Alex – MarkeTo District

The first IC Savings branch only opened in 2000, but they have grown substantially since then due to their combination of excellent service and friendly staff. Their Italian-Canadian community roots are a wonderful fit in the Marketo District, and they are active at community events in both sponsorship and volunteering. They offer a full suite of banking services at reasonable rates and are always available to assist.

Friday	9a.m.–6p.m.
Saturday	9a.m.–2p.m.
Sunday	Closed
Monday	9a.m.–6p.m.
Tuesday	9a.m.–6p.m.
Wednesday	9a.m.–6p.m.
Thursday	9a.m.–6p.m.

Address: 2900 Dufferin St, North York, ON M6B 3S8

Phone: (416) 784-4007

November 2018 BIA Board Meeting

A Community Gathering at Camarra's

It Takes a Village

On November 22nd, the MarkeTo District BIA held our last meeting of 2018. We were pleased to receive not just the hardworking members of our board, but also a diverse array of stakeholders and community members. It is always inspiring to look around a table and see representatives from every aspect of a community. This included representatives from the City of Toronto, local elected officials from the office of MPP Robin Martin, local business such as IC Savings or Home Hardware, and Non-Profits like Pauline Books & Media and one of our newest local allies, Villa Charities.

Over the first four years of its existence, the MarkeTo BIA has worked hard to establish an identity, build a brand, build relationships, plan for the future and give back to the community in which it operates, all while trying to find its footing as a very young organization.

Starting from scratch, with very few allies, and constantly facing the questions of “Who are you” and “What is a BIA” does not an easy path forward make. However, with hard work and determination, the MarkeTo BIA has managed to establish itself, and its collective efforts have led to an easily detectable increase in the level of communication and cohesion between all the different stakeholders in the area. We have been able to give back to the community with multiple large successful food drives and popular community events such as our movie nights in the park. We have also been blessed with a never-ending stream of eager volunteers from local schools, organizations and businesses such as Fieldstone Day School, Lady York Foods and North York FC.

Looking around the table and seeing all the different representatives from such different organizations and backgrounds, seeing this synthesis of government, private enterprise, non-profits and local citizens, it really goes to show not only the success of the BIA in establishing itself, but also what is required to really have an impact. You cannot go it alone. You need contributions from all hands.

As they say, it takes a village.

DaRosa Cafe & Restaurant

DaRosa’s Cafe & Restaurant is owned by Maria DaRosa who opened the restaurant in February 2007. They offer eat-in, takeout and catering services along with small events such as birthday celebrations. DaRosa’s Cafe & Restaurant is ready to serve affordable Portuguese cuisine to anyone and everyone with a hungry appetite. Families enjoy the family style serving plates but they also offer individual meals and combos.

Address: 2853 Dufferin St, North York, ON M6B 3S4

Phone: (416) 256-4544

Website: https://www.darosarestaurant.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/darosacafe/

Bologna Pastificio

A district fixture for as long as anyone can remember, Bologna Pastifico serves fresh and ready to cook pasta dishes. The staff are friendly and the inside is simple yet open, offering a free view into the kitchen and prep area. The best part about walking inside this gem is not the sights, but the smells. One cannot help but feel immediately hungry and have your mouth start watering the moment you step into the door. Good luck trying to find a website, and remember to bring cash; the proprietor is traditional in almost every sense.

Address: 2895 Dufferin St, North York, ON M6B 3S7

Friday	10a.m.–6:30p.m.
Saturday	9a.m.–3p.m.
Sunday	Closed
Monday	10a.m.–6:30p.m.
Tuesday	10a.m.–6:30p.m.
Wednesday	10a.m.–6:30p.m.
Thursday	10a.m.–6:30p.m.

Phone: (416) 782-7161

Pauline Books & Media

The Daughters of St Paul are the owners of the Pauline Book and Media Centre. The store has been in the Toronto area since 1956 but the present location on Dufferin Street has been open since 1969. Pauline Book and Media Centre is a Catholic book and media centre, offering books, Bibles, sacramental gifts, religious art, DVD’s and CD’s. Serving primarily the Catholic community for their religious needs, but all are welcome.

Address: 3022 Dufferin St, North York, ON M6B 3T5

Phone: (416) 781-9131

Website: www.paulinemedia.ca

Email: toronto@paulinemedia.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DaughterStPaul/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/medianunscanada

Azores Auto Group

Opening in 1979, Azores Auto Group has been a fixture in the district for as long as most people can remember. Their staff are friendly and professional, to say nothing about the absolutely gorgeous machines they have stocked on the sales floor. Whether shopping for another or looking for a retirement present for yourself, there are many vehicles within to make you say “Whoa”.

Address: 2773 Dufferin St, North York, ON M6B 3R6

Friday	9a.m.–7p.m.
Saturday	9a.m.–5p.m.
Sunday	Closed
Monday	9a.m.–7p.m.
Tuesday	9a.m.–7p.m.
Wednesday	9a.m.–7p.m.
Thursday	9a.m.-7p.m

Phone: +1 866-510-8406

Active Green + Ross Complete Tire & Auto Centre

Active Green + Ross is a chain of auto and tire centres in Southern Ontario. They offer a complete line of passenger and light truck tires and also general automotive services and repairs for most vehicles. Our local entry of this firm is full of friendly and experienced technicians who are always happy to help.

Monday 8am-6pm

Tuesday 8am-6pm

Wednesday 8am-6pm

Thursday 8am-6pm

Friday 8am-6pm

Saturday 8am-5pm

Sunday Closed

Phone: (416) 256-7402

Operating in the style of a traditional European market, Lady York Foods has been a pillar of the MarkeTo District community since it first opened in 1959. Owned and operated by a local family and employing local residents, this neighborhood fixture offers an incredible selection of not just local and farm fresh fruits, meats and vegetables, but also a wide offering of imported products that cater to the unique tastes of the area’s culturally diverse residents. The hot food and deli counter is always busy around lunch time, and catering services are offered to service private and professional functions.

Address: 2939 Dufferin St, North York, ON M6B 3S7

Hours:

Open ⋅ Closes 9 p.m.

Tuesday	8a.m.–9p.m.
Wednesday	8a.m.–9p.m.
Thursday	8a.m.–9p.m.
Friday	8a.m.–9p.m.
Saturday	8a.m.–6p.m.
Sunday	9a.m.–5p.m.
Monday	8a.m.–9p.m.

Phone: (416) 781-8585

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