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The two councillors presented alternatives, including widening the road to six lanes, as the Region plans to, but forgoing the medi- an and installing a traffic light at Plummer Street, or widening the road to five lanes with a centre turning lane. “What is not acceptable is a me- dian down the middle of Brock Road to divide the community in half,” said Coun. McLean. The business owners agreed with their councillors, with cries of “no median” popping up at several points during the meeting. “I own a gym. It’s not a big gym, but I’ve been there five years ... not one person has mentioned to me a median would solve the problem,” said Excel Fitness Club owner Bill Cheung. Susan Siopis, the Region’s direc- tor, transportation and field ser- vices, said staff would document the group’s opinion and the alter- natives to the median and present it to the works committee in a June report. “To be frank with you, we will also talk about the pros and cons of that proposal,” she said, also pointing out a recent presentation to Durham’s works committee on the project was for information only since it had already been ap- proved. Many of the people at the meet- ing, including Coun. Dickerson, agreed the congestion issues on the road wouldn’t be addressed until the Province widened the bridge over Hwy. 401. “If you’re not going to do the bridge, this is stupid,” said Peter Landsman, owner of The Baby’s Room. Mr. Landsman described a bad accident he witnessed near the highway where a truck ended up on top of a car. He said similar accidents could occur if trucks couldn’t turn as a result of the median. 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A subsequent report, drafted in response to con- cerns raised by a Clarington resident and presented at a joint works and health and social services committee meeting preceding council, changed the HCl limit to the EU standard, However, that report was received for in- formation only. Works commissioner Cliff Curtis said the emissions criteria will ultimately be set by the Ministry of the Envi- ronment as part of the facil- ity’s certificate of approval. “We’re getting clear sig- nals that they expect us to meet or exceed A-7 or the EU across the board,” he said, adding that included HCl. Should the business case for the incinerator be ap- proved at the next council meeting, the emissions cri- teria will be the standard vendors have to achieve when they respond to the Region’s request for propos- als. Wendy Bracken, the New- castle resident whose con- cerns prompted the joint meeting preceding council, said there needs to be infor- mation on the criterion for each pollutant and details of what standards are out there at other incinerators. The pollutants addressed in the emissions criteria include acid rain-causing compounds such as nitro- gen oxides and sulphur di- oxides and cancer-causing toxins like dioxins and fu- rans. “I don’t believe there was a clear answer on (wheth- er) the proposed operating limits are set low enough to screen out the second-and- third-rate incinerators,” said Ms. Bracken after the meet- ing. Another issue for her was the monitoring of dioxins. The initial plan called for semi-annual stack tests, but Ms. Bracken said the best technology involves con- tinuous sampling. The Re- gion’s consultants in their report to the joint commit- tee said they would incorpo- rate continuous sampling. Oshawa councillor and vocal incineration oppo- nent Brian Nicholson also questioned whether the emissions criteria and test- ing protocols mean the Region is looking for the best possible technology or something below that in the interest of saving money. “There’s only one rea- son I can think of why you wouldn’t commit yourselves to the best of the best. That’s because you don’t want to pay for it, because the price would destroy your business plan,” he said. An attempt by Coun. Nicholson to defer the issue and ask for further reports failed. Mr. Curtis said the emis- sions limits in the certificate of approval are legally en- forceable and day-to-day op- erations of the plant would be substantially below the operational limits. He said they would be comparable to modern in- cinerators that show aver- age emissions lower than the operational limits pro- posed in Durham. “We will be in that same ballpark and we will be able to meet the best emissions in the world, or at least we’ll be close to it,” said Mr. Cur- tis. He added both the EU and the A-7 standards are protective of human health and the environment. Pickering Councillor Rick Johnson, one of the 15 councillors to vote in favour of the criteria, said council- lors want the best and saf- est plant possible and didn’t see anyone disagreeing with that. He pointed out incinera- tion was chosen as the solu- tion to the Region’s waste problem by a citizen’s com- mittee and approving the emissions criteria was the next step towards it. 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Of the 87 collisions along the stretch on Brock Road in the past six years, there were 18 between Bayly Street and Plummer Street, 31 at Plummer and 38 between Plummer and the 401. Another concern for the Region is capaci- ty. The road currently carries 45,000 vehicles per day, but may carry up to 65,000 in 20 years if traffic volume continues to increase at the same rate. Coun. Dickerson thinks the five-lane so- lution with a turning lane will address the issue. “What I’m proposing will work, will satisfy the demand, until the decisions are made by the Province on the Brock Road Bridge,” he said. Ms. Siopis disagreed. “It doesn’t add any capacity to the road other than getting the turning car out of the way.” While several business owners questioned the $4-to-$5 million price tag for the project, Ms. Siopis said the figure was for the whole project and included the cost of widening the road, moving curbs and acquiring prop- erty. Region staff entered the meeting hoping the business owners would support a com- promise, installing a median, but adding a traffic light at Plummer Street and a break in the median. And although everyone seemed to be in favour of the traffic light, they in- sisted they didn’t want the median. “I think the real story tonight was how united the community was in respect to this. It’s unanimous among business owners that this will devastate their business,” said Coun. McLean. However, Ms. Siopis said not everyone who had an interest in the issue was repre- sented at the meeting, including the thou- sands of commuters who use the road, and the Region has to consider how its whole road network functions, not simply one sec- tion of it. “Is this planning by consensus? No. Would we want to plan by consensus? No.” Local businesses are upset with plans by Durham Region to construct a median on Brock Road south of Hwy. 401. Region won’t plan by ‘consensus’ ✦ Region from page 1 Second cop suspended in a week By Jeff Mitchell jmitchell@durhamregion.com WHITBY — A second Durham police officer has been suspended over alle- gations of physically assaulting citizens while on duty. Last week Durham police an- nounced charges of assault had been laid against a Durham cop in relation to two separate incidents that are al- leged to have occurred while the of- ficer was on duty. That officer has also been suspend- ed with pay while he awaits his day in court. Now Constable Glen Turpin, a 17- year veteran, has been suspended with pay as required under the Police Ser- vices Act. The officer faces assault and threat- ening charges relating to two separate incidents that have occurred in Whitby since March 2006. Investigators with Durham’s Professional Standards unit laid the charges Tuesday. 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Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 40052657 & Editorials Opinions Tim Whittaker - Publisher Joanne Burghardt - Editor-in-Chief Mike Johnston - Managing Editor Duncan Fletcher - Director of Advertising Andrea McFater - Retail Advertising Manager Eddie Kolodziejcak - Classified Advertising Manager Abe Fakhourie - Distribution Manager Lillian Hook - Office Manager Janice O’Neil, Cheryl Haines - Composing Managers News/Sales (905) 683-5110 Classifieds (905) 683-0707 Distribution (905) 683-5117 Fax (905) 683-7363 Junk food not welcome at Lakeside Park To the editor: I read with interest the May 2 edito- rial in the News Advertiser commending Councillor Colleen Jordan for her efforts to include the banning of junk food ads directed at children on the agendas at regional and local councils. I hope that she uses the same sensibilities when voting on whether to include a con- cession stand at the new facility planned for Lakeside Park. I doubt anyone would argue that ads are less a problem than easy access to junk food, and I have yet to see a concession stand that does not offer only poor choices to children and adults. I commend Coun. Jordan on her com- mitment to a healthier population. She has my full support. Cynthia Hawkins Ajax e-mail letters to mjohnston@durhamregion.com / max. 200 words / please include your full first and last name, place of residence & daytime phone number / letters that do not appear in print may be published @ newsdurhamregion.com Our readers think... A/P PAGE 6 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 9, 2008 durhamregion.com I have always endeavoured to take care of myself. I walk a great deal, ride the bike, play hockey, snowshoe, even tie myself in knots with a little yoga now and then. I put a great deal of stock in the old adage “Use it or lose it.” Although a more appropriate maxim for my financial fit- ness might be “Use it and lose it.” Still, I think it’s important to put the body to work if for no other reason than I don’t want to end up looking like Jabba the Hutt; needing the “Jaws of Life” to get into my automobile. Recently, however, I’ve realized that for all of my physical activity, there’s a part of me that’s been sorely neglected to the point of atrophy. My imagination. I wonder if you’re in the same boat. I suspect many of us are. Do you recall, as a child, how easy it was to picture yourself being, doing or having anything at all in this or any other world? Can you remember that time when the boundaries of your life seemed absolutely limitless? When you lived without fear or worry or self-doubt? When fantasy was as much a part of your daily clothing as socks and underwear? I can, but only barely. And I find that terribly upsetting. One might think that as a “creative art- ist” my life would be full of imaginings. But it isn’t. There’s a great deal of think- ing that goes on, lots of it wonderfully creative thinking, some of it hard, smoke coming out of the ears thinking. But it’s thinking. And that’s a very different ani- mal from imagining. Thinking involves dealing with what you have. Imagining toys with what you might want. Very dif- ferent animal. I’m not sure when it started, when I suddenly began putting a cap on my dream bottle. No doubt it coincided with that time in my life when I decided I was an adult and should start behaving like one. Done deal. The plan had unfolded and it was just a matter of settling into it and seeing it out. No more fantasies, no more imagining other frontiers, other ver- sions of me. Neil V 2.0 . . . that was it. And what occurs then, when we no longer steer our ships in the direction of our dreams? Some of us drift aimlessly, tossed about by the waves around us, but most of us just tie the wheel off in the direction we’ve always been heading, let- ting our past define and thereby design our future. We’ve always lived this way, thought these things, expected this stuff, so why should the future be any different? Well, why not? Why can’t tomorrow be entirely different from today, in a million wonder- ful ways? I haven’t been able to come up with a good reason why it shouldn’t, other than I’ve always “thought” it should be the same. So I’ve decided to try an experi- ment. I’m going to start thinking less and imagining more. Or at least spend as much time dreaming as I do thinking. I’m going to wool-gather, blue-sky, moodle. All of those things we were taught not to do as kids. And I’m going to see if I can’t get back some of the wonderful that, as a seven year old, I had planned for myself. Durham resident Neil Crone, actor-comic- writer, saves some of his best lines for his col- umns. You’ve got to reconnect with your imagination Neil Crone/ Enter Laughing THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 9, 2008 PAGE 7 A/Pdurhamregion.com DURHAM — A $4.9-mil- lion shortfall in this year’s budget has been reduced to $2.7 million thanks to some provincial govern- ment grants and a readjust- ment of reserve funds, the superintendent of finance told the Durham Catholic District School Board at its board meeting recently. “The Province recog- nizes there’s a decline in enrolment in all the school boards, so they’re giving us more money based on the number of schools rather than the number of stu- dents,” said Ryan Putnam, referring to the recent addi- tion of $300,000 in grants to the DCDSB’s coffers. 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Joe Kolodzie supporting it. “Basically I want Regional coun- cil to recognize the importance of the Oshawa airport to the regional economic picture,” said Coun. Henry. Before voting on the issue, the committee heard from airport manager Stephen Wilcox and Os- hawa director of economic ser- vices Cindy Symons-Milroy. They presented the case for the airport, citing an economic impact study completed in 2005 that said it gen- erates $58 million in economic ac- tivity. But, while the motion passed, councillors expressed doubts about the Region funding the air- port. “The Region’s hard pressed to deal with the core businesses it has today,” said Ajax Mayor Steve Parish. “We’re going to take on something that isn’t one of our core mandates?” The Oshawa airport is expected to operate in the red through 2012, according to the presentation. Re- gional Chairman Roger Anderson pointed out the management con- tract for Total Aviation and Airport Solutions cost more than the pro- jected income from airport rev- enue fees. Mr. Wilcox said that was be- cause his company’s fee included snow removal and grass cutting. He argued the airport should be viewed not just as a business, but as infrastructure, pointing out the Durham police helicopter is not charged to land there. Committee chairwoman and Scugog Mayor Marilyn Pearce asked whether there were other airports that are funded by upper- tier municipalities. Mr. Wilcox said there aren’t a lot of good compari- sons. “We’re a bit of an anomaly out here; we don’t have scheduled ser- vice so we don’t get federal fund- ing,” said Mr. Wilcox, adding the airport does have a lot of flight movements. According to Statistics Canada, in March, the Oshawa airport saw 1,973 itinerant movements, which are flights from one airport to an- other. It also saw 3,125 local move- ments, flights which remained in the vicinity of the airport. Overall, Oshawa ranked as the 32nd busi- est airport with movements in the country. Mr. Wilcox said 82 com- panies in the Greater Toronto Area used it on a regular basis. However, Mr. Anderson said the problem was the airport doesn’t have scheduled flights and it was limited by the length of the run- way. “A 4,000 foot runway isn’t going to land anything much bigger than what you’re landing there today.” He also pointed out that the 2006 revision to Durham’s official plan calls for the Region to drop the Oshawa airport from its plans once the Pickering airport is built. The federal government is expect- ed to make a decision on Pickering in 2009 and Mr. Anderson expects both Oshawa and the Toronto Buttonville Municipal Airport in Markham to close once it’s built. However, Coun. 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Ms. Martin, a 51-year-old Trenton native, spent more than two years in a women’s prison near Guadalajara, Mexico, awaiting trial after she was arrested for money laundering and criminal conspiracy. She worked as a chef for convicted fraudster Alyn Waage - who was op- erating an internet fraud scheme at the time - until she was fired and given a $28,000 one-year severance package, which she reinvested in his company, and was charged by Mexi- can authorities. On April 22 of this year, she was found guilty of the crime, was sen- tenced to five years in prison and charged 35,800 Mexican pesos, about $3,500. On May 1 she finally returned to Canada. Mr. McTeague, Liberal critic for consumer affairs and consular ser- vices, has followed the situation and was pushing the government to bring her home. “It’s clear the government wasn’t really taking the case seriously,” he said. When Ms. Martin re- turned to Can- ada, she was immediately sent to a local women’s prison and awaits a decision by the Nation- al Parole Board on her fate, which could take a couple of months. Mr. McTeague feels “her only crime is guilt by association. “She was tried and convicted on circumstantial evidence,” he said. “The fact is there was no evidence there.” He said his job with the Martin Government, when he was par- liamentary secretary to the Minis- ter of Foreign Affairs, was to assist people who were wrongfully incar- cerated, and “my concern was her rights under international law were violated,” adding Ms. Martin (who doesn’t speak Spanish) wasn’t even provided with an interpreter during questioning. Mr. McTeague raised the issue a number of times in the House of Commons, and even provided then-Foreign Affairs Minister Peter MacKay with a sworn affidavit by Mr. Waage proclaiming Ms. Martin’s innocence. 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THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 9, 2008 PAGE 11 A/Pdurhamregion.com Local MP helps release woman from Mexican jail Brenda Martin Bicycle patrols helping to cut costs for Durham police By Michelle Faulkner mfaulkner@durhamregion.com DURHAM — If you’re angry about the rising cost of gasoline over the last couple of months, be grateful you’re not in the transportation industry. According to a fuel focus report issued by Natural Resources Canada, the av- erage price of regular gas- oline in Canada on May 6 was $1.25 per litre, up almost 17 cents from the same time last year. Diesel is even higher, at about $1.32 per litre, up 33 cents from last year. Durham Region Transit (DRT) uses more than four million litres of gasoline per year. Neil Killens, deputy gen- eral manager of support services at DRT, said al- though DRT buys its gas at a discounted rate through a contract with Shell Oil, the rising cost of fuel is significant to its budget. This year the DRT’s has allotted just more than $4 million for fuel. “Our budget is based on $1.03 per litre,” Mr. Killens said, which is the rate DRT estimated gas prices would be at when planning this year’s budget. “The price we are being charged is $1.12. That nine-cent differential is costing us $30,000 per month over our budget.” DRT has about 155 buses in its conventional fleet and 33 specialized service buses that will pick up dis- abled and elderly passen- gers and are available for prearranged pickups, Mr. Killens said. “All but about 20 buses or less (are on the road) during peak hours,” Mr. Killens said. These buses travel about 390,000 hours every year. It’s normal to set each year’s fuel budget about 20 per cent higher than the previous year, he said, but this year is the excep- tion to the rule. The high diesel prices are having a significant impact on the Ontario trucking industry as well. “Traditionally, fuel rep- resents anywhere from 15 to 30 per cent of a carrier’s operating costs,” said Re- becka Torn of the Ontario Trucking Association. “However, the cost of fuel has been gaining on labour as the top cost and is now in the range of 40 to 50 per cent.” This is forcing some trucking companies to cut back on the amount of drivers they send out. “The industry is having such problems I haven’t worked for three weeks,” said truck driver Paul Davey. “I think every com- pany is losing business be- cause of the fuel cost and economy.” Mr. Davey, who usually travels for two weeks at a time from Toronto to Van- couver, spends more than $5,000 on diesel per trip. He says he’s spent about 25 per cent more on fuel this year than last. Since the price of die- sel is now higher than unleaded gasoline, which Ms. Torn said was almost unheard of a couple of years ago, the trucking in- dustry tries to cope with the costs by improving its fuel efficiency through things like speed control, reducing idling and aux- iliary heating and cooling systems. Like any business, truckers try to pass their increased costs on to their customers by way of sur- charges, she said. Even the Durham Re- gional Police aren’t im- mune to high gas prices. They also have a discount- ed rate for gasoline, but the increase in fuel costs affects their rates, said Dave Selby of Durham Regional Police Services (DRPS). “In 2007 we spent $1.45 million on fuel for all ve- hicles,” Mr. Selby said. “This year to date we are at $110,000.” He said if gas prices re- main high, DRPS would “absolutely” go over their budget this year. “For a lot of operational reasons, we have a lot of cars running all the time,” he said. 