Articles Tagged with 'MPP Tom Rakocevic'

By Sean Delaney Historically, bocce courts in Plunkett Park sat quiet in the middle of Humber Summit. The boards had shifted, the gravel had sunk, the lights were dark, and the whole space was sliding into the kind of wear that makes people give up on a park. Many of the long-time players had g...

By Sean Delaney On November 11th, at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month, Emery Village once again gathered in the heart of our community for the 12th Annual Remembrance Day Observance at Joseph Bannon Park. The skies opened up just in time, letting the sun shine through for what beca...

By Sean Delaney Recently, the team at Carmen Transportation gathered under sunny skies to mark an incredible milestone — the company’s 40th anniversary. The celebration took place on September 23rd at their headquarters on Weston Road and was nothing short of memorable. Founded four decades ago ...

By Sean Delaney This June, the Wednesday morning seniors’ art class at the Carmine Stefano Community Centre wrapped up its season with colour, community, and plenty of cheer. Led with care and creativity by long-time community leader Lucy Catania, the weekly art program has become a treasured ro...

By Sean Delaney Get ready, Emery Village—something big is coming. On the morning of Friday, June 13th, shovels hit the ground at 60 Starview Lane as Mayor Olivia Chow, Councillor Anthony Perruzza, MPP Tom Rakocevic, school trustees, and dozens of community members gathered to officially break ...

By Sean Delaney Spring might still be a few weeks away, but the energy at Kooy Bros Equipment on March 23rd said otherwise. The 40th Anniversary and Customer Appreciation event at their head office at 1919 Wilson Avenue was an incredible sight—and not just for the equipment on display. The street...

By Sean Delaney After 40 years with the Toronto Public Library, Domenica Venir—beloved Branch Head of the Humber Summit Library—has officially retired. On April 5th, the community bid farewell to one of the most compassionate and dedicated librarians one could ever hope to meet. We caught up wi...

By Sean Delaney On November 11th, at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month, the community came together at Joseph Bannon Park for Emery Village’s 12th annual Remembrance Day ceremony. Despite the cool, cloudy weather, the rain held off, allowing residents to gather in honour of vete...

By Sean Delaney On June 28th, Joseph Bannon Park in Emery was buzzing with laughter, joy, and community spirit as families and friends gathered for a special Movie in the Park event. The main attraction was Disney Pixar’s charming film, Elemental, which delighted audiences of all ages under the n...

By Sean Delaney Bill 200 has passed. Also known as the Homeowner Protection Act, 2024. This legislation bans the registration of Notices of Security Interest (NOSIs) on homes for items like hot water heaters and furnaces. This bill is intended to protect the community, especially seniors, from pr...

By Staff Writer The Emery Village community came together for a wonderful afternoon of skating at the local Joseph Bannon Park on Sunday, January 7th. This year marked the second annual Community Skating event hosted by Humber River- Black Creek MPP Tom Rakocevic and Staff, a gathering that is quic...

Emery Village student receives recognition for Diabetes awareness leadership In a recent Queens Park Legislative Assembly ceremony, young Noemi Motta was honoured with a Certificate of Recognition by MPP Tom Rakocevic of Humber River-Black Creek. The accolade, bestowed upon her on World Diabetes ...

By Sean Delaney Emery’s Joseph Bannon Park was a scene of solemn remembrance on Friday, Nov. 11th. A gathering of residents, politicians, and uniformed officers paid tribute to the sacrifices made by Canadian soldiers, both past and present. The essence of Remembrance Day lies not only in honouri...

By Sean Delaney “I am proud to fight for the issues that matter to our community, but nothing beats helping someone who reaches out to my office. To make a positive difference in a person’s life is something that feels very tangible. And seeing a person and their family happy makes the job of b...

By Sean Delaney What’s better than a wintertime skate? Or outdoor wintertime skating with family and friends and host MPP Tom Rakocevic? Rakocevic and staff were on hand to welcome residents to the community skating party on January 8th at our own Joseph Bannon Park. It was an excellent opportu...

By Sean Delaney On Sunday, April 23rd, the Toronto Region and Conservation Authority( TRCA ) once again hosted a community planting event at Rowntree Mills Parks. Many residents assisted with the continuation of planting new shrubs and bushes. I spoke with Nicole with the TRCA, one of the coord...

