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SPRING 2017

CELEBRATING SPRING IN THIS ISSUE: • SUMMER FESTIVALS • COMMUNITY NEWS • HEALTH & WELLNESS • EXCITING TRAVEL IDEAS

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IN THIS ISSUE 16

A Community Publication by the Humber Bay Shores Condominium Association

4 PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE 6 OTTAWA TULIP FESTIVAL COMMUNITY NEWS & EVENTS 8 BUDGET UPDATE By Mark Grimes

12 TRAFFIC UPDATE By Jim Reekie

14 CLIMATE CHANGE By James Maloney

16 OUR 5TH ANNUAL FARMERS’ MARKET DIRECTORY By Zach Weingarten

18 CANADA 150 CELEBRATIONS

20 RENEWING ONTARIO PLACE By Peter Milczyn

26 LEASHED PETS | OPEN LETTER TO THE HBS COMMUNITY

29 WELCOME NEW LOCAL BUSINESS 14 LIFESTYLE LNG NAILS 6 SUMMER FESTIVALS By Toby Saltzman

EXPERT ADVICE 30 SPRING TIME IN THE PARK 24 REAL ESTATE UPDATE By Irene Jardine By Steve Tupholme HEALTH & WELLNESS 28 WHAT IS ACUPUNCTURE? TURKS & CAICOS 22 By Dr. Shawn Henderson TRAVEL 10 TRAVEL TRENDS By Krista Garney Cluett

22 BEAUTIFUL TURKS & CAICOS

COVER PHOTO: Humber Bay Park East Photo: Andy Zav

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE HBSCA NEWS

BY DON HENDERSON CANADA CELEBRATES 150 YEARS!

HBSCA has had discussions with MP unlike during the air show. The City Plan- social evening with Directors of HBSCA James Maloney, Councillor Grimes and ning Committee is organizing water meeting its member Condominium Cor- City staff heading up the City of Toronto events and other attractions. Set up will poration Boards of Directors. This year we Canada 150 team; the proposal for HBS to begin on the Wednesday prior. Meetings repeated an event we held four years ago by join three other Toronto sites as one of have been arranged with various interest inviting various product/service providers their four Celebration venues has become groups including the boating clubs and specific to condominium business. Ven- a reality. The three other sites include Friends of Humber Bay Parks. Extra dors included Toronto Fire, Police Services, Nathan Phillips Square, Mel Lastman parking as well as dedicated shuttle bus gate/garage door, plumbing, LED lighting, Square and Albert Campbell Square as service will accommodate anywhere from refuge/waste management and mechan- celebration locations. 15,000 to 40,000 spectators. The venue ical services to name a few. Councillor will include sight-seeing. This will be a Grimes was on hand to answer questions. INFORMATION OF IMPORTANCE huge family and historical event with var- Discussion on issues common to all con- TO RESIDENTS: ious commemorations. HBSCA and local dominium corporations and future contact Humber Bay Park Road West will be closed BIAs will assist where they can. News cov- information is the intent of the Meet and to vehicle traffic on July 1st, Canada Day. erage and photos will showcase the event. Greet experience. The local HBSCA Farmer’s Market will Mark your calendar to be present in I would like to thank the many volun- continue all day and to the south east of Humber Bay Shores. teers who work on behalf of the the market, the Boat Launch Area and park It’s Cooler by the Lake! Developing Association and community in general. will be the site for the licensed Celebra- information on Toronto’s Canada150 can We are always looking for help with tion hospitality zone, food tents and other be found at: www.toronto.ca/canada150 events, publications and committee vendors, which include bands, dance, the- work. Many take this work for granted atre and arts events. A fireworks night HBSCA’S BY BIANNUAL MEET & GREET and come to expect more and more from event will be launched from a barge On February 16th, 2017 HBSCA hosted its its volunteers. A vibrant community within Humber Bay. The area will be sec- biannual outreach Meet and Greet event needs volunteers and an occasional

tioned oﬀ at night to marine traﬃc not at Etobicoke Yacht Club. This is a casual, thank you! HH

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SPRING 2017 VOLUME 21, ISSUE 2

ABOUT HBSCA: The Humber Bay Shores Condominium Association (HBSCA) was established and incorporated in 1997. HBSCA is a volunteer-based, not- for-profit corporation representing the interests of condominium corporations and their residents in the Humber Bay Shores community.

WHAT WE DO: We supply representation of the community to all levels of government for the enactment, amendment, or repeal of legislation dealing with, but not limited to, all aspects of condominium ownership, real estate development, and usage of real property in the area. In addition to the above we conduct research and provide awareness and education to our community on issues related to ownership, development, management, financing, and promotion of real estate property in the area.

MISSION STATEMENT: Provide strong leadership for the development, preser- vation and beautification of the vibrant, valued, sustainable condominium community in which we live, work, and play.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS PRESIDENT: Don Henderson, Bal Harbour VICE-PRESIDENT: Jim Reekie, Palace Place TREASURER: Stephanie Mahoney, Palace Place SECRETARY: Laura Nash, Marina del Rey, Phase III PAST-PRESIDENT: Jim Reekie, Palace Place DIRECTORS-AT-LARGE: Jim Faichnie, Waterford John Cardoulis, Newport Beach DIRECTORS: Vladyslav Kostyuk, Westlake Tower 1 | Tom Arkay, Palace Pier Kathryn Winter, Grand Harbour, Bldg A & B Eleanor Sled-Kurrie, Grand Harbour, Bldg C Toni Lisi, Marina del Rey, Phase I | Horst Richter, Marina del Rey, Phase II Linda Dakin, Explorer at Waterview | Mary Hutcheon, Voyager 2 Ian Lovatt, Nautilus | Betty Brooker, Hearthstone by the Bay John Petrie, Grenadier Landing | David White, Beyond the Sea, Star Tower Joyce Luesink, Beyond the Sea, Phase I | Sherali Najak, Waterscapes TBD, Palace Place | Dina GodinHo, Lakeside Place Jeremy Greenberg, Ocean Club

