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At a press conference at Queen’s Park, where a long list of grievances and demands were laid out, union leaders warned that unless the hospi- tal backs down on plans to slash jobs, they will seek a court injunction to stop cutbacks. “People are very upset, they’re wor- ried, the community is worried,” said Connie Ferrara, past-president of On- tario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) Local 311 and a Rouge Valley pharmacy technician. OPSEU president Warren Thomas said he wants the Province to replace Rouge Valley President Rik Ganderton with a supervisor to run the hospi- tal and an auditor to go through its books. “The only way to get to the truth is to get a supervisor and an auditor to go in. Numbers don’t lie,” he said. Mr. Thomas accused hospital offi- cials and the Central East Local Health Integration Network, a non-elected provincial body that overseas health planning from Scarborough east to Pe- terborough, of failing to properly con- sult the community on the cutbacks. “They are playing with people’s lives here. Every time these LHINs try to do anything, it’s cloaked in secrecy,” he said, adding community consultation is now only taking place after the cut- backs have been announced. The plan to close the in-patient mental health unit and move the 20 beds from the Ajax site to Centenary has provoked protests from the com- munity, including the picketing of of- fices of government MPPs Joe Dickson (Ajax-Pickering) and Wayne Arthurs (Pickering-Scarborough East). While Mr. Thomas is most concerned with mental health cutbacks, he also plans to forge a coalition with the On- tario Nurses Association to fight over- all cuts proposed for Scarborough’s Centenary site and the Ajax-Pickering location. Rouge Valley plans to cut 220 posi- tions over more than three years, in- cluding more than 70 nurses, in order to eliminate its $40 million operating debt and $38 million capital debt. Moving the mental health beds from Ajax to Centenary is a blow to patients in west Durham Region, Mr. Thomas said. The move also raises jurisdiction- al questions because Durham Regional police will be transporting patients to Scarborough, he said. Meanwhile, Centenary will lose some of its 295 adult beds – 36 be- STRIKING A BIG NOTE FOR KIDS Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo SCARBOROUGH — Lori Filion and the rest of her Veridian team lit up the lanes during the annual Big Brothers and Sisters of Ajax-Pickering Bowl For Kids Sake event on Island Road in Scarbor- ough recently. OPSEU threatening legal injunction over hospital cuts ✦ See Hospital, Page 2 By Josie Newman jnewman@durhamregion.com DURHAM — An unfortunate waste of $138,000 on a botched trustee byelection will hopefully be prevented in the future, trustees at the Durham District School Board standing committee heard on Mon- day. The board agreed Monday to write a letter to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs, copied to the Association of Municipal Clerks and Treasurers of Ontario, to get an assurance from them that the board will not be held re- sponsible in the future if an unforeseen mis- take happens during trustee byelections. “When we met with Ministry of Municipal Affairs recently, they said they would try to ensure nothing like this happens to any school board again. “The Ministry of Education wiped their hands of this from the beginning -- it be- comes too contentious. They said this is your issue, not our issue,” said board chair- woman Marilyn Crawford. In an Oshawa byelection held April, 2007, a practising teacher at the York public board won the seat but refused to quit her job in order to fill the trustee’s position. Under the Education Act, a teacher is required to take a leave of absence in order to work for a school board as a trustee. The DDSB was left holding the bag for expenses from the byelection. Subsequent attempts by the DDSB to recoup the money from the City of Oshawa failed when City officials claimed it was the school board’s decision to hold a byelection and that the City is not responsible for associated costs. The issue was revisited when Whitby Trustee John Dolstra said Monday the board must recoup its lost $138,000. Most other trustees seemed anxious to drop the issue, which has been discussed on numerous occasions. “To continue to expend funds and staff time on this would not be productive. I’m not optimistic this will change. I think it’s time to end it,” said Oshawa Trustee Michael Barrett. 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Pickering 905-831-2641 www.orchardvilla.ca Community Lifecare Inc., Caring Since 1959 DURHAM REGION www.durhamtourism.ca 1-800-413-0017 durhamregion.comP PAGE 2 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, April 11, 2008 tween surgery, cardiology and complex con- tinuing care alone – but will gain a medical psychiatry unit by next year, giving the Neil- son Road campus a new total of 274 beds. Rouge Valley spokesman David Brazeau said the hospital will not comment on the union’s threat of an injunction or demands for a supervisor and auditor. Health minister George Smitherman has ruled out a bailout for the hospital, saying it’s been poorly run historically and has repeatedly exceeded its budget despite pro- vincial handouts. A peer review report released in Decem- ber slammed Rouge Valley for years of over- spending and lax management. Annual bail- outs from Queen’s Park came to a stop last summer when the province refused to give Rouge Valley a further $12 million. The Province’s refusal came just months after former president Hume Martin’s abrupt departure in December 2006. Mr. Ganderton was appointed interim president a month later, a position that was made per- manent last September. Although the three-member peer review team, headed by Markham Stouffville Hos- pital President Janet Beed, delivered a hard- hitting report on Rouge Valley’s operations, Mr. Thomas said a supervisor and auditor are needed to get to the bottom of the hos- pital’s situation. 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Pte. Street was killed by an improvised explosive in Afghanistan. Nan Dunnett knows first-hand how it feels to have loved ones fighting in Afghanistan. Her son has returned home, but her nephew is there until February. “I come for them,” she said. Steve Gibb was there to pay respects to the soldiers overseas. “My Dad was in the Second World War,” Mr. Gibb said. “I used to be with the regiment myself.” Danny Mann and Don White are veterans who come to the bridge each time a soldier is killed and share their stories with strang- ers. Mr. Mann was a trooper in Korea while Mr. White served in Italy and Holland from 1944 to 1945. “I’m here to show support for the families and those who have passed on,” Mr. Mann said. “I think it’s important to support our troops because a lot of our politicians don’t,” Mr. White added. Harold O’Brien just moved to Oshawa from Newfoundland and shook hands with the veterans to express his gratitude and re- spect. “I was just passing by in a taxi and saw the people standing here,” Mr. O’Brien said. “I realized what was happening and told him to let me out.” Durham Region paramedics Lisa Stefanski and Rob Morra were posted on the bridge. “I’m just here to support the troops,” said Ms. Stefanski, who added that ambulances were sent to bridges from Bowmanville to Ajax. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Carole James holds on tightly to two Canadian flags as she waits for the repatriation convoy on the Simcoe Street overpass over Hwy. 401 in Oshawa Tuesday night. Pte Terry John Street, from Hull, Quebec, was the latest Canadian soldier to be killed in Afghanistan. Tributes to fallen Canadian soldier are very personal Director of mental health explains reasoning behind moving mental health beds By Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com AJAX — The consolidation of mental health services at one hos- pital will not only cut costs, it will also improve care for mental health patients, says Cheryl Williams. The Rouge Valley Health Sys- tem’s director of mental health gave a presentation at the first con- sultation conducted by RVHS and the Central East Local Health In- tegration Network Wednesday. A poor financial situation prompted RVHS to cut costs since it’s $78 mil- lion in long-term debt and capital deficiencies. Included in the debt elimination plan is moving Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital’s (RVAP) 20 mental health beds to Centenary hospital in Scarborough to consolidate the unit. However, Ms. Williams explained mental health reform in Canada has been taking place over the last 10-to-15 years. In fact, RVHS had already planned to consolidate the mental health unit before a peer re- view report criticizing the financial situation was released in Decem- ber. “There is evidence it provides better staffing coverage,” she said. Patients, residents, politicians and even some doctors and nurses have expressed their distaste with taking the beds from Ajax, saying it will remove the patients from an environment in which they feel comfortable and create transporta- tion problems. Some fear it’s only the beginning of the removal of services from the hospital. Ms. Williams explained RVHS staff considered four options be- fore making its final decision on the plan. One would have been to maintain inpatient units at both sites, but this would have meant closing some beds either at Cen- tenary or both sites. They also considered integrating all mental health services to one site, but this would have meant closing all men- tal health services at the other. “The issue would be that it would extremely disrupt one community,” Ms. Williams said. The third option was moving in- patient mental health services to one site and out-patient to another, which would have made it even more inefficient. The fourth option, having beds at one and outpatient services at both, is what they chose. Ms. Wil- liams explained staff realizes the difficulty in regards to transporta- tion for patients and family this may cause. “Rouge Valley will share in the responsibility for transportation between the two sites,” she said. She estimated in-patient costs are between $40,000 and $60,000. Aside from problems for families to travel to Centenary hospital to visit a patient, problems could lie ahead for police and paramedics crossing the Durham/Toronto line. She explained getting input from the community will help find solu- tions to these problems. Ms. Wil- liams noted they chose to move the unit to Centenary because Ajax simply doesn’t have the space, “not without severely compromising our ability to provide the medical and surgery services at that site.” She also said many mental health patients are using commu- nity-based services since prolonged hospitalization keeps patients away from their environment and family, which can have “detrimental ef- fects.” “It’s (hospitalization’s) not some- thing they need on a regular basis,” she said. RVAP’s crisis services will be expanded from 12 to 16 hours on weekdays, and from eight hours to 16 on weekends. NO DIPLOMA? NO PROBLEM! 120 Centre St. S., Oshawa COMPLETE YOUR GRADE 12 OR BE READY FOR A NEW JOB IN JUST 7 WEEKS CLASSES BEGIN THURSDAY MAY 1, 2008 REGISTER N O W ! ADULT DAY SCHOOL You’re c l o s e r t h a n y o u t h i n k ! You’re closer than you think! 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No appointment necessary. durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, April 11, 2008 First consultation meeting takes place on hospital plans Residents pleased with delay By Keith Gilligan kgilligan@durhamregion.com AJAX — A meeting on the pro- posed pavilion in the Lakeside subdivision has been postponed for at least a month. Christie McLardie, the Town’s communications manager, says the pavilion plan won’t be on the agenda of the April 21 meeting of council’s community affairs and planning committee. She adds a date for the new meeting hasn’t been set. “We anticipate the next meet- ing taking place in late May or early June,” she says, adding the new date should be known by the end of April. “We’ve rescheduled to consoli- date the public feedback and pre- pare a thorough report, including new elevations and a detailed site plan,” Ms. McLardie says. “The feedback to date has been very valuable and we want to consider all options.” The plan to build a pavilion on Town-owned land at the corner of Audley Road and Ashbury Bou- levard has been controversial, as many residents in the subdivision oppose having the building con- structed near the waterfront. Residents are opposed to the size of the building and the amount of open space it will take up. “We’re pleased,” Cynthia Hawkins, a resident of the Lake- side subdivision and an opponent of the pavilion, says of the delay. “We know the Town’s not happy with the architectural drawings. They have to go back at it.” Residents are happy with the delay, she adds. “Absolutely. We’ve been asking the Town from the beginning to slow down. An- other month won’t bother us at all.” Residents have also been push- ing the Town to consider “what we’ve asked,” Ms. Hawkins notes. The timing for the construction of the pavilion will be included in the final report, but Ms. McLardie says construction won’t be de- layed. The delay in the meeting doesn’t mean the Town is recon- sidering the plan to build the pa- vilion, she adds. “What we’re doing is resched- uling to consolidate all the feed- back, making sure it’s all consid- ered and part of the final report. We’ve heard a lot of valuable feedback and we want to consider it,” Ms. McLardie states. THE NEWS ADVERTISER, April 11, 2008 PAGE 5 A/Pdurhamregion.com ONLINE SUDOKU Now online at 48 1 7 8 6 7 3 576 1 86 9 5 6 7 687 3 91 4 19 24 newsdurhamregion.com Three charged in violent swarming, robbery AJAX — Three young men have been charged with swarming and robbing a teenager in south Ajax. The 19-year-old was kicked in the head and face during the at- tack which left him with a broken hand, cuts to his face and bruised ribs. He told Durham police he was jumped by three suspects as he walked to work Wednesday around 4 p.m. in a greenbelt area off Admiral Road. The suspects fled when a pass- erby intervened, police said. The victim was robbed of his boots and jacket. Officers quickly identified sus- pects, who made arrangements to surrender to police. Dylan Fred- erick, 19, Steven Kurwsh, 19, and 23-year-old Ryan Frederick, all of Forest Road in Ajax, are charged with assault causing bodily harm and robbery. Investigators continue to seek witnesses. Anyone with informa- tion is asked to call police at 905- 579-1520, ext. 2565 or Crime Stop- pers at 1-800-222-8477. Lakeside pavilion meeting postponed one month P eople want in-patient mental health unit in Ajax I finally heard a positive comment from a member of the community regarding moving the in-patient mental health unit at the Ajax and Pickering hospital to Centenary in Scarborough on Wednesday. The Friends of Ajax Pickering hospital was the first to share its distaste for the plan a couple of weeks ago. Then came a number of community members, then four doctors, and then there were the patients. And boy, there are lots. Many have expressed the need for the in-patient unit in Ajax not only so they can receive treatment in a timely fashion, but also and most importantly, so they’re close to friends and family. And, a lot of them seem quite touched when I ask them for their input. It’s a good thing the Central East Local Health Integration Network asked the Rouge Valley Health System to conduct public consultations on the issue. RVHS had consulted groups while drafting up the plans, but not the general public. And, the other day, I finally met some- one who could offer positive comments regarding the changes: television host Dan Carter. He had some horrific experiences as a child, and these issues disrupted his mental health in his teenage and adult years. He became addicted to drugs and alcohol, and when he was finally treated, he was down to 105 lbs. He needed care for his physical health, his mental health and his addiction problems. He said hav- ing the consolidation of mental health care can offer security and the ability for patients to talk to others in similar posi- tions, and having the absolute best care available is crucial. He also said extend- ing crisis hours at the Ajax and Pickering hospital to 16 hours a day from 12 on weekdays and eight on weekends can save a life. RVHS has clearly acknowledged mental health is a serious issue that needs to be addressed, and is doing what they think is best in order to provide the best service to the community. But, the fact remains that the Durham community will be inconve- nienced in a huge way. Transit seems to be the greatest concern. How will they get to Centenary? It’s only 23 kilometres away, but there are two dif- ferent transit systems. Apparently the hos- pital and patients will share responsibility for transportation and ambulances will be provided when necessary, but really, how smoothly will that run? And how will fami- lies in poor financial situations be able to pay the money to either drive or take transit to visit their loved ones? Having the stability family provides close by is impor- tant to their recovery. Also, this vulnerable group has to feel comfortable. I’ve heard wonderful stories about the nurses that play piano for them or take them for ice cream. They’re com- fortable here. When you’re dealing with as vulnerable a group as those with mental health issues, I suggest making sure the movement of beds is absolutely necessary before mak- ing such a huge change. Kristen Calis’ column appears every third Friday. E-mail kcalis@durhamregion.com. Minimum wage hike fair to those who need it most I t’s not altogether surprising that a 75-cent per hour increase to the minimum wage which recently came into effect in Ontario, would draw mixed reviews. Those who are earning the minimum are happy to get a raise, while those forced to pay it out aren’t thrilled their labour costs have increased more than nine per cent. The minimum wage, now at $8.75 per hour, will rise to $9.50 in 2009 and to $10.25 in 2010, fulfilling a prom- ise made by the governing Dalton McGuinty Liberals. But, while it will never be an ideal time to increase the minimum wage for business owners who must always track the bottom line, it’s important for soci- ety and the economy as a whole that it occur. For a nine-year period from the mid- 1990s to midway through this decade, the minimum wage didn’t increase. Pushing it up over the past three years has been a way of allowing those who earn the least to at least partly catch up with cost-of-living increases. The purchasing power of those on minimum wage has jumped by nearly $2 per hour over the last four years, better allowing them to pay bills and buy products. Ultimately, that helps the economy as a whole and adds more tax revenues to government coffers. Those who can make a living -- never an easy prospect for those on mini- mum wage -- can at least feel as though they are paying their way and may be inclined to stick with a job rather than leave it provided the income is enough to survive on. That can mean less of a hit to social services and government- funded welfare programs. Ultimately, the cost of labour is part of the cost of doing business and the cross-the-board minimum wage hike affects all employers who pay mini- mum, equally. If that requires a slight increase in prices to help cover the costs, so be it. The flip side is that those minimum wage earners will have a little extra change in their pockets to purchase their products. There was simply too great a divide between median wage earners and those who earned minimum. The latest increase helps to partially bridge that gap. We think.. e-mail responses to mjohnston@durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax ON L1S 2H5 newsdurhamregion.com newsroom@durhamregion.com The News Advertiser is a Metroland Media Group newspaper. 