Multiple pedestrians have been struck by pieces of drywall from a nearby construction site in Oakwood Village Toronto police were called to Eglinton Avenue West and Oakwood Avenue just before 4 p.m No injuries appear to be serious and the weather is being considered a factor in the incident Warmer temperatures but showers are expected on-and-off for the next few days Meteorologist Natasha Ramsahai has your seven-day forecast Ontario Premier Doug Ford calls on Prime Minister Mark Carney to prioritize a list of projects including the proposed Highway 401 tunnel a mentally ill man who was killed in an Ontario prison is calling out the provincial government over the lack of correctional reform Monday is calling for rain and thunderstorms Stella Acquisto has the long-range forecast listen to NewsRadio Toronto live anytime and get up-to-the-minute breaking-news alerts weather and video from CityNews Toronto anywhere you are – across all Android and iOS devices TorontoNewsMan stabbed in Toronto's Oakwood Village neighbourhood: policeBy Codi WilsonOpens in new windowPublished: January 02, 2025 at 7:38AM EST Twitter feed ©2025 BellMedia All Rights Reserved You will also start receiving the Star's free morning newsletter Clair Avenue West and Glenholme Avenue early Thursday morning for reports of an assault A man in his 30s is in non-life-threatening condition following the stabbing A man is recovering in hospital after an overnight stabbing early Thursday morning At around 1:15 a.m., Toronto police responded to reports of an assault in the area of St. Clair Avenue West and Glenholme Avenue they located a man in his 30s with stab wounds The man was brought to hospital with life-threatening injuries which have since been downgraded to non-life-threatening Suspect information has not been made available by police yet Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: Account processing issue - the email address may already exist Invalid password or account does not exist Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the email address listed on your account Police arrested a driver who fled the scene after crashing into a home in midtown Toronto Officers were called to the Oakwood Village neighbourhood near Winona Drive and Holland Park Avenue just before 8:30 p.m on Tuesday after receiving reports that a car had crashed into a residential home Police say three people who were in the vehicle attempted to flee but were arrested at the scene fled on foot but was later detained by responding officers That individual is expected to face charges It appears speed played a factor in the crash with the driver losing control of the vehicle Police confirmed with 680News Radio that the car was not reported stolen Investigators are encouraging anyone with information to contact authorities A local business in Toronto that's a neighbourhood favourite is closing down there's no telling when — or where — it'll be making its comeback Serving up the somewhat peculiar — but who am I to judge? It works! — combination of homemade soup and gourmet popsicles from a charming Oakwood Village storefront and kitchen for the past four years, Soul Provisions is a whole lot more than your average local delicatessen The business, which originated as Toronto Soup Co., a family project for owner Sara Schwartz Geller and her kids in 2018, quickly blossomed into a fruitful venture that prides itseld in serving some of the best soup in Toronto. in Oakwood Village just two months before the Covid-19 pandemic shut down the entire world in 2020 "We sell soups that are 100% natural and low-sodium," Sara tells blogTO "so people were really coming to us when they needed comfort during that time." Sara and her partner (both in life and business) began marketing towards people living outside of Toronto who had loved ones in the city creating care packages full of soups and various other comfort foods that people could send to their ailing friends and family to feel better It's not just the comfort food aspect that's earned Soul Provisions the distinction of being a community pillar Sara's also developed a robust program that allows less-fortunate members of the neighbourhood to eat even if they might not be able to afford it In addition to serving up some of the best soups in Toronto the business also operates a give-back enterprise that they call "Soupempathy," wherein each litre of soup sold also buys a portion of soup to be given to community members in need Soul Provisions is simply a great place to go sunny patio perfect for popsicles and a cast of characters always ready and beyond willing to lend a smile "We developed a really strong relationship with our community," Sara tells blogTO referring to Soul Provisions as "one of the heartbeats" of Oakwood Village It's the end of an era (but also the start of a new chapter) for Soul Provisions as the Vaughan Road storefront will be shutting its doors as of Sunday with no word quite yet on when or where the replacement location will be opening was "beyond [her] wildest expectations," but it's also meant that the business is rapidly outgrowing the cozy corner shop it was born from "We came to the end of our five-year lease and I just realized that we'd maxxed out on what we can accomplish in this space," Sara shares Sara and the Soul Provisions team made the decision not to renew the lease and to begin searching for a new home for the business "With our empathy program and paying all of our staff a living wage the business is basically a break even venture," Sara tells blogTO the journey towards finding a new home for Soul Provisions has been equal parts exciting and frustrating as the search for the perfect space continues to drag on even a year after the decision to move was made "I was hoping it was going to be very smooth and we'd just close down here and open in our new location," Sara tells blogTO but the reality of the situation has proved to be anything but "We've been outbid on probably five buildings," she says needing financing and building inspections the properties have frequently been scooped up by developers and investors with more spare cash on their hands and no need to inspect the buildings when they merely plan to knock them down and build anew "We're operating something very special," Sara tells blogTO "and it takes a lot to find the right place." Soul Provisions finds themselves without a home — but that's not going to keep them from providing their much-loved soups to the community in the interim Sara says that the business is already planning a number of pop-ups while the search continues partnering with other local businesses in Oakwood Village to offer soups that they'll be making from a remote commercial kitchen in the interim They've also altered some of their recipes to freeze better so that fans of the business can stock up well in advance For those who want an extra dose of Soul Provisions before their hiatus you can stop by during their regular business hours to stock up on the last batches of all your favourite soups and 'sicles "We're here to delight," Sara says, "that's why we exist." Soul Provisions is currently located at 571 Vaughan Road. You can keep up to date on the latest Soul Provisions news by visiting their Instagram or subscribing to their email newsletters. 