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Police were called to the scene of the collision in a parking lot near Pasadena Drive and Lake Drive in Keswick just before 3 p.m.

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The boy sustained minor injuries and was taken to hospital.

Police smelled alcohol when speaking to the boy’s father and arrested him.

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The vehicle struck a wooden pole and the boy was ejected off the ATV and into the pole.

Jason Rae, 28, of Georgina, is charged with impaired driving causing bodily harm and driving with blood alcohol over 80.

Rae is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Newmarket April 6.

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Video games, from the original Super At opposite end of the family-friendly Mario Bros. to today’s Minecraft, can have scale, Quentin Tarantino’s movies are rife accompanying manuals with everything with references and homages from the intrifrom tongue-in-cheek one-offs to entire hidcate to the obscure. den levels.

Whether for the thrill of the hunt or just But the term Easter egg may actually have trying to appear more clever than your budRAIDERS OF THE LOST something to do with 1975’s The Rocky Hordies, here are the top five Easter eggs in mov- ARK: It is a well known fact ror Picture Show, according to some pop ies you can search for while popping choco- among movie buffs that culture aficionados. late bunnies and jellybeans. directors Steven Spielberg and George Lucas put FIGHT CLUB: The fact shout-outs to each other’s there is a Starbucks coffee films on numerous occacup in every (yes every) scene sions, especially with the in Fight Club tops most lists. iconic E.T. and the Star Some think it’s pure bril- Wars characters.

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TOY STORY 3: A huge fan of the Stanley Kubrick horror film The Shining, Toy Story 3 director Lee Unkrich created an homage to the psychological thriller rifling the animated classic with references to the number 237 — the terrifying room Jack Torrance (played by Jack Nicholson) finds himself in the film based on Stephen King’s novel.

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The people behind the ClearWater Farm project in Georgina have been recognized as a Freshwater Hero.

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It recognized the OWC for “truly demonstrating the power of individuals to change the world — or in this case, their lake” through a number of initiatives, including championing Lake Simcoe’s return to health via innovative fundraising and inspiring educational initiatives.

In its short history, the OWC, through its ReWilding Lake Simcoe, has brought over $1 million to clean-up and restoration efforts.

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Its aim is to assist groups working at the local community level where thousands of decisions are made every day that impact the health of our waters and our communities.

Keswick’s Clark backstops SMU Huskies to CIS hockey bronze Goaltender Rebecca Clark stopped 28 of 29 shots to spark the Saint Mary’s Huskies to a 3-1 victory over Guelph Gryphons in the Canadian Interuniversity Sport women’s bronze medal game Sunday in Calgary.

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ast weekend, a Georgina father was charged with impaired after the ATV he was driving slammed into a pole in a parking lot near his home.

His five-year-old son, who was sitting in front and between his father’s protective legs, was thrown from the vehicle and injured.

A 35-year-old mother from Newmarket was charged last week with impaired driving and eight other serious infractions after a 26-year-old man from Newmarket died in a January crash when the woman’s vehicle collided with his Honda in East Gwillimbury. The suspect’s twin daughters, 13, and another girl, 12, were in the car and taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Last month, a Newmarket mother was charged with impaired driving and it was later discovered a young child had been left in the home unattended during this time.

Last November, York Regional Police charged a 52-year-old woman from Newmarket after receiving a 911 call from her son, 9, advising them his mother was drinking and driving with him in the car.

He was, rightfully, hailed a hero by the community.

These are just a few recent and disturbing examples of cases being dealt with by police over the past several months.

There are dozens of other examples where children’s lives have been put in danger by reckless and irresponsible adults who place innocent children they purport to love and trust into potentially dangerous or even lifethreatening situations.

Despite the many impaired driving-related tragedies on York Region roads, people just don’t seem to be getting the message.

“The message from York Regional Police is clear. You drink or do drugs, don’t drive,” said Const. Kelly Bachoo of the force’s communications division Tuesday.

“A ride in a car with a parent who has been drinking, is no place for a child. Think of yourself, think of your child, think of other

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people on the road and put safety first,” Bachoo said.

The community always expresses great outrage when it hears of such incidents and people become especially angry when children are involved.

Police forces, too, are exasperated.

That’s because RIDE statistics released earlier this year from York Regional Police and the Ontario Provincial Police indicate many people continue to get behind the wheel after consuming alcohol or drugs.

In fact, York officers arrested more than 2-1/2 times the number of allegedly impaired drivers during the 2015 holiday campaign than they did during the 2013 campaign. York Regional Police arrested 168 drivers for alcohol and drug-related offences and issued an additional 77 three-day licence suspensions during the 2015 holiday RIDE campaign.

That’s up from 66 impaired driving arrests in 2013, Const. Laura Nicolle said at the time.

“It’s definitely a shock. We’ve said it again and again and again and again, the fact that how impaired driving can cause such serious types of incidents.”

Perhaps it is time for Ontario to toughen laws when it comes to motorists who are convicted of impaired driving involving a minor.

Several American states have toughened laws where minors are involved, including New York, which passed the Leandra’s Law in 2009 after a girl was killed when her friend’s impaired mother rolled her vehicle with six young passengers in the car.

If Ontario can pass laws to protect children from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke in motor vehicles, surely it can heighten impaired driving charges when involving children.

From everything we see and hear in our newsrooms, people are starting to take matters into their own hands. More and more citizens are calling police when they witness questionable behaviour on the roads.

Residents are urged to call 911 if they believe a driver is impaired.

Let’s hope people start to get the message.

Daylight Saving Time will never be defunct Re: Time to end defunct daylight saving time practice, editorial, March 17: bit. ly/1RfUyB9 There are several serious misconceptions in this editorial.

1. Daylight Saving Time (DST), change is not defunct, and never will be defunct.

The need for DST is as great now as it ever was. There is no indication that DST is disappearing anywhere in the developed world.

2. DST is healthier for all of us and provides us with an extra hour of sound sleep for two months on either side of June 21.

Otherwise, the population would be waking up unnecessarily around 4 a.m. when it would start to get bright out.

3.The paper’s perception that the vehicle accident rate increases for a few mornings when DST first starts is dead wrong. There is no change in the accident rate in the morning rush to work when DST starts.

There is a small uptick in the accident rate in the evenings, when motorists are returning home, but that only lasts for a couple of days at the very beginning of DST.

This editorial needed considerably more research and didn’t get the facts straight. It is best to keep personal biases out of editorials, because the vast majority of the population likes DST and looks forward to this aspect of spring. These same people also look forward to the extra hour at the end of DST.

HARVEY ALEXANDER PEARSON NEWMARKET

No one ever approves of Daylight Saving Time Re: Time to end defunct daylight saving time practice, editorial, March 17: bit. ly/1RfUyB9 I could not agree more. I’m 72-yearsold and do not recall ever speaking to anyone who approved of this twice-a-year abuse to our physical and mental wellbeing.

The problem is what can we do about it? I’m sure there are many others who feel the same.

