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Father Henry Carr students welcomed Cardinal Thomas Collins into their religion classroom Tuesday morning via Skype from Rome, where the Archbishop of Toronto remains after participating in the papal conclave last week.

The 15-minute teleconference took place shortly after Collins attended the inaugural mass of Pope Francis – formerly Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio, archbishop of Buenos Aires – following his election to the head of the Catholic church last Wednesday, March 13.

Miles Fernandes, Father Henry Carr’s school chaplain, called the experience “wonderful.”

“Our students are the future of our church, so getting them involved in this process is something which can only be positive,” he said.

“We’re really grateful for this opportunity to speak to Cardinal Collins – he’s a very approachable person, so he gels with the students really quickly.”

During the question and answer session, Collins’ fielded >>>20th, page 2

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HVVRA pays for alternate Humbertown design Controversial plaza development not sitting well with local residents CYNTHIA REASON creason@insidetoronto.com Humber Valley Village residents have put their money where their mouths are – investing “tens of thousands of dollars” toward an alternative design for the controversial redevelopment of Humbertown Plaza.

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the First Capital proposal,” he said, noting those plans were presented at HVVRA meetings on Feb. 11 and 13.

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‘20th Century’ session discusses conclave and style of Pope Francis >>>from page 1 a variety of questions from the Grade 10 and 11 students, as well as a few Grade 7 students from nearby St. Eugene Catholic School.

“I think Pope Francis will follow exactly the same path as Pope Benedict and John Paul and the others before him in terms of the faith of church, in terms of the protection of life from the first moment it exists to natural death, in terms of

the sanctity and holiness of marriage, and the importance of social justice in the world,” Collins said. “... but I think that Pope Francis will have his own style and his own way of presenting them...

“I also think the pope will follow a direction of trying to let the world know about the good news of Jesus... His basic direction is towards real simplicity and strengthening of faith.”

Grade 11 student Shereen Niranjan asked the archbishop what qualities he saw in Bergoglio that made him think he would make a good pope.

“Gradually we all kind of came together with Pope Francis because...I think what we all see in Cardinal Bergoglio is a very gentle, loving pastor,” Collins explained.

Celebrated by the poor in his native Argentina as the

“slum pope”, Pope Francis is the first Latin American to be elected to the papacy, and has made a point of his commitment to the poor.

When asked of the significance of Pope Francis’ Latin American background, Collins said Bergoglio’s cultural heritage didn’t play much of a role in his election – “we were mainly thinking of his general qualities as a very holy man and a pastor” – but that it

was quite fitting to see a Latin American elected, seeing as so many Catholics hail from the region.

Robert Gallo, a teacher from St. Eugene, brought along three of his Grade 7 students to participate in the Skype date with Collins – an experience he described as “cutting edge.”

“It’s really taking scripture and tradition and tweaking it with 21st century learning,”

he enthused.

Gallo’s students, 12-yearolds Natalia Gajewska, Allyssa Clemeno and John Bandillo, got up together to ask Cardinal Collins to describe, in one word, what the whole experience of participating in his first papal conclave in Rome has been like. Collins’ answer: “Awesome!”

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Rexdale Women’s Centre honours seniors Volunteers recognized for work with program bringing attention to elder abuse issue CYNTHIA REASON creason@insidetoronto.com

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exdale Women’s Centre recognized the contributions of 18 members of its Rexdale Ethno-Cultural Seniors Program at an awards ceremony Wednesday honouring them for their volunteer work.

“It’s surprising because they have so many other pressures in their lives – financial, family, health. For them to come and support the group, to support their community members, their peers and colleagues, really shows the level of their commitment,” RWC’s executive director Fatima Filippi said of the dedication displayed by seniors in the group.

“For many of them this is their family, and that’s so telling because the need for that kind of social support is so vital for people feeling healthy and vibrant in the community.”

Many of the seniors recognized on Wednesday took part in the New Horizons Project, a public awareness campaign urging seniors to “say no to abuse.”

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Forma Theatre, the participating seniors began to meet last April to develop skits inspired by the real life abuse experiences shared by many in the group.

In discussing what elder abuse meant to them, the group divided into four, which each subgroup tacking one form of abuse – from isolation, to financial abuse, to control issues, to failed expectations of Canada – in drama form.

It’s surprising because they have so many other pressures in their lives - financial, family, health. For them to come and support the group, to support their community, their peers and colleagues, really shows the level of their commitment. ~ RWC’s executive director Fatima Filippi

Into community They then went out into the community, acting out their skits in front of intergenerational audiences at nine separate performances at the Rexdale Community Hub, Albion Mall, York Woods and Albion libraries, and Thistletown Multi-Service Centre from August through to January.

Adam Perry, co-artistic director of In Forma Theatre, lauded the seniors’ “active participation” in a program whose anti elder abuse message reached so many.

“The responses we got were so strong from the audiences,” he said, noting also the diversity of audience

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Rexdale Women's Centre executive director Fatima Filippi (centre) with the two honourees for the Rexdale EthnoCultural Seniors Program recognized for 15 years of service: Velia Speranza and Robert Koil.

members.

“We did a lot of outreach... and one of the most important things from the program for me was the very, very active participation from our youth audiences. I think that’s a really important point, because in this project we had seniors outreaching to youth, which I think is a very unique experience for youth.”

Anuja Puthran, RWC’s manager of seniors’ services, said she was proud of how her seniors were able to connect with youth throughout the project, “The seniors took pride in helping raise awareness about elder abuse in the community, and we’re hoping that intergenerational efforts will help combat those issues,”

she said, recalling one particular performance where the Rexdale Ethno-Cultural Seniors members bonded with a local youth group.

“Together, they began talking about solutions to dealing with the issues that both were facing.”

For Robert Koil, participation in the New Horizons, Say No To Abuse program was not only an opportunity to speak out about elder abuse, but also to fulfill a childhood dream.

“It gave us an opportunity to experience our young dreams. The last time I participated in plays and skits and drama was in my school days. I never dreamt that I could face an audience and take part in a drama or a play,” he said, noting how important the message of the skits were to their seniors actors.

“Elder abuse is prev-

alent in this society today, for which many of our seniors go through. This gave us an opportunity to tell our stories – and to bring out our hidden talents.”

In addition to being recognized for his participation in the New Horizons program, Koil was also recognized alongside Velia Speranza for 15 years of dedication to the Rexdale Ethno-Cultural seniors program, as its last two remaining founding members.

The group was founded by RWC back in 1997 to help new immigrant seniors overcome the many barriers they face upon coming to Canada – from language barriers to a lack of knowledge of available services.

Find out more about the work being done at the Rexdale Women’s Centre by visiting www.rexdalewomen.org

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Donations of items sought for upcoming garage sale Proceeds benefit church’s mission to Nicaragua CYNTHIA REASON creason@insidetoronto.com Richview Baptist Church is gearing up for its eighth annual garage sale to benefit its ongoing youth missions to Nicaragua.

Over the last seven years, the Richview Baptist Church has sent members of its youth group to Nicaragua numerous times, where they’ve drilled a well that provides water for more than 3,000 people, built four chlorinators which each provide 30,000 gallons of clean water a day to the villages they serve, and have built two homes for families who formerly lived in shacks, said Richview’s youth group leader Paul Payne.

In doing so, Payne said his young charges have also “raised the quality of life for many Nicaraguans” – an experience that has “changed our youth’s perspective on the quality of life they live in Canada and on their understanding of how the poor live and survive.”

This summer, on Aug. 17, Payne and another group of 22 youth and adults will return to the highlands of Nicaragua once again to continue providing villagers there with access to clean water.

To achieve those ends, Richview Baptist is now reaching out to the community for donations of books, toys, housewares, clothing, furniture, electronics and

other goods that can be sold at their upcoming garage sale, where all proceeds benefit the church’s upcoming youth trip to Nicaragua.

Richview Baptist Church, located at 1548 Kipling Ave. (two blocks north of Eglinton Avenue), will now be accepting donated items every Sunday morning from 9:30 to 10 a.m., and every Tuesday evening from 7 to 7:30 p.m.

This year’s indoor fundraising garage sale will take place on Saturday, May 11 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The rain or shine event will feature a barbecue, live reptile show, silent auction and raffles.

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hen it comes to living in harmony with wildlife, city residents will find education and awareness useful tools for peaceful coexistence.

Scarborough Centre Councillor Glenn De Baeremaeker issued a call this week for a staff report on updating the city’s policy on coyotes. According to a letter from the councillor to the city’s licensing committee, he would like to see a “formal ‘no kill’ protocol” for coyotes for animal services staff, the banning of feeding of coyotes within city limits and a “comprehensive outreach and education campaign regarding living in harmony with coyotes.”

The committee agreed to have staff study De Baeremaeker’s proposal. While we agree making food sources easily accessible to wildlife needs to be curtailed, our view we’re unsure how an outright ban on feeding coyotes would Outreach be effectively enforced.

If a bylaw can’t be enforced, can touch on what’s the point in having it? several species But the feeding issue is important. And the councillor’s call for an outreach and education campaign has potential for significant impact in all of the city’s neighbourhoods that share space with wildlife – and not just for coyotes.

