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According to data fromRATESDOTCA, Ajax hadthe second highest auto in-surance rates in Ontario in 2021, while Pickering wassixth, Oshawa eighth andWhitby ninth. Auto insurance premi-ums in Ajax totalled $2,104,which is a 1.7 per cent de-crease over 2020. In Pickering, the premi-ums were $1,959, a drop of0.1 per cent from 2020.The Oshawa premiumwas $1,833, a 12.1 per cent in-crease, while the Whitbypremium was $1,792, a 0.9 per cent increase.Vaughan had the high-est premiums at $2,179.Others in the top 10 were Richmond Hill, Brampton,Mississauga, Toronto and Nobleton, Schomberg, Or-angeville and King City.The average Ontario es- timated auto insurancepremium in 2021 was $1,555,a 3.8-per cent decreasefrom 2020, when the aver- age was $1,616.The cheapest rates werein the Cornwall, Elizabeth- town, Amherstview, Gana-noque, Martintown, Iro-quois, Brockville andKingston areas, at $1,132. In a statement, TanishaKishan, a RATESDOTCAexpert and chartered in-surance professional, said, "In insurance, the losses ofthe few are absorbed by the many."Over the past twoyears, many Ontarians have been driving muchless than they used to, dueto pandemic-induced life-style changes such as re- mote work. There has beena corresponding drop in ac-cidents and claims, which means fewer losses to beabsorbed. This could con-tribute to the continued de-crease in premiums we are seeing now. But it won't lastforever. When Ontariansbegin driving more, it islikely we could see a corre- sponding rise in rates,"Kishan added. FOUR DURHAM COMMUNITIES HAVE HIGH INSURANCE RATES NEWS SIGN UP FOR OUR WEEKLY NEWSLETTER AT DURHAMREGION.COM 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 , F e b r u a r y 3 , 2 0 2 2 | 6 ABOUT US This newspaper, published every Thursday, is a division of the Met- roland Media Group Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Torstar Corpora- tion. 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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 LETTERS & COMMENTARY We're a water planet, all right. And on this time of year, in Canada, an icy one.Sure, we all have water pumping inside our hot bodies — us, birds, squir- rels, cottontails and deer. We wouldn't be here, or alive, without it. But the "solid" phase of this myste-rious life-giving element comes into its own now in winter, and we can appreci- ate water in a whole new way as a thing of wonder and delight. Dripping icicles. Six-sided crystals fall from the sky, each one unique. Pris- tine blankets cover yards and roadsides. Whiteslopes call out for skis, snowboards, crazy carpets, and glassy ponds to be skat-ed on. Driving these days might not be fun, but you've got to admit winteris beautiful. I fell in love with Jack Frost again, that first deeptemperature plunge in ear- ly January. When I woke up in the morning, to find half the windows sculpted withsilver ferns and flowers that turned to gold when the rising sun touched them. It transported me straight back to my child- hood when winter morn- ings always produced suchwonders, ephemeral lace as fancy as the runners and doilies my grandmother crocheted. And little kids had time to stop and be amazed at this "fairyland." I felt thatsame thrill as I ran around the house, trying to cap- ture some of the crystalline artwork with my cellphone— having recently figured out how to use the camera. I say only "half" the win-dows, as the double-glazed ones in the sunroom stay clear and frost-free. This makes me feel a bit sorryfor folks living in modern residential areas, behind well-sealed, energy-effi-cient glass that never sees frost. Why should I be so lucky to live in a century-old winterized cottage with panes so antique some are wavy? Humans made glass beads and amulets in Meso- potamia 3,500 years ago, and Egyptians were blow-ing glass long centuries be- fore Venetians did. Still, we've been looking through frost-painted glass win- dows for a mere blink in history. Maybe Jack Frost, the artist, will become ob-solete after featuring prom- inently in northern climes and cultures since the 17th century when clear win-dow glass started replacing oiled paper and animal horn even in commoners'homes. And now, being clever inventors faced with a dire need for energy conserva-tion, we're making thermal panes that water vapour doesn't collect on and freeze. Good for global warming, yes indeed! Not so great for guileless souls like me who love surprises.Nature queries: mcar- ney1490@gmail.com or 905- 725-2116. Metroland columnistMargaret Carney finds so much to discover and mar-vel at exploring the greatoutdoors. FROST ON WINDOW BRINGS BACK MEMORIES MARGARET CARNEYRECALLS 'WHENWINTER MORNINGSALWAYS PRODUCEDSUCH WONDERS' MARGARET CARNEY Column Margaret Carney encountered this "surprise" one morning, frost on one of the old windows at her "century-old winterized cottage, with panes so antique some are wavy." It took her back to her childhood and served as a reminder: sure, we don't like driving in poor weather and having to shovel snow but, as Carney notes, "you've got to admit winter is beautiful." Margaret Carney photo FROSTY MORNING DON'T INSTITUTIONALIZE OLDER ADULTS To the editor: Minister of Long TermCare and Ajax MPP RodPhillips (he plans to resign his seat in February) isbringing 636 new institu-tional long-term-care bedsand 100 additional up- graded beds to Ajax, cour-tesy of Ontario taxpayers. This will result in the in- stitutionalization of hun-dreds more older adultsand people with disabili-ties. He seems proud of this— a feeling not shared bythose slated to be institu- tionalized. Seniors have said re-peatedly they want to agein their own homes and communities, not in long-term-care facilities, espe-cially after thousands diedthere in the pandemic. The only iron ringaround long-term care sofar