junctionist
Senior Member
There are indeed developments. The old informal dirt path by the tracks has been fenced off and cleared of vegetation. Construction has thus commenced on the first phase.
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The Junction
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sungs
Active Member
this is probably more of a high park question, but today i was walking just west of the bloor and oakmount road intersection and noticed a bunch of houses in a row boarded up and saw some sign about chemical treatment and some sort of protest signs on the window of one of the houses saying something like "struggling to breathe"...what on earth happened there?
tamlin
New Member
There's a thread in this forum about the demolition notices.
Here's a excerpt from an article that explains the protest sign:
Here's a excerpt from an article that explains the protest sign:
Martin in the Junction
New Member
Until the recent Junctions residence association meeting I had never heard of these two but from the fear in the voice of the people who came out seeking help from the neighbourhood I’m sure this is great news.
Thanks to our police force for patiently building a case against two of our less desirable residence. I hope our justice system can maintain that peace.
National Post
Police lay 117 charges against father, son for harassing west-end neighbourhood
Police arrested a father and son yesterday on 117 charges of mischief, harassment and other offences after what they call a three-year campaign of "unprovoked and malicious actions [which] affected an entire neighbourhood." The arrests came after police launched Project Calzone to probe incidents of vandalism and harassment aimed at businesses and residents in the Dundas Street West and Quebec Avenue area. One local shop owner, who did not want his name used, said the pair were "tough-guy wannabes" who would break windows, vandalize cars and threaten people who had offended them. "These … fancy themselves mobsters, like the Sopranos, but they were just bullies," he said. The investigation took several months to nab the two suspects, who would often use accomplices to carry out the vandalism. Ralph Scala, 36, faces 113 charges, including threatening damage, mischief, criminal harassment and failure to comply with probation conditions. His father Felice Scala, 61, is charged with criminal harassment, mischief and two counts of breach of recognizance.
Thanks to our police force for patiently building a case against two of our less desirable residence. I hope our justice system can maintain that peace.
National Post
Police lay 117 charges against father, son for harassing west-end neighbourhood
Police arrested a father and son yesterday on 117 charges of mischief, harassment and other offences after what they call a three-year campaign of "unprovoked and malicious actions [which] affected an entire neighbourhood." The arrests came after police launched Project Calzone to probe incidents of vandalism and harassment aimed at businesses and residents in the Dundas Street West and Quebec Avenue area. One local shop owner, who did not want his name used, said the pair were "tough-guy wannabes" who would break windows, vandalize cars and threaten people who had offended them. "These … fancy themselves mobsters, like the Sopranos, but they were just bullies," he said. The investigation took several months to nab the two suspects, who would often use accomplices to carry out the vandalism. Ralph Scala, 36, faces 113 charges, including threatening damage, mischief, criminal harassment and failure to comply with probation conditions. His father Felice Scala, 61, is charged with criminal harassment, mischief and two counts of breach of recognizance.
Moonmoth
Active Member
How was the residents meeting anyway? Any key issues discussed there or minutes available anywhere?
Martin in the Junction
New Member
The meeting was good but a bit disorganised, more of a meet the neighbours event. Next time we should have a mediator and a few Roberts rules.
It was a positive start to reenergising the association and good sign for the Junction. Below are the meeting minutes.
Minutes of Meeting No. 1.
Date: July 2, 2008
Time: 7:00PM
Location: The Troubadour Bar – 3071 Dundas St. West
Next Meeting: August 6, 2008
Attendance: Refer to email distribution at the end of the minutes
NEW BUSINESS
Item Description Action
1.1 Introductions were given by everyone in attendance; approx. 30 people were in attendance. Info
1.2 There was discussion during the introductions about police presence in the neighborhood – the group came to a consensus that this was an important issue, but was not the main purpose for the meeting today. Info
1.3 A gentleman provided some insight into the previous iteration of the Residents Association (RA), which is currently dormant. It was noted that in order to revive the RA, some clear goals / objectives need to be outlined:
• What is the structure of the RA to be? This needs to be better defined once more input is solicited from the community.
• What is the mission statement? This is critical as it needs to be positive, and a message that shows the community at large that the group is organized and can achieve tangible results for the residents.
