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McKay has won the Ontario Chamber of Commerce’s Bernie Gillespie Memorial Award for Excellence in Chamber Leadership in 2015 and the Executive Director of the Year Award from the Chamber of Commerce Executives of Canada in 2009. Ajax-Pickering Board of Tradeexecutive director set to retire Kathy McKay to retire at the end of March after 13 years at helm Kristen Calis KCalis@durhamregion.com AJAX — From a stay-at-home mom to the backbone of a not-for- profit business organization, Kathy McKay is training her replacement as she prepares to leave her 13-year stint with the Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade (APBOT). “The last time I left a job, I was leaving to have my son, who is 38 this year, and no one was replacing me,” said the executive director of the APBOT, who will be retiring at the end of March. Before taking on the role, McKay, a Pickering resident, was a busy mother, involved in the com- munity, and volunteering at local schools and the Ajax-Pickering hospital. Her dedication and orga- nizational skills impressed others so much that she was approached to apply for the job. See LONGTIME page 3 du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ma r c h 1 , 2 0 1 7 2 AP FLAT PRICE:$65 SENIORS:$60 Business, Rental, Capital Gain, Employment expenses, etc. extra charge INCOME TAX GREGORY BADLEY PROFESSIONAL CORPORATIONChartered Professional Accountant 1099 Kingston Road, Suite 257PICKERING, ON. 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A 31-year-old man sustained non-life threatening injuries during the incident, at a restaurant in the vicinity of Bathurst and Wellington streets at about 5:30 a.m. on Feb. 25, Toronto police said. An argument between two men became physical, and one of the com- batants produced a gun and shot the other, Toronto police said. The shooter continued to assault the victim as he retreated into the restau- rant, police said. The suspect then fled the scene with his friends in a black Cadillac Escalade. Police have now identified the sus- pect as Alexander Edward Collin Reid, 28, of Ajax. He’s wanted on a number of charges including aggravated assault, pointing a firearm and weapons offenc- es. Reid is considered armed and dan- gerous and should not be approached, police said. Call 911 or Toronto police at 416-808- 1400. The Crime Stoppers number is 416-222-8477. Ajax man wanted after weekend shooting in Toronto leaves one injured Submitted photo DURHAM -- Police have identified Alexander Reid of Ajax as a suspect in a shooting Feb. 25 in Toronto that left one victim injured. He’s now wanted on several charges, including aggravated assault. Benjamin Priebe / Metroland Local artists’ work featured in Ajax show AJAX -- Matthew Pickles took in the artwork displayed inside the McLean Community Centre in Ajax recently. The show featured works by Durham Region artists selected by local painter Allan O’Marra. du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ma r c h 1 , 2 0 1 7 3 Pinside March 1, 2017 Pressrun 54,400 / 32 pages editorial Page / 6 Real estate / Pullout section Forever Young / 17 Wheels / Pullout section Classified / 21 905-215-0442 durhamregion.com The latest news from across durham Region, Ontario, Canada and the world all day, every day. search ‘newsdurham’ on your favourite social media channel. YOuR CaRRieR Collection weeks are every third week. Please greet your newspaper carrier with a smile and an optional payment for their service. uReport Reader-submitted news uReport enables our readers to submit photographs and videos from local events, written reports on things happening around durham Region, letters to the editor and event listings. share your event photos, write-ups and letters to the editor with our readers. Go to www.durhamre- gion.com/ureport to register and upload your information. “The Board of Trade has thrived under Kathy’s leadership,” said APBOT president Denise Jones of Collins Bar- row Durham. “She has grown our membership sig- nificantly, built a top-notch team and delivered tremendous value to the local business community. Kathy leaves big shoes to fill, but luckily she leaves us in great shape and has given us ample time to search for a replacement that’s up to the task.” One of McKay’s highlights was see- ing the membership grow. The board had 275 members when she started, and reached 700 last December. “It’s been such great learning for me,” McKay said. “And I’ve had such great people help me along the way. People that do great things. You always run into some bumps in the road. Bumps in the road are what teach you to grow and learn things.” Under McKay’s leadership, the APBOT has won numerous awards, including many accolades for its eco business certification program — the first of its kind in Canada — and a Cana- dian Chamber of Commerce Award for its advocacy efforts around transporta- tion. Individually, McKay has won the Ontario Chamber of Commerce’s Ber- nie Gillespie Memorial Award for Excel- lence in Chamber Leadership in 2015 and the Executive Director of the Year Award from the Chamber of Commerce Executives of Canada in 2009. In her 13 years, McKay has seen busi- nesses, which are mostly small in the APBOT, become more engaged, and work together to boost each other up. She also feels boards of trade and cham- bers of commerce are gaining strength. “I see us as being a large biotech for business in the Durham Region for that kind of common voice,” she said. “I see our numbers growing. I think people are seeing a value in us, which is also a way of promoting business.” McKay’s also seen the emergence of startup companies in Durham. Her replacement, Chrystine Lang- ille, has more than a 20-year career in finance, sales, marketing, policy, com- munications, public relations and human resources, including not-for- profit leadership experience. Langille is the former executive director of Patients Canada and was CEO of the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors. She managed a coaching and consult- ing firm for more than a decade, holds an MBA from York University’s Schulich School of Business and has been a vol- unteer mentor with Business Adviso- ry Centre Durham and UOIT Faculty of Business/IT Capstone Program. McKay doesn’t have a bucket list, and plans to lay low at first. “I think it will take awhile to clear my head, to not be thinking about this because I do all the time,” she said. But it’s in her nature to stay busy, and it shouldn’t be too surprising if McKay is spotted around the community, per- haps in a new role of some sort, after she takes that time. “I’ll see what speaks to me,” she said. And she has no intention of leaving Durham. “I’m not leaving Pickering,” she said. “I’ve lived here a long time — 40 years.” Longtime Pickering resident McKayleaves big shoes to fill at board of trade LONGTIME from page 1 Metroland file photo PICKERING -- Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade executive director Kathy McKay with her Executive of the Year award from the Chamber of Commerce Executives of Canada in 2009. She will retire from the position at the end of this month. This spring