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Plans for the Yonge Street subway extension continue to come into focus, but there is little immediate hope for the $3.1 billion needed to build it. The region’s rapid transit board received the final conceptual study for the project last week, something that gives Metrolinx cost-confidence when it comes to assessing it, Viva president Mary-Frances Turner said. The report includes comments from Markham, Vaughan and Richmond Hill regarding the 7.42-km extension from Finch Avenue to Hwy. 7, Viva chief engineer Paul May said. Refinements include: • Ditching a planned station at Royal Orchard Boulevard in Thornhill, citing a lack of development and ridership potential. Projections show by 2031, it would see only 340 riders an hour at peak, two-thirds of what’s now at the TTC’s least-used station, Bessarion. Cutting the station saves about $100 million. • Adding a three-bay bus loop at Clark Station in Thornhill while reducing the number of bus bays required underground at Steeles from 25 to 16. • There have been preliminary discussions with Centrepoint Mall, just south of Steeles Avenue, about using some of its land for a bus terminal instead of the current design, which sees a concourse level underSee REGION, page A8.

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York Region chairperson Bill Fisch was appointed by council in 2003, 2006 and 2010, but some local councils are now debating if the public should elect the chairperson.

MPP tables bill calling for elected regional leader BY DAVID FLEISCHER AND TERESA LATCHFORD

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Changing the process for selecting a regional chairperson is an issue that seems to be gaining traction in York Region and elsewhere. The regional chairperson is currently elected by regional council at its inaugural meeting and chairperson Bill Fisch was unanimously appointed by York Region council in 2003, 2006 and 2010. However, some politicians want to see the public choose the chairperson. After researching the process Halton and Waterloo undertook to come to electing rather than appointing their regional chairpersons, Newmarket Ward 3 Councillor Jane Twinney asked her fellow council members to endorse the current private member’s bill, known as Bill 60, tabled at Queen’s Park by Richmond Hill MPP Reza Moridi. Council supported her motion. Mr. Moridi’s bill, tabled last week, calls on the province to amend the Ontario Municipal Act, allowing an election to be the means by which the York regional chairperson is selected.

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“The (chairperson) of York Region is in charge of a huge budget and yet is not accountable to residents,” Mr. Moridi said. While that might have been acceptable when the region’s population was smaller, it’s not something that makes sense when there’s more than one million residents, he said. A similar bill was tabled by former MPP David Caplan in 2010, aimed at the chairpersons of every region in the province, but gained little traction. There’s more of an appetite now, Mr. Moridi said, especially among voters who don’t necessarily think about the mandate to pick the regional chairperson when they cast a vote for their local regional councillor or mayor. Even if the province passes Mr. Moridi’s bill, the process of changing to an elected chair-

person isn’t over. Approving the new system requires a triple majority of support from regional council and a majority of lower-tier councils representing a majority of residents. The province gave Durham Region the power to elect its own chairperson last year and the first hurdle en route to making that a reality has now been cleared. Durham regional council approved the idea last week and the matter is now in the hands of local councils. Durham held a referendum in 2010 in which residents overwhelmingly supported having an elected chairperson. See DURHAM, page A11.

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It only takes three hours to change the world. For the fifth year, the Citizenship and Immigration Ministry is calling on Ontario’s youths to donate time to change the world, one hour at a time. Sunday marks the launch of the annual Ontario Youth Volunteer Challenge, through which youths are called upon to volunteer about three hours in three weeks. Students can use the challenge hours as part of their community involvement requirement to graduate high school. Last year, more than 14,900 young people volunteered across the province, logging more than 69,800 hours in three weeks, YorkInfo program assistant Liz Jefferson said. That was about a 40-per-cent increase in volunteers over the 2010 campaign. “This challenge is a way for nonprofit organizations and students to find each other and make synergy,” Ms Jefferson said. “This is about celebrating our volunteers.” There are more than 70 volunteer opportunities across the region listed at YorkInfo, a community information and volunteer database. But volunteering isn’t limited to traditional opportunities, such as office work. There is a slew of creative design opportunities, including website and poster design and running an event.

“Volunteering isn’t about doing unpaid labour,” Ms Jefferson said. “It is about using your skills do to valuable work. If you have fun doing it, why not do it for an organization that could use the help?” Known as virtual volunteering, more and more organizations are turning to youths to help with their online and social media presence. Volunteering is also the perfect opportunity to learn skills you might not gain in the classroom or even at a part-time job. “If you have a part-time job, you won’t learn more than those skills to do the job,” YorkInfo volunteer services co-ordinator Kelly Towsley said. “But there is a different skill set when it comes to running an event or designing something. And those skills, you can build upon.” Youths are encouraged to sign up for the challenge through YorkInfo and select a volunteer opportunity. The organization will track your hours. At the end of the challenge, those who participate and complete their hours will earn a certificate. “But it is more than resume building and just doing the hours for school,” Ms Jefferson said. “Volunteering is a way to link with the community about issues that make you happy.”

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Jewelry labour of love for craftsman Old School A periodic series on people who keep old-fashioned craftsmanship alive BY CHRIS TRABER

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eter Vinczer looks every part the suave and charming European master jeweller and minter whose international clients include political, religious, military and corporate leaders. Attired in a three-piece suit and tie, with silver hair winging jauntily from under a navy blue beret, he exudes an elegant confidence and quiet humility. On the cusp of 75, the Keswick resident is renowned for his design and crafting of exquisite personal and decorative ornaments, coins and insignia and his restorative skills on antique artifacts and timepieces. His kind eyes squint and a humble smile forms under a debonair pencil moustache when discussion focuses on him being named a Knight of Malta in 1999, his Canadian Maltese Charitable Service Trust, an organization he co-founded in 1994 to help people ravaged by war and natural disasters, and his shotokan karate skills, marksmanship and inherent altruism. “Heritage is the most important thing,” Mr. Vinczer said quietly, looking at his adult son, Atilla, and sweeping his hand over an array of completed jewelry and works in progress at his factory and workshop in Newmarket. Family and giving back trump the fine one-of-a-kind treasures he creates. Still, the museum quality of his work, he admitted, is a significant part of a legacy that began in Kanizsa, Hungary. His father left for war while Mr. Vinczer was boy. At 14, he began learning the art of jewelry making to support his mother and, at 21, he passed the stringent master jeweller exams. Shortly after, he married Katalin Szilner and founded Aurometal in Szabadka, in the former Yugoslavia, leading a team of 45 craftspeople. Brimming with creativity and knowing innovation was the key to success in any profession, he moved his young family to Opatija, Yugoslavia, then Vienna, Austria and Italy. He studied the art of glass powder enameling at the Hungarian Mint. All the while, he learned the lost art of intricate Moretti jewelry, becoming the only artisan in the country with the skill. Yugoslavian President Josip Broz Tito and his wife, Jovanka, heard of Mr. Vinczer’s artistry and commissioned him to reproduce an 1841 gift set originally presented to a Russian czar. The young craftsman’s cachet was growing. So were the clouds of war and political unrest. He weighed his options for safe haven and decided to immigrate to Canada with his wife and three children in 1973. He recalled with a chuckle how he opened his first retail store on Toronto’s posh Bloor Street. He spoke little English, but his talents translated into a flourishing business.

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Master jeweller, mint maker and artifact designer Peter Vinczer lives in Keswick and works from a shop in Newmarket. Mr. Vinczer has designed unique pieces for political and business leaders in Canada and Europe. anniversary of the Titanic’s sinking. In his adopted land, Mr. Vinczer has crafted more than 400 badges, medals and insignia for the Canadian Armed Forces. Many, infused with the ancient glass powder enameling process, will last forever, he said proudly. Inferior products decorated with paints will eventually fade, he noted. He is as meticulous in keeping a photographic record of his art as he is in crafting it.

He won contracts to design and mint commemorative coins and medallions for several provincial tourist attractions and hospitality organizations. His silver coins, marking the 1984 visit of Pope John Paul II to Canada, won him praise from bishops worldwide. He has designed coins commemorating Switzerland’s 700th anniversary and, most recently, created a $5 Republic of Somaliland coin recognizing the 100th

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Albums display the ornate and delicate details of bracelets, rings, brooches, ceremonial chains and medals and church artifacts. He displays a woman’s ring, resplendent with a pearl, encircled by diamonds, atop a collar of enameled and weaved cord, set on gold and sterling silver. “This was a created from an original,” he said, cradling the band in his steady hand. “A lady had the one ring, but two daughters. She wanted to give both the

same ring. “No one else could do this. Notice that the twisted strands never touch each other.” He retrieves a pair of packages and carefully unwraps them to reveal two daggers, one twice the size of the other. Adorned with impossibly detailed motifs in relief, precious and semi-precious stones on the handles and scabbard, the weapons are showpieces, examples of his early work, he said. Asked the value, he again smiles. “I start with a vision, think about it, sketch the design and begin to make it,” he said. “I don’t remember the time or the fee per hour, the cost of the stones and metal. “The value is the challenge and knowing it’s something no one else can reproduce. Maybe it’s worth someone’s annual salary.” His son begs to differ. “It’s priceless,” Atilla said with a glint of pride. Diplomatically, Mr. Vinczer declined to state which of his plethora of creations is his favourite. Instead, he opts to suggest silver, with its malleable charms and strengths, is his preferred metal. Clear white diamonds are his favoured stone. His factory is equipped with powerful stereoscope microscopes, welders and pantograph machines that trace large coin models into 8-to-1 ratio copies for casting and minting. “My most important tools are my hands, eyes and brain in combination,” he said sagely. He is the inventor of minted watch dials, most recently turning the Canadian dollar coin into a watch, with the permission of the Royal Canadian Mint. He also creates unique musical clocks. He enjoys his self-imposed task as a keeper of old world craftsmanship. The ancient trades are getting lost, he said. Nowadays, many jewelers specialize in only one aspect of production. Originality is rare. Copying and mass production are the standard. He wants to pass the torch and share his 66 years of experience. Atilla is a tool and die specialist who helps his father. His son Steven, 11, has an artistic flair and may be the prodigy. Retirement isn’t part of Mr. Vinczer’s lexicon. He continues to work, sometimes seven days a week. The factory and workshop remain private. Old world will soon meet new age retail. Atilla will launch a website, canmint.com, this summer, to showcase and sell coins and other work by his father. Mr. Vinczer wants to create a major legacy piece to give to a heritage museum. Father and son are in discussions with the Prime Minister’s Office through Newmarket-Aurora MP Lois Brown, they said. The dapper gent peers skyward and hints with lyrical gestures. “I am thinking of a piece with each provincial and territorial flower,” he said. “Something that represents Canada, its native Canadian people, all Canadians. Something original and lasting.”

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Catholic arts gears up for new year Additional information about the school or open house is available at http://sml.ycdsb.ca/ or by calling The only regional arts program for Catho- 905-889-4816. BY KIM ZARZOUR

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lic elementary school students is opening its doors this weekend to show off its talent, a precursor to moving to new digs come September. St. Michael Catholic Academy will hold an open house Sunday, 1 to 3 p.m. at its temporary location, 150 Henderson Ave. The school moves back to its former location, and a completely rebuilt facility, by fall. Located just a few blocks away from Arts@ Baythorn — York Region’s only regional arts program for public elementary school students that was nearly closed down this year — the separate school also faced an uncertain future until it was handed $7,681,000 for a massive renovation. The Simonston Boulevard building was one of three Catholic schools in the Bayview Avenue and John Street area of Thornhill struggling with declining enrolment and deteriorating facilities. Under pressure from the community, the board’s accommodation review committee agreed to rebuild the school, renovate St. Anthony Catholic Elementary and create a science-tech program at St. René Goupil-St. Luke. St. Michael’s new school, scheduled to open in September, will be a state-of-the-art facility with a dedicated arts wing, specialized instrumental and vocal music classrooms, an arts hall for gatherings and displays and a large dance classroom opening directly on to the stage. The school offers about 280 minutes of arts programming per week, taught by specialist teachers in grades 4 to 8, in addition to the traditional academic curriculum.

