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Home My WebLink AboutNA2002_02_24BY MARTIN DERBYSHIRE Staff Writer PICKERING —Roger Ander- son rolled into Pickering Monday night, telling councillors when the Region accomplishes things, it’s thanks to teamwork. “Municipalities can’t tackle many issues on their own,” the Durham chairman told Pickering council in his annual address. “We must work together.” Mr. Anderson read a laundry list of current and future regional road improvement projects on the go in Pickering and assured council he would continue to work for infra- structure investment in the city. 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Ms. Ellis, a Toronto Police officer, was killed on the job Mon- day while riding in a police cruiser responding to a call. Thousands say goodbye Family, officers, others pay last respects to Durham woman, Toronto officer killed on the job BY MARTIN DERBYSHIRE Staff Writer PICKERING —Sadness and grief filled the air Friday morning as more than 5,000 police officers from across Ontario, Canada and the U.S. came to Pickering to lay to rest one of their own. Toronto Police Constable Laura Jean Ellis died in the line of duty Feb. 18 when the cruiser she was riding in crashed into a utility pole in Scarborough while responding to a possible break-and-enter call. Const. Ellis is survived by her husband Tim and their one-year-old daughter Paige. She had returned to work from maternity leave one month earlier and was reportedly on her last shift with the Toronto force anticipating a move to the Durham Regional Police Service, which would have been closer to the fami- ly’s Courtice home. Funeral services began at St. Isaac Jogues Catholic Church short- ly after 10 a.m. In his homily for Const. Ellis, Reverend Brad Massman painted the picture of a “bright young woman with a twinkle in her eye”, a loving mother and wife, dedicated to religion and her job. “Laura’s death also reminds us of how much we owe the men and women of her profession and fire- fighters and emergency medical personnel. Those who risk their lives each and every day to serve and protect us,” he said. “Her life was truly a gift that touched the hearts of many.” Toronto Police Chief Julian Fan- tino also spoke at the service, telling the thousands of friends, family, and colleagues the “family” of police from around the continent feels the pain of her loss. “She made the ultimate sacrifice coming to the aid of a stranger who asked for help,” he said. “Laura was a fine police officer and a credit to the police service. This is truly a tragic loss; we will miss her great- ly.” Fighting back tears, Chief Fanti- no said notifying Const. Ellis’s fam- ily of her death was his “most diffi- cult moment since becoming a po- lice officer. “My heart ached for them then and my heart goes out to them now.” Pickering City Councillor Bill McLean, a Toronto police officer for 31 years before his recent retire- ment, attended the service and said See WHEN page 4 Durham looks for assist Chairman calls for teamwork See FUTURE page 4 Prices are plus freight, air tax, admin., licence, fuel tax, P.S.T. & G.S.T.. Finance offers subject to GMAC approval, cash rebates apply to dealer. Finance example: $10,000 @ 0%= $277.77 a mo. for 36 mo., C.O.B. $0 for a total obligation of $10,000.00. 2.9% lease rate available up to 48 months walkaway lease, 20,000 km annual allowance, 12¢/km. on excess. O.A.C. used vehicles are plus( lic.),Taxes + admin. 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Tick- ets are $10 each. Call Justine Carlyle at 905-576-3011, ext. 302. BY STEPHEN SHAW Staff Writer PICKERING –Police have invoked a seldom- used section of the Crimi- nal Code in asking a court to impose harsh restric- tions on the movements of a high-risk sex offender currently living in south Pickering. According to an appli- cation filed with the On- tario Court of Justice in Oshawa, Durham Region- al Police have grounds to fear Herman Tausend- frende will commit a sexu- al offence against a person under 14 years. Under Section 810.1 of the Criminal Code, police are asking a judge to order the 47-year-old Park Cres- cent man into a 12-month recognizance that would include a variety of strin- gent terms that, if broken, would lead to his arrest. Currently, only one of- fender living in Durham is under such an order. “We have some con- cerns he is going to reof- fend and we are seeking the court’s help to effec- tively manage him and protect the community,” Sergeant Paul Malik, po- lice spokesman, said when asked about the request. Mr. Tausendfrende has prior convictions for break-and-enter, sexual offences against boys, trespassing at night and possessing child pornog- raphy. Originally from Thun- der Bay, he was sentenced in 1997 to 18 months in jail and three years’proba- tion for child porn, tres- passing and breach of pro- bation. He moved to Pickering upon his release and was on conditions as part of his probation, which ex- pired in June 2001. Al- though he hasn’t re-of- fended, police want him placed under terms similar to his expired probation. 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As a former police officer “I can re- late to what the family is going through.” Debbie Smith was born and raised in Pickering; she was a Toronto police offi- cer for 13 years and now works with South Simcoe Police, just south of Bar- rie. She is also a mother herself to a young daughter and came to Pickering Friday with a large contingent of South Simcoe officers to pay their respects. “When an officer dies it’s a situation that affects everybody. It doesn’t matter whether you know her or not, you can put yourself in that situation,” she said. “We all do the same job. We put our lives on the line every day.” Const. Ellis’s family has a long histo- ry with Durham police. Eleanor Sharp, her mother, worked for more than 20 years for the Durham Regional Police Association as its exec- utive assistant until becoming seriously ill more than a year ago and going on long-term disability. Association president Terry Ryan, who has known the family since Const. Ellis was a child, said he was “severely shaken” by the news of her death and visited with the family Monday after hearing about the tragedy. “She was just a super, thoughtful per- son, a great cop and well respected,” said Mr. Ryan. Following Friday’s ceremony, police on motorcycle and horseback led the fu- neral procession east on Finch Avenue to Brock Road while the Toronto Police Service Pipe Band played and hundreds looked on. A wake was held in Const. Ellis’s memory at the Metro East Trade Centre immediately following. — With files from Stephen Shaw P PAGE 4 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, February 24, 2002 When an officer dies ‘it affects everybody’ A.J. GROEN/ News Advertiser photo Pallbearers carry Laura Ellis’s casket from the church following her funeral service. WHEN from page 1 Future looks bright FUTURE from page 1 facing issues like the development of the provincial- ly held Seaton lands and the building of a re- gional reliever airport on federal- ly owned lands, both in north Pickering. “There are some hurdles, but the future of Durham looks very bright,” he added. “With things like Seaton, the Pick- ering airport, the expansion of (Hwy.) 407, and the new Universi- ty of Ontario In- stitute of Technol- ogy, it’s the be- ginning of a great new year and ITER (the experi- mental fusion re- actor that may be awarded to Clar- ington later this year) will be the icing on the cake.” As far as chal- lenges, Mr. An- derson said a con- tinued focus on social housing is important since homelessness has become “a grow- ing problem” here in Durham, and the Province’s new ‘Smart Growth’ panel is something the Region “must monitor carefully in the future”. 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Would that more of us could accept a tolerance that does not deny the inherent need for faith in us, but which encourages the open dialogue among faiths of which Mr. Belgrave wrote. I wish to encourage you to print more opinion shaper columns that share his positive approach to living together in so culturally diverse a nation. 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The News Advertiser is a member of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Trade, Ontario Community Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Commu- nity Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Circulations Audit Board and the On- tario Press Council. The publisher reserves the right to classify or refuse any advertisement. Credit for advertisement limited to space price error occu- pies. Editorial and Adver- tising content of the News Advertiser is copyrighted. Unauthorized reproduc- tion is prohibited. Editorial &OPINIONS NEWS ADVERTISER FEBRUARY 24, 2002 Talk of Durham Region passing a bylaw to prohibit smoking in all pub- lic places has some residents breath- ing fire — and with good reason. Just recently, five people, at ran- dom, were asked by this reporter what they thought of the Region’s sugges- tion to go smoke-free: four out of five said ‘No’— including an elderly man who said he was against smoking but still against a ban. His argument is smokers have rights too. If there are places for non- smokers to go, why shouldn’t there be places for smokers as well? He said people who don’t smoke shouldn’t have the right to enforce their beliefs on others. Although I am ashamed to admit it, I am a dirty smoker. I totally under- stand the concerns expressed by non- smokers regarding second-hand smoke: it makes you sick, you taste it in your food, and it is bad for your health. But isn’t the attempt to create a re- gion-wide bylaw just another step to- ward banning cigarettes completely? Every year for decades now more and more restrictions on smoking in pub- lic places have been brought into law. We’ve had a ban on advertising and sponsorship of events by tobacco companies. We’ve had an education blitz that has attempted — and largely failed — to stop teens from smoking. What we’ve seen is a hypocritical government that points its finger at the public and preaches about the horrors of smoking but gladly rakes in many millions in tax dollars. If municipalities are so hard core about the ill effects of cancer sticks, why not ban them totally? Round smokers up and exile them to ‘Quit Camp’. Create Smokers Anonymous and force the dragons to attend. That way, all the smokers will be reborn into a non-smoking world and restau- rants and bars wouldn’t take a loss in business because smokers would cease to exist. But that day isn’t coming soon. Recent surveys show about 25 per cent of Canadians still smoke. The number has steadily dropped over the years but it is still very significant and an integral part of the restaurant and bar industry’s clientele. If it is a restaurant’s choice to go non-smoking, fine. However, the Re- gion does not own all bars and restau- rants. Businessmen and women whose livelihoods may depend on the ‘smoking trade’are the ones who will suffer under an enforced ban. Until we have an entirely smoke- free world, let’s allow business own- ers to decide how they want to oper- ate. LETTERS POLICY All letters should be typed or neatly hand-written, 150 words. Each letter must be signed with a first and last name or two initials and a last name. Please include a phone number for verification. The editor reserves the right to edit copy for style, length and content. Opinions expressed in letters are those of the writer and not necessarily those of the News Advertiser. We regret that due to the volume of letters, not all will be printed. Editorial e-mail responses to shouston@durhamregion.com Letters to the editor e-mail responses to shouston@durhamregion.com Business owners can make their own decisions Ongoing talk of butt ban just not realistic in a world still filled with many smokers Journalists voted Canada the coolest country at the Winter Olympics. Of course, this was just before Wayne, ‘Am I hot? Yah, I’m hot’ Gretzky went on a rant about how our interna- tional hockey rivals “hate us.” We’re usually the also-rans, not just in sports but also in most other aspects of world affairs. That’s not the case at Salt Lake City, though. How strange it was to see Jamie Salé and David Pelletier, who finally received the gold medal they so justly deserved in pairs figure skating, on the cover of U.S. newsmagazines ‘Time’ and ‘Newsweek’. The photogenic couple, who handled the entire judging controversy with style and grace, became the story of these Olympics. It was also gratifying to see Canada speak up and demand justice - and actually get it for once. We’re the fashion leaders with our much-admired warm-up outfits by Roots, so envied by other countries the U.S. and Great Britain teams chose to follow suit. Our underdog women’s hockey team defied the odds and atrocious refereeing to win the gold medal, beating the home country in front of a partisan crowd. Catriona Le May Doan, who was the overwhelming favourite in her long-track speed-skating event, did not disap- point and came through with gold. Our CBC wall-to-wall coverage featuring brilliant hosts Brian Williams, Ron MacLean and Terry Liebel and a crack team of experts, including Durham natives Barbara Underhill (figure skating) and Ron Richards (ski jumping) is admired around the world. In Olympics after Olympics, Americans clamour to watch CBC if they can, confident our analysts can beat their U.S. crew any day of the week. Some of our athletes have not met the expectations they set for themselves but that is typical of every Olympics. We’re sure our athletes gave their very best and isn’t that what the Games are all about? And today, on the final day of competition, it could not end any better. Our men’s hockey team, after a sluggish and wor- risome start, has caught fire and is ready to battle for gold. A sports event which will probably draw the biggest-ever TV rat- ing in Canadian history, the battle for gold in men’s hockey should be a game for the ages. Whether we win or lose, the battle to be the best is a noble pursuit that we can all admire. Forget the medal haul. These have been Canada’s Olympics. Wow, what an Olympics! Forget the medal count, Canada was centre stage at Salt Lake City Crystal Crimi Staff Writer shouston@durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, February 24, 2002 PAGE 7 A/P BY MARTIN DERBYSHIRE Staff Writer DURHAM — It’s been more than five months since the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11 sent shock waves throughout North America and the world. There was an immediate impact on how we all feel about safety and security in the skies after two commercial airliners crashed into the World Trade Center’s twin towers in New York City, a third into the Pentagon in Washington, and a fourth was forced down in rural Pennsylvania. Here in Canada, planes were grounded, and although only for a short time, it was long enough to have an effect on the delicate com- mercial airline industry. We watched hundreds of Canadians abroad scramble to make alternative plans for returning home and eventually saw Canada 3000 crumble under the pressure of a chang- ing climate in the travel industry. As the days and weeks went by, stories were told of empty planes and airports that re- sembled ghost towns, leading to lost revenues. In addition, the far-reaching effects of an eco- nomic downturn hit the tourism industry, in Canada and abroad, the hardest. Now, more than five months later, with one plastic-explosive-soled shoe aside, the air- ways have been mostly terror free. For many Canadians, the questions about safety and security remain and not all are comfortable getting back on the planes. How- ever, reports now indicate the Canadian tourism industry is showing signs of recovery. The Canadian Tourism Commission’s (CTC) Tourism Intelligence Bulletin, launched in late 2001 to feed information to the industry following the attacks, reports travel is recovering amid subsiding fears about further threats. And, while the CTC suggests a weak econ- omy, rather than fear, is the most significant deterrent to the industry’s recovery, people are also choosing to take the train, the bus or their cars rather than fly. “While on the whole, North Americans seem willing to travel