Signage has appeared at 1608 Bayview Ave. (formerly Romeo & Juliet Hair Studio) announcing the future opening of Ramona’s Kitchen. The photos would suggest that their sandwiches and pancakes will be delish. It looks like Bayview could soon be known as the brunch capital of Toronto. Cheers!
Bessborough E and M School MayFair returned Saturday after being pandemicked off the map for a couple of years. The brief glimpse from passing friend Rudy Limeback makes it look like fun. The school said there were seven different inflatables (including obstacle courses, giant slides, a gladiator joust and bouncers), a temporary tattoo station, wacky hair station, a guessing jar table, candy land, an inaugural cakewalk (like musical chairs but with a chance to win cake), and much more. There was also a BBQ lunch. Got to just love it.
A long-time former teacher of many subjects at Leaside High School has died at the age of 94. Bob Young is described as a man of justice, fairness and the goodness of humanity. His obituary has appeared in the Star.
The promotion by Rogers Communications of its new 5G “pure fibre internet” in Rosedale and Moore Park has caused some residents of the area to say they have been visited on successive days by company representatives in an attempt to get them to buy the service. Rogers is the first firm offering 5G service following installation on poles owned by Toronto Hydro. Homeowners on Hudson Drive and Rose Park Drive have noted repeat visits from Rogers after they told door-knockers they were not in the market.
The 16th Annual Spring Into Action Walk/Run, a Leaside-originated event, returned to the community Sunday after a two-year absence. SIA is a fun family 2 or 5k walk/run/cycle through the beautiful Sunnybrook Park. It starts at InsideOut Studio in Leaside, with morning yoga and ends where we started with a fun marketplace and celebration.
Yonge-Eglinton Secondary Plan, Midtown Character Areas (City of Toronto, March 29, 2018)
Having considered input from the community, the City made changes and will be reporting on a recommended zoning by-law for the Midtown ‘Villages’ to Planning and Housing Committee on May 31, 2022. This is the first phase of a zoning by-law amendment to implement the Yonge-Eglinton Secondary Plan, which was brought into force in 2019. Future phases are anticipated to be brought forward in 2023, following further consultation. Project Website: www.toronto.ca/ReadySetMidtown
In the e-update on March 24, 2022, the draft zoning by-law for five Midtown ‘Villages’ was available for review and comment. The Midtown ‘Villages’ are identified on Map 21-2 of the Yonge-Eglinton Secondary Plan and include Eglinton Way, Yonge Street North, Mount Pleasant South, Bayview-Leaside, and Yonge Street South. Since that time, they received emails, phone calls, and letters offering input and suggestions to make the draft zoning by-law better.
Join Councillor Mike Colle and your neighbours to see a new park site! The old Green P parking lot at Castlefield between Yonge and Duplex is the future home of a large new park! More green space is coming to the Yonge-Eglinton area.
Contrary to the old Joni Mitchell song – you CAN unpave a parking lot!
SEDRA works closely with many residents’ associations across the city including the Eglinton Park Residents’ Association (EPRA). Our friends at EPRA have asked us to join in their celebration.
Come for the music, kids’ activities, food & drink, plus bike checkups with Cycle Toronto. There will be samosas and dipping sauce, and hot dogs. For the thirsty, there will be cold water and cold drinks. But city discourages plastic bottles. There will be cups, but you can bring your own flask or thermos, and fill it there. On hand will be folks from EPRA, LPRO, 500 Duplex Tenants’ Association, City of Toronto Parks Department, and of course Eglinton-Lawrence Councillor Mike Colle.
Where to meet:
Duplex and Castlefield – Saturday May 28th – 1 PM to 4 PM
South Eglinton Davisville Residents’ Association has released a call to action regarding a development proposal at 537 Eglinton Ave East. Mark your calendar for SEDRA’s Zoom Meeting on May 30th at 7:00PM.
