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Ontario court system gets slower Province uses two sets of numbers to track cases

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Southlake Regional Health Centre family health team staff physician Dr. Paul Cantarutti inspects the ears of Taylor Jordan.The Central Local Health Integration Network is putting a priority on helping health professionals work together through methods such as family health teams.

CENTRAL LHIN SEEKS INPUT ON NEW SERVICE PLAN

You can weigh in on health strategy

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You can have a say on health-care priorities as the Central Local Health Integration Network shapes its three-year integrated health service plan.

The strategy, which will commence in 2013, will act as a guide, spelling out priorities and strategies to improve the health care system, Central LHIN CEO Kim Baker said.

“A good idea can come from anywhere,” she said. “It’s important for us to have feedback so we can develop a local plan focusing on local priorities.”

The health care needs and service gaps in the Central LHIN, which includes York Region, are different from communities served by the 13 other LHINs across the province.

A local plan will help hospitals, doctors and family health teams better serve patients, she said.

“Many people have strong views about health care and we are here to listen,” Ms Baker said. “I hope people will openly share their views on what needs to be done to make the system work better.”

To learn more about the integrated health service plan process, view the strategic framework, complete the survey or provide suggestions on how health services can be improved, visit centrallhin.on.ca

The current integrated health service plan has brought the LHIN tangible results, such being the first of the 14 LHINs to meet its targets for surgery and diagnostic wait times.

A patient at Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital, formerly York Central Hospital, would previously have to wait months for an MRI scan, but that has been reduced to 28 days.

The LHIN laid out five areas of focus in the online survey for the new plan, but feedback and suggestions aren’t limited to the defined subjects.

The organization welcomes all feedback, as patients and health service providers are on the frontline and can identify gaps in care.

One of the focus areas is improving supports for senior citizens and people at a high risk of being hospitalized after receiving care.

The LHIN plans to continue to build on the current Home First initiative, helping adults get discharged from the hospital sooner, but with more support to keep them from having to return.

The program has allowed half of the senior citizens involved stay at home longer, rather than going into a long-term care facility.

The program not only eases wait times for nearly full facilities, but also decreases hospital emergency room wait times by freeing up more acute-care beds.

Making it easier for patients to get the services they need, moving services into more communities to allow people to receive care closer to home, continuing to develop regional health care programs and creating collaboration between family physicians, hospitals, long-term care facilities and community health providers to improve care are also part of the strategic principles.

See LHIN, page A9.

Ontario streams receives $10K grant Program supports community environmental projects

‘When we get the community involved, people begin to see the impact our activities have on the environment.’

BY DAVID FLEISCHER

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You can get support in helping the environment thanks to a $10,000 grant to Ontario Streams.

The money will help the organization support community groups in protecting watercourses throughout York Region and Simcoe County.

“When we get the community involved,

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people begin to see the impact our activities have on the environment,” Adopt-a-Stream program co-ordinator Deborah Silver said.

It’s her program that received the grant that will be used to improve volunteer training.

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It’s those volunteers, about 30 groups, who keep an eye on streams across the region.

Among the participants are Aurora High School and Aurora Bassmasters, the Richmond Hill Naturalists and Holy Trinity School, York-Simcoe Naturalists and Girls Inc. of York Region.

Ontario Streams, based in Aurora, was one of 11 organizations across Ontario to receive a grant from Sobeys’ Earth Day Canada Community Environment Fund.

The grants are awarded to applicants with the greatest need, most innovation in addressSee GROUP, page A10.

While the province is touting the success of its Justice on Target initiative, a York Region Media Group analysis shows the real-time average pace of justice has actually slowed here and across the province.

Critics say the program, launched in 2008, needs a hard look. And some lawyers argue justice in Ontario may never truly become more efficient without a significant technology upgrade.

Attorney General John Gerretsen, who inherited the program, announced in an open letter last month Justice on Target will continue.

After rising for nearly 20 years, both the average number of appearances and days needed to complete a criminal charge were reduced. Mr. Gerretsen said.

As a result, courts can direct more attention to serious and difficult cases to better serve witnesses, victims and their families, he said.

But the province uses two sets of figures to track the average number of days required to complete a case — the average total days and the average number of days not including bench warrant days.

See TECHNOLOGY, page A8.

TRIAGE COURT Justice officials have launched a new efficiency program at the Newmarket courthouse, the York Region Media Group has learned.

Dubbed triage court, the program was launched in early June and is considered part of Justice on Target, Attorney General spokesperson Brendan Crawley said in an e-mail.

Here's how it works: Cases set for trial or preliminary court hearings are sent to a specific courtroom. A judge conducts triage court from 9 to 10 a.m. and begins hearing guilty pleas at 10.

The judge moves trial or preliminary hearings to trial courts when they are ready to be dealt with and a court is available, he added.

“While the initiative has been implemented recently, the goal is to increase the efficiency and effectiveness with pleas and adjournment matters dealt with outside of trial court,” Mr. Crawley noted.

It is also expected to reduce the average amount of time to trial.

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Police suspect foul play in case of woman missing 7 months The York Police Services Board is offering $10,000 for information about a Richmond Hill woman who went missing last December.

York Regional Police’s homicide unit is investigating the disappearance of Cheryl Rowe, who was last seen by her family Dec. 22 on Rathfon Crescent, in the Yonge Street and 16th Avenue area.

While police believe Ms Rowe, 45, may be the victim of foul paly, they continue to interview her family and friends.

Ms Rowe is Caucasian, five-feet tall and weighs 125 pounds with a thin build. She has short, dark brown hair and brown eyes.

She was last seen wearing dark jeans, a light blue two-toned jacket, purple Adidas running shoes and a white baseball hat with a green leaf on the front.

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Accused dog killer back in court A Richmond Hill man accused of killing a dog with a spiked broom handle in April is back in court next week.

William J. Bennett, 68, is accused of stabbing Diesel, a five-year-old Sheltie, to death on Pine Bough Manor.

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His next date at the Newmarket courthouse is July 18.

York Regional Police officers were called to the Bayview and 19th Avenues area, at about 5:40 p.m.

April 20, after a woman reported being confronted by a man while out for a walk.

Several people witnessed the attack, police said.

Mr. Bennett was arrested at about 10:45 p.m. the same day.

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the Newmarket courthouse this week. It returns Aug. 23.

Ms Lazurko was reportedly an employee at Pet Valu, a fundraiser for the Ontario SPCA and attended that weekend’s Woofstock, an annual dog festival.

She reportedly lost her job after the incident.

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Newmarket youth faces indeceny, drug charges York Regional Police has arrested a Newmarket youth after complaints of several indecent acts being committed in the Davis Drive and Eagle Street area.

A 20-year-old woman was walking her dog at about 7:30 p.m. June 30, when a teenager on a bicycle committed an indecent act in front of her.

Similar incidents were reported July 1 and July 4.

Police arrested the youth, 16, last Thursday.

During the arrest, a quantity of marijuana was found.

The youth faces three counts each of criminal harassment and committing an indecent act and one count of possession of a controlled substance.

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Tattoo artist shows inkling for ink trade

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t is an eclectic emporium populated by artisans and their art; a magnet for people whose lifestyles range from alternative to average.

Parked outside the Aurora strip plaza storefront are clients’ rides: from a squat, muscular Harley Davidson motorcycle to a sporty import to a family van.

A window poster promotes an upcoming Punks Against Racism concert.

Inside, there’s a lively cacophony of music, chatter and laughter.

The sound reverberates off walls resplendent with diverse art, Warholesque paintings of pop icons, tribal masks, Japanese panels and exquisitely whimsical prints.

The canvas of choice for the artists, however, is skin — live, thin human tissue, offered willingly and frequently to the artists and their electric brushes at Fatcat Tattoo.

Owner Matt Kim, a tattoo and body piercing virtuoso, emerges from one of the private stations with a young female client in tow.

They have completed a three-hour session, applying an elaborate design spiralling from under her belly, over her hip and on to her back.

The Markham media type is heavily bandaged, fatigued and elated. It’s a cheerful work in progress, she said, one that began with a small, modest design and has blossomed into a body fresco. One inking addictively begets another, she said with a beaming grin.

Mr. Kim, 29, has full-sleeve arm and leg tattoos, an economical build and the quiet confidence of the revered.

He began as a Fatcat apprentice 10 years ago under the tutelage of founders Dave and Sharon Coulson.

Today, the Coulsons, renowned tattooists, work for him.

“Matt is awesome, talented; a patient, polite perfectionist,” Sharon said, adding his dedication and her family’s move to Keswick prompted the managerial shift.

Helping preserve a craft as ancient as civilization itself wasn’t on his childhood radar, Mr. Kim said.

“I had an artistic bent, but I had to work at it,” he said. “I came from a strict family and they kind of frowned on inking, but tattooing was my niche. My mom was very conservative. Since her son’s become a tattooist, she got one.”

He is skilled at inking traditional designs via stencil, but his specialty is free-hand tribal motifs, black ink patterns he defines as a North American twist on Aboriginal art, similar to the face tattoo sported by former heavyweight boxer Mike Tyson.

Facial tattoos are taboo for Mr. Kim. So are tattoos requested by underage teenagers or people under the influence of alcohol and drugs. The Fatcat crew won’t replicate anything “badly drawn, racist, stupid or on the genitals.”

Think before you ink is Mr. Kim’s advice to clients and tattooists. He’s had his share of odd requests.

“I’ve had intoxicated guys come in who want a tat on their private parts,” he said, chortling. “I say, ‘There’s the door, dude’.”

Another client arrived after los-

The word tattoo is derived from the Tahitian term ‘tatau’, which means “to mark something”.

Tattooing began more that 5,000 years ago, most likely by accident when someone treated a flesh wound with dirt or ash and discovered a permanent tint in the scar.

In 1991, the frozen body of 5,000-year-old Otzi the ice man was discovered on a mountain between Austria and Italy. The best-preserved corpse of that period ever found had 57 tattoos, many of them intricate.

Tombs from 2,500 years ago suggest tattoos designated a person’s status and, in some cases, were believed to be therapeutic to relieve illness, including arthritis.

The ancient Greeks tattooed criminals to designate their crimes and slaves to identify their owners.

The first permanent tattoo shop opened in New York City in 1846 and began a tradition by tattooing military servicemen from both sides of the Civil War. Samuel O’Reilly invented the electric tattooing machine in 1891.

A 2006 study found 36 per cent of Americans ages 18 to 29 had a tattoo.

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Matt Kim is a tattoo artist and owner of Aurora’s Fat Cat Tattoo Parlour. An elaborate tattoo can cost in the thousands of dollars, Mr. Kim said. ing a bet.

“He had to have his roommate’s names tattooed on his ass,” he said. “There were four names.”

A recent visitor was an 84-yearold gentleman.

“He came in, was really with it and we gave him what he wanted: ‘Do not resuscitate’ in big letters across his chest.”

Many request their family’s names permanently etched on their bodies. Some memorialize deceased loved ones.

Mr. Kim steers people away from inscribing the names of their

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significant others based on our society’s high separation rates and the cost involved to either remove or camouflage an unrequited love.

“I’ve had to cover up a lot of exes’ names,” he said. “Besides,

why jinx it?”

Tattoo fashion ebbs and flows, he said. The trend today is custom, one-of-a-kind graphics.

“The Japanese influence is huge,” Mr. Kim said. “Big themes, full back and arms.”

Subject to the tattooist, clients are charged by the hour or project. To arm the tattooist’s electric handheld machine, which drives an ink-ladened needle repeatedly and minutely under the dermis, costs $70. From there, the size of the tattoo, colours, time and detail determine the price.

A full sleeve inking can fetch up to $3,000.

Mr. Kim counts numerous celebrities among his clients.

Tattoo aficionados like the creative self expression of the art, lasting remembrances, meaningful tributes and, in the case of shop manager Ryan Marsh, serenity.

Mr. Kim is in the midst of an involved reproduction of Vincent Van Gogh’s famous Starry Night on Mr. Marsh’s arm.

During stressful times in university, Mr. Marsh found profound comfort in the painting.

“It relaxed me, put me at ease,” he said. “My mind would either go blank or go elsewhere. I’m happy to have the image on my body.”

Mr. Kim is crusading to regulate his industry, which currently only answers to Health Canada hygiene and safety standards and twice-yearly inspections.

“There’s no legislation governing tattoo businesses,” he said.

“Hopefully, that’ll change to increase regulations and professionalism.”

In the meantime, he leads by example, adhering to strict sanitation, using only one-time, disposable needles and counselling clients on proper healing procedures. He dispenses his best advice before clients bare their fleshy canvases.

“Make sure you really want the tattoo because it will be with you forever,” he said. “And remember, a cheap tattoo isn’t good and a good tattoo isn’t cheap.”

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York’s top scholars announced by boards

Sir William Mulock Secondary School student Chris Olesovsky had a 99.33-per-cent average.

The Newmarket youth volunteers at Southlake Regional Health Centre and wants to become a doctor.

BY TERESA LATCHFORD

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St. Robert Catholic High School’s Stephanie Gaglione is York Region’s top scholar for 201112.

Graduating from the international baccalaureate diploma program at the Thornhill school, Ms Gaglione achieved a 99.67-percent average in her top six Grade 12 courses.

This summer, she will wrap up a year-long project on cholesterol levels in humans she has helped to conduct at the Hospital for Sick Children as part of her studies.

She hopes to fit in her annual canoe trip to Algonquin Park before starting the engineering program at the University of Toronto in the fall.

She hopes to fit in her annual canoe trip to Algonquin Park before starting the engineering program at the University of Toronto in the fall.

“It’s great working with so many other highly motivated students who deeply care about the quality of their work,” she said. “The lab components of the (international baccalaureate) program, as well as the outside-of-school components, gave the opportunity to experience things I wouldn’t have tried otherwise.”

Ms Gaglione’s academic success is only one aspect of what makes her an excellent student, St. Robert principal Jennifer Sarna said. Her enthusiasm for learning, ever-present smile, positive attitude and willingness to reach out and help others are a winning combination.

The recent graduate dedicated herself to her studies and gave up piano and competitive figure skating, but kept her part-time job as a swim instructor with the City of Vaughan.

She was the editor-in-chief of the school newspaper and an award-winning member of the debate team.

The busy student also found time to participate on the school’s track and field, cross-country and ski teams.

She was a member of the social justice and environmental clubs and had a hand in the University of Toronto’s mentorship program, where she helped design green roofs.

Alexander Mackenzie High School’s Graeme Baker earned the region’s second highest average of 99.5 per cent.

Despite what some may think, Mr. Baker said he didn’t study everyday, all the time, but when he did, he studied hard and efficiently.

