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He did so at the end of the regular meeting. “Let’s see what the rest of the world’s doing,” he said in an interview. Coun. Johnson said he doesn’t necessarily think salaries should increase, but it’s only fair to compare. Plus, he said, for some councillors, that’s their only income and he wouldn’t want the lack of pay to deter those interested in a Council spot from running. Other municipalities pay their councillors more than Pickering does, he said. Pickering councillors make about $28,000, Markham’s make $61,000 and Toronto councillors make $97,000. Ajax City councillors make $22,000 and most of Oshawa’s make $31,000. “Pay the position what other municipalities are pay- ing so we’re on the same wavelength,” he said. Ward 2 Regional Councillor Bill McLean at the meet- ing said that during tough economic times, councillors BULKING UP UNDER THE WATCHFUL EYE OF SANTA AJ Groen/ News Advertiser photo PICKERING — The Fitness Depot at 613 Kingston Rd. is looking for toy donations which will be given to the Salvation Army and Toy Mountain. In exchange for the donation, the donor will have a free photo taken with Santa on Dec. 12 and 13. Checking out the weights is Tyler Nesbett under the watchful eye of Santa. Johnson asks for salary study ✦ See Not, Page 4 ONLY AT PICKERING MITSUBISHI Smart customers always read the fi ne print. Bi-weekly payments are based on 60/84 amortization @ 3.8% APR. Freight, PDI, admin., licence, regis tration and taxes are extra. Purchase fi nancing of 0% credit rate available through Bank of Nova Sco tia or Bank of Montreal for up to 60 months on all new 2008 Outlander models. For all offers, customer m ust sign contract and take delivery from dealer by October 31, 2008. 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The CNSC moved the meeting to Ajax this Wednesday, given the interest in the community on the refurbishment. While OPG has filed an envi- ronmental assessment (EA) with the commission on the refurbish- ment, the company has not yet made a decision on whether the work will be done. The Province has asked OPG to look into refur- bishing Units 5, 6, 7 and 8. In addition to the EA, OPG is also conducting a business case on whether the project can be fi- nancially viable. The EA completed by OPG found there would be “no signifi- cant adverse environmental im- pacts” with a refurbishment, Pat McNeil, senior vice-president of generation development for OPG, said to the commission. OPG considered several fac- tors in the EA, including the effect the work would have on air, land and water, effects on humans and wildlife, socio-economic consid- erations and Aboriginal interests. In a press conference prior to the start of the hearing, groups op- posed to the work outlined where they think the EA is lacking. “We’re here to tell the CNSC not to approve the EA as it is today,” said Shawn-Patrick Stensil of Greenpeace. The EA is “flawed” and “it shouldn’t be used as an excuse to rebuild,” Mr. Stensil said. “Let’s state the obvious. Pickering ‘B’ should be shutdown and replaced with green energy. The CNSC has refused to look at alternatives to Pickering ‘B’.” Mark Mattson of the Lake On- tario Waterkeeper said one mil- lion fish are killed each year when water is drawn from the lake. “The EA doesn’t consider miti- gating effects,” Mr. Mattson said. During the hearing, Paul Pas- quet, the senior vice-president of Pickering ‘B’, said the company has two options to mitigate the im- pacts on fish, including putting in a net near the intake or use sonar to keep fish away. “The assessment should look at options and this assessment doesn’t look at that,” said Cherise Burda of the Pembina Institute. There’s a “cap” on the amount of green energy that can be produced in Ontario and that has to be re- moved, she said. “There’s very little space for green energy to grow. If Ontario is serious about getting more green energy on the grid, there needs to be less of something else. Obvi- ously, where they need to do less is less nuclear energy,” Ms. Burda said. A poll showed Ontarians would prefer to replace old nuclear sta- tions with green energy, Ms. Burda said. “As nuclear comes off line, we can start ramping up the green portfolio,” she added. Creating “2,000 megawatts of green energy is very easy to achieve,” Ms. Burda said. Mr. McNeil outlined the public consultation undertaken by OPG during the EA. “Overall, we feel confident in saying that there is not a high level of public concern regarding po- tential refurbishment, given the overall level of interest in the proj- ect,” he said. “The effects of the project are considered to be minor and are al- ready managed and understood,” Mr. McNeil said. “The project is not expected to change the local community’s use and enjoyment of private property or neighbour- hoods. “The positive effects are broad and regional in scope,” he said. If the refurbishment is done, work would start around 2012 and take about two and a half years for each reactor. The units would then operate until 2060. CRITERIA: 1. Children to be registered for Junior Kindergarten must be 4 years of age on or before December 31, 2009. 2. Children to be registered for Senior Kindergarten must be 5 years of age on or before December 31, 2009. 3. Proof of age is to be presented in the form of a Baptismal Certifi cate and one of the following: Birth Certifi cate, Birth Registration or Passport. 4. To register your child, one or both parents/guardians must be Catholic and a registered Separate School supporter. PLEASE NOTE: • The format of the Kindergarten Program (every day for a half day or full day on alternate days) will be a local school decision. Noon hour transportation is available for students in transporting zones. • “In accordance with Board’s JK/SK Program Delivery Model Policy, schools will conduct a School Community Survey to assist Catholic School Council in making a recommendation to the Principal with respect to the JK/SK Program to be implemented over the next three years. This input will be gathered every three years as required by Policy. Please contact your local school to determine when and how you may provide input by completing a survey.” • Parents are requested to bring available health records on immunization, allergies, etc. • To determine the location of your area school please visit the Board Website at: http://locator.dcdsb.ca • Please contact your local school prior to January 9, 2009 to obtain particular details and/or make arrangements for registration. AJAX SCHOOLS: Durham Catholic District School Board Junior & Senior Kindergarten Registration for September 2009 Registration will be held the week of January 12-16, 2009 For specifi c date & time, contact the school offi ces listed below P. Pulla ~ Director of Education J. McCafferty ~ Chair of the Board Your Neighbourhood Catholic School Welcomes You.... Brother Andre C.S. 60 Seggar Avenue (905) 619-8021 Mother Teresa C.S. 15 Fishlock Street (905) 426-7064 St. Bernadette C.S. 41 Bayly Street East (905) 683-0571 St. Catherine of Siena C.S. 15 Bennett Avenue (905) 427-6105 St. Francis de Sales C.S. 72 Church Street South (905) 683-3320 St. James C.S. 10 CloverRidge Drive West (905) 427-3327 St. Jude C.S. 68 Coles Avenue (905) 428-9304 St. Patrick C.S. 280 Delaney Drive (905) 427-2866 PICKERING SCHOOLS: Holy Redeemer C.S. 747 Liverpool Road South (905) 839-5409 (English & French Immersion) Our Lady of the Bay C.S. 795 Eyer Drive (905) 839-2532 St. Anthony Daniel C.S. 2090 Duberry Drive (905) 427-9610 St. Elizabeth Seton C.S. 490 Strouds Lane (905) 839-0005 St. Isaac Jogues C.S. 1166 Finch Avenue (905) 839-1844 St. Marguerite Bourgeoys C.S. 1765 Meadowview Avenue (905) 831-3651 St. Monica C.S. 275 Twyn Rivers Drive (905) 509-6691 St. Wilfrid C.S. 2360 Southcott Road (905) 427-6225 ©Disney, ©Disney/Pixar.Buy tickets at www.disneyonice.com, Retail Locations, Rogers Centre Box Office – Gate 7 or call (416) 870-8000 For group information call (416) 341-2255 TICKET PRICES: $15 - $26 - $39 Limited number of Rinkside and VIP seats available. Call for details. (Service charges, facility and handling fees may apply.) DEC. 19 - 28 Fri. Sat. Sun. Mon. Tue. DEC. 19 7:00 PM DEC. 20 11:00 AM 3:00 PM 7:00 PM DEC. 21 1:00 PM 5:00 PM DEC. 22 2:00 PM DEC. 23 2:00 PM *Additional show times may be added. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun. DEC. 24 NO SHOWS DEC. 25 2:00 PM DEC. 26 2:00 PM 7:00 PM DEC. 27 11:00 AM 3:00 PM 7:00 PM DEC. 28 1:00 PM 5:00 PM THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 12, 2008 PAGE 3 A/Pdurhamregion.com Company makes case for rebuilding reactors ‘There’s very little space for green energy to grow. If Ontario is serious about getting more green energy on the grid, there needs to be less of something else. Obviously, where they need to do less is less nuclear energy’ -- CHERISE BURDA ‘Overall, we feel confident in saying that there is not a high level of public concern regarding potential refurbishment, given the overall level of interest in the project.’ -- PAT MCNEIL Pickering looking for teen volunteers PICKERING — The City of Pickering is looking for volunteers this winter. Teens can volunteer to shovel driveways and walkways this win- ter for seniors in the community. It’s a great way to help your com- munity and earn your community service hours for school. If you sign up before Jan. 12, your name is entered into a draw to win an Ipod. Vulnerable Sector Screening must be completed by the local police station to commence volun- teer hours. For more information, call Heather Butler at 905-420-4660 ext. 6100. should find ways to cut costs, not increase them. The timing to raise such a question couldn’t have been worse, he said. “People are losing their jobs, people are losing their houses; there’s so much uncertainty,” he said in an interview. “The last thing people want to see is (councillors) get- ting more money.” Coun. Johnson wasn’t surprised that Coun. McLean disagreed with him since he noted dur- ing the meeting Coun. McLean makes enough money from his real es- tate business and from his pension as a former Toronto police officer. Coun. McLean later said he never got into politics for the money, and thinks if strong-minded council- lors feel they need a raise, they’d speak for them- selves. Ms. Wilcox will contact clerks at other municipal- ities and expects a report will be ready for council- lors sometime in January. In September, residents petitioned to the ministry of municipal affairs and housing that Pickering Council’s salaries, ex- penses and allowances between 2003 and 2008 should be audited by Minister Jim Bradley. “My staff have met with the petitioners, have met with the municipality and now we’re co-ordinating the facts of the matter,” said the ministry’s man- ager of local government, Central Region, Tom Gut- freund. Next, staff will prepare a report to the minister, who will then decide on the next step. Residents still have to pay $45 for essential calls By Reka Szekely rszekely@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Durham will receive an additional $1.1 million in 2009 to top up the Ontario gov- ernment’s share of land ambulance costs. The Province and its municipalities have shared the cost of oper- ating land ambulance services 50-50 since 2000. However, as costs increased over the years, the municipalities were shouldering more than their agreed-upon share. The Ontario government began catching up on its payments from 2006 through 2008. The funding an- nouncement this month continues the trend. “I think we were just pleased to see the Prov- ince continue to com- mit to their 50 per cent,” said Richard Armstrong, Durham’s director of emergency medical ser- vices. In 2008, the oper- ating cost for land am- bulance in Durham was $29.7 million, of which the Province paid $14.6 million. “Certainly we’re very hopeful it’s going to go beyond 2009,” Mr. Arm- strong added. The funding an- nouncement does not af- fect the fee residents pay when they call an ambu- lance. If an ambulance is essential, residents are charged $45. There are exemptions, for seniors, for example. For non-es- sential calls, the bill is $245. “The municipality ac- tually doesn’t see those revenues. The Province gets part of the revenue back and the hospital gets a portion.” Local Liberal MPP Joe Dickson welcomed the money as well. “This funding means residents of Ajax- Pickering and the greater Region of Durham can continue to count on quality land ambulance services when they need them,” he said. Beginning in Grade 1, the Durham District School Board offers, at no additional charge to parents, a French Immersion program for non-Francophone students. To find out more about the French Immersion program, please join us at an information meeting at one of the following French Immersion schools: Cadarackque PS...................905-428-2347 Southwood Park PS.............905-683-5230 * Unnamed Hamlet PS.........register at Cadarackque PS - 905-428-2347 Frenchman’s Bay PS................905-839-1131 Sir J.A. Macdonald PS............905-839-1159 All French Immersion program information meetings will be held Wednesday, February 4, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. Pre-registration will begin following the meeting and will be available at the schools thereafter. For more information regarding French Immersion at the Durham District School Board, please visit us at: For more information regarding your child’s school designation, please contact our Property and Planning Department via e-mail at Planning_Department@durham.edu.on.ca or by phone 905-666-6421 or 1-800-339-6913 ext. 6421. www.durham.edu.on.ca Ajax Pickering *approval pending Pre-Registration for September 2009 Grade One French Immersion Durham District School Board 965 Dundas St. W. Unit #201 (West Lynde Plaza) 905-665-3150 WHITBYWHITBYMARKHAMMARKHAM 905-294-1001 5762 Hwy 7 Unit #203A (Upstairs of No Frills) PICKERINGPICKERING 905-831-6464 1050 Brock Rd. Unit #10 (South of 401) 416-282-0160 8130 Sheppard Ave. E. 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The News Advertiser is a member of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Trade, Ontario Community Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Community Newspaper Assoc., and the Canadian Circulations Audit Board. Also a member of the Ontario Press Council, 2 Carlton St., Suite 1706, Toronto, M5B 1J3, an independent organization that addresses reader complaints about member newspapers.The publisher reserves the right to classify or refuse any advertisement. Credit for advertisement limited to space price error occupies. Editorial and Advertising content of the News Adver- tiser is copyrighted. Unauthorized reproduction is prohibited. 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... A/P PAGE 6 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 12, 2008 durhamregion.com I t’s a lose-lose situation for the Province and its elementary teachers. In a battle of bargaining that saw both sides get less than they wanted, the Ele- mentary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) and the Ontario Public School Boards’ Association (OPSBA) were simply unable to sign a provincial framework agreement by an extended deadline. For months, Minister of Education Kath- leen Wynne has been threatening to punish school boards and teacher groups for not having local agreements in place by Nov. 30; now the Province is making good on its promise. Ontario’s elementary teachers will get a two per cent salary increase a year for two years, with none of the other benefits granted to the rest of the teacher groups that signed the framework. Those who signed by the deadline received salary increases of three per cent for each of the contract’s four years, smaller classes, benefit improvements and other goodies. It was a good offer, even without consideration of Ontario’s economic state. It’s ultimately the kids who will suffer from OPSBA and ETFO’s inability to reach an agreement. Students in Grade 4 to 8 will have bigger classes than the Catholic and French school boards, less teachers and possibly a strike to look forward to in the near future. It’s a tough situation with no easy solution that comes to mind. The elementary teachers, like their sec- ondary counterparts, walked away from the provincial framework bargaining table a long time ago and didn’t return until recently. On the other hand, when they did return they offered to trade the last year of their salary increase — $140 million to hire 1,500 more teachers. This item, like every- thing when it comes to bargaining, is open to debate. The offer sounds good, but there’s prob- ably more to it than meets the eye. The association claims the federation wanted a lot more along with the trade, such as more maternity benefits and a requirement for all those teaching to be ETFO members. The association wanted some things from the teachers as well, such as to live up to Regulation 298, which states teachers must be in class 15 minutes early in the morning and five minutes in the afternoon, accord- ing to Rick Johnson, OPSBA past president. But, the teachers wanted that time to be part of the scheduled 80 minutes of super- vision time each teacher must do, Mr. John- son said. It would be hard to argue the elementary union didn’t have it coming. They knew the Province had deadlines in place — they chose to call its bluff. The thing that makes this tough is elementary teachers didn’t even have a chance to vote on the deal. Maybe instead of automatically enforcing the financial penalties, the Province should force ETFO to bring the framework to its members for a vote. The teachers’ union has clearly failed them and, like Mr. Johnson said, it’s a shame they didn’t get a chance to see what was being offered. Although it is important for the Province to stick to its guns, they should make a one- time exception if ETFO comes hat in hand, begging to accept the framework. If they do and the Province doesn’t allow them to, then rest assured, elementary teachers will eventually take to the picket lines in an attempt to get what every other teachers’ union in Ontario has for signing deals. And, if they don’t, they’ll be trying to fill the gap left in their wages during the next set of negotiations. Then again, maybe the penalty will make them more likely to accept an offer next time. Crystal Crimi’s column appears once a month. E-mail ccrimi@durhamregion.com. Standoff ultimately means less for kids I n the true spirit of the season, News Advertiser staff, cub scouts, fami- lies affiliated with Carruthers Creek Community Church in Ajax and others delivered roughly 600 gift boxes to Ajax and Pickering families this past weekend. Among other items, the boxes contained warm clothing, toys and candy, just what most people, especially kids, want for Christmas. The News Advertiser is in its fifth year of taking part in the Toronto Star Santa Claus Fund drive and our staff members and vol- unteers each year have returned from the task passing on tales of gratitude from the recipients. It can be an emotional day for volunteers, visiting households where they are met, not just with smiles and thank- yous, but often with tears and hugs. Talk about learning the true spirit of Christmas. News Advertiser’s assistant circulation manager Jodi Raymond is our head elf, in charge of organizing the Ajax and Pickering box delivery since the newspaper became involved in the Santa Claus Fund. “The kids get all excited and they want to open it right away,” Ms. Raymond has said of delivering the boxes. “They are so excited to know someone else is thinking of them. “Mothers will get teary eyed,” she says. “They are so happy and appreciative.” Despite the countless hours involved in co-ordinating the project, arranging the delivery brings her great satisfaction. “I would do it every year,” she said. “I really enjoy it.” There are always people in need but, given the recession we find ourselves in, and the accompanying job losses here, especially in the automotive sector, it’s greater this year and will likely be even more acute in 2009. So, it’s more important than ever to do what you can to help others because