Ontario Hyundai will be awarding another 10 scholarships to graduating Grade 12 students from Durham Region. The scholarships are $1000.00 per student per year and are renewableeach year for up to four years. “The Ontario Hyundai Scholarships’ main mission is to help financially assist Durham Region students. For over 30 years Ontario Hyundai has supported many causes and charities in Durham Region. The establishment of The Ontario Hyundai Scholarships is a natural progression for us and one we felt was important. We believe we have to promote the value of education to our youth. Education istheir passport to the future and without it they may be left behind. We are proud and honoured to offer our support to the exemplary young men and women of Durham Region”. - Greg Mason, Founder, The Ontario Hyundai Scholarships The Ontario Hyundai Scholarships For more information on applying for one of the Ontario Hyundai Scholarships please visit our web site at www.ontariohyundaischolarships.ca du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ma r c h 1 , 2 0 1 7 4 P du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ma r c h 1 , 2 0 1 7 5 P Notice of Study CommencementClaremont Drainage Plan Class Environmental Assessment (EA) TheStudy TheCityofPickeringisundertakingaStudytocompleteacomprehensiveanalysisofthedrainagesystem,identifydeficienciesanddevelopacomprehensivedrainagemanagementstrategyfortheHamletofClaremont.TheStudyAreaisshownintheKeyMapbelow.AmecFosterWheelerEnvironment&InfrastructurehasbeenretainedbytheCityofPickeringtocompletetheClaremontDrainagePlan. TheProcess ThestudywillbeconductedinaccordancewithApproach#2forMasterPlans,asoutlinedintheMunicipalEngineersAssociation’s,MunicipalClassEnvironmentalAssessment(EA)(October2000,amended2007,2011and2015).TheStudyisintendedtoaddressthefirsttwophasesoftheMasterPlanClassEAprocess,andconsultationwithstakeholders(publicandagencies)willbeakeycomponentoftheStudy.PublicInformationCentres(PICs)willbeheldtodiscussmattersrelatedtothestudy,includingproblems,opportunities,alternativesolutions,evaluationcriteria,environmentalimpactsandmitigationmeasures.PICdatesanddetailswillbeadvertisedastheStudyprogresses. Comments ThisNoticeofStudyCommencementisbeingissuedtonotifythestakeholdersoftheprojectandinvitecomment.CommentsandinformationregardingtheStudywillbemaintainedforreferencethroughouttheprojectandwillbecomepartofpublicrecord.TheinformationiscollectedundertheauthorityoftheEnvironmentalAssessmentActoriscollectedandmaintainedforthepurposeofcreatingarecordthatisavailabletothegeneralpublicasdescribedins.37ofthe FreedomofInformationandProtectionofPrivacyAct.Personalinformationyousubmitwillbecomepartofapublicrecordthatisavailabletothegeneralpublicunlessyourequestthatyourpersonalinformationremainconfidential. Direct Access 905.420.4660 General Enquiries 905.683.2760 Service Disruption 1.877.420.4666 Customer Care Centre 905.683.7575 (24 hour line) customercare@pickering.caDownload Our App! Stay up-to-date on road works, receive important broadcasts, learn about upcoming Council meetings, and events, report a problem, and more! pickering.ca/pingstreet Artists Wanted for Artfest The 2017 show will take place Saturday, May 27 from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm in Esplanade Park, behind City Hall Now accepting applications for artists, artisans and performers.Students are Free! Deadline to apply is April 6, 2017. Sign up today! pickering.ca/artfest 905.420.4620 Canadacelebrates andPickeringisreadytocelebrate! Visitonline forour year-long eventlineup 905.420.4620pickering.ca/150 @PickeringEvents 150th Birthday Ournext Canada150 Event: Sustainable PickeringDay Saturday,March25 9:30am -6:30pm Pickering Town Centre #IAMONTARIO Youth Arts Showcase #IAMONTARIOYouth Arts Showcase pickering.ca/150 @PickeringEvents March13-17Activities OntheIce @ Don BeerArena Stick&Puck Parent&Child5-13yrs Thisisagreatopportunityforparentstohelpkidspracticeskating, stickhandling,andpassingskillsinarelaxed,atmosphere. All participantsrequiredtowearCSAapprovedhelmetwithfullface mask. 2childrenperadultmax. Bringyourownstick&puck. Monday,March13andWednesday,March15 Grades1-4 9:00am-11:00am Grades5-8 11:00am-1:00pm $7.00(Parent/Child)$2.50 eachadditional child YouthShinny-Cancelled Participantsmustbringtheirownhockeyequipmentandpossess basichockeyskills.AllparticpantsrequiredtowearCSAapproved helmetwithfullfacemask.Onicesupervisionwillbeprovided. Tuesday,March15 Grades1-4 9:00am-10:00am Grades5-8 10:00am-11:30am Grades9-12 11:30am-1:00pm $5.00perplayer goaliesarefree Get Active @ Pickering RecreationComplex PublicSkate March13-17 1:00pm-3:00pm PublicSwim March13-17 1:00pm-4:00pmand 7:00pm-9:00pm 2for1Squash March13-17 6:00am-4:40pm orRacquetball Bookacourt,905.831.1730 FreeIceSkating! sponsoredbyBoyerPickering Monday,March13 1:00pmto3:00pm PickeringRecreationComplex Free Teen Stuff 13-19yrs Public Notice OnMarch13,2017,aby-lawwillbeconsideredbyCouncilto stop-upandclosethefollowingroadallowancesaspublichighwayanddeemthemsurplustotheneedsoftheCity. PartoftheRoadAllowancebetweenLots30and31, Concession5,beingParts7,11,12and13,Plan40R-28736; PartoftheRoadAllowancebetweenLots28and29, Concession5,beingParts1to6,Plan40R-28736; RoadAllowancebetweenLots26and27,Concession5; PartoftheRoadAllowancebetweenLots24and25,Concession5,beingParts3,4and5,Plan40R-28739andPartoftheRoadAllowancebetweenLots24and25, Concession5,beingPart3,Plan40R-29474; RoadAllowancebetweenLots22and23,Concession5; PartoftheRoadAllowancebetweenLots20and21,Concession5,beingParts1to4,Plan40R-28743; PartoftheRoadAllowancebetweenLots20and21,Concession4,beingPart7,Plan40R-28738; RoadAllowancebetweenLots22and23,Concession4; PartoftheRoadAllowancebetweenLots24and25,Concession4,beingPart1,Plan40R-28737;and PartoftheRoadAllowancebetweenLots22and23,Concession3,beingParts1and2,Plan40R-28740. TheplansshowingthelandsaffectedmaybeviewedintheofficeoftheCityClerkoftheCityofPickering. Anypersonwhoclaimshisorherlandswillbeprejudiciallyaffectedbytheby-lawandwhowishestobeheard,inperson,orbyhisorhercounsel,shouldcontacttheundersignedonorbeforenoononMarch10,2017. DebbieShieldsCityClerkPickeringCivicComplexOneTheEsplanade Pickering,ONL1V6K7905.420.4611 TO W N O F A J A X CI T Y O F M A R K H A M Legend Road Allowances for Closure Seaton BR O C K R O A D AL T O N A R O A D WH I T E S R O A D HIGHWAY 7 HIGHWAY 407 TAUNTON ROAD Forfurtherinformationonthisprojectpleasecontact: IrinaMarouchko,P.Eng.WaterResourcesEngineerCityofPickeringOneTheEsplanadePickering,ONL1V6K7T.905.420.4660ext2072imarouchko@pickering.ca SteveChipps,P.Eng.ConsultantProjectManagerAmecFosterWheelerEnvironment&Infrastructure 3215NorthServiceRoad,Burlington,ONL7N3G2T.905.335.2353steve.chipps@amecfw.com Introducingabrandnew,fast&friendly OnlineRegistrationSystemthisspring. Hello ActiveNet!Thisnewsystemallowsusersto browse,search,andregisterforprograms&activitiesquickly andeasilyfromtheirmobiledeviceorcomputer. Searchby keyword,age,day,time,location,andmore. TogetstartedyoumustCreateanAccount. Thisisabrandnewregistrationsystemsoprevious registrationaccountswillnolongerwork. 1 Startbyaccessingournewregistrationsite: ca.apm.activecommunities.com/cityofpickering 2 ClickCreateanAccountandfollowthestepbystep instructions. 