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Services Expanded For Trafficking Victims, page 5 Visit The Great Trails & Wildlife At Aylmer, page 6 Toronto Issues Inaugural Social Bond, page 9 Canada Loses Bid For UNSC Seat; India Elected Trudeau Speaks NEW YORK: India won the Canada lost its high-profile bid ond consecutive failed quest for two non-permanent Asian mem- With Modi United Nations Security Coun- for one of the two seats available Canada. The former Conserva- bers and replacing Indonesia. OTTAWA/NEW DELHI: Indi- cil elections as a non-permanent for Western Europe and Others tive government lost its bid for This will be India’s eighth stint an Prime Minister Narendra Modi member from the Asia-Pacific category. Norway and Ireland the seat in 2010 to Portugal. on the Council. spoke on phone on Tuesday with, category getting 184 votes out won the seats, with 130 and 128 In a campaign document, In- Running unopposed for the Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. of 192. India was standing un- votes, respectively. Canada won dia had laid out a “5S” approach seat for Latin American and The leaders updated each other opposed from the Asia-Pacific 108 votes, of Samman (Respect), Samvad Caribbean countries, Mexico about the evolving situation re- block. India ran on a platform of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (Dialogue), Sahyog (Coopera- won with 187 votes. For Africa, lated to the COVID-19 pandemic fighting terrorism and having a had frequently billed the seat as tion) Shanti (Peace) and Sam- neither Kenya nor Djibouti re- in their countries, and also dis- commitment to multilateralism an avenue for Canada to exert riddi (Prosperity). India will be- ceived a two-thirds majority and cussed the possibilities of interna- and an equitable international greater influence on the world gin a two-year term on January a runoff is to be held later. tional collaboration to address the system. stage.The loss marks the sec- 1 joining Vietnam as one of the See PM’s statement, page 3 health and economic crisis. They agreed that the India-Can- ada partnership can be a force for good in the post-COVID world, including for advancing humani- More Businesses & Services In tarian values in the global dis- course. The leaders emphasized the need to strengthen multilateral institutions including the WHO, Ontario Set For Reopening and agreed to work closely to- gether at international fora. Modi warmly appreciated the Positive Trends Seen In Public Health Indicators; Peel Still Not Ready For Stage 2 assistance extended by Canada to Indian citizens in Canada, and TORONTO: More people will • Lambton Health Unit; for facilitating their repatriation be able to get back to work as ad- • Niagara Region Public to India. ditional businesses and services Health Department; and in certain regions across Ontario • York Region Public Health can begin reopening this Friday Services. (June 19). These regions are in addition to The Ontario government, the 24 public health regions that in consultation with the Chief entered Stage 2 on June 12, 2020. Medical Officer of Health and Before opening, business own- local medical officers of health, ers need to review the workplace is enabling more regions of the safety guidelines and public province to enter Stage 2 of the health advice. government’s reopening frame- “Thanks to the collective ef- work. These regions are able to forts of our frontline health care reopen due to positive trends of workers and the people in these key public health indicators at the regions to stop the spread of CO- local level, including lower trans- VID-19, more businesses will be mission of COVID-19, sufficient able to open their doors and thou- hospital health system capacity, sands of people will be able to go Broker BROKER local public health capacity to as- back to work and put food on the sist with rapid case and contact table,” said Premier Ford. “With Premier Doug Ford says that ‘the collective effort of our frontline management, and a significant the public health trends improv- REMAX REAL ESTATE CENTRE INC., BROKERAGE increase in testing provincially. workers and people’ is enabling some regions to reopen ing day by day across the prov- The details were provided businesses and services. 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The Government of Canada Trudeau said: “We know that introduced the CERB to imme- many Canadians across the coun- diately help workers affected by try are still facing a really tough the COVID-19 pandemic, so they time due to the COVID-19 pan- could continue to put food on the demic, and we will continue to LEH, Ladakh: Indian and Chi- tween the two militaries after table and pay their bills during take action to better support them. nese soldiers clashed violently their 1967 clashes in Nathu La in this challenging time. By extending the Canada Emer- in hand-to-hand combat, armed 1967 when India lost around 88 “As we begin to restart the gency Response Benefit, Cana- with clubs and stones in the Gal- troopers while over 300 Chinese economy and get people back on dians will be able to continue to wan Valley along the Line of Ac- soldiers were killed. the job, Canadians receiving the buy groceries and pay their bills tual Control in eastern Ladakh.. Meanwhile, the Indian For- benefit should be actively seek- as we work together to safely and India said 20 of its soldiers eign Minister S. Jayashankar ing work opportunities or plan- effectively restart the economy.” were killed in the fighting. The held a three-hour dialogue with ning to return to work, provided Over the next few weeks, the Chinese did not release any fig- his Chinese counterpart but it re- they are able and it is reasonable government will monitor inter- ures, but US intelligence has been mained inconclusive at the end of to do so. More Canadians are re- national best practices, the econ- quoted as saying that the Chinese Wednesday but will continue. turning to work, but many people omy, and the progression of the army suffered 35 casualties. In- The dialogue took place to en- still face challenges due to COV- virus and, if needed, make neces- dian media said 43 Chinese have sure that Chinese People’s Lib- ID-19. As we begin to take steps sary changes to the program so been killed. Monday’s clash was eration Army pulls back all its to safely restart our economy, we more people can have the support the biggest confrontation be- Continued on page 2 will continue to support Cana- Continued on page 2 A-2 | Friday, June 19, 2020 National www.WeeklyVoice.com THE WEEKLY VOICE China Blamed EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Wine & Beer: Call To Choose Local Bala Menon TORONTO: The Ontario gov- For Violence CONTRIBUTING WRITERS ernment is encouraging consum- Continued from page 1 Amb. Praveen Verma (Retd.) ers to mark Ontario Craft Beer Dr. Nivedita Das Kundu troops from the Galwan Valley Harj Chaggar Week and Ontario Wine Week and removed all the military- Amitabh Saxena by supporting local beverage al- grade tents which house them. cohol producers as the province Modi on Wednesday sent out a Graphic Design takes additional steps to help the clear signal, saying India won’t Tamarind Tree sector recover from the impacts tolerate any misadventures when of COVID-19. it comes to defending its sover- Account MANAGERS The government is increas- eignty and territorial integrity. Manu Ramachandran ing choice and convenience for “I would like to assure the G Prasaad consumers by working to expand nation that the sacrifice of our Rohit Malhotra made-in-Ontario options at the troops will not go in vain. For Maha LCBO. us, the unity and sovereignty of ONLINE MARKETING This includes increased mar- the country are important. India MANAGER keting, converting available shelf wants peace but when instigated, Amitabh Saxena space to profile Ontario products, India is capable of giving a befit- Image by RitaE from Pixabay and making more products avail- ting reply.” LEGAL ADVISOR able for sale, including bag-in- censed restaurants and bars to • Extending the Ontario Wine Jaishankar asked China to “re- Dr. Keshav Agnihotri box wine and those made in the sell alcohol with food takeout and and Grape Strategy to 2021-22, assess its actions and take cor- province. delivery orders between the hours providing $7.5 million annually rective steps” in view of the “un- ACCOUNTS The supports are effective June of 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m.; for VQA Support, $4.8 million precedented” violence along the Asha J Singhh 21 until October 2020. • Temporarily allowing li- annually for marketing and pro- Line of Actual Control (LAC). “Buying local not only sup- photographer censed restaurants and bars to sell motion, $250,000 for research Jaishankar accused China Manohar Sagoo ports Ontario’s wineries, brewer- spirits at a lower price with food and $250,000 for benchmarking; of taking “pre-meditated and ies, cideries, distilleries and other takeout and delivery orders; • Extending the Small Cidery planned action that was directly Gross Circulation: 30,000 local producers, but it also means • Allowing restaurants and and Small Distillery Support Pro- responsible for the resulting vio- CCNA Verified Circulation: getting a quality product to enjoy bars to temporarily create or ex- gram to 2021-22, providing $2.6 lence and casualties.” It reflected 29,997 responsibly,” said Rod Phillips, tend outdoor patio spaces to safe- million annually to help eligible an intent to change the facts on Aug 14, 2015 Minister of Finance. ly accommodate patrons and staff businesses grow and scale up ground in violation of all our (Printed at Metroland) This initiative is part of a num- once licensed establishments are their operations. agreements to not change the sta- ber of ways the government is permitted to reopen for business; “Our province is home to some tus quo, he said. 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Ontario Emergency Extended Canada-Led Ottawa Group TORONTO: The Ontario government has urgent needs and protect our most vulner- extended all emergency orders currently in able,” said Premier Ford. While current force under s.7.0.2 (4) of the Emergency emergency orders will remain in place until Meets On Wto & Covid-19 Management and Civil Protection Act. This the end of the month, the government will extension will be in effect until June 30, continue to review each one on an ongoing, 2020 to ensure the government continues to case-by-case basis to determine when and if have the necessary tools to safely and grad- they can safely be adjusted or lifted. ually reopen the province, while continuing Over the past week, the government an- to support frontline health care workers and nounced 31 regions across the province may protect vulnerable populations from CO- proceed to Stage 2 of its Framework for Re- VID-19. opening the Province. 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The Ottawa Group meeting. Pic:Mary Ng/Twitter OTTAWA; Prime Minister Justin it possible for medical supplies to flow Trudeau on Tuesday participated in a more easily. virtual meeting of the Ottawa Group on Trudeau said: “Canada has always World Trade Organization (WTO) re- been a leader in facilitating and develop- Summer Day Camps form in the context of COVID-19. ing successful trade opportunities across The meeting was hosted by Mary Ng, the globe. Canadians and our businesses Register Weekly! 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Preparing Students for the Next Grade, Canada, along with the other 12 Ot- Businesses are the backbone of our Sports, Science, Art, and more tawa Group members, today endorsed economy, and we will continue to listen the concrete steps contained in the Joint to them and welcome their feedback as No Cost Before School Programs 7:00 - 9:00 a.m. Statement of the Ottawa Group: Focus- we work to strengthen the WTO and re- and After School Programs 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. ing Action on COVID-19. This state- start our global economies. ment establishes key actions for member Canada will ramp up outreach and countries to support an inclusive, sus- engagement with businesses–including High School On-Line tainable and resilient global recovery for small businesses, women entrepreneurs our people. and Indigenous business owners—so Summer Credit Courses These priorities include greater trans- that everyone benefits from trade and the th st parency on export restrictions, predict- economic recovery. June 29 - July 31 able and open trade in agriculture, and Minister Ng said: “Canadians ben- Grade 11 Philosophy, Grade 11 Physics advancing negotiations on e-commerce. efit from trade – whether you’re feeding or Grade 12 Chemistry This work supports the movement of your family food from around the world, the goods and services people rely on or you’re a business who exports your and will ensure stability for our busi- product to customers abroad. Now more Currently Accepting On-line Registrations for nesses, workers and people at this uncer- than ever – we must work with our part- Summer Programs and September 2020! TCMPS.com tain time. It also lays the groundwork for ners to benefit small businesses, work- a potential new WTO initiative making ers, & families.” www.WeeklyVoice.com National Friday, June 19, 2020 | A-3 Toolkit Released For Workplace Safety Plan Tips Offered On Use Of Face Coverings, Infection Controls, PPEs For Workers & Constant Reviews TORONTO: The Ontario gov- plan based on the identified risks ernment is providing employers and appropriate controls specific with a new general workplace to the employer’s workplace; guide, which will help them • Implement the plan in the develop a safety plan to better workplace, and review and up- protect workers, customers and date it as the situation evolves; clients. The new downloadable • Communicate the actions be- toolkit offers tips on how to help ing taken to workers and other prevent the spread of COVID-19 people entering the workplace. as more people get back on the The new guide is supported by job during Stage 2 of the reopen- 121 workplace resources avail- ing of the province. able at Ontario.ca/covidsafety to The announcement was made help protect workers from the on Tuesday by Premier Doug virus. They include safety guide- Ford, Christine Elliott, Deputy lines and helpful posters with tips Premier and Minister of Health, for 28 distinct sectors such as and Monte McNaughton, Minis- construction, food, agriculture, ter of Labour, Training and Skills manufacturing and long-term Development. care. Minister McNaughton said: Pic: Johnson & Johnson Innovation/Twitter Premier Ford said: “By pro- “I strongly encourage all employ- viding this guide on =workplace tion on the use of face coverings, fill in to develop their own unique needed to help mitigate risk, such ers in the province to visit Ontar- safety, employers, employees, as well as applying controls in the COVID-19 safety plan. The ma- as engineering controls like the io.ca/covidsafety. As more busi- and customers can have the con- workplace, from most important terials will help employers: installation of plexiglass to sepa- nesses reopen, we want to ensure fidence they need to resume busi- to least important. It also includes • Identify the risks for trans- rate workers from customers, ad- they are able to adapt to this new ness as usual with the right health information on what personal mitting the virus through person- ministrative controls limiting the environment quickly=.” and safety measures in place.” protective equipment may be to-person contact and actions number of workers in a space at • Any worker who thinks they The new guide will help each needed for workers. such as touching faces with hands one time, and personal protective are working in unsafe conditions employer create a safety plan The government’s first general that have been contaminated by equipment including face and eye should report their concerns to that is right for their own unique workplace guide is accompanied contact with surfaces and objects; protection; Ontario’s Health and Safety Con- workplace. It includes informa- by a template that employers can • Determine what controls are • Create a workplace safety tact Centre, at 1-877-202-0008. ‘Opening More Regions A Positive Sign’

