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On Monday, October 31, 2011, the Church Wellesley Village BIA will host the Church St. Halloween Festival.

Road closures, between 6:30 p.m., on Monday, October 31, 2011 and 2:30 a.m., on Tuesday, November 1, 2011:

- Church Street (full road), Gloucester Street to Alexander Street
- Wellesley Street (full road), 150 metres east of Church Street to 150 metres west of Church Street

Wellesley Street will have a partial closure, from Yonge Street and Jarvis Street, to allow for local traffic only.

Motorists are advised to consider the road closure when planning their travels.

The event will proceed regardless of weather conditions.

On Sunday, October 30, 2011, the Greek Community of Toronto will be holding an "OXI" day parade on Danforth Avenue.

Parade organizers expect thousands of participants and spectators.

The event will assemble at Eastern Commerce Collegiate Institute at 11 a.m., and the parade will start at 1 p.m.

About two-dozen Greek-Canadian officers from the Toronto Police Service and York Regional Police will march alongside various dignitaries, including the Honourable Consul-General of Greece in Toronto, Mr. Dimitris Azemopoulos.

The parade will take the following route:

Assembly Area - Eastern Commerce Collegiate Institute (16 Phin Avenue),
North on Euston Avenue,
West on Danforth Avenue,
Dispersal Area - Danforth Avenue, east of Broadview Avenue.

Danforth Avenue will be closed to traffic at 12:45 p.m., between Broadview Avenue and Donlands Avenue, for approximately three hours.

Motorists are requested to take extra caution while travelling on the above route, as there will be delays.

• Robbery on FINCH AVENUE WEST AND KEELE STREET, Toronto, ON (via spotcrime.com)
  One of the suspects searched through the victim?s pockets and removed a quantity of cash.
• Robbery on PHARMACY AVENUE AND TEESDALE PLACE, Toronto, ON (via spotcrime.com)
  The suspects pushed the victim to the floor, punched and kicked her about the body and made a demand for her to open her apartment door.

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The 17th annual Toronto Auxiliary Police Toy Drive will take place on Saturday, October 29, 2011, at 1 p.m., at 43 Division, 4331 Lawrence Avenue East, in the Community Room.

Toronto Police Service Chief William Blair will be the emcee for the kick-off event.

This annual event supports over 3,000 youngsters in need from the Scarborough area.

Once again, the Auxiliary Officers are seeking the charitable and generous support of the community, local businesses and students from surrounding schools.

Your efforts, and that of our Auxiliary Officers, will support the spirit of the season and help give less-fortunate children a brighter Christmas this year.

Unwrapped toys can be brought to:

- 41 Division, 2222 Eglinton Avenue East,
- 42 Division, 242 Milner Avenue East,
- 43 Division, 4331 Lawrence Avenue East,
- CIBC, 1575 Ellesmere Road,
- Meridian Credit Union, Morningside Branch, 797 Milner Avenue,
- Walmart, 797 Milner Avenue.

• Robbery on 21XX SHEPPARD AVENUE EAST, Toronto, ON (via spotcrime.com)
  The suspects made a demand for cash.
• Theft on XX THE WEST MALL, Toronto, ON (via spotcrime.com)
  An unknown suspect removed a ring from the display case.
• Arson on MCLEVIN AVENUE AND NEILSON ROAD, Toronto, ON (via spotcrime.com)
  The cause of the fire was determined to be food left unattended in the oven.
• Robbery on 27XX KEELE STREET, Toronto, ON (via spotcrime.com)
  The suspects made a demand for cash.

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The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance locating a missing woman.

Hao Luong, 85, was last seen on Friday, October 28, 2011, at 10:45 a.m., in the Dundas Street/Broadview Avenue area.

She is described as 5’, 114 lbs., silver hair, brown eyes with moles on her face. She also wears glasses. She was last seen wearing a grey coat, a blue toque, a gold scarf and black shoes.

Police are concerned for her safety.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5500, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook.

"While it is not my practice to comment on 9-1-1 calls made to TPS emergency operators, serious allegations have been made about what was said during a series of three calls involving the mayor, and whether there was any abuse of the 9-1-1 service.

"I’m concerned that this may have created confusion with the public about whether to call 9-1-1 or not. I cannot allow that to happen. Public safety is too important. Let me be clear. Anyone who has concerns for their safety, or the safety of their family, should call 9-1-1 without hesitation.

"I also feel it is necessary to set the record straight about the conversations. There have been no complaints by any members of the TPS about the 9-1-1 conversations.