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Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 40052657 & Editorials Opinions Tim Whittaker - Publisher Joanne Burghardt - Editor-in-Chief Mike Johnston - Managing Editor Duncan Fletcher - Director of Advertising Andrea McFater - Retail Advertising Manager Eddie Kolodziejcak - Classified Advertising Manager Abe Fakhourie - Distribution Manager Lillian Hook - Office Manager Janice O’Neil, Cheryl Haines - Composing Managers News/Sales (905) 683-5110 Classifieds (905) 683-0707 Distribution (905) 683-5117 Fax (905) 683-7363 Cuts to mental health care not right To the editor: I am so fed up with the political use of mental health services. Last year I watched as Lakeridge Health decided to cut much-needed child and mental health services to Durham. Well, tonight the meeting was to talk about the plan to relocate all the Ajax- Pickering Mental Health Services to Scarborough. Durham Region is one of the fastest- growing areas in Ontario and we are talking about transferring needed men- tal health services. Stop playing political games with mental health care, it’s too important! Joan Gates RN OPSEU Local 331 WMHC e-mail letters to mjohnston@durhamregion.com / max. 200 words / please include your full first and last name, place of residence & daytime phone number / letters that do not appear in print may be published @ newsdurhamregion.com Our readers think... P PAGE 6 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, April 11, 2008 durhamregion.com Moving beds will inconvenience community Kristen Calis Renovations to begin this spring and finish in early 2009 By Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com PICKERING — The Pickering Town Cen- tre is going for a more uncluttered, modern look, and will get just that with a $17-million makeover. The recently announced mall renovation project begins this spring and is expected to be completed in early 2009. All restaurants and stores will remain open throughout the renovations. “With over $17 million in upgrades to the shopping centre, customers will enjoy the bright, new, comfortable environment in which to meet, relax, and shop,” said Allan Arsenault, centre manager at PTC, in a press release. “It’s a contemporary, harmonious design, complete with new floors, ceilings, lighting and seating areas.” In an interview, Lorna Murphy, PTC mar- keting director, explained the overall idea is to warm the white interior. For example, wood detailing will create more of a natural look to the columns and railings. “We’re trying to modernize it as well as keep the overall look because it’s really stood the test of time,” Ms. Murphy said. She added the design will include the motif of a leaf to address nature and sustainability. Upgrades will include: new tile floors with inset carpeting; new interior bridges and stairs; redesigned exterior entrances; cus- tom interior and exterior lighting; upgraded washrooms and nursing stations; and, a new mall directory and directional signage pro- gram. Soft-tone colours and wood detailing will makeup the overall decor to create the uncluttered, modern aesthetic. New ameni- ties will include an additional eleva- tor and a series of customer seating areas. The Pickering Town Centre opened with 80 stores in 1972 and was called Sheridan Mall. It is now home to more than 200 re- tailers. It’s had expansions in the 1980s and the 1990s and with more than 10 million customers visiting the centre each year, PTC saw the need to better serve its customers. Another reason for the makeover was to co- incide with the upgraded tenants that have joined the mix recently. “We make every effort to offer our cus- tomers a pleasant, convenient, shopping experience with each visit to our centre,” Ms. Murphy said. “With upgraded key amenities like an additional elevator, we are able to greatly improve the shopping experience for our customers.” Customers can visit the PTC website at www.pickeringtowncentre.com. Former Durham College grad? Come celebrate 40 years of success at our Homecoming Weekend Friday, May 2, 8 p.m. • Suds and Feathers at E.P. Taylor’s campus pub Saturday, May 3, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. • Alumni varsity games; • Complimentary BBQ lunch (noon to 1:30 p.m.); • Campus tours; • Children’s activities; and • Much more. For details, registration and ticket information visit www.durhamcollege.ca/40thanniversary. Trafalgar Castle School’s Where’s Waldo Robot ics’ Team Trafalgar Castle School’s Where’s Waldo Robotics’ Team made the school community proud on Saturday, March 29, 2008. First they fi nished a very respectable 15th out of 65 teams. However, their greatest achievement was realized when they received the Regional Chairman’s Award (FIRST’s most prestigious award, honouring the team judged to have created the best partnership effort among team participants and to have best exemplifi ed the true meaning of FIRST). In addition, Olwen Sigsworth was recognized for here leadership by receiving the Woodie Flowers Award presented to an outstanding engineer or teacher who best demonstrates teaching excellence in science, math and creative design and promoting FIRST. Olwen was nominated by our robotics team members. The accomplishments of the Where’s Waldo Robotics’ Team are applauded and celebrated by all within the Trafalgar Community. Congratulations! 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According to a study published last month, families who eat together may have healthier kids in the long term. The fi ndings, which appear in the Jour- nal of the American Dietetic Association, suggest children who connect with their parents at mealtimes are more likely to have a healthier diet as young adults. The study followed 1,700 teenagers for fi ve years and found those who ate the most meals with their families tended to eat bet- ter as they got older, including eating more fruits and vegetables. This new research bolsters previous studies that found children who share a meal with family several times a week are less likely to smoke, drink alcohol, use drugs or become sexually active. They also tend to do better academically and have better mental health. Unfortunately, while science suggests families make more attempts to eat togeth- er, economic forces are working against them. According to Statistics Canada, workers spend an average of 45 minutes less per day with family members in 2005 than they did 20 years earlier. The length of the workday has also ex- panded, cutting into what was traditionally the family dinnertime. On average, Cana- dians now work about 30 minutes longer each day than they did a generation ago. Exacerbating the meal crunch is simply the fast-paced and full lives of many fami- lies today. Children are often involved in more extra-curricular activities and have more homework to get through each night, than their parents did as kids. So, what to do? Start by doing some ‘investment’ cook- ing: double a meal one night and freeze half for later or set aside one afternoon on the weekend to cook several meals that can be tucked away in the freezer for busy nights. Next, save yourself time by purchasing pre-cut vegetables. Yes, they cost more but you’re more likely to use them and less likely to be pitching out brown broccoli next week. 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We focus on the price, but ignore the quality, durability, service or sup- port. Just one more for you or just one more for me means that the rivers don’t meet the seas now,” Mr. Miller told the crowd. He said the Nile, one of the cen- tral rivers on earth, may not meet the sea eventually. He referred to the ancient city of Ephesus as one of the earliest known examples of clear-cutting. It started off as a port city in the 7th Century BC, but by the Second Century AD, it was abandoned because clear- cutting of the surrounding forest had pushed the city inland several miles, rendering it inaccessible to any water. Mr. Miller debunked the myth of short-term savings. “When I bought my first hybrid car -- I’m now on my second - - my car salesman asked why I would spend $5,000 more when I wouldn’t recoup that amount in gas savings. I recouped more than that in gas, but the funny thing was he spent $5,000 on leather seats and other stuff for his car,” he said as the crowd laughed. He suggested society can get out of its current impasse by changing the educational curriculum to in- clude environmental science. A teacher in the crowd re- sponded by saying, “Our teaching of ecology is very piecemeal at best.” Mr. Miller answered by say- ing the ministry of education isn’t a prescribed ministry for environ- mentalism. Martin Gabber, programs fa- cilitator for science and technol- ogy at the Durham District School Board, is on secondment from his role as head of science at Henry Street High School. He said the lecture series, now in its fifth year, focuses on a broad range of popu- lar topics for both children and adults, like astronomy and how water pollution affects aquatic ecosystems. Mr. Miller responded to a ques- tion about the safety of an incin- erator going up in Courtice with a thumbnail sketch of the options Ontarians have for disposing of their waste. “We’re good at diverting much of our waste, but the remainder either goes in a landfill site or an energy-from-waste site, like Cour- tice. Is it really ethical to have a big pita pocket in the ground -- a landfill -- where you put garbage for your great grandchildren? We’ve had really lousy incinera- tors in the past, in Toronto and in Hamilton, that produced di- oxins. In Clarington, they’re talk- ing about European technology which is much different. It’s much worse to put garbage in a biodie- sel truck and send it to Michigan. But the danger with incinerators is that the Province has no rules about what goes into them,” he said. 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By Michelle Faulkner mfaulkner@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Patients who lose patience when they have to wait to talk to a doctor now have another option: a click of a mouse. The mydoctor.ca health portal was launched by the Canadian Medi- cal Association (CMA) and Practice Solutions recently so that patients can contact their physician online and use tools like an asthma, blood pressure or weight trackers and keep a personal record. Dr. Jay Mercer, medical director of Practice Solutions, said the program was created to meet the needs of patients and doctors. He estimates about 1.5 million patients use the program. The portal allows patients to have a personal health record that is structured so the patient can control it and access it whenever needed. Dr. Mercer said it’s a good way for both patients and doctors to see the same information. Dr. Mercer assures patients they do not need to worry about security. “It’s a secure e-mail facility where doctors and patients can communi- cate,” he said. Even those who aren’t computer savvy can use the site. “If you can do e-mail, you can handle the portal.” Since the program launched, eight doctors in Durham Region have launched their sites. Oshawa currently has two doctors using the web to enhance patient care. Dr. Jay Dahman, a pediatric hos- pitalist and consultant at the Kinder Clinic on Simcoe Street set up his profile on mydoctor.ca as soon as it was offered. “The main benefit (of the health portal) is patient education,” said Dr. Dahman. “The website is avail- able mainly for patient information. . . contact information, location and general questions.” Dr. Dahman said the site provides accurate medical information. He warns against surfing the web to find medical information, because sources can be incorrect. The health portal also allows pa- tients to search for specific doctors and clinics. “For family physicians, it is great to find them online,” said Dr. Dah- man who said there aren’t enough doctors in the Oshawa area. The site allows patients to search for doctors currently accepting new patients. Dr. Dahman said patients should not use the site to replace a doctor’s consultation. “Sometimes you need to see the patient,” he said. “You can’t just give a recommendation online or on the phone. It doesn’t replace a doctor’s visit.” Dr. Mercer agrees. “We built on the foundation that folks like Dr. Dahman have been using,” he said. Dr. Dahman is not surprised that so few doctors are currently using the portal, due to time constraints but hopes others will follow in his footsteps. For patients in Oshawa and the Durham Region there may not be many physicians currently offering the service, but they can still check the mydoctor.ca site for informa- tion. THE NEWS ADVERTISER, April 11, 2008 PAGE 11 A/Pdurhamregion.com Doctors offer online help for patients York to pick up 20 per cent of construction tab By Reka Szekely rszekely@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Plans for a proposed incin- erator in Courtice call for a facility capable of processing 140,000 tonnes of waste per year. York and Durham regions are currently working on a memorandum of understand- ing (MOU) on the facility. In order to put out a request for proposals for companies to build it, the two municipalities have to agree on its size. According to a report on the MOU, ap- proved at York Region’s last council meet- ing, York would commit to 20,000 tonnes of garbage per year and Durham would commit to 100,000 tonnes. An additional 20,000 tonnes of excess capacity, shared equally by each munici- pality, would be included as well, for a total of 140,000 tonnes. Last year, Durham land filled 116,285 tonnes of garbage. “We’re going to hope we continue to increase our recycling and our compost- ing targets, and hopefully not continue in- creasing our waste, but we also know the Region of Durham over the next three years is going to grow,” said Durham Regional Chairman Roger Anderson. “More growth means more garbage.” The Region’s target is 70 per cent of its waste diverted from landfill by 2010. Last year, its waste-diversion rate was 53 per cent. When it comes to building the facility, York picks up the tab for its share of the tonnage and half the excess capacity. That amounts to 21.4 per cent of the construc- tion cost with Durham picking up the re- mainder. Initially, York was looking at a 50 per cent partnership in the project, but that dropped after it signed a long-term contract to have 100,000 tonnes of its waste pelletized annu- ally by a York company. The pellets will be used as fuel to gener- ate heat and electricity. The regions remain equal partners in the environmental as- sessment process. “We’re now planning on putting the ma- jority of our residual waste in the Dongara plant, leaving lower quantities for the en- ergy-from-waste facility with Durham Re- gion,” said Erin Mahoney, York’s commis- sioner of environmental services. York has a 65 per cent waste-diversion target. After choosing the Dongara deal, York announced it was looking at a 12-per-cent stake in the project. That number now rises with the proposed MOU. “That says to me York realizes this is a viable alternative to them ... it doesn’t pre- vent York from becoming a 50-50 partner in the future,” said Mr. Anderson. In fact, both regions would get the first crack at the excess capacity before third parties. “It’s useful to have some access to sup- plementary capacity ... but we think the capacity that’s provided would meet our needs,” said Ms. Mahoney. Any future expansion would be paid for by the region requiring the additional ca- pacity. “There’s not a limit, but it would have to be based on York’s needs on quantities of waste and the reasonable commercially available size of the technology,” said Ms. Mahoney. Mr. Anderson said Durham will look at approving the MOU later this month, likely at the same time as council votes on a busi- ness case for the energy-from-waste proj- ect. 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Clarington’s local councillors will be in- vited to go, as will the chairs of regional council committees including finance and health and social services. Regional chairman Roger Anderson said he thinks it’s important that Clarington’s local councillors have as much opportunity to learn as they want. He’s aware that councillors have been criticized for previous trips. “You get criticized for going and you get criticized for not going,” said Mr. Anderson, adding that there’s a tight schedule on such trips. “We’re not there for fun and games.” Works commissioner Cliff Curtis said he expects the cost to be less than $1,000 per person. Durham councillors to visit stabilized landfill near Halifax Pickering/Ajax 905-683-4477 Oshawa/Whitby 905-571-2377 Carrier rebate of up to $1,100 Take advantage of the numerous government rebates of up to $4300 for high effi ciency gas furnaces and air conditioners (21 Seer)! Don’t Leave It To The Last Minute! Call Today! 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He added the United States Environmental Protection Agency has classified triti- um as a human carcinogen. Tritium is produced nat- urally in the atmosphere and hits the ground and lake water through rain, but less than one per cent of tritium occurs naturally. A human-made source of tritium includes nuclear re- actors used for producing electricity. The current Canada and Ontario standard for drink- ing water is 7,000 becquer- els per litre, whereas the United States’ limit is 740 Bq/L. “Clearly our standard is one of the worst,” he said. Mr. Brenner spoke at a Pickering council meeting the night before his pre- sentation to ODWAC about a 1994 recommendation wherein he and other com- munity groups advised the Ontario Advisory Commit- tee on Environmental Stan- dards to reduce the accept- ed level for tritium, which at the time was 40,000 Bq/L. Mr. Brenner suggested it be reduced to 20 Bq/L and council agreed. Last week, council agreed that the 1994 resolution should be forwarded to ODWAC in order to recon- firm council’s position on the tritium issue. Ward 2 City Councillor Doug Dickerson referred to a copy of a letter from Ontario Power Generation’s director of nuclear public affairs, Jacquie McInnes, to show OPG emits low levels of tritium. “Nuclear stations are one of the industries whose op- erations release very small amounts of tritium unto the environment,” she wrote. She later added health is the OPG’s top priority and it would not operate if there was a health concern for the public. Ms. McInnes further noted OPG has committed to an internal target of 100 Bq/L and said “tritium re- leases from our operations are much lower, with an- nual averages in the five to seven Bq/L range, as tested at the local water treatment plants.” The ODWAC has con- sulted with the OPG on its current research. Mr. Brenner said he’s not criticizing OPG, and said he’s “not suggesting for a moment we’re in a crisis,” but, he said there are things that can be done to prevent the potential risk. THE NEWS ADVERTISER, April 11, 2008 PAGE 15 A/Pdurhamregion.com Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Looking way up AJAX — It was perfect kite-flying weather over the weekend at the Ajax waterfront for Hailey-Jade Burke, who was getting a little help from her dad Matthew. Pickering wants lower levels of tritium in drinking water By Melissa Mancini mmancini@durhamregion.com WHITBY — Accessibility is not just about removing physical bar- riers. That was the message Lieutenant Governor David Onley passed on to a full auditorium when Whitby Mental Health Centre (WMHC) launched its Accessibility Aware- ness Program last Wednesday. Lt-Gov. Onley, who has lived with polio and post-polio syn- drome, worked as a broadcaster for many years. He outlined the true meaning of access for Ontar- ians with disabilities. “By accessibility I don’t mean just curb cuts or wider doorways or wheelchair-friendly public trans- portation, although all of these are crucial,” said Lt.