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All together now A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo PICKERING – In the lead up to the Ontario Summer Games, from left, Kristin Spafford, Stephanie Walker, Emily Haunsberger, and Kristin Gidman, were out training this week on Frenchman’s Bay. The members of the West Rouge Canoe Club are competing in Bantam C4 category at the games, beginning next week in London. Register Now for Fall Leisure Programs Aquatic Lessons Pre-school, Children & Youth, Seniors Activities cityofpickering.com lifestyle 905.420.4621 SERVING PICKERING SINCE 1965 News Advertiser PRESSRUN 48,600 ✦ 36 PAGES ✦ FRIDAY, AUGUST 13, 2004 ✦ durhamregion.com ✦ OPTIONAL DELIVERY $6/$1 NEWSSTAND Powerless One year later...Pages 12, 13 Lessons learned Blackout taught officials how fragile power grid really is By Keith Gilligan Staff Writer DURHAM – It may have started in Ohio, but last year’s Aug. 14 blackout had officials here scrambling for answers to reas- sure Ontario residents they won’t be left in the dark again. New Ontario Energy Minister Dwight Duncan said the Province learned a great deal from the incident, both positive and negative. “We learned electricity is a precious, yet fragile, commodi- ty,” Mr. Duncan said earlier this week. “To take electricity for granted is a mistake in judg- ment, particularly in the context of the beginning of the 21st cen- tury and the information age and when so much depends on a reliable flow of electricity.” The blackout cost the Ontario economy an estimated $1 billion, but “we probably learned a bil- lion dollars worth of lessons. We are moving forward. I can tell you in the manufacturing sector, and others have told me, they’ve learned lessons about conserva- ✦See Better page 14 Tw o arrested in possible shooting PICKERING -– Two young men were in custody Thursday after- noon and Durham police were looking for a third suspect after a possible shooting in the Bay Ridges area. Sergeant Paul Malik, at press time, said details were sketchy. Around 12:30 p.m. on Aug. 12, he says a tractor-trailer driver called police saying three kids in a white Chrysler Neon had fired a gun at him on Sandy Beach Road near Willowside Court. The man, who was not injured, pulled over to the side of the road to wait for police. After receiving a description of the car, police spotted a car matching it nearby and arrested two suspects. They were investi- gating a possible third suspect in a residence on Krosno Boulevard near Liverpool Road at press time. The investigation was ongoing and no charges had been laid. At the Olympics Pickering athletes in Athens - Pages 25-29 P PAGE 2 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 13, 2004 www.durhamregion.com CANADIAN TIRE PICKERING ONLY 1735 Pickering Parkway (at Brock Road), Pickering • 905-686-2308 $749 Reg. $14.99 Premium 30” x 60” 100% cotton BEACH TOWEL Many more unadvertised specials available instore. Hurry in for best selection. Sorry, no rainchecks or substitutions. Sale ends Thursday, August 19, 2004 or while quantities last. Limit 1 item per coupon. Original coupon only. 76-1416-6 With this coupon only LEXUS SALES, LEASING, SERVICE, PRE-OWNED The Leadership Dealership Scarborough Lexus – Minutes from Anywhere www.scarboroughlexus.ca 1-866-621-0804 2000 Eglinton Ave, E. (Just east of Warden) Scarborough THE LEXUS GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY SALES EVENT SHOP EARLY FOR BEST SELECTION *Leases from Lexus Financial Services on approved credit for 2004 Lexus RX 330, 2004 ES 330, 2004 IS 300 and 2004 GX 470. Sample payment: RX 330 (R Package) - Interest rate 5.9% - Term: 48 months -MSRP $49,900 - Down payment or trade-in - $7,475.00. Lease payment $548/month - security deposit $0. Sample payment: ES 330 (E Package) - interest rate 3.9% - term 48 months - MSRP $43,800 - down payment or trade -in -$8500 - lease payment $448/month - security deposit $0. 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Models Shown may feature optional equipment. $548* per month No Security Deposit $448* per month No Security Deposit 3.9% Lease The 2004 RX 330 priced from $49,900* The 2004 IS 300 priced from $37,775*The 2004 ES 330 priced from $43,800* 2005 ES 330 NOW IN STOCK R ate $798* per month No Security Deposit The 2004 GX 470 priced from $66,800* $398* per month No Security Deposit 2.9% Lease Rate THE RELENTLESS PURSUIT OF PERFECTION. Candidates are off Pickering byelection has its first two contenders PICKE R ING –Just days into the campaign, a race is already under way for the Ward 2 city councillor seat. Nominations in the by- election opened Aug. 6 and by the end of the day there were two candi- dates. Terry James was first into the queue and Brian Evely was next to file nomination papers for the seat, left vacant by Wa rd 2 Regional Council- lor Bill McLean. Coun. McLean was ap- pointed to the Ward 2 re- g ional seat last month after it became vacant when Mark Holland was elected to the House of Commons. There is still plenty of time to file, with nomina- tions closing Friday, Sept. 24. The byelection is Monday, Nov. 8. Pickering library has the key to easy book checkout PICKERING –The Picker- ing Public Library now has a new way for resi- dents to access books, magazines and movies. The library offers an al- ternative to the tradition- al library card - the library key tag. The tags are miniature versions of li- brary cards that attach to key chains. Library clients can pur- chase a tag for $1 at any branch. Traditional library cards and library mem- berships are still available free of charge. For more information, call 905-831-6265 or 905- 686-0250 and press 0. Celia Klemenz/ News Advertiser photo Rocking their world PICKERING – Lucas Lovelock tries to avoid getting hit as Steven Oliver tries to catch a rock tossed by friend Luke Gartlan. The three boys were cooling off in Lake Ontario at Pickering’s Millennium Park because of the cleanness of the beach, they said. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 13, 2004 PAGE 3 A/P pickeringtowncentre.com In partnership w ith the United Way! Special thanks to our supporting merchants: Drakke from Whitby Lindsay from Ajax From 11:00 am to 7:00 pm. Age Groups Eligible: • up to 7 years • 8 to 12 years • 13 to 17 years From 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. Participants must have signed-up on Fri., Aug. 13th in order to audition. Registration at Centre Court Star Launch Auditions at Centre Court Star Launch Finals at Centre Court From 12:00 noon to 4:00 pm. Help support a disadvantaged student in your community. Drop off your school supply donation at one of our school buses located throughout the mall. For more details check out pickeringtowncentre.com Star Launch Celebrity Host Sat., Aug. 2lst & Sat., Sept. 4th Stephanie -“Suga Baybee” Wrong way on Hwy. 401 ends in death Car hits two others; woman dies at scene DURHAM –An elderly woman who had been re- ported missing earlier in the day died after driving her car the wrong way into oncoming traffic on Hwy. 401 early Wednesday. Whitby OPP said Mar- garet Jubenville, 83, of Chatham, was driving west in the eastbound lanes of the highway near Ritson Road just after midnight when she slammed into two vehi- cles, one of them a tractor trailer. Ms. Jubenville, a diabet- ic, had been reported missing to Chatham OPP Tuesday morning. Whitby OPP were re- sponding to a report of a vehicle travelling the wrong way on Hwy. 401 when they encountered the accident scene. Just after entering the east- bound lanes, Ms. Jubenville’s car slammed into a 1990 Mazda being driven by 19-year-old James Patrick McLaugh- lin of Bowmanville. A trac- tor trailer driven by Allan Morrissette, 32, of Clarenceville, Que., was also involved, police said. Ms. Jubenville died at the scene of the crash, while Mr. McLaughlin was hospitalized with non-life- threatening injuries. Mr. Morrissette was not hurt, police said. An investigation contin- ues. Whitby OPP are ask- ing anyone who may have witnessed the crash to call Constable Chris Waldron at 905-668-3388. A/P PAGE 4 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 13, 2004 www.durhamregion.com August 26 - 28, 2004 Visit our new branch for refreshments and a free gift† CIBC Hwy #2 & Glenanna Banking Centre 1895 Glenanna Rd. †While quantities last.*One $2,000 3-year CIBC Escalating Rate GIC (non-redeemable) is available to be won. Chance of winning depends on number of ballots submitted at the branch between July 26, 2004 and August 28, 2004, 2:00 p.m. (photocopied or other reproduced ballots will be rejected); eligible entrants may enter more than once. No purchase required. 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Join us housewarmingevent for our Drop off your completed ballot for your chance to win a $2,000 CIBC GIC * at our Grand Opening Ceremony August 28th at 1:00 p.m. Name (First) (Last) Apartment # Street City Province Postal Code Tel # (Day) Tel # (Evening) FINCH A V E HWY 2 HWY 4 0 1 BAYLY S T BROCK RDThe Hub Plaza Pickering Town HallPickering Town Hall Pickering Town CentrePickering Town Centre LIVVERPOOLLRDG L E N A N N A R D GL E N AN NA RD Loblaws LIVERPOOLRDPickering Town Centre Pickering Town HallThe Hub Plaza Loblaws Rally for the marsh Event benefits wetlands centre DURHAM –It’s important not to be clueless while participating in an up- coming bike rally to raise money for a new wetlands education centre. The Friends of the Second Marsh Bike Rally is a family event taking place Aug. 22. Participants solve clues to find their way around the course. The event is non-competitive, and prizes will be awarded to all, as well as in special categories such as best- decorated helmet and youngest and oldest participant. To enter the rally, adults pay $5 and are encouraged to collect pledges. Children can join the fun for free. Proceeds will fund construction of the Great Lakes Wetlands Centre. The rally begins at 8:30 a.m. in the General Motors of Canada headquar- ters parking lot, 1908 Colonel Sam Drive in Oshawa, and finishes there at 1:30 p.m. Riders can enjoy a scenic tour through Darlington Provincial Park and the OPG Green Corridor. Scheduled entertainment includes candy floss, face painting, break dancing and a crafts table. The Second Marsh Wildlife Area is a 123-hectare coastal wetland area lo- cated in southeast Oshawa, and is the largest remaining wetland in the Greater Toronto Area. 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When you see "POWER BUY" you will know we have found an exceptional deal to pass on to you. We may tell you the COMPARABLE VALUE on the price ticket and/or a sign, so you will see the price another retailer in Canada charges for the same or a comparable quality item. Quantities of our Power Buys are limited – no rainchecks. When we say “PRICE CUT”, we mean the existing everyday price is being lowered temporarily. See in store for details. Get up to 50% more Hbc Rewards points. Use both cards together on every purchase at the entire Hbc family of stores. $4999 women’s Tommy Hilfiger black boot leg jean Comparable value $88. $8886 4 Season white duck down duvet. Double to King. Comparable value $164.99-$299.99. Trustee Trustee In In Bankruptcy Bankruptcy Trustee Trustee In In Bankruptcy Bankruptcy Advice on Proposals, Bankruptcy & Alternatives “Lets find solutions together!” Over 20 Years Experience James R. Yanch OSHAWA 122 Albert St . 905-721-7506 AJAX 50 Commercial Ave. (By Appt. Only) 905-619-1473 Saturday & Evening Appt.’s Available FREE CONSULTATION CORRECTION NOTICE We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused our valued customers. Product: Pioneer 450-Watt Home Theatre System (sku# 10047236).The $100 savings advertised for this product on pg. 17 of our August 13th flyer is incorrect. No savings apply.The full retail price is $1499.99. Hindus can take part in important ceremony PICKERING – Hindus in Durham Region can celebrate Aadi Amava- sai close to home. The new Hindu Temple in Pick- ering is holding this Thatpanam ceremony Sunday, Aug. 15 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. The ceremony is one of three im- portant duties performed by Hin- dus for deceased parents to receive final emancipation. The temple is at 477-481 Kingston Rd. Girls’ club meets for fun Tuesdays DURHAM – The Youth Centre is of- fering teenage girls the chance to shed some of that summer stress. Each week, the centre holds Spa Tuesday, from 6 to 8 p.m. and it’s for teenage girls living in Ajax or Pickering. On Aug. 17 there’s a session by representatives from The Running Room. On Aug. 24, there’s the op- portunity to sample natural spa products. It’s free, but pre-registration is necessary and enrolment is limit- ed. For more information or to regis- ter, call The Youth Centre at 905- 428-1212 or visit the Web site at www.theyouthcentre.ca. Business as usual Blackout stories reveal little has changed since 2003’s power outage O ne of the cute stories that came out of the 1965 black- out of the eastern seaboard of the United States was the remarkable number of babies born nine months after the lights went out. With little else to do, some couples, well... you know. When we here at the 'News Advertiser' asked our readers for their very own blackout stories, we heard from several women who were at the other end of the birth cycle - they had to go through labour and give birth during the August 2003 blackout. Other than complaining about how they couldn't stand the heat, these proud mothers were delighted at how they were treated and more than thrilled with how it all turned out. All births are surely memorable, but having a blackout baby is just a little more so. We also heard stories of how people shared, how they talked and how they coped with a 24- to 36-hour loss of power. In truth, the blackout revealed to us all how fragile the power system we take for granted is. Most of us use power without giving it much thought. It's just always there - or so we thought. While the blackout was caused in the U.S. and not On- tario, we felt its effects here. And in the days following the return of power, we were all constantly reminded we needed to conserve. How many of us just kept on conserving? Few, to judge by most of the responses we received. The bottom line, as Energy Minister Dwight Duncan is fond of saying, is that the energy system is fragile. Refur- bishing the nuclear reactors in Pickering costs a fortune, war in the Middle East plays havoc with the price of oil, and the market goes up and down like a yo-yo. The best thing we can all do is very simple: turn off the lights, use the air-conditioner less, run the dishwasher and washing machine early in the morning and late at night dur- ing off-peak hours. Buy appliances that are energy-efficient, make sure your home is insulated... the list goes on. We must all do the little things to make a big difference. You can start right now. We all need power; what we don't need is to waste it. Maybe you should take that dinnertime call To the editor: Recently, precisely at dinnertime, I got a phone call from a young man who identified himself as Ryan. He politely asked if I might be Elaine Warburton. Since I am used to routinely dismiss- ing dinnertime callers with, "I am sorry, I have no money for new windows," or "No thank you, I'm afraid another daily paper might just be too much for my blue box to handle," I was preparing to do the same with Ryan. In fact, tonight I was feeling a tad more impatient and was considering a less gracious dismissal. To my shame, I discovered that Ryan was calling me from his cellphone, holding in his hand my wallet, along with a bag of personal belongings, which I had left, quite mind- lessly, at the beach, that afternoon. He lives just around the corner from me, and was asking if he might be able to drop it off at my home momentarily. I am writing this, first of all, as an ex- pression of my sincere gratitude to Ryan and his girlfriend who thoughtful- ly picked up my bag and returned it. I am also writing this as a reminder (though somewhat redundantly, since I have often read similar editorials) that goodness still exists in the hearts of so many, despite the headlines. And finally, I am writing this as a con- fessional, in the hope that my experi- ence might save another from humilia- tion. One just never knows who might be calling at dinnertime: Be nice! Elaine Warburton Pickering News Advertiser A Metroland Community Newspaper Tim Whittaker Publisher Joanne Burghardt Editor-in-Chief Tony Doyle Managing Editor Duncan Fletcher Director of Advertising Eddie Kolodziejcak Classified Advertising Abe Fakhourie Distribution Manager Lillian Hook Office Manager Cheryl Haines Janice O’Neil Composing Managers News/Sales 905-683-5110 Classifieds 905-683-0707 Distribution 905-683-5117 News Fax 905-683-0386 General Fax 905-683-7363 Death Notices 905-683-3005 E-mail tdoyle@ durhamregion.com Web address durhamregion.com Mailing Address 13 0 Commercial Ave., Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5 Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 1332791 The News Advertiser is one of the Metroland Printing, Publishing and Distribut- ing group of newspapers. The News Advertiser is a member of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Trade, Ontario Community News- paper Assoc., Canadian Community Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Circula- tions Audit Board and the Ontario Press Council. The publisher reserves the right to classify or refuse any ad- ver tisement. Credit for ad- ver tisement limited to space price error occupies. Editorial and Advertising content of the News Adver- tiser is copyrighted. Unau- thorized reproduction is prohibited. Letters Policy We w elcome letters that in- clude name, city of resi- dence and phone numbers for verification. Writers are generally limited to 200 words and one submission in 30 days. We decline an- nouncements, poetry, open letters, consumer com- plaints, congratulations and thank you notes. The editor reserves the right to edit copy for length, style and clarity. Opinions ex- pressed by letter writers are not necessarily those of the News Advertiser. Due to the volume of letters, not all will be printed. Fax: 905- 683-0386; e-mail: tdoyle@ durhamregion.com. The newspaper contacts only those whose submissions have been chosen for publi- cation. A/P PAGE 6 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 13, 2004 www.durhamregion.com No jealousy in Pickering's other star sprinter Y ou could say Anson Henry - Pickering's other Olympian in track and field -- lives under a big shadow. The shadow cast by fellow city resident and Olympic medal hopeful Perdita Felicien is big and growing bigger, and not just in Pickering either, but all over this country. So big in fact that her major sponsor has erected a bill- board near the corner of Brock and Bayly. That's OK with Henry. The 25-year-old has quietly, but surely, carved out a niche as one of Canada's brightest sprinting hopefuls. He was chosen to wear the red-and-white in Athens this month, expected to run the sec- ond leg for the men's 4-x-100- metre hurdles. Henry's comfortable with play- ing second fiddle in his home- town. Soft-spoken and thought- ful, he is glad to cede the spotlight to the two-time world hurdling champ. In fact, he's not the least bit envious. "I'm really proud of Perdita, I'm really proud of all she's accom- plished," said Henry in a recent interview and photo session at Pine Ridge Secondary School which, ironically, is Felicien's high school alma mater. He was a Dun- barton High grad. "I know my time will come. As far as living in her shadow, she's deserving of all the attention she's getting. She's come a long way." Their paths have been diver- gent as young adults, with Feli- cien going on to collegiate star- dom at the University of Illinois, and Henry attending Washington State University. There, despite some injuries in the early years, he recovered nicely to become a star with the Cougars within the Pacific 10 Conference. In fact, the two have known each other a long time. They're acquaintances who trace their ca- reers back to teenagers learning their craft with the Oshawa- based Durham X-Ls Track and Field Club. "We knew each other pretty well. We had a lot of fun and we talked frequently," says Henry. Their friendship has survived through distance and all the ups and downs of elite competition. "I'm always messing with Perdi- ta. I'm always clowning around with her and getting on her nerves I guess," he says. And, when all is said and done in Athens, they'll still be friends, Olympians and, if fortune shines on them, medal winners. Al Rivett's column appears every third Friday. E-mail ariv- ett@durhamregion.com. Running strong outside the spotlight Editorials &Opinions FRIDAY, AUGUST 13, 2004 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ DAVID STELL, NEWS EDITOR, 905-683-5110 EXT. 249 Editorial Letters to the Editor Al Rivett s t a f f e d i t o r www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 13, 2004 PAGE 7 A/P */† Leasing/financing plans from Toyota Financial Services. O.A.C. Offers valid on 2004 Camry/Highlander/RAV4/4Runner/Sienna. License, registration fees, insurance and taxes extra. MSRP of $24,800/$36,900/$26,400/$45,345/$30,000. 