Depending on the area of the city you live in, you may share space that’s home to species such as owls, hawks, deer, foxes, raccoons, squirrels or possums.

In our Wild in the City special report, published Jan. 31, we explored what species are endemic to our individual nine communities and why, whether they were fleeing the loss of habitat or using rail corridors for safe pathways.

To see all of our stories from across the city, visit http://bit.ly/Yr8ZH4 In order to be truly comprehensive, any education campaign the city undertakes must include all species of wildlife that call the city home. This campaign can include best practices for secure storage of garbage and green bin materials, safety measures to protect domesticated pets and expert advice on any issues specific to certain species we’re liable to come across.

Toronto can become a leader among other cities when it comes to demonstrating how its residents and wildlife can peacefully co-exist.

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Board of Trade’s transit funding plans a good start toward building city’s future

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he Toronto Region Board of Trade has been a big player in policy development at Toronto City Hall since amalgamation.

Which is not to say that it’s always been a welcome player.

In the early years of amalgamation under Mayor Mel Lastman, it proved a powerful ally in obtaining help from the federal and provincial government; during the Miller years, it attempted to provide budget advice that council – or at least the mayor – had little interest in hearing.

It’s weighed in on social issues, infrastructure and tax policy at the same time as it’s engaged in its more core business of... well, business growth and retention.

This week, the board

david nickle the city stepped into the fray once more: this time, with a suite of taxes, fees and levies to come up with about $3.5 billion a year, going towards public transit. public funding This is not a huge leap for the board. For years they’ve been advocating massive public funding of transportation infrastructure expansion in Toronto.

On the other hand, it is newsworthy, when a business organization is the first out of the gate in proposing what under other circumstances its more conservative members might decry as a massive tax grab.

In this case, the conservatives who seem most uneasy about these proposals are the ones on Toronto Council. ford against new tax Mayor Rob Ford has made it clear that he doesn’t support any tax increases for transit. Doug Holyday, the deputy mayor, doesn’t like them much either. Even Karen Stintz, the chair of the Toronto Transit Commission and generally a more progressive conservative on council, worries about the $1-a-space parking levy the board’s suggesting.

That reaction shouldn’t be the rule for the board’s proposals: specifically, a one per cent regional sales tax, a 10 cent per litre regional fuel tax, a road toll for HOV lanes and the

aforementioned parking levy.

The proposal is a good start toward coming up with the $50-billion cost of the regional Let’s Move plan. One might add to that a portion of income tax – so that the entire cost isn’t borne through user fees and consumption taxes – but the Board of Trade does provide the basis for a payment plan for the cost of building our infrastructure to match our city’s needs and aspirations.

The alternative is the continued reliance on the current mayor’s fantasy of private sector funding that will never materialize. In other words, stagnation.

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TTC apologizes for ‘sorry’ subway service Monday night delays included fire at track level, subway door opening in tunnel RAHUL GUPTA rgupta@insidetoronto.com The day after a series of lengthy subway delays, an online video was posted by the TTC featuring its CEO offering an apology for the “sorry” service.

“I just want to say sorry last

night for the poor subway service we offered last night,” says Andy Byford in the one minute and five second video posted to the TTC’s Youtube channel early Tuesday afternoon for the delays which began around 6 p.m. Monday.

The most serious delay

lasted for 24 minutes when a TTC employee mistakenly opened the doors of a stationary train in the subway tunnel near Dupont Station.

Meanwhile, at Eglinton Station, a fire at track level caused by litter forced another delay of almost 20 minutes.

Another fire, this one at Keele station, also caused a delay on the Bloor Danforth line. There were also triggered passenger assistance alarms leading to commuting chaos, crowded subway platforms – and frayed nerves for riders.

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investigation was underway to find out why the doors were opened at Dupont.

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“It’s my strong position that Toronto needs to be able to invest in its own transit plan, and its own transit future, so that we can prioritize the projects that make sense for the people of Toronto,” Stintz told reporters after the Toronto Region Board of Trade’s news conference.

The Toronto Region Board of Trade’s plan to raise revenue for public transit expansion through tolls, parking fees and other revenue tools offers some good ideas, but TTC chair Karen Stintz said at least some of those tools should be used by the city and not the provincial transit

The business association released a report, A Green Light To Moving on the Toronto Region: Paying for Public Transit Expansion.

The board recommended, among other things, a one per cent regional sales tax, a dollar-per-parking space levy, a 10 cent a litre regional fuel tax and a toll for high occupancy vehicle lanes.

“I think there’s a lot of value

in tolling HOV lanes,” she said.

“Right now those lanes are under-utilized. If there are less than two people in a car and someone wants to access the lane and they’re willing to pay for it, that’s a choice they can make and a good way to potentially introduce the idea of tolls.”

Stintz was more skeptical about the parking tax. In last year’s debate about subways

in Scarborough, then-budget-chief Mike Del Grande attempted to introduce a parking levy and eventually withdrew it for lack of support – and concerns raised on behalf of suburban shopping malls, where parking is typically free.

“I think we want to be very cautious about where we implement it, how we implement it,” said Stintz.

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Arts & Entertainment

Love and laughter rules Nobody’s Perfect MARIA TZAVARAS etg@insidetoronto.com Sometimes in life, you have to go to extremes in order to get what you want.

In Theatre Etobicoke’s (TE) latest show, Nobody’s Perfect

by Simon Williams, one man decides to go above and beyond to achieve his goal in a hilarious play that had the opening night audience laughing out loud throughout the entire show. return to roots After a short departure last season from comedies, TE has returned to its roots by staging this comedic gem, and it’s the perfect play to showcase what they do best.

The show opens with single dad Leonard Loftus (Jamie Johnson) writing a book in his Santa Monica, California apartment, and waiting for his daughter Dee Dee (Nicole Marie McCafferty) to return from school.

Once she arrives, the two begin to talk about life and

Dee Dee has two thoughts: grandpa Gus (Nick Forrow) must not be sent back to the nursing home, and dad needs a life-over.

Besides being in a romantic rut since his wife left him, working from home as a “boring” statistician and hobby author has eliminated any prospects of Leonard meeting someone new.

That is until he meets Harriet (Jennifer Schembri), also unlucky in love and an editor at Love is All Around.

She has the task of finding the next great female writer and a new book, and is thrilled when she finds Leonard’s book, written under the pseudonym Lulubelle Latisha.

Seeing as it’s a feminist publishing house, Leonard has to become Lulubelle Latisha in order to get his book published and the $50,000 that goes with it. So he decides to dress up as a woman to become Leonard’s “aunt” Latisha in order to meet Harriet.

Not only is getting the nuances and mannerisms of

a woman funny to watch, but so is watching him trying to hide his attraction to Harriet.

Meanwhile, grandpa Gus is constantly up to something crazy with Dee Dee as his sidekick, making the whole process even more challenging for Leonard. well-written comedy This show is the perfect combination of a well-written, modern comedy with the right actors cast, direction and audience energy. At times, the audience’s laughter was so loud the actors had to wait before delivering their next line. And, they managed to keep their composure when the audience couldn’t contain itself.

The comedic timing is impeccable, coupled with their reactions and expressions. The acting is authentic, the characters are the perfect balance of over-the-top and realistic despite the crazy situation.

Johnson as Leonard and Lulubelle will have you con-

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stantly laughing. He plays a believable, sympathetic Leonard, and a confident, eccentric Lulubelle. Schembri is a natural as the tightlywound turned love-struck Harriet, and enjoyable to watch. How she interacts with the crazy Loftus family without cracking up is a skill in and of itself.

Forrow as grandpa Gus is amazing, stealing the scene several times with his naughty ways and hilarious one-liners.

His scenes with his counterpart Dee Dee are some of the best scenes, and McCafferty keeps up with both actors with her own talented portrayal of Dee Dee. While nothing and no-one is perfect, as far as comedic productions go, this one is the perfect show to go out and have an evening of fun and laughter.

Nobody’s Perfect runs until March 24, 8 p.m. at The Assembly Hall, 1 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Dr. General admission is $22. For tickets, call 416-246-1889 or visit www. theatre-etobicoke.com

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Staff photo/IAN KELSO

hop over to cloverdale: The Easter Bunny made a visit to Cloverdale Mall on the weekend and little Brooklyn Katsidis was one of the first to have a cuddle with the white bunny.

The bunny will be at the mall March 23 to 28 and March 30 during mall hours to greet the children.

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Association to forge ahead and find ‘best possible solution’ >>>from page 1 “I like the greenspace idea and I like the walkability. I want to ensure that what’s architecturally there is not just glass towers – it has to be in keeping with the Homesmith character of that neighbourhood, and I don’t see that with First Capital’s proposal,” she said. “All they’re going to do is put in a modernistic looking thing...I want it to be more traditional and timeless – iconic.”

First Capital Realty’s VP of Development Jodi Shpigel declined to comment on the HVVRA alternative proposal for the Humbertown Plaza, explaining that neither she nor her team have seen the plans. In terms of First Capital Realty’s latest proposal for the site, though, she said she believes it’s “something that the community, in time, will be very much in acceptance of.”

