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Food talk
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Getting insight from the firefighters from station 226
T
he historic fire station at Main and Gerrard
houses 40 local heroes. Beaches|life sat down
with Station 226’s Crew A, Captains Gary and
Ken, and firemen Clay, Bill, Tony, Tom and Mark
(alias, “the Rooster”). Bill (second from right) and
Mark (third from left) grew up in the Beaches. Bill
has been at this station for over 18 years.
dressed and are ready to go in 70 seconds (and yes,
they use the pole to slide downstairs).
During that consecutive 24-hour shift, twice a week,
week after week, year after year, your crew is your
family. They take care of each other like brothers.
Everyone takes turn with household responsibilities,
from grocery shopping to cooking three meals a day
and cleaning up the station.
The 40 firefighters are divided into four teams of 10,
referred to as Crew A, B, C and D. Each Crew is on
duty for 24 hours at a time,
with a total of 48 hours per
t's rewarding to help
week. The station has two
others. Plus people are very
trucks, an aerial (ladder
appreciative. And every day,
truck) and a pumper.
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Healthy lifestyle is a top
priority for the fire fighters.
They ensure their daily
meals are hearty and wellbalanced. “We have fresh
salad every day.” Bill and
every call, is different.
“This station is twice as big
Russ are notable chefs,
as many other fire stations
and share favourite recipes
in Toronto, and our guys are twice as good looking.”
with other stations. To help stay physically fit, the
guys exercise daily at their gym in the station. Many
Firefighters respond to most 911 calls, and are
firefighters participate at the annual World Police &
usually the first to arrive. When an emergency call
Fire Games, held in Vancouver this year.
is received it takes four minutes for a crew to get
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hockey, Gary teaches karate, Bill helps organize the
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Arena.
Firefighters are always aware of the risk of their job.
A particular experience that sticks in their mind was
last year’s explosion on Second Avenue. “That’s when
you realize how close you are to each other, it’s like
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When asked what they like most about their work,
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• Install carbon monoxide alarms near all sleeping
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• Stay in the kitchen while cooking, keep the stove
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on It” if a fire starts in a pan.
• Ensure cigarettes are stubbed out and empty only
cold cigarette butts in the trash.
• Keep matches and lighters out of sight and out of
reach of children.
• Use power bars with built-in circuit breakers,
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• Pull to the right and stop when you see emergency
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In 1878, the Provincial Agricultural Fair was held on what was
to become Exhibition Place. This Provincial Fair moved each
year to a different town or city, and in 1879, Ottawa was chosen
as the host. In the same year the City of Toronto decided to
hold its own annual fair, and the Canadian National Exhibition
was born.
• The Arts, Crafts and Hobbies Pavilion,
always a favourite especially for
grandma!
Exhibition Place covers 196.6 acres of land. During the CNE,
when all parking areas are included, the size swells to 260 acres.
The CNE first exhibited televisions in 1939 as part of an RCA
display. For many Torontonians, this was their first glimpse
of an invention that would revolutionize communications.
The CNE has served as a "Show Window of the Nation,"
introducing Canadians to advances in science, technology,
agriculture and industry as well as the latest trends in the arts
and entertainment.
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Throughout its 130 history, Exhibition Place was only closed to
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The CNE has grown to be the largest annual fair in Canada and
the fourth largest in North America attracting approximately
1.3 million visitors each year.
The perfect gift to give to family, friends, neighbours,
employees, coaches or teachers.
• The Food Building, where every year
over one million people visit!
• The Air Show over Labour Day, one of
the best shows in North America!
• Those CNE treats:
• Tiny Tim
Donuts,
corn dogs,
curly fries and
ice cream waffles.
• The madness of the midway!
• Watching the Ferris Wheels and rides
light up at night.
• The Mardi Gras Parade daily at 6 PM.
• The International Air Show –
celebrating 60 years!
• Sitting on the Bathurst streetcar after a
long, fun day holding a stuffed toy prize
and a bag of goodies.
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or shopping at your choice of many participating local
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Reasons to visit the CNE:
The CNE was first known as the Toronto Industrial Exhibition
from 1879 to 1903. The name was informally changed to the
Canadian National Exhibition in 1904 and then formally
changed in 1912.
