Neighbour Paper May 2023 Newmarket Aurora

MANHA AND LAIBA YUSUF

SISTERS, MENTAL HEALTH ADVOCATES & GOOD NEIGHBOURS

Photo by Glenn Rodger Photography

NEIGHBOUR MEDIA UPDATE

Welcome to the May edition of the Neighbour Paper!

As always, we’d like to thank our community partners and the neighbourhood for helping us build another incredible edition to share with you this month.

Here are some things to look forward to throughout May:

Mental Health Awareness Month

For the Star Wars fans out there… May the fourth be Cinco de Mayo is a perfect excuse to support your favourite local Mexican restaurant or business.

Coronation of Charles III and his wife, Camilla, as King and Queen of the United Kingdom and the other Commonwealth realms, is scheduled to take place on at Westminster Abbey.

National Nursing Week is May 8th - 14th. A BIG Neighbour shoutout to all of the nurses who help to keep our community healthy.

Mother’s Day is May 14th - Do Not Forget! Let’s make sure to show all of the Moms out there how much we appreciate them and everything that they do for us.

Victoria Day long weekend (aka May Two-Four) is May 20th - 22nd, which means Summer is just around the corner!!! Woohoo!

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Lynnette Lanning

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Elisa Laxdal

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NEIGHBOUR COVER STORY

Manha and Laiba Yusuf

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Manha Yusuf and Laiba Yusuf are two young sisters who started volunteering and fundraising in Newmarket and surrounding areas 5 years ago. The girls have collectively raised over $52,000 in financial and in-kind donations and have donated the funds and items to various charities across the region. Manha and Laiba have collectively volunteered over 4000 hours to date, serving the community and making a difference in the lives of under-privileged, homeless, lower income households, seniors and youth. The girls have annual fundraisers, including backpack drives, winter holiday drives, free art therapy and pet therapy sessions to help improve the mental health of the participants, community bbq events for the homeless, holiday dinners for lower income residents, and fresh fruit/vegetable donations to local organizations - just to name a few! The girls are continuing to work on new initiatives and are focused on issues that impact mental health, creating positive, affordable solutions for everyone. Some of the charities they have supported so far include Inn from the Cold, Rose of Sharon, Belinda's Place, 360 Kids, Children Aid Society, Sickkids, Southlake, Yellow Brick House, Newmarket Food Pantry, Center for Addiction and Mental Health, CMHA, and Co-op Housing Society Newmarket. The girls successfully registered their organization as an incorporated non-profit organization in 2022 and continue to be an inspiration for younger and older generations alike.

Visit stampoutstigma.ca to learn more about the amazing work these girls have done and continue to do in our community!

“Since meeting Myles, Lynnette and Elisa I have watched them help build our community in Newmarket and Aurora. They are always working promoting charities and events within the community which impressed me greatly and is the reason I advertise every month in the Neighbour Paper. Our community is better because of them.”

Mike Cartwright, Main Street Realty

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Chris Cartwright has been on the Newmarket Food Pantry board of directors since November 2017 and is currently the Board Chair. The NFP serves the local community, providing 10-14 days of groceries for those in need. The Community Fridge launched last year in June and the community has really come together to stock the fridge, including a lot of small businesses. At the Pantry their vision is to have a community free from hunger and the fridge is one of the many initiatives they have to support that vision.

Eat, Drink and Play IN YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD

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Cobs Bread Aurora raised dough throughout the month of March for Hope House Community Hospice! Celebrating 40 Years, Hope House Community Hospice is a volunteer-driven community agency offering specialized services and support to those diagnosed with life-threatening illness, their family and caregivers, and those who are bereaved. The generous support of donors and community partners like this, allows them to offer all of their programs at no cost.

Letter from MAYOR MRAKAS

Spring has finally sprung, and we are starting to see some warmer double-digit weather here in Aurora! But with the snow gone, the litter around Town is becoming more apparent. Let’s all do our part to clean-up our yards and keep our community litter-free. A special thanks to all the residents, businesses and community groups that participated in our annual clean-up event last month. We appreciate your hard work and dedication to keeping our Town looking green!

As we settle into May, we have another green-focused event coming up: the Town’s second annual Electric Vehicle Showcase. Taking place on Sunday, May 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., in the parking lot at the Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex, this full-day event will be the perfect opportunity to test drive, analyze and compare the latest electric vehicles and charging solutions. You’ll also be able to learn from experts and chat with other EV owners. Plus, don’t miss the exclusive opportunity to take a spin around our micro-mobility test track and learn more about the SARIT micro mobility car – a made-in-Aurora innovation developed by Stronach International founder, Frank Stronach! I really do encourage you to make it out to this great event, as driving electric is an important way residents can help reduce their carbon footprint. More details about this event can be found at: aurora.ca/EVshowcase

As always, I encourage residents and businesses to reach out to me at any time either by phone, through social media or in-person. I look forward to keeping everyone informed and engaged - #gettingthingsdone

Community Connection in the Heart of Downtown

Rooted in Aurora’s history and created with an inclusive and sustainable focus, Aurora Town Square is a dynamic community facility and vibrant outdoor square. Soon, it will offer unlimited possibilities for arts and culture, entertainment, shopping, dining, and more.

“Town Square is the culmination of years of planning and incredible transformation of this space, while maintaining the character of our historic downtown,” said Phil Rose, Manager of Cultural Services with the Town of Aurora.

The Square is a key part of the Town’s downtown revitalization, complementing Aurora’s small-town charm with big-city amenities. Features include:

• 29,000 square-foot outdoor community space. During the winter, a beautiful skating loop will be complete with an overhead catenary lighting system. During the warmer months, an interactive water feature and Amphitheatre will be a hub for community gatherings, events, performances, and more.

• 32,000 square-foot addition to the beloved Church Street School. Featuring a flexible Performance Hall with seating for up to 250 patrons and a variety of multi-purpose arts programming spaces.

