Hello and Welcome to the Wynford Tower Family to Daniel and Michelle. 
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Arnold Garson 2025.04.25 re Paintings
Awesome!   
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Bill Lynn 2025.04.24 re Spring Has Sprung
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Bill Lynn 2025.04.23 re Help Centre for Individuals Living Alone
The Toronto Grace Hospital offers a program for individuals who live alone and would benefit from a source to contact if medical help is needed due to a health crisis. This pendant program, which can detect falls or be used to summon help, is fully funded by the provincial government and administered thru the Grace Health Centre. More information is available from Jean Moulton apt #2106", email ejmoulton@gmail.com. |
Marta Londono 2025.04.17 re Lobby Easter Decorations
Let's hope the vandals who ruined the previous décor will leave this for residents to enjoy. Photos thanks to Marta      |
Bill Lynn 2025.04.15 re New Supers
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Nancy Kitchen 2025.04.12 re Genderless Pronouns
From: Nancy Kitchen <671kitchn@gmail.com> Sent: April 12, 2025 12:59 PM To: WynfordTower Residents Association Subject: Genderless pronouns Hi Bill, I also grew up with they referring to multiple people. However, I view using the pronouns that the individual prefers as being polite and I was raised to be polite (I hold doors for others, etc...). Also, their choice of a pronoun other then she/he seems like it's important to them and once I know their preference it doesn't take much effort to respect their choice. Nancy Kitchen |
Bill Lynn 2025.04.11 re Genderless Pronouns
I have trouble with use of the word They to designate one person. For me, They is genderless but it also designates more than one person. I therefore propose the following genderless singular pronouns:
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Kathy Hoover 2025.03.31 re Lobby Easter Display
From: Kathy Hoover Sent: March 31, 2025 11:47 AM To: webmail@wynfordtowerresidents.ca Subject: Easter Display ruined I wanted to comment on my disappointment that Marta’s lovely Easter/Spring display has been tampered with to the point it was removed from the lobby today. It is disheartening to acknowledge that even a lobby with surveillance cameras is not enough of a deterrent to stop tenants or visitors from taking what doesn’t belong to them. Apologies Marta , on behalf of the decent tenants and guests who appreciate your efforts. Thank you for trying to brighten the lobby for us. 35/608 |
Bill Lynn 2025.04.02 re Margaret Lynn
Margaret (Marg) Lynn died Tuesday 1 April 2025. Her obituary is posted at Margaret Lynn Obituary |
Mary Persaud 2025.03.31 re Elizabeth Cameron Phone Scam
From: Mary Persaud Sent: March 31, 2025 12:35 PM To: Bill Lynn Subject: Post from Elizabeth About the scam text and phone calls. Not sure who she uses but sometimes Rogers is able to assist with blocking these types of messages. Her email not sure though. Once they have your info they don’t let up until they get tired although some of these are Robo generated so they just keep coming. Very unfortunate indeed. Ed note: Eliabeth Cameron's email address is at gmail.com. |
Elizabeth Cameron 2025.03.24 re Phone Scam
From: Elizabeth Cameron Sent: March 24, 2025 7:11 AM To: webmail@wynfordtowerresidents.ca Subject: Re: Wynford Tower Residents Updaate 2025.03.21 Hi Bill; Pls post this message to the others re: this other scam. I first received this scam message among my texts, in Oct./23, during a 3 week stay in hospital and at least 7 times since, sometimes as a text, sometimes as an email. Being particularly vulnerable post surgery, I burst into tears as the nurses came running to see what was the matter. This first of eight similar messages said: « Hi Mom. this is my work phone number because my phone broke /I lost my phone/someone stole my phone… »(these are 3 of the scammers’ variations over time). The reason I was so upset the first time was that my son Christopher had just died on March 20th of that year. What was also very disturbing, because it rang true, was that Christopher often had a variety of phone challenges. I slammed the phone down without a word. Had I engaged the person in conversation, he probably would have asked me for money in order to « fix »or « replace » the phone. I have blocked him each time and reported him. I don’t know how he could find me. I might post 4-5 random comments a year on facebook, but that is the sum total of my social media involvement. I have blocked him and reported him but the police tell me that they can’t do anything. I have heard of similar cases across Canada. Just a heads up folks. Elizabeth Cameron |
