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Steps To Protect Canada’s Killer Whales, page 5 The Manned Fighter Aircraft Is Dead, page 8 Distancing Circles At Trinity Bellwoods Park, page 12 Ontario Budget Bill Passed; Billions Set Aside For Health & Economy Total Investments Rise To $16.3B For Health Sector & $23.3B To Boost Business Activity In Province TORONTO: The Ontario leg- on our government’s promise to • Protecting frontline heroes islature has passed Bill 269, Pro- do whatever it takes to protect and vulnerable people with $1.4 tecting the People of Ontario Act people’s health and support our billion for personal protective (Budget Measures), 2021 and en- economy,” said Peter Bethlen- equipment, including more than acted into law the next phase of falvy, Minister of Finance and 315 million masks and more than the province’s ongoing response. President of the Treasury Board. 1.2 billion gloves. The government’s total in- “Right now, vaccines are the • Investing an additional vestments in protecting people’s light at the end of the tunnel. We $5.1 billion to support hospitals health have grown to $16.3 bil- have the infrastructure to get On- since the pandemic began, creat- lion, including $1 billion to en- tarians vaccinated with boots on ing more than 3,100 additional able and support COVID-19 vac- the ground to get vaccines into hospital beds. This includes $1.8 cinations, which has seen Ontario arms as they arrive in the prov- billion in 2021-22 to continue administer more vaccines than ince. What we need now are more providing care for COVID-19 pa- any other province or territory in supply of vaccines.” tients, address surgical backlogs the country. As soon as the prov- In addition to historic invest- and keep pace with patient needs. ince receives more vaccines from ments in the province’s health Minister Bethlenfalvy is greeted by Minister Christine Elliot in “We will continue to invest in the federal government, it will be system, the Ontario government the legislature during the budget presentation. our health care system, building able to further accelerate its roll- is providing $23.3 billion to pro- on record investments since the out to protect more people from tect the economy. Ontario’s CO- Additional highlights of On- with workplaces, businesses and start of the pandemic to create COVID-19. VID-19 action plan support now tario’s plan include: communities with $2.3 billion for more hospital beds, and improve “The 2021 Budget makes good totals $51 billion. • Making it safer to re-engage testing and contact tracing. Continued on page 2 India Crisis: Canada Full Focus On Vaccine Push Steps Up To Assist As 13 Hot Spots Identified TORONTO: The Ontario gov- ernment is expanding booking for COVID-19 vaccination appoint- ments to individuals 45 and over in designated hot spot communi- ties in 13 public health units, as identified by postal code, through its provincial booking system. Child care workers in licensed child care settings across the province will also be eligible to book their COVID-19 vaccina- tion appointments. As of 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, all The first 304,800 doses of Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 OTTAWA: Prime Minister of India as they face this deadly individuals who are 45 and over vaccines from the United States arrived at Pearson Airport on Justin Trudeau has announced wave of #Covid19. Canada is ex- in 2021, living in one of the 114 Wednesday. Pic: Canada Border Services Agency that Canada would be contribut- ploring all options to support In- high-risk neighbourhoods, will ians as quickly as possible and pointment through the Provincial ing $10 million to the Indian Red dia’s urgent needs.” be eligible to book a COVID-19 stop the spread in our communi- Vaccine Booking Line number Cross through Red Cross Canada WASHINGTON: The White vaccine appointment at a mass ties. I encourage everyone who at 1-833-943-3900 or directly to help in the fight against the House has said the US would be immunization clinic through the is eligible to book their appoint- through public health units that second wave of COVID-19 that sending supplies worth more than provincial online booking system ment as soon as they can.” use their own booking system. is ravaging India. $100 million to India and “meet and call centre or directly through Despite facing consistent chal- Eligible workers in licensed child Trudeau said: “Right now, the the urgent health needs of the In- public health units that use their lenges in receiving a stable and care settings will receive a letter people of India are facing a tragic dian people”. The US has already own booking system. Those reliable supply of COVID-19 from their employer. This letter situation. [We are] helping with dispatched its first batch of Co- above 18 in special hot spots will vaccines, Ontario has continued must be available at the point of everything from ambulance ser- vid-19 relief materials to India, also be eligible. to ramp up capacity and expand booking and taken to the vaccina- vices to buying personal protec- including oxygen cylinders and “This is a step forward in Phase its rollout to additional groups. tion appointment. In the coming tive equipment. We stand ready regulators, Rapid Diagnostic Test Two of our vaccine distribution Keeping childcare open is weeks, eligibility will be expand- to donate extra medical supplies, kits and N95 masks. plan to ensure we are protecting critical to the mental health and ed to child care workers in unli- too.” The US response came after a people and communities most well-being of children and in censed child care settings across Foreign Minister Marc Gar- phone call between White House at risk,” said Christine Elliott, supporting working parents in the province. neau said: “I spoke with Dr. SJ national security adviser Jake Deputy Premier and Minister of Ontario. Effective Thursday, “Ontario’s child care work- aishankar (India’s External Af- Sullivan and Indian national se- Health. “By using every available April 29, 2021, child care work- ers are making a difference and fairs Minister) to convey Can- curity adviser Ajit Doval. Last channel to deliver vaccines, we ers in licensed child care settings supporting working parents at ada’s solidarity with the people Continued on page 4 are working to vaccinate Ontar- will be eligible to book an ap- Continued on page 3 Brampton Begins Campaign On Auto Insurance ​BRAMPTON: With residents by postal codes across the city, campaign by: ing them to be part of the solu- paying the highest auto insur- with rates as high as $3,301, • Signing the online petition on tion for Brampton. The City will ance rates in the province, and which is more than two times the the City of Brampton’s website, collect all the petitions received rates continuing to rise, the City provincial average. Residents can addressed to your local Member and submit them to the relevant of Brampton is calling on the Pro- take a stand now and support the of Provincial Parliament (MPP), MPPs. vincial Government to expedite City’s #FairDealForBrampton letting them know you’re expect- • Helping spread the word the review and reform of auto in- about the campaign #FairDeal- surance rates in Ontario. ForBrampton with neighbours, City Council on Monday began family and friends on Twit- a #FairDealForBrampton cam- ter, Facebook and Instagram paign to advocate a fair deal for and staying up-to-date on the lat- Brampton residents for auto in- est news, key facts and informa- surance. Auto insurance is a ma- tion on the campaign. For more Broker jor portion of family expenses, information on the campaign visit BROKER and Brampton residents pay rates Brampton’s #FairDealForBramp- that are approximately 123 per ton website by clicking here. cent higher than the average On- Mayor Patrick Brown said: “As REMAX REAL ESTATE CENTRE INC., BROKERAGE tario driver. families in Brampton, and around Brampton drivers continue to Ontario, grapple with financial see varying auto insurance costs Combo Images: by Steve Buissinne and Open Clipart from Pixabay Continued on page 3 A-2 | Friday, April 30, 2021 national www.WeeklyVoice.com THE WEEKLY VOICE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Helping Hands From Newfoundland & Labrador Bala Menon

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photographer Manohar Sagoo Ontario Budget Includes Three Taxation Changes Gross Circulation: 30,000 Continued from page 1 tax credit for 2021. This will in- Ontario’s (FSRA) capabilities to positioned for job creation and CCNA Verified Circulation: hospitals, increase testing and fix crease support from $1,250 to enforce compliance with rules in long‑term prosperity. 29,997 long-term care,” said Minister $1,500 per family, on average, the insurance sector and to move Ontario’s Action Plan: Pro- Aug 14, 2015 Bethlenfalvy. providing about $75 million in forward in the establishment of tecting People’s Health and Our The 2021 Budget provides tax additional support for the child an oversight framework for finan- Economy provides the resources relief that will help families with care expenses of over 300,000 cial planners and advisors. necessary to finish the battle with the cost of childcare, help work- families. • Build capability for Invest COVID-19, building on the gov- ers with the cost of training and To encourage business invest- Ontario, a new provincial agency ernment’s record investments. encourage regional investment ment in certain regions of the that will promote the province as • Expenses eligible for the All advertising in The Weekly Voice is subject to the publisher’s and job growth. province that have lagged in a key investment destination and Ontario Jobs Training Tax Credit approval and the advertiser Bill 269 includes the following employment growth in the past, act as a “one-stop shop” for busi- are the same as those that can be agrees to indemnify the publish- three changes to the Taxation Act, Ontario is temporarily doubling nesses and investors. It will move claimed for the Canada Train- ers against claims arising from 2007 that will bring direct relief the Regional Opportunities In- at the speed of business and drive ing Credit, which can include publication of any advertisement to people and businesses in the vestment Tax Credit rate to 20 per greater economic growth, sup- personal support worker training submitted by the advertiser. midst of this crisis: cent from 10 per cent, resulting in port strategic domestic firms, and programs, graphic design pro- Jobs Training Tax Credit total tax credit support of about attract business from around the grams, heavy machinery training COPYRIGHT NOTICE The new Ontario Jobs Training $155 million by 2022–23. world to create good jobs. programs and more, as well as All copyright and other intellectual Tax Credit is a temporary, refund- Bill 269 also includes the fol- • Amending the Ministry postsecondary courses. property rights in the contents here of able Personal Income Tax credit lowing changes: of Economic Development and • Eligible individuals can are the property of The Weekly Voice for 2021, helping workers get the • Enacting the new Securities Trade Act, 1990 to require that claim the enhanced CARE tax and not that of the customer. 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Province To Introduce Three Paid COVID-19 Leave Days For Workers TORONTO: While Ontario government tive until September 25, 2021, the date the io, especially our tireless essential work- continues to work with the federal govern- CRSB will expire. ers,” said Minister McNaughton. “It is a ment to further support vulnerable work- By providing time-limited access to three tremendously positive step that the federal ers by doubling payments made through paid leave days, the province is ensuring government has signaled their willingness the Canada Recovery Sickness Benefit employees can pay their bills as they help to continue discussions on the CRSB. Now (CRSB) program, the province will intro- stop the spread of the virus, including by we can fix the outstanding gap in the feder- duce legislation that, if passed, will offer getting tested, waiting for their results in al program so workers can get immediate up to three paid sick days per employee. isolation or going to get their vaccine. The support and can stay home when needed.” Monte McNaughton, Minister of La- province will partner with the Workplace The province has also offered to pro- bour, Training and Skills Development, Safety and Insurance Board to deliver the vide funding to Ottawa to double CRSB will introduce legislation that would, if program and reimburse employers up to payments to Ontario residents, adding an passed, require employers to provide em- $200 per day for each employee. additional $500 per week to eligible in- ployees with up to $200 of pay for up to “Our government has long advocated dividuals for a total of $1,000 per week. three days if they are missing work be- for the federal government to enhance the Combined with the province’s proposed cause of COVID-19. This program will Canada Recovery Sickness Benefit pro- three days of paid COVID-19 leave, dou- Minister Monte McNaughton be retroactive to April 19, 2021 and effec- gram to better protect the people of Ontar- bling the CRSB would provide Ontario week through the Canada Recovery Sick- workers with access to the most generous ness Benefit program. ” pandemic paid leave in the country. If an eligible worker learns that they Peter Bethlenfalvy, Minister of Finance must isolate for longer than 50 per cent and President of the Treasury Board, said: of the time they would have otherwise “The government of Canada and Ontario worked for the week, whether because of have done a historic job delivering the a positive COVID-19 test or risk of expo- Safe Restart Agreement last year. New sure, they may apply for the Canada Re- provincial funding would allow eligible covery Sickness Benefit if they haven’t individuals to receive a total of $1000 per taken a paid leave day under this proposal. ‘Our Aging Population Will Reduce Labour Force, Exacerbate Deficits’ VANCOUVER: The continued aging of cits, as costs grow and fewer working-age Canada’s population will reduce participa- Canadians are available to pay taxes. tion in the labour force, which in turn will Having reached a peak growth rate of hinder economic recovery and contribute 3.8 per cent in the early 1970s (when Baby to rising budget deficits for governments Boomers entered the labour market) the la- across the country, finds a new study re- bour force growth rate slipped below 1 per leased by the Fraser Institute, an indepen- cent in the 1980s. dent, non-partisan, Canadian public policy Since then, the growth rate rebounded to think-tank. 1.7 per cent between 1996 and 2006, when “The percentage of Canadians work- a booming economy and labour shortages ing or looking for work has continued to drew people into the labour force, includ- drop, even before COVID-19, and poli- ing an historic reversal of the long-term cymakers should understand the potential decline in the participation of people over consequences,” said Philip Cross, senior 55. But, Canada’s labour force participa- fellow at the Fraser Institute and author tion rate has fallen from 68 per cent in of The Implications of Slowing Growth in 2008 to 64.1 per cent in 2020 as the Baby Canada’s Labour Force. Boomers began to retire in large numbers. According to the study, Canada’s labour Crucially, projections from Statistics force growth rate will continue to slow in Canada show labour force growth dwin- the coming years, which means there will dling to zero by 2026. be a smaller share of people working with “Unless significant changes occur in an increasing share of seniors, which re- the coming years, Canada’s aging popula- sults in higher government spending on tion means labour force participation rates health and income support programs. will continue to decline, making govern- This will adversely affect government ment deficits harder to avoid,” said Cross. finances, and will exacerbate budget defi- (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) www.WeeklyVoice.com National Friday, April 30, 2021 | A-3 Brampton Recognized For National Excellence In Urban Design Planning Uptown Brampton Transit-Oriented Communities Toolkit Wins Canadian Architects’ Award

The plan is to have a vibrant city with 20-minute walkable communities and high-density growth. Pictures: City of Brampton ‘Uptown Brampton’ Toolkit.