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Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications envision a 39-storey tower reaching a height of 134.35m The development team propose 423 residential units including full replacement of the existing 8 rental units onsite A four-storey podium would step down to a single-storey next to the Toronto Public Library to the west The design’s Gross Floor Area of approximately 26,140m² achieves a Floor Space Index of 12.5 across the site There would be 321m² of space at street level fronting Eglinton Avenue that would be split between retail and community uses The developers also propose to convey outdoor community space to the City as part of an in-kind Community Benefits Charge (CBC) contribution These spaces would be located in the northwest portion of the ground floor with their potential programming to be determined by the City Indoor amenities totalling 868m² would be distributed across the first complemented by 826m² of outdoor amenities atop the podium and adjacent to the indoor amenities indicating slightly longer than preferable wait times for residents Three levels of underground garage would accommodate 83 spaces for residents and 7 for visitors 481 bicycle parking spots would include 381 long-term and 85 short-term spaces for residents The design incorporates a rear east-west laneway that initially maintains private driveway access from Eglinton Avenue Future plans envision a driveway extending from the laneway closing off direct access from Eglinton Avenue and expanding the landscaped open spaces Ground floor plan with ultimate shared driveway condition The site is 225m east and 230m west of the upcoming Fairbank and Oakwood stations and is within both of their Protected Major Transit Station Areas (PMTSA) The site is served by bus routes along Dufferin Street and Eglinton Avenue West it is located near bicycle lanes along Vaughan Road and is a short ride south to the Jimmy Wisdom Way entrance of the Beltline Trail linking to one of Toronto's multi-use 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The incident occurred at around 10:40 a.m. in the area of Vaughan Road and Arlington Avenue, near St. Clair Avenue West. Police say the woman and child have been transported to hospital for treatment. Injuries are believed to be serious but non-life-threatening. The driver of the vehicle involved remained at the scene, police said. Vaughan Road is closed from Arlington Avenue to Rushton Road for the police investigation. A store in Toronto that's been described by members of the community as being like a real-life version of "Kim's Convenience" — aside from the actual Kim's Convenience of course — is shutting down for good allegedly due to the high rent prices in the area For years, Oakwood Village gem Yip's Fruit Market has stood proud at the corner of Oakwood and Holland Park Avenue offering the community everything from flowers and plants to fresh produce bread and other grocery items with an unwavering smile family-driven shop has been a go-to spot to stock up on fresh and affordable produce for neighbourhood residents as well as a frequent haunt for students of the nearby Rawlinson Community School stopping by for a sweet treat after class A community staple famed in equal measures for its affordable prices and wide selection of goods and its kind and friendly staff Yip's is the epitome of a neighbourhood fixture — but its tenure will soon be coming to an end According to a post in an Oakwood Village community Facebook page the store is due to close for good at the end of November A post made in a neighbourhood Facebook group announces the closure "The owners cite very high rents in the area as the reason for leaving," the original poster writes adding that the shop was a "great go-t0 for fresh produce" that "will be missed." The owners of Yip's Fruit Market declined to provide any further details surrounding the closure to blogTO but the members of the community Facebook group were quick to flood the comment section of the post with their own bits and pieces of information broken up by an outpouring of love and support for the store and its employees Comments on the post voice sadness and support "I never thought I'd get so attached to a convenience store but they always seemed to have what I needed," one community member writes "[As] close as they come to a 'Kim's Convenience' of our neighbourhood," the original poster replies Other commenters bemoan the potential of the prime piece of corner real estate formerly occupied by Yip's Fruit Market becoming an overpriced restaurant, a cannabis dispensary or — perhaps worst of all — another Tim Horton's location If the loss of Yip's Fruit Market has you scrambling to find a new go-to for fresh and affordable produce, not to fear — the city still has no shortage of great fruit and vegetable markets to explore if you know where to look Yip's Fruit Market was formerly located at 340 Holland Park Avenue Phil R We apologize, but this video has failed to load.Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.Play VideoArticle contentThese are the worst 25 criminals and suspected criminals still at large in Canada Accused killers and psychopaths allegedly peddling misery The Montreal press conference had a decidedly French flavour but fear not the suspected killers from the GTA still dominated 30 of the 70 people featured by the BOLO program on Canada’s Most Wanted list have been arrested and it is national in scope “We all have a role to play in public safety,” BOLO boss Maxim Langlois told reporters “When you call police [on one of the BOLO fugitives] the cases are all ready to go to court They are just looking for the suspect’s location.” Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc The next issue of Your Midday Sun will soon be in your inbox Interested in more newsletters? 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Leading the hit parade in the GTA is 28-year-old Adrian Walker double shooting in Oakwood Village that left Trevor John Dalton Also charged with first-degree murder is Kemyan Franklyn Providing some Tdot girl power is Katherine Bergeron-Pinzarrone The Mississauga resident is wanted by York Regional Police for second-degree murder in the stabbing death of a 16-year-old Montreal boy in August But the most wanted suspects are two men accused of being central players in a renewed Quebec drug war and BOLO is offering a $250,000 reward in both cases suspected kingpin of Quebec’s Blood Family Mafia Turmel is wanted for substance trafficking and assault with a weapon by cops in Quebec City “Dave Turmel and BFM are willing to do anything to take control of drug trafficking not only in Quebec City but throughout eastern Quebec,” Quebec City Police Service Chief Denis Turcotte said Runner-up is alleged drug trafficker All Boivin “The timing of this Bolo Top 25 Update is very appropriate for Quebec’s police services because the new list prominently features two individuals who have been at the centre of recent violent events in our province: Dave Turmel and All Boivin,” SQ Chief Johanne Beausoleil alleged “We are noticing a shift in Quebec’s organized crime marked by conflict and violent incidents to gain control of drug trade territories Such violence is not tolerated in Quebec.” He is described as a “very dangerous criminal.” He had been on trial for first-degree murder at the time he went on the lam Also repping Toronto on the all-star roster of rogues is Phillip Grant He is wanted for second-degree murder in the Jan double shooting of two Mississauga men — 24-year-old Minyali Wur and 20-year-old Chudier Reat — at an Etobicoke business plaza Cops believe he is hiding in the GTA but Grant allegedly surfaced for a weekend shootout in Windsor last summer Rounding out the rounder’s who’s who from the Toronto area are: gunfire shattered the festive spirit at La Liga sports complex in North York Toronto cops believe Cuxum was displeased at the turn of events on the soccer pitch allegedly pulled out a gun and fired several times Father of two Edwin Farley Alvarado Quintero is wanted for first-degree murder in the Dec She was murdered while working inside the kiosk at a Petro-Canada at Britannia and Creditview Rds FIREARMS SMUGGLING 411: Kamar Cunningham was arrested in June 2018 for his involvement in a criminal organization that trafficked firearms over the U.S He was convicted in 2020 on a slew of firearms-related charges is wanted for first-degree murder in