Below, you will find postings of local community news and information to keep you up-to-date with the happenings in your neighbourhood.

If you are interested in posting your local news, please contact me by email at mail@patrickrocca.com

NEIGHBOURHOOD

ABOUT LEASIDE
Leaside was settled by the Lea family in the early years of the Nineteenth Century , the Town of Leaside was officially incorporated on April 23 1913.

Located in Toronto's former Borough of East York, Leaside is a lovely retreat hidden in the heart of our bustling Megacity only minutes to downtown via the bayview extension .

Surrounded with the conveniences of downtown living, Leaside offers local boutiques, restaurants, schools, skating rink, swimming pool, tennis club, library, churches, parks and TTC access. Bus routes provide fast service to Eglinton, St.Clair and Davisville Subway stations.
The housing in Leaside caters to a variety of needs. You will find traditional homes with leaded glass, hardwood floors and gumwood trim, new homes with all the latest upgrades, condominium apartment and townhomes and freehold townhomes.

Visit: http://www.leasidetoronto.com
Leaside schools
Bessborough Drive Elementary
211 Bessborough Dr
(416) 396-2315

Northlea Public School
305 Rumsey Rd
416) 396-2395

Rolph Road Elementary School
31 Rolph Rd
(416) 396-2435

  

Saint Anselm Elementary School
770 Millwood Rd
(416) 393-5243

Leaside High School
200 Hanna Rd
(416) 396-2380

"Davisville Village"

Situated west of Bayview this midtown neighbourhood appeals to first-time buyers, retirees, singles and families.
Located in the centre of Toronto, you're never too far from the action! Schools, churches, parks, shopping and TTC access are always close by!

The Boundries are Blythwood to the north, Merton to the south, Bayview to the east and Yonge to the west. The great mix of homes will satisfy anyone's taste. Modern new homes, character-filled semi's, townhomes and cozy bungalows are a sampling of what you'll find in this community.

Schools
Hodgson Sr School
282 Davisville Ave
(416) 393-0390

Maurice Cody Elementary School
364 Belsize Dr
(416) 393-9240

Eglinton Elementary School
223 Eglinton Ave E
(416) 393-9315

Metropolitan Toronto School
43 Millwood Rd
(416) 393-0630

Sunny View Elementary School
450 Blythwood Rd
(416) 393-9275

John Fisher Elementary School
40 Erskine Ave
(416) 393-9325

Blythwood Elementary School
2 Strathgowan Cres
(416) 393-9105

Saint Monica Elementary
14 Broadway Ave
(416) 393-5224

Secondary Schools
North Toronto Collegiate Inst
70 Roehampton Ave
(416) 393-9180
Northern Secondary School
851 Mount Pleasant Rd
(416) 393-0270

COMMUNITY EVENTS

NORTH LEASIDE RESIDENTS ASSOC

www.nlrai.ca

* SOUTH EGLINTON RATEPAYERS' AND RESIDENTS' ASSOCIATION* : http://www.southeglinton.com/

 C.E.C.C.'s FUNDRAISING ACTIVITIES

call 416-392-0511 x225 for more info..
Central Eglinton Community Centre,
160 Eglinton Avenue, East at Redpath 
 

SOUTH LEASIDE MONDAY GROUP

A non profit community parent group that provides a forum for members to meet with friends, listen to speakers and discuss topics of mutual interest. Child care provided. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Meets every monday morning
9:15 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.at Trace Manes 110 Rumsey Road

For FURTHER INFORMATION visit:
www.southleasidemondaygroup.com


LEASIDE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Meets the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 pm except July and August at Trace Manes Center at Rumsey Road and McRae. www.lpoa.ca


LEASIDE GARDEN SOCIETY

For Further Information visit their website at www.leasidegardensociety.org
 

LEASIDE LAWN BOWLING CLUB

Visit www.leasidebowls.ca for more information.

LEASIDE BASEBALL 

Visit www.leasidebaseball.com for more information.

LEASIDE HOCKEY

www.goalline.ca

Visit www.leasidehockey.com for more information.

INSIDE OUT STUDIO SPRING RUN!!!-April 25th,10am-2pm.....call 416-8494765 for further info or visit http://www.insideoutstudio.ca/!

CLASSIFIEDS

South Florida Condo for Rent

Fort Lauderdale/Pompano Beach. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, fully furnished, heated pool, 3 blocks to the beach, situated on the Intercoastal. 1 block to all shops, restaurants, amenities. Weekly and Monthly rentals available.
For more information, please contact Patrick Rocca:
For pictures and more information, please visit www.GreatRentals.com  Property #4664
E-mail: mail@patrickrocca.com
Phone: 416-763-9035

A Message from the Northlea Community Blood Donor Clinic Committee 

Dear Bessborough Families,

The award winning Northlea Community Blood Donor Clinic has been helping to save lives for over 7 years. The need continues.Leaside has donated 1,497 units of blood to date, saving over 4,521 lives, making us one of Canada's most successful community run clinics.