-Gov. Onley. “By accessibility I mean the follow- ing definition: accessibility is that which enables people to achieve their full potential.” These sentiments were echoed by others who spoke at the event. “Accessibility is more than just physical and visual modifications to a building,” said Brian Hart, WHMC board chairman. “It’s a mind-set While those bricks and mortar changes to a building are very important we encourage you to think of accessibility in terms of inclusion, opportunity and ac- ceptance.” Accessibility is an issue that af- fects many. According to Statis- tics Canada data an estimated one out of every seven Canadians or 14.3 per cent of the population re- ported having a disability in 2006. This number was an increase of more than three-quarters of a mil- lion people over results reported in 2001. The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act was passed in 2005 and endorsed by all parties. Lt.-Gov. Onley said such unanim- ity is “virtually unprecedented,” and added he believes MPPs rec- ognize the issue of accessibility as one that transcends politics. Lt.-Gov. Onley’s story is particu- larly dear to one staff member at the health facility. “As we were growing up and even to this day I have seen him navigate through a world that wasn’t accessible,” said Liz Onley- Wiseman, manager of volunteer services at WMHC and the lieuten- ant governor’s sister as she intro- duced her brother to the crowd. REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETINGS REGARDING AREA SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT CHARGES FOR THE WATER SUPPLY AND SANITARY SEWERAGE IN THE CARRUTHERS CREEK AREA OF THE TOWN OF AJAX On May 7, 2008 the Council of the Region of Durham will hold two public meetings, pursuant to Section 12 of the Development Charges Act, 1997. These public meetings will be held to explain the proposed area specific development charges by-laws and the related underlying background studies and to obtain public input on those proposed by- laws and studies regarding water supply and sanitary sewerage services in the Carruthers Creek area of the Town of Ajax. All interested parties are invited to attend the Public Meetings of Council and any person who attends a meeting may make representations relating to the proposed by-laws. 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Unit #1, Ajax 905-428-7665 The best way to blue. Plus applicable Taxes (Some conditions apply) Over the next 6 weeks, students from University of Ontario Institute of Technology will be conducting random telephone surveys to determine community priorities in the area of health and human services. Your opinion matters to us. This survey gives you the opportunity to speak out about your community concerns. Tell us what is important to you. If you receive a call asking you to participate in this telephone survey, please take 15 minutes to answer the questions. You could be helping improve the quality of life in our community. You Matter....Your Family Matters...Community Matters. CommunitMatters As our population grows and changes, needs of residents and issues in our community are growing and changing as well. No one knows their community better than the people who live here. We gratefully acknowledge the Ontario Trillium Foundation for their fi nancial support. YOUR VOICE MATTERS THE FRIENDSHIPS I VALUE “When you’re with people with similar interests and experiences, it’s easy to make good friends.” www.chartwellreit.ca Call 905-683-7321 Our home-like, family oriented facility is full of love and compassion. Drop by and have a tour & see what The Ballycliffe family has to offer you and/or your loved ones. BaLLYCLIFFE LODGE Retirement Residence 70 Station St., Ajax, ON THE NEWS ADVERTISER, April 11, 2008 PAGE 17 A/Pdurhamregion.com DURHAM — Durham detectives are in- vestigating two commercial robberies in the Region. In one case, a bandit fled when met with resistance, while in another a robber ran off with handfuls of cash, police said. • A clerk working at a Mac’s Milk store on Harwood Avenue South in Ajax strug- gled with a lone bandit who grabbed him and told him to lie on the floor in a rob- bery attempt at about 10:45 p.m. Tuesday, police said. When the clerk put up a fight, the sus- pect, a black man in his early 20s, fled empty-handed. • A man armed with a knife demanded cash from a worker at the Pioneer Gas Bar on Liberty Street South in Bowmanville at about 1:30 a.m. When the clerk opened the cash drawer the robber reached in and grabbed a handful of money, then ran to a nearby vehicle and headed south toward Hwy. 401. Police are looking for a white man be- lieved to be in his 30s. Police probe two robbery reports Get local news from your community 24/7 mobile.newsdurhamregion.com Immaculate Heathwood built 4 bdrm detached home with den. $20,000++ in upgrades. Hardwood floors, cournice mouldings, lovely kitchen with backsplash and pot lights, gas fireplace in family room, oak staircase, garage access. Beautiful arched doorways. Builder partially finished bsmt with 2+1 bdrm and rec rm. SAT. & SUN. APRIL 12 & 13, 2-4 P.M. 59 BAMBRIDGE ST., AJAX ARUNJIT QAUMI Broker & PARM QAUMI Sales Representative 905-672-1234 WOW NEW PRICE!!! New Price $ 3 7 4 , 9 0 0 Each Brokerage is Independently Owned & Operated HomeLife/United Realty Inc., Brokerage view on-line at... www.homes.durhamregion.comwww.homes.durhamregion.com OpenHouses this Saturday and SundaySaturday and Sunday ~Opportunityis~Opportunity is Knocking~ ~Opportunity is Knocking~ For more listings see next page This is a west Pickering Rouge Valley beauty! Hardwood floors from the front to back door, stainless steel appliances, new tiling in all baths, appeal is an understatement. We have a first time buyers gift! Saturday Open House only! www.thehudsonteam.ca SAT. APRIL 12, 2-4 P.M. 1987 PINEGROVE AVE., PICKERING ROUGE RIVER Realty Ltd. Brokerage JENNIFER HUDSON Sales Representative 416- 286-3993 STEVE KOSTKA* 1-800-663-7119 ROUGE RIVER Realty Ltd. Brokerage SUN. APRIL 13, 2-4PM STUNNING HOME ON EXCLUSIVE “CUL-DE-SAC” **JUST LISTED** All Brick “4” Bedroom COUGHLAN HOME in prime Pickering Location!! Lots of trees behind home. Finished basement “OPEN CONCEPT” **9 ft. ceilings **Gleaming Hardwood fl oors **Garage Door Entrance To Home **”2” x 5 pce baths, Central Air, Fully Fenced. Just Move In!! Call Steve Kostka Now!! 905-839-7449 2034 BLOOMFIELD CRT. PICKERING Finch/Valley Farm $379,9 0 0 623 CHIRON CRES., PICKERING (Whites/Strouds) Fully Detached all brick home in Prime “Pickering Location” Gleaming “Hardwood Floors” thru-out, Quality Built Home By Chapman Homes!! Finished “L” shaped basement, Gas Fireplace, Central air, All appliances, **Complete “NEW ROOF”, Windows. Shows very well!! Call Steve Kostka Now 905-839-7449. “VIRTUAL TOUR” www.stevekostka.com SAT. APRIL 12, 2-4PM $314 , 9 0 0 “VIRTUAL TOUR” www.stevekostka.com FERGUS SHARPE Sales Representative 416-289-3333 GIVING YOU THE EDGE $339,900 An impeccably maintained 2+2 bedrm detached home within lakeside community. $$$ spent in upgrades. Terrifi c open concept living & dining w/ gas fi replace & wood fl rs. Bright eat-in kit. Unique upper level addition with 2 bedrms, offi ce nook & walk in closet. Sep entry to prof fi n basement with rec rm, fi replace, wood fl rs, pot lights, wet bar, 2 bedrms & gorgeous 4-piece bath. Tremendous in-law suite potential. Oversized garage for mechanic/hobbyist. W/o to 3 private sundecks. Inground Pool. Quiet south-end location. Walk to lake, yacht club & conservation area. View more photos at: www.FergusSharpe.com SUNDAY APRIL 13, 2-4 PM 625 MARKSBURY RD, PICKERING Realtron Realty Inc. Brokerage SUN. APRIL 13, 2-4PM 1846 ROSEBANK RD PICKERING Rosebank/Strouds Don’t miss this beauty! Upgraded & spotless! Det! Brick! 2 sty! Double garage! 4 bdrms! 3 baths! Gorgeous Brazilian hardwood fl oors thru-out! 9 ft ceilings! Open concept! Family room w/gas fi replace! Fabulous eat-in kit! Ceramics! Cac! Cvac! California shutters! Water softener! Modern, neutral decor! Full bsmt! W/O to private yard! To view call Donna 416-708-9812. $380,000 SHOWS TO PERFECTION! West Realty Inc. Brokerage DONNA BAGLIERI* 416-708-9812JULIA WARREN Sales Representative 416-690-2181 647-281-0452$289,900SAT. & SUN. APRIL 12 & 13, 2-4 PM 1730 SILVER MAPLE DR, PICKERING (Rosebank & Stroud) 3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom Semi-Detached Fantastic Location. Modern Updated Home W/ Reno’d Eat-In Kitchen & Granite Countertops. New Hardwood Flrs In Bright Open Concept Living/Dining Rm W/ Gas Fpl. Newly Completed Deck W/ Built In Sun Awning In Backyard Overlooks Landscaping & Garden. Master Bdrm W/ Ensuite Bath & Walk In Closet. Kids Can Walk To School! Near Shopping & Services. DAVID STOKES Sales Rep. 905-839-7449 1-800-663-7119 This 5 level 4 bedroom home has everything a family needs, eat-in kitchen, family room with w/o to deck, rec room has w/o to interlock patio, “mud” room with garage access, C/A, 2 fireplaces, 3 washrooms, newer windows, roof & furnace. Don’t delay. Call David for your appointment. SAT. APRIL 12, 2-4PM 691 WESTSHORE BLVD. (Oaklahoma/Westshore) ROUGE RIVER Realty Ltd. Brokerage www.forsaleindurham.ca$329,9 00 QUALITY ONE LTD., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated www.WeHelpYouMoveHome.com 4 EDGELY CRT., DELANEY & CHURCH SATURDAY & SUNDAY APRIL 12 & 13, 12-4 PM Call DON DENNIS or LORRAINE HICKLING TODAY! Sales Representatives 905-683-8661 APRIL SHOWERS BRINGS $10K IN DOLLARS!! * Brand New luxury townhomes just built in Historic Pickering Village * Freehold - no maintenance fees * Gas Fireplace * Quality designer kitchens * Finishes/upgrades to be chosen by buyer on some lots * Close in 30 days on some lots Purchase a ‘BALMORAL’ model for $279,900 and receive $10,000 Bonus Dollars to be used towards upgrades. ~ NO CASH VALUE ~ Many lots to choose from! LENA OHANNESSIAN Sales Representative 905-683-1790 416-937-3142 $324,900 YOUR SEARCH ENDS HERE! Beautifully Maintained! 3 bedrooms, Master with 4 piece ensuite, Hardwood fl oors, two fi replaces, Finished Basement, Garage Entry, Central Vacuum, Central Air. Newer Roof, Windows, Kitchen & Floors, Interlocked Walkway and patio, above ground pool, Appliances Included Shows 10+++. www.homesforsalebuylena.com SUNDAY APRIL 13, 2-4 PM 1724 MINSTREL MANOR COURT PICKERING Connect Realty Brokerage INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED OPEN CONCEPT BUNGALOW * Hardwood fl ooring, 9’ ceilings * 2 fi replaces, eat-in kitchen * 3 full bathrooms * 3+1 bedrooms * Finished basement * Heated/insulated garage www.DOUGTAYLOR.ca SAT. & SUN. APRIL 12 & 13, 1-4 P.M. 42 KIMBERLY DRIVE, BROOKLIN DOUG TAYLOR Broker 905-686-3330$319,900First Realty Ltd. Brokerage H O T B U Y !$231,900SAT. & SUN. APRIL 12 & 13., 3-5 PM 1775 VALLEY FARM RD. TH # 107, PICKERING (Pickering Pkwy. & Valley Farm Rd.) NEWER FREEHOLD TOWNHOUSE! Demand Location! Bright Open Concept. 3 Bdrms + 2 Full Bathrooms. Sparkling Eat-In Kitchen w/Walk- Out to Sundeck & Freshly Painted. Large Master Bdrm w/4-pce & Sep. Shower. Direct Indoor Access To Single Car Garage. Private Fenced Backyard. By Pickering Mall, Rec. Centre & Easy 401 Access. Call Nancy For More Details! NANCY YAMASAKI, B.A. Sales Representative 416-281-2200 CASE REALTY Brokerage Independently owned & operated BILL MCLEAN Sales Representative SHANNON MCLEAN Licensed Assistant 905-831-3300 905-686-3330 www.sellingwithbill.com First Realty Ltd. Brokerage Just listed and ready to move into. Super clean with gleaming hardwood fl oors, extra large bedrooms, formal dining room and large spacious living room, private backyard. Excellent family home close to lake school. See you there. 885 VICKI DRIVE, PICKERING SAT. & SUN. APRIL 12 & 13, 2-4 P.M. Beautiful 4 bdrm home steps to park, tennis, schools and shopping, hardwood fl oors on main fl oor, bright formal dining room, cozy living room with fi replace and picture window, 24 x 12 ft. deck o/l totally private yard, newer windows and shingles, this home shows great don’t miss out. 1867 BOWLER, PICKERING SUNDAY APRIL 13, 2-4 PM JUS T LI S T E D $ 3 3 4 , 9 0 0 TODD TRACEY Sales Representative 905-471-2000 Direct: 416-670-5684 Email: ttracey@sutton.com SAT. APR. 12 & SUN. APR. 13, 2-4 P.M. 1903 WILDFLOWER DRIVE, PICKERING Tiffany built bungalow with professionally renovated 2nd level, 2+2 bedrooms and room for a third bedroom above ground, many upgrades. Oak hardwood fl oors, oak kitchen cabinets, landscaping,profession ally fi nished basement, whirlpool tub, large deck a must see. Sutton Group Heritage Realty Inc., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated $44 9, 9 0 0 durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 18 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, April 11, 2008 info@durhamhomeinspection.ca 905-925-5891905-925-5891 view on-line at... www.homes.durhamregion.comwww.homes.durhamregion.com OpenHouses this Saturday and SundaySaturday and Sunday ~Opportunityis~Opportunity is Knocking~ ~Opportunity is Knocking~ For more listings see next page SAT. APRIL 12, 2-4 P.M. 325 OLD HARWOOD AVE., AJAX Beautiful fl ow in this lovely 3 bedroom home with gleaming hardwood fl oors, soaring cathedral ceilings and gas fi replace in family room, large ensuite with soaker tub in master, main fl oor laundry and more! Dir.: North on Harwood, west on Old Harwood. $31 9,900 GREAT LAYOUT! TRACY MULLIN* 905-668-3800 FIRST Realty Ltd., Brokerage www.themullinteam.com EXECUTIVE TOWNHOME ON RAVINE! • Absolutely stunning home backing on to ravine and wooded stream • Open concept upgraded kitchen to die for • Main floor family room with gas fireplace • 3 washrooms/2 balconies • Upgraded pot lighting and pantry • Asking price $329,900 SUN. APR. 13, 2-4 P.M. 301 STROUDS #7, PICKERING SAT. & SUN. APR. 12 & 13, 2-4 P.M. 228 TWYN RIVERS DR., PICKERING EXECUTIVE BUNGALOW! • Spectacular bungalow on gigantic premium lot • Breathtaking open concept kitchen and living room with cathedral ceiling • Master bedroom to die for including gigantic ensuite bathroom with Corian shower • Extensive hardwood flooring • Stainless steel appliances • Absolutely must be seen! • Asking price $429,900 $269,900$429,900BARRIE COX Sales Representative 416-286-3993 bcox@trebnet.com ROUGE RIVER Realty Ltd. Brokerage SAT. APR. 12, 2-4 P.M. & SUN. APR. 13, 1-4 P.M. 37 HIALEAH CRES., WHITBY PERFECTION PLUS! • Great Whitby location near Thickson and Rossland • Absolutely incredible backsplit including main floor family room with fireplace • Upgraded top to bottom including extensive hardwood flooring • Premium lot, approximately 120 feet deep • New windows, furnace & central vacuum, renovated bathroom, upgraded eavestroughs • Professionally landscaped • Incredible value at $269,900$299,900- TERRIFIC SEMI-DETACHED BUNGALOW IN SOUTH AJAX - FIN. BSMT W/IN-LAW POTENTIAL & SEP. SIDE ENTRANCE - NEWER ROOF, WINDOWS, CAC, FLOORING, PRIVATE DRIVE W/LOTS OF PARKING SUNDAY, APRIL 13, 3-4 P.M. 106 BILLINGSGATE CRES., AJAX 905-428-4557 NEW CHOICE Realty Ltd. Brokerage www.CallTheTopTeamSundayTour.com JUDY STACEE Broker of Record GARRY FREE Broker TALKING AD 1-888-340-3361 ID#2111 MLS# E1344883 $22 7,000 Independently Owned and Operated - FABULOUS NEIGHBOURHOOD IN SOUTH PICKERING - I/G POOL & INTERLOCKED PATIO - FIN. BSMT. WITH 3 PC. & SEP. ENTRANCE, POTENTIAL IN-LAW SUITE SUNDAY, APRIL 13, 1-2 P.M. 942 OKLAHOMA DR., PICKERING 905-428-4557 NEW CHOICE Realty Ltd. Brokerage www.CallTheTopTeamSundayTour.com JUDY STACEE Broker of Record GARRY FREE Broker TALKING AD 1-888-340-3361 ID#2108 MLS# E1305349 $309, 000 Independently Owned and Operated KEVIN FRASER Sales Representative 905-619-9500 SAT./SUN. APRIL 12/13, 2-4 P.M. 38 DOREEN CRES., BOWMANVILLE * Great 4 bdrm. semi- detached home in a family neighbourhood * Enjoy your private backyard that backs onto a greenbelt * Close to schools and 401 * Call Kevin Fraser Sutton Group Heritage Realty Inc., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated A gorgeous and immaculately kept home! Quality from top to bottom. Features include 4 bedrooms, extensive ceramics, elegant pot lighting, finished basement w/gas fireplace and office, double garage and entrance. Fenced yard, two level deck, schools, parks, transit all nearby. Call John for details! MLS E1341478. www.wheelerhomes.ca SUN. APRIL 13, 2-4 P.M. 53 MAGILL DR., AJAX JOHN WHEELER Sales Representative 905- 728-1600 AJAX STUNNER! SPIRIT INC. Brokerage $329,900 GAIL DUNLOP Sales Representative 905-619-9500 (Near: Rotherglen Rd. south of Kingston Rd.) PICKERING VILLAGE Beautiful executive home on sought after ‘Rotherglen South’ in Pickering Village! Huge 56’x147’ lot with gorgeous perennial gardens and flagstone walkway. Walkouts from the kitchen and family rooms to the large custom deck & gazebo. Separate living & dining rooms with hardwood floors and custom draperies. Lots of upgrades & renovations: vinyl casement windows, roof, furnace, air conditioning, sliding door & garage doors. Includes all appliances, window coverings, ELF’s, central vac and so much more! SUN. APRIL 13, 2-4 P.M. 36 ROTHERGLEN RD. S., AJAX Sutton Group Heritage Realty Inc., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated$379,900 Awesome freehold townhome just steps from the lake. 3 bedrooms, loaded with hardwood, finished basement, double car garage, 3 baths, 5 appliances, central air and more. Dir.: Bayly to Audley, south to Ashbury then right to Warwick. SUN. APRIL 13, 2-4 P.M. 107 WARWICK AVENUE, AJAXELLIE KINNEAR Sales Representative 905- 432-7200 Ability Real Estate Ltd. Brokerage BARRIEB COXC ales RepresentativeSa #1 PICKERING#REMAX AGENT OVERALL RLAST 15 YEARSKATHY WEBSTER Sales Representative JACQUELYNN TANNER Sales Representative •Upgraded broadloom, fl oorinn •Replaced windows, furn, cac. •Sep., formal Din. Rm. bay wiin Llld dtlt$278,000 8,000 AY DELIGHT! April 9 - April 15, 2008 www.homesdurhamregion.com Pressrun 52,500 Call RANDY today 905-428-2926 direct!www.homeswithlouise.com lmicallef1@rogers.comg GLENDALE - HUGE LOT Call SHAYNE or LINDA LYNDEN 905-831-3300 • 3 baths • Eat-in kitchen oom Cathedral ceiling • Finished basement • Open concept • On a 150’ lot BILL MCLEANBales RepresentativeSa HANNONSHMCLEANMales RepresentativeSa 905-831-33009905-686-33309 www.SELLINGWITHBILL.com First Realty Ltd. F Brokerage OPEN HOUSESUNDAY, APRIL 13, 2-4 P.M. 1867 BOWLER, PICKERINGBeautiful 4 bedroom home steps to park,tennis,schools and,, shopping, hardwood fl oors on main fl oor, bright formalpp, ,pp, , dining room, cozy living room with fipp g,pp g,replace and picture,g,gfiwindow, 24 x 12 ft. deck overlooking totally private yard,g,ygg,yg ppp newer windows and shingles, this home shows great don’t ,gypy,gyp y miss out, or visit www.sellingwithbill.com or see you there.g, gg, gJUST LISTED$334,900 $334,900 JAMES CARR Sales Representative 647-500-0441 905-683-5000 jrcarr@rogers.com CALL ME FOR A FREE HOME EVALUATION! Better than new!! Approx 1875 sq ft!! 2 years old!! 3 bedrooms!! 3 washrooms!! Hardwood floors!! Eat in kitchen!!fl Double car garage!! Will not last!! Call James Now 647-500-0441!!$279,900$279,900AMAZING VALUE QUALITY ONE LTD., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operatedpyy JAMES CARR Sales Representative 647-500-0441 905-683-5000 jrcarr@rogers.com CALL ME FOR A FREE HOME EVALUATION! Approx 1900 Sq Ft!! 3 Bedrooms!!3 Washrooms!! Bright Spacious Open Concept!!pp qpp q !Hardwood Floors On Main Level! Gas Fireplace!gp p pgp p ! Walk Out To Balcony! Walk To Park, Lake And Bik pp kPaths!! Walk Out To Fully Fenced Yard!yy ! Call James Now 647-500-0441!! yy $345,500$345,500 STUNNING TRIBUTELAKESIDE COMMUNITY!! QUALITY ONE LTD., Brokerage Independently Owned and Operated pyy O PE N H O U SE E TILI WAKIDA &T FRANCHESCA PERALTASales RepresentativesS 905-831-22739416 831 1006 TONY PETRIDIS lSl R tti NANNY SUITENOPEN HOUSE: SUNDAY APRIL 13, 2-4PMOPEN HOUSE: SUNDAY APRIL 13, 24PM JAAN KRULL Sales Representative 905 831 3300 $249,900$249,900When it Comes toWhen it Comes to Advertising YourAdvertising Your Resale ListingResale Listing Real Estate Section is Your Best Choice!Your Best Choice! To book your space today callTo book your space today call 905-683-5110905-683-5110 Advertising Consultants:Advertising Consultants: MARILYN BROPHY, BARB BUCHAN,MARILYN BROPHY, BARB BUCHAN, MARGARET COX and HEATHER HRELJACMARGARET COX and HEATHER HRELJAC ANN O MAGNUS Sales Representative since 1987 416-483-8000 UPDATED & AFORDABLE - AJAX $339,900 This lovely 4 bedroom has it all. Double garage & a fantastic rec room. Landscaped garden. Move in and enjoy! www.annmagnus.com ann@annmagnus.com 27 CHADWICK DRIVE, AJAX$339,900sutton-group bayview realty inc. brokerage sutton-group Realty Systems Inc., Brokerage JOSHUA DAMDAR Sales Representative 416-762-4200 or 905-896-3333 “Sincerely Committed to Serving You” Beautiful sunfilled home on quiet street. Gleaming hardwood floors, furnace less than 3 years, family room with fireplace, double drive, 4 washrooms, central air, central vac bright finished basement, great neighbours. $279,900AJAX GEM Rouge River Ltd. Brokerage Sales Representatives 416-286-3993 &DEBBIE PAGE DENISE SHEA CLEAN AJAX HOME IN FAMILY FRIENDLY LOCATION! 