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Windsor To Get A $2.9 M New Media Centre, page 6 Show A Photo Of Your Garden, Win A Prize, page 11 High Park Zoo & Riverdale Farm Now Open, page 13 Travel And Border Curbs Eased For Fully Vaccinated Canadians; India Ban Stays All Mandatory Requirements, Including Pre- & On-Arrival Testing, To Continue In First Phase Of Reopening Ottawa: The Canadian government ued testing will allow public health experts has announced that “fully vaccinated” citi- to keep monitoring positivity rates at the zens and permanent residents can enter the border, monitor for variants of concern, country without having to undergo quaran- and make further adjustments to border tine stay at a at a government-authorized measures as needed. hotel, starting from July 5. Fully vaccinated travellers must also be The announcement on Monday came as asymptomatic, have a paper or digital copy more than 75 per cent of eligible Canadi- of their vaccination documentation, and ans have received one dose of vaccine and provide COVID-19-related information over 20 per cent have received two doses, electronically through ArriveCAN prior to reports Xinhua news agency. arrival in Canada. To be considered fully vaccinated, a They must still present a suitable quar- traveller must have received the full series antine plan, and be prepared to quarantine, of a vaccine — or combination of vaccines in case it is determined at the border that — accepted by the Government of Cana- they do not meet all of the conditions re- da at least 14 days prior to entering Can- Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is following the travel protocol. He tweeted: “I’m in quired to be exempt from quarantine. As ada. Currently, those vaccines are manu- quarantine after the G7, NATO, and Canada-EU summits. I’ll work from home until my with all other exempt travellers, they will factured by Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca/ 14-day quarantine comes to an end. - Pic: Justin Trudeau be required to follow public health mea- COVISHIELD, and Janssen (Johnson & umentation supporting their vaccination in them, fully vaccinated travellers must still sures in place, such as wearing a mask Johnson). Travellers can receive their vac- English, French or with a certified transla- meet all other mandatory requirements, in- when in public, keep a copy of their vac- cine in any country, and must provide doc- tion. For these new measures to apply to cluding pre- and on-arrival testing. Contin- Continued on page 2 Canada Gets Set To Welcome O’Toole: Canada’s Best & Support More Refugees Days Are Ahead of Us By Bala Menon ‘Economic Mobility Pathways’ Pilot Is A Ground-Breaking Initiative TORONTO: Innovative ideas Ottawa: The Canadian gov- are needed across the spectrum ernment has announced three new as Canada comes out of the crisis initiatives to assist more refugees created by the COVID-19 pan- from across the world. demic, Conservative Party Lead- Marco E. L. Mendicino, Min- er Erin O’Toole said on Wednes- ister of Immigration, Refugees day. “The best days for Canada and Citizenship, met with United are still ahead of us.” Nations High Commissioner for Speaking at an Ethnocultural Refugees (UNHCR) representa- media conference, O’Toole said tive in Canada, Rema Jamous Im- our focus should shift towards seis to announce the details ahead strengthening and boosting sup- Erin O’Toole. of World Refuges Day (June 20). ports for small and medium en- An official government state- terprises - and not be selective in gy firms, providing hiring incen- ment said” “Across the globe, choosing industries and individ- tives and improving productivity. millions are displaced and long- ual firms for giving government “Canadians are hardworking and ing for what most of us take for assistance. they don’t need handouts which granted: a safe place to call home. There was also the issue of tend to disincentivise people and As a global leader in protecting improper implementation of the be detrimental to the economy. those who need it most, Canada Wage and Rent Subsidy Pro- We have to get the country work- welcomed nearly half of all refu- grams - which were taken advan- ing again.” gees resettled around the world tage of by many companies who To a question on the espionage in 2020. The UNHCR recently those welcomed through commu- type of refugees as solely victims really didn’t need them and later issue related to Canada’s National called Canada ‘a bright light in a nity sponsorship. by demonstrating all that they reported incredible profits during Microbiology Laboratory in Win- horrible year for refugee resettle- Economic Mobility contribute to our country. Today, the pandemic year. He also hit out nipeg, O’Toole pointed out how ment.’ Pathways Pilot the Minister announced a new at the proposal being floated by the government has been dodg- “Our efforts are making a dif- Launched in 2018, the Eco- policy that will help settle 500 the Liberals and the NDP about ing questions on two scientists ference—yet the world’s most nomic Mobility Pathways Pilot refugees and their families. converting financial help like the who had connections with the vulnerable are counting on us to (EMPP) is a ground-breaking ini- The new measures will im- Canadian Economic Recovery Communist Party of China and do more,” the statement added. tiative that recognizes the talents prove the EMPP process by Benefit (CERB) into a permanent one of whom was reported to The new Canadian initiatives and skills of refugees by welcom- • expediting the processing of feature of the Canadian economic have clandestinely shipped vi- will help Canada offer asylum ing them through economic im- permanent residence applications and social landscape. rus samples to China’s Wuhan to more people who need it, wel- migration streams. This not only for EMPP applicants in several As the economy reopens, Institute of Virology. Xiangguo come more refugees through new allows Canada to welcome more streams, so they can start work- O’Toole said, what was needed Qiu and her husband Keding channels and increase support to refugees, but also flips the stereo- Continued on page 2 was scaling up of high-technolo- Continued on page 2 New Bloomington GO Station Is Ready, Set, Go! RICHMOND HILL: The On- GO Station, a major transit stop tario government is opening the that extends the Richmond Hill new Bloomington GO Station line further north,” said Caroline that will further extend the Rich- Mulroney, Minister of Transpor- mond Hill line, bringing more tation. “By helping to better con- transit options and better connec- nect communities, we’re keeping tivity to York Region. our promise to build accessible, Starting June 28, 2021, GO modern transit infrastructure trains and buses will begin serv- that drives economic growth and ing Bloomington GO Station, spurs job and housing opportuni- giving customers full access to ties across the province.” the new, four-level station, locat- The new Bloomington GO ed at Highway 404 and Bloom- Station is complete with nearly Inside the new station - with a lot of glass and views to spare. Broker ington Road. (Metrolinx photo) 1,000 parking spots, a three-level BROKER The province is transforming parking structure and a passenger GO Transit into a modern, reli- by Caroline Mulroney, Minister mond Hill and Paul Calandra, drop-off and pick-up area, to help able and fully integrated rapid of Transportation, Kinga Surma, MPP for Markham—Stouffville. keep commutes as simple as pos- REMAX REAL ESTATE CENTRE INC., BROKERAGE transit network that will support Associate Minister of Transporta- “We’ve reached an incred- sible. The new bus loop has six the future generations to come. tion (GTA), Michael Parsa, MPP ible milestone with the comple- bus bays that can accommodate The announcement was made for Aurora–Oak Ridges–Rich- tion of the new Bloomington Continued on page 6 A-2 | Friday, June 25, 2021 national www.WeeklyVoice.com THE WEEKLY VOICE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Local Public Health Rules Must Be Followed Bala Menon Continued from page 1 essential) international travel and cine and test results, as well as a with the US. Travellers who are CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Amb. Praveen Verma (Retd.) list of close contacts for 14 days currently eligible to enter Canada Dr. Nivedita Das Kundu after entry to Canada. include Canadian citizens, per- Harj Chaggar Entering fraudulent informa- manent residents and persons Amitabh Saxena tion into the app will result in registered under the Indian Act, fines of up to C$750,000 or six as well as some foreign nationals Graphic Design months in prison. who are allowed to enter Canada Tamarind Tree For travellers who are not fully under current entry prohibitions vaccinated, there are no changes The Notice to Airmen (NO- Account MANAGERS to Canada’s current border mea- TAM) restricting direct com- Manu Ramachandran sures. They must continue to mercial and private passenger Maha adhere to the current testing and flights to Canada from India will federal quarantine requirements, be extended until July 21, 2021. ONLINE MARKETING which have been effective in re- antine for two weeks. LeBlanc, the Minister of Inter- The order requiring air passen- MANAGER Amitabh Saxena ducing importation and transmis- “As we’ve told Canadians all governmental Affairs, said. gers who depart India to Canada sion of COVID-19 and variants along, easing measures at the The government also an- via an indirect route must obtain LEGAL ADVISOR in Canada, and provide COVID- border will happen as we see nounced that international com- a COVID-19 pre-departure test Dr. Keshav Agnihotri 19-related information electroni- our communities increasingly mercial flights will continue to be from a third country before con- cally through ArriveCAN before become safe,” Health Minister funnelled through the Montreal- tinuing their journe. The NO- ACCOUNTS arriving in Canada. Unvaccinated Patty Hajdu said at a press con- Trudeau International Airport, TAM and Interim Order will not Asha J Singhh air travellers must also book a ference. Toronto Pearson International be extended for Pakistan at this three-night stay at a government- “At this time we are not open- Airport, Calgary International time. Currently, foreign nationals photographer authorized hotel before their de- ing up our borders any further. Airport and Vancouver Interna- who hold a valid Confirmation of Manohar Sagoo parture to Canada. The Government continues to tional Airport. The government Permanent Residence approved If a fully vaccinated traveller work globally through the World also “strongly” advises that Ca- on or before March 18, 2020 are Gross Circulation: 30,000 tests positive for Covid-19, they Health Organization as well as nadians avoid non-essential trav- allowed to enter Canada. CCNA Verified Circulation: 29,997 will be required to follow local with the provinces, territories, In- el outside of the country. As of June 21, 2021, any for- Aug 14, 2015 public health quarantine require- digenous partners and American • The Government is extend- eign national who holds a valid ments. Children who aren’t vac- authorities on moving forward ing, until July 21, 2021,11:59 Confirmation of Permanent Resi- cinated will be able to go home toward reopening in a way that is p.m. EDT, the temporary travel dence will be allowed to travel to with their parents but must quar- safe for both countries.” Dominic restrictions on discretionary (non- Canada.

All advertising in The Weekly O’Toole Wants Freeze On Foreign Real Estate Buyers Voice is subject to the publisher’s Continued from page 1 ing difficulty for Canadians to nadian middle class story.” he called a Liberal list which vet- approval and the advertiser agrees to indemnify the publish- Cheng were fired from the Win- own their homes, O’Toole said O’Toole acalled for ’smart, stra- ted appointments in the lower ers against claims arising from nipeg lab in January this year and the Liberal Government had ig- tegic ideas’ to deal with the slump judiciary and diplomatic cadres. publication of any advertisement the matter is being investigated nored several proposals that his in the travel and tourism industry. “This list,” he said, “tracks Liber- submitted by the advertiser. by the police. party had put forward to rework “We supported the proposal to al supporters and donors and ap- O’Toole has been demanding the current housing policy. help Canadian international air- pointments are made after names COPYRIGHT NOTICE in the House of Commons that “We want an immediate freeze lines - with the proviso that they are run through this list. “Why All copyright and other intellectual the Public Health Agency of Can- on non-resident, foreign buyers do not pay dividends or bonuses should there be such a list? It isn’t property rights in the contents here of ada release documents regarding active in the Canadian housing for the period.” He also criticized fair to Canadians.’ are the property of The Weekly Voice the matter. PHAC has been stone- market. Just imposing a 1% tax the government quarantine plan On Islamophobia, O’Toole said and not that of the customer. Contents walling the demand and O’Toole on such properties is not going as essentially unsafe and unfair his party has been reaching out to of this publication are covered by said that parliamentarians have a to work. What we are seeing are and called for federal leadership the Muslim community. “We rep- copyright and offenders will be pros- right to know about the security foreigners who just park their in setting up the infrastructure resent all Canadians and I want to ecuted under the law. breaches involved. money in Canadian real estate.” for rapid-testing at all points of stress that we have lots of Muslim The Weekly Voice O’Toole noted that PHAC “We would like to see active entry into Canada.“Also, we need supporters and many candidates 7015 Tranmere Dr, Unit # 16 president Iain Stewart has been steps to increase the housing sup- to be prepared for similar type of in our election list. Muslims and Mississauga, ON L5S 1T7 publicly reprimanded for not ply across Canada. With federal pandemics and crises that may others will see me fight against Phone: (905) 795-0639 submitting the documents to the support, there can be wide part- arise in the future.” intolerance - that is my nature.” Fax: (905) 795-9801 house “a situation which has not nerships created to increase the While hailing the appointment “Canadians deserve better - www.weeklyvoice.com arisen in the house in over a hun- supply - especially for the first- of Justice Mahmud Jamal to the more than the same Liberals, the Email: [email protected] dred years.” time home buyers. This has be- Supreme Court “who is a brilliant NDP, the Bloc Quebecois, Green With regard to the Housing come a really pressing need -and and outstanding constitutional and others who prop them up and Agreement # 40025701 Supply crunch and the increas- owning a home is part of the Ca- lawyer”, O’Toole criticized what help them cover things up.” Ontario’s Second Dose Vaccination Campaign In Full Swing Premier Doug Ford visited the vaccine drive through site at Soccer City along with May- or Iain Lovatt, of Whitchurch- Stouffville, and Dr. S.M C. Pearl, Family MD at Stoufville Medical Centre/U of T, Sunnybrook Pri- mary Care Researcher. Ford tweeted: “Thanks to the efforts of #TeamOntario, we’re making great progress in our vac- cine rollout, & protecting com- munities. Ontario is continuing to accelerate its vaccine rollout Premier Ford at the Vaccine Drive-Thru Centre. Pic: Billy Pang, by expanding eligibility for 2nd MPP for #MarkhamUnionville Parliamentary Assistant for the doses ahead of schedule.” Ministry of Heritage Sport Tourism Culture Industries. Unique Refugee Program Continued from page 1 sponsors and ensure refugees take full ad- ing and contributing faster vantage of the assistance offered to them. • making it easier for refugees under As a result of this process, up to $3 million EMPP to get settlement funds over 2 years will be invested in supporting • waiving fees for permanent residence 9 organizations. applications • Throughout the pandemic, Canada is • making the application process more one of few countries that never closed its flexible doors and continued to resettle refugees. • providing pre-departure medical ser- • In 2018, Canada committed to reset- vices to assist with immigration medical tling 10,000 refugees from Africa and the exams Middle East by 2020. Protected persons in Canada Despite COVID-19 challenges and Canada’s asylum levels have remained travel restrictions, Canada delivered on its stable. The number of protected persons Middle East commitment, and will soon Canada will welcome this year will in- do so for Africa. crease from 23,500 to 45,000. Currently, • In 2019, Canada resettled more than there are over 40,000 protected persons 30,000 refugees. Canada welcomed over and their dependants residing in Canada 9,200 refugees in 2020. with open permanent residence applica- • In December 2020, Canada started tions. In 2021, 17,900 protected persons to accept applications for permanent resi- became permanent residents. dence from pending and unsuccessful ref- Private Sponsorship ugee claimants who worked in Canada’s Canada’s Private Sponsorship of Refu- health care sector and provided direct care gees Program is a world-leading initiative, to patients during the pandemic. As of helping it to welcome more refugees and May 29, 2021, approximately 4,345 appli- better equipping them for lasting success. cations had been received. Since it began over 5 decades ago, pri- • Refugees who face immediate risks vate sponsors have welcomed more than may be resettled under Canada’s Urgent 350,000 refugees to Canada. Protection Program. This program is now emulated all over • In July, the Government of Canada the world, from the United Kingdom and will become the second Chair of the Cen- the European Union to New Zealand, and tral America and Mexico Comprehensive the US has committed to creating one as Regional Protection and Solutions Frame- well. work (MIRPS) Support Platform. Canada IRCC recently launched a national call will champion the issue of protection, for proposals to improve existing pre- and meaningful participation and the empow- post-arrival support services for private erment of displaced women and girls. www.WeeklyVoice.com National Friday, June 25, 2021 | A-3 University Of Guelph-Humber Campus In Brampton’s Centre For Innovation Unanimous Support For Proposal; City Today Generates Largest Number Of Applicants To UofGH BRAMPTON: Brampton City graduates who are ready to make Council has unanimously sup- an impact on society.” ported a motion to work with the UofGH current and future University of Guelph and Hum- programs will complement Ry- ber College to bring the Univer- erson’s planned medical school sity of Guelph-Humber (UofGH) and its cybersecurity research/ to Brampton’s new Centre for In- innovation centre as well as Al- novation (CFI). City staff and the goma University and Sheridan institutions will now begin work College’s existing programs. on identifying required supports Founded in 2002, the Universi- and business terms for the poten- ty of Guelph-Humber offers stu- tial relocation of the campus as dents the opportunity to achieve an anchor tenant in the CFI. two credentials through four “It’s a natural fit for UofGH to years of full-time studies, at its be a key partner in the Brampton The University of Guelph Humber. Picture: UofGH north Etobicoke campus. Gradu- Centre for Innovation and support ates earn an honours degree from current and future students with a lege Institute of Technology and for Innovation and truly help perience built into all programs. the University of Guelph and a unique and proven model that al- Advanced Learning. develop our city into a major Ninety-five per cent of Guelph- diploma from Humber College. lows them to earn both a degree The University of Guelph- education and innovation hub,” Humber students are employed Every student completes hun- and a diploma within four years,” Humber is a unique partnership said Patrick Brown, Mayor of within two years of graduation. dreds of hours of work place- said Charlotte Yates, president between Humber College and the Brampton. “Our students deserve “The University of Guelph- ment; has the chance to take part and vice chancellor, University University of Guelph. Through the best opportunities for success Humber is delighted to be work- in international study abroad op- of Guelph. integrated academic and hands- and those come with access to ing alongside its institutional tions, and goes on to career em- “Given that Brampton gener- on experiences, students earn high quality education and skills partners and the City of Bramp- ployment and/or graduate studies. ates the largest number of appli- both a Humber diploma and a development options -- right here ton to further explore this excit- Through its seven undergraduate cants to UofGH out of all Ontario University of Guelph honours at home.” ing opportunity,” said George programs, the University offers cities, we are excited by the op- bachelor’s degree in four years. UofGH has more than 5,000 Bragues, interim vice-provost, its 5,200 full-time students and portunity to have Brampton as “This exciting partnership full time students and 400 em- University of Guelph-Humber. more than 700 part-time students the home for an innovative new with the University of Guelph- ployer partners in Brampton that “We pride ourselves on support- a high impact education through campus,” said Chris Whitaker, Humber will be a pivotal build- provide students with work-inte- ing student success and produc- experiential learning within a president and CEO, Humber Col- ing block of Brampton’s Centre grated learning and on-the job ex- ing well-educated, experienced small class environment. Justice Jamal - First Person Of Colour Trudeau Remembers Nominated To Supreme Court Air India Bombing Day OTTAWA: Prime Minister Jus- Yale Law School, which he at- OTTAWA: The Prime Minister, stitutions through their cowardly tin Trudeau has announced the tended on a Fulbright Scholar- Justin Trudeau, on June 23 issued acts of violence. We must contin- nomination of Mahmud Jamal to ship. He served as law clerk to the following statement on the ue to address racism, misogyny, the Supreme Court of Canada. Justice Melvin Rothman of the National Day of Remembrance hatred, and intolerance in our so- Justice Jamal has had a distin- Quebec Court of Appeal and Jus- for Victims of Terrorism: ciety, and uphold the values of di- guished career as a litigator with tice Charles Gonthier of the Su- “Today, we pause to remem- versity, inclusion, and pluralism... a deep commitment to pro bono preme Court of Canada. ber and honour every Canadian “Canada condemns all forms work prior to his appointment to Justice Jamal, who is bilingual, whose life was cut short or for- of terrorism. We will continue the Court of Appeal for Ontario practised with Osler, Hoskin & ever changed by a terrorist attack. to work closely with our allies in 2019. He appeared in 35 ap- Harcourt LLP in the fields of ap- “On this day in 1985, the and international partners to pre- peals before the Supreme Court Justice Mahmud Jamal. pellate litigation, constitutional bombing of Air India Flight 182 vent radicalization to violence, to of Canada on civil, constitutional, Pic: advocates.ca and public law, class actions, and claimed the lives of 329 innocent modernize and enhance our secu- criminal, and regulatory issues. commercial litigation. He ap- people, including citizens of Can- rity efforts, defend peace and jus- He also taught constitutional law cial excellence. I know that Jus- peared several times before the ada, India, the United States, the tice, and promote human rights at McGill University and admin- tice Jamal, with his exceptional Supreme Court of Canada on United Kingdom, and other coun- both at home and abroad... istrative law at Osgoode Hall legal and academic experience various issues. tries. This despicable act of terror “On behalf of the Government, Law School. He is bilingual. and dedication to serving others, Justice Jamal was a director of remains the deadliest terrorist at- Sophie and I extend our deep- This nomination fills the va- will be a valuable asset to our the Canadian Civil Liberties As- tack in Canada’s history. est sympathies to all those who cancy created by the upcoming country’s highest court.” sociation, The Advocates’ Soci- “Sadly, it was not the last time have lost a loved one to or been retirement of Justice Rosalie Justic Jamal fills the vacancy ety, and the Osgoode Society for Canada had to confront the mal- harmed by terrorism. We also ac- Silberman Abella. It represents created by the retirement of Jus- Canadian Legal History. He was ice of terrorism. From the attack knowledge the many community the fourth nomination under the tice Rosalie Silberman Abella. a member of the Supreme Court at the National War Memorial leaders across the country who Supreme Court appointment pro- Justice Jamal was born in Ke- Advocacy Institute and a trustee and Parliament Hill in 2014 to the continue to work to bring people cess launched by the Government nya, raised in England, and com- of the Canadian Business Law most recent ...targeting a Muslim together and prevent radicaliza- of Canada in 2016 to promote pleted high school in Edmonton. Journal. He was also chair of Os- family in London, Ontario, our tion to violence. And we thank greater openness, transparency, He received a Bachelor of Arts ler’s pro bono program and mem- country and world continue to our women and men in uniform, and accountability. from the University of Toronto, ber of its Partnership Board. suffer from the devastating con- diplomats, security, intelligence, Trudeau said: “Respected Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor In 2019, he was appointed a sequences of terrorist acts. and law enforcement communi- around the world, Canada’s Su- of Civil Law degrees from the Justice of the Court of Appeal for “Terrorists seek to instill fear in ty who work hard every day...to preme Court is known for its Faculty of Law, McGill Univer- Ontario. He and his wife, Goleta, Canadians, divide us, and make keep us all safe and make Canada strength, independence, and judi- sity, and a Master of Laws from are the parents of two teenagers. us question our democratic in- and the world a better place.” Citizenship Oath Now Recognizes Indigenous People’s Rights Ottawa: Canada’s Oath of Citizenship citizens. Over the past few years, Immi- is more than words. It is a public declara- gration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada tion of belonging to our country and to our has been working to implement several communities. The federal government has of the TRC’s Calls to Action and educate been hard at work over the past few years newcomers about their unique role in rec- updating the Oath to include Indigenous onciliation. peoples, through Bill C-8. This directly On June 14, it was announced that In- responds to the Truth and Reconciliation digenous people can now reclaim their Commission (TRC) Call to Action 94. traditional names on passports and other The recent news of the findings in the documents, fulfilling Call to Action 17. area around the Kamloops Residential In response to Call to Action 93, Ottawa School is a stark reminder of the impor- has been working at updating Canada’s tance of this work and the reason why we Citizenship Guide to ensure new citizens need continue to deliver on the TRC’s understand the role of Indigenous peoples Calls to Action. in our past, present and future. Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Marco Mendicino said: “This will help Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, new Canadians better understand the role on Tuesday announced that Bill C-8 has of Indigenous peoples, the impact of colo- received Royal Assent and is now law. As nialism ... and our obligation to uphold the of June 22, Canada’s Oath of Citizenship treaties. This is an important step on our officially recognizes First Nations, Inuit shared journey of reconciliation.” and Métis, and the obligation that all citi- Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Crown- zens have to uphold the treaties between Indigenous Relations, said: “The new lan- the Crown and Indigenous nations. guage in Canada’s Oath of Citizenship is The new Oath of Citizenship recognizes a concrete step forward on rebuilding re- that Indigenous rights are both enshrined lationships with Indigenous peoples as it in section 35 of the Constitution Act, 1982, responds to Call to Action 94 of the Truth and that they derive from the historic use and Reconciliation Commission. It is so of this land by Indigenous peoples. As new important that new Canadians understand Canadians recite the Oath, they will make the rights and significant contributions of a personal commitment to observe the Ab- First Nations, Inuit, and Métis. We recog- original and treaty rights of First Nations, nize that there is still much more work to Inuit and Métis peoples. do on our path of reconciliation and we Reconciliation is a national project that will continue this critical work in partner- involves all of us, including our newest ship with Indigenous peoples.” A-4 | Friday, June 25, 2021 national www.WeeklyVoice.com Significant Investments Being Made In Provincial Wetland Restoration Projects Partnership With Ducks Unlimited Will Conserve 60 Large & Small Wetlands Across Ontario

