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Festival of Excellence @ University of Toronto's Varsity Stadium. Canadian hurdlers Perdita Felicien and Priscilla Lopes-Schliep, along with American decathlete Bryan Clay, known as the "world's greatest athlete", and Jamaica's Usain Bolt, the world and olympic record holder for the 100m and 200m competed at the event.
USA's Bryan Clay, known as the "world's greatest athlete"
(above) Men's 800m battle for first between USA's Khadevis Robinson, Christian Smith, and Karjuan Williams. Each placed 1st to 3rd, respectively.(below) Qatar's Saif Shaheen catches his breath after the Men's 5000m run where he finished first with a commanding 11second lead over USA's Dathan Ritzenhein who came a distant second.
(above) Women 100m Hurdles. (L-R) USA's Virginia Powell, Jamaica's Nickiesha Wilson and USA's Damu Cherry.
(below) Fastest man in the world, Jamaica's Usain Bolt looks back at his competitors as he crosses the finish line in 10 seconds flat, winning first.
Soccer Field Opening @ Bill Hancox Park
(L-R) Ken Sharpe (Ward 44 Toronto Parks Maintenance Director), Councillor Ron Moeser (Ward 44 Scarborough East), and Yuri Rudolph, President West Rouge Soccer cut the ribbon at the opening of a new soccer field at Bill Hancox Park in Scarborough.
Suburban Critical Mass
Suburban Critical Mass kicked off the summer with their first ride of the season. All cyclists and human powered travelers including rollerbladers and skateboarders were invited to take part in a group ride through Toronto and its suburbs. The goal is to promote and celebrate cycling culture and to promote the many benefits of commuting by bike.
Hungarian Festival
The Kodaly Dance Ensemble performed traditional Hungarian folk song and dance at the Hungarian Canadian Cultural Centre's Magyar Festival, celebrating Hungarian history, tradition, culture, food and music.
Irrigation Bee at Ben Nobleman Park
Susan Poizner waters a cherry tree while Deborah Anthony talks about the fruits starting to grow on its branches, at Ben Nobleman Park during a community irrigation bee. The 9 trees planted by the city comprise of cherry, pear and plum, making it the first community orchard in all of Toronto. Residents were asked to come and help water the freshly planted fruit trees.
The 2009 Saul Hayes Human Rights Award
Prime Minister Stephen Harper received The Saul Hayes Human Rights Award from the Canadian Jewish Congress at the Beth Emeth Bais Yehuda Synagogue during the 29th Plenary Assembly. Harper is the first ever Prime Minister to receive the award. The CJC celebrated its 90th anniversary in conjunction with the event.
Yoga Marathon at Perram House
Katherine Duncanson, was one of the instructors who gave a free Kundalini yoga lesson during the Yoga Marathon at Perram House, practicing meditation and breathing techniques. The Yoga Marathon took place to raise money for Perram House, a Palliative Care Hospice located in downtown Toronto.
Amanda Belzowski's Lemonade Stand
11 3/4-year-old Amanda Belzowski, with her 3 year old brother and family raised $22,118.36 with this years lemonade stand for the annual Becel Heart & Stroke Ride for Heart. Amanda has been holding her Lemonade stand fundraiser for the past 11 years. Including this years tally, she has raised $124,118.36 for the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Community Garden
North York - Opening planting of the community garden located beside the historical John McKenzie House. The community garden, and planting was made possible by local area constituents, the Historical Society, the City, counsellor John Fillion and the Clean and Beautiful City program.
USA's Bryan Clay, known as the "world's greatest athlete"
(above) Men's 800m battle for first between USA's Khadevis Robinson, Christian Smith, and Karjuan Williams. Each placed 1st to 3rd, respectively.
(above) Women 100m Hurdles. (L-R) USA's Virginia Powell, Jamaica's Nickiesha Wilson and USA's Damu Cherry. 
