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Aurora’s Independent Community Newspaper Vol. 10 No. 25 905-727-3300 auroran.com FREE Week of April 13, 2010 Aurora wards? No comment Public interest in putting the interest amongst this group pres- ward question on the October 25 ent this evening," said Councillor ballot might be waning, if last Evelyn Buck who chaired the Tuesday's General Committee General Committee meeting. meeting was any indication. "One factor that plays a part in The committee doubled as a meeting attendance is that most Statutory Town Hall Meeting on people have busy lives with many the question, the second step in competing priorities," said Jason Aurora's three-step process to Ballantyne, Aurora's Manager of gauge public interest in council Corporate Communications. pursuing a ward system. "Electoral reform doesn't seem to The meeting was slated to be typically get many people the opportunity for councillors to engaged, not just here in Aurora, They were all there thursday night as the new Aurora Cultural Centre held its official opening. hear directly from residents but elsewhere. I took a cursory The Aurora mayor, Aurora councillors, the riding’s member of parliament, member of provin- either supporting the implemen- look at other jurisdictions where cial parliament, and a representative from Ontario Heritage Trust, all joined together as the tation of a ward system or main- electoral reform has come up for historic Church Street School started a new phase of its 100 plus year life. But editor Ron taining the current "at large" sys- discussion, including the UK, the Wallace has a question about the location and you can find it on Page 4. tem. US, Manitoba and BC. The Not one resident on either shared experience seems to be Auroran photo by David Falconer side of the debate stepped up to one of voter disinterest." the podium despite some atten- The final step of public consul- dees of the previous week's pub- tation will be at a Special General lic meeting on the ward system Committee meeting April 20. Old school opens sitting in the audience. If council decides to put the "I don't see anyone rushing to ward system question on the bal- the microphones, so I think we lot, the required bylaw would as a new centre can assume there is a lack of need to be passed by April 27. After years of development, The grand opening, presided attracted members of Aurora's The Petch House consultation, renovation, and over by Mayor Phyllis Morris and arts, culture, and civic communi- restoration, the Church Street Aurora councillors, Newmarket- ties, and the community at large School officially opened its doors Aurora Member of Parliament Lois all wanting to take in what has may live after all Thursday night. Brown, and MPP Frank Klees, been described as the "jewel in the crown" of Aurora's heritage. Aurora's Petch House may be some wanted to completely restore The Centre's Brevik Hall on the granted a new lease on life after it for office and storage use, and second floor was filled to near- Council voted last week to open up there were also calls to preserve a Horvath gone capacity not just to hear speeches its rebuilding and restoration to section of the building as a public Long-time Town of Aurora it would be premature to comment from dignitaries but to take in the competing bids. monument. Employee Peter Horvath is out of a job. further on the matter. music made by internationally rec- The move to proceed with a "Due to the deteriorated physi- The 19-year Town employee's stint Although a call was placed to ognized pianist Elizabeth Request for Proposal (RFP) comes cal condition of the Petch Log as the Municipality's Manager of Mayor Phyllis Morris, Jason Schumann as she took to the after prolonged debate on the House, the limited available funds Operations Services came to an end Ballantyne, Aurora's Manager of Centre's brand-new showpiece future of the building with some for restoration, the high historical on March 29, he confirmed to The Corporate Communications, said it grand piano. calling for its demolition. significance of the house to Aurora Auroran. would be "inappropriate for the mayor "When you look at today's Others looked to dismantle the and York Region and to significant But due to the fact Mr. Horvath is or anyone else on staff to speak publi- music, art, and literature, what house for heritage material to local interest in saving it; staff rec- seeking counsel on the issue, he said cally about an internal staff matter." Please see page 17 incorporate into existing buildings, Please see page 20 2 - THE AURORAN, Week of April 13, 2010 COMING EVENTS CONTINUING 1.30 p.m. weekly. looking for volunteers to assist with the activities in its Currently on display at the Colleen Abbott Gallery, * * * * Adult Day Program. The positions call for a commitment located on the second floor of the Aurora Public Library, The York Regional Police Male Chorus is looking for of a few hours a week at its Aurora location. Various is an exhibit of paintings by Aurora’s Philippa Hajdu. The new members. You do not have to be a police officer nor times are available. Call Christine at 905-713-3494. paintings are selections from the artist’s self-portrait are you required to read music to volunteer. The group * * * * series and her novel series inspired by the works of rehearses Monday evenings between 7.30 and 9.30 p.m. Every Wednesday from 6.30 to 8 p.m. the Pioneer James Lee Burke and Janet Evanovitch. This exhibit will For further information, contact the chorus supervisor at Club for boys and girls, age three to Grade 4 and the run through May 30. 905-727-9676 or the coordinator of volunteer services Junior High Club for boys and girls, Grades 5 to 8, will be * * * * for YRP at 905-830-0303, extension 6717. held at the Aurora Cornerstone Church, 390 Industrial A selection of landscape works from the collection of * * * * Parkway South. For more information call 905-841-8884. Albert Chiarandini will be on display at the Aurora Aurora’s Air Cadets meet every Tuesday night at * * * * Cultural Centre starting Saturday, April 10th. Cardinal Carter School from 6.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m., and A drop-in centre will operate every Wednesday at the Chiarandini, born in Udine, Italy, in 1915 was a prolific offer a program for 12 years and older boys and girls. Community Bible Church on Bathurst Street just south of painter until his death in December 2007. The display will * * * * Henderson from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information e- continue until May 1 Aurora Opera Children’s Chorus welcomes treble mail Judy Hoffmann [email protected]. * * * * voices. It is a choir dedicated to nurturing and providing * * * * Alateen meets every Sunday at 8 p.m. at St. Andrew's opportunities for children to express their musical abili- Scottish Country Dancing on Tuesday evenings at Presbyterian Church, corner of Victoria and Mosley ties. The chorus is open to boys and girls ages 5-17. 8.15 p.m. at the Aurora Heights Public School and on Streets. Al-Anon meets every Tuesday at 8 p.m. at the Contact the general director at [email protected] Friday mornings at St. Andrews' Presbyterian Church Aurora United Church on Yonge Street. For more infor- * * * * beginning at 10.30 a.m. No partners are needed and mation go to al-anon.alateen.on.ca. Community Home Assistance to Seniors (CHATS) is Please see page 22 * * * * The Aurora Garden & Horticultural Society meets on the fourth Wednesday of every month at 8 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion, 105 Industrial Parkway North in Aurora. Visitors are welcome for only $2. For more infor- mation call Ray at 905-727-6168. On May 26th, Master Gardener from Brantford, Nancy Lee-Colibaba, will speak on Gardening for Health. * * * * York Highlands Chorus is an award-winning a cappel- la Sweet Adelines chorus, a group of women who gather Tuesday evenings at the Old Firehall, Newmarket, to sing, share in the harmony of friendship and learn the barbershop art form. York Highlands is always looking for new women who share the love of a cappella music. Call Karen at 905-726-2113 or Vikki at informa- [email protected]. * * * * The Upper Canada Chordsmen, Aurora-Newmarket’s award winning chorus, is looking for male singers. The group meets every Wednesday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Old Firehall, 140 Main Street South, in Newmarket . * * * * The Optimist Club of Aurora meets the first Wednesday of each month at the Aurora Legion. New members are welcome. Call 905-727-5012 for more information. * * * * The Aurora Lions Club meets the second and fourth Thursdays at the Aurora Lions Hall, corner of Mosley and Victoria Streets, Co-ed club welcomes new members. For further information, call 905-727-6079. * * * * Every Thursday, Martha's Table serves home-made soup, sandwiches, and dessert in St. Andrew's Hall at the Presbyterian Church, corner of Mosley and Victoria Street. Cost is minimal, and the volunteer-run program enabled the church to give more than $5,000 to local charities in 2008 alone. You can enjoy lunch, conversa- tion, and a sense of community between 11.30 a.m. and Art Aurora 2010 The Aurora Art Show & Sale

