1. The Cliffcrest
Scarborough Village SW
Residents Association
Photo Contest Winners
Participants were asked to share what
they saw through the lens of their
camera when traveling through the
tree-lined neighbourhoods of Cliffcrest and
Scarborough Village SW.

2. ANNOUNCING THE PHOTO CONTEST WINNERS
• Special thanks to the Judges!
• It was a difficult task with so many fabulous entries for judges Councillor Gary
Crawford, John Smee, Local Scarborough Photo Journalist and Editor of the Bluffs
Monitor & Marina Tadenc, VP Cliffcrest Scarborough Village SW Residents
Association.
• Congratulations to participants of the winning and honorable mention photos!
• To all Participants, we have enjoyed seeing these neighbourhoods through the lens
of your camera and reading your wonderful stories.
• Hope you all continue to explore these wonderful neighbourhoods and enjoy
• “Natures Glory!”

3. Cliffcrest Scarborough Village SW Residents Association
Inaugural Nature Photo Contest 2020/2021
1ST PRIZE PHOTO CONTEST WINNER
NAME: Rob B
LOCATION OF PHOTO:
Scarborough Bluffs
STORY:
“Mother Nature at her finest”
Photo taken on October 20, 2020 an hour before sunset. Lake Ontario, it’s beautiful natural
shoreline and our wonderful Bluffers Park with one of the cleanest swimmable beaches in the GTA.
I have been a Cliffcrest resident since 1983.

5. Cliffcrest Scarborough Village SW Residents Association
Inaugural Nature Photo Contest 2020/2021
2ND PRIZE PHOTO CONTEST WINNER
NAME: Gord W
LOCATION OF PHOTO:
Scarborough Bluffs
STORY:
“Misty Morning Reflections”
Tending to my business one foggy morning quiet enough to hear the ripple from the water, looked
up a saw a mast ghosting along from behind the docked boats. Pulled out my cell phone in time to
capture this picture of a fellow members sailboat exposed down the channel of boats, in the
background the fog covered Bluffs tree lined shore …. tranquil.
Lucky to have this spot hidden in the middle of the city.

7. Cliffcrest Scarborough Village SW Residents Association
Inaugural Nature Photo Contest 2020/2021
3rd PRIZE PHOTO CONTEST WINNER
NAME: Paul S
LOCATION OF PHOTO:
Cliffcrest
STORY:
"Red Fox at magic hour“
It always pays to keep your camera in hand when walking through the parks found along The
Bluffs neighbourhoods. This beautiful mature red fox put on quite a show just after sunrise.
There is no end to the great sights that can be discovered in these neighbourhoods.

9. Cliffcrest Scarborough Village SW Residents Association
Inaugural Nature Photo Contest 2020/2021
HONORABLE MENTION PHOTO
NAME: Dan T
LOCATION OF PHOTO:
Scarborough Village
STORY:
“Oh DEER me … what a lovely picture!”
I capture this picture walking across Hill and Bellhaven Crescent. The single Red Deer stood out
among the snow covered evergreens caught my eye.
My thoughts gathered to the abundance of wildlife and White Tailed Deer often seen walking their
trails through our neighbourhood, very unlike this still and uniquely positioned Red Deer among our
suburban forest.

11. Cliffcrest Scarborough Village SW Residents Association
Inaugural Nature Photo Contest 2020/2021
HONORABLE MENTION PHOTO
NAME: Gigi W
LOCATION OF PHOTO:
Scarborough Village, Doris McCarthy Trail
STORY:
“The Bluffs”
A beautiful day at the bluffs at the bottom of the Doris McCarthy Trail. Fall is here not cold yet
or in full colour .
As we look up we feel the warm breeze in our hair, we see the breeze blow through the tuffs on
the grass, and we feel tranquil.
The sky is blue its a fantastic day, even though we are in the middle of a pandemic it is nice to be
able to walk on the trails in the middle of a huge City.

13. Cliffcrest Scarborough Village SW Residents Association
Inaugural Nature Photo Contest 2020/2021
HONORABLE MENTION PHOTO
NAME: Sheila C
LOCATION OF PHOTO:
Kingston Road & Brimley Road
“HAV A NAP MOTEL”
The Kingston Road strip..... not forgotten.

15. Cliffcrest Scarborough Village SW Residents Association
Inaugural Nature Photo Contest 2020/2021
HONORABLE MENTION PHOTO
NAME: Vicki S
LOCATION OF PHOTO:
Scarborough Bluffs
STORY:
"Follow Me"
I took this photo at Bluffers Park Marina. I often visit the park throughout the year to
take many photos. It is a natural delight since every time I visit, I find new and
beautiful parts to enjoy and photograph.

