Yes Mimico there is a real Ed’s Real Scoop. And he is now retired as churn master and enjoying life in the Beach.

The first Ed’s Real Scoop ‘small batch ice cream, gelato, sorbet and yogurt’ shop appeared on the scene about 20 years ago in the Beach.

The cones caught on. Now there are four locations: including Leslieville, Roncesvalles, Beach and 2370 Lake Shore Blvd. W., where Mark Johnson is the owner.

Johnson grew up in the Beach area with company founder Ed Francis and has worked for him on and off.

He says Ed is a shrewd businessman, who was originally from Ohio, but moved here after marrying a Canadian woman in the 1980s. They settled in the Beach, where they opened their first store.

“He was a physicist, worked in insurance and had many other jobs,” Johnson recalls. “In his 50s he decided to sell everything and get into the ice cream business.”

It wasn’t long before his natural, creamy ice cream took off, with people lining up on hot days to get a treat to cool down.

“It is home-made ice cream,” Johnson says. “Everything is made from natural ingredients right here in our store. It’s all fresh and made in the last day or two.”

The store carries about 290 different recipes for ice creams, in addition to cakes and other treats.

“We only carry full fat ice cream,” he says. “Our ice cream is creamy, has a better taste and texture than others.”

The Lake Shore Blvd. W., and Albert Ave., location is one of the last full-serve ice cream parlours that still exist in the South Etobicoke area today.

Orders can be placed to Ed’s Real Scoop, Lakeshore store, at 416-259-9595 or visit edsrealscoop.com. They are open from 12 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Here are some exciting events happening in our community:

 

A group called the Migrant Rights Network is calling on the Canadian government to take immediate action to support Afghan migrants and refugees in light of the chaos now taking place for those trying to flee Afghanistan.

The group warns that a Canadian election is underway for September 20 and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau promise to relocate “as many Afghans as possible’” must come with urgent timelines.

There must also be “full government financial and logistical support, full rights and protections for those coming or already here.”

Tens of thousands of Afghan interpreters worked for Canadian, U.S. and other allies during the war in Afghanistan, and many are worried they will be targeted and killed by the Taliban.

“If my family get executed or any other family get executed, know that you have their blood on your hands,” one Afghan woman told CTV News.

“The only person who is going to be responsible for the murder, merciless murder of the interpreters in Afghanistan, that will be only — and only — the leader of this country and that’s going to be Justin Trudeau.”

The Prime Minister has said Canada is doing all in its power, including using a third country, to bring the interpreters and others safely to this country.

The MRN, which claims to be Canada’s largest migrant-led coalition, is calling for “immediate full passage by any means for all Afghans and their families, who may face reprisals, including women’s and human rights defenders and those who acted as interpreters, volunteers and employees in all roles with the Canadian military or government.”

“Documentation and application requirements must be waived in response to the dire situation under the new regime in Afghanistan,” the group said.

The MRN is also calling for the deportations of Afghans from Canada be stopped, including those to “safe third countries.”

The Network also want status granted to permanent residents from Afghanistan and their families, including undocumented migrants, current and failed refugee claimants, workers and students.

“The Canadian government must take full responsibility for resettlement, not download the burden to private for family sponsorships,” the MRN said in a statement.

They called on political parties to help relocate the Afghans.

“We call on all political parties to commit to ensure immediate and full equality, rights, and supports for all refugees and migrants, including workers, students, families and undocumented people,” they said.

Canada has resumed military flights into Kabul for the first time since closing its embassy. Two Canadian Armed Forces C-17s will now be making “regular flights” into the region as part of the exodus, Trudeau said.

There are at least 1,500 Afghan interpreters with up to 5,000 dependents on a waiting list for Canadian visas.

 

 

 

Police are warning single women of a penis-waving pervert stalking females in Oakville.

The suspect has spotted twice in two different locations by women and they called police.

Halton Regional Police said the suspect was spotted on August 17 around 6:30 p.m. by a female who was walking along the Morrison Creek Trail system, near Eight Line and Upper Middle Road, in Oakville.

“A male exposed his penis to the female as she walked past, then he changed direction and began following her,” officers said in a press release. “The female fled the area to a place of safety and reported the incident to police.”

The male was unknown to the female and there was no verbal interaction.

The suspect was spotted a second time on August 19 around 10 p.m. on a residential street, in the area of Golden Briar Trail and Glenashton Drive, police said.

“A male, believed to be the same as the male in the previous incident, exposed his penis to a female on a residential street,” according to the release.

Police said the female found a place of safety and reported the incident to police.

The woman did not know the suspect and again no words were spoken.

The suspect is described as about 20 to 27 years old, black, long black hair, about 5-foot-seven to six-feet tall, thin build wearing a hooded shirt and dark shorts.

