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Sunday Reads HEIDI RIEDNER hriedner@yrmg.com Setting history right, and in stone, will hopefully be part of a historic pilgrimage by local residents to the Vimy Monument in France during 100th anniversary celebrations April 9 to 12. Georgina based Liberation Tours has been making the trek to the Canadian monument honouring the famous battle that is considered a defining moment in Canadian history for years. It is one of many stops on the company’s annual 16-day tour that travels to various First and Second World War sites in l See SEDORE, page 16
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Headstones mark fallen soldiers at the Cabaret Rouge British Cemetery near Arras. The Canadian victory at Vimy Ridge was part of the larger battle of Arras.
Private Robert Buckles was born in 1897 in Long Branch, near Etobicoke. He was the youngest of four brothers, had brown hair and blue eyes, and enlisted in 1916 in Toronto. He served with the 38th Battalion Canadian Infantry. His family lived in Newmarket and ran a general store in Long Branch. The 19-year-old farmhand was instantly killed by enemy shell fire during the attack on Vimy Ridge on April 9, 1917.
Vimy Ridge battle took its toll on York AMANDA PERSICO apersico@yrmg.com This year, we commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge April 9 to 12, 1917, a defining moment in Cana-
Private Frederick Leo Jennings was born in Stouffville in 1892 and served with the 3rd Battalion Canadian Infantry. He was killed in action on April 9, 1917 during the attack on Farbus Wood, a side battle taking place at the same time to capture the woods and secure Arras about four kilometres south of Vimy Ridge. The five-foot-10-inch baggage man with blue eyes enlisted in December 1915 in Toronto - 18 months after his marriage to Lillian Fern Jennings. Private Edgar Albert Bowes was born in 1887 in Concord. He served with the 13th Battalion Canadian Infantry.
dian history. Enemy forces captured the ridge early in the war and previous allied assaults were unsuccessful. Canadian forces moved to the front lines in late 1916 and spent the winter
strengthening communication lines, mining an intricate network of tunnels laced with explosives, and training rigorously in model trench systems and in mock ridge formations. For the first time, the
Canadian Corps divisions fought side-by-side as one united front. Part of the heavily-defended ridge was captured by noon on April 9. Days later, German forces retreated and the Battle of
Vimy Ridge was over. About 100,000 Canadian soldiers fought at Vimy Ridge, resulting in more than 10,000 casualties and close to 3,600 dead, including these eight men from York.
The 28-year-old farmer enlisted in March 1916 and was killed in action at Vimy Ridge 13 months later on April 9, 1917. According to census records, his family moved from Concord to Richmond Hill between 1911 and 1921. The 29-year-old with grey eyes and black hair is buried at the Vimy Memorial in France. Private Frederick Alfred Lake, served with the Royal Canadian Regiment and transferred to the Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry. He was 37 years old when he was hit in the lung and killed by an enemy bullet while proceeding in
the attack at Vimy Ridge. The five-foot-nine-inch mechanical engineer with dark brown hair, brown eyes and a dark completion enlisted in Vancouver on July 8, 1916. He was born in Scott Township, which is now part of Uxbridge, and lived in Sutton West. Private Herbert Melville Beamish was born in Newmarket in 1894 and served with the 18th Battalion Canadian Infantry. The 21-year-old machinist with hazel eyes and brown hair enlisted in June 1915 in Niagara. The five-foot-eight-inch soldier was killed in action at Vimy Ridge April 12, 1917 - the last day of
the battle - at the age of 23 years old. He is commemorated at the Mount Pleasant cemetery in Toronto. Corporal Albert Edward Usherwood, born in Newmarket in 1896, served with the 2nd Regiment Canadian Mounted Rifles. He enlisted at the age of 19 in Alberta in February 1915. According to his military attestation papers, the 18-year-old horseman had a fair complexion with grey eyes and light brown hair. Usherwood was killed in action at Vimy Ridge, April 9, 1917. "Being with the battalion and
seeing a good deal of him, I am able to tell you that Bert was regarded as one of the bravest noncommissioned officers we had. He was a good, steady lad." wrote Chaplin Hon. Major Thomas Augustine Wilson to Usherwood’s mother, Mary. Private Earnest Barber was born in Kent, England in 1887 and died April 10, 1917. He served with the 2nd Regiment Canadian Mounted Rifles. The five-foot-five-inch tanner with blue eyes and brown hair enlisted in Toronto in 1915. He went missing after action and was reported dead April 10, 1917. Barber and his wife, Florence, lived in Newmarket.