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By RON WALLACE Where do you park? Before I even try to explain the photo at the bottom of this column, let me tell you about last Thursday night. I, and Patricia, attended the opening of the new (well, it’s Church Street School, so how “new” can it be?) Aurora Cultural Centre. When I put the brakes on this project several years ago, I guess I wasn’t really sure what I was talking about, but I proved myself to be right Thursday night. Church Street School, okay, the Aurora Cultural Centre, needs more parking. Because, even though the event was well attended, the building was not near capacity and parking outside was at a premium. Now I have a blue, “disabled” sticker in the windshield of my car (that’s another story) so I was able to find a place to park in front of the old library on Victoria Street, next to the old firehall. Both those buildings need to disappear and parking must be pro- vided there. Perhaps even a smaller version of the multi-story parking GO Transit has constructed near the railway station. And the Town could It’s hard to believe that when this photo was taken, seven people were absent. Minus the absentees, this make money with such a project. is the 1960-61 membership of Aurora High School’s (Dr. G.W. Williams Secondary School) Glee Club. Because if the Cultural Centre takes off, like I think everyone thinks Members included, front row, left to right, Jutta Fohrenkamm, Judy Dalrymple, Margaret Black (today’s it will, and becomes a “destination”, there needs to be a place to park your car. Or a bus. Or whatever, mayor of King Township), Sue Hiscocks and Helen Nidd. In the second row, left to right, are Lynn And, right now, there isn’t. Maynard, Gloria Downing, Jackie Wrixon, Melody Kilcup, Ria Enhoarn, Sheila Belfry, Ethel Mason, Nancy Now, normally, I’d be the last person on earth to suggest the old Greensides, Valarie Patterson and Denise Heaps. In the third row, left to right, are Barbara Brown, Joy library on Victoria Street be demolished, but I’m not sure what it’s prov- Inglis, Virginia Moddle, Dianne Logue, Penny Parmenter, Iuadelle Sudehko, Dorothy Carleton, Marion ing by staying there. Orr, Sandra Foster, Irene Heacock, Kathleen Orr, Jackie Anderson, Joan Flucker and Donna Brown. In The building, a gift to the Town from its citizens during Centennial the back row, left to right, are Steve Barber, Bruce Marchant, Bud Dunlop, David Troyer, Michael Troyer, celebrations in 1963, is falling apart and will probably fall down soon Gary McLaughlin, Don Gordon, Dave Moore, Brian Peter, Barry Wallace, Paul Rollinson, Scott Moddle anyway. and Doug Routledge. The absentees include Elizabeth Black, Sandra Cane, Nan Funke, Gail Patrick, It would cost a fortune to make it habitable again, and since the Nancy White, Doreen Hardie and Bob Fry. senior citizens, wise that they are, decided against moving there a number of years ago, there is little hope for the structure’s future, except that it must be torn down. Letter to the Editor The problem, of course, is the success of Aurora’s new library at the corner of Yonge and Church, which is attracting all sorts of peo- ple...who drive their cars and fill all the spots. Throw a Cultural Centre activity into the mix and you have chaos. Appointments didn’t include us I first got involved with the Church Street School back in the spring of 1969 when the newly formed York County Board of Education To the editor, Committee, member of of the posting however is mayor's concept of lead- decided the dollar a year rent was in their budget and the site became the Historical Society, how a corporate ership, inclusion and headquarters for new education system. Last week, the mayor retired high school resource, the town's web- ensuring all councillors’ I recall their first budget came in at about $25 million, sending shiv- circulated an e-mail list of teacher and deputy site, is being exploited for views are considered ers through the people who paid the bills. committees served by mayor expressed interest political purpose in con- when decisions are Today, that amount of money doesn’t cover the transportation various councillors. in being the town's repre- travention of the Code of made. budget for the system!! Ostensibly to make sure sentative on the commit- Conduct. The interior of the school is something to see, from the original ceil- they were correct. tee. The other oddity is Evelyn Buck ing tiles and wood floors to the blackboards that have been preserved Stated intention was to Councillor Collins what it reveals about the Aurora all these years. post them on the town's Mrakas, a member of the website. Heritage Advisory Where the Board of Education held its first meeting, upstairs, the room is split by a wooden divider that is still there and functioning. There were none miss- Committee, also indicat- Opening ceremonies took place in that large room Thursday night. ing. Some committees ed interest. The room itself, named the Brevik room after the late Margaret listed no longer exist. Councillor Gallo, Brevik, who was a member of the Aurora Historical Society’s Board Court favourites reflected appointed not elected “Aurora’s Independent of Directors, was full of invited guests who heard brief remarks from the largest number. member of council, with Community Newspaper” Mayor Phyllis Morris, MPP Frank Klees, MP Lois Brown, and past Councillors Bob no association with the president of the Historical Society Helen Roberts. McRoberts, Alison Collins school or neighbourhood, Published weekly by The Auroran Publications Inc. All in all, a great show to herald the re-birth of a great building. Mrakas and myself, the was the mayor's at 95 Edward Street, It’s worth your while to visit it, and I hope you can find a place to least. appointee. park. The mayor quite often When former Aurora, L4G 1W1 Now about this photograph... reflects how some coun- Councillor Grace Marsh Patricia and I took a few days last week to visit Las Vegas. cillors do more work than resigned her seat on the Publisher Emeritus As I told every customs agent I met, I should have just sent a others. only standing committee Rosemary Schumaker cheque there and I would have saved a ton of money. No doubt the object of council, the Joint Fire Anyhow, these two “girls” were attempting to get people into a casi- now is to present that evi- Committee, became no in downtown Las Vegas...on Fremont Street, to be exact. dence to the community vacant. Editorial Production Cynthia Proctor Patricia dared me to stand between them and she would take a in good time for the elec- Councillor Collins Ron Wallace [email protected] [email protected] picture. tion. Mrakas indicated strong The Town's website is interest in taking Ever up for a dare, I did just that. The smile on my face is another Photography a corporate resource. Councillor Marsh's place. Main Number story... David Falconer 905-727-3300 One would be hard Once again, Councillor [email protected] pressed to argue political Gallo, appointed not Classifieds promotion of the mayor elected, was the mayor's Advertising 905-727-7128 and friends is the corpo- appointee. Bob Ince [email protected] ration's business. When the 2C study, [email protected] It could be said to be Official Plan Amendment Diane Buchanan Facsimile Machine misuse of town property committee was being cre- [email protected] 905-727-2620 in contravention of ated, Councillors Collins Trish Miller-Kostin Editorial Department Clause 7 of The Code. Mrakas and myself were [email protected] The mayor makes all asked would we be inter- [email protected] appointments. It shouldn't ested in serving. Editorial policy be but with six votes We said we would. sewn up at all times, Non-elected citizens Opinions expressed by columnists, contributors and letter writers are not that's how it goes. were appointed to the necessarily those of The Auroran. Letters must include name When the Wells Street committee. But not and phone number, although number will not be published, and be limited to 600 words. Letters may be edited or refused. All contents school issue was on the Councillors Collins protected by copyright. front burner, a committee Mrakas or me. was struck with council Many of the commit- Advertising policy representation. tees cited in the mayor's Councillor McRoberts, list would not stand up Publisher is not liable for slight changes or typographical errors that do not lessen the a former student of the favourably to closer value of an advertisement. Disputes must be brought to the attention of the publish- school, a member of scrutiny. er prior to the following edition. the Town's Heritage The significant aspect THE AURORAN, Week of April 13, 2010 - 5 Machell’s Corners by Scott Johnston

Front Porch Perspective Ward system By Stephen Somerville

We have all heard of the Holy Trinity; The Father, The mayoralty candidates stated that they supported the use Ward councillors would supposedly be more attentive Son and the Holy Spirit. of a ward system. to individual constituent needs while the "at large" coun- Well, we have our own kind of local democratic Trinity Then challenger (now mayor) Phyllis Morris stated cillors would be able to provide a broader view of things here in Aurora; the ward system, the introduction of term that "there are 18,000 doors to knock on in Aurora" and because they represent an electorate four times as large. limits and the realization of another Aurora representa- that it "is too hard for first time candidates to get elect- Well, that's at least how it should work in theory. tive on York Region Council. ed." I still need to do some more thinking on this issue. I have written about each of these in the past, but I Challenger Nigel Kean and then incumbent Tim Jones While certainly not as important an issue as the type will limit myself this week to the issue of the ward sys- were also in favour of a ward system. of ward system that could be utilized, but far more inter- tem. Fast forward to the meeting held last week. esting is the impact that a ward system - could it have According to this newspaper, last week about 15 con- Reading through The Auroran story regarding the been implemented in time - would have on the next cerned citizens turned out to learn about the advantages meeting, there seems to be some pretty persuasive municipal election. and disadvantages of Aurora adopting a ward council arguments on both sides of the ledger regarding this The eight councillors that we elected last time out system. issue. reside in various clusters around Aurora. I was hoping to be in attendance that night, but unfor- But being typically Canadian, I would like to see a And whether you go with eight ward seats or four ward tunately, work travel commitments kept me away. hybrid solution developed - one that I don't believe was seats and four "at-large" seats, there would potentially Reading about the low turnout at the meeting is kind spoken about at the meeting. have been some councillors without a chair when the of perplexing and ironic at the same time because sup- I believe in a system whereby a portion of the council- music stopped in October, 2010. posedly one of the reasons for low municipal voter lors are elected by a specific geographic region and will What is also interesting is that we do not have any turnout is due to our current local electoral system. Oh be accountable to that area while a number of "at large" councillors from the newer residential developments in well! councillors would also be elected. Aurora - namely from the area above Wellington, east of Let's briefly rewind the clock to the 2006 municipal Generally speaking, I would suggest that Aurora be Industrial Parkway, and out to Leslie Street. election. divided up into say four electoral precincts and then have When asked, during an Aurora Chamber of four "at-large" councillors. Stephen can be contacted at: Commerce municipal campaign event, all three of the This system would give us the best of both worlds. [email protected]

Inside Aurora Caching in By Scott Johnston

It was a beautiful spring day in Aurora, as I cautiously Each will typically contain some notepaper, so that find- originally established the cache will set up a new one. approached the busy intersection of Yonge and Wellington. ers can record their "discovery". Larger ones may even hold It was a very entertaining trip around town, and I man- Seeing the coast was clear, I searched and quickly found small items that can be swapped by the finder. aged to get to a few places I'd never been to before. the hidden container, right where it was supposed to be. In one Newmarket location I picked up a small plastic I was also surprised to see how popular it was. While I Unscrewing the camouflaged cap revealed a tiny note- dinosaur, which I replaced with an "Aurora Street Sale" but- didn't run into other participants that day, the logs kept in book. ton. each cache I found showed that they had been opened at Taking another look around to make sure I wasn't There are more than 40 geocaches hidden in Aurora. least once every day or two. observed, I quickly wrote down my identification and the They're mainly located in parks, but they can be in park- You can also go on-line, and read notes from people who date, returning the note to the canister, and resealing it. ing lots, along boulevards, or any other public place. had already found the caches. I paused and tried to look casual as a passerby smiled in And they're often in pretty busy areas. One cache I never did uncover had notes on the website my direction. Once she had moved on, I put the package Apart from the one noted earlier that's within a stone's that frustratingly observed that "my wife spotted it before we back, carefully concealing it from sight, and continued on to throw of Yonge and Wellington, another I looked for was even got out of the car", and "my five year found it before I my next drop. located between the old and new library, and another was in did". Yes, this really did happen, and despite how it sounds, I a supermarket parking lot. Maybe that was my problem; I didn't have a five year old was not involved in some sort of espionage activity, although And I must have stood within a few feet of the one at the with me! it felt that way. cenotaph at numerous Remembrance Day services without Apart from the caches in town, there are many of them all I was geochaching. even knowing it. over the GTA, and if you're really ambitious, over a million Advances in electronics have produced affordable hand- You'd think being directed to within a few feet of the hid- worldwide, so if you're looking for a novel way to explore held GPS devices. ing place that they'd be easy to spot, but those that have cre- your neighbourhood, and get a bit of air, you may want to These small units, about the size of a cell phone, use ated these caches can be devilishly clever. look into geocaching. satellites to pinpoint your location anywhere in the world to In my travels around Aurora that weekend, I found sever- Further details, including the location of Aurora's and within a few feet, and display it on a screen. al, but was also stumped by a few. other local caches can be found at www.geocaching.com. In geocaching, participants hide small containers in pub- This may have been because they were so well hidden, You'll need a GPS unit, a sense of adventure and a bit of lic places, and note their location on the internet. or perhaps because they had been "muggled". luck. By downloading the locations and clues on how to find Adapting the term from the Harry Potter books, Having a five year old with you is optional, but may not the caches, anyone with a handheld GPS can search for geochachers describe people who do not participate in this hurt. them, kind of like a treasure hunt. hobby as "muggles". The canisters range from micro - perhaps as big as a Sometimes, a muggle will inadvertently stumble across a Feel free to e-mail Scott at: thimble - to lunchbox sizes. cache and remove it. When this happens, the person who [email protected] 6 - THE AURORAN, Week of April 13, 2010 Letters to the Editor Time for Aurora to honour Jones To the editor, longtime resident of this Town who made innumer- I note Councillor able contributions to Evelina MacEachern Aurora, many of which we wants to recognize the are just realizing now. people who led the cam- Tim Jones was an paign to reconstruct St. elected official of the John’s Sideroad at the Town for 28 years. McKenzie Marsh for their He was mayor for 12 work in preserving the and actually as leader of natural habitat. council played a most sig- Great idea. nificant role in the Aurora As well, the McKenzie we now see today. family certainly deserves It was through Jones’ recognition. leadership and vision that I note this is duly sup- the development we see ported by Mayor Phyllis in our community took Morris, as it should be. shape. The efforts of this That's when the vision council to recognize occurs, not when the final those residents who have bricks are placed. made a signficiant contri- I can think of no citizen bution to our community more deserving of having BRUCE’S MILL is commendable and a park, a trail or a facility should be supported. named in his honour. It's part of our her- What do you say? itage, it's part of our com- Over to you, Mayor munity. Morris and Councillor The mill at Bruce’s It's what makes Aurora MacEachern. the great place we chose Time to show some live in. respect towards a man I wonder if Councillor who spent his lifetime MacEachern with the contributing to Aurora. needs to be restored support of Mayor Morris would like to provide the H. Down same recognition to a Aurora To the editor, Toronto and Region find years of inadequate pre- and unjustly treated. Conservation Authority. ventive maintenance which Bruce’s Mill deserves I wish to draw your read- The mill building, as well resulted in its present another chance. ers’ attention to “the Plight of as the gatehouse on the deplorably neglected condi- It begs to be preserved DAMIR VRANCIC Bruce’s Mill”, one of York side, are listed of the tion. as a tribute to our pioneering Region’s precious heritage Stouffville and Whitchurch With siding boards miss- forefathers as well as a gift LAW OFFICE buildings and a local land- Heritage Building register. ing, broken window panes, for our future generations. BUSINESS LAW, mark located in the Bruce’s Sadly the buildings lack falling shutters, crumbling A well-preserved her- REAL ESTATE, Mill Conservation Area at the necessary dedication to foundation and peeling itage building is also a treas- WILLS & ESTATES Stouffville Road between be protected under the paint, it appears destined to ure and an asset to York Warden Avenue and Provincial Heritage Building become a victim to the Region. Kennedy Road. Act. wrecker’s crowbar. 905-841-6411 The conservation area is Focusing the spotlight on It is painful to witness this Norbert Batsch Providing valued and trusted legal advice since 1983 owned and operated by the the mill building, here we grand old lady be so harshly Oak Ridges What’s the big hurry for town wards, reader asks