ST. THOMAS: The Ontario wetland and protection of 1,944 government is partnering with acres of wetland in rural Southern Ducks Unlimited Canada to en- Ontario over the years.” hance and restore approximately “Our Ontario team had a busy 60 local wetlands across the prov- spring negotiating with land- ince over the next year, as part of owners and securing permits to a five-year, $30 million Wetlands start project construction,” said Conservation Partner Program. Lynette Mader, Manager of Pro- Ducks Unlimited Canada is vincial Operations in Ontario for receiving $6 million for projects Ducks Unlimited Canada. “Some that will help improve water qual- projects are complete and more ity, preserve and increase habitats conservation partners, contrac- for endangered species, help pre- tors and site supervisors are lined vent flooding and build climate up to work through the summer.” change resiliency in the Lake On- • The Wetlands Conservation tario and Lake Erie watersheds Partner Program with Ducks Un- and connecting waterways. Made-in-Ontario Environment following projects were recently diversity and wildlife, as well as limited Canada represents almost Jeff Yurek, MPP representing Plan,” said Yurek. “As long- completed or are underway with short and long-term benefits to 925 hectares of wetland. Ontario the riding of Elgin—Middle- standing experts in this area, I am support from the Wetlands Con- downstream waterbodies, includ- is also investing $20 million over sex—London, was joined by thrilled we have partnered with servation Partner Program: ing Lake St. Clair and Lake Erie. four years in the Greenlands Con- Lynette Mader, Manager of Op- Ducks Unlimited Canada on proj- • In Atocas Bay, near Hawkes- Steve Clark, Minister of Mu- servation Partnership to help the erations in Ontario for Ducks ects to enhance and restore our bury east of Ottawa, wetland in- nicipal Affairs and Housing, Nature Conservancy of Canada Unlimited Canada, at the Kettle province’s wetlands — ensuring frastructure is being enhanced to said: “Today’s projects are an and the Ontario Land Trust Alli- Creek Conservation Authority to our water resources and ecosys- reduce flood risk and support cli- important example of how we are ance, secure land to conserve eco- showcase a completed wetland tems are healthy and beautiful for mate resiliency for communities taking action and working with logically important natural areas restoration project that received everyone to enjoy.” in the Ottawa River watershed. partners like Ducks Unlimited and protect wetlands, grasslands funding from the Wetlands Con- The projects led by Ducks Un- • Two new wetlands have been Canada to protect the environ- and forests that help mitigate the servation Partner Program and to limited Canada, an internationally added to Elgin County, in col- ment for generations to come.” effects of climate change. thank the many private and public recognized wetlands restoration laboration with the Kettle Creek “Birds and other wildlife rely • To date, Ducks Unlimited landowners who will be restoring organization, include approxi- Conservation Authority, and oth- on wetlands for habitat,” said Canada has conserved more than wetlands this summer. mately 40 wetland restoration ers in the Lower Thames Valley John Yakabuski, Minister of 993,708 acres (402,139 hect- “Wetlands keep our water safe, projects for large-scale, perma- Conservation Authority, designed Natural Resources and Forestry. ares) of wetland and associated and they make our communities nent wetlands, and 20 small wet- to capture and filter surface water “I am so pleased to continue our habitat on 1,838 projects, includ- more climate change resilient by land projects – all of which con- before it enters Lake Erie. long-standing, successful part- ing 4,627 project segments, in helping to prevent floods – that’s tribute to both climate resiliency • St. Luke’s Marsh, near Cha- nership with Ducks Unlimited Ontario. This work is made pos- why protecting these vital areas and green jobs in Ontario’s rural tham-Kent, where enhancing rare Canada, which has contributed to sible through a network of 3,397 is such an important part of our and near-urban communities. The coastal wetlands will support bio- the restoration of 2,263.5 acres of landowners and 974 volunteers. London to Host Ontario New Programs To Support Future Summer Games Of 2024 Construction Workers In Province LONDON: The Ontario gov- Games back to London in 2024,” ernment has announced that the said Mayor Holder. “ LONDON: The Ontario gov- City of London will be hosting I have no doubt that London ernment is investing over $4 the 2024 Ontario Summer Games will put on an extraordinary ex- million in six projects to sup- and will be provided with a host- perience in 2024.” port current and future construc- ing grant of up to $1 million. The games provides an oppor- tion workers across the province. The 2020 games, which tunity for athletes to develop their These Provincial Building and was originally scheduled to take skills and experience high-level Construction Trades Council of place in London and postponed to competitions and also boost local Ontario projects will promote the 2021 due to the COVID-19 pan- community and economy with an trades, train future workers and demic, will not proceed. impact of around $5 million. ensure that current workers have Details were provided by Lisa • The next edition of the On- the right tools and mental health MacLeod, Minister of Heritage, tario Summer Games will be held supports they need. Sport, Tourism and Culture In- July 21-24, 2022, and hosted by Details were provided on dustries, at the North London the City of Mississauga. Monday by Monte McNaugh- Athletic Fields in London.She • The Ontario Summer Games ton, Minister of Labour, Training was joined by Ed Holder, Mayor is the province’s largest multi- and Skills Development, joined of London, and Christine Staple- sport event for athletes ages 12- by labour leaders and Bob Bai- ton, Chair of Tourism London. 18 and is hosted every two years ley, MPP for Sarnia-Lambton at Minister McNoughton at the London Training Centre. “The City of London’s world- with over 3,000 athletes from United Association Local 527’s • A pre-apprenticeship pro- represented youth to the skilled class facilities, dedicated vol- across the province competing. Training Centre in London. gram for 460 workers to learn trades in Hamilton, London, Ot- unteers and experience hosting • The Ontario Summer Games McNoughton tweeted: “Yes- about roadworking typically used tawa and Sudbury. This project large-scale events make it a pre- is supported through the Games terday, I practiced my welding in transit and light rail bridge will include 12 weeks of hands- mier sport hosting destination,” Ontario program. skills and announced supports construction. The Ontario Iron- on training and a 12-week work said Minister MacLeod. This program delivers or sup- for future construction workers. workers District Council will placement to learn about being This grant will be used to offset ports multisport events, including With The Ontario Ironworkers provide two weeks of in-class carpenters, electrical workers, operational costs, such as accom- the Ontario Winter and Summer District Council, we’re connect- training and an eight-week work pipe trades, sheet metal workers modating, feeding and transport- Games for youth, the Ontario 55+ ing 460 people with free hands- placement. Training will be avail- and ironworkers. ing athletes and other participants Summer and Winter Games, the on training in rodworking to pre- able in Ottawa, Toronto, Sudbury, • A new Building and Con- at the games. Ontario Parasport Games, and pare workers for life-long careers Hamilton and Windsor. struction Tradeswomen project to “We are very excited to wel- the Niagara 2022 Canada Sum- in the trades. • The Tomorrow’s Trades attract more women to the trades come the Ontario Summer mer Games. The six projects are: project to introduce 96 under- through marketing and free train- ing. • Support for Ironworkers Lo- cal 759 in Thunder Bay to pur- chase necessary equipment used in training, testing and certifying 140 apprentices. • The development of a one- stop online learning system for those interested in the construc- tion trades. • A research project at the De Novo Treatment Centre in Hunts- ville to study and provide support for addiction and suicide issues in the construction industry. Funding comes as part of the government’s $115 million Skills Development Fund to address challenges to hiring, training and retraining workers during the COVID-19 pandemic and is part of the province’s 2021 Bud- get, Ontario’s Action Plan: Pro- tecting People’s Health and Our Economy. VISITORS, • Data suggests that the need to replace retiring workers is greater Davinder Singh for skilled trades workers than for Call For Honest Advice other occupations. In 2016, near- ly one in three journeypersons MONTHLY & ANNUAL PLANS - HARD TO BEAT OUR PREMIUMS were aged 55 years or older. • The median hourly wage rate of ironworkers in Ontario in 2019 SUPER VISA INSURANCE was $40. www.WeeklyVoice.com Friday, June 25, 2021 | A-5 A-6 | Friday, June 25, 2021 national www.WeeklyVoice.com Ottawa And Ontario Invest Over $2.9 Million In New Media Arts Centre In Windsor The Windsor Centre For Film, Digital Media And Creative Arts Will Renovate A Historic Church WINDSOR: Subsantial fund- ing has been announced for an- nounced funding for a new Media Arts Centre in Windsor. Irek Kusmierczyk, Parliamen- tary Secretary to the Minister of Employment, Workforce Devel- opment and Disability Inclusion and Member of Parliament for Windsor─Tecumseh, on behalf of Catherine McKenna, Federal Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; Rick Nicholls, Member of Provincial Parliament for Chatham-Kent-Leamington, on behalf of Laurie Scott, On- tario’s Minister of Infrastructure; and Amanda Gellman, President of the Windsor Centre for Film, Digital Media and the Creative Arts, announced the funding. The Government of Canada is investing over $1.1 million towards the project through the The downtown church that will be the New Media Centre. Pic: Irek Kusmierczyk/Twitter Community, Culture and Rec- reation Infrastructure Stream people of Ontario to make strate- million, with Canada investing and rural and northern commu- inclusive communities.” (CCRIS) of the Investing in Can- gic infrastructure investments in approximately $407 million, un- nity and other priority infrastruc- Rick Nicholls added: “As ada Plan. The Government of On- communities across the province der the Community, Culture and ture. much as science advances tech- tario is providing over $980,000 when needed most. Recreation Infrastructure Stream Irek Kusmierczyk, said: “In- nology, art advances the creative and the Windsor Centre for Film, • Through the Investing in of the Investing in Canada Infra- vesting in community, culture, mind. Many have dedicated a lot Digital Media and the Creative Canada plan, the federal govern- structure Program. This stream and recreational infrastructure of time and money for the pur- Arts is contributing more than ment is investing more than $180 supports the construction of new is essential to creating inclusive pose of satisfying our different $790,000 to the project. billion over 12 years in public facilities and upgrades to exist- communities where Canadi- senses. From savoury food for The Windsor Centre for Film, transit projects, green infrastruc- ing facilities that improve com- ans want to live, work and raise our unique tastes, different genres Digital Media and the Creative ture, social infrastructure, trade munity infrastructure (commu- their families. The new Centre of music for our auditory plea- Arts will renovate a historic and transportation routes, and nity centres and libraries), and for Film, Digital Media and the sure, and of course breathtaking downtown church, which will Canada’s rural and northern com- support upgrades to recreational Creative Arts announced today art for our visual preferences, we provide more space for accessi- munities. venues (arenas and recreational will contribute to the City of need these experiences to more ble, community-based and com- • Across Ontario, the Gov- spaces) and cultural spaces (the- Windsor’s culture and diversity greatly appreciate life to the max. prehensive media arts program- ernment of Canada has invested atres and museums). while offering more education This funding opportunity will al- ming for residents of all ages in more than $14 billion in over • Ontario is investing $10.2 and recreation opportunities for low Windsorites and those from Windsor-Essex, Chatham-Kent 3,400 infrastructure projects. billion under the Investing in residents. Canada’s infrastruc- surrounding areas to experience and Sarnia-Lambton. • Across the province, and Canada Infrastructure Program to ture plan invests in thousands of local artists’ creativity, enabling All orders of government con- over the next 10 years, Ontario improve public transit; communi- projects, creates jobs across the the community to enjoy and push tinue to work together for the is investing approximately $320 ty, culture and recreation; green, country, and builds cleaner, more the limits of art.” Bloomington Station Will Extend Line to Richmond Hill Continued from page 1 ers will have access to a brand- GO Transit services and any new building with amenities that future local transit connections. will keep them safe as they travel Customers will also have access on GO Transit.” to additional COVID-19 safety As outlined in the 2021 Bud- measures including hand sanitiz- get, Ontario’s Action Plan: Pro- er at the station and seat dividers tecting People’s Health and Our on all buses and trains. Economy, planned investments The new station will extend the will help stimulate job creation Richmond Hill line approximate- and are vital to support COV- ly five kilometres, past Gormley ID‑19 relief efforts. The opening GO Station and further north into of Bloomington GO Station is Richmond Hill, which means part of the broader commitment more riders in York Region will to deliver GO Rail Expansion. have a direct ride into downtown • New amenities at Blooming- Toronto. As of opening day, the ton GO Station include 253 sur- new Bloomington GO Station face parking spaces and a three- will be served by four Richmond level parking structure with 765 Hill line GO trains during both parking spaces, which has a car the morning and evening rush counting system to locate avail- hours, as well as 17 GO buses able parking spots faster. servicing the Route 61 trip every • Customers can stay clear weekday. from the elements with heated “We are delivering on our com- platform shelters and platform mitment to bring more frequent snowmelt system. access to transit for people in • COVID-19 safety measures, Richmond Hill and surrounding which include hand sanitizer at areas of Aurora and Whitchurch- the station and self-serve options Stouffville,” said Kinga Surma, that are available to enhance cus- The new Bloomington station is ready to officially open. (Metrolinx photo) Associate Minister of Transpor- tomer safety and comfort. tation (GTA). “By extending the passengers to navigate all four “The health and safety of public tion to the development of an in- • Construction at the station Richmond Hill line, which spans levels of the station. transit passengers is a top priority tegrated and efficient transit sys- began in early Spring 2017. across York Region, we are deliv- “The opening of Bloomington for our government,” said Paul tem serving Richmond Hill and • Metrolinx procured the ering a modern public transit sys- GO Station is a game changer Calandra, MPP for Markham— York Region,” said Joe DiPaola, Bloomington GO project using a tem that gets people where they for those living in the areas of Stouffville. “When people return Acting Mayor of Richmond Hill. design, bid, build delivery model. want to go that much faster.” Richmond Hill and Aurora,” said to transit, they will have an en- “I want to thank the Province for • On December 2016, the Bloomington GO Station’s en- Michael Parsa, MPP for Auro- tirely new experience at Bloom- its continuing investments.” $82.4M contract was awarded to trance waiting area is 668 square ra–Oak Ridges–Richmond Hill. ington GO Station, which offers “We are so proud to open the Kenaidan Contracting Ltd. feet and has a large glass roof “This new station has close prox- more connections to local com- new Bloomington GO, which • The station building and atrium that allows for plenty imity to Highway 404 and will be munities and safety measures that will deliver even more transit parking structure is built to LEED of natural lighting. Elevators a vital transit hub and new home will keep riders safe.” connections in York Region,” Gold standard and features roof- and accessible ramps are found base for riders to travel directly “The new Bloomington GO said Phil Verster, President and top solar panels to help generate throughout the building to allow into Toronto.” Station is another important addi- CEO of Metrolinx. “Our custom- electricity.