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Example: 2016 Jeep Cherokee Sport FWD (24A) with a Purchase Price of $25,147 leased at 0% for 24 months with a $500 security deposit, $1,028 down payment and first month’s payment due at lease inception equals 24 monthly payments of $376 with a cost of borrowing of $0 and a total obligation of $10,104.85. Kilometre allowance of 18,000/year. Cost of $0.16 per excess kilometre plus applicable taxes at lease termination. See your retailer for complete details. ‡3.49% lease financing for up to 48 months available through SCI Lease Corp. to qualified customers on applicable new 2016 models at participating retailers. SCI provides all credit approval, funding and leasing services. Retailer order/trade may be necessary. Example: 2016 Dodge Journey Canada Value Package (22F) with a Purchase Price of $19,252 leased at 3.49% for 48 months with a $500 security deposit, $898 down payment and first month’s payment due at lease inception equals 48 monthly payments of $248 with a cost of borrowing of $1,991.30 (including $60.25 PPSA registration) and a total obligation of $12,865.55. Kilometre allowance of 18,000/year. Cost of $0.16 per excess kilometre plus applicable taxes at lease termination. See your retailer for complete details. *Consumer Cash/Jeep Cash Discounts are deducted from the negotiated price before taxes. »$1,500 Ram Truck Loyalty/Conquest/Skilled Trades Bonus Cash is available on the retail purchase/lease of 2015/2016 Ram 1500 (excludes Regular Cab), 2014/2015/2016 Ram 2500/3500/Cab & Chassis, or 2015 Ram Cargo Van and is deducted from the negotiated price after taxes. Eligible customers include: 1. Current owners/lessees of a Dodge or Ram Pickup Truck or Large Van or any other manufacturer’s Pickup Truck or Large Van. The vehicle must have been owned/leased by the eligible customer and registered in their name on or before March 1, 2016. Proof of ownership/lease agreement will be required. 2. Customers who are skilled tradesmen or are acquiring a skilled trade. This includes Licensed Tradesmen, Certified Journeymen or customers who have completed Apprenticeship Certification. A copy of the Trade Licence/Certification required. 3. Customers who are Baeumler Approved service providers. Proof of membership is required. Limit one $1,500 bonus cash offer per eligible truck transaction. Some conditions apply. See your retailer for complete details. ≈Non-prime financing available on select models on approved credit. 4.99%/6.99% financing available on select 2016 models. Financing examples: 2016 Ram 1500 Quad Cab SXT 4x4/2016 Dodge Grand Caravan Canada Value Package with a Purchase Price of $29,868/$20,995 financed at 4.99%/6.99% over 84 months, equals 182 bi-weekly payments of $188/$146 with a cost of borrowing of $5,394/$5,614 and a total finance obligation of $35,262.47/$26,608.53. Some conditions apply. See your retailer for complete details. §Starting From Prices for vehicles shown include Consumer Cash Discounts and do not include upgrades (e.g., paint). Upgrades available for additional cost. 1Based on 2014 Ward’s Middle Cross Utility segmentation. ^Based on IHS Automotive: Polk Canadian Vehicles in Operation data available as of July, 2014 for Crossover Segments as defined by FCA Canada Inc. ®Jeep is a registered trademark of FCA US LLC used under license by FCA Canada Inc. TMThe SiriusXM logo is a registered trademark of SiriusXM Satellite Radio Inc.

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very year as we transition into spring, I am always amazed by Georgina’s natural beauty as we watch our local environment renew itself once again.

Our trees will grow their buds, our flowers will quickly burst back to life and our abundance of wildlife will return to enrich our forests, wetlands and the waters of Lake Simcoe.

As we all consider our own spring cleaning projects at home, I would like to invite you and your neighbours to join me for Georgina’s Pitch-In Week from April 18-24.

Pitch-In Week is a great opportunity to spend some time outdoors while getting some exercise. It also greatly contributes to keeping Georgina and Lake Simcoe beautiful, healthy and free from debris.

To enlist your help, we’re offering free gloves and garbage bags. We will also pickup all of the trash that you’re able to collect.

Why not consider going for a two or three kilometre walk in your neighbourhood and helping to clear a few ditches and shorelines of trash on the way?

Or, maybe you want to organize your

Dave Neeson Council Connection neighbours to have a little healthy competition to see who can keep Georgina the cleanest.

Whatever you decide, we thank you.

Georgina thanks you. And, most importantly, our local environment thanks you.

For further information and to help with this great community initiative, please call our operations department staff at 905-4764301 ext. 3501.

Cheers to a beautiful, healthy and safe spring season.

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One man is dead after a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Hwy. 48 and Lakeridge Road Monday.

Man killed in Georgina crash

BY HEIDI RIEDNER

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One man is dead after a two-vehicle collision in Georgina Monday, OPP confirm.

John Foster of Kirkfield died on the way to hospital after a collision at the intersection of Hwy. 48 and Lakeridge Road between Pefferlaw and Port Bolster around 11 a.m.

Traffic was subject to intermittent lane closures of Hwy. 48 while emergency crew responded and the OPP’s accident recon-

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struction unit conducted its investigation.

According to police, the man was a passenger in a vehicle travelling northbound attempting to make a left-hand turn. The vehicle collided in the intersection with a car travelling southbound.

Investigators are still trying to piece together the circumstances of the accident.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Whitby detachment of the OPP at 905-6683388.

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For more information call York Region Public Health 1-800-361-5653 | TTY: 1-866-252-9933

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EASTER HOLIDAY CLOSURES

The Georgina Civic Centre will be closed on Friday, March 25 and Monday, March 28 for the Easter Holiday.

Visit our website (under News Alerts) to find out what Town facilities will be opened and closed for the Easter weekend.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

You are invited to attend a Public Meeting on Wednesday, May 11, 2016 beginning at approximately 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Georgina Civic Centre at 26557 Civic Centre Road, Keswick. Please note that this application, along with other matters, will be dealt with in the order that they appear on the agenda or as Council may determine.

PROPOSAL: 23965 & 23675 Woodbine Avenue, 2596 Glenwoods Ave: The Town is in receipt of applications for Draft Plan of Subdivision approval and Zoning By-law Amendment to permit 14 blocks for industrial development on the subject lands. These applications were before Council on February 12, 2014 and August 12, 2015. The applicant has submitted a revised plan which includes the removal of Street ‘B’ between Street ‘C’ and future Glenwoods Avenue and the creation of Block ‘14’ to protect land for a potential full Highway 404 interchange. A key map showing the location of the subject land is provided below.

PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO BY-LAW TO ESTABLISH FEES FOR PLANNING APPLICATIONS AND SERVICES

Town Council will be considering the adoption of a bylaw to amend its Fees By-law No. 2011-0015 (PL-7) for planning applications and services at its April 6, 2016 meeting, 9 a.m. Report No. RC-2016-0006 regarding the proposed amendment to By-law No. 2011-0015 (PL-7) was presented at the Council meeting of March 2, 2016. Copies of the report can be accessed on the Town’s website at www.georgina.ca or by calling Lynda Giles at 905-4764301 ext. 2239.

2016 MOSQUITO PROGRAM NOTICE OF GROUND AND AERIAL LARVICIDE APPLICATION FOR THE CONTROL OF LARVAL MOSQUITOES FOR NUISANCE CONTROL

From March 26 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 sprayers.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).

OPENING DOORS & MINDS

Friends of the Library present: 10th Annual Grate Groan-Up Spelling Bee Friday, April 15, 6:30 p.m.