Other items, such as name, etc… were also discussed, as well as methods for which we could solicit community involvement. Info
1.4 It was proposed that a booth be organized for the Junction Arts Festival (September 3 – 7, 2008) which could announce to the community that the RA was looking to become active once again, and solicit residents who would be interested in participating. This effort will need to be further discussed at the next meeting in August.
The booth would need to focus on the positive events / activities that are occurring and could occur in the Junction; this outreach to the community could also be used to solicit ideas for the RA to focus on as goals for 2009; an example of this included the revitalization of the Vine Park jungle gym set. There was discussion about $10,000 potentially being available from the City based on prior commitments and funds from developers – though no one was clear where or how this money could be obtained. Info
It was a positive start to reenergising the association and good sign for the Junction. Below are the meeting minutes.
Minutes of Meeting No. 1.
Date: July 2, 2008
Time: 7:00PM
Location: The Troubadour Bar – 3071 Dundas St. West
Next Meeting: August 6, 2008
Attendance: Refer to email distribution at the end of the minutes
NEW BUSINESS
Item Description Action
1.1 Introductions were given by everyone in attendance; approx. 30 people were in attendance. Info
1.2 There was discussion during the introductions about police presence in the neighborhood – the group came to a consensus that this was an important issue, but was not the main purpose for the meeting today. Info
1.3 A gentleman provided some insight into the previous iteration of the Residents Association (RA), which is currently dormant. It was noted that in order to revive the RA, some clear goals / objectives need to be outlined:
• What is the structure of the RA to be? This needs to be better defined once more input is solicited from the community.
• What is the mission statement? This is critical as it needs to be positive, and a message that shows the community at large that the group is organized and can achieve tangible results for the residents.
Other items, such as name, etc… were also discussed, as well as methods for which we could solicit community involvement. Info
1.4 It was proposed that a booth be organized for the Junction Arts Festival (September 3 – 7, 2008) which could announce to the community that the RA was looking to become active once again, and solicit residents who would be interested in participating. This effort will need to be further discussed at the next meeting in August.
The booth would need to focus on the positive events / activities that are occurring and could occur in the Junction; this outreach to the community could also be used to solicit ideas for the RA to focus on as goals for 2009; an example of this included the revitalization of the Vine Park jungle gym set. There was discussion about $10,000 potentially being available from the City based on prior commitments and funds from developers – though no one was clear where or how this money could be obtained. Info
urbandreamer
recession proof
18 July 2008 photo update: The Foundation, coming soon
Dundas West of Aziel:
When does it open--August?
Dundas West of Aziel:
When does it open--August?
junction_parents
Active Member
I can't wait..........................
junction_parents
Active Member
About the residen't meeting being held at the Troubadour's patio... were people smoking? That patio is not smoke free.. just curious.
junction_parents
Active Member
New women's/kid's clothing store opening at the end of August!
Martin in the Junction
New Member
JP, I didn’t notice anybody smoking during the meeting but when it was over people waiting in the bar came out and started.
The Foundation sounds great, I hope it’s as good as the one in Vancouver.
The Foundation sounds great, I hope it’s as good as the one in Vancouver.
urbandreamer
recession proof
13 August photo update of the junction retail scene
Junction insiders, I've got a question for you: What shop is going in the storefront under renovation: the first photo here:
Otherwise, I notice The Foundation isn't open yet--anyone have an idea when they open?
I finally ate at THE BEET: yummy (or at least their salad and bbq chicken sandwich is), if a tad over-priced. I mean, afterward I noticed the Sweet Potato sells basically the same sandwiches, only for $6.99 instead of $9.99. Is there a reason for this difference? Btw, the Beet coffee is very good, and cheaper than Crema Coffee (and better tasting, too imho!) The Beet chef (well she's rather a youngish gal
) told me they're applying for a liquor license, so extended hours should make their patio more lively. However, my date was wondering: Are there any local 100% organic brews that would compliment the Beet's 100% organic mandate? And they're reconfiguring their interior space--more tables coming to replace the awkward shelving displays.