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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau with members of the Indigenous Caucus. He tweeted: “As a team, and as a government, we’re committed to building on the progress we’ve made - and we’ll keep working together, with Indigenous peoples, to address ongoing challenges and build a better future.” Pic: Jaime Battiste, MP for Sydney-Victoria. Cape Breton/Unama’ki. L’nu

OTTAWA: The Prime Minister, Justin have made, and continue to make, to Trudeau, issued the following statement Canada. on National Indigenous Peoples Day: “As the longest day of the year, the “Bill C-15 - an Act Respecting the summer solstice has held deep cultural, United Nations Declaration on the Rights historical, and spiritual significance of Indigenous Peoples -has passed third for many Indigenous peoples and com- reading in the Senate. This is an impor- munities for generations. And it was 25 tant step towards recognizing, respect- years ago that the Government of Can- ing, and upholding the rights of Indig- ada joined Indigenous organizations in enous Peoples in Canada. choosing June 21 to celebrate National “On June 21, on National Indigenous Indigenous Peoples Day. Peoples Day, we invite all Canadians “While today is a time to celebrate to learn and celebrate the vibrant and Indigenous peoples from coast to coast diverse cultures, languages, and beauti- to coast, it is also an opportunity to ac- ful traditions of First Nations, Inuit, and knowledge that there is much more work Métis peoples. We also recognize the im- to do on the important journey to recon- portant contributions Indigenous peoples ciliation.” ‘PAWS’ & Think Twice Before Leaving Your Pet In Hot Car

Millions of people across Ontario have received their TORONTO: The Ontario government pets in distress. The legislation also has COVID-19 vaccine. is urging everyone to take the necessary the strongest penalties in the country for precautions to keep their pets safe and people who violate animal welfare laws, protected during the hot summer months. including causing distress to an animal. Temperatures inside a vehicle can If an individual sees an animal in a hot quickly become hotter than the temper- car in distress and is concerned the ani- ature outside even if windows are left mal’s life is in danger, call 911 immedi- slightly open. Pets can be put at risk of ately as this is an emergency. Members Do your serious illness and possibly death due to of the public should not attempt to enter heat exposure as a result of being left in a vehicle in these situations. a vehicle. If pets cannot leave the car and • Unlike humans, pets have a limited go with their owners, then leave them at capacity to deal with the heat, and they home where they will be safe, cool, and can quickly become overwhelmed, lead- part. comfortable. ing to a heat stroke. “Animal owners have a responsibility • Excessive panting, increased drool- to provide care for their pets. Leaving a ing, weakness, muscle twitching, and pet unattended in a hot car is irrespon- vomiting are signs of distress that may Get your sible and can put an animal’s life in dan- indicate heat stroke in animals. ger,” said Solicitor General Sylvia Jones. • The most dramatic rise in tempera- “It is important that we take the neces- ture occurs within the first 10 minutes sary precautions to protect our pets from that a vehicle is idle. Even at an outdoor the heat. I am proud that Ontario is the temperature of only 25ºC, the inside shot. first jurisdiction in Canada to implement temperature of a car can reach 34ºC in as a full provincial animal welfare enforce- little as 10 minutes and up to 50ºC by the ment system to enhance animal safety time an hour has passed. and ensure strong penalties for those • In these emergencies, fire services who commit acts of animal cruelty.” may also assist in rescuing distressed Health Canada-approved vaccines The Provincial Animal Welfare Servic- pets in motor vehicles. are conveniently available at hospitals, es (PAWS) Act came into effect January • Cruelty to any animal is not toler- 1, 2020 and allows police, First Nations ated in Ontario. If you think any ani- doctors’ offices, pharmacies and constables and provincial animal welfare mal is in distress or being abused, call inspectors to enter motor vehicles to help 1-833-9-ANIMAL (264625). mass vaccination sites. And every dose Ford Visits Whitby LTC Home brings us closer to what we’ve missed. Book your appointment today at ontario.ca/bookvaccine or call 1-888-999-6488 for help in 300 languages.

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Colours: Cyan Magenta Yellow Black A-8 | Friday, June 25, 2021 opinion www.WeeklyVoice.com Election Of New President In Iran Marks Consolidation Of Power By Hardliners Reports Say That More Than 300 Unarmed Protesters Were Killed By Security Forces In Recent Days By Asad Mirza given their simmering tensions with Moscow over a range of is- The change of guard in Iran sues. may have a slight impact on the Iran and Europe global and regional geo-politics The result of Friday’s elec- and dynamics. But much should tion may influence the extent to not be expected. which Iran and European pow- Iranians have elected the so- ers clash or cooperate on efforts called 60-year-old hardliner, as to end conflicts in which they are the country’s new President. The involved. country’s conservative judiciary Raisi’s win could see Tehran head will take office in early Au- mounting up the pressure on gust, replacing moderate Presi- its regional rivals, Israel, Saudi dent Hassan Rouhani, who was Arabia and the United Arab not allowed by the constitution to Emirates, and their European al- run for a third consecutive term. lies with shows of force from its Raisi’s election marks a con- Iran’s Judiciary Chief and new President Ebrahim Raisi at the Interior Ministry in Tehran. proxy fighters in Syria, Yemen solidation of power by the con- (Photo by Ahmad Halabisaz/Xinhua/IANS) and Afghanistan. servatives and hardliners which In Iraq, too, a victory for Raisi already controls the parliament dollars in assets. EU sought to mitigate the effect the US as pointless, the reform- could see Iran-backed militias es- Raisi won 61.95 per cent of the Economy in crisis of punishing economic sanctions ists and centrists are in its favour. calate their targeting of US forc- vote in the June 18 election on Raisi has promised to improve re-applied on Tehran after Wash- Raisi has however promised that es, weakening the prospects of a voter turnout of 48.8 per cent, Iran’s economy that is ailing un- ington’s exit, but had limited he would form a “strong” govern- cooperation between Tehran and defeating Mohsen Rezaei, Abdol- der US sanctions and the coro- success. Iran meanwhile ramped ment to steer the agreement in the Washington’s European allies. nasswer Hemmati and Amir Hos- navirus pandemic that has exac- up its non-compliance with the right direction. India and Iran sein Ghazizadeh Hashemi. erbated decades-long inefficient agreement. Iranian reformists and cen- For India, the success of Cha- Who is Raisi? administration. The economy has But US President Joe Biden’s trists elements also support join- bahar port, its biggest project in Raisi a religious scholar, wears always played a key role in the bid to resurrect the agreement ing international anti-money Iran, is important and for that the a black turban to signify he is a Iranian elections and it was high and even extend its terms have laundering organisations such as revival of the economy is vital. descendent of Prophet Muham- on the agenda of every candidate. buoyed hopes for a revival of the the Financial Action Task Force For the port to become suc- mad, and is also seen as the coun- Due to the precarious economic deal. Tehran wants Washington (FATF), reconciliation with re- cessful operationally trade is es- try’s next supreme leader. situation, Iran is now in one of to make the first move by -lift gional rival Saudi Arabia, and sential. For that to happen eas- He has become the first Ira- its most critical phases since the ing sanctions and Iran is against reducing rhetorical aggression ing of sanctions against Iran is nian President to be sanctioned 1979 revolution. expanding the initial agreement, towards Iran’s arch-foe Israel. necessary. This year too India by the US even before assum- When the government arbi- which put curbs on Iran’s nuclear Such measures may significantly has budgeted Rs 100 crore for ing office as he was designated trarily increased the price of pet- programme in exchange for sanc- reduce friction in the region and the development of Chabahar to in 2019. The US blacklisted him rol in November 2019, thousands tions relief. also create an opportunity to re- demonstrate its commitment to for his role in the mass execution of people took to the streets in Despite previously opposing vive Iran’s ailing economy. the project. For India Chabahar of political prisoners in 1988, his more than 100 cities. Iran’s 2015 nuclear deal with However, as the Supreme is also important to improve con- involvement in the crackdown on According to Amnesty Inter- world powers, Raisi said during Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, nectivity with Afghanistan. Eas- the 2009 Green Movement pro- national, within a few days more the presidential debates earlier determines the overall policies of ing of US sanctions may revive tests. than 300 unarmed protesters were this month that he will uphold the Islamic Republic, including the hopes for the project. Raisi grew up in the north-east- killed by security forces. Protest- the landmark accord as any other its foreign policy, normalising A government under Raisi will ern city of Mashhad. He attended ers demanded the resignation of state commitment. He did, how- relations with the US or recognis- certainly be more conservative the seminary in Qom and studied members of Iran’s ruling elite and ever, point out that he would form ing Israel, as a state seems cur- and may have greater curbs on under some of Iran’s most promi- the government. a “strong” government to steer rently unthinkable. the society. His hardline stance nent Muslim scholars, including Nuclear agreement the agreement in the right direc- Ties with Russia will also have an impact on situ- Ali Hosseini Khamenei. Later he European parties to the 2015 tion. Iran’s ties with Russia seem ation in West Asia, and he may became a prosecutor for several nuclear agreement, officially Relations with US unlikely to be affected by the play a role in forming an anti- regions before moveing to the known as the Joint Comprehen- Biden assuming the US presi- new president. However, a leap Western alliance with China and capital Tehran in 1985 after being sive Plan of Action (JCPOA), dency in January 2021 US raised towards conservatism could see Russia. appointed deputy prosecutor. have been working to restore the the prospect of reviving diplo- Iran further consolidate ties with (Asad Mirza is a political com- In March 2016, he was ap- pact after it was left in tatters by matic negotiations with Iran, Moscow. mentator based in New Delhi. He pointed as the custodian of the former President Donald Trump’s after soaring tensions under his Such a move could lead to a writes on Muslims, educational, Astan-e Quds Razavi, the in- decision to unilaterally withdraw predecessor Trump. Though most further chill in Tehran’s relations international affairs, interfaith fluential shrine of Imam Reza, the US from it in May 2018. hardliners within Iran’s political with key European powers such and current affairs. Email: asad. where he controlled billions of France, Germany, the UK and the establishment regard talks with as the UK, France and Germany, [email protected]) Is The World Headed For Cold War II Between US & China? New Delhi: Is the world Five years after he wrote “Pris- powers, especially as there is no headed for Cold War 2 more than oners of Geography” that showed ‘world policemen’ as there was three decades after the collapse how every nation’s choices are during the Cold War. I believe we of the Soviet Union? The con- limited by mountains, rivers, seas will eventually head back into a tours were first visible just before and concrete, Tim Marshall is a form of Cold War, this time be- the outbreak of the COVID-19 leading authority on foreign af- tween China and the USA,” Mar- pandemic in a bitter trade war fairs with more than 30 years of shall told IANS in an interview. that erupted between the US and reporting experience, in its se- “It won’t be the same as the China and seemed to have taken quel, “The Power of Geography” previous one, but there will be a backseat as the world struggles (Simon & Schuster), says that similar pressures to choose sides. to control the spread of the vi- since then, the geography hasn’t (India successfully resisted such rus. However, US President Joe changed, but the world has. pressures in the Soviet/USA era, Biden’s remarks backing NATO “It is apparent that we have but this time the geography of the and QUAD to control China has entered deep into a ‘multi-polar’ new competition means India will again stoked the fires of what era. This means the world’s sec- probably not be as ‘non-aligned’ Tim Marshall and his new book ‘The Power of Geography’ could happen in the ‘new nor- ond-tier powers have more room in the future.) So, I wanted to mal’. to act independently of the major look at the geography of some clear example of how geography at Sky News, and before that was second-tier countries/regions and constrains a country’s ability to at BBC and LBC/IRN radio. He how that influences not only their increase the size of its popula- has reported from 40 countries current behaviour in this multi- tion, given that so much of it is and covered conflicts in Croatia, polar world, but also what role uninhabitable. It is also the best Bosnia, Macedonia, Kosovo, Af- they might play in a future Cold example of a country making its ghanistan, Iraq, Lebanon, Syria War. It’s clear, for example, that choice ahead of the Cold War. and Israel. He is the author of the the UK and Australia have made “Iran and Saudi Arabia are both Sunday Times bestseller “Prison- their choice and will stick with being impacted by the slow with- ers of Geography: Ten Maps that the Americans,” Marshall added. drawal of the US from the Middle Tell You Everything You Need Some of it was looking back East as it pivots towards the Indo- to Know About Global Politics” at his own experiences in the Pacific, and both countries also and founder and editor of the site regions (other than the chapter have their own domestic chal- TheWhatandtheWhy.com. on Space of course). “The basis lenges. The UK was an obvious “I was lucky enough to report though is starting with the geog- choice because of Brexit. Greece and learn about different peoples raphy of the subject -- which way and Turkey have entered into a and cultures. What I learned is do its rivers flow, where are the period of intense competition for that although different people can borders, what are its ports like, gas and oil in the Adriatic Sea. think in different ways, which are what are the demographics, etc. “The Sahel was chosen because sometimes hard to follow, at heart Then a study of history and cur- the problems created by colonial- we are all the same. I also learned rent affairs, supplemented with ism, climate change, poverty, early on that peace is fragile, that interviews with experts in the re- violent Islamism, conflict and mi- there are always a few people gion,” he explained, detailing the gration are all coming together, with ill intent who will seek to 10 regions -- Australia, The Sa- making it a very volatile region. provoke tensions between others hel, Greece, Turkey, the UK, Iran, Ethiopia is in because technology in order to profit from it. Sadly, Ethiopia, Saudi Arabia, Spain and may finally allow it to harness the we are susceptible to anxieties Space -- that are likely to shape power of the Blue Nile, but that about the ‘other’. global politics and power. is causing tensions with its neigh- “It has given me a somewhat “All countries and regions in bours. Finally, Space is there be- ‘realist’ hardline approach to in- some way influence current af- cause I believe it is a geographic ternational relations and has also fairs, but not all could be covered area over which there will be persuaded me of Churchill’s truth in the space of one book. Austra- competition and cooperation in that democracy is the least worst lia is interesting not just because the future,,” Marshall elaborated. political system by which to or- of its size, but because it’s a Marshall was diplomatic editor ganize societies,” Marshall said. www.WeeklyVoice.com national Friday, June 25, 2021 | A-9 Wellesley Township Joint Funding For Curling & Getting A New Tennis Club In Toronto Recreation Centre TORONTO: All three levels of government will jointly fund to to support the rehabilitation of the Tam Heather Curling Club in Toronto. John McKay, Member of Par- liament for Scarborough—Guild- wood, on behalf of Catherine McKenna, Federal Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; Vijay Thanigasalam, Parliamen- tary Assistant to Ontario’s Min- ister of Transportation and Mem- ber of Provincial Parliament for Pic: Tam-Heather Curling Club of Scarborough/Facebook Scarborough—Rouge Park, on behalf of Laurie Scott, Ontario’s sible, while providing an oppor- country, and build cleaner, more Minister of Infrastructure; and tunity for expanding community inclusive communities.” John Tory, Mayor of the City of recreational programming in im- • Across Ontario, the Gov- Toronto announced the funding proved spaces. ernment of Canada has invested The Government of Canada is • Through the Investing in more than $14 billion in over investing over $1 million in this Canada plan, the federal govern- 3,400 infrastructure projects. project through the Community, ment is investing more than $180 Vijay Thanigasalam said: “The Culture and Recreation Infra- billion over 12 years in public Ontario government is proud to structure Stream of the Investing transit projects, green infrastruc- invest in Tam Heather Curling in Canada plan. The Government ture, social infrastructure, trade Club, home to the largest se- of Ontario is providing more than and transportation routes, and nior men’s curling league in the $900,000, while the City of To- Canada’s rural and northern com- world. This investment will help ronto is contributing more than munities. upgrade and modernize exist- $700,000 toward this project. John McKay said: “Investing ing infrastructure to better serve This project work will in- MPP Mike Harris at Wellesley. Pics: Mike Harris in recreational infrastructure is Scarborough residents..” clude the replacement of various vital to ensuring Torontonians • Over the next 10 years, the TOWNSHIP OF WELLES- This new facility will include building systems including both have access to a healthy, active Government of Ontario is invest- LEY: The Ontario government is an ice pad, space for a senior HVAC and life safety systems, lifestyle. The improvements to ing $320 million across the prov- investing over $16 million to sup- centre and youth centre, walking improvements to various interior the Tam Heather Curling Club ince, and the federal government port the construction of a nearly track, gymnasium, and two soc- finishes, as well as a number of will increase the lifespan of the is investing approximately $407 $22 million recreation centre cer pitches. Construction is an- accessibility upgrades including facility and make it more acces- million under the Community, for the Township of Wellesley. ticipated to begin in March 2022 a refurbished accessible change sible for all residents of the com- Culture and Recreation Infra- The new centre will provide the with the recreation centre expect- room in the basement level and munity. This will help them to structure Stream of the Investing community with recreational pro- ed to open in Fall 2023. an accessible access route from stay active and enhance social in Canada Infrastructure Pro- gramming in a modern facility • In total, the construction of the tennis bubble to the building. connections. Our government’s gram. This stream supports the with a lower carbon footprint. a recreation centre for the Town- These improvements will make infrastructure plan will invest in construction of new facilities and Laurie Scott, Minister of In- ship of Wellesley will cost ap- the Tam Heather Curling Club projects that improve the lives of upgrades to community infra- frastructure said: “Supporting proximately $22 million. more energy efficient and acces- Canadians, create jobs across the structure. meaningful projects like this one in the Township of Wellesley will make a positive difference to the families who live in the commu- nity, while also protecting their health and well-being today, and for many years to come.” “The Government of Ontario is stepping up to support the Town- ship of Wellesley with a $16 mil- - DC Motor lion investment for a brand-new recreation centre that will be en- joyed by all members of the com- munity,” said Mike Harris, Parlia- mentary Assistant to the Minister of Natural Resources and Forest- ry and Member of Provincial Par- liament for Kitchener—Conesto- ga. “For two years, I have worked closely with Mayor Nowak and the Township to move this for- ward.” “This larger, safer, contempo- rary complex will become a hub where residents can meet, com- pete and where our communities will come together for health and comradeship. In addition, we will be in a better position to at- tract “sports tourism” by hosting tournaments and drawing people from across Ontario and beyond. The economic benefits to Welles- ley Township are enormous,” said Township of Wellesley Mayor Joe Nowak. New Corrections, Probation & Parole Officers HAMILTON: Ontario is strengthening its correctional system and protecting communi- ties across the province with the addition of 113 new correctional officers and 22 probation and pa- role officers who completed their training programs. The correctional officer train- ing program took place virtually and in-person for eight weeks with a focus on enhanced commu- nication and de-escalation skills. It also included a focus on anti- Black racism, Indigenous cultural training and inmate management techniques. Correctional officer graduates will be assigned to 15 different institutions across Ontario near their home regions: These graduates received com- pensation while undergoing train- ing. The graduates completed five weeks of extensive training both virtually and in-person at Ontario’s Correctional Services Recruitment and Training Centre. A-10 | Friday, June 25, 2021 sport www.WeeklyVoice.com New Zealand Wins ICC Spanish Golfer John Rahm Test Championship Captures Us Open Title Washington,: Spanish golfer Jon Rahm won his first major title as he notched up a 4-under 67 for a total of 278 to win the US Open on Sunday. Three weeks ago, Rahm tested positive for Covid-19 after his third round at the Memorial tour- nament with a six-shot lead and was forced to pull out of the tour- nament. Williamson finally takes NZ to pinnacle of cricket. Pic: IANS Fast-forward to Sunday, the Spaniard came from behind to Southampton: Kane Wil- liamson and Ross Taylor, who capture the US Open title. Rahm liamson, considered the greatest formed an association for the took control when he birdied the New Zealand batsman after the third wicket. Cheteshwar Pujara final two holes to hold off South late Martin Crowe, fulfilled a dropped the latter at first slip off African Louis Oosthuizen by just dream of the former Kiwis bats- an otherwise under-par Jasprit one stroke. man by leading his team to the Bumrah. Media reported that after a Spanish golfer John Ram. Pic: IANS ICC World Test Championship Batting was difficult through- 322-yard drive, Rahm went for title win on Wednesday. out the game; but New Zealand the 18th green—the easiest hole ally positive knowing big things 279, while American player Har- India folded up feebly; and coped better under the circum- at Torrey Pines—in two, but were coming,” he said. “I didn’t ris English was third on 281. this paved the way for a famous stances. Thereby, India are yet to found the correct bunker. He hit a know what it was going to be, but Oosthuizen won the 2010 Brit- New Zealand victoryCC Cham- capture an ICC title under Virat flop away from the pin, and holed I knew we were coming to a spe- ish Open at St. Andrews but here pions Trophy in 2000. India were Kohli’s captaincy. the shot for birdie, giving him the cial place, I knew I got my break- he made a mistake that cost him the favourites ahead of the final, Indeed, it boiled down to a outright lead, while Oosthuizen through win here, and it was a a lot. He hit a tee shot that went having won more overseas series red ball ODI; but a battle of at- still had three holes to play. very special place for my family. into the ravine while on the 17th and having been more seriously trition between bat and ball, not “It felt like such a fairy tale I felt the stars were aligning.” hole. Unfortunately, he found the tested than New Zealand through the slam-bang-wallop of white story that I knew it was going “I believed from the biggest rough on the 18th hole - when he the course of WTC. Blackcaps’ ball settings on surfaces favour- to have a happy ending,” Rahm setbacks we can get some of the needed an eagle - and couldn’t series victories had come only on ing batsmen. Much depended on said. “I knew there was some- biggest breakthroughs, and that’s get on the green. He failed in his home soil. India’s celebrated upper-middle thing special in the air. I could why I stay so positive,” added attempt to hole, which almost It was tight and tense till the order as the Indians resumed on just feel it.” I’m a big believer in Rahm, who became the first came close, but had to be con- conclusion. India had to remove the 6th and final morning at 64 karma, and after what happened a Spaniard to win the US Open. tented with a birdie, and ending the seasoned duo of Kane Wil- for 2. But the trio disappointed. couple of weeks ago, I stayed re- Oosthuizen came second with up with a score of of 5-under. South Asia Bomb Blast At Hafiz Saeed’s UN Celebrates Yoga Day Virtually House In Lahore Kills 2 Lahore: A massive bomb died in the blast was a passer-by. blast occurred near the house of Lahore’s Chief City Police Of- terrorist Hafiz Saeed in Lahore’s ficer Ghulam Mehmood Dogar Johar Town area on Wednesday, told media persons that the probe in which at least two persons has started into the incident and were killed, while 17 others have a team of bomb disposal squad sustained injuries. is on the spot. He had also stated Saeed is wanted in India for the that the Bomb Disposal Squad Mumbai terror attack and other would share the details about the terror cases. He is the founder of nature of explosion. banned terror groups Lashkar-e- Last year, Saeed was sentenced Taiba and Jamat-ud-Dawa and to 15 and a half years in jail by United Nations: Yoga, which provided a Because of the pandemic, the Yoga Day was currently lodged in jail. an anti-terrorism court in one ‘lifeline’ during the Covid-19 pandemic, can help observed virtually at the UN this year -- just like The house was cordoned more terror financing case. He the world recover from its ravages, leaders at the last year -- without the mass exercises with the par- through barbed wire and security has already been convicted for 21 United Nations said on Monday on the occasion of ticipation of top UN officials and diplomats from personnel were deployed perma- years imprisonment in four terror the 7th International Day of Yoga. around the world that became a part of the UN tradi- nently to guard it. financing cases. Saeed, a UN- “As we take steps to recover from the pandemic, tion since 2015. Top sources said that one of the designated terrorist on whom the let yoga inspire us to approach challenges holisti- Our picture shows New York City, rising from policemen deployed for the se- US has placed a USD 10 million cally, to work together through the multilateral sys- Covid restrictions, celebrated Yoga Day or a cor- curity of the house was killed in bounty, was arrested on July 17 tem so we recover better, stronger and greener,” UN doned off street. (photo: https://twitter.com/Indiain- the blast. The second person who last year. General Assembly President Volkan Bozkir said. NewYork) Indian Navy Participates In OPEN Naval Drill In Gulf Of Aden CALL