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Service Georgina comes to Civic Centre If you have been at the Civic Centre in the past couple of weeks, you may have seen the renovation work on the main floor. We have been redesigning the Tax Department counter to become the first-floor Customer Service Hub. The function of the firstfloor hub will be to receive the majority of the general inquires and public service requests. Our new brand is "Service Georgina". The plan is to crosstrain existing staff for Taxes, Utility Billings, Water/ Waste Water, Roads, Waste Management, and Parks and Facilities, and that training has a target date of May/June 2017. The next phase will add staff from Program Registration and Facility Bookings. When fully rolled out, Service Georgina will
MARGARET QUIRK Mayor’s Column make it so residents will not have to travel up and down to various floors for services, and associates will have a vast knowledge of all departments and community organizations, services and regional operations. To give you an idea of the volume of calls at the town, our reception desk receives 1260 calls on average every week. The Tax and Water Division handles between 440 and 700
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They’re called all-candidates debates for a reason During an election, it’s not always an easy task for voters to get a handle on who’s running and what they stand for. Busy schedules mean it can be challenging for candidates to connect with citizens at the doorstep, and pamphlets seldom offer more than a selection of partyapproved talking points. Given that, all-candidates events are an important part of the process as they allow voters to not only hear their would-be representatives discuss important issues but ask questions as well. Well, that’s how it’s supposed to work. More and more, all-candidates debates are looking like some-candidates debates. Take for example, what was intended to be an allcandidates debate for the Markham-Thornhill byelection that took place March 30. Rather than learning more about all seven individuals vying to replace longtime Liberal MP John McCallum, who was named ambassador to China earlier this year, those who attended the event heard from just four candidates. Despite organizer John Richardson sending out invitations to the candidates on March 21, neither Liberal candidate Mary Ng nor Conservative candidate Ragavan Paranchothy took part. Paranchothy chalked up his inability to attend to a scheduling conflict, while Ng’s campaign claimed it received the invite too late and that she had a series of roundtables and meetings with residents with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Libertarian Party candidate Brendan Thomas Reilly also didn’t make it. Residents who came to the event couldn’t help but feel slighted. "I feel personally quite insulted," said one attendee in the audience of about 20. "This is an all-candidates debate and I’m not going to get information from some of the candidates." While that’s hardly a big turnout, who knows if the numbers might have been higher if all the candidates had been present. Similarly, we can’t know for certain what, if any, effect the no-shows had on the ballots cast in Monday’s byelection, but it would have been nice to know that voters in the riding had at least a single chance to hear and potentially interact with all of those running before going to the polls. A healthy democracy involves the people, and allcandidates meetings and other such events are an important part of the process. When candidates opt not to participate or otherwise fail to make themselves available to those they wish to represent, it can only serve to breed cynicism and apathy among the electorate.
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Cause for reflection as Vimy centennial nears We approach the hundredth anniversary of Canada’s most legendary military accomplishments; the taking of the Vimy salient. And the questions remain: What did we learn? What did we fight for? The massive Canadian response to the European conflagration is held as a symbol of national achievement. It was a success because of its massive focus of resources and talent. The participants were volunteers, who readily offered (and many gave) their lives in support of imperial solidarity and defence. But what of the issue of service to the British Empire?
• LETTERS TO THE EDITOR • l MORE ONLINE Read all our published letters at yorkregion.com This once-mighty international league is now dead, survived only by a collection of English-speaking, parliamentary-governed independent countries, which only share their common heritage. So, if we Canadians fought for the survival of empire, how ironic that motive now seems. Did we fight to subdue a tyrannical regime? This rationale has been used for many subsequent examples of Canadian military deployment. But in this case, Germany was only defending its ally in an arguably questionable territorial dispute. It had no designs on further geographical expansion.
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Engagement ring purchases are usually a solo endeavour, with the groom having an idea of the ring style and colour his bride-to-be prefers. But couples usually shop for their wedding ring sets together, and such excursions can be special and meaningful. Like many decisions couples make when planning their weddings, choosing rings comes down to personal preference. There are no steadfast rules when it comes to purchasing wedding rings, but some guidelines can make shopping far easier. As couples prepare to shop for rings, it can help for each person to list the attributes he or she would like in a ring. This should include the type of metal, colour, width, and even cost. Couples may find they have different preferences, and this is perfectly fine, as wedding rings do not have to match. A wedding band should complement the engagement ring but not be a per-
fect match. An ornate engagement ring might look better with a simple band, and vice-versa. Similarly cut gemstones also can complement an engagement ring. If the bride chooses to wear both her engagement ring and wedding band together on the same finger, she should choose a band that will accommodate the curves of uniquely shaped engagement rings. Couples can make some early choices even before they visit jewelry stores. Narrow down your options so the experience will not be overwhelming. When the time comes to shop, give yourselves at least two months to browse and then choose the rings you like best. Lifestyle and daily routine should be considered at all times. These rings will be worn daily, and no one wants to fret about a ring being too delicate to stand up to everyday wear and tear. Also, think long-term. Trendy rings can be fun, but will they still seem like such a good idea
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The basics of shopping for wedding rings when you are celebrating your twentieth wedding anniversary? When getting rings sized, both the bride and groom should go when their fingers aren’t swollen from exercise or early in the morning after they may have retained fluid. Shopping should take place when hands aren’t too hot or cold. This will allow the best size so the bands fit comfortably and will have enough wiggle room should fingers swell or shrink a little bit. People can protect their investments by keeping the ring on as much as possible and only removing it when engaging in demanding physical activity or when working with chemicals. Store the ring in a safe spot when you are not wearing it so you are less likely to lose it. Wedding rings can be purchased from any number of retailers. Just be sure the rings are of good quality and sellers stands by the craftsmanship.
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Wedding day dress codes Perfect your floral arrangement Wedding invitations do more than merely announce that a celebration is on the horizon. Invitations provide key information about the ceremony and festivities to follow. Many details, including the location, time and date of the wedding, are spelled out on the wedding invitations. However, invitations can sometimes leave guests confused about the appropriate style of attire for the occasion. Even though wedding invitations rarely offer specific information regarding attire, chances are the wording will provide clues that can help guests interpret the desired dress code.
CASUAL If the invitation mentions casual attire, it’s important to realize that everyday casual is different from wedding casual. Jeans, shorts and tank tops are unacceptable unless otherwise noted. Err on the side of caution and go with business casual, which includes chinos, slacks, a polo shirt or button-down shirt for men. Women can wear a sundress or slacks or a skirt and an attractive blouse. If the invitation mentions beach casual, shorts and even sandals are likely acceptable.
SEMIFORMAL Semiformal dresswear, sometimes referred to as “dressy casual,� is a step up from casual clothing. Cocktail dresses or a more elegant skirt and top are the norms. Gentleman generally wear a suit and tie. Coordinate the colours of clothing to the time of day. Fabrics should represent the season. For example, a linen suit will not pass at a winter wedding.