While the original First Capital proposal for the Humbertown Plaza site submitted last January included five 11- to 21-storey residential towers, the newest incarnation of that plan – filed with the city in December – has seen both the number of buildings and their heights scaled back. Those revisions, Shpigel said, came about in part due to resident feedback received over the course of several community, working group and city staff meetings the company has participated in over the last year.

“What we’ve done generally is reduce the number of residential buildings from five down to three, reduced the heights (down to 12, 10 and eight storeys) and also increased the amount of publicly accessible open space on the ground level,” she said.

“Our revised proposal also improved the quality of the urban design, the public realm, the sustainability initiatives and the landscaping – all of those elements have progressed quite significantly...so we’re quite pleased with the progress that the proposal has made over the course of the year.”

While Christensen conceded First Capital has scaled back their original application “significantly”, he said their proposal is still unacceptable because it hasn’t dealt with many of the other problematic issues with the site – density chief among them.

“They have changed the heights significantly since their first proposal, but really if you look at it carefully, all they’ve done is squashed and spread the development across the site. In actual fact, their last revision has increased the lot coverage to 73 per cent higher than the previous designs,” he charged.

“They’ve given up on height, they’ve given up on the number of buildings, but what they haven’t given up on is the densities.”

HVVRA is now planning on going ahead with its own independent arborist, traffic studies and retail peer groups to continue to search for the “best possible solution for this site,” Christensen added.

“The character of our neighourhood is something that is really special to the people that live here...it’s like a village within a city,” he said.

“First Capital has been quite famous for

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Alternate plans for Humbertown Plaza proposed by Humber Valley Village Residents Association.

some of its developments, one of which is Liberty Village... but Humber Valley Village is not Liberty Village – it’s a suburban environment, not an urban one, and we don’t think that it should be turned into one.”

The city’s planning department is expected to provide a report with their recommendations for the Humbertown site at the end of April. That report will be presented for a vote on May 14 at Etobicoke York Community Council, where residents are invited to attend and share their thoughts. The matter will then go before Toronto City Council on June 11.

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• Maintaining the community’s lowrise nature – Humber Valley Village comprises a dominant built form of mostly single-family homes, so the HVVRA’s six-storey design alternative is a “reasonable maximum height that respects the character of the neighbourhood.”

• Compatibility with the neighbourhood’s scale and texture – the HVVRA design uses setbacks and stepped back architectural design features, “so that buildings don’t appear as if they are looming over the rest of the surrounding community.”

• Visual and physical connectivity – an “inviting” neighbourhood square off of Royal York Road is just one of the “functional connections” the HVVRA design purports will bring the community into Humbertown.

• Creation of a neighbourhood square and water feature – the HVVRA-proposed, yearround space on Royal York will “encourage community gatherings such as skating in the winter, lounging in the summer, local school choirs at Christmas, and farmers’ markets in the fall.”

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It’s about the life you touch.

Please, donate to the Brampton Civic Equipment Campaign.

Call Osler Foundation at (905) 494-6890 or visit

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Toronto residents will join millions of people around the globe by switching off the lights to celebrate Earth Hour Saturday, March 23 at 8:30 p.m.

Toronto Fire Services recommends not using candles when the lights go out Saturday, but instead use a battery-powered flashlight.

If candles are used, fire services offer these tips: • Always stay in the room

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• Extinguish all candles when leaving the room.

• Avoid using candles in bedrooms.

• Keep candles at least one metre away from anything that can burn.

• Keep candles, matches and lighters hidden and out of the reach of children.

• Use sturdy candle holders that won’t tip or burn.

Consider using a candle holder

that encloses the flame in a glass shade or chimney.

• Extinguish candles when they burn to within five centimetres (two inches) of their holder.

• Make sure you have working smoke alarms on every storey of your home.

• Practise your home fire escape plan.

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Realty Inc., Brokerage Open Floor Plan Is Ideal For Entertaining. Private Landscaped Grounds With

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ROYAL YORK GARDENS Wonderful 3+1 raised bungalow on glorious 46x175 ft lot in desirable Royal York Gardens. Perfect family home facing and backing onto parks. Park with pool. Fully finished Lower level, squeaky clean and freshly painted. 74 La Rose Ave.

Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd., Brokerage Please view virtual tour and floor plans @ www.joanngludish.com

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2230 LAKE SHORE #1101

Great opportunity to live by the waterfront. This 1bdrm 416 + den is what you have been looking for. Hardwood floors, bright and open floor plan and a breathtaking Royal LePage Real Estate south/east view of lake and downtown. $349,900

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SHELLEY PORRITT

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15 MONTGOMERY ROAD

A wonderful detached home in Toronto’s Kingsway neighbourhood. This home boasts above average sized rooms, functional layout, hardwood flooring, a large kitchen, a finished basement with potential for basement apartment, private yard, garage and ample parking. Excellent Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd., schools (Lambton Kingsway/Our Lady of Sorrows) and steps to TTC. This is a great opportunity to either renovate or build a custom home.

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40 EIGHTH ST.

www.PorrittRealEstate.com Renovated 3 BR character home. New custom kitchen

and 2 baths. Hardwood floors throughout. Full finished basement. W/O to large rear deck. A true show piece, ready to just move in. www.PorrittRealEstate.com

Royal LePage Porritt Real Estate, Brokerage

Winner of the 2012 Readers Choice Award for Best Real Estate Agency

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18 BRALORNE CRES.

Must see 3 bedroom 2-storey home in high demand The Valley.

Tastefully Reno’d home on quiet tree-lined street across from Royal LePage Real Estate the Humber River. Fully finished basement w/spa-like bath.

Services Ltd., Brokerage Close to all amenities. $599,900

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FRANK LEO

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416

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www.GetLeo.com Re/Max West Realty Inc., Brokerage

Independently Owned and Operated

Broker

LUXURY 5 LEVEL!!

Situated on a premium 52’ lot, double door entry, hardwood floor, 2 skylights, w/o to deck & patio, separate side entrance to finished basement ideal for entertaining or in-law suite, renovated gorgeous bathrooms, Jacuzzi soaker tub, separate shower, double garage & drive, walk to William Osler Hospital & Humber College only $529,900!!

917-5466 HUMBERWOOD/HUMBERLINE!! www.GetLeo.com

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Totally renovated 4+1bdrm 2 storey, on a premium ravine lot overlooking the Humber River, over $155K spent on upgrades, custom kitchen, B/I appliances, Corian countertops, gleaming hardwood flrs., professionally finished basement with w/o, ideal for entertaining or in-law suite, 2 gas fireplaces, Independently Owned and Operated 4 baths, 4 w/o, deck, pattern concrete patio, and many extras for only $699,900!!

Re/Max West Realty Inc., Brokerage

RITA MOORE Sales Representative

416

236-1241

ww.ritamoore.com

PRIME SUNNYLEA

124 PRINCE EDWARD DRIVE SOUTH. Spacious family home in desirable Sunnylea school district. Walk to Kingsway shops/restaurants & Subway. Designer light fixtures, looks like a model home. Formal Living room with wood burning Fireplace, Formal Dining room fits full Eat-in Kit has addition for those family get togethers. 3 large Re/Max Professionals suite, bdrms, walk-in closets in MBR and 3rd bdrm. 2 baths and finished Inc., Brokerage lower level enhanced by large above grade window. Only 729k.

Independently Owned and Operated When you need Moore... Call Rita!

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Real Estate Services Ltd., Brokerage

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Chic & Sophisticated in The Kingsway! Stone front Tudor in the heart of The Kingsway! * 3 !

Bedrooms * 4 Baths * Main floor family room, office & powder room * Impressive kitchen with granite tops, high-end stainless steel appliances & centre island * Open concept dining room with French doors walk-out to tiered deck & hot tub! * Luxury hotel-inspired master bedroom retreat with oversized walk-in closet & cathedraled 6pc bath * Finished lower level w/large rec/exercise rm & additional 4pc spa-like bath * Walk to the subway, schools & Bloor shops! * $1,549,988

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Sensational family home on a quiet Cul-de-sac!!! * Main floor family room open concept with granite kitchen! * Breakfast area with walk-out to gardens * Maple cabinets * Built-in stainless steel appliances * Formal living & dining rooms * 2 fireplaces * French doors * 5 Bedrooms * 4 Baths * Master bedroom retreat with spa-like ensuite bath * Minutes to transportation, shops, schools, golf, highways & the airport! * $1,169,000

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Location, location, location! * Large 72’ x 100’ lot * Overlooking Mimico Creek * Steps to schools, Royal York Rd, parks & walking trails * 3+1 Bedrooms * 2 Baths * Large eat-in kitchen * Fireplace * Hardwood * Separate entrance to ground lower level with rec room – perfect for in-home office * Opportunity to buy into this quiet family neighbourhood * Renovate to suit * Minutes to the subway, shopping, downtown, golf, highways & the airport!!! * $699,000

Stunning corner penthouse suite in the prestigious Spacious 4 bedroom home in Bloor West Village, legal front Kingsway condominium complex with 10 ft ceilings pad parking, laneway parking & detached garage. Steps to & 1843 sq ft of living space.

Bloor West Village shops, restaurants & cafes.