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NEEDED FOR FEATURE FILM INS Trikand in the Gulf of Aden. Pic: IANS no experience necessary New Delhi: The Indian tempo naval operations at sea, in- Navy for the first time took part cluding advanced air defence and in joint drills with the European anti-submarine exercises, cross LOOKING FOR Union Naval Force with assets deck helicopter operations, tacti- • Women and Men of any age from the French, Spanish and cal manoeuvres, boarding opera- • People with or without previous acting experience Italian navies participating in the tions, underway replenishment, • New-immigrants Gulf of Aden. Search and Rescue, Man Over- • No need to be fluent in English Indian Naval Ship Trikand, board drills, and other maritime mission deployed for Anti-Piracy security operations. Operations, participated in the Concurrently, a virtual “Infor- maiden joint naval exercise. mation Sharing Exercise” was “A total of five warships from also conducted between the In- THE FILM four navies participated in the dian Navy Information Fusion exercise on June 18 and June 19, Centre, Indian Ocean Region and • A positive portrayal of the daily life of a family of new immigrants in Toronto 2021. Other warships include Maritime Security Centre-Horn • Filming will take place between June 23 and Aug 10th Italian Navy Ship ITS Carabin- of Africa. The Indian Navy and • We are casting for Principal and background roles ere, Spanish Navy Ship ESPS European Union Naval Force also Navarra, and two French Navy have regular interaction through Ships FS Tonnerre and FS Sur- Shared Awareness and De-con- THIS IS A PAID OPPORTUNITY couf,” the Indian Navy said. fliction (SHADE) meetings held The two day exercise saw high annually at Bahrain. Please email fi[email protected] with the following Exercise With US Navy information: New Delhi: The US Navy ate from the bases under four op- Age, background, languages spoken and a recent photo. and the Indian Air Force (IAF) erational commands and included carried out joint drills in the Indi- Jaguars and Su-30 MKI fighters, an Ocean Region on Wednesday airborne warning and control sys- and Thursday. tem, airborne early warning and *We are an award-winning team that has received funding and support from Telefilm The exercise was with the control (AEW&C) system and Canada, Canada Council for the Arts, and Toronto Arts Council. Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike air-to-air refueller aircraft. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Group (CSG) on June 23 and 24. The US Carrier Strike Group The Reagan Carrier Strike fielded F-18 fighters and E-2C Group is currently deployed in Hawkeye AEW&C aircraft. .The the Indian Ocean Region. The exercise was carried out south of exercise saw IAF personnel oper- Thiruvananthapuram.- www.WeeklyVoice.com community Friday, June 25, 2021 | A-11 Share A Photo Of Your Garden... Win Prize! BRAMPTON: As part of the and disease control; taking into Brampton Grow Green Envi- consideration of environment ronmental Master Plan, the City methods (mulching, drought tol- said it was committed to being a erant planting) Green City that is healthy, resil- • Individuality: the creative ient, environmentally sustainable use of special features such as – and beautiful! ponds, garden sculpture, rocker- Brampton is home to many ies or a themed garden front gardens, and residents take Tips for a beautiful and green pride in keeping them green and garden beautiful. • Pay attention to how sunlight From July 1 until August 1, passes through your yard before all residents are being invited to choosing a spot for your gar- share a photo of their front gar- den. Most edible plants, includ- den with the City. The City, along ing many vegetables, herbs, and with the Brampton Horticultural fruits, need at least 6 hours of sun Society and Chinguacousy Gar- in order to thrive. den Club, will be selecting the • Water your garden regularly. best six front gardens. Winners A beautifully kept corner garden. Pic: City of Brampton Mornings are the best time. will be announced in September, • Mulch around trees and featured online, receive a recog- a Native Flowers Planting Kit! • Acceptable file formats are • Visual Appeal: the overall shrubs to prevent weedse. nition card, and win a gift certifi- Photo Submission Criteria JPG or PNG (in high-resolution visual impact; colour and texture; • Attract pollinators to your cate to a local nursery! • One photo per household quality) a pleasing sense of harmony and garden by planting Black Eyed June 21-27 is also Pollinator • Landscape (horizontal) view • Photo must be submitted via balance Susans, Salvia, Hyssop or Berga- Week! There are many virtual that shows the entire front garden registration form (photos sent via • Overall Appearance: a good mote. activities, including pollinator • No pets, people or easily social media or email will not be use of space, design coordina- • Remove dying flowers and friendly gardening tips, plant- identifiable house numbers must accepted) tion between plants and other ele- prune back any dead branches ing lists, downloadable colour- be shown Registration form will go live ments from shrubs. ing pages, daily social media • Aim to take the photo day July 1. • General Maintenance: the • Keep garbage and recycling posts, and an opportunity to win time for best lighting Judging Criteria quality of care in pruning; weed bins to the side of the house. Litter Not In Toronto South Asian Man St. Lawrence Market Food Found Dead Region of Peel – Inves- Businesses Are Now Open Parks And Beaches tigators from the Homicide and Missing Person Bureau are ask- ing for the public’s assistance in investigating the death of a man in Mississauga. On Saturday, June 12, 2021, at approximately 6:10 am, police received a call for a man lying on the ground in the greenspace at Derry Greenway Park at 3125 Derry Road. Police located a 27-year-old man with vital signs absent. At approximately 6:24 am, the man Toronto: The City of To- beaches and parks clean by put- was pronounced deceased by ronto is asking visitors to the city ting litter where it belongs, in paramedics at the scene. parks and beaches to help reduce public waste bins.” The victim was identified litter by swapping disposable Due to the COVID-19 pandem- as Simranjeet Singh Sidhu, a cups, cutlery and containers for ic, more people are visiting To- 27-year-old man of no fixed ad- reusable alternatives. ronto’s parks and beaches, which dress. He frequented the Malton “It’s up to all of us to keep To- is resulting in an increase in litter. area. Investigators would like to ronto clean, safe and beautiful,” The City is urging people to use speak with anyone having con- the City said in a statement. “Lit- available garbage and recycling tact with Simranjeet Singh Sidhu ter is a big problem in Toronto. bins to dispose of waste. or who may have seen him from It makes the city look bad, has The City has increased the June 10, to June 12, 2021. harmful effects on the environ- amount of waste bins along the Anyone with any informa- ment and animals and costs over waterfront and will be emptying tion, dashcam or video footage $27 million a year to collect and those in high traffic areas more is asked to contact the Homicide TORONTO: Food businesses urday from 5am to 4pm. clean up. frequently. If bins are full, visi- and Missing Person Bureau at in the iconic St Lawrence Market. Early Saturday mornings are Small items such as cigarette tors can look for another bin or 905-453-2121, extension 3205. has reopened for in person shop- the quietest times to shop for your butts and gum are the most lit- take the waste home with them. Information may also be left ping with a limit of 15% capacity local fresh produce. The indoor tered items in Toronto. Help Littering comes with a fine of up anonymously by calling Peel as part of Step 1 of reopening the Farmers Market is open tomor- keep Toronto’s streets, sidewalks, to $500. Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222- province. row from 5am to 3pm and sea- TIPS (8477), or by visiting www. They will be open Tuesday to sonal outdoor area is open 7am A First In Canada - Brampton peelcrimestoppers.ca. Friday from 9am to 5pm and Sat- to 3pm. To Get Electric Fire Truck Toronto Property Tax Bills Sent Out BRAMPTON:: Brampton City and on narrower roads in new TORONTO: The City of To- • Two-instalment plan: July 2 ted by mail need to reach the City Council has approved Brampton subdivisions, and will deploy the ronto has mailed out the 2021 • Six-instalment plan: July 2, before the due date to avoid late Fire and Emergency Service’s latest in ergonomic technologies, final property tax bills – the sec- August 3, September 1 fees and penalties. A reminder plans to replace a front-line improving the health and safety ond of two tax bills mailed to all • 11-instalment plan: Thurs- that payment counters and pay- pumper with a Rosenbauer RT, a of firefighters. property owners each year. The day, July 15; Monday, August 16; ment drop boxes at Toronto City fully electric-powered fire truck. The new fire truck is planned to 2021 interim tax bill was mailed Wednesday, September 15;Fri- Hall and all Civic Centres remain The Rosenbauer RT is the first be stationed at the new, state-of- in January. day, October 15; Monday, No- closed due to COVID-19 restric- fully electric-powered fire truck the-art Brampton Fire Campus, Payment due dates for the final vember 15 and Wednesday, De- tions. available on the market that is which is currently under con- tax bills under the three-instal- cember 15 Property owners who are en- able to meet current firefighting struction. The City will receive ment plan are: Property owners can make rolled in the pre-authorized pay- standards. the truck in late 2022. • Friday, July 2; Tuesday, Au- payments through their bank or ment program and who have Brampton will be the first mu- “Brampton is an innovative gust 3 and Wednesday, Septem- financial institution using online recently moved are reminded to nicipality in Ontario to use an city, and we are always looking ber 1 banking, telephone banking, or update their property account in- electric-powered front-line emer- for new ways to improve upon For property owners enrolled at a teller or ATM. Payments can formation with the City or with gency response vehicle, joining our sustainability and protect our in the Pre-Authorized Tax Pay- also be made by enrolling in pre- their financial institution to avoid other world class cities such as residents and staff,” said Rowena ment (PTP) program, the due authorized payments or by mail- penalties and fees from payments Berlin, Amsterdam, Dubai, Los Santos, Regional Councillor. dates are: ing a cheque. Payments submit- applied to the wrong property. Angeles and Vancouver. The truck’s technology will allow Brampton fire crews to generate zero emissions while responding to emergencies, not only during travel, but also while on site. The elimination of emis- sions onsite protects both the environment and the health and safety of the firefighters on scene by reducing the intake of carcino- gens. Additional features of the fully electric vehicle include the abil- ity to raise and lower ride heights, similar to a passenger bus, allow- ing for ease of entry into the ve- hicle. This feature also reduces the reach height for firefighters to access equipment while on site. The ride height can be lowered to 6.8 inches and raised to a height of 18.5 inches, allowing for flood response with no chance of water entering the engine. The new fire truck will help crews to maneuver more efficiently in tight locations A-12 | Friday, June 25, 2021 community www.WeeklyVoice.com You Better Beelieve It! Brampton Receives Official Designation As A Bee City BRAMPTON: Bee City Can- ada has officially recognized Brampton as its newest Bee City! The City of Brampton is com- mitted to supporting and protect- ing pollinators, including bees and butterflies as a designated Bee City. This includes creating and maintaining current pollina- tor habitats, educating residents about the importance of pollina- tors, and celebrating pollinators during International Pollinator Week (June 21-27). The Bee City designation is an opportunity for the City of Brampton to promote and strengthen its leading efforts to protect and enhance the City’s natural heritage system. The City of Brampton joins over 50 mu- nicipalities across Canada who A honeybee on a lavender flower. Photo by Jenna Lee on Unsplash have achieved this designation. Brampton’s Bee City designa- seed mixes, shrubs and trees that Canada is a federally recognized achieve the Bee City designation, support pollinators. We thank tion is supported by the Bramp- provide food and habitat for pol- charitable organization with the and we are dedicated to support- Bee City Canada for the recogni- ton Grow Green Environmental linators. goal to educate Canadians about ing and protecting pollinators and tion, and will build on our initia- Master Plan, Parks and Recre- • Since 2018, the Don’t Mow, the importance of pollinators and in turn maintaining healthy, di- tives through this commitment!” ation Master Plan, Natural Heri- Let it Grow Program has con- to inspire action to ensure pol- verse ecosystems in our city.” Doug Whillans, City Council- tage and Environmental Man- verted approximately 21 hectares linator habitat protection. The Rowena Santos, Regional lor Wards 2 & 6; Member, En- agement Strategy (NHEMS) and of turf grass into meadows and organization supports collabora- Councillor Wards 1 & 5; Chair, vironment Advisory Committee; the Brampton Eco Park Strategy. pollinator gardens. tive efforts of communities and Community Services, City of Member, CEERP Community By the numbers June 21-27 is Pollinator Week! organizations committed to help- Brampton, sid:“The City of Task Force,said :“Everyone plays • The City currently maintains The city has organized virtual ing pollinators by offering four Brampton recognizes the impor- a part in supporting Brampton’s 17 dedicated pollinator beds and activities including a pollinator- designations. These designations tance of protecting pollinators in Bee City designation. Pollinators 706 perennial beds that support themed treasure hunt with prizes, are: Bee Cities, Bee Partners, Bee our community. We have a num- are crucial to food production pollinators. downloadable colouring pages, Schools and Bee Campuses. ber of programs and initiatives and maintaining healthy habitats. • Since 2002, the Brampton resources and facts to explore, Mayor Patrick Brown said: in place to support pollinators, I encourage residents to plant Valley and Parks Naturalization and more. Visit www.brampton. “We are proud to be a Bee City! including enhancing natural ar- native trees and flowers, sup- Program has naturalized over 220 ca/pollinators for details. Brampton is one of more than 50 eas, and building and maintain- port farmers, and visit s at www. hectares of land and uses native Founded in 2016, Bee City municipalities across Canada to ing pollinator beds and those that brampton.ca/pollinators.” Cricket Canada Launches Completed & Paused Construction In Exciting Statistics App! Toronto Supports Caféto, Pride Month TORONTO: Cricket Canada, self manage their respective in partnership with CricHeroes, Leagues reports. has launched Cricket Canada • A centralized dashboard for Match Center, an App for scor- Cricket Canada to monitor all ing, statistics, and much more. In activities happening within its re- addition to its Live Scoring Sys- spective Member provinces. tem, that sits as its heart, the App • Notifications controls that also offers several additional ex- allow users to stay updated with citing features which collectively the latest developments in their will serve to enhance the record- favorite leagues, matches and ing and sharing of performances teams at all levels of Canadian cricket. The App can be down- Among the App’s many excit- loaded (free) at – https://apps. ing features are the following: apple.com/.../cricket-canada.../ • Live Streaming broadcasting id1560462560 for iOS users and capabilities for all matches. at – https://play.google.com/ • Automatic Man of the Match, store/apps/details... For those Resurfacing of Church Street from Gloucester Street to Park Road has been completed along with Best Batsman & Best Bowler with Android systems. reinstallation of fresh new rainbow and transgender crosswalks! Pic: City of Toronto Awards for player recognitions. Now reportedly being used by • Automatic Leaderboards millions of cricketers to live score TORONTO: The City of To- in many cities around the world, ebrations in Toronto. Freshly (rankings) from all Leagues for their cricket matches and tourna- ronto has announced that recently are very reliable due to their con- reinstated rainbow and transgen- Batsman, Bowler, Fielder and ments, the CricHeroes App has completed and paused construc- struction and have a long lifes- der crosswalks are an important Most Valuable Player Awards. already become No.1 the in the tion in three areas of downtown pan. The collapse created a very and vibrant way in which the • Auto generated Player Pro- world with ratings as high as 4.7 Toronto will help reduce traffic large sinkhole in the roadway City supports local 2SLGBT2Q+ files with associated Stats and on a 5 point scale! congestion this summer, allow and the underground repairs re- communities year round. Crews Detailed Analysis. Within Canada the Cricket for more CaféTO opportunities quired a coordinated approach have reinstated the crosswalks on • A dedicated News section to Newfoundland & Labrador, to support local businesses, and from multiple City divisions, the Church Street. The work, which keep users fully updated. Cricket PEI, Cricket New Bruns- contribute to Pride Month cel- TTC and other utility companies. started on March 8, was exten- • Ability to follow Cricket wick & Saskatchewan Associa- ebrations in the city. The street closure resulted in both sive and took place along Church Canada Social Media activities. tions have already adopted the The intersection at College and motor vehicle and cycling route Street, between Gloucester Street • Wagon Wheel, Manhattan, App for usage during their re- Beverley Streets was re-opened closures, as well as TTC streetcar and Park Road. The work was Worm, Run rate graph analyses spective current, summer 2021, recently,following more than and bus detours. planned so as to reduce impacts of matches and individual perfor- cricket Seasons. Examples which two months of emergency repairs Completion of important road to CaféTO participants who mances. Cricket Canada now hopes that due to a collapsed underground resurfacing work earlier this were able to setup their locations • Dedicated Provincial Sec- all of its member Leagues will brick sewer, which dates back to week on Church Street will help when outdoor dining was per- tions which allow Members to immediately follow. 1873. Brick sewers still exist in contribute to Pride Month cel- mitted by the Province in June. CLASSIFIEDSCLASSIFIED 7015 Tranmere Drive, Suite #16, Mississauga, Ontario L5S 1T7 Only $30/week Phone: 905-795-0639 = Fax: 905-795-9801 For 35 words Be Seen in 2 Newspapers Email: [email protected]

