The Auroran Reported This Spring, Aurora's Town Council Was Considering Ways on How $33 Million Garnered from the Sale of Aurora Hydro in 2006 Could Be Used

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You may soon have your say on how to spend the $33 million you may have never known you had. As The Auroran reported this spring, Aurora's Town Council was considering ways on how $33 million garnered from the sale of Aurora Hydro in 2006 could be used. The matter came to a head earlier this year when Councillors considered the future of the proposed youth centre, which has now been rebranded as a "community space for youth." Rather than renovating and building onto an existing facility like the Aurora Family Leisure Complex, which was the way Council eventually leaned, Councillor Evelyn Buck put forward a motion looking at the possibility of using this money to raze underused buildings along Victoria Street between Church and Mosley and building a new, multi-storey, multi-purpose facility which could have a youth drop in as one of its many components. Such a building would replace the old Aurora Public Library building, which is currently used by the Town for some storage, office space, and rented out to community groups, and the adjacent former site of the Aurora Seniors’ Centre. At the April 24 meeting of Council, members asked staff to report back on consulting with the community on how these funds should actually be spent and that consultation could be decided at Council this Continued on page 3 Five Aurorans awarded Jubilee medal By Brock Weir

Heralded for their services to the community, 14 residents - including five Aurorans - were honoured with the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal last week. The recipients, all of whom were nominated by Newmarket- Aurora MPP Frank Klees, received their medals at a special ceremony at Queen's Park on Wednesday where Mr. Klees invested his nominees with the medal himself. "This is a very special occasion," said Mr. Klees. "This year marks the 60th anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's accession to the throne. This makes her the second-longest reigning monarch, only after Queen Victoria. "To commemorate the milestone, we join millions of people in celebrating her Diamond Jubilee. This is our chance to look back and thank her for her tireless service to Ontario and to Canada. We honour her kindness and her spirit and her tremendous sense of duty. We admire her for guiding the Actors Eli Ham and Shannon Currie filled the roles of Macbeth and Lady Macbeth in a production of monarchy into this modern world through very challenging Shakespeare’s masterpiece produced by the Humber River Shakespeare Company. The company’s times. We can't help but be inspired by her resilience and her tour of Macbeth stopped in Aurora on Saturday night and played before many enthusiastic people commitment to service." at the Town Park band shell. The nominees honoured on Wednesday reflected this Auroran photo by David Falconer Continued on page 8 New Owners, Same Great Services!

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In this week’s issue: COMING EVENTS

4 Columns and letters through the end of August. Opening Reception from show tickets begins July 3. They will be available on- be available to purchase. Admission is free and dona- 1 - 4 p.m.; all welcome. "Let It Go!" A New Installation line through the web-site, by phone at 905-727-3669, by tions are gratefully accepted and used to help main- 10 Doors Open by early career artist T. Reilly Hodgson, "North of 60: email at [email protected] or in person at the tain the track site. 15922 McCowan Road, 11 Arts & Culture Photography of the Arctic" from Ralph & Margarete Theatre. Theatre Aurora is located at 150 Henderson Whitchurch-Stouffville (north of Aurora Road at the Brunner (show & sale), and "Work From Heart, Mind Drive, Aurora. corner of St. John's Road). For more information, 12 Sports & Hand: A Group Exhibition" featuring the work of SATURDAY, AUGUST 25 visit richmond-hill-live-steamers.tripod.com. 14 Crossword Puzzle 24 artists from the Uxbridge Artist Collective. Guests The Aurora Historical Society and Hillary House will THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 16 Classifieds will also enjoy Portraits of Giving 2012, opening July host "Camp Map It! Olympics" the third and final The Peter Miller Charitable Foundation Golf 19. Summer Gallery hours Tuesday - Friday 10 a.m. - event of Camp Hillary for kids ages seven - 11. Cost is Tournament benefiting Southlake Regional Health 17 At Your Service 4 p.m., Saturdays from 12 noon - 4 p.m. Wheelchair $15 for the day or $35 for all three camps. Pre-registra- Centre will take place today at Silver Lakes Golf 19 Know Your Merchants Contest accessible at north entrance. For info please call 905- tion is required and there is a maximum of 20 kids Club. This tournament has supported Southlake 713-1818, or www.auroraculturalcentre.ca. per camp. Camp runs from 9.30 a.m. to 4 p.m. For since 2007, raising $120,000. Held the second * * * * more information, contact the Aurora Historical Thursday in September each year at Silver Lakes Everyone can get their car washed and support Society at 905-727-8991. (Rain Date: September 2) Golf Club, this year the tournament will be held on ON NOW Eating Disorders of York Region (EDOYR) on SEPTEMBER 7 - 9 September 13, 2012, and will support priority needs at Saturday, July 21st at Richmond Hill Honda. Friendly Aurora will hold its annual RibFest at Machell Park Southlake. This long running event is organized by Honda employees will work their car-cleaning magic at the above dates. The Peter Miller Charitable Foundation and Family JULY 3 - 24 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for $5 a wash. Three dollars SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 in memory of their father, Peter Miller. Family, Eating Disorders of York Region presents a four from every wash will benefit EDOYR's programs. The Aurora Cultural Centre at the Aurora Farmer's friends and local community attend this event and week program: Guidance and Assistance for * * * * Market presents the Ontario Plein Air Society are provided with tax receipts per the allowable Family and Friends of Those Striving to The Filly and Firkin (14888 Yonge Street) will host a (OPAS) Plein Air Challenge, with an invitation to amount. This is a fun, relaxed golf event. Foursome Overcome an Eating Disorder Support Group beer festival today from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. with all local artists to join this exciting outdoor painting participation is welcomed. Price: $200/golfer. For with Flora Svinarenko. The group meets for four proceeds to benefit The Crohn’s and Colitis opportunity in the Aurora Farmer's Market neigh- more information, call 416-363-2614. Tuesdays starting on July 3 from 6.45 p.m. to 7.45 Foundation of Canada and Sick Kids Hospital. For borhood. Register at our booth at the Market at 8.30 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19 p.m. Support for family and friends is vital in the more information, email [email protected]. a.m., where you will receive your map and instruc- The Aurora Historical Society presents The Hillary recovery of a loved one. A family member or a JULY 23 - AUGUST 17 tions. Paint within a designated area from 9 - 11 a.m. House Ball this evening at The Mansion (DiNardos) friend needs to be a strong, safe and consistent The Down Syndrome Association of Toronto pres- Return to the Market in time for judging; all paint- on Industrial Parkway South. The Hillary House Ball source of support and needs to take care of them- ents "A Step Upp", a socially transformative and ings then available for sale to the public from 11.30 - 1 will be the highlight of the 150th anniversary year of selves in order to do so. It is good to know that empowering program for "Uniquely Precious p.m. Free registration for members of the OPAS; $10 Hillary House. In honour of 1862, the year Hillary you are not alone when you experience stress, People." The program is a holistic, activity, nutrition- fee for all other artists. For info please call 905-713- House was constructed, The Hillary House Ball will frustration or anger. An eating disorder affects al, and arts based teen and post high school summer 1818, or www.auroraculturalcentre.ca. transform "The Mansion" with a Victorian-era the whole family. Meetings will take place at 300 day program for persons with Down syndrome. You SEPTEMBER 8 - 9 theme. Guests will be encouraged to let Victorian John Street, Suite 300, Thornhill, ON. L3T 5W5. are just in time to volunteer for something fun and The Richmond Hill Live Steamers host the second of trends inspire their own attire for the evening. More Register online or call 905-886-6632 or email sup- worthwhile this summer and make a difference with their 2012 Open House weekends this weekend from than 300 guests will enjoy a seasonally-inspired four [email protected]. your unique skills. Spread the word and tell a friend 10.30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Steamers are a small non- course meal, dancing to the rich sounds of the After JULY 4 - JULY 24 who you know would love to join us or make a finan- profit hobby club whose members Hours Big Band plus special guest entertainment, a Aurora artist Herbert Pryke will host Plein Air cial contribution to help reduce costs to our mem- own/operate/build miniature operating steam and silent auction and opportunities to support Hillary Summer Painting, a four week outdoor art pro- bers. There is a great need for social, special interest diesel locomotives. The group will be offering train House. The event will raise much needed funds for gram starting July 4 at the Oak Ridges and activity programs in the GTA for those who are rides pulled by miniature steam or diesel locomo- restoration and ongoing operations of Aurora's her- Community Centre (12895 Bayview Avenue). specially abled and finished high school. This pro- tives on their outdoor train track through the woods itage gem, Hillary House National Historic Site. For Each week is a new location and outdoors every gram is about developing a Dream Team which will for train lovers of all ages. Snacks and souvenirs will more information, contact the AHS at 905-727-8991. time. Cost for the program is $67.10 for residents, be supported and will learn life skills such as safety, $77.10 for non-residents, and $46.97 for seniors. To social interaction, planning and travel via public register, contact Kim Smylie, Adult Program transit. For more information, visit www.astepupp.ca Coordinator for the Town of Richmond Hill at or call 416-771-4844. 905-882-4295 x.3153 or [email protected]. WEDNESDAY, JULY 25 JULY 9 - AUGUST 20 Garden Aurora! Invites you to hear Peter Gill from Eating Disorders of York Region presents a six the Ontario Water Garden Society speak about CALL week program, Life without Ed, an eating disor- 'Container Water Gardens'. You can enjoy water gar- Aurora’s Favourite Real Estate Team To der support group. It will meet for six Mondays dening even in a small space. Join us 8 p.m. at the beginning July 9 (excluding the long weekend) Royal Canadian Legion, 105 Industrial Parkway Work For You Today! from 5 to 6 p.m. It will take place at EDOYR's North, Aurora. More information at www.gardenau- headquarters in Aurora at 15213 Yonge Street, rora.com. Ste. 15 (Just south of Wellington in the old Post * * * * Office building). Eating Disorders of York Region Chartwell Seniors Housing Reit is hosting a Cooking is a registered non-profit organization. Register for a Cause BBQ in support of the Canadian Diabetes online or call 905-886-6632 or email support- Association today at Newmarket's Seniors Meeting [email protected]. Place. Members of the public are invited to attend a JULY 10 - JULY 31 fabulous diabetes-friendly BBQ prepared by chefs at geryandblaserhomes.com Eating Disorders of York Region presents a four Alexander Muir, Barton, and Park Place Manor week program, Healing and Emotional Eating: Retirement Residents. You will have an opportunity Using or Refusing Food to Cope, with psychother- to learn easy recipes while enjoying a healthy meal 905-727-1941 apist Marilyn Strauch. It meets for four in support of the Canadian Diabetes Association. ext. 382 Tuesdays starting on July 10 from 4 to 5 p.m. The benefits of good nutrition and wise food choices Individuals with eating disorders may restrict, lower your levels of the risk of diabetes. The bar- overeat or emotionally eat in an effort to numb beque begins at Noon. For more information, contact out or not deal with uncomfortable negative emo- Maureen O'Leary at 905-727-2952. tions, or to reinforce a positive mood. SATURDAY, JULY 28 Unfortunately, after each episode, there is gener- The Aurora Historical Society and Hillary House will ally increased self-criticism around weight, body host "Camp Dig It! Nature Detectives" the second image and lack of control; in addition to long event of Camp Hillary for kids ages seven - 11. Cost is term negative physical conditions. The program $15 for the day or $35 for all three camps. Pre-registra- FOR SALE FOR SALE will take place in Richmond Hill at 115 Wertheim tion is required and there is a maximum of 20 kids Court, Suite 511 (East off West Beaver Creek, per camp. Camp runs from 9.30 a.m. to 4 p.m. For North of Hwy 7). Register online or call 905-886- more information, contact the Aurora Historical 6632 or email [email protected]. Society at 905-727-8991. (Rain Date: August 11) TUESDAY, JULY 31 The Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church Street, pres- TUESDAY, JULY 17 ents the Making Professional Art Prints without a Bonsai Hill Tea House hosts "The Youthfulness of Press Workshop (adult ages 16+). Artist-instructor Summer", an evening of poetry featuring poets, sto- Valerie Kent will provide an enjoyable day-long intro- rytellers, and musicians. Featured musician is Alex duction to a process of printmaking that can be repli- Nugent, and poets include Luleta Brown, Deborah cated at home. 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Newer furnace, roof, kitchen, windows and renovated Granite, renovated main bath and professionally finished at 7.15. Limited seating. ensuite bath. basement. Freshly painted throughout. THURSDAY, JULY 19 AUGUST 3 - 5 The Third Annual Portraits of Giving exhibition The Aurora Festival of the Arts will host the Aurora opens today at the Aurora Cultural Centre. The occa- jazz+ Festival Friday to Sunday at Town Park. The sion will be marked with a charity opening reception Aurora jazz+ Festival (Aj+F) is produced by the at the gallery located at 22 Church Street. The exhibi- Aurora Festival of Arts (AFA), a not for profit tion is the work of York Region Photographer Karen Ontario corporation. The Aurora jazz+ Festival showcases & supports local talents offering three Merk and writer Heather Ann Lambert. It features FOR SALE FOR SALE portraits of inspirational people who have given days of music and art in the park. AFA's mission back to their communities in amazing ways. Join our includes, in general, the development of local cultur- 2012 honourees, Portraits alumni and local digni- al community by building a diverse Arts/Music taries. In the spirit of giving, 100 per cent of the $10 Festival network attracting artisans and patrons to entry fee will be donated to the Heart and Stroke the heart of York Region annually. Jazz+ means the Foundation. The reception includes presentations, Aj+F includes all possible arts and music genres music, food, drinks, and lots of good feelings. For from Reggae to Rock; First Nations to World Music, more information, contact Canadian Funk, Blues and Jazz. Local visual artists portraitsofgiving2012aurora.event brite.com. display and perform live painting in park, while SATURDAY, JULY 21 diverse vendors prepare and serve foods of the world. The Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church Street, pres- Enjoy great music, art, culture, food, beer/wine, kids' ents Sowing the Seeds of Heritage: Artifacts from crafts, shopping and the ambiance of the beautiful heritage Town Park setting located in the cultural Members of the York-Durham Association of 63 McKnight Cres, New Tecumseth - $289,800 - 51 Sir Sanford Fleming Way, Vaughan: - $899,000 - core of Aurora, in the centre of York Region. For Museums and Archives. Stroll through the Aurora Bright & spacious home in Tottenham. Brand new Open concept kitchen, hardwood floors, oak staircase, more information, visit www.aurorajazzfest.com. Room in a series of small vignettes from YDAMA carpets on stairs and in bedrooms, neutral decor, large granite counters. Upgraded broadloom, finished AUGUST 14 - 25 members - from the post office and railway station, finished basement w/ berber carpet. Family sized basement with separate entrance. Breakfast bar. Theatre Aurora presents "Private Lives", Noel dressmaker's shop and local farming implements, to kitchen with walkout deck. Newer roof and front Fenced yard. Located close to Maple & Rutherford - Coward's 1930 romantic comedy. It focuses on a a homestead kitchen - and the tavern! Join us for the windows. Great house - excellent value! minutes to Hwy 400. Opening Reception from 1 - 4 p.m.; don't miss a divorced couple who discover that they are honey- demonstration on dousing at 2 p.m.! Free admission mooning with their new spouses in neighbouring and light refreshments. Heritage exhibition contin- rooms at the same hotel. Despite a perpetually ues through until August 28. Summer Gallery hours stormy relationship, they realise that they still have Tuesday - Friday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Saturdays 12 - 4 p.m. feelings for each other. What happens next? Directed Wheelchair accessible at north entrance. For info by Sal Aguila and produced by Natasha Viskosky. please call 905-713-1818, or visit www.auroracultural- The show runs August 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 21, 22, 23, 24, YORK GROUP REALTY INC., centre.ca. 25. Curtain at 8 p.m. This is the first show of the 2012-13 season, our 55th season. Visit the Theatre BROKERAGE * * * * 15004 Yonge Street, Aurora The Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church Street, pres- Aurora web-site www.theatreaurora.com for further information. Tickets are currently available by buy- ents Celebrating Our Summer Exhibitions, with a Fully intended to solicit properties not currently under contract. launch of three art gallery shows that will continue ing a season subscription. Public sale of individual THE AURORAN, Tuesday, July 17, 2012 Page 3

