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Proposal adding height, depth to Kingston Road property approved By Alan Shackleton
A PROPOSAL to add height and depth to a storefront in Kingston Road Village has been approved by the city’s Committee of Adjustment (CoA) Toronto and East York Panel. The request for a minor variance to permit the building of two additional storeys on the storefront site at 955 Kingston Rd., and to also extend at the four-storey height to the rear of the lot, was approved at the CoA’s April 27 online hearing. The site of the proposal is on the south side of Kingston Road, between Scarborough Road and Silver Birch Avenue. The building is part of a connected row of two-storey build-
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“There is a huge loss of light there and the loss of my garden,” said Nosko. She uses the large garage at the back of the lot to hold concerts, art and photo exhibitions, readings and other events including weddings. After the CoA’s ruling, Nosko posted a statement on Facebook on April 28 thanking those who had sent letters, come in to chat with her and signed petitions highlighting the importance of The Great Escape Book Store to the community. “The C of A approved the proposal as it is in line with the City plan for mixed use density building on these main streets. We will do our best to work with what comes next. Blessings all :),” she wrote in her Facebook post. Much of Kingston Road is identified by the City of Toronto as an area for intensification and higher buildings, and there is a building Continued on Page 4
Aerial spraying set for Glen Stewart Ravine to control LDD Moths LOCAL RESIDENTS and the City of Toronto are being called upon to do their part to help control the numbers of LDD Moths in the Beach area. Valerie Edwards, who lives near Glen Stewart Ravine, said the moths are taking on enormous toll on oak and other trees in the community. She said the situation is a “neighbourhood emergency” and the time to take action to stop the hatching of the moths is right now. “Our oak trees are critical to how we define ourselves as a neighbourhood,” said Edwards. She is urging local residents to check the trees on their properties for evidence of egg masses (which are usually an amber colour) and if they find them, to scrape them off and dispose of them in plastic bags in the trash. Simply knocking the egg masses off the trees onto the ground does not prevent them from hatching. The LDD Moth is a non-native species that can wreak havoc on tree foliage. There are four phases to the moth’s life cycle: egg, caterpillar, cocoon and moth. The egg phase is when residents can spot the clumps of eggs, hundreds or even thousands at a time, stuck to surfaces such as tree trunks but also on exterior walls of buildings and even on patio furniture. In spring, as the weather gets warmer, the eggs hatch and the caterpillars begin their journey up the tree trunks to feast on leaves. This defoliates the trees at a critical time and puts them in danger of not surviving. On average, one caterpillar can consume one square metre of foliage. Along with the egg clumps, residents can also be on the lookout for the caterpillars climbing up trees. They can be identified by distinctive red and blue dots that appear as they begin to moult. If spotted, residents are encouraged to pick
them off the trees and dispose of them. Residents can also consider having trees on their properties treated to prevent infestations. Another option is burlap banding which helps to stop the caterpillars from climbing up trees. Information on burlap banding can be found at www.toronto.ca/wpcontent/uploads/2020/02/8b53-european-gypsy-moth-resident-makeburlap-caterpillar-trap.pdf Also, to help control the LDD Moths, the city will be undertaking two rounds of aerial spraying in the Glen Stewart Ravine this spring. “As we’ve learned in the past, it’s so important for us to take preventative action against the LDD Moth infestation that has been ravaging Southern Ontario the last few years,” said Beaches-East York Councillor Brad Bradford. The city’s Forestry Health department will be planning the spraying for between May 16 and June 15. Residents in affected areas will be notified by the city 48 hours in advance. The aerial sprays will be done by helicopter in times of calm winds and no precipitation. The spraying will be using Foray 48B Biological insecticide Aqueous Suspension with the active ingredient Bacillus thuringiensis kurstaki (Btk). The city says “Btk poses minimal risk to human beings, and it has been used by the City of Toronto during other aerial sprays many times.” However, residents wishing to avoid exposure during spraying are advised to stay indoors “during and after” the immediate spray time. “To remove Btk off any outdoor surfaces, like patio furniture, you can wipe it off with a damp cloth and soap,” the city said. For more info on the city’s plans for spraying locally, go to www. toronto.ca/services-payments/water-environment/trees/forest-management/threats-to-trees-insects/ european-gypsy-moth/
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LONGTIME TORONTO Catholic District School Board (TCDSB) Trustee Angela Kennedy will be running for the Progressive Conservatives in the riding of Beaches-East York in the upcoming provincial election. Kennedy has been a trustee representing the TCDSB’s Ward 11, which includes East York, the Beach and part of North York, for more than 20 years. She has also worked as a nurse at Michael Garron Hospital (formerly known as Toronto East General Hospital) for more than 50 years. She said she will be bringing her experience in the education and healthcare fields to Queen’s Park if elected MPP. “I decided to run because I’m anxious to represent the people I work with every day at the hospital, and I represent as a school trustee. I know this community very well,” said Kennedy. She has also served as chair and vice-chair of the TCDSB on a number of occasions over the past 20 years, and she is currently the board’s chair. Though she lives in the North York portion of the board’s Ward 11, Kennedy said she has deep roots in the Beaches-East York riding area. She grew up in the Beach and attended the former Corpus Christi Catholic Elementary School and then Notre
Dame Catholic High School. Working at the hospital at Coxwell and Mortimer avenues has also made her very familiar with the East York area. Kennedy has run as a candidate for the PC Party provincially in 2003 in BeachesEast York, and also in 2007 and 2011 in the Don Valley East riding. She said key issues for her this provincial campaign are education and healthcare, both areas in which she is known to be a strong advocate. “I have a solid background in the education field and as a nurse in healthcare. Along with long-term care, those are both big provincial issues for me,” said Kennedy. “I have a lot of advocacy experience. I was head of the TEGH local of the nurses’ union (provincial) for 10 years. Then I had kids and moved to advocacy in the school council. I have a lot of experience in both healthcare and education, and people trust me.” As a Registered Nurse (RN), she said knows the needs in the long-term care system and how they can be best addressed. “Long-term care is very important. As a nurse I am advocating for more RNs and for people to be able to live in their homes as they age. It is especially important to increase the amount of available home care.” Affordable housing and transit issues, including the impact of planned transit
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board campaigns, and now entering her fourth provincial election campaign, Kennedy said enjoys getting out on the streets meeting with voters. “I love campaigning and meeting people and walking the neighbourhoods. I’ve walked on the streets of the riding and I know the neighbourhoods and the people,” she said. The provincial election takes place on Thursday, June 2. Also running for the seat in Beaches-East York are the NDP’s Kate Dupuis, Liberal Mary-Margaret McMahon, the Green Party’s Abhijeet Manay, and Joe Ring with the None of the Above Party.
