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Aurora’s Community Newspaper Vol. 11 No. 50 905-727-3300 theauroran.com FREE Week of October 11, 2011 Aurora company successful with Dragon’s Den members Aurora's Boston Pizza was squared off against the Dragons jammed with people Wednesday pitching their Bottle Bins, a night as Sustain It Inc., the local receptacle to store and return company behind the Bottle Bin, wine and beer bottles for deposit hosted a Dragon's Den viewing that is Canadian made and man- party for friends and supporters ufactured from recycled plastic. to watch their ultimately suc- In their pitch, Chris told the cessful pitch to the Dragons. Dragons that Canadians return "I want to thank you for com- over eight billion deposit-bearing ing and thank you for all your glass bottles for refund and said support over last year," said without the Bottle Bin the Sustain It president Andy process is "inconvenient" and Williams, standing on top of the storage is difficult. bar to a room nearly filled to "Very simply it is a place for capacity. "There were 4,000 the consumer to store and auditions of which we were one. organize empty bottles and Only 200 got filmed and we were when your bins are full you bring successful in April, and we it back to your closest container filmed in May, and we just found redemption point and claim your out two weeks ago that we're refund," he told the Dragons. going to air tonight." "Clean and easy!" At the filming his children Kathleen promoted the bin's Chris, Trevor, and Kathleen Please see page 8 Youth, officer shot “accidentally”: SIU

The Ontario Special were caused by the accidental JAINE AND FRANK KLEES Investigations Unit has com- discharge of the police officer's pleted their investigation into Glock handgun. Auroran photo by David Falconer the non-fatal police shooting at "Once on the ground, the the First Commerce Drive subject officer transferred his plaza this summer and has gun from his dominant right found "there are no reasonable hand to his left hand in an Klees wins riding...again grounds to charge an officer of attempt to free up his right the York Regional Police with a hand so that he could better By BROCK WEIR nearest opponent, Liberal Christina than this time around. criminal offence in regards to control the arrestee," said the Auroran Writer Bisanz, trailing behind with 16,170, Mr. For him, Thursday's results were a firearm injuries sustained by a SIU in a statement. "In the Klees can take his seat again with a reflection and recognition of his service 17-year-old male" in the inci- process of the transfer, the gun With the Province as a whole elect- more comfortable mandate from resi- to residents. dent. discharged. The projectile went ing a Liberal minority government but dents compared with the last time "I thank the people of Newmarket- The shooting happened dur- through the subject officer's Newmarket-Aurora going to incum- Ontarians went to the polls in 2007. Aurora for honouring me with another ing a robbery at the Bell Store right forearm and fragments of bent Progressive Conservative Frank The NDP's Robin Wardlaw came in opportunity to serve them," he said. at the First Commerce Drive the bullet struck the com- Klees, Thursday night was a "bitter- third with 6,508 and Green Party can- "Many times throughout the course of plaza near Wellington and plainant on the left side of his sweet" one for Liberal candidate didate Kristopher Kuysten was fourth canvassing door to door people would Highway 404 on the evening of head, causing bleeding in his Christina Bisanz and her supporters with 1,254 votes. say that even though they have never as they watched the numbers roll in at Speaking to The Auroran in the voted PC before they were giving me June 21. left ear, jaw area and nose. As Newmarket's Royal Canadian Legion. hours after his election victory, Mr. their vote because of my work in the Initial reports indicated that a result of a later medical diag- Incumbent PC candidate Frank Klees said that with many campaigns community, or someone they knew the police officer had sustained nosis, it was discovered that Klees will once again represent under his belt to get and maintain his had been helped by my office." a gunshot wound to the wrist the bullet fragments had Newmarket-Aurora at Queen's Park seat in the Ontario Legislature, he has In his many campaigns, Mr. Klees while a suspect also sustained entered his left mandible area, after the Provincial Election on never had a campaign better organ- said there have always been specific a gunshot wound. causing his jaw to break." Thursday, October 6. ized and "never had a campaign that issues that were of concern to resi- The SIU has determined, In a statement, SIU Director Garnering 21,396 votes with his had more energy and enthusiasm" Please see page 13 however, that both wounds Please see page 10 2 - THE AURORAN, Week of October 11, 2011 COMING EVENTS

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12 at the door. Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church until noon. Children ages 8-12 will participate Monday of each month. Tonight is the opening reception for “Being Street; fully accessible at north entrance. in an assortment of hands-on crafts and her- * * * * Métis” Show and Sale by artist Nathalie Bertin. [email protected] or 905-713- itage cooking appropriate for the season. Cost At the request of its director, Richard From images of traditional trades to political 1818. is $15 per child and includes all materials and Heinzle, the Evergreen Choir’s time of practice statements, tied together by designs inspired 727-9493, option 4. snack. Pre-registration is required. For further will be increased to 90 minutes. Registration is from the art of the “Flower Beadwork People”, OCTOBER 21 AND 22 information, call the museum at 905-727-8954 now available at the front desk of the Aurora Bertin celebrates her Algonquin and French The Aurora United Church presents its fall or 1-888-290-0337 Seniors’ Centre for the season until June 2012. heritage, honours the Métis tradition, recog- Rummage Sale today and tomorrow. Judging CONTINUING The fee for the coming sessions remains the nizes the courage of early Canadian settlers by the success of the spring sale there is still a Trinity Anglican Church "Clothes Closet", same: $50 per member. New members are and acknowledges the debt we own to our First need for people to aquire gently used items. All located at 44 Metcalfe Streeet, Aurora, is the always welcome. If you can carry a tune and Peoples. Artist Reception and Walk and Talk at proceeds go back into the local community local source for gently used women's, chil- like to sing we would be happy to have you 7 p.m., with guest Métis fiddler Alicia Blore. including the Welcoming Arms project. Friday, dren's and men's clothing. All monies raised come and join us. It is not necessary to be able Admission is free. Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 the event runs from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. for the indi- are used to support the needy of Aurora, since to read music, nor will you be asked to audi- Church Street. vidual sale and on Saturday from 9 a.m. to it goes directly to the "Welcoming Arms" tion, to enjoy being part of this happy experi- * * * * noon for the Bag Sale. Items include clothes, Ministry. Open weekday mornings, 9.30 a.m, to ence. In addition to its regular Christmas and The Heritage Sports Art & Memorabilia books, toys and linen. For further information, 11.30 a.m. and Wednesday evenings 6.30 to Show and Sale happens at the Aurora Cultural call 905-727-1935. 7.30 p.m. The Bag Sale happens the last Please see page 23 Centre today. Many original framed sports art MONDAY, OCTOBER 24 pieces for sale by artists including William Join Aurora resident Lisa Turner for this 2- Band, Nola McConnan, and Tino Paolini of St. part adult craft workshop. Fee includes all Andrew’s College. Gallery hours are Tuesday supplies. Workshop happens at 7 p.m. and 2XUVHUYLFHVLQFOXGH through Saturday 1 to 4 p.m., or by appoint- costs $10 per person. Seating is limited. Pre- ment. Show continues through until October 29 register at the Adult Information Desk, or call at the Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church 905-727-9493 option 4. Street. Admission is free. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28 GLJQLW\ OCTOBER 12-15 Nightmare for Christmas party happens Theatre Aurora presents Michael Healey's tonight at the “haunted” mansion, 400 The Drawer Boy. This thoughtful and touching Industrial Parkway South, beginning at 9 p.m. Our business is to provide the very best in Canadian drama tells the story of two boyhood For further information, call Councillor Sandra accommodations and services, and every friends, Morgan and Angus, who live together Humfryes at 905-727-1433. service we deliver is delivered with dignity. on a farm. Morgan is a tough-minded, stubborn SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29 man who cares for Angus, who suffered brain The Upper Canada Chordsmen chorus, damage and memory loss during the bombing with several members from Aurora present of London in the Second World War. Angus is “Happy Trails”, a Western musical. Also on initially identified as "the drawer boy" because stage will be Susan Brown, York Region's he used to design buildings, and has the tal- renowned and inspiring soprano. Rounding out Park Place ents of an architect. A visitor threatens to the show are fun music makers extraordinaire unravel their memories. Produced by Kay Joy and Jamie MacPherson. Matinee perform- Manor Valentine and directed by Andrea Emmerton. ance is at 2 p.m., while the evening show RETIREMENT October 12, 13, 14, 15, with evening perform- begins at 7.30 p.m. For tickets, at $25 each, ances at 8 p.m. Theatre Aurora is located at call the Newmarket Theatre at 905-953-5122. RESIDENCE 150 Henderson Drive, Aurora. Purchase tickets SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6 on-line through the web-site 9/11: Miracles and Reflections (An Evening 15055 Yonge St., Aurora www.theatreaurora.com, or you may contact With Brian Clark). Brian will speak at the 905-727-2952 the box office by email at taboxof- Aurora United Church at 7 p.m. It’s your [email protected] or by telephone at 905-727- chance to hear his riveting story of survival Visit us online at 3669. and hope following the terrorist attacks of 9/11. www.chartwellreit.ca THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13 Tickets are $15 and refreshments will be Amnesty International meets to support served. More information may be found at human rights in the rectory of Trinity Anglican www.auroraunitedchurch.ca. Call 905-727- Church, 79 Victoria St., at 7.30 p.m. For further 1935 to reserve tickets. Information call 905-713-6713. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 7 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14 Join Aurora resident Lisa Turner for this 2- The George Olliver Duo appear at the part adult craft workshop. Fee includes all Graystone Restaurant tonight from 9 p.m. to 1 supplies. Workshop happens at 7 p.m. and a.m. costs $10 per person. Seating is limited. Pre- SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16 register at the Adult Information Desk, or call Paul Neufeld Sunday Sessions Jazz contin- 905-727-9493 option 4. ues today with Andrea Koziol, vocals and her SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12 new passion – the ukulele. Check out her Big Brothers Big Sisters of York, located in “heartfelt music that has nestled in the lovely Aurora, will hold its annual Gala tonight at Le nooks of jazz, pop and folk” at Parc in Markham. CTV’s Tom Brown is the www.andreakoziol.com. Tickets are $15 each, encee. For more information, call 905-726- or $45 for a family of four at the Aurora Cultural 2149, extension 305. Centre. * * * * MONDAY, OCTOBER 17 The Auora senior citizens will hold a St. Joseph Catholic School in Aurora, turns Holiday Bazaar 2011 today from 9 a.m. to 2 50 years old today. All alumni, board members, p.m. at the Aurora Seniors’ Centre, as a fund current and former staff, parents, students and raiser to help support various programs and community members are invited to attend this equipment for the benefit of members. There wonderful celebration. will be approximately 30 plus outside vendors, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19 with a large selection of The Aurora Cultural Centre presents former interesting items. Many from the Aurora Toronto Mayor, John Sewell with the heritage Farmers’ Market are expected. There will also lecture “William Lyon Mackenzie and the Upper be a Tea Room for a quick snack or lunch. Canada Rebellion.” Almost everyone has heard For further information contact carol- of the fiery rebel, but what did he actually do to [email protected]. Basement Finishing lead the rebellion? Mr. Sewell will illuminate THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 24 the legacy of Mackenzie’s actions. Everyone is Aurora's Pine Tree Potters' Guild will be welcome; admission by donation gratefully hosting its second annual Empty Bowls fund- received, with light refreshments provided. raising event. Tickets, at $45, go on sale Activity gets underway at 7 p.m. September 6 and are FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21 available from the Aurora Cultural Centre, Vic's Celebrate Oktoberfest in the heart of Shoe Repair and Meridian Credit Union. Aurora, with George Kash’s band, and WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25 Bavarian fare provided by the Graystones. The 31st Annual Victorian Tea will be held Tickets are $75 per person, with all net pro- today at the Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum in ceeds benefitting programming at the Aurora Gormley from noon until 2 p.m. The Museum Cultural Centre. For information, or for tickets Gift Shop will be open for those hard-to-find contact Aurora Cultural Centre at heritage games, toys and books! Please call to [email protected] or 905-713- reserve your preferred seating time. Tickets for 1818. adults are $15, while SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22 children under 12 pay only $10. For further Join singer/songwriter/guitarist David information call the museum at 905-727-8954 Patridge in his ‘nom de tune’ as Postcard or Comets in this first SchoolHOUSE Indie 1-888-290-0337. Concert celebrating acoustic-style music in a SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3 casual setting. Picture listening to great live The “Holiday Happenings Workshop for music in your living room, and you’ll see what Children” takes place today at the Whitchurch- we mean! Tickets, $15, available in advance or Stouffville Museum in Gormley from 9.30 a.m.

