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The projects will be financed with a $35-million, long-term debt as well as capital building grants and money acquired by selling property. “I’m very pleased; I think this is going to be good for the region, great for Oshawa, great for Ajax/Pickering,” said Whitby Trustee John Dolstra at the board’s March 20 meeting. Jack Massie, superintendent of facil- ities services, said it’s hoped site plan drawings will be presented to trustees before the summer recess and con- struction can start in early fall. In Ajax, there are three secondary schools with a total ministry-rated capacity of 3,840 students, and 4,633 currently enrolled - projected to in- crease to 5,230 by 2010. The Pickering High School expansion will include 26 rooms, a cafeteria, library and gym for $20 million, and increase the school’s ministry-rated capacity from 1,080 to 1,480. Construction is to be phased in over two years and will help relieve pressures at J. Clarke Richardson Col- legiate. “I’m extremely grateful,” said Ajax Wa rds 1 and 2 Trustee Marilyn Craw- ford. She added the community has been asking for renovations to the school for the last three years and thanks to the high enrolment in the area, the board has good reason to fix it up and add more classrooms. Local OPSEU vice president is hopeful faculty will be back by Monday By Crystal Crimi Staff Writer DURHAM — As a college faculty strike enters its third week, exam week has been cancelled and some Durham College students could have their year pushed into May. On Monday night, March 20, DC students were e-mailed general plans for how time would be made up once Ontario’s college teachers return to work. “We are continuing to work on a program-by-program basis on the real fine details,” said Judy Moretton, vice president of academics at DC. She said the school would work with faculty when they return to finalize plans that will have additional hours added to the remaining weeks. “We have alerted students, in order to meet their outcome, they may have to go into May,” said Ms. Moretton. She added the college would work with students unable to continue into May to help them finish sooner. Finan- cial advisors would be available to help students impacted financially by the strike, she said. On Tuesday, negotiations continued between the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU), represent- ing faculty, and the College Compen- sation and Appointments Council. Debbie Rautins, vice-president of Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) local 354 and the local strike coordinator, said the ongoing discussion was a positive sign. “As long as they’re there, you know something’s going on,” said Ms. Rau- tins. CATCHIN’ AIR Mike Pochwat/ News Advertiser photo PICKERING — Pickering residents Parker Tinkler and Sean Sarrazin jump kickflip out of the bowl in the skate park behind the Pickering Recreation Centre. By Danielle Milley Staff Writer DURHAM — From linens to blood pressure machines to CT scanners, the Ajax and Pickering hospital wouldn’t be the health-care facility it is without its donors. The Auxiliary to Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering has been supporting the hospital since before there was even one built. “We were responsible for all the lin- ens and buying the furniture for the nurses’ residence,” said Dorothy West- ney, who has been a member since the beginning. She said there was a lot of support right from the start and the members were committed to raising money for the local hospital. “I felt it was time we needed to have our own hospital,” she said. “I wanted to support it.” More recently the auxiliary raised the money for a CT scanner and it is in the middle of raising $500,000 for a commitment to the women’s imag- ing department. The volunteers have raised more than $4 million in the past 55 years. Ms. Westney was one of many do- nors recognized March 6 at the un- veiling of a new donor wall in the east lobby. The wall lists those who contributed to the Ajax and Pickering hospital before its amalgamation with Centenary, as well as those who have contributed to either site of the Rouge Valley Health System. (The wall lists those who have donated cumulative gifts of at least $25,000). “The donors are crucial to our fu- ture. This hospital wouldn’t have ex- isted without community support and wouldn’t have grown without it,” said president and chief executive officer Hume Martin. He said there is only $1 million in the budget annually between the two sites to buy capital equipment. “The technology changes so quickly that philanthropy, it’s important in every sector, is really vital in health care,” he said. Donors recognized for ongoing support of hospital Pickering High expansion approved by trustees ✦ See Durham, Page A4 ✦ See Pickering, Page A2 ✦ See New, Page A4 [ Briefly ] Michigan signs act to halt trash DURHAM — On March 1, the state of Michigan signed an act that would enable legislation to cut off the flow of Durham’s garbage, but first it must be given congres- sional authority. The State Senate passed the bill Wednesday by a 37-0 vote. The House of Representatives passed the legislation by a 70-4 vote later in the afternoon. If ap- proved by congress it could mean a stop to garbage being shipped from Canada to Michigan. “So there is a crisis looming,” Durham Region commissioner of works Cliff Curtis said at the March 15 works committee meeting. “We could have as little as 60 days no- tice.” [What’s On ] Free Internet safety workshop PICKERING — A free work- shop is being offered to residents in order to reduce the risk of Inter- net luring and sexual exploitation of children. The three-hour workshop is designed for parents, caregivers and concerned citizens and is presented by Dr. Peter Marshall, a psychologist, speaker and best- selling author. No