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Over 100 Artists Expected to Perform at Lab Cab Festival in Parkdale!

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The Lab Cab Festival moves to Parkdale!!! 

After six years at the Factory Theatre, the Lab Cab Festival is spreading its wings and flying into Parkdale!

Short works of music, dance, theatre, film, poetry, kids stuff, clown, visual art and comedy will be showcased in the restaurants, hair salons, clothing stores, cafes, bars, flower shops, parks, antique stores, community centres, laundromats and parking lots of the historic and diverse neighbourhood of Parkdale. All for free!

“We wanted to grow Lab Cab in order to curate more artists and engage more audiences. Parkdale’ s cultural and financial diversity inspires us. Bringing Lab Cab into the stores, businesses and community centres in the area unifies the neighbourhood and gives more people access to art and creation.”

-Aviva Armour-Ostroff, Artistic Director

Beginning at noon on Queen St. West near Roncesvalles Ave. and moving east toward Dufferin St. throughout the day, over one hundred performance groups from various artistic disciplines present work between 5 and 30 minutes.

Choose between a ten minute dance piece in West End Comics, twenty minutes of live music in the Sun Fa restaurant or a fifteen minute stand up routine in Shawn Skeir Gallery…there is something for everyone and at least five performances to choose from at one time. Performers range from age sixteen to seventy, from the newly emerged to the well established.

Lab Cab starts each day with a FREE PANCAKE BREAKFAST from 12 – 12:30 outside Hideaway Antiques.

There are performances and activities for kids of all ages. Nannies on Call partner with Lab Cab to provide FREE CHILD CARE for parents seeking a more mature artistic experience.

As Lab Cab promotes community building as well as arts awareness, businesses along Queen Street West in Parkdale will be having sidewalk sales and selling food outside their businesses.

Support from the Ontario Trillium Foundation has allowed for a new initiative of free artist led workshops. People can sign up on the day to make puppets (Dutch Uncle Puppetry), create a clown character (Helen Donnelly), learn the Singkill fan dance (Catherine Hernandez), make jewellery (Michelene Sutherland) and kids can create a piece of visual art (Shirin Divanbegi). All are welcome to contribute to the mural being created by graffiti artist Gloria “Fiya” Monreal.

Please refer to our website for a full schedule and program. www.labcab.ca

Lab Cab Festival: Parkdale is a multi-disciplinary event, engaging over one hundred artists from seven artistic genres. Participants include:

THEATRE: Shadowland, Christian Lloyd, Natalie Kulesza, Raoul Bhaneja, Brooke Banning, Clinton Walker, FIXT POINT, Katherine Lanteigne, Making Room & Farah Merani, Michael Rubenfeld & Sarah Garton Stanley, Amy Lee Lavoie, Camille Stubel, Jessica Moss, Laura Nanni, Marilo Nunez, Michelle Polak, Morgan Norwich & Johnnie Walker, Severn Thompson, Sashoya and Derek Kwan

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LITERARY: Daniela Saioni, Maria Meindl, Verne Good, Andrea Villanueva, Lisa Young, Jeremy Hanson-Finger, Jenna Turk, Nicholas Sgouros, Shari Kasman and Sarah Sheard & David Bolt

DANCE: Caroline Niklas-Gordon, Daniella Beltrami, Barb Lindenberg, Dark Dance, Gadfly, Kristy Kennedy, Meagan O’Shea, Triana Project Cuadro Flamenco, Lee Pham and Toni Ellwand

FILM: Arturo Perez Torres & Saylor Perez Haynes, Azza El Siddique, Bruce Hunter, Joe Pingue, Melissa D’Agostino & Matt Campagna, Teresa Pavlinek & Shoshana Sperling, Tricia Collins and Rob King

VISUAL ART: Shawn Skeir, Edie Inksetter, Allegra Fulton, Re-Imagining Dementia Through the Arts, Julie Campagna, Johnny Spiff, Corinna Schnitt, Tyde and PARC knits.

COMEDY/CLOWN: Mackenzie Muldoon, Annie Bradley, Asiansploitation, Greg Thomas, Carolyn Bennett, Joanne O’Sullivan & Christy Bruce, Kevin Dowse, Lindy Zucker and Amy Matisyo & Dina Pino.

