Welcome to Lawrence Park Community!! March 29, 2006
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Lawrence Park is one of Toronto's most exclusive residential neighbourhoods. It is located in a very peaceful and tranquil setting that includes many parks, sports facilities, stately homes and prestigious schools. Lawrence Park's shops, schools, and recreational facilities are located on its periphery, which keeps traffic on the residential streets to a minimum.
What the residents have to say about the community:
Resident#1:Bryan
“I loved growing up here. It's a great, safe, friendly neighbourhood where everyone seems to know each other. There are lots of families with kids so there are always pick-up road hockey games taking place and lots of parks. It’s also right near the subway line.”
Resident#2: Stroud
“This is just a great part of the city, since it’s right close to downtown Toronto but not too close. It really feels like a small town in a big city. There are great local shops and unique restaurants…we have everything we need!”
Events and Festivals March 29, 2006
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Celebrate Toronto Street Festival!
The Festival transformes Yonge Street, the longest street in the world, into a curb to curb celebration of tastes, talent and all that is Toronto. For 2005
Canada's award-winning street festival presented over 500 artists on four distinct sites featuring 16 unique performance spaces all on Yonge Street— at Dundas, St. Clair, Eglinton and Lawrence.
Runs: Jul 8, 2006 to Jul 10, 2006
60th Anniversary Sears Ontario Drama Festival Toronto Regional Showcase
April 3rd-6th, 2006
7pm Tickets
$15 adults / $10 studentsMonday April 3rd, 2006
- Lawrence Park Collegiate Institute (TDSB) – Ladies in Waiting (published comedy) 40 minutes
- Cawthra Park SS (PDSB) – Bully (published drama) 45 minutes
http://www.uofttix.ca/view.php?id=121
Heritage Toronto Walks 2006
Eglinton: From Farmland to ‘Yonge and Eligible'
Saturday, June 10 – 1:30 PM Explore the neighbourhood around Eglinton
Park, formerly the Pears brickyard – from the site of John Montgomery's house to the site of his infamous tavern, the headquarters of the 1837 Rebellion. It's a walk through time from forested farm lot, to the growing village at the concession crossroads, to the heart of the city at ‘Yonge and Eligible.'LEADER: Doug CampbellSTART POINT: SW corner of Eglinton
Park ,Eglinton Ave. W.and Oriole Parkway
FINISH POINT:Yonge St.at Montgomery Ave.
LENGTH: Approx. 2 hours
FOCUS: Historical, natural
DIFFICULTY: Walk on sidewalks, parkland, some hills and slopes
http://www.heritagetoronto.org/programs/programs2.show?eventId=46
Local Attractions March 29, 2006
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Lawrence Community Church
Mount Pleasant Cemetery
Montgomery's Tavern
Havergal College – An Independant School for Girls
Student Volunteering March 29, 2006
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Students can volunteer for these organizations:
On the Move Community Integration Association
…a community based program for adults with developmental disabilities.
On the Move is a charitable organization run by a volunteer Board of Directors. On The Move (OTM) offers warm, comprehensive community based adult day programs for adults with developmental disabilities and their families. Currently On The Move is a fee for service program, partially funded by the Ministry of Community, Family and Children's Services "Foundations Initiative". On The Move currently provides dynamic, community integration programs for adults and their families who are making the transition from school to community life in the North Toronto and Bloor West communities.OTM's program participants will share some broadly based benefits:
- Increased independence in utilizing their community resources
- Improved independent daily living skills
- Positive social skills with peers, community members and work supervisors
- Increased leisure interests and involvement.
OTM's community Integration programs are located within the North Toronto Memorial Community Centre at 200 Eglinton Ave W. OTM also runs a Social Club on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
Administrative Office: For more information visit: http://www.onthemove.ca/index.html
The North Toronto Green Community The North Toronto Green Community is a non-profit organization working to engage and connect residents, community groups and local businesses to improve our environment, economy and quality of life. NTGC's raison d'etre is to be an easy access conduit through which local residents can get involved in a hands-on way. Their vision for the future of their organization is to be a facilitator for locally based community action as the "outlines of a sustainable future come into focus". Their goal is to promote conservation through grassroots action and the development of sustainable, self-supporting, long-term initiatives that are community based.
672 Mount Pleasant Rd.Toronto, Ont.M4S 2N3Phone: 416-544-8847, Fax: 416- 544-0951, Email: monica@onthemove.ca
The Eglinton Park Heritage Community Garden and Naturalisation Site (at North Toronto Memorial Community Centre,200 Eglinton Avenue West) For urban dwellers, it is a place to garden, learn, share and appreciate nature in the city. The harvest is shared with the community centre's seniors lunch and learn program, and with Plant a Row Grow a Row (foodbank). Garden tours and garden workshops on organic gardening, heritage seeds, composting, trellis building, insects and various other topics are held throughout the summer. The garden, has fostered a wonderful sense of community in the park.