PRODUCTION DESIGN: Markintosh Design | Mark Tzerelshtein PUBLISHING CONSULTANT: Fred Sanders MANAGING EDITOR: Monique Charbonneau EDITORIAL ASSISTANT: Hunter Peebles

ADVERTISING For advertising inquires please contact HBSCA: [email protected] or call 416.792.4964

Humber Happenings Magazine is published 4 times a year by MJ Rochester Pub- lishing Inc. 2 St. Clair Ave East Suite 202, Toronto, ON. All rights reserved. No part of this magazine may be reproduced in any form without the consent of the HBSCA. The HBSCA, MJ Rochester Publishing Inc. or any member of the production team is not responsible for any errors, omissions, facts or representation in edito- rials or advertisements in this publication.

OFFICE: 2240 Lake Shore Blvd West, Unit M-227, Toronto, ON M8V 0G1 • Ph: 416-792-4964 CONTACT INFORMATION: email: [email protected] WEBSITE: www.hbsca.ca

Have ideas to share, feedback or wish to volunteer? Reach us at [email protected] or 416-792-4964

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LIFESTYLE ENJOY THE SUMMER!

BY TOBY SALTZMAN

s Canada celebrates our 150th Anniversary of Confederation, A this is the liveliest year to explore Ontario and catch the spirit of local summer festivals.

CANADIAN TULIP FESTIVAL, MAY 12-22 Ottawa launches the 65th Canadian Tulip festival with the delightful theme One Tulip, One Canada, signifying the Capital’s official flower as a symbol of international friendship. Besides the brilliance of massive displays of millions of blooming tulips, exhibits and events will include tulip art, culinary experiences, entertainment for all ages, fireworks set to music, guided tours, and vintage military displays paying tribute to our veterans and the WWII liberation of the Netherlands by Canadian troops. Plan to visit four distinct experiences: Landsdowne Park Tulip Gallery, Friendship, floral and Art Experi- ence featuring floral installations from artists across Canada; The Tulip Café in Aberdeen for interactive family programs, arts and crafts; Dow’s Lake/ Commissioners Park Living Tulip Experi- ence with massive tulip beds; Byward Tulip Park Urban Tulip Experience at the Centre- town market and Garden Promenade Tulips showcasing the best of Ottawa’s public gardens. Check the website for partner accommodations and restaurants. www.tulipfestival.ca

NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE, ALL SUMMER LONG Pick your pleasure for family fun, adven- roots of Old Town Niagara-on-the-Lake tional entertainment from Bernard ture, theatre, wine or culinary escapades stretch to the founding of Canada. For Shaw’s Saint Joan to Bram Stoker’s Dracula amid the fantastic scenery of the Niagara- theatre buﬀs, the Shaw Festival (April to the musical Me and My Girl. For details: on-the-Lake region, where the historic 5-October 15) promises a roster of excep- www.shawfest.com

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VISIT ONTARIO’S SUMMER FESTIVALS

fireworks. For romantics, view the fire- Canal and the Lake Erie north shore, Port works on a Niagara Sunset Dinner Cruise Colborne is a marine community with a from the deck of the Niagara Belle, a rich nautical history. It thrives with resorted paddle-wheeler. Visit Queenston excitement as vessels gather for a four- Heights Park for a self-guided tour of the day celebration of history and heritage. site of the Battle of Queenston Heights, Visitors can board the boats Empire where Major General Isaac Brock, Com- Sandy and US Brigg Niagara to explore the mander-in-Chief of the British forces in decks, try navigating the wheel and feel Upper Canada, died in 1812. And climb the the spray on cruises of Lake Erie. Take a 235 steps inside the 56-metre high Brock Lighthouse Tour; visit H.H. Knoll Lake- monument for views of the Niagara Gorge. view Park to see Ontario’s largest outdoor Experience the power of the Niagara River classic car and kite show. The Seaway on a Whirlpool Jet Boat Tour. Park children’s area will feature live pony www.niagaraonthelake.com rides and kid’s activities. The Port Col- borne Historical and Marine Museum LONDON’S TD will display the history of the Welland SUNFEST SUMMER FESTIVAL, Canal and feature heritage artisans JULY 6–9 working their trades. Hear jazz at the Attracting almost 250,000 annual visi- Roselawn Centre, and nightly entertain- tors, London’s TD Sunfest Summer ment at the Market Square concert venue. Festival showcases over 35 red-hot pro- www.canaldays.ca. fessional world music and jazz ensembles on five performance stages. PELEE ISLAND UNPLUGGED, OPPOSITE TOP: Ottawa Tulip Festival. Besides reveling in enchanting global AUGUST 5–6 Photo: Ottawa Tourism. LEFT: London’s TD Sunfest Summer Festival. Photo: Red music and dance, Sunfesters can eat and On the island known for bird migrations, Baraat. ABOVE: Pelee Island Unplugged shop their way around an international this family friendly festival is a vibrant Festival. TOP RIGHT: Canal Days Marine Heritage Festival. Photo: JT Lewis. array of culinary treats and a unique cultural happening that features local assortment of crafts and visual arts. and regional Canadian musicians, arti- www.sunfest.on.ca/ sans, and opportunities to savour beer Fort George National Historic Site — and food creations. Visitors who plan famous for the War of 1812 — will open its CANAL DAYS MARINE HERITAGE, ahead may overnight on Pelee Island for doors for free on Canada Day, July 1. FESTIVAL, AUGUST 4-7 an awesome camping experience.