has been an iron ring around the LTC corpora- tions, many of which arebenefiting financially through bed expansions inDurham region and acrossOntario. Examples include Or-chard Villa in Pickeringand Schlegel Villages at St.Clair in Windsor, where dozens died. Nevertheless, a Schle-gel facility is proposed for Ajax, and Orchard Villawants to expand in Picker-ing over protests from localresidents. And where are the stafffor all these new beds tocome from? Personal support work- ers have left the long-term-care institutional sector indroves. Why are alternativesnot being considered?Pay the $200 per personper day to caregivers in- stead of long-term-carecorporations. For $200 a day, families could purchase sevenhours of care per day forloved ones and pay staff more than the institutionscurrently pay, and have one-to-one staffing. Partner with the regionand municipalities to cre- ate small community resi-dences for people with de-mentia in each community.Create real homes where people from different cul-tural groups can eat famil-iar foods and speak their own language, not to men-tion be given personalized,not assembly-line care. Why are seniors and people with disabilitiesstill the only ones being in-stitutionalized besidesprisoners? Why uproot people to receive care in-stead of bringing care tothem? Ontario needs to do better! PATRICIA SPINDEL,AJAX SIGN UP FOR OUR WEEKLY NEWSLETTER AT DURHAMREGION.COM 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 , F e b r u a r y 3 , 2 0 2 2 dur h a m r e g i o n . c o m @cityofpickering Weekly Community Page February 3 Customer Care Centre 905.683.7575 (24 hour line) customercare@pickering.capickering.ca COVID-19CityResponse GetthelatestinformationonCityservices,closures, businesssupports,communityresources,andmore atpickering.ca/covid19. Upcoming Public Meetings Date Meeting/Location Time Feb7 ExecutiveMeeting Forlocationandmeetingdetailscheck: calendar.pickering.ca/council 7:00pm Feb7 PlanningandDevelopmentCommittee Forlocationandmeetingdetailscheck: calendar.pickering.ca/council 7:00pm Feb9 CommitteeofAdjustment Forlocationandmeetingdetailscheck: calendar.pickering.ca/council 7:00pm DuetoCOVID-19,meetingdetailsaresubjecttochange.Pleasevisit theCitywebsiteorcall905.420.2222fordetails. ForServicedisruptionnotificationcall:1.866.278.9993 Freetopar Applybefore Applicant:OPBRealtyInc. Applications:DraftPlanofSubdivision(SP-2021-02) ZoingBy-lawAmendment(A15/21) Purpose:OPBRealtyInc.,theownerofthePickeringTownCentre (PTC)lands,isproposingaphasedredevelopmentoftheeasterly portionofthePTClandsforahigh-densitymixed-usedevelopment withbuildingsranginginheightbetween9and50storeys.Aspart ofthisredevelopment,theCityofPickeringandOPBRealtyInc.are proposinganewCentralLibrary,aPerformingArtsCentre,aSeniors &YouthCentre,andanenhancedpublicrealmandopenspace systemconnectingallofthebuildingsandusesincludingCityHall. The submittedDraftPlanofSubdivisionforthePTClandsproposes 10developmentblocks,3parklandblocksandanetworkofnew internalpublicandprivateroadsthatwillprovideaccesstoGlenanna Road. ThepurposeoftheZoningBy-lawAmendmentistotransferthe allowableFloorSpaceIndexattributedtotheproposedpublicroads withinthePTClandsandontheCityownedlandstotheproposed developmentblocksonthePTClands.Inaddition,theapplicant isrequestingsite-specificamendmentstoreducetheminimum residentialparkingratiofrom0.8spacesperunitto0.65spacesper unit,andadjustbalconyrequirementsandamenityrequirementsfor apartmentbuildings. Learnmoreandprovideyourfeedback! Monday,February7,2022@7:00pm Participateelectronicallybyaudio,orwatchthe meetingliveviatheCity’sYouTubechannel: youtube.com/user/SustainablePickering Notice of Electronic Statutory Public Meeting AnInformationReportwillbeavailableon,orafter,January28, 2022fromtheCity’swebsiteatcalendar.pickering.ca/council. Alternatively,youcancalltheCityClerkat905.420.4611torequest acopyoftheReportbemailedtoyou. Ifapersonorpublicbodydoesnotmakeanoralsubmissionata statutorypublicmeetingormakewrittensubmissionstotheCity ofPickeringbeforetheproposedby-lawispassed,orbeforethe CityofPickeringgivesorrefusestogiveapprovalofthedraftplan ofsubdivision,thepersonorpublicbody: i. isnotentitledtoappealthedecisionoftheCounciltothe OntarioLandTribunal;and, ii. maynotbeaddedasapartytothehearingofanappeal beforetheOntarioLandTribunalunless,intheopinionofthe Tribunal,therearereasonablegroundstodoso. IfyouwishtobenotifiedofthedecisionyoumustmakeawrittenrequesttotheCityClerk. Formoreinformationcontact:TylerBarnett,PrincipalPlanner|905.420.4617|tbarnett@pickering.ca pickering.ca/civicawards 2021 Civic Awards LAST CALL Nominations due Feb 10 in person programs. Classes start asearlyasnextweek. Recreation:Arts,dance,sport&active, special interests Fitness:Group fitness and small group personal training Aquatics:Aquafit programs Searchandregisterforprogramsonline. i ke i /ti pickering.ca/activenet 905.420.4621 55+Workshop PaintDay! Friday,February18,2022 1:00pm-3:00pm LocalartistAllanO'Marrawillwalkyouthroughhowto, stepbystep,fromablankcanvastoyourownmasterpiece, a“CherryBlossom”.Noexperiencenecessary! ActivityCode:33768 Fee:$5.00 Registeronlineusingcodeprovided. EastShoreCC MarchBreakisaroundthecorner! pickering.ca/camps 905.420.4660ext3100 Joinusforaweekfullofactivity,excitement,&fun! Avarietyofcampsarebeingoffered-startingatages 3-15yrs.Registerearlytosecureyourchild’sspot. Pleasenote:OperationofcampsisdependentuponCOVIDrestrictions. Lastchancetoregisterforinpersonprograms. Searchandregisteronline.pickering.ca/active 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 , F e b r u a r y 3 , 2 0 2 2 | 8 Adult 18+ Programs offered include a variety of arts, creative, dance, active, fitness and special interest choices. They offer perfect opportunity to allow some personal time to try something new or interesting, and get out of the house for a while. Adult 