pre-registration is required. Presented by the Durham Family Court Clinic, it will deal with the dangers associated with children and the Internet, how the Internet allows pedophiles to support and promote sexual abuse and strategies to encourage children to discuss their computer use. The workshop is on: April 10 at 9 a.m., Ajax Public Library, 55 Hardwood Ave. S.; 1:30 p.m., Loblaws at Pickering Market, 1792 Liverpool Rd.; May 1 at 6 p.m, Ajax Public Library, 55 Harwood Ave. S.; For more information, call Durham Family Court Clinic at 905- 436-6754 or go to www.dfcc.org. [Index ] Editorial Page, A6 Sports, B1 Classified, B4 Entertainment, B7 [Call us] General: 905 683 5110 Distribution: 905 683 5117 General Fax: 905 683 7363 Newsroom Fax: 905 683 0386 Pressrun 48,900 infodurhamregion.com DINNER AND A PAINTING Ajax artist displays her talent at Pickering restaurant Entertainment, page B7 FOR ALL TASTES The appealing lure of the Lexus Wheels pullout The Pickering 52 PA GES ✦ Metroland Durham Region Media Group ✦ WEDNESDAY, MARCH 22, 2006 ✦ Optional delivery $6 / Newsstand $1 1652 Bayly St. W. Pickering Just West of Brock Rd. 905-831-7747 MONDAY TO FRIDAY 9:30-9:00 SATURDAY 9:30-5:30 SUNDAY 12:00-4:00 BAYLY ST. 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Purdue Pharma just finished pay- ing off its five-year commitment of $300,000, which was used for a tempo- rary ambulatory care unit that is going to be the core of a new ACU in the proposed hospital expansion. General manager John Stewart said supporting the hospital is a good fit because the company is in the health- care business. But also because they are a part of the community. “Many of our employees and their families live in the Ajax and Pickering area,” he said. “They were very interested in us funding things to support the commu- nity,” he said. ✦ Pickering from page A1 Pickering, Ajax residents help keep hospital supplied with current equipment Dorothy Westney is one of many donors recognized on the new donor wall at the Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital. & FURN I TURE LOW!28 YEARS IN THE BUSINESS CLEARANCE PRICES ON ALLCLEARANCE PRICES ON ALL 25 YR. 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It went sideways off the road and struck a cement hydro pole. Durham Region- al Police responded around 1:05 a.m. on March 18. The driver, Steven Taylor, was pronounced dead at the scene. The roadway was closed to traffic while police gathered evidence. Police believe al- cohol and speed were factors in the collision. Anyone with information can call 905-579-1520 ext. 5256. Anonymous calls can be made to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-(TIPS)-8477. Ajax man killed in crash April public meeting to discuss water plant By Erin Hatfield Staff Writer DURHAM — Future growth in the urban areas of Durham and York regions is expected to generate sew- age flows beyond the existing capacity of the Duffin Creek Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP). The plant, located in Pickering, treats the waste- water in Ajax and Pickering as well as parts of York. Dur- ham and York are undertak- ing a joint study to identify the preferred method of add- ing more treatment capacity to the Duffin Creek WPCP, explained Rich Tindall, proj- ect manager, Durham works department. The Region wants the ministry of the en- vironment to increase the av- erage capacity of the Duffin plant from 420,000 to 630,000 cubic metres per day. Mr. Tindall said staff is currently finalizing the third phase of a five-phase study, which involves an assessment of the alternative designs for expansion, and selection of a preferred design. This after a setback in the summer of 2005 when, according to Mr. Tindall, elevated levels of E. coli closed Rotary Beach in Ajax for most of the summer. “(The public) was con- cerned it was the plant,” Mr. Tindall said. The public is invited to an information centre on April 5 between 6:30 and 9:00 p.m. at the Ajax Community Cen- tre, HMS Ajax Room. Mr. Tin- dall said the open house will give the public an opportu- nity to express concerns over the plant expansion, keying in on concerns about Rotary Beach. The E. coli found at Rotary Beach, Mr. Tindall said, could have a number of sources. “We have basically ruled out the plant as the source,” Mr. Tindall said. Staff from Ajax, the two regions as well as represen- tatives from Toronto Region Conservation and the min- istry of the environment will be on hand to address ques- tions. More information about the study is available at www. region.durham.on.ca/duf- fincreek. BEAUTY at the bay Yo ur gift includes: with any purchase of $29 or more Offer ends Sunday, April 2nd. One gift per customer, while quantities last. Fashion Fair is available at our Queen Street, Scarborough, Yorkdale, Bloor, Woodbine, Erin Mills, Bramalea, Mississauga, Pickering, Fairview and Limeridge locations. 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The new Oshawa high school, for 1,200 students, will be built north of Taunton Road for an estimated $29 million. “The central Os- hawa schools have a com- bined ministry-rated ca- pacity of 5,061 and a cur- rent enrolment of 5,581, projected to grow to 5,600 for 2010,” said Mr. Massie, reading the staff report. The new school, to open in 2008, will provide enrol- ment relief to O’Neill and Eastdale, according to the report. Durham trustees agree to proceed with school designs ✦ Durham from page A1 Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Me and grandpa AJAX — Stacey Koornneet was making her way around the ice with her grandfather, Ed Russell at the pubic skate at the Pickering Recreation Complex. New timetables for students She said it gives her hope they’re ham- mering out a tentative agreement and added, realistically, teachers could be back in class by Monday. Although the strike needs to be over, the