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APRIL 23 PUBLIC MEETING (Under the Planning Act) 7 p.m. 6043 Main Street - ZBA13.001 12022 Tenth Line - ZBA12.007 11873 Ninth Line - ZBA11.006 The agenda for these meetings will be available at the Municipal Offices, Whitchurch-Stouffville Public Library and on the Town’s website at noon the Thursday prior to the meeting for review. Calendar of Council meetings for this year is available on the Town’s website.

COUNCIL’S CORNER HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE APRIL 16 COUNCIL MEETING Council Highlights provide a brief summary of pertinent decisions made at a Council meeting. More information on these stories and other Council activities can be obtained from the Town’s website.

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE OF MAIN STREET Council approved a temporary road closure of Main Street (From O’Brien Avenue to Park Drive) on Tuesday, May 14 (Rain date: Tuesday, May 21) from 3:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. to host a car show (Weather permitting) that will be held in conjunction with the launch of the Downtown sidewalk sale. Future car shows will be held on Tuesday evenings at the Stouffville Legion Branch 459.

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Council approved a budget of $20,000 for community grants and donations for the 2013 year. Funds were allocated and approved onTuesday, April 9 based on new and historical requests. Grants for the Whitchurch-Stouffville Public Library, Strawberry Festival and Latcham Gallery have been approved separately in the 2013 Budget. These grants align with the Town’s Strategic Plan of providing service excellence and community engagement as well as enhancing quality of life for its residents.

LAND/BUILDING IN DOWNTOWN STOUFFVILLE Council has declared that the land and building on 6297 Main Street, Stouffville as surplus and will be sold or leased as per ByLaw 2008-057-LA regarding disposition of land. The Town will follow a Request for Proposal (RFP) process. Consideration will be given to local retail businesses and to ensure the protection of the heritage architectural elements of the exterior façade. The building is the former post office and was recently the home of the seniors Silver Jubilee facility.

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COUNCIL’S CORNER – CONT’D CENTRALIZED CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTRE UPDATE Council received a status report regarding the hours of operation for the Centralized Customer Service Centre (CCSC). The objective of the CCSC is to continuously improve services to the public as well as the efficiency of service delivery by providing a one-stop-shop for residents and customers for Town services/ programs. The CCSC currently offers extended hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. On a trial basis, additional evening hours offered (until 8 p.m.) on the first and third Tuesday of each month, has provided customers with an option for those Town Services provided at the Centre; however, sufficient volumes have not developed to warrant its continuation. Emerging trends such as the increased use of email and the number of individuals making their payments through alternate channels such as internet banking and Pre-Authorized Payment plan through the Town, have been a valuable resource to assist residents outside of normal business hours. Staff within the CCSC will continue to track requests for services outside the current hours of operation and if the demand warrants, additional hours may be revisited in the future.

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for Municipal purposes, the Town would be in a position to offer PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING the lands or parts of the property for sale in accordance with Proposed Skate Park Facility - Memorial Park the applicable provisions of the Town’s disposition policies. Thursday, April 18 at 7 p.m. Council Chambers, Municipal Offices 2. Temporary Street Closure of Burkholder Street from the The consultant will be presenting design options and potential location of the access driveway to the Whitchurch-Stouffville features of the skate park facility. For more information, please Public Library/Leisure Centre through to the intersection of visit our website. Burkholder Street/Park Drive. The objective of the seasonal closure of Burkholder Street is to assist in pedestrian movement 2013 INTERIM TAXES throughMemorialParkandtofacilitatecommunityprogramming DUE DATE – April 19 in the park. The proposed temporary street closure would occur TAX PAYMENTS may be made: from May through to October beginning at 3:30 p.m. on Fridays • By Pre-Authorized Payment Plan – applications are available on to 8 p.m. on Sundays. our website at www.townofws.ca 3. Creation of a Public Highway pertaining to the designation • By mail (Postdated cheques are acceptable) of the current access driveway to the Whitchurch-Stouffville • At most financial institutions through the teller/banking Public Library/Leisure Centre. The portion of the current access machine or by telephone and internet banking driveway proposed to be designated as a Public Highway • In person at the Municipal Offices (After hours payments may extends from Burkholder Street to Rose Avenue. There will be placed in the drop box located at the main entrance) be no formal road connection to facilitate motor vehicle Brenda Van Essen, Manager, Revenue & Taxation Services movement between the proposed new Public Highway and Rose Avenue. If Council declares a portion of the current NOTICE OF STAFF REPORT access driveway as a Public Highway, there is the potential to Council will be considering a staff report and associated bylaws facilitate the development for residential purposes of certain at its Tuesday, May 7 meeting at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers landlocked parcels located to the west of the subject lands. pertaining to: Members of the public are welcome to attend the Council 1. Stopping Up, Closing & Declaration of Surplus Land Meeting and to speak to the issues around the consideration of associated with the Unopened Road Allowance for Franklin any of the above three items. Avenue. This parcel of land is located to the immediate west of the current access driveway to the Whitchurch-Stouffville For more information please contact Andrew McNeely, Public Library/Leisure Centre, extending between Burkholder Director of Planning & Building Services at ext. 2270 or email at Street and Rose Avenue. If Council declares the lands surplus andrew.mcneely@townofws.ca

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radford renter Neil Craig works in York Region, but he and his wife, Val, have given up on living here. The prices, they agree, are simply too steep for a young family and it has forced them to dream of finding a place of their own to the north, east or west of the region. When they started looking to buy a home, the search focused on Newmarket and Bradford, but now Innisfil is the most likely destination. “Buying a half-million dollar house is not do-able on a single income,” Mr. Craig said. Many of the homes being built in Bradford cost about $400,000, Mrs. Craig said, noting prices in the area have risen sharply during the past five to six years. Unfortunately, the rental market isn’t much better, Mr. Craig said. He commutes to work in Newmarket every day, but said he can’t justify moving closer, considering monthly rent for a twobedroom, above-ground unit hovers around $1,300, plus utilities, and basements typically go for $1,000. Bradford’s rents are typically $50 to $100 a month cheaper, Mrs. Craig said, but it depends on the unit and landlord. They’re fortunate, she continued, as their landlords are friends, meaning rent isn’t quite as pricey and utilities are included. With interest rates so low, it’s frustrating many rent prices are almost equal to what a mortgage would carry for, Mr. Craig said, noting it’s nearly impossible to save up a sufficient down payment when you’re paying rent and other bills each month. The problem is further compounded with home prices as high as they are. It’s to the point people have just accepted a lengthy commute to work each day will simply be a consequence of their decision to buy a home, Mrs. Craig said, adding she’s eager to get settled by the time their nearly two-year-old daughter, Claira, starts school. “You almost have to decide, do you want to live close to work or buy a house?” Mr. Craig said. “Exactly,” Mrs. Craig agreed. York Region has a reputation for affluence and you only need to peruse the local real estate section to see why. It’s one of the reasons York Region Media Group decided to delve into the issue of home prices for our wide-ranging housing series, of which this is part one. In 2011, the average resale price for a single-detached home in York was in excess

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Val (from left), Neil and Claira Craig live in Bradford. Although Mr. Craig works in York Region, he says his family can’t afford to live there and is looking north in the search for a home of their own. of $643,000, according to the region’s 2012 report Taking Stock: An Overview of the Housing System in York Region, while the typical price for a new single-detached house was about $614,000. Between 2007 and 2011, more than 50 per cent of all new houses built were single-detached, as were 60 per cent of resales. Semi-detached homes and townhouses have proved more affordable, with the majority of resales, 71 per cent and 75 per cent, respectively, landing in the $400,000 to $500,000 price range, on average. In fact, the only type of resale homes averaging less than $400,000 in 2011 were condominiums. Given all that, it comes as little surprise many families struggle to afford home ownership, especially when you consider lowto-moderate household income is anything below $109,000 in the region. “There has been a trend to build a certain type of house in this region, that being a twobath, four-bedroom detached home,” region community and health services commissioner Adelina Urbanski said. “It crowds a lot of people out of the market. “And, in many cases, we’re talking about people with OK incomes who still can’t afford anything.”

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A software engineer/designer making the trade’s average salary of about $71,000 annually, for example, could spend a maximum of $268,764 on a home if he wanted to remain within the affordability guideline that recommends no more than 30 per cent of your income goes toward housing. You’d be hard-pressed to find even a condo in that price range, with units averaging nearly $320,000. In reality, 27.3 per cent of York Region households spent 30 per cent or more of their incomes on housing in 2006, compared to 22.6 per cent in 2001. At the same time, housing prices have soared, outpacing the consumer price index and median hourly wage. You really need to be a two-income couple to afford to buy something here, Ms Urbanski said, noting families are doubling up to make housing more affordable. In most urban expanses, a rental house or apartment would be the affordable option for people unable or unwilling to purchase a home. But the supply of rental units in the region is sorely lacking and the vacancy rate typically hovers around the 0.8-per-cent mark. Of more than 274,000 housing units in the region, just more than 32,000, or 11.7 per

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cent, are rental accommodations. Toronto, by comparison, boasts more than 979,000 housing units, of which close to 447,000, or 45.6 per cent, are rentals. In fact, according to Statistics Canada, single-detached homes are the predominant type of housing in all nine York Region municipalities. Semi-detached and row/ townhouses typically make up most of the remaining housing units. What is available on the rental market is largely priced out of reach, with the region acknowledging average rent rates are simply not affordable for many existing and would-be renters.

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welve months or more from now we will be in full election mode. Make that municipal election, on Oct.

27, 2014. (We’ll wait another year for the next scheduled provincial election, on Oct. 1, 2015, unless the Liberal government is defeated before that.) All is almost quiet on the 2014 Whitchurch-Stouffville front. Mayor Wayne Emmerson does regularly remind residents he won’t be seeking re-election next year. Hopefully, his message is also alerting candidates to get in line to fill his office. The whispers around those hopefuls is quiet at this point. We have heard from one resident with no council experience who is all but running. With all members of the current council having at least two terms in office under their belts, we expect there to be candidates from that roster, too. That would open up spots on council for newcomers, as well. Stay tuned. You can bet the jockeying for support is well under way behind the scenes as potential candidates try and find out who is running. If history tells us anything, expect the first of those mayoral candidates to declare their candi-

dacy near the beginning of 2014. What will that new council have to deal with during the next term? Thanks to a multitude of projects completed during the last two terms, the to-do list is considerably shorter than it once was. There’s the controversial Memorial Park re-do to complete. The return of the skate park and basketball court, both removed for reconstruction, will no doubt be welcomed by the community’s youth. They should also reduce the heat on councillors from residents who said council’s project list only included the hockey and baseball crowd. And there could be need for a real seniors activities centre should the 55 Plus Club discover the rejigged Latcham Hall doesn’t fit its needs. After a strong and organized push for a Whitchurch-Stouffville curling club about five years ago, organizers have surprisingly become very quiet. Is there still a desire to build a club here? It seemed like a natural addition to our town, given our many seniors residential communities. More soccer pitches? Cricket fields? Tell us what the next town council should build for us. Send your wish lists to jmason@yrmg. com

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Being a pensioner and a longtime resident of Stouffville, I’ve seen an increase in population, crime, noise, police helicopter flyovers, vandalism and speeding drivers, but it all finally hit home with me recently. I woke up one morning recently to find the back passenger window of my vehicle had been smashed out. To have this fixed will cost me $600. My insurance deductible is $500. To put this in perspective, half of my monthly income will have to be used to fix something that wasn’t my fault or an accident. Normal, decent, law-abiding people shouldn’t have to put up with this. Maybe some day in the future the person who did this will find himself in the

Allow board to buy Care and Share shop Re: Care and Share more than a store, letter to the editor by Rosa Alaimo, March 21. A couple of weeks ago, 15-year-old Ms Alaimo wrote a letter to The SunTribune about her valuable experiences as a volunteer at the Care and Share Thrift Shop. She mentioned the Mennonite Central Committee shop’s proceeds go to world relief projects. I would like to inform you I was once a recipient of that help. As a refugee after the Second World War in 1949, in Germany, my mother, sister and I, my father was missing, received sponsorship through MCC to come to Canada. To this wonderful land of opportunities. Now, I am a 74-year-old widow living in Parkview Village and have volunteered at the Care and Share for 25 years. I feel so blessed to be able to reciprocate for what I received. The shop is close to where I live. I can walk to it. I tremendously enjoy contributing to the community

same circumstance and have a chance to regret the mindless things he did to other people and their property. But I doubt it.

