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G'mar Chatima Tovah! Today at sundown, Yom Kippur begins the holiest day in the Jewish calendar. Wishing our Jewish neighbours a blessed and prayerful Yom Kippur! G'mar chatima tova! On October 9, Councillor Pasternak organised a time with our fellow Toronto City Councillors to celebrate Rosh Hashanah, which marks the start of the Jewish High Holy Days leading up to Yom Kippur. We heard the blowing of the shofar and ate apples dipped in honey. It was wonderful to spend this meaningful time with my colleagues who celebrate this holy time of year. Happy Thanksgiving! Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! I’m thankful for our vibrant Willowdale community and the opportunity to serve you. I also wanted to add thanks to the first responders who attended to my family after the accident last week. They were kind, patient and thoughtful. I hope everyone enjoys the holiday weekend alongside family and friends! Spaghetti Town Halls COMING SOON. RSVP Today! Just a reminder, we kick off our first Spaghetti Town Hall NEXT THURSDAY, October 17 at Brebeuf College for Newtonbrook East.
We're thrilled to have the Brebeuf College Senior Concert Band add a lively musical touch to the evening. The meeting will include representatives from the following divisions: Toronto Police Service to discuss safety in the community Transportation Services to share how to address road safety and traffic calming Parks and Recreation to discuss ongoing park developments Agincourt Community Services that provides outreach to local encampments Bayview Cummer Neighbourhood Association and Silverview Neighbourhood Association representatives to share how you can get connected, and Crime Stoppers to discuss community safety.
We are excited to have students from Brebeuf College and St. Joseph Morrow who will be assisting with our gathering. It will be a great opportunity to connect in a deeper way with the community! Willowdale West will have a Halloween-Themed Spaghetti Townhall on Tuesday, October 29, and yes, there will be candy for kids! Details for this town hall and the Willowdale East Town Hall will be shared in upcoming emails. Hey West Lansing! We look forward to the Gwendolen Pizza Playdate and Consultation happening next week. If you can’t make it, or even if you can, please Click Here to fill out the survey. Pumpkin Parades are coming! We are excited to announce 2 Pumpkin Parades will be happening in Willowdale on November 1! Stay tuned for details.
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Councillor & Community - Upcoming Events
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NEXT WEEK! Tue, Oct. 15, 4:00-7pm
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NEXT WEEK! Tue, Oct. 15, 7:00-9pm
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NEXT WEEK! Thu. Oct. 17, 5:30-9pm
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NEXT WEEKEND! Sat. Oct. 19, 12:00-2pm |
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City of Toronto Budget Consultation
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NEXT WEEKEND! Sun. Oct 20, 1:00-3pm
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Mon. Oct. 28, 7:00-8:30pm
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2810-2816 Bayview Ave Development Consultation
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Tue. Oct 29, 5:30-9pm
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Willowdale West Spaghetti Town Hall- St. Edwards Church
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Oct 29-30, 11am-4:30pm
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Engage Fest!- North York Central Library
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Pumpkin Parade At Lee Lifeson Art Park |
Fri. Nov. 1, 6pm-8:30pm
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Pumpkin Parade At Edithvale Park | |
Wed. Nov. 6, 5:30-9pm
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Willowdale East Spaghetti Town Hall- Willowdale Baptist Church
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Thu. Nov. 7
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Silk Road Canvas
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Mel Lastman Square - Upcoming Events |
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Service Canada Webinars
The City’s Community Development Unit is excited to partner with Service Canada to offer 3 unique webinars on federal programs and services available to our community members. See the table below for more details.
Programs & Services for Seniors - Wed., Oct. 23rd, 2:00-3:30 pm. Register Here Programs & Services for Newcomers - Tues., Nov. 19th, 10:00-11:30 am. Register Here Programs & Services for Youth ages 15-30 - Tues., Dec. 3rd, 2:00-3:30 pm. Register Here The practice of gratitude can be life changing. May we open our eyes to the beauty of the community we share. Have a wonderful weekend!
Warmly,
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Click On The Links Below or Scroll Down To Learn More About:
~ COUNCILLOR UPDATES
~ CITY OF TORONTO UPDATES ~ COMMUNITY UPDATES |
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FALL COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR!