55+ These programs have been designed and priced especially for older adults. Participating in recreation activities helps keep you active and engaged; mentally, physically, and socially. Find these in person programs available for winter: Art Instruction Beginner/Intermediate Art Instruction Intermediate/Advanced Crocheting - Introduction Guitar Sewing and Sewing - Advanced Alterations Clog Dancing - Intermediate Fusion Line Dance - Beginner & Intermediate Latin Line Dance - Levels 1, 2 & 3 Line Dance 55+ LearnTo Skate Learn to Play Darts Pickleball & Pickleball Drop-in Cooking and Cooking From Around theWorld Dominoes Hand Knitting Ipad - Levels 1 & 2 Learn to Play Pool - Levels 1 & 2 Spanish Windows 10 Group Fitness Programs for Adults 55+ Arthritis Dance Fit ChairYoga Fit Fusion Keep Fit Nia Strength for Life Stretch and Strengthen Yoga andYoga - Gentle Small Group PersonalTraining Programs for Adults 55+ Aging Stronger ForeverYoung City Pickering also offers a variety of free social programs and activities for residents 55+. Visit pickering.ca/adults55plus for details. Fitness Programs Group Fitness Participants must be13 years of age or older unless listed otherwise. Cardio Muscle ChallengeCircuitTraining Cycle Fit Cycle Fit Fusion Cycle Pump Cycle, Core Cool-down Dynamic Core Interval Challenge Mobil-lates Pilates Pilates Reformer 18+ Pound® Pump It Up Pump Plus Semi-Private Pilates Reformer 18+ Sunrise and SunsetYoga & Meditation Step Total Muscle Challenge Yoga - Asana, Pranayama, Meditation Yoga - Gentle Yoga - Hatha Basic Yoga - Hatha Flow Yoga -Vinyasa Yoga -Vinyasa Flow Yoga -Yin & Meditation Yoga Flow Yoga - Hatha-Ashtanga Blend Yogalates Zumba® Pre/post Natal Fitness PrenatalYoga 18+ Baby Bootcamp (Parent & Baby)6 wks - pre-walking Cycle Pump (Parent & Baby)6 wks - pre-walking Postnatal Pilates (Parent & Baby)6 wks - pre-walking Yoga (Parent & Baby)6 wks - pre-walking Small Group Personal Training Success becomes easier while working as a team with our certified trainers. Participants must be 18 years of age or older. Early Riser Use It & Lose It WeekendWarrior Work it! Pickering’s BiggestWinner Annual 10-week weight loss challenge where participants compete to lose weight, feel great, and win prizes! Participants must be 18+. CHDRC Small GroupTraining Room W Feb 16 - Apr 20 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 33361 T Feb 15 - Apr 19 9:30 am - 10:30 am 33359 T Feb 15 - Apr 19 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 33362 Th Feb 17 - Apr 21 9:30 am - 10:30 am 33360 CHDRC members $100.00 Non-members $206.00 The Pool is Open! Aquafit Programs Take advantage of the unique benefits of water exercise to create a low impact program that appeals to a wide variety of abilities. Participants must be 15 years of age or older. Dunbarton Indoor Pool T Feb 15 - Mar 8 7:00 pm - 7:45 pm 34011 T Mar 22 - Apr 12 7:00 pm - 7:45 pm 37567 Th Feb 17 - Mar 10 7:00 pm - 7:45 pm 34012 Th Mar 24 - Apr 14 7:00 pm - 7:45 pm 37568 CHD Rec Complex Pool M Feb 14 - Mar 7 9:00 am - 9:45 am 34015 M Mar 21 - Apr 4 9:00 am - 9:45 am 37569 W Feb 16 - Mar 9 9:00 am - 9:45 am 34018 W Mar 23 - Apr 13 9:00 am - 9:45 am 37570 F Feb 18 - Mar 11 9:00 am - 9:45 am 34021 F Mar 25 - Apr 8 9:00 am - 9:45 am 37571 Public Swimming is back at the Rec See schedule online at pickering.ca/aquatics Exciting News! In person programs are returning for winter! Register Now. Programs begin in a couple of weeks. pickering.ca/active Preschool Our programs promote physical, mental, and social health, and have been designed to: • Encourage and teach good social skills • Foster creativity • Teach and practice writing • Focus on the basics of colour, numbers, letters and shapes • Introduce reading, math and science Parent/Grandparent & tot and independent participant classes are available. All preschool programs take place at Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex and offer many choices in creative play, dance, fitness, sport & active programs. Children Our recreation programs promote physical, mental, and social health.They offer children the opportunity to learn, grow, and experience in a fun, safe, and welcoming environment. A variety of choices are available for art, creative, dance, fitness, sport & active, STEM and specialty interests. Some popular program picks include: Anime Art 8 - 12 yrs Basketball (several ages/options) Gymnastics (several ages/options) Yoga 6 - 10 yrs Electronics & Robotics (levels 1 - 3) Baking & Cooking (several ages/options) Family Designed for a parent/grandparent and child to participate together, these programs encourage healthy relationships through a shared recreation and learning experience. Family FitYoga 6+ March Break Camps 10 different camps to choose from for kids starting at 3 years of age. pickering.ca/camps Teen Our teen programs promote physical, mental, and social health and offer a variety of experiences through arts, fitness, sports, and specialty choices. Recommended for teens who be looking for a job in the near future: Job Prep Course 15 - 18 yrs Youth Exceptionalities Club 13 - 20 yrs This club is designed for youth with exceptionalities looking for an active, engaging, and social experience.This program is full of recreational activity and fun! GALCCYouth Room W Feb 16 - Mar 9 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm 32942 $40.00 City of Pickering also offers a variety of free recreational programs, events, and opportunities exclusively for Pickering teens age 13-19 yrs. Get the details at pickering.ca/teen Skating Lessons Parent &Tot Skating 3 - 5 yrs Preschool Skating 4 - 5 yrs Learn to Skate 1 & 2 5 - 10 yrs Learn to Skate 9 - 13 yrs Skating 18+ Learn to Skate 55+ Arts Studio Pottery The Arts Studio offers a selection of pottery programs for all ages including sculpting, handbuilding, and