FORMAL Formal attire is the default dress code for the majority of weddings. When the invitation does not specify a dress code, it is safe to assume formal attire is expected. Men can choose among a dark suit and tie or a tuxedo. Women can opt for a formal cocktail-length dress, a classic suit or a long dress. Select among tones that are grey, black or brown.
BLACK TIE Black tie events also require formal attire. Black tie typically goes hand-in-hand with an evening wedding. Black tie is more rigid for male guests, who should wear a tuxedo, black bow tie, cummerbund, and patent leather shoes. Women have a little more leeway with their attire at such gatherings. A long evening gown might be preferable. However, a chic cocktail dress also can be acceptable, and darker, neutral colours are most appropriate. Some invitations may reference “Black Tie Preferred.� While men may opt for a tuxedo, a black suit also can be worn.
WHITE TIE The most formal of occasions will request white tie attire. Ball gowns and tuxedoes with tails are the norm, as are dramatic jewelry and hairstyles. White tie attire is akin to what one might see worn to awards shows. When attending a wedding, it is always better to be overdressed than underdressed. Guests can consult with fellow guests or the bride and groom if they are unsure of the dress code.
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When planning their weddings, couples may find themselves becoming experts on subjects they previously never gave much thought. Thanks to the cost of weddings, today’s couples must make each decision carefully, and that may result in hours of research and discussion. One of the big decisions couples must make when planning their weddings concerns their floral arrangements. The right floral arrangements won’t break the bank but will add substantial aesthetic appeal to ceremonies and receptions. It can be difficult for couples to achieve that balance of cost and look on their own, so the following are a few helpful hints for couples when choosing their wedding day floral arrangements. t 8PSL XJUI B øPSJTU ZPV trust and like. All florists are not the same, so finding one you can trust and will enjoy working with can make all the difference. Many couples have little or no experience with floral arrangements prior to planning their weddings, so it can calm couples’ nerves to work with someone they trust in such situations. Florists with significant wedding experience will no doubt make a host of recommendations based on couples’ budgets and preferences, so couples might be more inclined to listen to that advice if they are working with someone they trust. Ask relatives, friends or coworkers if they can recommend any florists whose wedding work they are familiar with.
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Special occasions often call for special venues. Catering halls are capable of hosting big and small parties, making them worthy of consideration for hosts looking to impress. Catering hall staff can guide clients through the booking, preparation and
hosting of their events. Many couples prefer to leave much of the hosting work to the professionals, feeling it reduces the stress associated with the big day while ensuring the couple they will have the time to mingle with guests and enjoy the festivities.
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between to this most famous of Canadian battlefields, Vimy Ridge. Soldiers do not make wars, politicians do, but it is left to the ’PBI’, the poor bloody infantry, to do the bidding. Our fellow Canadians will learn that in the driving snow of Easter Monday 1917, after months of digging and preparation, fighting for the first time under our own command and our own battle plan, young soldiers of the Canadian Expeditionary Force will do what no other army had been able to do for three years of war - they took the ridge. They will learn that the assault against the welldug in German defences was foundering in the face of withering machine-gun and artillery fire. They will learn that The 85th Highland Regiment from Nova Scotia, a unit that had been handed shovels rather than rifles and was building roads and bring-
PHIL CRAIG Liberation Tours On April 9, tens of thousands of proud Canadians will stand on a revered battlefield in the quiet French countryside two hours north of Paris and cast their minds back to the heroic events that took place 100 years ago. Students from York Region and across the country will be there, as will Liberation Tours, a national travel company based in Keswick, who will be escorting 150+ travellers from across Canada. Among their number will be one of the few surviving Second World War veterans, several currently serving and retired members of the Canadian Forces, families who have a history of military service, retired teachers and regular folk of all ages and walks of life. They will come from Newfoundland, the Yukon and all points in
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Members with Liberation Tours hope to see local Sutton ancestor Acil Sedore’s name corrected on Canada’s national mounument in Vimy, France in time for the commemoration of the 100th anniverary of the historic and nation-defining battle. ing up ammunition when others were training for the operation, a regiment
that no one expected would ever go into battle - would do exactly that. Without a
preparatory artillery barrage and screaming a fullthroated battle cry, this ’work party’ regiment will clamber out of their trenches and charge toward the enemy. Finally, they will learn that these soldiers, who had not yet even been issued their standard dress kilts, a fact that rankled, would turn the tide and take the hill. But not without cost. Over three thousand brave young Canadians would fall. As chief historian for Liberation Tours and its co-founder, I lead an international team of guides whose philosophy reflects the belief that these tours of remembrance are a necessary part of our learning. If we do not know that Allan Anderson of Egypt fell at Dieppe, that Thomas Big Canoe of The Chippewas First Nation fell in Holland, that Acil Sedore of Sutton fell at Vimy, then
we cannot understand the devastation and cost of war. And if we do not fully know that cost, then we run the risk of making the same mistake again and that would be, as Sam Doggart, co-creator of The Georgina Military Museum once said, "the stupidest thing we could do". Phil Craig is co-founder of Liberation Tours, the cocreator of The Georgina Military Museum and former Georgina Ward 2 councillor.
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GEORGINA Public Notices
Council Meetings Date
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Council meetings are open to the public, available on Rogers TV, and streamed online. For a full list of upcoming meetings, please visit georgina.ca
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 Gardener Position: April 14 Part Time Aquatics Receptionist: April 17 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 Weekly Programs Our regular weekly childrens’ programs begin again starting Tuesday, April 11. Visit georginalibrary.ca for more information or grab a copy of What’s On from one of our Library Branches.