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*Rates are subject to change without notice. • FSCO # 10252, OAC, E&O.E. Some conditions apply.* Elliott. tightened. “As many more Ontarians begin to • At the beginning of each week, the work, shop and interact with others, it’s government is providing an update on the never been more important that we con- ongoing assessment of Ontario’s regions, tinue to follow public health advice, es- and whether they are ready to move into pecially physical distancing with anyone Stage 2 at the end of the week. outside of our social circle, so we can • To get tested, people should visit On- soon successfully and safely move into tario’s website to find their local assess- Stage 3.” ment centre and whether they need to call Public health remains the government’s ahead to make an appointment. top priority. All Ontarians must continue • The province has developed a practi- to follow public health advice, including cal step-by-step guide to help Ontarians practising physical distancing, wearing a as they safely develop and join a social face covering if physical distancing is a circle. PM’s Statement On UN OTTAWA: The Prime Minister, Justin “We listened and learned from other Trudeau, on June 15 issued the following countries, which opened new doors for statement on the outcome of the United cooperation to address global challenges, Nations Security Council vote which Can- and we created new partnerships that in- ada lost: creased Canada’s place in the world. This “On behalf of the Government of Can- important engagement has contributed to ada, I would like to congratulate Norway, our broader efforts to tackle the most im- Ireland, India, and Mexico on their elec- portant challenges of our time, including tion to the United Nations (UN) Security the COVID-19 pandemic, and has acted Council, and thank all countries for en- as a foundation for further international gaging with Canada throughout this cam- cooperation on other key issues. paign. “We will continue to pursue this ap- “Canada sought election on the UN proach at the United Nations and in other Security Council to work with the world international forums – because Canada to help build a better future that benefits does well, and Canadians do well, when everyone. we strengthen our international relation- “One that furthers sustainable peace, ships and fully engage on the world stage. addresses the impacts of climate change, “Canada is large enough to make a dif- promotes economic security, advances ference, but we know we can’t do it alone. gender equality, and strengthens multilat- As we move forward, we remain com- eralism. mitted to the goals and principles that we “Throughout every step of our cam- laid out during this campaign, and we will paign, and in a time of global uncertain- continue to play a vital role in advanc- ty, we promoted the Canadian values of ing global cooperation and building a peace, freedom, democracy, and human more peaceful, inclusive, and sustainable rights. world.” A-4 | Friday, June 19, 2020 national www.WeeklyVoice.com Canadians Express ‘Isolation Fatigue’, Are Social Distancing Less Finds Survey Young People, Ages 18 To 34, Least Likely To Continue Listening To Advice From Health Officials

OTTAWA: With the advent of summer the country has made it through the most mere days away, public health officials ex- difficult time in terms of illness. pressing concern that Canadians are flag- • Those under 55 years of age are much ging in their vigilance towards social dis- more likely to feel worn out or fatigued tancing and other public health measures than older Canadians. Women 18 to 54 are may have good reason to worry. most likely to feel anxious, while men 55 The latest study from the non-profit An- and over are most likely to feel optimistic. gus Reid Institute finds a significant num- • Ontario residents are most likely to ber of Canadians now less stringent about say they’re keeping up with social distanc- following certain behaviours aimed at pre- ing (64%) just as much as they were in ear- venting the spread of the coronavirus. lier weeks of the pandemic. Indeed, just 36 per cent of Canadians Younger women are most likely to say now say they are staying away from public that they feel fatigued or anxious. In each spaces as much as they were in the early case, 18- to 34-year old women are most days of the outbreak, while 56 per cent are likely to feel this way. Notably, young men continuing to keep extra space from others are most likely to feel depressed, one-in- as much as they were earlier this spring, five (18%) say this, while men 55 years of despite it being one of the key aspects in age and older are most likely to say they preventing community transmission of the feel optimistic. Graphic: Angus Reid Institute disease. Job loss is correlated with worry and This comes as Canadians are most likely fection of friends or family members re- many. The Angus Reid Institute asked Ca- anxiety. Three-in-ten Canadians (28%) say to report that they have been feeling “fa- main well above majority level. nadians how they have been feeling over they have had their hours cut or been laid tigued” (31%) and “anxious” (28%) over The biggest challenge for public health the past couple of weeks and four of the off completely since the pandemic was de- the last few weeks. officials may be connecting with younger five most common responses are negative, clared (for our most recent research on eco- And as COVID-19 infection rates have Canadians. Those in the 18- to 34-year- including feeling worn out (31%) and anx- nomic factors click here), and their level of continue to trend downward, the number old cohort are least likely to be following ious (28%). Canadians also continue to be anxiety and worry is notably higher than of Canadians who say they are worried recommended advice and much less likely grateful (25%): those who have not lost any work. Among about contracting the virus has dropped to voice personal concern over becoming More Key Findings: the group that has not faced a change in from a peak of 73 per cent in early April sick. • Two-in-five Canadians (41%) say the their working situation, optimism and a to below half (46%). That said, concerns After months of isolation and distanc- worst of the health effects in Canada are sense of normalcy are both higher: about community transmission and the in- ing, new activities are likely a relief for yet to come. The majority (59%) feel that Surplus Food Rescue Ontarians Encouraged To Establish Program Launched Social Circles Of 10 People TORONTO: People through- out Ontario are being encouraged to establish a social “circle” of no more than 10 people who can in- teract and come into close contact with one another without physi- cal distancing. Dr. David Williams, Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, updated public health advice to come into effect immediately province-wide to allow social People wearing face masks shop at an outdoor market in Toronto, Canada, on June 13, 2020. (Photo by Zou Zheng/Xinhua/IANS) circles of up to 10 members, in- cluding those outside the imme- Ottawa: The application fruits and vegetables), another diate household. Social circles process have started for the Ca- third earmarked for buying sur- will support the mental health safe social circle should follow their circles as the people they nadian government’s C$50 mil- plus meat and poultry products and well-being of Ontarians and these five simple steps: can touch, hug and come into lion surplus food rescue program and the final third set aside for help reduce social isolation. 1. Start with your current circle: close contact as we continue our amid the COVID-19 pandemic, it purchasing fish and seafood. Details on how to establish a the people you live with or who shared fight against COVID-19,” was reported. The program also has a new social circle were provided by regularly come into your house- said Minister Elliott. “ When the program was an- goal — of directing 10 per cent Premier Doug Ford, Christine El- hold; The rules for social circles are nounced last month, Agriculture of its purchases to Northern com- liott, Deputy Premier and Minis- 2. If your current circle is under different from the proposed ex- and Agri-Food Minister Marie- munities. ter of Health, and Dr. Williams. 10 people, you can add members pansion of social gatherings from Claude Bibeau wasn’t specific “With restaurants and hotels Premier Ford said: “At the to your circle, including those five to 10 people. about which products were eli- closed for weeks, many produc- outset of the pandemic, we had from another household, family Social gatherings can be any 10 gible for what was then billed ers were left with extra food they to make the necessary, but diffi- members or friends; people from outside your house- as a “food surplus purchase pro- couldn’t sell,” Prime Minister cult decision to ban large public 3. Get agreement from every- hold, but where physical distanc- gram”. But potatoes, chicken Justin Trudeau said. “Farmers gatherings and strongly advise one that they will join the circle; ing of at least two metres should products and mushrooms were work hard to raise their live- physical distancing with every- 4. Keep your social circle safe. be maintained. mentioned as foods at risk of go- stock and grow their crops. They one except immediate household Maintain physical distancing On the other hand, social cir- ing to waste while restaurants re- shouldn’t be in a position where members.” with anyone outside of your cir- cles will enable Ontarians to en- main closed and the larger food they have to see that wasted. “As the public health trends cle; and joy close contact with members service industry remains disrupt- “This is a win-win. Farmers improve and our collective ef- 5. Be true to your circle. No one of their circle. ed by the pandemic. Although will have people to buy their forts start to pay off, we’re now should be part of more than one This could include hugging, the government still isn’t saying goods and food will get to the able to take another step forward circle. carpooling, enjoying a patio and exactly which commodities will plates of families who wouldn’t today by allowing families and The province has developed sharing a meal without stay- be “rescued”. The money will be have enough otherwise,” he add- their loved ones to reunite and a practical step-by-step guide to ing two metres apart. Ontarians allocated in rough thirds — with ed. The program, which is a first spend time safely through social help Ontarians as they safely de- should avoid close-contact activi- one third being used to buy horti- for Canada, will be accepting ap- circles.” velop and join a social circle. ties with anyone outside of their culture products (such as grains, plications until July 15. Ontarians who wish to form a “Ontarians should think of circle. Correctional System To Get More Funding TORONTO: Ontario is in- vesting more than $500 million over five years to transform cor- rectional facilities across the province. This funding will help ensure the safety and security of frontline staff. This major investment will support the hiring of more than 500 new staff to help address challenges within the correctional system such as mental health and addiction issues. The additional funding will also be used to mod- ernize outdated infrastructure to address overcrowding. VISITORS, Hiring additional staff will also help ensure the government is complying with its obligations Davinder Singh regarding the use of segregation Call For Honest Advice within correctional facilities. The MONTHLY & ANNUAL PLANS - HARD TO BEAT OUR PREMIUMS modernization of outdated infra- structure, including building ad- ditional day rooms and making SUPER VISA INSURANCE modifications to yard space. www.WeeklyVoice.com national Friday, June 19, 2020 | A-5 Services Expanded For Sex TraffickingV ictims $307 Million Will Be Spent Over Next Five Years To Support Survivors & Hold Offenders Accountable TORONTO: The Ontario Gov- hensive plan to raise awareness ernment is investing up to $307 of the issue, protect victims and million over the next five years intervene early, support survivors to increase community-based and and hold offenders accountable. Indigenous-specific supports for The strategy reflects valuable child and youth victims of sex input from survivors of human trafficking. trafficking, Indigenous commu- The Anti-Human Trafficking nities and organizations, law en- Community Supports Fund and forcement and frontline service the Indigenous-led Initiatives providers. Fund will prioritize early inter- Applications to the Community vention and increased protection Supports Fund and Indigenous- for victims of sexual exploitation led Initiatives Fund will be ac- and dedicated survivor supports. cepted until 5 p.m. on July 30, “Over the last year, we heard 2020. from our frontline agencies, sur- • Approximately two-thirds of vivors and Indigenous communi- police-reported human trafficking ties and organizations that there violations in Canada occur in On- is a critical need to increase avail- Image by Alexas_Fotos from Pixabay tario. able supports for children and survivor-led organizations, LGBTQ2S individuals, and ra- “By investing in interven- • Over 70 per cent of known youth affected by sex trafficking,” • Dedicated services for vic- cialized and newcomer popula- tion and specialized services for human trafficking victims identi- said Jill Dunlop, Associate Minis- tims under age 18, including resi- tions; young people, we can reduce the fied by police are under the age of ter of Children and Women’s Is- dential placements and treatment, • Specialized programs for threat of exploitation and protect 25 and 26 per cent are under 18. sues. “Our goal is to build a more peer mentoring, as well as edu- children and youth involved in or those most at risk. These pro- • The average age of recruit- comprehensive network of anti- cation and employment training transitioning out of child welfare grams are vital components of ment into sex trafficking is 13 human trafficking services across programs; or the youth justice system. Ontario’s comprehensive plan to years old. Ontario, so more victims have ac- • Culturally-appropriate, In- “Human trafficking isn’t just combat human trafficking, bring • Young women and girls are cess to the supports they need.” digenous-designed supports for an enforcement issue — it’s a vi- traffickers to justice and end this particularly at risk, especially Funding will be available to First Nations, Inuit and Métis vic- cious and violent crime that preys heinous crime.” those from Indigenous commu- partners and agencies and focus tims, families and communities; on our most vulnerable, robbing Announced in March 2020, On- nities and children and youth in on areas such as: • Targeted supports for sexu- them of their health, safety and tario’s Anti-Human Trafficking care, though boys, men and peo- • Trauma-informed program- ally exploited boys, individuals dignity,” said Sylvia Jones, So- Strategy will invest funds over ple who are LGBTQ2S are also ming developed and delivered by with developmental disabilities, licitor General. the next five years on a compre- targeted. 