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Number of Jane’s Walks set for the East Toronto area A NUMBER of Jane’s Walks are planned for this weekend in the East Toronto area. Jane’s Walks are held in honour of urbanist, activist and longtime Toronto resident Jane Jacobs, and celebrate the communities that make up the city. Walks planned locally include: • Gimme a Place to Sit and People Watch on May 6 from noon to 1:30 p.m. It starts at the Brick Obelisk on the northwest corner of Dundas Street East and Carlaw Avenue, and is led by James Burton. • Toronto Has a Main Street? on May 6 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. It starts at Stanley Grizzle Park, on Main Street across the street from the Main Subway Station, and will be led by Sarah Dewar. • $17 a flush: the Prince Edward Lavatory, Riverdale Park, to the Don Jail and back on May 7 from 10 a.m. to noon. It starts outside Broadview Subway Station
and will be led by Richard Longley. • Public Art in Beaches East York on May 7 from 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. It starts outside Coxwell Subway Station and will be led by Adam Smith. This walk will be broken into three parts with a focus on public art on The Danforth, on Kingston Road and on Queen Street East. Participants will take transit between some of the areas and there will be breaks in between. • Transit Dream or Nightmare: Tour the proposed Ontario Line in South Riverdale on May 7 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. It starts at 410 Pape Ave. and will be led by Paul Young. • World Labyrinth Day Blue Zone Scarborough on May 7 from 7:15 p.m. to 8 p.m. It starts at the traffic island on Teesdale Place, just west of Pharmacy Avenue, and will be led by HiMY SYeD. • The Path to Park Privatization on May 8 from 2 to 3 p.m. It starts at the Balmy Beach Club, at the foot of
Beech Avenue, and will be led by Adam Smith. • Condo Development in the Beaches on May 8 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. It starts at 1960 Queen St. E. (at Kenilworth Avenue) and will be led by Adam Smith. For more info on Jane’s Walk and a list of scheduled walks and further details on them, please go to www. janeswalkfestivalto.com Slobberfest slated for the Beach on May 28 COMMUNITY CENTRE 55 invites residents to pack up the pooch and head down to Slobberfest on Saturday, May 28. The fun will take place at the Leuty Pavilion on the Boardwalk, at the foot of Leuty Avenue, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is a fundraiser for Community Centre 55 and features activities for dogs, their owners, and also displays by vendors. For more info, including on becoming a vendor, call Jade 416-691-1113, ext. 224.
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somewhat similar to what is being proposed a couple of blocks to the east at 1035 Kingston Rd., where Collected Joy is located. The proposal for 955 Kingston Rd. was made by property owner Allen Chin, and is within the city’s guidelines for the road. Since minor variances were being sought for platforms on the third and fourth storeys and a change in setback from 5.5 metres from the lot line to 0.9 metres on the west lot line, the application was heard by the CoA instead of City Council. In an earlier interview with Beach Metro Community News, Chin stressed that he and his wife Kinga are not developers, but residents of the building who are looking to expand the space for their family to live in and run their business. He said his proposal is intended to make the neighbourhood a better place
while also adding more space for people to live. “My plan has consideration for the neighbours. I did not maximize the envelope (building space available)… I’m looking for gentle densification,” he said. “This does not impact them and I took great care with that.” Chin, who was born and raised in the East End, said he’s been disappointed by the tone of some people’s objections and how they are questioning his motives, his right to make such a proposal or that he is trying to hurt other businesses on the block. Beaches-East York Councillor Brad Bradford acknowledged to Beach Metro Community News that this proposal has raised strong feelings in the community. “The concern from the community largely centred around The Great Escape Book Store and the desire to be able to be able to maintain the special programming that also takes place at the
back. The community does not want to lose the charm of this business,” said Bradford. He understands this has been an emotional process and many people are resistant to a proposed change which will look so different compared to the other buildings there. “It’s not an easy thing for anybody. Any development or construction presents all kinds of challenges and concerns for the neighbours.” Bradford said he took part in a two-hour phone call with Chin and Nosko prior to the CoA hearing to try and work out the major concerns and to “minimize the impact to the adjacent neighbours.” He said they discussed construction and building impact, the building’s stability and stormwater runoff, and how to support the businesses and retain business continuity through the process. “The applicant has agreed to some adjustments from
the original plan to the neighbours and also through the building process,” said Bradford. Concerns have been addressed “in a thoughtful and meaningful way,” he said. Bradford said Kingston Road is an area where intensification is permitted by the city and the area is going to continue to see change, perhaps in ways that all residents may not like. “You will continue to see an evolution along Kingston Road to include more midrise buildings as it’s a main street in Toronto and has access to transit lines,” he said. As that process continues, Bradford said it will be important for residents to deal with these changes in a way that puts “empathy and understanding” at the forefront. “We have to work together. We can disagree but we have to be civil and continue to be a welcoming and inclusive part of the city,” said Bradford.
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Pay attention to the issues and the candidates in this election Alan Shackleton Beach Metro News Editor
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ith the Ontario election officially starting this week, it’s time for local voters to think seriously about the candidates in their ridings and how they see the future of our province. Despite what many politicians and their campaign strategists may desperately want you to believe, now is indeed the time to talk about the issues. We have just over four weeks until election day on Thursday, June 2. And with so many advance polls in May, a lot of voters will be casting their ballots even before then. For those who have already made
up their minds as to what candidate or party they will be supporting, please make sure you translate that decision into actually turning out to vote. For the undecided, or not quite completely decided, please take a good look at all the candidates and parties. Listen to what they have to say, and they way they say it, and make sure they are reflecting your political priorities and have a clear position on those issues. Though politics has generally always been “toxic” and partisanship often takes priority over good governance for all residents, the last few years (especially those of the COVID-19 pandemic) have taken it to the extreme. There are far too many politicians who build themselves up on fear and divisiveness. The issue of a candidate’s character and what kind of politician they
intend to be if elected is extremely important in this election. Voters need to pay a lot of attention to this. If we reward bad behaviour and “toxic” politics and candidates, then you can guarantee that’s the kind of elections and governments we will get. If we reject that behaviour and show it cannot win, we can hopefully be rid of it. Or at least lessen its impact. On the issues, I think healthcare, education and affordable housing are three key ones both locally and across the province. The pandemic showed the best and the worst of our healthcare system. The best was the heroic work from those on the frontlines of the battle against COVID-19. The worst was the utter failure of numerous long-term care facilities, especially those run by the private sector, which resulted in far too
many deaths under often shameful conditions. What we need to be hearing from candidates is a commitment to avoid such a tragedy again. This will involve massive funding increases, pay raises for those working in long-term care and a willingness to impose real consequences for those who fail to protect our seniors living in care. While the province alone cannot solve the affordable housing (and housing affordability) crisis taking place in Toronto, it can certainly play a key role in doing so. This is an issue that is already being exploited by those pushing the politics of divisiveness. Look for candidates offering a variety of smart solutions that work for specific communities rather than trying to shove a one-size-fits-all plan down everyone’s throats. Education is also a critically im-
portant issue. Pay close attention to what the candidates and their parties are saying. This election could well decide the future of public education in Ontario. Make sure it is the future you want for our schools and the children we are educating in them. For a specific local issue, Metrolinx and how East Toronto has been treated by the provincial transit agency needs a lot of attention from those we vote in as our MPPs. The work on the Lake Shore East Rail Corridor to expand it from three to four tracks, especially through the Small’s Creek Ravine area, has left many residents angered and frustrated by Metrolinx. Those living along the route of the Ontario Line through East Toronto have the same feelings. Voters must make this a priority for local candidates as the status quo with Metrolinx is simply not acceptable.