Re/Max West Realty Inc., Brokerage 416-769-1616

2320 BLOOR ST. W. (416) 762-8255 www.rlpbloorwestvillage.com Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd.

3031 BLOOR ST. W. (416) 236-1871 www.rlpkingsway.com

5110 DUNDAS ST. W. (416) 233-6276 www.royallepagewest.com Royal LePage West Realty Group, Brokerage *Independently Owned And Operated

IAN WILSON

LePage&Stewart

SALES REPRESENTATIVE

Rob LePage, Broker | Jill Stewart, Broker

Call us at 416 231 3000 lepageandstewart.com Markland Wood Just Listed Space Galore $848,000 • Beautifully decorated 4 bedroom home • Family-sized kitchen, main floor family room • Four season sunroom, formal living/dining rooms • Professionally landscaped private garden & patio • Great for entertaining and a busy household

Open Sat & Sun 2-4pm - 225 Markland Dr.

416-458-8498

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2083 LAKE SHORE BLVD WEST

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Luxury waterfront living in Humber Bay’s exclusive Waterford Towers.

Rarely available one bedroom unit plus den with exposed western balcony has 660sq of living space. Laminate flooring, granite counters, stainless appliances, slate tile, crown mouldings, 9 foot ceilings, open concept kitchen with breakfast bar, backsplash, walk-in closet, a large balcony with gas line hook-up, 6 appliances, underground parking and locker.

JERRY PODGORSKI

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Condo in Boutique Style Building The luxurious “Dalesford”! * Airy and open 1+1 with rare 2 car parking (not tandem)! * Gorgeous natural light throughout most of the day * Contemporary look with designer inspired taste * Spacious, bright and loaded with upgrades * Granite tops, black appliances, back splash, breakfast bar * Laminate floors throughout * Soaker tub * Gas hook-up for barbecue * Attractive low-rise building in the heart of south Etobicoke * Away from the congestion and construction * Must see!!! * $349,900

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905.257.3633

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BEAUTIFUL SUNNYLEA! Centre Hall, With Main Floor Fam. Room, Gas Fireplace In Livingroom, Huge Private Drive And Double Detached Garage. Just Steps To Bloor St And Subway.This Well Maintained And CharmingHouseOffersEndlessOpportunitiesToThoseWhoWouldLoveToCallItHome.ThisPropertyAlso Features 3 Lge Bedrooms,W/I Closets,Main Flr Powder RmAndWest Facing Garden.IfYouAre Looking For A Desirable Neighbourhood You Cannot Possibly Go Wrong With This One!

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Short Walk To Lake & Street Car. Large Landscaped Corner Lot W/Stone & Brick Ext. Hardwood & Slate Floors ThruOut, Separate Formal Living Rm, Dining Rm W/Walk Out To Balcony & Fireplace. Pot Lights On Main Flr, 7 B/I Surround SteveMassaroni Sound Speakers, Crown Mouldings & Finished Bsmt W/ Broker Walk-Out That Can Be Converted To A Bachelor Suite. www.102twentyfourthst.com Dir: 416-807-8484 102 TWENTY FOURTH ST., TORONTO CITYSITES REALTY INC., BROKERAGE Tel: 416-218-9898 Independently Owned and Operated

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This home’s size and appeal cannot be appreciated from the beautiful exterior. Must be seen! Truly worth a visit.

416-493-4400

LIFESTYLE CONDOMINIUM RESIDENCE FOR SENIORS!

1ST AD! 78 WEST DEANE PARK DRIVE

Hearthstone by the Bay! 1 bedroom unit with balcony, sunroom, den. Shows beautifully, Rare ravine lot! Move in condition. 3 bedrooms, 2 washrooms. Family with excellent amenities including, doctors, hair salon, billiards, fitness, lap pool and friendly street. Freshly painted and decorated. Close to great schools much more. Amazing unit. Experience the difference! Call Heather Ferrier*, Royal Martingrove, John G Althouse and Princess Margaret.

LePage RE Srvcs Ltd., Brokerage 416-236-1871 or www.3marineparadedr.com!

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Original period details maintained & professionally blended with high-end washrooms & kitchen.

5,200+ SF of living space filled with oak staircases, wood trim, stained glass & hardwood floors. 12 large rooms, 4 bedrooms, 4 washrooms & 4 fireplaces. High end modern mechanicals, fibreglass shingles & detached coach house with additional 1,130 SF. Steps to High Park, schools, subway & Bloor West Village. Carson Dunlop Inspection. Details, floor plans, virtual tour, etc at www.dylynsky.com.

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Royal LePage Real Estate Services LTD., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated

A well maintained 3 bedroom sunfilled family home; located on a quiet tree lined street features, modern eat-in kitchen with walk-out to side yard; combination living/ dining rooms; 2 bath; central air; new roof (2012) hardwood floors on main level; rec room; partially finished basement; single car garage; close to schools and transportation. $579,900 www.ceciliaoneill.ca

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Realty Services Inc., Brokerage

The Babiak Team Sells The West End! 33 Montgomery Road $1,298,000 New List! Brilliant Kingsway reno - 3,000’, 5 br, master retreat, prof landscaping & multi car parking. Near ranked schools, new Brentwood Library & Royal York subway.

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1135 ROYAL YORK RD 206

Independently Owned and Operated

50 OLD MILL RD Spectacular 1782 sq.ft.

North West facing, main floor corner unit in exclusive 9 unit building, with 400 sq.ft. terrace overlooking the Humber River and waterfall.Gorgeous landscaping across from The Old Mill Restaurant. Elegant principle rooms, 2 bedroom + den with fireplace.

European hardwood floors throughout. 2 car owned parking + storage Attention Young Professionals, Empty Nesters Or Those Who Are Sick Of Shovelling!

Make This Chic 2 Bedroom Condo Your New Home!

Welcome To The Prestigious James Club Where The Living Is Easy! This sunny suite offers numerous upgrades including S/S appliances, hardwood throughout, granite counter tops and breakfast bar, stacked en suite laundry...the list goes on! Amenities such as indoor pool and hot tub, sauna, billiards, meeting and party rooms, 24 hr. Concierge are all there for you to enjoy! Shopping And TTC At Your Door!

OPEN HOUSE SAT/SUN 2-4 PM FIRST BLOCK SOUTH OF BLOOR!

Sophie Jaremko Real Estate Limited Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated

416 231-8282

Walk to subway! L-Shaped Lot, 25 x 120, on the east side of Cliveden Ave with a PRIVATE DRIVE and GARAGE on Meadowvale. Parking for 3 cars.

Renovate Or Build. Ideal for downsizing and staying in the renowned 'Kingsway'! Steps to Bloor St., Royal York subway & Kingway shops, movie theatre, Brentwood Library. First time on THE KINGSWAY/THOMPSON ORCHARD! market in 54 years! www.45Cliveden.com

Broker

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Professionals Inc., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated

Jones & Broadhurst Sales Representative

Sales Representative

416.232.9000

bev.jones@rogers.com ST. GEORGE’S GOLF COURSE!

Magnificent custom home on 263’ south facing property backing on to the 9th fairway! Over 7300’ with walkout lower level! Rare oversized triple garage! Secluded enclave of estate properties provides the ultimate country setting while only 20 minutes to Downtown Toronto!

Soaring ceilings, 7 bathrooms, chic wine cellar, media room, nanny suite, pool/spa! This home has it all! A must see! $3,500,000

LORNE PARK! Gorgeous detail and design! French country classic style with sophisticated appointments! Extensive millwork! 8 lavish baths! Vaulted ceilings! Private main level master retreat! Fully equipped service entrance!

Butlers panty! Hearted living room and dining room!

Kitchen is an epicureans dream! Walk up lower level with recreation and games room, wine cellar & nanny suite! $2,699,000

PRESTIGIOUS EDGEHILL PARK!

Gorgeous custom built home by renowned T.Gornik Build/Design! Set on one of Etobicoke’s most sought after gently curving tree lined streets! Beautifully landscaped! Gorgeous custom millwork & builtins! Banquet size dining room! Kitchen is a chef’s delight! Dramatic family room with vaulted/beamed ceiling! Rare 5 bedrooms! Great lower entertainment lounge! Fabulous garden oasis with pool, outdoor kitchen & covered deck! $2,557,000

VALECREST RAVINE!

A stunning 120’ x 335’ marquis ravine lot!

Absolutely gorgeous setting with incredible four season vistas! A mature, quiet location in one of West Toronto’s most prestigious neighbourhoods! Wonderful location in a superb school district! Close to airport, downtown Toronto, great parks and shopping! $2,299,000

ISLINGTON HEIGHTS!

Exceptional 4 bedroom in this prime neighbourhood!

Skylit foyer! Main floor office! Formal living room with custom built-ins! Entertainment-size gas hearthed dining room! Custom Cameo kitchen with alcoved breakfast area and walkout to deck & pool! Adjacent family room with custom built-in entertainment centre! Grand master with sitting area and posh ensuite! Lovely finished lower level!

Gorgeous lot with inground pool & iron fence surround! $1,699,000

BURNHAMTHORPE GARDENS! Seven Oaks built custom 5 bedroom home! Great open floor plan! Wonderful family home! Marana kitchen with granite island & walkout to deck & manicured private garden! Adjacent family room with gas fireplace! 3/4” hardwood floors!