To the editor, dents to re-open this Furthermore what are pushy councillor could please let the numbers we saying yes or no to: 1. have other wards losing Why the "late" rush for be known, if not why is How many wards? 2. out or waiting for things Mortgage Expertise wards? this being considered Should the councillor live to be done. Stephen Granger says even now? in the ward? 3. Is it 51 Here’s an off the wall at your doorstep we are one of only a few It's not a known topic per cent of those who thought: why not join up 24/7 towns without ward sys- throughout the town so voted or 51 per cent of with Newmarket and have tems. Is this a crime? what direction is it com- Aurora’s population to Newmarket - Aurora run The late Dick ing from? pass? with one mayor and one Illingworth had a beauti- As for the cost of run- Could this not be left council for the New Town, ful saying: Our Town. ning a campaign maybe to the next council to then have wards. We It's 2010 and we are that is a good thing, for- consider with a vast con- already share police, fire, still the same small town get the comment of a sultation of the public or hospital, Federal and ONUMENTS BY that you can drive around minority, or community does it just have to be a Provincial politicians - in about 15 minutes. interest. rush job like hiring the then we would really be M In 2003 - 2006 after a I thought all eight Integrity Commissioner like everyone else. HOMPSONS widespread consultation councillors and the mayor because we have the We still have a small council determined not to were your whole town vote now? say in how "Our Town” is TA New Approach to Memorial Design. pursue a ward system voice. You do the math. run, don't we? and not to implement a Do we want an individ- In my view a loud * Granite markers and monuments question on the ballot. ual councillor who's main prominent group of resi- John Sargent * Cemetery lettering and restoration Four years later at the interest for running is to dents - in one ward with a Aurora * Bronze markers and vases very end of the term this get elected in their ward * Serving all cemeteries and nationalities council wants to do a only if they put on a good * Portrait Etchings three-short meeting show show? Better teen driver meets and then the question will Take a look at other be put on ballot because towns, cities with wards - Quality and Satisfaction Guaranteed this majority of council sometimes in an emer- bigger discounts ® Day, Evening and Weekend Appointments feel they can. gency a ward councillor Let me show you how our Steer Clear discount can teach your teennts better driving Why was this not is a no-show. habits while you save money. brought up during the The current system is Are you there? 905-727-5421 term for another wide- more accountable to all LIKE A GOOD NEIGHBOUR STATE FARM IS THERE. 530 Industrial Pkwy S., Aurora L4G 6W8 spread consultation? of the residents, a ward Providing Insurance and Financial Services 905-727-8400 Would the councillors gives you one vote for Peter Virtanen 220 Industrial Pkwy S., Unit 37 Thompson Funeral Home is proud to be part of who have been flooded councillor and one for CLU Agent, Aurora (Just south of the soccer fields) Service Corporation International (Canada) Ltd. with requests from resi- mayor. PO58005CN State Farm • Home Offices Aurora, Ontario • Statefarm.ca™ THE AURORAN, Week of April 13, 2010 - 7 Letters to the Editor Former resident recalls past events

To the editor, I remember one These were discov- three years old, and our person who collected all with the two bakers on Halloween when Lorne ered after the fact when rental house on Kennedy the posted mail from six duty. I remember in 1936, a Lee (my Father) was Clifford Bell and I discov- Street backed on the 3rd mail boxes distributed Time goes so fast now- number of fathers in the walking to work as he ered horse stables, milk hole of the golf course. throughout the town. a-days that I cannot put town including ‘Pres.’ always did, discovered bottles and caps. I remember that my Your pictures referring dates on those past Thompson, Lorne Lee, his treasured arbour sit- When I was a member first cousins were great to Scanlons reminded me events but I am sure that Marsh Rank, T.H. Oliver ting out in the centre of of a golf club, it was for playing tricks on each how much I looked for- they all happened. and several others found the Wellington -Yonge called Highlands and was other. ward to visiting the bak- a musical gentleman by intersection. owned by "Pop" Nissbet. Two of the three were ery regularly to share one Gord Lee the name of Robert I don’t know who His son Keith, a former reputed to have disman- of the date cream pies LaSalle, Quebec Moore. accomplished this act but mayor, ran the course. I tled their brother's motor- They asked him to it was put back in his gar- worked on the course one cycle and re-assembled it form a boy’s band and den the same day! summer cutting greens on the top of the old water one day, they brought I remember when all of and fairways. tower one Halloween. their sons and other Aurora's (potable) water I caddied there when I remember that one of young men -Bill was suplied by artesian the pro was Bill Wright. my first cousins gained Thompson, Stuart wells situated somewhere Among the members access to the old post Delahaye, Jim Willis, on the then Nisbet prop- that I caddied for was my office clock tower and Dave Johnson, Ted erty with frontage on dad, of course, and Dr. either carved or wrote Johnson, Bruce Heise, Yonge Street. G.W. Williams. their initials on one of the Jimmy Ransom, Harold I remember that Later, when I became beams. Oliver, Gordon Lee, Frank Aurora's only sewage a member, I played in a Sadly that one of the Lee and several others treatment plant was situ- foursome weekly that students of the Grade 7 or (see below). ated at the end of included Herb Cain, a pro 8 class, Ted Komar, died Maybe readers can Machell Avenue, then as hockey player, Keith as the result of being shot www.virtual-option.com add to the list. now a dead-end street. Nisbet, and Frank Wims, accidently while out in the We did “Gigs” at many I remember when Irwin an executive in the local bush with friends. (1940 of the town fairs in the and Machell were the Tannery. approx.) district including the only streets west of I guess I could go on I remember all my "I'm looking for Sisman 'memorabilia' Aurora Horse Show. Yonge and north of and on. But enough. teachers in elementary to add to my meager collection. Our “pay” was 0.25 Wellington. One of Aurora Herb Cain won the school (Church Street and cents (the quarter was Public School's Grade 8 scoring champioship of Wells St. - Gr. 1 Miss really looked forward to.) Teachers - Miss Chapell - the NHL in the mid 50s. Webster) Gr. 2 Miss We took part in the lived on Machell. He played for the Pearson Gr. 3 Connie Labour Day parade at the I remember when Montreal Maroons, and Willis, Gr. 4 Miss “Ex” at least twice and Stuart Delahaye, who the Boston Bruins as I Robinson, Gr. 5 Miss paraded in Kitchener as lived on Wells Street, was recall. Boynton, Gr.6 Delroy well. following his father and He was left handed in Babcock, Gr. 7 Mr. Several others includ- his uncle as a member of both hockey and golf. I Webster, Gr. 8 Miss ed Bill and Charley the Town Band. am a lefty as well. Chapel and Mr I can certainly pick up in the area. Williams, J. Patenden, About ten members "Pop" had had one leg MacDonald (the princi- Please call Heather Sisman at 289-264-0909 Owen Richards, Bill played on Saturday night removed to the shin area pal). or email [email protected]" Ransom, Fred Rowe, Eric free skating during the but he could still play with I remember being the Billbrough, Scott Annon, Winter. This was when his replacement leg and Bill Babcock, F. the ice was created by could beat most members Anderson, Ken Jones, flooding regularly. with one club, his trusty Scotty McGee, Harry I remember when my 5-iron - not even a putter. Sprague, Raymond Cook, telephone number was I played Highlands Bill Knowles, Doug 215J. My father’s office when it was only nine Nisbet, Howard Sutton, number was 215W. holes and also when it Cliff Clubine, Harold I remember that two was 18 holes and then Foote, Harold Milgate, doors east of where I later on Westview. Garfield Dolittle, Bill lived, there once was a When my mom and Attridge, Howard Casen dairy with all the neces- dad - Lorne Lee - moved and Ross Ash. sary accutrements. to Aurora, I was only Why bother discussing a ward system, he asks

To the editor, to figure out what is really this effort has more to do driving this initiative it with politics and perception RE: Residents hear would be beneficial for than anything else, which about the pros and cons Councillor Stephen would be consistent with of the ward system, The Granger and Mayor Phyllis much of council’s actions Auroran, April 6 Morris to explain how these days. many requests have been What else is the town I just learned from The pouring into the town for going to debate in the lead Auroran that a whopping this change to our local up to the next election? 15 people showed up to government. At the end of the day, the public open house You also have to wonder this debate could well intended to discuss the how the town can expect amount to yet another potential for a ward system 51 per cent of the potential huge waste of time and in Aurora, with at least a voters to come out and potentially money, if the few people asking why we vote on the proposed refer- town hires yet another con- were even bothering to endum question in order to sultant to explore the have this discussion in the make it binding given that unnecessary or the obvi- first place (which strikes typically less than 40 per ous, only to ignore the me as a reasonable ques- cent of eligible voters even input it does not want to tion to ask under the cir- bother to take the time to hear. cumstances). vote as was pointed out by My suggestion is that It sounds to me like Councillor John Gallo and we just save ourselves a most people were silent subsequently ignored. whole lot of time and and I expect that some of But then again, this money and ask Mayor the people were only there small technical issue is a Morris, Councillor Evelina because they were begged moot point given the fuzzy MacEachern and The Lone by someone on council to non-committal exploratory Granger what they are come out to this “important nature of the potential ref- going to implement regard- meeting about the future of erendum question which less of what input is given. our town”. will be non-binding in any In the interest of gaining event. Richard Johnson the necessary perspective One has to wonder if Aurora 8 - THE AURORAN, Week of April 13, 2010 Letter to the Editor Reader agrees plaques shouldn’t be near marsh