All work and no play isn’t very balanced and he found the perfect combination of schoolwork, extra-curricular activities and social events.

“It definitely feels good to be recognized for my achievements,” he said. “The response I have gotten really validates all the hard work I have been doing.”

Next year, he will study engineering at Queen’s University and hopes his current practice will yield the same results.

On his heels is Sir William Mulock Secondary School’s Christopher Olesovsky, who achieved a 99.3-per-cent average.

“It smarts a little to be so close to the top,” he joked about narrowly missing the top spot in his school board to Mr. Baker.

“But I do congratulate him. I know how hard he worked.”

Mr. Olesovsky believes this is just one of the many achieve-

STEPHANIE GAGLIONE: The St. Roberts student earned a 99.67per-cent average.

REGION’S TOP SCHOLARS Stephanie Gaglione, St. Robert Catholic High School, 99.67 per cent Graeme Baker, Alexander Mackenzie High School, 99.5 per cent Christopher Olesovsky, Sir William Mulock Secondary School, 99.33 per cent Dongfang Ge, Newmarket High School, 99.17 per cent Sonieya Nagarajah, Langstaff Secondary School, 99 per cent Michelle Jia, Markham District High School, 98.83 per cent Brandon Yee, Sacred Heart Catholic High School, 98.17 per cent Julia (Ji Yeon) Woo, St. Theresa of Lisieux Catholic High School, 97.83 per cent Michael Wan, St. Augustine Catholic High School, 97.83 per cent Johan Krischanth Augustine, St. Brother Andre Catholic High School, 97.83 per cent

ments he will celebrate throughout his life, as he moves on to McMaster University’s health sciences program, after which he plans to attend medical school. In 10 years, he sees himself as a doctor, perhaps a specialist.

He wants to eventually travel with the United Nations or participate with an organization such as Doctors Without Borders, offering medical services in areas of the world that don’t have easy access.

He was excited when he found out he made the list.

“I guess kids used to make fun of us for being smart when we were younger, but the ones with the marks are successful,” he said.

The secret to achieving high grades is to just get things done, he said.

Mr. Olesovsky would do his homework as soon as he got home from school so he could move on to something more fun. He credits his mother, Tracy, for helping him develop the habit at an early age.

He surrounded himself with competitive and high-achieving classmates, who push him to strive for more.

“But even though I got the grades, I tried to stay a well-rounded student,” he added.

He plays golf and tennis and volunteers at Southlake Regional Health Centre.

He is spending the summer teaching golf at St. Andrew’s Valley Golf Club in Aurora.

His advice to students seeking a spot on the list next year: put in the hours and do the work because if you work hard, eventually you will be able to play hard.

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The federal government put out an open call for proposals from Canadian non-profit organizations through its Social Development Partnerships Program — Disability Component, Organizations can receive up to $250,000 per year for up to three years for projects that support the government’s commitments under the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.

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Town comes late to anniversary party ISSUE: Council opts for citizen committee to plan major celebration.

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hen it comes to planning a party to celebrate a town, the best people for the job are the community’s citizens.

Aurora council did well in deciding a committee of citizens should be responsible for planning the town’s 150th anniversary celebrations, as opposed to the staff recommendation to hire someone for the job.

However, the process in getting to council’s decision was flawed.

Put simply, town council took too long to get the ball rolling.

A major milestone such as a 150th anniversary celebration should be on community leaders’ radars for years in advance, but somehow, council didn’t end up making a decision on who should plan the party until less than seven months before the big year begins.

Amazingly, the event didn’t appear on a council agenda until April 24, when Mayor Geoff Dawe gave notice of his intention to introduce a motion to direct town staff to start planning.

Council then waited for the staff report on the issue, which didn’t arrive until a June 5 committee meeting.

At the following week’s council meeting, a majority of council finally made the decision to go against the staff recommendation and strike a citizen committee.

Given that council ultimately went against the staff recommendation, it’s clear the staff report wasn’t necessary and the issue could have been resolved much sooner.

The call for applications for the committee didn’t begin until July 4 and wraps up today, giving citizens little time to prepare their applications.

By the time the committee convenes for the first time next month, it will have just five months to plan events before the sesquicentennial year begins.

That’s not a lot of time, considering the committee will be comprised of volunteers who likely can’t dedicate all of their time to the cause.

It also means the committee will likely miss out on at least a few timesensitive government grants to help pay for the festivities.

The town should have struck the sesquicentennial planning committee by the end of 2011 at the latest.

Community groups throughout Aurora, Newmarket, East Gwillimbury and King can learn from the town’s mistake and begin planning for their major events much farther in advance.

Now that the mistake has been made, however, the Aurora committee would do well to focus on building sesquicentennial components into existing town events, such as Canada Day and Ribfest, as planning entirely new events might be a tall order at this late stage.

BOTTOM LINE: Planning for the celebrations should have started sooner.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Mayor should inform neighbours of bylaw I noticed Aurora is reminding people of the summer outdoor water use bylaw.

It states people are to water on certain days of the week based on if their house number is odd or even.

I walk very early in the morning in Aurora and there are people who have sprinklers that run every day, clearly not following the bylaw.

I was a little discouraged to notice Mayor Geoffrey Dawe lives on a street where citizens disregard the bylaw every year and have sprinklers set to spray pavement.

I would have hoped the mayor would perhaps let his neighbours know they are breaking a very important bylaw.

Mr. Dawe represents the people of Aurora and he needs to make sure we have water for emergencies and daily personal use and are not saturating the grass with water on a daily basis.

J. MILLS AURORA

Council needs to lead, not delegate Re: Town considers ward project grants, June 28.

Regional Councillor John Taylor is quoted as saying, “Just imagine if we could achieve, in a couple of years, what we set out to do in 10.”

Well, if the nine elected members of Newmarket town council would take back control of the town and exercise the leadership they were elected to, instead of abdicating their authority and responsibility to town staff to run the municipality, a lot of things could be achieved in a lot less time.

JOHN DOWSON NEWMARKET

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Though I agree with East Gwillimbury council’s decision to save $70,000 for future projects, it concerns me there was no further discussion on how to bring the mentioned projects to fruition.

Youths in both Holland Landing and Mount Albert desperately deserve a skateboard park, yet our elected officials don’t seem to think so.

They campaign on the principle East Gwillimbury is a place for everyone, but obviously not teenagers.

As a resident and taxpayer, I would like to see my taxes go toward building parks for our

youths, rather than the legal batEvery student is important, tles of our elected officials. no matter their sexual orientation, culture, unique needs, T. LEWIS behaviour, abilities or financial EAST GWILLIMBURY status.

So, when it comes time to form a new expert panel, the government must remember the education system should put Re: School boards aim to stop students first.

Academics should be secondbullying, June 21.

I have been shaking my head ary. a lot lately when it comes to the KIMBERLY SMITH province’s strategies on dealing NEWMARKET with our students.

The government announced it is taking the next step to deal with bullying through the Accepting Schools Act action plan.

Exactly what does it plan on Re: Too many MPs put party doing? ahead of people, letter to the ediTry not to laugh as I quote tor by L. Rothwell, July 8. directly from the article that the A distinct lack of MP autonoprovince is “establishing a new my has led to the following conexpert panel”. ditions in Canada: What happened to the old • Prime Minister Stephen expert panel?

Harper, as head of a minority and Did it suggest the government then a majority government, has spend money or stop sweeping allowed, without consequence, a the issue under the rug? Did it House leader to produce a booksuggest implementing anti-con- let for government MPs that told cussion legislation was nowhere them how to disrupt and make near as important as the bullying ineffective the committee sysissue? tem, which should protect CanaWere the members asked to dians from bad legislation; step down or were they all fired?

• High-ranking cabinet minIs the province starting a new isters would not answer many panel with hopes of finding dif- questions sensibly or provide ferent expert opinions that better information needed by commitsuit the government’s interests? tees to analyze pending legislaI’m sure another brainstorm- tion wisely; ing session around a big table • Backbench government behind locked doors is definitely MPs were directed to not answer the way to go. Way to avoid the questions from Opposition comfrontlines yet again. mittee members, but to repeat With suicide being the sec- silly, meaningless, government ond-leading cause of death talking points; among teenagers, don’t you think • Cabinet ministers have it’s time to get the conversation attended committee meetings started in schools and not board- and railed at public servants or rooms?

Opposition members instead It’s up to us — the parents, of looking for ways to improve educators, school system and faulty legislation; Education Ministry — to give our • Committee meetings were students their voice. cancelled without notice, had If the system continues to cut their venue changed or were not our kids loose and look the other attended by the chairperson so way, all the money, effort and public scrutiny was impossible time spent accomplishes noth- and; ing.

• Opposition committee It’s time to put an end to the members had to go to the courts Band-Aid solutions and get to the and use freedom of information heart of the matter. laws to gain information necGet students sharing. Get essary for their work and such them talking. Encourage them delays have led to weak legislato express their vulnerability by tion being passed. making connections.

Any MP worth his or her salt Give them courage to speak. and not an ideologue must want Allow them to be angry. Give true democratic rule in Canada them a shoulder to cry on. and should not allow party bossThese kids are our future lead- es to take his or her voice away. ers.

Currently, Canada is not being served well by a governing party that acts in this manner and the same will hold true for any future governing party that subscribes to these tactics.

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feel for you, Premier Dad. You spoil them rotten, giving them practically everything they ask for — in my case, that means constantly handing out money to the kids for movies and the mall; driving them all over at all hours of the day and night and/or allowing them to drive the car, full of gas I paid for; buying $90 sweatpants and $200 slouchy boots, fancy phones and laptops; and forking out for countless sports tournament trips and vacations to warm climates.

In your case, that means giving teachers a 12-per-cent wage increase over four years in 2008, making Ontario’s teachers the second highest paid in the world, ranging from $41,000plus to nearly $93,000 for elementary teachers and $94,600 for secondary teachers.

Heaven forbid, Premier Dad, that you should ask for something in return when you’re up against the wall and what you get is whining, wailing, rolling eyes and slamming doors.

Oh, that’s me.

But you’re paying the price, Premier Dad, for making teachers your pets during the last eight years.

The economy has tanked, leaving most of us grappling with a higher cost of living on the same or decreased salaries.

More than 600,000 Ontarians lost jobs, with companies such as RIM and GM still announcing big cuts. The unemployment rate in York Region and its neighbouring communities is an alarming 8.7 per cent.

Yes, it’s time for tough love, with teacher contracts expiring in August and a $15-billion deficit to face.

And it is love. We admire and respect our teachers, most of whom are caring, committed and passionate about their profession. By no stretch of imagination could you call their jobs easy.

For most of us, this isn’t about bashing teachers; it’s about Ontario’s economic reality.

So, Premier Dad, it’s fair you are seeking appreciation in the form of a two-year wage freeze and changes to the salary grid, pension plans and payouts for banked sick days.

These aren’t grievous requests — even the unions admit a wage freeze may be in order — but the unions are “insulted” by the ultimatum.

Do it or I’ll take away your cellphone ... er... or I’ll legislate it, you’re telling them, Premier Dad. I’m just saying, this do-it-or-else gambit typically backfired for me, so I now feign parental rationality and no longer tell them to pack their bags if they don’t like it. (Because they will.)

We agree, Premier Dad, it’s only fair teachers — and anybody else making a living on the taxpayers’ back — should do their part.

The fact is teachers will still have job security and perks out of reach of most Ontarians. Nobody feels sorry for teachers.

So hats off to the Catholic teachers union, which brokered a deal last week, after convincing Premier Dalton McGuinty to approve negotiation.

The two-year agreement includes a wage freeze, loss of sick days and three unpaid days, equal to a 1.5-per-cent pay cut that will finance the $7,000 “grid” hike new teachers will still get.

If all the unions got on board, the province would save $790 million over two years. Admittedly, a drop in the $15-billion-deficit bucket.

The high school and French-language teachers unions have decided to meet with the government, while elementary teachers are still just threatening to hold a one-day walkout if the province legislates a deal.

While the unions say teachers will be back at school, strike votes will take place this summer or early fall.

Premier Dad, we agree, teachers, too, have to help Ontario get back on its fiscal feet, regardless of whose fault it is. But give them a chance to talk about it before you ground them ... er... legislate the terms of the deal.

And teachers, get back to the bargaining table, and if you don’t like the result, at least you get to vote against this Dad in the next election.

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Ex-United Way chairperson Retail council to honour Sony Store WORLD OF earns Diamond Jubilee medal BUSINESS The Retail Council of Canada honoured the Sony Store in Upper Canada Mall with top honours in the store design category at the Excellence in Retailing Awards Gala.

Sony opened the store, one of its first new-concept design stores, last fall.

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Newmarket resident and United Way York Region past chairperson Charles Beer has been awarded a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal for his contributions to Ontario and Canada.

Mr. Beer only knew he was to receive the honour a few days before Vaughan MPP Greg Sorbara presented it to him at Queen’s Park last week, in recognition of his significant achievements and distinguished service.

“I’m surprised and honoured,” Mr. Beer said. “Being involved in governmental and political life for so long, I’m very happy with the medal.

“It was a chance to see others and their range of community involvement. It’s heartening to know there are so many good people and I’m honoured to be included.”

The commemorative award celebrates Queen Elizabeth II’s ascension to the throne 60 years ago and her service to Canada.

The medal was accompanied by a pin, framed citation and letter signed by Governor General David Johnston.

“Such well-deserved recognition for a true community change agent,” United Way York Region chief executive officer Daniele Zanotti said. “Charles’ tireless work and dedication to social justice issues have impacted the lives of thousands of people across York Region.”

Mr. Beer’s two-year term as chairperson came to an end last month. He will act as past chairperson for the next two years, providing mentorship and support to new chairperson Helen Murray.

Mr. Beer dedicated his time and energy to making United Way the largest community mobilizer in the region, supporting social service infrastructure and building a better region for all, a press release from the organization stated.

He strengthened and structured United Way’s commitment to turn outward, incubating grassroots solutions.

His ability to engage individuals and build consensus among stakeholders enabled the organization to grow and prosper through tough economic times.

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He was also chairperson, parliamentary assistant or critic for a number of ministries and legislative committees and served in senior positions in ministries relating to citizenship, culture, recreation, intergovernmental affairs and treasury and economics.

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BY THE NUMBERS A breakdown of how long it takes to complete a case in Ontario courts.