Main level office & laundry! Master with 6 pc. ensuite! Fully finished lower level! Professionally landscaped gardens! Close to subway, schools & park! $1,498,000.

KINGSWAY CHARMER!

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71 LYNNGROVE AVE. Kingsway! Stunning custom built, with the finest attention to details! Builders own home! Unparalleled quality. Cherry wood finishes. Loads of charm and character! Chefs kitchen. 3+ bedrooms with separate lower level inlaw suite/apt. Steps from premiere schools, transit, boutiques and restaurants. Open House Sunday 2-4 PM. $1,349,000 VISIT US AT WWW.THEPROPERTYTEAM.COM

Wonderful 1 1/2 storey with modern updates yet maintaining the Olde World charm! Great curb appeal! Handsome wood trim & leaded windows! Superb south facing backyard! Live in and enjoy or renovate to your taste! Also a good condo alternative with the master on the main floor! Walk to shops, subway, bistros & great schools! $1,098,000

RE/MAX PROFESSIONALS INC., BROKERAGE 416.232.9000

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Custom built Classic Victorian inspired all brick 4 bdrm homes in south Etobicoke. Incredible imported high end finishes thru-out, state of the art automation system. Definitely a must see located just minutes to the airport or downtown Toronto from $868,000.

HE R ANOTL D SO INCREDIBLE 82’ X 208’ ESTATE!!

Prestigious executive 5+2 bdrm 2 storey, gorgeous stone & brick exterior, professionally landscaped lot, backing onto Conservation lands, absolutely a must see, beautifully finished thru-out, Jatoba hardwood & granite flrs, custom kitchen inground pool, & much more for $1,990,000!!

PREMIUM RAVINE LOT!!

Gorgeous Property 90’ x 143’ lot backing onto the Humber River & situated on quiet dead end street. Custom built 2 storey with addition & walkout bsmnt. Fabulous layout, granite countertop & floors, 5+1 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, finished basement with second kitchen ideal for entertaining or nanny suite, w/o to professionally landscaped lot with inground salt water pool, patio, deck, & spectacular ravine views.

Meticulously well maintained property offered at only $1,699,900!!

CUSTOM BUILT ALDERWOOD 2 STOREY!!

Fabulous design, great curb appeal, Large 4 bdrm with 4 washrooms, finished basement. Stunning classic combination of hardwood, marble & ceramic floors, high ceilings, skylight, Oak stairs, family size kitchen with breakfast area, granite countertop, centre island, stainless steel appliances & many extras for $888,800!!

BROKER Sponsor of

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QUEEN WEST VILLAGE!!

Spectacular totally renovated 2 storey! Modern kitchen with granite counter top, gleaming hardwood floors, gorgeous bathrooms, finished basement. New roof, windows & deck, 2 car Carport parking, stone & brick exterior, high demand Trinity Bellwoods area, walk to shops, restaurants, 24 hrs street car and much more only $875,000!!

VELLORE VILLAGE!!

Gorgeous Aspen Ridge Baltic Model. 4 bdrm Brick & Stone exterior interlock driveway, thousands spent on upgrades, cathedral ceiling, gleaming hardwood flrs, gas fireplace, main floor den, wrought iron railing, upgraded s/s appliances, master bdrm retreat, 5 pce ensuite, professionally landscaped, inground sprinklers, fabulous curb appeal only $827,900!!

BACKING ONTO GOLF COURSE!!!

Large detached 4 bdrm 2 storey, finished basement, huge 50’ x 199’ lot! Located close to all conveniences, quick access to Hwys, many upgrades thru-out, Well maintained home Must be seen for $799,900!!

#1 in West and Central Toronto combined by units of listings sold for all Companies of all Brokers & Sales Representatives 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and #1 in Etobicoke 1995 to present according to a study of MLS data prepared by an independent auditor of real estate statistics.

CLIENT’S CORNER! Dear Mr. Leo, Thank you for your many useful hints on our transition and the welcomed certificates.

I would like to take this opportunity also to thank and commend your agent Robert Paluzzi who has been a wealth of information for us. He was well informed both for our purchase and the sale of our home. He was always professional, punctual, informative and very accommodating. He was extremely thorough in explaining wording, conditions, waiver, etc. He was always cheerful and charismatic. He graciously answered all our many questions and addressed our concerns. We could not have been so blessed with having an agent like Robert.

His presence certainly radiates a positive trusting and charismatic persona. We are very lucky to have had this experience with him. We are sure that he will marvel your company in many ways.

Once again, please thank Robert for his expertise and caring manner that he has shown us.

Sincerely, Mary G.

WEST REALTY INC., Brokerage Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated

GORGEOUS MILLWOOD MODEL!!

TOTALLY RENOVATED BEAUTY!!

BURNHAMTHORPE/PONYTRAIL!!

Stunning Heathwood built 4 bdrm 2 storey, huge principal rooms, Impressive family size kitchen, granite countertops, under cabinet lighting, s.s appl. double oven, main flrs. den, family room, & laundry rm, spacious Living & dining room master suite with 2 large w/i closets, 5 pc. ensuite, garage access door, the list goes on and on for this Milton Beauty! Only $799,900!!

Spectacular custom executive 3+1bdrm 2 storey, brick & stone exterior, opulent open concept layout, high coffered ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, magnificent gourmet kitchen, stainless steel appliances, marble countertop, breakfast bar, & fireplace. Magnificent master bdrm, ensuite w/ soaker tub, glass shower + spa, W/I closet, & sitting area, Sept. entrance to finished bsmnt in-law suite must be seen for $749,900!!

Rare 5 bdrm 2 storey on a beautiful lot. Just steps to Gametwood Park along the Etobicoke boarder. Gorgeous family rm with w/o to private fenced lot 20’x40’, inground pool. Huge bedrooms and principal rooms, renovated baths, fabulous country kitchen with s.s appliances and breakfast area, large finished basement 2nd kitchen & 2 bedrooms, gleaming hardwood flrs. and much more. $719,000

HUMBERWOOD/HUMBERLINE!!

DUFFERIN & STEELES!!

Spacious 4bdrm 2 storey, well layed out, upgraded kitchen, granite countertop, 4 bathroom, finished basement with 2nd kitchen, large lot, professionally landscaped, interlock drive, great location for only $689,900!!

Incredible luxury condo, great location close to Vaughan Mills shopping centre, Canada’s Wonderland, restaurants, and all conveniences.

Fabulous gated community, 24hr concierge, Fantastic facilities, spacious 2 bdrm condo, stainless steel appl. Granite countertop, gleaming ceramic & hardwood flrs thru-out. A must see for $619,900!! Also available 1 + 1 bedroom $349,900 call for details!

Totally renovated 4+1bdrm 2 storey, on a premium ravine lot overlookingtheHumberRiver,over$155Kspentonupgrades, custom kitchen,B/I appliances,Corian countertops,gleaming hardwood flrs., professionally finished basement with w/o, ideal for entertaining or in-law suite, 2 gas fireplaces, 4 baths, 4 w/o, deck, pattern concrete patio, and many extras for only $699,900!!

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YORKDALE-GLEN PARK!!

Spacious 3+1bdrm bungalow on large lot, well maintained home. Large sun-filled principal rooms, separate side entrance to huge basement rec. room and extra bedroom/ utility room, great central location close to Lawrence Subway Station, Allen Rd, Hwy 401, Schools, Yorkdale Mall and much more for only $599,900!!

SIMPLY STUNNING!!

Fabulous 3bdrm detached 2 storey, beautifully finished thruout, gleaming hardwood flrs, spacious open concept layout, finished bsmnt, with 2nd kitchen, large rec rm, professionally landscaped lot, custom deck, pond, interlock, French curbs, wrought iron gate, and many extras located close to park, school, Vaughan Mills, must be seen for $529,900!!

SIMPLY STUNNING!!

Renovated 3bdrm 2stry freehold co-op , open concept living and dining room, gleaming hardwood floors, beautiful modern kitchen, finished basement, two full baths, great location close to all conveniences for only $310,000!!

OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS!!

Attention builders, rarely offered 53’x 100’ building lot in Long Branch south of Lakeshore Blvd, lot value only, sold as is, build your dream home, great location close to all conveniences just minutes to downtown Toronto for only $598,000!!

HEART LAKE EAST!!

Large 4+1bdrm 2 storey in Sandlewood / Richvale area!

Family size kitchen, marble floors & counter tops, centre island, combined living and dining room, family room with fireplace, laminate floors, large master bedroom, 4 pc ensuite & w/o closet, finished basement rec. room, located close to all conveniences for $469,000!!

KEELE & MC NAUGHTON!!

Gorgeous Maple Condo completely upgraded through out, fabulous gourmet kitchen with granite countertop, top of the line s. s. appliances, spacious living and dining rm, gleaming hardwood floors, large master bedroom with ensuite and W/I closet, ensuite laundry, great amenities and many extras included, located close to all conveniences for only $309,900!!

DETACHED 3+1BDRM 2 STOREY!!

Totally renovated gorgeous home, private 7 car driveway with double garage, spacious living room, with fireplace, Bay window, formal dining, renovated eat-in kitchen, s.s. appliances, walk out to huge deck, separate side entrance finished basement with 2nd kitchen, nicely landscaped lot and many extras for only $549,900!!