• Permanent artifact collection. Enjoy what the Aurora Museum & Archives has to offer in an environmentally controlled collections space.

• Year-round connectivity. The Treasure Hill Bridge will provide visitors with year-round access to Aurora Public Library and the new Museum and Cultural Centre.

“We can't wait for you to experience this new community hub during our first year of full programming in 2024.”

Until then, subscribe for exclusive behind-the-scenes updates in The Square’s monthly newsletter (engageaurora.ca/auroratownsquare) and connect on Facebook, Instagram (@AuroraTownSquare) and Twitter (@AuroraSquare).

Designing Hope Spring Fashion Affair

Celebrities, Food, Fashion and Fun

All proceeds will go to Abuse Hurts

Tickets: $85

June 7th, 2023

Doors Open at 6:30p.m.

Proudly Presents: Old Town Hall - 460 Botsford St. Newmarket

Your ticket includes: Signature Cocktail, Italian themed light bites and entrance to the Fashion Show.

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On March 29th, the Town of Aurora o cially welcomed Team Sweden with a reception at NC Aurora Armoury! Aurora was their home as they prepared for the World Championships. A HUGE shout-out to the Town staff for all their hard work in pulling this event together! #youreingoodcompany

Piazza Italian Eatery. Mercato donated the Wednesday Night dinner to Welcoming Arms so that they could feed over 150 meals to individuals in our community that are experiencing food insecurity. Thank you Piazza for feeding our community! #goodneighbour

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NEIGHBOURHOOD PETS

May is National Pet Month!

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Mochi

Hi, I’m Mochi. Some people say my eyes are crossed, but I don’t see it... I love a good sweater and enjoy long walks on my leash. My proud pawrents, Rose and Mike, decided to submit my photo after seeing the April Pet Page at Cardinal Press on Main Street.

Daisy

My name is Daisy and I’m a rescue dog, but don’t tell my humans - because I actually rescued them. They are much happier and laugh a lot more now that I've moved into their home. I give them lots of love and kisses and in return they take me for walks and play squeaky-ball-catch, which is my favourite thing to do in the whole world.

Simba

Woof! Hi there - my name is Simba and I am a 2 year old golden retriever. I love my pool, my toys, my family and I especially love shoes.

Jimmy

I’m Jimmy! You may recognize me from around Historic Newmarket - my favorite place to visit. I will be turning 10 this year and have been told I’m a Shih tzu mix of some sort. All I know for sure is I’m 100% unique with my awesome personality, lopsided ears and snaggletooth. Most importantly though... My family loves me and Life is Good!

Abby

Hi there - I'm Abby, a 6 year old Galah Cockatoo! I love car rides, visiting Starbucks and to cause as much mischief as I can. I also love dancing and hanging upside down. Follow my adventures @abbysamazon

Finnegan

I’m a 10 year old English Golden Retriever and my name is Finnegan! I’m pretty easy going and love people and other dogs. I’m really outdoorsy and enjoy long walks, playing with my ball, and in the summer I’m a real boater dog. I love the water and rolling in the grass and sometimes in the mud. Life is pretty darn good!

Want to see your pet on this page? Email their name, caption and photo to elaxdal@neighbourmedia.ca

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Sheila Stewart, salesperson with Main Street Realty, hosted an Easter Egg Hunt at the Dinosaur Park in Newmarket, on Easter Monday! It was an incredible turnout

kids of all ages enjoyed running around the park in search of the copious amounts of hidden treats!

loved this event.

Letter from MAYOR TAYLOR

Sprucing up for summer

With Spring in full swing, we’re setting our mind to sprucing up Newmarket.

Saturday, May 6 marks the annual Community Clean-Up Day. Residents across Newmarket will pitch in to clean up parks and trails in their neighbourhood.

Thanks to everyone who takes part in the clean-up each year. Check the town’s website for details on where you can pick up a clean-up kit.

I’ve taken part in clean-up day since it began and I marvel at how far it has come since the first event over 40 years ago when I waded into the Holland River to pull out shopping carts and old car tires.

Town crews will be trimming the parks in the near future and street sweepers are out right now, cleaning up the sand and debris left from winter maintenance. These clouds of dust will soon be replaced with an explosion of colorful plants and flowers in the baskets and barrels downtown.

Keeping Newmarket clean needs to be a team effort town wide. I hope we can count on everyone to do a little something to keep our town tidy. I also hope you have the opportunity to enjoy all the beauty that Newmarket has to offer throughout the summer.

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Please join us in congratulating Jerisha Grant Hall! On March 29th, Jerisha received the Ted Rogers CEO Award for Humanitarianism. Jerisha is the Chairperson and Founder of the Newmarket African Caribbean Canadian Association. To find out more about this incredible organization, visit naccacommunity.ca

CHEERS TO 1 YEAR IN THE NEIGHBOURHOOD! We've enjoyed capturing moments, sharing stories and connecting businesses, charities and neighbours throughout our first year in business. To help us celebrate our 1st Anniversay, we've teamed up with Market Brewing Co. to create this limited time Hard & Fancy can! 25 cents from each can purchased will be donated to a local charity of the community's choice. Be sure to stop by the MB Co. taproom to grab yours and scan the QR code to vote!

The 2nd Annual Diaperama event, in support of Rose of Sharon Services for Young Mothers happened on April 14th at Market Brewing Co. Event sponsors Picone Real Estate, Neighbour Media and MB Co. were joined by so many amazing commmunity members who were eager to help this local organization build a diaper mountain! There were games, Zucca's on the go, delicious brews and TANGENT rocked the taproom all night long!

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May has been called the month of grace as it is the fifth month in the year and the number five symbolizes grace. May is my favourite month of the year. It is when we see our gardens begin to blossom and trees start coming to life. I can feel the unmerited gift of nature coming to life once again, and for that, I am grateful.

Over the past month, I was gifted with the opportunity to meet with many great local businesses and residents at various events held in our community. So impressed with Wolfpack Packaging Inc. and Pulp Moulded Products. A local manufacturer of eco-friendly packaging alternatives and custom-made goods using recycled materials. This business is focused on green technology, and I loved the recycle, recycle, recycle culture of this business.

