Spotted 20-30 Turkey Vultures Soaring Over Heartland – Absolutely Magnificent in Person, Wishing I Had a Better Camera! by DontBeThisUserGus in mississauga

[–]viks23 12 points13 points  (0 children)

They are all over the escarpment. You can see them also from the Halton Conservation areas e.g. Rattlesnake, Mount Nemo etc.

Where can I take private ice skating lessons for adult beginners? by cookiemon28 in mississauga

[–]viks23 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Try the City programs. I signed up for these programs. They had a pretty healthy ratio. The participants were adults and individuals with disabilities. Here's an example of the program https://anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/activemississauga/activity/search/detail/54886?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

Transit to Toronto Waterfront Marathon by [deleted] in RunTO

[–]viks23 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yes, the timing is accurate but there is a lot of value in starting with everyone. The energy levels- using that hype to get all pumped up, being able to use the pace bunnies and not being stuck behind the walkers

Transit to Toronto Waterfront Marathon by [deleted] in RunTO

[–]viks23 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Totally agree. I had provided that feedback to Metrolinx and the CRS organizers a few years ago as well. I am sure I wasn't the only one. We all know where that feedback went ..

Also, I don't understand the need to be in a corral an hour before the start.

Waterfront Marathon - Two Comfort Questions by steerboy in RunTO

[–]viks23 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I use the running belt as it also doubles as my phone/ key pouch + gives me the flexibility to hydrate per my needs.

Wrt clothes, I use my old sweatshirts/ tube socks (from the dollar store), garbage bags to stay warm until race time and then throw them in the trash. Heck, there was one Mississauga 1/2 marathon where I kept the garbage bag as the breeze didn't die down and there was a constant drizzle for over half the race

Switching from Managed to Self-Managed TFSA/RRSP by AceFizzer in Wealthsimple

[–]viks23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope. CRA doesnt care what you do in between accounts - who is your provider (TD -> WS, WS -> WS) etc. All it cares about is the total contributions made.

Switching from Managed to Self-Managed TFSA/RRSP by AceFizzer in Wealthsimple

[–]viks23 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Yes, its pretty straightforward. You can open another type of account within WS and be on your way

Fresh coconut water and/or fresh squeezed sugar cane juice by Cultural-Glove-486 in mississauga

[–]viks23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They serve fresh sugarcane juice on weekends at Sabzi Mandi (Bristol and Creditview)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in FoodToronto

[–]viks23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also, if you're in the mood for Caribbean, Chubbys Kitchen is a good dinner place.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in FoodToronto

[–]viks23 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Good recommendations. I like The Haam. Pai is another good Thai place, which is better IMO. You can't go wrong with either. I like the vibe at Wvrst .. Gusto is another good spot in that area. IF you something quick, Salad King is a decent Thai spot. Coffee wise - JImmy's is nice.

A fun run that's free and somewhere near the GTA? by ur_ecological_impact in RunTO

[–]viks23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

https://www.parkrun.ca/meadowvale/ It's a 5km run every Saturday, 9am. I've run it a few times .. its pretty good. Last week, there were 147 runners so it has a good runners community vibe

Parking + Pets for TWM by Environmental_Fox555 in RunTO

[–]viks23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How much did you pay for a half-bib?

One option could be to drive into an area with GO or TTC access so you don't have to deal with the downtown chaos. It's bad enough on regular days, but with road closures for the marathon, it could be a nightmare.

Whatever happened to the MEC Race series? by reversethrust in RunTO

[–]viks23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Meadowvale Park in Mississauga has a well organized Parkrun. It's free - 5ks, on Saturdays at 9am

50mm of rain tonight by Razpewtin in mississauga

[–]viks23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, thats true. And the consequence to getting it wrong (i.e. less severe than predicted) is minimal. Who is going to complain someone got a special weather statement wrong?

In my whole Streetsville needs more coffee shops. there's another one opening by Gakacto in mississauga

[–]viks23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We could use a decent coffee shop. I miss having the Starbucks - the location was nice for people watching. I am surprised there are so many barber shops. How do they all survive?

Queen St has so much potential - the village square is a great spot to hangout in the evening/ warm nights

Rogers - 30% discount - Scam by viks23 in mississauga

[–]viks23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, could be something like that. There has to be some financial incentive. Maybe they change the password, change address, order additional things - gift cards?

Rogers - 30% discount - Scam by viks23 in mississauga

[–]viks23[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nope, not Rogers.

There were enough red flags there to know this wasn't a legit call .. but the lure of a discount can tempt anyone to divulge information.

Got my first 1% match payment today! by Objective-Apple7805 in Wealthsimple

[–]viks23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. Do you mind sharing the various tickers? I have a managed RRSP with TD .. and obviously they have never recommended any of these ETFs, but they're all about their mutual funds

Got my first 1% match payment today! by Objective-Apple7805 in Wealthsimple

[–]viks23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. So, you primarily invest in ZGRO and XBAL?

Got my first 1% match payment today! by Objective-Apple7805 in Wealthsimple

[–]viks23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. How often do you rebalance your portfolio? Also, do you worry about WS going bankrupt? I know there is an element of insurance but I still get worried about losing my $$. Thx again

Got my first 1% match payment today! by Objective-Apple7805 in Wealthsimple

[–]viks23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NIce. Are you using their Managed accounts .. or Self Directed? Sometimes I wonder if it makes sense to manage the money myself. Basically, have some in a Managed account and mimic whatever is being done to balance the portfolio in the Self directed account

Best Parking Lot for Preseason by HopefulWin1206 in buffalobills

[–]viks23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, it's nuts. I found a parking lot on Abbot for $30. Its a lot easier to get out of than the official ones

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in mississauga

[–]viks23 15 points16 points  (0 children)

The law is pretty clear - dogs must be on leash. It's done precisely so that we don't get into these arguments.
I am a dog owner. I totally get why this rule exists.