ONTARIO

2007: 195

2011: 181

2011: 285

Average court appearances:

Average days to completion, excluding bench warrant days:

2007: 9.5 2011: 8.3

2007: 189

Average days to completion:

2011: 162

2007: 205

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Average court appearances:

2011: 210

Average days to completion:

2007: 8.5

Average days to completion, excluding bench warrant days:

2007: 181

2011: 7.5

2011: 157

2007: 172

Average days to completion, excluding bench warrant days:

2011: 169

NORTH YORK (1000 Finch Avenue West)

Average court appearances:

Average days to completion:

2011: 143

2007: 9.2

2007: 224

Average court appearances:

2011: 8.6

2011: 249

2007: 9.4

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Average days to completion, excluding bench warrant days:

2011: 8.6

Average days to completion:

2007: 194

2007: 143

— source: Ontario Attorney General

Technology key to improving efficiency of justice system From page A1.

The latter are counted from the date when the accused failed to appear and a bench warrant was issued to the first date the charge is brought back to court. During this period, the accused’s absence prevents the case from proceeding.

What’s left are two sets of numbers that appear to tell different stories about what is happening.

For example, the total average number of days required to deal with a case in Newmarket last year was 285 — an increase of 90 from 2007. If bench warrant days are removed, it took an average of 162 — a drop of 27.

Upgrading the technology used to administer justice in Ontario, such as electronic tracking of people on bail, is something that needs to be considered, Progressive Conservative justice critic Sylvia Jones said.

“We need to catch up on our technology for a lot of reasons,” she added.

She has been told by critics that Justice on Target is merely “code” for encouraging lawyers to plead out cases and get them settled quicker, she added.

The program needs to be reviewed, she said.

Requests to speak to Mr. Gerretsen were denied by his spokesperson.

Lawyer Boris Bytensky, who represented a man denied bail for 24 days at the Newmarket courthouse in 2007, argued that while the 30-per-cent targets set by the province haven’t been met, there have been some improvements, including the bail situation in Newmarket.

He’s among the lawyers who believe technology is a key to future efficiency.

When launching Justice on Target four years ago, Attorney General Chris Bentley wanted a 30-per-cent reduction in the number of days and the number of court appearances needed to complete a case by 2012.

“The current policies that have emerged from Justice on Target, while positive in some ways, will never let us reach the 30-per-cent targets without an aggressive and somewhat fundamental shift away from our paperheavy, technology-light, system,” he noted.

“Trying to make a grossly inefficient system

an efficient one simply through best practices alone is not a viable long-term plan.”

Provincewide, the average number of days required to deal with a case has increased by five since 2007, according to Attorney General statistics. The average number of appearances has dropped by 0.6.

After Justice on Target was implemented, the Newmarket, North York and London court houses were designated initial action sites to try and curb the delays.

In Newmarket, people accused of a crime were given more information about their cases and a dedicated plea court was implemented.

Lawyers committed to a standard of three appearances, after which most cases were to be set down for trial or otherwise resolved.

Other initiatives were also launched.

Despite all of this, last year it took an average of 285 days — or about nine months — to complete a case, according to Attorney General statistics.

An average case required 7.5 appearances — a reduction of one appearance since 2007 — to complete in Newmarket.

That Newmarket’s numbers have actually risen came as a surprise to lawyer James Morton, who practices in Ontario and Nunavut.

The initiative is a good idea, he said.

“The problem Justice on Target faces is that it had the possibility of speeding up the initial stages of litigation, but what it did was move things to a logjam.”

Often, major triggers for delay include the disclosure of information and finding trial time, he noted.

Justice on Target was typically about reapportioning existing resources to make the system more efficient. But several people, including Mr. Morton, believe that without additional resources, improving the efficiency of justice will likely prove difficult.

Ultimately, the success of Justice on Target into the future will be determined by what Ontario is really trying to achieve, Mr. Bytensky said.

“If all we want is to ‘do better’ than we do it now, the program will be seen as a success,” he said. “But if the real goal is to turn our system into anything we can credibly call efficient, I remain skeptical that we can do it without fundamental change.”

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Ontario Streams Adopt-a-Stream program co-ordinator Deborah Silver (front) helps community groups with environmental projects. This group in East Gwillimbury includes Kim Cudworth (from left), Tracy Tanner, Kathy Boles, Mark Roberts and Hao Guan.

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“It is exciting to see the important work being done in communities across Ontario,” Earth Day Canada president Jed Goldberg said of the $93,000 handed out.

“These organizations continue to improve the state of the environment in ways that educate and galvanize the local community.”

Any group of five or more people — it could be a family, school group, church group or environmental club — can take

For more information, visit ontariostreams.on.ca or call 905-713-7399. stewardship of a local watercourse.

They are trained by Ontario Streams staff to do everything from cleaning up garbage to planting trees, bank stabilization and removing obstacles to fish habitats.

Most of Ontario Streams’ funding comes from a provincial Trillium Grant and the group is always looking for more participants, Ms Silver said, but the main effect of the money will be providing better education and making participant groups more self-sufficient.

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Doors Open Aurora is Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 21 locations across Aurora. You can check out the human book series at the Aurora Public Library and the photographic scavenger hunts at Hillary House. For locations, visit aurora.ca

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Pedestrian Sunday is noon to 4 p.m. along Main Street, from Park Avenue to Water Street, in Newmarket. Main Street will be closed to vehicle traffic. Enjoy shopping, treats and entertainment. Visit newmarketmainstreet.ca

Bard in the park Theatre in the park is Saturday, 7 p.m. at Town Park in Aurora.

See the Macbeth performance by the Humber River Shakespeare Group. Visit aurora.ca

Gears of old The Cool Country Cruise In is Saturday, 6 p.m. at the Civic Centre, 19000 Leslie St., East Gwillimbury. Vintage, muscle and collector cars on display. Visit eastgwillimbury.ca

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Youths benefit from educator’s help

BY TERESA LATCHFORD

tlatchford@yrmg.com

Sandy O’Neill is dedicated to helping others.

Having a soft spot for youths, the Newmarket resident will facilitate the Learning Disabilities Association of York Region summer camp that helps children, diagnosed with a learning disability or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, boost their social skills and self-esteem.

She taught special education for 25 years with the York Region District School Board and has done the summer camp for the past 17 years.

“I’ve dedicated my life to youths,” she said at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, where she was finalizing details for the upcoming camp sessions. “I love their innocence, honesty and how much fun youths are.”

Ms O’Neill, a mother of three, is sure it is her work with youths that keeps her young and active, not to mention fulfilled.

She has always believed in giving back to her community, but wanted to make sure she stuck to areas about which she is passionate: youths and poverty.

Through the years, she has found many avenues through which to make a difference, including the annual Maple Leaf Public School holiday drive, during which volunteers collect items, such as clothing and groceries, set up tables like a store and invite people in need for breakfast and allow them to comb through the items and take what they need.

Last year, the drive helped 35 to 40 families and, this year, the organizers plan to add a wrapping station.

Ms O’Neill is also active in the food-forlearning breakfast program that provides students with a nutritious breakfast they might not otherwise get before class.

She also takes every opportunity at different community events or even just during a conversation to educate people about poverty in York Region.

“I haven’t experienced poverty myself, but have learned about it along the way and I seem to gravitate toward the cause,” she said. “Some people think I do too much, but I sometimes think I could be doing more.”

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Sandy O’Neill is preparing for her 18th summer camp of helping youth with learning disabilities. The longtime educator has dedicated her life to helping children

She is a volunteer within the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered community, is a buddy to a visually impaired individual, who she takes on outings regularly and has participated in a number of charity events, including the local Terry Fox Run and Easter Seals walk.

“I just feel this need to give back and contribute to society,” she said. “Even if it is only one person at a time.”

The camp runs twice during the summer, from July 23 to 27 and Aug. 13 to 17. For more information, visit ldayr.org

LOCAL HERO What is a local hero?

It’s our way of recognizing someone, a “regular” person, who has inspired you, be it with one small, selfless act or by living a life that makes a positive impact on others.

Nominate your local hero by e-mailing Teresa Latchford at tlatchford@yrmg.com

Council outlines water challenges

BY TERESA LATCHFORD

tlatchford@yrmg.com

Your hard work conserving water is actually driving up water rates.

Preparing for growth and meeting fire flow needs means installing larger pipes that hold more water.

But since consumption hasn’t increased, the water in the pipes must be flushed to keep it fresh and maintain water quality, Newmarket water and wastewater supervisor Bill Wilson told council.

“People have been so proactive with water conservation, we sold 30,834 cubic metres less water compared to 2000,” he explained. “But at the same time, we have had to purchase more water from the region to flush the pipes to keep them clean.”

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ground for pathogenic bacteria, such as E. coli — a health risk to residents.

Flushing also prevents the buildup of iron in the pipes.

About 17 per cent of the town’s water

is unaccounted for, meaning it has been used through hydrants or flushing pipes or not monitored due to faulty meters.

The town is bringing in experts to help come up with a solution, community services commissioner Rob Prentice said.

The challenges aren’t as plentiful as they were two years ago, but the town continues to work to find long-term solutions.

It has considered encouraging residents to consume more water, but because flushing needs are very localized and at such a high pressure, it wouldn’t do the trick and could cost more to organize in man hours.

“The pressure needed to flush some pipes would blow the side off your house or send your garden three doors down,” Mr. Wilson said.

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))) Joint Council Committee

Don’t forget to compost…

Although compostable items are accepted in the green bin program, the Town of Newmarket encourages all residents to continue to use backyard composters. Compost produces an excellent soil conditioner and is a less costly way to divert organic waste from landfill. Here are some easy to follow composting tips: •Always keep your compost material as moist as a damp sponge •Chop waste into smaller bits for faster decomposition •Mix similar quantities of brown and green materials in your composter Composters are available year round at the Town of Newmarket Operations Centre (1275 Maple Hill Ct.). Cost is $20 each (cash or cheque only). Visit www.newmarket.ca to learn more about Newmarket’s waste diversion initiatives.

(Central York Fire Services) July and August meetings will be held at the call of the Chair

))) Council Tuesday, September 4, 2012 at 7:00 p.m.

))) Committee of the Whole Monday, August 27, 2012 at 1:30 p.m.

))) Site Plan Review Committee Site Plan Review Committee meetings will only proceed if an application has been received.

Contact the Planning Department at 905-895-5193.

WHAT’S ON ))) South Asian Culture Event Come experience South Asian culture as TheySee Roots presents their first festival. Join us at Fairy Lake Park (Water St.) on July 14, from noon to 7 pm for food, live entertainment and attractions for kids. For more information visit www.theyseeroots.com.

))) Around The World Multicultural Event Plan to attend the Around the World Multicultural Event on July 21, Fairy Lake Park, (Water St.) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy over 20 outdoor performances of music, dance, theatre over 50 exhibit booths with crafts, information and delicious food. Free activities include inflatable jumping castles, make & take crafts, games and train rides on the Tim Hortons Express (owned and operated by the Town of Newmarket). Free admission. Call 905-895-5193 or visit www.newmarket.ca for information.

))) Summer Wellness Workshops Register to attend the Summer Wellness Workshops at the Newmarket Seniors Meeting Place (474 Davis Dr.) on Thursdays from July 19 to August 30 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Cost is free.

•Medication Management on July 19 •Steps to Peak Energy on July 26 and 27 •The Road to a Healthy Heart on August 2 •Eating Healthy & Increasing Vitality on August 9 •Laughtercise on August 16 •The Whole Tooth and Nothing But the Tooth on August 23 •Falls Prevention on August 30 Call 905-953-5325 for information.

))) Small Business Information

))) Summer Safety Day Plan to attend Newmarket Summer Safety Day at Newmarket Riverwalk Commons (200 Doug Duncan Dr.) on July 15 from 1 to 3 p.m.

Event features include: •Bike helmet fittings and helmet giveaways to the first 350 children •Cycling safety orientation •Fun ride safety course •School bus education station •Car seat safety awareness station •Free bike draw •Free BBQ •Water safety education station and much more.

Call 905-895-5193 for information

The Canada Revenue Agency is presenting a free Small Business Information Session on August 3 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Newmarket Public Library (438 Park Avenue).

Great for new and small business owners with a focus on Corporations. Seminar will also cover record keeping, fiscal periods, accounting methods, payroll deduction, and income and expenses that can be claimed by small businesses.

Call 905-953-5110 to register.

))) Computers 101 Register today to attend an introduction to computers at the Newmarket Public Library (438 Park Avenue) on July 31 from 3 to 4 p.m.

Learn about the components of a PC computer, the difference between software and hardware, popular computer programs, as well as basic mouse and keyboarding skills that will make you feel like a pro in no time! Cost is $2 per person.

Call 905-953-5110 for information.

Bring a lawn chair and join us for free family entertainment at Newmarket Riverwalk Commons (200 Doug Duncan Dr.). If inclement weather, inside the Newmarket Community Centre & Lions Hall. On July 17 enjoy -U-Who the Clown Magic Show from 7 to 8 p.m. and on July 24 enjoy Andrew Queen Musical Entertainer from 7 to 7:45 p.m. followed by In Harmony Dance and Wellness from 7:45 to 8 p.m. Call 905-895-5193 or visit www.newmarket.ca for information.

))) Creative Seeing: Watercolour Workshop Ages 9 to 14 years are invited to register to attend the Creative Seeing: Watercolour Workshop at the Newmarket Public Library (438 Park Ave.) on July 17 from 1 to 3 p.m. Using eye-droppers, primary colours, salt and markers you will have fun with colour mixing, blending and design as you create four paintings. One masterpiece will be framed. Cost is $24 per person and includes all materials. Call 905-953-5110 for information.

))) Hoedown 2012 Plan to attend the annual Magna Wild Wild West Charity Hoedown on September 15. This country-themed event features live entertainment and a BBQ dinner with all proceeds to local charities. For information visit www.hoedown.ca.

As part of the Town’s ongoing water maintenance program, Public Works Services operators are flushing watermains (via fire hydrants) throughout Newmarket and will continue to do so over the course of the summer and fall.

Ongoing maintenance programs such as flushing and swabbing assist in maintaining water quality.

Although water conservation efforts are in effect for York Region, water quality challenges often amplified by the warmer temperatures in the summer months can increase the requirement for additional maintenance programs such as flushing and swabbing.

Due to the high velocity flow created when flushing hydrants, residents may notice some discolouration in their cold water. If this happens, run a cold water tap to clear. If the cold water does not clear within 20 minutes, or if you experience a significant drop in water pressure, please notify the Town immediately.

Should you have any questions, please contact Public Works Services at 905-895-5193 ext. 2550.

))) 2012 Final Tax Bills Due The Final Residential Tax due dates are July 19, August 23, and September 20. You may pay your taxes by cash, cheque, post-dated cheque, Direct Debit, or pre-authorized payment (monthly, installment, or 12 month arrears plan).

For your convenience, there is also a drop-box located at the entrance to the Town Offices, 395 Mulock Drive). Residents currently on certain Government Assistance Programs may also qualify for a water/sanitary sewer rebate.

