Oak Ridges MPP Frank Klees wants Ontario to proclaim the third Monday in January, "Martin Luther King Jr. Day."
Klees introduced the private member's bill in Queen's Park on Monday.
He stated that honouring Dr. King, would also highlight the heroism of the members of the Underground Railroad for whom Canada was a main destination of freedom for African-American slaves.
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Wednesday, March 21, 2007
Raptors' Rookie Sidelined After Surgery
Toronto Raptors forward Andrea Bargnani underwent successful surgery to remove his appendix early this morning.
In a released statement, the team said that the Italian rookie, will remain in hospital for the next few days.
Recovery times for an appendectomy vary and as of this afternoon, there is no timetable for his release or return to the lineup.
A bout of non-perforated acute appendicitis struck him sometime after Tuesday's practise.
Surgery is needed quickly in such cases before the appendix ruptures.
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In a released statement, the team said that the Italian rookie, will remain in hospital for the next few days.
Recovery times for an appendectomy vary and as of this afternoon, there is no timetable for his release or return to the lineup.
A bout of non-perforated acute appendicitis struck him sometime after Tuesday's practise.
Surgery is needed quickly in such cases before the appendix ruptures.
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Markham Student Died Of Natural Causes
An autopsy conducted on Hariess Sreeskandavel determined the young John McCrae Public School student died of natural causes.
A Representative of the regional coroner has stated that the circumstances surrounding Hariess' death are not suspicious.
The 8-year-old collapsed Monday around 3:20 p.m. in a school hallway during physical activity that involved walking up and down stairs.
Staff and York EMS tried to revive him but he was pronounced dead at Markham Stouffville Hospital not long after.
The specific results of the autopsy will only be disclosed to the immediate family of the boy in compliance with the Coroners Act.
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A Representative of the regional coroner has stated that the circumstances surrounding Hariess' death are not suspicious.
The 8-year-old collapsed Monday around 3:20 p.m. in a school hallway during physical activity that involved walking up and down stairs.
Staff and York EMS tried to revive him but he was pronounced dead at Markham Stouffville Hospital not long after.
The specific results of the autopsy will only be disclosed to the immediate family of the boy in compliance with the Coroners Act.
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SavourVaughan Gives Back to Local Food Bank
Organizers of SavourVaughan restaurant week donated $2500.00 dollars to the Vaughan Food Bank earlier today.
Organizers Jennifer Montesano and Elvira Caria handed over a cheque to Vaughan Food Bank Executive Director Peter Wixson with many City Dignitaries and invited guests on hand.
Jennifer Montesano explained: “ SavourVaughan restaurant week is a celebration of fine flavours in our City, and is an opportunity for those to go out and sample fine cuisine at a fixed price, but we are also sensitive to the reality that not all citizens in our community are fortunate enough to take part in such luxuries. This is our way of acknowledging those in need in our community.”
The Vaughan Food Bank is in need of more space, and would ultimately like to expand its headquarters.
Executive Director Peter Wixson says “This money will go along way to help put food on the table of those less fortunate. I am grateful to SavourVaughan for their kind generosity.”
Located at 71 Marycroft Avenue, the Vaughan Food Bank provides emergency food assistance to individuals and families who are in need. While food bank clients generally receive a 2-4 day supply of food, the Vaughan Food Bank is usually supplying its clients with assistance for up to 28 days.
Food banks distribute non-perishable food items that have been donated by the community, and rely heavily on the time and generosity of others. Food banks do not receive any government funding. There is an application process a client must go through in order to receive assistance. The Vaughan Food Bank also assists community
programs and agencies such as Rose Sharon-Services for Young Mothers and The Yellow Brick House Women’s Shelter.
Organizers Jennifer Montesano and Elvira Caria handed over a cheque to Vaughan Food Bank Executive Director Peter Wixson with many City Dignitaries and invited guests on hand.
Jennifer Montesano explained: “ SavourVaughan restaurant week is a celebration of fine flavours in our City, and is an opportunity for those to go out and sample fine cuisine at a fixed price, but we are also sensitive to the reality that not all citizens in our community are fortunate enough to take part in such luxuries. This is our way of acknowledging those in need in our community.”
The Vaughan Food Bank is in need of more space, and would ultimately like to expand its headquarters.