BRAMPTON: The City of Brampton by the jurors included: Uptown into a transit-oriented commu- flect the ideas and needs of our residents. has won an Award of Excellence for its • demonstration of a deep understanding nity makes perfect sense for our residents, Congratulations to our Urban Design team submission of “Uptown Brampton Transit- of the craft of landscape architecture and businesses and local stakeholders.” on this prestigious award. The Shoppers Oriented Communities Toolkit” from The attention to composition and detail; David Barrick, Chief Administrative World site at Uptown provides a unique Canadian Society of Landscape Architects • demonstration of excellence in lead- Officer, City of Brampton, added: “At the opportunity to advance investment in de- (CSLA) in the category of Planning and ership, project management, breadth of City, we are dedicated to planning livable, veloping this area of Brampton into a tran- Analysis. work, new directions, or new technology; healthy and complete communities that re- sit-oriented community.” Brampton’s Urban Design team part- • innovation in concept, process, materi- nered with the Toronto School of Cities’ als, or implementation; and the Urban Land Institute Toronto Dis- • promotion of the discipline amongst trict Council in developing the project. related professions, clients, and the gen- The “Uptown Brampton Transit-Oriented eral public; and, Communities Toolkit” explores a collab- • demonstration of exemplary environ- orative city-building model that supports mental and/or social awareness. better alignment between public sector, Mayor Patrick Brown said: “Brampton private sector, non-profit and local com- is a forward-thinking City of opportunities munities. and we are committed to leading the way The Uptown model unlocks the value of on smart planning for vibrant, healthy and a “26-hour City”, where 20-minute walk- complete communities. I applaud our Ur- able communities eliminate the high cost ban Design team for continuing to develop of commuting and car-ownership – pro- plans for 20-minute walkable communities viding “extra hours” every day improving and showing the way on how we unlock HIGH RATIO ONLY* quality of life and productivity. the potential of Uptown Brampton.” This model also supports the creation Martin Medeiros, Regional Councillor, 5 Yrs Fixed of high-quality jobs and employment, and Wards 3 & 4; Chair, Planning and Devel- helps move the city towards a carbon-neu- opment, City of Brampton, “The Steeles @1.60%* tral future. stop of the Hurontario LRT is noted in the Fourteen projects received a national Metrolinx 2041 Regional Transportation 5 Yrs Variable award from CSLA, during the awards Plan and the Brampton Official Plan as a @1.14%* ceremony held earlier this month. These Gateway Mobility Hub. award-winning projects showcase the This designation supports high den- range of what landscape architects do and sity growth and design considerations for how they’re helping reshape places where multiple modes of travel, including high we live, work and play. quality walking and cycling infrastructure. Winners were selected by a national jury If the global pandemic has taught us any- of landscape architects. A total of 72 sub- thing, it is that we must be ready to adapt missions were received. Criteria applied to changing behaviours. Transforming Rajesh Khurana, MBA Principal Broker Ontario’s Vaccine Rollout Cell: 416-616-1300 Continued from page 1 cally within their target communities and this critical time,” said Stephen Lecce, local public health units. Minister of Education. “That’s why child • Hot spot communities are located in care workers provincewide will be eligible these 13 public health unit regions: Dur- to book a vaccine appointment.” ham Region Health Department; Halton Ontarians who are now eligible to book Region Public Health; City of Hamilton Tel: 289-521-6900 their vaccine appointment are asked to be Public Health Services; Niagara Region patient, as it could take time for them to Public Health; Ottawa Public Health; Peel 1305 Matheson Blvd. E, Mississauga ON L4W 1R1 receive an appointment. Vaccine adminis- Public Health; Simcoe-Muskoka District tration rates are based on supply of vac- Health Unit; Region of Waterloo Public • [email protected] • www.mortgagediligent.com cines from the federal government, local Health and Emergency Services; Wel- *Rates are subject to change without notice. • FSCO # 10252, OAC, E&O.E. Some conditions apply.* context and may differ as vaccine supply lington-Dufferin Guelph Public Health; is delivered across the province. Windsor-Essex County Health Unit; York • As of April 26, 2021, at 8:00 p.m., al- Region Public Health; Toronto Public most 4.8 million vaccine doses have been Health; and Southwestern Public Health. administered across the province, with • To further support hot spot communi- over 90 per cent of Ontario residents aged ties, the Ontario government is dedicat- 80 and over having received at least one ing 25 per cent of vaccine allocations to dose and 36.6 per cent of the population hot spot communities across the 13 pub- aged 18 and over having received at least lic health unit regions, targeting mobile one dose. teams, pop-up clinics, mass immunization More than 88 per cent of residents aged clinics, hospitals and pharmacies. 75 to 79 have now received their first shot. • Eligible groups can use Ontario’s vac- Over 326,000 Ontarians are fully immu- cine booking system to find out how to nized. schedule an appointment, or can call the • Ontario has received 5,248,345 dos- Provincial Vaccine Booking Line number es of vaccines since December 2020. In at 1-833-943-3900. April, the province received 1,584,180 For general inquiries, individuals can doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine, call the Provincial Vaccine Information 706,300 doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine Line number at 1-888-999-6488. The and 764,800 doses of the Moderna vac- Provincial Vaccine Booking Line and In- cine. The province is expecting 4,089,150 formation Line are open Monday to Sun- doses of Pfizer in May and is waiting for day from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and is capable confirmation of shipments for Moderna, of providing assistance in more than 300 AstraZeneca and Johnson & Johnson. languages. • Individuals aged 18 and over are eligi- • Employers, who are located within an ble for vaccination through mobile teams identified hot-spot community and meet and pop-up clinics in targeted hot spots. the eligibility criteria, can inquire about Mobile and pop-up clinics in hot spots for hosting an onsite clinic by contacting co- those 18 and older will be promoted lo- [email protected]. Auto Insurance Rates In Brampton Continued from page 1 a #FairDealForBrampton.”Gurpreet Dhil- challenges arising from the COVID-19 lon, Regional Councillor, Wards 9 & 10, pandemic, governments must continue to added: “Brampton drivers have been pay- work together to address the rising costs ing higher automobile insurance rates than of auto insurance. the rest of the province just because of “Change is long overdue and we must postal codes for far too long. It’s time the end postal code discrimination in de- Provincial Government followed up on its termining insurance rates. Together, the promise to review and reform automobile people of Brampton can take a stand on insurance rates. It’s time we got a #FairD- skyrocketing auto insurance rates and get ealForBrampton.” A-4 | Friday, April 30, 2021 national www.WeeklyVoice.com Guardians’ Council Discusses Steps To Improve Health Of Great Lakes System

Minister Jeff Yurek at the Great Lakes Guardian Council meeting. The Great Lakes - The world’s largest freshwater lake system. Pic: Water Canada/Twitter TORONTO: Jeff Yurek, Min- across Ontario, including First both Earth Day ity and Ecosystem Health. tumn Peltier, Ontario Regional ister of the Environment, Con- Nations and Métis communities, and Great Lakes Day. Protecting “In response to the COVID-19 Chief RoseAnne Archibald of servation and Parks, has issued environmental organizations, and and restoring the Great Lakes is pandemic, we are also investing Chiefs of Ontario, as well as rep- the following statement fol- the science community, on ways a key commitment in the govern- $12 million in a new initiative to resentatives from Ducks Unlim- lowing a virtual meeting of the to safeguard the world’s largest ment’s Made-in-Ontario Envi- detect the COVID virus in waste- ited Canada, Federation of On- Great Lakes Guardians’ Council, freshwater lake system. ronment Plan. water, which will enhance the tario Cottagers, Pollution Probe, co-chaired by Glen Hare, Grand “99 per cent of Ontarians live “Each year, Ontario invests ap- ability of local public health units the Council of Great Lakes Re- Council Chief of the Anishinabek in the Great Lakes basin, so it is proximately $14 million in pro- to identify, monitor and manage gion and Swim Drink Fish. It is Nation. Prsentations were also vital that we focus our collective tection and restoration projects potential outbreaks. through collaborations like this made by Andrea Khanjin, MPP efforts on protecting these valu- such as the Great Lakes Local “I’ thank everyone who partici- Council that we can share ideas for Barrie-Innisfil and others. able water resources by reducing Action Fund and the Great Lakes pated in the sixth meeting of the and build partnerships that make “The sixth meeting of the Great plastic pollution, improving wa- Plastic Cleanup. Great Lakes Guardians’ Council, it possible to continue making Lakes Guardians’ Council was an ter quality and supporting healthy The province is also partnering especially co-chair Grand Coun- important progress on our com- opportunity for Grand Council shorelines. with the federal government to fi- cil Chief Hare and Great Lakes mitments to ensure that the Great Chief Glen Hare and I to hear “It was especially fitting that nalize the Canada-Ontario Agree- partners Anishinabek Nation Lakes can be enjoyed today and from leaders and experts from the Council met today, which is ment on Great Lakes Water Qual- Chief Water Commissioner Au- for generations to come.” US Aid For India As Modi Over 60 New E-Vehicle Chargers Reviews COVID-19 Situation Continued from page 1 to oxygen availability, medicines Coming To Ontario And Quebec week, the US had said the coun- and health infrastructure. try would not be exporting raw The Prime Minister’s Office materials for vaccine production (PMO) said: “It was discussed in India because ‘American citi- that the production of liquid med- zens are our priority’ - a statement ical oxygen (LMO) in the country which caused widespread anger has increased from 5,700 MT per in India. day in August 2020 to the present A US statement on Wednesday 8,922 MT on April 25. The do- said: “The US deployed the first mestic production of LMO is ex- of several emergency Covid-19 pected to cross 9,250 MT per day relief shipments to India. Arriv- by the end of April 2021,” it said. ing in New Delhi from Travis Air The Prime Minister was briefed Force Base on the world’s largest about the functioning of the Oxy- military aircraft, the shipment in- gen Express Railways service as cludes 440 oxygen cylinders and well as the domestic sorties and regulators.” international sorties undertaken “In addition, on this first flight, by the IAF to transport oxygen USAID has sent 960,000 Rapid tankers. Diagnostic Tests to identify in- “They informed the Prime Min- Ottawa’s plan is ‘Net Zero’ for carbon by 2050. Pic: Seamus O’Regan Jr. fections early to help prevent the ister on efforts to break the chain OTTAWA: The Government vehicles (ZEVs) and provide con- through Natural Resources Can- community spread of Covid-19, of transmission. of Canada is building a low emis- sumers with more green options ada’s Zero-Emission Vehicle and 100,000 N95 masks to pro- United Nations: The pres- sions energy future to strengthen to charge and drive their vehicles. Infrastructure Program, which tect India’s frontline healthcare ident of the 75th session of the the economy, create good, mid- Valued at more supports Canada’s ambitious heroes,” the statement said. UN General Assembly, Volkan dle-class jobs and support our than $480,000 with the contri- target to have all new passenger The US is also providing the Bozkir, has called for internation- natural resource sectors. bution from SWTCH Energy, a vehicles sold in Canada be ZEVs first tranche of a planned 20,000 al aid to India in its fight against Seamus O’Regan Jr., Min- renewable energy dealer head- by 2040. treatment courses of the anti-viral the Covid-19 pandemic. ister of Natural Resourc- quartered in Toronto, the project Seamus O’Regan Jr. said: ”We drug Remdesivir to help treat India is a country that has done es, has announced a more will provide an innovative EV are giving Canadians the greener hospitalised Covid-19 patients. so much to ensure the distribution than $235,000 investment charging and energy management options they want to get to where NEW DELHI: Prime Minister of vaccines to vulnerable coun- for SWTCH Energy Inc. to install platform for users, designed spe- they need to go. This is how we Narendra Modi chaired a meeting tries and it time for the world to 61 electric vehicle (EV) chargers cifically for multi-unit residential get to net zero by 2050.” with top officials to review the extend aid and support to India, in Ontario and Quebec to encour- buildings. The government has invested situation in the country relating Boskir said. age the adoption of zero-emission Federal funding is provided over $600 million to make EVs more affordable and charging in- frastructure more accessible. This includes creating a coast-to-coast network of fast chargers and charging in more localized areas where Canadians live, work and play. This investment also sup- ports natural gas refuelling sta- tions along key freight corridors, hydrogen stations in metropoli- tan centres, the demonstration of next-generation charging tech- nologies, and the development of enabling codes and standards. The government is providing incentives of up to $5,000 for Ca- nadian consumers to buy EVs to increase affordability and full tax write-offs for businesses purchas- ing them. These investments comple- ment Canada’s strengthened cli- mate plan, A Healthy Environ- ment and a Healthy Economy, VISITORS, which further accelerates zero- emission vehicle adoption with an additional $150 million for Davinder Singh ZEV infrastructure and an addi- Call For Honest Advice tional $287 million for purchas- MONTHLY & ANNUAL PLANS - HARD TO BEAT OUR PREMIUMS ing incentives for Canadians. The government said it would continues to support green infra- SUPER VISA INSURANCE structure projects. www.WeeklyVoice.com National Friday, April 30, 2021 | A-5 Ottawa Strengthening Measures To Protect Southern Resident Killer Whales Ottawa: The Southern Resi- dent killer whale is an icon of Canada’s pacific coast and this endangered species has an im- portant cultural significance for Indigenous peoples and coastal communities in British Columbia (B.C.). The Government of Can- ada said in a statement that it has taken strong, consistent action to protect and restore its population and will continue to do so. For the third consecutive year, it will enact measures to further protect these whales in Canadian waters. Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, the Honourable Bernadette Jordan, and the Minister of Environment and Climate Change Canada and The Southern Resident Killer Whales are critically endangered. Pic: Bernadette Jordan/Twitter Minister Responsible for Parks Canada, the Honourable Jona- the Strait of Juan de Fuca from Ensuring the protection of iconic Southern Resident killer with the local whale watching than Wilkinson, has announced August 1to October 31, 2021. Southern Resident killer whales whale. We’re seeing encourag- and ecotourism industry partners protective measures for this year These actions will help protect requires a long-term, collec- ing results from our enhanced who have committed to once and beyond. the whales’ access to Chinook tive effort by the Government of measures, but we’re not stopping again not offering or promoting Measures include: salmon with minimal disturbance Canada and other partners. These there. We will continue to build tours focused on Southern Resi- • For the second year, ves- in key foraging areas. measures once again reflect ad- on our success and work in part- dent killer whales. sels will be prohibited from ap- • The introduction of a new pi- vice from First Nations, the nership with industry and Indig- • The 2020 measures resulted proaching any killer whale within lot closure protocol for commer- Southern Resident killer whale enous groups to ensure the sur- in more than 155 enforcement ac- a 400-meter distance in south- cial and recreational salmon fish- Technical Working Groups, the vival and growth of this species. tions. This was fewer violations ern B.C. coastal waters between eries in the southern Gulf Islands, Indigenous and Multi-stakehold- The Southern Resident killer than in previous years. Campbell River and Ucluelet, whereby fishery closures are trig- er Advisory Group, and from whale has called our pacific coast • The Vancouver Fraser Port including Barkley and Howe gered by the first confirmed pres- public consultations. home for thousands of years, and Authority-led Enhancing Ceta- Sound. This is in effect year- ence of Southern Resident killer Omar Alghabra said: “A we want to see them endure for cean Habitat and Observation round until May 31, 2022. whales in the area. Monitoring healthy biodiversity is essential to generations, and return to their (ECHO) program will also an- • Re-introducing three interim will begin in the area on June 1, our long-term prosperity. That’s former abundance.” nounce measures related to large sanctuary zones off Pender Is- 2021, and once a Southern Resi- why, for the past three years, our Jonathan Wilkinson, Minis- commercial vessels. land, Saturna Island and at Swift- dent killer whale is confirmed, government has worked with sev- ter of Environment and Climate • Canada’s Oceans Protection sure Bank, in effect from June 1 fishery closures will be triggered eral partners to help ensure the Change, said: “Together, we are Plan, Whales Initiative and an to November 30, 2021. No vessel and will remain in place until Oc- protection of Southern Resident protecting the iconic and cultural- additional federal investment of traffic will be permitted in these tober 31, 2021. killer whales. With the recent ly significant Southern Resident $61.5 million are supporting the areas, subject to certain excep- • Continuing to help reduce birth of three new calves, it is killer whale. Stronger controls survival and recovery of South- tions for emergency situations contaminants in the environ- imperative that we continue our and increased monitoring of con- ern Resident killer whales, North and Indigenous vessels. ment affecting whales and their efforts to ensure a quieter, safer taminants is part of the long-term Atlantic right whales, and St. • Putting fishery closures in prey. Long-term actions focus on environment for this iconic spe- and sustained effort to help these Lawrence Estuary belugas by im- place for commercial and rec- enhancing regulatory controls, cies.” magnificent animals recover and plementing protection measures, reational salmon in a portion monitoring and research, shar- Bernadette Jordan said: “Our thrive.” increasing research and monitor- of Swiftsure Bank from July ing information and data, and ex- Government has made it our le- • The Minister of Transport ing activities and by taking action 16 to October 31, 2021, and in panding outreach and education. gal and moral duty to protect the will also renew the agreement to address key threats. Tough New Law Proposed Against Street Racing And