For further information on how to apply for this rebate, or for information on your tax payments, please visit www.newmarket.ca or contact the Finance Department at 905-895-5193.

LANGUAGE French conversations, 7 p.m. at Heavenly Bite European Cafe Bakery, 1100 Davis Dr., Newmarket. This group is for anyone who wants to learn or practise French at any level in a fun and friendly environment. Visit Newmarket French Language on meetup.com

RECREATION Trail training series, 7 p.m. off of Bathurst Street, North of Keith Avenue, Newmarket. Look for the GetRecD trail running sign. This is free training along Newmarket’s trails. Visit getrecd.org

SATURDAY

FARMERS MARKET Newmarket Main Street farmers market, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 200 Doug Duncan Dr. Purchase farm fresh and local produce.

The market runs every Saturday until Oct. 24. Visit newmarketfarmersmarket.com

RECREATION Roller skating, 2:30 to 5 p.m. at the Magna Centre, 800 Mulock Dr. Bring your own skates and have fun while exercising.

Continues every Saturday until Aug. 18.

Visit newmarket.ca

SUNDAY

CONCERT Music in the park, 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Riverwalk Commons, 202 Doug Duncan Dr., Newmarket. Enjoy this free concert featuring local rock and roll band Reunion. Visit newmarket.ca

SHOPPING

VENDORS NEEDED ))) Newbarket Event Do you own a dog related business or offer a dog related service? If so, we are looking for vendors to participate in ‘Newbarket’, a weekend festival dedicated to our four-legged friends. ‘Newbarket” is being hosted September 8 and 9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m at the Lions Park (424 D’Arcy St.). If you are interested in participating or would like more information about the event, please contact Stephanie Dyriw at 905-953-5300 ext. 2042 or email sdyriw@newmarket.ca.

PUBLIC INPUT OPPORTUNITY ))) Proposed Tree Preservation By-law

PUBLIC NOTICES ))) Kids Around Town

))) Hydrant Flushing underway in Newmarket

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The Town of Newmarket is considering adopting a Tree Preservation Bylaw that would allow for some tree removal to occur on private property without the need for a permit, set conditions where a permit would be required, and would also set requirements related to trees in Municipal Parks.

Pick up a copy of the draft bylaw at the Municipal Offices (395 Mulock Drive), or view it online at www.newmarket.ca. Let us know what you think!

Comments are being accepted until August 31 and can be forwarded to the Town of Newmarket Planning and Building Services Department, 395 Mulock Drive, PO Box 328, STN Main, Newmarket, ON, L3Y 4X7, or by email to planning@newmarket.ca.

Pedestrian Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. along Main Street from Park Avenue to Water Street in Newmarket. Main Street will be closed to vehicle traffic. Enjoy shopping, treats and entertainment. Visit newmarketmainstreet.ca

CAR SHOW Charity classic car show, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at NewRoads Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC, 18100 Yonge St., Newmarket. Enjoy a free classic car show and family fun day including bouncing castles, face painting and putting contests. Proceeds support Big Brothers Big Sisters of York. Visit newroads. ca

TUESDAY

FAMILY SHOW Kids around town, 7 to 8 p.m. at Riverwalk Commons, 200 Doug Duncan Dr., Newmarket. Bring the family and enjoy the U-Who the Clown magic show. Visit newmarket.ca

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

WEDNESDAY

HIKE Oak Ridges Trail Association hike, 6:30 p.m. through Jefferson Forest Tract. Tour the new main trail on this eight-kilometre moderate hike. For more information, call 905-237-1826 or visit oakridgestrail.org

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Man leaves corporate world for fishing business

BY AMANDA PERSICO

apersico@yrmg.com

An East Gwillimbury resident left the corporate world and bought an aquatic zoo.

Elvis Mizzau purchased what was known as the Ponds Fishing Preserve and Park in Mount Albert and transformed it into a destination for all things fish.

SEVERAL PONDS The new International Trout Ponds features several ponds, including a new fenced-in fly fishing trout pond, two family fishing ponds and a dedicated catch and release pond where you can catch perch, bass, pike and crappie.

“People think to go fishing, you have to go to Lake Simcoe,” he said.

“You might catch a fish sometimes there, but you will always catch a fish here.”

He operates his catch and release ponds on the honour system, where damaged fish are to be bought.

There is more to these ponds than fish.

DUCKS AND SWANS You will also find ducks and swans raised by Mr. Mizzau.

This is a family place, he said.

His summer expansion plans include building outdoor seating and a recreation area to play sports.

He is also developing his own homemade tomato sauce and fruit jams from produce grown on the property.

Fishing was never really Mr. Mizzau’s thing, as the father of three tried it for the first time last year.

“As a manger of several large, professional firms, at some point, you get tired of it,” he said.

“Now, the only thing I am dependent upon is the weather.”

He also developed the pond mascot, Tommy the Trout.

Fly fishing enthusiast Steven Lahman casts his line at International Trout Ponds in East Gwillimbury.

Elvis Mizzau (above) gave up a career in the corporate world to operate the farm.

For more information, visit internationaltroutponds.com

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An impairment of the ability to Due to a provincially-mandated use or understand words, usually program to purify your drinkcaused by a stroke, brain injury or disease ing water, Newmarket residents Aphasia is not the end but a new beginning.

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Contact us at the York-Durham Aphasia Centre 905-773-7758 ext. 6266 or visit www.marchofdimes.ca/ydac This message brought to you as a community service of The Era-Banner

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The Environment Ministry requires municipalities to maintain a specific level of chlorine in drinking water to maintain quality and prevent bacterial growth, Mr. Wilson explained.

Although the town has usually been compliant, instances of chlorine levels dropping below the standard have steadily increased since 2007. “Bacterial tests have all come back negative,� Mr. Wilson said.

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What is aphasia? (pronounced uh-fay’-zhuh)

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Contact us at the York-Durham Aphasia Centre 905-773-7758 ext. 6266 or visit www.marchofdimes.ca/ydac This message brought to you as a community service of The Era-Banner

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Town studies selling flushed water From page B1.

Water being flushed currently enters the storm management system and returns to the Holland River, but the town is exploring the possibility of collecting the flushed water and selling it to commercial users.

In the meantime, you may experience a slight increase in the chlorine odour coming from your taps as the town increases its use to ramp up water quality over the summer, Mr. Wilson said.

The Environment Ministry requires municipalities to maintain a specific level of chlorine in drinking water to maintain quality and prevent bacterial growth, Mr. Wilson explained.

Although the town has usually been compliant, instances of chlorine levels dropping below the standard have steadily increased since 2007. “Bacterial tests have all come back negative,� Mr. Wilson said.

The increase in testing from three times a day to 30 to 40 in areas that weren’t previously tested could mean the drop in chlorine levels is being detected more.

Newmarket’s water supply was previously ground water only, but four years ago, water from Aurora, a mix of ground water and water pumped from Lake Ontario, was added to the local supply, which could contribute to the drop in chlorine levels, he added.

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Rosemary has million reasons to smile

BY TERESA LATCHFORD

‘Rosemary loves being outside and playing in the park on the playground.

But her immune system is still weak, so taking her to a public playground is risky.’

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Rosemary Mullin has a milliondollar smile.

Last year, the three-year-old Newmarket resident was diagnosed with medulloblastoma, a malignant brain tumor.

She has endured several surgeries and five months of chemotherapy treatments, but her spirit hasn’t faded.

Sunday, Million Dollar Smiles, a non-profit organization dedicated to putting smiles on the faces of people facing major challenges in their everyday lives, unveiled the playground they built with the help of Future Shop, which donated $2,000 and 25 volunteers to the project, in Rosemary’s back yard.

Rosemary’s recovery has been a long journey, especially since she is so young and has difficulty understanding the situation, Ms Mullin says.

“Rosemary loves being outside and playing in the park on the playground,” her mother, Sophia, said.

“But her immune system is still weak, so taking her to a public playground is risky.”

Children are prone to sharing illness and if Rosemary catches a cold, she may not be able to fend it off, as her body continues to recover from treatments.

Prior to this, there was no play equipment in the family’s yard and Ms Mullin admits it hasn’t been well maintained due to the time the family has spent at the hospital and travelling back and forth.

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know what part to play on first,” Ms Mullin said of her daughter’s reaction when the playground was unveiled.

Rosemary’s recovery has been a long journey, especially since she is so young and has difficulty understanding the situation, Ms Mullin says.

With the playground now rooted in her back yard, Ms Mullin hopes it will fill Rosemary’s heart, as well as those of her friends and other children in the neighbourhood.

“I think our back yard may become the new destination in the neighbourhood,” Ms Mullin joked. “But that’s OK, because we like company.”

The support the family has received from Newmarket residents, especially the school community at Clearmeadow Public School that has prepared meals, raised funds and provided emotional support to the family when needed, is overwhelming.

“We are so fortunate to be living in such a caring community,” she added. “I’m proud to live in Newmarket.”

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Newmarket’s Rosemary Mullin (left) got the surprise of her young life Sunday when volunteers built a playground in her back yard. Rosemary, 3, has medulloblastoma, a malignant brain tumour. Anna Lopes and Rosemary’s dad, Jeffrey (top) hold up a window for the play set. The donation was made by Million Dollar Smiles and a $2,000 sponsorship from Future Shop.

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BY JOHN CUDMORE

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When Nicole Forrester took possession of the Canadian women’s high jumping gold medal — again — at the recent Canadian Olympic and Paralympic trials, it was a bittersweet moment.

It was the eighth time Forrester was crowned national champion since arriving on the scene in 1999.

Yet it was not good enough to win the Aurora resident her second Olympic berth, as she fell short of the Athletics Canada height standard required for a trip to the London Games.

Forrester, 35, who competed at the Beijing Olympics in 2008, finishing tied for 19th, announced on her website this was her final Olympics bid, although she hesitates to say her career is at an end just yet.

Still, the former University of Michigan star is keen to get on with other issues, including helping other athletes and sport in general.

“Never say never, but I’m excited to be on the other side of sports and trying to influence sport in Canada,” said Forrester, who plans to compete in a few more meets before retirement. “I think we could be better.

“The reason I’m retiring is not because I can’t compete at the best level, but that I have passion for another career in life. The longer I’ve been in my sport, the more I want to see changes.

“I wonder if next year I will jump in a meet just to see what it’s like, but right now, I’m more excited about what lies ahead.”

She will enter the next phase of her life in the fall as a professor of sport management at Niagara College and a consultant in sports psychology.

As an athlete, however, she has been influential in several areas that might surprise a casual observer.

She is a vice-chairperson for the Pan American Athletic Advisory Committee and member of the Canadian Olympic Committee and is preparing for a speaking engagement for the Commonwealth Games.

“I’ve got lots of pots on the stove,” said the six-foot, four-inch Forrester, who is preparing to present her dissertation for her PhD in sports psychology. “I’m embedded into the sports community in Canada.

“So many athletes have so much to offer sport. I find that, too often, a lot of people making the decisions impacting athletes have never been athletes. I always find that you can’t really understand it unless you’ve done it.”

As a voice for athletes, Forrester appreciates the need to separate herself from the competitive field for a fresh perspective. She has been competing in high jump since she was 17, recruited while working at a McDon-

Thursday, July 12, 2012

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NICOLE FORRESTER: Aurora high jumper considering retirement. ald’s in Oak Ridges.

“When you are competing, it is difficult because you have to be selfish and oneminded,” Forrester said. “My entire adult life, I’ve been an athlete. It’s difficult because you’re training, eating, sleeping, thinking about the next meet. It’s 24 hours a day. I’m curious to see what it is like to shut off your mind after work. I can’t remember the last time I’ve had a weekend to myself.”

One of her pet projects is tilted toward broadening sports at grassroots levels, which were victim, some would argue, of the Own The Podium concept that stresses focusing on medals.

“I have issues with Own The Podium and its overall cost,” Forrester said. “I’d like to see more awareness of the value of sport. It doesn’t speak to the sustainability of sport.

I think it is a good idea as long as sustainability is taken care of. I’m hoping to expand beyond the realm of athletics and find more opportunities.

“In the spirit of competing in sports, it is not just about winning medals. That takes away from what the spirit of sport is about.

Sport has so much to offer aside from podium finishes.”

She would like to see other athletes pick up the challenge to remain involved beyond their competitive years.

An athletes’ voice is a powerful tool, she insists, to relay concerns from their perspective.

“You can’t understand how it feels to walk into a stadium with 110,000 people looking at you unless you’ve done it,” she said.

While she competed in one Olympics, she was close two other times.

In 2000, she met the Olympic qualifying standard for the Sydney Games, but missed the Canadian requirement by one centimetre. Four years later, she suffered an ankle injury one month before the Athens Olympics.

Happy birthday! You’re traded.

The St. Louis Blues traded forward B.J. Crombeen to the Tampa Bay Lightning Tuesday in a deal dominated by draft picks.

Crombeen, who turned 27 the same day, was dealt, along with a fifth-round pick in the 2014 draft, to the Lightning in exchange for fourth round picks in the 2013 and 2014 drafts.

The rugged six-foot, two-inch, 210-pound Crombeen was a second-round pick (54th overall) by the Dallas Stars in the 2003 draft.

He was claimed off waivers by the Blues in 2008.

Last season, the former Newmarket resident and member of the Newmarket Hurricanes had one goal and two assists in 40 regular season games for St. Louis. He missed much of the season with a shoulder injury.

In 288 career games over five seasons, Crombeen has compiled 26 goals, 23 assists and 515 penalty minutes.

Swanston brothers win medals Matthew Swanston collected silver medals in two backstroke events at the Canada Cup/Quebec Cup swim meet, which concluded Sunday in Montreal.

Swanston, a member of the Newmarket Stingrays Swim Club, finished second in the 100-metre backstroke, just .02 seconds behind Canadian Olympian Charles Francis, and the 200 backstroke won by Tobias Oriwol, also headed for the London Games.

Younger brother Jeffrey finished third in the 100 and 200 backstroke finals for two of his four bronze medals. He also was third in the 50 backstroke and 400 individual medley.

The Swanstons also shared a gold medal in the 400 medley relay along with Cameron Kingston and Michael Karnakov.

Karnakov, David Ahong, Giancarlo Bresani and David Lee-Silver finished second in the 800 freestyle relay.

The meet attracted members of the Canadian Olympic team and a field of international athletes.

Stewart golden at track meet Newmarket Huskies’ Kate Stewart set a club record en route to claiming a gold medal in the midget girls 2,000 metres at

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Stewart won the event in six minutes, 40.51 seconds in a one-two finish by Huskies’ runners. Jessie Armstrong finished second.