Unlike Baythorn’s arts program, which faced scrutiny and accusations of elitism because admission is dependent on workshop-style auditions, admission to St. Michael is open to any student in York who qualifies for admission to a York Catholic elementary school. While there are no auditions, principal Susan MacDonald said students may undergo an interview process and report cards are reviewed to ensure the school is a good match. “Successful students are those who have strong learning skills and a passion for the arts,” she said. Because the program runs on a rotary schedule, it helps if students are independent and motivated. Because the board does not provide transportation, the school tends to serve the southern part of the region, she said. Sunday’s open house will feature performances and exhibits by the school’s 360 students, an overview of its kindergarten to Grade 8 programs and information packages for parents/guardians interested in registering their child for classes, starting in September. “Students will have the opportunity to develop their academic skills and enhance their artistic abilities in an exceptional environment,” Ms MacDonald said. “It’s truly amazing to see the enthusiasm and talent students can develop when given the opportunity to excel.”

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Time to get drivers to slow down ISSUE: York Region politicians considering several safety measures for our roads.

Bernie O’Neill

eaders from nearly every community in the region were swift to criticize the Region of York’s proposal last week to harmonize and lower speed limits on many of its 50 roadways. Speed limits and their effect on highway and road safety has been the centre of much debate over the years and as more vehicles crowd our often congested road system, it will continue to be a factor. It’s interesting that while many readers are vehemently opposed to lowering and harmonizing speed limits on regional roads, a YRMG online poll showed 53 per cent of respondents are in favour of red light cameras at busy intersections. That’s another safety initiative under consideration this month by York Region politicians in an ongoing effort to improve driving habits and prevent serious injury on our roads. While many commuters point to extreme frustration when it comes to speed limits and snarled traffic, we are increasingly becoming a society of really bad drivers who ignore speed limits, sail through red lights and race along roads without much regard for others. Massive growth in the region — and on our roads — during the past 10 years has led to further frustration and impatience on our daily commutes. That puts us all in danger. We’ve seen the craziness out there while driving to work, heading to the arena or enjoying a weekend stroll; motorists weaving in and out of traffic to get to the head of the line, drivers whizzing through yellow and red lights and speeding along rural roadways, without concern for hidden driveways, approaching intersections and dangerous bends. It’s time for us to slow down and if the only way to get us to do that is through stricter enforcement and harmonized speed limits, it’s worth the effort and investment. As one example, City of Toronto data shows a 50-per-cent reduction in right angle collisions — commonly known as T-bone crashes — after red light cameras were installed. “That is the most severe collision you can have,” York Regional Police Staff Sgt. Brad Bulmer said. “If you get struck in the door in a collision, you are going to have very serious, if not fatal injuries. Anywhere else on the vehicle, not so much.” Between 2008 and 2010, there were 2,785 T-bone collisions on regional roads. About 32 per cent of those crashes resulted in drivers being injured or killed. The region approved a new policy for assessing speed limits last year since speed is the top contributing factor in crashes. Regional chairperson Bill Fisch is convinced the cost of red light cameras is worth the investment, adding it will work in the region’s favour if an offender tells a neighbour he has been fined. After all, who can put a price on the cost of a life? Mr. Fisch also rejected the notion these cameras are a “cash grab”, arguing if driving behaviour is improved, the region will be a safer place. In fact, we lag behind others, with six Ontario municipalities — Toronto, Peel, Halton and Waterloo, Hamilton and Ottawa — operating red light camera programs. York decided not to participate in a pilot project in 2000, choosing to wait for the introduction of new digital camera technology. That was more than a decade ago and now it’s clearly time to get on board as more and more motorists continue to disobey traffic signals. And with the onset of distractions, such as texting and talking on cellphones while driving, the problem will only grow worse. While many commuters are not happy with efforts to slow us down, speed is the unrefuted No. 1 safety concern on our roads and it needs to be addressed.

BOTTOM LINE: You may not be happy with it, but slowing down will save lives.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Councillor’s antics show lack of respect My husband and I watched a recent Newmarket council meeting on TV and were saddened and disappointed by the antics of Councillor Maddie Di Muccio. Her frequent interruptions and displays of temper were a total contravention of what a fair and thoughtful democratic process should be. She seemed to imply if her points of view were not accepted, then everyone was wrong and “against her”. The final straw came at the end of the meeting when she completely lost her composure, got up and left council chambers. So much for respect for public discourse. Her willful petulance throughout the meeting demonstrated a complete lack of understanding of what it truly means to be a mature, thoughtful representative of the citizens of Ward 6.

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Aurora mayor’s comment disgusting, not funny An open letter to Aurora Mayor Geoffrey Dawe. During the March 27, 2012 televised council meeting, you stated, “And I’ve also stopped beating my wife”. If your comment is accurate, I feel terribly sorry for your wife and an assault charge may be appropriate. If this was an example of your ill humour and/or you were being sexist, you should be ashamed of yourself and should issue a public apology to every Aurora resident and every woman and family that has fallen victim to such a despicable crime. As for your smirk following your comment, only you know what that meant. Sadly, following your statement, a councillor can be heard laughing in the background. Councillor Sandra Humfryes appeared annoyed, not by your declaration/comment, but, rather with Councillor Chris Ballard for asking a tough question. It is shocking not one member of council raised an objection to your disgusting statement, reflecting poorly on the entire community. Perhaps the others were shocked by your inappropriateness, leaving them speechless or their silence indicates they saw no harm in your disgusting statement. Please remember, during a televised council meeting, you are not sitting in your living room with your friends. You are sitting in our living rooms with our friends, neigh-

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Registry helped RCMP track down smugglers Re: Criminals will get guns no matter the law, letter to the editor by Louis Lalumiere, March 30. It is important to correct Mr. Lalumiere’s claim there is no supporting evidence for the long gun registry. The RCMP prepared a report with a long list of successes resulting from use of this registry, including helping them track down gun smugglers, arresting gun thieves, preventing suicides and much more. Interestingly, the Stephen Harper government failed to release it before the bill to end the registry came before Parliament. There is also a misconception about the costs of the registry. The ongoing cost was less than the cost of running the Prime Minister’s Office and this cost could have been offset by a few dollars a year from gun owners for the privilege of owning a killing machine. The initial cost of the registry was inflated due to background checks on gun owners. While costly, it did fund our law enforcement agencies in doing what most people would consider a worthwhile job: checking to make sure dangerous weapons are not licensed to people who are risks to society or themselves. Does Mr. Lalumiere feel safe knowing this valuable data on his neighbours was destroyed rather than turned over to the provinces? The letter cited examples of where registered weapons were used in crimes. By this flawed logic, you could argue why do we have driving licences and license plates on our cars when licenced drivers have been known to kill people? Another fact not fully debated is the easing of controls and traceability for semi-automatic weapons and weapons designed to fire armour-piercing bullets. Ending the registry and scrapping the valuable data gathered at taxpayer expense is a travesty. Suicide rates dropped dramatically after the introduction of the registry, as did the use of guns in domestic violence. I hope Newmarket-Aurora MP Lois Brown can sleep at night

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Re: Council considers 5 sites for youth centre, April 4. Two locations being considered for the Aurora youth centre are just not accessible for the youth ages 12 to 18 if they are supposed to use this facility, as I assume they are. The Stronach Centre on Wellington Street is not accessible via transit Sundays as York Region Transit has zero service, meaning kids need a ride to get there. The Family Leisure Complex on Industrial Parkway is even worse. Only a couple of buses run during rush hour. Other than that, there is zero bus service. Not everyone has access to a vehicle and the kids need to be able to get back and forth easily. A more central location, such as Yonge Street and Wellington or elsewhere near the Yonge line is more considerate for everyone. I am shocked this has not even been considered. Isn’t this facility supposed to be for the kids?

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Planned projects will cost taxpayers It would seem Newmarket taxpayers got more than we bargained for in the past municipal election. Within roughly three square kilometres, we are faced with development at Glenway, Slessor Square and Yonge and Millard, plus a massive new regional building at Yonge and Eagle streets, with more planned in the future. All these projects will tax our aquifer and add at least 50,000 cars on our already overcrowded roads. We’ve seen and will see more water rate increases to offset the developers’ costs. I am not anti-growth, but this growth needs to be sustainable long-term and must protect the interests of residents. Building at this level does not accomplish this. As I said to Newmarket-Aurora MPP Frank Klees a few years ago, in my mind, government exists to protect us from predators. Instead, it has become one. We need to take a stand and say no. We also need to have the province repeal the Places To Grow intensification act.

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feel for the lowly penny — to be taken out of production, Ottawa announced last week, after centuries of quiet dedication to making commerce happen. Kind of makes you feel like a brand from your youth has gone bankrupt or been mothballed. Still, perhaps the time has come. The government claims it is costing taxpayers 1.6 cents to make the 1-cent coin that nobody seems to want, nevertheless the mint has been churning out more than 800 million pennies a year. (Thank goodness someone noticed before we bankrupted the treasury minting pennies that cost closer to two pennies to make — this is just my two cents on the matter.) Meanwhile, nobody seems that excited about getting pennies in their change at the coffee shop, corner store or bulk barn, which are among the few places where pennies still hold currency. You pick it up because it would almost seem like littering to leave it there on the counter. You accept it because you don’t want to plunge you and the teenager at the cash into an accounting dilemma that will hold up all the caffeine addicts in the line behind you. They’ll be fumbling for pennies in their pockets and pocketbooks, thinking of throwing them at you. (A new role for the penny — as weapon!) You don’t want to place pennies in the tips jar because you’ll look like a bum — you’re not exactly putting a struggling restaurant worker through college on that kind of generosity — but sometimes you do and add a couple of quarters or a loonie for good measure just as a thank you for taking the pennies off your hands. That’s how people seem to feel about pennies these days, even guys like me who can remember when pennies were worth something and you could buy penny candies — they were chewy and colourful and I think they were called mojos — or a Coke for exactly 17 cents. You can’t really buy anything with a penny anymore and they just seem to clutter up your pockets or litter corners in your car, the top of your dresser, the top of the fridge, or sit in a jar somewhere, hundreds of little pictures of the Queen on one side, maple leaves on the other, under glass. Somebody told me one time it’s illegal to throw out pennies and that has stuck with me all these years, even though I don’t even know if it’s true. Maybe it should be illegal, for if you think of all the coins and bills as something of a set of tools or maybe members of a team, the penny had a vital role to play. Trying to sell a car, but $20,000 just sounded like too much? Let’s sell it for $19,999.99. Problem solved. Trying to sell a juicer, bread maker or knife set on TV? Sure, you could sell it for $60, but tell people it’s three easy payments of $19.99 — taxes included — and you’ll sell a lot more. You give me a $20 bill and I get to give you some change — yes, a penny, but it’s change nonetheless, and I also give you the item you’ve purchased and everyone is happy. Of course I know that with electronic commerce nowadays, dollars and cents don’t really change hands the way they used to and you don’t need an actual penny to make any of these transactions — they are just numbers on a sheet of paper or a screen. I sometimes feel like the penny didn’t have good PR, say the way the dime (so slim and shiny, yet useful as a replacement for a screwdriver), the nickel (so cute, with the beaver), the quarter (handsome, with the caribou, and handy, at one time anyway, for phone callst). Then the bird-engraved loonie came along — such a catchy name, followed by the toonie, twice as catchy. Unfortunately, all I can think of for the penny would be the puny. I’d never make it in PR.

