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Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com✦ 36 PAGES ✦ Pressrun 52,400 ✦ Optional delivery $6/Newsstand $1 ✦ FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2008 The Pickering Half way for United Way ‘Every dollar is important’ NEWS/5 Finance minister hints bailout packages available for Big Three auto companies NEWS/21-24 Dr. Hans Weber served residents of Pickering and Ajax By Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com PICKERING — After more than 30 years of curing sore throats, providing medical ad- vice and carrying out the duties of a trusted family doctor, the beloved Dr. Hans Weber will hang up his stethoscope at his family practice on Dec. 18. A constant flow of patients came out to give their regards to the good doctor at his retirement gathering at the Medical Cen- tre Associates last Friday. Dr. Weber said the turnout was heartwarming and he feels humbled by the amount of people who have stuck with him from Day 1. “You almost become part of their lives and they became part of my life,” he said. The German native moved to Canada in 1964 and attended the University of Western Ontario. He moved to Pickering in 1974 and began practising at the clinic in 1975. Only living a short distance from his practice, he has grown to love Pickering. He’s also gotten quite acquainted with Ajax, as he was chief of staff from 1983 to 1994 at the Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital and cares for the elderly at Ballycliffe Lodge, also in Ajax. He also sees about half of the residents of Com- munity Nursing Home Pickering on Valley Farm Road. He even delivered babies during his days at the Ajax-Pickering hospital. “For many of them, I’m the only doctor they’ve ever seen,” he said. GOing home safely Pickering Council asks GO Transit for more security, information for riders By Kristen Calis kcalis@durhamregion.com PICKERING — GO Transit should beef up its security and provide more information to its riders to help them protect their personal property, says Pickering Council. In a motion introduced by Ward 3 City Councillor David Pickles and Ward 2 Re- gional Councillor Bill McLean, Council asked GO to take a number of measures to ensure safety and less vandalism at the tran- sit system’s stations and parking lots. About 350 incidents are reported to GO every year, but Coun. Pickles thinks the number is higher considering the inconve- nience of reporting them. Commuters he knows see a pile of glass in the Pickering GO parking lot on a weekly basis. Coun. Pickles’s own car was broken into years ago, and al- though there wasn’t much stolen aside from a bunch of CD cases, he had to replace the window. “It’s quite often when you come home in the evening and see a pile of glass in the parking lot,” he said. GO Transit has worked hard to increase its security measures over the past few months, Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Pam Kotchie, right, recounts a story about her children with retiring doctor, Hans Weber, left. Also listening in are Martin, second from left, and Matt Kotchie. Dr. Weber has been the Kotchie’s family physician for the past 21 years. Family doctor hangs up stethoscope ✦ See Golf, Page 4 ✦ See GO, Page 4 The Waiting Game durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 2 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 5, 2008 Durham to put a rush on infrastructure projects slated for 2009 By Reka Szekely rszekely@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Durham is planning on put- ting a rush on infrastructure projects in order to stimulate the local economy. As part of his economic update, Finance Commissioner Jim Clapp recommended ex- pediting infrastructure projects which were to be included in the 2009 budget and are ready to be put out to tender. Even if not all of the winning contractors are local businesses, they’ll still bring busi- ness to the Region, said Mr. Clapp. “Either way you’re going to help the econ- omy, not only with the projects but with whatever spin-offs there are from the proj- ects,” he said. As well, the economic downturn means the Region is getting lots of bites from con- tractors on tenders and Mr. Clapp is looking to take advantage of good deals. “I think this is a hungry economy right now,” he said. As for Durham’s struggling auto industry, he said there’s little the Region can do. “There’s nothing directly we can do to assist General Motors or the feeder plants,” said Mr. Clapp. “It’s really to be prepared for the fallout.” The Region is likely to feel the pain in reduced property taxes if plants close and lost water and sewer revenue. The closing of the GM truck plant alone will cost Durham about $1 million in water and sewer revenue per year. As well, should welfare rates go up beyond the increase projected for next year, the Region would have to dip into a rate-stabilization fund to cover the difference so residents don’t see big jumps in their property tax bills. In fact, the fund was created for just such a shortfall. “It arose from a time when welfare case- load was increasing dramatically,” said Mr. Clapp. Regional Chairman Roger Anderson said he has a list of at least 100 projects that could begin shortly should the feds come through with funding. It includes roads, water and sewer and repairs to social housing and the Region’s nursing homes. “We have the projects, there’s a whole list of them, $200 million-worth, from $70,000 to $12 million (each),” said Mr. Anderson. In addition to the recommendations that went with the economic update, Ajax Mayor Steve Parish floated a motion to compile a list of large parcels of unserviced employ- ment lands in Durham and look into servic- ing them with sewer and water as part of the infrastructure projects. This would mean employers looking to settle in the region could set up shop quickly without having to wait for the lands to be serviced. The mayor said if Durham came out of the economic crisis with 1,000 acres of serviced lands, it would be an asset for the entire region. “Bad economic times are about hard- ships, but they’re also about opportunities,” he said. Also included in the economic update was the unemployment rate for the Oshawa census metropolitan area, which includes Whitby and Clarington. Traditionally below the national and provincial rates, in October it was above both at 7.2 per cent. That’s still lower than the May high of 7.9 per cent. Housing starts in Durham have also fallen sharply to an estimated 3,870 in 2007 from 5,363 in 2006. It’s expected to drop to ap- proximately 3,000 in 2008 as unemployment in Oshawa grows. FIND YOUR HOLIDAY HELP pickeringtowncentre.com Visit pickeringtowncentre.com for full details. Extended Hours Stickers available at Guest Services. Contest runs from 10am – 8pm. One prize per customer. Secret Santa Saturday, December 6th Located on the upper level near Mastermind Toys. December 3rd-December 24th Proceeds in support of the United Way. Gift Wrap Centre Get spotted by Secret Santa wearing your sticker and you could instantly WIN a pre-loaded Pickering Town Centre Gift Card! Watch for our full 2008 ChristmasChristmas BrochureBrochure WE’VE GOT YOUR SIZE Sizes 4-15 Widths AA-EEE PICKERING TOWN CENTRE • UPPER LEVEL • SEARS WING COMFORT FROM ITALY THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 5, 2008 PAGE 3 A/Pdurhamregion.com Regions wants to build to stimulate economy ‘Bad economic times are about hardships, but they’re also about opportunities.’ -- AJAX MAYOR STEVE PARISH durhamregion.comP PAGE 4 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 5, 2008 said GO spokeswoman Vanessa Thomas. In July, GO formally asked police forces for increased presence in GO parking lots, and to share its information of reported vehicle damages or thefts to GO in order to better track information. They’ve also given police formal authority to enforce trespassing laws on GO lots. “We’re really committed to mak- ing our parking lots as safe as pos- sible,” she said. And, they’ve increased the fre- quency of random parking lot in- spections. They also identify the “hot spots” and target those areas. All GO staff have also received memos asking them to take a drive around the lots before and after completing their assigned duties and to report any suspicious be- haviour or damages. There are also cameras in most lots. “We’ve got a lot of eyes watch- ing,” Ms. Thomas said. Although Coun. Pickles sees GO trying to increase its security mea- sures, he thinks more has to be done to inform riders on what to do if their cars are vandalized. “There’s no information being provided to those who use the ser- vice,” he said. Ms. Thomas said GO is trying to educate its riders with a pamphlet, GO Safely, available at most sta- tions. It provides information on all safety measures, such as pro- tecting vehicles and personal se- curity around the tracks. With the program Lock It or Lose It, transit enforcement or local police officers leave a notice inside of the vehicles that are left open or have windows rolled down. In fiscal year 2007-08, 304 major incidents were reported to GO tran- sit (116 vehicle thefts and 188 thefts from vehicle). Another 187 minor incidents were reported. In fiscal year 2008-09, the numbers have de- creased, Ms. Thomas said. They’ve also partnered with the Ontario Association of Crime Stop- pers, which rewards people who report information on crimes by calling 1-800-222-TIPS. Riders can call GO at 905-803-0642 if they wit- ness a crime. In the high-demand doctor’s ear- lier years, it wasn’t unusual for him to work 15-hour days. Now, 33 years later, Dr. Weber can usu- ally be found tending to medical needs, whether at the clinic or a nursing home, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. “I’m not going to miss the hours but I’ll certainly miss my patients,” he said. Allan Kowan and his wife are just a couple of the patients who have trusted Dr. Weber for three decades. They moved to Pickering in 1978 and have been seeing him ever since. “I’ve enjoyed him,” Mr. Kowan said. “He’s a German chap. It doesn’t look like he’s aged at all to be truthful.” Dr. Weber plans to play golf and do some more gardening in his extra time. As for travelling, he’ll have to wait for about another five years, since he’ll continue to do his rounds at the nursing homes until then. Although Dr. Weber is leaving, he is glad to see the clinic will carry on and wishes everyone the best of luck. Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo The City of Pickering has requested GO Transit beef up its security at stations. GO says it’s working on safety measures ✦ Golf from page 1 GO has been asked to * provide better education to riders to protect themselves and their per- sonal property; * establish a formal reporting and tracking process through staff and on- line in order to allow riders to report incidents; * through advertising, make riders aware of the processes to report the incidents to GO and police; * report all incidents and compile and share the information with local po- lice and riders through newsletters and online; * increase staff and enforcement at GO stations and parking areas to im- prove safety and security; * improve lighting; and, * increase closed circuit television cameras. ✦ GO from page 1 Golf and gardening to replace aches and pains for Dr. Weber after 33 years in practice VIJAY BADHWAR, DMD Dental Care for Adults, Kids and Great Big Babies. • A Full Range of Dental Treatments - Bring the whole family. • Saturday & Evening Appointments - To serve you better. • Flexible Payment Options - Helping you get the treatment you want. • A Relaxing Atmosphere - Virtual vision glasses, stereo headphones to help ensure you have a pleasant visit. 905-683-1391 We keep our patients smiling by taking the time to understand their needs. Add our friendly, caring staff and state-of-the-art techniques and you’ve found a good dental home. • Video Games & Systems • Gold (any condition) • Musical Instruments • Receivers/Amplifi ers • Electronics • Power Tools • DVD’s $$ $$$$ $$ 95 Bayly St. W. Ajax 905-683-2212 (on Bayly West of Harwood) $5OFF AJAX LOCATION ONLY Purchase of $20 or greater. Excluding consignment items. Not valid with any other offer. 