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Sometimes you just turn your head and are surprised by what you see. One day when I was
taking a walk I couldn't help to stop at this group of trees, their roots and the mood they
created. I found it spectacular and very unique.
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Congratulations to...
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Beaches Spot. It is located in a big lane
way that runs just North of Cedar Avenue
between Beech and Willow Avenues.
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1646 Queen St. E.
(Next to the LCBO, across
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void buying corn with husks removed. It’s
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• Cook fresh corn within 24 hours of purchase.
• Do not salt the water, it will toughen the corn.
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Casa Di Giorgio provides a casual-to-upscale
dining experience for enjoying fresh pasta and
various pizzas. The menu doesn't end at that, it
also boasts various appetizers, salads, veal,
grilled fish and meats.
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UPDATE: After the picture of this barn
was published in the last issue, many
admired this remaining piece of our local
history, but some also noticed the graffiti
on the wall. Community Centre 55’s
Summer Graffiti Removal Project has
since cleaned off the graffiti. Here are the
before and after shots.
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It’s time for corn on the cob
Many of us look forward to fresh Ontario corn on
the cob. It’s sweet, crispy and oh so good with melted
butter and a little salt and pepper. Unfortunately, we
are also out of practise when it comes to cooking it –
ending up overcooking and making it chewy.
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Food talk
After
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You Ask...
Answer.
Old School Knowledge in a
Modern Digital Shop...
Just ask Colin
C
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something most shops can’t provide – 37
years of experience in printing, “old school
knowledge” in a modern digital print shop.
“I know the importance of deadlines”, Colin adds, “I
give a fair price, quality work and good service.”
Clients of The Anderson Press include many local
businesses as well as customers from around the
GTA. “They’re always pleased, and they always
come back,” Colin says. Although he serves a variety
of businesses and organizations, he’s developed a
particular niche with real estate agents.
“Agents need short run digital printing with a fast
turn-around”, he explains, noting that he does many
feature sheets, flyers and postcards for agents, and
pointing out the slogan on his promotional brochure
that reads, “An Agent’s Dream Come True”.
“Plus, I don’t promise something I can’t do”, he adds
modestly, although the shop is brimming with a wide
assortment of print brochures, cards flyers, posters
and leaflets.
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Colin doesn’t want the business to get too big, and
therefore, forget his customers. There seems to be
no chance of that happening, especially with Colin’s
watchful eye on every project that comes through the
door.
“For my clients,” he explains, “I’ve been here so long
I know each of their needs, what to watch for, exactly
what they want.”
Ashbridge
Estate
The shop promises 24-hour turn around, from the
time a file is given the OK. Customers always have a
chance to see a printer proof to ensure it’s what they
are expecting.
Answers to last issue’s Question
This week’s Question
A reader wanted help to identify
this animal. Many people have
responded to their question with
what this animal is – backing
up their answer with personal
experience and knowledge. What’s
interesting is each answer
is quite different from
the other. We decided to
publish some of the more
common answers in this
issue.
Beaches|life is often asked questions about the
Beaches neighbourhood. Who better to answer them
than you, our knowledgeable readers?
The photo in your Beaches|Life
magazine is of a martin.
Brian
This issue’s question is from
Marie P.
In the east end of the
Beaches, south of Kingston
Road to the lake, I have
noticed that almost all the
streets are named after trees.
I am new to this neighbourhood and
wondered, if sometime in the past, were all
these types of trees growning in this area?
I lived up north for 18 years and I
know it's an otter. It’s very rare to
see them in Southern Ontario.
Anonymous
We live near the Mississauga/Oakville
border. I was in the Beaches on the
weekend and picked up a copy of
Beaches|Life. I saw your picture on
page 15 and I am almost certain that
it is a native, wild mink. We live just
a few blocks from the lake. Our
neighbour says they can be vicious. I
don’t want anyone to think that they
are tame - they definitely aren’t pets.
Here is a picture taken by the lake.
A long-time Beaches resident himself, Colin is
a strong supporter of two significant charities.
The Anderson Press sponsors the Toronto Power
Wheelchair Hockey League and one of its teams,
STORM, as well as Birchmount Basketball.
Do you know the answer?
Contact The Anderson Press at
[email protected]
416-466-9082
In each issue we will publish selected questions from
our readers for you to answer. In the following issue,
we will share the best answers.