again, the state of the economy has now become the greatest im- pediment to travellers,” said Scott Meis, direc- tor of research of the CTC. “Less expensive getaways, closer to home, are becoming the preferred travel option, especially domestic and shorter-haul trips by train, bus or car. More people are returning to the skies, but passenger volumes are still dramatically off from last year.” Jeff Kerr, owner of the Kerr Bus Lines tour company just south of Port Perry, said the CTC is right: people are hopping back on the buses, seeing them as a terror-free travel op- tion. He said Kerr saw an immediate drop in American travel destinations following Sept. 11, but that has since turned around. In addi- tion, he finds there is a definite interest in the service from people who may not have chosen the bus in the past. “We definitely had an immediate drop-off for all our U.S. stuff, some of the charters were cancelled,” he said. “But, people are coming in and asking questions about bus tours, those that otherwise may have flown and say they’re not flying again.” He said following the initial dip in trav- ellers, they were sold out again by late fall. “Nobody’s too worried about terrorism now, it’s just the value of the dollar they’re concerned about... the biggest problem is the dollar and the cost of health insurance,” he added. “The drop in business didn’t kill us and we made up for it later in the year, but this is a tricky business. What’s going to happen this year? We still have to see.” Last November, Via Rail unveiled its $250,000 revitalization of its Oshawa station on Bloor Street. The work gave the building, constructed in 1968, a complete makeover. Along with a new peaked roof and tower reminiscent of classic railway buildings of the past, the improvements to the station also in- clude new seating, new ticket counters, air conditioning, improved washrooms, and new doors to improve access for disabled passen- gers. An average of 14 Via trains stop in Oshawa on a daily basis and more than 1.3 million Via and GO Transit passengers use the station an- nually. Via also reports a renewed interest in rid- ing the rails. “Following the events of September 11, and the temporary shutdown of air traffic,Via responded to an immediate and dramatic in- crease in demand for passenger rail services,” explained Marc LeFrançois, Via’s president and chief executive officer. “Over the first week,Via carried up to 40-per cent more pas- sengers in central and western Canada, and up to 70-per cent more in Atlantic Canada.” And, Mr. LeFrançois said the good news continues. “While traffic has declined from these extraordinary peaks, demand remains well above the company’s pre-Sept. 11 pro- jections, which were already aggressive in comparison to the industry as a whole,” he said. “In the Quebec City-Windsor corridor (which includes Oshawa), demand remains strong, with ridership stabilizing at levels 15- to 20-per cent higher than last year.” Meanwhile, Mr. Kerr noted an interest in bus tours heading to Canadian destinations picked up when demand for U.S. vacations fell off, another fact supported by CTC statis- tics. According to a Canadian travel intentions survey conducted last December, 38 per cent of Canadians intend to take a vacation within the next six months. Of those Canadians plan- ning a winter or spring trip, 56 per cent indi- cated they will take a domestic vacation, up from 51 per cent in October. “Recovery for the tourism sector is moving faster in some areas than in others. In the short term, Canada’s domestic travel market is where the greatest opportunities reside,” said Jim Watson, president and chief executive of- ficer of the CTC. “Whether it’s driving to a ski resort, a weekend getaway or visiting friends, more Canadians are deciding to vacation here at home this year, helping at least partially to offset a slow recovery and continuing declines in other areas.” Also, a recent U.S. travel study reported U.S. residents are now turning their attention north. “Americans now view Canada as a safe international destination,” said Mr. Meis. “We are starting to see the impact of redirected de- mand in terms of bookings for travel to Cana- da, particularly for short-haul leisure trips.” A third report, the CTC international trav- el forecast (winter 2001 update), predicts a slight rebound for the remainder of 2002. “We expect to see a recovery in the United States and an expansion in existing leisure travel,” stated Mr. Meis. “But the combination of economic conditions and continuing fear of air travel will have an impact on how Canadi- ans travel and where, and it will make domes- tic tourism a more attractive option to many Canadians.” Most of those same sentiments are being echoed here in Durham. Micky Jovkovic, owner of the Advantage Uxbridge Travel Centre, an Uxbridge agency catering to customers in Durham and other parts of the Greater Toronto Area, said al- though they felt an immediate crunch follow- ing Sept. 11, things are turning around quick- ly. “We did lose a lot of money,” he said. Im- mediately after Sept. 11 “we worked at saving a lot of people’s vacations and rescuing them from destinations around the world... We had people stuck in the Caribbean and other parts of North America with no way to get back home.” And, those were just the immediate effects. Mr. Jovkovic said in the first month fol- lowing the attacks there were a lot of people cancelling flights for fear of more terrorism. “There were quite a few cancellations,” he said. “People didn’t want to fly, about 90 per cent of those that would have normally flown waited, after the first month that was cut to 30 to 45 per cent, then 10 per cent, and now those that should have gone are going.” In fact, Mr. Jovkovic said business is 10- to 15-per cent higher than normal because peo- ple who held off on vacations or visits to friends and family are flying the friendly skies once again this January and February. “We’re making up for the loss of business, “ he said. “Sept. 11, it’s over... it’s a fait ac- compli.” JASON LIEBREGTS/ News Advertiser photo Jeff Kerr, owner of the Kerr Bus Lines tour company south of Port Perry, said the travel industry has undergone a number of changes following the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. From his standpoint, more people are now hopping on the bus. Pains, trains and automobiles Travel industry finds it’s a whole new world of business following Sept. 11 BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer DURHAM — Choices set the course of our lives and may require a lot of thought. However, family, friends and mentors are there to help you make good ones, local students heard Wednesday in Whitby. Grade 7 and 8 students from schools in Bow- manville, Oshawa and Pick- ering attended a ‘Choice is yours’ conference at the Durham District School Board’s Education Centre. Choice is yours is one of seven programs in the ‘To- gether we light the way’ model, a pilot project that in- volves the entire community helping youngsters build self- esteem, respect and responsi- bility. Students heard first-hand about the importance of mak- ing good choices from two speakers. Soon after his birth, Kariym Joachim, a Grade 9 student at Dunbarton High School in Pickering, was di- agnosed with a genetic disor- der called Treacher Collins syndrome. Kariym’s physical challenges include severe hearing loss and a doctor told his parents he would never speak, but they rejected that assessment and were deter- mined he would. “An example of this hap- pened when I was two years old,” Kariym told students. “One day I pointed to the re- frigerator for milk. My mom said to me, ‘you’re not get- ting any milk out of this fridge unless you say milk, milk’.” His mother was not satis- fied with “mmm mmm”, his attempt to say the word, until in anger Kariym shouted “milk”. He told students how he had to deal with fellow stu- dents staring at and teasing him, and how he made the choice to remain positive and do well in school. Step by step, Kariym re- layed how his confidence in- creased when he made tough choices, like entering a speech contest in Grade 5 for the deaf and hard of hearing. He entered again the follow- ing year and was surprised to win a $250 gift certificate. “The choice to enter these contests has really helped me become a better public speak- er and not to be afraid to take on a larger audience,” Kariym said. “I sometimes wonder, if I made a different choice, would I be here speaking to you today.” He plans to become an ear, nose and throat doctor. “I was very surprised with his optimism,” said Garima Talwar, a Grade 8 student at Pickering’s Parkside Public School, moments after Kariym spoke. “He just takes a negative and changes it into a positive. He’s just a year older than me and I’m sur- prised with his maturity.” Speaking about the diffi- culty of making some choic- es, and how apprehension can make them seem even harder, Garima noted Kariym’s advice to focus on all the available options. Laura Harris, a Grade 8 student at Dr. Ross Tilley Public School in Bow- manville, could relate to Kariym’s desire to become a doctor. She has a congenital heart disease and estimates she has been to the Hospital for Sick Children 100 times. It has spurred her interest in becoming a cardiologist. “I’m going to have a lot of things to overcome if I want to do that,” Laura said, noting Kariym’s speech “kind of gives you a little more confi- dence”. The second speaker, Aubrey Bryce, told students he was a 16-year-old living in Guyana when one day he was taking a bus to visit a friend and saw a sticker. “It said, Mexico ‘68 on it,” said Mr. Bryce, explaining it referred to the 1968 Summer Olympics in Mexico City, then a year-and-a-half away. A cycling enthusiast and junior who had never com- peted for his country, he boldly told his friend he was going to compete in the Olympics. “He didn’t believe me, but I made a choice, I was going to go there,” Mr. Bryce said. He made it to the Olympics with a lot of hard work and said going “brought a lot of structure to my life. “When you make choices, you always want to make a good choice. And a lot of times when we are children, we really don’t have enough information on our own to make good choices.” He advised students to seek the support and counsel of people they trust. More recently, Mr. Bryce made the tough decision to leave a high-paying position at General Electric to follow his dream of being a coach of multi-sport athletes. “Money is not the only currency of success,” he told students,emphasizing family, friends and good health are important. Garima almost stumped Mr. Bryce with a tough ques- tion. “You seem to have a lot of control in your life,” she said. “Have you ever not been in control and what did you do to change that?” Mr. Bryce replied, “If you decide what you want to do, you have chosen to do it.” A/P PAGE 8 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, February 24, 2002 Choices laid out for Durham students Pickering teen and former Olympian proof determination, goals the keys to success in life despite any or all obstacles Garima Talwar, a student at Pickering’s Parkside Public School, talks with Aubrey Bryce, one of the inspirational speakers recently on hand for a ‘Choice is your’s’con- ference at the Durham District School Board. 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Most people know they have to change certain habits, but lack the willpower. In the case of weight loss, so many contradicting diets such as high protein, high carbohydrates, no fat and so on, are actually harmful to your health. “All other methods are just treating the symptoms,” says Rudy. “Hypnosis helps to create changes in the core of the mind where changes need to occur to be natural, spontaneous and permanent.” Our minds work on two levels, con- scious and subconscious. We make deci- sions think and act with our conscious mind. Our subconscious controls our habits. When we are hypnotized the con- scious mind is relaxed and the subcon- scious becomes more aware. Positive sug- gestions by the hypnotist are readily accepted in this altered state. This is a similar state to the period we go through just before falling asleep and upon awakening in the morning. Hypnosis is 100 per cent safe. 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The Gates of Pickering Plaza 300 Kingston Rd. Unit #13 Pickering, ON L1V 6Z9 (905) 509-1333 Services Provided at RRCC – Chiropractic Adjustments – Acupuncture – Registered Massage Therapy – Custom Foot Orthotics – Active Release Therapy – Therapeutic Modalities: Laser, Ultrasound, IFC – Exercise Prescription – Sports Injuries – Motor Vehicle Accidents/Workers Compensation Cases Located At Altona & Kingston Rd. (HWY 2) Dr. Raymond Lee, D.C. Chiropractor, Acupuncturist Dr. Karl Yap-Sam, B.P.E., B.Ed., D.C. Chiropractor, Acupuncturist, ART Laura Darroch, B.Kin., RMT Registered Massage Therapist CHIROPRACTIC R O U G E R I V E R ºDURHAM — Once upon a time, people told sto- ries. With that in mind, the Durham Folklore Society wants to help schools show students the oral tradition still exists today. The society is providing all schools in the region and any other interested organi- zations with its 2002 directo- ry of storytellers. The booklet offers a brief biography of members who are accepting bookings and their contact address and phone number for class or group functions. The society is an umbrel- la forum for storytellers and those interested in learning about it. Members meet the fourth Thursday of each month at the Lovin’ Oven, 65 King St. W. in Oshawa. They share stories and prac- tice telling tales of culture, legends, family and more for people of all ages and walks of life. New members are al- ways welcome. The group’s motto is ‘come listen, come tell’. Sto- rytellers are looking ahead to a Celtic celebration with sto- rytelling, music and song to welcome spring. The event is March 16 at 8 p.m. in Town Hall 1873 on Queen and Simcoe streets in Port Perry. For more information, phone artistic director Dianne Chandler at 905-985-3424. For a directory or more information about the soci- ety, call Heather Whaley at 905-668-2174. NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, February 24, 2002 PAGE 11 A/P Durham group has plenty of stories to tell AJAX —Help support the Kidney Foundation of Canada this week while getting great deals from local businesses. Until Thursday, Feb. 28, selected elementary and high schools in Ajax are selling ‘The Durham Region Shopping and Savings Book’. Proceeds from the coupon book go towards Kidney Founda- tion of Canada services. The book includes two- for-one dinner deals, free rounds of golf, savings on home decor, and chil- dren’s activities. There is also an A to Z address book and a 2002 events calendar of Durham Re- gion. The price is $20, in- cluding tax. Call Sheila Degerdon at 905-665- 6600 for more informa- tion or to obtain a copy. Book some deals, help Kidney Foundation BLOOMINGTON GOODWOOD “Pucks For Bucks” every day in February at the Great Blue Heron Charity Casino. Six exciting draws each day. You could win fabulous cash prizes. On Mondays and Tuesdays it all adds up, as you get an extra shot on goal. SCORE BIG at the Great Blue Heron Charity Casino! For more information, visit the Great Blue Heron Charity Casino or call 1-888-29 HERON. YOU SHOOT.......YOU WIN! For contest rules and regulations, or for information on how to enter, visit our Rapid Rewards Players Club Centre. No purchase necessary. Must be 19 years of age or older. License #C000010. BAAGWATING COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION. Ontario Problem Gambling Helpline – 1-888-230-3505 SPECIALSALE Carrier of The Week If you did not receive your News Advertiser or flyers call Circulation at 683-5117. Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 - 7:30 Sat. 9 - 4:30, Sun. 10 - 1 Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. For information on delivering your advertising flyers, call DUNCAN FLETCHER at 683-5110. IN TODAY’S News Advertiser ADVERTISING FLYERS BARGAINS Sunday, February 24, 2002 News Advertiser Jessica Sunday’s Carrier of the Week is Jessica. Jessica enjoys volleyball. She will receive a dinner for 4 voucher compliments of McDonald’s. Congratulations Jessica, for being our Carrier of the Week. Walmart, 270 Kingston Rd. E., Ajax Walmart, 1899 Brock Rd. N., Pick. 135 Kingston Rd., Ajax 222 Bayly St. W., Ajax 1360 Kingston Rd., Pick. * Delivered to selected households only * A.O.L. Desk Ajax/Pickering * Fairport Guardian Drugs Pickering * Glenanna Guardian Drugs Pickering * No Frills Ajax/Pickering * Sun Win Chinese Restaurant Pickering * The Bay Ajax/Pick * Westney Guardian Drugs Ajax Altona Forest Public Meeting The draft Altona Forest Trail Development and Management Plan forms an implementation component of the approved Altona Forest Environmental Management Plan (1996). The trial study provides a detailed plan to guide the development and management of trails, access points and related features within the forest. The meeting will include: • Altona Forest Overview Presentation • Altona Forest Draft Trail Plan Presentation • Altona Forest Stewardship Committee Presentation Date: Wednesday, February 27, 2002 Time: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Location: St. Elizabeth Seton School (auditorium) 490 Stroud Lane Pickering, Ontario If you would like to be kept informed of the public consultation process, provide input into the trail plan or be provided updates on the trail development, please call Mike Bender at (416) 661-6600, ext. 5287 or email: mbender@trca.on.ca. A/P PAGE 12 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, February 24, 2002 Off-duty officer guilty of careless driving in death BY STEPHEN SHAW Staff Writer DURHAM — A Durham Regional Police constable has pleaded guilty to careless driving in an off-duty collision that left a five-year-old boy dead. Scott Airey, 26, a patrol officer work- ing out of Oshawa’s 17 Division, en- tered the plea to the Highway Traffic Act offence during an emotional hear- ing in a Lindsay courtroom Friday. Evan Huntington, grandson of for- mer Scugog public school board trustee Bobbie Drew, was killed Sept. 22, 2001 when the station wagon driven by his aunt, Janice Huntington, 49, of Port Perry, was rear-ended by the officer’s Ford pickup truck on Kawartha Lakes Road 57, west of Janetville Road. Court heard the station wagon was turning into a driveway when it was struck from behind by the officer’s pick- up, which was travelling at a speed of about 100 km/h. The car’s turn signal was activated and it was at a near stop. Evan, in senior kindergarten at Grandview Public School in Bethany, was in a rear-facing seat. Despite wear- ing his seat-belt, he was thrown from the car. The family was on its way to the Lindsay Fair and was stopping to collect another relative at the time. The other occupants of the station wagon, includ- ing Evan’s 10-year-old sister, Brittanee, his grandmother Lois Huntington, and a cousin, Jeremy Wilcox, suffered various minor injuries. Under a joint sentence proposal made by the Crown and defence, Const. Airey would receive a $1,000 fine and one year’s probation. The proposed terms of probation in- clude a ban on driving except while working as a police officer, performing 50 hours community service, attending 25 hours of counselling and participat- ing in a “restorative justice meeting” with Evan’s family members. The exceptions to the driving ban also include travelling to and from work. Justice of the Peace Adele Romagno- li will hand down sentence April 5. Const. Airey is still on active duty. Const. Airey, a Durham police offi- cer for 18 months, was described as being emotionally devastated by the collision. He did not address the court during the hearing, attended by Evan’s parents and other family members. Instead, he has agreed to meet with the boy’s relatives in person, said prose- cutor Andrew Fordham, to allow both sides the opportunity to express their feelings. “There is the belief he is extremely genuinely remorseful,” said Mr. Ford- ham, adding there were many tears in the courtroom during the hearing, which included the reading of victim impact statements by Evan’s relatives. “It (the guilty plea) was a very emo- tional and tearful moment for all. This is a huge tragedy for everyone involved.”Please recycle this paper ITER ITER - International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor. The world is in dire need of cleaner, safer, more affordable energy - and an important solution may be “fusion research”, which is the purpose of ITER. 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Sheets Flat Only While Supplies Last $$22 9999 Any Size Only NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, February 24, 2002 PAGE 13 A/P 5-Year or 100,000 km Powertrain Warranty •2.2 Litre 115-HP Engine • 5-Speed Getrag Transmission •4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes • PASSLock Theft-Deterrent System • Electric Trunk Release • Dual Front Air Bags • Rear Spoiler (on Coupes only) 3.4 Litre 185-HP V6 Engine • 4-Speed Automatic Transmission • 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes • Air Conditioning •Standard Integral Child Seat • Power Locks and Tilt-Wheel •AM/FM Stereo with CD • Dual Sliding Doors • 7-Passenger Seating with Flip-and-Fold Removable Seats • Canada’s Best Fuel Economy 4.2 Litre 270-HP Vortec In-line 6-Cylinder Engine •4-Speed Automatic Transmission • Dual-Zone Air Conditioning • Autotrac Automatic AWD • Locking Differential • Side Impact Air Bags • 16" Aluminum Wheels • Power Locks/Windows/Heated Mirrors •Independent Front Suspension • 5-Link Rear Suspension • HD Trailering Equipment CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LS 4x4 CASH PURCHASE PRICEDRIVE AWAY WITHOUT PAYING** $226* INCLUDES FREIGHT per mo./ 48 mo. **Administration fees and certain taxes may apply. or $0 Down Payment $0 1st Lease Payment $0 Security Deposit CHEVROLET CAVALIER VL COUPE OR SEDAN $12,498▼ EXCLUDES FREIGHT 3.1 Litre 170-HP V6 Engine • 4-Speed Automatic Transmission •Air Conditioning • 60/40 Split-Folding Rear Seats •4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes • Cruise Control • Remote Keyless Entry • AM/FM Stereo with CD • Power Door locks with Lockout Feature • Battery Run-Down Protection • PASSLock II Theft-Deterrent System • Stainless Steel Exhaust System •Power Windows/Mirrors CASH PURCHASE PRICESMARTLEASE $248*per mo./48 mo. $2,675 Down Payment PLUS Freight & Security Deposit or CHEVROLET MALIBU $19,998▼ EXCLUDES FREIGHT CASH PURCHASE PRICESMARTLEASE $238*per mo./48 mo. $3,720 Down Payment PLUS Freight & Security Deposit or CHEVROLET VENTURE VALUE VAN $22,498▼ EXCLUDES FREIGHT 5-Year or 100,000 km Powertrain Warranty •2.2 Litre DOHC All-New Ecotec Engine • Automatic Transmission with Enhanced Traction Control • Air Conditioning • AM/FM Stereo CD with 6-Speaker System •Cruise Control • Power Driver’s Seat • 4-Wheel Disc Brakes with ABS • And More CASH PURCHASE PRICEDRIVE AWAY WITHOUT PAYING** $314* INCLUDES FREIGHT per mo./ 48 mo. **Administration fees and certain taxes may apply. or $0 Down Payment $0 1st Lease Payment $0 Security Deposit ALERO GX SEDAN BY OLDSMOBILE $19,998▼ EXCLUDES FREIGHT The most fuel efficient van in its class▲ FIVE STAR SAFETY RATING. Chevrolet Venture has been awarded 5-Stars (the top safety rating) for frontal occupants in side-impact testing.∆ ✩✩✩✩✩ FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY, AT YOUR LOCAL CHEVROLET • OLDSMOBILE DEALER. FOR THE LATEST INFORMATION VISIT US AT gmcanada.com DROP BY YOUR LOCAL CHEVROLET • OLDSMOBILE DEALER, OR CALL US AT 1-800-GM-DRIVE. **For 2002 Cavalier and 2002 Alero only, General Motors will pay first month’s lease payment (including PST/GST as applicable) plus security deposit and PPSA. Freight of $795/$845 (Cavalier/Alero) included. Other lease options available.“Drive Away Lease”offer does not apply to purchase financing offer.*Based on a 2.9%/3.4%/3.4%/1.9%/5.4%/6.4% annual lease rate, 48/48/48/48/48/36-month term for Cavalier VL Coupe/Sedan R7A/Alero GX Sedan R7A/Malibu R7C/Venture Value Van R7A/TrailBlazer R7C/Silverado Ext. R7J. $0.12/km charge over 60,000/80,000km for 36/48 months. Option to purchase at lease end is $5,881/$5,659/$9,446/$9,934/$10,516/ $17,357/$16,973 (Cavalier VL Coupe/Sedan R7A/Alero GX Sedan R7A/Malibu R7C/Venture Value Van R7A/TrailBlazer R7C/Silverado Ext.R7J) plus applicable taxes. Other lease options available. ‡Financing on approved GMAC credit only. Example: $10,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $277.78 for 36 months. Cost of borrowing is $0.Total Obligation is $10,000. Down payment and/or trade may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade.▼The SMARTLEASE monthly payment and the GMAC purchase finance rate are not available with and are not calculated on the “Cash Purchase” price as shown.The difference between the price for the SMARTLEASE/GMAC Purchase Finance offer and the “Cash Purchase” offer is deemed under provincial disclosure laws to be a cost of borrowing, whether or not the same represents actual interest and is required to be expressed as an annual percentage rate of 9.91%/4.76%/7.81%/5.61%/1.79%/4.61% (Cavalier VL Coupe/Sedan R7A/Alero GX Sedan R7A/Malibu R7C/Venture Value Van R7A/TrailBlazer R7C/Silverado Ext. R7J). *‡▼Offers apply as indicated to new or demonstrator 2002 models of Cavalier VL Coupe/Sedan R7A/Alero GX Sedan R7A/Malibu R7C/Venture Value Van R7A/TrailBlazer R7C/Silverado Ext. R7J equipped as described. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in the Ontario Chevrolet Oldsmobile Dealer Marketing Association area only (including Outaouais and excluding Northwestern Ontario). Dealer order or trade may be necessary. Limited time offer that may not be combined with other offers. Lease and purchase offers do not include freight ($845/$995/$875/$1,000 for Malibu R7C/Venture Value Van R7A/TrailBlazer R7C/Silverado Ext. R7J), licence, insurance or taxes. Dealers are free to set individual prices.∆Tests conducted by the US National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).▲Best in class.Based on Transport Canada Fuel Economy Ratings.†Offer applies only to vehicles delivered on or before April 1, 2002.Offer avail- able on approved GMAC purchase financing up to 60 months (or only up to 36 months when combined with 0% purchase financing offer). †Don’t pay for 3 months offer does not apply to 2001 model vehicles, 2002 Corvette, Full size vans-cargo/cutaway, Silverado Reg. and Ext. 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(GENERAL MOTORS PAYS THE INTEREST)† NO DOWN PAYMENT NO PAYMENTS NO INTEREST PLUS Vo rtec 4800 270-HP V8 Engine • 4-Speed Automatic Transmission with Overdrive and Tow/Haul Mode • 4-Wheel Disc & 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Braking system • 40/20/40 Split-Front Seat with Custom Cloth Trim • Air Conditioning with Interior Air Filtration System • AM/FM Stereo with CD • Chrome Grille • Full Instrumentation including: Tachometer, Engine Hourmeter and Driver Message Centre • Deep-Tinted Glass CASH PURCHASE PRICESMARTLEASE $358*per mo./36 mo. $3,720 Down Payment PLUS Freight & Security Deposit CHEVY SILVERADO EXTENDED CAB $27,498▼ EXCLUDES FREIGHT or CASH PURCHASE PRICESMARTLEASE $478*per mo./48 mo. $2,300 Down Payment PLUS Freight & Security Deposit or $35,998▼ EXCLUDES FREIGHT A/P PAGE 14 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, February 24, 2002 Want to know what’s happening in Pickering? BE INFORMED! Check Wednesday’s paper each week for complete details F O C U S O N B U S I N E S S P I C K E R I N G ADVERTISING FEATURE THREE BEARS AUTO BODY “ONE OF DURHAM’S LARGEST AUTO BODY & COLLISION SHOPS” “Serving The Durham Region” Free Estimates! UNIT #20B, 282 MONARCH AVE., AJAX (905) 619-2327 $200$ $Offer expires February 28, 2002 Towards Insurance Deductible (with this ad) *Some restrictions apply. Ask for details. $ $ Insurance Claims *Coupon must be presented prior to work being started Wayne Hutchinson 696 King St. W. Oshawa, ON (905) 579-2222 1-888-576-8575 DURHAM WINDOWS & DOORS SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION Complete selection of Vinyl Windows & Doors Picture Windows Bay & Bow Windows Patio Doors • Casement Windows MOBILE SHOWROOM 221 Westney Rd. S. Unit C, Ajax, ON, L1S 2C9 (905) 619-2899 Interior Shampoo Wax & Buff Vacuum & Wash Gift Certificates for all occasions Whose advice are you taking? Call 1-800-563-5822 Durham Windows and Doors brings mobile showroom to your door Top, Wayne Hutchison will bring his Mobile Showroom to your home. Above, inside you'll find his display of Top Quality Vinyl Windows. Wayne Hutchison brings to the replacement window and door busi- ness a new and long overdue fea- ture. It's a Mobile Showroom which just may be the only one in Canada. "The day is gone when you car- ried some brochures and a sample window to a customer's home," explains Wayne. "So I obtained a retired North York Mobile Library truck and installed interior walls along with all of my window sam- ples." When you call Durham Windows and Doors for a free estimate, Wayne will show up at your door with his Mobile Showroom which you'll enter by way of a sliding patio door. Inside, displayed on the walls, are the Tech Weld 2000 series of vinyl windows which you're free to operate and you'll discover the many special features including how they can be cleaned without going outside. "After being in this business for 24 years, I can honestly say these are the finest windows on the market," says Wayne. "They're triple sealed to reduce air leakage and come with heavy duty hardware." All Tech Weld 2000 vinyl win- dows come with Low E Glass which filters out the ultraviolet rays keep- ing your home cooler in the summer and eliminate fading of your cur- tains, drapes and furniture. All of the windows come with a lifetime warranty on the frame and hardware. Wayne would also like his cus- tomers to know that he does all of the estimates personally, eliminating the cost of a salesperson. Durham Windows and Doors also does all of its own installations, which ensures that every customer gets a high quality job done at the best possible price. Durham Windows and Doors is located at 696 King St. W. in Oshawa. For more information call (905) 579-2222 or 1-888-576-8575. NO TAX IN FEBRUARY CUSTOM UPGRADES INCLUDED WITH ALL RENOVATION PROJECTS BOOKED THIS MONTH! HUGE RENOVATION SHOWROOM KITCHEN & BATHROOM MODELS 1-888-BATH-RENO 416-285-6798 FREE in Home Estimates FOR KITCHEN & BATHROOM RENOVATIONS “BEST AVAILABLE RATES” “PRIVATE FUNDS AVAILABLE” Refinancing debt consolidation a specialty For FAST PROFESSIONAL SERVICE CALL (905) 686-2557 From 5.7% for 5 years. 