67,000 Seek Volunteer Opportunities World Elder Abuse Day Marked TORONTO: COVID-19 has re-ignited “People are looking for opportunities to TORONTO: World Elder Abuse the volunteer movement in Ontario. Since connect with their community and sup- Awareness Day was marked on April 1, with over 67,000 people visiting port their neighbours by delivering masks June 15. Elder abuse is a serious SparkOntario.ca to find volunteer opportu- on bikes, writing letters, food packing and and growing problem in Ontario, It nities. delivery, and virtual mentoring.” is estimated that 6 to 10 percent of SPARK Ontario is Ontario’s free, bilin- During this time of isolation and loneli- seniors aged 65 and over are abused. gual volunteer gateway. SPARK Ontario ness, people are discovering the benefits of This year’s campaign encouraged has partnered with the Ontario government volunteering such as: planting a tree or flower to honour to connect volunteers with opportunities 1. Volunteering connects you to others those who are affected. Raymond to support seniors, people with disabilities - especially critical during isolation/social Cho, Minister for Seniors and Ac- and other Ontarians requiring assistance distancing cessibility, said all Ontarians must during the COVID-19 pandemic. 2. Volunteering is good for your mind reflect on what ‘we can do together “It is thrilling to see so many Ontarians and body - keeps you active and engaged to protect Ontario’s seniors from stepping up to help during the pandemic 3. Volunteering can help build skills and physical and emotional abuse’. which offers safety planning and counsel- and discovering the benefits of volunteer- create connections He said: ‘We are also funding coordinat- ling to older adults experiencing abuse, ing,” said Carrie Moody, Director, Strate- 4. Volunteering brings fun and fulfill- ed community resources to support seniors or those at-risk of abuse, and educating gic Solutions, Findhelp Information Ser- ment to your life For details visit SPAR- with the Seniors Safety Line: a 24/7, confi- seniors about Power of Attorney and other vices/211 Central and SPARK Ontario. KOntario.ca dential free resource in over 200 languages legal matters to lower the risk of abuse. A-6 | Friday, June 19, 2020 features www.WeeklyVoice.com It’s Time To Walk The Great Trails And See The Wildlife Again At Aylmer Wma Elgin County: Ducks Un- publicly accessible sites such as limited Canada (DUC) and its Aylmer are extremely important partners have completed a sig- because they provide opportuni- nificant milestone in the ongoing ties for you to go and walk on the habitat maintenance and restora- trails and see all of the wildlife, tions at Aylmer Wildlife Manage- as well,” according to Jeff Krete, ment Area (WMA). conservation specialist at Ducks A year of hard work has im- Unlimited Canada proved the wetlands and grass- *** lands and removed invasive spe- The Aylmer WMA is publicly cies, ensuring the ongoing health owned land that served dur- of the wildlife habitats. The com- ing World War II as RCAF Sta- munity’s patience with the time tion Aylmer, an airfield built needed to repair the wetland for Canada’s massive wartime functions and establish new habi- pilot training program. The 338- tats has been rewarded with more acre (137-hectare) property was birds and other wildlife to see this purchased by the Province of summer. Ontario in the 1960s. Today, it is The restoration work com- an Important Bird Area and the pleted at Aylmer WMA is a prime pond complex is a provincially example of how DUC works significant wetland. with local partners to help com- The site is overseen by the Min- munities achieve their conserva- A world-class viewing area for tundra swans on their way north in spring. © Elgin Stewardship Council. istry of Natural Resources and tion goals. The partners—DUC, meadows. Avian visitors include variety of wetland species. I’m so and see the wetland restoration Forestry (MNRF) and daily op- the Ministry of Natural Resourc- a resident bald eagle, turkeys, very proud of Ducks Unlimited work. Also, the council has added erations are managed through es and Forestry and the Elgin ducks, geese, osprey, bluebirds, Canada and the Elgin Steward- five new wetlands to add to the a partnership agreement with Stewardship Council—have col- meadowlarks, warblers, savanna ship Council, for creating and biodiversity of the area.” the Elgin Stewardship Council. laborated at Aylmer WMA for sparrows, bobolinks and Sandhill preserving biodiversity in this “The Aylmer Wildlife Manage- There are about 80 acres (32 hect- more than 20 years. cranes. valuable wetland.” ment Area is a beautiful wildlife ares) of wildlife habitat including As visitors return to the trails The Aylmer WMA is now open Dr. Duncan Sinclair, Elgin oasis in Southwestern Ontario. wetlands, tallgrass prairie, mead- and viewing towers, they’ll be to visitors again, just a two-hour County resident and past presi- We see turkey, deer, a local resi- ow and native plantings. Ducks met by a vibrant ecosystem teem- drive from Toronto and less than dent of Ducks Unlimited Canada, dent bald eagle, numerous water- Unlimited Canada manages the ing with birds and other wildlife. an hour from London. Walk the said: “The Aylmer Wildlife Man- fowl and shorebirds, lots of song- wetland habitats, funded in part- The Aylmer WMA shelters many trails and see the wildlife from agement Area is a world-class birds, rare birds like bobolink, nership with the MNRF and the thousands of birds every year, four viewing stands—one can viewing area for tundra swans on meadowlark and sandhill cranes U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service including the spring-migration be reached by wheelchair. In this their way north to nest in March. pass through here,” said Dave via the Eastern Habitat Joint Ven- spectacle of white tundra swans. difficult time, we can practice You may see hundreds to thou- Richards, resource management ture for migratory birds. Remarkably, the habitat is “man- healthy social distancing outside sands of swans. Come and visit coordinator, Ministry of Natural Ducks Unlimited Cana- made”, evolving over decades on the trails while enjoying the us, and see what the partnership Resources and Forestry (Aylmer da (DUC) delivers wetland con- from World War II airfield to a sights and sounds of nature. has done for waterfall, shorebirds District) servation that benefits every wildlife oasis in the heart of farm John Yakabuski, Minister of and other wildlife..” “Large wetlands in Ontario are Canadian. DUC has completed country north of Lake Erie. Natural Resources and Forestry, Ron Casier, manager of Aylmer more valuable today than ever nearly 4,000 habitat projects in Migrating and breeding birds said: “The Aylmer Wildlife Man- WMA, Elgin Stewardship Coun- before. And at Ducks Unlim- Ontario and conserved almost find food and shelter in the wet- agement Area is a real success cil, added: “We know it’s been a ited, many of our smaller proj- one million acres of wetlands lands, native plantings, nest box- story, turning a former air force long year and we are really happy ects are located on private lands and associated habitats. (Globe es, pollinator habitat and tallgrass base into a prime habitat for a to welcome you back to come away from public view. Large, Newswire). Canada’s Annual Ice-Breaking Season Set To Begin Yellowknife, Northwest icebreaking, Canadian Hydro- Territories: The Canadian Coast graphic Service (CHS) program- Guard’s annual Arctic icebreak- ming, and resupplying Eureka ing season allows the safe and ef- • June 22 CCGS Terry Fox de- ficient movement of vessels and parts St. John’s, NL for icebreak- goods in northern waters, which ing is key to community resupply. • July 1 CCGS Captain Molly The Government of Canada Kool departs St. John’s, NL for is committed to maritime safety, icebreaking and Operation Pac- providing essential services to er Goose, the annual resupply mariners, and ensuring the health mission for the Thule US Air and safety of all Canadians, the Force base in Greenland Coast Guard said in a statement. • July 1 CCGS Henry Larsen, The Coast Guard’s presence in departs St. John’s, NL for ice- Canada’s North also provides key breaking, opening and closing services, such as search and res- Killiniq station, and ATON cue, support to science research, • July 10 CCGS Sir Wilfrid marine communications and traf- Laurier departs Victoria, BC for fic services, aids to navigation, icebreaking, Aids to Navigation and marine environmental pro- (ATON), and CHS programming tection. • July 16 CCGS Amundsen, The annual icebreaking season departs Quebec City, QC for ice- in Arctic waters begins on June breaking and science program- 22, 2020, and runs into Novem- ming The CCGS Captain Molly Kool docked in port. Pic: Coast Guard ber. Eight Coast Guard icebreak- • July 24 CCGS Louis S. St- ers are scheduled to deploy this Laurent, departs St. John’s, NL programming. shore leave for Coast Guard and northern partners on the best season to support northern com- for icebreaking and CHS pro- The Coast Guard’s skilled crews, community visits, open way to safely deliver essentials munities and operational and pro- gramming crews and commanding officers houses, exercises and tours of goods in the Arctic. gram commitments. • August 19 CCGS Des Gro- are ready to assist the shipping Coast Guard ships. To further “Our first priority is the health • June 22 CCGS Pierre Radis- seilliers, departs Quebec City, industry during the annual Arc- protect the North, crews and ves- and safety of our crews and the son departs Quebec City, QC for QC for icebreaking and CHS tic resupply missions, known as sels will limit their contact with people and communities we sealift. In addition to ice escorts, communities un less essential, serve in the North, both at-sea providing daily updates on ice such as a medical emergency. and ashore. conditions, and icebreaker op- Bernadette Jordan, Minister “We are adapting our plans and erations to industry and partners of Fisheries, Oceans and the Ca- priorities to align with those of throughout the shipping season nadian Coast Guard, said: “The northern partners to ensure de- contributes to a successful marine Canadian Coast Guard is a key livery of critical programs like shipping season in the Arctic. component of Arctic community search and rescue, environmen- Coast Guard is actively moni- resupply and ensuring the safety tal response, and icebreaking in toring the COVID-19 pandemic of mariners and our oceans. This support of community resupply. and working closely with Indig- year is very different for us. Each We’re committed to ensuring a enous organizations and govern- Arctic operational season is an successful operational season in ments, territorial governments, opportunity to learn from and the Arctic this summer and con- communities, industry, and other work with Indigenous communi- tinued engagement with north- partners to make decisions based ties and organizations on multiple erners on year-round priorities.” on the best guidance available initiatives. While we are keeping • The Inshore Rescue Boat sta- from federal, provincial and ter- a physical distance from com- tion in Rankin Inlet, NU reopens ritorial, and municipal health au- munities this year to prevent the on June 17, 2020, and is operated thorities. potential spread of the virus, our by Indigenous students providing Coast Guard’s levels of service service levels remain the same, local maritime search and rescue are maintained at normal opera- providing essential icebreaking response. The station will be op- tions and National Standard Op- support, search and rescue servic- erational until October 24, 2020. erating Procedures are in place to es, and programs in the Arctic.” • Annual reopening of the Ma- prevent the spread of the virus. Neil O’Rourke, Assistant rine Communication and Traf- This includes advanced screening Commissioner, Canadian Coast fic Services Centre (MCTS) in and implementing onboard extra Guard, Arctic Region, added: Iqaluit was on May 20, 2020. It sanitation practices for all Coast “Coast Guard is working closely will remain open until December Guard crew boarding vessels to with Transport Canada and the 21, 2020, at which time Northern the Arctic. Public Health Agency of Cana- Canada Vessel Traffic Services Due to the pandemic, all non- da during COVID-19 to engage Zone (NORDREG) services will essential public engagement ac- Inuit, First Nations, and Métis be provided by Prescott MCTS tivities in the Arctic have been governments and organizations, until the 2021 Arctic season cancelled this year. This includes territorial governments, industry opens. www.WeeklyVoice.com community Friday, June 19, 2020 | A-7 Largest South Asian Festival Goes Digital Brampton: Arts & Culture ists showcase art forms (Vibrant Initiative of South Asia (ACISA), Classical) a non-profit organization will August 25 - Workshops/panels present its most prestigious fes- featuring local creators and part- tivals in an exciting new format. ners with focus on Mississauga Keeping the current COV- (Meta) ID-19 pandemic in mind, four August 27 - Workshops/panels eagerly anticipated events - Vi- featuring local creators and part- brant Brampton, Vibrant Star, Vi- ners with focus on Mississauga sual Arts of South Asia (V.A.S.A) (Meta) Arts festival and META - show- August 27 - Classical artists casing the culture and diversity of showcase art forms (Vibrant Ontario, will come alive this year Classical) in a digital format. September 3 – Classical art- “More than ever now is when ists showcase art forms (Vibrant arts and music and culture have Classical) the power to uplift spirits and to ABOUT ACISA bring people together in these un- Arts & Culture Initiative of precedented times. Our festivals South Asia (ACISA) is a non- endeavour to do just that” says profit organization with a vision Ricky Bajaj, ACISA co-founder to promote cross cultural under- and president. standing with the aim to bringing More than 100 local and Inter- a diverse community together in national artists from Bollywood celebration of life, culture, art Collage from August 2019 festival. Pic: acisa.ca playback and Pakistan music in- and tradition. dustry will be showcased in this through educational workshops gin (Vibrant Star) with live-streamed performances The organization’s mission is festival. and performances. July 13 – 19 - Quarter finals from global and local artists with to promote the diversity of South “The festival promotes local META- A digital and modern (Vibrant Star) focus on Brampton (Meta) Asian art forms by showcasing talent and includes an exciting art festival that will live-stream July 20 – Grand Finale (Vi- August 11 - Workshops/panels local artists and providing them line-up of emerging artists and exciting content every Tues- brant Star) featuring local creators and part- with an opportunity to pres- well-known names in the enter- day and Thursday for the entire July 21 and 22 – Renowned ners with focus on Brampton ent their work to a wide audi- tainment industry which appeals month of August. Tuesdays will and Emerging artists (Vibrant August 13 - Modern art festival ence; break cultural barriers and to all ages,” adds festival art di- be devoted to workshops/panels Brampton) with live-streamed performances encourage participation, allowing rector and co-founder, Arpan Ba- featuring local creators and part- July 28 and 29 – Renowned from global and local artists with all communities from Bramp- nerjee. ners, while Thursdays will fea- and Emerging artists (Vibrant focus on Brampton (Meta) ton to experience the different This year’s festival partners ture live-streamed performances Brampton) August 18 – Workshops/panels forms of South Asian Arts and include City of Brampton, Ca- from global and local artists. The August 4– Workshops/pan- featuring local creators and part- culture; showcase South Asian nadian Heritage, Canada Coun- first two Tuesdays/Thursdays