25% - 50% OFF HOLIDAY SALE! SALE SALE THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 5, 2008 PAGE 5 A/Pdurhamregion.com ‘I’m optimistic we can reach the goal’ By Keith Gilligan kgilligan@durhamregion.com DURHAM — With the end of the campaign looming, the United Way is half-way to its goal of $1.75 million. Fundraising campaign chair- man John G. Smith said $889,000 had been committed as of Tues- day. “The numbers are coming in and we’re just over half-way to our goal. It’s where we expected to be at this point in the campaign,” Mr. Smith said. “Employee campaigns are still going on,” he said, adding some continue into December. The campaign officially ends at the end of December, “although some funds continue to arrive in January. We have our touchdown at the end of January,” Mr. Smith said. “Certainly we’re feeling the im- pact of a troubling economic cli- mate. Some work campaigns and individual donors aren’t able to give as much as in other years,” Mr. Smith said. “Others are making up the shortfall. “Ultimately, donors and volun- teers alike recognize the programs that are funded by the United Way will be more vital than ever in the year to come,” he said. Employees at Messier-Dowty contributed their highest total ever, giving $65,800, while Nokia employees also reached a new high with a $23,400 donation. The United Way funds more than 50 programs that touch one- in-three people in the commu- nity. “We’re cognizant of the cur- rent economic climate,” Mr. Smith said, adding the campaign cabi- net has to “make sure we knock on every single door. Every dollar is important.” Most of the events in the coming month are “workplace focused,” although there will be “specific calls to specific sectors” and the direct mail campaign is continu- ing, he said. “I am optimistic we can reach the goal, given where we are right now. It still requires that everyone give what they can,” he said. “We’ve seen a lot of support at the grassroots level,” he said, pointing to such events as the UOIT forensic house event, which raised more than $1,000. “If there’s one message, in the economic climate, we all know these programs will be important in the year to come. Every dollar is important as people come forward to support the way.” For more information or to con- tribute, visit www.uwayapu.org or call 905-686-0606. United Way half-way to target Crystal Crimi/ News Advertiser photo Pickering Regional Councillor Bill McLean, left, accepts a box of money from Boston Pizza staff members John Kalar, Darla Young and Jessica Way during the restaurant’s recent re-opening celebration. In the box is $403 raised for the United Way through pizza slice sales during a one-hour event at the City of Pickering.RSS UPDATESRSS UPDATESGet your local news and ports faster newsdurhamregion.com Governments owe automakers some form of assistance 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 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 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, December 5, 2008 durhamregion.com Pilot project will educate residents I f it takes the fear of neighbourhood ridi- cule to push people to dispose of waste properly, then so be it. A project that’s starting out small, only affecting about 750 residents in Pickering’s Amberlea neighbourhood and another 750 in Courtice, will begin soon. If it goes well, it could be rolled out Durham-wide. Durham Region has decided to test the two neighbourhoods to see if collecting garbage in clear bags will help increase the Region’s diversion rate to 70 per cent. The first two months in the three-month proj- ect starting in January involves educating residents. Bags won’t be left behind until the final month, and only if they contain significant amounts of recyclables or com- post. If there are only a few items in the bags, the Region will pick them up anyway. But come on, residents will have had two months to get used to the idea by that time. In fact, having a margin of error is rather charitable. I live in an apartment building and do not have the luxury of a green bin. In fact, I don’t have a blue bin either. I have to drag my recycling to the building next to me in order to dump it off there. It annoys me when I see cardboard sticking out of the garbage chute and I think my fellow apart- ment dwellers would change their tune if others could see who is not following the famous three Rs: reduce, reuse and recycle. Of course, it’s not the Region’s intention to ridicule the people who don’t recycle or compost as they’re expected to. Rather, it simply allows garbage collectors to see if recyclables and compostables are in the wrong place. But this is one instance where peer pressure can actually be beneficial in the end, whether it’s intended or not. And, most importantly, it’ll educate the resi- dents. Some are annoyed that Amberlea was cho- sen as the neighbourhood to test out the pilot project without consulting residents first. But it wasn’t chosen at random. The Region needs a good sample area to test out the project, and Amberlea is just that, with its single-family homes and no high rises. Also, the residents proved to be good test subjects when the Region tested the green bin program there. Plus, the Region is allowing residents to put a small opaque bag inside the clear one in order to hide anything that may be embarrassing. Also, arrangements are being made for people with certain medi- cal circumstances, who will be exempt. Hopefully no one will stash their apple cores or margarine containers in the opaque bags if they’re too lazy to separate them. And this is the problem: people are lazy. Is sitting on the couch for an extra couple of minutes really worth filling our precious earth with things that could be recycled or composted? The Earth is a mess. If people with the luxury of using green bins and blue bins can’t be bothered to sort their waste into the proper containers, they deserve to have their garbage left at the curb. Maybe having to go through the trash and sort it out for the next collection will teach them a les- son. Besides, if people are recycling anyway, what are they afraid of? Kristen Calis’ column appears once a month. E-mail kcalis@durhamregion. com. Region making diversion intentions clear I t’s clearly zero hour for General Motors and our community waits with bated breath. In both the United States and Canada, lawmakers are poring over the balance sheets of the Big Three North American automakers, searching for evidence they have plans to rebound from devastating losses suffered these past few years. General Motors of Canada, centred in Durham Region, depends for its lifeblood on the future of its American parent, which says it is running on fumes. CEO Rick Wagoner says GM will run out of money and go bankrupt unless the Amer- ican government provides it with the bailout cash it needs to keep operating. We can only hope the U.S. Congress sees the sense of keeping such a vital industry running and lends it the $34 bil- lion it needs in loan guarantees to keep afloat. Here in Canada, the Province, where the auto industry is almost entirely situ- ated, and the federal government are looking at the Canadian operations of GM, Ford and Chrysler. The feds and the Province want to see where Canadian automakers stand and what plans they have to remain viable and successful in a tough global economy. We all know how difficult workers have had it over the past few years as sales have slowed. The credit crisis, skyrocket- ing oil prices and resulting slackening demand for made-in-Canada GM prod- ucts have dealt a hammer blow to the industry here. New products are needed for the Oshawa flex plant besides the Camaro. While it is not the job of legislators or bureaucrats to pick successful future models or micromanage the auto busi- ness, it is their responsibility to safeguard taxpayers’ money. GM, Ford and Chrysler will need government help -- of that there can be little doubt. Once the feds and the Province have been satisfied the Canadian Three have plans for future success -- and these must include buy-in and concessions on wages and pensions from the Canadian Auto Workers union as well as from manage- ment -- a multi-billion-dollar bailout is a logical outcome. It must come with taxpayer protections and strings attached that require job and investment guaran- tees from the companies and assurances that taxpayers are near the front of the line of creditors. Kristen Calis Liberal-led coalition would be a ‘betrayal’ of the electorate To the editor: It is one thing to achieve power benevo- lently and quite another to betray the will of those whose support you will need in the next election. What are the Liberals telling Canadians? That their votes mean nothing? That it is better to conspire with separatists than to appeal to the judgment of the general public? The Liberals, and only the Liberals, will be remembered as the party that seized deviously that which they could not gain honestly and discarded their integrity in the name of power. The NDP knows this. The Bloc knows this. And to attempt to take that power when you are at your lowest popularity in over 100 years confirms a dismal and blatant disregard for public opinion. If Canada needs Liberals, we need you to be honourable, we need you to be duti- ful, we need you to be reflective of our beliefs and, most of all, we need you to be worthy of the trust that is granted to those who come to power honestly. Brian Densham Ajax Gift boxes being delivered this weekend By Keith Gilligan kgilligan@durhamregion.com DURHAM — The Ajax Rotary Club is help- ing the Toronto Star Santa Claus Fund spread joy this Christmas. The club donated $500 to the fund yester- day, Dec. 4. “It’s a good community-type initiative. We like to see the money go back into this community,” said Tom Batchellor, the club’s president. “There are so many kids want- ing.” Each year, gift boxes are distributed to needy children up to age 12. Boxes include items such as sleepers and a small toy for babies, and a warm sweater, socks, mittens, a hat, book, toy, candy and a toothbrush and toothpaste for kids four to 12. Jodi Raymond, the assistant circulation manager for the Ajax-Pickering News Adver- tiser, spoke to the club about the fund and the need for it. In Durham Region, more than 600 boxes are being delivered. Names of recipients are submitted to the fund by social service agen- cies and “the parents have to agree for the child to receive a box,” Ms. Raymond said. If a family agrees to receive support, each child in the house receives a box, Ms. Ray- mond said. Each box has $33 worth of items and the goal is to raise $20,000 locally, she said. Boxes are being delivered this weekend by Boy Scouts, who will be accompanied by an adult while making deliveries. “We never send out a child alone. “I have volunteers from as far away as Port Perry,” she said. “I remember working with the Salvation Army in Cobourg. We would deliver food baskets. I would walk away feeling this is what Christmas should feel like,” Mr. Batch- ellor said. Ms. Raymond said she’s “very grateful” for the club’s $500 donation. “It helps put a smile on a child’s face. It makes Christmas so much more enjoyable for a youngster,” she said in an interview. In addition to the News Advertiser, other Metroland papers taking part are The Mis- sissauga News and the Brampton Guardian. The Santa fund was established more than 100 years ago by Toronto Star founder Jo- seph E. Atkinson. He used the Star to tell the stories of less-fortunate kids, asking readers to donate money to buy them gifts. This is the Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser’s fifth year of involvement. To donate by VISA or master Card call 416- 869-4847 or visit www.thestar.com/santa- clausfund. Donations are being accepted at the News Advertiser offices, 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday to Friday. Wishing All A Safe and Happy Holiday Wishing All A Safe and Happy Holiday May this season bring you happy memories to cherish through the years. THERETIREMENT OPTIONOFCHOICEwww.chartwellreit.ca 1801Valley Farm Rd.,Pickering,ON Call905-420-3369 PARKWAY Retirement Residence 1645 Pickering Pkwy. Pickering,ON Call905-426-6603 READERS CHOICE WINNER DIAMOND WINNER • BEST DINNER THEATRE 2008 DiamondHERONGATE DINNER THEATRE 2885 Altona Rd., Pickering look us up at www.herongate.com 905-472-3085 • 1-866-902-9884 PLAYING IN NOVEMBER & DECEMBER.. Herongate Delivers Quality & Price... Come and discover the value! GIFT CERTIFICATES - A GREAT CHRISTMAS PRESENT 110 HOPKINS ST. 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Caplan said. “They had probably about a dozen sup- porters,” he said. Some of the faces were familiar to the cops, Det. Caplan said. They retrieved a number of pictures -- the images were pho- tos of suspects using forged debit cards at ATMs across the GTA -- and used them to identify five suspects who had previously been unknown to the cops. Five men in their 20s from Toronto, Otta- wa and Markham were charged with fraud- related offences -- and taken to jail to await bail hearings. Police arrested the first seven suspects last Saturday after tracking their movements in Whitby, following them to a motel room where investigators seized a stolen debit pin pad. But even as the police were preparing to make the arrests, accomplices were using data from the pin pad to withdraw money from victims’ bank accounts, Det. 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One leapt over the counter and reached into an open cash register while the other suspect grabbed the manager, a 26-year-old woman named Jorga, in a headlock and repeatedly punched her in the face. “They came in and jumped over the counter,” she said. “One jumped the counter and one jumped Jorga.” Ms. Hiscock said she started to confront one of the men but backed off when he made an aggressive move toward her. The thugs fled with about $350, Ms. Hiscock said. A customer who witnessed the rob- bery pursued the young men -- Ms. Hiscock reckoned they’re in their early 20s -- west toward an apartment block, noting several dropped bills on the ground. The victim, who is six months pregnant with her first child, sustained slight injuries to her face but did not require treatment at hospital, Ms. Hiscock said. The victim’s hus- band came to the store immediately after the attack and Jorga was resting the day after the incident, Ms. Hiscock said. “It could have been worse,” she said. 