3 OnceyourhavecreatedyourActiveNetaccount, youarereadytoregisterforprogramsandactivities. Ifyouhaveanyquestionscontact ProgramRegistration: 905.420.4621 registration@pickering.ca Spring&SummerCityServices&LeisureGuide willbeonlineandinCityfacilitiesMarch6. Registrationstarts March21forAquaticsPrograms March23forFitness,Leisure&CampsPrograms pickering.ca/cityguide MarchBreakisjustaroundthecorner RegisterNowforCamp Campsstartat4yrsofage,withchoicesforyouthupto15yrs. March13-17 pickering.ca/camps 905.420.4621ThisNoticeissuedonFebruary22,2017 H AP PYBIRTHDAYIRTHDDAYHD You’re invited to Sparky’s Birthday Party Friday March 17, 2017 10:30 am - 1:30 pm Open House Fire Station 5 1616 Bayly Street, Pickering In lieu of gifts for Sparky, a non-perishable food donation for our local food bank is appreciated, but not required. For more information contact Julie Ineson, Fire Inspector jineson@pickering.ca or 905.420.4660 ext 8517. Date Meeting/Location Time March6 ExecutiveCommittee CityHall–CouncilChambers 2:00pm March6 Planning&Development Committee CityHall–CouncilChambers 7:00pm March8 CommitteeofAdjustment CityHall-MainCommitteeRoom 7:00pm March8 AccessibilityAdvisoryCommittee PickeringSoccerClub 7:00pm March13 CouncilMeeting CityHall–CouncilChambers 7:00pm Allmeetingsareopentothepublic. Fordetailscall905.420.2222orvisittheCitywebsite. ForServicedisruptionnotificationcall1.866.278.9993 Upcoming Public Meetings SponsoredbyBoyerGMPickering March13 7:00 -9:00pm PCCC Breakdancing March14 2:00-4:00pm ESCC Basketball 4:00-7:00pm PRC Breakdancing,Games,Pizza March16 7:00 -10:00 pm ESCC Basketball,Breakdancing,Games participate.Getit freeatourprograms,withparentsignature. pickering.ca 905.420.4620 du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ma r c h 1 , 2 0 1 7 4 P du r h a m r e g i o n . c o m Ne w s A d v e r t i s e r • Ma r c h 1 , 2 0 1 7 5 P Notice of Study CommencementClaremont Drainage Plan Class Environmental Assessment (EA) TheStudy TheCityofPickeringisundertakingaStudytocompleteacomprehensiveanalysisofthedrainagesystem,identifydeficienciesanddevelopacomprehensivedrainagemanagementstrategyfortheHamletofClaremont.TheStudyAreaisshownintheKeyMapbelow.AmecFosterWheelerEnvironment&InfrastructurehasbeenretainedbytheCityofPickeringtocompletetheClaremontDrainagePlan. TheProcess ThestudywillbeconductedinaccordancewithApproach#2forMasterPlans,asoutlinedintheMunicipalEngineersAssociation’s,MunicipalClassEnvironmentalAssessment(EA)(October2000,amended2007,2011and2015).TheStudyisintendedtoaddressthefirsttwophasesoftheMasterPlanClassEAprocess,andconsultationwithstakeholders(publicandagencies)willbeakeycomponentoftheStudy.PublicInformationCentres(PICs)willbeheldtodiscussmattersrelatedtothestudy,includingproblems,opportunities,alternativesolutions,evaluationcriteria,environmentalimpactsandmitigationmeasures.PICdatesanddetailswillbeadvertisedastheStudyprogresses. Comments ThisNoticeofStudyCommencementisbeingissuedtonotifythestakeholdersoftheprojectandinvitecomment.CommentsandinformationregardingtheStudywillbemaintainedforreferencethroughouttheprojectandwillbecomepartofpublicrecord.TheinformationiscollectedundertheauthorityoftheEnvironmentalAssessmentActoriscollectedandmaintainedforthepurposeofcreatingarecordthatisavailabletothegeneralpublicasdescribedins.37ofthe FreedomofInformationandProtectionofPrivacyAct.Personalinformationyousubmitwillbecomepartofapublicrecordthatisavailabletothegeneralpublicunlessyourequestthatyourpersonalinformationremainconfidential. Direct Access 905.420.4660 General Enquiries 905.683.2760 Service Disruption 1.877.420.4666 Customer Care Centre 905.683.7575 (24 hour line) customercare@pickering.caDownload Our App! Stay up-to-date on road works, receive important broadcasts, learn about upcoming Council meetings, and events, report a problem, and more! pickering.ca/pingstreet Artists Wanted for Artfest The 2017 show will take place Saturday, May 27 from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm in Esplanade Park, behindCity Hall Now accepting applications for artists, artisans and performers.Studentsare Free! Deadline to apply is April 6, 2017. Sign up today! pickering.ca/artfest905.420.4620 Canadacelebrates andPickeringisreadytocelebrate! Visitonlineforouryear-longeventlineup 905.420.4620pickering.ca/150 @PickeringEvents 150thBirthday OurnextCanada150Event: SustainablePickeringDay Saturday,March25 9:30am-6:30pm PickeringTownCentre #IAMONTARIO Youth Arts Showcase #IAMONTARIOYouth Arts Showcase pickering.ca/150 @PickeringEvents March13-17Activities OntheIce @ Don BeerArena Stick&Puck Parent&Child5-13yrs Thisisagreatopportunityforparentstohelpkidspracticeskating, stickhandling,andpassingskillsinarelaxed,atmosphere. All participantsrequiredtowearCSAapprovedhelmetwithfullface mask. 2childrenperadultmax. Bringyourownstick&puck. Monday,March13andWednesday,March15 Grades1-4 9:00am-11:00am Grades5-8 11:00am-1:00pm $7.00(Parent/Child)$2.50 eachadditional child YouthShinny-Cancelled Participantsmustbringtheirownhockeyequipmentandpossess basichockeyskills.AllparticpantsrequiredtowearCSAapproved helmetwithfullfacemask.Onicesupervisionwillbeprovided. Tuesday,March15 Grades1-4 9:00am-10:00am Grades5-8 10:00am-11:30am Grades9-12 11:30am-1:00pm $5.00perplayer goaliesarefree Get Active @ Pickering RecreationComplex PublicSkate March13-17 1:00pm-3:00pm PublicSwim March13-17 1:00pm-4:00pmand 7:00pm-9:00pm 2for1Squash March13-17 6:00am-4:40pm orRacquetball Bookacourt,905.831.1730 FreeIceSkating! sponsoredbyBoyerPickering Monday,March13 1:00pmto3:00pm PickeringRecreationComplex Free Teen Stuff 13-19yrs Public Notice OnMarch13,2017,aby-lawwillbeconsideredbyCouncilto stop-upandclosethefollowingroadallowancesaspublichighwayanddeemthemsurplustotheneedsoftheCity. PartoftheRoadAllowancebetweenLots30and31, Concession5,beingParts7,11,12and13,Plan40R-28736; PartoftheRoadAllowancebetweenLots28and29, Concession5,beingParts1to6,Plan40R-28736; RoadAllowancebetweenLots26and27,Concession5; PartoftheRoadAllowancebetweenLots24and25,Concession5,beingParts3,4and5,Plan40R-28739andPartoftheRoadAllowancebetweenLots24and25, Concession5,beingPart3,Plan40R-29474; RoadAllowancebetweenLots22and23,Concession5; PartoftheRoadAllowancebetweenLots20and21,Concession5,beingParts1to4,Plan40R-28743; PartoftheRoadAllowancebetweenLots20and21,Concession4,beingPart7,Plan40R-28738; RoadAllowancebetweenLots22and23,Concession4; PartoftheRoadAllowancebetweenLots24and25,Concession4,beingPart1,Plan40R-28737;and PartoftheRoadAllowancebetweenLots22and23,Concession3,beingParts1and2,Plan40R-28740. TheplansshowingthelandsaffectedmaybeviewedintheofficeoftheCityClerkoftheCityofPickering. Anypersonwhoclaimshisorherlandswillbeprejudiciallyaffectedbytheby-lawandwhowishestobeheard,inperson,orbyhisorhercounsel,shouldcontacttheundersignedonorbeforenoononMarch10,2017. DebbieShieldsCityClerkPickeringCivicComplexOneTheEsplanade Pickering,ONL1V6K7905.420.4611 TO W N O F A J A X CI T Y O F M A R K H A M Legend Road Allowances for Closure Seaton BR O C K R O A D AL T O N A R O A D WH I T E S R O A D HIGHWAY 7 HIGHWAY 407 TAUNTON ROAD Forfurtherinformationonthisprojectpleasecontact: IrinaMarouchko,P.Eng.WaterResourcesEngineerCityofPickeringOneTheEsplanadePickering,ONL1V6K7T.905.420.4660ext2072imarouchko@pickering.ca SteveChipps,P.Eng.ConsultantProjectManagerAmecFosterWheelerEnvironment&Infrastructure 3215NorthServiceRoad,Burlington,ONL7N3G2T.905.335.2353steve.chipps@amecfw.com Introducingabrandnew,fast&friendly OnlineRegistrationSystemthisspring. Hello ActiveNet!Thisnewsystemallowsusersto browse,search,andregisterforprograms&activitiesquickly andeasilyfromtheirmobiledeviceorcomputer. Searchby keyword,age,day,time,location,andmore. TogetstartedyoumustCreateanAccount. Thisisabrandnewregistrationsystemsoprevious registrationaccountswillnolongerwork. 