125 Pedersen Dr., Aurora, Ontario L4G 0E3 New3rd location serving Aurora 905-503-6463 (MINE) Superior Quality Since 2004 WWW.MINE–SUSHI.COM THE AURORAN, Week of October 11, 2011 - 3 St. Joseph’s planning 50th anniversary party Current and former stu- will also be the home of a the occasion. dents of Aurora's St. permanent commemora- These will be on sale Joseph Catholic tion of the school's half- throughout the day. Elementary School are centennial in the form of Proceeds from the invited to take a trip down newly installed heritage sales of these items will memory lane this showcases which, when go towards the settle- Saturday as the school ready for Saturday will ment of a refugee family marks its 50th anniver- flank either side of the through the local church. sary. school's altar, and a new In the lead up to Preparations are well pedestal for its refur- Saturday, Ms. Welk said underway for Saturday's bished statue of St. response from former festivities to commemo- Joseph. students after word was rate the school's half-cen- "We have requested spread through social tury beginning with a and are hopefully getting media like Facebook and mass at Our Lady of delivery on our heritage Twitter is an encouraging Grace Church at 1 p.m. cabinetry today," Ms. indication that a healthy followed by a series of Welk told The Auroran number of students both events at the school itself Friday. "There are a few past and present will beginning at 2.30 p.m. sponsors that helped us come together to mark "I think we've done pay for those and people the school's big day. more than what would will be acknowledged In addition to giving have been a typical 50th through a plaque which the school a proper anniversary school cele- will be in our heritage salute to mark the mile- bration," said Karen Welk, cabinetry." stone she also hopes the the school's senior secre- In addition to these event will afford both stu- tary who serves on the reminders of St. Joseph's dents and staff from each 50th anniversary commit- history - both permanent decade the chance to Peter Van Schaik, from Van-Rob Inc., addresses the crowd after he was tee. "We've really put and temporary - guests reconnect, catch up, and named Business Person of the Year by the Aurora Chamber of Commerce at some thought and will also be able to take remember. their annual Business Achievement Awards dinner held in King Township process and decorating home their own personal St. Joseph Catholic into it." commemorations in the Elementary School is Thursday night. Auroran photo by David Falconer First on the agenda fol- form of t-shirts and other located at 2 Glass Drive. lowing the mass is a spe- products emblazoned Admission is free and cial ceremony in the gym with the school's logo for open to the public. with greetings from local Morris ordered to pay dignitaries, a video pres- entation of the school today, and performances DAMIR VRANCIC from the school's band. LAW OFFICE nearly $28,000 in costs Guests will be invited to explore special themed BUSINESS LAW, Former Aurora mayor that when Ms. Morris court on October 27. rooms where students REAL ESTATE, Phyllis Morris has been brought about her suit it If she is successful and from each decade of the WILLS & ESTATES ordered to pay was funded by Aurora her appeal is allowed to institution's existence $27,821.46 to Bill Hogg taxpayers, including the go ahead, costs would be could come face to face and Richard Johnson, two defendants and she did reconsidered depending with their past and arte- 905-841-6411 of the three Aurora resi- not swear an affidavit, on that outcome. facts from their time at the Providing valued and trusted legal advice since 1983 dents named in her $6 "thus sheltering herself "I am satisfied that we school. million defamation lawsuit from cross-examination in won [the Norwich Motion], "We've selected five against three local blog- an action in which she I'm satisfied the judge different rooms which will gers, among others. alleged damage to her saw fit to return the bulk each represent a decade The decision for costs reputation." of our costs to us, but it and outside the room will came from Justice Carole The claims brought by still cost us more than be posters of different Window Cleaning...Interior, Exterior, Solariums, Pellas & Storm Windows Brown October 3 after the the defendants were only $28,000," Mr. Hogg told things from the era, plus Eavestroughs...New Installations, Repairs, Cleaning two parties failed to reach partially successful in The Auroran last week. "It yearbooks, pictures, Chemical Wash & Gutter Guards an agreement on costs Justice Brown's view. doesn't resolve the larger music, and a movie from resulting from Ms. Morris' "It is clear that the issue." that time period will be 905-727-0309 loss of her Norwich defendants were required Mr. Goldblatt added he playing on a TV in the Motion in March, which to retain new counsel and his clients will wait to background to encourage could have compelled the when allegations were see the outcome on the the feel of the time," said release of any information made in this matter as leave to appeal motion Ms. Welk, adding that a that could identify the against their counsel, before considering next number of items on dis- anonymous individuals Goldblatt," said Justice steps. play have been sourced she alleged defamed her Brown. "Regarding the "My clients intend to from former students. at the Aurora Citizen other grounds advanced continue their vigorous Blasts from the past, High efficiency toilets by blog. for consideration, I do not defence of this matter," he however, will not be con- According to Justice place emphasis on them. said. fined to the classroom Brown's costs endorse- The funding by Aurora Justice Brown's deci- setting. ment, Mr. Hogg and Mr. taxpayers had ceased. It sion also made it clear "In our foyer, the Johnson requested costs was the plaintiff's option that Ms. Morris settled Aurora Historical Society on a substantial indemni- to use another affiant in costs privately with will be setting up a display ty scale coming in at support of her motion, Elizabeth Bishenden, the of artefacts and David $36,204.93 inclusive of which she did. The plain- third individual named in Heard from A Step In disbursements. tiff's request for interim her lawsuit which was Time [might] also be Justice Brown noted in relief pending release of brought about last doing a display in the her decision that the the decision was not Thanksgiving. foyer." defendants submitted entertained by the Court Ms. Morris declined to The St. Joseph foyer there was "no reason to and did not influence my comment. WB2631 N7716 - round N7717 - elongated depart from the general decision. $ 99 $ 99 $ 99 principle of awarding "I find there to be no 99 169 249 costs" to them as the suc- reason to depart from the Reg. $129.99 Reg. $219.99 Reg. $319.99 cessful party. general principle of "They further submit in awarding partial indemni- support of an award of ty costs to the successful Regional Mail-in $ 95 $ costs on a substantial party." SPECIAL Dinner for 4 - $3434 75 Coupon with purchase indemnity basis that they Ms. Morris was 4 - were put to the additional ordered by Justice Brown Serving Aurora for 42 years. While supplies last! expense of having to to pay costs to the defen- Best Chinese Food in Town! Aurora Home Hardware Building Centre retain and instruct new dants within 30 days, but Our MENU is NOW ON-LINE there is still the outstand- 289 Wellington Street East Counsel when the plaintiff Under MOON GARDEN on made allegations against ing matter of Ms. Morris' Aurora L4G 6H6 yellowpages.ca their counsel, [Jordan] leave to appeal Justice Business Hours 905-727-4751 Goldblatt," she wrote, Brown's original decision Mon. - Closed (Except Holidays) Tues. - Thurs. 11:30am - 11pm going on to note the on the Norwich Motion, Fri. 11:30am - 12pm Sat. 4pm - 12pm Sun. 4pm -11pm TAKE OUT OR DELIVERY defendants also argued which will be heard in Fully Licensed under L.L.B.O. 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The Aurora Volunteer Fire Department may not volunteers as this photo, taken in front of the town many years, a volunteer for the department and have had the best equipment available in the hall on Mosley Street, indicates. This is another had risen to the post of deputy-chief before 1800’s but they always managed to come up with photo from Freddie’s Files. Fred Bolsby was, for he died. Letter to the Editor Poor Ronnie Majority of Ontarians out of luck

By RON WALLACE when physiotherapy required To the editor, physiotherapy. physiotherapy. by our government on phys- Through an FHT? We've asked the govern- iotherapy services be spent The Canada Health Act Despite promises to do ment to initiate a full review more rationally, cost effec- guarantees you publicly- so, the government hasn't of the shortfalls and gaps in tively, and based on the So where was funded physiotherapy as an funded a single physiother- access to physiotherapy best clinical evidence. inpatient or outpatient of apist position in any of the and to make sure there is a Join me in asking our re- your local hospital. FHTs! plan that ensures you have elected Liberal government Yet more than 30 of Through a CCAC? reasonable access to the and our local MPP Frank Jim Treliving? Ontario's hospitals have Because of budgetary services you need. Klees to ensure that you closed, downsized or priva- constraints, CCACs are Like my colleagues, I am have access to the physio- Seems sensible to me that if Jim Treliving was going to tized their outpatient phys- implementing wait lists, lim- not asking for more taxpay- therapist services that you invest in my idea, the thing to do would be to have a party at iotherapy clinics since iting the number of services ers' dollars to be spent on need. one of his Boston Pizza outlets. 2007. and visits, and restricting physiotherapy. Instead, we One of the first franchises of Boston Pizza was started by When our hospitals eligibility. are asking for the approxi- Sandra Manherz Jim, a Royal Canadian Mounted Police officer. announce a closure or cut- Each sector of our health mately $500 million spent Aurora In 1968 he had noticed the growing popularity of Boston back, management will usu- care system passes the Pizza and purchased the rights to open a restaurant in ally indicate that services buck to the others, and

Penticton, British Columbia. are available elsewhere in those who really need phys- While in Penticton he met up with George Melville who your community, through iotherapy pay the price, lit- “Aurora’s Community Newspaper” was a chartered accountant and who acted as Treliving's the OHIP funded erally if they can afford it, business consultant for four years. In 1973 he became Designated Physiotherapy and with deteriorating The Auroran Newspaper Company Ltd. Treliving's partner in the business. Over 10 years, they built Clinics (DPC) network, your health if they cannot. 16 restaurants in B.C. local Community Health The good news is that 15213 Yonge Street, Suite 8 The rest is history. Centre (CHC), Family the evidence is overwhelm- Aurora, ON, L4G 1L8 Treliving is worth a fortune and is one of the stars on the Health Team (FHT), or in ing that physiotherapists famous TV Show Dragon’s Den, seen every Wednesday your home through our are critically important to Publisher Emeritus night on the CBC network. Community Care Access your health: restoring func- Such was the case last Wednesday when more than 100 Centre (CCAC). tion after a stroke, surgery Rosemary Schumaker friends of Chris Williams, who came up with a Bottle Bin con- As a resident of or illness, and helping tainer, herded into Aurora’s Boston Pizza outlet in the town’s Newmarket-Aurora and a many, like seniors, maintain Editorial Production east end. physiotherapist, I can tell their mobility and their abili- Ron Wallace Cynthia Proctor Even though no one was supposed to know whether you that you should be pre- ty to live independently. [email protected] [email protected] Williams was successful in his bid with the Dragons, it made pared for disappointment if Physiotherapists reduce Brock Weir Photography sense to him to hold the party at the Pizza outlet. the demand for hospital and [email protected] David Falconer you find yourself dependent [email protected] On the internet I found four reviews of the Aurora loca- on any of these options. long-term care beds and Advertising Bob Ince tion...two liked the place and two didn’t. Our nearest DPC? emergency room visits. Main Number [email protected] 905-727-3300 One noted: “the food has no taste other than grease and There is one DPC locat- Physiotherapy also has a Diane Buchanan fat. They have an atmosphere like a kindergarden with kids major impact on decreasing Classifieds ed in the Electoral District, [email protected] 905-727-7128 running around the aisles and spilling drinks. And the wait- but to be eligible for treat- wait times for joint replace- Trish Miller-Kostin [email protected] ress was unshapely and totally not attractive. BP is the new [email protected] ment you will need to meet ment surgeries and Facsimile Swiss Chalet.” restrictive criteria (you have increasing access to spe- Zach Shoub 905-727-2620 When I was there Wednesday night with Patricia, it took to be 65 or older, 19 or cialized care for chronic [email protected] some time to get served, but once we were, everything (food younger, someone who conditions such as arthritis John Gould Administration [email protected] Patricia Wallace included) was fine. recently had at least one and diabetes. [email protected] While I wasn’t surprised with the outcome of the evening, night's hospital stay, or be The bad news is that our I do believe the Dragon’s Den got a few more fans...like it on an Ontario government healthcare system is not Subscriptions available within Canada and U.S. email: [email protected] really needs them. support program). taking full advantage of the The Williams presentation was almost last in the line of This leaves the vast benefits that physiothera- Editorial policy people who had things to offer the Dragons, and you knew majority of Ontarians simply pists can bring to Opinions expressed by columnists, contributors and letter writers are not necessarily the minute they came on, because of the cheering and hand- those of The Auroran. Letters must include name and phone number, although number out of luck. Ontarians. will not be published, and be limited to 600 words. Letters may be edited or refused. All clapping. Our nearest CHC? The Ontario contents protected by copyright. Every television in the place - there were at least eight - There are only a few Physiotherapy Association, Advertising policy was tuned to the show. Community Health Centres of which I am a member, Publisher is not liable for slight changes or typographical errors that do not lessen the There was no question how it would turn out, but I’m in all of Ontario that even has asked for a freeze on value of an advertisement. Disputes must be brought to the attention of the publisher surprised Treliving didn’t make an appearance. provide publicly funded cutbacks to publicly-funded prior to the following edition. THE AURORAN, Week of October 11, 2011 - 5 Machell’s Corners by Scott Johnston