els featuring local creators and ners with focus on Mississauga heritage as it continues to evolve cil of Arts, City of Mississauga, will focus on Brampton, while partners with focus on Brampton (Meta) imbibing the cultural values Brampton Library, Mississauga the remainder two Tuesdays and (Meta) August 20 - Modern art festival of Canada and communicate key Music, Beaux Arts Brampton and Thursdays will shine the spot- August 5 and 6 - Renowned with live-streamed performances messages that share the philoso- Visual Arts Mississauga. light on Mississauga. and Emerging artists (Vibrant from global and local artists with phy of diversity with residents ACISA’s DIGITAL KEY DATES Brampton) focus on Mississauga (Meta) of Brampton. For more informa- 2020 PROGRAMMING: June 15 – Online Auditions be- August 6 – Modern art festival August 20 – Classical art- tion, visit www.acisa.ca. VibrantBrampton – A heritage festival featuring performances from renowned and emerging art- ists will be held every Tuesday and Wednesday from July 21 to August 5, 2020. VibrantStar- A talent hunt with six finalists battling to win the top prize in three categories- vo- cal, instrumental and dance. The event will provide an opportunity for artistes to perform in Bramp- ton’s largest arts, culture and her- itage festival, #VibrantBrampton. Online auditions will begin from the week of June 15 followed by quarter finals in the week of July 13, culminating in a finale which begins the week of July 20, 2020. VibrantClassical- A new seg- ment launched this year to pro- vide a platform for classical art- ists to showcase their art forms. This segment is scheduled to run every Thursday starting August 20 for three consecutive weeks until September 3, 2020. Visual Arts of South Asia (V.A.S.A) festival- An arts fes- tival that provides artists with the opportunity to connect and create, and promotes visual arts Hydro One Donates Laptops To Support Online Learning PEEL: Ninety students in the Peel District can now access home-based learning thanks to a laptop donation from Hydro One. The company distributed 100 laptops to interested school boards through the Ministry of Education. One of the recipients is the Peel District School Board, a school board that still needed computers for e-learning. “As we entered this new way of learning, we knew that these were not going to be normal times and did not expect that all students will be equitably well- positioned to learn from home. We want to ensure that every Peel board learner has the tools they need to be successful,” said Peter Joshua, Director of Education, Peel District School Board. “We are proud to partner with schools and the province to pro- vide students the technology they need to keep learning and stay connected,” said Jay Armitage, Vice President, Marketing and Communications, Hydro One. The laptops have been distrib- uted, just in time for students to finish up the school year online. Organizations who wish to donate devices are asked to email com- [email protected]. A-8 | Friday, June 19, 2020 community www.WeeklyVoice.com CampTO For Toronto Kids Yoga Day Celebrations Across The GTA TORONTO: The International prestigious Yoga Institutions Yoga Day will be celebrated all across Canada to host virtual across the GTA (as elsewhere sessions of ‘Yoga from Home’ throughout Canada) on June 21. through Social Media. The Yoga Yoga is a 5,000-year-old tra- sessions will cover a range of dition from India that combines topics including building immu- physical, mental and spiritual nity, Yoga for the mind, breathing pursuits to achieve harmony of techniques etc. For details of var- the body and mind. It was on De- ious yoga programs throughout cember 11 in 2014, that the Unit- the day, visit: www.cgitoronto. ed Nations General Assembly gov.in under Yoga tab. declared June 21st as the Interna- Canada India Foundation is tional Day of Yoga at the behest upporting the 6th internation- of the Indian Prime Minister, Na- al Day of yoga celebrations with rendra Modi during his address to world-renowned Yog Rishi Baba This summer, #CityofTO brings CampTO, a will meet Toronto Public Health and provincial UN General Assembly. Ramdev on June 20th = 10:00 new camp experience for kids ages 6-12. Camps health guidelines for day camps. This includes The Consulate General of In- am - 12:00 noon 0n Facebook start on July 13, registration on June 24 and 25. lower capacity, smaller camper to leader ratio, dia, Toronto along with High (for more information visit vshf. Camps will have more staff and smaller camper #physicaldistancing, mandatory health screen- Commission of India in Ottawa ca) and Sister BK Shivani on to leader ratio to ensure #physicaldistancing. ing and enhanced facility cleaning. and Consulate General of India, June 21st (visit tinyural.com/ To reduce the spread of #COVID19, programs Pic: toronto.ca/camps/ Vancouver is collaborating with BKShivani. Brampton To Let Restaurants & Bars Expand Spaces BRAMPTON: Brampton City Restaurants and bars in Bramp- covery. launched its “Support Local” our gradual reopening, we will Council has approved plans to ton will be allowed to expand their As planning for the City’s safe campaign encouraging residents look at all avenues to help sup- support local restaurants and bars patios onto sidewalks and private and gradual reopening contin- to explore, select and buy local port our local businesses’ full and as they prepare for their eventual parking areas to accommodate ues, Council and staff will work during COVID-19 and beyond. safe recovery.” reopening when permitted by the more outdoor seating space, once closely with restaurants and busi- Mayor Patrick Brown said: Paul Vicente, Regional Coun- Province. permission is received from the nesses to identify ways to expand “We are committed to working cillor, Wards 1 & 5; Vice-Chair, Regional Councillor Pat For- province to reopen outdoor dine- low-risk operations while adher- closely with our local businesses Economic Development and tini brought forward a motion in services. ing to public health’s guidelines on helpful solutions. My family Culture; City of Brampton City to Council requesting that local At this time, the Ontario Gov- and physical distancing rules. has been enjoying our local res- of Brampton said: “The welfare restaurants and bars be allowed ernment has not permitted restau- Local businesses play a key taurants every Takeout Wednes- of Brampton’s small businesses to expand outdoor spaces to spur rants, bars and other establish- role in Brampton’s economy. Last day and I am very much looking is top of mind for us. Allow- business recovery, after speaking ments in the Region of Peel to month, Brampton City Council forward to dining in outdoors and ing businesses to plan for these with local restaurants Jack As- reopen. approved Brampton’s Economic continuing to support local.” changes to their outdoor spaces tor’s Bar and Grill and Oscar’s Outdoor patio and sidewalk Recovery Strategy, which in- Gurpreet Dhillon, Regional now, will help ensure they are Roadhouse Bar and Grill. The permit fees will also be waived cludes actions to support small Councillor, Wards 9 & 10; Chair, ready to go when we receive the motion was passed unanimously for 2020 to help local restaurants businesses, restaurants and tour- Economic Development and Cul- green light from the Province and by Council. and small businesses in their re- ism. As part of this, the City ture, said: “As work continues on Peel Public Health.” Federal Agency Commits $90,000 For Riverwood

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Brampton, in relation to a sexual Investigators believe there may assault investigation involving a be additional victims and are en- 16-year-old female from the pri- couraging them to contact the vate school. Special Victims Unit at 905-453- On June 8, 2020, Sanjiv Ku- 2121, ext. 3400. Information mar, a 54-year-old man from may also be left anonymously by Brampton and also known as calling Peel Crime Stoppers at Sanjiv Dhawan, was charged 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or by vis- with Sexual Assault and Sexual iting peelcrimestoppers.ca. www.WeeklyVoice.com community Friday, June 19, 2020 | A-9 Toronto Issues Inaugural Social Bond $100 million Offering A First In Canadian Public Sector; Proceeds Will Fund Housing, Other Services TORONTO: The City of To- work aligns with the Internation- ronto on Wednesday (June 17) al Capital Markets Association issued an inaugural social bond Social Bond Principles. offering of $100 million. Toronto Toronto has one of the largest is the first government in Canada municipal borrowing programs to establish a Social Debenture in Canada. It is a regular issuer in Program, furthering its leader- the public Canadian debt market, ship in sustainable finance, and with several sinking fund deben- promoting positive and equitable tures each year. Debenture issues socioeconomic outcomes. are initially distributed and trad- This $100 million bond issue ed by several Canadian invest- with a 10-year maturity, will ma- ment dealers. Retail investors can ture on December 2, 2030. In- contact their financial institutions vestors paid a price of $99.98 to to inquire about investing in the yield 1.602 per cent, which is the City of Toronto’s debentures. lowest borrowing cost the City of Debenture issues are initially Toronto has ever secured. distributed and traded by several The proceeds from this issu- Canadian investment dealers. ance will be used to help fund Retail investors can contact their Shelter, Support and Housing financial institutions to inquire Administration’s George Street about investing in the City of To- Revitalization project and 1,000 ronto’s debentures. New Shelter Beds projects. More information about the Mayor John Tory said: “In the City’s Social Debenture Pro- midst of a global pandemic, this gram is available at https://www. $100 million issuance ensures the toronto.ca/city-government/ City can continue investing in es- budget-finances/city-finance/ sential social services, affordable investor-relations/social-deben- housing and critical infrastruc- ture-program/. ture. Councillor Gary Crawford “The first of its kind in Canada, (Ward 20 Scarborough-South- the Social Debenture program west), Budget Committee Chair, demonstrates our commitment said: “Although COVID-19 has to equitable social advancements had a serious economic impact for all Torontonians. The success across the globe, capital markets of this social bond offering shows are optimistically focused on re- the continued strong market con- opening economies and easing fidence in the City of Toronto.” Pics: Social Debenture Framework Report/toronto.ca lockdown restrictions. Investor The Social Debenture Program demand remains strong and the demonstrates the City’s commit- • social and affordable hous- • access to essential services The Social Debenture Frame- bond market continues to be fa- ment to advance positive social ing (long-term care, senior services work was verified by Sustaina- vorable for the City to issue de- action and sustainability for all • affordable basic infrastruc- and emergency shelters) and lytics, a global leader in environ- bentures. The low cost of borrow- Torontonians. Eligible projects ture (access to clean drinking • socioeconomic advancement mental, social and governance ing will help us fund more key are capital projects for various water, sewage and sanitation sys- and empowerment (public librar- research and ratings. This verifi- capital projects that align with the social initiatives, including: tems and transit) ies and community hubs). cation ensures the City’s frame- City’s social priorities.” InvestBrampton.ca Offers Tools For Entrepreneurs BRAMPTON: The City of necting with potential investors, Brampton has launched Invest- particularly foreign investors, as Brampton.ca, a new website we move towards economic re- which provides a centralized on- covery from COVID-19. line source for local businesses, “We will need to significantly entrepreneurs and potential for- shift our approach to Foreign eign investors to access the infor- Direct Investment missions as mation and resources they need part of the new way we do and to locate or grow their business attract business. In addition to in Brampton. The new Invest- our one-to-one conversations Brampton.ca website was high- and relationship building efforts, lighted as an immediate action investbrampton.ca will enable in the City’s Economic Recovery our potential investors to gather Strategy. much of the initial informa- With a focus on interactivity, tion they need easily and in one the website makes it easy for site Pic: investbrampton.ca/ place.” selectors, potential investors, and Michael Palleschi, Regional local businesses to find infor- the City to move forward with economic recovery include the rent businesses, and bringing Councillor, Wards 2&6; Co- mation quickly and easily and restarting the local economy. The City’s Support Local campaign new investment into our City will Chair, Mayor’s COVID-19 Eco- connect with expert advisors. Mayor’s COVID-19 Economic and digital ShopHERE program. be key focuses for us. This new nomic Support Task Force, said: New features include: a central Support Task Force guided the Brampton is home to almost website is one of the ways we’ll “The Economic Support Task resources page, a site selection development of the City’s Eco- 74,000 businesses. In 2019, the help support our existing busi- Force has been working diligent- tool and direct access to the new nomic Recovery Strategy, which Brampton Entrepreneur Centre nesses and highlight the many ly with local businesses during investment services team who will be achieved by implement- conducted almost 1,000 small benefits Brampton offers as an COVID-19 and is committed to provide a personalized, custom- ing actions under each of the four business consultations and han- ideal investment location!” maintaining this support so that ized service for potential inves- cornerstones: Innovation, Tech- dled over 10,000 small business our local economy can recover tors. The site also features a chat nology and Entrepreneurship, inquiries. Paul Vicente, Regional Coun- and come out stronger. Our Eco- capability. Investment, Infrastructure, and Mayor Patrick Brown said: cillor, Wards 1&5; Co-Chair, nomic Recovery Strategy will On May 13, Brampton Council Arts, Culture & Tourism. “As we continue our work on Mayor’s COVID-19 Economic help ensure our City’s resilience approved the Economic Recov- Other initiatives recently Brampton’s economic recovery, Support Task Force, added: “We and competitive advantage as we ery Strategy as a framework for launched to support Brampton’s retaining and expanding our cur- need to look at new ways of con- move forward.” Peel Police Continues TM Anti-Street Racing Blitz Make One Small Monthly Payment For all Your DEBTS! Region of Peel: Ille- traffic blitz, officers investigated gal street racing and aggressive 1606 vehicles, laid 18 criminal Ask Yourself ? high speed driving continue to charges, and seized 14 vehicles. be a problem on our roads. Peel All combined, officers issued 414 - Are you using your Overdraft all the time? Regional Police are continuing Highway Traffic Act tickets, 137 their engagement in a strategic By-Law notices and attended 116 - Are creditors constantly Threatening & Harassing you at home or at work? enforcement initiative to combat calls for service that were directly this dangerous behaviour. 