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Steven Aronovitch: Covering all the “BASEs”
By GERRY POSNER A long ago in Winnipeg, one of the giants of this community started a business with his brother-in-law, Louis Leipsic. That business became a powerhouse in the real estate and insurance fields. Its name: Aronovitch and Leipsic.
That giant was Abraham Herman Aronovitch.
He was succeeded by his son Edgar Judah ( better known as Juk) Aronovitch, who was later succeeded by his sons Brian and Donald. The members of the Aronovitch family went on to pursue other business activities. Now though, some of the great grandchildren of Abraham are making their marks around the continent and beyond. One of those great-grandchildren is Steven Aronovitch.
Steven is the youngest child of the late Brian and Penny (Parks, originally Pashkovsky and later Pash). Steven is one of four children: his brothers, the late Rabbi Drew Aronovitch, Fraser, and a sister, Lois. Steven grew up in River Heights, later in Tuxedo, and attended a few schools during his growing up years: William Osler, Laidlaw, Shaftesbury, Kelvin and the University of Winnipeg. He later went to and graduated from the University of Manitoba with a BA, followed by a degree in Creative Communications from Red River Community College.
During his Red River years, Steven did an internship at the Manitoba Sports Federation. His stint there spurred an interest in the post-grad Sport Marketing Programme at George Brown in Toronto. The fact that he had done volunteer work with the Winnipeg Jets, Downtown Winnipeg BIZ , Forestry Canada, and the Independent Living Resource Centre all helped Steven get into the program at George Brown, but he was required to take a course in Vancouver in additional marketing. It was in 1993 when a young Steve Aronovitch made his move to Toronto, where he has remained ever since.
Aronovitch graduated from George Brown in 1994 and soon he was busy in an area involving the negotiation of sponsorships. It was not long before Steve was working at an ad agency by the name of Harrison Young Pesonen Newell, where he was assigned to the Unilver account. Ever since then Aronovitch has been a steady worker in media. In 2008, he joined what was then Top Drawer Creative. That move ultimately led to an invitation in 2018 to become a partner with three others in his current company, The Turn Lab.
One interesting aspect of The Turn Lab’s operation is that it is a carbon neutral business. The Turn Lab is willing to work with any client looking to transform its business in alignment with The Turn Lab’s values. The company focuses on digital, tech and consulting work. In the area of consulting, it has attempted to operate what is called a consumer insights panel. The four partners are open to change and they have met the challenges of the pandemic as best they could. One way that they have done this is to launch a new platform with a consumer app called “Just Boardrooms”. It helps anyone or business use space for short periods of time. They have seen a market open up for this kind of short period rentals for all sorts of reasons many of which were pandemic related.
Steven’s experience in the advertising world le him to being involved in working with some major clients, including CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods), Financial Services Automotive, QSR ( Quick Service Restaurants), retail businesses and not for profit clients. Having the ability to work with many different kinds of businesses and people is a talent and Steven might say that some of his ability to work well with all sorts of people was a skill he picked up at BB Camp, where he spent many years as a camper and later as a counsellor and LTP coordinator. It was there that Steven developed close friendships with many Winnipeg kids that have lasted to this day: David Finklestein, Lewis and David Stern, Marshall Matias, Aaron London, Doug Warren, David Wilder and Josh Weidman. Those relationships helped Steven immensely in learning how to get along with others. He has taken that skill and applied it to his work in the advertising business.
You can follow the path from Abraham to Edgar to Brian and now to Steven, but what is certain about all these Aronovitch men from Winnipeg to Toronto is one definite trait that binds them together- not just their name, but their commitment to work at any level. In whatever they did and do, they covered (and Steven still does) all the “BASEs” ( Brian, Abraham, Steve and Edgar).
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The Popularity of Simpler Slot Games in 2026: Review From Casino Online CrazyTower Experts
Online casinos now fill their libraries with numerous video slots that have dozens of functions, long bonus rounds, complex mechanics, and so on. Interestingly, despite this huge range of modern options, many Canadian visitors at sites like Casino Online CrazyTower here https://crazytower.com/ca/ no longer want complicated gameplay that requires constant attention and long explanations.
Simpler slots now attract a wider audience because they save time and create faster sessions. So, let’s figure out why this change happened and reasons for the popularity of simpler machines.
Why Many Players Are Returning to Basic Gameplay
Modern websites like Casino Online CrazyTower pushed complex video slots for years, but many people now prefer classic formats again. Simple gameplay has fewer interruptions and is simpler in terms of budgeting, which is important when you gamble for fun.
These are a few potential reasons explain why simpler slots became popular again in 2026:
- Faster rounds. Symbols appear quickly, and rounds continue without long animations or extended bonus sequences.
- Easier controls. Most classic slots have simple menus and familiar layouts that don’t confuse new visitors.
- Smaller feature lists. Simple slots usually have standard wilds, scatters, and multipliers instead of dozens of random mechanics.
- Better session flow. People spend more time on gameplay instead of reading explanations about symbols and special functions.
- Lower visual pressure. Simpler slots use calmer designs and shorter effects that don’t overload attention.
Classic gameplay also suits mobile devices better because shorter rounds work well on smaller screens. Plus, many visitors now prefer games that start instantly and explain their mechanics within seconds.
Features That Make Simpler Slots Appealing
Simple machines at Casino Online CrazyTower and similar websites continue to attract attention because they have a high gameplay speed. Many classic titles also replicate older casino machines that people already know from physical casinos.