Stunt Driving; Will Also Regulate Tow Industry TORONTO: A tough new law - cussions on those who complete- the Moving Ontarians More Safe- ly disregard the law, putting the ly Act, 2021, also known as the lives and safety of other road us- MOMS Act - has been introduced ers in jeopardy. It will also create by the the Ontario government in a much-needed regulatory frame- the legislation. The bill was first work for the towing industry.” moved by MPP Nina Tangri. Scott Butler, Executive Direc- The proposed legislation will tor, Ontario Good Roads Associa- introduce new measures to com- tion, said: “We applaud the steps bat high-risk driving and improve the Ontario government has taken road safety, including longer to address road safety concerns driver’s licence suspensions and and issues with the Moving On- longer vehicle impoundment pe- tarians More Safely Act. This is riods for drivers who engage in an important first step toward re- stunt driving, street racing and alizing a future where Ontarians aggressive driving. are no longer fatally injured or “Both as Minister of Transpor- seriously hurt on our roadways.” tation and a parent to driving- Commissioner Thomas Car- aged teens, I am extremely con- rique, Ontario Provincial Police, Street racing... Representative Image by Christine Sponchia from Pixabay cerned by the rising numbers of added: “Engaging in stunt driv- young drivers in Ontario caught charges on municipal roads,” said previous five years. or more above the posted limit. ing, racing and speeding is more stunt driving, street racing and Kinga Surma, Associate Minister • Young drivers 16-25 repre- Superintendent Scott Baptist than just breaking the law. It en- driving aggressively,” said Caro- of Transportation (GTA). “With sented only 19 per cent of drivers Unit Commander – Traffic Ser- dangers lives and results in fa- line Mulroney, Minister of Trans- this Act, we are taking concrete involved in collisions between vices, Toronto Police Service, talities and injuries. The MOMS portation. action to protect people and fami- March and June 2020 but 42 per said: “By creating a series of es- Act is an important step towards “By increasing driver’s licence lies on our roads.” cent of drivers involved in col- calating sanctions for aggressive addressing road safety issues cre- suspensions and vehicle im- “Stunt driving and street rac- lisions with a police-recorded driving behaviours, the law will ated by aggressive drivers and poundment periods, the MOMS ing are serious threats that have speed of 50 km per hour (km/h) focus the most significant reper- unsafe towing practices.” Act sends a clear message to posed a greater risk to our com- drivers – driving is a privilege munities during the COVID-19 and those who threaten the safety pandemic,” said Solicitor Gen- of others have no place on our eral Sylvia Jones. “The increased roads.” penalties and sanctions proposed If passed by the legislature, the under the MOMS Act, along with MOMS Act would also introduce the creation of the new Towing measures to protect vulnerable and Storage Safety and Enforce- road users, such as pedestrians ment Act, will ensure police ser- and highway workers, improve vices across the province have the truck safety and strengthen the tools they need to combat high- province’s oversight of the tow- risk driving on Ontario’s roads.” ing sector by creating the Towing • The number of driver’s li- and Storage Safety and Enforce- cence suspensions issued at road- ment Act, 2021. This Act would side for street racing/stunt driving require tow operators, tow truck increased 130 per cent between drivers and vehicle storage opera- 2013 and 2019. tors to be certified, and set new • Roadside driver’s licence standards for customer protection suspensions for street racing/ Nursing Leadership and Management and roadside behaviours, includ- stunt driving increased an addi- Hotel & Services Management ing penalties for non-compliance. tional 52 per cent between March “The MOMS Act targets the and August 2020 compared to worst actors on our roads by creat- the same period in 2019. Nearly ing escalating suspensions for re- five per cent of drivers suspend- peat offenders and setting a lower ed during this period had one or speed threshold for stunt driving more previous suspensions in the A-6 | Friday, April 30, 2021 national www.WeeklyVoice.com Projects In Muskoka Will Enhance Protection Of Watershed & Reduce Impacts Of Flooding Area Famous For Spectacular Lakes & Rivers; Funding Will Help $400M Tourism Industry GRAVENHURST: The Ontar- Conservation and Parks in sum- io government is investing more mer 2020. This advice was in- than $4.25 million to further pro- formed by input from over 60 tect the Muskoka River Water- different organizations. shed. The funding will support • The Ministry of Natural projects that will help safeguard Resources and Forestry re- the region from environmental leased Protecting People and pressures, such as severe weather Property: Ontario’s Flooding and flooding, while also improv- Strategy in March 2020 which ing the health of the watershed, a outlines steps the Ontario govern- key commitment in the Made-in- ment will take with its partners Ontario Environment Plan. over the coming years to reduce “The Muskoka Region is one flood risk and help people better of Ontario’s crown jewels, and prepare for flooding events. The we want to ensure that we con- Flooding Strategy also draws on tinue to protect its environment the expert advice of Doug Mc- which is so important to the lo- Neil, Ontario’s Special Advisor cal economy and the great people on Flooding. who live there,” said Premier • The Muskoka River Water- Doug Ford. “This investment shed consists of 15 sub-water- will help protect this area known sheds, measuring about 62 km by around the world for its spec- 120 km, that discharges into the tacular lakes and rivers so it can southeastern shores of Georgian continue to be a thriving hub for Bay. Ontario’s tourism industry.” • Ontario invests approximate- The Ontario government is ly $14 million per year in actions funding 16 projects led by the to protect and restore the Great District of Muskoka and the Lakes, including projects that Town of Bracebridge, as part of support commitments in Ontar- the province’s initial $5 million io’s Great Lakes Strategy and the commitment to the Muskoka Wa- Canada-Ontario Agreement on tershed Conservation and Man- Great Lakes Water Quality and agement Initiative. Ecosystem Health. Approximately $750,000 will The Muskoka Watershed covers an area of 62 km by 120 km. Pic: Environment Ontario Mardi Witzel, Chair of the support other projects that are in Muskoka Watershed Advisory development. development and implementa- • Developing watershed-scale nounced a $5 million Muskoka Group, said: “We are thrilled the “We are protecting the Mus- tion of the Muskoka Watershed health indicators that reflect envi- Watershed Conservation and provincial government is mak- koka River Watershed while sup- Conservation and Management ronmental, economic and social Management Initiative to better ing this financial commitment porting the local economy and Initiative. goals to support evidenced-based identify risks and issues facing to support the development of a its $400-million recreational and Some of these projects include: decision making in the Muskoka the Muskoka Region. comprehensive approach to man- tourism industry,” said Jeff Yu- • Developing an Integrated River Watershed. • In August 2019, the Min- agement of the Muskoka River rek, Minister of the Environment, Watershed Management ap- • Improving understanding of istry of the Environment, Con- Watershed. This funding will en- Conservation and Parks. proach for the Muskoka River erosion and sedimentation in the servation and Parks established able the research, planning and “By funding these projects and Watershed to help improve wa- Muskoka River Delta in order to the Muskoka Watershed Advi- execution of key initiatives relat- working with the local commu- ter quality and quantity manage- develop a range of options which sory Group to help identify risks ing to water levels, water quality nity, we are supporting this vital ment, including measures to help could improve navigation for and issues facing the watershed and terrestrial concerns. We look region in Ontario and ensuring reduce the impacts of flooding. boats. and to collaborate to protect the forward to continuing to work its water resources are protected • Mapping areas of shoreline Additional information regard- environment and support eco- with the Ministry of the Environ- now and for future generations.” erosion and fluctuating water ing the funding of future projects nomic growth in the region. ment, Conservation and Parks Following careful review and levels throughout the entire Mus- through the Muskoka Watershed • The Advisory Group pro- and with local community part- consideration of the Muskoka koka River Watershed to identify Conservation and Management vided advice on priority actions ners who are already doing vital Watershed Advisory Group’s rec- areas prone to flooding, which Initiative will be provided in the and projects to support the Mus- work to protect the health of the ommendations, the government could inform local flood mitiga- near future. koka initiative in their report to watershed for the benefit of fu- selected projects that support the tion efforts. • In August 2018, Ontario an- the Minister of the Environment, ture generations.” Joint Funding Boost For Ottawa Cultural Infrastructure

The Joint Funding announcement being made at a virtual event. The Bronson Centre will be upgraded. Pic: Bronson Centre OTTAWA: Ottawa and Ontario for Ottawa West–Nepean; Jim the Bronson Centre is contribut- dents with safer and more acces- cessible rooms for large commu- have announced joint funding for Watson, Mayor of the City of Ot- ing $596,539 to their renewal sible parks for years to come. nity spaces. An outdoor garden four community, culture and rec- tawa, and Councillor Catherine project, and the Carlington Com- The rehabilitation of the Bron- area will also be built to be used reation infrastructure projects in McKenney, Somerset Ward, par- munity Health Centre is investing son Centre includes renovating as a programming space and chil- Ottawa. ticipated in the event. $235,162 to upgrade a commu- the entranceways to improve ac- dren’s play area. The project will Catherine McKenna, Federal The Government of Canada is nity service centre. cess, refurbishing the façade’s improve access to community Minister of Infrastructure and investing more than $3.5 million Two projects will support the stonework, replacing windows, infrastructure and services, espe- Communities; Anita Vandenbeld, toward these projects, with the rehabilitation of 30 parks in the and upgrading ten studio spaces cially for seniors and children. Parliamentary Secretary to the Government of Ontario provid- City of Ottawa. and the theatre for creative arts McKenna said: “Community Minister of National Defence and ing over $2.9 million through the The project at Centennial Park use. This work will allow the centres play a vital role in the Member of Parliament for Ottawa Community, Culture and Rec- includes constructing a new Bronson Centre to provide con- health of communities by provid- West—Nepean; Goldie Ghamari, reation Infrastructure Stream of skateboard park, two basketball tinued and improved access to ing critical services and activi- Member of Provincial Parliament the Investing in Canada plan. The courts, and landscaping to im- recreational, artistic and other ties, fostering greater social in- for Carleton, on behalf of the City of Ottawa is investing over prove accessibility. The second programs and services for cul- clusion and improving the quality Laurie Scott, Ontario’s Minister $1.4 million in the Centennial project includes the replacement turally diverse and low-income of life for residents. upgrading 29 of Infrastructure; Jeremy Rob- Park and the playground renewal of non-accessible and outdated communities across the city. playgrounds across the city that erts, Parliamentary Assistant to projects. The Manotick Culture playgrounds in 29 parks in Ot- Finally, the community service are beloved by kids and parents the Minister of Children, Com- Parks and Recreation Associa- tawa with accessible benches, centre at Carlington Community including Centennial Park which munity and Social Services and tion is also providing $93,960 in swings, and play structures. Health Centre will be renovated will have a new skateboard park Member of Provincial Parliament the Centennial Park project while These projects will provide resi- to include expanded and more ac- and two basketball courts.”

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These regions for both palliative care new models of care will ensure patients and patients experienc- paramedics have more options ing symptoms of mental health to provide safe and appropriate and addictions challenges. treatment for patients while help- • Under the Treat and Refer ing to protect hospital capacity as model, specially trained para- the province continues to respond medics treat palliative care pa- to the third wave of COVID-19. tients on-site in their home, Currently, paramedics are re- which can include administering quired to bring 9-1-1 patients to medication for pain or dyspnea, overcrowded hospital emergency hallucinations or agitation, ter- departments, even when there are minal congested breathing, and other appropriate care and treat- nausea or vomiting. ment options available in the Once the patient has been treat- community. Under the innovative ed, paramedics would directly patient care model pilots, eligible coordinate follow-up care with palliative care patients and those a local hospice or the patient’s Paramedics to get additional responsibilities. Photo by Mat Napo on Unsplash experiencing mental health and primary palliative care team to addictions challenges can receive unprecedented capacity pres- their primary palliative care team. care throughout the province. provide longer-term treatment appropriate care by the paramed- sures during the third wave of The Central Home and Commu- • To date, 9-1-1 models of care options. This model is currently ic directly or in the community as the COVID-19 pandemic, these nity Care Support Services Pal- pilots have been approved for only available for palliative care appropriate. new models of care will enable liative Care Network (under the implementation in regions across patients in select regions. The patient will remain in ulti- our world-class paramedics to Central Ontario Health region) Ontario covering 33 municipali- • Patient eligibility criteria var- mate control of the care they re- support our most vulnerable pa- and the Central East Prehospital ties, with additional details to ies from model-to-model. Para- ceive and can at any time request tients in the most appropriate set- Care Program are partnering with become available in the coming medics responding to 9-1-1 calls to be taken to the emergency de- ting, while avoiding unnecessary York Region on this initiative. weeks. for select palliative care patients partment. emergency department visits.” This project will allow paramed- • Under the Alternate Desti- and mental health and addictions “Throughout the COVID-19 In York Region’s model, pal- ics to be a part of a Community nation model, specially trained patients will conduct an assess- pandemic, we have seen more liative care patients dialing 9-1-1 Palliative Care model within the paramedics assess the patient’s ment on-scene for eligibility to than ever how critical it is for pa- will have the option to be treated municipality. condition on-scene, per the Pa- participate in new models of care. tients to receive timely and effec- on-scene for pain and symptom Each pilot project will be in tient Assessment Standard of the If patients are not registered, tive care – when and where they management by trained paramed- place for one year, after which it Basic Life Support Patient Care paramedics would ask the pa- need it,” said Christine Elliott, ics who may administer medica- will be evaluated to assess out- Standards, followed by transport tients on-scene if they would like Deputy Premier and Minister of tions. comes, identify where program to a local hospice for palliative to be registered with their local Health. If they agree, patients will be adjustments may be needed, and care patients, or to a local crisis centres in order to be eligible for “As Ontario’s hospitals face referred for follow-up care with how to implement new models of centre for patients experiencing the next time they dial 9-1-1. Iccc Creating Awareness Of India’s Second Covid-19 Wave - DC Motor TORONTO: Vijay Thomas, President, Indo-Canada Chamber of Commerce, has issued an ap- peal for India to raise awareness among Indo-Canadians about the gravity of the virulent resurgence of Covid-19 in India. Working closely with the Indian diplomat- ic corps, his appeal to Chamber’s members and stakeholders talked of medicines and medical equip- ment urgently needed in India. “India is facing a Covid Tsuna- mi that is snowballing into an un- imaginable humanitarian crisis,” Vijay Thomas said. ICCC has informed its mem- bers and the larger Indo-Canadian community of the charitable orga- nizations working in the Indo-Ca- nadian corridor that are directly providing financial and material resources to India. Among the many organizations identified were the Canadian Red Cross, Vraj Community Services, Khalsa Aid, SEWA Canada Inter- national, Overseas Volunteers for Better India and others. Ramesh Chotai, ICCC’s past president and head of Vraj Com- munity Services, announced a drive, in collaboration with South Asian Health Network and other affiliates to send to India ‘oxygen generators with 8 litres or more capacity’. The cost of each gener- ator is approximately C$320.00. Vraj Community Service is work- ing with Canadian suppliers and an Indian NGO to distribute the generators to Indian hospitals. Ramesh Chotai said members of the ICCC in their individual capacity have contributed funds for over 100 oxygen generators. The ICCC is also working with organizations like the Canada India Business Council (C-IBC) which got the Canadian Red Cross on board so that they could accept donations from Canadians and in turn connect with the In- dian Red Cross. TiE Toronto and its member- ship was also tapped by the ICCC and the TiE Toronto group ar- ranged for 100 concentrators to reach India on Wednesday for dis- tribution to tier 2 and tier 3 cities. A-8 | Friday, April 30, 2021 opinion www.WeeklyVoice.com The Manned Fighter Aircraft Is Dead! Missiles & Drones Come To The Fore By Binay Kumar Singh sion vectors � sea-based and land-based � will also play a The Air Warfare Symposium, key role. The following aspects conducted by the US Air Force assume salience:- Association on 27 and 28 Febru- Land-based vectors ary, 2020, may go down in his- Existing land-based capabili- tory as an event where history ties, already extend to thousands was foretold. It was here, on the of kilometres, which comfortably morning of 28 February, 2020, covers most areas in India’s im- that Elon Musk, the quintessential mediate vicinity. Added to this is disruptor, set the cat among the the strategic location of India’s pigeons. In a room overflowing island territories, where mo- with Air Force personnel, many bile, long-range missile batteries fighter pilots among them, Musk (Brahmos) could be positioned. famously predicted the end of the This would be able to exert influ- manned fighter aircraft. Much ence over large swaths of sea ar- consternation followed, and co- eas, including choke points. Such pious amounts of newsprint was deployment of missiles, in lieu invested in the counter-narrative of aircraft, would accrue finan- that flowed, mainly from the US cial savings as