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Georgina Lee has a history with pennies. Now that federal Finance Minister Jim Flaherty will make the Canadian penny history later this year, the executive director of the Moving Forward Foundation wants to put the one-cent coins to good use. The Richmond Hill-based non-profit organization has launched a penny project in support of its Next Step Program, a micro-loan initiative designed to assist our marginalized neighbours get back on their feet. “Ever since the government announced the coin would be taken out of circulation, I have been dreaming about pennies,” Ms Lee said. Actually, her fascination with the power of the puny penny began years earlier at a mall, where patrons tossed coins into fountain. She was meeting with management, providing a quote as a shipping executive and noticed buckets of pennies in the corner. She learned the fountain was routinely cleaned and the coins collected. Mall management offered the coins to charities but found no takers. “There was about $4,000 worth of pennies that no one wanted,” she said.

Ms Lee has a thought for your pennies. While they don’t amount to much individually, collective they add up. And who doesn’t have a stash of coppers at home? “If everyone were to dust off their penny jar and donate it, we think the results would be great,” she said. “We don’t have a target, but our expectations are high.” The penny project will help underwrite the organization’s program offering interestfree micro-loans to at risk, low-income and vulnerable individuals and families as they rebuild or gain control of their lives in York Region. The program is offered to male and female residents and the loans can be used in combination for expenses such as rent, utilities, furniture, moving costs and other hidden expenses associated with starting over. All clients are referred to the program through existing York Region agencies. Since it’s inception in February 2011, more than $60,000 in loans have been made and 90 per cent are being paid back on time each month, Ms. Lee said. More than 60 applications are on a waiting list. The foundation is marshaling volunteers and suppliers to distribute and collect donation containers throughout the region.

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Plans continue for the Yonge Street subway extension, but it’s not clear where the money to pay for it will come from.

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up to Steeles. The proposed extension would be entirely underground except for one segment north of Centre Street in Thornhill. Where Yonge now dips into the valley, there would be a new bridge, with the subway running on the lower, closed level over a re-naturalized East Don River. Thornhill resident Marion Matthias asked the board members — including Richmond Hill Mayor Dave Barrow, Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti and Vaughan Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua — to reconsider their decision on Royal Orchard. Even a simple, walk-up station would be a great benefit for local seniors, who would have far to go to reach the next-nearest stations, she said. Mr. Scarpitti echoed her concerns, saying more entry points make for a more successful system. Addressing the region’s finance committee earlier in the day, treasurer Bill Hughes noted the recent penny-pinching provincial budget does not bode well for future investments in municipal infrastructure. “If you look at what this budget means, it’s not good news for the Yonge subway,” he said. On the other hand, Metrolinx is set to release its investment strategy by mid-2013, regional chairperson Bill Fisch pointed out. At that point, it will be up to residents and politicians to decide whether they want to get behind measures like a transit-focused sales tax or road tolls to get the subway and other projects back on track.

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As with York Region, Durham has an urban south and rural north. Mr. Fisch has argued the chairperson position provides an important counter-balance to the sway held by Richmond Hill, Markham and Vaughan. In Durham, smaller municipalities, such as Scugog and Uxbridge, may yet decide they’d rather not cede power to the likes of Pickering and Ajax. The balance argument isn’t one that necessarily holds sway, Mr. Moridi said, and once elected, the chairperson would have to represent everyone, no matter from where the votes come. Though the chairperson’s power differs somewhat from a mayor’s — he only votes at council if there’s a tie, for example — he is, nonetheless, effectively the region’s mayor, Mr. Moridi said. While the Newmarket motion received the thumbs up from the majority of council, Mayor Tony Van Bynen, Regional Councillor John Taylor and Ward 5 Councillor Joe Sponga were opposed due to two concerns. Mr. Taylor wanted to defer the decision until the bill before the legislature had run its course or the town had public input. “Public consultation is very important and I think it is important to hear what constituents have to say before making a decision to support it or not,” Mr. Taylor said. “I think the public would have strong opinions.” Mr. Sponga agreed with Mr. Taylor and voiced his concern voters in the more populous southern por-

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REZA MORIDI: Richmond Hill MPP wants York Region chairperson elected. tion of the region would have the greatest say in electing the chairperson. Mr. Van Bynen suggested a referendum, although he wasn’t sure an elected chairperson would improve the current process. An election could raise the profile of regional council, not only bringing more attention to its role, but also engaging citizens throughout the election process, Ward 1 Councillor Tom Vegh said. Late last month, Markham council debated its own motion regarding electing the chairperson, tabled by Regional Councillor Jim Jones. After a long discussion, councillors agreed they needed more information and the debate will begin anew in May. “I just thought it was time,” Mr. Jones said. “I don’t know why we go through a whole election and then the (chairperson) gets elected by just 11 (regional councillors).”

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3 York schools honoured for green thinking BY TERESA LATCHFORD

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York Region District School Board honoured green thinkers through its annual environmental recognition and awards program. The board presented awards to Newmarket’s Crossland Public School, Richmond Hill’s Bayview Secondary School, King City Secondary School and the plant, energy and environmental services department. The program is open to all public schools and departments. It is sponsored by the board’s eco-team and was developed to support the board’s environmental policy while promoting the 4 Rs: rethink, reuse, reduce and recycle. This year, applicants were asked to demonstrate their effort in strengthening partnerships, for example, by working with another school or the community at large.

OUTDOOR MEMORIAL Crossland created an outdoor classroom as a memorial to a teacher who died suddenly in 2011. The circle garden became a catalyst for the students’ healing process and brought the school together to remember and celebrate a life, principal Gregory McClelland said. The project involved the school, its council and eco club, Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario and other members of the greater school community. The eco club maintains the garden. Bayview took on a number of initiatives over the course of the year that culminated in an Earth festival, eco team leader Sally Joyce said. Human rights and environmental organizations from across the province hosted workshops at the school to help staff and students understand social and environmental issues on a deeper level. The idea is to encourage school community activism through direct engagement with community and non-governmental organizations and artists promoting care and respect for the environment. “The facilitators are grassroots organizations that are local and some that come from as far as Ottawa or London (Ontario),” Ms Joyce said. “Earth Day has really turned into Earth Week, setting the tone for what issues we will be talking about all year.” The school held fair trade bazaars during which non-govern-

‘Earth Day has really turned into Earth Week, setting the tone for what issues we will be talking about all year.’ Sally Joyce

Bayview Secondary School

mental organizations sold items and shared information about their projects overseas. School clubs, such as Free The Children, STOP Human Trafficking and working initiatives for Haiti, along with the art department, promoted or exhibited their work, Ms Joyce said. The school held an organic cafe, no-sweat fashion show, powwow, tree planting, garbage pickup and litter-less lunch days, made bed mats from milk bags for Haiti, completed a bird nesting program, reduced energy consumption, discouraged idling and promoted use of reusable water bottles and recycling. The King City green team focused on improving waste management.

LITTERLESS LUNCH WEEK To draw attention to the issue, the team kicked off the year with a litterless lunch week and held others throughout the school year to remind students and staff of the importance of reducing waste. To increase participation, students competed in trivia contests and were rewarded with cafeteria vouchers during these weeks. The team also conducts waste audits and the results are presented to the school through announcements and display cases. The audits came about after the group met with the board’s plant services department and Aurora’s CleanRiver Recycling Solutions to help understand waste management in a school setting and create best practices for all secondary schools. In collaboration with the school’s art council, a large environment mural is on display in the cafeteria to act as a visual reminder of the value of Earth and the need to take personal action. The board’s plant, energy and environmental services department worked with the education and energy ministries to deploy

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Bayview Secondary School Eco Team leaders Jeffery Chan and Rachel Shan show off about 100 plastic water bottles to show how much space they take up. Billions of these bottles are used every day and discarded in landfills. Toxic chemicals used in their production leeches into the groundwater. The students were honoured by the York District School Board for their environmental awareness. eight photovoltaic systems, one hybrid voltaic solar wall system and two solar wall systems in 11 schools across the region. Under the green schools pilot initiative, plant services proposed a hybrid electric thermal energy generation project. In competition with schools

from across Ontario, Richmond Hill’s Red Maple Public School was chosen to participate in the initiative. Another proposal led to Markham’s David Suzuki Public School, Newmarket’s Dr. John M. Denison Secondary School, Newmarket High School and Keswick’s Jersey Public School being selected

for a photovoltaic electricity generation project. The department secured provincial funding for renewable energy projects at Maple’s Nellie McClung Public School, Thornhill’s Bayview Fairways Public School, Unionville High School, Vaughan Secondary School, Richmond Hill High School and Keswick High School.

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Tealicious is Sunday, 2 to 4 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Valley Golf Course, 4 Pinnacle Tr., Aurora. An afternoon tea filled with fun and friendship supporting Belinda’s Place. For tickets, visit belindasplace.ca

Find some treasure A spring bazaar is Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Southlake Residential Care Village, 640 Grace St., Newmarket. The rummage sale will feature crafts, jewelry, art and baked goods.

Dance with friends A Mix It Up pre-teen video dance party is Friday, 7 to 10 p.m. at the Holland Landing Community Centre, 19513 Yonge St. There will be dance contests and prizes. There will be staff supervision. For tickets, e-mail mixitup@hotmail. com or call 647-226-7337.

Help kids in need

The Children’s Champion Gala is Saturday, 6:30 p.m. at Roman Palace, 1096 Ringwell Dr., Newmarket. York Region Abuse Program hosts the 15th annual gala featuring talent from several regional high schools, dinner, dancing and live entertainment. For tickets, visit yrap.ca

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The schoolHOUSE season finale concert is Saturday, 7 p.m. at the Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church St. Catch Judy Marshak on the ukulele, David Partridge and the Postcard Comets. There will also be special guest performances. Visit auroraculturalcentre.ca

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Personal experience led Derek Lawrence to a life of volunteering. The 82-year-old Holland Landing resident and longtime Newmarket Prostate Cancer Support Group volunteer plans to continue to raise awareness and educate the public on the importance of screening. Not only does he volunteer with the local support group that he founded and chaired for two years, he also counsels men and their families to provide comfort and help them navigate treatments. “I don’t want guys to ignore it and they have to understand it is serious,” he said. “Unlike women, men generally don’t listen to their bodies or visit the doctor as often as they should.” He continues to spread the word that a simple blood test and exam save lives. After ignoring a few symptoms and skipping an annual physical examination, Mr. Lawrence was diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer in 1995. For the past 17 years, he has been on hormone treatments, but is fully aware he will never be rid of it. In 2005, his cancer had wrapped itself around his spine, leading to major back surgery. When he received his diagnosis, the severity didn’t set in because he was placed on a waiting list to undergo treatment. However, on his quest for more information, he contacted a few organizations, through See LAWRENCE, page B3.

LOCAL HERO What is a local hero? It’s our way of recognizing someone, a “regular” person, who has inspired you, be it with one small, selfless act or by living a life that makes a positive impact on others. Nominate your local hero by e-mailing Teresa Latchford at tlatchford@yrmg.com

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Derek Lawrence is a longtime Newmarket Prostate Cancer Support Group volunteer.

Town rejects code of conduct expert BY TERESA LATCHFORD

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Newmarket’s code of conduct investigations will continue to go through the CAO’s office, rather than an outside consultant. CAO Bob Shelton requested council approve a $50,000 withdrawal from the efficiency fund to allow him to delegate code of conduct issues to an independent consultant when needed. Due to the town’s current priorities, Mr. Shelton said code complaints would be more efficiently dealt with by a consultant. “With the legislation some of these (code of conduct issues) deal with, a specialty or expertise in the subject is required to deal with it,” community services commissioner Rob Prentice said in Mr. Shelton’s absence. Ward 7 Councillor Chris Emanuel and

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Ward 3 Councillor Jane Twinney stated they would need to know how many complaints are taxing the CAO’s office before approving such an expense. Ward 6 Councillor Maddie DiMuccio made it clear she would not support the request because the town already has

human resources employees who should be experts dealing with the complaints. With a lack of support for the request, Mr. Emanuel suggested taking on a review of the current code of conduct, as he feels it is outdated. “I would rather look at revising the code of conduct before venturing down this road, although this road may be inevitable,” he said. A look at what other municipalities have done would be helpful while revising the current code, Regional Councillor John Taylor said. He also suggested it be discussed in a special committee of the whole meeting with nothing else on the agenda. Staff pointed out the current policy See COMPLAINTS, page B3.