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Fluidic sculpture is spot on with the Elantra Coupe, one of the company’s sharpest rides. In the two-door Elantra, Hyundai’s signature hexagonal grille and swept-back headlights provide a bolder first impression than any predecessor.

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Its continuous power is 40 kW/55 hp. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h within 14 seconds and reaches a top speed of 135 km/h.

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floor area has a total energy storage capacity of 18.7 Kilowatt-hours (kWh); this means that the car can cover up to 150 km (per NEDC) on a single charge thanks to its low vehicle weight of 1,185 kg.

The port for charging the battery in the e-up! is hidden behind the ‘fuel filling flap’.

As an option, the Combined Charging System (CCS) is used, which has been standardized by Volkswagen and other carmakers. It supports both DC and AC charging, so that drivers can easily charge their cars at most charging stations – regardless of the power sources or charging rates that they offer.

In autumn, the e-up! will make its show debut at the International Auto Show in Frankfurt and following this will become available to order.

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Mayor Ford wants 10 per cent cut to the Land Transfer Tax DAVID NICKLE dnickle@insidetoronto.com Mayor Rob Ford will be bringing a proposed 10 per cent cut to the Land Transfer Tax to Toronto council in July, after his executive committee backed his request to have a report on how the city might shave the $34 million in annual revenue by the 2014 budget.

“It won’t be a boring summer, that’s for sure,” quipped Ford following the vote Wednesday afternoon.

Ford has vowed to phase out the tax, which brings in $340 million a year in revenue to the city by taxing real estate transactions.

During the 2010 mayoralty race, Ford had promised to get rid of the entire tax, offsetting the revenue by cutting “gravy” from city spending. But as the term wore on, it became clear to many councillors that there wasn’t $340 million in waste-

Community Notices

ZEQIR ISLAMAJ Sunday, March 10, 2013 Service in Albania JAMES YOUNG Wednesday, March 13, 2013 RITA HEADON Friday, March 15, 2013 FERNANDO GONCALVES Saturday, March 16, 2013 Chapel MARIA PAVLOV Tuesday, March 19, 2013 Chapel RICHARD CHMIEL Thursday, March 21, 2013 Chapel

Exceeding Expectations For Over 90 Years

DEREK ROACH Service Saturday, March 16, 2013 Wignall Chapel GIOVANNI MORMILE Mass Wednesday, March 20, 2013 Holy Angels Catholic Church DIANE DOWNEY Service Thursday, March 21, 2013 Mimico Chapel – 7:30 p.m.

LINDA SUE WILLIAMS Service Friday, March 22, 2013 Wignall Chapel – 2 p.m.

WILLIAM McLAUGHLIN Mass Friday, March 22, 2013 Christ The King Catholic Church - 11:00 a.m.

RALPH STEWART Service Saturday, March 23, 2013 Wignall Chapel – 1 p.m.

NANCY LORETTE Service Thursday, March 28, 2013 Mimico Chapel – 7 p.m.

Making it easier since 1931

ful spending to be cut — and removing the tax would mean either raising property taxes or making deep cuts in programs and services.

Ford made his motion as council was considering a member’s motion from works committee chair Denzil Minnan-Wong, to study simply capping the Land Transfer Tax, so the city would not collect excess money in a red-hot real estate market.

Minnan-Wong said he would support getting rid of or phasing out the tax — but only if the revenue loss could be offset some how.

He maintained the cap would be a reasonable compromise.

“It says you don’t have to find an offset because the revenue stream continues, but it gives a modest amount of relief,” he said. “We have to look at all the tools that are available to reduce the Land

Transfer Tax, but in a reasonable fashion.”

Other councillors on the committee had their own ideas.

Willowdale Councillor David Shiner called the tax “usurious” and made a motion to cut it by $90 million — or 25 per cent — each year over the next four.

Don Valley East Councillor Shelley Carroll, who served as budget chief under former mayor David Miller, said the only option council would have in cutting the tax would be to raise property taxes.

“We originally asked for this investment so that we could stabilize our property tax rate,” said Carroll, saying the move was not only fiscally imprudent, but politically imprudent too.

To learn more about the municipal land transfer tax visit the city’s website at www. toronto.ca/taxes/mltt.htm

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No special casino deal for city: Wynne DAVID NICKLE dnickle@insidetoronto.com Mayor Rob Ford won’t fold his support for a casino in Toronto — despite word from Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne that there will be no special deal for Toronto when it comes to calculating the hosting fee.

“A new funding formula doesn’t necessarily mean it’s going to be bad,” said Ford, following the announcement from Wynne’s office that the $50-$100 million promised Toronto by the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation won’t necessarily materialize.

Wynne said Toronto will be treated like any other municipality that hosts a casino, and will be paid its hosting fee according to the same formula.

That has opponents and some councillors who haven’t made up their mind suggesting that a casino in Toronto is effectively dead.

But Ford said Toronto should still expect a heftier payout from the province for hosting a major downtown casino.

“Compare us to Ottawa

— we’re three times the size, we’re the largest city in Ontario,” said Ford. “Looking at the funding formula — I have no problem with that.” hosting fee unknown However, Ford would not say if he would still support a casino if the money didn’t materialize, calling the question “premature.”

Others, however, said a seriously diminished hosting fee would cause problems for the plan.

“There are more red flags for me than there are green flags,” said Scarborough East Councillor Paul Ainslie.

“I’d still like to see the report but this is one of the concerns. When we first were talking about it, the proposed hosting fee of $168 million seemed like pie in the sky. We’ve gone from $168 to $150 to $120 million to $100 million, and now we’re floating down at $20 million before there’s a shovel in the ground.”

Trinity-Spadina Councillor Mike Layton’s ward contains Exhibition Place, where MGM is hoping to build a massive

casino and entertainment complex. He said no one should have been surprised the Liberal minority government at Queen’s Park wasn’t willing to shell out for a special deal for Toronto.

“Since Day One, I’ve said that in provincial politics, the way it works is you don’t give Toronto a special deal,” he said.

“You might win by getting some seats in Toronto, but there are other jurisdictions that have casinos too. If they start making preferred deals for Toronto, the government doesn’t sustain itself past the next election.”

Toronto’s City Manager Joe Pennachetti, meanwhile, wouldn’t comment on the matter. His office has been working on a report laying out the pros and cons of hosting a casino in the city.

The report was to have come to the executive committee this month, but has been delayed while the city and the province sort out hosting fee, among other financial matters.

To read more about MGM’s plans to bring a casino to Toronto, visit our website at www.etobicokeguardian.com

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Prepare a deck or patio for entertaining As the weather beings to warm up, many Canadians’ thoughts are turning to those long summer nights entertaining outdoors. There are many things homeowners can do to ensure their entertaining space is safe and functional.

Here are a few key tips for readying your yard for entertaining possibilities.

Expand on these basics to customize an area for your unique needs.

Check the area for any needed repairs: Prior to your first entertaining session, look over the deck or patio to take note of any flaws that may present safety hazards. Are there any loose railings? Are all screws and nails flush so they do not cause tripping? Are there any cracks in concrete or loose patio blocks? Be sure to remedy all of the repairs needed to ensure guests will be safe. If you are unsure of any structural deficits, consult with a contractor.

Hire a reputable contractor: If you

are just laying the groundwork for a new patio or deck, it is important to get the necessary permits and then hire a person who has been properly vetted. Check qualifications and licensing before hiring a contractor and ask to view a portfolio of his or her previous work. Word-of-mouth recommendations from trusted friends and family members are a good place to start.

Think about closing in a portion of a deck or patio: The use of a canopy, netting or even greenery to protect an entertaining space can help minimize weather-related damage to outdoor furniture. Netting will keep a good number of biting insects at bay when the weather is warm and humid. Having a bit of concealment also means you can create a private space that isn’t easily viewed by neighbors or passersby.

Plan well-defined areas: Just as

rooms serve different purposes inside of the home, outdoor areas can be separated according to usage. Establish a sitting nook where guests can gather and talk. Have a bar or serving area where refreshments are made and served. Make sure there is a shaded area for when the sun is too uncomfortable to make sitting outside enjoyable. Similarly, have a sunny area where people can soak up a few rays or dry off after a dip in the spa or pool. Don’t forget to establish a spot for the kids to converge with scaled-down amenities.

Invest in quality outdoor furniture: Today’s yards are extensions of a home’s interior. Guests no longer want to sit on uncomfortable metal or plastic furniture. There are many different outdoor sofas and chairs that are as stylish as they are comfortable. These pieces can be matched to the decor inside your home for a cohesive look.

Accessorize: Consider the creature

comforts of indoors and mimic that outdoors. Don’t shy away from hanging artwork on an exterior wall or using urns or pottery to decorate the space.

Weather-resistant materials ensure ev-

erything from clocks to televisions can be used outdoors. Think about having an entire set of serving dishes and other entertaining items for the outdoors.

– MS

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According to the Better Business Bureau, which tracks the ‘reputable’ roofing companies, roofing is at or near the top of the list for customer enquiries and complaints for the last three years in a row. Homeowners with limited experience in roof replacement rely on the roofing contractor to recommend the proper specifications. This process becomes confusing because there is no regulation in the industry, and each contractor recommends a different job.