1 Startbyaccessingournewregistrationsite: ca.apm.activecommunities.com/cityofpickering 2 ClickCreateanAccountandfollowthestepbystep instructions. 3 OnceyourhavecreatedyourActiveNetaccount, youarereadytoregisterforprogramsandactivities. Ifyouhaveanyquestionscontact ProgramRegistration: 905.420.4621 registration@pickering.ca Spring&SummerCityServices&LeisureGuide willbeonlineandinCityfacilitiesMarch6. Registrationstarts March21forAquaticsPrograms March23forFitness,Leisure&CampsPrograms pickering.ca/cityguide MarchBreakisjustaroundthecorner RegisterNowforCamp Campsstartat4yrsofage,withchoicesforyouthupto15yrs. March13-17 pickering.ca/camps 905.420.4621ThisNoticeissuedonFebruary22,2017 HAPPYBIRTHDAYIRTHDDAYHD You’re invited to Sparky’s Birthday Party Friday March 17, 2017 10:30 am - 1:30 pm Open House Fire Station 5 1616 Bayly Street, Pickering In lieu of gifts for Sparky, a non-perishable food donation for our local food bank is appreciated, but not required. For more information contact Julie Ineson, Fire Inspector jineson@pickering.ca or 905.420.4660 ext 8517. Date Meeting/LocationTime March6ExecutiveCommittee CityHall–CouncilChambers 2:00pm March6Planning&Development Committee CityHall–CouncilChambers 7:00pm March8 CommitteeofAdjustment CityHall-MainCommitteeRoom 7:00pm March8 AccessibilityAdvisoryCommittee PickeringSoccerClub 7:00pm March13 CouncilMeeting CityHall–CouncilChambers 7:00pm Allmeetingsareopentothepublic. Fordetailscall905.420.2222orvisittheCitywebsite. 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The com- mitment has appealed to a well-worn sen- timent of Canadian moral superiority and allowed Trudeau to travel the world’s diplo- matic circles, trying to resuscitate the standing of global good-guy that Canada had lost over the last few decades. But is the Trudeau gov- ernment doing enough to re-establish Cana- da as a ‘good country’? My personal experience with Canada the ‘bad’ occurred while carrying out research in Central America in the early 2000s, where I was shocked to see fear in the eyes of indig- enous leaders there when I told them I was Canadian. As I came to understand, certain Canadian companies who were supported by our federal government had been implicated in human rights abuses. These abuses had completely flipped the Canadian reputation from one to be respected to one to be feared. This dynamic was most pronounced in Honduras in 2009, when a democratic govern- ment that tried to protect workers’ and envi- ronmental rights was overthrown by a mili- tary coup. The profits of major Canadian com- panies would have suffered from the Hondu- ran government’s pro-poor and pro-environ- ment policies. There is evidence of Canadian business being involved in the coup, and the Canadian government was the only major country not to condemn it. Canadian busi- ness interests in Honduras were expanded in the following years, while the country became the most dangerous in the world — its citizens subjected to the human rights abuses of the postcoup regime. One result was a refugee cri- sis, as tens of thousands of desperate parents sent their children unaccompanied to the United States. This is an example of Canada accepting refugees with one hand, while creating them with the other. There have been policies sug- gested that would require Canadian compa- nies operating in foreign countries to adhere to minimal ethical standards. Until such poli- cies are accepted into law, Canada will only be a pretender to the ‘good country’ status. To truly be a ‘good country,’ Canada must not only accept refugees, but cease creating them as well. -- Dr. Timothy MacNeill is with the political science program in the faculty of social science and humanities at UOIT column our opinion Canada needs to be a good country Agree? Disagree? Send us a letter to the editor, max. 200 words. newsroom@durhamregion.com The clock is ticking on the provincial Lib- erals … and they know it. The time is short before the next provin- cial election — scheduled on or before June 7 of next year — and the Liberals know full well their chances of remaining in power are inexorably linked to hydro; more specifically, the already stratospheric and continuing-to- rise price of electricity. And, the hot mess that is the provincial energy file was brought into focus once again by a pronouncement by Oshawa MPP Jen- nifer French in the Ontario Legislature last week. The NDP MPP made mention of a Durham man, finishing a basement apart- ment, who was charged $50 for hydro deliv- ery to the apartment, although there was no electricity used. His hydro bill notes 0.000 kilowatt hours of electricity was used. She quite rightly points out that the $50 fee was for the delivery of nothing. How can ratepayers have any faith in the government and their handling of a file that carries such an impact on daily life within Ontario when such a story comes to light? It quite simply belies belief that someone could be charged a delivery fee for …. noth- ing. It’s just one more sad example of how badly the Liberals have botched hydro and the delivery of it to users throughout the province. There has been plenty of dancing around the edges, most notably the eight per cent reduction in hydro bills by taking off the Ontario portion of the HST from the bill. This week, the Liberals saw fit to discontinue the practice of disconnecting hydro during the winter months from those who are behind on their bills. It should be noted that other Canadian provinces, such as Quebec and Manitoba, have long had a moratorium on winter disconnections. The Liberals have said they’re still looking for ways to continue to pare down the ridicu- lous cost of hydro to Ontario consumers. On Friday, the Ontario Energy Minister Glenn Thibeault, in Ottawa to give a speech, men- tioned that although he had no announce- ments on rate relief, he noted the govern- ment “is well on our way to achieving that.” What form this rate relief on hydro will take is anyone’s guess. But, Ontarians are fed up with inflated prices and total mismanage- ment of hydro; they’re looking for real lead- ership and real relief. And, while they’re at it, the Liberals can stop the insane practice of charging delivery fees for no electricity. Durham-area MPP tells of another hydro shocker Dr. Timothy macneill Guest columnist leTTer To The eDiTor Harwood Avenue changes not welcomed by everyone To the editor: Re: Harwood Avenue changes causing safe- ty concerns, letters, Feb. 15 Kudos to John D’Costa for his pointed let- ter on the disruptive ‘improvements’ to Har- wood Avenue and how it has severely impact- ed his wife. The Town of Ajax sent letters on the proposed changes to residents residing within 400 feet of Harwood Avenue without recognizing the changes impact all residents between Finley Avenue and Kinsmen Park (to the east). It illustrates, for me, the lack of con- cern and respect this council has for the ‘silent majority’, some of whom are now ‘awake’. Concerns with the changes have been brought to the mayor and council by other residents. On recognizing the potential impact to residents, a neighbour spearhead- ed a meeting with the mayor (which I attend- ed). 