3 Good-Sized Bedrooms, Eat-In Kitchen w/Walk out to Fenced Yard! Finished Basement, Lots of Room to Play! Call Denise or Debbie for Further Info or to View this Home! WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?$231,000By Appointment OnlyOnly THE NEWS ADVERTISER, April 11, 2008 PAGE 19 A/Pdurhamregion.com Watch for it... 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Soaring 9 ft. ceilings, Gleaming hardwood & Prof. fi nished Lower Level urban oasis 1432 PARKHAM CRES,1432 PARKHAM CRES, PickeringPickering OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 3-4 PM A SERENEA SERENE SANCTUARYSANCTUARY STROLLINGSTROLLING DISTANCE TODISTANCE TO THE LAKE...THE LAKE...$323,900Stunning New Kitchen 2007, Gleaming Hardwood Throughout, Sumptuous Spa Bath with 2 Person Glass Shower, 2nd. Fl. Laundry & Summer Entertaining On The Deck equipped with Gas Bbq Line. 92 KINGS CRESCENT,92 KINGS CRESCENT, AjaxAjax OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY 2-4 PM A COUP FORA COUP FOR FIRST TIMEFIRST TIME BUYERS... &BUYERS... & HUGE DRIVEWAYHUGE DRIVEWAY FOR BOY’S TOYSFOR BOY’S TOYS$249,900Floor To Ceiling Fireplace In Great Rm, Formal Dining, New Custom Kitchen With “Latte Barre” & Pub Style Atmosphere In fi nished Lower Level Fun Zone 33 - 331 MILITARY TRAIL,33 - 331 MILITARY TRAIL, ScarboroughScarborough CALL FOR YOUR PRIVATE VIEWING POWER OF PROXIMITY! GRACED BY CONSERVATION AND MINUTES TO ANYWHERE YOU WANNA BE!$187,500Coveted Model With Super Reno’d Main Bath, Central Air, Good Room Dimensions, And Finished Lower Level All Freshened Up With New Decor in Demand ‘Seven Oaks’ Ravine Community. 14 BURNINGHAM14 BURNINGHAM SOLD IN 72 HOURS OVER LIST PRICE E 1 3 2 0 9 9 4 T O O N E W F O R O N L I N E P I C S E 1 3 3 4 4 8 8 E 1 3 3 2 8 0 3 E 1 3 3 2 9 6 0 E 1 3 2 5 2 9 9 durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 20 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, April 11, 2008 REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING REGARDING REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT CHARGES On May 7, 2008 the Council of the Region of Durham will hold a public meeting, pursuant to Section 12 of the Development Charges Act, 1997. The public meeting will be held to explain the proposed Regional Development Charges By-law and the related underlying background study and obtain public input on that proposed by-law and study. All interested parties are invited to attend the Public Meeting of Council and any person who attends the meeting may make representations relating to the proposed by-law. The meeting is to be held: Wednesday, May 7, 2008 10:00 a.m. The Regional Council Chambers 605 Rossland Road East Whitby, Ontario In order that sufficient information is made available to the public, copies of the proposed by-law and the background study are being made available as of April 22, 2008 from the office of the Regional Clerk at 605 Rossland Road East, Level 1, P.O. Box 623, Whitby, ON, L1N 6A3, 905-668-4113 (ext 2054). Interested persons may express their comments at the Public Meeting and/or in writing addressed to the Regional Clerk at the above address no later than 5:00 p.m. on May 30, 2008. 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The new programming involves repetitive physical actions and singing in concert with the teacher in order for students to better retain what they’re being taught. Teachers are en- abled to carry out the programming through a slew of new products, such as a teacher’s handbook, shared reading, read alouds, a communicative approach to grammar, and others. “The constant repetition confirms their memory, and music helps students learn French phonetically,” Maria Di- Mauro told the board’s standing committee Monday as she showed a video of the new products. “In the past, we had teachers work harder than our stu- dents and it was very detrimental. Now the students work just as hard as the teachers,” she said as she showed trustees a video of various French teachers using music and pictures as the children made physical actions to accompany what they were learning. “As the parent of kids in French Immersion schools, but part of the 90 per cent of those parents who don’t speak French, I can see a difference between French teaching since my daughter started 17 years ago to my son, who’s now in Grade 6,” said Oshawa Trustee Michael Barrett. Luigia Ayotte, superintendent of programs for the DDSB, said Ms. DiMauro has been instrumental in developing new programs during the past four years, and she frequently meets with principals of French schools and parents of French Immersion students to hear their needs and concerns. Real-life scenarios depict their daily emergencies By Josie Newman jnewman@durhamregion.com DURHAM — The national paramedics com- petition held Saturday at Durham College/ University of Ontario Institute of Technology drew a steady crowd of potential paramedics, paramedic students, and curious onlookers to the day-long event held inside and outside the North Oshawa campus. The annual competition, which drew prac- ticing paramedics from seven provinces to compete in professionally-judged events, fea- tured simulations of paramedics responding to a domestic assault/taser incident, to a boat overturning, and to a variety of other situa- tions Canada’s 14,000 paramedics respond to daily. An enactment held inside the police learn- ing centre at UOIT shows a handcuffed man sitting inside a police cruiser, cursing at a woman sitting behind the cruiser with blood on her face and chest and attended to by a female paramedic. The man inside the cruiser has a heart monitor attached to his chest and is being checked by another female paramedic because he was tasered by police earlier on. With the dramatic flair and feel of a movie set, the same scenario is acted out at three other spots inside the centre and all four teams are judged on their performance, says Rob Johnstone, media affairs officer for the competition. Mr. Johnstone has been a para- medic in Ajax for the past 11 years since graduating from Centennial College. “We seem to be covering a lot of taser in- cidents because stabbings and shootings are weekly scenarios where we come from,” says Clarke McGuire, EMS team manager from Vancouver, as he watches his team of two female paramedics handle their situation. As the paramedics complete their work, each team is asked questions by someone who is acting as judge of their performance. Outside, on the steps of one of the campus building, four other teams are working on the dummy of a man whose canoe has capsized with him, his son and another person inside. The teams test the dummy’s vital signs, fill his lungs with air, and help out one of the other boat’s passengers. Although most of the paramedics are wearing dark blue pants and shirts, some of the teams are clad in khaki outfits. They are military paramedics, who can be trained in only two places in Canada – one college is located in Quebec and another is in British Columbia. Military paramedics, those who go to war zones like Afghanistan, receive more intensive training than regular EMS do because they have to handle a greater depth of crisis situations. 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He then broke the van’s windows to en- sure nobody was still inside and saw four of the seven men lying on the highway where they’d been thrown because they weren’t wearing seatbelts. Mr. Chatelain, three other off-duty para- medics, and an off-duty police officer kept the badly injured men alive until emergency crews came and took two of them to Sun- nybrook Hospital where they underwent emergency surgery. Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Leslie Hunter tends to a patient during a mock Taser scenario while being judged by Lauren McKechnie, right, during the paramedic competition, at Durham College on the weekend. Paramedics from across Canada competed. Paramedic puts training to good use V I D E O S O N L I N E newsdurhamregion.com Watch a video from the competition at newsdurhamregion.com Company earnings still reach $8.9 million though demand f or power dropped by 1.6 per cent By Keith Gilligan kgilligan@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Even though Veridian Corpo- ration has more custom- ers, electrical demand dropped last year. The decrease in demand affected the company’s bottom line in 2007. Veridian reports it had net earnings of $8.9 mil- lion last year, a slight drop from the year before ($9 million). “We did see an average customer consumption decrease,” says George Armstrong, the manager of regulatory affairs and key projects. “It did have a bit of an impact on our earnings.” Although the number of customers grew by 1.9 per cent, the average customer demand dropped 1.6 per cent. Veridian is owned by the City of Pickering (41 per cent), the Town of Ajax (32.1 per cent), the Mu- nicipality of Clarington (13.6 per cent) and the City of Belleville (13.3 per cent), delivering electric- ity to more than 109,000 customers in those com- munities, as well as Port Hope, Gravenhurst, Ux- bridge, Port Perry, Beaver- ton, Sunderland and Can- nington. Another reason for the drop in earnings had to do with “last May, we did ad- just our distribution rates. It was well below the rate of inflation. “We absorbed some of that cost,” Mr. Armstrong states. Dividends to the share- holders are based on the percentage of the compa- ny they own. In 2006, about $6 mil- lion was distributed to the four municipalities. Last year, Veridian re- turned $8.6 million to mu- nicipalities in interest and dividends that came “out of retained earnings,” Mr. Armstrong says. He notes the interest went to shareholders who hold some of the compa- ny’s debt. “It was an excellent year. We’re very pleased, earlier in the year, we took part in a customer opinion survey and we had a 93 per cent satisfaction rating. We’re happy our customers feel we do a good job,” Mr. Armstrong states. Another positive for the company was the seventh consecutive year it hasn’t had an employee miss work because of an injury. “That and the earnings makes for a good year.” “Favourable earnings for our municipal share- holders, lower consump- tion and bills for our cus- tomers, strong customer growth for the utility -- these results achieved in 2007 all support our vi- sion of being the leading utility in Ontario,” Glenn Rainbird, the chairman of the Veridian Board of Di- rectors, says in a press re- lease. Last year, the com- pany also invested $13.7 million on new and re- placement capital to sup- port more customers. Planning a pregnancy? Pregnant? 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Supplies limited. See dealer for details. **$750 rebate for recent college or university graduates. Certain conditions apply. “Volkswagen”, the Volkswagen logo, “Jetta” and “Golf” are registered trademarks of Volkswagen AG. © 2008 Volkswagen Canada. durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 24 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, April 11, 2008 Education program attracted 1,200 children By Josie Newman jnewman@durhamregion.com BROOKLIN — Grade 3 students from across Durham Region got a taste of farm life Wednes- day when 400 of them came to Brooklin’s Vi- pond Memorial Arena to hear farmers discuss their day-to-day lives. Farm Connections was developed by Dur- ham Region’s farmers to increase agricultural awareness amongst children and drew a total of 1,200 students over three days. Now in its third year, the educational caravan consists of eight stations showcasing various aspects of farming including sheep, goats, cattle, pigs, chickens, dairy, vegetables, and topsoil. “Which vegetable do we eat the flower of?” asks a farmer volunteer at the vegetable station. She displays a broccoli plant and then asks how many children like broccoli. Four hands shoot up in the air. “Can someone find a vegetable with seeds that we eat?” she asks. “Sunflowers,” says an excited little voice. “How many veggies should we eat a day?” says the volunteer. “Five to ten,” several voices respond in unison. The class of 20 from Sunderland Public School, shepherded by teacher Marilyn Hunt- ley, came to Farm Connections because she said it fits in with their urban and rural com- munities class. “Despite the fact we live in the north, the minority of kids come from farms. When I was growing up in Sunderland, most of us were from farms. Only five of the 20 children I’ve brought today are from farms,” says Ms. Hunt- ley, as her entourage settles down at the sheep display station. All of them wear badges with green ribbons. Some sheep with several lambs stand passively in two hay-filled pens, alongside a table piled high with lamb fleece. Rebecca Parker, a sheep farmer who has a farm with 100 ewes, tells the children that livestock farming is a 365-day-per-year job. She carries a one-month old lamb with black mark- ings in her arms, like a baby. “What happens if a ewe has more than two lambs at once? She’s only got two teats to feed them,” says Ms. Parker. She holds up a large pop bottle with a plastic nipple placed on top and a special baby formula inside. “A lamb will drink milk for about a month. Adult sheep drink water, eat oats, corn and hay,” she explains. She shows the children a number on the lamb’s ear and tells the children it’s there so the lamb can be identified if he goes missing. A table in the foyer is loaded with home- made sandwiches and desserts, hosted by the Women’s Institute. Jenny Knox, owner of Knox Pumpkin Farms near Courtice, is greeting people there. One of the people who started Farm Connections in 2006, she says the or- ganization’s website will become a resource for educators who include agriculture in their teaching. “We host quite a few school tours at our farm, and we see several kids who come in and say ‘look at the goat’ when they’re looking at a sheep. Grade 3 is chosen for our educational thrust because it has the strongest agricultural component in its curriculum,” says Ms. Knox. See www.durhamfarmconnections.ca for more information. • Ontario Power Generation • Durham Police Services Board • Syvan Developments - Ed & Sylvia Vanhaverbeke wishes to thank all of our 3rd Annual Charity Dinner & Theatre Night supporters for helping us raise almost $30,000 to assist vulnerable children and youth. 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Rebecca Parker and her Middle Kingdom Farm was one of the volunteer groups there to showcase the various aspects of farming to stu- dents across Durham Region. Farm Connections shows kids farm life THE LATEST IN DURHAM’S COMMUNITIESnewsdurhamregion.com FRIDAY, APRIL 11 EARLY INFANCY PARENTING: A non-profit program to help mothers and families nurture their children from infancy to 2 and beyond, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Pickering Ontario Early Years Centre, 1822 Whites Rd. Unit 202. 905-509-0995 (Kelly). ADDICTION: The Serenity Group 12-step recovery meeting is at 8 p.m. at Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd., Pickering. The group meets every Friday and deals with addictions of all types, including co-dependency. Every- one welcome. 905-428-9431 (Jim). ROUGE HILL SENIORS: Join the Rouge Hill Seniors Club for euchre at the Petticoat Creek Com- munity Centre, 470 Kingston Rd., in Pickering at 6:45 p.m. every Friday. For more information, con- tact 905-420-4660, ext. 6302. CRAFTS: Join the Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club to crochet, knit or do your favourite craft. The Club meets at 9:45 a.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. 905-686-1573 (Peggy). MONDAY, APRIL 14 ROUGE HILL SENIORS: Join the Rouge Hill Seniors Club for bid eu- chre on Mondays at 7 p.m. at the Petticoat Creek Community Cen- tre, 470 Kingston Rd., in Pickering. All are welcome, including begin- ners. 905-420-4660, ext. 6302. CARPET BOWLING: The Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club meets every Monday and Thursday at 9:20 a.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. Beginners should come early. 905-428-2716 (Jim). TUESDAY, April 15 CRAFTS: Join the Pickering Village Seniors for crafts on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Vil- lage Community Centre, 29 Linton Ave., in Pickering Village (Ajax). Bring your lunch and your own craft project or work on group projects. Tea and cookies are provided. New members always welcome. 905-683-0334 (Diane). PARENT SUPPORT GROUP: A parent support group meets lo- cally every Tuesday for parents of kids involved in drugs, alcohol, running away, dropping out of school, crimes and parent abuse. The meetings are at 7:15 p.m. Visit www.apsgo.ca or call 416-223- 7444. TOASTMASTERS CLUB: The Speak Up Toastmasters Club meets every Tuesday (except the first Tuesday of the month) from noon to 1 p.m. at 1305 Pickering Pkwy., Pickering. Improve your public-speaking skills in a support- ive and friendly environment. Call Liz Fernandes at 905-837-6343 and she’ll meet you in the lobby. DIABETES FAIR: Barbara M. Lorne from Perception Consul- tants is holding a Diabetes Health Fair at The Petticoat Creek Com- munity Centre in Pickering from 5 to 8:30 p.m. The event will provide education and information by diabetes experts, practitioners, and service providers. For more- information/to reserve space call Barbara at 905-725-4226 or 905- 441-3364. TOASTMASTERS: Gain confi- dence and develop public speak- ing skills with the Pickering Pow- erhouse Toastmasters. The club meets on Tuesday nights from 6:45 to 8:30 p.m. at the Pickering Central Library auditorium, One the Esplanade (near Kingston and Glenanna roads). For more infor- mation call Joanne at 905-428- 7875 or just drop in for a visit. SENIORS: The Ajax Seniors’ Tues- day Morning Discussion Group meets at 9:30 a.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. A presentation on a wildlife sanctuary managed by OPG and volunteers. Everyone welcome. 905-683-7799 (Louise ), 905-428-8711 (Shirley). WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16 ROUGE HILL SENIORS: Join the Rouge Hill Seniors Club for darts, Wednesdays and Fridays at 10 a.m., carpet bowling, Wednesdays and Fridays at 1 p.m., and euchre on Fridays at 6:45 p.m. The fun is at the Petticoat Creek Com- munity Centre, 470 Kingston Rd., in Pickering. All are welcome. 905- 420-4660, ext. 6302. PARENT SUPPORT: The Ajax Pickering chapter of the One Par- ent Family Association holds its weekly meeting every Wednesday at the Ajax Cricket Club at Cle- ments Road and Monarch Avenue in Ajax. Meetings begin at 8 p.m., except for the first Wednesday of the month, when they begin at 8:30 p.m. The group welcomes all single parents, regardless of the age of their children. Learn more about the monthly outings for members and their children. 905-831-7098. EAGLE’S NEST: The Eagle’s Nest drop in for those 50 years and over is at Forest Brook Commu- nity Church, at the corner of Eliza- beth Street and Kearney Drive in Pickering Village, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. 905-686-5647 (Jack) or 905-571-5635 (Bob). BRIDGE: Enjoy playing cards with the Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club every Monday and Wednesday at 12:15 p.m. Newcomers should arrive early at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. 