What you should know about roof surface or roof deck preparation: The roof deck is the structural surface over which your roofing materials are applied. All roof boards and/or plywood must be fastened securely to the rafters, and damaged or rotten wood must be replaced. Your attic should be inspected before the work starts to uncover potential problems. A bad roof surface allows the nails to push up through the shingles, causing leaks.

What you should know about underlayment: A complete underlay system should be applied before your shingles are installed. There are two types of roofing underlay, waterproof and water resistant. Waterproof underlay is needed in areas most vulnerable to leaks: the eaves edge of the roof; in valleys, at dormer sides, around chimneys and around skylights. Water resistant underlay, often called “tar paper”, is needed on the remaining roof area. Water resistant underlay protects the roof surface in a storm situation where a few shingles blow off, but cannot be replaced immediately.

What you should know about ventilation: Improper attic venting is a common cause of early shingle failure, and your product warranty requires that your attic have proper ventilation. Venting consists of intake and exhaust. To facilitate proper air flow, your attic needs intake vents located in the overhang and exhaust vents at the roof peak. A balanced venting system is required; otherwise air will be pulled from your house. An inspection of your attic is essential to present appropriate and complete venting solutions.

What you should know about shingle quality: All shingles are not the same. Estimators should include at least three grades of shingles and inform you of the real expected shingle life. In addition to their aesthetic appeal, better quality shingles often provide you with the best value when measured on a cost per year basis.

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Spring is just around the corner so hurry in to save on storewide savings on chandeliers, light fixtures and more at Living Lighting in the Kingsway.

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Be more active this season The arrival of spring weather means it’s time to stop hibernating on the couch and get back to a healthier lifestyle. Embracing an activity does not mean you have to start training for the triathlon.

In fact, a few minor adjustments to your current routine might be all it takes to reap the rewards of living a more active lifestyle.

Walk This Way: Instead of retiring to the couch after dinner, take a walk around the neighborhood with your family or significant other. Or go it alone and use your nightly walk as a peaceful opportunity to collect your thoughts. Walking after dinner is a great way to get in some daily cardiovascular exercise, and a post-dinner walk might encourage you to eat less.

Embrace a Cause: Numerous charities sponsor charity walks or runs that provide participants with an opportunity to raise money for a good cause. Even better, such events tend to take all com-

ers, so you might be able to enlist your friends, family members or coworkers to join you. Signing up for a 10K might be just the motivation you need to get out and start training. And once the training begins, chances are you won’t want to stop even after the charity event has come and gone.

Join a Sports League: Many men and women played in recreational sports leagues as a youth or young adult. Unfortunately, it’s easy to abandon those recreation-

al activities when the responsibilities of work and family take over.

But joining a sports league is a great way to reach your weekly exercise goals, meet new friends and reconnect with a game you might have loved as a child.

Many people find it’s easier to embrace a more active lifestyle when they enjoy their physical activities, so find a sport you enjoy playing and then start playing it more.

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Make your home energy efficient It’s time to end the winter hibernating and revitalize your home for another busy spring and summer season. As you plan the spring cleaning, consider using

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Examine windows and insulation. Up to 30 per cent of a home’s

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Places of Worship

3:00am - 6:00am (7:30am on Saturday) 7 days per week in the Martingrove/ Rathburn area $1200+ per month Reliable vehicle is required Will train.

Please call: 416-231-6606

Ask for John or Patti

Steele Distributors Inc. GENERAL LABOUR JOB FAIR! Wednesday, March 27th, 10 am to 2pm

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Physically demanding. Outdoor work.

Apply with resume and two pieces of I.D.

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Willingness to travel throughout, On, Quebec and the United States.

No phone calls please.

Places of Worship

1428 Royal York Rd. (1 block N. of Eglinton) Toronto Palm Sunday, March 24 – 10 am Palm Procession and Choir Eucharist Maundy Thursday, March 28 – 7 pm Celebration of Holy Communion; Stripping of the Altar and Foot Washing.

The Rt. Reverend Philip Poole – Celebrant & Preacher.

Good Friday, March 29 at 10 am.

The Way of the Cross We experience the Passion by following Jesus’ footsteps on the way to his death.

Easter Sunday, March 31 – 10 am Choir Eucharist A joyous celebration of the Resurrection

RECEPTIONIST Male or Female wanted for large retail optical showroom. Ideal candidate will have good communication skills & a flair for fashion. Training will be provided, retail sales experience an asset.

Please drop off resume in person at the Hakim Optical located at 2243 Bloor Street West (Runnymede Rd) Attn: Manager

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Shows & Bazaars

Shows & Bazaars

Spring Fling Vendors Craft Bazaar Royal Canadian Legion Branch 101 3850 Lakeshore Blvd. West Sunday March 24th 10:00am -3:30pm Wheelchair Accessible Silent Auction Penny Drive your chance to win Maple Leaf Tickets and many more items, while your browse amongst our many hand crafted & unique Vendors.

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*Must be at least 21 years of age, have a valid A,B,C,D,E,F, or full G licence, and must be proficient in English

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(CCMA accredited Montessori school) 16 months to 6 years Half/Full Day Program Extended Care 7 a.m.to 6 p.m.

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All Fitness Equipment & Exercise Apparel from Muscle Mag Int. will be sold by Auction on

Sat. Mar. 23 at 400 Matheson Blvd. W.

Mississauga Sale starts at 10:30am.

Doors open at 9:00 am.

For listing go to www.theauctionguy.ca Restaurants/ Hospitality

Restaurants/ Hospitality

Job Fair at The Boulevard Club April 3, 2013 5:00 to 7:00 PM in the Ballroom

We’re hosting a Summer Job Fair for energetic people with an exceptional service attitude. Available positions include Restaurant Servers, Food Runners, Bussers, and Food Expeditors.

Please bring your resume and references. Wages based on experience.

The Boulevard Club, 1491 Lake Shore Blvd.

West, Toronto. Inquiries: lstomboli@boulevardclub.com

Technical/ Skilled Trades

Technical/ Skilled Trades

HVAC Service tech for new home construction.

Must have min G2 Gas Lic. & 313D Refrigerator Licence and Valid Dr. Licence. Experience with boilers, A\C’s, furnaces and hwt a must.

Fax resume:905-794-1378 General Help

Building Manager Couple with experience required for a large landlord in Etobicoke & downtown Toronto.

Excellent salary.

Includes an apartment and benefits.

E-mail resumes to jobs@metcap.com

Technical/ Skilled Trades EXPERIENCED CERTIFIED Reach Operator for J.B. Merchandise Design in Etobicoke. Must be able to pick, secure, load various sizes & shapes of steel, pallet racking & components. Team environment. $15/hour to start. 427/QEW. Weekdays. Send resume to: info.jbmerchandise@ gmail.com

Computer/IT BUSY TRADE show company seeking part-time Graphic Production staff in Toronto. Must be willing to work flexible hours.

Please send your resume to Robin at: robin.jack-reeves@ freemanco.com or call 416-252-3361

Domestic Help Available I WILL make your house sparkling clean. Experienced, Reliable, Honest, & References. Gift certificates available.

Call Dorothy 647-868-1517 PORTUGUESE CLEANING lady- 20 years experience. Good references.

Has Fridays available.

Can do laundry & ironing.

Call 416-780-0321 GOLDEN BROOM Cleaning Service.

Homes, Apartments, Offices. After party cleanups and renovations too.

Call 416-820-0555

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Christine, 416 258-8867

Homes/Properties Wanted ALDERWOOD/ SOUTH Etobicoke. Couple looking to buy house privately. Consider fixer upper.

Will pay cash.

416-252-3088

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Garage Sales

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FRIDAY,

MARCH 22ND

11am- 7pm

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25 years experience.

Richard & Janet 416-431-7180 416-566-7373 Real Estate Misc./Services

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Travel & Vacations

HELP WANTED!! Make $1000 a week mailing Brochures From Home!

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FREE Supplies! NO Experience Required. Start Immediately! www.mailing-group.com

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For $399! www.luxurycabohotel.com 888-481-9660

Tax/Financial

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TAX PAIN Solution.

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Cards of Thanks

Coming Events MIMICO, NTSS AND ALDERWOOD HIGH SCHOOLS For all years Sat. June 8th, 2013 Royal Canadian legion in Long Branch $30.00 incl: (2) live bands upstairs and downstairs Dinner and Dance contact: gayle thomas (416) 901-5757 E-MAIL: thomaskgayle@ hotmail.com

HAENLTEPD

NOVENA TO The Most Sacred Heart Of Jesus And St. Jude. May the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus be praised, blessed, loved adored and glorified throughout the whole world now and forever, Amen.

Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, help to the helpless, pray for us.

Say nine times a day for nine days. Prayer will be answered by the eighth day, it has never failed. Publication must be promised. Thank you very much Most Sacred Heart of Jesus and St. Jude, for favors granted. G.A.

caregivers available for childcare or elderly care.

Call 416-924-5727 or www.platinum-care.ca

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BUTCHER SUPPLIES, Leather + Craft Supplies and Animal Control Products. Get your Halfords 128 page FREE CATALOG. 1-800-353-7864 or Email: order@halfordhide.com.