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Birch Cliff proposal adds to density concerns on Kingston Road Open letter to Birch Cliff community and City of Toronto: We recently received a letter regarding the properties at 1552-1572 Kingston Rd. (northeast corner of Kalmar Avenue) in Birch Cliff and a proposal to build a seven-storey residential building with 93 units and four levels of underground parking. I fear the concerns of local residents are not seriously considered when these Kingston Road proposals are made. Here are two examples of this in the immediate area: 1.) The Manderley (one block west of the Kalmar project on the north side). After many meetings an acceptable agreement was
worked out to the apparent satisfaction of the neighbours, the City of Toronto, and the developer. The result was it was sold to another company who made application for the original plan and it was approved without any consultation from the community. Why was this rubber stamped? 2.) Lenmore Court (one block east of Kalmar on the south side). In this case, the city apparently failed to respond to the application within the allotted 120-day time period and failed to obtain an extension. This automatically allowed the developer to apply directly to the Ontario Land Tribunal, which has I believe a record granting de-
velopers’ proposals and fast-tracking their plans. The proposal for 1552-1572 Kingston Rd. is yet another example of an oversized development that ignores the existing zoning and guidelines developed in consultation with the community for this section of Kingston Road. We expect city planners to complete the necessary assessment and respond to the development, indicating that the infrastructure in our community cannot possibly support another development of the size proposed. Our concerns about this situation go far beyond “NIMBYism.” Density on Danforth Avenue has not changed in 50 years but density
on Kingston Road has quadrupled inside of 10 years. In addition, I understand that there are applications in process for 26,000 more units in the area. There have been two recent, major collapses of the Scarborough Bluffs almost south of this location. Is the impact of pile driving on Kingston Road for these condos being monitored by the city or by the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority? Another collapse in this area will endanger Crescentwood Road, which is part of the Waterfront Trail. I believe that good planning would spread the density through the Scarborough area. Instead, we
are being faced with overwhelmed schools, sewers, water and constant disruption. In addition, these condos in many cases are being built on properties that contain affordable housing. The displaced tenants are being forced to find similar accommodation far from their communities and neighbours. Many have lived in the same units for 20-plus years and are not in a position to afford to buy a multi-million dollar condo. We are very disappointed by the lack of sensible planning and fair play, and the performance of our elected representatives. Barry Moore
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This Beach Metro Community News file photo by Jon Muldoon from the March 9, 2004 edition of the paper chronicles the legendary Guy Lafleur’s skate on the Glen Stewart Park rink on Feb. 24 of that year.
Remembering Guy Lafleur’s visit BEACH REALTOR Thomas Neal has shared his memory of meeting the legendary Guy Lafleur at Glen Stewart Park.. Lafleur, a five-time Stanley Cup champion with the Montreal Canadiens and a member of the Hockey Hall of Fame, died on April 22 at the age of 70. Here are some of Neal’s remembrances of the February day in 2004 that Guy Lafleur came to the Beach for a skate:
“Mr. Lafleur was here filming a TV commercial for battery recycling. “The rink I build in Glen Stewart Park was scouted for the shoot, but warmer weather started to melt the rink a few days before. As luck would have it, the night before the shoot the temps dropped and we had an early morning snowfall. I managed to get the rink into suitable shape for the filming. “Guy was gracious and shared some stories. A few
Fundraiser for Ukrainian families set for Beaches Recreation Centre A FUNDRAISER for the Ukrainian families of children undergoing cancer treatment at the Hospital for Sick Children is planned for the Beach on Saturday, May 14. The bake sale and fundraiser will take place at the Beaches Recreation Centre, 6 Williamson Rd., from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. It is being organized
by the children who attend programs at the Beaches Recreation Centre with the support of local resident Gabby Jacob. Funds raised will go to the families of the Ukrainian children who had to come to Toronto to continue their cancer treatment after their country was invaded by Russia.
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onlookers gathered and managed to get photos and autographs.” Neal said the story was reported in the next day’s Toronto Sun. And it was also covered by Beach Metro Community News in our March 9, 2004 paper.
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MAY 1-10: Birchcliff Bluffs Springfest Online Auction 2022. Open for viewing April 24. Auction items include Gift Baskets, Gift Certificates, Specialty Items and more. Proceeds benefit Birchcliff Bluffs United Church Community programs. Info: www.bbuc.ca, 416-694-4081 MAY 7: Jazz & Reflection: Laura Robinson, Paul Novotny and Ewen Farncombe at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., 4:30 p.m. Beach United is delighted to present this talented trio of jazz musicians as they perform Springtime with Joni: A Tribute to Joni Mitchell. Tickets are by donation, $25 suggested, available through Eventbrite: www.eventbrite.ca/e/jazz-reflection-livelaura-robinsonpaul-novotny-ewen-farncombe-tickets-304741438847. We recognize that not all people may be comfortable with or able to attend this performance in person. Video link: www.eventbrite.ca/e/jazz-reflection-online-laura-robinsonewen-farncombe-paul-novotny-tickets-304746463877 MAY 7: Scarborough Garden & Horticultural Society Outdoor Plant Sale at Cornell Campbell Property, next door to Scarborough Village Recreation Centre, 3600 Kingston Rd., 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. MAY 7: 55 Division Community Police Day at Jimmie Simpson Park, 872 Queen St. E., 11 a.m.-2 p.m. rain or shine. Police vehicles, bike safety and much more. MAY 7, 8: Jane’s Walks. This event honours urbanist, activist and longtime Toronto resident Jane Jacobs, To find local walks, visit: www.janeswalkfestivalto.com MAY 11: Scarborough Garden & Horticultural Society General Meeting and Free Presentation by well known speaker Helen Battersby at Cornell Campbell Property, next door to Scarborough Village Recreation Centre, 3600 Kingston Rd., 7 p.m. Topic: “Designing with Edible Plants – a fresh look at a growing trend” MAY 14: Acoustic Harvest presents Mike Stevens (www.mikestevensmusic.com) in a CD Release Celebration at St. Paul’s United Church, 200 McIntosh St., 8 p.m. Tickets: $30 Advance Tickets Only on our website: https://acousticharvest.ca. All Covid protocols will be in place, including Proof-of-Vaccination. MAY 28: Slobberfest at the Leuty Pavilion on the boardwalk, foot of Lee Ave., 9 a.m.