Frankly Speaking

By Frank Klees MPP Newmarket-Aurora Thank you, Aurora and Newmarket When the votes were counted on and our rights. candidate in the 1975 and 1977 become all too common in today’s October 6th, I was once again hon- Thank you to the 45,328 residents provincial elections. political arena. oured to represent you as your of Aurora and Newmarket who cast I was not successful in those elec- The results showed clearly, that the Member of Provincial Parliament. their vote tions, but found the experience voters of Aurora and Newmarket reject I thank you for that privilege and for While less than half of the more rewarding and in retrospect, am grate- that kind of politics. your vote of confidence. than 91,000 eligible voters in Aurora ful for the more than 20 years of life I have always believed that all can- “If you don’t get involved in the and Newmarket voted, it was encour- and business experience that pre- didates, regardless of political stripe, political process, you are destined aging to see the effort many made to pared me for my role as MPP which share the same common goal, and to be governed by those who do” do so. began with my first successful election that is to serve their community and to For those of you who have seen my What was a relatively easy exercise in 1995. help make it a better place to live, to business card, you’ll know that these for some, was a major effort for others. I have also had the good fortune to work and to raise a family. words are printed on the back of the Over the course of the election remain good friends with many of the I thank my fellow candidates for card. campaign, during Advance Poll voting candidates from all political parties stepping forward. I had them put there because I’ve and on Election Day, I observed many along the way. As always, I welcome your com- become more and more concerned at people with disabilities who didn’t let That was due to the fact, that we ments and advice. the apparent lack of interest in the their challenges keep them from regis- managed to keep the focus on the Please feel free to call me at 905- political process. tering their vote. issues rather than engage in the neg- 750-0019 or contact me through my This election has proven once While canvassing in Aurora, I met a ative and personal attacks that have website at www.frankklees.com. again, that one out of every two peo- resident who wanted to vote, but ple are leaving it to someone else to couldn’t leave her husband unattend- decide who will make the important ed because of his advanced stage of Letters to the Editor decisions about how their tax dollars Parkinson’s disease. will be spent, what their healthcare My wife Jaine and daughter Alissa and education systems will look like offered to stay with the husband while Hudak has no platform and generally, how the affairs of the one of our volunteers provided trans- province will be managed. portation to the polling station. To the editor, plan. Frank Klees would progressive ideas or solu- That’s why I want to express my There are many other examples of have been a better choice. tions. Tim Hudak seems to be a Hudak thinks he can win A Buck a Beer just don’t appreciation and thanks to those who extra efforts made by voters to exer- nice guy. the election by mud-slinging, cut it, Tim. made the effort to get involved in this cise their vote. I thank you. You know what happens constantly attacking the election, and most important, those Thank you to the many volunteers to nice guys. other side for the state of Eric Strohr who made this election - and all elec- who became engaged in the election He has no platform or affairs, yet never offering any Aurora tions in our country - possible. campaigns of all political parties Thank you to the men and women While I have been involved in many who guaranteed us the liberty and election campaigns, including two the freedom to vote leadership campaigns, I have never Photographer asks if CBC’s “compass” is a scam To our veterans of every war and experienced the enthusiasm and ener- Attention Frank Klees: not? vote "liberal". conflict, in which men and women gy that was present in this campaign. I am a decidedly right There must be a con- were willing to sacrifice their lives to Literally hundreds of volunteers Good morning Frank, wing voter but after siderable number of protect our freedom and democratic engaged on a daily basis to assist with I am the photographer answering all the ques- undecided voters who rights, I say thank you. canavassing, erecting signs, making who met you yesterday tions on the "compass", could be "persuaded" to One of those rights, is the right to a phone calls and helping out in our at the charity "walk for it was suggested that I vote "liberal". free and democratic vote. campaign headquarters. hearing" in Aurora. should vote "liberal". Please advise As we watch the evening news and Many put their personal lives on At that time I dis- This is a duplication whether I should take see citizens of countries around the hold to help advance a cause or to cussed with you my of the result during the this any further. world struggling to attain that right, we support their candidate of choice. I experiences using the previous election when would do well to remember that exer- thank you. CBC "compass". the "compass" also Tony Whibley cising that right is also a responsibility Thank you to the candidates who Is this a SCAM or suggested that I should King City and resolve not to take it for granted. put themselves forward to carry the We will soon be observing banner of their respective parties Remembrance Day in the company of I have now participated as a candi- our veterans, and when we join them date in seven provincial elections. in proclaiming the words, “We will The first two times were in south- More letters, see page six remember them”, let’s remember that western Ontario in the electoral dis- they died to guarantee us our freedom trict of Essex South, where I was the 6 - THE AURORAN, Week of October 11, 2011 Letters to the Editor Writer says pair who wrote letters deflecting attention from the issue To the editor, writing is slanderous, libelous, This is not being "vindic- "Election Campaign The Ontario court has not Mr. Johnson asserts that defamatory or threatening tive" as asserted by Mr Strategist"…as well as being even heard the defamation the anonymous bloggers post- Response to letters from harm. Maddocks - it is a right just as the blog in question's case yet and in March 2011 ed their thoughts "expecting Mr. Maddocks and Mr. If you breach the laws gov- strong as freedom of speech. owner/administrator/ the court denied Mr. Johnson confidentiality". Does he real- Johnson, published in The erning those things then you Expressing political views moderater, where he solicited and his co-defendants' ly believe that anyone can say Auroran, September 20. can be sued by your victim (or is one thing, but issues of anonymous posts. request to have the case dis- absolutely anything about After reading Mr. Johnson even criminally prosecuted, in defamatory libel must be Enough said. missed. someone else without any and Mr. Maddocks’ letters it some cases) because you decided by the courts. Mr. Maddocks’ thinly veiled Regardless of what the consequences? appears to me that both indi- have abused your right and Since Mr. Maddocks attempt in his letter to malign courts conclude during the This real issue is ignored in viduals are deflecting atten- infringed those of your victim. brought up my political sup- the plaintiff's integrity by Norwich motion appeal, they both of their letters. tion away from the real issue. If your victim wants to port and campaign involve- encouraging residents to seek and/or Wordpress/Automatic The issue before the courts The issue is NOT about press their legal rights, but an ment, perhaps he should also out the opinions of a few Inc. could still be compelled is not challenging the right of freedom of speech or "the individual has chosen have brought up that he, Mr. known political opponents has through the "discoveries" freedom of speech or "the right to post anonymously". anonymity, then your victim Johnson and the co-defen- nothing to do with the real process to give up information right to post anonymously". The issue is about the has every right to go to the dants were all supporters of issue at hand. which helps to identify those Rather it is seeking to responsibilities that go along courts and ask that those who the plaintiff's political oppo- In response to Richard who its alleged have libeled uphold the responsibilities that with these rights. may be in a possession of nent, the current mayor, Mr. Johnson's statement, the the plaintiff while she was act- go along with these rights. You can be as free as you information that would help to Geoffrey Dawe. Ontario Court has not, as he ing in her professional capaci- like with your speech (or writ- identify the anonymous Furthermore, Mr. Bill Hogg, claimed, "supported the posi- ty as the elected Mayor of Catherine Marshall ing), anonymously or other- posters and the owners of the one of the co-defendants, was tion [the defendants] have Aurora. Aurora wise, UNLESS that speech or blog be compelled to do so. also Geoffrey Dawe's taken in this lawsuit". Better teen driver meets Hanes responds to town’s mayor bigger discounts To the editor, I did not see a statement metered. In this case one and your council say no to Let me show you how our Steer Clear® in his note that he knew million dollars goes to the an Integrity Commissioner. discount can teach your teennts better driving An open letter to where the million dollars taxpayer and not to the town Hopefully the Codes of habits while you save money. Aurora Mayor Geoffrey worth of missing water was budget. Conduct will go the same Are you there? LIKE A GOOD NEIGHBOUR STATE FARM IS THERE. Dawe: going. My list of locations was a way. Providing Insurance and Financial Services I said unless all the water question. Councillor Wendy 905-727-8400 Peter Virtanen 220 Industrial Pkwy S., Unit 37 Dear Mr. Mayor, used by the town of Aurora Did it have a meter. Mr. Gaertner has been very CLU Agent, Aurora (Just south of the soccer fields) is metered, we will never Dawe? I expected a list from vocal since the new council Geoffrey Dawe, I did not know. Mr. Simanovskis stating the has been voted in. say I knew where the water This is a fact. I have no sites in your water system Very amusing as she sel- in Aurora was going. comment on the physical that do not have meters and dom spoke on the two previ- The "Auroran" said that. water system. when was he going to install ous councils she served on. ONUMENTS BY And yes, I did read Mr. The town is charging tax- them. Is someone pulling her M Simanovskis’ note in The payer for lost water. Talking about water, did chain? Auroran. All the water is not the council not dump the I hope you will take the HOMPSONS A New Approach to Memorial Design. cost of the pumping stations proposed litigation and legal T on the town of Aurora tax- indemnification policies pre- * Granite markers and monuments Senior says voting payers? sented by the town’s legal * Cemetery lettering and restoration The pumping stations department and burn them. * Bronze markers and vases * Serving all cemeteries and nationalities needed more than X were a legal contract for the Not needed. * Portrait Etchings home owner when they pur- Now you can stop the To the editor, requiring an X, can not be used chased their home. What waste of money on the soc- Quality and Satisfaction Guaranteed for advance polls? happens now when new cer bubble. Day, Evening and Weekend Appointments An open letter to Mr. Greg I have asked several people equipment is required by You are the boss, not Essensa, Chief Electoral on the Elections Ontario phone pumping stations? The your staff. Make it happen. 905-727-5421 Officer, 51 Rolark Drive, system and nobody knew the 530 Industrial Pkwy S., Aurora L4G 6W8 Aurora taxpayer? Your legal Toronto, Ontario answer. department let you down. R.W. Hanes Thompson Funeral Home is proud to be part of Please make it easier for It was nice to see you Aurora Service Corporation International (Canada) Ltd. Dear Mr. Essensa, seniors to vote.

The Elections Ontario TV Margaret Stevens advertisement that you are Aurora making voting easier for sen- iors is just not true. Going bankrupt, I am 95 and a resident of Park Place Manor, a retirement this reader says home, in Aurora, Ontario. To the editor, We voted yesterday in an advance poll in our meeting Subject: Ontario's room. tsunami debt Since this is the only way most of us are able to get out to Ontario's debt is $200 vote, we appreciate the oppor- Billion. tunity. That is 200,000 of $1 mil- However, the process is not lion chips and increases at all conducive for seniors. every year by another $10 Many of us do not have Billion or 10,000 of $1 million very much in the way of identi- chips. Staggering amounts. fication, not requiring pass- Debt interest payment is ports or driver's licenses any also $10 Billion every year longer. (one year interest debt pay- Many of us do not write very ment would be enough to put well any more, or retain the up 10 brand new, fully ability to read long documents. equipped health facilities in The process yesterday Ontario.) included having to sign and Europe has Greece. date two long documents for Canada has Ontario. two different officers, then pro- We are going bankrupt. duce identification. The debt tsunami is com- The final straw was to be ing. handed a blank ballot and be Ontarians' Freedom 65 told you had to write down the will be postponed until age name of your choice of candi- 110. dates. What is the reason that Alex Vander Veen election day style ballots simply Aurora THE AURORAN, Week of October 11, 2011 - 7 Council upholds designation against dangerous dog

