The meeting is at the West Toronto Baptist Church, 3049 Dundas Street West.  Come out, meet your neighbours and help shape the Junction by getting involved.  This month we ask the question, what is wrong with Keele and Dundas?

Meeting Agenda

Opening Remarks

It will run through the summer and early fall in the the Green P lot at Dundas St. and Pacific Ave. (Medland entrance) every Saturday morning, 8:30-12:30. http://parking.greenp.com/parking-info/carpark-info/19_385-pacific-avenue.html

The Junction Farmers’ Market aims to provide local, sustainably produced fresh foods in ways that [...]]]> The Junction Farmers’ Market is set to start on June 2nd, 2012!

It will run through the summer and early fall in the the Green P lot at Dundas St. and Pacific Ave. (Medland entrance) every Saturday morning, 8:30-12:30.
http://parking.greenp.com/parking-info/carpark-info/19_385-pacific-avenue.html

The Junction Farmers’ Market aims to provide local, sustainably produced fresh foods in ways that build community, support local farmers and businesses, and promote access to healthy food for all.

Are you passionate about the Junction community and local sustainable food? Would you like to be part of this exciting new community event?

The market committee is seeking volunteers to assist with the following duties:

a) SET UP early in the morning to block the parking lot and make sure everything is ready for the farmers

b) CLEAN UP at the end of the day, since the parking lot has to be spotless and ready to use by regular patrons by 1pm

c) OTHER duties which will include postering, greeting shoppers, tending to farmers and vendors, organizing a weekly raffle for a basket of market goods, etc.

For more information, email us at junctionfarmersmarket@yahoo.ca.

The 2012 Function in the Junction was a great success for the Junction community.

We exceeded our goal of raising $5,000 for local students, so the Junction community should be proud of our ability to come together for a great time and a great cause.

We will send a [...]]]> Function in the Junction raises $6,400!

The 2012 Function in the Junction was a great success for the Junction community.

We exceeded our goal of raising $5,000 for local students, so the Junction community should be proud of our ability to come together for a great time and a great cause.

We will send a full report soon, with our final numbers and thanks for the many people who made the Function possible.

JRA Community Meeting – New Date, Thursday, May 17
Your May JRA community meeting has been postponed from May 10 to May 17.  The JRA executive committee decided to change the meeting date due to a scheduling conflict. 7-9 pm, West Toronto Baptist Church, 3049 Dundas Street West, as usual.

On May 17 your JRA is asking what is wrong with Keele and Dundas?  Most people have a reason why they don’t like this intersection, yet it has been the centre of the Junction for over 100 years.  The architecture is great, many local business hotspots are here and it’s always busy, so what’s wrong?

Come out on May 17 and let us know.  We need to identify the problem before we can find a solution.

Junction Tree Walk

Your JRA thanks New World Arborist Kent Nielsen for leading a Junction tree tour last Sunday.  On the tour Kent examined the trees in some or our local parks and public spaces, and offered suggestions on how to maintain and improve these spaces.  Your JRA will pass on this information to our councillor.

We also walked along Maria, Gilmour, St. Johns and Laws Streets to examine and learn more about our trees.  Kent helped guide us on planting locations and what varieties grow the best.

Our next step is to take this information and prepare a promotion program which Junction residents can use to preserve and expand our urban forest.

Ward 13 Community Environment Day, Saturday, May 12

It’s springtime again and this is your chance to recycle some old electronics, pick up some compost or swap out a broken green bin. Ward 13 Community Environment Day is on Saturday, May 12th 10 am to 2 pm in the city parking lot at Lake Shore Blvd West, just east of Ellis Ave.  For more details follow this link.

Junction Tree Walk – Sunday, [...]]]> JRA Community Meeting – New Date, Thursday, May 17
Your May JRA community meeting has been postponed from May 10 to May 17.  The JRA executive committee decided to change the meeting date due to a scheduling conflict. 7-9 pm, West Toronto Baptist Church, 3049 Dundas Street West, as usual.

Junction Tree Walk – Sunday, May 6

If you go down to the “woods” of Malta Square (cobblestones & benches at Dundas & St. John’s) at 1:00 p.m. this coming Sunday, May 6, the surprise will be New World Arborist Kent Nielsen ready to lead our walk around the Junction neighbourhood to learn more about renewing and preserving its tree canopy.

During the hour, hour-and-a-half walk, Kent will point to healthy (and not so healthy) trees, tell us how we can keep the first and help the second, and answer all questions about how to preserve and expand our urban forest.

Junction Seniors

The Junction Seniors are still meeting for coffee twice a week, Tuesday mornings at 10 at Agora and Friday afternoons at 2 at Pascal’s.  On April 13, we had our first outing — 14 of us attended the monthly Pub Night at Old Lambton House, and enjoyed eating, drinking, chatting, and a bit of music!

Ward 13 Community Environment Day, Saturday, May 12

It’s springtime again and this is your chance to recycle some old electronics, pick  up some compost or swap out a broken green bin. Ward 13 Community Environment Day is on Saturday, May 12th 10 am to 2 pm, in the city parking lot at Lake Shore Blvd West, just east of Ellis Ave.  For more details follow this link.