pottery wheel work. Open Studio Membership is available to those who have taken at least one pottery program and would like to work on projects independently. Open Studio Schedule Feb 16 – Apr 24 Time Wednesdays 4:45 pm - 6:15 pm Saturdays 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Sundays 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm pickering.ca/artstudio 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 , F e b r u a r y 3 , 2 0 2 2 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 , F e b r u a r y 3 , 2 0 2 2 | 8 Adult 18+ Programs offered include a variety of arts, creative, dance, active, fitness and special interest choices. They offer perfect opportunity to allow some personal time to try something new or interesting, and get out of the house for a while. Adult 55+ These programs have been designed and priced especially for older adults. Participating in recreation activities helps keep you active and engaged; mentally, physically, and socially. Find these in person programs available for winter: Art Instruction Beginner/Intermediate Art Instruction Intermediate/Advanced Crocheting - Introduction Guitar Sewing and Sewing - Advanced Alterations Clog Dancing - Intermediate Fusion Line Dance - Beginner & Intermediate Latin Line Dance - Levels 1, 2 & 3 Line Dance 55+ LearnTo Skate Learn to Play Darts Pickleball & Pickleball Drop-in Cooking and Cooking From Around theWorld Dominoes Hand Knitting Ipad - Levels 1 & 2 Learn to Play Pool - Levels 1 & 2 Spanish Windows 10 Group Fitness Programs for Adults 55+ Arthritis Dance Fit ChairYoga Fit Fusion Keep Fit Nia Strength for Life Stretch and Strengthen Yoga andYoga - Gentle Small Group PersonalTraining Programs for Adults 55+ Aging Stronger ForeverYoung City Pickering also offers a variety of free social programs and activities for residents 55+. Visit pickering.ca/adults55plus for details. Fitness Programs Group Fitness Participants must be13 years of age or older unless listed otherwise. Cardio Muscle ChallengeCircuitTraining Cycle Fit Cycle Fit Fusion Cycle Pump Cycle, Core Cool-down Dynamic Core Interval Challenge Mobil-lates Pilates Pilates Reformer 18+ Pound® Pump It Up Pump Plus Semi-Private Pilates Reformer 18+ Sunrise and SunsetYoga & Meditation Step Total Muscle Challenge Yoga - Asana, Pranayama, Meditation Yoga - Gentle Yoga - Hatha Basic Yoga - Hatha Flow Yoga -Vinyasa Yoga -Vinyasa Flow Yoga -Yin & Meditation Yoga Flow Yoga - Hatha-Ashtanga Blend Yogalates Zumba® Pre/post Natal Fitness PrenatalYoga 18+ Baby Bootcamp (Parent & Baby)6 wks - pre-walking Cycle Pump (Parent & Baby)6 wks - pre-walking Postnatal Pilates (Parent & Baby)6 wks - pre-walking Yoga (Parent & Baby)6 wks - pre-walking Small Group Personal Training Success becomes easier while working as a team with our certified trainers. Participants must be 18 years of age or older. Early Riser Use It & Lose It WeekendWarrior Work it! Pickering’s BiggestWinner Annual 10-week weight loss challenge where participants compete to lose weight, feel great, and win prizes! Participants must be 18+. CHDRC Small GroupTraining Room W Feb 16 - Apr 20 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 33361 T Feb 15 - Apr 19 9:30 am - 10:30 am 33359 T Feb 15 - Apr 19 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 33362 Th Feb 17 - Apr 21 9:30 am - 10:30 am 33360 CHDRC members $100.00 Non-members $206.00 The Pool is Open! Aquafit Programs Take advantage of the unique benefits of water exercise to create a low impact program that appeals to a wide variety of abilities. Participants must be 15 years of age or older. Dunbarton Indoor Pool T Feb 15 - Mar 8 7:00 pm - 7:45 pm 34011 T Mar 22 - Apr 12 7:00 pm - 7:45 pm 37567 Th Feb 17 - Mar 10 7:00 pm - 7:45 pm 34012 Th Mar 24 - Apr 14 7:00 pm - 7:45 pm 37568 CHD Rec Complex Pool M Feb 14 - Mar 7 9:00 am - 9:45 am 34015 M Mar 21 - Apr 4 9:00 am - 9:45 am 37569 W Feb 16 - Mar 9 9:00 am - 9:45 am 34018 W Mar 23 - Apr 13 9:00 am - 9:45 am 37570 F Feb 18 - Mar 11 9:00 am - 9:45 am 34021 F Mar 25 - Apr 8 9:00 am - 9:45 am 37571 Public Swimming is back at the Rec See schedule online at pickering.ca/aquatics Exciting News! In person programs are returning for winter! Register Now. Programs begin in a couple of weeks. pickering.ca/active Preschool Our programs promote physical, mental, and social health, and have been designed to: • Encourage and teach good social skills • Foster creativity • Teach and practice writing • Focus on the basics of colour, numbers, letters and shapes • Introduce reading, math and science Parent/Grandparent & tot and independent participant classes are available. All preschool programs take place at Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex and offer many choices in creative play, dance, fitness, sport & active programs. Children Our recreation programs promote physical, mental, and social health.They offer children the opportunity to learn, grow, and experience in a fun, safe, and welcoming environment. A variety of choices are available for art, creative, dance, fitness, sport & active, STEM and specialty interests. Some popular program picks include: Anime Art8 - 12 yrs Basketball(several ages/options) Gymnastics(several ages/options) Yoga6 - 10 yrs Electronics & Robotics (levels 1 - 3) Baking & Cooking (several ages/options) Family Designed for a parent/grandparent and child to participate together, these programs encourage healthy relationships through a shared recreation and learning experience. Family FitYoga 6+ March Break Camps 10 different camps to choose from for kids starting at 3 years of age. pickering.ca/camps Teen Our teen programs promote physical, mental, and social health and offer a variety of experiences through arts, fitness, sports, and specialty choices. Recommended for teens who be looking for a job in the near future: Job Prep Course 15 - 18 yrs Youth Exceptionalities Club 13 - 20 yrs This club is designed for youth with exceptionalities looking for an active, engaging, and social experience.This program is full of recreational activity and fun! GALCCYouth Room W Feb 16 - Mar 9 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm 32942 $40.00 City of Pickering also offers a variety of free recreational programs, events, and opportunities exclusively for Pickering teens age 13-19 yrs. Get the details at pickering.ca/teen Skating Lessons Parent &Tot Skating 3 - 5 yrs Preschool Skating 4 - 5 yrs Learn to Skate 1 & 2 5 - 10 yrs Learn to Skate 9 - 13 yrs Skating18+ Learn to Skate 55+ Arts Studio Pottery The Arts Studio offers a selection of pottery programs for all ages including sculpting, handbuilding, and pottery wheel work. Open Studio Membership is available to those who have taken at least one pottery program and would like to work on projects independently. 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ANOTHER SOLD INCREDIBLE LOT WITH BUILDING PLAN Rare Opportunity To Own A 50X137Ft Lot With an Architectural Acclaimed Design. Approx. 8000Sf Living Area-Total 5 Levels with elevator at all levels. 2 Levels Basement. Fabulous Dream Location On Premium Street In Desirable Englemount Lawrence Neighborhood. Short Walk To Subway Station. $1,94 8 , 0 0 0 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 $$!! ANOTHER SOLD LUxURIOUS PRIVATE ESTATE!! Extensively landscaped with natural stone & mature trees on 1.33 acres! Backing onto protected land & close to trails. Gorgeous pool with waterfall. 7500 sq ft. 5 bdrm. 6 bthrm. Separate 1000 sq ft above grade apartment. Bright walk out basement. Triple Car Garage. Coveted Neighbourhood. SOLD FOR TOP $$!! ANOTHER SOLD 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 Reception Area, Large Rooms, 2nd Floor Kitchen, 2-Car Garage Plus Parking For 8-10 Vehicles. Amazing Street Visibility Next To Post Office. Steps To GO!!! $1,49 9 , 0 0 0 SPECTACULAR ESTATE Prestigious Mississauga Rd 2 Storey 4 Bdrm, 5 Bthrm, Surrounded by mature trees, gorgeous garden & Pond. Meticulously Well Maintained,Amazing Character thru-out, Incredible home simply must be seen, an Entertainers delight! SOLD FOR TOP $$ ANO THER SOLD Frank leo & associates MUlti-Million Dollar 6 PLEx IN PRIME LOCATION Central Toronto Income Generating Property With Over $100k Net Income Annually. Tenants Paying On-Time With Hassle-Free Setup. 3 One Bedroom Apts & 3 Bachelor Apts. Many Capital Expenditures Completed Within The Last 10 Years. Same Owner For Over 45 Years. Walking Distance To Subway, Shops & Schools. $2,65 0 , 0 0 0 FAMILY RETREAT OR INCOME GENERATOR! Three Plus Acres of Land & Lake View. Fenced Backyard includes In-ground Pool/10 Seat Hot Tub, & Pool-house. Five Minute Walk to the Lake. Detached 2 car garage. Updated Kitchens/Bathrooms. Geothermal System! SOLD FOR 110% OF ASkING ANOTHER SOLD UNBELIEVABLE VALUE! IN HEART OF THE CITY!! Large Sun-Filled 2 Bdrm + Den unit In Downtown Toronto, With UpdatedKitchen, Stainless Steel Appliances. Fantastic Building With Low Maintenance Fees! Parking Included, Steps To The Subway, Eatons Centre, & All Conveniences!! SOLD FOR 101% OF ASkING ATTENTION FIRST TIME BUYERS & INVESTORS! Your chance to own a hidden gem in Etobicoke! This unit features one bedroom, parking, locker & more! No bills here! All utilities, including cable & internet are included in the maintenance fees! SOLD FOR 178% OF ASkING RARE OPPORTUNITY TO BUILD YOUR OWN DREAM HOME Two Lots, A 0.6 Acre Building Lot + Adjoining Recreation Lot 23.9 Acres. Over 700’ Fronting Onto Lake Simcoe, Truly A Rare One Of A Kind Offering. A Blank Canvas For You To Bring Your Dreams To Life SOLD FOR TOP $$. ANOTHER SOLD FABULOUS DUPLEx! Seaton Village on iconic high demand street. 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2 kitchens! Potential for laneway home. Amazing value! Don’t miss out! $1,90 0 , 0 0 0 CENTRAL LOCATION!!Ultra SpaciousAndVeryWellAppointed 3 Bed,3 Bath Condo Located InThe HeartOf Richmond Hill!! This Fabulous Suite Features Over 1,600 S/F Of Living Space, Large Open Concept Kitchen W/Centre Island, Master Bedroom W/ Sitting Area, 3Full Baths, 3 Separate Balconies, 2 Prime Parking Spots & Much More! Amazing And Very Rare Opportunity - Don’t Miss Out!!! SOLD FOR TOP $$!! AMAzING OPPORTUNITY FOR FIRST TIME BUYERS Updated home on a large deep lot with a detached 18x32 insulated garage. Updated Kitchen and main floor bathroom. Hot tub in the back family room w/ access to the back yard. Plenty of parking! Minutes to 401 and shopping! $599, 9 0 0 WALk TO THE LAkE!! Cozy bungalow in beautiful lakeside community. Huge 95x135 lot! Open concept, hardwood throughout, new furnace 2020. Steps to Lake Simcoe, parks, marina. Private beach association for residents. A true gem! $450, 0 0 0 END UNIT TOWNHOUSE Opportunity knocks! Main floor offers living and dining room combined and walk from kitchen to private fenced yard, spacious master bedroom, finished basement with rec room. Live in this quiet area steps from transportation and all amenities. SOLD FOR 129% OF ASkING CORNER UNIT WITH UNOBSTRUCTED LAkE VIEWS! 2 bedroom + den, 2 bathroom Downtown Toronto condo with floor to ceiling windows! Includes parking and a spacious locker. New building, lots of upgrades with an amazing view off of the balcony! Must be seen! SOLD FOR 111% OF ASkING ANOTHER SOLD ANOTHER SOLD ANOTHER SOLD ANOTHER SOLD ANOTHER SOLD 11 | Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r | Th u r s d a y , F e b r u a r y 3 , 2 0 2 2 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 , F e b r u a r y 3 , 2 0 2 2 | 10 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. 