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The play introduces you to a cemetery where the ghosts of former inhabitants took their secrets to the grave. Written by Edgar Lee Masters, adapted by Charles Aidman and by special ar- rangement with Samuel French (Canada) Ltd., the 60-odd characterizations and vi- gnettes in this play offer a variety of roles from young lovers to teachers, preachers and many colourful town characters. Auditions will be held on the evenings of Wednesday Dec. 10 and Tuesday Dec. 16 in the Pickering Civic Complex’s Tower Meeting Room, located at One the Espla- nade in Pickering. To book an audition time, call the pro- ducer, Julie, at 905-728-6953 or e-mail gcoakes1@idirect.com. Durham’s first-ever resource guide for people with dual diagnosis unveils teamwork approach By Parvaneh Pessian ppessian@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Families seeking support when caring for a person with dual diagnosis can now turn to a handy, one-stop resource guide that combines all the information they need in a single package. After more than two years of intense re- search and collaboration with community partners in the developmental and mental health sector, the Durham Region dual diag- nosis committee launched the new manual at a celebration at the Whitby Mental Health Centre (WMHC) recently. Dual diagnosis refers to an individual who is suffering from a developmental disability and also has mental health needs or chal- lenging behaviours. The committee is made up of organi- zations like Community Living, Lakeridge Health Oshawa and the WMHC. The idea to produce the guide was fueled by the discovery of an already existing guide created by a Toronto-based support and advocacy group called Concerned Parents of Toronto Inc. The group was founded to aid families and friends of individuals with a dual diagnosis of intellectual disabilities and mental health needs. The group’s president Jim Johnston -- who currently looks after his two adult children with dual diagnosis -- said caring for these individuals creates great pressures on a fam- ily and help is often difficult to obtain. “It’s tiring, it’s physically draining and when you have mental health problems and behavioural problems in the mix, it often can be quite a crushing burden for families.” Some of the stress spurs from confusion when dealing with the two separate chal- lenges because service agencies tend to zero in on finding solutions for one of the two different problems while neglecting to con- sider that multiple causes may be at work, he said. “It can be complex to understand how in- tellectual disability and mental health prob- lems interact. Mental health problems can be mistakenly seen as part of the intellectual disability . . . This is known as diagnostic overshadowing and as a result, many are im- properly diagnosed and overly medicated.” The new resource guide aims to alleviate the pressures by providing a comprehensive listing of services and access points to help people navigate the often complicated sys- tem when seeking support for loved ones, said Mark Rice, manager of dual diagnosis services at WMHC. “It really nails down exactly what each agency can offer so people who are looking for services don’t have to waste a lot of time or energy,” he said, adding that families now have access to fast and useful information from the various types of professionals and services offered each agency to their loca- tions and hours of operation. Lyn Kyneston from Pickering looks for- ward to relying on the guide to lead the way when struggling with caring for her 28-year- old son who has autism and obsessive com- pulsive disorder. “There’s very often a feeling of just hope- lessness because things come up and you have no where to turn,” she said. “This guide being available now gives the agencies and professionals a way to connect so it’s easier for us to find assistance.” The dual diagnosis resource guide is avail- able online through the National Associa- tion for Dually Diagnosed Ontario at nad- dontario.org. For more information about finding help for people with dual diagnosis or their fami- lies, call the WMHC dual diagnosis support unit at 905-668-5881 ext. 6755. durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 12 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 5, 2008 Single stop sought for double challenge More chances to apply for re-training DURHAM — More laid-off people can get help finding a new path in life, thanks to Sec- ond Career program enhancements. The ministry of training, colleges and uni- versities is helping them by offering more opportunities to apply for re-training. “With any program the government rolls out, it wants to make sure it’s meeting the needs of Ontario,” said ministry spokesman Greg Flood. Second career was launched in June and previously only applied to those laid off with- in a year. Through the program, participants can receive up to $28,000 to help pay for tu- ition, travel, books and other costs. “We’re always looking to improve pro- grams and make them available to Ontario,” Mr. Flood said, and added this is the next step in the process. The changes include allowing eligibility for those laid off as far back as January 2005. Other improvements include allowing people to: apply for more than the maximum $28,000 on a case-by-case basis; take an interim job; and, apply for short-term train- ing of up to six months for people who don’t qualify for employment insurance. About 1,500 people are in training now or being considered for it, Mr. Flood said. Second Career is just one avenue for those who are unemployed, he added. It’s designed to get people back into training and thinking about another career path. “This is one of many,” Mr. Flood said. “This is a long-term training program.” Ontario has budgeted $355 million for Sec- ond Career over three years which, under the original commitment, would help about 20,000 people with re-training. More information on employment pro- grams can be found through Employment Ontario, online or by calling the Employment Ontario hotline at 1-800-387-5656. ON-LINE SHOPPING NOW AVAILABLE Give creative and thoughtful gifts this Holiday Season GIFTS UNDER $25.00 GIFTS UNDER $35.00Can’t decide? 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Bring in your old incandescent light strings and receive a one-for-one exchange on new seasonal LED’s, up to a maximum of two sets per household – while quantities last! Tuesday, December 9 & Thursday, December 11 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Pickering Civic Complex, Council Chambers Enjoy a free concert featuring local musicians and choirs playing a variety of holiday favourites. Performance line-up online . Food donations for St. Paul’s on the Hill Food Bank will be accepted at this event. Music Nights LIGHTING THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 5, 2008 PAGE 15 Pdurhamregion.com 2200 Brock Road in the Brock North Plaza WISDOM TEETH EXTRACTIONS AVAILABLE ON SATURDAYS WITH ORAL SURGEON OPEN EVENINGS & SATURDAYS CONTACT US AT 905-427-7773 • DIGITAL X-RAY • INTRA ORAL CAMERA • TV IN OPERATORIES • KIDS PLAY STATION 2 • DIRECT BILLING TO INSURANCE Back left to right: Kathy, Christine, Robbin, Darlene, Marie, Dr. Mike Tzotzis-Orthodontist. 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Helping her celebrate are, from left, Liam Parker, Ms. Parker, Kori Kostka, Glenn Weddel, owner of Cam-Scott and family, Donny, Chloe, and Lincoln. Ms. Parker even got a trucker name, LuLu. What’s going on in your community? eventnow.ca THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 5, 2008 PAGE 17 A/Pdurhamregion.com FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5 LUNCHEON AND DANCE: The Town of Ajax’s annual event for older adults (55+) is from noon to 3 p.m. at the Ajax Community Centre, HMS Ajax Room, 75 Centennial Dr. Tickets are $13 each and available at the McLean and Ajax community centres. For more information call 905-428- 7711 or visit www.townofajax.com. ADDICTION: The Serenity Group 12-step recovery meeting begins at 8 p.m. at Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd., Pickering. The group meets every week and deals with addictions of all types, including co-dependency. Everyone welcome. 905-428-9431 (Jim). ROUGE HILL SENIORS: The Rouge Hill Seniors Club meets every Friday at the Petticoat Creek Library, 470 Kingston Rd., Pickering, at 6:45 p.m. for euchre. 905-420-6320. EARLY INFANCY PARENTING PROGRAM: A non- profit program to help mothers and families nurture their children from infancy to age two 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). SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6 CHRISTMAS BAZAAR: The Rouge Hill Seniors Club’s Christmas tea and bazaar is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Petticoat Creek Library, 470 Kingston Rd., Pickering. All are wel- come. 905-420-4660 ext. 6320. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7 TAIZE SERVICE: All are welcome at a special church service consisting of singing meditative chants with a short silence in the middle and a few short readings. It is at Claremont United Church, 5052 Old Brock Rd. at 7:30 p.m. MONDAY, DECEMBER 8 ROUGE HILL SENIORS: The Rouge Hill Seniors Club meets to play bid euchre on Mondays at 6:45 p.m. at the Petticoat Creek Community Centre, 470 Kingston Rd., Pickering. 905-420-6320. AJAX SENIORS: The Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club meets for carpet bowling every Monday and Thursday at 9:20 a.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. Beginners welcome but should come earlier. 905-428-2716 (Jim). AJAX SENIORS: The Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club meets for cribbage on Mondays at 1 p.m. at the St. An- drews Community Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. Beginners welcome but should come earlier. 905-426-6265 (Audrey). MOOD DISORDER SUPPORT GROUP: A support group for individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, or stress meets every Monday from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Located at the Salvation Army Hope Community Care Centre, 35 King’s Cres., Ajax. Held in partnership with the Mood Disorders Association of Ontario. For more information, call 905-426-4347. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9 TOASTMASTERS: Gain confidence and develop public-speaking skills. The Pickering Powerhouse Toastmas- ters meets on Tuesday nights from 6:45 to 8:30 p.m. in the Parkway Re- tirement Residence (Activity Room), 1645 Pickering Parkway, Pickering. Guests welcome. 905-831-6867 (Joan). SENIORS: The Ajax Seniors’ Tuesday Morning Discussion Group meets at 9:30 a.m. at the St. Andrew’s Com- munity Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. A presentation by Bernie Rosebush on Is Santa Just for Children? Everyone welcome. 905-683-7799 (Louise), 905-428-8711 (Shirley). HELP FOR PARENTS: Helping Other Parents Everywhere (HOPE) Inc. is a community-based support group for parents dealing with children who have behavioural problems including attitude, substance abuse, running away, dropping out of school and parent abuse. The group meets lo- cally on Tuesdays at 7:15 p.m. Call 905-239-3577 for more information and meeting location. MOM AND TOTS: Mom and Tots is a playgroup for stay at home moms and their children up to kindergarten age. Includes play centres, a sen- sory table, crafts, snack time, story time, and songs and games. Meets Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 11 at the Hope Community Church, 35 King’s Crescent, Ajax. Free and open to all, including moms on maternity leave. HISTORICAL SOCIETY: The Pickering Township Historical Society welcomes Rod Clarke, speaking about North America’s first nar- row gauge railway, which opened in 1871. The meeting is at 7:30 p.m. at the East Shore Community Centre, 910 Liverpool Rd. Free admission to guests and refreshments served. ADOPTION: The Durham Adoption Disclosure Support Group meets at 7 p.m. at the Durham Children’s Aid Society offices, 1320 Airport Blvd. (corner of Taunton Rd. and Airport Blvd.), Oshawa. It’s for those 18 and older who was adopted or a birth family member considering looking for biological members. 905-434- 7656 (Joan). WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10 SENIORS DROP-IN: Eagles Nest drop-in for those 50 and over is at Forest Brook Community Church, 60 Kearney Dr. in Pickering Village, Ajax, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. For more information call Jack at 905-686-5647 or Bob at 905-571-5635. ROUGE HILL SENIORS: The Rouge Hill Seniors Club meets Wednesdays and Fridays at 10 a.m. for darts and 1 p.m. for carpet bowling at the Petti- coat Creek Library, 470 Kingston Rd., Pickering. 905-420-6320. AJAX SENIORS: The Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club meets for euchre on Wednesdays at 1 p.m. and on Mon- days and Fridays at 8 p.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Ex- eter Rd., Ajax. For more information, call Jack at 905-683-9696. 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CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS PAGE Finance minister hints at bailout By Melissa Mancini mmancini@durhamregion.com DURHAM — It’s a manufacturing waiting game. Many are wondering what, if any- thing, General Motors, Ford and Chrysler will get from the Conser- vative federal government and the Liberal provincial government. While the federal Conservative government was preoccupied with staying in power -- the Governor General agreed Thursday to pro- rogue Parliament at Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s request until Jan. 26 -- ongoing discussions to deal with the plight of the automakers continued. Finance Minister Jim Flaherty said he was in a “long meeting” with one of the Big Three automakers and Industry Minister Tony Clement on Wednesday and talks continued Thursday. “It isn’t simple. Each company has its own particular situation, they’re not identical. Each also has its own needs, whether it’s with respect to cash or credit or both,” Mr. Flaherty said. The federal government has asked for the auto companies to submit long-term plans by Friday. The feds have been told that the plans will be in Ottawa by the due date, Mr. Flaherty said. “We’ve been looking at various options, some of them are through my department of finance some are through the department of industry,” said Mr. Flaherty, who is scheduled to deliver a budget to the House of Commons on Jan. 27. Mr. Flaherty said he won’t have to wait until parliament reconvenes to make credit promises to the Big Three. “I think we can take necessary steps to do this in terms of credit without having parliamentary ap- proval immediately but ultimately I expect that we would have to go to parliament and ask for author- ity on a couple of issues that are being discussed,” he said. “In gen- eral . . . if we offer, for example, any sort of guarantees by the govern- ment I can do that as minister of finance but if the guarantee were used later on and payments were necessary I would need approval of parliament to do that. The feds will be closely watching what happens in the United States where the Big Three automakers are putting their bailout plans before Congress and are collectively asking for $34 billion in bailout guarantees. Mr. Flaherty is keeping his eye on what happens south of the border. “We have to make sure the Ameri- cans don’t do something that would damage what we might do . . .” he said. “I think we’ll get to a place where some support, I hope, can be extended to try and bridge to the future.” Canadian Auto Workers Local 222 president Chris Buckley said the government needs to stop ignoring the crisis that is happening in the manufacturing industry. Mr. Buck- ley and the CAW national supported a coalition government and wasn’t concerned that it would further delay auto assistance, he said. “Ultimately we wanted immedi- ate action on behalf of our declining auto industry that was out front and centre,” he said. “We would like to have heard Jim Flaherty last week put some stimulus in place or at the very least a commitment to support the financial relief for our auto indus- try and that was a huge disappoint- ment.” Mr. Buckley said he can only hope that after what has happened the last few days the government will finally take the crisis seriously. The 10 per cent drop in Canadian sales for November should be no surprise, auto guru Dennis DesRo- siers said in an e-mail summarizing the state of the market. “It has finally caught up with us up here in Canada. 