issues sur- rounding it need to be resolved as well, said Ms. Rautins. Faculty are seeking workload, salary and staffing improvements. Faculty at the province’s 24 colleges want a con- tract that addresses smaller classes, more teachers and more faculty time for students. A March 7 release by the Association of Colleges of Applied Arts and Tech- nology of Ontario states key elements of the council’s offer to OPSEU in- clude a 12.6 per cent increase in salary over four years, which would increase the maximum pay to $94,277 by April 2009, a four-year increase for ‘two-step coordinators’ to move their maximum salary to $99,303, and maintaining the average teaching time in the classroom at 14 hours per week. While faculty have been on strike, Durham College president Gary Po- lonsky has helped reduce anxiety by assuring teachers replacement work- ers would not be hired, said Ms. Rau- tins. “By him reassuring faculty that’s not the way it’s done at Durham College, it makes faculty less anxious,” she said. The college’s current plan is for all students to graduate at their scheduled ceremony. Ms. Moretton said the school day will remain within the normal 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekday hours with no week- ends or evenings added, but students will get a new timetable when they return with additional class hours. Exam week is cancelled and final projects and exams will be done dur- ing class time. Meanwhile, students are encouraged to use DC facilities to complete assign- ments they’re confident in doing, but will face no penalty for late assign- ments because of the strike, said Ms. Moretton. As for job placements, Ms. Moret- ton said most have been able to con- tinue despite the faculty strike. Only the placements that required direct faculty supervision, such as those in the health field, have been impacted. Students are guaranteed to receive all of the essentials in their program, she said. durhamregion.com Searchword:collegestrike2006 ✦ New from page A1 Grief support group sessions in April Meetings for those who have lost a friend, family member DURHAM — Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering is helping people deal w ith grief. Two sessions of a grief support group begin Tuesday, April 18, for those who experienced the death of a parent, partner, child or friend more than two to three months ago. The first session runs from 3-4 p.m. (initial session to 4:30 p.m.) and the second runs in the evening from 7:30-8:30 p.m. (initial session goes until 9 p.m.) They run six weeks in duration. The group, facilitated by Richard Newland, meets on the third floor of the west wing in the Mental Health Outpatient department. Those in the group will explore the grief and bereavement process and deal with accepting that a death has occurred, coming to emotional terms with a death, creating a new identity for the self, incorporating the loss, dealing with anniversaries, and any other issues that arise. Applications are available at the O utpatient Mental Health depart- ment (905-683-2320 ext. 3263) Or you can pick one up at the McEachnie Funeral Home (905-428- 8488). PA GE A5 NEWS ADVERTISER March 22, 2006 P www.sklargallery.com Exceptional Warranty Superior Construction Fast Delivery life • style • solutions OSHAWA 900 Champlain Ave., Oshawa 905-723-4561 Hours: Mon.• Tues.• Wed. 10-6, Thurs.• Fri. 10-9, Sat. 10-6, Sun.11-5 Durham’s Newest & Largest Sklar Peppler Furnishings Store! *Financing available O.A.C. * Administration Fee of $49.95 plus taxes due at time of purchase. Does not apply to Best Value Items or previous sales. See store for details. NOGST NO interest payments * 12 months NO interest payments * OR OSHAWA SAVE1 0-50 % hour SALE36 THIS WEEKEND ONLY! ONE LOCATION ONLY OSHAWA Merle Robillard/ News Advertiser photo The book of friendship DURHAM — Friends Laura Newton of Pickering, left, and Judy Gingras of Oshawa head home after meeting at the Whitby library. By Jillian Follert Staff Writer OSHAWA — In an effort to ease the burden on General Motors, Oshawa council is urging the Region to accelerate the elimination of the large industrial tax class -- a move that chairman Roger Anderson warns could be costly for taxpayers. At a special meeting Thursday, council voted unanimously to throw its support behind the struggling auto industry by eliminating the large industrial taxation class in 2006, two years ahead of schedule. Back in 1998, the Province reformed its prop- erty tax system, and in turn gave municipalities the option of introducing new taxation classes to ensure that the same amount of revenue was col- lected. Like many others, the Region of Durham opted to create a large industrial taxation class, charg- ing a higher rate to industries operating a facility 125,000 square feet or more in size. GM has said for years that there is no reason why space-intensive businesses should pay more than others, and Oshawa council agrees. “We want to send the message to Detroit that we will do whatever it takes to make GM healthy and competitive,” said Councillor Brian Nichol- son, who moved the motion. “With the concerns that GM has, it’s important to accelerate this and do it now.” It is estimated that the cost of merging the industrial tax classes would be just under $1 mil- lion. Oshawa council is suggesting that this could be offset with funds from the Regional Tax Rate Sta- bilization Fund, and that the Region use a portion of its assessment growth revenues from 2007 and 2008, to return that money to the fund. The regional chairman does not support this direction, saying anything taken out of the large industrial class will inevitably be transferred to the residential taxpayer. “When you start using the stabilization fund to offset a tax increase, you’re just delaying the tax increase,” Mr. Anderson said. “There will be a tax impact, whether it’s this year or next