HAPPY 109th BIRTHDAY, ADA! Briefly MORRIS CASE RESUMES TUESDAY

Aurora’s oldest resident, Arguments for costs between former Aurora mayor Ada Johnson, is celebrat- Phyllis Morris and residents Richard Johnson and Bill ing her 109th birthday Hogg are to resume this week. Tuesday’s hearing is a this week quietly with continuation of arguments which commenced on April 26 regarding costs sought from Morris by Johnson and friends and family at her Hogg. residence at Park Place The men are two of three citizens who were sued by Manor. Mrs. Johnson, pic- Morris in the final weeks of her term as mayor. She tured left at her birthday alleged those named in the lawsuit had knowledge of party last year, also has anonymous posters on the Aurora Citizen blog who she the distinction of being alleged defamed her. The Council of the day voted to go the longest ever resident forward to bring a resolution to this matter, but the of Aurora, having moved majority of participants in the discussion later argued here a three year old girl. they were not aware their authorisation was going to The Grande Dame of lead to a lawsuit. The current Council voted to discontin- Aurora was born July 17, ue any municipal involvement in the case in the early 1903 and told The weeks of their term. Morris later dropped the lawsuit. Auroran last year her She also had to pay the two a total of just over $27,000 in advice to residents is: costs for her failed Norwich motion, which would have “laugh and enjoy yourself. compelled the parties to release any information they Enjoy each day and make had on the identities of the anonymous bloggers. the most of it because Hogg and Johnson currently seek approximately that day never comes $38,000 in additional costs related to the entire case. This again.” week’s hearing is expected to be dominated by lawyers Auroran photo by for Morris who began their arguments in April but were cut off midway due to time constraints following argu- David Falconer ments from the other side.

CORRECTION Last week, The Auroran published a photo of Newmarket fiddler Bob Arbuckle participating in events Meetings, surveys will decide future of Hydro cash hosted in Town Park by Kerry’s Place and Art in the Park. Arbuckle was actually playing in the Aurora was auditable, and make awarded with the first councillor Alison Collins Farmers’ Market on behalf of the Aurora Festival of the From page 1 sure discussions are "in public meeting scheduled Mrakas. Joining her to Arts, promoting the upcoming Aurora Jazz+ Festival. Tuesday. the hands of a neutral for later that month. This discuss the issue were On the table will be a party." will be followed in Councillor Buck and for- recommendation from "While there are other November by phone sur- mer mayor Tim Jones. Town CAO Neil Garbe consultation options, veys and continued inter- To watch, visit www. DAMIR calling on Council to including conducting our cept interviews before a theauroran.com. approve an amount up to own surveys or public further public meeting How do you think the VRANCIC $35,000 to "support a com- consultation sessions, and Council workshop in Town should spend this munity-wide education they do not provide the December. money? Are there any LAW OFFICE and consultation cam- advantages of a neutral "Engaging the public burning needs you think BUSINESS LAW, paign" which will be han- third party with specific on an issue of this scope the money can address? REAL ESTATE, dled through an outside expertise in guiding, col- would require a fully Are there any projects you WILLS & ESTATES consultant. lecting and analysing res- transparent and account- would like to see become "Recognizing the ident responses," said Mr. able process to ensure reality? Have your say! 905-841-6411 financial scope of the Garbe. that there is no unfair Email your suggestions to Providing valued and trusted legal advice since 1983 decision and the potential "At the very least, a attempt to influence the [email protected]. for hundreds (or thou- third party can be decision," said Mr. Garbe sands) of different sug- engaged to assist with the in his report. "Retaining a gestions for disbursing initial set-up of questions reputable third party that the funds, it is highly as well as administration specializes in communi- advisable to engage a rep- and analysis of the sur- ty-based surveying to utable third party that vey. This would narrow help design, implement specializes in designing the field of choices for and analyse the results of Quality VANITIES and administering com- consideration by Aurora a community survey munity-based surveys," Town Council. would provide the neces- at Aurora Home Hardware said Mr. Garbe in his If all goes according to sary expertise, fairness report to Council. plan, Mr. Garbe hopes to and integrity to conduct a According to Mr. start consultations in verifiable and account- Garbe, a third party September, including able public consultation would be able to provide beginning the search for with residents." Aurora - and thereby the the consultant and doing What to do with money public - with specialized informal surveys with in the Hydro Reserve was FREE expertise on "messaging members of the public at the subject of the most and surveying", ensure Ribfest. By October, a recent episode of Our MIRROR that the whole process contract is planned to be Town, hosted by former with the purchase of any vanity & top until August 31, 2012* Call Karin Rossi Incentive for a viewing *while supplies last. Realty Inc., (416) 518-0648 or (705) 424-7748 Brokerage [email protected] Independently Owned & Operated

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Virtual Tour - http://tours.360housetours.com/public/vtour/display/60422?a=1 Home Owners helping homeowners Page 4 THE AURORAN, Tuesday, July 17, 2012 Letters to the editor Machell’s Corners Hoedown sponsorships available We are fortunate to exists by way of a $500 have a busy, supportive " C o m m u n i t y business community Champion" sponsorship who are very much for this year's Hoedown. engaged in activities Businesses, or individu- supporting the Town. als for that matter, can I know business own- boast of supporting our ers understand the con- 20 charities, not-for- cept of corporate social profits and community responsibility. You need groups directly by look no further than the becoming part of the example set by Magna growing list of in terms of their Hoedown supporters. Corporate Charter that Please consider join- commits a percentage of ing a great group of annual revenue to sup- " C o m m u n i t y port areas of social Champions". For more responsibility. information on Magna has under- Hoedown sponsorships, written the costs associ- please call John Crowell ated with presenting the at 905-726-3737. Help us Hoedown to the tune of make this year's 12.5 million dollars over Hoedown the best ever the last 24 years. by showing your sup- Like Magna, business port for the many owners just need to organizations who work know how their dona- hard to make our com- tions will be spent and munity great. that the community appreciates and Steve Hinder, Chair respects their support. 2012 This very opportunity Hoedown Committee Special Olympics fundraiser was a success To submit a letter to the editor please send your email to Golf tournament you to our volunteers [email protected] – deadline for submissions is Saturday at 1 p.m. coordinators Cheryl who donated their time Duckworth, Deb to help at the tourna- Finniear and Nicola ment. Finally, thank McGovern would like to you to Mike Nisbet at Want to fill a seat? You bet! extend their thanks to Westview Golf Club, “Dream big, Brock.” resident Harry Lumsden, a member all the supporters and and his staff, for a fabu- That’s what one of my more sar- of the Order of Canada, who has participants of the lous day and a tourna- castic friends in high school said the been featured in The Auroran several Inaugural Fundraising ment which was day after the Oscars, or the Emmys... times for his work for natural her- Golf Tournament in extremely well run. or something. What prompted this itage in Ontario, particularly his support of Special $6,122 was raised to sup- exchange was my idea of how great it work reversing the swan song of the Olympics-Aurora. Many port Special Olympics would be to –just once – be a seat filler trumpeter swans. thanks go to those who Ontario - Aurora at one of those shows. You get to Another recipient I bumped into a sponsored holes or Community. This will enjoy the show live and in the flesh, few times that evening (once, almost played in the tourna- help fund new sports, but don’t have to put in the hard work BROCK’S literally) was Ann Mortimer. ment, or both. There support and develop the and deal with the temperamental Although (technically) a resident of were 53 golfers, 15 hole existing sport clubs, people to get there. Newmarket, this acclaimed ceramic sponsors and a hole-in- and help send some of BANTER Before this person suffered a Brock Weir artist found her way into our pages one sponsor. The prize our athletes to different potentially fatal bout of eyestrain last year due to her participation donations from our levels of competition. from rolling theirs too hard, the con- order, I knew I would stick out like a with the Aurora Cultural Centre. Her friends and businesses Planning for next year's versation shifted gears onto a com- sore thumb, but was content just to intriguing exhibition, the Great in the community, the tournament is under- pletely unrelated subject, but the idea take it all in. The way it was set up Umbrella Caper, was the inaugural purchase of raffle tick- way. was still in the back of my mind. was that of the 600 or so medallists exhibition hosted by the Centre in its ets, and a putting com- When I sat down to check my there that day (very intimate!), about Red and Blue Galleries in January petition made the day a Special Olympics email one day in the middle of last 25 people had been selected to help 2010. great success. Thank Aurora month, with the hubbub of Charles the Governor General, the Ms. Mortimer was there too as a and Camilla’s visit to Ontario and the Lieutenant Governor, and their member of the Order of Canada, and THE AURORAN excitement of the Jubilee just start- spouses, hand out the award. These stopped for a moment to share some ing to drift into history, I had no idea ranged from news anchors Peter memories of her time at the Cultural The Auroran Newspaper Company Ltd. that I would have a fleeting brush Mansbridge (the emcee for the con- Centre, which featured her eye-catch- 15213 Yonge Street, Suite 8 with the teenage flight of fancy. cert) and Lloyd Robertson to actors ing works of uniquely painted and Aurora, ON, L4G 1L8 It was a Thursday and the follow- Gordon Pinsent and Shirley Douglas decorated ceramic umbrellas influ- ing Monday evening, the Lieutenant- to activists Craig and Marc enced by her travels throughout Asia, Governor of Ontario was hosting a and working with kids and other Founder Kielburger. Ron Wallace Gala Reception at Roy Thomson Hall Part of the fun of waiting in the enthusiastic artists as they rendered Publisher Emeritus in Toronto for all recipients of the exceedingly long line to get in was their own visions onto paper umbrel- Rosemary Schumaker Order of Canada and the Order of just who would be your presenter. As las. Ontario currently residing in the luck would have it, I got Mike Finally, there was Dr. Bette Editor General Manager Production Manager province. The purpose of the evening ‘Pinball’ Clemons. Following the Stephenson, who appeared in our Brock Weir Bob Ince Cynthia Proctor [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] was twofold – to celebrate the presentation, the concert began and November 30, 2010 issue which, if Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and for included such high spots in memory serves, was only the second these Order members to receive their Canadiana including Inuit time Poor Ronnie let me hold the Advertising Photography own Diamond Jubilee medals. songstress Susan Aglukark, jazz reins of this paper in his absence. David Falconer Diane Buchanan I found out in March that I was The occasion of Dr. Stevenson’s [email protected] singer Molly Johnson, Gordon [email protected] nominated for a medal for my volun- appearance in our paper was the Classifieds Lightfoot (carrying his own amp, of Trish Miller-Kostin 905-727-7128 teer work with an organization course. A personal highlight), and opening of the Dr. Bette Stephenson [email protected] [email protected] spread over many years, and to performances by the Famous People Centre for Learning in Oak Ridges. Zach Shoub [email protected] expect a couple of possible dates for Players and bands representing As was planned at the time, and as it an investiture sometime in the Fall. Aboriginal communities and mili- continues to be, her namesake build- When I got an email saying that some tary life. ing was built by the York Region Main Number 905-727-3300 • Facsimile 905-727-2620 of the members of either Order were Before and after the concert, how- District School Board as a Regional Subscriptions available within Canada and U.S. unable to attend the ceremony and hub for continuing education. email: [email protected] ever, the best part was just people- organizers had a few seats to fill, watching. Almost everywhere you She was kind enough to pass along Editorial policy Opinions expressed by columnists, contributors and letter writers are not somehow my name was selected at turned there was someone instantly her good wishes on Ronnie’s recent necessarily those of The Auroran. Letters must include name and phone number, although number will not be published, and be limited to 700 words. random to go down there, get my recognizable, but what was of partic- retirement and my appointment as Letters may be edited or refused. All contents protected by copyright. medal, and enjoy the show. ular interest were the number of peo- editor, but kindly asked that we ramp Advertising policy Well, needless to say, they didn’t Publisher is not liable for slight changes or typographical errors that do not ple there to get their medals that up the number of photos in the paper. lessen the value of an advertisement. Disputes must be brought to the atten- tion of the publisher prior to the following edition. have to ask me twice! evening who have graced these very I hope our page of images taken Going in there I didn’t know what pages in recent years. during Doors Open Aurora 2012 will to expect because since I had neither The first one I spotted was Aurora do the trick! THE AURORAN, Tuesday, July 17, 2012 Page 5