many of us are fortunate enough not to be in need. If you need more motivation, The Salva- tion Army and other worthy charities that assist people at this time of year say dona- tions of money, food and toys are down. We understand where they’re coming from because we’ve noticed a drop in the dona- tions to the Santa Fund this year. But, it’s not too late to do your part to ensure next Christmas isn’t as tough on families as many anticipate it will be. Help us bring smiles and tears of happiness to members of our community. To donate by VISA and MasterCard call 416-869-4847 or visit www.thestar.com/ santaclausfund. Cheques can be sent to The Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser Santa Claus Fund, 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, ON, L1S 2H5. Crystal Crimi Coalition using ‘panic tactics’ To the editor: Re: the Liberal-NDP-Bloc Quebecois coali- tion. Why are the Liberals trying to create a panic about the bailout that the Conserva- tive government in power is not yet offer- ing the auto industry, and using this as an excuse to form a coalition with the NDP and Bloc Quebecois? The U.S. government has not yet given a bailout to the American auto sector. If we bail out the Canadian auto sector now, our government will be wasting taxpayer money. If the U.S. auto sector goes down, no amount of bailout to the Canadian auto sector is going help if Detroit shuts down Canadian auto plants. Why the panic tactics? Could it be a power grab by inspiring fear instead of rational leadership? We need to calmly and rationally wait to see what the U.S. government is going to do for the U.S. auto sector - then act accordingly. Now is not the time to panic - have cour- age fellow Canadians, please! Nancy Connolly Hendriks Ajax GREAT GIFT IDEAS 1735 Pickering Parkway PICKERING • 905-686-2308 Quantities are limted to in stock quantity only. 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Having the new Challenger at Durham College will help prepare students to leave school job ready, Mr. Lovisa said. “It’s just nice to see that Chrysler does care about our future and is try- ing to get us to learn about the new technology,” said Jeremy Mitchell, a student in the automotive appren- tice program. The Challenger allows them a bet- ter look at a higher-end vehicle, Mr. Mitchell said. Chrysler chose Durham for the Challenger because it likes to spread its donations out amongst the dif- ferent colleges, said Jack Sulymka, Chrysler’s regional communications manager. “It allows them to get their hands on the latest technology and get ready for the future,” Mr. Sulymka said. The car is the most talked about in the auto industry, Mr. Sulymka said of the Brampton-made vehicle. “This is cutting-edge technology; it’s a modern day muscle car,” he said. “It’s a wonderful car to drive and it looks wonderful. “Please enjoy this car and make the best use of it,” he said. The Challenger donated to Dur- ham College was originally built to be the last of 500 limited edition, 2008 models, but incurred damage during production allowing Chrysler to donate it to the college. The model retails for about $47,000. Crystal Crimi/ News Advertiser photo Small engines student Drew Heming checks out the new Dodge Challenger donated by Chrysler to the Durham Col- lege Skills Training Centre in Whitby. The car is intended to help students gain experience working on a new, high-end vehicle. Durham College gets a new Challenger Speed challenge The newest car students will get to work on at Durham College’s Skills Training Centre can go from zero to 60 miles in under five seconds. Below is a list of some of the Dodge Challenger’s features students can get their hands dirty with: • 6.1-litre HEMI V-8 engine • five-speed automatic transmis- sion with AutoStick • 425 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque PICKERING — PetSmart and the City of Pickering are teaming up to help abandoned, sick and injured animals this Christmas. Pet photos with Santa is from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 13 and Sunday, Dec. 14 at PetSmart in Pickering (1899 Brock Rd.). Packages cost $10 and $5 from each goes to Pickering Animal Services to help care for and house sick and injured animals. Pickering Animal Services 2009 calendars are also ready. They’re available for a $6 donation at Pickering City Hall (One The Esplanade), PetSmart and the Pickering Rec- reation Complex (1876 Valley Farm Rd.). Animal Services will continue to partici- pate in the Iams Home 4 the Holidays cam- paign for the rest of December to try to find new homes for the animals currently at Pickering’s shelter. Each puppy or kitten adopted through the campaign will come with an Iams Adop- tion Starter Kit that contains coupons, food samples, important tips and information about pet care. Cats will be at PetSmart for the month, or they can be adopted from Pickering’s shelter at 15 Reesor Rd. in Scar- borough. For more information call 905-683-7575. Giving animals a Christmas By Reka Szekely rszekely@durhamregion.com DURHAM — Durham residents are facing a 7.9-per cent hike on their water and sewer rates come January. This average is a combination of an 8.6 per cent increase on water bills and 7.1 per cent on sewers. The Region estimates the average residential customer, who uses 273 cubic metres or 60,000 gallons of water per year, will pay $665 for water and sewer next year. “The 7.9 per cent increase that we recommended means an in- crease of $48 for the year for the average customer,” said the Re- gion’s finance commissioner, Jim Clapp. “That’s 13 cents a day. I know there will be folk that say that’s too much, but we’re talking about a necessity of life when we talk water and sewer.” Mr. Clapp said many municipal- ities are seeing a seven- to nine- per cent hike in rates and Durham is in line with that. Part of the reason customers are seeing increasing rates is because they’re using less water. The Re- gion is projecting a 2.8-per cent drop in water consumption next year and a 2.7-per cent decrease in sewer flow, despite a one-per cent growth in the customer base. If it weren’t for the consumption reduction, the rate increase would have been 6.4 per cent this year, said Mr. Clapp. On the residential side, water consumption is dropping because of changes to the plumbing code and choices by residents such as using more efficient appliances and fixtures. Since 2000, consump- tion has steadily dropped, with the average home now using about 54 cubic metres or 12,000 gallons of water less per year. Mr. Clapp said the Region realiz- es water conservation costs more, but will continue to encourage it. “It’s just like recycling costs more. It doesn’t mean it’s bad, it just means saving the environment is a costly proposition.” As well, large industrial water users are using less water because of conservation and current chal- lenges in the manufacturing sec- tor. Though he didn’t have a figure on hand, Mr. Clapp said the loss of auto manufacturing will cost the Region millions in water and sewer revenues. And, residents aren’t off the hook this year. The Region esti- mates water and sewer rates will continue to climb eight to nine per cent per year through 2013. Even as consumption rates drop, other costs are rising, including salary and utility costs. As well, upgrades to water pollution con- trol plants and sewers across the Region through 2013 come with a minimum $52-million price tag for customers. 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Add our friendly, caring staff and state-of-the-art techniques and you’ve found a good dental home. Jim McCafferty chosen to lead Catholic school board DURHAM — A Pickering and an Ajax trustee have reclaimed their seats as chair- man and vice-chairwoman of the Durham Catholic District School Board. Pickering Trustee Jim McCafferty was re-elected chairman, while Ajax Trustee Janice Oldman was acclaimed as vice- chairwoman, during the board’s Dec. 1 inaugural meeting. Their positions are effective from Dec. 1 to Nov. 30, 2009. This is Trustee McCafferty’s third term as chairman and Trustee Oldman’s sec- ond as vice-chairwoman. “I look forward to continuing my work as chair of the board and working with trustees and staff to continue to make Durham Catholic a great place for all stu- dents,” Trustee McCafferty said. The board also appointed Bishop Peter Hundt as honourary chairman, and Grant Thornton LLP as its auditors. Pickering Catholic trustee takes chairman’s seat D A I L Y S U D O K U newsdurhamregion.com durhamregion.comP PAGE 16 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 12, 2008 CHEESEBURGER ALL BEEF HOT DOG CHICKEN WRAP REGULAR ONION RINGS REGULAR FRENCH FRIES SIDE SALAD SMALL SUNDAEMEDIUM SOFT DRINK SMALL DIPPED CONE On Sale ‘tilOn Sale ‘til December 31stDecember 31st PLAY PALACE DRIVE THRU PICKERING LOCATIONS Pickering Town Centre 905-839-7727 1099 Kingston Rd. 905-831-2665 DRIVE THRUAJAX 250 Bayly St. W. 905-619-0662 OPEN REGULAR MALL HOURS Mackenzie Plaza() Holiday Log Cake Sale Sale $$99999 NO TAX. Reg.$15.99 SAVE $6.00SAVE $6.00 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 12, 2008 PAGE 17 A/Pdurhamregion.com Photo by Adrien Veczan Santa’s elves AJAX — Three-year-old Noah Ferguson and his mother, Leslyn, work on an ornament at the Trim the Tree Party at the Ajax Public Library recently. 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The survey released on Monday by marketing re- search firm Maritz Research Canada showed shoppers plan to spend an average of $571 on gifts. Last year the average amount was $663. And although 70 per cent of Canadians say they will use cash (including debit cards) to pay for purchases, some retailers are offering discounts for people using its store credit cards to pay. “Just say no to the offers.” said Sandra Sherk of Credit Counselling Service of Dur- ham Region. The firm is a non-profit, charitable organization that has been assisting residents of Durham Region with financial concerns since 1970. Ms. Sherk suggests that people stick to these five tips when gift shopping this year. 1) Set a budget for your holiday spending and don’t forget the cards, wrapping, stocking stuffers and extra food. 2) Make a list of the peo- ple you want to buy pres- ents for, set a spending limit and see if the total fits into your holiday budget. 