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Hi Neighbour!
Hate is not okay in Willowdale, Toronto, or Canada
On Wednesday, August 21st, a threatening email was sent to over 100 Jewish institutions across Canada. This threat of extreme violence to Jewish organizations and doctors across Canada is a shocking display of escalating anti-semitism in our city and nation. I denounce these threats and hatred in the strongest possible terms and thank our municipal, provincial and federal police for their quick action to secure the safety of our Jewish neighbours. We're especially grateful to Toronto Police Service for attending buildings in the Bathurst and Sheppard area.
We've also heard of recent anti-Semitic posters in our Willowdale community. Many have been removed and we're working toward the quick removal of the remaining offensive and hateful posters. If you see any in Willowdale neighbourhoods, please log a 311 complaint and send the case number to our office for follow-up at councillor_cheng@toronto.ca.
Let’s build a city where everyone feels safe and welcome.
STARTING TONIGHT: See you at the Toronto Korean Festival at Mel Lastman Square! The annual Toronto Korean Festival is back, bringing you amazing performances and delicious food this year! Free admission for everyone!
This event adds so much vibrancy to our community, with dynamic performances, rich cultural experiences, and mouthwatering Korean cuisine. We’re especially excited to welcome K-Pop artists flying in from Korea to share their incredible music with us!
CLICK HERE For the full event schedule!
When: August 23-25, 2024 (Friday - Sunday) Where: Mel Lastman Square
NEXT TUESDAY: Meet your City Councillor! Join us at Hendon Park on Tuesday, August 27 from 6 pm to 8 pm to learn about Willowdale Participatory Budgeting!
Meet your councillor, share your concerns, and propose ideas to improve your neighbourhood using $500K in funds through Participatory Budgeting (PB). Learn more at lilycheng.ca/pb
Your voice matters. Let's shape the future of Willowdale together! We look forward to seeing you there!
CALLING ALL ENTREPRENEURS! Our office is hosting our first ever Willowdale Entrepreneurs Connect on Sunday, September 8 from 1:30-4:30pm at North York Central Library in partnership with Club Win - an Iranian group of Entrepreneurs. This will be a great opportunity to network, and learn from guest speakers from the Toronto Public Library who will be sharing the resources that are available to entrepreneurs in the community.
Click Here to RSVP: www.lilycheng.ca/events Spots are limited!
SAVE THE DATE & RSVP: Next Climate Action Roundtable will happen on Saturday October 5. There will also be a Climate and Health forum. Visit: www.lilycheng.ca/events for more information.
The City of Toronto is Hiring! The City of Toronto is hiring for seasonal and year-round recreation positions across community centres, parks, pools, arenas, and cultural hubs. Whether you're looking for flexible shifts or a role that will teach you lifelong skills, the city has a job for you!
Recruitment for summer roles starts in December, while fall, winter, and spring opportunities open up in June. Don’t miss out on the chance to turn your passion for recreation into a rewarding job. Apply today and be part of the vibrant Toronto community!
Current open positions: Learn more by visiting toronto.ca/recjobs!
I hope you take the time to enjoy our last window on summer as many families approach the back-to-school season. And don’t forget to go to THE EX!
Warmest Regards,
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Click On The Links Below or Scroll Down To Learn More About:
~ COUNCILLOR UPDATES
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HENDON PARK POP-UP
Join us at Hendon Park on Tuesday, August 27 from 6 pm to 8 pm to learn about Willowdale Participatory Budgeting!
Meet your councillor, share your concerns, and propose ideas to improve your neighbourhood using $500K in funds through Participatory Budgeting (PB). Learn more at lilycheng.ca/pb
Your voice matters- Let's shape the future of Willowdale together! We look forward to seeing you there!
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INAUGURAL WILLOWDALE ENTREPRENEUR NETWORKING EVENT
Join us for our inaugural networking event in collaboration with Club Win, a local Iranian Entrepreneur Network, on Sunday, September 8th, from 1:30 to 4:30 PM at North York Central Library. This event is designed to bring together like-minded small business owners to connect, support each other’s ventures, and explore how the Toronto Public Library can offer resources to help entrepreneurs thrive.
We recognize the challenges of establishing a business, especially in a new country. Our local library offers valuable services to entrepreneurs that many may not be aware of, and this event aims to highlight these resources and supports. Learn from a Business, Science & Technology Librarian about the resources and services available at Toronto Public Library (TPL) that support small business owners and entrepreneurs! North York Central Library branch (NYCL) is one of two research and reference branches with a diverse collection of circulating and reference material and expert library staff. Featured at NYCL are specialized services such as the Entrepreneurs Suite,Virtual Interview Room and the Digital Innovation Hub. Library customers also have access to individual and group study spaces, as well as small business programs and specialized business resources. Join us for a presentation to learn more!