Events include musical performances and Nestled at the junction of the Welland www.theislandunplugged.org HH

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COMMUNITY NEWS SPRING BUDGET

UPDATE BY COUNCILLOR MARK GRIMES

able and accessible public transit, aﬀord- able housing, and childcare, among many other priorities. The 2017 Budget, supported by Council, recognizes the PHOTO: ANDY ZAV ANDY PHOTO: importance of funding these priorities. Toronto City Council approved a 2017 tax-supported operating budget of $10.5 billion and a 10-year capital budget and plan of $26.5 billion. The 2017 operating budget maintains current programs and services and provides funding for $43 million in new and enhanced services, including investments in poverty reduc- tion, childcare and community wellness, safe transportation, environmental sus- tainability and city building. Investing in these areas ensures we continue to strengthen the city, our com- n February 15, 2017, City Council Ward 6 community and moved a munities and make Etobicoke-Lakeshore

convened for the final 2017 motion in City Council related to this, the best place to live, work and play. HH O Budget meeting. Residents which you can find on my website were encouraged to provide feedback www.markgrimes.ca. This motion was on the proposed budget through a supported by many of my fellow Coun- number of avenues, including online cillors, and ultimately the Mayor’s response mechanisms and several motion to ask the province to allow the public meetings, including two com- study of tolls passed. munity consultation sessions at the In early 2017, Premier Kathleen Wynne Etobicoke Civic Centre on Thursday stated that the province would not grant January 5, 2017. the City the power to implement tolls. During this process, the Mayor pro- Humber Bay Shores is the fastest posed the idea of road tolls on the Don growing neighbourhood in the ward. Valley Parkway and Gardiner Express- Through the budget process, one theme way as a possible revenue source; City became abundantly clear — our city is Mark Grimes is the Councillor for Ward 6 Council voted in support of asking growing rapidly, and we need to prioritize Etobicoke-Lakeshore. He is a life-long resi- the province to allow the potential use of infrastructure that make our communi- dent, activist and businessperson in south this mechanism. ties a great place to live for current Etobicoke. He can be reached by email at During this process, I raised concerns and future generations. This means [email protected], or by phone regarding the impacts of tolls on the increasing funding and planning for reli- at 416-397-9273

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TRAVEL TRAVEL TRENDS BIG VERSUS SMALL

BY KRISTA GARNEY CLUETT

very client we consult with has a SMALL SMALL TOWNS VERSUS BIG CITIES. different idea about the perfect Others scale down their wish list in “size” Big cities have their charms and some E vacation. With so many different — but not necessarily scope. An overwater of the best known sites — but they see styles, one common consideration that bungalow in Bora Bora. A private plane to thousands of tourists throughout the often comes up is the size of the vacation New York for the weekend (which also has year. You may be just another number — big versus small! the benefit of small airports, no lines or that adds to the traffic and stops in the wait times.) A voyage aboard a small middle of the walkway to take pictures. BIG vessel to the Galapagos Islands. Travelling In January, Barcelona proposed a law to Do you want to shop? through Europe, not in a large group but limit new accommodations for tourists, The biggest shopping mall is in Dubai with a curated itinerary complete with Venice is considering a cap on tourists boasting 1,200 shops, an aquarium, ice local guides. Stays throughout the world all together. And cities around the rink and more! It is located, of course, at boutique hotels — intimate but with big world are looking to legislate rentals adjacent to the world’s tallest building, the personality and local flavor. Dining expe- such as Airbnb as they feel it is con- Burj Khalifa. The mall is so big that you riences that are specific to the region in tributing to a lack of affordable housing can hire a chauffeur to drive you around. which they are located, perhaps off the for full time residents. beaten path and where the “big-name” Small towns are different. Tourism Do you want to cruise? chef is actually cooking dinner for you — helps keep their town alive and flour- The largest ship was launched last year and not just a name on the sign. ishing with each and every dollar put into now Royal Caribbean’s beautiful Harmony their small businesses. The people are of the Seas takes up to 6,780 guests (with ONE BIG TRIP PER YEAR VERSUS often more curious about where you almost 2,400 crew to take care of them) on MORE FREQUENT SMALLER TRIPS came from, your culture, your family, and 7-night Caribbean Cruises. The ship is Long stays are increasingly popular and so much more. And often it is this con- divided into neighbourhoods, so it never not just in perennial favourites such as nection with people that can make a seems quite as large as it is. Try the “Ulti- Florida. Stay longer and immerse yourself vacation most memorable. mate Abyss” slide (drop 10 stories) or enjoy in the destination, not just the tourism There really is a travel style for robot bartenders, 23 pools, 20 restaurants highlights. This year, Oceania Cruises everyone. Like people, vacations come in and a living park in the centre of the ship. launched a “Snowbirds in Residence” all shapes and sizes and the trick is to find Aboard the “most luxurious cruise promotion with cruises of 2- 3 months in out which type is right for you! HH ship at sea”, the new Regent Seven Seas the tropics. No need to worry about meals Explorer boasts the highest ratio for space or housekeeping. A wealth of amenities per guest. The ship features more than an are offered to ensure total comfort in acre of granite and an acre of marble, your home away from home, all for an almost 500 chandeliers and some 2,500 affordable price. World Cruises have pieces of art, including works by masters always been one of the best values on a such as Pablo Picasso and Marc Chagall. daily “per diem” basis. It also offers the largest suite at sea (4,443 Weekend breaks, golf trips, girls’ get- square feet.) This exclusive top-of-the- aways, ski vacations, shorter trips to the ship residence even has its own spa. Caribbean sun. Some years, more frequent getaways provide that little Do you want great scenery? psychological lift to get through a cold The Himalayas or even our own Canadian winter or a busy work schedule. And you Ready to be inspired? For more information Rockies — a trip through mountain can start planning your next getaway as visit humberbaytravel.com/TravelWishList peaks, glaciers and canyons aboard the soon as the glow from the last one Humber Bay Travel, 88 Palace Pier Ct. #103. Rocky Mountaineer train. begins to fade. 416-236-2266 • [email protected]