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Last year, which was a five-year high for auto dealers, 1.69 million vehicles were sold. Canadian dealers did take a hit in Novem- ber, with sales dropping 10 per cent over the same time last year. November’s de- cline marked the biggest percentage drop in monthly sales in Canada in four-and-a-half years. That’s still a sharp contrast to the U.S., however, where sales plunged 37 per cent to the lowest monthly total in more than a quarter of a century. “We’ve been lucky enough so far in Canada to have access to credit at the consumer level and amazing deals at the consumer level, which is what’s driving sales,” said Mr. Hatch before the November sales figures were re- leased. He cited zero per cent financing over seven years as one example of a great deal. Still, as the big three automakers look for a bailout, sales at Canada’s industry leader GM plunged 23.5 per cent while Chrysler’s busi- ness dropped 15.5 per cent. Ford of Canada’s sales improved 1.1 per cent If they’re not bailed out and head into bankruptcy protection, Mr. Hatch doesn’t think dealers would shut their doors im- The Waiting Game ✦ See Dealers, Page 23 SOURCES: Auto manufacturers News Advertiser graphic Dec. 5, 2008 *According to GM, some of the decline in Canada can be attributed to a strategic reduction in daily rental fleet business THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 5, 2008 PAGE 23 A/Pdurhamregion.com mediately since companies would still be producing cars. Still, the impact would be devastating to dealers. “We’re arguing that most people would not buy a car from a manufacturer that’s gone bankrupt, so declaring bankruptcy would send them off a cliff and make things that much worse.” He doesn’t think bankruptcies, such as those experienced within the airline industry after 9/11, are a good comparison. The airlines used bankruptcy protection to renegotiate contracts and run leaner op- erations. Consumers, however, make a bigger commitment to cars than to airline tickets. “It’s a long-term relationship you’re enter- ing into with the manufacturer. If the manu- facturer declares bankruptcy ... that would lead to an even lower demand for that manu- facturer’s vehicles.” The CADA is lobbying against that hap- pening. Auto dealers employ just more than 135,000 people in Canada and 49,000 people in Ontario. “We’re trying to communicate that would be a disaster,” said Mr. Hatch. A number of local car dealers did not want to comment on the issue. --Files from Torstar news services Dealers employ 49,000 in Ontario ✦ Dealers from page 22 RSS UPDATESRSS UPDATES newsdurhamregion.com DentureClinics we’ll give you a reason to smile... Deegan • Full & Partial Dentures • BPS® Dentures • Same Day Relines and Repairs • Soft Liners • Implant Dentures • Complimentary Consultations Michael Deegan, DD 134 Harwood Ave. S. CALL US TODAY 905-683-6074 Now you’ve given us a reason to smile... 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As of October, the Region was handling 7,868 OW cases, 667 more than in October 2007. And since families are considered a single case, the caseload translates into 17,448 people receiving social assistance. For 2009, the Region is budgeting an eight per cent increase in OW cases. In 2008, the Region budgeted $29.3 million for social as- sistance. Should demand for OW benefits increase at a higher rate, it will be up to Re- gional council to decide if additional money is needed and where it will come from. As to where the demand for social as- sistance is coming from, Mr. Cloutier said he’s not seeing the line workers themselves applying since many of them qualify for EI benefits or company buyouts, he’s instead seeing the spin-off jobs disappearing. “I think the common understanding among economists, among those that focus on the auto sector, is every line job that’s lost may impact another seven in the commu- nity,” Mr. Cloutier said. A federal package to supplement EI could be a part of an economic stimulus package but, so far, no such an announcement has been made. Region says it’s ready for increased welfare caseload The Waiting Game THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 5, 2008 PAGE 25 A/Pdurhamregion.com ENTERTAINMENT ✦ E-mail information to Mike Ruta, mruta@durhamregion.com ✦ Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com A glimpse of 1922 dining decorum Minding your manners at Parkwood By Christy Chase cchase@durhamregion.com DURHAM — You see it every- where -- men wearing hats in res- taurants, people with their elbows on the table, even more people talk- ing on cell phones during dinner. If you’d like to restore a little de- corum to your dining experiences this holiday, try going back in time to 1922, when table etiquette was a big thing, especially in the upper echelons of society. You can find out just how people behaved in the drawing room and at the dining table during a special Parkwood Es- tate program on Dec. 9. Dining Decorum is educational and fun, said curator Samantha George. The hour-long program fo- cuses on the drawing room and the dining room, offering an intimate look at how Canada’s auto baron, R.S. (Sam) McLaughlin, and his wife, Adelaide, would have enter- tained. “We talked about how the rooms would have functioned in 1922,” George said. “It’s so different from etiquette today.” Unlike royalty or people born into money, the McLaughlins wouldn’t have grown up knowing all the de- tails of entertaining etiquette, she said. They would have learned as adults. And there was plenty to learn. “Mr. and Mrs. McLaughlin, as adults, all of a sudden had to learn this to be able to entertain,” she said. From the beginning, 1922 eti- quette is different from today. The formal greeting of “How do you do?” from the host didn’t bring a chorus of “Fine. How are you?” Oh no. The proper response was “How do you do?” accompanied by a nod of the head or a curtsy, George said. (Etiquette called for guests to arrive 15 minutes before dinner, no earlier, no later. Late arrivals wouldn’t be seated after the second course had been served and their reputations would be in tatters.) Then it was off to the drawing room, where there was no sitting and chatting or pre-dinner drinks or appetizers. George said everyone would have remained standing and talking politely in what was basi- cally the waiting area. The big show of the evening was dinner, a multi-course meal. Seat- ing arrangements would have been drawn up with meticulous details by Mrs. McLaughlin and her staff, depending on people’s standing. Husbands and wives couldn’t sit together so she had to take that into account. The order down the table had to go man, woman, man, woman, etc. Status had to be taken into account. There were important people, people who thought they were important and everyone else. While importance or lack thereof was a factor, so too was “servant’s gossip,” George said. “They knew who was talking to who and who wasn’t getting along,” she said. That the was A list. There was also a B list, made up of people who knew the etiquette and were available at short notice. If some- one from the A list had to cancel, someone was needed to fill in, as the McLaughlins needed to have “a proper table.” At the table, you talked to the person on either side of you, that’s it, George said. If Mr. McLaugh- lin wanted to talk to someone at the opposite end of the table, he couldn’t. He had to wait until after the dinner was finished. “Some of these dinners were eight-course meals and if you were sitting beside Mr. Dull ...” George said, his voice trailing off. Of course, guests and the hosts had to keep conversation civil and limited to certain topics. As the host, Mr. McLaughlin would have had to monitor things and be able to steer talk back on track, George said. At the end of the dinner, the men retired to the billiard room for ci- gars and drinks while the women headed to the drawing room, where coffee, tea and alcoholic drinks were served, George said. After a suitable time, the men joined the women and then the evening and the con- versation flowed a little freer. But to get through the eve- ning without any blemishes on the McLaughlin reputation, the McLaughlin’s had to know the rules. In Parkwood’s collection are 100 books on etiquette, many of them with notes in the borders, some in Mrs. McLaughlin’s handwriting, others written by staff. Another twist was that Mrs. McLaughlin, raised in the Victoria era, had to get used to new styles, fashions and etiquette in the Roar- ing 1920s, the era of flappers, short- er skirts and short haircuts, George said. Mrs. McLaughlin’s Victorian laces were out and damask was in. However, she was allowed to mix the two. Then there were the differences between British dining etiquette, followed by the McLaughlins, and the American. The British had a serve-yourself breakfast and lunches and dinners served by staff, while the Americans had a served breakfast and were big on dinner buffets, George said. What would Mrs. McLaughlin have done if Lord Tweedsmuir, landed gen- try and the governor general of Canada, and Walter Chrysler, an American auto baron, were both invited to dinner at the same time? “Lord Tweedsmuir trumped Mr. Chrysler,” George said. To keep everything straight, Mrs. McLaughlin kept books filled with guest lists and dinner menus. Things changed once the Great Depression hit in the 1930s and dinner parties were few and far be- tween. Things never really returned to their former grandeur after that, although you will still find table etiquette practised at top levels, George said. Sometimes, when faced with people with cellphones stuck to their ears, she regrets the loss of dining decorum. But she’s quite happy to see some of the quirkier etiquette stay forgotten. You can find out all about fine en- tertaining at Parkwood at the Dec. 9 program, which runs at 4, 6 and 8 p.m. Don’t be late. Tickets are $18 per person and can be obtained by calling 905-433-4311 Tuesday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Ad- vance registration is required. You can also book other dates for small groups for Dining Decorum. Parkwood is at 270 Simcoe St. N., and is a national heritage site. Walter Passarella/ News Advertiser photo JoAnn Hayden, a Parkwood Estate volunteer, lights the candles in the estate’s dining room. Holiday traditions galore at Greenwood’s Museum Village A ny opportunity to visit scenic Pickering Museum Village, near the village of Green- wood, is always welcome, but this Sunday and next (Dec. 7 and 14) will be especially festive as the mu- seum celebrates the Christmas tra- ditions of local settlers from 1810 to 1910. In the old log cabin, costumed guides share the rituals of the tra- ditional Scottish New Year celebra- tion, Hogmanay, first with a frantic bout of cleaning to sweep away a year’s accumulation of evil spir- its, then with a first-footer carrying symbolic items including a lump of coal for warmth. In the 1850s’ Collins House, there’s no tree, just a little green- ery and lots of carol singing as the Welsh family welcome the Mari Llywd, or Grey Horse, in a door- to-door caroling contest fuelled by wassail punch. English Christmas crackers and a table-top tree are seen in the late 19th century Miller House, where visitors can sample a traditional Christmas pudding. The puddings will be on sale at the General Store, but shop early because they always sell out. The Christmas tree is a new part of the celebration, introduced to England by Queen Victoria’s German husband Prince Albert. After the Illustrated London News featured an engraving of the royal couple with their decorated tree, the trend spread across the British Empire. Although these traditional cel- ebrations may seem short on deco- rations, they were big on music. The Stepping in Tyme dance so- ciety performs Squire Jonathan’s Christmas Ball in the museum’s Oddfellows Hall. It’s a true Fez- ziwig-style dance party where visi- tors are invited to join in traditional English country dances. 905-683- 8401, www.cityofpickering.com/ museum. Betty Zyvatkauskas is a Dur- ham tourism writer. Look for her occasional columns in The News Advertiser and her blog at www. newsdurhamregion.com. An old- fashioned Christmas in Pickering ‘Mr. and Mrs. McLaughlin, as adults, all of a sudden had to learn this to be able to entertain.’ -- PARKWOOD ESTATE CURATOR SAMANTHA GEORGE durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 26 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 5, 2008 Sports briefs DECEMBER 5, 2008 SPORTS ✦ E-mail game scores to Al Rivett, arivett@durhamregion.com ✦ Get local 24/7 newsdurhamregion.com Ajax Rams batter Henry Street AJAX — The Ajax High School Rams kept their unbeaten streak alive in Durham Region senior boys’ hockey action on Tuesday after- noon. The Rams improved to 5-0-1 on the season after they obliterated the Henry Street High School Hawks of Whitby 11-1 in Lake Ontario Sec- ondary School Athletics (LOSSA) regular-season play at the Iroquois Park Sports Centre. Ryan Brawley led the charge with an incredible seven-point (hat trick, four assists) effort against the Hawks. Drew Boyd recorded a two-goal game, while Pat Mayhew, Scott Desroches, Matt Black, Mike Brogan, Brandon Watts and Taylor Giffin all chipped in with singles. Kyle Lindsay notched the lone goal for the Hawks, which are still winless on the season at 0-5-0. The Rams, in second place in the LOSSA East Division standings, take on the first-place Eastdale Eagles (6-0-0) in a battle of two unbeaten teams on Thursday morn- ing at 9 a.m. at the Ajax Community Centre’s Pad 4. Hoops house league signups soon DURHAM — The Durham City Basketball Association holds sign- ups this month for its upcoming winter house league program that gets underway in January. The DCBA is in its fifth year of providing boys and girls with a structured program for youths ages four to 15. The house league program includes player develop- ment and struc- tured league play, while also providing participants with basic basketball fundamen- tals, free clinics, game play and player-of-the-week awards. Registration dates are on Sunday, Dec. 7 at J. Clarke Rich- ardson (1355 Harwood Ave. N., Ajax) from 1 to 3 p.m. and on Monday, Dec. 15 at Carruthers Creek Public School (1 Greenhalf Rd., Ajax) from 7 to 9 p.m. The eight-week house league program begins Jan. 11 at J. Clarke Richardson. The cost is $75 on or before Dec. 7. After this date, the cost is $100. All players will receive a T- shirt and trophy. For more information, call 905-427-4253 or visit www.dur- hamcitybasketball.ca. Eastman rink cashes in at mixed skins bonspiel Foursome takes top prize at Annandale event By Jim Easson Special to the News Advertiser AJAX — Curlers put brooms to ice and swept up some dollars at the Mixed Skins Cash Bonspiel at the Annandale Golf and Curling Club last weekend. Eighteen teams competed in the bonspiel that featured a total payout of $2,400 in ‘skins’. The Terry Eastman rink was the big winners, capturing the ‘A’ event and collecting $338. Curling in the Eastman four- some were Cathy Menard, Mike Menard and Linda Eastman. The Jerry Pinkney team finished as runners-up in the ‘A’ divi- sion, taking home $327 in prize money. In the ‘B’ division, Team Payne won over Team Jewer. The Payne rink earned $351, while the Jewer foursome settled for $250. ••• The OCA Pepsi Junior Region- al playdowns were last weekend and Annandale had members w ho were successful on com- petitive teams in other zones. Chantal Lalonde played with Danielle Inglis of Burlington in Zone 13 on a team that included Annandale curler Tracy O’Leary, now at Laurier University. The Inglis rink won the ‘B’ side of Region 4 and now advances to the Ontario Provincial Junior Women’s Curling Championship at the Gananoque Curling Club from Jan. 7 to 11. Joan Moore curls with Dani- elle Loney of Midland in Zone 10 on a team that includes reign- ing Ontario champion Glenn Howard’s daughter, Carly. The rink advanced to the Region 3 in Meaford but was sidelined with an 0-2 record. The local Region 2 Playdown was held at the Oshawa Curling Club and neither of the compet- ing Annandale teams advanced to the provincials. The junior la- dies’ team of Lesley Pyne, Stacey Hogan, Suzanne Miller and Katie Hickey, with coach Jennifer Mc- Ghee, posted a 2-2 mark. The Annandale junior men’s team of Michael Bryson, James McPherson, Sandy Martin and Josh Hall, coached by Susannah Moylan, went 0-2. ••• An Annandale rink has advanced to the region- als after competing at the OCA senior men’s and women’s zones at Dalewood Golf on the weekend. Sandra Thain’s An- nandale team of Barb Luffman, Joan O’Leary and Janet Alexander advanced as there were only two senior wom- en’s entries. They next play in the regionals in Lakefield on Dec. 13 and 14. The Annandale men’s team of Carl Vickers with Dave Gaudette, Doug Lawson and Geoff Peck went 0-2. Three other Annandale com- petitive curlers were on two additional teams but none ad- vanced. Warren Leslie was on an Uxbridge team skipped by Greg Timbers with Barry Acton and Kent Cochrane. Alex Bianchi and Mike Trudeau were on an Os- hawa foursome skipped by Brian Suddard with John Brotherhood. ••• Annandale will host the first step in the chase for a Tim Hortons Brier entry. The TSC Stores Tankard Zone Playdown is at the club starting Friday, Dec. 5. The draw is full, with 16 men’s teams playing a double-knock- out draw for the two spots to the regionals. Blair Metrakos skips one An- nandale entry with Chris Van Huyse, Andrew Klein and Scott March. Another Annandale entry is skipped by Wes Johnson with Patrick Janssen, Tyler Anderson and Spencer Yule. Johnson and Yule are playing with competi- tive memberships and do not play in house leagues. There is no charge to drop by the club and watch the action. ••• Skip Glenn Howard, with Pickering resident Richard Hart at vice and Brent Laing and Craig Savill on the front end, heads to The National in Quebec City from Dec. 3 to 7. The Quebec event represents the second leg of the men’s 2008- 09 Capital One Grand Slam of Curling series. Eight qualifiers out of 18 top teams will compete for a share of the $100,000 purse. Adrien Veczan photo Skip Jerry Pinkney gets set to deliver the rock at the Mixed Skins Cash Bonspiel at the Annandale Golf and Curling Club last Saturday. Pinkney and crew finished as runners-up in the ‘A’ division, winning $327 in prize money. NO ICKY STUFF! All the advantages of a Healthcare Career without the blood and needles! Yuck! Train for a career as a Medical Offi ce Assistant Peterborough 1-866-437-3881 Oshawa 1-866-401-3757 We have the campus for you! Trillium College TIRED OF YOUR JOB? Train for a career you love! 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Terms And Conditions Apply PRIVATE FUNDS- 1st, 2nd mortgages. Consoli- date bills, low rates. No ap- praisal needed. Bad credit okay. Save money. No ob- ligation. No fees OAC. Call Peter 1-877-777-7308, Mortgage Leaders Business OpportunitiesB Mortgages, LoansM ANY 1st, 2nd & 3rd Mortgages * Below Bank Rates * Refinance to 100% * Purchase 0% Down POWER OF SALE STOPPED!!! 1-877-568-9255 416-540-5977 www.butlermortgage.ca ASK FOR WILL BUTLER,AMP CREDIT!!! INCOME!!! Apartments & Flats for RentA 1 & 2 BDRM Available anytime or Jan. 1. Two locations: 946 Mason St & 350 Malaga. $695 or $825/mo all inclusive, no pets. Call 905-242-4478 or 905-576-6724 1, 2 & 3 BDRM apartments for rent, Whitby, Brock & Dundas area. Available Immediately/January 1st. Call Tony 416-493-1927. 1-BDRM BSMT APT, Pick- ering Brock/Hwy 2, spa- cious, clean, separate en- trance, 1-parking, 4-appli- ances, a/c. $725 inclusive with VIP cable. No smok- ing/pets. 905-428-2015. 1-BEDROOM APTS for rent, North Oshawa, Sim- coe/Taunton. Completely renovated, $650 includes hydro & $720 +hydro, $750 + hydro, available Dec 1st. ALSO 1-866-339- 8781 or (416)881-5544. 1-BEDROOM basement, Ajax, private entrance, in- cludes cable, laundry, parking. Close to 401/GO, suitable for quiet working person. $775/month. ALSO FURNISHED ROOM available. $450/month, includes, cable, parking. No smok- ing/pets, First/last. Available immediately. References. (905)231- 1018. 1011 SIMCOE ST. N., Oshawa. Large 3-bedroom townhome suites with full basements, available for rent. Private fenced yards with mature trees. Close to all amenities. $925/month plus utilities. Call (905)579- 7649 for an appointment. 2 BEDROOM apartment at Simcoe and Centre South. Clean central Oshawa apartment includ- ing utilities for $800. Park- ing included. Call Anthony 905-925-5696. 2 BEDROOM APT. Wil- son/Olive area. Balcony, parking for 1, coin laundry, fridge/stove. $792-inclu- sive. December 1, No pets. John or Carol 905-432- 9862 2 SPACIOUS 3-bedroom apartments. Clean, profes- sionally managed. Large backyard/deck. Near Lake- view Park. Includes park- ing, utilities, laundry fa- cilities. No pets/smoking. $1250 main fl oor. $950 lower level. First/last. 905- 431-1552. 2-BEDROOM APT available anytime, newly renovated, located at 309 Cordova Rd., Oshawa. No pets. fridge, stove, hydro water, 1 car parking includ- ed. Call anytime (905)579- 2387. 2-BEDROOM APT, $825 all inclusive. No dogs. Oshawa, Bloor St. E area. Working adults preferred. Call Matt 289-240-4447 WESTNEY/HWY #2, 2- bedroom basement apart- ment. $850/month, all in- clusive. Includes 4-appli- ances, separate entrance. Modern and clean. First/last, references. 1-year lease. No pets/smoking. Available immediately/Jan 1st. (905)428-1428. Apartments & Flats for RentA Condominium Suites in Oshawa 2 & 3 Bdrm's Free Utilities, Parking. Senior's, Retiree's & GM Discounts 905-728-4993 A++HUGE! two bedroom unit, massive kitchen and living room, bright win- dows, great family neigh- borhood, park, Harmony Rd exit. Golf course, appli- ances Jan. 1. lst/last $875 inclusive. References (905)983-6052. AJAX - ONE bedroom, walkout basement apart- ment, suitable for single professional. Newly reno- vated, gas fi replace, bright and spacious. No smok- ing/pets. $800 per mo. all inclusive. Cell (905)622- 8623 AJAX 3-bdrm mn fl r bungalow 2-bdrm bsmt, Also 1-bdrm & Bachelor. Laundry, parking, near all amenities. 905-428-8946 905-686-8905 AJAX APARTMENT 2 bedroom plus den, main fl oor of house, with walkout to deck and backyard, sep- arate laundry, all applianc- es, close to schools and shopping. $1300 inclusive. Jason or Jenn (905)686- 1003. Dec. 15th. AJAX- Brand new spacious 2-bdrm bsmt. apt. No smoking/pets, separate entrance, washroom w/tub, parking, oversized kitchen, laundry. Near Taunton/Westney. Jan/Feb. 1. $850/month Guneet 905-686-1648 AJAX- OXFORD Towers. Spacious apartments, quiet bldg, near shopping, GO. Pool. 2-bedroom apts. $1029/mo. 3-bedroom $1139/mo. Plus parking. Available Dec. 1st. 905- 683-8571 AJAX-SPACIOUS, legal 1bedroom apt., private laundry, separate en- trance, $850 month in- cludes all utilities, cable, parking, References, fi rst/last required. No smoking/pets. (905)427- 8484, (416)585-6702. AJAX. HARWOOD/401, 1- bdrm bsmt, spacious, clean, separate entrance, parking, a/c, cable. Close to amenities. $750/mo in- clusive. No smoking/pets. Suit working person. 905- 428-2255 after 6 p.m. ASSISTANT SUPERIN- TENDENT, Full-time. Oshawa apartment plus salary. 184 unit bldg. Must have experience. Strong, cleaning and maintenance skills required. Fax 416- 741-1765 BOWMANVILLE immacu- late 1 bedroom apt. Avail Dec 15th. secured en- trance very quiet building $929 includes appliance, utilities, parking and laun- dry facilities. 905-666-1074 BOWMANVILLE, WALK to shopping, restaurants and theatres and go ser- vice. NEW, Short term fully furnished retirement rental apt and long term unfur- nished rentals from $1300/month including tax- es,utilities, condo fees and parking. (905)697-4513 Apartments & Flats for RentA BOWMANVILLE: 3-bed- room close to all amenities. $930 per mo. plus hydro and cable. Of- fi ce hours 9-5, Monday-Fri- day. (905)430-1877. COURTICE West/Townline A-1 condition. 1-bedroom lower-level of house. Ideal for one. very clean, large rooms, parking. First/last, references. No pets. $695- inclusive. Jan 1. (905)666- 1168 evening HWY. 2 & VALLEY FARM, 1-bdrm walk- in basement, split level, sep. entrance, bright, spacious, windows, A/C. $825/inclusive. Avail. Dec 1st. No pets. (905)831- 0415. LARGE 2-BEDROOM bungalow basement apt, downtown Bowmanville. Includes large kitchen, huge livingroom/rec-room, laundry room, storage. Oversize windows, share backyard, parking. Jan 1. $900-inclusive (905)447- 2990; (905)442-6339 NORTH OSHAWA 1 bed- room Jan. and Feb. lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two appli- ances included. Pay cable, parking and laundry fa- cilities. (905)723-2094 NORTH OSHAWA 1-bdrm lower duplex. Clean, bright, laundry, 1-parking, non-smoker, no pets, yard, $700/inclusive. First/last. Available Jan 1st. Ideal for working couple. 905-430- 6906. NORTH OSHAWA, newly renovated 1-bedroom $760 & 2-bedroom $830. Nice units. Includes utilities, fridge, stove, parking. Call 416-902-1174 or 289-240- 5659. OSHAWA 1/2 house with 2 bedrooms $850-inclusive Both available immediate- ly. ALSO 1-bdrm basement apt. avail Dec 1st. ABSO- LUTELY NO SMOKING, no pets. (905)576-3924 OSHAWA CENTRAL Park Blvd, 2-bedroom upper half of duplex. Newly reno- vated. Bus at door. $840/mo.+hydro. 2-bed- room, main fl oor. $880/mo+hydro. Available immediately. First/last. No smoking/pets. 905-430- 0249. OSHAWA large bachelor basement, separate en- trance, galley kitchen, shared parking, laundry, cable, plus all utilities included, wireless internet avail. No smoking/pets. January 1st. $700/mo. (905)409-5409. OSHAWA ONE bedroom, new carpet, fridge, immedi- ately $650., large 2 bed- room, with balcony, 11 unit building, include all utilities and parking $850., Jan. lst. lst/last, 905 924-6075. OSHAWA, 945 Simcoe St. N., Bachelor apt. $650 all inclusive. 118 Bloor St. W., 2-bedroom, $800 all in- clusive. No pets. Available January 1st. 905-723- 1647, 905-720-9935. OSHAWA, 2 bedroom, townhouse style apart- ment, Harmony/Olive area. 2 car parking, private yard, $740 plus hydro/gas. (Heat) Jan. lst. Phone (905)718-3030. OSHAWA, 2-BEDROOM basement apartment, clean, bright, spacious & quiet, includes heat, hydro, water, parking, cable, shared laundry. No smok- ing/pets. $850/month, fi rst and last. Available Jan 1st. (905)434-7899 Apartments & Flats for RentA OSHAWA, 2-LARGE BEDROOMS, $875, $975/inclusive. Near all amenities, Available imme- diately. 1-Bedroom, $650/month plus Hydro, heat included, Available immediately. First/last, no pets. (905)424-5083. OSHAWA, Newly Reno- vated Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 bdrm apts. Adult & Senior lifestyle bldgs. Large units, near bus stop. Call 1-866- 601-3083, 905-723-1009, 905-432-6912. www.apart mentsinontario.com OSHAWA, One Bedroom, bright, clean, quiet second fl oor apartment. Fridge, stove, utilities, cable, park- ing. $830 inclusive. Wilson and Olive. Call (905)986- 4889. OSHAWA, Ritson/Wolfe, 2-bdrm including utilities. Parking, fridge/stove in- cluded. First/last, available immediately. Call 647-404- 1786. PICKERING ALTONA/ TWYN RIVERS area. Clean, 1-bdrm bsmt apart- ment. sep. entrance, A/C, parking, cable, no smok- ing/pets, suite single per- son. $700/mo. 1st/last. ref- erences. (905)509-8339. PICKERING FINCH/DIXIE large clean 2-bdrm base- ment. Great neighbour- hood. Sep entrance, own laundry. All inclusive with satellite, internet ac/utilities. 1-parking no pets/smoking. Jan 1 $985/mo. 416-476-8296 PICKERING Whites/Shep- pard 1-bedroom basement, side-entrance, laundry, 1-parking, near all amenities/401. Available immediately. $700-inclu- sive, prefer single, fi rst/last, no pets/smoking. Call Abbas (905)831-3835 PICKERING, 2-BED- ROOM HWY. 2. BROCK RD. Near amenities. Sep- arate entrance. Parking. Laundry room and appli- ances. Internet/Cable. No pets/smoking. Available immediately. (647)890- 4315 PICKERING, Liver- pool/Hwy 2. 1-bdrm $800/mo. 1-bdrm $750/mo Renovated, like new, walk to Go/Town Centre. Avail. immediately. Short-term considered, rent nego- tiable. Roger (905)420- 4511, (905)619-2655 PICKERING, WHITES/ Sheppard. 