Vaughan/King Community Guide 2016

2016 Vaughan

Community Guide

A special supplement to The

The Regional Muncipality of York

Regional Services

§ Court Services § Family and Children’s Services § Forestry

§ Planning and Economic Development § Police Services

§ Social Assistance ssistance § Solid Wast aste Management anagement

For more information, please contact Access York at 1-877-464-9675 or visit york.ca/RegionalServices

§ Housing § Long Term Care § Paramedic aramedic Services vices

§ Public Health § Regional Roads

§ YRT/Viva astewater § Water/Wast

CHRONIC DISEASE PROGRAM All programs are FREE of cost!

PROGRAM NAME Diabetes Education Program for Pre-diabetes and Type 2 Diabetes : • Individual counselling • Group education sessions • We teach you healthy eating, weight management, individualized meal plans, meter training (meters provided free), blood sugar monitoring, insulin therapy, cholesterol and blood pressure management, foot assessments, stress management, sick day management and more….

• Registered Dietitians, Registered Nurses who are also Certified Diabetes Educators and a Registered Chiropodist.

• For more information and registration call 905- 303-8490 X 137 COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) Program • Individual counselling • Group education sessions • Breathing tests (Spirometry) done by a Certified Respiratory Educator • We teach how to use your inhaler devices correctly, information on your respiratory medications, lung health treatment plans, smoking cessation counselling.

• One-on-one exercise assessments and prescription offered by a Registered Kinesiologist. A customized exercise plan will be designed for you.

• For more information and registration call 905- 303-8490 X 167 Chronic Disease Exercise Program: • Group exercise programs for individuals who are at risk of developing diabetes, COPD, arthritis, asthma, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or any heart condition and for those who want to quit smoking.

• For more information and registration call 905- 303-8490 X 171 Vaughan Community Health Centre 9401 Jane St. Suite 206, Vaughan ON, L6A 4H7 www.vaughanhealthcarechc.com Vaughan Community Guide 2016 | 3

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Message from the General Manager Family-friendly winter activities

10 Making the Most of Your Storage

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PUBLISHER

Dana Robbins GENERAL MANAGER

16 Senior Services

Shaun Sauve DIRECTOR OF ADVERTISING

Maureen Christie

18 Easy Cake Pops Recipe 20 Top Reasons Why Education Is So Important

ADVERTISING MANAGER

Tanya Pacheco ADVERTISING SALES

Dawn Chaykowsky, Steve Fasciano, Nino Michela, Bryce McGregor, Tony Segreti, Shelly Thompson, Joseph Montagnese & Howie Taylor DIRECTOR OF PRODUCTION

Katherine Porcheron GRAPHIC DESIGN

Kimberly Fong

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BUSINESS MANAGER

Rob Lazurko CIRCULATION DIRECTOR

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Message from the General Manager

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elcome to our annual Vaughan Community Guide.

As general manager of Vaughan’s awardwinning community newspaper, The Vaughan Citizen, I am pleased to provide you with such a comprehensive publication.

Our community guide is a complete directory of community services and local organizations.

Ultimately, this community guide provides you with a lot of useful information about Vaughan.

Vaughan is a growing, dynamic community and has a great deal to offer citizens of all ages.

People are the lifeblood of any community and Vaughan is blessed with great people running successful local businesses. I encourage you to support them by shopping locally.

Thank you for taking the time to read this publication and for sharing our passion for Vaughan.

Shaun Sauve, General Manager

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Family-friendly winter activities M

any people may run indoors when the temperatures outside dip below freezing.

But the truly adventurous see no reason why to cooped up indoors from a little cold weather.

Sledding: Kids can seemingly ride their sleds and toboggans down snowy hills all day long, but even parents get a kick out of racing or sharing a sled with their youngsters.

Snowshoeing: While snowshoeing can be physically demanding, it’s also a fun way for families that like family walks to continue those traditions even if there are a few inches of snow on the ground.

Snowman building: The season’s first snowfall provides the perfect opportunity for parents and their children to start building some snowmen. Lifting snow is great strength training,

while pushing snow to form Frosty’s body is a great way to get in some cardiovascular exercise.

Skiing and snowboarding: The earlier youngsters start skiing and/or snowboarding, the more likely such activities will prove second nature. Many resorts offer skiing and snowboarding lessons to kids and adults, so parents can book weekend getaways for the family.