NEW POLL www.theauroran.com The Aurora jazz+ Festival will soon be upon This dinner plate, part of the fine us. Do you plan on attending the three day festi- china collection of the Hillary Family val in Town Park at any point from August 3 - was made by George Philips Pottery, based in Longport England. Philips August 5? produced pottery only from 1822 to A) Yes 1847. The delicate image on the plate B) No is rendered in light blue against a C) Undecided white background. The central image Final Results: shows two peacocks, with trees and Aurora is considering ways to celebrate the Town’s 150th buildings in the background. An intri- birthday next year. While a number of events could be in the cate pattern of vines and flowers dec- pipeline, debate has surrounded who should plan the festivities. orates the rim of the plate. It is cur- Who do you think should oversee the plans? a) A Project manager costing upwards of $60,000? rently on display as part of the 150 b) A volunteer citizen committee Artefacts for 150 Years exhibit at c) Don’t Know Hillary House. If you are interested in A B C adopting this or any other item in the Aurora Historical Society’s fundraising initiative, contact the AHS at 905-727- 8991. AS OF JULY 16, 2012 16, JULY OF AS RESULTS 17% 76% 5 % .6 .5 .9

Please participate in our POLL –go to www.theauroran.com, scroll down and look to the bottom right of the home page to VOTE. Diamond Jubilee Medals Awarded This year marks the 60th anniversary of throughout the world. We plishments. known by those whose lives have been Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's accession can't help but be inspired by Each one has made - and touched by their selfless acts of community to the throne. This makes her the second her resilience and commit- continues to make - a differ- service. longest reigning monarch after Queen ment to service. ence in the lives of the citi- Join me in thanking these outstand- Victoria, whose Diamond Jubilee was cele- To celebrate this zens of our communities, ing citizens of our province, now recipi- brated in 1897. Diamond Jubilee, Ontario is of our province and of our ents of the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond In a world fraught with political and eco- presenting outstanding country. Jubilee Medal: nomic instability, it is truly remarkable that Ontarians with the Diamond Whether through out- Suzanne Bolton, The Honourable Rose any monarch would survive 60 years. What Jubilee Medal in recognition standing accomplishments Boyko, Robert B. Callow, Corporal Denny is even more significant is the fact that of their contributions to our FRANKLY in business or industry, Choe, Ernie Crossland, Dr. Shahid Queen Elizabeth II enjoys the highest per- province and to our country. dedication to community Hashmi, Gary Hicks, Steve Hinder, sonal approval rating of any public figure. As a Member of service, leadership in pub- George Marcello, Derek Murray, Gustav This, despite the tumultuous decade of the Provincial Parliament, I was SPEAKING lic service at various levels Schickedanz, The Reverend Canon Shea, 90s when marital separations, indiscretions, granted the privilege of Frank Klees of government, or selfless Michael R. Springford and Ron Wallace. the death of Diana, Princess of Wales and nominating fourteen individ- MPP Newmarket-Aurora and courageous dedication I want to thank the family members and public questioning of the relevance of the uals to receive these medals, to ensuring our continued friends of the recipients who joined us at monarchy were daily topics in the world and this past week, I had the honour of pre- freedoms through military service. Queen's Park for the medal presentation cer- media. senting those medals to individuals who Each recipient is a true reflection of Her emony. It was truly a memorable event. Through it all, the Queen carried out her have made extraordinary contributions to Majesty's legacy. Some of the recipients will As always, I welcome your comments and royal duties with dignity and re-assuring making our community and our province a be recognized because of their public per- advice. I can be reached through my website confidence. She continues to be a symbol of better place. sona. Some names have never been men- at www.frankklees.com or by calling 905-750- stability, not just in the Commonwealth, but We are proud of them and their accom- tioned in any media reports and may only be 0019. Cartoon Convention What do global warming, health care, ical cartoons, to the rise draw" remark. back whatsoever. Meanwhile, a quickly Afghanistan, and a recent Aurora munici- in popularity of graph- But the highlight for scribbled effort that one normally wouldn't pal election have in common? ic stories. me that week-end was the draw except you were out of ideas and star- They were all the subjects of cartoons There was also a spe- opportunity to meet and ing down a fast-approaching deadline, is that appear in "Cartoon Canada", a book cial gallery opening spend time with the car- your most popular cartoon of the year, and highlighting the work of the Association of that accompanied the toonists themselves, who elicits tons of comments. Canadian Editorial Cartoonists. (ACEC) launch of "Cartoon came from across the As for The Auroran cartoon that appears Over the Canada Day week-end at the Canada". All of the car- country. They ranged in the book (below), it's one I drew several ACEC convention in Montreal, the coun- toons (yes, even the one from those who worked years ago that I had sent in as a sample of try's best political cartoonists (and me) poking fun at local INSIDE for the national and big my work when I joined the ACEC. gathered for a few days of presentations Aurora politics) will be city newspapers, to those According to our president, it was "an excel- and shop talk. on display at the AURORA who had their own comic lent example of the effectiveness of com- The event was kicked off by a surprise McCord Museum for strips, to people who drew munity cartooning". Scott Johnston visit from Justin Trudeau, who told us that the next several for local publications, to I'm not actually sure how effective it was growing up, the first time he really realized months. freelancers. There were - after all, there have been two municipal what his father did for a living was from Proving that politicians at all levels are even a few Americans in the crowd. elections since I drew it, and nothing much reading editorial cartoons. good sports, at our wrap-up session, former It was interesting swapping stories, and has changed - but I appreciate the compli- The first set of speakers was a trio of Prime Minister Paul Martin told us that knowing that we have all had similar expe- ment, and meeting so many fellow cartoon- cartoonists and cover illustrators from he'd never been upset by a political cartoon riences with deadlines, rejection, the ists has inspired me to keep plugging away. "The New Yorker" who, based on the aimed at him. If fact, he encouraged us, change in print media, and the universal If you're interested in seeing how amount of submissions that are rejected, noting that "you people have the ability to sentiment that you never know what will Canadian cartoonists view the world these must have extremely thick skins. reach Canadians in a way no one else provoke a response. days, copies of "Cartoon Canada" are avail- Over the next couple of days we toured does… with your talent to draw and make a For example, we all had experiences of able on-line through Chapters and Amazon. an animation studio, and heard about top- point." cartoons that we had put tons of time and ics ranging from cartooning and censor- I can only assume that he hadn't seen my thought into, and felt perfectly nailed a con- Feel free to e-mail Scott at: ship in China, to the preservation of histor- cartoon yet when he made that "talent to troversial subject, but resulted in no feed- [email protected] Page 6 THE AURORAN, Tuesday, July 17, 2012 A Trip to Queen’s Park Letters to the editor R e c e i v e d there. my Queen’s F a l c o n e r Resident seeks return of equipment D i a m o n d was the offi- J u b i l e e cial photogra- I am a 28 year old liv- the conditions. It cost me hundreds years and taken Medal at pher, while ing in Aurora. I grew I was told by the of dollars to move her painstaking care of it. Queen’s Park Weir was actu- up riding horses, and OSPCA that I had to and pay again for board It had a brass nameplate We d n e s d a y ally covering have still have my horse move my horse from that I'd already paid but with my name (Kayla afternoon. the event. Lucy even though it's an that facility ASAP or would not get back. I Smith, my maiden T h a n k Klees, who expensive hobby for Lucy would be confis- found out at the same name) on it, but I'm sure you, Frank POOR is the Member someone my age. cated into the care of time that the barn it's been removed. Klees. of Provincial About a month ago, I the OSPCA. I had 5 days owner was defrauding I luckily had a pretty It’s been a RONNIE Parliament for received a call from the to move. I scrambled to me out of hundreds of good picture of it. The very long the riding of Ron Wallace OSPCA saying that the find a barn that was dollars - money she told first thing I did was file time since I N ew m a rke t - barn where I board close to my home but me was going to the vet a police report with was last at Aurora, in set- Lucy was under an still affordable - I don't for care of Lucy, but the York Region. I've posted Queen’s Park and I’ve ting up the presentation, active investigation for have a very high budget. vet confirmed she never on Facebook, I've put up never taken the guided allowed each person four not feeding or providing I also had to find some- gave him the money and an ad with a reward on tour through it. There visitors, and I elected to water to the horses. I one to pay to trailer my thus Lucy was not get- Kijiji. The owner of the was one going on when we take Patricia, my wife, arrived. since she had to do the hadn't gone to see Lucy horse to a new facility - ting any vet care. barn has also posted a A couple of years ago driving anyway. in a couple of weeks, unfortunately, Lucy I thought this was all link on Kijiji and put when Patricia and I were Aw, heck, she’s cute, and when I went to see doesn't fit in the trunk behind me. I found a flyers up in feed and vacationing through too. her I was appalled by of my car! new barn and Lucy tack stores in the area. Ottawa, it was a no-brain- The story about my seemed happy. We've I've called a bunch of er to take the tour driving, or lack thereof, been at the new barn for stores that sell equip- through the Centre Block will be told in my next col- Another glance... just under a month. ment on consignment. I on Parliament Hill. It umn, currently scheduled And then, when I went called all the auction never occurred to me, for July 31. The centre spread of Our Lady of Grace C.S. to go riding this houses hoping that they really, to be a tourist in **** the Auroran (June 26) Holy Spirit C.S. Monday, I arrived at the might recognize it. I while detailing the bene- Light of Christ C.S. the city closer to me. Took a few days off new barn to find all of just don't know what fits of living in Aurora, St. Jerome C.S. Queen’s Park is an last week – you can do my riding equipment else I can do, so I am have neglected to mention St. Joseph C.S. impressive structure on that when you’re retired – stolen. Everything! My reaching out to The the Catholic elementary With the exclusion of its own, let alone the his- and took over Patricia’s saddles, bridles, nava- Auroran to see if we can tory that’s happened sister’s trailer at schools presently in the Catholic elementary Aurora under the jurisdic- schools listed above, home jos, saddle pads, draw get this out there even within the walls. Buckhorn, more specifi- reins, side reins, lunge further. Here's my Kijiji If you have any kind of cally Sandy Lake. tion of the York Catholic hunters/buyers/residents District School Board. are decidedly not getting lines, training martin- L i n k : mobility, meaning you’re I had been there before, gales, bits, spurs and http://toronto.kijiji.ca/ okay with walking a dis- and Jim and Sylvia, while For the record, the "most of the relevant com- everything in between. c-pets-other-STOLEN- tance, that whole area, there, were the perfect names of the Catholic ele- munity info at a glance." Everything. Gone. I'm RIDING-TACK-All-my- with the Royal Ontario hosts. mentary schools, which talking about thousands riding-equipment- Museum and the Art Aside from the dis- were omitted, are as fol- Rosalyn A. Gonsalves Gallery of Ontario close tance to Buckhorn (it was lows: Aurora of dollars and a lifetime stolen-Reward- by, should be on your list a two-hour drive) things of riding equipment W0QQAdIdZ394984384 of places to visit. were pretty much as I stolen. The