905-619-2626 (Jean). TOASTMASTERS: The Ajax- Pickering Toastmasters’ Club invites anyone interested in public speaking, personal growth, im- proving their presentation skills, and building self-confidence to its Wednesday meetings at the Ontario Power Generation Infor- mation Centre, 1675 Montgomery Park Rd. (at the foot of Brock Road), in Pickering. Doors open at 7:15 p.m. and the meeting is from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. 416-562-0140 (Richard) or visit www.toastmas- ters.org. THURSDAY, APRIL 17 BRIDGE: Join the Pickering Village Seniors for a game of bridge on Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to noon and Saturdays from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Village Community Centre, 29 Linton Ave., in Pickering Village (Ajax). 905-683-8460. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS: Meetings take place every Thurs- day from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at La Storta, Manresa- Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre, 2320 Liverpool Rd. All welcome. For more infor- mation call Edith at 905-686-3834. 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He is heavily influenced by the Hip- Hop culture and music genre. “I got my start through a Hip- Hop group. I couldn’t rap, so I figured I could do something else like break dancing,” he says. The Pre-Olympic event is the second stage of the B-Boy Unit competition. The first stage was March 30 at Guvernment in To- ronto, where groups across Canada competed for the chance to repre- sent their country. Supernaturalz won the event. “A lot of people don’t realize how big break dancing is,” Goring ex- plains, “but it’s huge in Beijing and Korea; the government even spon- sors a lot of the competitions.” Goring has travelled with his group in countries throughout Eu- rope, across Canada and the Unit- ed States, but this will be one of his first major competitions in Asia. The Supernaturalz train three-to-four times a week, and will be “picking up the train- ing” for the competition in May. When Goring is not training with his group he can be found at the Petticoat Creek Library teach- ing teens ages 11-14 how to break dance. He leads an eight-week program on break dancing where partici- pants get one-on-one training as well as performing as a group. “It’s an awesome way to keep kids busy and out of trouble,” he says. “We can try to give them help and be good role models.” He also explains that Hip-Hop as portrayed in the media is not the only view of the culture. “When you get into what (Hip- Hop) really is, it’s a lot more posi- tive. We leave it all on the floor,” Goring says. “We might be competitive, but after the battle we all give respect and hang out.” The group will participate in 15-minute battles with “crews on either side,” Goring explains. “One person can go or the whole group, some of it’s improv, but the tricks are planned out.” Goring loves the fact that he gets to make an income doing some- thing he really enjoys. “There’s a strategy to it, cuz you have to see what your opponent is doing and then you have to beat that.” For more information about the group, visit their web site at www. myspace.com/supernaturalz. For information about Goring’s break dancing program, visit Petticoat Creek’s Teen Events at www.cityofpickering.com. Ron Pietroniro/ New Advertiser photo Jeff Goring has been dancing professionally since 1992 and teaches teens break dancing at the Petticoat Creek Community Centre. Goring gives some tips to Rommel Morrison this week. Durham comedian Phil Hanley yucks it up in Ajax tomorrow By Moya Dillon mdillon@durhamregion.com DURHAM — For Darrin Rose and Phil Hanley, childhood memo- ries of growing up in Oshawa fig- ure prominently in their stand-up routines, and never fail to get the laughs. “I do shows where I namecheck Oshawa in Halifax, Moncton, Cal- gary, all over Canada, and people always know it,” says Rose, who names Oshawa as one of his favou- rite comedic subjects. Rose credits the Jerry Seinfeld documentary ‘The Comedian’ as inspiring him to get into the field. “I always thought comedy was about being spontaneously funny on stage. Then I saw it was more about writing and editing and all that stuff and thought, I can do that,” Rose said of watching the film. Since then Rose has toured with Yuk Yuk’s, including a few forays into England, and appears regularly on MuchMusic’s Video On Trial. In April, he’s releasing his new com- edy album, ‘The Very White album’, which is, in his words, “Me and two friends of mine telling jokes that have nothing to do with whiteness or the Beatles.” Now based in Vancouver, Han- ley took a rather different path to comedic success and left Oshawa after graduation to spend a few years modeling in the U.S. and Eu- rope before landing a gig writing comedy movies for children. “I have a friend who writes and produces films and she needed a scene to be funny so she called me up because I made her laugh when we were out partying,” he says of the opportunity, Hanley also performs stand-up, recently finished a special for The Comedy Network, airing this sum- mer, and is touring with Yuk Yuk’s this spring. “I set out to do something I re- ally enjoyed and wouldn’t be bored with,” Hanley says of comedy. “I worked previously with improv groups and playing music. I liked stand-up because you don’t need to depend on anyone else.” Hanley emphasizes the amount of work that goes into stand-up, saying it can take up to six months to get the perfect wording for a joke. “Things just dawn on me,” he says of his material. “It’s kind of whatever situation you’re in co- lours a lot of what you talk about.” All the hard work seems to have paid off for Hanley, who will be featured at the prestigious Just For Laughs Festival this summer, which he calls “a dream come true.” Hanley is performing live at Yuk Yuk’s in Ajax on April 12 at 7:30 and 10:30 p.m. For more information or to re- serve tickets visit www.yukyuks. com or call 905-434-4985. ‘I got my start through a Hip- Hop group. 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For tickets, visit the gal- lery at 1450 Henry St. in Whitby. PICKERING — The Back- woods Players is searching for actors. Twelve adult actors (six female and six male) are needed for the theatre group’s annual murder mystery dinner theatre. This year’s production, ‘Whodunit?: The Case of the Novel Death’, is set in Muskoka in 1933 at a mys- tery writers’ convention. The production is partly scripted and partly improvi- sation with lots of audience interaction. The performance dates are July 12, 13, 19 and 20 at 5 p.m. at the Petticoat Creek Library. Rehearsals will be held twice a week and Sun- day afternoons. Auditions are April 14, 15 and 21 from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Tower Room of the Civic Complex. Be ready to pres- ent and memorize a one- to-two minute monologue and to perform either a cold read or a brief improvisa- tion. To reserve an audition time call director Barbara Pleva at 905-509-5184. Backwoods Players issues casting call THE NEWS ADVERTISER, April 11, 2008 PAGE 29 A/Pdurhamregion.com SPORTS ✦ E-mail game scores to Al Rivett, arivett@durhamregion.com ✦ Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Tight-checking hockey PICKERING — Dunbarton High School Spartans’ Dylan Banks, left, and Eastdale Collegiate Eagles’ Mike Henry battle for the puck during Day 1 action at the annual Brian English Memorial junior boys’ hockey tournament at the Don Beer Arena on Wednesday. Seven teams played in the two-day tournament named in honour of a former St. Mary Catholic Secondary School teacher. The event ended on Thursday. Nyl Yakura wins singles, doubles, mixed doubles badminton titles at junior provincials By Al Rivett arivett@durhamregion.com PICKERING — Despite being hobbled by a knee injury, Picker- ing’s Nyl Yakura was still able to put it all together on the badminton court. Playing at the Yonex 2008 Ontario Junior ‘A’ Badminton Champion- ships at Georgian College in Barrie recently, the 15-year-old wunder- kind of the birdie-bashing set was able to persevere through the prob- lem knee to capture the triple crown (singles, doubles, mixed dou- bles) in the under-16 di- vision at the event that brought to- gether the top badminton players from across Ontario. Miss the provincials on ac- count of injury? Nyl gave no thought to putting down his racquet. “I felt pretty confident that I could still do OK, so I decided to go,” says the four-year member of the Mandarin Badminton Club in Markham. Leading up to the provincials, Nyl had been playing exclusively in the under-19 age group to face tougher competition, and had been enjoy- ing success, with a victory in one tournament, and a final and semifi- nal showing at two others. But, at a recent practice ses- sion, he experienced a pop in his knee. After some rest and massage therapy, he deemed himself fit to continue, although he admits the knee was not 100 per cent for the provincials. “It was still a bit shaky,” he says, adding that in one of his singles’ matches, his knee popped again, but credited his father for getting it “fixed.” At the provincials, even with a tender knee, the Grade 9 student at Dunbarton High School was an unstoppable force. In under-16 singles, Nyl -- the top seed in the age group -- won four consecutive matches, including the final over Andrew Lau in straight games, 21-17, 21-17. Playing at the under-19 level this season, he had not been playing or practising with doubles partners in the under-16 age group, although he says he was able to fit in some practice time with mixed doubles partner Tracy Wong, who’s also a Mandarin club member. Yakura and Wong, the second- seeded mixed doubles pair, won four consecutive matches to cap- ture provincial gold. In the final, they defeated the top-seeded team of Michael Diamond and Surabhi Kadam 21-16, 21-16. Despite having never practiced with boys’ doubles partner Sergiy Shatenko of Ottawa, Nyl brought home his third gold medal of the tournament in impressive fash- ion. Facing 10 other doubles pairs, Yakura and Shatenko won three consecutive matches, including the final against Michael Diamond and Wesley Marr, winning in straight games 21-15, 22-20. Nyl will continue his busy bad- minton schedule by playing at the under-19 national championships in Montreal from May 5 to 10 and at the under-16 nationals in Winnipeg from May 19 to 24. Also in the mix is playing for Dunbarton at the Lake Ontario Sec- ondary School Athletics (LOSSA) championships and, hopefully, the Ontario Federation of School Ath- letic Associations (OFSAA) champi- onships. Although only in Grade 9, Nyl will compete as a senior at the LOSSA championships, hosted by Dunbarton on Tuesday, April 22. This summer, as he did a year ago, Nyl will travel to Indonesia to train and live at a badminton train- ing centre in Kudus, which he cred- its for honing his game to a higher level. He hopes his training there will pay off in an invitation to rep- resent Canada at the 2010 Youth Olympics in Singapore. “It would be really special to rep- resent Canada,” he says. City teen a ‘triple crown’ birdie champ Nyl Yakura By Jim Easson Special to the News Advertiser AJAX — A pair of teams from St. George’s Golf and Country Club iced top spot to take the Dominion Regalia Tankard at the Ontario Dou- blerink Championship finals hosted at Ajax’s Annandale Golf and Curling Club on Sunday. In addition to the men’s final, An- nandale also hosted the women’s Dominion Regalia Tankard doubler- ink event on Sunday. St. George’s won the men’s event over teams from the Elora Curling Club. Meanwhile, in the women’s event, Ilderton won the tankard over teams from the Orangeville Curling Club. The Burden Trophy was contested by the pairs of teams eliminated in the Sunday morning session. Cha- tham Granite Club captured it over the Granite Curling Club of West Ottawa. The equivalent in the ladies’ event is the Nette Thwaites event, won by Lakefield Curling Club over Rideau Curling Club from Ottawa. Three first-time official timers vol- unteering were Lynda Pellow, Diane Easson, and club president Leonard Franssen. Other officials were Ed O’Leary, Bob Pellow, Sandra Thain, John Thain, Jim Easson and, for the OCA, head umpire Joan O’Leary with convener David Hutchison. ••• Ontario champion Glenn How- ard team pocketed $6,000 for fifth place at the Bear Mountain Arena Curling Classic in Victoria, B.C. last weekend. The Howard rink com- peted, however, without Pickering vice Richard Hart, who took some time off. He will rejoin Howard and teammates Brent Laing and Craig Savill for the season-ending Tylenol Players Championship in St. John’s, Nfld. from April 15 to 22. The purse totals $100,000. ••• Teams for the Annandale men’s league championship were finalized on Tuesday, April 8. The ‘A’ divi- sion club championship will be con- tested by the Bill Buffey foursome against the Jason March team. After the event, the annual distribution of prizes and a buffet close the season. St. George’s wins doublerink curling title at Annandale REAL ESTATE SALES We're Hiring! *We pay course fees *Licensing Training & Support *6 Locations Considering, Licensed or In course, contact… Shelley Colona 1.888.472.2767 www.BecomeARealtor.ca Coldwell Banker R.M.R. Real Estate Resources For Exceptional Children And Youth - Durham Region RFECY has been supporting children with special needs and their families for over 20 years. We are seeking a dynamic individual interested in a one year contract position. 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Call Sabrina (905)723-7323 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 11, 2008, PAGE 31 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com Place your ad at 905-683-0707 JOIN OUR HEALTH CARE TEAM! At VHA Home HealthCare we lend a helping hand to a wide spectrum of people within the community ...children, seniors, families, new parents, those with physical and mental disabilities, and terminally ill individuals. Since 1925, VHA has provided high quality, multilingual services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We are comprised of more than 1200 professionals, including nurses, personal support workers, and homemakers. We are bright, passionate people with diverse backgrounds, coming together to create a unique culture.We have immediate openings for… Visiting RNs for Durham Region North (File # DUR-01):Clarington, Uxbridge, Beaverton, Newtonville, Sunderland, Port Perrry, Zephyr and Cannington - days, evenings and/or weekend East (File # DUR-02):Bowmanville, Orono, and NewCastle - part time evenings or days/evenings on weekends West (File # DUR-03):Ajax and Pickering - days, evenings and/or weekend Central (File #DUR-04):Whitby, Oshawa, Courtice, and Brooklin - days, evenings, and/or weekends Are you a self-confident individual who is positive and enjoys interacting with people and works well independently? We are seeking individuals who enjoy working with people of all ages, who require nursing care in their own homes. The successful candidates will be energetic, self-motivated and have excellent interpersonal skills that work well independently and in a team environment. You have a nursing diploma from a recognized college or university, current registration with the CNO and First Aid/CPR; ability to speak a second language is an asset, a keen desire to learn; good communication skills; experience in community nursing is a definite asset. A valid driver's license and access to a car is needed. Please forward a letter of application and resume, quoting the appropriate file number to: Human Resources Fax: (416) 482-8773 or 1-888-576-3237 E-mail: hr@vha.ca For more information, visit us at www.vha.ca VHA is an equal opportunity employer. Accredited by the Canadian Council on Health Services Accreditation. FULL-TIME FLOORING SALESPERSON NEEDED Must be available to work Saturdays, possess good computer skills, and have exceptional customer service skills. Past experience in flooring is an asset. Please Email Your Resume To EMPLOYMENT@DODDANDSOUTER.CA METROLAND Durham Region Media Group Graphic Designer 6 Month Contract Position Job Summary: To layout and design quality advertisements, special publications and internal promotion pieces. Major Accountabilities: • Transmit artwork and advertisements electronically. • Create ads and modify existing ads ensuring completeness and accuracy. • Manipulate photographs with software as required. • Ensure procedures for the organization of the fi ling system are maintained. • Occasionally work directly with Clients and/or Agencies on the design of ads. Skills and Experience: • Excellent working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator and Quark. • Must be able to quickly adapt and learn new technologies and applications. • Ability to work individually and as a team with minimal supervision. • Must be quick thinking, detail oriented, decisive and creative. • Ability to produce a large number of ads in a short period of time. • Knowledge of print media process and practices. Qualifi cations: Degree / Diploma in Graphic Design (or related fi eld) and/or experience in relevant software required. Knowledge of broadcast media & related software an asset. Portfolio an asset. Email resume before April 11/08 to: dmoulaison@durhamregion.com Attention: Deanna Moulaison Or send to: Ajax/Pickering News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave. Ajax, ON L1S 2H5 Landscape Foreperson (Min. 3 years experience) We are a well established design/build Landscape company looking for a quality person to join our team long term. Applicant must have experience in all facets of Landscape Construction, with valid drivers license, strong supervisory skills and an eye for detail. Competitive wage based on qualifications. Fax resume to 1-866-551-5598 or e-mail: town@townscaping.com LEGAL SECRETARY Required full time for busy practice in Oshawa. Experience in litigation and family law required. Please send resume to: furlong@durham.net fax 905-448-4801 MATERIAL HANDLER-for grow- ing electronics manufacturer. Full-time days. Required elec- tronic experience, computer skills, forklift safety course. Email resumes: hr_production@minera- dio.com, or fax: 905-640-1649 MECHANICALLY and electrically inclined technician required. Training provided on fitness equipment service and installa- tions. Excellent communications skills required. Clean drivers license. Fax 905-839-6344. PART-TIME JANITORIAL posi- tions, must be 18+years and bondable for office/warehouse in Pickering. Daily after hours 4-6pm, experience preferred but will train. Email resume to mbcs.ont@gmail.com PRODUCTION SHOP WORKER Pickering area- Will train the right person, sanding, painting, weld- ing, electrical, any skills you have are beneficial. DZ and forklift an asset. Call (905)686-8529. Own transportation required. POSITION AVAILABLE FOR ADULT CARRIER, minimum of 300 papers to a maximum of 500 papers delivered door to door. Must be available between the hours of 11 and 6 for delivery and must have their own car. Only serious inquiries please. Call Lorna at 905-683-5110, ext. 261. SEASONAL HELP for green- house, some heavy lifting re- quired. Knowledge of plants an asset. FT and PT, some even- ings and weekends. Fax resume to: 905-655-8261 or bring to: 7585 Duff's Rd, Brooklin. SUPERINTENDENTS East Durham area. Mature couple required. Good salary and 2-bdrm apt. Routine repairs & mainte- nance, cleaning. Some adminis- trative duties. Clear police check required. Please send resumes to File #329, c/o Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481, 865 Fare- well St. Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 TUTORS REQUIRED FOR Sep- tember. Work as exclusive rep- resentatives from your house. Training provided. Tutor Math & English to grade 8. Good English required. 416-503-0045. AN EXCLUSIVE Aveda Salon and Spa is now hiring Esthetician, Experience Hairstylist and Receptionist with Salon and Spa experience. Apply within 3500 Brook St.N. Whitby, email contact us@lavishsalonspawhitby.com HAIRLOFT IS NOW searching for qualified hair stylists to join our team. Apply in person for an interview or call (905)623-6300. HAIRSTYLISTS REQUIRED,li- censed, Full/Part Time, no colour, no perms, just great cuts. Picker- ing/Beach. Call Michelle 416-383- 0689 PEDICURE SPA PIPELESS Pearl/Burgandy, nib, 2-available, $1800 each. Pedestal Shampoo Unit black/silver, nib, 2-available, $450 each. Proelixe vibration machine, like new, $7500. (905)718-1996. SPACE FOR RENT,in elegant surroundings, Oshawa, suited to beauty related business. 