well. This derives Air Force and its veterans. No- Sukhoi-34 fighter jets fly during the Center-2019 military exercises in Orenburg region, Russia. from the fact that expensive air- tably, much of the criticism of fields would no longer need to be (Xinhua/Evgeny Sinitsyn/IANS) Musk’s proclamation was aimed maintained for manned flights on at targeting him personally as a Roadmap 2005-2030, defines nificantly large area. Analysts conflict over heavily contested these islands. ‘head-line grabber’, rather than UAVs as “A powered aerial ve- estimate that Russian IADS de- air spaces. Accordingly, the US Sea-based vectors to disprove his assertion through hicle that does not carry a hu- ployed on NATO’s Eastern Flank Army has rated ‘Long Range With regard to sea-based vec- solid logic and evidence. This is man operator, uses aerodynamic threaten to keep NATO Air Pow- Precision Fire’ as its highest pri- tors, it is common knowledge that probably indicative of the fact forces to provide vehicle lift, can er at arm’s length. ority. In consonance with this 70 per cent of the earth is covered that Musk’s prediction may hold fly autonomously or be piloted AD Systems Vs Drones outlook, Lockheed Martin’s web- with water which, as a corollary, more than a modicum of truth. remotely, can be expendable or While AD systems have site advertises development of a also implies accessibility for sea- History Tells a Story. His- recoverable, and can carry a le- evolved, increasing number of ac- next-generation, modular Preci- based forces to almost every part tory is replete with examples of thal or non-lethal payload.” The tors are opting to use drones as a sion Strike Missile, in conjunc- of the globe. For instance, in the path-breaking inventions being extensive use of drones by the US mitigating measure. For instance, tion with the Army. Long-range Indian context, the long range viewed with disdain at inception, across the world, the clear advan- in mid-2020, Turkish supplied ballistic/ quasi-ballistic trajec- Nirbhay missile (also a product and thought either impractical or tages drawn by Azerbaijan over drones assisted the Libyan Govt tory missiles offer the govern- of ‘Made in India’) is reported to even impossible. For instance, Armenia in their recent conflict, of National Accord in destroying ment a relatively cheaper option have advanced features, includ- Marshal Ferdinand Foch, the and numerous other examples, Russian Pantsir SHORADS be- to undertake precision attack, as ing sea-skimming/ terrain-hug- Supreme Commander of Allied point to the manner in which un- ing used by rebel forces. Similar- compared to the large number of ging and loiter capabilities. It is Forces in 1918 was quite dis- manned aircraft technology can ly, the drone attacks on Aramco prohibitively expensive manned also estimated to be capable of an missive of aviation, and had fa- serve as a force multiplier. As in Saudi Arabia also underscored aircraft squadrons, currently extended range of over 1000 Km. mously said that “airplanes are far back as 2013, analyst Dan the relative advantages that these maintained for such a role. Coupled with this, development interesting toys, but of no mili- Parsons had estimated that “fu- unmanned aerial systems pos- The future air force of modern, sea-based, long-range tary value.” The past Century, ture autonomous air refueling of sess. In this instance, Saudi Ara- From a Balanced to an Un- vectors provide naval forces the and the significant role that air unmanned systems would accord bian Air Defence Systems proved manned Force. At present, many capability to address targets deep power has played in conflicts them the capability to remain ‘on helpless when two oil facilities Air Forces across the world are in the hinterland. Therefore, the therein, from WWI and WWII to station’ for months, and allow all were attacked by alleged Houthi striving to achieve a balance be- need for air forces to traverse the Gulf Wars as well as the 1971 roles from combat to cargo han- rebels, who launched 18 drones tween manned and unmanned long distances, using multiple Indo-Pak wars, bear testimony to dling.” The question that bears and seven cruise missiles against systems, based on threat percep- support aircraft (AWACS/ FRA), the inaccuracy of Marshal Foch’s consideration, therefor, is can un- two facilities on 14 September tions, budgets and desired ca- escorts, etc, to strike distant tar- proclamation. However, in a manned aircraft (drones) become 2019. Evidently, unmanned aer- pabilities. However, as alluded gets is steadily diminishing. similar vein, it may be imprudent the mainstay of air power in the ial systems in conjunction with to by Elon Musk, the day of the The issues highlighted above to wish away the monumental near future (2030)? long-range missiles, offer an op- manned aircraft may soon be are indicative of the role of future technological advancements of Air Defence Systems tion that is more viable against over. This flows from the follow- air forces being limited primar- recent years and the potential for Concomitant with the advent expensive, highly capable AD ing aspects:- ily to supporting friendly forces change that they portend, merely of unmanned aerial systems, systems, as compared to equally The cost of unmanned aircraft in the Tactical Battle Area. Col- because such changes may be un- modern Air Defence has also wit- expensive, and resource-inten- will be significantly lower than lectively, these aspects along desirable, sound improbable or, nessed significant advances in ca- sive manned aircraft. manned aircraft. Financial sav- with developments in the field of in some cases, seem outlandish. pability. Integrated Air Defence Modern long-range missiles ings will accrue, not only from unmanned systems, buttress the The age of unmanned systems Systems (IADS) have become the As the US plans for an increas- the relatively lower cost of Un- case for a re-evaluation of the fu- While air power inarguably re- order of the day, characterized by ingly challenging ‘great power manned Aircraft (UA), but also ture structure of air forces. tains great value in present day highly mobile sensors and weap- competition’ scenario with Chi- from the fact that expenditure on The smart way ahead warfare, it is rapidly imbuing an ons, organised in a multi-layered na, the Pentagon appears to have training will evolve. This would, USA has drawn out a clear unmanned character. The US De- manner. Within these systems, realised that air support may not initially cover ground based con- roadmap for UA induction, in- partment of Defence (DoD), in weapons like the Russian S-400 be readily available to ground trollers and, eventually, to no cluding fighter aircraft. It may its Unmanned Aircraft Systems and Chinese HQ-9 cover a sig- troops caught in a high intensity controllers at all, as UAs gradu- be prudent to adopt a similarly ally become completely autono- aspirational outlook and plan for mous. The potential losses suf- a calibrated move from manned fered in battle would not include to completely unmanned and au- precious human lives. tonomous air power. In the case Countries will increasingly re- of India, with adversarial nations alise that sending in unmanned to the West and North, the sav- aircraft to penetrate defended air ings accrued from charting the space may be more cost effective. unmanned course would free up Justin Bronk, the Editor of RUSI budgets for much required capa- Defence Systems, had predicted bilities such as additional Moun- a “significant move towards un- tain Strike Corps, Submarines manned systems for vanguard and Aircraft Carriers � also penetrating roles”. carrying unmanned aircraft. Manned aircraft carry mis- Strategic guidance siles, as can unmanned aircraft. Prime Minster Narendra Modi The features mandated onboard has clearly laid down the guid- an aircraft designed for manned ance and vision for the Country flight are significantly more than in terms of adoption of innova- on an unmanned one, e.g. ejection tions, AI, niche technologies and seats, Head-Up Displays, etc. the need to ‘leapfrog’ capabil- Artificial Intelligence (AI) ity gaps. His expectations and driven unmanned aircraft intent were made amply clear AI is slowly becoming ubiqui- through his articulation that “In- tous in nature, and organisations dia is placed to leverage power across the world are scrambling of technology and leapfrog into to harness the immense potential the future.” In the military sense, of this niche technology. Militar- the low hanging fruit is air power, ies are no different, and numer- which can easily evolve to be- ous air forces have also invested coming a completely unmanned heavily in research and develop- force in the medium term. ment in this field. DARPA recent- Conclusion ly undertook a simulated flight China is investing heavily in combat competition pitting a top AI and niche technologies, many US fighter pilot against AI in five of which will enable and drive a rounds of combat. The AI pro- move to unmanned aerial assets. gram won all five rounds in under It would be short-sighted at best, two minutes. and disastrous at worst, for India While this may not lead to a de- to be left behind in this race for finitive conclusion that the fighter transformation into unmanned air pilot is no longer required, it does power. Hence, Hence, embracing point to the possibilities that the unmanned solutions in lieu of the future portends. current philosophy of manned Land and sea-based long- aircraft will be operationally rel- range vectors evant, financially prudent, and Apart from the effect that UAs conceptually futuristic. will have on the size, role and ca- pabilities of a future Air Force, (Binay Kumar Singh is an au- the advent of long-range, preci- thor and columnist.) www.WeeklyVoice.com community Friday, April 30, 2021 | A-9 Intimate Partner Violence Unit Toronto Strengthens Joins The Safe Centre Of Peel Mental Health Support For City Residents TORONTO: The City of To- people have received direct men- ronto will be investing $2 million tal health support and more than to strengthen mental health sup- 14,000 people were referred di- port for residents. rectly to mental health partners Mayor John Tory said the funds for additional support. will be allocated to community The City launched the CO- groups and non-profit organiza- VID-19 Mental Health Support tions to assist them in addressing Strategy in April 2020 to support mental health challenges, with an the diverse mental health needs emphasis on supporting individu- of Toronto residents during the als in the neighbourhoods hardest pandemic. With increasing CO- hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. VID-19 cases and strains, the The funding for this investment need for continued, enhanced The Safe Centre of Peel at 60 West Drive. Pic: SCoP/FB was approved by City Council collaborative efforts to provide in February 2021 and will be al- mental health support to residents Region of Peel Intimate community,” said Sharon Mayne- “It takes a great deal of courage located through the TO Supports and frontlines workers continues Partner Violence is a critical pri- Devine, CEO of Catholic Family for survivors of violence to reach Investment Fund. to be an escalated need. Since the ority for the Peel Regional Police Services Peel – Dufferin, lead out for help. At the Safe Centre Funds will be distributed to sev- declaration of the pandemic, the (PRP). In support of that, PRP agency at the Safe Centre of Peel. of Peel, it is our goal to create a en of the community-based men- City has invested a total of $2.9 has created a specialized Intimate Officers in the IPV Unit have safe space for them, where they tal health organizations that are million in mental health support. Partner Violence (IPV) Unit, received special training in anti- can access culturally responsive part of the City’s Mental Health Vulnerable People which will join the Safe Centre of racism and culturally appropriate services that are suited to their Support Strategy and to at least Mayor Tory said: “As this pan- Peel (SCoP) as an onsite partner. and sensitive responses, domestic personal situation,” said Shelina 18 additional partner agencies. demic continues, more and more This represents a groundbreak- violence and sexual assault inves- Jeshani, co-chair of the Safe Cen- They will provide access to criti- people are struggling with their ing change to the service’s re- tigation, victim care and manage- tre of Peel Advisory Committee. cal mental health support resourc- mental health. The expansion of sponse model and places it as one ment, and interviewing children, Nishan Duraiappah, Chief, es virtually and completely free mental health support resources of the few large services nation- to offer better care and support to Peel Regional Police, said: “We of charge for vulnerable residents will enable the continuation and ally to incorporate this approach. survivors through an enhanced, will continue to push for en- who may be experiencing stress, increase of critical mental health SCoP is a safe, welcoming trauma-informed approach. hancements to our service de- grief and loss, anxiety, depression services for vulnerable popula- and anti-oppressive space where Language Services livery through integration and or other mental health stressors tions, such as seniors and youth, many agencies work together at Black, racialized, and female colloboration with our service as a result of the pandemic. The with a priority for Black, Indig- one location to offer support and officers are available, and- mem partners. This is the type of list of agencies providing mental enous and other racialized and compassionate care to adults, bers of the unit speak 14 different service innnovation which will health support through this part- marginalized groups, and front- children and youth affected by languages. equip us to make a difference in nership with the City is available line workers. Thank you to our abuse and violence in Peel. The addition of the IPV Unit to people’s lives and save lives.” on the City’s website. existing partners for your contin- Including Police, there are cur- the Centre aligns with the exist- The Safe Centre of Peel is Free Service ued efforts to help residents man- rently seven on-site partner agen- ing Community Safety and Well based on the Family Justice Cen- Toronto residents can access age their mental health and well- cies, and 10 off-site partners who Being Plan.. tre model, where multiple agen- this free mental health support being and to new partners who provide services to clients of the The main advantage for clients cies offer services for survivors from the safety of their own will be joining us.” centre. Police services will be in- will be that survivors of violence of family violence in the same homes through text, online or by Robert Ridge, Executive Di- tegrated with the array of other who choose to make a report location. The Safe Centre of Peel phone by calling 2-1-1 or visit- rector, Distress Centres of Great- supports available at SCoP (in- to the police will be able to do is located at the Honourable Wil- ing www.211toronto.ca/. This er Toronto, said: “COVID has cluding crisis and high risk case so conveniently, with specially liam G. Davis Centre for Families service is available 24 hours a had a disproportionate impact on management, system navigation, trained officers sensitive to their at 60 West Drive. Due to the CO- day, seven days a week. marginalized Torontonians who housing assistance, multi-cultural needs, in a safe and comfortable VID-19 pandemic, SCoP offices Anyone feeling lonely, isolat- are often isolated, frightened and services, legal support, parenting setting, without having to visit a are closed. ed, anxious or depressed or who vulnerable. More people than and child welfare). police station. Due to the COVID-19 pandem- knows someone who is strug- ever need our assistance.” “The goal of SCoP’s partner- Officers wear plain clothes, ic, all services at SCoP are cur- gling during this pandemic is Heather McDonald, Chief ships is to provide an array of and interview rooms are comfort- rently being offered virtually as strongly encouraged to reach out Executive Officer, LOFT Com- different services in one loca- ably furnished to help survivors the office is closed. Please contact for help. The service is free, safe, munity Services, added: “LOFT tion, creating a continuum of care feel more at ease. No client of the Safe Centre at 905-450-4650. and available for all who need it. Community Services is grateful with consistent, seamless integra- the Safe Centre of Peel is ever If you are in crisis, please call the From April 27, 2020 to March 20, for the City’s support to expand tion. Through close collabora- required to make a police report, Victim Services of Peel 24-hour 2021 more than 144,000 Toronto- our work at Toronto Community tion with all of our partners, we and personal information will not crisis line at 905-568-1068 or nians called, texted or sent an on- Housing sites in the north west provide compassionate support be shared with police or any other contact Peel Regional Police at line message for support to access of Toronto. This is a critical time. to help victims and their families service provider without the cli- 905-453-3311 or in case of emer- mental health services. Of those We see firsthand the immense im- heal, and ultimately create a safer ent’s consent. gency please contact 9-1-1. who reached out, almost 130,000 MEDIApact of the pandemic.” KIT Calling All Photographers & www.weeklyvoice.com Storytellers In Mississauga! (905) 795-0639 Are You Resilient?