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COMMUNITY NEWS HUMBER BAY SHORES TRAFFIC UPDATE

BY JIM REEKIE

NO LEFT TURN ONTO the Mayor will work with the Coun- TOLLS LAKE SHORE BLVD AT METRO cillor and the Community. Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne has The new no left turn signs onto Lake put a halt to toll roads in Toronto. Shore Blvd out of the parking lot at TTC BUSES Wynne will instead give “hundreds of Metro are now installed. Make sure you Back in September 2016 the TTC millions“ to municipalities for Transit look, Toronto Police will be out there approved a Routing Change for the 66B operating costs, of which Toronto will monitoring. on Marine Parade Drive which would see the lion’s share. have seen the bus go east on Marine Parade Drive south side, then on to NEW ILLUMINATED SIGN FOR Palace Pier Court, west on Waterfront NO RIGHT TURNS ONTO MARINE then west back along MPD. PARADE DRIVE After a number of meetings with TTC On Lake Shore Blvd West at Marine Parade and Councillor Grimes, the route changes Drive there are no right hand turns from have been put on hold until further study 7 am to 9 am Monday to Friday. In order by the HBSCA traﬃc and transportation to catch the attention of drivers during

Mayor Tory and councillors lunching at Eden Trattoria. committee to get more input from the the no-right-turn timeframe, there will be community on other options. a new illuminated sign installed on the MAYOR JOHN TORY south-west corner Park Lawn Road and IN HUMBER BAY SHORES YORK STREET RAMP Lake Shore Blvd to emphasize the restric- On February 16, 2017 Councillor Mark The York Street oﬀ ramp will be closing in tion. The sign will only be lit during the

Grimes had Mayor John Tory in the early April 2017. It will be closed for one no-right-turn hours. HH community to talk with the HBSCA year for major construction. There may traffic committee about improving be some ripple eﬀect to our community Jim Reekie our traffic issues and public trans- if there are delays on the Gardiner Vice President, Humber Bay Shores portion. The meeting went well and Expressway with traﬃc. Condominium Association Board of Directors

HBSCA CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS The HBSCA needs a number of volunteers to help with various programs and initiatives. HUMBER BAY SHORES Do you have a little spare time CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION to contribute to your community?

CALL FOR Are you interested in a part-time job and have about 8 hours AD SALES a week free? Do you like to spend time in your community? REPRESENTATIVE This may be ideal for you!

PLEASE CALL THE HBSCA AT 416-792-4964 • EMAIL: [email protected]

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COMMUNITY NEWS KICKING CLIMATE CHANGE

The scientific evidence is clear — climate change is one of the greatest threats of our time. Too much carbon pollution in our atmosphere is rapidly altering our planet’s climate. We are already seeing devastating impacts, and these impacts will accelerate unless we take action now. We are seeing more frequent droughts, flooding, erosion, extreme storms, and the rapid melting of Arctic sea ice. It is hurting farmers, Indige- nous peoples, and families across Canada. The impacts of climate change also come with huge financial costs. Insurance BY JAMES MALONEY, M.P. We announced an investment of $25 claims in Canada from severe-weather billion to upgrade our public transit sys- events were $373 million a year, from 1983 t should come as no surprise that tems across the country over the next to 2004. That amount tripled to $1.2 bil- the federal government is com- decade. We will work with provinces to lion a year in the past decade. Imitted to combating climate expand home energy efficiency pro- If we don’t make changes, we risk change. The year 2016 was an historic grams, saving us all money on our energy handing our children and grandchildren year on that journey. We ratified the bills. We have announced an investment a polluted environment and a weaker Paris Agreement with countries around $1.2 billion over the next four years to economy. The time to take action is now the world to reduce carbon pollution — grow our clean technology sector. and we are doing just that. HH and we created a Made-In-Canada plan Leadership starts with government itself. to fight climate change and transition to That is why we will reduce emissions from a clean growth economy. government operations by 40 percent by We did this by bringing together 2030. Climate change is affecting us today. provinces, territories, and Indigenous The future for our children and grandchildren Peoples, stakeholders and Canadians will be extremely challenging if we don’t act from across the country. We now have a now and they shouldn’t have to pay for the plan to reduce carbon pollution across effects of our pollution. Future generations the country. This plan is focused on deserve a clean and healthy environment. creating good-paying jobs, driving Addressing climate change offers an innovation, and strengthening Canada’s enormous economic opportunity for economy. Creating a climate plan is just Canada — an opportunity that, if we seize James Maloney is the Federal Member of the beginning. Now it’s time to put it into it, will create well-paying middle class Parliament for Etobicoke-Lakeshore and has action, by cleaning up our air and water, jobs for Canadians and a strong and been a resident in the riding for 40 years. Prior and investing in cleaner jobs and com- thriving economy. We are doing the right to becoming the M.P., Mr. Maloney served as the munities. We need to take action for our thing to build a future our children and City Councillor for Ward 5 and practised law, children and grandchildren. grandchildren deserve. full-time, as a partner at Hughes-Amys.