Nancy D.
It’s a ferret! If she sees it again,
she should bring it in as they make
great pets. They’re very affectionate. Amber M.
Do you have a question
of your own?
Send it in!
[email protected]
Park
Email
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or call 416-690-4269.
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15
Health talk
Check out the new businesses on the street!
Sleeping your way to good health
We all know that we feel better after a good night’s sleep. But
researchers tell us that a good sleep is actually extremely good for
our health, including preventing diseases. Those who sleep 7-9
hours a night have healthier hearts and sleep reduces inflammation.
That’s good for us because inflammation creates more risk for
heart-related conditions, as well as cancer and diabetes.
Sleep reduces stress (once we’re actually asleep!), but sleep also
improves our memory and “short naps” have proven to actually
make people smarter! (Einstein and Winston Churchill were
both “nappers”).
Sleep fights depression, and believe it or not, sleep might help you
lose weight because it is thought that the lack of sleep impacts
the balance of hormones in the body that affect appetite.
Best of all, it is during sleep that the body repairs itself. Your
cells produce more protein while you are sleeping. These protein
molecules form the building blocks for cells, allowing them to
repair damage – that means a healthier you and for older adults,
fewer wrinkles!
Source: Mark Stibich, Ph.D.
7
tips for a good night sleep
ry one at a time and check the
T
following morning to see if your
sleep quality improves.
1. Go to bed the same time every night and
rise at the same time each morning.
Speicializing in GLUTEN-FREE BAKED GOODS
2. Strive for 7-8 hours of sleep every
night–try going to bed earlier.
3. Declutter your bedroom. This calms
your mind and environment.
4. Ban all electronics and work related
items from your bedroom.
5. Discontinue all caffeine products
by noon to allow this stimulant to
be cleared from your system before
bedtime.
6. Sleep in a pitch dark bedroom. Use a
sleeping mask if light seepage cannot
be eliminated.
7. Wear socks to bed, particularly if you
are susceptible to cold feet and hands.
Tips are from Donene Lashbrook
www.besteversleep.com
Organic, Gluten-Free and Vegan Baking, Loose Leaf Teas, Fair
Trade Coffees, Lattes and Cappuccinos. All products are Nut Free!
Also Featuring Local Artists.
Enjoy a FREE
cookie on us,
just for visiting
our store
2142 Queen St. E. Toronto
(Just west of Glen Manor on the north side)
with this ad
647-348-0202
www.wildearthbakery.ca
Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8am - 8pm, Sat. 9am - 9pm, Sun. 10am - 7pm
coming, going and on the move
Welcome new neighbours Tibetan Craft – 1971 Queen St. E.
Wild Earth Café & Bakery –
Absolute Café – 2100 Queen St. E.
Beach City Music – 2146 Queen St. E. 2142 Queen St. E.
Brick Street Bakery –
On the move
1969 Queen St. E.
Ceili Cottage – 1301 Queen St. E.
Cream The Urban Dairy –
1298 Queen St. E.
A Touch of Love – 2276 Queen St. E.
Eye Spy – 388 Carlaw Ave., Suite 200B
Solar Choice Technology Inc. –
458 Kingston Rd.
Changing Hands
Three Dog Bakery has changed to
Big Dog Bakery & Boutique –
2014 Queen St. E.
Thank you & best wishes
24-7 – 2305 Queen St. E.
Ups and Downs – 1852 Queen St. E.
Kimberley Jackson –
Delina Restaurant – 1891 Queen St. E.
Cool Green & Shady –
1854 Queen St. E.
Essentia – 2180 Queen St. E.
601 Kingston Rd., Unit 105
Maxsam – 1852 Queen St. E.
I Press IT – 161 Main St.
TD Canada Trust – 2044 Queen St. E. Pachira Asian Cuisine –
Modern Tibet –
2116 Queen St. E., Unit A
Re-openings
Sarah’s Dry Cleaners – 932 Kingston Rd. Ci Vediamo Ristorante –
Swirl – 946½ Queen St. E.
1910 Queen St. E.
The Zero Point – 1590 Queen St. E.
1610 Queen St. E.
Second Cup – 2102 Queen St. E.