the July 25 The brazen daylight shooting occurred in Regent Park is also wanted in the brutal slaying of Mohamed Ahmed officers responded to a shooting near Sheppard Ave Kiarash Parzham is believed to have pulled the trigger He was convicted of drug and firearm charges in 2017 officers responded to a Regent Park shooting Jabreel Elmi is wanted by Toronto Police on nationwide warrants for first-degree murder and two counts of attempted murder bhunter@postmedia.com VideoMan seriously injured in stabbing in Toronto’s Oakwood Village neighbourhoodPolice and paramedics were called to St. Clair and Glenholme Avenue around 1:10am Thursday morning. The man in his 30s was found with stab wounds and was rushed to hospital with serious, but non life threatening injuries. Toronto police have made one arrest and are searching for another individual in the shooting death of a 31-year-old father described as a gentle giant and a humble and easy-going man by community members Investigators say they were called to Winona Drive Police say the pair were standing outside an apartment building when a vehicle pulled up The woman suffered non-life-threatening injuries, while the man was pronounced dead in hospital. He was identified as Trevor Dalton-John a nightclub bouncer who ran his own security company in Toronto and was a father to two boys Police have arrested 20-year-old Kemyan Franklyn of Toronto and charged him with first-degree murder and attempted murder An arrest warrant has been issued for 28-year-old Adrian Vincent Walker of Toronto who is wanted for first-degree murder and attempted murder This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page It is with love and sorrow that we announce the passing of Doris Teschner She passed away peacefully at Oakwood Village University Woods WI surrounded by the love of her family and friends nearby Doris was the daughter of Ezekiel and Ida (Mathews) Graves In Doris’s early childhood they moved to Chicago where she was raised lifelong caregiver who devoted her career to restoring health and improving the lives of older adults She graduated as a Registered Nurse from Ravenswood Hospital in Chicago IL and later became a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator she approached her mission with unwavering strength and resilience making a lasting impact on the lives of many along with her hobbies of collecting stamps were just a few of the things that filled her life with joy She also had a special fondness for vanilla ice cream and loved to spend time playing cards and bingo she especially cherished the sight of a Cardinal and Susan Teschner Way (David); nine grandchildren and Kati (Trent); and five great-grandchildren Doris will be deeply missed by all who knew her and dedication lives on through her family and she will forever be remembered in their hearts The family will together celebrate her life privately at a later date. To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com Ryan Funeral Home & Cremation Services The family will together celebrate her life privately at a later date. To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com Nicaroma Cafe combines traditional Nicaraguan cuisine with Italian-style sweets and desserts along with a selection of South American snacks Co-owners Yonder Aburto and Rebecca Alberico drew upon their cultural backgrounds as well as their knowledge of the Toronto food scene to create a menu that is both unique and appealing Rebecca describes the cafe as "a bit of a fusion," noting that Italian food has a strong presence in the city Yonder adds that he and his partner started the business in order to show Toronto what it was missing which has already become a hub for the area's Central and South American community colourful space filled with homey touches.A large mural covers the northern wall the painting depicts various aspects of Nicaraguan culture Nicaroma Cafe brews all of its coffee with ethical sourced beans Many other menu items make use of imported ingredients.The Don Beto House Roast ($2.80/small Though coffee aficionados will be able to appreciate its rich flavour casual drinkers may want to use milk or cream to cut the bitterness.The Coco Loco Mocha ($5.50) is a warm chocolate and the cafe's signature espresso.The humble Latte ($4.80/medium $5/large) also makes use of Nicaroma's espresso mix though it combines it with milk for a smoother more balanced flavour.The Refresco de Jamaica ($3.50) is a sweet and sour beverage that's perfect for summer Its deep red colour comes from dried hibiscus flowers and contrasts beautifully with the lime slices used to garnish the drink.The Refresco de Cacao ($7) is somewhat similar to chocolate milk cinnamon-infused aftertaste.The Nacatamal ($12) is a type of pork tamale potatoes and onions and served on a plantain leaf this dish is meant to evoke a typical Nicaraguan breakfast.Picos ($3.50) are triangular pastries filled with cheese The main difference between the two is a hint of cinnamon which gives them a slightly sweeter flavour.Pastel de pina ($3.50) is a type of sweet pastry stuffed with pineapple jam.Pastel de pollo ($3.85) is its savoury counterpart These pastries trade sugary fillings for meat and vegetables For those looking for a middle ground between the sweet and savoury pastries This Nicaraguan specialty is a dense corn cake with a soft Though milder than many of the other snacks it serves as a palate cleanser for the cafe's strong coffee Tiramisu ($10) is made in-house by Rebecca with traditional ingredients: ladyfingers mascarpone and a heaping helping of cocoa.Tres Leches ($8.50) is a relatively new addition to Nicaroma's menu This classic dessert comes topped with whipped cream and maraschino cherries which enhance the sweetness of the milk-soaked sponge cake.Whether you're looking to reconnect with your heritage or simply trying to expand your palate Nicaroma Cafe might be the place to be.Nicaroma Cafe is located at 357 Oakwood Avenue Madison - June Kleinheinz passed away on December 7 1936 to Carson and Dorothy (Markley) Harris She graduated first in her class from Bagley High School and soon after moved to Madison where she worked for the State of Wisconsin Department of Agriculture It was in Madison where she met her future husband June and Richard Kleinheinz were married in 1955 and enjoyed 62 years of marriage until his passing in 2018 June was very active in her children’s lives She was involved in school activities and spent time volunteering in scouting activities (Debra’s Barbies were the best dressed in the neighborhood) She had a talent for oil painting that was only discovered once she moved to Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge She and her husband enjoyed their camper and traveled in various places in the US She was employed by the Wisconsin Telephone Company in 1970 and worked there 10 years She was a regular blood donor and volunteered at the Bashford United Methodist Food Bank for many years Most recently she was a member of Spring Prairie Lutheran Church her son Richard (Judy) Kleinheinz of Wellington sister Joy Levins and brother James Harris She was also preceded in death by several furry friends that all got excellent care from their human mom The family is grateful for the excellent care she received during her two-year residence in Memory Care at Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge and the wonderful end of life care from Agrace Hospice A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. with a lunch following at Spring Prairie Lutheran Church may we suggest either Agrace Hospice or Spring Prairie Lutheran Church To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com at his home in Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge in Madison to Leslie and Lois (Ross) Downs After graduating from Madison West High School he studied medicine at UW-Madison After a stint in the