Get Involved!! We welcome you to join us at any of our events and meetings! You can get involved by: by joining our general email list info@ntgc.ca
or Joining one of our Current Projects:
- Community Garden Group: by phone 416-781-7663 or e-mail info@ntgc.ca
- Newsletter – info@ntgc.ca
- Speaker Series – info@ntgc.ca
- IT Committee – Web Site and Database sheilakharrison@rogers.com
- Lost Rivers - h.mills@sympatico.ca or streamwalker@lostrivers.ca
- Green Garden Visit ggv@ntgc.ca
For more information visit: http://www.ntgc.ca/aboutUs.html
People and Organizations in North Toronto (P.O.I.N.T)
Mission Statement
To serve the people who live, work and study in North Toronto by improving availability and increasing awareness of the social and health services in the community through information, education and advocacy.
Services available:
- Social planning and development of social and health services in
North Toronto - North Toronto Community Internet Access Site with four computer work stations available for public use (Made possible through a grant from Industry Canada's C.A.P. (Community Access Program))
- Provide free Internet, E-mail and Scanner sessions
- On-line Job Banks and employment related resources
- Computer, fax machine, copier; babysitting binders and bulletin boards for job search activities
- Registries – Babysitting and Nanny registry, In-Home Registry, Tutors, Employment Training/Seminars/Workshops, Support groups and Volunteer Opportunities
- Assistance with applications for subsidized housing and information on landlord/tenant issues
- Publications:North Toronto Child Care Directory, Student Volunteers Resource Guide, Seniors' Caregiver Handbook
- Workshops and events offered to address community issues
- "The Great Garden Adventure" – New Children's Gardening Program in 2004
P.O.I.N.T. Inc. For more information visit: http://www.pointinc.org/
200 Eglinton Avenue West, 1st Floor Toronto, ONM4R 1A7
Map Telephone: (416) 487-2390
Fax: (416) 487-9276
Community Information Service: (416) 487-2427 E-mail: point@pointinc.org C.I.S.: info@pointinc.org
North Toronto Memorial Community Centre March 29, 2006
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Toronto Unveils Poseidon Technologies' Revolutionary Drowning Prevention and Detection System
North Toronto Memorial Community Centre first in North America to use breakthrough computer vision technology
Toronto, ON – April 4, 2001 –
The City of Toronto Parks and Recreation Division today unveiled, at its North Toronto Memorial Community Centre, the Poseidon System, the world's first and only computer-aided drowning prevention and detection device. The system acts as a “third-eye” for lifeguards, thereby improving overall aquatic safety.
“We are proud, ” said John Macintyre, Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Toronto, “to be the first in North America to test this innovative safety device in one of our pools.”
Michael Shane, Aquatic Safety Management Director with the Lifesaving Society added, “The Poseidon System may prove to be an excellent tool for lifeguards. We are excited by its ability to enhance victim recognition.” He also noted that the detection system will result in increased patron safety and potentially save lives.
Full Story @ http://www.poseidon-tech.com/us/pressRelease010404.html
Community Services and Resources March 29, 2006
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COMMUNITY SERVICES:
Kids Help Line – 1-800-668-6868
Oolagen Community Services – 416-960-9001
Delisle Youth Services – 416-482-0081
The Health Station – 416-486-8666
Teen Clinic (Sick Kids' Hospital) – 416-813-5804
North York General) – 416-756-6750
RESOURCES:
George H. Locke Memorial Library 
3083 Yonge St.
Toronto ON, M4N 2K7
416-393-7730
Directions
Closest major intersection:Yonge St.and Lawrence Ave. East. Located on the southeast corner of Yonge St.and Lawrence Ave. E.
Delisle Youth Services March 29, 2006
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416-482-0081
40 Orchard View Blvd.
Suite 255
Toronto, ON
M4R 1B9
Delisle Counselling ServicesDelisle's counselling services help youth who are experiencing difficulties at home, in school, or out on their own. Their counselling service is open to any youth aged 13 – 18 from Toronto.
Delisle Youth Groups
The groups are a chance for youth to connect with others who share their interests. Some groups are formed among youth who are involved with other Delisle services. We also partner with other agencies, community health centres, and schools to create new groups we might not otherwise have the resources to support.
Delisle's youth groups:
Stress Reduction Through Meditation.
For North Toronto Collegiate students only. A weekly program that helps students unwind and unload academic stress safely. For more information, contact Angelo Sartor at Delisle Youth Services: (416)482-0081 ext. 242
Queer Youth Art Space. Over 25 gay, lesbian, bi, and trans youth create paintings, sculpture, drama, murals and other expressive arts. Sports. Food.
Delisle Youth Gallery
The Delisle Youth Gallery showcases original works by over 40 youth artists from over 20 schools and organizations.
Upcoming Exhibit:
March 8th – March 31, 2006
Weekdays, 9 am to 5 pm
Northern District Library, 40 Orchard View Boulevard,(one block north of Eglinton and Yonge)
Suite 255 &Skylight Gallery (2nd Floor of the Library)
Pictures of the Community March 29, 2006
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Schools in Lawrence Park March 27, 2006
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Public School:
- John Ross Robertson Public School
Junior High:
- Glenview Secondary School
Highschool:
- Lawrence Park Collegiate
- North Toronto Collegiate
- Northern Secondary
- Forest Hill Collegiate Institute
- Marshall McLuhan Academy