MUSIC: Andrea Hatala, Bob Wiseman, Danny Simmons, Diem Lafortune, Emma Phillips, Heniz Klien, Jayli Wolf, John and Wally, Kaïa Kater, Karrnnel Sawitsky, Kim Jarrett, Kristin Cavoukian, Local 164, Patrick Brealey, Steven McCarthy & Jason O’Brien, The Gypsy Rebels, Treva, Urvah Khan, Kim Lee, Beams, Kalsang Doma, Domanique Grant and Victoria Carr

STUFF FOR KIDS: Heather Mazhar (music), Yolanda Yott (puppets), Stevie Jay (clown), Andrew Larsen (reading), Leah Salomaa Family Music (music), Winston Spear (dance), Space Chums (music), Laylah Jane (kids dance party) and Sing Along Tim and the Pacifiers (music)

Lab Cab Festival: Parkdale

Saturday, July 27th  and Sunday July 28th, 2013

12pm-6pm

Admission: FREE!

Beginning in venues closest to Roncesvalles Ave, moving east on Queen St. and ending at Dufferin St. by 6pm 

Full schedule and program available online and onsite.

www.labcab.ca

Media Contact: Aviva Armour-Ostroff aviva@labcab.ca 416-629-8609

The Lab Cab Festival is supported by the Ontario Trillium Foundation, Toronto Arts Council, Canadian Heritage and the Parkdale Village BIA.

 

 

Ambassadors to perform Random Acts of Kindness in Parkdale

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PARKDALE VILLAGE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA PERFORMS RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS ALONG QUEEN WEST

 TORONTO, July 5, 2013 – Be on the lookout throughout July for Parkdale Village (BIA) Business Improvement Area ambassadors brightening the day of residents, businesses and visitors! To say thank-you for visiting Parkdale Village and supporting Parkdale Village BIA member businesses, a team of eight ambassadors will be performing random acts of kindness along Queen Street West, assisting visitors, offering directions and demonstrating the community spirit that’s at the heart of Parkdale. There will be free water and newspapers handed out, street sweepers keeping storefronts clean, handy reusable branded shopping bags, even complimentary parking if you get spotted by an ambassador… all courtesy of the Parkdale Village BIA. The campaign coincides with new brochures highlighting businesses and community resources which will be distributed and on display in over 150 businesses – pick one up today! The Random Acts of Kindness Campaign within the Parkdale Village BIA proudly encourages everyone to shop local, support the community and pay it forward.

random acts of kindnessWho: Compliments of the Parkdale Village Business Improvement Area

What: Parkdale Village Business Improvement Area ambassadors, dressed in neon-green Parkdale t-shirts and aprons will roam Queen Street West and interact with residents, businesses and visitors by:

  • Handing out Parkdale bags
  • Handing out brochures
  • Handing out water bottles & newspapers
  • Paying for parking
  • Opening doors
  • Sweeping the street
  • Handing out yellow City garbage bags (to business owners)

Where: Along Queen Street West within the Parkdale BIA, between Dufferin Street and Roncesvalles Avenue

When: Keep an eye out for Parkdale Village BIA ambassadors throughout July

Why: To welcome and say thank-you to residents and visitors exploring Parkdale Village and supporting its BIA members.

For more information or interview requests:

Anna Bartula, Executive Director director@parkdalevillagebia.com
Carolyn Grisold, Communications Associate info@parkdalevillagebia.com
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Parkdale Proudly Welcomes Lab Cab Festival

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Facebook Banner Lab Cab 2013

The Parkdale Village BIA is proud to sponsor the Lab Cab Festival and Sidewalk Sale on July 27th and 28th.

Lab Cab is an annual, two-day multi-arts festival which includes free family activities, rickshaw rides, sidewalk sale and of course music, dance, theatre, film, poetry, kids’ stuff, visual art and comedy performed in restaurants, bars, community centres, boutiques, cafés, parks, library, parking lots, hair salons, flower shops, clothing stores, convenience stores, antique stores and book stores. Acts range from 2 to 40 minutes, and are performed by seasoned and amateur artists from 12:00pm-6:00pm throughout the weekend along Queen Street West.

Founded in 2001, the mandate of Lab Cab (short for “Laboratory Cabaret”) is to provide a home for local artists of various disciplines to experiment with new work in a fun and risk-free environment. The first Lab Cab Festival premiered in the fall of 2006 with over 50 arts groups filling every nook and cranny of the Factory Theatre at Adelaide and Bathurst.