By Sean Delaney Lee, it’s wonderful to be able to share such a special birthday with someone like you. You have a heart of gold and are so warm, loving, and kind to everyone you know. For those who don’t know Lee, she has always taken community commitment and activism to a higher level and is a...

By Sean Delaney On Sunday, October 3 many residents met at Rowntree Mills Parks to continue planting new shrubs and plants. Stephanie Smith of the Toronto Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) was the coordinator for the community-based restoration team. Why is everyone digging holes in one partic...

By Sean Delaney Steve Kidron, owner of Kitchen24, is feeding even more of Toronto. And now, he wants to not only feed, but teach. You see, Kidron knows what it is like to be hungry. As we have reported in the past, Kidron is a person who has been unsure of where the next meal is coming from. When...

By Sean Delaney Upper Crust hosted its 2020 Holiday Toy Drive and food hamper assembly, giving back to those who need it most. Through a partnership with Kitchen24 and Second Harvest Food Rescue, the toy drive and donation of goods and food will support 600 families with holiday hampers. Upper...

By Al Ruggero As we approach the end of the year, it is without a doubt that no one will forget 2020. Most of all, we can begin to celebrate (in our bubbles, of course) the fantastic news that the new year will bring us closer to the end of our tribulations as the miraculous vaccines reach more ...

By Matthew Strader The second wave was all the talk during a summer dominated by news and updates on the coronavirus pandemic and how it would affect Ontario lives. Now, the second wave appears to be here, as Toronto and the GTA experiences an increase in infection rates while parents and fam...

By Sean Delaney Humber River Hospital (HRH) is in good position regarding Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and believes the health system is ready to be more responsive and efficient when it comes to identifying and treating cases of the coronavirus COVID-19. At the same time, they are also ...

By MPP Tom Rakocevic Happy Thanksgiving to you and your loved ones. As I write this in late September, infection rates have begun rising and I hope that this message finds you healthy and safe. During these challenging times I believe there is still much to be thankful for. I thank the mem...

By Sean Delaney The coronavirus pandemic of 2020 has caused some businesses to come to a grinding halt. But for some service organizations, it has meant a busier time and an increased focus on serving vulnerable populations that continue to grow in size while the pandemic limits the economy and...

By Sean Delaney MPP Tom Rakocevic and Councillor Anthony Purruzza held their first ever New Year’s Levee on Saturday, January 12. It was an afternoon that saw many firsts. Not only was this the first levee celebration for both gentlemen, but it was also the first time, post the old Ward 7 and 8...

By Sean Delaney It’s a very special time year and it brought another exceptional opportunity to enjoy a wonderful lunch with some of the seniors in Emery Village - The North Islington Seniors Club. The ninth annual North Islington Seniors Club Christmas luncheon was held on Dec. 14 at the St.Ro...

By Sean Delaney Snow fell softly over Emery’s Joseph Bannon Park on Monday, November 11 as a gathering of residents, politicians and military members paid tribute to the sacrifices made by Canadian soldiers, both past and present. Now in its seventh year, the service around the Joseph Banno...

By Sean Delaney On November 2, YNOT (Youth Now On Track) awarded fifteen individuals for Academic Excellence, Leadership, and Community Service as well as being Positive Role Models. The Annual Youth Awards Recognition Dinner was ultimately a great success, and could not have been done without...

By Sean Delaney On Friday, Oct.25 the fifth annual Emery Charity Venetian Ball returned to the Fontana Primavera Banquet Hall. In attendance were more than 350 community members for an evening reminiscent of a grand Venetian carnival. It was a night filled with glamour and high fashion, but als...

By Sean Delaney Strong neighbourhoods build strong communities. It’s essential for people to get out of their houses, mingle and get to know those who live around them. Fortunately, the Emery Business Improvement Area (BIA) along with the City of Toronto had the foresight and resources to des...

By Sean Delaney Where does the time go? Another season of the Emery senior’s art class and social gathering has come to an end. Each Wednesday, a local group of seniors get together to develop their art skills under the skilled instruction of Lucy Catania. The number of weekly participants ...

By Sean Delaney Many in Emery look forward to the third Tuesday of each June, and Neighbours Night Out. Longtime local resident Lee Jackson hosts the community gathering, which this year celebrated its 20th anniversary and welcomed its largest crowd yet. Many of the neighbours brought delectab...