2 sinks, mirrored walls. For appt (905)434-7012 12 VOLT SPECIALIST,minimum 2 years experience. Must be able to do remote starters, deck installs and custom sub boxes. Please email resume: vanhemmentire@gmail.com, fax 905-666-1638. ARCHITECTURAL MILLWORK Company in Orono seeks full time experienced AutoCad Operator, Mastercam x2 experience is an asset. Please fax resume to : 905-433-1463. CABINET MAKER wanted full time days, must have experience with jointers, shapers, planners and panel saws. WOOD SHOP HELPER ALSO REQUIRED WITH SOME EXPERIENCE. E-mail constructionmanagement@live.ca CARPENTER with 10 years insurance restoration experience and carpenters helpers. Must have own tools and valid driver's license. (905)686-5854 DRYWALLERS FULL TIME - Steel Stud heavy gauge. Trades- men only, no rookies. Must have own tools and transportation. Competitive Wages. Send re- sume to: email: kevin@canamexdrywall.ca or fax: 905-877-1147 or phone Kevin @416-710-9550 FULL TIME ROLLFORMER re- quired for Bowmanville based manufacturer. Must have 5 years of manufacturing experience, me- chanically inclined. Steel knowl- edge and hard working. Benefits after 1 year. Send resume to: val@cargowall.com or fax 905- 623-6533. LICENSED MILLWRIGHT,with 10 years min experience. Avail weekdays for casual and call in work. Ideal for semi or retired in- dividual. Call 613-354-5577 MARKETING REPRESENTATIVE Self starter, with the ability to work indepen- dently. Must have ex- cellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a good working knowledge of MS Office, to work in the insurance restora- tion industry. (905)686-5854 MECHANIC, or 4th-5th year ap- prentice needed. Reliable, thor- ough, knowledgeable, for a fast paced environment. Only quali- fied applicants please. (416)283- 1843 ACCOUNTANT OR SENIOR book keeper wanted for a medium sized Durham manu- facturing company, Apply to: accounting321@gmail.com RECEPTIONIST, PART-TIME Full days. No experience re- quired, will train right individual. Great way to get back into the workforce. Apply in-person with resume. Deegan Denture Clinic, 134 Harwood Ave. S., Ajax (be- side Home Hardware) SMALL BUT BUSY law office, requires full-time Real Estate Le- gal Assistant. Minimum 5 years experience in Conveyancer and Teraview a must. Please fax re- sume to: 905-509-5270. sales help & agents LOOKING FOR a few good men or women to sell leading water treatment products. Commission based. Training provided, experi- ence an asset. Must have own vehicle. (905)443-0899 requires a part time lot & maintenance person would suit retired person. Call Wayne Turner 905-420-9000 RESP PROVIDERS NEEDED. Self-starter, money-motivated, disciplined persons apply only. We will train, support and license. Must have car. Fax resume: 905- 686-3595, email: donna_laurence@heritageresp. com SALES CONSULTANTS Show producers are looking for self-motivated individuals with strong communications skills to sell exhibit space. * Work from home * Earn a competitive wage E-mail resume to Maggie: mfogg@el productionsltd.com SALES POSITION,full-time or part-time. Great opportunity. Stu- dents welcome. Call (905)213- 4669 or drop off resume: 1735 Bayly St., Unit #6, Pickering, Tues-Fri, Noon-7pm. SALES REP (S) required for a promotional company in Picker- ing. Great opportunity to grow! Must be a self-starter and ener- getic. Excellent commission, 60%. Please e-mail to: reards@ rogers.com. SALES REP REQUIRED,great part time or full time position. All pre-set appointments, evenings starting at 6:00pm. Average sales commission $45-80k yearly, verifiable. Excellent training pro- gram, no experience required. Call for interview, (905)655- 9053. DENTAL ASSISTANT and Re- ceptionist wanted. Apply with re- sume to 5 Points Mall Dental Of- fice. No phone calls please. DENTAL HYGIENIST,Part-time to Full-time. New Ajax practice Thursdays & Saturdays to start. Please fax resume to: 905-426- 8545. sales help & agents EXPERIENCED (MINIMUM 2 yrs) CDA Level II needed for Dr. Fred. Campbell in Oshawa. No evenings or weekends, approxi- mately 32hrs per week. Fax re- sume attention to Mary (905)434- 8520. EXPERIENCED DENTAL HYGI- ENIST required for busy family practice in Whitby. 3 days per week fax resume to 905-666- 7798. sales help & agents PART TIME, EXPERIENCED medical receptionist needed for busy clinic. Must be willing to work days, evenings and week- ends. Fax resume to (905)430- 6416. PART TIME/FULL TIME Level II PDA/Receptionist for Oshawa or- thodontic office. Orthodontic ex- perience preferred. Please email to: ejpong@yahoo.com sales help & agents RMT NEEDED for busy growing wellness team. Family centered care, experience an asset. Drop off resume in person: 1-400 Dun- das St.W.Whitby RN AND Dental Assistant or Oral Surgery Office in Scarborough. Experience preferred. Must be flexible. Fax resume to 416-431- 3873. RNs AND RPNs Certified in foot care needed for community and nursing home. Fax to: 1-866- 602-5211 or call 416-287-0673. VILLAGE EAST MEDICAL in Pickering is seeking Casual/P/T Mammography Technologist, MRTR certified. Casual/P/T RPN for endoscopy unit. Apply to: hr@villageeastmedical.com MANDARIN RESTAURANT re- quires Bartender and Host Per- son. Experience not necessary. Apply in person with photo ID from 2:00pm to 5:00pm at 1725 Kingston Road, Pickering (King- ston/East of Brock Road) 3 BEDROOM SPACIOUS BUN- GALOW! Whitby, Garden/401. Hardwood. Close amenities. Large bedrooms. Family-friendly. Finished basement. Backyard faces park. $223,900. Rent to own: $1400/month. 905-999- 9371. INCOME PROPERTY.Charming legal duplex for sale in heart of Olde Whitby! Excellent monthly income. Too view by appointment only, (905)706-0540 or 1-(506)721-3782. UXBRIDGE, SAVE OVER $45,000. Wyndance Golf Course community. Over 3000 square feet. 4 bedroom bungaloft with upgrades. ClubLink platinum membership included. $799,000. 905-881-0795, E-mail: ronjvm@hotmail.com WE BUY HOUSES. Any area. Any condition. Call Mark 1-888- 643-2056 sisubuyshouses.com RIVER FRONT,newly renovated 4-season cottage. Newly land- scaped, .79 acre lot. In Haliburton Highlands, near Minden. Chalet style, double garage with loft. New sunroom, with loft. Cruise to town, or to Gull Lake, enjoy all types of fishing, swimming, and water sports. $189,000. For more info, view www.ecottagecanada.com. Call Len (519)881-4509 or cell (519)881-7063. 2750-SQ-FT. BUILDING 1255 Skae Dr, Oshawa (Stevenson/ Phillip Murray) 16' high ceiling, 12'x12' door. Available immedi- ately. Call Mon-Fri: (905)725- 3321. Weekends: 905-410- 0158, 905-410-0159 LOADING DOCKS/WARE- HOUSE for rent on approx. 2 acres. Trucks/trailer parking available. Fenced compound. Ideal for small trucking business. Ritson/401 Oshawa. Joe at 905- 579-5959 PARK/BLOOR OSHAWA,IN- DUSTRIAL UNIT, available im- mediately. 1,425sq.ft. Call 905- 579-5077 or 905-571-3281. A/P PAGE 32 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 11, 2008 newsdurhamregion.com OPEN HOUSE Saturday April 12th, 1-4 P.M. 566 NORFOLK SQUARE Foxhollow Location PICKERING $299, 500 3 This immaculate 3 bedroom, 3 bath home is on a quiet and safe court. This modern and up-to-date family home has all the upgrades!!! New roof - New deck - Newer interlocking walkway Newer driveway etc… Please call 905-626-3080 *POWER OF SALE, free list of properties and picture, 1-888-246-4650, Ext:1042. Remax Hallmark, www.OntarioDistressSales.com. 2 & 3 BEDROOMS FROM $899 Move in NOW! Ask us about AIR MILESÆ REWARD MILES !! ●Friendly community ● Near shopping, GO & 401, transit at door ● Attractive & spacious 2 & 3 Bedroom suites ● Utilities included ● Seniors' Discounts Available ● Beautiful Scenery Highland Towers, 200 White Oaks Ct.Whitby (905)668-7332 www.caprent.com 2 & 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS Close to schools, shopping, hospital. On site superintendent and security WINDJAMMER APTS 33 Falby Crt., Ajax (905)686-0841 www.ajaxapartments.com 2 & 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS Close to schools, shopping, hospital. On site superintendent and security 77 Falby Crt., Ajax (905)686-0845 www.ajaxapartments.com RAM-LAND PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Come & WorshipCome & Worship Host Pastor Lance Brown GUEST SPEAKERS BISHOP KENROY MORRIS from Hamilton BISHOP HARRY WILSON Chicago Illinois Refuge City Pentecostal Church PrioritiesYour “ESTHER 4:16” 6TH A NNUAL CRUSADEReassessing P R E S E N T S For Information please call 905.427.6922 A MINISTRY W ITH A PERSONAL TOUCH ANOINTED SONGS FROM REFUGE CITY CHOIR SATURDAY, APRIL 19TH, 2008 ~ 6PM LOCATION: REVIVAL TIME TABERNACLE 550 KINGSTON RD. PICKERING, ON LOCATION: 545 KINGSTON RD. W. AJAX, ON (ON KINGSTON RD., EAST OF BROCK RD.) THURSDAY, APRIL 17TH, 2008 ~ 7PM FRIDAY, APRIL 18TH, 2008 ~7PM SUNDAY, APRIL 20TH, 2008 ~ 11:15AM Pickering Village United Church pvuc@pvuc.ca www.pvuc.ca Worship Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Children/Youth Programs 300 Church St. N., Ajax (905) 683-4721 WORD OF TRUTH CHRISTIAN CENTRE 1527 Bayly St. Pickering 905-839-0333 Senior Pastor Joseph Fisher We invite you to come and celebrate Jesus with us! Worship times: Sun. 11am & 7pm, Wed. 7pm Fri. 8pm - Youth (R.E.A.C.H.) Visit our Resource Centre at 1543 Bayly St. or call: 905-839-4953 We provide: mentoring, computer training, tutoring, career development, anger & stress management assistance, teen parent support & fun activities. (For youths ages 13-19) To advertise your upcoming Summer Church Programs call Erin at 905-683-0707 (ext. 2219) or fax to 905-579-4218 Email: ejackson@durhamregion.com Vacation BibleVacation Bible Schools,Schools, Church Day CampsChurch Day Camps Summer Registration Special Section Publishing June 23rd. To Advertise your To Advertise your services orservices or upcoming events in upcoming events in the regular Friday the regular Friday Come & WorshipCome & Worship CCall Erin all Erin at at 905-905- 683-0707683-0707 or or faxfax 905-905- 579-4218579-4218 Email:Email: ejackson@ejackson@ durhamregion.comdurhamregion.com COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE for lease. Prime north Oshawa location. Second floor space. 560 sq.ft. Parking available. Available immediately. Call 905-576-0958 for details. OFFICE FOR RENT in Impulse Fitness. Wellness services and professionals welcome. Serious inquiries only. Call 905-683- 9300. FUN BUSINESS AT HOME No Selling on inventory. Automated for you. Call 1-800-719-8268 ext. 18483 www.24hourweb cash.com/vanwell8996 MYSTERY SHOPPERS wanted in Durham area. No fee to apply. Apply online at www.experienceexchange.com YOUR NEW Career awaits. Win Win. Unlimited potential Unlimited earnings. www.carels.ca click Ca- reers $$MONEY$$Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 100%. No income, bad credit OK! ONTARIOWIDE FINANCIAL CORPORATION 1-888-307-7799 $500.00 LOAN SERVICE.No credit refused. Payable weekly. Call toll free 1-877-776-1660. 1ST & 2ND MORTGAGES up to 100% financing Pay off Debts. Have increased cash flow. Diane - Mortgage Intelligence (905)428-8119 CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 100%. From 5.7 % for 5 years. Best available rates. Private funds available. Refinancing debt consolidation a specialty. For fast professional service call (905)666-4986. NEED MORTGAGE FINANCING? Rates from 4.50% Up to 100% financing Self Employed Consolidate Debts Renew Call Stephanie Finder Financial 1-800-205-9227 www.stephanieyoung.ca PRIVATE FUNDS - 1st, 2nd mortgages. Consolidate bills, low rates. No appraisal needed. Bad credit okay. Save money. No obli- gation. No fees OAC. Call Peter (416)460-4594, Mortgage Lead- ers !KING/WILSON, OSHAWA Quiet building, near shopping, transpor- tation. Utilities, parking included. available immediately, 1 & 2-bed- room apts. Call (905)571-4912 until 6:00pm. 1 BEDROOM apt in Courtice Close to Hwy 2. Clean, cozy, bright, ac/fireplace, private en- trance, parking, cable/internet, laundry. $700/inclusive. May 1st Call 240-3671 1-BEDROOM apartment $650+ hydro. 2-BEDROOM APT, $750+ hydro. Available, no dogs. Oshawa, Bloor St. E area. Work- ing adults preferred. Call Mary 905-721-9817 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT APT, Ritson/King, close to all amenities, $650/mo includes utilities/cable, available May 1, no dogs, first/last, ODSP and Seniors welcome. Call 905-924- 6075. OSHAWA, Harmony/Bloor.Very nice & clean 1 & 2 bedroom apartments in quiet building. $675/$775 plus hydro. Available immediately. No pets/smoking. (905)424-4005 or (905)424-4518 2 BEDROOM BASEMENT apt. Renovated. $850+partial utilities. Ajax (Bayly & Hwy. #2). No pets/smoking. Available immedi- ately. Call Paula at 416-930- 5506. 2-BDRM 1-BDRM OSHAWA bright quiet apartment, Simcoe North at Russett. Hardwood floors, well-maintained 12plex, newly renovated, near bus/shop- ping. New appliances, cable/heat/water/parking includ- ed. Laundry, No dogs. 905-576- 2982. 2-BDRM BSMT APT in Ajax, available immediately, own wash- er/dryer, parking available, $900/mo utilities/cable included, no pets/smoking, (905)239-5824. 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT with balcony in Courtice. Separate entrance, parking $750/month. + utilities. No dogs. First/last, available immediately. Call 905-434-8690, 905-579-7553. 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT, above store on Stevenson rd. Skylight in kitchen, 1,000sqft, new bathroom, minutes to 401. $950/mo, all inclusive. (905)242- 3953 or (905)434-5777. 2-LARGE BEDROOM,Oshawa. $950/inclusive. 1-BEDROOM, $700/inclusive. Near all amenities. First/last, no pets. Quiet building. Available Now. (905)424-5083. 3-BEDROOM totally renovated apartment in duplex. Laundry, parking, yard, near Harmony/Hwy 401, Oshawa. Non-smoker, no pets, professional preferred. Available immediately. $950plus hydro. (905)432-3250. 868 GRANDVIEW South. 905- 721-2074. froggyland777@hot- mail.com. bright 2-bed. legal basement $975-incl, first/last. NO Pet/smoking. Reno. Nov/07, backyard. Near: 401, parks, schools, busstop, amenities, Golf Condominium Suites in Oshawa 2 & 3 Bdrm's Free Utilities, Parking. Senior's, Retiree's & GM Discounts 905-728-4993 A VERY Clean 2 Bedroom, North Oshawa, Ormond Drive. Parking, laundry. Exceptionally large living room. $1095/mo inclusive. Available immediately. 905-718- 7832 ADELAIDE/TOWNLINE,bache- lor apartment, $500/inclusive, laundry, on bus route, prefer non- smoker, available May 1st, No pets. First/last required. (905)434-6585. AJAX BSMNT. APT. Nice yard, central a/c, 2 car parking, separate entrance and laundry. Gas fireplace. Smoking permitted. No dogs/cats. $675, first/last. 905-426-4213 AJAX Pickering Village, Newly renovated apts. Large patio overlooking Ravine, 1-bedroom, bachelor & Furnished room now avail. Near all amenities. 905-686-8905 905-409-1736 AJAX, HWY #2/Elizabeth, 1- bedroom and 2 bedroom available. $750 and $950, nego- tiable. New luxury apts. Working female person wanted. Immedi- ate. No smoking/pets, near amenities. 905-426-9898 AJAX, LARGE 1-BEDROOM basement, $700/month, all inclu- sive. No pets/smoking, ceramics, large walk-in closet, parking and laundry. 905-683-0896 after 6pm or 416-803-0896. AJAX, WESTNEY/HWY.#2, Newly finished. Suitable for ma- ture adult/couple. Furnished. Kitchen, bath. No pets/smoking. Close to amenities. First/last. Available now. 905-683-8749, 905-999-9805. AVAILABLE May 1ST 2-bdrm, apt. A/C, No pets/smoking. Must be seen to be appreciated. Not suitable for small children. King/Wilson Oshawa. $800 plus hydro. Call (905)623-3651, Doro- thy. BLACKSTOCK: 3-BEDROOM upper floor of house, non-smok- ers, 4pc bath, utilities included, quiet, clean, $1200 monthly. Available May or June. 905-723- 7171 or 905-922-3808. BOWMANVILLE large one & two bedroom apts available now. Clean, security entrance bldg. Rent includes appliances utilities & parking. Laundry facilities. (905)666-1074, 905-419-4445 BOWMANVILLE MODERN, clean, quiet adult lifestyle build- ing, 1620sq.ft. 2-bdrm PLUS OFFICE, laundry, parking. No dogs. $1200+ hydro Avail May 1st. Call 905-725-1052 BOWMANVILLE MODERN, clean, quiet adult lifestyle build- ing, 570sq.ft. 1-bedroom. Laun- dry, parking. No dogs. Suitable for single person. $775. Avail May 1st. 905-725-1052 BRIGHT, SUNNY 1 bedroom basement. Clean, quiet home. Separate entrance. Laundry. Parking. Cable. TTC. $690 inclu- sive. Ellesmere/ Markham. 416- 697-8129, 416-431-7968 BROOKLIN MAY 1ST,2-bed- room apt. 4 appliances, $895/month + hydro. No dogs. (905)424-9743. COURTICE, 1-BDRM BSMT, Available immediately, C/A, park- ing, $550/month, inclusive. OSHAWA, Harmony/Rossland, 1-bdrm, 5-appliances, bright, like new, parking, $750/month, inclu- sive. Cindy (905)432-3222, LM. COURTICE,one bedroom base- ment apartment, parking, appli- ances, separate entrance, no pets, first/last. Suitable for work- ing gentleman. $675/mo inclu- sive. Available immediately. Call (905)697-1295 COURTICE: 2-BEDROOM Upper unit, HUGE family room, LARGE windows, lots of sun! Laundry, storage, fenced yard, off-street parking. No pets/smoking. $1050/month ALL INCLUSIVE! . Available now. 905-448-3520. EXECUTIVE 1-BEDROOM apart- ment. Country setting, close to Port Perry. Appliances including washer & dryer. $875/mo. utilities included. Non-smoker/no pets. Available immediately. (905)985- 4979. FANTASTIC OSHAWA 2-storey apt in century home, 2-bedroom, 2 full baths, $950 all inclusive. Available now. Leave message (905)434-7012. Pickering Village, Ajax. 2-bedroom, a/c, parking, first floor, No smoking, no pets. $700/month (905)683-4294 (905)428-8801 IMMACULATE, LARGE,brand new beautiful 1-bedroom apt. in prestigious area of Bowmanville, located on 12 acres. Open concept, walk-out w/large win- dows, Gas fireplace, own laundry, walk-in closet, lots of storage, office area, available June 1st. $895/mo all inclusive. No pets/smoking. BEAUTIFUL LARGE BRIGHT 2-bedroom apt., in immaculately maintained triplex in terrific Oshawa area. New kitchen, dining room, a/c, laundry, backing onto bike path, interlock patio, outdoor storage, Available June 1st. $995/month. No pets/smoking. Call (905)263- 8377. IN THE CORE of Bowmanville, spacious 3 bedroom with an in- closed sunroom, well maintained, hardwood throughout. No pets/smoking. All inclusive. $1300/mo. First/last (905)447- 2990; 905-442-6339 LARGE 1 BED. APT. nicely decorated, top floor of quiet house, sep. entrance, parking, laundry. All inclusive, $750/mo. first/last, no pets/smoking. Avail. May or June 1st. Central Oshawa. Call 905-884-6922. LITTLE BRITAIN - 2 bed. adult apt. in century home. Walk to all amenities. Suit single profession- al or professional couple. No dogs, no smoking. Available May 1st or 15th. $700/mo. + 1/2 utilities, first/last. Call 705-786- 7094. NEWLY renovated bright spa- cious 1 and 3 bedroom apart- ments available in Oshawa Available now. Centrally located, near transit. All inclusive. 289- 240-1755 (Oshawa) NORTH Oshawa 2 & 3 bedroom May lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two appliances included. Pay cable, parking and laundry facilities. (905)723-2094 NORTH OSHAWA,3-bdrm main- floor only, gorgeous, brand new 5-appliances, $1250/mo inclu- sive. Also 1-1/2 bdrm bsmt, sep. entrance, $895/mo inclusive. Both no smoking/pets. May 1st. (905)424-1125 ONE BEDROOM,available May lst. Park and Adelaide, clean & bright, $705. First and last. 905- 725-8350 or (905) 242-8487 OSHAWA -1 & 2 bdrm. avail. Located 350 Malaga. May 1 & June 1. $740/mo. & $840/mo. all inclusive. No pets. Please call 905-242-4478 or 905-435-0383 OSHAWA 3-bedroom downstairs apartment near lake. Laundry fa- cilities, shared yard, parking for two cars. No pets/smokers, refer- ences. $850 plus hydro. Available now. 905-728-0020. OSHAWA 45 Colborne West. 1- bedroom, $750/inclusive. 45 Col- borne West 2-bedroom $800/in- clusive. All available May 1st. No pets. Adult building. 