year.” The chairman added the Region has a plan in place to remove the large industrial class by 2008, and said they should stick with it. Miriam Christie, manager of government re- lations at GM, said the company has to look at reducing cost structures in light of a difficult year and stressed that removing the large industrial class is one way the Region can help right now. “We need to eliminate it to make a more fair and equitable tax system,” she said. “The large industrial players have overpaid for a number of years and the others have underpaid as a result.” Oshawa council’s motion has been referred to the 2006 Regional budget deliberations for con- sideration. Region says taxpayers will hold the bill if Oshawa cuts GM tax PA GE A6 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ MARCH 22, 2006P When farm is a noun and not a verb M y wife and I have been looking for a farm now for a while. I love my little village, believe me, but we’ve been ‘townies’ for almost 15 years, and it’s funny how your per- spective changes. I can vividly remember my first night in this old house. I couldn’t sleep for the quiet. My body was attuned to shutting itself down to the hum of traffic, the wail of si- rens and the glare of halogen light through the window. The sudden silence of a small town was deafening. Now, after more than a decade here, what passes for ‘silence’ is a different animal. I am prone to sitting bolt upright in bed and hiss- ing “Geeze! Is that someone walking by our house!” It’s r idiculous, I know. I may as well be tossing and turning because the moon is too loud or “those damn ants are at it again!” But it happens to you. In one of life’s little ironies, the quieter it gets, the more stuff you hear. So, yes, I’ve been think- ing that having a little place in the middle of some acre- age might be the next logical step. I think my neighbours would agree. I am a bit of a ‘natur- ist’ when the weather turns warm and I am sure they have seen more of me than they ever signed on for. When I walk out on my deck on a summer’s morning all I want to hear is birdsong and per- haps the babbling of a brook, not the horrified shrieking of women and small children. A farm may be the answer. Of course, there is one other small issue. The word farm can also, unfortu- nately, be interpreted as a verb. As can the word ranch. What I am looking for could probably more honestly be described as a ‘Laze’ or a ‘Loaf.’ I have no inclination to farm anything. I am looking for a quiet little place, with a shady spot under some huge old trees where I can sit with my notepad and perhaps a tasty mint Julep and watch someone else farm. That would be my ideal. Regrettably, I am not sure my wife and I are on the same page concerning this farming thing. Suzanne was raised on a farm and is, as I have noted before, happiest when dig- ging, chopping or welding something. Even in our most intimate moments, I get the feeling she is thinking not so much about what a great lover I am, but how she needs to plaster those cracks in the ceiling. And that’s OK. In fact it’s great. The two of us have, in 20 years together, worked out a pretty equitable system. Over those years I have, I hope, taught her a thing or two about the gentle art of loafing and she has unques- tionably shown me on many occasions that there is great satisfaction in hard work well done. And now that I think about it that may be the best reason yet why a farm is a perfect fit at this point in our life. Those moments of still- ness, of sitting and relaxing and listening to the world from your verandah are al- ways made that much sweet- er when you’ve earned them through a little work. Mind you, I did say a ‘lit- tle’ work. Durham resident Neil Crone, actor-comic-writer, saves some of his best lines for his column. Follow Neil’s BLOG drinfo.ca/croneblog.html EDITORIAL Green Acres is the place to be if you’re seeking a ‘quiet’ spot away from it allIN THE COMMUNITY CLICK AND SAY Jesse St. Amant/ citizenseye.com photo An unexpected and welcome visitor Pickering Mayor Dave Ryan recently turned over an XBOX 360 to Matthew McBride, the winner of a contest held as part of the City of Pickering’s New Year’s levee. Matthew was speechless when Mayor Ryan showed up at his door, report’s the mayor’s assistant, Mark Guinto. To see more entries from residents across Dur- ham and to submit your own, visit citizenseye.com, the Metroland Durham Region Media Group’s citizen submission website. The page is dedicated to the submissions and photos of readers from around Durham. Do you have a photo to share with our readers? If you have an amusing, interesting, historic or scenic photo to share with the community we’d like to see it. 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While it’s nothing new to frustrated Durham residents who have been clamouring for provincial action for years, it is nice to hear a potential premier talk about a nagging Durham problem. For too long, Durham has been stuck with a less than adequate transportation system. While there are several dozen lanes leading into and out of Toronto from the west and north, there are currently just six highway lanes running on the 401 throughout most of Durham Region. While the traffic situation may have been OK a decade or two ago, it has led to bottlenecks and slow downs that not only tie up commuters but cause consternation for businesses that rely on just-in-time trucking de- liveries. And, what’s most frustrating is that the rapid growth in Durham is showing no signs of slowing down. However, the process currently in place for 407 expansion is crawling along at a snail’s pace. The Region of Durham has waited. The Province prepared an environ- mental assessment back in the mid-1990s in anticipation of 407 expan- sion. But, that assessment has since been shelved forcing the Province to do another assessment, much