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Another new traffic configuration at Bayview and Eglinton

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If you happened to drive or walk through the intersection of Bayview Avenue and Eglinton Avenue East last weekend, you may have noticed the shift. Construction workers and a paid duty police officer were there to help pedestrians get through safely as barriers and signage were moved around for the new traffic configuration.

Details from the Metrolinx Construction update:

Traffic on Bayview Avenue will shift to the west side of the street and a work zone will be in place on the east side. Traffic on Eglinton Avenue East will remain on the north side of the road and the work zone will remain on the south side of the road. The northbound left and right turn on Bayview Avenue will be restricted at Eglinton Avenue East. All other turn restrictions will remain in place at the intersection. The sidewalk on the south side of Eglinton Avenue East, east of Bayview Avenue will be closed.

Pedestrians will be diverted south around the Main Entrance work zone. The east crosswalk at Bayview Avenue and Eglinton Avenue East will be closed and the west crosswalk will be reinstated. The northbound TTC bus stop will be temporarily relocated north of Craig Crescent. The eastbound TTC bus stop will remain in its temporary location. This configuration is expected to remain in place for approximately 1 month. Traffic control personnel and/or a paid duty officer will be present while traffic changes are being implemented.

TRAFFIC DETAILS
• Traffic on Bayview Avenue will shift to the west side of the street and a work zone will be in place on the east side.
• Traffic on Eglinton Avenue East will remain on the north side of the road and the work zone will remain on the south side of the road.
• The northbound left and right turn on Bayview Avenue will be restricted at Eglinton Avenue East.
• All other turn restrictions will remain in place at the intersection.

PEDESTRIAN DETAILS
• The sidewalk on the south side of Eglinton Avenue East, east of Bayview Avenue will be closed. Pedestrians will be diverted south around the Main Entrance work zone.
• The east crosswalk at Bayview Avenue and Eglinton Avenue East will be closed and the west crosswalk will be reinstated.

TRANSIT INFORMATION
• The northbound TTC bus stop will be temporarily located north of Craig Crescent.
• The eastbound TTC bus stop will remain in its temporary location.
• Access to TTC will be maintained at all times.
• Please visit www.ttc.ca for more information.

More updates about this intersection can be found at http://thecrosstown.ca/news-media/whats-new/bayview-avenue.

Oct 14th: Don Valley West Municipal Candidates Meeting

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Flemingdon Thorncliffe Inter-Agency Network (FTIAN) is hosting a Municipal Councillor Elections Democracy Forum for Ward 15 – Don Valley West on Friday October 14, 2022 from 6:30-8:30pm.

In Person
You can join them in person at the Thorncliffe Park Community Hub (45 Overlea Boulevard).

Online
Or you can participate virtually via Zoom (MeetingID 67222615561, Passcode 141022).

Send questions to candidates by emailing ftiancontact@gmail.com

Remember to vote on October 24th, election day!

Oct 12th: Don Valley West Municipal Candidates Meeting

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The Leaside Residents Association has informed us that a Ward 15 – Don Valley West *Virtual* Municipal All Candidates’ Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 12, 2022 from 7:00pm – 8:30pm.

This is your opportunity to hear from candidates running for Ward 15 City Councillor before the October 24th municipal election:
▪ David Ricci
▪ Jaye Robinson (incumbent)
▪ Sheena Sharp

Municipal issues such as transit, policing, garbage collection, roads, fire services, housing and development are the ones that impact us most directly in our daily lives.

Send in your questions!
Email your questions for the candidates prior to the meeting. Questions will be read to the candidates by a moderator. There will be no live audience participation but there will be an option to submit questions during the session using the Question-and-Answer function in Zoom. You can submit a question(s) to the candidates (individual/all candidates) by email to: ask.ward15.candidates@gmail.com no later than Friday, October 7 at 5pm.

Register now!
You are not required to be a member of a residents’ association to attend the Zoom meeting or submit a question. Advance registration is required. Here is the link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jDZEgkLPSP2Pbc61JHbpxw

The meeting is co-hosted by: Bedford-Wanless Ratepayers Association, Don Mills Residents Inc., Leaside Residents Association, South Eglinton Davisville Residents’ Association (eastern section)*, St. Andrew’s Ratepayers Association, Yonge-Ridge Homeowners Association, York Mills Neighbours Association, York Mills Valley Association. (*The western section of the South Eglinton Davisville Residents’ Association is located in St. Paul’s ward.)

“Please share this information with friends and neighbours! Hope you can make it!”

Toronto’s CityTV has been ‘everywhere’ for 50 years!

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Citytv turns 50 on Wednesday. Happy birthday Citytv!

Leaside Rotary Club’s “The Big Screen” Drive-in, Sat Oct 1st

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Leaside Rotary Club has teamed up with neighbourhood businesses & community groups to bring drive-in movies to midtown Toronto. Coined The Big Screen, the next event takes place on Saturday, October 1st, 2022 and will feature Ghostbusters in the parking lot of East York Town Centre, 45 Overlea Boulevard. Entry will be free, but you must get a ticket before the event as space is limited. Brought to you by Rotary Toronto-Leaside, Access Storage and Morguard Properties, any proceeds go to support local non-profits.

