York Region , located in southcentral Ontario , Canada, assigned approximately 50 regional roads , each with a number ranging from 1 to 99. All expenses for York Regional Roads (i.e: maintenance, traffic lights, and snow clearing) are funded by the York Region government. Several new roads were assumed by the region include King–Vaughan Town Line and Kirby Sideroad. Most north-south roads originating in Toronto retains the proper names from south of Steeles Avenue.
37-475: Roads on Georgina Island are maintained by Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation despite the island being within York Region. Roads are generally paved with some gravel roads in less populated areas. Before the 20th Century most cleared roads were dirt roads . There are 161 kilometres (100 mi) of provincially maintained highways , termed "provincial highways" or " King's Highways " As in
74-575: A Quebec priest and a well-known composer of French-language religious music; and translated into English by Bishop Paul-André Durocher . Four official versions were released as follows: The songs were released on a two disc official CD set entitled "Lumière du Monde/Light of the World", released by Oregon Catholic Press (OCP). The album featured bands such as Critical Mass , Susan HooKong Taylor, Janelle, and Jesse Manibusan, among others. Other versions were also released in localised languages which include
111-472: A passing lane exist along the highways. York Region is also home to three 400-series highways, which are controlled-access freeways. York Region is home to a privately-maintained (but provincially-owned) toll freeway, the 407 ETR . The freeway crosses the Region east-west near the southern border. Toll rates vary depending on the section, time of day, and mileage driven. York Regional Roads are signed with
148-482: A critical expression of faith is through service to others, World Youth Day 2002 had the support of some 25,000 volunteers; and some 100,000 pilgrims themselves spent three hours each on one of 750 service projects. The groundswell of Catholic spirituality following World Youth Day 2002 in Canada led to the establishment of Canada's first national Catholic television network, Salt + Light Television . Thomas Rosica , who
185-537: A flowerpot-shaped sign, as are most regional and county roads in Ontario . The road number appears in the centre of the sign, with the word REGION above and the word YORK below. Like King's Highways, these signs are known as shields . As par standard practice in regional municipalities , they run through and are signed in urban areas in addition to rural areas. The following is a list of provincially maintained highways in York Region. Communities are ordered by where
222-408: Is a celebration of faith begun by Pope John Paul II held on an international level every two to three years, and WYD2002 was the 10th such event. Although WYD is designed for Catholics, it attracts sizable numbers of youths from other faiths and denominations and was presented as a multi-faith celebration of young people from all over the world. As the event is ultimately an expression of faith, and
259-652: Is massive: Days of the Diocese involved the participation of 35 of Canada's 72 dioceses. Events in various communities welcomed pilgrims from all over the world with music, prayers, and cathechetical sessions. The week-long World Youth Day Celebrations involved the use of some 129 Catholic churches and 7 halls at Exhibition Place, 10 stages (as well as Downsview Park and 5 other parks in Toronto), 30 seminars, 10 prayer experiences, 300 vocational or service group exhibits, 10 cultural gatherings. With deteriorating health, there
296-483: Is so great that it can completely suffocate the hope that springs eternal in the hearts of the young. You are our hope, the young are our hope. It was also Pope John Paul II's last World Youth day. World Youth Day 2002 solidified Days of the Diocese , held in various dioceses - with the majority in Montreal , Quebec and London , Ontario - as a major component leading up to the actual WYD Celebrations. The scale
333-717: Is the largest of the lake islands of Lake Simcoe , located in southern Ontario , Canada. The island is a Native reserve populated by the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation , a band of Ojibwa people. It is also within the Town of Georgina and in the Regional Municipality of York . Before the completion of the Trent–Severn Waterway , the water level on Lake Simcoe was low enough to enable residents to cross in wagons or walk in ankle-deep water to
370-745: The Severn River was informally given to the Chippewas as a hunting ground, but in 1836 a deal was struck to return this territory (including the two villages) to government hands, leaving the Chippewas with the Lake Simcoe islands as their last remaining reserve. Yellowhead and his band purchased land at Rama and settled there in 1838, whereas Aisance led his people to Beausoleil Island in Georgian Bay in 1842, from which they relocated to Christian Island in 1856. As part of this final dispersal of
407-626: The 7th to 5th Concession Road (Jane St), it runs roughly due east, between sideroads. At Jane St, it turns south until it reaches the former 18th sideroad. Turning east again, it follows the former 18th to Dufferin (3rd Concession). At Dufferin, it turns east, running on 17th sideroad. West of Bloomington it follows 15th Sideroad. Named for the hamlet of Bloomington in Stouffville. Follows or formerly 19th Sideroad. Roads highlighted as red are signed York Regional Roads. Georgina Island Georgina Island ( Ojibwe : Waaseyaagmiing )