to the frustration of Regional Chairman Roger Anderson. There was plenty of 407 talk at the start of this decade, with hopes that there would be a 407 extension fully complete by 2010 at the latest. Now, that looks like a pipe dream. Mr. Tory made his comments while campaigning with Whitby-Ajax hopeful Christine Elliott who is hoping to replace her husband, Jim Fla- herty, in a byelection March 30. While it’s natural for Mr. Tory to criticize Premier Dalton McGuinty for inaction on the 407 over the last few years, it’s worth noting Mr. Tory’s predecessors, Mike Harris and Ernie Eves, did little to address 407 expansion through Durham either. Should Mr. Tory win government in October 2007 we’re hoping he has 407 expansion near the top of his to-do list. It’s a promise we’ll be counting on him to keep. This Week’s Question: Do you think General Motors should get a regional tax break to help encourage the auto giant to remain in Durham Region? Cast your vote online at infodurhamregion.com Last Week’s Question: Do you support Ontario’s college teachers in their current strike? Total Votes: 636 No: 81.2 % Yes : 9.8 % Indifferent: 9 % LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Powerful thoughts To the editor: The following thoughts are offered as we consider the electricity situation. While some aspects are more urgent than others, their resolution should be divorced from political schedules or im- pacts. The deterring of domestic wastage could be strengthened by steepening the scale of price increase with consumption in- crease. In an over-simplified ex- ample, if I paid $1,000 for the 5,000 kilowatt hours that I used last year (ie. 20 cents per kilowatt hour), perhaps I should get the first 3,000 kilo- watts next year free and be charged 60 cents per kilowatt hour for the balance. Wa stage beyond the con- sumer’s control due to the dis- tance between the source and consumption (line losses, coal freightage, pumping the gas, etc.) should be delineated in assessments of which generat- ing stations should be phased out and where new ones are established. Limited storage options, ie., reservoirs for hydro generation and hydrogen (if, where and when it is practical) give em- phasis to the need for adequate prompt short-term generating capacity to meet peak, largely unpredictable, needs. Wo uld storage be required were gas turbine-driven gen- erators the choice? The attraction of wind- and sun-derived electricity is great- ly enhanced once complimen- tary flexible generated capac- ity is assured. Automobile ecology objec- tives should be attained with- out shifting the burden on to the electricity grid. To the extent that out-of- province electricity is acquired, Canadian hydro sources should receive stronger consideration than U.S. coal-generated power. H. Ralph Stratford Whitby Regional politicians not doing the job To the editor: Re: Region faces water charges, March 15. I was shocked at reading this article after watching events unfold in Walkerton. Have our regional politicians not learned anything at all from Walkerton? We pay big bucks to the re- gional government to look after the affairs of our region, which include ensuring our water fa- cilities are run properly. Now we find out they are not doing the job we pay for. I think it’s time we had an accounting of just what these people do to earn their bucks. They need to be reminded that it’s not a soft ride we are pro- viding for them. Maybe an in-depth inves- tigation of Durham Regional government operations would show us that other important areas are being neglected. If these charges result in fines to our region, then a reduction in pay would be in order along with some resignations. Articles like this one just reinforce my belief that politi- cians only want to do as little as possible for as much as they can get. Edward Franklin Oshawa Staff editor Chris Bovie’s one-on-one interview with John Tory. AT TEND PUBLIC MEETINGS AT CITY HALL All meetings are open to the public. For meeting details call 905.420.2222 or visit our website DATE MEETING TIME Mar. 23 Statutory Public Information Meeting 7:00 pm Mar. 27 Executive Committee 7:30 pm Mar. 29 Accessibility Advisory Committee 7:00 pm Apr. 03 Council Meeting 7:30 pm Apr. 05 Committee of Adjustment 7:00 pm Apr. 06 Pickering Advisory Committee on 7:00 pm Race Relations & Equity 905.420.2222 cityofpickering.com 24 Hour Access 905.420.4660 The Day After Forever Dessert Theatre March 31, April 1, 2, 8 & 9 at Brougham Community Hall Tickets $15 each, call 905.683.8401 to reserve cityofpickering.com/museum Tele Reg for Leisure Programs Call now for your family number 905.420.4621 Municipal Operations is responsible for an exceptionally wide range of vital services that ensure a high quality of life and safety throughout Pickering. These responsibilities include the repair and maintenance of roads, curbs, sidewalks, streetlights and storm sewers. It also includes winter control operations, and the maintenance of playgrounds, parks and sports fields, boulevard and parkland grass cutting, the maintenance of street trees and managing the City’s municipal fleet. General inquiries please contact us by phone at 905.420.4660 ext. 5294 or by email:mpe@city.pickering.on.ca After hours: call 905.683.4319, to report dangerous conditions or any other Operations emergency. Municipal Operations - an integrated service We are here to Serve You - Public Notice In accordance with the Municipal Act, S.O. 2001, c.25, the City of Pickering gives Notice of its intent to pass a by-law to stop-up and close part of Sheppard Avenue, Pickering, legally described as that part of Lot 31, Concession 1, Pickering, designated as Part 2, Plan 40R-24050, and convey it to the abutting owner. (Shown on sketch below). The plan and description showing the lands affected may be viewed in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Pickering. This