A dangerous dog des- avail. back to 2008 pertaining to During the exchange, place to ensure the safety regarding the muzzle. ignation against an He said he tried to ward Leroy being off leash. Mr. Popple asked him if he of the general public that Council opted to make this unleashed Doberman off Leroy with Liza's In response, Mr. kept Leroy on the leash this dog isn't permitted to conditional upon Mr. which attacked a golden retractable leash as the Verbakel said that Leroy when being taken through bite again or attack," said Verbakel completing a dog retriever in Fleury Park at attack went down and "does not leave the prop- Fleury Park. Mr. Popple in his closing training program approved the end of August has tried to examine the gold- erty" and the basis of the Receiving the answer of statement. by the OSPCA within six been upheld by Aurora en retriever on the bleach- 2008 complaints were "sometimes" with the qual- Mr. Verbakel said in his months. Council after hearing an ers before she squeezed "unjustified." ification that occasionally closing that in the years At that time, if the con- appeal by the dog owner out of her lead and "Leroy is not a danger- he lets Leroy off leash to he has owned Leroy he ditions have been met and last week. dashed home, with Mr. ous dog," said Mr. run through the bush and has never left the property the OSPCA and Town are Last Monday, Council, Brooks trailing behind her. Verbakel. "I admit I let the creek, Mr. Popple and said that there hadn't satisfied the condition will sitting as a tribunal, heard This is the second inci- Leroy run down into the pressed on, asking him if been a complaint against be removed. testimony from Ron dent between Liza and park along with other he was aware of bylaw reg- him in three years, which After the hearing, Edith Verbakel, the owner Leroy, Leroy, Mr. Brooks went dogs. I live very close to ulations. is "a pretty long time" con- Dewolde, Liza's owner, the Doberman in question, onto say. Yonge Street. Leroy never When Mr. Verbakel sidering the busyness of said she was satisfied with and from Robert Brooks, When asked by Mr. leaves the property, ever." replied in the affirmative, their neighbourhood. the ruling. who was walking his Verbakel whether he With the evidence pre- he was asked if he abided "I have kept Leroy "I feel sorry for the dog, neighbour's golden thought Leroy was truly a sented to council, Mr. by them. under control," he said. "I that the dog has to be retriever Liza when the dangerous dog, however, Verbakel argued that the "Most of the time I do," know what he does. He'll muzzled, but I do agree incident happened. Mr. Brooks said he was wounds shown in photo- said Mr. Verbakel. "I am a run up to the retaining wall that he is a dangerous dog Going into the appeal, not qualified to make that graphs should be consid- responsible owner of and bark. He will not do and just because other several restrictions had statement. ered a "nip" rather than a Leroy. I don't personally anything. I would ask that charges haven't been laid already been placed on "I don't know what a "bite" and the "dangerous see the harm. If I thought you ease the restriction and the police haven't Leroy due to the danger- dangerous dog is, but I do dog" designation was Leroy was dangerous I and the muzzle thing. been called or contacted ous dog notice, including know that twice this dog unfair. wouldn't be so foolish. I Leroy does not need to be doesn't mean that this dog a requirement of the has bitten the dog I was "Like I told both officers recognize the liability if muzzled. I don't think that hasn't been terrorizing the owner to keep the dog walking," said Mr. Brooks. that came around I know Leroy actually bites some- is fair for Leroy." neighbourhood," she said. leashed on his property or "It is up to the Town and what Leroy does," said Mr. one." In the end, council "As my neighbour would confined within the the officers to determine Verbakel. "He might come Asked if he would con- decided to keep the go around speaking to owner's dwelling, to keep [danger]. I would have it up and do a little bark, tinue to let Leroy off leash restrictions in place people, everyone has the dog under the leashed leashed and muzzled." bark and leave. Like I told in the future, he said he except for the condition some incident with Leroy." control of an adult, to keep Investigations into the both officers that came would not "anymore as a the dog muzzled, and incident in question were around I know what Leroy result to this." d Two C onsignment Bout inform the OSPCA of any carried out by the does. This whole thing "There has beenqu ethree Roun ique changes to the situation. OSPCA's Eric about Leroy being a dan- previous complaints about SPECIALIZING IN DESIGNER LABELS Under examination Schafranek. gerous dog is very this dog filed with bylaw from the Town's Bylaw Having gathered wit- unfounded." services in relation to at Manager Jon Popple, Mr. ness statements and pho- Following Mr. large and the previous Brooks said he spotted tographs pertaining to the Verbakel's statement, Mr. alleged bite so we have UPSCALE RESALE Leroy while walking Liza attack, Mr. Schafranek Popple questioned him on had numerous contacts 15228 Yonge St (back of building) 905.841.9555 near the Fleury Park said in looking through his abidance to the Town's with this owner and this Entrance off Temperance St. www.roundtwoboutique.com (SW Yonge & Wellington) Aurora [email protected] records he had found bylaws which require dogs dog as a result of viola- baseball diamond and Hours: Tues/Wed 11-5 • Thurs – 11 - 7 • Fri – 11 – 7:30 • Sat – 10 – 5 turned to avoid confronta- three previous complaints to be leashed when off tions of the bylaw and tion with the dog, but to no related to Leroy dating property. we're simply asking that MIDNIGHT MADNESS , OCTOBER 14TH–OPEN TILL 11:30 P.M. these measures be put in There’s still “misunderstanding” between Cultural Centre, AHS, say auditors in a council report Despite the Aurora are of the opinion there provide a home for the Cultural Centre being may be a "misunderstand- Aurora Museum," she found to be in compliance ing" by the Historical said. "The investment was with its Cultural Services Society that there is made in the building for Agreement with the Town, something in the Cultural that purpose. It was not to for some councillors Services Agreement "that exclude the opportunity questions still remain indicates that the Centre for arts and cultural pro- regarding the Centre's has an obligation to the grams, but it was certain- obligation to provide her- AHS other than as a host ly the prime purpose and I itage programming. for the collection and to find myself in complete The auditors came to collaborate where possi- disagreement with the the conclusion that the ble in developing and pre- conclusions of this con- Cultural Centre is provid- senting heritage program- sultant. He doesn't seem ing arts, cultural and her- ming." to have talked to anyone itage services in compli- This "misunderstand- who was there [at the ance with their agreement ing" was a concern to time]." but said there is no defini- some councillors at the In a statement issued tion within the agreement table, including Sandra after last week's general that defines what consti- Humfryes, who has been committee meeting, the tutes heritage program- a vocal advocate for the Aurora Cultural Centre ming apart from the restoration of an Aurora said it has been a "huge Centre's obligation to museum, describing it as success" and "tens of store the Aurora a "huge gap”. thousands of visitors have Historical Society's (AHS) "There is some work to enjoyed what the Centre collections. be done [on the misun- has to offer in Arts, "From our review of the derstanding]," she said. "I Culture, and Heritage in Centre programming for don't believe that piece is the first half of this year." 2010 and 2011, it was addressed. I'm not slight- "There was clearly a evident that the Centre ing anything of the void that we are happily has provided the AHS Cultural Centre, I think filling here at 22 Church with space for their dis- they do a great job, but Street, and the response plays and events at no there is that gaping hole. to every event is tremen- cost to the AHS," said the It is stated here by the dous," said Laura auditors in their report. auditors and I expect that Schembri, Executive "Both the Centre and the to be addressed. The Director of the Aurora AHS are interested in community has Cultural Centre. "The finding ways they can addressed it several community has respond- work together in the times." ed enthusiastically to our future to present heritage Councillor Evelyn Buck ticketed events, instruc- programming." said that she also shared tional programs and work- While the auditors said the AHS' "misunderstand- shops - and has equally the Centre and the AHS ing" of the obligation. embraced the many free are working together to "It was a fact that the arts, culture and commu- develop a Collections prime purpose of [the nity heritage offerings we Agreement for what is Church Street School have enjoyed presenting stored, they added they restoration] project was to to the public." 8 - THE AURORAN, Week of October 11, 2011

From left to right, Trevor, Kathleen, and Chris Williams of Aurora com- pany Sustain It Inc., are seen here with company owner Andy Williams, right, at a viewing party for Dragon's Den at Aurora's Boston Pizza last week. Trevor, Kathleen, and Chris rep- resented the company when they stepped into the Dragon's Den in the spring for an episode which aired on CBC last Wednesday, promoting the Bottle Bin, a plastic receptacle to carry empty beer and wine bottles back to The Beer Store and the LCBO. Their product was just what the panel was looking for with a bidding war break- ing out between the Dragons and the Williams' ultimately going with a deal offered by Jim Treliving of T&M Investments and co-owner of Boston Pizza. Auroran photo by Brock Weir Bidding war for Aurora product breaks out at Dragon’s Den

From page 1 Dickinson, and $150,000 representing Mr. Treliving. could be very useful for storage capacity - 18 stan- for a 30 per cent stake and "I have been working with those expansion projects dard wine bottles and up 25 cent royalty from them since then and they [but] just like the Bottle Bin to 48 beer bottles - as well Robert Herjavec. have been so much fun to we have to keep that as its double use as a As the viewing party work with. You can tell by secret!" cooler, while Trevor was held at Boston Pizza, the support they have here extolled the virtues of its one could argue it is a tonight and it is great." double handle system. safe assumption on who Mr. Anders also brought Evidently their pitch was ultimately had the golden word from Mr. Treliving, just what the Dragons bid. who sent along the mes- were looking for as a "It's a great project," sage that "it has been GRAND OPENING!! bidding war erupted on the said Jim Treliving, co- awesome working with panel. owner of Boston Pizza Chris, Trevor, and Andy to "[This] is a really smart through T&M Group of put our deal together and idea," said Dragon Arlene Companies. "I just don't as partners I'm confident Dickinson. "Good for you know how I'm going to we're going to grow Bottle guys." make it work." Bin and Sustain It into the DAWG HOUSE Bids from the Dragons But evidently he worked biggest success Dragon's ranged from $150,000 for something out, offering Den has ever seen." a 40 per cent stake in the the company exactly what Following the screen- company from Kevin they were looking for - ing, Andy said the deal O'Leary, $150,000 for a 20 $150,000 for a 20 per cent with Mr. Treliving was in per cent stake and $1 per stake. It was a done deal. the final written stages bin until the initial invest- "I met these guys in and will help the company Sports ment is recouped from May when they pitched in grow for the future. Saturday, October 15, 2011 Bruce Croxon, $150,000 Toronto," said Rowan "We have a couple of for no equity but a 75 cent Anders of T&M, who new projects we're work- royalty per bin from Ms. attended the viewing party ing on and...those funds 12pm - 6pm Symphony begins anniversary 220 Industrial Pkwy S., Unit 27, Aurora Our team of with performance in Aurora professionally trained On October 15 and 16, Competition at University of Shauna Rolston, while also SKATE SHARPENING EXPERTS Music Director Gregory Toronto, where she played studying jazz improvisation Burton will begin the York the Brahms Violin Concerto. with Matt Brubeck. guarantee your Symphony Orchestra’s 50th More recently, having The concert will include Anniversary season with a graduated from the Brahms’ stirring and playful complete satisfaction. Brahms festival and they’ll Peabody Conservatory of Academic Festival open in Aurora. Johns Hopkins University, Overture, and his last major Joining the orchestra will earning her Master of Music symphonic work, the Fourth Come by and see how be two favourite young degree, Luri was selected Symphony. soloists of recent years, vio- from Peabody Conservatory Concerts are slated for hard you can shoot linist Luri Lee and cellist students to perform a cham- Saturday, October 15th at 8 in our Andrew Ascenzo, who will ber music concert in p.m. at the Trinity Anglican join forces to play Brahms’ Carnegie Hall and Church in Aurora, and RADAR lyrical and romantic Double Singapore. Sunday, October 16th at the Concerto. A York Region native, Richmond Hill Centre for Luri Lee is currently con- cellist Andrew Ascenzo the Performing Arts. SHOOTING LANE! certmaster of the Glenn recently completed his Tickets for the Aurora Gould School Orchestra of Undergraduate and show may be purchased by Dawg House Sports the Royal Conservatory of Master's Degrees in Cello calling 416-410-0860. Music. Performance at the Tickets will also be avail- Sharpening * Sticks * Hockey Accessories She was the winner of University of Toronto under able at the doors of both the 2008 Concerto the tutelage of Professor venues. 905-727-1995 THE AURORAN, Week of October 11, 2011 - 9