1st & 2nd Mortgages to 100% Condos Rental Properties Attention Home Owners! DIAMOND MORTGAGE Free Consultation 416-739-6969 • first time buyers • refinancing mortgages and debts • residential & commercial, transfers • power of sales • private and institutional funding • tax arrears $AVE HUNDRED$ Consolidate or Renegotiate THRIFTY MECHANIC SHOP Inc. 696 Finley Ave., Unit 1 & 2, Tel. 905-683-1112 Proud to serve you LUBE OIL & FILTER $18.95 ON MOST VEHICLES To advertise in this feature Please call 905-683-0707 ext. 2303, 2334, 2304 FLUSH COOLING SYSTEM $48.95 Check for details P PAGE 15 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, February 24, 2002 Just the fax? 905-683-7363 300 Kingston Rd. (Gates Plaza at Altona) 905-509-5578 1050 Brock Rd. (between 401 & Bayly) 905-421-9550 NEW 60 N ame D ropping NEWS ADVERTISER FEB. 24, 2002 A/P PAGE 16 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, February 24, 2002 Birthday “Delightful Karen Jeffrey was eight Feb. 11. We are all so proud of you. Love from Mom Denyse, Step-Dad Gary and Dad Ron.” Birthday Feb. 11 was a special day at the Staines resi- dence. “Our special girl” Monica turned four. Happy birth- day and love from Mom- my, Daddy, Kevin, Nick Nick and Buddy. Birthday “Happy first birthday to Christo- pher James Leinwand. We love you very much. Love Daddy and Mommy and all your family and friends.” Birthday Alison Jones turned 18 Feb. 8. There are happy birthday wishes and love from Mom, Dad and Adrienne. Engagement Gail and Don Chapman of Pickering are happy to an- nounce the engage- ment of their daughter Carrie to Patrick Middle- ton. Pat is the son of Doreen and Bruce Middleton, also of Pickering. The couple have been engaged since November and will be married in June. Birthday Happy 14th birthday wishes went out to Jessie Kassen on Feb. 14. “Best wishes on your special day! Have fun, love from Dan and Lindsay.” Birthday A happy birthday mes- sage for Reese on Feb. 14. “It happened so fast, you’re al- ready two. We treasure each moment en- joyed with you. Lots of love from Mama and Dada.” Birthday On Feb. 17, Ashleen Grange turned eight. There’s lots of love to “our birthday girl” from Mommy, Daddy and Elise. Birthday Feb. 16 was a big day for Jesse Joseph Chafe, as he turned nine. There was love, hugs and kisses from Mom, Dan and Skyball. Birthday There are happy eighth birthday wishes going out to a slugger. Love, hugs and kisses for Kevin come from Mom, Dad, Brent, Gramma and No-No. Birthday “Our lit- tle princess is seven! Lauren Mc- Carthy turned seven Feb. 4. Have a good time bowling and at your craft party. Have fun in Vir- ginia Beach. Love you lots from Mommy, Daddy, sister Megan, grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins.” Birthday “It’s fine to be nine,” says Jordan Kotsopoulos, as he celebrated his birthday Feb. 19. Wishing Jordan a happy birthday were Mom, Dad, Alex, Tyler, Joshua and Victoria. Birthday “Emma Faren Mahroo turned five Feb. 10. Happy birthday darling Emma Joon from Mommy, Daddy and Julia. Best wishes from Maman, Granny, Fedra, Daie, Khale Minoo, your uncles, cousins, Baba and Arthur.” Birthday One of the cuties in the Gilli- gan clan is two. Kaitlyn cele- brated her birthday Jan. 19 and she had a lot of fun at her party. Wishing Kaitlyn a happy birth- day were sisters Sydney, Amy, Melissa and Rebecca, Mommy and Poppa, Grandma and Granddad Gilligan, Grandma and Grandpa Martin, cousins Matt, Mike and Geoff, Aunt Lynne, Uncles Sean, Keith and Allan, feline friends Muf- fin, Buddy and Wolf, and Grady the dog. Birthday A birthday poem for “our wee Rabbie: He’s five And fully alive, Kindermusik he loves Karate and hockey too. He can dive ‘n’ jive. What a sight in his kilt Like Braveheart he’s built. Our Robert, our treasure, Sure gives us much pleasure. Happy fifth birthday, dearest son and grandson. Robert celebrated his special day with his wee pals at Chuck E Cheese. Also wishing him all the best were his Mom, Dad, Grandma and Grandpa McCaughey, Nonna and Nonno Colasuonno, the Smith clan and Great Auntie Claire in bonnie Scotland.” Birthday “Wow! It’s that time of year again. On Feb. 9,Brandon Pryce celebrated his eighth birthday. Our little Cujo has had an amazing year and we wish him all the best for the upcoming year. Good luck and best wishes. Love from Mom, Dad, Shawntai, Trey, Amy, Daniel, Dante, Kris and the rest of your proud family.” Birthday Happy birthday to “our little hock- ey superstar”,Nicholas William Sribny, who turned three Feb. 16. “We are so proud of you and love you very much. Have a wonderful time at your party with all of your family and friends. Love and lots of hugs and kisses from Mommy, Daddy, Cas- sandra, Alexia, family and friends.” Birthday “Our first born son turned nine Feb. 20. Happy birthday Jerrod. You are a wonderful child and we love you very much. May God continue to fill you with wisdom, knowledge and understanding. This lit- tle light of mine I’m going to let it shine! Love from Mom, Dad and Jaylan.” Birthday? Anniversary? Wedding? Let us know. We’ll publish your special occasion in an easy-to-read and easy-to-clip format... ...Send to: Name Dropping, c/o Keith Gilligan, 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5Winners may go directly to Baskin Robbins to receive their FREE cake. (Please provide identification) PRIZE VALID UNTIL SAT., MARCH 2, 2002BASKIN ROB BI NS& 1794 Liverpool Road Pickering 905-831-5431 THIS WEEK’S CAKE WINNERS ARE: 1. Lauren McCarthy 2. Brandon Pryce 3. Ashleen Grange PICKERING MEN’S BASKETBALL LEAGUE Round-robin playoff action GAME ONE Gallantry’s Eatery 51 vs. Verifeye 51 (overtime tie) TOP SCORERS Gallantry’s Eatery: John Christiansen 24, Bob Pfizer 14, Tom Parisi 7. Verifeye: David Voth 14, Don Thompson 10, Steve Holmes 7, Frank Forde 7. GAME TWO Ell-Rod Holdings 51 vs. West Hill Men’s Slo-Pitch 34. TOP SCORERS Ell-Rod Holdings: Mike Horn 16, Dave Bayliss 10, Carl Sassman 6, Al Sakata 6. West Hill Men’s Slo-Pitch: Glenn Hill 10, George Ior- danov 8, Charlie Denchfield 7, Rod Fraser 7. GAME THREE Envoy Business Services 65 vs. Van Kempen Insurance 34. TOP SCORERS Envoy Business Services: Pat Roach 15, Randy Filinski 14, Roger Young 12, Jim Wilkinson 8. Van Kempen Insurance: Horace Peterkin 8, Kip Van Kem- pen 8, Ray Fox 6, Irwin Stanley 6. GAME FOUR Mud Hen’s 45 vs. Melanie Pringles 32. TOP SCORERS Mud Hen’s: Ivor Walker 13, Fred Dever 9, Don Leahy 9, Luke Lukkonen 5. Melanie Pringles: Karl Hutchinson 20, Ron Pella 4. Goalie shines in Pickering’s series-clinching win over Thornhill Rattlers BY AL RIVETT Sports Editor PICKERING — A pumped up Picker- ing Boyer Pontiac Panthers team is moving on, while the defending league champion Thornhill Rattlers are toast following a sev- enth and deciding playoff game Thursday night. The Panthers received big contributions from the entire roster to post a convincing 5- 1 victory over Thornhill in Game 7 of the OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League South Conference opening-round playoff series. The game was played on neu- tral ice at the Beatrice Ice Gardens at York University after ice couldn’t be secured at the Rattlers’ home rink, the Thornhill Com- munity Centre. The Panthers will face either the first- place Wexford Raiders or the second-place St. Michael’s Buzzers in the conference semifinal series pending the outcome of Game 7 in the Markham-North York series Friday (the result wasn’t available at the News Advertiser’s deadline). A Markham win means the Panthers play Wexford, while a North York win means Pickering will suit up against St. Mike’s. A big four-goal second period put the Panthers in control of the pivotal contest. After allowing a fluke first-period marker knocked in by a Pickering player, goal- tender Scott Gray was superb through the remainder of the contest, including stoning the Rattlers in the third period. The Panthers scored an empty-net marker late in the game. The Panthers’ top forward combination of team captain Garret Winder, Dan Schofield and Mike Hanna also came to the fore in the pivotal contest, scoring three of the five goals. But, it was Gray’s brilliance in making 28 saves that keyed the victory for the Pan- thers, noted head coach Bill Purcell. “Gray was outstanding. The only goal they scored was one our defencemen put in our own net. He’s a kid who comes to play,” he said. “To me, he’s a gamer. When he gets beaten he gets damn angry about it. I like a lot of his traits.” For the Panthers, it was their first time advancing beyond the first round of the playoffs in three years. Pickering was the clear underdog in the series, noted Purcell, playing the fourth- place Rattlers who not only boasted home- ice advantage in the series, but also entered the playoffs as the defending league cham- pions. Pickering finished the season in fifth place, one point back. “We were supposed to lose four straight,” said Purcell. “I think it’s the biggest upset of all the (first-round) playoff series. They were a team that won the league champi- onship last year and went to the Canadian championships. They are a team with a big payroll. It’s definitely the biggest upset.” Hanna, Schofield, Mike Alexiou, Alex Greig and Winder, into an empty net, scored. Assisting were Winder and Hanna each with two, Schofield, Kyle Aitken, Colin Jen- nings, Ryan Taylor, Paul McFarland and Gray. Purcell said he has no preference as to which team (Wexford or St. Michael’s) his Panthers will play in the conference semifi- nal series. “You’re playing the best teams at this stage, so it doesn’t matter.” PANTHERS’ POSTSCRIPT: Purcell said he was impressed with the quality of officiating in the contest. “It wouldn’t have mattered if we had won or lost, the guy knew how to handle a game...A large num- ber of Panthers’ fans turned out for Thurs- day’s game. NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, February 24, 2002 PAGE 17 P Sports &LEISURE NEWS ADVERTISER FEBRUARY 24, 2002 Recycle!SCOTT GRAY Backstops Panthers to victory over Thornhill in Game 7. 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No Selling Call for interview (905)426-1322 “TECS” - Training • Education • Careers • Schooling “TECS” - Training • Education • Careers • Schooling A/P PAGE 18 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, February 24, 2002 Ajax Pickering News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon.-Fri 8:00-5 p.m. Closed Saturday Toronto Line: (416) 798-7259 24-Hour Fax: (905) 579-4218 Classified Online: Now when you advertise, your word ad also appears on the internet at http://www.durhamregion.com Email: compose@durhamregion.com Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser CLASSIFIEDS To Place Your Ad In Ajax or Pickering Call: 905-683-0707 E-Mail address: classifieds@durhamregion.com Web Site: www.durhamregion.com Our phone lines are open Mon. to Fri. until 8 p.m. 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers Would you like an exciting career as a POLICE OFFICER Take the Police Foundations Training course with the only specialized College in Ontario exclusively dedicated to Police studies. 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Demonstrated experience working with families and facilitation of parent groups. Knowledge of support services available for children 0-6 yrs. in Durham Region. Degree in the human services field or a combina- tion of relevant education and experience. Must have a valid On- tario drivers license and automobile. Please send cover letter & resume by mail or fax by to:March 1st, 2002. FCAP Hiring Committee Family & Community Action Program/YMCA 230 Westney Road South Ajax, ON, L1S 7J5 Fax: (905) 619-4578 Only those individuals chosen for an interview will be notified. FINANCE MANAGER (P-T 22.5 HRS/WK) SHORT TERM CONTRACT - 6 MO. Responsibilities:Month end/year end reporting and analysis, maintenance /review of internal controls, cash flow management/budgeting, guidance to externally funded programs, audit preparation. Qualifications:CMA/CGA/CA or 4th/5th level in a recognized accounting program with 3 - 5 years extensive accounting experience in a decision making capacity. Submit resumes by March lst, 2002 to: HR Manager - Victorian Order of Nurses 223 Brock St. N., Whitby, Ontario L1N 4H6 Fax (905) 665-2333 Email: vondurham@look.ca Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. There's a career in your future! Account Executives Household Financial Corporation Limited is please to offer exciting opportunities to join our branch network. We are looking for energetic, motivated, self-starters who are eager to apply themselves within a fast paced environment. If you are ambitious, customer focused and have sales experience with a positive attitude, you are the candidate we are seeking. We offer a competitive salary, an exceptional benefit package, monthly incentives and excellent career opportunities. A comprehensive training program is provided. Opportunities are available in our Pickering & Oshawa branches. Interested in joining our team? Send resume by fax to: Laurie Ernst, Branch Sales Manager Fax: 905-420-4479 We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help HARD WORKING RELIABLE House cleaners Needed 4-5 days a week. 5-6 hours per day. (Drivers license an as- set) Transportation provided in Ajax and Pickering. Call 905- 428-9765. INTERNATIONAL MARKETING company expanding into Dur- ham. 1-800-572-5360. www.acareerisonline.com J.O.B.S.Need immediate workers. Weekly pay. No ex- perience necessary. F/T, 18+. Call Marcus 905-435-0730 JOCUS EDUCATIONAL TOYS, needs representatives in Dur- ham Region. Great products, 65% under $15., home parties, fund raisers & catalog sales. Canadian company. 1-800-361-4587 ext. 9369 LANDSCAPE DESIGNER to work freelance, approx. 40-50 designs a year. Fax resume to Greenbank Garden Centre 905-985-7096. 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Duties to start include ship- ping and receiving and assist- ing Service Staff when re- quired. Computer and welding experience an asset. Must have valid drivers license. Please reply with resume and references to Machinex Re- cycling Technologies, 963 Brock Rd., South #10, Picker- ing, ON. L1W 3A4 or fax (905) 420-0319. STRONG VOICES NEEDED! Telephone sales re: police retirees. Work from our office Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. or 4:45 to 8 p.m. Salary plus bonus plus commission. Phone (905) 579-6222. SUPERINTENDENT COUPLE, required for luxury highrise condominumum, located in Durham Region, Experienced applicants only, should for- ward their resume including salary expectations to Guard- ian Property Management at 339 Westney Rd. S. Suite 206, Ajax, L1S 7J6 Attention: Ian Slater.References required. TELEMARKETERS: Certified Htg & A/C Service Experts seek experienced individuals to work in our Service Call Centre and perform general office duties. Must possess superior people and telephone skills. Competitive wages, benefits plus commission. Call (905)683-0387 or fax (905)683-3377. THE TAP & TANKARD Hiring Kitchen Manager and Line Cook. Experienced applicants need only apply. 224 Brock St. S., Whitby. Fax 905-666-0306 Attn: Jamie/Brett SUITE DREAMS - Durham's leading bedroom specialty store is looking for a Sales Person for an established lo- cation in Durham. An excel- lent opportunity to join a stable growing company. Fax re- sume to Human Resources 1- 905-624-3054 TIRED OF EARNING mini- mum wage? Easy phone work. No selling. Fun environment. Full & part-time. Call (905)426–1322 WE ARE LOOKING for mature people to expand our Finan- cial Services business in this area. Please call Grace 905- 579–2869. MARKETING ASSISTANT re- quired for Wealth Manage- ment Company. Life in- surance & mutual fund li- cense, or working towards. Flexible daytime hours. Call 905-428-0956. Salon & Spa Help514 ELEGANCE SALON SPA is seeking Estheticians and Hairstylists, full & part-time. Forward resume to 123 Athol St. Whitby, Attention: Beverly. Skilled & Technical Help515 A RAPIDLY GROWING FIRM in the Durham Region is seeking a full-time CAD Tech- nician/Junior Application De- signer. A C.E.T. or CTech De- gree (or equivalent) in addi- tion to a strong background in AutoCAD is required. Com- petitive wages and benefits. Please email a detailed re- sume to: xltmanufactur- ing@sympatico.ca AZ DRIVER REQUIRED,LTL Drivers Wanted for US East- ern and southern states. Pays pick up, delivery and mileage. US Medical and disability. Ex- cellent equipment available. Serious drivers with good records only please. Bow- manville Location. Fax re- sume (905)697-1807 or call (905)697–1403 HVAC PERSON REQUIRED- residential & commercial. A/C license, plus gas fitter license. Experience with duct work. HVAC HELPER experienced with duct work, furnace, a/c. ELECTRIC WATER HEATER INSTALLER, experienced, trouble shooting & installs. Vehicles supplied. Call Cullen Heating (905)725–9731 WANTED TELEPHONE SALES REP. to work from home. Excellent sales & communication skills. $15/hr.+ bonuses. Call 905-427-8822 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, February 24, 2002 PAGE 19 A/P Whitby Manufacturer of Steel Storage Equipment requires a hands-on PLANT ENGINEER Mechanical or Civil Engineering Degree. Responsible for Plant and Maintenance Dept. with an interest in CAD layouts, metal fabricating equipment and tool and die. Proficient in AutoCad and Excel. Send resume (complete with references) to: NORTH AMERICAN STEEL 300 Hopkins Street Whitby, Ontario. LlN 2B9 e-mail: sales@naseco.ca Fax (905) 668-5477 THE NEWS ADVERTISER is looking for prospects to deliver newspapers & flyers to the following areas ✰✰✰✰✰✰✰ AJAX 130 & 120 Old Kingston Rd. Tawn Cres. Trowell Ln. Ingold Ln. Booth Cres. Old Harwood Ave. Parker Cres. Harridan Ln. Patience Ln. Dryer Dr.E. 