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Home My WebLink AboutNA2021_12_16THURSDAY DECEMBER 16, 2021 SHOW THIS COUPON TO REDEEM $10 DOLLARS OFF. VALID IN PICKERING, NORTH OSHAWA & PORT PERRY KINGS CROSS SHOPS ONLY. $10 COUPON WHEN YOU SPEND $60 IN-STORE! EXPIRES DEC 31/2021 SQUARE SAUSAGESQUARE SAUSAGE BLACK PUDDINGBLACK PUDDING ENGLISH BACK BACONENGLISH BACK BACON CUMBERLAND SAUSAGECUMBERLAND SAUSAGE FRUIT DUMPLINGFRUIT DUMPLING POTATO SCONESPOTATO SCONES MEAT PIES,SAUSAGE ROLLSMEAT PIES, SAUSAGE ROLLS &SO MUCH MORE!& SO MUCH MORE! INCLUDING:INCLUDING: Largest Selection of British Goods East of Toronto! 4 LOCATIONS ACROSS DURHAM REGION PICKERING LOCATION GRAND OPENING! FRESH BAKERY IN EVERY LOCATION! TURUNR THEH PAGETURNTHEPAGE TO SEE OURUTOSEEOUR LOCATIONS &LOCATIONS& HOURUSRHOURS PROUDPARTNERSWITH dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m New s A d v e r t i s e r | Th u r s d a y , D e c e m b e r 1 6 , 2 0 2 1 | 2 OSHAWACENTRE 25% OFF WHEN YOU SPEND OVER $50 IN-STORE ALL LOCATIONS! VALID JANUARY 2-31/2022 FROM THE KINGS CROSS FAMILY QUINTEMALLNORTHOSHAWA 1053 SIMCOE ST. N PORTPERRY 12 WATER ST. PICKERING 1084 SALK RD. UNITS 1-3 419 KING ST. W UPPER LEVEL BY THE BAY 390 N FRONT ST. BELLEVILLE BY BELL STORE ForOshawaCentre&Quintelocations,refertomallhours.1-888-654-6430 Christmas Hours Dec 16th - Dec 23rd - 9am -7pm Dec 24th - 8am - 2pm Closed Christmas Day BoxingDay-9am-4pm (PortPerrylocationclosed) Dec27th-Dec31st-10amto4pm AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR! My family & I would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas! Your support to our small family business means the world to us &our staff! May we never forget the reason for the season, nor lose the wonder that it holds. "For unto us a child is born." FROM THE PERKS FAMILY... PROUD PARTNERS WITH STORE LOCATIONS & HOURS THURSDAY DECEMBER 16, 2021 The Appliance SpecialistFamily owned & operated since 1955 2212 TAUNTON ROAD, HAMPTON APPLIANCE WAREHOUSE: 905-263-8369 • 1-800-798-5502 www.PaddysMarket.ca P a ddy’s Market COOK UP THESAVINGS SEPTEMBER 30–NOVEMBER 3, 2021 BOXINGWEEK EVENT DECEMBER16,2021-JANUARY5,2022 Enriching lives one touch and sign at a time. Learn more. Get involved. www.deafblindontario.com Sponsored by SLIDE INTO A NEW SEASON. THERE’S LOTS TO SEE AND DO THIS WINTER. CHECK OUT OUR GUIDE TO ONTARIO’S STAYCATION DESTINATIONS AT DURHAMREGION.COM/WINTERSTAYCATION More than 700 children inAjax and Pickering will have something under the Christmas tree thanks to the Toronto StarSanta Claus Fund. Now in its 17th year in westDurham, the fund provides giftboxes to children from newborn to age 12. Cathy King, the head of phi-lanthropy for the Toronto Star Charities, said the Santa ClausFund is one of two charities runby the Star, the other being the Fresh Air Fund. The Santa Fund was startedby Joseph Atkinson, who was born in Newcastle. He was theeditor and publisher of the To- SANTA FUND HELPS CHILDREN IN AJAX AND PICKERING See COVID-19,page 10 KEITH GILLIGAN kgilligan@durhamregion.com More than 700 children in Ajax and Pickering will be receiving a gift box from the Toronto Star Santa Claus Fund. Volunteers have been delivering the boxes to homes in west Durham since 2004. Graham Paine/Metroland dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m New s A d v e r t i s e r | Th u r s d a y , D e c e m b e r 1 6 , 2 0 2 1 | 4 The ETFO Durham Teachers’ Local would like to acknowledge and celebrate the incredible work of teachers and all education workers during this most difficult of school years. Despite the exceptionally challenging circumstances, educators have come together with colleagues and students to start the year and make classrooms feel warm, welcoming, and safe—virtually and in-person. The dedication to students is always remarkable, but never has this been more evident than this year. As we look to 2022, we must work with communities to build the learning environments we all deserve and need. The education system is held together by dedicated staff, provided with insufficient resources to address the increased needs brought on by the pandemic. The time is coming to elect to office those who are committed to providing the supports students need to be successful, who value and prioritize our education system. We wish all education workers, students and their families a restful break from school. Recharge and stay safe. Warmest wishes for better things in 2022. 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Phone: 416-340-1981 Web: www.mediacouncil.ca newsroom@durhamregion.com facebook.com/newsdurham @newsdurham WHO WE AREVice President Dana Robbins Regional General Manager Anne BeswickDirector of Content Lee Ann Waterman Managing Editor Mike LaceyDirector of Advertising Tanya Pacheco Director Distribution Jason ChristieDirector Creative Services Katherine Porcheron Durham Advisory CouncilDan Carter; Esther Enyolu; Jake Farr; Dr. Vidal Chavannes; Cynthia Davis; Elaine Popp/Don Lovisa; John Henry; Sue McGovern; Kerri King; SteveYamada; Kelly LaRocca; Peter Bethlenfalvy; Dr. Steven Murphy; Norah Marsh; Tracy Paterson; Chris Darling; Christina Curry CONTACT USAjax/Pickering News Advertiser Phone: 905- 579-4407 Newsroom: 905-215-0462 Sales: 905-215-0424 Classifieds: 1-800-263-6480 Fax: 905-579-2238 Web: www.durhamregion.com Letters to the editor All letters must be fewer than 320 words and include your name and telephone number for verification purposes. We reserve the right to edit, condense or reject letters. Published letters will appear in print and/or online at durhamregion.com Delivery For all delivery inquiries, please call 905-683-5117. OPINION TO LEARN HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR OWN CONTENT VISIT DURHAMREGION.COM How the world has changed in the last century, in some ways for the better! There was a tradition inthe 1800s for men to push back from the table after Christmas dinner, join a group of neighbours and choose sides to see who could shoot the most wild- life, including every birdthey saw. Then, in 1900, a handful of enlightened in- dividuals, dismayed at the dreadful toll that "Christ- mas side hunts" were hav- ing on bird populations, de- cided to count birds in-stead of killing them. It started a great new tradi- tion that's grown into a fun, healthy outing for wholefamilies during the holi- days: Christmas bird counts. More than 2,000 ofthem are held throughout the Americas now (last year 469 here in Canada). This year's three-weekcount period kicked off with the Huntsville count on Dec. 14, held as early as possible, before ice on lakes pushes all waterfowl southward. The Oshawa count is scheduled for Dec.19, and both Pickering and Uxbridge on Dec. 27. Each tally covers a 24-kilometre- diameter circle, rims of which practically overlap in southern Ontario, so a whole lot of Durham Re-gion's wintering birds will be surveyed. The best part of going on a count is getting out in the fresh air and focusing on birds — a sure cure for thenature deficit disorder so many of us suffer from. But feeder watchers peering out their windows can alsocontribute to this