To put this in perspective, half of my monthly income will have to be used to fix something that wasn’t my fault or an accident. In the meantime, we need more police presence in the Glad Park and Elm Road area. It’s time for a full-time police presence, not just a few extra people stationed at the old town building. Stop pretending we are that safe, little country town and wake up.

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to far-reaching needy areas of the world, as well as the social aspect of it. At the present time, things are unsettling for the shop’s existence. The shop board has requested to purchase the property from our town numerous times but without success. I wonder what it would take to change the minds of our council at this time and allow us to purchase the place we’ve occupied for the past 12 years. It would be greatly appreciated by many loyal volunteers, shoppers and donators.

Anne Neufeld Stouffville

Condo project too big for rural downtown Re: New downtown building should fit into neighbourhood, letter to the editor by Krista Beatty, April 4 I agree wholeheartedly

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with Ms Beatty’s comments regarding the proposed PACE/Geranium condominium project at Lloyd and Main streets. The current proposal for the mixed use commercial/residential building is simply too massive for the downtown area site. Apart from the obvious (the more units sold, the more profit to be made by the developers), there is no legitimate reason for this building to be as large as proposed. Consensus by town residents is that a three-storey commercial/residential condominium building would be better suited to this particular site and would have less negative impact with respect to traffic congestion and parking problems both during and following construction. In spite of its continued growth, let’s keep Stouffville a rural town and not try to transform it into a mini urban centre. I hope town council will side with local residents rather than with the developers who have no long-term stake in this community.

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Within six to 12 months WhitchurchStouffville residents can expect to see added security in their town hall, according to Mayor Wayne Emmerson. “We take a lot of bullying,” he said at the beginning of Tuesday afternoon’s council meeting before a moment of silence was held in honour of those who were killed

and injured at the Boston Marathon the day before. “It’s very alarming to us all. It’s very unfortunate these things are happening too close and too frequent,” he said. Mr. Emmerson used the occasion to refer to threats made to town staff and verbal tirades by residents that have taken place in council chambers on Sandiford Drive, one of which was directed at a

reporter during last week’s council meeting. “It’s very unfortunate,” he said. York Regional Police are investigating. A similar incident occurred at the media table in council chambers in January 2012. Mr. Emmerson did not elaborate on the security measures.

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Can’t beat watching NHL live Lions have plenty to roar about

t was April 8 – fatherdaughter night at the Air-Canada Centre. With the date close to my 84th birthday, a generous gift of two treasured tickets made it possible for MaryLynn and I to attend. (Believe me, this half-Scottish, half-Irish throw-back to the dark ages of Maple Leaf Gardens would never consider paying $190 for a pair of ducats in the west-end greys). What made the evening so special was the fact our daughter’s favourites, the Toronto Maple Leafs, were hosting my favourites, the New York Rangers. So why root for the Rangers, you ask? That’s like hoping the Yankees will beat the Blue Jays or the Knicks will rout the Raptors. It all dates back 73 years when the Rangers defeated the Leafs to win the Stanley Cup. I was 11 at the time. However, with my ears glued to our family’s DeForest Crosley, I vividly recall Foster Hewitt calling out in typical Foster Hewitt fashion, “he shoots, he scores!” The player who propelled the puck past Toronto’s Turk Broda was New York’s Bryan Hextall, a native of Grenfell, Sask. and whose name is now enshrined in the Hockey Hall of Fame. Over the years I’ve had many hockey heroes including Syl Apps, Max Bentley, Ted Kennedy, Gump Worsley, Bobby Hull, Rocket Richard, Bobby Orr, Wayne Gretzky and Mats Sundin. But none can equal the prowess of my beloved No.12. A dog-eared scrap book dating back to the 1940s includes many Hextall stories and pic-

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Roaming Around with Jim Thomas tures. A framed Hextall photo holds a prominent place in my Room of Memories. Sadly, the current Rangers are mere shadows of those smooth-passing, puck-juggling wizards of yesteryears. But the adulation remains. However, I’m the first to admit this form of idolization, in the heart of Leaf land, comes with a price. “How can you cheer for New York when you live close to Toronto?” questioned a woman after I told her I was from Stouffville. I wished to brag that Michael Del Zotto, one of the best for the Broadway boys, hales from my home town, but I could tell

I wished to brag that Michael Del Zotto, one of the best for the Broadway boys, hales from my home town, but I could tell she wasn’t interested.

she wasn’t interested. “The Rangers aren’t consistent,” said a man in his 30s, wearing a Mark Messier sweater, “hot one night and cold the next.” I wanted to agree but the score was tied at the time. Despite an eventual 4-3 New York loss, it was a great game. I enjoyed every minute. But some theatrics would have been better omitted. Like: • The belching foghorn following every Toronto goal. Not unlike the docking of the Queen Mary. •And the bombastic music that continuously rattled the rafters. What ever happened to the melodious sounds of that magnificent MLG organ? • And the patrons who, while the game was in progress, insisted on tramping on the toes of fellow fans en route to the washroom or to buy a mug of beer. • And worse, witnessing dozens depart their $300 seats to beat the traffic, with only one goal separating the two teams. That said, watching a hockey game via TV can’t compare with being there. The entire atmosphere was one of enthusiasm and exhilaration. Take it from one who attends maybe two games a year, it’s an experience I’d never forgo. Even though, at the contest’s conclusion, I was dolefully sitting with my head in my hands while daughter Mary-Lynn was jumping for joy. Jim Thomas is a Stouffville resident who has written for area newspapers for more than 60 years.

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t was an honour to emcee the Lions Club of Stouffville’s 75th anniversary celebrations at the Royal Canadian Legion Sunday afternoon. You have to marvel at the work this group has accomplished since chartering on a snowy night in April of 1938. In their first month of operation alone, between world wars near the end of the Depression, the Lions already had: • Delivered milk to six families who had children thought to be malnourished; • Made plans to host July 1 celebrations; • Announced the screening of a movie for the community at the Stanley Theatre, now the Lebovic Centre for Arts & Entertainment – Nineteen on the Park; • Hung 10 framed moral codes in local schools. (I wonder how that would fly in 2013?); And so it has been for the past 75 years, a growing list of accomplishments in our community. The Stouffville of today has fingerprints of the Lions all over it. There are few public structures, from Latcham Hall to the train station, and the park picnic shelter to Markham Stouffville Hospital, that have not been Lions of Stouffville projects. Same for our organizations. Youth sports groups and schools have been particularly blessed by the generosity of the club. At the same time, the Lions have raised our spirit’s and home town pride with their Santa Parade work, Christmas Lights tours, casino nights, road tolls, elimination dances and, of course, their world famous beef barbecue. And maybe some of the club’s finest work is also its quietest, the donations of food, toys and other

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Off The Top with Jim Mason gifts to our poorest of residents every Christmas. A scheduling quirk in the festivities — who knew politicians could be so short-winded — had me with 20 minutes to fill between the opening remarks and meal. Not wanting to subject the full house to my comic stylings, I accepted Stouffville Club President Sharon McClenny’s idea and took the microphone to the floor of the legion, asking those in attendance for their thoughts and memories of the club. The response could not have been scripted better. Lions past and present, from Stouffville and beyond, and guests shared the funny to the fantastic. It was overwhelming evidence of how one club of volunteers has touched so many. Tom Gordon of Newmarket, the district governor for Lions International, put it best when he asked those at the anniversary soiree to picture today’s Stouffville without the legacy of Lionism. It was a sobering moment. And so well deserved. Jim Mason is editor of The Sun-Tribune

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Last fall when we did one particular ‘theme ad’ and I allowed we were visiting Denmark, many of you were surprised to see me in the store, I wrote so convincingly I guess! We won’t pick favourites, as we’ll have some of the specialties from the north and the south. I can remember a long time ago seeing Marcela Hazan at Bonnie Stern’s School and she was in her element explaining the various regions of Italy and the cuisine that was unique to each region, almost like they had the 100-mile diet a few millennia before we ever thought of it. I must say that Italian food is one of our family faves and judging from the popularity that these items enjoy in our store, they are your faves as well. Buon Appetito!

REGGIANO PARMIGIANA

Many years ago Cathy and I visited Reggio Emelia, the epicentre of the Parmesan world. The little Caseﬁcio where this was made, was capable of making three wheels per day, and only during the fertile season when the best grass grows and the cows are the happiest. We moved from the actual kitchen to his storage area, which was actually under the house, but it was signiﬁcantly larger than the house (the house was a disguise I think)! The cheese is stored for two years, so if you do the math, there were about 1,000 wheels of this very aromatic cheese ripening in the basement — 70,000 lbs to be exact. I think of this every time we reach for the Parmesan and it is yet another reminder that everything has a story. You can get chunks of this cheese or we’ll grate it for you. Either way, it’s the only Parmesan to have! Chunks Reg. $4.99/100g. Gratings Reg. $5.99/100g. OFF

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We will be sampling three types this weekend and explaining the characteristics of each, as well as their suggested uses. I think that the worldwide surge in popularity of this product has outstripped the production capabilities of old, and one must be careful of the origins and ingredients of what is now sold as ‘Balsamic Vinegar’.

CARLI OLIVE OIL

You will need olive oil to cook Mediterranean and although we sell many kinds, this is probably the best value for quality that we have on the shelf. There is no such thing as a cheap olive oil (it would most likely be made with sweepings) there are some that are so special that you wouldn’t use them in salads — and for sure not cooking. This one is pretty versatile and it’s colour coded for you. The white label is for dipping and raw consumption (that would include salads) and the gold label is for salads and cooking or when you wish a OFF deeper ﬂavoured oil. Carli White Label 500ml Reg. $12.95. THIS WEEK Carli Gold Label 750 ml Reg. $17.95

MOZZARELLA BUFFALO

When you watch some of the more spectacular TV commercials and you see the caution ‘that you shouldn’t try this at home — or anywhere’; but the opposite is true here. I don’t mean the Buffalo itself, but the Mozzarella, with some very neat tomatoes, even neater balsamic vinegars (or glaze) and yet neater sea salts. Just like crème brûlée, this is a benchmark that I use to judge restaurants, and perfection is probably more easily obtained at home! A couple rules to follow are: a) always at room temperature; b) use good olive oil; c) use more mature balsamic; d) sea salt for sure; e) freshly cracked pepper. We will have a feature on this cheese and the heirloom tomatoes. We’ll be making some Caprese Towers for those who don’t want to attempt this at home! OFF Tower, reg. $8.99 each. Mozzarella $5.99 each. THIS

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There is a lot of Prosciutto in the market presently and when the very affable Mariela suggested that we promote this type, I asked “why would you choose this one?” Her answer was, “Firstly it’s genuine, it comes from Parma, secondly it’s always very lean, thirdly, it’s moist and not salty (two things that go hand in hand) and fourthly, we only slice that premium centre part — we cook with the end bits.” I was convinced, what about you? Now, if you are a tough sell and you need further convincing, tasting might be believing, so we are sampling OFF this on Friday and Saturday mid-day! THIS Reg. $6.99/100g. WEEK

If you are looking for this in our store, it’s usually displayed beneath the potatoes! You could guess that we are not a big toiletries store but for this week, this will be front and centre! It’s an amazing product with a cult following. Reg. $2.99 per OFF bar. THIS WEEK

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We make three types of Lasagna; Vegetable, Chicken and our Extra Pasta Lasagna. These come in 8x5 foils and they need further roasting in your oven — just follow the directions and life is good! Reg. prices range from $15.95 to $16.95 and they serve 2-3. Fresh Meat Lasagna is also OFF available at the Deli. THIS WEEK Reg. $1.99/ 100g.