Stewart also claimed a silver medal in the 1,200 race.

Huskies athletes captured seven medals at the meet, including silver medals from Yulia Federov (youth girls 3,000), Ben Freemantle (midget boys 1,200) and Ben Richardson (youth boys 800).

Alex Montesano claimed bronze in the midget boys 2,000.

Hawks sink Mariners Paul Versteeg-Lytwyn collected three hits, including a double, and drove in three runs as the Newmarket Hawks topped the Markham Mariners 6-3 Tuesday night in Greater Toronto Baseball League action at McKnight Field.

The victory was the fourth in a row for Newmarket (11-8) and moved the Hawks past the Mariners (10-8) into a second-place tie with the Leaside Leafs in the eight-team standings.

Righthander Adam Kallio scattered six hits over seven innings to record the win.

For Markham, Alex Bruce drove in two runs, while Jesse Dynes had two hits, including a double.

The Hawks face the Leafs tonight at Talbot Park before a Friday night visit to Markham to face the Mariners.

Denault misses final at world juniors Newmarket Huskies’ Rob Denault finished fifth in his heat Tuesday and failed to advance to the finals for the men’s 1,500 metres at the world junior track and field championships in Barcelona.

Denault recorded a time of three minutes, 48.47 seconds to finish 14th. The top three finishers from three heats, plus the next three fastest times, advanced to the final.

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SAFE! Newmarket Hawks’ Paul Versteeg-Lytwyn slides into home against the Markham Mariners Tuesday night at McKnight Field. Newmarket won 6-3. For more on the game, see page B6.

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BY JOHN CUDMORE

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Perhaps you are wondering if the next rising golf star might be living right under your roof.

Or maybe, it is simply high time to find a sport for the resident teenager of the house.

This week might be the perfect time to tee it up and find out.

It is the 10th annual Take A Kid To The Course Week, a National Golf Course Owners Association of Canada initiative intended to reach out to youths by allowing them to test drive the sport at no charge.

For the entire week until Sunday, youths 16-and-under are able to play free when accompanied by an adult at participating courses in one of Canada’s largest free junior development programs.

“Golf provides kids with valuable life skills, such as perseverance, patience and respect that will serve them well in whatever they choose to pursue going forward in life,” association CEO Jeff Calderwood said. “They will enjoy the quality time with family and friends and experience an activity that takes them away from the

Visit kidsgolffree.ca to learn which courses are participating. computer and into the great outdoors.”

About 650 golf courses across Canada are expected to participate in the promotion this year.

Since 2003, more than 250,000 youths have been introduced to golf through the program.

“You have to get kids out on the golf course some time,” said Westview Golf Club general manager Colin Nisbet, whose Vandorf facility has been a participant in the program since the inaugural season. “We usually get between 75 and 100 kids through during this week. I think our members kind of enjoy seeing them come out.”

Nisbet points out that Westview’s junior camp programs have grown increasingly popular in recent seasons. He guesses some of those participants might have experienced the annual weeklong program with a parent as their introduction to golf.

“I’d like to think some of them probably did,” he said.

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Today’s issue: Should athletes be entitled to compete at the Olympics because they are the best in Canada?

Or should they participate only if they exceed Canadian-made qualifying standards, which are often more lofty than Olympic guidelines, and are assured of competing for medals?

Somewhere in between, there must be an avenue of hope for exceptional cases, often youthful and rising athletes, whose development into medal contenders one, even two Olympics down the road would be enhanced by experiencing all that goes with participating in the Games.

Two women — Newmarket distance runner Sheila Reid and Aurora high jumper Nicole Forrester — won national titles in their respective sports at the recent Canadian track and field Olympic trials in Calgary.

Victory did nothing to ensure either woman is London-bound.

Reid, who flew to Europe last night to participate in races in Italy and Belgium, has been involved in an extensive appeal since Canadian trials to get a spot on the Olympic team. The results of the appeal are to be released today.

Forrester, 35, is eying retirement.

For fans, it is confusing that a national champion does not qualify for the Olympics. If it was baseball, for instance, the final score tells the story and determines the winner, not if the winning team scored 10 runs or six.

Just win, baby.

Snubbing domestic champions is a throwback to when perception had it our country wasn’t competing well for medals, long before Own The Podium became a winning mantra.

Sure, Canadians kind of ignored these so-called amateur athletes, except every four years, but when they did take notice, it seemed the TV sound bites and newspaper stories were filled with poor, under-

John Cudmore Cuddy Shark funded athletes who said marching in opening ceremonies was victory enough.

While acknowledging reaching the Olympics is a great achievement, the optics weren’t good.

“It’s not a good reason to be there, but if you’ve worked hard to become an Olympian, there’s not anything wrong with that,” said Forrester, who participated in the 2008 Games in Beijing and missed by one centimetre for Sydney in 2000.

“In the spirit of Own The Podium, it is just winning medals that counts.

That attitude takes away from what the spirit of sport is about. Sport has so much to offer aside from podium finishes.”

There isn’t anything wrong with setting standards high, but there should exist a bridge connecting performance and potential.

The International Association of Athletics Federations sets the standard, said Hugh Cameron, who coached Reid with the Newmarket Huskies and now oversees her training at Athletics Toronto. “(Athletics) Canada does have a bit stronger standards and a few other countries do, too,” he said. “(Standards) are based on a top 100 list as tracked by the IAAF. It’s a moving target depending on scores.

It’s the same as a golf (tour) where you’re playing to make the cut each week.”

For Reid, a six-time NCAA champion in cross-country and track and field, to attend London could be a step toward developing a future medal contender who still hasn’t reached her 23rd birthday and even for the 2016 Games in Rio de Janeiro will be just approaching her pro-

jected zenith.

However, to qualify, she needed to make the required time standard twice for the 5,000 metres under Athletics Canada guidelines, not once as decreed by the IAAF. Forrester, who competed in Beijing in 2008, finishing in a tie for 19th, is a national champion eight times. Yet her Calgary performance did not meet the Canadian or Olympic standards, which are currently the same.

She also missed bidding for an Olympic berth in 2004 in Athens due to injury after falling a centimetre shy of qualifying for Sydney in 2000.

The standards are designed to ensure Canadian athletes possess reasonable competitiveness.

However, it is a rule that does not take into account variables ranging from an off-day to weather and other conditions beyond an athlete’s control.

Though she had little chance of making standard in the altitude of Calgary, Reid’s people believe her entire body of work for the season should speak for itself and that she should receive consideration under the Rising Star program, which is an exemption for highly touted prospects.

In Forrester’s case, she required an A standard jump of 1.95 or B standard of two successful leaps at 1.92 to qualify for London.

She won at 1.86.

Thus, we’ll have no female able to leap tall objects competing in London.

“I did 95 in practice the week before, so it was there, just not on the day,” she said.

“The (Olympic) standard is very hard. High jumping and pole vault are very long events. They have to make it harder or there would be 100 competitors and we’d be there for 10 hours.”

That said, she is a fan of qualifying standards that are fair, not too stringent.

“In past years (the Canadian standard) was ridiculous, but this year was probably the fairest,” Forrester said.

Unfortunately, she didn’t hit the target on the day it mattered.

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Experienced & Licensed AUTO TECH. & LUBE TECH. Call 905-775-3422 or email resume bmidas@bellnet.ca

Health Care/ Medical

Personal Support Workers for York Region Immediate Openings for PSWs in all areas of York Region & Bradford.

Flexible hours.

Evenings & Weekends Only.

Must have vehicle.

Group Benefit Plan.

PSW Certificate required.

~ Competitive Wages ~ ~ Signing Bonus ~ Fax 905-895-7353 Email: sandi_burdett@wecare.ca

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Tuesday, July 17th. 2012 10am-4pm Location: Canadian Tire 14700 Yonge St., Aurora RENOVATION PROJECT Hiring Temporary Full-time Positions (with potential to lead to permanent position after project completion) Project start date: July 30, 2012 Project end date: October 29, 2012

Applicants must be able to work for the duration of the project.

BRING RESUME AND PREPARE FOR ON THE SPOT INTERVIEWS For more information please contact the YMCA

at 905-780-9622 ext.361

NOW HIRING Tom & Jerry's in Newmarket ALL POSITIONS Mature professionals need only apply.

Apply in person: 17335 Yonge St. Newmarket Teaching Opportunities

Daycare in Newmarket is looking for Kindergarten Teacher or RECE Please fax resume to:905-853-3788

or email first_steps@ hotmail.com

NEWMARKET MEAT PACKERS 15452 Warden Ave. Rural Location. Must have car.

Wholesale Butcher in Slaughterhouse • Cutting carcasses • Cut & trim & prepare cuts of meat • Kill floor Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, stand for long periods of time - physically demanding. $15.00-$16.00 per hour depending on experience.

Nick or Maggie (905)836-7001

requires: • F/T LOT PERSON Monday - Friday • P/T EVENING LOT PERSON Monday to Thursday &/or Saturday for Sales Department Please fax or drop off resume Att: New Car Sales Manager 75 Mulock Drive, Newmarket Fax: 905-898-7955

for busy child care in Sutton Send resume to: 905-722-5345 General Help

TOP DOLLAR PAID for SHINGLERS and LABOURERS 905-955-7663 Restaurants/ Hospitality

The beautifully transformed HOCKLEY VALLEY RESORT is looking for professional staff to join their team in the following permanent positions: • Restaurant Outlets Supervisor • Servers & Bartenders (fine dining) • Hostess/ Host • Tournant Chef • Chef de Partie • Sous Chef • Maintenance Help Interested Candidates submit resume to: thoddinott@hockley.com or fax: 519-942-8033 Teaching Opportunities

Work close to Home!

Queensville Farm Supplies has Full time opportunity for Multipurpose position. Duties include: Shipping/ receiving, warehousing, customer service, deliveries.

Applicants must be able to lift up to 88 lbs. and have a valid driver's license.

Apply in person Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm.

1631 Queensville Sideroad

Skating/ Hockey Instructors Required High Speed Hockey is growing again and we need one skating instructor and one shooting instructor. Instructors should be outgoing and either have a skating instruction background or have played hockey at a junior, college, or professional level. This is part time work on evenings and/or weekends.

Send resume to: info@highspeedhockey.ca GENERAL LABOURER Full time for General Contractor specializing in Retail Construction.

Valid drivers licence and own transportation required.

Interested parties please email: raera@sympatico.ca Career Development

Help Wanted

HANDY PERSON Help around home and property.

P/T as required.

South East Aurora Please call 905-727-6166

F/T & P/T GENERAL LABOURERS for Sharon Mushroom Farm.

Please call (905)473-3953 or apply at: 20744 Kennedy Road in Sharon General Help

MAKE A Difference! Get the career training you need to become an Addictions and Community Services Worker at Everest College Call Now! 1-866-424-8742 www.EverestCanHelp.ca Newmarket (In the Tannery Mall) Career services assistance available to graduates. Financial assistance may be available for those who qualify. Day and evening classes available.

Restaurants/ Hospitality LINE COOKS and Servers required to fill permanent positions within a busy restaurant/ retail environment located in Aurora. Email resume to: info@chinookrestaurant.ca

General Help COUNTERTOP INSTALLER Helper for Quartz Craft Countertops on Newmarket. Experienced in countertop/ kitchen installation.

Clean driving record & able to drive a cube van. Able to lift heavy loads, neat appearance, good with customers & reliable. Starting salary $15/h. Send resume: lorne@quartzcraft.ca

DENTAL ASSISTANT Must love dentistry and connecting with people. If you are an organized, self-driven leader who wants to fully use your skills and be appreciated come interview with us.

Please call Kim at 289-383-1024 or send resume to: healthysmile2011@live.com Health Care/ Medical

Roof Shinglers & Labourers Experienced, reliable, professionals only. Excellent wages for qualified candidates.

Call 905-868-9198 or 289-221-9299 or send resume to mike@universalroofing.ca

General Help

Restaurants/ Hospitality

We offer: •Top Selling Import •Includes company vehicle plan •Established dealer

General Help

2 R.E.C.E.

Sales Opportunities

Candidates should possess:

SITE SUPERINTENDENT Established General Contractor working in the I.C.I. sector seeks a permanent, full-time site superintendent for projects valued up to $5M. The successful candidate will be detail oriented with excellent written & communication skills. A min. of 5 yrs. exp. as a construction site superintendent is essential. Salary and benefit package commensurate with experience.

Email resume to: hr@constructionmgt.ca

RN/ RPN P/T positions available for onsite clinics at universities & colleges.

Send resume to: nurse1336@ gmail.com

Req'd Immediately

Would you like to be treated with respect? Would you like to have an opportunity to earn what you’re worth, and work in a team atmosphere?

Come join our successful organization.

Salon & Spa

Salon & Spa

REAL ESTATE LAW CLERK With a minimum of 2 years real estate law experience required for busy Newmarket law firm. Must be able to handle a residential real estate transaction from start to finish with minimum supervision, be proficient in Conveyancer, Teraview, Microsoft Office, and PC Law software.

Send resumes to: newmarketlaw@live.ca

Health Care/ Medical

NOW HIRING • 1 Full Time Cashier • 1 Part Time Cashier Princess Auto is a Canadian, family owned retailer with 34 stores coast to coast. We specialize in unique hard goods for the farm, shop, and light industrial markets. The Newmarket store has been growing since 2007. We credit our successes to our loyal customers and royal service from our team members.

Our cashiers focus on customer service. We are looking for people who have a royal service attitude and enjoy helping others. Duties include serving customers, till operations, invoice filing, daily paperwork, and general store maintenance. Applicants must be able to work a variety of shifts including some evenings and weekends.

We believe in promoting within our company creating great opportunities for advancement. Our full time team members enjoy a full benefit package and all team members become eligible for profit sharing after 6 months of employment. The starting wage for these positions is $11.00/hr. We are looking for people who have a positive attitude and who have fun working with others.

You may apply in person at Princess Auto 18195 Leslie St, Newmarket Ont. or e-mail your resume to newmarket.admin@princessauto.com or you may fax your resume to (905) 952-2159

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The Banner/ The Era, Thursday, July 12, 2012 Apartments for Rent

Apartments for Rent

Houses for Rent

Auctions & Sales

Auctions & Sales

LOVELY CLEAN, updated detached. Spacious house, large private yard.

Quiet neighbourhood, South Keswick, near lake, beaches, shopping, schools, parks, commuter routes. 2 residences available immediately. 3 bedroom/ 4 bedroom. 1.5 baths. Single garage. $1450.+.

Isabel, 905-836-1365 AURORA- 1 bedroom, bright, 2nd floor, water and heat included. Parking, laundry. $775 +hydro. Immediately. No dogs. First, last. 905-478-4486 AURORA- 2 bedroom lower level, fridge, stove, laundry hook-up, $950.+ Available August 1st.

