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Month: June 2017

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Congratulations to David Sparrow!

June 1, 2017 Allan Williams

Leasider David Sparrow was elected National President of ACTRA (the Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television and Radio Artists) at the union’s Council meeting in Toronto on May 13th and 14th. ACTRA represents the work-life interests …more

PC Dolenc with Vezina outside 53 Division. Photo by PC Ron Mackay.
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A Day in the Life… of a 53 Division police officer

June 1, 2017 Karli Vezina

When I first learned that my request to spend a day at 53 Division had been approved, I was excited. Shortly after, my mood shifted to nervous and then to dread. What unit would I …more

Laird and Millwood
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Get ready for construction woes at Laird and Millwood

June 1, 2017 Carol Burtin Fripp

Leasiders no doubt will recall the massive delays and congestion of a year or so ago, when the Bayview Extension was being repaved between Rosedale Valley Rd. and Moore Ave. Southbound traffic along Bayview Ave. …more

An accident at Parkhurst & Bayview. Photo Will Ashworth.
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In praise of the zipper merge on Bayview

June 1, 2017 Will Ashworth

A couple of years ago my brother and I were having a discussion about the proper way to enter a highway when there is stop-and-go traffic. The two of us rarely agree on anything, so …more

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Julia Hanigsberg, president and CEO of Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital. Photo Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital.
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Holland Bloorview President and CEO Julia Hanigsberg leaves on a high note

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As the festive season approaches, thoughts of a new year and new you might be on your mind. That’s especially true for Julia Hanigsberg, president and CEO of Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, as she ...more
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