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COMMUNITY EVENTS COME AND VISIT OUR LOCAL FARMERS’ MARKET!

BY ZACH WEINGARTEN available in late summer. At our market the fireworks show. The market will be Jerry, of Jerry’s Berries Raspberry Farm, open late to provide unique fresh-from- offers his berries for just six or seven the-farm snacks to those ringing in weeks, the duration of Ontario’s short Canada’s big 150! raspberry season. Just picked earlier that On August 12th, The Farmer’s Market morning, their texture will melt in your moves for one day to Marine Parade Drive mouth, releasing a sweet flavour that you to join the Humber Bay Shores Waterfront just can’t get from berries purchased in a Festival. The diverse range of local foods supermarket. compliments the live music and scenic This summer, the market will also be views, making the Waterfront Festival participating in many exciting events. On one of Toronto’s finest street fairs. July 1st, The Farmers’ Market will be part See you there! HH of the City’s official Canada Day celebrations. Humber Bay Park West will be Zach Weingarten is returning for his second closed to traffic and thousands are year as Market Manager. He can be reached at he Humber Bay Shores Farmers’ invited to join the festivities and watch [email protected] Market returns for its fifth year T on May 27th, 2017. Your favourite vendors will be back, joined by exciting new additions. This year you can expect the market to offer a more diverse range of fruits, veggies, cheese, wines and prepared foods! For the uninitiated, the market is located in Humber Bay Park West and runs every Saturday from 9am to 2pm until early fall. Arrive early and you’ll get first pick of local, freshly picked Ontario produce just as it comes into season. After 11am you can begin tasting new wines from local wineries before sitting down to enjoy a freshly prepared lunch from one of the market’s charming eateries. Visiting the market is an easy way to experience how our local food scene changes season-to-season. For instance, despite what large grocery chains tell you, raspberries worth their weight are only

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HAPPY 150 CANADA! CANADA DAYS AT HUMBER BAY PARK WEST

umber Bay Park West is set are a few tips on getting to, around and FIREWORKS to be a happening place this home from the event this Canada Day. City of Toronto event organizers are HCanada Day. On July 1 the City’s working to limit the amount of restrictions year-long program — TO Canada with TRANSIT & ACCESSIBILITY in Humber Bay Park West for fireworks to Love — comes to Humber Bay Park West City of Toronto event organizers are allow for maximum viewing space. Infor- with a free event called Canada Days. Hon- working with the Toronto Transit Com- mation about restricted areas will be ouring Canada’s sesquicentennial (150th mission (TTC) on planning Canada Day communicated at Toronto.ca/canada150 birthday!), Canada Days is one of more transit services, which will complement prior to the event. than 30 City-produced TO Canada with the expected audience on July 1. A desig- Love celebrations, commemorations and nated AODA Drop off/Pick up zone will be ENVIRONMENT exhibitions taking place across Toronto. available at the Humber Bay Park West City of Toronto event organizers are Canada Days at Humber Bay Park West main entrance. Residents are encouraged working with the friends of Humber Bay will present a festival-like celebration for to cycle to the event as extra bike parking Park to protect the natural environment. Etobicoke residents featuring a full line-up will be available on-site. of exciting performances by award-win- VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES ning local, national and international BOATS & BOAT CLUBS City of Toronto is looking for volunteers artists spanning music from a mix of The Boat Launch at Humber Bay Park West who are are interested in Canadian arts, genres influenced by the cultures and will be closed on July 1. The nearest public musicians and performers, and are communities of the Etobicoke area — boat launch is available at the Marie Curtis willing to talk with the general public at Ukrainian, Polish, Filipino, South-Asian, Park West Boat Launch. Members of the the Canada Days events. Those interested Somali and much more. nearby boat clubs can access the boat can attend an upcoming recruitment ses- The two-stage event will take clubs by showing their pass to event secu- sion scheduled for Saturday, May 6 from advantage of the beautiful Humber rity at the Humber Bay Park West main 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 to Bay Park West environment offering entrance. Access will not be granted 3:30 p.m. at Metro Hall (Room 308), dance, parades and children’s activities. without the proper identification. 55 John Street, and Monday, June 19 from A hospitality area offering food and 6:30 to 8:30p.m. at City Hall (Room 2), beverage will be available for the public ROAD CLOSURES & PARKING 100 Queen Street West. Please email throughout the day. Humber Bay Park Road West will be open [email protected] or call 416-392-9315 Starting at 2 pm on July 1, the family- to local traffic only on July 1. Parking will for info or to register for a session. friendly event culminates with a spec- be available at Humber Bay Park East only, TO Canada with Love programs and tacular fireworks display at 10:55 pm for on a first come first serve basis. Parking events are funded in part by the Province all to enjoy. will not be available in Humber Bay Park of Ontario and Government of Canada. HH Although the event is centred in the West on July 1. During the set up week south-end of Humber Bay Park West, the from June 27 to July 2, there may be lim- planning and production of Canada Days ited parking due to event set up, but For more information about Canada Days at will have minimal impact on residents. efforts have been made to keep the north Humber Bay Park West including the full per- For the best experience at the event, the lot open for dog walkers and patrons of formance schedule, and all things TO Canada public is encouraged to plan ahead. Here the park. with Love, please visit Toronto.ca/canada150.