thing I'm Frank had been invited remember them. Another one bites the dust... most upset about is my Kayla Lanzillotta saddle. I've had it for 15 to nominate 14 candidates Peaceful and green Anyone that grew up every so often, first Aurora to receive the medal, and I with an abundance of in the 80s would have visit the toy aisle was one of them. blue jays, chipmunks and heard the song (strategically placed) Of the 14, I knew half a family of annoying rac- "Another One Bites The and then have breakfast of them: Suzanne Bolton; coons. Dust" by Queen. That's served by the always Bob Callow; Ernie When you drive east on how my kids and I felt smiling and jovial Sue Crossland; Gary Hicks; weekend, you don’t have recently when we went (we will miss you, Sue) Steve Hinder; Derek to deal with much traffic to have breakfast at the and made sure the kids Murray, and Gustav because it’s all heading Zellers Diner. sat properly, ordered on Schickedanz. north! But don’t tell any- We knew Target was their own, and had a The others I had never one or they’ll all head that coming, but did not great time. heard of: Derwyn Shea; way. realize that the "target" Now we can go to any Mike Springford; George It’s not the first trailer was going to be on our restaurant and only Gateway Café & Lanes Aurora Marcello; Dr. Shahid park I’ve been in. favorite breakfast place. have two glasses spill, 210 Edward St., 905-727-2900 Hashmi; Corporal Denny I owned a trailer on We went in, and to our at least one major stain Choe; or the Honorable Lake Bernard for several disappointment, it was on someone's shirt, and www.gatewaylanes.ca Rose Boyko. years, but sold it once I closed! notice only one other Frank gave a brief bio got married and realized My wife and I made a couple indiscreetly say of each recipient. we weren’t using it that pledge that we would "look how misbehaved An impressive group of much. make a conscious effort those children are." Air Conditioner accomplishments, to say It took about three to have our children Yes, Zellers Diner the least. I was humbled hours to drive there but familiar with proper has taught us a lot and to be among them. one could always stop in behavior while eating at we will miss it. Not NOW ON! Stories about these Orillia, if the mood restaurants. We were sure if Target will open Sale Call for details people should be in The struck you to do a bit of the ones, before having a new one, but it just Auroran somewhere gambling at Casino children, that would won't be the same. since the editor Brock Rama. whisper to each other at To all those who Weir and photographer The mood seemed to how misbehaved "those" think that good things David Falconer were both strike me often. children were. So we last forever, be careful, decided we would start the word on the street is early and frequented that the big boxers are Letters to the editor the Zellers Diner when saying…"Hey, I'm gonna Dante was one. to get you too". Along came Tosca Telephone Tips and the tradition con- John Gallo tinued. We would go Aurora Re: Telephone Hang- the prompts. ups by Scott Johnston With most systems, this I read with some eventually allows me to amusement your account speak with a real person. of your attempt to make Of course, with some sys- ONUMENTS BY an appointment, in this tems, you are asked to M week's edition of the state "the reason for your HOMPSONS Auroran. (July 3, 2012) As call" or something similar, A New Approach to Memorial Design. you indicated, sometimes which can be tricky. 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Since1924 from a rotary dial phone, Colin Guenther Thompson Funeral Home is proud to be part of and not respond to any of Aurora Service Corporation International (Canada) Ltd. www.tholiver.com 905.727.4258 THE AURORAN, Tuesday, July 17, 2012 Page 7 All's quiet on the Seniors' front, unless… If you're a card fanatic, We had fun, regardless. T h e y watch the has won an award for its display case in the main you will find an avid Even the pool room is spent all c r e a t i o n s float in the Canada Day lobby. group still visiting the frequently empty, at least day at e m e r g e parade. The float repre- centre every week. during the times when I C a s i n o from non- sented "our heritage as a Petch House Nothing seems to stop drop in. This, too, can be Rama and d e s c r i p t fragile thing, too easily soon to arrive these players. turned into a positive. a one- wads of lost or forgotten, so the Last year, it was decid- While others have My aiming skills need h o u r soft glass. Aurora Seniors’ Centre's ed that the historic Petch found alternative activi- a lot of practice, which I'd cruise on float will take you back to House should take up its ties for the summer, these rather do when no one is Lake Cou- Our the days of the pioneers new home behind the members seem to play watching. So, I take chiching. SENIOR Seniors with their log cabin Aurora Seniors' Centre. every week day. advantage of the empty I don't are homestead." Last week, crews were You have a choice of room to open up one of g a m b l e , SCAPE winners Ron Coe and several busy digging a hole - not On June duplicate bridge, big the small tables and prac- but I'd Sylvia Dickens volunteers assembled the to put it in, but to create euchre, bridge, poker and tice a few games as I did gladly for- 12, senior sturdy and rugged-look- a foundation that will canasta. last week. feit a day m e m b e r s ing log cabin in the cen- hold the house. My groups - scrabble There was quite a at the centre for that competed in the Senior tre's workshop. In my view, this is an and rummi-kub - tend to steady flow of passersby, cruise! Star Competition 2012. Congratulations to the ideal location for an old wax and wane, depending for some reason. One per- If you missed it, This is a singing and musi- Float Committee, headed log cabin that represents on the summer schedules son stopped to say hello there's a similar trip com- cal instrument competi- by Judy Buchanan and Aurora's long history. of our players. I figure, so, with mixed feelings, I ing up on August 2 to tion open to any Canadian Ron Coe, in creating this The setting is backed by two out of a possible six invited him to join me. Niagara Fallsview resident who is 65 years winning float being trees, with the beautiful to eight players ain't bad, While I do enjoy having Casino. Don't worry. This and over. It was held at the awarded the Best Aurora Arboretum gate considering that the card someone to help me sink one doesn't have you Aurora Legion. Original Theme for 2012. and flower display on sharks almost fill one of the balls, this time I was hanging over the Of the 10 seniors, four The plaque sits proudly John West Way creating a the larger rooms. For relieved when he chose Whirlpool Rapids. were members of the in the Seniors' Centre's welcoming entrance. them to lose 10 players in not to join me. Instead, it includes a tour Aurora Seniors' Centre. a session has little if any By now, you're proba- of Rossi Glass. Bud Switzer won first effect on their game. bly asking, "Where did all Watching an artisan place singing "Some Enchanted Evening". He, Jerey Sleep Fortunately, you only the seniors go?" blow glass into wonderful Financial Security Advisor need a minimum of two Well, I can tell you that shapes is awe inspiring. 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Among the many con- I n debate and we are properly represent- versations I have with res- A u r o r a , represen- ed on the Region's 21-mem- idents, a number invari- nine elected tation is ber Council. From a prac- ably revolve around pro- representa- even more tical standpoint, we are grams and services pro- tives pro- acute. not. vided to our community. tect the W h i l e The City of Markham, During these discus- interests of m e m b e r s the Region's largest local sions, there are often ques- our resi- of York municipality, has five Bathroom tions about who provides dents and Re g i o n a l Regional representatives. & Kitchen Accessories these services. Is it the ratepayers C o u n c i l This is more than Aurora, Town of Aurora or The by thor- IN GOOD put a great King, Georgina and Tel: (905) 727-6401 8 Industrial Pkwy. S. Regional Municipality of o u g h l y deal of Whitchurch-Stouffville www.nyhp.on.ca Aurora, Ontario York? d e b a t i n g COMPANY effort into It's not always a simple budget pri- critically Continued on page 14 answer. orities and examining Advertorial Regional governments z e a l o u s l y Mayor Geoffrey Dawe s e r v i c e s were established in scrutinizing our spend- and expenditures, the Ontario by former ing. With one-third of res- issue of representation is Premier Bill Davis in 1971. idential property taxes a cause for concern. Back Pain Workshop to The idea behind this sec- funding Town infrastruc- Although nine repre- ond layer of municipal ture, programs and servic- sentatives prioritize pro- government was to pro- es, having fully-engaged grams and services cov- vide large scale services to Council members who ered by 33 per cent of tax Reveal Powerful Secrets communities that would meticulously evaluate bills, I am the sole repre- produce savings through multiple options is criti- sentative protecting the economies of scale. cal. interests of our ratepay- It's a model that, for the When you consider that ers' 44 per cent contribu- for Lasting Relief most part, has worked a full 44 per cent of resi- tion to the Region. quite well. In many dential property taxes go The Town of Aurora is I want to share my worked for him! not correct the underly- instances, the Town works to the Region for pro- one of nine municipali- story. My back pain was I admit it seemed too ing root causes of most very closely with the grams delivered under ties in York Region. From horrible. I tried pain good to be true. But it back pain. Region to provide seam- their mandate, the issue of a proportional perspective medication at first. But it obviously worked for my Most doctors focus on less service to residents. In didn’t provide lasting friend. Regardless, medications or physio- the case of garbage, the relief. It hurt so bad I I went to the workshop therapy to give relief Town collects your trash couldn’t even pick up my and learned a lot. but sufferers need to be from the curb and the ON SALE NOW! children without winc- I applied what I learned aware that there are Region disposes, recycles ing from the pain. I went and gave it a little time. additional choices avail- or composts the materials. to my doctor but he told I can now honestly say able for most cases of In the case of drinking TRAILER me I would just have to my back pain is a thing back pain that are effec- water, the Region builds live with the pain and of the past. It’s remark- tive, natural and safe. and maintains the equip- take muscle relaxants able. To help sufferers an ment needed to acquire, HITCHES... and painkillers whenev- You are likely frus- upcoming workshop is sanitize and distribute the er my pain became bad. trated by having to suf- scheduled to reveal ways water to each community But it only got worse. fer with ongoing back to provide lasting back and the Town bills for the I tried physiotherapy pain or stiffness. But pain relief by addressing service and distributes the and massage too - but you may also be con- the problem at its root. water to homes and busi- without lasting relief. cerned on your depend- This eye opening infor- nesses. In both of these exam- I was about to look ency on pain pills … and mation has helped many ples, two separate organi- into surgery when I their possible side sufferers change their zations work hand-in-hand spoke to a friend who effects. lives forever. to provide the high-quality suggested I try a differ- You may have heard As a community serv- services our residents pay We Sell Them! ent approach that had that there can be serious ice this workshop is free. for through their property worked for him. health risks associated The workshop will be taxes. As elected officials, My friend told me he with regular use, or over- held on Wed July 25 from it is incumbent upon us to We Install Them! found great information use, of pain pills. These 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm. at the ensure the effective conti- about back pain from a risks include damage to King West Wellness nuity of this service and complimentary work- the liver, kidneys or gut. Centre 141 King Rd., Unit ensure we receive the best YORK SPRING & RADIATOR shop he attended. He I learned that 10, Richmond Hill. possible value at the best told me he learned although the pain killing Seating is limited. possible price. Our resi- 60 Industrial 905 effective ways to get rid drugs are designed to To make reservations dents expect and deserve 727-3121 of his pain. And it numb the pain they do call 888-837-0407. no less. Pkwy. North, Aurora Page 8 THE AURORAN, Tuesday, July 17, 2012