-2 p.m. This Community Centre 55 fundraiser features activities for dogs, their owners, and vendor displays. Info: Jade 416-691-1113 x 224 JUNE 7: Annual General Meeting for Community Centre 55 members at CC55, 97 Main St., 7 p.m, for the purpose of considering and taking action with respect to the following: to approve the financial statements of Community Centre 55 for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021; to receive our Program report; and to fill 1 vacancy on the Board of Management. For additional information, please contact Debbie Visconti, Executive Director, Community Centre 55 at 416-691-1113 ext. 225 JUNE 24: Leuty Lifeguard Station 100th Anniversary Beach Party – Better Late Than Never! at the boathouse (just north of the Lifeguard Station), 7 p.m. Food and music. Welcome back! Info: Jade 416 691-1113 MEMORIAL SERVICE for Janette Anne O’Hagan, long time Volunteer Garden Co-ordinator at the Ashbridges ECO Community Garden will be held at the garden, 1956 Dundas St. W., on Wednesday, May 25th at 4 p.m. (In case of rain, alternate date May 26th at 4 p.m.). Info: Karen Knopf at km.knopf@hotmail.com KUNDALINI YOGA. Seasonal Outdoor Drop-In Community Kundalini Yoga Classes at Taylor Creek Park, Picnic Area #1, left of the Dawes Road parking lot, Tuesdays 10-11:15 a.m., starting May 3. Bring your own blanket/ mat and water bottle. Donations accepted, not expected. For ALL levels of experience. Beginners welcome! RCL BRANCH 11, Clubroom, 9 Dawes Rd. Saturday Night Live Entertainment back on again! Ronnie Corvair, May 7 from 8 p.m.-12 midnight. No cover charge. Masks must be worn to enter and while dancing the night away! (off while seated). Great line up of LIVE MUSIC for May and June calendar; Sunday Funday, May 29, 1-7 p.m. Entertainment 2-6 p.m. with Dennis & Linda; Dinner $15 p/p limited tickets (cut off May 27). Tickets sold at the Bar or call Susan Squires 647-657-8817. Masks must be worn to enter and while dancing (off while seated). FRIDAYS: GRANTFUL FOOD AND FELLOWSHIP Food Bank and Soup Kitchen, 2029 Gerrard St. E., is open from 3:30-6 p.m. Registration is required. Time slots are being distributed. Those who already have their time slot, please come at that designated time and present it when you are called to be served. Face mask is mandatory. Please respect social distancing. Info: 416-690-5169 BEACHES MENTAL WELLNESS GROUP meets each Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Community Centre 55, 97
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York Councillor Brad Bradford Main St. at Swanwick. Info: www.mentalwellness. help. Or join us most nights of the week on Zoom. Go to: https://www.meetup.com. Ask to join us: Mental Wellness Peer-to-Peer Support-Groups DANFORTH MENTAL WELLNESS GROUP. Join us most days for a free video support group run through ZOOM. Sign up and get details at https:// www.meetup.com/Mental-Wellness-Peer-to-PeerSupport-Groups/. Info: www.mentalwellness.help GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS. If you or a family member are struggling with gambling, Gamblers Anonymous is there to HELP. Call: 1(855) 222-5542 or visit www.gatoronto.ca BEACH INTERFAITH OUTREACH LUNCHES. We welcome adults in the community to pick up a bag lunch at the door from 11 a.m.-12 noon. Mondays at Corpus Christie R.C. Church,16 Lockwood Rd.; Tuesdays at St. Nicholas Anglican Church (co-hosted with St. Aidan’s), 1512 Kingston Rd.; Wednesdays at the Beach Hebrew Institute, 109 Kenilworth Ave.; Thursdays at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave.; Fridays at Kingston Road United Church, 975 Kingston Rd. Info: 416-691-6869 BEACH PHOTO CLUB offers a range of activities including guest speakers, mentorship, opportunities to share your work, photo excursions, competitions, practical seminars and more! We meet the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month from September to June, 7-9:30 p.m. Normally we meet at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave (unless specified in program), but due to Covid, we are meeting on Zoom for the time being. Info: beachphotoclub.com or email beachphotoclub@gmail.com CHURCHES SCARBOROUGH BAPTIST CHURCH, 1597 Kingston Rd. We invite you to join us on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. for Worship In-Person and on Zoom, and Sunday evenings at 6 p.m. on Zoom only. Info: www.scarboroughbaptist.ca or 416-698-1973 ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 794 Kingston Rd. Registration still required for all Masses, masks must be worn: Sat. Vigil at 4:30 pm, Sun. 9 & 11 am, Tue. - Thur. 8:15 am. Confessions by appt. Please contact church office: stjohnsto.archtoronto.org 416-698-1105. BEACH UNITED CHURCH, 140 Wineva Ave., invites you to share in worship with us each Sunday. To attend worship in person please register here: https:// www.eventbrite.ca/e/sunday-worship-at-beach-unitedonline-and-in-person-tickets-275719884597. Services are also livestreamed and recorded and available through our website: www.beachunitedchurch.com. These services will be led by our creative and passionate music director Steven Webb and minister Rev Greg Daly. GRANT AME CHURCH, 2029 Gerrard St. E., invites you to attend Sunday Worship Service every Sunday at 11 am in person or live streamed on Zoom and Facebook. Bible Study every Wednesday at 7 pm on Zoom. Join our prayer line every Wednesday for prayer from 11 am-12 noon. Links and info: www. grantame.com; email:grantamechurch@yahoo.ca ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST NORWAY Anglican Church, 470 Woodbine Ave. Welcome to St. John the Baptist Norway! We are a growing community which enjoys the Anglican expression of the Christian faith. We gather to connect with one another and worship God on Sundays at 9 a.m on ZOOM and on our Livestream at 10:30 a.m. Info: stjohnsnorway.com, 416-691-4560 FALLINGBROOK PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 35 Wood Glen Rd., is open for in-person worship and ZOOM, Sundays at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Angela J. Cluney. Book Club meets on the last Thursday of the month, 7 p.m. Hobby Circle meets on the fourth Monday of the month, 2 p.m. Any hobby is welcome. Bible Study is every second Tuesday, 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Join us for our 75th Anniversary Celebrations, May 29 at 10:30 a.m. Info and links: www.fallingbrookpresbyterianchurch.com, fboffice@rogers.com, 416-699-3084. Everyone is welcome! BEACHES PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 65 Glen Manor Dr. We are an inclusive and affirming congregation in the heart of the Beach. Our church is now open for in person services every Sunday at 10am. All regulations and protocols regarding Covid-19 are followed. You can also join us remotely via Zoom or by phone. For a link to the service and more info please visit our website at http://www.beacheschurch.org or call 416-6995871. Minister: The Reverend Katherine McCloskey.
