Trustees Report November 2022
Toronto District School Board updates The Board webcasts its meetings to the public. Due to the pandemic, the Board has also moved to conducting all standing committee meetings virtually, which can be watched live....
Resident becomes a member of Toronto Sport Hall of Honour
Centennial resident Dave Black was formally inducted into the Toronto Sport Hall of Honour at the Pan Am Centre on September 8. Dave has long been a leader and advocate for Toronto Baseball. By...
Wartime heroics, romance and history come alive in Bluebird
Book Reviews Book Review by Julie Kish Bluebird by Genevieve GrahamSimon & Schuster, April 2022 Genevieve Graham’s newest historical fiction novel, Bluebird, is full of heart and compassion for the brave Canadian men and...
The environmental point of no return is closer than we think
SILENT SPRING PART TWO By John Gibb “We stand now where two roads diverge. But unlike the roads in Robert Frost’s familiar poem, they are not equally fair. The road we have long been...
McKelvie re-elected in Ward 25
Councillor McKelvie celebrates with her family on election night. By Kathy McGrath Voters in Ward 25 overwhelmingly endorsed Jennifer McKelvie for a second term as councillor. Winning 72 percent of the ballots, McKelvie campaigned...
Another victory at Juno Beach in France
This grand two-storey home has sat alone on a beach in the village of Bernières-sur-Mer, in Normandy, France, looking toward England across the English Channel. The house became a landmark for the troops because...
Wildlife prepares for winter in a variety of ways
By Sid Chaurasia It’s that time of the year when the heavy blankets are taken out from their cupboards, the pantry is stocked with cocoa mix, and the holiday tickets are purchased. It’s that...
MP Report November 2022
Commemorating the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation In late September, I was honoured to join a tree-planting and circle of reflection commemorating the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Together with Minister Steven...
Sneak peak at the new orangutan exhibit
By Wanda Wierzbicki I had a sneak peak at the new outdoor orangutan exhibit at the Toronto Zoo and it is fabulous. It’s big and spacious and different from anything else at the zoo....
Presidents Message November 2022
Our Annual General Meeting will be in person this year By Kathy Rowe The fall weather has certainly brought us some stunning foliage colours this year. My October walks through local trails were a...
43 Division Community Police Liaison Report for October 2022
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Online version of CCRA Centennial News
OCTOBER 2022 CONTENTS FEATURE: Firefighters Cycle Through Table of contents: Work continues on Port Union waterfrontLeave the leaves! They’re too valuable to be taken awayMiriam Toews’ Fight Night is humorous and a joy to...
Branch 258 leaves Lawson and opens a new door on Morrish Road
By David Adamson, Past President On August 27, Branch 258 closed its doors at 45 Lawson Road. On September 16, the Branch opened its lovely new building at 305 Morrish Road to members. Formerly...
Scarborough Walk of Fame a delightful and positive event
By Kathryn Stocks On September 15, the Scarborough Walk of Fame inducted 10 community members from local, national and world stages in a well-run and thoroughly enjoyable ceremony at Scarborough Town Centre. The last...
Miriam Toews’ Fight Night is humorous and a joy to read
Book Reviews Book Review by Julie Kish Fight Night by Miriam ToewsBloomsbury Publishing, 2021 I must confess that I’m not often a fan of the books that are nominated for the Scotiabank Giller Prize....
Applesauce is really easy to make and so delicious!
By Kathryn McLean The start of September often feels like extended summer as the calendar changes but the weather tends to stay warm and bright. But now October is here along with its cooler...
Pumpkin Parade is happening on November 1
A Halloween Pumpkin Parade will once again be happening on November 1 at the Port Union Community Centre. This is a rain or shine event that will be held from 6-8 p.m. Residents are...
Work continues on Port Union waterfront
By Denise Bacon Visitors to the Port Union waterfront this summer have been stopped in their tracks by barriers preventing their walks along our beautiful trail. Unfortunately, erosion of the beach over time required...
Meet your candidates for councillor in Ward 25
Municipal elections take place on Monday, October 24. Advance voting takes place from Friday, October 7 to Friday, October 14 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Election day is Monday, October 24 from 10...
Rachel Carson’s book inspired environmental movement
By John Gibb “From all over the world come reports that make it clear we are in a serious predicament.” The above timeless quote was taken from Silent Spring, Rachel Carson’s landmark 1962 book....
MPP Report October 2022
Deepest sorrow at the passing of Queen Elizabeth II Happy fall! I hope you all have had a wonderful summer. Throughout the month of August, I was at the Ontario Legislature and was working...
Leave the leaves! They’re too valuable to be taken away
By Kathryn Stocks Leaving the leaves on your lawn over the winter is much more important than you might think. Somehow it is ingrained in us that we must get rid of the leaves...
Firefighters cycle through
By Kathy Rowe On September 7, police escorts on motorcycles accompanied 59 firefighters as they cycled over the Highland Creek Overpass, along Lawson Road, north on Port Union Road and up to Kingston Road...
Presidents Message October 2022
By Kathy Rowe On Monday, October 24, our province will be holding municipal elections. Advance polling will take place from October 7-14. In this election, you will be able to vote for a City...
MP Report October 2022
Federal government tackles the rising cost of living Thanksgiving is an opportunity to express what we are most grateful for – a loving family, strong friendships, good health and peace. I want to wish...
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