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We’re going to change things up a bit — we’ll start with salad. Although Caesar dressing was not an Italian invention, I’m going to pretend for this week! We make a really super Caesar dressing and when you get one of those this week, you’ll get the Romaine Hearts FREE — and they are Andy Boy brand — the best! Next, we’ll have soup and it’s Vine Tomato and Basil. We use sweet onions, vine-ripened tomatoes, carrots, celery, olive oil, vegetable stock and ‘spices’. Reg. $7.95.

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And next, another salad, in this case Bruschetta Pasta. This is one of my lunch faves warmed with a sprinkling of Gaetta Olives and a liberal dusting of Parmesan. It’s sublime! Reg. $1.99/100g.

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And further, we’re doing dinner, two of them actually. The ﬁrst is Lamb Shanks Milanase. We braise lamb shanks with red wine, sweet onions, peppers, tomatoes and ‘spices’. Featured this week at $9.95. The other is Cannelloni made with ricotta, spinach and served up in a tomato basil sauce with Parmesan. Featured at $8.95.

With the moderation in the weather comes pansies, both in ﬂats for you to bring a little colour to your front door or bowls to just sit there looking pretty. As well, we’ll have some rosemary pots to ﬁll a more utilitarian niche — they look good, smell good and they taste great in many dishes. These are in cache pots and will be featured at $17.95.

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ave you received any robo calls recently? Or to put it in more positive terms, have you been invited by an automatic telephone generated message to offer your opinions or participate in a telephone town hall meeting? While the term robo call took on a negative connotation during and after the last federal election, more and more politicians, parties and lobby groups are using telephones as a way to reach out to us. Last week was a busy one for robo calls in my Richmond Hill household. Monday, we were informed of a telephone town hall meeting of Richmond Hill MPP Reza Moridi with Vaughan MPP Steven Del Duca that would be happening the next evening. Then Tuesday evening another automated call came in inviting us to participate and offer our opinions to that same Moridi-Del Duca town hall in the lead up to the provincial budget. Marney Beck I have learned that residents living in the Oak Ridges-Markham riding of MPP Helena Jaczek were similarly invited to participate in her telephone town hall on the budget. A rather irate man from Oak Ridges called me to complain that he had picked up his home phone Tuesday evening to make an outgoing call, and was unwittingly involved in the electronic town hall. He told me he couldn’t hang up or disengage his phone from this automated discussion and was unhappy that his phone was tied up. “What if I needed to make an emergency call?” he complained. Another caller from Richmond Hill was even angrier about the Moridi town hall invitation. He was so upset he told me he called the Liberal Party of Ontario to insist they delete his phone number from their lists and added his phone number to the Do Not Call registry. I heard strong complaints from another Oak Ridges man on a telephone survey concerning amalgamating fire services across York Region. While I believe it is mostly an issue driven by proponents in our northern municipalities, especially in Aurora and Newmarket, the Oak Ridges man said he answered the survey questions about fire safety and fire departments working together because he thought he was doing his duty as a citizen. He didn’t know (or tell me) what organization was spearheading the survey but told me the questions seemed to favour amalgamated fire departments. He was “shocked” that the final two questions on this supposed fire safety survey asked him to rate his satisfaction with his ward councillor and one of Richmond Hill’s regional councillors, calling this “inappropriate”. Finally last week, an Aurora resident told me her home message service received an invitation to participate in a Canadian Automobile Association telephone town hall on York Region traffic gridlock. She was forced to listen to a portion of the actual meeting before she was able to delete it. Negative reactions to automated surveys and opinion events should serve as a warning to political leaders, campaign teams and lobby groups seeking our opinions and input. The initial invitation from MPPs Moridi and Jaczek to inform us of a town hall meeting the next day was fair game. It provided a number to call if I wanted to participate. But calling again the next night was unnecessary, and some would say, an unwelcome intrusion. If this is the new frontier — the modern way groups, organizations and political parties will be engaging our opinions — then sensitivity and common sense must prevail. Marney Beck is editor of The Richmond Hill Liberal newspaper.

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Liberté

IT’S NEW!

SAVE $3.00/LB

GOURMET-TO-GO® Harvest Creek Cooked or Smoked

Pacific Snapper Fillets

$ 99

Each

Italpasta

$ 99

Fresh • Wild Caught

2/$ 00 SAVE

SAVE $2.20/LB

99¢ $ 99

Roasted Red Pepper & Eggplant Pork Sausages

SAVE $1.20

Pasta 500g or Tomatoes 796ml

SAVE $1.50

375ml

125g

Divella

Barilla

In Store Made

1/2 PRICE

Table Water Crackers

1/2 PRICE

250g

$ 49

SAVE $3.00

100g

LESS THAN 1/2 PRICE

Carr’s

Corn & Rice Pasta

170g

All Natural Coconut Water

1/2 PRICE

946ml

Sweet Potato Chips

*CASE SALE* Harvest Bay

Pasta Sauce

Beef Leg Cutlets

Seafood Combo

4/$ 00 Schneiders

$ 99

Aged for 28 Days • Certified Angus

Boneless Stewing Beef Cubes • Antibiotic Free

FROM OUR DELICATESSEN McLean

1/2 PRICE

Triple Crown

3 in 1 (Triple-Mix) Soil or Cattle & Sheep Manure

SAVE $10.00

Per lb. 7.69 /kg

$ 49

• Hormone Free • Vegetable Grain Fed

Organix Brand

GARDEN CENTRE

“Instant Spring Bulb Garden!”

$ 99

Organic & Fair Trade Chocolate Bars

Kettle Popcorn

Santa Cruz Organic

1/2 PRICE

Terra

Lemonade

$ 49

100% Beef • Traditionally Raised

(Available in Assorted Colours)

SAVE $1.00

Pork Tenderloins

Green & Black’s

Angie’s Gourmet

THE BUTCHER SHOP

1/2 PRICE

Orchids

Fresh Canadian • Family Pack

750ml

$ 99

LESS THAN 1/2 PRICE

500g

Olives

Tropical & Elegant

Avocados

2/$ 00

Per lb. 3.28 /kg

69¢

Sardo Organic

Green Beans

$ 49

LESS THAN 1/2 PRICE

SAVE .70/LB

Florida Fresh

Ruby Red Grapefruits

Per lb. 2.84 /kg

Chopped or Crushed Tomatoes

• Antibiotic Free • Hormone Free • Vegetable Grain Fed

Washington State Crisp ’N Sweet Premium

SAVE $2.00

Per lb. 17.61 /kg

Product of Italy • Pomi Premium

We Treat Our Customers As We Would Like To Be Treated® Prices in effect Thursday, April 18th until closing Wednesday, April 24th, 2013

Top Sirloin Grilling Medallions

1/2 PRICE

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100% Beef • Traditionally Raised Cap-Off Boneless

Fuji Apples

Florida Fresh • Juicy

2/$ 00

1/2 PRICE

English Cucumbers

SAVE $3.00

California Sweet Peeled

GARDEN CENTRE NOW OPEN!

Ontario Greenhouse Grown Seedless

Cantaloupes

2/$ 00

$ 99

Clementines

$ 99

LESS THAN 1/2 PRICE

350375g

9th Line

Ataulfo Mangoes

WOW!

California “Mini Sweets” Seedless

“Sweet & Stringless!” Large Size

$ 49

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Markham Rd.

HEALTHY SNACK!

Per lb. 1.30 /kg

Lupi Special Reserve

McCowan Rd.

Per lb. 4.38 /lb

Wild Caught Halibut Fillets

Nature’s Path • Organic Millet Rice Flakes or Heritage Muesli Cereal

Kennedy Rd.

Bananas

$ 99

Product of Alaska • Frozen

2012

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Fresh from the Tropics! Tasty

Yellow, Orange & Red Peppers

FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY, APR 19TH, 20TH & 21ST

Ontario Greenhouse Grown Sweet

BRAND NAME GROCERIES

3 DAY SALE!

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QUALITY FRESH PRODUCE

22 Minute SALES EVENT

MINUTE

SALES EVENT NO PRESSURE. NO HASSLE. NO OBLIGATION

We Are In Urgent Need Of Quality Pre-Owned Vehicles! Give Us 22 Minutes And We Will Make You An Incredible Offer Turn to Next Page for Details

FRI. APR. 19th

SAT. APR. 20th

9 AM - 6 PM

MON. APR. 22nd 9 AM - 9 PM

SALE LOCATION

Canada’s Greenest Dealership L O C A L LY O W N E D A N D O P E R AT E D

VOTED

(905) 642-6688

IMPORT

1288 Millard Street (at Hwy 48), Stouffville, Ontario www.stouffvilletoyota.net

BEST 22012 0122 012

DEALERSHIP

CONVENIENT SERVICE HOURS Monday - Thursday . . 7 am to 8 pm Friday . . . . . . . . 7 am to 6 pm Saturday . . . . . . . 8 am to 4 pm

CONVENIENT SALES HOURS Monday - Thursday 9 am to 9 pm Friday . . . . . . . 9 am to 6 pm Saturday . . . . . . 9 am to 6 pm

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Friday, April 19 • 9am-6pm

To RSVP call 905.642.6688 or 416.921.1288 2013 Corolla CE up to

all-in-lease

168*@ 0% 0.9% $1,000 $ 2,000

APR

per month for 60 months with $0 down when you apply the $1000 in cash incentive. Freight and fees included. HST extra.

AND

Purchase ﬁnancing for 84 months.

up to

Cash Incentives

HWY 5.6L/100 KM (50 MPG)

$0 DOWN PAYMENT $0 SECURITY DEPOSIT

Bi-Weekly

Includes freight and fees. HST extra.

16,200

ALL-IN $ PRICE FROM

up to

0.9 188*@ 0 $ 2,000

APR

per month for 60 months with $0 down when you apply the $1000 in cash incentive. Freight and fees included. HST extra.

AND

Cash Incentives

HWY 6.1L/100 KM (46 MPG)

$0 DOWN PAYMENT $0 SECURITY DEPOSIT

Bi-Weekly

17,350

ALL-IN $ PRICE FROM

INC. CASH REBATES +HST

2013 Camry LE all-in-lease

312*@ 3.9 0.9

APR

per month for 60 months. the $1000 in cash incentive. Freight and fees included HST extra.

APR

Purchase ﬁnancing for 72 months.

HWY 5.6L/100 KM (50 MPG)

168

Bi-Weekly

Includes freight and fees. HST extra.

