Voice Your Concerns on The Privatization of Our Healthcare

The government's Healthcare Bill, which makes way for privatization and out-of-pocket medical costs will be going to committee over the next few weeks. During the committee process, there will be an opportunity for community members and stakeholders to appear and present a deputation on this Bill and on the issue of our healthcare to government and opposition members. If you are interested, please visit here: https://www.ola.org/en/apply-committees?prvcachecommwf=1603744481518

The hearings will take place on the following dates:

• March 20th: 9:00 – 10:00 and 1:00 – 6:00
• March 21st: 9:00 – 10:00 and 3:00 – 6:00
• March 27th: 9:00 – 10:00 and 1:00 – 6:00

The deadline to sign up for deputations is March 13th at 12:00 pm.

This is an opportunity to make our community's voice heard on one of the biggest and most defining issues facing our province today. If you have any questions, please write to dbegum-qp@ndp.on.ca

Councillor Ainslie Monthly Update

Thursday, March 2, 2023 

Dear Neighbours,  

My sincere condolences go out to those impacted by the recent building fire in our community. If you or someone you know was affected by this tragic event, please don't hesitate to contact my office at councillor_ainslie_co@toronto.ca for further assistance. For any other assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out as well. 

Zoo Update

Hi Folks! With Family Day still in our rearview mirror I wanted to take a moment to celebrate the families here at your Toronto Zoo that come in all shapes and sizes. There is a very small new addition to our Zoo who is being hand raised by our amazing staff and it might be the sweet start to March you didn’t know you needed!

SCAN Update

"Scarborough Civic Action Network (SCAN) is a non-partisan, community-driven network that aims to support civic engagement to address inequities and mobilize a civic voice for Scarborough. As we enter 2022 and face a new wave of infections and restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic, advocating for priority equity issues like affordable housing, public transit, community safety, and vaccine rollout, have never been more important."

"Ontario adds technical requirement for high school graduation"

How to save on your taxes if you work from home

"Work from home tax credits in Canada are what you'll need to know about if you work more than 50 per cent of the time from home for a period of at least four consecutive weeks due to lockdowns in 2020, 2021, or 2022?"

"How to claim your Ontario Staycation Tax Credit and Get Money Back"

With tax season fast approaching, here's a reminder to apply for the refundable Ontario Staycation Tax Credit when filing your personal income tax, so you can get some money back on your return.

Would you like to go swimming?

Would you like to go swimming, but can't afford a Caribbean vacation? Try the Pan AM Sports Complex

The top buildings are in Scarborough!

Zellers is coming back!

"The highly anticipated comeback of the Canadian department store chain Zellers is ramping up to open one of its first stores near Toronto this month."

Scarborough woman brings her jerk marinade from Malvern to Loblaws and Sobeys

BUTTER CHICKEN TACOS --- WHERE ELSE BUT IN SCARBOROUGH

Vasan's Tacos is a family-run business that serves South Asian-inspired tacos that are assembled on naan and 100 per cent halal. Topped with mutton curry, paneer, butter chicken and more, these are not your average casual bites.

Find Dining Scarborough - Spotlight on Nicey's Eatery

Join Find Dining Scarborough in a showcase of Nicey's Eatery, a long-standing Scarborough favourite for Caribbean cuisine, located at 2290 Markham Road. The event will feature a live cooking demonstration, and of course a chance to taste what makes Nicey's one of the best places to eat in Scarborough!

Bhagy's Bakehouse

Bhagy's Bakehouse is Toronto's newest source for square cookies and cakes, and it's hidden down a tiny little hallway plastered with stickers.

And you thought you were having a bad day!

"Ontario police were forced to escort a group of innocent pigs to safety after they were found hog-ging a highway on Sunday morning." 

Have you thought about becoming a member of SCRO ?