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Charnwood Crt Dencourt Dr. Sheppard Ave ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR FOR ROUTES AVAILABLE IN YOUR AREA PLEASE CALL 905-683-5117 FOOD MARKETS Quality & Freshness Since 1929 HELP WANTED FULL TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE FOR MEAT CUTTERS, MEAT WRAPPERS, GROCERY CLERKS, PRODUCE CLERKS, DAIRY CLERKS AND RECEIVER/SHIPPERS Excellent Pay and Benefits Immediate Employment ****************** ALSO, PART-TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN ALL DEPARTMENTS. Apply in person at THE GARDEN BASKET 9275 Markham Road (at 16th Ave.) Or Fax RESUME TO: 905-471-0922 We appreciate all responses, but regret that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help The News Advertiser Is looking for reliable people to insert and deliver papers and flyers door to door every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday in the Pickering area. Deliveries must be completed by 6:00 pm. Must have a vehicle. For more information call 905-683–5117 WORKERS NEEDED 18 and older Expanding company needs to fill positions yesterday. We are ahead of production and behind on good people. Excellent training. $1600.00/month to start Call Fri, Sat. 12-5pm, Mon (905)434–6149 A major U.S. based company is seeking qualified applicants for a call centre in the Town of Ajax. Staffing will commence for these full time positions in the next two to six months. CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSOCIATES As a key member of a premier call centre in Ajax, you will be responsible for receiving inbound calls, respond- ing to customer correspondence and email, and provid- ing a high level of customer service. As a highly moti- vated individual with a strong customer focus, you will ideally possess a positive, professional attitude. Call centre or retail experience is an asset. An extensive training program is offered by the employer. Starting salary $8.00 - $10.00 per hour plus an outstanding bene- fits package. Join a team of leading-edge professionals as they launch this exciting new venture! Fax your confidential resume to: (905) 683-7629 CONFIDENTIAL TO BOX REPLIES If there are firms or individuals to whom you do not wish your reply sent, simply place your application in an envelope addressed to the box number in the advertisement and attach a list of such names. Place your application and list in an envelope and address to: Box Replies. If the advertiser is one of the names on your list your application will be destroyed. PLEASE NOTE, resumes that are faxed directly to Oshawa This Week, will not be forwarded to the file number. Originals must be sent directly as indicated by the instructions in the ad. FORCED TO HIRE $22.00/HR OSHAWA DISTRIBUTION CO. REQUIRES 15 PEOPLE IN SET-UP AND DISPLAY DEPT. • ADVANCEMENT FOR FAST LEARNERS. • MUST HAVE OWN CAR • OVER 18-ABLE TO START IMMED. • NO EXPERIENCE • FULL-TIME AND PART TIME For Interview Call MON-TUES ONLY - 10AM-5PM 905-720-1507 MUSIC TEACHERS Required with car. Minimum Grade 8 practi- cal, Grade 2 Theory (or equivalent) Vocal and all instruments. Flexible hours. Please email resume to: learnmusic@home.com or call (905) 721–9799 SHIPPER/RECEIVER required for busy hi-tech company. Good organizational skills and computer knowledge required. Email resume to: CARDAC@KEYSCAN.CA TEACHERS REQUIRED P/T tutoring contracts avail. Must have OTC, EA, related degree or equiv. experience. Fax resume to: 905-728-1033 Email: admin@learningbound.ca THE NEWS ADVERTISER Is looking for carriers to deliver papers and flyers door to door Wed. Fri. & Sat. by 6:00 PM. in their neighborhoods. call 905-683–5117 WE ARE SEEKING GOAL ORIENTED INDIVIDUALS TO SELL FOR OUR COMPANY We are Canada’s largest Lawncare Company & we are expanding Our company has a 30 year proven track record & an unique atmosphere that rewards achievers both intellectually & financially. • Guaranteed $10 per hour plus commission • Average earnings of $15-$20 per hour with commission • Additional sales incentives add up to $1,000 per season • Afternoon & evening shifts available total 34 hours per week • Great supplemental income opportunity • Automated dialing system • Good verbal communication skills essential AJAX LOCATION:62 Harwood S. (Harwood & 401) For interview please call: 416-269-8333 ® TIRECRAFT COMMERCIAL (ONT.) INC. Ontario's largest independent tire sales and manufacturing company is growing and requires an additional staff member in our Oshawa location for the following position: CERTIFIED TRUCK TIRE SERVICEPERSON Preference will be given to the person with a positive attitude, ambition and loyalty. We offer competitive wages and benefits. Performance driven, customer focused individuals should forward their resume in person to: Jim Strickland, Manager Tirecraft Commercial (Ont.) Inc. 1400 Phillip Murray Avenue Oshawa, Ontario L1J 7E8 PART-TIME EVENINGS Part-time positions available, $15./per hr. Car required. Ideal for Homemakers or as a Second income, Call from 9am-4pm at 905-686-9842 ext. 302 After 4pm call 905-686–2445 ext. 302 THE TORONTO STAR CIRCULATION SALES DEPT •Our Sales Department is expanding. A Career opportunity is now available for Independent Crew Managers in the Durham Region. •The successful candidate should be able to work with and motivate youths. • Full training provided • Must have good driving record. • A van is required. • $700/week & up commission is attainable. For Personal Interview Please Call Dean Bowler 905-261-0145 ALSO Positions Available for STUDENTS to do door-to-door sales. “SUMMER’S COMING” Looking for Full Time Employment? Join Us for a FREE BBQ!! Come and find out about job opportunities YMCA Durham Employment Services Wednesday, February 27, 2002 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. 1550 Kingston Road, Pickering (Corner of Kingston Road and Valleyfarm Road) 905-427-7670 United Way Your YMCA charitable 11930 7060 RR0001 AGES 16-24 ATTENTION: PET LOVERS Unleash your potential with PET VALU, a specialty retailer of quality pet products with over 340 locations internationally! If you’re a pet lover or would just love to have a great job in retail, PET VALU has a tremendous opportunity available at its Abbey Lane Shopping Centre store, located at 91 Rylander Blvd., Unit 15A, Scarborough. STORE MANAGER This position offers benefits, paid statutory holidays, vacation, personal days, as well as on-the-job management training. Candidates must: • be capable of moderately heavy lifting • have previous cash/customer service experience To apply please fax resumes to 1-905-946-1860 or email to hr@petvalu.com Please indicate your availability. 511 Retail Opportunities 511 Retail Opportunities Experienced CLASS A TECHNICIANS required. Apply in person: MENZIES CHRYSLER 1602 Champlain Ave.Whitby ATT: Clarke Menzies 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help Industrial Maintenance Electrician Your Electrician Certificate combined with experience in PLC, control wiring, troubleshooting and understanding the Code are essential. Salary negotiable. FAX resume to (905)435-0598 or e-mail humanresources@ancon-ind.com SECRETARY/RECEPTIONIST required by busy hi-tech company. Knowledge of Excel, MYOB and Microsoft Word required. Must also have excellent ustomer service skills and possess an atti- tude that "The Customer Comes First". Please email resume to: CARDAC@KEYSCAN.CA 520 Computer & IT 520 Computer & IT 510 General Help 510 General Help LARGE Architectural Millwork company seeks "CABINET MAKER" in Durham Region area. Fully experienced please. Please fax resume to: 905-433-1463. PIONEER POOLS MARKHAM requires Vinyl Pool Installer. Concrete finishing expertise essential. Own transportation, excellent wages, lots of work, five day week. Fax resume to 905-831-4156. SECOND & THIRD YEAR Ap- prentices Wire EDM operator, CNC operator/programmer, with tool & dye experience only. Junior Tool Designer with CADkey experience. Fax resume to (905)642–6168 Office Help525 ADMIN. ASSISTANT Required Homebuilder requires pleasant, professional and service oriented person to join sales team. Must have excellent computer skills, Word, Excel, Mail Merge. $12/h. Whitby location. 4 days/wk incl. Sat & Sun. Start immediately. Please fax resume to 416-628- 5581. BILINGUAL OFFICE Adminis- trator required for sign com- pany in Ajax. Must be neat, professional, computer liter- ate with typing and telephone skills. Fax resumes attn. Phil 905-428-1790 PART TIME OFFICE help. Computer and typing skills required. Fax resume to: 905- 426-6192. Sales Help & Agents530 AJAX - DIGITAL PRINT and copy shop looking for full time experienced sales person. Please fax your resume to (905) 619-1296. EARN $40K+-Sales Rep. Busy Ajax weight loss centre needs ambitious, self-moti- vated person. Must be fit + healthy. Experience in weight loss an asset. RaeAnne 905- 619-2639 ext.241 Hospital/Medical/ Dental535 BUSY COBOURG progressive Dental Practice committed to dental excellent is seeking an ambitious, energetic, detail- oriented CERTIFIED DENTAL ASSISTANT to join our team. F/T availability due to matern- ity leave, willing to train. Seri- ous applicants only. Fax re- sume to: 905-372-9439. DENTAL RECEPTIONIST re- quired, full-time, some even- ings and Saturdays. 2 or more years computer experience necessary. Mail resume to: Dr. Stephen Murray, 1300 King St. E. Oshawa. L1H 8J4 or fax to: (905)436-3480. DENTAL RECEPTIONISTS/Of- fice, assistants Level I & II, for Whitby/Oshawa area. Seeking independent, motivated individu- als. Pay up to $25/hr Send resumes to FRIENDLY STAFF File #767, c/o Oshawa This Week, PO Box 481, 865 Farewell St., Oshawa LIH 7L5 HYGIENIST needed to cover maternity leave at Ajax office starting April 22nd. Hrs: Mon. 1-8; Wed. 8-7; Thurs. 8-5; Sat 9-5 (once a month). Please send resume to: File #783, Oshawa This Week, 865 Fare- well St. Oshawa Ont. L1H 7L5. MEDICAL SECRETARY/Office Manager required for special- ists office -Oshawa. Full time. Reception, OHIP billing, dicta typing preferred. Reply to File #785 Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, On- tario. L1H 7L5. X-RAY/MAMMO specialist for new office service at 407/ Bayview and to act as coordi- nator for 2 other sites in the GTA. Excellent technical and PR Skills required. Top sal- ary, benefits and travel ex- penses. Also general X-ray position available in Oshawa. Call (905)731–4000 or fax (905)731-7405. Veterinary Help536 FULL TIME Veterinary Assis- tant required for animal hos- pital. Post secondary scienc- es required -previous veteri- nary experience an asset. Fax resume to: 905-831-5639 or drop off in person or mail to 1414 Rosebank Rd. N. Pick- ering Ont. L1V 1P4. No phone calls please. Domestic Help Available555 C'MARIA'S HOUSE CLEAN- ING. Affordable prices for cleaning houses and offices. Free estimates. Call Maria 905-436-8645 or email kczaj@sympatico.ca EXPERIENCED cleaning lady available, quality service at excellent rates. Call Julie at (416) 879-7033. (Cell) Houses For Sale100 OPEN HOUSE N/E OSHAWA spacious 3+1 bdrm, bright, modern, open concept, 7-yrs- old, cathedral ceiling, marble gas fireplace, large fenced ra- vine lot. OPEN HOUSE Satur- day Feb 23 11-3 & Sunday Feb 24 - 11-2. 494 Safari Dr. 905-432-7173 WHITBY'S #1 LOCATION the best in education facilities, 4- bedroom 2 story complete with all upgrades, profession- ally landscaped & decorated, full finished basement with of- fice, 3600 sq.ft $319,000. (905)576–9933. Townhouses For Sale105 FABULOUS END UNIT $182,900. in very small ups- cale complex. Steps from Pickering Town Centre, all amenities, 401 and bus/Go! C/ air, high-efficiency gas fur- nace, fresh "Ralph Lauren: paint, 5 appliances, parking for 2 vehicles (plus garage). Very quiet, private patio! 1635 Pickering Parkway #8. Please call for appt. 905-428-0580. Houses Wanted130 SOLD OUT!Homes wanted for clients waiting. Get top prices, low interest rates. FREE Evaluation. Ron Barsi, Assoc. Broker, Sutton Group Status Realty Inc. (905)436– 0990 Investment/ Bus. Property140 21 SUITES Apartment build- ing, all brick, N.Oshawa on huge 214ft. lot. Gas heat, sep- arate meters, many upgrades. Exclusive R. Barsi, Assoc. Broker, (905)436–0990 Sutton Status Realty. Indust./ Comm. Space145 2,000 SQ. FT. retail/ industrial Space for rent, office front, 12 ft. x 14 ft. drive-in overhead door, 25 ft. ceiling height, close to 401 (2 exits), Went- worth St. E., area. Call days (905) 433-4161, evenings (905) 579-5909. No Auto Body or Auto Repair. HEATED SHOP FOR RENT w/security system, near 401, 2- 10' insulated overhead doors, with loft, 12'x52' indoor cold storage & 30'x60' fenced-in compound, available imme- diately. Please call 905-987-1445 Office & Business space150 FREE - ONE MONTH.Desirable Rossland/Simcoe Oshawa loca- tion. 400 sq. ft. furnished office space. $350/month plus GST. Won't last! Call Steve 905-576- 6999. OFFICE/PROFESSIONAL space. 400 - 2400 sq. ft. Prime downtown Whitby location. Ground floor, pri- vate entrance and parking. Call Joanna @ 905-579-6245. Business Opportunities160 $$ GOVERNMENT - Funds$$ Grants and loans information to start and expand your business or farm. 1-800-505-8866 ARE YOU SICK OF THE DAILY Commute!!! Take a look at our business opportunity. Visit our website www.workathome-earn- money.com or call 416-812- 6595. EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY Durham bakery for sale. Fantastic potential. Established clientelle. Turnkey. For info call Barry McLean at 1-800-461- 6499 EXCELLENT ASSOCIATE Part- nership opportunity with an established private practice - Social Worker or Family Counselling or Psychologist. Prime Whitby location. Phone 905-665-9652. Franchises161 THE GOURMET CUP fran- chise opportunity, Northum- berland Mall. Exciting new coffee retailer coming to town. Attractive store design. 26+ year national chain. Full head office training and support. Info: Call weekdays 8 am - 4 pm (pst) 1-800-663-4213. Apts. & Flats For Rent170 1 BIG NEW basement apart- ment, Whites/Finch, all bills included, $700/month. No pets, no smoking. First/lat. Call Mary (905)420–5975 2 BEDROOM APT,well main- tained adult building, on side street, near Ritson/Bloor St. Oshawa. First/last, references required. $800/month. Avail. Mar. 1st. Call 905-426-5713 2 BEDROOM spacious clean apartment in 4-plex, centrally located (John/Centre) laundry facilities, first/last $725 +hy- dro. Avail. Apr. 1. Call days 905-728-5540 or evenings 905-666-9549 2-BEDROOM available any- time. Located 309 Cordova Rd., Oshawa. No pets. Please call 905-579-2387, after 5pm 2-BDRM BASEMENT APT, near OC, separate entrance, quiet neighbourhood, 4 ap- pliances, utilities & cable in- cludued. $800/month. First & last, non-smoker preferred, no pets. Call Domenic (905)433- 4107 between 10am-6pm, af- ter 6pm 905-922-7783 3-BDRM MAIN FLOOR. Large backyard, shared washer/dryer, 2 car parking, Harwood/Bayly, AJAX. $1325/ month inclusive. No smoking/ pets. Avail. Mar. 1. 1st/last. (905)420-1037, leave mes- sage. 2 BEDROOM BASEMENT APT. March 1st. Large, updat- ed, bright. Separate entrance. No smoking/pets. Utilities in- cluded. $850/month. Call Alasdair McLean 905-427- 3948. AAA1 - SMALLER one bed- room apartment near Oshawa Centre. lst/last required. April lst. $495 per month inclusive. Please call (905) 666-8533. WHITBY GARDENS - 900 Dundas St. E., One and two bedroom apartments available in clean, quiet building. Utili- ties included. Laundry facili- ties and parking available. Call (905)430-5420. AJAX, 2 bedroom basement apartment. Bright, spacious. Close to schools, shopping. 4- appliances. 2-car parking. Non-smoking/pets. $800+ 1/2 utilities. Call Mike weekdays 905-427-4077 ext 24, even- ings/weekends 416-258-7742. AJAX, NEW two bedroom basement apartment, approx. 1,100sq.ft., seperate entrnace, laundry, utiitities, one parking included. $925, no smoking/ pets. Rossland/Church area. March lst. (905)427–3717 AJAX, NORTH OF Hwy 2, near Westney, Go bus/train. Large bright bedroom, plus kitchenette, private bathroom w/jacuzzi, private entrance. All inclusive. $775. Call mornings or after 10pm (905)619–9867. BASEMENT 1-bedroom apart- ment, clean, quiet, fireplace, cable, laundry, parking, non- smoker, no pets. Rossland/ Simcoe. Available imme- diately first/last $625. Call (905)432–1947. BOWMANVILLE - 1-bedroom loft apartment with skylight, 1 block from downtown. No dogs, first/last required avail- able March 1, $720+hydro. Call 905-623-0381 *BRAND-NEW 2-bedroom basement apartment. Alarm, fireplace, laundry, large wind- ows, separate entrance, ap- pliances incl. Must see! All inclusive $975.00. March 1st available. Whitby...Queen's Common. 905-619-8844, then dial 905-852-7179 BRAND NEW 2 bedroom apartment, bright. 