25,365

ALL-IN $ PRICE FROM

2013 Venza

363*@ 2.9% 0.9% $1,000 $ 3,000

INC. CASH REBATES +HST

Call 905.642.6688 or 416.921.1288 or email sales@stouffvilletoyota.net SPECIAL LEASE RENEWAL INCENTIVE

If your Toyota lease ends before July 31, 2013, we could waive your remaining payments. Visit us to ﬁnd out more!

AND

Cash Incentives

HWY 6.8L/100 KM (42 MPG)

$0 DOWN PAYMENT $0 SECURITY DEPOSIT

194

Bi-Weekly

Includes freight and fees. HST extra.

29,460

ALL-IN $ PRICE FROM

INC. CASH REBATES +HST

2013 Sienna all-in-lease

% 0.9 375 2.9 $ 1,500

APR

per month for 60 months with $0 down. Freight and fees included. HST extra.

APR

Purchase ﬁnancing for 72 months.

up to

HWY 7.5L/100 KM (38 MPG)

$0 DOWN PAYMENT $0 SECURITY DEPOSIT

197

Trade for a new or pre-owned vehicle and receive: • 0% financing on select models* • EXCLUSIVE SALES EVENT PRICING on all vehicles including Certified Pre-Owned Toyota models* • Factory Authorized Discounts up to $6,000 on select models* PLUS: all registered attendees are invited to enter our draw to WIN A SET OF SNOW TIRES valued at up to $1,000 High trade-in allowance, low interest rates and great manufacturer incentives can possibly lower your current payment.

APR

Purchase ﬁnancing for 72 months.

up to

YOU WILL HAVE 3 CLEAR OPTIONS: Take the cash value of your vehicle and sell it to us Walk away after you have had a chance to find out about our VIP Pricing and Toyota’s full line-up of Legendary Quality Vehicles

APR

per month for 60 months with $0 down when you apply the $1000 in cash incentive. Freight and fees included. HST extra.

We are in urgent need of quality, pre-owned vehicles! Give us 22 minutes and we will make you an incredible offer. 1.

up to

all-in-lease

Bi-Weekly

Includes freight and fees. HST extra.

28,465

ALL-IN $ PRICE FROM

INC. CASH REBATES +HST

2013 Rav4 LE all-in-lease

308*@ 4.5% 2.9%

APR

per month for 60 months with $0 down. Freight and fees included. HST extra.

APR

Purchase ﬁnancing for 72 months.

HWY 6.4L/100 KM (44 MPG)

PLEASE RSVP TODAY TO BOOK YOUR 22 MINUTE APPOINTMENT

$0 DOWN PAYMENT $0 SECURITY DEPOSIT

To RSVP email sales@stouffvilletoyota.net

NO PRESSURE. NO HASSLE. NO OBLIGATION

Includes freight and fees. HST extra.

Monday, April 22 • 9am-6pm

Purchase ﬁnancing for 84 months.

up to

INC. CASH REBATES +HST

SALES EVENT 1,000

2013 Matrix all-in-lease

22 MINUTE Saturday, April 20 • 9am-6pm

$0 DOWN PAYMENT $0 SECURITY DEPOSIT

187

Bi-Weekly

Includes freight and fees. HST extra.

25,600

ALL-IN $ PRICE FROM

INC. CASH REBATES +HST

The following lease restrictions apply for each vehicle:20,000 km’s per year,extra km’s available on request; 2013 Corolla CE, lease end value $5870, upfront cents per excess km of $.05, at lease end cents per excess km of $.07; 2013 Matrix, lease end value $6046, upfront cents per excess km of $.05, at lease end cents per excess km of $.07; 2013 Rav4 LE , lease end value $11,181, upfront cents per excess km of $.07, at lease end cents per excess km of $.10; 2013 Camry LE, lease end value $10190, upfront cents per excess km of $.07, at lease end cents per excess km of $.10; 2013 Venza, lease end value $10615, upfront cents per excess km of $.10, at lease end cents per excess km of $.15; 2013 Sienna LE, lease end value $10411, upfront cents per excess km of $.07, at lease end cents per excess km of $.10 ; 2013 Highlander, lease end value $12672, upfront cents per excess km of $.10, at lease end cents per excess km of $.15; 2013 Tacoma, lease end value $9827, upfront cents per excess km of $.07, at lease end cents per excess km of $.10;Offers valid until April 30th 2013. Please see Stouffville Toyota for complete details.

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22 M INUTE SALES EVENT

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22 Minute SALES EVENT NO PAYMENTS FOR 90 DAYS TOP $$ PAID FOR TRADE-INS – LOW FINANCE RATES! EXPLORE YOUR LEASE RENEWAL OPTIONS HERE. LEASE RETURN • LEASE BUYOUT • LEASE RENEWAL ENQUIRE ABOUT EARLY TERMINATION OPTIONS.

PRE-OWNED DIVISION PRE-OWNED

2002 Ford Taurus SE 2002 Toyota Sienna 2002 GMC Safari SLT 2003 Toyota Corolla 2004 Toyota Corolla 88,832 km CE, 211,250 km 139,537 km LE, 136,112 km LE, 81,509 km

2005 GMC Jimmy 90,372 km

2005 Toyota Prius, 114,100 km

$10,983

$12,983

STK# 130088A

STK# 130265A

STK# 130235A

STK# 130148A

STK# 130249A

2006 Volkswagen Jetta, 150,363 km

2006 Smart Fortwo 87,302 km

2008 Honda Civic, 96,800 km

2008 Jeep Wrangler, 148,254 km,

2008 Ford F-150 XLT, 247,973 km

2008 Dodge Ram 1500 SLT, 74,815 km

$13,983

$17,983

$5,983

STK# 12056A

$9,983

$6,683

STK# 130047A

$7,886

$9,993

STK# P224A

$7,986

$9,968

STK# 130108A

STK# 130187A

Manual STK# 12251A

STK# 130138B

$8,888

$20,983

STK# 12436A

2008 HONDA FIT SPORT, 168,141 km STK# 130026A

$7,968

2005 Saturn Vue 79,682 km STK# 130288A

$12,983

2008 Toyota RAV4 Base, 88,307 km STK# 130190A

$17,983

2009 Pontiac G5 Base, 82,020 km

2009 Toyota RAV4 Base, 77,745 km

2009 Toyota Yaris 61,224 km

2009 Toyota Venza, 38,700 km

2009 Honda Civic, 155,900 km

2009 Toyota RAV4, 80,900 km

2010 Kia Soul, 2U, 47,600 km

$7,986

$19,983

$12,983

$22,983

$10,983

$19,983

STK# P304

STK# 130022A

2010 Toyota Venza, V6, 64,170 km

$13,983

$25,983

2010 Chevrolet 2010 Dodge Avenger 2010 Toyota Corolla, 93,800 km Equinox, 68,546 km SXT, 110,178 km

2010 Kia Soul 4U 94,910 km

2010 Toyota Prius 116,376 km

2010 Toyota Venza 76,336 km

2010 Pontiac G3 SE, 79,035 km

2011 Toyota RAV4, 42,900 km

$18,983

$13,983

$18,983

$25,983

$10,983

$25,983

STK# 130108B

STK# P303

$14,983

STK# P352

STK# 13045A

STK# P358

STK# P347A

$10,983

DEMO

2012 Toyota RAV4, 19,690 km

2012 Toyota Prius Plug-In, 5,562 km

2012 Toyota RAV4 Limited, 19,612 km

$23,983

$36,983

$29,893

STK# P324

STK# P357

STK# 12651A

STK# P319

STK# P283AA

STK# P281A

STK# P359

STK# P361

STK# 130128A

STK# P287

DEMO

2012 Toyota Sequoia SR5, 9,500 km, STK# 343

2013 Toyota 2013 Toyota 2013 Toyota 2013 Toyota Venza Highlander Hybrid Tundra, 12,175 km Sequoia, SR5 V6 AWD 13,873 km, STK# P353 16,344 km STK# P13700, 6,908 km STK# P342, STK# 12175

$51,890

$48,983

DEMO

$38,983

DEMO

STK# P326

$39,983

DEMO

$51,890

*Sale price include. Platinum Security Program, H.S.T. and licensing extra. 90 day payment deferral plan based on 60 days no interest, 90 days no payments. Subject to O.A.C. (Approved Credit) and available only on 2008 and newer models. Example $12,500 at 4.99% variable rate financing over 60 months, total interest is $1,658.00. Contact Stouffville Toyota for complete details.

ADVANTAGE

YOUR PURCHASE INCLUDES: • MARKET LEADING VALUE PRICING • COMPREHENSIVE WARRANTIES ON ALL TOYOTA CERTIFIED USED VEHICLES • POWERTRAIN WARRANTIES ON ALL STOUFFVILLE TOYOTA CERTIFIED USED VEHICLES • NO ADMINISTRATION FEES • 127-POINT MECHANICAL INSPECTION ON ALL TOYOTA CERTIFIED USED VEHICLES • FULL TANK OF GAS • FIRST OIL CHANGE FREE • PLATINUM ANTI-THEFT SECURITY PROTECTION • CARPROOF VERIFIED (VEHICLE HISTORY) • ONTARIO SAFETY STANDARDS CERTIFICATE • EMISSIONS TEST CERTIFICATE • PROFESSIONAL DETAILING AND RECONDITIONING • ONE YEAR 24-HOUR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE • LOW INTEREST FINANCE PLANS

“This

Is My Nissan.”

2012 NISSAN VERSA HATCHBACK SL • Power Windows / Locks • 15” Alloy Wheels • Cruise Control • Air Conditioning • iPod Connection • Remote Entry

12,800

BRAND NEW

2013 NISSAN ROGUE 2.5 S FWD

228 % 0.9

• CVT Transmission • Power Windows / Locks • AM / FM / CD • Air Conditioning

LEASE FOR ONLY

2013 NISSAN ALTIMA 2.5 CVT • CVT Transmission • Power Windows / Locks • AM / FM / CD • Air Conditioning

APR

PER MONTH FOR 60 MONTHS* FREIGHT & FEES INCLUDED. $2000 DOWN PAYMENT.

239 1.9%

LEASE FOR ONLY

* AT

APR

PER MONTH FOR 60 MONTHS* FREIGHT & FEES INCLUDED. $2000 DOWN PAYMENT.

ALL OFFERS FOR A LIMITED TIME AND CAN CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. 2012 NISSAN VERSA (B5SG52 AA00) SPECIAL ON INSTOCK VEHICLES ONLY DEALER TRADES NOT PERMITTED. CASH PURCHASE OF 12,800.00 PLUS HST. METALLIC PAINT, LIC, INSURANCE, REGISTRATION ARE EXTRA. LEASE OFFERS ON 2013 NISSAN ALTIMA 2.5 (T4LG13 AA00) AND 2013 NISSAN ROGUE (W6RG13 AA00) FOR $239/$228/MTH FOR 60 MONTHS WITH A DOWNPAYMENT OF $2000.00 TOTALLING $16340/$15680. LEASE RATE OF 1.9%/0.9% RESPECTIVELY.LEASES ARE BASED ON 20000KMS/YEAR WITH HST EXTRA ON ALL PAYMENTS. 1ST PAYMENT, DOWN PAYMENT, LIC, INSURANCE REGISTRATION AND HST ARE DUE ON SIGNING. ALL OFFERS ARE OAC THROUGH NISSAN CANADA FINANCE. SEE ALTA GROUP FOR COMPLETE DETAILS AND AVAILABLILITY SOME RESTRICTIONS APPLY. VEHICLES ARE NOT EXACTLY AS SHOWN.