2-bdrm bsmt, spacious, very bright, 5 windows, hardwood fl oors, close to all amenities, 1-parking. $800/mo inclu- sive. No pets/smoking. Avail. immediately. 416- 690-7030, 905-420-4000 PICKERING: 2-BDRM basement apt., sep. en- trance, a/c, parking. $850 all inclusive, Available January 1st. No smoking. Call (905)427-6813, 416- 771-7203 PORT PERRY, Walk to Lake Scugog. Enjoy peaceful, beautiful town. Spacious 3-bdrm. Well- kept, quiet 3-storey build- ing. Balcony, 1-parking, Security Video. No Smok- ing/Dogs. First/last. 905- 985-6032, 905-430-7816. PORT WHITBY 1722/1724 Dufferin St. Newly renovat- ed spacious 2-bedrooms $835. Available immediate- ly/Jan. 1st. Laundry/park- ing, walk to GO, 401/Brock St. Near sports arena/shopping. 1-800- 693-2778 REGENCY PLACE Apart- ments 1 & 2 Bed. Util. incl. Security & pking. Laundry, social room & additional storage. Min. to shopping & parks. Access to Hwy. 401 & public transit. 15 Re- gency Cres. (Mary St. & Hickory St) 905-430-7397 www.realstar.ca SIMCOE/MILL OSHAWA, near 401. Nice, clean, quiet building, near shop- ping, transportation. Utilities included. 1-bed- room, $799, 2-bedroom, $919, available Jan 1st, fi rst/last. (905)436-7686 until 8pm. Apartments & Flats for RentA TAUNTON RD. area 1- bedroom furnished base- ment apartment, separate entrance, all utilities includ- ed, no pets/smoking, fi rst/last, adult male pre- ferred. $750. Immediately (905)723-0810. TESTA HEIGHTS 1, 2 & 3 bed. w/upgraded fi nishes. Util. incl. Security & park- ing. Landscaped grounds, private patios & balco- nies. 2 Testa Rd., Ux- bridge. 905-852-2534 www.realstar.ca TWO 2 BEDROOM apts in duplex, central Oshawa. $1050 & $950/mo inclu- sive. Immediate posses- sion. No pets/smokers. Call Dan Silver MinCom Durham Realty 905-404- 8200, or (613)825-5769 WESTNEY/SULLIVAN, Ajax New 1-bedroom plus living room, basement apartment. Separate en- trance & laundry. Parking. Available Dec. 16/earlier. No pets/smoking. $750/mo +utilities. Call Mujeeb at 416-666-2649. WHITBY - Brock/Dundas. Large 2 bdrm. apt., small, quiet building. Newly deco- rated, Parking, locker, no smoking/pets. Call 416- 438-4895. WHITBY - DUNDAS/ COCHRANE. 2 bdrm. apt. in 6-plex: $900/mo.+hydro. on-site laundry & storage. Avail. immediately. No pets or smoking. 1 car garage. 416-200-9474. WHITBY COZY newly renovated basement apart- ment, huge master bed- room, plus den, sep. en- trance. Own laundry, nice kitchen, full bath, $875/month inclusive. Available immediately. Ja- son or Jenn (905)686- 1003. WHITBY immaculate completely redone 1 & 2 bedroom central. Available Dec 1. $785 & $922, appli- ances, heat, water, laundry facilities and parking. 905- 666-1074 or 905-493- 3065. WHITBY PLACE 1 & 2 bed. Landscaped grounds. Balconies, laundry & park- ing. Access to Hwy. 401 & public transit. Near shop- ping & schools. 900 Dun- das St. E. (Dundas St. & Garden St) 905-430-5420 www.realstar.ca WHITBY SOUTH, across from GO station. Cozy 2 bedroom, upper level suite in home, no dogs, suitable for quiet couple, laundry, private parking, open con- cept. $900 all inclusive. References required. lst/last Jan. lst or sooner. (905)666-3388 anytime. Daytime viewings only. WHITBY SOUTH: Spa- cious 1&2 bedrooms starting $750-$900/month. Laundry, fi rst/last, mins to GO. Avail. Dec-1st. No dogs. Daytime viewings only Mon-Fri, references. Days (905)666-3338, evenings (905)832-2722. WHITBY, 2 bedrooms from $950 all inclusive Close to all amenities. Offi ce hours 9-5, Monday - Friday. (905)430-1877 Condominiums for RentC 2-BEDROOM IN McLaughlin Square. New paint & carpet throughout. Includes Bell Xpressview, pool, gym, sauna, work- shop, library, washer & dryer. Indoor parking, CCTV security entry. Su- perb location, bus at door, YMCA. Coffee shop and bank in building. New courthouse, entertainment, medical centres all close. New UOIT education col- lege 2 minute walk. $1250 all in. Peter Snaith (905)723-5281 BOWMANVILLE LUXURY Condos. Available Immedi- ately. From $1100/All In- clusive. All 5 Appliances Included. Call Jennise To- day to View (905) 697- 8261 Houses for Rent ! $ ! WHY RENT ? NO DOWN PAYMENT, FREE UP TO $6,000 CASH BACK!! Own your own home from as low as $650/month OAC. Call Now for your approval to- day. Let's go shopping! Call Ken Collis Broker, Coldwell Banker 2M Realty (905)576-5200 1-866-576-5200 kencollis@sympatico.ca !!! WHITBY, IMMACU- LATE 3-bedroom, 2 bath- room bungalow, fridge, stove, dishwasher, washer, dryer central air/vac, beau- tiful lot lots of parking. First/last, $1400/month+ Available Jan 1. (905)424- 1673. 3-BDRMS, OSHAWA, Rit- son/Taunton area, newer detached, Parking, laun- dry, garage access. Near all amenities. $1400+utilities. Absolutely no pets/smoking. Avail. im- mediately. Before 5pm 1- 877-687-7253 or after 416-562-2542. 3-BEDROOM HOUSE, Oshawa with garage close to College/University, 3- bath, 4-appliances, a/c, 2-parking, fenced yard with deck. No smoking/pets. $1,300/month, plus utilities, Available Janu- ary/1st/or sooner. 905-571- 4372. 3-BEDROOM MAIN fl oor of house, Oshawa, $875/month plus utilities., Available immediately. For more info call (905)263- 8129. 4-Bdrms Mainfl oor SOUTH AJAX Cloverridge E./Salem Very bright & clean, 5 appliances, ensuite laundry, 2-parking, private backyard. No smoking, pets with exception. 1st/last, ref. Avail. Feb. 1, 2009. $1300/mo+ shared utilities. (416)895-5856 74 BROWNRIDGE Place, Whitby, 3 bedroom, semi, $1300 per mo. plus utilities. Appliances includ- ed, Available Jan/Feb 1st. Maria (905)471-6190. A VERY upgraded modern Courtice home near Har- mony/401. Huge master with glass shower in en- suite. Hardwood, ceramics, high-end kitchen with gran- ite, gas fi replace and cen- tral air. $1,495 mo. plus utilities. (for a reasonable tenant owner will split price increase of home 50/50). or negotiable. Available now. (905)449-7355 AJAX 3-BEDROOM de- tached bungalow, large yard, near amenities, whole house. Avail Jan 1. $1070mo + utilities. (905)683-6203. AJAX, 401/WESTNEY, 4- bdrms, 4 bathrooms, fi n. bsmt w/walk-out, fenced backyard, familyroom w/fi replace. Master w/en- suite & walk-in closet. No smoking/pets. Avail. imme- diately. Call Larry Stewart, ReMax Realty Services Inc. 905-456-1000. AJAX, 3-BEDROOM bun- galow, main fl oor. Near all amenities. $1100/month plus 1/2 utilities., fi rst/last & references required. Available Feb 1st. No pets preferred. Call (905)426- 7965 BOWMANVILLE 3-bed- room bungalow, on a large lot in mature neighbor- hood. All appliances in- cluded 2 car garage, A/C, lst/last, references $1,350 plus utilities. January lst. (905)623-0116. CENTRAL OSHAWA, Near Oshawa Centre. 3- bdrm house. Avail immedi- ately. ALSO 1-BEDROOM apt., available immediately. Near all amenities. Call (905)728-7361 CENTRAL WHITBY, 3+1 bedroom century home, ideal for gardening. Short term available, minimum 6 months. $1250/month plus utilities. First/last, referenc- es. (647)321-5989 Houses for Rent LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION Bowmanville 4+ Bedroom. Ranch Style Bungalow with fi nished basement, ample parking, huge backyard and steps from ALL amenities. Available Dec 1st. Only $1700/All Inclusive. Call Jennise Today (905) 697- 8261 OSHAWA HOUSE beauti- ful detached 3-bdrm bun- galow, main fl oor, newly renovated, suits quiet adult or working couple. No smoking/pets. $1150-inclu- sive. fi rst/last/references. December/January 1st 905-721-9789, 905-922- 4751. OSHAWA Large Duplex Spacious Upper 2-bed- room $745+hydro (heat/water included). 905-430-7816. OSHAWA SHOPPING CENTRE, 4-bedroom, backsplit, yard, gas heat/air, 3 car parking, 4 appliances, $1175+utilities, available Jan 1. No pets/smoking. Suits re- sponsible person, first/last/references. (905)240-0070 (416)769- 2418 SOUTH AJAX, 3+1 bdrms, 3 baths, fi n. bsmt, 1-car garage, fenced yard, a/c, alarm system. $1550/mo+ utilities. First/last. Avail. im- mediately. (905)683-0733 Townhouses for RentT 3-BDRM QUIET WHITBY townhouse, a/c, appliances & garage, on bus route with shopping & schools nearby. Available immedi- ately. Call 905-668-6843. 401 AT WHITE'S RD., new 3 - bdrm executive townhouse. Jacuzzi, a/c, ensuite, hardwood throughout, new black ap- pliances, walkout porch, prime location. $1150+ part utilities. Jan. lst Cell 416-885-8146 (905)903- 2335. NEWLY RENOVATED Townhouse 3+1 bedroom, 2 baths. Centrally located in Pickering. Close to shopping & schools. Gas fi replace, parking. No smoking/pets. Avail. Jan 1st. 905-839-8848. NORTH OSHAWA town- house, 3-bedrooms, gar- age, walkout basement. Close to all amenities, in- cludes water, $1200 plus utilities. Available Immedi- ately. Call (905)576-6312. NORTH OSHAWA, im- maculate townhome, near schools, UOIT, shopping. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, gar- age, 4 appliances. Avail immediately $1250 + utilities. Water inc. No smoking, 905-449-5999. NORTH OSHAWA, im- maculate townhouse, on ravine, Ritson & Conlin, 4- bedrooms, 2 1/2 bath- rooms, walk-out fi nished basement, Available early December, No smok- ing/pets, $1,250/month plus utilities, (905)725- 0118 OPEN HOUSE CAR- RIAGE HILL 2 & 3 bed. townhouses. In-suite laun- dry, 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.real- star.ca OPEN HOUSE TAUNTON TERRACE 3 bedroom townhouses. Ensuite laun- dry. Landscaped grounds w/pool & playground. Pri- vate backyards. Sauna & pking avail. Near shopping & schools, public transport. 100 Taunton Rd. E. (Taun- ton Rd. & Simcoe St.) As about our move-in spe- cials. 905-436-3346 www.realstar.ca PICKERING Liver- pool/Hwy 2. Near GO Transit, Large 3-bdrm 1.5- baths. Freshly painted & upgraded. 5 appliances, gas fi replace, direct access to garage. $1250+utilities. Jan 1. (905)831-4018 A/P PAGE 28 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 05, 2008 newsdurhamregion.com A CAREER NOWHERE NEAR ORDINARY. UNE CARRIÈREHORS DEL’ORDINAIRE. www.rcmp.ca / www.grc.ca JOIN THE RCMP / DEVENEZ MEMBRE DE LA GRC Join us for our next career presentation Thursday, Dec. 11 5:00 pm Pickering Central Library 1The Esplanade Pickering, ON Joignez-vous à nous lors de notre exposé sur les carrières Le jeudi 11 déc. 17 h 00 Bibliothèque centrale de Pickering 1, L’Esplanade Pickering, ON Registration/inscription : 1-877-888-0433 Cadets now receive a $500/week allowance while in training Les cadets reçoivent une allocation de $500/semaine pendant la formation NOTICE OF SALE Goods and/or vehicles will be sold on December 13, 2008 at 33 Hall Street, Oshawa, Ont. at 4:00 p.m. to satisfy outstanding charges for stor- age rental incurred by the following: KYLIE LEWIS JUSTIN ROBICHAUD GLENN TYE ANTHONY MAIR VIVIENNE UNDERWOOD KELLY KOSLOWSKI PATRICIA BROWN MICHEAL BROWN MICHAEL BROWN PAM SMYTHE SONIA MONTHEITH SONIA MONTEITH PROS PLUMBING Dated in the City of AJAX, in the Province of Ontario, November 27th, 2008. SENTINEL SELF-STORAGE CORP., #475 Harwood Avenue North, Ajax, Ontario L1Z 1L8. To Contact Us Call: 1-800-519-9566, 905-668-1838 Apply on-line atApply on-line at www.creditzonecanada.comwww.creditzonecanada.com Bad Credit? O.K. • New to Country? O.K. • Bankrupt? O.K. • Slow Payment’s? O.K. *Need a Car Loan-*Need a Car Loan- Call Credit-ZoneCall Credit-Zone Canada O/A 1527619. Some down payment may be required In Memoriam James "Jim" Rodd on November 19, 2008, lost his bravely-fought battle with cancer. Loving and devoted husband of Mary Fitzsimmons (You Raise Me Up), cherished father of Cathy Fitzsimmons (Kevin) and Jennifer Fitzsimmons (how do we live without you?), dear brother of Chuck (Marmie), Rosemary and Oliver, brother-in-law of Helen, uncle of Dale, Erin, Brett, Millisa, Raymond and Stefanie, you lived your life with kindness and compassion, selfl essness and generosity. We wish to express our heartfelt gratitude to the nurses of the Ajax-Pickering Hospital 4th Floor East Wing for your care and kindness. Donations in memoriam should be directed to "Ajax-Pickering Hospital Pillows for the ER." Though you will be greatly missed, it is time for you to explore your fi nal frontier. Boldly go. In Loving Memory of a Loving Husband, Father & Papa Robert Green January 23, 1932 ~ December 6, 2008 Can't believe one year today you were called away. Wishing you were still here. We all miss you so much and think of you always. Rest in Peace Love Always ~ Wife Edna, Children ~ Fulton & Judy, Darlene & Jim, Cindy & Al, Kathy & Jeff Grandchildren ~ Rachel, Fenna, Ryan, Walker, Melissa, Jason, Joshua, Edward & Deserai In Loving Memory of Carl Balsdon November 12, 1930 - December 5, 2000 Memories of the heart linger on. Lovingly remembered by the Carl Balsdon family. In loving memory of VINCENZO VOLPE April 4, 1929 - December 10, 2006 “Til we meet again DAD Remembered by your Loving wife Incoronata Children Anna, Stella, Larry, John, Tony eleven grandchildren, four great grandchildren, spouses and friends. It’s been Two years since that day, When God called you home, to Him, to stay. We try hard to hold our feelings at bay, But it’s not the same since you’ve been away. There is no one that compares to you, You were always a gentleman through and through, You led by example and you showed everyday, Your deep love, faith and devotion in everyway. You infectious love preceded you, Bringing smiles, a gift, a hello, because that was you. Your eyes, your laugh, your enormous heart. Your love for us is what set you apart. We are eternally proud and grateful too, For having had a wonderful Father like you. We love you so much and really miss you! ChristmasChristmas Tributes Tributes Remembering Our Loved Ones In NowNow Publishing Publishing on on WednesdayWednesday Dec. 24, 2008Dec. 24, 2008 Did You Know...Did You Know... that if you place your Christmas Tribute with a colour (or black & white) photo, your tribute will automatically appear on our milestonedurhamregion.com website. For further information please call our Classifi ed Sales Representative 905-683-5110 Tor. Line 1-416-798-7259 Careers Townhouses for RentT OSHAWA - 2 bedroom townhouse in 4 plex. Quiet crescent,l near schools, 401. New windows, fur- nace, bath, enclosed patio, basement, laundry room, appliances , utilities NOT INCLUDED. Water, park- ing included. $840 month- ly. lst/last, (905)626-5777 OSHAWA, 2 BEDROOM townhouse, main fl oor, fridge, stove, garage, park- ing, $925/month. No pets, fi rst & last. avail. Jan 1, (905)433-0385. 