Mary Persaud 2025.03.22 re CRA Scam
From: Mary Persaud Sent: March 22, 2025 5:14 AM To: Bill Lynn Subject: Possible scam A relief payment for low income seniors in 2025. Requires you to complete and submit a form to see if you’re eligible. The information that is required on the form is already available to CRA so there is no way they would ask you to provide that info. to determine eligibility. DO NOT fall for this scam. |
Bill Lynn 2025.03.17 re Lobby Photo
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Anna Peschmann 2025.03.13 re Diane Petryshyn
From: Anna Peschmann Sent: March 13, 2025 5:43 PM To: Bill Lynn Subject: Diane Petryshyn Good evening Bill, Could you please put this message in your weekly newsletter?  Diane Petryshyn lived many years with us at Wynford Tower. She was a dear friend to many of us and we all spend many nice times together. Summertime in our back and she was there with us and her dog Wesley. She moved after her retirement 2.5 years ago to Collingwood where she owned a house and was very happy there. It has come to my attention that she passed away last year. April 30th, 2024. Rest in peace Diane. |
Elizabeth Cameron 2025.03.10 re Florida Judge Letter
From: Elizabeth Cameron Sent: March 10, 2025 9:17 AM To: webmail@wynfordtowerresidents.ca Subject: Re: Wynford Tower residents Update 2025.03.07 What an amazing, wonderful letter. I have always been grateful that we landed here as refugees from the Revolution of 1956 in Hungary, with Canada’s help. |
Mary Persaud 2025.03.10 re Fraud Call
From: Mary Persaud To: Bill Lynn Subject: Fraud call This happened to my son in law who is excellent at fraud detection. Please post as it’s good info to have. It was sent by my daughter. ***************** So Paul got what he said was the most convincing fraud call last night. Someone called saying they were from the bank. Confirmed his name, address, postal code. They said they detected someone trying to buy an air canada flight on the card and declined it. He asked the guy to send him a text to confirm identity. He said he would but when nothing came Paul said I’m on my way out and will call you back. He called the actual bank number and sure enough there was nothing. But he said the guy sounded so convincing and knew all his details. So even more crucial to always hang up if someone calls no matter what they say and call your bank back at the number you know to be theirs. The call even appeared to come from the bank’s actual number **************** |
Glen Heffron 2025.03.08 re Defying Democracy
From: Big Glen Sent: March 8, 2025 9:13 AM Subject: Defying Democracy.... |
Bill Lynn 2025.03.07 re Canadian Flag
I have four Canadian flags like the one in the photo below, available at fifteen dollars each. Contact Bill Lynn at wblynn@wblynn.ca . 
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Bill Lynn 2025.03.06 re Income Tax Preparers
The person who has prpared our income tax returns for many years has retired, so I am researching replacments. Has anyone dealt with RF Tax Solutions, at their office on the north side of the Wynford Crescent shopping plaza? Bill Lynn: wblynn@wblynn.ca |
Bill Lynn 2025.03.04 re Clocks Spring Forward March 9
Daylight Saving Time resumes at 2 AM Sunday 9 March. A common approach is set clocks ahead one hour before retirng Saturdey night 8 March. |
Mary Persaud 2025.03.04 re More Scams to be Aware Of
From: Mary Persaud Sent: March 4, 2025 12:33 PM To: Bill Lynn Subject: Be scam aware My credit union sent out tips about scams and included this which is helpful. More Scams to Watch Out For As noted by the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, there are a number of scams which are frequently affecting Ontarians at this time. Learn more about what to watch out for:
2. Taxpayer Scams: Prevalent during tax season, scammers may claim to be the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and use threats and other manipulative tactics to scare consumers into sending funds to rectify an "issue" with their taxes. 3. Mystery Shopper Scams: With these scams, a fraudster claims you have been selected as a mystery shopper or quality control officer and given a fraudulent cheque to deposit along with instructions for items to purchase. |