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You can flip for this Ontario Regiment fund-raiser www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 13, 2004 PAGE 11 A/P Please Recycle This Newspaper A/P PAGE 12 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 13, 2004 www.durhamregion.com ...What have we learned?...Where are we going?...Are you ready just in case?... Powerless One year later Declining confidence in energy sources revealed in poll By Shelley Jordan Staff Writer DURHAM –As the Aug. 14 an- niversary of a massive power outage that left much of Ontario and the eastern United States in the dark approaches, a new Ipsos-Reid survey has been re- leased indicating a decline in public confidence toward energy supplies. The survey of adult Canadians and Ontarians released Aug. 3, found only 43 per cent of Ontari- ans believe there is sufficient supply of electricity to meet cur- rent and future needs. When surveyed on their confi- dence in the security of energy supplies, the national poll showed a 12-point decrease, from 71 per cent in April 2002, to 59 per cent today. Regarding concerns about fu- ture electricity shortfalls, 61 per cent of Ontarians and 56 per cent of Canadians nationwide said they believe a mix of elec- tricity sources should be part of Canada's future. Nuclear energy was well-sup- ported, with 88 per cent of On- tarians and 75 per cent of Cana- dians believing nuclear should be part of energy sources. With that in mind, 67 per cent of On- tarians and 57 per cent of na- tionwide respondents supported upgrading and modernizing Canada's nuclear facilities. Having reviewed the Ipsos- Reid survey, Jacquie McInnes, media relations spokeswoman for Ontario Power Generation, emphasized the cause of the Au- gust 2003 blackout did not origi- nate with Ontario Power Gener- ation, or with a lack of supply to the province but rather equip- ment problems in the United States. "Understandably, (this) seems to have raised awareness of elec- tricity supply as a potential issue for Ontarians," she said. Ms. McInnes said it's impor- tant to have a mix of energies and the right amount of supply to meet varying demand during peak and non-peak time periods. She said OPG has been working to ensure the stability of energy production in Ontario. "OPG recently announced we will be adding to that mix with three new projects: our new tun- nel at Beck hydroelectric plant in Niagara Falls, the restart of Unit One in Pickering and the Portlands natural gas project in Toronto." Other recent additions include the natural gas project at Brighton Beach in Windsor and the restart of Unit 4 at Pickering A, said Ms. McInnes. "Pickering A brought enough electricity to supply 350,000 households," she said. "When Unit 1 starts back up in the fall of 2005, it will add that same amount to the grid again." Peter Gregg, vice-president of corporate communications for Hydro One, said he couldn't comment on public concerns of supply problems because he said Hydro One delivers energy, they do not create it. However, he noted they are pleased with the results of a recent joint task force charged with finding the cause of the blackout and searching for ways to avoid a similar situation. "We participated quite heavily up here," he said. "All utilities need to be standardized and many of the recommendations included in the report were prac- tices already in place with Hydro One." Keeping branches and trees away from power lines, invest- ment in maintenance of equip- ment as well as investment in new practices were included in the report, he said. "I think there is still some con- fusion that we may have caused it (blackout) because Ontario was without power," said Mr. Gregg. "It was caused by a bunch of mistakes, such as alarms not going off that should have. The blackout was not caused in On- tario." The Ipsos-Reid survey was conducted on behalf of the Canadian Nuclear Association in 2004 from May 13 to 21 and in- cluded 2,207 Canadians and 800 Ontarians. The second half was conducted from June 1 to 3, in- cluding 1,000 Canadians and 379 Ontarians. The survey can be lo- cated at www.ipsos.ca. The Final Report of the Cana- da-U.S. Power System Outage Task Force can be found at the Natural Resources Canada, The Newsroom Web site www.nrcan.gc.ca/media/newsre- leases/2004/200414_e.htm. Police recognize all Durham residents By Carly Foster Staff Writer DURHAM –The police were so thrilled by how Durham residents behaved on Aug. 14, 2003 that every single person recently re- ceived a citizen award. The Durham Regional Police presented the award to residents "for their calm behaviour and co- operation," said Deputy Chief Chuck Mercier at a ceremony at reg ional headquarters in Whitby at the end of May. "I once said jokingly that we should turn off the lights once in a while because people behaved better than they do on a normal day," said Chief Kevin McAlpine in a recent interview. "We immedi- ately began to see people helping each other. "Our guys were really over- whelmed by people bringing them water, cans of pop." Residents even jumped in at some intersections and began di- recting traffic, Chief McAlpine said. There was one dispute at a gas station, but other than that, people were great. Crime that one would expect during a large-scale emergency such as looting and assault re- mained at a low, the chief said. "There were issues in other mu- nicipalities where particular crimes spiked...but ours were ei- ther flat or down," he said. "People behaved themselves and that's just a credit to our community." Several businesses in Oshawa and one in Sunderland also re- ceived citizen awards for provid- ing diesel and equipment to po- lice, retirement homes and hospi- tals. The award to Durham resi- dents was accepted by Regional Chairman Roger Anderson. We’re down on power Blackout behaviour applauded The News Advertiser asked readers to send in their recol- lections of where they were when the lights went out. Here’s what we received. Rouge Valley Ajax stored meds I think we did store some pa- tient's meds, but we also stored drugs for the MDs offices and we used the fridge down in the pharmacy. We had one person come into ER as they had a CPAP ma- chine they use at night, so they came into ER to sleep. It was hot, and we still had some air conditioning... some did come in to cool down. I be- lieve some actually came into our cafeteria for food. What I remember most was driving home at 11:30 at night, and Ajax was like cottage coun- try... no lights anywhere, and it was pitch black outside. Also, having to go to Home Depot to try to find lights for the nurses' stations. Home Depot was the only store open, as they had a generator. And the Y-2K supplies actual- ly came in handy! Sevi Cesta, Clinical practice leader Intensive care units Rouge Valley Health System Wedding went on, regardless My husband, Scott, and I were preparing for our wedding on Saturday, Aug. 16, when the lights went out. My mom was having a mani- cure at the Pickering Town Cen- tre at that time. We thought something happened at the Pickering Nuclear Centre at first. Scott and I stayed at my par- ents, in their trailer, parked on the driveway. All our helpful camping equipment was in our garage, which could only be opened electronically. Scott and I had to drive all the way downtown, in the dark and with no traffic lights, to pick up our wedding cake. My husband never got his wedding ring for the wedding because the Pickering Town Centre was closed; we used a ring I had given him previously. Fo rtunately, the power was back on by Saturday and we had a beautiful wedding day. And now all our camping equip- ment is stored in the basement, just in case. Jennifer Davidson Pickering On the second day of the blackout, Jamie Armes and Mel Downing were among the many who stocked up. News Advertiser file photos A Durham Regional Police officer directs traffic at Harwood Avenue and Hwy. 2. By Carly Foster Staff Writer DURHAM –When our world was flooded in darkness last Aug. 14, the Region learned some valuable lessons: gas and communications were paramount. In a report handed down in April, the Region outlined what went very well and what could have gone a lot better when power was knocked out across southern Ontario and the northeastern U.S. for more than 24 hours. The blackout was a real test of Durham's substantial emergency plans, in place mostly to deal with potential problems at the two nu- clear plants. "The response to Blackout 2003 was a success and staff involved are to be congratulated for their efforts and dedication," the report said. "However, we must not be- come complacent. The loss of power could have gone on for days or weeks and there are many processes identified for improve- ment." Some of those areas included: Providing fuel: while regional headquarters in Whitby, hospitals and Region-run homes for the aged never ran out, there was still confusion in finding after-hours suppliers and tanker trucks; Back up power: some regional departments such as health and social services and finance, plus some privately-run homes for the aged did not have generators. Communication: there was diffi- culty contacting emergency staff due to out-of-date phone lists, cellphone failures, overloaded phone lines and computer server failures; Lack of information from the Province: regional staff were get- ting more information from tele- vised press conferences and elec- tricity Web sites than from provincial officials; The report also highlighted areas that went very well: Good services: clean water was kept flowing to every Durham res- ident, and sewage treatment plants never failed; No illness or hysteria: there were no outbreaks of food-borne illness, and residents remained calm. There was no major crime or illness. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 13, 2004 PAGE 13 A/P ...What have we learned?...Where are we going?...Are you ready just in case?... Powerless One year later Planning ahead can prevent problems in a power outage By Danielle Milley Staff Writer DURHAM –Beans, batteries and blankets. These are just a few of the items people should have on hand if (or when) the lights go out again. Chris Merlin, co-ordinator of the Durham branch of the Cana- dian Red Cross, said there are many items people need to con- sider in thinking ahead. "They should have bottled drinking water and they should have a supply of canned food - fruits, vegetables, meats and beans," she said. "Obviously if they're going to have those they should have a can opener on hand and not an electric one." The Red Cross recommends people have a three-day supply of water and adults need four litres per day. Other food items to have around during a blackout are honey and peanut butter. "Something that they can pro- vide a nutritious meal for their family," Ms. Merlin said. Another must during a power outage is a source of light, so peo- ple should make sure to have a flashlight that is easy to locate in the dark and extra batteries with it. A battery-operated radio is also important. "Last year (during the black- out) we found a lot of people did- n't know what the problem was because they didn't have one of those," Ms. Merlin said. Having a supply of food, water and a flashlight seems like obvi- ous advice, but something people might not think about is having enough medication. Ms. Merlin said a three-day sup- ply of any prescription should be available and people should also remember to be stocked up on baby supplies if they have a child. "Basically if they have food, water and light they'll be able to survive a few days," she said. Much of those tips are geared towards warm weather blackouts, while a power outage in cold weather requires a few extra sup- plies. "Summer is a lot easier than winter," Ms. Merlin said. "In winter you need to start looking at hav- ing a heat source. "Unless they have a fireplace, they're not going to be able to keep their family warm." During the winter people should be prepared to seek a safe, warm shelter if the outage is pro- longed. Candles are not recommended for light or heat during any time of the year because of the risk of fire. If candles are absolutely neces- sary, make sure to secure them in a deep, fire-proof holder and never leave them unattended. Last year's blackout proved people need to be prepared for the unexpected but those lessons quickly fade. "For a while people were more prepared, but over time it is some- thing that people let go... It's not something that people keep up," Ms. Merlin said. Being prepared is a good way to remain composed. "The best way to stay calm is to be prepared," Ms. Merlin said. "If you've planned ahead and are aware of the dangers you know how to react to it. Here are some other handy tips to keep in mind during a power outage. • Make sure you have a corded phone as a cordless one won't work if there is no power. • Have games or activities on hand for children and adults as the TV and computer won't work. • Keep some cash around the house as bank machines don't work during a blackout. Region could have done better in blackout: report Be prepared for the unexpected Plenty of time with children During the blackout, we were at home. First, we thought it could be a minor electrical prob- lem, but when we came to know that it was a blackout, everyone got scared. The 9/11 incident was still fresh in our minds. We didn't have enough can- dles, a flash light and matches. The lighter we bought from the store was the last one. Luckily, we had enough gas in the car. So, it was not a problem to go to work. We also had a gas stove, so cooking was not a problem. We invited our neighbours to come and cook, but the difficulty was keeping food items cool be- cause the refrigerator was off. However, we got plenty of time to sit together with the kids as they did not have TV. Our family back home was very worried about us. It was really a new, but not a bad experience in Canada. For the future we have arranged some stuff so at least there would be enough light in our home. We hope that it won't happen again for a long time. Robina Kaukab Pickering Blackout baby a celebration The blackout was an especially memorable event for my family and I, as I was nine months preg- nant and due on Aug. 17, 2003. About 2 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 14 I started having slight pain in my stomach, but thought nothing of it, as I had just taken a long walk the day before. Right when the power went out (just after 4 p.m.), I realized that I was in labour, because the pain was not subsiding and con- tractions were 8 minutes apart. It was extremely uncomfort- able, because my air-conditioner went off, and the heat was un- bearable. My mom bought me an air-conditioner last year so I wouldn't be overly uncomfort- able because of the heat and being pregnant. I tried reaching my boyfriend at work, and re- ceived no answer. As soon as he got home (around 5:30 p.m.) we went to the Ajax-Pickering hospital. Because the traffic lights were out, it took us quite a while to get there from Port Whitby, about half an hour. There were backup generators at the hospital, there was still no air-conditioning and we were not allowed to use any hot water for the jet baths. It was soooo hot. I couldn't feel the heat after an epidural though. At 12:29 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 15 , our beautiful little angel, Mad- dison Patricia Violet Trumbley- Pope was born. Little Maddi is going to be celebrating her first birthday on Sunday. Pam Trumbley News Advertiser file photos This gas station at Liverpool Road and Hwy. 2 was lined up out to the street with customers looking to fill up on the second day of the blackout. Neighbours at an apartment complex at Harwood Avenue and Bayly Street, in Ajax, chose to spend the early evening of Aug. 14 outside together. tion that are earning them mil- lions of dollars a month,” Mr. Duncan said. “I’m kind of a tank is half-full kind of guy and in spite of the costs and the challenges, we’re better prepared to deal with that kind of crisis in the future, and hopefully because of what we’ve learned and what we’ve imple- mented, we can avoid the proba- bility or possibility of that kind of event happening again in the future. “We learned we imported the blackout from Ohio. It didn’t originate here. We learned, I g uess, we’re very vulnerable to an American system that does- n’t have mandatory reliability standards on their grid.” There’s a bill before the U.S. Congress that calls for reliability standards, but he doubts that will pass. The Province also learned there wasn’t sufficient backup generation capability with nu- clear reactors. “They need a certain amount of backup generation to start nuclear plants. That’s why On- tario was slow to come back on- line entirely. We’ve addressed that problem,” he said. Ontario Power Generation spokesman John Earl agrees the nuclear stations were slow com- ing back online. “Nuclear reactors aren’t race horses, they’re work horses. That’s why we didn’t race and get them back online. It was con- trolled, safe and reliable.” Hydroelectric generation came back “immediately”, while fossil units, such as coal and gas- burning plants, were back “fairly immediately,” Mr. Earl stat- ed. “We con- tinue to look at ways to continue to improve the operations of our units, in- cluding hydro, fossil and nuclear.” The company needs to “im- prove standby generation,” adding the secondary genera- tion acts independently to en- sure nuclear units continue to operate. “OPG looked at our (electrici- ty-producing) units and how they operated and how they re- turned to service,” Mr. Earl noted. Communication between the different provincial agencies, municipalities and emergency service providers “wasn’t the best during the blackout and we’ve made some adjustments there,” Mr. Duncan said. There were other “positives” to come out of the incident. “The people of this province can work together and can sur- vive a crisis of that nature with- out the loss of life, without loot- ing and (what) some of the more pessimistic of us would have pre- dicted in advance of that kind of event.” OPG aided the commissions set up following the blackout that investigated the causes. “We provided a lot of informa- tion to the review undertakings. We didn’t sit on them but we provided background informa- tion for those reports,” Mr. Earl said. “A number of lessons were learned and we continue to learn.” OPG worked with the trans- mission regulators to ensure that power came back in as “controlled manner as the sys- tem could take them.” The idea was to “build the sys- tem” back up, Mr. Earl stated. “We didn’t want over-surging or under-surging. The (Indepen- dent Electricity Market Opera- tor) was accountable for taking the power as the system was ready to accept it. “We were able, in a reasonable order, to bring the system back so we didn’t rejeopardize the system,” he noted. ...What have we learned?...Where are we going?...Are you ready just in case?... A/P PAGE 14 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 13, 2004 www.durhamregion.com CORRECTION NOTICE To our valued customers. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by an error in our July 30th-August 5th flyer. Product: Adobe Photoshop CS UPGRADE (sku# 10036305).The product advertised on pg. 20 of our July 30th flyer for $249.99 is the upgrade version only. The full version of this product is available for $869.99 (10036304). DIANE COUTURE 78 Albert St @ corner of Bruce (905) 725-2790 Advice on proposals bankruptcy and alternatives. Helping the people of Oshawa since 1986. Book your appointment today... Ease your mind tomorrow. 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SUITE 205 TORONTO, ON M1B 3W3 SCARBOROUGH LOCATION GROUP DISCOUNT 3 OR MORE PEOPLE Book NOWLIMITED Space Visit runs from Aug. 14 to 24 By Lesley Bovie Staff Writer DURHAM –If you can’t get to Italy, this may be your best ever chance to see up close a replica of the burial cloth thought to have once enveloped Christ. A full-size copy of the Holy Shroud of Turin makes a 10-day stop in Oshawa Aug. 14 to 24 at St. Mary of the People Parish. The free non-denominational exhibit includes photographs, historical and archeological findings as well as forensic and scientific research. It has been drawing crowds of 1,000 people each day at its three different stops in Toronto. Father Paul Casullo is bracing for several hundred to visit the exhibit when it reaches St. Mary of the People Parish, 570 Marion Ave., off Stevenson Road. “I think everybody is hungry for the supernatural and the spiritual,” he said. “They’re up to their ears in materialism and are beginning to realize no mat- ter how much you have, you are never satisfied.” The shroud offers contact with the “reality of the supernat- ural,” Father Casullo added. Currently kept in Italy’s Turin Cathedral, the roughly 14-by-3 foot cloth has survived for 2,000 years and is thought to have been the burial sheet in which Jesus was wrapped after his de- scent from the cross. According to the Gospel, Joseph of Arimathea laid Christ’s body in the sepulchre after wrapping it in a sodara or shroud. While some have questioned its authenticity, Father Casullo counts himself a “devotee of the Shroud.” He once saw the actual shroud at an exhibit in Turin, Italy in 1978. “I waited for four hours in line to stand 30 seconds in front of it,” said Father Casullo, adding he was able to study it more in detail later through a pair of binoculars. He points to years of meticu- lous scientific research, which he said overwhelmingly sug- gests the man who was wrapped in the shroud was crucified in exactly the same way as de- scribed of Christ’s crucifixion in the Bible. “It’s verbatim - right to the last detail,” he said. Scientists have identified evi- dence of more than 160 wounds from a weighted whip, a large wound in the side of the chest from the thrust of a spear and streams of blood in the hair and on the brow from a crown of thorns, a unique torture meant to mock Christ. At least six pieces of pollen were also discovered embedded in the linen found only in Jerusalem at the time of Christ. Three-dimensional editing of the image also shows two small coins were placed over the man’s eyes. Both were minted between 29 and 33 A.D., the time of Pon- tius Pilate. Asked about his own fascina- tion of the shroud, Father Casul- lo said it’s simple. “That is of Christ. It also shows me on His body, His great love for us, by what He under- went for us,” he explained. The exhibit takes place from noon to 8 p.m. on weekdays and from noon to 5 p.m. on week- ends before moving on to St. Catharines. For more information, contact the church at 905-728-2212. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 13, 2004 PAGE 15 A/P CORRECTION NOTICE To our valued customers. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by an error in our August 6th-12th flyer. 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Splash some colour onto the walls to create a room with attitude. Start by deciding how you use the room and how you want it to make you feel. Look through magazines and note how the photographs make you feel. If you find one with the impression you want for your room, analyze the colours. Reds and oranges are vibrant. Blues are cool and refreshing. N eutral and pale colours are serene. Traditionally it has been thought that light colours make a room appear larger and dark colours make a room appear smaller. However, today some designers ascribe to the notion that dark colours actually appear to recede, making the room look larger. You may want to experiment with light and dark colours to form your own opinion. A nother method of selecting a colour is to draw the colors from a favorite piece of fabric or painting. If possible, take the item with you to the paint store when selecting samples. The way a colour chip looks at the paint store may be entirely different than the way it looks in your home. For example, I once selected a lovely coral colour for my dining room. I was so excited at what I was about to create that I went straight home and painted the entire room in what turned out to be bubble gum pink. Yuck! You may have experienced a similar scenario. Don’t be influenced by the paint names-they can alter your impression of the actual colour. Pick 10 to 20 paint samples to take home. Yo u’ll narrow these down later. Hang a few at a time on different walls in the room and notice how the shades change at different times of the day. Right away you’ll spot those you don’t like. Switch the remaining paint samples to different walls and notice how they look different than the way they did on the first wall. That’s because light is reflected at different angles throughout a room, sometimes to the extent that you can’t recognize the colour. The idea of selecting a paint colour may sound easy, but you really should live with it for a few days before making a final selection. Glazing and faux-finishes are all the rage now. If glazing is new to you, give it a try. It is a little more work-after all you’ll be applying at least two coats, but layering paint will give the wall depth and dimension. If you’ve chosen your colours well you’ll be pleased with the extra effort involved. If it’s not what you had in mind, don’t panic. Just paint over it. That’s what’s so perfect about remodeling with paint; it’s inexpensive and mistakes are easily corrected. Don’t be afraid to paint a worn piece of furniture. Transform your home with colour Story continued on next page PICOV FURNITURE C.C.LTD. 1080 Brock Rd. Unit 8. Pick. 831-6040 RECOVER YOUR SOFA $48900 fabric included Ask about our In-Home Service BAYLY 401 HWY 2 BROCK RD. Why spend all weekend shopping for that certain piece of furniture. 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You can even use a leftover piece of lumber that you may have tucked away in your basement or garage. It’s a good idea to practice different techniques, including stenciling or sponging, until you feel comfortable enough to proceed. One of the newest ideas for painting furniture involves spray painting lace. Use the lace as a stencil, lifting the corners to check the pattern and re-spraying if necessary. It can give a worn, old cabinet a delicate new look. Mother Nature provides ample design inspirations. Foliage and florals are traditional favorites, but don’t stop there. Consider animals. If your kitchen has a collection of mismatched wooden chairs, try painting all the seats in the leopard pattern. It will unify the chairs and surprise guests. Swans are elegant and gaining in popularity. Insects such as butterflies, ladybugs and dragonflies can brighten a child’s room. Mystical fairies are a big hit, too. Outline the figures with a black permanent marker to make them really pop. If you can’t find a stencil of the object you like, consider making one or cutting a simple pattern from cardboard. Use your favorite flower to embellish a table or stool. Maybe you have an artsy neighbor or coworker you could persuade to hand-paint a piece for you. Children love murals painted on their walls. Whether you paint it yourself or hire someone, get input from the kids. Ask them to name their favorite colours and figures. A friend of mine hired a professional muralist to paint a rainforest in her boys’ room. It was an expensive project, but beautiful when finished. I painted a life-sized comical knight, dragon and peasant soldier in my son’s room by first drawing the figures on paper, then projecting them onto the wall with an overhead projector I purchased at a school sale for one dollar. It took some time but didn’t break my pocketbook, and my son thinks they are so special he shows them off to everyone who walks in the house. Remember to consider the ceiling and floor when changing the colour scheme in a room. The ceiling and floor are two-sixths of the room’s surfaces and shouldn’t be ignored. Although often overlooked, a ceiling can really tie the elements of a room together. Select a complementary colour to the walls or use the same colour at half strength with a pearl glaze over the top. If you can’t afford or don’t want to change your carpeting (it might be in perfectly good condition and you’re just tired of it), find an area rug that will reflect or complement the colour you’ve chosen for the walls and ceiling. Notice how just laying the rug in place changes the atmosphere in the room. For a wooden floor, you may want to try your hand at painting a floor cloth. Like the walls, if the result is unsatisfactory, paint over it. Colour is a very personal element in design. What you see as the perfect choice may not be seen the same way through someone else’s eyes. 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Call for more information. In popular area of Ajax. Large 3 bedroom home complete with appliances. Don't miss this opportunity to enjoy the quality and design that John Boddy is famous for. For details and your own private viewing call James right away!! OPEN HOUSE SAT. & SUN., AUG. 14 & 15, 2-4 P.M. 2053 AUDLEY ROAD AJAX - $ OPEN HOUSE SAT. & SUN., AUG. 14 & 15, 2-4 P.M. 14 HORNE AVENUE AJAX - $ JAMES DEAN* 905-427-1345 PEOPLES CHOICE Realty Inc., OPEN HOUSE 1MCKIE CRT., AJAX FABULOUS 4 BDRM ON PREMIUM LOT 16’x32’ inground pool, neutral decor, shows like a model! Beautiful landscaping &neighbourhood. Steps to park and country like setting. Minutes to 401 & 407 access. Fridge, stove, built-in dishwasher, dryer,all window coverings, all electric light fixtures, pool equipment. Hot water tank is a rental, gas burner & equipment, C.A.C. Movitated vendors!! Bring your offer! ROB LEBSKIN* 416-854- 1086 NEW WORLD 2000 REALTY INC. OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY AUG. 15, 2-4 P.M. 38 DAVEY, AJAX Live and dream down by the lake. Main floor boasts of ceramic and hardwood floors. No squeaks in this house. Great neighbourhood to live and play. Close to parks and Lake Ford. For more information please call Debbie Dixon or Bill Papizzo 905-428-7677 Prudential Achievers Realty. DEBBIE DIXON* 905- 428-7677 Achievers Realty Ltd. BILL PAPIZZO* 905- 428-7677 ELVIRA LAROQUE* 905 683-2100 PERCY FULTON REALTY LTD. OPEN HOUSE SUN. AUG. 15, 1 - 3 PM 1145 CANBOROUGH DRIVE, AJAX $23 9, 9 0 0 Beautifully updated and upgraded Glendale family-sized home features renovated Kitchen and Baths, new rear deck and interlock patio, new windows. Natural gas heating & central air. Three Bedrooms, two baths. Professionally finished Recreation Room and Office in basement. Shows very well, must be seen to be believed. LESLIE A. PRENTICE* 416 286-3993 Rouge River Realty Ltd. SUN., AUG 15, 2-4 P.M. 1545 WOODRUFF CRES., PICKERING DEMAND AMBERLEA NEIGHBOURHOOD This beautifully layered out 3 bdrm. home has ample space for a large family, its quiet crescent location make it child safe, the extensive size kitchen has sitting area which is currently used as a mn. flr. family room, come take a look, you won’t be disappointed that you did! $25 9, 9 0 0 www.leslieprentice.com WILL ORLANDO* 416 289-3333 REALTRON Realty Ltd. SATURDAY & SUNDAY 258 WATERFORD GATE OPEN HOUSE THIS WEEKEND, PLEASE CALL FOR TIMES An amazing bright 2 storey 4 bdrm. home w/mn. flr. den. fabulous custom gourmet kit. with granite counters, backsplash and imported ceramics, outstanding decor! Hardwood floors, crown moulding the list goes on ... walk to Rouge Valley Parks and schools, this home is a 10+. Shows like new model home. 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Don Anderson, Mincom Durham Realty (1995) Ltd. 905-404-8200.DURHAM MEMBER BROKER Realty (1995) Ltd.$184,900A/P PAGE 20 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 13, 2004 www.durhamregion.com Contact over 30 services at one number (905-428-5733) Air Conditioning & Heating Classic Air Systems Steve Neilly 905-509-8888 Advertising & Graphic Design Hothouse Communications Group Jeff Gunn R.G.D. 905-426-7036 Air Duct Cleaning Cassidy's Air Duct Cleaning Gerry Cassidy 905-426-9905 Blind Cleaning, Sales & Repairs Rise 'N' Shine Blind Cleaners Doug Wentzel 905 428-7729 Bookkeeping Shoebox Bookkeeping Co. Lynda Tester 905-426-1934 Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Durham Clean Aqua-Dry Rick Chetwynd 905-428-5745 Chimney Service Rundle´s Chimney Service Bill Rundle 905-619-9430 Chiropractor Ajax Family Chiropractic Dr. Michael D. Gauthier 905-426-4116 Chocolates & Cakes That Chocolate Shoppe On Maple Margaret Campbell 905-427-7366 Collection Agency Accel Receivable Management Inc. 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If you have comments or opinions and wish to bring them to the attention of the Ministry of Health and Long- Term Care, you may submit them by September 13, 2004 to: Director under the Nursing Homes Act Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care Long-Term Care Facilities Branch c/o 5700 Yonge Street, 4th Floor North York, Ontario M2M 4K5 Phone: 416-327-7345 Fax: 416-326-3142 Please include the name of the nursing home and quote Project #033-05 on all written submissions. The Director will consider all submissions before making a final decision. R OB H OUSTON D ICK S HINN J OE N IRO G REG C RUMP W AYNE S IBERRY J OHN W AKALUK + Plus taxes, lic. & admin. fee. 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They left after about half an hour. Police say noth- ing was stolen during the home in- vasion. The youth sustained minor in- juries during the ordeal. Police say his sister, who was upstairs during the invasion, set him free. The suspects were not known to the family, police said. They are described as black men, aged 18 to 24. One had a gun, police said Police say they may have left the scene of the robbery in a black Ford pick-up. A/P PAGE 22 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 13, 2004 www.durhamregion.com Register for your “Pay Days” numbered keychain beginning Monday August 9th at 9:00 AM, and get in the game. Every day between August 16th and September 30th, a new “Pay Days” number is posted at the Rapid Rewards Players Club. If your number is displayed the day you visit, from 9:00 AM till 9:00 PM, you could win $5,000. Our cash prize will increase $100 each day until the prize is won. 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The group deals with addictions of all types, in- cluding co-dependency. A child-care program is available. All are wel- come. Call Jim evenings at 905-428- 9431. SATURDAY, AUG. 14 DANCE: The Ajax-Pickering One Par- ent Families Association will hold a dance at the Pickering Recreation Centre on Valley Farm Rd., in Picker- ing at 8 p.m. Dress Code in effect. All are welcome. Tickets are $11 for members and $13 for non-members at the door. Call Sandra at 905-666- 9262 or visit www.opfa.net. MARSH UPDATE: Learn about the progress of the Cranberry Marsh re- generation project with the Pickering Naturalists. Bring your binoculars and meet at the south platform off Halls Road in Whitby (just east of Lakeridge Road) at 3 p.m. For more information contact Rayfield Pye at 905-436-7998. CAR WASH: The charity event is being held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Whitby Toyota, 1025 Dundas St. W., Whitby. Proceeds help the Durham West Girls’ Hockey Association. Call 905-686-2228. MONDAY, AUG. 16 ANNUAL MEETING: The Women’s Multicultural Resource and Coun- selling Centre of Durham holds its annual general meeting at 6:30 p.m. It is in the auditorium at the main branch of the Pickering Public Li- brary. The library is at 1 The Es- planade. Help celebrate WRAC’s suc- cesses and learn more about its vi- sion for the future. RSVP to 905-427- 7849. CARPET BOWLING: The Ajax Senior’s Friendship Club holds carpet bowling for seniors every Monday and Thurs- day at 9:30 a.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. Beginners welcome. Call Fred or Minnie at 905-686-3152. TUESDAY, AUG. 17 BREAKFAST NETWORKING: The Ajax- Pickering Board of Trade’s breakfast networking session is back by popu- lar demand. The comfortable setting allows business people to introduce themselves and their businesses. It starts with registration and break- fast at 7:30 a.m. at the Cuzina Food Company, 75 Bayly St. Unit 7 (Bay- wood Plaza) in Ajax. Call 905-686- 0883. BID EUCHRE: The Ajax Seniors Friendship Club plays every Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the St. Andrew’s Commu- nity Centre, 46 Exeter Dr., Ajax. Call Lois at 905-686-8040. WEDNESDAY, AUG. 18 YOGA: Sahaja Yoga free meditation classes are held Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at 1555 Finch Ave., Unit 76. Call 905-420-7252 or visit www.sahajayo- ga.ca. TOASTMASTERS CLUB: The Ajax/Pickering Toastmaster club in- vites anyone interested in improving and developing quick thinking skills, communication skills, self-confidence and improve on prepared speeches. The meeting is 7:15 to 9:30 p.m. in the Ontario Pickering Generation Plant, Nuclear Power Information Centre. Call Renata at 905-426-9786 or Di- anne at 905-426-1712. CARDS: The Ajax Senior’s Friendship Club holds whist and bridge sessions for seniors every Wednesday during August at 1:15 p.m. at the St. An- drew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. Beginners welcome. For whist information, call 905-427-8785 (Eleanor). For bridge, call 905-683- 9696 (Jack). POOL ACTIVITIES: The City of Picker- ing is hosting Olympic-sized fun at the indoor pool at Dunbarton High School. Everyone is invited to come out from 2 to 4 p.m. and participate in races, relays and diving for the chance to win prizes. The school is at 655 Sheppard Ave. THURSDAY, AUG. 19 OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS: The 12- step program’s members meet every Thursday at LaStorta, at the north end of Liverpool Road. The meetings start at 7:30 p.m. and are in the basement or library. Call Lorraine during the day at 905-619-1419 or Mary in the evenings at 905-428- 8660. BID EUCHRE: The Ajax Seniors Friendship Club plays Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. at the St. Andrew’s Com- munity Centre, 46 Exeter Dr., Ajax. Call Peter at 905-683-8023. CARPET BOWLING: The Ajax Senior’s Friendship Club holds carpet bowling for seniors every Monday and Thurs- day during August at 9:30 a.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. Beginners welcome. 905-686-3152 (Fred or Minnie). FRIDAY, AUG. 20 ASTRONOMY NIGHT: Check out the starry skies above Ajax from 9-10 p.m. with the Pickering Naturalists (on Saturday night if it’s cloudy). Meet at the parking lot on the south side of Lake Driveway in Ajax (oppo- site Love Crescent). For more infor- mation call Frank at 905-420-4236. BINGO: The Ajax Senior’s Friendship Club holds bingo sessions for seniors every Wednesday during August at 1 p.m. and Friday at 7:30 p.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. Beginners welcome. Call Mary at 905-427-9000 (Wednes- day) or Tom 905-683-6365 (Friday). Billboard AUGUST 13, 2004 Sales of Lora have taken off By Shelley Jordan Staff Writer DURHAM –A campaign started by Epilepsy Durham Region just might go nationwide. Executive director Dianne McKenzie said the new cam- paign was added to its annual Gladioli Flower Day sales, (wrapping up now) to intro- duce the public to Lora the lavender labrador, a stuffed toy dog with lavender fur. Each pooch costs $15 and comes with a special message about epilep- sy. The fur is the official colour of the Epilepsy Foundation of America. “We don’t receive ongoing government funding or money from the United Way, and re- searchers often look to us for help with funding,” said Ms. McKenzie. “But we are barely able to raise enough money to keep our doors open. Lora has the poten- tial to change that.” Proceeds from the sale of Lora will go toward supporting community health, public ser- vice, education and awareness programs, and Ms. McKenzie said money raised locally would stay in Durham Region. Lora was just a concept until a manufacturer donated the prototype and a private donor stepped forward with a loan of $825 to order 600 of the cuddly toys. “The dog was such a success, the loan was paid back in three months.” Positive results created a stir among other chapters and Ms. McKenzie said the foundation is considering nationwide sales. Bringing Lora to fruition has only increased Ms. McKenzie’s belief that help is everywhere if you look for it. She pointed to recent community efforts such as fundraising events put on by the Oshawa Generals, and the Oshawa Kicks 5 km run, 2 km walk that raised over $4,200 as examples. “But we still need help,” she said. “Help doesn’t necessarily have to be money. It could be volunteers, and people who can sell Lora.” Epilepsy Durham currently functions with one staff mem- ber year-round, and hires stu- dents during summer months through a government grant program. Kristy Bowler, student mar- keting administrator, and Shel- ley Goodall, student Gladioli Flower Day coordinator, will continue to work until the end of August at which time Ms. McKenzie expects she will be on her own again to serve the needs of 12,000 people in Durham Region with epilepsy. “There are more than twice as many Canadians living with epilepsy than the number of people with cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis and cystic fibrosis combined,” said Ms. McKenzie. “And one in ten people will suf- fer a seizure during their life- time.” Ms. McKenzie said she has heard of individuals who may be experiencing seizures but because of the doctor shortage, can’t find someone to diagnose their condition. Many people with the disorder feel lost and alone because of the stigma at- tached to having epilepsy. Ms. McKenzie advocates on behalf of those with epilepsy in the workplace, at home or with government agencies, offering education and support. To become an office co-ordi- nator of the Gladioli campaign, to volunteer services, or to en- quire about Lora the lavender labrador to purchase or sell, calls Dianne McKenzie at Epilepsy Durham Region, 905- 666-9926 or 1-800-350-9069. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 13, 2004 PAGE 23 A/P PICKERING OPTOMETRIC CLINIC Dr. E. Gillezeau, Dr. M. Fitzsimmons Dr. C. Wang Dr. L. Voisin, Dr. L. Van, Dr. P. Ho Dispensing Frames and Contacts Pickering Medical Centre 1885 Glenanna Road, Suite 212 Pickering, Ontario L1V 6R6 905-839-5303 905-683-1175 Lab On Premises Where every day Is Payday! PAYDAY LOANS 3 1 0 -C A S HCALL 2 2 7 4 Cash and A Smile When You Need It. Stuffed animal a boon for Epilepsy Durham Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Due to the success of the Durham campaign, Dianne McKenzie, executive di- rector of Epilepsy Durham, notes Lora the lavender labrador may be going on sale nationwide. 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Fri., Aug. 13, 2004 News Advertiser Your Carrier will be around to collect an optional delivery charge of $ 6.00 between August 18-August 22/04 ALL NEW SUNOCO ULTRA 94 August 27,28, 29, 2004 Canada’s Largest One Day Car Show presented by Autofest Hotlines: Mike Kalynko- 905.571.1045 / 435.3953 • Gary Challice- 905.579.7051 / 723.7828• Frank Agueci- 905.644.3387 • Dave Repol- 905.666.2307 www.canadianrodder.com/autofest Ajax represented in Scarborough fund-raiser AJAX –A few Ajax residents have headed west to Scarborough to help out a worthy cause this weekend. Elaine O'Neal explains she and two other locals are part of the Scarborough Players production of 'Canaples', six 10-minute, one- act plays by David Ives. Each comedy has a different director. Ajax resident Bill Simpson is master carpenter-set designer and Michael Petryshyn is an actor in one of the performances. Petryshyn, a math teacher at Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School, has the role of a chim- panzee in 'Words, Words, Words' in a play about three monkeys trying to rewrite 'Hamlet'. The show, described as an evening of bite-sized comedies, benefits Variety Village and O'Neal, the event's producer, is hoping theatre enthusiasts from the area will also want to make the trip west to see the show and help raise more for the cause. Va- riety Village, a sport training and fitness centre, serves children and adults with special needs. The show is Saturday, Aug. 14, at 8 p.m. at Scarborough Village Theatre and tickets are $25, or $40 for priority seating, a recep- tion and a backstage tour. Some performances may contain lan- guage inappropriate for younger audience members. Call the box office at 416-699-8177, ext 362. The following movies open in local theatres this weekend. The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement Directed by Garry Marshall Starring, Anne Hathaway, Julie Andrews, Hector Elizondo and John Rhys-Davies Rated G Mia Thermopolis is now a high school graduate and on her way to Genovia to take up her duties as princess. Her best friend Lilly also joins her for the summer. Mia continues her 'princess lessons' - riding horses side-saddle, archery, and other royal responsibilities. But her life is turned upside down once again when she f inds out she has to be married before taking the crown or lose her rights to it. Also opening in local theatres this weekend is ‘Alien Vs. Predator’, 'We Don't Live Here Anymore' and the animated feature 'Yu-Gi-Oh!'