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This truck can hold up to 600 litres, almost $800 to fill. ‘That nine cent differential is costing us $30,000 per month over our budget.’ -- NEIL KILLENS, DURHAM REGION TRANSIT THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 9, 2008 PAGE 13 A/Pdurhamregion.com RICK JOHNSON’S COUNTY JAMBOREE The power to make your community better. 8 1 R O T A R Y CLUBS O F A JAX&PI C K E R IN G PIC K E R ING Rotary Ribfest durhamregion.comP PAGE 14 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 9, 2008 Municipalities, Region defend soaring development charges By Jillian Follert jfollert@durhamregion.com DURHAM — A new report says increasing development charges are forcing many would- be homebuyers out of the market in Durham Region and across the GTA. On Tuesday, the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD) released ‘Over The Top,’ a report highlighting how climbing development charges impact housing afford- ability. BILD represents more than 1,500 members in the residential development, home building and renovation industries -- all of which stand to gain if new home prices are more accessible. The report says residential development charges in several GTA communities are now more than $30,000, with Brampton the high- est at an average of $35,398 for a single family home. It also lists eight GTA municipalities that have more than doubled their residential develop- ment charges for single family homes since 2001, including Scugog, Brock and Uxbridge. “Over the last two or three years, we’ve seen so many more people buying condos,” said BILD CEO Stephen Dupuis. “It’s not because the pub- lic overwhelmingly wants to buy condos all of a sudden, it’s because people are being priced out of the market.” Every time a new housing development is built in Durham Region, that means more roads, sewers, sidewalks, traffic lights, parks and other services must be built to support them -- and they carry a hefty price tag. Instead of paying for growth-related costs through property taxes, local municipalities col- lect development charges to foot the bill. Costs vary by municipality, but in most cases a single detached residential home would come with at least $20,000 in charges, paid by the de- veloper and passed on to the homebuyer in the price of the property. This week’s BILD report says development charges are part of a larger financial burden faced by new homebuyers, that includes GST, PST, land transfer tax, land dedications and other fees, which result in government-driven costs representing up to 20 per cent of the total home price. Mr. Dupuis said the root problem is the way municipalities are funded. BILD wants the Province to increase infra- structure funding, reverse the downloading of social service programs and reduce dependency on property taxes as the sole source of municipal funding. In Durham, development charges are set by the municipalities, the Region, the school boards and Durham Region Transit and all are collected by the lower-tier municipality. At the municipal level, the charges cover things like local roads, traffic lights, sidewalks, recreation centres, fire halls, libraries and parks. Regionally, the money funds police services, sewers, water and regional roads. 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For application information for the BEd in Adult Education, visit our website at http://adult.ed.brocku.ca or call 905-688-5550, ext. 5547, or e-mail: adulted@brocku.ca ST.CATHARINES|ONTARIO|CANADA|WWW.BROCKU.CA Bachelor of Education in Adult Education Degree and Certificate Programs durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 16 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 9, 2008 Meagan’s Walk takes place on Mother’s Day By Jillian Follert jfollert@durhamregion.com DURHAM — To look at Jack Conway, you would never guess the almost three-year-old has spent much of his life battling a brain tumour. The sturdy blonde boy is a flurry of activity, running, laughing, climbing and talking a mile a minute. As his parents recall his story in their Courtice living room, Jack is busy driving toy cars, clicking through photos on the family computer and lin- ing up plastic cups, which he bowls over with a plastic ball before yelling “Strike!” and clapping his hands. “He’s a very happy little guy, he has a lot of en- ergy,” his dad Steve said. “He’s surpassed all the expectations his doctors had for him.” This triumph makes the Conway family one of the lucky ones -- and it’s one of the reasons they’re so dedicated to Meagan’s Walk, an up- coming event that raises awareness of pediatric brain tumours and funds for research. The annual walk takes place on Mother’s Day and sees participants cover five kilometres from Ontario Place to the Hospital For Sick Children, where they finish by forming a human chain to create a huge hug around the hospital. It was started to honour Meagan Bebenek, who died in 2001 when she was five, after a six-month battle with a terminal form of brain cancer. Funds raised go toward pediatric brain tumour research at Sick Kids. The Conways have taken part for the past two years, ever since Jack was diagnosed with a be- nign brain tumour known as optic pathway glio- ma when he was just six months old. He was treated at the Hospital for Sick Children, receiving months of chemotherapy to shrink the mass and stop it from putting pressure on his optic nerve. Initially doctors weren’t sure how much the tumour would shrink, or whether it would per- manently affect Jack’s vision or speech, or other development. Today, it’s been just more than a year since he finished treatment -- and so far, so good. The tu- mour has shrunk considerably and the little boy has peripheral vision and the ability to distinguish colours. And most thrilling for his parents, he’s started talking up a storm. “Before December he was only saying a few words, then all of a sudden he started,” his mom Kim said. “That was the last big milestone we were waiting for.” The family doesn’t know what the future holds for Jack. Often, in cases of his particular disease, the tumour begins to grow and cause problems again, necessitating more chemo treatments. And there are often long-term problems with sight. Staff at Sick Kids have told them to expect to be part of the family there for at least another few years. The family can’t speak highly enough of the treatment and care Jack has received there, which is why they are pushing to raise as much money as possible for Meagan’s Walk. Walkers can participate as individuals or teams. Jack’s Team, made up of the Conway family’s rela- tives, friends and co-workers, has already raised $16,000 this year and is aiming for $20,000 by the day of the walk. For more information on Meagan’s Walk, visit www.meaganswalk.com. For more information on Jack, visit www.caringbridge.org/visit/jacks- journey. -- With files from Jennifer Stone Local family steps forward in battle with brain cancer Caregiver tips and advice from Alzheimer society DURHAM — If you’re new to care giving, or just need a bit of help, the Family Caregiver Education Workshop is right for you. The workshop is on Thursday, May 15 from 9:30 a.m. to noon at the Soci- ety’s office in the Oshawa Centre office tower, 419 King St. W., Suite 207, Oshawa. Practical tips will be given that caregivers can use to help them deal with common areas in dementia and Alzheimer’s disease such as com- munication loss and coping strategies. An overview of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia and information on getting and under- standing a diagnosis are included, as well as com- munity supports in Durham Region. Advance registration is requested and there’s a $5 material fee. To register, call the Alzheimer Society of Dur- ham Region at 905-576-2567 or 1-888-301-1106. D A I L Y S U D O K U newsdurhamregion.com Six snow days for the north, three for south By Crystal Crimi ccrimi@durhamregion.com DURHAM — This school year’s snow days won’t have any financial implica- tions for the Durham public school board. The 2007-2008 school year included three bus cancellation days for all of Durham Region and three more just for the area north of Hwy. 7 – Brooklin, Brock, Uxbridge and Scugog - ac- cording to a staff report, presented to the Durham District School Board’s May 5 standing committee. Schools remained open in each case. “There’s no savings for us on a snow day,” said Mark Joel, the board’s superin- tendent of operations and transportation. The bus operation con- tract is based on a fixed number of delivery days and payment still occurs during a cancellation. Staff is also expected to arrive at some point during the day and are paid if they do; they can apply for a sick day oth- erwise, said Mr. Joel. Student enrolment grants are not affected by snow day attendance, he added. Board chairman and Ajax Trustee Marilyn Crawford said she asked staff for the report because of the heavy snowfall this winter. Some school boards had so many snow days, they had to come up with creative ways to make up for lost time, said Trustee Crawford. Mr. Joel said extra work was not assigned during snow days and schools compressed the curriculum to make things work. The cancellations had various affects on schools, show school comments provided in the report. The biggest impact was seen at north Durham schools. Beaverton Public School is only serviced by one bus and business occurred as usual there. McCaskill’s Mills had 20 to 25 per cent of students attend, whereas Thorah Central had none. In Scugog, 25 per cent of its students attended Prince Albert; Epsom/Greenbank had a handful of students and Cartwright Central re- ceived 10 per cent. Uxbridge Public School had 25 per cent attendance and Joseph Gould had 25- to-30 per cent. Less than 10 per cent of students showed up at Scott Central; teach- ers also had a difficult time getting there. In Goodwood, 10 per cent of the students showed up, but as the num- ber of snow days increased, so did attendance. Port Perry and Brock high schools had few students attend. Cartwright High School had no students and Uxbridge Secondary School had less than 10 per cent. Saturday,May10 9a.m. to12noon PickeringCivicComplex 1theEsplanadeSouth,Pickering REFE Com t pos Compostcourtesyof Durham Region. Eventhosted byDurham Region and the Cityof Pickering. Pickering Horticultural Societyparticipants. Blue Boxes,Green Bins and Composters Compost from your green bin organics for use on your lawns and gardens! Bring your own shovels and containers. Large bin $15 Blue Boxes $5 & $6 Small bin $4 Composter $30 FROSALEGreen bins comWHY BEIN G PEANUT FREE IS SO IMPORTAN T Reasons to reconsider 11 07OCT AMETROLAND DURHAM REGION MEDIA GROUP NEWSMAGAZINE www.durhamparent.com SEE LEADERSHIP ON PAGE 7 HELP! MY CHILD’S PROJECT IS DUE! Ways to work with your kids 4 3 SIMPLE STEPS T O TAK E CONTROL Be firm, fair and c onsistent 13 BY DANIELLE HARDER There are many good reasons to try to eat together as a family once a day. It’s a chance to slow down, connect and share everyone’s day. Increasingly, research is also showing family meals are better for children’s physical, emotional and mental health. According to a study published last month, families who eat together may have healthier kids in the long term. The fi ndings, which appear in the Jour- nal of the American Dietetic Association, suggest children who connect with their parents at mealtimes are more likely to have a healthier diet as young adults. The study followed 1,700 teenagers for fi ve years and found those who ate the most meals with their families tended to eat bet- ter as they got older, including eating more fruits and vegetables. This new research bolsters previous studies that found children who share a meal with family several times a week are less likely to smoke, drink alcohol, use drugs or become sexually active. They also tend to do better academically and have better mental health. Unfortunately, while science suggests families make more attempts to eat togeth- er, economic forces are working against them. According to Statistics Canada, workers spend an average of 45 minutes less per day with family members in 2005 than they did 20 years earlier. The length of the workday has also ex- panded, cutting into what was traditionally the family dinnertime. On average, Cana- dians now work about 30 minutes longer each day than they did a generation ago. Exacerbating the meal crunch is simply the fast-paced and full lives of many fami- lies today. Children are often involved in more extra-curricular activities and have more homework to get through each night, than their parents did as kids. So, what to do? Start by doing some ‘investment’ cook- ing: double a meal one night and freeze half for later or set aside one afternoon on the weekend to cook several meals that can be tucked away in the freezer for busy nights. Next, save yourself time by purchasing pre-cut vegetables. Yes, they cost more but you’re more likely to use them and less likely to be pitching out brown broccoli next week. Even onions – the most dreaded of kitchen chores – are available pre- chopped and frozen. A simple meal, such as bean burritos, can be whipped up in under half an hour. The family meal s till matters MAKE IT A TRADITION Sitting down each day for a family meal, whether it be breakfast or dinner, still holds a lot of value and importance for you and your children. Leadership in education What does it mean to be a leader? In today’s world we recognize that a real leader is a person of action and compas- sion, vision and insight, initiative and responsibility. At Trinity College School, the com- munity recently undertook a long-term planning exercise to understand how they can best prepare students to be leaders – leaders in their local and global communities, leaders within the school and, most importantly, leaders within their own lives. As a result of this community-wide planning initiative, Trinity College School has adopted a new mission statement: developing habits of the heart and mind for a life of purpose and service. 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To advertise, call Debbie at 905-426-4676 x. 230 or email: dsalomon@durhamregion.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 9, 2008 PAGE 17 Pdurhamregion.com Snow brings no savings for school board Photo by Sheena Ouderkirk Green thumb PICKERING — The Pickering Horticultural Society’s annual Plant Sale is this Saturday, May 10 from 9 a.m. to noon at Espla- nade Park in Pickering (the Pickering Civic Complex, One The Esplanade). Knowledgeable gardeners will be on hand to offer gardening tips, and the Region of Durham will give away com- post. Sigrid Squire is a member of the PHS. ‘We have to be strong and united, roll the dice, see what happens’ By Melissa Mancini mmancini@durhamregion.com DURHAM — General Motors and CAW union representatives will be working to follow Ford Canada’s lead and hope- fully reach a contract deal, starting Thursday morn- ing. “Because of our declin- ing auto industry we have decided it makes sense to enter into early bargain- ing to try to negotiate a new three-year collective agreement before things get much worse in the auto industry,” said Chris Buckley, Canadian Auto Workers Local 222 presi- dent. The meeting will be in Toronto and Mr. Buckley said they are starting with the intent to get GM to fol- low the pattern Ford has set, but also commit to in- vestment for the Oshawa location “so our members have a future.” Mr. Buckley said that after Ford’s quick deal he is cautiously optimistic going into negotiations, but in the end it will be up to GM. He wouldn’t say directly whether the union was looking toward conces- sions as a bargaining tac- tic. “We are in the most difficult times in our his- tory within the auto in- dustry,” Mr. Buckley said. “We have done some non- traditional things to save the corporations some money, but I believe all in all we can reach a fair collective agreement that doesn’t disadvantage our members and helps the companies remain com- petitive in a very competi- tive environment.” Bing Campney, a former union representative for the General Motors truck plant, said giving con- cessions would be going down the wrong road. Now retired, Mr. Campney sat through many negotia- tions with GM during his 20 years as a union rep. “We all know the com- pany wants concessions; what their demands will be is anyone’s guess,” Mr. Campney said. “We have to be strong and united, roll the dice, see what hap- pens.” The company can close the plant regardless of whether concessions are given, so the union should fight hard to keep the ben- efits they have now, he said. Mr. Buckley said it is his intention to fight for the union’s membership, past and present. “We’re going to do ev- erything humanly pos- sible to protect not only our active members but our retirees and we will not allow General Motors to dig deep into anyone’s pockets,” he said. At the end of April GM announced that effective September 2008, the com- pany would be cutting a shift at the Oshawa truck plant that produces the Chevrolet Silverado and the GMC Sierra. Between 900 and 1,000 jobs will be lost due to the elimination of the second shift and the truck plant will operate on one shift come the fall. Getting production into the Oshawa plants is the most important thing as bargaining begins, Mr. Buckley said. “Without future product allocation our members don’t have a future, so we need to secure that,” he said. -- with files from Kim Downey PLAY PALACE DRIVE THRU PICKERING LOCATIONS Pickering Town Centre 905-839-7727 1099 Kingston Rd. 905-831-2665open regular mall hours Remind her how COOL she is! durhamregion.comP PAGE 18 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 9, 2008 CAW local president ready to get bargaining with GM Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo A bevy of dancers PICKERING — Jenny Steven applauds the efforts of Calista from Zahra’s School of Belly Dance during the Bevy of Hope Volunteer Appreciation Day. Gail Snyder is the founder of the Bevy of Hope which, for the past 11 years, has been raising money for cancer-related activities. 