Parkdale Village BIA is excited to host Lab Cab in 2013 as the festival flourishes throughout our neighbourhood with over 100 performance groups in more than 50 Parkdale Village businesses and venues.

And the best part? It’s FREE.

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Courtesy of Lab Cab Festival

Stay tuned to http://www.labcab.ca/site/2013-festival/ for line-up and schedule updates!

To volunteer for the festival email us at director@parkdalevillagebia.com or contact Nausheen Currington by email nausheen@labcab.ca or by phone at 647-229-5175.

Parkdale Patio Guide

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The best part about summer is, arguably, dining al fresco. Whether you’re out for a full meal or a quick pint, nothing beats sitting in the sun on one of Toronto’s many patios. You don’t need to look far to find them – some of the best to be had are in your own backyard.

From Dufferin to Roncesvalles, here is a list of the licensed restaurants within the Parkdale Village BIA that have an outdoor patio:

Rustic Cosmo

Rustic Cosmo Café

Famous for its cow-in-martini-glass logo, Rustic Cosmo has been a Parkdale staple since 1995. Known for its delicious sandwiches, breakfasts and friendly, familiar faces, this little gem of a café has a charming little backyard patio too.

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The Parkdale Drink

Asian-inspired cuisine and live DJs create a fun, party-like atmosphere in this resto-martini bar. With an intimate back patio complete with natural stone waterfall, The Parkdale Drink is a contemporary night-time neighbourhood destination.

Cadillac Lounge

Cadillac Lounge

This large backyard patio resembles a funky cottage-country deck and half of it is covered, which is perfect for inclement weather. The Caddy’s menu has undergone a delicious upgrade; try the microgreen house salad or any of their smoked meats. Addictive.

The Rhino

The Rhino

Though technically it’s a side patio, The Rhino’s outdoor seating area is one of two in Parkdale that faces the street. A perfect place for people watching, there’s ample room and more than 20 beers on tap to satisfy anyone’s taste. Plus, their menu is affordable, satisfyingly diverse and includes a section of “something on a stick.”

Grand Electric

Hip tacos and bourbon joint, Grand Electric, is open for lunch and dinner seven days a week (closed between 4-5:30pm). Their backyard patio, cozy with communal picnic tables, is currently pending approval by the City. Check back for more updates over the next few weeks on ParkdaleVillageBIA.com.

OM Restaurant

Om Restaurant

If you’re going to hit up a patio in Parkdale, you might as well take advantage of the resident Tibetan diaspora while you’re at it. Om serves up authentic Tibetan and Indian dishes – including delicious momos – and its large south-facing back patio is tucked away under the canopy of neighbouring trees.

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Not My Dog

Open from 7pm to close, Not My Dog offers a secluded back patio that’s only accessible through its basement. The Dog’s menu is incredibly affordable and surprisingly Asian-inspired (try the perfectly spicy chicken curry). There’s also live music.

Tibet Kitchen

Tibet Kitchen

One of the two Tibetan restaurants in Parkdale with a patio, Tibet Kitchen is open for lunch and dinner. In addition to Tibetan delicacies, Tibet Kitchen’s menu includes other Asian favourites like spring rolls and great deals on (spicy!) lunch specials too. Vegetarian friendly.

Mezzrow's

Mezzrow’s

This casual backyard patio is a haven for local hipsters and hippies alike, with live music, a feel-good vibe, affordable pub grub and an infamous fish tank. Go here for a low-key pint with your Parkdale posse.

The Sister

The Sister

Casual pub The Sister (previously known as Mitzi’s Sister) has been a Parkdale favourite for years. Open at 4pm, their patio seats 40 and is the perfect place for a comforting daily special like roast beef dinner on Sundays, $5 Martini Mondays, half-price nachos on Tuesdays, and $12 pitchers of Great Lakes Golden Horseshoe on Thursdays. Plus, kids eat free Wednesdays until 7pm.

geraldine

Geraldine

Coming soon is local owner/chef Peter Ramsay’s seafood joint Geraldine. This hot-spot will boast the second of only two front street patios along the Parkdale BIA strip and will surely please seafood aficionados looking for a twist!

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Food and Liquor

The newest kid on the black, late night snack bar Food and Liquor has taken over the premises of patio favourite Poor John’s Café. Expect quality times from 5pm to close, Thursday to Monday, with a menu developed by chefs from Campagnolo and Victor at Hotel Le Germain.