Please join us. Bring a friend or send a designated donor! If you have never donated before, now is the best time to start. Help us keep this Leaside tradition going.

Where?  Northlea School (North Gym) 305 Rumsey Road

When?   call for details

R.S.V.P. by calling the Canadian Blood Services appointment number at 1-888-2-DONATE

(1-888-236-6283) NOW! The criteria for donating can be found at www.bloodservices.ca. Refreshments are available.

In November of 2002, two Leaside area students were diagnosed with leukemia in the same week. They required blood transfusions to save their lives and help them fight the disease. The Leaside community began running blood donor clinics twice a year to support them in their battle. Both students in honour of whom we began these clinics have finished treatment. One continues to need monthly transfusions of a blood product to fight infection. One thousand donors are needed to provide just one month's unit of the necessary product.

The need continues. 50% of Canadians will need blood in their lifetime. It could be your child, your father, a friend or a neighbour. Once again, in Leaside, it is. A Leaside father, neighbour, and friend underwent lifesaving surgery for a sudden, severe infection. In March 2008, Paul Kocher needed 49 units of blood as part of his treatment. People like you helped save his life. There are others just like him in our neighbourhood who need blood to fight cancer, save their lives or improve their quality of life while managing chronic illness.

You can continue to show your support for Noah, Emmy and now Paul by rolling up your sleeves. Many thanks in advance for being part of this clinic and for giving the "gift of life".

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Leaside Dance School

822 Millwood Rd

web: www.leasidedance.com

email: info@leasidedance.com

phone: 416-519-3979

Leaside Dance School offers classes in Balet, Jazz, Music & Movement, Early Dance,

and Folk Dance. The school is located inside Leaside United Church at

882 Millwood Rd. Classes begin in September and run every Thursday and Saturday.

More information about registration can be found at www.leasidedance.com

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Polaris Family Mediation

Polaris Family Mediation is dedicated to helping families resolve their conflicts surrounding parenting, separation and/or divorce. Mary-Louise Taselos is a member of the ADR Institute of Canada and focuses on parent  planning, child and spousal support, division of property, child access and custody, elder mediation, and child protection mediation. Mediation is an alternative dispute resolution model that helps families reach a manageable outcome in a comfortable and safe environment. Contact Mary-Louise Taselos at 674.280.6252 for more information.

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2011 Spring Fundraier  St. Anselm's School

182 Bessborough Drive, East York, Ontario M4G 3J9

Midtown Alliance Church, 67 Taunton Road

Offering a respite program for families with children with disabilities for a yaer. Visit website www.midtownac.ca or contact Cynthia at ctam@midtownac.ca, 416-316-2995

Leaside Residents - Outdoor Bootcamp in Sunnybrook has started!

Guest (Power Play - Nutrition and Fitness). This fresh-air workout is located in a beautiful park setting with all equipment provided. Workouts are modified for beginners, yet challenging enough for an experienced athlete - guaranteed! Personalized attention, at an affordable price, if ensured as groups are 3-6 people. Visit www.powerplayweb.com for contact information.

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Want some great gourmet meat's & BBQ goods?

If you haven't been to Grill Time on Laird Drive, it's a must. Visit www.grilltime.ca

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CLOUD 9 AV

Serving Leaside/Davisville with all the lifestyle technology you could ever want in your home!

www.cloud9av.com

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Healthy Aging Program for Seniors and their Families

The parish of St. Augustine of Canterbury is launching a program to help seniors and their families deal with issues of aging and wellness.

All sessions will be held at St. Augustine of Canterbury Anglican Church, 1847 Bayview Avenue, M4G 3E4. Tea/Coffee Served.

For more information contact the church at 416-485-2656 or Suzanne Parsons at 416-429-6680

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Leaside's Awesome Sale

Friday, October 14th, 3-7 pm and Saturday, October 15th, 10 am - 12 pm

Leaside United Church, 822 Millwood Road (at McRae.

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Bravo Academy Present:

"A Christmas Carol" the musical

Friday, December 2nd at 7:30 pm

Saturday, December 3rd at 2:00am and 7:30pm

Sunday, December 4th at 1:00 and 5:30pm

Alumnae Theatre, 70 Berkeley St., Toronto

www.bravoacademy.ca 

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