Peaches & Green closing after 32 years in Leaside

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In 1990, George opened Peaches & Green with the dream of helping people find the path to their best possible health. 32 years in Leaside is a fabulous accomplishment in such a competitive market — a testament to the service they provided, and the loyalty of their customers. Visit Peaches & Green at 1516 Bayview Ave for their storewide retirement sale — up to 70% off.

A portion of Wynford Drive renamed Aga Khan Boulevard

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The Ismaili Centre 2022 (Canmenwalker via Wikimedia Commons)

On September 25, 2022, Toronto’s Mayor honoured humanitarian His Highness the Aga Khan with a Key to the City, at an event at the Ismaili Centre. Accepting the Key on his behalf was Prince Amyn Aga Khan, His Highness’ brother. The City of Toronto has also renamed the portion of Wynford Drive, between Don Mills Road and the east side of the Don Valley Parkway overpass, to Aga Khan Boulevard. This is in commemoration of the 65th anniversary of the Aga Khan’s accession as the 49th hereditary Imam of Shia Ismaili Muslims and 50 years since the Ismaili community settled in Canada. Full media release.

His Highness the Aga Khan has made remarkable contributions within our city and within the culture and heritage of Toronto’s Ismaili community. Particularly, the Ismaili Centre at Aga Khan Park has become a landmark in our city for the Ismaili community but for residents and visitors as well. I am proud to present His Highness the Aga Khan with Toronto’s highest honour and unveil a section of Wynford Drive renamed in recognition of his many contributions to Toronto.Mayor of Toronto

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Eglinton Crosstown LRT delayed… again, says Metrolinx

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Today, Metrolinx President & CEO Phil Verster issued the following statement:

“We had expected the Eglinton Crosstown LRT to be fully built, thoroughly tested, and in service this fall in accordance with our project agreement with Crosslinx Transit Solutions, the construction consortium responsible for building the project.

Unfortunately, while progress has been made, Crosslinx Transit Solutions have fallen behind schedule, are unable to finalize construction and testing, and therefore the system will not be operational on this timeline.

We know construction has been difficult for commuters, communities, and businesses along the Eglinton corridor. We are doing everything to hold Crosslinx Transit Solutions accountable and to redouble efforts to meet their commitments and complete the work quickly so we can welcome riders onto a complete, tested, and fully operational Eglinton Crosstown LRT as soon as possible.”

The Eglinton Crosstown LRT will be delayed by about a year, a source with knowledge of the project has told CBC Toronto. Toronto-St. Paul’s MPP Jill Andrew said business owners in Little Jamaica who have endured these “never-ending delays” deserve to be compensated for their financial losses throughout the prolonged construction period. (CTV Toronto)

Peter Oliver, of Oliver & Bonacini, has passed away at 74

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Portrait of Peter Oliver, co-founder of Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality (oliverbonacini.com)

Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality has shared the sad news of the passing of one of its founders, Peter Oliver.

It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved leader and co-founder, Peter Oliver. Peter was diagnosed with stage IV cancer in May 2021, a challenge he faced head-on with strength and grace. Throughout his treatment he maintained a positive spirit for which he will be forever remembered.

Peter Oliver’s remarkable career in hospitality spanned 45 years, during which time he set the bar for high standards of quality, service and professionalism. Born in Cape Town, South Africa, Peter moved to Canada in 1967 to attend McGill University. In 1978, following a successful career in stock brokerage and commercial real estate, he opened his first restaurant in Toronto: a small sandwich shop at Yonge and Eglinton named Oliver’s Old Fashioned Bakery. In 1993, Peter partnered with Chef Michael Bonacini to open Jump Restaurant, marking the inception of Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality.

The full tribute is available on their website: https://www.oliverbonacini.com/news/tribute-to-peter-oliver/,

Drink Juice Co celebrating 7 years in the neighbourhood

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Join Drink Juice Co this Sunday, September 25th from 10am – 6pm for their customer appreciation party. They’ll be sampling their new fall menu and featuring their new meal prep program, meet their favourite vendors, and there will also be a flash sale and prizes. 463 Manor Rd East, at Bayview Avenue.

Visit nine Bayview Art Tour and Sale venues this weekend

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Bayview Art Tour and Sale is a free public event and has the aim of shining light on the works of local artists and has done so since 2000. On view are works in a variety of media and styles, including Oil and Acrylic painting, ceramics, jewelry, photography and glass art. Bayview Art Tour & Sale

Happening on Saturday, September 24th and Sunday, September 25th, 2022 between 11am – 5pm, the nine Bayview Tour venues are located in the general area bounded by Mt Pleasant Road on the west, Laird Drive on the east, Broadway Avenue on the north and East Moore Park on the south. The venues are outdoors this year!