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#1732787283274444-406: The Chippewas of Lakes Huron and Simcoe, some remained behind on Snake Island and the neighbouring islands with Snake as their leader. The role of the colonial government had a significant impact on the people, enforcing a policy to enrol the people and grow dependent on the crown. The influence of this policy resulted in repeated promises of protection, food, clothing, lodgings and general welfare of
481-551: The Six Nations. Six Nations lies in the town of Ohsweken, Ontario . 44°22′29″N 79°17′37″W / 44.3747°N 79.2937°W / 44.3747; -79.2937 ( Georgina Island ) World Youth Day 2002 The 17th World Youth Day 2002 ( French : Journées mondiales de la jeunesse 2002 ) was a Catholic youth festival held July 23 to 28, 2002, in Toronto , Ontario, Canada. World Youth Day
518-634: The coldest days of winter Lake Simcoe is cold enough for an ice road to be built allowing light vehicles to drive across the frozen lake. The Women's Support Network of York Region has worked with the First Nations of Georgina Island. During the American War of Independence, British colonial authorities began to strategically engage in relationships with the Native people of present-day Ontario, seeking to acquire and settle their territories for
555-534: The delivery of the future commitment. On them and on the assignment I assume today I invoke the protection of the Blessed Virgin." The theme of the event was a fragment from Jesus ' speech on the Mount of Beatitudes : "You are the salt of the earth ... you are the light of the world ". ( Matthew 5:13-14). The World Youth Day began with a pre-program in numerous Canadian dioceses. From 18 to 21 July, for
592-586: The first meetings with young people from the city. The official start in Toronto was the opening show on Tuesday, July 23 at 16:00 local time. Archbishop of Toronto, Cardinal Aloysius Ambrozic celebrated the opening mass at 5 pm in the Exhibition Place , a vast exhibition area near Lake Ontario . On this occasion, the Archbishop welcomed the young people of the other Canadian dioceses and of
629-543: The first time some social assistance projects were included in the Youth Festival, to allow young pilgrims to spend a few hours of their time at the service of the most needy and forge new bonds of solidarity with the community that hosted them. The Pope arrived in Toronto on Thursday, July 25, and was welcomed with a welcome event at the Exhibition Park. Catecheses continued by following the theme: "You are
666-430: The first time the international guests were also invited to stay in 35 dioceses throughout Canada (mostly in Montreal and Quebec ). In this way they experienced local culture; they also carried out social activities in the cities where they resided; they prayed with the young Canadians, and they organized parties and concerts. The young pilgrims arrived in Toronto on 22 July. They took up their accommodations. They had
703-473: The following Chinese versions released by Photon Distribution, Inc. on the disc entitled The Way 4 - Light of the World : A crowd of over 800,000 to 850,000 youths from all over the world was in attendance for these events, a presence below expectations, mainly due to the international conflict that had shaken America and especially the United States after the attack of September 11, 2001 . One of
740-420: The government in 1815. In 1830 the government set aside Georgina Island, Snake Island and Fox Island, all in Lake Simcoe, as a reserve for these groups, but encouraged them to settle instead in purpose-built villages at Coldwater (where Aisance and his people settled) and Atherley Narrows (where Yellowhead and Snake settled) where they might take up farming. The corridor of Crown land between Lake Couchiching , and
777-656: The large esplanade of Tor Vergata at the end of the World Youth Day 2000 . These are his words: "Before I dissolve this great and beautiful assembly, I wish to announce that the next World Youth Meeting will take place in Toronto, Canada, in the summer of the Duemiladue . As I now invite the young people of the world to walk towards that goal, I address a special greeting to the Canadian Delegation, who wanted to be present at this celebration to collect
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#1732787283274814-517: The life and faith of young people from all over the world; exhibitions, vigils, concerts, round tables, films, dances and theatrical events were organized at Exhibition Place. At the Molson Amphitheatre in Toronto, there was a meeting between Italians and Italian young people, many in Canada. Among the artists present were Antonella Ruggiero, Paolo Vallesi, Ceppe Cantarelli, Massimo Varini Trio, Lisa, Hope Music Group and Anna Tatangelo. For
851-604: The light of the world" (Mt 5:14). In the evening the Youth Festival continued. In the meantime the Duc reconciliation service continued in Altum Park. During the day the catecheses ended by following the theme: "Let yourselves be reconciled with God" (2Co 5,20). In the evening, the stations of the cross was held at University Avenue, one of Downtown Toronto's main arteries. The Way of the Cross, started by Nathan Philip Square (seat of
888-488: The mainland, at Virginia Beach, Ontario. After the Trent Severn Waterway was completed, the water level increased enough to submerge traditional farmlands and to require a boat for crossing to the mainland. Pope John Paul II stayed on neighbouring Strawberry Island for four days just before World Youth Day 2002 in Toronto. The island is reached by a ferry in summer and an airboat in winter. On