Thank you to Sansei Jones for the kind invitation to speak at the Junior’s Karate Tournament held at the Magna recreation centre in Newmarket. Participating in sports is incredibly important for individuals and our society. They bring people together, promote teamwork, and teach us the value of healthy competition.

Great evening at Market Brewing to help build a diaper mountain to benefit the Rose of Sharon Services for Young Mothers. It was a full house and thanks to the generosity of all who attended, that mountain was built with more than 200 large boxes of diapers!

I would like to thank Neighbour Media for all they do for our community. I believe in this business as they always put the community first. This to me is what ‘Building Our Community’ is all about. Congratulations on your 1 st anniversary. Wishing you many more years of successful community building as you are making a positive difference.

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The Ontario government is expanding the Investing in Women’s Futures program to 10 additional locations across the province to create more economic opportunities for women. This expansion is part of a $6.9 million investment over 3 years to enhance the program and help more women who experience social and economic barriers to connect to supports and develop the skills they need to gain financial security and independence. On March 27th, MPP Gallagher Murphy visited Women’s Centre of York Region in Newmarket to make the investment announcement.

The Ontario government is investing an additional $202 million annually in the province’s Homelessness Prevention Program and Indigenous Supporting Housing Program (which includes an allocation of $36,701,600 to the Regional Municipality of York). The additional funding will help those experiencing or at risk of homelessness and support community organizations delivering supportive housing.

Love is precious yet, moms give it to their children unconditionally.

Wishing ALL moms, and to all mother figures, a very Happy Mother’s Day

On April 6th, Neighbour Media participated in the Beer & Chocolate Pairing Event at Old Flame Brewing Co. in Newmarket! The series of beers and Cocoa40inc chocolates perfectly complimented each other - in ways that we were not expecting. If you missed it - don’t worry! There will be more beer pairing events to come, so keep an eye out for the next one. #RegardTheBeer

On April 2nd, Jenna was showered with love from her family and friends at her baby shower! Her daughter, Magnolia will be joining our community this May.

NC Aurora Armoury can set a table to accommodate any occasion! During the Armoury Spring Open House they showcased what makes this gorgeous event space so special. Niagara College – Aurora Armoury chefs offer in-house catering services, community pop-up events in the Armoury space, corporate team building sessions and tailored industry training programming to support the GTA and beyond. Visit ncauroraarmoury.ca to learn more!

Coming Soon to Aurora

While many claim to be environmentally conscious, there are few who are genuinely making a significant impact in sustainable building by creating meaningful solutions. Howland Green Homes is one such company, which aims to exceed net-zero standards and enter net positive territory. Their latest venture, the Wellington East Business Centre in Aurora (located at Wellington St. E and 404), is the largest o ce building in Canada that goes beyond net-zero standards.

“We can reduce our consumption greatly and it’s relatively easy to accomplish,” says Dave de Sylva, president of Howland Green Homes. “We need to use much less energy, in general, and start using today’s energy, such as solar and geothermal, rather than carbon-based options.”

Coming in at roughly 80,000 square feet, the Wellington East Business Centre will capture more renewable energy than it requires for the operation of the entire structure annually, reducing its operational energies by about 85% . Powered by sun and geothermal energy, it will serve as the perfect combination of ecology, economy and technological advancement. Owning a space at this building is saving more than just the planet. Thanks to all its focus on conservation, it’s saving businessowners money month over month, year over year.

Howland Green is a builder and developer of residential and commercial properties with a commitment to building with greater sustainability than any other builder in Canada. They have recently launched a new commercial o ce condominium in Aurora, with units now for sale.

For more information visit howlandgreen.com or email info@howlandgreen.com.

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On St. Patrick’s Day, Theatre Aurora hosted a wonderful fundraiser in support of the York Region Food Network (YRFN). The sold out event was organized by Gerri Sefi, a long time volunteer with YRFN and member of Theatre Aurora. Guests enjoyed homemade Irish stew and soda bread for dinner, a performance by A Cappella York, bidding on silent auction items and spending a fun evening with friends. The event raised $1,078 and YRFN is so grateful to Gerri and her team of volunteers for their support!

It was a full house at the Aurora Chamber of Commerce Breakfast & Learn

JUNE 23-24TH FAIRY LAKE

Salon City is a new and exciting concept opening in Aurora that is set to revolutionize the personal care industry, offering 37 suites for rent to those working in the personal care space. The studios at Salon City have been designed to meet the needs of personal care professionals, each featuring high-end finishes and modern amenities; perfect for hair stylists, estheticians, nail technicians, and other personal care professionals looking for a premium workspace to serve their clients.

Salon City is not just another rental space. It is a community of like-minded professionals; all working together to build their businesses and offer the best possible services to their clients. With a focus on collaboration and community, Salon City provides professionals with a platform to connect and network with each other, sharing ideas and best practices to enhance the services they offer.

With the creation of Salon City University (SCU), Salontrepreneurs will have access to the tools they need to succeed. Offering individual and group coaching on subjects ranging from creating a business plan to marketing, SCU will help Salontrepreneurs understand the business of business.

The location of Salon City is also a major draw for personal care professionals. Situated in the heart of Aurora, the development is easily accessible by car, public transit, and even on foot. The location is also ideal for clients, with plenty of parking available.

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New Business Sneak Peek! Neighbour Media was joined by Mayor Mrakas and represenatives from the Town of Aurora Economic Development team, RBC and Salon City for a hard hat tour of the soon-to-open Salon City, located at 14800 Yonge Street, Unit 118, Aurora. Envisioned as a Personal Care Business Incubator, the unique environment provides personal care providers with the ability to network and collaborate with like-minded professionals, looking to grow their individual businesses, together. To find out more, visit saloncity.ca

On April 3rd, the Scotiabank Women in Leadership Group dropped off Easter Baskets to Yellow Brick House for women & children at the shelter during the Easter holiday!