3) If you want more gifts than you have money, see how you can shorten the list. Consider drawing names or giving to the kids only. 4) “Show off your talents.” Homebaked cookies, knit- ted hats, wooden toys etc., are a treat. 5) Give the gift of time. Shovel the neighbour’s driveway or spend an af- ternoon with Grandma or Grandpa. “A deal isn’t a deal if you can’t afford it,” Ms. Sherk said. “Or if you have to put it on a credit card and pay it for the next four years. Paying a minimum payment on a credit card, you could be looking at anywhere from four to eight years to pay back that debt. 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SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13 WINTER COAT DRIVE: The Ap- ostolic Pentecostal Church, 755 Oklahoma Dr., Pickering, holds a winter coat distribution drive from 1 to 3 p.m. Numerous coats and jackets, in various sizes, available. 905-420-3935. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14 CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION: Join the Amberlea Presbyterian Church choir at 7 p.m. as it wel- comes the Christmas season through song. Performances by the junior choir and youth band. Refreshments served following concert. Opportunity to support the Salvation Army Christmas Hampers program for needy fami- lies. The church is at 1820 Whites Rd., Pickering. MONDAY, DECEMBER 15 MOOD DISORDER SUPPORT GROUP: Support for individuals suffering from depres- sion, anxiety, or stress meet every Monday from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30. Located at the Salvation Army Hope Community Care Centre, 35 King’s Cres., Ajax. This group is held in partnership with the Mood Disorders Association of Ontario. 905-426-4347. 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 Se- niors’ 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 Se- niors’ Friendship Club meets for cribbage on Mondays at 1 p.m. at the St. Andrews Community Cen- tre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. Beginners welcome but should come earlier. 905-426-6265 (Audrey). TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16 SENIORS: The Ajax Seniors’ Tues- day Morning Discussion Group meets at 9:30 a.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. Jack and Ruth Foster will entertain. Everyone welcome. 905-683-7799 (Louise), 905-428-8711 (Shirley). TOASTMASTERS: Gain con- fidence and develop public- speaking skills. The Pickering Powerhouse Toastmasters meets on Tuesday nights from 6:45 to 8:30 p.m. in the Parkway Retire- ment Residence (Activity Room), 1645 Pickering Prkwy., Pickering. Guests welcome. 905-831-6867 (Joan). HELP FOR PARENTS: Help- ing Other Parents Everywhere (HOPE), Inc. is a community-based support group for parents dealing with children who have behav- ioural problems including attitude, substance abuse, running away, dropping out of school and parent abuse. The group meets locally every Tuesday at 7:15 p.m. Call 905-239-3577 or visit www.help- ingotherparentseverywhere.com 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 sensory table, crafts, snack time, story time and songs and games. Meets Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 11 at the Hope Com- munity Church, 35 King’s Cres., Ajax. Free and open to all. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17 EUCHRE NIGHT: Royal Canadian Legion Branch 606 holds a euchre night at 8 p.m. at the legion, 1555 Bayly St., Pickering. Prizes and refreshments. Admission is $4, $2 for seniors. All are welcome. 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. 905- 686-5647 (Jack) or 905-571-5635 (Bob). 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 Petticoat 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 Mondays and Fridays at 8 p.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Cen- tre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. 905-683- 9696 (Jack). THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18 PICKERING VILLAGE SENIORS: Join the seniors for bridge on Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. and Sat- urdays at 1 p.m. at the Village Seniors Centre, 29 Linton Ave. (Church Street and Kingston Road), Ajax. 905-683-1659 (Toni). HELP FOR PARENTS: For the past 28 years APSGO (Association of Parent Support Groups of On- tario) has been helping parents of disruptive youth better their fam- ily circumstances. Meetings are now every Thursday. Call 1-800- 488-5666 or visit www.apsgo.ca. Selection will vary by store. Savings are off our regular prices, unless otherwise specifi ed. See in-store for details. *15% discount excludes: Women’s wear: ABS, Groupe JS Collection dresses & suits, Tahari suits, Andy Thê-Anh, Anne Klein New York, Ba&sh, By Malene Birger, Ça Va de Soi, Chaiken Profi le, Dana Buchman, Ellen Tracy, Hoss, Laila, Lauren by Ralph Lauren, Mint, Norma Kamali, Tavãn & Mitto, Three Quarter, Tara Jarmon, Walter, BAIA Black Label, DKNYC sportswear. 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However singer/musician Christopher Stap- ley wouldn’t say he’s chasing the dream, but “living it.” After a 25-year career in sales, Stapley put aside the practicality and necessity of living a so-called normal life and chose to pursue music, his lifelong passion. “I finally felt like I had the confi- dence and experience to really pur- sue this seriously and, after so many years of thinking about it, I knew I’d reached the ‘now or never’ point,” he said. Stapley had grown up with a love of music, especially singing. Al- though he dabbled in a few bands as a teenager, he never thought about making it a career, opting instead for a more traditional route of settling down by choosing a career, mar- riage and children. “I kind of did it backwards,” he said of his later decision to get back into music. “I was happy enough with my job, but thoughts of music kept coming back to me, almost haunting me with that idea of singing and writing my own material. After a few years of thinking about it, I found time to join a local cover band back in 1993. I sang for a few different cover bands over the years until it stopped being fun. I reached a point where I knew I needed a break from that and I wanted to figure out what to do next or if I was ready to take my own music seriously.” It wasn’t long before Stapley de- cided it was the right time to take what he called “a leap of faith.” In 2006, he left his job and security be- hind in order to follow through with his enduring ambition to write and record his own album. In an era of dwindling CD sales and some less-than-minor panic in the music industry, the timing isn’t ideal, but Stapley remains optimis- tic. “My generation, the baby boomers, are still the largest part of the popu- lation right now, and we’re look- ing for more,” he said. “I’ve felt for a long time that there isn’t much coming out today that is appealing to my generation, and after speak- ing with friends, and the musicians I’ve played with over the years, I re- alized it wasn’t just me. I’m realistic, but I do believe there is an audience for my kind of music.” Stapley’s love of classic rock, soul and R&B is evident in his bluesy, easygoing pop/rock, the genre that best fits his soulful and gravely voice. Currently at work on demos and recording new material, Stapley is pleased with his progress and ex- pects an album in spring 2009. A coincidental recording part- ner, David Wipper, a studio musi- cian who has worked with Alannah Myles and Amanda Marshall, has propelled along the making of the album. “We actually grew up together, so it’s kind of funny it’s worked out this way,” Stapley said. “David and I used to play music together when we were kids and now here we are again. It seems like a good sign.” While the road ahead isn’t easy for any musician just starting out, Stapley is keeping his eye on the prize and enjoying every minute of it. “It’s been a blast. I don’t regret anything – I’m doing what I love,” he said. “I’m having a lot of fun and I’ve been getting good responses so far.” The most meaningful moment of Stapley’s burgeoning career? “I wrote a love song for my twin daughters that was meant to be just for them,” he said. “I struggled with the lyrics be- cause it felt so personal and I’d al- ways wanted to write a song for them. It’s kind of a quiet tune, just me and the guitar. It’s not something I’d think of as a crowd pleaser, but the first time I played it, everyone was just rolling about it after. People had tears in their eyes. It’s not what you’d expect to be a hit, but I guess it goes to show that when you write something personal, people con- nect. It’s a great feeling.” To check out Stapley’s music, visit www.myspace.com/christopher- stapley or add him as a “friend” on Facebook for further details, includ- ing upcoming shows. Ajax woman makes singing debut in play AJAX — An Ajax woman has the lead role in the production of ‘Dear Santa’ in Scarborough. Stephanie Langford has been singing and performing for the major- ity of her 18 years. She performed and studied at Act One School of Drama in Pickering and continues to take vocal lessons. Ms. Langford auditioned along- side many other talented youth for the chance of a lead role in the play. She is also making her debut as a singer, with an inspiring version of ‘This is My Christmas’. ‘Dear Santa’s’ remaining shows are on Friday, Dec. 12 at 8 p.m. and Sat. Dec. 13 at 2 p.m. at the Scarbor- ough Village Theatre, 3600 Kingston Rd. (at Markham Road). Tickets are $17 each. To order call 416-396-4049. The show goes on at Herongate PICKERING — Herongate is getting into the holiday spirit. Herongate Barn Theatre pres- ents a Christmas show, ‘A Flagstaff Christmas’, where the audience can join in for classic and humorous sing- ing alongside a variety of comedy skits on Dec. 17. The menu includes a traditional Christmas meal. ‘Pardon Me Prime Minister’, also playing at Herongate, runs until New Year’s Eve. The farce is performed twice during Christmas week, on Sat. Dec. 27 in the evening and a matinee on Sunday, Dec. 28. The New Year’s Eve performance also comes with jazz and a midnight buffet. Herongate is at 2885 Altona Rd., between Whitevale and Taunton roads. To make reservations or for more information, call 905-472-3085 or visit www.herongate.com. Choir presents Christmas with a Celtic touch DURHAM — Christmas with a Celtic touch is coming to Simcoe Street United Church on Dec. 21. A Celtic Christmas features the choir, soloists from the church and guest musicians Kristen Theriault on harp, Melanie Hartshorn-Walton on guitar, Marianne Turner, on piano, and the Celtic duo of Sheri Drozd and Ian Anderson. There will be carol singing and Christmas music with a Celtic twist. The concert starts at 7 p.m. at the church, 66 Simcoe St. S. Admis- sion is by freewill offering. Refresh- ments will be served after the con- cert. Entertainment in brief DECEMBER 12, 2008 Pickering musician chasing the dream ‘I don’t regret anything – I’m doing what I love. I’m having a lot of fun and I’ve been getting good responses so far.’ — CHRISTOPHER STAPLEY Submitted photo Pickering resident Christopher Stapley left a sales career behind to work on his music, and is planning to release a disc next year. Timing was right for Dan Carter to release new book DURHAM — Local TV personal- ity and motivational speaker Dan Carter has a new book. ‘It’s The Right Time Now’ was re- leased earlier this fall, with a portion of proceeds going to the building of The Hope Centre of Learning, part of the new Oshawa Community Health Centre and Oshawa Senior Citizens Centre at the Conant Cen- tre in south Oshawa. More than 250 people, includ- ing local politicians, turned out for the book launch. The book is the result of Carter’s personal journey and blends reflection, inspiration, education and motivation as he dis- cusses adversity and success in his life. It’s ideal for people who deal with adversity in their lives or real- ize society isn’t doing enough to help our fellow citizens make the world a better place, Carter said. The book also contains reflec- tions by Carter’s friend and mentor, Rev. Doug Schneider, head of The Embassy of the Kingdom of God, Taunton Road. Carter overcame a 20-year addic- tion to drugs and alcohol and has since gone on to raise awareness about mental health and addiction issues . He’s also a TV producer and host. His book is available online at www.dancarter.ca. The Hope Centre is designed to enhance people’s opportunities for learning, providing books on his- tory, biography, leadership and suc- cess stories. Computers and work- stations will be provided and after- school snacks offered. The centre is due to open later this year. 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Wado-Kai club mem- bers from across Durham Region as well as the GTA participated in the event. Ajax club hosts men’s zone 6 playdowns By Jim Easson Special to the News Advertiser AJAX — An Annandale curler helped an Uxbridge rink earn its way to the men’s regionals after the TSC Stores Tankard Zone 6 playdowns at the Ajax curling club last weekend, Dec. 5 to 7. The zone event featured 16 men’s teams in a double-knock- out draw for one of two spots at the Regionals slated for Toronto’s St. George’s Curling Club on Jan. 3 and 4. The winning teams were Rob Lobel of Whitby and Greg Tim- bers of Uxbridge. Annandale member Warren Leslie was on the Timbers’ team with Barry Acton and Kent Cochrane. Annandale had two entries at the zone playdown. Skip Blair Metrakos and his rink finished with a 3-2 record. With Metrakos were Chris Van Huyse, Andrew Klein and Scott March. Another Annandale entry, skipped by Wes Johnson with Patrick Janssen, Tyler Anderson and Spencer Yule, lost the ‘B’-side final. Two other Annandale members competed at the zone event. Alex Bianchi and Mike Trudeau played on an Oshawa foursome skipped by Brian Suddard with John Broth- erhood. The Suddard rink, however, didn’t place. ••• Annandale also hosted the Zone 6 Scotties Tournament of Hearts playdown on the week- end. Four teams entered, but none were from Annandale. Christine Pierce of Unionville won the ‘A’ draw and Janet McGhee of Ux- bridge came out of the ‘B’ side. The Pierce and McGhee rinks advance to the Region- als in Tweed from Jan. 9 to 11. ••• Sandra Thain and her Annandale women’s team of Barb Luffman, Joan O’Leary and Janet Alexander advanced from the zone level to the OCA senior women’s regionals in Lakefield on Dec. 13 and 14. Ajax resident Bob Turcotte, curling out of the Scarboro Golf and Curling Club, will be there, too, as his team won the se- nior men’s zone 7 playdowns in Thornhill on Dec. 3. ••• For the first time this curling season, the Glenn Howard rink, which contains Pickering’s Rich- ard Hart at vice, finished out of the money at The National event in Quebec City from Dec. 3 to 7. The National was the second leg of the men’s 2008-09 Capital One Grand Slam of Curling se- ries. Howard’s Ontario rival Wayne Middaugh, of the St. George’s club of Toronto, captured the top spot. The next scheduled competi- tion for Team Howard is the TSC Stores Tankard Zone 10 in Pene- tanguishene on Dec. 20 and 21. Eight teams are entered in the double-knockout playdown that will send two teams to the re- gionals in Elmira on Jan. 3 and 4. Annandale curler helps Timbers topple foes Pickering swimmer breaks decades-old record PICKERING — A city swim- mer broke a long-time record in the pool in Toronto recently. Pickering native Warren Barnes broke a 24-year-old Ontario record at the Canada cup short course swimming competition in Toronto. The Canada Cup is a national meet designed to enhance the do- mestic competitive program and provide Canadian athletes with a competitive environ- ment in which they can excel. In the men’s 100-metre breaststroke, Barnes lowered one of the oldest men’s short course Ontario records, clock- ing 1:00.59. That eclipsed the 1:00.61 time set by the late great Olympian, Victor Davis. “I am truly hon- oured,” Barnes said after his record- breaking performance. Barnes captured two gold medals and one silver medal in other breaststroke events. In an interview after the 50m breaststroke Warren said, “The race felt great,” with a clocking of 27.86. The national record is 27.57, held since 1999 by Mor- gan Knabe. “I wish I could have lowered that record,” he said. “That was my goal for this competition but I still have a crack at it in March at the Spring Nationals.” A graduate of Dunbarton High School, Barnes has at- tended the University of Pitts- burgh on an athletic scholar- ship. He has completed a de- gree in Communications and will be completing a second degree in Political Science this spring. After graduation, Barnes will return to train with the Scar- borough Swim Club for World Trials, which takes place later in the summer in Montreal. Warren Barnes Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. SAVE TIME, SAVE MONEY View Flyers/Coupons At Carrier of The Week Kyle Today’s carrier of the week is Kyle. Kyle enjoys Go-karting & dirt biking. 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The Attack players have decided to forego a ‘Secret Santa’ gift exchange in favour of help- ing kids whose families are under duress to have a happy Christ- mas this year. And, their head coach, Carey Durant, couldn’t be prouder of his charges for opting to lend a helping hand to those in need. “It shows that the team is part of the com- munity. It’s not all about the hockey, but doing something good for someone else,” said Du- rant. The players have all agreed to purchase a toy or a gift appropriate for a teenager to be donated to the Herizon House women’s shelter, which serves abused women and their children in the Ajax and Pickering communities. Durant said the players immediately got be- hind the idea of holding the toy drive for the community organization. “They instantly gravitated toward it. Our goal- tender, David Jenkins, spoke up in the dressing room and our captain, Chris Gour, also spoke up for the idea of doing something for some- body else.” Durant is urging fans to help out, too, by dropping off an unwrapped toy, starting at this Sunday’s league contest against the Burlington Cougars at the Ajax Community Centre at 3 p.m. Other home dates where toys can be dropped off are Saturday, Dec. 20 at 3 p.m., when the At- tack plays the Port Hope Predators and, finally, on Sunday, Dec. 21 at 3 p.m., when the Attack hosts the Trenton Hercs. “Our owner and general manager are also behind it, so if we can get fans involved, too, we can take them a load of toys.” As Durant notes, hockey players and those who love hockey are some of the most generous people he knows. “I think at the end of the day, hockey players on the outside might be rough and tumble but, on the inside, hockey players are as generous as anybody.” Fans can drop off toys at the community cen- tre’s upstairs admission area, where a box will be provided at home games prior to Christmas. 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South, Whitby between 9 and 5 Monday to Friday or email: parts@honda1.com An injection moulding company in Whitby requires a LICENSED ELECTRICIAN who is capable of also performing millwright duties. The successful candidate will have experience on injection moulding machines and robot programming. Proof of valid Ontario electrician's license must be provided. Please forward resume to: ResumesWhitby@gmail.com Careers Drivers AZ DRIVER with current clean abstract, B-train grain hopper experience preferred. Furthest dis- tance run 3 hours. Excel- lent equipment. Contact Lorie 905-435-5723. General Help $20 AVG./HR POSITION TRAINING ALLOWANCE PAID DAILY!! No Experience Necessary Call: (905) 435-1052 HOMEWORKERS need- ed!! To Assemble Prod- ucts- Mailing/ Processing Circulars, On-Line Com- puter Work, PC/Clerical Work Available. Up to $1,500/week, No Experi- ence Needed! 