"The content of those conversations has been misrepresented by what are claimed to be “several anonymous sources,” presumably from within the TPS, in which case I have to set the record straight. I have listened to the three emergency calls. The mayor did not use the word “bitches,” attributed to him by those “several anonymous sources.” The mayor did not describe himself as the original account claimed.

"Emergency calls involve people who are under stress, trying to communicate with emergency operators. Those operators work under great pressure, trying to get vital information from people, who are extremely anxious, so the proper police resources can be deployed. Our emergency operators are extremely well trained, equipped to deal with the most difficult situations. What is most important, above all else, is that public safety is protected."


William Blair
Chief of Police

The Toronto Police Service values input from the community.

The Service invites the Weston-Mount Dennis and Eglinton East-Kennedy Park communities to let us know what you think.

Survey cards have been mailed to homes and businesses in these neighborhoods, inviting community members to give their opinion on a number of policing and community safety issues.

The survey only takes couple of minutes to complete and is completely anonymous.

The Toronto Anti-Violence Intervention Strategy (TAVIS) is a Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services provincially funded initiative, dedicated to creating and maintaining sustainable, safe neighbourhoods. TAVIS initiatives are operating in all of the 17 Toronto Police Service Divisions, and is supported by every unit in the Service.

The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public's assistance locating a missing man.

Victor Muise, 59, was last seen on Wednesday, September 28, 2011, at approximately 12:30 p.m., in the Gerrard Street East/Coxwell Avenue area.

He is described as aboriginal, 5'7", 165 lbs., with brown eyes and long brown ponytail. He was last seen wearing a black hooded sweater, blue jeans and a white shirt.

Police are concerned for his safety.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5500, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook.

Pedestrian safety initiatives delivered by the Toronto Police Service are designed to promote cooperative safety strategies with members of our communities, using awareness, education and enforcement.

Collision analysis show that pedestrian fatalities represent approximately 50% of yearly traffic fatalities within the City of Toronto. To date, 15 pedestrians have lost their lives in the City of Toronto in 2011. Seniors are among the most vulnerable sector of road users, and are represented in six of the 15 pedestrian fatalities.

Daylight saving time will end this year on Sunday, November 6, 2011. Historically, this time period has shown an increase in severe collisions between pedestrians and motorists.

Rainy weather and darker conditions can lead to a decrease in visibility for both drivers and pedestrians. These environmental factors can increase the risk of injuries when poor walking or driving behaviours are routinely demonstrated.

Fall/Winter Pedestrian Safety

Walking outside in the fall season can be invigorating and refreshing, however, slick sidewalks/streets, as well as environmental factors may increase risk of injury for pedestrians if they don't take basic precautions.
Senior citizens are over-represented in pedestrian fatalities and injuries according to recent safety data. Seniors often get hit within a step or two from the curb or stepping out from behind a parked car, or by being caught out in traffic.

While motorists are at fault in many pedestrian collisions, statistics show pedestrians sometimes contribute to the collision by:

- not often choosing the safest places to cross,
- not paying attention to traffic,
- not being aware of the timing of traffic lights and pedestrian walk/don't walk signals,
- underestimating the time needed to cross safely.



To reduce injuries this fall and winter, practice these safe walking tips at all times:

- Wear reflective or bright-coloured clothing so motorists are better able to see you (dress children in reflective or bright-coloured clothes as well).

- Follow the directions of all traffic signs and signals.

- Be aware of your surroundings.

- If you must walk on the roadway, walk facing traffic and as close to the curb as possible.

- Hats or scarves that cover your ears can also distort or eliminate the sounds of approaching vehicles. Keep warm, but make sure that you can hear what's going on around you.

- On slippery surfaces, bend your knees a little and take slower steps to reduce your chances of falling. Wear gloves to avoid putting your hands in your pockets.

- Always make sure you have a clear view of all vehicles, and make yourself visible to the drivers.

- Be aware of traffic signals, but never completely rely on them. While in the crosswalk, pedestrians should continue to be alert of on-coming traffic at all times.

- Always use pedestrian crosswalks to cross the road. Do not cross diagonally or from between parked vehicles (mid-block). Since drivers are not expecting pedestrians to cross mid-block, risk of injury is much higher if you do so.

- Wait for a fresh traffic signal. Do not start crossing once the countdown or flashing hand begins.

- When possible, make eye contact with the drivers before beginning to cross the road. Drivers must be able to see you, in order to avoid you. Do not assume drivers can see you or that they are paying attention.

To learn more about the Toronto Police,Traffic Services Safety Program,
that aims to reduce pedestrian injury and death through education and awareness, Click here.

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