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After an independent said. responsibility to monitor all organizations and I to be in compliance with." This sentiment was review of the Aurora Not surprisingly, the the KPIs to measure the don't think the Cultural Before general commit- shared by Mayor Dawe, Cultural Centre's compli- staff and board members success of the Centre's Centre should be any dif- tee signed off on the staff who said he had no prob- ance with its Cultural of the Cultural Centre performance," reads the ferent," he said. "For me, recommendation to, lem with the drafting of Services Agreement with were also pleased with report. it is just those issues with among other items, have KPIs but was vehemently the Town, the Centre has the auditor's findings. The auditors also the service agreement the CAO develop the opposed to Novita getting been found to indeed be "The Board of directors found that there is noth- that I would like to sit KPIs, Councillor Ballard back into the mix. in compliance - but just is pleased, but not sur- ing in the Cultural down with them and talk it moved a motion directing "I wasn't impressed what exactly they are in prised," said board presi- Services Agreement that out and see if we can the staff to work with with the Novita report compliance with was the dent Rob Layton. "From "defines the obligations come up with an amicable Novita, the consulting when it first came out as topic of much debate last its inception, at the between the Centre and solution that addresses group which compiled the chair of the Library week at the council table request of the Town, the the Council." those issues." original report on the Board," he said. "I thought this week. Board has been commit- "The contract does not Council representation Cultural Centre and devel- it was a poorly written The audit report was ted to meeting the terms include a clause that out- on the Board was some- oped the current Cultural work, quite frankly, and discussed at last week's and the tone of the lines what and when the thing incorporated into Services Agreement, in there is no way I can sup- general committee meet- Cultural Services Centre will report to coun- the recommendation drafting the indicators. port hiring them again." ing where councillors had Agreement. The auditors' cil," it said. "The Centre before members, which "I'm not sure if General committee's the chance to go through report confirms that the has made two presenta- called upon the Town's Councillor Ballard has approval of this recom- the report in detail. Board's governance has tions to council and has CAO to work with Cultural been listening to the con- mendation, as well as In the report, the audi- resulted in full contract intentions to report on at Centre staff to "define the versation tonight but most their approval of a motion tors said they found the compliance and that this least an annual basis." reporting relationship of us have said we have a from Councillor Buck to Centre to be in compli- compliance has allowed For Councillor Evelyn between the Aurora problem with the way the send the existing Cultural ance with both their con- the Centre to operate Buck, who has been a Cultural Centre and coun- service agreement has Services Agreement back tract and lease agree- successfully as predicted vocal critic of the current cil”. come about so going back to the Town Solicitor for a ment. by the Strategic Plan." operations of the Aurora "The audit more or less to the same firm that full review of its merits, It was a finding that But many councillors at Cultural Centre where confirms to me that the helped create the service shortcomings, and the pleased some councillors. the table last week heritage programming is agreement, the CSA is agreement I think is coun- Town's legal obligations to "I think it is an excel- expressed misgivings concerned, the existing really probably what I terintuitive to what the the document, are expect- lent audit that should put about the Cultural contract has not served would like answers to group here is saying as a ed to come forward to to rest many of the con- Services Agreement itself the community's interest. help explain and maybe whole," said Councillor council for final approval cerns councillors have when considering the "I don't find the agree- facilitate better involve- Paul Pirri. this week. had - and some people in motion recommended by ment satisfactory, so the ment," said Councillor the public - with regards Town Staff to develop key audit may find them in John Abel, who has previ- Chris Hrynyk to the administration of performance indicators complete compliance with ously raised questions Financial Advisor the Aurora Cultural (KPIs) to measure the an agreement I don't find about the Centre at the Centre," said Councillor success of the Centre's serving the community's table. "I think some peo- 14993 Yonge Street, Suite 201 Chris Ballard. "You'll operations. interest," she said. ple maybe misunderstand Aurora, Ontario L4G 1M5 recall I was a touch reti- In their report, the Councillor Michael me and think that I want cent to begin with to move auditors found that while Thompson said he too to compete against the Tel: 289-466-5196 ahead with the audit the Aurora Cultural had concerns with the existing Cultural Centre [email protected] report but I am quite glad Centre has provided the terms of the agreement and that's not true at all. www.monarchwealth.ca it has been done because Town with an annual and said that council is "What I would like to it should put to rest ques- report of KPIs related to responsible for the do is complete what I see RRSP TFSA Mutual Funds tions people may have." their programming, com- amount of funds it dis- as a great heritage serv- RESP GIC Pension Transfers Mayor Geoffrey Dawe munity participation, and penses and it should ice and facility for the said he thought the report fundraising activities, exercise "the issue of Town and it really is a was well done and con- there is nothing within the accountability" where the matter of understanding Hair firmed his belief that "the existing contract to speci- Aurora Cultural Centre is what role we can play and Manicure Cultural Centre is very fy how performance is concerned - namely hav- the residents should have Pedicure much living up to the measured "and provides ing council representation some input." Waxing terms of the agreement no expectation for per- on the Cultural Centre With regards to the Bio-gel, Solar-Gel as drafted." formance”. Board and having the KPIs, Councillor Abel said UV Gell, Acrylic "I think the Cultural "There is no formalized Centre come before coun- he could see why the Centre is doing exactly process defined in the cil with their annual budg- auditor said the Cultural Walk-ins Welcome • Gift Certificates Available All staff are from LEANNE’S NAILS what they're contracted to contract that delineates et like other organiza- Centre was in compliance OPEN 15450 Yonge St., Unit 1, Aurora OPEN do and I think they are how the KPIs will be uti- tions. with the agreement Monday Monday to Saturday to Saturday doing it very well," he lized or who has the "That is what we ask of "because there is nothing * Room for Rent/Facials 905-503-SWAN (7926) SIU rules policeman shot himself

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The spread of the ronments and our urban trees in our current inven- over time. insect." this strategy is the only emerald ash borer north- forests," said Mr. tory and hundreds more "From a residential The plan comes up for one that makes sense," ward in York Region could Buchanan. "There is no in our open space and perspective, if we don't final approval this week. said Councillor Michael spell an end for most ash question that it will kill all wooded lands, costs for try the preventative main- "Although there will be Thompson. trees in Aurora in as little the trees and has huge removing and replacing tenance that means we're no costs incurred with the Others expressed con- as 15 years, according to both natural environment the trees will be signifi- also going to be spread- treatment or managed cern that the option to a Regional Report pre- and economic conse- cant," said Mr. Downey in ing that to our private control of the emerald treat the trees could sented at Aurora's gener- quences to our resi- his report. "In addition to properties," she said. "I ash borer, there will be potentially lock the Town al committee meeting last dents." the actual financial would like to see us do considerable costs asso- into treatment for the week. Thirty per cent of the impacts, the aesthetic some preventative meas- ciated with the removal foreseeable future for The remarks were Regional forest is ash and ecological impacts ures so that it helps pro- and replacement of trees however long the problem made by Ian Buchanan, and the destruction in the could be much more sig- tect our residents' private and additional staff exists. Manager of Natural wake of the borer will nificant. Many of our ash homes and they can start and/or contract resources "I don't think these Resources for the Region cause a "dramatic shift" trees are large speci- a strategy to eventually required to undertake bugs are going away any of York, at the meeting in the forest communities. mens lining our streets replace those trees." and manage all aspects time soon so I can see where councillors voted to But it won't just hit the and parks that have That option, however, of this work." this program going on for accept the recommenda- forests, it will also wipe developed full canopies. would not have any Removal and replace- 15 years maybe saving a tion to tentatively use out a significant portion "Streetscapes will be impact on whether trees ment of the trees is esti- significant number of our resources to remove and of street trees throughout dramatically transformed on private lands are mated to cost just over trees but maybe not but replace damaged trees the Region, of which in that decade of tree affected by the infesta- $3.4 million spread over we might be tied in for rather than undertake a 8,000 trees are ash. development and mature tion, said Mr. Downey. the course of the infesta- perpetuity until some sci- treatment program which The removal and canopy will be lost over a In the end, councillors tion. entist comes up with a may or may not be suc- replacement of these few years or less. A loss opted to go for the first While some council- way of introducing a natu- cessful in the long run. trees is estimated to cost of tree canopy of this plan presented to them lors said they did not like ral pest to take care of According to Mr. about $7 million over the magnitude could also which would allow the the outcome, they indi- them," said Councillor Buchanan, the Region of next 10 years. raise concerns and emerald ash borer to take cated this was the only Chris Ballard. "But much York placed pheromone From Aurora's side, demands in some neigh- its course, "taking no pro- practical course of as I like ash trees I think traps in six locations with- over 2,700 trees will be bourhoods with respect to active action in the treat- action. number one is the way to in Aurora to gauge how far affected by the emerald the diminished quality ment or control of that "It is unfortunate, but go, unfortunately." the invasive insect has ash borer, according to and character of neigh- spread and one trap at Parks Director Al bourhood streetscape." Bayview Avenue and Downey. In discussions on how Stone Road contained In his report, ash trees to tackle the issue, one individual emerald are in parks, woodlands, Councillor Sandra Grand Re-Opening ash borer. and line the streets and Humfryes said she would While the Region said the bug will result in a like to see an alternative it did not consider finding "dramatic transformation" recommendation carried the single bug to be "rep- in the appearance of out which would have resentative of a signifi- many streets and parks seen the Town treat larg- cant infestation at this where ash dominates. er ash trees at a cost of time" it is indicative that it "With over 2,700 ash nearly $4.5 million spread is spreading into the area as previously forecasted. 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From page 1 "The Liberal candidate held Klees, 60, begins his second tion, and finished second after ernment in Ontario," she contin- the fray with their "best fight" to dents, issues that rose to priority a press conference, made that term in the newly-formed finishing third in a similar elec- ued. "Unfortunately I won't be get out their message as well. levels during the course of the one of her central promises of a Newmarket-Aurora riding, tion in 2004. your representative at Queen's But the people of race and this time was no differ- Liberal government and I am although he is no stranger to Speaking to her supporters Park but I know that this cam- Newmarket-Aurora made their ent going to be asking at the earliest politics. shortly after her arrival at the paign was hard fought. This decision in re-electing Frank According to Mr. Klees, he possible opportunity during “It’s gratifying,” the veteran hall when the night's outcome campaign was fought with hon- Klees, a fact Ms. Bisanz said is was faced at the door by many Question Period what the time Progressive Conservative told a was all but certain, Ms. Bisanz esty, with integrity, and with hard "unfortunate" for residents given people who were having difficul- line is for that all day service for group at Newmarket’s Glenway thanked them for all their hard work of all of the volunteers." Thursday's results. ty in making ends meet due to Newmarket-Aurora and it will be Golf Club. “I’m just glad to be the work since the campaign After thanking her family and "I think the challenge will be taxes, their hydro bills and other very interesting to see the MPP for Newmarket-Aurora.” began but also reflected on the her team once again, Ms. to ensure that the community is factors, and also individuals who response I get." Klees has been a Member mixed bag of emotions election Bisanz told The Auroran that well represented given that [Mr. had a "serious concern" about While having a more com- of the Provincial Assembly night brought to the local one of the biggest successes of Klees] will once again be com- health care wait times and fortable voter majority this time since 1995 when he was first Liberals. her campaign here in ing at it from a position of oppo- unemployment. around is one thing, Mr. Klees elected, defeating former "Obviously one of the rea- Newmarket-Aurora was "cutting sition and it is unfortunate that "There are a lot of people in said he wants to make it clear to Liberal leadership candidate sons I entered into this race in through the negativity and rhet- Newmarket and Aurora do not Newmarket-Aurora who are still residents that he and his office Charles Beer in the riding of the first place was because I oric" and demonstrating to vot- have a voice within the govern- desperate for a job because of are available to serve residents York-Mackenzie by some became very concerned a few ers that the party has a "serious ment at Queen's Park," she the downturn in the economy from all political stripes. 12,000 votes. months ago that the potential plan" and the Liberals follow said. and it is a serious issue," he "Between elections, as any- He was easily re-elected in for a change in government through on those commitments When asked, however, what said. one will tell you, there is no par- the 1999 provincial election, would take this province back- with results. she would say to the more than One difference though dur- tisan label on the constituency and on June 17, 1999 joined the wards, and I have said repeat- "For me, that, regardless of 16,000 people who voted for ing this election campaign was office and I never ask anyone if cabinet of Premier Mike Harris edly [during the campaign] that what happened here on the her and did not get the local "negativity" from the Liberal side they have voted for me," he as Chief Government Whip, the reason I decided to run is I local level, the bigger picture is representation they wanted in "primarily", he said, going as far said. "That is not an issue. Deputy House Leader and believe we have made progress one I am very proud of and the end, Ms. Bisanz provided a as to call it "mudslinging." Mr. Between elections, partisanship Minister without Portfolio. in Ontario over the last eight proud to have been a part of call to action. Klees said he has never before does not come into play in my He has been re-elected ever years that was quite significant," delivering those messages with "I think we need to stay faced such "clear attacks" on his constituency office or in my role since. she said, going on to highlight honesty and integrity." focused on the vision for the "personal integrity" during a as Member of Provincial Klees lives in Aurora and achievements in areas ranging Facing what she described future, recognizing that we all campaign - "the kind of pam- Parliament." was elected in the newly-creat- from improvements in educa- as the "challenge of being up do need to work together in phleteering and insinuation When all was said and ed provincial riding of tion to decreased hospital wait against an incumbent" with "far order to continue to make this those pamphlets made on my done, Ms. Bisanz received Newmarket-Aurora in the times. more resources" to get his mes- province the best place to live, character" - and said voters 16,170 votes - or 36 per cent of Ontario general election, 2007. "The sweet element of sage out there, she said she to work, and to raise a family," rejected this kind of “gutter the vote - trailing Mr. Klees by On March 30, 2009, he tonight is we have a Liberal gov- and her campaign headed into she said. politics”. 5,226, almost 4,000 more than declared his candidacy in the "It is unfortunate that it actu- when she ran against him four 2009 Ontario Progressive ally became part of this cam- years ago. Conservative leadership elec- paign," he said. "I hope not to Coome ask an Expert at see it again and I hope it was a clear signal to the Liberal party Hollandview Trail RReetirement Co unmm ity that this kind of politicking is not welcome in Newmarket- Miind, Boddy & Soul Aurora." While Mr. Klees said his Wellness Fair biggest personal success during the campaign is the strong vote Weddneesdad yy,, OctOtobbber 19th 11::0000 pm - 404:000 pm of confidence voters put in his record, when asked if there Exhibitors include: were any missed opportunities, he said he does not think his Regionall Nursing Services Direcct Dentistry Services campaign could have done any- Centric HHealth Active Aurora Public Librrary thing better. Sunday, October 16 2 pm Physiothherapy Classsic Care Pharmmacy With the 2011 campaign Paul Neufeld’s Sunday Jazz Sessions behind him, however, there are Preferred Health Care Hearrt & Stroke Foundation a number of issues Mr. Klees Juno Award-winning pianist Neufeld welcomes special guest Andrea Koziol with selections from her latest album Half Way said he is looking forward to We Care Home Healthh Aurora Seniors Ceentre Street. Don’t miss this warm and intimate performance of great tackling once he gets back to original vocals and a few covers – with a little ukelele on top. A Sense ofTToouch Masssage Mary Kay Cosmetics work at Queen's Park. www.andreakoziol.com The most important issue, Tickets, $15, or $45 for a family of 4 Canadiann Cancer Society Thommpson Funeral Home he said, is to "hold the McGuinty Drr. Wong - Optometriist Rexall Pharmacy government accountable for Saturday, October 22 7:30 pm Canadiann Hearing Society Meriidian Credit Union their mismanagement of our The Aurora Cultural Centre proudly presents the inaugural economy"; something he said is concert in the SchoolHOUSE Concert Series celebrating CNIB Intouch Link Computer resulting in high unemployment acoustic-style music in a casual setting. Imagine listening and pressure on families with to great live music in your living room, and you’ll see what VVeeterans Affairs Canadda Program the cost of living. we mean! Ricchters Herb Farm Porrtrraits ofGivingf Givingg "I'll be challenging the gov- Postcard Comets ernment not to just give lip serv- The ‘nom de tune’ of the Centre’s own guitar and songwriting Hand & Stone Massagge Phottography Exhiibit ice to the issue of health care but instructor David Partridge, with a selection of lyric-driven originals and Spa Big BBrothers Big Sisters to take specific steps to deal with from previous CDs, a sprinkling of favourites from classic pop and the gaps in health care that are rock – and a surprise guest or two. Osteoporosis Canada Reikii sessions and more... very obvious in our community," Tickets, $15 Join our LLaughter YYooga Classes he said. 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PROUDLY SUPPORTING LOCAL SPORTS THE AURORAN, Week of October 11, 2011 - 15 Tigers lose two, but gain a point The Aurora Tigers, of find the back of the net - Sinclair was stupen- were Kevin Shier with his (Genua, Fawcett) PP (Lepine, Shier) 5.18 the Ontario Junior secured the victory for dous with some of the first two goals in Junior A 5.11 O- John Doyle (Mullay, Hockey League, dropped Georgetown. saves he made, although Hockey. Taylor McCloy A - Ryan Purvis Pitsadiotis) 11,51 both games on the week- The single point kept the next night in also had a pair. (Sikura, Angelo) PP 6.17 O- Daniel Holt end, but still managed to Aurora in fourth place in Orangeville he was taken Robbie Lepine still A - Taylor McCloy (Lorenz, Cummings) gain a single point in the the north division, a point from the game and leads the Tigers scoring. (Bouchard) SH 17.51 14.45 north division standings. ahead of the Orillia and replaced with backup He has 10 points, fol- G - Brock Labelle O- Daniel Holt Friday night, before two points up on goalie Kevin Entmaa as lowed by Nick Angelo, (Genua) 19.40 (Cavalieri, McCann) fewer than 200 fans, Huntsville, who have also the Tigers lost their sec- Ryan Johnson, Evan 16.33 Aurora lost a heartbreak- played two games less ond in as many nights to Fong, Adam Moody and Third Period er to the visiting than Aurora. the Orangeville Flyers. Eric Bouchard, who have Second Period Georgetown Raiders as For the Tigers, Daniel In that match, Aurora eight points each. A - Jeff MacPherson Georgetown scored a late Lisi, Robbie Lepine, Nick played a strong 40 min- Tied for third place are (Lisi, Nice) 7.09 A - Taylor McCloy goal followed by the Angelo and Dylan Sikura utes of hockey, but let the Taylor McCloy and Jeff G - Tyson Fawcett (Lepine, Fong) PP 1.30 game winner in a attempted to score, but game get away from them MacPherson, who have (Gialedakis, Lopes) PP A - Kevin Shier shootout in a 5-4 decision were thwarted by the in the third period suffer- seven points each. 19.50 (Johnson) 11.08 at the Community Centre. abilities of goaltender. ing a 6-4 loss at the Alder Aurora has a busy Aurora nursed a one- Scoring for Aurora in Street Arena in schedule coming up this Overtime Third Period goal lead through most of regulation play was Orangeville on Saturday week with three games in the final period only to Justin Nice, Ryan Purvis, night. as many days. No ScoringS O - Sean Perichak find the game sent to Taylor McCoy and Jeff The Flyers’ Kelby Thursday the Tabbies (Wolff, Small) 6.16 overtime on a late power- MacPherson. Lorenz broke a 4-4 dead- visit Brampton, on Friday SHOOTOUT A - Kevin Shier play goal by Tyson Aurora goaltender lock with 7:11 remaining they travel up north to Ryan Lopes (Moody, Angelo) 7.05 Fawcett of the Raiders. Brett Sinclair had a busy in the game while Shane meet Huntsville in a game ORANGEVILLE 6 O- Kelby Lorenz Following a scoreless evening facing 47 shots Cavalieri's shot into an that begins at 7.30 p.m., AURORA 4 (Mullay, Forslund) PP overtime, Ryan Lopes' through 65 minutes of empty net put the game then on Saturday, they 12:49 shootout goal - the only action, plus four more in on ice. host Markham at 5 p.m. in First Period O- Shane Cavalieri one of eight shooters to the shootout. Scoring for the Tigers a contest in Cobourg as A - Taylor McCloy (unassisted) EN 19.55 part of the Governors’ Showcase Tournament which the Cobourg Aurora Minor Cougars have been Hockey Association awarded. Results, up to October 2, 2011 GEORGETOWN 5 AURORA 4