valuable citizen science collection of data for biologists study-ing bird populations, too many of which are in seri- ous decline. The magic of moderntechnology allows species and numbers to be com- piled so much more easily than in the old days of pap- er lists and Canada Post. I went online to Birds Cana- da and immediately founda satellite map of the coun- try peppered with count circles, from Hay River to Halifax. Click on a site and you find the compiler's con- tact information, date scheduled and a pop-upmap of the area, showing lakes, woods, roads and riv- ers — everything you'd need to take part. A glori- ous hour sped by as I roamed across Canada, checking out counts I'dlove to join. There's one in Kugluktuk, at the mouth of the spectacular Copper- mine River, which I've pad-dled! Arctic Bay, way up on Baffin Island, is the far-thest north count. How do you even find birds in win- ter darkness up there? The single participant last yearspent more than two hours in the field and somehow found four species — three common redpolls, seven hoary redpolls, five rock ptarmigan and 371 ravens, many of the last likely atthe local dump. For more information: birdscana- da.org/bird-science/ christmas-bird-count. Margaret Carney is a nature-appreciation col-umnist for MetrolandDurham newspapers. CHRISTMAS A TIME TO COUNT BIRDS MARGARET CARNEYNOTES THERE WERE469 TALLIES INCANADA LAST YEAR MARGARET CARNEY Column The common redpoll is often noted on Canadian Christmas Bird Counts, when citizens help scientists by gathering data on birds in a particular area, as its large range includes northern North America. Mike McEvoy photo COMMON REDPOLL POOR HIGHWAY DESIGN To the editor:Some traffic bottle-necks are inevitable, aswhen five lanes reduce to three on the eastboundHighway 401 in Ajax. However, a classic ex- ample of terrible design iswhere the new ramps fromthe 412 and Lake RidgeRoad come onto the west- bound 401. Traffic now backs up ev-ery day during most of the day with tremendous lossof time for thousands ofpeople and greater emis-sions from all the stalled traffic.Prior to these ramps be-ing opened, there was onlyever a traffic issue thereduring morning rush hour. Now, three ramp lanesjoin three live lanes, yet less than a kilometre fur-ther west the live lanes open up to five lanes! Had that very short, lessthan one-kilometre,stretch of highway be-tween where the ramps en- ter and the highway wid-ens been widened at thesame time as the ramps were installed, there wouldbe no bottleneck and trafficwould flow freely. To compound the prob- lem, the ramp lanes are solong that people duck intothem from the live lanes toget ahead a few car lengths and then cause furtherbackups where theysqueeze back in (More bad design!). We don't necessarilyneed more highways; weneed to have the Ministry of Transportation getsmarter about design andfix these type of choke points and bottlenecks! ANDY SCHWABE,PICKERING PICKERING OUT OF TOUCH WITH PORSCHE TRACK To the editor:Re: Pickering will behome to Porsche test track.In a recent news item, in the middle of the COP26Climate Conference,comes an announcement that Porsche will be build-ing a race track on theDurham Live site in Pick-ering. Just when we should befocusing on reducing car-bon emissions and trying to save our planet, Picker-ing will be inviting thepublic to race cars, burn-ing fuel and filling the air with tiny plastic tire parti-cles, just for entertain-ment.When will reality set in -we are on the brink of anenvironmental disaster.ROSEMARY OLIVER,PICKERING LETTERS & COMMENTARY 7 | Pic k e r i n g N e w s A d v e r t i s e r | P | T h u r s d a y , D e c e m b e r 1 6 , 2 0 2 1 dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m Stay Inside. Stay Informed. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to unfold, we will be making some changes to our website and newsletter. In regards to Canada’s federal government advising against all unnecessary travel, we will not be promoting any ﬂights, travel deals and travel packages until further notice. But, just because our travel deals have been put on hold, our team is dedicated to providing YOU, our amazing subscribers, with inspiring and informative blog content during this time! If you haven’t done so yet, please sign up for our weekly newsletter so we can keep you up to date! Please Visit Travelalerts.ca for fresh travel content, exclusive tips and more! dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m Pic k e r i n g N e w s A d v e r t i s e r | P | T h u r s d a y , D e c e m b e r 1 6 , 2 0 2 1 | 8 Weekly Community Page December 16 Customer Care Centre 905.683.7575 (24 hour line) customercare@pickering.ca@cityofpickering pickering.ca COVID-19CityResponse GetthelatestinformationonCityservices,closures, businesssupports,communityresources,andmore atpickering.ca/covid19. Upcoming Public Meetings Date Meeting/Location Time Dec16 PickeringLibraryBoard Forlocationandmeetingdetailscheck: pickeringlibrary.ca/board 7:00pm DuetoCOVID-19,meetingdetailsaresubjecttochange.Pleasevisit theCitywebsiteorcall905.420.2222fordetails. ForServicedisruptionnotificationcall: 905.831.6265ext.6073(PickeringLibraryBoardMeetings) Are you a full-time student looking for a summer job? TheCityofPickeringiscurrentlyrecruitingfor2022student positions.Opportunitiesincludethefollowing: PositionsAvailable Camps: MarchBreak March14–18 Summer June26–Sept.2 *Summeronly Back-upCampCounsellor CampCounsellor InclusionCounsellors* AssistantCampDirector CampDirector Coordinator,Inclusion,Busing& Volunteers* PickeringMuseum Village April18– FallWeekends MuseumGuide PublicWorks May2–Aug.28 (orSept.4)** StudentLabourer,Parks&Property StudentLabourer,Roads MunicipalInfrastructureStudent** StudentClerk,PublicWorks** CorporateServices May2–Aug.28 AnimalShelterSummerStudent AnimalServicesSummerStudent CulturalServices May2–Aug.28 CulturalOutreachAssistant CulturalOutreachLeader Priortoapplying,candidatesarestrongly encouragedto reviewourSeasonalHiringinformationat pickering.ca/seasonal forrequiredqualificationsand mandatorytrainingdates. Qualifiedapplicantsmustcompletetheonlineapplication form,orsubmitaresumedetailingtheposition(s)being appliedforandtheirqualifications,onorbefore Friday,January7,2022by4:30pm. DropofforMailto: HumanResourcesDepartment Online:pickering.ca CityofPickering Email:hr@pickering.ca OneTheEsplanade Fax:905.420.4638 Pickering,ON L1V6K7 Alternateformatsavailableuponrequestat905.683.7575 Notice of Vacancy in the Office of City Councillor, Ward 2 WINTER NIGHTS LIGHTS Holiday Hours of Operation (Subject to change. Please call 905.683.7575 for the latest updates.) CivicComplex(CityHall)905.683.7575 December24&31 8:30am-12:00pm December27,28&January3 Closed CHDRecreationComplex 905.683.6582 December27-30&January2 Open December24-26&31,January1 Closed PickeringAnimalShelter 905.683.7575 December24&31 10:00am-12:00pm December25-28&January1 Closed DonBeerArena 905.831.1035 December27-30,January2,3 December24-26,31&January1 Open Closed DunbartonIndoorPool 905.831.1260 December27-30 Open December24-26,31&January1,2 Closed EastShoreCommunityCentre 905.420.6588 December24&31 