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COMMUNITY NEWS RENEWING ONTARIO PLACE

BY PETER MILCZYN, MPP

t was May 22, 1971 and after looking enviously at Montreal’s EXPO 1967 ITorontonians got their first look at our own modern waterfront playground — ONTARIO PLACE. Architect Eberhard Zeidler’s futuristic pods and Cinesphere captured our imagination with its fantas- tical design. Some of the first patios where you could drink alcohol outside in Ontario were located here, the world’s first IMAX movie theatre in the iconic Cinesphere, the Children’s Village, and the Forum music amphitheatre were the key attractions of what was at the time the most public and sophisticated area on our Waterfront. However over the following forty years some of the magic and lustre disappeared, and the repair and maintenance costs mounted. In 2012 the Ontario Government closed the park while it worked on a plan 2017, with a new state of the art IMAX The summer of 2017 will be a time to to revitalize the site. Initially there was talk projection system. A new one kilometer rediscover Ontario Place and a number of of condos and other development but in long water’s edge trail will open in June enticing events are planned to draw you the end the Ontario Government rejected with year round access. The new back to the park.; those proposals and decided that the park William G. Davis trail will offer spectac- • Ontario Culinary Festival (May19-22) would reopen as a year round facility with ular views, climbing walls, and seating • Heritage Festival 150 (June 30-July3) free public access to the grounds. areas. Some paved areas will be land- • Art & Music Festival 150 (August 4-7) In 2014 after extensive public consulta- scaped to create 7.5 acres of new • Learn to Get Outside Festival tion the province announced its long-term waterfront park. As well a new public (September 1-4) vision for Ontario Place with a proposed square named “The Commons” will revi- • Frost Festival (December) mix of features, including a collection talize the West Island as a vibrant event I invite everyone to explore the renewed of green spaces, a blue park for water space. Over the next few years new Ontario Place. To learn more about the revi- activities, flexible spaces for festivals, live- restaurants and music venues will also talization please visit: www.mtc.gov.on.ca/ music year round, a culture, discovery and be added in the park to create a vibrant en/ontarioplace/ontarioplace.shtml HH innovation hub, a canal district with shops urban waterfront destination. and restaurants, conservation of the Cine- Humber Bay Shores residents are in a sphere and pods, and a pedestrian land unique position to enjoy this transforma- Please feel free to contact bridge to Exhibition Place. tion because Ontario Place is a short bike Peter Milczyn at the The year 2017 is both Canada’s and ride or a pleasant walk away. The Constituency Office at Ontario’s sesquicentennial and “ONTARIO province together with the City of 993 The Queensway in Etobicoke, or by phone 150” Celebrations will headline the re- Toronto is working on public transit solu- at 416-259-2249 or opening of Ontario Place this summer. tions to improve access to the park. For fax: 416-259-3704 The iconic ‘pods’ and Cinesphere will our community this will mean both with any of your remain unchanged but refurbished and better GO Transit service and a future questions, comments will reopen for public events in the fall of Waterfront LRT. or concerns.

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TRAVEL

FROM EXCLUSIVE OPULENCE TO SECLUDED GETAWAYS: TURKS AND CAICOS

BY TURKS AND CAICOS TOURIST BOARD

hen we describe the Turks accessible only by small plane, ferry, or and Caicos as “Beautiful by boat. Only eight of the islands are inhab- W Nature”, take us literally. ited but its population of 32,000 full-time Surrounded by the world’s third largest residents is as diverse and vibrant as the barrier reef system, the crystalline tur- pristine marine life below. Each of the quoise waters and white sand beaches are islands offers a different experience and a trademarks of the 40+ islands and cays unique character but all offer year round that make up this idyllic warm weather great climate, the most gorgeous beaches destination. and outstanding water sports activities. Located 575 miles (925 kilometres) The only true way to experience the southeast of Miami, the Turks and Caicos Turks and Caicos is to explore each island beckon you to an undiscovered Caribbean. in the entire chain — quite the impossible 80% of the archipelago is unpopulated and feat to accomplish in one visit. This is

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probably why most visitors come back to the Turks and Caicos on a regular basis. Providenciales (or “Provo”) is the gateway to the Turks and Caicos. The com- mercial capital and most populous island, Provo is home to many ultra-luxury resorts and spas lining its most famous 19 km Grace Bay Beach — consistently voted one of the world’s best beaches by international travel magazines and travel websites. Provo is also an epicurean’s dream with more than 80 restaurants and a melting pot variety of cuisine. From local dishes served at rustic beachfront huts or cozy dive bars to world-class fine dining options — al fresco or indoor, featuring internationally renowned chefs, you won’t lack for creative and delicious options for your dining pleasure. It is also a paradise for yachting and big game fishing. For the more discerning traveler, Provo guarantees exclusive opulence and indulgence as well as serene solitude and pristine nature, and an easy escape from civilization. Grand Turk and Salt Cay offer a glimpse into Caribbean history with great Bermu- dian architecture and a rustic charm as well as premier diving experiences and probably the most “relaxing” time you will ever have. Grand Turk is also home to the destination’s only cruise ship center. tion for bird watching and water sports The boutique islands of Parrot Cay and On sleepy Salt Cay, from December lovers. Another favorite for heritage and Pine Cay are privately owned and are through May, visitors can experience one eco-tourism, Middle Caicos is home to local home to the most exclusive resorts: of nature’s greatest spectacles: the migra- straw artisans and boasts one of the biggest the award-winning COMO Parrot Cay, tion of the Atlantic humpback whales cave networks in the Caribbean — an and the Meridian Club on Pine Cay, a through the Columbus Passage. awe-inspiring treat to explore. romantic hideaway. Connected via a causeway, the islands of With the recent opening of two luxury A vacation to the Turks and Caicos North Caicos and Middle Caicos (the two resorts, the island of South Caicos caters presents visitors many islands with largest islands in the archipelago) are perfect to those visitors looking for a barefoot many possibilities, something truly for day-trippers looking to explore the best Caribbean experience. South Caicos is the special. Whether traveling by airlines, of the environment. With farms boasting center for fishing. Local fishermen export cruise or your own private yacht, get- sweet fruit trees, vegetables and livestock, as lobster and conch from the island for a ting to the Turks and Caicos is easy and well as the lush green forest of Caribbean living. The numerous snorkeling and worthwhile. Canadians need only a hardwoods, both islands are akin to country scuba diving sites are the major draws passport. While the destination may be living near the seashore. As a sanctuary for here. This small yet friendly island offers on the travel bucket list of many there’s wildlife and protected wetlands, North many secluded beaches with spectacular no time like now to move the Turks Caicos and its national parks and nature views of the turquoise waters and sur- and Caicos to the top of your travel to-