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New, improved ramps noticed that it is a big issue, the something comprehensive but it should be installed at Town Hall accessibility of this and many of certainly can be separated out to allow persons with mobility our buildings. Hopefully we can and done separately and we'll issues to be able to enjoy the full bring something forward. bring something back for dis- use of the council chamber, "Our plan was to look at this cussion in the budget." according to Aurora accessibility space along with the other Budget deliberations begin advocate Tyler Barker. space in Town Hall and bring next month. Mr. Barker, a member of the Town's Accessibility Advisory Committee, made his com- ments known at a recent council meeting where he appeared as A & F Hair Elite a delegate to speak of the "lack of accessibility" at the municipal Barbershop & Hairstyling building. Caitlyn Jimmerskog, a kindergarten student at Northern Lights Public School As Mr. Barker uses a rather In the Aurora Shopping Centre in Aurora, has her eyes tested during a Lions Club sponsored Vision large motorized wheelchair, however, he made his delega- Screening test held recently. Tests will continue in Aurora at various schools 14800 Yonge St. Aurora Ont. L4G 1N3 for several more weeks. Auroran photo by David Falconer tion from a viewing area near the entrance to the Town Hall Tel: 905-727-6212 lobby from a wireless micro- phone. ~Since 1970~ "I would love to be down there delegating and not up Still no conclusion here," he said, speaking to reports from the Accessibility Committee. "It recommends that to procedural bylaw a ramp or a lift be in the budget COLLISION CENTRES as the [existing] ramp is very Proudly serving Aurora narrow and unstable for any and surrounding areas. Another hour and a be informed whether they experienced such a sce- motor vehicle or even walking. Family owned & operated since 1981 half later and there is still could speak at open narios where a number of "I feel like for someone like with over 100 years of combined experience. no final decision from forum should they be the items were deferred until myself to accept an award or Council on whether to fourth person to make a the next meeting in the anybody who is accepting an INSURANCE APPROVED adopt its proposed proce- request and one of the interests of time. award, or any future member 23 Allaura Blvd., Aurora 905-727-6900 dural bylaw. three people ahead of She said having an who runs for council should At a recent council them fails to turn up. unlimited number of dele- have the right to be down at the meeting, councillors have "Anyone that wishes to gates sounds like it could table with everyone else. I just spent over eight hours speak in delegation must lead to a "free for all" and feel it is a very important issue total - including both make the delegation to there needs to be a struc- that should be addressed. council and general com- the Town Clerk by 4.30 on ture to council meetings. "I understand it costs a lot of mittee meetings, regular, the Monday prior to the One councillor who money but all I want is a discus- special or otherwise - dis- meeting," said Town Clerk was initially considering sion. It doesn't have to be this cussing this document John Leach. "If there were supporting removing the year, but hopefully within the with no final decision three delegations they three delegate clause next year or two it can be being reached. would be placed on the was Councillor Sandra accomplished." Much of the discussion agenda. It should be that Humfryes, who has since Mr. Barker added that the he was dedicated once again if there were more than decided she believes indi- feels Aurora is at the "forefront of to Councillor Wendy two delegations being viduals should contact accessibility" and is "setting the Gaertner's objection to requested, I would make councillors first with their standard to be at the head of the delegations being limited an effort to determine concerns and see the class" in York Region in terms of to three per meeting with- whether or not the timing members as advocates on accessibility. out the council having to or the nature of the their behalf. "I hope that whether it goes waive its procedural request can be accommo- "Nothing is stopping to the budget for next year I bylaw to allow for more, dated in some other way. them and there is always hope it is implemented before an objection shared by "That being said, if open forum available," the next election or the next Councillor Chris Ballard. only three delegations she said. "I actually agree award night not this year but Putting a limit on dele- would be interested and with this. I think it helps next," he said. gations would limit council would become focus the meetings. I think Councillor Evelyn Buck, who "accessible and open aware of that when they it helps us get the busi- has used a motorized scooter government," she said. have to add the delega- ness accomplished that on occasion, said she too has "Of course, the proce- tions to their agenda as we want to get done had difficulty in navigating the dural bylaw can always be they did this evening, and around the table and I narrow ramp around its bends waived, however that if there was an urgent don't think it deters any- and said she hoped something would require a person to matter that required the one...from coming to talk was in the works to bring about come to the council delegation, the individual to us." an alternate ramp. chamber not knowing would have the opportuni- Councillor Gaertner's "I think we will bring some- whether or not they would ty of appearing at that motion was ultimately thing back for discussion," said be heard by us," she said. time. Council, if it deemed defeated, but although Aurora CAO Neil Garbe. "We've "They would have to appropriate, would be Councillor Humfryes plead their case as to why able to waive the proce- voted in favour of keeping we should listen to the dural bylaw." the three delegate clause delegation and to me that Councillor John Gallo, in the new draft procedur- is not conducive to acces- however, said this could al bylaw. sible and open govern- put a responsibility that is She said she wanted to ment." ultimately the responsibil- see a consolidated bylaw While some councillors ity of council and delegat- that reflects all the said they would be in ing it to the Clerk. amendments made by favour of keeping the "I think it is unfair for councillors before giving number of delegations to that position to be put on final approval. three and having the his shoulders," he said. "I But while the Town option to waive the bylaw feel that there might be Clerk has been directed at their discretion, it was issues and quite frankly in to bring forward a com- pointed out that members the time that I have spent plete bylaw for enactment of the public could make at this table there has by council, it seems far their views known to never been an issue from certain that it will be councillors through open where there has been so passed without council- forum, although that is not many people lined up that lors taking it for another part of the public record. has frustrated the busi- spin around the table Still, questions ness of the corporation." before actually voting on remained on how mem- Councillor Evelyn it. bers of the public would Buck, however, said she 18 - THE AURORAN, Week of October 11, 2011 Indemnification policy may be settled this week Aurora's proposed new Highway Traffic Act, events alleged in the Mr. Mar. against the Town" and meeting for those purpos- indemnification policy is Controlled Drugs and action or proceeding "This bylaw was never "provide the Town es." expected to come before Substances Act, and the relates to the time the designed to cover that Solicitor and Town Clerk But it is not that point council for final approval Provincial Offences act. individual was with the type of action so council with the Authority needed which caught council up, this week, a plan which It also excludes "any Town and arose from their would have to make that to protect the interest of but the issue of council- would spell out plainly proceeding commenced duties or responsibilities" a direction to do so," the Town. lors being unable to retain that libel and slander sit- by an employee against but is not retroactive to replied Mr. Mar. In a move which could the services of lawyers uations would not be cov- another employee, a include legal proceedings Councillor Ballard ulti- avoid a situation that also engaged by the Town ered by the Town. member of council already underway. mately voted against the cropped up during the and vice versa. The plan first came for- against another member Nor does it allow for policy and as Councillor new council earlier this The worry was that ward at the August coun- of council, an employee indemnification for any Wendy Gaertner excused year when considering pools of lawyers for both cil meeting and had been against a member of future legal proceedings herself from the meeting whether the council of the parties would be limited. deferred several times council, or a member of that could come up on before this item came up day actually gave authori- "My concern is it could due to time constraints council against an issues that took place for discussion, further ty to staff to proceed with affect the Town's business and other issues. employee. prior to the bylaw being discussion on the matter then Aurora mayor Phyllis in its ability to move for- According to a report "An indemnification enacted. could be heard if it is Morris' $6 million defama- ward on certain issues or from Town Solicitor bylaw functions to pro- When the draft policy pulled from this week's tion lawsuit against three not," said Councillor Warren Mar, the new vide security to both came up for discussion at agenda. local bloggers, among Michael Thompson. "I bylaw is "is neither members of council and last week's general com- What did generate dis- others, through the new don't necessarily have a designed nor may it employees in the course mittee it passed with very cussion, however, was suggestions, it is crystal- solution but that is my assist an individual to of their day-to-day little discussion or fan- the proposed litigation lized that uninsured litiga- concern. Councillor Gallo advance their personal duties," said Mr. Mar in fare, with just Councillor policy also brought for- tion can only be com- has a number of property rights to compensation in his report. Chris Ballard asking for ward by Mr. Mar. menced "with the clear dealings and deals with a a libel and slander situa- As The Auroran report- confirmation on the libel According to Mr. Mar, authority of council." wide variety of solicitors tion." ed when the draft policy and slander matters. the revisions aim to clari- A guideline is provided and that prevents us from Specifically excluded first came forward, within "Does that mean that fy roles and responsibili- within the policy to those approaching that firm." under the indemnification the proposed bylaw for- the Town will not go to bat ties of the Town Directors, within the Town "on what Mr. Mar said the policy bylaw is "any proceeding mer employees and mem- for any individual who is a Solicitor, Clerk, and form of resolution is was indeed restrictive as brought under the Libel bers of Aurora Council Town employee who was council, and "establish required to authorize the the onus is on council and Slander Act", as well would be included under slandered or libelled?" consistent rules for man- commencement of unin- members not to retain as the Criminal Code, the plan, "provided that Councillor Ballard asked aging claims by and sured litigation by the lawfirms or lawyers that Town." may be retained by the "While it is understood Town. that discussions regard- "It is a legitimate con- ing litigation will occur cern that some law firms during closed session may shy away from repre- New customer service meetings of council or senting the councillors general committee, this individually because they guideline ensures that a would thereby afterwards proper record is kept of be prevented from repre- on horizon for Aurora any such resolution," said senting the Town on mat- Mr. Mar in his report. ters," said Mr. Mar. Plans are in the works limited on what types of using a universal agent fortable picking up the "Where time is of the "Weighing the retainers of to bring in a new cus- transactions they are and a universal agent is phone, getting the name essence in addressing the Town and the retainer tomer service strategy at allowed to do. someone who can of the person who can the claim and the Town of an individual councillor Town Hall which could "You've got inconsis- answer any of the calls give me the information Solicitor requires further they may choose the result in a more stream- tency in practice in terms and general enquiry calls and having them take all instructions from council Town's business over the lined, efficient and what of your calls, your corre- for across the Town and the time it takes to fill me or requires council councillor's business and is hoped to be a better spondence, and memo- way they can do that is in on the details." authority to retain exter- there may be some con- customer service experi- randums as well," said train and have a system Techa van Leeuwen, nal legal counsel, the cern with that." ence for residents, Mr. Brown. "Where we'd to refer to." Aurora's Director of Policy has been revised Councillors voted to according to Town Staff. rate [Aurora compared to According to Mr. Bylaw Services, said the to enable the Town defer that item to a later The plans were put in other municipalities] is Brown, the We Can Help last thing the Town would Solicitor to call an emer- date for further discus- place last month when not very high. On a five Model - which has been want to lose is human gency special council sion. council approved the point scale, you're proba- tentatively accepted by contact. development for a cus- bly sitting on average of council - would result in "I think it is very tomer service implemen- about a two, maybe six staff being required to important," she said. Websites tation program based on reaching a little bit above handle general enquiry "We're just looking at : concept to final a model presented by a two. What does that calls and could require a ways of doing a better consultants from AtFocus mean? A lot of it depends $200,000 investment - job, providing more con- Ads, Brochures, Logos after they identified defi- on where you think you but the centralized sys- sistent customer service ciencies in the existing want to be." tem could be accommo- and consistent experi- www.barleydesigns.ca customer service sys- The proposed solu- dated in existing space. ence which builds confi- tem. tion? He also recommended dence and trust." According to AtFocus' Implement a new cus- a maximum of two coun- All numbers provided Stan Brown, after thor- tomer service strategy ters to handle transac- in the report were esti- ough interviews with which establishes a cen- tions in Town Hall. mates, however, said Ms. Town Staff either in per- tral facility for a "one win- During Council discus- Van Leeuwen, adding son or online, and a dow in" approach for sion of the recommenda- that staff could be "rede- review of 11 sites where both reception and gen- tions, Councillor Evelyn ployed" to meet the residents could expect to eral inquiry calls where Buck said Mr. Brown's needs, should the plan FAN MAN receive municipal serv- there are trained staff on report painted a very be implemented, and ice, staff identified con- hand to deal with all "dreary" picture of Town $750,000 for related proj- cerns about communicat- inquiries and informa- Hall Services. ects have already been ing with residents, partic- tional calls. Although she said earmarked over the next BRING THE HEAT ularly over the phone, If a call is beyond their there was certainly need three years. and that they want depth of knowledge, the for improvement, she A full report on the TO YOUR FEET! improved resources to calls would then be was reluctant in taking customer service strate- better their quality of transferred to the appro- on a plan that would gy, including all costs, service. priate person. require additional staff will be submitted to "There's no standard "The benefits of some- "at a time when we are council for consideration protocol, there are no thing like that is it gets to looking at the possibility in time for budget talks. expectations," Mr. Brown the right person and min- of having to cut back on "Anecdotally, at my quoted a staff member as imizes the number of employees”. former employer we went telling him. "Everyone calls and transfers," said "That might be justi- through this process and seems to say or do their Mr. Brown. "The draw- fied if we were on a con- it resulted in a dramatic own thing or a variation back is it is going to tinual growth pattern, but increase in customer sat- of what one person does change your organiza- we're not," she said, isfaction, employee satis- Trendy Cottage Fans depending on who trains tion, so a change in man- adding that she would faction with their jobs, CAN ARM & CEILING FANS $69 them." agement is required. not want human contact and greater efficiencies FROM Incoming calls at Town People are going to be to be sacrificed at Town were developed," said Hall, he said, are often responsible for more dif- Hall for efficiency's sake. Town Treasurer Dan Tues. Fri. 10am - 6pm transferred multiple ferent work "I don't want to have to Elliott. "It allowed for the Saturday 10am to 5pm times from person to per- "Your investment costs go to Deep Throat or addressing of retiring son until they reach the are basically training meeting someone in a work forces and attrition www.thefanman.ca individual who can best costs, complex physical dark garage to get all the and developing better serve their needs and set up, technology costs information I want from programs to meet the 905-841-2832 different counters in the for the knowledge man- them," she said with a emerging needs of our 220 Industrial Pkwy. S municipal buildings are agement system. You are laugh. "I am very com- clients." THE AURORAN, Week of October 11, 2011 - 19 Former Toronto mayor visits here The Aurora Cultural Centre The author of a variety of will welcome former Toronto titles that present life in urban Mayor John Sewell in his lec- Canada through the lens of ture presentation "William Lyon policing, housing and municipal Mackenzie and the Upper politics, he is equally passion- Canada Rebellion October ate about the early reformer 19th. William Lyon Mackenzie. "Mackenzie - often referred This is his first appearance to as "The Fiery Rebel" - is pri- at the Aurora Cultural Centre marily remembered for his and his books will be available leadership in the Upper for sale during the evening. Canada Rebellion of 1837, with The evening gets underway its connections close by in at 7 p.m., with complimentary Lloydtown. coffee and light refreshments Mr. Sewell will bring this fas- on hand. The event lasts cinating personality to life; his approximately one hour. Mr. early involvement in political Sewell welcomes questions uprisings in Glasgow, his sub- from the audience. Admission sequent move to Toronto where is by donation. he worked as a journalist and Meanwhile it’s Oktoberfest" publisher, his burgeoning inter- at the Aurora Cultural Centre. est and leadership in the Enjoy George Kash's band Reform movement. with a Bavarian style dinner Mr. Sewell's talk promises to provided by Graystones. bring those past history lessons There will be door prizes, a to life with a lively and informa- cash bar, more prizes, dancing tive discussion of a figure at the and an opportunity to visit the very centre of Canadian Galleries to see Heritage democracy. Sports Art (A Show and Sale) The lecture offers a wonder- and Being Metis - an inspried ful opportunity to delve into the show and sale by Nathalie story of Toronto's first mayor, Bertin. from the unique viewpoint of Call the Centre for tickets at one who has also held the post. 905-713-1818 and enjoy the John Sewell is a passionate second in a series of Spirit advocate for thoughtful urban Nights - a Fundraiser. planning, with a reputation for Visit the centre’s website at scholarship and reform in www.auroraculturalcentre.ca municipal affairs. for further information.