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(IN #7 AUTO BLVD.)

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RUTHERFORD

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HWY 7

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ALL NEW. ALL NISSAN.

Buckingham Manor, Main Street and O’Brien Avenue, hosts a free workshop on dementia at 1 p.m. Guest speaker Jonathan Macri from the Alzheimer Society. Preregister at 905-640-472 ext. 411.

For more community events, visit yorkregion.com Event organizers can also register at yorkregion.com To add an event to this listing, e-mail Jim Mason at jmason@yrmg.com

Community of Whitchurch-Stouffville 11th Annual

Guest Speaker:

speaking on

“Children of War”

M I C H A E L KO R S

PRAYER BREAKFAST

Kim Phuc The Kim Foundation

SEPHORA

musical tradition

St. James Presbyterian Church, Stouffville, will host its 43rd annual Sacred Music Night, at 7 p.m., featuring The Bernard Pears Chorale. Net proceeds from the free-will offering will go to the Student Music Scholarship Fund.

dementia workshop

V I C T O R I A' S S E C R E T

Y sunDA may

calling, farm kids

York Region Federation of Agriculture presents a kids safety workshop at Markham Fairgrounds from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Hands on interactive safety sessions for farm and rural children, ages 5 to 18. Call 905-888-1235.

PL ANNER Y friDAl apri

DAY satur il r p a

Thurs., May16,2013

For Tickets contact:

Building Community Through Faith www.wsprayerbreakfast.com Dennis & Gerri Seeley (905) 642-3632

Candlelight and Memories 6198 Main St., Stouffville (905) 642-4940

TA R G E T

BROWNS

7:00 am – Station Creek Golf Club 12657 Woodbine Avenue

Music: The Springvale Boys

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BOSTON BOMBINGS

Change of plans may have saved couple BY SANDRA BOLAN

sbolan@yrmg.com

Peter McQuillan was supposed to meet his wife, Carol, at the international flags once she crossed the finish line of Monday’s Boston Marathon. Instead, he decided to meet her farther down the road. If the Stouffville residents had stuck with the original plan, the result could have been tragic. A bomb went off in the vicinity of the flags at 2:50 p.m., killing three and injuring at least 170. Mrs. May-McQuillan crossed the finish line three minutes earlier. “I was one of the lucky ones who got to finish,” she said. More than 17,500 runners or 75 per cent of the field crossed the finish line before the first blast. The two connected a short time later in front of Marathon Sports. With Mrs. May-McQuillan inside the finisher’s chute and her husband on the outside, she told him to stay there and she would meet him. He decided to keep moving toward the end. The windows at Marathon Sports were blown out by one of the two blasts a few minutes later. “I was just really thankful I knew where Peter was,” Mrs. May-McQuillan said. The McQuillans were about 500 metres from the first explosion. Mrs. May-McQuillan said she heard a loud noise behind her, toward the finish line, then saw “a huge smoke plume”. Then it got “eerily kind of quiet. I think everyone was in shock,” she recalled Tuesday morning from a balcony of the apartment the couple rented at the corner of Exeter and Newbury streets, which is just outside the city’s cordon zone. Helicopters flew overhead, as they did for most of Monday night, while swarms of police officers and news crews made the street their home base. “Today it seems like a war zone,” Mrs. May-McQuillan said. While still maneuvering the finisher’s chute following the first explosion, Mrs. May-McQuillan asked fellow runners what was happening. One thought the explosion, now officially deemed a terrorist attack, had to do with Patriots Day celebrations. Her gut told her no. “You should get out of here,” a police officer told her. That is when she started to panic. “The fear on people’s faces after the second bomb. ... It’s terrible. They’ve been through this before,” Mrs. May-McQuillan said in reference to 9/11. The pair met up and made their way back to the apartment, which was a few blocks

away, physically unharmed. “I’m OK. A little shaken up. There’s a lot worse people here than I am,” she said. Those killed and injured by the bombs were spectators, the family and friends who “just come to support you and it’s all about you. You feel bad they carry your stuff around all day and you get to run,” Mrs. May-McQuillan said. With poor cellphone service and TV and Internet access cut off, they remained oblivious to what was happening on the streets below Monday night.

‘The fear on people’s faces after the second bomb. ... It’s terrible. They’ve been through this before.’ The pair planned to celebrate at the marathon’s post-race party, so they had no food in the apartment. They were left to celebrate with whatever Mrs. May-McQuillan had left in her race bag as the city went into lockdown. Marathon Monday started off great. The sun was shining and the temperature was race-day perfect. This was Mrs. May-McQuillan’s first time running Boston. She qualified last year in Ottawa after failing to do so a few times before. “I never thought I would qualify. I never thought I would be fast enough,” the 43-yearold said. Mrs. May-McQuillan had no intention of trying to re-qualify on Monday, but she did want to put in a solid four-hour race. Along the way she high-fived spectators and snapped some photos. “The experience is overwhelming and there’s nothing like it,” she said. The pair, who were scheduled to fly to Toronto Tuesday night, had hoped to return next year, this time with Mr. McQuillan running. He wants to qualify in Whitby next month. “It makes you think twice about entering a race in the U.S.,” she said. Two other Whitchurch-Stouffville runners were listed in the marathon’s results. Ricardo Mansueto, 32, finished the race in 3:10. However, 49-year-old Nancy Chapman did not get to cross the finish line. Her race ended sometime after the 40K checkpoint, which she crossed with 4:11 on the race clock. The first bomb went off with 4:09 on the race clock. Both have returned to WhitchurchStouffville. (See photographs on facing page. See Saturday’s Sun-Tribune for more coverage.) With files from Torstar News Service

TWO BEDROOM SUITES STARTING AS LOW AS SERVICES INCLUDE: Private suites with ensuite bath & kitchenettes Freshly prepared meals & snacks daily LIMITED NUMBER Weekly housekeeping & linens laundered 2 BEDROOM 24 hour health care supervision SUITES Social and recreational programs SOME CONDITIONS APPLY* and much more

AVAILABLE

YOU ARE INVITED TO OUR

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, APRIL 20TH & SUNDAY, APRIL 21ST FROM 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Step into Stouffville Creek Retirement Residence and discover all that we have to offer. Enjoy Classical music, ballot draw and delicious refreshments.

For more info: 905-642-2902 40 Freel lane, Stouffville, ON L4A 0P5

www.stouffvillecreek.ca

Stouffville’s Peter McQuillan took the photograph at left one hour before a bomb exploded in the same location during Monday’s Boston Marathon. That’s his wife, Carol, at right before the race. She finished, but luckily the couple changed their plans to meet at what become the bomb site. See their story on previous page.

PHOTOS PETER MCQUILLAN

Stouffville Churches Welcome You Children’s Church 11:00 a.m. EVERYONE WELCOME www.stouffvillechristianchurch.ca

905-887-5651

Sunday, April 21st 10:00am Celebration Service Ed Fontaine

Topic: “Is Jesus really God?”

11:30am Sunday School for all ages

www.springvale.org

Christ Church Stouffville Anglican Church of Canada 254 Sunset Blvd., 905-640-1461 www.stouffvilleanglican.ca

Sunday, April 21st

4th of Easter 8:00 am & 10:00 am Eucharist Church School & Nursery at 10:00 am

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Friday April 19th Floor Hockey 7pm Sunday April 21st Mufﬁn Breakfast 8:30am

ALL WELCOME! COME & SEE!

TO ADVERTISE PLEASE CALL

905-640-2612

6432 Main St., Stouffville Phone: 905.640.3151 Wheelchair accessible

Sunday, April 21 Service of Worship 10:00 a.m.

Friday, April 19 The Believers Youth Choir 4:00 p.m.

6853 Main St., Stouffville 905.640.5696

Sunday Service @ 10 am Sunday School Kids Ages 2 - 12 years of age Lead Pastor: Jeff Laird Children’s Pastor: Lori Attack Youth Pastor: Ian Harley Counselor: Bonnie Borchardt

www.spcfamily.ca

Sunday, May 5

Tuesday’s @ 6:45pm – 8:15pm Jr. High - Grades 6 – 8

The 43rd annual Sacred Music Night

Wednesday’s @ 7:00pm – 8:15pm Kids Club - SK – Grade 5

featuring The Bernard Pears Chorale

7:00 p.m.

Friday’s @ 7:00pm – 10pm Sr. High - Grades 9 – 12

A friendly family church

Everyone Welcome!

BLOOMINGTON GOSPEL CHURCH 13660 Ninth Line N. (905) 642-4414 Rev. Peter Pallant

Sunday, April 21 Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Evening Service 6:30 p.m.

Everyone Welcome!

恩泉浸信會

Stouffville Grace Baptist ist Chur Church

SUNDAY WORSHIP 9:45AM

Chinese/English/Children Service (中/英文及兒童崇拜) @ Oscar Peterson Public School 850 Hoover Park Dr., Stouffville CHURCH OFFICE (教會辦事處) (647) 547-3618 32 Jamesway Cres., Stouffville stouffvillebranch@rhcbc.org www.stouffville-gbc.org �� 黎明山華人浸信會-Stouffville分堂

Stouffville Christian Fellowship A Church in a Beautiful Countryside Pastor Walter Robbins

Sunday Service 10:30am Lunch to follow

CLAREMONT

STOUFFVILLE

Major Mackenzie MARKHAM

Bridge Out

8th Conc.

Hwy. 7

Brock Rd.

Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m.

Stouffville Rd. at Kennedy Rd.

Stouffville Pentecostal Church

Sideline 28

Corner of Main St. & Stouffer St. 905-640-2561 Pastor Jim Amy

WELCOME TO ST. JAMES PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

York Durham Line 30

STOUFFVILLE CHRISTIAN CHURCH

7th Conc.

BROUGHAM

Hwy. 407 PICKERING

860 Conc. 8, Claremont 905-649-2812

Stouffville United Church Building Spirits! Building Lives!

Rev.NancyWaterman Nancy Waterman Rev.

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Sunday, April 21st 10:30 am Worship Service

Wednesday, April 24th 9:30 am Prayer Meeting

www.stouffvilleuc.ca

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BOSTON BOMBINGS

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Lions’ pride The York Regional Police Male Chorus performs during the Lions Club of Stouffville’s 75th anniversary luncheon at the Royal Canadian Legion Sunday. See Jim Mason’s colum on page 8 for more on the celebration.

John Moffatt (left), a Stouffville Lion for 35 years, club president Sharon McClenny and 50-year Lion Ivan Harris pose for a photograph during the club’s 75th anniversary event. STAFF PHOTOS/NICK Iwanyshyn

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Careers

Office/ Administration

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE CLERK

An established logistics company located at Hwy#7/Leslie is looking for a F/T accounts receivable clerk. Candidate will be responsible for accounts receivable, credit and preliminary collections together with invoicing and bank deposits. This is an entry level position and requires strong computer knowledge. MUST be fluent in English. Please email resume with salary expectations to: hr@universallogistics.ca

Technical/ Skilled Trades

Full Time/ Part-Time AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN wanted for busy auto shop in Richmond Hill area.