Mary Persaud 2025.02.28 re Party City
From: Mary Persaud Sent: February 28, 2025 8:04 PM To: Bill Lynn Subject: Party CIty Yes I think they merged with Canadian Tire |
Carole Weiner 2025.02.25 re Thanks for Socks
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Jules Bedeau 2025.02.21 re Lobby Thieves
From: Jules Bedeau Sent: February 21, 2025 11:52 PM To: WynfordTower Residents Webmail Subject: Re: Lobby thieves Does the management office have the same set of screens that Marta has at her desk? Marta should not be to blame for the actions of thieves. I believe that the lack of lobby watch is a problem. Ed note: No one has blamed Marta. Perhaps management might consider a lobby watch that can be accessed via a website and a password? |
Mary Persaud 2025.02.22 re Canada Flag
From: Mary Persaud Sent: February 22, 2025 9:52 AM To: Bill Lynn Subject: Canada Flag I couldn’t find one either but I got this from Canadian tire. Hope you can open it. Canadian Flag Swirl Hanging Decorations, Red/White, 10-in, 12-pk, for Canada Day | Canadian Tire Ed Note: Is Party City owned by Canadian Tire? |
Anna Peschmann 2025.02.21 re The Orange Monkey
From: Anna Peschmann Sent: February 21, 2025 9:18 AM Subject: Fwd: Another Opinion on the "Orange Monkey!" Date: February 21, 2025 at 9:15:52 AM EST Subject: Fwd: Another Opinion on the "Orange Monkey!" Another interesting article on…… Annie Begin forwarded Subject: Fwd: Another Opinion on the "Orange Monkey I know a little something that so many do not appreciate about Donald, but that those of us who worked with him in the financial services game have known for many decades—LONG before he ever made a run at politics. His stated motives rarely reveal his true agenda. His showmanship and charisma bedazzles the uninformed, which is exactly how he likes it. He never signed a contract or met an agreement he wouldn’t violate or wriggle out of if it suited his hidden agenda. He never met an investor whose purse he didn’t consider his own in some strategic way. And he never met a human being he wouldn’t screw in order to advance or satisfy himself. If you want to understand his beef with Panama, don’t look at the canal to which he now points. Look at Trump enterprises and their fraught financial and criminal relationship with Panama, and look to the Russian oligarchs who bought condos in his Panama Tower. If you want to understand his fixation with Gaza, don’t look at the Palestinian or Israeli people; look at the real estate value he now perceives that Gaza holds, and he’d like to unlock. If you want to understand his insane, obsessive beef with energy renewable windmills, don’t look at the wind energy aspect; look at his beef with Scotland over his golf course and the nearby windmills that damaged his idea of its aesthetics. If you want to understand his irrational hatred of Obama, don’t look at the policies of the Obama administration; look to the annual press corp dinner where Obama poked fun at him and bruised his ego. If you want to understand his demonization of Democrats, look not to Democratic social policy, but to the fact they didn’t want him to run under color of their party. If you want to understand his hatred of “immigrants” don’t look to the actual contributions and challenges related to immigration, but to his own germophobia and personal disgust for all things “dirty and brown.” What he does SO masterfully, as many sociopaths do, is figure out how to align, however temporarily, his own personal agenda with the drives of those he can then USE to help him execute it. And the GOP fell right in line with that abusive strategy. The GOP now looks much like a battered wife who would LOVE to quit Trump, but who also knows their financial security, personal comfort, and social status would collapse if they ran away. And they fear they won’t get much sympathy or support from the people who tried to warn them not to marry the dude—a serial, liar, cheater, thief, sadist, and a generally Bad Person. Many of the GOP politicians today are busily masking their own abuse from the general public; at some point, however, as they watch their power continue to erode, their reputations get smashed, and themselves get blamed for the extensive abuse they now suffer, something’s gonna give. I don’t know what it is, but every bone in my body FEELS an energetic convergence heading toward a massive, MASSIVE explosion—coming soon. Author ~ Eilene Workman |