While it’s tempting to huddle up indoors when winter hits full swing, families who embrace the great outdoors can avoid cabin fever and enjoy one another’s company along the way.

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We believe that good health begins on farms that grow in partnership with nature.

That’s why all of our fresh produce is Organic.

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WOODBRIDGE SOCCER CLUB Serving Woodbridge, Vaughan & surrounding areas since 1976

For more info call our office (905) 851-4496 PIAZZA DEL SOLE WOODBRIDGE 905-856-7779

or check out our website wscstrikers.com Woodbridge S. C. 7401 Martingrove Rd.

Don’t Stop! Just Keep Moving, Running, Golfing And Doing Everything You Love!

Whether you’re on the golf course or working out– let’s face it you don’t want your hearing aids to get in the way. Lyric is so effortless you just might forget you’re wearing a hearing aid. Lyric®, the world’s first 100% invisible, 24/7 wearable, sweat-proof, shower-proof, for-months-at-a-time** hearing device.

Lyric® can be worn 24 hours a day during all kinds of activities, including: Showering, Jogging, Sleeping, Attending Concerts, Listening to Headphones and Talking on the Phone

INVISIBLE, INCREDIBLE, HASSLE-FREE HEARING • RISK-FREE 30 DAY TRIAL* *Individual patient needs may vary. Professional fees may apply. Annual subscription begins the first day of trial. Lyric is not appropriate for all patients. **Duration of device battery life varies by patient and is subject to individual ear conditions. Lyric is water resistant, not waterproof, and should not be completely submerged underwater. Based on results from two surveys totaling 134 patients who had worn Lyric for at least 30 days. See Woodbridge Hearing Clinic to determine if Lyric is right for you. Lyric, Distributed by Phonak, LLC ©2013. All rights reserved.

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140 Woodbridge Ave., Unit AU6, Vaughan, ON • www.woodbridgehearingclinic.ca Vaughan Community Guide 2016 | 9

Making the Most of Your Storage

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inding storage solutions to organize a home can be a daunting task. These simple DIY tips will overhaul key areas in the home to give you a more efficient space from top to bottom.

Closet Organization Use a closet kit that includes hanging rods, shelving and hardware for an easy DIY installation that will upgrade any walk-in or reach-in closet.

Leverage vertical space for small closets by hanging double rods for shorter garments. Wire shelves are a good addition to hold clothing and other linens, allowing air to pass through so fabrics can breathe, and ultimately last longer.

Laundry Solutions Associates at Home Depot recommend hanging a wall cabinet above your laundry machines to

store detergent and other products that need to be out of reach of children and pets.

If you own a front load laundry pair, install work surfaces on top that include handy pockets to store your cleaning supplies. basement Storage Consider under-stair shelving to make use of an often-wasted space. Find furniture that serves dual purposes – like a bench for seating that also has room for storage inside.

Clear totes can help you to organize and store items that aren’t in use, and make finding everything easy. Alternatively, opt for totes in colourful or textured versions that can add a punch of personality to open shelving.

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Checklist For You & Your Pet

Courtesy of: www.newscanada.com 1. Activity level: Cats and dogs use both mental and physical muscles to exercise, which helps promote mental stimulation and decrease the risk of weight gain.

2. Age and size: Holistic dry pet food provides complete and balanced nutrition for cats and dogs depending on their life stage and breed size.

3. Eating habits: With obesity in dogs becoming more common, it’s important to consider your pet’s diet more closely. Pet parents can manage their pet’s weight and prevent weight gain by choosing food with wholesome ingredients.

4. Health conditions and sensitivities: Regular checkups with your vet can help detect changes in your pet’s health.

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auto guide

Japanese automakers turn heads in Detroit

By Neil Moore • Metroland Media

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AIAS kicked off early Monday with the 2016 North American Car and Truck of the Year awards. You might think it would be skewed towards the Detroit Three, but it was nothing of the sort with Honda Pilot, Nissan Titan and Volvo XC 90 as finalists for the truck award, and Mazda MX-5, Honda Civic and Chevy Malibu for the car.