Amico's Pizza

Amico’s Ristorante

Celebrating its 35th anniversary this August, Amico’s offers reliable classic Italian pizzas (half-price on Wednesdays), pasta and sandwiches in a cozy restaurant with a backyard patio. The atmosphere is casual and family-friendly – plus, from Thursday to Saturday, it’s open until 4am.

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Local Kitchen & Wine Bar

Located at the west end of Parkdale’s Queen West strip, Local is an Italian kitchen and wine bar, specializing in house-made pasta and simple, locally-grown foods. Add to that a backyard patio and what’s not to love?

Stay tuned for an extended Parkdale Patio Guide as we reveal more hidden gems, unlicensed courtyards, patios & outdoor spaces!

Council passes Queen Street West Restaurant Study

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On Tuesday June 18th, 2013 Toronto and East York Community Council unanimously passed the bylaws which limit the concentration of bars and restaurants in the Parkdale Village BIA. The study includes a variety of amendments including patios and capacity. These resulting recommendations will be considered by Toronto City Council at its next meeting.

To view recent media reports related to the passing of this bylaw, please view the following:

Inside Toronto, Globe and Mail, Toronto Sun, CBC, Blogto

 

Detailed information regarding the proposal are available by clicking here, additionally, background information and material and a copy of the propoed Zoning By-law Amendment, may be obtained by contacting Dan Nicholson, Planner at 416-397-4077, or by email at dnichol2@toronto.ca or Joanne Kimont, Planner at 416-392-7216 or by email at jkimont@toronto.ca

If you wish to submit written comments, please forward them to the City Clerk, attention: Rosalind Dyers, Administrator, Toronto and East York Community Council, City Hall, 2nd Floor West, 100 Queen Street West, Toronto ON M5H 2N2, or by Fax: 416-397-0111, or by email to teycc@toronto.ca

Parkdale Gift Guide for Fathers Day

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Is your father a man-about-town? A handyman? A family man? There’s something for every Dad in Parkdale Village.

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West End Comics

Nothing satisfies dads childhood cravings better than comic books—or graphic novels as the grown-ups call them. West End also sells action figurines, collectibles, cufflinks and toys. They are also having a Father’s Day Sale with 10% off storewide.

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FullWorth

Parkdale’s one-stop-shop for all your departmental desires. From groceries to appliances, Fullworth has everything you need, and at a price point that’s well within your budget. Get lost in the aisles hunting for the perfect gift that represents Dad’s full worth!

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Cattlemen’s Meat Market

Not all gifts need to be displayed on the fireplace mantle. Some are best consumed at the dinner table. When you can’t find the right thing for your old man, why not cook him a great steak dinner? And there’s nowhere better to go for that than Parkdale’s oldest butcher shop. You may even want to bring Dad to the counter as part of his present—for a walk down memory lane!

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Skyline Restaurant

Not all Dads want breakfast in bed, but every man loves a traditional fry up. Skyline is a no-frills “greasy spoon” in the best sense of the term. With an old school style (and an original ‘50s milkshake maker), feel-good classics on the menu, vinyl on the chairs and a smile on the servers’ faces—this neighbourhood staple is a winner all around. Skyline is affordable, comfortable and a great place to take Dad for a casual meal and chat about life.

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Crown Flora Studio

It’s not just Mom who appreciates gifts of the floral variety. But why not upgrade those commonplace stems and get Dad a stunning terrarium from Crown Flora Studio? If you want to have more of an interactive experience as part of your gift, the shop offers terrarium-making workshops as well. There are also handmade leather goods to be had—perfect for a stylish Dad.

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Elevator

For the discerning Dad in your life, take him to the next level with Elevator. These quintessentially charming accessories are perfect for the modern man. With a British twist, and surprisingly affordable prices, Dad can be a well-dressed man with stylish hats, scarves, cufflinks, ties, socks and shades. Be warned: it will be hard to resist picking up a little something-something for yourself as well.

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Home Hardware

If your Dad is more handy than handsome, why not help stock his tool belt with a gift card from Home Hardware? He can pick out the missing piece for his renovation collection, and perhaps even help you fix that broken hinge or hang that cool garage sale find. After all, isn’t that what dads are for?

For more shopping ideas, visit our online directory here.