Jules Bedeau 2025.02.19 re Retail Blackout February 28
From: Jules Bedeau Sent: February 19, 2025 2:39 PM Subject: Re: Retail Blackout - February 28th Keep those dollars local! |
Mary Persaud 2025.02.21 re Lobby Thieves
From: Mary Persaud Sent: February 21, 2025 4:54 PM To: Bill Lynn Subject: Scary Very scary that two people could hang around all day in the lobby, accessing the mail box and parcel delivery area and pilfering from Marta. Guess they would have had access to packages delivered and left there. I can understand no one confronting them. I know John and I wouldn’t because you never know if they are armed or if they are tenants. We could exercise caution and TRY to not let anyone piggyback behind us but again you never know if they are residents. I hope that the pictures are enough to catch them. Now more than ever with people getting cheques in the mail and them accessing the mailbox and even the package drop off boxes area, is and should be a major concern. Everyone should be careful |
Anna Peschmann 2025.02.19 re Retail Blackout February 28
From: Anna Peschmann Sent: February 19, 2025 12:47 PM Subject: Fwd: Retail Blackout - February 28th Annie Begin forwarded message: Subject: Fwd: Retail Blackout February 28th People of Canada are preparing to create a retail blackout on Feb 28 of all U.S retailers doing business here. For one day, show them we have the power when provoked. Absolutely no purchases from Walmart, Home Depot, Best Buy, Amazon, McDonald’s, Staples, Gap, Toys r Us , Costco or any other US retailers. For one day, support only small or large CANADIAN or MEXICAN producers and companies. It’s time to STAND UP for ourselves. BE STRONG AND BE PROUD. Spread the word! |
Bill Lynn 2025.02.18 re Lobby Thieves
The photos below from surveillance videos show a pair of thieves who spent from noon until 9 PM Monday 17 February 2025 (Family Day) in the lobby and the lobby lounge. At one point the lady rummaged through Marta's desk and stole some of Marta's personal property. What is surprising is that a number of Wynford Tower residents passed through the lobby while the thieves were doing their mischief and no one paid any attention. It seems that we are not a suspicious lot, but perhaps we need to develop a bit more of a suspicious attitude when faced with such a blatant intrusion. 
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Bill Lynn 2025.02.17 re Canadian Flag
I searched for a Canadian flag 2 ft long to fit in our window panes. All the flags I found were 3 ft long or longer. If anyone finds a Canadian flag 2 ft long, please let us know.. |
Anna Peschmann 2025.02.16 re Friendship
From: Anna Peschmann Sent: February 16, 2025 12:33 PM Subject: Fwd: FRIENDSHIP I have seen this before, but worthwhile to pass it on. Read to the end. Annie FROM ONE FRIEND TO ANOTHER Take some time to read these sayings and be sure to read all the way to the bottom written by Andy Rooney, a man who had the gift of saying so much with so few words. Rooney has passed away but used to be on CBS's 60 Minutes TV I have learned.... That the best classroom in the world is at the feet of an elderly person. I have learned.... That when you're in love, it shows I have learned .... That just one person saying to me, 'You've made my day!' makes my day. I've learned.... That having a child fall asleep in your arms is one of the most peaceful feelings in the world. I have learned.... That being kind is more important than being right. I have learned.... That you should never say no to a gift from a child. I have learned.... That I can always pray for someone when I don't have the strength to help him in any other way. I have learned.... That no matter how serious your life requires you to be, everyone needs a friend to act goofy with. I have learned.... That sometimes all a person needs is a hand to hold and a heart to understand. I have learned.... That simple walks with my father around the block on summer nights when I was a child did wonders for me as an adult. I have learned.... That life is like a roll of toilet paper. The closer it gets to the end, the faster it goes. I have learned.... That we should be glad God doesn't give us everything we ask for. I have learned.... That money doesn't buy class. I have learned.... That it's those small daily happenings that make life so spectacular. I have learned... That under everyone's hard shell is someone who wants to be appreciated and loved. I