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N., WHITBYN., WHITBY THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 9, 2008 PAGE 19 A/Pdurhamregion.com A Special Place is a mother-and-daughter family business that began 30 years ago in Toronto (20 years in Durham Region) as an antique shop, which grew into furnishings and décor. At the height of the wingback chair trend, A Special Place sold thousands.They were the go-to-gals of that era, and they have continued to be ever since. FASHION IN FURNITURE A Special Place has always stayed on top of the trends and fashions, recog- nizing what customers will want, reflected in a brilliant collection that expresses both current and up-and-coming styles as well as traditional beauty. With two unique stores filled with an eclectic mix of upholstered furniture, unusual accent pieces, lamps, artwork and accessories from all over the world. The buyers at A Special Place pride themselves on being fashion forward when it comes to new trends. Owner, Paula Clairman says that at A Special Place, home furnishings is a fashion business. homeWEET Advertising Feature 30TH ANNIVERSARY WE’VE CHANGED WITH THE TIMES, HAVE YOU? CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE DovetailKitchen & Bathroom 35 Harwood Ave. S. | Ajax | 905-231-1117 MONDAY TO FRIDAY 9:00 TO 7:00 • SATURDAY 10:00 TO 4:00 • SUNDAY CLOSED Dovetail Kitchen & Bathroom GREAT SELECTION • HUGE SAVINGS • FREE CONSULTATION • GREAT SERVICE Huge Vanity & Natural Stone Sale up to 30% OFF 10% OFF New Kitchen Cabinets Big selection of ceramic & porcelain tiles 905-427-1488 or 1-800-521-3229 CELEBRATING 36 YEARS IN BUSINESS Visit our 2,000 sq. ft. Showroom: 120 Gibson Dr., Markham 2007 Consumers Choice Winner! Let our experience work for you! durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 20 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 9, 2008 home SWEET home • Advertising Feature EXPERT ADVICE The decorators at A Special Place will help you achieve a look that reflects your own style and personality, and work within your budget. They have the expertise and imagination to help you to remove the stress and guesswork from your decorat- ing experience. It is important to use a decorator so that your new look is executed properly. It’s hard to keep on top of the trends – that’s best left to the professionals who make it their business to know how to select fabrics, mix accessories and source the perfect piece. QUALITY AND COMFORT A Special Place is proud to feature Highland House fine furniture. Eight-way hand- tied springs and superior cushioning makes the comfort difference. Thousands of designer upholstery fabrics and trimmings will take your breath away. Drop in to either location to see what A Special Place can do for your décor. Paula says: “We promise to inspire you with our creative ideas and practical solutions for every room in your home and help you to create the ‘wow’ factor you’ve always wanted.” CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS PAGE (NC)-The real estate market may be in a slump, but not all industries having to do with the home are in trouble. Companies that specialize in remodeling and renovation, particularly in the area of outdoor living, are doing extremely well right now. “People don’t want to lose money on their biggest investment so instead of moving, they’re improving their homes,” says Joe Rey-Barreau, an associate pro- fessor at the University of Kentucky’s School of Interior Design and education consultant for the American Lighting Association (ALA). He says now that warmer weather has arrived, people are adding decks, patios, gazebos and outdoor kitchens to their homes, and they aren’t just planning to use them in the daytime. “The trend toward expanding outdoor living space has been growing for some time now,” says Richard Lentz, president of Lentz Landscape Lighting in Dallas, Texas. “In past years, our goal was focused on light- ing the space and showing off the garden. Now we’re concentrating a lot more effort on finding innovative ways to light outdoor spaces so they can be used at night, much like they’re used during the day.” Backyard decks no longer just have a small light near the door. Lentz says lighting designers are now installing down lights in trees and attaching them to chimneys to shine light down on the space. “We’re also putting in a lot of step lights to make the transition from the upper to lower level easier,” says Lentz, who adds that people no longer have to feel like they’re under a spotlight when they sit outside under the stars. “If there’s a tree nearby, we can shine light down from it. Attaching fixtures to a chimney is also a nice way to get light from above that feels like moonlight.” And when it comes to lighting outdoor kitchens, innovation is key. “We do a lot of task lighting in the outdoor kitchen,” says Lentz. “We’ll utilize the arbors to hang task lighting over the sink, the grill and the table, for example, and put them on dimmers so when the light isn’t needed, it can be turned down.” Lentz credits the recent innovations offered by vari- ous lighting manufacturers for making those projects possible. “Technology sure has come a long way in a short amount of time,” he says. Rey-Barreau agrees. “Manufacturers realize there’s a growing market for outdoor fixtures and they have responded by stepping up to the challenge to develop chandeliers, table lamps and sconces that are rated for wet conditions so they can be safely installed out- doors,” he says. Safety isn’t the only factor being considered by manufacturers. So is operating cost. Not so long ago, the U.S. government mandated that the lighting indus- try find ways to cut energy consumption of their prod- ucts. Kichler Lighting of Cleveland, Ohio, responded by coming out with a line of outdoor fixtures that use highly efficient L.E.D. bulbs that require one-third the energy of incandescents. “When people realize they can get the same light output, a nice comfortable color and reduce energy use by 75 per cent, they are more than willing to make the change,” says Jeff Dross at Kichler Lighting. There have been innovations in the area of lighting for curb appeal purposes as well. “Landscape lighting is about safety, security and aesthetics. As far as the latter goes, the key to success is being subtle. Less is al- ways more,” says Monty Gilbertson, manager of Light- ing Design by Wettsteins in La Crosse, Wisconsin. 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EARLY INFANCY PARENTING PROGRAM: A non-profit program to help mothers and fami- lies nurture their children from infancy to age 2 and beyond, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Pickering Ontario Early Years Centre, 1822 Whites Rd., Unit 202. For more information call Kelly at 905-509-0995. SATURDAY, MAY 10 PLANT SALE: The Pickering Horticultural So- ciety holds its annual plant sale, starting at 9 a.m., at the gazebo in Esplanade Park, next to the Pickering Civic Complex. There will be an- nuals, perennials and vegetable plants for sale. 905-839-4604 (Sylvia). SUNDAY, MAY 11 MOTHER’S DAY TREAT: Pickering Museum Village invites all to attend their Mother’s Day Tea event from either Noon to 1:30 p.m. or 2 to 3:30 p.m. The menu has a variety of items, and each mother will receive a small token. Space is limited. Pre-registration required. To register, call the City of Pickering registration desk at 905-420-4621. For more information, call the Pickering Museum Village at 905-683-8401. TUESDAY, MAY 13 TOASTMASTERS CLUB: The Speak Up Toast- masters Club meets every Tuesday (except the first Tuesday of the month) from noon to 1 p.m. at 1305 Pickering Pkwy., Pickering. Improve your public-speaking skills in a supportive and friendly environment. Call Liz Fernandes at 905- 837-6343 and she’ll meet you in the lobby. CRAFTS: Join the Pickering Village Seniors for crafts on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Village Community Centre, 29 Linton Ave., in Pickering Village (Ajax). Bring your lunch and your own craft project or work on group projects. Tea and cookies are provided. New members always welcome. For more informa- tion, including a bus pick-up, call 905-683-0334 (Diane). TOASTMASTERS: Gain confidence and de- velop public speaking skills with the Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters. The club meets on Tuesday nights from 6:45 to 8:30 p.m. at the Pickering Central Library auditorium, One the Esplanade (near Kingston and Glenanna roads). For more information call Joanne at 905-428- 7875 or just drop in for a visit. AJAX SENIORS: The Ajax Seniors Friendship Club welcomes member Keith Miller, who will show a DVD on Rivers of Canada. The meeting is from 9:30 to 11:15 a.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. For more information call John or Pauline at 905- 683-2772. HORTICULTURE: The Pickering Horticultural Society celebrates its 75th anniversary at its monthly meeting at 8 p.m. in the O’Brien meet- ing rooms of the Pickering Recreation Complex, Valley Farm Road south of Hwy. 2. A master gardener will speak on ‘potscaping’, along with tips on planter maintenance. Everyone wel- come. 905-839-4604 (Sylvia). WEDNESDAY, MAY 14 ROUGE HILL SENIORS: Join the Rouge Hill Se- niors Club for darts, Wednesdays and Fridays at 10 a.m., carpet bowling, Wednesdays and Fridays at 1 p.m., and euchre on Fridays at 6:45 p.m. The fun is at the Petticoat Creek Commu- nity Centre, 470 Kingston Rd., in Pickering. All are welcome. For more information, call 905- 420-4660, ext. 6302. TOASTMASTERS: Gain confidence and de- velop public speaking skills with the Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters. The club meets on Tuesday nights from 6:45 to 8:30 p.m. at the Pickering Central Library auditorium, One the Esplanade (near Kingston and Glenanna roads). For more information call Joanne at 905-428- 7875 or just drop in for a visit. EAGLE’S NEST: The Eagle’s Nest drop in for those 50 years and over is at Forest Brook Community Church, at the corner of Elizabeth Street and Kearney Drive in Pickering Village, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. For more information call Jack at 905-686-5647 or Bob at 905-571- 5635. PARENT SUPPORT: The Ajax Pickering chapter of the One Parent Family Association holds its weekly meeting every Wednesday at the Ajax Cricket Club at Clements Road and Monarch Avenue in Ajax. Meetings begin at 8 p.m., except for the first Wednesday of the month, when they begin at 8:30 p.m. The group welcomes all single parents, regardless of the age of their children. Learn more about the monthly out- ings for members and their children. For more information, contact the National Office at 905- 831-7098. TOASTMASTERS: The Ajax-Pickering Toast- masters’ Club invites anyone interested in public speaking, personal growth, improving their leadership and presentation skills, and build- ing self-confidence to its Wednesday meetings at the Ontario Power Generation Information Centre, 1675 Montgomery Park Rd. (at the foot of Brock Road), in Pickering. The doors open at 7:15 p.m. and the meeting is from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. For more information call Richard at 416- 562-0140 or visit www.toastmasters.org. DIVORCE PRESENTATION: Divorce and Family Law lawyer Thomas O’Malley is answering ques- tions on divorce and separation and providing an overview on protecting individual rights. The presentation is based on his book, ‘Canadian Divorce and Separation Made Easier’. The pro- gram begins at 7 p.m. at the Ajax Library Main Branch, 55 Harwood Ave. S. The program is free, but registration is required. Call 905-683- 4000, ext. 813 during open hours to reserve seats. THURSDAY, MAY 15 BRIDGE: Join the Pickering Village Seniors for a game of bridge on Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to noon and Saturdays from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Village Community Centre, 29 Linton Ave., in Pickering Village, Ajax. The level of play is kitchen bridge or better. Coffee and cookies are provided. 905-683-8460. What’s going on in your community? eventnow.ca Maggot races and liquid nitrogen ice cream? DURHAM — The University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) is inviting inquiring minds of all ages to its inau- gural Science Rendezvous, a science and technology expo that takes place May 10 throughout the Greater Toronto Area. Participants visiting the UOIT campus can enjoy family-friendly activities like ex- tracting DNA from fruits and vegetables and solving a crime at UOIT’s Crime Scene House. There will also be information about the opportunities and possibilities that come with a career in science. The event also features demonstrations and activities throughout the day, includ- ing morning coffee with a scientist, maggot races and art, bubble formations and liquid nitrogen ice cream. The Science Rendezvous events at UOIT are part of a day-long initiative designed to promote science and technology to the public at various locations across the GTA. The event is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Library Cafe, East Atrium and Science Building at UOIT. durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 26 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 9, 2008 ENTERTAINMENT ✦ E-mail information to Mike Ruta, mruta@durhamregion.com ✦ Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com Love is on the list in comedy at Class Act Bill’s searching for a perfect 10 of a woman By Christy Chase cchase@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Homegrown comedy is on tap at Class Act Dinner Theatre in Whitby this spring. ‘The Love List’ by Ontario playwright Norm Foster, w hich opened on May 3, is a funny play about what one man is looking for in a woman, and how that changes as he gets to know the woman he’s matched with, said direc- tor Jim Neilly. Bill, played by Chris Cole, is celebrating his 50th birthday. He leads a very boring life. In fact, that’s why his wife left him, Neilly said. Bill’s pal Leon, played by David Lepp, thinks it’s time to liven up Bill and has ar- ranged a dating service for him, but it’s a cheap one, run by a gypsy woman. So Bill and Leon fill out the form, listing the 10 things Bill wants in a woman. They don’t think much more about it until a woman, Justine, turns up at Bill’s door, Neilly said. And she has all 10 qualities. “As it progresses, they decide their 10 qualities are not what he needs,” Neilly said. “As he changes the list, she changes as well.” More than the woman changes, as Bill’s life becomes less boring, Neilly said. “His friend is married but a bit of a rake,” Neilly said, adding Leon has affairs, think- ing his wife doesn’t know. However, by the end of the play, it becomes ap- parent his wife not only knows, but she’s leaving Leon. By the end of the play, he wants her back. “The worm turns a little bit at the end.” Neilly said the cast, experienced and very good actors, have been great to work with. “I’m very pleased with what they are doing. They’re fun to work with.” The play runs through June 28. For ticket information, go to www.classactdinner- theatre.com or call 905-668-2229. Class Act is located on Consumers Drive. Velika Mangova photo Nancy Gleed and Chris Cole star in ‘The Love List’ at Class Act Dinner Theatre this spring. Borelians Community Theatre holds workshop for costumers DURHAM — Costume/property designers may want to take note of a workshop being held this spring by the Borelians Community Theatre. In conjunction with the Association of Com- munity Theatres-Central Ontario, the Boreli- ans will hold the skill-building workshop on May 31 at the Prince Albert Community Hall in Scugog Township. The actor’s workshop will provide local ac- tors a chance to work with Richard Howard, a member of the Theatre Ontario Talent Bank, Canadian and American Actors’ Equity and founder of the Pull-Chain Theatre in Sault St. Marie. Jennifer Hardie will talk about creative strategies for costume and prop design. She’s part of the design team that recently won ACT-CO THEA awards for costume and set design for the Borelians’ production of ‘Alice in Wonderland’. She excels at creating specialty/fantasy costumes and props using found and recycled materials, imagination and resourcefulness. Workshop fees for Creative Costuming are $40 for Borelian and ACT-CO members and $50 for non-members. For more information and a registration form, contact 905 985-4914 or visit www.bore- lians.org. Star hunting in Pickering Rising Star auditions here June 7, 8 PICKERING — You had better start prac- tising, because the 22nd Annual Rising Star Talent Competition is coming to Pickering. For the first time ever, the Canadian Na- tional Exhibition’s talent contest is opening its doors to adults of all ages, as well as youth and children. The Grand Champion of the Youth Division will represent the CNE at the Canadian Youth Talent Competition Finals in Saskatoon, Sask. Audition appointments must be sched- uled in advance and will be held at the Pickering Town Centre all day on Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8. Additional au- ditions will take place at Exhibition Place and the CNE Bandshell. The divisions are: Adult Rising Star, ages 22 and up: Youth Rising Star, ages 13 to 21: and, Junior Rising Star ages 6 to 12. All of the divisions include vocal, instru- mental, variety or dance for the competition in solo or group performances. Judging is based upon natural ability, stage presence, audience appeal, and qual- ity of performance. For more information, call 416-263-3807, e-mail risingstar@TheEx.com, or visit www. theex.com. 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Balanced Life Yoga plans to make Ajax a major centre of health and well-being with its offerings, teacher training program and visiting A-list teachers including Madonna’s yoga teacher, Danny Paradise who is teaching at the studio on May 10. Today is a great day to begin the journey to health and wellness! We love beginners! Balanced Life Yoga Accessible across Durham - Just 2 Mins off the 401 Studio Director, Shasta Townsend is a world-leader in yoga and wellness instruction. THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 9, 2008 PAGE 27 A/Pdurhamregion.com Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Stars in the making PICKERING — Denise Lester Dance Academy performers Sara Wood and Jenna-Lynn Higgins will dance the summer away at Canada’s Wonderland. The two dancers are performing in the ‘Dance To The Music’ show at the International Showplace at Won- derland. Chamber orchestra plays classics on May 10 Bach, Haydn on the bill DURHAM — Classical favourites will fill the air as the Durham Cham- ber Orchestra presents a concert May 10 in Oshawa. Under the direction of Andrew Uranowksi, recently retired after 30 years of teaching music at Anderson Collegiate, the community orchestra will play works by Haydn, Beethoven, Bach, Schubert, Strauss and Tchai- kovsky. Guest soloist is Melissa Warner, an Anderson student and oboe player who recently competed at the Os- hawa-Whitby Kiwanis Music Festival. She was invited to take part in the Ontario festival in Waterloo in June. She’ll be performing her festival piece, ‘Arioso’ by J. H. Fiocco, accompanied by Elizabeth Lambert on piano. The concert is at St. Mark’s United Church, 201 Centre St. S., at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and students, and $2 for chil- dren under 12 and are available at the door. RSS UPDATESRSS UPDATES Get your local news and sports faster at newsdurhamregion.com durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 28 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 9, 2008 SPORTS ✦ E-mail game scores to Al Rivett, arivett@durhamregion.com ✦ Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com Wanna Win This? www.deltabingo.com for details go to...Genuine Orange Country Chopper AJ Groen/ News Advertiser photo Ajax-Pickering Raiders ‘AAA’ midget forward Ian Watters, of Pickering, was drafted by the Brampton Battalion in the eighth round of Saturday’s OHL Priority Se- lection Draft held over the internet. The 16-year-old Dunbarton High School student is looking forward to attending the club’s mini-camp this month. Watters goes in eighth round of OHL draft to Brampton By Al Rivett arivett@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Of all the Ontario Hockey League teams he could have gone to, Pickering’s Ian Wat- ters was glad to get the call from the Brampton Battalion. Although Watters admits it didn’t really matter what OHL city he ended up in, he was secretly hoping it would be one of the GTA teams. The 16-year-old left winger with the Ajax-Pickering Raiders ‘AAA’ midgets got his wish. Watters was an eighth-round (156th overall) pick of the Battalion at last Saturday’s OHL Priority Se- lection Draft, conducted over the internet. And, he was more than pleased when his name popped up on his computer screen at his Pickering home with Brampton as his OHL destination. “I think it’s good. It’s a good or- ganization. There’s a good coach there (Stan Butler) who’s coached a bunch of Canadian teams, so I’m very excited,” says Watters, a Grade 11 student at Dunbarton High School. Watters was one of three mem- bers of the Ajax-Pickering Raiders ‘AAA’ organization chosen in the OHL draft. Alex Clements, a cen- tre on the Ajax-Pickering Raiders minor midget squad, was selected in the 10th round by the Oshawa Generals. Clements had 18 goals and 29 assists for 47 points in 55 games this past season. Christopher Raguseo, a de- fenceman with the Raiders minor midgets, was selected in the 13th round, also by the Battalion. Raguseo and Clements were called up to the Raiders midget ‘AAA’ squad for the OMHA and the Ontario championships. Watters notes he had no clue where he was headed prior to the draft. “No, I really didn’t have an idea. I was told I got on the draft list, and I got a letter telling me I was on the draft list, but I didn’t know where I would go.” But, staying near his Pickering home was an important consider- ation, one that may have kept him from reporting to any far away destinations in the league. “I wanted to go somewhere local because I didn’t want to travel anywhere; I wanted to stay close to home,” says the 5-foot 11-inch, 170-pound forward. Watters notes a Battalion repre- sentative called him immediately after his name appeared, offering congratulations on his selection. On the Battalion’s website, Bob Wetick, the team’s director of scouting, notes he and the orga- nization hope he can step in and earn a roster spot for the 2008-09 season. “He’s better physically now than he was last year, and that resulted in a tremendous season with his team. He was one of their go-to guys offensively, and we hope he can step in and compete for a spot,” notes Wetick. Watters says his priority is to continue to work out in prepara- tion for the Battalion’s upcoming rookie camp. He’s hoping to make an impression and stick with the club for the season. “That would be great. Hope- fully, I can play for Brampton, if not, I can play tier II junior this Pickering forward glad to be recruited into Battalion ‘He’s better physically now than he was last year and that resulted in a tremendous season with his team. He was one of their go-to guys offensively, and we hope he can step in and compete for a spot.’ -- BOB WETICK, BRAMPTON’S DIRECTOR OF SCOUTING, ON THE BATTALION WEBSITE Whitby is wild about ringette Ajax, Pickering players to be part of new National Ringette League team By Brian McNair bmcnair@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Whitby has long been known as a hotbed for rin- gette. Now, fans will a get a chance to see the best the sport has to offer right in their own backyard. The National Ringette League has expanded by two teams, including to Whitby, where weekend games will be played out of the Iroquois Park Sports Centre beginning in Oc- tober. The new franchise will be coached by Ed Stepniak, a former president of the Whitby Ringette Association, and will feature plenty of local tal- ent. “We’re trying to get all kids from central region, which is from Pickering to Oshawa,” says Stepniak, who helped coach the Richmond Hill Lightning this past season. “I think we’re one of the strongest rin- gette communities around.” Stepniak had a good look at what that local talent could do in the league last season, as the Richmond Hill team featured about a dozen Durham players, and finished sec- ond in the five-team Ontario divi- sion with an 18-12-1 record. He will be able to select two play- ers from each of the three nearest teams (Cambridge, Richmond Hill and Waterloo) in an expansion draft, but will otherwise build the team through graduating local players and free agents. “We’re mostly going to be a 19 and 20 year old team,” he says. “I think it’s going to be tough the first year, but I’m the type of guy who wants to win right away, so we’re going to be going at it quickly. I’d say within two or three years we’ll be very competi- tive.” The NRL will also welcome Gatin- eau to the Quebec division, giving both provinces six teams. 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THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 9, 2008 PAGE 29 A/Pdurhamregion.com season.” Watters is coming off a solid sea- son with the Ajax-Pickering Raid- ers midgets where he amassed 56 goals and 62 assists for 118 points in 84 games this season. He helped the OMHA-champion Raiders fin- ish one game away from qualify- ing for the Canadian midget ‘AAA’ championship. All three Raiders’ players will at- tend mini-camps with their OHL respective teams this month. Mike Pochwat photo Pickering Athletic Centre athletes competed at the 2008 Provincial Women’s Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Niagara-on-the-Lake last weekend. Repre- senting the club were Sabrina Nasner, Katie Towers, Anna Taverna, Kaitlyn Trach, Tiara McLeary, Sam Smedley, Katie Ewaskiw, Emma Boire, Emma Kikulis, Alex Aicken-Savage, Brooke Hing, Heather Putos, Taylor McFarland, Nicolette Sabino, Sarh Dewar and Sarah Dales. ✦ Raiders from page 28 Raiders ‘AAA’ midgets drafted by OHL clubs PICKERING — Pickering Athletic Centre gymnasts posted a number of top-five all-round performances at the 2008 Women’s Artistic Gym- nastics Provincial Championships in Niagara-on-the-Lake last weekend. PAC had 15 gymnasts qualify, with two of those athletes finishing in the top five in their respective age groups. Brooke Hing placed fifth overall in the Level 5 age 12/13 division. In- dividually, she finished with a silver on uneven bars, a bronze on vault, eighth on floor exercise and 13th on balance beam. Kaitlyn Trach finished fifth overall in the Level 6 age 10 bracket, where she also captured three individual medals. Trach earned gold on vault, and bronze on beam and floor as well as a 15th-place effort on bars. Other results from PAC gymnasts: • Level 5 age 9: Sabrina Nasner, 17th overall -- seventh on vault, 15th on bars, 21st on beam, second on floor; Katie Ewaskiw, 19th overall -- 14th on vault, 12th on bars, 18th on beam, fifth on floor; • Level 5 age 12/13: Taylor McFarlane, 11th overall -- sixth on vault, sixth on bars, 10th on beam, 15th on floor; Emma Kikulis, 12th overall -- fourth on vault, fourth on bars, 21st on beam, sixth on floor; Heather Putos, 12th overall -- eighth on vault, sixth on bars, 13th on beam, 12th on floor; Sarah Dewar, 15th overall -- eighth on vault, 14th on bars, 13th on beam, seventh on floor; Emma Boire, 26th overall -- 14th on vault, 18th bars, 10th on beam, 14th on floor; Nicolette Sabino, 33rd overall -- 10th on vault, 21st on bars, 26th on beam, seventh on floor; • Level 6 age 9: Anna Taverna, ninth overall -- eighth on vault, fifth on bars, eighth on beam, fifth on floor; • Level 6 age 10: Tiara McCleary, 12th overall -- ninth on vault, 16th on bars, fifth on beam, fifth on floor; • Level 6 age 11: Katie Towers, 18th overall -- fifth on vault, 17th on bars, eighth on beam, 20th on floor; • Level 6 age 14+: Sara Dales, 21st overall -- 12th on vault, 13th on bars, 14th on beam, seventh on floor; • Level 7 age 10/11: Samantha Smed- ley, seventh overall -- fourth on vault, second on bars, fifth on beam, 11th on floor. 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GENERAL LABOURERS re- quired for landscaping, fences, decks.Experience preferred, driv- er's licence an asset.Students welcome.(905)448-0983 HARVESTERS WANTED $9.25/ hr + bonus.F/t & P/t includes W/E Transportation Available Indoors/ all year Greenwood Mushroom Farms 905-655-3373 905-655-8435 fax nickvanhalteren@gmail.com HOMEWORKERS needed!! To Assemble Products- Mailing/ Processing Circulars, On-Line Computer Work, PC/Clerical Work Available.Up to $1,500/week, No Experience Needed! FREE information at www.Jobs-Wor kAtHome.com Reference 2-107 JWP COURIER in Whitby has im- mediate openings for drivers with a car or minivan.Geographical knowledge of GTA is beneficial. Call Vali (905)668-0345 LABOURERS required for busy roofing company.Must be re- liable.Vehicle an asset.Call (905)427-8613 LANDSCAPE & CARPENTRY co. seeks experienced Fram- ing/Finishing carpenter & an ex- perienced Landscaper with mini- mum 3yrs retaining walls, flag- stone & interlock.Valid drivers li- cense.(905)430-0769 LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE company requires immediate personnel with 2-3 years experi- ence.Call 905-428-3125 or fax 905-665-0059 or email durham.lawn.care@sympatico.ca LAWN MAINTENANCE CO. looking for person for grass cutting approx.30 hours/week. Ideal for retiree.Must have valid driver's license and able to drive truck and trailer.Call (905)986- 5217 or (905)424-9411 LAWN MAINTENANCE company seeking full time EXPERIENCED fore persons and landscape la- bourers.Must have valid drivers license and clean abstract.Call (905)831-1833 or Fax resume to (905)831-2446.Email: indoor.outdoor@hotmail.com LEAD HANDS & GENERAL LA- BORERS,min 3 years experi- ence, interlock/natural stone in- stallation for well established North Pickering based landscape company.Must have own trans- portation.Benefits package available.Call Mon.-Fri. (905)619-6761 or Fax resume to 905-619-0788 LICENCED STYLIST for busy Oshawa salon.We offer:hourly wage & commission, opportunity for advancement, free upgrading classes, contests/prizes.Join a winning team.Call Sabrina (905)723-7323 LOOKING FOR person willing to talk to small groups.A car and internet needed.Call Howard 905-668-4327. MAGICAL PARTIES for children requires a Part-Time Party Princess to work Sat/Sun at Children's Birthday Parties.Must have own car/valid driver's licence.Lynne (416)567-6488 or email:info@magicalparties.com NORTHMINSTER UNITED Church needs music director.We have an Allen Organ and a 35 voice choir.Contact Bonnie Wil- son (905)725-4714 or wilson.e.bonnie@gmail.com RAPIDLY GROWING HVAC Company in Whitby looking for ambitious, self-motivated and ex- perienced installers and techni- cians.Call 905-430-2033.E- mail info@coolandheat.ca or drop by 110 Hopkins. REGISTRATION OFFICERS. $20 hr/ avg.Cash Bonuses Paid Daily.We Train Yo u! Foreign Stu- dent Graduates Qualify.905-435- 0518 SCHOOLBUS DRIVERS re- quired.Clean drivers abstract. Free training provided. Suits young retirees. Regular part-time hours in Durham Region. Stock Transportation 1-800-889-9491 SEAMSTRESS w/alteration ex- perience wanted for busy shop in Brooklin.Also required P/T Counter help.Must have own transportation.Please call (905)655-0489. To Place an Ad Call (905) 683-0707 or Tor. line (416) 798-7259 Email: classifi eds@durhamregion.com Website: localmarketplace.ca A/P PAGE 30 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, May 09, 2008 newsdurhamregion.com Place your ad at 905-683-0707 SCHOOLHOUSE PLAYCARE CENTRES (WHITBY) Is seeking a full time Financial Assistant to administer and/or review all financial transactions including accounts payable/receivable, month end reports and payroll, & to provide support in budget preparation & financial analysis. Minimum of five years accounting experience required; CGA designation an asset. Working knowledge of AccPac & Excel required; knowledge of Easy Pay, Lotus Notes & Office Center an asset. Fax or email resume to: Schoolhouse Playcare Centres Executive Director (905) 666-6988 gilbert_denise@durham.edu.on.ca Only those selected for an interview will be notified. JOIN OUR DYNAMIC TEAM IN UXBRIDGE, ONTARIO We require an Industrial Electrician/Millwright • Able to work independently and efficiently in a production manufacturing environment • Shift work available • Must be a team player We offer top pay rates along with comprehensive benefits. Please email/fax your resume to: jobs@castool.com or Fax: 1- 905-852-2300 Intermediate Web Developer, Metroland East Interactive Durham Region's leading, online community publisher, located in Oshawa, Ontario, is seeking to strengthen its team. If you are a driven, competitive and independent person with strong technical and communi- cation skills, we want you! Work close to home. Aggressive compensation available based on experience. This position will assume responsibility for application development, site maintenance and database development, focusing on the durham- region.com network. Tasks will include, but are not limited to: * Time and task management. * Developing applications or extending existing applications based on needs and scope analysis. * Developing back-end databases and SQL calls for applications. * Deploying applications and managing hosted servers. * Executing rigorous testing procedures. * Perform maintenance, development, and bug fixes for applications. * General problem solving and trouble-shooting. Required skills: * Proven expertise of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP. * Extensive knowledge of MySQL. * Adobe CS3 web developer suite. * Knowledge of MVC and PHP development environments (e.g., Symfony) a plus. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Knowledge of social network applications and OpenSocial. Required experience: At least two years in field beyond college or university. Pleases submit your resume, and portfolio of post-student sites/applications, to Todd Blayone, Director, Interactive (tblayone@durhamregion.com). Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Packaging Design Engineer Reporting to the Packaging Design Supervisor, you will create structural designs for industrial packaging, manage projects and liaise with customers, prepare 2D and 3D drawings and corresponding material lists, and develop pricing, work order instructions, and production drawings for customer packaging solutions.You have a degree in mechanical or civil engineering with three to five years’ design experience. Proficiency in AutoCAD and solid modelling software is a must and packaging design experience would be an asset. Please apply in confidence to: NEFAB INC., 211 Jameson Drive, Peterborough, ON K9J 6X6 e-mail: hr@nefab.com fax: (705) 748-0034 With operations in 35 countries, and North American headquarters in Peterborough, NEFAB is an international leader in export custom packaging solutions.We are looking for the following professional to join our dynamic team... www.NEFAB.com FREE accessto employ m e n t resources Job search strategies Workshops Ongoing guidance and support Are You A Woman Looking For Work? Call now 1-866-375-9539 www.worklinksforwomen.com Employment Ontario programs are funded in part by the Government of Canada Canadian Tint and Design Experienced computer graphics/hands on installer required for busy sign/tint shop. Call Scott (Canadian Tint and Design) @ 905-706-4775 or fax resume to 905-666-9036 AIR DUCT CLEANER Required. Must have experience Call 905 831-4858 SEEKING HIGHLY MOTIVATED individuals interested in an oppor- tunity in financial services. One of the fastest growing marketing or- ganizations in the country. For in- terview call Tabre (905)903-0952. SERVICE PERSON required for local pool company. Experience preferred, drivers license neces- sary. (905)985-6650 SIGN COMPANY requires skilled vinyl/sign installer. Please fax re- sume to 905-982-0885 (Port Perry). SUGAR CHALET looking for Ex- perienced Cake Decorator. Fax resume to (905)434-8381. SUPERINTENDENT,part time for maintaining & managing 5 6- unit bldgs, north Whitby. Send re- sume: realty management service 223 Brock St. North, Ste-202, Whitby L1N-4H6 SUPERINTENDENTS East Durham area. Mature couple required. Good salary and 2-bdrm apt. Routine repairs & mainte- nance, cleaning. Some adminis- trative duties. Clear police check required. Please send resumes to File #329, c/o Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481, 865 Fare- well St. Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 TORONTO'S LARGEST Land- scaping Company pays $100- $500 DAILY for outdoor Summer work. Hiring honest, energetic in- dividuals to fill our many Summer positions. Email gtaspringwork@hotmail.com. UNIK CHOCOLATE,is expand- ing & we require Representatives & Drivers for pick up (A/C vehicle necessary). Salary $600-$1000 net per week plus gas. Please call (905)831-7191 YEAR ROUND MAINTENANCE company looking for crew mem- bers. Experience an asset. Winter work available. Resume plus driv- er abstract required. Benefit package available. Call Mon - Fri 905-619-6761 or fax resume to 905-619-0788. AESTHETICIAN/HAIRSTYLIST/ NAIL TECHNICIAN,Receptionist wanted. Upscale salon. Busy Pickering location. FT/PT need- ed. Competitive wages. Train- ing. Friendly atmosphere. Expe- rience an asset. Salon Concepts Spa, 1755 Pickering Parkway. 416-836-1476. EXPERIENCED HAIR STYLIST required for full time position. Also Part time for evening hours. For North Oshawa location. Call 905-723-5090. HAIR SALON FOR SALE, locat- ed in Whitby. Ever dream of own- ing your own salon? Dream no longer, salon for sale established 1992. 1000sq.ft. in excellent growing area. Includes 4 cutting stations, 3 sinks, reception, large retail area, manicure/pedicure equipment with full on-site laun- dry facility. In addition, the salon also has its own technical depart- ment equipped with 3 complete stations. It is a turnkey business opportunity for the right individual. If you are interested and want to know more call (905)430-6862 and leave a brief message and contact number. Salon is priced to sell, therefore serious inquiries only please. HAIRSTYLISTS & ESTHETI- CIANS wanted in Ajax salon. Part or Full-time. Call Alison, 905-428-0600 or please e-mail alisonfredericks@bellnet.ca PT/FT HAIRSTYLISTS WANTED for Busy Hair Salons. Hourly plus commission. Paid holidays. Birth- day off with pay. Benefits. BOW- MANVILLE, $9.50/hr Barb 905- 623-6444. PORT HOPE, $9.25/hr Marilyn 905-885-7133. AN EXPANDING COMPANY re- quires Electric Water Heater In- staller, experienced required with own vehicle. Call Cullen Heating (905)725-9731 or fax resume (905) 725-0886 ARCHITECTURAL MILLWORK Company in Orono seeks full time experienced AutoCad Operator, Mastercam x2 experience is an asset. Please fax resume to : 905-433-1463. ASP WEB DEVELOPER,2 years ASP experience a must, $30k - $35K, email resume to: jobs@dotcomyourevent.com, ref: Position #353 . BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY. Muffler shop auto repair. Fran- chise or operate. New Port Perry turnkey location, 20-yr. est. Mitas, Noyzboyz Performance. Financ- ing TBA. Sav 416-884-0966. CLASS 310 T Truck Mechanic, full time. Good wages & benefits. Brechin area. 705-426-1571. CNC LATHE/MILL operator wanted with 2 to 3 years experience, also require a junior machinist with 1 to 2 years experience, full time days. Wage to be negotiated Email accounting.2008@live.com COMMERCIAL CONSTRUC- TION foreman wanted to work along side, supervise and coordinate daily activities of workers onsite, wage to be nego- tiated, please send resumes to durhamcontractor@gmail.com DRAG LINE OPERATORS, for year round work in Southern Ontario. Competitive Wages, Company Health Plan. Please apply by email to employ- ment@tri-cityequipment or fax 519-837-1161 EXPERIENCED CABINET Maker with 5-10 years experience. Must be reliable, own transportation and able to work with minimal supervision. Call 905-718-0690. HIRING LABOURERS AND SHINGLERS for roofing crew in the Durham Region. Experience a must. Own vehicle an asset. Call Xtreme Contracting Ltd. (905)576-3057, (905)622-3057 MEDIUM SIZE Construction Co. looking for site superintendent with 5 years experience in in- stitutional/educational/commercial construction in the GTA. Fax re- sume to 905-760-7747 or email: bwk@auracom.com PLUMBER part time, service work. Oshawa area. On call some evenings and weekends. Call between 9-4:30 @ (905)576-7055 PLUMBING PARTS Manager for retail/ service company. Top wages and benefits. Call 416- 881-1941 SHINGLERS and Labourers required for busy re-roofing com- pany. Shinglers must have mini- mum 5 years experience. Call Darrell at 905-392-0313. STONE MASON wanted with Junior to intermediate experi- ence, own transportation required to get to job site located in Port Perry, wage 15-18 dollars per hour, e-mail payables@live.ca BILINGUAL APPOINTMENT co- ordinator required full time $11.00 hr. to start. Call (905)426-2796 BOOKKEEPER, FULL time, must be experienced in Quick Books, must be able to multi task in a busy office. Call (905)716- 7665 for details. ENTRY LEVEL PART-TIME DATA ENTRY Clerk position available within contract. Re- search, organization, knowledge of Excel and Medical terminology an asset. Hourly rate between $10-13 based on experience. Please email resume to cdermid@qualiaclinical.com, or fax to 905-668-2881. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, May 09, 2008, PAGE 31 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com Place your ad at 905-683-0707 BROOKLIN UNITED CHURCH Has an opening for a part-time OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR The successful candidate shall be pleasant & pas- torally sensitive, possessing good communication & office management skills, able to work indepen- dently or as part of a team, with flexibility in a multi- tasked environment, handling confidential informa- tion & situations with discretion. Database man- agement & MS Office skills required. Knowledge of ACT software & UCC structure & ethos are assets. Please send a detailed resume by May 20, 2008 FAX to: (905) 655-5056 or by E-MAIL to:brooklinchurch@bellnet.ca No telephone inquiries please. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Part-time Saturday employment Our busy Service Department is looking for a person who is comfortable with computers & dealing with customers. You must have professional telephone skills & a good driving record. If you are looking for a great place to work please fax or e-mail your resume to: Mike Flanagan Fax: 905-427-5496 E-mail: service@bobmyerschev.com F/T BOOKING COORDINATOR ●Ability to multi-task and prioritize ●Strong organizational skills and detail orientation ● Outstanding written and verbal communication skills ●Strong customer service orientation ●Strong computer skills Mail resume to: File #338 Oshawa This Week 865 Farewell Street Oshawa ON L1H 7L5 *POWER OF SALE, free list of properties and picture, 1-888-246-4650, Ext:1042. Remax Hallmark, www.OntarioDistressSales.com. $$$MORTGAGES$$$ Prime lst and 2nd mortgages available up to 100% First Time Buyers/Refinance/purchases CONSOLIDATE NOW BEST AVAILABLE RATES Bank turn downs/Power of Sale/Collections A longer amortization could be beneficial Some conditions apply PLEASE CALL SYLVIA JULES (905) 666-2060 Tor. Line (289) 314-4098 Email: sjules@on.aibn.com Central Funding Group Ltd. Serving Durham and other areas for 15 years. 