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Bring your pet to the Doane House Hospice Pet-Tastic Show on April 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Newmarket Community Centre and Lions Hall (200 Doug Duncan Drive). Admission is $5. Free for children under 12 years of age and adults over 65 years. Call 905-967-0259 for information.

))) Joint Council Committee

))) Used Book Sale at the Library

))) Council Monday, April 16, 2012 at 7 p.m. Regular Council Meetings are broadcast on Newmarket Television (Rogers 10).

))) Committee of the Whole

(Central York Fire Services) Tuesday, May 1, 2012 at 10:30 a.m. at the Town of Aurora

))) Site Plan Review Committee Site Plan Review Committee meetings will only proceed if an application has been received. Contact the Planning Department at 905-895-5193.

))) Proclamations The Town of Newmarket proclaims: •April 15-21,2012 as “National Volunteer Week” •April 2012 as “Daffodil Month” •April 2012 as “Ontario Youth Volunteer Challenge month”

WHAT’S ON ))) Last Chance to Register for Spring Programs Register today. Spots are still available to attend spring recreation programs. Visit www.newmarket.ca or call 905-895-5193 for more information.

))) Friday Night Social Dance The next dance is on April 13, from 8 to 11 p.m. at the Newmarket Seniors’ Meeting Place (474 Davis Drive). Cost is $5 for members and $6 for guests. Door prizes, spot dances, cash bar, light refreshments, and loads of fun. For more information call 905-953-5325.

))) 2012 Earth Day Community Tree Planting Event The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority and the Town of Newmarket, supported by the Suncor Energy Foundation and Earth Day Canada, are hosting a community tree planting event on May 6 at George Richardson Park (Bayview Parkway), from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. The event will include tree planting, a variety of family activities, a BBQ, displays and entertainment. For more information contact 905-895-1281 or visit www.LSRCA.on.ca.

))) Country Garden Mystery Bus Tour The Newmarket Seniors’ Meeting Place hosts a Country Garden Mystery Bus Tour on June 8. Trip includes coach bus, shopping, sightseeing and lunch. Cost is $76 for members and $81 for guests. The bus will depart from the Seniors’ Meeting Place (474 Davis Dr.) at 8:45 a.m. (for those who take public transit and taxis) and Ray Twinney Recreation Complex (100 Eagle Street W., west parking lot) at 9 a.m. Returns approx. 5 p.m. Book by May 7. Call 905-953-5325 for more information.

Register today for 10 weekly classes beginning April 17 at Armitage Recreation Centre. Cost for residents is $85.20 and $115.20 for nonresidents. Beginner class runs from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and Progressive class from 8:30 to 10 p.m. Visit www.newmarket.ca for more information.

VOUNTEERS ))) Volunteer Appreciation Evening In recognition of National Volunteer Week, the Town of Newmarket would like to honour those who volunteer their time in various capacities throughout the Town on April 20 from 5 to 7 p.m. Please join us at the Newmarket Community Centre & Lions Hall (200 Doug Duncan Dr.) for good food and great entertainment. All volunteers in the community, and their families, are invited to attend. Call 905-895-5193, ext. 2658, to register your attendance before April 17.

JOB OPPORTUNITY ))) Clerk (Student) – Summer 2012 The Town of Newmarket requires a Clerk (Student) for the Summer 2012 to provide secretarial/clerical support to the Legislative Services Department including: assisting the Town’s licensing function by receiving various license applications and maintaining records of licenses; scheduling marriage ceremonies; responding to telephone and counter enquiries on matters relating to all aspects of the Department; other duties as assigned. For more information and to apply online, go to www.newmarket.ca by April 16 quoting file number LS 12-33.

PUBLIC NOTICES ))) Band needed for Kanata Festival

On April 12, from 6 to 8 p.m., the public is invited to an informal presentation on Freeride Bicycling in the Council Chambers (395 Mulock Drive). Freeride bicycling refers to a multi-discipline style, closely related to dirt jumping and technical riding, for both mountain and BMX style bicycles. Information will be provided regarding this pilot project and the following potential locations: north of the Fernbank Farm House or Site adjacent to Tom Taylor Trail entrance at London Road & Main St. N. (Deviation Rd.) For more information call 905-895-5193.

The Town of Newmarket is looking for a lively, entertaining band to play a variety of popular cover music on July 1 at the Kanata Celebration at Fairy Lake Park. Bands will be playing rain or BID OPPORTUNITY shine on the stage trailer in the bar area and must To view a complete list of Town of Newmarket be available between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., supply tenders, quotations and proposals or to register as recorded music between sets and provide their a bidder with the Town, visit www.newmarket.ca own sound system. Interested bands are asked to drop off a recent Bid Number Description Closing Date CD, bio and expected fee to: Ray Twinney (All bids close Recreation Complex (100 Eagle St W), attention: at 3:00:00 p.m.) Norah Dunning before May 10 RFP2012-10 Design, Supply Tuesday, at 4 p.m. For further information email and Installation April 17, ndunning@newmarket.ca. of Plaques for 2012 the Keith Bridge in Newmarket

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The York Regional Police Services Board invites everyone to its meeting at the York Region Administrative Centre, Committee Room A (17250 Yonge St) on April 25 at 1 p.m. to hear a presentation by Chief Eric Jolliffe and his team on Forensics and Crime Scene Analysis. RSVP by April 23, to jkogan@yrp.ca or call 905-830-4444 ext. 7736.

The Town is currently planning for the revitalization of Newmarket’s Urban Centres which will shape the future of our community. The development of the Secondary Plan is a key part of a bigger plan to Renew Newmarket.

Mayor Van Bynen will be returning to the Newmarket Public Library (438 Park Ave.) April 27 from 11 a.m. until noon for Mayor in the Square. He invites residents to come by and chat. For more information, please call the Mayor’s Office at 905-895-5193 ext. 2000.

Top 20 really easy plants, 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Stephen Leacock Theatre, 130 Gwendolyn Blvd., Keswick. This seminar will look at 20 really easy plants that everybody can grow. To register, visit waterfortomorrow.ca

TOMORROW

GIVING Blood donor clinic, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Newmarket Community Centre, 200 Doug Duncan Dr. To book an appointment, call 1-888-2-DONATE or visit blood.ca

SATURDAY

GALA Children’s champion gala, 6:30 p.m. at Roman Palace, 1096 Ringwell Dr., Newmarket. York Region Abuse Program hosts the 15th annual gala featuring talent from several regional high schools, dinner, dancing and live entertainment. For tickets, visit yrap.ca

DANCE Bollywood dance lessons, 11 a.m. at the Newmarket Seniors Meeting Place, 474 Davis Dr. Try this free, five-week introductory traditional Indian folk dance with Latino and Arabic influences. Visit newmarket.ca

BAZAAR Spring bazaar, 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Southlake Residential Care Village, 640 Grace St., Newmarket. The rummage sale will feature crafts, jewelry art and baked goods.

WRITING Writers’ circle open house, 1 to 3 p.m. at Taylor’s Funeral Home, 524 Davis Dr., Newmarket. Join other writers of all levels to talk about the writing process. For information, call 905-717-7018

SUNDAY

TEA FUNDRAISER Tealicious, 2 to 4 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Valley Golf Course, 4 Pinnacle Tr., Aurora. An afternoon tea filled with fun and friendship supporting Belinda’s Place. For tickets, visit belindasplace.ca

TUESDAY

))) Upcoming Police Presentation

))) Mayor in the Square

GARDENING

))) Freeride Bicycling Pilot Project

))) Seniors Bus Trip

Upper York Sewage Solution public workshop, 7 to 9 p.m. at the York Region Administrative Centre, 17250 Yonge St. Have your say on the York Region environmental assessment regarding the upper York sewage solution project. This presentation will focus on the water reclamation centre and wastewater servicing for the towns of Aurora, East Gwillimbury and Newmarket. To register, visit uyssolutions. ca

More information on the meetings below is available online at www.newmarket.ca. Click on “Town Hall” then click on “Public Notices & Input Opportunities.”

Come out on April 29, from 12 to 4 p.m. and learn about nature while enjoying the beauty of our local trails. Take part in guided hikes, bird watching, flora & fauna identification, Nordic pole walking, geocaching, family activities and much more. Event is rain or shine event. For maps, activities and starting locations check out www.newmarket.ca or call 905-895-5193.

You are invited to an evening of nostalgia and history of Canadian Tire artifacts on April 25 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the Newmarket Public Library (438 Park Avenue). View artifacts in original packaging, logos, catalogues, oil cans and die-cast collector bank trucks some dating back to 1927. Learn how the coupon program has evolved over the last 54 years. Admission is free. Call 905-953-5110 for information.

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TODAY

Join us for a used book sale on April 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is a fundraiser held by the Ontario Youth Volunteer Challenge and the Newmarket Public Library. Donations of gently used books are welcome prior to the book sale. Call 905-953-5110 for information.

))) Line Dancing Made Easy

The Newmarket Seniors’ Meeting Place hosts a bus trip on April 24 to Seneca Niagara Casino, Niagara Falls, NY. Cost is $30 for members and $35 for guests. The bus will depart from the Seniors’ Meeting Place (474 Davis Dr.) at 8:45 a.m. (for those who take public transit and taxis) and from the Ray Twinney Recreation Complex (100 Eagle Street W., west parking lot) at 9 a.m. Return approx. 5 p.m. Trip includes coach bus, $20 slot play bonus, $10 food voucher and 5 hour casino stay. Valid Passport is required. Call 905-953-5325 for further information.

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Much of Newmarket’s growth and development in the coming years will be concentrated in the Yonge Street and Davis Drive corridors. What type of development do you imagine for these areas?

Please help shape the long-term vision of Newmarket by participating in one of the upcoming public engagement opportunities:

Tuesday, May 1 or Wednesday, May 9 Newmarket Council Chambers 395 Mulock Drive Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Presentation at 7 p.m.

(The presentation will be the same both evenings and will be followed by Q & A and interactive workshops)

For more information please visit www.newmarket.ca or contact Marion Plaunt, Senior Planner at mplaunt@newmarket.ca or 905-953-5300, ext. 2459.

HISTORY On Board the Titanic, 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Newmarket Public Library, 438 Park Ave. Learn more about the great ship in this interactive children’s event. To register, visit newmarketpl.ca

OPEN HOUSE Canadian National Institute for the Blind open house, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the York Region branch, 615 Davis Dr., Newmarket. CNIB staff will be on hand to answer questions about vision health and services. There will be demonstrations and products available. Visit cnib.ca

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Lawrence helped establish Newmarket support group From page B1.

which he learned he couldn’t afford to wait due to the aggressiveness of his cancer. He felt alone and became very aware of the lack of a local support group. Mr. Lawrence attended an information session at the Newmarket hospital where he was one of 20 or so people who stayed behind because they had expressed an interest in forming a local prostate cancer support group. “My wife, Margaret, told me not to volunteer for anything,” he laughed. “There was this book being passed around and as soon as I took it, I knew I was in trouble.”