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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 Weirs 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 1-877227-0552 (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.
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Notice of Complete Applications Under The Planning Act The Town of Georgina has received the following applications pursuant to the Planning Act. Town Council will be considering these applications at a future public meeting, the date and time of which will be published in the Georgina Advocate and on the Town of Georgina website. PROPOSAL: 895 Lake Drive East and West Half of 2080 Metro Road North; Part Lot 6, Plan 247: Applications for draft plan of subdivision, draft plan of common elements condominium, and zoning by-law amendment have been submitted by Michael Smith Planning Consultants; Development Coordinators on behalf of Ciccio Enterprises Ltd. to permit the creation of 2 semi-detached units fronting on the south side of Lake Drive East and 22 townhouse units fronting on a private condominium cul-de-sac (24 units total). The proposed development also consists of blocks for road widenings, emergency access to Metro Road North, and a visitor parking area/ amenity area. A key map showing the location of the subject lands is provided below. Town File Nos.: 01.144 (SUB), 01.145 (CONDO) & 03.1109 (ZBA); Direct Inquiries and comments to Tolek A. Makarewicz, Planner, at ext. 2297 or tmakarewicz@georgina.ca. Please reference the File Numbers in all communications. KEY MAP
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 20170025 (AD-5) to add fees as follows: a. b. c. d.
Road Occupancy Permit: $100.00 Municipal Consent: $450.00 Entrance Permit $200.00 Municipal Services Fee Cost plus 15 per cent Administrative Charge
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Additional material relating to the proposal is available for viewing at the Planning Division within the Civic Centre located at 26557 Civic Centre Road, Keswick, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on regular business days. For more information about this matter, including information about preserving your appeal rights, please contact the Planner assigned to the file as noted-above.
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DATED AT THE TOWN OF GEORGINA THIS 6th DAY OF APRIL, 2017.
Notice of Two Public Meetings You are invited to attend a Public Meeting on Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at approximately 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Georgina Civic Centre at 26557 Civic Centre Road, Keswick. Please note that these applications, along with other matters, will be dealt with in the order that they appear on the agenda or as Council may determine. PROPOSAL: 17 Memory Lane, Pefferlaw Part Lot 21, Concession 6 (G) Part 1, Plan 65R-31959 Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications have been submitted by Michael Smith Planning Consultants; Development Coordinators on behalf of Nathanael Andoseh to permit the construction of a single detached dwelling on the subject property which is located on a private road. A key map showing the location of the subject property is provided below. Town File Nos.: 02.191 (OPA) & 03.1105 (ZBA); Direct Inquiries to Tolek A. Makarewicz, Planner, at ext. 2297 or tmakarewicz@georgina.ca. Please reference the File Numbers in all communications. KEY MAP 1
You are invited to attend a Public Meeting on Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at approximately 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Georgina Civic Centre at 26557 Civic Centre Road, Keswick. Please note that these applications, along with other matters, will be dealt with in the order that they appear on the agenda or as Council may determine. Proposal: Part of Lots 6 & 7, Concession 3 (NG); Parts 54, 58 & 59 on Plan 65R-31761, and 106 Glenwoods Avenue, Keswick On October 15, 2013, the Town of Georgina held a public meeting to consider applications submitted by the previous owner (2097700 Ontario Inc.; “Senator Homes”) to permit the development of 110 single family detached residential units on the noted property. The applications returned to Council on August 13, 2014 to consider a revised plan of subdivision for 105 single family detached residential dwelling units. Revised Applications for Official Plan Amendment (OPA), Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA), and Draft Plan of Subdivision (SUBD) approval have been submitted by Michael Smith Planning Consultants; Development Coordinators Ltd. on behalf of the new owner of the property, Ballymore Development (Keswick) Corp. (ie. “Ballymore Glenwoods”) to permit the development of a residential plan of subdivision containing 96 single family detached dwelling units, while protecting the environmental features and woodlot. Subsequent to the purchase of the property by Ballymore Glenwoods, the Town and landowner became aware that a Blue Heron colony exists in the woodlands to the west of the subject property (lands not under Ballymore Glenwoods ownership). Blue Heron and their habitat are protected by both Federal and Provincial governments. In this regard, the owner is undertaking an assessment pursuant to legislative requirements for same. A key map showing the location of the subject property is provided below. Town File Nos.: 01.135 (SUBD), 02.182 (OPA) & 03.1069 (ZBA); Direct Inquiries to Maryann Hunt, Planner, at ext. 2275 or mhunt@georgina. ca. Please reference the File Numbers in all communications. KEY MAP 2
Additional information and/or material related to the proposal is available for viewing at the Planning Division within the Civic Centre at 26557 Civic Centre Road, Keswick, ON from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on regular business days. For more information, please contact the Planning Division, by phone at 905-476-4305, ext. 2250, by fax at 905-476-4394, or by email to the Planning Division Secretary, Anna Geniole, at ageniole@georgina. ca. Copies of the staff report being considered by Council are available from the Planning Division on the Thursday preceding the scheduled Council Meeting. You may also view the full Council Agenda on-line at www.georgina.ca.
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Personal information collected in response to this planning notice or in relation to these applications will be used to assist Town Staff and Council to process the applications and make a decision on this matter. Such personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the Planning Act, and all other relevant legislation, and will become part of the public record, may be viewed by the general public, and may be published in a Planning Report and Council Agenda. Questions about this collection may be directed to the Town Clerk, John Espinosa at ext. 2223, or by email at jespinosa@georgina.ca.