1 parking. No smoking, no pets. Avail- able immediately. Brock/ Finch, near plazas, schools, transport. $950. 905) 686– 3877 or (416) 456-7245 BRIGHT NEW one bedroom basement apartment, 1,100 sq. ft. Wilson and Olive, avail- able immediately. $700 all in- clusive. Laundry, perfect for single professional. (416) 809–4362 BRIGHT SPACIOUS freshly painted 2 bedroom apt. Huge living +dining room, private backyard, air conditioned. Prefer mature working single/ couple. No pets, first/last $1,000/mo. inclusive. Avail- able April lst. 905-666-1817 CENTRAL OSHAWA, 2-bed- room $800 March 1st; 3-bed- room $925, March 1st. 1- bedroom March 1st $750. April 1st - 2 bedroom $850; 3 bedroom $950. In well-main- tained building, close to all amenities. Please call (905)723-0977 9a.m-6p.m. COURTICE TWO bright 1-bed- room apartments available. Includes c/air, parking, all utilities. Asking $575 & $685 per month. Absolutely no dogs. Call Cindy (905)725– 2246 EXECUTIVE large 2 bedroom in quiet adult lifestyle building in Whitby. New carpet, insuite storage, onsite laundry, $925+ per month. 905-668-7758. FULLY FURNISHED 2 bed- room basement apartment, separate entrance, all inclu- sive, no smokers or pets, first/ last required. Avail. imme- diately $800. Call after 2pm 905-428-9441 LIVERPOOL/BAYLY 2 bed- room basement apt. Separate side entrance, $800/month all inclusive, no pets, avail. im- mediately. 905-831-3861 NEW - SPACIOUS basement apt. Walkout, one master bed- room, laundry, living/dining- room, bathroom. Available immediately, $750/first/last includes utilities. One-car parking. Non-smoker, no pets. Brock/Hwy.2 Pickering. Call 905-426-7800 or 905-426– 6656 ONE & TWO BEDROOM apts. for rent. One bedroom March 1st; Two bedroom April 1st and May 1st. Conveniently lo- cated in Uxbridge in adult oc- cupied building. Appt. to view call 905-852-2534. ONE & TWO BEDROOM apartments, in most beautiful adult lifestyle building. Avail. immediately. Stevenson & Rossland, Oshawa. Call (905)579-3700 or (905)723– 1009 ONE BEDROOM CONDO for rent in Pickering. All ap- pliances. 1 1/2 baths, cable, parking spot, air, available April 1st, $1150/month inclu- sive. Call Rose 905-839-0640 2 NEWLY BUILT 2-BDRM APTS located downtown Oshawa. $790 + utilities per month. Call Anna 905-728– 2258 ONE BEDROOM APT.located at 782 Ritson Rd. S., $500 & heat/hydro, 1st & last, Avail. now, no smoking, no pets, references. Call 905-263- 8449, 905-579–9008, 905- 723-3345. OSHAWA - 2 BEDROOM apt. washer/dryer each floor. Very quiet, exclusive, adult pre-ferred building. No pets. 905-579-9016 OSHAWA 1-BEDROOM base- ment apartment, c/air, park- ing, laundry facilities, non- smoker, no pets. $750/month inclusive first/last required. Available March 1st. (905)728–8122. OSHAWA APTS.- Bachelor, 1 and 2 bedroom, newer build- ings. Includes utilities, park- ing. Laundry on-site. No dogs. Building #1 905-432-8914, Building #2, #3, #4 905-571- 0425 or for all 1-888-558-2622 OSHAWA BASEMENT Bachelor apartment, newly renovated, Adelaide/Gibbons, parking, laundry, air condi- tioned, single female pre- ferred. Available March 15th. $650/month. First/last. Laura (905)404-1613, Margaret (905)725–8829, afternoons, evenings. SOUTH SIMCOE - 2 bedroom apt. with deck. Large & spa- cious living and diningroom. Available March 1st. No dogs. 1st & last. Call 905-666-4670. PICKERING - Liverpool Rd, large 2 bedroom basement. Full kitchen and bathroom. Own laundry and entrance. No pets. Utilities included. $900. Call 416-494-3765. PICKERING VILLAGE, 2-bed- room basement apartment in quiet home, no smoking or pets. Available immediately. Call (905)683–6743 PICKERING,1-bedroom basement apartment. Avail- able immediately $750/month inclusive. No pets. Call (905)831–9750 PICKERING,1-large fur- nished room in new home. Balcony overlooking French- man's Bay. $625 inclusive. Avail. immediately. Single person preferred. First, last, references. 905-420–4875 PICKERING -1 B/R basement apt. Private entrance, laundry, parking, A/C. Available April 1, non-smoking $700/month + utilities. Call 905-839-8388 PICKERING - Whites Rd/Hwy. 2, 1-bedroom plus study, own kitchen/bathroom, very clean, non smoker, no pets, cable, parking. March 1st. $825 in- clusive. (416)737-6268 PICKERING - large furnished bachelor for rent, 2nd floor, ja- cuzzi, share kitchen and laun- dry only. $700 per mo. Call (905) 831–1588 after 5 p.m. PICKERING Fantastic 1-bed- room basement apartment in Altona area. Private entrance, private parking, security sys- tem, appliances included. Avail. April 1st. Call Don or Angela 905-509-3043 PICKERING GO,one-bed- room, basement, h/w bdrm flooring, walk-out, private en- trance, a/c, laundry, applianc- es, outdoor patio, parking, $750 all inclusive. No smok- ing/pets, lst/last. Avail. March 1. Call Sherry 416-345-5580 leave message. OSHAWA - Quiet building near shopping, transportation. Utilities included. Simcoe/Mill 1 + 2 Bedrooms immediately, & Mar. 1. from $719+$829/mo. 905-436-7686 until 7:30pm WHITBY - one bedroom $730. Available April lst. Office hours 9-5pm Monday-Friday & 6pm-8pm Monday - Thurs- day (905)665–7543. SPACIOUS well-maintained 2 & 3 bedroom apts. Avail. at 900 and 888 Glen St. Some with walk-in closets, paint provided. Close to schools, shopping centre, GO Station. Utilities included. Call (905)728-4993. WHITBY 1-BEDROOM quiet area, upper floor, separate entrance, utilities, a/c, satellite included. No smokers, no pets preferred. $700/month. Call (905)434–1066 WHITBY 3-BEDROOM main floor of house, 4 pc. bath, liv- ingroom, diningroom, large kitchen, shared laundry, $1200 mo. plus 2/3 utilities, no pets, no-smoking, first, last references required. Avail- able March 1st. Call for appt. 905-655–9624. WHITBY one bedroom base- ment apt., available March 1, separate entrance, no pets, no smoking $650. 905-626-4752 905-666-2745. WHY rent when you can own your own home for less than you think?!! Call Dave Hay- lock Sales Rep. Re/Max Summit Realty (1991) Ltd. (905) 668-3800 or (905) 666- 3211. Houses For Rent185 * A RENT ALTERNATIVE ! ! ! If you are currently paying between $900-$1400 a month, I can help you own. Michele Detering Re/Max Rouge River 905-668-1800 3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW near Philip Murray. Two-4 pc. baths, finished basement, re- cently renovated, private yard, no smoking/pets. $1175/mo. + utilities. Avail. April 1st First, last, references. 905-987- 4873 3 BEDROOM, well-kept exec- utive home, Bowmanville. Near schools, downtown, 401 access. Gas heat, 2-gas fire- places, fridge/stove, washer/ dryer, single garage. March 1, $1400 +utilities. Apply in writ- ing: 110 Mill St.S., Newcastle, ON L1B 1C5 3-BEDROOM SEMI, central air, large yard, 4 appliances, parking, close to Oshawa Centre, asking $1100. First/ last required. Available March 1st. Call (905)666–1349 after 5pm. AN UNBEATABLE DEAL!From $500. down, own your own home starting at $69,900 car- ries for less than rent. OAC. 24 hrs free recorded message 905-728-1069 ext 277. Cold- well Banker RMR Real Estate. Aurelia Rasanu. A-A-A-A- MANY HOUSES/ TOWNHOUSES for rent in Pickering, Whitby, Ajax, Oshawa, Bowmanville and surrounding areas. Rent from $1,100 to $5,000 per month plus utilities. BRAND NEW 3200 sq.ft. all brick home, 4- bedrooms, appliances, hard- wood floors, double car ga- rage, $2900 plus utilities/ Available March 1st. Call Gar- ry Bolen, Sutton Group Status at 905-436-0990 (MUST ASK for Jan Van Driel for info and scheduling). CHARMING 1.5 STORY 2 bedroom house on quiet street. Nice yard, laundry, parking available. Non smoker prefered. $1075 per month plus utilites. Call even- ings 519-249-0820 COURTICE 3-bedroom, ga- rage, walkout to covered deck +fenced yard, park +amenities nearby. $1,250 +utilities, credit check, 1st/last. Avail. Mar./Apr. 1. No Pets. 905-213- 4689 OSHAWA - 3 bedroom main floor bungaslow, newly reno- vated, 5 appliances, 1 park- ing, lst/last, no pets, $l,275 in- cluisve. Telephone (416) 384– 6525 leave message PICKERING Liverpool/Finch 3-bdrm detached, den, appliances, quiet court, partially finished bsmt., double garage. Avail. March 1st. $1350 plus Lemon Tree Properties (905) 839–9227. Sick of RENTING? 1st Time Buyer? Professional Renter? Honest Answers....! Professional Advice...! To “Own” Your Next Home! 1-800-840-6275 905-571-6275Ability R. E.Direct Mark Stapley Sales Rep. WALK OUT bsmt. apt, for rent at Bayly/Pickering Bch., $800 monthly (+ 1st Last). incl Laundry util., Non smoker preferred, parking limited. 905-427–6217 PHARMACY TECHNICIAN Full Time Ajax area Flexible hours Exp. preferred Fax resume to: 905-428-2341 NEW HOMES SALES Excellent opportunity for exp. new home Sales Person. Fax resume to 416-650-1232 A/P PAGE 20 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, February 24, 2002 ALLSTATE We're growing in Ajax and Pickering! We are looking for successful SALES PERFORMERS to help us achieve our growth plans. WE OFFER: • Unlimited income potential • Employee benefits • An opportunity to run your own office RIBO, OTL, & LIFE Lic's Welcome Send resume to: Bernie Korte 650 Kingston Rd. Pickering Ont. L1V 1A6 bkorte@allstate.ca or fax: 905-420-5730 530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental Sunnycrest Nursing Home "People Caring For People" P/T- RN's/RPN's - ALL SHIFTS Experienced in LTC Computer literacy an asset. Mail/fax resume to: Director of Resident Care 1635 Dundas St. E. Whitby, ON. L1N 2K9 Fax: 905-576-4712 NEWLY RENOVATED-AJAX Best Suited for: ✦Professional Offices ✦Private Educational Centre ✦Medical/Dental Clinic Air Conditioned ✦Kitchenette Ample Parking ✦Bus Stops at Door Located in small plaza adjacent to parkette & close to Lake Ontario 2 Outlets (may be joined) 829 and 1,141 square feet 925/927 Finley Ave., Ajax (Immediate Occupancy) May Be Viewed From Exterior Info On Windows For Inspection - Joseph 905-579-7252 150 Office & Business Space 150 Office & Business Space RENT-WORRY FREE 1, 2 & 3 Bed. Apts. Well maintained, modern Appliances. All Util. included. On site super, maintenance & security. Rental Office:Mon - Fri. 12 noon - 8pm Sat & Sun 1pm- 5pm 905-579-1626 VALIANT PROPERTY MANAGEMENT www.gscrentals.com e-mail: valiant@speedline.ca 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 515 Skilled & Technical Help 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 145 Industrial/ Commercial Space 160 Business Opportunities 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent WHITBY 3 BEDROOM bunga- low, quiet neighborhood, near amenities, recently renovated, central air, no pets/smokers, references, credit check. $l,200 plus damage deposit/ utilities. March lst. (905) 665–8294 AJAX, SMALL 2-bedroom wartime house, 5 appliances, all utilities and cable included. Harwood/401, available im- mediately. Call after 6pm (905)706–5200. Townhouses For Rent190 PRINGLE CREEK CO-OP 95 Crawforth St., Unit-85 Whitby, is accepting applications for next orientation for March, 3bdrm. townhouses. $849 & $870 plus. Applications avail- able at Community Centre Unit 85, 10am-4pm.-Mon.- Thurs. (On Friday, Sat & Sun pickup points are posted on Community Centre's door bet- ween 10am-7pm.) SORRY, NO SUBSIDY AVAILABLE. 3-STOREY LUXURY town- home Brock Rd/Kingston Pickering, 3-spacious bed- rooms, 3 bathrooms, living/ diningroom, kitchen, base- ment, walkout to underground parking. Minutes from PTC, Go train, grocery store. $2100/month. (905)509–1731 Housing Wanted191 WANTED TO RENT:Country home, any size in north Dur- ham, North York or Scugog for responsible, handy young couple. Call Jamie (905)686– 1889. Rooms For Rent & Wanted192 $400/MONTH, first/last. Ma- ture working person preferred. References. No parking. Ca- ble, laundry, phone included. Share kitchen, no pets/no smoking. References. Picker- ing Beach Rd./Hwy. 2 Ajax.. 905-619–0999 AJAX, WESTNEY/ROSSLAND 1-room, clean home, quiet street, a/c, cable, use of kitch- en/laundry, parking. No smoking/pets. Suits steadily employed person. First/last. $550/month, available imme- diately. 905-426–2812 WEST PICKERING, furnished room in clean quiet home, prefer employed non-smoker. Share separate kitchen, bath- rooms. Parking, references, first/last. Call (905)509–2459 FURNISHED room for rent, private bath, private entrance, on bus route. $450 per mo. lst/ last, Available immediately. Harwood/Hwy 2. Telephone (905) 427–9576 LIVERPOOL/BAILEY Unfur- nished bed-sitting room with private bath in quiet home. Mature, employed person preferred. Non-smoker. Use of kitchen/laundry/patio/parking. $115/week including cable, first/last. References. 905- 837–0556 leave message. NORTH OSHAWA, near Dur- ham College, fully furnished basement rooms with satellite dish, share kitchen & bath- room. $450/month. Available Immediately. No smoking, no pets. (905)743-9448 Shared Accommodation194 AJAX - SHARE LARGE newer home. Parking, laundry, own phone, cable, storage. Own bath. Close to all amenities. Phone (905)683–9213 HARMONY/401 OSHAWA -3 bedroom furnished home to share with a senior lady. Non- smoking employed woman preferred. $100/week. Phone 905-723-6243. PICKERING - large house to share, Sheppard and Whites area, parking, laundry, serious replies only call Jeff 905-831- 8739 leave message PICKERING - Brock/Hwy. 2 - large bedroom with private bathroom, share kitchen, laundry, backyard, parking, working female preferred $550/month, first/last/refer- ences. No smoking/pets. April 1st. 416-885-4485. SHARED HOUSE, on Simcoe south of Rossland, parking, gas fireplace, clean, quiet on bus route, no smoking, no pets. Working persons pre- ferred, avail. immediately 905-432-1947. HOUSE TO SHARE Central Oshawa,Non-smoker only, suitable for a mature working person. No pets. Parking. $475 inclusive, avail. March 1st or sooner. (905)720-1533. Rentals Outside Canada205 CLEARWATER FLORIDA, fur- nished 2-bedroom mobiles. 85° pool, 105° hot tub, near beaches & attractions, Blue Jay baseball, NHL Hockey. Children welcome. March-on (less than motel) 1-727-538- 2123 (Canadian Owner) DISNEY UNIVERSAL Studios, Orlando, Florida. Discount Rates! 2 new executive, 4 bedroom homes with pools. Canadian owner. Call 1-800- 246-1996 or website http:// webhome.idirect.com/~cratne Motor Homes211 1998 38FT MONACO DYNAS- TY, 325hp, diesel pusher w/ kitchen slide, 25,000 miles, like new, loaded. 1991 DUTCHMAN FIFTH WHEEL, 26ft, sharp unit, $11,500. 2001 GULFSTREAM C-body, 23ft, w/slide. Brand new, loaded. $79,000 going for $65,800. Call (905)885–6939 Snowmobiles233 1994 SKIDOO FORMULA MX 470. Excellent running order, low kms, 2002 trail permit. $2500 firm, will deliver. 905- 433–0300 Ray 1996 SKI-DOO FORMULA 111 600 with or without trailer. Good condition. (905)728– 6580 Tutoring Service279 Articles For Sale310 DANBY 5 CU. FT.Chest Freezers, new scratch and dent $199, new danby bar fridges, $139 and up. Also variety of new appliances, scratch and dent. Full manu- facturers warranty. Recondi- tioned fridges $195 / up, re- conditioned ranges $125/ up, reconditioned dryers $125 / up, reconditioned washers $199 / up, new and recondi- tioned coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New brand name fridges $480 and up, new 30" ranges with clock and window $430. Recondi- tioned 24" ranges and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and reconditioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa. (905)576–7448. 17 CUBIC FT Beaumark Fridge and Full Size Admiral Range - Both Almond Color $250 For Both 905-831-3054 Evenings PIANO SALE- Great prices on all Roland digital, Samick acoustic pianos and used pia- nos. All Howard Miller clocks.. Large selection of used pianos (Yamaha, Kawai, Heintzmann etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with less- ons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental payments apply. Call TELEP PIANO (905) 433- 1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES HANK'S APPLIANCES. Matching fridge/stove, good condition $249; Washers reg/ extra-cap $149/up. Dryers ex- tra/reg $125/up. Selection apt.-size washers/dryers. Se- lection fridges $150/up. Side- by-sides $299. White/almond stoves, full/apt-size $150/up. Portable dishwashers $225/ up. Visit our showroom. Parts/sales/service. 426 Sim- coe St.S. Mon-Fri 8-6pm, Sat 9-5pm, Sun 11-4pm. (905)728-4043. APPLIANCES:refrigerator 2- door frost free, deluxe stove, matching heavy duty washer/ dryer $675/all- will sell sepa- rate. Also washer used 2 years $250 + Dryer $225, 8 mo old dishwasher $275. all top condition. (905) 767-6598 BEDROOM SET, 8pce cherry- wood. Bed, chest, tri-dresser, mirror, night stands, dovetail construction. Never opened. In boxes. Cost $9000, Sacri- fice $3500. 