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Com- plete Training provided. Rec Msg. 1-800-727-8613 Career Training General Help ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT COUPLE REQUIRED Mature COUPLE needed for hi-rise in Ajax. Live in position, good benefi ts and salary. Please fax resume to (905) 619-2901 between 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Calling MOMS and DADS Build your Dreams! Work from Home! Discover fi rst hand about joining inde- pendent associates for a company offering reward- ing, achievable benefi ts. Call us Today! 905-743- 9426. CLEANERS WANTED: Part-time Pickering & Whit- by. Evenings & Weekends are available. Must own car. Experience preferred. Call (905)428-0360 FURNITURE delivery driver. Valid G license. Loading, unpacking lifting of heavy furniture re- quired. Reliable, bondable, apply in person with driver abstract at Wil- son Furniture, 20 Center St. N. Oshawa. Career Training General Help LITTLE PEOPLES DAY- CARE is looking for a school age ECE teacher. Please email resume to: lpps@rogers.com LUNCH Supervisors req'd for Pickering Elementary School. Mon-Fri 11:40-12:40 p.m. (Finch/Whites Rd) 905-831-1868 PART-TIME CHEF, Wait Staff, Buspersons & Kitch- en Help required. Apply in person with resume to Eggscrepe Restaurant, 250 Bayly St. West, Ajax. (905)683-3535 RESIDENTIAL CLEANER needed, part-time position for a hardworking, energet- ic person, must be bondable, own transporta- tion necessary, please call Jenn (905)493-1811 SIGN SHOP-requires ex- perienced full-time worker that can run a high res. ink jet printer, laminator and knows Flexipro software. Craig 416-884-9999 Sales Help & Agents Skilled & Technical Help General Help STUDENTS Ages 11-15 Cash Paid Daily $150-300/Weekend Fundraising Job 3 positions avail. (416)875-5288 TIRED OF McJOBS? $360/Wk to Start, up to $800/Wk, No Commission. Fun Work. Full Time Posi- tions Available. Call Now, Start Tomorrow. 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Sales Help & Agents Skilled & Technical Help INDEX ENERGY requires 2nd class and 3rd class stationary Engineers re- quired to run its 1st class steam plant in Ajax. The plant provides district heat- ing and process steam from waste wood; we are currently upgrading the plant to a co-generation fa- cility. Individuals with dual trade certifi cation will be given preference. Please respond by faxing your re- sume to 905-683-1335 Office Help PICKERING-BASED COMPANY est 1986 requires bilingual (English/French) admin- istration person. Excellent written/oral communication skills required. Hourly rate. Some travel. Resume to colleen@ electricityforum.com Sales Help & Agents ARE YOU LOOKING to be a Top Real Estate Produc- er? We are looking for re- sponsible, Open Minded agents that are looking to be top earners in a fi rm that provides proven meth- ods and professional sup- port. Agents must have less than 2-years Real Es- tate Experience to qualify for this opportunity. 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Rental Offi ce Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (905)686-0845 or (905)686-0841 Eve. viewing by appt. www.ajaxapartments.com Business OpportunitiesB Hospital/Medical /Dental 1 PERMANENT PART- TIME PSW required, eve- ning/night, every other weekend and including Fri- day's. Non-smoker, valid driver's license. Good wage. Call (905)434-6443 or email resume to: creativevalues@hot mail.com. BOOKKEEPER/accoun- tant-Full Time Must have 3 or more years of previous Full Cycle accounting ex- perience. Profi cient with the use of Quickbooks and Excel. Responsible for the day to day accounting and business functions of an insurance consulting fi rm. Duties including various reconciliations, j/e's, pay- roll, gst, government re- porting and preparing year end working papers. Pre- pare all required manage- ment reports incl. fi nancial stmts. and budgets. Must be highly analytical, orga- nized and able to work in- dependently. Fax resume and salary expectations to 905 831-4167. EXPERIENCED DENTAL receptionist/assistant/nan- ny, full/part time. Scarbo- rough offi ce. Call (647)886-4590 or e-mail resume, joseph@benny group.com FULL-TIME Preventative Dental Assistant required in Oshawa immediately! Please e-mail resume to kingstreetdental@rogers .com or fax to 905-404- 9273. OPTOMETRY ASSIST- ANT (Qualifi cations Re- quired): Full Time - Optical experience: Frame repair and fi tting mandatory, Computer Skills, Profes- sional Attitude - Whitby Of- fi ce. Please reply to File #367, c/o Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481, 865 Farewell St. Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 Apartments/ Condos for Sale$ RARE CASITA Bungalow. 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, renovated end unit on The Esplanade, walk to mall, li- brary, Pickering Rec Cen- tre. A MUST SEE! $252,00 Owner may assist fi nanc- ing. NO AGENTS. 416 890 3020. Industrial/ Commercial SpaceI FOR LEASE – 170 Bloor St. East Oshawa, 11,674 Sq.Ft. Prime Commercial Lot - Only. Corner of Bloor St. East and Howard Street. Deadline for Offers Dec. 15, 2008. Contact Su- san at 1-866-833-2033 ext 229 or scastro@dmsprop- erty.com INDUSTRIAL BAY walking distance Walmart, Oshawa Centre, Stevenson/401 exit. High roll-up door, air compressor, $915/mo. in- cludes all utilities, parking. Auto repairs machining, hobbies and other uses (light industrial). month- by-month available. Also Storage Container available. 905-576-2982 or 905-626-6619. INDUSTRIAL COMMER- CIAL unit with offi ce space, 1250 sq. feet in South Oshawa (Rit- son/Bloor). Available im- mediately. Call 905-839- 9104. PARK/BLOOR OSHAWA, INDUSTRIAL UNIT, available immediately. 1,425sq.ft. Call 905-579- 5077 or 905-571-3281. Business OpportunitiesB Offices & Business Space APPROX. 380 SQ.FT. self-contained offi ce, with washroom. Brock Rd. S. area. $490 monthly plus GST. includes heat & hy- dro. (905) 427-7400. MEDICAL OFFICE space for rent/lease available in January. Space provides 2 examining rooms, private offi ce, free parking located in downtown Oshawa. Contact: 905-404-6611. OFFICE/RETAIL DOWN- TOWN Uxbridge. Various sizes available. Call Greg 905-887-5120 or 416-985- 5120 Business OpportunitiesB AIRLINES ARE HIRING - Train for high paying Avia- tion Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualifi ed - Job placement assistance. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (888)349- 5387. ATTENTION: Turn 10 hours a week into $1500/month. Work from home online. Free training, fl exible hours. Go to web- site: www.succeedfrom homebiz.com TIRED OF LAYOFFS, long hours, possible traffi c, no fi nancial security? Try stepping into your own business. No franchise fees. Work from home or offi ce. Trial period ar- ranged. Full training. Sup- port as long as necessary. Amazing opportunities for a select few. 1-877- 359-9590 or email: info@ business-opportunities.ca Mortgages, LoansM $$MONEY$$ Consolidate Debts Mortgages to 95% No income, Bad credit OK! The Mortgage Centre 1- 800-282-1169 www.mtgcentre.com 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!!! 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 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 BDRM upper fl oor apt. Bloor/Simcoe area. Very secure, clean, cosy, use of yard, 1 parking spot. $700/mo inclusive, fi rst/last required, available immedi- ately. 905-435-1091, 905- 579-3322 1, 2 & 3 BEDROOM APTS, Oshawa. Starting from $450/mo plus heat/hydro. Avail. January First/last, references. Que- bec St. and Simcoe St., Stephen 905-259-5796, 905-576-8699. OSHAWA - large one bdrm with walkout. Separ- ate entrance, quiet neigh- borhood. Avail Dec 1st. $750 all inclusive. 905- 260-7323 Apartments & Flats for RentA 1-BEDROOM apartment Oshawa, Bloor/Wilson. Very nice, clean & quiet building. $675 plus hydro. Available January 1st. No pets/smoking. (905)576- 2523. 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT apartment, Anderson/ Rossland. $700/ month, all inclusive, separate en- trance. 1-parking. First/last. No pets. Prefer single working person. (905)666-3478. 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 BEDROOM BASE- MENT, North Whitby, $925/month inclusive. Spacious, separate en- trance, private back yard, laundry, parking, A/C, available immediately. Call (905)404-7969 2 BEDROOM SPACIOUS APT. Beautiful layout, $750.00+hydro, fi rst/last, Uxbridge downtown Brock St. No pets/smok- ing, references. Sam 416-895-8144 2-BEDROOM $895/month ($215/week). Clean, quiet parking, appliances, utilities included. Available Dec 12th or later (Sim- coe/Mill). Call 905-922- 5927. 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 3-BEDROOM SPACIOUS apartments, Oshawa. Clean, professionally man- aged. Large back- yard/deck. Near Lakeview Park. Includes parking, utilities, laundry facilities. No pets/smoking. $1250 main fl oor. $950 lower lev- el. First/last. 905-431- 1552. 3-BEDROOM BRIGHT, spacious, main fl oor, Whitby, centrally located. Fridge/stove, parking, $1150/month inclusive. No pets/smoking. Avail. Janu- ary 1st. 905-556-9972, 905-925-9972. Condominium Suites in Oshawa 2 & 3 Bdrm's Free Utilities, Parking. Senior's, Retiree's & GM Discounts 905-728-4993 BOWMANVILLE immacu- late 1 bedroom apt. Avail immediately. secured en- trance very quiet building $929 includes appliance, utilities, parking and laun- dry facilities. 905-666-1074 Apartments & Flats for RentA AJAX 3-bdrm mn fl r bungalow 2-bdrm bsmt, Bachelor & Room Laundry, parking, near all amenities. 905-428-8946 905-686-8905 AJAX Ravenscroft/Rossland Furnished room in basement with Christian family. Own bathroom, No pets/smoking. $550/mo inclusive Avail. immediately. (647)838-0894 AJAX, Rossland/Westney Open concept 1-bdrm basement apartment, 1.5 bathrooms, full kitchen, walk-out entrance, parking, laundry, fi replace, a/c. No pets/smoking. First/last re- quired. Available Dec. 1st. 905-427-7818. 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 BOWMANVILLE 2 bed- room on main fl oor has walkout patio. Freshly painted (few yrs old) En- suite laundry, appliances, parking included. No smokers $1100+utilities Immediate possession. 