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It is encouraging to ties on Streets Everywhere) is to see that our citizens are just as - Are you afraid of Losing your car, house, RRSP, Stocks or any other asset? change poor driver behaviour disturbed as we are by the driv- - Do you have Court Orders against you? through education and strategic ing behaviours they observe on Ajay Oberoi Professional enforcement. our roads,” said Acting Sergeant - Are you having any trouble with Government (CRA) about personal tax or Credit Counsellor Street racing is an illegal and Donna Maurice, the sergeant in dangerous activity that risks the charge of the E.R.A.S.E. team. any other tax issues? lives of everyone, racers and the “Our officers work tirelessly try- community at large. ing to keep the roads in Peel Re- If you answered “Yes” to any of the above questions then you should contact us Over last month, officers from gion a safe place; it’s great to see for a Private & Con dential meeting with one of our Credit Counsellors our Road Safety Services Bureau the Police and the public working have overseen targeted week- together to make that happen.” end enforcement. 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A-10 | Friday, June 19, 2020 astro www.WeeklyVoice.com Your Fortunes This Week Forecast for 19th June to 25th June 2020 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- (March 21-April 20) CANCER -(July 22-July 22) LIBRA -(September 24-October 23) CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 21) You may have to abandon your idea, as You will need to direct your energies in If relaxation is what you seek, get rid of There is little chance of someone tak- it does not look practical. Plans may be thinking and doing positive, if you want all sources of interruption. Your efforts on ing your side in a dispute. You will gain afoot for organising a family gathering at a happy state of mind. Financial help will the professional front will start bringing enough confidence to put your point across home. Your help to someone in his or her be forthcoming for those seeking it. Hand- good returns. Adjustment problems faced to higher ups on the professional front. A upcoming event will be highly appreciated some profits can be expected in a business. on the social front will become a thing of competitive situation on the academic front on the social front. Attracting people from A lifestyle change is possible for some, just the past, as you manage to establish your is likely to bring out the best in you. Your the opposite gender is foretold, so rejoice to live healthily. Your creativity and eye own identity. Much loving and sharing is financial position remains strong. A shop- as romance seems just round the corner! for detail is likely to prove a boon for your foreseen on the romantic front. Marriage ping spree is on the cards, as you are in Neglecting something important at work home. You may feel reluctant to attend a of someone eligible in the family may get mood to splurge. Enjoying the company of may go against you. Over confidence on social gathering and succeed in avoiding it. fixed or solemnized. Be careful of bad in- like-minded people is foretold. Health re- the academic front may be your undoing. Lucky No.: 7 vestments to avoid financial instability. mains satisfactory. Lucky No.: 1 Lucky Colour: Forest Green Lucky No.: 5 Lucky No.: 9 Lucky Colour: Silver Lucky Colour: Yellow Lucky Colour: Violet LEO -(July 23-August 23) TAURUS -(April 21-May 20) Curb your tendency of unnecessary criti- SCORPIO -(Oct. 24-Nov, 22) AQUARIUS (Jan.22-Feb.19) Your efforts to make an event a suc- cism, as it may not be taken well. Peace Much effort may be required to live up to There is a good chance of meeting some- cess may meet with partial success. Good and tranquility prevails on the home front the expectations of the one you want to im- one you adore sooner than you expect! You news awaits you on the financial front, as and will help you unwind. Spending a few press. Recent developments on the social are likely to win over people who matter chances of coming across big money can- leisurely hours with friends and associates front may make you change your opinion on the professional front by your excellent not be ruled out. Resuming workouts will is possible. Distance will not manage to about someone. Hurdles can be expected performance. This is a good week to earn be a step in the right direction and help keep you apart from the one who genuinely by those pursuing a specific goal, but they money, so go ahead with your ventures you in regaining total fitness. Socially, you loves you, so expect him or her to drop by will be able to overcome them. Seek the without fear of failure. Self-discipline and will be able to impress those who are the and surprise you! You will curb your urge best price for something that you want to focus will be the key factors in maintain- movers and shakers in your circle. Making to splurge in a shopping spree, as better sell and don’t sell it cheaply. Stepping up ing top physical condition. You may get plans for a romantic evening out with lover sense prevails. workouts to become fit is possible. Health involved in organising something for your is indicated. Lucky No.: 9 remains satisfactory. near and dear ones. Lucky No.: 3 Lucky Colour:Sky Blue Lucky No.: 8 Lucky No.: 3 Lucky Colour: Teal Lucky Colour: Purple Lucky Colour: Sandy Brown VIRGO -(August 24-September 23) GEMINI -(May 21-July 21) Someone may be reluctant to trust you SAGITTARIUS-(Nov. 23-Dec. 21) PISCES (February 20-March 20) This turns out to be a favourable week on face value, so don’t leave any stones Maintain your stand on something you There is a good chance of getting togeth- for you. You are likely to remain socially unturned in proving your credentials. You feel strongly about and you will come out er with someone for a common cause. You active in this week and enjoy every mo- will get the opportunity of sharing your the winner. You are likely to make a special will be able to turn your creativity into cash ment of it! On the business front, you are deepest feelings and emotions with lover. place for yourself at work due to you con- by showcasing your work. Profits accrue on the verge of signing a big deal. Pursuing Some of you may concentrate on your tribution on the professional front. Spend- for those in the field of art or media. Choos- your academic dream becomes possible body just to be able to undertake a physical ing time with someone who is near to your ing the right options on the health front is now. Help will be forthcoming for some- venture. heart is indicated on the social front. A ro- foretold and will help you in coming back thing you wanted done at home. Someone You may not like a parent or family el- mantic situation promises to sweep you off in shape. House owners can expect to de- is likely to express his or her love for you der keeping track of your activities. Lack your feet in a social gathering! Travelling mand good rent for their property. A long and place you on a pedestal! Health re- of thoroughness may prove a bane for you with near and dear ones is indicated and journey is indicated and will prove most mains excellent. on the academic front. will be fun. exciting. Lucky No.: 5 Lucky No.: 2 Lucky No.: 1 Lucky No.: 7 Lucky Colour: Rust Lucky Colour: Magenta Lucky Colour: Lime Lucky Colour: Yellow

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{VIII} Number 8 people lucky for them. have a life of 17 years! {Saturn} Sourav Ganguly, a number 8 is a 17/7 was also the 197th (17=8) classic case of Number 8. As soon day of the year! 4 & 8 an extreme People born on the 8th, 17th, and as 2006 {8} came in, he suddenly mix. Ukraine that’s already brew- 26th in any month are termed as lost the huge pedestal he ruled for so ing with militancy adds to 22! Number 8 people, ruled by the plan- many years. To top it, he entered his 17+7+2014=4 too! et Saturn. The number 8 rules Cap- 35th {8} year too during the same The fact that the Malaysian Air- ricorns, Aquarians and Librans too. period, and had to literally sit out lines MH-370 was the 404th (8) COMMENTS: Number 8 people during most of his 35th year. Ditto Boeing 777 produced is mind blow- {Saturn}: with Saturn ruled Capricorn, Rahul ing! Did u know the date & Day of Saturn is usually a planet which Dravid, who very suddenly declined disappearance? 8th March, (8, Sat- take trials and tribulations, and after from captaincy, and soon faced loss urn) also was a Saturday! (Shani- which, eventually rewards the per- of form, again in his 35th year too! war)’’ At the same time, Saturn can son amply. Saturn ruled Libran, Shewag do wonders too. Incident ally both Usually the first half of a number wasn’t doing well with Jersey # 44, 8 our PM’s are No 8’s whose name 8 is associated with struggle. The and in fact, ironically, though being added to Auspicious Numbers. second half however compensates a specialist 1 Day player, his averag- Dr Manmohan Singh (1, Sun) & for the first. Sometimes it is vice es in the shorter version of the game Narendra Modi (5, Mercury) versa. is a dismal 29 as opposed to around Lucky Numbers: With the struggle, Saturn also a healthy 52 in Test cricket, where Their most Lucky numbers are gifts with will power and determina- he doesn’t have to don a Number 44. characters (xi, ‘joy’, ‘happiness’). on 26/11, that lasted 62 hours {62=8} the “one’, “three”, “five” and “six” - tion. Unless born in a wealthy fam- {Thankfully, better sense pre Telephone number 8888-8888 Mumbai faced its worst natural and all its series and should try to vailed as after our suggestion, he has - ily, number 8 persons usually have was sold for USD$270,723 in calamity on 26/07/2005. the com- carry out important plans and en taken off 44} gagements on dates which make to work a little harder than usual to Chengdu, China. pound was a 4 {26+07+2005=4}. Vajpayee, a Capricorn, also ruled these numbers, such as the 1st, 3rd, get what they deserve. However even in China there have Exactly two years later, on the 26th indirectly by 8 also found 4 unlucky, 5th, 6th, 10th, 12th, 14th, 15th, 19th, Number 8 ruled by Saturn, are been many earthquakes on dates of July {also a Shaniwar} the bomb becoming PM for 13 days, then 13 21st, 23rd, 24th, 28th and 30th. often misunderstood and accused adding to 8. In fact on 09/10/2005, blasts rocked Ahemedabad taking so months, then lost the assembly elec- Lucky Colors: for things they never committed. we had predicted {in Mid-Day} that many innocent lives. tions after the results were out on the Lucky colors are blue, cream and The best of lawyers and doctors do on 26/11/2005, there was a possibil- In Bhuj, Gujarat, a huge quake not understand them. They must 13th {4}. ity of such a disaster. Very unfortu- took thousands of lives on 26/01. white. They should avoid black and therefore avoid partnerships and liti- Bjp again lost the last elections to nately, there was a huge quake in then on 08/10/2005, which was also red. gation, as they would find others at Congress and Ncp, as the elections China on that very date. Actually, a Shaniwar or Saturday, Pakistan Lucky Stones: variance with their nature. were held on the 13th! that date was triply ruled by Saturn, and Srinagar lost more than 60,000 Their Lucky Jewel is the Blue Line of work: Number 8 people should avoid as it was firstly on a Shaniwar {Sat- lives. The Malegaon blasts hap- sapphire of approximately 4 to 5 They tend to build up their own Black. The best remedy for them is urday}, to top it, the date was 26 pened on 08/09 too and the Jaipur carats, right hand ring finger, to be fortunes, with hard work, and are to alter their spellings and bring it {26=8} and 26+11+2005=8 too! blast on 13/05. Godhra tragedy hap- worn in silver on a Saturday, 2 hours not usually lucky in any form of on 1,3,5 or 6. Some # 8’s have done The Tsunami which took over pened on 26/02. 40 minutes before sunset, chanting gambling, speculations or “get rich pretty well, especially when their 2,00,000 lives and destroyed so 17-17-17-17= Malaysian Air- the following mantras 18 times: quick” schemes and should stay named added to such Numbers by many other lives also was triply lines Tragedy! MH-17 that was shot Aum Shum Shanischaray Namah. away from all this. default. For instance, Dr Manmohan riddled by 8 as it happened in the down added to 26 or 8 while it hap- But before wearing, they need to They may also do well in any Singh adds to # 1; Roger Federer to Saturn ruled Capricorn period, and pened on 17/7. Tragedy not only first test it for around 10 days to see - mental aspect as in teaching, Deep 5, Raveena Tandon to 6. 26=8; 26+12+2004= 8 too! happened on 17/7, it first flew on the whether it suits them or not. Am - ethyst is however a safer substitute, study, concentration, exact and just Shilpa Shetty and Dimple Kapa Before the horrible terror attacks same date,17 July (1997=8 too) to reasoning, art, lines of creativity, dia, are amongst Number 8. {Both which does not have to be tested.. music, acting, modeling, mining, 08/06} Lucky Octaves or forms of Num- teaching, dealing in property, and In China, however, 8 is consid- bers for your Cell Phone {without real estate, farming, mathematics, ered to be a lucky #; no wonder the country code} / Bank A/c/Locker Accountancy, Medicine, occasions Olympics were on 08/08/2008, and No/Flat Number: requiring an absolutely balanced the compound was 8 too. Total of 6, 24, 33, 42 or 60 {not and unemotional state of mind. The word for “eight” in Chinese 15, 51, 69, 78 etc} Number 8 people will find the (Pinyin: bā) sounds similar to the For eg: 9870052506= 42 OR numbers of “fours”, and “eight” word which means “prosper” or 9070052505= 33. And as second drawn toward them and playing an “wealth” (short for Pinyin). In re- option, Total of 1, 19, 37 or 46 important role in all their affairs, and gional dialects the words for “eight” {not 10, 28, 55, 64, 73 etc} For eg: Dates such as 4th, 8th, 13th, 17th, and “fortune” are also similar, eg 9870052645= 46 OR 9870052600= 22nd, 26th and 31st or any numbers Cantonese “baat” and “faat”. There 37. that total up to the root of the 4 and is also a resemblance between two And as 3rd best option: Total of 8. They must instead avoid these digits, “88”, and the shuang xi 5, 23, 32, 41 or 50 {not 14, 59, 68 Numbers and dates for anything (‘double joy’), a popular decorative etc} For eg: 9870052505= 41 OR design composed of two stylized 9070052405= 32. important, as such Numbers are un- Shilpa Shetty Sourav Ganguli www.WeeklyVoice.com matrimonial Friday, June 19, 2020 | A-11