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For information call Ajax/Pickering 1-866-333-3299 www.weewatch.com Health & Homecare PROGRESSIVE ELDER CARE Provides excellent nursing and home care services where ever and whenever it's needed. Call us today (905)427-5007 www.p-eldercare.com Articles for SaleA 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. 2006 KUBOTA LAWN TRACTOR 17hp, gasoline engine. 48" cut, hydrastatic drive, power steering, dou- ble bagger, dial in cutting height. Like new $4500. Call 905-436-1823, 905- 924-4022 65 GALLON FISH AQUARIUM, up & running, paid $1100 plus, asking $700 obo. Call 905-579- 6731 AFFORDABLE Applianc- es, HANKS Appliances, PARTS/SALES/SERVICE 310 Bloor St.W. Stoves $175/up, Fridges $175/up, Washers $175/up, Dryers $149/up. All warranty up to 15 months. Don't know what to get your loved ones?... Get a Gift Certifi - cate and they can pick! Durham's largest selection of Reconditioned Applianc- es. (905)728-4043. ANTIQUE WEBER dining room set, table with two leaves, buffet, china cabi- net, 6 upholstered chairs, $1,500. Variety of depres- sion glass, best offer. (905)725-4714. LEATHER SOFA recliner, 4 months new, 3 seat $499, 2 seat $450. Ask for Javed (905)683-2888 Articles for SaleA APPLIANCES, refrigera- tor, stove, heavy duty Ken- more washer & dryer, apartment size washer & dryer. Mint condition. Will sell separately, can deliver. Call (905)903-4997 BED, ALL new Queen or- thopedic, mattress, box spring in plastic, cost $900, selling $275. Call (416)779-0563 BOBBY ORR Auto- graphed 20 x 24 Framed Picture, Great North Road Certifi cate of Authenticity. Custom Framed "Flying Goal" $400 obo. Must see to truly appreciate. call Paul 905-269-0624 CARPETS, LAMINATE & VINYL fl ooring. 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, com- mercial. Satisfaction guar- anteed. Free Estimate. Lexus Flooring, Mike 905- 431-4040 CONSTRUCTION EQUIP- MENT B.E. Larkin Equipment Ltd. Kubota Construction, New Holland Construction used equip- ment. Durham, Clarington, Northumberland Sales Rep Jim (647)284-0971 CORNER JACUZZI tub $300-obo; Playstation 3, like new in box $350-obo. I-phone, 16 gigs brand new $650, no contract (905)922-7015 GIBSON ES335 - Dot neck, red, 2 years new, in the case , never used. $2200 obo. Also, GODIN LGX - 4 years new (PRS fi nish), $825 obo. Ask for David 905-434-2970. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours. Call 1-866-585-0056 www.thecoverguy.ca HOT TUB COVERS Custom covers, all sizes and shapes, $425 tax and delivery included. Pool safety covers. We will not be beat on price and quality. Guaranteed. 905- 259-4514. www.durhamcovers.com HOT TUB/SPA. Pickering. Custom cabinet, 5-6 per- son, never used. Warran- ty. Sacrifi ce $3,795. Call 905-409-5285. HOT TUBS, 2008 models, fully loaded, full warranty, new in plastic, cost $8000, sacrifi ce $3,900. 416-779- 0563. NINTENDO Wii XBOX 360 PS2. Make backup copies usable with the in- stallation of a modchip. Supplied/installed/warrant- ed from $75. Call Mike at 905-626-0542 (north end Oshawa) or check www.durhammods.com PIANO - 1950'S HEINTZ- MAN apartment size full keyboard, asking $750. (905)686-9315. PIANO APT. SIZE, bench, metronome. $1000; Royal Albert Lavender Rose dishes; Oak coat unit 3 hooks, bench, drawer, mir- ror $1000; Oak glide rock- er $300. (905)623-6531 PIANO TECHNICIAN available for tuning, re- pairs & pre-purchase con- sultation. Used upright or grand acoustic pianos for sale. Moving, rentals available. Call 905-427- 7631 or visit: www.barbhall.com PIANOS AND CLOCKS CHRISTMAS SALE ON NOW! New & used pianos. Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons..try our unique rent-to-own system. 100% of all rental pay- ments apply! Large se- lection of upright and elec- tronic pianos and Howard Miller clocks. TELEP PIANO 905-433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! POOL TABLE, profession- al series 1" slate, new in box with accessories, cost $4500, selling $1395. 416- 779-0563 Articles for SaleA RENT TO OWN - New and reconditioned appliances, new TV's, Stereos, Com- puters, DVD Players, Fur- niture, Bedding, Patio Fur- niture, Barbecues & More! Fast delivery. No credit application refused. Pad- dy's Market, 905-263- 8369 or 1-800-798- 5502. SOLID OAK TABLE, with pedestal legs, medium stain, excellent condition. 72-length x 42.5 wide, w/leaf it is 90x42.5. 8- chairs with upholstery seats. Was $4,850, asking $2,500. (905)723-7782. TRUCKLOADS OF NEW SCRATCH & DENT AP- PLIANCES new coin washers $699 and new coin dryers $599., also reconditioned coin washer and dryers available, new Danby apt-size freezers $209, new 24" and 30" ranges $399., wide selection of new and reconditioned appliances available. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa. (905)576-7448 Articles WantedA SNOWBLOWER NEEDED Looking for a good used snowblower at least 9-horse power. Please call Taylor at 905-922-7015. Vendors WantedV VENDORS WANTED for the Oshawa Spring Home Show March 14, 15, 16 Call 905-579-4400 Ask for Devon or Wendy Firewood 100% A KOZY HEAT FIREWOOD, excellent, very best quality hard- wood, guaranteed extra long time fully seasoned, (ready to burn), cut and split. Honest measure- ment. Free delivery. De- pendable, quality service since 1975. (905)753- 2246. A-1 FIREWOOD, dry hard- wood, guaranteed. (905)436-6600 (905)260- 1774. HARDWOOD FOR SALE, free delivery, 12X16 inch fi rewood. $100/face cord. 416-716-4332, 905-449- 2100. Pets, Supplies, Boarding 3 GOLDEN RETRIEVER puppies, farm raised & vet checked with fi rst shots & dewormed. Ready to go, $500. Please call 905-352- 2753. AUSTRALIAN shepherd puppies for sale. Pure bred. Vet checked and ready to go to loving home! 905-426-9726. BEAUTIFUL GOLDEN re- triever puppies. Experi- enced breeder since 1967. First shots, dewormed, vet checked. 5 yr. guarantee. Supplier of service dogs. $500. Judy (905)576-3303 BEAUTIFUL SHIH TZUs for sale, affordable, non al- lergic, no shedding, vacci- nated, dewormed, vet checked $450 each. Call 905-260-8855. FREE TO a good home, young male cat, very friendly. Please call (905)442-6066. LABRADOR PUPPIES, fi rst shots, dewormed, ready to go. Great Christ- mas Gift! Call (905)986- 5217 or (905)424-9411 POODLE puppies, small miniature, vet checked and approved, home raised, many colors. Parents on site. Call 705-277-3013. Cars for Sale Special TributesS Cars for Sale Special TributesS Cars for Sale In Memoriam Cars for Sale In Memoriam NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 05, 2008, PAGE 29 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com Please turn to page 31 for more classifi eds. view on-line at... www.homes.durhamregion.comwww.homes.durhamregion.com OpenHouses this Saturday and SundaySaturday and Sunday ~Opportunity is Knocking~ Fabulous Huge Lot, With 24x22 Garage, 9ft Doors. 4 Bdrm With Nanny’s Quarters Or Perfect For Home Office. Hardwood Floors, Updated Bathrms. www.SellingWithBev.com SAT DEC 6, 1-4 PM SUN DEC 7, 2-4 PM 80 SHERWOOD RD EAST, PICKERING VILLAGEJUSTLISTED INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED First Realty Ltd. Brokerage BEV MCLEAN Sales Representative 905-831-3300 905-686-3330 1-866-539-3300 KEVIN DUCK Sales Representative 905-640-0888 LOCATION! LOCATION! Beautifully Maintained Family Home On A Family Friendly Street In The Heart Of Pickering. Generous Foyer Meets Circular Staircase. New Broadloom. Gorgeous Hardwood Floors In Dining Room/Living Room/Family Room. Finished Basement With Bar. Custom Deck. List Is Endless.Group Town & Country Realty Ltd., Brokerage SAT DECEMBER 6, 12-2PM 1556 BEECHLAWN DR., PICKERING$309,000Opportunity Knocks!!! Don’t Miss Your Chance To Get Into This Well Sought After Building. This Larger 2 Bedroom Condo Boasts Spacious Bedrooms, Master Ensuite Bath, Ensuite Laundry, Freshly Painted & Much More. This Well Taken Of Building Offers Swimming Pool, Exercise Room, Sauna And Much More. Close To Shopping, Schools, Parks, 401, Go Station & Church... Price Even Includes All Appliances. Stop Paying Rent, You Can Carry The Mortgage, Maintenance Fees & Taxes For Less Then $1400 Per Month (Apprx) With Only 5% Down (Subject To All Lending Guidelines). Let Me Show You How.. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY 2 WESTNEY ROAD #302, AJAX JEFF VILLENEUVE Sales Representative 905-683-1790 Connect Realty Brokerage INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED$459,900$158,900BY APPOINTMENT ONLYAttention Realtors: To Advertise Your Listing in our Friday Open House Feature call 905-683-5110 CHRISTINE STERGIU Sales Representative 905-686-3800 Big 4 bedroom, plus den in Steeple Hill! Walk to schools, shopping and parks! Big entrance with spiral staircase to bedrooms! Master has 5pce ensuite, walk- in closet and double door entry! Big bright windows throughout - almost all windows have been replaced. New roof, new garage doors, new central vac. Main floor laundry and side entrance. Plenty of space for a growing family! Join us this Sunday! SUN. DEC 7, 2-4 PM 534 LIGHTFOOT DR, PICKERING 4 B E D R O O M PL U S D E N cstergiu@trebnet.com www.realtywithchristine.com First Realty Ltd. Brokerage SAT. DEC. 6, & SUN. DEC. 7, 2-4 PM 1 MARKWOOD CRESCENT, WHITBY Immaculate Brick Bungalow Prime location, better than new, lots of upgrades. Hrdwd & ceramic fl rs on mn level, granite countertop in kit., w/o to back yard, mn fl r laundry, access to the garage, gas fi replace in family rm, 2+1 bdrms, 3 baths, prof. fi nished bsmt. Incredible bright home with lots of windows, fully fenced yard. Close to shopping & all amenities. Do not miss this one! Only $345,000. NATALIA HALENDA Sales Representative 905-728-1600 905-242-6568 SPIRIT INC. Brokerage SHERRY DOWNEY Sales Representative & PATRICIA SIMPSON Broker 905-619-9500 SUN. DECEMBER 7, 2-4 P.M. 30 TOZER CRESCENT, AJAX Sutton Group Heritage Realty Inc., Brokerage $269,900 Fabulous Great Gulf home - less than 3 yrs. old. 3 bdrms., 3 baths, family sized kitchen overlooks great room, large master w/ensuite w/sep. shower & soaker tub, gas F/P., central air, central vac. See for yourself!!! BRIAN WALSH Sales Representative 905-441-0900 905-723-5944 Luxurious condo living in a great neighborhood near all essential amenities. This home features 3 bdrm’s, 3 baths, master ensuite with soaker tub and seperate shower, ceramics, a bright, spacious eat in kitchen with a center island, lovely front porch and w/o to a floating deck. For more info call Brian. SUN DEC 7, 2-4 PM 79 TORR LANE, AJAX KINGSTON & SALEM P R I C E D T O S E L L$239,990RENOWNED REALTY BROKERAGE www.briansellsdurham.com SUN. DEC. 7, 2-4 PM 4 COLLERIDGE ST., AJAX Peace and Quiet at “The Hamlet” Beautiful north Ajax Tribute O’Grady model approx. 2,500 sq. ft. with four spacious bedrooms, huge bright kitchen with island and walkout to patio and fenced yard. Master bedroom has luxurious upgraded ensuite and his and hers closets. Laundry on 2nd fl oor. Minutes from major shopping, schools, transit, and roads. Priced below builder model!! Very quiet area, pleasant street. MLS #E1521250. Call John - First Ad! www.wheelerhomes.ca JOHN WHEELER Sales Representative 1-888-732-1600 905-718-8193 SPIRIT INC. Brokerage $364,900 THIS YOU’VE GOT TO SEE!! Excellent 4 bdrm. home on quiet child friendly crt. with fi nished basement, separate entrance, huge inground pool surrounded by mature trees and fabulous landscaping. Newer windows, roof, furnace, CAC, driveway, fl ooring, unbeatable location and value. leekeeso@rogers.com SUNDAY, DEC. 7, 2-4 P.M. 1603 LYNMAR CRT., PICKERING LEE KEESO Sales Representative 905-839-7449 ROUGE RIVER Realty Ltd. Brokerage $389, 9 0 0 view on-line at...view on-line at... www.homes.durhamregion.comwww.homes.durhamregion.com Attention Agents: To advertise in our Open House or Showcase Features call 905.683.5110 Have a safe and happy holiday season Have a safe and happy holiday season Have a safe and happy holiday season To advertise contact Debbie Salomon at (905) 426-4676 ext. 230 or e-mail: dsalomon@durhamregion.com, Visit www.durhamparent.com durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 30 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 5, 2008 SILENT AUCTION Fri. December 19th 996 Farewell, Oshawa units 26 north, 73 nf, 74nc, 8wc, 71 north, 61 north, 34 south, 40 north, 39 south, 28 north 1700 Alliance, Pickering units B04, B08, C31, C59, D72, E45, F05, F13, F41, 107 & 108 85 Westney , Ajax units 3203, 2190, 7039, 6550, 8090, 8136, 7163 2009 EXHIBITORS WANTED Saturday April 25, 10 am - 5 pm Sunday April 26, 10 am - 4 pm BALTIMORE COMMUNITY CENTRE Call CHANTELLE AT 905-373-7355 email: cmcbridennews.gmail.com Friday, March 27th - Sunday, March 29th, 2009 Pickering Markets Trade Centre, Pickering For more info call Audrey (905) 426-4676 x 257 www.showsdurhamregion.com EXHIBITORS WANTED EXHIBITORS WANTED If is races, this is the show for you! FAST AND FURIOUS NORTHUMBERLAND MOTOR SPORTS SHOW 2009 APRIL 4th & 5th Cars, Bikes, Boats ATV's Call CHANTELLE 905-373-7355 or email cmcbridennews@gmail.com Auctions Vendors WantedV Pets, Supplies, Boarding PUB BABIES - Fawn female, black male. Vet checked, shots. Ready to go. Real characters. Newtonville area. $500. Call 905-786-2645. PUREBRED ADORABLE GOLDEN Retriever pup- pies, ready to go, both par- ents on site, vet checked, dewormed, fi rst shots, $500. 905-342-2095. REGISTERED GOLDEN Retrievers, 3 females, 1 male. Puppies will come with fi rst shots, dewormed, micro chipped and 2-year written health and temperament guarantee. $900. (905)718-2326. SHELTIE, 9 weeks old, tri- colour male, cute, cuddly & loveable. Will make a great Christmas gift. Please call 1-705-357-3557. SHIH TZU AND SHIH TZU cross, pups, experienced breeder, home raised, fi rst shots, puppy starter kit, 1-year money back genetic health guarantee. $500. (905)786-3183 Auctions Vendors WantedV Pets, Supplies, Boarding TIMES ARE TOUGH FOR PETS TOO. Adopt a homeless pet! Now more than ever, you'll be saving a life. Dogs, cats near you at Petfi nder.com Cars for Sale 1994 Dodge Caravan Sport. Emerald Green. 3.0L. Auto-Factory Tint, 5-spoke alloy wheels, great looking minivan! 215K. Mechanic owned/ maintained, not a body man, could use a little TLC on L/Door, Rocker panel. Must go before snow fl ies. $1595 o.b.o 416-779-9658 1995 CHRYSLER Intrepid. Candy Apple Red. 3.3L Automatic. 