Local recipients of the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal nominated by MPP Frank Klees are pictured outside the doors of the Legislative chamber following their investiture on Wednesday afternoon. Pictured in the first row, left to right, are Ernie Crossland, Mr. Klees, Michael Springford, Dr. Shahid Hashmi, Ron Wallace, crown Suzanne Bolton, the Hon. Rose Boyko, Steve Hinder, Cpl. Denny Choe, and George Marcello. Back Row: Gustav PAVI N G LTD . Schickedanz, Rev. Canon Derwyn Shea, Gary Hicks, Derek Murray, and Robert Callow. 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Wallace, founder and for- Ugandan schools; organ Grade 7 homeroom Over the next few Pinnacle mer editor of The donation advocate teacher - was dubbed weeks, The Auroran will Insurance A u r o r a n , George Marcello; busi- "twice the citizen." single out these winners Providing for Neighbourhood Network ness leader Gustav "This moniker stems with individual profiles co-founder and former from the fact that not on just how these recipi- ALL Your Insurance Needs. Councillor Steve Hinder, only do they serve their ents have impacted their Call or Email Earle seniors advocate Derek country as soldiers in community and their fel- for a FREE QUOTATION Murray, Corporal Denny "I have the honour the Canadian Forces, low residents, but from Choe of the Toronto- most are also employed Mr. Klees' perspective it on any of our products based Queen's Own of presenting these within civilian organiza- is clear - "we are a very 905-841-6436 Rifles of Canada, and medals to individuals tions and volunteer their blessed community and [email protected] entrepreneur and com- time to community we're a very blessed munity volunteer Bob who have made organizations," said Mr. province because of Callow. Klees. these kinds of people "I have the honour of extraordinary "Throughout his 10 who live in this great presenting these medals contributions to making years of service, Cpl. province and are willing to individuals who have Choe has performed at to dedicate themselves to Frankhasbeen with made extraordinary our community, our an extremely high stan- making our province and contributions to making dard in the completion of our communities greater. A&FA HairElite our community, our province, and our his duties." "You are all communi- Barbershop&Hairstyling province, and our coun- country a better place," Mr. Murray, during ty builders and our try a better place," said his presentation, was province is what it is forf 48 years! Mr. Klees. "We're proud said Mr. Klees. saluted by the MPP as today because of you and being an "inspiration" to In theAuroraShoppingCentre of them and we're proud because of your dedica- Next to No Frills of their accomplish- the community, a reputation." ments. Each one has tion which, he said, pre- 148004800 Yo YongngegeSt.St. AuAurorroraaOnt.Ont. L4L4GG 1N 3•Tel:905-727-6212 ~Since 1970~ made, and continues to Schickedanz; politician cedes him in the commu- make, a difference in the Reverend Canon Derwyn nity. For this advocate lives of the citizens of Shea; and long-time for Aurora's senior com- our communities, for our Lions Club champion munity, age doesn't seem province, and for our Michael Springford. to be a personal factor at country; whether it is Mr. Callow was the all. AAURAURORAURRORAORA FFAMILFAMILYAMILLLYY DENTDENTALTALAL through outstanding first resident of Aurora "Age is irrelevant," accomplishments in that afternoon to receive said Mr. Klees of Mr. business and industry, his medal. Murray, who also works dedication to community "Bob, as he is known with Pace Credit Union. DDr. UUrusa a AAnsari i service, leadership and in the community, is a "If there is something to public service at various successful entrepreneur, be done, he wants to do it WWee o er complete dental carcare ree ssolutions for all ages, including: levels of government, community volunteer, and it gets done with and selfless and coura- and philanthropist," said excellence. Derek is a Preventive Dentistry geous dedication to Mr. Klees before present- tireless advocate for sen- Planning for a lifetime of dental health ensuring our continued ing him with his medal. iors' issues and dedicates freedoms through serv- "He is dedicated to mak- countless volumes of ice in our armed forces. ing his community and hours to senior organiza- Cosmetic Dentistry Each recipient is a true country a better place. tions throughout our We o er the latest advances reflection of Her During his nine year community. NNENEWEEWW PATIENTSPPAAATTIEENNNTTTSS WELCOMEWWEEELLLCCOME Majesty's legacy and a term of service on the "He serves his peers FLEXIBLEFLLEEEXXXIIBLLEE HOURSHOURRSS fitting way to celebrate York Region Police in the Aurora Seniors’ Restorative Dentistry her Diamond Jubilee." Services Board, Bob Centre, although they Tooth colored restorations Other recipients of earned a reputation as a say he is far too young to CCall:all: 905-727-3323 the medal from citizen advocate and as a belong! He has done Crowns, Bridges & Implants 25 WellingtonWellingtonll StreetStreet East Newmarket, Vaughan, a strong voice for commu- extensive service city which used to share nity safety. Bob has through Community Protect and preserve your teeth Aurora,Aurora, OntarioOntario an MPP with Aurora, served in a leadership Home Assistance to L4G 1H4 and from further afield role on many community Seniors (CHATS) where Dental Whitening included Suzanne boards and organiza- his years of business Brighten your smile Bolton, a constituency tions and has made a sig- experience combine with assistant in Mr. Klees' nificant contribution to a heart for the communi- office, who was singled Canada as an activist in ty, who gets things done. Straight Teeth in as little as 6 months out for her work with the political process. "Derek comes into my Ask us about the many options available including persons with disabili- "Bob is an untiring office every Friday and Invisalign (virtually undetectable, clear braces) ties, the Honourable volunteer, a builder of he checks on me to Rose Boyko, the first communities, and loves ensure that the person Aboriginal woman our great country [which the people of appointed to a Canadian he demonstrates] Newmarket-Aurora have wwwwww.AuroraFamilyDental.caw.A.AAururoraFaamilyDental.ca superior court, Ernie through his daily life." elected is doing his job "Mr. Newmarket" Next up was Cpl. Choe and I thank him for that. THE AURORAN, Tuesday, July 17, 2012 Page 9 Auroran founder awarded Jubilee medal By Brock Weir paper he founded and recently Wallace. "That's why I named by sold, Ron continues through that daughter Aurora. It's a good thing When Newmarket-Aurora MPP column to remind the community she wasn't born in Walla Walla, Frank Klees presented The of Aurora of its proud history Washington! Auroran founder Ron Wallace and serve as its conscience as it "[This medal] is quite an hon- with the Queen Elizabeth II plans for the future." our. Half of the people that were Diamond Jubilee Medal on Relaxing in the reception in nominated I had never heard of Wednesday afternoon, he was sin- the Legislative Dining Room fol- before, so obviously [Frank] did gled out as "Mr. Aurora." lowing the medal presentation, some homework in picking out But Mr. Wallace, unusually at a the 14 people involved. And it is loss for words, rejected that idea "Dick Illingworth was quite an accomplished group!" out of hand. In selecting members for this "I don't think I am Mr. Aurora, the guy I admired the most accomplished group, Mr. Klees frankly," said Mr. Wallace follow- said first and foremost in his ing the ceremony. "I think there and he was the guy who mind was the impact they had had are an awful lot more people who when I was covering Council on the community and not "limit- are more deserving of the title ing it to the typical impact that than I am. Where it came from, I said, 'Hey, Ron!' people think of when we think of had no idea." elected officials, for example, or Well, let's hear what Mr. Klees instead of, 'Hey, someone of a very high profile." has to say on the subject: you with the pencil!' "The issue of how our individ- "Ron Wallace, affectionately uals and families within our com- known as Mr. Aurora is truly an ~Ron Wallace munities are affected by these exemplary citizen," said Mr. Klees people," said Mr. Klees. "What sus- in his remarks during the awards Mr. Wallace said that he was tains a community and, to a large presentation, which also recog- struck with the Aurora bug when degree, its families and what nized four other Aurora resi- he first arrived on the scene in impact have these people had on dents. "Ron served as an Aurora the mid-1960s and then Councillor our society? The ability to Town Councillor, York Region and Mayor Dick Illingworth made encourage individuals to become District School Board Trustee, a lasting impression in him, the best they can be. That was Aurora Chamber of Commerce becoming a key influence in his really my primary focus. Director, Volunteer Firefighter, life. Following his retirement "As we look at these individu- and, in his literary life, enlight- from being an active player in the als who were honoured today, ened the community through his political scene as well, Mr. there is a common denominator several incarnations as reporter, Wallace even brought in Mr. that all of them have - and that is writer, journalist, editor, and pub- Illingworth to train his keen their ability to put themselves lisher. political eye on the Town as one of aside and put others first in many, "To quote Ron, 'I am in love the primary editorial contribu- many ways. It is a lot easier for with Aurora and all there is to it. tors to The Auroran in its forma- every one of these people to have I would do anything I could for tive years, until his death in the considered themselves first and the Town.' And there isn't much spring of 2009 at the age of 92. yet all of these people have taken more that one person could do. "Dick Illingworth was the guy I the time to ask themselves, 'what Despite his retirement, Ron con- admired the most and he was the is it that I can do for my commu- tinues to be actively engaged in guy who when I was covering nity?'" community building through the Council said, 'Hey, Ron!' instead Ron, however, was much more Auroran founder and columnist Ron Wallace received support of the Aurora Historical of, 'Hey, you with the pencil!' casual about the whole thing: his Diamond Jubilee medal from Newmarket-Aurora Society and through his regular From that moment on, I was sort "If I can get it, anyone can get MPP Frank Klees at Queen’s Park on Wednesday. column in The Auroran, the news- of sold on Aurora," said Mr. it, right?" Photo by David Falconer

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Will, Bijoy, and Amy welcomed visitors to the namesake Bijoy’s Restaurant on Temperance Street, one of a number of historic homes which have been outfitted for businesses in Aurora. Katherine Belrose (left) and Ranim Miri showed kids how to braid wheat and helped them learn about Aurora’s Fleury Works in a booth at Town Park.

(above) Warrant Officer Duncan Nyberg, of the Queen’s York Rangers, explained the history of the old Larmont Street armoury to event-goers, as well as stories of serving in the Regiment and in the Canadian Army. (Below) Rob showed off his 1937 Chevy Master Deluxe at the classic car show at Machell Park, put on by the Newmarket Car Club.

The Mettel family were but five of the 314 individuals who came through Hillary House on Saturday to view the grounds, take in the building, and participate in Fathers Antonel and Stefan opened the doors of the activities – including a scavenger hunt! Holy Forty Martyrs of Sebaste Romanian Orthodox Church. The church, located at Victoria and Mosley Streets, calls the former Aurora Lions Hall home.

Dorothy Gummersall was on of many voluteers stationed at Town Park and the Aurora Farmers’ Young Aurorans and the young at heart were captivated by a lively display of trains at Victoria Hall, courtesy of Market to help Doors Open participants find their way the Scarborough Model Railroaders. around Town to over 20 sites and activities.