On April 1st, Team Sweden held a public practice and autograph session! Thank you to the Town of Aurora, the volunteers and the sponsors that made this exciting event possible.

Same Great People & Serviceswith a New Name

What’s new in the neighbourhood? Carruthers Financial is now Carruthers Walker Financial! Same great people, same great services, and a new name! This renewed and updated name reflects our company’s growth. Together with the team, Keith, Jennifer, and Diego have served the financial needs of individuals and businesses across York Region for over 30 years. From retirement and estate planning for individuals and families, to group benefit programs for companies. We understand life isn’t a straight line, so we’ll work together to identify and set your goals, build a financial plan, and help you adjust the sails along the way. Our business is based on the lasting relationships we have built in the community. We look forward to continuing to work with you.

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The Chris Cartwright Team community Easter event on April 2nd at Old Town Hall in Newmarket. Registration was

NEIGHBOURHOOD EVENTS

This year's 45th annual Community Cleanup will launch on May 6th, with a cleanup event in each ward. Stop by one of the locations to pick up a free cleanup kit (while quantities last) and follow the instructions to help cleanup Newmarket's parks, trails and greenspaces. After May 6th, cleanup kits will then be available at Customer Service kiosks (Municipal O ces, Ray Twinney Recreation Complex and Magna Centre) from the 7th - 21st. Find locations and more information at newmarket.ca

WHEN: May 6th - 21st

WHERE: Newmarket

Newmarket is o cially taking part in the world's largest and most stylish charitable motorcycle event. Join hundreds of thousands of dapper gentlefolk riding stunning motorcycles on the same day around the world, for men's health. The goal for 2023 is to raise awareness and $6m USD for prostate cancer research and men’s mental health on behalf of charity partner Movember. All riders must be registered at gentlemansride.com to view the confidential local ride details. Fundraise and be rewarded.

WHEN: May 21st

WHERE: Newmarket

The Aurora Lions Club is organizing the Pet Valu Walk for Guide Dogs! The mission is to empower Canadians with disabilities to navigate their world with confidence and independence by providing Dog Guides at no cost to them and supporting each pair in their journey together. Dog Guides are trained to master specific skills to assist Canadians and each Dog Guide costs approximately $35,000 to raise, train, and place. Register to participate in-person or virtually at walkfordogguides.com

WHEN: May 28th; Registration Opens - 10am, Walk Begins - 11am

WHERE: Queen’s Jubilee Park on John West Way

Join Pine Tree Potters' Guild at their annual Spring Sale and choose from over 2000 unique creations of functional and decorative porcelain, stoneware, and Raku pottery. This event is accessible to all and entry to the sale is free! Guild members also donate pieces to sell at a designated “Empty Bowls” table, where 100% of those proceeds are donated to local charities.

WHEN: May 4th & 5th: 10am-9pm, 6th: 10am-5pm, 7th: 10am-4pm

WHERE: Newmarket’s Old Town Hall

Join us for a wonderful afternoon of music, Gran Aurora crafts and refreshments. All proceeds go to the Stephen Lewis Foundation Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign which directly supports sub–Saharan African grandmothers who struggle to raise their AIDS orphaned grandchildren. Our motto is stronger than ever: We will not rest until they can rest. Tickets ($30) may be purchased at ticketscene.ca or through Pat Parker (905) 715-2570 / martinpark@rogers.com

WHEN: May 28th; Market Place - 2pm, Concert - 3pm

WHERE: Bethel Christian Community Church, Newmarket

BRAVE is a 1-day event to remind girls (ages 12-16) that they are valuable and worth being celebrated. Encouraging them to dream big for the future, empowering them to be strong and live freely, celebrating diversity—all colors, shapes & sizes! Our goal is to give them a boost of confidence and self-esteem and inspire them to be brave. BRAVE intentionally reaches vulnerable girls (foster care/probation/sexual abuse/divorce) who are at risk of human tra cking. BRAVE believes girls are the solution, not the problem. Register at northridgesa.com/brave

WHEN: June 3rd, 9:30am-2pm

WHERE: Northridge Community Church of The Salvation Army

On April 19th, Neighbour Media celebrated our 1st Birthday at Market Brewing Co. Surrounded by family, friends and so many of our incredible community partners and supporters, we marked the milestone with amazing food, drinks and fun! Thank you to MB Co. for hosting and the tasty beverages, to The IRV Food truck, A Million Mouthfuls, COBS Bread Aurora & Newmarket, Fraktals and Supermoon Newmarket for providing the delicious food, to Eco Guardian for donating the plates & cutlery, to Celebrating Events & Decor for the balloons & marquee letters, and to EVERYONE who was there or reached out to show their love - we appreciate you all SO MUCH!

Hello Neighbours! As spring settles in, I hope this season of renewal is a happy one for you and your families. This month across Canada we celebrate Asian Heritage Month. For the last two centuries, immigrants have come to Canada from across Asia, bringing with them a rich heritage representing many languages, ethnicities, and religions.

May also marks Jewish Heritage Month which serves as an opportunity for all Canadians to reflect upon the tremendous obstacles that the Jewish people have overcome that led to seek safety in Canada. This month is an opportunity for all of us to recommit our solidarity with Jewish Canadians and stand together against antisemitism in all its forms.

I encourage you to learn more about and celebrate the heritage of Asian and Jewish peoples and their vast contributions to Canada’s social, economic, political, and cultural fabric and recognize their contributions and achievements.

During May, we recognize Red Dress Day: The National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and Two Spirited people. Our government is working with provinces, territories, Indigenous organizations, and communities across the country to end racism, discrimination and violence against Indigenous women, girls and 2SLBGTQI+ people through the federal pathway. This pathway will evolve to remain effective in ending the national tragedy of MMIWG and 2SLGBTQI+ people.