905-908-0074 HARMONY/401, LARGE 1-bedroom basement. Separate entrance, utilities, cable, laundry, no smoking/pets, Suitable for quiet working individual. $650. Available Now. 905-571-2864. IMMACULATE, LARGE, brand new beautiful one bedroom apartment in pre- stigious area of Bowman- ville, located on 12-acres. Open concept, walk-out w/large windows, Gas fi re- place, own laundry, walk-in closet, lots of storage, of- fi ce area, available Janu- ary lst. $895/mo all inclu- sive. No pets/no smoking. (905)263-8377. KING ST. BOWMAN- VILLE 1-bedroom $675, newly renovated, Jan 1st. 2-bedroom $725, newly renovated, Feb 1st. Close to all amenities. Call to view (905)914-1449. LEGAL 2-BEDROOM walkout basement. Oshawa Grandview area, renovated recently, separ- ate laundry, big backyard, move in now, quiet neigh- borhood, 2car parking, $875 utilities included (905)721-2074 OSHAWA spacious one- bedroom basement, bus route, close to 401, amenities, custom kitchen, hardwood, ceramic fl oors, pot lights, laundry. Imme- diately. $750-inclusive. (905)261-1602 msg. 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 basement apartment, clean, bright, spacious & quiet, includes heat, hydro, water, parking, cable, shared laundry. No smok- ing/pets. $850/month, fi rst/last. Available Jan 1st. (905)434-7899 Apartments & Flats for RentA OSHAWA, large 2 bed- room, with balcony, 11 unit building, include all utilities and parking $850., Room $450 includes all utilities. Jan. 1st. First/last, 905 924-6075. OSHAWA, Newly Reno- vated Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 bdrm & Penthouse 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 2 BED- ROOM basement, large, legal, professionally fi n- ished, sep. entrance, 4-pc. washroom, laundry, park- ing, private backyard. Near schools, shopping, bus. $950/inclusive. No dogs. Immediate. 647-229-1465. PICKERING - 4 bedroom apartment on main fl oor of house, backs onto ravine, close to parks and shop- ping. Eat in kitchen, large living room and dining room, 5 pa. bathroom plus ensuite, private laundry fa- cilities. $1275. per mo plus 1/2 utilities. Please call (905) 767-1240 for a view- ing appointment. PICKERING - WHITES/ BAYLY, 1-bedroom base- ment apt., recently reno- vated, clean, quiet, utilities and parking included. Available immediately. $800/month. No smoking. Call (905)420-3738. PICKERING - Whites/401 - 2 Bdrm Basement Apt, Lrge Liv Rm, Kit, Laund, Pking. No Smoking, Avail immed, $900 inclusive. Call Dan 416-574-9522. PICKERING, Bayly/Liver- pool, Bright 2-bdrm bsmt. Large windows, eat-in kitchen, laundry, 2-parking. 2 minutes to 401. $850/mo inclusive. No dogs. Avail. immediately. (905)837- 7684 PICKERING: 1-bdrm. bsmnt. Separate entrance, full bathroom, 2 walk-in closets, clean, new car- pet/painted, close to bus, amenities. Suitable for family. No pets/smoking. Available Jan. 1st. 905- 619-1028. PICKERING: 1-BR walk- out bsmt apt. Two private entrances, parking, HD cable, A/C, internet. All utilities incl. No pets. No smoking. Immediately. $800/month. 905-839- 9357. 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 ST., Oshawa. Beautiful 3-bedroom. 1400sqft, on second fl oor. Walk distance to lake. Fridge and stove, utilities extra. $950/month, available now. (905)725- 9991. Apartments & Flats for RentA 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. 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 WHITBY immaculate completely redone 1 bed- room central. Available immediately. $785, 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. Jan -1st. No dogs. Daytime viewings only Mon-Fri, references. Days (905)666-3338, evenings (905)832-2722. WHITBY, 1-BEDROOM apartment, $725/month in- clusive. Very good loca- tion, 3-mins from Go sta- tion. Clean building. Park- ing included. Available immediately. Call (905)666-3627 or (905)809-3749. Condominiums for RentC BOWMANVILLE LUXURY Condos. Available Immedi- ately. From $1100/All In- clusive. All 5 Appliances Included. Call Jennise To- day to View (905) 697- 8261 RARE CASITA Bungalow. 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, renovated end unit on The Esplanade, walk to mall, li- brary, Pickering Rec Cen- tre. A MUST SEE! $1500 mo. 416 890 3020. Houses for Rent !!! 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. 189 MILL ST. Oshawa - 3 bedroom, 2 baths, 3 ap- pliances. Completely reno- vated, new fl oors. $1400+ utilities. First/last required. Available Jan. 1 Call Ryan 905-868-4978 3-BEDROOM HOUSE, North Oshawa, newly renovated C/air, gas heat, 3 appliances. 1.5 bath- rooms, single garage, 2 parking, fenced yard w/deck. No smoking/pets. $1300+ utilities, fi rst/last. (905)721-8699 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. Places of Worship Houses for Rent AJAX, 3-BEDROOM bun- galow, main fl oor. Near all amenities. $1350/month all inclusive. First/last & refer- ences required. Available Feb 1st. No pets preferred. Call (905)426-7965 AVAILABLE JAN. 31 - Ajax south. Upper level, 4 bedrooms, double car gar- age, 3 baths, main fl oor laundry, $l,500 plus 2/3 utilities. Prefer non-smok- er, no pets. Dennis Morgan Sutton Group Heritage, (905)831-9500, (416)587- 0060, BOWMANVILLE, winter- ized 2-bedroom cottage, garage, water access, pri- vate lakeside community. No pets/smoking preferred; suitable for 2. References. Available immed. First/last. $1000+utilities. Evenings Call Carol 905-623-2242 Places of Worship Houses for Rent BRAND NEW 3-bedroom 3 bathroom house, North Ajax, Salem/Taunton. Available immediately. $1475/month. No smok- ing/pets. Call 416-707- 3659 CENTRAL OSHAWA, Near Oshawa Centre. 3- bdrm house. Avail immedi- ately. ALSO 1-BEDROOM apt., available immediately. Near all amenities. Call (905)728-7361 KING / HARMONY excel- lent neighborhood 3 plus one bedroom detached home, big yard, fi nished basement, all appliances including dishwasher, available Dec. 15th or Jan . lst. $1400 plus .(905)744- 3489. OSHAWA 3-bedrooms fridge, stove, $1,350 plus utilities. No pets. No smok- ing. Call 905-259-5119, leave message with phone number. Places of Worship 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 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 OSHAWA, Bloor/Grand- view. Semi, 3-bdrm, 3-sto- rey, close to 401, fully fenced, deck, gas heated, very clean, recreation room 10ftx20ft, 4-parking, $1100/mo+utilities. No pets. Call Joe (905)839- 3290 Places of Worship Houses for Rent WHITBY Very clean 3 bed- room bungalow. Huge treed lot, deck. 2 wash- rooms. Finished basement. Near GO/401. No pets/smoking. Available February 1st. $1325 plus utilities. 905-666-4723. Townhouses for RentT AN OSHAWA SOUTH newly renovated town- house, 3-bedroom $999+ utilities. Close to schools & shopping. First/last. Call 416-880-4126. BAYLY/MORNARCH, op- posite of No Frills, Ajax, 2-years old, 4-bedroom, 2 1/2 bath, laundry and parking. Living/family room. $1200/month, plus utilities. Available February 1st. (647)308-6745, (905)837-6745. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 12, 2008, PAGE 29 A/Pnewsdurhamregion.com 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” 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) 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 Programs 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 In Loving Memory In loving memory of the late Phillip George Scarlett. Phillip passed away on December 12th, 2000 It is sad to walk the road alone Instead of side by side To all there comes a moment When the ways of life divide. You gave me years of happiness, Then came sorrow and the tears. Still you left me beautiful memories Treasured through the years. Loved and sadly missed by wife Louise, sisters Amy and Emily, children, grand children, great grand children, nieces and nephews, the entire extended family, and dear friends. In Memory of our Dear and Special Friend Colleen Heinen ( Jensen ) December 26, 1950 December 14, 2006 Two years have passed since you left us - Two long years. We want you to know how much you are truly missed by all of us. You were a true friend and no one can replace your million dollar smile. No one can replace "YOU" dear Colleen. You always had kind words of encouragement and always had open arms for both of our families, you were one of us. We know that you are truly in a better place now and we accept that it was not your choice to leave us. Every day brings a new memory of you - both happy and sad. The happy memories far outweigh the sad. The "Little Ones" remember you, you made such an impression on them at their tender ages before you left. You are often thought about when we see a rainbow or butterfl y - That is when you are most with us, smiling down and looking out for us. Colleen, you will live forever in our hearts and thoughts Keep those "Triple Sevens" coming up God Bless you Colleen Forever the Baird and Farrow Families 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 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 FURNITURE DISPOSAL & MAJOR LIQUIDATION - ORDERED SOLD BY FACTORY IMPORTER Acting under Instructions received we will sell in detail lots the following: OVER 1000 QUALITY ITEMS TO BE OFFERED consumer goods * giftware * as seen on tv items * décor accents * appraised estate & modern diamond jewellery *sports memora- bilia*new sofa sets * outstanding art collection * furniture*home theatre seating * kitchen & dining sets * occasional furniture **coin collection * over 300 jewellery items * diamond solitaires *studs * P U B L I C A U C T I O N Sun. Dec. 14 at 1: P M (Preview at 12: Noon) NEWCASTLE COMMUNITY HALL 20 King ST. West, Newcastle Table Lamps, accent and home decor items, porcelain collector dolls, nostal- gia CD cabinets, Magic Bullets, Jack Lalane Juicers,H2O Vacuum, H2O Mops, Swivel Sweepers, Magic Swing Golf, Tobi Steamers, Leg magic, Sonic Blades, Power Trainer pro, Obus Form Foot Spa, Wall Clocks, Oil Paintings Sofa sets, furniture accents, plant stands, commodes, cabinets, tables, writing desk, hand carved mahogany furniture, 9 pc table and chair set, home theatre seating, wine cabinet, storage cocktail tables, Impressive jewellery collection of Estate & Modern jewellery including, tennis bracelets, diamond solitaire