9:00am-12:00pm December25-28&January1-3 Closed GeorgeAsheCommunityCentre 905.420.2370 December24&31 9:30am-1:00pm December25,26&January1 Closed PickeringMuseumVillage 905.683.8401 December24-January3 Closed PickeringPublicLibraries 905.831.6265 December24&31 9:30am-1:00pm December25, 26&January1 Closed TAKENOTICEthatavacancyexistsonCityofPickeringCouncilfortheoffice ofCityCouncillor,Ward2andthatonNovember22,2021,Councildecided tofillthisvacancybyappointmentinaccordancewithSection263(1)(a)of theMunicipalAct,2001. ThetermofofficeforthispositionisfromthedateoftheCouncil appointmenttowhenthenewCouncilisdeemedtobeorganizedafterthe 2022MunicipalElection. ASpecialElectronicCouncilMeetingtoappointasuccessfulcandidatewill becalledforJanuary2022.Qualifiedcandidateswillbenotifiedofthe MeetingdatebytheCityClerk. To qualifytoholdofficeonmunicipalcouncil,candidatesmustbea qualifiedelectorassetoutinthe MunicipalElectionsAct andtherefore must: •resideintheCityofPickeringorbetheownerortenantoflandthere,or thespouseofsuchownerortenant; •beaCanadiancitizen; •beatleast18yearsold;and, •notbeprohibitedfromvotingundertheMunicipalElectionsAct or otherwisebylaw. Interested,qualifiedindividuals,mustmakeanappointment withtheCityClerkandsubmitthefollowing,inperson,during regularofficehours,MondaytoFriday,8:30amto4:30pm: •aConsentofNomineeApplicationandDeclarationofQualification;and, •aletter,nolongerthantwo(2)letter-sizedpages,identifyingthe reasonsyoufeelyouarequalifiedtofillthevacancyforCityCouncillor, Ward2. The applicationmustbeaccompaniedbytwo(2)piecesofidentification confirmingyouarearesident,ownerortenantoflandintheCityof Pickering,orthespouseofanownerortenantofland.Pleasenotethat one(1)pieceofIDmustcontainaphoto.Submissionsmustbeinperson andwillnotbeacceptedbyfaxoremail. TheConsentofNomineeApplication,DeclarationofQualification,and theapplicant’sletterwillallbeconsideredpublicdocumentsandwillbe attachedtothepublicagendafortheSpecialMeetinginJanuary,2022. ThedeadlinetoapplyforthevacancyofCityCouncillor,Ward2is 4:30pmonFriday,December17,2021. Applicationformsandadditionalinformationrelatedtothe vacancyareavailableontheCity’swebsiteat pickering.ca/councilvacancy.Pleasemakeanappointmentwith theCityClerktosubmityourapplicationandanysupplementary documentationbyemailingclerks@pickering.ca. Pleasebeadvisedthatthesuccessfulcandidate,inbeingappointedto theOfficeofCityCouncillor,Ward2,willberequiredtoshowproofof receiptofallrecommendeddosesoftheCovid-19vaccine,inaccordance withtheCity’sMandatoryVaccinationProcedure,totheHumanResources Department. QuestionsrelatedtotheapplicationprocesscanbedirectedtotheClerk’s officeat905.420.4611orbyemailingclerks@pickering.ca. Developmentproposal:A37-storeyresidentialtowerwitha 4-storeypodium,consistingof472residentialunits. Applicant:GreyrockConsolidatedHoldingsCorporation PurposeofZoningBy-lawamendment:Toincreasethe maximumbuildingheightfrom77metres(25-storeys)to116 metres(37-storeys).Theapplicantisalsorequestingsite-specific amendmentstoreducetheminimumparkingratio;removethe minimummainwallstepbackprovision;reducetheminimum requiredcontinuouslengthofabuildingalongastreetline;remove theminimumbalconydepthrequirement;reducetheminimum widthrequirementforalandscapedareabetweensurfaceparking andanexistingresidentialdevelopment;andpermitstairsand airventstobelocatedinthefrontyardandprojectmorethan1.2 metresabovegrade.Arequestisalsobeingmadetoremovethe“H6” HoldingSymbolthatappliestotheproperty. Learnmoreandprovideyourfeedback! Monday,January10,2022@7:00pm Participateelectronicallybyaudio,orwatchthe meetingliveviatheCity’sYouTubechannel: youtube.com/user/SustainablePickering AnInformationReportwillbeavailableon,orafter, December31,2021fromtheCity’swebsiteatcalendar.pickering.ca/ council.Alternatively,youcancalltheCityClerkat905.420.4611to requestacopyoftheReportbemailedtoyou. Notice of Electronic Statutory Public Meeting Ifapersonorpublicbodydoesnotmakeanoralsubmissionata statutorypublicmeetingormakewrittensubmissionstotheCityof Pickeringbeforetheproposedby-lawispassed,thepersonorpublic body: isnotentitledtoappealthedecisionoftheCounciltotheOntarioLand Tribunal;and, maynotbeaddedasapartytothehearingofanappealbeforethe OntarioLandTribunalunless,intheopinionoftheTribunal,thereare reasonablegroundstodoso. IfyouwishtobenotifiedofthedecisionyoumustmakeawrittenrequesttotheCityClerk. Formoreinformationcontact:IsabelLima,(Acting)PlannerII|905.420.4617|ilima@pickering.ca Enhanced COVID-19 Vaccine Certificate System WinterAquaticsPrograms SwimLessonsandProgramsarereturningfor JanuaryandviewableonActivenetnow. RegistrationforWinterAquaticsProgramswillstartJanuary4 forPickeringresidentsandJanuary11fornon-residents. •Parent&Tot/Pre-school •SwimLessons 4mos-5yrs •SwimKidsLessons 6-13yrs •Semi-PrivateandPrivate Lessons forallages&alllevels •Youth&AdultPrograms •AquaticLeadershipPrograms •AquafitPrograms pickering.ca/active Protectingthehealthandwell-beingofourcommunityremainsthe toppriorityoftheDurhamRegionHealthDepartment.Currently,proof ofvaccinationrequirementshaveexemptedcertainparticipantsof organizedsports,includingvolunteers,coachesandofficials.Given thesteadyincreaseinCOVID-19casesinyouthbetweentheages of12and17,thenumberofCOVID-19casesassociatedwithindoor organizedsports,andnewemergingvariantsofconcern,thefollowing preventivemeasures,inaccordancewiththeProvinceofOntarioand theDurhamRegionBoardofHealthdirectives,willbeimplemented inCityofPickeringCommunityCentresandArenaswhereorganized sportsareplayedand/orpracticed. Effective December20,2021eachparticipant,betweentheagesof12 and17yearsold,whoattendsanindoorareaofafacilityforthepurposeof participating,inanycapacity,inindoororganizedsportsand/orindoor recreationalfitnessactivities;toprovide,atthepointofentry: •Forparticipants bornbetween2004and2009 (12to17yearsof age): »personalidentificationandproofofhavingreceived atleastone dose ofaHealthCanadaapprovedCOVID-19vaccineforanyentry fromDecember20,2021toMarch14,2022,and • identificationandproofofbeingfullyvaccinated againstCOVID-19 foranyentryonorafterMarch15,2022;or »avalidexemption,foranyentryonorafterDecember20,2021. • Forparticipants bornin2009(turning12yearsoldbyDecember31, 2021) »personalidentificationandproofofbeingfullyvaccinatedagainst COVID-19foranyentryonorafterthegraceperiodof12weeks aftertheirbirthdate;or • avalidexemption,foranyentryonorafterDecember20,2021. Forthepurposesofparticipationinorganizedsportsandrecreational fitnessactivities,childrenturning12in2022willhaveagraceperiodof 12 weeksfromtheir12thbirthday tobefullyvaccinatedforCOVID-19.This allowsforareasonableopportunityforvaccinationtobecompleted,andto accommodatethecurrentrecommended8-weekintervalbetweendose1 anddose2. Effective December20,2021,inaccordancewiththeProvinceofOntario, eachindividual,age12yearsofageandolderonthedateofentry,atthe pointofentry,whoattendstheindoorareaofthefacilityforthepurposeof: coaching,teaching,instructing,officiatingatorganizedsportsor volunteering inanycapacityforanypurpose,toprovide: • personalidentification;and • proofofbeingfullyvaccinated*againstCOVID-19orproofofavalid medicalexemption, eachtimetheyenterthefacility. Childrenmayberequiredtoprovideidentification,atthepointofentry,to indicatetheirageandthattheyareexemptfromprovidingproofofbeing fullyvaccinatedagainstCOVID-19. letstalkpickering.ca/neighbourhoodlights Show UsYour Lights Pickering! November 19 - December 19 Share an outside photo of your decorated home or business for a chance to win! Formoreinformation&FAQ’s,visit pickering.ca/covid19 underRecreationProgramServices. 