As always, it is a pleasure to represent you in the House of Commons as your Member of Parliament. Please know that you can always reach out to me with your interests and concerns. My team and I are happy to assist you. Additionally, you can follow me on social media to get updates on the work I am doing to represent you, and join me for a Coffee & Chat, which are listed on my website leahtaylorroymp.ca

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Community members Michelle Black and Divya Kambhoj organized a neighbourhood food drive from March 30th - April 1st. They asked their neighbours to let them know if they would like to contribute, then Michelle and Divya did a porch pick-up for all donations. They ended up collecting 25 bags of groceries for The Aurora Food Pantry!

The Art of Storytelling exhibit at Royal Rose Gallery welcomed Indiginous Artist Steve Snake on April 5th to discuss his art and share his stories.

On March 25th our Curling Bonspiel Fundraiser for CMHA at the York Curling Club was a HUGE success with over 96 participants!

A fun time was had by all and we raised $6,000 in support of the Canadian Mental Health Association - York Region and South Simcoe.

Everyone swept their little hearts out getting that rock into the house and who doesn’t love a game where the winner has to buy the losers a drink....cheers!

We would like to thank all of our Sponsors, draw prize donors and participants in helping make this our most successful fundraiser to date! We could not have done this without the outpouring of support and assistance and of course all of the volunteers that pitched in to make this day happen.

A huge THANK YOU to…

Our Gold Sponsor: Epstein & Associates - Barristers & Solicitors

The generous companies who donated our Draw Prizes: Touchbox, Market Candle Company, Kloster’s, Ground Burger Bar, Noah Desjardin & Meagan Eason, Anna Lester, David Brereton & family, The Schomberg Pub, Royal Lepage RCR Realty, Woof N Cuts, Blumarbl Fine Foods, Spring Mill Distillery, The Paint Lady, Heart in Home, Red Butt Ceramics, Crackle Coffee, Westland Insurance Group.

Jill Renshaw, Broker - Royal Lepage RCR Realty, and her team hosted a charity bonspiel in support of CMHA York Region & South Simcoe on March 25th at the York Curling Club. The event raised over $6,000 and was a day filled with tons of fun, great prizes and lots of laughs.

Jill Renshaw Bonspiel for CMHA

Join us this Summer!

CHATS will see you at: Aurora Street Festival - June 4

Vince’s Community BBQ, Sharon East Gwillimbury - June 23 Newmarket Canada Day - July 1

Bradford West Gwillimbury Carrot Fest - August 18 & 19 chats.on.ca

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Community & Home Assistance to Seniors

The Community & Home Assistance to Seniors (CHATS) Better with Age Whisky Tasting event on March 21st was a huge success! Cheers to CHATS and the individuals that came out to support this fundraiser for an organization that does so much for seniors in our community!

A Million Little Stitches Quilt Show was held on April 15th & 16th at the Newmarket Community Centre. The Region of York Quilters Guild showcased 100's of quilted items, set up a tea room and ra ed a quilt that was created by the guild - donating the proceeds to Margaret Bahen Hospice. Close to 1000 people attended the event, including local dignitaries MP Leah Taylor Roy and MPP Dawn Gallagher Murphy.

The Town of Aurora goes with the flow! It was a fascinating day learning about Flow Alkaline Spring Water with Emerging Aurora and the Aurora Chamber of Commerce. Thank you, Flow - we're glad you're our neighbour!

The Town of Aurora and ASK Online Canada are collaborating to bring a high school recreation and active living leadership course for females who want to be coaches and leaders in sport and recreation.

• First aid training

• Leadership and communication skills training

• Practice and event planning knowledge and much more!

Receive a grade 12 credit towards your OSSD!

Winter 2024 courses open for registration

To learn more, contact Hailey Jones at hjones@aurora.ca.

Get to Know YOUR NEIGHBOURS

Jennifer Walker

What is your most memorable community moment?

Last summer, my daughter was a part of the Marquee Summer Camp. They put together a production of Mary Poppins, which they performed on a beautiful summer early evening in the Aurora Town Park.

What is your favourite food?

My “go to” is always pizza! From the store bought slice… to our homemade creations… to the fancy flatbreads at high end restaurants … pizza is always a hit!

If you could give advice to your younger self, what would it be?

As the saying goes, life is a marathon. It is hard in the moment to realize, but when you relax and worry a little less, things come easier and life is more enjoyable. Smell the roses!

What is your favourite song, artist/group or genre of music?

During the pandemic, I took up the ukulele! This has driven me to really appreciate the Beatles. I have many memories of my parents playing their songs, and now I am learning them! My current favourite to play is “Yesterday”.

How do you giveback or pay-it-forward within the community?

I am very proud to be a part of the 100 Women Who Care and the Aurora Chamber of Commerceboth giving me many opportunities to support local small businesses. I am also amazed at how much I’ve learned from The Able Network participants.

Regan Irvine

Irv & Co Hospitality Group Inc.

If you could give advice to your younger self, what would it be?

It would be to enjoy your loved ones as much as possible because one day time will run out . Find something your passion about and do whatever it takes to make a career out of it.

If you could have dinner with one person, dead or alive who would it be?

It’s hard for me to pick just one. If I could roll it back and have dinner with my dad who passed away in 2013 and my brother - the three of us being at the same table would be really special to me.

If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be?

It would definitely be Mexico! The people, the food, the culture, there is a reason I have a few tattoos paying tribute to Mexico.

What is your most memorable community moment?

When I was finally able to open up a restaurant in my hometown of Newmarket.

What is your favourite sport? Do you play for any local teams?

My favorite sports to play are hockey and golf. I am fortunate to play beer league hockey with some of my closest friends, the laughs and stories are some of my best memories.

Bhavin Mukhtyar

What is your go-to local restaurant?

Aurora Gateway

My favourite restaurants are Minami Sushi, Fishbone, Romy's and Chako

How long have you lived in the community?

I have lived in this community for four years.

Where is your favourite place to go in the community?

My favourite place to go in the community is Aurora Town Park.

How do you giveback or pay-it-forward within the community?