Arts & Culture THE AURORAN, Tuesday, July 17, 2012 Page 11 Kofflers named co-chairs of Hillary House Ball

By Brock Weir couple lived in King their contributions Township on the have been greatly When Murray and Joker's Hill estate. For appreciated. Indeed, Marvelle Koffler were them, Aurora was the there is little doubt that recently asked to be place to be, at least their wide range of phi- honourary co-chairs of when it came to shop- lanthropy is appreciat- the Hillary House Ball ping and dining out, so ed across Ontario. this fall, it was the when John McIntyre of Mr. Koffler, the renewal of an ongoing the AHS approached founder of Shoppers relationship between them to help secure an Drug Mart, has always the Aurora Historical extensive collection of been one to "give back" Society and the well- medical equipment, to his community, known philanthropists. they didn't hesitate to although he seems to The Hillary House say yes. bristle at the idea that Ball, which will be held Thus, the Koffler this is what they have the evening of Friday, Museum of Medicine, been doing. Whatever October 19 at The which still calls Hillary you want to call it, they Mansion (DiNardo's) on House home, was born. have founded the Industrial Parkway "We were terribly Koffler Centre of the South is planned to be honoured [with the Arts in Toronto, the the culmination of the naming] and said it Murray Koffler year-long celebrations wasn't necessary, but Urologic Wellness PRIME TIME commemorating the they said it was a good Centre, and the 150th anniversary of idea and we accepted Marvelle Koffler Breast Hillary House, Aurora's graciously," Mr. Koffler Centre at Mount Sinai 416-571-7510 only National Historic told The Auroran from Hospital. They also Rounding out the cast of the Humber River [email protected] Site. his north Toronto donated their Joker's Shakespeare Company’s production of Macbeth, In advance of the home. Hill estate to the which hit Town Park on Saturday night, were Sarah ball, the Aurora "I am just interested University of Toronto, Moyle (Malcolm, Witch), Neil Silcox (Macduff, Captain), Historical Society in the AHS and they where it is a hub of out- Kanika Ambrose (Lady Macduff, Seyton, Menteth, (AHS) will deck out The keep me informed from door research, includ- Mansion in a Victorian time to time and what- ing the effects of global Witch), David Sklar (Banquo, Caithness), and Steve theme, reminiscent of ever they ask I say yes warming. That was, Coombes (Duncan, Lennox, Porter, Siward, Doctor). 1862, the year ground to," he added. "They incidentally, the largest Their tour continues this week with a stop at the was broken on Hillary haven't asked for very and most valuable land Richmond Hill Heritage Centre on Tuesday, and two House and guests will much and it was very gift ever given to a performances in Kleinburg on Wednesday and EXTERIOR be encouraged to join in pleasant to receive this Canadian university. Thursday. The tour continues through August 5. the revelry with letter that they would "Everybody thought I Masonary Ι Brick Repair Victorian costumes as like us to be honourary was a little off my rock- Interlock Concrete Driveway well. co-chairs." er at the time to give it Auroran photo Stairs Ι Patios The relationship Although Mr. Koffler to them but I thought it by David Falconer All Sealing between the Kofflers might not see the "asks" was a wonderful thing Waterproong and the AHS began of the AHS as very to do to have something decades ago when the much, it is evident that Continued on page 14 Exhibit highlights farming history

Farming isn't the first thing most people think that they can visit during the summer. of anymore when one thinks of Aurora. "Get out and see some things in your own back- Aurora's proud history as an agriculture inno- yard and explore history that is all local to you!" vator, however, will have almost a mini-renais- Sewing the Seeds of Heritage runs at the Aurora sance starting Wednesday with the Sowing the Cultural Centre from Wednesday, July 18 to Seeds of Heritage, a new exhibition due to open at Tuesday, August 28. Admission is free. For more the Aurora Cultural Centre. information, visit www.auroraculturalcentre.ca or The exhibition, the finishing touches for which call 905-713-1818. are being made Tuesday, is an effort of six area historical societies and museums, each members of the York-Durham Association of Museums, including the Aurora Historical Society. FANFAN MANM The exhibition opens on July 18 and will be open from 1 - 4 p.m. in the Aurora Room. A launch Sending your teen to us reception, featuring a "dousing" demonstration ORDER YOUR will be the official kickoff at 2 p.m. on Saturday. Aurora's portion of this joint project is a team for 4 days this summer effort with the Richmond Hill Heritage Centre on COTTAGECOTTTAAGE FFANSAANS NOW!!NOW!! creating a farming vignette. To people familiar with Aurora's farming history, you don't need to be told that a Fleury Plough, an innovative piece of could save their life. farming machinery invented right here in Town at the turn of the last century, will be a centrepiece c of the farming vignette. Completing the scene are materials such as wagon wheels and barn doors from Richmond Hill. JULY 28 "We're pulling together material from our respective collections to speak about farming and TrendyTrendy CCottageotttage FFansans agriculture in the area," said Catherine Richards, 4 SATURDAYS curator of the AHS. "We've got a Fleury Plugh, a ( IntroducingIntroducing LLavieavie bbyy Design InInteriorsteriors cutter, a wheelbarrow, and potentially some other ancillary items, but those are the main ones. PhonePhone for an AAppointmentppointment They're not tiny artefacts! Tuesday,Tuesday, Wednesday & Saturday 10am toto 5pm "I hope [people who come] learn something new Thursdayy & FridayF y 10 - 6 not only about the information that is on display www.thefanman.cawww.thefath fanman.ca for each artefact, but also our neighbouring sites. We think this is just such a great opportunity to 905-841-2832905-841-2832 get a taste of other local museums and local sites 905-726-4132 220 IndustrialIndustriaal PPkwy.kwy. S

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Vol.12No.36 905-727-3300 theauroran.com FREE Week of July 17, 2012 Athletes bound for Ireland in Ultimate Frisbee By Kevin Michie Ultimate careers while to Ireland next month. letic and they will run at Aurora High School. Both men noted while you into the ground. We Two Aurora natives Meron followed in his speaking with The all need to work on our will be heading to older siblings' footsteps Auroran that the inter- fitness." Ireland next month to and joined the Ultimate national playing field is Meron and Kerezi take on the best the team in Grade Nine. much stronger and more both noted that heading world has to offer in ulti- Kerezi followed suit the physical, therefore the into the Ultimate tourna- mate frisbee. following year. In their experience gained from ment, there are two pow- Jaret Meron and Grade 12 year, the two university will play erhouse teams expected Andrew Kerezi will be led the high school right into how the to do well. One is their heading to Dublin as to a York Region Canadian coaches want Canadian team and the part of the U19 Canadian Championship. them to compete. other is the United Junior Men's Ultimate The success at Aurora Despite the added States. Team as part of a 21 High led to the experience from their "We don't really con- member team. University of Guelph first year in men's sider many of the teams "It's definitely the best where both men just Ultimate, both Guelph a threat," said Kerezi, feeling I've had in my life completed their first students noted that they adding that countries when it comes to compet- year of studies, and will be needing to visit like Great Britain and itive sports," said Meron. their inaugural Ultimate the gym on regular occa- Australia will be a tough Kerezi added: "It's a university season. sion to bulk up and matchup. "It's definitely pretty cool experience University Ultimate is improve their overall going to be close between meeting all the other different from the high fitness. us and the States." players from around the school sport in a variety "The biggest thing as The Canadian team Andrew Kerezi and Jaret Meron are heading to Dublin country and it's just a of ways, including the Team Canada we're will be flying out to the as part of Canada’s Ultimate Frisbee team. great opportunity I look fact that the games are going to need to really rolling hills of Ireland forward to." single gender whereas work on to compete with on August 8 and will stay Meron and Kerezi high school has mixed the best is just our fit- until the 20th, playing Jays back on track as have been friends since teams. ness," explained Meron. nine round-robin games- their early school days at "In high school they're "This year we really have before heading into the playoffs approach Lester B. Pearson trying to develop players an incredibly skilled medal round. Elementary School and but once you get into group of players, but to While this is a is By Kevin Michie a record of 3-7 in their they have been athleti- university, it's all the top take on the [the best a first time experience previous ten games, and cally active throughout. players from high teams], we need to be at for both men, their The Aurora Jays sen- were falling fast out of Both played in the school, so they know the the peak in our fitness." expectations remain ior men's baseball team the top of the standings. Aurora Minor Hockey game [really well]," said "Jaret is a lanky guy, high as they venture into has turned themselves With an 8-6 win over Association, alongside Kerezi, explaining the he definitely needs to the pinnacle of Ultimate around at just the right Orillia, however, the club several other sports differences. bulk up," laughed Kerezi. Frisbee. time. may have righted the around Town while The level of physicali- "But I do too though. We "I expect to go hard, Entering play last ship. growing up. ty, however, could help need to work on fitness. give it my best, and I Tuesday against the then- The club scored four The two young men both students in a big Those guys are often expect to us bring home second place Orillia runs in the bottom of the commenced their way when they head out really big and really ath- gold," says Kerezi. Majors, the Jays had Continued on page 14

Ross Jones of Aw! Shucks restaurant and Ron Weese, President of Sport Aurora, teamed up for a CHITTLE HOCKEYHOCKE KEY ACADEMY golf tournament last week raising money for Sport SUMMER CAMPS Aurora’s All Kids Can Play program. The new initia- AUGUST 13 - 17 tive from the athletic HALF DDAYAY CAMPS body goes towards ensur- Ages 10 - 14 9 am - 1 pm ing all kids in Aurora have Ages 7 - 9 10 am - 2 pm a chance to play their $260.00 HST INCLUDED sport of choice, regardless of family income and AUGUSTT 20 - 24 personal circumstances. The tournament raised Ages 10 - 14 9 am - 1111 am $6,200. Ages 6 - 9 1111 am - 1 pm $200.00 HST INCLUDED Auroran photo by Diane Buchanan Please phone e Len/Janine 905-939-79629-7962 wwwww.chittlehockey.comw.chittlehockehockey.com

PROUDLY SUPPORTING LOCAL SPORTS THE AURORAN, Tuesday, July 17, 2012 Page 13 Rejected tennis plans could get new life

By Brock Weir such as Concerts in the Park, Community Tennis Club, position. We have received the occasion - The Fleury identified in surveys and and even the Aurora Jazz when questioned recently by Trillium Grants in the past Plough House, in tribute to conforms with the goals of Plans for a new covered Festival. Councillor Wendy Gaertner, and it is a question at times the story behind the family the [Aurora Parks and tennis facility in Aurora are Spearheaded as a public- who sits on the Town's Parks as to their rationale of it, but behind the park's name. Recreation] Master Plan." still forging ahead, despite a private partnership by the and Recreation Committee, that is the reality of it." "The model has evolved Mr. McKinnon asked funding rejection from the Aurora Community Tennis on the status of their applica- Despite the rejection from over the past two years from Council to ask staff to inves- Ontario Trillium Club, with an investment tion. the Ontario Trillium an open-sided tent or fabric tigate the feasibility of work- Foundation. from Terry Redvers, the man The committee had previ- Foundation, the Aurora structure to an open-sided ing with the Club, its board of Councillors will consider behind the Aurora Sports ously recommended that Community Tennis Club is steel structure," said Mr. directors, and other compa- beginning a study next Dome, the plan was to initial- Council support the Club's still planning on getting McKinnon. "In both, the key nies that might be taking month that could push the ly petition the Trillium Trillium application, which backing, this time from the was to have open sides to part in the solar panel co-op project for an all-weather ten- Foundation for $125,000 to it duly did in the late winter. municipality, for a public pri- allow the unobstructed flow in making the project a reali- nis facility at Fleury Park for- construct two new tennis "The Trillium vate partnership - and, this of flood water should a del- ty. ward by at least a step. This courts (for a total of six) and Foundation sees this as out- time, as something to coin- uge occur in the Fleury Park "It is multi-level, there are comes from a motion from moving existing floodlights side their purview and sees cide with Aurora's sesqui- Flood Plain. many dynamic issues to this Councillor John Gallo, to another location. With this as a municipal initiative, centennial. And consult your "We now recognize the and we welcome the opportu- which will be tabled this those out of the way, the con- so it is likely we overstepped program - the project, is merit of a public only option. nity to moving forward with week. struction could then begin. what they believe is their going to get a new name for This option addresses issues the Town's participation." Councillor Gallo calls on The proposed building Council to authorise staff in would also come equipped going ahead with a feasibility with rooftop solar panels that study with the Aurora could be sponsored by com- Community Tennis Club on munity groups allowing working together on the pos- them to generate power and sibility of "a multi-use, all reap the financial rewards of seasons public facility" at the feeding power back into the park so it can be discussed as grid. part of the 2013 Budget Tennis would be open to Process this fall. the public in the summer If the project comes to months, but over the winter fruition, a steel structure will there would be a user fee, be built over the existing ten- similar to the sports dome. nis courts in Fleury Park to "We were not successful create an all-weather multi- with receiving the Trillium purpose facility, which could Grant," said Brent also be used for Town events McKinnon of the Aurora

Members of the Aurora Youth Soccer Club put on their western duds earlier this month at the official kick-off of the 2012 Magna Wild West Hoedown campaign. Auroran photo by David Falconer Soccer club to use Hoedown funds to help special needs players

By Brock Weir and what we find is we can't contain the program just to Budding soccer stars with smaller age groups," said special needs will soon have Louise Dyer of the AYSC. more opportunities than ever "We have ages from five to 20 to take the field after next and they love each other, they month's Wild West Hoedown. enjoy each other's company, The annual charity event and they don't care that there hosted by Magna is a 15 year age difference International has selected 20 when you are in a special local charities from York needs situation. Region to share in the pro- "The interesting scenario ceeds of the fundraising is that we have a lot of people party, including the Aurora coming in from outside Youth Soccer Club. Aurora into that program The Aurora Youth Soccer because I think it just tells Club (AYSC), through the you that the Special Needs money they raise and receive programs are in such high during the rest of this demand. It's not just in Howdown campaign, will Aurora but all over." expand the operations for With the Hoedown pro- their already very successful ceeds, Ms. Dyer said the Aurora Stinger Stars team, AYSC program hopes to have which practices over the further opportunities to give summer at Sheppard's Bush. special needs kids in Aurora The Stinger Stars is a spe- and York Region a chance to cial program under the AYSC play, but said they would like which allows soccer players to see other sports groups in with developmental disabili- the Region also increase ties to hit the field running their capacity to provide pro- and play enthusiastic soccer grams for special needs kids matches with their peers, because evidently the need is coaches, and volunteers. out there. "It is extremely popular Continued on page 16 Page 14 THE AURORAN, Tuesday, July 17, 2012