Please call 289-234-7000 General Help

GREAT OPPORTUNITY

For a dynamic, cheerful, high energy person with outstanding telephone skills to assist us in our busy Chiropractic Wellness Centre Excellent training! Great hours! Apply with your smile Unionville Family Wellness Centre 4747 HWY #7 East, Unionville

Crossing Guards required immediately in Markham. •Castlemore & The Bridle Walk

Please call (905)737-1600

Sales Opportunities

Restaurants/ Hospitality

Ballantrae Golf Club requires full-time and part-time Experienced Line Cooks & Dishwashers Forward resume to: Ballantrae Golf Club Fax: 905-640-9481 info@ballantraegolfclub.com Thank you to all candidates who apply. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted

General Help

Angus Glen Golf Club is seeking a seasonal General Maintenance Worker to repair and maintain the internal and external facility. The Incumbent must have general construction and maintenance knowledge, a valid drivers' license, able to climb ladders and work independently and a good understanding of safe work practices. Interested applicants please send their resume to hploumis@angusglen.com

Careers

JOB POSTING Job Title: Phone Verifier, Part Time Location: Newmarket This position acts as the key liaison between the newspaper and the carrier force which delivers our product. From receipt of a customer/circulation/corporate inquiry, the verification representative must take ownership of the inquiry to ensure the route is verified and results communicated to the appropriate parties. Major Accountabilities: • Successfully conduct verification calls to ensure deadlines are consistently met • Handle a high volume of outbound calls per shift • Ensure that FDSA Policy & Procedures are met on a daily basis Competencies, Skills and Experience: • Action Oriented o Customer Focus o Drive for Results o Composure oTime Management o Problem Solving • Experience with outbound phone calls an asset • Strong telephone presentation skills • Excellent verbal, written and listening skills • Strong computer skills • Solid organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multi-task • Ability to work in a fast-paced deadline oriented environment • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team environment Qualifications: • Previous customer service experience an asset • Must be available to work Monday, Wednesday and Friday's from 5:30pm - 9:00pm and occasional weekends Interested candidates are requested to forward their resume and cover letter to Erin Smyth at esmyth@yrmg.com by April 30, 2013. We appreciate your interest in Metroland Media. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Inside Sales Representatives We are looking for an Inside Sales superstar for our Charter Call Centre, an enthusiastic individual that has experience with inside sales and is considered an over-achiever. This role is to research various verticals and contact the decision-makers from an inside sales perspective, build relationships, heighten the visibility of First Student and help close the “impact accounts” which will propel our charter growth. Please respond in writing to Debbie.Abate@ﬁrstgroup.com or fax 905-294-1664. We are an equal opportunity employer.

General Help

Membership Sales Consultant

Permanent part-time position available. Candidate must have a passion for fitness, be friendly and have exceptional customer service skills and sales experience. Responsibilities include; sales, cleaning, data entry and answering customer inquiries. Must have a high school diploma with related experience or education in the fitness field. Please forward resume to Stouffville@snapfitness.com or drop off at 5892 Main Street, Stouffville. PART TIME CUSTOMER SERVICE/ WAREHOUSE HELP Computer skills needed. Baking knowledge helpful. Denison/Woodbine. Info@VanillaFoodCompany.com

General Help

GENERAL WAREHOUSE HELP 2 locations Markham & Richmond Hill.

Fluent English spoken & written a must. Flexible & reliable.

Fax resume to: 905-470-4115

ClubLink is currently hiring a JUNIOR MECHANIC at Rolling Hills Golf Club, located in Stouffville, ON.

Visit www.clublink.ca to apply for this position.

General Help

Ballantrae Golf Club Requires an ASSISTANT GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT Forward resume to: Fax: 905-640-5028 dg-ballantraegc@bellnet.ca Thank you to all candidates who apply. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted

Golf Course Irrigation Company Looking for Full Time Seasonal employees for the following position: • General Labourers Experience an asset. Must have own transportation. Fax or Email resumes to: Fax # (705) 446-0774 E-mail: cdraper@bellnet.ca HIRING HOME CLEANERS NOW! No Nights, Weekends or Holidays! Paid Training ~ Paid Mileage Weekly Paychecks Car required. Call 905-471-2929 Merry Maids of Markham

GENERAL LANDSCAPING LABOURER

wanted. G license.

Please call 416-433-2689 General Help

PAINTER'S HELPER / LABOURER Markham area

Call James to discuss

905-472-5741 Apartments for Rent 14TH/ 9TH Line- Brand new, large 1 bedroom basement, quiet, laundry, $800 inclusive. No smoking. Available May 1st (905)554-4434

HELP WANTED!!! $28.00/HOUR. Undercover Shoppers Needed To Judge Retail And Dining Establishments. Genuine Opportunity. PT/FT. Experience Not Required. If You 16TH/ 9TH Line- 1 bedCan Shop - You Are Quali- room basement, separate fied! entrance/ laundry, parking, www.MyShopperJobs.com cable, utilities. Non-smoking/ pets. $775 inclusive. May 1st. 416-878-0786, 905-554-1785 HELP WANTED! Make up BACHELOR to $1000 a week mailing BRIGHT brochures from home! apartments in Central Helping Home Workers Stouffville, steps to transand local since 2001! Genunine Op- portation Parking. portunity!! No experience amenities. $650-$750 inclusive. required. Start immediateAvailable immediately. ly! www.MailingCo.NET Please call 647-718-7915 for more information. HELP WANTED!!! UP TO $1,000 Weekly, Paid in Advance!!! Mailing our Brochures/Postcards or Paid Bi-Weekly!! Typing Ads for our company. PT/FT. Genuine Opportunity! No Experience Needed! www.FreeToJoin HelpWanted.com

Real Estate Misc./Services CANCEL YOUR TIMESHARE. NO RISK program. STOP Mortgage & Maintenance Payments Today. 100% Money Back Guarantee. FREE Consultation. Call us NOW. We can Help! 1-888-356-5248

BRIMLEY/ DENISON- 2 bedroom basement. Separate entrance. Non-smoking/ pets. Close to school. $750. (905)944-8054 BRIMLEY/ STEELES1 bedroom apartment. Furnished. Includes ensuite washroom, cable, parking, separate entrance. $750. inclusive. Non-smoking/ pets. Available immediately. First/ last. 905-604-0245

CORNELL- FURNISHED 2 bedroom home, air condition+ lawn maintenance. No pets, non-smoking. Suits couple. Minutes to hospital. $1550+ 70%. 905-294-9469

Private Homes for Sale

Auctions & Sales

FARM EQUIPMENT AUCTION

For Reg & Joyce Carter of Leaskdale. Located at Emerg # 610 Zephyr Sdr 1 1/4 West Conc 7 (Durham Road) at the end of 6th Conc Uxbridge or 8 Kms North of Sandford Side Road on 6th Concession Saturday April 20, 2013 10:00 AM

Like a cottage setting in Aurora Executive loft townhome, $779,000 11 Tucker Court, Aurora Beautiful Wycliffe Gardens gated condo community. Details at: http://comfree.com/house-for-saleaurora-ontario-409039 Please call 905-726-2642 for appointment to view!

ADDITIONS: Approx 6 Bush Cords Seasoned Hard Wood, Wagon Gear, 10 FT Cult packer, 3 Drum Roller, Cock Shutt & Eng Cock Shutt Tractor, 24 FT Grain Auger, 220 Air Compressor Upright, Arbour Press Hand Power, 3 PTH Post Hole Auger, 2 Cattle Oilers, Comet Arc Welder, Elec Meat Grinder, Buzz Saw Blades, Wic Weeder, Qty Elec Fence Supplies, Qty Assort Lumber. TRACTORS: Ford 7740 Powerstar SL 2200 HRS CAB P/S A/C 18.4 X 34 (EX), Kubota M8540 M35 LDR 4 WD 1750 HRS Shuttle 18.4 X 30 Rear (EX), MF 35 Diesel Tractor (Good), Cockshutt 30 Gas Semi-Restored New Engine Tires.

Apartments for Rent

Garages Sales

MARKHAM/ 14TH Ave- 1 bedroom basement apt. Laundry, parking. Satellite TV. Non-smoking/ pets. Available immediately. $750. (416)455-9280

TOT SPOT Garage Sale. Household, baby/ kids items. Multi-family. 28 Mill Street, Stouffville (off Main). Saturday, April 20th, 8am-12pm. Raindate Sunday.

MARKHAM- BRIGHT 2 bedroom apt. no pets, no smoking. Cable utilities included. Separate entrance. Available immediately. 905-472-4761, 416-274-1433 MARKHAM/ DENISON. 2 bedroom basement, separate entrance, laundry. Near school & shopping plaza. No smoking. No pets. Available immediately. 647-501-7751 MARKHAM/ HWY#7Large 2 bedroom above store. Separate entrance, parking. Close to amenities. $1200+ hydro. I m m e d i a t e l y . (416)889-1324. STOUFFVILLE- 1 bedroom basement, quiet residence, separate entrance, separate driveway. No smoking. No pets. Available June 1st. $850. inclusive. 905-640-7431 MARKHAM- MAIN Street/ Hwy7. 2 bedroom apartment, main-floor- duplex. Suits single/ couple. $1200 inclusive. Laundry, parking. June 15th. 905-722-4363, 416-984-9058 STOUFFVILLE- APARTMENT, quiet 4-storey building near amenities. Suits non-smoking individual/ couple. No pets. $1075 Must leave detailed message, 905-640-4727

Townhouses for Rent 3 BEDROOM- 21/2 bath, Great condition. Near Main St. Markham. Easy access to 407. $1,595+. John Procenko 905-471-2121.

Cars

Honda 2003 Civic SI in silver,155,000 kms., standard 5 speed Power/heated mirrors, sunroof, spoiler, great condition. Must sell, moving, asking $5,500. OBO Call Jeff 905-392-0181 mrgurney613@ gmail.com

NOTE: Long Time Residents Retiring from Farming. Please be on time Very Little Miscellaneous. Viewing available prior to sale by appointment only. Please call 905 852 5423

NO BUYERS PREMIUM CHECK WEBSITE FOR FURTHER INFORMATION AND PICTURES @ garyhillauctions.ca

Metrowide Auto Parts CERTIFIED RECYCLER $200 to $1000 Cars/Trucks/Vans Fast Free towing We sell parts 905-722-3223 905-960-5546

TERMS: Cash Visa, M/C, Debit and Approved Cheque. GARY HILL AUCTIONS 905-852-9538 - 800-654-4647 - 416-518-6401 garyhauctions@sympatico.ca

Mortgages/Loans

STRATEGIC MORTGAGES AVAILABLE • Consumer Proposal Mortgages. • Discharged From Bankruptcy Mortgages Must be an Existing Home Owner to Qualify.

Pre-approvals apply online: www.igotamortgage.ca

IGOTAMORTGAGE INC. Lic# 10921

Tel: 905-707-2324 Cleaning/Janitorial

WE CLEAN with love, care. Satisfaction is guaranteed. Professional, well HOOVER PARK/ 10th experienced. You'll be Line- Stouffville. 4 bed- happy! (416)704-4586 room house, close to everything, available immediately. 416-419-5041, 416-770-8069

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colors Available. Call 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper

VEHICLES: 1970 Olympic 399 Ski Doo, 1957 Chev Pick Up, 2005 Chev P/U 1500 Ex Cab 4X4 115,000 KLMS Loaded (AS IS), 1966 Pick Up 283 Eng, plus more.