‘My wife, Margaret, told me not to volunteer for anything. There was this book being passed around and as soon as I took it, I knew I was in trouble.’ Derek Lawrence

Newmarket volunteer

He took it upon himself to type up an agenda for the first group meeting and before the gathering settled, he was nominated for the position of chairperson, a position he held for two years as the group met at the hospital and Canadian Cancer Society offices. It was a commitment that began snowballing. In 1996, he formed a partnership with a local TV station to produce a 13-part series on prostate cancer, covering all aspects including diagnosis, treatments and even spirituality. He also received a Prostate Cancer Research Foundation grant of $10,000 to have copies of the series made and sent to all support groups across Canada.

The Newmarket Prostate Cancer Support Group meets the third Thursday of each month at the seniors centre at 474 Davis Dr. For more information regarding the meetings, call 905-853-2665 and for more about prostate cancer, visit prostatecancer.ca

Complaints not public: staff Follow Newmarket reporter Teresa Latchford on Twitter @TeresaLatchford

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doesn’t require code of conduct complaints be made public. Ward 1 Councillor Tom Vegh made it clear this process would cost money, but it must be done through a third party to ensure fair process and so no one feels singled out.

Pending final approval at next week’s council meeting, staff will report back within 90 days and arrange a special meeting to discuss the next steps.

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GOOD BEGINNINGS A year later, Mr. Lawrence held four, 90-minute panel discussions in Newmarket, focusing on incontinence, erectile dysfunction and grief that were also aired on TV. Again, he raised enough money to have copies made and sent to all prostate cancer support groups in the country. In 2000, he produced a 57-minute video, Prostate Cancer: Conquering the Fear, filmed at Princess Margaret Hospital. It explored all of the treatment options available at the time. This time, he raised $26,000 to cover production costs, sending copies to support groups and putting a copy into every Ontario library. His last major project was an audio recording of Prostate Cancer: A Guide for Patients, a book written by Sunnybrook Cancer Centre’s Dr. Laurie Klotz. “I typed the whole script with one finger,” he laughed. “It was well worth it.” He founded new support groups in several communities including Richmond Hill, Meaford, Collingwood, Orillia, Haliburton Highlands and Sault Ste. Marie and played a leading role in organizing a prostate cancer conference in Toronto. He is an advisory board member of Prostate Cancer Canada. Last year, his dedication was recognized with the John Ferguson Memorial Award, given annually by Prostate Cancer Canada to an individual in Canada who exemplifies qualities of courage, determination and integrity and has had an outstanding impact in the fight against the disease, inspiring others along the way.

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Area riders could soon enjoy a freeride bike park in Newmarket.

Bike park ready this summer? BY TERESA LATCHFORD

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Newmarket’s freeride bike park could be open as early as this summer. The town’s recreation department hosts an informal information session tonight at town hall on Mulock Drive to gather input from local residents and potential bike park users before suggesting a location and design to council. You will be able to drop in from 6 to 8 p.m. to see the draft design for the park’s two locations on poster boards and will be asked to submit written comments, recreation and culture director Ian McDougall said. The proposed locations are Fernbank Farm, which fronts onto Mulock Drive near the Magna Centre, or Deviation Road in the Main Street North and London Road area. Mr. McDougall wants to hear from potential users on the design and locations of the park and nearby residents about any concerns they have regarding the project being located close to their homes. The concept designs were created with input from town staff and a community member who is knowledgeable in freeride

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biking. Staff also researched other municipalities that have taken on similar projects and visited Georgina’s bike park. Last October, the town recommended the public input session on the park, which will focus on accommodating mountain and BMX-style bicycles with an emphasis on tricks, style and technical trail features. The comments will be compiled and used to form a report to present to council recommending one of the two locations, Mr. McDougall said. If council gives the proposal a green light, the park could be ready for use this summer.

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Difficult journey takes McDavid to next level BY JOHN CUDMORE

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It has been quite the ride to the top of the Ontario Hockey League draft for Connor McDavid. There were bumps along the way, to be sure, but they were steps in a hockey dream for the 15-yearold Newmarket resident, who was the first pick in Saturday’s selection process by the Erie Otters. McDavid, who played the past three seasons for the Toronto Marlboros of the Greater Toronto Hockey League, became only the third player to receive Hockey Canada’s exceptional player status last month, essentially fast-tracking him into the OHL. “I don’t think it has really sunk in yet,” McDavid said Monday morning, after a few days digesting a process that really began three seasons ago, when he went to the Marlies from the York Simcoe Express triple-A program. “I’ve had the special status for a while, but it’s still like a dream. It’s just been a whirlwind.” By gaining exceptional player status, he joined the New York Islanders’ John Tavares and Barrie Colts defenceman Aaron Ekblad, who was named OHL rookie of the year last week. “Being in a so-called group with those guys is an honour, so it’s some big shoes to fill,” said McDavid, who was the GTHL’s player of the year. “It’s been a pretty stressful time, but it’s also really exciting. The whole being 15 thing, that’s something I’ve been asked about a lot. It’s something I’m ready for. It’s my dream and I’ve been preparing for this a long time.” It’s going to be a season of adjustments for McDavid. For starters, he has never been on a losing team. In Erie, he goes to a team that loses often and produced one of the worst seasons in OHL history, with just 10 wins, to finish at the bottom of the 20-team league. Still, he has no qualms. “No, not at all,” he said. “I’ve always been on a good team, so it will take a while to get used to. It’s exciting going to a lousy team, but

son’s course was about to change from the York Simcoe Express to the Marlies, she was the one needing convincing. “The Marlies were the best thing for his development, the best thing for his play,” she said. “But I was the last one to be convinced. “Now, I’m one of his biggest advocates. When Connor was eight

CONNOR MCDAVID: The Newmarket resident was taken first overall by the Erie Otters in the OHL draft. they have won in the past. I think it will be exciting to be part of building for the future.” Since he started playing hockey at age four, McDavid has always faced older opponents. He understands competing against 20-year-olds is a different matter. “It will be a big jump, but it’s been a dream of mine for a long time and I’ve been preparing for it,” he said, noting plans to work with former NHLer and fitness guru Gary Roberts during the off-season in an effort to bulk up his five-foot, 11-inch, 165-pound frame. “I know I’m ready. I’m not too worried.” The decision to leave the York Simcoe Express, a program for which he had played under his father, Brian, as head coach, and that had just beaten the Marlies for the OHF championship, was no simple matter. Not surprisingly, the process involved the usual intrigue that accompanies such moves. It was certainly not a well-received move at the York Simcoe end. “I lost friends over it,” McDavid said. “My parents lost friends. It shouldn’t be like that. I think a kid should be able to play where he wants.” Connor’s mother, Kelly, was in no rush to see her youngest of two sons leave the Express, either. When her

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Hurricanes fans may have reason to be sour

Newmarket Hurricanes fan is entitled to reflect upon what could have been again this season after his or her team failed to advance to the Ontario Junior Hockey League’s final four. Especially so since the Stouffville Spirit was responsible (again) for a season-ending loss and is contesting for the OJHL title series against the Whitby Fury, two wins away from a berth in the Dudley Hewitt Cup before a potentially pivotal Game 5 faced off last night in Stouffville. Not that winning is assured by regular season performance at the league quarter-final stage. By that point, all teams are pretty good outfits, but the Hurricanes were conspicuous as non-players on the trade market after a promising start to the season, opting not to add notable pieces while their North Division peers successfully played catch-up right to the trade deadline.

John Cudmore Cuddy Shark Historically, Newmarket is a preferred destination for migrating talent so it is all but certain some players were interested in donning the angry bird. However, the Hurricanes were on-lookers as Stouffville and Markham scooped up talented players. The official line is anything worth acquiring was over-priced. For that, there is no choice but to accept the word of those closest to the scene.

General manager Brian Perrin did well in acquiring a couple of free agents in Phil Grainger and Lester Brown for the price of zilch, any owner’s sweetest of dreams. Yet, given the opportunities to land a couple of impact players to get over the top, the Hurricanes declined to pay the going rate, in the end, to their peril. Some say the Hurricanes were out-coached in the North Division final. Maybe, maybe not. Others would be inclined to say the Hurricanes were out-front officed.

OJHL’s curse Wonder what is really up in Markham, where the OJHL Waxers gassed head coach Mark Jooris, citing the all-purpose alibi — philosophical differences. It’s a rather broad term, PD, and one that typically sets the BS meter surging. It’s a control-the-message way

of saying nothing. In an era where hockey dads as owners is at unhealthy levels, few moves don’t cause an arched eyebrow on the observation deck where appearances are important and forever open to interpretation. Even moreso in a situation where the owner’s son is jockeying for a key position on the team, in the Waxers’ case, at the goal crease. Presumably, dads don’t purchase teams so their kids can play second fiddle. Every move on a team where a father-son conflict exists opens the door to conjecture by fans and media. How can it be otherwise? The Waxers are hardly unique in what amounts to a leaguewide issue. But let’s fondly recall the days when coaches got fired because the power play can’t score and not due to the lineage content on the first power-play unit.

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10 York residents gunning for Stanley Cup in NHL playoffs BY JOHN CUDMORE

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The St. Louis Blues might not be York Region Midwest, but there is a distinct local flavour to the Central Division champions as the Stanley Cup playoffs begin. Three York residents are on the Blues’ roster. St. Louis rode a defensive approach to a William Jennings Trophy for goaltenders Brian Elliott of Newmarket and Jaroslav Halak for lowest team goals against average over the 82-game regular season schedule. The Blues also have emerging defence star Alex Pietrangelo of King City and Newmarket’s B.J. Crombeen on their roster for the opening round of the playoff march, starting tonight against the San Jose Sharks and Thornhill’s Dominic Moore. Stanley Cup playoff fun fact: Elliott and Crombeen attended Newmarket High School together for two years.

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BACHELOR apt. $500.+ utilities. Queensville NEWMARKET- Legal 2 area.. (905)478-4590, 905- bedroom basement apt. 252-2624 Separate entrance, laundry. Off Davis, near hosBALDWIN Motel- efficien- pital/ amenities. Noncy units, starting at weekly smoking/ pets. $1100. in$200 or monthly $700. clusive. Immediate. (905)722-9066 (905)251-3436 BRADFORD (West)- NEWMARKET- Multi-level, Renovated large 3 bed- renovated 2 bedroom, skyroom ground floor apt., light, ground level. $950+ $1075+. Tony Mendes, hydro. Also, 2 bedroom, (905)715-4951, Century $850.+. Parking. No smok21. ing/ pets. Immediate. 905BRADFORD- Downtown. 898-3282 Bright, large open concept studio bachelor, main lev- NEWMARKET- near Dael. Holland Street. Parking. vis, 3 bedroom main floor, Inclusive. $750. Available parking. Share laundry/ backyard. Non-smoking. now. 416-704-9049 Available June 1st. BRADFORD- 1 bedroom $1200+. Call 905-727bachelor, parking, cable in- 0364 to view cluded. No animals/ smoknewly ing, $750 all inclusive. NEWMARKETAvailable immediately. renovated 1 bedroom basement, large, bright in (647)998-6486 small building. Main Street BRADFORD- 1 bedroom, north of Davis. Parking, clean & bright, ground C/A. Non-smoking/ pets. floor, private entrance, $800. inclusive. 905-836huge backyard. Walk to 7242 GO Station. $650+hydro. Quiet No parking. 905-960-5788. NEWMARKETbuilding. Heating, parking bedBRADFORD- 2 bedroom, included. Large 1 large, clean apt, includes room apts. Non-smoking/ appliances, parking, $725+ pets. 647-930-6347 utilities. Call 905-7170050. BRADFORD/ ChurchillSparkling 1 bedroom apartments. Hardwood, laundry, parking, gardens. Starting at $750. Immediate. 905-642-5548 HOLLAND Landing- 2 bedroom bright, clean. Laundry, parking, new appliances, a/c, non-smoker. $1000 +half utilities. References. (905)836-5623 KESWICK (central)- 1 bedroom condo, heat/ hydro included, common laundry facilities, elevator walk to all amenities. $875. Immediate. Non-smoker. 905-251-6922 KESWICK central. 2 bedroom basement, parking, close to shopping. $1100. inclusive. Suits couple. First, last, references. No smoking/ pets. (905)4765299