. A/P PAGE 24 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 13, 2004 www.durhamregion.com AUG 20-SEPT 6 WWW.THEEX.COM Worthofprizes comebackfree OPENING WEEKEND AUGUST 20-22 for three days only FREE return ADMISSION TO THIS year’s EX plus hundreds of SPECTACULAR PRIZES VENDORS NEEDED www.herongate.com 2885 Altona Rd., Pickering HERONGATE BARN DINNER THEATRE Opens The Fall Season With Cole A fantastic show featuring the music of Cole Porter By Benny Green & Alan Strachan 905-472-3085 12 SHOWS ONLY including 4 Wed. & Sun. matinees! AUGUST 20TH TO SEPTEMBER 11TH CLIP & SAVE $2 Not valid with any other offer. August 22 and 25 Matinees✁✁per person 905-426-6242 Located in Wal-Mart Ajax OPEN Mon. - Fri. 9 A.M. - 9 P.M. Sat. 9 A.M. - 6 P.M. Sun. 12 - 6 P.M. Po rt Hope Festival Theatre www.phft.ca 1.800.434.5092 Another superlative mystery by the Grande Dame of murder, Agatha Christie. August 12th - 28th Entertainment FRIDAY, AUGUST 13, 2004 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ DAVID STELL, NEWS EDITOR, 905-683-5110 EXT. 249 Recycle FOR FULL MOVIE LISTINGS, CLICK ON durhamregion.com Julie Andrews and Anne Hathaway are back to their royal ways in ‘The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement’. Princess has new diary entryBite-sized comedy DURHAM –Andrea Lewis's ca- reer is taking off like a rocket. The Pickering woman is per- forming her single 'Superwoman' at the Honey Jam showcase in To ronto Sunday, Aug. 15. Honey Jam is an all-female Canadian talent event featuring a wide va- riety of artists representing many genres of music. The event co- incides with Lewis's 19th birthday and it's a return for her to the showcase where she first sang a few years ago. Currently, she is in the stu- dio making her debut album for an expected re- lease in January. Also, Lewis just returned from New York where she did a Teen People magazine shoot, expected to appear in September, and is moving on to do a Degrassi mall tour in the U.S. this fall. Lewis plays the role of Hazel Aden on 'Degrassi: The Next Generation'. She graduated from Grade 12 at St. Mary Catholic Secondary School last year. Honey Jam is at The Phoenix Concert Theatre, 410 Sherbourne St., Toronto and starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door. You must be over 19 and have proof of age to attend. ANDREA LEWIS Performing at Honey Jam in Toronto, Sunday night. Lewis is all set to Jam www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 13, 2004 PAGE 25 A/P Week 2 – Aug 16th - 20th Girls & Boys Ages 7 to 15 years Experienced Adult Coaching Staff Location: Notre Dame H.S., Ajax. Cougar Basketball Camp Cost - $145 for the week 8:30 am - 2:30 pm Family rates available To register call Camp Co-ordinators: Shawn O’Hare • Pat Costello 905-655-0578 Sanctioned by Basketball Ontario All New Look for 2004 NOW EVEN BETTER VALUE ANNANDALE COUNTRY CLUB per person + grat. & taxes Church St. At Bayly, Ajax, 905-683-3210 GOLF TOURNAMENTS & DINNER PACKAGE DAILY GOLF RATES Weekdays.......$52 Weekends......$57 Mon. to Fri...$37 Sat., Sun. & Holidays...$42 Twilight.......1/2 Price taxes included Sports FRIDAY, AUGUST 13, 2004 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ AL RIVETT, SPORTS EDITOR 905-683-5110 EXT. 250 Pickering Olympians say there are risks in everyday life By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING -While security may be the central issue with the 2004 Olympic Summer Games in Athens, it's of varying de- grees of concern to local ath- letes. Three Pickering Olympians -- Perdita Felicien, Anson Henry and Bernard Luttmer -- say they're hopeful the security measures put in place for the Games, set to open Friday, will be sufficient. "I'm trusting the security will be good, so I'm not too worried about it," says Henry, 25, a sprinter who's part of Canada's men's 4-x-100-metre relay team in Athens. "Hopefully, there won't be a situation like Atlanta (where a bomb went off in a public park during the 1996 Games). Hopefully, we can avoid a situation like that." Meanwhile, Perdita Felicien admitted her mother, Cathy Moe, at one time planned to at- tend the Games to see her con- tend for a medal in the 100m hurdles event. Those plans, however, were shelved, owing to security concerns. They agreed it's best her mother stay home to allay any anxiety that could have occurred had she been in Greece. "With all the security con- cerns, without accreditation, you can't see the athletes, so she would be going alone and I would be worried about her im- mensely," she says. As for the security at the Olympics, the 23-year-old says it's beyond her control, even though it's still omnipresent in her thoughts. "It's not anything that I can do anything about. It's over our heads. It's something that's in the back of your mind. It's like what if someone does some- thing crazy in the subways or what if you're in a crowded square and something happens. But that can happen at any part of the world. At the end of the day, it's the Olympic Games. If it means going to the Olympic Games and there's a risk, I'm still going," she says. Conversely, Luttmer, 24, says he'll have plenty of family to spur him on while sailing in the laser class at the Agios Kosmas Olympic Sailing Centre. His mother and father, Bernie and Jean, his sister Carol and long- time neighbours, Simon and Crystal Gardner, will be in Athens. While competing and training in Athens in early July, Luttmer saw the state-of-the-art surveil- lance blimp hovering above the city, just one part of the multi- billion-dollar plan to keep ath- letes and visitors safe while at- tending the Games. He says he's resigned to the fact that although security will be tight, there are no guaran- tees it will be airtight. "You worry about security, but you also worry about dri- ving the 401. I think they're doing everything they can -- they're spending ridiculous amounts of money, that's for sure. It's going to be as secure as possible. I'm not worried." Luttmer says he hopes there's no added significance to the fact the opening ceremonies are on Friday, Aug. 13. "Did they have to schedule them on that day?" he says with a laugh, adding, "I'm sure it will be fine." Security a concern, but 'it's the Olympic Games' Mike Pochwat/ News Advertiser photo Taking a big lead AJAX –– Lindsay first baseman Justin O’Neill keeps tabs on a Whitby baserunner during action in the Eastern Ontario Baseball Association minor bantam championships in Ajax. This game was played at Hermitage Park last Saturday. Teams from Ajax and Pickering took part in the championships. Youths return with silver medals from North American final AJAX —Two Ajax athletes re- turned with medals from the Hershey North American Final Meet in Pennsylvania on Satur- day. Julian Patchett, 12, placed second in his boys' 11-12 age group's 400 metres event. The member of the Durham Drag- ons Track and Field Club posted a time of 1:00.28, finishing be- hind race winner Trevor Tatum, from Powder Springs, Georgia, who was timed in 58.33. Meanwhile, Nichelle Prince, 9, finished second in the 9-10 girls' 4-x-100m relay with teammates Nikkilya Allison, 10, Athena Wis- dom, 9, and Khadijah Thomp- son, 10. The Region 1 (Great Lakes Region) relay team was timed in 58.89 behind race win- ners from Region 2 (Pacific southwest), who posted a time of 58.31. Hershey leaves great taste in athletes' mouths FAX it: 905-683-0386 At the Olympics A/P PAGE 26 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 13, 2004 www.durhamregion.com The final hurdle Felicien wants Olympics title for her impressive resume By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING –What a difference four years makes. Perdita Felicien’s world has undergone monumental changes since a precocious, wide-eyed 19-year-old hurdler from Pickering tasted her first Olympic experience, at the Sydney, Australia Games in 2000. Felicien, now 23, has made a quantum leap forward, surpassing even her wildest expecta- tions as to where her young track and field ca- reer would take her. Yet, back then, she be- lieved her aspirations would take flight — cul- minating in Athens this month. “I knew that my time hadn’t come and that was OK with me. I knew I wasn’t coming there to win a medal, the chance of making the final was very slim and I was OK with that. I was basically just taking it all in and knowing I would use it to propel me four years later. I re- member thinking in Sydney that I would be somebody to reckon with, someone they’re going to have to beat in four years,” says Feli- cien, in an interview while relaxing recently at her Pickering home. Now, two world hurdling ti- tles later, and on the heels of a 2004 track and field season that has seen her lock down the world’s top ranking in the 100 metre hurdles and post the fastest time (12.46 sec- onds) in the world, Felicien’s carrying Canada’s best hope for an Olympic medal on the track in Athens. “I keep playing it in my mind, it’s so completely dif- ferent. How can anyone have prepared you for this, how can you?” she says. “I mean there are no in-between steps for me. I was un- known, and all the sudden I’m a favourite, all the sudden I’m number-one and running well and consistently and I’m going to the Olympic Games as the favourite. This is the biggest gig. My goal is to get it right the first time. There’s no book on how to do this. My goal is to run the way I’ve been running and have fun with it all. The day that it’s not fun is the day it’s going to show up in my performance. It’s the pursuit, it’s the challenge — let’s see how I stack up.” Felicien enters Athens as the favourite — something she couldn’t have imagined four years ago. Yet, the Pine Ridge Secondary School graduate refuses to be snowed under by the pressure. She’s been an Olympian be- fore, experienced competing on the ultimate world’s stage, and now it’s all business — the business of gold. “I think I’m definitely capable of winning gold — getting any medal is a huge accom- plishment,” she says. “All I ask of myself is to make it to the final and hope Perdita is at her best on that day. I believe that when I’m at my best, I can win.” Even just a year ago at the world champi- onships in Paris, Felicien was an outsider, an unknown Canadian hurdler and U.S. collegian from the University of Illinois, who was given almost no chance of getting to the final, let alone winning. Yet, in a short span — 12.53 seconds, to be exact — she was catapulted into the stratosphere of international track and field stardom. Her win represented the first time a Canadian woman had won a gold medal in the history of the world champi- onships. Her time also represented a new Canadian record. Her world hurdling conquest was a water- shed moment for her personally and profes- sionally, leading to an alliance with agent and former U.S. hurdler Renaldo Nehemiah and endorsements with Nike and Cheerios, not to mention being feted with a huge celebration in Pickering and being presented the key to the city. Later that year, Felicien was also named Canada’s female athlete of the year for 2003. Entering the 2004 Games, she’s not the hunter, but rather the hunted. In addition to proudly wearing the Canadian colours, she knows she’ll also be wearing a target when she steps on the track. Although the Olympic women’s 100m hur- dles event is being billed as a showdown be- tween her and American hur- dling and sprinting legend Gail Devers, Felicien is non- plussed. She’s acutely aware an unheralded hurdler — just like she was in Paris a year ago — might be looking to make her mark. “I think I’m ready for the challenge. Gail Devers won’t be my only competition — Bridgette Foster (of Ja- maica) will be there, too. I’m not buying into the hype that it’s Gail versus Perdita. I’m definitely aware that there are six others in the race who are capable of winning on that day, and I don’t take them for grant- ed,” she says. Canada’s lone entrant in the 100m hurdles at the 2000 Olympics, Felicien has company in 2004. Whitby resident Priscilla Lopes and Ed- monton’s Angela Whyte are also running the event, something that’s never happened in Canadian history. “I think we all mix well,” says Felicien. “An- gela is laid back and cool; I’m intense before a competition and Priscilla is extremely happy and bubbly. I’m blessed that I don’t have to do this alone. I love my coach, but we can only crack so many jokes. It’s nice to have some- body else who’s facing this with me.” Felicien notes her training will have her as ready as possible for the Olympics. “There’s nothing more I can do to be ready. The only thing I can do is get my mind right. I’m putting on the finishing touches and just trying to recall my cues because when I’m going to the Olympics, I just want everything to be so automatic. I don’t want to have any thoughts. I don’t want to think about any- thing, I just want to do it.” Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Perdita Felicien has been turning heads since bursting on to the international hur- dling scene. With two world titles to her credit, the Pickering native is now looking for Olympic gold. Pickering athletes in Athens In the blocks: WOMEN’S 100M HURDLES Aug. 22 – Heats 1:35 to 2:05, 3:40 to 3:56 p.m. Aug. 23 – Semifinals Noon to 12:03, 12:08 to 12:11 p.m. Aug. 24 – Finals 3:30 to 3:32 p.m. (all eastern) At the Olympics Pickering athletes in Athens www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 13, 2004 PAGE 27 A/P Hand it to Henry Sprinter holds Canadian relay hopes By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING — Pickering sprinter Anson Henry is betting on something special in Athens. His optimism for the Canadian men’s 4-x-100 metre relay comes with a proviso, however. If the six members chosen for Canada’s men’s relay team can put aside personal animosities and come together as a group, then a medal at this month’s Summer Olympic Games is well within their grasp. “I do like our chances, just as long as there’s no bickering,” says Henry, who’s almost like a peacemaker for the group. “We have the talent and the overall speed to do something good to- gether.” The root of the relay team’s problems has been the ongoing rift between Nicolas Macrozonaris, 23, of Laval, Que., and Toronto’s Pierre Browne, 24. That bad blood boiled over into some public sniping between the two at the Canadian Track and Field Championships in Victoria in July. Henry says he distances himself from the feud, preferring instead to focus his attention on his own training, as well as working to bring the team — which also includes Charles Allen, 27, of Brampton, Richard Adu-Bobie, 19, of Ottawa, and Mar tin Grenier, 25, of Sept- Iles, Que. — closer together. “I do kind of try to stay out of it,” says the 25-year-old. “It’s not healthy in the relay because it’s all about togetherness and working as one. If that (animosity) is going on it’s only going to affect the other teammates.” Henry is looking for- ward to attending his first Olympic Games. He plans to soak in the at- mosphere as much as possible. “To be there is a dream come true,” says the Dunbarton High School graduate. “My ultimate dream would be to run (in the relay). I’m really looking for- ward to being there and experiencing the track and seeing the other events there. It should be exciting.” Whether he’s one of the four chosen to run at Athens is out of his hands, he explains. It will depend on his training prior to the Games and on relay coach Glenroy Gilbert, a for- mer Olympian and Canadian 4-x-100m relay gold medallist in Atlanta, who’ll determine the foursome. If Henry’s chosen to run, he’ll be carrying the baton through the second leg of the relay. “I’m pretty confident with the baton — I’m confident tak- ing it and giving it. It’s also the longest leg,” he explains. Overall, Henry’s 2004 track season has been a solid one. He ran his way on to the relay team after a strong perfor- mance at the Canadian Championships. There, he won the 200 metres in 20.67 seconds. He also placed third in the 100 metres behind Browne and Macrozonaris, in a time of 10.24 seconds. His 100m time, however, was well off his personal best of 10.17, which he ran two years ago. Nationals, however, was bittersweet for Henry. Two weeks prior, Henry suffered a slight “grab” in his hamstring at a meet in Utah. Thanks to rest and treatment, he recuperated in time and emerged from the championships unscathed from further injury. Unfortunately, his times in the 100m and 200m weren’t fast enough to put him on the Olympic team in those events — heartbreaking, considering he was primed to run faster. “It held me back for sure,” he says of his in- jury, which he also battled at various times during his four years on a scholarship with the Washington State University Cougars of Pullman. Prior to nationals, Henry ran the 100 me- tres at several U.S. meets. He ran in At- lanta, California and in Utah, where his times steadily decreased over the course of the outdoor season. His best time over that period was a 10.27 at the Modesto Relays in California in May where he finished fifth behind winner Macrozonaris. After graduating from WSU last year with a business degree, Henry made the decision to devote himself full-time to training in advance of the Olympics. Henry’s friend and one of Canada’s most decorated sprinters, Donovan Bailey, recommended he hook up with his old coach, Ameri- can Dan Pfaff. Last October, Henry joined Pfaff at his training centre in Raleigh, North Carolina Henry recognizes Canada has a strong legacy in the relay, owing to Canada’s victory over the Americans at the 1996 Games in Atlanta. The baton has been passed and Henry believes the current crop of young Canadian sprinters can live up to their predeces- sors. “There are a lot of high expectations for us,” he says. “There’s been some special moments for Canada (in the relay) and Canada wants to relive that once again with new sprinters coming up. I think we’re getting ready to do some big things. I think we’re a medal threat, for sure.” Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photos Anson Henry is looking to sprint out of the blocks and play a key role in Canada’s Olympic 4-x-100-metre relay team. In the blocks: MEN’S 4-x-100M RELAY Aug. 27 – Heats 1 and 2 1:10 to 1:12, 1:19 to 1:21 p.m. Aug. 28 – Finals 2:45 to 2:47 p.m. (all eastern) A/P PAGE 28 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 13, 2004 www.durhamregion.com Luttmer hopes everyone will love the underdog By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING –To paraphrase an old saying, every underdog has his day. And, Pickering sailor Bernard Luttmer believes the 2004 Summer Olympic Games in Athens could be his time to shine. “For me to come through with a medal would be an amazing upset in the world. But, if they (the Greeks) can win the Euro- pean (soccer) championship, I can win gold in Athens,” proclaims Luttmer who, at 24, is the youngest of Canada’s 11 sailors going to Athens. “This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. You go to the Olympics once, maybe twice, in your life, so you’ve really got to go for it. You can’t worry about whether you’re favoured or whether you’re not. On a good day, I can win a race. I just have to have six good days.” Of the 45 entered in the laser class, a one-man sailboat, Luttmer is ranked 15th best - a far cry from being a medal con- tender among the cream of the world’s crop. But, rankings and being a medal favourite won’t count for much when the varied weather and wind conditions are dished out in Athens, something Luttmer’s counting on in his Olympic debut Aug. 15 in the waters off Greece. That’s why there could be room for Luttmer on the medal podium. “Typically, racing in Athens is very hot and very unpredictable. It favours the un- derdog,” says Luttmer, in an interview at Swans Marina in Pickering just days be- fore flying to Greece to continue his prepa- ration. “A lot of really good sailors under- perform under those conditions, so the ones not ranked in the top three can move up. To me, it makes me a happy camper. If I were favoured to win gold, I’d be an un- happy camper. I’m thrilled the conditions are variable, up and down. It puts a lot of pressure on the top guys. And, I hope I’m the one putting the pressure on them.” The longtime sailor, who learned his craft through the youth sailing programs at the Frenchman’s Bay Yacht Club and Swans, knows Athens. He spent two weeks training at the Olympic venue in early July, in addition to several racing stints there over the last three years. He’s hoping that familiarity will be an advantage when Olympic competition — consisting of 11 races over six days — begins. “It’s incredibly hot, of course. As a sailor on the water off the coast, the heat is a huge factor. It’s not as bad as running the marathon, but I was getting sick of drink- ing 10 to 15 litres of water a day. We had some heavy air with some very extreme differences. Off the coast, the winds can be very shifty and unpredictable or you can have a light sea breeze.” His Athens training in early July, howev- er, resulted in a mild scare. Luttmer was doing some additional off-water training, including running, in an attempt to shed five pounds. During one of these sessions, he felt some discomfort in his knee. “My knee started to act up,” he says, which caused him to miss two days at the European Laser Championships in Warne- munde, Germany. “I was hypersensitive to it being only two months away from the Games. I saw a specialist in Germany. He worked on it and it was nothing serious. He worked on my back and it started to re- lease the pressure on my knees. I also had it looked at here (in Canada) and it’s fine.” After missing the first two days at the Europeans, he set sail in a bold attempt to get into the ‘gold’ fleet, which meant rac- ing against the premier sailors in the world. He won one race under heavy wind condi- tions and proceeded to come second in the next race under extremely light wind conditions. His third race, however, didn’t happen, owing to no wind. That meant his chances of competing in the ‘gold’ fleet vanished. “Because there wasn’t a third race, I wasn’t able to catch enough points to get into the ‘gold’ fleet. Racing in the ‘silver’ fleet, there’s not much to be gained from sailing against ‘B’ sailors,” he says. Nonetheless, the extreme weather con- ditions will be similar to what he’ll face in Athens. “It turned out pretty well. In my last two races before I go to the Games, I finished first and second under very difficult condi- tions. The fact I was able to do well in ex- treme conditions felt really good. The top 15 g uys in the world can compete under both conditions, so it’s nice to be able to do it right before the Games.” Luttmer notes sailing is one of the most strategic sports in the Olympics. As such, he’ll straddle the fine line between taking risks and playing it safe during the course of his races. The mark of a good sailor, he says, is to keep the two extremes in perfect harmony. “I think there are sailors out there who are good sailors who don’t know when to take chances. They don’t know when to go for the glory. Other sailors go for the glory every race and they end up ruining the regatta. I’m a balance between the two. I want them to be in perfect balance at Athens. I’m willing to take chances. I want to go for a medal. When you see my results, you’ll ei- ther see me in the top three or in the teens. The difference between eighth and 15th is no big deal at the Olympics.” Not lost on Luttmer is the fact he’ll be upholding a local legacy of laser sailing at the Olympics. The laser became an Olympic class of sailing at Athens in 1996 and Rod Davies, another FBYC member, raced for Canada that year. “The boat has only been in the Olympics three times and two of those times French- man’s Bay boys have gone to represent Canada. It definitely means a lot. I’d like to come home feeling I’ve done my best — whatever that may be. I want to show the world that we’re an incredible laser sailing nation.” Smooth sailing Bernard Luttmer made a last trip home to Pick- ering recently before heading off to Athens. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photos Bernard Luttmer developed his sailing skills on the waters of Frenchman’s Bay. The Pickering sailor is taking part in the laser class at the Athens Games. At the Olympics Pickering athletes in Athens On the water: SAILING – LASER Eleven races Races are held on the following days: Aug. 15, 16, 17, 19, 20, 22. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 13, 2004 PAGE 29 P LIZ NERO* 905 427-1400 Rouge River Realty Ltd. OPEN HOUSE SUN. AUG. 15, 2 - 4 PM 15 PARKINS DRIVE, AJAX Bright, beautiful 3 bdrm. home w/loads of upgrades, Combined Liv./Din. w/laminate flrs. Updated kit. w/moveable breakfast bar/island. Main flr. family rm./office/potential bdrm. w/ hrdwd. flr. Ceramics in hallway. 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Suitable candidates will have a minimum of 5 years experience in an international shipping setting, community college diploma in International Trade and Professional Designation in related discipline. This challenging position offers a competitive compensation package. We thank all candidates for their interest but must advise that only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. Please forward your resume to Human Resources at: Andrew Canada Inc. 606 Beech Street Whitby, Ontario L1N 5S2 Fax 905-668-8590 e-mail: hrcanada@andrew.com We are an equal opportunity employer The Lenbrook Group Career Opportunities A Proven Performer The Lenbrook Group of Companies is a privately owned Canadian corporation formed in 1978. With its fine tradition as a business development organization, Lenbrook enjoys sustained sales revenue growth and a growing portfolio of assets which result from the company's successful involvement in technology and specialty brand development activities. We are looking for enthusiastic, positive and entrepreneurial individuals with creative ideas seeking a career environment where they can develop and invest their talents, and enjoy the rewards of their effort and success. If this sounds like the company you've been looking for please forward your resume outlining your experience and qualifications to: Lenbrook 633 Granite Court Pickering, ON L1W 3K1 email: humanresources@lenbrook.com Fax: 905 837 6352 www.lenbrook.com Complete job descriptions are available at www.lenbrook.com/opportunities/ We thank all candidates and advise only those selected for consideration will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies please. !Payroll/Benefits Administrator !Receptionist/Switchboard Operator !Filing/Admin Floater !General Warehouse !AV Tech NAD !Line Supervisor - PSB Assembly !QC Inspector/Service Parts Coordinator - PSB Assembly NELSON FINANCIAL GROUP LTD. HERE WE GROW AGAIN! 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Appleton Insurance Broker,a Division of McDougall Insurance, one of Eastern Ontario's largest brokerages; is seeking Commercial Lines Producer for our Oshawa office. We require an individual who possesses and utilizes strong skill levels for generating new insurance sales, client service and knowledge of commercial insurance and has a willingness to expand knowledge on carrier products and general insurance expertise. Successful candidate will possess a minimum of 3 years experience in P/C and a RIBO licence in good order, is mandatory. We offer an excellent compensation package with benefits. Please submit resume to: F.R. Appleton Insurance Broker Limited, 19 Celina Street, Oshawa, ON L1H 4M9 Attn: Fred Appleton or email to: fappleton@mcdougallinsurance.com CLASS D, F AND Z Endorsement training at Durham College Whitby. Job opportunities for graduates. Call now and reserve your seat. Completion could take less than one month. 905-721-3368 or 905- 721-3340. 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Phone (905) 852-4402 or Fax Resume to (905) 852-7998 AZ DRIVERS REQUIRED for asphalt company. Clean abstract. Loading equipment and light la- bour required. Phone or fax: 905- 985-4179. EXPERIENCED AZ driver needed for dedicated Ontario runs. Must posses clean abstract, CVOR and criminal record. Call Tammy or Wendell, 905-432-7277. GOOD OPPORTUNITY for AZ Drivers needed. Clean abstract and U.S. experience. Full or part- time. Benefit package. 2 day trips from Ajax. 39 cents a mile, $25 for each pickup & delivery. (705)887- 4940. $$$ PAID WEEKLY!!Company needs part-time/ full-time help pro- cessing unclaimed bank accounts. Call 1-866-883-0780, 24 hours. ALARM DISPATCH OPERATOR Wanted/Ajax – part-time/perma- nent, hours – 16 hours every sec- ond weekend. Midnight to 8am, rate: $8.00/hour. Will train on soft- ware. Fax resume to 905-683- 6631. HAUGEN'S BBQ NOW HIRING experienced FT/PT servers. Apply in person at 13801 Hwy 12, Manchester. A Career at East Side Mario's North Whitby/Brooklin is a Wonderful Thing Now Hiring/Job Fair! East Side Mario's will soon be opening it's doors and welcoming the people of North Durham. We have the following full-time and part-time positions available for energetic and outgoing individuals: ●Servers ●Line Cooks ●Hosts ●Bar tenders ●Pr ep Cooks ●Dishwashers You provide the enthusiasm and the desire to learn... we provide an excellent training program and working environment! Please apply in person on the following days: Tuesday August 17th - 11am-6pm Wednesday August 18th - 11am-6pm Thursday August 19th - 11am-6pm Where? John Howard Society, 75 Richmond W., Oshawa Or if unable to attend please email your resume to mikeadam33@hotmail.com or call 905-431-9630 ALARM DISPATCH OPERATOR Wanted/AJAX. Part-time/perma- nent. Hours -16 hours every sec- ond weekend. Midnight to 8am. Rate $8.00/hour. Will train on soft- ware. Fax resume to: 905-683- 6631 Massey's Restaurant Hiring experienced FULL TIME SERVERS FULL TIME LINE COOKS PA RT TIME DISHWASHER Apply in person after 3 p.m. to: 774 Liverpool Rd. S, Pickering Small Ajax Company seeking energetic FT WAREHOUSE PERSON With a minimum of 1 year experine in Picking and pacing orders, stocking, shipping and receiving. Forklift experience an asset Fax resume to Scott 905-686-4697 EXPERIENCED MACHINE OPERATORS, CABINET MAKERS, ASSEMBLERS, SANDERS AND PAINT SHOP PERSONNEL Required for Woodworking Manufacturer for the Morning & Afternoon Shifts. Excellent working conditions. 15 Riviera Drive, Markham Fax: (905) 470-6262 GENERAL TRADESMEN Are you looking for: *Excellent hours? (Monday-Friday) *Good income? *Good working conditions? *Strong National Company *Min. 10 yrs. exp. Mr. Handyman can offer you all of the above & more. 416-445-8500 APPLY NOW !!!Our company of- fers advancement and travel op- portunities to people who are will- ing to work hard and learn all as- pects of the business. Positions in CSR, Inventory and Sales. $350- $450/wk to start. Training provid- ed. Call (905)571-6444 CLARINGTON GYMNASTICS is looking for certified coaches and dance instructors. All levels and programs, including recreational to competitive dance and gym pro- grams and pre-school programs. Mature, reliable and enthusiastic individuals may call 905-623-4882 or e-mail clarington@sympatico.ca DIRECT MARKETING representative required to promote discount cards. No selling required. Earn $100/day. For interview call 416-890-9177. DRIVERS NEEDED for local household moving company. AZ li- cense required. Moves to and from Florida and the States. Fax re- sume to: (905) 725-2786 DYNAMIC DRIVING looking for 20 AZ Drivers for local work. Clean abstract, clean CVOR. To start im- mediately. GM experience an as- set but will train. $16.75/hour, paid holidays, paid weekly. Call Karen (905)426-1901 ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES MANAGER required for a long- term care facility in Pickering. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with excellent communi- cation skills. The successful appli- cant should have previous experi- ence in maintenance and house- keeping. Starting salary $36,000/year plus benefits. Fax re- sume to 905-669-6724 attn: Phil Vinson file #536 FITNESS DEPOT IS currently looking for individuals to fill sales associate positions, with sales ex- perience. Full time to start immedi- ately, evenings/weekends. Call Ja- son or Lee 905-839-1922 or fax re- sume 905-839-8481. FRENCH LANGUAGE TUTOR wanted for young children in Brooklin. 5 hours per week, mid- day. Please fax resume to 905- 655-0657 FULL TIME counter help/cook needed for Harvey's restaurant, experience preferred but not nec- essary. Please call (905)987- 0546. GAS STATION hiring Full Time & Part Time for all shifts Previous retail / customer service experience an asset Apply in person to: PETROCANADA Kingston Rd/Brock Rd Pickering HOMEWORKERS needed!! To Assemble Products- Mailing/Pro- cessing Circulars- PC/Clerical Work Available. No Experience Needed! Free Information: w ww.workfromhomeconnection.com or send S.A.S.E.; QSEI, 111-336 Yonge St., Reference #7-107, Bar- rie, ON, L4N 4C8. (705)726-9070. LEARN HOW to operate a mini office outlet from home, earning $3000+ month. www.missionsuccess.ca, e-mail resume to intentionalsuccess@rogers.com. LIGHT INDUSTRIAL - $12 per hr. Must have experience with air tools such as : Air screwdrivers, air drills. Safety steel toed boots and 6 months experience, Pickering ar- ea. Apply in person to 1614 Dun- das St. E.,Suite 203. Whitby (Dun- das / Thickson) on Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday from 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m Nanny/Helper needed to help a few hours everyday Mon. - Fri in Pickering. Prefer ladies with car. Serious candidates apply, (905)831-8502 E-Mail Address: classifieds@durhamregion.com Call: Toronto Line: (416) 798-7259 Now when you advertise, your word ad also appears on the internet at http://www.durhamregion.comCLASSIFIEDSFIND IT FAST IN THE AJAX-PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER To Place Your Ad In Pickering Or Ajax Call: 905-683-0707 Ajax News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon.-Fri 8:00-5 p.m. Closed Saturday A/P PAGE 30 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 13, 2004 www.durhamregion.com SELL IT NOW CALL AJAX 905-683-0707 Place your ad at 905- 683-0707 50telemarketers needed for large corporate call centre in North East Scarborough Please send us your resume, covering letter & preferred shift quoting PMFU to: bliad@adlerau.com or Fax: 416-291-8985. BASE RATE + COMMISSION $14/HR GUARANTEED This business-casual environment offers paid training, parking, full benefits, cafeteria and more. We sell Business to Business. NO COLD CALLING. We are currently hiring for the following shifts: Mon to Fri 8:45AM to 12:45PM Mon - Fri. 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM Mon - Fri. 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM These positions require individuals who are seeking to increase their earnings potential. Ideally suited to stay at home parents and recent graduates. Qualified candidates must be strong closers, proficient in English and on computers. Previous business experience required. If you qualify – No Evenings No Weekends Monday - Friday 9am-5pm. Please send us your resume and cover letter quoting PMFU to: Due to rapid expansion SECURITY OFFICERS REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY Full training and comprehensive benefit package Must have own vehicle. Apply in person or fax resume to: HUMAN RESOURCES (905) 579-8028 214 King Street East, 2nd Floor, Oshawa All new applicants must complete and pass pre-screen test. EXTREMELY BUSY TORONTO BASED PRINCIPLE TV/FILM/ MODELING AGENCY IS CURRENTLY SEEKING: Teens, kids and adults 4 years and up for tv commercials, music videos, feature films, print work and fashion shows. We have no affiliation with a training school or any in house photographers. All applicants that are accepted will get training and registration fees covered and provided by max agency. Some recent projects our talent can be seen in: TV Commercials: McDonald's, Sears Music Videos: Boys 11 Men, Tragically Hip Print: Molson Canadian, Coca Cola Whitby: (905) 665-3199 BBB Member Toronto: (416) 482-5392 Requires EXPERIENCED COOKS Will pay well for the right people Apply within Pickering Town Centre or call (905) 839-2507 RESTAURANT Ajax location is now hiring ALL POSITIONS. Please fax resume to: 905-426-6869 Canada Corp, Loss Prevention Officer Required Durham Region Flexible Availability Competitive Wages Training Provided Drop off resume and Application at Lay-away Desk 1899 Brock Rd. Pickering WHITEVALE GOLF CLUB located in Pickering is accepting applications for: SERVERS & ASSISTANT BARTENDERS for the end of the season. Fax or email resume to: infor@whitevalegolfclub.com or fax: (905)294-5115 or call (905)294-9600 Inbound Sales and Service Professionals We have immediate openings for Full-Time and Part-time Inbound Sales Professionals. The successful applicants should possess the following qualifications; proven customer relations and problem solving skills, excellent telephone voice, must be dependable, reliable and self-motivated with proficient computer skills and a minimum of one year customer service and/or sales experience. Applicants must be flexible to work shifts between 8:00am and 11:00pm., Monday to Friday and 9am and 5:30pm on Saturday. Interested and qualified applicants to e-mail their resume to: Michelle Lopez Recruitment Manager Email:recruitment@chcmail.com No agencies or telephone calls please, only potential candidates will be contacted. VON CANADA - ONTARIO BRANCH Durham Region Is seeking a MANAGER OF COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES / SITE MANAGER The Durham Region site of VON Canada - Ontario Branch has an immediate op- portunity for a skilled innovative leader to lead the Durham Team. He/she will provide leadership, support and clinical expertise to the Mental Health, Wellness, and Community Support teams as well as a volunteer Board of Directors building partnerships to meet community health and related social needs in Durham. The successful candidate shall be responsible for the following: •Facilitating and monitoring the provision of quality client services by providing direction, leadership, and support for the day-to-day operations •Staff and supervisor hiring, coaching, mentoring and supervision •Identifying and implementing CQI activities and evaluating program outcomes •Serving on community planning/ or advisory committees •Acting as an ambassador for VON programs and services •Securing and developing new business ventures •Promoting and developing collaborative partnerships with stakeholders to meet needs •Preparing proposals and conducting negotiations for community health service agreements •Communicating internally and externally in an exemplary manner Qualifications: •A minimum of 5 years management experience •Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario •Knowledgeable about mental health issues and the ability to provide managerial support to mental health nursing staff •Computer skills •Demonstrated budget and resource management skills •Ability to use technology to monitor and improve client outcomes •Demonstrated change management and conflict resolution skill •Valid driver's license and the ability to travel •Ability to work flexible hours to achieve results Please forward a covering letter and resume in confidence to: Betty van Dompseler, Human Resources Coordinator Victorian Order of Nurses Peterborough,Victoria & Haliburton 1500 Lansdowne Street West, Peterborough ON K9J 2A2 Email: vandompb@von.ca VON wishes to thank all those who apply, but will contact only those selected for interviews. POSITION FOR ACCOUNTING CLERK Must have some accounting knowledge Durham Region Position. Mail Resume:Village Gate Postal Outlet P.O.Box 32566, 9665 Bayview Ave., Richmond Hill, Ont., L4C1A0 Accountant/Controller Position Available In Durham Region Accounting Designation Required. Mail Resume:Village Gate Postal Outlet P.O.Box 32566, 9665 Bayview Ave., Richmond Hill, Ont. L4C 1A0 LINK IT UP FOR FREE! Send your business or or- ganization Web address to linkitup@durhamregion.com or call 905.579.4400 ext 2293 to add a free web link to your 411 listing. NOT GOING BACK TO SCHOOL? Marketing co. has 15 F/T outside sales positions. If paid training, guaranteed pay plus bonuses and rapid advancement are what you're looking for, call now! Start Immediately. CALL 905-433-1973 NOW SELECTIVELY HIRING Fe- male Companions for very busy Escort Referral Booking Agency. Must be sexy, prefer 19-25 yrs old, transportation and child care pro- vided. Cash paid nightly. Minimum $800-$1200 weekly. 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REED'S FLORIST - hiring sales clerk and floral designer for Ajax location. Apply by fax (905) 683- 0481. SHINGLERS & LABOURERS re- quired for busy roofing company. Must be reliable. Vehicle an asset. Call (905)427-8613 Registration Officer Positions Required $20.00/hr Avg. We Train You! Call Arron (905) 435-0280 students welcome ROOFING SUBCONTRACTING CREWS to work in Toronto. Best Rates & lots of shingling work. Phone 416-785-5129 ext.270 URGENT - CLEANERS NEEDED Looking for individuals with clean- ing experience for great new op- portunities with cleaning service for residential clients. $9. - $10 per hr. and gas allowances offered. Own vehicle preferred. Serious in- quires only. Call 905-686-5424 now. Scientific Way To LOSE WEIGHT SHAPE UP! Free Body Analysis & Personalized Consultation www.4yourtotalhealth.com 416-631-4180 SHINGLERS AND LABOURERS wanted, must have own transpor- tation. Please call (905)579-4517 THOROUGHBRED HORSE farm looking for stable help. Turn in/out. 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Forward resume by fax or in person: Speedy Business Centre, 102 Dundas St. W, Whitby Ont. Fax: 905-668-1871, Att: Frank ONE OF DURHAM'S Largest In- surance brokerage requires a dy- namic individual to join our team as a Personal Lines CSR. Must be RIBO licensed, knowledge of Agency Manager an asset. Please fax resume to: 905-427-4615, att: Laura PA RT-TIME BILLER:(Experi- enced in bookkeeping A/P, A/R), computers, accounting software. Demonstrates good customer ser- vice skills. Previous experience in transportation industry an asset. Fax resume with wage expecta- tions to: 905-665-1064 or email to kim@bowdentransport.com. PICKERING MANUFACTURER of diploma frames requires full time, entry level customer service repre- sentative. Skills required: detail oriented, well organized, pleasant telephone manner, computer liter- ate (windows, word, excel), good typing & basic knowledge of gen- eral office procedures. University, community college, or equivalent education preferred. 