Light refreshments will be provided by GTA Party Platter, Vanilla Sweet Art and LeaL Bakery all from Willowdale. We look forward to seeing you there!
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CONSTRUCTION NOTICE
On Saturday, August 24th, from 9 AM to 5 PM, a hoist will be placed on Yonge St and Cummer Ave for work at the M2M condos. Only the curb lane on Yonge St, south of Cummer Ave, will be closed. The two northbound lanes on Yonge St will remain open.
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DOUGLAS SNOW AQUATIC CENTRE: SCHEDULE CHANGE
Starting Tuesday, September 3, 2024, the Douglas Snow Aquatic Centre will introduce a new pool schedule, incorporating both 50-metre and 25-metre formats.
Due to challenges with the bulkhead used to transition between formats, which has led to potential damage and safety concerns, the new schedule aims to minimize bulkhead movement and enhance safety.
This adjustment, developed with input from local aquatic clubs and schools, may also allow for additional programs. Updates have been communicated to patrons through posted signs, handouts, and an online “Service Alert,” with the new schedule available above.
Click Here for the Schedule!
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TORONTO HYDRO OVERHEAD AND UNDERGROUND CIVIL UPGRADE
Toronto Hydro is rebuilding the electrical distribution system in our neighbourhood to improve the reliability of our electrical service. This rebuild includes upgrading overhead electrical cables and replacing hydro poles on City-owned
property.
The boundaries for
the project include a section of Bowan Court, Glenelia Avenue, Bayview Avenue,
Brenham Crescent, and Rubicon Court. Work is expected to begin in September 2024.
Click Here for Safety Tips!
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TORONTO KOREAN FESTIVAL
THIS WEEKEND AT MEL LASTMAN SQUARE! The annual Toronto Korean Festival is back and bringing you amazing performances and delicious food this year! Free admission for everyone!
CLICK HERE For the full event schedule!
When: August 23-25, 2024 (Friday - Sunday) Where: Mel Lastman Square
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EDITHVALE FREE FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT: TROLLS
Come by to watch a great movie with your community outside! You will be able to make your own personal pizza in the Outdoor Pizza Oven for $4.00.
If the weather doesn’t cooperate, the movie will still run inside the Gymnasium!
When: Friday, August 23, 6:00 PM to 8:45 PM, movie at sundown. Where: Edithvale Community Centre, 131 Finch Ave W, North York
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FUTURE FORWARD FAIR
Calling all youth
entrepreneurs!
On Tuesday, August 27th, from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM, head over to the John
McKenzie House located at 34 Parkview Ave, North York, ON M2N 3Y2.
The Future Forward Fair will feature an array of local youth artisans, free
face painting, and caricatures. It’s also a fantastic opportunity for young
entrepreneurs to promote their businesses without the cost of an event space.
Interested in being a vendor? Applications are now open! Click Here to Apply!
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KAINAN NA GRAND OPENING WEEKEND
Kainan Na is excited to announce the grand opening of their new location at Food Hall TO, 5210 Yonge Street!
Join the celebration on August 30th to September 1st from 10am to 8pm.
Experience a fantastic mix of food, music, and fun!
Kainan Na will be open Tuesdays through Sundays from 10am to 8pm following the grand opening.
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ROSYLAND: FREE CONCERT SERIES
Unleash your creative musical potential! Join Rosalind Zhang and her buddies every Tuesday evening in August for a free, family-friendly interactive concert series at Lee Lifeson Art Park. Every week will feature a different orchestral family, which means you can meet a lot of musical instruments!
Designed to offer a rich experience, the concerts will be filled with tunes familiar and new, engaging conversations, and to top it off, you can help make music together! Perfect for all levels, including those interested in learning music but don’t know where to start! |
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T.U. JAZZ FEST AT MEL LASTMAN SQUARE
Canada’s biggest jazz festival for emerging artists, T.U. Jazz Fest, is celebrating its 10th annual festival at Mel Lastman Square on Labor Day Weekend!
A vital professional showcase for emerging musicians, the festival features two performance stages and a line-up that includes a feature performance by Juno-Award winner Kellylee Evans and Grammy Award nominee Karl Silveira alongside established and emerging jazz performers.