Providing Comment: i) Any person may attend the meeting and/or make written or verbal representation either in support of or in opposition to the applications. Written comments should be mailed/faxed/emailed to the Planner noted-above. Please ensure you include your name and address so that you may be contacted, if necessary; ii) If a person or public body does not make oral submission at a public meeting or make written submission to the Town of Georgina before the approval authority gives or refuses to give approval to the draft plan of subdivision, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision of the Town of Georgina to the Ontario Municipal Board; iii) If a person or public body does not make oral submission at a public meeting or make written submission to the Town of Georgina before the approval authority gives or refuses to give approval to the draft plan of subdivision, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Municipal Board unless, in the opinion of the Board, there are reasonable grounds to do so; and, iv) If you wish to be notified of the decision of the Town of Georgina in respect of the proposed plan of subdivision, you must make a written request to the Town of Georgina. Personal information collected in response to this planning notice or in relation to this application will be used to assist Town Staff and Council to process the application and make a decision on this matter. Such personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the Planning Act, and all other relevant legislation, and will become part of the public record, may be viewed by the general public, and may be published in a Planning Report and Council Agenda. Questions about this collection may be directed to the Town Clerk, John Espinosa, at 905-476-4305, ext. 2223, or by email to jespinosa@georgina.ca. DATED AT THE TOWN OF GEORGINA THIS 6th DAY OF APRIL, 2017. yorkregion.com
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Barn naming rights up for grabs at Clear Water HEIDI RIEDNER hriedner@yrmg.com Naming rights to a municipal asset are part of an agreement inked between the town and the Ontario Water Centre that will see a historic Georgina barn raised from the ashes by fall. The two parties have been in discussions regarding a joint rebuild of the barn on the Clear Water Farm property in Willow Beach ever since it was destroyed by a fire accidentally set by two youths on Oct. 8, 2016. While a rebuilt barn is a major centrepiece of the Ontario Water Centre’s Clear Water Farm initiative moving forward, it would remain a municipal asset under the agreement tabled at council March 29. The town will cough up over $268,000 in insurance money to the rebuild. In exchange for overseeing the design and construction, as well as raising an additional $150,000 on top of the
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Twenty students who participated in two full-day design workshops about rebuilding the ClearWater Farm barn are presenting their ideas to the community. insurance money, the Ontario Water Centre will have the ability to grant naming rights to the barn via corporate donation or sponsor-
ship. While council balked at handing over absolute naming rights under the agreement, it voted to approve a
compromise that will give a council subcommittee final approval to a vetted list of potential names provided by the Water Centre.
The move would ensure the town wasn’t saddled with a name "we’re not exactly enamoured with", Mayor Quirk said, adding
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she’s not prepared to hand over exclusive naming rights to any group for any town asset. Colin Dobel of the Water Centre estimated project management costs would most likely be in the neighbourhood of $225,000 toward a total rebuild price tag between $450,000 and $500,000. Council also agreed to waive all town permit and development charges fees associated with the project in exchange for the Water Centre taking on the obligation to raise the additional funding and to pay the additional annual property taxes which will accrue as a result of the increase in the farm’s value. The new barn will have the same size footprint and approximate location as the original, but will not use the original stone wall foundation in its construction, according to the agreement. The hope is to have the barn rebuilt by the fall of this year.
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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: GPVAA, 905-476-4301 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. l Saturday, April 8 Easter Food Drive for the Georgina Food Pantry WHEN: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. WHERE: Zehrs Food Market - Keswick, 24018 Woodbine Ave, Georgina CONTACT: Marg Blotnicky, 905230-1237, marblott@rogers.com COST: Scond annual food drive for the Georgina Food Pantry.
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Visit yorkregion.com/events to submit your own community events for online publishing. Maple Syrup Festival WHEN: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. WHERE: Brooks Farms, 122 Ashworth Rd., East Gwillimbury CONTACT: Brooks Farms, 905-473-3246, http://www.brooksfarms.com/ festivals/maple-syrup-festival/ 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. Also April 9. Hi-Low Bid Euchre Tournament WHEN: 1 p.m. - 11 p.m. WHERE: Pefferlaw Lions Community Centre and Hall, 38 Pete’s Ln., Georgina CONTACT: Jan Osborne, 905836-3859 COST: $10 Hosted by Club 55 Pefferlaw. Price includes snacks and a chance at the first prize of $100 (based on at least 10 tables). l Sunday, April 9 One Stop Shop - Spring Edition WHEN: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. WHERE: The Link, 20849 Dalton Rd., Georgina CONTACT: GTTI - The Training Centre, 905-722-6300, inquiry@gtti.ca COST: $1 or a
non-perishable food item Unique, one-of-a-kind gifts for spring. Bring the family for a visit with the Easter Bunny. l Wednesday, April 12 Fashion Runway 2017 WHEN: 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. WHERE: Bethel Community CR Church, 333 Davis Dr., Newmarket CONTACT: Marietta, 905-895-9312, carolford6@gmail.com, https:// newmarketchristianwomensconnection.wordpress.com/ COST: $6, or $4 for first timers Women’s CoffeeFeature: Fashion show by Northern Reflections.Speaker: Joan Thiessen.Babysitting upon request.
Yuk Yuks "American Heretics" touring show WHEN: 8 p.m. - 11 p.m. WHERE: Stephen Leacock Theatre, 130 Gwendolyn Blvd., Georgina CONTACT: Stephen Leacock Theatre, 905-476-0193 COST: $20, plus HST A special middle-of-the-week performance. Featuring comedians Tom Simmons, Stewart Huff and Jay Whitecotton.
5 things to do this weekend l Saturday, April 8 Easter Fest Egg Hunt at Brooks Farms WHEN: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. WHERE: Brooks Farms, 122 Ashworth Rd., East Gwillimbury CONTACT: Brooks Farm, 905-473-3246 COST: Kids $13, adults $9, under age 2 free Easter Egg Hunt, scavenger Hunt, train or wagon rides, Easter basket decorating, colour station, barnyard playland activities including bouncing ponies, duck races, singing chicken show, jumping pillow and jump pad.
