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Lyme disease epidemic is groing in Ontario

Lyme Disease in OntarioThe growing Lyme disease epidemic in Ontario has been repeatedly ignored and dismissed by the Ministry of Health leaving millions of Ontarians in danger of contracting a debilitating and deadly illness without the institutions in place to provide them with proper treatment…”
Read the full petition submitted by the members of The York Region Lyme Alliance to demand the resignation of the Hon. Deb Matthews, the Minister of Health.

Re:  Calling for the resignation of the Hon. Deb Matthews
The growing Lyme disease epidemic in Ontario has been repeatedly ignored and dismissed by the Ministry of Health leaving millions of Ontarians in danger of contracting a debilitating and deadly illness without the institutions in place to provide them with proper treatment. We therefore demand that Health Minister Deb Matthews resign due to her negligence and her failure to provide Ontarians with the “finest healthcare” that Premier McGuinty has promised us. 

On Nov. 30th, 2011 MPP Bob Bailey (Sarnia-Lambton) tabled a petition endorsed by over 100 Ontario Municipalities representing more than 3 million Ontarians (2006 statistics) calling on the Minister to enact immediate changes to the way Lyme disease is tested and treated:

1)     Include all currently available and scientifically verified tests for Acute and Chronic Lyme Disease diagnosis;

2)     To do everything necessary to create public awareness of the disease;

3)     To have internationally developed diagnostic and successful treatment protocols made available to patients and physicians

The Minister responded to the petition on March 19th, 2012 by stating that the government is “committed to protecting the safety of all Ontarians and their families from preventable vector-borne diseases.”  However, her response failed to address the major issues outlined in the petition and ignored Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer’s warning that “If left untreated, Lyme disease can progress to an early-disseminated disease with migraines, weakness, multiple skin rashes, painful or stiff joints, cardiac abnormalities and extreme fatigue. If the disease continues, arthritis, along with neurological symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, numbness and paralysis can occur.”  Given the magnitude of Ontarians asking for change, it is beyond belief that such a simplistic response could be given.

It also was both shocking and discouraging to see that there was no commentary regarding the present testing regime which has failed so many Ontarians.  Rather the status quo would be maintained without any change, expansion or even review.  Nor was there any suggestion of inclusion of access to testing which many Ontarians have sought from international labs.

Ontario doctors follow a two-tiered testing system for Lyme disease.  The first screening test is called an ELISA test.  When ELISA test results for Lyme disease are positive, doctors prescribe appropriate antibiotics.  In 2006, The International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society, a world-renowned body, said that “The ELISA screening test is unreliable. The test misses 35% of culture proven Lyme (only 65% sensitivity) and is unacceptable as the first step of a two-tier screening protocol.”

When ELISA test results are negative, doctors can not prescribe antibiotics and in Ontario doctors rarely order the second, more reliable, Western Blot test.

The longer it takes for a patient to be diagnosed, the worse their condition becomes, and the greater the financial and emotional toll on the patient and their family.

Many doctors including infectious disease specialists know very little about the growing threat of Lyme disease (and the scandalous lack of treatment for those affected) in Canada today.

Ontario’s health system is rapidly deteriorating, i.e., the recent ORNGE fiasco, the issues with eHealth, the insufficient number of family physicians in the province, etc.  If indeed a cabinet minister is responsible for the inaction of their ministry, then Deb Matthews has crossed the line one too many times.  She has demonstrated astounding negligence in the case of the growing public health threat of Lyme disease.

The members of The York Region Lyme Alliance demand the Minister’s immediate resignation and plead with the Premier to replace her with someone who is committed to providing Ontarians with the finest health care.

 

Linda Kelso for

The York Region Lyme Alliance

Contact Info:

38 Sir Bedevere Place

Markham, ON  L3P 2W4

905.294.2891

thekelsos@rogers.com

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Two Female Hockey Programs in Richmond Hill — Summer 2012

Recreational Women's  Ice Hockey League and Ball Hockey LeagueThis summer the Town of Richmond Hill will be running two female hockey programs – we will be running a brand New Ball Hockey league and we will also be continuing our 4 on 4 recreational summer hockey league. This leagues are open to both beginners and other recreational level players.