1, 2, & 3 Bedrooms from $890 Ask us about AIR MILESÆ REWARD MILES !! ●Friendly community ● Near shopping, GO & 401, transit at door ● Attractive & spacious apartments ● Utilities included ● Beautiful Scenery Highland Towers, 200 White Oaks Ct.Whitby (905)668-7332 www.caprent.com 2 & 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS Close to schools, shopping, hospital. On site superintendent and security WINDJAMMER APTS 33 Falby Crt., Ajax (905)686-0841 www.ajaxapartments.com 2 & 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS Close to schools, shopping, hospital. On site superintendent and security 77 Falby Crt., Ajax (905)686-0845 www.ajaxapartments.com RAM-LAND PROPERTY MANAGEMENT FULL-TIME VETERINARY re- ceptionist required evenings for busy 4 doctor practice in Ajax. VETERINARY EXPERIENCE A MUST. Fax resume to 905-831- 8637 or e-mail whitesroad- vet@on.aibn.com. LEGAL SECRETARY/ASSIST- ANT-experience required, full knowledge of PC Law Teraview & MS Word, excellent computer skills needed. Position available due to pregnancy leave. Mon-Fri, Full-time. Please call 1-877-499- 4671. Position available immedi- ately. MARKETING DEPARTMENT Assistant/Receptionist required for a company with an interna- tional clientele is looking for a dedicated, outgoing and interest- ed person to join our young, ener- getic team. The position requires a person with an active approach to running the reception area and supporting our office staff. Good phone manners are a must. Daily duties include managing the phones and various office and marketing support related tasks. The ideal candidate would have experience in Dreamweaver and Adobe Creative Suite, as support- ing tasks may include updating our website. Working skills in Windows XP and Microsoft Office are essential. Position is located in the Whitby area. Email: account_receivables@hotmail.com OFFICE HELP REQUIRED.Du- ties include, order taking, answer phones, filing, for busy building construction office. Experience would be beneficial but not nec- essary. oshawa@convoy-supply.com P/T OFFICE HELP in the Oshawa area. must be proficient in Word and Excel. General office duties. Please call Rosana 905- 420-9930. PROJECT COORDINATOR/ SCHEDULER Good customer service and multitasking skills with strong knowledge of Micro- soft Windows, Excel, and Word. Must be a team player. Email re- sume: cdaigle@actechnical.com RECEPTIONIST/OFFICE MAN- AGER required immediately for Optometric office. Experience with pre-testing patients and Op- tometric OHIP billing an asset but not required. Please apply to Dr. Kimberly Avis, Optometrist 419 King St. West. Oshawa Centre, lower level, fax 905-571-3045 sales help & agents CERTIFIED TRAVEL CONSUL- TANTS outside sales only commissions to 70% call Joie at (905)434-3330 Oshawa World Travel, 600 King St. E., Oshawa. SALESPERSONS RE- QUIRED/HVAC an asset for Dur- ham and Scarborough locations. Installers and Service techni- cian/Apprentices also needed. 905-430-7678. sales help & agents OUTSIDE SALES REP required for Oshawa and surrounding area with a growing and established national building materials suppli- er. Building industry experience a must! Must have proven track record and excel in growth results and good customer service. Job entails calling on the contractor trades in roofing and siding. Experience will be a definite asset. Salary and benefits pack- age offered. Forward resume to 905-434-5526 or e-mail oshawa@convoy-supply.com PICKERING-BASED PUBLISH- ING company (est 1986) seeks exp jr inside b2b sales/marketing rep. Base + commission. Resume to carol@electricityforum.com ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Whitby doctor office requires team player who is professional, friendly, able to multi-task and is attentive to details. Average 35 hrs/week. Evenings & Saturdays a must. Fax cover letter & re- sume to 905.666.8160 CERTIFIED DENTAL ASSIST- ANT required for busy family practice in Uxbridge. This position is for one year maternity leave. Please send current resume by fax: 905-852-1882 or email: ufd@powergate.ca DENTAL RECEPTIONIST - periodontal office. Full-time hours available. Dental Assisting experi- ence preferred. Email resume to: dentaljob@live.ca MEDICAL SECRETARY/OFFICE MANAGER full-time for busy OB- GYN office in Pickering. Experi- ence required with OHIP billing, computer skills and dicta typing. Fax resume: 905-420-7076 PART TIME Registered Nurse re- quired for busy medical clinic. Ap- ply to: Linda Keating, c/o Glazier Medical Centre, 11 Gibb St., Oshawa, ON, L1H 2J9. Fax 905- 725-3110. PHARMACY TECHNICIAN, Full time, for busy Oshawa Pharmacy. Pharmacy experience and superi- or customer service skills re- quired. Pharmacy diploma, OCP certification, Zadall and long term care background an asset. Attrac- tive hours and cohesive team. Submit resume in confidence to vlau@medicalpharmacies.com or fax (905)728-9992. R.P.N. FULL-TIME EVENINGS, for established Nursing Home. we offer autonomy, challenge and di- versity in your career. Computer skills an asset. Alternate week- ends included. Submit resume via: Fax: 905-576-4712 or Email: info@sunnycrest.ca RMT WANTED in Chiro office. Take overflow plus create own clientele. Hours are negotiable. Fax resume to (905)579-9260, Att: Brian. RN REQUIRED for Pickering oral surgery office. Permanent, part- time position. Please fax resume to: 905-837-1703. WANTED: ABBEY LAWN Manor Retirement Home is looking for part-time and full-time RPN’s, please fax your resume to (905) 509-0011/Please email to: info@abbeylawnmanor.com COOKS WANTED full & part- time for new franchise restaurant in Port Hope, experienced. Full/Part time. Please fax resume: 1-877-841-2295. KITCHEN HELP & BAR person needed. Apply 905-428-8555. SWIMMING INSTRUCTORS NEEDED/ASSISTANT instruc- tors. Must be Red Cross/Royal life certified. Shifts available, day- time, evenings or weekends. Please call (416)358-2510. PROFESSIONAL, EXPERI- ENCED housecleaning with a personal touch. Weekly, biweekly available. Competitive rates. Pickering/ Durham region. 905- 686-4026 AJAX, HARWOOD/HWY. #2, All brick, 3 bedroom+1. Approx. 1700 square feet. Close amenities. Fireplace. A/C. Gran- ite counters, freshly painted. Im- maculate condition. $265,000. 416-857-9740. 1 BEDROOM CONDO at 133 Ontario St., Cobourg, asking $825 monthly plus utilities or for sale at $129,900. Swimming pool, sauna, laundry, no pets, close to Lake Ontario and down- town. Call Marg DePinto, Sales Rep., Hockin Real Estate. 905- 372-5428. WALLDORF CONDO-711 Ross- land Rd. E-Whitby. Stunning West facing, 11th floor. (2-bed- rooms, or 1-bedroom and den) 2- bathrooms, spectacular views. Bright and spacious with solari- um. Stone fireplace/window cov- erings, all appliances. Pool, li- brary/games room, exercise room, patio. Steps to shops/park. Immediate closing. $183,900. Call (416)986-3110. LOADING DOCKS/WARE- HOUSE for rent on approx. 2 acres. Trucks/trailer parking available. Fenced compound. Ideal for small trucking business. Ritson/401 Oshawa. Joe at 905- 579-5959 EXECUTIVE OFFICE SPACE - Whitby downtown. Individual, upscale offices, 2nd floor space available. Call Snyder Rental 905-655-5000 for details. SELL AND Service Specialty Ad- vertising work from home Unlimit- ed Earnings www.carels.ca Ca- reers 416-378-5453 $$MONEY$$Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 100%. No income, bad credit OK! ONTARIOWIDE FINANCIAL CORPORATION 1-888-307-7799 CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 100%. From 5.7 % for 5 years. Best available rates. Private funds available. Refinancing debt consolidation a specialty. For fast professional service call (905)666-4986. PRIVATE FUNDS - 1st, 2nd mortgages. Consolidate bills, low rates. No appraisal needed. Bad credit okay. Save money. No obli- gation. No fees OAC. Call Peter (416)460-4594, Mortgage Lead- ers (2)-BDRM Oshawa, large top floor, tri-plex apt bldg. 304 Banff Ave. quiet street, shed, fenced yard, laundry, parking, referenc- es, first/last, June 1. $860 (905)922-5814 1 & 2 BDRM APTS,Downtown Whitby, large windows, cen.air, 1-parking, coin laundry, eat-in kitchen, quiet 5-apt building. Available June 1st. First/last. Starting $795. Call Joan 905-404- 7861. 1 & 2 bedroom NORTH OSHAWA bright quiet apartment, Simcoe North at Russett. Hard- wood floors, well-maintained 12plex, newly renovated, near bus/shopping. New appliances, cable/heat/water/parking includ- ed. Laundry, No dogs. 905-576- 2982. 1-BDRM APARTMENT in coun- try estate, Kirby. Avail. June-1st. Swimming pool, sauna, and ac- cess to 600 acres. Fridge, stove, first/last. $725/month, inclusive. Call (905)725-9991. 1-BDRM BSMT APT,South Ajax, full kitchen, separate entrance, parking for 2, a/c, shared laundry, $750/mo+half utilities. Great for single person. Available on/be- fore July 1st. 905-995-3321. 1-BEDROOM 2-min walk from hospital and Oshawa Center. Backsplit unit very quiet mature street. Recently renovated/well lit. Parking/AC/Washer/Dryer/Ja- cuzzi style Bath/Utilities incl. $750.00. 3-BDRM MAIN FLOOR house, very spacious, clean, bright, across from park. Park/Phillip Murray. Utilities incl. $975.00. 905-725-7644. 2-BDRM APARTMENT,down- town Bowmanville, new applianc- es, new bathroom, parking includ- ed, avail June 1st, $825/month plus utilities. Call 1-877-636-4441 ext 376 or 905-623-5737. 2-BDRM LARGE apt in central Oshawa, $895 heat, water, laundry facilities & parking included (hydro extra). No pets, available June 1st or sooner. (905)728-8868. 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT across road from lake. Full kitch- en & laundry, garage. Walk to town of Port Perry. Available July 1. $1,000/mo. Call 905-727-8620. 2-BEDROOM apartment in Oshawa, Ritson/Adelaide area. Available June/July 1st. Applianc- es, parking, first/last. Call 1-800- 717-2249. 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT, also 1-bedroom & bachelor apart- ment, Queen Street, Port Perry, available immediately. Appliances utilities included. For inquiries or to view call 905-925-0115. 2-BEDROOM APT, $750+ hydro. Available, no dogs. Oshawa, Bloor St. E area. Working adults preferred. Call Mary 905-721- 9817 2-LARGE BEDROOM,$975/in- clusive, Oshawa. 1-BEDROOMS, from $700/inclusive, Oshawa & Whitby. Near all amenities. First/last, no pets. Quiet building. Available Now. (905)424-5083. Condominium Suites in Oshawa 2 & 3 Bdrm's Free Utilities, Parking. Senior's, Retiree's & GM Discounts 905-728-4993 AJAX - EXECUTIVE QUIET home by the lake. One bedroom basement (no stairs) roomy, bright, stone fireplace, laundry, a/c, loads of closets, park for one. (905)686-8612. $875.all inclusive. AJAX BROCK/HWY 2,spacious, clean, 1-bdrm bsmt apt, separate entrance, 1-parking, 4-applianc- es,a/c. $725 inclusive with VIP cable. No smoking/pets. 905- 428-2015. AJAX NORTH,2-bdrm basement apt. Parking, cable, A/C, laundry, No smoking/pets. Available asap. $850 utilities included. Mature adults preferred. First/last. Refer- ences. 905-686-7967. AJAX, BAYLY/SALEM 3-bed- room semi Private laundry, Dish- washer, $1250 incl. 1-Bedroom Basement (New) Very bright with ensuite. Private entrance. Private laundry. $750 incl. Tel: 416-558- 7547 AJAX, ONE BDRM bsmt, quiet neighbourhood, walk to lakefront newly renovated, separate en- trance, parking, fireplace, air, avail. immediately. $750/mo in- clusive. First/security. (905)686- 4755. AJAX, SALEM/401, a bachelor basement. Separate entrance. Parking and utilities. $650/month. First/last. Call 905- 426-3654. AJAX-one bedroom basement apartment, separate entrance, utilities included, no pets/smok- ing. Suitable for professional. Available immediately. 416-254- 7293. AJAX- OXFORD TOWERS. Spacious apartments, quiet bldg, near shopping, GO. Pool. 2-bedroom apts. $1019/mo. Available June 1st 3-bedroom $1125/mo. Plus parking. Available June/July 1st. 905-683- 8421. AJAX: BRIGHT 3-bedroom, with Jacuzzi, large living/dining room, central air, 2-car parking, cul-de- sac; close to 401. $1150+utilities. No smoking/pets. Avail immedi- ately. Paola 905-907-5464 APARTMENT FOR rent: 2-bed- room, second floor of 6-plex, heat & water inclued, hydro extra. $690/month, available immediate- ly or June 1st or July 1st. Ennis- killen, clean, quiet, sunny, near store. (905)261-0105 AVAIL IMMED N/W OSHAWA 2&3 bdrm units $835 & $975/mo. All Inclusive. Coin laundry on premises. First/Last. No dogs. Working couples pref. Good cred- it check/ref. Ron 905-424-1994. AVAILABLE A.S.A.P Bright 1- bdrm basement apt, Also bache- lor suite. Separate entrance. 1-parking, fully furnished with TV, shared laundry facilities, wireless internet. Call Larry 905-924-2999. AVAILABLE JUNE 1ST,Ajax, very bright, 2-bedrooms with large livingroom, walkout base- ment, private entrance, laundry, references, no smoking/pets. $1050 all inclusive. (905)427- 5770, 905-427-6811 BOWMANVILLE - 2 bdrm. bsmt. apt. Separate entrance, private location. Incl. heat/hyrdo/water/ac shared laundry, 2-parking. No pets/smoking. Avail. immeidately. $800/mo. First/last. Phone 905- 263-4722. BOWMANVILLE large one & two bedroom apts available now. Clean, security entrance bldg. Rent includes appliances utilities & parking. Laundry facilities. (905)666-1074, 905-419-4445 BOWMANVILLE MODERN, clean, quiet adult-lifestyle build- ing, 1620sq.ft., dual level, 2- bdrm PLUS OFFICE, laundry, parking. No dogs. $1200+ hydro Avail May/June 1. 905-725-1052 BOWMANVILLE, BRIGHT,spa- cious, clean 1-bedroom. Laun- dry, parking. No dogs. Suitable for single person. $775/month. Avail June/July 1. 905-725-1052 EXTRA LARGE SPACIOUS 1- bdrm, Oshawa. Lower semi de- tached, appliances included, laundry, 2 car parking, $725/month inclusive, avail im- mediately. Call (705)324-9052 leave message. KINGSTON/DIXIE, PICKERING, Very bright large basement apt. Separate entrance. En-suite lu- andry, full bath, huge bedroom, livingroom, diningroom, kitchen, parking avail. Possession imme- diatel. Call 416-543-7378. LARGE just renovated 2-bdrm apt in Oshawa's best area. Quiet clean bldg, heat/hydro & parking included. Avail immed. $900/mo. 905-579-2426 or 905-728-3088 LIVERPOOL/FINCH $750/mo (all inclusive) 1 clean bedroom, 1large livingroom, eat- in-kitchen, laundry, internet, near bus & Pickering Town Centre, Call Kazi for showing@ (416) 886-6703 N. E. OSHAWA.Bachelor apart- ment. Available June 1st. Clean quiet, hardwood/ceramic floors, no pets, Prefer single working person. $590/all inclusive. Park- ing. (905)571-7840. NEW 1 BEDROOM basement, non smoking, no pets, Available. June 1st. Altona/Finch. 905-509- 0566. NEW DOWNTOWN CONDO! 1 bdrm. + den, wood floors, 2 bathrooms (ensuite), walkin-in closet, open design, roof top hot tub, gym, sauna, indoor parking. $1100/mo. Call 905-431-3349. NORTH OSHAWA Renovated 3- bedroom basement. New 3-piece bath, new walls, tiles, paint, car- pet. Large eat-in kitchen. Huge livingroom. Separate entrance. Parking. $1000. Dan Bartley, 416-281-2200. OSHAWA -1 bedroom bachelor, central air, parking for one, all ap- pliances, close to downtown, bus. June lst $600 plus 1/3 utilities. lst/last. (905)263-4343 OSHAWA -Must see, Beautiful and spacious 2-bdrm apt. in love- ly quaint setting. Hardwood floors & oak trim. Large balcony (BBQ) allowed. NO PETS - NON- SMOKER ONLY, $1175/month inclusive. Call between 9-4:30 905-576-7055 OSHAWA 2-storey apt in century home, 2-bedroom, 2-full baths, $950 all inclusive. No smok- ing/pets. Available now. Leave message (905)434-7012. OSHAWA 658 Simcoe North at Rossland. 1-bdrm apt in 12-plex. Parking, coin laundry. $775 Available immediately. Ken 289- 404-0056 OSHAWA Clean, new building. large 2-bedroom apt. $895. avail. July 1st. Appliances, parking & utilities included. 905-438-9715. OSHAWA HOSPITAL AREA, June 1. Newly renovated, bright one-bedroom basement apt. All utilities, c/air, dishwasher, laundry, satellite TV, BBQ. No smoking/pets. First/last. (905)723-4125. OSHAWA NORTH,gorgeous 3- bedroom main floor of SENIOR- LIFESTYLE COMPLEX, secluded area in the city, beautiful lawn, ample parking, $1350/month, all inclusive, May 1st (905)723-7291. OSHAWA Olive/Ritson near bus & school. 1 bedroom basement apt, $600/mo includes utilities. Available immediately. Absolutely No smoking, no pets. Call (905)576-3924 OSHAWA Sunny, newly renovat- ed 2-bedroom, $850/month, King/Ritson area. Close to transit, Parking available. One year lease required. No pets. (905)576- 1342. OSHAWA,Bright, recently reno- vated, 1-bedroom basement. 1100-sq.ft, separate entrance, fireplace. $799/inclusive. Laun- dry, hi-speed internet, additional parking available. First/last. Available June 1st. No pets/smoking. (905)622-4953 OSHAWA, 1-BDRM bsmt. $675/mo. 1-bdrm loft $600/mo. 1-bdrm second floor $650/mo. Bachelor main floor $550/mo. All rents inclusive. Avail. June 1st. (905)493-0703 OSHAWA, BOND/SIMCOE, lowrise building. 2-bdrm apt, $790/mo+hydro, available June. Appliances, laundry facilities and 1-parking included. Call 905- 434-7931. OSHAWA,Center/Brock St. W. large 2 bedroom apartment on main floor of duplex, suitable for single/couple separate entrance private driveway, $825+hydro, non smoking. (905)914.3133. OSHAWA,John/Park. Lowrise bldg. 1 & 2-bdrms. Heat, water, 1-parking, on-site laundry includ- ed. Avail. July. Call Toni (905)436-6042 OSHAWA,Newly Renovated Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 bdrm apts. Adult & Senior lifestyle bldgs. Large units, near bus stop. Call 1-866-601-3083 www.apartmentsinontario.com PICKERING BEAUTIFUL bright 1200sq ft basement apt. separate entrance. 1-bedroom, fireplace, A/C, cable. No smoking/pets. $925/mo utilities included. Available June 1. Call 416-716- 4735. PICKERING BROCK/DELL- BROOK.1 bedroom basement apt includes laundry, no pets/smoking. All inclusive. Sep entrance. parking, Available im- mediately. Single $750, Couple $850. (905)428-0486 PICKERING, ALTONA/SHEP- PARD,Furnished 1 bedroom basement apartment. Separate entrance, all inclusive. No smok- ing/pets. $800/month. Call 905- 492-0610 PICKERING,Executive home Rosebank/Sheppard. Bright 2- bdrm basement, private entrance, washer/dryer, parking, storage, fireplace, A/C. $1050/mo inclu- sive. No pets/smokers. Gita 905- 837-3015, 647-208-4482. Available immediately. TESTA HEIGHTS 1, 2 & 3 bed. w/upgraded finishes. Util. incl. Security & parking. Landscaped grounds, private patios & bal- conies. 2 Testa Rd. (Reach St. & Testa Rd) 905-852-2534 www.realstar.ca PICKERING, WHITES/FINCH, newly renovated 2-bedroom bright basement apartment. Quiet neighborhood, separate entrance, own laundry, parking, A/C. No smoking. $900/month, utilities/cable included. Available immediately. (647)206-2397. PORT PERRY,Walk to Lake Scugog. Enjoy a peaceful, beautiful town. Spacious 3-bdrm. in well-kept, quiet 3-storey apt building. Balcony, 1-parking, Security Video. No dogs. First/last. Call 905-985-0748 or 905-430-7816. REGENCY PLACE Apartments 1 & 2 Bed. Util. incl. Security & pking. Laundry, social room & ad- ditional storage. Min. to shopping & parks. Access to Hwy. 401 & public transit. 15 Regency Cres. (Mary St. & Hickory St) 905-430- 7397 www.realstar.ca SIMCOE/MILL OSHAWA,near 401. Nice, clean, quiet building, near shopping, transportation. Utilities included. 1-bedroom, $789, 2-bedroom, $869, first/last. (905)436-7686 until 8pm. WHITBY - JEFFERY/HWY.#2 - Large bright 1-bedroom+den bsmt. Own entrance, parking, laundry a/c, cable. Near amenities. No pets/smoking $875/mo. inclusive. July 1st. 905- 668-2362 WHITBY 3-BEDROOM main floor bungalow, laundry, gas heat, a/c. Eat-in kitchen, $900/month + utilities. Available June. 1st. Call (905)213-4910. WHITBY Immaculate one-bed- room apt available May 1. $785 rent includes appliances, heat, laundry facilities & parking. (905)666-1074, 905-556-0455. WHITBY PLACE 1 & 2 bed. Landscaped grounds. Balconies, laundry & parking. Access to Hwy. 401 & public transit. Near shopping & schools. 900 Dundas St. E. (Dundas St. & Garden St) 905-430-5420 www.realstar.ca Whitby's Best building newly renovated suite 2-BEDROOM extra-large in clean, quiet bldg, freshly painted, beautiful Whitby neighbourhood. Ideal adult lifestyle bldg. insuite storage, onsite laundry. Incredible value! Avail. June 1st 905-668-7758 viewit.ca (vit #17633) WHITBY, BACHELOR and 1 bedroom from $749 all inclusive Close to all amenities. Office hours 9-5, Monday - Friday. (905)430-1877 or view at comptronica.com WHITBY,large 2-bedroom base- ment apt., $950/mo, all new, in- cludes utilities and cable. Laundry facilities. No pets/smoking, refer- ences required. (905)683-6863 WHITBY-123-Annes St. 2-bdrm. available in quiet adult lifestyle 6-plex bldg. Perfect for single mature person. Avail. June-1st. No pets. $790/mo includes heat/water. (905)725-4145 WHITBY-Large quiet 2-bdrm in 7- unit bldg, fresh paint, new carpet. Excellent condition, parking, near GO &amenities. No smok- ing/pets. Avail. immediately. (416)498-4770 or (416)577-8963. $ !AAAA ABA-DABA-DOO- OWN - No Rent! $0 Down (OAC) Only $899.03/mth all inclusive plus utilities. 3-bedroom central air, private yard, shows beautiful- ly. $38,000 Family Income. Call Ken Collis Broker, Coldwell Banker 2M Realty (905)576- 5200 kencollis@sympatico.ca $695/MONTH $0 DOWN (oac). Why rent when you can own any house from $695/month, zero down up to $2,000 credit. Require family income from $35,000/yr. and good established credit. I'll qualify you on the phone. Why rent; call Bill Roka, Sales Rep Remax Spirit (905)728-1600 or 1- 888-732-1600. wroka@trebnet.com Nobody sells more homes than Remax. (3)-BDRM+DEN R2000, Oshawa, large, newer, energy-efficient, 2 baths, 5-appliances, double gar- age, A/C, walk-out deck, Jacuzzi, gas fireplace, fenced yard. $1200+utilities. June 1. first/last/references. 905-922- 5814 2-BEDROOM,Trulls Rd, N of Hwy #2, huge lot, gas heating, partly finished basement, $1,100/month, plus. (905)479- 0008. 