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 Sell Your Home Faster and For More Money. GUARANTEED HOME SELLING SYSTEM • Your Home Advertised 24 Hours a Day Until Sold • 360 Degree Marketing Massive Print, Internet, TV, Radio + Billboard Strategy Reaching Millions • Learn the Secrets of Selling Without Ineffective Open Houses • Our Team of Professionals for the Same Price As Hiring a Single Broker • Get Up to $10,000 No Interest for 60 Days**** • Total Service Guarantee In Writing • Your Home Sold Guaranteed, or I’ll Buy it**** • Competitive Rates, Exceptional Service • In Depth Neighborhood Report for Each Property We Sell • Planning To Move Soon Free Consultation • Database Of Qualified Buyers BRokER Sponsor of Children’s Miracle Network & Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation • #1 In ToronTo ( CenTral, easT, and WesT CombIned) by UnITs of lIsTIngs sold for all brokers and sales represenTaTIves for all CompanIes*** • #1 re/maX Team In THe gTa** • #1 re/maX Team In Canada* • #1 re/maX Team In THe World* 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 FREE CONFIDENTIAL HOME EVALUATIONSBUILD YOUR DREAM HOME Bungalow For Sale In Pristine Condition. ¾Acre Ravine Lot In One OfThe Most Prestigious Areas Of Toronto. Surround Yourself With Lush Greenery In Small Private Cul-de-Sac. Flat LotWith PotentialTo Build UpTo 8,000 Sqft Home.This Is The Largest Lot Left To Build On In The Area. $3,00 0 , 0 0 0 TOWNHOUSE DEVELOPMENT Opportunity To Build On Busy Avenue In Toronto. 70.51 x 153 Foot Lot. Potential ForTownhouse 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 $$$!! ANOTHER SOLD INCREDIBLE LOT WITH BUILDING PLAN Rare Opportunity To Own A 50X137Ft Lot With an Architectural Acclaimed Design. Approx. 8000Sf Living Area-Total 5 Levels with elevator at all levels. 2 Levels Basement. Fabulous Dream Location On Premium Street In Desirable Englemount Lawrence Neighborhood. Short Walk To Subway Station. $1,94 8 , 0 0 0 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 $$!! ANOTHER SOLD LUxURIOUS PRIVATE ESTATE!! Extensively landscaped with natural stone & mature trees on 1.33 acres! Backing onto protected land & close to trails. Gorgeous pool with waterfall. 7500 sq ft. 5 bdrm. 6 bthrm. Separate 1000 sq ft above grade apartment. Bright walk out basement. Triple Car Garage. Coveted Neighbourhood. SOLD FOR TOP $$!! ANOTHER SOLD 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 Reception Area, Large Rooms, 2nd Floor Kitchen, 2-Car Garage Plus Parking For 8-10 Vehicles. Amazing Street Visibility Next To Post Office. Steps To GO!!! $1,49 9 , 0 0 0 SPECTACULAR ESTATE Prestigious Mississauga Rd 2 Storey 4 Bdrm, 5 Bthrm, Surrounded by mature trees, gorgeous garden & Pond. Meticulously Well Maintained,Amazing Character thru-out, Incredible home simply must be seen, an Entertainers delight! SOLD FOR TOP $$ ANO THER SOLD Frank leo & associates MUlti-Million Dollar 6 PLEx IN PRIME LOCATION Central Toronto Income Generating Property With Over $100k Net Income Annually. Tenants Paying On-Time With Hassle-Free Setup. 3 One Bedroom Apts & 3 Bachelor Apts. Many Capital Expenditures Completed Within The Last 10 Years. Same Owner For Over 45 Years. Walking Distance To Subway, Shops & Schools. $2,65 0 , 0 0 0 FAMILY RETREAT OR INCOME GENERATOR! Three Plus Acres of Land & Lake View. Fenced Backyard includes In-ground Pool/10 Seat Hot Tub, & Pool-house. Five Minute Walk to the Lake. Detached 2 car garage. Updated Kitchens/Bathrooms. Geothermal System! SOLD FOR 110% OF ASkING ANOTHER SOLD UNBELIEVABLE VALUE! IN HEART OF THE CITY!! Large Sun-Filled 2 Bdrm + Den unit In Downtown Toronto, With UpdatedKitchen, Stainless Steel Appliances. Fantastic Building With Low Maintenance Fees! Parking Included, Steps To The Subway, Eatons Centre, & All Conveniences!! SOLD FOR 101% OF ASkING ATTENTION FIRST TIME BUYERS & INVESTORS! Your chance to own a hidden gem in Etobicoke! This unit features one bedroom, parking, locker & more! No bills here! All utilities, including cable & internet are included in the maintenance fees! SOLD FOR 178% OF ASkING RARE OPPORTUNITY TO BUILD YOUR OWN DREAM HOME Two Lots, A 0.6 Acre Building Lot + Adjoining Recreation Lot 23.9 Acres. Over 700’ Fronting Onto Lake Simcoe, Truly A Rare One Of A Kind Offering. A Blank Canvas For You To Bring Your Dreams To Life SOLD FOR TOP $$. ANOTHER SOLD FABULOUS DUPLEx! Seaton Village on iconic high demand street. 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2 kitchens! Potential for laneway home. Amazing value! Don’t miss out! $1,90 0 , 0 0 0 CENTRAL LOCATION!!Ultra SpaciousAndVeryWellAppointed 3 Bed,3 Bath Condo Located InThe HeartOf Richmond Hill!! This Fabulous Suite Features Over 1,600 S/F Of Living Space, Large Open Concept Kitchen W/Centre Island, Master Bedroom W/ Sitting Area, 3Full Baths, 3 Separate Balconies, 2 Prime Parking Spots & Much More! Amazing And Very Rare Opportunity - Don’t Miss Out!!! SOLD FOR TOP $$!! AMAzING OPPORTUNITY FOR FIRST TIME BUYERS Updated home on a large deep lot with a detached 18x32 insulated garage. Updated Kitchen and main floor bathroom. Hot tub in the back family room w/ access to the back yard. Plenty of parking! Minutes to 401 and shopping! $599, 9 0 0 WALk TO THE LAkE!! Cozy bungalow in beautiful lakeside community. Huge 95x135 lot! Open concept, hardwood throughout, new furnace 2020. Steps to Lake Simcoe, parks, marina. Private beach association for residents. A true gem! $450, 0 0 0 END UNIT TOWNHOUSE Opportunity knocks! Main floor offers living and dining room combined and walk from kitchen to private fenced yard, spacious master bedroom, finished basement with rec room. Live in this quiet area steps from transportation and all amenities. SOLD FOR 129% OF ASkING CORNER UNIT WITH UNOBSTRUCTED LAkE VIEWS! 