Finally, I had to peek inside Crema Coffee--haven't been there in a few months (because honestly I'm not a fan of their brew.) Noticed: they're making their own baked goods now, and the place (for a rainy Wednesday noon hour) was hopping with MAC lovers. Too trendy, imho. (As is The Beet--socialists don't make good business folk....
18 August 2008 update: Went to Crema Coffee again and tried their drip coffee. OMG what a huge mistake! It's worse than even Coffee Time!
Then went to Sweet Potato and had an organic sandwich; now I understand the difference between them and the Beet: the former is pedestrian while the Beet can't be beat!
Junction insiders, I've got a question for you: What shop is going in the storefront under renovation: the first photo here:
Otherwise, I notice The Foundation isn't open yet--anyone have an idea when they open?
I finally ate at THE BEET: yummy (or at least their salad and bbq chicken sandwich is), if a tad over-priced. I mean, afterward I noticed the Sweet Potato sells basically the same sandwiches, only for $6.99 instead of $9.99. Is there a reason for this difference? Btw, the Beet coffee is very good, and cheaper than Crema Coffee (and better tasting, too imho!) The Beet chef (well she's rather a youngish gal
) told me they're applying for a liquor license, so extended hours should make their patio more lively. However, my date was wondering: Are there any local 100% organic brews that would compliment the Beet's 100% organic mandate? And they're reconfiguring their interior space--more tables coming to replace the awkward shelving displays.Finally, I had to peek inside Crema Coffee--haven't been there in a few months (because honestly I'm not a fan of their brew.) Noticed: they're making their own baked goods now, and the place (for a rainy Wednesday noon hour) was hopping with MAC lovers. Too trendy, imho.
(As is The Beet--socialists don't make good business folk....18 August 2008 update: Went to Crema Coffee again and tried their drip coffee. OMG what a huge mistake! It's worse than even Coffee Time!
Then went to Sweet Potato and had an organic sandwich; now I understand the difference between them and the Beet: the former is pedestrian while the Beet can't be beat!
rh-7
New Member
Is the Mill St Organic 100% organic?
rh-7
New Member
An article about the Junction in September's Toronto Life
http://www.torontolife.com/features/extreme-junction/
"At long last, the west-end nabe is booming
It wasn’t so long ago that prostitutes and their johns used the Junction as their clubhouse, but now, with high-end cafés, haute chocolate shops and even an organic market moving in, this chronically on-the-brink neighbourhood has finally graduated from next big thing to officially right-side-of-the-tracks."
Short, but sweet
http://www.torontolife.com/features/extreme-junction/
"At long last, the west-end nabe is booming
It wasn’t so long ago that prostitutes and their johns used the Junction as their clubhouse, but now, with high-end cafés, haute chocolate shops and even an organic market moving in, this chronically on-the-brink neighbourhood has finally graduated from next big thing to officially right-side-of-the-tracks."
Short, but sweet
W. K. Lis
Superstar
Jane LRT through The Junction?
Would you want the Jane LRT to go through The Junction? Instead of terminating the Jane LRT at Jane Station, why not terminate it at Dundas West Station, and in the process pass through The Junction. I would want the Jane LRT to turn at Dundas and follow the railway right-of-way to Dundas West Station. Others want the Jane LRT to follow the railway right-of-way from Weston Road and Jane down to the Dundas West Station. What are your preferences?
The Open Houses for the Jane LRT are at:
Would you want the Jane LRT to go through The Junction? Instead of terminating the Jane LRT at Jane Station, why not terminate it at Dundas West Station, and in the process pass through The Junction. I would want the Jane LRT to turn at Dundas and follow the railway right-of-way to Dundas West Station. Others want the Jane LRT to follow the railway right-of-way from Weston Road and Jane down to the Dundas West Station. What are your preferences?
The Open Houses for the Jane LRT are at:
- Tuesday, August 26, 2008
6:30pm to 9:00pm
Jane Finch Mall
1911 Finch Avenue West (SE corner of Finch Ave and Jane St)
- Thursday, August 28, 2008
6:30pm to 9:00pm
Syme Woolner Community School - Gymnasium
69 Pritchard Ave (north of Jane and St. Clair intersection, east of Jane)