4-BDRMS, OSHAWA,brand new home, Harmony/Taunton. Walk- out bsmt to green space. Parking/laundry/garage. Near all amenities. Absolutely no pets/smoking. Available immed. 1-877-687-7253 before 5pm, 416-562-2542 after. AJAX, 2-BEDROOM farm house, on 2 acres. Total privacy! $900/month ++. Call (905)442- 1427. AJAX, HARWOOD/HWY. #2, to- tally renovated, 1 huge bedroom, main floor bungalow. Large living and dining room. New 3 pce. bathroom and kitchen with ce- ramic and hardwood floor throughout. Laundry. Pets/Smok- ing allowed. Own backyard/gar- age. Driveway holds upto 3 cars. $1250/all inclusive. Available im- mediately. 289-314-4013. BRAND NEW 4-BEDROOM house, 3 baths. Ajax, Sa- lem/Taunton area. Double gar- age, 5 appliances. Available im- mediately. Call (416)609-2953 or 647-242-3306. DUNDAS/WELLINGTON,totally renovated. 3-bdrm main floor, large livingroom/diningroom, large new 4-pc bath w/ceramics, new eat-in kitchen w/ceramics. new fridge/stove. $1200/mo inclu- sive, yard, no pets. (905)668- 3482 OSHAWA 3 bedroom main floor and upper floor of house. Central air, all appliances, close to down- town, bus, parking for one. June lst. $1,200 + 2/3 utilities. lst/last. (905)263-4343 OSHAWA, SPACIOUS 3-bed- room upper. Quiet family neigh- borhood, huge fenced yard. Walking distance to school. Gas/heat/central air. Large de- tached workshop available (ex- tra). No pets, first/last, referenc- es. $925/month, plus utilities. (905)655-3943. PICKERING - Liverpool Rd. 2-bedroom bungalow, unfinished basement, C/A, fridge/stove. Large private yard, walk to Go/PTC. Suit couple. $1125+ utilities (905)420-1524 PICKERING VILLAGE BEAUTY, 3-bedroom, kitchen, livingroom, diningroom, familyroom, 5-appli- ances, C/A, huge backyard with deck. First/last. Available July 1st. (905)426-4009 or (416)402-5051. PICKERING, BROCK/MAJOR Oaks, 3 bedroom house, freshly painted, clean, 5 appliances, a/c, double driveway. Balcony off din- ing room. Front patio. No pets/smoking. Amenities. Available June 1st. $1300/month. 905-686-6684, 416-712-4059. RENT TO OWN HOME:No quali- fying. Immediate occupancy. 3-bdrm, 2-bath, emaculate home on private cul-de-sac with fenced yard, only $1495/mo. Call 647-477-3960. WHITBY Very clean 3 bedroom bungalow. Huge treed lot, deck. 2 washrooms. Finished basement. Near GO/401. No pets/smoking. Available June/July 1st. $1325 plus utilities. Please call 905-666- 4723. WHITBY,4 bedroom house, Rossland/Thickson area. Close to school and shopping. Available August 1st. Call Shane, (905)839-2929. 2-BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE, clean, quiet area, Oshawa. Park- ing, laundry hookup, $950/month all inclusive. Available June 1st. Call Janice (905)721-0256 AN OSHAWA SOUTH town- house, 3-bedroom $975+ utilities. Close to schools & shopping. First/last. 905-579-9956. CARRIAGE HILL 2 & 3 bed. townhouses. In-suite laundry, util. incl., Balconies, patios, courtyard. Pking. avail. Near DT, shopping, restaurants, schools, parks. 122 Colborne St. E. (Simcoe N., Colborne E) 905-434-3972 www.realstar.ca LARGE 2-BEDROOM,1-1/2 bathrooms, fenced yard, c/ac, 5 appliances, near parks, schools, shopping, highway, many up- grades, move-in condition. No smoking/pets. $1225+ June 1st. (905)442-6852 N.OSHAWA:Large 3-bedroom townhouse. Available June 1. Ideal for family/couple. $1,000+utilities first/last. Respon- sible tenants only, credit check required. Connie/Rick 905-686- 5768. NORTH OSHAWA:Rossland & Harmony, 3-bedroom townhouse, renovated, 4-appliances, finished basement. Including water $1150/mo. Hydro/gas extra. Available June/July 1st. 905-472- 8947, cell 905-409-0548. PICKERING 3-bedroom 1-1/2 baths end unit townhouse, with balcony. Across from Pickering Town Centre. Very clean. Available May 1st. $1300/mo+ utilities. (905)839-3087. RENT TO BUY Whitby Open Houses, Saturday May 10, 1-4pm, 10 Bassett #34, town- house and 804 Beech St. W, bun- galow. 416-402-1006 A/P PAGE 32 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, May 09, 2008 newsdurhamregion.com Come & WorshipCome & Worship WORD OF TRUTH CHRISTIAN CENTRE 1527 Bayly St. Pickering 905-839-0333 Senior Pastor Joseph Fisher We invite you to come and celebrate Jesus with us! Worship times: Sun. 11am & 7pm, Wed. 7pm Fri. 8pm - Youth (R.E.A.C.H.) Visit our Resource Centre at 1543 Bayly St. or call: 905-839-4953 We provide: mentoring, computer training, tutoring, career development, anger & stress management assistance, teen parent support & fun activities. (For youths ages 13-19) To advertise your upcoming Summer Church Programs call Erin at 905-683-0707 (ext. 2219) or fax to 905-579-4218 Email: ejackson@durhamregion.com Vacation BibleVacation Bible Schools,Schools, Church Day CampsChurch Day Camps Summer Registration Special Section Publishing June 6th & June 27th. To Advertise your servicesTo Advertise your services or upcoming events in the regularor upcoming events in the regular Friday Come &WorshipFriday Come &Worship CCall Erin at 905-683-0707all Erin at 905-683-0707 or or fax 905-579-4218fax 905-579-4218 Email:Email:ejackson@durhamregion.comejackson@durhamregion.com INVITATION TO BID Bids for services listed below address to: The Distribution Manager Uxbridge Times-Journal 16 Bascom St., Uxbridge, Ontario L9P 1J3 Will be received until 5p.m. Friday, June 6, 2008. Contract commencing Wednesday, July 2, 2008 or sooner if necessary. Work consists of dropping of papers, flyers, catalogues and other products to specific drop locations in Uxbridge and surrounding area. Delivery to be completed within 3 hours after receiving final product. Information packages available at: 16 Bascom St. Ask for Bid #2 Lowest or any bids not necessarily accepted. INVITATION TO BID Bids for services listed below address to: The Distribution Manager News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave. Ajax, ON, L1S 2H5 Will be received until 5 p.m.Wednesday May 28, 2008. Contract commencing July 1, 2008. Work consists of trucking, warehousing, counting,inserting, bagging and dropping off papers, flyers, catalogues and other products to specific drop locations in the Ajax/Pickering area. Delivery to be completed within 3 hrs. after receiving final product. Information packages available at 130 Commercial Ave. Ask for Ajax area - Bid #1 Lowest or any bids will not be accepted, only those successful companies will be contacted. 905-619-2093 761 McKay Rd., Pickering Specials Complete Pine Gable Kits: 8x6 $918.75 8x8 $1,014.00 8x12 $1,439.25 Visit our Pickering Showroom www.shedman.ca NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS In the Estate of DOREEN MILDRED PENWARDEN, Deceased All persons having claims against the Estate of DOREEN MILDRED PENWARDEN, late of the Town of Ajax, in the Regional Munici- pality of Durham, who died on or about the 14th day of April, 2008 are hereby notified to send particulars of same to the undersigned on or before June 13, 2008 after which date the Estate will be distributed, with regard only to the claims of which the undersigned shall then have notice, and the undersigned will not be liable to any person of whose claim they shall not then have notice. DATED at Oshawa, this 30th day of April, 2008. Brian Russel Penwarden, Estate Trustee of DOREEN MILDRED PENWARDEN, by his solicitor William A. D. Clark, CAW LEGAL SERVICES PLAN Suite 603, 419 King Street West, Executive Tower, Oshawa Shopping Centre, Oshawa, Ontario. LlJ 2K5 TAUNTON TERRACE 3 bed- room townhouses. Ensuite laun- dry. Landscaped grounds w/pool & playground. Private backyards. Sauna & pking avail. Near shop- ping & schools, public transport. 100 Taunton Rd. E. (Taunton Rd. & Simcoe St.) 905-436-3346 www.realstar.ca TOWN HOUSE in Pickering: 3 bedrooms plus den, 2 1/2 bath, stainless steel appliances, central air, 2-car parking; $1,500 monthly (416)301-1090. VERY CLEAN, BRIGHT 3-BDRM townhouse, Dean/Ritson area, available now. Backs onto park, close to transit/amenities, $1200/mo inclusive, first/last, no smoking/prefer no pets. To view days/evenings call 905-243-6365. WAVERLY/ROSSLAND-3 & 4 bedrooms, 1-1/2 bathroom townhomes, renovated interior & exterior, available in friendly family-oriented complex. Immediate. $1095-$1195+utilities. 4 appliances, hardwood flooring, backs onto ravine. Near schools, park, transit, shopping. Contact Bob at 905-240-4942. AJAX WESTNEY HEIGHTS 1 furnished room. $400/monthly Cable, share facilities, non-smoker First/last required Avail. immediately (416) 327-7727 or (905) 428-9114 leave msg AJAX:1-furnished room for rent in a large furnished home. Phone, internet, cable, parking, laundry. $550/mo, First/last. No smoking/pets. Avail immed. 416-893-0140. BOWMANVILLE,Includes sep. livingroom, cable, internet, phone, laundry, backyard, storage. On bus route. Very clean, prefer working person or student. $400/mo. Call 905-439-5254 BROCK RD/FINCH,3-furnished rooms, clean quiet home. TV, In- ternet, parking. MUST LOVE ANI- MALS, June 1st. No smoking. $400-550/mo. (905)426-8525. LARGE ROOM FOR RENT, share kitchen, bathroom, Phillip Murray and Sharbot area. $400/month, all inclusive, includes cable/laundry/phone. Preferred male, 40's. Available immediately. (905)429-7144. PICKERING, BROCK/401,large furnished room w/cable, internet, phone, parking. Walk to Go bus/PTC, amenities. Very clean house w/regular maid service. No pets/smoking. $500 inclusive. (905)424-0860 SALEM/BAYLY,furnished room, in quiet family home. Female pre- ferred, non smoker. Own wash- room, share kitchen, pool, hot tub, laundry facilities, parking. $450/month, no pets. 289-892- 2985. SHARE AJAX OR PICKERING House, clean quiet adult occu- pied. Furnished, cable TV, inter- net, house phone, laundry, park- ing. First/last. Smoking outside/no pets. $465/inclusive, www.sharemyhouse.ca 905-391- 3809. WHITBY OLD DOWNTOWN room to rent for mature male in quiet home, furnished, very clean, parking, satellite, full kitchen, 2- bathrooms, familyroom, no smok- ing/pets, $550,inclusive, Available immediately. 905-426-0916. NORTH WHITBY.Live in a Cas- tle. Luxury furnished bedroom. Beautiful jaccuzzi bathroom, TV. room, cable/parking, outdoor hot- tub. No pets. Available May 1st-15th. $650/mo. (905)432- 6454 20' HOUSE TRAILER 2002, like new, used only 1 week-end. Can sleep 9. Selling due to sickness. Phone 4 info. (905)725-3371 2001 TERRY-LITE 25FT,5th wheel, $10,800, excellent condi- tion, microwave, a/c, am/fm/cd, new awning, trailer accessories, chalks, hitch tripod, etc., propane electric furnace, (705)484-5975. 2002 COLEMAN TRAILER.Ex- cellent condition. Sleeps 6. Fur- nace, attachable screen room. Asking $5,000. Call to view (905)420-4058. 2002 STARCRAFT tent trailer, sleeps 5, excellent condition, stove and awning. $2,900. (905)427-6023. 2003 COLEMAN Santa Fe Tent Trailer. Loaded, furnace, hot wa- ter tank, king size/double beds. 2-stoves, 3-way fridge. Outside shower. $6,800, O.B.O. Call (905)263-8524. 2004 MICROLITE FLEETWOOD Caravan Travel Trailer. Excellent condition. Fridge, air, heat, con- vection microwave, oven, full bathroom, plenty of storage, sleeps 6. $18,000. 905-721-9017. BALSAM LAKE Fenelon Falls Trailers for Sale on Sites, Housekeeping Cottages for rent. Seasonal boat dock rentals. 1-877-887-2550 www.sandybeachtrailercourt.com EASY TOW 2001 Shamrock trail- er, excellent condition, fridge, stove, furnace, TV, awning, 2 pro- pane tanks, full bath, microwave, electric brakes and controller, $9,500 OBO (also, 2002 Odyssey EX tow vehicle). 905-342-2465 jmod@telnet.com JAYCO EAGLE 10FS 2001 tent trailer king & queen size bed, sleeps 6, awning with add-a-room attachment, fridge, stove, sink. $4500 obo. 905-259-0739, 905-623-8648. RICE LAKE seasonal RV site. Full hook-up in family park. Heat- ed pool, fire pit and docking. www.towermanorlodge.com Call 905-342-2078. 1995 SEA-DOO JET BOAT, twin Rotax Speedster Model. Trailer, cover, great shape, $5,000. Call 905-449-9839. BASS BOAT - 16' Princecraft & trailer, loaded, trolling, kicker, 40-HP Evinrude, fishfinder, ra- dios, lots of equipment. Great condition. $9500 OBO. Fred 905- 404-6006, Blackstock FOUND: FEMALE gray Tabby cat, Fri. May 2nd evening, Rose- bank/Finch area. (905)839-2140 ARE YOU A SWM,with a good sense of humor, knows how to treat a lady. LIKES DANCING, MOVIES AND TRAVELING, SWF would like to hear from you. (63-68) SERIOUS REPLIES ONLY CALL, LEAVE MESSAGE AND PHONE NUMBER AT:1- 800-692-3269 Box #321886. ERASE YOUR CRIMINAL Record. We succeed where our competition can't. We give free consultations. Our cost just $475. Apply online www.governmentpardons.ca Call Robyn 1-800-298-5520 DAYCARE AVAILABLE (Finch/Dixie). Clean, safe and loving environment. Meals, re- ceipts provided. 2 spaces available. Call (416)854-3584. LIVE-OUT NANNY/HOUSE- KEEPER needed for 2-children, 4-days per week, in Pickering home. Must drive. Please call (905)436-0454, or fax (905)436- 9672. CASTLE ON A CLOUD WELL- NESS SPA, serving Durham since 1999. Traveling massage therapist, or in castle spa treat- ments, $85 your choice, facial, or pedicure, combo massage. WWW.CASTLEONACLOUD.CA. For appointment, call (905)432- 6454. +CARPETS, LAMINATES & HARDWOOD, carpets installed from .99 sq. ft. Textured Berber installed from $1.44 sq. ft. Hard- woods installed from $4.99 sq. ft. 12.3 mm laminates installed from $2.69 sq. ft. 20 years experience, certified installer. Always free es- timates. Saillian Carpets. 1-800- 578-0497, 905-242-3691, 905- 373-2260. 2 CEMETERY PLOTS in Mount Lawn Cemetery, Oshawa/Whitby area. Preferred garden setting. Estate sale, information (613)472-2264 27 FT SUN RUNNER cabin cruis- er with aft cabin, excellent shape, $18,500 or with trailer $22,900. Komatsu mini excavator with doz- er blade, 2200 hours, very clean, $16,900. 905-342-9336 or cell 905-373-2925. 52"-RCA WIDESCREEN TV, asking $495, Skylar Peppler beige, couch, $150, Solid maple dinette set, 6-chairs, $325, 6-con- temporary solid wood armed chairs $250. (905)723-7695. AAA CARPET FLOORING & HARDWOOD:Carpet 3-rooms from $329 (30-sq. yd.) includes: carpet, pad and installation. Free estimates. Carpet repairs. Serv- ing Durham and surrounding are- as. Professional Painting also avail. Call Sam (905)686-1772 ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress set, cost $1000, sacri- fice $275. Call 905-213-4669. APPLIANCES,refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer, apartment size washer & dryer. Mint condition. Will sell separately, can deliver. Call (905)903-4997 BUY/SELL Stair lifts, porch lifts, hospital beds (electric), scooters, ceiling lifts, patient lifts. SILVER CROSS (905)668-8560 or 1-800- 659-0668 CARPETS, LAMINATE & VINYL flooring. 1 or more rooms, I do it all! Carpets starting from $1.20- sq.-ft. installed. Laminate 15mm $2.20-sq-ft. Installation avail. Residential, commercial. Satis- faction guaranteed. Free Esti- mate. Lexus Flooring, Mike 905- 431-4040 COKE MACHINE,can style, re- furbished, working, $800; Ameri- cana juke box + records $800; 20' above ground pool with steps $500. (905)623-0771 CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT B.E. Larkin Equipment Ltd. Kubota Construction, New Hol- land Construction used equip- ment. Durham, Clarington, North- umberland Sales Rep Jim (647)284-0971 OAK BARREL SETTEE set, 3-seat settee, rocker chair, occa- sional chair and 4 end tables, $2000. (905)655-7253. ELECTRICALLY POWERED alu- minum boat lift, 4,000 pound ca- pacity, complete with canopy, like new. custom built, 2 years old, $3,500.00 or B.O. - 705-731-0772 or 905-666-9738. ELLIPTICAL, LIFE FITNESS, Total Body Cross Trainer Xi. Ful- ly loaded with all options. Only 1 year old. Paid $3800, sell for $2000. 905-683-4998. FOR SALE:round oak table w/chairs, executive solid oak desk, porcelain doll moulds, ce- ramic moulds. Please call Sandi 905-434-7184 or 905-718-7075. FULL SET OF GOLF CLUBS, right hand, new driver, 460cc, new 3 wood, new putter, new bag stand, slightly used, knock off Calaways. $200. firm. Call (705)3280402 after 6. 2008 YARD SALE KITS ARE NOW BEING PREPARED. We are offering an opportunity for your business to include a coupon in these kits which will be offered free of charge to customers purchasing a yard sale ad. We will be able to distribute your coupon to Pickering, Ajax, Uxbridge, Port Perry, Whitby, Oshawa, Claring- ton, Northumberland and Brighton. For more information please call Classified Dept -- 905-576-9335 bbrowne@durhamregion.com The Durham Region Chapter of the International Association of Administrative Professionals will be holding a fundraiser yard sale on Sat., May 10, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 768 Eyer Drive, Pickering (White's and Oklahoma). Come one, come all. Check out our website at www.iaapdurham.com OFFICE FURNITURE - BLOWOUT SAT. MAY 10TH 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (no previewing) OUTDOORS ONLY - RAIN OR SHINE CASH AND CARRY ONLY Desks, chairs, tables, pictures, privacy panels (Panelink etc.) BROCK NORTH PLAZA, PICKERING 2200 BROCK RD. N. FRONT OF BUILDING COMMUNITY YARD SALE CAR WASH, BBQ Sat. May 10, 8 to 2 ** 30+ Vendors Pickering Village United Church 300 Church St. N., Ajax (North of Pickering High School) HUGE YARD SALE all new items from store closing SAT. AND SUN., MAY 10TH AND 11TH, 9 A.M. - 2 P.M. 1098 RAMBLEBERRY AVE. PICKERING Dixie and Hwy 2. HUGE YARD SALE Sat. May 10 & 11, 8a-3p 116 Tulloch Drive, Ajax New & used items plus great gifts for Mother's Day GIANT GREENWOOD COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE Sat., 10th May 2008 , 8am - 2pm(Rain or Shine) In The Hamlet of Greenwood (Westney Rd & Hwy #7) Follow the signs!! Saturday May 10th - 8:30am Rain Date May 17th TVs, Furniture, electronics, lamps, books, toys, Something for everyone! 1067 Benton Cres., Pickering GARAGE SALE Saturday, May 10, 6 am-2pm 613 Creekview Circle, Pick.(Creekview & Downlands) Pantry, filing cabinet, bookshelves, VCR, folding table, household items, catering equipments Plants! Plants! Plants! Perennials A variety of colours of daylilies Ferns Hostas 1744 Finch Ave., Pick.(E. of Brock Rd.) 8am-12pm Sat. May 10 & Sat. May 17 MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE Sat. May 10- 8a-2p 840 Breda Avenue, Pickering Brand new toys, hotwheels, bratz, little pet shop and more... HUGE CONTENTS/MOVING SALE Antiques, Collectibles, Furniture, Tables, Huge Oak Vanity, Accent Furnishings.....NO JUNK Bring a Truck....Sat. May 10, 7:00 A.M Start 1764 Finch Ave, Pickering (Finch E. off of Brock Rd.) HUGE GARAGE SALE Sat. May 10, 8:30am-11:00am 9 Milner Crescent, Ajax New stove, furniture, small appliances, kitchenware and more... FAMILY YARD SALE Saturday May 10th 8am - 2 pm 473 Rougemount Dr. South, Pickering PICKERING VILLAGE UNITED CHURCH COMMUNITY YARD SALE Barbecue & Car Wash, 33 Vendors! Sat. May 10, 8a-2p 300 Church St. N. Ajax GARAGE SALE! Sat. May 10 8a-2p 2 Walker Cr. Huge Garage Sale 1824 Forestview Dr, Pickering Twinrivers/Altona Saturday May 10 8am-1pm Rain Day Sunday May 11th ~ 8am-1pm. HUGE GARAGE SALE Saturday May 10th 9am - 1pm 1550 Bayly St, Unit #24, Pickering. HUGE VINTAGE GARAGE SALE Saturday May 10 9am - 3pm 52 Williamson Dr., E (Salem/Taunton) SPRING YARD SALE Saturday May 10th 8am -1pm 998 Mountcastle Cres, Pickering (Huntsmill/Finch) YARD SALE Saturday May 10 15 Upchurch Ave, Ajax 8:00 a.m. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, May 09, 2008, PAGE 33 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com Place your ad at 905-683-0707 TO ADVERTISE YOUR YARD SALE IN THIS SECTION PLEASE CALL 905-683-0707 (Ajax) HARRY HAYES Broker of Record 905-428-8274 BY APPOINTMENT ONLY PICKERING West shore beauty... completely renovated from top to bottom. All new designer kitchen, 2+1 bdrms., maple hardwood fl oors, tile in kitchen & lower area, fi nished open concept lower level featuring games room, fi replace & 3 pc. washroom. Exterior has been redone as well as garage. A must see! Near the lake. Call Harry Hayes, Broker of Record.$429,900SEEING IS BELIEVING Sutton Group Status Realty Inc., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated view on-line at... www.homes.durhamregion.comwww.homes.durhamregion.com By Appointment Only Listings continued from page 38 For more homes see page 37 ANN O MAGNUS Sales Representative since 1987 416-483-8000 4 Bedroom 2 1⁄2 baths, eat-in kitchen, walk-out to landscaped garden. Fin’d bsmt, Double garage. Many upgrades. www.annmagnus.com ann@annmagnus.com WESTNEY/401$299,900sutton-group bayview realty inc. brokerage BY APPOINTMENT ONLY • Stunning Renovated Luxury Home. Over 150K Spent! • 2800 Sf Plus1400 Sf Finished Basement. • New Custom Kitchen Shows Like A Model. • Renovated Enste W/ Seamless Glass Shower. Renovated Washrooms With Granite • New Paradise Pool Oasis With 34X10Ft Covered Porch, Pond. • New Beech Hardwood, New Broadloom, New Basement, New Beech Staircase. See Virtual Tour @ MLS #E1367002 BEST STREET, BEST LOCATION, BRAEBURN! RARELY AVAILABLE! T H I S I S L I V I N G ! SALLY MCLEOD-MILLER Sales Representative 416-284-4751 Connect Realty Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated$549,000WON’T LAST!Very Spacious Semi Detached Family Home with three Bedrooms Main Floor Family Room, Finished Basement, Renovated kitchen, Freshly painted, 2 Piece ensuite Fire Place, Close to all Amenities walk to Pickering Town Centre, Buses and school, Why wait Call today for Appt. www.homesforsalebuylena.com PERFCT FOR FIRST TIME BUYERS LENA OHANNESSIAN Sales Representative 905-683-1790 416-937-3142 Connect Realty Brokerage INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED$234,900$759,900Custom Built 52 x 182 Feet Apprx. 