Visit our Web Store: www.halfords mailorder.com HOT TUB (SPA) Covers Best Price, Best Quality.

All shapes & Colours Available.

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HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & ColAvailable.

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Call (416) 798-7284 to plan your advertising campaign.

Vehicles Wanted/Wrecking LOOKING FOR old cars!

Mini/ cargo vans ready for scrap. For towing, no membership is required.

Call Dave at 647-504-5430 TOP $$ for scrap cars, Free pick up 24/ 7 Dead or alive, Call today! 647-688-3423 647-898-1332

Vehicles Wanted/Wrecking WE BUY ALL CARS! Running or Not, we will buy it! Cars/Trucks/vans.

Sell ANY Car today with ONE FREE Phone call to: 1-800-551-8647

Home Renovations BUILDER/ GENERAL CONTRACTORS RESIDENTIAL/ COMMERCIAL. Finished basements.

Painting.

Bathrooms. Ceramic tiles.

Flat roofs. Leaking basements. Brick/chimney repairs. House additions 9 0 5 - 7 6 4 - 6 6 6 7 , 416-823-5120 CEILINGS repaired.

Spray textures, plaster designs, stucco, drywall, paint. We fix them all! www.mrstucco.ca 416-242-8863 HOME REPAIRS - Renovate, Remodel, Build, Painting, Trim Work, Kitchens, Bathrooms.

Free Estimate. 20 Years Experience. Courteous Service.

Cell:647-992-9038 Office:647-347-4100 LOWEST PRICE, renovated washroom $1500. Leaking specialist.

Dishwasher, faucet, toilets, tiles, carpentry, drywall, plumbing, all work written Guarantee 416-623-7762 Ext#101

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Waste Removal PETER’S DEPENDABLE JUNK REMOVAL From home or business, including furniture/ appliances, construction waste.

Quick & careful!

416-677-3818 Rock Bottom Rates!

Plumbing

EMERGENCY? Clogged drain, camera inspection Leaky pipes Reasonable price, 25 years experience Licensed/ Insured credit card accepted

Free estimate James Chen

647-519-9506 Handy Person EXPERIENCED Jack Of All Trades. Painting, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, flooring, general repairs. Local references. Quality and satisfaction guaranteed.

Daryl: 416-575-7035

APTS FOR RENT LIVING A SPACIOUS LIFESTYLE

Widdicombe Place 53 Widdicombe Hill Blvd.

KIPLING/EGLINTON 2, 3 & PENTHOUSE SUITES

With breathtaking city & lake views. Close to shopping/TTC. Easy access to all highways.

Hardwood, ceramic floors, A/C, 5 appliances, Concierge services. Indoor pool, sauna, tennis crt, whirlpool, Exercise facility, golf simulator.

OPEN HOUSE DAILY

416-247-5488 www.realstar.ca Apartments for Rent

Apartments for Rent

DICKSON/ KIPLING- 1 bedroom basement. Basic cable/ utilities included. Close to amenities.

No smoking/ pets. $700.

905-886-4882 or 905-859-4946.

LAKESHORE/ KIPLING2 bedroom apartment available April 2nd. $1050/ month + hydro & cable. Coin laundry in building.

Call 647-964-8159

KIPLING/ WESTHUMBER: Amoro Drive: Spacious 1BR basement.

Near TTC, bus routes.

Available immediately. No pets/ smoking. $850 inclusive. 416-985-8641

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PUZZLE CORNER YOUR Weekly Crossword

Sudoku (difficult)

How to do it: Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3 by 3 box contains the digits 1 through 9.

last week’s answers

ANTIQUES

& Collectibles Wanted

Business Opportunities

Business Opportunities

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Articles Wanted

Handy Person

Flooring & Carpeting

Appliance Repairs/ Installation

HANDYMAN RELIABLE Cabinetry, Plumbing, Electrical, Countertops, Painting, General Repairs, Honest, Reliable, Great Rates.

20 Years Experience Rick 416-707-4693

NESO FLOORING Carpet installation starting from $1.29/ sq.ft.

Hardwood, laminate at low prices.

26 yrs experience.

Free Estimates.

Best Price!

647-400-8198

Professional Repairs of all brands of: Refrigeration, Stoves, Dishwashers, Washers, Dryers, Air Conditioning, & Heating.

Free Estimates.

Warranty, Credit cards accepted.

Seniors discount.

416-616-0388

TILE WORK, SMALL PLUMBING and Toilet Repairs, Showers, walls/ floors,etc 35+ years experience, Senior with References.

Reliable Ray. 416-918-2009

Decks & Fences 0 ALL DECKS built in 1 day.

Highest quality.

Spring discount! Free design and estimates.

Call Mike 416-738-7752 www.griffindecks.ca DECK DECKS, Decks, Only Decks, family business 25yrs. Experience, free estimates, photos, r e f e r e n c e s , w w w. a l p i n e d e c k . c o m 905-3338-0665

Furniture Repair SPRING UPHOLSTERY and Renewal.

Sofas, chairs, antiques. 35yrs. experience. *100’s of fabrics. *Senior’s discount *Free shop at home. Call 416-894-9642

Moving & Storage APPLE MOVING and Storage.

Residential/ office moving. Packing services. In business 30 years. Reliable & courteous. Insured & licensed. 416-533-4162

Adult Personals LOCAL HOOKUPS BROWSE4FREE 1-888-628-6790 or #7878 Mobile HOT LOCAL CHAT 1-877-290-0553 Mobile: #5015 Find Your Favourite CALL NOW 1-866-732-0070 1-888-544-0199 18+

Post your job openings here.

Tree/Stump Service DAVE’S TREE Service, tree/ stump removal, pruning, fully insured, free estimates. Call 647-979-2006

Call (416)

798-7284

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Lady Reno Inc.

Additions / Renovations Professional and caring 20 years experience

Michelle 416-268-5005 www.ladyreno.com

Carpentry ~ Drywall ~ Doors Tile- all kinds of flooring Bathroom/Basement Specialist

ELECTRICAL

PLUMBING

Avenue Electrical Contractors Inc.

PLUMBERS DIRECT

For all your electrical needs.

Panel changes, pot lights, basement renovations, etc. Licensed and insured.

Free estimates. Reasonable rates.

• licensed • honest • reliable • local • experienced • insured • quality workmanship • seniors discount • references

P 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE e 416-997-3063 t www.plumbersdirect.ca e Financing Available r: (Met Lic #P20579)

Call 647-274-6866 Lic# ECRA/ESA7001902

LANDSCAPING, LAWN CARE, SUPPLIES

Free Estimates! 20yrs experience!

References available!

IDEAL PLUMBING

· 24 Hour Emergency Service · Plugged Drain Repair •Backflow Prevention · Service Specialist · Flat Rates · Fully Insured · No Extra Charge for Evening & Weekends

Master Lic.# 20557

www.idealplumbingdrain.com SASHA 416-371-7137 ALI 416-828-6611

Call Tony 416-910-3092

Sign up & receive Free Fertilizer application

Ceramic Tiles - Porcelain Marble - Limestone.

Any kind of design! Specializing in kitchens, bathrooms, back splashes!

Over 20yrs. experience. Excellent work.

Free Estimates. Competitive prices!

416-820-0931 Niko Tile

EAVESTROUGHS 416-878-4731 EAVESTROUGH BY DESIGN We Accept Intallment Payments Professional Installation Seniors Discount EAVESTROUGH • SIDING

DOWNSPOUT DISCONNECTION WWW.CANATASK.COM BONDED AND INSURED

FREE ADVICE AND ESTIMATE

ELECTRICAL

CROATIAN ELECTRIC

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS

(416) 234-9006

(DAVID) M.J. Yelavich & Sons, Etobicoke, Ontario

24 HOUR SERVICE Metro Licence #: 7000356

Call for FREE ESTIMATE 416-414-8020

ROOFING

THE LAWN KING Lawn & Garden Maintenance

J.E. O’Farrell ROOFING LTD. Est. 1947

Spring Clean Ups Lawn Fertilization Lawn Mowing Hedge & Shrub Trimming, etc. www.thelawnking.com

416-577-8444

PAINTING & DECORATING LM Andrews

PAINTING Exterior/Interior

FREE ESTIMATE – CALL ANDREW

Licensened & Insured

REPAIRS & RENEWALS to Roofs, Chimney & Eves FREE Estimates

416-241-6953

CANADIAN

ROOF

MASTERS

• Shingles • Flat Roofs • Skylights • Chimneys • Eavestroughs • Repairs • Free Estimates

Save UP TO 15% OFF Lic. # B21358

Fully Licensed & Insured

416-626-0777

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WATERPROOFING

416-259-1494

BASEMENT WATERPROOFING LOWER BASEMENT & UNDER PINNING

BRILLIANT STROKES

Atena Construction 416-854-5156 www.atenaconstruction.com

25 Years Painting & Decoration Experience • Quality Work • Reasonable Pricing

THE WET BASEMENT SPECIALISTS

26 years experience

Michael 416-571-5857

Since 1982 RENOVATION Insured • Guaranteed

Waterproofing and Foundation Repairs

Interior & Exterior Methods

Licensed & Insured • 35 yrs experience

Call for a free estimate

416-749-2273 • www.basetech.ca

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