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Leaders from industries such as automotive, food, pharmaceutical, and artifi- cial intelligence participated in a ‘Fireside Chat’ between CEO of CAMSC and CEO of Telus. The CAMSC ‘Pitch for Success’ launched. wide range of online webinars as well as met with our diverse sup- pliers. Day One kicked off with a Fireside Chat between Lloyd Switzer, CPO of Telus and Cas- sandra Dorrington, President and CEO of CAMSC, sharing in- sights into how CPO’s can ensure an inclusive approach to their supply chain. This was followed by a Key- note address from Teri Dennis- Davies, Senior Vice President of The CAMSC Export Forum holding discussions. The CAMSC Auto panel in session. Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at MLSE, speaking about “Ex- ergy sectors and the launch of Suppliers to meet with Corpo- plier diversity is and will con- CAMSC is a non-profit orga- panding Pathways to Prosperity the CAMSC “Pitch for Success” rate Members and vice versa, tinue to be an important factor as nization established in 2004 to through Inclusive Procurement.” competition, where 4 finalists the Meeting Marketplace match- we work to build sustainability advance the economic strength A wide variety of engaging pitched their business ideas to a making event has been expanded in our local, national and global of Aboriginal and visible minor- industry panels followed, and panel of judges for a chance to be to two days – April 27 & 28, supply chains”, said Cassandra ity communities through business the day closed with a brand-new awarded a business-changing ar- 2021. Over 300 virtual match- Dorrington, President, CAMSC development and employment. format to the INVITE ONLY ses- ray of prizes. making meetings will help di- CAMSC’s Business Achieve- CAMSC’s mission is to facilitate sion – The Corporate Member “We rounded out Day 2 with verse suppliers to build valuable ment Awards Gala is the orga- business relationships with Ca- Forum along with the Supplier a “Cocktails, Conversation and business partnerships. nization’s next virtual event. It nadian corporations and supplier Bootcamp. This effort gave fo- Connection” virtual reception – “As Canada looks to reopen, recognizes leaders in supplier organizations owned by Aborigi- cused attention to our Corporate where we welcomed new mem- resume, and grow our econo- diversity. The event is scheduled nals and minorities. members and Supplier network. bers, created a signature “4-C- my, we will need to utilize the to take place on September 30th, Since its inception, corporate Day Two was packed with con- Able Breakthroughs” Cocktail, strengths, skills and innovation 2021 and nomination details will members have spent more than tent including the Export Forum, and built connections using of all suppliers inclusive of those be communicated soon! CAMSC $7 billion with CAMSC certified more engaging industry panels small, virtual networking groups. previously underrepresented at certified members can nominate Aboriginal and minority-owned from the government, food & To provide even more busi- the table. themselves or someone they do businesses and the network con- beverage, construction and en- ness opportunities for Corporate “ It is for this reason that sup- business with. tinues to grow. Toronto Investing $82.5M In Ravine Strategy TORONTO: Mayor John Tory connects the people of Toronto to along with Councillor Jennifer the ravines and builds the foun- McKelvie (Scarborough-Rouge dation for their long-term care Park) and Chair of the Infrastruc- through programs, events and ture and Environment Commit- funding. The program engages tee, marked Earth Day by high- people who have not visited ra- lighting the City’s $82.5 million vines before or experience barri- investment this year in the To- ers in accessing ravines, includ- ronto’s Ravine Strategy. ing Toronto’s Neighbourhood The $82.5 million in funding Improvement Areas. Applica- for the Ravine Strategy includes: tions for the InTO Ravines micro • $12.4 million in operating grants will open on Monday, May funding through Parks, Forestry 3. More information is available and Recreation – a 10 per cent at parkpeople.ca/opportunity/ increase from last year despite an into-the-ravines/. incredibly tough 2021 budget due • The Young Urban Forest to the ongoing pandemic. Leaders Program offers youth • $70.1 million in capital in- The Toronto Ravine Strategy will see huge investment this year. Pic: City of Toronto free mentorship and training in vestments across numerous City arboriculture and urban forestry. divisions including Parks, For- along with parks and tree canopy, Unleashing the energy and re- ting together five Ravine Priority Funded in part in 2021 by the estry and Recreation, Transporta- provide many environmental, sources required to achieve sus- Investment Areas and 22 Neigh- City, this LEAF (Local Enhance- tion Services and Toronto Water health and recreational benefits. tained impact requires that the bourhood Improvement Areas. ment and Appreciation of For- as well as the Toronto and Region They are a part of a larger wa- City work collectively across di- • The Meadoway, a collabo- ests) program seeks to support Conservation Authority (TRCA). tershed system, helping to filter verse sectors including business, ration with the Weston Family Toronto youth from underrepre- The increased investment in and convey stormwater, enhance other public institutions, non- Foundation and TRCA, which sented groups within arboricul- Toronto’s Ravine Strategy this biodiversity and reduce urban profit organizations, community will transform a hydro corridor in ture and urban forestry, including year will allow for: heat. Ravines also contain grey groups, Indigenous groups, resi- Scarborough into a vibrant 16-ki- but not limited to women, non-bi- • Enhanced litter pickup in infrastructure, such as utilities dents and community volunteer: lometre stretch of urban greens- nary people, Indigenous peoples, ravines and increased focus on and sewer lines, and some of the Two key partnerships include: pace, connecting Rouge National newcomers, LGBTQ+ people addressing incidents of illegal busiest roads and trails that help • The Loop Trail, in partner- Urban Park to the city centre. and racialized individuals. More dumping, activities that can se- move people through the city, ship with Evergreen and TRCA, Key programs: information is available at www. riously harm ravines. Last year, such as the Don Valley Parkway which will create a continuous, • InTO Ravines program, in yourleaf.org/young-urban-forest- City staff removed 74 tonnes of and Lower Don Trail. 65-kilometre multi-use trail, knit- partnership with Park People, leaders. garbage and 14 tonnes of recy- clable metal from 97 hectares of ravine land. • Expanded invasive species management. Last year, staff controlled invasive plant species over 234 hectares of ravine land. The extra funding will see staff manage invasive species over up to 300 hectares in 2021. • Enhanced youth internships through the ravine youth team program which is a paid sum- mer internship program for post- secondary students, offered in partnership with TRCA. Appli- cations for the 2021 program will open soon and can be accessed at www.trca.ca/about/careers/. • Additional capital projects that will improve well-used and well-loved trails and pathways and the overall user experience of Toronto’s ravine system, includ- ing the West Don Trail through E.T. Seton Park. Ravines are a major part of To- ronto’s green infrastructure, and A-12 | Friday, April 30, 2021 community www.WeeklyVoice.com Toronto Will Paint Physical Distancing Circles At Trinity Bellwoods Park Like Last Year TORONTO: The City of To- people to be safe.” ronto will again paint circles on Councillor Joe Cressy (Ward the grass at Trinity Bellwoods 10 Spadina-Fort York), Chair Park to encourage people to prac- of the Toronto Board of Health, tise physical distancing while said: “We know that opportuni- using the park. Installation work ties to exercise and play outdoors will begin soon depending on are critical for our mental and weather conditions – the paint re- physical health. As the spring quires dry, sunny weather to cure season continues, we are focus- properly. sing on making sure that Toron- The City installed similar cir- tonians can get outside while cles at Trinity Bellwoods Park staying safe. last year to ensure people could “By wearing masks and dis- safely enjoy the park. tancing, people can enjoy our While there is currently a prov- parks and recreational amenities ince-wide Stay-at-Home order in without putting others at risk. effect, the City recognizes that These circles at Trinity Bell- many residents living in apart- woods will help visitors enjoy the ment buildings and condomini- park while also staying apart and ums who do not have yards need protecting one another.” spaces to get exercise and fresh Councillor Jennifer McKel- air in City parks. vie (Scarborough-Rouge Park), The Trinity Bellwood Park is a popular location for city residents: Pic: City of Toronto Trinity Bellwoods Park is a Chair of the Infrastructure and popular location for many down- encouraged to visit their local the healthcare system. continue to work to give people Environment Committee, added: town residents and the painted parks rather than travel to desti- Everyone in the city should be safe outdoor places to get outside “Our parks continue to serve as physical distancing circles will nation parks. If a park or amenity staying home except for essential for fresh air and exercise during a vital component for our overall help keep people safe while using such as a playground is crowded, reasons such as going out for gro- the pandemic. We know Trin- health and wellbeing. This is why the park. people should visit another park ceries, exercise, medical appoint- ity Bellwoods is a popular park we are taking steps to ensure peo- There are more than 1,500 or return at another time. ments, essential work or getting a so we’re proactively putting the ple can safely enjoy these spaces, parks in Toronto, and in order The Stay-at-Home order is in- vaccine. circles in place this year to help especially in areas where local to avoid crowding, residents are tended to save lives and protect Mayor John Tory said: “We make sure we’re encouraging park options may be limited.” Mississauga’s Youth Poet Laureate To ‘Navigating Life After Inspire Young Writers In Community High School’ Session MISSISSAUGA: The City of environmental engineering at Mississauga – through its Cul- the University of Guelph. She is ture division – has announced that deeply interested in the intersec- By Brampton Temple Qurat Dar will be its third Youth tions between the sciences and Poet Laureate for 2021-2023. the arts, especially in the context Qurat Dar will serve as a literary of the climate crisis. ambassador for youth in the city, Poetry Month as well as help elevate the status Mississauga is also celebrating of poetry, literary arts and young National Poetry Month in April writers through community po- with a series of virtual events. etry events and projects. If you love rhymes and poetry, This honorary position recog- check out this list of remaining nizes a young poet who writes events including the City’s Sec- excellent poetry or spoken word, ond Annual Poetry Slam. and has written on themes that The Second Annual Mississau- are relevant to the citizens of ga Poetry Slam on April 29 went Mississauga. virtual this year. Some of Missis- Qurat Dar is a spoken word art- sauga’s best poets told their sto- The Guruvayurappan Temple of Brampton. Youth Poet Laureate, ist, organizer, multi-genre writer ries and spoke their truths in this Qurat Dar BRAMPTON: The Youth and will be able to answer your and the 2020 Canadian Individ- online event hosted by Mississau- (Photo by: Kevin Konnyu) Group of the Guruvayruap- questions about succeeding after ual Poetry Slam (CIPS) National ga Poet Laureate, Paul Edward pan (Lord Krishna) Temple of high school! Champion. She was also a 2019 Costa, with guest judges scoring Gallery of Mississauga and oth- Brampton (Yuvathma) will be This is Yuvathma’s first-ever recipient of the Ron Lenyk In- each performance. er places. She also has a poetry leading a session on ‘Navigating panel discussion. spiring Youth Arts Award and a • The Library’s Online Teen chapbook (a short collection of Life After High School’ on May A GTOB spokesperson said: 2018 Best of the Net finalist. Poetry Club (Ages 13-19) are poems) in the works with Coven 7, starting at 7:00 pm. “Our panelists are excited to hear Her work has appeared in held on Wednesdays at 4 p.m. un- Editions. When not dabbling in If parents in the community your questions about programs, Canthius, Augur Magazine, Art til May 12 Register online. poetry, Qurat is busy studying are looking to help their child undergraduate student life, coop with picking the right courses or studies and anything else you with the application/admission want to know! process for university, the ses- You may direct questions to in- sion should be of great help. The dividual panelists or leave them session panelists who will partici- general for it to be answered by pate in the session are all current- any panelist. If you have any ly enrolled in med school, law questions about the event or lo- school, engineering, teaching, gistics contact Yuvathma on finance, etc from several univer- Facebook, Instagram (@yuvath- sities (UBC, Waterloo, Queen’s, ma.gtob), or email (yuvathma. McMaster, Western, and Brock). [email protected]). It Is ‘Celebrate Youth Week’ In Brampton BRAMPTON: Tthe City of joy during National Youth Week. Brampton wants to give a special Create your very own tie dye tote thanks to all its youth because bag! Activities are self-paced and of National Youth Week. From guided through an online video May 1—7, there will be a week tutorial which will be made avail- of FREE virtual activities and able on this page. events! 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This trend is an opportunity of Brampton said: “This Tour- created with Bannikin Travel for the City of Brampton to se- ism Strategy aligns with our and Tourism and the Culinary curely establish itself as a tourism Council’s Term of Council Pri- Tourism Alliance, identified arts destination for residents, and the ority- Brampton is a Mosaic and and culture; food tourism; spe- City’s closest neighbours. It will contributes to the well-being of cial events; and, sport tourism as create a foundation for tourism to residents and business. We know Brampton’s greatest strengths in build on and support stakeholders that a well-managed tourism creating civic pride and attracting and the local economy as a key economy helps support job cre- visitors. pillar of the City’s Economic Re- ation, economic gain, as well as According to the Tourism In- covery Strategy. investments in the facilities and dustry Association of Ontario, Mayor Patrick Brown said: infrastructure, increasing quality before the COVID pandemic, the “Brampton is a Mosaic with a of life for residents who enjoy economic contribution of tour- bright future and a new vision for our city each day.” ism in Ontario was larger than tourism. Tourism celebrates our David Barrick, Chief Admin- agriculture, forestry and mining vibrant city’s destinations and istrative Officer, City of Bramp- combined. Developing Bramp- countless hidden gems. As one ton, added:“Brampton’s culture, ton as a tourism destination will of the most diverse cities in the cuisine, green spaces and rec- support the local economy’s re- country, there’s a vast range of reational amenities make it the covery from COVID-19, while authentic expressions of culture vibrant City our residents are enhancing residents’ appreciation for all to enjoy – including, art, proud to call home. Through our of the city. food and cultural celebrations. I new Tourism Strategy, we are Pandemic health and safety am so excited for when we can committed to building on these guidelines have impacted all all return to safely enjoying all Brampton Tourism Strategy document. Pic: City of Brampton features and attracting more in- aspects of travel and tourism that our beautiful Brampton has vestment into our facilities and requiring a pivot in focus to do- to offer. Brampton, said: “The Strategy bolder future for our city. It will infrastructure, such as expanded mestic and hyper-local tourism Martin Medeiros, Regional approved by Council will move help instill pride in our residents transit, sport and special event that industry experts predict will Councillor, Wards 3 & 4; Chair, Brampton forward in becoming a and businesses by showcasing facilities and urban beautification remain in place for years to come. Economic Development, City of tourism destination and creating a all the amenities we have to of- that help tourism flourish.” Feedback Sought On Toronto Rooming Houses TORONTO: The City of To- lect feedback. Eligible groups ronto is inviting members of the can submit a simple proposal to public to provide feedback on the apply for a grant to help cover proposed regulatory and compli- the costs of the consultation. The ance framework for multi-tenant deadline to apply for a grant is houses, commonly known as April 30, and a Do- it-Yourself rooming houses. Meeting Toolkit will be available Multi-tenant houses are an im- for download online in the com- portant part of Toronto’s afford- ing week. able rental housing stock, provid- The City will be hosting work- ing single-room accommodation shops to get feedback from key to diverse communities includ- stakeholder groups, such as ten- ing students, seniors, new immi- ants, owners and operators of grants and residents with low to multi-tenant houses, post-sec- moderate income. ondary schools and students, area The existing zoning and licens- residents groups and housing-re- ing regulations for multi-tenant Input sought on rooming houses. Pic:City of Toronto’s City Planning Division lated agencies and organizations. houses have not been updated For more details on how to get since amalgamation of the for- The City is proposing the framework has four parts: ants and maintain affordability of involved and the proposed regu- mer municipalities in 1998 and creation of a comprehensive 1. Enhanced operator licensing housing latory and compliance frame- as a result, are inconsistent. Cur- city-wide zoning approach and requirements to promote health The public can provide feed- work, visit www.toronto.ca/ rently, multi-tenant houses are enhancements to licensing and and safety back on the proposed framework MTHreview. only permitted in the former city enforcement to enable regulatory 2. An enforcement and compli- by attending a virtual meeting on Staff will be reporting back to of Toronto and some parts of the oversight that will support safe, ance program May 4 or 11, or by answering a the Planning and Housing Com- former cities of York and Etobi- liveable, well-maintained and 3. City-wide zoning standards questionnaire online or by phone. mittee in mid-2021 with recom- coke. Licences are only required affordable multi-tenant houses that permit the use across the city, The City is also inviting com- mended zoning by-law amend- in the former cities of Toronto across Toronto. and munity organizations to host their ments and a new regulatory and Etobicoke. The proposed regulatory 4. Initiatives to support ten- own virtual consultation to col- by-law for multi-tenant houses. Fines Increased for Lakefront Parking Violations Mississauga: From Satur- occurring between 2 to 6 a.m. are areas become busy during the provide additional parking in the enjoy. People should park only in day, May 1 to Thursday, Septem- exempt from the increased fines. spring and summer months as area. Parking at these locations is permitted areas within parks or ber 30, fines for parking and stop- The fines have been increased residents and visitors are drawn free during evenings and week- adjacent neighbourhoods. ping violations will increase to in an effort to reduce traffic con- to the City’s waterfront parks, ends throughout the school year If the parking lot is full, the $100 on local roads, Mississauga gestion and illegal parking in trails and amenities. and all summer long. visitors can explore one of the City parks and municipal park- these areas. The City has secured parking The City is committed to keep- City’s other 500 parks in Mis- ing lots south of Lakeshore Road, These can impact neighbour- agreements with Port Credit Sec- ing Mississauga’s waterfront sissauga. Those visiting the area from the east city limits to Mead- hood safety and access for emer- ondary School and Brian J. Flem- neighbourhoods safe and attrac- are also encouraged to consider ow Wood Rd. 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TAURUS LEO SCORPIO AQUARIUS (April 21-May 20) (July 23-August 23) (October 24-November 22) (January 22-February 19) Chances of getting into a bureaucratic Someone who you are dealing with pres- You may have to take someone’s request Whatever you do on the professional tangle cannot be ruled out, but you will be ently at work may need supervision in com- seriously, as it may affect you. Some ef- front, you will come into the notice of those able to manage things. Those feeling a bit pleting the job. You will manage to rescue forts may be required on the business front who matter! Your gamble on a new venture frustrated in their present job are likely to your money from a dubious scheme by tak- to break even. Someone may not toe your is likely to pay off handsomely. Some- make efforts towards job satisfaction. Prob- ing prompt action. Be careful, as chance of line on the family front and this may lead one’s assessment regarding a current issue lems presently faced by you on the profes- contracting some infection appears likely. to an ugly situation. Attempts to bring nor- at work will help you in steering clear of sional front are likely to be transitory. Wise Your competence on the professional front malcy in someone’s turbulent relationship all hurdles. Property matters can be taken investments in property and shares promise will come to fore in furthering the interest will succeed. Those partying hard will need up in this week as stars seem favourable. to keep you financially strong. Some of you of the organisation. Businesspersons are to remain extra careful about their security A domestic issue may need to be resolved are set to add to your wealth by way of in- likely to bag a lucrative deal. Good under- on the road. on priority. You will find things going your heritance. standing with spouse will help make the Lucky No.: 15/Lucky Colour: Crimson way on the home front. Lucky No.: 1 relationship stronger. Lucky No.: 6/Lucky Colour: Crimson Lucky Colour: Light Right Lucky No.: 11/Lucky Colour: Orange SAGITTARIUS (November 23-December 21) PISCES GEMINI VIRGO Your desire to excel on the professional (February 20-March 20) (May 21-June 21) (August 24-September 23) front will be met with success. Things You may not see eye to eye with a col- An excellent opportunity of spending You may get hard pressed for time in move smoothly in your married or roman- league on a professional issue. Extra coach- time with your near and dear ones may be completing something on the academic tic life. Some positive signs may be re- ing may be required for some on the aca- missed, due to other commitments. Increase front. Don’t needlessly discuss any confi- ceived regarding a property issue. Organis- demic front. Difficult tasks will take some your output at work, if you don’t want to dential issues with someone not concerned, ing something exciting on the social front is effort on your part to bring them within get singled out. Professional rivals are like- as it can backfire on you. You will manage indicated. An invitation to travel someplace your capability on the professional front. ly to pick holes in whatever you do on the to thwart the attempts of a workplace rival exotic promises much excitement to some You are likely to meet a childhood buddy, professional front. You will have the money trying to get an upper hand. Keep pace with youngsters. You are likely to remain on a but you may find the old equation missing. to get a bit extravagant. Your attempts to be others in whatever you are involved in on safe wicket on the academic front. Profes- A serious incident is likely to threaten your on the centre stage on the social front may the work front. Some of you may need to sionally, you will manage to establish your- relationship. You may have problems on not be liked by some. review your financial health. A short jour- self firmly. Health remains good. the road, so exercise caution. Lucky No.: 22 ney will be enjoyable. Lucky No.: 5 Lucky No.: 17 Lucky Colour: Turquoise Lucky No.: 11/Lucky Colour: Yellow Lucky Colour: Turquoise Lucky Colour: Lavender