To the editor, Ildi Connor and Ben Kestein St. John's Sideroad. by PARKS. I am not question- was no intention of slighting There is one other wildlife should not be placed at the site Linda mentioned that ing the safekeeping or the des- other "equally deserving" indi- refuge in Aurora. I am writing in response to of the McKenzie Marsh. money raised in the name of tiny of the money, but wonder viduals by suggesting a plaque Sheppard's Bush was the letter from Linda Ildi and Ben had raised the marsh did not go to the who or what PARKS is and for Ildi and Ben. bestowed to the town by the (McKenzie) Napier and the e- awareness through "Save the marsh. what is the connection to "Save Both of these people I know Sheppard family. Heather and mails that followed. Linda, quite McKenzie Marsh" signs that the There are two items in the McKenzie Marsh" project. personally and respect their Gord McKenzie have given us rightly in my opinion, pleads marsh wildlife might be endan- Mayor Morris' letter that I wish The second item in the efforts on behalf of the marsh, the McKenzie Marsh. that any plaques recognizing gered by the recent widening of to mention. $15,000 was raised mayor's letter was that there but I don't think it compares to Without these two wildlife that of Heather and Doug havens Aurora would be a McKenzie. bleaker place to live. To have the inspiration to On a personal note, we who conceive of the idea of a refuge live in Hadley Grange near the Government will fix immigration rules in the first place is commend- marsh, enjoy the ducks on the able, and then to do the heavy pond, the song of the red- slogging physical work year winged blackbirds and the chic- after year to create the wildlife a -dees, the Canada geese with By Lois Brown sanctuary is deserving of far nests in the wetlands, and the MP Newmarket-Aurora more than a plaque. occasional sighting of a doe The McKenzies, though, do and fawn in the woodsy area. This week the Honourable Between 2006 and 2008, come to Canada, while those secution receive swift protection not wish any visible recognition May the Marsh live on! Jason Kenney, Minister of the number of requests for with unfounded claims use the in Canada and those whose of their gift to the town other Citizenship, Immigration and refugee protection made by asylum system to try to jump claims are unfounded are than any mention of them gets Flo Murray Multiculturalism introduced bal- those in Canada on visitor, stu- the queue. removed quickly. their name spelled right. Aurora anced reforms for Canada's dent, or work permits increased Too much time and precious The Government of Canada Asylum System. by 60 percent. resources are being spent to estimates that each unfounded Canada has a long-stand- With about 60,000 asylum review the claims of people asylum claim costs taxpayers ing tradition of providing refuge claims in the backlog, the sys- who are not in need of our pro- $50,000. to individuals who face perse- tem is now overwhelmed. tection and who stay in Canada To address this, our govern- cution. However, it is no secret We are, in effect, creating a for years. ment has introduced important that although fair, it has also two-tier system in which immi- We need to fix the system legislation, the Balanced been too easily abused. grants wait patiently in line to so that persons who face per- Refugee Reform Act. This legislation will improve • Aurora’s First Choice For Driver Training our asylum system, render time- ly decisions on asylum claims 905-713-3733 without sacrificing fairness and • MTO Licenced & Approved Course Provider Funding increase quickly remove those who are not in need of Canada’s protec- ON-GOING MONTHLY CLASSES tion. www.ontarionewdrivers.ca The new system would see will benefit Aurora public servants employed by the independent Immigration and An increase in regional fund- enforcement of fines to the posed that the total revenues of Refugee Board render deci- ing will "favourably impact" municipalities." $4.3 million be transferred from sions on asylum claims. Aurora's 2010 operating budget "The Inter-municipal the local municipalities to the The proposed measures by $68,141, according to Agreement in York Region con- Region of York commencing in would also include an appeal Over 20 years in Fish&Chips Biz! Aurora CAO Neil Garbe. tains a unique revenue sharing 2011 and accounting adjust- process. The infusion comes on the model wherein it shares Gross ments to be made in exchange This new Refugee Appeal Division, would allow new evi- heels of an amended York revenue rather than Net rev- for a transfer of 'tax room' from dence to be introduced and in- St. Yonge Region Courts Inter-Muncipal enue," said Mr. Garbe in his the Region to the local munici- person hearings in certain cir- Aurora Mark St. Agreement, which sees funding report. "Under the Inter-munici- palities. Heights Dr. cumstances. Wellington St. E. distributed to local municipali- pal agreement, all expenses While this shift impacts Asylum seekers whose We're Licensed! We serve BEER! ties increase from $2.9 million are borne by the Region and Aurora's 2010 operating budget claims are unfounded would be to $4.3 million in 2010. the Region retains all revenue favourably, Mr. Garbe said the removed. According to a report from tickets issued by York impact will not be one time "but These are balanced and fair released by Mr. Garbe, the Regional Police." effectively will continue in per- reforms. Province of Ontario transferred The increase in funding for petuity." For example, the informa- responsibility for "court adminis- 2010 effectively removes the Revenue under this agree- tion-gathering stage in which ini- St. Andrew’s Realty Inc. tration, court support functions, cap imposed in 2004, said Mr. ment comes from provincial tial information regarding an Brokerage the conduct of routine prosecu- Garbe. offences and excludes local asylum claim is collected would tions, and collection and "The Region has also pro- fines, so Aurora's parking fines be reduced from 28 days to Anna Runco and property standards viola- eight. Sales Representative tions will be unaffected. Rather than it taking 4.5 Organizers prepare "It is the Highway Traffic Act years for a failed asylum (905) 841-1030 primarily, the tickets that are claimant to exhaust all their (416) 565-3727 appeals and be removed from issued by the OPP not York www.listwithanna.com My goal is to make your for 5th Heritage Fair Region Police, that revenue is Canada, the proposed system real estate dreams a reality! Not intended to solicit buyers or sellers currently under contract distributed to the local munici- would see this accomplished in Preparations are under- of our community," said Ms. palities and has been retained a year in most cases. The measures our govern- way for 2010's Aurora Walmer. "You don't have to by York Region even though ment proposes are fair and cost- Community Heritage Fair be a teacher, you don't have they operate the courts," Mr. ROCK BAND CAMP effective and would bring more slated for Wednesday, April to know anything about histo- Garbe explained. “That is what

timely protection to those who 21 at St. Andrew’s College. ry, you just have to be really the endeavour is to clarify. York need it, while improving our abil- The event, which has enthusiastic and proud to be Region bears the cost of oper- Learn to play in a band Learn to sing ity to remove those who seek to been an Aurora staple for the Canadian, and willing to lis- ating the court and should have take advantage of our generosi- Learn to play an instrument past five years is a "marvel- ten to kids tell their stories." the revenue to offset. This solu- ty. lous way for children to come Ms. Walmer said organiz- tion maintains our revenue As your Member of Learn to record and present their Canadian ers are open to all volun- stream and centres the cost in Parliament, I intend to support Whether you are a beginner, have 6 months experience projects to the community," teers. Volunteering would one appropriate place in York this legislation, which will restore according to organizer require a "couple of hours" of Region." balance to our asylum system. or an intermediate player, ROCK BAND CAMP Susan Walmer. commitment in the morning, has a program for you. Comprised of students or a couple of hours in the from Grades 4 to 8, the afternoon depending on the Camp will be run at the Aurora Community Heritage schedule. An awards cere- Aurora Montessori and Private School. Fair brings together kids from mony for the project gets Since 1969 across York Region to Aurora underway at 6 p.m. Half days and full days are available to accommodate $ .95 to represent their schools "The evening is an open SPECIAL Dinner for 4-4- 3232 busy family schedules. with historical projects. house to the community to SESSION DATES: 9:00 AM– 4:00 PM Ms. Walmer made a pres- come out and view the stu- • 4 Egg Rolls entation to the Town and dents' work, to talk to them • Sweet and Sour Chicken Balls Two Week Tour Dates councillors promoting the about their projects, and to • Honey Garlic Breaded Spare Ribs July 12 - July 23 event during a recent Open share their enthusiasm," she • Beef With Broccoli July 26 - August 6 Forum at a council meeting. said. "The children spend the • Chicken Chow Mein August 9 - August 20 Organizers, she said, are day doing interactive pro- looking for volunteers to gramming with various vol- • Chicken Fried Rice Contact: assist with the fair. unteers and they actually Business Hours Mon. - Closed (Except Holidays) Tues. - Thurs. 11:30am - 11pm MICHAEL LANTEIGNE "[Students] come to St. have told us over and over Fri. 11:30am - 12pm Sat. 4pm - 12pm Sun. 4pm -11pm Andrew's for the day; they again how much they love TAKE OUT OR DELIVERY Phone: 416-721-2430 present their projects to history when they leave that Fully Licensed under L.L.B.O. 15229 Yonge St., Aurora Just south of Wellington. www.rockbandcamp.ca reviewers who are members day." Parking in behind. 905-727-3101 THE AURORA HOME SHOW 2010 PULL-OUT SECTION THE AURORAN, Week of April 13, 2010 - 9

Aurora Community Centre • April 16, 17 & 18

In the classic movie The Wizard of Oz, one gets to follow Dorothy through a series of adventures only to discover that "there's no place like home." This year, you don't need to leave Aurora (or Kansas) to follow your own Yellow Brick Road to find ideas to improve your home. And you don't need ruby slippers as Dorothy did. You just need a toonie. The 2010 Aurora Home Show promises to be an out- standing show again this year. "The creativity displayed by the exhibitors can really give you some great ideas for your own home," said Home Show Committee Chair Robin Taylor-Smith. "Aurora has great local busi- nesses we can rely on to keep our homes looking fab- ulous, and we encourage people to shop locally first." You have a chance to win great prizes by entering the Passport draw. All prizes are donated by local businesses. Simply travel the show and have your passport stamped at seven different booths, then drop your passport in the draw box out in the lobby. Prizes this year include a ladder from Featherlite; a "Girlfriend Party" at Pathways to Perennials; use of a Softtub for a weekend courtesy of Backyard Pool and Spa; a cubic yard bag of The 2010 Aurora Home Show will include a Dream Garden in Arena 2, designed and coordinated by Jack Roeleveld of Jack’s soil delivered by Zander Landscaping. This area will include a four-hole mini putt – something every backyard needs! You can play for only a loonie, with Sod; a nine-piece Café Tote proceeds going to the Aurora Food Pantry. Dave Rusnell of Aurora offered to lend his woodworking skills to the construction of compliments of The the mini putt, which took place at Fischer Custom Cabinets. Shown above are Nancy Eveleigh Browne, Event Manager with the Partnership Network; and a Chamber of Commerce; Robin Taylor-Smith of PromotionalMarketing.ca and Chair of the Home Show committee; Dave Rusnell of Eureka Vacuum cleaner Fischer Custom Cabinets; and Jack Roeleveld of Jack’s Landscaping, putting some finishing touches on one of the mini putt donated by the Canadian Centre for Abuse holes. Awareness. bun, along with refresh- the Aurora Home Show it look easy, yet it's a lot of Marshall, Nancy Eveleigh Show this year. Make some time for a lit- ments. 2010 website at work to make sure the Browne, Caroline Rusnell The Aurora Home Show tle fun at the Home Show, Local musician Patty www.aurorahomeshow.ca weekend runs smoothly. and Allison Morris during 2010 opens Friday, April 16, too. McLaughlin and her band for the live entertainment Chances are you'll see the the weekend of the show." from 2 to 9 p.m., and con- The Optimist Club of will provide live entertain- schedule. committee volunteers, Whether you're looking tinues Saturday, April 17 Aurora is operating a beer ment. "Planning for the annual Diane Buchanan, Robin for home improvement from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and garden in the arena auditori- Back by popular demand Home Show takes about a Hardman, George Hughes, ideas, a company to help Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 um, serving their great bar- is folksinger John Lemme, year," said Robin. "The Bob Ince, Brian North and you complete your plans, or p.m, at the Aurora bequed hamburgers, entertaining in the Feature experienced, dedicated myself working alongside just a little fun, plan to Community Centre on sausages and peameal on a Area of Arena 2. Check out committee we've got makes the Chamber staff of Judy attend the Aurora Home Aurora Heights Drive. OPENS Friday, April 16, from 2 to 9 p.m., and continues Saturday, April 17 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Drop in to visit us at The Aurora Home Show. Booths 4 & 5. 235 Industrial Parkway South, An experience of luxury for every lifestyle. Unit 11, Aurora ON L4G 3V5 Belair Plumbing has beautiful designs and stunning 905-713-3434 fixtures to satisfy design options for www.belairplumbing.ca your home and business. 16 - THE AURORAN, Week of April 13, 2010 THE AURORA HOME SHOW 2010 PULL-OUT SECTION THE AURORAN, Week of April 13, 2010 - 17 Licensing policy continues despite objections