905-723- 1647, 905-720-9935. OSHAWA BLVD/ATHOL ST. Spacious 3-bdrm apt. on main/lower floor. Hardwood, A/C, laundry, garage & parking. $1200/mo. inclusive. Great apt! Avail. immediately. 905-718-7832 OSHAWA HOSPITAL area, north of Adelaide, large upper 2-bed- room, 2 baths, laundry, 1 park- ing, $900/mo inclusive. First/last. Call 905-579-2350 or 905-668- 8869 Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm OSHAWA,2-bedroom basement apt. $900/mo inclusive. Available May 1st. No pets. First/last. Call (905)728-0159. OSHAWA NORTH,gorgeous 1- bedroom main floor of SENIOR- LIFESTYLE COMPLEX, secluded area in the city, beautiful lawn, ample parking, $1000/month, all inclusive, May 1st (905)723-7291. OSHAWA NORTH,gorgeous 3- bedroom main floor of SENIOR- LIFESTYLE COMPLEX, secluded area in the city, beautiful lawn, ample parking, $1350/month, all inclusive, May 1st (905)723-7291. OSHAWA Wentworth/Simcoe quiet court, newly renovated 1- bdrm basement. Satellite TV, use of yard, $700/mo.-inclusive, no smokers/pets. Avail May 1. (905)723-9319 or 905-424-1590 OSHAWA, 1-bedroom basement. apt near Oshawa Centre, reno- vated kitchen, new appliances, separate entrance, parking, no pets. $700/month. inclusive. Available immediately. First/last. 905-668-0278. OSHAWA,3-bedroom, available immediately. 1-parking, laundry, fenced yard. No pets. Near Cen- tral Park Blvd/Bond St. E. $1200/inclusive. Call David, (705)522-8990. OSHAWA,Best Deals! Newly Renovated 1 bdrm. Senior life- style bldg. Large units, new kitch- ens, carpeting, windows, security. Near hospital, bus stop. Call 905-728-4966 or 1-866-601-3083 www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA, BOND/SIMCOE, lowrise building. 2-bdrm apt, $790/mo+hydro, avail. immedi- ately. Appliances, laundry fa- cilities and 1-parking included. Call 905-434-7931. OSHAWA,Center/Brock St. W. large newly renovated 2 bedroom apartment on main floor of du- plex, suitable for single/couple separate entrance private drive- way, $825 plus hydro, non smok- ing. (905)914.3133. OSHAWA, KING/SIMCOE - 1 & 2 bedrooms, laundry facilities, 1 parking, $700 & $750/month plus utilities, available June 1st. Call Val 905-720-0255. OSHAWA, WINTER SPECIAL! Newly renovated 2 bedroom. Senior lifestyle bldgs. Large units. New kitchens & applianc- es, carpeting, windows, security. Near schools/bus stop and amenities. Available April/May. 1-866-601-3083 905-432-6912. www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA, WINTER SPECIAL! Under new Management. 1 & 2 bdrms, adult lifestyle bldg. Large units, new windows, security. Near bus, shopping. Avail. April/May. Call 905-723-1009 or 1-866-601-3083 or 905-728-3162 www.apartmentsinontario.com Park/Gibb, Oshawa Furnished bachelor basement apt, own kitchen & bath, laundry facilities. Sep. ent., $325/bi-weekly. First/last required. Call Terri 289-240-0508 PICKERING 1 BEDROOM base- ment apt. Well-kept, extremely clean, sep. entrance, security, cable/c-vac, Rouge Valley/Altona area. No smoking/pets. Available anytime. Call (905)492-0739 PICKERING ALTONA/Sheppard. 1-bedroom basement apartment, private entrance, laundry, park- ing, immaculate. Suitable for quiet person, non-smoker, no pets. $850/month. (416)258-9804 PICKERING large 1-bedroom basement apt, plus extra room, large kitchen private entrance parking, laundry, $850 inclusive, no smoking/pet. Call 905-686- 6259. PICKERING ONE bedroom base- ment apartment, sep. entrance, a/c, satellite T.V. No pets. $750 including utilities. Call (905)550- 4516. PORT PERRY,Walk to Lake Scugog. Enjoy a peaceful, beautiful town. Spacious 3-bdrm. in well-kept, quiet 3-storey apt building. Balcony, 1-parking, Security Video. No dogs. First/last. Call 905-985-0748 or 905-430-7816. REGENCY PLACE Apartments 1 & 2 Bed. Util. incl. Security & pking. Laundry, social room & ad- ditional storage. Min. to shopping & parks. Access to Hwy. 401 & public transit. 15 Regency Cres. (Mary St. & Hickory St) 905-430- 7397 www.realstar.ca SIMCOE/ROSSLAND,newly renovated 2-bedroom apartment, new appliances, $1000/month, in- clusive. (416)722-8233. SOUTH AJAX, LEGAL,new 1 bedroom basement apt. Walk to all amenities/buses. Shared laun- dry, $825/month, all inclusive. No smoking/pets. Call Gordon 416- 450-5479. SOUTH OSHAWA,Lakeview Park, spacious 1-bdrm, lower semi detached, appliances in- cluded, laundry, 2 car parking, $725/month inclusive, May 1st. Call (705)324-9052 leave mes- sage. WHITBY Immaculate one-bed- room apt available immediately. $785 rent includes appliances, heat, laundry facilities & parking. (905)666-1074, 905-556-0455. TESTA HEIGHTS 1, 2 & 3 bed. w/upgraded finishes. Util. incl. Security & parking. Landscaped grounds, private patios & bal- conies. 2 Testa Rd. (Reach St. & Testa Rd) 905-852-2534 www.realstar.ca WHITBY PLACE 1 & 2 bed. Landscaped grounds. Balconies, laundry & parking. Access to Hwy. 401 & public transit. Near shopping & schools. 900 Dundas St. E. (Dundas St. & Garden St) 905-430-5420 www.realstar.ca WHITBY totally renovated, bright, spacious 1-bedroom apt located on quiet residential street. Steps to public transit. Heat & parking included. Onsite laundry. 905- 809-0168. Whitby's Best building newly renovated suite 2-BEDROOM extra-large in clean, quiet bldg, freshly painted, beautiful Whitby neighbourhood. Ideal adult lifestyle bldg. insuite storage, onsite laundry. Incredible value! Avail. May 1st 905-668-7758 viewit.ca (vit #17633) WHITBY,Bachelor and 1 bed- room from $749 all inclusive Close to all amenities. Office hours 9-5, Monday - Friday. (905)430-1877 or view at comptronica.com WHITBY, CENTRAL,1-bedroom, ground floor, private entrance, deck, parking. $700/month in- cludes utilities except phone/cable. Suit single profes- sional. No smoking/pets. May 1st. 905-665-9411. WHITBY,off McQuay, 1-bdrm bsmt, sep. entrance, parking, cable, a/c, nice quiet area, no smoking/pets. $700+utilities. Avail. immediately. First/last. (905)666-8823 3 BEDROOM condominium for rent near Go Station. Pickering, Liverpool/Baley area. $1400/mo all inclusive. First/last. Contact 416-414-9125 BOWMANVILLE, 2 BEDROOM condo, ground floor, 5 applianc- es. Available June 1. Non-smok- ers, no pets. $1,000/mo. + utilities. Call Ron or Jane 905- 985-2913. NEW LAKE SIDE CONDO , 2 Bedroom in the Port of Newcas- tle, fitness club, paved walkway by lake, $1,100 month plus, available June 1. Call 905-342- 5596. PICKERING 1+bedroom tridel, $1350/month, includes utilities, cable, and under ground parking. Available May 1st. AJAX, 2-bed- room, $1350/month, includes utilities, June 1st. (416)737-8045. $ !AAAA ABA-DABA-DOO- OWN - No Rent! $0 Down (OAC) Only $899.03/mth all inclusive plus utilities. 3-bedroom central air, private yard, shows beautiful- ly. $38,000 Family Income. Call Ken Collis Broker, Coldwell Banker 2M Realty (905)576- 5200 kencollis@sympatico.ca $1097/MONTH,0 Down gives you ownership, NOT Rent, for this immaculate 3 bedroom home. (OAC) Includes Mortgage, Taxes, Heat, Hydro, Water and 4 appliances. WHY RENT? Require good credit, and family income of $40,000 per year. Call Bill Roka, Remax Spirit (905)728-1600 or 1-888-732- 1600 3+1 BEDROOM $1,200/month, excluding utilities. Air, high effi- ciency furnace, stove/fridge, near schools, transit. Available June 1 or earlier. 1st/last required. No pets. 905-404-0032. 3-BEDROOM farm house, Little Britain area, available May 1st. $1100 monthly plus utilities. First/last required. Call 1-888- 550-3687. 3-BEDROOM SEMI available June 1. First/last. 4 appliances. Wilson/Dean/401 area. No pets. No smoking. $1,100/month plus utilities. Large yard. 1-1/2 bath- rooms. Call (905)263-8378 A RENT TO OWN 2 storey 3 bedroom, detached, ceramic floor in kitchen, walkout living room, rec. room, nice area, North Oshawa. (705)722-2145. AAA LARGE 3-BDRM house, main floor. Pickering, bright, A/c, yard backs to park, parking, 5 ap- pliances. Near GO, 401, schools, shopping. $1195+ utilities. May 1st. (416)562-2074. AJAX AVAILABLE immediately. Clean, renovated 3 bedroom bungalow, upper level, $1150. plus utilities. Harwood just north of Hwy 2. BAYLY/PICKERING BEACH RD. upper level 3 bed- room, 3 washrooms, $1350 plus 2/3 utilities. Prefer non smok- ing/no pets. Dennis Morgan, Sut- ton Group Heritage 905-831- 9500, 416-587-0060. AJAX BAYLY/PICKERING Beach, main floor only. 3-bdrms, appliances, parking, shared laun- dry, May 1st. $1225/inclusive. Condolyn Mgt. 905-428-9766 AJAX SOUTH, 3-bedroom, upper level, clean bright, on quiet street, a/c, laundry available, parking, $1200 utilities included. First/last. 905-683-0799. AJAX, BAYLY/HARWOOD. Spacious 1-bdrm bsmt apt. Sep. ent., 1-parking, 4-appliances, avail. May 1st. No pets/smoking, first/last. Suit single person. $700/mo incl. (416)937-9996. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 11, 2008, PAGE 33 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com CHILD CARE SPACES AVAILABLE Durham Professional Home Day Care •Family atmosphere •Individual attention •Care close to home •Licensed under Day Nurseries Act Call 905-509-1207 or www.durhamchildcare.org ESTATE SALE Saturday April 12 9am-3pm 879 Grenoble Blvd, Pickering Furniture, dishes, house hold items. Everything must go!!! Cash only. 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SOME MONEY DOWN AND/OR QUALIFIED CO-SIGNER MAY BE REQUIRED Our credit pros at Durham Dodge Chrysler can help you into a dependable used car while you establish your credit. 5 Star ★★★★★ Credit = 5 Star ★★★★★ Service! 905-404-0525 WE CAN HELP YOU! Call Denise (x241) or Katherine (x215) Today In fact, if you have a full time job & we can’t give you financing we will give you $$200200 just for trying. 5 STAR ★★★★★ 5 STAR ★★★★★ 5 STAR ★★★★★ 5 STAR ★★★★★ 5 STAR ★★★★★ 5 STAR ★★★★★ 5 STAR ★★★★★ 5 STAR ★★★★★ 5 STAR ★★★★★CANADIAN BORDER COLLIE ASSOCIATION registered puppies: Costumes by K.L.C.'s Ruby has given birth to 1 male and 6 female (C.B.C.A.) pups. DHPP vaccination, exam, and microchip done by Callbeck Animal Hospital. $800.00 Call David or Kelly @ 905-434-2970 CAMPBELL, Hazel J. (nee Wallace) - The family wishes to announce the passing of their mother on April 3, 2008 in her 89th year. Predeceased by hus- band Bert. Survived by daughters Jean Noland (Dan), Sandra Symmonds (Mal- colm), Nancy Wraight (George), Seven grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren. Also survived by sisters Mae Keith, Margaret Clay and brother Roy Wallace. Cremation has already taken place. THRASHER, James Alfred (Jim) -At the age of 96, peacefully, at the Ajax/Pickering General Hospital, on April 8, 2008. He was much loved by his daughter Linda Thrasher and son-in-law Paul Gauthier. Jim was predeceased by his wife, Margaret (nee Stubbs) of 50 years in 1986, his daughter Anne (14 months), and three other children who died at birth. Also preceding him were his 11 brothers and sisters. Jim was born on a farm in Combermere, Ontario, in 1912 to William and Margaret (Parcher). At 16, he worked as a lum- berjack in Algonquin Park. He went on to 24 years in the gold mines of Timmins, followed by 21 years in the uranium mines of Elliot Lake, Ontario. Jim lived with Linda and Paul, and dealt with Parkinson's disease for 16 years. His joie-de-vivre, sharp mind, engaging story-telling, excellent sense of humour and generally, being a really nice guy were all infectious and a never-ending pleasure. Thank you to Drs. Riaz Shariff, Mark Guttman, and Rusty Goodman, and to Dawn Whitney, Linda Mitchell and the Atkinson clan, CEAC, ComCare, St. Elizabeth Nursing, Hospice Durham, and the staff of Ajax- Pickering Emergency and 2 East, to long-time friends Bertha and Norm Laronde, and to all his extended family, friends, and neighbours who have loved him all these years. You may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visitation on Thursday, April 10th from 6 to 8 p.m. and Friday, April 11th from 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, April 12th at 11 a.m. Interment in May in Comber- mere. In Honour of Jim's hopeful, compassionate and loving being, donations to Parkinson Society Canada -- Durham Region Chapter, or to any charity connected to nature or animals, would be greatly appreciated. AJAX, HARWOOD/HWY 2,3- bedrooms, upper level of house, laundry, parking no pets/smoking first/last. Suits 3 single people, or family. Avail. immediately. (905)686-5297 AJAX, ROSSLAND/HARWOOD. 3-bdrms, 3 bathrooms, double garage, familyroom, close to Go bus/shopping, schools. No smok- ing/pets. Avail. June 30. $1600+ utilities. (416)315-3085 AJAX/PICKERING 2 homes, both newer 3 bedroom, 3 bath- rooms, fireplace, central air, $1250 & $1295+ Basement not available. April 15 and June 1. 647-271-6660. DUNDAS/GARRARD CLEAN 3- bedroom home. Double garage. No appliances. No pets. $1400 plus utilities. References re- quired. Avail. May 1st. Call 905- 579-0908 or 905-725-2437. HWY #2/BROCK RD, two storey home, 2800sq feet. Large 4-bed- room, 2-1/2 baths, 2-car garage, main floor laundry, C/A. Close to all amenities/bus. $1,750/month, plus utilities. Available now. (905)509-9849 or (416)270-1402. MAIN UPPER HOUSE. Mature adults, no pets/smoking. Full use of backyard, great location, near amenities. $1,200/month, plus utilities. Available May 1st. Refer- ences. (905)725-4622. OPEN HOUSE, 2pm-4pm, Satur- day April 12th. 323 Dovedale, Whitby. 3-bedroom, main floor. $1150/month, includes utilities. Bob Pichut, Sutton Group Clas- sic. (905)430-9000. OSHAWA 3 bedrooms fridge, stove, $1,250 plus utilities. Available immediately. No pets. No smoking. Call 705-876-0186, 905-259-5119. OSHAWA, 2-BEDROOM home, large yard, parking for 2 vehicles, First/last, references, credit check. Available immediately. $900/month. Call (905)260-2007 PICKERING - Liverpool Rd. north of Hwy 2, 2-bedroom bungalow, unfinished basement, A/C, fridge/stove. $1125+ utilities (905)420-1524 PICKERING VILLAGE, freshly painted, 3-bedroom bungalow, eat-in kitchen, gas range, living room with electric fireplace, deck, gas barbecue, laundry, car port, no smoking, first/last, $1375, in- clusive. Available immediately. (416)843-7244. PICKERING, BROCK/MAJOR Oaks, 3 bedroom house, freshly painted, clean, 5 appliances, a/c, double driveway. Balcony off din- ing room. Front patio. No pets/smoking. Amenities. Available June 1st. $1300/month. 905-686-6684. S.AJAX 3-BEDROOM,2 wash- rooms, near schools, park, lake. Excellent condition, newly deco- rated. Includes garage, large driveway, plus large 1-bedroom basement apt., First/last, May 1st. $1575+ utilities. (905)839-4326 WHITBY,4-bdrm mainfloor bun- galow, all inclusive with laundry and satellite, $1250/mo. First/last. No pets/smoking. Avail. May 1st. (905)721-1862 WHITBY, LUPIN/DUNDAS. charming 3-bdrm mainfloor of house in great neighbourhood. Private yard, hardwood, close to amenities. $1000 plus 1/2 utilities. May 1st. (905)867-8417 3+1 BEDROOM townhouse, walking distance to Five Points Mall, Taunton /Ritson. $1100/month, plus utilities. Available May 1st. (905)665-7416 or (905)431-6931. AN OSHAWA SOUTH town- house, 3-bedroom $975+ utilities. Close to schools & shopping. First/last. 905-579-9956. BOWMANVILLE 3-bedroom end unit townhouses. Avail April/May 1. Gas fireplace, hardwood floors, att garage, walkout to private yard. Fridge/stove, washer/dryer, water included. $1295/mo + heat/hydro. Near schools/401. Call Gary Bolen Broker of Record Century 21 Netview Real Estate 905-404-2255. CARRIAGE HILL 2 & 3 bed. townhouses. In-suite laundry, util. incl., Balconies, patios, courtyard. Pking. avail. Near DT, shopping, restaurants, schools, parks. 122 Colborne St. E. (Simcoe N., Colborne E) 905-434-3972 www.realstar.ca NEW TOWNHOUSE for rent, open concept, 2 living rooms, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, double gar- age, family or shared accom. $1600/month. Call 416-931-2083, Whitby TAUNTON TERRACE 3 bed- room townhouses. Ensuite laun- dry. Landscaped grounds w/pool & playground. Private backyards. Sauna & pking avail. Near shop- ping & schools, public transport. 100 Taunton Rd. E. (Taunton Rd. & Simcoe St.) 905-436-3346 www.realstar.ca AJAX - ROOM TO RENT,share kitchen, female preferred, 400 per mo. no pets. call (905) 686-5650. AJAX, HOME TO share, fur- nished, bus route, TV, Internet, parking, Mature non-smoking working male preferred. $425. 905-239-1732, 416-723-5576. PICKERING, BROCK/FINCH, furnished room with use of full kitchen, suits single male, smoking, utilities/cable included, close to bus stop and park, reasonable, (905)686-4975 or (647)400-4975. SMALL FURNISHED ROOM FOR RENT (female preferred), $425/month includes all utilities. Kingston Rd. Pickering. Near all amenities. Immediate. Share kitchen/bath. (905)426-2314 leave voicemail. A FURNISHED ROOM -Full use of house, laundry, parking. South Oshawa, $425/month in- cludes utilities, first/last. Dave 905-391-7435 AT BLOOR & SIMCOE,Oshawa. Share furnished apt with 2 males. Near all amenities, bed/sitting room, cable/internet, parking in- cluded. Available immediately, lst/last, $450/mo inclusive, View- ing (905)433-4088. BROOKLIN -house to share pri- vate bath and sitting room. Use of all amenities. All inclusive. Re- laxed professional atmosphere. First/last. 905-409-2266 CHEERFUL RESPONSIBLE roommate wanted May 1st. Pick- ering. Bedroom w/large sitting room, walkout to deck, shared bath/kitchen & laundry. $550/mo. No smoking/pets. First/last. (905)839-7675 NORTH PICKERING,Whites /Taunton. ROOM FOR RENT, in 4000 sq. ft. home, two fireplaces, 44 ft. deck fire pits, 10 acres. $500, $650 or $750 (private en- trance), one available, your choice. Paul Cell: (416)527-3858 NORTH WHITBY.Live in a Cas- tle. Luxury furnished bedroom. Beautiful jaccuzzi bathroom, TV. room, cable/parking, outdoor hot- tub. No pets. Available May 1st. $650/mo. (905)432-6454 PICKERING: SHARE 3-bedroom townhome with 25yr old female, underground parking, near lake/GO/401, conservation area, waterfront trails. Female pre- ferred. $425+. Immediate. (905)839-6648, (647)273-6942. PICKERING: SHARE condo w/female. Clean, quiet, furnished, 24hr. security, beside bus, near all amenities. 401/Liverpool. Fe- male preferred, $440/month. No smoking/pets. Immediate. (905)492-0654 1989 28' WINNEBAGO.Excel- lent condition. Sleeps 6. Stove, fridge, microwave, bath- room/shower, A/C, furnace, back- up camera, awning. Approx 90,000 miles. Call 905-723-1724 or 905-723-1783. TWO TRAILERS AVAILABLE, first/last, $600/month, all inclusive Call Eileen (905)666-9321. SWIMMING POOLS.Book now and save! Special on 14'x26' in- stalled for as low as $17,999. Call 905-251-5620 or 905-985-4151 www.everclearpools.ca STOLEN 2004 SUZUKI RM 65 dirt bike on Monday, April 7 be- tween the hours of 11:45 am and 2:50 pm. This is my 11 year old son's bike, who hadn't had a chance to ride it. From informa- tion received so far, we have been advised that the bike was seen in the Grandview and Bloor area on Monday evening ridden by what appears to be a young teenager. $200 REWARD for the return or information leading to the return of the bike. If you have any information, please call 905- 431-1283 or 905-431-2210. ARE YOU A SWM, (64-68) who likes the finer things in life? SWF would like to hear from you! SE- RIOUS REPLIES ONLY CALL, LEAVE MESSAGE AND PHONE NUMBER AT: 1-800-692-3269 Box #321886. ERASE YOUR CRIMINAL Record. We succeed where our competition can't. We give free consultations. Our cost just $475. Apply online www.governmentpardons.ca Call Robyn 1-800-298-5520 RETIRED PROFESSIONAL lady, medium height, fair, seeks dance partner for dance lessons at Pickering Senior Centre. For classes starting April 25th. (416)439-7004. CINDY'S DAYCARE, Maple Ridge area, loving mother of two, 17 years experience will care for your child. First aid and CPR. Call (905) 837-2042. ECE 18-yrs experience, mother of 2 would like to care for your children 2+yrs. Fun activities, out- ings, hot meals peanut/pet/smoke free environment. Hwy 2/Liver- pool. Irene (905)837-0315, 416- 556-9147. ARGENTINE TANGO DANCE classes. 