Nissan Design America took its finalist for North American Truck of the Year and made it even more badass. The Titan XD has gained three inches in height to accommodate four 37-inch high offroad tires, six inches in width to house its long-travel suspension, and was fitted with a pile of exterior, interior and offroad mods to become

the Titan Warrior Concept.

It’s 20 feet long, nearly seven feet at the roof, and over seven feet wide – so the vehicle makes a statement. As do its flared fenders, functional hood vents, menacing front grille and headlight treatment.

The Titan Warrior Concept is an extreme version of the all-new Titan XD pickup, with more in-your-face styling and some serious off-road enhancements.

PHOTO BY HEATHER MEEHAN, COHN & WOLFE

Maple

Your Community Dealer is here at Maple Volkswagen Maple Volkswagen is Vaughan’s newest Volkswagen dealership and your home for the best selection of New and Pre owned Volkswagen Vehicles. As a full service Volkswagen dealership we are here to serve our community with the best factory trained technicians and the tools to keep your Volkswagen vehicle running and looking its best.

Come and Visit our state of the art facility and experience the difference that buying or servicing a vehicle from Maple Volkswagen makes.

Maple Volkswagen Jim L. Garofalo

General Manager

©2012Volkswagen Canada.“Volkswagen”and theVolkswagen logo are registered trademarks of Volkswagen AG. *on 2013 Jetta and Passat. See dealer for details

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senior services Older Adult Groups

CANADIAN RED CROSS SOCIETY Region of York Branch P 1-800-361-9448 www.redcross.ca

East Woodbridge Seniors Club P 905-851-6780

COMMUNITY HOME ASSISTANCE TO SENIORS (CHATS) P 905-713-3373 ext. 6047 or 1-877-452-4287 seniorshelp@chats.on.ca www.chats.on.ca LONG TERM CARE FACILITY Maple Health Centre P 905-303-0133 OLD AGE SECURITY P 1-800-277-9914 ONTARIO ASSOCIATION OF NON-PROFIT HOMESAND SERVICES FOR SENIORS P 905-851-8821 ext. 230 PALLIATIVE CARE P 905-895-3628 ext. 270 SENIORS FOR SENIORS (Transportation Services) P 416-481-2733 SOCIAL ASSISTANCE P 905-660-4882

Association of Vaughan P 905-567-3888 Giuseppe Garibaldi Seniors Club P 905-738-8766 Human Endeavour P 416-726-3252 Kleinburg Bridge Club P 905-893-1593 Seniors Bocce Club P 905-832-2377 Maple Pioneer Italian Seniors Club P 905-303-1853 Pine York Seniors Club P 905-265-9507 Pine Crest Seniors Club P 905-738-4611 Seniors Association of Vaughan Initiative (SAVI) P 905-265-9507

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senior services cont’d SONOMA HEIGHTS SENIORS CLUb P 905-893-1266 THORNHILL SENIORS CLUb P 905-832-8554 ext. 7723 VELLORE VILLAGE SENIORS CLUb P 905-879-8732 ext.7308 WEST WOODbRIDGE SENIORS CLUb P 905-879-8732 ext. 7120 WOODbRIDGE MACEDONIAN SENIORS CLUb P 905-265-2197

Retirement Homes

(Retirement Homes are privately owned and operated-apply directly) AMICA AT V ILLA DA VINCI (Woodbridge) P 905-264-9119

GLENWOOD RETIREMENT (Thornhill) 7700 Bayview Avenue P 905-881-9475 VIVA THORNHILL WOODS 9700 Bathurst Street P 416-207-0880 VILLA COLUMbO 10443 Hwy. 27 P 289-202-2222 RICHVIEW MANOR 10500 Dufferin Street P 905-585-5000 CHARTWELL 600 Valley Vista Drive P 905-417-8900

PINE GROVE LODGE (Vaughan) Islington Avenue North P 905-850-3605 ext. 8403 VILLA LEONARDO GAMbIN 40 Friuli Court Woodbridge P 905-856-3939

SOMMER DENTURE CENTRE Smile, Laugh and Eat with confidence

Learn about the full range of services at Sommer Denture Centre, including: Mouth Guards, Teeth Whitening, Oral exams, Consultations & Screenings, Implant Retained Dentures, Full Dentures, Partial Dentures, Immediate Dentures, Same-Day Repair, Oral Cancer, Sleep Apnea Screenings 40 PIPPIN RD UNIT 11 CONCORD, ONTARIO L4K 4M6 Inquires please call Andy at 647-407-9591 EMAIL: info@sommerdenturecentre.com WEBSITE: www.sommerdenturecentre.com Vaughan Community Guide 2016 | 17