Parkdale’s International Flair Makes for a Welcoming Tourist Destination

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In two years, Toronto will host the 2015 Pan/Parapan Am Games. Held every four years, the world’s third largest international, multi-sport games will attract an influx of tourists, athletes and spectators to municipalities from Oshawa to Welland, giving Toronto—and Parkdale—the chance to demonstrate its hosting ability as a welcoming, world-class destination.

Nearby Exhibition Place will play home to Toronto Pan Am Park, the largest of the Games’ seven venue clusters. With events such as volleyball, rugby, gymnastics, weightlifting and triathlon, it will also be the starting and finishing lines for road cycling. Exact numbers of expected visitors vary, but for reference, the 2011 Games in Guadalajara, Mexico, drew over 450,000 visitors, spending upwards of US $210 million. It’s clear that the 2015 Pan/Parapan Am Games offers an incredible opportunity for Parkdale businesses to generate revenue through tourist spend.

Recently, celebrated Toronto Star food writer Corey Mintz showcased Parkdale as a featured destination in Porter Airlines’ re:porter magazine. This exciting five-page spread highlighted Parkdale’s desirability and covered local businesses Porzia, Capital Espresso, Chantecler, Electric Mud BBQ, The Future of Frances Watson, Studio Brillantine, Hideaway Antiques, General Hardware Contemporary and The Workroom. Read the full article here > 

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re:porter Words: Corey Mintz Photography: Dan Ehrenworth

In The Not-So-Wild West, Mintz credits Parkdale’s diverse community of artists and immigrants for what he calls a robust revival—but we know has been here all along. This dynamic neighbourhood’s international flair and inclusive atmosphere makes it the perfect destination for tourism. 

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re:porter Words: Corey Mintz Photography: Dan Ehrenworth

Comprised of 41 countries in North, Central and South America as well as the Caribbean, the Pan/Parapan Am Games will create a varied group of travellers, each seeking new—and familiar—experiences. Southern Caribbean and Guyanese visitors can sample a bite of home at one of Parkdale’s many roti shops, such as Roti Lady, or explore new tastes at Om Tibetan Restaurant. Grand Electric provides Mexican fusion, and there are numerous affordable options for American tourists looking for a quick slice of pizza, or perhaps a more Canadian icy treat to cool them down from The Boreal Gelato Company. 

Beyond cuisine, the uniqueness of Parkdale Village BIA’s businesses provide both residents and visitors alike with a variety of shopping possibilities that would satisfy any fashionista or bargain hunter. From bustling antique markets like Passion for the Past, specialized boutiques, such as Sylvie and Shimmy, to contemporary art galleries like Shawn Skeir, this diverse community offers something for everyone.

And when the Games end and the sun sets, any one of Parkdale’s bustling bars, such as The Parkdale Drink or The Local Kitchen and Wine Bar, would make the perfect place to sip a cocktail and chat the night away with new friends!

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re:porter Words: Corey Mintz Photography: Dan Ehrenworth

Parkdale has clearly undergone a renaissance, rediscovering its roots as a vibrant neighbourhood that delights and welcomes visitors. The presence of a large immigrant community and an influx of artists and young professionals have helped create the distinct personality that will entice tourists and enhance business for years to come.

Notice of Public Meeting: Queen Street West Restaurant Study

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You are invited to attend a public meeting to make your views known regarding the proposal to amend the Zoning By-law with respect to implementing additional restrictions on restaurants and related uses on Queen Street West, between Roncesvalles Avenue and Dufferin Street in Ward 14 in order to mitigate land use conflicts between restaurants and the adjacent neighbouthood.

The public meeting is being held by the Toronto and East York Community Council, on Tuesday June 18th, 2013, 10:00am in the Committee Room 1, 2nd Floor, City Hall, 100 Queen Street West. The Applicant: City of Tooronto is requesting to Amend the Zoning By-law Application No. 11 232412 STE 14 OZ

Detailed information regarding the proposal are available by clicking here, additionally, background information and material and a copy of the propoed Zoning By-law Amendment, may be obtained by contacting Dan Nicholson, Planner at 416-397-4077, or by email ar dnichol2@toronto.ca or Joanne Kimont, Planner at 416-392-7216 or by email at jkimont@toronto.ca 

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If you wish to submit written comments, please forward them to the City Clerk, attention: Rosalind Dyers, Administrator, Toronto and East York Community Council, City Hall, 2nd Floor West, 100 Queen Street West, Toronto ON M5H 2N2, or by Fax: 416-397-0111, or by email to teycc@toronto.ca

To view past media reports related to the Moratorium/ Interim Control By-law please view the following: The Grid, November Consultation Meeting, City Council consideration, Blog.  