If you are opening a new business in the Beaches, moving, closing, or re-opening, let us know. We will add
you to the list in our next Beaches|life magazine. Contact us at: [email protected] or 416-690-4269.
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August/September 2009
17
Differentiate
bad taste
from the art
of graffiti
It seems like today there is more and more bad
graffiti (tags) throughout our neighbourhoods.
It has become a major challenge to keep our
communities clean and beautiful.
Negative Effects of Graffiti
• Poses a risk to the health, safety and welfare of
a community.
• Promotes a perception in the community that
laws protecting public and private property can
be disregarded with impunity.
• Fosters a sense of disrespect for private
property that may result in increased crime,
community degradation and urban blight.
• Creates a nuisance that can adversely affect
property values, business opportunities and the
enjoyment of community life.
If you find graffiti, you can report it to the
City of Toronto’s Graffiti Abatement
Program at 416-392-5326.
Claude Watson School for the Arts
Mural Art
The City of Toronto’s Graffiti Transformation
Program hires youth to remove graffiti and resurface
the walls with attractive murals.
Many communities around the city offer mural
art projects. They provide many opportunities for
talented youth to work on creating beautiful murals
and restore older murals that have been tagged over.
For youth that want to further develop their special
interests in art, music, dance and theatre, there are
special art schools and programs throughout the city.
City staff will arrange a clean up.
130 Doris Avenue
An enriched and specialized program in the arts for
students in grades 4-8 living in the City of Toronto.
• Students audition in dance, drama, music and visual arts.
• No formal training is required.
• Auditions are held in Feb./Mar. for entrance in Sept.
• Easy access from the Beaches by TTC – minutes from the
Yonge/Sheppard subway station.
Parent/Student Information Evenings: Oct. 20 & 22, 7 pm
Application/audition info:
416.395.3180 or www.claudewatson.org
Applications can be picked up at the school in late September.
Community Centre 55 is working hard to keep our community clean
In the summer of 2008
Community Centre 55’s Graffiti
Removal and Information
Programme (GRIP) employed 5
youth for the months of July and
August for graffiti removal. It
also developed a system for youth
involved in graffiti vandalism to do
volunteer community hours. As a
result, the program cleaned:
• 3 ,350 units of graffiti (a unit is
one continuous piece of graffiti
applied with the same marker
or paint, or a sticker or poster is
considered one unit)
• 2,109 units on City property
(street signs, parking meters, park
benches)
• 529 units on local commercial/
This year, by July 31, the crew has cleaned 2,356 units of graffiti
residential property
compared to 1,872 units last year at this time. They are ahead of
the game!
• 69 community development
projects
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We’ve searched for the best gifts
so you don’t have to.
Visit Ivory Parade for great gift ideas.
2096 Queen Street E. | 416 699 2626 | www.ivoryparade.com
Photos of the Ralph Thornton Community Centre
mural project, 765 Queen Street East.
Bring in this coupon to receive 20% off your purchase
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August/September 2009
19
The 1st annual Let’s
beach! was a great fun event
Visit the photo gallery at beachesliving.ca/letsbeach for all the fun!
Saving time with Auto
Fill Online Forms...
a very bright idea
Dancing at the Balmy Beach Club patio.
A full afternoon of live music by Sons of Beaches.
Tired of manually entering your name, address and
other details into website forms all the time? There is
a better way – let your browser do the work for you.
Browsers can enter many common details into any
online form using standard browser settings.
For MAC Safari Users:
1. C
hoose Preferences in the Safari menu
For PC Explorer Users:
2. C
lick on Auto Fill Tab
2. Select Content Tab and click on Settings for
AutoComplete
3. C
heck the box for "Using Info From My Address
Book Card"
A silent auction of 30 pieces of original artwork by local artists.
1. Choose Tools in Internet Options.
3. Check the box for forms.
Having a fun afternoon with friends, food and drinks.
The Let’s beach! Silent Art Auction
Thank you to all artists who participated in the auction and to Midoco Art & Office Supplies for providing art supplies and prizes!
Local businesses set up display tables at the event. Visitors had the opportunity to talk to the business owners,
participate in demonstrations and purchase products and services.