Canvassers will soon be canvassers and local pet was resumed in 2008, vious years of their pet on new residences in new one comes to the door and knocking on your door ask- food retailers to sell pet increasing both the number ownership status. areas and we have a data- you pay at the door. If you ing if you have a dog or licenses and distribute of licensed pets in the While Jon Popple, base for that," he said. want to change the policies cat, after the Town information on the Town's community and the amount Aurora's By-Law Services "That would be very easy you have to make sure that renewed its pet licensing licensing and animal con- of revenue flowing into Manager, said a person's to do to let people know our budgets reflect it and I policy last Tuesday, despite trol policies. Town coffers. status as a pet owner can what our systems are if think our budgets were some opposition from According to a report "The continued formal change within a calendar they are new to the com- built with the understand- Councillor Al Wilson. released last week, the agreement with the can- year, Councillor Wilson munity, but quite frankly I ing that this revenue was The agreement renews Town has deemed the vassers and pet store loca- said he found the situation find it darned annoying that going to be coming." the Town of Aurora's con- door-to-door licensing pro- tions selling pet licenses "remarkable". every year someone is The continued participa- tract with door-to-door pet gram a success since it will ensure that the inter- "Every year we knock going to knock on my door tion of canvassers - who ests of Town and the ven- on the same person's door to ask me if I have a dog receive a $10 fee for each dors are protected," read who doesn't have a dog and every year I'm going to dog license sold as well as the report. "These agree- and every year they tell us tell them 'No.'" a $5 fee for each cat Aurora cultural ments will ensure proper they don't have a dog but Others in the community license - also speaks to the financial tracking and keep going back and have been found to be less effectiveness of the pro- record keeping for all pet knocking on their door ask- annoyed by the process, gram, added Councillor centre opens licenses sold by vendors ing if they have a dog," he according to Councillor MacEachern. and will set specific report- said. "I find it remarkable Evelina MacEachern. "We know that the can- ing terms and conditions that in today's economy "The staff reports we've vassers do generate addi- From page 1 the current council and for both the vendor and the that we go and knock on you're really looking at is the received prior to [this] tional licenses because Mayor Morris, here we are Town." umpteen thousand doors culmination of all the work report had clear outlines as that's why they do the job," less than two years later Town Staff expect the and ask them if they have a that has come before it," to the benefits of using the she said. "They wouldn't do celebrating the opening of continuation of the licens- dog. I have, I guess, a little said Aurora CAO Neil canvassers," she said. the job if they weren't get- this wonderful building. ing program will bring in more faith in the public that Garbe. "Musicians are influ- "The canvassers I've spo- ting paid." Together we have created a revenue of $95,000 with they understand they have enced by those they lis- ken to say the residents Dog and cat licenses masterpiece which will be $70,000 coming from dog to have a license." tened to growing up; actually see this as a con- will be sold for $30 and $20 enjoyed by the community licenses and the remaining Councillor Wilson went authors learn their craft venience to have the peo- respectively. In addition to for many years to come." $25,000 from licensing on to call the plan "redun- from those they read when ple knock on their door. the door-to-door can- In her remarks, Mayor their feline counterparts. dant", adding it would be they were younger; it's the "Perhaps some are vassers, licenses will also Phyllis Morris hailed the Councillor Wilson, how- more understandable if the same with this Cultural annoyed but others actual- be available at Aurora's Church Street School ever, expressed his con- plan applied primarily to Centre. ly like the idea that some- two Pet Valu locations. Cultural Centre as a "labour cern over the policy of con- new developments in - and "The work here can be of love." tinuing to ask residents residents to - the town. traced back to the first She noted the Town's already questioned in pre- "I can see us knocking architectural drawings from continued commitment to the Church Street School. the building which began Once it was decided in 2007 when the Town of Aurora to turn the school into the acquired it in the early Cultural Centre, countless 1950s. She said it took a lot Town renews people played a role in turn- of hard work, time, and ing the building into some- money, to get to the Grand thing the community could Opening, but "I'm sure you'll take pride in. We're very agree by looking around at Bullfrog deal lucky to have those people these impressive results in the room tonight." that it was well worth it." The Town of Aurora According to Mr. Helen Roberts, past Following the mayor’s offices will once again be Simanovskis' report, the president and current board speech, Newmarket-Aurora powered by "green Town's purchase of green member of the Aurora MP Lois Brown presented power" after councillors electricity "positions the Historical Society was one the Centre with a congratu- approved a continuation Town of Aurora as among of "those people”. latory certificate from the of its contract with the leading 'green' "When former curator Prime Minister. Bullfrog Power, a compa- municipalities in North Jackie Stewart boxed up Frank Klees, Member of ny whose electricity America; reduces green- 7,000 artifacts in 2002 we Provincial Parliament fol- comes "exclusively from house gas emissions little dreamed it would take lowed Ms Brown, paying wind and hydro facilities" associated with the Gas & Oil Heating Equipment certified as low impact by Town's electricity require- eight years before they tribute to the Town's ongo- Humidifiers and Air Conditioners would be restored to their ing commitment to heritage Environment Canada. ments; and sets an exam- home in this newly renovat- preservation and giving a Aurora first signed a ple to Aurora residents ed building," said Ms boost to a certain nearby power agreement with and the Canadian public Tel: (905) 727-6401 8 Industrial Pkwy. S. Roberts. "But dream we did building whose fate is cur- Bullfrog in 2008 and in about taking organiza- www.nyhp.on.ca Aurora, Ontario and we dreamed big. The rently up in the air. that time it purchased tional responsibility for goal of the project was to "New buildings can enough green power to action on climate restore this amazing build- always be constructed but run Town Hall each year. change." ing to its former glory, to once you have a historical "As a result, the Town It also "showcases a open it to the public once site like this there is only of Aurora decreased its strategically selected more, and create a vibrant one of them - actually there emissions footprint by facility as powered with and active centre for culture is another one over at Wells approximately 145 green electricity." in Aurora. The project devel- Street - and I would like to tonnes of carbon dioxide Total hydro costs for “Have a vacation on your home” opment committee, led by say to you as your MPP that (CO2 - the primary gas Town Hall in 2009 was Margaret Brevik, was pas- I would like to work with that causes climate $98,481, including the sionate in its search for a Council and with MP Brown change), 430 kilograms $20,000 premium for team that would recognize to ensure that that incredi- of sulphur dioxide and green power, and green the potential hidden behind bly wonderful historic build- 185 kilograms of nitrogen power accounted for 91 false ceilings and wall ing is also preserved." oxide," said Ilmar per cent of the total dividers. We needed some- As Church Street School Simanovskis in a report. power consumed at the one who 'got it', someone Cultural Centre's Executive "High quality green elec- facility. who could see the future in Director Laura Schembri tricity is readily available "The Town of Aurora the old building and in the concluded the formal por- for purchase in the form purchases Eco-Logo FAN MAN team of Mary Ellen Lynch tion of the evening, she of Green Electricity Certified Green Power at and Steve Comisso we noted that while the Centre Certificates offering a a rate of three cents per convenient and environ- kW-h for a total not to Fabulous Lighting with were fortunate in finding celebrates its past it is firm- 4,000 sq. ft. of showroom that visionary couple." ly looking to the future. mentally lower-impact exceed $20,000 in 2010," When Ms Brevik died in The Centre's calendar of alternative." the report concluded. 2006, Ms Roberts said she events is filling up fast. Last Searching for a unique fan, took much of their passion Saturday saw the opening Dr. G W Williams Spring and energy with her. of a new exhibit featuring or an impressive light fixture? Following her death, the the work of Italian-Canadian Historical Society received artist Albert Chiarandini Rummage Sale new cost estimates that called York Region Vistas, Saturday, April 24, 2010 were beyond their capabili- on loan from the Georgina Dr. G. W. Williams Gym ~ 8:00 am – 1:00 pm ties. Arts Centre and Gallery, as "We were beginning to well as a display from the Clear out the attic, closet or garage! We are looking for • NEW HOURS • despair of the Centre ever Aurora Seniors' Centre's community donations of new and used goods for the sale. Tues. , Wed., Thur., Fri. and Sat. – 10 - 5 Donation drop off period will run from Monday April 19 reaching completion when woodcarving group. or by appointment several members of Town May features the Pine until Friday April 23 between 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm in the www.thefanman.ca Council expressed an inter- Tree Potters Show and Dr. G. W. Williams front foyer. (We are asking for only est in assisting with the proj- Sale, and ArtCures working or operational items and no clothing). 905-841-2832 ect," she said. "Lo and Exhibition and Show hits the Proceeds from the event will benefit charity. behold with the support of Centre in June. 220 Industrial Pkwy. S 18 - THE AURORAN, Week of April 13, 2010 Accessibility meeting draws large crowds Stakeholders, caregivers, and not enough. I need usually six make navigation in his sensitive community groups came out in weeks of summer camps and electric wheelchair extremely dif- force last Wednesday to help the without one-on-one support I ficult, he said. Town of Aurora determine its next really can't have Natasha in He also expressed frustration Accessibility Plan. camps. My concerns are we with automatic doors at some The open house, held during really would like more funding Aurora establishments, including the monthly Accessibility available to the summer camps town facilities such as the Aurora Advisory Committee meeting, program to provide the one-on- Community Centre and various was an opportunity for users to one integration coordinators so local establishments ranging share their experiences and children like my daughter can from stores to restaurants. express their needs while the attend the camps and can have Improvements also need to Town forges ahead. the wonderful experiences she be made at the Aurora Public "We look forward to your has been having." Library, according to Cathy input," Councillor Bob According to Camp Harris, former president of the McRoberts told the audience at Coordinator Nicole Campsell, Pine Tree Potters. A cheque presentation was made recently to Colin Jenkins, of Community the start of the meeting. "Each Town Staff are looking to develop The Potters Guild currently Home Assistance to Seniors (CHATS) by Auroraʼs Pine Tree Potter members year we have an accessibility their volunteer program specifi- uses space at the facility, and Jane Stevens and Karen Zorn. Two cheques were presented to Colin, one for plan developed with input from cally for special needs users. they would like to have a ramp the proceeds from the Charity Table at Pine Tree's Winter sale and the other staff and committee members... Space, she said, was allocat- for their handicapped and senior from a Silent Auction of Ann Mortimer's Bird forms held during her exhibition and if you would like to make ed on how many users they members. would be able to help, but while “The Great Umbrella Caper” at the new Aurora Cultural Centre. comments or suggestions for "One of our members is things that the Town could or training volunteers is not an handicapped and she needs a should work at improving in issue, it is a matter of bringing in wheelchair or cane and we can't terms of accessibility we would the appropriate people. use the elevators when the Legalized units go ahead love to hear from you." Dan MacDonnell, acting library is closed," she said. "We The audience was invited to president of the York Region currently have to schedule the The Town of Aurora's plan to second suite owners to re-regis- The recommendation, share their views in four main chapter of the Canadian Hard of clay delivery around library hours legalize and register second ter their properties for inspection Councillor Gaertner said, did not areas, the first being physical Hearing Association highlighted [to have access to an elevator]," suite housing units marched at a regular interval. "satisfy" her. spaces and structures, followed the importance of accessibility she said. ahead at last Tuesday's General According to Marco "From a safety point of view it by programs and services, for people living with hearing loss She added that the inability to Committee meeting despite Ramunno, Aurora's Director of just doesn't make any sense," improving customer service, and in Aurora. access the elevator outside of some concerns over future Planning and Development she said. "It really doesn't satisfy an open category. Suggestions Although he said having note library hours can also be danger- maintenance and safety issues Services, however, this process the safety requirements and that on how to improve programs and takers recording the evening's ous. relating to the units. has not been entirely successful is the reason we are doing this. services evolved into the primary proceedings on the large "At Doors Open last August, While discussing the pro- for Aurora's northern neighbour. We can ask the home owners to theme of the evening. screens at the front of the we had a senior pass out in the posed bylaw, Councillor Wendy "Our recommendation is the register, but we can't ask them to Nevin Demani was one of the Council chamber made "a world basement, in the Guild, and 911 Gaertner expressed her reser- one-time registration upon sub- re-register, we have no right to do first members of the public to of difference for those that can't was called," she said. "They vations over the bylaw's pro- mission of a permit for a second that? My intent in bringing this speak, expressing concern over catch every word being said," he weren't able to get a gurney posed one-tier registration sys- suite and the permit issuance back to council was from a safety accessibility in the Town's sum- suggested that this considera- down there. Thankfully she was tem. Under this reservation sys- and inspection would occur at issue. Is this report basically say- mer recreation programs. tion could be applied elsewhere. okay but that should never have tem, an owner would only have that time.," he said. ing you can get someone to reg- Ms. Demani's 16-year-old "The Aurora Public Library happened." to register their unit with the town In his report, Mr. Ramunno ister once, have it inspected for daughter Natasha has been a has a special movie night and The Accessibility Meeting once. noted "[Newmarket's] experi- safety, and we can't get them to regular user of the summer special programs," said Mr. was also attended by Councillor In the registration process ence is that owners are not will- re-register, so after 10 years the recreation programs. MacDonnell. "A couple of times I Al Wilson, in addition to Mayor each unit would be inspected to ing to re-register their units and conditions could change and that A girl with special needs, have asked if the program was Phyllis Morris who took the ensure it meets Building and Fire therefore the number of regis- is just as it is? There is absolutely Natasha has been able to make going to be captioned or not and opportunity to address the audi- Codes, including the equipment tered units actually decreased nothing we could do about that?" progress with the programs over they don't usually know or are ence. of working smoke and carbon over the last 10 years. Despite legalizing second the past two years with the help unwilling to turn it on for the audi- "We believe that hearing monoxide detectors. The owner "Furthermore the Town does suites, Mr. Ramunno said the of staff members being able to ence. They sometimes have a from the people in the communi- would also need to provide a let- not have any statutory authority Town does not expect to be flood- provide her and her family with movie night in Town Park in the ty will make us do a better plan ter of compliance from the to require the re-registration of ed with new units putting a strain one-on-one support. summer and that would be ideal and we hope you have given Electrical Safety Authority. the units." on Town infrastructure. People like Natasha would to have captions on the movies. ideas that the committee can But once these criteria are The report notes that staff will "Experience has shown that benefit from more money going There is an election coming up in consider them," she said. "If met, unlike other municipalities, continue to discuss when a municipality legalizes into the program to support spe- the fall and if there is any there are some things that can there is no set time period for the Newmarket's registration second suites, many of the units cial needs kids and their families, debates, they should have note be recommended immediately - Town to go back and make sure process with their town staff and which would be registered are said Ms. Demani. takers at least going on during quick wins - that would be great. the standards are still being will report back to council for fur- existing," he said in the report. "The camp coordinator and I the debate to catch everything If, on the other hand, there is maintained. ther direction if they are able to "Furthermore the Region has have worked together the last that is being said making it something that needs more Newmarket, for instance, has "formulate a successful two-tier indicated that their flow monitor- couple of years to really make accessible for everyone." input from staff, some other a two-tier process which requires registration process." ing program would identify if there sure Natasha has the support Aurora student Tyler Barker issues can be referred to staff is a need for increased servicing, she requires in a camp environ- made a case for infrastructure and [they] can bring those rec- which could then be planned for ment and it has been very suc- improvements, particularly with ommendations back to commit- in future servicing capacity cessful," she said. "But what has uneven sidewalks which can tee." Hours extended assignment reviews." happened recently is that Aurora staff will also provide If the arrival of Spring and the spot." because there is such a heavy further information to residents warmer weather has given you Evening hours begin on volume in the program I find I am promoting the benefits of regis- sudden inspiration to tackle that selected Thursdays from 6 p.m. now limited to only having two tering second suites. home building project you've to 8.30 p.m. beginning May 13. weeks allocated to me for sum- The bylaw will appear at this been keeping on the backburn- Scheduled Thursdays include mer camps. I am a working week's Council meeting, and is er, the Town of Aurora will extend June 17, July 15, August 19, mom... there are a lot of con- expected to be signed following their building and bylaw hours September 16, and October 21. straints on us and I now find that the session. next month. The goal of the program is to just being allocated two weeks is "The extended hours provide review residential applications an opportunity for the Town to within three days and issue the support the Residential Express permit "within that time frame”. Permit Program (REPP) and to To get a permit issued on the strengthen its commitment to spot, "you will need prepared TookTToook DDriverrriivveer TTrTrainingrraaiinniinng customer service excellence," drawings which accurately said Jason Ballantyne, Manager describe the proposed construc- aanddds stillsttiilll ccan’tan’’ttdt ddrdrive?rriivvee? of Corporate Communications in tion." a statement. 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April 15, THE AURORAN, Week of April 13, 2010 - 19 Senior Scape By BRIAN WARBURTON THEAURORAN.COM