by-law will be considered by the Executive Committee of Council on March 27, 2006 and if approved at that time by City Council on April 3, 2006. Anyone wishing to comment on this matter should contact the City Clerk on or before noon on March 24, 2006. Debi A. Bentley, City Clerk Pickering Civic Complex One The Esplanade Pickering, ON L1V 6K7 905.420.4611 cityofpickering.com George Lake Big Band George Lake Big Band SUBJECT LANDS TO BE STOPPED UP AND CONVEYED Watch TODAY! LOOK for YOUR COPY with the NEWSPAPER! Registration for... Aquatic Programs starts March 23rd Leisure Programs starts March 27th 905.420.4621 cityofpickering.com The support of the government of Ontario is acknowledged. Free lunch & children’s activities at the Royal Canadian Legion Located at 1555 Bayly Street, following the parade. The parade will be forming at 10:00 am sharp at Sir John A. 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You can be assured your new bathroom or kitchen renovation will be handled by the industry’s top professionals. BathMart’s services include all aspects of bathroom renovations. Cultured marble or granite counters and sinks, marble walls or tile, it’s your choice. They also do glass block walls, ventilation systems and lighting. Whirlpool and air-tubs are in high demand as are custom shower stalls and spas. BathMart will also reline, re-glaze or repair your old bathtub. BathMart also has an excellent selection of kitchen cabinets, sinks, taps, countertops, fl ooring, fi xtures, paint and so much more! Because BathMart is family owned and operated and not a franchise, they have complete control of all products and services they offer. In most cases, they deal with the manufacturers or importers directly, therefore cutting out the middleman and in turn, saving you money! 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In fact, it is easier for our customers to make a decision right in the comfort of their own home and we can help them visualize the end result. Typical examples of our renovations are available on our website, and we encourage everyone to check us out there.” Vi sit BathMart’s virtual showroom at www. bathmart.biz and take the fi rst step to creating the kitchen or bathroom of your dreams! For more information please call 905-831-0492. NOTICE OF PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE Provision of Additional Capacity for the Duffin Creek Water Pollution Control Plant The Regional Municipalities of York and Durham are undertaking a joint study to identify the preferred method of providing additional wastewater treatment capacity at the Duffin Creek Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP) to service future growth in the urban areas of York and Durham Regions. Located in the City of Pickering, the Duffin Creek WPCP treats the wastewater flows collected by the York- Durham Sewage System (YDSS), which provides sanitary sewer service to portions of York Region (Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Aurora, Markham & Vaughan) and Durham Region (Ajax & Pickering). Population and employment growth forecasted for the existing and future service areas of the YDSS will ultimately generate sanitary sewage flows beyond the existing capacity of the Duffin Creek WPCP. The Regions are seeking approval from the Ministry of the Environment to increase the average day capacity of the Duffin Creek WPCP from 420,000 cubic metres/day to 630,000 cubic metres/day. This study is proceeding under Schedule C as described in the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (June 2000)document. The Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) is a five- phase process that includes an extensive evaluation of the impacts of proposed projects on the technical, natural, social/cultural, and economic components of the environment. We are currently finalizing the third phase of the study, which involves an assessment of the alternative design concepts for expansion of the WPCP, and selection of a preferred expansion concept. Numerous studies are being carried out as part of this phase to identify the potential impacts of the preferred expansion concept, and measures for mitigating these impacts. The studies are scheduled for completion over the spring of 2006, and include a receiving water impact assessment, a natural features impact assessment, and odour, air emission, and noise assessments. The fourth phase of the study will involve the filing of an Environmental Study Report (ESR) for public review and comment. The ESR will include comprehensive details on the studies undertaken, data collected, issues raised by stakeholders, and any other matters covered during the study. The fifth phase will involve the implementation of the recommendations. DUFFIN CREEK WPCP LOCATION PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE Members of the public are invited to attend an Information Centre on Wednesday, April 5, 2006, between 6:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. at the Ajax Community Centre, HMS Ajax Room, 75 Centennial Road, Town of Ajax.Abrief presentation will commence at 7:00pm. Attendees will have an opportunity to examine and provide comment on the preferred expansion strategy, as well as the plans for mitigating impacts. We encourage your involvement in this study. Please visit the project web site at www.region.durham.on.ca/duffincreek forfurther information on this study. Project studies are being posted on the project web site as they become available. You may also contact either of the following: Mr. Rich Tindall, P.Eng. Project Manager Regional Municipality of Durham Works Department 605 Rossland Road East, Box 623 Whitby, ON L1N 6A3 Phone: (905) 668-7711, Ext. 3547 Toll Free: 1-800-372-1102 Fax: (905) 668-2051 Ms. Adrian Coombs, P.Eng. Project Manager Regional Municipality of York Transportation