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TENDER & BID OPPORTUNITIES

The Town of Georgina Purchasing Division will receive tenders and/or proposals as follows: Floor Drainage Repairs - Egypt Roads Yard Facility Request for Tender OED2016-022 Closing: Friday, April 1 Portable Toilet Rentals and Services Request for Tender OED2016-028 Closing: Friday, April 1 Tree Replacement & Planting Services Request for Tender OED2016-012 Closing: Friday, April 1 ROC Chalet Window Treatment Request for Proposal OED2016-009 Closing: Friday, April 8 For full tender and proporsal information, please visit the Town’s website or contact Brian Jordan, CPPB, AMCT Purchasing Manager at 905 476 4301 or 705-437-2210 or fax 905-476-8100.

EPILEPSY AWARENESS MONTH

The Town of Georgina has proclaimed the month of March as Epilepsy Awareness Month. Saturday, March 26 has been proclaimed as ‘Purple Day’.

Inquiries Refer to Town Files: 01.136, 03.1070; Planner: Maryann Hunt ext. 2275 or email mhunt@georgina.ca Additional Information: A complete copy of the Notice of Public Meeting may be viewed on the Town’s web page at georgina.ca Additional information and/or material related to the applications 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 905-476-4301 ext. 2250, by fax at 905-476-4394, or Planning Division Secretary, Anna Geniole at ageniole@georgina.ca *Please ensure you reference the File Number(s) in all communications.

DEVELOPMENT CHARGES

The Town of Georgina is currently preparing a Background Study for the intent of establishing a new Development Charges By-law. The following list of dates have been established to facilitate the Background Study and By-law process. All meetings are open to the public.

Release of the Background Study Friday, April 22 Public Open House Tuesday, April 26 at 7 p.m.

Council Meeting – Statutory Public Meeting Wednesday, May 25 at 7:30 p.m. *Council Meeting begins at 7 p.m.

Council Meeting – Proposed Passage of the Development Charges By-law Wednesday, June 22 at 7 p.m.

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The Town of Georgina is currently hiring for the following position(s): Summer 2016 Seasonal: Noxous Weed Inspector. Closes: Mar. 27 Seasonal Parking Control Officer. Closes: Mar. 30 The ROC Casual. Deadline March 31: ROC Sous Chef ROC Banquet Cook ROC Banquet Server Summer 2016 Seasonal. Deadline March 31: Skate Patrol (Casual/on-call) ROC Canteen Attendant ROC Bike Park/Maintenance Attendant Summer 2016 Sessional. Deadline April 3: Bike Instructor Canoe & Kayak Instructors Archery Instructor Challenge Course Facilitators Summer 2016 Students: Building - Technical. Closes: Mar. 25 Building - Administrative. Closes: Apr. 4 Sessional. Deadline March 25: Recreation Facilitator Zumba Instructor Recreation Facilitator - Preschool Program Tennis Instructor Lacrosse Instructor Running Instructor Visit georgina.ca or view our job posting board at the Georgina Civic Centre for more information and application instructions.

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A “rally for the innocent” took place outside Jersey Public School in Keswick on Monday.

Repair and replace aging infrastructure Meet the challenges of extreme weather events Address the needs of population growth Pay for increasing costs of water purchases, labour, utilities and chemicals Reduce our need to finance with debt Build reserves so we can plan for future repair and replacement needs

What does this mean to you?

Rally raises bullying issue

BY HEIDI RIEDNER

hriedner@yrmg.com

Pink T-shirts and vehicle horns were the predominant show of support Monday morning at a “rally for the innocent” taking place outside a York Region public school in Keswick.

“It is time to take a stand against bullying in our schools and for something to change,” Robin Porter, who spearheaded the event, said outside of Jersey Public School.

Amidst the repeated blare of honking

horns from passing vehicles on Glenwoods Avenue, Porter said she hopes to bring the issue of bullying to the front burner for area residents and parents, but also school administrators and staff.

Porter and about a dozen supporters, who were waving placards lining the Keswick street, want concrete strategies to address bullying moving forward rather than what they term “lip service” being paid by the York Region District School Board to its safe schools policy.

The rally ran throughout the day.

You will see an increase on your water bill after April 1st.

Check with your local municipality to learn more.

York Region provides water and wastewater services to more than 1.1 million residents. Paying more now means current and future users will continue to have safe, healthy drinking water at an equitable price. #wateris

We need your help. Victim Services of York Region is a non-profit, charitable agency that works in partnership with York Regional Police and the OPP to provide 24-hour emotional support and practical assistance to persons victimized by crime or tragic circumstance.

We support short-term needs and provide referrals and community resources for continued support. Please call us to learn about volunteer opportunities.

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Wildlife matters to Shades of Hope, but the refuge it provides won’t be available without support.

So it is inviting the community to connect with wildlife next month in Pefferlaw so the non-profit organization can continue to rehabilitate and release injured and orphaned native wildlife.

The event takes place Sunday, April 17 at the Lions Community Centre in Pefferlaw

from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., featuring wildlife presentations, games, facepainting, a silent auction and raffle and refreshments.

All proceeds will go to Shades of Hope Wildlife Refuge — an approved facility through the Ministry of Natural Resources and Fisheries.

The centre, however, receives no government funding and relies on fundraising and donations to support the costs of food, medicine and habitats for the animals.

The vast majority of intakes are orphans,

followed by injured and starving animals, the centre’s founder, Gail Lenters, explained, adding a “hectic” first year handling 800 animals more than doubled in its second year.

“Our belief is a life is a life,” Lenters said, adding all animals are integral elements of an interconnected web of life.

Tickets for the April 17 event can be purchased through shadesofhope.ca, by calling 705-437-4654 or at The Kibble House on Pefferlaw Road.

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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.

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YRT/Viva invites you to attend an upcoming Public Information Centre (PIC) to provide your input for the 2017 Annual Service Plan.

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Sign language interpreter services will be available at each location. > The proposed 2017 Annual Service Plan initiatives are available for public input at: yrt.ca/serviceplanning > Email your feedback to transitinfo@york.ca for consideration

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2014 election cost $300K

You’re just not my type

BY HEIDI RIEDNER

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Not all types of plastic are recyclable in your blue box.

Toys, utensils and plastic wrap are just a few items NOT accepted in the blue box.

Plastic that cannot be recycled or reused should go in the garbage.

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Can you put a price on democracy?

A few staff reports tabled at council during this past month did, at least in terms of certain elements in Georgina.

Roughly $300,000 was the total cost to the town of the 2014 municipal election, which saw an increase of nearly 7 per cent from the 2010 municipal election in terms of voter turnout, reaching nearly 40 per cent.

Payroll costs of $127,077.46 accounted for the bulk of the tab, with part-time salaries and wages of $104,637.44 making up the majority, according to a comprehensive summary that included statistical data, processes and procedures implemented during the 2014 municipal election.

Just more than $77,000 in equipment rentals, $39,000 for general stationary and office supplies, $12,000 each for postage and printing and $10,000 for contracted services were the other big-ticket items on the tab.

Moving forward, council also approved a ward boundary review prior to the next municipal election in 2018, examining key factors such as population distribution, demographic considerations and geographic complexity as it relates to fair and equitable representation of an estimated population of 52,800 in Georgina by the end of this year.