Jays start week with Knights CROSSWORD PUZZLE

From Page 12 a key priority for the club. sixth inning - with two out - to seal the Aurora will be facing a very difficult deal. final set of games at home, however, as "It all kind of came together really they take on the top four teams in the well," said coach Rob Wilson on the league: New Lowell, the Bolton Brewers, Orillia game. "Everything was rolling Creemore Braves, Clearview Orioles, the way it needed to be. To get that win and starting with first place New Lowell after we've been struggling means a lot on Tuesday. to the ball club." "We will approach [these games] the Ian Milne pitched a strong six same as we would approach those teams innings of work for the Jays, while in the middle of the season," said Chris Rettie pitched a scoreless seventh Wilson. "We know they will be tough inning to pick up the save. Brothers Ian games but we know we can beat those and Chris Rettie picked up two hits each teams, it's not like we've never had suc- for the Jays, while Jake Pinnegar was cess against them." able to reach base in all four of his plate The Jays have certainly had success appearances. against New Lowell this season, as in Aurora brought the success and their only other meeting of the season momentum from the Orillia game to the Jays were able to hand the Knights their date with the Clearview Orioles on one of their four losses on the season Wednesday night and managed to use with a 5-3 defeat on May 27. both to muster out a 7-1 victory. Aurora sits in sixth place heading Brent Owen tossed a gem for the ball into action this week, but are just two- club, while Rettie and Ted Beadle went a and-a-half games back of first place, so combined eight for eight en route to the jumping ahead into the top of the stand- victory. ings is certainly not out of the question. A Sunday game scheduled with If the ball club is to make their climb, Angus was rained out and has not been they must continue to receive strong rescheduled. starting pitching from their top three The club now has five games remain- hurlers, Ian Rettie, Ian Milne, and ing on their regular season schedule, Owen, while also receiving strong including four home games which contributions from back-enders Zach Wilson believes will be extremely bene- Wiseman and Andrew Bukovec. ficial to the club in their fight for a high First pitch against the Knights is playoff spot. scheduled for 7.30 p.m. at Lambert "It's very important, as the season is Willson with either Milne or I. Rettie kind of gone by, we've really, really had a getting the start on the hill for the Jays. lot of success at home," noted Wilson. "Having this home stand is a little ace "To be able to play host really helps us in the hole for us," said Wilson, analyz- out." ing the final few games. "In terms of The Jays have a record of 8-1 at how we're preparing, we defiantly Lambert Willson Park this season, so understand the significance [and] we their push for a top four seed in the just need to keep the screws a little bit standings - and, in turn, home field tighter as we prepare and get ready for advantage in at least the first round - is those games." Contributing is Canadian way: Koffler

From page 11 chairmanship from the company at not be developed." the standard age of 65 when the "I just think it is part of the chain was at approximately 700 and Canadian culture that if you do well he credits the continued growth of - and we have done extremely well the chain to the number of "very with Shoppers Drug Mart and vari- astute and bright" individuals that ous things and we're very much have carried on his role. involved with the university and the A key to the success, he said, was hospital - you do it and it has given the philosophy of considering us a great deal of satisfaction and Shoppers Drug Mart pharmacists as pleasure," said Mr. Koffler. associates in the business, an idea "It's not a matter of giving back, which originated with him. although we are involved in a "That caught on in giving an indi- tremendous amount of things. I'm vidual pharmacist a business and we just gratified to have had a very suc- did the financing," he said. "We did- cessful career." n't ask them for any funding. We Some might think even calling it were really giving pharmacists the "a very successful career" is a bit of opportunity to own their own busi- an understatement. Mr. Koffler built nesses so we had everybody seeking an undisputed empire of pharma- me and that's how we developed. cies, starting out with one humble "It has been a beautiful story." store at Bathurst and St. Clair, and For more information on the AHS growing it to over 1,250 stores. Now and the Hillary House Ball, call 905- 88, Mr. Koffler retired from an active 727-8991. Mayor: A case of fairness Last Week’s Puzzle Solution From page 7 representative, it will go a long way to creat- combined. These areas have one person - the ing a more equitable system. Mayor - representing their constituent It is only fair. interests. Should personal or professional In my last article, I mentioned the many obligations keep a Markham Regional events I am able to attend as mayor. I was Councillor away from Regional Council very pleased to see so many people at our meetings, he or she has colleagues to repre- recent Canada Day celebration. With great sent their community. This is not the case events for people of all ages, not even a few with the smaller communities, including technical glitches with our fireworks dis- Aurora. play were enough to dampen spirits. People Should I be called away from Regional were having a wonderful time and it was a business, there is no one to speak for our pleasure to be part of that positive commu- community. I find this troubling. nity spirit. Many thanks go to our staff, who I have raised this issue with York Region did a superb job organizing the events. Chairman Bill Fisch since I become mayor I also had the opportunity to speak at the in 2010. It is why I recently seconded a recent media launch of the Magna "Wild, motion by Whitchurch-Stouffville Mayor Wild West" Hoedown. This annual event Wayne Emmerson to consider additional will take place on September 15 and is representation for York Region's smaller always a fantastic venue for entertainment. communities. I hope to see a great turnout in September! It is a tricky issue to manage. There are My monthly article will not appear in costs to consider as well as balancing inter- August, as I am taking some much antici- ests evenly across our Region. At the very pated time away with my family. Best least, if Regional Council considers the use wishes to all residents a wonderful of alternates for communities with only one summer! THE AURORAN, Tuesday, July 17, 2012 Page 15 Groups requests Town Park designation

By Brock Weir Ms. Morton Leonard. "It would get out there to everybody what the correct histo- Residents of the Wells Street area are ry of the park is so that we would have leading the charge to have Aurora's his- stop having all these rumours and what toric Town Park become a specially desig- activities could go on in the park and what nated heritage area. couldn't go on in the park. This is getting The project is being spearheaded by kind of boring. Every year it seems the H.E.A.T. (Heritage East Aurora to come up with somebody. Let's Taxpayers), who submitted their request know exactly." to Aurora's Heritage Advisory Committee The "rumours" she is referring to is the for their meeting last week. ongoing concerns that some Councillors Although Town Park is currently have, particularly Councillor Evelyn being studied as a landmark within the Buck, with continued plans to fence off potential Southeast Old Aurora Heritage much of Town Park for the upcoming Conservation District, an ongoing project Aurora jazz+ Festival, which will be held which could lead to the establishment of a August 3 - 5. In heated discussions sur- second heritage district in Town, the rounding the Festival which crop up neighbours want the Town to go the extra whenever it is up to the Town to address mile. the issue of the park, the Councillor In their correspondence, the group argues that public parks such as this said that the park in question is the best should not be fenced and that everyone known in Aurora and despite its "exten- should have access to it. sive history, it is not well documented or But, according to Ms. Morton Leonard, fully known." if the "record" is "set straight", it would be "We were quite surprised to learn that evident that the precedent has already our beloved historical Town Park, the been set for fencing the park, and not just Town-owned property forming the core of for the Aurora Jazz Fest. our neighbourhood has not been designat- "I don't think anybody realises that the ed heritage," said H.E.A.T. in their letter. Farmers' Market that we have now is not "The Wells Street Neighbours would like the first Farmers' Market," she said. to remedy this situation by applying for "Originally when the property was pur- heritage designation through the Ontario chased by the Town, it was for the purpos- Heritage Trust as soon as possible. es of having a market. Of course, there is "Town Park has been Aurora's meeting such a huge history about the Horse Show place for generations. From a friendly and the fact it had reached national pro- pick-up game of baseball, to tournaments portions. We have pictures showing a for both baseball and children's soccer, the picket fence around the entire park. How annual Horse Show, the Queen's York it links to the horse show is that [towards Ranger marshalling in the park to go off the horse show] they would put boards to war, Farmers' Market of yore to present across the bottom so that people couldn't day, Music in the Park Sundays...[and] the wiggle in, so that would suggest it is a Aurora Festival of the Arts chair Sher St. Kitts (top) and her husband George St. Aurora jazz+ Festival...our Town Park has gated event. With the Jazz Festival and all Kitts kept things rolling Sunday night at a special kick-off event for the 2012 Aurora witnessed it all." the years people have complained about it Jazz+ Festival at Jonathan’s restaurant. The evening featured performances from Although the request did not pick up being a gated event, well, it's not the first. steam around the table at Monday's It seems like the Horse Show was the first Mr. St. Kitts and other local musicians, a silent auction, the debut of the “Who Heritage Advisory Committee (HAC) gated event here. Dunn-It?” gallery, which was sold during the evening, and other merriment. The meeting as they believed everything "These are little things we would like to Jazz+ Fest runs August 3- 5 at Town Park. would already be covered through the have an accurate history so by doing a Auroran photos by David Falconer and Brock Weir potential designation of the area as a designation it would bring all that for- whole, the group is pressing on with the ward." would be a "duplication of issue and taking it upon themselves to When asked, however, if that having all effort" considering it is document the history of the park. this history in hand would be used to already going to be part of Susan Morton Leonard, a spokesper- counter some of the arguments, Ms. a potential heritage dis- son for the Wells Street Neighbours, said Morton Leonard said it would. trict. the group felt it was "appropriate" to "I don't think she can carry on saying "For me, at the end of ensure that the park itself is designated [fencing] has never been done because the meeting, I thought it since it has been a community meeting now there is proof that - yeah, it was. It was appropriate to just • Aurora’s First Choice For Driver Training place since the 19th century, but it is clear just wasn't in your time and you didn't have it included in the reg- 905-713-3733 that the reason the group wants the park take the time to research it. Once it is ular study and go from designated with a complete documenta- there, nobody will have to be researching there," said Councillor •MTOLicenced&ApprovedCourseProvider tion of its past, is just as much political as it the way that we have. It's there for Humfryes. "That's how we Jerry Collins, owner/operator it is a love of heritage. everybody to see and that's what a desig- left it. I don't know if that is www.ontarionewdrivers.ca "One of the reasons is because there is nation we believe will have." ultimately going to change just so much misinformation out there But, according to Councillor Sandra or if someone will bring it that we would like to see the record set Humfryes, chair of HAC, the feeling up again, but now it is in FAMILY LAW LAWYER straight and that was one of the reasons if around the committee table was that hav- the southeast district we asked for separate designation," said ing a separate designation for Town park study." Patrick M. Gaffney Practicing all aspects of Family Law to resolve parenting, support, and property issues arising from Developments compromise trail plans: activist separating families. A practitioner of Collaborative By Brock Weir Aurora's Director of Wehrenberg. wider trail link would F a m i l y Planning states that con- "The problem with this "compromise the depth" of Law – a client controlled, lawyer assisted, out-of-court process Two new developments cerns were raised by one three metre alignment is some of the planned lots. • 1/2 hour free consultation will set a bad precedent individual during the we are setting a precedent "Through the subdivi- • accepts Legal Aid when it comes to ensuring course of public meetings of sorts because we have a sion of six or seven lots it #201 - 16610 Bayview Avenue, Newmarket the future of Aurora's regarding the trails. policy that you endorsed was determined that a PH: 905-953-0023 FX: 905-953-0023 trails. Under the existing in November by accepting three metre link would be e-mail: [email protected] So says Aurora Aurora Trails Master the Trails Master Plan," sufficient." trails advocate Klaus Plan, which was passed he told Councillors at the As for the project along Wehrenberg. last fall, this area would meeting. "If we let one the 404, Mr. Wehrenberg Mr. Wehrenberg made normally be serviced by a landowner get away with said he was dismayed to his feelings known when 6 metre wide trail link three metres then the next find that trails prescribed walrickdisposal.ca the two projects came up along the property, but one is going to come and in the master plan will for approval at the most that was not what was ask us for three metres as now be found along side- Our Service: Mini-Bin Services recent Council meeting. before Councillors. well, so we're then back walks rather than aligned Using Mini-Bin Services is as easy as 1, 2, 3... ArAree Ideal For: The first one was related "Based on the grading into the position where within nature or, at the 1. Call 1-877-782-5865 and speak to one of s(OME"USINESS2ENOVATIONS to a housing development constraints along the the Trails Master Plan is very least, well away from our Service Reps to arrange a day and time for s#ARPET2EMOVAL deliverydelivery.. s9s9ARD7ASTEARD7ASTE on Vandorf Sideroad, and northern limit of the being compromised and the road. s!NDALMOSTANYTHINGELSEYOU the second was works in property and the fact a will continue to be com- "This is not in tune 2. On the day of service one of our Drivers will can think of... come and deliver the Mini-Bin. conjunction with the lat- link was not provided for promised." with what we had tried to 77ECANNOTACCEPTTHEFOLLOWINGECANNOTACCEPTTHEFOLLOWING est Aurora business park on the adjacent property, a Mr. Ramunno, however, achieve," he said. "We are 3. Once you have ﬁlled the Mini-Bin, call and materials in our Mini-Bins: tires, in the Leslie three metre trail block our Driver will come back to pick it up and chemicals,chemicals, solvents, oils and said that discussions were aiming for trail align- take it awayaway.. hazardous waste. If you are Street/Highway 404 provided was agreed upon undertaken between him, ments and here we have unsure please call. It’It’ss That Simple! Corridor. to be sufficient for the pro- Al Downey, Aurora's sidewalks and not trails. For pricing in your area please call Mini-Bins are available for The low density devel- vision of a trail link in Director of Parks and If we set precedents like delivery and pick-up: opment in question is slat- this area," said Mr. Recreation, and the devel- that and take a relatively 1.877.782.JUNK Monday to SaturSaturday:day: ed to go in at 908 Vandorf Ramunno in his report. opers and determined cavalier attitude to our 5865 8 AM to 6 PM Road. It is an application "The link will extend that a three metre trail policies that we just estab- WWee accept VVisaisa & Master Card Our service guarantee for 20 homes with a capac- across the entire northern connection up to 400 feet lished last year, where are Mini-Bin Services guarantees a ity for 66 residents. A limit of the property." would be sufficient for we going with this? Where friendly and professional service by both our Service Reps and report to Council by This, however, did not this area. The developers, are we headed with the Drivers. Marco Ramunno, wash with Mr. he said, argued that a trails master plan?" Page 16 THE AURORAN, Tuesday, July 17, 2012 Trees at the root of Spruce Street complaints