Navy at Camp Pendleton Dave returned to Wisconsin and took up family practice in Dodgeville Dave was active with the Wisconsin Woodland Owners Association the Iowa County Scenic Sounds Barbershop Chorus Dave & Bonnie’s great joys included tree farming and travel the rechristened “Bonnie In Clyde” was converted into timber and friends eventually planting ~ 330,000 trees Dave & Bonnie moved to Oakwood Village East in 2015 and dove into community life Dave educated and entertained many with his contributions to the community newsletter He was often known to ride up to his neighbors Dave always seemed to have a book in his hand; his hobbies included poetry and he was practically unbeatable in any word or logic game Dave provided his family with the following I was deeply grateful for the opportunity to enjoy the end years of life at Oakwood Village and with the feelings of security and fellowship available there I enjoyed entertaining Oakwood neighbors with stories (mostly true) their 4 children: Steve (Bonnie) Downs of Richland Center Dave was preceded in death by his parents and his sister The victim has been identified by police as Trevor Dalton John from Toronto and charged him with first-degree murder and attempted murder Toronto police say they have arrested one man and are looking for another in connection with a fatal shooting in Oakwood Village earlier this month On May 7, at around 1:09 a.m., police were called to the area of Winona Drive and Vaughan Road for a shooting Police say they located two victims at the scene Both were transported to hospital with the woman suffering non-life-threatening injuries and the man with life-threatening injuries He later died in hospital and has been identified by police as Trevor Dalton John Police are searching for Adrian Vincent Walker also from Toronto who is wanted for first-degree murder and attempted murder and his son’s mother to a vehicle parked outside their low-rise apartment complex on Winona Drive said that “no parent should bury their child but what I’m getting peace and comfort in is the outpour from the neighbours.” described Trevor Dalton John as a friendly and “nice guy.” Powell said that he was awoke by loud explosions he opted to stay inside until things had calmed down “This brought the violence too close to home,” Powell said and a woman was injured following an overnight shooting in Toronto’s Oakwood Village neighbourhood Toronto police were called to Winona Drive Homicide detectives tell CityNews that a man and a woman were standing outside an apartment building when a vehicle pulled up and either one or multiple suspects opened fire A man in his 30s was rushed to a hospital and later pronounced dead “The suspect or suspects approached [the victims] in a vehicle We are canvassing the area for video to get a better description,” said Const Toronto1 person in critical condition, another seriously injured after fire at home in Toronto’s west endBy Codi WilsonOpens in new windowPublished: January 31, 2025 at 6:34AM EST A fire at a home near Toronto’s St. Clair West Village neighbourhood has left two people with serious, possibly life-threatening injuries. The fire broke out at a home in the area of Oakwood Avenue and St. Clair Avenue West at around 9:45 p.m. A spokesperson for the Toronto Fire Service told CP24 that crews arrived to find heavy smoke and flame at the residence. One person was rescued from the home, the spokesperson said, while others escaped on their own. Paramedics said one person sustained life-threatening injuries and was rushed to hospital via emergency run. A second person was also transported to hospital for serious, possibly life-threatening injuries. The cause of the fire is still under investigation and crews remain on scene conducting fire watch. Grieving friends built a memorial for their neighbour who was killed outside a house on Winona Drive early Tuesday morning Trevor Dalton John was fatally shot this week Trevor John told the Star he never had an inkling of concern about any looming threat that his namesake and oldest child might have been facing in the days leading up to Tuesday As speculation swirls about the shooting death of his oldest child a Toronto father has been left grappling with more questions than answers Trevor John told the Star he never had an inkling of concern about any looming threat that his namesake That’s when a vehicle pulled up and a shooter fired a barrage of bullets at the 31-year-old father of two moments after he had left his Oakwood Village apartment complex around 1 a.m The security company owner collapsed just steps from where he was shot younger brother and his son’s mother to a vehicle parked outside the low-rise apartment complex on Winona Drive John said he’s in the dark about what led to his son’s shooting “That’s why it’s so difficult to understand,” he said he was very gentle.” he said of his son John added he’s now putting his trust in investigators to find those responsible for the shooting John said unfortunately speculation is often rife in the aftermath of a homicide and the community is left wondering if the victim was involved in any nefarious activity or was caught up in conflict “He just came downstairs to put his younger brother in his friend’s car “These people drove by and slowed down “I don’t want to jump to any conclusions,” he said Trevor Dalton John was one of two shooting victims found near Winona Drive and Vaughan Road around 1 a.m. An unknown number of suspects fled in a vehicle Investigators wouldn’t say much else when reached for an update Friday His father told the Star that he made the trek from his Toronto home to Sunnybrook Hospital where he was given the news that his son was dead The female victim was released from hospital with minor injuries Trevor John said he’s taken great pride in hearing a flood of anecdotes from his son’s Winona Drive neighbours about his many acts of kindness Those stories mirrored what the Star heard from residents at the scene this week but what I’m getting peace and comfort in is the outpour from the neighbours,” Trevor John said Trevor Dalton John was the father of two sons He operated a security firm that provided a variety of crowd control services to numerous clients His father said his son shared his love for sports cars Trevor John said the list of must-haves include steelpan musicians to mark his son’s love for playing the musical instrument that originated in his father’s native Trinidad and Tobago and he was more Trini than me,” Trevor John said Erroll Powell said a white car linked to the victims was parked right behind his when gunshots erupted outside the complex Powell described Trevor Dalton John as friendly and a “nice guy.” said he was woken up by a barrage of loud explosions decided not to venture outside until there was calm “This brought the violence too close to home,” Powell said he said police had swarmed the area and the victims had already been taken to hospital where police had put down more than two dozen crime scene markers Via a Go FundMe campaign the family has been raising funds to cover funeral expense and create an education found for his children A candlelight vigil is scheduled for Friday at 7 p.m. of Toronto died of injuries after a shooting on Tuesday Toronto police have identified the victim of a fatal shooting in Oakwood Village on Tuesday Around 1:09 a.m., police received calls about a shooting in the Winona Drive and Vaughan Road area The woman survived but the man died in hospital of his injuries Toronto police have identified him as Trevor John described John as a friendly and “nice guy.” Powell said that he was awoken by a barrage of loud explosions he decided not go outside until the situation had calmed down Amai Kuda et Les Bois - Press Photo - Oshun - by Samuel Engelking Uploaded external by: Osborne A tour of Oakwood Village: From Caribbean Queen Jerk to the Roseneath Parkette Music can be a lot of things: entertaining, soothing, inspiring. And, according to singer Amai Kuda Yemoja Ile, it can also be an act of resistance. She heads up Amai Kuda et Les Bois, an Afro-soul group (or she has toured four continents and opened for vaunted Canadian acts like Sarah Slean and Joel Plaskett Her gourp also recently reached one million streams on Spotify is fitting for someone so fired up about changing the world for the better “‘EmUrgency!’ addresses issues such as colonization environmental protection and reclaiming African spirituality,” Ile says of the collection of prayer songs Building Black community is important to Ile she’s been helping to raise funds for Sankofa Maroon Village Canada’s first intentional Black community on a 14-acre property in the Owen Sound area Members have the option of full-time residence or part-time access for retreats and drop-in programs like nature-based meditation and gardening workshops “Discrimination and the resultant economic consequences mean more Black folks also suffer from mental health illnesses and we wait two times as long for care,” she says it is vital that we create more spaces that are healing affirming and sustaining for people of African descent from Toronto.” Ile’s own neighbourhood has a strong Black community “The fact that there are a lot of people of African descent means that the energy is particularly vibrant,” she says It’s a neighbourhood made up of very diverse people simply living their lives without pretensions and that makes it both interesting and beautiful.” Want to experience the lovely vibes of Oakwood Village Ile shares a stroll through the neighbourhood and its surroundings or anyone looking to learn a little more about the area’s history “I start here because you’ll find a commemorative sign in the pavement for Garrison Creek on this corner I think that honouring water is a good way to start things and it’s also an acknowledgement of buried histories be they the Indigenous histories forgotten by so many who now call the area home or the stories of formerly enslaved Africans who also found refuge here There’s also a little Amai Kuda et Les Bois history here as many years ago we used to busk on this corner and it’s still a hot spot for buskers or under-housed folks to generate some revenue.” “Head north through the parking lot and you’ll find yourself in a tucked-away little playground and green space called Roseneath Parkette that boasts very cool bowl swings and a great climbing structure It’s a fun place to take the kids or to give a little room to your own inner child to play.” you might want to head north about three blocks and stop by Caribbean Queen Jerk for a bite to eat This eatery is completely unpretentious and authentic in its presentation and cuisine and one of my personal favourite Caribbean dishes “While you’re on the same stretch of Oakwood and he highly recommends this one as a place where young folks can enjoy books without the pressure to be silent all the time because many of the local kids will hang out here and there are a lot of great programs so you might be able to catch one if you time your tour well Take note of the lovely artistic door handles as you enter and exit I was on a committee that helped select these which speaks to the great work being done to include all community voices in creating the space.” “Walk north again to Jesmond Avenue and you’ll find yourself outside the Oakwood Baptist Church which is said to have been a terminal on the underground railroad This area has been a place of refuge and community-building for African-descended folks for a long time.” “Now head east along Jesmond to Vaughan Road You’ll pass the north section of Robina Avenue It is said that three local streets — Robina Avenue Winona Street and Alberta Avenue — are named after the three daughters of a Black man named Mr Coates who owned some land in the area in the 1800s Walk southeast on Vaughan to Arlington Avenue where you’ll head north again to enter Cedarvale Park This is the most significant green space in this part of Toronto and it’s a beautiful place to walk this park was not turned into an expressway There’s a creek that runs through this land as well so you will have come full circle from buried waterways to living ones.” Toronto’s latest homicide victim has been identified as community members describe the 31-year-old father as a gentle giant and a humble and easy-going man Toronto police were called to Winona Drive, near Oakwood Avenue and Vaughan Road, after gunfire rang out at around 1 a.m. on Tuesday Investigators said a man and a woman were standing outside an apartment building when a vehicle pulled up The woman suffered non-life-threatening injuries while the man was pronounced dead in hospital police identified him as 31-year-old Trevor Dalton-John of Toronto Authorities are hoping to speak with witnesses or anyone who may have been driving in the area at the time with dash-camera footage Many residents were jolted out of bed by the barrage of bullets with some telling CityNews that up to a dozen shots were fired at around 1 a.m with one witness telling CityNews that some were screaming and taking cover behind parked cars CityNews confirmed that Dalton-John was a nightclub bouncer and ran his own security company in Toronto while being a father to a 12-year-old boy Those who knew the victim described Dalton-John as a caring and kind man “I just can’t get to terms with it I don’t know what reason,” said one man CityNews spoke with in the aftermath of the fatal shooting always very polite,” said another community member A woman who lives in the apartment building tells CityNews that she still can’t understand what happened and why Dalton-John was seemingly targeted This area has a lot of kids,” she said Anyone could have been in the crossfire with this.” A restaurant started from the kitchen of its owner before expanding to a separate space is bringing the tastes of Grenada to Oakwood Village Earla Mark began cooking from home and selling it Mark decided to open up Earla’s Kitchen in the fall of 2022 bringing in locals and customers from as far as Oshawa “It’s great and it’s growing and continues to grow People from every walk of life come in to try my food,” shared Mark Mark is originally from Grenada and said that food has always been a part of her life My mom was a stay-at-home mom and that no one could ever stop by my door in Grenada and not get fed,” she explained Mark initially wanted to become a police officer but decided on a different career path instead and coming together is always a good thing,” said Mark “When we look back from Grenada to here people come here and they meet people they haven’t seen in a while and that gives that sense of community and community to start her business and hopes her leap of faith will inspire other women looking to start a business “Starting a restaurant is something I’ve always thinking about I thought I’m not going to do this anymore but getting the opportunity to actually have the space and doing what I love to do,” said Mark “I would advise anyone whether it’s cooking or anything – whatever your calling February 7 is Grenadian independence day and Mark will be hosting an event that will provide authentic food just one of the many things connecting the Oakwood community to her Grenadian heritage NOW: A total redo transformed the main floor into a bright open space with white oak flooring offset by black cabinetry and white tiles THEN: The century-old house was well-maintained but needed updating to suit the young family The family’s finished basement includes polished concrete floors with radiant heating and a play space for the kids dining an kitchen areas are now one big open space with a walkout to the deep back yard grow after a makeover that ‘utilized every nook and cranny’ They’re a fun-loving, hard-working dynamic duo who make