VeeDu Living Home & Garden Show WHEN: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. WHERE: Markham Fairgrounds, 10801 McCowan Rd., Markham CONTACT: http://veeduliving.com At the VeeDu Living Home & Garden Show top quality vendors will offer products & services that will inspire you to take your home to the next level. Also April 9. Luminary Lighting Ceremony WHEN: 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. WHERE: Newmarket Riverwalk Commons, 200 Doug Duncan Dr., Newmar-
Enjoy an Easter egg hunt at Brooks Farms in Mount Albert.
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l Thursday, April 6 KHS Coffee House WHEN: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. WHERE: Keswick High School, 100 Biscayne Blvd., Georgina CONTACT: Julie Brunet, 905-476-0933, julie.brunet@yrdsb.ca COST: $3 Keswick High School’s dance, drama, and music department presents an evening of student talent.
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France, Belgium and Holland. "It’s very satisfying work," says company president and tour director John Cannon, who cofounded the company with lead historian, former Georgina town councillor and co-creator of Georgina’s Military Museum, Phil Craig.
Whether people have a military connection or go to honour a family member who served, see the places most likely never spoken of or stained by their bloodshed, or derive a deeper understanding of history, they all are similarly moved, enlightened and share a sense of pilgrimage after the 16 days, Cannon adds. The impressive twin
towers, carvings and endless sea of names etched in stone of the Vimy monument are always a moving and stark reminder of the human cost and sacrifices of war. The lives of so many lost are given their due, if sombre, place in the row upon row of names. On his third trek to Vimy with Liberation Tours last year, Sutton
resident and retired Georgina firefighter Larry Day noticed that the name of one of Georgina’s local ancestors was misspelled on the memorial. The Commonwealth War Graves Commission based in London, which oversees the records of more than 1.7 million fallen soldiers from both World Wars, was notified
and asked to confirm if the A. Sedorb was indeed "one of our own". Once the organization verified a mistake was made, it notified the Georgina group a correction would be made to properly recognize Acil Sedore, who was born and raised in Sutton, but was living in Saskatchewan at the time he enlisted in the Canadian Infan-
try. Cannon is "hopeful" the change has been made in time for centennial celebrations in France. "It is something we are eager to see," Cannon says. "There will be a huge sense of pride in seeing his name corrected, for being remembered properly, on our national monument."
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Keswick’s Overdrive Automotive takes final bow It’s been a fun ride but it’s time to say goodbye to Overdrive Automotive, Georgina’s car and truck accessory store. “We are sorry to announce that we will be closing our store as of April 15th to pursue other opportunities that have come our way,” say Overdrive Automotive owners, Wendy and Herschel Jacobs. “We would like to thank our valued customers for your incredible support. We truly appreciate each of you.” Everything in the showroom must be sold so this is the perfect chance for car and truck enthusiasts to get some great deals! The inventory blowout sale features up to 50 per cent off all in-stock items such as rain guards, bug deflectors, hitch and hitch accessories, oil and lubricants, performance parts and accessories, lighting, Weathertech mats, performance exhausts, car detailing products, mud guards, windshield wipers, optimum batteries, grills, tires, and much more. Order-in merchandise is an additional 10 per cent off.
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Until the store officially closes its doors on April 15th, Overdrive Automotive will continue to install your purchased parts, as well as take care of your tire changeovers as spring approaches. “We will miss the great friendships and camaraderie we have developed while serving you over the past five years and look forward to seeing you around Georgina in the future,” say Wendy and Herschel, who will continue to live in the community. “If you are passing by the showroom in the next few weeks, please come in and say goodbye.” Once products are gone they’re gone so stop by the inventory blowout sale soon while the selection is good. Overdrive Automotive, located at 482 The Queensway South (beside Dairy Queen), is open Monday to Friday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Call Wendy at 905-476-1999 or email keswick@overdriveauto. com for more information.
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In this early spring season, what does your garden require? Mary Cicchirillo, co-president of Woodbridge Horticultural Society, provides tips: 1. Get rid of the debris of winter - When the ice has melted and the soil is no longer muddy, deadhead perennials by pinching off or cutting below the flower or shearing it back completely. 2. Don’t get carried away - A common mistake with rose bushes is to start pruning too early. If you do this and another snowstorm or frost hits, it can stunt bud growth. 3. Don’t use May 24 as your planting starter - When Cicchirillo’s husband worked at a big box store, he remembers how customers would buy plants and flowers over the long weekend and plant
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HEIDI RIEDNER hriedner@yrmg.com See how history comes alive at your own night at the museum. First Fridays at the Village are a new, fun and educational way to spend an evening out with family and friends. The first instalment, Museum Mysteries, takes place Friday, April 7 at the Noble House meeting room on the Georgina Pioneer Village & Archives (GPVA) grounds beginning at 6:30 p.m. The two-hour session will explore some of the mysterious oddities in the GPVA collection, how staff classify the ’unknown’ and the steps taken to resolve these conundrums. Have your own mystery item?
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Melissa Matt displays a First World War shirtwaist at the Noble House, promoting a new feature at Georgina Pioneer Village and Archives called First Fridays. The program introduces people to investigative work behind what they do and how they can help people identify their own mysteries and/or roots. Bring it with you and hopefully solve your own mystery. $10 per person (18+). Pre-registration re-
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To adopt a pet from the Georgina Animal Shelter call 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 4:00pm. Dogs from the centre must be licensed before they are taken off the premises. Visit one of our websites at: www.pawsofgeorgina.com www.town.georgina.on.ca or www.petfinder.org. Tax deductible contributions to the pound are greatly appreciated.