The ball hockey league will be running Tuesday nights: games begin at 7:30 pm at Elgin Barrow Arena starting June 12 and run for 8 weeks the price is $65.00 for Richmond Hill residents and $75.00 for Non Richmond Hill residents. Registration beings May 10th
This recreational ball hockey league is for women of all abilities. Equipment required: shin pads, gloves, stick and CSA approved hockey helmet with face mask. Goalies PLAY FOR FREE!!

4 on 4 Recreational Women’s Ice Hockey League will be running Thursday nights:  games begin at 9 pm at Tom Graham Arena starting July 5 for 9 weeks the price is $146.03 for Richmond Hill residents and $156.03 for Non Richmond Hill residents. Registration begins May 31st.

For both of these programs you can register at http://richmondhill.ca/ereg

For more information about either of these programs
Contact:

Cassie Moscoe

Recreation Assistant-Arenas
905 884-1368 Ext: 227
cmoscoe@richmondhill.ca

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Heidi Memorial Charity Concert — Friday , May 25, 7:30-9:30 at St Bernard’s Retirement Residence


Please attend a memorial charity concert for Esther Cheng’s daughter, Heidi Wong who died in car accident June 14, 2011.
The proceed will go to St Bernard’s Retirement Residence which is a non profit retirement residence without government funding.
Your support is highly appreciated.
Call Esther (416-917-7038) for reservation of ticket or call to St Bernard’s Retirment Residence directly (416-635-8422).

If you are not able to attend a concert, but would like to support Esther Cheng and her cause you can donate any prizes or in cash for the raffle tickets which is $2 each and 5 for $8.

Friday , May 25, 7:30-9:30
St Bernard’s Retirement Residence

Address: 685 Finch Ave W, North York, ON M2R 1P2
Advance tickets $20 ($30 at the door)

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The Aurora jazz+ Festival highlights the multicultural fabric of Canada! August 3 – 5, 2012

Aurora jazz+ Festival 2012
2012 Aurora jazz+ Festival
August 3 – 5, 2012
5th Town Park – Aurora

Jazz+ means it includes all possible arts and music genres from Reggae to Rock; First Nations to World Music, Canadian Funk, Blues and Jazz.
Local visual artists display and perform live painting in park, while diverse vendors prepare and serve foods of the world.
Enjoy great music, art, culture, food, beer/wine, kids’ crafts, shopping and the ambiance of the beautiful heritage Town Park setting located in the cultural core of Aurora, in the centre of York Region.

The Aurora jazz+ Festival has grown from a one day community event in 2009 to three days in 2011/ 2012 showcasing 20-30 musical acts, many visual artists and a food vendors highlighting the multicultural fabric of Canada! It was voted one of 100 best Festivals in Ontario by FEO – Festivals & Events in Ontario.

Aurora jazz+ Festival is produced by the Aurora Festival of the Arts — an Ontario not for profit corporation run by dedicated volunteers with a passion to develop arts and cultural events in York Region.

For more information or to inquire about sponsorship opportunities visit www.aurorajazzfest.com or call Sher St. Kitts – 905 841 6893

2012 Aurora jazz+ Festival, August 3 – 5th Town Park – Aurora

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SHOWROOM CLEARANCE EVENT AT LUMAR INTERIORS!

We are clearing the decorator studio floor for new product samples.
We are selling beautiful classic pieces (our favourite decorator finds) at incredible clearance prices:

SHOWROOM CLEARANCE EVENT AT LUMAR INTERIORS
Most items are 50-70% off. Others are priced to clear. These are just some of the pieces. We have a few more mirrors, accessories and pieces of furniture in studio. (Sorry this sale does not apply to new inventory).
Details:
A. Solid 4 ½” wood framed mirror in an antique espresso 28” X 68” (full length mirror)
$900 reg $450 now

B. Gold leafed wood frame mirror from Italy 32” X 45”
$1980 reg $990 now

C. Hekman wood chest – 4 drawers 44”wide X 19”deep X 38” high
$1485 reg $743 now

D. Bevelled mirrors in arched mirror 38” X 72” (full length )
$595 reg $298 now

E. Kravet Furniture slipper chairs (feather backs) 28” X 30” deep
$1600 each $600 now

F. Classical antique brass/bronze glass cocktail table 38” round
$ 939 reg $400 now

G. Hekman chairside table 27” round X 26”
$1200 reg $250 now

So as you can see there are some amazing deals to be had on furniture that is classical and will be cherished for many years-”true decorator finds”.
Give us a call for more info or to find out what else we have in-studio at clearance. Appointments are recommended as we are not always there.