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The campaign reminds people about Canada’s Low-Risk Drinking Guidelines, which notes that drinking alcohol may come with health risks. “Drinking is a personal choice and we’re not suggesting that everyone stop drinking,” said Chris Arnott, a public health nurse with the health department. “However, if you choose to drink, reflect on your pattern of drinking and drink size, and follow the rec- ommendations outlined in Canada’s Low- Risk Drinking Guidelines.” The guidelines recommend women drink no more than two drinks per day and no more than 10 drinks per week, men con- sume no more than three drinks per day and no more than 15 drinks per week, and people should plan for at least two drink- free days per week to avoid a habit. “Canada’s Low-Risk Drinking Guide- lines set limits, not goals,” Arnott said. “The guidelines have daily limits, so it doesn’t work to save all of your drinks for the week- end.” Knowing how much alcohol you are actually drinking is important to reducing your risk, the guidelines point out, as the amount of alcohol can vary from one alco- holic beverage to the next. A standard drink contains 13.6 grams of pure alcohol which is equal to 12 ounces of five-per cent beer, five ounces of 12-per cent wine, or 1.5 ounces of 40-per cent spirits. However, a typical glass of wine sometimes contains more than the amount of two standard drinks. In Durham Region, more than 50 per cent of adults exceed the limits set out in the guidelines and one in five adults are heavy drinkers, according to the Canadian Com- munity Health Survey. Research shows that drinking too much or too often can lead to immediate harms, such as impaired driv- ing, alcohol poisoning, and assaults, prob- lems with work and school, and risky sexu- al behaviour. Long-term health effects can also include liver cirrhosis, heart disease and seven types of cancer. For individuals worried about the risk for cancer, the Canadian Cancer Society suggests even lower limits for alcohol con- sumption including less than one standard drink a day for women and less than two standard drinks a day for men. “We live in a culture that normaliz- es alcohol as being a part of everyday life”, Arnott said. “The Rethink Your Drinking campaign is intended to help us reflect on how much and how often we’re drinking alcohol.” For more information about alcohol and your health, please visit www.rethinkyour- drinking.ca or www.durham.ca/alcohol. 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I thank the News Advertiser and will always support your good work. Emily Del PieroPickering Taxpayer says capacity to pay matters when it comes to ever increasing property taxes To the editor: Mayor Dave Ryan rejoices 2.69 per cent tax increase! — Historic! — Lowest in 17 years! Engaged administrators know statis- tics provide insight worth considering: 1. 2.69 per cent vs. 1.7 per cent — (Inflation rate Ontario — All items excluding ener- gy). 2. 17 years of budget increases vs. 32 years of declining income of -15 per cent+, Pickering core Census Track neighbour- hoods. 3. $36,197 median income Pickering vs. the 720 Pickering employees who made it onto the Sunshine List, up from one in 1997. At a $117,844 average income, solidly in the top 5 per cent of income earners. Marry a co-worker — Join the 1 per cent club. Capacity to pay matters. Throwing retired folk, who meet the city pover- ty guideline, a $200 property tax deduc- tion bone is a testament to how out of touch Mayor Ryan and union bureaucracy have become. I checked, $200 barely cov- ers a large bag of dried house brand cat food a month for a year. Surely our seniors, who built Pickering, by the sweat of their brow, deserve better. This wealth inequality doesn’t make public sector workers bad people. They’re just people. Most don’t have any idea how expensive a defined benefit, 85 factor pen- sion adds to their salary. Changing to a 95 factor would be good first step. It’s time council took our city back. Stop the union bureaucracy, turning taxpayers into its own private wealth management plan. It’ll require a strong council and mayor willing to questions staff. A trait a fearful council lacks. Former Coun. Peter Rodrigues used to question budgets. Ken Nash Pickering Durham College looking for another handout To the editor: Re: ‘The underfunding of college edu- cation can’t continue’, column, Feb. 8 Durham College in Oshawa should be offering a course in Finances 101. The college is looking for another handout from the City of Oshawa as it tries to pay for a project which broke ground in late 2016. The $40-million project is receiving $22 million from the provincial govern- ment which wastes billions on provin- cial scandals, and $13 million from the federal government which spends bil- lions on initiatives around the world at deficit records. This results in a $5-million shortfall in the construction of their new Centre for Collaborative Education. Was the college not aware of this shortfall before construction began? It’s a little late to be coming to the city, and ultimately, the taxpayers in Oshawa for $1 million, as we deal with the city budget. The numbers don’t add up, and once again we are paying for it. 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WHERE:282WindsorStreet,Oshawa PRICE:$450,000 DETAILS:Great3bedroombungalowonlargelotwithseparateentrancetofinishedbasementwith3pcbath.Perfectforinvestors orfirsttimebuyers!Hardwoodfloors,updatedroof,updatedmainbath.Largecoveredpatio,goodsizedshedwithhydro.Greatlocationwithinwalkingdistancetonewschool.Closeproximityto 401.Thisonewon’tlast! DerekBaird,SalesRepresentative MincomMillenniumRealtyInc.,Brokerage*(905)-720-2004or1-800-810-2842 E:derek@callderektoday.comwww.CallDerekToday.com WATERFRONT!WATERFRONT! WHERE:21CoveRd. DETAILS:LovelyupdatedNewcastlemodelbackingontotheshoresofLakeOntarioinTHEADULTCOMMUNITYOFWILMOTCREEK!Newervinylsiding,hardwoodthroughout,renovatedkitchen,FAG/CenAir,newerroof,andmuchmuchmore!MLS#E3702148Listedfor$389,900. Valerie(Val)Smith,SalesRepresentativeSuttonGroupHeritageRealtyInc1-866-430-9900Email:vsmith@Sutton.comWebsite:www.valeriesmith.ca OPENHOUSEMARCH 4 FROM 2PMTO 4PM LouiseA.Sabino,SalesRepresentativeRoyalLepageSignatureRealty*Direct:416-574-3333 Tel:416-443-0300www.LouiseSabino.com WHERE:928KROSNOBLVD,PICKERING PRICE:$599,000 