230K. Mechan- ic owned/ maintained, not a body man, could use a little TLC on R/R º. Runs smooth, drives great. Great Winter car, must go before snow fl ies. $1295 o.b.o 416-779-9658 Cars for Sale 1996 FORD F150, 3495., 1999 Saab 9.5 $4,995., 2000 Buick Century $4,995., 2000 Honda Civic $3,995. All vehicles certi- fi ed and e-test. Apex Auto (905)436-3000 1996 OLDSMOBILE Delta, fully loaded, excellent con- dition, 282,000kms, super charger engine. $1,500. O.B.O. (905)419-0599. 1996 PONTIAC Sunfi re S. 295,500 km, good cond. $1500. cert/e-tested. 905- 576-2391 1998 CHRYSLER Sebring convertible, low mileage, 1-owner. $3500. (905)263- 2216. 2003 KIA Rio RX/V 133k, $3999. 2000 Grand AM $3999. 1998 Honda Pre- lude 145k, $5499. 1996 Ford Probe 153k, $2999. 1995 MX3 $2499. Others from $1499. Certifi ed and E-tested. (Kelly & Sons Since 1976) 905-683-7301 or 905-424-9002. www. kellyandsonsauto.com 2006 PONTIAC G6 GTP 4-door sedan showroom condition. Fully loaded, heated leather seats, pow- er sun roof, a/c, 70K (80% highway driving). Asking $15,500 Call Jim (905)725- 5794 NEED A CAR? 100% Credit Guaranteed, Your job is your credit, some down payment may be re- quired. 200 cars in stock Call 877-743-9292 or apply online at www.needacartoday.ca Cars WantedC ! ! $ ! AARON & LEO Scrap Cars & Trucks Wanted. Cash paid 7 days/week anytime. Please call 905-426-0357. ! ! ! A - ALL SCRAP CARS, old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407. ! ! $ $ ADAM & RON'S SCRAP cars, trucks, vans. Pay cash, free pick up 7 days/week (anytime) 905- 424-3508 ! A ABLE TO PAY up to $10,000 on scrap cars & trucks running or not. Free Towing 24 hours, 7 days. (905)686-1899 (Picker- ing/Ajax) or (905)665-9279 (Oshawa/Whitby). $$$$$ JOHNNY JUNKER Always the best cash deal - up to $300 for your good scrap cars, trucks and vans. Speedy service. (905) 655-4609 or (416) 286-6156. $ $250+ TOP DOLLARS - Ajax Auto Wreckers pays for vehicles. We buy all scrap metal, copper, alumi- num, fridges, stoves, etc. 905-686-1771; 416-896- 7066 CASH FOR CARS! We buy used vehicles. Vehi- cles must be in running condition. Call (905)427- 2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES Trucks for SaleT 1999 FORD Ranger XLT, stepside, 3L, 2 wheel drive, automatic, new tires, rims, brakes, 131,500 kms, certifi ed & e-tested. $4500 o.b.o. (905)433-9474 Vans/ 4-Wheel DriveV 1999 WHITE ASTRO VAN XL, 182,000kms, very clean, no rust, many new parts. Asking $3500, O.B.O. (905)432-9449. 2001 DODGE Caravan Sport, fully loaded, 7-seat- er, cd/player, rear a/c, well maintained $1200. Call 416-720-6073 or 905-619- 9530 2004 DODGE GRAND Caravan S.E., 7-passen- ger, loaded, 70,000-kms. Asking $9,500 certifi ed. Showroom condition. Call Nesrin 905-430-0075 Auto Care COMPLETE RUST PROOFING Cars & Light Trucks $69.95 905-683-2939 NO DRYWALL • TV UNITS • BARS • CABINETS • FLOORS • BATHROOMS • DESIGNS ALL IN 2 - 3 WEEKS www.RAINWOOD BASEMENTS.com or Visit Our Showroom 20 Yrs. Exp. FREE ESTIMATES 905-556-1188 NO DRYWALL BASEMENTS.com SNOW REMOVALSNOW REMOVAL Maple Leaf Lawn CareMaple Leaf Lawn Care www.mapleleaflawncare.comwww.mapleleafl awncare.com RESIDENTIAL Free Estimates Reliable & Established Company Fully Insured • Senior Discounts PREPAY SPECIALS 905.626.0653 PUBLIC NOTICE The Government of Ontario is offering $2800.00 to each homeowner interested in replacing a heating system, cooling system and tankless water heater by December 31, 2008. Free information & participating contractors available 24hr/day 1-800-516-8231 ID#6625 Free Recorded Message. 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Complete in 2 weeks Bathrooms, Kitchens Framing, Drywall, Painting Some plumbing, basic electrical 22 yrs experience Fire & Water Technician Mould Specialist Guaranteed Work (905)442-0068 No Job is too small Basement & Bathroom renovations Decks & Fencing Let me help you get rid of your TO-DO Lists For an estimate call Ian at 416-606-0195 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 NEED A FRIEND WITH A TRUCK? ● Junk Removal ● Light Hauling ● Odd Jobs ● General Deliveries Reasonable Rates Call Hans anytime (905)706-6776 Sky Handyman Services & Painting Fast, Precise & Professional. Serving Durham Region. Installation, assembly, repairs, & upgrades/ small renos for most of your residential needs! Great Rates! 15% Seniors Discount! Evening & Wknd Appts! 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Log on to: www.durhamregion.com SERVICE DIRECTORYWorshipDirectoryDirectory To advertise your Church Services in our Special Christmas Worship Directory Publishing Friday December 19 (Deadline Dec. 15) Call Erin Jackson 905-683-5110 ext. 286 or email: ejackson@durhamregion.com Fax 905-683-7363 For Further Worship Directory InformationFor Further Worship Directory Information Call Erin Jackson at (905) 683-5110 or Fax (905) 683-7363Call Erin Jackson at (905) 683-5110 or Fax (905) 683-7363 e-mail: ejackson@durhamregion.come-mail: ejackson@durhamregion.com Deadline: Wednesday @ 10:00 a.m.Deadline: Wednesday @ 10:00 a.m. St. Pauls United Church 65 Kings Cresent, Ajax 905-683-4740 www.stpaulsajax.org The Church with the Open Arms All are welcome to attend Wheelchair Accessible-Hearing Assistance Come Celebrate the Christmas Season With Us December 7th 10:30 am - Advent II All Ages Worship (Food Bank Donations) 7:00 pm - CGIT Vesper Service December 10th 7:30 pm Explorer/Messenger Christmas Concert December 14th 10:30 am Advent III Choir Musical Presentation & Children’s Birthday Party for Jesus December 21st 10:30 am Advent IV All Ages Worship December 24th 7:00 pm Family Christmas Eve Worship & Pageant 11:15 pm Candlelight Communion Service December 28th 10:30 am Storyteller Service All Ages 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) CHRISTMAS & NEW YEARS CELEBRATIONS at The Gathering Place 1920 Bayly Street, Pickering, ON (the meeting place for Pickering Pentecostal Church) Saturday, December 13 & Sunday, December 14 7 PM Saturday & 6 PM Sunday PPC’s Creative Ministries presents The Christmas Drama & Musical THE LIVING GIFT Sunday December 21 Christmas Message from our Preaching Team 8 AM, 9 AM & 11 AM Wednesday, December 24 (Two Services) Christmas Eve Candlelight Communion Service 6:30 PM & 8:00 PM Sunday, December 28 10:00 AM Worship Service Wednesday, December 31 New Year’s Eve Celebration 9:30 PM - 12:15 AM You will always be welcome at PPC “a safe place for people - on their way back to God” Pickering Village United Church pvuc@pvuc.ca www.pvuc.ca 300 Church St. N., Ajax (905) 683-4721 Worship Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Children/Youth Programs226 Harmony Road South, Oshawa, Ont. 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As it reaches a preset value, the thermostat will start to open and let the coolant circulate to the radiator where it cools off, preventing overheating. Simple! A matter of fact is that thermostats have a certain life span. As they malfunction, they may open too soon and wider, resulting in a longer warm up time and not reaching NTP, or too late and narrow, resulting in overheating. In older carbureted vehicles, cold started engines need more gas to perform before reaching NTP, which is achieved by closing the air passage to the intake manifold by means of the choke. The thermostat is still needed to regulate NTP. If choke sticks closed or partially closed after the engine warms up, the engine will be sucking way more gas than it should. As a result, not all gas will be burned and combustion will be incomplete. Incomplete combustion produces lots of harmful emissions. Modern vehicles use electronic fuel injection to control emissions and maximize power, through the use of computers (ECM) and different sensors and actuators. Depending on the information the ECM receives, it processes certain orders to be executed by different actuators. One of the very important inputs to the ECM is the engine temperature. If the ECM sees a colder than NTP engine, it will order a richer mixture, resulting in more gas consumption and higher emission levels. Not having enough heat? Have the thermostat replaced! Save big on gas! Save the environment from harmful emissions! Thrifty Mechanic Shop (905)683-1112 200 Fuller Road Unit #20, Ajax Lower level, northwest corner ADVERTISING FEATUREWe promise you the following: Only qualified people will work on your car.1. We’ll never do anything that is not required and 2. APPROVED by you. Every time we repair your vehicle, we will test it 3. out to make certain it is OK. 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Bring in this article and save $15 *expires January 16th, 2009 PICKERING OLDTIMERS HOCKEY LEAGUE OVER-35 DIVISION Standings as of Nov. 17 TEAM GP W L T GF GA PTS Bay Dukes 16 10 1 5 92 60 25 Virtual Law Flyers 16 8 2 6 99 79 22 Penguins 16 9 5 2 76 73 20 Hawg Farmers 16 7 5 4 75 63 18 Shagwells 16 7 8 1 90 89 15 Intrepid 16 4 8 4 46 58 12 Re/Max 15 2 9 4 64 89 8 Flames 15 2 11 2 42 73 6 Results (Nov. 30): Bay Dukes 7 vs. Shagwell’s 3; Penguins 9 vs. Hawg Farmers 5; Virtual Law Flyers 7 vs. Intrepid 3 OVER-50 DIVISION Standings as of Nov. 17 TEAM GP W L T GF GA PTS Canadians 15 11 3 1 78 36 23 RoadRunners 15 9 5 1 61 45 19 Bruins 15 8 6 1 53 54 17 Buds 15 7 6 2 65 58 16 SloFlames 15 4 10 1 52 81 9 Rusty Blades 15 3 12 0 39 74 6 Results (Nov. 30): Canadians 10 vs. SloFlames 0; Bruins 4 vs. Buds 2; RoadRunners 7 vs. Rusty Blades 2. LOSSA SENIOR BOYS’ HOCKEY Recent standings EAST DIVISION TEAM W L T P F A Eastdale 6 0 0 12 30 8 Ajax 4 0 1 9 27 6 Anderson 3 0 1 7 31 15 Austin 2 2 1 5 20 18 O’Neill 2 3 1 5 21 28 Paul Dwyer 1 4 0 2 14 21 Notre Dame 1 5 0 2 17 30 McLaughlin 1 5 0 2 11 34 Clarington Central 0 5 1 1 12 39 WEST DIVISION TEAM W L T P F A St. Mary 6 1 0 12 42 12 Holy Trinity 4 1 0 8 22 10 All Saints 4 2 0 8 35 26 Pine Ridge 3 2 1 7 26 23 Pickering High 3 1 0 6 24 18 Dunbarton High 2 2 1 5 13 13 Uxbridge Secondary 2 3 1 5 24 21 Bowmanville 0 4 2 2 21 38 Henry Street 0 4 0 0 7 37 LOSSA JUNIOR BOYS’ HOCKEY TEAM W L T PTS All Saints 1 0 0 2 Holy Trinity 1 0 0 2 Pickering 1 0 0 2 Dunbarton 1 0 0 2 Dwyer 0 0 1 1 Eastdale 0 0 1 1 Donovan 0 0 1 1 St. Stephen 0 0 1 1 Pine Ridge 0 1 0 0 DOC 0 0 0 0 Richardson 0 1 0 0 St. Mary 0 1 0 0 Clarington 0 1 0 0 PICKERING HOCKEY ASSOCIATION Recent house league standings NOVICE - Dodge Caravan Kids TEAM G W L T GF GA PTS Red Wings 8 8 0 0 29 5 16 Service Master Clean 8 5 1 2 22 9 12 Maple Leafs 8 6 2 0 25 15 12 Wild - Caravan for Kids 8 3 5 0 23 19 6 Sharks - Caravan for Kids 8 3 5 0 25 25 6 Black Hawks 8 2 4 2 26 34 6 Senators 8 1 5 2 20 34 4 Flyers - Brian English Found. 8 1 7 0 13 42 2 ATOM DIVISION TEAM G W L T GF GA PTS Mapleridge Mechanical 8 5 2 1 41 25 11 Maple Leafs - Pizza Pizza 8 5 2 1 45 35 11 Boyer Pontiac Buick GMC 8 5 2 1 31 24 11 Sharks - Pizza Pizza 8 4 4 0 41 41 8 Bob Baun Hockey Club 8 4 4 0 30 37 8 The Big M 8 3 5 0 43 47 6 OPG 8 2 5 1 31 39 5 Red Wings - Pizza Pizza 8 2 6 0 24 38 4 PEEWEE DIVISION- Lone Star Texas Grill TEAM G W L T GF GA PTS Boyer Pontiac Buick GMC 8 6 0 2 28 18 14 John Vos Landscaping 8 5 3 0 32 26 10 Dickson Printing 8 5 3 0 35 30 10 Balsam Lake Leafs 8 4 3 1 29 25 9 Innovative Awards 8 4 4 0 28 23 8 PV - Source for Sports 8 3 5 0 34 38 6 OPG 8 3 5 0 31 38 6 Howie Burrows - State Farm 7 3 4 0 19 26 6 Web Construction 7 2 4 1 21 22 5 Formula Ford Lincoln 8 2 6 0 29 40 4 BANTAM DIVISION TEAM G W L T GF GA PTS PV - Source for Sports 8 5 1 2 42 33 12 Eastern Construction 8 5 2 1 37 21 11 Vicdom Sand & Gravel 8 5 2 1 26 21 11 Allsource Inc. 8 5 3 0 33 25 10 Harrisons Auto Service 8 4 3 1 26 21 9 Nebraska Collision Centre 8 3 3 2 33 31 8 Investors Group / K Murdock 8 3 5 0 25 28 6 Labels Plus Inc. 8 3 5 0 25 38 6 Pickering Honda 8 1 5 2 17 34 4 Boyer Pontiac Buick 8 1 6 1 22 34 3 MINOR MIDGET DIVISION TEAM G W L T GF GA PTS OPG 8 7 1 0 35 15 14 Pickering Square Dental 8 5 2 1 34 30 11 Pickering Playing Fields 8 5 2 1 34 31 11 HomeLife/Cimerman 8 4 3 1 31 21 9 PV - Source for Sports 8 4 4 0 36 25 8 Winston Shagwell’s 8 4 4 0 36 47 8 Pace Consulting 8 3 4 1 36 40 7 Monarch Kitchen & Bath 8 2 6 0 29 36 4 Grain Process Enterprises 8 1 5 2 22 31 4 Master Mechanic - Pickering 8 2 6 0 14 31 4 MIDGET JUVENILE DIVISION TEAM G W L T GF GA PTS Knights of Columbus Council 8 5 2 1 36 24 11 Ryswin Graphix Inc. 8 4 2 2 27 22 10 Paul Etherington - RE/MAX 8 4 2 2 24 22 10 Winston Shagwell’s 8 4 3 1 39 32 9 Legend Music Enterprises 8 3 4 1 18 19 7 Gray Dog Promotions 8 3 5 0 25 28 6 E M Brien 8 2 4 2 20 31 6 In Memory of D. Cameron 8 2 5 1 20 31 5 ONTARIO JUNIOR HOCKEY LEAGUE RUDDOCK DIVISION STANDINGS TEAM GP W OTW SOW OTL SOL L PTS Kingston 30 20 2 0 1 1 6 46 Lindsay 29 19 0 1 1 2 6 43 Peterborough 27 14 2 2 0 1 8 37 Ajax 27 13 0 1 0 0 13 28 Bowmanville 29 10 1 1 3 1 13 28 Trenton 31 9 1 2 2 1 16 27 Port Hope 29 9 2 1 1 1 15 26 Whitby 29 9 1 0 0 2 17 22 Pickering 27 5 2 0 1 1 18 16 EASTERN ONTARIO ‘AAA’ LEAGUE STANDINGS NOVICE WEST DIVISION Team GP W L T GF GA % PTS Barrie 18 14 3 1 102 36 0.806 29 York Simcoe 16 14 2 0 95 42 0.875 28 South Central 16 6 6 4 48 49 0.500 16 Ajax/Pickering 14 6 7 1 44 42 0.464 13 Markham 18 2 13 3 32 90 0.194 7 MINOR ATOM WEST DIVISION Team GP W L T GF GA % PTS Barrie 18 10 7 1 72 52 0.583 21 Ajax/Pickering 15 9 4 2 54 36 0.667 20 Markham 19 8 8 3 63 63 0.500 19 South Central 13 9 4 0 61 42 0.692 18 York Simcoe 17 7 9 1 54 62 0.441 15 ATOM WEST DIVISION Team GP W L T GF GA % PTS Barrie 22 14 7 1 82 58 0.659 29 South Central 13 8 3 2 57 35 0.692 18 Markham 13 8 3 2 48 29 0.692 18 York Simcoe 14 7 4 3 51 26 0.607 17 Ajax/Pickering 15 4 8 3 40 50 0.367 11 North Central 18 1 16 1 27 95 0.083 3 MINOR PEEWEE WEST DIVISION Team GP W L T GF GA % PTS York Simcoe 16 14 1 1 75 32 0.906 29 South Central 15 11 1 3 63 21 0.833 25 Barrie 16 9 4 3 63 38 0.656 21 Ajax/Pickering 18 6 9 3 45 52 0.417 15 North Central 17 4 10 3 27 62 0.324 11 Markham 16 3 12 1 35 63 0.219 7 PEEWEE WEST DIVISION Team GP W L T GF GA % PTS York Simcoe 17 15 0 2 94 32 0.941 32 Markham 18 15 2 1 81 31 0.861 31 Barrie 19 10 6 3 81 59 0.605 23 North Central 16 5 8 3 45 60 0.406 13 Ajax/Pickering 17 3 13 1 35 74 0.206 7 South Central 17 2 12 3 33 72 0.206 7 Time...to think about being paid what you’re worth. 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