reserves are a unique eco-tourism destina- rounding islands. do list. HH

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EXPERT ADVICE

MARKET PRICES SOAR, WHAT NOW? TORONTO REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE

BY STEVEN TUPHOLME

he housing market in the GTA and making up 29,000 out of the 47,200 new ratio and the amount they seek to borrow. Toronto is at an all-time high; home sales. As a more affordable living The other change is a recent increase in T even our mayor is concerned. The option, young couples and families are land transfer tax. Currently, $250K-$400K average price for a detached home is a jaw- turning to 2 bedroom or larger condos. is 1.5%, $400K-$2M is 2%, and over $2M dropping $1.5M and the average condo is Developers are responding to this shift is now 2.5%. Along with this increase $437K, rising 34% from 2015. What some by planning to construct larger 2 bed- comes a higher rebate for first time home of us might not understand is why, and room and even 3 bedroom condo units to buyers to a maximum of $4,000. what is going to happen from here? accommodate the demand. Those who invested in real estate 5 years The why is simple: high demand and So, what happens from here? One can ago must be ecstatic, as prices have nearly low supply. Toronto is the largest popu- only predict. But the key contributing fac- doubled. Those who invested last year will lated city in Canada, with a steady 1% tors are the expansion of our city, the new be happy to know that market prices have growth increase each year. As one of the generation looking to start families, and jumped nearly 14%. As a result, predictions top 5 cities in the world to live in, more the growing desire to relocate to Toronto. call for another 8-10% increase in property and more newcomers are seeking a new So as long as Toronto continues to thrive values over the next year. So if you’re life in Toronto. However, finding a place economically, people will continue to kicking yourself for not investing over the to call home is pricey. seek opportunity to live and work here, last few years, be sure not to miss out on a In 2016, the condo sector hit an aston- this will lead to more residential devel- great opportunity to buy in now. HH ishing record in the Real Estate market, opments, and continual growths in both population and in real estate. Steven Tupholme FUN FACT Our governments have implemented a Sales Representative First-time buyers are considered couple of new policies to help slow down Westview Realty Inc., Brokerage to be nearly half of the buyers the market, the first being a stress test [email protected] while one of out every two incorporated into qualifying for a mort- Phone: 416-726-1951 buyers are immigrants. gage. This is determined by one’s debt www.thatcondoguy.ca

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MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT

Community Office: 1092 Islington Avenue, Suite #202 Toronto, ON M8Z 4R9 416-251-5510 [email protected] www.JamesMaloneyMP.ca

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COMMUNITY NEWS

OPEN LETTER TO THE HBS COMMUNITY BY NICO ROGERS

Dear Friends, I don’t continue to appreciate dogs. I take my children walking in Humber Bay I’m not currently a dog owner, although do, but at a distance unless they’re Parks and owners have their dogs I have been. I’ve had two dogs over the leashed, and they’re being tended to by a leashed, and they are doing their civic years and as a child, there was always one doting owner who’s well equipped with duty hoisting those bags and disposing of crouched in the family portrait in front of biodegradable bags. them in the garage cans. the Christmas tree. In fact, at one point, Unfortunately, come winter, far too I’m not sure what happens when the we had three panting canines in the snap. many dog owners drop their sense of frost seizes the ground but anyone who These days, I’m a parent. It’s not that responsibility. During the summer, I can has walked the meandering trails along the lakefront in the Humber Bay community knows exactly what I’m talking about. I can only wonder if the added animal waste on these trails doesn’t happen as a result of the carelessness of those countless owners who think that winter means their dogs can run free and unattended. There has yet to be a day this winter when I’ve gone walking in Humber Bay Parks and a dog hasn’t approached me or one of my children. I know the likelihood of a dog snapping at one of my children for no reason is not high but it does happen. We all need to be respectful that some children and adults are afraid of dogs and no matter how great your pet is, they are still animals driven by instinct no matter how well trained they are.

Some Important Reasons to Clean Up Pet Waste: • Disease Control. • Make your parks more usable. • Fly Control. • Responsible pet ownership. • Preventing stool eating.

Some Important Reasons to Keep your Dog on a Leash: • It’s the law. • Your dog is under your control. • Your dog may be friendly however doesn’t mean every other dog is friendly. • Not everyone you meet on your walk is physically able to withstand a dog jumping on them. • People have the right to walk in parks without being confronted by off- leash dogs. Be reminded that the City By-Law carries a ﬁne of $240.00 for the following infrac- tions: dogs oﬀ leash, dog at large, dog with no license, failure to clean up after your dog. HH

To report dogs oﬀ leash call 311 or Animal Services 416-394-8110.

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Brookers Lane SHOPS AND SERVICES

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HEALTH & WELLNESS WHAT IS ACUPUNCTURE AND HOW CAN IT IMPROVE MY HEALTH?