While $30,000 had originally been budgeted to cover the entire review process, staff requested an additional $18,240 this week to cover a $47,405 consultant tab.

The last review was conducted in 1996, which saw Georgina’s seven wards reduced to five.

Council approved a ward boundary review prior to the next municipal election in 2018.

Council remuneration and expenses, as well as board appointees, for 2015 was also tabled this week.

Members of council were paid a total of $266,920 for remuneration, benefits and travel and special event expenses. See page 15.

A total of $68,825 for Mayor Margaret Quirk and $46,131 for Deputy Mayor Danny Wheeler does not include remuneration for their positions on York Region council.

The numbers also do not reflect the salary increase for ward councillors voted last November, which took effect this year, bumping the $22,552 salary to $25,547.

Council also voted to retain the one-third tax free exemption at that time.

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NOTICE OF INTENTION TO DESIGNATE TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Georgina intends to designate the following property for reasons of cultural heritage value or interest: The St. James Parish Hall PT LOT D, BLOCK 51, PLAN 69 35 River Street, Sutton West Ontario REASONS FOR PROPOSED DESIGNATION Contextual Value The St. James Parish Hall, 35 River Street, Sutton West, was built in 1842 as the first school house in Sutton. This building is one of the few remaining examples of pre-confederation buildings. For over a century and a half it has stood on the same lot and its surrounding green. The building was originally used as; Sutton’s town hall, first public school house, and for church services until 1858 when the St. James Church was completed.

Design or Physical Value Architecturally St. Parish James Hall is pre-confederation. The building is a simple classic style with standard proportions as was the custom for early school houses and town hall meeting places of that era.

The following elements of the structure are considered integral to its cultural heritage value or interest: • The proportions and classical style of the building • The windows - size, proportion, number, location, type of glass used in the building • The style of wood - clapboard on the building • The door and window openings of the building • The roof pitch, cornice, and open slat vent of the building

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The archaeological potential of this site is a rarity in Ontario and represents an undisturbed context of Pre-Confederation life.

According to the Ministry of Tourism and Culture’s Standards and Guidelines for Consulting Archaeologists (2011), St. James Parish Hall has potential for being a significant archaeological resource.

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IN THE MATTER OF THE ONTARIO HERITAGE ACT, 1990, R.S.O. CHAPTER 18,SECTION 29 (3).

AND IN THE MATTER OF THE LANDS AND PREMISES known as 35 River Street, Sutton West (St. James Parish Hall), Georgina.

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“We are looking to the community to ramp up giving during our Easter Food Drive,” Georgina Community Food Pantry executive director Catherine Cook said.

“The Food Pantry has experienced record numbers of first-time visitors these past few months and our shelves are starting to run low on some of our most popular staple items.”

One in 20 residents used the food pantry last year, Cook said, adding her hope is as many people as possible could give generously during this week’s drive in support of those in our community who struggle to make ends meet.

For those people who would like to help out this Easter, be sure to drop by Sobeys Sutton Thursday, March 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or Saturday, March 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Volunteers will be on site accepting food and financial donations.

Free hotdogs and drinks will be provided, compliments of Sobeys.

“Our vision is of a community where all residents have secure access to the food required to ensure a complete and nutritious diet,” Cook added.

Budget could lead Canada down road to ruin, critics say But York’s chair calls document historic commitment to improve York Region’s communities

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hile the federal Liberals are trumpeting their first budget as a transformative investment in Canadians’ futures, critics complain the financial document, at best, fails to deliver on key promises and, at worst, leads the country down the road to ruin.

In his budget, called Growing the Middle Class, Finance Minister Bill Morneau laid out a spending spree that he said will see the government spend $11.9 billion on infrastructure, bring in a child benefit that will lift thousands of children out of poverty and help middle-income families, and kickstart the economy.

But the budget also made a laughing stock of an election promise to keep the deficit at less than $10 billion, critics said.

This year’s deficit will hit almost three times that benchmark at $29.4 billion. And while Morneau hopes to balance the books in five years, he didn’t put that in writing.

The budget reflects the strong message Canadians have given the government to help families and make investments in the future, Morneau said.

“What we’re also going to do is be prudent along the way,” he said.

Investments in infrastructure include $3.2 billion for public transit, with $2.41 billion of that coming to Ontario and Quebec, $2 billion for clean water and wastewater and $3.4 billion for social infrastructure, such as housing, child care and recreation facilities.

But although $1.48 billion is earmarked for affordable housing, Richard Lyall, president of Vaughan-based Residential Construction Council of Ontario or RESCON, doesn’t think the funding will make much of a dent in the lack of affordable housing in York Region.

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lennials without dealing with the real problems,” the Newmarket resident said.

“This will not put a dent in York Region’s shortage of rental or affordable housing. My eightyear-old could come up with a better budget.”

York Region’s serious lack of affordable housing is having a significant impact on economic development as young people struggle to afford places to live, Lyall said.

That dynamic is stopping businesses looking for a ready workforce from setting up in the region, he said.

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Fewer than 50 rental units have been built in York Region in each of the last three years, he said.

The federal budget will merely put a Band-Aid of “drop in the bucket” limited funding on a housing market bogged down in systemic challenges, including new housing taking about 10 years to get through the development approvals process and construction.

York Region chair Wayne Emmerson congratulated the government on its budget, pointing out Ottawa has committed more than $120 billion over the next 10 years to improve and expand public transit, increase affordable housing, modernize water and wastewater infrastructure and enhance broadband service in rural and remote communities.

He called it an historic commitment to improve our communities.

Emmerson and several mayors and regional councillors met with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and federal officials on a trip to Ottawa last month to lobby for a number of York priorities, including the extension of the Yonge subway to Richmond Hill.

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You can get books at Aurora library

BY HEIDI RIEDNER

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Residents of Georgina will now have free borrowing privileges from the Aurora Public Library, thanks to a two-year reciprocal agreement.

All that is required is valid photo identification showing your address and a library card in good standing from your “home” library system.

“We are delighted to add APL to our list of reciprocal borrowing libraries, offering increased access while also promoting equity and convenience in the provision of library services locally,” Georgina Public Library CEO Mary Baxter said.

Public libraries “open doors and minds”, and connect communities to resources that impact people’s lives. The more seamless the

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With the addition of Aurora, GPL has standing reciprocal borrowing agreements with all of the Northern Six municipalities in York Region, as well as with Markham and Brock Township.

Library material must be returned to the library system from which the items were checked out.

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The eight annual in-water Easter egg hunt runs at the Georgina Leisure Pool from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Free Easter activities in the Black River Public School gym, too, from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Call 905-722-1429 or email pool@georgina.ca for details.

MARCH 29 — SPRING INTO WELLNESS Spring Into Wellness from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Black River Public School. Free, fun games, food, prizes and much more for children of all ages. Enjoy a fun family night with activities that promote wellness, resiliency, physi-

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MARCH 30 — SEMINAR Plan to attend a seminar at the Sutton Public Library (Peter Gzowski Branch) on Wednesday at 7:15 p.m. Guest speaker John Lowe of

London, England will be discussing “A World in Trouble – God’s Solution.” Bring your questions and comments. Sponsored by the Sutton West Christadelphians. For further info, call Fran at 289-470-1469.