Get ready for an autumn of excitement in Willowdale! Looking for fun for the season? Look no further! We've got all the hottest events lined up for you this autumn. From markets to parades, there's something for everyone. Print out our flyer to stay in the loop with all the can't-miss events happening in Willowdale this season!
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NORTH YORK DIWALI FEST
MARK YOUR CALENDAR! North York’s biggest Diwali celebration is happening at Mel Lastman Square on Oct 19-20!
Join us for the Festival of Lights! Bring your family and friends for a beautiful cultural experience packed with fun and lasting memories!
• Free Live Garba
• Musical Ramayana
• Kids Zone
• Bollywood Dance Session
• Music and Dance
• Diwali Shopping
• Henna Corner and much more!
Register: Talent Hunt Competition / Performers / Volunteers
https://www.youthforchange.ca/performer-application
Vendor or Sponsor
https://www.youthforchange.ca/vendor-application
For more details: 416-412-2009 | info@northyorkdiwali.com
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SPAGHETTI TOWN HALLS ARE BACK!
We are excited to announce the return of our Spaghetti Town Hall Series, covering Newtonbrook East, Willowdale West and Willowdale East!
If you live in one of these neighbourhoods, we invite you to join us for a free delicious spaghetti dinner while meeting with neighbours. It’s a wonderful opportunity to connect and collaborate on ways to make our neighbourhood even better. Don’t miss out on this fun and informative evening.
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ENGAGE FEST
Join community members in person to share a virtual learning
experience held by Tamarack bringing together 500 changemakers and social
innovators where we will learn about: - Building authentic connections
- Igniting motivation to sustain collaboration
- Creative approaches to addressing social
inequities and challenges
- Supporting deepening connections, fostering
inclusion, and shifting power
When: October 29 and 30, 2024 Where: North York Central Library, Room 2/3 (Oct 29th) and Room 101 (Oct 30th)
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WILLOWDALE CLIMATE ACTION ROUNDTABLE UPDATE
In our ongoing commitment to bringing tangible actions to Willowdale for environmental protection and climate action, we were thrilled to host our fourth Willowdale Climate Action Roundtable on October 5th. This wonderful event was made possible in partnership with Seniors for Climate Action Now (who provided delicious snacks), ClimateFast, and the Green Neighbours Network of Toronto. A huge thank you to Willowdaler Jane Garthson for championing the Climate and Health discussion. Her vision and dedication to raising climate awareness in our community truly inspire us. We also want to give a special shout-out to our incredible guest speakers: Keith Brooks, Environmental Defence Canada Mili Roy, Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment How-Sen Chong, Toronto Environmental Alliance (TEA) Michelle Hjort, Energy Neighbour These knowledgeable specialists shared invaluable insights that enriched our discussions.
Our next steps involve coordinating a Day of Action to advocate for Cummer Station to be included in the Metrolinx subway expansion. This will be an opportunity for families, community members, and climate champions to go door-to-door, petitioning for this important initiative that will significantly impact the future of our neighbourhood. We’re excited to continue our collaboration and strengthen climate action in Willowdale!
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RENEW SHEPPARD STUDY
The City is developing a vision and
plan to guide growth and future development within the ReNew Sheppard Study
area which includes lands along the Sheppard subway corridor between Bayview
Avenue and Leslie Street. The draft Secondary Plan to guide future growth
within the ReNew Sheppard Study area is now available for public review.
Please provide feedback on the draft
Secondary Plan by October 21, 2024 by email to Jenny.Choi@toronto.ca,
or Michael.Romero@toronto.ca.
Thank you for your interest and participation in the ReNew Sheppard Study.
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MODERNIZED SYSTEM FOR REGISTERING TO RECREATIONAL AND CULTURAL PROGRAMS
The
City of Toronto will launch a new registration and booking system in November
for residents to register for recreation and cultural programs and view and
book the City's recreation, parks and museum rental spaces that include indoor
ice rinks, cultural centres, fire pits, sports fields and stadiums.
The new system will
offer a more modern and mobile responsive experience for residents and
community organizations to access programs and spaces.