ASA hosts appreciation month The Aurora Seniors U.K., of members present, deserving of this attention CANADIAN FINANCIAL AND TAX PLANNING Association (ASA) hosts displayed with surprisingly and should be recognised as Volunteer Appreciation Month good quality. deserving this reward, and Winner Monday, April 19th, from 7 to The quality of directional then allow the power of the 9 p.m. map programs on the Internet ballot to determine who is Volunteers past and pres- appears to be improving and recognized. ent are invited to sign up for even better quality can be The arrival of spring has a this event by April 14th. expected in the future. positive effect on the mood of Volunteering refers to The audience was not almost everybody, and now becoming involved in some aware of the value of the pro- longer, warmer days enable helpful way, often by informal- gram when the presentation April to be truly a month of ly supporting a new member commenced, but after a con- renewal in nature’s majestic in your group, and at other vincing presentation, most scheme of things. times by taking a proactive appeared determined to We all love beautiful gar- and positive approach to employ it the next time direc- dens, and the ASA garden organizing and ensuring that tions are required. was beautiful last year and activities are available consis- The “Sew Much Fun” will become even more beau- tently and renewed with fresh sewing group, which meets tiful this year, with another ideas from time to time. on Friday each week, are the helping of tender loving care. Volunteers are pillars of recipients of an embroidery For a beautiful garden to support among members of machine purchased by the materialize the task of gar- the senior society. ASA with funds from the New dening must be divided Most of us volunteer some Horizons federal funding pro- among enough volunteers as help at some time, and some gram. to diminish gardening tasks to volunteers assist enormously The ladies who sew have the capacity of everybody. and have helped enormously produced fine work for a long Consequently, each in assisting the ASA to evolve time and now the embroidery Wednesday weather permit- to its present condition of vol- machine will allow embroi- ting, one hour is allotted Theauroran.com Marketplace member Kam Sadiq B.Sc, FCGA presents winner unteerism and self govern- dery to decorate their designs between 10 and 11 a.m. to a John Welsh, physiotherapist in Aurora, left, with a free business tax return ment. further. gardening crew to focus on valued more than $500 won in their recent FREE DRAW Giveaway at The Computer Club meets The ASA has been invited gardening assignments with- theauroran.com. Kam Sadiq has more than 25 years experience with CRA as a each Wednesday between 2 to participate in the 2010 in their ability, and new volun- Senior Income officer and is currently running his own practice. Phone Aurora and 3 p.m., which is open to Senior of the Year Award. teers are invited to attend. 905-713-0268, Markham 905-479-9559, or visit Kam in theauroran.com all members of the ASA. The invitation came from Members entering the Marketplace in the “Financial” category. A fine presentation was the mayor’s office and the Seniors’ Centre daily must be made last Wednesday by award will recognize a senior impressed with the diligent Jeffrey Walker who demon- who is 65 years of age or gardening and resulting Go to the MarketPlace for strated via laptop and projec- older, and who has enriched shrubbery and floral arrange- tor, an Internet program at culture, civic or social life in ments that Mother Nature’s enter to WIN! www.maps.google.com. the community without per- team of gardeners has creat- FREE DRAWS– This program moved to sonal or financial gain. ed or soon will create. the fore, in the estimation of Votes must be submitted The almost lifeless barren Special Senior Package for 2* many present, as the best with the name of the nominee debris, left over from the task FREE Internet program for maps and reasons for the nomina- of erecting the building, has Chartwells’ Park Place is offering this $ * and directions available so tion. been nurtured and trans- DRAW FREE DRAW Giveaway! 100 far. The ASA has members formed to an elegant area of Apart from excellent direc- who spend a remarkable cultivated garden. To enter go to: www.theauroran.com, click on this icon Value tions including digital graph- amount of time furthering the Judy Buchanan and all and select “NURSING AND ELDERLY CARE” ics, to world wide destina- cultural and practical interests who work with the soil will cre- tions, the program also of all members, including new ate and present a beautiful enabled individual digital members who were unknown environmental influence, and FREE Admission–table of 8 people * images of addresses to be until they joined the ASA. will improve the Seniors’ FREE Steve Miller is giving away displayed, which resulted in A suggestion is to select Centre for all who look upon $ * views of former homes in the someone you believe is their handiwork. DRAW FREE Admission for a table of 8 people 120 for the DANCE PARTY April 23, 2010! Value To enter go to: www.theauroran.com, click on this icon Collection comes to Aurora and select “SPORTS” A selection of landscape Group of Seven Member”. historical documentation WORM COMPOST * works from the collection of Chiarandini began paint- and beauty. FREE Albert Chiarandini will be on ing as a child with his Chiarandini’s paintings of “Lawns We Do” is offering this $ * display at the Aurora father’s old shaving brush fields now hold subdivisions DRAW FREE DRAW Giveaway! Cultural Centre from now and powdered colours in their soil. 100 and will continue until May mixed with water, then These paintings are To enter go to: www.theauroran.com, click on this icon Value 1. applied to the plaster walls recorded history of what and select “LANDSCAPING” Chiarandini, born in of the woodshed out back Richmond Hill, Aurora, Udine, Italy, in 1915 was a where his father allowed him Newmarket and other once prolific painter until his death to paint. rural neighbourhoods were. PRINT OUT THE ONLINE in December, 2007. He arrived in Canada in Also on display during The paintings are on loan 1932, at the age of 17, this exhibition are works COUPONS from the Georgina Arts applied and was accepted to from the Aurora Seniors’ Centre & Gallery in Sutton the Ontario College of Art. Centre Woodcarving Club. and use them at participating businesses where Chiarandini’s perma- His early history was that Entitled “Carved by Hand” theauroran.com, nent collection resides. of portrait painting. this collection of exceptional Timberlane Athletic Club click Marketplace Albert Chiarandini – York He was so successful work is on display in the COUPON 2 week pass -select Fitness Region Vistas at the Aurora that it led to a string of por- foyer of the Aurora Cultural theauroran.com, Cultural Centre is a collabo- trait commissions, including Centre. Crystal White Cleaners click Marketplace ration with Georgina Arts many of the faces still The opening reception COUPON Super Cleaning Special -select Cleaning Services Centre and it is the first time famous today in the history takes place Saturday, April these particular paintings and cultural fabric of Toronto 10th at 2 p.m. at the Cultural Steve Miller Dance theauroran.com, click Marketplace have been displayed outside and Ontario. Centre, 22 Church Street. $10 OFF registration COUPON (new members only) -select Sports of their home. Albert loved painting the home of the famous In 2004, a donation of landscapes and said that Church Street School. 159 of Albert’s paintings “landscapes allowed him to Exhibition hours are was made to the Georgina explore the profound beauty Tuesday to Saturday from 1 BUSINESS & EVENT Calendar