DETAILS:This3BedroomBungalowHasSoManyUpgradesRecentlyCompletedAndAddedBonus...1BedroomLegalBasementApt(RegisteredW/CityOfPickering)WithSeparatedEntrance,LaminateFloors,3PcBathroom.NewLaminateFloorsOnMain,NewFrontWindow,UpdatedKitchenWithTravertineFloors,UnderCabinetLighting,StainlessSteelAppliances.RenovatedBathroom,UpgradedTrim,Doors&Hardware,FreshlyPainted.AllSetOnALargeLotAndMinutesToGOTransit&HWY401....InvestorsDream!!!SPACE,BEAUTY,WARMTH,VALUE!!! GETTHE FACTS! Many of our clients have been referred to us over the years. They now may be wondering “if we sell, where will we go?” We can help with that decision. JudyStacee-Cleaver BrokerofRecordTheStacee-FreeTeamMinComNewChoiceRealtyLtd.905-428-4557/1-877-234-0578Pleasevisit:www.MinComRealty.ca 1 ACRE PattiRobertson,SalesRepresentative RoyalServiceRealEstateInc.Brokerage* (905)697-1900•patti@royalservice.ca www.pattirobertson.ca WHERE:2601ThicksonRdSWhitby PRICE:$1,150,000 DETAILS:Detached3Bdrm/2Bath LocatedadjacenttotheWaterfrontTrailinWhitbyandstepstoLakeOntario.PropertybacksontoThickson’sWoods. QUIET COURT LOCATION! WHERE:1CanoeCourt PRICE:Asking$299,900 DETAILS:NewcastlemodelonquietcourtlocationintheWILMOTCREEKADULTLIFESSTYLECOMMUNITY!withbambooflooringthroughoutprincipalareas,newerflooringinkitchen,upgradedwindows,covereddeckandStainlessappliances.MLS#369656 Valerie(Val)Smith,SalesRepresentative SuttonGroupHeritageRealtyInc18664309900Email:vsmith@Sutton.comWebsite:www.valeriesmith.ca OPENH O U S E OPENHOUSE,SATURDAY/SUNDAY,2-4PM ShabanaRaja,Broker ASA-AccreditedSeniorAgentSohailRaja,SalesRepresentative Century21ParklandLtd.Brokerage*647-290-2167,416-698-1982shabanaraja15@gmail.com WHERE:10DarbyshireCrt.,AjaxPRICE:$629,786DETAILS:4Bedrooms,4baths,SpaciousLiving/FamilyRoomCombination.SeparateDiningRoom.RenovatedKitchenWithW/OToLargeSolariumAndHugeFencedPatio,SpaciousMasterBedroomW/SittingArea,WalkThroughHis/HerClosetToFullEnsuite.BeautifullyLandscapedYard.StepsToPublicSchool,Mins.To401AndAllAmenities. *Salesperson **Broker ***Broker of RecordPAGE 2 OPENHOUSE LoriSpeed,SalesRepresentative RoyalServiceRealEstateInc.,Brokerage* Direct:905-924-2111•Office:905-697-1900 Pleasevisitwww.sellwithspeed.ca WHEN:OpenHouseSundayMarch5th,2-4PMWHERE:46CarmodyLane,UxbridgePRICE:$799,900DETAILS:SoughtafterQuakerVillage.WatchthesunsetfromyourdeckoverlookingQuakerCommon,pondandtrails.Spotless3bedroomfamilyhome,2cargarageandhugeworkshop. 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Coming soon step insiDe Your new Home 3+1 bedrooms in this prime ajax location gives room foreveryone! finished basement. pick up the phone! $500,000 tHe perfeCt familY Home impeccably finished on the inside! you must see this 3 bedroom,finished basement gem steps from frenchmans bay. $899,900 muCH larger tHan it looks this bowmanville home is located in a high demand areawith 3 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms it’s the perfect home! $500,000 Beautiful 2 storeY Home 3 bedroom & 3 bathroom all brick home close to the heartof downtown whitby. come see it before it’s gone! $450,000 perfeCt Home in wHitBY! spaceand luxuryiswhatyouwill find inthe brown brick homeinwhitby.listing is coming soon,call ustodayfor more info! 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But the entertainer has been living in the city for more than 50 years and her intimate relationship with its cultural evo- lution is once again in sharp relief, thanks to a new production of “Hello, Dolly!” on Broadway and a remastering of “The Divine Miss M”, the 1972 album, which made her name. She arrives for our early evening ren- dezvous in a small hotel off Madison Ave- nue, in convivial mood, modestly but ele- gantly attired in a simple sweater and large earrings. Her generous demeanour belies a busy day, with rehearsals and a Face- book Q&A with her ever-admiring fans. The singer, actress and comedienne has been actively involved in the remount- ing of her first disc. “I heard it again, and I like it,” she says. “I was like, ‘Oh, don’t make me do that’, but I had to listen. I real- ly wanted the old sound, because I think part of the charm of that record is that it’s very warm sounding.” Some of it, indeed, was made in front of a crowd invited into the studio to eat Chinese food and observe her show. “It’s part-live,” she says dryly. “Like me.” As an ingenue in New York (she relo- cated to the city in 1965 using earnings from a bit part in a long-forgotten Julie Andrews film called “Hawaii” Midler’s first focus was on musical theatre, notably in a long-running production of “Fiddler on the Roof”. As a solo singer, her style was honed in the city’s live venues, but not to the usual rock club template. Instead, she performed her show in the bathhouses where gay men met for sexual encounters. Looking back, Midler, now 70, takes sat- isfaction in the pathfinding role she played in the emerging Gay Pride movement. “I had no idea at the time,” she says. “I knew there were gay people here, but I didn’t know I was helping them kick the door open, because I was just in there doing my job. And it was a great job. “I think I was the first person on televi- sion ever to say ‘gay’ on “The Johnny Car- son Show”. I said I was working in a gay bathhouse, and I think the house went up, but to me it was no big deal. I’d been in community theatres where the place was full of queens, and I’d gone to see the drag shows. I didn’t pay any attention to it, it was just like ‘Oh, humanity’.” “[The gay community] wanted me to succeed,” she adds. “They saw something in me that I think people didn’t see. The emotional- ism [of my show], the intimacy, the fear- lessness, the outrageousness. That’s what they enjoyed in their life and they saw me as part of it.” You might assume that such fearless- ness evolved from her Jewish upbringing in a chiefly Asian community in Honolu- lu, but she won’t have it. “I never fought anything,” she says firmly. “I was the big- gest coward in the world, I was hiding in the corner. “I was the only white person in my class, so I had it the opposite way, but when I came to the ‘mainland’, as they called it, I didn’t really understand what was going on with the civil rights struggle. I mean, I knew vaguely that there was slavery, from my social studies class, but I wasn’t living in the middle of it. But as your conscious- ness raises, you finally say ‘This won’t do’.” “The Divine Miss M” – which became a million-seller in the US and prompted the first of her three Grammys – was made on the back of her stage reputation. However, critical responses to her live performanc- es just prior to the album release were not always complimentary. A reviewer for Billboard said: “Miss Midler sounded and even looked good during the Carpenters’ hit “Superstar.” But she ruined the effect when, midway through the song, she start- ed flopping her legs and bounced out of her bodice.” But after the album’s debut, Midler was set. In 1979 she made her film debut in “The Rose”, which won her the first two of four Golden Globes, and other big hits fol- lowed over the years, including wartime drama “For the Boys” and, most notably, “Beaches.” With such a depth of experience, it’s no surprise that Midler is prone to con- versational detours. Passionate as ever, and volubly democratic with both a lower and upper case “d”, she gets serious as she tells me she hopes Donald Trump “hasn’t poisoned the well permanently. I worry, because people have become disenfran- chised in a way that they never expected to be.” There’s a strong sense of justice run- ning through Midler and this extends to her professional life. 