Vehicles Wanted/Wrecking

Houses for Rent

Pools, Hot Tubs, Supplies

EQUIPMENT & TOOLS: NH # 67 Sq Baler, Ferguson 8 FT Cult 3 PTH, MF 5 FT Blade, MF 10 FT Cult 3 PTH, Round Bale Wagon, 7 Tooth Graham Plow, 5 Sect Diamond Harrows, 8 FT Chain Harrows 8 FT DBL Disc Great West Levelers, 2 Furrow Drag Plow, 6 FT Mott Mower, NH # 451 Sickle Mower, Ford 2 Row Corn Planter, Rnd Bale Grabber, Argo Trend 7 FT Snow Blower 3 PTH Hyd Chute, Flat Rack Wagon, Arbour 10 Ton Tri Axle Trailer, INT 6 CYL Engine, 3 PTH Fert Spreader, Wallenstein Wood Splitter, Qty Tube Gates, Approx 200 Cedar Rails, Qty Used Pressure Treated Posts, Qty Rnd Bale Feeders, Beatty Windmill Fans, Excello Milling Machine, Clover 18-27 Lathe 4 Jaw Chuck Asst Bitts, MF 5 FT Rotary Mower 3 PTH, 15 Kilowatt Generator, Qty 12 Ω Gauge High Tensil Fence Wire (used), Fransgard Rotary Hay Rake, 15 Run IH Seed Drill on Steel, JBD 3 PTH Sprayer, Vermeer 504 I Rnd Baler Hyd Tie, NH 488 Hay Bine, NH 327 Manure Spreader, MF 41 Dyna Balance Sickle Mower, Horst 8 FT Hyd Angle Snow Blade Alo Attachment, Shaver HD 12 Post Driver, Vogel ATV 5 FT Wick Weeder, ATV Grass Seeder and Sprayer, JBD Lawn Sprayer.

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Careers

Tax/Financial $$$NEED MONEY$$$ Do you have a pension plan from an ex-employer? (LIRA) or (locked in RRSP). Call NOW! 1-416-357-9585

Astrology/Psychics

Mortgages/Loans

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Legals

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS In the Estate of Thomas Richard Montgomery Date of Death January 30, 2013 I, the undersigned, propose to distribute the assets of the Estate of Thomas Richard Montgomery, late of the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville in the Regional Municipality of York, Retired Bus Driver, and will be responsible only for claims of which I have notice and which are received by me on or before the May 18th, 2013. DATED at Richmond Hill this 18th day of April, 2013. David Montgomery, Estate Trustee, by his solicitor, Robert H. Blackburn, Q.C., 10800 Yonge Street, 3rd Floor, Richmond Hill, Ontario, L4C 3E4

Auctions & Sales

OUR ANNUAL SPRING FARM MACHINERY SALE

for Estate of Mark Knapp of Uxbridge, Estate Musselman's Lake of Complete Wood Working Shop & Equipment, Farmers Retiring Mt. Albert, Lindsay, Sunderland of Tractors, Equipment, Toys for Boys, Vehicles, Tools. Boats. Golf Carts Saturday April 27, 2013 10:00 AM Van Haven Sales Arena 720 Davis Drive Uxbridge Consignments Welcome, Consign Early to Take Advantage of Full Services

Birthdays

Coming Events

COME AND GO TEA/ EUCHRE PARTY

for Freda Fockler's

80th Birthday!

Saturday, April 20/13 from 1pm-6pm Euchre starting at 2:30 at the Ballantrae Community Centre *Best Wishes Only*

Anniversaries

Coming Events

Pastor Howard Minaker ministered in Stouffville 36 years. His 90th Birthday Celebration is April 20th ~ 2:00pm to 4:00pm Open House 86 Beryl Ave., Stouffville

Anniversaries

Congratulation's On Your 60th Anniversary April 18th, 1953

TRACTORS: NH IN 750 Diesel Tractor 393 HRS 2 WD CAB PS Quickie Q 710 LDR AC 4 Speed ABC Joystick LDR 16.9 X 30 Rear, MF 240 Diesel Tractor Turf Tires Dual PS 918 HRS, INT B 275 Diesel Tractor, MF 375 Diesel Tractor LDR MF 236 16.9 X 28 Rear PS 4700 HRS, MF 250 Diesel Tractor 18.4 X 26 Rear 9300 HRS, 1941 Farmall A, 1951 Cock Shutt 30, B 275 International, Kubota G3800 4 Wheel Steer Two Ldrs, MF 285 Tractor, MF 35 Deluxe Tractor Trip Loader Gas (Good), more to list.

Giuseppe & Maria

COMBINES: JD 4400 Diesel Combine 2200 HRS Straw SPREADER New Belts Ex Runner, JD Combine 25 Flex Duals 2500 Sep Hours 4144 Eng Hours. EQUIPMENT: NH 488 Hay Bine 9 FT Thrower Hydro Belt, NH 316 Square Baler, INT Seed Drill Model 510 Grass Box, CASE 450 C Crawler Dozer Diesel 2920 HRS 8 FT Blade, Willmar X500 SS Tandem Fert Spreader PTO 4 Ton DBL Spreader, NH 185 Tandem Manure Spreader, JD 575 Diesel Skid Steer 2779 HRS Post Hole Digger Pallet Forks, New Idea 218 Tandem Manure Spreader, Hardi 3 PTH Foam Sprayer, CASE J84 Fork Lift Tires Air Side Shuttle, Kitch Hiker Priston Fork Lift, MF Field Fork Lift Side Shuttle, 16 FT PT Cultivator Manual Wings, 1460 TDC Gehl Round Baler, JD Model 920 Flex Head, FT PT Weber Lane Cult Wings (EX), JD Side Del Rake 4 Bar, Kill Bros 450 Gravity Wagon DBL Reach Hurst Gear Belly Dump, 550 Bushel Grain Buggy, JD 1010 Gas Dozer Loader, JD 800 Swather 12 FT, IH 844 wide Row Corn Head 4 Row, 20 FT Steel Bale Thrower Wagon, Manure Bucket, RND Bale Spear, 6 Row 444 JD Corn Head 30"Row, Deutz Fahr 4 Wheel Hay Tedder, JD 7000 Corn Planter Insecticides 4 Row 30"Meters Checked JD Monitor 30"Row, Case IH 5100 Seed Drill Packer Hitch Grass Box Dry Fert, Welger RP 15 RND Baler 4 X 5 Steel Rollers Soft Cure, JD Hay Elevator on Wheels, JD Plow 6 Furrows, White 256 DBL Disc 18 FT Spring Fold, NH Forage Silo Blower Model 28, Allied Hay Stoker, Gehl Forage Wagon, Grain Buggy, PTO Generator, NH 310 Hayliner Baler, NH 327 Manure Spreader, 2 X 16 FT Gates (bars), Allied Elevator Approx 20 FT, 16 FT Hay Wagon, Tomb Stone Round Feeder, Thrower Wagon, Sprayer, 50 Ton Snap on Press, JD Steel Fenders fit 4000 Series Tractors, New Round and Square Bale Racks 20- 24 FT No Gear, Wooden Spoke Flat Rack Wagon, 3 PTH RND Bale Spear, Ford 3 PTH 8 FT Blade, Mill Creek Manure Spreader Ground Driven, Tomb Stone RND Bale Feeder, more arriving.

We toast you and thank you beyond words for your fine example of love, commitment and determination in presenting to us what Marriage truly means. With many blessings from your daughters, Rita, Lucy, Josephine, & Angela, from your grandchildren Lisa, Dominic, Jesse, Jonathan, Joshua, Adam, Philip, Victoria, Olivia, and Jordan, and your great grandsons William and Anthony!

GOLF CARTS: 2 2006 Yamaha Golf Carts Roof Windshield Loaded Electric w Chargers. TRAILERS: Big Tex Tandem Flat Bed Beaver Tail 18 FT, 16 FT Stock Trailer. LAWN & GARDEN: Swisher 60 Inch Finishing Mower 13 Ω HP Gas Engine, 16 HP Jacobsen Home Lite Riding Lawn Mower, Turf Power Lawn Tractor 18 HP New Front Tires New Tubes Battery Mower Deck (Good), Toro Push Snow Blower, McKee 3 PTH Snow Blower, 3 PTH Ford Rotary Mower, 6 FT 3 PTH Finishing Mower, Ant Riding Mower, Rotary Mower 3 PTH 3 PTH Blade, Yard Works Riding Mower 17 HP 42 "Deck, more to list. TRACTOR TIRES:22 - 4X4 Truck Tires, 275 - 16 Tires & Rims, 265 - 75 - 16 Tires, Assort of Used 20.8 X 42"Tractor Tires, 2 18.4 X 34 "Rear Tractor Tires on Rims, Qty Truck Tires 34 Tires 4 Rims. TOOLS & MISC: Mig Welder & Tank Stand, Honda Chipper, Sm Band Saw, 12"Wood Chipper, High End Horse Tack Blankets Driving Harness Western Saddles English Saddles Horse Collars, Ant Sulky, 4 Wheel Horse Cart, Qty Tractor Lights, Qty New Reflectors, Qty New Tools, Fuses, Wiring, LED Lighting, Truck & Trailer Accessories, Air Tight Stove, Qty Automotive Manuals, 1 Ω "Vertical Water Pump, 2 X 3 Ω "Fan Air Exchange System, Industrial Shelving, Magnetic Drill, Sanders, Chop Saw, Band Saw, Makita Sander, Master Craft Router, Complete WOOD Working Shop Include Bits Routers Clamps Scroll Saws Orbit & Mitre Saws Planes Finishing Nailers Plunger Router Drill Press & Stand Dove Tail Kit Wolfe Craft Table, Sedore Wood Stove, WOOD Splitter on Wheels Wisconsin HYD Powered, Chain Saws, Bench Grinder, Table Saws, Drill Press, Qty Garden Tools, Plumbing HRDW, Elec Pump, Torch Set, Chains. LUMBER: 2 X 4, 2 X 6, 2 X 8, 2 X 10. TRUCKS & CARS: 2006 34 FT Red River Trail King Model OLB 334 Tandem with Lift Axle Live Bottom System, 1998 Ford Cummins Diesel 20 FT Case Box Thermo King MD-1 Reefer 5 Speed Elec Lift Gate, 1968 Ford Ranger Cert Off Body Restoration Short Box, 1985 Pontiac Trans Am 126,000 Eng Rebuilt at 109,923 klms Stored Winters No Rust New Hood Trunk Shocks, Cap off Ω Ton Truck, 2000 Jeep 4 X 4 6 CY Auto Loaded 280,000 (AS IS), 1972 El Camino Fully Restored Bumper to Bumper 350 30 Over Rebuilt Motor w 3000 Miles, 1994 Ton Truck Dump Box Duals Tarps 4 Speed PS/PB AS IS, 2000 Jeep TJ Sport 401,000 KLMS 6 Cy Hard & Soft Top, 1988 Jeep YJ, more to list. BOATS: To Be Listed. ADDITIONS: Agro Trend 750 Gal Sprayer w 60 FT Hydraulic Boom w 440 Rate Controller Dicky John Radar, Suzuki 400 4 X 4 ATV Quad Runner, Howse two 16 In Bottom Plow 3 PTH New, Cub Cadet 2166 Lawn Tractor Hydrostatic 225 HRS No bagger, JD LA165 Lawn Tractor w Mower, Cub Cadet SLTX 1054 Lawn Tractor 54 IN Deck Hydro Bagger, Kubota TD 1860 Lawn Tractor PS Hydro 161 HRS 54 In Deck, Poly Sheep/Hog Feeders, 826 Easy Vey 826 Belt, 16 FT 6 Ton Tandem Trailer Beaver Tail, 56 FT Skeliton Hay Elevator w Chain no Carriage, Cub Cadet Model 1715 Lawn Tractor, Glenco 24 FT Cultivator, INT 510 24 X 6 Grain Drill, Massey Fer Baler Model 228 Elect Control Thrower, Fan Guard Model TI 6000 Rake,GMC Truck 2005 101,000 KLMS, GMC 2000, Dump Trailer, 1992 Firebird, 1969 Pick Up, 2000 Yamaha Grizzly ATV, JD Crawler Loader 1010 Shuttle Shift / 810, JD Model 800 Swather Self Propelled, 2000 Jeep 4 X 4 6 CYL Auto Loaded 280,000, 22 - 4 4 Truck Tires, PR 275 - 16 Tires Rims, Pair 265 - 75 -16, Car Tires 216 - 70 R5 Rims, Cooper Tires, 16 FT Aluminum w 2 Moveable Seats, 4 Stroke 15 HP Mercury Motor Elect Start Yacht King Trailer w Spare Tire Travel Cover & Winter Storage Cover, Toro Lawn Mower New Blade Good, Table Saw Stand, Craftsman Heavy Duty Rototiller, 20 Ft Long 6 In Diameter Grain Auger Portable, 12 FT long 4 Ω In Diameter Grain Auger w motor, 17 FT Long 5 In Diameter Grain Auger w motor, 15 FT Long 5 In Diameter Grain Auger no motor, 2 Dryer Grain Aerators, 2006 Case 445 Skid Steer w 2000 Hours, Willrich 18 FT Hydraulic Fold Cultivator w Harrows, IH 5100 Grange Row 16 X 7 Single Disc, JD 4430 Tractor w 8300 Hours, MF 520 12 FT Disc Harrow w Mulcher, JD 5320 Tractor MFD - ROPS, NH 679 Tandem Spreader, NH 680 Tandem Spreader, 2006 34 FT Red River Trail King Model OLB 334 Tandem with Lift Axle Live Bottom System, 1998 Ford Cummins Diesel 20 FT Case Box Thermo King MD-1 Reefer 5 Speed Elec Lift Gate, 1968 Ford Ranger Cert Off Body Restoration Short Box, 1985 Pontiac Trans Am 126,000 Eng Rebuilt at 109,923 klms Stored Winters No Rust New Hood Trunk Shocks, Cap off Ω Ton Truck, 2000 Jeep 4 X 4 6 CY Auto Loaded 280,000 (AS IS), 1972 El Camino Fully Restored Bumper to Bumper 350 30 Over Rebuilt Motor w 3000 Miles, 1994 Ton Truck Dump Box Duals Tarps 4 Speed PS/PB AS IS, 2000 Jeep TJ Sport 401,000 KLMS 6 Cy Hard & Soft Top, 1988 Jeep YJ, more to list. NO BUYERS PREMIUM * TWO AUCTION RINGS SUBJECT TO ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS Visa, M/C, Debit and Approved Cheque. WATCH OUR WEBSITE FOR UPDATES AND LISTING