I own COBS BREAD in Aurora and we donate all unsold products to those in need within the community, at the end of each day. We also do lots of fundraising events to support the local community non-profit organizations.

What is your favourite holiday to celebrate?

My favourite holiday is Halloween!

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HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY

To all the incredible moms out there, we celebrate your remarkable strength and dedication. ank you for all that you do for your families and communities!

MICHAEL PARSA MPP - Aurora–Oak Ridges–Richmond Hill

A Message from MPP Parsa

Dear friends,

This month, we have an opportunity to celebrate and recognize the immeasurable contributions of the special women in our lives. Families in Canada, as in much of the world, will celebrate Mother’s Day on May 14 to recognize the kindness and dedication with which mothers nurture and care for their families. In raising and instructing our children, in being the foundation of our families and role models of our community – we owe a debt of gratitude to our moms, stepmoms, grandmothers, and mother figures. As a famous 13th century Persian poet named Rumi once said, “we are born of love; love is our mother.”

This Mother’s Day let’s remember to take a moment and thank the incredible women who sustain us, no matter how tough it gets. It’s essential not to take for granted the countless selfless ways in which they look after our families. So whether it’s bringing flowers, making breakfast, or simply picking up the phone, I hope we can show our moms the gratitude and appreciation they truly deserve.

Happy Mother’s Day everyone.

Congratulations Maddie on your first sparing competition at Family Martial Arts!

Congratulations to Lauren Hanna and the residents in the Park neighbourhood for organizing their FIRST Annual Easter Egg Hunt. Families gathered at Cousins Park on April 8th for treats, games, photos with the Easter Bunny and then an EGGciting Easter egg hunt!

SPRING INTO SUMMER!

It’s that time of year when we turn our attention to the outdoors, creating those spaces where we can relax, entertain and enjoy sunny days. Our Aurora Chamber members are experts in summer!

TOPFIRE FIREPLACE & BBQ

Looking to elevate your grill game? Topfire Fireplace & BBQ carries the latest and greatest in Napoleon BBQs, they deliver and will help you set it up. Get Sizzling! topfire.ca

HICKORY DICKORY DECKS

A well-designed deck can transform an outdoor space and provide many years of enjoyment. If extending your outdoor living space is on your to do list, contact Steve.

decks.ca/deck-builders/aurora-richmondhilluxbridge-stouffville

GARDENS OF JOY

Imagine beautiful gardens without all the work, it is a dream that can come true. Gardens of Joy offers many services, from spring clean-up to summer maintenance, they can even help you plant! Start enjoying your gardens today. gardensofjoy.ca

LANDCON LUXURY LANDSCAPES & POOLS

Create the backyard of your dreams with Landcon. Their qualified professionals, including landscaping designers and architects, will help transform your outdoor space into an oasis. If you can dream it, they can build it. landcon.ca

ZANDER SOD

Ever wonder why the neighbour’s grass is always greener? Maybe they are using products from Zander Sod! The family-run sod farm has been providing top quality sod, seed, and fertilizer since 1957. They are also providers of the Big Yellow Bag Garden Soil that is delivered right to your door!

zandersod.com

REEDPOOL - THE LEAK DETECTION EXPERTS

Keep your pool well maintained all summer with ReedPool. A leader in pool leak detection AND they provide seasonal pool services to keep you cool and enjoying your pool all season long. Take the guesswork out of pool maintenance!

reedpool.com

Delivering Hope Boutique

SCHEDULE your gently-used donation drop-off:

NEWMARKET: https://abusehurts.ca/calendar

AURORA: 289-466-1048 - Foxglove Design 15140 Yonge St, Unit 2, Aurora, ON

Abuse Hurts Champion of the Month

It was early 2022 when Mike Cartwright of Main Street Realty met Lynnette Lanning of Neighbour Media. He was talking to Lynnette and she mentioned knowing Ellen Campbell, CEO and Founder of Abuse Hurts and what wonderful things Ellen was doing for people. He asked Lynnette if she could introduce him to Ellen as he wanted to help. After meeting Ellen and learning about what some people are experiencing with abuse, he decided to help as much as possible.

Today, Main Street Realty is a big-as-possible supporter of Abuse Hurts. Mike personally believes that Big Government is not the answer as they cannot help everyone. That is where private businesses have to step in and help. Main Street Realty is 100% committed to helping the community they reside in and to supporting Abuse Hurts now and in the future for all people that have suffered abuse. It is a tragedy that has and is happening to children and adults in this country and, as a private company, they are here to help.

Another wonderful example of the Newmarket Optimist Club the youth in our community! On April 1st & 2nd, the Newmarket Optimist Club drove the Easter Bunny around Newmarket, stopping at 60 locations, so that kids could get photos and Easter treats! newmarketoptimists.club

Abuse Hurts is so appreciative of this friendly, passionate and caring company and all they contribute toward assisting survivors in having a better future. Thanks to Mike, Diane, Chris and all the wonderful people

New Business Sneak Peek! Neighbour Media was joined by the Aurora Chamber of Commerce and Mayor Mrakas for a hard hat tour of The Mint Exchange located at 15263 Yonge Street, Aurora. Thank you Andrew for showing us around the space and we'll see you at the grand opening! To find out more, visit mintexchange.ca

NEW PARK OFFERS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!

Allegro in downtown Aurora offers families a refined lifestyle surrounded by nature. Soon, area residents will be able to enjoy the new 21.3-acre community park. The park, which has yet to be named, is the result of collaboration between Geranium, Town representatives and neighbours to design an amenity offering a variety of passive uses for many age groups. Prior to implementing the final park plan, Geranium set out to reinstate the Tannery Creek system to its original natural condition with a healthier ecosystem. Previous owners of the property modified these creeks causing temperatures to rise resulting in a decrease in their functioning habitats. Working with the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority, native fish were removed while realignment work proceeded, then returned to the creeks where they are now re-establishing in the improved habitat. A significant tree preservation plan and planting of hundreds of trees, shrubs and vegetation contribute to the park’s beautiful environment. The park includes junior and senior playgrounds, bridge connections, new trails connecting to the existing system, wetlands, ponds, a meditation circle, trail signage and benches with Bench Fit signage.