have learned... That to ignore the facts does not change the facts. I have learned.... That when you plan to get even with someone, you are only letting that person continue to hurt you. I have learned.... That love, not time, heals all wounds. I have learned.... That the easiest way for me to grow as a person is to surround myself with people smarter than I am. I have learned.... That everyone you meet deserves to be greeted with a smile. I have learned... That no one is perfect until you fall in love with them. I have learned.... That life is tough, but I'm tougher. I have learned.... These opportunities are never lost; someone will take the ones you miss. I have learned.... That when you harbor bitterness, happiness will dock elsewhere. I have learned.... That I wish I could have told my Mom that I love her one more time before she passed away. I have learned.... That one should keep his words both soft and tender, because tomorrow he may have to eat them. I have learned... That a smile is an inexpensive way to improve your looks. I have learned.... That when your newly born grandchild holds your little finger in his little fist, you're hooked for life. I have learned.... That everyone wants to live on top of the mountain, but all the happiness and growth occurs while you're climbing it. I have learned... That the less time I have to work with, the more things I get done. To all of you.... It's National Friendship Week..Show your friends how much you care. HAPPY FRIENDSHIP WEEK TO YOU! YOU ARE MY FRIEND AND I FEEL BLESSED! |
Isabel Albert 2025.02.14 re Bathroom Scale Accuracy
From: ISABEL ALBERT Sent: February 14, 2025 8:38 PM To: webmail@wynfordtowerresidents.ca Subject: Re: Wynford Tower Residents Update 2025.02.14 Hi Bill, FYI - there is a sit-down digital weight scale at the pharmacy in the Great Canadian Superstore, and at Shoppers Drug Mart on Lawrence near Don Mills (near the pharmacy at the back). I have used these and they are accurate with my doctor's office scale. The pharmacist can show you how to use it. These would probably be more accurate than anyone's apartment scale. We have wavy floors, which affects scale accuracy. Isabel Albert Thank you to the folks who let me weigh myself on theri scale. They were all pretty close and I conclude that I have to add 5% to the reading on my scale. I have not yet had an opportunuty to try the scales at Shoppers or the Super Store. Bill Lynn |
Bill Lynn 2025.02.14 re Bathroom Scale Accuracy
Recently I bought a mechnical bathroom scale to replace my electronic scale that stopped working (I did replace the battery). The new scale reads lower than the old one, so I wonder which is correct. Does anyone have a bathroom scale that I could weigh myself on to compare to my scale? Bill Lynn Email: wblynn@wblynn.ca Mobile: 437-990-2288 |
Mary Persaud 2025.02.12 re Canadian Flag
From: Mary Persaud Sent: February 12, 2025 4:59 PM To: Bill Lynn Subject: Canadian Flag Five former prime ministers are asking Canadians to fly the Canadian flag in support of Canada. Would be nice to have anyone interested put a flag on the window if it is allowed. |
Mary Persaud 2025.02.10 re Power Outage Feb. 20
From: Mary Persaud Sent: February 10, 2025 2:09 PM To: Bill Lynn Subject: Power shutdown Feb 20 Maybe I’m worrying unnecessarily but in the 16 years I’ve been here I think there might have been one power outage of the entire area. It’s usually only in our building. I’m wondering what issues if any could arise if when the power is turned back on and everyone starts turning back on their computers and ignite TVs if that will be an issue for Rogers. I’m hoping that they have been advised and will be prepared. |
Jules Bedeau 2025.01.30 re Carole Smith
From: Jules Bedeau Sent: January 30, 2025 10:49 PM To: Anna Peschmann Subject: Re: Carole Smith. Kaffee Klatsch Hello all, "Baruch dayan emet" I didn't have the pleasure to interact with Carole often, but, when I did she was lovely. Thank you for sharing this information and God Bless her soul. Good evening. Jules |
Annie Peschmann 2025.01.30 re Carole Smith
Good evening to you All, It’s a sad day learning about the passing of Carole Smith, She was a wonderful lady living in our midst. She cared very much about our Wynford community and participated in many things we did together here. She was interested in many things and great in our Kaffee Klatsch , enjoying the book club having lunches at United bakeries, other restaurants, going to a show or play. I am sure many of us can share great memories. This week delivered lots of news 🗞️ 📰 like to debate? See you tomorrow morning. Good night Annie Cell 416-587-1094 Email: anniepes42@gmail.com 