9 | Pic k e r i n g N e w s A d v e r t i s e r | P | T h u r s d a y , D e c e m b e r 1 6 , 2 0 2 1 dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m Pic k e r i n g N e w s A d v e r t i s e r | P | T h u r s d a y , D e c e m b e r 1 6 , 2 0 2 1 | 8 Weekly Community PageDecember 16 Customer Care Centre 905.683.7575 (24 hour line) customercare@pickering.ca@cityofpickering pickering.ca COVID-19CityResponse GetthelatestinformationonCityservices,closures, businesssupports,communityresources,andmore atpickering.ca/covid19. Upcoming Public Meetings DateMeeting/LocationTime Dec16 PickeringLibraryBoard Forlocationandmeetingdetailscheck: pickeringlibrary.ca/board 7:00pm DuetoCOVID-19,meetingdetailsaresubjecttochange.Pleasevisit theCitywebsiteorcall905.420.2222fordetails. ForServicedisruptionnotificationcall: 905.831.6265ext.6073(PickeringLibraryBoardMeetings) Are you a full-time student looking for a summer job? TheCityofPickeringiscurrentlyrecruitingfor2022student positions.Opportunitiesincludethefollowing: PositionsAvailable Camps: MarchBreak March14–18 Summer June26–Sept.2 *Summeronly Back-upCampCounsellor CampCounsellor InclusionCounsellors* AssistantCampDirector CampDirector Coordinator,Inclusion,Busing& Volunteers* PickeringMuseum Village April18– FallWeekends MuseumGuide PublicWorks May2–Aug.28 (orSept.4)** StudentLabourer,Parks&Property StudentLabourer,Roads MunicipalInfrastructureStudent** StudentClerk,PublicWorks** CorporateServices May2–Aug.28 AnimalShelterSummerStudent AnimalServicesSummerStudent CulturalServices May2–Aug.28 CulturalOutreachAssistant CulturalOutreachLeader Priortoapplying,candidatesarestrongly encouragedto reviewourSeasonalHiringinformationat pickering.ca/seasonal forrequiredqualificationsand mandatorytrainingdates. Qualifiedapplicantsmustcompletetheonlineapplication form,orsubmitaresumedetailingtheposition(s)being appliedforandtheirqualifications,onorbefore Friday,January7,2022by4:30pm. DropofforMailto: HumanResourcesDepartment Online:pickering.ca CityofPickering Email:hr@pickering.ca OneTheEsplanade Fax:905.420.4638 Pickering,ON L1V6K7 Alternateformatsavailableuponrequestat905.683.7575 Notice of Vacancy in the Office of City Councillor, Ward 2 WINTER NIGHTS LIGHTS Holiday Hours of Operation (Subject to change. Please call 905.683.7575 for the latest updates.) CivicComplex(CityHall)905.683.7575 December24&31 8:30am-12:00pm December27,28&January3 Closed CHDRecreationComplex 905.683.6582 December27-30&January2 Open December24-26&31,January1 Closed PickeringAnimalShelter 905.683.7575 December24&31 10:00am-12:00pm December25-28&January1 Closed DonBeerArena 905.831.1035 December27-30,January2,3 December24-26,31&January1 Open Closed DunbartonIndoorPool 905.831.1260 December27-30 Open December24-26,31&January1,2 Closed EastShoreCommunityCentre 905.420.6588 December24&31 9:00am-12:00pm December25-28&January1-3 Closed GeorgeAsheCommunityCentre 905.420.2370 December24&31 9:30am-1:00pm December25,26&January1 Closed PickeringMuseumVillage 905.683.8401 December24-January3 Closed PickeringPublicLibraries 905.831.6265 December24&31 9:30am-1:00pm December25, 26&January1 Closed TAKENOTICEthatavacancyexistsonCityofPickeringCouncilfortheoffice ofCityCouncillor,Ward2andthatonNovember22,2021,Councildecided tofillthisvacancybyappointmentinaccordancewithSection263(1)(a)of theMunicipalAct,2001. ThetermofofficeforthispositionisfromthedateoftheCouncil appointmenttowhenthenewCouncilisdeemedtobeorganizedafterthe 2022MunicipalElection. ASpecialElectronicCouncilMeetingtoappointasuccessfulcandidatewill becalledforJanuary2022.Qualifiedcandidateswillbenotifiedofthe MeetingdatebytheCityClerk. To qualifytoholdofficeonmunicipalcouncil,candidatesmustbea qualifiedelectorassetoutinthe MunicipalElectionsAct andtherefore must: •resideintheCityofPickeringorbetheownerortenantoflandthere,or thespouseofsuchownerortenant; •beaCanadiancitizen; •beatleast18yearsold;and, •notbeprohibitedfromvotingundertheMunicipalElectionsAct or otherwisebylaw. Interested,qualifiedindividuals,mustmakeanappointment withtheCityClerkandsubmitthefollowing,inperson,during regularofficehours,MondaytoFriday,8:30amto4:30pm: •aConsentofNomineeApplicationandDeclarationofQualification;and, •aletter,nolongerthantwo(2)letter-sizedpages,identifyingthe reasonsyoufeelyouarequalifiedtofillthevacancyforCityCouncillor, Ward2. The applicationmustbeaccompaniedbytwo(2)piecesofidentification confirmingyouarearesident,ownerortenantoflandintheCityof Pickering,orthespouseofanownerortenantofland.Pleasenotethat one(1)pieceofIDmustcontainaphoto.Submissionsmustbeinperson andwillnotbeacceptedbyfaxoremail. TheConsentofNomineeApplication,DeclarationofQualification,and theapplicant’sletterwillallbeconsideredpublicdocumentsandwillbe attachedtothepublicagendafortheSpecialMeetinginJanuary,2022. ThedeadlinetoapplyforthevacancyofCityCouncillor,Ward2is 4:30pmonFriday,December17,2021. Applicationformsandadditionalinformationrelatedtothe vacancyareavailableontheCity’swebsiteat pickering.ca/councilvacancy.Pleasemakeanappointmentwith theCityClerktosubmityourapplicationandanysupplementary documentationbyemailingclerks@pickering.ca. Pleasebeadvisedthatthesuccessfulcandidate,inbeingappointedto theOfficeofCityCouncillor,Ward2,willberequiredtoshowproofof receiptofallrecommendeddosesoftheCovid-19vaccine,inaccordance withtheCity’sMandatoryVaccinationProcedure,totheHumanResources Department. QuestionsrelatedtotheapplicationprocesscanbedirectedtotheClerk’s officeat905.420.4611orbyemailingclerks@pickering.ca. Developmentproposal:A37-storeyresidentialtowerwitha 4-storeypodium,consistingof472residentialunits. Applicant:GreyrockConsolidatedHoldingsCorporation PurposeofZoningBy-lawamendment:Toincreasethe maximumbuildingheightfrom77metres(25-storeys)to116 metres(37-storeys).Theapplicantisalsorequestingsite-specific amendmentstoreducetheminimumparkingratio;removethe minimummainwallstepbackprovision;reducetheminimum requiredcontinuouslengthofabuildingalongastreetline;remove theminimumbalconydepthrequirement;reducetheminimum widthrequirementforalandscapedareabetweensurfaceparking andanexistingresidentialdevelopment;andpermitstairsand airventstobelocatedinthefrontyardandprojectmorethan1.2 metresabovegrade.Arequestisalsobeingmadetoremovethe“H6” HoldingSymbolthatappliestotheproperty. Learnmoreandprovideyourfeedback! Monday,January10,2022@7:00pm Participateelectronicallybyaudio,orwatchthe meetingliveviatheCity’sYouTubechannel: youtube.com/user/SustainablePickering AnInformationReportwillbeavailableon,orafter, December31,2021fromtheCity’swebsiteatcalendar.pickering.ca/ council.Alternatively,youcancalltheCityClerkat905.420.4611to requestacopyoftheReportbemailedtoyou. Notice of Electronic Statutory Public Meeting Ifapersonorpublicbodydoesnotmakeanoralsubmissionata