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Weekly Predictions for the Your intelligence and imagi- of others are to make them ad- capacity, education, experience, ney less laborious. The chal- week {29thApril To 04th May nation will help you in benefit- vantageous and not a genuine and creativity will all play a lenge that you might be facing 2021} ing not just yourself but the so- need. Married people would be role in helping you to reach the is to be more imaginative and ciety at large. able to solve misunderstandings destination. Avoid shallow talks attract more creative people in Number 1 {SUN}: {Those Lucky Days: Monday, if they leave their stubbornness. and concentrate your attention your life who can advise and born on the 1st, 10th, 19th Wednesday and Thursday. Lucky Days: Monday, on people who really care and inspire you. Look around and and 28th in any month} Wednesday and Thursday. pray for you. you will find yourself reliable The start of the week would be Number 3 {JUPITER} Lucky Days: Tuesday and supporters whom you can share very much like you have envi- {Those born on the 3rd, 12th, Number 5 {MERCURY} Friday. your dreams with. Go a little sioned. However, things might 21st and 30th in any month} {those born on the 5th, 14th slow with expenditure, as the take a dip for a little while but There is restlessness in your and 23rd in any month} Number 7 {NEPTUNE} earning flow might be slower would go up without you even nature during the week. Try to Hard work combined with {those born on the 7th, 16th than you expect. realize the downfall. Keep your calm yourself to be able to ex- your practical and traditional and 25th in any month} Lucky Days: Tuesday, mind open to broader interests ecute the turmoil you might be values pays off and provides You might spend most of the Wednesday and Friday. and larger activities. You could experiencing. rewards that you seek and de- week in solitude, trying to get try to make a special effort to Remember that asking for serve. Keep in mind the fact acquainted with your inner self Number 9 {MARS} {those improve or bring to a success- help does not always mean that that obstructions in the way can and hidden powers. born on the 9th, 18th and 27th ful conclusion some of the ideas you are incompetent but can be guiding forces that direct you A better understanding of in any month} and dreams that have been in also assist in bettering your ca- towards your goals. Love affairs your feelings and spiritual na- You generally prefer the tried your mind for a long time. pabilities. Let go of the undesir- might keep you a bit confused ture might help you to take dif- and tested method versus the Lucky Days: Monday, able and old to give way to new and demand more energy than ficult decisions with conviction. unconventional. But sometimes Wednesday and Thursday. and worthy things in life. you can invest at this juncture. A good conclusion would be to this distrust can slow down Lucky Days: Tuesday and Lucky Days: Friday. indulge more on your self than things and cause frustration. Number 2 {MOON} {Those Friday. be tied up with issues concern- Try to be creative and find a born on the 2nd, 11th, 20th Number 6 {VENUS} {those ing other people. way out using the limited re- and 29th in any month} Number 4 {URANUS} born on the 6th, 15th and 24th Lucky Days: Monday, sources available to you. Taking The week brings with it a {Those born on the 4th, 13th, in any month} Wednesday and Thursday. a risk might work out at times if feeling of ambition stirring and 22nd and 31st in any month} Opportunities might present the solution is creative. Try not a desire to better the current fi- The sense of helping and themselves in disguise during Number 8 {SATURN} to thrust your point of view on nancial condition. You would serving others makes you suc- the week. To achieve the most {those born on the 8th, 17th others to have a peaceful work be able to accomplish this if you cessful in your actions always. out of any situation is to calcu- and 26th in any month} atmosphere. keep your approach business- But it is important that you learn late the pros and cons and make A step in the right direction Lucky Days: Tuesday and like, efficient and practical. to recognize when the demands a sustained effort. Your mental can sometimes make the jour- Friday. 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Active listings totalled 2,811 tors have noted a marked increase in TRREB President Lisa Patel. a 4.6 per cent decline in the average ing their first home in 2021. Wheth- at the end of Q1, an increase of 23.6 condo interest since the beginning The overall GTA average con- selling price in Toronto to $675,844 er we’re talking about Toronto or per cent compared to the end of Q1 of 2021. This interest will likely dominium apartment selling price over the same period. the surrounding suburbs, the condo- 2020. continue to increase as the economy was down by 1.4 per cent year over “Consumer polling conducted by minium apartment is the logical en- “While the condo market was improves and vaccine take-up ac- year in Q1 2021 to $645,219. The Ipsos in the late fall last year sug- try point into the ownership market slower to recover compared to low- celerates, resulting in more confi- decline in the overall GTA average gested that there was a substantial for many households,” said TRREB rise market segments, many Real- dence for first-time buyers,” said selling price was entirely driven by number of people intending on buy- Chief Market Analyst Jason Mercer. Orea’s Real Heart Initiative Aims To Help People Feel Inspired, Get Involved TORONTO: A study commis- “Save A Heart Ball” which has sioned by the Ontario Real Estate raised over $1 million towards Association (OREA) as part of cardiac care at the Thunder Bay the launch of its Real Heart ini- Regional Health Sciences Centre tiative, found that 63% of Ontar- (TBRHSC). Since starting a Pe- ians report feeling generally less diatric Fund in 2009, Vince has happy because of COVID-19. raised nearly $150,000 for pedi- The survey found that “We atric services at TBRHSC. could all use a boost of positiv- “I’m honoured and proud to be ity these days, and, according to a Real Heart Ambassador,” said new research, you may be able to Bruce Johnson. find it by volunteering and giving “My hope is that Real Heart back to your community.” will inspire others to find a cause However, when asked about dear to them and support it in volunteering, a majority of On- any way they can. My life mis- tarians said volunteering makes sion of giving back came out of a them feel they are contributing to dark time when Alyssa, our first- something important (70%), pro- born, passed away in our arms at vides a feeling of purpose (55%), SickKids Hospital in Toronto at and a sense of community (54%). 20 days old. This experience led Volunteers also reported feeling to starting the Alyssa Rae John- happier (34%), forming new re- OREA’s ‘Real Heart’ initiative finds most Ontarians generally less happy. Picture courtesy: OREA son Foundation at SickKids in lationships (28%), and learning her memory. As an Ambassador, new skills (25%) as benefits of happier, healthier and more resil- Launching during National and SickKids Hospital. I’m proud to share my story but, volunteering. ient communities,” said OREA Volunteer Week, the Real Heart • Lindsey Edwards, Royal more importantly, to help others Understandably, the COV- President, David Oikle. initiative tells the stories of vol- LePage ProAlliance Realty, Co- become community champions.” ID-19 pandemic has made volun- ““I have seen the impact of vol- unteers who have made a dif- bourg: Creator of the “Flocked To read Bruce’s story and sto- teering in-person difficult: 74% unteering first-hand in the work ference in their communities, in 4 Shelter” fundraiser, past par- ries of other community leaders, of Ontarians said they volun- we do with the Ontario REAL- hopes of inspiring others to find ticipant in the Sahara Desert or to submit your own Real Heart teered prior to COVID-19. Since TORS Care® Foundation, sup- a cause they are passionate about. Trek and current participant in story, visit www.RealHeart.ca. COVID-19, only 26% of Ontar- porting hundreds of shelter-based The initiative is supported by the upcoming Purcell Mountain About the Survey ians report that they have been charities across Ontario annually. Real Heart Ambassadors who are Challenge for Shelter. Lindsey Hill+Knowlton Strategies con- volunteering. Nonetheless, the But we can always do more. This highly engaged and committed has raised almost $60,000 in sup- ducted an online survey of 1,000 desire to volunteer is strong, with is why we developed the Real volunteers: port of the Royal LePage Shelter Ontarians in March 2021 to ex- 37% of Ontarians reporting they Heart initiative. Sometimes, the • Bruce Johnson, RE/MAX of Foundation, which directly ben- plore experiences, perceptions want to know more about virtual best motivator for becoming a Wasaga Beach: Founder of Mo- efits the Cornerstone Family Vio- and behaviours pertaining to vol- volunteer opportunities. volunteer and doing something torcycles for Miracles and the lence Prevention Centre unteer activities. The survey sam- “By coming together and sup- great, is seeing the possibilities Alyssa Rae Johnson Foundation, • Vince Mirabelli, RE/ ple is weighted to allow for age porting causes they are passion- through someone else’s experi- which has raised over $700,000 MAX First Choice Realty, Thun- and gender comparisons as well ate about, volunteers help to build ence.” for Children’s Miracle Network der Bay: Founding Chair of the as comparisons between regions. www.WeeklyVoice.com realty Friday, April 30, 2021 | B-3 B-4 | Friday, April 30, 2021 realty www.WeeklyVoice.com Budget 2021 Investments Will Create More Affordable Housing For Canadians New Funding Also Includes $600 Million To Renew And Expand The Affordable Housing Innovation Fund Ottawa: The Government nizes that access to safe and sus- of Canada’s plan in Budget 2021 tainable housing can be particu- will invest $2.5 billion, and real- larly challenging in the North. locate $1.3 billion, to speed up ◦ Budget 2021 proposes to the construction, repair, or sup- provide $25 million to the Gov- port of 35,000 affordable housing ernment of the Northwest Territo- units across the country. ries to address housing priorities. The investments will particu- Funding will support the con- larly help young people, low-in- struction of 30 new public hous- come Canadians, people experi- ing units across the Territory. encing homelessness, and women ◦ Budget 2021 proposes to and children fleeing violence find provide $25 million to the Gov- a safe and affordable place to call ernment of Nunavut to support home. the Territory’s short-term housing The proposed new investments and infrastructure needs includ- include $1.5 billion in 2021-22 ing priority redevelopment and for the Rapid Housing Initiative, refurbishment projects resulting which supports the construction in approximately 100 new hous- of new affordable housing units ing units. to meet the urgent housing needs • COVID-19 has exacerbated of vulnerable Canadians. many of the hardships faced by The new funding also includes At least 25 per cent of funding would go towards women-focused projects. Pic: Finance Canada Canadians experiencing home- $600 million to renew and ex- lessness and housing insecurity. pand the Affordable Housing In- are affordable and available to fordable housing in short order. persons with accessibility chal- Through the pandemic the gov- novation Fund to encourage new Canadian families, Budget 2021 At least 25 per cent of this fund- lenges. ernment has more than doubled funding models and innovative announced the government’s in- ing would go towards women- This new funding would sup- funding for Reaching Home: building techniques in the af- tention to implement a national, focused housing projects. port the creation of up to 12,700 Canada’s Homelessness Strat- fordable housing sector. Budget annual one-percent tax on the Overall, this new funding will more units. egy, and the government is now 2021 also lays out a plan to con- value of non-resident, non-Cana- add a minimum of 4,500 new af- ◦ $315.4 million over seven focused on entirely eliminating vert the empty office space that dian owned residential real estate fordable units to Canada’s hous- years through the Canada Hous- chronic homelessness in Canada. has appeared in downtowns into that is considered to be vacant or ing supply, building on the 4,700 ing Benefit, to increase direct ◦ Budget 2021 proposes to housing for Canadians by real- underused, effective January 1, units already funded in the 2020 financial assistance for low-in- provide an additional $567 mil- locating $300 million from the 2022. Fall Economic Statement through come women and children flee- lion over two years for Reaching Rental Construction Financing • Budget 2021 proposes to its $1 billion investment. ing violence to help with their Home. Initiative. provide an additional $2.5 billion ◦ $600 million over seven rent payments. ◦ Budget 2021 also proposes Budget 2021 also lays out a over seven years to Canada Mort- years to renew and expand ◦ $118.2 million over seven to provide $45 million over two plan to invest in building and gage and Housing Corporation, the Affordable Housing Innova- years through the Federal Com- years, for a pilot program aimed refurbishing housing units in the including: tion Fund. munity Housing Initiative, to at reducing veteran homeless- North, knowing that access to ◦ An additional $1.5 bil- To date, this program has com- support community housing ness through the provision of rent safe and sustainable housing can lion for the Rapid Housing Initia- mitted funding to support the providers that deliver long-term supplements, and wrap-around be particularly challenging in the tive to address the urgent housing creation of over 17,600 units, in- housing to many of our most vul- services for homeless veterans North. needs of vulnerable Canadians by cluding more than 16,300 afford- nerable. such as counselling, addiction To ensure houses in Canada providing them with adequate af- able housing units and units for • The government also recog- treatment, and help finding a job. 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Vancouver: Ahmed Hus- vested in the renewal and expan- the creation of up to 12,700 ad- able housing sector. in the Affordable Housing Inno- sen, Minister of Minister of Fam- sion of the Affordable Housing ditional units, bringing the total Ahmed Hussen said: “Every vation Fund, we will work with ilies, Children and Social Devel- Innovation Fund. across the country to over 30,000 Canadian deserves a safe and af- partners to create over 30,000 opment and Minister responsible To date, this program has com- Canadians receiving support fordable place to call home. The affordable homes that meet the for Canada Mortgage and Hous- mitted funding to support the cre- through the Affordable Housing Affordable Housing Innovation needs of Canadian across the ing Corporation (CMHC), along ation of over 17,600 units, most Innovation Fund. Fund has proven to be an effec- country.: with Hedy Fry, Member of Par- units being affordable and for Funded by the Government of tive way to provide clever, novel, Hedy Fry, Member of Parlia- liament for Vancouver Centre, persons with accessibility chal- Canada and delivered through and thoughtful solutions to hous- ment for Vancouver Centre, said: announced that as part of invest- lenges. Of these units, 2,000 have Canada Mortgage and Housing ing. With renewed resources “Our Government believes ments made from Budget 2021: A been committed to Canadians and Corporation, this Fund is an ini- through Budget 2021, our Gov- that families should be able to Recovery Plan for Jobs, Growth, their families in Victoria, as well tiative of the National Housing ernment will continue to build live, grow and work in a neigh- and Resilience, over the next sev- as over 5,000 in the Lower Main- Strategy and encourages new partnerships with private sec- bourhood that meets their needs, en years, starting in 2021 – 22, land. funding models and innovative tor, developers, municipalities, and have the stability and op- $600 million dollars will be in- The new funding will support building techniques in the afford- and the non-profit sector to push portunities that allow them them boundaries and create affordable to succeed. Innovation is key to homes for Canadians, from coast making that happen. With today’s to coast to coast.” announcement, it is clear that our Hussen added: “Every Cana- government will continue to sup- dian deserves a safe affordable port innovation and growth in place to call home. With renewed our communities with the help of resources through #Budget2021 partners across all sectors.” Refresh Your Garden! (NC) Here are the basics to help only approved tick- and mosquito- both experienced green thumbs and repellent clothing and accessories beginner gardeners prepare for a line available in Canada, providing successful gardening season. odourless and invisible protection • The tools: Having these five for 70 washes. items ready will save you time: • The products: Growing a gar- garden forks, shovels, soil knives, den in Canada has its own set of shears, watering can. Invest in a risks. Study your space to see which gardening belt to keep these items areas receive direct sunlight, if daily handy. 