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recipe Easy Cake Pops 1 (12 oz) package candy melts, divided 24 plain doughnut holes 24 lollipop sticks 1 tbsp candy sprinkles, as desired Place about 1/4 cup of candy melts into a small bowl, and melt in the microwave at 40% power for 30 seconds; stir and continue to heat for 30 second-intervals until it is completely melted.

Poke a hole halfway through the doughnut hole with a lollipop stick, then dip the end of the stick into the melted candy and reinsert into the hole. This holds the doughnut hole firmly on the stick. Set the doughnut pop upright into a block of plastic foam, and refrigerator for 1 hour.

When pops are firmly attached to their sticks, melt the remaining candy melts. Dip the doughnut hole, covering it completely, and sprinkle with candy sprinkles. Return the decorated pops to the plastic foam block to set. Enjoy!

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Top Reasons Why Education Is So Important T

he youth of today are the ones who will make big changes tomorrow. They are in a phase where they soak up information that is given to them and believe that anything is possible.

A strong education plays a key role in fostering this ambition and provides the opportunity for success. Not only does an education nurture the ability to develop confidence and discover one’s potential, but for both communities and nations, educated citizens provide a foundation for sustainable social and economic progress.

As the best tool to bring positive change to a society and develop a generation of responsible individuals, a strong education can contribute to success in many ways.

Learn how to learn.

In school, not only do you absorb the content that is given to you but you learn how to learn. While the details of a book report in grade five may be a little foggy, school teaches you how to gather information and apply knowledge. This is a skill that stays with you no matter which career path you choose.

Strong values and interpersonal skills. Education is not just about learning from textbooks, it also provides life skills through interactions with others to refine our ability to work together, resolve conflict and communicate effectively.

The ability to engage in informed discussion and understand others’ points of view also help to develop strong morals.

Transform dreams into realities. Defining career objectives and deciding what you want in life is something that is fostered through education.

Exposure to a wide range of disciplines provides an opportunity to explore new areas to set goals.

Foster the growth of a nation. Education is vital for the prosperity of a nation. An educated member of society can contribute to their community and participate in ongoing changes and developments supporting the greater picture.

Participating in the census will provide a better understanding of the characteristics of a population and the communities’ needs regarding education programs. Citizens across Canada including Indigenous communities can learn more online at census.gc.ca.

Courtesy of: www.newscanada.com

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Ballet • Jazz • tap • acroBatics • contemporary • modern • Hip Hop • lyrical

MINI DANCE CAMP JULY 18, - JULY 21, 2016 // 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

JULY 25, - JULY 28, 2016 // 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

No dance experience required. Children will be participating in Jazz, Acro & Hip-Hop class. Ages 4 - 9 are welcome.

TOTAL TECHNIQUE INTENSIVE AUGUST 8, - AUGUST 11, 2016 // 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

AUGUST 15, - AUGUST 18, 2016 // 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Geared towards competitive dancers. This intensive will focus on stretching, jumping and turning in progressions that will help to build/maintain a strong technical foundation.

THE ACRO INTENSIVE AUGUST 22, - AUGUST 25, 2016 // 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Geared towards all levels and abilities. 16 hours of pure acrobatic training in stretch, conditioning, walkover variations, aerial work, partner tricks and back tumbling.

SUNDAY BIRTHDAY PARTY’S WITH STARS FROM “THE NEXT STEP!”

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Welcome to Vaughan

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n behalf of the City of Vaughan, I am pleased to extend greetings to the readers of the Vaughan Community Guide.

Vaughan is marking an important milestone in 2016 – our 25th anniversary as a city. We have a great history and are looking forward to an exciting future. With an impressive standard of living and high quality of life, Vaughan is a great place to live, work and play. Every month, we welcome new residents and businesses, and together we are growing an incredible City.

We proudly celebrate our diversity and the international flavour it brings to our community life. We have it all in Vaughan – from shopping and fine dining to great attractions and outstanding recreational facilities.