Arts Centre by the late of nature, echoes of light p.m. to 4 p.m. Bruce Smith. and the smell of the country- For more information So many things to see and do on our The permanent collection side”. call the centre at 905-713- COMMUNITY BUSINESS AND EVENT CALENDAR! has been included in “The From today’s perspective, 1818 or e-mail Go to theauroran.com and click on the events icon Group of Seven Project”, cit- Chiarandini has created a info@auroracultural ing Albert as “The Unknown unique and powerful gift of centre.ca. Bringing the business community to you! 20 - THE AURORAN, Week of April 13, 2010 Golf course pond to be redesigned

Environmental impacts Club Link's Wendy knowledge and expertise at Aurora's Highland Gate Burgess said her compa- on a project such as this," Golf Club were highlighted ny was originally informed said Ms. Burgess. at council last Tuesday as by the Lake Simcoe During the meeting a video presentation from Region Conservation Mayor Phyllis Morris and the Lake Simcoe Region Authority that funding was Councillor Evelina Conservation Authority available for the project. MacEachern underlined was played for the assem- "There's a benefit from the importance of having bled audience. working with the a partner in the Lake "In municipalities all Conservation Authority Simcoe Region over the Lake Simcoe because they bring the Conservation Authority. watershed, watercourses like [the one flowing through Highland Gate] Members of the Crimson Rotary Club team celebrate their 1-0 victory over are being redesigned," White Lightning Mr. Dairy team in a bantam championship house league said Christa Sharp, hockey game recently. Jennifer English scored the winning goal in overtime Watershed Coordinator for with the assist going to Shannon MacMillan. Girls were participating in the the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority in Central York Girls Hockey Association league championship action at the video. Aurora’s Recreation Centre on Wellington Street East. "Here in a busy area of Aurora, Club Link and the Highland Gate Golf Club have a project to make Gateway Café & Lanes Aurora this watercourse more 210 Edward St., 905-727-2900 Relay seeks help www.gatewaylanes.ca esthetically attractive On June 11, people who family and friends lost to can- participants to hear. The while improving water have been touched by can- cer and we honour those Relay for Life is not a con- quality and wildlife habi- FAMILY LAW LAWYER cer will have an opportunity continuing to fight by lighting cert. The music is secondary tat. to "celebrate, remember, and hundreds of dedicated lumi- to the event as a whole and "Ultimately this design Patrick M. Gaffney fight back", according to Lynn naries that light our path the volume would be kept to recognizes the needs of Practicing all aspects of Family Law to Pearson, Committee Chair along the way at night." a reasonable level. the golf course, the near- resolve parenting, support, and property issues arising from separating families. for Aurora's Relay For Life Ms Pearson and Alex Opening ceremonies for by residents, and the envi- A practitioner of Collaborative Family event. Reil, area manager for the the 2010 Relay For Life begin ronmental aspects." Law – a client controlled, lawyer assisted, Relay For Life, the Canadian Cancer Society, at 7 p.m., with the relay kick- Improvements in this out-of-court process focussing on achieving Canadian Cancer Society's appeared before a general ing off with the Survivor area include the installa- mutually acceptable solutions. most prominent fundraiser committee meeting to seek Victory Lap at 7.30. The lumi- tion of an open span • 1/2 hour free consultation • accepts Legal Aid for research, will be held that and receive a noise exemp- nary ceremony follows at 10 bridge to improve water evening at Magna tion for the event to have p.m. followed by overnight flow, the reconfiguration of #201 - 16610 Bayview Avenue, Newmarket International on Wellington area musicians perform inter- entertainment commencing the area with a "pool and PH: 905-953-0023 FX: 905-953-0023 e-mail: [email protected] Street East running through mittently through the night. at 11 p.m. ripple design" which will the next morning. "The bands play on and Teams of 10 are still being promote aeration in the "The event begins with off over the 12 hours to keep accepted. For information on watercourse, the stabiliza- the first lap being walked by us awake and on track when how to participate and submit tion of river banks, and the the survivors and their all we're on the track," said Ms your team, call Karen at 905- planting of a vegetative important caregivers,” Ms Pearson. "We aim to have the 830-0447, ext. 3833. buffer "to reduce contami- Pearson said. “We remember volume just high enough for nants and improve habitat. "The pond area will be reduced and a wetland will • Manicure • Solar Nails be created which will be • Spa Pedicure • UV Gel Nails Petch House to live? suitable for ducks and • Bio Gel • Acrylic other birds that the neigh- • Air Brush Design February. were high," said Councillor bours enjoy," said Ms. From page 1 At a February council MacEachern, referring to fig- Sharp. "Fish passage and Walk-ins welcome ommend an RFP as a fair meeting, Aurora resident ures presented to Council in habitat will also be 130 Hollidge Blvd. • 905-727-6030 and transparent approach to and historical activist David earlier reports. "However, the improved." determine available options Heard suggested that some expression of that contractor "The funding for this and associated cost for the beams from the house might was that this project would project has been made restoration of the house," be installed at the Church be a project of passion. available through said Marco Ramunno, Street School Cultural Therefore, there is expressed Environment Canada's Director of Planning in a Centre. interest in the community to Lake Simcoe Cleanup report to Council. However, Laura bid on the project. Fund, the Lake Simcoe

More than $95,000 is Schembri, Executive "The recommendation to Conservation Foundation, BROKERAGE available in Aurora's Director of the Cultural go with an RFP is the only this golf course, and the “TOP PRODUCER 2009” approved Capital Budget for Centre said, "due to the way to get a true cost of what Lake Simcoe Region MARTIN READ the restoration of the Petch multi-purpose design and [it takes] to get this structure Conservation Authority," The Right Choice House. use of the walls and room up and running. she added. "These kinds 905-841-1030 "The Petch Log House is spaces we could not consid- “So we get our RFP and if of projects show that golf Sales Representative HONESTY and INTEGRITY Direct: 416-460-0453 an important heritage er mounting a permanent or we like the price we can go courses can keep interest- GOOD OLD FASHIONED HARD WORK www.martinread.ca resource to the Town of semi-permanent display with it. If not, we're back at ing course features and Aurora and its long term within the building. hanging timbers some- nurture wildlife and water preservation and public use According to Councillor where." areas." would enrich the communi- Evelina MacEachern, media ty's heritage," continued Mr. coverage of the Petch Ramunno. House's fate has renewed HOMPSO Mr. Ramunno's report interest in the structure. Funeral Home outlined a number of devel- "I got a phone call from T N opments regarding the Petch contractors if that is the right House since it was last word and they thought the 530 Industrial Pkwy. S., Aurora L4G 6W8 brought up at Council in [original] cost estimates Phone 905-727-5421 * Fax 905-727-0037 Directors: Brent Forrester - Laura Windover - Lorraine Lewis - Gena Maker - Enza Nikalaidis

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Aurora Minor Hockey Association IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING 2010/2011 REGISTRATION AND REP TRYOUTS (AAA, AA, A, AE, SELECT)

Registration for the 2010-2011 hockey season will begin online APRIL 9TH, and in person on APRIL 9th. Please refer to our website www.auroraminorhockey.net for further information.