and Works Department 17250 Yonge Street, Box 147 Newmarket, ON L3Y 6Z1 Phone : (905) 830-4444, Ext. 5098 Toll Free : 1-877-GO4-YORK Fax : (905) 836-4590 Email: info@duffincreek.com PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE York Region PA GE A8 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ MARCH 22, 2006P Farm Connections 2006 in Brooklin April 4, 5, 6 By Ian McMillan Staff Editor DURHAM — Ian Kruis is proof you can take the teacher out of the classroom but you can’t take the classroom out of the teacher. Mr. Kruis is currently on a year sab- batical but in that time he’s kept himself busy at The Knox Farm where he did more than 150 tours last fall and will be conducting even more educational tours this spring. In between he’s keeping busy helping organize Farm Connection 2006, which takes place April 4-6 in Brooklin. Fa rm Connections 2006 is being held at Vipond Memorial Arena and will pro- vide more than 1,200 students infor- mation about agriculture and food pro- duction and promote awareness of the importance of the agri-food industry in Durham Region. Mr. Kruis said farming and agriculture are part of the Grade 3 curriculum making this event perfect for them. “There’s a waiting list. A lot of teach- ers wanted to come but since this was our first year we decided we could only do three days,” he said. “It really fits well with the Grade 3 curriculum.” Students will rotate through eight dif- ferent farm-themed stations including: honey, apples, agricultural technology, dairy production/cheese making, pork, beef, agriculture then and now and crop production. There will be a farmer at all stations to talk to students and answer their questions. After completing all eight stations students will watch a live cow-milking demonstration and com- pete the program by singing the Farm Connections theme song. “This event has never taken place be- fore in all of Durham Region. So this is the first time for us to do it,” said Mr. Kruis. Brooklin was selected as the sight for this event due to its agricultural background and its central location in Durham Region. Mr. Kruis said the response from volunteers and teachers has been so overwhelming it will become an annual event. Fa rm Connections 2006 will start each day at 11:15 a.m. and run until 2:30 p.m. Vipond Memorial Arena is located at 67 Winchester Rd. in Brooklin. Local volunteer bringing piece of country into town Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo On the history trail PICKERING — Brandon Gelbard, left, speaks with a group of visitors participating in the Pickering Museum Village’s recent Settler Trail. Visitors were able to walk self- guided trails laid out to give participants a taste of what life was like for Pickering’s first settlers. SPORTS sportsdurhamregion.com Watch for the Pickering Baseball Association Registration fl yer in today’s paper ANNANDALEANNANDALE AnnandaleGolf@aol.com 905-683-3210AnnandaleGolf@aol.com 905-683-3210 20 minutes East of the Don Valley HAVING AN OFFICE PARTY? Why not try Curling...Why not try Curling... The most funfi lled & cost effective way to have a good time. Pricing from $10 per personPricing from $10 per person PA GE B1 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ MARCH 22, 2006P STORM CHASER A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Pickering’s Aidan Masse, right, swoops in for a sweep check on Guelph Storm’s Matthew Nightingale during second-period action in Game 1 of the Ontario Minor Hockey Association (OMHA) minor peewee ‘AA’ final series at the Pickering Recre- ation Complex on Saturday. Guelph won 1-0 and also won Game 2 in Guelph on Sunday 5-3. See story on page B2. Sports briefs MARCH 22, 2006 [ Hockey ] Ajax High Rams earn wins at OFSAA AJAX — The Ajax High School Rams varsity girls’ hockey team is off to a flying 2-0 start at the provincial ‘AAA’/ ‘AAAA’ hockey championships in London. The Rams defeated the Merivale High School Marauders of Ottawa 2-1 in a Pool ‘C’ game during Day 1 of action at the 16-team Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) championships on Tuesday morning. In Game 2 Tuesday afternoon, Ajax High humbled the Eastview Secondary School Wildcats of Barrie 6-2. Ajax High finishes pool play today (Wednesday, March 22) against host Oakridge Oaks at 8:15 a.m. If the Rams finish in the top two in their pool, they’ll advance to the playoff quarter-finals on Wednesday afternoon. Semifinals and the bronze- and gold- medal games are on Thursday, March 23. The Rams gained their first-ever berth at the OFSAA girls’ hockey cham- pionship by virtue of a six-overtime victory over the Father Leo J. Austin Wildcats of Whitby in the Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) title game recently. [ Soccer ] Lightning Bolts runners-up in Darlington AJAX — It was a tough way to lose for the Ajax United Lightning Bolts girls’ under-11 rep soccer team at the Darlington March Break Indoor Soccer Tournament recently. Fa cing the Whitby Wildfire in the final, the teams played to a scoreless draw at the end of regulation time. In the shootout, however, the Wildfire would emerge victo- rious, leaving the Lightning Bolts as worthy runners-up. The Lightning Bolts started the event with a 3-1 victory over host Darlington. In Game 2, Ajax swept past the Whitby Hur- ricanes 2-1. The Lightning Bolts and the Whitby Wildfire were to meet in Game 3, but as the teams had already advanced to the final, the teams agreed to make this game the championship final. Team members are Keyana Howard, Madelin McKinnon, Stephanie Rampino, Marissa Graham-Singh, Alexia Sribny, Brittney Lawrence, Cassandra Sribny, Tori Longbottom, Alexandra Colella, Lau- ren Henderson, Lauren Duggan, Tamara Brown, Sarah Liderri, Kassana Garraway and Kiana Chiu. Will Sribny and Marcel Longbottom coach the team. The trainer is Nancy McK- innon. [ Gymnastics ] City