statutorypublicmeetingormakewrittensubmissionstotheCityof Pickeringbeforetheproposedby-lawispassed,thepersonorpublic body: isnotentitledtoappealthedecisionoftheCounciltotheOntarioLand Tribunal;and, maynotbeaddedasapartytothehearingofanappealbeforethe OntarioLandTribunalunless,intheopinionoftheTribunal,thereare reasonablegroundstodoso. IfyouwishtobenotifiedofthedecisionyoumustmakeawrittenrequesttotheCityClerk. Formoreinformationcontact:IsabelLima,(Acting)PlannerII|905.420.4617|ilima@pickering.ca Enhanced COVID-19 Vaccine Certificate System WinterAquaticsPrograms SwimLessonsandProgramsarereturningfor JanuaryandviewableonActivenetnow. RegistrationforWinterAquaticsProgramswillstartJanuary4 forPickeringresidentsandJanuary11fornon-residents. •Parent&Tot/Pre-school •SwimLessons4mos-5yrs •SwimKidsLessons6-13yrs •Semi-PrivateandPrivate Lessonsforallages&alllevels •Youth&AdultPrograms •AquaticLeadershipPrograms •AquafitPrograms pickering.ca/active Protectingthehealthandwell-beingofourcommunityremainsthe toppriorityoftheDurhamRegionHealthDepartment.Currently,proof ofvaccinationrequirementshaveexemptedcertainparticipantsof organizedsports,includingvolunteers,coachesandofficials.Given thesteadyincreaseinCOVID-19casesinyouthbetweentheages of12and17,thenumberofCOVID-19casesassociatedwithindoor organizedsports,andnewemergingvariantsofconcern,thefollowing preventivemeasures,inaccordancewiththeProvinceofOntarioand theDurhamRegionBoardofHealthdirectives,willbeimplemented inCityofPickeringCommunityCentresandArenaswhereorganized sportsareplayedand/orpracticed. EffectiveDecember20,2021eachparticipant,betweentheagesof12 and17yearsold,whoattendsanindoorareaofafacilityforthepurposeof participating,inanycapacity,inindoororganizedsportsand/orindoor recreationalfitnessactivities;toprovide,atthepointofentry: •Forparticipantsbornbetween2004and2009(12to17yearsof age): »personalidentificationandproofofhavingreceivedatleastone doseofaHealthCanadaapprovedCOVID-19vaccineforanyentry fromDecember20,2021toMarch14,2022,and • identificationandproofofbeingfullyvaccinatedagainstCOVID-19 foranyentryonorafterMarch15,2022;or »avalidexemption,foranyentryonorafterDecember20,2021. • Forparticipantsbornin2009(turning12yearsoldbyDecember31, 2021) »personalidentificationandproofofbeingfullyvaccinatedagainst COVID-19foranyentryonorafterthegraceperiodof12weeks aftertheirbirthdate;or • avalidexemption,foranyentryonorafterDecember20,2021. Forthepurposesofparticipationinorganizedsportsandrecreational fitnessactivities,childrenturning12in2022willhaveagraceperiodof12 weeksfromtheir12thbirthdaytobefullyvaccinatedforCOVID-19.This allowsforareasonableopportunityforvaccinationtobecompleted,andto accommodatethecurrentrecommended8-weekintervalbetweendose1 anddose2. EffectiveDecember20,2021,inaccordancewiththeProvinceofOntario, eachindividual,age12yearsofageandolderonthedateofentry,atthe pointofentry,whoattendstheindoorareaofthefacilityforthepurposeof: coaching,teaching,instructing,officiatingatorganizedsportsor volunteeringinanycapacityforanypurpose,toprovide: • personalidentification;and • proofofbeingfullyvaccinated*againstCOVID-19orproofofavalid medicalexemption, eachtimetheyenterthefacility. Childrenmayberequiredtoprovideidentification,atthepointofentry,to indicatetheirageandthattheyareexemptfromprovidingproofofbeing fullyvaccinatedagainstCOVID-19. letstalkpickering.ca/neighbourhoodlights Show UsYour Lights Pickering! November 19 - December 19 Share an outside photo of your decorated home or business for a chance to win! Formoreinformation&FAQ’s,visit pickering.ca/covid19underRecreationProgramServices. 9 | Pic k e r i n g N e w s A d v e r t i s e r | P | T h u r s d a y , D e c e m b e r 1 6 , 2 0 2 1 dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m Pic k e r i n g N e w s A d v e r t i s e r | P | T h u r s d a y , D e c e m b e r 1 6 , 2 0 2 1 | 10 Wishingyouandyourfamilya MerryChristmas! Bestwishesforthisholidayseasonandtheyearahead.Bestwishesforthisholidayseasonandtheyearahead. Peter Bethlenfalvy MPP Pickering-Uxbridge CONTACT OUR CONSTITUENCY OFFICE: 905-509-0336 • Toll Free: 1-888-444-1730 peter.bethlenfalvyco@pc.ola.org www.peterbethlenfalvympp.ca 1550 Kingston Road, Suite 213, Pickering, ON L1V 1C3 Ajax High School hasbeen closed because of aCOVID-19 outbreak. The school was closedon Wednesday, Dec. 8 andwon't reopen to in-person learning until Jan. 3.The Durham DistrictSchool Board noted on its COVID advisory trackerthat there are three activecases and the people are in isolation.In a message to parents,Eleanor McIntosh, the school principal, said,"The Durham RegionHealth Department has de- clared a facility-wide out-break at our school andhas determined that our school will be closed to in-person learning for a mini-mum of two weeks. The earliest that students willbe able to return to in-per-son classes is after the Winter Break, January 3,2022."The health department is also "strongly recom-mending that all staff andstudents seek testing for COVID-19," McIntosh add-ed."At this time, we willnot be allowing access to the school to pick up anyitems that have been leftbehind. A plan is being de- veloped to allow access tothe school to pick up anyitems that have been leftbehind. This plan will be communicated with you,"she said.Classes will continuevirtually, she noted."This will be similar towhen schools were closedlast school year and that students should be logginginto their online classroomevery day. We will be mind-ful of varying family situa- tions and your child'steacher will be contactingyour child's class to share with you the plan for learn-ing," McIntosh said. A statement from the region's health depart-ment noted, "We have de-cided to close the school/ childcare due to the num-ber of cases and the num-ber of staff and studentswho have been dismissed. The closure will preventfurther spread of CO-VID-19 within the facility." Anyone who has been atthe school in recent daysare considered at risk forexposure and should self- monitor for COVID-19signs and symptoms for 10days from their last day of attendance at the school,the statement added."The Health Depart- ment is strongly recom-mending that all staff andstudents get tested for CO- VID-19 to identify addition-al cases in the school. Toget tested, go to covid-swab.lh.ca. If you cannot access the online bookingsite, call Durham HealthConnection Line at 905- 668-2020 or 1-800-841-2729,"the statement noted. COVID OUTBREAK CLOSES AJAX HIGH SCHOOL A COVID-19 outbreak has been declared at Ajax High School and the facility has been closed until Jan. 3. Students will continue to have classes virtually. Durham District School Board photo NEWS SIGN UP FOR OUR WEEKLY NEWSLETTER AT DURHAMREGION.COM ronto Star from 1899 untilhis death in 1948. He started the fund in1906 with the aim of pro-viding gift boxes to chil- dren experiencing pover-ty in Toronto, King said.This is the 116th annualcampaign. It started in Torontoand has expanded to pro-vide boxes to children inAjax, Pickering, Missis-sauga and Brampton."Over the years, we'veincreased the number of boxes. It's 50,000 gift boxesare being distributed" thisyear, King said.That's