An investigation the incidents are underway, including a police canvas of the local area, obtaining victim statements and collecting and analyzing CCTV footage.

Anyone who encounters this individual or who has a similar experience is asked to leave the area immediately, go to a place of safety, and call 9-1-1.

Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers. “See something? Hear something? Know something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.

 

 

If you have a newer model Lexus RX350, you are being urged to lock it up.

The remote thefts of high-end vehicles are spreading across the country as sophisticated car thieves reprogram key fobs to steal your expensive ride without breaking into a home or stealing your key.

Halton Regional Police on August 19 arrested a Quebec man in connection with the recent thefts of high-end Lexus and other luxury cars in the affluent Oakville area.

“Officers observed a white Nissan Rogue SUV travelling in tandem with a 2020 Lexus RX350 in the area of Trafalgar Road and Dundas Street,” according to a police release.

Police said the newer model Lexus was being stolen when they began following the vehicles.

“After a short time the two vehicles split up,” according to a police report. “Officers conducted a traffic stop on the Nissan Rogue.”

As a result, a suspect was arrested and found to be in possession of seven blank Lexus key fobs, which detectives said, help ‘facilitate the theft of high-end Lexus motor vehicles.”

Police said the Lexus was stolen earlier in the day. It was found abandoned in a residential area and returned to the registered owner.

Luis Ahumada Prieto, 42, of Quebec, has been charged with seven counts of possession of automobile master key and possession of a schedule 1 substance.

He was released on an undertaking.

To avoid vehicle thefts, police are warning owners to park their vehicles in a locked and secure garage; install an on-board diagnostic blocker or a steering vehicle lock device; obtain an after-market GPS tracking device; place fob in a radio frequency shielding bag when not in use; always lock your vehicle and equip with an alarm or security camera.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact Halton police at 905-825-4777 ext. 2216.

Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers. “See something? Hear something? Know something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.

 

Police have arrested a Brampton trucker who they allege was hauling more than his declared load across the Canada-U.S. border.

The driver on August 9 was crossing the Blue Water Bridge, in Point Edward, when he was sent for a secondary inspection, according to the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA).

Officers in a search found 83 kilograms of suspected cocaine hidden in a section of the truck, the CBSA said. The drugs is worth more than $1 million on the streets.

“We are proud of our officers at the front line who work tirelessly to protect Canadians and keep drugs out of our communities,” said CBSA District Director An Nguyen. “This seizure is another example of the ongoing cooperation that exists between the CBSA and the RCMP.”

Gurdeep Singh Mangat, 46, has been charged with importation of a controlled substance and possession for the purpose of trafficking.

The suspect is slated to appear in court on August 19 at the Ontario Court of Justice in Sarnia.

Police said if you have information about suspicious cross-border activity, please contact the CBSA Border Watch Line at 1-888-502-9060.

Anyone with information regarding criminal activity is encouraged to contact their local police, the RCMP at 1-800-387-0020 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.

 

 

Two Etobicoke men are among 12 suspects arrested after police smashed a GTA crime ring seizing an large assortment of drugs and weapons.

Project Icarus was launched by Halton Regional Police following the probe of a single suspect in October 2020. It turned out to be the force’s largest drug bust in history.

The investigation grew in size “eventually becoming a joint forces operation involving the Criminal Intelligence Service Ontario, Peel Regional Police and the Canada Border Services Agency,” according to police.

Police said 12 suspects face 44 charges in the investigation in which 130 judicial authorizations were sought.

Etobicoke resident Trevor Harwood, 42, is charged with possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking and possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000.

Also charged from Etobicoke is Jile Cai, 34, with possession of property obtained by crime over $5000.

“Our dedicated officers turned a small investigation of a single suspect into a significant project,” said Halton Deputy Chief Jeff Hill. “Icarus has removed drugs, guns and criminals from the streets of not just Halton but the entire GTA.”

He said those who participate in organized crime will be “aggressively targeted.”

Police during the probe seized 27 kilograms of cocaine, 14 kilos of Ecstasy (MDMA),1,000 kilograms of cannabis in various forms. Also seized were $100,000 in currency, jewelry and expensive vehicles.

The weapons seized in the project included; a .40 caliber Glock handgun, a 9 mm Glock handgun, prohibited magazines and a 12 gauge shotgun and 1,100 rounds of ammunition.

“Project Icarus also resulted in the successful disruption of cocaine processing and illegal cannabis processing facilities,” Halton police said.

The suspects are before the courts.

