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GRADING OUR GREENSPACE: A report card on our parks – part 2 (Sept. 2024)

November 8th, 2024 · Comments Off on GRADING OUR GREENSPACE: A report card on our parks – part 2 (Sept. 2024)

Our annual review of Annex greenspaces continues

Each year the Annex Gleaner reviews the many parks and parkettes in our coverage area using a variety of criteria. While there is no decisive “winner” of the grading, letter grades are assigned to convey the quality of the parks, considering aspects such as upkeep, design, and amenities. The reviews accompanying the grades also let the reader know what makes each space unique. This is the second instalment of reviews for 2024.

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CHATTER: Harbord Fair a success; Estonian future on Madison; Bloor Annex BIA stage (Sept. 2024)

November 8th, 2024 · Comments Off on CHATTER: Harbord Fair a success; Estonian future on Madison; Bloor Annex BIA stage (Sept. 2024)

Harbord Village Community Fair a success!

BRIAN BURCHELL/GLEANER NEWS

The Harbord Village Residents’ Association created another amazing gathering of neighbours on September 8 at Margaret Fairley Park.

Cementing Estonian future on Madison

A sea of rebar at 11 Madison Ave. awaiting the major concrete pour for the much anticipated Estonian Cultural Centre. BRIAN BURCHELL/GLEANER NEWS

As the Keskus International Estonian Centre build moves along at 11 Madison Ave the site is preparing for a major construction step forward. 

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EDITORIAL CARTOON: Get ready for Eglinton! (Sept. 2024)

November 8th, 2024 · Comments Off on EDITORIAL CARTOON: Get ready for Eglinton! (Sept. 2024)

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Tags: Annex · Editorial · Opinion

EDITORIAL: An injection of ignorance (Sept. 2024)

November 8th, 2024 · Comments Off on EDITORIAL: An injection of ignorance (Sept. 2024)

The provincial government led by Premier Doug Ford has elected to shutter ten of the of province’s 23 safe injection sites based on a “gut feeling” they are not working. This, despite the government’s own experts telling him they are not only working, but that their work needs to be bolstered. The war on drugs is now part of the culture wars in Doug Ford’s Ontario.

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FORUM: City building and bracing for more storms (Sept. 2024)

November 8th, 2024 · Comments Off on FORUM: City building and bracing for more storms (Sept. 2024)

Housing and flood mitigation are at the top of the list

By Dianne Saxe

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Tags: Annex · Columns · Opinion

FORUM: Government ignores own experts, closes injection sites (Sept. 2024)

November 8th, 2024 · Comments Off on FORUM: Government ignores own experts, closes injection sites (Sept. 2024)

Doug Ford chooses political gain over public health

By Jessica Bell

In a cynical move, the Conservatives have announced they will shutter ten consumption and treatment sites in Ontario, including the Kensington Overdose Prevention Site operated by The Neighbourhood Group. Any site 200 meters from schools or daycares will be banned from operating.

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Tags: Annex · Columns · Opinion

GREENINGS: Flood impacts brought to you by low taxes (Sept. 2024)

November 8th, 2024 · Comments Off on GREENINGS: Flood impacts brought to you by low taxes (Sept. 2024)

Toronto lacks the leadership to address effects of climate change

Toronto had two “once in a century” storms this summer. If you are bothering to read my column, I can only assume you understand the cause—climate change. I know there are still corporate lap dogs licking oil men’s boots and denying its existence, but for the most part, the era of denial is over, except for the those whose money solidly depends on infinite oil and those suckers who believe them. Sadly, for us, the former group is highly influential, and the latter group is stubbornly numerous. 

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Tags: Annex · Life · Opinion

SPORTS: Christie Pits eyed as destination for baseball and more (Sept. 2024)

November 8th, 2024 · Comments Off on SPORTS: Christie Pits eyed as destination for baseball and more (Sept. 2024)

Maple Leafs owners seek bigger crowds in 2025 with food, music, and fun

By R.S. Konjek 

It is the evening of Saturday, August 24, and smoke and flames engulf the outfield of Dominico Field at Christie Pits.

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Tags: Annex · Sports

ON THE COVER (Summer 2024)

October 15th, 2024 · Comments Off on ON THE COVER (Summer 2024)

On Aug. 2, the Lucky Pennies performed on the public stage at Bloor and Brunswick.
On Aug. 2, the Lucky Pennies performed on the public stage at Bloor and Brunswick. To learn more about the Bloor Annex BIA’s public stage please visit www.bloorannex.ca/welcome-to-the-bloor-annex-bia-stage. NEILAND BRISSENDEN/GLEANER NEWS

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NEWS: A plan to build above heritage apartments (Summer 2024)

October 15th, 2024 · Comments Off on NEWS: A plan to build above heritage apartments (Summer 2024)

Density on Spadina Road to expand in coming years 

Rendering of 41-45 Spadina Rd. looking southeast. COURTESY WND ASSOCIATES

By Meredith Poirier

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NEWS: New Tactile Map in the Annex (Summer 2024)

October 15th, 2024 · Comments Off on NEWS: New Tactile Map in the Annex (Summer 2024)

Bloor Annex BIA and STEPS Public Art make the Annex more accessible

The team from STEPS Public Art and the Bloor Annex BIA that helped make the Tactile Map a reality.
COURTESY AYESHA KHAN/STEPS PUBLIC ART

By Merideth Poirier


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GRADING OUR GREENSPACE: A report card on our parks (Summer 2024)

October 15th, 2024 · Comments Off on GRADING OUR GREENSPACE: A report card on our parks (Summer 2024)

A plethora of Annex-area parks under scrutiny

Each year the Annex Gleaner reviews the many parks and parkettes in our coverage area using a variety of criteria. While there is no decisive “winner” of the grading, letter grades are assigned to convey the quality of the parks, considering aspects such as upkeep, design, and amenities. The reviews accompanying the grades also let the reader know what makes each space unique. This is the first instalment of reviews for 2024.

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Tags: Annex · Life

CHATTER (Summer 2024)

October 15th, 2024 · Comments Off on CHATTER (Summer 2024)

Cornfest returns; Koreatown’s inaugural street festival; street closure at Bloor and St. George streets

Cornfest returns to Jean Sibelius Park on Sept 15 (3-5pm)

COURTESY MIMI TOMPKINS/ARA

The Annex Residents’ Association is again hosting its annual Cornfest. All are welcome to this rain or shine event to enjoy the sweet seasonal treat together with baked goods, games, and live entertainment!

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Tags: Annex · News