2 bedroom + den, 2 bathroom Downtown Toronto condo with floor to ceiling windows! Includes parking and a spacious locker. New building, lots of upgrades with an amazing view off of the balcony! Must be seen! SOLD FOR 111% OF ASkING ANOTHER SOLD ANOTHER SOLD ANOTHER SOLD ANOTHER SOLD ANOTHER SOLD 11 | Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r | Th u r s d a y , F e b r u a r y 3 , 2 0 2 2 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 , F e b r u a r y 3 , 2 0 2 2 | 12 JP LEVON Real Estate Representative Direct:905-213-1585 •Office:647-313-3400 www.soldbylevon.com Serving Durham, Northumberland & Cottage Country List with JP, The Wiser move List for 3% Total Commission Full Service Brokerage SELLiNg??? Do you know someone between the ages of 6 - 17 who is making a difference within their community? Nominate them for an ONTARIO JUNIOR CITIZEN AWARD DEADLINE IS FEBRUARY 11, 202240TH ANNIVERSARY Brought to you by Nomination forms are available from this newspaper, and at www.ocna.org/juniorcitizen. Email jr.citizen@ocna.org for more information.NOMINATIONS WANTED You might expect kids tobe reluctant to walkthrough the doors of aschool on a Saturday — but that's not the case for thoseattending a new Afrocen-tric Heritage Program in Durham. The Durham Black Edu-cators' Network (DBEN)launched the program at the end of October with a fo-cus on "enriching and af-firming Black identitiesthrough authentic learn-ing."It runs Saturdays from10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Viola Des- mond P.S. in Ajax and in-cludes everything fromdrumming and painting tolessons on Black history and community building. About 90 students inkindergarten to Grade 8 at- tend on a regular basis, andthere is a growing wait list— affirmation that a pro-gram like this was long- awaited by the community. "Parents that have affili-ated with Durham Black Educators Network haveoften asked for mentorshipor for ongoing program-ming that they feel would help to boost student's well-being," says DBEN chairCheryl Rock. She notes that the pro-gram is also a "direct re-sponse" to action items list- ed in the Durham DistrictSchool Board's Compendi-um of Action for Black Stu-dent Success. "When they walk insidethis building ... they havethat sense of belonging. They feel welcome, theyfeel valued, their voices areheard," says Michel Jack-son-Stewart, acting vice- principal at Viola DesmondP.S. and lead for the Afro-centric Heritage Program. She notes students areoften greeted with inspir-ing quotes. A favourite is, "Iam my ancestor's wildest dreams — and still we rise."Last year, the DurhamDistrict School Board re- leased a report that ana-lyzed data from the 2019 stu-dent census. It showed an achievement gap for Blackstudents, which experts sayis influenced by systemicracism, implicit bias and gaps in expectation forBlack students. For those who don't see themselves reflected in thecurriculum or in their spe-cific school setting, a pro-gram that "centres their identity" can be powerful,Rock says."Students are able to be instructed and ... mentoredby people who look likethem. It does make a differ-ence." The Afrocentric Heri-tage Program runs untilJune, and organizers are planning for it to be an an-nual offering. Visit dbe-n.org for more information. NEW AFROCENTRIC HERITAGE PROGRAM HAS WAIT LIST JILLIAN FOLLERT jfollert@durhamregion.com The Durham Black Educators' Network has launched a new Afrocentric Heritage Program aimed at enriching and affirming Black identities. From left to right are Imran Syed, principal of Viola Desmond P.S.; Cheryl Rock, chair of the Durham Black Educators Network; DDSB Trustee Patrice Barnes; and Michel Jackson-Stewart, Afrocentric Heritage Program lead. 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Winner of the Diamond award for Best Hygienist in Pickering/Ajax 2020 and 2021 er alert, the Ajax Librarywelcomes members of thehomeless community,overnight, at its main branch, where it turns intoan overnight warming cen-tre from 7 p.m. until 9:30 a.m. the next day."We are not providingfood or bedding, but we areproviding a warm and safe space for people to literallyweather the storm," Vais-ler said.When the centre openedon Jan. 10, there was onevisitor; now, there nine to12 unique visitors each night that it's open.The Ajax Library,where the large room usedfor this purpose is directly accessible from the street,is ideal for an overnight warming centre. Picker-ing's is not. The Pickering CentralLibrary, as well as theGeorge Ashe Library, areavailable during cold alerts, but the doors closeat night — so does theChestnut Hill Develop- ments Recreation Com-plex, which also acts as awarming centre.But the organizer of a weekly meet-up for home-less people in Pickering,Darlene Walker, is gratefulfor Pickering's central branch, where a groupgathers every Wednesday."The library has been very accommodating withus," she said. Walker said there arecurrently eight or nine lo- cal people who are home-less. One person lives in their car by the lake.She started helping homeless people at the ga-zebo at Esplanade Park inthe summer of 2020, pro-viding snacks, non-perish- able goods, clothing, butmostly, a social connec-tion. "I always from the be-ginning wanted it to be asafe place for them to comeand forget about their wor- ries," Walker said. "I al-ways say it's like grand-ma's table."Pickering's chief admin- istrative officer/directorof public libraries JackieFlowers said councillors got in touch with her in fall2020, concerned the groupcould face problems meet-ing in the cold. "That's when we madethe connection to step in and provide the space tothe group so they can con- tinue to meet over the win-ter months," she said.Even as the library hasbeen shut down due to ev- er-changing COVID-19 re-strictions, the group is stillhappy to meet outside us- ing the chairs and tablesprovided by the library."We've done as much aswe could during the pan- demic to continue to offerspace," Flowers said.Pickering Ward 