905-836-0962

NEWMARKET- 2 bedroom upper, great area, nice view, private laundry, parking, central a/c. Non-smoking/ pets. Available August 1st. $1050+.

(905)233-1186

NEWMARKET- LARGE 2 bedroom, walk/ hospital.

New kitchen, appliances, paint, balcony, parking.

Quiet building. $1150 inAURORA- BEAUTIFUL, clusive. No dogs/ smoking. bright, spacious 1 bedroom 905-836-6328 renovated basement, separate entrance, parking, NEWMARKET- LARGE, laundry, SatTV, Non-smok- bright 1 bedroom in centuer/dogs. $925 inclusive. ry home (2 levels). Deck.

Must see! Suits couple/ No smoking. No pets. single. Immediate/ August $750+. 905-898-7705 1. 905-726-8000.

NEWMARKET- LEGAL 2 basement AURORA- Bright spacious bedroom 1 bedroom basement. All w/brand new countertops appliances. Shared laun- cabinets +kitchen floor, dry. Parking. Non-smoking/ separate entrance, parkpets.. Suits single/ couple. ing, appliances, laundry. $950 inclusive. Steven $1000 inclusive. Immediately. (905)898-2067 (905)505-6967 AURORA- DOWNTOWN Yonge upper bright 1 bedroom with heat, appliances, non-smoking, no pets, no parking. Immediate. $1050 plus hydro.

416-605-7457 AURORA GROVE- 3 bedroom, 2 bath townhome, walkout bsmt, overlooking conservation. 5 appliances, yard. $1985/mo. inclusive.

August 1. Lori 416-433-7424.

AURORA- SPACIOUS, 1+ bedroom basement, separate entrance, new carpet.

Suit professional. Nonsmoking/ pets. $925.

289-221-6910 AURORA- STUNNING 2 bedroom basement, bright, laundry, A/C, jacuzzi, separate entrance. Near parks, schools, transit, shopping. $950.+ Sept.

1st. 905-751-0558 AURORA TOWERS- 90 Temperance. 1 bedroom.

Small building. $1000. inclusive. Parking. August or September 1st. No dogs.

647-321-5930 BRADFORD- BRIGHT 1 bedroom basement, separate entrance, cable, laundry, parking. No dogs. $750. inclusive. August 1st.

First/ last.

647-847-3863 BRADFORD- 1 bedroom, bright, spacious, private entrance. C/A, walk-up, 2 parking, non-smoking./ dogs. From $750+ utilities.

Immediate 416-751-3368, 905-778-8228 gottarent.com BRADFORD- 3 bedroom upper, inclusive. Sept. 1st.

3 bedroom condo style apt.

August 1st. Close to all amenities. Laundry facilities.

No pets.

905-775-5813 BRADFORD- BRIGHT 1 bedroom basement, separate entrance, no smoking/ pets. Suits single. First/ last/ references required. $775. inclusive.

905-775-5671 BRADFORDBRIGHT, clean, spacious walk-out basement. 1 bedroom +den. Large kitchen, gas fireplace, c/a, satellite, parking (1). Non-pets/ smoking. First/ last. $825 inclusive.

References/ credit check. September 1.

416-571-5780 BRADFORD- CLEAN 3 bedroom, upper, no pets/ smoking. Bright, spacious, backs onto park, Available immediately. $1,150+ 905-716-7755 HOLLAND LANDINGLarge 1 bedroom ground floor, country setting, parking, No pets. References. Immediate. $800.+ heat. 905-251-6846 JACKSON’S POINT/ Sutton, 2 bedroom, new appliances, deck, coin-laundry, well-kept, suits professional/ couple. Lapsized pet friendly, $1099inclusive, Aug 1. 905-251-5483.

KESWICK900SQ.FT. bright 1 bedroom upper, $700 + 1/3 utilities. August 1st. Suits quiet professional. First and last References. (905)989-1260 KESWICK- LARGE 1 bedroom. Large kitchen/ bathroom, walkout beautiful garden. Laundry. Nonsmoking/ pets. Suits 1. $900. inclusive. Must see!

647-221-9996 LESLIE/ GREEN Lane- 2 bedroom basement. Livingroom, dining room, separate entrance. Laundry, 2 parking, A/C, non-smoking/ pets. $1100.

905-967-0425, 289-500-9911

NEWMARKETMUST see! 2 bedrooms, deck, 3 appliances,shared laundry, garage, yard. Non-smoking/ pets. Suits professional. $1200+. August 15th.

905-898-0882 NEWMARKETQUIET building, private balcony new kitchen, 2 bedroom, near hospital. Parking, laundry on premises. No dogs. $1100.

905-953-9683.

NEWMARKET QUIET, spacious 2 bedroom basement, parking; c/a; separate entrance/ laundry.

Non-smoking/ pets. No home business. References, first/last $1,100.

905-898-5152 NEWMARKETRENOVATED, large 1 bedroom, 1st floor. Close to hospital.

Appliances and laundry. $900 inclusive. Available August 1st. 647-242-6046

NEWMARKET- 3 bedroom house, main floor, bright, renovated kitchen w/granite. Near hospital. nonsmoking/ pets. $1400. inclusive.

August 1st 289-221-3370 NEWMARKET- (ALEXANDER/ Davis) 3 bedroom backsplit, 50' lot. $1400+.

Parking. New kitchen/ appliances. Available immediately.

First/ last.

905-762-2260

TWO DAY AUCTION SALE Wed. July 18th & Thurs. July 19th @ 6:30pm

POLLARDS AUCTION BARN 2.5 mi. E. of Keswick, 24190 Kennedy Rd. 15 mi. N. of Newmarket, off Woodbine Ave. ( Watch for signs) Surplus Used Medical Equipment from the Town of Georgina Community Health Care Committee

Complete line of household furniture, Antique pcs. collectibles & tools. Check the web site, www.pollardsauctions.com for photos & additions

AFFORDABLE DOG & Cat Grooming/ Boarding.

Back in Business after family illness. $35. Large dogs welcome.

SOUTH EAST Keswick- (905)836-4366 Quiet, rural, 2 storey, 3 FREE– CHOCOLATE Lab bedroom, 4 appliances, 1.5 X, approx 7yrs old, good baths. Non-smoking/ pets. health, all vacc. Very Available Aug. 1st. friendly and affectionate. $1100+. 905-478-2141 905-235-1909 SUTTON- 3 bedroom de- Vehicles Wanted/ tached. Very clean. Well Wrecking maintained.

Garage.

Fenced yard. In town. $300 TO $1000$1200+ utilities.

NonDead/ Alive. smokers. Available immeCars/ trucks/ vans. diately. 905-836-2674 Fast Free towing.

We sell parts.

416-500-5050 Rooms for Rent and NEWMARKETFURNISHED room. Quiet.

Laundry, parking, internet, cable, pool. Suits female student/ mature female.

Non-smoker/ pets. $525.

Available mid-July.

905-251-3239

CRAFTSMAN 12HP, 38" cut, $550 OBO and Snapper, 8HP, 26" cut, $450 2 BEDROOM home, upper OBO 905-887-1012 or lower level. Affordable.

Pet friendly. Immediately. HOT TUB (Spa) CoversCall 905-751-5198 Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & ColCondos for Rent ours Available.

Call 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ NEWMARKETDAVIS/ newspaper Lorne. Immaculate 2 bedHOT TUB/SPA room, 4 appliances, a/c, balcony, underground 2012 model, fully loaded, full warranty. parking, storage, laundry New in plastic. facilities, gym. $1327. SepCost $8,000 tember 1st. 905-252-4278 Sacrifice $3,900.

NEWMARKET- LARGE 2 Call: 416-779-0563 bedroom highrise condo apartment. Fitness/ party MOVINGCONTENTS room/ transit. $1395+. Sale. Dining room table/ Tony Mendes, chairs, leather couch, ta(905)715-4951, Century bles, chairs, wicker, desk, 21. more 905-503-0855

NEWMARKETRENOVATED, immaculate 2 bedroom. Open concept.

Appliances, balcony, parking, storage, gym. Great building. $1350.+ Septem1st.

No pets.

N.E. MOUNT Albert (10 ber mins.) 2 bedroom, main (905)727-8308 floor, separate entrance.

Laundry, parking. Non- Houses for Rent smoking. Pet friendly. $895. inclusive. References. 905-473-1094 GORGEOUS WATERFRONT home by Virginia NEWMARKET- 1 bed- Beach. Laundry, fridge, room, bright, spacious, stove included. 4 bedroom private entrance. Parking, w/boathouse. August 1st. non-smoking.

Laundry $1950.+ utilities. John, hook-up. From $825+ 416-881-2934 utilities.

Immediate.

9 0 5 - 7 7 8 - 8 2 2 8 , JACKSON'S POINT- Re416-751-3368 sort setting, large, spacious, newly decorated 3.5 NEWMARKET- 1 bed- bedroom, large deck. 100ft room, bright walk-out from lake access. Immedibasement. Livingroom, din- ate. 416-535-4141. ingroom, separate entrance, 4 appliances, KESWICK- ALL brick, separate laundry, private clean, 4 bedroom, steps to backyard, 2 parking. beach, gas heat. August $875+. (416)721-6001.

1st. $1395. 905-717-0012

Coming Events

SLIDING MIRROR DOORS: Brand new, all sizes! We deliver and install! Call 905-717-0102 Visit our website www. amdclosetdoors.com

FIREWOOD Available in face cords & bush cords.

Delivery available.

Call (905)836-7600 FIREWOOD- SEASONED, cut/ split ins shed. $49.-$69./ face cord. Must go. Farm being sold.

905-476-4479

Musical Instruments PIANOS- FULL-SIZE, upright. Bell mfd. Guelph.

Heintzman, grand piano. mfd. Toronto. Open to offers. 905-476-4479

A FREE TOW for your scrap car or truck and cash paid.

(905)775-1018 or (905)836-2100 A1 SERVICE. We pay top dollar. Wanted: Cars & Trucks. Your responsible auto recycler, 905-954-0002

In Memoriam

PAYLESS4CLEANINGRESIDENTIAL & Commercial, bonded, insured, reliable, references. Free estimate, affordable. Ludmila 647-267-2340

Home Renovations CEILINGS repaired. Spray textures, plaster designs, stucco, drywall, paint. We fix them all! www.mrstucco.ca 905-554-0825 CONTRACTOR- INTERLOCKING, stamped concrete, walkways, patios, Competitive pricing.

Quality work. Insured. Joe 905-953-6974, free estimates.

Moving & Storage A-PARRIS MOVERSLong/short, big/small, residential/ condos/ commercial. Quality service. Affordable/ reliable. 905-758-2848, 416-677-2848 www. parrishomesolutions.com

HARRISON, Joan (Wrightman) IF ROSES GROW IN HEAVEN If roses grow in Heaven, Lord Please pick a bunch for us Place them in our Mother's arms And tell her they're from us Tell her we love her and miss her And when she turns to smile Place a kiss upon her cheek And hold her for a while.

Because remembering her is easy We do it every day But there is an ache within our hearts That will never go away.

Wayne, Nancy, Ruth, Stephen and Brenda.

NEWMARKET- 19 Vincent St. Saturday, July 14th, 9am-3pm. Housewares, yarn, material, furniture and more.

NEWMARKET- 221 Currey Cres. (Yonge/ Mulock).

Sat, July 14th, 8am-noon.

Toys, bikes, household items.

NEWMARKET- 266 Patterson Street, July 14th+ 15th, 8am. Real Deal Vintage. Woodworking patterns, safety harness, surveyor measure, bed wedges, some antiques, more!

NEWMARKET- 805 Sisler Ave. Saturday, July 14, 8am. Moving Sale.

NEWMARKETMULTIFAMILY. 119 Don Mor Drive.

Saturday 8am-12pm. Housewares, children's items, clothing, fabric, electronics, furniture.

RIVER DRIVE Park- 82 River Drive. Saturday, July 14. Moving Sale.

TEACHER'S SALE- Primary & Junior resources (books). 142 Carrick Avenue, Keswick. Saturday, July 14, 8am.

McCAFFREY, Timothy (Tim) In loving memory of Tim, who passed away July 9, 2011.

The garment of his soul passed away, The spirit and the love light stay; The echo of his voice, his smile, Just as if they were with us All the while.

Lovingly remembered by Lois, Sean & Carrie.

SMITH, Joyce In loving memory of a dear wife, mother, grandmother who passed away July 17th, 2006.

Always a smile instead of a frown Always a hand when one was down Always true, thoughtful and kind Wonderful memories she left behind Love Keith & family.

PREECE, Roy In loving memory of a dear son, who passed away July 14th, 1979.

Today is a day to remember, To love and to honour.

Love Dad Legals

Legals

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS All persons having claims against the Estate of ANNE WOLFF DAWSON of Holland Landing, Ontario (formerly of Newmarket, Ontario), who died on May 19, 2012, are required to file proof of the same with the undersigned representative on or before August 17, 2012. Thereafter the Estate will be distributed having regard only to the claims of which the undersigned shall then have notice.

Dated: July 9, 2012.

Charles Ficner 465 Tweedsmuir Ave., Ottawa, ON, KIZ 5P1

Health Centre after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

Born 7th March, 1920 to Fred and Jennie Laing of Claresholm, Alberta.

Loving wife of the late Donald H. Way, she will be sadly missed by daughters Margaret (Ronald Sandelli) and Doreen Way (Bernard Wright), granddaughters Sheila Sandelli (Don ) and Sherry Tisdelle (Kevin), and great grandchildren Ashley and Ronald Tisdelle, Daniel and Laura Volpe. She is predeceased by sister Emily and brother William of Claresholm.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, 14 July from 1 to 2 pm at TAYLOR FUNERAL HOME, 524 Davis Drive, Newmarket, Ontario L3Y 2P3, (905)898-2100 followed by a memorial service.

Special thanks to the nurses and staff of the Newmarket Health Centre for their loving and tender care.

Contributions to the Canadian Cancer Society or Alzheimer’s Society would be greatly appreciated in lieu of flowers.

BROZYNA, Richard (Dick) Peacefully passed away, with family at his side at Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket on Friday, July 6, 2012. Dick Brozyna of Bradford in his 60th year. Beloved husband of Lydia. Loving dad of Kevin and the late Krista. Dear brother of Halina Brozyna and Krystina Brozyna. Dear uncle of Mark Shcherban. Dear brother-in-law of Leonard Subko.

Friends may call at SKWARCHUK FUNERAL HOME, 30 Simcoe Rd., Bradford for a memorial visitation on Saturday, July 14, 2012 from 1-3 p.m.