416-748-3993 CARPETS SALE & HARD- WOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $339. (30 sq. yd.) Includes: carpet, premium pad and installation. Free estimates, carpet repairs. Serving Durham and sur- rounding area. Credit Cards Accepted Call Sam 905-686- 1772. CARPETS! CARPETS!CAR- PETS! 3 rooms carpeted with pad and installation $299 (32 yds.). SPECIAL BUY - 24oz. Berber, 10 colours, $7.50/yd. 32oz Berber, 12 colours, $8.50/yd. 45oz Nylon Saxony, 30 colours, $13.50/yd. NO HIDDEN COSTS. Free shopt at Home Service. Guaranteed Best Prices. SAILLIAN CAR- PETS, 905-373-2260. SOFT TUB, 4 man, mint shape, $1800. COMPUTER - PentiumII 266- 64MB Ram, 4 GBHD, 56K modem, CD Rom, floppy, keyboard, speakers/ mouse, SVGA monitor, good quality, $350. Can deliver and set up. 905-439–4789 ComputerDeals.Net P-4 tower of power with CD-burner $888. Pentium internet starter $249. Laptops, big selection from $399. New ultrafast 2-way satellite internet, available an- ywhere. We love doing up- grades & difficult repairs. (905)655–3661 COMPUTER LAPTOPS for sale. IBM Thinkpad laptop 366 MHz $800. IBM PII 266 com- puter $250. PII 350 $350. More computers available. Call Al (416)569-7104. CONTENTS SALE:Moving out of province, queen size bed- room suite $350, floor console TV $175; glasstop dinette set $180; curio cabinet $350, freezer, brand new $175non- smoker, like new, etc. 905- 242-7300 DININGROOM 14 PCE cher- rywood. 92" double pedestal. 8 Chippendale chairs. Buffet, hutch, server, dovetail con- struction. Still in boxes. Cost $14,000. Sacrifice $5000. (416)746-0995. DIRECT T.V. Looped HU cards swapped $60; HU un- looping $60; Complete sys- tems $280; HU loaders $100; AVR boards available. In- stallation kits $20. Call (905) 259-0320 DSS SYSTEMS with 90 day program guarantee $310. H and HU programming, private 3m script, $50. 90 day guar- antee. HU cards $225. Card swap $125., Whitby (905) 721–9953 DTV RCA SATELLITE sys- tems, complete with dual LNB, programmed hu card, H & HU card programming, installa- tion available. Kirks Satellite Services, (905) 728-9670. DIRECT TV EMULATION. Safeguard your Hcard now. B.S. too, emulate from $175. Single IRD to multi IRD's with 1 card. Hidden Emuchip, leave #, immediate response. (416) 683–4987. DIRECT-TV PROGRAMMING H & HU Cards $20 with 1 month guarantee. Systems, cards, emulation, loaders on sale. Call (905)430–9214 DISTRESSED SALE - Must sell! 3 steel building. Never erected. One is 50 x 100. Sac- rifice prices. 1-800-221-5949. DRESSERS $45,6 chairs $25, beds $25 each, stove $50, bedroom suites $195, antique oak buffet $195, diningroom suite $325, kitchen table & 4 chairs $28, coffee & end table $30, sofa $150, pictures $5 each, lamp $8, many more items & antiques. 905-697- 3532. DSS SALE systems $299 pri- vate H and HU card program- ing $50 90 day warranty. un- looping $70, HU $200 HU loaders $150 905-668–4964 Whitby, 905-683-8565 Ajax, 905-985-7798 Port Perry. ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE - holds TV up to 38", solid oak/ glass doors, 62" wide x 20" deep x 52" high, like new, asking $600. Call 905-665– 6281 FILING CABINETS,used verti- cal and lateral, up to 70% OFF new list prices. Call 905-668- 0800. GOLF CLUBS Ping Iron set, 0-size, including putter/wedge/ bag plus Goliath, Stiletto II, Big Bertha, woods & driving irons. $999.99. Please call 905-655- 7283 HARDWOOD FLOORS FOR BETTER HEALTH. Prefinished and unfinished from $2.49 sq.ft. Showroom: Kendalwood Plaza 1801 Dundas St. E., Whitby 905-433-9218 Oshawa Hardwood Floors Ltd. HOT TUB,6 person unit with bed, 4h.p. motor with ozonator and crystal clear cedar skirt, deluxe cover, 7 month old, $9,000 new, asking $6,000, OBO 905-697–5864 INCREDIBLE SCIENTIFIC Breakthrough in Skin Care History. Delivered results in days. Psoriasis, Acne, Ecze- ma, Sunburn, Rashes, Fine Lines & Wrinkles. Free Sam- ples. Call 905-665-7080 or ..Email your address to: newskin007@hotmail.com INTERACTIVE,award-winning, visual and/or audio computer software on CD ROM, or web transmitted training of the lat- est O/S, M/S, Applications and web publishing for individual and company personnel. AT VERY AFFORDABLE PRICES. For more information call (905)434–4478 KONICA 1015 10-page sorter/ copier $1000; 5ft. Metafile le- gal file cabinet 5 drw $350, Tallboy wardrobe/2 matching nighttables $500; HP 5200C scanner $150, Melamine computer desk rht hand rtn $200, Solid-wood Cdn-made diningroom table/8 chairs/2 cptn/2 buffets, $2500. 905- 436-6367 LIVING ROOM COUCH - hon- ey brown $110. 905-373-6082. LUIGI'S "Simmons" Mattress Saleabration celebrate huge savings on all Simmons mat- tresses, including the no-flip series ($799 Queen Set), and the do-not disturb pocket coil mats ($899. queen set). Coil spring mattresses from $89., Futons from $165., Palliser leather and upholstery reclin- ers and stationary sofas and loveseats, priced below wholesale. Now displaying pallisers' new spill resistant furniture. We're clearing our warehouse and passing on huge savings to our custom- ers. Prices slashed on all fu- tons, mattresses, sofas, love- seats, wing chairs, etc. no charge delivery and mattress removal for customer in this area. For the best quality at the lowest price, check us out first, our prices can't be beat. Luigi's Furniture, 488 King St. W., Oshawa (905) 436-0860. MASSAGE TABLE,workshop portable with cradle & stool, 25 lbs. 2" foam $200. (905)809–5926 MEAT GRINDER, meat saw and meat slicer, meat tender- izer, sausage stuffer, beam scale for sale. All items in excellent condition. Call 905- 623–1436 MEN'S BLACK LEATHER COAT, 3/4 length, top quality, size 2X, $250. 905-373-6082. MOTORIZED WHEEL CHAIR, almost new. $2,000 o.b.o. Call (905)686–9921 ANTIQUE FRENCH door, with beveled glass windows, and with antique brass handle. 23" x 80". Excellent condition. $150. 905-697-9462 NEW SNOWBLOWER,10.5 hp Mastercraft, drift cutter, light, manual power steering, elec- tric start $900. WELDER EX- ERCISER, good condition $200. 905-725-0694 PIANO TECHNICIAN available for tuning, repairs, & pre-pur- chase consultation on all makes & models of acoustic pianos. Reconditioned Heintz- man, Yamaha, Mason & Risch, & other grand or upright pianos for sale. Gift Certificates available. Call Barb at 905-427-7631 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com Visa, MC, Amex. PIANO, mid-size, $950; an- tique Hoosier $1100; unique large sofa (blue)-ends recline, centre converts to table w/ storage drawer, separates for moving excellent condition, $750 (paid $1700). 905-831- 6756 PLAYSTATION MOD CHIPS PS1 basic chip $35; Stealth chip $60; PS2 Version 1 & 2 $75; Version 3 $95; Version 4 $125; All work guaranteed. Install while you wait. Bea- trice/Wilson area (905)721- 2365 RENT TO OWN new and re- conditioned appliances, and new T.V's. Full warranty. Pad- dy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798-5502. SOLID OAK ENTERTAINMENT unit $1500; solid oak dining suite $1500; Oriental 4 panel screen $1200; Oriental end table $400; Oriental wall hanging $100; Coffee table w/ brass tray $400; appliances: fridge, stove, portable dish- washer $900(3 items) other small items lamps +side chairs. 905-655-8563 SOLID WOOD bunkbeds with mattresses, like new with 2 white wardrobes $600. obo; 11 pc. solid wood diningroom set $600 obo. Little Tykes Country Kitchen with accessories $50. obo. Call 905-728-9957. YAMAHA 350H ELECTRIC GUITAR wiht 15 watt, Squier amp, hard guitar case, stand and patch cord. Asking $375 OBO. 905-377-9983. OAK/PINE FURNITURE....We have expanded our showroom and are filling it with exciting New Designs in Solid Wood Bedrooms, Dining Rooms and Entertainment Units. We have a large selection available, and if you don't see what you are looking for, we will build to your specifications.... Let Tra- ditional Woodworking be your own personal FURNITURE MAKER. We have been build- ing quality solid wood furni- ture in the Durham Region for 27 years. We pride ourselves on being able to take your ideas/plans and turn them into reality. Drop in and see our State of the Art Woodworking facility and let us show you how quality fine furniture is made... Remember..."There is no Substitute for Quality"..Tra- ditional Woodworking.... 115 North Port Road (South off Reach Road), Port Perry. 905- 985-8774. www. traditionalwoodworking.on.ca STORAGE TRAILERS AND storage containers, 24 ft. & 22 ft.. Call 905-430-7693. WANTED!Will pay cash for fridge, stove, freezer, portable dishwasher, washer, dryer; livingroom & bedroom furni- ture; solid oak, maple, or birch dining or kitchen furni- ture. 905-263-2657 Articles Wanted315 CASH PAID for plastic car models. Built or still in the box. 905-435-0747. I NEED MAPLE LEAF TICKETS - Looking for 4 Maple Leaf Tickets for Saturday, March 9 th. Want good seats. Please call (905) 728-9815 snc USED, deluxe TENT TRAILER, preferably equipped with bath- room / fridge / stove. Please call 905-373-4871. WANTED - Men's CROSS- COUNTRY SKIS and boots, size 14. Call 905-377-9983. WANTED - Spring clothing. Last years prom wear, com- munion dresses, flower girl dresses and boys suits. Con- tact: It's Worth Repeating, 3555 Thickson Rd. N. Whitby 905-579-9912. Vendors Wanted316 4TH ANNUAL Garden & Landscape Show. Children's Arena Oshawa, April 12, 13, 14. Vendor space available. Call Sharon Dickson 905-579- 4400 ext. 2285 to reserve your booth. Sponsored by Oshawa Whitby This Week VENDORS WANTED - The Oshawa This Week Spring Home Show, April 5th-7th/02 at the Oshawa Civic Auditori- um. The Durham Spring Home Show, April 19th-21st/02 at Ir- oquois Sports Complex in Whitby. For info. please call Wendy at 905-579-4473 ext. 2215. Firewood330 KOZY HEAT FIREWOOD,ex- cellent very best quality hard- wood, guaranteed extra long time fully seasoned, (ready to burn) cut & split Honest measurement, free delivery, 905-753-2246. FREE FIREWOOD - Broken woodskids and pallets. Deliv- ery available Oshawa Whitby/ Ajax Pickering area. 905-434- 0392. (snp) LAKERIDGE FARM FIRE- WOOD,the best quality wood, seasoned cut/ split/ delivered. Discount for pickup. Volume discount. Serving Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa, Cour- tice. Call anytime 905-922- 3417 TV, Sound Systems360 H/HU FIX $2 (30 days), $20 one yr warranty www.direct-tv.ca Pet, Supplies Boarding370 AMERICAN ESKIMO puppies. Lovely family pets. Good with children, excellent little guard dogs. All white. Like little po- lar bears (approx 20lbs when fully grown). American AKC registered, $350. Ready to go. 905-623-9971 Bowman- ville FREE BABY GUINEA PIGS, Call 905-428-0132. MINIATURE SCHNAUZER puppies, 2 females born January 12th, non-shedding, first shots, dew claws re- moved, vet checked, $550 each. Call (905)655–9745 Papillon Pups 6 weeks m- $450 f-$500 14 month f ready for breeding Call evenings 905-986-9955. REGISTERED GERMAN Shep- pard puppies, great tempera- ment, family raised, reason- able. Call (905)986–0425 ROSCOE'S RESCUE has for adoption 4 female, Samoyed X Lab puppies, 6 weeks old, 2 white and 2 black with white. A 3 year old male American Pit Bull, white with patches, named Lunker, a 8 month old, brindle, male American Pit Bull named Blazer, very sweet. A 3 month old, tan and white, female spayed Ameri- can Pit Bull named Peppy. Adoption fee applies. SERI- OUS INQUIRIES ONLY. Please call 905-355-5781 www.geocities.com/ roscoesrescuecanada Cars For Sale400 1986 OLDSMOBILE Cutlass supreme, 305 engine, 195,000kms, $700. Call Greg (905)723–8284 1986 OLDSMOBILE FIRENZA, auto, 170,000 km, 2L, air, ps, pb, emission tested & safety check, $1000 obo. Call 432– 1299 8 a.m. - 3 p.m 1987 MUSTANG,2 dr, LX hatchback, 150,000 km, auto, 4 cyl, white with blue interior, body okay, runs great. Certi- fied, $1400. obo. 905-686- 0053 leave a message. 1987 PONTIAC 6000 wagon. 6-cylinder, 2.8L fuel injected motor, automatic/overdrive, sunroof, luggage rack, AM/FM cassette, very good condition, no rust, great running car. Certified/Emissions. $2500 905-431-1209 1988 CHRYSLER LABARON GTS, auto. 4 cyl. turbo engine, 4 dr, lady driven, certifiable, E- tested last Aug. Asking $1500 obo. Call 905-576-2251. 1989 GREY 5-SPD.Cavalier Z24, mint cond., runs great, $3000 o.b.o. Call (905)431– 5463 1991 Acura Integra LS Black, 2 door, 5 speed, loaded, 224 000km, $4900 obo. Please call Justin 905-619–2749 1991 FIREBIRD,$6500, 137K, certified, excellent cond., 905- 623-4266. 1992 BUICK LESABRE. Excel- lent condition, low miles, pdl, pw, p. seats. $5900. 905-576- 1320. 1994 SUNBIRD, 4 dr, 4 cyl, auto, 149,000kms certified, emission tested $3500 (905)426–8922 1995 FORD CONTOUR, blue, 2.5 L, V6, Duratec, 5 speed, loaded, traction control, sport package with aluminum wheels, $5,800 OBO. Must Sell! Call 905-435-3442. 1995 GREEN WINDSTAR, pd, pw, pl, rear heat + air, runs excellent, no rust, easily cer- tified. 144K, $5500 firm. Call 905-728–3457 1997 GRAND PRIX SE, 3.8 V6, excellent condition, lady dri- ven. P. windows, p. locks, air, am/fm cassette, cruise, 75,000 km. Asking $13,500. Call 905-668–5254 1997 HYUNDAI ELANTRA station wagon, dark green, auto, cruise, AM/FM cass., roof racks, 155,000 highway kms., carefully maintained, excellent condition, certified and emission tested, $8,500 OBO. Call 905-377-1542. 1997 PONTIAC Grand Prix, SE, 140,000 k., loaded, power steering, power windows, 10 disk cd., 4,000 kil., left on GM warranty. $14,500 or best off- er. (905) 576-7002. 1999 HONDA CIVIC, auto, air, e-tested, power doors, am/fm, 80,000km. $13,000 o.b.o. Call (905)404–1417. 1999 SUNBIRD,1998 Corsi- ca, 1999 Caravan, certified and e-tested. Best offer. (905) 404–5783 2000 FORD TAURUS SE, sil- ver w/grey interior. 4-door, loaded. 3yr lease ends Feb. 2003. Only 38,000km with 75,000km lease. Call after 7pm (705) 786–3124. AFFORDABLE USED CARS - LOW PAYMENTS! 95 Mazda Protege, air, pwr. 95 Dodge Spirit V6. 98 Tiburon, 52K, 5- spd. 98 Elantra 58K. 98 Accent 2dr. Financing Available. Pickering Hyundai (905)427– 0111. CAR FOR SALE 1999 BLACK Pontiac Grand Am, excellent condition, 50,000km, selling cheap $15,500. Nazir 905- 430–9445 Cars Wanted405 $$$ TOP DOLLARS paid for scrap cars 7 days/week 1989 Corsica, certified, e-tested, $2299. Call (905)683–7301 or (905)424-9002 after 6pm. CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in running condition. Call 427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MUR- AD AUTO SALES. WANTED - '67 or '68 Shelby Mustang Fastback Parts car - rolling - complete. Any condi- tion. Must be authentic #'s. Tel. 905-723-0374. Trucks For Sale410 1991 GMC JIMMY, 4WD, many new parts, new tires, 2- tone grey on grey,350,000 km. $3000. obo. Phone 416-684- 4816 days; 905-436-2440 eve. 1990 GMC SIERRA, white 4X4, 305, 5-spd, certified & emission tested, very good condition, $5500. Call 905- 576-1483. 1992 S10 extacab 1 owner truck, needs engine $1500. Box trailer 12'X6'X4' high. with removable top. $950. 905-433–0775. 1996 EXT. CAB SILVERADO, fully loaded, 305 Vortec, new engine in Nov., receipts pro- vided. $13,500. Call Tony at 905-697-1559. 1997 GMC SIERRA LSE 4 x 4, loaded, 350 motor, matching cap, 82,000 kil., $18,500. Tel- ephone (905) 432–9117 TRUCK CAP FOR SALE - fits long box S10 - S15 $100 OBO. Call Justin at 905-885-2028. Vans/ 4-Wheel Dirve420 1998 CARAVAN, 7 passenger, excellent condition, air, tinted glass, roof rack, 158,000 kms, extended warranty, certified & E-tested, no GST $8250. Call 905-430-3317 1999 DODGE GRAND CARA- VAN SE, loaded, 54,000km, am/fm cassette. $14,900 o.b.o. Call (905)434–2775 or 416-331-2858 TWO 1988 DODGE VANS,one ambulance, one school bus, good running condition, ex- tended, one-ton, V8 ; Also 1988 Ford Custom150 Econo- line, pw, pl, cruise, am/fm cassette, carpeted inside, Call 905-434-0392 Announcements255 Legal Notices261 Personals268 ENERGY WORKER available (Reiki Master, Crystal Healer, Ear-coning Therapist) Mau- reen McBride's Healing/Ener- gy Clearing media document- ed, including Toronto Sun. Four years success treating leukemia, cancers; chronic pain management; dissolving child-adulthood traumas/is- sues. 905-683-1360 days, eves, weekends HEAVENLY PSYCHIC An- swers. Find the oracle within. $2.99/min. *18+*24 hrs. 1- 900-451-3783. Daycare Available273 BABYSITTER AVAILABLE, Monday-Friday after 4pm. Loving & nurturing environ- ment. Experienced mother of 2. Call Lucy 905-428-6118. HARWOOD/HWY 2, no smoking/pets, experienced mother. Close to Roberta Bon- dar & St. Catherine of Sienna schools. Fenced yard, play- room, crafts, snacks & lunch. Call Linda (905)619–3029 PICKERING Beach / Rollo: Loving daycare; 18 months to 12 years. Daily outings (fenced backyard and park). Crafts, story time, music, nu- tritious meals & snacks. First Aid, C.P.R. certified. Non- smoking, receipts. 