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Month: October 2022

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Cycling

A “complete street” is coming to Leaside soon

October 1, 2022 Holly Reid

If you’re concerned about road safety, you’ve likely heard about “complete streets.” Often described as “streets for people,” they are frequently prescribed for what ails our roadways. A more comprehensive definition comes from Toronto’s Complete …more

L-r: MP Rob Oliphant, MPP Stephanie Bowman, Trustee Rachel Chernos Lin, Committee chair Ian Beverley and the Reverend Canon Janet Read-Hockin cut the ribbon at the newly landscaped garden on Bayview.
Churches

St. Cuthbert’s celebrates unveiling of new Bayview Garden

October 1, 2022 Lorna Krawchuk

And the heavens opened! Sunday, September 18 was the official opening for the Bayview Garden on the north side of St. Cuthbert’s, Leaside Anglican Church on Bayview Avenue. Many braved the rain for the outdoor …more

Georgia Walsh Playground. Photo Robin Dickie.
Community

Active options abound in Leaside for the hard-to-schedule crowd

October 1, 2022 Susan Scandiffio

Leaside has a plethora of amazing gyms, teams, clubs, classes and programs which help keep us active. But what about those who can’t commit to firm schedules? Fear not! Leaside offers a myriad of opportunities …more

A streetscape in Leaside.
Leaside Residents Association

Are you feeling besieged yet?

October 1, 2022 Carol Burtin Fripp

Everywhere you look, there are challenges to local democracy – and to Leaside. A ‘Strong Mayor’ system of governance is imposed on the City of Toronto, which requires city policy to be in agreement with …more

Barry (far right) with Team Canada.
Sports

InsideOut’s Barry Samuel fastpitches his way to the Maccabiah Games

October 1, 2022 Susan Scandiffio

They say that opportunity knocks when you least expect it. And making the most of unexpected opportunities starts with being open and prepared to seize them. Such has been the experience of Leasider Barry Samuel. …more

Beth Nealson. Courtesy Toronto Public Library.
History

A vote to remember: Leaside elects its first woman mayor

October 1, 2022 Ted DeWelles

As Torontonians prepare to vote later this month, some Leasiders may remember when this community had its own mayoralty elections. One of the most memorable occurred in December 1962 between Leaside councillor Beth Nealson and …more

A Slow Down sign.
Curious Idler

The Curious Idler October 2022 Edition

October 1, 2022 Staff

Barrel House turns 5! Amsterdam Barrel House is hosting a birthday party and open house on Thurs., Oct. 6th from 5-9 p.m., to celebrate its fifth year in Leaside. General Manager Matt Peacock says it …more

Deirdre and Michael Barry. Photo Walter Lai.
Community

The Barrys turn their passion for cycling into a top-spin career

October 1, 2022 Janis Fertuck

Cycling is a way of life for Deirdre and Michael Barry, a Leaside couple who have taken part in the Olympics and now run the family business, Mariposa Bicycles. Deirdre (known as Dede) grew up …more

The U10 AAA team celebrates after the big win at sponsor The Local Public Eatery, Leaside. Photo Huston Loke.
Sports

Baseball fever swung into Leaside in September

October 1, 2022 Susan Scandiffio

It’s not uncommon to see kids in Leaside in active gear. Whether they’re heading off to hockey, soccer, dance, figure skating, basketball, hiking, biking, karate (it’s a wonderfully long list), it’s awesome to see kids …more

Karen Murkar, Ted Krawchuk, Nancy Dorkin, Kathi Davies, Jane Milligan, Hedy Sellers and Teya Knightingale. Photo Debora Kuchme.
Gardening

Digging in to do good at the St. Cuthbert’s Community Garden

October 1, 2022 Debora Kuchme

Every Wednesday morning, a core group of dedicated gardeners (6-10 green thumbs) show up at the St. Cuthbert’s Community Garden to dig in and do their bit to alleviate food insecurity. It all started as …more

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Pat Jeffreys. Photo Lorna Krawchuk.
In the Spotlight

Pat Jeffreys celebrates four decades of volunteer service

by Lorna Krawchuk in People

Bob Cairns was building houses for returning veterans in North Leaside at the end of World War II. A number of the semis on Beaufield, Glenbrae and Broadway were his creations. These houses took on ...more
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  • Jamie Behan races hard to the snowboard Worlds
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