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Joni Mitchell Tribute Concert set for Beach United Church A JAZZ and Reflection Concert set for Beach United Church on Saturday, May 7, will pay tribute to legendary Canadian musician Joni Mitchell. Slated to take place at 4:30 p.m., Springtime with Joni: A Tribute to Joni Mitchell will feature performances by Laura Robinson, Paul Novotny and Ewen Farncombe. The concert is a fundraiser for Beach United Church’s volunteer-run food programs, and a donation of $25 is suggested. Those attending in person can register for tickets by going to the
church website at www.beachunitedchurch.com and clicking on the poster for the concert. A video link of the concert will also be available from May 9 to June 7. Mike Stevens performs at Acoustic Harvest on May 14 ACOUSTIC HARVEST in southwest Scarborough hosts a concert by Mike Stevens on Saturday, May 14. The concert takes place at St. Paul’s United Church, 200 McIntosh St., starting at 8 p.m. Doors will open at 7:15 p.m. Mike Stevens is a Canadian musi-
cian, songwriter, composer, author and humanitarian. His instrument is the harmonica but in his hands it becomes a genre bending no rules allowed musical paintbrush. From Bluegrass to West African music, Country to Blues, Fiddle tunes to Soundscapes and experimental music, for Stevens it’s simply a matter of “Breathing In the world and Breathing out Music.” Tickets are $30 and can be purchased online by going to the Acoustic Harvest website at www.acousticharvest.ca/ concerts
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t’s Hockey Night in Canada. The NHL playoffs are here and long-suffering fans hope to see the Toronto Maple Leafs end their 55year Stanley Cup drought. Go Leafs Go! The name Dolores Claman may not ring a bell, but everyone knows her iconic music, The Hockey Theme, her gift to Canada’s sport. On April 10 the Canadian Screen Awards gave a heartfelt tribute to the composer who passed away last July at the age of 94. Sidney Crosby recalled: “That song...I have so many memories. Every Saturday night growing up was centred around watching Hockey Night in Canada so I’ve heard that song a lot.” Dolores Claman was born in Vancouver in 1927 and studied classical piano at the Juilliard School in New York. She decided to become a composer in London, England where she met and married writer/lyricist Richard Morris in 1957. The couple moved to Toronto and became one of
Canada’s busiest commercial jingle writing teams, as well as writing for the theatre, television and films. Their first home was a white, frame house on Springbank Avenue right above the Scarborough Bluffs. They moved to Glen Manor Drive, then to a beautiful, new home on Fallingbrook Drive overlooking Lake Ontario. In Canada’s Centennial Year, 1967, Claman and Morris were commissioned to write music for the Ontario Pavilion at Expo ’67 in Montreal. Who can forget the refrain, “A place to stand, a place to grow, Ontari-ariari-o”? Morris described A Place to Stand as “a love song to Ontario”. Christopher Chapman’s 18-minute film went on to win an Academy Award. In 1968 Hockey Night in Canada wanted a new opening theme. Claman composed music at her grand piano by a window surrounded outside by her garden, trees and the blue expanse of the lake which gave her inspiration. One afternoon an idea came to mind. She told the
Globe and Mail in 2008 that “the song wasn’t hard to do.” Claman pictured Roman gladiators marching into the arena and doing battle on the ice, clashing on skates, then the trip home. The composer had never seen a live pro hockey game, but the music “just arrived in my head.” When Scarborough’s Mike Myers filmed his unfunny comedy, The Love Guru (2008), with scenes at Bluffer’s Park, he insisted on using The Hockey Theme. “We, as Canadians, can still hear ‘dunt-da-Dunt-dadunt’, which is, you know, just as Canadian as winter. It’s almost our second anthem,” he said. Hockey Night in Canada is part of our heritage, born in 1952, just weeks after television broadcasting began in this country. We are fortunate to live near the lake, woods and nature which has inspired so many creative talents who have called the Beach “home”, including Norman Jewison, Glenn Gould, Doris McCarthy, William Kurelek and, yes, Dolores Claman. The Juno Awards celebrate the best in Canadian music on May 15 (CBC, 8 p.m.).
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VETERINARIANS CHRISTINE KATO, B.Sc., D.V.M.
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Dogs, cats, pocket pets. Housecalls available.
HOUGHTON VETERINARY HOUSECALL SERVICES Vaccines, examinations, diagnostics, palliative care, and home euthanasia provided for your pets in the comfort of your own home.
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Complete financial services for the business owner, manager, entrepreneur & self-employed Corporate and Personal Income Tax Services Bus: 416-270-9898 98 Scarboro Beach Blvd.
William F. Deneault
Chartered Accountant • Corporate & Personal Tax • Specializing in small to medium business • Financial advice 21 St. Clair Avenue East, Suite 502
Tel: (416) 962-2186
Kriens LaRose, LLP
Chartered Professional Accountants • Accounting services for owner-managed businesses. • Personal and corporation income tax preparation. • Audit and consulting services for not-for-profit organizations
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Catherine Allon, BSc, MEd Are You Ready to Solve Your Life & Relationship Issues? 416-694-0232 www.energyawakening.com Spiritual Counselling
Therapy with Barbara Affordable Talk Therapy for Individuals or Couples Therapist-in-Training Toronto Institute for Relational Psychotherapy
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PARLIAMENTARIAN Dysfunctional Meetings? A Professional
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Shelly Pereira, Paralegal
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
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Snider & DiGregorio Barristers, Solicitors, Notaries. 978 Kingston Road, Toronto, Ont., M4E 1S9
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O’Reilly, Moll & Mian
Barristers, Solicitors, Notaries Public 300 Main Street
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MEDIATION/ARBITRATION Divorce, Tenancy/Landlord disputes, Employment disputes.
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Real Estate, Wills & Estates Alessandra P. Goulet Barrister & Solicitor 1637 Gerrard Street East Toronto, ON M4L 2A7
Tel: 647-496-7956 Cell: 416-702-7131 Fax: 647-243-2482
ARCHITECTURE/DESIGN Stephen G. King, Architect B. Arch. OAA, MRAIC “Serving the Beach since 1987” Residential, Restorations, Home Inspections, Commercial, Interiors, Landscapes COMPLETE PROJECT SERVICES FROM DESIGN THROUGH CONSTRUCTION
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WE’RE OPEN FOR YOU! ONLINE, PHONE, DELIVERY, CURBSIDE, ONSITE Spring Into Spring
For Mother’s Day
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We are offering three meal pack options to select from for Mother’s Day! For more information go to: corbincateringandfoods.com 647-588-1116 order@corbincateringandfoods.com
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Open Doors: Spiritual Matters
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Be grateful for the lives we are able to enjoy Rev. Angela J. Cluney Fallingbrook Presbyterian Church
THE EASTER weekend was extra special this year. I believe it could be defined as such as it was our most recent attempt at normal life. It was finally the opportunity for family, friends and neighbours to join together for in-person gatherings, worship services, and even the annual Beaches Easter Parade without the extreme worries we all have been carrying. The return of these activities reminded me of what we have missed over the hiatus of normal life that COVID-19 brought us for two years. The smiles, cheers
and greetings I saw people giving each other at the activities on the Easter weekend showed how much was missed by so many recently. The ability to gather together with those we care about, support each other and be within our communities were indeed wonders of life that we must never take for granted again. The ability to be together (yes, even in masks), in relationship and with our individual communities is a blessed gift. It is also something that not everyone can enjoy freely when we look to those around our world who are suffering! Our ability to come together in fun and faithful ways, while also supporting one another, our community
and our places of worship is a blessing we should never take for granted. This is important and should not be ignored as the world faces the terror of the war in Ukraine, the rise in the refugee crisis and the continued impact of COVID-19. We must aim to live in ways which show our gratefulness for the life that we can each enjoy. We are given daily this opportunity to show this gratefulness, not just on special occasions like Easter. We can daily share our faith without worry, we can celebrate holidays with those we care about and we can simply be together at fun events, such as the Easter parade. Through each of these activities, we are
called to live our lives in a way that shows our gratefulness through gracious and kind ways. Spiritual teacher and author Eckhardt Tolle wrote: “Acknowledging the good that you already have in your life is the foundation for all abundance.” So as we attempt to return to normal life, as we come together to enjoy the fun and important moments we are blessed to live, may we also act in ways that show our eternal gratefulness. May our abundance in life allow us to reach out to support each other, and to create opportunities which build up this foundation we live in amazing and transforming ways that will bless each of us!