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For example, if the youngest is 5, share your own stories of something that hap- pened when you were 5. If the next young- est is seven, go back around the room with 7-year-old stories and continue until all ages are covered and only one person can share their story. • Play What’s Your Talent. Find out who you get your talents and traits from. Ask who can wiggle their ears and curl their tongue. Compare eye colour, skin tone, hair texture and height. It’s interesting to see a family’s similarities and differences. • Take time for show and tell. Search the basements and closets to find old report cards, military awards, high school jack- ets, wedding or baptismal gowns. Kids will be intrigued by these special items. Pulling them out of storage will bring back memo- ries and open the opportunities for ques- tions and conversation. • Search your family tree online. You can open the doors to the past with just a few details about your ancestors. Log into Ancestry.com or FamilySearch.org and enter facts such as names, important dates and where those events took place. Even limited information will help you connect the parts of your family tree. • Play Who Tells it Better. With this game, everyone gets a chance to tell their version of the story. Vote on the best re-enactors to decide who told it best. The winner doesn’t have to do the dishes! • Share the stories on paper. After the death of my father’s brother, he started writ- ing down the stories of their childhood to share with my uncle’s children. The stories can be sent via email as they are remem- bered or collected and made into a book. • Pass down to the next generation. My grandmother used to make homemade raviolis with her mother every year before the holidays. She shared those recipes and techniques with her children, grandchil- dren and great-grandchildren. Every family has traditions or special skills that would be lost if not shared. What are some of yours? • Scrapbook together. If your extended family just spent the holidays together or went on a vacation, collaborate on a scrap- book. You can each make a paper page to assemble a scrapbook for a grandparent gift. If you prefer a digital scrapbook, look at Shutterfly, Mixbook or ask everyone to add to a file you set up on Google Docs. • Create a new family story. Try some- thing for the first time as a family, whether it is snowmobiling, making homemade sushi or playing a new game. Share experiences that are so much fun that you want to do it again next year. That’s how new traditions are started. Pam Molnar is a freelance writer and mother of three. As an amateur genealogist, she is pleased to be her family’s historian and story teller. 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While I understand that given the choice, most of our parents would likely want to stay in their homes, I also whole- heartedly believe that if they understood that remaining at home would place an enormous responsibility and, yes, bur- den on their children, they would imme- diately choose either a retirement resi- dence or long-term care facility. Think about this, what decision would you make if you knew your children or your favourite niece or nephew were going to have to take care of you and that it would mean that they may have to give up their job or any potential social life in order to keep you safe and comfortable? What if they were going to live in constant fear that you may leave home and get lost or leave the stove on and cause a fire? I sus- pect that you would choose to move to a place where care is provided. I’m quite certain that your parent would also. None of us wants to be a burden on our children, and while you may not consid- er your parent a burden, in truth, caring for an aging parent at home can cause an enormous amount of stress and impact your life greatly. I would also suggest that a part of the reason that your parent may be hesitant to move is because they fear change. That is perfectly normal. We all fear the unknown. This is why I suggest that you visit several homes in your area. Have lunch. Talk to residents. Don’t get me wrong. If my father had agreed to live with me, I would have taken him in an instant and figured out how to care for him while working full- time and raising my three children. But, there would have been a cost. You need to decide what is right for your family, but try not to base your decisions on guilt and fear. -- Anne Murphy has worked for more than 20 years on the operations side of the health-care industry. 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[Old school pizzazz.] A lightbulb actually went on. “I had the best time. Blake is a doll, and these voices – young, old, tall, thin, short, fat, it doesn’t matter. If they can sing, they have an opportunity to be heard.” Midler’s eye for new talent expands to theatre. She speaks with optimism about the state of Broadway and singles out Lin- Manuel Miranda, the actor/rapper/writer whose smash hit “Hamilton” will come to London’s West End next year, describing him as “a genius.” Her own contribution to Broadway’s Great White Way was such that she won a special Tony Award as long ago as 1974. She returned there for the first time in nearly 30 years in 2013, playing “super- agent” Sue Mengers in “I’ll Eat You Last”. But the “Hello, Dolly!” revival, co-starring David Hyde Pierce, is a different proposi- tion altogether. With “Hello, Dolly!” opening in June, there is no sign of Midler taking a breather. “I came to the UK with that last tour, Divine Intervention,” she says. “I was really beat after that, but I just didn’t know whether it was time. My husband [artist Martin von Haselberg, to whom she has been mar- ried since 1984] and I talk about it all the time, ‘Isn’t it time?’ he asks. I say, ‘To slow down?’ and he replies, ‘No, to stop, before you really look like the picture of Dorian Gray? “You don’t want people to come just to see if you’re still standing. But at the same time, this thing is brand new to me, and it’s energized me in a funny way, learning these skills. I’m kind of awake. 