REID, Andrew Hunter (W.W.II Naval Veteran) Passed away on Saturday, April 7, 2012 at Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket at the age of 86. Loving husband for 64 years of Rhoda (nee Grigg). Beloved father of Ross (Brenda) and Lloyd (Judy). Proud grandfather of Toby (Julie), Shelley (Matthew), Carolynne (Brian), Jennifer (Michael), Corrine (Jeremy) and Rosemary. Great grandfather of Madison, Charlotte, Josie, Makenzi and Veronica. Survived by sisters-in-law Marion Reid and Vicki Grigg and brother-in-law Morley Grigg (Ruby). Predeceased by his brother David Reid and brother-in-law Ronald Grigg. Son of the late Thomas and Catherine Reid. Andrew was born on September 9, 1925 and he enjoyed working for Spruce Falls Power and Paper Company, Kapuskasing, for 44 years. Friends called at the Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main St. South, Newmarket for visitation on Wednesday, April 11th from 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at Victory Baptist Church, 18408 Yonge St., Newmarket on Thursday, April 12th at 2 p.m, followed by refreshments. Interment will occur at a later date in Kapuskasing, Ontario. Donations, in memory of Andrew, can be made to the Victory Baptist Church Memorial Fund or the Parkinson Society of Canada. Online condolences may be made at www.roadhouseandrose.com

ANDERSON, Brian David Former Chef/ owner of Prego Ristorante in Aurora, died at the age of 61, after a brief illness, with his family at his side on April 2, 2012. NEWMARKET- 2 bed- AURORA- Renovated 3 room, a/c, ground level, bedroom townhome, gran- Brian was the husband of Karen, father patio, ravine, quiet. Non- ite kitchen, hardwood of Scott and special friend of Nancy. He smoking/ pets. Applianc- floors, good curb appeal. was predeceased by his parents Lloyd es, laundry, parking, sep- Finished basement. Gar- and Joan Anderson of Peterborough. arate entrance. $1200 in- age parking. $1650+. Brian will be greatly missed by his clusive. References. June 1. (416)277-5469 siblings, Erica Beauchamp (Doug), (905)853-7598 Neil, Doug and Bruce (Debra), and his NEWMARKET- 1800sqft. NEWMARKET- 2 spacious a/c, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 nieces Fleur, Melanie, Rachel and bedrooms basement apt. baths, finished basement, nephews Jerry, Edward and Liam. bright walkout, separate garage. Non-smoking/ no Friends may pay their respects at the entrance, parking, May 1st. pets. June 1st. $1450+ Roman Palace Banquet Hall, 1096 $1,100 inclusive. 905-898- (705)436-2881 Ringwell Dr., Newmarket, ON. on 1728 YONGE/ Davis- 3 bed- Thursday, May 10, 2012. Visitation NEWMARKET- Bachelor rooms, 2.5 baths, applianc- from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. followed by a Me$750. inclusive. 5-minutes es. Fenced yard. Parking. morial Service at 8:00 p.m. Arrangeto hospital. Shared laun- Garage. Near Mall. June ments entrusted to Taylor Funeral dry, backyard. Parking 1st. $1450+ utilities. Home, 524 Davis Dr., Newmarket ON. (one small car). Separate 1(905)851-0910 905-898-2100. entrance. Non-smoking. April 1st. 905-727-0364 Memorial donations to Friends of Algonquin Park or Canadian Wildlife NEWMARKETbright, Federation, appreciated. spacious, 1 bedroom lower Condolences can be forwarded to the walkout, separate en- KESWICK- Private house, trance, laundry, garage, inground swimming pool. 2 family through new extra large basement near hospital/ 404. Nonwww.taylorfuneralhomenewmarket.com adjacent rooms with 2-pce

AURORA- Central bright 2 bedroom basement. Separate entrance, c/air, laundry, parking+ garage. Nonsmoking/ pets. May 1st. References. $800.+ 1smoker/ pets. $700+. May 905-639-9218. 1st. (416)451-0648 AURORA- Clean, bright 2 Clean, bedroom basement, will be NEWMARKETfreshly painted, walkout quiet bachelor apt. No in building. backyard, a/c, cable. smoking Suits 2. $1000. inclusive. (416)740-4695 (416)7286601 (905)841-3395 AURORA- Upper junior 1 bedroom, bright, quiet forest area, immaculate. Suits single professional. Nonsmoking/ pets, laundry, parking, utilities. $950. 416-346-2880

HOPKINS, Donna Jean Weakened by a heart condition, passed away from pneumonia at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket on Saturday, April 7th, 2012. She is survived by her husband of 12 years, Arthur E. Weis. She leaves behind her son Charles Douglas of San Diego, California; step-sons Adam Weis of Eugene, Oregon and Alex Weis, of Santa Barbara, California; a brother, Richard Hopkins and mother, Agnes Hopkins, of Port Hope, Pennsylvania. Born on February 2nd, 1948 in Hazelton, Pennsylvania, she attended Boston University. Settling first in the Virgin Islands, and later southern California, she owned and operated several retail businesses dealing in jewelry and interior design. She retired upon moving to King City, Ontario, where her husband is director of the University of Toronto's environmental facility, Koffler Scientific Reserve at Jokers Hill. She loved sailing, dancing and entertaining friends. In Ontario she took an interest in several local environmental and artistic endeavors. She is remembered by the Jokers Hill faculty, students, staff and neighbours as a lively presence with a feisty sense of humor. Her favorite song was "18 Till I Die" by Bryan Adams; her friends know how close she came. In keeping with her wishes, there will be no services. A Celebration of her Life is scheduled for later in the month.

bath. Share kitchen, laundry, main bathroom. Parking. Near bus/ trails. Dog friendly. $600 each/ $1100 both. June 1. 905-9892145. NEWMARKET- 2 Rooms available in nice home. Female preferred. Walk to GO train/ hospital. $400 & $500 inclusive. Immediately. 905-868-6864 NEWMARKETRoom, clean, cable, phone, share kitchen/ washroom/ laundry. Non-smoking/ pets. $500 inclusive. Available immediately. Dave (905)252-4489 NEWMARKETYonge/ Davis. Newly renovated room available. Kitchenette/ laundry. Non-smoking/ partying. Suits mature individual. Immediate. $415. Must have references. (905)967-3650.

McCONNACHIE, Frances Helen Passed away at Southlake Regional Health Centre on April 3, 2012 in her 86th year. Loving wife of the late Peter McConnachie, beloved mother of Daniel (Martha) and Peter (Beverley) and proud grandmother of Grace, Sean, Darren, Sarah and Heather. Sister of Alice (predeceased) and daughter of the late Daniel and Hannah Sinclair. A Memorial Service will be held at Roadhouse and Rose, 157 Main St. S., Newmarket on Saturday, April 21st, 2012 at 11 a.m. The family would like to thank Southlake Regional Health Centre for their care. Memorial donations may be made to Southlake Regional Health Centre. On line condolences may be made at www.roadhouseandrose.com

LUNNEY, Beverly Anne AURORALarge, furnished room in 4 bedroom home, share facilities with couple. Cable, parking. Non-smoking. $500. inclusive. Available immediately. 905-841-5565 NEWMARKETShare townhouse, lower level with own washroom. Partly furnished. Quiet. Parking. Laundry. Use of facilities. $750. Available immediately. (905)953-9208 SUTTON- Bright, sunny room for rent in house, clean, quiet. 1st/ last required. Share Kitchen/ bathroom, Smoking OK. 905-596-0160

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HOGAN, Omar Lynn 29 October 1953 - 09 April 2012 Cremation has taken place. Internment Lakeview Cemetery, Kirkfield, Ontario to be arranged at a later date. "It's not the destination It's the journey"

Peacefully after a short illness at Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket on Friday, April 6, 2012. Beverly (nee Morning) of River Drive Park in her 67th year. Beloved wife of Jim Lunney. Dear mother of Wendy (Herschel) Jacobs and Dennis (Charlene) Lunney. Dear grandma of Ashley and Steven Jacobs; Mathew and Colin Lunney. Dear sister of Shirley Kirk, Carol (Bill) Carlisle, Don Ash, Ken (Ann) Ash and Larry (Mary Ellen) Ash. Lovingly remembered by her extended family. Friends may call at SKWARCHUK FUNERAL HOME, 30 Simcoe Rd., Bradford for a memorial visitation on Saturday, April 21, 2012 from 10 a.m. until the time of a memorial service in the Chapel at 11 a.m. Interment of ashes at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Bradford. In Beverly's memory, donations may be made to the Canadian Liver Foundation. HOLDSWORTH, Margaret Passed away at Southlake Regional Health Centre on Tuesday, April 10, 2012, at 77 years of age. Loving mother of Patricia Holdsworth (Joe Fedorchuk), Ken Holdsworth, the late David Holdsworth and the late Roy Holdsworth. Loving nanny of Christina Holdsworth (Michael Gillison) and Andrew Cottrell and great-nanny of Kaleb Roy Gillison. Friends may call at the Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main Street South, Newmarket on Saturday, April 14th, 2012 from 1 to 2 p.m. Funeral Service in the chapel at 2 p.m., followed by cremation. On-line condolences may be made at www.roadhouseandrose.com Death is a state when you live on in the memories of others, so do not grieve for me but remember me.

MCTAGGART, Marilyn Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at King City Lodge Nursing Home on Saturday April 7, 2012 in her 72nd year. Marilyn is predeceased by her husband Donald, parents Bertha and Leon and brother Jack. Loving and caring mother of John (Terry), Gail (Paul), Sandra (Daryl), Valerie (Rob), Kim (James). Beloved sister of Richard & Con. Fondly remembered by several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Marilyn touched the hearts of many and she will be sadly missed. A special thank you to the wonderful staff at King City Lodge Nursing home for the care and compassion they showed to Marilyn over the past 5 years. A Celebration of Life will be held at Glendale Memorial Gardens Visitation Centre, 1810 Albion Road (Highway 27 & Albion Road) Etobicoke, on Saturday April 21, 2012. The family will receive friends for visitation from 11:00 a.m. with service at 12:00 noon. Interment to follow at Glendale Memorial Gardens. BENEDEK, Deanna Passed away, at home, on Monday, April 9, 2012 at 54 years of age. Loving wife of George and dear mother of Kyle and Kayla. She will be missed by family and friends. Friends may call at the Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main St. South, Newmarket for Memorial Visitation on Monday, April 16, 2012 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health Foundation. Online condolences may be made at www.roadhouseandroes.com

DENNIS O'BRIEN SR. May 20, 1949 April 11, 2011 They say there is a reason They say that time will heal But neither time nor reason Will change the way we feel For no-one knows the heartache That lies behind our smiles No-one knows how many times We have broken down and cried We want to tell you something So there won't be any doubt You're so wonderful to think of But so hard to be without Loving you always, Patti & Family

If we could write a story It would be the greatest ever told Of a kind and loving father Who had a heart of gold We could write a million pages But still be unable to say, just how Much we love and miss him Every single day We will remember all he taught us We're hurt and sometimes sad But he'll send us down the answers And he'll always be OUR DAD Love you and miss you, Dennis and Becki xoxoxox

CUNNINGHAM Roy In loving memory of a dear husband and father who passed away April 11th, 2006 Dearest Roy, There is never a day That we don't remember your smile, Your kindness, Your devotion to our family. You gave us many things in life, Gifts both great and small But most of all you gave us love The greatest gift of all. Forever loved and sadly missed by your ever loving wife Brenda, and your beloved daughters Kirsty and Carrie and your much loved son Scott (deceased 2003). Wish you were here to enjoy your wee grandson - Gavin Scott. Roy, you are forever in our hearts. MANN, Richard April 9, 2004 In loving memory of a wonderful husband and father.