their living helping others buy, sell, stage and renovate homes. So when it came time to redo their own place, well, “renos don’t scare us,” says Amir Shahi, half of the Amir + Aleks Realty Team “We knew exactly what we wanted to do,” adds the team’s other half three years after buying their century-old brick house in the highly walkable Oakwood Village neighbourhood With front pad parking and a laneway garage on a 160-foot-deep lot But it needed to be updated and modernized A top-to-bottom makeover took the two-storey house from dark and closed off Shahi describes it as “modern Scandi minimalist” where “white oak meets black-and-white finishes.” “we’ve really utilized every nook and cranny to its full potential,” says Oleksak it was just them and their now 11-year-old dog main-floor space that connects the kitchen the basement was opened up to provide an additional 650 square feet with a polished concrete playroom and comfy seating area “to chill out,” the spacious yet cosy basement became Oleksak’s favourite place in the winter “but that only lasted two months” until their first child arrived “Now it’s just a giant play gym down there,” he laughs but adds that the updated mechanical room and new tankless heating system is “super sexy.” the icing on the redo cake was a transformation of the chaotic new kitchen where “cabinets were exploding with stuff and overflowing onto the counter.” The excess included multiple packages of paprika “and I don’t even cook with paprika,” observes a puzzled Shahi The avid cooks hired professional organizers from NEAT Method Toronto adding baskets and other storage containers to keep everything in order An appliance “garage” stores small kitchen equipment close at hand but out of sight For the busy parents — sales reps for Sage Real Estate Ltd. — their efficient well-organized kitchen is “that much more enjoyable,” says Oleksak After almost 10 years living in the home — the longest stretch in one place for either of them — they fully appreciate their living space and the milestones they’ve reached there “You function as a family and build memories.” Getting engaged was one such unforgettable event chocolates and tea lights that spelled out “Will you marry me?” on the dining room table As their household grew to a family of four-plus-pooch “We’re really happy with it,” Oleksak says with a nod to their “amazing contractor who did this transformation,” Jason Lupo of LUCON General Contracting Inc.) Size: about 2,100 square feet including finished basement Your account has been registered, and you are now logged in. Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password. An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the email address listed on your account. Reggae Lane, in the neighbourhood of Oakwood Village, a space filled with vibrant art celebrating Little Jamaica’s heritage and and Toronto’s reggae roots, is one of the many areas in Toronto that has seen an increase in people experiencing homelessness since the COVID-19 pandemic began. But the community has provided an example of what can happen when neighbours come together to find solutions. “To be honest, the energy in this place is terrible,” said Quilnous James, one of the residents. “Because of the people, there is [smoking], and people don’t feel safe to come around … People are scared.” Recent data from the City of Toronto shows that between 700 and 800 new people are identified as experiencing homelessness each month, and the number of peope moved to permnent housing is far fewer, meaning more Torontonians are out in the cold. Nearby residents of Reggae Lane say they have noticed more litter in the laneway and people they don’t know on their properties. “We would come out to our backyard and find people had used our backyard as a toilet,” said resident Morgan Miya. “And so I started calling around. I called everywhere I could think of.” Miya eventually got in touch with Councillor Josh Matlow’s office who represents the area. “Reggae Lane was named to celebrate this community and the story of this community,” Matlow said. “The murals are here to celebrate those stories, but the laneway itself needs a lot of tender loving care.” The City of Toronto partnered with local community agencies, such as the Business Improvement Area and the Metropolitan Action Committee, to clear the garbage and installed taller fences last year. It also plans to add sharp bins for hazardous materials. “The activity has slowed down from my observations as far as coming on to private property,” said Miya. The city is taking preventative measures too, by beautifying the space with more murals and extending CafeTO, the outdoor dining program, into Reggae Lane. But while Miya said some of her neighbours want the area cleared of those who are unhoused and staying in Reggae Lane, others want to see better support for them. “We have these safety audit walks or online meetings and they’re generally people who are directly affected,” said Mitra. “My approach is a successful, thriving community includes everybody and that’s not always the popular opinion.” These residents say they believe the issue is access to affordable housing, which has been caused in part by gentrification. “Affordable housing is the number one issue. We want to not just revitalize the businesses along Eglinton, but we want to save the affordability of this community for the folks who live here,” said Chair of Oakwood-Vaughan Community Organization Bill Worrell. “I guess we call ourselves a YIMBY community.” Worrell also advocates for a “right to remain” policy, which requires developers to find places for people to live. Matlow agrees that long-term systemic changes are needed. “The real way to solve the homelessness crisis is to ensure that people have access to homes. There also are people who need access to mental health care and addiction support,” explained Matlow. “So when the city goes and forcibly clears an encampment in a park, those people don’t just disappear. Many of them will end up in lanes like Reggae Lane.” A post shared by THE GREEN LINE (@thegreenlineto) Infill-development plans continue to intensify in Toronto’s Oakwood Village neighbourhood with another proposal for a high-rise residential tower on Northcliffe Boulevard Stanford Homes is behind a new development application to erect a 36-storey residential tower on the lands encompassing 632-652 Northcliffe Boulevard, just south of Vaughan Road, and not far from where Toronto could soon see an iconic flatiron building rise The high-rise, designed by award-winning architecture firm Superkül features an articulated tower rising above a five-storey modernist podium the angular building would contain 427 residential units These rentals are meant to replace the rental housing stock that would be lost with the demolition of the 10 low-rise homes occupying the site which is a stone’s throw from the Eglinton Crosstown LRT’s future Fairbank Station A third of the units have two or three bedrooms (96 and 47, respectively), with the remaining 294 accounting for one-bedroom suites. The proposal exceeds city guidelines which suggest that 25% of the units in new residential developments should have at least two bedrooms READ: Long-Awaited Density Comes to Leaside with Tower Trio Proposal Among the building’s family-friendly residences are five townhouse units “The Proposed Development will contribute to the housing stock by providing for a large proportion of new family sized apartment units,” notes the planning rationale included with the submission to the city Two levels of underground parking would store 105 parking spaces while the building offers 438 spots for bicycles This proposal isn’t the first for Northcliffe from Stanford Homes The homebuilder is also planning a 15-storey 159-unit tower north of Vaughan Road at 645-655 Northcliffe The planning rationale for the latest proposal goes on to