BY DR. SHAWN HENDERSON

tioner using sterile needles. Acupuncture may be safely used as a complementary treatment method — as something to utilize in addition to other pain management techniques such as physical treatment, exercise and reducing inﬂam- mation through a healthy diet.

WHAT DOES ACUPUNCTURE TREAT AND DOES IT WORK? Yes it works! Our patients are often amazed by how quickly they respond after suffering from longstanding pain and dysfunction. Acupuncture is a safe and oday, acupuncture is one of the conjunction with other treatments such effective treatment for pain relief most popular practices of Tradi- as massage, physiotherapy, chiropractic and health restoration and provides Ttional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and medical management. lasting results for many conditions and in the West. TCM is a complementary Patients considering acupuncture typ- disorders. Acupuncture is used to treat health approach that first originated in ically ask: conditions such as: ancient China more than 2,500 years ago • muscle spasms and pain and has been evolving ever since. DOES ACUPUNCTURE HURT? • chronic back problems and pain Acupuncture improves the body’s func- Although needles are used in acupunc- • headaches, including reducing the tions and promotes the natural self-healing ture, treatments are relatively pain-free. frequency and intensity of migraines process by stimulating specific anatomic In fact, one of the most popular uses of • neck pain sites—commonly referred to as acupunc- acupuncture is to reduce chronic pain • osteoarthritis pain ture points, or acupoints. The most common throughout the body in a natural way, • knee pain method used to stimulate acupoints is the without the need for medications that • insomnia/poor quality sleep insertion of fine, sterile needles into the skin. can cause unwanted side effects. • digestive problems Acupuncture is used to treat a wide IS ACUPUNCTURE SAFE? • mood, depression/stress variety of diseases, pain and stress- Acupuncture is very safe when performed If you have pain or limitation, acupuncture

related symptoms and may be used in by an experienced, well-trained practi- is a safe, natural and eﬀective treatment. HH

Dr. Shawn Henderson, has been practicing Chiropractic and Acupuncture for 20 years in Etobicoke. The family clinic is celebrating its 42nd year of providing quality patient care in Etobicoke, and has been located in the Humber Bay Shores area for the last 10 years. In addition to Acupuncture, other treatments such as physical therapy, reg- istered massage, chiropractic and personalized stretches/exercises may be prescribed to rehabilitate and improve health. Most treatments are covered under your extended health care plan. We welcome existing and new patients to visit our clinic or call 416-231-9502 if you have any questions about Acupuncture or our other therapies.

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NEW LOCAL BUSINESS WELCOME TO THE HBS COMMUNITY LNG NAILS

LNG Nails is a new nail salon in Humber especially those in the South Beach Bay Shores and recently had a grand Condos have made us feel welcome and opening. The salon is owned by Glen and supported in the early stages of our busi- Laurie Ho. Etobicoke has been home to ness. We feel honoured and privileged the Ho family for over 30 years and they and hope we can continue to bring are excited to open a business in the com- growth to the community so our children munity they grew up in. can be proud Etobicokians” "Park Lawn and Lakeshore has been Spring is a great time to think about rebuilt into a nice up and coming loca- getting your nails in shape after a cold dry tion and we are happy to provide a much winter. We tend to forget about our nails seek a professionals help such needed service to the surrounding area and particularly our feet as we are cov- as a dermatologist and beyond. Not only do we want to pro- ered up with socks and boots. Here are • Wear shoes that fit and when you are vide superb healthy nails and feet for some tips to think about when tending to at a public pool or shower protect those special occasions, we also want to your nails: your feet from fungus/warts by provide a relaxing experience customers • Trim and moisturize your nails wearing flip flops can appreciate after a long day's work or regularly • Most importantly don’t use your on a lazy Sunday afternoon! • Use a good cuticle oil teeth as nail clippers!! HH "As a new business you are always • Make sure your nail tools are clean concerned about many things but the and sharp LNG Nails is located at: 82 Park Lawn Road patrons in the surrounding area and • Don’t dig away at ingrown nails, 416-255-6522

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LIFESTYLE

information becomes available, we will post it on the Friends of Humber Bay Park SPRING TIME facebook page. Finally, there were some exciting sight- ings of wildlife in the park during the IN THE PARK winter. The most surprising was an Amer- ican Bald Eagle. This majestic bird of prey has a wing span of over two metres and BY IRENE JARDINE | PHOTO BY KATHERINE BURGSMA seems to be making a comeback to the area after 50 years. Kathrine Burgsma has uilding on a very successful 2016, be respectful of nature. HBSCA has kindly captured this magniﬁcent photo of the we are now planning activities agreed to let us set up a tent on some of the bird in Humber Bay Park East. HH Bfor this year. When you read this Farmers’ Market Days. We will oﬀer nature article, our volunteers, with help from walks on the days we are at the market. the Toronto and Region Conservation The “Humber Bay Parks Project — Authority, will already have done a big Master Plan Development” is now cleanup in the park. FOHBP’s David nearing the initial stage of completion. Creelman has coordinated the cleanup. There will be one more public meeting With assistance from the TRCA, David is after which the plan will be submitted to also in charge of the cleaning out and City Council. The next architectural stage placing of swallow nest boxes and Red- will be the planning of buildings in the For more information or to become a necked Grebe platforms. park. Four of our Steering Committee member visit us on twitter @FOHBP or We will again invite children to paint members are on the City’s ARCG (Archi- Facebook (Friends of Humber Bay Park) signs for the park, asking people to enjoy and tectural Resource Community Group). As E-mail: [email protected]

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