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BRAND new queensize 4" Eurotop mattress and boxspring. Still in plastic. Cost $800, Sell $375. Delivered. 905-252-6563 CARPETS- I have several thousand yards of new stainmaster & 100% nylon carpet. Will do living room & hall for $389.00. Includes: carpet, pad, installation (25 yards). Steve 289-464-6049 www.carpetdeals.ca CEDAR trees for hedging 3' to 8'. Pick up or delivered. Planting Available. (705)432-2237 Cannington. CONTENTS of 3 bedroom townhome for sale. (905)967-0986

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647-281-8496 Ricky, Daddy You are gently sleeping Here inside our dreams And isn't faith believing All power can't be seen As our hearts hold you Just one beat away We cherish all you gave us every day 'Cause you are our forever love And you are watching over us From up above And we believe that angels breathe And that love will live on and never leave. (Josh Groban)

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Gorman Dixon March 23, 1924 - April 9, 2008 I see him in his sister's eyes and the way her mouth moves when she talks. I see him in his brother, his gestures and the way he moves. When a certain cousin walks across a room or has a good laugh at something funny. When I see myself, walking across a parking lot in a window's reflection. When that unusual name written on a piece of paper is the beginning of a conversation, with a stranger, about a good man so many years ago. These things may not seem important or mean anything to most, but to me they remind me of my Dad. Bruce Dixon In Memory of Terry John Fairbarn, who passed away April 14th, 2011. "What we have once enjoyed we can never lose; All that we love deeply, becomes a part of us." You are deeply missed and always remembered. Love Kathy, Nancy and Amanda.

BELL, Christopher Michael In loving memory of a wonderful husband, father and best friend who left us on April 12th, 1999. We love you, we miss you. Always remembered and respected. Debbie, Matthew and Jennifer

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One of the more important debuts of the New York International Auto Show, the Infiniti LE Concept takes an evolution of Nissan Leaf’s all-electric power system to a new luxury plateau in a four-door premium sedan. tion, goes into service later in 2013 with passenger-friendly features that include 12V power ports, USB plug-ins, rear A/C controls, microberesistant seats and a transparent roof that’s perfect for skyscraper viewing. It may not seem relevant to us, but Nissan Canada is keeping a keen eye

on Canadian taxi industry interest. Following up on that scene-stealing debut, Nissan continued to hog the limelight with a show-opening keynote speech by Carlos Ghosn, Chairman and CEO of Renault-Nissan Alliance. These annual opening speeches

tend to resemble a “state of the union” address, in this case, about the union of Renault and Nissan into the third largest automotive conglomerate in the world. Nissan is sticking to its prediction that, despite a slow start, electric cars will make up 10 percent of the

market by 2020, a growth rate that will be bolstered this year as Nissan Leaf production expands to factories outside of Japan for the first time. Nissan will unveil five new models in the next 15 months. Their first debut at New York, and arguably the most important considering its bestselling numbers in both the U.S. and Canada, was the 2013 Altima. This all-new, fifth-generation midsize sedan features a wider track, new rear suspension, an aluminum hood and other weight saving materials, a smoother and more aerodynamic body, an upscale interior with “zero-gravity” NASA-inspired seats and two improved powertrain choices – a 182 hp 2.5-litre DOHC 16-valve inline four-cylinder or 270 hp 3.5litre DOHC 24-valve V6. Canadian pricing will start at $23,698, ($1,600 cheaper than a comparable 2012 model). There is no word yet on an Altima Coupe version. A new 2013 Pathfinder, that debuted in concept form earlier in Detroit, will be coming later this fall and shedding its trucky origins for crossover-style unibody construction, resulting in a 500 lb weight reduction, along with improved performance and fuel-efficiency. Best guesses are that new versions of Versa, Sentra and Rogue will make up the rest of the promised five new models. And Carlos Ghosn wasn’t quite done yet. In keeping with their electric Please see Nissan, page W10

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Neil Moore York Region Media Group Wheelstalk.com Despite the drubbing from Consumer Reports, the Civic is still Canada’s top-selling car – and for 14 years running. Sure, you can’t entirely ignore the complaints about plasticky interiors, lack of steering feedback, longish

stopping distances and body lean in corners, but keep in mind they tested only the LX – the second-lowest trim level. And not all reviewers agree with CR. Also consider that this knock hasn’t put a dent in sales, with Honda moving 55,090 Civics in 2011, and 14,281 in the first quarter of 2012. The Si Sedan, my tester for the week, should dismiss at least some of these gripes. As Honda’s four-door performance variant, it gets sport-tuned suspension, bigger brakes, tuned steering, and most importantly more power, making it a vastly different driving experience from lesser Civics. One of the key Si upgrades for 2012 was swapping its high-strung 2.0-litre inline four-cylinder – a

screamer you could wind up to nearly 8,000 rpm – with a torquier 2.4litre VTEC. I think it was an improvement, but not all enthusiasts agree, arguing the joy in driving the high-revving 2.0 litre was to let ‘er wail with every gear change, as it was the only way to hit the tiny sweet spot on this engine’s power curve. It’s a delight in small doses, but one that can grow tiresome in daily driving. But with only 139 lb/ft of torque on tap, that’s what it takes to get the best from this mill. Not so with the 2.4-litre, the same powerplant used in the Acura TSX. This 16-valve DOHC engine with iVTEC delivers 201 horses (up four from before) and more importantly, 170 lb/ft of torque. This is an increase of 31 lb/ft, which comes on earlier

with peak at 4,400 rpm versus 6,100 for its predecessor. With ‘intelligent’ valve control (low valve lift at low rpms/high lift at high revs), reduced friction, a highvolume intake manifold and other performance tweaks, this engine delivers a broader torque curve and more available power. All this comes with a nice rasp from the large-bore tailpipe, thanks to a high-flow, low backpressure exhaust system, exclusive to the Si. Much of the joy in driving the Si also comes from its six-speed manual transmission with short-throw shifter. The clutch engages nicely, not abruptly like the Mazdaspeed3, and the stick is light and easy to work. Go hard into a corner, drop into second gear, power out of the curve,

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Si Sedan offers more potent engine for 2012 From page W1

light on the pedal. Still, I averaged around 9.0 litres/100 km during my week of driving. Common to all Civics is the twotier instrument panel, carried over from the last model. It divides the display top and bottom with key information like speedo, fuel gauge and rev-limit indicator (Si only) above the steering wheel, and secondary info below. This puts the most-used instruments in the driver’s line of sight. The Si’s rev-limit indicator, by the way, promises far more fun than the Eco Assist, common to all other Civics. It lights up sequentially as engine speed rises, and when the second last of six lights comes on, the engine is producing maximum power. It’s great for timing your shifts. Other performance-oriented features of the Si include well-bolstered fabric sports seats (with red stitching and Si badging), perforated leather-wrapped, tilt/telescopic steering wheel, aluminum shift knob with

leather trim and textured aluminum pedals. Another is the power monitor, as part of the Civic’s multi-info display (i-MID). Based on engine torque and rpm, it provides real-time information on engine output. It’s great for those keeners who like to fine-tune their technique, but I favour keeping my eyes on the road. Below the i-MID, my tester also included the standard-equipped, voice-activated navigation system, which can provide turn-by-turn directions in the i-Mid screen above. Overall, the interior includes an abundance of hard plastics – mostly black. I would have liked to see more soft-touch materials and a nicer mix of tones and textures. But the Civic gets it right in other areas, like comfortable seating with ample head and leg room both front and back. Rear 60/40 seats flop forward to increase the trunk’s 344 litre capacity. MSRP for the Si is $25,990. Although that’s a huge premium over the base Civic ($14,990), you do get a lot for the extra $11K.

In addition to all of the power and performance mods mentioned earlier, the Si includes 17-inch alloys, rear spoiler, power moonroof, air conditioning, Bluetooth and a sevenspeaker, 360-watt AM/FM/CD audio system with eight-inch subwoofer, speed-sensitive volume and steering wheel controls. Sure, it has stiff competition in other sporty compacts like Mazdaspeed3, Lancer Ralliart and the three- and five-door Golf GTI, but all come in around $30K. Perhaps a more fair comparison would be the Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V (200 hp, 180 lb/ft). Without doing a detailed analysis, the Honda provides a few items like nav, moonroof and limited-slip differential, which cost extra on the Spec V. As for exterior styling – I’m good with it. The Civic’s steeply raked windshield, front spoiler and more aggressive grille complement the vehicle’s wedge profile. Some complain that it lacks verve, but I’m good with Honda’s small, incremental styling changes rather than going fullbore into the unknown.

Although Civic is Honda’s sales leader, the Si only makes up 4.5 per cent of Civic sales, making it a bit of a niche vehicle. But it does represent what the company claims is at the heart of its engineering. Over the years, Honda has pumped its racing heritage and the fun-to-drive character of its vehicles, and more than any other car in its lineup, except perhaps the Accord HFP (my next review), the Si embodies these qualities in spades. For more reviews, videos and industry news, be sure to visit Wheelstalk.com. And please follow us on Twitter @wheelstalk.

HONDA CIVIC SEDAN Si 2012 AT A GLANCE BODY STYLE: Compact sedan DRIVE METHOD: front-engine, front wheel drive, six-speed manual only ENGINE: 2.4-litre, 16-valve, DOHC, i-VTEC four-cylinder (201 hp and 170 lb/ft of torque) FUEL ECONOMY: 10.0/6.4/8.4 litres/100 km (city/hwy/combined) CARGO: 344 litres PRICE: $25,990 WEB: www.honda.ca

Red stitching, along with aluminum pedals, chrome bling and other metallic accents help break up the abundance of black in the Civic Si’s interior. The dual-level instrument panel places the most-read displays in the driver’s line of sight.

The 2012 Honda Civic Sedan Si wears a few styling cues that distinguish it from other Civics, but the main differences are under the skin. The Si’s potent 2.4-litre iVTEC four-cylinder with more accessible power (201 hp and 170 lb/ft of torque) is key among them.

The Civic Si’s rear spoiler, large-bore exhaust and 17-inch alloy wheels are some of the cues that distinguish it from other Civics.

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And, speaking of trim, the 2012 Soul comes in a dizzying array of seven different trim levels – 1.6, 1.6 ECO, 2U, 4U, 4U Retro, 4U Burner, and 4U Luxury. If that’s not enough flavour choice, customers can pimp the personalization factor from a list of over 60 accessories, with everything from sport spoilers to dragon decals, even a tent attachment. I’ll stick with describing my as-tested offering, starting with the base 1.6-litre engine and the typically healthy list of all-inclusive standards set by most Korean manufacturers – six airbags, four-wheel disc brakes bolstered by technologies that include Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Traction Control System (TCS), Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD), and Brake Assist System (BAS). The base model comes with 15-inch steel wheels, tilt/telescopic electric power steering (EPS), tinted glass, power windows, power door locks, heated power mirrors, heated front seats and Bluetooth hands-free phone connectivity, and a four-speaker AM/FM/CD/ MP3 stereo with aux and iPod ports. Also standard are fog lights, auto-off head-

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Picture an automotive designer Michael Torpey, senior designer at Kia’s California studios, inspired by a television wildlife special, sketching out animal caricatures while killing time on an airline flight. Among the drawings is a fanciful portrayal of a wild boar wearing a backpack. And, ta-da-a-ah, the Kia Soul is born! Okay, maybe it was a little more involved than that. But designers constantly look to the living world for inspiration before they turn to shaping clay, steel and glass. And, although the tusks are only subtly hinted along the front wheel arches and the whole backpack-thingy eventually morphed into the tall rectangular rear lines of the production version, the Soul somehow kept the character of the original concept, the unique slope from shoulder to tail, the compact muscular tension, the chunky build, stance and angular construction. And it worked. The Kia Soul was well received in 2009 when the 2010 model year version debuted. But Kia designers have wasted little time in making a good thing better with a new and refreshed 2012 Soul. “The Soul is an important vehicle for Kia Canada. From its head-turning design to its functional and inviting interior, the Soul has all the key ingredients to experience success in our market,” said Robert Staffieri, Director of Marketing at Kia Canada. “The latest Soul enhances this offering with even greater levels of comfort, power, and efficiency while preserving its cool factor.” And cool it is. The Soul’s exterior design is still fresh enough to catch the eye, so there has been little in the way of change to the basic design. But the front and rear fascia pieces have been exaggerated to project a wider, more aggressive stance. And new headlamp assemblies, taillights, side mirrors and wheels have updated the Soul’s contemporary quirkiness.

