theLakeshore.ca - February Newsletter

In a wake of the recent economic events, the year 2009 more than any other time, will have a significant impact on how we manage our lives, budget our expenses and plan for the future. And it is times like these where community support really matters. Instead of travelling a significant distance consider your local businesses for that choice item. The lakeshore area is full of unique establishments providing everything from a quick hearty meal to professional services.

What can you do to help the place where you live to sustain its growth and reach its potential? For Valentine's Day, order flowers from local flower shops, make reservation for that special night out at the local restaurant, for your income tax preparation hire a local accountant; purchase fresh organic bread from a local bakery, go for a walk and explore this flourishing neighbourhood , learn what it has to offer.

For 2009, by keeping you informed, we hope to inspire and encourage your participation in creating a more vibrant Lakeshore community! Be part of it.

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Send us your ideas, feedback or stories from and about the Lakeshore community to info@thelakeshore.ca.

Community Buzz

The Waterfront West LRT has been on everyone's mind since TTC introduced the idea of replacing the existing Lake Shore Blvd. streetcar with LRT (Light Rail Transit) line in a dedicated right of way in the middle of the road from Parklawn Road to the end of the existing streetcar line. In the last few months many public meetings were held. The decision of whether to proceed with the project is expected to be reached later this year. If you would like to provide your input, the next public meeting will be held on Thursday, February 12, 2009 from 7:30 - 9:00 PM at LAMP, 185 Fith Street. [ For project details visit ccfew.org website].

The Gatehouse will be launching a fundraising campaign for a new training facility called the "Coachhouse". This facility will bring people from across the country to our community for training and education on intervention strategies for child abuse. Check our website for more details.

Mimico Station has been going through a major transformation. Thanks to donations of many companies and local businesses, the Mimico Station received new plumbing, electrical and foundation. If you are interested in helping to revitalize this historical site, you can still make your contributions. Join the Mimico Station Community Organization at the upcoming meeting, on Thursday Feb 5th at 7 pm. at Mimico Baptist Church, at the corner of George St. and Hillside Ave., one block east of Royal York. All are welcome.

Lakeshore Lions 4 pad Arena - only last year the community witnessed the ground breaking ceremony. Construction is scheduled to be completed by September 2009 in time for Leafs training season. Located in Etobicoke at the corner of Kipling and New Toronto Street, the new state-of-the-art facility will have four ice pads - three NHL-size pads and one Olympic-size pads. It will also have 1,000 spectator seats, a full service restaurant that will be open to the public, a pro shop and community meeting rooms.

On Jan 26, the Lakeshore Arts Community Centre, launched 'A Really Big Show', an exhibition featuring the works of six local artists: Sandy Brand, Elena Espinoza, Juan Gallegos, Lorna Livey, Patrica Whittingham and Kenneth Day. And on March 14, you will be able to meet the artists as part of the 'Art Tour' organized by Waterfront Trail Artists.