17. Cliffcrest Scarborough Village SW Residents Association
Inaugural Nature Photo Contest 2020/2021
HONORABLE MENTION STORY
NAME: Nazia I
LOCATION OF PHOTO:
Scarborough Village, Doris McCarthy Trail
STORY:
“Hiding in plain sight”
I'm submitting a photo taken while on one of many walks down the Doris McCarthy Trail during this pandemic.
What a breathtaking view! Since March my husband and I have discovered all sorts of trails around the
area and beyond. We moved to our current home just over 7 years ago and honestly, I can't believe this
beauty was “hiding in plain sight” the whole time! It took the pandemic for us to find. Whether just a
straight walk down the hill to the opening of the lake, skipping rocks by the water with our boys, or walking
all the way east toward the Guild, Doris McCarthy is frequented by our family at least twice a month
now. During this time especially, the crash of waves, the sound of the many birds, or even the sight of
majestic swans has had a lasting effect of calm on us, allowing us to escape the tension of these
unprecedented times.

19. Cliffcrest Scarborough Village SW Residents Association
Inaugural Nature Photo Contest 2020/2021
HONORABLE MENTION STORY
NAME: Francine N
LOCATION OF PHOTO:
Scarborough Bluffs
STORY:
“Majestic Moments”
On December 26, 2020 I had the most delightful experience to witness a
bundle of deer exploring the Scarborough Bluffs. What a mesmerizing
experience! The deer not only took my breath away but, I was humbled to see such beauty in our
beautiful city and community.
I posted my experience and photos in the Birch Cliff Community
Facebook Group and two members suggested that I enter this contest.
I have never entered a photo contest and I have a deep love of photography from my father.

21. Cliffcrest Scarborough Village SW Residents Association
Inaugural Nature Photo Contest 2020/2021
HONORABLE MENTION STORY
NAME: Gail M
LOCATION OF PHOTO:
Cliffcrest
STORY:
”Last Rose of Summer”
I often walk around my neighbourhood for fresh air and exercise appreciating the trees and well-
tended gardens. One particular home has such gorgeous dahlias and roses in the fall and I took
this shot of The Last Rose of Summer. Rather poignant like autumn - a last burst of color.
PS. I walked by in late spring as well and actually met the owner who was delighted to chat and
show me the property. The corner garden has a black wrought iron fence that blooms cascade
from. She is the original owner of the home.

23. Cliffcrest Scarborough Village SW Residents Association
Inaugural Nature Photo Contest 2020/2021
HONORABLE MENTION STORY
NAME: David B
LOCATION OF PHOTO:
Cliffcrest
STORY:
“Pensive Stance”
The coyote was approximately forty feet away and was following my wife and I while walking our
dogs. It was near Brimley Road on the West side of the McCowan Park Trail. The area is
undeveloped city property behind an industrial complex where there is a large swath of natural
grasses and bush. While on the walk, we saw a second coyote circling farther away through the
grass area. This is a beautiful wild area where we walk the dogs and frequently see wildlife on
those walks.

25. Cliffcrest Scarborough Village SW Residents Association
Inaugural Nature Photo Contest 2020/2021
HONORABLE MENTION STORY
NAME: Joan H
LOCATION OF PHOTO:
Cliffcrest
STORY:
“Visitors in my garden”
This year has been a little crazy in my garden starting with the birth of two fawns in my side
yard in May and continuing all through the summer. it has kept our spirits up watching for
new activity. The deer came to our sheltered side yard. Three stood guard while Mum gave
birth to these beautiful fawns. The neighbourhood has been watching the development of
our babies, and they are now fully established in the herd. We are truly blessed to share our
special neighbourhood with these beautiful gentle creatures

27. THANK YOU TO OUR PHOTO CONTEST SPONSORS
for such great prizes and your generous support!
Henry's Scarborough Kennedy Commons, 11 William Kitchen Rd, Scarborough, 416-298-2021
Peter, Manager of local Scarborough Henry’s store has generously donated 3 prizes, acknowledging that
selecting just one photo in a contest could be a challenge. We agree!
www.henrys.com/stores/7-Scarborough.aspx
Focal Point Framing & Art 2853 Kingston Rd, Scarborough, 416-269-8880
Barb and David’s local framing shop has been at this location for many years supporting local residents and
contests like this.
www.focalpointframing.webnog.info
Vi Pei Bistro 3101 Kingston Rd, Scarborough, 416-266-1405
Thibo, owner of this popular local hot spot was glad to support the contest and wishes all the contestants’ good
luck. www.vipeibistro.ca
Cliffcrest Scarborough Village SW Residents Association
Founding members were glad to contribute anonymous prizes & hope contestants have fun!
www.cliffcrestscarboroughvillagesw.ca www.facebook.com/groups/csvsw

28. To see all photo contest entries visit
https://cliffcrestscarboroughvillagesw.ca/current-events-projects
To learn more about the Association or to become a member visit
https://cliffcrestscarboroughvillagesw.ca
E-mail questions about membership to membership@csvsw.ca
Join our Facebook site - www.facebook.com/groups/csvsw
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“Together we preserve the unique nature of our neighbourhoods.”
Our greatest strength is the support of our residents, thank you for yours!
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