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Despite economic uncertain- “Consumers are adapting dur- ties, nearly 6 in 10 Ontarians ac- ing this extraordinary time, and tive in the real estate market still their willingness to embrace believe that buying a home today new tools tells us that the Cana- – even during the COVID-19 dian dream of home ownership pandemic – remains a very good remains strong, even during the (19%) or good (37%) investment. COVID-19 pandemic.” Only 1 in 10 Ontarians think it is About the survey a poor (8%) or very poor (3%) in- An online survey of Ontario vestment. residents aged 18+ who are ac- “We have historically had a Graphics: Ontario Real Estate Association tive in the real estate market was strong real estate market here conducted between May 7 – 15, in Ontario,” said OREA Presi- comes with it – is impacting what Just over 4-in-10 Ontarians say the ages of 18 to 34. Only one in 2020 through Nanos Research. dent Sean Morrison. “This new buyers are looking for in their they are open (10%) or somewhat three Ontarians say they are not Opinions were gathered from data underscores the important next home. 1 in 4 buyers have open (32%) to purchasing a home at all open to buying a home sight 1,073 Ontario residents. role real estate can play in On- now shifted their preferences if they could only view it virtu- unseen. The total number of partici- tario’s economic recovery as we when searching for their next ally using online tools. Among the 42% of Ontarians pants was weighted by age and move towards a post COVID-19 home, specifically when it comes This is particularly true with who are open or somewhat open gender according to Statistics world.” to a bigger property with more younger Canadians: 47% of those to purchasing a house they had Canada census data. The sample COVID-19 – and the physi- space/amenities (28%) and more open or somewhat open to virtu- only viewed virtually, more than is geographically stratified to be cal distancing and isolation that outdoor space (25%). ally buying a home are between 8 in 10 say it would be important representative of Canada. Real Estate Remains Preferred Asset Class In India New Delhi: Real estate con- - The Indian Real Estate Con- still perceived as the preferred alty have remained muted for the A majority of respondents sur- tinues to be a preferred asset class sumer (April-May 2020)’, the mode of investment, followed by past few years, but are still a key veyed (73 per cent) comprise for investors amid the uncertainty report showed that the real estate gold (28 per cent), fixed depos- deterrent, with the perception of ‘first time homebuyers’, who emerging out of the pandemic, consumer remains positive with its (22 per cent), stocks (16 per being still unaffordable, accord- are looking to buy a ‘ready-to- according to a report by National regard to the economic scenario cent) and homebuyers are likely ing to nearly half of the potential move-in-house’ for end-use and Real Estate Development Coun- and income stability for the com- to slowly return to the market in homebuyers surveyed, who are are from the age group of 25-45 cil and Housing.com. ing six months. the coming six months,” it said. currently staying in rented ac- years. The survey was conducted Titled ‘Concerned yet positive “Real estate (35 per cent) is Price-points of residential re- commodation. in April and May 2020. B-2 | Friday, June 19, 2020 realty www.WeeklyVoice.com Home Sales And New Listings Rise In May Ottawa: Statistics released British Columbia while declining today by the Canadian Real Es- trends already in place in Alberta tate Association (CREA) show have accelerated. Across the rest national home sales and new list- of the Prairies, where sales have ings were up noticeably in May been doing comparatively much 2020 compared to April, though better against history than in still historically low at this point. much of the country, price trends Home sales recorded over Ca- have actually been stabilizing. nadian MLS® Systems rebound- The Greater Golden Horseshoe ed by a record 56.9% in May has generally seen it’s rapidly ac- 2020; although, that is as a per- celerating prices put into a stall centage of the weakest month of for now, while further east in April on record. As such, the May Ottawa, Montreal and Moncton, gain constituted a return of only a prices appear to have been able third of the activity lost between to continue climbing albeit at a February and April, and the May slower pace. 2020 sales figure was still the The non-seasonally ad- lowest level for that month since justed Aggregate Composite the mid-1990s. (Chart A) MLS® HPI was still up 5.3% on Transactions were up on a m- a y-o-y basis in May. o-m basis across the country. The MLS® HPI provides the Among Canada’s largest markets, best way to gauge price trends sales rose by 53% in the Greater because averages are strongly Toronto Area (GTA), 92.3% in distorted by changes in the mix Montreal, 31.5% in Greater Van- of sales activity from one month couver, 20.5% in the Fraser Val- to the next. ley, 68.7% in Calgary, 46.5% in ogy to list and show properties, in May compared to April. As other variables like active listings The actual (not seasonally ad- Edmonton, 45.6% in Winnipeg, as well as completing all required with sales activity, gains were re- would be expected to fall at a justed) national average price 69.4% in Hamilton-Burlington forms. REALTORS® remain the corded across the country. much slower pace. Anecdotal ev- for homes sold in May 2020 was and 30.5% in Ottawa. best source for information and With new listings having re- idence suggests many sellers who $494,500, down 2.6% from the In most cases, the sizes of guidance when negotiating the covered by more than sales in already had homes on the market same month the previous year. the increases listed above were sale or purchase of a home in May, the national sales-to-new before mid-March may have left The national average price is somewhat proportional to the these extraordinary times,” con- listings ratio fell to 58.8% com- the listings up for now but drasti- heavily influenced by sales in the size of declines recorded in April, tinued Poulopoulos. pared to 63.3% posted in April. cally curtailed the extent to which Greater Vancouver and the GTA, and because it requires exponen- While this statistic has moved they are actively trying to sell two of Canada’s most active and tially larger increases to recover Mixed Bag lower, the bigger picture is that during the lockdown. expensive housing markets. Ex- from larger declines, some of the “May’s housing numbers are this measure of market bal- With many of those now com- cluding these two markets from markets with the smaller gains in certainly a mixed bag of re- ance has been remarkably little ing off the market, overall ac- calculations cuts almost $94,000 May but also smaller declines in sults – sales and new listings are changed considering the extent tive listings have fallen by about from the national average price, April are currently doing better both way up month-over-month to which current economic and a quarter as of the end of May, trimming it to about $401,000. relative to history. but still way down compared to social conditions are impacting bringing them down among the In the months ahead, the extent Actual (not seasonally ad- year ago,” said Shaun Cathcart, both buyers and sellers. lowest levels on record for that to which sales fluctuate in these justed) sales activity was still CREA’s Senior Economist. “The The number of months of in- time of the year. two markets relative to others running 39.8% below last May, big picture is things are moving ventory is another important The Aggregate Compos- could have large compositional marking the lowest May sales fig- in the right direction but still have measure of the balance between ite MLS® Home Price Index effects on the national average ure since 1996. Y-o-y declines in a long way to go. That said, under sales and the supply of listings. It (MLS® HPI) was unchanged price, both up and down. the larger markets were clustered the surface those numbers have represents how long it would take (-0.08%) in May 2020 compared For example, the national av- in the 40%-50% range. been steadily rising from mid- to liquidate current inventories at to April. (Chart B) erage price in May 2020 was “REALTORS® across Cana- April right through the first week the current rate of sales activity. Of the 19 markets currently likely held lower by a relatively da are pleased to note increases of June, so June may end up a There were 5.6 months of in- tracked by the index, 18 posted large sales rebound in Montreal in home sales and new listings similar story. With sales and new ventory on a national basis at the either m-o-m increases or smaller and some other relatively more across the country in May,” stat- listings moving down and now end of May 2020, down from 9 decreases compared with April, affordable markets. Indeed, the ed Costa Poulopoulos, Chair of back up in tandem, and overall months in April. The temporary including 5 that saw a gain in share of seasonally adjusted na- CREA. “We continue to help cli- supply still falling, prices appear jump in this measure recorded May following a decline in April. tional home sales made up by the ents stay safe by complying with to be holding firm at this point.” in April reflected the fact that Generally speaking, since the provinces of British Columbia government directives and ad- The number of newly listed sales were expected to fall right COVID crisis began small de- and Ontario hit its lowest level on vice, and continue using technol- homes climbed by a record 69% away amid lockdowns; whereas, clines in prices have been seen in record in May 2020. FOR FREE MARKET EVALUATION For Quick Online Evaluation Visit www.GetHomeValue.co Realty Specialists Inc. RAV & AMAN Brokerage Broker MURADIA Sales Rep 7 Locations Together Across G.T.A. 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We welcome your input The Toronto Regional Real Es- and thoughts on how we can im- tate Board (TRREB) is equally prove our communities together.” concerned about anti-Black rac- Last week, Sean Morrison ism and acts of racism against Ontario Real Estate Association any group in our society. President also spoke on the sub- “TRREB is proud to serve a ject. He stated: “OREA values membership of over 56,000 that tolerance, diversity and inclusiv- is a microcosm of Greater To- ity. We will look at training and ronto Area (GTA) residents. Our resources for staff and volunteers Members, leadership and TRREB on biases and diversity, expand staff reflect and serve communi- our outreach opportunities and ties made up of individuals from partnerships, especially those that diverse ethnic, racial and multi- are Black and BIPOC-led. cultural backgrounds. “The OREA Board of Direc- “TRREB firmly believes that tors will be coming together this the GTA’s diversity is one of its month to discuss ways that we greatest strengths. It requires us can lead in supporting diversity, to collectively work together to stemming discrimination in our preserve this. Please do your part profession, and elevating our vis- (NC) Are you looking to buy – your home is enrolled in the prov- Ontario’s new home warranty to embrace inclusion. We prom- ible minority Members within the or have you just bought – a resale ince’s warranty program. Enter is broken down into one-, two- ise to do ours. 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Find more real estate investment trust fo- ing automotive dealership real Directory, it’s easy to figure out if What does the warranty cover? information at tarion.com. cused on owning and acquiring estate properties. - CNW Owning A Home Beyond Reach For Most Indians New Delhi: As the pan- demic and the lockdown severely dented businesses across sectors and the income of a common man for over two months, leav- ing people’s financial prospects utterly uncertain, a large number of Indians now feel their hopes of purchasing a home of their own would remain a dream. The IANS-CVoter Economic Battery Wave survey showed that around 24.6 per people in the middle income group and 18.3 per cent in the low income group feel a home of their own is be- yond their reach now. Interestingly, the despair exists despite the government’s latest announcement of extending the Credit Linked Subsidy Scheme (CLSS) for middle income groups to buy affordable housing Image by Bernd Müller from Pixabay units for one more year till March 31, 2021. ried out with a sample of 1,200 Demand for two-wheelers ation. needs are not affordable anymore. This very feeling of incapabil- people. tends to reflect the shape of the Over 2 per cent people in the The financial impact of the ity of purchasing a house is not Interestingly, many people in economic situation and that very low income group also think of lockdown on an average Indian’s limited to the low and middle in- the higher income group also segment would see a major im- buying these appliances as a dis- life can be gauged from the fact come groups, as the survey also feel that they would not be able pact. Around 7.5 per cent respon Did- tant you dream seenow. The hopes of that 32 per cent respondents in the showed that nearly 7 per cent re- to buy a four-wheeler now. The dents in the low income group owning a shop for several people low income group felt that they spondents from the higher income ‘CovidTracker Economy Survey now feel they won’t bein able the to of paper...the low income group have can survive even less than month group feel their plans of buying a Wave 4’ showed that 17.2 per buy a two-wheeler vehicle. been dashed as around 3.5 per without income, while 19.6 per home have been derailed. cent of the respondents in the Plans of owing a television, cent respondents said that they cent of the middle income group Around 17.6 per cent people in segment feel that buying a car is refrigerator or an air-conditioner can’t afford to own a shop now. felt the same. Only 28.7 per cent the higher income group said that beyond their reach now. also seem to be have been post- Plans for buying a phone or a of them in the middle income they will not be able to purchase Around 7.4 per cent and 5.8 per poned by many as 3.5 per cent laptop also have been deferred by group said that they can survive a property while 8.2 per cent and cent respondents in the middle and 3.2 per cent respondents, re- many as 2.4 per cent, 1.9 per cent, just a month with their savings 6.3 per cent respondents in the income and low income group spectively, in the middle income 2.8 per cent people in the low in- and without any income, while 25 middle income group and the low now may not be able to buy a and higher income group have come, middle income and higher per cent in the low income group income group, respectively, felt four-wheeler or a three-wheeler said that they cannot purchase income groups, respectively, said too can survive just a month on the same, showed the survey car- -- tractor or auto. the appliances in the current situ- that both these technological their savings.

the hardware store is having I’ve got a huge Home two rooms Improvement to paint. Sale? Community Newspapers Your Local Social Network THE WEEKLY VOICE www.WeeklyVoice.com Friday, June 19, 2020 | B-5 voice entertainment Dalip Tahil Features In Ruhil Makes International Short Film A Film On Mumbai: Veteran actor Dalip Tahil has featured in an inter- national hort film to celebrate Domestic Bloomsday, which commemo- rates and celebrates the life of Irish novelist, short story writer, poet, teacher, and literary critic. Violence James Joyce. Titled “A New Day Will Be”, the short film uses Joyce’s time- Former Miss India and actress less words to create a contem- Ruhii Singh recently made a short porary take on “Ulysses” with film titled “That Neighbour’s performers from more than 40 locations. Wife”, aiming to create awareness “We are going through some about domestic violence and very testing times. The short film urging victims “not to suffer in is a poetic narration of all of hu- silence”. “It’s absolutely pathetic manity’s sentiment about this phase of our lives,” said Dalip. for someone to physically or “From silence, isolation, the psychologically intimidate desire for human touch and the their partner. Whether a man or quest for a vaccine, through re- woman, no one should suffer in membrance and resilience, to hope, love and finally affirmation, silence... the film tries to capture the emo- “We have shown a universal tions of people across borders. I signal in our short film...the am happy to have been part of this right to speak up should not be project,” he added. Apart from Dalip, the perform- abused,” Ruhii told IANS. ers also include actors Olwen The short film is directed by Fouere and Tom Vaughan-Law- Kristy De Cunha. lor, former US Democratic Presi- Ruhii said: “When Kristy dential candidates Pete Buttigieg and Beto O’Rourke, and novelist approached me regarding the Colum McCann. short film and told me the idea The original score is composed behind it, I said yes immediately and performed by Caoimhin O because I feel domestic violence Raghallaigh. Meanwhile, Dalip also lent his during this lockdown period is voice in an spiritual album titled a crucial and unsaid issue and “Guru Naam”, which commemo- needs attention and awareness. rated the 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak.