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This is our handsome boy Fin. Fin is a very happy 2 year old Schnoodle mix. Fin will require a family that is very active due to his high energy personality. Please do not miss this opportunity to come and meet our handsome boy. This Week’s Pet of the Week is sponsored by:
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York Regional Police (YRP) and its community policing volunteers will be out accepting donations for its second annual food drive on April 8. Members will be collecting donations for the Georgina Community Food Pantry from 9 a.m. to 3:15
p.m. at the Zehrs Food Market in Keswick. Everything collected in Georgina stays in Georgina, explains volunteer Margaret Blotnicky. The food drive is another example of YRP’s extensive programs to give back to the various communities it serves. For example, YRP’s Holiday Heroes program in
December raised a whopping $215,000 in food and financial contributions for numerous recipients, including the Salvation Army, Victim Services of York Region and the Georgina Community Food Pantry. For more information on the April 8 drive, call 905-230-1237 or email marblott@rogers.com.
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Georgina Gospel Assembly 2435 Glenwoods Rd., East of Woodbine, Keswick
Sunday Services: Prayer Meeting 10:30am Worship Service 11:00am Tuesday Service 7:00pm For other services please phone for times.
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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)
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Thirty-five hundred years ago, the first Passover was initiated at the time the Hebrew people were slaves in Egypt. God had chosen Moses to lead his people out of slavery, back to the land promised to them centuries before. This well-known story is recorded in the Book of Exodus and describes how it took 10 terrible plagues inflicted by God upon Pharaoh and all of Egypt before they let the Hebrew people go.
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The tenth plague involved the death of every firstborn – both man and animal – throughout the whole land of Egypt.
Sunday Morning Church Time 11am Pastors Doug & Jeannie Neufeld
Moses was instructed by God to inform all the families of Israel to take a lamb, without blemish, on the tenth day of Abib (March/April) and four days later, slaughter the lamb at twilight, taking some of the blood and putting it on the sides and tops of their door frames, but not on the doorsteps. The same night, they were to eat completely the meat, with bitter herbs and unleavened bread, ready for flight out of Egypt.
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On that same night, the Angel of Death passed throughout Egypt, killing every firstborn in any home that did not have the blood sprinkled on the door posts. The next morning, the Egyptian cry of despair was so great, they ordered the Hebrews to leave immediately. To this day, this event is celebrated by Jews worldwide.
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All the events of the Passover are very symbolic to Christians, as they point forward to Christ, “our Passover Lamb”, who without sin (blemish), died to take away the sin of the world – our deliverance from the bondage of sin (death). Jesus said to his followers after his resurrection (Luke 24:44): “that all things must be fulfilled, which were written in the law of Moses, and in the Prophets and in the Psalms, concerning me”. To help you with your study of God’s Word – the Bible – please write for our free magazine: “Light On A New World”. Email: info@ontariodawn.com P.O. Box 931, Sutton West, On L0E 1R0
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Brant and Lisa are pleased to announce the arrival of Caden Robert Brant On Monday, March 20, 2017 at 2:25 a.m. Caden is welcomed by Big Brother Logan and Big Sister Paige. Proud Grandparents are Gary and Debbie Stephenson and John and Linda Gawlik. Thank you to the staff of Southlake Regional Health Centre.
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Notice of Annual General Meeting Notice is hereby given that Georgina Trades Training Inc. (GTTI) will hold its Annual General Meeting on April 20th, 2017 at 4 p.m. at the Training Centre, 5207 Baseline Rd., Sutton. To register, please contact GTTI by phone at 905-722-6300 or email inquiry@gtti.ca
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VOKES, Mae Elizabeth “Betty” Passed away peacefully at Westmount Long Term Centre, Kitchener on Saturday, April 1, 2017, with family by her side, at the age of 92. Predeceased by her loving husband Alfie. Loving mother of Faye (Ed Ireland). Cherished grandmother of David (Deborah) and Jeffery (Lynn). Greatgrandmother of Daniel (Brandy), Christy (Justin), Jarrett (Katie), Megan, Amanda and Devin. Dear sister of Ruth Clodd and Freeman King. Betty will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Faye and her family would like to thank the Rosemont staff at Westmount Long Term Centre, for their kind, gentle caring of her Mother. Visitation from the M.W. Becker Funeral Home, 490 The Queensway South, Keswick, Ontario on Wednesday, April 5th from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. and Thursday, April 6th from 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. followed by a Funeral Service in the chapel at 2 p.m. Interment to follow at Queensville Cemetery. Donations made to the Alzheimer Society in memory of Betty would be appreciated. Sign an online book of condolences at mwbeckerfuneralhome.com
HARRISON, Dianne Margaret 1949 - 2017 Dianne passed away peacefully in Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket, on Tuesday, March 28, 2017 after a courageous battle with cancer. Predeceased by her parents Robert and Margaret McGregor and her sister Debra McGregor. Beloved wife of Richard Harrison of Keswick. Dear mother of Lori and her husband Rob Arlidge of Keswick. Loving Nanny of R.J. and his fiancée Stacey and Katelynn. Survived by her brother Robert, cousin Betty Lou and nephews and niece T.J., Jamie, Sean, and Tyler. A woman of great strength, and unending love for family and friends. Dianne will be cherished and forever remembered by all whose lives she touched. For her grace, her courage, her dignity, her loving heart and generous and giving spirt. As per Dianne’s wishes, an immediate family gathering will take place. Cremation has taken place. Donations in Dianne’s memory may be made to the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society; 16586 Woodbine Ave. Stouffville, ON, L4A 2W3, www.ontariospca.ca. Memorial condolences may be made at www.forrestandtaylor.com