AS told to Rejean Cantlon-

In local men’s league hockey play at Mimico arena, 55 year-old Desmond Kane is known for his tenacious work in the corners and his good natured comaraderie in the dressing room. Little did anyone know that Des was and is quite the accomplished golfer. He decided to share his amazing journey with us at the South Etobicoke News. Here is his story, in his words:

“My buddy Peter John Allen and my brother Brendan Kane convinced me to write about my qualifying for the prestigious 99th Ontario Amateur Golf Championship which typically features USA Golf Scholarship kids with previous Champions such as Corey Conors, Mike Weir and Ontario Golf legends Gary Cowan and Nick Westlock. Peter said, “you owe it to your grandkids” which is odd as I don’t have any LOL but anyways here’s my story.

On July 13th I participated in round # 1 which is the same format as PGA Tour events. The tournament moves around the province every year. The winner earns exemption to Canadian Amateur and goes to the US Amateur Golf Championship which was won a record three times by Tiger Woods. Almost every winner and most in the top ten are all very young and will turn professional soon after winning these events.

I had the privilege of playing with 16 year-old Mitchell Grey and 18 year-old Robert Mcvinne. Both of these fine young men were a pleasure to compete with and are excellent players.

It was 33 years ago that I made my one and only previous appearance at this event playing the first round with Canadian golf legend, Mike Weir, way back in 1988. Needless to say, our golf paths went in different directions. I’ll bet he wishes he could have been here in Windsor today battling it out in 40 degree heat but he chose the professional route for real money making millions lol… My kids are like… all you get if you win is a trophy?

My first round was going well, one over par 37 on front nine and then almost birdied #10 and then the shoes fell off, literally. I had to remove shoes and socks and stand in the lake on #12 as my ball was inches from water. I ending up making a very good bogey but the rest of the day was a real struggle. Golf can seriously humble you.

As my good friend Stevie Ray Kim Toonk would say, “if only I had some talent, could make some putts, keep the ball in the fairway once in a while, listened to my golf coach back in college, had a better demeanor for the game, made some birdies once in a while……I could have gone pro baby!”

Thanks to the lessons I learned from my much younger opponents I held it together as best I could for the balance of the round.

It was great to be back, many great players like McKenzie Hughes of PGA could not claim victory at this event and many very good players don’t make it here so I’m proud at end of day to be here with only 113 other golfers who qualified from regional qualifying sites across the province where it’s one day where you better shoot a low score under pressure to make it.

Can you guess I’m bored sitting in my Windsor hotel room away from my beautiful family? Onwards and upwards tomorrow, if I can fire a 68 maybe I’ll make the cut for last 36 holes. It’s a tall order but I’ve been dreaming about being back here for 33 years.

Unfortunately Des did not make the cut after his second round but he does have this impressive bragging right. He qualified. To be able to compete against the top amateur golfers is quite an accomplishment plus he’ll have another story for the hockey oldtimer’s this Fall and for his future grand kids.”

 

Mimico’s Rejean Cantlon covers amateur sports for the South Etobicoke News.

 

 

By DAVE KOSONIC

A car crash that occurred almost 60 years ago has a bizarre similarity to the violent vehicle mishap on Bloor Street West near Islington Avenue that claimed one young man’s life in the middle of the night and gravely injured another recently.

Back then a Metropolitan Toronto Police cruiser was idling by the curb in 1963 at the same location where the vehicle struck the pole early the other morning. Then a large 1960s station wagon clipped the side of the patrol car at about 3 AM and veered diagonally across Bloor Street before ramming into my father’s electronic business store at 3321 Bloor Street just west of Eagle Road.

Police at the time estimated that the speeding station wagon was travelling at about 80 miles-per- hour based on our former speed rating system when the driver side-swiped the Toronto cruiser. The police officer involved in this incident was shaken up physically and emotionally but suffered no serious injuries. He was attached to the former Dundas Street station in Islington Village.

The station wagon driver was identified as David Winston Logan who was in his mid-twenties and a local resident. He died soon after the violent crash that knocked the cement dividing wall between dad’s store and the next business completely out of position. Our family business named Belmont Television was badly damaged but recovered in time after extensive repairs were negotiated through insurance companies and the building landlord.

Area residents were awakened by the explosive sound of the 1963 crash. The Kingsway Ambulance depot was just across Bloor from dad’s store. The next day Kingsway Ambulance driver Ben Brown told father that he and his partner heard the crash and came running across the road to the mishap.

Brown said that he knew Logan was likely dead but they could not rush him to the hospital because an ambulance from another company had already been called. Driver Brown was quite seasoned in dealing with trauma but he told dad that the site was horrific.

I saw the smashed-up station wagon a day later at a nearby vehicle salvage yard and I realized what Brown was talking about. It was in real rough shape.

The landmark for both of these crashes so-to-speak is just across Bloor from the Bell Telephone facility at Eagle Road.

Let us hope that history does not repeat itself at that location again.