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GTA REALTORS® reported 13,168 condominium apartment rentals through TRREB’s MLS® System during the first quarter of this year. This represented an in- crease of 81.6 per cent compared to 7,251 rentals in Q1 2020. The number of condominium apart- ments listed for rent during Q1 counting for pent-up rental de- TRREB President Lisa Patel. 13 per cent over the same time transactions continues to outstrip 2021 was up by 78.8 per cent mand from 2020. The average one-bedroom con- period to $2,447 compared to growth in listings, market condi- compared to Q1 2020. Strong rental demand is also dominium apartment rent was $2,812. “Average rents continued tions will become tighter as we “The number of condo apart- an indicator of broader economic down by 16.8 per cent year-over- to be down on a year-over-year move through 2021 and even ment rentals reported in the first recovery with people willing to year in Q1 2021 to $1,820 com- basis, as the supply and therefore more so in 2022 as immigration quarter represented a new record sign rental agreements because pared to $2,187 in Q1 2020. The choice for renters remained very and non-permanent migration re- for the first three months of the they are confident in their future average two-bedroom condomin- high from a historic perspective. bound,” said TRREB Chief Mar- year. This suggests we are ac- job and income prospects,” said ium apartment rent was down by However, if growth in rental ket Analyst Jason Mercer. 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The haviour when exiting the corner. www.WeeklyVoice.com Friday, April 30, 2021 | B-9 voice entertainment Shiv Panditt’s Nikki Asks Short Film ‘Slice Fans To ‘Move Of Life’ Was Shot In Five Hours On’ From Mumbai: Actor Shiv Pan- ditt’s upcoming short film “Slice Of Life” was shot and wrapped up ‘Bigg Boss 14’ within five hours. Written, directed and produced by Prashant Pandey, the film tells the story of a short film maker and how he meets a young boy during Nikki Tamboli, who a road journey. was last seen in the controversial reality show “Bigg Boss 14”, has urged fans to stop fighting about issues that cropped up on the reality show. Nik- ki has tweeted urg- ing fans to “move on”, promising them “ex- citing news soon”. Nikki often treats her fans to fun dance videos on Instagram. She also shifted house a while back, and posted a video to share the update. Shiv Panditt. Pic:IANS She will be seen in “I have known Prashant for a an upcoming mu- long time now and when he told sic video where she me that he was working on this project, I knew I had to be a part shares the screen of it. I believe that short films have with actor Arradhya the capability to engage the audi- Mann. The actress ence in a limited amount of time. It doesn’t matter how big or small shot in Chandigarh a film is, a film is either good or for the video. bad film for the person viewing it,” Shiv Panditt tells IANS. He adds: “We started the film in the morning around 11.30 and Prashant was so impeccable with everything and handled every hurdle with such patience, that I could just finish it in within five

hours.” Arshad Says ‘Lol: Hasse Toh Salman’s ‘Seeti Maar’ Garners Phasse’ Was A ‘Dream Job 30M Views Within 24 Hours Mumbai: Salman Khan’s new song “Seeti maar”, which was launched on Monday, has garnered over 30 million views in 24 hours. The dance number is filmed on Salman and Disha Patani for the much-hyped action drama “Radhe: Your Most Want- ed Bhai”. The song sung by Iulia Vantur and Kamaal Khan has been com- posed by Devi Sri Prasad and choreographed by Shaikh Jani Basha, also known as ‘Jani Mas- ter’. Unconfirmed reports said Salman Khan’s ‘Seeti maar’ .Pic: IANS the track has become the most viewed video within 24 hours vada Jagannadham”. The original al roles. The Prabh Deva directo- globally. number was filmed on Allu Arjun rial set to release on the occasion “Seeti maar” is based on a song and Pooja Hegde. of Eid on May 13, in theatres and Devi Sri Prasad originally created “Radhe” also features Randeep the pay per view platform Zee- for the 2017 Telugu hit “DJ: Duv- Hooda and Jackie Shroff in pivot- plex. Aditi: ‘Janpath Kiss’ Depicts Our Society Mumbai: Actress Aditi Shar- Delhi.” she says. ma is currently seen in the tele- She adds: “To complicate mat- play “Janpath Kiss”, and she says ters even more, there is a political the play reflects the society that pressure upon her to pretend that we live in. nothing inappropriate happened Poster of the comedy show ‘LOL: Hasse Toh Phasse’. Pic: IANS The actress plays Meera, who to her. The play very incisively Mumbai: Arshad Warsi along while you get the opportunity to undergoes a series of traumatic depicts the society we live in.” with Boman Irani hosts the up- just laugh at their jokes and have a events that talk a lot about how The play has been directed by coming comedy show “LOL: great time sipping on tea and cof- things work in this day and age. Ranjit Kapoor. Talking about Hasse Toh Phasse”. fee, munching snacks, and having “This is the story of two ordi- working with Kapoor, Aditi says: Warsi says it was a dream job a grand lunch. This was one of the nary people to whom something “I am so glad I got an opportunity watching a set of comedians try- best experiences we have had on extraordinary happens. I play to work with the absolutely amaz- ing to make each other laugh, any project,” Arshad said. Meera, a happy-go-lucky air- ing Ranjit sir. My co-star Zeeshan which is what the show is all Boman and Arshad will be ref- hostess who is forcibly kissed and the other actors closely as- about. erees and keep an eye on the 10 by Sadanand (played by Zeeshan sociated with the Delhi theatre “When Boman and I were comedians on the show -- Sunil Ayyub) in Janpath, in full public scene were also wonderful to shooting for ‘LOL: Hasse Toh Grover, Gaurav Gera, Suresh Me- view. Meera is a small-town girl work with.” Phasse’, we both felt like we had non, Cyrus Broacha, Kusha Kapi- who is traumatised not just by the “Janpath Kiss”, presented by landed our dream jobs. la, Mallika Dua, Aditi Mittal, Aa- incident but by what she is sub- Zee Theatre, also stars Yashpal “Where else do you get to see dar Malik, Ankita Srivastava and sequently put through during the Sharma, Sunil Upadhyay and Vi- 10 of India’s best comedians try- Aakash Gupta, who will battle it police interrogations for chasing nit Kumar and is currently airing ing to make each other laugh, out to be the “last one laughing”. her ambition in a big city like Aditi Sharma Pic:IANS on Airtel Spotlight. B-10 | Friday, April 30, 2021 bollywood www.WeeklyVoice.com Bhojpuri Cinema Need Multiplexes: Amrapali By Vivek Tripathi jpuri cinema will also get a fair a certain class of society. If you renumeration.” want a film like “Article 15”, then Lucknow: Bhojpuri actress Asked about the vulgar, dou- it should also have an audience Amrapali Dubey, who has been ble-meaning film dialogues, Am- catering to its sensibilities. Today praised for her acting, has been rapali said,”We get a U/A certifi- Bhojpuri cinema, which solely constantly trying to raise the bar cate for television. When we can depends on single-screen the- for Bhojpuri cinema. She says work so hard for television, we atres, will end when the single- that Bhojpuri cinema is going can work harder for films meant screen theatres are closed down.” through difficult times but the for multiplexes. Film scene cuts Asked about drugs and suicide, industry has gone through worse are in favour of the censor board she says that never put anyone and now there is a ray of hope. but when one or two of our films under such pressure that one is The only battle is to take the in- face censorship, people will not forced to take such a step. One dustry to the multiplexes. waste money on making such should be confident that if one In an exclusive interview to films.” can not succeed in cinema then IANS, Amrapali said, “If we She said,”People fluent in Bho- one could do well elsewhere in compare Bollywood or cinema jpuri are spread across the coun- other professions. of other regional languages, the try. If this industry grows then it “You can always get help from years of struggle by Bhojpuri will be a huge boost to the Bho- someone. If negativity starts cinema have been way more. jpuri language. There are many controlling one’s life, then one Our films do not reach the mul- people who speak Bhojpuri but should seek help. Do not forget tiplexes. The state governments our reach is limited. It will be your parents while coming under where South and Marathi films beneficial if we released our films pressure. are released have asked for their overseas like Punjabi or other Amrapali said, “I have received release in multiplexes. If the state films.” many offers from Bollywood. I governments in Bihar, UP and The actress said that Bhojpuri Bhojpuri actress Amrapali Dubey. Pic: IANS am fortunate. If I get a good story, Jharkhand come together, the cinema is also making out-of-the- I will definitely do a film there. Bhojpuri industry will grow. Ar- box films. “We have plenty of are also being made. Women main problem is that our films do But my goal is to strengthen the tistes will come to work and the stories. Many biopics are in the have portrayed stellar roles in not cater to multiplex audiences Bhojpuri industry and take it to people associated with the Bho- pipeline. Women-oriented films many films right now. But the so the storylines are not targeting the level of Bollywood.” Simran: ‘Lakshmi Ghar Aayi’ Kishwer Merchantt Will Stay Away A Call Against Dowry System From News That Makes Her ‘Anxious’ Mumbai: Actress Kishwer Merchantt, who is pregnant with her first baby, took to social me- dia to share that she will not be watching the news as it is making her anxious. The actor shared a picture wearing a bodycon dress, flaunt- ing her baby bump. She clarified that while she is not “running away” from what is happening in the country right now, she just wants to keep away from news and videos which make her “anx- ious”. “I am told I have to be happy, have happy thoughts and stay away from negativity .. doesn’t mean I will run away from what’s happening in our country .. but for my sanity and my baby will stay away from watching news and Simran Pareenja. Pic: IANS videos which make me anxious Mumbai: Simran Pareenja, of towns and cities. Everyone !!! So trollers it’s Ur time , come who will be seen in the show knows that dowry is illegal and say whatever and go .. u will only “Lakshmi Ghar Aayi”, hopes her immoral but they practice it. Our be blocked !!! And for the others I character empowers women to society has renamed it ‘gift’ so love u all , stay home.. stay safe.. stand up for themselves. that it sounds good. Dowry sim- help in whatever way u can.. we The actress plays the role of ply means that you are putting a are in this together,” she wrote. Maithali, and the story will focus price tag on the girl or boy and Kishwer and her husband actor on how she overcomes and fights buying her or him,” she says. Suyyash Rai took to social media the system of dowry. “Lakshmi “I hope my character inspires last month to announce that they Ghar Aayi is a reflection of soci- others to do the right thing and are expecting their first child. The ety and the times that we live in. be self-reliant. My character will baby is due in August this year. We intend to make India aware of throw light on how this age-old Kishwer and Suyyash started the age-old system of dowry still practice is rigid and downright dating in 2010 and got married in being prevalent in many parts regressive.” 2016. No looking at bad news says Kishwer Pic: Instagram/IANS

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Rannvijay Singha with his family. Pic: Instagram/IANS Don’t forget to check us out at Mumbai: Actor Rannvijay Now that we are together every Singha took to social media this moment is precious and it re- www.WeeklyVoice.com week to post a picture with wife minds me that when we were in Pick Your Copies From Transit and South Asian Stores Priyanka and daughter Kainaat. the first Lockdown in Mumbai In the picture, the three of them we spent a lot of time as a family can be spotted spending time out- and our bond grew stronger. If u doors. The actor wrote about how are with ur families, cherish it, be he was not able to be with his grateful and stay at home,spend family over the last four months quality time with each other. Use owing to Covid restrictions, and the time at home on constructive is happy to finally be back. things. Stay home,” he wrote. “To be reunited with the pieces Rannvijay is currently a part of your own heart can’t be ex- of the OTT series “Sumer Singh pressed. @priankasingha @sing- Case Files: Girlfriends”. He is www.weeklyvoice.com hakainaat Due to covid restric- known for hosting reality shows tions on travel and our lives I was such as “Roadies” and “Splits- Toronto Tel: (905) 795 8282 away from them for 4 months. villa”. www.WeeklyVoice.com Bollywood Friday, April 30, 2021 | B-11 Will Tv Shows With Low Ratings Shut Down? By Anjuri Nayar Singh consideration everyone’s health ratings will go off air and chan- and safety first. It’s under discus- nels may reintroduce their suc- Mumbai: With shoots com- sion,” he says, adding: “We are cessful shows as repeats.” ing to a halt in Maharashtra ow- staying at home because right Actress Shubhangi Atre, who ing to the resurgent wave of Co- now nothing is more important plays Angoori Bhabhi in “Bhabiji vid cases, the TV industry has than the health and safety of ev- Ghar Par Hain” and who is cur- been the worst hit. Episode banks eryone. The ongoing episodes rently battling Covid, says her are fast drying up, and although were shot in advance. The show show has an episode bank but many shows have moved out has an episode bank that should they need to get back to the set to alternative locations as Goa, sail us through until May 3,” he soon as possible. long-term sustenance of such a told IANS. “Our show isn’t being shot for plan of action may not be feasible However, JD Majethia, chair- the time being. We have a bank of for all producers, given the fact man, Indian Film and Television episodes but shoot needs to start that television is a platform that Producers Council (IFTPC), has soon. We are waiting for an up- demands a regular flow of con- gone on record that there are a date. However, I am still battling tent. few shows that might consider Covid.” she says. Under the present circumstanc- closing down. Actress Mitali Nag, who is part es, there are rumours that many “Some may (close down). But of the show “Gum Hai Kisi Ke producers are considering ending (there is) no confirmation from Pyar Mein”, says in the case of their shows, especially the ones the channels (as of now),” he shows that have moved outside with low ratings. says, adding, “This is the biggest Maharashtra, the entire team is Among shows that moved out TV demands regular flow of content. Pics: IANS fear for television. This kind of not present. Only the people re- of the state are “Hamari Wali break can take away viewers.” quired for the shoot have been Good News”, “Kundali Bha- travel because there were kids. Asit Kumarr Modi, creator He adds: “Right now if lock- travelling. gya”, “Kumkum Bhagya” and Popular shows such as “Taarak of “Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah down is till April 30 and May 2, “We did have a bank earlier, “Qurbaan Hua”. According to Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah” and Chashmah”, says they have an if shoots start in Mumbai, then I when the team moved to Goa. sources, “Shaadi Mubarak”, star- “Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain!” are so episode bank till early May, and don’t see any show going off air. Due to Covid, everyone is not fly- ring Rati Pandey and Manav Go- far relying on episode banks cre- reruns are not an option for a pop- It’s IPL (season) and broadcasters ing. They are only flying whoever hil, is on a break. They aired new ated before lockdown to keep ular show. will also not like to take any show is required. We still have a bank episodes till April 20. The break fresh episodes rolling. However, “At present, airing reruns is not off air now. They will not be able and the storyline has not changed was prompted after Manav tested the makers are not sure about on the cards. We might consider to replace them so soon with oth- as of now. Only, the location has positive, which made the produc- how to continue once they run out shooting outside Maharashtra, er shows. But if lockdown contin- changed. I am also going to fly ers decide that the cast shouldn’t of fresh content. but for that we have to take into ues, shows that did not have good there soon,” she says. Gauahar Khan: Never Let The Purab Kohli And Rasika Dugal Kid In You Fade Away Mumbai: Actress Gauahar tough times, let ur spirit be alive,” Return In ‘Out Of Love’ Season 2 Khan took to Instagram on Tues- she wrote, along with an image day to share a motivating post where she can be seen on a swing. with fans. The actress reminded Gauahar has been posting fun that one should always keep the videos and pictures on Instagram child within alive. to ensure that her fans are in high “Never let the kid in you fade spirits during lockdown. away.... life is full of responsibili- The actress, who got married ties, expectations, complications to choreographer Zaid Darbar in but it’s your spirit that keeps u December, lost her father a while going. #BeFun #beCool in these back. Garima Celebrates B’day Alone... Mumbai: Garima Vikrant Mumbai, Garima is in the Capital Singh turned a year older on city of Telangana. Purab Kohli and Rasika Dugal to star in ‘Out of Love’ Season 2. Pic: IANS Tuesday, but missed being with “It is my birthday today. And her family on her special day be- I’m away from my family. My Mumbai: Actors Purab Kohli and delve into her unpredictabil- The series, produced by BBC cause she is busy shooting in Hy- husband and daughter are miss- and Rasika Dugal are all set to re- ity. I am eager to see how audi- Studios India, has been shot derabad for the television show ing me so much. They don’t let prise their roles as the estranged ences respond to this season,” across picturesque locales in “Namak Issk Ka”. my special day go off without any couple Akarsh and Meera in the said Rasika. Coonoor, Tamil Nadu. The show is being shot in Hy- celebrations. They had already second season of the revenge dra- Purab added: “Season two of The show is written by Preeti derabad after the Maharashtra decorated the house and surprised ma series “Out Of Love”. Out Of Love is psychological Mamgain, Rajesh Chadha and government stopped all shoots me last night, by cutting cake on a Directed by Oni Sen, the sec- warfare. Manipulation is second Eisha Chopra, and also features in Mumbai due the Covid out- video call. This happens to be the ond season of “Out Of Love” nature to Akarsh’s character and Meenakshi Chaudhary, Sanghmi- break. So, while husband Yogesh first time that I’m not along with promises a fastpaced and dark he is willing to go to any lengths tra Hitaishi, Harsh Chhaya, Eka- Vikrant and daughter Vera are in them on my birthday,” she says. storyline. in destroying Meera. The level of vali Khanna, Suhaas Ahuja and “People deal with betrayal in tension between the characters Kabir in key roles. different ways and this season and intense moments fuelled by The second season will stream John Abraham’s ‘Satyameva dives into the feeling of revenge. several plot twists will keep the from April 30 on Disney+ Hotstar For me it was an opportunity to viewers guessing till the very VIP and Disney+ Hotstar Premi- Jayate 2’ Release Put Off explore Meera Kapoor further end.” um.