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Cartoon Waft 2025.01.26 re Beaver
From: cartoon-waft-5p@icloud.com Sent: January 26, 2025 1:20 PM To: webmail@wynfordtowerresidents.ca Subject: Re: Wynford Tower Residents Update 2025.01.24 When you work hard your whole life he’s acquired a confidence, capability and Resilience which is the envy of the World! The remark about the Beaver is akin to being so provincial. I like to think The average Canadian is well above that. |
Pool Closed 20 January
A notice posted in the building says the newly renovated pool will be closed for repairs Monday, 20 January 2025. |
Isabel Albert 2025.01.64 re Handbags for Women in Shelters
From: ISABEL ALBERT Sent: January 6, 2025 7:46 PM To: wblynn@wblynn.ca Subject: Re: Handbags for women in shelters Thanks for letting me know. I would consider taking this on if anyone else in the building was willing to step up and help. It would also depend on whether the Salvation Army contact in our building would be willing to make the delivery, as I don't have any connection to the Salvation Army or any women's shelters. Anyone interested can text message me at 416-459-9750. Maybe we can do this good deed together. On Mon, Jan 6, 2025 at 7:36 p.m., wblynn@wblynn.ca Hi Isabel, Folllowing is the reply from Carole Weiner. Bill Lynn From: Carole Weiner Sent: January 6, 2025 10:31 AM To: wblynn@wblynn.ca Subject: Re: Handbags for women in shelters Annie, Sheila and I are not going to organize the “purse campaign “ this spring. Perhaps some one else can take on this task. |
Harland Richard 2025.01.04 re Looking for Heir to Irving Mannette
Mr. Harland Richard of Chezzetcook, NS, is interested in purchasing a plot of land registered to Irving Mannette. Irving Mannette is deceased, but the tax bills are sent to 35 Wynford Heights Crescent, apartment not known. If you know who might be paying those tax bills, please contact Mr. Harland Richard by phone at 902-430-3391 or by email at harland123300@gmail.com Or you can contact Bill Lynn at wblynn@wblynn.ca to pass on the information. |
Jean Moulton 2025.01.03 re Visitor Parking
From: jean moulton Sent: January 3, 2025 1:22 PM To: Bill Lynn Subject: Visitors Parking at #35 Perhaps you would post this for other tenants to see. Over the holidays I experienced an unfortunate situation relating to outside parking spots rented to tenants. Friends visited me on a Saturday evening and were here for 2 hours. Unfortunately I was not specific about 'Visitor Spots only' and my friends did not realize that the other spots belonged to tenants (they are new to Canada and live in a building that only has underground parking for everyone including visitors). Needless to say they parked where they should not have. The result was a hefty parking ticket issued by Toronto police and a threat of being towed in future. I certainly respect the tenants who park outside and probably face many challenges when multiple infractions occur. Tho I do not know the party who rents the spot I apologize to them. Apparently the tenants themselves are tasked with reporting illegal parking to police and also have the right to call a tow truck. I send this information via this newsletter so the tenants of #35 might be aware of and understand the process in place. I, for one, will certainly be diligent in double checking with my visitors when they arrive. Jean Moulton #2106 |
Bill Lynn 2025.01.02 re Recyclables
Hot and Cold Drink cups are now recycleble. But still not black plastic. 
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Diana Boddington 2024.12.31 re Patricia Wright
From: Diana Boddington Sent: December 31, 2024 3:53 PM To: Bill Lynn Subject: Sad news Hello Bill, not sure if you know that Patricia (Pat) Wright, Apt.2403, passed away the weekend before Christmas, was wondering if you could mention this in the Newsletter. Thank you. Wishing you all the very best for the New Year. Diana |
Lori B 2024.12.30 re Best Wishes
From: Lori B. Sent: December 30, 2024 9:43 AM To: webmail@wynfordtowerresidents.ca Subject: Re: Wynford Tower Residents Update 2024.12.27 Hi Bill, Wishing you a very happy and healthy 2025!! Thank you so much for all of your hard work in keeping us informed throughout the year! Lori (apt. 602) |