However, these aren’t the only factors that attract gamblers. So, check out this list:
- Short bonus rounds. Free spins and multipliers finish quickly instead of interrupting gameplay for several minutes.
- Common and standard paylines. Traditional layouts help people understand payouts without long explanations.
- Faster loading times. Simpler graphics reduce waiting time on phones, tablets, and older computers.
- Stable gameplay pace. Long cutscenes and constant pop-up notifications don’t interrupt the session.
- Traditional themes. Fruit symbols, bars, sevens, and classic casino designs still attract large audiences.
- Smaller menus. Important information appears immediately without complicated tabs or hidden sections.
Modern video slots often contain too many mechanics in a single game. Developers now combine expanding reels, random modifiers, mission systems, tournaments, and multiple bonus levels in one title. Many visitors lose interest because gameplay turns repetitive and overloaded with constant interruptions.
Compare this to a session when you get results immediately and aren’t interrupted. These still have free spins and even mini risk games, but not as loaded as innovative titles.
Conclusion
Simple slots usually create better replay value because people understand the mechanics immediately. Common and standard gameplay doesn’t cause frustration and allows faster decisions during casino sessions.
Many classic slots also function better during short breaks because rounds finish quickly without long bonus interruptions. That’s why simpler slots became popular again at many casinos, including Casino Online CrazyTower and such.
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Football: Which team from Israel could we see in the European Cup next year?
With Europe’s club competitions heading into another summer of drama, Israeli football is on the table. The domestic season is done, trophies picked up and now a new batch of clubs can now try their luck against continental competition.
What are the prospects of these teams in Europe next year and who are they? It all starts with Hapoel Be’er Sheva’s title, Maccabi Tel Aviv’s cup win and the competition of the best Israel football teams against each other, as fans look to Champions League on Wincomparator to see what teams are in contention.
How Israel’s clubs qualify for Europe: The 2026-2027 spots
Qualification to join the European elite hinges on the 2025-26 Israeli Premier League table and the Israel State Cup. Israel will have one Champions League spot, one Europa League spot, and two Europa Conference League spots in 2026-27.
That means the league winner gets into the Champions League, the State Cup winner goes on to Europa League qualifying. The next eligible league’s finishers take the Conference League slots. It’s a good model as it provides a tangible reward for consistency at home, while at the same time demonstrating the importance of each playoff game. A top three finish can help a club’s summer, bring in better players and provide fans with a European tour before the next season’s start.
The Champion’s quest: Israel’s hope for the Champions League
Meet the 2025-26 Premier League winner: Hapoel Be’er Sheva
Hapoel Be’er Sheva have qualified for Israel’s Champions League after their Israeli Premier League title win with 79 points scored in 36 games. Ran Kozuch’s side closed the gap on the three-point lead but also showed significant strength in the attacking phase to secure a win in a crucial championship round with Beitar Jerusalem.
Their challenge also comes as their reward. Hapoel Be’er Sheva are only expected to begin in the second round of the Champions League, not the league round. To get to the main competition they need to pass through the first round of the other national champions in two-legged ties, and their seeding, fitness and sharpness in early-season competition could be a game breaker.
While the club has experience in Europe and a rabid Turner Stadium following, the path is tough. It takes one bad outing to wipe out a year’s worth of work. However, as long as the bedrock remains the same and they are able to put some depth into the team, the champions have the balance to fight.
Battling in the Conference League: Israel’s other European contenders
The State Cup winner and league runners-up
Maccabi Tel Aviv go to Europe after the Israel State Cup final 2-1 win against Hapoel Be’er Sheva at Teddy Stadium, Jerusalem. That win denied Be’er Sheva a home double, and also meant that Maccabi got into the Europa League qualifying, where they were put in the second qualifying round thanks to access-list rebalancing.
The Conference League qualifiers are Beitar Jerusalem who finished second in the league with 76 points, and Hapoel Tel Aviv who finished fourth with 60 points. The importance of Maccabi Tel Aviv’s cup victory lies in the fact that it unlocked the rest of the way in the league. Beitar’s season was particularly impressive as they scored 78 goals and lost just four matches. On the other hand, Hapoel Tel Aviv managed to remain above Maccabi Haifa in the final table standing, earning them a well-deserved European berth.
The Europa Conference League is no consolation prize for these clubs. It’s a realistic platform. Although there are still a few hurdles to navigate, Israeli sides consider this competition to be the most realistic one for European football in the autumn.
A look at past successes and future hopes
This group has reason for belief, based on recent history. Israeli teams can make significant nights in Europe, and Maccabi Haifa did just that, when they made it into the Champions League group stage in 2022-23, and then impressively took out Juventus 2-0 in Haifa.
There is significant monetary and sporting worth in qualification. A UEFA cup can make a difference to a club, as can better attendance, TV coverage and recruitment opportunities. The early storylines will be the draw for Hapoel Be’er Sheva in the Champions League, as well as Maccabi Tel Aviv in the Europa league and the two Conference League routes — Beitar Jerusalem and Hapoel Tel Aviv. They all have tricky paths to follow, but all four provide Israeli football with a realistic European presence next summer.
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At one time one entire block of McAdam Ave. was almost totally Jewish
This story originally appeared in a November 2014 issue of The Jewish Post & News:
1994 McAdam Ave. reunion (names inside story)By GERRY POSNER (This story first appeared in November 2014.)
Once upon a time when life was simpler and gentler, there was a street in the north end of Winnipeg which was like all other streets in the city except in one significant way. Everyone, but for one family, living on McAdam east of Main Street was Jewish.