BIG-CANOE, Randy K. Tragically on Monday, March 27, 2017 at the age of 22 years we lost Randy. Randy Big-Canoe formerly of Georgina Island, beloved son of Claire and the late Dr. John BigCanoe. Dear brother of Johnny, Katie (Kyle), Krysta (Adriano), Kelly (Alex), David (Anne) and Joseph. Loving uncle of Zander and Sydnee. A Celebration of Randy’s life will be held in the chapel of the Forrest & Taylor Funeral Home, 20846 Dalton Road, Sutton, Sunday, April 9, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. with memorial visitation from 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your local indigenous mental health program. Memorial condolences may be made at www.forrestandtaylor.com
WALDUCK, John Passed away peacefully at Markham Stouffville Hospital, on Monday, April 3, 2017 at the age of 73 years. John Walduck of Pefferlaw, beloved husband of Barbara (nee Rae). Dear father of Albert (Shellie) and Tammy Walduck (Joseph Thompson). Loving grandpa of Rodney (Bri) Walduck, Kayla Walduck, Shauna Walduck, Hailey Walduck and Serenity Walduck and great-grandpa of Killian Walduck and Marcus Lovelace. Dear brother of Kathy Walduck. Predeceased by his brothers Albert and Alexander. Loved by many family and friends. Resting at the Forrest & Taylor Funeral Home, 20846 Dalton Road, Sutton from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. Friday, April 7, 2017. Funeral Service in the chapel, Saturday at 1:30 p.m. Interment Briar Hill Cemetery, Sutton. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
BEARE, Doris Iolene (nee Axford) Peacefully at her home on the shore of Lake Simcoe, Sunkist Beach, on Thursday, March 30, 2017 at the age of 101 years. Doris Beare (nee Axford), beloved wife of the late Stewart Beare. Dear mother of Shirley Corner (Richard), Karen Henry (Creighton), Wendy Hansen (Erik), Robert Beare, and Cathy Rennie (Ted). Lovingly remembered by her nine grandchildren, 19 greatgrandchildren and one great-greatgranddaughter. Fondly remembered by her family at Virginia United Church, Club 55, Sutton, and the Pefferlaw Arts and Crafts Club and her many friends. A Memorial Service will be held in the chapel of the Forrest & Taylor Funeral Home, 20846 Dalton Road, Sutton Sunday, April 23, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. Memorial donations to Virginia United Church, 28280 Highway 48, Box 32, Sutton, ON L0E 1R0.
Memorial Condolences may be made at www.forrestandtaylor.com
Memorial Condolences may be made at www.forrestandtaylor.com
KERR, George Edward (Retired employee of the City of Scarborough) Peacefully at River Glen Haven Nursing Home, Sutton, on Tuesday, April 4, 2017 at the age of 87 years. George Kerr of Sutton, predeceased by his parents Frank and Arlena Kerr. Dear brother of Mary Kerr and Lela Kerr. Predeceased by his brother Bill. Dear uncle of Terry Mitchell (Darlene) and Bill Mitchell (Lori). Predeceased by his niece Arlena Mitchell. Great-uncle of Crystal Mitchell, Johnathan Mitchell, Alicia Mitchell and Kyle Mitchell and Great-Great-Uncle of Serenity and Dimitri Kortko. A Funeral Service will be held in St. James Anglican Church, 31 River Street, Sutton, today, Thursday, April 6th at 2:00 p.m. Interment, Briar Hill Cemetery, Sutton. Memorial donations to the Georgina Animal Shelter would be appreciated.
PUGH, Connie Now joined with loving husband Aubrey (2005). Beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who passed away peacefully in 88th year on March 29, 2017. Connie’s celebration of life will be Saturday, April 8, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at Ravenshoe United Church. Goodbyes are not forever, Goodbyes are not the end. They simply mean I’ll miss you, until we meet again. So, when tomorrow starts without me, don’t think we are apart. For every time, you think of me, I’m right here in your heart. Forever loved and always remembered, Your family. xox
Memorial condolences may be made at www.forrestandtaylor.com
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The staff at S & B Keswick Motors would like to extend a big thank you to all our valued customers for your tremendous support over the past 45 years. We are very proud to be a part of this community and we all try our best to make your visits to our dealership as pleasant as possible. Over the years, we have been proud supporters of many sports teams and charitable events in our community – a tradition that goes all the way back to 1972 when we first opened our doors as a Chrysler dealer. We also take pride in being a little different than many automotive dealerships. No shopper is ever pressured into making a deal that they are not ready to do. We provide clearly itemized quotations for the products and services that we offer. We bend over backwards to make sure that everything is right with your new vehicle before you pick it up. We take the time to make sure you are comfortable with how everything works before you drive your new vehicle off the lot. Our service department opens early and closes late six days a week so that we are there for you if you need us. Since we have a very low turnover of staff, you will see many of the same familiar faces that you have been serving you for years when you visit our store.
Forty-five years ago, in April 1972, Stevens & Baiden Ltd. became a Chrysler dealer. We were located at the southeast corner of The Queensway South and Glenwoods Avenue in Keswick, where we have continued to operate to this day. After being known locally for years as Stevens & Baiden, the name was eventually changed to S & B Keswick Motors Ltd.
Our decals have changed over the years, but our commitment to making O sure everything is just right before a car rolls off the lot has not!
As we celebrate our 45th anniversary, we pledge to continue to be the dealership that you have grown to trust with your automotive needs – many of you for several decades. Thank you for your loyal support! The Baiden Family and the Staff of S & B Keswick Motors Ltd.
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