rings, watches, pearl strands, sterling silver, gift sets, tennis necklaces, "Polo Gold" Swiss Watches, Swarovski set jewellery, appraised estate items, Swiss watches, all suitable for Christmas gift giving. Over 1000 items to be offered in this Pre Christmas Shopping Auction Sale, items will include but are not limit- ed to over 300 jewellery items all suitable for gift giving including rings ear- rings, watches, bracelets, Swarovski set necklace sets, tennis necklaces, Dia- mond set solitaire rings, appraised and estate jewellery, ladies purses, wal- lets, travel bags, tea sets, 12 pc Professional cookware Set , professional carving knife sets, heavy stainless fl atware sets service for 12, Royal Doulton, art silk rugs in all sizes, Important Museum Framed Art collection including "Group of Seven" - Tom Thomson, AJ Casson, Franklin Carmichael, Lawren Harris, Alicia Soave, Jack Jillian, Henri Matisse, Picasso, Romance, Bateman, Lester, Monet, Van Gogh, Rodin, Godsby, Trisha Romance, Signed Original Signature - AJ CASSON - Platinum Portfolio LE, Sports memorabilia of Cros- by & Superstars, various milestone proof coins, estate coins, bank notes, mint sets, silver, gold, proof sets, etc, Matchbox, Dinky, Lledo, Corgi rare die cast collector vehicles, Samurai swords, Terms: Cash, Visa, MC, debit, Buyers Premium in effect, Delivery available, as per posted & announced at sale. Ad- ditions & Deletions, List may change without notice. Detailed listings on website. www.auctioneer.ca, email-info@auctioneer.ca 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 In Memoriam Townhouses for RentT BOWMANVILLE 3-BED- ROOM Townhouse. $1300/month plus utilities Available Jan 1st. Fenced yard, very clean. Five ap- pliances, Central AC, pow- der room. Ceramic fl oors/carpet. Great place. Call 905-623-9929 HILLCREST HEIGHTS 2- BEDROOM townhouses available. 477 Dean Ave (Ritson/401). $915/month and up. Hydro and parking included. (905)576-9299 ask for Natasha. NORTH OSHAWA - Ross- land & Harmony, 4-bed- room townhouse, fully renovated, air, garage, fi n- ished basement. Including water $1250/mo. Hy- dro/gas extra. Avail. Feb 1st. 905-472-8947 or 905- 409-0548. 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. NORTHVIEW MEADOW Co-op currently has 2/3/4 bedroom units available. Please call 905 721 8370 or come to 1252 Pentland St, Oshawa to pick up an application. 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 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, Taunton/Town- line, luxury, new, 3+1- bdrms, 2-1/2 baths, 5 ap- pliances. 2-parking. Close to amenities and schools. No smoking/pets. $1500/month plus utilities. Avail. Jan.-1st. (647)886- 4590, joseph@bennygroup .com In Memoriam Vendors WantedV Housing WantedH REAL ESTATE WANTED Private Investor wants to buy income property. Will look at all, any condition. 905-449-4097 Rooms for Rent & WantedR LARGE AJAX upstairs room, double closet, available immediately. Share facilities, laundry, cable, internet, bus at door. $450 per mo. (905) 239-1732 (416)723- 5576 MAIN FLOOR ROOM with large bay window, large home, near Pickering Town Centre, close to Kingston Rd. $450/mo. all inclusive, suits working person. 905-839-7237. SHARE AJAX House, clean quiet adult occupied. Furnished, cable TV, inter- net, house phone, laundry, parking. First/last. Smoking outside/no pets. $465/in- clusive, no lease, www.sharemyhouse.ca 905-391-3809. Shared Accommodation FAMILY HOME IN safe neighborhood, ideal for student. $500/month, inclu- sive and cable/internet. Must see! Call (905)440- 6453, ask for Mike. TWO ROOM basement bachelor, mature profes- sional preferred, parking, share kitchen, storage available, own 3 pc. wash- room, laundry, near Whitby library, furnished or unfur- nished, immediate, $550 per mo. (905)665-2881. In Memoriam Vendors WantedV Va cation Properties SELL/RENT YOUR TIME- SHARE NOW!!! Mainte- nance fees too high? Need Cash? Sell your unused timeshare today. No com- missions or Broker Fees. Free Consultation. www.sellatimeshare.com 1-866-708-3690 Personals A MATURE ADULT single male, 52 yrs. old looking for a down-to-earth non- smoking lady as a com- panion that could pos- sibility turn into a long-term relationship. If any of you ladies are interested please call 905-686-9838. Daycare Available FINDING CHILDCARE Has never been easier! Connecting providers, parents and nannies. Not an agency. View free list today at: www.durhamdaycare.com 289-404-2222 Articles for SaleA $1000 DOLLARS WORTH of used organ music books, for $400. Call (905)619-6907. 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 Articles for SaleA 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. 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 BEAUTIFUL SOLID wood dining suite w/6 chairs, 2 leafs, buffet & Hutch, $575. was $5,500. Large 3-seat- er couch, great condition, $125. Best offer. Moving! (905)654-5332 BED, ALL new Queen or- thopedic, mattress, box spring in plastic, cost $900, selling $275. Call (416)779-0563 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 GREAT HOLIDAY Sav- ings! #1 ONLINE SHOP- PING MALL. One Stop Shopping: Wal-Mart, Pet- Smart, Footlocker, i-Tunes, Macy's, Dicks, NBA Store, Toys-R-Us, 1-800-Flowers, Hallmark, Overstock, Lil- lian Vernon, choose from over 50 stores!! Visit www.savedirectbuy.com 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. KLOTZ 2-cycle synthetic racing oil KL-200. $50. per case. Four 14" steel rims 5 hole pattern $120. Call 416-509-1211. LEATHER SOFA recliner, 4 months new, 3 seat $499, 2 seat $450. Ask for Javed (905)683-2888 NEW WHITE Porcelain pedestal sink & toilet $150 pair. Call (905)686-1846 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 AND BENCH, Heintzman, Gerhard, good condition, $900. (905)683- 4563. 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 POOL TABLE, profession- al series 1" slate, new in box with accessories, cost $4500, selling $1395. 416- 779-0563 Cars for Sale 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. TEAK WALLUNIT $450, wrought iron table 2-chairs $125. Chesterfi eld chairs, endtable, coffee table $350. Rosewood bedroom queen 2-dressers, $250. Pictures. Air conditioner, $75. Persian rug, $400, Double teak headboard, $50. Call (905)725-6423. 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 A-1 FIREWOOD, dry hard- wood, guaranteed. (905)436-6600 (905)260- 1774. Pets, Supplies, Boarding A&R COUNTRY KENNEL Licensed/health guarantee, golden doodles, shih-poos, peekapoos, bichon-poos. www.arcountrykennel.com. (613)332-6232. ADOPT A HOMELESS PET This holiday season, give the ultimate gift- save a life. Find 1000's of adoptable dogs, cats near you at Petfi nder.com. Cars for Sale Auctions Pets, Supplies, Boarding ADORABLE GOLDEN RETRIEVERS, family raised, vet-checked with their shots. Awesome temperament. Both par- ents on site. Ready to go. 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. CHOCOLATE AND BLACK labs, fi rst shots, dewormed, vet checked, home raised. $500. Call (705)932-1502. FREE TO A GOOD loving home - white, 9 yr. old Pomeranian Chihuahua, very healthy, well trained, used to other dogs and cats, all shots and vet pa- pers available. (905)433- 7988. Cars for Sale Auctions Pets, Supplies, Boarding GOLDEN RETRIEVER Puppies CKC reg. micro- chipped, vet checked with fi rst vaccinations, 28month guarantee. Champion Sire and Dam with Hip/El- bow/Eye & Heart clearanc- es. Males available. $950. 905-259-5575 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, Christmas Spe- cial, vet checked and ap- proved, home raised, many colors. Parents on site. Call 705-277-3013. PUG 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. Cars for Sale Auctions Pets, Supplies, Boarding 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 Cars for Sale 1995 OLDSMOBILE Auro- ra, V8, Auto, leather heat- ed seats, sun roof, black, in good condition, $2,500. Call 905-213-9108 Zack. 1996 PONTIAC Sunfi re S. 295,500 km, good cond. $1500. cert/e-tested. 905- 576-2391 2002 Chevrolet MALIBU V6, automatic, 4 door, ma- roon exterior grey interior, extremely clean pw/pdl/tilt/cruise, AM/FM CD player, power mirrors, alloy rims, 175,000-kms. certifi ed/etested, excellent condition. $3495 905-435- 1091, 509-579-3322 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 A/P PAGE 30 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, December 12, 2008 newsdurhamregion.com RIELLY, Keith R. - Passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Wednes- day December 10, 2008 in his 83rd year. Devoted husband of Olis Loretta June Rielly (nee Fulmer). Proud father of James Oliver Rielly (Mary Ann) of Pefferlaw and Keith E. Rielly (Bonnie) of Bowmanville. Loving grand- father of Laura (Mike), Crystal and Annalisa. Keith is predeceased by his brother Eric and his parents James and Minnie. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends. The family will receive friends at the McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Pickering Village (Ajax) 905- 428-8488 on Saturday December 13, 2008 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. The Funeral Ser- vice will be held in the Chapel on Sunday De- cember 14th, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. Interment will take place on Monday December 15th, 2008 at Pine Ridge Memorial Gardens at 1:00 p.m. Should family and friends so desire donations to The Parkinson's Foundation of Canada, the SPCA, The Canadian Cancer Society or the Arms of Jesus Children's Foundation would very much be appreciated by the fami- ly. 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Stk# V370 $$1515,,488488 NOW!!! $$750 off750 off ExtendedExtended WarrantyWarranty 2 YEAR2 YEAR MaintenanceMaintenance PackagePackage 00%% InterestInterest OAC NO PAYMENTSNO PAYMENTS for 6for 6 MonthsMonths oror Sale prices are plus gst, pst, etching, safety, admin., e-test, lock wheels and pde. 0% fi nancing for 12 months based on regular selling price OAC. Bank fi nancing interest applicable on 6 months no payment offer. See us for details. oror oror oror durhamregion.comA/P PAGE 32 THE NEWS ADVERTISER, December 12, 2008