Please use this guide to explore everything our exciting community has to offer.

Hon. Maurizio Bevilacqua, P.C. Mayor, City of Vaughan

emergency contact EMERGENCY ONLY 9-1-1 TDD/TTY EMERGENCY CALLERS ONLY P 1-800-668-0398 ADDICTION SERVICES OF YORK REGION P 905-841-7007 or 1-800-263-2288 AMBULANCE (NON-EMERGENCY) P 1-800-668-7821 CRIME STOPPERS P 416-222-TIPS or toll free 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE P 905-841-5777 or 1-888-310-1122 TDD/TTY Only 1-888-310-1133 POISON INFORMATION CENTRE P 416-813-5900 or 1-800-268-9017 TDD/TTY Only 1-877-750-2233 ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE (RCMP) P 1-905-953-7267 VAUGHAN FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE (NON-EMERGENCY) P General Enquiries 905-832-8506 VETERINARY CARE (EMERGENCY ONLY) P York Region 905-713-2323 YORK REGION POLICE (NON-EMERGENCY) Police Clearance Letter, 17250 Yonge Street, Newmarket, ON L3Y 6Z1 Hours: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm P 1-866-876-5423 ext. 7400 or 905-881-1221 www.police.york.on.ca TTD/TTY Emergency Callers Only 1-800-668-0398 EMERGENCY (Direct Line) 905-832-2222 22 | Vaughan Community Guide 2016

FIRE ADMINISTRATION FOR NON-EMERGENCY REPORTING/INQUIRIES (24 Hours) P 905-832-8506 F 905-832-8593 FIRE PREVENTION - (Business Hours Only) P 905-832-8531 F 905-832-8593 FIRE STATION LOCATIONS: Station 7-1 835 Clarke Ave. (West of Bathurst) Station 7-2 9290 Keele St. (North of Rutherford) Station 7-3 325 Woodbridge Ave. (West of Kipling) Station 7-4 10665 Islington Ave. (South of Hwy 27) Station 7-5 2 Fieldstone Dr. (West of Weston/N. of Hwy 7) Station 7-6 120 McCleary Court (East of Creditstone/N. of Hwy 7) Station 7-7 40 Eagleview Heights (Hwy 400/Major Mackenzie Dr.) Station 7-8 111 Racco Parkway (Hwy 407 and Dufferin St.) Station 7-9 9601 Islington Ave (South of Major Mackenzie Dr.) Station 7-10 10800 Dufferin St. (Dufferin St. and Teston Rd.)

MEMBERS OF COUNCIL

HON. MAURIZIO BEVILACQUA Mayor

GINO ROSATI

Regional Councillor

MARILYN IAFRATE Councillor Ward 1

TONY CARELLA Councillor Ward 2

MICHAEL DI BIASE Regional Councillor

Mario Ferri

Regional Councillor

ROSANNA SANDRA DeFRANCESCA YEUNG RACCO Councillor Ward 3

Councillor Ward 4

ALAN SHEFMAN Councillor Ward 5

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municipal guide Mayor, Maurizio Bevilacqua P 905-832-8585 ext. 8888 F 905-832-8538 maurizio.bevilacqua@vaughan.ca

Executive Assistant to the Mayor, Joy Ciafardoni P 905-832-8585 ext. 8787

Regional Councillor, Mario Ferri P 905-832-8585 ext. 8999 F 905-832-8538 mario.ferri@vaughan.ca

Council Executive Assistant, Angela Bortoluzzi P 905-832-8585 ext.8686 angela.bortoluzzi@vaughan.ca

Regional Councillor, Michael Dibiase P 905-832-8585 ext. 8350 F 905-832-8538 michael.dibiase@vaughan.ca

Council Executive Assistant, Maria Tarantini P 905-832-8585 ext. 8948 maria.tarantini@vaughan.ca

Regional Councillor, Gino Rosati P 905-832-8585 ext. 8441 F 905-832-8538 gino.rosati@vaughan.ca

Council Executive Assistant, Enza Barbieri P 905-832-8585 ext. 8442 enza.barbieri@vaughan.ca

Ward 1 Councillor, Marilyn Iafrate P 905-832-8585 ext. 8344 F 905-832-8538 marilyn.iafrate@vaughan.ca