What residents can do to prepare
for the switch: Create a new account
Starting in November, residents
will be asked to create a new account. The City will support residents through
this process with information sessions, quick reference guides and other
learning materials – including in-person and virtual information sessions.
Residents will need to create their new accounts before winter recreation
registration in December.
Throughout October, existing
clients should log in to the City’s eFun webpage (https://efun.toronto.ca) the City’s current registration system, to download or print any
information they need, such as past receipts for tax purposes, before Thursday,
October 31.
Information Sessions: Learn about the new
system
Starting Tuesday, October 15, the City will
host information sessions where residents can learn about the new system, see a
demonstration of the new platform and talk with staff about supports for the
transition to the new system. Sessions will be held on the following dates:
- Tuesday,
October 15, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., North York Civic Centre Council Chambers -
5100 Yonge St., North York
- Thursday, October 17,
from 7 to 8:30 p.m., Etobicoke Olympium Olympic Lounge - 590 Rathburn Rd.,
Etobicoke
- Monday,
October 21, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., Metro Hall Rotunda - 55 John St.
- Tuesday,
October 22, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., Scarborough Civic Centre Council Chambers -
150 Borough Dr., Scarborough
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GWENDOLEN PARK PLAYGROUND IMPROVEMENTS
The City of Toronto is improving the playground in Gwendolen Park! Help design the new playground by sharing your thoughts on the play equipment in this short survey. The redesigned playground will include: - Play equipment and a pathway connecting to the new playground area that comply with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). This means that people of varying abilities will be able to play at this playground. Learn more about how playgrounds are made accessible.
- Playground equipment for ages 2 to 12.
- Additional seating areas.
Your feedback will help us identify priorities for the playground design. If you have young park users in your home, we strongly encourage you to complete this survey together. If you prefer to respond to this survey by telephone or via a paper copy, or if you have other accessibility needs that we can help you with, please contact thevishka.kanishkan@toronto.ca. The survey should take 10 minutes to complete and will close on November 1st, 11:59pm. For more information about the project or to sign up for updates, visit toronto.ca/GwendolenPark.
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PollinateTO GRANTS
PollinateTO Grant applications are now open until October 21, 2024. Register for an upcoming online Information Session.
Grants of up to $5,000 are available to support community-led projects that: -Create a new pollinator garden or rain garden -Expand or enhance an existing garden by adding native pollinator-friendly plants -Convert a lawn area, boulevard or hard surface to a pollinator garden -PollinateTO supports projects that: -Directly result in the creation of pollinator habitat in Toronto -Are visible to the community -Include an educational component to inform others about pollinator stewardship -Involve the community in some way
All Toronto neighbourhoods are eligible. Priority will be given to projects located in Toronto’s Neighbourhood Improvement Areas (NIAs).
Since 2019, PollinateTO has: -Supported over 190 community-led projects, with 52 projects located in Neighbourhood --Improvement Areas and Emerging Neighbourhoods and 82 projects on school grounds -Helped create 500 gardens resulting in an estimated 25,500 m² of pollinator habitat -PollinateTO advances the principles and priorities of the City’s Pollinator Protection Strategy and Biodiversity Strategy.
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MY TTC E-SERVICES
Register with My TTC e-Services and you can receive
convenient and important service alerts or other communications by email.
E-alerts are real-time email notices that will keep you informed. Additional
TTC email communications are available if you wish to receive news releases or
media advisories. E-alerts will keep
you informed of all major subway, bus, and streetcar service disruptions.
Elevator outage and back-in-service alerts are also available.
Register now to get all the benefits!
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NORTH YORK YOUTH DROP-IN
The North York Youth Drop-In is a positive space for youth new to Canada to build connections, make friends, and access leadership opportunities.
Join in on Drop-In Hours from September 16 - December 19 for youth settlement support, volunteer opportunities, counselling, workshops, and more!
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THE LETTERS: POSTMARK PREJUDICE IN BLACK AND WHITE
The North
York Historical Society welcomes Sheila White to present her book, The
Letters: Postmark Prejudice in Black and White.
Based on
the true romance story of her East Coast parents’ trailblazing interracial
marriage in Toronto and the torrent of letters written to the author’s white
mother, trying to dissuade her from marrying a Black man, the novel gives life
to these letters, saved for posterity, and expose the pervasive bigotry of the
late 1940s.