In Dick's memory, donations may be made to Southlake Regional Health Centre Foundation, Newmarket Coming Events

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JOIN US ON OCTOBER 23, 2012 AT THE 1ST INTERNATIONALLY EDUCATED PROFESSIONALS CONFERENCE IN YORK REGION. This one-day event is for internationally educated professionals and entrepreneurs who are new to York Region.

York Region's Internationally Educated Professionals Conference

AURORA- 126 Temperance Street, July 14th, 8am. Multi-family Sale.

Antique furniture, windows, magazines.

Sideboard, washstand.

CEDAR VALLEY- 5057 Vivian Road, July 14th, 8am-2pm. Contents Sale.

Washer/ dryer, livingroom set, bar.

CONTENTS/ MOVING (Indoor)- 122 Patterson St., Newmarket.

Saturday/ Sunday, July 14/ 15, 9am-5pm. Antiques, furniture, TV, much more.

ESTATE SALE Uxbridge 266 Durham Road 8 (across from Mill Run Golf Course) July 14th & 15th 8:00 a.m.

GARAGE/ ESTATE Sale Furniture, Electronics, Household Goods and More! Newmarket: 65 Stiver Drive 07/14/2012 8:00am-2:00pm MOVING! HOLLAND Landing- 59 Holland River Blvd. July 14th/ 15th.

9am-5pm. Contents, assorted household, more.

NEWMARKET- 18 Widdifield Avenue. July 14th 8am-2pm. Housewares, craft items, treadmill, table, chairs, books, more.

Online condolences may be posted at www.taylorfuneralhomenewmarket.com

Firewood

Coming Events

Come visit the RONA AURORA CLEARANCE TENT EVENT Save up to 70% OFF Deals throughout the entire store FREE coffee & donuts Saturday 9 am

Cleaning/Janitorial

Naughty Hotties

Rental Housing Wanted

BROWN, Amelia Carol Bessie Passed away peacefully at Bradford Valley Long Term Care on Friday, July 6, 2012 in her 85th year.

Beloved wife of the late Charles Brown. Loving mother of Thomas & his wife Judy, Stephen & his wife Donna, Wayne & his wife Nancy.

Proud grandmother of 8 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. She will be missed by her many brothers and sisters.

A memorial service was held in the chapel of the Roadhouse & Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main St., South, Newmarket on Monday, July 9, 2012 at 11 a.m. with an hour of visitation prior. Interment will take place at Newmarket Cemetery on a later date.

Memorial donations may be made to Bradford Valley Long Term Care.

Online condolences at www.roadhouseandrose.com

In Memoriam Pet Supplies/ Boarding/Service

NEWMARKET- SEMI, 3 bedrooms, close to all amenities & transit, $1160+ utilities.

905-830-2915

Wanted

Deaths

905-722-3112 SUTTON 905-476-5160

NEWMARKETFURCASH PAID NISHED basement room. $0-$2,500.

Fridge, microwave, toaster Scrap & repairable. Cars, oven, Yonge/ Davis. trucks, trailers.

Smoking outside. First, Will pick-up. last, references. Prefer (905)775-4935.

NEWMARKET- YONGE/ 40+ male. $450.

Toll-free: 1-888-484-4887.

Davis- bright, spacious 2+ 905-853-7091 Painting & Anytime. bedroom basement, priDecorating vate entrance/ laundry/ NEWMARKET- ROOM for yard. Appliances. Parking. rent. Female only. $500. Registration & ABSOLUTELY AMAZING Non-smoking/ pets. Refer- per month. No smoking, no Lessons painters at bargain prices! ences. Sept. $925+. pets. 905-392-6444 AURORASWIMMING Spring special $100/ 905-717-6232 Lessons available. Quali- room. Quick, clean, fi ed instructor.

Flexible reliable.

Free estimates!

Shared NEWMARKET- YONGE/ toll-free hours. Safe, fun, af- Call Mulock, nearly new, bright, Accommodations fordable. Ages 3+. Call 1-866-325-7359.

2 bedroom basement, sepAndrew, 905-751-7790 arate entrance. No pets. MT. ALBERT- 3600sq.ft.

Parking. $975. inclusive. executive house, laundry, Waste Removal August 1st. A/C, internet, cable, hard- Seniors Services ( 6 4 7 ) 5 0 5 - 1 1 3 1 , wood, non-smoking/ pets; 2 bedrooms, private bath- WANTED- MATURE com(905)954-0693 room, $950. July 1st. panion/ caregiver for an 1/2 Price Junk Removal.

Cheap. Fast Service. All NEWMARKET- YONGE/ 416-707-4038 energetic senior lady in loading/ cleanup. Free EsSavage. 1 bedroom walkwheelchair. Must have timates.

John, out basement, No smok- YONGE/ MAJOR Macken- driver's license and good 905-310-5865 (local) ing, no pets. $850 zie- room in quiet town- English. (905)882-8109 Cable/TMN, inclusive. First/ Last. house.

Available August 15th. internet, parking, transit. Mortgages/ Loans 1/2 Price Junk Removal.

Amenities. $540 Inclusive.

(289)338-4448 Cheap. Fast Service. All Suits mature female PEFFERLAW- 2 bedroom, 416-948-2973 $$MONEY$$ CONSOLI- loading/ cleanup. Free EsJohn, with yard, appliances, DATE Debts Mortgages to timates. laundry, no smoking. no Industrial/Commercial 90% No income, Bad cred- 905-310-5865 (local) pets. 1st/ last/ references. it OK! Better Option Mort$1050 inclusive. Available for Rent/ Wanted gage #10969 Escort Services August 1st. 705-437-1757 NEWMARKET/ 404- 1 - 8 0 0 - 2 8 2 - 1 1 6 9 www.mortgageontario.com QUEENSVILLE- WOOD- Lease Industrial space.

BINE. 2 bedroom lower. Clean 1100sq.ft., shop/ of- Cleaning/Janitorial $975 all inclusive. Small fice, 10' overhead door. pet welcome. August 1st. For light manufacturing, etc. CLEANING LADY. ReRyis Properties distribution, (905)830-1409 liable. No stones left un905-727-1102.

Escort Service turned. Loves to clean. ***STOP RENTING*** Office/ Business Space Good rates/ references.

We blow the Why rent when you can for Rent/ Wanted Maria (905)868-5188 own? FREE special recompetition port: How to stop renting/ LEASE/ SALE- 1/ 2 units. DOWN AND Dirty Cleanaway. buy your own home, Leslie/ Davis Office and ers. 2 reliable, responsible women. You name it, we'll visit: (705) M1A. Ground floor. John clean it. 905-251-7393 1sttimehomebuyerinfo.com (705)799-2517 719-1004 EXPERIENCED, AFSUTTON- BACHELOR, FORDABLE cleaning lady ground-level, own en- Storage Space for available. Hardworking, re- ASIAN BEAUTIES- Estrance/ bathroom/ efficien- Rent liable, flexible. Please call cort service. Busty, sexy. cy kitchen. $700 inclusive.

4 1 6 - 8 8 7 - 4 7 3 2 , Great deals, 24/7. Out Non-smoking/ pets. Suits INDOOR/ OUTDOOR 905-830-4929 calls only. 905-695-9089 single professional. July Storage- Half price! good 15th. 905-722-5110 security. Open 7 days.

Deaths Deaths 905-642-2689 Unregistered apartments could be unsafe.

Articles for Sale Ask to see your landlord’s registration certificate.

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A day at the Jim Robinson Metroland Media Wheelstalk.com Chevrolet will literally provide some Spark to the burgeoning minicar segment later this summer when its smallest car ever goes on sale Canada.

At 3.6 meters in length, the five-door 2013 Spark comes with 10 standard airbags and is the only car in its class to offer a seven-inch color touch screen radio designed to handle smart phone navigation, various media as well as hands-free calling.

GM recently made one of the very first Sparks in the country available to selected media and fleet buyers.

Driving was limited and GM has asked that impressions of the ride and handling be kept under wraps until the official press launch in August.

Other that that here’s the skinny on the 2013 Spark.

First it looks like a sporty three-door hatchback which is intentional to grab the attention of younger owners at whom this car is aimed.

It is actually a five-door with the latch to the back doors recessed and hidden in the C-pillar.

According to Chevrolet, it has more cargo volume than the Fiat 500, smart fortwo and Scion iQ. Cargo volume has yet to be announced.

Power is provided by a transversely mounted 1.2-litre, twin cam four-cylinder engine, providing an estimated 84 hp driving the front wheels through a standard five-speed manual transmission or an optional four-speed automatic.

Fuel consumption numbers were not available at time of writing. By comparison, the 1.3-litre Scion iQ is rated at 5.5/4.6/5.1 litres/100 km (city/hwy/combined).

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You’re probably met the type – hands in the ten-and-two position, driving a ten-year-old minivan.

They creep away from the stoplights, cruise just under the speed limit, and follow the most direct route (while listening at low volume to the traffic report ) so as not to waste a precious drop of fuel.

Insurance companies love these folks, but they’re nightmare to follow.

On the flip side, there are those who take pleasure in driving – but one largely unfulfilled for reasons that vary from society’s overall lack of skill to a generally prudish attitude towards motoring.

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Of course, we couldn’t even approach these cars without thorough classroom instruction, which to the credit of owner/president Brett Goodman and his team, has given the academy a 27-year injuryfree safety record.

His chief instructor, Jamie Fitzmaurice, also emphasized this wasn’t about to change on his watch.

I’ll skip the discussion on finding your line on Mosport’s Driver Development Track, which is where the racing school is held. Ditto for all the safety, except to note that those without a healthy level of self preservation were warned of an ‘early graduation.’

But let’s take a moment to ponder the specs of the car. Each Van Diemen is powered by a 2.3-litre Mazda four cylinder engine, delivering 170 hp. Doesn’t sound like much until you consider the car only tips the scales at 1,000 pounds.

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With Audi the “S” stands for serious JIM ROBINSON METROLAND MEDIA/WHEELSTALK.COM

MUNICH: After driving the Audi S6 and S7 Sportback, you quickly realize the “S” stands for serious.

Not just serious as in the performance or the build quality, but serious in Audi’s approach to every aspect of these two cars.

An example is the unique “Beaufort” inlays available on the interior. They are comprised of wood strips and one strip of aluminum which are glued together into a 0.20inch thick composite. Then a large number of these composites are placed on top of each other and bonded again.

Lastly these blocks are cross cut into veneers for a brown and silver pinstriped look you won’t find in any other car but an Audi.

Another example is the available diamond stitching available on the sports seats centre panels. The panels are made from black and silver leather each sewn with contrasting seam color. There are also several choices of leather including Valcona known for its softness and uniform surface quality.

Serious also describes the turbocharged, direct-injection 4.0-litre V8 engine found on the S6 and S7 that produces 420 hp and 406 lb/ft of torque. With twin turbos mounted in the V of the engine, gas flow is fed directly into the cylinders instead of through a long tube, the result of which is near instant mixture delivery.

The engine also features a cylinder-on-demand system that shuts down four of the eight cylinders when cruising.

Overall, the S6 and S7 consume 9.6/9.7L/100 km combined respectively.

Serious also describes the acceleration of the S6, which sprints from 0-100 km/h in 4.6 seconds while the S7 does it in 4.7 seconds. Top speed on both is limited to 250 km/h (155 mph).

AUTOBAHN CRUISER That’s quick no matter what you call it but, in the S6/S7 it’s done with such civility that you sometimes forget this in an autobahn cruiser designed for sustained 200-plus km/h.

Not only are cars like the S6/S7 ludicrously fast but the Germans like their higher end cars quiet, too.

Audi achieves this in two ways, the first being active noise control (ANC) that uses four small microphones hidden in the headliner that analyze the noise in their immediate area. When an unwanted noise is detected, the system emits a noise-cancelling counter tone produced by the speakers in the sound system.

Backing this up are active engine mounts that offset the rough running nature of the engine, when it is running on four cylinders. This is also aided by a centrifugal governor in the dual-mass flywheel that counter balances fourcylinder vibrations.

Drive the S6/S7 and they point out very clearly the difference between what Europeans and North Americans think of as “performance”.

For instance, the Ford Mustang Boss 302 I am driving as this is written is finished in a Day-Glo green with a V8 motor that idles like a North Sea trawler and bellows in the most thrilling way under full throttle.

You can go ridiculously fast but everyone will see and

hear you do it.

In Europe it’s all about being discreet.

On many high performance cars, the badging is deleted so no one knows what you’ve got under the hood. Interiors are ultra-lux and they are unusually quiet.

Joining the autobahn at 130 km/h, I was overtaken by a VW police van doing a good 150 km/h and the cops were waving at me with smiles on their faces. In Canada I would be ticketed.

Getting up to the flow of traffic at 160 km/h, that V8 engine note we all love over here is just a muffled tone.

Tire noise intrusion seemed a long way away. But there is time to think and (hopefully) react without a cacophony of sound hindering your decision making if someone further ahead drops the can.

ADAPTIVE SUSPENSION The standard sport adaptive suspension soaks any road imperfections of which there are few in Germany.

Standard equipment is Audi’s permanent all-wheeldrive that normally splits torque 40 per cent front, 60 per cent rear but can send as much as 80 per cent to the rear and 70 per cent to the front depending on demand.

While you never notice this except in extreme circumstances, quattro has software that allows torque vectoring.

For example, if the system detects the wheels on the inside of a curve as starting to lose grip, the brakes deploy marginally.

Optionally available is the new sport differential that splits torque back and forth at the rear wheels. Working faster than the electronic stability control, this system reduces oversteer and understeer in high-speed corners.

By a quirk of fate I found myself alone in the S7 in the ride and drive part of the press launch, but I wasn’t really alone.

Fitted was Audi Connect, in several languages, which uses Google Earth maps and Streetview as part of the navigation system. I understand this probably won’t come to Canada but it is super nifty to use.

Coming to an intersection, for instance, the Navi Voice tells you to make a left turn and you see it depicted on the monitor of the Multi Media Information (MMI) system just as it looks out the window.

I never got to try it, but the S6/S7 come with a night vision system that can pick out pedestrians and cyclists and highlights them in red long before you can actually see them in the flesh.

Pricing is far from decided at this point. In Europe the S6 starts at Euro 53,999 and the S7 Sportback at Euro 61,995.

Probably the most outstanding feature, in my opinion, is the fit and finish inside and out. You won’t find a stitch out of place or a panel not trued up to the next.

It is the attention to detail, not just the sense of luxury or the speed, that makes the S version of the A6 and A7 Sportback stand out.

Whether S6 or S7, each is a complete package that satisfies all the senses.