an increase of 5,000 boxes from 2020.For children ages fourto 12, each box contains a hoodie, a hat, mitts, socks,a book, a toy, a toothbrushand toothpaste and cook-ies. Boxes for newborns to three-year-olds have babyclothing and accessories.Each box is gender neu-tral and age appropriate.King said the receptionis "pretty amazing.""Sometimes, the fami- lies come to the door to getthe boxes and when thedoor closes, you hear thescreams and squeals of de- light from the kids. It'sprobably one of the mostrewarding parts of the whole Santa Claus pro-gram, is when giving tothe children. Sometimesit's not in front of you, it's when the door closes. Youcan hear it," she added.The COVID-19 pandem-ic has made the need forthe boxes even greater,she said."It's actually been in- teresting on a number ofdifferent levels. Number 1,with the job situation andwith COVID and with physical distancing," Kingsaid, noting certain work-places had to minimize the number of employeesworking at a time to com-ply with public health reg-ulations. "And, it's affect- ing families and the num-ber of hours they areworking, and they're notgetting the hours thatthey once had," King not-ed."The job losses in the community have been sig-nificant. As well as newCanadians and the Af-ghani refugees that are coming. We've made deliv-eries to three hotels thatare now housing new Ca- nadians in that way," shesaid."The fund is also ser-vicing (homeless) shelters for families in need thathad to leave their domi-ciles for whatever reason.We try to do our best tosource kids in need rightthrough the whole sys-tem," King said. The fund works with agencies, such as OntarioWorks, disability groupsand 130 service agencies to identify children whomight benefit from thecampaign.The fund is in the mid- dle of its fundraising cam-paign, with a goal of $1.5million. It runs to Dec. 31. All the money raisedgoes into the boxes, and alladministrative fees arecovered by the Star, she said.To donate, go to https://charities.thestar.com/ santaclausfund, call 416-869-4847 and use VISA,Mastercard or AMEX, ormail cheques to Ajax & Pickering News Advertis-er Santa Claus Fund, 865Farewell Street, Oshawa,ON L1H 6N8.Visit www.thestar.com/santaclausfund for moreinformation. 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Colour availability may vary by Dealer.Vehicles and accessories are for illustration purposes only. Offers, prices and features subject to change without notice. See your Ontario Honda Dealer or visit HondaOntario.com for full details. Durham's newest spot for milkshakeshas more than 100 flavours on the menu.Holy Shakes, located at 1901 Harwood Ave. N. in Ajax, serves "gourmet fusion"shakes in retro glass bottles. You can findeverything from mango lychee to cottoncandy cheesecake on the flavour list. "These are modern desserts that are re-ally Instagram friendly, really social.They're fun to enjoy with friends," said Su- mit Kohli, co-owner of 416 HospitalityGroup Inc., the company behind HolyShakes. "Milkshakes have been here for a long time, you can get a milkshake at McDo-nald's or Wendy's. What makes ours differ-ent is the flavours — they're unimaginable." The most popular milkshake flavoursare Caramel Crunch, Hazelnut Explosion,Kit Kat Caramel Brownie and Oreo Cheese-cake. There are non-dairy coconut, almondand soy milk options as well as ice-cream al-ternatives including dairy free and low sug- ar/low carb.Holy Shakes also offers other treats suchas cake slices, waffle sandwiches and ice-cream cake jars. The Ajax Holy Shakes store is jointly located with T.O.'s Kathi RollEatery, which serves Indian fusion streetfood like Punjabi tacos, kathi rolls, butterchicken mac and cheese, tikka nachos and fusion burritos. "You can get everything under one roof,all the flavours," Kohli says. A Holy Shakes location in Oshawa is also in the works. It'sexpected to open in early 2022. Holy Shakes recently opened in Ajax offering more than 100 flavours of milkshakes served in retro glass bottles. 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Surround Yourself With Lush Greenery In Small Private Cul-de-Sac. Flat Lot With Potential To Build Up To 8,000 Sqft Home. This Is The Largest Lot Left To Build On In The Area. $3,00 0 , 0 0 0 ATLANTIS NIAGARA WINERY + CANNABIS Incredible Turn-key Opportunity!! Winery & Cannabis Greenhouses in the Heart Of Wine Country. The Perfect Location to an absolutely Gorgeous Venue and many Endless Possibilities. This is THE FUTURE of WINE VENUES! Call for More Details + Read the Google Reviews!! $9,00 0 , 0 0 0 LUxURIOUS PRIVATE ESTATE!! Extensively landscaped with natural stone & mature trees on 1.33 acres! Backing onto protected land & close to trails. Gorgeous pool with waterfall. 7500 sq ft. 5 bdrm. 6 bthrm. Separate 1000 sq ft above grade apartment. Bright walk out basement. Triple Car Garage. Coveted Neighbourhood. $2,50 0 , 0 0 0 VALUE PLUS!! Charming Bungalow For Nice And Quiet Country Life, 3 + 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bath, Cozy Finished BasementWithWood Fireplace. Private BackyardWithAn Inground Pool,2 Ponds, Garden Shed,Workshop and Gorgeous deck facing a premium lot, 50x183! SOLD FOR 102% OF ASkING! DETACHED BUNGALOW! Situated On Premium Lot.This Home Features 2 Bedrooms OnThe Main Floor,Laminate & Crown Moulding On Main,Combined Living & Dining Area, Functional Kitchen With Backsplash & Walk-Out To Gorgeous Deck From Kitchen.Finished Basement Features Spacious Rec Room With 2 Additional Bedrooms & An Extra Bathroom. Close To All The Amenities. Don’t Miss This One! SOLD FOR 140% OF ASkING OPPORTUNITY kNOCkS WITH THIS 4-PLEX! Huge potential! 4 Self-Contained Units, Corner Lot, Attached 1 Car Garage & Detached 2 Car Garage. Located within Walking Distance to Restaurants, Stores, Shopping, Schools, Public Transit and Nature Trails. SOLD FOR 162% OF ASkING ANOTHER SOLD ANOTHER SOLD ANOTHER SOLD DREAM LOT IN DEMAND AREA!! Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity To Build On A Private Well Treed Lot In One The Most Luxurious Neighbourhoods In The GTA. Detached Bungalow With Plenty Of Updates. 13,000 Sqft Lot. Yonge St Only A Few Steps Away. Custom Homes Nearby Valued $6M-$8M. This Is A Deal You Don’t Want To Miss. $1,90 0 , 0 0 0 SPECTACULAR ESTATE Prestigious Mississauga Rd 2 Storey 4 Bdrm,5 Bthrm,Surroundedby mature trees, gorgeous garden & Pond. Meticulously WellMaintained, Amazing Character thru-out, Incredible home simplymust be seen, an Entertainers delight! SOLD FOR TOP $$ OPPORTUNITY kNOCkS!! All Brick Century Home Conversion Located In ‘The Heart Of Stouffville’! This Property Features Beautiful Old World Charm, Craftsmanship & Millwork Thru-out, 9’ Ceilings, Open Foyer,Separate ReceptionArea,Large Rooms,2nd Floor Kitchen,2-Car Garage Plus Parking For 8-10 Vehicles. Amazing Street Visibility Next To Post Office. Steps To GO!!! QUIET COURT, PREMIUM LOTMeticulously maintained 3+1 bed 3 bath home located in a highly sought-after location.Large spacious kitchen. Over 2000 sqft living space. Large lush Neighboring treesallow for ample privacy and tranquil setting. Full Basement with walkout to back yard.Incredible Income/In-law Suite Potential! 