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Beloved Father of Christy, Tracey, Kirsten & Brent. Grandfather of eight. Dear brother of Marie(Alvin) and Areline (Bert). Predeceased By Sisters Joyce, Ellen, Doreen, Dorothy and his brothers Art, Norm, Jack and Bob. Fondly remembered by his Sister in Law Pat & his many Nieces & Nephews. Sadly missed by his many friends. Family and friends will be received at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME (28 Old Kingston Rd. Ajax) on Wednesday March 1st, 2017 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. A memorial service will be held in the chapel on Thursday March 2nd, 2017 at 3pm. In lieu of flowers donations to the Alzheimer's Society would be appreciated. Online condolences or memorial contributions may be offered at www.mceachniefuneral.ca BURKE, Lillian 1933-2017 On February 25, 2017, passed away at Lakeridge Health in Oshawa at 83 years of age. Leaving behind her two daughters, Carol and Marilyn, her son Bruce, her two granddaughters, Kristin and Jaimee, son in laws Brian, Joe, Tom and her many friends. Predeceased by her beloved husband Fred (1985). Her smile and her never-ending sense of humour will be missed by all who knew her. She will live forever in our hearts. In keeping with our mom's wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be no funeral service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences can be placed at www.mceachniefuneral.ca COLTAS, Colette - At Lakeridge Health in Ajax on Sunday February 26, 2017 at the age of 84. Predeceased by her husband Peter Coltas. Loving mother of Susan and Chris. The family will receive friends at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Pickering Village, (Ajax) 905-428-8488 from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Thursday March 2nd. A Memorial Service will be held Friday March 3rd at 3:00pm in the funeral home chapel. If so desired, donations to the OSPCA www.ontariospca.ca would be appreciated. Online condolences may be placed at www.mceachniefuneral.ca PENTLAND, (Debbie) Deborah Patricia - Passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends at the Lakeridge Health Ajax/Pickering Hospital on February 18, 2017 at the age of 59. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, sisters, brothers, nieces, nephews and friends. Family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME (28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax, 905-428-8488) on Saturday March 4, 2017 from 1-4 p.m. with a Memorial Service to follow in the chapel at 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to CAMH would be greatly appreciated. Online condolences may be placed at www.mceachniefuneral.ca SHEPPARD, Anne Sheila - It is with great sadness that the Sheppard family announces the sudden passing of Sheila, at home, on Friday, February 24, 2017, age 83 years. Beloved wife of the late Paul Sheppard. 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Most everyone recognizesHeathwood Homes and HeronHomes. Thanks team! Strong supporters of the Ajax-Picker-ing-Whitby-Oshawa Charity Golf aremembers of the popular newspaperchain “Metroland Media”. On theright are Abe Fakhourie with TomBachelor of Tom’s No-Frills andJennifer Reesor and Justin Lesnick. Joe (Dickson) and John(Hickey) thank John’sparents Ray and MonicaHickey and all the Hickeysare part of the popularvolunteer squad. Childhood Cancer Foundation, Co-chairs RayHickey and John Hickey present the “longestdrive” at the tournament. The winner almostknocks the golf ball cover off with his sizeand strength. Sean McCullough ispresented the ChildhoodCancer Foundation awardfrom Loraine Ferrari. JoeDickson also congratulatedwinner Sean! The grounds were as flat and groomedas a new paving by “Appco Paving”. Onthe right is owner Mike Marruci withAaron Dickson and more golfingathletes who support those in need. Two good friends BasBalkissoon and MartinGraham played well. Baswas in the process ofretiring as Ontario Speakerof the Legislative whileMartin is a long timePickering business person. Popular tow truck driver (right) was anotherwinner. Presenting are MPP GranvilleAnderson, retired deputy-Premier of OntarioGerry Philips with Donna and Joe Dickson.The Philips family now lives in Ajax. Abe Fakhourie ofMetroland Media localnewspaper congratu-lates another winnerAdrianna Windsor. Regular charity golfers are (in the cart) KatieKortekass and Judith Wright. Having a greattime with the ladies are Ravinelli and JohnFalcioni in the 2016 tournament. The Pickering Boyer GMC, Cadillac,Pontiac, Chevrolet team are known for theirsupport of their communities. Left to right,are Lee Hoare, Ryan Boyer, Jason Boyer,and retired Toronto Maple Leafs hockeystar, Rob Pearson. Three young ladies carried golfer ScottTravers. Doing all the good shooting were(from the left) Michelle Johnson, TracyMiller and Vicki Power. Women ruled! Donna Dickson (co-chair)and Susan Johnson (longtime volunteer) were waitingfor the other 2 of theirfoursome. Looking for theirgolf balls were MyrnaPicotte and Elizabeth Roy. Thank-You to our 2016 HOLE SPONSORS 20 Vic Management Inc -Allen Arsenault, Accettone Funeral Home, Ajax Auto Wreckers, Ajax FinancialPlanning-Ron Kearns, Ajax Lions Club Activities, Samar And Samir Aljiwhiri, Appco Paving™,Baycliffe HomesInc., Baywood Centre - 2 Holes, Lawrence Berg, Betty Brite Cleaners, Boston Pizza Ajax, Julie Brett for herparents Jack and Rita, Canadian Tire-Ajax - 2 Holes, Cash &Dash, Cassidy &Co. Architectural Technologists,Diamond Limousine, Drywall Acoustic Lathing - 2 Holes, Durham Live, First Towing &Storage, Gay CompanyLimited, Grosnor Distribution, Heathwood Homes - 2 Holes, Highland Farms-Charles Coppa - 2 Holes,Immediate Delivery &Courier, Jacquelynn Tanner-Sales Rep., Sutton Group-Heritage Realty Inc. Brokerage,Lartom Auto Repair, Lennox Drum, Lifestyles Home Products, Liuna Local 183, Malone Given Parsons Ltd,Marshall Homes, Mattamy Homes - 2 Holes, Molly Maid Ajax-Pickering, Petrina's (Ajax) Inc, PineridgeInsurance, Servicemaster Clean Of Durham, Subway Stores-Ajax, The Gardener Landscape Inc, The VogueDevelopment Group, Tom's No Frills-Ajax, Tunney Planning Inc,UOIT. Popular area resident Ken Shaw,helps make this charity golf tourna-ment a great one. The CFTO TVanchorman helps everyone enjoy thelarge event and get them home early.With Ken are Pickering RegionalCouncillor Dave Pickles and JoeDickson (centre). Always a strong foursome at DeerCreek are retiring athletes and wellknown lawyers. From left to right areDon Wilson, past MPP Al Furlong,Bobby Delves and one of the best,George Westfall. The team supportsthe food banks and women’s sheltersevery year. Some of our volunteers include: Monica Hickey, Ray Hickey, Anna Proctor, WallyJohnson, Louise Farr Chambers, Donna Dickson, Rick Phillips, Bert Livingston, Jerry &Tom Ashworth, Tom Wall, Wally Johnson, Bridget & Rick Rigelhof, Maggie Robertson,Ray Valantie, Lisa Proctor, Cindy Proctor and other volunteers. Thank-You to our Volunteers Great friends prior to the sudden passing of lifelong Pickering councillor and noted fundraiserfor many charities, Rick Johnson at last yearscharity tournament. Also in the back row areJoe Dickson, Donna Dickson, and CarolHalliday, wife of Ron Halliday who also passedaway recently after a lifetime of helping those inneed! He was VP at Deer Creek. Front row isDurham’s MPP Granville Anderson and lovelyfiancé Angela! Next to Carol is Rick Johnsonslovely wife, Susan, who volunteered every year.St. Bernadette’s Ajax Food Bank Pastor Father Keith Wallace of St. Bernadettes church accepts cheque for St. Vincent de Paul Food Bank at St. Bernadettes Parish. Joe Dickson Presented Left to Right, Pastor Rev. Joseph Grima, Tina Hickey and, Donna Dickson. St. Francis de Sales’ Ajax Food Bank Petrina's Billiards Ajax Pickering CouncillorKevin Ashe Brian FarmerPowerscreen of Canada In Memory of CouncillorRick Johnson & Petrina’sBilliards Ajax Thank you from Childhood Cancer to: Joe and Donna Dickson and Ray and Monica Hickey.