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MINI launches premium compact delivery van METROLAND MEDIA WHEELSTALK.COM

Sporting two seats and five doors, the MINI Clubvan offers trend-conscious commercial users a stylish and sophisticated alternative for carrying out their deliveries.

The functionality offered by the MINI Clubvan is based on a closed-off load area extending from the rear doors right up to the driver’s and front passenger’s seats. Cargo can be easily accessed either through the wide-opening split rear door or via the right-side Clubdoor.

With its two-seater configuration, its fixed partition between the passenger compartment and load area, and its opaque, blocked-out rear side windows, the MINI Clubvan is the first commercial-oriented vehicle in the growing MINI lineup.

NEW NICHE The MINI Clubvan will arrive in Canada late 2012 in one variant. Based on the MINI Cooper Clubman, it will also share the familiar four-cylinder 1.6 litre engine with fully variable valve management technology. With an output of 121hp at 6,000 rpm and maximum torque of 115 lb/ft at 4,250 rpm, the Clubvan is poised to create an entirely new niche in commercial transit, with

typical MINI attributes: crisp performance, super-agile handling and exceptional fuel economy.

The Clubvan is built at the MINI plant in Oxford. Its roots, too, are firmly in the British Isles. They can be traced back to 1960, when the original Mini – just one year after its launch – was followed up by a further creative and space-efficient solution in the form of the Morris Mini Van. This van model, with a wheelbase extended by ten centimetres, a closedoff load compartment and split rear door, offered exactly the sort of extra functionality urban commercial users of the time were looking for.

The new model is a versatile choice both for upmarket commercial applications and for non-mainstream leisure and lifestyle use. Its dimensions, with a length of 3,961 mm, a width of 1683 mm, a height of 1,426 mm and a wheelbase of 2,547 mm, are the same as those of the MINI Clubman.

Its tailored and functionally minded design has been achieved by taking out the rear seats and adding a range of customised features. The blocked-out, opaque rear side windows are bodycoloured, with an interior polycarbonate reinforcement. In combination with tinted glass in the rear doors, this keeps the load compartment well concealed

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In the interior, the flat loading floor and the side walls are trimmed in highquality carpeting, while an anthracite roof liner runs the full length of the vehicle. 12-volt sockets in the cargo area can be used to power electrical equipment.

CARGO PARTITION The partition behind the driver’s and front passenger’s seats, comprising a lower solid aluminum section and an upper section of stainless steel mesh, is firmly attached to the vehicle body. The partition prevents objects in the load compartment from slamming forward into the passenger compartment under heavy braking. It also allows loading right up to the roof, so that full use can be made of the rear compartment’s 860 litres of load space. The cargo area is 115 centimetres long and, even at its narrowest point just behind the rear doors, is 102 centimetres wide. Maximum payload capacity is 500 kilograms.

The Clubvan will be available as an option package as part of the MINI Clubman lineup, as a 2013 model. Detailed specifications, including pricing and available options, will be announced closer to market launch late 2012.

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Nissan LEAF sets world record – in reverse METROLAND MEDIA/WHEELSTALK.COM

The Nissan LEAF has set a record as the fastest car over a measured mile (1.6 km) in reverse.

Driven by professional stunt driver Terry Grant, the Nissan LEAF raced backwards up the famous Goodwood hillclimb course at the recent Festival of Speed, covering the distance in 1m 37.02s at an average speed of 55 mph.

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A good thing gets better with the 2012 CR-V

Now in its fourth generation, the 2012 Honda CR-V (Touring model shown) is still a rugged, practical family hauler with carlike passenger comforts and the stability of allwheel-drive.

When the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 hit showroom floors in 1997, the effect on the industry was, if not revolutionary, at least evolutionary.

These products largely defined the compact SUV segment, giving consumers a more fuel efficient, more nimble alternative to the gasguzzling, full-size sport utilities of the day.

Since then, design changes for the most part have been incremental. Probably because the typical compact SUV buyer favours the tried-and-true formula: tall-box trucky styling, all-wheel-drive surefootedness and a large four cylinder engine for a reasonable compromise between power and fuel economy.

Which is what Honda has always delivered with their top-selling CR-V. Sure, it has evolved in terms of styling, with the new-for-2012 model benefiting from deeper sculpting of the body lines and a bolder front fascia. The updated look also features a strong three-bar grille, flanked by wrap-around, projector style headlights, giving it more visual impact than previous models.

The rear-sloping roofline is followed by windows that narrow to the rear, all ending at the CR-V’s signature vertical taillights that now have a more three-dimensional look.

But none of this is a dramatic departure from 2010’s mild refresh. Nor is the 2012 CRV’s size, as there’s only a slight decrease in length, and a drop in height: 26 mm on 4WD (four-wheel-drive) and 36 mm on FWD (frontwheel-drive) models, all done without a loss in passenger volume.

Other evolutionary changes are under the skin, such as an increase in body stiffness and refinements in the suspension. Thanks as well to underbody covers and a rear spoiler, not to mention more noise insulation, the new CR-V enjoys a passenger cabin that is nearly as quiet as its Acura sibling.

And nearly as posh.

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Despite my tendency towards lead-footedness, the CR-V still managed a combined fuel economy of 10.5/L per 100 km during my week of testing. And its launch and passing power were more than satisfactory for a four-cylinder truck.

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The standard 15-inch tires on alloy wheels employ a silica compound for lower rolling resistance, thus better fuel economy.

Besides expected standard safety features such as traction control and ABS, GM’s StabiliTrac pitch and yaw system is standard.

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Hyundai scores a Coupe with newest Elantra JIM ROBINSON METROLAND MEDIA/WHEELSTALK.COM

MONTREAL: Few car companies move faster at seizing an opportunity than Hyundai and the 2013 Elantra Coupe is a case in point.

Hyundai had already planned to add the two-door Coupe and five-door GT (nee Touring) to the Elantra sedan. But when Chevrolet dropped the Cobalt Coupe in 2011, it left the Honda Civic Coupe and Kia Forte Koup pretty much alone in the small sporty coupe segment.

The Coupe and the GT may both be 2013 Elantras with the same engine and transmission choices, but after that, they are quite different cars which is why the GT will be reviewed separately on these pages in coming weeks.

Both offer a 148 hp, four-cylinder engine along with a standard six-speed manual transmission, optional ($1,200) six-speed automatic transmission, air conditioning, heated front seats, Bluetooth and a six-speaker audio system with iPod/USB/auxiliary connectivity.

Developing 131 lb/ft of torque, the 1.8-litre “Nu” series engine is not new but definitely improved with enhanced Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing (D-CVVT) for a two per cent improvement in fuel economy plus an impressive 30 per cent reduction in greenhouse gases.

Neither Coupe nor GT offers direct fuel injection but Hyundai feels the Nu powerplant is already fuel efficient enough at 6.8/4.9L/100 km city/highway for the manual and 7.3/5.0L/100 km city/highway for the automatic.

Differences start with the platforms. Although both are

built in Korea, the Coupe is based on the Elantra Sedan as you might expect.

The GT, however, is based on the platform of the i30 sold primarily in Europe. Suspension, ride and handling are thus European in very real terms.

One thing the GT has that the Coupe doesn’t is what Hyundai calls its Driver Selectable Steering Mode (DSSM) system featuring three driver-selectable operating modes (Comfort, Normal, and Sport) that allow the driver to dial in the best “feel” for driving conditions.

Front suspension on the Coupe starts with the standard Elantra sedan coil over MacPherson struts but with the shocks modified for increased performance with a 22 mm stabilizer bar added.

At the rear, the V-beam torsion bar is replaced by a lightweight version that has an integrated 22 mm stabilizer bar and monotube shocks for a firmer feel.

Four-wheel (vented front) disc brakes join leading edge safety features such as ABS with brake force distribution, vehicle stability management (VSM) and electronic stability control (ECC) with traction control.

Styling of the Coupe takes the “Fluidic Sculpture” design language with its signature hexagonal grille and upward flowing double character lines along the side that arc up to the rear with its integrated spoiler.

Inside, there are more storage spaces and cubbies than you can count with a trunk cargo volume of 420 litres that Hyundai claims is better than some larger coupes like the Accord (338 litres) and Altima (232 litres).

There are just two trim levels to keep things simple, starting with the GLS manual at $19,949, the GLS auto-

Hyundai has added a Coupe to its 2013 Elantra model lineup starting at $19,949. The SE version (shown) comes with a host of standard features including 17-inch wheels and a sports tuned suspension.

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Driven here was the SE model that adds 17-inch alloy wheels, leather seating, seven-inch touch screen navigation system with rear backup camera, 360-watt premium sound system and fully-automatic climate control system.

While I suspect the GLS automatic will be the volume seller, the SE with its added upmarket content and sportier suspension might well put a crimp in sales of larger coupes not to mention some of the new entry-level luxury sedans that don’t offer a sporting coupe.

Handling is precise but I found the electric steering a little on the light side for me.

Ride is firm, which is what you expect for a coupe and, with all the driver aids as standard, it is almost impossible to get this car out of shape even on some of rough rural roads south of Montreal where the press launch of the Coupe and GT was held.

The seats were very agreeable for a car in this price range and instruments were easy to see, understand and use.

The navigation system, however, was baffling. My co-driver and I tried to program in an address on Magog, PQ, and were unable to do so.

Now, we were trying to do it intuitively which probably says more about

our lack of this ability than the system to respond. In my experience, Hyundai navigation systems are among the easiest to program so we must have been doing something wrong.

And thank you Hyundai for good brakes, as the locals tried to feint stopping at stop signs, leading us to jam on the binders more than once.

On our way out of Montreal to Magog, my co-driver, who is familiar with the area, took me through a number of quaint towns where no one was in much of a hurry, just like us, making it an enjoyable way to sample this car.

I should note the back seat area is bigger than you might expect and easily accessible for a person my size thanks to the front seat that springs forward on its track almost to the dashboard for easy entry.

The sporty coupe market is not a big one in Canada where compact cars are favoured over the mid-size vehicles so loved by out American neighbours.

But Hyundai has a very good track record of picking its markets and selling cars and trucks with the kind of content and pricing that Canadians want.

I expect this will prove the same with the 2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe.

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The interior of the 2013 Elantra Coupe is clean and uncluttered, which has become a strong point in Hyundai design.

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NewRoads Automotive sponsors Children’s Dream Foundation METROLAND MEDIA/WHEELSTALK.COM

Foundation’s board has just completed a play park for the Children’s Aid Society and is currently planning the redevelopment of a local school playground in Newmarket Heights, an area of town where the residents have limited capacity to raise funds.

“With NewRoads Automotive Group as our major sponsor, we are confident that we can now do more to address the needs of children and youth in our community, said Regional Councillor and Tournament Host, John Taylor”.

He went on to say, “We can’t thank NewRoads enough for their support and sponsorship of our tournament, and for everything they do in our community to support so many other worthwhile organizations”.

“NewRoads Automotive Group is thrilled to join forces with Regional Councillor John Taylor and his committee in their efforts to improve the lives of kids most in need in Newmarket”, said Michael Croxon, owner of NewRoads Automotive Group. “This is the kind of work we can really get excited about supporting”, he went on to say.

The NewRoads Automotive Group joined forces with the Newmarket Children’s Dream Charity Golf Committee to rebrand the tournament as the “NewRoads Children’s Dream Charity Golf Classic”. The new name for the tournament recognizes the long-term commitment by the NewRoads Automotive Group as the title sponsor and major donor to this local golf tournament that supports playground and play equipment for kids in need in Newmarket.

The Newmarket Children’s Dream Foundation, which is the sole recipient of the proceeds from the NewRoads Children’s Dream Charity Golf Classic, was established in 2010 as a result of the vision of a small group of local residents and business people. The funds generated from the golf tournament go towards the mandate of making a lasting difference in the lives of the children, youth and families in Newmarket.

As a result of fundraising initiatives, the

On hand for the recent press event were (from left): David Britton, general manager Kia of Newmarket, Michael Croxon, president and CEO of NewRoads Automotive Group, Regional Councillor John Taylor, and Jim VanDusen, general manager of NewRoads GM.

Research targets nextgeneration electric motors METROLAND MEDIA/WHEELSTALK.COM

Jaguar Land Rover, Cobham Technical Services and Ricardo will carry out research into the design of economic electric motors that avoid expensive magnet materials.

Next-generation electric motors for low carbon emission vehicles are the target of a new collaborative research program to be led

by Cobham Technical Services.

The project, ‘Rapid Design and Development of a Switched Reluctance Traction Motor’, will also involve partners Jaguar Land-Rover and engineering consultancy Ricardo UK, and is co-funded by the Technology Strategy Board.

Aside from the need to further reduce CO2

emissions from hybrid vehicles by moving to more efficient and lower weight electric motors, there is an urgent requirement to eliminate the use of rare earth elements, which are in increasingly short supply and have risen ten-fold in cost in recent years.

Virtually all electric traction motors currently used in such applications employ permanent magnets made from materials such as neodymium-iron-boron and samariumcobalt. Since switched reluctance motors do not use permanent magnets, they are likely to provide the ideal replacement technology.

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Race track a great way to sharpen your skills From page W1

The Van Diemen’s four banger will propel it from rest to 100 km/h in just over four seconds, and its carbon metallic brake pads will stop it in less than three.

With its large wings fore and aft, there’s plenty of downforce at speed, and the vehicle’s extremely low centre of gravity also helps keep it firmly planted.

Less reassuring, at first anyway, is the five-speed, close-ratio sequential gearbox. It has no ‘neutral’ position, and you bump it forwards or backwards to change gears. And in combination with a finicky clutch.

Because you’re not always sure what gear you’re in, it’s vital to keep an eye (and ear) on the RPMs. We drove a few practice laps, eyeing the instructor’s line at low speeds, followed by three 20-minute speed sessions. Push the teacher a little and he’d turn up the heat just enough to keep it interesting.

But pride cometh before a fall, and during what I felt was my best effort so far, the back end broke loose.

It was a matter of getting a little too eager with the

throttle while coming off the apex, and that, in combination with the off-camber corner, sent me spinning into the grass.

I found out later, there was much hooting and hollering from the pit area where other journalists were waiting, but fortunately couldn’t hear it through my helmet.

Besides, several of the more experienced guys – some seasoned racers – did the same.

Class ended all too soon, and on reflection, the day was about more than enjoying a few thrills and testing your mettle.

It was an opportunity to hone an essential life skill – one which we should all view as an ongoing education.

The Bridgestone Racing Academy is located at the Mosport Driver Development Track, just north of Bowmanville: www.race2000.com For more reviews, videos and industry news, be sure to visit Wheelstalk.com. And please follow us on Twitter @ wheelstalk.

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