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Jyoti to Jyoti Chaudhary, with im- And Cleaning Duties, Prepare And mediate effect. www.WeeklyVoice.com community Friday, June 25, 2021 | A-13 Outdoor Grounds Of Riverdale Farm And High Park Zoo Now Open To Visitors TORONTO: The City of To- ronto’s Riverdale Farm and High Park Zoo officially reopened their outdoor grounds to visitors on Saturday. The Province of Ontario’s Roadmap to Reopen allows for the reopening of some outdoor recreation amenities in Step One. As part of the safe and gradual reopening, Toronto Parks, Forest- ry & Recreation staff have been preparing the grounds and the animals for the return of visitors to Riverdale Farm and High Park Zoo. Riverdale Farm is home to do- mestic farm animals and repre- sentative of a turn-of-the-century Ontario farm. The farm is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and admission is free. Indoor attractions will not The High Park Zoo - is now open from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm. Admission is free. Pic: High Park Zoo be open under current provincial restrictions. The High Park Zoo is Toronto’s oldest zoo and is home to animals such as bison, llamas, highland cattle and reindeer. The High Park Zoo is open daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and admission is free. Reservations are not required but visitor capacity will be re- duced to 15 per cent at both loca- tions. Staff will be on-site to monitor the safe operation of these ameni- ties, including one-way foot-traf- fic, physical distancing, fencing The Riverdale Farm has over three kilometres of trails. The Francey Barn houses horses, cows, goats and sheep when they’re not and signage to help control the outside in the paddock. Pic: Riverdal Farm pace and flow of visitors. More information about River- Farms webpage: www.toronto. great to see some of our most enjoy them, especially as we get hard work in helping us reopen dale Farm and High Park Zoo, ca/explore-enjoy/parks-gardens- treasured City of Toronto attrac- closer to the end of the school Riverdale Farm and High Park including hours of operation, can beaches/zoos-farms/. tions opening up again to provide year. I want to commend staff for Zoo to the public while keeping be found on the City’s Zoos and Mayor John Tory said:: “It’s families with an opportunity to their continued dedication and everyone safe.” Dr. Satwinder Bains Is Proposed Ninth Line Improvements UFV’s 2021 Recipient Of Will Support Future Travel Demand MISSISSAUGA: The City of Mississauga is proposing trans- Service Excellence Award portation improvements for Ninth ABBOTSFORD: Dr. Satwinder Line from Eglinton Avenue West Bains of Abbotsford is this year’s to Derry Road West. In a corpo- recipient of the University of the rate report presented at General Fraser Valley’s Faculty Service Committee, City staff identified Excellence Award. In conferring opportunities to support future the award, the University cited transportation needs for all road Dr. Bains as “a visionary leader users – pedestrians, cyclists, with an unshakable commitment transit users and drivers. Im- Residents and stakeholders were • Road widening from two to to equality and cultural justice.” provements will also support the involved in multiple engagement four lanes Bains is currently Associate City’s Shaping Ninth Line study, sessions to provide input and rec- • New signalized intersections Professor in the department of that looks at transforming the last ommendations. • Crossrides at all signalized Social Cultural and Media Stud- remaining greenfield into a sus- “I am excited for the future of intersections and intersections ies. She was the driving force tainable, transit-supportiveand Dr. Satwinder Bains. Ninth Line. These changes will without signals behind a $2.25 million donation distinct neighbourhood. Pic: UFV/Twitter make getting around more ac- • Upgraded/new transit stops campaign to establish the BC Re- “Great transportation infra- cessible and safer for everyone • Posted speed limit to de- gional Innovation Chair in Can- ence in community development structure is a key foundation to in the community, and is much crease from 70 km/h to 60 km/h ada-India Partnership Develop- and has worked extensively with an evolving city,” said Mayor needed as our city continues • Intersections designed in ment and the University’s South not-for-profit organizations in Bonnie Crombie. “That’s why growing,” said Sue McFadden, compliance with Accessibility for Asian Studies Institute, of which the area of cross-cultural mental it’s important that we continue to Ward 10 Councillor. “It’s another Ontario with Disabilities Act she has been director since 2006. health, immigrant women, youth invest in transportation and make important step in transforming • Enhanced streetscaping Her current research interests and families and board develop- necessary changes to get people the Ninth Line lands – including Geoff Wright, Commissioner, include migration, settlement, ment on diversity and equity. moving throughout Mississauga. future additions of a new sports Transportation and Works, said: and integration; cross-cultural diversity, cross cultural develop- Whether they walk, cycle, take park and community centre – and “As Mississauga experiences education and curriculum imple- ment, women’s rights and socio- transit or drive, residents want to see its potential as a major more traffic on its roadways, mentation; race, racism, and eth- religious interfaith dialogue. options and alternatives to sup- transportation artery in Ward 10. improvements will greatly ben- nicity; identity politics; South Bains was closely associated port their preferred mode of Thanks to all residents who en- efit everyone as we provide more Asian Canadian Diaspora studies, with the setting up of of UFV transportation.” gaged with us on this important transportation options on Ninth Punjabi cultural historiographies. India - where she served as di- The City completed an Envi- project.” Line. This includes better active Her academic articles have rector of from 2013-2017 before ronmental Assessment Study – as Significant proposed changes transportation and transit infra- been published in various inter- becoming its prinicipal through required under the Ontario Envi- will include: structure, and increasing capacity national journals. Her biography 2019. She made frequent frequent ronmental Assessment Act – to • Separated boulevard cycle for road users to accommodate states: “ Satwinder has extensive trips to the univerisity’s campus identify issues, opportunities, tracks and sidewalks existing and future demand.” years of professional work experi- in Chandigarh. solutions and design concepts. Arrests In ‘Fail To Stop’ Case Region of Peel – Investi- ping to assist. gators from the Major Collision On Wednesday, June 16, inves- Bureau have arrested and charged tigators from the Major Collision a second 25-year-old man from Bureau arrested and charged Gur- Brampton for a racing/fail to re- jant SINGH with the following main collision that occurred in offence: Brampton. - Dangerous Operation causing On Monday, May 17, 2021, at bodily harm and fail to stop. 11:13 p.m., a black 2006 Lexus The accused will appear at and a black Honda Civic were the Ontario Court of Justice in travelling southbound on Main Brampton on Wednesday, August Street approaching Queen Street 11, 2021. in Brampton - at speeds more During the investigation, the than double the speed limit. The Major Collision Bureau was able Lexus subsequently collided with to identify the driver of the Hon- a cement wall at the intersection da Civic and on Tuesday May 25, of Main Street and John Street, 2021, Drumayne LAKE, 23 from resulting in a 25-year-old man Brampton, was charged with: and a 22-year-old woman being - Dangerous Operation cause transported to a trauma centre. bodily harm x 2 The driver of the Honda Civic - Fail to stop after accident re- continued driving without stop- sulting in bodily harm A-14 | Friday, June 25, 2021 Astro www.WeeklyVoice.com Your Fortunes This Week Weekly forecast from 25th June to 1st July 2021 By Dr. Prem Kumar Sharma (Astrologer, Palmist , Numerologist & Vastu Consultant) Email: [email protected] / Url: http://www.premastrologer.com Contact: +91-172-2562832, 2572874 Mobile/Whats app: +917814441456/9216141456 / Facebook: www.facebook.com/askpremastrologer By Dr. Prem Kumar Sharma Aries Cancer Libra Capricorn (March 21-April 20) (June 22-July 22) (September 24-October 23) (December 22-January 21) You are likely to keep socially active by Inadequate preparation may pose prob- Accompanying someone on a journey You are likely to take control of things calling on a friend or relative. Eating out lems for those undertaking a journey. Re- is foreseen and promises much pleasure. on the academic front and forge ahead suc- with the one you love promises to be lots frain from joining the gossip mill, as noth- Overseas trip cannot be ruled out for busi- cessfully. An initiative taken on the profes- of fun, so reserve a table for two! You will ing good is likely to come of it. Don’t invest nesspersons or industrialists. A professional sional front is likely to bring in encourag- need to repose full faith in someone, if you blindly in something that is recommended accomplishment may please you no end. ing results. A chance to earn big bucks may want to ease your job. This is a good time to you. You may have to keep those who There is much happening in your personal knock on your door. Health remains satis- to consolidate your gains on the academic matter happy, if you want your career to life. You may have to be in the know of factory. You are in the right, so go ahead front. A chance to improve upon something move ahead. A relaxing and fulfilling time things to get a leg up on someone. Roman- fearlessly and do what needs to be done. at work is likely to be gainfully used by is foreseen for those in love. Proceeding on tic thoughts are likely to flood your mind, This is a good time to plan something with you. a pilgrimage or vacation cannot be ruled so spare some time for love and make ef- lover, as romantic front appears most prom- Lucky No.: 3/Lucky Colour: Red out for some. forts to rekindle your love life. ising. Lucky No.: 18 Lucky No.: 6/Lucky Colour: Grey Lucky No.: 5 Taurus Lucky Colour: Saffron Lucky Colour: Peach (April 21-May 20) Scorpio Praise and a pat on the back can be ex- Leo (October 24-November 22) Aquarius pected by some on the professional front. A (July 23-August 23) Impulsiveness in investing money needs (January 22-February 19) family junior may require disciplining, but Those feeling under the weather are like- to be curtailed, as it can lead to some wrong Making good time on a long journey is don’t be harsh. Waning interest of someone ly to show improvement. Your partner’s decisions. Petty jealousies and one-upman- indicated. Someone’s assistance is likely to you secretly love may get your alarm bells sweet nothings on the romantic front are ship can show you in a bad light on the find you performing well on the academic ringing! Even though you feel a financial likely to keep you aglow! You may be in social front. Love life remains satisfactory. front. Someone is likely to put in a good crunch, the benefits that accrue will be im- the process of giving finishing touches to a You will need to plan things taking others word for you at work. If success is what mense. Taking up an exercise routine is property deal. Gearing up to receive some- into consideration. A pleasant surprise on you seek, you will taste is soon! Much fun possible and will benefit you immensely. one at home may keep you busy. Correct the academic front cannot be ruled out for is foreseen on the social front as a marriage Your confidence on the academic front emphasis seems to be your key to tackling some. If you are lagging behind at work, gets solemnised or a success, celebrated. promises to take you to the very top. even the toughest situation on the academic it is in your interest to double the speed to Impressing someone on the romantic front Lucky No.: 4 front. A new job is in the pipeline for those catch up. is very much on the cards for some. Lucky Colour: Sky Blue looking for one. Lucky No.: 1 Lucky No.: 7 Lucky No.: 9 Lucky Colour: Lemon Lucky Colour: Sandy Brown Gemini Lucky Colour: Lavender (May 21-June 21) Sagittarius Pisces This is a good time to finalise property Virgo (November 23-December 21) (February 20-March 20) as stars are poised favourably. You may be (August 24-September 23) You are likely to fare well on the aca- Those married or in love are likely to expected to discharge a social commitment An urgent and important job may involve demic front. A family member may prove a experience a blissful existence. An excit- that you consider a waste of time. Excite- a lot of footwork, but you will manage to great support for you at work. It is best not ing trip is on the cards and will prove lots ment of yesteryears may be missing from accomplish it most efficiently. The starry- to get overstressed. Those taking chances of fun. Your focus no health will keep you a long-term relationship, but mutual efforts eyed may not get enough time to spend on the road need to be careful. This is not fit and energetic. Success is yours for the will help. You will need to generate the with their favourite celebrity. You will need the right time for changes, especially on asking on the academic front. This is your right kind of enthusiasm for a job, if you to be patient and give a complete hearing to the professional front. Not keeping a tab on lucky week, as far as your career is con- want it finished by the deadline. A new and the other side, before you say anything or your expenses may soon find you in the red. cerned. A profitable deal may bring you exhilarating experience awaits you on a trip act. Don’t open your heart to anyone who Minor ailments, aches and pains threaten to into big money. Socially, you will remain that you are contemplating. expresses sympathy on the social front, make life miserable for some. as popular and add to your friends’ list. Lucky No.: 8 even if he or she is your well wisher. Lucky No.: 15 Lucky No.: 22 Lucky Colour: Yellow Lucky No.: 4/Lucky Colour: Rust Lucky Colour: Parrot Green Lucky Colour: Light Blue

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Weekly Predictions for the ties. Work through this phase tention. Nevertheless, weigh ers, which could put you in the You probably are experienc- week {26th June 2nd July, diligently and you might be able your situation in totality, and limelight. Try to be a little dip- ing a high as far as relationships 2021} to reward yourself more hand- consider past experiences be- lomatic with people who take are concerned at the work and somely. fore taking a decision. People advantage of situations behind the personal front. Things are Number 1 {SUN}: {Those Lucky Days: Sunday, looking out for a partner would your back. People planning to going at the pace you have set born on the 1st, 10th, 19th Wednesday and Saturday. be able to end their search this go in for a partnership might be them to, and this might prove and 28th in any month} week. able to finalize on their plans. beneficial for you in the long Opportunities at the work Number 3 {JUPITER} Lucky Days: Sunday, There can be chances of slow- run. Try to be a less creative place aid you in implementing {Those born on the 3rd, 12th, Wednesday and Saturday. down midweek, nevertheless where money matters are con- the knowledge that you have so 21st and 30th in any month} before you realize things will cerned and avoid excessive ex- sincerely gathered, especially The restlessness that you Number 5 {MERCURY} again take the momentum. perimentations. People in a rela- about things outside your work have been experiencing since {those born on the 5th, 14th Lucky Days: Tuesday and tionship have chances of taking purview. This might help you a long time could be put to rest and 23rd in any month} Friday. the new step forward after affir- win the faith of your seniors at this week. This will also allow The week brings with it a lot mation from their partners. work and you might be given you to take a look at things in of hope and positive energy that Number 7 {NEPTUNE} Lucky Days: Wednesday and more important responsibilities. a perspective and plan better to enables you to go about things {those born on the 7th, 16th Friday. Try to achieve a balance and achieve your targets in life. The in a more organized manner. and 25th in any month} harmony between your work situation can get a bit tricky as The sluggish pace that was There are chances that you’ll Number 9 {MARS} {those and personal life to avoid com- far as the financial situation is probably worrying you has di- feel a bit worried as far as cir- born on the 9th, 18th and 27th plaints form loved ones. concerned. However, your calm minished giving way to action. cumstances on the work front in any month} Lucky Days: Sunday, behavior might be helpful in People facing a financial crunch are concerned. The discipline There are probably some sur- Wednesday and Saturday. resolving the conflict and turn might be able to sort out matters that you have set for yourself prises for you in store this week. things in your favour. and resolve the complications. and want others to follow might People in the professional field Number 2 {MOON} {Those Lucky Days: Tuesday and Be appreciative of people who be difficult to execute initially. might be able to see their career born on the 2nd, 11th, 20th Friday. have helped you in your times However, set aside doubts, as advancing to their satisfaction. and 29th in any month} of need, and stand by their faith things may eventually pick up The determination that you in- The focus this week should Number 4 {URANUS} in you. and move in the direction you volve in your work would not be more on the professional {Those born on the 4th, 13th, Lucky Days: Friday. have determined. Try and spend go unnoticed. You have prob- front than personal matters. 22nd and 31st in any month} some quality time with like- ably taken things to the finish Colleagues at work might be Socializing and network- Number 6 {VENUS} {those minded people. line and now it’s time to set able to aid you in completing ing are two important tools born on the 6th, 15th and 24th Lucky Days: Sunday, back and view the results. Peo- the tasks at hand but there are that might turn to your advan- in any month} Wednesday and Saturday. ple around you will also be sup- chances that minute details are tage and help establish profit- Your intelligence and uncon- portive of your endeavors, and left out in the haste. Try not to able connections. There can be ventional thinking might be at Number 8 {SATURN} understand you better. postpone things and be tempted chances of a business partner- its peak this week. You will also {those born on the 8th, 17th Lucky Days: Tuesday and by trivial enjoyment opportuni- ship that might attract your at- be able to attract a lot of follow- and 26th in any month} Friday. Toronto Restoring Trinity Bellwoods Park, Clearing Structures TORONTO: The City is restor- to pack two bags of belongings eral chapters of the Municipal The risk of serious injury or death exandra Park, with far more tents ing Trinity Bellwoods Park while to take with them. All other be- Code and are not a solution to to residents of encampments, as a and makeshift structures (more continuing to help people experi- longings will be collected and homelessness. The health out- result of fire, is extremely high. than 200) in those encampments encing homelessness stored for up to 30 days for future comes for people who stay out- Since 2010, seven people have than people. The City of Toronto is now pickup. There are approximately side are complex and serious. In- lost their lives as a result of fires Since mid-December 2020 enforcing trespass notices issued 65 structures on-site. dividuals living in encampments in encampments in Toronto. the City has opened 244 new af- at Trinity Bellwoods Park on The Toronto Police Service is are also at risk of contracting City parks must also be safe fordable homes, including 100 June 12. All individuals experi- present to ensure the safety of COVID-19. and accessible to all residents of modular housing units. Currently, encing homelessness in this en- encampment residents and City The risk of fires is also high. Toronto. The City will restore its there are 82 projects in the afford- campment, estimated at 20 to 25 workers. The City remains fo- There have been 114 fire events parks while also helping as many able rental development pipeline, people, are being offered safe, in- cused on providing a human ser- in encampments so far this year, people who are willing to accept which will create 10,676 new door space, with access to meals, vices response to encampments including nine in the past week. the City’s offers of support. permanently affordable rental showers and laundry, harm reduc- and peaceful, voluntary referrals In 2020, Toronto Fire Services re- There are an estimated 60 to 80 homes once completed. Over the tion, physical and mental health for people sleeping outdoors to sponded to 253 fires in encamp- people staying in encampments next 12 months, the City is aim- supports, and a housing worker. safer, inside space. ments – a 247 per cent increase at Lamport Stadium, Trinity Bell- ing for 1,248 new permanent and Occupants are being given time Encampments contravene sev- over the same period in 2019. woods Park, Moss Park and Al- supportive housing units. www.WeeklyVoice.com Matrimonial Friday, June 25, 2021 | A-15