offer several reasons why the tower’s scale is appropriate for the growing west-end neighbourhood the proposal applies to an area that is already designated as an Apartment Neighbourhood under the city’s Official Plan There are also more than 10 towers either proposed or approved nearby and local amenities can support more housing “The Subject Site is located in an area that is well-served by transit including several parks and schools within walking distance,” reads the planning rationale “These are conducive conditions for compact yet family-friendly development.” had a role on the Hulu network original series based on Margaret Atwood’s novel of the same name included the Oakwood Village library on her list of 5 Things I love about Oakwood Village Based on the author’s interpretations and judgments of facts and the information within may be out of date based on Margaret Atwood's novel of the same name People: People still nod and say hello whether they know you or not Food: You can eat internationally in any direction you walk You can also find at least 13 kinds of jerk chicken and at least two of those Artists: The great number of professional artists who live in this neighbourhood might only be surpassed by the number of churches that exist in this neighbourhood.. Business owners who have really upped the playing field: Oakwood Espresso’s barista extraordinaire Tony Cavaliere Oakwood Hardware’s “Chopped” chef Ana Sorrenti and Junior Sweets’ ice cream pusher Claude Fearon Progress continues on the Eglinton Crosstown LRT project The 19km route will make commutes up to 60 per cent faster than before the Crosstown LRT will connect to 54 bus routes Oakwood is an underground station on the western side of the project’s route at Oakwood Avenue and Eglinton Avenue West The station is unique because it’s the only station located directly at a T-intersection making it visible to people traveling northbound on Oakwood Avenue Check out this behind the scenes video for an inside look at the station The Main Entrance of Oakwood Station features a window art display created by Ontario artist Nicholas Pye it not only recalls points of intersection on a transit map but also speaks to the diverse and rich cultural mosaic that defines the character of Oakwood Village Keep an eye on this channel, as well as the Metrolinx and Eglinton Crosstown LRT project social media channels for regular progress posts That includes behind the scenes looks at stations and before and after photos of the project by Scott Money Metrolinx editorial content manager Using LiDAR technology to scan beneath the surface of work sites Guideline enhanced following engagement with Indigenous communities Building a career in ecology – and transit We’ll help you find your way to YYZ from downtown Toronto Personal information is collected under the authority of the Metrolinx Act Personal information you provide will be used add you to an e-mail list that may send promotional messages or otherwise provide you with a personalized experience which can only mean one thing — it's almost time to dress your child up for trick-or-treating According to information from each individual city and township listed below these are the dates and times for trick-or-treating across the area: If your city is missing from this list, email courtney.shaw@wews.com with the information the tower would deliver 437 new units to an area where development at this scale is only growing more common.  Southwest facing view of proposed design for the development from Stanford Homes Currently occupying the site are nine single family homes The site enjoys a total area of 2,655m² with a 61m frontage along Northcliffe Boulevard and maintains an irregular shape due to the southeast-angled aspect of the northern lotline Two school grounds abut the west side of the property the existing buildings that aren’t single family homes are generally tower-in-the-park style reaching heights of 17 storeys at most.  Map view of the site and the immediate surroundings The site falls within an area under the designation of Apartment Neighbourhood on the City’s Official Plan (OP) making the approval process one step easier but will also soon benefit from a Major Transit Station Area designation upon the completion of the Eglinton Line 5 in 2023 with Fairbank Station located roughly 300m away at the corner of Dufferin Street and Eglinton Avenue a number of proposals ranging in height have come forward in the immediate area in response to the promise of the LRT; the tallest proposes 41 storeys The design of the project comprises a 5-storey base building and a 31-storey tower to create the complete 36-storey development with a total height of about 121m and a gross floor area (GFA) of 29,089m² The massing of the proposal mimics the shape of the site incorporating the angled lot line into the built form of the base building and the tower alike and maximizing the developable area of the site through a design-oriented approach.  Worm's-eye-view of the massing of the proposed design the tower emerges with a contrasting colour profile that features bone-coloured brick but the two masses are visually differentiated more notably through a series of distinct sawtooth-shaped protrusions running vertically up the tower the triangular volumes create balcony space at each level and feature a privacy screen on one side that adds another layer of visual interest to the building’s form The sawtooth motif is also made more prominent by the chamfered corners that are seen at the design’s southwest and southeast corners Detailed view of massing of the tower's balconies The proposal would offer a total of 1,896m² of amenity space found in two different locations in the development residents would enjoy an indoor amenity floor that connects to a wrap-around terrace offering a substantial 840m² outdoor amenity area an additional indoor amenity area occupying the northern corner of the floor is accessed directly from the lobby while a smaller amenity room in the southwest corner provides access to more outdoor amenity space found wrapping around the non-street fronting greenspace at grade level.  Floor plan for the 6th floor amenity level 33% of the 437 total units were designed as 2 or 3-bedroom units in an effort to provide options for families Five units are proposed as townhouse style homes located at grade designed specifically with families in mind These units each feature a private entrance that is accessed through a patio space located along the Northcliffe Boulevard frontage The remaining 67% of units are listed and single-bedroom all units are accessed through the building’s main entrance on Northcliffe Boulevard 3 levels of garage provide a total of 98 vehicle parking spaces and 437 bicycle spaces.  