MARCH 31 — FASHION SHOW Leave room on the calendar for Knox United Church’s lunch, spring fashion show and

APRIL 2 — EUCHRE NIGHT Sutton & District Lions Club hosts a euchre night beginning at 7 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Hall, 20858 Dalton Rd. in Sutton. Book your seat at tsudeyko@rogers.com. $20 + a non-perishable item gets you in. No partner necessary. Sandwiches, coffee & fun.

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enry Fonda once said, “The man who stops advertising to save money is like the man who stops the clock to save time”. The same can be said for any business and, in Georgina, we have two multimedia experts available to help with all your advertising needs. Marie McCluskey and Carrie McCullough have more than a combined 40 years of experience working with Georgina businesses to create success.

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These days the “clock” Henry Fonda referred to is likely to be digital and mobile. Marie and Carrie can help introduce you and your business to the latest in digital advertising options, such as Geo Fencing. How does Geo-Fencing work? Say you’re having a sale this Saturday from 9 to 5; you can digitally pin your location and preselect your radius and everyone with a mobile phone entering your chosen geographical area will be served your sale ad through the top trending websites. When your customer clicks on your ad they will be taken directly to a page on your website, which you get to choose. Art work for your ad is included and all digital advertising is tracked so you can see the results of your advertising campaign. The best part is it costs only $100 per 10,000 impressions.

Geo-Fencing is just one of the many digital options available that Marie and Carrie can introduce you to. Contact either Marie or Carrie to find out which option would best suit your needs.

am a committed and passionate Realtor and I work tirelessly to help my clients achieve their dreams, while protecting their best interests. My determination and attention to detail allows my clients to receive first-class service with the utmost integrity. The combination of my market knowledge and excellent negotiating skills enables me to get you the optimal price for any property you plan to sell or buy. I am also a top producer at Royal LePage, Your Community Realty, and a very proud supporter of the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation; donating a portion of my commission whenever you buy or sell through me.

I feel very privileged and honoured to be a part of the Royal LePage, Your Community Realty family.

I absolutely LOVE my job and I am a firm believer in exceeding expectations and enhancing your quality of life. I believe it’s so important for you to put your faith and trust in a Realtor who will give you the best possible experience when buying or selling real estate. This is my promise to you! To me, being a Realtor means more than selling homes - it’s about you, your hopes and your dreams. It’s about a relationship based on trust, knowledge and expertise. Once again, I LOVE my job, and my performance reflects that.

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The team takes pride in providing a full range of real estate services to both Sellers and Buyers. Skilful negotiators, they strive to achieve the best possible price accommodating their client’s price points and comfort levels. Taking care of each client is paramount to both Sandy and Sue. It’s a simple formula that has proven successful earning the two a solid reputation in the industry built on trust, expertise and a wealth of experience.

“We want people to look back on their experience with us with a smile on their face and we actively strive to make that happen” says Sandy. Sue agrees that while the result or “the sale” is the ultimate goal for the client, how they are treated and looked after during the whole process is just as important. “We never forget our reputation depends on our clients’ satisfaction.”

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Maple Hill Baptist Church 215 Glenwoods Dr. Keswick

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Loving God and Others through Jesus Christ

Keswick United Church 177 Church St. • 905-476-5532 www.keswickunitedchurch.ca Sunday Worship/Sunday School • 11:15am

“A Warm Welcome Awaits You” Rev. Fran Ota Home of the Community Meal every Thursday 4:30 - 6:30 pm

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Sunday Service at 10 am

Harvest Family Community Church

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Sunday Gathering at 10:30 a.m.

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“...to know the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled with all the fullness of God” Eph. 3:19

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@ 905-853-8888 EXT.251 Lakeshore Community Fellowship Sunday Potluck at 5:00 pm Service at 6:00 pm Meeting at Belhaven Hall 25184 Warden Ave. Keswick lakeshorecommunityfellowship.com

Belhaven Free Methodist Church 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

DOVE Christian Fellowship Canada

Pastor Lynn Ironside

85 Osbourne St., Roches Point 905-476-8875

Anglican Parish of Georgina www.parishofgeorgina.org • Church Office (905)722-3726

Sunday Services

St. James’ Church 31 River Street, Sutton

8:00 a.m. Holy Communion (Said) 10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist (Choral) Maundy Thursday, March 24 at 7:30 PM Good Friday, March 25 at 10:30 AM Holy Saturday, March 26 at 7:30 PM Easter Sunday 8:00 & 10:30 AM All are Welcome Incumbent: Captain, the Reverend Greg Bailey

ROMANCATHOLIC CHURCH Immaculate Conception 20916 Dalton Rd., Sutton

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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 Nursery / Children’s Church Provided Fellowship time after service

Wednesday Bible Study 7:15pm - 8:30pm English - walking through the book of John MIERCOLES ESTUDIO BIBLICO 7:15-8:30PM LLAMENOS (905)252-4776

Friday Night 7:00-8:30pm Kids Club ages 6-10yrs • Youth Club ages 10+yrs

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All are welcome.

Pastor Chad Houghton Pastor Mike Harrison

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Georgina Gospel Assembly

Knox United Church

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.

All are welcome!

Pastor Ronald Gosse 905-476-9155

Sunday School 10:30 am

34 Market Street, Sutton 10 am Sunday Service Sunday School & Supervised Nursery

Rev. Ted Grady 905-722-3742 •officeknoxsutton@gmail.com

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THE “DAWN” CHRISTADELPHIANS BELHAVEN COMMUNITY HALL ~ 25184 Warden Avenue, Belhaven ON

(905) 476-4548

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Corner of Woodbine and Old Homestead Road All Are Welcome EGYPT CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE

6779 Smith Blvd • 905-722-7783 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 Sunday 10 am Worship

Our Lady of the Lake

For Daily Mass times call the church office at 905-476-0097 Pastor: Reverend Sherwin Holandez WELCOME

10:30 a.m.

Awana and Adult Sunday School is Sunday evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Sunday School/Bible Class: Sundays 9:30a.m.; Memorial Meeting: Sundays 11:00a.m.

Telephone: 905 - 967-1819 * Website: www.dawnchristadelphians.ca

Rev. Grant Verdoold BTh, MDiv, SSW

MASSES: Sat. 4:00 pm & Sun. 11:00 am

Sunday Service

Pastor Hal Arthurs • Pastor Bob Tsisko

MASSES: Sat. 5:30 pm and Sun. 8:30 am

129 Metro Rd. N., Keswick

Sunday Worship Service: 10:30 a.m.

Anglican Worship Christ Church Roches Point

Senior Pastor ALL WELCOME Contact Me! Phone & Fax: 705-437-2170 Email: pastor@cedardalechurch.ca www.cedardalechurch.ca

GOD’S SOLUTION FOR A WORLD IN TROUBLE

Here is some Good News for our chaotic world, which only seems to give us bad news. God has plans for a “fresh start”! This “fresh start” hinges on the promised return of Jesus and it involves the replacement of every government that now exists with a righteous one, bringing worldwide peace instead of bloodshed and violence. This promise can be found clearly in the Bible: “The God of heaven will set up a kingdom that will never be destroyed, nor will it be left to another people. It will crush all man’s kingdoms and bring them to an end, but it will itself endure for ever”. Daniel 2:44 The time will soon come when all the world will know the truth about God, who created our world and controls its future. We read from God’s word: “They will neither harm nor destroy on all my holy mountain, for the earth will be full of the knowledge of the Lord as the waters cover the sea” (Isaiah 11:9).