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Fearless Meat raises funds for Beach Metro Community News Fearless Meat on Kingston Road held a fundraiser on Easter Sunday for Beach Metro Community News. The proceeds from sales of Fearless’ Mother Clucker chicken sandwiches that day were donated to Beach Metro Community News. A total of 213 were sold to raise almost $850. Photos at left show Farid working the grill and Ajay on condiments during the fundraiser at Fearless Meat. If you would like to become a Supporter of Beach Metro Community News, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, please go to www.beachmetro.com/ support
Beach Metro Community News Lucky Volunteers for May 3
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The Beach Metro Community News Lucky Volunteers for May 3 are Olivia, 11, and Quentin, 9, who deliver on Neville Park Boulevard. After the family moved to the neighbourhood in 2020, this sister and brother team were eager to step up to the challenge of climbing the multitude of stairs at the front of the houses along the street. Their mom says they enjoy delivering the paper together and have found some short cuts between the houses.
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Quentin and Olivia receive our thanks and a cheque for $50. If you would like to become a Beach Metro Community News volunteer carrier, please email our Distribution Manager, Melinda Drake at melinda@ beachmetro.com for all the info.
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The Beach BIA online silent auction in support of Beach Metro now on THE BEACH BIA is hosting an online silent auction fundraiser this week in support of Beach Metro Community News. The event is live online now and runs until the end of the day on Sunday, May 8. There will be a wide variety of items open to be bid on that have been donated by merchants who are members of The Beach BIA, and other in the community including local artisans. The online silent auction is one of the events being held locally in support of Beach Metro Community News, which is a non-profit
newspaper run by a volunteer board of directors, as it celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. For more information on the silent auction and to bid on items, please go to The Beach BIA’s social media pages on Facebook and Instagram at www.facebook. com/makewaves.TO or www. instagram.com/makewaves. to respectively. Cartoonist Bill Suddick’s Life’s The Beach book on sale FOR MORE than 40 years, Bill Suddick has been drawing cartoons for Beach Metro
Community News. His first cartoon appeared in 1981 (when the paper was known as Ward 9 Community News). As part of Beach Metro’s 50th anniversary celebrations this year, Bill has released a book of cartoons called Life’s The Beach. The book celebrates his more than 40 years of cartooning and Beach Metro Community News’ 50th anniversary. Copies can be purchased at our office, 2196 Gerrard St. E., with a portion of the proceeds going towards the paper.
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and a perfect time for outside dining experiences. My friend Deb recommended these special occasion recipes which have become family favourites. After tasting the recipes several times, I would like to share them with you for the first alfresco dining experience of the season. Pear and Blueberry Salad This salad has become so popular with Deb Soroka that she serves it regularly for dinner and special occasions. It is ideal to accompany barbecued or baked salmon, chicken or pork. It can be made several hours in advance, covered and refrigerated. 1/4 cup (50 mL) walnut or pecan pieces, toasted 2 celery stalks, diced 3/4 cup (175 mL) fresh blueberries 1 large (2 small) ripe Bosc or Bartlett pears 2 tbsp (25 mL)
finely grated lemon rind (1 lemon) 4 cups (1 L) loosely packed arugula Dressing 1/4 cup (50 mL) light olive oil 1 tbsp (15 mL) cider vinegar 1 tbsp (15 mL) Dijon mustard 1 tbsp (15 mL) liquid honey 2 tsp (10 mL) fresh grated ginger 1/4 tsp (1 mL) salt To toast nuts: Preheat oven to 350 F (180 C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange nuts in a single layer on paper and bake 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and fragrant. Watch carefully so that they do not burn. Cool and coarsely chop. Place celery and blueberries in medium mixing bowl. Leaving skin on, cut pear in half lengthwise; remove core with paring knife, then slice each half in
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half again, then again to create 8 equal slices. Slice each into 4 equal chunks and place in bowl. Add pear and nuts to the bowl; fold in to gently combine. Sprinkle lemon zest overall and drizzle with oil. Fold together gently to mix evenly. Just before serving, fold in arugula. Serve dressing on the side. Makes about 5 cups (1.2 L). Barley, Mushroom and Hazelnut Salad with Dilled Vinaigrette This hearty barley salad is a flavourful companion to meat, fish or vegetarian main courses. 3/4 cup (175 mL) barley 1/4 cup (50 mL) olive oil (divided) 2 cups (500 mL) cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced 1 cup (250 mL) red skinned apple, cored and coarsely chopped or...1 large pear, cored and coarsely chopped 1/2 cup (125 mL) toasted hazelnuts or walnuts 2- 3 cups (500- 750 mL) baby spinach, arugula or beet greens, stems removed Dressing 1/2 bunch fresh dill: wash, dry, remove leaves from stem. You should have 1 cup (250 mL) of dill leaves 1 large clove garlic, crushed 1 tsp (5 mL) salt 1/4 tsp (1 ml) fresh black pepper 1/2 cup (125 mL) olive oil 3 tbsp (45 mL) white wine vinegar In medium saucepan cover barley with about 6 cups (1½ L) water. Bring to boil; reduce heat to simmer; simmer uncovered until barley is tender about 30 - 40 minutes. Drain rinse in cold water. Put barley in bowl; toss with 2 tbsp (25 mL) olive oil: Let cool. In frying pan, heat remaining oil. Cook mushrooms until softened about 1-2 minutes. Add to barley with prepared fruit and toasted nuts. Toast nuts in 350 C (180 F) oven on parchment paper lined baking sheet about 10 minutes or until golden and fragrant. Cool; coarsely chop. Dressing: In food processor or blender combine dill leaves, garlic, salt and pepper until finely chopped then add oil and vinegar. Combine. Makes about ¾ (175 mL). To Make Salad: Combine cooled barley with half dressing, mushrooms, fruit, nuts and enough dressing to coat lightly. Toss to combine. Taste; add more vinaigrette if necessary. Serve at once or cover and refrigerate for up to 1 day. To serve: Arrange barley on bed of greens lightly coated with dressing. Serve with additional dressing on the side. Makes 4 - 6 servings.
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That’s Amore fundraiser for southwest Scarborough’s Variety Village now on THE 23RD annual Pizza Nova That’s Amore Pizza for Kids fundraiser in support of southwest Scarborough’s Variety Village is taking place for the entire month of May. As was the case in 2021, this year’s campaign will contribute 50 cents from every dip sold during May to Variety – the Children’s charity of Ontario. For this month, supporting Variety will be as simple as adding a dip with your pizza order from Pizza Nova. Orders can be made by phone, online, through the app or in store. Since it began, the That’s Amore campaign has raised more than $2 million for Variety. In 2021, the Dip and Give campaign raised a single year record-breaking amount of $201,727. Variety Ontario enriches the lives of thousands of children living with physical and mental disabilities by providing an accessible facility at Variety Village, specialized programs, dedicated staff, and a community in which everyone is equal and welcome. Variety Village has been located in southwest Scarborough since 1948. To celebrate the launch of That’s Amore, a pizza party for Variety Ambassadors was held on the morning of May 2 at Variety Village on Danforth Avenue. Attending were Domenic Primucci, president of Pizza Nova; Karen Stintz, CEO of Variety Ontario; and Variety Ontario Brand Ambassadors. For information on how you can add a dip to your order and support Variety Village this May, please go to https://varietyontario.ca/thatsamore Community Sale set for Main Street A COMMUNITY Sale will be taking place on Main Street, north of Lumsden Avenue, later this month. The Main Street Sale is slated for Saturday, May 28, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Participating residents on Main Street, from north of Lumsden Avenue to where the road curves to the west, will be taking part in the event.