Council Executive Assistant, Gina Ciampa P 905-832-8585 ext. 8723 gina.ciampa@vaughan.ca

Ward 2 Councillor, Tony Carella P 905-832-8585 ext. 8386 F 905-832-8538 tony.carella@vaughan.ca

Council Executive Assistant, Lucy Cardile P 905-832-8585 ext. 8741 lucy.cardile@vaughan.ca

Ward 3 Councillor, Rosanna DeFrancesca P 905-832-8585 ext. 8339 F 905-832-8538 rosanna.defrancesca@vaughan.ca

Council Executive Assistant, Nancy Tamburini P 905-832-8585 ext. 8381 nancy.tamburini@vaughan.ca

Ward 4 Councillor, Sandra Yeung Racco P 905-832-8585 ext. 8342 F 905-832-8538 sandra.racco@vaughan.ca

Council Executive Assistant, Cindy Furfaro P 905-832-8585 ext. 8198 cindy.furfaro@vaughan.ca

Ward 5 Councillor, Alan Shefman P 905-832-8585 ext. 8349 F 905-832-8538 alan.shefman@vaughan.ca

Council Executive Assistant, Debi Traub P 905-832-8585 ext. 8685 debi.traub@vaughan.ca

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municipal guide cont’d Attractions

YORK SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA P 416-410-0860

CANADA’S WONDERLAND 9580 Jane Street, Maple P 905-832-7000 or 905-832-8131 www.canadaswonderland.com

Commonly Requested Numbers

THE CITY PLAYHOUSE 1000 New Westminster Drive, Thornhill P 905-303-2000 (Administration) Tickets and Show Information P 905-882-SHOW (7469) FAMOUS PLAYERS COLOSSUS Highways 400 & 7 P 905-851-1001 FARMERS MARKETS P Ontario 1-800-387-FARM (3276) www.farmersmarketsontario.com Woodbridge Village Farmers Market P 905-851-9118 or 905-851-0690 McMICHAEL CANADIAN ART COLLECTION 10365 Islington Avenue, Kleinburg P 905-893-1121 OPERA YORK P 905-763-7853 PROMENADE MALL 905 Bathurst Street (north of Steeles) P 905-764-0022 www.promenadeshoppingcentre.com VAUGHAN MILLS MALL 1 Bass Pro Mills Drive P 905-879-2110 www.vaughanmills.com WINERY TOURS & GIFT SHOPS Cilento Wines P 905-264-9463 www.cilento.com Magnotta Winery P 905-738-9463 www.magnotta.com Vinoteca Winery P 905-856-5700 www.toronto.com/vinoteca WOODBRIDGE FAIRGROUNDS P Mr. Bev Maxey 416-708-5121 WOODBRIDGE MARKET LANE P 905-851-6611 YORK REGION TOURISM 7250 Yonge St., Newmarket www.yorktourism.com

BUSINESS REGISTRATION (REGISTERING A SMALL BUSINESS) Vaughan Business Enterprise Centre vaughan@on.aibn.ca www.centrebusiness.com Starting a Business?

Contact Ontario Business Connects at www.ccr.gov.on.ca/obc CANADIAN CITIZENSHIP General questions P 1-888-242-2100 or call the MP CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, VAUGHAN P 905-761-1366 F 905-761-1918 COSTI VAUGHAN EMPLOYMENT RESOURCE CENTRE P 905-669-5627 ESL CLASSES York Region District School Board P 905-731-9557 York Catholic District School Board P 416-221-5051 ext. 3631 employment services, seneca college 1490 Major Mackenzie Dr., Maple P 905-417-1781 FOOD BANK (VAUGHAN) P 905-851-2333 HEALTH CARDS (Ontario Health Insurance Plan) 4400 Dufferin Street (south of Finch) P 1-800-268-1153 or 416-327-4327 ITALIAN CONSULATE P 416-977-1566 www.constoronto.esteri.it LIBRARIES All libraries may be accessed by calling 905-653-7323 Ansley Grove F 905-856-6151 Bathurst/Clark F 905-709-1099 Dufferin/Clark F 905-660-7202 Kleinburg F 905-893-2736 Maple F 905-832-4971 Pierre Berton F 905-856-5902 Woodbridge F 905-851-2322