905-428- 1244. WESTNEY/ROSSLAND reli- able babysitter with 16 years experience. Hot lunches + snacks, fenced yard, ICS di- ploma, References. Receipts, reasonable rates. Babies wel- comed. 905-427–4937 Health & Homecare285 LOSE WEIGHT, Fast, Safe, Easy www.4everslim.com ac- cess 68632, or call Axel at 905-420-5046 Psychics294 LOVE Psychics tell all. Love, job, money. 1-416-976-2288. $25/call. Adults only yogi.com Professional Directory163 OFFICE SYSTEMS/Accounting Specialist for small business. Freelance. I can help you or- ganize paper flow efficiently. Keep up to date on financial status. Deal with gov'ts and banks. GTA. Christine 647- 287-4828 Mortgages Loans165 MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any pur- pose. All applications accept- ed. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905) 668– 6805. CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 100%. From 5.75% for 5 years. Best available rates. Private funds available. Refi- nancing debt consolidation a specialty. For fast profession- al service call 905-666-4986/ 905-686-2557. MONEY PROBLEMS?STOP: judgements, garnishments, mortgage foreclosures & har- rassing creditor calls. GET: Debt Consolidations, & pro- tection for your assets. Call now: 905-576-3505 Home Improvements700 SPECIAL Kitchen & Baths Basement, ceramic tile crown moulding Renovations No payment for 12 months (416)333–5971 Kitchen, Bath & Basement Renovations & Repairs Quality workmanship Flat Rate R.S. CONTRACT INSTALLATION (416)230–9383 Rob/Kevin Keep Me In Mind Decorating, Home maintenance, Int./Ext., Ceramics, baths, Rec-rooms, crown mouldings, fireplace mantels Reasonable Rates Call (905) 655-5374 Cell (905) 718-0743 CARPENTRY kitchens & Bathrooms - doors - windows - garage - drywall - basements, ceramic tile, crown moulding. Wood deck & fence. All renovations, interior & exterior. Aluminum & Vinyl siding Flooring, R. Gravel Carpentry (905) 579-7040 Bathroom renovations, new kitchen counters and kitchens, finished basements, rec. rooms and decks, 20 yrs. Exp. call Mario (905) 619-4663 Cell (416) 275-0034 BUDGET HOME IMPROVEMENTS Barrier Free Renovations. BASEMENT WATERPROOFING Offices Renovations Etc. CALL DOUG (905)426-1611 NEED HELP with an IMMIGRATION or CRIMINAL MATTER? 905-436-6278 (Oshawa) Reasonable Rates NO TIME TO TALK Why not Fax us your ad! You can use your fax machine to send us your advertisement. Please allow time for us to confirm your ad copy and price prior to deadline. One of our customer service representatives will call you. Please remember to leave your company name, address, phone number and contact name. Fax News Advertiser 905-579-4218 WE FINANCE EVERYONE First time buy- ers, bankrupt, bad credit, no credit. You work? You drive! Lots of choice. Down or Trade may be required. SPECIAL FINANCE DEPARTMENT SHERIDAN CHEV 905-706-8498 NEED A CAR?? We Finance Your Future... Not Your Past! • Bankrupt? • Slow pay? • Divorced? • New to country? Call the Finance Doctor "Kevin" 905-831-2693 ext. 309 Michael Boyer Pontiac Buick GMC Ltd. NEED A CAR? Rebuild Your Credit with Newstart Leasing! AS LOW AS $199 DOWN 1-866-570-0045 NEED A HOME PHONE? NO CREDIT? BAD CREDIT? NO PROBLEM! No deposit Required Activated Immediately Freedom Phone Lines 1-866-687-0863 DIRECT TV: HU Card Pro- gramming. $10 Pay Per View Cleaning. $25 quick Fix (2 Month Guarantee) $50 6 month unlimited programs (same card only), $100 1 year unlimited programs (same card only) Bring 5 cards and 1 is free... Any Package!!!!. Call 905-924- 4223 Anytime. TUTORING AVAILABLE FOR HIGH SCHOOL MATH STUDENTS MANY YEARS OF EXPERIENCE $25/HOUR (905)-837-9213 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, February 24, 2002 PAGE 21 A/P OWN A HOME * NO MONEY DOWN * LEASE TO OWN * ARTEN REAL ESTATE CENTRE INC. BROKER *some restrictions apply* Central, North East 416-504-7259 www.artengroup.com 185 Houses For Rent 185 Houses For Rent ATTENTION AUCTIONEERS!! Our "Auction Package" consists of your ad running weekly in these publications: • Oshawa Whitby This Week • Ajax Pickering News Advertiser • Port Perry This Week • Northumberland News • Uxbridge Tribune/Times Journal • Canadian Statesman/Clarington One call does it all!! Phone 576-9335 Fax 579-4218 325 Auctions 325 Auctions INFANTS - 12 YEARS OLD In caring, safe, fun home environment. Licensed by M.C.S.S. Reasonable rates Receipts, flexible hours. Call DURHAM PROFESSIONAL HOME DAYCARE 905-509-1207 273 Daycare Available 273 Daycare Available310Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale 400 Cars For Sale 410 Trucks For Sale P PAGE 22 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, February 24, 2002 DURHAM —The Durham West Light- ning Tormina Homes novice ‘A’ rep hock- ey team blanked the Birmingham Rangers 3-0 to capture the championship at the Michigan Golden Blades Tournament re- cently. The Lightning novices were overpower- ing in the event, outscoring their oppo- nents 31-0 en route to the championship. Brittney Sullivan opened the scoring early in the second period on a three-way passing play from Colleen Broaderip and Stefanie Thomson. Kelsie Moffatt and Megan Hagg added third-period markers, assisted by Erin Cameron. Danielle Cyr was outstanding to earn her second shutout of the tournament. The Lightning started the tournament by blanking Birmingham 6-0. Robyn Crummey scored twice, while Broaderip, Katie Wailes, Jennifer Grant and Michelle Sabourin added singles. The host Michigan team was no match for the Durham West girls as they outscored the Capitals 13-0. Wailes paced the Lightning with five goals; Thomson and Shannon Baker chipped in with two goals apiece, while Crummey, Shannon Stoneburgh, Moffatt and Cameron had one apiece. Drawing assists for the Lightning were Stoneburgh, Broaderip, Cameron, Wailes, Grant, Moffatt, Baker and Julianne Linde- blom. Hagg earned the shutout in net. In game 3, the Lightning stormed the Westland FlyHers en route to a 9-0 rout. Sabourin notched a hat trick; Broaderip, Stoneburgh, Grant, Thomson, Hagg and Baker added single markers. Richard Sabourin coaches the team, as- sisted by Ryan Sabourin. The trainer is Erin Broaderip and the manager is Chyrel Hagg. Lightning novices overpower U.S. foes to win crown Garbage Removal Hauling702 Handyman705 Painting and Decorating710 Moving and Storage715 Party Services753 Dating Services900 FRIENDS AND LOVERS DATING SERVICE!Durham's Own! Find your mate, or just share a moment. Listen to all the voice ads free. Women free to meet men. (905)-683-1110. Adult Entertainment905 Massages910 OSHAWA'S modern wellness. Aroma full body treatment plus hot tub. 905-579-2715. Exclusively Yours Upscale Escort Service Serving Durham Region Discretion Guaranteed Open 9 a.m. Daily (905) 725-2322 Now Hiring 18+ Children’s entertainment for any occasion. BLUE RIBBON AWARD WINNER. 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Phone 905-579-4400 or Fax 905-579-2742 COMMUNITY NEWS Durham Access To Care’s Entire Board and CEO Reappointed by Lieutenant Governor-in-Council under Bill 130 Effective February 16th, Durham Access To Care (DATC) has been converted to a statutory corporation along with the other Community Care Access Centres (CCACs) in Ontario. All Board Members and Executive Directors are now appointed by Order-In-Council. “The appointment of the pre-existing board and CEO is an affirmation of the hard work and skillful leadership that has been demonstrated at DATC.” said William Botshka, past and newly appointed Board Chair. “Our focus remains the same; clients are our first concern,” Botshka said, “We welcome any changes that will enhance client services.” Janet Harris, Chief Executive Officer who has been reappointed as the Executive Director, said “The Board’s commitment to the work of our organization is clearly demonstrated by their willingness to continue to provide governance at DATC”. Durham Access To Care Board of Directors William Botshka, Pickering Barbara Hiemstra, Oshawa Mary Bazeley, Whitby Howard Hall, Port Perry Janette Taggart, Oshawa Lynn West, Pickering Simone Lusty, Sunderland Connie Vesna, Pickering Maureen Wishart, Whitby Marek Ulanicki, Whitby Elizabeth McCreight, Oshawa DATC is one of 43 CCACs in Ontario responsible for the delivery of home and school-based services and admissions to long-term care facilities. For more information please view our website at www.datc.org For further information please call: Paula Landry (1-800-263-3877) Acting Community & Public Relations Coordinator 209 Dundas Street East Whitby, Ontario L1N 7H8 2001 DODGE VIPER 19 HARWOOD AVE.(North of 401) 905-683-5358 • CHRYSLER • DODGE • JEEP “THINKING LIKE A CUSTOMER” 2001 DODGE VIPER SERVICE OPEN ALL DAY SATURDAY AND EVERY NIGHT HWY. #401 VILLAGE PLYMOUTH CHRYSLER TORONTO OSHAWA HWY. #2 COSTCO HARWOODILLAGE CHRYSLER • AJAXILLAGE CHRYSLER • AJAX CREDIT PROBLEMS? May be able to help you get into a Car, Van or Truck Today! Some down payment may be required. 905-683-5358 • RIGHT HERE • RIGHT HERE • RIGHT HERE • RIGHT HERE! • RIGHT HERE! • RIGHT HERE! • RIGHT HERE! • RIGHT HERE!• RIGHT HERE • RIGHT HERE • RIGHT HERE • RIGHT HERE! • RIGHT HERE! • RIGHT HERE! • RIGHT HERE! • RIGHT HERE!VOTED BEST DOMESTIC DEALERSHIP WOW EVERYTHING MUST GO!!! MUST MAKE ROOM FOR NEW STOCK! ONE TIME CLEARANCE SALEONE TIME CLEARANCE SALE!ONE TIME CLEARANCE SALE!ONE TIME CLEARANCE SALE! All previous ad specials expired. + Downpayment may vary with credit severity. Approval conditions may vary according to credit severity. *2001 Finance payments based on 84 months, 2000-72 months, 99/98/97 on 60 months, 95 on 48 months. 8 1/2% interest. **Based on $2,000 *** Based on $3,000 Fin. eg:. $10,000 @ 8.5%= $246.48 mo. for 48 mo. COB $1,831.04, total $11,831.04. O.A.C. All prices shown are plus lic., taxes & admin. 2001 feature cars are previously owned. *RDA applied to price, 0% applicable in lieu of $2,500 RDA. $10,000@0%=$208.33 mo. 48 mo. COB 0. 1998 PONTIAC SUNFIRE Automatic P/S, P/B, A/C. A real beauty. Low kms. Stk #P6749B. Sale $10,488* 1996 PONTIAC SUNFIRE Auto, P/S, P/B, AM/FM stereo, buckets, A/C, tilt wheel, plus much more, only 68,000 kms. Stk #V6994. Sale $7,988* 2000 HONDA CIVIC Loaded, one owner, low kms. Stk. #R4683B. Sale $16,888* 1999 GRAND CARAVAN SPORT Auto, loaded, quad seat. All the toys. Low kms. One owner. Stk #T5367A. Sale $17,988* 1999 GRAND VOYAGER Auto, P/S, P/B, A/C, P/W, P/L, 7 pass. w/child seats. Plus much more. Only 44,000 km. Stk. # V6998 Sale $16,588* Inc. auto, P/S, P/B. P/Windows, P/Locks, convenience grp. III, dual sliding doors, 26T pack., plus much more. Low Km. Stk.# T5388A. Sale $13,988* 1998 VOYAGER 6 cyl., auto, air, AM/FM radio, 7 passenger, only 33,000 miles. Stk. #V6761. 1998 NEON Automatic P/S, P/B, A/C. 24N Pak. Only 12,000 km. One owner. Stk. #V6936. Sale $10,999* 1998 NEON Automatic P/S, P/B, A/C, AM/FM cass., 22D Package. Low km. Stk. #P6736A. Sale $9,688* 1995 CAVALIER Automatic P/S, P/B, A/C. Tilt wheel, cruise control, AM/FM cass., cloth buckets, aluminum wheels. Stk. #N5320A. Sale $7,988*WOW Sale $15,888* 1998 NEON Automatic, 2.0L 16V SMPI Engine. Value/Fun Group, A/C, keyless entry, aluminum wheels, 24G Package. Stk. #V6938. Only 39,000 km. Sale $10,999* 1998 NEON Automatic, value/fin. grp., air conditioning. Stk. #T5145A. 1998 BREEZE Automatic, AM/FM/CASS. 24 A pak. One owner, low kms. Stk. #V6939. 1999 NEON Automatic P/S, P/B, A/C. Value fun Grp. (sunroof/spoiler), 22D. Pak. Low km. One owner. Stk. #V6990. Sale $9,488* 1999 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER Inc. Auto, P/S, P/B, P/W, P/L, dual sliding doors, convenience grp. III, 26T package. Low km. Stk. #P6861. Sale $13,988*WOW Sale $9,888*WOW Sale $12,888* ONE WEEK ONLY!! Automatic, 2.0L SOHC 16V FMPI engine, cruise control, 22 D package Stk. #P6831. No Credit Application Refused … at Village Chrysler GUARANTEED APPROVAL! VOTED BEST DOMESTIC DEALERSHIP No Credit Application Refused … at Village Chrysler GUARANTEED APPROVAL! 2001 INTREPID SE Automatic, skid plate grp., security grp. 4 wheel anti-lock brakes, 3rd row seat, 4.7 magnum V8, AM/FM Cass., CD, 26G Pak. Balance of factory warranty. Stk. #P6976. 2001 DURANGO SLT 4X4 2001 NEON $32,488$32,488 ** ONLYONLY JEEP DEALERJEEP DEALER IN AJAX!IN AJAX! DON’T SIGN ANYDON’T SIGN ANY DEAL! WITHOUTDEAL! WITHOUT CHECKING OUT ACHECKING OUT A VILLAGE DEAL!VILLAGE DEAL! $12,988$12,988 ** Service Hours: Service Hours: Mon. - Thurs. 7 a.m. - Midnight • Friday 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. • Saturday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.Mon. - Thurs. 7 a.m. - Midnight • Friday 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. • Saturday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. SAVE ON DEMO! RECEIVE A FREE COMMEMORATIVE OLYMPIC PIN WITH EVERY TEST DRIVE! Proud Sponsor of The 2002 Canadian Olympic Team COA 4-spd., auto., 2.7L V6, DOHC 24 valve MPI, 22C package, balance of factory warranty. Stk. #P6897. 2001 CONCORDE LX $19,999$19,999 1999 15TH ANNIVERSARY PLATINUM SERIES $17,788$17,788 Automatic, air, power windows & locks and much more. Balance of factory warranty. Stk. #P6848. NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, February 24, 2002 PAGE 23 A/P 4695 KINGSTON RD. SCARBOROUGH $14,896** 2001 CHRYSLER SEBRING PW, PL, PM, tilt, cruise, 15” wheels 2001 GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO Loaded, pw, pl, pm, 4x4 select trac.Tilt, cruise, cast wheels, bal- ance of factory warranty. Low kms. Former rental. Stk#5492A 1999 GRAND CHEROKEE LTD. Leather, pw, pl, pm, tilt, cruise, air, p. roof, all the toys. Call today to save. Low kms Stk#5619A 1997 DODGE DAKOTA REG. CAB Auto, 6 cyl., power steering, power brakes, matching taneau cover. 1999 GRAND VOYAGER EXPRESSO CD, quad seats, low kms, Stk#5653A 2000 DODGE CARAVAN V6, 7 pass. Our best seller is on sale! Low kms. Stk#5584A. 1999 GRAND CARAVAN SPORT Loaded, pw, pl, tilt, air, cruise, quads, rear air, loaded! 7 pass. A must see! Stk#78518A 1998 GRAND CARAVAN ES Fully equipped, luxury model. Quads, all the toys! You will not be disappointed! Low kms. Stk#68605A 1999 DODGE DAKOTA CLUB CAB V6, auto, only 47K 1998 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO Pw, pl, pm, tilt, cruise, only 47K Stk#5658A 1998 DODGE AVENGER Air, tilt, cruise, pw, pl, pm, Low on 57 kms. Stk#75062A Loaded! 1998 DODGE NEON 4 dr., auto, air, low kms. 2 to choose. Stk#5611A. From 1998 PLYMOUTH NEON EXPRESSO 2 door., 5 speed, power roof, loaded, only 54kms.As is spe- cial.You safety, You save! Stk#5693A 1999 DODGE NEON 4 dr., auto, air. Only 47K, low km for this year. Stk#68958A. 2001 CHRYSLER INTREPID Loaded, pw, pl, pm, tilt, cruise. $16,488** $16,892** $17,999** $20,988** $29,688** $8,995** $18,988** $15,989** $17,888**$18,488**$9,985** $11,988** $11,988** 2001 CHRYSLER CONCORDE Loaded, pw, pl, pm, tilt, cruise, power seat, luxury. Stk#5649A 1999 DODGE CARAVAN V6, loaded, pw, pl, pm, dual doors, low kms Stk#5656A MARKHAM RD.MORNINGSIDE AVE.401 MILITARY RD.BEECHGROVEKI N G S TONRD.SCARBOROUGH HOTLINE 416.287.7777 AJAX/PICKERING HOTLINE 1.800.465.8142 4695 KINGSTON ROAD **All sale prices are plus GST, PST, gas, lic. fee & admin. OAC. $9,995** 1999 DODGE RAM 1500 SLT SPORT 2wd, quad cab loaded, bedliner, low kms. Don’t wait! Get the Jump on Spring with 2000 CHRYSLER LHS Loaded, Loaded! p. windows,locks, roof, etc. Low, low kms and priced to sell now! Stk#5434A. $22,998** 1999 DODGE RAM 1500 LARAMIE SLT Pw, pi, shortbox, 2 wheel drive., Just like new! $16,988** 1999 PONTIAC TRANSPORT V6, 7 pass., auto, air, only 46K. Must sell!! Make you best deal now!!! 1998 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER Ideal, 7 passenger, auto., ps, pb. Stk# 68910A. $14,888** $18,488**$29,988** $16,988**$21,988** A/P PAGE 24 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, February 24, 2002