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EXPERIENCED Medical office re- ceptionist required for Ajax office. Fax resume to 905-428-1501. EXPERINECED MEDICAL se- creatry needed minimum 2 years, for family practice in Pickering, FT, blood, work, OHIP billings, booking appointments. Fax resume to (905) 831-5109 FULL TIME CERTIFIED Dental Assistant required for busy Ajax of- fice. Involves evenings and Satur- day hours, experience a must. Send resume to Dr. Nevill, 250 Bayly St., W., Unit #18, Ajax, Ont, L1S 3V4. FULL-TIME DENTAL RECEP- TIONIST required, starting imme- diately. Experience preferred. Also DENTAL ASSISTANT, start- ing end of September, P/T leading to F/T. For Whitby office. Call 905-655-1500. PA RT-TIME RECEPTIONIST re- quired for Doctor's office. Pickering area. Must be flexible. Call (905)839-1134, 9am - 11am PHARMACY TECHNICIAN.Full- time/part-time req'd for our location in Scarborough. We offer excellent hours, wages & benefits. Zadall & long term care experience an as- set. Fax resume to: 905-420-7342 eakers@medicalpharmacies.com X-RAY TECHNOLOGIST required for a multi-clinic practice. Casual or regular part time available. Call (905)434-6889 or (905)576-8249 for more information. PA RT TIME DAY SUPPORT for young woman. In home support and community engagement. Pick- ering.Telephone (905) 839-6933 0% DOWN PAYMENT.3 bdrm de- tached home in Ajax. Quiet street. Asking $239,900 visit website www.simonhomes.ca or call 416- 575-5753 120 QUEEN ST., Bowmanville 2 1/2 storey century home, 2,000+ sq.ft., 4 bedrooms, completely re- finished, all hardwood floors, 9 1/2 ft. ceilings/crown moldings. large eat-in-kitchen. Private lot, fully fenced/landscaped with patio, large front porch, rear cedar lined porch with hottub. 2-car garage /workshop. Asking $339,900. Open House August 7th & 8th, 1-4pm. 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Call (905)686-4891 Call Now! STUNNING WHITBY LOCATION $204,500, 3-bedroom townhouse gas fireplace, finished basement, huge eat-in kitchen w/sundeck must see Call 905-668-7551. Open House Sun. Aug. 15th/22nd. VISIT FACES OF THE FUTURE 2004 @ facesdurhamregion.com. Photo packages now available for purchase. INDUSTRIAL UNITS, next to Oshawa Centre., close to 401, bays with roll-up door. Also a unit that can be attached can be used for for work or office, ample park- ing, good for machining, tool & die, auto repair, detailing, hobby shop or other uses accepted in the zon- ing. All inclusive, very reasonable. Low budget storage units avail. (905)576-2982 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 13, 2004, PAGE 31 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com SELLING YOUR HOME? Inquire about our HOME FOR SALE PACKAGE AJAX 905-683-0707 3 3 & 7 7 Fal b y C r t ., A j a x Rental Office Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (9 0 5 )6 8 6 -0 8 4 5 w ww.a j ax a p a rtme nts .c om 2 & 3 bedroom apartments starting at $978 per mo. On-site superintendent and security. ONE MONTH FREE RENT Condominium Sized Suites 1, 2, 3 Bedroom Apartments starting at $700. ●Renovated suites ●Free Utilities ●Free Parking ●Tenant free rent draw & rewards program ●Senior Discounts Drop by or Call for Appointment 905-728-4993 2 ROOMS FOR RENT - 1 in Health office on Lake in beautiful Port Perry; 1 at New Age store in Port Perry. Suitable for people in natural health or new age thera- pies. Also available for partial week rental and weekend work- shops. Call Debby 905-985-8591 VARIOUS SIZED retail units from 950 sq. ft. to 1450 sq. ft. with basements. Lots of parking. Good exposure. VARIOUS sized office space from 550 sq. ft. to 1900 sq. ft. Well finished, lots of parking. Ve ry reasonable rates. Doug Baird, Century 21, 905-579-7339. MOTIVATED-GOAL ORIENTED 10-30k+/month 1st year potential. CALL 1-888-373-1715 NOW and weshow you how to create your ULTIMATE LIFESTYLE.. AUTO REPAIR SHOP well estab- lished (10 years) and thriving lo- cated in downtown Oshawa. Sales approaching $500,000/year and in- creasing every month. Emission test machine being installed which will substantially increase sales. Service manager and mechanics want to stay. Hundreds of govern- ment employees and 3 big parking garages within 1 block radius. Huge potential to increase sales for right individual who can invest in the right marketing. Shop is 4,600-sq.ft. with 12 car parking lot. Excellent long term lease at $6.00/sq.ft. Asking $240,000, will hold mortgage with 25% down. (905)571-5138 AU TO REPAIR SHOP,2 bays, 2 hoists, full operation. Uxbridge ar- ea. You lease, bus is free. Call days 905-852-3761, evenings 905- 357-2581 AUTOBODY,Ajax. Start-up shop with equipment and clientele. $1000/mo inclusive. Unlimited in- come, be your own boss $39,900. Maxine Mann 905-619-9500. RESTAURANT/BAR FOR SALE $65,000 o.b.o. Potential patio, li- censed for 132, 2 pool tables, of- fice upstairs, new floors, in Picker- ing. Call John at 416-456-5870. THE WEBSITE YOUR BOSS Does not want you to know about. quickinfo247.com/8680668/free WORK AT HOME $529.27 Week- ly. Mail work, Assemble products or Computer work. (416)703- 5655. 24hr message. www.The- HomeJob.ca Or write: Consumer, 599B Yonge Street, #259-222, To- ronto. M4Y 1Z4. (2) -One bedrooms, $675/all inclu- sive; avail. immed. Also 1 bed- room $675/all inclusive, Sept. 1st.. First/last. Downtown Oshawa area. (905)725-8710 1 BEDROOM available immediate- ly. Parking avail. $695/mo. inclu- sive. Whitby. 2 bedroom, $900/mo inclusive. Oshawa. No pets. First/last req'd. (905)424-5083 1 OSHAWA NORTH, 3-bedroom apt., corner unit, quiet building, balcony, appliances, utilities and 1 parking included, $970/month. Avail. immediately. 905-436-9785. 1-BEDROOM $150/weekly, 2-bed- room $865 monthly, 1-bedroom $765 monthly. Clean, quiet, util- ities, parking, appliances, Avail- able August 13th or later. Sim- coe/Mill. Call (905)579-5927 1-BEDROOM AVAILABLE any- time or Sept. 1. Located at 350 Malaga Rd. $675/mo. all inclusive. Please call 905-576-6724 or 905- 242-4478. 1-BEDROOM basement apart- ment, utilities included, parking, laundry, close to downtown Whit- by.$675, first/last. No pets/smoking. Available immedi- ately. Call (905)668-5020 1011 SIMCOE ST. N.,Oshawa - Large 3 bedroom 2 storey town home suites with full basements, available for rent. Private fenced yards with mature trees. $999.00 per month. Call (905) 579-7649 for an appointment. 2 BEDROOM - Rossland/Ritson. Newer well maintained, clean, quiet adult-lifestyle building. Suits retired/ mature working adults. $825/inclusive. Available Sept. 1st. No pets. 905-720-2352. 2 BEDROOM APT. BASEMENT everything plus satellite included first/last $950 inclusive. No pets. Available Sept. 1st. 905-686-4337, 416-854-4009, 905-427-2688. 2-BDRM bsmt apt, 4 appliances, Thickson/Taunton Rd., Whitby. $650/mo + utilities, avail. Sept 1st. Call 905-432-9186 btwn 4-9pm. 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT, $845/month inclusive, Sept/Oct 1st. Immaculate newer building in decent Oshawa neighbourhood, Prefer quality adult tenants, No dogs. 905-439-8893 2-BEDROOM BASEMENT apt., east Oshawa, separate entrance, avail. Sept 1st. $700/month cable. First/last, references includes all utilities + parking, no laundry facil- ities, non-smoker. 905-436-3986. 2-BEDROOM extra large in quiet building, in beautiful Whitby neighbourhood. ideal for adults & seniors. clean building. insuite storage, onsite laundry, ground level parking incl. Avail Aug/Sept 905-668-7758 2-BEDROOM, WHITBY,clean and spacious. Close to GO. Pri- vate entrance, walk-out to large yard. Available immediately. First/last. $880 plus hydro. Please call 416-735-2096 3-BR OR 1-BR MAIN floor, laun- dry, air conditioning, parking, new- ly renovated, close to amenities. $1295 inclusive or $895 inclusive. Available August 15th/ Sept 1st. (905)424-1219 534 Mary St. Whitby.Bachelors, 1, 2 & 3 bedrooms. Clean quiet low-rise building. Park-like setting, balconies, on-site laundry, close to downtown. Bus at front door.(905)666-2450. www.realstar.ca A STUDENT SUITABLE RENTAL, 5 bedrooms, Central Oshawa, near UOIT/Durham College. 2 bathrooms, large kitchen, deck, yard, parking. $425/student. Avail. Sept. 1, no smokers / pets. (905)440-4961 astudentrental@aol.com A STUDENT SUITABLE RENTAL, 5 bedrooms, Central Oshawa, near UOIT/Durham College. 2 bathrooms, large kitchen, deck, yard, parking. $425/student. Avail. Sept. 1, no smokers / pets. (905)440-4961 astudentrental@aol.com AAA Newly renovated 1 bedroom basement apartment in quiet desir- able neighbourhood. Laundry, parking, no pets. Available imme- diately. $675/monthly all inclusive. Call 905-404-9793, please leave message. ADELAIDE/CENTRE ST.-1 and 2 bedroom apartments available immediately. Close to 401 and Oshawa Centre. 905-809-4166. AJAX CHURCH/HWY. 2 -Large 2&3 bedrooms available Sept/Oct.. 1st, in clean, quiet bldg. $950/$1200 month plus parking, utilities included. 905-426-1161 Ajax - large 1 bedroom walkout basement apartment, 4/pc bath, eat-in kitchen, patio, parking, non- smoking, no pets. $800/month, all inclusive, available Sept 15. (905)619-9231 AJAX - Luxury 2 bedroom apart- ment. Walkout, separate entrance, HUGE WINDOWS, heated floors, laundry, GO, no smoking/pets, first/last, references, $900/inclu- sive. Avail. Sept.1. Call 905-619- 3452. kurta@rogers.com AJAX BAYLY/BURCHER large bright LEGAL 2-BEDROOM basement apt., separate entrance, Share laundry, full kitchen/bath, a/c, 2-parking, no pets/smoking, $900/month inclusive first/last. Available immediately. Call (905)619-0833. AJAX HARWOOD and 401, main floor bachelor, $675/mo. No smok- ing. Available Sept. 1st, 1st./last, references, call (905)686-1596 AJAX NORTH, bright clean base- ment apt. Own entrance, parking, close to all amenities, suitable for one person, no pets/smoking. (905)427-7436. AJAX,2-bdrm bsmt. Close to all amenities. Utilities, cable incl. No smoking/pets. $900/mo. Avail. Sept. 1st. First/last req'd. Call days 416-998-8856 or evenings (905)426-9136 AJAX,2-bedroom basement apt. Large, 4 appliances, parking, close to schools, shopping. $800/mo + 1/2 utilities. Avail. Sept/Oct 1st. Call Richard - Days 416-865-7864 Eve/wknds 905-686-9662 AJAX,attractive modern 1-bed- room plus den basement apart- ment, clean, quiet home, mature safe neighborhood, $800/inclusive. Share laundry, one parking. No smoking/pets. lst/last references. (905) 430-3001. AJAX, BASEMENT BACHELOR apt., separate entrance, 4pc bath, parking, air, fridge, stove, minutes to 401. $595/month, share utilities. first/last, non-smokers, no pets. Sept 1st. (416)284-4525 AJAX,clean one bedroom apt, 2 mins form 401, avail. immediately., suitable for single person, $650 in- clusive, first & last required. (905)683-4730. AJAX,off Salem Road, beautiful, bright, basement apt., with separate entrance, laundry, parking shared. Non smoker, no pets, First/last, $750. Call 416-737-4675. AJAX,one bedroom bsmt, Westney/Ritchie, close to 401, semi furnished, separate entrance, no pets/smoking, avail Sept 1st. $750/mo inclusive. First/last. (905)427-8187 AJAX, SOUTH 3-bedroom house, family area, large deck, laundry. ALSO 1 & 2-bedroom basement apts. First/last. No smoking/pets. Avail. Immediately. Near all amen- ities, 416-803-4900. AJAX,spacious 2 bedroom base- ment, like new, private entrance, full kitchen, dining and living room, 4 appliances, 1 parking. $1050 utilities included, first/last required. Available immediately. (905)426- 7341. AVAIL. Sept 1st.Large upper loft, ideal for student, separate en- trance/kitchen, parking, utilities incl. Simcoe/Rossland area. $620/mo. First/last. (905)432-1268 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY in Whitby, Apt. building, spacious, carpeted, newly painted, with bal- cony, close to bus, shopping, all utilities included, first/last required, no pets, 1 bedroom $825, 2 bed- room $925, 3 bedroom $1,025. Call (905)767-2565 BACHELOR,apartment, 576 Mary St. E., Whitby. Small quiet, cozy building. Close to downtown. 905- 665-7509. BEAUTIFULLY renovated, spa- cious 1-bedroom, hardwood, laun- dry, parking in well maintained adult lifestyle building, northwest Oshawa, no pets/smoking. $750/utilities/references, August 30th. Ann 905-728-8041 even- ings, days 905-430-2215 x3284. BLOOR ST. EAST Oshawa (Conveniently located near No Frills)- 1 & 2 bedrooms $550+ $745+ hydro ($50/mo) avail. immed. - Also available 2 bed. $745. +hydro, Sept. 1st. , First/last/1-parking. Immaculate, nice, well-maintained, bright, clean. Laundry, small buildings. Bus stop at door. No pets. 905- 668-1946. BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms. Please call Mon-Fri. 9 a.m.- 8 p.m. 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. BOND/SIMCOE,two Spacious 1 bedroom apartments, $660+hydro. Available August 1st. Both have new appliances, laundry fac. on- site and parking. Call 905-434- 7931. BOWMANVILLE NORTH 3 bed. $795/mo. 2 bed. $695/mo. Excel- lent neighbourhood, large back- yard, laundry, parking, avail. immed/or Sept. 1st. 905-623-6311. BOWMANVILLE, LARGE 2 bed- room plus main floor house, 5 ap- pliances, parking, private laundry, central air, swimming pool, great area, references, no pets. Septem- ber lst. $995 (905) 985-3355 BOWMANVILLE,new one bed- room basement apt. New fridge, stove, washer, dryer, 4pc. bath, util., satellite included. No smok- ing/pets. 1-parking. Avail. Sept. Suit single. $800/mo. (905)623- 6103 or 905-697-6296. CLEAN & QUIET - 2 bedroom, 2-storey apt. available immediate- ly. Fridge, stove, parking, on bus route. Near Oshawa General. $725+utilities. CAll 905-434-8800 CLEAN 1-BEDROOM $720/month, 2-bedroom $790/month, newly decorated. Util- ities included. Simcoe and Mill ar- ea, small quiet apt. building. Call for an appointment. (905)579- 9890. CLEAN, SPACIOUS 2-bdrm, 1-1/2 baths, nice area in Oshawa, close to amenities/park. $795/mo + hy- dro. No pets preferred. Avail. Oct. 1st. 416-998-1251 CLIPPER APARTMENTS AJAX - 2 & 3 Bed. Please call Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. 905-683-6021 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. COURTICE,2-bedroom apt., on upper level of house, new appli- ances, new carpet. Parking, all in- clusive. $1050 monthly, first/last. Available Sept. 1st. Call (905)665- 1905. HOUSE beautiful detached 3-bdrm bungalow, main floor, newly reno- vated, suitable for quiet adult couple. No smoking/pets. $1150- inclusive. first/last/references. Sept 1. ALSO 1-bdrm basement apt. $675, Sept 1, 15 Aug. Olive/Wilson 905-721-9789, 905-922-6751 KING/SIMCOE - 2 bedrooms, laundry facilities, 1 parking, Util- ities included, $845/month, avail- able August 15th or September 1st. Call Val 905-720-0255. LARGE 1 BDRM (800SQ.FT) Quiet Courtice, walk-out backyard. Non-smoker, no pets, first/last, $725, parking incl. 905-436-5844. LARGE 1-Bedroom basement apt., separate entrance. North Oshawa, laundry facilities, c/a, on mature quiet street. Non smoking. $725/month inclusive. Available immediately. Call (905)436-1623 LARGE 2-BDRM APT.Available immediately. Fridge, stove, laundry facilities. Parking included. Close to Oshawa Centre. $750 per month plus hydro. First/last. No pets. Call 905-431-7762. LARGE 2-BEDROOM basement apt., separate entrance, N. Oshawa, 4pc. Bath, kitchen, wood floors, parking available, utilities in- cluded. $850/month, first/last. Available Sept 1st. No smok- ing/pets. 905-720-2639 MAGILL/WESTNEY upper floor 4 bedroom & walk-out 2-bdrm bsmt. Both close to amenities. 1-parking & garage each. Available immedi- ately. No smoking/pets/laundry. (905)428-8656 or (705)437-4813. NEAR OSHAWA CENTRE,newly renovated 2-bedroom apt., in clean, 5-unit building, $725 plus hydro. Suits mature person. Phone (905)839-4659. NEED TO GET OUT OF the doghouse quick? Click 411durhamregion.com for the prefect gift. NEWLY RENOVATED 2-bdrm bsmt apt, separate entrance, park- ing, large backyard, avail. Sept 1st, $900/mo + utilities. ALSO ren- ovated 3-bdrm bungalow, parking, avail. Oct. 1st, $1050/mo + utilities. (416)695-4667 NORTH Oshawa - 2 and 3 bed- rooms October lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two ap- pliances included. Pay cable, park- ing and laundry facilities. (905) 723-2094 NORTH OSHAWA,Park/Adelaide 1-bedroom basement apartment, newly renovated, ceramic, paint etc, parking, coin laundry, suit sin- gle professional. No dogs. $650/in- clusive. Available immediately. First/last. (905) 426-5844 ONE BEDROOM basement apt. Sep. entrance. Cable, utilities, parking included. No pets. Picker- ing area. Available immediately. $800 monthly, first/last. Erica 905- 831-4589. ONE-BEDROOM BSMT APT.lo- cated central park/Adelaide. Park- ing, A/C, separate entrance, 4pc. bathroom, full kitchen, utilities incl. freshly painted, new carpet/floor. Available Sept. 1st. $750/monthly first/last required. 905-720-2886. OSHAWA -2-bedroom apt. and 1 bedroom apartment. Available September 1st. Free parking, coin laundry, fridge, stove, inclusive, $825. and $625. New carpet. Call Bob 905-924-6075. OSHAWA 1 & 2-BEDROOM apts. very clean, located in residential area. New carpets, ample parking. Available immediately. Absolutely no pets/smokers. Call (905)259- 7118 OSHAWA -304 Simcoe S., 17 Quebec St., older apartment build- ings. 1-bdrm apts. $620, heat/ hydro included 2 bed. apt. $700. First/last required. Avail. immed. Stephen 905-576-8699 or 905- 259-5796. OSHAWA 1-bedroom, second floor, clean, $695 incl., Sept. 1st. 1-bedroom, newer basement, $665 incl. Sept/Oct. 1st. Both in- clude utilities/air/cable/parking. Coin laundry. Suits single females. 905-983-6425. OSHAWA APTS., Clean quiet newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bed- room includes utilities, parking, Laundry on site, no dogs. (905)432-8914, (905)571-0425 or 1-888-558-2622 . OSHAWA area. Newly renovated 2-bedroom upper level and 2-bed- room basement apartment in vari- ous locations. 416-402-3435 or 416-704-9826. OSHAWA Central - luxurious 2 bdrm apt., New bathroom, kitchen & appliances, No pets, immediate possession. $800/mo + hydro. 905-725-9473 OSHAWA NORTH - one bed. apt. $750 all inclusive. Available imme- diately. Nonsmoking, first/last. Pri- vate entrance, parking, appliances, near Durham College. (905)721- 1703 OSHAWA Par k/Adelaide area. (230 Nipigon St) 1, 2, & 3-bed- rooms available. Well maintained building. Near all amenities. From only $750/mo. Call (905)723-0977. OSHAWA Simcoe/Brock.1 bed- room, ground floor, no pets, in- cludes water & parking. Hydro and heat by tenant. Avail Sept 1. first/last $600/mo. 416-807-0378 OSHAWA Spacious, bright 1 bed- room basement apt. Separate en- trance. Walk out to ravine. Laundry facilities & parking. Utilities includ- ed. $725/mo. Avail. Sept 1st. (905)571-0889. OSHAWA,2-bedroom available, small very clean quiet building, freshly painted, carpeted, updated decor, heat included, laundry on site. $690 plus hydro. Available im- mediately. (905)434-9844. OSHAWA,avail. Sept 1st. Large, clean, freshly painted 2-bdrm apt w/balcony. New appliances. $875/mo inclusive. Also Simcoe St. N., 1-bdrm, $725/mo inclusive. First/last, no dogs. 905-721-0831 OSHAWA,King/Wilson Quiet building, near shopping, transpor- tation. Utilities and parking includ- ed. 2-bedrooms & 3-bedroom, Sept/Oct 1st. Call (905)571-4912 until 6:30pm. OSHAWA,near O.C. 1-one bed- room, 1-two bedroom. All inclu- sive, working persons preferred. References, first/last. 905-243- 0339, 905-263-2244 OSHAWA,near south GM, 2-bed- room basement apartment, $800/month. Also 2-bedroom main floor, $950/month. Fridge, stove, laundry, parking, utilities and cable included for both. Avail- able immediately. Call 416-456- 5754 or 416-458-4285. OSHAWA,spacious 2-bedroom apt in duplex, livingroom, dining- room, kitchen, backyard & shed. Available Sept 1st. $975 all inclu- sive. Close to all amenities. Phone (905)728-1963 OSHAWA,Spacious sparkling 1- bdrm, main floor of quiet house, avail. immediately. $690/mo inclu- sive, also 1-bedroom basement apt. $590. parking, private en- trance. First/last. (416)284-7502. PICKERING - 3-BEDROOM con- do, freshly painted, available Au- gust 31st. All inclusive, $1450/month, first/last, close to everything. (905)683-5995 or (905)440-5384. PICKERING -Beautiful 2-bdrm bsmt. apt. Separate entrance, parking, appliances, a/c, utilities incl. Suits working person/couple, no smoking/pets. $975/inclusive. First/last, references. Avail. imme- diately. 905-839-5642. PICKERING - WESTSHORE bright 2 bedroom basement, sper- ate entrance, parking, 4 applianc- es, utilities included. lst/last, $825 per month. Sept. lst/ (905) 831- 3681 PICKERING SMALL BACHELOR No smoking/pets. Suits single per- son. Parking. Available August 15th or Sept. 1st. $575 inclusive first/last. 905-666-0907. PICKERING VILLAGE - 1-bdrm. basement apt. Spacious living room, includes utilities, cable, parking. Separate entrance, non- smoker, no pets. Suits single per- son. First/last. $700/mo. Avail. Sept. 1. 905-427-0476. PICKERING VILLAGE,spacious quiet executive basement, 1-bed- room plus office, large windows, high ceilings, kitchen w/island, laundry, satellite. Sept 1st. $1075/month. No smokers or pets. (905)683-0794 PICKERING WHITES/OKLAHO- MA,1-bedroom apartment, separ- ate entrance, parking, $700/inclu- sive . First/last, available October 1st. Call (905)831-8403. PICKERING, TWIN RIVERS/AL- TONA, furnished large 1-bedroom basement apt., separate entrance, all inclusive. No pets/smoking. Call (905)509-8857 or 416-839-7280. $750/month, available Sept 1st. PICKERING,1 bedroom walkout basement apartment, newly reno- vated, separate entrance, garage parking. No pets/smoking, $850/inclusive. First/last required. Available September 1st, Call 905-426-5341. PICKERING,1-bdrm bsmt, separ- ate entrance, close to GO/shop- ping, $750/mo inclusive first/last required. No smoking/pets, avail. immediately. Students welcome. Call 905-683-8607 or 416-821- 8185 PICKERING,Bright walk-out 2- bedroom carpeted basement apt. near Go Station, amenities. Util- ities/cable included. Full-time em- ployed person preferred. No pets/smoking, references. First/last. $750. Contact (905)428- 1652 after 6pm PICKERING, Brock & Hwy #2, basement apt. for rent, sep en- trance, parking. Avail. immediately. 416-444-3977, or 416-441-9190, 647-297-8744 PICKERING,Brock/401, beautiful, spacious new 2 bedroom base- ment apartment. 