A plaque has been placed in the Case Woodlot to mark the partnership betweeen the Town of Aurora FAMILY LAW LAWYER and the Region of York in the purchase of the final remaining privately owned parcel of land. The deal Patrick M. Gaffney closed in June. The land in question is on the north side of Henderson Drive, while the Case Woodlot is Practicing all aspects of Family Law to on the south, in the southern section of town. In the photo are, left to right, Jim Tree, Al Downey, Aurora resolve parenting, support, and property issues arising from separating families. Mayor Geoffrey Dawe, Neil Garbe, and Ian Buchanan, forestry manager for York Region. A practitioner of Collaborative Family Aurora photo by David Falconer Law – a client controlled, lawyer assisted, out-of-court process focussing on achieving mutually acceptable solutions. • 1/2 hour free consultation • accepts Legal Aid Wellington landscaping #201 - 16610 Bayview Avenue, Newmarket PH: 905-953-0023 FX: 905-953-0023 gets council approval e-mail: [email protected] Extensive landscaping on "Ongoing maintenance however we believe the plan, which has three pillars Wellington Street between and care of these trees will steps that we're taking is the with the environmental Leslie Street and Bayview be a major issue as there best method in which to impact which trees have," Avenue got the green light at are critical elements and ensure the greatest likeli- said Councillor John Abel. "It a recent council meeting, a conditions that must be hood of survival of the gives us a sense of commu- move which will see plant- addressed in order to trees." nity pride and it is an eco- Bathroom ings similar to those ensure the successful sur- Councillors ultimately nomic driver for those who & Kitchen Accessories between Bayview and John vival of these trees." defeated a motion to defer visit our Town, so it fits in West Way extended east- The survival of the trees the project until the October with everything and I would Tel: (905) 727-6401 8 Industrial Pkwy. S. ward as a "gateway" to the was expressed as a concern 11 council meeting to find not want to delay this and www.nyhp.on.ca Aurora, Ontario Town of Aurora. within Mr. Downey's report, out where the Region proceed. The project, for which a and councillors considered stands and, in the end, "It is a well thought out, third of the funding will be an alternate recommenda- decided to go ahead with it. well tendered endeavour provided by the Region of tion to proceed only with a "It falls into our official we're going to enter into." York, will see additional tree pilot project, but they ulti- Jenny’s Nails Spa Inc. plantings on the boulevards mately decided to go ahead as well as "feature areas" with plan as presented. 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We want region for their follow-up. to make sure it survives, [email protected] 20 - THE AURORAN, Week of October 11, 2011 Evergreen Choir performs at Hall On November 6th at 7 the Highland Creek Band, p.m. at Roy Thomson Hall hosted by Fergus Egan. in Toronto, the Aurora Tickets may be Seniors Association’s purchased at the desk of Evergreen Choir will join the Aurora Seniors’ Centre with a host of other voices or through Ticketmaster to take part in The Big by calling 416-870-8000 Sing. or on line at www.ticket This is the first time that master.ca the choir, under the direc- Ticket prices are $27.50 tion of Richard Heinzle, and $32.50 depending on will be performing at this seat location. concert of a thousand In addition, if anyone voices. orders through It will feature some of Ticketmaster (the only the world’s most beloved source of the tickets other hymns and inspirational than members of the vari- music with the North York ous choirs) there is a fur- Temple Band of the ther charge of $7.50 for Salvation Army and the processing, according to Massed Pipes & Drums of Stella.