When: Wednesday October 16, 2024
Time: 7:00 pm
Where: North York Central Library, 5120 Yonge Street, Room
#1
This
program is co-sponsored by the North York Historical Society and the Society
and Recreation department of the North York Central Library. The
North York Historical Society is an active group of community members
passionate about preserving and promoting North York history.
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FREE TECH SUPPORT FOR SENIORS
Neighbourlink North York invites you and your network to Tech Help and Tea, a free tech support
drop-in event for seniors! This event will take place on Thursday,
October 17 from 4 to 6 pm at Willowdale Manor at 175 Cummer Ave (Willowdale/Cummer
area). There is limited visitor parking as well as free street parking nearby
on Derwent Ct. Refreshments will be provided.
Neighbourlink North York has been
hosting this event for seniors in Willowdale for some time
after hearing from many seniors about their challenges with navigating
technology. This event was launched with the help of their youth volunteers who
have a great passion for serving our community! The volunteers offer
basic tech support (e.g. filling out online applications and
forms, connecting with a call centre over the phone on behalf of a senior,
downloading and demonstrating how to use various apps, phone
storage issues, etc.).
Support is offered in English, Cantonese, Farsi, Mandarin, Russian,
and Ukrainian.
When: Thursday, October 17, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM When: Willowdale Manor, 175 Cummer Ave, North York, M2M 2E8
For more information, please reach out to lily.su@neighbourlink.org
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5TH ANNUAL MRG PHOTOS & PIE IN THE PARK
It's getting to be that time of year again... Time for the MulhollandRoss Group Annual Photos & Pie in the Park!
Bring your family out (fur babies welcome too) and have a professional photographer take your photo with some beautiful fall colours. Also be sure to enjoy fresh holiday pie with whipped cream, delicious coffee and some birthday cake too - celebrating the team's 40th year in Real Estate!
This year will be at the beautiful historic John McKenzie house - 34 Parkview Ave. at Doris (enter off of Kenneth Ave.)
- Take home a beautiful family photo - perfect for your holiday cards or calendar!
- Enjoy a hot drink and a slice of pie (or birthday cake)!
- Hang out with neighbours and friends
Come for the photos - stay for the pie!
When: Sunday, October 20, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Where:
John McKenzie house - 34 Parkview Ave, M2N 3Y2 |
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NEWCOMERS WELCOME TEA
NeighbourLink North
York's Newcomer Welcome Teas are back with a fall edition! The local charity
invites newcomers from anywhere in the world living in North York to join us
for refreshments, activities and resources! Any neighbours who want to join us
in welcoming newcomers to our community are also invited. If you speak
Ukrainian, Mandarin, Cantonese, Spanish or Farsi - even better!
WHEN: Sunday,
October 20 at 4:00-6:00PM WHERE: Spring Garden Church (112 Spring Garden
Avenue)
You must RSVP to attend. Sign up at www.neighbourlink.org/newcomers This event is free and fun
for the whole family! It’s also FALL THEMED! A small selection of Thanksgiving
food will be served!
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NORTH YORK ARTS PRESENTS: THE ANIMATION PROJECT
Explore the fascinating
world of animation through an engaging and dynamic round of workshops for North
York residents over the age of 55. Discover the art of storytelling, the basics
of animation, and create your own animated short over 3 modules running from
October 22nd – November 23rd (Cohort 2).
Learn more and register HERE!
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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 a Community Partner for 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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SILK ROAD CANVAS
Calling All Artists, Musicians and Art Lovers in Willowdale!
Join the organizers of Silk Road Canvas – a unique and
inspiring event at Lansing United Church on November 9th. This is a special
opportunity for artists to weave their cultural heritage into the vibrant
tapestry of Willowdale. Our community reflects the rich diversity of the Silk Road,
and through this event, you are invited to contribute your artistic voice to
this shared canvas. Don't miss the chance to be part of something meaningful.
Click the link below to share how you’d like to participate
and benefit from this exciting opportunity!
https://arcadiart.ca/silk-road-canvas-vendor-list/ |
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