It may just be one day, but the impact will be significant here in East York. The youth population here is growing. According to the 2011 census, the Thorncliffe Park area has the most kids under 14 in the entire city.
I work retail, which is always hectic this time of the year. To keep myself feeling cheery during this busy time, I wear a Santa Claus pin on my work vest. I even put on reindeer antlers or a festive hat when my manager isn’t looking.
Now the world of gaming is a mystery to some, and religion to others, but to the father and daughter pair it became a lesson in parenting. Teaching your daughter that she is just as much of a hero as any boy — especially as young as she is — can only result in her feeling more positive about herself.
There are many hockey leagues spread throughout Toronto, and East York is no different. In this area of Toronto, the E. Y. Hockey Association was established in 1945, and in 1947 it received sponsorship from East York Fire Department and Whisper Watsons Whipper Pack. Before the 1951-1952 season, the East York Arena was operational at 888 Cosburn Ave. The arena was run mostly by East York volunteers.
The 2013 Toronto budget includes cuts to many Toronto services that numerous social and advocacy groups think are inappropriate.
“Ford is turning Toronto into a joke and people in Europe and the U.S are laughing at us because of his antics…”
Ontario residents often don’t think of the Alberta tar sands as an issue that will effect then directly. But the reality is that there is currently a proposal by Enbridge to transport raw tar sands…
Moustaches for Movember are great; but listening and being there for someone that is suffering from cancer is important too.
Former singer of the Barenaked Ladies Steven Page attended UTSC to explain the importance of being aware of mental health, coping, and maintaining mental well-being.
Fifty years ago, Rachel Carson’s Silent Spring was published. The book helped bring attention to the dangers and an end to the widespread use of using DDT and other chemicals in growing food. It also helped launch the modern environmental movement. But more needs to be done.