3500 Sq Ft, 9 Foot Ceiling, 4 Bedrooms, main Floor Offi ce, Hardwood Floors, plaster Crown Moldings, Upgraded Kitchen Cabinets with Granite Coun- ter Top, Back Splash, Kitchen Aid Stainless Steel Appliances, Walk Out to Porch, Walk Out to Balcony from Master Bedroom and a Walk Up from Basement, Second Floor Laundry. www.homesforsalebuylena.com SIMPLY STUNNING! ROUGE VALLEY SONIA SINCLAIR Sales Representative 905-619-9500 OR 905-831-9500 3575 WESTNEY RD., PICKERING Sutton Group Heritage Realty Inc., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated BY APPOINTMTNT ONLY • 1 acre lot in sought after Greenwood Village! • Fully loaded with ceramics, hardwood! • 5pc ensuite, sep tub and shower! • Walk in closet! • Over 5000 sq ft of finished space! • 2 fireplaces! • Private oasis! • Huge oversized double garage! CUSTOM RANCH BUNGALOW Asking $685,000 STUNNING Quick call Sonia Sinclair or Bill Morrison 905-619-9500 to view today! STEVE GALLOWAY Broker 416-751-6533 416-727-4367 BY APPOINTMENT ONLY $449,900 DISCOVERY BAY ‘By The Lake’ Fantastic Layout, Large Open Foyer With Circular Stairs, Hardwood Floors And Skylight, Bright And Spacious Oak Kitchen With Sunroom Addition O/L Pool And Garden, Main Floor Laundry With Interior Garage Entry, Walk To Lakefront Parks & Schools *Quiet Crescent Location* CASE REALTY BROKERAGE Independently owned & operated • Beautiful Springview Model On Crescent • Beautifully Landscaped • Clean As A Whistle, Just Move Right In • Close To Shopping, Schools, Transit • Pride Of Ownership • Fully Fenced With Large Deck For Entertaining JOHN BODDY HOME IN SOUGHT AFTER AREA DEBBIE DIXON Sales Representative 416-286-3993 ROUGE RIVER Realty Ltd. Brokerage Find your dream home in the Ajax • Pickering News Advertiser Real Estate Section, running every Wednesday and on-line @homesdurhamregion.com Agents, list yourAgents, list your homes with us.homes with us. Call today 905.683.5110Call today 905.683.5110 Rouge River Realty Ltd., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated Paul Keeler Sales Representative pkeeler@trebnet.com www.paulkeeler.com Gloria Luoma Sales Representative gluoma@trebnet.com www.glorialuoma.com Toronto: (416) 286-3993 • Durham: (905) 428-6533 TheThe WOWWOW That MovesThat Moves YOUYOU YOUR ULTIMATE URBAN OASIS!YOUR ULTIMATE URBAN OASIS!YOUR ULTIMATE URBAN OASIS!YOUR ULTIMATE URBAN OASIS! 1273 ABBEY ROAD,1273 ABBEY ROAD, PickeringPickering SOLD $739,000CALL FOR YOUR PRIVATE VIEWING “TALL TREES”... TWYN RIVERS Exquisite “Marshall” built on prestigious 72 ft. wooded ravine with magnifi cent hardwood and commanding views from principal rooms$599,900E 1 3 6 4 3 6 2 HEAR THE BIRDSONG... IN THE PRESTIGE OF THE ROUGE Soaring 9 ft. ceilings, gleaming hardwood, Prof. fi nished Lower Level backs on to mature treed gardens for al fresco dining on tiered deck. CALL FOR YOUR PRIVATE VIEWING UPSCALE 4+1 BDRM REDO IN MAPLE RIDGE ESTATES$339,900E 1 3 4 6 8 4 3 CALL FOR YOUR PRIVATE VIEWING HOME, SUITE, HOME... WALK TO GO Coup for fi rst time buyers and investors with separate entry to superb fi nished lower level.$249,900E 1 3 6 4 3 6 2 CALL FOR YOUR PRIVATE VIEWING $489,900E 1 3 3 4 4 8 8 With professionally fi nished lower level, fully fenced with great deck for entertaining durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 34 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 9, 2008 8FEOFTEBZ.BZ /PPOUJMQN )PMJEBZ*OO #MPPS4U& 0TIBXB -JNJUFE#PPUI4QBDF4UJMM"WBJMBCMF'PS'VSUIFS*OGPSNBUJPO1MFBTF$POUBDU:PVS4BMFT3FQ0TIBXB5IJT8FFLPS$MBTTJ¾FE 5IFSFJTMJNJUFETFBUJOHBOEUJDLFUTNVTUCFQVSDIBTFE CFGPSFUIFFWFOUBUBOZPGUIFGPMMPXJOHMPDBUJPOT 0TIBXB5IJT8FFL 'BSFXFMM4U 0TIBXB 0/ 8IJUCZ5IJT8FFL %VOEBT4U8 $PVOUSZ1FEMBS 4FBST0G¾DF 8IJUCZ 0/ $MBSJOHUPO5IJT8FFL #BTFMJOF3E8 4FBST0VUMFU #PXNBOWJMMF 0/ RRS 4- 1VSDIBTFCZQIPOFFYU 1SPGFTTPS $BOBEB3FTFBSDI$IBJSJO/VUSJUJPOBOE.FUBCPMJTN %FQBSUNFOUPG /VUSJUJPOBM4DJFODFT 6OJWFSTJUZPG5PSPOUP %JSFDUPS° 3JTL'BDUPS.PEJ¾DBUJPO$FOUSF 4U.JDIBFMµT)PTQJUBM 5JUMF° )FBSU%JTFBTF %JBCFUFT $BODFS ²"3FBTPOGPS)PQF³ 5JDLFUTUPIFBS%S+FOLJOT ,FZOPUF"EESFTTBUQN ´8PSME3FOPXOFEµ%3%"7*%+&/,*/4 .% 1I% %4D POMZFBDI JODMVEJOHUBY 5IFVMUJNBUFHPBMPG%S+FOLJOTµSFTFBSDIBOEUPEBZµTMFDUVSFJTUPFYQMBJOUIF QPUFOUJBMPGEJFUJOQSFWFOUJOHBOEUSFBUJOHDISPOJDEJTFBTFT QSJNBSJMZIFBSU EJTFBTF DBODFSBOEEJBCFUFT To Contact Us Call: 1-800-519-9566, 905-668-1838 Apply on-line atApply on-line at www.creditzonecanada.comwww.creditzonecanada.com Bad Credit? O.K. • New to Country? O.K. • Bankrupt? O.K. • Slow Payment’s? O.K. *Need a Car Loan-*Need a Car Loan- Call Credit-ZoneCall Credit-Zone Canada O/A 1527619. Some down payment may be required EDENHAUSER, Walburga - Passed away after a short illness at the Ajax Pickering Hospital on Tuesday May 6, 2008 in her 84th year. Beloved wife of Herbert Edenhauser and loving mother of Monica and her husband Bruce Walker. Proud Oma of Roman and his wife Angela and Pierce and his wife Jessica, all of whom live in Calgary. She will be deeply missed by her nephew Peter and his family in Austria. Walburga proudly worked as a registered nursing assistant at the Whitby Psychiatric Hospital for many years. The funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME (905-428-8488). If one so desires, donations to the Heart and Stroke Founda- tion would be greatly appreciated by the family. Saint Curtis June 13, 1998 to May 10, 2005 The memory of your dear wee ways Will linger with us all our days Sweetest flower, too sweet to stay God took you home to show the way. No stain was upon your little heart; No sin could enter there; Innocently, you slept sweetly on, Your beautiful face so fair. It has been three years now. By your sweet inspiration, your big sister now helps children with autism. We miss you dearly. Grandma and Grandpa - please visit me. With all our love forever, Mummy, Daddy and Big Sister Loretta Nellie Louise Prohl (nee Rutledge) December 26, 1921-May 12, 2007 No one knows how much we miss you No one knows the bitter pain We have suffered since we lost you Life has never been the same. In our hearts your memory lingers, Sweetly tender, fond and true, There is not a day, dear mother That we do not think of you. Sadly missed, Daughter, Judy Grandsons, Michael & Glen CREDIT 101 1. Pick your car 2. Pick your Term 3. Pick up your keys After 6 mos we will apply to reduce your interest rate LOW MONTHLY PAYMENTS DO NOT PAY FOR UP TO 180 DAYS WOW SAME LOCATION FOR 35 YEARS or Apply online www.yourcarautofi nance.com Please contact Everton or John EVERYONE Deserves a 2nd Chance to rebuild their credit drive a newer car drive a better car have lower payments get out of a high mileage lease NO TURN DOWN 1-888-565-0555 Call HOW TO FIND US100%NO HIDDEN FEES 0% DOWN PAYMENT* APPROVE D APPROVE D APPROVEDAPPROVED WE WILL GET YOU DRIVING VILLAGEMOREMORE *On OAC. Payments based on year, price, model & downpayment. 100% approval based on income or ability to pay. “Thinking like a Customer” USED CARSUSED CARS 1-888-565-0555 905-428-0774orSAME LOCATION FOR 35 YEARS!!! 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Call Denise (x241) or Katherine (x215) Today In fact, if you have a full time job & we can’t give you financing we will give you $$200200 just for trying. 5 STAR ★★★★★ 5 STAR ★★★★★ 5 STAR ★★★★★ 5 STAR ★★★★★ 5 STAR ★★★★★ 5 STAR ★★★★★ 5 STAR ★★★★★ 5 STAR ★★★★★ 5 STAR ★★★★★Do You Need A Vehicle? Do You Have Credit Problems? All you need is: -Valid Driver License -Insurable -Permanent employment -Self-Employed OK Call the Credit Magicians $200 gas card with purchase Greenwood Leasing & Finance Limited 30 Harwood Ave. Ajax, On. At 905-427-2085 HOT TUB/SPA, therapy jets, de- luxe cabinet, warranty, 220 amp. 5-6 person, $2495. Swim spa, 14 feet by 8 feet by 4 foot, $11, 999. 905-409-5285. INFRARED 2 Person Sauna, $1500 o.b.o. aluminum patio set, 6-chairs, glass table top $200. All excellent condition. Call (905)623-0524 GIBBARD DINING ROOM Suite, Vintage 1930's, solid walnut. Includes drop leaf table, 6-chairs, side-board/buffet and china cabinet. In good condition. Asking $3,500. (905)723-3569. HOT TUB COVERS Custom cov- ers, all sizes and shapes, $399 tax and delivery included. Pool safety covers. We will not be beat on price and quality. Guar- anteed. 905-259-4514. www.durhamcovers.com HOT TUBS/SPA,2008 new in wrap, fully loaded. Cost $8900, sacrifice $3900. Call (905)213- 4669 POOL TABLE, 1" slate. New in box. Cost $4300 sacrifice $1395. (905)213-4669 MAKE AN OFFER,everything must go! Fridge/stove, black set, white set. Dryer, 9pc dining set. Apt. stove. Bedroom set. Enter- tainment units. 46" TV. (289)240- 2112 Oshawa MOVING SALE.BBQ, patio set, bedroom queen wood set, kitchen set, wall pictures, royal daulton dishes, tv stand, many more items of quality. 905-409-8695 PIANO TECHNICIAN available for tuning, repairs & pre-purchase consultation. Used upright or grand acoustic pianos for sale. Moving, rentals available. Call 905-427-7631 or visit: www.barbhall.com PIANO, APARTMENT size, Ma- son & Risch, with bench. Excel- lent condition. $975. Call (416)444-0644. RENT TO OWN - New and reconditioned appliances, new TV's, Stereos, Computers, DVD Players, Furniture, Bedding, Patio Furniture, Barbecues & More! Fast delivery. No credit application refused. Paddy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798-5502. TRUCKLOADS OF NEW SCRATCH & DENT APPLIANC- ES new coin washers $699 and new coin dryers $599., also re- conditioned coin washer and dryers available, new Danby apt. size freezers $209, new 24" and 30" ranges $399., wide selection of new and reconditioned appli- ances available. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 WANTED: ABOVE ground pool, 18' or bigger, will take down & take away. Call 905-436-8087. 4 ADORABLE LHASA- POM/SCHITZ NOODLE puppies, vet checked, first shots, de- wormed, ready to go, parents on site, $400. 905-342-1050. ADORABLE GOLDEN Retriever puppies, available May 22, both parents on site, vet checked, de- wormed, first shots, $500. 905- 342-2095. DACHSHUNDS, MINIATURE, long haired puppies, reds. View at desrokennel.com or call 905- 797-2119. GERMAN SHEPHERD pups available immediately. First shots and dewormed, 3 females and 2 males available, $600, 30 min- utes east of Oshawa. 905-885- 0544. GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS, Registered C.K.C., dewormed, papers, all shots, tattooed, 2 males left. References available $975 each. FREE German Shep- herd, 9-year old female. (905)987-1677. GOLDEN RETRIEVER pups, 7 weeks old, dewormed and vacci- nated by Dr. Robert Green, New- castle, well mannered, farmed raised, $500. 905-786-2677. GOLDENDOODLES,Aussiedoo- dles & Labradoodles, Gorgeous, loving family pets, Come for a play & fall in love. 705-437-2790, www.doodletreasures.com LAB, ADORABLE pups, yellow, CKC champ bloodlines, tattoos, shots, raised in our rec room, ready May 23. 905-344-7895. REGISTERED GOLDEN Retrievers, 4-females, 1-male. Puppies will come with first shot, dewormed, microchipped and 2-year written health and temperament guarantee. $850. (905)718-2326. 1973 Dodge Challenger restored miles: 108000 Int:White Ext:Red NEW 360 V8 CONTACT: tri- ciamcgean@live.com ONLY $4800 1988 MAZDA RX7,5 speed con- vertible, new top, rust free - southern car. Runs great! Paul 1- 416-453-1968 1995 BUICK REGAL,great con- dition, 183,000 kil., auto, air, p/w/l, $2,000 or bets offer. Call John at (905)579-7409. 1999 GRAND AM,White 200,000 km. Engine repair need- ed, good interior/exterior, or great for parts. Call 905-623-1295. Best offer. 1999 BUICK REGAL GRAND Sport, excellent-condition, fully loaded. New paint job, tires, bat- tery, remote-start, 88,000mls, oil- changed every-60-days. Certified, E-tested. $5,150 OBO (905)434- 1386, Cell (905)432-0190 1999 TOYOTA Camry in excel- lent condition, low km, new tires/battery $7000 o.b.o. Call 905-239-5388 PONTIAC SUNFIRE 2000,2-dr. Ask for Richard (905)434-6027. 2000 HYUNDAI Tiburon - 5 Speed Manual; Power Windows & Sunroof. New tires, fully main- tained, 132,000km. $5199.00. Call: 416-578-8478 or Email: grb88@sympatico.ca 2001 NISSAN Maxima, CD, Heated Seats, Spoiler, Alloys, Sil- ver, No Rust, Cert., E-Test, 905- 233-4403, $8500 2002 SUNFIRE auto air 130k $4499; 1996 Taurus Wagon $1800; 1995 Chev Lumina $1500; 1991 Integra auto 190K $1400; 1999 Accent 140K au- to/air $2499 905-922-2010; 416- 841-1487 FineLine Auto. 2003 HYUNDAI Accent GSI. Only $50 to fill, travels 650 km per tank. Manual trans, sunroof, clean. New brakes. Free snow tires with deal. Will certify. $4,700. 905-852-9141 ext. 28 or 416-893-4212. 2003 MALIBU,dark gray, 4-dr, pwr locks/windows, 4 mounted snow tires, trailer hitch, rust proofed yearly, 100,100kms, cer- tified/e-tested, 1 owner lady-driv- en, asking $8,900. (905)623-0138 2004 CHRYSLER SEEBRING Ltd. Convertible, fully loaded, safety & e-certificates. Excellent condition, 123,000kms, $13,500. Call (905)579-8492. 2004 PONTIAC GrandAm, V6, 102K; P/W/L, cold air. 4-door, white. Certified. $7500-obo. (905)995-3537 2004 SUNFIRE 111k $64985; 2003 Sunfire 127k $3995; 2002 Windstar SEL loaded DVD 140K $5400; 1995 Cavalier 220k $1995. All vehicles certified/e- tested, 1 year powertrain warran- ty included. 905-925-2205 or 905- 987-2205 2005 DODGE CARAVAN StoN'Go, fully loaded, will certify, $10900, 2005 Honda Accord, 58000K, etested/certified $16900, 1999 Dodge Dakota 4x4 cab-and- a-half, $6995, 905-668-9600. 2006 CHEV COLBOLT LT, 2-door. Take over lease, $322/month. Year and a half left. 5-speed standard, stereo pack- age. (905)435-0892 98' ACCORD -Fully loaded with skirt pkg. and alloy rims. 3.0L/V6 2-dr coupe. $5500. Call 905-240- 1165. NEED A CAR?100% Credit Guaranteed, Your job is your credit, some down payment may be required. 200 cars in stock Call 877-743-9292 or apply online at www.needacartoday.ca NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, May 09, 2008, PAGE 35 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com BRUCE KELLETT AUCTIONS Selling Electrical Supplies and Small Engine Vehicles At Blackstock Tree Farm, 4060 Mount Joy Road Saturday, May 10th @ 10:30 am • Antique horse drawn cutter w/top and doors • 10'x12' office trailer 110 & elc. force air heater • Yamaha 660 Raptor (2003) • Yamaha P50 child starter motor bike • Steiner lawn sweeper • Coin operation arcade rides • New 16" blade compact window saw • Industry indoor scaffold • Elc. 12-volt mobile lift • 2500 W & 5000 W Diesel Generators • 200 CC Honda bike • 50 CC & 150 CC & 80 CC new bikes • Elc. Scooter • Hunter 700 elc. wheel balancer • Exit lights • Industrial & commercial ballast • Industrial fuses • Elc. motors • New Electric Supplies BRUCE KELLETT (905) 986-4447 (705) 328-2185 www.theauctionfever.com Jeff and Linda Griffin (nee Parnsalu) and big brother Quinn, are happy to announce the safe arrival of Delaney Mei Lola in Hong Kong, April 9, 2008. Proud grandparents are Jane Griffin of Whitby and Al and Tillie O'Quinn of Ajax. BAYWOOD CENTRE Corner of Bayly St & Monarch Ajax (No Frills Plaza) Vendors Wanted Tables available for you to sell your treasures at our 13th Annual SIDEWALK & YARD SALE SATURDAY MAY 24th 8am to 2 pm Rain Or Shine Cost per table is only $25 with proceeds in support of the Canadian Mental Health Association. Those interested may contact Cindy 905 426-9673 or the Gift Gallery 905 427-5589 live entertainment, face painting, clowns, target practice for hockey. NEED FINANCING for a newer vehicle? We offer financing for: *1st Time Buyers *Bankruptcies *Divorce *Slow or No Credit 1- 866-436-3025 or apply online: www.thecreditrebuilders.ca ! ! $ ! AARON & LEO Scrap Cars & Trucks Wanted. Cash paid 7 days/week anytime. Please call 905-426-0357. ! ! ! A - ALL SCRAP CARS,old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407. ! ! $ $ ADAM & RON'S SCRAP cars, trucks, vans. Pay cash, free pick up 7 days/week (anytime) 905-424-3508 ! A ABLE TO PAY up to $10,000 on scrap cars & trucks running or not. Free Towing 24 hours, 7 days. (905)686-1899 (Picker- ing/Ajax) or (905)665-9279 (Oshawa/Whitby). $$$$$ JOHNNY JUNKER WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE. Has the best cash deal for your good scrap cars and trucks. Speedy service. (905)655-4609 or (416)286-6156. $ $250+ TOP DOLLARS - Ajax Auto Wreckers pays for vehi- cles.We buy all scrap metal, cop- per, aluminum, fridges, stoves, etc. 905-686-1771; 416-896-7066 $100-$1000 Cash For Cars Dead or Alive Fast Free Towing 7 Days a Week (416)893-1594 1-866-256-2883 ABSOLUTELY the best CASH deal for your old junker. Cars & trucks wanted, dead or alive. Free p-up. Call 24 hrs. John 905- 263-4142 or 905-914-4142. CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles.Vehicles must be in running condition. Call (905)427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES 1996 BLAZER,daily driver, good shape, 4-wheel drive, works great, $3200 obo, (905)419-1016. 1999 ACURA 3.2 TL $4999; 1999 Concord 140K $3999; 2001 GrandAm $3699; 2001 Hyundai Sonata $3499; 2001 PT Cruiser $4499 others from $1999 certi- fied/e-tested free 6-month war- ranty. Kelly and Sons since 1976 905-683-7301 or 905-424-9002. www.kellyandsonsauto.com 2004 FORD EXPLORER Spor- trac XLT 4x4 bright white. Com- pletely loaded with pw/pl/ac/cruise, along with power adjust seats, power moon roof and power sliding rear window. This truck also comes with hard locking teanue cover, trailer tow- ing package and low kms, for $18,000 OBO, this truck will be certified, E-tested and ready to drive away. Phone 905-342- 2704. 