Visit http://lumarinteriors.com/events.php for more details

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Mother’s Day Special Gift Sets

Mother's Day Special Gift Sets

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Spring Fashion Show for the Benefit of Women’s Centre of York Region – Wed., April 4, 2012

Spring Fashion Show

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RICHMOND HILLMEDICAL SPA – Seminars on Cellcosmet Cosmeceutical

RICHMOND HILL MEDICAL SPA

SEMINARS

Cellcosmet

Only selected spas carry this product. Cellcosmet Regional Representative believes
RICHMOND HILL MEDICAL SPA has aptitude to represent their cosmeceutical.

Come,

Discover treatments of a new dimension and feel,
then appreciate their benefit effects on your skin
day after day.

These are the only cosmeceutics on the world
market to contain
active stabilized bio-integral cells.

SEMINARS

March 14, 2012
April 19, 2012
May 8, 2012
June 12, 2012
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
158 Elgin Mills Road W. Richmond Hill, ON
Kindly, RSVP with the meeting coordinator:
Diane Karelis
647 938 0854
RSVP 2 days prior to event Ltd seating avail.
Please be advised there is limited parking. No parking in front of west garage.
Additional parking can be found at the corner plaza of Yonge Street & Elgin Mills Road (Soutwest Corner).
We are the 15th house west of Yonge Street, on the north side.
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Does Your Child Need Private Tutoring?

Tutoring York RegionReport cards have been sent home recently in York Region. Some parents and families will be absolutely thrilled with their child’s grades; while other families may feel some concern about the perceived academic challenges of their child.

Lynn-Raquel Welsh has lived in the Oak Ridges area of Richmond Hill for almost 32 years. During most of that time, she has been privileged to tutor many of our amazing children from Richmond Hill, Aurora, Newmarket, Thornhill, King City, and even Schomberg.

With a background in Psychology [McMaster], and much of her more than 3 decade teaching career being in Special Education, she feels extremely qualified to team up with children who are experiencing challenges in their classrooms. It is her passion to assist them in developing the strategies and inner self confidence to feel truly successful at school.

Lynn-Raquel continues to substitute locally, so she is remaining current with the curriculum.

If your family is concerned about your child’s ongoing scholastic challenges as reflected both in their daily work and on their report card, Lynn-Raquel would be happy to partner with you and help your child to improve and excel.

For more information please contact
Lynn-Raquel Welsh
905-773-4068
lynnraquel@sympatico.ca

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People Place Richmond Hill: Civic Precinct Project Visioning Workshops

People Place Richmond HillPeople Place Richmond Hill has several public events coming up in February and March. Everyone is invited to come and contribute to building a shared vision of the Civic Precinct.

Information Display
Saturday, February 25, 2012
Hillcrest Mall, Laura/Cassis Court
9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Staff will be on hand at our display to answer questions and provide information about the project and upcoming events.

People Place Richmond Hill: Civic Precinct Project Visioning Workshops
The visioning workshops provide a chance to actively become involved with creating the shared vision that will guide the future of the Civic Precinct. Through the workshop activities, participants will be able to express what they envision for the Civic Precinct lands.

There are three locations for the visioning workshops:

Tuesday, February 28, 2012
McConaghy Seniors’ Centre – Multipurpose Room
10100 Yonge Street
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.; registration begins at 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, March 1, 2012
Richvale Community Centre – Gymnasium
160 Avenue Road
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.; registration begins at 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Bond Lake Arena & Recreation Centre – Norm Taylor Room
70 Old Colony Road
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.; registration begins at 6:30 p.m.

For updates about the project and upcoming events, please visit RichmondHill.ca/PeoplePlace.

People Place Richmond Hill
peopleplace@richmondhill.ca
RichmondHill.ca/PeoplePlace

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