 

Parkdale Village Businesses Embracing Retail Technology

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Big changes sometimes come in small packages.

Or, at least, so is the case with Square Inc., the plug-in point-of-sale technology invented by Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey.

Easily attached to an iPhone, iPad or Android handheld device, Square allows customers to pay for items using their credit card – and lets businesses avoid paying hefting fees associated with traditional POS systems like Moneris, which is actually owned by BMO and RBC. (Square does charge a 2.75 percent processing fee per transaction, though, but this works out to be quite minimal and affordable in comparison.)

Square came to Canada less than a year ago, but it’s already changing the face of Main Street retail.

Take Parkdale’s Crown Flora Studio, for example. Co-owner Adam Mallory was recently interviewed by the Toronto Star on his experience with the miniature POS system. Read full story here >

And Crown Flora isn’t the only local business embracing this convenient new retail technology; Shawn Skeir Gallery is also a fan.

“Square lets me conduct sales both in my gallery and in my studio,” says Skeir. “My customers appreciate the option of paying with credit, and I have been able to take advantages of sales that maybe I would have missed without [the technology].”

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Recently, at the Toronto Association of Business Improvement Areas (TABIA) Annual General Meeting held at Scotia Plaza, Executive Director John Kiru shared trends and activity in Main Street retail. Although big box retail is taking considerable revenues away from small business, it’s important for consumers to remember that shopping local has a ripple effect. For every dollar spent on Main Streets, 67 cents goes back into the community, versus only 53 cents with big box (which are most often foreign-owned).

It is retail technologies like Square that are indirectly benefiting communities such as Parkdale by helping its small business owners not miss out on credit purchase opportunities.

A great way to learn more about the retail industry’s latest trends and innovative technologies is STORE 2013: The Evolution of Retail, taking place at Toronto Congress Centre on June 4th and 5th. Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, the Retail Council of Canada offers this informative conference to more than 300 business attendees for networking, education and advancement. Due to popular demand, grocery-specific content and an independent retailers section have been added.

For more information please visit http://www.storeconference.ca/

Kick off CONTACT Photography Festival this weekend in Parkdale Village!

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CONTACT Photography Festival & Parkdale Village BIA 

– The Parkdale Village BIA invites visitors to explore an exhibition of student work within nine venues along Queen Street West May 4th from 6:00pm –

Parkdale, Toronto, Ontario (May 1, 2013) The Parkdale Village BIA is delighted to present the photographic work of over thirty Parkdale Collegiate Institute students at the 2013 Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival. In a collaborative effort between the Parkdale Village BIA, PCI and under the mentorship of artist Jonathan Groeneweg, students were asked to interpret through photography the theme ‘Field of Vision’, and what it represents within their community.

Over the course of six weeks and with the guidance of PCI teachers, the students had the opportunity to use point and shoot as well as digital cameras; they learned the principles and history of photography, and a new element to this year’s project included introducing PCI students to guest speakers, such as camera collectors and artists who shared their photographic work and inspiration.

Their results will be displayed throughout May within nine Parkdale Village venues along Queen Street West from Roncesvalles Avenue to Dufferin Street, they include; Go Lounge (1718 Queen St. W.), My Roll Life (1714 Queen St. W.), Chartreuse Style (1692 Queen St. W.), West End Comics (1590 Queen St. W.), Parkdale Activity – Recreation Centre (1499 Queen St. W.), Boutique Café (1542 Queen St. W.), Ground Level Café (1496 Queen St. W.), Common Sort (1414 Queen St. W.), West End Food Coop 91229 Queen St. W.).

Visitors are encouraged to explore Parkdale Village Saturday May 4th from 6:00pm to kick off the Festival and celebrate the student’s achievements by visiting all the exhibits!

Additionally, we encourage you to discover the other exhibits within Parkdale Village throughout May, including Mark Christopher Gallery (1594 Queen St. W.), Gallery 1313 (1313 Queen St. W.), Shopgirls Gallery Boutique (1342 Queen St. W.), Goodfellas Gallery (1266 Queen St. W.), & Parkdale Community Health Centre (1229 Queen St. W.).

A special thank you to The Baitshop for generously printing the photographs. 

For Inquiries:                                                                                             director@parkdalevillagebia.com    416.536.6918           

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