Contributing Artists:
Bob Timmons
Carol Baldwin
Debbie Cooke
Dianne Jackson
Dianne Koci
Dianne Shelton
Doug Geldart
Erwin Buck
Gwen Jones
Harreson Cebiliak
Hyla Fox
Ivan Miletic
Jennifer Cline
Joanna Legge
Julie Walsh
Lilli Kirsh
Linda Roy
Lisa Ng
Liz Creswick
Max Skwarna
Michael Naemsch
Patrice Carmichael
Scott Brewster
Sheila Thompson
Shelley Cinnamon
Shirley Jones
Susan Dimitrakopoulos
Tim Mitchell
Trish Cummings
Thank you to our local businesses that helped make this event a great success...
Door Prizes Donated by:
Title Sponsor:
Event Sponsors:
Gymboree Play & Music
Fuel Catering Company
Have Camera, Will Travel
Maria Minna, MP
Michael Prue, MPP
Midoco Art & Office Supplies
Totto Spa
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Participating Businesses:
Budget Blinds
beWaterWise.ca
Biastoch Chiropractic
Bin Solutions
Club Ink
Crock A Doodle
August/September 2009
Envy Eyewear Boutique
House of Bronze Art Objects
Keetsa
Ric Cabinetree & Mr. Retro
The Jan Benham School of
Holistic Studies
Toronto Wildlife Centre
Beach Photography
Beaches Living
Bin Solution
Binz
Bow Tai Restaurant
Budget Blinds
Classic Fireplace & Gourmet Grill
Cook It
Crown of Jewels
Dr Jay Rabinovich, D.D.S.
Ends
Green Basil Restaurant
Gymboree Play & Music
I Press it
King’s Table Restaurant
Living Lighting in
the Beach
Luberon
Maytag Store
Mazda
Seagull Classics Ltd.
Shear Madness
Siam Restaurant
The Artisans
The Chopping Block
The Fox Theatre
Tibetan Craft
Time to share
Whitlocks Restaurant
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21
Biz talk
Vacation,
Your Neighbourhood
Compounding Specialists
vacation, vacation,
by definition: Leisure time, away from work, devoted to rest or pleasure.
When was the last time you took a real vacation?
Whether you work for someone or have your own
business, many worry that something is going to
happen while they’re away and that without them
there the business would collapse. Are we really so
indispensable?
The magical thing is, without
you, the chaos at work will
take care of itself most of the
time and by someone else.
So, for all of us watching
another summer come to an
end, make the most of this
year’s summer vacation:
2. Don’t check your work emails, or put them aside
and deal with them after your vacation.
3. Don’t call in for messages.
4. Fill your vacation with activities from your
personal interests. If you are
planning a family vacation,
make sure you include the
whole family and not just
the kids... don’t forget about
yourselves.
... without you, the
chaos at work will
take care of itself ...
1. Be unreachable during your vacation.
By the time your vacation is
drawing to an end you won’t
want it to. You’ll discover – once again – the power
of relaxing and the importance of taking time to
rest and be away.
What is Compounding?
Compounding is the long standing process of mixing drugs by a
pharmacist to fit the unique needs of a patient. When commercial
products may not be right for you, we can work with your doctor to
formulate a medication to fit your individual requirements.
At Hooper's Pharmacy, we specialize in Custom Compounding to
fill the void when the pharmaceutical industry cannot supply a
suitable medication. Compounding allows us to utilize the delivery
system that supplies the right strength in an effective and pleasant
dosage form.
What are the options?
Your medication may be prepared as capsules, a liquid suspension,
a lollipop, lozenges, rapidly dissolving tablets or lip balm, without
dyes or with added flavourings. It may also be made in powder
applicator form, nasal spray, topical gel or suppositories.
Hooper's Pharmacy Custom Compounding service works closely
with both physician and patient to ensure an optimal outcome for
any custom compounded medication and course of treatment.
With Compounding the possibilities are endless!
At Hooper's Pharmacy, we are committed to working with you to achieve
optimal health. Watch for upcoming events in our complimentary Health
Services series such as informational health seminars, Live Blood Cell Analysis,
and our in-store visits with Certified Nutritionist Gary Van Dijk. Visit our website
for a variety of informative articles on current health news and ongoing storewide flyer promotions.
WE ARE YOUR PARTNERS IN HEALTH
Hooper's Pharmacy
2136 Queen St. East
416-699-3747
www.hoopershealth.com
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