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TORONTO, ON - Ontar- “These large infrastructure everyone, resulting in strong and ians have a history of building projects will support a robust vibrant communities across the great things. The people of this provincial economy by acting as province.” province have transformed Ni- magnets for talent and invest- The Ten Infrastructure Projects agara Falls into a massive source ment, creating a strong cycle of for a More Competitive Ontar- of emissions-free electricity, economic growth,” said OREA io span the province from corner bridged vast geographic distanc- CEO Tim Hudak. to corner both in location and im- es with railroads and highways, “This allows Ontario to pay pact: and built Canada’s first subway – for the types of infrastructure and The Greater Toronto Area a transformational transit project public services that spur produc- 1. A Pearson Transit Hub completed nearly 70 years ago. tivity and improve quality of life, 2. A New Bypass for GTA It is time for the next round of leading to higher paying jobs, Freight Rail game-changing infrastructure in- business investment, and more 3. Extending the Yonge Sub- vestments. opportunities to increase housing way into York Region The Ontario Real Estate As- supply and affordability.” 4. An Eastern GTA Transit Hub sociation (OREA) last week re- One project that would have Toronto leased The Ten Infrastructure incredible impact on Ontario’s 5. Rapid Transit in Toronto Projects for a More Competitive future economic prosperity is the Ottawa & Eastern Ontario Ontario, a research report writ- proposed Pearson Transit Hub. 6. Frequent and Reliable Rail ten in partnership with KPMG The area surrounding Toronto Service between Toronto, Ot- Global Infrastructure Advisory, Pearson Airport, dubbed Ontar- tawa, and Montreal outlining large infrastructure io’s Airport Employment Zone Niagara & Southwestern On- projects that will support a robust (AEZ) by economists, is the sec- tario economy, creating new jobs and ond largest employment area in 7. A New Freeway and 21st opportunities across the province. the province, boasting 330,000 Century Border Infrastructure for To select the top ten, OREA jobs, behind only downtown To- the Niagara Peninsula and KPMG looked at economy- ronto’s employment cluster. experts from to the Northern Ontario impacting projects across all in- The proposed Pearson Tran- across the re- AEZ’s 8. A Strategic Transportation frastructure asset classes, then sit Hub could nearly double that gion to support economic Link to Ontario’s Ring of Fire assessed them against specific number of jobs by 2035, further government as growth. Provincewide criteria. increasing the AEZ’s GDP contri- they use the trans- “Lack 9. Broadband to address the Each of the ten projects select- bution by 2.2%. formative power of of transit con- Urban-Rural Digital Divide ed for inclusion addresses mul- “Toronto Pearson is Canada’s transit connectivity.” nectivity and traffic 10. ontario’s Clean Energy tiple strategic challenges, has a gateway to the world and an eco- In order to reach this full po- congestion often rank as Ontar- Potential direct link to Ontario’s economic nomic anchor for the region,” tential, the Ontario government io’s most challenging economic OREA is inviting Ontarians to competitiveness, and is a project said Deborah Flint, President and must do its part to integrate and problem, so we need to address take these ten infrastructure proj- both of an ambitious scale, and CEO, GTAA. advance several existing and this barrier to economic competi- ects list as a starting point and to is conceptual or in early plan- “Improved transit connectivity planned transit lines into a new tiveness if we want to bring the engage the association in an im- ning stages. They also take into in the heart of Canada’s second multimodal transportation an- dream of home ownership closer portant dialogue about how we consideration the new ways of largest employment zone will chor – the Pearson Transit Hub. to more Ontarians,” said Hudak. can use infrastructure to enhance working, regional supply chains, fight climate change, improve ac- Currently underserved by transit, “With the infrastructure project Ontario’s competitiveness. and the extraordinary growth of cess to jobs, and contribute eco- this project would cut through the proposals in this report, we hope To learn more about all ten e-commerce brought upon by the nomically in a growing province. current traffic congestion at Pear- to inspire future generations and projects, please visit top10proj- COVID-19 pandemic. We stand alongside leaders and son Airport, unlocking the door generate sustained prosperity for ects.ca. B-2 | Friday, June 25, 2021 realty www.WeeklyVoice.com Housing Market Continues To Moderate In May Month-Over-Month Declines In Sales Were Observed In Close To 80% Of All Local Markets: Crea Ottawa, ON, June 15, 2021 – Statistics re- still well below the long-term average for this leased today by the Canadian Real Estate As- measure of over 5 months. sociation (CREA) show national home sales The Aggregate Composite MLS® Home and new listings were both down between Price Index (MLS® HPI) rose 1% month- April and May 2021. over-month in May 2021 – a noticeable de- Home sales recorded over Canadian celeration. Most of the recent deceleration MLS® Systems fell by 7.4% month-over in month-over-month price growth has come month in May 2021, building on the 11% from the single-family space compared to the decline recorded in April. Activity nonethe- more affordable townhome and apartment less remains historically high, but in contrast segments. to March’s all-time record it is now running The non-seasonally adjusted Aggregate closer to levels seen in the second half of Composite MLS® HPI was up 24.4% on a 2020. year-over-year basis in May. Based on data Month-over-month declines in sales activ- back to 2005, this was another record yearov- ity were observed in close to 80% of all local er-year increase; although, it is not likely to markets. It was a mixed bag of results, with go much higher at this point. a slowdown in sales observed in most large While the largest year-over-year gains markets across Canada. continue to be posted across Ontario, this is With May 2021 activity setting a record for also where month-over-month price growth the month, and May 2020 sales marking the has been slowing the most. Meanwhile, price worst May since the late 1990s, the actual (not that the slowdown in the market was coinci- 70% of all local markets in May. growth has continued to accelerate in some seasonally adjusted) number of transactions dent not just with record COVID cases and The national sales-to-new listings ratio other parts of the country, thus serving to re- this year represented a 103.6% increase on a fresh lockdowns but with the take up in the was 75.4% in May 2021, down slightly from duce the year-over-year growth disparity be- year-over-year basis. vaccination rate, so maybe we all finally have 76.2% posted in April. The long-term aver- tween Ontario and other provinces. “While housing markets across Canada re- something else to think about other than hous- age for the national sales-to-new listings ratio The MLS® HPI provides the best way main very active, we now have two months ing and being stuck at home all the time. Go- is 54.6%, so it remains historically high; al- to gauge price trends because averages are of moderating activity in the books, and that ing forward there is still a good probability though, it has been moderating since peaking strongly distorted by changes in the mix of goes for demand, supply and prices,” stated of increased churn in resale markets as we at 90.7% back in January. sales activity from one month to the next. Cliff Stevenson, Chair of CREA. “More and get more certainty around our post-COVID Based on a comparison of sales-to-new The actual (not seasonally adjusted) na- more, there is anecdotal evidence of offer fa- lives and people move around more than they listings ratio with long-term averages, only tional average home price was a little over tigue and frustration among buyers, and the would have in a non-COVID world. But for about a quarter of all local markets were in $688,000 in May 2021, up 38.4% from the urgency to lock down a place to ride out CO- now at least, with the light at the end of the balanced market territory in May, measured same month last year. That said, it is impor- VID would also be expected to fade at this tunnel so close, it feels like housing may take as being within one standard deviation of their tant to remember that the national average point given where we are with the pandemic. a back seat to us all starting to get our lives longterm average. The other three-quarters price dropped last April and May during the As always, your best bet is to consult with back to normal this summer.” of markets were above long-term norms, in initial lockdowns as the higher-end of every your local REALTOR® for the best informa- The number of newly listed homes de- many cases well above. market was effectively shut down. That serves tion and guidance about buying or selling a clined by 6.4% in May compared to April. At The number of months of inventory is to stretch these year-over-year comparisons home in this rapidly changing market,” con- a time where so many markets are struggling another important measure of the balance over and above what is actually happening to tinued Stevenson. with historically low inventory, sales activity between sales and the supply of listings. It prices. “With the synchronous cooling off of de- depends on a steady stream of new listings represents how long it would take to liquidate The national average price is also heavily mand, supply and prices in recent months, one each month. As such, the concurrent gains in current inventories at the current rate of sales influenced by sales in Greater Vancouver and could draw comparisons to last year’s initial new supply and sales in March followed by activity. the GTA, two of Canada’s most active and lockdowns, but this year feels different,” said synchronous declines in April and May sug- There were 2.1 months of inventory on expensive housing markets. Excluding these Shaun Cathcart, CREA’s Senior Economist. gest the slowdown in sales may not only be a a national basis at the end of May 2021, up two markets from calculations cuts close to “Of course, the main difference this year is demand story. New listings were down about from a record-low 1.7 months in March but $140,000 from the national average price. Three Tips For Keeping Your Ottawa Providing Funds For Family And Home Safe Affordable Housing Research O ttawa: The Government of Canada is helping to foster inno- vative solutions through research aimed at improving the availabil- ity of affordable housing. Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and Minister re- sponsible for Canada Mort- gage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innova- tion, Science and Industry and Avoid common hazards. Pic: NewsCanada Adam Vaughan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fam- ness, Northern Homelessness future investments and spur the (NC) Whether you’re getting ties on hand to get you through a ilies, Children and Social Devel- and Housing Insecurity, Commu- next generation of housing.” settled in your first home or want tough spot is invaluable. opment and Minister responsible nity Housing Sector Resilience, Dr. Jim Dunn, Director, Cana- to be sure you have your bases Auto collisions for Canada Mortgage and Hous- Balanced Housing Supply, and dian Housing Evidence Collab- covered, here are some useful re- To stay safe on the road, prac- ing Corporation (CMHC), have Affordable Rental Housing for orative, added: “I’m extremely minders to help you avoid some tice safe driving habits like al- announced that almost $14 mil- those in the greatest need. grateful for CMHC’s investment common hazards and stay safe. ways staying focussed. 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Keeping necessi- da.ca/dont-drive-high. research on Seniors Homeless- way we think about and respond Canada’s housing research capac- to issues that impact Canadians. ity and mobilizing the knowledge Through the Collaborative Hous- from the Collaborative Housing ing Research Network, the Gov- Research Network.” ernment of Canada is supporting As part of the National Hous- both vital housing research and ing Strategy, total funding avail- deep exchange among research- able for the Collaborative Hous- ers that will help expedite en- ing Research Network is $13.9M hancements to housing policy over the duration of the initiative and programs ultimately ensuring with approximately $7.9M hav- that all Canadians have a safe and ing been committed for its initial affordable place to call home.” 5 years to support the following: Adam Vaughan said: “The Na- • Knowledge Moblization tional Housing Strategy (NHS) HUB: is a comprehensive response to • Dr. James Dunn, McMaster the need for safe and affordable University, The Canadian Hous- housing for all Canadians. 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Ontario government is further committee and an appeals com- • Additional protections for strengthening protections for mittee process to hold bad actors consumers also came into effect buyers and owners of new homes accountable. on April 1, 2021, under the New by introducing a new Code of “Since taking on overdue Home Construction Licensing Ethics for builders and vendors changes to this important sector, Act, 2017 including the expan- of new homes, clarifications our number one goal has been to sion of publicly-available infor- to the simplified warranty and protect homeowners and support mation about licensed new home protections claims process for ethical practices and top-notch builders and vendors on the On- defects in new homes, and a me- service by homebuilders and tario Builder Directory. diation process for homeowners vendors,” said Minister Roma- • As of April 1, 2021, the New who dispute a warranty claim no. “ Home Ombuds (ombudsperson) assessment. We all benefit when we raise has a stronger focus on helping These changes come into ef- the bar for quality new home consumers and provides greater fect on July 1, 2021 and will construction in Ontario and accountability and oversight of support a standard of work and make it easier for buyers and Tarion. professionalism that reflects the owners to get what they paid for. • On February 1, 2021, best of Ontario’s homebuilding Our government is proud to be the Home Construction Regu- industry. reaching the next milestone in latory Authority was desig- Announced today by Ross this journey on July 1st.” nated as Ontario’s regulator of Romano, Minister of Govern- Enhancements are also being builders and vendors of new ment and Consumer Services, made to Tarion’s dispute resolu- homes. Tarion continues to ad- Image by Paul Brennan from Pixabay the new Code of Ethics – under tion and new home warranty and minister Ontario’s new home the New Home Construction Li- protection claims processes to: who dispute Tarion’s assess- latory Authority as the regula- warranty and protection pro- censing Act, 2017 – will require • support a simplified ment of their warranty claim to tor responsible for builders and gram. licensed builders and vendors of claims process that is easier for request that Tarion participate in vendors of new homes. • The Rebuilding Consumer new homes to operate in a pro- consumers mediation They are part of Ontario’s on- Confidence Act, 2020 promotes fessional manner with honesty, • improve transparency These steps build on other going overhaul of the Ontario higher quality new home con- integrity, financial responsibil- by requiring Tarion to provide consumer protection improve- new home warranty and protec- struction, which reduces defects ity, and without intimidation or claimants with expert opinions ments including the Rebuild- tion program and also address and new home warranty and coercion. when it issues a warranty assess- ing Consumer Confidence Act, the Auditor General of Ontario’s protection claims, while better It also provides the Home ment report 2020 and the designation of recommendations in the 2019 protecting consumers from bad Construction Regulatory Au- • enable homeowners the Home Construction Regu- Special Audit of the Tarion War- actors in the marketplace. New 5-Storey Building With 119 Rental Feds Support Rapid Units To Come Up In Vancouver Housing In Toronto VANCOUVER: Ahmed Hus- bedroom units. Of these, 36 units Strategy program that supports sen, Minister of Families, Chil- will have rents subject to meeting rental housing construction proj- dren and Social Development and BC Housing’s Housing Income ects to encourage a stable supply Minister responsible for Canada Limits (HILs) and further 23 of rental housing for middle-class Mortgage and Housing Corpora- units will be earmarked afford- families in expensive housing tion (CMHC), alongside Harjit able with rents at or below 24% markets. Sajjan, Member of Parliament for of Vancouver’s median house- Hussen said: “Through new in- Vancouver South and Minister hold income. vestments like this one by Cata- of National Defence, have an- In addition, there will be one lyst Community Developments nounced a $39.8 million low-cost floor of underground parking Society, our government is taking loan to help construct “Alder”, a with 76 spaces, a locker storage, action to not only increase the new residential building located and several bicycle storage areas. supply of new rental develop- at 3625 Sawmill Cres., in South- The project is located on land ments, but to also provide hous- east Vancouver. leased from the City of Vancou- ing options that are closer to jobs, The “Alder” by Catalyst Com- ver and is subject to a Housing services and amenities.” munity Developments Society Agreement which will hold the Harjit Sajjan said: “We know is a 5-storey residential build- affordability for at least 60 years. that everyone deserves adequate ing that will provide Vancou- The project received fund- and affordable housing. The ver with 119 new units of much ing through CMHC’s Rental government’s Rental Construc- needed rental housing, ranging Construction Financing initia- tion Financing initiative (RCFi) from studios, one, two, and three- tive (RCFi), a National Housing is helping Vancouver South in- crease its supply of new rental de- velopments. When it is complete, this project at 3625 Sawmill TORONTO: An approximately to, and Kristyn Wong-Tam, City Crescent will offer new housing $1.2 million investment will be Councillor for Toronto Centre. options for families and indi- made through the Major Cities These 24 homes will be part viduals which are even closer to Stream of the Rapid Housing Ini- of innovative and cost-effective good jobs, services and amenities tiative (RHI) for the conversion supportive housing build located in this corner of our Vancouver of a vacant property in Toronto at 292 – 296 Parliament St., for South community.” into 24 affordable low-rise apart- those who are exiting or at risk of Kennedy Stewart, Mayor ment homes. homelessness. Supportive hous- of Vancouver said: ““Working The announcement was made ing provides a rapid, dignified families in Vancouver are count- by Ahmed Hussen, Minister of response to connect people expe- ing on partnerships to deliver the Families, Children and Social De- riencing and at risk of homeless- housing they need to stay in our velopment and Minister respon- ness with homes and appropriate city. Thanks to innovative financ- sible for Canada Mortgage and supports to help them achieve ing, our partnership with Catalyst Housing Corporation (CMHC), housing stability. Community Developments Soci- alongside Marci Ien, Member of Delivered by CMHC, under ety will create 119 homes with Parliament for Toronto Centre, the National Housing Strategy Concept drawing of the Vancouver buidling. Pic: CMHC affordable rents.” John Tory, the Mayor of Toron- (NHS), RHI provides capital contributions to develop new, www.WeeklyVoice.com permanent affordable housing by (905) 795.0639 covering costs associated with modular multi-unit rental con- struction; conversion of non-res- idential to affordable multi-resi- dential homes; and, rehabilitation of buildings in disrepair and/or abandoned to affordable multi- residential homes. Investments made under the RHI are expected to support thousands of construc- tion-related jobs for Canadians from coast to coast to coast. Mayor John Tory said: “By creating new affordable support- ive homes such as these, we are making an investment that will result in healthier communities by moving people permanently out of homelessness and into safe, secure housing with all the supports needed to support their well-being. 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Cost of borrowing is $1,639.09 for a total obligation of $32,220.09 (with incentive). All-in finance includes freight and fees (PDE, EHF, OMVIC, fee and air condition tax, where applicable). HST, licensing, registration and insurance are extra. Dealer may sell for less. Vehicle must be purchased, registered and delivered by June 30, 2021. 3All-in price of a new 2021 Highlander XLE AWD (GZRBHT A) is $48,441. All-in price includes freight and fees (PDE, EHF, OMVIC fee and air condition tax, where applicable). HST, licensing, registration and insurance are extra. Dealer may sell for less. 4.39% lease APR on a new 2021 Highlander XLE AWD (GZRBHT A) for 48 months, equals 208 weekly payments of $115.72 with a $5,700 down payment or trade equivalent. Total lease obligation of $29,770.52 with incentive. All-in lease includes freight and fees (PDE, EHF, OMVIC fee and air condition tax, where applicable). HST, licensing, registration and insurance are extra. Dealer may lease for less. 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Dealer may sell for less. 4.49% lease APR on a new 2021 Camry SE FWD (G11AKT A) for 48 months, equals 208 weekly payments of $85.37 with a $2,200 down payment or trade equivalent. Total lease obligation of $19,956.02 with incentive. All-in lease includes freight and fees (PDE, EHF, OMVIC fee and air condition tax, where applicable). HST, licensing, registration and insurance are extra. Dealer may lease for less. Based on maximum of 80,000 km. Additional km charge of $0.10 for excess kilometres, if applicable. Vehicle must be leased, registered and delivered by June 30, 2021. 2.49% purchase finance APR on a new 2021 Camry SE FWD (G11AKT A) for 36 months equals a weekly payment of $207.42 for 156 weekly payments with a $0 down payment or trade equivalent. Cost of borrowing is $1,186.18 for a total obligation of $32,357.18 (with incentive). All-in finance includes freight and fees (PDE, EHF, OMVIC, fee and air condition tax, where applicable). HST, licensing, registration and insurance are extra. Dealer may sell for less. Vehicle must be purchased, registered and delivered by June 30, 2021. B-8 | Friday, June 25, 2021 Auto www.WeeklyVoice.com The Latest Volkswagen Fleet Vision: A Green 2021 Arteon ‘Big Sur’ Concept Volkswagen recently unveiled its latest addition to the 2021 En- thusiast Fleet family — a strik- ing, green-wrapped 2021 Arteon named after the scenic coastal area, Big Sur. Inspired by the unforgettable stretch of California coastline, the team wanted to create a head- turner that would capture the Ar- teon’s adventurous spirit and aerodynamic sleekness. Since arriving in 2019, the styl- ish fastback offers drivers the best of both worlds: the sporti- ness of a coupe with the space and flexibility of a midsize sedan. To draw attention to the flagship sedan, Volkswagen Enthusiast and Motorsport Marketing Spe- cialist Sean Maynard, Rory St- ‘I’m here!’” says Plasencia. “I’m really proud of the ramer and Gil Plasencia of FMS The California-based teams amount of detail and attention we Automotive, and Jason Whipple started out with a 2021 Urano put into it,” Plasencia says. “We at Rotiform designed this car. Gray Arteon SEL Premium R- took all the doors off the vehicle “The Arteon is a hidden gem in Line and changed the color us- – the hatch, the hood – and spent the Volkswagen line-up,” Plasen- ing a custom vinyl wrap. The a good 50 to 60 hours to ensure cia says. “It’s a top-of-the-line bold shade was inspired by an it was all perfect. Looking at a sedan that offers the elegance of all-green Golf R that Rotiform distance, it looks like it’s a paint a sports car, plus it includes all debuted at SEMA, the world’s job.” the features Volkswagen drivers leading auto aftermarket exhibi- The team executed the modifi- have come to know and love— tion, in 2019. cations in just under a month. Us- like Lane Assist, Car-Net [and] “It was more of an aesthetic ing a Voomeran Lower Valence fantastic braking and handling.” design makeover than a perfor- body kit as a foundation, Plasen- The goal was to incorporate an mance upgrade,” Stramer says. cia and Stramer designed custom eye-catching forest green wrap “We wanted to keep it in the front splitters, side pieces and a throughout the vehicle to show- boundaries of something some- spoiler to perfectly fit the vehicle. case the Arteon’s strong and styl- one could feasibly achieve and A coilover suspension was also ish body lines. Paired with gloss- ensure that someone who had the added to give the vehicle a stron- black, 20-inch Rotiform TUF-R means and interest in achieving ger, lower stance.[4] cast monoblock wheels and Con- this vehicle could.” “We brought it down an inch tinental Tire Extreme Contact The wrap was installed and a half, but it can actually go DWS 06 Plus 245/45 R20 tires, throughout the entire car – in- as far down as two and a half the look is both attractive and ag- cluding its interior door jambs inches,” Plasencia says. “Howev- gressive. and side body pieces – so when er, because of the car’s body kit, “We wanted the car to stop peo- the doors open, the color change it gives an illusion that the car is ple in their tracks, and announce, is still visible. actually lower than it is.” The Ultimate Range Rover: Sv Bespoke Warwickshire, UK: Land cluding power-closing rear doors. 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lease on Amazon Prime Video. A jay Devgn On Planting Aditya Kripalani’s ‘Not Today’ Trees: I Can Set The Honoured At Uk Asian Film Fest Example, Involve Kids Mumbai: Indie filmmaker Aditya Kripalani’s film “Not To- day” has been honoured at the re- cent UK Asian Film Festival. The film talking about suicide preven- tion has been awarded the Ray Of Hope Igniting Flame Commenda- tion 2021. The film starring Harsh Chhaya and Rucha Inamdar has also been officially selected for the Indian Film Festival of Stuttgart 2021. “It feels great to win the festi- val directors award because the UK along with India, has very high rates of suicide. Also akin to India, in the UK also 60 per cent of suicides are by men. So, I’m Aditya Kripalani. Pic: IANS glad the festival recognised the film and wrote to us saying they Ajay Devgn and son Yug planting a tree. Pic: IANS London. So, we get a cross sec- felt very strongly for it,” Kri- tions of audiences for the film,” Mumbai: Bollywood star possible. palani said. the filmmaker added. Ajay Devgn and his son Yug were “So many trees have fallen and “The UK Asian Film Festival is “Not Today talks about some- spotted last week planting trees I would like to request everyone special because your film stands how overcoming that strong urge in the city on Saturday, as part of to get involved. Just step outside on a platform with films from Sri to kill oneself, in that one mo- Mega Vriksha Campaign of Cam- your home and take care of trees Lanka, India, Pakistan and the ment. It talks about loneliness paign Brihanmumbai Municipal planted outside, water the trees UK itself along with many more and about how sometimes all one Corporation (BMC). and plant. If someone finds an op- countries. They also hold screen- needs is someone to listen at the Rucha Inamdar. Pic: IANS On why he had brought his son portunity to plant some saplings, ings across the UK and not just in right time,” he added. along, Ajay said: “I can only try please do so. It would be great for and set an example. I want every- the entire nation, world and uni- one including all the kids to get verse,” Ajay summed up. involved in this initiative. Things Actor Vatsal Sheth, and film- will not change just because I am maker Anusha Srinivasan Iyer doing it, they will change when were also part of the campaign, everyone gets involved. I can cre- among others. ate awareness about it.” Ajay has a slew of new films Ajay and Yug planted saplings scheduled to release this year and watered them in the Juhu and next. These include: Mayday locality. While the actor was (2022), Gobar (2022), Golmaal dressed in a black T-shirt teamed 5 (2021), Maidaan (2021), RRR with black pants, Yug sported a (2021), Gangubai Kathiawadi comfy white T-shirt and black (2021), Chanakya (2021), The pants. Big Bull (2021), Bhuj: The Pride The actor urged people to start Of India (2021), Kaithi Remake taking care of trees in any way (2021) Scene from the award-winning film ‘Not Today’. Pic: IANS B-10 | Friday, June 25, 2021 bollywood www.WeeklyVoice.com Juhi Wears T-Shirt With Kangana: If You Never Loved Animals, You Slogan ‘Show Me Data’ Have Some Serious Growing Up To Do Mumbai: Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut is an ardent ani- mal lover and an environmental- ist, going by her latest post on social media. The actress posted a picture petting a horse on Tues- day morning on Instagram sto- ries. She tagged the horse as her “friend”. She wrote on the image: “This morning with my friend. If you never loved animals like your own or felt trees bleed when chopped in pieces then you have some serious growing up to do.” Kangana has been regularly go- Juni Chawla - 5G ‘activist’. Pic: Instagram/IANS ing horse riding in her hometown Mumbai: Bollywood actress A few days after that, Juhi had in Himachal Pradesh, going by Juhi Chawla took to social media shared a video on social media the pictures she shares on social on Tuesday to flaunt a T-shirt that where, speaking in Hindi and media and was even seen riding a reads: “Show me the data”. English, she said: “...We are not horse for the film “Manikarnika: Sharing a photograph of herself against 5G... All we are asking is The Queen Of Jhansi”, which re- meditating in her garden wearing that the authorities certify that 5G leased in 2019. the T-shirt, the actress wrote in is safe. Currently she awaits the re- an Instagram post: “I believe... in “Please certify it and publish lease of her film “Dhaakad”. The Truth and Simplicity, I believe... your studies and research made film is touted as a spy thriller that in my country, my India.” on this on the public domain so casts Kangana as Agent Agni. Ar- Earlier this month, Delhi High that we get rid of this fear of ours. jun Rampal plays the antagonist Kangna Ranaut with a horse. Pic: Instagram/IANS Court had dismissed the actress’ We just want to know that it is Rudraveer. The Razneesh Razy lawsuit against setting up of 5G safe for children, for pregnant Ghai directorial is slated to re- Kangana is the recipient of Celebrity 100 list. In 2020, the wireless networks in the country, women, for unborn children, for lease on October 1. several awards, including four Government of India honoured and also imposed a fine of Rs 20 people who are old, infirm, for Apart from “Dhaakad”, Kan- National Film Awards and four her with the Padma Shri, the lakh for the abuse of the process flora and fauna. That is all we are gana’s upcoming roster includes Filmfare Awards, and she has fea- country’s fourth highest civilian of law. asking.” “Thalaivi” and “Tejas”. tured six times in Forbes India’s award. Sunny Leone Has ‘No Siddhaant: Lockdown Has Been Tough Mumbai: Actor Siddhaant Vir Surryavanshi, who is seen Time To Be Blue’ playing the role of Kuldeep in the Mumbai: Bollywood actress show “Kyun Rishton Mein Katti Sunny Leone looks pretty in blue Batti”, says that while his family in a series of new pictures she bonded well during lockdown, posted on social media. he wishes that things get normal In the images uploaded on Ins- soon, so his children can connect tagram, Sunny wears high-waist- with outside world again. ed sky blue pants paired with a The actor, who is a father of matching crop top. She completes two, talks about fatherhood has the look with blue danglers, white been for him so far. stilettos and subtle make-up. “Staying at home in this lock- “No time to be blue!!!” she down period has not been easy wrote as the caption, referring to for anyone and for kids, it has the fact that although her attire is been even more difficult. After a blue, her mood is far from sullen. point of time, my kids were not Siddhaant Vir Surryavanshi and family. Pic: IANS The actress currently co-hosts happy as they were under con- the youth-based reality show stant surveillance and couldn’t do “While I enjoy spending time Zindagi Kay” and “Bhagyavid- “Splitsvilla” with Rannvijay much mischief because, at home, with them, I hope all the schools haata” is now back to work. Singha on television. Her upcom- I am relatively strict with them. re-open soon as I would really “In the past few months, I had ing roster includes the psycho- During the lockdown, we got want my kids to connect with the the feeling that my kids were logical thriller “Shero” and the a chance to spend quality time outside real world. Personally, I tired of seeing me, they would thriller series “Anamika”. Sunny with each other wherein we also am not in favour of online school- keep asking me when I would also has a role in the period dra- divided the responsibilities of ing and wouldn’t want this gener- resume shooting so that they can ma film “The Battle Of Bheema the house with our kids. I believe ation to lose the human touch that get back to being their mischie- Koregaon”. they have learnt a lot in the pro- life needs. The last one and a half vous selves. (laughs). Now that I Sunny’s movies in the pipe- cess and in fact, now they know year that has been lost to the pan- am often busy shooting for ‘Kyun line include ‘Shero’, Directed how to cook well,” said the actor. demic is what I worry about the Rishton Mein Katti Batti’, I do by Sreejith Vijayan, ‘Anamika’ The actor emphasized on the most, but I am sure once things miss spending time with them. I Directed by Vikram Bhatt, ‘Ran- importance of being connected resume, they will be eager to go can proudly say that fatherhood geela’, Directed by Santhosh with the outside world, which to school,” he says. is one of the best things that has Nair and ‘Veeramahadevi’ Di- Sunny Leone. hasn’t happened for the children Siddhaant, who has earlier been happened to me,” shares the ac- rected by Vadivudaiyan. Pic: Instagram/IANS in a long time. part of shows such as “Kasautii tor, whose show airs on Zee Tv.