5 Minutes to HWY 404, walking distance to allamenities, school, beach and lake. $1,44 9 , 0 0 0 CHARMING BUNGALOW! Prime Location In the Heart of Toronto! Prestigious Area Nested Among The Old Charm & Elegance of New Builds. 2+1 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms With In-Law Suite. Detached Garage. Do Not Miss!! $1,60 0 , 0 0 0 UNBELIEVABLE VALUE! IN HEART OF THE CITY!! Large Sun-Filled 2 Bdrm + Den unit In Downtown Toronto, With Updated Kitchen, Stainless Steel Appliances. Fantastic Building With Low Maintenance Fees! Parking Included, Steps To The Subway, Eatons Centre, & All Conveniences!! $749, 0 0 0 $699, 0 0 0 INCREDIBLE VALUE!! Detached All Brick Bungalow With Plenty Of Upgrades. 2+1 Bedrooms 2 Full Bathrooms. New Flooring ThroughoutThis Charming Oshawa Home Is Centralized In Family Friendly Neighbourhood. Lush Gardens Next To Detached Oversized Garage. Move-In Ready. Perfect For Retiring Or First Time Buyers. SOLD FOR 113% OF ASkING LAkESIDE CONDOEnjoy Lakeside Living At This 1000 Sq ft Suite With Low Maintenance Fees & Plenty Of Space. 2 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms. Laminate Floors Throughout, Upgraded Kitchen With Quartz Counters & Stainless Steel Appliances, Walk-In Closet & Ensuite Bath. PLUS Large Balcony, Parking & Locker included. Walk TO GO Station. A must see! SOLD FOR 114% OF ASkING RARE OPPORTUNITY TO BUILD YOUR OWN DREAM HOME TwoLots,A0.6AcreBuildingLot+AdjoiningRecreationLot23.9Acres. Over700’FrontingOntoLakeSimcoe,TrulyARareOneOfAKindOffering. A Blank Canvas For You To Bring Your Dreams To Life. $1,25 0 , 0 0 0 FAMILY RETREAT OR INCOME GENERATOR! Three PlusAcres of Land & LakeView. Fenced Backyard includes In-ground Pool/10 Seat Hot Tub, & Pool-house. Five Minute Walk to the Lake. Detached 2 car garage. Updated Kitchens/Bathrooms. Geothermal System! SOLD FOR 110% OF ASkING ANOTHER SOLD AMAzING OPPORTUNITY! Executive Detached Single With Huge Potential Backing Onto Park. 4 Bedroom, 2BathroomInSouthLakesideCommunity.Don’tMissYourChanceToCustomizeThis Amazing Family Home. Steps To GO Station, 401 Access & Lake. SOLD FOR 140% OF ASkING AMAzING OPPORTUNITY Calling all builders, renovators or first-time home buyers, solid brick bungalow, with parking! Excellent location, steps to the Danforth, great shops and amenities, TTC and subway. Excellent schools and a family-friendly neighbourhood! Rebuild your two-storey dream home or move in and make it your own. Opportunity Knocks!! SOLD FOR TOP $$!! INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! Calling All Builders, Developers & Investors! One time opportunity to own this large, 100’X190’ Lot in a sought after location! 3 Bedroom 1 Bath home. Many developments around the area. Minutes from Hwy 404 and all amenities. Call for more information. SOLD FOR TOP $$!! STEPS TO DENISON PARkSpacious detached brick home on desirable street inWestonVillage.Separate entrance to basement. Large lot 138 feet deep. 1 parking!Amazing opportunity minutes to Go Station, and all conveniences! SOLD FOR 122% OF ASkING ANOTHER SOLD ANOTHER SOLDANOTHER SOLD ANOTHER SOLD ANOTHER SOLD ANOTHER SOLD ANOTHER SOLD ANOTHER SOLD ANOTHER SOLD END UNIT TOWNHOMEGorgeous 2000+ Sq Ft Of Living Space. Large open concept Living Room, FamilySize Kitchen And A Spacious Dining area W/ Walk Out To Backyard. from 2nd Level.3 Bedroom,W/ Loft & Laundry Rm. Fabulous Finished Basement w/ 4th Bdrm & RecRm. Great Opportunity! A Must SeeSOLD FOR 117% OF ASkING RARE OPPORTUNITY Attention all builders,renovators and Investors. Semi-detached family home with a deep lot and mutual drive parking. Short Walk To Main Street Or Victoria Park Subway Station, Danforth Go Train Station,Ttc,Catholic School,Malvern P.S. StepsTo Shoppers,Groceries,Community Centre And Parks + So Much More! Come Check Out This Home With So Much Potential. SOLD FOR 115% OF ASkING ANOTHER SOLD ANOTHER SOLD ANOTHER SOLD 15 | Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r | Th u r s d a y , D e c e m b e r 1 6 , 2 0 2 1 dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m New s A d v e r t i s e r | Th u r s d a y , D e c e m b e r 1 6 , 2 0 2 1 | 14 free professional buyer service: • Find out about the newest homes on the market that meet your needs • Get more informed about the specific areas and how to get the best price • Find out how to get the best mortgage rates and saving programs, plus much more - Call today!! WEST REALTY INC.,Brokerage Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated EAST ****Certain Conditions may apply. Not intended to solicit persons under contract. ReMax West Realty Inc. does not guarantee the sale of your home. Exclusively offered by Frank Leo.Copyright©2009 Frank Leo*FOR DOLLAR VOLUME JAN-APRIL **FOR TRANSACTIONS 2020 & 2021 ***ACCORDING TO A STUDY OF MLS DATA PREPARED BY AN INDEPENDANT AUDITOR FOR REAL ESTATE STATS FOR 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 & 2021. Frank leo & associates SEE MORE PHOTOS & PROPERTIES: www.GetLeo.com Call Today 416-917-LION (5466) and Start Packing! WE’RE GROWING! LOOkING FOR 2 MOTIVATED LICENCED REALTORS TO JOIN US. SkY ROCkET YOUR CAREER AND HAVE A BETTER LIFE. GO TO JOINTEAMLEO.COM MUlti-Million Dollar Sell Your Home Faster and For More Money. 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Potential For Townhouse Development, Office Building Or Purpose-Built Rental. Developing Area With Only A Few Sites Left To Build. Easy Access To Subway. Upscale Neighbourhood In North York. Call For Information Package. SOLD FOR TOP $$$!! FREE CONFIDENTIALHOME EVALUATIONS UPDATED WExFORD BUNGALOW!! Prime location minutes to DVP/401! 3 bedrooms on main floor and 2 bedroom basement apartment with separate entrance! Parking for 4 cars. Perfect Home for family or buyers looking for rental income! All amenities minutes away, move in ready! SOLD FOR TOP $$ LARGE FAMILY HOME Located In One OfThe Most Prestigious Parts OfThe GTA. Surrounded By Multi-Million Dollar Homes. 4 Large Bedrooms. 5 Bathrooms. Main Floor Family Room. Double Car Garage. Massive 60’ x 177’ Private Landscaped Lot. Incredible opportunity!! SOLD FAST FOR 111% OF ASkING!! BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME Bungalow For Sale In Pristine Condition. ¾ Acre Ravine Lot In One Of The Most Prestigious Areas Of Toronto. Surround Yourself With Lush Greenery In Small Private Cul-de-Sac. Flat Lot With Potential To Build Up To 8,000 Sqft Home. This Is The Largest Lot Left To Build On In The Area. $3,00 0 , 0 0 0 ATLANTIS NIAGARA WINERY + CANNABIS Incredible Turn-key Opportunity!! Winery & Cannabis Greenhouses in the Heart Of Wine Country. The Perfect Location to an absolutely Gorgeous Venue and many Endless Possibilities. This is THE FUTURE of WINE VENUES! Call for More Details + Read the Google Reviews!! $9,00 0 , 0 0 0 LUxURIOUS PRIVATE ESTATE!! Extensively landscaped with natural stone & mature trees on 1.33 acres! Backing onto protected land & close to trails. Gorgeous pool with waterfall. 