925-685: The major events of the week. While not being able to participate in person, he did view the Friday Stations of the Cross via television coverage by the CBC . He led the Saturday evening vigil and presided over the Holy Mass on the Sunday, delivering a homily which focused on entrusting the future of the church to the youth. The theme song, "Light of the World" was composed by Fr Robert Lebel,
962-559: The municipal building) came in procession to the Royal Ontario Museum passing also in front of the University, the main hospitals and the seat of the provincial parliament. Duc's reconciliation service continued in Altum Park. The Youth Festival ended in the evening. During the morning Mass for pilgrims took place in the churches of Toronto. Throughout the day the pilgrimage on foot (with a distance of 6 to 10 km)
999-545: The occasion Duc in Altum Park), a large space where it was possible to pray before the WYD Cross and confess thanks to a Service of Reconciliation made possible by a large presence of priests of different languages. An area of the park was also dedicated to Eucharistic adoration . In the afternoon the Youth Festival opened, where they found space for a varied panorama of artistic, cultural and spiritual experiences based on
1036-549: The people. The transformation from independent and autonomous communities to those that were increasingly dependent to the Crown. The area between Lake Ontario , Georgian Bay and Lake Simcoe represented a region of prime military vulnerability and defence for Upper Canada. This region was not only occupied by the Lake Simcoe Indigenous People, but also the people under the leadership of Joseph Brant of
1073-431: The purpose of defending British North America. The Chippewas of Lakes Huron and Simcoe in the early nineteenth century consisted of several bands. Two groups, led by William Yellowhead and Joseph Snake , occupied areas of southernmost Simcoe County , which they relinquished to the government in 1818. A third group, led by John Aisance , occupied areas between Kempenfelt Bay and Penetanguishene, which they surrendered to
1110-481: The rest of Ontario, the provincially maintained highways in York Region are designated with a shield-shaped sign topped with a crown. The highway number is in the centre, with the name ONTARIO below. These signs are known as shields . Provincially maintained highways generally have greater construction standards than municipally or locally maintained roads. Although they are usually one lane in either direction, several short sections with two lanes in one direction as
1147-510: The route encounters them (either from south to north or from west to east). The main arterial road is a series of different named roads: Georgina Island , Fox Island and Snake Island are within York Region, but are also part of the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation . Follows or formerly known as 17th Sideroad. From Highway 27 to 8th Concession it follows the 19th sideroad. At the 8th, to avoid Pottageville swamp, it curves diagonally southwards until it reaches 7th Concession road. From
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1184-605: The spirit of World Youth Day in view of the meeting in Cologne in 2005. Join in a civilization of love and justice! Be yourself a shining example that leads many others to the kingdom of Christ, the kingdom of truth, justice and peace." Pope John Paul II You are young, and the Pope is old, 82 or 83 years of life is not the same as 22 or 23. But the Pope still fully identifies with your hopes and aspirations... I have seen enough evidence to be unshakably convinced that no difficulty, no fear
1221-414: The various nations to the city. After the mass there was a concert where Canadian artists performed themselves. In the morning the catechesis began in more than 100 churches and halls of the city, led by bishops from all over the world. The theme of this day were: "You are the salt of the earth" (Mt 5,13) It started at 2 pm at Coronation Park, a pleasant wooded area on the banks of Ontario (renamed for
1258-478: Was held towards Downsview Park , the place of the vigil, a former military airport with its 260 hectares, the largest urban park in Canada. At 7.30 pm the vigil with the Pope began. The young people spent the night outdoors on site in adoration to the Blessed Sacrament. To the closing event consisted of the vigils, subsequent overnight stay and the closing fair, the approximately 260-acre Downsview Park
1295-473: Was speculation that the Pope would not be able to attend the celebrations. At his arrival address, he thanked the local, provincial, and federal levels of the Canadian government for supporting the idea of hosting WYD. He recalled his previous Apostolic Journeys to the country and acknowledged that he does not have the same physical strength he once had. Pope John Paul II participated by being present at all
1332-695: Was the National Director of WYD2002, is also the founder and Chief Executive Officer of this new television station. He later resigned due to plagiarism allegations. For the third time (after Buenos Aires 1987 and Denver 1993 ) the World Youth Day was celebrated in the Americas . The Pope announced the decision to organize the WYD in Toronto during the Angelus of August 20, 2000 held on
1369-487: Was used. On the former military airfield, Pope John Paul II early in the morning celebrated the final Holy Mass. The number of participants reaches 800,000 persons. As part of the final event, the Pope announced that the next International World Youth Day 2005 will take place in Cologne. In an appeal, he then turned to the German-speaking youth: "Dear young Germans! It is especially important for you to keep alive
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