5 new applianc- es, parking, separate entry and laundry. No pets/smoking. $900/inclusive. Available Septem- ber 1st. (416)706-4400 PICKERING, FINCH/DIXIE,large 2-bedroom basement apt., separ- ate entrance, 1 parking, no smok- ing/pets, share laundry. $900 util- ities & cable included. First/last, references required. Available im- mediately. Call (905)839-8527 PICKERING,Hwy #2/Dixie, Spa- cious 2 bedroom basement apart- ment, appliances, professionally done kitchen. Suitable for single person. $800/mo inclusive. No smoking/pets. First/last. Call (905)831-4866 PICKERING, LIVERPOOL/BAY- LY,3-bedroom main floor, $1300 plus utilities. Plus 2-bedroom basement, $800 plus utilities. Au- gust 25th. No pets/smoking. first/last, references, credit check. (416)509-8534, (416)495-7025 af- ter 6pm PICKERING,near Pickering Town Centre, one bedroom basement apartment, $750. Absolutely no pets/smoking. Avail immediately. Te lephone 905-420-2729. PICKERING,Spacious, 2 bedroom basement apartment, newly finished. Laundry, large backyard. Non-smoker. Dogs owners welcome. Walk to GO. Available immediately, $1000/month inclusive. Evening 905-839-2617, day 416-865-7500 ext 6833. PICKERING,Whites/Sheppard, 2 bedroom basement apartment. Bright interior, walk to school/day care/grocery/bus stop/GO. No pets/smoking, $875, Available im- mediately. Call (905)837-0337. REGENCY PLACE - 15 Regency Cres. Whitby. 50+ Lifestyle Apt. Complex. Clean quiet building, across from park. Close to down- town. Daily activities incl. All util- ities included. Call (905)430-7397. www.realstar.ca. RENOVATED, 2 & 3 BEDROOM apartments in Oshawa. Available Sept. 1, $1200/mo. inclusive, plus parking and laundry. Requires first/last, references and profes- sionals. No pets. Call 416-722- 4709. SHEPPHERD / PORT UNION, Large one bedroom basement apartment, completely renovated. Separate entrance. $800 all includ- ed. No pets/smoking. Prefer work- ing single male or female. Avail- able Sept. lst. (416)724-8585 SIMCOE NORTH- On Russett Ave.2-bdrm. Newly decorated, Good location, bright well main- tained quiet 12plex. Nice neigh- bourhood, close to shopping, bus. Utilities, heating, cable, parking in- cluded, Laundry facilities. $870/$850 month. No dogs. (905)576-2982. SOUTH AJAX 1 BEDROOM APT. Parking, use of swimming pool, shared laundry, A/C. $800/month inclusive, first/last. 905-626-2540. TOWN OF PICKERING -Large, renovated, partly furnished, bsmnt apt., utilities and cable included. Quiet, single person preferred. No pets or smoking! 1-parking, shared kitchen. Walk to amenities. Avail. Sept. 1. Call 905-837-7614. TWO BEDROOM basement apart- ment with walkout, $800 per mo. plus utilities. No smoking, no pets. Harwood/Hwy 2. Available Sept. lst. (416) 939-0002 UXBRIDGE new townhouse/apart- ment rentals. 2 bedroom, 4 appli- ances, air conditioning, patios/gar- den, parking, storage. A few left. (905) 852-4777 WHITBY -A+ 1200 sq. ft. walk- out bsmnt. apt. Includes utilities, cable, jacuzzi tub, gas fireplace, a/c, deck, bbq, double parking. Avail. Sept. 1. Suits non-smoking single/couple. $990/mo. Phone 905-665-7747. WHITBY (Cochrane/Rossland) - Christian home, 1 bdrm. bsmnt. apt., separate entrance. Avail. im- mediately, references, first/last, $750. Single, Christian person pre- ferred. Call Yvette 905-430-5328. WHITBY -Brock/Burns, bright, 1 bdrm. basement apt. Separate en- trance. Laundry, cable, parking in- cluded. Available Sept.1. $800/mo. inclusive. Call 905-668-5593. WHITBY - LARGE ONE bedroom basement apartment, bright ground level, separate entrance, central air, parking, no smok- ing/pets. $695 month. Available Flexible (905) 665-2508 WHITBY BACHELOR APT.par- tially furnished, separate entrance, a/c, 3pc bath, kitchen, laundry, cable, parking. Non smoking/pets. $670 inclusive. First/last. Sept. 1st. Call 905-666-3949 WHITBY GARDEN/ROSSLAND - 2 bedroom basement apartment, separate entrance, $850/mo. in- cludes heat/water/hydro/laundry. No smoking/pets. Available imme- diately. 905-665-5248, cell 416- 254-2417. WHITBY large brand new bachelor apt. Separate entrance, all inclu- sive, cable, parking, laundry, int- net.. Large deck to share with owner. $660/inclusive. Avail Sep- tember 1st. Call (416)209-4857 WHITBY Place, 900 Dundas St. E., One and two bedroom suites. Low rise building, park like setting, balcony or patio. Close to down- town. In-suite storage. All util. incl. (905)430-5420. www.realstar.ca WHITBY, LEGAL NEW large & bright 1-bedroom lower level. Separate entrance, parking, full kitchen, shared laundry, new 3pc bathroom. No pets/smoking, first/last, available immediately. 905-444-9392. WHITBY, QUIET residential set- ting, 2 bedroom apt., parking and utilities included. $1200/month. 905-434-2443. WHITBY,rare vacancies, 6-plex apt building. one-bdrm & two-bdrm units both avail. Sept 1. 905-706- 3640 for full recorded details. http://photos.yahoo.com/231kent @rogers.com to see photo tour WHITBY, THICKSON/BURNS area one bedroom walk out bright basement Apt. appliances. laundry included, $750./mo. inclusive, avail. Sept 1st. no smoking/pets. (905)427-5128 A-ABA-DABA-DO NOBODY NEEDS TO RENT If you're paying $750+/mo you CAN OWN - LET ME SHOW YOU! Ken Collis, Assoc. Brkr, Coldwell Banker RMR R.E. (905)728-9414 or 1-877-663-1054 kencollis@sympatico.ca 2-BEDROOM HOUSE,Main Level, Suit professionals $1050.00/mo+ utilities Hardwood floors, 4 appliances, large yard. Quiet neighbourhood, parking 2 cars, North Oshawa 5mins to cam- pus. No dogs, first/last, references. Brent 905-439-2867 3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW Main floor apartment, completely newly renovated. New kitchen, all new appliances. Close to all amenities. No smokers, no pets. $1000/month plus 1/2 utilities. 905-924-3076 after 6pm. 3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW, Oshawa, 4 appliances, freshly painted, hardwood floor, $1100 plus utilities. Available October 1st. first/last/credit check required. No pets. Telephone (905)433-1632. 3 BEDROOM HOUSE - Near Oshawa Centre. $950+all utilities. First/last and references required. Landlord lived in basement apt. No pets. Available September 1st. Please call 905-579-7905 after 12 noon for apt. 4-BEDROOM detached house. Dundas/Thickson. C/air, fireplace, large backyard, hardwood floors. Ample parking. New kitchen/bath- room. Available immediately. $1395 plus utilities. Call Gus for details. 416-222-5089, 416-737- 6664 A LOVELY DETACHED house Ritson/Olive. Available Sept 1st. 3-bdrms, M/F fam, single garage, private drive, 5 appliances, Park & school nearby $1200/mo+utils. Lilian (905)655-4321 419-716- 2839 AAA1 MANY HOUSES,To wn- houses semis & fully detached homes from $1200 - $4000/month plus utilities. In Pickering, Ajax Whitby, Oshawa, Courtice & Bow- manville, Call Garry Bolen, Asso- ciate Broker, Sutton Group Status Realty Inc. (905)436-0990. ABSOLUTELY astounding 6 months free, then own a house from $600/month o.a.c. Up to $5,000 cash back to you! Require $30,000 plus family income and good credit. Short of down pay- ment? Call Bill Roka, Sales Rep. today! Re Max Spirit (905) 728- 1600, 1-888-732-1600 AJAX & WHITBY,Ajax, 3+1 bdrms, 5 appliances, 3 baths, main floor. Whitby, 3-bdrm townhouse, 5 appliances, 2 baths, fin. bsmt, backyard. Both properties excel- lent condition. Call (905)771-7633 view www.speedyrental.com AJAX 2-bedroom wartime house, Harwood/401. 5-appliances, gar- age, $975+utilities. ALSO Whitby downtown 1-bdrm basement apt $600-inclusive. First/last. After 6:00pm (905)706-5200 AJAX SOUTH (easy 401 access) Available September 1st., main- floor 3-bedroom semi-bungalow, $1075 plus part utilities. Includes 2-car parking, large fenced in backyard. laundry, close to schools/shopping, no pets/smok- ing, First/last/references. (905) 686-6773. AJAX WESTNEY/RAVEN- SCROFT, Detached three bed- room 2-story 1 1/2 bath garage, CAC, fenced backyard, large deck, excluding basement, quiet residen- tial street. Bo Gustafsson Sutton Group 416-783-5000. AJAX, GREAT LOCATION:main floors of detached house, 3-bed- room, separate living and dining rooms, eat-in kitchen, c/air, appli- ances, parking, $1200 monthly plus 80% utilities. No pets/smok- ers, October 1st. (905)509-1437 AJAX, Hwy #2/Salem - Immacu- late 3-bdrms detached house. 5 appliances, c/a, fin. bsmt, large backyard. Avail. Sept 15th. $1300/mo + utilities. Call (905)426- 8060 or 416-802-7679 AVAILABLE mid-Sept/Oct 1. Whitby, 4-bedroom, 2-1/2 baths, double garage, $1300/mo + util- ities, first/last, credit check, refer- ences. Maria (905)471-6190 BOWMANVILLE,spacious open- concept, sunny main floor of bun- galow, private entrance, garage, private laundry, no pets/smoking, Available Aug 15. $1250 includes utilities,, use of yard, first/last, am- ple parking. 905-697-3850. BRAND NEW SEMI All brick, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 5 Tea- garden Court, (Northeast Whitby). $1300+utilities. Available from September 1st. Call Ray (416)399- 3142 or Pat (905)720-0228 N. OSHAWA,quiet court location, total renovated, 3-bedroom bunga- low, main floor, all new hardwood floors, plus huge 2-bedroom base- ment apt., Separate laundry facil- ities, $1275 up, $950 down. All util- ities and parking. 10+ property. Todd 905-666-1259 OSHAWA Bloor/Grandview 3 bedroom 4-level semi backsplit. Finished basement with fire- place/bar. Newly renovated. 6 ap- pliances. Available Sept 1. $1250+utilities. No smoking/pets. First/last/references. (905)925- 7367 OSHAWA,2-bdrm units for rent in house on quiet side street, clean & bright, reasonable rents, utilities incl. Avail Sept 1st. Call (416)892- 8864 PICKERING WHITE'S RD.,south of 401, 3 bedrooms, finished base- ment, first time rented, $1,550 plus utilities. Available August 28th. References, lst/last, Telephone 416-453-1318. SPACIOUS 3 bedroom, 3 bath- rooms, Steps to Pickering Town Centre, close to Go, $1400+ gas and hydro. Laundry fac, parking. First/last/references. Avail. imme- diate. Renata Leonowicz, Remax Ability 1-800-600-8963. WHITBY -3 bdrm. house, top floor. Nice, quiet neighbourhood, close to schools & 401. Parking. $1200 + 2/3 utilities. Available Sept. 1. First/last. 905-626-8105. WHITBY - BEAUTIFUL 3 bdrm. detached. Burns & Kendalwood ar- ea. Finished walkout basement. Large yard, 5 appliances, August 15th / September 1st. Non-smok- ers/pets. $1400 plus utilities. First & last. References. Credit check. 905-665-6545. CARRIAGE HILL Colborne St. E., Oshawa- 2 & 3 bedrooms avail- able. Close to downtown and shopping. 4 appliances, carpet and hardwood flooring, close to 401 and GO. Utilities included. Call (905)434-3972. www.real- star.ca Open house Wed. Thurs. Fri. 7-9 p.m. NEWLY RENOVATED condo townhouse, $1200 inclusive. Im- mediate occupancy. Near 401 Oshawa. Call (416)265-8393 NORTH PICKERING,Spacious 3- bedroom with granny flat. 7 appli- ances, C/A, C/V, fireplace. No smoking/pets. Available now. $1500 plus utilities. First/last. Call Irene (416)926-8287. OSHAWA south 3 & 4 bedroom townhouses, close to schools, shopping. $975 & $1050/month plus utilities. First/last. Toll-free 1- 866-922-6422, 905-579-9956. PRINGLE CREEK CO-OP,95 Crawforth St., unit 85 Whitby, (905)666-2008 is accepting appli- cations for 3 bedroom units, Sep/Oct 1st, $896 plus utilities. Subject to membership policy ap- proval. Applications available at Community Centre Unit 85, 10am- 4pm.- Mon.-Thurs., (On Friday, Sat. & Sun pick-up points are post- ed on Community Centre's door between, 10am-7pm). Sorry no subsidy available. TAUNTON TERRACE - 100 Taun- ton Rd E., Oshawa. 3 bedrooms with/without garage. 3 appliances, hardwood flooring, Outdoor pool, sauna, Children's playground close to all amenities. Fenced back- yards. 905-436-3346. www.real- star.ca. A QUIET CHEMONG lakefront room, 15 min. North of Peterbo- rough, share kitchen and bath, use of canoe, beach and dock. Suit single working person. Furnished or unfurnished. No smoking/pets. lst/last. Call (705) 657-2525 A1, LARGE BEDROOMS, $400/month, clean spacious, pri- vate setting. Eat-in Kitchen, 5 ap- pliances, laundry, parking, cable and phone line provided. No smoking/pets, students welcome. 905-837-8980 Ajax Westney Heights 1 furnished room in house $400/monthly Cable, share facilities, suit non-smoking working male. First/last, no parking Ava ilable September 1st. (905)428-9114 BEDROOM,living and bathroom, share kitchen. South Ajax, near hospital & bus. Suit mature pro- fessional. Available September 1st. (905)686-6672 PICKERING - large bedroom, use of living room, share kitchen and bath, use of all facilities. Close to Go and 401. All inclusive. $400 per mo. Must see. (416)220-8196. PICKERING,2 separate bed- rooms for rent in quiet home, price negotiable, available immediately, near shopping & amenities. Shared utilities. Female preferred. Call (905)426-1974 leave msg. SUPER CLEAN air conditioned rooms for rent, $425 & $475. Huge kitchen & bath facilities. Centrally located in Oshawa. Available im- mediately. Call David (905)243- 5091. FEMALE STUDENT looking to share 2-bdrm Oshawa townhouse. $460/mo + share utilities. Female preferred. Avail. August 1st. (905)576-4202 LOWER LEVEL of bungalow to share, full use of house. Includes fully furnished room, laundry, util- ities, backyard, ample parking, garage. Available now. Bowman- ville, easy 401 access. Walk to all amenities. $625/mo. 905-697-3850 OSHAWA,share 3 bedroom townhouse, close to college, $450/month including utilities, available September. Female pre- ferred. (905)987-2156 PICKERING - FRENCHMAN'S Bay, Suits single, freshly painted, bright basement, available immedi- ately, $595/month plus 1/3 utilities, 905-839-4736 PICKERING,Liverpool/Finch area, bedroom with shared bathroom, non-smoker preferred. Available September 1st. $450/monthly. Use of all facilities. On bus route, near amenities. Call (905)831- 7778, leave message. WEEKLY hall rentals, 1955 Val- leyfarm Rd., Pickering. Best suits service clubs. Hourly rates, air conditioned, seats 250 people. Please call Donald Lafontaine at 905-666-8431 after 5pm CLEARWATER Florida, 2-3 bed- room furnished manufactured homes. 85 degree pool, 105 de- gree hot tub, 30 mins to Stanley Cup Champions ($15/seat). Chil- dren welcome. Photos shown in your home. $300/weekly (less than motel) (905)683-5503. GREAT FISHING and family holi- day on Rice Lake. Modern cottag- es. Sandy beach, playground, na- ture trails, 1 hour from Oshawa. August & Labour Day Available available. (705)696-2601 web: sunnymead.ca LOVELY 3 BEDROOM Lakefront Cottage on Buckhorn Lake, beauti- ful view, available week of August 21st-218th, also booking Septem- ber weekend and weekly book- ings. Call Sheila, 647-284-4658. 1990 CORSAIR TRAILER,sleeps 6, includes awning shed and deck on waterfront lot in Hiawatha park, rice lake, asking $7,200 including 2004 fees. Telephone (905)728- 5092 or cell (905) 213-5092 1995 BON AIR tent trailer, stored indoors in the winter, good shape, sleeps 5. $4,000. Call (905)839- 6143 1995 NORTHLANDER Medow- brook park model, 38'x12'. A/C, full size fridge, stove and bath, oak cabinets, 38x12 deck, water front- age Rice Lake, lot 50'x100'. $29,900. (506)858-0269 8 FT. TRUCK CAMPER,3-way fridge, furnace, stove. Fits 1/2 ton truck, sleeps 4, needs TLC. $800 obo. 905-404-8811. A/P PAGE 32 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 13, 2004 www.durhamregion.com INVITATION TO BID Bids for services listed below address to; The Distribution Manager News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave. Ajax On. L1S 2H5 Will be received until 5 p.m. Friday August 20, 2004. Contract commencing October 1, 2004 (or before if required).Work consists of counting or in- serting, bundling and dropping off papers, flyers, catalogues and other products to specific drop;lo- cations on the Ajax area, and providing warehous- ing for pick up of product by adult carriers. Delivery to be completed within 2hrs after receiving final product. Information packages available at 130 Commercial Ave. Ask for Ajax area - Bid#1 Lowest or any bids not necessarily accepted, only the successful company will be contacted. Call for Proposals Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC) is accepting funding applications from organizations interested in obtaining financial assistance to provide Employment Assessment, Case Management and Employment Group Sessions to unemployed persons in Durham Region. Application packages containing the full eligibility and proposal requirements are available at the Oshawa Human Resources Centre of Canada at: 78 Richmond Street West Oshawa, Ontario L1G 1E1 or on the Internet at www.hrsdc.gc.ca CFP-ON-0405-OSHAWA-002 Proposals and funding applications must be received no later than 2 p.m. on Sept. 1, 2004. Please make any inquiries with respect to this Call for Proposals to: Carl Gulliver Human Resources and Skills Development Canada carl.gulliver@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca Please quote CFP 002 in the subject line. DAYCARE OPEN HOUSE & REGISTRATION Join us on Thursday August 19th from 6:30 - 8:30 pm at the newly renovated VALLEY FARM DAYCARE 1995 Valley Farm Rd (at Finch) (905)839-5726 Spaces available for September under new management INFANTS - 12 YEARS OLD -safe home envionment -programming - personal attention -receipts - full or part-time -caregivers screened, trained, receive on going support, regular inspections -Licenced by MCFCS DURHAM PROFESSIONAL HOME DAY CARE 905-509-1207 F a l l R e g i s t r a t i o nFall R e g i s t r a t i o nFall Registration S h o wShowShow Wednesday September 1st 2PM til 7 30 PM Jubilee Pavilion (Corner of Lakeview Park and Simcoe St. South) Oshawa Presents For Further Information Please Call This Week S PECIAL I N P APER R EGISTRATION S ECTION F RIDAY , A UGUST 27 Inside Sales Retail 905-579-4400 Classified 905-576-9335 ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 35 Church St. N., Pickering Village 905-683-7311 Sunday Family Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School - Supervised Nursery Pastor John Bigham EVERYONE WELCOME Publishes every Friday D EADLINE: 12:00 noon Wednesday T O A DVERTISE : Call Janice @ 905-683-0707 or Fax: 905-579-4218 W ORSHIP C OME & & & The Pickering Baha´i Community Invites You to Reflect on the Following Passage “Nothing whatever can, in this Day, inflict a greater harm upon this Cause than dissension and strife, contention, estrangement and apathy, among the loved ones of God” For More Information: www.ca.bahai.org pickeringlsa@hotmail.ca Garage Sale Saturday August 14th, 9:00am - 2:00pm 583 Park Cres., Pickering Off Oklahoma and Whites Rd. Mens bike and clothing, women's shoes and clothing, fax machine, 2 Kayaks, household items, cord less phone and baked goods. Rain Date Saturday, August 21st. MOVING CONTENTS SALE John Boddy homeowner. 7 and 16 Mortimer Cres., Ajax Saturday, August 14th 8 a.m. start furniture, appliances, house wares, crystal, electronics and much more. Come for great deals GARAGE SALE Saturday, August 14 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. 1656 Portland Crt., Pickering Household items, books, furnishings, 100's of CDs, refreshments, and more... GARAGE/YARD SALE PRICING: This size $49.00 +GST runs Friday Ajax Pickering News Advertiser Deadline: 2:30 Thursday More info. 905-683-0707 GARAGE/MOVING SALE 2325 Strathmore Cres,Pickering (Major Oakes area) Saturday Aug 14 & Sun Aug 15 8:00 am wide variety of collectables, baby goods, furniture etc. Garage Sale Saturday August 14th, 8:00am start. 2 Pinoak Rd, Ajax Proceeds to St. Andrews Presbyterian Church 1370 Fieldlight Blvd (Liverpool/Hwy 2) HOSTING 3RD ANNUAL YARD SALE Large variety of items Sat. Aug 14th, 9am- 5pm (Rain date Sun Aug 15) YARD SALE SATURDAY, AUGUST 14 - 8 A.M. 1481 ROSEBANK RD. PICKERING All proceeds to the Gingerbread Nursery School YARD SALE 729 Yeremi St., Pickering Sat. Aug 14th 8am-11am GARAGE SALE Sat. & Sun., Aug 14 & 15th, 10-4pm 7 Mikin Crt., Ajax (Rossland/Westney) 40 ft. Travelaire Trailer, $19,500. Full tip-out, large shed, large Flori- da room, screen gazebo, fully fur- nished, extras, everything includ- ed. Shelter Valley, Grafton. Must see! Call Steve or Jamie 1-905- 349-2037. HOUSE TRAILER FOR SALE, 13 x 48, fridge and stove included. Asking $20,000. Telephone (705)374-5315. Ask for Gord. 16' GLASTRON RUNABOUT, 70hp Mercery outboard motor. Aluminum Trailer included, $2800 OBO. 1991 Chevy Silverado, 3/4 Ton, 350 engine, As is, $1900. Paul 905-434-6800, 905-767-3926 BOAT/MOTOR - (1998) 15 hp Yamaha Motor, with less than 150 hours and 12' aluminium boat for sale. $l,500. Call (905) 342-3863 FOUND: KITTEN,approx 13 weeks, very pretty tabby, near Duf- fin's Bay school. Free to good home. 905-428-8484. SINCERE SINGLES Professional Introduction Service "Where Hap- piness Begins" specializing in long-term relationships. 1/2 price special now on! Toll free 1-866- 719-9116 www.sinceresingles.ca TIRED OF SPENDING Saturday nights at home? Click 411durhamregion.com for local clubs and pubs. DATING SERVICE - Free Brows- ing, FREE for women meeting men. Durham & Beyond, tele- phone voice ads & internet ads combo. 905-683-1110 for voice ads. www.911dating.com for inter- net ads. LOOKING FOR A MATCH made in heaven or in Durham? Click Personals at durhamregion.com. SCOLIOSIS Do you have a child with scoliosis? My son has recently been diagnosed and I'm looking to begin or join a support group for myself and my son. If you live in Durham Region (we live in Uxbridge) please call me at:416-433-0773 EXPERIENCED NANNY to man- age two great kids aged 9 & 14 daily 3-6pm. Must have car. Pick- ering. Call (905)421-8900 LIVE-IN certified oversees nannies/care givers. Elder care, special needs, minimum wage ap- plies. No fee employers OEA. (416)699-6931. PICKERING FULL-TIME nanny required for 2 children. Must have valid drivers license. 