Enjoy over 40 local food and market vendors at the World East Market available all weekend long. A masterclass featuring one of the most in-demand professional jazz musicians, Kellylee Evans is also available at 2 p.m. on Saturday at the North York Centre Library Auditorium.
This FREE family festival runs from August 30th to September 2nd, 2024 at Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge Street, North York
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TASTE OF NORTH YORK IS BACK!
NeighbourLink North York presents the 2nd Taste of North York Community & Food Festival, September 6-8 at Mel Lastman Square!
Celebrate North York’s vibrant cultures, diverse cuisines, and community connections with delicious food vendors, live music, art, dancing, kid's activities, and NeighbourLink’s Meet & Eat! Net proceeds support NeighbourLink's food bank and community care programs.
The Meet & Eat located at the Reflection Pond at Mel Lastman Square includes: · A patio to enjoy food and meet neighbours all weekend long - join us September 6 at 7pm for a community meal with special entertainment · A Community Fair of local charities, organizations, clubs, and artisans on September 7th & 8th · Family activities including art, juggling workshops, aerial hammocks, lego-building, caricatures, instrument petting zoos, and robotics
Don’t forget to bring a non-perishable food item to help fill a 32 Division police cruiser and support NeighbourLink’s food bank!
Taste of North York September 6-8, 2024 Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge St. Fri (6pm-10pm), Sat (12pm-10pm), Sun (12pm-8pm)
Join in the fun of building a more connected community together!
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APPLY TO VOLUNTEER AT TASTE OF NORTH YORK
NeighbourLink North York is seeking volunteers for their community and food festival Taste of North York! It will take place from Fri, Sept 6 to Sun, Sept 8 at Mel Lastman Square.
There will be an open-air food and drink festival with 50+ food vendors, a full weekend of live performances, and a patio to meet and eat with fellow neighbours!
On Sat, Sept 8, there will also be 20+ charities, as well as an opportunity to meet your local councillor and learn more about your neighbourhood!
Refreshments and volunteer hours will be provided to volunteers.
Volunteer Roles include: · Set-up volunteer · Greeter at Neighbourlink Tent · Greeter at Meet and Eat Patio · Stage Support · Volunteer Driver · All Day Event General Volunteer · Afternoon Event General Volunteer · Evening Event General Volunteer · Tear Down/Clean Up
CLICK HERE to sign up for any of the volunteer shifts you are interested in!
You are also welcome to contact the volunteer coordinator, Lily Su, directly with any questions, concerns, or ideas you may have. You can email her at lily.su@neighbourlink.org or call her at 416-221-8283 ext 6.
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REPAIR CAFE IS COMING TO WILLOWDALE!
We’re thrilled to announce that, thanks to the support and advocacy of our Willowdale Climate Action Roundtable members, Repair Café is coming to North York Library on September 7th!
Repair Café Toronto is a grassroots, volunteer-driven group that organizes events where neighbours help neighbors learn how to repair. Have a broken household item? Don’t toss it! Bring your small appliances, computers, electronics, clothing, jewelry, books, and more, and experts will show you how to fix it—for free!
When: Saturday, September 7, 12:00PM - 3:00PM Where: North York Central Library, 2nd Floor Auditorium
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BREAKING BARRIERS: THE POWER OF CHILDREN'S BOOKS
Join author Rie Muranaka 村中李衣 and illustrator Eriko Ishikawa 石川えりこ as they introduce their award winning picture book
“Kokun” (Nodding), chosen as Outstanding for the IBBY Collection for
Young People with Disabilities. Based on their work in Japan, the authors will
describe how they have used picture books to spark discussion about visible and
invisible barriers.
Lecture will be in Japanese with an English
translator. There will be a Q&A afterwards.
Register online by Sunday, Sep
15!
When: Wednesday, Sep 18 - 6:30-8 pm
Where: North York Central Library, Room 1
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NORTH YORK DIWALI FEST
Over the past few years we have seen an increase in Indian neighbours in our community. As such, I was excited to see the great success of last year’s North York Diwali Fest. This year I am pleased to be co-hosting the event which will span two days on October 19–20 at Mel Lastman Square. We want this event to give visibility and build connectivity to the growing Indian community in Willowdale.
If you are interested in joining the planning committee or in being a vendor please email events@northyorkdiwali.com or reach out at 437-258-3065. Additionally, community members can join the Facebook group "Indians in Willowdale"- www.bit.ly/indiansinwillowdale or the WhatsApp Group for the Willowdale Indian Community www.chat.whatsapp.com/De5LjwA2BC62gdk9MkqTlq.
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