7500 sq ft. 5 bdrm. 6 bthrm. Separate 1000 sq ft above grade apartment. Bright walk out basement. Triple Car Garage. Coveted Neighbourhood. $2,50 0 , 0 0 0 VALUE PLUS!! Charming Bungalow For Nice And Quiet Country Life, 3 + 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bath, Cozy Finished BasementWithWood Fireplace. Private BackyardWithAn Inground Pool,2 Ponds, Garden Shed,Workshop and Gorgeous deck facing a premium lot, 50x183! SOLD FOR 102% OF ASkING! DETACHED BUNGALOW! Situated On Premium Lot.This Home Features 2 Bedrooms OnThe Main Floor,Laminate & Crown Moulding On Main,Combined Living & Dining Area, Functional Kitchen With Backsplash & Walk-Out To Gorgeous Deck From Kitchen.Finished Basement Features Spacious Rec Room With 2 Additional Bedrooms & An Extra Bathroom. Close To All The Amenities. Don’t Miss This One! SOLD FOR 140% OF ASkING OPPORTUNITY kNOCkS WITH THIS 4-PLEX! Huge potential! 4 Self-Contained Units, Corner Lot, Attached 1 Car Garage & Detached 2 Car Garage. Located within Walking Distance to Restaurants, Stores, Shopping, Schools, Public Transit and Nature Trails. SOLD FOR 162% OF ASkING ANOTHER SOLD ANOTHER SOLD ANOTHER SOLD DREAM LOT IN DEMAND AREA!! Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity To Build On A Private Well Treed Lot In One The Most Luxurious Neighbourhoods In The GTA. Detached Bungalow With Plenty Of Updates. 13,000 Sqft Lot. Yonge St Only A Few Steps Away. Custom Homes Nearby Valued $6M-$8M. This Is A Deal You Don’t Want To Miss. $1,90 0 , 0 0 0 SPECTACULAR ESTATE Prestigious Mississauga Rd 2 Storey 4 Bdrm,5 Bthrm,Surroundedby mature trees, gorgeous garden & Pond. Meticulously WellMaintained, Amazing Character thru-out, Incredible home simplymust be seen, an Entertainers delight! SOLD FOR TOP $$ OPPORTUNITY kNOCkS!! All Brick Century Home Conversion Located In ‘The Heart Of Stouffville’! This Property Features Beautiful Old World Charm, Craftsmanship & Millwork Thru-out, 9’ Ceilings, Open Foyer,Separate ReceptionArea,Large Rooms,2nd Floor Kitchen,2-Car Garage Plus Parking For 8-10 Vehicles. Amazing Street Visibility Next To Post Office. Steps To GO!!! QUIET COURT, PREMIUM LOTMeticulously maintained 3+1 bed 3 bath home located in a highly sought-after location.Large spacious kitchen. Over 2000 sqft living space. Large lush Neighboring treesallow for ample privacy and tranquil setting. Full Basement with walkout to back yard.Incredible Income/In-law Suite Potential! 5 Minutes to HWY 404, walking distance to allamenities, school, beach and lake. $1,44 9 , 0 0 0 CHARMING BUNGALOW! Prime Location In the Heart of Toronto! Prestigious Area Nested Among The Old Charm & Elegance of New Builds. 2+1 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms With In-Law Suite. Detached Garage. Do Not Miss!! $1,60 0 , 0 0 0 UNBELIEVABLE VALUE! IN HEART OF THE CITY!! Large Sun-Filled 2 Bdrm + Den unit In Downtown Toronto, With Updated Kitchen, Stainless Steel Appliances. Fantastic Building With Low Maintenance Fees! Parking Included, Steps To The Subway, Eatons Centre, & All Conveniences!! $749, 0 0 0 $699, 0 0 0 INCREDIBLE VALUE!! Detached All Brick Bungalow With Plenty Of Upgrades. 2+1 Bedrooms 2 Full Bathrooms. New Flooring ThroughoutThis Charming Oshawa Home Is Centralized In Family Friendly Neighbourhood. Lush Gardens Next To Detached Oversized Garage. Move-In Ready. Perfect For Retiring Or First Time Buyers. SOLD FOR 113% OF ASkING LAkESIDE CONDOEnjoy Lakeside Living At This 1000 Sq ft Suite With Low Maintenance Fees & Plenty Of Space. 2 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms. Laminate Floors Throughout, Upgraded Kitchen With Quartz Counters & Stainless Steel Appliances, Walk-In Closet & Ensuite Bath. PLUS Large Balcony, Parking & Locker included. Walk TO GO Station. A must see! SOLD FOR 114% OF ASkING RARE OPPORTUNITY TO BUILD YOUR OWN DREAM HOME TwoLots,A0.6AcreBuildingLot+AdjoiningRecreationLot23.9Acres. Over700’FrontingOntoLakeSimcoe,TrulyARareOneOfAKindOffering. A Blank Canvas For You To Bring Your Dreams To Life. $1,25 0 , 0 0 0 FAMILY RETREAT OR INCOME GENERATOR! Three PlusAcres of Land & LakeView. Fenced Backyard includes In-ground Pool/10 Seat Hot Tub, & Pool-house. Five Minute Walk to the Lake. Detached 2 car garage. Updated Kitchens/Bathrooms. Geothermal System! SOLD FOR 110% OF ASkING ANOTHER SOLD AMAzING OPPORTUNITY! Executive Detached Single With Huge Potential Backing Onto Park. 4 Bedroom, 2BathroomInSouthLakesideCommunity.Don’tMissYourChanceToCustomizeThis Amazing Family Home. Steps To GO Station, 401 Access & Lake. SOLD FOR 140% OF ASkING AMAzING OPPORTUNITY Calling all builders, renovators or first-time home buyers, solid brick bungalow, with parking! Excellent location, steps to the Danforth, great shops and amenities, TTC and subway. Excellent schools and a family-friendly neighbourhood! Rebuild your two-storey dream home or move in and make it your own. Opportunity Knocks!! SOLD FOR TOP $$!! INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! Calling All Builders, Developers & Investors! One time opportunity to own this large, 100’X190’ Lot in a sought after location! 3 Bedroom 1 Bath home. Many developments around the area. Minutes from Hwy 404 and all amenities. Call for more information. SOLD FOR TOP $$!! 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December 12, 1962 - December 4, 2021 ------------------ Mark Edward Gooch passed away peacefully at home, Saturday, December 4, 2021 at the age of 58 after an 18- month battle with GBM Brain Cancer. He was loved by his family and friends. RODRIQUEZ, Leonie ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Our wonderful and devoted Mom, Grandma and Auntie passed away peacefully on December 7, 2021. Born in Kingston, Jamaica to Louis and Gloria O'Neill and moved to Pickering, Canada in 1975. Leonie was a devoted, fun- loving mother to David (Di), Mark - deceased (Deb) and Michele. A loving, wonderful Grandma to Brianne (Mike), Jordan, Dylan, Mallory, Abby and Evan and was expecting her first great-grandchild in the coming months. Loving sister to Judith-deceased (John), Leighton (Judy), and Jennifer. She was a loving and caring Auntie and Great Auntie to all of her nieces and nephews. Mom was strong, quiet and a fiercely independent woman, who never missed a family occasion or celebration and shared in all of our proud moments. Special thanks to the wonderful doctors and nurses at Lakeridge Health - Ajax for their gentle care of mom in her final days and the support they showed the family. Visitation will be held at the McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax, Ontario on Tuesday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the chapel on Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. with cremation to follow. Interment of cremated remains will take place at Pine Ridge Memorial Gardens at a later date. To register to attend the visitation and funeral service, please visit the funeral home's website at www.mceachniefuneral.ca. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate a donation in Leonie's name to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Princess Margaret Hospital or a charity of your choice. Most sincere thanks. 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