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municipal guide cont’d NON-PROFIT HOUSING P 905-830-4444 or 1-877-464-9675 PASSPORTS 4900 Yonge Street, Toronto P 1-800-567-6868 PATRONATO Free information regarding pensions, disability and WSIB for permanent citizenship Two locations: Woodbridge 665 Millway Ave., Unit 2 P 905-738-2022 Maple 10055 Keele St., Unit 102/A P 905-832-5575 Further locations can be found at the Italian Consulate at 416-977-1566 or at www.constoronto.esteri.it TRANSIT, YORK REGION P 905-762-2100 or 1-866-MOVE YRT (668-3978) Special Needs Transit 905-762-2112 transitinfo@york.ca www.york.ca VAUGHAN BUSINESS ENTERPRISE CENTRE (VBEC) 9995 Keele Street, Vaughan, ON L6A 1R6 P 905-417-0412 F 905-417-0410 vaughan@on.aibn.ca www.centrebusiness.com WELCOME CENTRE – IMMIGRANT SERVICES 9100 Jane Street, Building “H”, at Rutherford Road, beside Vaughan Mills P 905-761-1155 or 1-877-761-1155 info@welcomecentre.ca

Hospitals Etobicoke General HOSPITAL 101 Humber College Blvd., Etobicoke, ON M9V 1R8 P 416-494-2120 NORTH YORK GENERAL HOSPITAL 555 Finch Avenue West, Toronto, ON M2R 1N5 P 416-633-9420 Mackenzie Health Richmond Hill Hospital 10 Trench Street, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 4Z3 P 905-883-1212

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Recreation & Culture Al Palladini Community Centre 9201 Islington Ave., Woodbridge, ON L4L 1A7 P 905-832-8564 F 905-851-6923 Chancellor Community Centre 350 Ansley Grove Rd., Woodbridge, ON L4L 5C9 P 905-832-8620 F 905-265-0100 Dufferin Clark Community Centre 1441 Clark Avenue West, Concord, ON L4J 7R4 P 905-832-8554 F 905-660-5177 Father E. Bulfon Community Centre 8141 Martin Grove Rd., Woodbridge, ON L4L 3W9 P 905-879-8732 F 905-832-8594 Garnet A. Williams Community Centre 501 Clark Avenue West, Thornhill, ON L4J 4E5 P 905-832-8552 F 905-881-0692 Maple Community Centre 10190 Keele Street, Maple, ON L6A 1R7 P 905-832-2377 F 905-832-6726 North Thornhill Community Centre 300 Pleasant Ridge Ave., Thornhill, ON L4J 9B3 P 905-832-8540 F 905-832-8569 Rosemount Community Centre 1000 New Westminster Dr., Thornhill, ON L4J 8G3 P 905-303-2024 F 905-709-4148 Vellore Village Community Centre 1 Villa Royale Ave., Woodbridge, ON L4H 2Z7 P 905-832-8544 F 905-653-7166 Woodbridge Pool & Memorial Arena 5020 Highway 7, Woodbridge, ON L4L 1T1 P 905-832-8576 F 905-851-6760 THE SPORTS VILLAGE 2600 Rutherford Road, Maple P 905-738-7574 Four NHL-size arenas, meeting rooms, outdoor skating path, extreme sports park.

municipal guide cont’d VELLORE HALL AND SCHOOL 9541 Weston Road, Woodbridge P 905-653-7157 Meeting rooms, hall (one with stage), large kitchen

Service Organizations KIDS HELP PHONE P 1-800-668-6868 MAPLE LIONS CLUB P 289-553-3863 NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH PROGRAM Contact York Region Police Services P 905-881-1221 ext. 7907 PARENTS HELP LINE P 1-888-603-9100 UNITED WAY, YORK REGION P 905-474-9974 or 1-877-241-4516 WOODBRIDGE ROTARY CLUB P 905-851-0690

Minor Sports Organizations

Glen Shields Baseball Association P 905-738-6744 carolynh@yorku.ca Glen Shields Futbol Club P 905-738-6744 www.glenshields.com Kleinburg Soccer Club P 905-893-3388 www.knsc.ca Ontario Special Olympics (Shining Azzuri) P 1-888-333-8326 www.specialolympicsontario.com St. David’s Basketball League P 905-832-9147 www.stdavidbluesbasketball.com Sunday Night Hockey P 905-886-3810 rich@bayt.ca Thornhill Baseball Club P 416-934-2889 www.thornhillbaseball.net