Allegro is a master-planned community of 157 exceptional single family detached residences being built in phases. Geranium is proud to be a 2023 BILD finalist in the category of Best New Community (Planned) for Allegro. To learn more about available homes and the community visit www.geranium.com/aurora-allegro

Two model homes and the sales centre are open weekends from 11am to 5pm, 36 Klees Crescent. Call: (905) 503-6300

On April 21st, Neighbour Media's Elisa Laxdal celebrated her 31st birthday!

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WELCOME TO THE NEIGHBOURHOOD

On March 29th, the original LCBO built in the 60's at 14824 Yonge Street, opened their doors to their new location 1 Henderson Drive. LCBO staff along with LCBO executives and a number of suppliers, were joined by Mayor Tom Mrakas, Councillor Gilliland, Councillor Weese and the Aurora Chamber of Commerce to mark the occasion. The new location is much larger, includes a walk in fridge and ample parking to serve the community. CHEERS!

On April 6th, Gold BBQ, located at 444 Hollandview Trail in Aurora, celebrated their grand opening and hosted an amazing lunch with Mayor Tom Mrakas, the Aurora Chamber of Commerce, family and friends! Offering Chinese BBQ in an intimate setting with the sweetest owners, we had a great time getting to know them and sampling their delicious food.

Congratulations to Made in Mexico Restaurant and Cantina on their Grand Re-Opening at 179 Main Street, Newmarket! On April 14th, the Made in Mexico team welcomed Mayor Taylor, members of council, friends and family to a VIP event to see their newly renovated restaurant, feast on their delicious food and enjoy a margarita or two!

Sweet Pea Sprouts, who focuses on providing healthy, delicious, vibrant, whole plant-based foods, recently celebrated their 1 Year Anniversary and we were there to capture the moment! Congratulations to Sweet Pea Sprouts, we look forward to celebrating many more years with you.

On April 15th, Blackstone Animal Hospital held their Grand Opening joined by EG Mayor Virginia Hackson, members of council Terry Foster Loralea, Jefferson Carruthers and Susan Lahey. Located at 18265 Yonge Street, Unit 5, East Gwillimbury, Blackstone was also raising awareness and funds for Dog Tales Rescue and Sanctuary.

Neighbour Media stopped in to check out the Newmarket Chamber of Commerce Home Show which happened at the Ray Twinney Recreation Complex on April 1st & 2nd. #LoveLocal

The Toronto Watercolour Society held their 38th annual juried show Aquavision at Old Town Hall in Newmarket!

FOR OUR NEIGHBOURS

Hey Neighbours! This page is for you to enjoy each month. We will be featuring games, puzzles, contests, giveaways and so much more. You can also follow our social media accounts to stay up to date and to potentially receive some hints to help you solve future puzzles. @NeighbourMedia

TWENTY SIX TO FIX - FARMER’S MARKET EDITION

Using all 26 A - Z letters only once, complete the mystery words. (Multiple solutions are possible)

Mark these letters as you place them:

The solutions will be shared on our @neighbourmedia social media platforms later this month.

Thank you to our community partner Brainy Games for providing us with this month’s puzzle!

TWENTY SIX TO FIX is now available on Amazon.ca as a word game book with 100 challenges.

THE GLENN RODGER #MAJESTIC

Dad Joke of the Month

Did you hear about my rst w k at the bicycle factory?

They made me the spokes-person.

On April 4th, the 1st Annual Polar Plunge in support of the Blue Door Construct Program, raised $1,725!

Hello Aurora, let’s get growing! We are so excited to be opening in your community this spring.

Sheridan Nurseries has been growing with Ontario gardeners for 110 years. Established in 1913 to cultivate the shrubs and perennials required to bring the vision of the ornamental garden to Canada, Sheridan was a pioneer of horticulture in Canada.

With eight garden centres and over 900 acres of farmland, Sheridan Nurseries continues to innovate and inspire with products and services to create dream landscapes and backyard havens.

We’re ready to kick off gardening season with you! From seed-starting supplies to beautiful blooms of annual colour, show-stopping perennials, flowering shrubs, statement trees, and outdoor living furniture and accessories, Sheridan Nurseries has everything you need to love your time in your garden. Plus, watch for grand opening specials to celebrate our new location.

Visit our exciting new-concept garden centre on Bayview Ave., just south of St. John’s Sideroad, and join our celebration of 110 years of growing, gardening, and inspiring outdoor living.

Sign up for our eClub to be the first to know about what’s “growing” on!

With eClub you’ll receive:

• Notifications for sales and events

• Helpful seasonal gardening information

• Early flyer preview

• Fast and easy returns and exchanges with receipt look-up

Sheridan Nurseries. Never Stop Growing. Sheridannurseries.com

Local Good Neighbour Flow alkaline spring water generously donated 33 cases (approximately 528 packs) of water for the IIHF event.

What an incredible experience to be at the Team Sweden v Team Switzerland IIHF Exhibition Game on April 2nd at the Aurora Community Centre. A big congratulations to the Town of Aurora for bringing this level of sport to our community. Thanks to the sponsors who made it all possible!

Sheridan Nurseries is opening in Aurora on May 11!

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The Aurora Chamber of Commerce Home & Lifestyle Show, held on April 15th & 16th at SARC, was filled with local businesses and smiling faces! Congratulations Aurora Chamber of Commerce on a fantastic show and once again spotlighting and supporting our local businesses.

Hello Spring! Another amazing Town of Aurora event took place at the Aurora Seniors Centre on April 8th. Photos with the Easter Bunny, egg and ring toss games, face painting, a story walk, live animals and so much more. Thanks to the Aurora Optimist Club for the delicious pancakes. A Big thanks to Geranium for sponsoring the event and to the Town staff and volunteers for pulling it all together and making sure everyone had fun!