The mercy and forgiveness of God will be fully seen when the curse of sin and death has gone from the world for ever. Let us rejoice over the prospect of the return of Jesus. At which time, “he will deliver the needy who cry out, and the afflicted who have no one to help them. He will take pity on the weak and the needy and save the needy from death. He will rescue them from oppression and violence, for precious is their blood in his sight”. (Psalm 72:12).

This topic will be discussed at length at the Sutton Public Library on Wednesday evening, March 30, commencing at 7:15 pm. Plan to attend this seminar: A WORLD IN TROUBLE: GOD’S SOLUTION SUTTON PUBLIC LIBRARY (Peter Gzowski Branch) Wednesday, March 30 at 7:15 p.m.

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From $1125 inclusive.

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AURORA (Yonge/Orchard)- Newly renovated bachelor/ studio apartment, walkout to park. Fireplace. Suit single professional. $850 inclusive. No smoking/ pets. Immed. 905-503-2054, 905-717-0260

NEWMARKET CENTRAL 1 bedroom, quiet building, with balcony, close to hospital. New kitchen. Parking.

No dogs. $1150 inclusive.

905-953-9683 SUTTON CLEAN -1 bedroom +den.

Open concept. $975 inclusive. Suits professional single/ couple.

No smoking/ pets. References req’d Leave message at 289-264-4525.

AURORA CENTRAL, 1 bedroom, $1100 inclusive.

Available immediately. 2 bedroom $1200 inclusive, May 1st. AC, parking, laundry.

No smoking/ pets. 905-841-1060.

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KESWICK LAKEFRONT Two 1 bedroom apartments available $800+. utilities. 2 bedroom $1000 inclusive, Cable. Parking. 1st/last.

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Newly renovated. Non smoker, no pets. $850 incl. Please call 647-388-4232.

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NEWMARKET - 3 furnished rooms: 2 @ $640 & 1 @ $680 inclusive. Clean, quiet, central shared home. Parking, laundry, cable, WIFI, in-ground pool. Mature, male professionals only. Non-smokers / no pets. 905-251-3239.

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Non smoker, no pets. $500 / month. First and last required. Call John 905-476-6769

KESWICK, 4 separate rooms for rent.

Available April 1st.

Shared kitchen, bathroom and living area.

Please call 289-338-2183 for more information.

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Cable HD TV/ TMN, internet, laundry, amenities. $645 incl.

No parking, no pets. (416) 948-2973.

MT. ALBERT- Rooms for rent on second floor, shared full bath, kitchen, WIFI, laundry included, satellite available, steps to bus stop. $450 to $575 inclusive.

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SUTTON- ROOMS for rent.

All inclusive. No pets. Available immediately. First and last required.

Call Jim 416-708-6995.

BALDWIN MOTEL. 23721 Hwy #48 ~ 905-722-9066 1 and 2 bedrooms with kitchen.

Available daily, weekly, monthly No pets.

HOLLAND LANDING- Large finished basement for rent, utilities, cable, internet & parking included. Non-smoking.

Available April 1st. $600. Call Shannon, 289-383-1438 ROOM FOR rent- New townhouse, Gorham/ Leslie, Newmarket, $600. Includes utilities, cable, internet & laundry. Suits professional or student. 647-402-5165. liudochka@yahoo.com

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SHARED ACCOMMODATIONS - 1 room available. South Keswick. Mature, nonsmoker, no pets. $550 per month, first and last, internet included. Available immediately. 905-716-3476.

KESWICK ROOMS for rent - starting at $550 Furnished 4 bedroom.

All inclusive. (Incl. wifi!)

416-859-5103 SHARED ACCOMMODATIONS - 2 large rooms in a house. Yonge/ London Road - close to all amenities. Very clean/ bright. $495 incl.

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289-231-7642

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LAKEFRONT 3 BEDROOM COTTAGE (sleeps 6)

Availabity at DISCOUNTED RATES for the months of MAY, JUNE, SEPT & OCT. (SUMMER sold out).

This pet friendly cottage is situated in Haliburton Highlands, with 4 piece bath, living/dining area, well equipped kitchen and attached screened-in Muskoka room. Well looked after grassy grounds on a gentle slope down to a 300 sq ft dock on a very peaceful NO MOTOR lake. Great swimming, fishing, with 1 canoe, 3 kayaks, a peddalo, lifevests, fire-pit and games. Please email patrick@nemms.ca for rates, full photos and details. 416.564.4511

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Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5pm • 905-853-2527 • Toll Free 1-800-743-3353 • Fax 905-853-1765 • For delivery questions, please contact 1-855-853-5613 DOWDELL, John David 11 May 1943 - 16 March 2016 John is survived by his wife Susan Otis, his three daughters, Rachel (Shelly), Elizabeth and Catherine, their mother, Sandie Drummond, and his step-children, Catharine Quinn and Paul Otis. A granddad to Nicholas, Nathan, Olivia, Evan, Tristan, Lilith, Penelope and Charlotte and a father-in-law to Steven Clark, Wayne Washington, Scott Sills, Ted Quinn and Clara Kim, John was a devoted husband, protective father, caring grandfather, dedicated fire services officer, natural teacher and loyal friend.

John was raised with his sister Betty-Lou in Toronto by Vernon and Jean Dowdell. After secondary school, John began a life-long dedicated career in Fire Prevention, when he joined the York Fire Department in 1965. After the birth of his three daughters, he continued to commute to Weston from Holt/Mount Albert, where he was actively involved in the community through the Optimist Club, committees with the Town of East Gwillimbury and the United Church. John became a Fire Prevention and Explosion Hazards Consultant for the Ontario Ministry of Health, which involved considerable travel throughout the province, where he met many like-minded individuals who felt as passionately about fire safety and prevention as he did. As an associate instructor at the Ontario Fire College in Gravenhurst, John shared many stories with peers through conversation and lessons, both formally and informally. While living in Gravenhurst, John was actively involved in the community through committee work with Bethune Memorial House and on committees with the Town of Gravenhurst. A seasoned professional, John provided his services to the Huntsville Fire Department, consulted on Building and Fire Codes for the G8 Summit and was a member in OMFPOA, CFSA, NFPA, IAFF and SFPE. Although John started his career as a firefighter, he chose to dedicate his life to fighting fires before they start, through fire prevention and code enforcement.

John was known in the community for his sense of humour, forthright manner, sharp intellect and systematic thinking. John will be missed by many friends and family.

Donations can be made in John’s name to the Ross Tilley Burn Unit through Sunnybrook Hospital Foundation in Toronto.

LINK, Donald ‘Don’ Henry Peacefully, surrounded by his family at his home in Keswick, on Friday, March 18, 2016 at the age of 72 years.

Don, beloved husband of Patricia ‘Pat’ (nee Pettipas).

Predeceased by his parents Stanley Link and Marjorie (nee Harrison). Loving father of Don B. Link of Richmond Hill, William ‘Bill’ Link (Karen) of Newmarket and Glen Link (Melanie) of Toronto. Cherished Poppa of Aidan, MacKenzie, Coulson, and Ethan and Godfather of Erika and Elly Green. Son-in-law of the late Mary Louise Clarke.