After both the North York Community Council (NYCC) and City Council unanimously adopted City Planning’s Refusal Report, developer Eglinton Hoyle Realty Inc and their law firm Aird & Berlis are proceeding with an appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal. The Case Management Conference (CMC) has been scheduled for 10 am on June 9th via video. SEDRA believes the City has a very strong case against this appeal, but their case is much stronger with the support of the community. SEDRA (South Eglinton Davisville Residents’ Association) – formally SERRA – plans to participate. SEDRA strongly recommends that as a resident, you also consider signing up as a Participant. The more residents who show their support by attending this hearing, the better.
SEDRA Zoom Meeting – May 30th at 7:00PM
Topic: SEDRA – 537 Eglinton meeting
Time: May 30, 2022 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting: Link
Meeting ID: 889 0893 7601
Passcode: 338001
SEDRA will be focusing on the following issues in our communication to the OLT:
All the information regarding the latest application, the rationale for the city’s recommendation and your input from the community consultation meeting can be found in the link below.
537, 539, 541 and 543 Eglinton Avenue East – Official Plan Amendment Application – Refusal Report
Do-or-die battle to save low-rise Davisville west of Bayview
A stroll down our favourite street has revealed changes to some well known businesses. Peering through the glass, we could see the demolition of the interior space that was formerly home to Scholar’s Choice and Butter Studio. The refurbished space will make way for a “new restaurant” with a patio, according to a building permit application. Strolling south, we observed a new banner that is covering up the sign for the Bombay Snack Bar. They are now known as Charcoal Biryani at 1595 Bayview Ave. Parpar clothing is still preparing their store, with plans to open in the former location of Express Travel at 1569 Bayview Ave. Since patio season has officially begun, tables, chairs, potted plants and smiling faces are starting to fill our sidewalks. We think the electric blue patio set at La Diperie is rather eye-catching! This will be their first summer at 1559 Bayview Ave. Welcome to Bayview, Supermart and Petals (1635 Bayview Ave.) your beautiful flowers are a feast for the eyes!
Construction continues in the base of the new residential building known as The Stack, 730 Hillsdale Avenue East at Bayview. Maker Pizza and The Sweet Potato (grocery store) will be opening later in 2022.
See you on Bayview!
Friend of the Bulldog and venerable shutterbug, Rudy Limeback has tweeted a photo of the exposed underbelly of the intersection at Bayview and Eglinton. Quite a change from the archive photo of Sunnybrook Plaza. Metrolinx construction continues.
Sunnybrook Plaza, #Leaside, Toronto's first strip mall
how it started how it's going
(April 1952, pic via @torontolibrary )
(May 2022, construction of Crosstown LRT) pic.twitter.com/UZIPqy9zOI— Rudy Limeback (@rudydotca) May 25, 2022
Jaye Robinson, City Councillor for Ward 15—Don Valley West will be holding an official opening event for the newly designed R.V. Burgess Park (46 Thorncliffe Park Drive) on Saturday, May 28, 2022 starting at 10:00am.
Over the last few years, my team has worked closely with City staff and the Thorncliffe Park community to refine the design for R.V. Burgess Park using the feedback we collected from the Working Group. Thank you to all those who were involved.
In 2019, I significantly expanded the scope of the R.V. Burgess Park project by allocating additional funding that nearly doubled the original budget. Instead of just replacing the existing playground as initially planned, we completely transformed the park. I also made sure that the community would remain well-served by outdoor amenities throughout the construction period by asking City staff to review the programming offered at other nearby parks.
I am looking forward to hosting an official park opening with the community later this month!
Jaye Robinson, City Councillor for Ward 15—Don Valley West
#Thorncliffe, see you this Saturday at 10 am! pic.twitter.com/gnV6WkuMuD
— Friends of Thorncliffe Park (@ThorncliffeTO) May 25, 2022
Ever wanted to peek inside an interesting or historical building, but it’s not open to the public? Now could be your chance to do just that. Rediscover the city you thought you knew through Doors Open Toronto, celebrating 100+ sites of architectural, cultural and social significance. Go deeper with engaging tours, insightful talks, an online film series and other virtual experiences. Doors Open Toronto returns May 28 and 29, 2022, plus free general admission to all Toronto History Museums. Doors Open activities take place between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.
www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/festivals-events/doors-open-toronto