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SIGN INSTALLER WANTED
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EXPRESS JUNK REMOVAL
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Serving the Beach for 15 years
LAWN CUTTING
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Beach Lawn Care
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GRASS CUTTING
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STONEHENGE
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BY APPOINTMENT ONLY 161 Main Street, Toronto M4E 2V9
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CHURCH RENTAL SPACE
Peter the Handyman
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Head Start Tutors
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HANDYMAN / HELPER
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416-690-2880
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call ALBERTO 416 690 9389 for
RILEYS’ WINDOW CLEANING
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IT SUPPORT info@computer-assist.ca www.computer-assist.ca
BLIND AMBITION
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thetwofours@eol.ca • 416-690-5442
Book your spring or summer date now.
CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING (r)
CustomWindow Coverings
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• Must be able to work outdoors in all seasons • Must provide own vehicle, i.e. pick-up, minivan, van • 4-5 Days per week; Monday/Friday Contact Signaid@sympatico.ca or Rod 416-995-8331 (7v)
RACCOON CONTROL
HEALTHY HOME
WAYNE’S
Computer Services
Your local Rock ‘n’ Roots Revival Band Is ready to rock your party or event.
(w. of Midland)
416-698-9000
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Rock, Roll, Roots, Blues, Country & Random
Cleaning Services
General Services
NEXT DEADLINE MAY 9TH
Pest Control
647-557-7932
Online teaching available Ines 416 726 5729
THE TWO FOURS
Vienna Upholstery
647-899-9074
16 Kingswood Road
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647-496-2211
For estimate call
YARD SALE
Routes available throughout the Beach, Upper Beach, Danforth, Birchcliff STUDENTS EARN COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS
Home Decor
Drapes, Blinds, Valances Also Duvet Covers, Shams, etc.
Garage Sales
Volunteers Needed to deliver BEACH METRO NEWS
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Main & Danforth
2237 Danforth Ave.
10+ years experience Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Painting, and Handy Work. Randall 416-450-0599 torontomrfixit@gmail.com
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We share our love of music using the Suzuki Method by providing gentle encouragement, inspiration, and musicianship in Violin and Piano.
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LANDLORDS For Peace of Mind Call
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KLEEN WINDOWS
Apartment/ Home for Rent
Beaches Suzuki School of Music
PROFESSIONAL, MATURE, RELIABLE RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS
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STONESCAPE Specializing in
Interlocking Stone • Planters Retaining Walls • Steps • Fences Decks • and Repairs Rick 416-821-4065 FREE ESTIMATES
Next Deadline May 9
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Tuesday, May 3, 2022
BEACH METRO COMMUNITY NEWS
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WoodGreen celebrates opening of affordable housing for seniors in Leslieville WOODGREEN COMMUNITY Services and the City of Toronto celebrated the opening of an affordable housing building for seniors in Leslieville last week. The building at 1117 Gerrard St. E., just west of Leslie Street, is on the site of the former Riverdale United Church. The building will now be home to 36 units of affordable housing for seniors and to the Parent Resource EarlyON Child and Family Centre. A large number of dignitaries, supporters of the project and media turned out for the official opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony on the morning of Tuesday, April 26. Those attending the ceremonies included Mayor John Tory, Toronto-Danforth Councillor Paula Fletcher, Deputy Mayor Ana Bailao,
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CARTAGE & STORAGE 2 Men + Truck $100/hr Office • Apt. Deliveries
416-830-8183
Painters
Larry’s Painting & Repairs Family owned & operated 26 years in business
416-690-3890
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PROWAY
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We Work Locally We Employ Local People We Buy All Paint & Material Locally Paint, Plaster & Drywall Repairs We beat written quotes Free Estimates-Fully Insured
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SERENITY PAINTING Beach resident with over 30 years exp Interior / Exterior Work Proper Drywall & Plaster Repairs No job too big or small Have the job done right the first time. Referrals & Free Estimates
Steve 647-853-6420
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‘As Promised’ Painting *** Free Estimates *** We stand by our contracts, big or small. Also do Drywall and Plaster Repairs and more (1/23)
Local resident w/32 yrs. exp.
INTERIOR PAINTING
All work guaranteed Fully insured • Free estimate Experienced Handyman Available
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GREENPRO PAINTING Renovations Family Owned Residential • Commercial Interior • Exterior 416-902-2646 (6)
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PAINTING
INTERIOR, EXTERIOR QUALITY PAINTING; KITCHEN CABINET REFINISHING & CUSTOM PAINT; STAINING & WATERPROOFING, DECKS & FENCES
BEACH PLUMBING Small Repairs to complete houses Renovations
416 691-3555
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NEIGHBOURHOOD PLUMBING
Beach resident for 50 years. Discount for seniors and single parent. Lic. Master Plumber • Free estimates Patrick 647-404-7139 patrickj480@gmail.com (6)
Plumbing & Drains All types of plumbing work. Smallest leak - complete bath reno. Internal & external drain excavating. Call the professionals 416-480-0622 24 hr. - lic# P1624
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CALL SEAN FOR AN ESTIMATE
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Fully licensed & insured. ECRA/ESA #7008706
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MBX ELECTRIC Master Electrician Lic. ESA ECRA #7000314
Residential • Commercial - Knob & Tube Wiring - Service Panel Upgrades - Renovations & Alterations
Call Marc 416-910-1235
(6r)
(7r)
ROOFING & SIDING? SOLUTION! Flat and Shingle Roofs Re-roofing, Repair Eavestrough, Soffit & Fascia Workmanship Guaranteed
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(5r)
TORONTO ROOFING INDUSTRIES LTD.
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Steve 416-285-0440
Panel & sub panel upgrades Knob & tube & aluminum rewiring Free estimates LED light & pot light installations 100A & 200A service upgrades Electrical problem solving
Frank 647-889-5537 ECRA/ESA # 7010497
(5r)
Eavestrough & Siding Over 40 years in the east end.
Martin 416 579-6534
Fences, Decks, Porches Flooring, Windows, Doors, Trim, Crown moulding, etc. Kitchens & Bath • Garage Restoration
Serving the Beach for 15 yrs.
(5r)
Doggy needs a fence? Hubby wants a deck?
Marc Text/Call 416-617-7205
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Call Richard at U Can Do It (6)
by Jim Ferrio
THE STONE PORCH MASONRY Brick • Block • Concrete Steel • Stone www.thestoneporch.com thestoneporch@gmail.com
UNDERPINNING & WATERPROOFING
Maximum General Contracting Inc. “Your basement lowering specialists”
Since 1998 (12r)
• brick restoration • arches, lintels & sills • openings & enclosures CHIMNEY SPECIALISTS
Brick, Block, Stone,
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Cable & Telephone Wiring Telephone Systems Residential, Commercial, Retail, Home Offices Senior Rates
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Call Scott @ Scotstone 416.858.2452
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Increase your homes value by 25k+++ $5999 Starter Package Includes -Complete Cabinet Refinishing -New Granite Countertop -Undermount Sink & New Tap -New Handles & Hardware
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Can Pro Mechanical
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416 606 4719
(5r)
BLANK SLATE RENOVATIONS Kitchens & bath, basement apts, doors, trim, crown molding, shelving, paint, drywall repair, tile, hardwood, fences, decks, interlock and more.