For Adult Clubs, call Recreation & Culture at 905-832-8500

Thornhill Figure Skating Club P 905-881-6411 www.tfsc.ca

Ahmadiyya Soccer Association P 416-276-9081 www.ahmadiyyaleagues.ca

Thornhill Park Tennis Club P 905-731-5551 www.thornhillparktennisclub.ca

Bayanihan Athletic Association P 416-824-1967 www.sport.ca/bayanihan

Vaughan Aquatics Club P 905-770-9506 www.vaughanaquaticclub.com

COVI Soccer Tournament P 905-850-8679 covic@rogers.com www.eteamz.com/covi

Vaughan Basketball Association P 905-370-0154 www.vaughanbasketball.com

Canadiana School Rhythmic Gymnastics P 905-660-9535 www.gymnastics.isport.com City of Vaughan Baseball Association P 905-832-9659 www.vaughanvikings.com City of Vaughan Hockey Association P 905-417-1046 www.vaughanhockey.com Girls on the Run P 416-968-0050, www.girlsontherun.ca

Vaughan Football Association P 905-605-0219 www.vaughanfootball.com Vaughan Girls Hockey Association/Flames P 416-712-9746 www.vaughangirls.ca Vaughan Gymnastics Club P 905-660-7800 www.vaughangymnastics.ca Vaughan Minor Ball Hockey P 905-738-3320 info@ballhockey.net

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municipal guide cont’d Vaughan Panthers Minor Hockey Association P 416-435-0808 www.vaughanpanthers.ca Vaughan Soccer Club P 905-832-0911 www.vaughanazzurri.com Vaughan Stars Diving Club P 416-522-9508 www.vaughanstars.com Woodbridge Basketball Association P 905-851-9444 www.woodbridgebasketball.com Woodbridge Figure Skating Club P 905-856-6740 www.woodbridgefigureskatingclub.ca Woodbridge Soccer Club P 905-851-4496 www.wscstrikers.com York Region Athletic Association P 905-470-1551 www.yraa.com York Region Soccer Association P 905-660-3029 www.yrsa.ca Youth Bocce of Canada P 416-243-2829 www.youthbocce.com

Transit

For a list of YRT schedules and routes for the City of Vaughan, please visit www.yrt.ca YORK REGION TRANSIT AND VIVA 50 High Tech Road, 5th Floor, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 4N7 P 905-762-2100 or 1-866-MOVE YRT (668-3978) TTY 905-881-5167 or 1-866-276-7478 transitinfo@york.ca www.yrt.ca Call Centre Hours: Weekdays 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.; Weekends/Holidays 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

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YRT MOBILITY PLUS P 905-762-2112 or 1-866-744-1119, F 905-762-2110 TTY 905-881-5872 or 1-866-276-7479 Call Centre Hours: Weekdays 6:00 a.m. to midnight – No bookings after 7 p.m., confirmations only.

Weekends/Holidays 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. – Holidays are for confirmations of bookings and general inquiries only.

GO TRANSIT P 416-869-3200 or 1-888-GET ON GO (438-6646) TTY 1-800-387-3652 www.gotransit.com Office Hours: Weekdays 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.; Weekends/Holidays 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

TTC (Toronto Transit Commission) P 416-393-INFO (4636)

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TMS seamlessly combines a flagship Montessori program for students from age 18 months to Grade 6, and an International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme for students from Grade 7 to Grade 12. The program focuses on more than mastering basic skills and knowledge, the students develop fully in academics, arts, athletics and citizenship. Starting at 18 months of age, TMS helps students to help themselves. Students develop confidence and higher level thinking skills necessary to make the most of whatever challenge they encounter. In TMS grades 7 through 12, individual student learning is globally benchmarked against other students in the IB program.

At all ages, our students learn to take action to make positive differences in the school, the community and the world. The Bayview and Elgin Mills Campuses are located in Richmond Hill. TMS is a member of CAIS (Canadian Accredited Independent Schools) and accredited by IBO (International Baccalaureate Organization), CIS (Conference of Independent Schools) and CCMA (Canadian Council of Montessori Administrators).

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