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SPORTS Ballantrae Golf Club opened Tuesday

Long, hard winter put hold on golf season BY MICHAEL HAYAKAWA

mhayakawa@yrmg.com

What a difference one year makes. Last year at this time, golfers were out on the fairways at public golf courses in Whitchurch-Stouffville thanks in large part to some co-operation from Mother Nature who produced unseasonably mild temperatures in March. But this year, those courses are still in a holding pattern, due largely to Old Man Winter, who remained around this neck of the woods after dumping snow and ice pellets last week. Not to mention some large amounts of rainfall afterwards. The end result are golf courses still in the process of drying up. “We’re really itching to open,” conceded Roy Chin, Maples of Ballantrae Golf Club head pro. “A couple of weeks ago we had targeted an April 19 opening. Right now though, we’re waiting for the course to dry up. No one wants to play in sloppy conditions.” Chin noted their situation is compounded by the fact the course is located in a higher elevation in the Oak Ridges Moraine. As a result, their course requires a few extra days to dry. In looking at the upcoming weather forecast for the week, Chin is keeping his fingers crossed they might be able to open some time next week. But that will once again depend on Mother Nature being in a co-operative mood. “Last year was a lucky year,” he said in reference to the course’s early March 23 opening in 2012. “This year it’s really back to normal.” Citing there’s no physical changes made to the

club’s 18-hole championship course, Chin said they made one alteration to their nine-hole executive in which they’ve added a bridge. As a result, players can now use power carts on that course. For those hoping to get an early start on the season, Chin suggested they call the course to get further updates. While the Maples of Ballantrae is still feeling the effects of the recent snow and rain, Ballantrae Golf Club opened its doors for business Tuesday. Tanya McGee, club manager, credited their excellent drainage system in helping them dry up the 18-hole public course from the wet weather experienced last week to open in what she described as their traditional time frame. But it is a far cry from last year when they began business March 31.

‘Last year was a lucky year. This year it’s really back to normal.” “We usually try to open around the middle of April,” she said. “But everything is weather dependant.” Although the course is open, McGee was quick to note golfers can only walk the course. For those hoping to use power carts, she said it will be weather dependant. If the course dries up sufficiently, they will allow carts to be used by the weekend at the earliest. Those looking to get in some early golf at Ballantrae will not see any physical changes to the course, McGee said.

It won’t be long before you’re back playing area public courses in short pants and sleeves. Ballantrae Golf Club opened this week.

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When the Stouffville District Secondary School Spartans senior boys take to the pitch for preseason tilts, it enables Jamie Hewitt to see what his club is capable of doing. Playing a pair of friendlies in which they defeated Stratford Northwestern 36-5 before falling short in a 10-5 decision against Medway Collegiate at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo Monday, the Spartans’ veteran head coach was pleased with several aspects of their play. “We didn’t play too bad,” Hewitt said. “When we play our style of rugby we’re very good. But we have to stick with our system and be on the same page.” In the win over Stratford Northwestern, the Spartans jumped out to a quick 10-0 lead just three minutes into the match and it appeared the rout was on. But the Spartans let their guard down and allowed their opponents to score their lone try of the match which reduced their advantage to 10-5 by halftime. That appeared to serve as a wake-up call for the Spartans in the second half as they scored 26 unanswered points. Chris Matsoukas, Marnus Coetsee, Brendan Reesor, Matt Renzoni, Cody Scott and Matt Espey each had one try. Renzoni also booted three converts. Against Medway, the Spartans trailed 5-0 in the first half and had a good opportunity to tie the score only to be denied after their

opponents came up with a big defensive stand. After Medway padded their lead with another try in the second half, the Spartans battled back to cut their deficit when J.R. Newlands scored a try. Unfortunately for the Spartans that would be as close as they would get before the match concluded. What Hewitt drew most from the match was his club’s ability to play a physical game against another tough team. “Medway is an extremely physical team and our kids proved they can play a physical team. That was good. I thought we showed good character,” he said. Most disturbing to Hewitt, though, was the overall fitness level exhibited by his players. Hewitt hopes his players will exhibit a little more self discipline if they hope to regain the YRAA title after losing in last year’s tier one final to Bill Crothers Secondary School. “We learned that our guys did not do a lot of fitness on their own time,” he said. “I don’t know why. But hopefully that will change.” The Spartans return to action tomorrow at the Saltfleet Secondary School tournament at McMaster University. “Most OFSAA bound teams are in this event,” Hewitt said. “Teams like St. John’s College (Brantford), Saltfleet, Uxbridge Secondary School, Barrie Central and Oakville Trafalgar. “This is definitely a big event.”

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Whitchurch-Stouffville Minor Hockey Association P.O. Box 976, Stouffville, Ontario, L4A 8A1 Phone 905 642-2835 • Fax: 905- 642-4843 www.wsmha.com • info@wsmha.com

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Growing baseball group finds field of dreams at day camp complex BY MICHAEL HAYAKAWA

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The Stouffville Baseball Association couldn’t have been happier with the number of youngsters who registered for its inaugural campaign last year. But that success came with a price in finding enough ball diamonds to house their house league and select programs. And with the association launching six new rep teams for the upcoming season, it faced a bit of a quandry. Just recently though, the association executives found their field of dreams on the grounds of Camp Robin Hood, located in a rural setting on the east side of Reesor just south of Elgin Mills Road, south of Stouffville. A family owned and operated facility for more than 50 years, Camp Robin Hood is a traditional day camp for youngsters between the ages of three to 13 which provides a variety of recreational activities and has an onsite sports academy. Included as a part of their facilities are three existing baseball diamonds, which will be used by the association for all of its divisions ranging from T-ball to midget. To be known as the Stouffville Yankees Baseball Complex, the facility will be put to use during the early evening hours Monday through Friday and on weekends, since Camp Robin Hood functions as a day camp only, said George Karanopoulos, association president. Combined with what existing ball diamonds they had access to last season in Whitchurch-Stouffville and Bethesda, Karanopoulos said the three additional diamonds are a timely blessing. “This will allow us to grow the game of baseball for future years to come,” he said of their newly created partnership with Camp Robin Hood. Along with gaining access to the ball diamonds, Karanopoulos said Camp Robin Hood will give players access to their other recreational amenities including its basketball and tennis courts. There’s also a full concession stand on site catering to parents and players. “The partnership with Camp Robin Hood will allow the association to create a family first atmosphere with all the diamonds in one park,” Karanopoulos said. Along with receiving the good news of finding additional ball diamonds, the association is eagerly looking forward to what organizers feel will be another exciting season and

they have plenty of planned activities to help promote the sport. First off is their season kickoff banquet event at the Camp Robin Hood Aerodome May 3 at 6 p.m. At the event, the registrants will receive their uniforms, be served pizza and refreshments and meet their coaches and fellow players. As they’ve renewed their partnership with the Toronto Blue Jays and Honda this season, the association will conduct an instructional clinic at the Stouffville Yankees Baseball Complex June 9 from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. During the clinic, the association will host a barbecue and have a number of giveaways including Blue Jays tickets, T-shirts and baseball caps. Registration for the event, which has limited enrollment, can be done through the Blue Jays website.

And with the association launching six new rep teams for the upcoming season, it faced a bit of a quandry. The association will also be attending a Blue Jays game June 8 as its first annual Stouffville Baseball Association’s Day at the Jays game. Youngsters will be able to run the bases after the game as a part of the Junior Jays Saturday program. Tickets will be available through the association and are on a first come, first served basis due to limited number of seats. The season will wind down when the association hosts its Houseleague Championship weekend Sept. 7 complete with a post season banquet that includes trophies, barbecues, Blue Jays giveaways and lots of fun for the entire family. As baseball in Stouffville dates back to 1955 when the Stouffville Cardinals started and created many memories at Memorial Park, the association wants to continue the tradition and hopes to build on it after being voted the York Simcoe Baseball Association of the Year in 2012. The creation of the Stouffville Yankees Baseball Complex, Karanopoulos said, will be a positive step in that direction. “We hope to see you at the new field of dreams at Camp Robin Hood this summer playing the game that the pros play,” he said.

The Organizing Committee of the 2013 OHF Juvenile AAA Championships would like to thank the following for all of their support. Without you this would not have been possible. Warrior Hockey BMO Financial Group Boston Pizza - Stouffville Boyd’s Source for Sports Gary Roberts High Performance Training Cranley Family IronHead Smart-Tec Energy Team FX Beaumarc Printing Briarwood Homes Butler Recycling Fairgate Homes Genesys Plumbing Greg Roberts - Invest Planning Council Lynde Centre for Dermatology Scotiabank Stonehouse Travel Total Hockey Skills Unionville Appliance Vanplas Inc. Special Thank You To:

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