Junction Tree Walk – Saturday, May 6

If you go down to the “woods” of Malta Square (cobblestones & benches at Dundas & St. John’s) at 1:00 p.m. this coming Sunday, May 6, the surprise will be New World Arborist Kent Nielsen ready to lead our walk around the Junction neighbourhood to learn more [...]]]>

Junction Tree Walk – Saturday, May 6

If you go down to the “woods” of Malta Square (cobblestones & benches at Dundas & St. John’s) at 1:00 p.m. this coming Sunday, May 6, the surprise will be New World Arborist Kent Nielsen ready to lead our walk around the Junction neighbourhood to learn more about renewing and preserving its tree canopy.

During the hour, hour-and-a-half walk, Kent will point to healthy (and not so healthy) trees, tell us how we can keep the first and help the second, and answer all questions about how to preserve and expand our urban forest.

Saturday, April 28 – Function in the Junction After-Dinner Party

Dinner will be great, but the fun at this year’s Function in the Junction really starts at 8pm.  We kick off the after-dinner party with a live auction, followed by live music from local favourites The McDales and The Groovies.

Don’t miss this opportunity to [...]]]>

Saturday, April 28 – Function in the Junction After-Dinner Party

Dinner will be great, but the fun at this year’s Function in the Junction really starts at 8pm.  We kick off the after-dinner party with a live auction, followed by live music from local favourites The McDales and The Groovies.

Don’t miss this opportunity to party with your neighbours and raise money to help local students attend school this fall.

After-Dinner Party - 8pm – $5 at the door

Live Auction, 8-9pm:  Items include furniture from Knoll, artwork from local artists and dinner with MPP Cheri DiNovo at Queens Park.

Live Music from 9pm, featuring The McDales and The Groovies

Cash bar, proceeds to the kids

The Cause: All proceeds go to The Junction Community Awards.  This year’s recipients are local students who plan to continue their education in the fall but need a helping hand to cover the costs.

All submissions must be made on or before April 28, 2012, and we’re hoping for more students to apply for the bursaries, so let’s get the word out to senior students from the following schools: Bishop Marrocco / Thomas Merton Academy, Humberside Collegiate Institute, The Student School, Runnymede Collegiate Institute, Ursula Franklin Academy and Western Technical-Commercial School.

We are looking for students who have demonstrated leadership and participation in school and community activities.  Full details and the application are available at this link.

The Details

Follow this link to the application

Dinner Party – 6pm-8pm (Tickets sold in advance only, on sale until Friday night)

After-Dinner Party – 8pm – $5 at the door

Location: West Toronto Masonic Temple, 151 Annette Street

Student wanting to apply?  Follow this link to the application

Take a look at these great activities coming up in the next two weeks in your Junction.

Mayor Ford’s Community Clean-up Day – Saturday April 21

Your JRA is helping out with the Mayor’s cleanup [...]]]> It’s springtime in the Junction, and along with getting outside comes lots of community action in the neighbourhood.

Take a look at these great activities coming up in the next two weeks in your Junction.

Mayor Ford’s Community Clean-up Day – Saturday April 21

Your JRA is helping out with the Mayor’s cleanup day this Saturday from 9am-12pm.  Everyone is encouraged to pitch in to clean up our neighbourhood.

This year’s clean-up starts at the Green P parking lot, south of Dundas between Pacific and Medland.

Garbage bags and gloves are supplied; all you need to bring is a helping hand.

Toronto Reads: at the Annette St. Library – Saturday April 21

Saturday, April 21, 2012,  3:00 – 4:30 pm

Starting at the Annette Street Library (Lower Level)

Writers of the Junction – Readings and Walking Tour By Neil Ross

Featuring the swashbuckling Colonel Thomson, the venerable Grace Irwin, the evocative Raymond Souster, the sensationalist Thomas P. Kelley Jr., the ethereal Gwendolyn MacEwen, the ubiquitous A.B. Rice, the uproarious Gregory Clark and others. More info: wthjs.ca

Function in the Junction 2012 – Saturday, April 28 – Tickets on sale now

Only 10 days to this year’s Function in the Junction!

Once again our community response has been excellent and we are heading towards a great night for the Junction.  Tickets are still on sale for our three-course dinner and silent auction.  If you can’t make dinner, don’t forget that this year, the action heats up at 8pm with a live auction and music. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to celebrate the Junction and raise money for local students.

More information and ticket locations here

Junction Tree Canopy Project – May 6

Your JRA is taking the next step in our Junction Tree Canopy project by celebrating Ontario’s Arbour Week on it’s last day, May 6.  Arborist Kent Nielsen has volunteered to lead our community on a tour.  He will answer questions about good locations for trees and provide advice on how to protect our leafed community.

Following Arbour Week your JRA will be promoting the City’s Free Tree program to help expand our tree canopy.  If you’d like a free tree, please contact your JRA today at info@junctionra.ca

Saturday, April 21, 2012,  3:00 – 4:30 pm Starting at the Annette Street Library (Lower Level)

Writers of the Junction – Readings and Walking Tour

Featuring the swashbuckling Colonel Thomson, the venerable Grace Irwin, the evocative Raymond Souster, the sensationalist Thomas P. Kelley Jr., [...]]]> Toronto Reads: Writers of the Junction – Readings and Walking Tour

Saturday, April 21, 2012,  3:00 – 4:30 pm Starting at the Annette Street Library (Lower Level)

Writers of the Junction – Readings and Walking Tour

Featuring the swashbuckling Colonel Thomson, the venerable Grace Irwin, the evocative Raymond Souster, the sensationalist Thomas P. Kelley Jr., the ethereal Gwendolyn MacEwen, the ubiquitous A.B. Rice, the uproarious Gregory Clark and others.