Registration fees for the 2010/2011 season are: Rec Sports, shown here, won the Monday night hockey league title with a 4-3 $500.00 (Tyke to Minor Midget) victory over Baldwin’s recently. Members are, back row, left to right, Bob Ince, $535.00 (Midget Mark Lemmon, Mike Allen, Gerry Mackrell, Scott Shepperd, Kevin O’Keefe, Ed Kilroy; front row, left to right, Jason Muise, Graeme Goodfellow, Julian Dalcin, The AMHA will accept children born in 2004 for our Tyke Hockey Andrew Dalton, John Andersen, Doug Adair and Jason Hurlbut. With the tro- Program. phy is Ken Heinrich. Absent when the photo was taken was John Kennedy. In It is recommended that they have either taken skating lessons or the consolation game, Priestly Demolition dumped FPL Aggregates 8-0. completed one year of Opti Hockey. ------

A PERMISSION TO SKATE FOR AAA TRYOUTS CANNOT BE “Aurora Miler” added PROVIDED UNTIL APRIL 12TH (after the completion of the OHF to July 1st activities Championships). In order to receive a permission to skate or tryout for an AMHA Rep Aurora's Canada Day "About six weeks ago I ago, then as a race director Team (AA, A, AE, SELECT) PLEASE NOTE: Parade will get off on a dif- was having some treatment for four years, ending as ferent foot this year with the by a physiotherapist in the event's Chief Financial 1) You must reside in Aurora or reside in a right of choice area (refer Officer before it was turned addition of a one-mile race town and we talked about to OMHA website for information on right of choice areas). before the floats make their the possibility of running a over to the Southlake way down Yonge Street. one-miler on Canada Day," Foundation. In a presentation to said Mr. Cappelletti, who "We look forward to 2) You must be registered with the AMHA and the fee paid in full. council recently, parade described himself as an working with you on a great organizer Sher St. Kitts and avid runner and athlete. Canada Day Parade and running enthusiast John "Shortly thereafter I called also the Southlake Run as IF YOU ARE A NEW RESIDENT OF AURORA, YOU WILL NEED TO Cappelletti outlined their the town and they put me in well," said Mayor Phyllis COMPLETE THE NECESSARY TRANSFER PAPERWORK PRIOR TO vision for the new event - touch with Sher and I pro- Morris. "Bob Hartwell was a REGISTRATION. PLEASE ALLOW 2-4 WEEKS FOR THIS The Aurora Miler. posed it as an idea as an wonderful gentleman and PROCESS. "This is something we add-on to the parade. From many of us remember him had tried to do in 2008, but our perspective it was rela- fondly." we just didn't have the tively easy to organize The annual kick-off For those requiring registration for AAA tryouts, the AMHA office will be momentum. Now, here it because the roads were party for the Canada Day open: is," said Ms. St. Kitts. "It is closed already, the length Parade is on the evening of just a mile run before the is short, straight, can be April 21 at Jonathan's parade, which is at a time easily marshaled and it Restaurant. SAT APRIL 17 MON APRIL 19 WED APRIL 21 10AM – 1PM 7PM – 9PM 7PM – 9PM when the roads are would have wide appeal "It's not about raising closed." because it appeals equally money, it's all about raising Ms. St. Kitts said she to the hardcore runners, the bar in Canada's SAT APRIL 24 MON APRIL 26 WED APRIL 28 believed since the 2010 the track guys who want to Birthday Town and cele- 10AM – 1PM 7PM – 9PM 7PM – 9PM Canada Day Parade is hon- see how fast they can go brating who we are, and ouring the Vancouver the distance, and also the getting more people who Olympics and Canada's 14 novice runners and walkers want to help us with the DURING THESE AMHA OFFICE HOURS WE WILL ONLY gold medals, having this who might want to partici- athletic portion...and just REGISTER THOSE WHO REQUIRE A PERMISSION TO SKATE. "display of red hot pate in it as well." supporting the parade in Canadian pride coming Mr. Capelletti said he general," said Ms. St. Kitts. down Yonge Street" is was involved in the former "[With the Aurora AMHA Rep tryouts will begin on April 27TH. Once the schedule is important. Hartwell Challenge from its Community Heritage Fair confirmed it will be posted on the website. She also said it will help inception, first as a found- on the same day], April 21 "galvanize" the event. ing member eight years is a big day in Aurora!" Proudly supporting local sports Richmond Hill Subaru KING ROAD STOUFFVILLE RD.

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* * * * May 6, 7 and 8, at the Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church From page 2 A free Nordic Pole "First Steps Clinic" will be held at 9 Street, Aurora. On Thursday and Friday May 6 and 7 the beginners are welcome. a.m. followed by a free Nordic Pole "Next Steps Clinic" at sale will operate from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and on Saturday, * * * * 10.30 a.m. at St. Andrew’s Valley Golf Course, 4 Pinnacle May 8 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. There is free parking, free Aurora Rotary Club meets every Monday at 6.30 p.m. Trail. admission and a door prize.Call 905-727-1278 for further at Gabriel's on Yonge Street. New members are welcome. TUESDAY, APRIL 20 information or visit http://www.pinetreepotters.ca. For further information call 905-841-1352 or 905-713- “Shop Like the Planet's Watching!” The Aurora Public SATURDAY, MAY 22 9356. Library presents a free, instructive presentation with The The Aurora Garden & Horticultural Society is having * * * * York Region Environmental Alliance and York Region. their annual plant sale at the Aurora Public Library, Independent Order of Odd Fellows Lodge 148 meets Presentation begins at 7 p.m. in the Lebovic Room. Pre- 15145 Yonge Street, Aurora from 9.30 a.m. to noon. the first and third Tuesday of each month at 8 p.m. at register at the Adult Information Desk, or call 905-727- Everyone is welcome. 15216 Yonge Street, south of Wellington. For more infor- 9493 option 4. mation call 905-830-9205. APRIL 23 AND 24 * * * * Aurora United Church spring rummage sale at the Masonic Rising Sun Lodge meets the first Thursday of church, 15186 Yonge Street at Tyler. Times on April 23 1 each month at the Rising Sun Temple, 57 Mosley Street, p.m. to 8 p.m., for the individual sale and April 24 from 9 Aurora at 7.30 p.m. Flowers a.m. to noon for the bag sale. For further information, call * * * * 905-727-1935. by Terry Robertson Masonic Lodge meets the third Saturday SATURDAY, APRIL 24 each month at 57 Mosley Street at 10.30 a.m. Coffee Aurora Nursery School Family Fun Day, on today, con- 14799 Yonge St. Club at 9 a.m. and lunch at noon. Call 905-727-3032 or sists of children's entertainment (Lenny Graf as seen on Aurora 905-727-1080 for more information. TV Treehouse), children's activities such as face paint- Telephone: 905-726-1549 * * * * email: [email protected] ing, vendors, refreshments, a silent auction, raffle and Gamblers Anonymous meets every Tuesday night at www.flowersbyterry.com door prizes. The event is a "Family Fun-d-raiser" for the Trinity Anglican Church, Victoria Street, at 7.30 p.m. oldest not-for-profit co-operative nursery school in Aurora * * * * If we wouldn’t take it home why would we sell it to you? and will take place at the Aurora Lions Hall from 2 to 4 Progressive Euchre every Thursday night at the p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children under Aurora Legion at 7.30 p.m. Call 905-727-9932. the age of 10. For more information and tickets please * * * * 10% OFF Nicole at 905-395-2879 or email auroranurs- Canadian Federation of University Women holds [email protected]. Bridal monthly meetings at the Aurora Legion with a variety of Packages * * * * speakers. Contact Beverley at 905-727-2151. The annual senior citizens’ Spring Sale will add a * * * * mini-farmers’ market to its roster this year at the Aurora The Aurora Seniors Evergreen Choir practice in the Seniors’ Centre from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Among other things West-McKenzie Hall of the Seniors’ Centre, every there will be a 50-50 draw, a just for kids store, a white Wednesday from 2.30 to 4.30 p.m. under the direction of elephant sale and barbecue crafts. The Centre is located Enid Maiz. at 5 Municpal Drive, across from the Town Hall. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 14 MAY 1 AND 2 A Buddhist Seminar, called “A Life Philosophy for the The annual Aurora Art Show and Sale takes place at Happiness of Humanity” will be held in the Newmarket the Aurora Town Hall Saturday, May 1 from 10 a.m., to 5 Public Library multi-purpose room, 438 Park Avenue, p.m. and Sunday, May 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For all art beginning at 7 p.m. and continuing until 8.15 p.m. enthusiasts this is an important event featuring more Admission is free for the event which is presented by than 200 pieces of artwork. Amateur and professional Soka Gakkai International Association of Canada. For NEW artists from Ontario will be displaying their original two further information, call Donna Daly in Aurora at 905- LOCATION and three-dimensional artwork created in any medium 726-8074. except computer-generated art. SATURDAY, APRIL 17 MAY 6 TO 8 Once again the Newmarket Parents of Multiple Births Spring Special The Pine Tree Potters' Spring Pottery Sale wll be held Association (POMBA) will hold their spring/summer gen- ZOYA 3 sessions of tly used clothing, equipment and toy sale today. The sale underarm laser will be held at 185 Industrial Parkway North beginning in SALON & SPA hair removal the moming at 10 a.m. and continuing until 1 p.m. The 15207 Yonge St. for $ 00 sale will also include a "For Sale By Owner" Board where PILATES (905) 727-5252 99Limited timeLimited offer time offer members will be selling cribs, car seats, furniture and The 1st step to fitness at any age! other large items that are too large to bring to the sale. For more information for the cash only sale visit 1. Level I Beginner Mat/Post Physiotherapy www.newmarketpomba.ca, or contact sale coordinator 2. Pilates for Pregnancy – 2nd & 3rd Trimester [email protected]. Sunday morning at Alternative Physiotherapy, * * * * 38 Wellington Street East, Aurora. Join local artist Philippa Hajdu to design and create Please call or email for more information. your own Sacred Circles at the Aurora Public Library. This program is for children aged nine to 14, costs $15 Class size limited for Art Aurora and runs from 1 to 3.30 p.m. your personal attention!! SUNDAY, APRIL 18 Guest speaker at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Classes start: Sunday April 25th at 9:30 a.m. for The Aurora Aurora is Shama Mall, talking about the work of Christian Beginners and 10:45 a.m. for Pregnancy. Art Show churches to promote food security and education in Call 905-859-4374 or 905-727-2929 for 2010 Pakistan and Afghanistan. Speaker is in Canada for Enrolment Information & Sale meetings with Presbyterian World Service and Joan Yeates, Development and is deputy director of Church World Certified Body Control™ Pilates Instructor Service Pakistan/Afghanistan. Worship service begins at [email protected] Looking for a 10.30 a.m. Everyone is welcome. Looking for a perperfectfect piece of art Open House to give as a gift to a being planned CARE WHEN I NEED IT valued employee for community or complete your Aurora’s Dan McDonnell Understanding is the key is the president of the office look . recently formed York to providing a level of care Region Branch for the that’s hard to match. Canadian Hard of Hearing Association (CHHA), and Our experience with seniors has they are hosting an open Saturday May 1st taught us to anticipate their 10 am - 5 pm house to introduce them- wants, needs and concerns. This selves to the general pub- Sunday May 2nd commitment to care eliminates lic. 10 am - 4 pm The event will be held stress, and makes life more Saturday, April 24 at the enjoyable. Aurora TTownown Hall, 1 Municipal Drive Richmond Hill Public Library, 1 Atkinson Street, “I’m relaxed because everything in Room B. I need is right here. 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