Dear brother of Eleanor (Erv Tyndall), Larry, Lillian Wood, Lucille Dean, Theresa (Reg Gibbs), Richard (Shirley Link) and of the late Herb and Lloyd. Dear brotherin-law of Audrey (Alex Wyllie), June Maccabe, Jim Pettipas, Lyn (Christopher Lindelien), Ruth (Rob Schmuck), Donna Pettipas (Ted Polkinghorne), the late Bernice (Hazen Rennie) and Arlene and her surviving husband Ron Brooks. He will be greatly missed by his many nieces, nephews and relatives, especially Neil Pace and Elke Pettipas.

Friends were received at M.W. Becker Funeral Home (490 The Queensway South, Keswick) On Tuesday, March 22, 2016 from 1-3 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. and Wednesday from 10-11 a.m. It was followed by a funeral service in the chapel at 11 a.m. In memory of Don, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated.

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PATERSON, Christine Anne It is with heavy hearts we advise of the passing of Christine Paterson at Southlake Regional Health Center, Newmarket, on Thursday, March 17, 2016 with her sons by her side, at the age of 65 years. Christine Paterson (nee Leach) of Sutton, beloved wife of the late Donald H. Paterson. Loving mother of Shawn (Darlene), Andrew (Karrin) and David and Grandma of Kyle, Zack, Jordan, Jamee, Kaylan and Lily. Dear sister of Janet (Steve), Wendy (John), Peter, Paulette, and Richard (Kathy). Dear aunt of Vanessa, Stephanie, Dillon, Devin, Steven, Christopher, Bryanne, Courtney (Chris), and Michael (Lisa) and great Aunt of Shannon (Fredric), Tanner, Sophia, Myles, Avery and Noah and great great aunt of Eliza.

Fondly remembered by many relatives in England, and her many friends, especially Barb and Jodi and all her co-workers at Sutton District High School.

Cremation has taken place. A Graveside Service and interment of cremated remains will take place on Monday, April 4, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at the Briar Hill Cemetery, 5500 Black River Road, Sutton. A Celebration of Chris’s life will follow at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 356, 21 East Street, Sutton from 2:30 5:30 p.m. with remembrances at 3:00 p.m.

Memorial donations to the Poppy Fund of the R.C.L., Branch 356, or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements in care of the Forrest & Taylor Funeral Home, Sutton, 905-722-3274.

Memorial condolences may be made at www.forrestandtaylor.com

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WARREN, John Walter Of Belleville, Ontario passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Saturday, March 19, 2016 after a courageous battle with cancer. John was born in Mt. Albert, Ontario, 82 years ago. Beloved husband of 61 years to Audrey (nee Davy). Loving father of Edith (Dave Easun) of Toronto, Laura (Jim Kennedy) of Toronto and Jennifer (Cary Gough) of Stirling. He was predeceased by his son Mark who left a wife Julie and son Graeme in 1993.

Five wonderful grandchildren, Samantha and Drew Gough, Calvert Kennedy, Graeme and Grant O’Neill will miss his sense of humor and teasing ways. John will be sadly missed by his sister Helen and family of Newmarket and brother Jim and family of Thornhill. He was predeceased by his parents Walter and Sarah Warren of Newmarket. In keeping with John’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Friends are invited to call at the John R. Bush Funeral Home, 80 Highland Ave., Belleville (613-968-5588) on Friday, March 25th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Memorial service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, March 26th, at 11:00 a.m. (with visitation one hour prior from 10-11 a.m.). Reception will take place at the funeral home following the service. Interment to take place at Victoria Cemetery- Plainfield. If desired, donations to the Belleville General Hospital Oncology Department would be appreciated by the family. For online condolences, please visit www.rushnellfamilyservices.com.

Passed away at Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket, on Friday, March 18, 2016 in her 88th year.

Beloved wife of Bob. Loving mother of Bob and (Donna), Elaine and (Terry), Ron and (Sharon), Kevin and (Trish), Dave and (Hildy), Rosanne and (Joe). Cherished and loved by thirteen grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Remembered by her loving family of brothers and sisters and their families.

A caregiver in so many ways, Betty was loved by all. She will be remembered as social and welcoming, excellent in the kitchen, and an astute card player. She enjoyed ballroom dancing with her late husband, Bob, as well as hosting family by the backyard pool. Fond memories remain of regular family dinners where Betty’s baking was always a highlight.

In remembrance of Betty, a Requiem Mass was held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 22nd at St. John Chrysostom Church located at 432 Ontario Street, Newmarket.

Reception followed at St. John’s Parish Hall.

Donations to CHATS - Community & Home Assistance to Seniors would be appreciated.

Online condolences may be made at www.roadhouseandrose.com

McCABE, Rita (nee Valters) Passed away suddenly, but peacefully, on Thursday, March 17, 2016 in Orlando, Florida in her 63rd year.

She is survived by her husband Brian McCabe of Sunderland. She will be remembered by her children Wendy (Jason), Brian (Ashlyn) and Jennifer (Cody) and four grandchildren (Luke, Nathan, Kennedy and Rachel). Sister to Erika and Harry. Aunt to many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. She will be missed by family and friends.

Visitation will be held on Monday, March 28th from 2-8 p.m. and Tuesday, March 29th from 2-8 p.m. at Forrest & Taylor Funeral Home, 20846 Dalton Road, Sutton. Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, 28118 Highway 48, Virginia, Ontario on Wednesday, March, 30th at 1:00 p.m. followed by interment at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church Cemetery.

Donations in memory of Rita can be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Mesothelioma Research Fund at Princess Margaret Hospital.

Memorial condolences may be made at www.forrestandtaylor.com

GEORGE, Irene Alice (nee Townsley) November 13, 1939 - March 20, 2016 In her 76th year, Irene passed away peacefully at Southlake Hospital in Newmarket. She was a loving wife of Raymond (Wally) George.

Beloved mother of Deb Noddin (Tim), Wally George (Kim), Gail Smart and Kim Waldinsperger (Don). Proud grandmother to 15, great grandmother to 24 & a great, great grandmother to 1; sister of Velma Wallace, Jim Townsley, & the late Freda Dixon.

Irene worked the majority of her life at Snap-On Tools. She captured the hearts of everyone she met while her love for life made everyone else see the brightness in theirs. She was “Mom” or “grandma” to so many people as she opened her home and heart to everyone she met; she will be missed by all.

There will be a celebration of life at the Newmarket Legion, 707 Srigley St., Newmarket on April 9, 2016 10am-2pm. If desired, memorial donation can be made to the Cancer Society.

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Peacefully at Southlake Regional Health Center, on Monday, March 21, 2016 at the age of 47 years.

Abby Mitchell, of Sutton/Jackson’s Point, loving mother of Alicia Mitchell. Daughter of Lela and Bill Mitchell. Dear sister of Bill Mitchell (Lori) of Sutton and Terry Mitchell of Burlington. Fondly remembered by her aunt and uncle, Mary and George Kerr. Beloved girlfriend of Paul Cooper of Georgina Island.