1 cityCoun. Maurice Brenner applauds the Pickering li-brary, pointing out "they'renot doing it because they have to."Brenner has been work-ing to find an overnightwarming location in Pick- ering, and has confirmedan emergency overnight centre at the Eastshore Community Centre willsoon open its doors.He said the region has agreed to support the pilotproject, which includessupplying cots as well atrained team to support homeless people."A temporary after-hours warming centre is not the solution to home-lessness, nor does it solvethe crisis of a lack of transi-tional housing that exists," Brenner said. "What isdoes do, however, is pro-vide a badly needed after- hours warming centre forthose who are on ourstreets to ensure they donot fall between the cracks."Erin Valant, Durham'smanager of affordablehousing and homeless- ness, noted when a coldweather alert is called, allhomeless shelters are able to expand their capacity,whether it's by providingmats, cots or hotel accom-modations. The region rolled out anew street outreach strate- gy at the end of December. Workers, as well as stafffrom other organizations,such as Carea Community Health Centre, often at-tend the warming centresto provide support.Valant said the region is looking for long-termhousing solutions to ad-dress homelessness. "We don't want to justmanage the symptoms ofhomelessness," she said."We want to have things in place to end homelessnessin the community, or we'lljust be spinning ourwheels."Walker is grateful forthe community's generosi-ty. Visit the DARS Face- book page to help. STORY BEHIND THESTORY: With the cold weather in January, manyin the community havebeen concerned about the well-being of those who arehomeless. We wanted tolook further into how li-braries have stepped in to provide an emergencysolution. 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The first robbery occurred around 8p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 25 when three men fledfrom the IDA Med Care Pharmacy onBrock Road in Pickering after obtaining aquantity of narcotics, police said. An employee at a Bell store on Harwood Avenue in Ajax sustained minor injurieswhen three suspects forced the worker tothe floor during a robbery around 5:50 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 26, police said. The ban-dits fled with merchandise.At 6:30 p.m. on Jan. 26 three menjumped a counter at Guardian Pharmacy on Church Street North in Ajax and stolemedication and cash, police said. They fledin a car. In all three instances the suspects aredescribed as Black men who covered theirfaces with masks. THREE SUSPECTS SOUGHT AFTER ROBBERIES IN AJAX, PICKERING NEWS 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 , F e b r u a r y 3 , 2 0 2 2 | 16 Happy 65th Candle & Cake Day Barb!! February 9, 2022 ------------------ You're really not 65, you're 18 with 47 years of life experiences! Sending you lots of Birthday kisses! Love you with all my heart, Bill. BONNIE, Hope Delores (nee Haviland) September 26, 1930 - January 24, 2022 ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our dear Hopey. Cherished Mother, Mother-in-Law and Grandmother. Wife of the late Lt. Roy L. Bonnie, Mother of Michelle (James), Greg, the late Kathy (Andy) and Scott (Angela). Dear Grandmother of Jordan (Ashley), Samantha (Joey), Taylor (Ken), Gregory and Brody. Loving Aunt to many in Canada and the US. She gave her heart and soul to all she knew and loved. She answered the call to be with all those family and friends that passed before her, now united in love and energy. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated. GAWMAN, Shirley Frances ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ It is with great sadness we announce that Shirley passed away on Friday, January 28, 2022 in her 93rd year. Pre- deceased by Henry Maxwell Gawman. Devoted mother to Leslie (Craig) Dyment, Michele Bell and Martin Gawman. Loving grandmother to Paul Dyment, Laura Dyment, Ben Gawman, and honourary grand-sons Alfredo González, Alan González and César González. Survived by her siblings Merelyn Allan, Hilda Walton, predeceased by George White. She will be greatly missed by her nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. She was so apprec- iative of her PSWs and neighbors that enabled her to live in her home until recently. Shirley was a patriotic Canadian and a dedicated member of the Liberal Party of Canada for over 55 years. She received the Queen's Silver Jubilee award for volun- teerism and was passionate about playing bridge, swim- ming and enjoyed nature. Visitation will be held at the McEachnie Funeral Home (28 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax) on Saturday, February 5, 2022 from 3 - 4 p.m. Funeral Service will take place in the Chapel at 4 p.m. Cremation. To register to attend the visitation and funeral, please visit www.mceachniefuneral.ca to review the COVID-19 Directives. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your local food bank in Shirley's memory. MURTON, Kimberly Jean ¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯¯ Passed away December 27, 2021. At the Hospice in Trenton 1244. Kim was the loving partner to Rick Chicoine for 33 yrs. Dear daughter of Carol and Dave Murton, sister to Karen, Randy and (Michelle) and Darrin. Aunt to Mariah, Mitch and (Danielle) Ron and (Kaite) great-gunt to Adam and (Bailey) Roman, Hudson and River. Great-great-aunt to Paisley, the loves of her life. Niece to Sharon and Diane Cousin to Charelle, Wayne and Ricky, stepmom to Shannon, and Charlene friend to Sam/Bf, step-grandmother to Luke, Maliyah and Skylar. Kim was a hard worker all her life, she worked at JVC & Medical Marijuana plant. In Bowmanville, Kim was very kind caring person who loved to spend time with family and friends. 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