Wendy Browne is in the back seat of a 1957 Chevrolet to promote the upcoming Aurora Historical Society’s “At the Hop” dance, slated for Saturday, October 29th, at the Aurora Cultural Centre from 8 p.m. until 11 p.m. Tickets are $40 each or a $300 VIP Table is available. It includes up to eight people and a bottle of bubbly is added. In addition there will be two bands playing songs from the 50s, a raffle table and prizes for best costume. With Wendy are other Brownes, Jeremy is driving and he’s accompanied by Stephanie, sitting beside him and Wes Browne beside Wendy. For further information or tickets call 905-727-8991 or e-mail [email protected]. Auroran photo by Ron Wallace Senior Scape Computer Club gets genealogy program By BRIAN WARBURTON Genealogy is a subject in friends and us. require assistance to investi- A show of work, often creat- which most people, young and We have little knowledge or gate specific products will be ed with passion, is an extraordi- old, have an interest to some seek knowledge of ordinary well served by attending this nary event for the artist, whose degree. Initiating the process of relatives who lived their lives presentation, and those intent acceptance or casual rejection tracking personal family history several generations earlier, on keeping abreast of develop- of work, created with painstak- is daunting for many, a fact and certainly little heed is paid ments will find interest. ing dedication, is an expression realized among committee to those who lived hundreds of OPERA CLUB of their inner most feelings. members of the Computer years ago. The Opera Club meets the No matter the depth of feel- Club committee. If we look back far enough, second and fourth Thursday of ing and capacity for strong With genealogy recognized we will find samplings of every every month, at 10 a.m. artistic emotion, realism buoys “DON’T GET CAUGHT as a wish and a need, and after character trait including the Donizetti’s Anna Bolena, the artists’ acute awareness of dialogue addressing the issue good and the bad. which was his first great tri- their continuing attempts to por- WITH YOUR aired recently at a Computer Probably royalty will be umph conferring on him inter- tray perceptions from deep Club meeting; how to address involved somewhere in the national fame, will be the within, and empowers them to the situation became the ques- past, and living relations of Opera under discussion. continue self-expression in their BUMPER DRAGGING” tion. whom we are unaware, may For those who love fine chosen medium. Tom Yates kindly donated pop up unexpectedly. operatic productions, the The Seniors’ Centre has a Come to two copies of a popular top We all have relatives; a few music in Anna Bolena is a large reservoir of seniors who rated genealogy software pro- generations may separate us, delight; the storyline concerns display talents in entertainment, gram to the Seniors’ Centre. but we each possess full the sad fate of Ann Boleyn, in the technological arena, YORK SPRING & RADIATOR For members with interest ancestral trees, complete with second wife of Henry Vlll and which is our common court- in genealogy, this is a critical all mothers and fathers. the queen who produced yard; in administration of FOR ALL YOUR step forward; if we employ Sometimes the father is a Elizabeth 1st. seniors’ daily world of play and SUSPENSION NEEDS computers to research geneal- fleeting figure and sometimes The account of her leg- recreation. ogy sites, software computer a mother gives her new born endary tragic life, lives on in Woodworking and the Extra leaves, shocks, coil springs & struts programs provide the power to away early in life, but they still Donizetti’s music and the writ- games played by seniors’ drive the computer in the direc- exist. ing of Shakespeare, and is seemingly without end, have an Cars, Trucks & Trailers artistic or imaginative side and tion required. Wherever your genealogy famous the world over. 60 Industrial Next, a sign up sheet for interest lies, whether it is by The power of music to loft serve to create a world for sen- 905 genealogy is located in the name or perhaps an ancestral spirits and offer inspirational iors from imagination that bring Pkwy. North, Aurora 727-3121 computer room, in the binder village or parish, or even a concepts of the mind is leg- reality to the Seniors’ Centre. for computer instruction, and small island, advanced search- endary and has power over students of genealogy who ing will reveal the information everybody. sign up for instruction, now pro- you seek and may even bring HALLOWE’EN LUNCH vide the driving force to carry you back to friends and rela- Hallowe’en Lunch is HAVE YOU PROTECTED YOUR FAMILY? the study of genealogy to the tions lost in younger years. Wednesday, October 26th, at You Are Invited To Attend A FREE Informational next functioning level of stu- The Seniors’ Centre noon. MAKE dent participation. Computer club offers an Lunch consists of Scary Seminar That Can Bring Real Peace Of Mind To If you need assistance to opportunity to view Apple prod- Soup, Spooky Sandwiches You And Your Family... YOUR PLANS locate the sign-up binder, ucts at the centre on Tuesday and Devilish Dessert and attend the “Drop In Program” morning, October 18th, entertainment is by the irre- “Planning Ahead NOW on Tuesday between 1 and between 10 and 11.30 a.m. pressible Silver Stars. For All The Right Reasons” Oct. 20, 2011 3.30 pm, or approach a mem- Herb Koller will host the This event promises to – 11 a.m. Just as it’s wise to make preparations for life’s possible ber of the Computer Club com- event and a representative attract a full house, with tickets BUFFET BRUNCH mittee for assistance. from Apple will be on hand to selling out quickly, so be the hurdles like accidents or job loss, so too should you at Jonathans Computers will aid the answer any questions and early bird and buy the $5 tick- consider your family’s needs at the end of life. You can Fine Foods study of genealogy consider- offer advice as required. ets in advance at the front alleviate stress and worry by recording and 14845 Yonge St. ably computer equipment This is an opportunity to counter and avoid disappoint- communicating your end-of-life wishes. This seminar will RSVP by required is available; all mem- learn about Apple products, in ment by leaving this simple explain how easily you can accomplish this today. bers of the Seniors’ Centre the setting of the Seniors’ task too late. Oct. 17, 2011 may use Computer Club Centre, where general ques- ART SHOW You‘ll learn the 4 simple steps of planning ahead, all Call Christine equipment. tions from the floor often inter- Senior artists studying at the options you have and the help that’s available. 905-727-5421 I imagine everybody has est other members. the Seniors’ Centre will show common interest in past gener- In a period when new tech- their work at the 17th Annual In less than one hour, you’ll be better informed and more confident about your Family’s Future ations; as children, we pay nological products appear Art Show and Sale October attention to those living, par- often enough to overwhelm 15th, between 10 a.m. and 5 HOMPSO 530 Industrial Pkwy. 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From page 2 for boys and girls, Grades 5 to 8, will be held at the Aurora Masonic Rising Sun Lodge meets the first Thursday of Spring concerts, the group will also perform at the Richmond Cornerstone Church, 390 Industrial Parkway South. For more each month at the Rising Sun Temple, 57 Mosley Street, Hill Centre for the Performing Arts on Sunday, January 29th, information call 905-841-8884. Aurora at 7.30 p.m. 2012, and take part in the 'Big Sing' at Roy Thompson Hall on * * * * * * * * Sunday, November 6th, 2011. For more information call the A drop-in centre will operate every Wednesday at the Robertson Masonic Lodge meets the third Saturday each desk at 905-726-4767. Community Bible Church on Bathurst Street just south of month at * * * * Henderson from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information e-mail 57 Mosley Street at 10.30 a.m. Coffee Club at 9 a.m. and GRANAurora, the local Grandmothers To Grandmothers Judy Hoffmann at [email protected]. lunch at noon. Call 905-727-3032 or 905-727-1080 for more group, meets monthly to raise awareness, generate funds and * * * * information. lobby on behalf of the grandmother care-givers in AIDS-ravaged Scottish Country Dancing on Friday mornings mornings at * * * * Africa. For more information call Kay at 905-841-9318 or Joan St. Andrews' Presbyterian Church beginning at 10.30 a.m. No Gamblers Anonymous meets every Tuesday night at Trinity at 905-727-5586. partners are needed and beginners are welcome. For more Anglican Church, Victoria Street, at 7.30 p.m. * * * * information, call Agnes at 905-841-2747. * * * * Alateen meets every Sunday at 8 p.m. at St. Andrew's * * * * Progressive Euchre every Thursday night at the Aurora Presbyterian Church, corner of Victoria and Mosley Streets. Al- Independent Order of Odd Fellows Lodge 148 meets the Legion at 7.30 p.m. Call 905-727-9932. Anon meets every Tuesday at 8 p.m. at the Aurora United first and third Tuesday of each month at 8 p.m. at 15216 Yonge * * * * Church on Yonge Street. For more information go to al- Street, south Canadian Federation of University Women holds monthly anon.alateen.on.ca. of Wellington. For more information call 905-830-9205. meetings at the Aurora Legion with a variety of speakers. * * * * * * * * Contact Beverley at 905-727-2151. The Aurora Garden & Horticultural Society meets on the fourth Wednesday of every month at 8 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion, 105 Industrial Parkway North. Visitors are welcome for only $2. For more information call Ray at 905-727- 6168. * * * * York Highlands Chorus is an award-winning a capella Sweet Adelines chorus, a group of women who gather Tuesday evenings at the Old Fire Hall, Newmarket, to sing, share in the harmony of friendship and learn the barbershop art form. York Highlands is always looking for new women who share the love of a capella music. Call Karen at 905-726-2113 or e-mail Vikki at [email protected]. * * * * The Upper Canada Chordsmen, Aurora-Newmarket’s award winning chorus, is looking for male singers. The group meets every Wednesday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Old Fire Hall, 140 Main Street South, in Newmarket. * * * * The Optimist Club of Aurora meets the first Wednesday of each month at the Aurora Legion. New members are welcome. Call 905-727-5012 for more information. * * * * The Aurora Lions, since the sale of their hall at 33 Mosley Street in August, have moved to their new meeting place at the Aurora Legion in the Coulson Hall where they have three meetings per month. The second Monday of the month is the dinner meeting at 7 p.m., the third Tuesday is the business meeting at 7.30 p.m. and the fourth Monday is a dinner meet- ing at 7 p.m. The club is welcoming people to come out to the meetings to see what the Aurora Loins are all about and con- sider joining the Lions and reach out to the community in many events. For further details go to our website at www.auroralionscanada.com. * * * * The Aurora Rotary Club meets every Monday night at Gabriel’s Restaurant on Yonge Street. New members are wel- come. * * * * Meet for lunch and a sense of community at Martha's Table, based in St. Andrew's Hall at Aurora's Presbyterian Church. The thriving, volunteer-run program reopened September 1. Lunch, featuring soup, sandwiches, and dessert, is offered between 11.30 a.m. and 1.30 p.m. Net receipts go to local charities. The hall is on the corner of Mosley and Victoria Streets. * * * * The York Regional Police Male Chorus is looking for new members. You do not have to be a police officer nor are you required to read music to volunteer. The group rehearses Monday evenings between 7.30 and 9.30 p.m. For further information, contact the chorus supervisor at 905-727-9676 or the co-ordinator of volunteer services for YRP at 905-830-0303, extension 6717. * * * * Aurora’s Air Cadets meet every Tuesday night at Cardinal Carter School from 6.30 p.m. to 9.30 p.m., and offer a program for 12 years and older boys and girls. * * * * Queen’s York Rangers Army cadet corps has openings for boys and girls aged 12 to 18. The group parades every Friday night between 7 and 9 p.m. There is no membership fee and those in high school can earn community service hours through the program. For further information, call 905-726- 8600. * * * * Aurora Opera Children’s Chorus welcomes treble voices. It is a choir dedicated to nurturing and providing opportunities for children to express their musical abilities. The chorus is open to boys and girls ages 5-17. Contact the general director at [email protected]. * * * * Community Home Assistance to Seniors (CHATS) is look- ing for volunteers to assist with the activities in its Adult Day Program. The positions call for a commitment of a few hours a week at its Aurora location. Various times are available. Call Christine at 905-713-3494. * * * * Every Wednesday from 6.30 to 8 p.m. the Pioneer Club for boys and girls, age three to Grade 4 and the Junior High Club 24 - THE AURORAN, Week of October 11, 2011 Score! Heritage Sports Art Show & Sale October 12 – 29, 2011 (Please see below for days and times) Aurora Cultural Centre - 22 Church Street, Aurora

The Heritage Sports Art collection is a collection of almost 2,000 original pieces of art. This is perhaps the world’s largest collection of sports art – a collection that celebrates the history and heritage of sports. The collection was created by lifelong Aurora resident Scott Sillcox and the artwork was created primarily by three artists: Tino Paolini of Newmarket, Nola McConnan of Toronto and Bill Band of Georgetown.

There will be a reception SCORE! featuring Special Guest will feature more than Brian McFarlane 225 original pieces from the Heritage Sports Art collection. Wednesday This is the first time that these October 26 original pieces of art have been from 7 pm to 9 pm publicly displayed, and we are delighted to have the inaugural Everyone is welcome to attend the reception but display in Aurora. please contact [email protected] to register.

All of the uniform art is available for sale and is generally purchased in a framed version that looks like this. To see all of the uniform art, please visit www.HeritageSportsArt.com, but please come in person and see it for yourself. This show will appeal to people of all ages. Free draw prizes: While at the show, enter to win one of two framed pieces or books signed by Brian McFarlane. Week 1: Wednesday, October 12 to Friday, October 14, 1 pm to 4 pm. (Closed Saturday, October 15) Open Sunday, October 16, 1 pm to 4 pm.

Week 2: Tuesday, October 18 to Sunday, October 23, 1 pm to 4 pm.

Week 3: Tuesday, October 25 to Saturday, October 29, 1 pm to 4 pm. Reception Wednesday, October 26, 7 pm to 9 pm.

For more information, or for a private viewing at the Aurora Cultural Centre, please contact: Scott Sillcox • Phone: 416-315-4736 • Email: [email protected]