905-436- 0454. AFFORDABLE daycare, full/part time, for kids of all ages, available in a loving home, close Lord Elgin, Roland Mitchener Schools Ajax., nutritious food, hobbies, crafts. (905)427-8667 CELEBRATE FAMILY.Click Mile- stones at durhamregion.com. AFFORDABLE loving daycare, non smoking, reliable/experienced, mother of 2. Steps to Glengrove P.S.on St. Anthony Daniels bus/route. Large fenced backyard. Playroom/ crafts/ outings. Snacks, lunch. Valley Farm Rd./Kingston Rd. Near PTC. References. Call Debbie (905)839-7237 AJAX off Old Harwood. Experi- enced mother of one offering day- care. Fun, clean, smoke-free envi- ronment. Daughter attends Rober- ta Bondar P.S. Nutritious snacks/lunches. Jennifer (905)426-9549 DIXIE/FINCH AREA,affordable daycare available. Bright, spa- cious, loving environment. Close to Maple Ridge P.S. Call (905)839- 9705. HOME DAYCARE available be- fore, after school & afternoons. Children attend St. Isaac Jogues School. Call Caroline (905)837- 2695 RESPONSIBLE home childcare, 15 years experience infants- 10 years. First-Aid/CPR, creative play and outdoor activities. Church/De- laney. Call Elaine (905)683-0352 PSYCHICS reader and advisor, help in all life's problems, satisfac- tion guaranteed, specializing in Palm, Tarot and Crystal Ball read- ings, always private and confiden- tial, house parties available. (905)665-3222. OUR FAMILY HAS GROWN BY 2 FEET Kevin & Sue Potts (nee Schnalzer) are happy to announce the safe arrival of Carson Karl born Sunday August 1st, 2004 at 4:10 p.m. weighing 7lbs 14 oz. A little brother for Megan & Thomas. Carson is welcomed by proud grandparents Karl & Stella Schnalzer David & Jeannie Potts Special thanks to the nurses Chris Kurt & Sandy M. at Centennary Hospital for delivering Carson safely. In Memory Of TREVOR LEROY WHITE September 4, 1977 - August 5, 1994 As time went by, The pain subsides. The memories go on deep inside The family got bigger. Nephews & Nieces are told Of an uncle they had who never got old. The sun in the day The stars at night That's our Trevor keeping Everything bright. Lovingly Remembered By Mom, Dad, Brothers & Family DUNN, George.It is with heavy hearts we an- nounce the passing of George on Sunday, July 11, 2004 at Centenary Hospital in his 77th year. Sur- vived by his wife Rachel and their children, Chris- tianne, Susan (Bob), Allan and Richard (Joann). Loving grandfather of Zachery, Joshua, Megan, Sara and Riley. Survived by his brothers John, Fr ancis, Jim and Donald. A memorial service will take place on Wednesday, August 18th, 2004 at 2 p.m. from THE SIMPLE ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL CENTRE,1057 Brock Road, Pickering (south of 401), 905-686-5589.Visitation 1 hr. prior to service.11PC. CHERRY Diningroom set, buffet, hutch, pedestal table, 8 chairs $900 o.b.o. 3 pc. taupe, so- fa, love seat & chair, excellent con- dition, $800. (905)686-6577 2x6 CEDAR - $1.30/ft; 3-4" flag- stone $2-sq.ft WOODLEY SAW MILL 905-263-2121. 3 WHEEL GO-GO scooter with ac- cessories, $600. Call (905)839- 3947 A DININGROOM, cherry wood, double pedestal table, 8 chairs, Buffet, hutch, dovetail construc- tion. New, still in boxes. Cost $11,000, sacrifice $2,600. 416- 746-0995. A King orthopedic pillowtop mat- tress set. New in plastic, cost $1600. Sacrifice $550. 416-746- 0995. Can deliver A-1 CARPETS, CARPETS, CAR- PETS!! 3 rooms installed with pad from $289 (30 yds). All Berber carpets on sale now! Free up- grade to 12 mm premium pad with every installation, 20 oz Berber carpet starting at 0.69 sq. ft., car- pet only. Lots of selection for eve- ry budget. Three month equal payment plan available. Free in home quote. SAILLIAN CARPETS at 905-242-3691 or 905-373-2260, 1-800-578-0497. AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES HANK'S APPLIANCES-Air Con- ditioners $75/up, Large selection of newer, approx 2 years old, while quantities last. Freezers $149/up, Washers $175/up, dryers $149/up, stoves $99/up, fridges $100/up. Coin-op washers/dryers. Bar fridg- es $50+up, freezers, chest & up- right $149+up;RENT TO OWN AVAILABLE! Why wait, buy it now! Visit our showroom. Par ts/Sales/Service. 426 Simcoe St. S. Mon-Fri, 8-6pm. Sat 9-5pm. (905)728-4043 ALL NEW QUEEN orthopedic mattress, cost $1000, sell $200. Call 905-213-4669. ANTIQUE D/R SUITE.Buffet, side board server, table, 6 chairs. 10pc. Walnut/Maple. Asking $5500.00, call 905-444-9434, leave message. ANTIQUE FOUNTAIN BOY & A Dolphin..Collector's item. 905-697- 9462. ANTIQUES AND COLLECT- IBLES sale, August 21 and 22nd 10 - 4, 24 - dealers, china, toys, glassware, furniture, etc. Bobcay- geon Curling Arena. Prizes. Re- freshments. Admission - $3, sup- ports Museum. (705) 738-9482 APARTMENT SIZE stackable washer/dryer, brand new, used 2 months. Proof of purchase. $800. 905-427-8005. APPLIANCES,refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer, apartment size washer & dryer. Mint condition. Will sell sep- arately, can deliver. Call (905)839- 0098 BACK TO SCHOOL new and used computers, notebooks and monitors. Good selection of parts on hand, 1501 Hopkins St. Whitby (905)430-8081 BBQ TIME -Gov't. inspected Ont. grain fed beef. Sides, split sides at bargain prices while supplies last. $1.70/lb. Bruce 705-432-3031 or Marie 905-986-4932 BED,Aamazing bargain, queen orthopedic mattress set, new in plastic, warranty, $250. 416-741- 7557.Will deliver BEDROOM SET,cherrywood, bed, chest, dresser, mirror, 2 night stands. Dovetail construction, nev- er opened. In boxes. Cost $9,000 Sacrifice $1,900. (416) 748-3993 BEDROOM SUITE,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mirror, tall dresser, 2 night tables, new. Cost $7450, sell $2,200. Call 905- 213-4669. BROIL-MATE BBQ,propane tank included, brand new, used once. Asking $250. Call 905-579-2581. BUFFET & HUTCH,French Pro- vincial, Solid cherry, Knechtel, fur- niture, excellent condition $1800. Beaumark, stove, white, good working condition $100. Antique pipe organ, working condition, sol- id oak $500. (905)244-5910 CEDAR Trees for sale, starting from $3.50 each. Planting avail- able. Free Delivery. Call Bob 705-341-3881. CARPETS.Laminate and vinyl sale. 3 rooms, 30sq yds. for $319. Commercial carpet including pre- mier underpad and installation. Laminate $1.69sq ft. Click system. Residential, commercial, customer satisfaction guaranteed. Free Esti- mate. Mike 905-431-4040 COMPUTERS: BITS AND BYTES Computer Services. SPECIAL Free CD Burner with P3/450 com- plete system purchase only while quantity lasts! Complete system Internet ready: P3/450 only $279; P2/350 only $209; Laptops starting from $199. Other systems avail- able. CD-RW upgrade only $50. Interac, Visa & Mastercard accept- ed. Layaway Plans. 27 Warren Avenue, Oshawa (1 block East of Park & Bond). www.bitsandbytes- tech.com Call 905-576-9216. DINING ROOM SUITE Ta b le with Buffet 9 pieces, solid wood. Like new. $1200. 905-426-2558 416- 948-9602.. DINING ROOM SUITE,cherry- wood, buffet, hutch, arm chairs & side chairs, pedestal table, dove- tail drawers, Cost $9550, sell for $2950. New, still in boxes. 905- 213-4669. FOR IMMEDIATE SALE.fine wooden cash counters, boutique glass jewellery showcase a glass display. call (905)831-4442 FRIDGE & STOVE almond, work- ing, $200/pair. 27cu.ft. black side- by-side fridge, GE Profile, Culligan water & Ice maker, 4 yrs. new, $1000.obo. Call (905)420-0838 GARAGE DOORS with windows, 84 x 90 inches, tracks, springs in- cluded. $350. Telephone (905) 831-5244 GUN SHOW Sun., Aug. 15th 7:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. JUBILEE PAV ILION South on Simcoe St. to Lakeview Park Rd. Oshawa. (905) 679-8812 HOT TUB 2004 all options, water- fall, ozanator, red wood cabinet, never used, still in wrapper. Cost $9995, sell $5000. 416-746-0995 HOT TUB COVERS & Pool Safety Covers - best quality, best prices, all colours, all sizes, large variety available. Delivery included. Cen- tral Ontario Hot Tubs, call Paul 905-259-4514 or 416-873-9141. IS YOUR SATELLITE DOWN AGAIN AND AGAIN??? HERE'S YOUR ANSWER. FREE TO AIR CARDLESS SATELLITE, serving all of Durham CALL: 416-435-1974 LARGE VICTORIAN style dining room suite, buffet with glass cabi- net, double extended table with 6 chairs, like new $l,500. Gail (905) 404-3876. LEATHER SECTIONAL -Navy blue (bought at The Brick). Separ- ates into four sections. Excellent condition, $1200. 905-426-2556. LIKE NEW, elegant dinette set. Round glass, black iron chairs. $400. Queen bed set. High qual- ity. thick. mattress. $450. (905)426-5908. MISSED THAT SALE AGAIN be- cause you recycled the flyer? Then click on online flyers at durhamregion.com and never miss another sale again MOVING SALE:New Stainless Steel Kitchen Aid Fridge:bought Feb 2004, val. $1800 @ Sears, red. to $900.00( 1/4" scratch )will sell @ $600.00; 2 Technic Flr. Speakers, 3 yrs old -3' tall $50 each; NEW Trampoline-12ft val.$269.00 will sell $170.00.Call 905 668-5594 for info. NEW DANBY WINDOW air condi- tioners 5,000 btu $149 each, 8,000 btu $279., 12,000 btu $399. other sizes available. new danby apt sized freezers $199. New Danby bar fridges, $139/up. Also, variety of new appliances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Reconditioned fridges $195/up, re- conditioned ranges $125/up, re- conditioned dryers $125/up, recon- ditioned washers $199/up, new and reconditioned coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New Danby Frost-Free Apt. size fridges $399., new 30" ranges with clock and window $430. Recondi- tioned 24" ranges and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and recon- ditioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 NEW GE OVERHEAD Microwave w/hoodrange $200 O.B.O. Leather sofa, cream, $200 O.B.O. Moun- tain bike, maxam warp drive, alu- minum frame, shimano deore XT gearing, Judy shocks, $1100 O.B.O.Plus. Must sell moving. Jim 905-723-0814. OAK/SLATE pool table & acces- sories $1850-obo. Solid burner stove, self-cleaning, Icemaker fridge, beige, $300/pr. Pinball ma- chine $350-obo. (905)683-6544 ONE 2 SPEED INDUSTRIAL Floor Machine. Like new. Asking $900. Call 905-243-7526. OFFICE CLEAROUT - 2 used photocopiers, $899 (60 copies per minute d/s 11x17); most used chairs only $20; racks, displays, cabinets, boardroom table, 2 used cash registers. Call Speedy Busi- ness Centre (905)668-0800 PIANO & BENCH,apt size, Ma- son & Risch, top of the line, blonde oak, ivory keys, excellent condi- tion. Asking $1,650. Call (905)571- 3554 PIANO Te chnician available for tuning, repairs, & pre-purchase consultation on all makes and models of acoustic pianos. Re- conditioned Heintzman, Yamaha, Mason & Risch, & other grand or upright pianos for sale. Gift Certifi- cates available. Call Barb at 905- 427-7631 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com. Visa, MC, Amex PIANOS & CLOCKS - back to school sales starts August 16th. Roland digital pianos, Samick pia- nos, also sale on Howard Miller clocks. Large selection of used pianos (Yamaha, Kawai, Heintz- mann, etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental pay- ments apply. Call TELEP PIANO (905)433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! PLAYSTATION2 MOD CHIPS Chip installed from $125. XBOX MOD CHIPS Chip installed from $125. Several chips available for each console. For all the details: www.durhammods.com North End Oshawa. 905-626-0542 POOL table, 1" slate. Solid ash. All accessories. New in box. Cost $6700, sell for $2950. 905-213- 4669. POOL/SNOOKER TABLE Slate 5x10 A-1 condition, all accesso- ries. Tiffany lamp 2 sets balls etc. $2500-obo. (Pickering) Stan (905)420-9553 PRIVATE SALE Dining room suite, Duncan Fyfe style mahoga- ny, 6-chairs heart. Elegant buffet, 2-pc, mahogany, mirrored hutch w/glass doors 82"high x 51"long x 17". Credenza 74"-long, 16 draw- ers, maple. (416)444-3880 905- 725-4524 RENT TO OWN - New and recon- ditioned appliances, new TV's, Stereos, Computers, DVD Players, Furniture, Bedding, Patio Furni- ture, Barbecues & More! Fast de- livery. No credit application re- fused. Paddy's Market, 905-263- 8369 or 1-800-798-5502. SACRIFICE dark brown couch, chair, ottoman, leather, 2 end ta- bles, coffee table, glass tops, 2 lamps, 4 mo. old paid $4,900. ask- ing $2,600 (905) 391-2556 SPECIAL Occasions Rentals. Party tent, Candy Floss, Snow Cone, Pop-Corn machines, dunk tank, jumping castle, various video games, pinball, Crown & Anchor, Blackjack Tables, Slot machines & tables/chairs. Biggun Amusement & Promotions. 905-429-1013. TABLESAW, CRAFTSMAN, brand new, still in original box. $1500., sacrifice $999. Call 905- 668-2636. TIRED OF COOKING? Click 411durhamregion.com for local restaurants. LOOKING for FISHING LURES & EQUIPMENT - plastic, wood, old, newer, any condition. Will pay market value, cash. Call John 905-342-5249 SETTING up housekeeping units, cash paid for affordable house hold furniture and electronics. Call (905)655-9498, after 6pm. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 13, 2004, PAGE 33 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com ~ GET APPROVED ~ Fe e l i n g l i m it e d b e ca u s e o f : • NO CREDIT • BAD CREDIT • COLLECTIONS • BANKRUPTCY • DIVORCES • REFUSED BY BANK C a l l D e r r i c k 90 5 -426 -0 05 1 Looking for a second chance at rebuilding your credit? With a variety of New & Used Import and Domestic Vehicles, put the past behind you - Start driving towards your new future today!! A P P R OV E D ! A PPROVED! M E N Z I E S C H R Y S L E R M E N Z I E S C H R Y S L E R MENZIES CHRYSLER Bank says ... “NO” Dave says ... “YES” No Credit, Bad Credit, “NO PROBLEM” Phone DAVE Today DRIVE AWAY TODAY Cell: 905-424-3484 Tol l Free: 1-888-269-1687 www.ezautoloan.net CKC REGISTERED German Shepherd puppies, 100% German import, champion line, excellent temperament, family raised. First shots, vet checked. Guaranteed. Call (705)786-0322 GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPS for sale, 3 females, 2 males. Ready to go. $500 each. Oshawa. (905)720-9934 SHITZU $475,Maltese $575. First shots, dewormed, vet checked. 905-435-1335 1985 CHEV CAPRICE Classic, "as is", air, p/d, p/l, $2295 o.b.o.; 1984 KAWASAKI LTD, 550cc "as is" $650. View at 56 Citation Cres., Whitby (905)579-0307 1985 Olds Royal Braum. 307, 4 speed, $800 OBO. Restorable. Call 905-885-1022 after 5:00pm, ask for Dave 1990 PONTIAC SUNBIRD 2-dr, 4- cyl automatic. 1300,000 kms. nice shape, certified and e-tested. Ask- ing $1995. (905)571-5138 1992 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL - Fully loaded with every possible option, excellent condition, certi- fied & e-tested. Asking $2495.00 obo. 905-571-5138. 1992 MERCURY TOPAZ,4dr, 250,000kms, Hwy driven, new bat- tery, starter, tires. Clean, no rust. Excellent running condition. $1000 OBO. (905)426-6422. 1993 Plymouth Sundance, engine runs great, new front breaks, A/c works,interior and exterior mint. Asking 1200 OBO, call (905)426- 5463 or (905)626-4275 1994 CHEV ACHIEVA,automatic, cruise, a/c, p.locks, p.s., p.b., not driven in the winter, good condi- tion. Best offer. Call 905-432-1435. 1995 CORSICA - White, 4 dr., 6 cyl., a/c, pl, 285 original kms, new engine 90kms. Emissions tested. Body needs some work. Runs great. $1500 obo. 905-579-3058. 1995 MONTE CARLO Z34,1 own- er, non-smoker, certified & e-test- ed $5,000. Call (905)404-8415 1995 MONTE CARLO Z34,fully loaded, 156,000kms, excellent condition, must be seen. Asking $4500 certified. (905)448-0809 1995 PONTIAC GRAND AM Sport Coupe 3.1 automatic, A/C works awesome, rear spoiler, tilt wheel, cruise, p.w. pdl, power side mir- rors, factory mags w/lo pro tires, fog lamps, 180,000 kms. metallic green, exc. condition, certified and e-tested $3495.00-obo. (905)571- 5138 1997 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE SE 113,000Km. All Power Options. Exc. condition, trailer hitch. Dark green. new tires. AM/FM/CD. $8750 O.B.O. 905-579-3659 Ask for Larry. 1998 CAVALIER Z.Nicely custo- mized including stereo, tinted win- dows & low ride. New tires 197,000km. Asking $5800. 905- 430-4821. 1998 GRAND PRIX GT, A1 condi- tion,certified/emission,new brakes and tires this year,139,000km mainly highway,dark green metal- lic with leather interior,all power, driver seat heated,immaculate and loaded with options,regularly ser- viced, $8400 Oshawa, ph.905- 728-0806 1998 TOYOTA TERCEL,4dr. au- to, 198hwy. kms. runs, drives, looks like new, certified/clean-air, $5200. 905-213-0791. 2001 GRAND AM,red 2-door, 5 speed, AM/FM cassette, air, 41,100-km. Excellent condition. $9,900. Phone 905-697-0008. snp 1999 CHRYSLER INTREPID, great family car. Complete power package, including p.brakes & steering, keyless entry. 118,200 hwy. kms. Champagne ext/ grey int. Cert/e-tested. $9000 obo. Days 416-450-2243; Evenings 905-686- 0066. 1999 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT, silver, black leather, v-6, 120,000 kil., sunroof, 5 speed, 6 disc cd., new brakes, sport rims, $ll,500 or best offer. Telephone (905) 263- 9936 1999 VW JETTA GLS (new mod- el) 108,000 highway kms., 5 speed, 4 door, heated seats, air, AM/FM CD, pw, pl, keyless, cruise, tilt, asking $11,200 OBO. Call 905-434-7068. 2003 SAAB 93,4 dr., 5 speed manual, black, grey interior, 2.OL turbo, on star, 9,000 kil., $31,000. Te lephone (905) 744-1777 2003, CHEVROLET,CAVALIER 4DR, 2.2L ecotech (Great on gas!),indigo blue on grey. CD player, air, auto, lady driven. Fac- tory warranty & 24hr roadside as- sistance. Car is in mint condition. A MUST SEE!!!! $11,995 905-706- 2248 95 SEBRING $3499; 94 Cavalier Z24 $2699; 94 Spirit $2299; 92 Es- cort $2499; 90 Firefly convertible $2499; others from $1699; certified & e-tested (Kelly & Sons since 1976) (905)683-7301 905-424- 9002 BAD CREDIT? No History? Need a car? Tired of the run-around? Straight Talk! Call now! 905-686- 2300 or toll free 1-888-769-2502 SICK OF REALITY TV?Click Mo- vie Listings at durhamregion.com and check out what’s playing at your local theatres. 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A ABLE TO PAY Up to $5000 on cars & trucks Free Towing 24 hours, 7 days (905)686-1899. CASH FOR CARS! We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in run- ning condition. Call (905)427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES SCRAP cars wanted, pay cash, free pick up, Ron 905-424-3508 or Leo 905-426-0357 SCRAP CARS,old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407 1954 FORD F100 Flathead V8, approx. 6000 miles since frame off restoration. Real nice driver. $15,900. obo. 905-477-1336. 1987 FORD F150 1/2 ton, full size, excellent shape. V-8, auto, 4 x 4, remote start, liner, great tries, orig- inal spare, 2nd owner. $5,500. (705) 328-0402. 1988 CHEVY S-10 extended cab, V6, 4.3, automatic, black, air, pw, pdl, soft tonneau, custom paint, box liner, +++. E-tested. Runs like new, well maintained. Stereo sys- tem incl. 303 k's. $3500. Call 905- 444-9864 1997 FORD PROBE, $3999. 1996 Saturn SL2, $3699. 1995 Hyundai Accent, $3499. 1995 Seabring, $2999. Others from $1699 and up. Many to choose from. Certified and E-test- ed. (Kelly and Sons since 1976) 905-683-7301 or 905-424-9002. 1996 SAFARI , 123,000 kil., am- fm cd player, new brakes, one year old Cooper tires, ice cold air, safety and emissions certified. Non smoker owned. $7,000. Call Rob (905) 743-9387 HEAVY DUTY 16 FT. CUBE VAN, 1993 Chevrolet, E-tested, certified, many new parts, very good condi- tion includes all necessary moving and delivery equipment, asking $8,000. 905-373-6082. 1989 SUZUKI VS750 GLP Intrud- er 23,000 kms, excellent condition. Extra chrome. Certified. Asking $3800. Call days 416-896-3191 or evenings 905-985-8027. FRIENDS and lovers dating ser- vice! Now with chat line! Durham's Own! Sometimes love is just not enough. Listen to the voice ads free. Women free to meet men. 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For service call 647-295-0771 "Clean is our middle name" CARPETS LAMINATES HARDWOOD Super Deal on Laminate & Carpets Fr ee 10mm pad w/inst. Repairs & Restretch Fully Licensed & Insured * Free Estimates * Sam (905) 706-3206 H. Heinrich Landscaping Inc. Lawn Maintenance for • Estates • Condos • Commercial • Industrial Residential Landscaping, Ponds, Rock Gardens, Pruning, Interlocking Stones, Retaining Walls, Etc. Authorized Unilock Contractor (905) 839-5349 Children’s entertainment for any occasion . B LUE R IBBON A WARD W INNER . Clowns, character look- alikes, loot bags, face painting, magic, music. 905-471-5331 KIDS UNLIMITED $$$ Mortgage Money $$$for any reason. 1st, 2nds to 100% oac. Arrears, consolidations, power of sale, previous bankrupts, self- employed, commission sales. All applications processed. Call AMS at 905-436-9292 or toll free 877- 509-LOAN (8626). online applica- tion: www.accuratemortgages.com $$1ST AND 2ND mortgages$$ Debt consolidations, purchases and renewals, refinancing up to 100% available oac. Credit issues, pre approvals, cash back, low rates, residential/commercial. Call Dennis at (289)314-1102 Visit web application at www.mortgagebid.ca $$MONEY$$100% 1st, 2nd, and 3rd mortgages. Bad credit ok. Call Ontario Wide 1-888-307-7799. 1ST, 2ND, 3RD MORTGAGES Res./Comm up to 100% financing. Best rates possible. Credit problems? Self-employed? No problem! Av anti Financial (905)428-8119 1ST/2ND MORTGAGE below bank rate. Buy a home 0% down. Personal loans / Line of credit. Metrocap, 416-455-1743; 905- 831-2354. CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 100%. From 4.90% for 5 years. Best available rates. Private funds available. Refinancing debt con- solidation a specialty. For fast pro- fessional service call (905)666- 4986 Let me show you how to reduce your monthly bills by using your equity. Get the best rate on your new home. Call Deborah Allin at SGH Mortgages Inc. Apply on line at deborahallin.com. or call 905-697-3540 MONEY PROBLEMS?STOP: judgments, garnishments, mort- gage foreclosures & harassing creditor calls. GET: debt Consoli- dations, & protection for your as- sets. Call now: (905)576-3505 MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any purpose. All applications accepted. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905)668-6805 ACCOUNTANT AVAILABLE for small businesses only. 1 - 2 days per month. Will travel. Durham Re- gion only. Call (905) 426-0582 ask for Max. A/P PAGE 34 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, August 13, 2004 www.durhamregion.com Please read your classified ad on the first day of publication as we cannot be responsible for more than one insertion in the event of an error. 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