‘Om Namah Shivay’ Had ‘Breathe 2’, Starring Abhishek 52 Songs By Top Singers: Bachchan, Gets Release Date Mumba: The second sea- Director Dheeraj Kumar son of the popular web series “Breathe”, marking the digital debut of Bollywood actor Ab- hishek Bachchan, is set to release on July 10. Titled “Breathe: Into The Shadows”, the series also marks the digital debut of South actress Nithya Menen. It also stars Say- ami Kher. Actor Amit Sadh, who was lauded for his performance in the first chapter of the series, will reprise his role as Inspector Kabir Sawant in the upcoming chapter of the show. Directed by Mayank Sharma, Mumbai: Director Dheeraj Pandit Jasraj ji, who is one of the the show has been written by Kumars 1997 TV series “Om Na- biggest names in classical music. Bhavani Iyer, Vikram Tuli, Ar- mah Shivay” is set for re-telecast. We convinced him on the merit shad Syed and Mayank. He says the show had a total of 52 of the show and the track com- “We are happy to bring an all- take the audience on a new roller- platform streaming the series. songs rendered by leading singers posed by music director Sharang new avatar of ‘Breathe’,” said coaster journey of emotions and The first chapter of “Breathe” as Asha Bhonsle, Sonu Nigam Dev ably supported by the lyricist Mayank, who also directed sea- thrills that will leave you gasping was led by actor R. Madhavan. and Kumar Sanu. Abhilash. Although the title track son one. for breath,” he added. The show, released in 2018, cap- “We had a total of 52 songs has no words besides the recital “While each character in the “We are confident that our tured the blurring lines of black in the show. Since we wanted of mantra Om Namah Shivay in show has its own story to tell, customers will love this edge-of- and white with the story of a fa- the show to be larger than life, different notations, the beauty viewers will discover just how the-seat emotional thriller across ther who goes to extreme extents we had Asha Bhonsale, Kumar and the music of the song was intriguingly these storylines India and beyond,” said Aparna to save the life of his son. It also Sanu, Sonu Nigam, Shankar Ma- so appealing that Pandit Jasraj ji eventually get interwoven. With Purohit, Head of India Originals, featured Sapna Pabbi and Nee- hadevan, Alka Yagnik, Suresh agreed to sing it,” he said. this new chapter, I am excited to Amazon Prime Video, the OTT lima Kulkarni. Wadkar, Kavita Krishnamurthy, “Om Namah Shivay”, an epic Vinod Rathod, Udit Narayan, saga that celebrates the glorious Shaan, and many others. We got and eternal life of Lord Shiva Vatsal, Ishita Star In New Music Video onboard the best from the indus- will re-telecast on Colors from try to create the experience,” Ku- June 18. Mumbai: Bollywood couple mar said. The show features Samar Jai Vatsal Sheth and Ishita Dutta will He said for the title track, Singh,Yashodhan Rana, Gayatri feature in the video of new ver- they needed to have an “unique Shastri, Manjeet Kullar and Amit sion of the 2019 song “Rehne do addition”.“We decided to request Pachori among many others. zara”. While the 2019 song was origi- nally sung by Madhubanti Bag- Notice To Anushka, Amazon chi, the new version, which will release on June 19, has Soham Chandigarh: Actress The petitioner has objections to Naik on the vocals. Anushka Sharma and Amazon episode number three on “A His- “We both love music. This one Prime Videos on Monday got a tory of Violence” that was set in a is special as it’s very romantic. notice from the Punjab and Hary- village in Punjab. We have heard it ‘n’ number of ana High Court on a petition say- “The respondents have pur- times now. It’s a beautiful ren- ing the web series ‘Paatal Lok’ posely and maliciously within dition of ‘Rehne do zara’,” said had defamed the Sikh commu- intent of creating communal dis- Vatsal. nity. The notice of motion was is- harmony and caste based clashes The couple shot the music vid- this. It’s one of those songs that beautiful,” said Ishita. sued to the Union of India and 15 have shown two communities in eo at home. you can sit and listen anywhere, The actors had earlier shot a oth er respondents by the bench a bad light,” said petitioner-advo- “It’s releasing soon and we anytime and it will transplant you short film, “Kahaa Toh Tha”, dur- of Justice Arun Kumar Tyagi. cate Gurdeepinder Singh Dhillon. can’t wait to see the feedback on to a world of its own. It’s that ing the lockdown. B-6 | Friday, June 19, 2020 bollywood www.WeeklyVoice.com How The Privileged Film Club Failed Sushant... New Delhi: Sushant Singh Rajput’s Kangana, for one, seems convinced banner films including Sanjay Bhansali’s suicide has sparked off a conversation that Sushant’s films were never acknowl- “Goliyon Ki Rasleela Ram-Leela” and around the ruthless ways of Bollywood’s edged, particularly at the award ceremo- Aditya Chopra’s “Befikre”. (Incidentally, power camps -- especially for young as- nies. She also snubs the argument that he his replacement in both films, Ranveer pirants who come to realise their dreams committed suicide because of depression, Singh -- although a self-made superstar as ‘outsiders’ from all over India, with no owing to a ‘weak mind’. and an undeniable talent -- is related to bloodline to flaunt. “How can his mind be weak? If you the Anil Kapoor clan. He is Sonam Ka- The general sense that the film and tele- look at his last few posts, he is literally poor’s cousin.) vision industry does not care for its own -- begging, ‘Watch my films. I have no God- The Bollywood Privilege Club, as film- unless you are an offspring of the indus- father. I will be taken out of the industry’. maker Anubhav Sinha likes to call them, try - is not new. The subject started being In his interviews, he had expressed why has only grown in strength. Over the past widely discussed after actress Kangana the industry wasn’t accepting him. He one day, several self-made talents, young Ranaut spoke of it a while back, ironically never got acknowledgement for his films, and old, have called out Bollywood’s hy- on “Koffee With Karan”, the chat show no awards for his films like ‘Kedarnath’, pocrisy,. They have all pointed fingers at hosted by Karan Johar, often accused of ‘Chhichhore’ and ‘MS Dhoni: The Untold the self appointed “gatekeepers of Bolly- being the grand dad of nepotism for his Story’. Films like ‘Gully Boy’ got all the wood”. There have been posts by Shekhar penchant at casting star kids in projects. awards,” Kangana said. ry” and “Detective Byomkesh Bakshy!” Kapur and Ranvir Shorey, as well as close Sushant’s popularity was exceptional, The theory finds resonance in the words to “Kedarnath” and “Chhichhore”. industry watchers like celebrity hairstylist in this context. He arrived from Bihar for- of politician Sanjay Nirupam, whose From “Kai Po Che’’ in 2013 to “Chhich- Sapna Bhavnani, that indicate all may not saking a promising career in engineering, tweet says Sushant lost seven films, hore” in 2019, Sushant had nine big be well for aspirants who do not have the had his brief struggle as a back-up danc- which he had signed, even after the suc- screen releases (discounting the Netflix magic entry pass of familial connection. er and on TV, before entering the list of cess of “Chhichhore”. movie “Drive). Of these four -- “Kai Po Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur was sup- exciting, new-gen Bollywood stars. His Sushant got his acting break as the main Che”, “PK”, M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Sto- posed to make his ambitious project brief career of six years, starting from the actor’s brother in the TV show “Kis Desh ry” and “Chhichhore” -- are outright hits. “Paani” with Sushant. The film was to be urban multiplex hit “Kai Po Che” in 2013, Mein Hai Meraa Dil”. It was his second Even in the films that fared below box-of- backed by Aditya Chopra’s banner Yash to his final release, last year’s bumper hit role, in the 2009 soap “Pavitra Rishta” fice expectations --”Detective Byomkesh Raj Films (YRF). Unconfirmed rumours “Chhichhore”, has a healthy flow of box that got him fame. As Manav Deshmukh Bakshi”, “Shudh Desi Romance”, “Son- have stated that, after “Shuddh Desi Ro- office successes. So then, why did films in the Ekta Kapoor show, he became a chiriya” and “Raabta” -- his acting was mance” and “Detective Byomkesh Bak- things to a pass that whispers doing the household name. He was tagged a rising universally acclaimed as faultless. shy!”, Sushant had a fallout with YRF, rounds in the industry and on social media star after “Kai Po Che!” in 2013, and went So, why did he lose out on projects? which would have impacted his career began suggesting all the powerful banners on to prove his worth with every role he According to hearsay, over the past few and also got him in the bad books of other of Bollywood had ‘boycotted’ him? did -- from “M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Sto- years, Sushant was replaced in several big influential producers. Namit Das An ‘Institution By Kajol: Lockdown Changing Himself’ Gushes Sushmita Way We Think About Hair Mumbai: It seems actress Kajol is having ‘good hair days’ lately. On Mon- day, she posted a picture where she is seen flaunting brown locks. “#hairyselfie . This lockdown is chang- ing the way we think about hair,” she cap- tioned the image. Kajol’s sunkissed “hairy selfie” has impressed her fans on social media, natu- rally. A user commented: “So gorgeous.” Another one wrote: “Beautiful hair.” She teamed up her look with red bold lipstick. On the work front, Kajol will be seen making her digital debut with the film “Tribhanga”, which is directed by Re- nuka Shahane. It is drama set in Mumbai, weaving Mumbai: Actress and former beauty protagonist Aarya and how she is pulled a complex tale that goes back and forth queen Sushmita Sen gushes over Namit into the narcotics business when her family through three generations of the same Das, her co-actor in the web series “Aarya”, is threatened. family, from the late 1980s to modern- saying he is an “institution by himself”. Directed by “Neerja” fame filmmaker day. Mithila Palkar, Tanvi Azmi and Ku- Sushmita plays the title role of Aarya Sa- Ram Madhvani, “Aarya” is an official ad- naal Roy Kapoor also play pivotal roles reen in the crime-drama web-series, shared aptation of the popular Dutch crime drama in the Netflix release. a few stills on Instagram where she is seen “Penoza”. with Namit. The show is written by Sandeep Sriv- “This one is an institution by himself... astav and Anu Singh Choudhary, and also Sona Reinterprets Sufi Song He sings like a dream, dances with aban- features Namit Das, Jayant Kripalani, donment, writes powerfully & travels Sohaila Kapoor, Sugandha Garg, Maya Mumbai: Singer Sona Mohapatra re- for inspiration!!! He’s ALSO an Actor!! Sareen, Vishwajeet Pradhan and Manish leased her new song “Nit khair manga”, a #phewwww Introducing #Jawahar @na- Chaudhary. reworked rendition of the traditional Sufi mitdas in #Aarya. He doesn’t Act...he be- “Aarya represents strength, determina- qawwali that is predominantly performed comes!!! #natural #rockstar I have learned tion and above all vulnerability in a world by male singers. so much from you Namit, Thank you for full of crime, a world run by men. For me, In the past, the song has been widely being such a generous co star!!! I love you personally, it is the story of family, betrayal performed and recorded by the late Sufi guys!” she captioned the image. and a mother who is willing to go to any legend, Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan. “Aarya”, which marks Suhmita’s digital length to protect her children,” Sushmita Talking about the song, Sona said: “I am debut, delves into how organised crime and had earlier said about the series, which will so happy to finally present my recorded betrayal runs deep in a family. It is about stream soon on Disney+ Hotstar VIP. version of ‘Nit khair manga’ to the world. I have performed this classic on stage for a decade as an ode to Nusrat saab and his artistry but my interpretation is very dif- ferent and from a feminine perspective. As an artiste, I believe in taking a stand for what is right and also spreading positivity. Sona’s version has a funk-fusion rendi- The world really needs it at the moment, tion of the same in her documentary film more than ever before. I hope this release “Shut Up Sona”, which is being screened helps carry the message of unity and love at the documentary festival Hot Docs To- above all.” ronto in North America. Amy Takes Lockdown ‘Flower Baths’ To the Next Level Mumbai: Actress Amy Jack- son has redefined flower bath in a new post. Amy took to Instagram, where she shared a photograph of her- self dressed in an exquisite yel- low dress, posing in a bathtub filled only with flowers. “Taking lockdown flower baths to the next level,” she wrote. Amy had recently shared a photograph of herself lying next to her son Andreas, who was born to Amy and her fiance George Panayiotou last year. Amy made her acting debut with the 2010 Tamil movie “Ma- drasapattinam” and has featured in several Telugu, Hindi and Kannada films apart from Tamil films. Her last big release was the Ra- jinikanth-starrer “2.0” in 2018, which was released in Tamil, Hindi and Telugu versions. www.WeeklyVoice.com Bollywood Friday, June 19, 2020 | B-7 Parineeti Shares Sanjay Dutt Missing His Wife & Kids Her Version Of Mumbai: It’s been over two months that actor Sanjay Dutt last met his wife Maanayata and their twins Shahraan and ‘Band Baajaa Iqra. The mother and kids had travelled to Dubai before the COVID-19 lock- Baaraat’ down in India, and are still there. On Tuesday, Sanjay took to Instagram and posted a throwback picture that shows him sharing smiles with his chil- dren and wife. “I miss them so much. To everyone who is with their families right now, cherish them,” Sanjay captioned the im- age. Reacting to the post, Maanayata com- ment a string of red heart emojis on it. On the work front, Sanjay Dutt will be seen playing the antagonist in the sequel of “ KGF: Chapter 1”, starring Kannada superstar Yash. Actress Raveena Tandon is also a part of the upcoming version. Dev Patel Returns To Screen Payal Chips In To Raise COVID-19 Cash With ‘David Copperfield’ Mumbai Actress Payal Ghosh is making chocolates at home along with friends to raise funds for those who are affected by the outbreak of coronavirus in the country. Mumbai: Bollywood actress Payal is taking orders online and all the mon- Parineeti Chopra has shared her ey raised will be go towards helping the poor version of “Band Baaja Baaraat” and the ones suffering during the current crisis. in a new post on social media. “The situation is getting worse by the minute Parineeti shared a sizzling pho- and the ones who are suffering is on a big up- tograph of herself on Instagram. rising. The nation In the image, she is seen sporting needs us now. We a black lacy corset paired with have to put up our high-waisted pants, holding a hands and help in jacket and wearing a peaked cap. the situation. Ev- “’Band Baaja Baaraat’ (my ver- eryone can make sion),” she captioned the image. LOS ANGELES: As movie theaters in field re-imagines Charles Dickens’ classic contributions,” The actress, who was last North America begin plans to reopen with ode to grit and perseverance through the co- Payal said. seen on the big screen in the social distancing guidelines this summer, medic lens of its award-winning filmmakers She added that film “Jabariya Jodi”, currently Searchlight Pictures has announced that the — giving the Dickensian tale new life for a she is trying to do has three films in the pipeline acclaimed Dev Patel film The Personal His- cosmopolitan age with a diverse ensemble her best. -- “Sandeep Aur Pinky Faraar”, tory Of David Copperfield will release in cast of stage and screen actors from across “Let’s see how the Hindi remake of Hollywood cinemas on the new date of August 14, 2020. the world. Emmy® winners and Oscar® fast we can get out film “The Girl On The Train” and The film re-imagines Charles Dickens’ nominees Armando Iannucci (In The Loop, of this situation. It’s only looking bad as of now. “Saina”. classic ode to grit and perseverance through The Death Of Stalin, HBO’S Veep) and Si- We have to stay united during these times and The release of her film “Sand- the comedic lens of its award-winning film- mon Blackwell (IN THE LOOP, HBO’S help one another.” eep Aur Pinky Faraar”, which makers — giving the Dickensian tale new Succession) lend their wry, yet heart-filled Payal was last seen in “Patel Ki Punjabi Shaa- was set to open on March 20, life for a cosmopolitan age with a diverse en- storytelling style to revisiting Dickens’ icon- di”, which was released in 2017. The film also was pushed due to the outbreak semble cast of stage and screen actors from ic hero on his quirky journey from impover- stars late veteran actor Rishi Kapoor, Paresh of coronavirus in the country. The across the world. ished orphan to burgeoning writer in Victo- Rawal, Vir Das and Prem Chopra, and is direct- film also stars her “Ishaqzaade” The Personal History Of David Copper- rian England. ed by Sanjay Chhel. co-star Arjun Kapoor.