A Celebration of Abby’s life will be held at the Forrest & Taylor Funeral Home, 20846 Dalton Road, Sutton, Saturday, April 2, 2016 at 1:30 p.m.

Cremation has taken place.

Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.

Memorial condolences may be made at www.forrestandtaylor.com PATTENDEN, Dorothy Marion (nee Preston) August 17, 1922 - March 19, 2016 Passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 19, 2016 at Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket in her 94th year.

Daughter of Joseph Preston and Isabella McGregor. Wife of the late William Howard Pattenden. Mother of Shirley Pattenden, Elaine Plaskitt and her husband Terry, and Nanci Pattenden. Grandmother of Michael and Karry. Great grandmother of Mitchell, Ryan, Autumn and Rane.

Survived by her sister Shirley Hines of Bognor, Ontario. Dorothy will be fondly missed by her nieces and nephews.

Predeceased by her siblings Gordon, Elmer and Hilda Fox. Friends and family may call at the Thompon Funeral Home, 530 Industrial Parkway S. (at Yonge St.) Aurora, on Monday, March 28, 2016 from 7-9 p.m. and on Tuesday, March 29, 2016 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 32 Mosley St, Aurora, ON. Funeral Service to follow on Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. For those who wish, donations to the Kidney Foundation or Aurora Food Pantry would be appreciated by the family.

NIGHSWANDER, Jim Jim Nighswander passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 22, 2016 at Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket, at the age of 81.

Beloved husband of Gloria Nighswander for 52 years. Loving Dad of Roy and his wife Sue, Cindy and her husband Bill Daniels, Sandra and her husband Perry Rizzo, and Jim and his wife Karen Krywko. Adored Grampa Donut, Grandpa and Uncle Jim to Megan, Curtis, Jenna, Madison, Pierce, Conner, Cole, Shane, Arden and Oliver. Dear son of the late Olga Nighswander-Beadle and Stan Nighswander.

During his life, Jim had a love of his family, cars, horses and trips to Kentucky. A man where a handshake deal had meaning and had old fashion values. Spoke what he thought and lived how he wanted. He will be greatly missed by family and many friends.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 26th from 5:30 p.m. until time of Funeral Service at 6:30 p.m. at the R.S. Kane Funeral Home (6150 Yonge Street, at Goulding, south of Steeles). Private cremation. If desired, donations to Southlake Regional Health Centre Foundation - Palliative Care would be appreciated.

Condolences may be made at www.rskane.ca R.S. Kane 416-221-1159

JEDAN, Karl It is with a profound sense of sorrow that we announce the passing of husband, father, brother, uncle and friend, Karl Jedan. After a quiet and brave battle with cancer, Karl passed away on December 29, 2015 at the Niagara Regional Health Centre surrounded by his family. He was 76.

Husband to Waltraut (Wally), father to Brian and Lisa (Trevor), Opa to Blake Rose, brother to Helmut (Otti), Irma (Henry), Rosa and Hilda.

He was a mentor and friend to many more than can be mentioned here.

Karl helped many people in many different ways and often did quietly and without need to be recognized.

He was clear with his wishes: “No tears, no funeral, scatter my ashes over open water…”

A private memorial to celebrate his life and that booming laugh will be held at a later date. In lieu of sending flowers to the family, please raise a glass of red wine in his memory and consider making a donation to a charity of your choice. He’d like that.

Ken McNally of Bradford at 69 years of age. Beloved husband of Heather for 46 years. Loving dad of Micheal (Dawn), Mark (Cindy) and Matthew (Lisa). Proud grandad of Ryan, Taylor; Lauren, Logan; Tahlia and “one on the way.”

Friends may gather for a Celebration of Ken’s Life at SKWARCHUK FUNERAL HOME, 30 Simcoe Rd., Bradford on Thursday, March 24, 2016 from 6-8 p.m.

NELSON, Calvin J. Passed away at home in Newmarket on Wednesday, March 16th, 2016, at the age of 90 years. Predeceased by beloved wife Ieleen (nee Davis).

Loving father of sons Murray (Deborah), John and daughter Barbara. Cherished granddad of Kevin and special family friend Sam Isgro. Funeral service was held on Saturday, March 19th, 2016. He will be greatly missed by family and friends.

Remembered with Love Harry Syratt -left us on March 30, 2010 It is hard to believe that we have had six years without him when he is still such an important part of our lives.

We hear his laugh, we see his smile and we feel his love when we think of him. There are times when a few tears are still shed but there are more smiles now. It’s hard not to smile with so many wonderful memories.

He lived his life to the fullest, loved his family and his enormous presence touched so many people.

His music plays on.

Always and Forever Joan Syratt and family

NICKERSON, Ginette Marie September 24, 1963 ~ March 28, 2009 So caring, so lovely, So quiet and true, Are just a few words, How we define you.

God shared you with us, And we’re thankful, but yet, We miss you so much, Our Dear Ginette Your loving family.

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ate Coen was a cancer warrior.

The Newmarket woman founded KC’s Cancer Cushion Fund in an effort to help other people battling the disease pay for treatment or living expenses.

While Kate succumbed to cancer in June 2008, her legacy thrives and the fund has raised almost $500,000. To this date, the fund is largely run by her family and friends.

Coen was a stay-at-home mother of three, who experienced first-hand the financial hardships brought on by cancer.

Her husband took a good amount of time off work while she was sick, to take her for treatment.

“We all tried to pitch in, but we all had jobs too; most of the time, it was left up to (him) to take her and it was really hard

on them, financially,” KC’s vice president and Kate’s niece, Jen Haines-Brett said.

“But when she started to meet people she was going through chemotherapy with, she’d hear how horrible it was for them. She met a woman who was a hairdresser and a single mother. She used to take the bus or subway for chemotherapy and would go to work right after.

“Time she should have spent with her son was spent at work trying to pay bills. That was sickening to my aunt.”

Haines-Brett says Coen’s death still stings. She kept many of Coen’s emails and goes through them every once in awhile. Coen referred to Haines-Brett as her ‘little sis’, ‘friend’ and ‘daughter’.

“She was a very special person,” Haines-Brett said. “She was kind of my hero. She was only 12 years older than me and she lived with my parents for quite some time. She was more like a sister

and became my best friend. She talked to everyone; whether you wanted to or not, you made a friend by the time you left. She would try to make a party out of everything. Nothing really sums her up.”

‘Time she should have spent with her son was spent at work trying to pay bills. That was sickening to my aunt.’

Kelly Pickard-Lefterys, a longtime friend and current president of the fund, also taught Coen’s oldest child at school.

“The people she really connected with were these other women, like herself, who were going through chemo,” she said.

“She was someone who didn’t leave it to someone else to step in. She was very action oriented.

She tried to take a very difficult experience and create some meaning out of it.”

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“She firmly found her faith later in life,” Haines-Brett said.

“I could never understand how she could be so positive about her prognosis. It made me sick. She wanted to help every person she could. Se was a people person and involved in everyone’s life.”

The fund will host its 10th annual pub night May 14 at Newmarket Community Centre and Lions Hall, at 200 Doug Duncan Dr. Pogo Rodeo, featuring Barenaked Ladies drummer Tyler Stewart and Newmarket High School graduates Tom Gibson and Derek and Duncan Swain, will perform.

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