By Brock Weir tion and we haven't lost any No wound dressings or trees based on our construc- pruning paint shall be used Ongoing reconstruction tion practices in recent to cover the ends of each cut on Spruce Street has left years." [and] avoid prolonged expo- some residents seeing red He added that in-house sure of the tree roots during over potential damage to staff are on site daily construction - keep exposed area trees. throughout the project to roots moist and dampened The root of the problem make sure everything is with mulching materials, is the exposure of tree roots done correctly. irrigation, or wrap in in the area, particularly According to the burlap if exposed for longer along the east side of the arborist's report, there were than four hours." street of the middle section a number of trees which Midway through con- of the north-south corridor. were identified to require struction, however, exposed After several complaints to some additional protection, roots, as indicated in the Councillors and indeed to including fencing. photo, were not covered up this paper, the trouble was Disturbance, they said, can and, in some cases, had recently discussed at be minimised by limiting additional gravel from the Council where the Director work and equipment road construction thrown Cut and exposed roots on Spruce Street, such as those in the photo above, are typ- of Infrastructure insisted around trees. It also out- on top of it. ical along the boulevards in the ongoing road reconstruction. that all as well. lined how they were going While some residents are Auroran photo by Brock Weir "I drove along Spruce to handle roots which might seeing red over the root Street because I had heard pose an obstacle to construc- problem, others have point- some comments about how tion. ed out further issues with close some of the excava- The report indicates that the construction. Field availability, costs at issue for AYSC tions were and how tree "where possible", workers "I don't think the tree roots have been sliced off were instructed to "hand dig problem was a result of Continued from page 13 trying to make sure all kids their fields, an issue which within 15 inches of the areas closest to each tree to them cutting the roots," said "We'll be able to expand in the club have time on local they say has become difficult trunk," said Councillor prevent any unnecessary one resident. "We were the program, offer it all year sports fields. to address with a shortage of Evelyn Buck. "I was tearing or pulling of roots. watching them one day in round and not have to limit it "Most of our initiatives sports fields in Aurora to appalled at how much and "Removal of roots that front of our house and it to just the summer," said Ms. and efforts are towards the meet their needs. how close. I can't see how are greater than 2.5 cm in was the diesel exhaust that Dyer. "The time [at the actual development pro- "The capacity lies with the trees are ever going to be diameter or roots that are was coming out and it was a Aurora Sports Dome] is grams, whether it is for how many fields we actually the same again with the way injured or diseased should matter of days later that the probably the most expensive house league, whether it is have," she said. "If you look their roots have been sliced be performed as follows: branches and the leaves thing from a field perspec- for special needs, which is at the number of fields per off within the road Preserve the root bark around that area shrivelled tive that we have to pay for, so near and dear to our hears, player compared to the other allowance." ridge. Directional root prun- up and died. They probably it limits the ability to offer but it could also be for the sports we're very underuti- Everything, however, has ing is the recommended could have taken better care something for free when it is rep programs and the devel- lized and we want to build been done by the book and technique and should be because they are parking held indoors. opment of soccer for kids so that back up again. It takes done in accordance with employed during hand exca- under the trees, which is my "The more revenue they can become better at space, it takes land and that arbourists' recommenda- vation around tree roots. assessment. financing and funding that something, they can feel type of thing, but we have tions, according to director Roots are similar to branch- "I'm not an arborist but I we get, the better the oppor- good about themselves, and been waiting for additional Ilmar Simanovskis. es in their response to prun- have seen where roots have tunity we get to add that pro- become part of a larger com- fields and I think it is time "What you see on Spruce ing practices. [Here] objec- been cut before and it hasn't gram free over the coming munity. that we stepped that up a bit. Street this year is what we tionable and severely killed the trees. I don't think years." "[Soccer ] is one of the That is definitely a priority." have done on other proj- injured roots are properly there is any way they could Special needs players, most popular sports in Now, until they sell out, ects," said Mr. Simanovskis. cut to a lateral root that is have avoided it, not to however, will not be the only Aurora and we want to groups such as the Aurora "The period of construction growing downward or in a defend them for doing it, but focus for money gained encourage our community Youth Soccer Club will be is for a fairly short duration. favourable direction. I don't think they could have through Hoedown. The to be a part of that." selling event tickets and tick- We've worked closely with "All roots needing to be avoided it because the trees money will also go towards That being said, in order ets for the Prospectors' Raffle the Parks Department to pruned or removed shall be were planted in the boule- expanding programs to make that happen, the on September 15. For more address issues that might cut cleanly with sharp hand vard close to the street to throughout the AYSC's man- AYSC needs to address information, visit www.hoe- arise during the construc- tools by a certified arborist. begin with." date in the community and issues of player capacity on down.ca. THE AURORAN CLASSIFIEDS THE AURORAN, TUESdAy, JULy 17, 2012 Deadline: Sunday at 1 p.m., week of publication 905-727-3300 Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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To stay hydrated, North), Monday to Friday York Region has released fade away, the damage done drink plenty of cool liquids, from 5.45 a.m. to 10 p.m. and five key ways to beat the heat to skin cells builds up with especially water, before feel- weekends from 8 a.m. to 5 and play it safe. each exposure. ing thirsty. Also, limit caf- p.m. Call 905-841-7529 for “While enjoying the sun- • Protect yourself from feinated or alcoholic bever- info. shine with family and extreme heat – York Region ages, as this might increase Just want to cool off? friends this summer, it is issues heat advisories relat- your risk of becoming Drop by Town Hall, at 100 important to be mindful of ing to extreme tempera- dehydrated. John West Way, Monday to the negative health effects of tures and humidity in the The Town of Aurora has Friday from 8.30 a.m. to 4.30 too much sun,” according to area. Extreme heat can also opened cooling stations p.m. the Region of York. cause heat-related illness and Centres and outdoor Want to make a splash These five tips are: and everyone is at risk. splash pads to help resi- this summer? Visit the • Reduce exposure when Warning signs of heat relat- dents stay cool: splash pads at Town Park sun is strongest – Playing ed illness can include dizzi- Swim the sun away at: (Wells and Mosley) and Ada Alexandra Logozzo, pictured above outside her home outside can be fun, however ness, headache, nausea or Stronach Aurora Johnson Park (Hartwell it can also increase exposure while preparing for a trip to Carleton University last vomiting, weakness and Recreation Complex (1400 Way and Conover) seven to ultra violet (UV) rays from confusion. If you experi- Wellington Street East), days a week from 9 a.m. to 9 week, received a Give Back Award. the sun. The UV rays from ence any of these symp- Monday to Friday from 7.30 p.m. Auroran photo by Diane Buchanan the sun are strongest between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. and residents should reduce Cardinal Carter grad’s goal sun exposure during this time. To check the local UV index, visit Environment is to help troubled youth Canada at www.ec.gc.ca/UV • Lather up and cover up – By Brock Weir Protect your skin from UV rays by applying a sunscreen Cardinal Carter Catholic High School student with an SPF 30 or higher. Alexandra Logozzo had the benefits of giving back to This should be applied at her community brought home to her from an early age. least 20 minutes before going It is these lessons that will stand Alexandra in good outside and reapplied every stead as the Carter graduate embarks on a new chapter two hours and after swim- of her life this fall studying criminology at Ottawa's ming and sweating. Babies Carleton University. under the age of six months Before her departure, however, she got a return on should not wear sunscreen some of her personal investment in the community in and babies under one year the form of a $500 Give Back Award. should not be exposed to The Give Back Award, which is now administered by direct sunlight. • Beware of sunburn – Home Sweet Home: Construction work has begun on the future site of the Petch Neighbourhood Network, a division of Magna for the House. Digging commenced last week at the entrance of the Aurora Community Community, was started by Belinda Stronach, the Two or more sunburns dur- Network's founder, in 2004. At the time of the founding, ing childhood can double the Arboretum which will be the new home of the re-assembled historic log building. Ms. Stronach was MP for Newmarket-Aurora, and from risk of developing skin can- The house will be rebuilt atop a concrete slab. Auroran photo by Brock Weir that point, the money received as salary for her services as the area's representative in the House of Commons went to the establishment of this scholarship fund. Since then, two students - typically one male and one female - from each secondary school in Aurora and Newmarket - have received the awards. The 16 winners for 2012 were selected based on "the exceptional contri- THE ARTART OF butions they have made to their fellow students and citizens by donating countless hours of volunteer work back to Aurora, East Gwillimbury, and Newmarket," according to organizers. "I was really excited," said Alexandra. "I can't believe I got this award. I never win anything, but I went for it THE CRAFTCRAFT.. anyway." Although in its eighth year, this is the first year of a new format for the awards. Instead of students being nominated by the schools themselves, this year students had to take the initiative and apply for them on their own. Evidently it was a successful shift, and so too was Alexandra's work in the community. Organizers of the Give Back Award saluted Alexandra for her volunteer work with the Aurora Food Pantry and the Newmarket Winter Fair. She has also been an active volunteer in the Newmarket Santa Claus Parade and in Toronto's Caribana Festival. While she said each of these activities provided her with valuable experiences and a good way to give back, she said volunteering with the Aurora Food Pantry was most rewarding. "I was put into the Metro at Henderson and people would walk in to do their shopping and I would give them a paper bag to buy non-perishable food for the Food Pantry," said Alexandra. "On their way out, they would give me the full bag and it would go to them. "With the [other activities] I can see how it can be giving back, but here for sure I know my job asking people to donate food is actually going to help someone. With the parades and stuff I can see the smiles on kids' faces, which is great, but this food is actually helping people in need. "If you do good, then good will come back to you." It is this philosophy that she is taking with her to Carleton where she hopes a degree in criminology, a noted program at the University, will lead her to a career as a youth probation officer. She said her volunteer work in the community will enable her to see both sides of the coin when she is working with troubled youth and helping them get their lives back on track. "It helps you see the other side of it that things don't AVAILABLE AT YOUR LOCAL LCBO always have to be bad," she said. "There can be a lot of good through giving back. It makes people feel good and then it makes you feel good as well." HOCKLEYBEER.CA THE AURORAN, Tuesday, July 17, 2012 Page 19 Know Your Merchants Contest 1 2 3 4 5 6 Play for 6 weeks for a chance to win $250*

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