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Kala, Srishti Shrivastava, Far- amour who mostly knows how to It must have been a mammoth rukh Jafar; Direction: Shoojit get her way for nothing. task for Ayushmann Khurrana to Sircar; Rating: * * * (three stars) In the film, Amitabh Bachchan stand up to such a formidable act is cast as the haggard old Mirza, but the new-generation star sim- By Vinayak Chakravorty obsessed about shielding his ply brings out his best. mansion from a series of people He lives out the atta chakki- First thing, “Gulabo Sitabo” is who have a shark’s gaze on the waala Bankey only too authenti- positioned as a comedy but the sprawling but crumbling proper- cally, down to a heartland accent film would not fulfil definition of ty. Ayushmann Khurrana is Ban- highlighted by a lisp, and supple- the genre in the traditional Bolly- key, one of Mirza’s tenants who mented by the right physical at- wood sense. This is not first day- has not paid rent (a princely sum tributes. first show LOL stuff, and it would of Rs 30) for months. Mirza and Bankey’s show- seem a prudent move to launch Without giving away spoilers, Scene from ‘Gulabo Sitabo’ down sequences are the film’s this refined whiff on OTT. things come to a pass between the high points. Bachchan and Khur- This film is not solely about ever-bickering Mirza and Bankey padhyay’s camera). Also, while summate satire – at an individual rana clearly relish executing Amitabh Bachchan and Ayush- that both end up trying to make Chaturvedi struggles to maintain as well as a societal level. those moments. mann Khurrana, either. To savour some fast fortune off the ‘haveli’. pace of narrative, she excels with To relish that fine comedy, Yet, “Gulabo Sitabo” is not just “Gulabi Sitabo” you need to un- Juhi Chaturvedi’s script is the dialogues, impressively sus- you also need to understand the about its two lead actors. Vijay derstand that the film is as much pitched as a modernday morality taining the screenplay with lines oddities of Lakhnavi lingo. You Raaz as the arrogant archaeologi- about the quirks of Lakhnavi life. play of sorts. It is about avarice, that revel in the witty ‘mizaaz’ of would, of course, go for it drawn cal officer is comically evil. Bri- Importantly, a third significant and it oscillates between hope Lucknow. by the film’s lead cast more than jendra Kala adds exceptionally to character here is the decrepit and despair, laughter and misery, Clearly Sircar, a proven sto- its layered humour or language the plot with his wily lawyer act. ‘haveli’ (mansion), Fatima Ma- to drive home the message that ryteller, was trying to narrate a specifics. Amitabh Bachchan and Srishti Shrivastava as Bankey’s hal, which the tale is centred on good, in the end, will triumph. storyline that works in layers, as Ayushmann Khurrana are the ob- sister Guddo has to be the find of and which becomes a silent pro- Despite a fascinating core “Piku” did. As a very basic en- vious draws, setting up an engag- the film. tagonist for the bittersweet dram- concept, writing is not the best tertainer that is where “Gulabo ing equation of conflict. Finally, you have Farrukh Ja- edy to unfold. aspect of the film. Somehow, di- Sitabo” fumbles, when compared Bachchan’s heavy prosthetics far as Fatima Begum, Mirza’s To appreciate the satire element rector Shoojit Sircar needs to fall to “Piku”. may not be something that would wife and the cleverly under- the film tries putting across, one back on his performers, as well Sircar’s latest sets up its hu- floor you in any away, but the played ‘hero’ of the film. Few ac- needs to understand the co-rela- as the milieu in which the story mour quotient using understated veteran makes up for the bizarre tors in recent times have exuded tion between its three protago- unfolds (Fatima Mahal as well humour that would not cater to makeover with flawless body lan- such complete screen presence nists -- the two heroes and Fatima as Lucknow city are admirably all. Dig deeper, though, and you guage to define Mirza -- an old through sheer silence as the 80- Mahal -- in the context of the ti- brought alive by Avik Mukho- might just relish the film as a con- man weighed down by age who plus veteran does in this film. No One Doing Justice To Riddhima Introduces ‘Doodle Kapoor’ Mumba: The late Rishi Kapoor’s daughter Rid- dhima Kapoor Sahni on Monday shared the arrival Horror Genre: Vishal Furia of a new dog into her family. They have named the Mumbai: Director Vishal it and felt I could contribute, that pet “Doodle Kapoor”. Furia says horror is a powerful is why I started writing ‘Lapach- Riddhima introduced the furry new family mem- genre but he feels that no one is hapi’,” said Furia. ber with an Instagram video, captioning it: “New doing justice to it in India. Back in 2017, he specifically addition to the family - Doodle Kapoor,” Riddhima His upcoming project is Nush- felt the need to make the movie in captioned the video. rat Bharucha’s horror film “Chh- Marathi because he believes that Apart from Doodle, the Kapoors also own an ori”, which is a remake of the the Marathi audience is evolved English mastiff. A few days ago, actress Alia Bhatt Marathi hit “Lapachhapi”. and appreciates good storylines. posted a few pictures that showed her cuddling and For Furia, horror is a space that “The movie did well. A year kissing Ranbir’s pet dog. is left wide open by filmmakers before it was released, it got se- Riddhima is currently spending time with her in India. He believes while there lected to 20 international film mother Neetu Kapoor in Mumbai. She reached here have been some good attempts, festivals where it mostly won. We a few days after her father, Rishi Kapoor, passed there hasn’t been a concrete released the movie in July 2017 away on April 30. movement towards serious In- and it stayed on in the theatre for dian horror movies. 11 weeks,” he said. “Horror is such a strong genre The director is looking forward Rashi Excited About Her First Song because the impact remains with to its Hindi remake now.“When Mumbai: Actress Rashi Mal, through. Rashi, who is trained in sical jazz elements with Indian the audience for life and yet when it came to ‘Lapachhapi’, I had who had shared screen space with western classical based singing, sounds and RnB beats - a I left the broadcasting industry to to strategically scale down my Kajol in “Helicopter Ela”, has has written, composed and sung perfect representation of the join the film industry, I found a production. But with the Hindi come up with her first original both the versions. different influences in my life. gaping hole in this category. I re- remake, we can scale-up the song, “Misaal/Paradigm”. “’Misaal/Paradigm’ is a song The lockdown gave me the much alised no one is doing justice to scares,” he said. The song was released in Hindi that I think everyone will connect needed time to bring this to life, as “Misaal”, a more upbeat rendi- with, especially given the current as shoots have all been paused. Impractical Jokers Want India Episode tion, in June 11. circumstances. We are all in a I wish for my music to stay with New Delhi: Impractical Jok- here or there,” Murray said. While the English version, place where we are taking a step people and I hope they love it as ers, the well-known US comedy To this, Brian Q Quinn added: “Paradigm”, comes out on June back to reexamine our lives and much as we loved making it,” she group, want to come to India to “It’s always a discussion, we 25. It will be a more soothing, how we operate. I have grown up added. shoot an episode of their popular always want to go.” The New unplugged take on it. speaking fluently in Hindi and She has previously written and show with the same name, says York-based comedy troupe also Interestingly the song, which English so I wanted the song to sung for films like “Dear Maya”, group member James Murray. comprises Joe Gatto and Sal Vul- uses classical jazz guitar and be accessible to both sets of au- for ads and as part of a musical “We would love to (come to In- cano. The troupe, also known ghungroos to create a unique diences. Hence, the decision to parody band Sachhi Savitris with dia). We’ve talked about touring as The Tenderloins, caught the sound, is a commentary on the make music in both the languag- singer Vasuda Sharma. As for there, we’ve talked about doing spiral of fame with the hidden- current human condition and es,” she said. movies, Rashi is currently work- a back-to-back Australia - India camera comedy reality TV series the pointlessness of all the daily “We have also attempted some- ing on two film projects, includ- tour or maybe shoot an episode “Impractical Jokers”. struggles that we put ourselves thing very different fusing clas- ing “Brahmastra”. 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 www.WeeklyVoice.com Friday, June 19, 2020 | B-9 voice automobile 2021 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Makes Red The Colour Of Envy

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All 2021 Corolla and a bold body kit that beats the hatchback segment … oil pump and a variable cooling is available on XSE (with CVT), Hatchback models add rear seat aftermarket in style and value. The Nightshade Returns system with electric water pump and adds embedded navigation, mounted side airbags, bringing The body kit adds a sporty front The Special Edition isn’t the help maximize engine perfor- Destination Assist (1-year trial) the car’s total airbag count to splitter, side skirts, black rear only style-enhanced Corolla mance and efficiency. The more and Remote connect (1-year 10. In addition, the 2021 Corolla roof spoiler, a rear bumper gar- Hatchback for 2021. The Night- efficient cooling system also en- trial). The Corolla Hatchback Hatchback makes Rear Cross nish and a unique Special Edition shade Edition returns, adding sures quicker cabin heating on upholds the brand’s penchant for Traffic Alert with Blind Spot badge. blackout trim and blacked-out cold days and quicker cool-down high value. The Corolla Hatch- Monitor standard on the SE grade The aggressive body kit styl- 18-inch alloy wheels to the cus- when the air conditioner is used. back S grade comes standard and above. ing is well matched to the Corolla tomer’s choice of Midnight Black The Dynamic Shift CVT with a single-zone automatic As on the 2020 versions, all Hatchback’s design, which is an- Metallic or Super White exterior (continuously variable transmis- climate control, 15-inch steel 2021 Corolla Hatchback models chored by a curvy, muscular phy- colour. 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