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Arjun Rampal in the ‘Dakkad’ look. Pic: Instagram/IANS Don’t forget to check us out at Mumbai: Bollywood actor and @razylivingtheblues to re- www.WeeklyVoice.com Arjun Rampal flaunts platinum alise that dream. #Dhaakad #lets- Pick Your Copies From Transit and South Asian Stores blonde hair in his new Instagram beginagain,” wrote Arjun. post. The look is for the upcom- Commenting on Arjun’s post, ing Kanagana Ranaut-starrer fans expressed that the actor is “Dhaakad” that casts Arjun as the looking “hot” in his new avatar antagonist Rudraveer. and suggested the look might Arjun credited hairstylist Aa- even set a trend! lim Hakim for creating his new Apart from the spy thriller film look. The actor also left a mes- “Dhaakad”, Arjun will also fea- sage for Razneesh Ghai, director ture in the historical drama “The of “Dhaakad”. Battle Of Bhima Koregaon”. The “A challenging part in a film, Ramesh Thete directorial features www.weeklyvoice.com needs me to push the envelope. Arjun as the warrior Sidhnak Ma- Thank you my brother @aalim- har Inamdar. Sunny Leone makes Toronto Tel: (905) 795 8282 hakim for helping me create that an appearance in the film, too. www.WeeklyVoice.com Bollywood Friday, June 25, 2021 | B-11 ‘Sherni’ : Slow-Burn, But Not Very Satisfying Sherni (film on Amazon Prime); professor named Noorani (Vijay than showing a slice of fiction. Cast: Vidya Balan, Sharat Sax- Raaz), who is also a DNA expert “Sherni” is Masurkar’s third ena, Vijay Raaz, Mukul Chadda, and is willing pitch in to identify feature release and incidentally Brijendra Kala, Neeraj Kabi, the killer beast. An amateur hunt- the first one he hasn’t written. Ila Arun; direction: Amit V. Ma- er from an influential royal clan The script and screenplay by surkar; Rating: * * * (three stars) (Sharat Saxena) on the other hand Aastha Tiku, however, bears is keen to shoot down the Tiger. the stamp of Masurkar’s earlier By Vinayak Chakravorty Vidya herself is juggling be- works -- “Sulemani Keeda” and tween tension at work and a long- “Newton” – in the way the film “Sherni” tackles several di- distance marriage, what with never goes over the top even in verse issues. The film is as much her husband (Mukul Chadda) in the most dramatic of scenes. about sexism in the ‘sarkari’ Mumbai. Her immediate senior Vidya Balan spearheads an in- workplace offices as it is about at work (Brijendra Kala) doesn’t credible cast that lives up to its rapid erosion of forest land and give a damn about the state of af- billing. For Vidya, “Sherni” is a the threat to wildlife in the name Vidya Balam in her new film ‘Sherni’ - Pic: IANS fairs, and a former senior (Neeraj among her most effortless por- of development. It is about In- Kabi) she meets in the course of trayals. She gets minimum lines dia’s apathetic ‘babu’ culture as a climax that hardly leaves a last- Vidya Balan as Vidya Vincent, the case would rather be of ser- and plays out Vidya Vincent with well as the self-seeking rich and ing impact. a well-intentioned forest officer. vice to the influential class in the understated ease. The film is not mighty who thrive at the expense “Sherni” lacks the element of We see all that goes in the story area than look for solutions. wholly convincing while imagin- of nature. There is the political surprise that made Masurkar’s on through her eyes, which lets The identity of the killer beast ing Vidya as a woman in a position class, forever waiting to turn any- earlier film “Newton” an out- us understand the malaise at the is established as a tigress with two of power caught in a patriarchal thing and everything to their ad- standing effort. grassroots level from the perspec- cubs. Vidya and Noorani feel the set-up. Her bigger challenge than vantage. The film allots a fleeting Although the two films high- tive of the protagonist. beast needn’t be killed. It could tracking down the killer tigress is jibe at news television, too, and light different issues, “Newton” Forest officer Vidya hits the be relocated at the nearby na- obviously dealing with a system its incessant fetish for sensation- and “Sherni” find a likeness in ground running, because no soon- tional park. But there are enough that is reluctant to function or let alism. their heartland India setting as er has she joined work, a man is people of power with vested in- her function. You get the feeling It is all very well put together well as the focus on a lackadaisi- reported to be killed by a tiger. terests who would benefit if the while watching the film that the with slow-burn impact, as the nar- cal system that ignores the prob- More kills follow and the tension tigress died. problem isn’t necessarily related rative gradually builds the drama lems they are meant to address. in the area escalates. The villag- Masurkar’s treatment of the to deepseated patriarchy. A young around the story of a tiger hunt. Masurkar’s storytelling idiom is ers are upset as they cannot take plot is strikingly authentic. The male protagonists trying to do his Yet, fascinated as you are watch- different this time. If “Newton” their cattle out grazing in the for- cinematography (Rakesh Hari- job amidst a system that’s rotting ing a world that’s constantly drove home its message with bit- est. The local political bigwig as- das) and dialogues (Yashaswi would face the same woes. If the fending against peculiar conflicts, ing satire, “Sherni” sees the film- sures them the tiger will be killed, Mishra and Masurkar) create problem magnifies for Vidya Vin- Amit V. Masurkar’s film and its maker stick to straightforward and his rival wastes no time in a milieu that the film, for most cent as a woman, the film some- issues come across as vaguely fa- narration. inciting the locals over political parts, seems like it was docu- how doesn’t fully succeed in con- miliar, and push the story towards At the core of the story is neglect. Vidya gets the help of a menting real-life footage rather veying as much. Varun Asks Fans To Suggest Tahira Announces New Book ‘The Name For His New ‘Boy’ 7 Sins Of Being A Mother’ Mumbai: Author and film- maker Tahira Kashyap Khurrana announced her next book “The 7 Sins of Being a Mother” on Fa- ther’s Day. Tahira, who is married to ac- tor Ayushmann Khurrana, took to Instagram to announce her fifth book. Posting pictures of herself jumping with joy showcasing her laptop screen, Tahira revealed the title of her second book penned during the pandemic. Varun Dhawan and his new ‘boy’/ Pic: Instagram/IANS The author said, “I love dads Mumbai: Actor Varun Dhawan embraced “fatherhood”, introduc- (mine and my kids’)- but on Fa- ing his “boy” to his Instagram followers and asking them to help him ther’s Day I want to share some with a name. Varun was referring to his new pet dog. He posted a video special news about my new clip where he is seen playing with the pup. He confessed not being book!! It’s sinful and hopefully able to name the dog yet. delightful... “FATHERHOOD. Still haven’t been able to name my boy. Help me “It’s called... THE 7 SINS OF out,” Varun wrote as the caption. Actress Sonakshi Sinha commented BEING A MOTHER!! Swipe to Ananya Panday Pic: Instagram/IANS on the picture: “Omg!!! Whats his naaaaame????” Actress Nushr- see my calmness about it. #new- ratt Bharuccha simply wrote: “Awww.” Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar said book #comingsoon #author @ ing A Woman’ last year, which like “Cracking The Code: My she wants to meet him: “When am I meeting him?” Action star Tiger juggernaut.in.” received an exceptional response Journey in Bollywood”, “Souled Shroff found the video “so cute”. Actress Jacqueline Fernandes wrote: Tahira had launched her fourth from the audience. Out” and “The 12 Command- “That’s it! I’m arranging playdates with my cats and him!” book ‘12 Commandments of Be- Earlier, she has authored books ments of Being a woman”. On the work front, Varun will be seen in the film “Jug Jugg Jeeyo”, also starring Anil Kapoor, Neetu Kapoor and Kiara Advani. ‘Haseen Dillruba’ Rafting Scenes Came With A Lot Of Challenges: Director