10 weeks $85. Orono United Church. For information 905-987-2283 Email: bobandjen@rogers.com PIANO TEACHER looking for students, beginners welcomed at any age. Westney Heights area of Ajax. Call Joani at 905-686- 8351. +CARPETS, LAMINATES & HARDWOOD, 3 rooms, Berber caret installed, $389 (30 Yds.), 12.3 mm laminate from $1.49, hardwood flooring, 3 colours from $5.39 sq. ft. installed. Free in- home quotes. Saillian Carpets. 1-800-578-0497, 905-242-3691, 905-373-2260. 1/2 PRICE LEATHER JACKETS purses from $9.99; luggage from $19.99; wallets from $9.99. Everything must Go! Family Leather, 5 Points Mall, Oshawa (905)728-9830, Scarborough (416)439-1177, (416)335-7007. 2 INCH WATER pump, $200, 5 1/2 HP. Generator,1200 watts with battery charge, $125 . Tool kits included. New. 647-204- 5404, 905-427-7389, e-mail fixitman70@hotmail.com AAA CARPET FLOORING & HARDWOOD:Carpet 3-rooms from $329 (30-sq. yd.) includes: carpet, pad and installation. Free estimates. Carpet repairs. Serv- ing Durham and surrounding are- as. Professional Painting also avail. Call Sam (905)686-1772 ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress set, cost $1000, sacri- fice $275. Call 905-213-4669. BMW SUMMER 4 wheels/tires Dunlop Sport, Aluminum rims. Fits 3 series ’01–’05 $650 or best offer John 905.432.0774 CANONDALE V800 full suspen- sion mountain bike with hydraulic disc brakes. Rarely used and in excellent condition. $1,000.00 call 905-434-4648 CARPETS, LAMINATE & VINYL flooring. 1 or more rooms, I do it all! Carpets starting from $1.20- sq.-ft. installed. Laminate 15mm $2.20-sq-ft. Installation avail. Residential, commercial. Satis- faction guaranteed. Free Esti- mate. Lexus Flooring, Mike 905- 431-4040 CASH FOR GOLD,no amount too small. Call (905)439-2323. COFFEE TABLE w/drink platform $160, two end tables w/2 drawer storage $145.00 each. Solid Ma- ple with inlay detail Excellent con- dition and craftsmanship. All $420. 905-432-0775 COMPLETE WOOD WORK- SHOP (tools ) for sale. (905)571- 6439. CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT B.E. Larkin Equipment Ltd. Kubota Construction, New Hol- land Construction used equip- ment. Durham, Clarington, North- umberland Sales Rep Jim (647)284-0971 EASTON -Streamline box trailer with rear door in good condition 6ft x 5ft x 5ft Lightly used. New spare tire. Extra length tow bar $1200 Contact 905-983-5731 FOR SALE: TEAK stereo cabi- net, $150. Bed chesterfield, col- our brown, $350. Excellent con- dition. 905-686-2884. GIBBARD DINING ROOM Suite, Vintage 1930's. Includes drop leaf table, 6 chairs, side board/buffet and china cabinet. In good condi- tion. Asking $4,000. (905)723- 3569. GOALIE PADS:Prism-25” blue & white, matching catcher & block- er. $300 OBO. Sherwood-28”- Blue & white, matching catcher & blocker. $400 OBO. 905-666- 5175 HOT TUB COVERS Custom cov- ers, all sizes and shapes, $399 tax and delivery included. Pool safety covers. We will not be beat on price and quality. Guar- anteed. 905-259-4514. www.durhamcovers.com HOT TUBS/SPA,Lots of jets, full warranty, cover, new cost $8450, sacrifice $3900. Call 416-524- 2018. NEUTRAL/TAUPE LOVESEAT and Chair. Excellent condition no stains/marks. Re- movable/washable covers. Very comfortable, durable fabric $425.00 for both 905-432-0775 PIANO TECHNICIAN available for tuning, repairs & pre-purchase consultation. Used upright or grand acoustic pianos for sale. Moving, rentals available. Call 905-427-7631 or visit: www.barbhall.com PIZZA BOOTH for rent at Courtice Flea Market. Equipment supplied. Open every weekend. 250,000 people annually. Call 905-436-1024 www.courticeflea- market.com POOL TABLE, 1" slate. New in box. Cost $4395 sell for $1395. 416-524-2018 RENT TO OWN - New and reconditioned appliances, new TV's, Stereos, Computers, DVD Players, Furniture, Bedding, Patio Furniture, Barbecues & More! Fast delivery. No credit application refused. Paddy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798-5502. SOLID OAK HUTCH and oak oval coffee table, purchased 5 yrs ago from Oak Country Canada, $2500 for both o.b.o. (905)767- 0984 TRUCKLOADS OF NEW SCRATCH & DENT APPLIANC- ES new coin washers $699 and new coin dryers $599., also re- conditioned coin washer and dryers available, new Danby apt. size freezers $209, new 24" and 30" ranges $399., wide selection of new and reconditioned appli- ances available. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 CONTENT SALE 1516 Woodruff Cres., Pickering Sat. April 1 10AM-4PM BICHON FRISE mix, miniature, hyper allergenic, non-shed, great temperament. First shots, ready to go April 16th. Only 4 left! $750. each. (905)655-5446 DILLABOUGH POODLE mixes, 30 years in business, www.perfectpuppies.ca, (613)332-5975. TRADITIONAL DOG TRAINING CLASSES. No clickers, no treats, just great results. 905- 797-2855. JACK RUSSELL pups, reputable breeder, licence kennel, JRTCC, JRTCA & CKC member, home raised, vet checked, deposit be- ing taken. Pam 905-797-2270, Brian 905-620-0814. 0 DOWN PAYMENT,2007 G5 Pontiac, 2-dr., $259/month in- cludes taxes. Full warranty, take over lease, phone 905-623-0986. 1972 CHEVELLE 350. Disas- sembled. Ready to be restored. Complete car. Body & Frame in good shape. Good tires. Chrome Centreline rime. Absolute sacri- fice $6500-obo. (905)447-3876 1996 NISSAN Max $3200. 2000 Sunfire $3500. 1996 Sunfire $2500. 1996 Transport Van $1500. 1992 V8 Soloma $3200, 1971 Monte Carlo big block $8500. 1996 Neon $2000. 1999 Cadillac Satera $2500. Best offer can certify (905)438-0524, (905)433-5593 2001 BMW 325 I,silver, leather, sunroof, new tires. $18,999. Call (905)426-7999 or (647)296-7999. A/P PAGE 34 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 11, 2008 newsdurhamregion.com Place your ad at 905-683-0707 Place your ad at 905-683-0707 ENGAGEMENT! Klaus & Bea Mueller of Ajax are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Jill Mueller to Ian Boyes Son of MaryJo Boyes & John Wierzbicki Jill & Ian were engaged in March 2007 Wedding to take place on May 28, 2008 in Holguin, Cuba The families of Tina Crockford & Scott Robb would like to congratulate the lovely couple on the occasion of their marriage which took place on the island of Molokai on January 13th. A celebration followed later at the Capitol Theatre in Port Hope. The newlyweds now reside in Ajax with their puppy Olive 1996 OLDSMOBILE 88 LS, 4 door, 3.8 litre V6, automatic, load- ed, dark green, 155,000kms, many new parts, $3995 certified & e-tested. Call 905-259-9846. 1999 DODGE Caravan, Anniver- sary Edition. Fully loaded, 2 slid- ing doors, excellent condition, certified & e-tested. $2950. Call (905)723-2614 2000 NEON LE, 4-dr auto 136k $3495. 1998 Buick Century 4-dr auto 180k $3295; 2000 Saturn LS1, 4-dr auto 200k $3295; All vehicles certified/e-tested, 1 year powertrain warranty included. 905-925-2205 or 905-987-2205 2001 PT CRUISER $4499; 2001 Sonata $3499; 2001 GrandAm $3699; 1997 Intrepid 147k $2999; 1997 Chev pickup $3499; 10 vehicles under $2000. Certified e-tested. Free 6 month warranty 905-683-1983 or 905-424-9002 www.kellyandsonsauto.com 2002 BUICK REGAL GS, fully loaded, sunroof, leather, heated seats, excellent condition. New tires and breaks. No rust, 77,000kms. $9,995, O.B.O. (905)240-6522. 2002 GRAND AM SE, 2.2, 4-door, maroon, loaded. Excellent condition, very clean. 108,000kms, Certified, $5,500, O.B.O. Call (905)263-8072. 2003 PT Cruiser Limited Edition, leather, sunroof, 140k, $6800; 2004 Cavalier Z24, sunroof, 5-spd, $4900; 2000 Focus 4-dr sedan $2900; 2000 Ford Wind- star, fully loaded, 112k $4900; 2003 Pontiac GrandAm 4-dr, 4-cyl 130k; $5900; 2002 Saturn LS200 4-dr, fully loaded 130k $5900. Certified, e-tested 2-yr warranty. 905-922-2010 416-841- 1487 FineLine Auto 2005 CARAVAN 130k $7400; 2002 Cavalier 4-dr 121k $5200; 2001 Taurus Wagon $3500; 2003 Sunfire 4-dr 101k $5700; 2003 KioRio Wagon $2900. All cars certified/e-tested, 2-year warrantee. (416)841-1487 (905)922-2010 Fineline Auto. 2006 TUCSON (SUV)6 cyl. Loaded with standard features. Extra, extra, B. to B. WARR, till 2013. 28,500kms. Great deal, $18,500. Larry (905)430-2849. NEED A CAR?100% Credit Guaranteed, Your job is your credit, some down payment may be required. 200 cars in stock Call 877-743-9292 or apply online at www.needacartoday.ca NEED FINANCING for a newer vehicle? We offer financing for: *1st Time Buyers *Bankruptcies *Divorce *Slow or No Credit 1- 866-436-3025 or apply online: www.thecreditrebuilders.ca ! ! $ ! AARON & LEO Scrap Cars & Trucks Wanted. Cash paid 7 days/week anytime. Please call 905-426-0357. ! ! ! A - ALL SCRAP CARS,old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407. ! ! $ $ ADAM & RON'S SCRAP cars, trucks, vans. Pay cash, free pick up 7 days/week (anytime) 905-424-3508 CARS FOR KIDS,we scrap your car to feed our kids. (416)876- 0007 905-924-0005 ! A ABLE TO PAY up to $10,000 on scrap cars & trucks running or not. Free Towing 24 hours, 7 days. (905)686-1899 (Picker- ing/Ajax) or (905)665-9279 (Oshawa/Whitby). $$$$$ JOHNNY JUNKER WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE. Has the best cash deal for your good scrap cars and trucks. Speedy service. (905)655-4609 or (416)286-6156. $ $250+ TOP DOLLARS - Ajax Auto Wreckers pays for vehi- cles. We buy all scrap metal, cop- per, aluminum, fridges, stoves, etc. 905-686-1771; 416-896-7066 $100-$1000 Cash For Cars Dead or Alive Fast Free Towing 7 Days a Week (416)893-1594 1-866-256-2883 ABSOLUTELY the best CASH deal for your old junker. Cars & trucks wanted, dead or alive. Free p-up. Call 24 hrs. John 905- 263-4142 or 905-914-4142. CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in running condition. Call (905)427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES LOOKING TO BUY an older car in excellent condition, body and mechanically. Call Kirk at 905 261-4397. 2000 DODGE RAM 1 1/2 ton short box. 200,000 KM, great on gas for a truck. $4000 as is, $4400 certified. Very good condi- tion. Call 905-623-0503 2005 YAMAHA TTR 125,low hours, great condition, runs great! $2300. Call 905-697-8850 24 7 Smart Alternatives Janet, Amy, Kris, Paige Competitive Rates 289-355-2703 Outcalls Only ★★Stars★★ Double D's "Beyond your desires" Beyond your imagination" "Beyond the stars" (905)449-2824 Couples Welcomed. Costumes available. New . . . Sexy Green-eyed Blonde Weekends Only Danielle (905)999-6203 AAA PICKERING ANGELS ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Relaxing Massage VIP Rooms & Jacuzzi 905 Dillingham Rd. (905)420-0320 pickeringangels.com OSHAWA The Holistic $35 you want Ritson Rd. / Bloor 905-576-3456 SUNVALLEY SPA 4630 Kingston Rd. European Attendants Body Rub Massage Open 10 a.m. - 3 a.m. 416-284-7679 • Minor/Major • Roof Tune-Ups • Animal Damage & Removal • Chimney Repair • Skylight Repair • Eavestrough Repair 416-299-1788 LICENCED & INSURED FREE ESTIMATES ROOFING REPAIRS by RAPID TAC BUDGET HOME IMPROVEMENTS BATHROOMS ● KITCHENS ●RECROOMS COUNTER TOPS ●LICENSED ELECTRICIAN PAINTING ● FLOORING ●PLUMBING HOME OFFICES ● HEATING & A/C Mario (905)619-4663 Cell 416-275-0034 BILL DEMBOWSKI HAULAGE Sand & Gravel, Decks, Sheds, Bobcat Services, Sodding Driveway & Sidewalk Repairs, Top Soil, Carpentry 438 Old Hwy. 47 Uxbridge, ON 905-852-1837 B a t h r o o m Renovations& Repairs By Quality Construction 905 626-3771 www. QBATH.com FREE ESTIMATES MAPLE LEAF LAWN CARE ●Lawn Cutting ●Lawn & Garden Maintenance ●Spring Clean Up ●Aeration ●Fertilization ●Weed Control ●Interlocking Stone 905-626-0653 www.mapleleaflawncare.com BASEMENT LEAKS REPAIRED. Call for all your addition or reno- vation needs. Get a deck quote now. Mini-backhoe service. Fully insured-Established in 1988. 905- 986-0124. Bob-Assemble (Est. 1992) Professional Renovations to update - add value or prepare for resale. Carpentry - Custom Decks & Sheds - Rec Rooms - General "To Do List" Repairs Free Estimates Call 905-837-3225 HANDYMAN / FIXER For all small household jobs Certified Home Inspection Call Brian (905)231-9674 HOLMES THE HANDYMAN No Job Is Too Small ●Plumbing ● Trim Work ● Laminate Floors ● Some Electrical ● Tile/Backsplash ●Junk Removal ● Painting Work Guaranteed 416-738-5849 (Brian) PLUMBER ON THE GO Top Quality Plumbing at Reasonable rates Service and new installations Residential/Commercial No job too big or small Free estimates - over 20 years experience (905)837-9722 Kitchen Cabinets ◆ Affordable ◆ Top quality ◆ Dependable w/good references 416-913-9596 MAN FOR ALL SEASONS Painting Basement & Garage Clean Up Grass Cutting Yard Cleaning Eaves trough cleaning Deck Power Washing Snow Removal For FREE Estimates call (905)420-0402 cell (905)903-0402 Need a Handyman? Full basement renos starting at $8500 (lab/mat based on 900sq.ft.) Bathrooms, Kitchens Framing, Drywall, Painting Some plumbing, basic electrical 22 yrs experience Fire & Water Technician Mould Specialist Guaranteed Work (905)442-0068 Roofing Shingles, Flats A + Quality Fully Insured Better Rates All work guaranteed 1-866-816-2477 or 647-519-9339 SPRING SPECIAL ON WINDOW CLEANING $40.00 (up to 20 windows) No Squeegee * Lawn Clean-up * Interior and Exterior Painting * We do odd jobs Bondable & Insured Fred 905-655-5706 Serving Durham since 1990 TBG Aluminum Siding ~ Soffit Facia ~ Eavestrough Free Estimates Call Bruce 905-410-6947 A1 1/2 PRICE JUNK REMOVAL!! All Junk Removed. Homes, Yards, Businesses, etc. We do all the loading. Seniors Discounts. Cheap and fast Service! In Service for 25yrs. John (Local) 310-5865 HANDYMAN SERVICES Concrete Repairs, Interlocking & Brick Repairs, Painting, Spring Cleanup, Tree Pruning, Garbage Removal, 905-431-7762 905-655-5085 NEED A FRIEND WITH A TRUCK? ● Junk Removal ●Light Hauling ●Odd Jobs ●General Deliveries Reasonable Rates Call Hans anytime (905)706-6776 Affordable Painting Reliable & Professional Free Estimates Proudly Serving Durham Region (647)-886-0429 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service (905)428-0081 Ambassador Moving Dependable & Reliable Good Rates 24-hour Service Licenced/Insured (905)683-5342 (416)465-6859 (905)239-1263 CLEAN MOMENT Experienced European cleaning. Residential. Pickering & Ajax area. For service call 647-295-0771 "Clean is our middle name" IRINA'S HOME CLEANING Satisfaction Guaranteed Excellent Competitive Rates References & Criminal Record Available Upon Request (905) 686-6969 PROFESSIONAL CLEANING Shine Cleaning Affordable & Reliable Houses & Condos Cleaning in Ajax & Pickering Call for free estimate Call Valerie 289-200-1612 GARDINER'S LAWN SERVICE (647) 201-4787 Quality without compromise! $ Reasonable rates $ Quality Service Years of experience Specializing in residential properties We take pride in your lawn! Call our team@ 647 201 4787 LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL required immedi- ately. Lawn cutting and garden bed specialists. Experience an asset. Willing to train. Drivers li- cense required. Fax resume to: 905-655-6142. PERSONAL INCOME TAXES From as low as...$35 Call: BottomLine Payroll & Bookkeeping 905.999.7250 Catch Classifieds ONLINE! ANYTIME! Log on to:www.durhamregion.com SERVICE DIRECTORY TO ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE IN THIS SECTION PLEASE CALL AJAX 905-683-0707 G e t t i n g r e a d y t o m o v e ? S e l l y o u r “D o n ’t N e e d s ” H o w ? W i t h a f a s t - M e t r o l a n d D u r h a m R e g i o n M e d i a G r o u p C l a s s i f i e d A d . C a l l ... 9 0 5 -6 8 3 -0 7 0 7 o f f i c e h o u r s a r e M o n - F r i 8 a m -8 p m THE NEWS ADVERTISER, April 11, 2008 PAGE 35 A/Pdurhamregion.com 2008 REGISTRATION AND PLAYERS SKILL CLINICS GIRLS & BOYS. HOUSE LEAGUE AND SELECT TEAMS. Learn to play / T Ball (YOB 2002-2003) Mite through Midget (YOB 1989-2001) www.pickeringsoftball.com Fairport Beach Public School 7-9pm March 31, April 7 & 14 Dunbarton High School East Gym 1-3pm April 12 & 19 New members need Birth Certifi cate. Coach, sponsor, executive, umpire! For more information, please see: 0% fi nancing is available as a fi xed rate loan for 12 months, the loan is renewable at going bank rate at the end of 12 months. Example: $20,000 fi nanced at 0% for the fi rst 12 months & ammortized over 84 months, the monthly payment would be $238.65, cost of borrowing $0 for the fi rst 12 months, then the loan is renewable at going bank rate for up to 72 months, depending on model year of the vehicle. If renewable as an example at 7.9% for 72 months, fi nancing $20,000, the payment is $350.79, cost of borrowing $5194.13 on approved credit. Down payment as shown above. All above monthly payemts are plus PST & GST, amortized terms are as follows: 2001 models 36 months, 2002 48 months, 2003, 2004 models 60 months, 2005 models 72 months, 2006 or newer 84 months on approved credit. Sale prices are plus PST & GST, admin, safeguard, PDE, registration & lic. fee. The following stock numbers are former rental units: Stock # P9793, P9801, P9184, V9765, P9800, P9817, P9822, V9241, P9756. Some vehicles may not be exactly as shown. Sale prices valid on date of publication only. NOW AT 201 BAYLY ST.1-888-527-4929 << SALES HOTLINE www.villagechrysler.ca "!9,9 7% 3 4 . % 9 VILLAGE CHRYSLER CHRYSLER • DODGE • JEEP “Thinking like a customer” BAD CREDIT? NO CREDIT? CALL MIKE / ASHLEY 1-888-565-0555 FOR INSTACREDIT Call Harry 1-888-538-0191 WE WANT YOUR TRADE, ALL MAKES, ALL MODELS, ALL YEARS! HWY 4 0 1 HWY 401 BAYLY S T BAYLY ST HARWOOD AVEHARWOOD AVEWESTNEY RDWESTNEY RDMONARCH AVEMONARCH AVE WE ARE N O T HERE WE ARE HERE SS OLDOLD LOCATIONLOCATION NONO FRILLSFRILLS NEWNEW LOCATIONLOCATION (AT MONARCH AVE.) % • PEACE OF MIND WITH CHRYSLER CANADA INC. BACKED WARRANTY • ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE • QUALITY RECONDITIONING • NATIONWIDE SERVICE OVER 200 NEW CARS! OVER 150 USED CARS! $213 PER MO. $16,985 2006 MAZDA 6 LOADED, VERY LOW KMS. Stk#V9385 201 BAYLY ST. $192 PER MO. $12,985 2006 CHRYSLER SEBRING TOURING Stk#V9241 200HP, V6, ABS, LOW KMS. 201 BAYLY ST. $259 PER MO. $20,985 LOADED, LOW KMS., PWR GRP 2007 CHRYSLER PACIFICA Stk#9771 WE MOVED! $227 PER MO. $9,985 2002 FORD RANGER SUPERCAB Stk#V9498A LOADED, LOW KMS. 201 BAYLY ST. $106 PER MO. $7,985 2006 PONTIAC PURSUIT LOW KMS., AUTO, AIR Stk#P9761A2 WE MOVED! $346 PER MO. $23,985 2005 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE LTD. LOADED, LEATHER, LUXURY Stk#9634 201 BAYLY ST. 2007 JEEP PATRIOT 4X4 Stk#P9822 NORTH PKG, RIMS, AUTO $260 PER MO. $20,985 WE MOVED! $366 PER MO. $28,985 2007 DODGE CHARGER R/T AWD ONLY 5,000 KMS., LEATHER, LOADED Stk#P9820 WE MOVED! $237 PER MO. $18,985 2007 JEEP LIBERTY SPORT 4X4 LOADED, PWR GRP, AUTO Stk#9712 WE MOVED! $311 PER MO. $28,985 2008 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE LTD. FULLY LOADED, TOP OF THE LINE! Stk#9516 201 BAYLY ST. $307 PER MO. $24,985 2007 CHRYSLER 300C Stk#P9817 SUNROOF, HEMI, MDS, LOADED, LUXURY WE MOVED! $15,985 2007 DODGE CALIBER SXT AUTO, PWR GRP, LOW KMS. Stk#V9765 $199 PER MO.201 BAYLY ST. $653 PER MO. $53,985 6.7L, HO-DIESEL, NAV, SUNROOF, DVD, 0 KMS. 2007 DODGE RAM 3500 Stk#P9821 201 BAYLY ST. $16,985 2007 CHRYSLER SEBRING TOURING $213 PER MO. ONLY 18,000 KMS., V6, RIMS Stk#P9184 WE MOVED! $213 PER MO. $16,985 2007 DODGE MAGNUM SXT Stk#P9793 VERY LOW KMS., ESP, 3.5L, V6 201 BAYLY ST. $227 PER MO. $9,985 2002 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN QUADS, ONLY 76,000 KMS., EXTRA CLEAN Stk#T8907A WE MOVED! VISIT OUR BRAND NEW FACILITY! VILLAGE CHRYSLER • DODGE • JEEPVILLAGE CHRYSLER • DODGE • JEEP BAYLY ST. BAYLY ST. $151 PER MO. $9,985 2005 FORD TAURUS Stk#J8722A LOADED, LOW KMS. WE MOVED! $237 PER MO. $17,985 2007 CHRYSLER 300 TOURING Stk#P9800 SUNROOF, RIMS, KEYLESS, LOADED 201 BAYLY ST. LOW KMS! 2007 JEEP COMMANDER 4X4 LTD. $27,985 $344 PER MO. Stk#9777 LEATHER, LOADED, SUNROOFS 201 BAYLY ST. $213 PER MO. $16,985 2007 DODGE CHARGER 3.5L, V6, PWR GRP, BAL OF WARRANTY Stk#P9801 WE MOVED! 201201 0FINANCING ON ALL USED VEHICLES 00 %% 00 %% 00 %% 00 %% 00 %% 00 %% 00 %% 00 %% 00 %% 00 %% 00 %% 00 %% 00 %% 00 %% 00 %% 00 %% 00 %% 00 %% 00 %% 00 %% $237 PER MO. $18,985 2007 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN Stk#P9756 STO’N’GO, RIMS, PWR. SEAT 201 BAYLY ST. $207 PER MO. $13,985 2005 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN DVD, QUADS, ONLY 55,000 KMS. Stk#V9796 WE MOVED! 00 %% 00 %% durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 36 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, April 11, 2008