416.274.5929
(14r)
KEW BEACH GENERAL CONTRACTING Kitchens - Bathrooms Basements - Doors, Windows Garages - Fences, Decks
For all your reno needs, no job too small. Metro lic
416 824-7901
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Above All Awnings
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ALANO TILE & RENO
Call Sergio 416 873 9936 (5)
• Expert Installation of Porcelain, Marble, Mosaic • Over 25 years experience • Total Kitchen & Bath Reno • Plus Tile Repairs
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JASON THE MASON
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Masonry & brickwork. Experts at matching existing brick. New builds, tuckpointing, colour matching, parging. Stone & Block.
Local Trusted Family Business for 25 years
Professional drywall and plaster work. Renovation and Repair. Very clean. No job too small.
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BRICK SPECIALIST
Retractable Awnings & Much More!
Chimneys, Concrete, and all masonry repairs
www.webuildit.ca
(5r)
Lic. & Ins. (5r)
FAIRNEY & SONS LTD.
Alan Burke 416-699-4350
(5r)
Cell 416 434-2762 Painting - Basement Renos Plaster & Stucco • Interior & Exterior Small Renovation Jobs & Indoor/ Outdoor Spray Painting 35 Yrs Exp • Refs upon request (5$) Free Estimates
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416-738-2119
KITCHEN FACELIFT
15 yrs exp No job too small! Free Quotes, satisfaction guaranteed - Lic & Ins
S.A.C Masonry
Foundation Repair/Waterproofing
Serving Your Community Since 1971
(5$)
HEY HANDYMAN
WET BASEMENT ? 416-659-7003
& DRAINS •Heating & Mechanical •Sprinklers •Complete Renovations •Boilers Repairs •Radiators •Improve water service 24 Hr Service
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Beaches Brickworks
SERVICES “No Job Too Small”
416 876-4986
Restoration & Build
Call Jim for a free estimate
MET# B16348
(5r)
• Brick / Foundation • Concrete / Stone • Chimney & Parging
QUALITY HOME IMPROVEMENTS & RENOVATIONS 416 660 4721
Call Hamid at 647-300-2462
JDB MASONRY
416-826-3918 John www.mgcunderpinning.com maximumgen@gmail.com
HANDYMAN
And any house repairs (5$)
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Trades
by Kevin
(5r)
FLOORING SPECIALIZING IN SANDING & STAINING JIM 647 405 8457 416 691 8457
Dedicated precise worker. All your build and repairs. Indoor or outdoor: dry-wall, flooring, built-in, landscaping, interlocking, sheds, fences, decks, etc. at a reasonable price!
Sam Capetanu
HARDWOOD
416-265-6674
All types of Roofing
CARPENTRY
CELTIC RENO Text Mac: 647-832-1742
(5r)
K. R. ROOFING
Carpenters
Drywall, Plastering, Taping 18 yrs Experience • Excellent Job Call Mike 416-854-7024 647 833 7024 Fax 647-341-6104
BEACHES HANDY WORKS
JUST DRYWALL AND TAPING
Stucco • Moulding Wall Systems
JOHN CLARKE
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NEXT DEADLINE MAY 9
Kevin 647 282 8375
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Met. Lic. B-16-964
(9r)
Fully licensed local contractors
Painting, tiling, fencing, drywall, flooring, siding, vanities & much more.
Shingles • Flats Roof Repairs • Metal Work Eavestroughing & Siding Waterproofing • Since 1984
416-694-6673
www.stonehengefoundations.com
SERVICES
CANADIAN CONTRACTORS
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Fence and Deck Repairs
Cell 416-727-1595
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ATLANTIS PLUMBING
LICENSED
Lic - Insured • Free Estimate
Gus:
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SILVERBIRCH
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Local • Reliable • Professional Servicing the beach for 18 years.
(5r)
Master Plumber • Lic. & Ins.
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ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR
50 years in the Beach
Mark The Plumber
All work guaranteed Fully insured • Free estimate Experienced Handyman Available
free estimates
- Shingles & Flats- Repair & Tune ups - Cedar & Slate - Re-roofs & new work
LICENSED
WG PAINTING Local resident w/32 yrs. exp.
ALL TYPES OF ROOFS
Residential/Commercial
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dave@beachhillpainting.com (5$)
Knob & tube rewiring Service Upgrades
Don’t call them, call those roofers
ESA/ECRA #7002084
George: 416-278-7057 or Gabston Reno: 647-342-2872
25 years • Free estimates
THOSE ROOFERS
ELECTRICAL WORK
Plumbers
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ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR
wrightpaintingtoronto@gmail.com
416-569-2181
CEJA ELECTRIC
MASTER ELECTRICIAN
MASTER PLUMBER
BEACH HILL
www.laniganscontracting.ca
CARL 647-787-5818
TOM DAY
WG PAINTING
An honest family service in the heart of The Beaches (5..)
church basement before and it was a wonderful thing. We’re so happy to see it being used this way.” For Shields, who was born in the Riverdale area in 1925, it was extremely important that the church site was used as a community benefit. “We turned the site over to WoodGreen and I think that was a great decision on the church’s part. We absolutely wanted it to be used to help people.” Funding for the new building came from the City of Toronto’s Open Door Program, the federal/provincial Social Infrastructure Fund (SIF) for Seniors program and the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation’s (CMHC) National Housing Co-investment Fund (NHCF).
UNDERPINNING & WATERPROOFING
Roofing & Aluminum
*Ask For Photo I.D.*
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416.797.6731
LANIGAN’S
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ESA LIC# 7002668
Lawrence 416-419-6631 lawrencecomiskey@gmail.com
proway.painting@gmail.com
LOCAL ELECTRICIAN
CELL 416-875-5781
WRIGHT PAINTING
(5r)
Roofers
DECLAN O’MEARA 416-698-6183
Painting
“They said they didn’t want the church to just be condos; they wanted to church to continue to play an important social role in the community,” she said. WoodGreen Community Services is a leader in providing affordable and supportive housing for East Toronto residents, and will operate the housing portion of the building. The parent resource centre had already been established at Riverdale United Church in the past, and it moved over to the nearby Matty Eckler Recreation Centre while the new facility was being built. George Shields, a longtime member of the Riverdale United Church congregation, was one of the special guests at the ceremony. “It’s just fantastic,” he said of the new facility. “The parents group had been in the
Electricians
GREEN ISLE ELECTRIC
Beaches & Leslieville
Following COVID protocol
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Deputy Mayor Michael Thompson, and Sean Mullins, Chair of the WoodGreen Community Services Board. Fletcher pointed out that work on transforming the former church site into affordable housing for seniors and a child and family resource centre began at about the same time as the COVID-19 pandemic just over two years ago. “The whole building was built during the pandemic, and that was not an easy thing to do,” she said in thanking all those who made the facility a reality. Fletcher said it was the desire of the congregation of the former Riverdale United Church and the United Church of Canada who played a huge role in making sure the site would be used to benefit the community.
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HELPING YOU IS WHAT WE DO.TM Residential & Commercial Services
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Garage Sale for Shelter 98 Woodington Avenue Saturday May 14th 8am-1pm
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