Poster of the film ‘Satyameva Jayate 2’ . Pic: IANS Mumbai: The release date of safety and health of our country- the John Abraham-starrer “Saty- men and patrons. Our film will ameva Jayate 2” has been post- now release on a later date. Till poned owing to the Covid out- then let’s keep our masks on and break. The films director Milap do our best to keep our loved ones Zaveri took to Instagram to an- and ourselves our of harm’s way. nounce the news on Tuesday. Jai Hind,” wrote Zaveri. The film was slated to release He captioned the statement say- on Eid, May 13, setting up a clash ing: “Stay Safe India. Be strong. with Salman Khan’s “Radhe: Help those you can. This too shall Your Most Wanted Bhai” at the pass. See you soon at the movies box office. #SatyamevaJayate2.” The drama “In these unprecedented times, also features Manoj Bajpayee and nothing matters more than the Divya Khosla Kumar. B-12 | Friday, April 30, 2021 bollywood www.WeeklyVoice.com BAFTA - A New Kind Of Talent Endorsement! The British Academy of Film and Tele- inda into stardom as he went on a signing vision Arts (BAFTA) enters the Indian spree. A non-entity, Govinda was asked to entertainment sphere. Among its other ac- perform on a stage where legends like Lata tivities in the cause of recognising and pro- Mangeshkar and Kishore Kumar as well as moting the medium, BAFTA is more com- winning music composers of the year per- monly known for its film awards, and is formed. His talent worked for him. considered to be a precursor to America’s Now the scope of the entertainment in- Oscars. Though the Indian chapter was an- dustry has widened so much and includes nounced in November last year, the jury films along with television and OTT. It has has been announced only now. become easier for filmmakers to spot tal- BAFTA’s India initiative, Breakthrough ent. The small screen-big screen barrier India, will identify and support new talent has been broken, and talents from both in creative fields of cinema, television and platforms are interchangeable. games. One doesn’t know if it is a good thing In the film industry, credentials go a long for the emerging talent that some of these way towards earning recognition. For ex- talents will be chosen by Breakthrough In- ample, earlier, which maker launched an dia for stamp of approval. A jury has been actor mattered, whom a director assisted formed to spot the talent. Earlier, the target meant a lot before he earned his break and The coveted BAFTA Awards. Pic: IANS was five persons but considering that In- so on. You could not just parachute drop dian entertainment industry is so vast, 10 into filmmaking. A big production house out successful careers -- Shatrughan Sinha, film production for that was the toughest persons will be chosen. or a film director were like an institution, Mithun Chakraborty, Danny, Naseerud- field to work in, with a lot of hard work The jury members include AR Rahman, and learning on the job was the norm. din Shah, Om Puri, Asrani, Anil Dhawan, and risk. Acting, luck permitting, was a lu- Anupam Kher, Mira Nair, Monika Sher- Then came the system of film institutes. Navin Nischol, Vijay Arora, Shakti Ka- crative field, with monies flowing in only gill, Shonali Bose, and Siddharth Roy Ka- They sprang up all over but the Film And poor, Kiran Kumar, Subhash Ghai, Jaya one direction! pur -- all related to filmmaking activities Television Institute of India (FTII), based Bhaduri, Shabana Azmi, Zarina, Rehana There was also a time when popular -- besides Krishnendu Majumdar (BAFTA in Pune, promoted by the Government of Sultan, Rameshwari, Ranjeeta, Reeta Bha- awards meant a lot for an actor as it added chair and TV producer) and Charu Desodt India, was the premier choice. duri and many others came ready to make to his acceptance graph. They were called (erstwhile BAFTA games producer). Earlier, technicians, directors, cinema- their careers in acting. popular awards because there was sup- A curious mix. Since the whole concept tographers, and editors learnt their craft on Strangely, although a lot of graduate di- posed to be a public participation in the is about honouring creativity, one would the job, training under or assisting one or rectors may have won awards, they just did selection of the nominees and, eventually, also wait to see how it is defined. Netflix, the other established names. If one was an not have the bend for commercial films. the final winner. The awards, however, the OTT streaming platform, is the backer assistant to Raj Kapoor, Raj Khosla, Hri- A great lot of good actors also came to did not make much difference to a film’s of this initiative but it happens to be one shikesh Mukherjee, Bimal Roy, Guru Dutt films from the National School of Drama box office because they came much after a of about four dozen OTT players in India. and such respected masters of their craft, (NSD), Delhi. film’s theatrical run. BAFTA Breakthrough, as the descrip- that was endorsement enough Coming up The FTII tag had its season but then Now these same awards don’t enjoy the tion goes, ‘showcases and supports the this way was like passing through a grind came the era of launching the scions of credibility it did earlier, when the whole next generation creative talent in film, tele- mill. film families. If you were the son of Rajen- film fraternity trusted them. Although vision and games’. The FTII changed all that as some as- dra Kumar, Sunil Dutt, Dharmendra, Raj these awards did not launch careers, they The kind of next generation in the In- pirants were trained at the Institute, as it Kapoor, Manoj Kumar and so on, you had were a help for furthering one. I remember dian way of filmmaking has been detailed started churning out actors, directors and brand equity. In most cases, these’ films when Govinda was a newcomer with just above. How far this Breakthrough en- other technicians, ready to make film ca- were bankrolled by family funds This one or two assignments on hand, though dorsement helps those selected, as well as reers. Oddly, most of those trained for film trend still continues. unknown in the film fraternity, he was the entertainment industry, remains to be directionfailed to make the mark. The fac- While, many film actors, directors and asked to perform a dance routine at one of seen. ulty that gave many successful candidates producers may have wanted their sons to these popular awards that the Who’s Who After all, film and television especially, was the acting. take up acting or even direction, surpris- of the film industry attended. and the entertainment industry overall, are A horde of graduates were able to carve ingly not many wanted them to take up That one performance launched Gov- teamwork professions. Lalit Pandit Enjoyed Creating Househelp Prepared Nushrratt Single ‘Jaane Kidhar Le Jaayein’ Bharuccha For ‘Ajeeb Daastaans’ Mumbai: Actress Nushrratt Bharuccha plays a househelp named Meenal in the upcoming anthol- ogy film “Ajeeb Daastaans”. The actress recalls how her own help at home helped her prepare for the role. “I started observing my own househelp to under- stand her mannerisms and characteristics. She was a great reference point for me and, unknowingly, helped me to get a deeper understanding of my character,” the actress tells IANS. “For three to four hours that she would come, she would make all of us at home happy and ‘feel at home’ with her fun banter. That is what I wanted my character to portray,” she claimed. The segment featuring Nushrratt is titled “Kh- ilauna”, and it stars Abhishek Banerjee and child star Inayat Verma in pivotal roles. “Khilauna” is Poster of music video “Jaane kidhar le jaayein”. Pic: Instagram/IANS directed by Raj Mehta, who shot to fame making Nushrratt Bharuccha. Pic:IANS Mumbai: Singer-composer for film music, which was always the comedy “Good Newwz” in 2019. His segment na Sen Sharma, Aditi Rao Hydari, Shefali Shah, Lalit Pandit released his debut about working under a film direc- in “Ajeeb Daastaans”, however, comes with a dark Manav Kaul and Tota oy Chowdhary. independent track “Jaane kidhar tor’s vision. Now I am enjoying twist. “Meenal’s story is that of an ordinary girl who is le jaayein” on Monday. Widely the process of making music and “Ajeeb Daastaans” has four segments, with the struggling to make ends meet, and provide for the popular as one half of the former singing songs that I think are nice other stories directed by Shashank Khaitan, Neeraj best for herself and her sister. I could feel a simi- Bollywood music duo Jatin-Lalit, and different than film songs. Ghaywan, and Kayoze Irani. The anthology also larity in Meenal’s life and my househelp, who too he says working on his own is al- Jaane kidhar le jaayein marks the stars Fatima Sana Shaikh, Jaideep Ahlawat, Konko- works hard to provide for her son,” Nushrratt says. ways a different experience. start of a new journey for me in “There’s always this point in life and in my music.” life when you think ‘What’s new? The track is guitar-dominated Amruta Had Fun ‘Chaat Party’ In London What is it that will push my own with minimalistic orchestration Mumba: Amruta Khanvilkar Jog. “Playing a pregnant woman creative limits and give me hap- giving a country feel to it. has a funny recall about shooting on screen gave rise to real-life piness at the same time?’” Lalit “The beauty of the song is its for the upcoming Marathi film cravings for me! It was one of tells IANS. simplicity. I have sung the song. “Well Done Baby” in London. those days where (co-actor) Van- He adds: “All these years, Although every song of my ca- The film is about a young dana (Gupte) ji and I were feel- I have been doing film music reer has been very close to my couple on the brink of a divorce, ing homesick and were craving predominantly, be it in Hindi or heart, this is extra special, “ says when discover they are pregnant. good Indian food. Pushkar being other languages. I have worked Lalit. Amruta co-stars with Pushkar an amazing human being and an

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even more amazing producer, managed to locate an Indian res- taurant in Hounslow and the en- tire crew for a chaat party. We literally devoured vada paav, sev- puri, batata puri and more,” says Amruta. Pushkar recalls shooting in the biting cold. “London is one of my favourite places in the world. However, shooting in London during peak winter is not easy. Our director Priyanka Tanwar is Pick Your Copies From Transit and a perfectionist and would make us do multiple takes in the biting South Asian Stores Every Friday cold. It was challenging but fun” he says. www.WeeklyVoice.com bollywood Friday, April 30, 2021 | B-13 Nalin’s ‘Chhello Show’ To Open ‘His Storyy’ Actor Mrinal Dutt: Important To Understand That Spotlight At De Niro’s Tribeca A Gay Love Story Is Normal Mumbai: Pan Nalin’s “Chhello Show” is the opening Mumbai: Actor Mrinal Dutt film of the Spotlight section at plays one of the protagonists in Robert De Niro’s Tribeca Film the upcoming web series “His Festival this year. Storyy”, a homosexual love story. The festival will be held in- He says a gay romance should be person from June 9 to June 20 in treated as normally as a hetero- New York. sexual love story, adding that he The Gujarati film, titled “Last had no hesitation playing a gay Film Show” in English, fea- character. tures Richa Meena, Rahul Koli Was he concerned about im- and Bhavin Rabari in key roles. age trap -- that he could be stuck Nalin, who is known for his films with only similar offers in future? “Angry Indian Goddesses” and “Honestly, I did not think about “Samsara”, feels a premiere at it, and I do not fear to get stereo- Tribeca is great news for not just typed after playing a gay charac- Gujarati cinema but Indian cin- ter on screen. I am not hesitant to ema, too. play a gay character. The issue “This news brings immense joy of getting stereotyped exists ev- to me, and to my cast and crew erywhere, with any character we who gave everything they have, play,” Mrinal told IANS. Mrinal Dutt. Pic: IANS through these difficult and testing He continued: “If we do it cor- times to make ‘Chhello Show’. rectly and get the audience’s ap- a gay character on-screen? “The “We could not have asked for preciation, makers tend to cast us most important part, the responsi- more because Tribeca is a true in similar roles. No point in fear- bility that we all felt, was to rep- temple of storytellers where mas- ing that. I am never afraid to do resent the LGBTQ community ters have gathered and shared the Poster of the film ‘Chhello Show’. Pic: IANS bold characters, and I want people in the right manner to the main- stage with so many filmmakers,” to feel uncomfortable if they feel stream. I knew that if it was com- the filmmaker said. disappearance of 35mm celluloid a more perfect film than ‘Last so. It is important to understand ing from Ekta (Kapoor) ma’am’s “’Last Film Show’ (‘Chhello film and India’s unique single- Film Show’ to set the table for the that a homosexual love story is production house, they are known Show’) premiering at Tribeca is screen culture, the film acts as Tribeca Festival this year as the as normal as a heterosexual love for being sensitive towards every not only great news for Gujarati nostalgic musing for a time when kick-off to our Spotlight program. story.” story,” he replied. Cinema but also for Indian Cin- single screen cinema was the This transportive film epitomises The show revolves around two “The basic thing needed to be ema; It is perfect timing, and we place for people to escape their everything we have been missing men, Preet and Kunal. Preet, understood is whether someone all need this because the new era daily lives through a communal for the last year in its celebration played by Mrinal, is a food critic, falls in love with another person of piped-in entertainment is here yet personal transformative en- of the magic and community of blogger, and a traveler. Kunal, of the opposite sex or the same where cinema is just ‘content’, tertainment experience. the big-screen movie-going expe- played by Satyadeep Misra, is a sex, the feeling of love is simi- net is flix, box is office, foot is Festival Director Cara Cu- rience.” man who, after over a decade of larly intense and organic in both fall, and phone is smart. So, I’m sumano said: “As the first major The festival will take place at happy married life, realises he is situations,” Mrinal added. happy that ‘Last Film Show’ is the film festival of 2021 to be back various prestigious venues across gay when he falls in love with “His Storyy” also features Pri- movie to invite spectators back to in-person and the centrepiece New York. The details of the pro- Preet. yamani, Charu Shankar and Rajiv the theatres,” Nalin added. of the reopening of the arts in gram will be announced closer to Did Mrinal feel an added sense Kumar. The show will release on Set against the backdrop of the New York, we couldn’t think of the date of the event. of responsibility while portraying ALT Balaji, on April 25. Suchitra Pillai Playing A ‘Backwaters’: Film On Missing Godwoman In ‘Hello Mini 3’ Children From Kerala Mumbai: Film Producer Suunil Jaiin of SJP, Ashish Arjun Gaikar’s AGFS and Ankit Chandiramani’s Sunshine Studios -- a lead- ing film distribution and production house -- have announced a film on Kerala’s miss- ing children. The investigative thriller delving into the mysterious world of child trafficking and missing children is titled “Backwaters” is helmed by FTII graduate Abhinav Thakur. Based on a series of missing children from Kerala, the film looks at how even God is not aware of what has happened to the missing children in God’s Own Country -- especially the missing case of Rahul Raju, a seven-year- Suchitra Pillai in ‘Hello Mini 3’. Pic: IANS old who went missing in May 2005 and has Mumbai: Actress Suchitra be playing such a pivotal role in never been found. Pillai plays a godwoman for the the third season when I watched Delhi theatre actor Sartaazh Khari will es- first time in the new season of the show as an audience earlier. say the role of the CBI officer investigating the web series “Hello Mini 3”. Actually one of the things I found the case while UK model Neeta Paryani will She says her track in the narrative fascinating is the cinematography play the fact-finding journalist conducting a sheds light on how blind faith in and its visual treatment. simultaneous investigation. spiritual gurus can be misleading. In fact, the makers have created “We found Sartaazh to be apt for the role. “I am playing a Godwoman, a very interesting look for my We are exploring all the angles of how the her name is KD Maa or Kamyani charecter KD Maa. She always children went Did missing andyou how a seesharp CBI Devi, she is a spiritual guru with a appears with the colour red. You officer exploring the case looks at every even- magnetic personality and she has see, the colour red has different tuality but is unable to nail a single one. Jour- ‘Backwaters’ - a film on child trafficking. Pic: IANS thousands of followers who have interpretation. It is either love, nalistsin have alsothe played paper... an important role in blind faith in her. or lust or even danger. So, which this case and Neeta was pitch perfect for the ing journalists who have followed the case. “We are not exactly show- one is coming from her is totally scribe who does her own research and investi- “The marshy park from where Rahul went missing re- ing the character based on any situational, and how the narrative gation into the cases of the missing children,” mains closed for public even today. There are so many real-life personality, but there are unfolds. She is mysterious, hyp- says Thakur. unanswered questions including the ones from the parents, many spiritual gurus in our coun- notic and that surely makes the Sartaazh has been meeting several top CBI who want to know where Rahul is today,” chorus Suunil try and the story shows what hap- show gripping,” said Suchitra. officers to prepare for his role and understand Jaiin and Ashish Gaikar. pens when you have blind faith “Hello Mini 3” is currently the working and mindset of the men in khaki Co-producer S. Ramachandran adds that the film will in them. It could be misleading,” streaming on MX Player and also who spearhead India’s premier investigative go on floors by the end of the year at real locations in the Suchitra told IANS. features Anuja Joshi, Mrinal Dutt, institution. Neeta in turn has also been meet- backwaters of Alappuzha in Kerala. The actress mentioned she Anshul Pandey, Vibhav Roy, watched the first season of the Nirisha Basnett and Vikrant Koul show. “I never imagined I could in important characters. Pranoti Eager To Start Work Mumbai: With growing Co- the hardware vid cases, shooting all over is store is having I’ve got coming to halt for now. Among the numerous affected projects is a huge Home two rooms the series “Blackwoods”, featur- to paint. ing actress Pranati Rai Prakash in Improvement a negative role. The actress hopes production resumes next month. Sale? “I’m hoping to start shooting for the series ‘Blackwoods’ this May, provided lockdown comes to an end and the city becomes safer,” Pranati tells IANS. Community Newspapers “The cast and crew can’t gather at once for obvious reasons and Your Local Social Network hence shoots have been post- poned. I should have ideally fin- Pranati Rai. Pic:IANS ished shooting for an entire web series and started working on the sume soon,” says Pranati, who is THE WEEKLY VOICE next one but they have been put known for her role of Binny Ba- on hold. I hope the situation be- jpai in the television show “Man- comes better so that work can re- nphodganj Ki Binny”. B-14 | Friday, April 30, 2021 www.WeeklyVoice.com www.WeeklyVoice.com zaika Friday, April 30, 2021 | B-15 Herbed Popcorn Cornbread Is A Wholesome Recipe

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Herbed Popcorn Cornbread. Pic: NewsCanada NC) Try this easy recipe and per and garlic powder (200°C). In large bowl, whisk add a little variety to your fam- • 2 eggs, at room temperature together flour, cornmeal, sugar, ily’s life (and tastebuds) this sea- • 1 cup (250 mL) milk, at room baking powder, oregano, salt, son. temperature pepper and garlic powder until This is the best savoury recipe • 1/3 cup (75 mL) unsalted but- well combined. for those with less of a sweet ter, melted 2. In separate bowl, whisk to- tooth and used best as a bread • 1/2 cup (125 mL) shredded gether eggs, milk and butter un- Tiramisu Wafle. Pic: Sanjeev Kapoor side for chili and other dishes. cheddar cheese til blended; stir into flour mix- The taste is of the iconic des- powdered sugar, baking powder, This cornbread is made with • 4 slices bacon, cooked and ture just until moistened. Fold sert Tiramisu – but it is served in salt and cocoa powder into a bowl cheese, chives, popcorn and a chopped in cheese, bacon, green onions, a different avatar. and mix. Make a cavity in the mix of the perfect blend of herbs. • 2 green onions, thinly sliced parsley and chives; fold in pop- This is a Sanjeev Kapoor ex- centre, add eggs, vanilla essence It’s also quick and easy to make. • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley corn. Scrape into greased 9-inch clusive recipe. and 2 tablespoons coffee decoc- Ingredients: • 1 tbsp (15 mL) finely chopped (23 cm) square baking pan; Fusion cuisine is one that com- tion and whisk well. • 1 1/4 cups (300 mL) all-pur- fresh chives smooth top. bines elements of different culi- Step 3 pose flour • 1/2 bag (220 g bag) Orville 3. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or nary traditions. Cuisines of this Add milk and whisk. Add but- • 3/4 cup (175 mL) cornmeal Redenbacher ready-to-eat sweet until golden brown and cornbread type are not categorized accord- ter and whisk to make a smooth • 1/4 cup (60 mL) sugar and salty kettlecorn popcorn with springs back when touched light- ing to any one particular cuisine batter. 2 tsp (10 mL) baking powder no artificial colours or flavours ly in centre. Transfer to rack; let style and have played a part in a Step 4 • 1/2 tsp (2 mL) dried oregano Directions: cool completely or serve warm. number of innovations. Grease the preheated waffle • 1/4 tsp (1 mL) each salt, pep- 1. Preheat oven to 400°F Find more recipes at orville.ca. Fusion food is a general term iron with some butter, pour a la- for the combination of various dleful of batter and cook for 2-3 forms of cookery and comes in minutes or till golden from both How About Having A Quarantini? several forms. sides. Place it on a plate. 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