Executive Director Peter Wixson says “This money will go along way to help put food on the table of those less fortunate. I am grateful to SavourVaughan for their kind generosity.”
Located at 71 Marycroft Avenue, the Vaughan Food Bank provides emergency food assistance to individuals and families who are in need. While food bank clients generally receive a 2-4 day supply of food, the Vaughan Food Bank is usually supplying its clients with assistance for up to 28 days.
Food banks distribute non-perishable food items that have been donated by the community, and rely heavily on the time and generosity of others. Food banks do not receive any government funding. There is an application process a client must go through in order to receive assistance. The Vaughan Food Bank also assists community
programs and agencies such as Rose Sharon-Services for Young Mothers and The Yellow Brick House Women’s Shelter.
Shots Fired During Attempted Carjacking
York Regional Police are probing a carjacking and shooting in a Thornhill parking lot.
The chaos began when a black BMW was carjacked in Toronto by two men around 12:15 a.m., Tuesday.
Driven to a Tim Hortons parking lot in the Leslie Street and Hwy. 7 area, the victim and the carjackers broke out in a scuffle during which the attackers fired a gun.
According to York Regional Police, the suspects fled, approaching the driver of a second vehicle and demanding the man's keys.
He didn't comply and ran back into the coffee shop.
Police are working with limited descriptions of the male suspects.
If you have information about this case, you're urged to contact York Regional Police at 1-866-876-5423, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or leave a tip at www.1800222tips.com
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The chaos began when a black BMW was carjacked in Toronto by two men around 12:15 a.m., Tuesday.
Driven to a Tim Hortons parking lot in the Leslie Street and Hwy. 7 area, the victim and the carjackers broke out in a scuffle during which the attackers fired a gun.
According to York Regional Police, the suspects fled, approaching the driver of a second vehicle and demanding the man's keys.
He didn't comply and ran back into the coffee shop.
Police are working with limited descriptions of the male suspects.
If you have information about this case, you're urged to contact York Regional Police at 1-866-876-5423, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or leave a tip at www.1800222tips.com
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Sports Report
The Maple Leafs edged out the New Jersey Devils last night, by a score of 2-1.
Captain Mats Sundin picked up two assists, giving him 900 career points as a Leaf.
With the win, Toronto has moved into a three way tie for the 8th and final playoff spot, along with Carolina and Montreal.
The Leafs face Buffalo, on Friday.
The Raptors will try to snap a mini two-game slide, when they host the Orlando Magic tonight.
Jose Calderon is still questionable for tonight and will be a game time decision.
The Spanish Guard has missed the past two games because of a sprained ankle.
Tip off is at 7pm at the Air Canada Centre.
The Blue Jays resume their spring training schedule today against the Philadelphia Phillies in Dunedin.
Closer BJ Ryan has been sidelined with a sore back but expects to return to the mound in two weeks.
Toronto FC acquired veteran midfielder Richard Mulrooney in a trade with FC Dallas.
As part of the deal, Dallas receives Toronto's first-round pick in the 2008 MLS draft, along with partial allocation money.
Mulrooney, a 30-year-old native of Memphis, played the last two seasons in Dallas after spending six campaigns with San Jose.
*Please send any local scores to info@chevradioam.com (subject line: sports scores)*
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Captain Mats Sundin picked up two assists, giving him 900 career points as a Leaf.
With the win, Toronto has moved into a three way tie for the 8th and final playoff spot, along with Carolina and Montreal.
The Leafs face Buffalo, on Friday.
The Raptors will try to snap a mini two-game slide, when they host the Orlando Magic tonight.
Jose Calderon is still questionable for tonight and will be a game time decision.
The Spanish Guard has missed the past two games because of a sprained ankle.
Tip off is at 7pm at the Air Canada Centre.
The Blue Jays resume their spring training schedule today against the Philadelphia Phillies in Dunedin.
Closer BJ Ryan has been sidelined with a sore back but expects to return to the mound in two weeks.
Toronto FC acquired veteran midfielder Richard Mulrooney in a trade with FC Dallas.
As part of the deal, Dallas receives Toronto's first-round pick in the 2008 MLS draft, along with partial allocation money.
Mulrooney, a 30-year-old native of Memphis, played the last two seasons in Dallas after spending six campaigns with San Jose.
*Please send any local scores to info@chevradioam.com (subject line: sports scores)*
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