NEIGHBOURHOOD FEATURED BUSINESSES

Chungchun Rice Hotdog

15480 Bayview Avenue, Aurora

Chungchunricedog.ca

@chungchun.ca

(905) 503-6363

Tired of boring old burgers? Not a fan of regular hotdogs? Try something different! Something fun! Try Chungchun Rice Hotdog.

Chungchun Rice Hotdog is a Korean-style hotdog brand that originated in Seoul, Korea. We opened our first location in 2019 and since then have expanded to a total of 46 franchised locations across the country.

Our goal is to bring Korean culture to Canada. We achieve this by crafting our hotdogs using authentic Korean techniques, including the use of glutinous rice batter instead of the traditional wheat batter; which provides a soft sensation, after the initial crunch of your first bite.

Rolled in sticky rice flour, deep-fried, and made to order - our hotdogs are Korea's favourite street food!

The ooey-gooey Half Mozzarella hotdog is a juicy beef sausage, topped with mozzarella cheese, with the most insane cheese pull you've ever seen. Our Gamsung hotdog is wrapped in tiny potato fries that create a crunchy and unique experience. We even have a Chocolate option for those hotdog lovers with a sweet tooth.

Bite into something NEW with Chungchun Rice Hotdog!

The basis of H.O.M.E’s philosophy is the unique CARES approach that governs ALL aspects of the business. It is this approach that sets H.O.M.E. apart from others in terms of reputation for service and quality. It is a holistic, innovate position that is encompassed of five central tenants: Community - Attention - Reputation - Education - Service

Your health is important to us. Our caring and qualified staff of over 30 professionals includes Respiratory Therapists, RN’s, HME Consultants, Certified Mastectomy Fitters and Certified Orthopedic Bracing Fitters. Our staff members have an average of 25 years of experience and participate in continuing education each year to stay on top of the latest advances in the health care world.

Community is a concept that H.O.M.E. takes seriously. By living and working in our communities we are servicing our friends, neighbours and their families. As such all H.O.M.E. employees must service all clients with the same respect and dignity we afford to our family, friends and neighbours.

Charity Highlight

Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) York Region South Simcoe is one of the fastest growing chapters of CMHA with more than 350 staff and 100 volunteers, providing high-quality care to youth, adults and family caregivers.

As a nationwide leader and champion for mental health, CMHA is proud to provide access to resources individuals in the York Region and South Simcoe community require to maintain and improve mental health and community integration, build resilience and support recovery from mental illness and addiction.

CMHA offers more than 30 free mental health and addiction programs and services to adults, youth and family caregivers. Programs include:

• Mobile Youth Walk-In Clinic (MOBYSS)

• Community Connections, a recovery-oriented drop-in hub

• Recovery-oriented supportive housing

• College of Health and Well-Being

• Mental health and primary care services for newcomers

• Ontario Structured Psychotherapy for stress, depression and anxiety

Mental Health in Motion | Sunday, June 11, 2023

CMHA is thrilled to host York Region’s largest fundraiser for youth mental health. Mental Health in Motion raises urgently needed funds to support youth in the community, with all donations going towards CMHA’s Mobile Youth Walk-in Clinic (MOBYSS).

MOBYSS offers youth (aged 12-25) a safe and welcoming space to talk to a medical or mental health professional, at no cost. Register to run/walk/cycle at Mental Health in Motion on Sunday, June 11, 2023, to support youth mental health: cmhainmotion.ca

cmha-yr.on.ca

Yorkregion@cmha-yr.on.ca

1-866-345-0183 @CMHAYork

Since 1985, Rose of Sharon Services for Young Mothers has o ered free supportive programs and educational services in York Region to pregnant and parenting youth. We o er a hybrid of online and onsite programs in a welcoming, safe and inclusive space that empowers young mothers to embrace their strengths, set goals and build the future they dream of for themselves and their young children

FREE PROGRAMS & SERVICES:

• York Academy - Youth (up to 21 years) can continue their high school education and graduate at our York Academy (YCDSB a liated) located at our Newmarket location with transportation assistance and onsite childminding in our Child Development Centre.

• Living & Learning Together - Young parents (up to 29 years) participate in online and onsite weekly workshops that o er parenting skills, personal and child development knowledge.

• All Babies Count (ABC) - Parents of any age (until baby reaches 6 months of age) learn about prenatal nutrition and maternal care through weekly workshops.

• Personal Counselling - Youth have access to personal and group mental health counselling support and receive help connecting with other community services.

• Food Security - Young families can access our food and nutrition program which o ers nutrition education workshops, cooking classes, personal consults and free home deliveries of groceries, baby food, practical supports and diapers.

• ParentsConnect.ca – Our new resource portal o ers online support that is accessible 24/7.

MAY IS FOR MOTHERS

As a registered Canadian charity, 100% of our free programs and services are funded thanks to the financial support of our community. By supporting our May fundraisers – you help support our young mothers!

• Supermoon Japanese Style Cheesecake (Bayview & Stonehaven)

$1 from every cheesecake sold during the month of May will be donated to Rose of Sharon in support of our Food Security program. supermooncheesecakes.com

• State & Main Kitchen & Bar – May 6 -14th

As part of the “For Mom, For Women” campaign, State & Main is donating $10 to Rose of Sharon for every fulfilled Mother’s Day online reservation. Celebrate your mother and ours by supporting our Food Security program. stateandmain.ca

• The Hartman High Tea - May 7th

Join us for a lovely high tea thanks to our friends at The Hartman venue/B&B. $58/person. Seats are still available for the 11am seating (2pm seating sold out). Proceeds from the event will support our mental health counselling services. thehartman.ca

#TeamworkMakesTheDreamWork! Do you have some spare time and want to support young families in your community? We are looking for volunteers - contact us for more details!

361 Eagle Street, Newmarket (905) 853-5514

information@roseofsharon.com

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@roseofsharonservicesforyoungmothers

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@RoseOfSharon_YR