View from Northcliffe Avenue facing west shows townhouse entrances next to main entrance that tracks projects from initial application A man is dead after a shooting early Sunday morning in Oakwood Village Toronto police received multiple reports a man had been shot near Vaughan Road and Glenora Road around 2:50 a.m He was rushed to hospital without vital signs He has been identified as Jermaine Gerard Skeete The Homicide Unit has taken over the investigation There’s no word yet on any suspects and investigators are asking anyone who witnessed the shooting to call police This is the city’s 19th homicide of 2019 Illinois to parents Fred and Florence (Kleina) Dittmer Donna graduated from Antioch High School in 1956 She married John Stewart Olson in September of 1961 and they lived on the family farm in Bristol She enjoyed her positions at North Shore Gas Company She loved traveling and was able to travel all around the world She always appreciated her various antiques and Cadillacs She loved spending time with her family and cherished making Christmas memories Greta Foor (Mark Cooperrider) and Jon Olson (Kelly Andersson); grandchildren Olivia Cooperrider (Kyle Lee); Emily (Dean) Raupp Jason Olson (Lilly Capozzi); and great grandson Lucas Raupp; brothers Richard “Dick” Dittmer and Jerald “Jerry” Dittmer; stepson Casey (Margaret) Olson; step grandchildren Chase Olson; she is further survived by various nieces and nephews A special thank you to the staff at Oakwood Village West for their care of Donna memorials can be made to Oakwood Village West A man in his 20s suffered serious but non-life threatening injuries following a shooting in Oakwood Village Wednesday evening Toronto police were called to a parking lot outside a beer store on Oakwood Avenue north of Vaughan Road just before 6 p.m Police say the victim was suffering from multiple was seen fleeing on foot southbound towards Vaughan Road He’s described as being between five-foot-eight and five-foot-10 with a skinny build and wearing a white hooded sweat top with black pants and carrying a blue bag Police would not say if this was a targeted shooting but their preliminary investigation indicates there may have been some sort of interaction between the two prior to the incident UPDATE: @TPSOperations is searching for a male that fled southbound on foot. @680NEWS @CityNews pic.twitter.com/hzeBQBjS8G — Ken Townsend (@KenTownsend) March 5, 2020 Despite having been diagnosed with testicular cancer twice Adam Armeland has participated in the annual Ride to Conquer Cancer participates in the annual Ride to Conquer Cancer Adam Armeland is uncomfortable with the title ‘cancer survivor.’ The impending father of two — his wife is due to give birth at the end of May — is in remission after his second bout of testicular cancer he did not have to endure what many others stricken with the disease must go through “I didn’t have to have chemotherapy or radiation,” he said after discovering a lump on his testicle in December of 2010 he went to a walk-in clinic at the University of Calgary where he was pursuing an MBA and law degree the doctor sent him for an urgent ultrasound the cancer never spread and Armeland required no further treatment He was in remission more than five years before a second diagnosis in late January of this year “Similar to my last experience it was a story of the medical system working fast and efficiently Within two weeks of being diagnosed I was in surgery at Toronto East General,” he said all of my tests have come back clear and everything is looking good again.” the day before he would have gone for his regular two-year screening this second bout of cancer would not have been detected by that screen It was discovered because Armeland knew what to look for ‘I’ve felt this before and I know what it is,’” he said “People think it’s a faux pas to talk about Testicular cancer typically afflicts men between the ages of 15 and 29 “Every time I talk to someone about it they’re surprised by how young the demographic is,” Armeland said ‘Why me?’ particularly after his second diagnosis Armeland is not a “bad news-get-me-down kind of guy.” He credits his mom for being the “ultimate example” of someone who looks for the silver lining That’s why the avid cyclist has been participating in the Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer benefitting Princess Margaret Cancer Centre since 2011 It’s an annual two-day cycling event covering more than 200 kilometres from Toronto to Niagara that takes place this year on June 9 and 10 “I have not met someone yet who hasn’t been affected by cancer,” Armeland said “Everyone knows someone because it is a disease that doesn’t discriminate.” He called the event “the most incredible experience.” “You get to know really interesting people from all walks of life; everyone is so friendly,” Armeland said the Ontario event has raised more than $176 million for cancer research across the province and has become the largest cycling fundraiser in Canadian history “ … These funds support Personalized Cancer Medicine education and new standards of care at the Princess Margaret across Ontario and around the world,” said Ramona Oss associate vice president of business development at the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation Armeland had raised more than $11,900 — well on his way to his $15,000 goal he is 18th overall in terms of fundraising “ … We are extremely grateful for The Ride’s invaluable community one that includes top fundraisers like Adam Armeland,” she said For details, visit http://www.conquercancer.ca/goto/AdamArmeland is a reporter with toronto.com and Metroland Media Toronto Toronto police said a man died following a shooting in Oakwood Village Police say the man was found without vital signs A man has died following a shooting in Oakwood Village identified as 34-year-old Jermaine Gerard Skeete of Toronto was found early Sunday morning without vital signs Police responded to the area around 2:49 a.m after receiving multiple calls indicating gunshots had been heard and a man had been shot Toronto paramedics conducted an emergency hospital run to a trauma centre Police are asking to speak specifically to anyone who may be able to shed light on Skeete’s activities in the day leading up to his death Anyone who has information is asked to call 416-808-7400 Latest news from Mole Valley District Council Oakwood Hill Village Hall is thrilled to announce the successful launch of their first free fitness class for the 60+ community saw twelve enthusiastic attendees participate in an engaging and enjoyable workout The success of this initial class sets the stage for a series of weekly fitness sessions aimed at promoting health and well-being among seniors These classes are specifically designed to be accessible and beneficial for individuals aged 60 and over ensuring a supportive environment for all participants The classes are part of Better’s Active Communities Programme which has been set up to engage Mole Valley’s residents in low cost and free physical activity sessions across the district The innovative programme provides popular exercise classes that are delivered by Better’s inspirational instructors and dropping them in to local and accessible community settings Seniors in the Oakwood Hill area are encouraged to take advantage of these free classes to stay active Liza’s dedication and passion played a crucial role in making the session a memorable experience for everyone involved Her expertise and enthusiasm have set a high standard for the upcoming classes promising an engaging and beneficial fitness journey for all attendees “We are delighted to see such a positive response to our first fitness class,” she comments “Our collaboration with Oakwood Hill Village Hall aims to provide valuable health and wellness opportunities for the local senior community and this successful launch marks the beginning of many more to come.” “The introduction of this class in Oakwood is a really positive first step in engaging an older age group in Mole Valley who might otherwise not be as comfortable attending a gym session or class or be able to easily travel to a session.  “Mole Valley District Council (MVDC) is working very closely with Better in developing their proactive Active Communities Programme to provide these opportunities across the district  It is important to Better and to MVDC that our residents have a variety of options to choose from to become active to support their physical and mental wellbeing.” Better is the customer facing brand of Charitable Social Enterprise GLL Leatherhead Leisure Centre and the new Active Communities Programme in direct partnership with MVDC Supporting local communities is an important part of their ethos For more information about the weekly fitness classes, which takes place on Tuesdays from 10.30am, and to join future sessions, please contact Dorking@gll.org Buy tickets for Mole Valley Community Lottery View our latest job vacancies Prosperity Environment Community Wellbeing