97 CHEV PK $2999,97 GMC Safari 110K $3699, 88 GMC Camper Van $3699, 97 Ford E350 ext $3999, 96 Ford F250 4x4 ext $3999. Call 905-683-7301 or 905-424-9002. www.kellyandsonsauto.com 1996 DODGE Caravan 235k needs water pump. $700 as is. 1988 Dodge Spirit $500 as is. 905-429-2311 ask for Richard ATV - SUZUKI.King Quad 4x4/700 2005, 1800km, clean, fuel injected, comes with winch, front and rear rack, $6,295.00, O.B.O. (905)432-5284 2002 HONDA CUSTOM. lots of extras. Saddle Bags, Back rest. $7,700 or B.O. (905)432-9338 after 5:00 pm YAMAHA 650 XS, 1980, new tires, paint, chain, nice bike, certi- fied, $1,800.OBO. 1969 Triumph 500,matching numbers. $3,250.OBO 905-373-0572. ALL ASIAN LADIES Chinese Japanese Korean 24/7 Out Calls Only www.cuteorientals.ca 647-221-5858 Asian Girls Best Service Best Price Best Quality Girls 19+, Singapore, Chinese, Japanese, Korean and more 24hrs, Out Calls only 905-260-1238 416-833-3123 New . . . Sexy Green-eyed Blonde Weekends Only Danielle (905)999-6203 PICKERING Busty Blonde & Blue-eyed Upscale Discreet Early till late No private calls Appointment 289-200-0812 AAA PICKERING ANGELS ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Relaxing Massage VIP Rooms & Jacuzzi 905 Dillingham Rd. (905)420-0320 pickeringangels.com DREAM SPA GRAND OPENING 371 Old Kingston Rd.Unit #8 (Close to Port Union Rd) Incredible massages 7 days a week (647)436-1630 OSHAWA The Holistic $35 you want Ritson Rd. / Bloor 905-576-3456 Port Union Aroma 6095 Kingston Rd. Port Union Aroma. Big, Big special $25/20 mins. (416)287-0338 Sheila from Pickering, is here now! T H E C U T TING EDGE • SHINGLES • FLATS • EAVESTROUGH • SKYLIGHTS • ALUMINUM • CAULKING • CHIMNEY POINTING ROOFING Over 20 Years Experience! ROBERT LANDRY 647-893-9697 BUDGET HOME IMPROVEMENTS BATHROOMS ● KITCHENS ●RECROOMS COUNTER TOPS ●LICENSED ELECTRICIAN PAINTING ● FLOORING ●PLUMBING HOME OFFICES ● HEATING & A/C Mario (905)619-4663 Cell 416-275-0034 BILL DEMBOWSKI HAULAGE Sand & Gravel, Decks, Sheds, Bobcat Services, Sodding Driveway & Sidewalk Repairs, Top Soil, Carpentry 438 Old Hwy. 47 Uxbridge, ON 905-852-1837 Painting, Drywall, Carpentry, Bath & Basement Call Ed 905-426-9100 GRASS CUTTING by professionals RANGER LANDSCAPING PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Residential and Commercial *10 yrs. experience * Monthly rates "Excellent rates and excellent service" Guaranteed! (905)686-9444 (416)806-1808 MAPLE LEAF LAWN CARE ●Lawn Cutting ●Lawn & Garden Maintenance ●Spring Clean Up ●Aeration ●Fertilization ●Weed Control ●Interlocking Stone 905-626-0653 www.mapleleaflawncare.com • Cutting • Fertilizing • Weed Control • Lawn Repair/Replacement • Flower Beds • Hedge Trimming SATISFACTION GUARANTEED 10 YEARS EXPERIENCE 7 days per week7 days per week 905-436-9631 905-436-9631 JOHNSTON’S LAWN CAREJOHNSTON’S LAWN CARE HEINRICH LANDSCAPING All season maintenance for * Condos * Commercial * Residential landscaping, interlock stone patios, walks, driveways, (+ expert relaying), retaining walls, excavating, trenching etc. FREE estimates 905-839-5349 (Est. 1978) FREE AERATION WITH SIGN UP FOR GRASS CUTTING Free Quotes 905-261-1566 ~ 1-866-757-LAWN www.darlingtonpropertymaintenance.com trimming pruning removal tree planting stump removal free estimates Ph: 905•619•8563 Ph: 647•989•1339 with this ad 10% Seniors Discount$50OFF with this ad Not valid in conjuction with any other offer. One coupon per job with a $300 minimum. professional tree care & maintenance TREE SOLUTIONS DECKS ONLY Professionally Done All Work Guaranteed Free Estimates Reasonable Rates All garbage removed 905-668-4750 905-442-7077 10% off if Booked before July 1st, 2008 HANDI-MAX FIXER For ALL small household jobs & Pressure spraying Certified Home Inspection Call Brian (905)231-9674 HARLAND CONSTRUCTION - Interlocking repairs - Retaining walls - Fence/deck - Stone masonry Call for free estimate 647-835-7905 HOLMES THE HANDYMAN No Job Is Too Small ●Plumbing ● Trim Work ● Laminate Floors ● Some Electrical ● Tile/Backsplash ●Junk Removal ● Painting Work Guaranteed 416-738-5849 (Brian) 905-409-9903 Kitchen Cabinets ◆ Affordable ◆ Top quality ◆ Dependable w/good references 416-913-9596 New Eden Landscape * Construction * Interlock/Natural Stone * Walkways/Patios/Walls * Garden Design * Sprinkler * Decks/Fence/Arbor Over 20 yrs. exp. All work guaranteed 905-839-8143 289-892-2921 (cell) PLUMBER ON THE GO Top Quality Plumbing at Reasonable rates Service and new installations Residential/Commercial No job too big or small Free estimates - over 20 years experience (905)837-9722 PROFESSIONAL CARPET CLEANING * Bonded staff * Professional service * Reasonable rates Saturday Appointments Available (905)686-8719 Roofing Shingles, Flats A + Quality Fully Insured and licensed Better Rates 1-866-816-2477 or 416-429-2189 SPRING SPECIAL ON WINDOW CLEANING $40.00 (up to 20 windows) No Squeegee (By hand) *Lawn Clean-up * Interior and Exterior Painting * We do odd jobs * Power wash (fence & deck stain) Lowest in the Region Fred 905-655-5706 Serving Durham since 1990 TBG Aluminum Siding ~ Soffit Facia ~ Eavestrough Free Estimates Call Bruce 905-410-6947 A1 1/2 PRICE JUNK REMOVAL!! All Junk Removed. Homes, Yards, Businesses, etc. We do all the loading. Seniors Discounts. Cheap and fast Service! In Service for 25yrs. John (Local) 310-5865 HANDYMAN SERVICES Concrete Repairs, Interlocking & Brick Repairs, Painting, Spring Cleanup, Lawn Cutting,Tree Pruning, Hedge Trimming, Garbage Removal, 905-431-7762 905-655-5085 NEED A FRIEND WITH A TRUCK? ● Junk Removal ●Light Hauling ●Odd Jobs ●General Deliveries Reasonable Rates Call Hans anytime (905)706-6776 LICENSED ELECTRICIAN New Wiring Re-wiring Troubleshooting Service Changes Complete Electrical Service ESA Licence 7003840 Call Mike at: (905)260-5365 PAINTING & WALLPAPERING ✦ Reasonable Rates ✦ ✦Interior ✦ ✦ Exterior ✦ Serving Oshawa & surrounding area for 30 yrs ☎ 905-725-9884 ☎ cell 905-213-0338 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service (905)428-0081 Tooley's Painting & Home Improvements Interior/Exterior Painting & Staining Drywall, Flooring, Tiling www.tooleyspainting.com Call for Free quote (905)576-9283 Apple Moving Dependable & Reliable Good Rates 24-hour Service Licenced/Insured (905)683-5342 (416)533-4162 (905)239-1263 SUPER CLEANING SERVICE We clean Houses, Apartments, Offices. Basic/ deep cleaning (move-in/ out). Free estimate, excellent rates. Satisfaction guaranteed. 416-938-7510 CRIMINAL RECORD Removal, leave the past behind.We don't just promise success, we guaran- tee it! Only $375. Free no pres- sure consultations. Par- dons/Waivers 1-800-507-8043, www.pardongranted.ca A/P PAGE 36 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, May 09, 2008 newsdurhamregion.com Don’t Forget Our Classified Deadlines: Tues. 2:30 p.m. Wed. paper Thurs. 2:30 p.m. for Fri. paper Fri. 2:30 p.m. for Sun. paper Catch Classifieds ONLINE! ANYTIME! Log on to: www.durhamregion.com Place your ad at 905-683-0707 view on-line at... www.homes.durhamregion.comwww.homes.durhamregion.com OpenHouses this Saturday and SundaySaturday and Sunday ~Opportunityis~Opportunity is Knocking~ ~Opportunity is Knocking~ Open Houses continued from page 37 For more Listings see page 34 QUALITY ONE LTD., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated www.WeHelpYouMoveHome.com 4 EDGELY CRT., DELANEY & CHURCH SATURDAY MAY 10, 1-3 P.M. Call DON DENNIS or LORRAINE HICKLING TODAY! Sales Representatives 905-683-8661 $10K BONUS BUCKS * Brand New luxury townhomes just built in Historic Pickering Village * Freehold - no maintenance fees * Gas Fireplace * Quality designer kitchens * Finishes/upgrades to be chosen by buyer on some lots * Close in 30 days on some lots Purchase a ‘BALMORAL’ model for $279,900 and receive $10,000 Bonus Dollars to be used towards upgrades. ~ NO CASH VALUE ~ Many lots to choose from! 905-427-6522 POINTE COLLECTION! Lakeside Beauty! 4 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom Home With Extensive Landscaping & Fully Fenced Yard. Main Floor Family Room w/Gas Fireplace, Large Kitchen w/Breakfast Area, Master Bedroom features 4 pc ens & w/o to Balcony, Wine Cellar in Bsmt. Steps to the Lake! www.mikebeckford.com SATURDAY MAY 10, 2-4 PM 7 HOPPE STREET, AJAX Connect Realty Brokerage INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED Sales Representatives GAIL DUNLOP Sales Representative 905-619-9500 (Near: Church St. & Delaney Dr.) THIS IS NOT A MISS PRINT!! It’s true! A 1900 square foot townhouse with a TWO car garage. A family-sized home with a townhouse price! This beautiful ‘Brookfield Home’ in Pickering Village has separate living & dining rooms. Large upgraded kit. with centre island, pantry, B/I appliances & ceramic floor. 3 Bdrms. and 3 bathrooms. The master has a W/I closet & ensuite bath w/separate shower. Huge loft with a family room & office. The gorgeous yard is very private with 2 decks, perennial gardens, pond and a TWO CAR GARAGE! And it’s freehold, no maintenance fees! Upgraded carpet throughout and recently painted. Includes appl’s., ELF’s & upgraded window coverings. Come and see for yourself on Sunday. SUN. MAY 11, 2-4 P.M. 8 HEMANS COURT, AJAX Sutton Group Heritage Realty Inc., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated $28 4,900 REGAN HUTCHISON Sales Representative 905-619-9500 SAT. & SUN. MAY 10 & 11, 2-4 P.M. 97 KEARNEY DR., AJAX PICKERING VILLAGE! Sutton Group Heritage Realty Inc., Brokerage NO HOM E S B EH INDWALK-OUT BASEMENT 4 bedrooms! 3 Baths! $$$ Spent in Upgrades! New kitchen w/ backsplash, newer powder rm., furnace, central air, windows and roof...just to name a few! RELAX IN YOUR PRIVATE BACKYARD! JASMINE PENA Sales Representative 905-649-3900 1-888-649-3909 THIS CASTLE CAN BE YOUR HOME! Gorgeous, 3 Years New, Executive Home In Prime Ajax Neighbourhood. Over 3000 Sq.ft. of Luxury. Bright, Open Concept with 9Ft. Ceilings. Quality Porcelain Tiles, Hardwood Floors And Stairs. Luxurious Master Bdrm W/5 Pc Ensuite. Entertainer’s Kitchen With 2nd Sink In Island. & Stainless Steel Appliances. Extra Large Finished Rec. Room. 3rd Bdrm. W/French Doors To Balcony. $$$ Spent on Interlocking on Driveway and Walkway and Many Other Upgrades. Dir: Follow Signs From Rossland and Audley Rd. or call Today for you personal tour! SUN MAY 11, 2-4 PM 22 CANTELL CRESCENT, AJAX Wenda Allen Ltd. Brokerage$454,900PAUL EEUWES Sales Representative 1-800-848-9167 1-877-243-4483 SAT. MAY 10, 2-4 P.M. 1791 APPLEVIEW RD., PICKERING Exceptional Custom Built Home In One of Pickering’s BEST neighbourhoods, 4000 sq.ft. of living space, 4+2 bdrms, large renovated 5 piece ensuite bath with Heritage Claw foot Soaker Tub, huge kit overlooking rear yard & pool area, large family rm w/fi eldstone fi replace, hrdwd, ceramic fl oors, huge rec rm, professionally landscaped rear yard to die for, 15x30 inground kidney shaped pool, multi level patios, wood burning outdoor fi replace, trees, gardens etc., $599,700. Dir.: 401 to Whites Rd., Pickering, N. 3 kms to Hwy 2/Kingston R., right(E). 9 Km to Fairport Rd. Left(N). 3 Km to Dunbarton Rd. right(E). 4 km to Appleview Rd, left onto Appleview Rd.$599,700 POOL - VERY RARE FIND.. CIRCLE THIS ONE!!! Ability Real Estate Ltd. Brokerage MASE DHIRANI BBA Sales Representative 416-487-5131 NEW LISTING – ONLY 2 YEARS OLD IN PRIME AJAX LOCATION ! What a deal! This fully upgraded freehold townhome has everything you’re looking for: stainless steel appliances, solid oak hardwood fl oors and matching cabinetry, professionally fi nished basement and too much to mention. The open concept layout boasts 1900 sq ft of living space and has 9’ ceilings. Professionally landscaped, the yard is fully fenced and backs onto a Greenbelt Conservation Area that’s heavily wooded for complete privacy. This one won’t last! www.FindYourDreamHomeToronto.com SAT & SUN MAY 10 & 11, 2-4 P.M. 22 POWERS VALLEY$279,900Ultimate Realty Inc., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated DAVE HORBAY SALES REP. 905- 427-1400 $22 4, 9 0 0 ROUGE RIVER Realty Ltd. Brokerage FABULOUS STARTER HOME IN OLD AJAX Features a finished bsmt, updated main bath, windows, furnace & CAC, newly paved 4 car drive. W/O from Kitchen to large deck. Close to schools, shopping & 401. For more info on this beautiful home call David or visit www.AjaxPickeringHomes.com SAT. MAY 10, 2-4 P.M. 56 BEATTY RD., AJAX Kingston Rd./Ritchie CLAYTON WHITE Sales Representative 905-619-9500 SAT. MAY 10, 1-3 P.M. 716 HILLVIEW CRES., PICKERING Westshore area. Spotless & extensively renovated raised bungalow with beautiful custom gourmet kitchen & hardwood fl oors, all baths are new w/modern fi nishes, in-law suite with 9’ ceilings & O/S garage w/workshop. New carpet & furnace, vinyl windows & the list goes on...walk to schools, conservation and Lake Ontario.$379,900Sutton Group Heritage Realty Inc., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated JULIA WARREN Sales Representative 416-690-2181 647-281-0452$225,000SAT. MAY 10, 2-4 PM 580 EYER DRIVE SUITE 69, PICKERING (WHITES/BAYLY) Beautifully updated townhouse condominium in a wonderfully treed community. Beautiful hardwood fl oors. New modern sisal carpeting on second fl oor for comfort under your feet! Bright kitchen, Three Bdrm, Two Bthrm, Full Bsmt. Two car parking underground right to your unit! Walk to the lake, commuter friendly location. Fantastic price- $ 225,000. LORI BUNYAN Sales Rep. 905-619-9500 4 BURNINGHAM CRES., AJAX PICKERING VILLAGE BEAUTY This is the one you’ve been waiting for!!! This lovely, spacious 4 bdrm home is located on a large 75x135 ft. lot on one of Pickering Village’s most desirable streets. Featuring gleaming wood fl oors, crown moulding & a totally renovated kitchen with pot drawers & custom mirror backsplash. This home also features a large living rm & diningrm w/o to the deck, main fl oor family rm with gas fi replace & fi nished bsmt. Come see for yourself, or call me for a private viewing, you won’t be disappointed!! Group Heritage Realty Inc., Brokerage SAT., MAY 10, 12-2 P.M. $379,900 (Church/Lincoln) OpenHouses ~ Opportunity is Knocking ~ view on-line at...view on-line at... www.homes.durhamregion.comwww.homes.durhamregion.com this Saturday and SundaySaturday and Sunday Attention Agents:Attention Agents: To advertise your Open House callTo advertise your Open House call 905.683.5110905.683.5110 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 9, 2008 PAGE 37 A/Pdurhamregion.com STEVE KOSTKA* 905- 839-7449 Rouge River Realty Ltd. Brokerage Call Steve Kostka NOW!! 905-839-7449 www.stevekostka.com 623 CHIRON CRES., PICKERING (Whites/Strouds) Fully Detached all brick home in Prime “Pickering Location” Gleaming “Hardwood Floors” thru-out, Quality Built Home By Chapman Homes!! Finished “L” shaped basement, Gas Fireplace, Central air, All appliances, **Complete “NEW ROOF”, Windows. Shows very well!! SATURDAY MAY 10, 2-4 P.M. $304 , 9 0 0 view on-line at... www.homes.durhamregion.comwww.homes.durhamregion.com OpenHouses this Saturday and SundaySaturday and Sunday ~Opportunityis~Opportunity is Knocking~ ~Opportunity is Knocking~ Listings continued from page 34 For more open houses see next page Just move in! Beautifully upgraded 3 bedroom home on quiet street. All new windows & broadloom (’07), upgraded Kitchen and Bathrooms (’08), Finished basement, & more! Beautifully Landscaped Front & Back Yards. Excellent location for commuters. Close to Schools, Park, Library, Community Centre & Public Transit. Must be seen. You won’t be disappointed! Call Jim for more details!!! Toll Free 1-877-640-0890.Sutton Group Town and Country Realty Ltd. Brokerage SAT. MAY 10, 2-4 P.M. 18 CARNELLY CRES, AJAX $279,900 JIM WALTERHOUSE SALES REPRESENTATIVE 905-862-2265 BRENDA SEYMOUR Sales Representative 905-619-9500 SAT. & SUN. MAY 10 & 11 2-4 P.M. 66 COVINGTON DRIVE, BROOKLIN DON’T MISS THIS ONE!!!! Immaculate Queensgate built 4 bedroom (2,100) sq ft) home in Brooklin’s Olde Winchester community. This warm and welcoming home features dark oak stairs with wrought iron pickets, stunnig kitchen, gas fi replace with marble hearth, spa-like ensuite, 9’ ceilings and gorgeous decor. Close to schools, shops, splash pad and minutes from numerous golf courses.MLS #E1368354. Visit www.BrendaSeymour.ca for more information$339,900Sutton Group Heritage Realty Inc., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated COTTAGE IN THE CITY Fabulous Pie-Shaped Lot with Stream and Owned Ravine that is almost 3/4 Acre. Ample table land for pool & more! Beautiful 3672 sq.ft. Executive Home with Walk-Out Basement located on a Quiet Court. Perfect Peaceful Setting in a Lovely & Convenient Area. SATURDAY MAY 10, 2-4 P.M. 866 BAYLAWN, PICKERING KATHY WEBSTER Sales Representative 905-683-2166 or 416-419-5500 Percy Fulton Limited Brokerage 400 LAKEBREEZE DR., NEWCASTLE Enjoy the million dollar view from this lakefront home! Spacious 4 bedroom home has all the bells & whistles including beautiful maple kitchen w/breakfast bar & slate backsplash, potlights galore, crown moulding, box paneling, hardwood fl oors, double car garage, main fl oor laundry, two wrap around porches plus lake views from almost every room! $579,900. KELLY MERCER Sales Representative 905-987-1033 OPEN HOUSE SAT. MAY 10TH 2-4PM Call DIANNE OXLEY Sales Representative 905-683-5000 or 1-888-413-0800 doxley@trebnet.com www.dianneoxley.com QUALITY ONE LTD., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated $329,900 Superb South Ajax location on a quiet, pref’d street. Rich, dark stained hardwood strip floors, reno’d kitchen & baths (2), 3+1 bedrooms, fin’d bsmt w/gas fireplace, dir garage access, c/air, hot tub & pergola, interlock patio & walkways, premium lot! MLS #E1366169. SUNDAY, MAY 11TH, 2-4PM 73 BRYANT RD., AJAX BILL MCLEAN Sales Representative SHANNON MCLEAN Sales Representative 905-831-3300 905-686-3330 www.sellingwithbill.com First Realty Ltd. Brokerage Absolutely stunning 4 level backsplit, bright breezeway w/skylights, hardwood throughout, spacious liv/din rms, modern kit w/eat-in breakfast O/L fam rm w/w/o to new deck & prof landscaped yard. Prof fi n bsmt, long list of upgrades. Come see for yourself. 929 ESSA CRES., PICKERING SATURDAY MAY 10 2-4 P.M. Outstanding custom designed home, nothing has been untouched! Bright kitchen w/maple cupboards, eat-in breakfast area w/w/o to prof landscaped yard. Formal din rm w/coffered ceilings, mn fl r laundry w/ custom enclosures, master w/custom 6 pc ensuite. Huge addition to make a 2 tiered offi ce w/custom furniture. Fin bsmt . Not to be missed. 2004 TRAILWOOD CRT, PICKERING SUNDAY MAY 11, 2-4 PM.OVER3000 SQ FT.DESI R A B L E WEST S H O R E MONICA GUERREIRO Sales Representative 416-286-3993 DESIRABLE SOUTH AJAX LOCATION! This impressive 3 bedroom home is close to the lake, parks, transit, schools and shopping. Updated Kitchen with smooth Corian counter tops, Hardwood floors, newly renovated bathrooms, and a finished basement done to perfection. Bring your family and friends! www.homeswithmonica.ca SAT. MAY 10, 2-4 PM 75 BRYANT RD, AJAX ROUGE RIVER Realty Ltd. Brokerage MATTHEW RASO Sales Representative 416-233-6276 416-997-6869 “ROUGE VALLEY” 3000+sq/ft in Prestigous West Pickering. Custom design/build mins to Rouge Park, schools, bus, shopping & 401. 4 Bedrooms, Hardwood floors/Plaster Mouldings throughout, Cathedral Ceilings, Sunfilled Windows, Fabulous Kitchen. Too many upgrades to list “ A Truly Magnificent Home” SAT MAY 10, 1-4 P.M. 124 PROHILL ST., PICKERING West Realty Group Independently Owned and Operated WOODVIEW AVE/SOUTH OF FINCH COLLEEN BROWN Broker 905-640-0888 1-877-640-0890 It has it all! Custom Wycliffe built 4000 sq ft, 4 bedrooms + library, 5 baths, hardwood floors, cornice mouldings, family room with gas fireplace, custom kitchen with granite counters. Walkout basement. 3 car garage. 1 3/4 acre picture perfect lot. Open House Saturday 1-3 pm 9 Oakview Place, Uxbridge Foxfire Estate $949,000Group Town & Country Realty Ltd., Brokerage MIKE ARNOLD Sales Representative 905-428-7677 Nice clean three bedroom bungalow located on a quiet street. Good size living room with bay window. Mostly hardwoods throughout, finished recreation room with wood stove. Lots of perennials. Come have a look. SUN MAY 11, 2-4 P.M. 29 MONTGOMERY AVE., BROOKLIN JUST LI S T E D 0RUDENTIAL !CHIEVERS 2EALTY "ROKERAGE Independently Owned and Operated affi liate of The Prudential Realtor Affi liates inc. $ 2 7 9 , 9 0 0 MARY NOAKES & HOLLY NOAKES Sales Representative 905-728-9414 Call MARY or HOLLY NOAKES for personal viewings & prompt professional ‘Ultimate Service’ 905-728-9414 or 1-877-663-1054 Ajax detached, 4 bedroom home set on a large lot. Finished top to bottom! Newer windows, updated 4 & 3 pc. baths... an awesome deal!! 46 SLATER CRES., AJAX SAT. MAY 10 , 2-4 P.M.$259,900JAMES PSIHOPEDAS Sales Representative 1-888-954-4100 416-443-0300 SAT. MAY 10 & SUN. MAY 11, 2-4 P.M. 810 LINDEN CRT., WHITBY (Rossland/Cochrane) Open concept, breathtaking front foyer w/cathedral ceiling. Huge kitchen w/pantry, gorgeous retreat in m/bedroom w/fi replace + custom oak offi ce. Interlocking brick walkways & patio.$349,900LOVELY NORTH WHITBY HOME ON QUIET CRT. Signature Realty Inc., Brokerage BETTY MURRAY Broker 905-717-6186 905-862-2265 Finished basement, gorgeously decorated home. Landscaped front & back, interlock walkways, interlock rear deck, 60'x135' lot with perennials, spacious 3 bedroom, built-ins, crown moulding, deluxe decor. Nothing to do but enjoy! 4 years new. MLS# N1338280. Open House Fri May 9, 3-5/Sat May 10, 10-12 29 Nelkydd Lane, Uxbridge $479,900Group Town & Country Realty Ltd., Brokerage 400 LAKEBREEZE DR., NEWCASTLE Enjoy the million dollar view from this lakefront home! Spacious 4 bedroom home has all the bells & whistles including beautiful maple kitchen w/breakfast bar & slate backsplash, potlights galore, crown moulding, box paneling, hardwood fl oors, double car garage, main fl oor laundry, two wrap around porches plus lake views from almost every room! $579,900. KELLY MERCER Sales Representative 905-987-1033 OPEN HOUSE SAT. MAY 10TH 2-4PM durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 38 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, May 9, 2008 © 2008 Volkswagen Canada. Based MSRP for 2008 Rabbit 3-door w/man. trans is $19,975. †Monthly payment is $219 with $1,890 down payment. $1,335 Freight/PDI included. Security deposit of $270, PPSA, license, insurance, options, admin./reg. fees, installation, applicable taxes and any dealer charges extra. First monthly payment may be due at lease inception. Total obligation of $12,402. 2.9% lease APR for 48 months valid on any new, in stock, 2008 Rabbit 3-door. Limited time lease offer available through Volkswagen Finance, on approved credit. $0.12/km over 80,000 km charged at lease end. Other lease end charges may apply. Supplies limited. Dealer may sell for less. Offer starting April 1st 2008 and may be withdrawn at any time without prior notice. See dealer for details. “Volkswagen”, the Volkswagen logo and “Rabbit” are registered trademarks of Volkswagen AG. Deal Available Only At Pickering Volkswagen Rabbit ABS, 4-Wheel Standard Airbags, Side, Front*Standard Airbags, Head (front & rear)Standard Seats, Front 6-wayadjusting driverseat (manual)Standard Seats, Front 4-wayadjusting passengerseat (manual)Standard Seats, Rearfolding split 60/40 Standard Steering Column, 4-wayadjustable Standard Steering, Powerspeed sensitive Standard Wheels, 15"Standard Windows, Powerwith pinch protection Standard AirConditioning, Manuallyoperated Standard Cruise Control Standard DoorLocks, Power Standard Mirrors, ExteriorHeated Standard Mirrors, ExteriorPower Standard Radio, AM/FM Standard In-Dash Single CD Standard Remote EntrySystem Standard SecuritySystem, Alarm Standard Tire, Full-Sized Spare Standard Windshield Wipers, Variable intermittent wiper Standard AuxiliaryInput Jack Standard Outside Temperature Gauge Standard Pollen Filter Standard Standard Standard 48 month/80,000 km limited bumper to bumper warrantee 4 year unlimited roadside assistance 503 Kingston Rd. 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