Keeping in mind that this compact fiveseater starts at economy pricing levels, any concerns about the initial product would have been about engine power and noise levels. This newest 2012 Soul starts to address those concerns with an upgraded interior to reduce noise, vibration and harshness (NVH). Under the skin are two new engines and two new six-speed transmissions, geared for more power, improved fuel economy and reduced emissions. The Soul starts with a 1.6-litre GDI (gasoline direct injection) engine that makes 138 hp (up 16 hp over the previous motor). This base engine comes with a standard six-speed manual transmission that replaces the previous fivespeed. A new, optional six-speed automatic has bumped the old four-speed version. The 1.6-litre is perky enough to please, but customers in search of a little more oomph can opt up for the new 2.0-litre engine harnessing a healthy 164 hp (up 22 hp) with the same choice of transmissions. Unfortunately, we don’t get the diesel four-banger available in Europe and other markets and, keeping in mind the economy level position mentioned earlier, only front-wheel-drive is available. New standard additions to the Soul lineup are rounded out by the addition of tilt/telescopic steering, Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) and a Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) system. There’s a new Infinity audio system and a UVO audio infotainment system available for top-of-the-line trims.

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VANCOUVER, BC – Hyundai Auto Canada just introduced the all-new 5-passenger 2013 Santa Fe in a Canadian debut during a small press conference at the Vancouver International Auto Show. The Canadian unveiling was held in conjunction with the global debut of not only the 5-passenger model, but also a three-row 7-passenger long wheelbase version at the New York International Auto Show. The third generation of Hyundai’s popular Crossover Utility Vehicle (CUV) boasts an evolution of Hyundai’s now signature “Fluidic Sculpture” design language. Under the elegant sheet metal lies a range of well-engineered technologies, premium features, and all the versatility expected of a CUV. Put together, these elements represent a new standard for the segment. The expansion of the Santa Fe line-up to offer both a 5-passenger and 7-passenger version allows Hyundai to better tailor the vehicle to a wider range of potential customers. The 5-passenger Santa Fe will go on-sale in later summer, with the larger 7-passenger model following in early 2013. Santa Fe is one of Hyundai’s most successful nameplates, with cumulative sales of approxi-

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NEW YORK – Toyota revealed the new 2013 Avalon premium mid-size sedan at the 2012 New York International Auto Show. The new Avalon is re-conceived for the premium mid-size sedan segment with a progressive and emotionally styled exterior design. When it arrives at dealerships late this year, the new Avalon will offer improved dynamic performance, a greater degree of refinement, and a highly spacious, comfortable interior experience with an abundance of outstanding convenience technologies. In addition to its design, numerous structural and chassis improvements were made to the new Avalon to enhance the ride quality, straight-line stability and handling. The body structure gains improvements in torsional rigidity thanks to additional and strategically placed welds, improved body bracing, and highstrength steel in key areas in order to provide a stiffer chassis and optimize suspension performance. The new Avalon suspension relies on MacPherson struts with advanced valving and rebound springs to balance handling and agility with ride comfort. Coil spring rate and front and rear sway bar stiffness was increased from the current model to help improve body control and body roll.

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Charger blends big car comfort with sporty handling Lorne Drury Metroland Media Wheelstalk.com With the improvements manufacturers have made in handling and fuel economy in recent years, it’s no wonder so many consumers still love their full-size rear-wheel drive sedans. They’re just so comfortable, particularly on long drives out on the open road. Case in point, the 2012 Dodge Charger built in Canada (Brampton, Ont.) alongside the Chrysler 300. It’s been a while since I’ve driven a full-size sedan and I was pleasantly surprised at how easy it was to get used to my Charger SXT AWD tester, particularly since I was coming off a week with a sporty little hatchback. The Charger was re-designed in 2011, so changes for 2012 are minor except for the introduction of an eight-speed automatic transmission and the addition of more performance and technology goodies. For 2012, the Charger lineup includes SE, SXT and R/T models, as well as the high-performance SRT8. My mid-trim SXT was well outfitted, and luckily I had no real need for the all-wheel drive during my week with the car. But in normal Canadian winters, all-wheel drive is a welcome addition to the roster of options and it would be on my checklist, particularly on a rear drive sedan like the Charger. One plus with the all-wheel drive system on the Charger is that it is engaged only when slippage is detected, thus improving fuel economy over full-time all-wheel drive systems. Power for the SXT comes from a 292 hp 3.6-litre aluminum Pentastar V6 engine that offers 260 lb/ft of torque. The new ZF eightspeed automatic is standard on SXT models, but optional on the base SE that comes with a five-speed automatic. Eight-speed transmissions have only been available on premium import models in the past, some of which cost twice as much as the Charger. This just shows how technology has evolved over the years. So what’s the advantage of an eight-speed transmission? Improved fuel economy for starters. Chrysler says the Charger’s fuel consumption decreases by nearly one litre per 100 km with the new transmission, an improvement of eight per cent over last year’s five-speed tranny. Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption

The interior of the 2012 Dodge Charger is much improved over previous versions, with more soft-touch materials and a more pleasant overall package.

numbers for the car are 7.3L/100 km (39 mpg) highway and 11.4 L/100 km (25 mpg) city. Performance wise, the transmission performs superbly, shifting smoothly and helping bring the car from 0-100 km/h in just over seven seconds. If that isn’t fast enough for you, well then go for the R/T with its 370 hp 5.7-litre Hemi V8 or the SRT8 with its 470 hp 6.4-litre Hemi V8. Styling wise, the Charger is a looker with its Coke-bottle shape and distinctive cross-haired grille. The doors are big and open wide for ease of entry, but you really have to stretch out to close them when you plant yourself in those big, wide, supportive seats. The interior is pleasant to the eye, with much better fit and finish than in previous generations. Contrasting colours spice up the cabin. Mine had black with red leather-trimmed upholstery, which I found particularly eyecatching. The leather is part of a $2,000 optional package which also includes an interior LED lighting package, heated second-row seats, heated and cooled front console cup holder, performance front seats with power adjustment, and a security alarm. All in, my tester was priced at $40,570 including delivery and PDI. Base price for the SXT AWD is $35,095. Mine also featured the technology package ($1,025), driver convenience package ($400) and adaptive cruise control ($900). The list of standard features is extensive, including 19-inch cast aluminum wheels, six-speaker 276-watt sound system, leather wrapped steering wheel/shift knob, dual zone climate control, heated front seats, tilt/telescopic steering, Sirius satellite radio and steering wheel mounted audio controls. The base SE starts at $29,995, while the R/T RWD is $38,095 and the top-line SRT8 is $48,095. For those of us who grew up in the ’60s when almost everyone drove a full-size sedan, the Charger takes us on a trip down memory lane, but only when you compare the size of the cars. When it comes to performance, handling and fuel economy, the new Charger is better in every way. In fact, although it feels so spacious inside the cabin, you can toss the car around like a much smaller vehicle if the mood strikes you. All in all, it’s a great family sedan with ample room for five passengers and lots of cargo. I can just imagine the comfort you would have on a drive to Florida in one of these. And as an added bonus, with the improvements in fuel economy, it’ll be a lot more comfortable on your pocketbook when you pull up to the gas pumps. For more reviews, videos and industry news, be sure to visit Wheelstalk.com. And please follow us on Twitter @wheelstalk.

After a major redesign in 2011, the Charger for 2012 gets a technology boost with the introduction of an eightspeed automatic transmission, resulting in improved fuel economy. Shown here is the mid-level SXT model.

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power commitment, Nissan’s premier Infiniti division debuted the new Infiniti LE Concept, a concept blending beauty and technology. “The LE was designed to stimulate, not sedate,” according to Ghosn. Expanding on Nissan Leaf technology, the LE Concept is more elegant and more powerful with 134 hp and 240 lb/ft of electric power channeled through the front wheels. The LE’s 24 kWh lithium-ion battery has a 160 km range and wireless charging system or fast charge option. Sharp styling lines are pressed into lightweight aluminum body panels, a sleek concept design that, according to engineers, is 85 percent true to what the production version will look like. Of course, Nissan was not the only star on the New York stage but, frankly, many of the reveals were of fringe players or concepts that had already premiered at previous auto shows. Some of the more notable highlights included: • 2014 Chev Impala – An all-new Impala features sculpted side panels, a premium interior with flowing design style and a choice of four-cylinder and V6 engines mated to a standard six-speed transmission. An eAssist hybrid version will also be available. Gas prices may be putting the accent on small cars but with improved fuel efficiencies, this larger car remains relevant, especially for the Canadian automotive workers who will build it. • 2013 Lincoln MKZ – The MKZ expands on the Ford Fusion platform with more luxuries, more technologies and a choice of engines including a late-arrival hybrid version. While still technically a four-door sedan, its sleek lines and retractable panoramic roof give the MKX an elegantly fast, coupe-like profile.

• Acura RLX Concept – Acura’s RL has been largely ignored over the last few years and Honda’s premier division hopes to reboot it’s top-of-the-lineup sedan with a revised, more contemporary look and a new 3.5-litre V6 channeled through front-wheel drive or a new sophisticated Sport Hybrid SH-AWD system. • 2013 SRT Viper – The fifth generation Viper moves from Dodge’s stable to the specialized SRT lineup, powered by a massive 8.4-litre V10 making 640 hp and 600 lb/ft of torque through a one-choice manual sixspeed. More carbon-fibre and aluminum components lighten curb weight to less than 1500 kg. If that isn’t enough of the stuff of adolescent dreams, a full-blown SRT Viper GTS-R race version was also on display. • VPG MV-1 – The MV-1 is a purpose-built vehicle that is accessible for powered wheelchairs and scooters. It offers ample interior room and optional two-position side power ramp, among other features. The MV-1 is built at the AM General’s former HUMMER plant and is now available in Canada. • Terrafugia Transition – On a less earth-bound note, we can’t avoid mentioning the Transition, a twoseater flying car or road-able aircraft with fold-up wings. It promises an 800 km flying range and 6.7L/100km fuel economy on the road. And, yes, it’ll take a couple of golf bags. But be patient. Some of the regulations are yet to be worked out. Like most auto shows, the NYIAS offered a mindnumbing mix of vehicles, from gas-guzzling exotica to thrifty econo boxes, from one-shot concepts to very real hints of what the automotive future will bring in the immediate years to come. And we’ll explore some of the more realistic future products further as they come closer to production. Stay tuned.

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Chrysler’s hand-built supercar returns for 2013, with an appearance at the NY Auto Show.

Carlos Ghosn, Chairman and CEO of Renault-Nissan presented the 2013 Nissan Altima at the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). The 2013 Altima, an all-new version of one of Canada’s best-selling mid-size sedans, features new styling inside and out, revised suspension, new technologies and new powertrain choices.

The 2014 Chevrolet Impala debuted at the NYIAS and this photo allows a glimpse of both the revised and sculpted exterior styling, as well as flowing interior style of the dash and instrument panel.

Lincoln shows the first of a new range of products with the introduction the 2013 MKZ.