Poster of the film ‘Haseen Dilruba’. Pic: Instagram/IANS Mumbai: Filming the raft- onto the raft. The DOP and I car- ing scenes in the Taapse Pannu- ried portable cameras and got into starrer “Haseen Dillruba” came the raft to shoot the actors our- with its set of challenges, says the selves. Holding the camera with film’s director Vinil Mathew. one hand and our lives with the The film is set in a small town other, we shot the scene as the raft by the river and rafting plays an dangerously tossed and turned. It integral part of the story. Mathew was a fun crazy day, at the end of said shooting amidst the rapids which we were fully drenched!” meant they could not load heavy Mathew recalled. camera equipment in the raft. “Haseen Dillruba”, featuring “We had to shoot a rafting scene Taapsee with Vikrant Massey and in a fast-moving rapid river. Since Harshvardhan Rane, is slated to we could not carry heavy cameras release on Netflix on July 2. B-12 | Friday, June 25, 2021 bollywood www.WeeklyVoice.com Multiplexes Face Same Fate Of Single Screen By Vinod Mirani being graded by the audience as family property disputes. well. The ones with high ticket Are the multiplex properties Film and television production rates, located in upmarket areas, going the same way as the single has come to a halt throughout In- and, most of all, managed by a screens? Looking at how things dia due to the second lockdown. big-name reputed chain scored stand now, let alone growth, the The production sector will bounce over others. Another factor that very survival seems impossible back soon as the things are back worked against the multiplexes, for a lot of them. To add to their to normal But what happens to unlike the single screen cinemas, problems is the boom of OTT the multiplex cinema properties was that they milched a big star platforms. The release of the ma- that sprang up like wild mush- film to the last drop in shortest jor film, Salman Khan’s “Radhe” rooms all over the country? of periods. Multiple shows at on Zeeplex can set a trend that Now that is a tough situation enhanced admission rates were can mean a deathly blow to the there. The first multiplex at Saket, played together in all the neigh- multiplex business. (The next big Delhi, came up in 1997, owned Multiplexs in dire trouble. Pic: IANS bouring cinemas accounting for film, “Sooryavanshi”, is expected by the PVR group. The 20th cen- that is the bunching of as many as business, it had also driven away anything like 60 to 75 screenings to follow the OTT route with the tury was nearing its end, and the 40 screens on Pune’s Magarpatta the masses -- the compulsive per day. To their peril, there were release date of August 15). 21st century promised to be the area. At least two properties have moviegoers -- who had to catch a few takers for a film after the The best in business have ex- era of multiplexes. Not only the more than 10 screens! new film on its opening day, pref- opening weekend! hausted their reserves, are deep big corporate houses, investors As the existing chains went erably, the first show. The admis- Compare this to the single into new debts of borrowings and even foreign companies en- on adding to their screens, a lot sion rates were out of their reach. screen era. There was this system from the open market. Monthly tered this exhibition trade. There many independent entrepreneurs Watching cinema at a multiplex of a main cinema, which would outgoing vary from Rs 35 crore to was no bases or logic in the build- who made money in other busi- had a snob value now. Everything be located at the centre of a city 45 crore. This has not only caused up to the multiplex rise. nesses started investing in multi- about it was pricey, from pop- and a limited number of cinemas depletion of reserves but also led Instead of catering to the cap- plex properties. corn to colas. But, even among (say, 18 to 20) spread over rest of to liquidating personal stakes to tive movie watchers in one local- One of the reasons for the early multiplex cinemas, a sort of the city and its suburbs, to cater raise monies to keep the proper- ity, around which the cinema was multiplex rush was the favour- apartheid was created. Like, one to the local population around it. ties business ready. built, the multiplexes in many able sops available to them from or two screens in a cinema prop- That way, every cinema house Cinepolis, a late entrant in the places came up in close proximity the governments in the form of erty were given special tags and, had its regular and loyal audi- Indian exhibition trade, is said of each other vying for the same tax holidays and such. While this hence, higher admission rates. ence. And all cinemas ran just to have called it quits in the in- local viewer and thereby creating led to the growth of multiplex And there were those who would four shows per day. That gave a ternational exhibition trade.. a competition for each other. screens, on the flip side it caused not be seen taking in a movie in film longer run and steady box Carnival cinemas has not been In fact, having four to five and, the downfall of the business of any other screen but the costli- office. able to stick to its commitments in many cases, even many more single screens. Single screens had est one! Then there were cinemas So, what has happened to these to the landlords. E Square cin- screens in a single property was no such benefits like the multi- where the last one or two rows single screen cinemas? Most of emas, has palmed of all but two creating competition for itself. plex properties. Too add to that, of back seats were priced doubly them are in ruins. Some have of their 49 screens, the two which But to have as many as 15 screens the novelty of the multiplex ex- from rest of the rows. These were gulped their pride and converted they owned are given on long within a kilometre was unviable. perience was a lure for the mov- meant for college students and into storage depots or parking lease. SRS Cinema chain with 56 The multiple screens became iegoer. other couples! lots while those still standing are screens in 20 properties across 15 a norm. Mumbai’s Link Road in Multiplex cinema had not only There was a multiplex and there looking for an alternate use of cities, was in trouble even before Andheri is one example. To beat driven the single screens out of was a multiplex. Soon, they were premise. Also, some are stuck in the lockdown loomed. Akshita Finds Airport Pavan Malhotra, Zoya Hussain Talk Of Proposals ‘So Romantic’ Playing Father-Daughter In ‘Grahan’ Mumbai: Pavan Malhotra and Zoya Hussain have opened up on playing father and daughter in the upcoming web series “Gra- han”. In the series inspired by author Satya Vyas’ popular book “Chaurasi”, Pavan and Zoya come together as Gursevak and his daughter, IPS Officer Amrita Singh. “A father always puts his child’s interest before his own and Gursevak is no different. I have portrayed the role of a fa- ther many times in my career, but this role stands apart because of the moving relationship between Gursevak and his daughter Am- rita. “Through the series, their re- lationship evolves and changes drastically because of the grave Zoya and Pavan in ‘Grhan’. Pic: IANS allegations that are put against Gursevak. What remains to be ence, and portraying the role of constantly observing and explor- Akshita Mudgal. Pic: IANS seen is whether the father-daugh- his daughter gave me the oppor- ing.” The series also features An- tunity to work closely with him, shuman Pushkar, Wamiqa Gabbi, Mumbai: Akshita Mudgal, ing and thrilling. We have loved ter relationship will survive the and experience so much in the Teekam Joshi and Sahidur Rah- who plays the lead role of Ishqi shooting for this sequence,” says test of intense investigation, or process. man in pivotal roles. in the show “Ishq Par Zor Nahi”, Akshita. will the consequences harm their “In front of the camera, we “Grahan” has been directed by says her dream proposal would be Talking about how the two bond,” said Pavan. shared a father-daughter rela- Ranjan Chandel, with Shailendra one made at the airport. characters have developed in the Zoya added: “I thoroughly en- tionship and off screen it was Jha as the showrunner. The eight- In the show, the male protagan- show, Akshita says the audience joyed working with Pavan Mal- an extension of the refinement episode series is slated to release ist Ahaan has finally realised his has been anticipating their love hotra, both on and off the screen. of professional actors who were on June 24 on Disney+ Hotstar. love for Ishqi and is set to confess story. He comes with so much experi- his feelings for her. “Ahaan has finally made his “Every girl dreams of receiving feelings clear to Ishqi. It’s lovely ‘You Are Our World’ Says Shilpa To Raj a memorable proposal from her to see both show their vulnerable beau. It’s one of the nicest mo- side to each other. The audience Mumbai: Bollywood actress daughter Samisha and son Viaan social media that would help re- ments in her life. Personally, I feel have waited for this moment, Shilpa Shetty Kundra took to so- Raj. lieve pent up stress and anxiety. airport proposals are so romantic. and we have been inundated with cial media on Sunday to share a “Dearest Cookie, To the world In her video on Instagram, Shil- We have grown up watching them messages from fans who want special message for hubby Raj you are just a father .. but to our pa performs the Parsva Sukhasa- in movies as well, where the hero to know if they will end up with Kundra to mark Father’s Day. family you are our World. Our na. “Sometimes, one needs to goes to any length to make his each other in the long term,” says Taking to Instagram, Shilpa children Viaan- Raj and Sami- start their week on a calm and feelings known to the ladylove of the actress, of her role and show shared a photograph of Raj, who sha are so fortunate to have you quiet note. his life. To experience this in real that airs on Sony Entertainment she fondly calls Cookie, taking in their life. Thankyou for being “Today, I practiced the Parsva life, too, must be equally excit- Television. bath in a swimming pool with in our lives and being the bestest Sukhasana. It helps relieve the PAPA in the world @rajkundra9 pent up stress and anxiety that #love #happyfathersday #grati- gradually affects the immune www.WeeklyVoice.com tude #unconditionallove #happi- system and one’s overall health. (905) 795.0639 ness #family,” the actress wrote. Physically, it helps stretch the Shilpa, who is also a yoga en- neck, shoulders, obliques, and thusiast, suggested an asana on back,” the actress revealed.

Pick Your Copies From Transit and South Asian Stores Every Friday Shilpa’s husnband Raj and their kids. Pic: Instagram/IANS www.WeeklyVoice.com bollywood Friday, June 25, 2021 | B-13 Twinkle Khanna Gives Shalin Helps Mumbai Sex Workers, A Glimpse Of Her Says Women Solicit For Rs 50 Mumbai: Television actor ‘Upside Down’ World Shalin Bhanot is trying to help sex workers in Mumbai’s red light area Kamathipura, who find it hard to make ends meet during the ongoing second wave of the pandemic. The actor on Tuesday revealed the shocking truth that there are women in the who solicit for as low as Rs 50. The “Naagin 4” actor took to Instagram to talk about his social and said he is inspired by Bolly- wood actor Sonu Sood. In a video Shalin shared, he can be seen handing out masks and other essentials to sex workers Shalin Bhanot meets Kamathipura women.. Pic: Instagram/IANS standings in a queue. In another video, the actor is seen having a he wrote on his Instagram handle. leave, some women ran up to conversation with Kamathipura “I did my research & learnt me, their eyes moist, they tied residents who express gratitude. how our red light area wasn’t for- their dupatta for a mask, they “I suddenly fell desolate & be- tunate enough to get anyone’s at- joined hands & I haven’t felt this reft as my car made way into the tention. hopeless in the longest time. I’ll tiny lanes of Mumbai’s damned “I got through one social work- try my best but I also need you Kamathipura. er from the area. When he men- guys to come forward & help me. Twinkle Khanna in her unique world. Pic: Instagram/IANS “During the second lockdown, tioned women solicit themselves I’m genuinely looking for sug- for as low as Rs. 50. I was numb. gestions. Can we try to save our Mumbai: Actress-author captions, wrote: “Sometimes you I felt restless & wanted to put my I wanted to get people together, women?” the actor wrote urging Twinkle Khanna treated fans to a have to be upside down to see this able self to greater good. There raise funds for them but they al- netizens to come forward for the fun picture with a witty caption. right side up. #babatwinkledev”. is no dearth of generosity & hu- ways say, lead by example. So I cause. The actress, who recently cel- Twinkle often gives fans a manity in this era we all call Kal- did whatever little I could. Learnt On the work front, Shalin is set ebrated her mother Dimple Kapa- glimpse of her family time. From yug. There are civilians moving about their immediate needs & to make his OTT debut with the dia’s birthday, posted a picture on getting face painted by daughter moutains & helping the needy. tried to help about a 100 fami- web series “Inspector Avinash” her Instagram account where she Nitara, to pictures of holiday with Also emerged a massiah in @ lies,” the actor added. starring Randeep Hooda and Ur- is seen relaxing on the couch, but husband, actor Akshay Kumar, sonu_sood bhaiya who inspired “When I was just about to take vashi Rautela. upside down. the actress keeps fans regularly us to walk the less traveled path,” Twinkle, known for her funny updated! Kriti Sanon Hints ‘Paani Paani’ Crosses ‘Dear Comrade’ Hindi At Finding ‘The Dub Crosses 250M Views One’ For Her 100M Views On YouTube Hyderabad: The Hindi She claims the Bharath Kamma dubbed version of the Vijay directorial will always be close ‘Fragile’ Heart I could never re- Deverakonda-starrer Telugu to her heart. “ Mumbai: Bollywood actress blockbuster “Dear ally say this anywhere but ‘Dear Comrade” Kriti Sanon has shared her ro- Comrade’ till date has very spe- has crossed 250 million views mantic mood on social media. cial place in my heart. The prepa- on YouTube, and the film’s lead Kriti shared a cute video on Insta- actress Rashmika Mandanna is ration, the people, the shooting gram where she, along with sister naturally elated. process, the experiences and the Nupur Sanon, can be seen making “The fact that the Hindi dubbed people mean so much to me. I funny facial expressions sitting in version of the film has crossed don’t think I can put it in words.” a moving car while the popular 250 million views on YouTube is She adds: “Every time I watch Hemant Kumar song “Hai apna no surprise because I think it de- a song or something from that dil to awara” plays in the back- serves it. It’s a story of the people film it makes me tear up and I ground. and it’s genuine and our audience mean this in the most positive In the video, Kriti wears a t t is extremely heart- can see it. I way possible.” shirt that reads: “Fragile, handle warming to see audiences all over Rashmika will soon make her with care”. Captioning her video, the country shower their love on Bollywood debut in “Mission the actress wrote: “My ‘Fragile’ The actress will also be the film. ‘Dear Comrade’ has giv- Majnu”. heart is safe with her till it finds seen in the Amitabh Bachchan- Badshah and Aastha’s ‘Paani Paani] poster. Pic: IANS en me so much as an actor and as the one! @nupursanon.” a person,” gushed Rashmika. starrer “Goodbye”. The Mumbai monsoons have Mumbai: The music video ten and composed by Badshah certainly had a “romantic” impact of rapper Badshah and singer and recorded in the voices of the E kta Kapoor Was Called on B-Town’s leading ladies! Re- Aastha Gill’s latest track “Paani rapper and Aastha Gill. cently, Kangana Ranaut shared paani’’, featuring Bollywood The music video marks Bad- that the Mumbai rains have left star Jacqueline Fernandez, has shah’s second collaboration with ‘Poster Girl Of Misfortune’ her in a romantic mood and she crossed a 100-million views on Jacqueline again “Genda Phool”. yearned for the person meant for YouTube. “The process of making Paani her to show up. Kangana took The song dropped on June 8, Paani and shooting it was a beau- During ‘Udta Punjab’ Time to her Instagram Story to share and currently has 10,41,82,793 tiful journey. When Aastha (Gill) a beautiful photograph of herself views and has 1.7 million likes on and I recorded the song, we knew lost in thoughts. “Nothing’s more the video streaming website. that we had something unique romantic than Mumbai rains, but The video was shot across pic- in our hands, and I only wanted single people can just daydream. turesque locales in Jaisalmer and Jacqueline to be a part of it,” Who is meant Did for me please you show seehas been in the trending list on Badshah had earlier said, on cast- up na,” she captioned her photo YouTube ever since release. ing the Bollywood actress in the along within red the heart emojis! paper...The peppy track has been writ- video.

the hardware store is having I’ve got a huge Home two rooms Ekta Kapoor - celebrating ‘Udta Pumjab’. Pic:IANS to paint. Mumbai: Ekta Kapoor, one stuck at d censors! Five flops n Improvement of the producers of the 2016 film being called ‘poster girl of mis- Sale? “Udta Punjab”, took to social me- fortune’ by my fav director. I dia on Thursday to celebrate five think d only professional high years of the film’s release date. point was d love #udtapunjab Ekta recalled the amount of got! Even after the madness to d stress she had to go through with release. Community Newspapers the film being leaked online and “ A movie that weaved stories awaiting clearance from the Cen- of many and dropped brutal truth tral Board of Film Certification bombs. Celebrating #5YearsO- Your Local Social Network (CBFC) and being called the fUdtaPunjab,” Ekta wrote on In- “poster girl of misfortune”. stagram. “Censor issues n then the film The Abhishek Chaubey-direc- THE WEEKLY VOICE leaked! D maximum stress I had torial starred Alia Bhatt, Kareena was that year! Second film that Kapoor Khan, Shahid Kapoor leaked was a month later!! Both and Diljit Dosanjh in lead roles. B-14 | Friday, June 25, 2021 www.WeeklyVoice.com www.WeeklyVoice.com zaika Friday, June 25, 2021 | B-15 Fennel, Orange & Avocado Salad - Fresh & Refreshing

Kernel Popcorn Balls - For The Coming Holiday Months

A great salad for the summer, with fennel, orange and avocado. Pic: NewsCanada

(NC) Trade in your “meh” • 60 mL (¼ cup) basil leaves, Preparation greens for avocado, fennel chopped 1. For the vinaigrette, mix and orange in this salad with a • 60 mL (¼ cup) chives, ingredients and season with salt crunchy and zingy dressing that minced and pepper. guarantees excitement to counter • 60 mL (¼ cup) toasted pump- 2. Mix basil, chives, palate fatigue. The lean dressing kin seeds, chopped pumpkin seeds, olive oil and lem- will complement this refreshing • 30 mL (2 tbsp) olive oil on zest and season with salt and and salad seamlessly, making it • Zest of 1 lemon pepper. perfect for a lunch on the go or • Salt and pepper 3. Arrange oranges, fen- with summer barbecues. • Labneh or thick yogurt (for nel and avocado slices on a serv- Cook time: 5 minutes garnish) ing plate. Drizzle with lemon Serves: 4 Lemon and grainy mustard vin- and grainy mustard vinaigrette, Ingredients: aigrette garnish with dollops of labneh • 1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced • 60 mL (¼ cup) olive oil or strained yogurt and top with Kernel popcorn balls.. Pic: NewsCanada • 2 oranges, peeled with a knife • 15 mL (1 tbsp) grainy mus- herbs and toasted pumpkin seeds. and sliced tard Tip: You can also grill the fen- (NC) Just because entertaining • 15 drops green food col- • 2 avocados from Mexico, • Zest and juice of 1 lemon nel drizzled with olive oil in the is looking a little different this oring peeled, pitted and sliced • Salt and pepper oven. Seasoned salt and pepper. year doesn’t mean holiday tradi- • Coarse coloured sugar tions need to suffer too. Keep the and candy canes or gum drops, festive spirit alive with these pop- optional corn ornaments and make new Directions: Raw Banana & Potato Cutlet traditions. 1. Spray large bowl, rubber Raw Banana Potato Cutlet - A Baking with popcorn makes spatula and piece of waxed paper delicious mix of raw bananas and everything more fun. Popcorn with cooking spray; set aside. potatoes make these cutlets spe- based treats are perfect for a spe- Pop microwavable popcorn per cial..- Raw Banana Cutlets with cial occasion, and you can deco- package directions. Remove all potatoes taste sumptuous. You rate them however you’d like. un-popped kernels and place half can have them ready in just 30 These holiday balls can eas- of popped corn (about 8 cups/2 L) minutes. So, here’s an easy breezy ily be switched for any holiday in bowl. recipe for a perfect teatime snack. you’re celebrating by swapping 2. Place 2 cups (500 mL) They’re nutritious too. out the candy cane and changing marshmallows and 2 tablespoons This is a Sanjeev Kapoor ex- up the colours. (30 mL) butter in microwave-safe clusive recipe. Also, Orville Redenbacher but- bowl; microwave on high for 45 Ingredients: tery microwaveable popcorn has seconds or until marshmallows • Raw bananas boiled, peeled no artificial colours, flavours, melt and mixture blends when and mashed 3 medium or preservatives so you can feel stirred. Stir in food colouring. • Potatoes boiled, peeled and Banana and Potato Cutlet. Pic:Sanjeev Kapoor good about sharing it with your 3. Pour marshmallow mix- grated 2 medium family. ture over popped corn in bowl. • Onion finely chopped 1 me- Put bananas and potatoes in a kis. Prep time: 5 minutes Toss with greased rubber spatula dium mixing bowl and mix well. Step 5 Cook time: 30 minutes to coat. Divide mixture and shape • Dried mango powder 1 tsp Step 2 Heat oil in a non-stick pan. Serves: 12 into six balls. Place on waxed pa- • Garam masala powder 1 tsp Add onion, amchoor pow- Step 6 Ingredients: per. • Salt to taste der, garam masala powder, salt, Roll the tikkis in the bread- • No-stick cooking spray 4. Decorate with coarse • Red chilli powder 1 teaspoon red chilli powder and coriander crumb-semolina mixture and • 1 bag (82 g) Orville Re- sugar and candy canes or gum • Fresh coriander leaves finely leaves and mix well. shallow-fry them in the hot oil denbacher buttery microwave- drops, if desired. Repeat above chopped 1 tablespoon Step 3 till they become crisp and golden able popcorn steps with remaining popped • Bread crumbs dried 1/2 cup Put breadcrumbs and semolina on both the sides. Drain on absor- • 4 cups (1 L) miniature corn, marshmallows and butter to • Semolina (rawa/suji) 1/2 cup in a plate, mix well and spread. bent paper. marshmallows, divided make uncoloured popcorn balls. • Oil to shallow fry Step 4 Step 7 • 1/4 cup (60 mL) butter, Decorate with sugar and candy, if Method Divide the banana mixture into Arrange them on a serving divided desired. Step 1 equal portions and shape into tik- plate and serve hot. Tune in to Radio Voice 101.3 FM To know latest News, Views, Discussions, Traffic Updates,Live Phone-ins and lots more!! Monday to Friday 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM B-16 | Friday, June 25, 2021 auto www.WeeklyVoice.com

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