kids head over heels in Montreal PICKERING — Pickering gymnasts with the Pickering Athletic Centre gained experienced, not to mention solid perfor- mances at a high-level meet in Montreal recently. Artistic provincial women’s athletes from the Pickering Athletic Centre trav- elled to Montreal to compete in the Club Gymnix L’International competition. The meet attracted athletes from clubs from across Canada. Leading the way for Pickering was Katie Towers, one of 39 athletes in the Level 1 argo category. She finished with the overall bronze medal. She won indi- vidual gold on vault and was also seventh on the uneven bars and sixth on beam. Other results: Level 1 argo: • Samantha Smedley, eighth overall -- fourth on vault, second on floor exer- cise; • Rebecca Brown, 11th overall -- 10th on vault, fifth on balance beam; Novice 2 (37 competitors) • Alex Clayton, fifth overall -- fourth on bars, first on floor; • Emily Towers, sixth overall -- third on vault, seventh on bars, seventh on beam; • Shannon Riches, 10th overall -- fifth on vault, seventh on beam, sixth on floor; • Lindsay Qualtrough, 12th overall -- second on vault, 11th on floor, *first meet of the year; • Jaime Stipetic, 16th overall -- 11th on bars, seventh on floor, *first meet of the year; Tyro 2 • Alexandra Large, fifth overall -- second on vault, first on floor; Tyro 3 • Maya Swami, sixth overall -- fifth on vault, bars, beam; National Open (24 athletes) • Tara Swami, 20th overall -- 15th on beam, 18th on bars. Henry seventh in 100-metre f inal at Games Pickering sprinter in starting blocks with Olympic champion, world record holder Asafa Powell PICKERING — A Pickering sprinter was in elite company in the final of the men’s 100 metres at the 2006 Common- wealth Games in Melbourne, Australia Monday. Olympian Anson Henry faced off against Asafa Powell of Jamaica, the gold medallist at the Athens’ Olympics and the current world record holder in the event, in the 100-metre final at the Games. As expected, Powell earned the gold medal in 10.03, with Henry finishing in seventh spot in a time of 10.28. Henry, 26, making his second Com- monwealth Games appear- ance after com- peting in the 2002 Games in Man- chester, England, was expecting a better result in the final. “A fter yester- day’s rounds I ex- pected a bit more today,” said Henry in a story posted on the Athletics Canada website. “My legs weren’t there. I wasn’t getting out the blocks and accelerating as well. I couldn’t get to the top-end speed smoothly.” Earlier Monday, Henry faced off against Powell in the 100-metre semi- finals. The result was clouded in some controversy as Powell reportedly ap- peared to veer into Henry’s lane nearing the end of the race, which could have resulted in disqualification. Common- wealth Games officials, however, ruled he didn’t impede Henry, who earned a spot in the final by finishing fourth in a time of 10.26. Henry ran his fastest time in the first- round heats on Sunday, finishing third in his heat in 10.25. In the second round, also on Sunday, Henry qualified for the semifinal by finishing second in a time of 10.30. Henry will now prepare to run for Canada in the 4-x-100-metre relay later this week. Anson Henry Pickering teen part of national under-19 men’s rugby team By Al Rivett Sports Editor PICKERING — Big, strong and fast. That’s how John Moonlight describes the Canadian men’s under-19 rugby team -- a squad he’ll be part of -- that’s bound for Dubai in the United Arab Emirates for the International Rugby Board’s Men’s Under-19 World Champi- onships 2006. “We can go out and run over guys when it’s needed and then spin the ball out wide to the backs who will fly by the other teams with their speed,” says Moonlight, offering a preview of how the Canadians will play when they take the field at either the Sharjah Wanderers Rugby Club or the Dubai Exiles Rugby Club in Dubai for the championships from April 4 to 21. Moonlight is part of the 26-member Canadian team that will compete in the 24-nation championships. The countries will be divided into two divisions of 12 teams apiece. Canada was placed in the ‘B’ division and will play Tonga, Namibia and Korea in the pool rounds. Suffice to say, the 18-year-old, first- year Wilfrid Laurier University student is excited about suiting up for Canada. “I’m very excited to represent my country. It means a lot to me,” says Moonlight, who’s also a longtime mem- ber of the Ajax Wanderers Rugby Club. Moonlight’s also proud to be follow- ing in the footsteps of his cousin, David Moonlight, who has served as the cap- tain of Canada’s Sevens rugby team since the 2005-06 season. In fact, his cousin also played for Canada at the under-19 level, and has since played for Canada in the under-23 division and has achieved four international caps for the national senior men’s team. His advice for John at the world cham- pionships? Stay focused. “He basically told me what I need to do to play and how focused I must be,” he says. Moonlight says his place on the Cana- da’s under-19 world championship team was never a sure thing, especially at a training camp in Phoenix, Arizona from Feb. 10 to 20, where the 36 players were whittled down to 26 for the World Cup team. Those at camp also played two international matches against the U.S. under-19s. He remembers being down on him- self after the first couple of practices. “I started off with a strong perfor- mance in the fitness test, but when it came to the actual play drills on the sec- ond day of camp, I had a couple of bad practices and felt when I was selected for the Canada ‘A’ game (an exhibition match) that I might not be touring to Dubai.” Moonlight was named an assistant captain for Canada ‘A’ team’s game against the U.S., helping the Canadians secure a 45-15 victory. His solid play in that game paved the way for a spot on the bench for Canada’s Freedom Cup match -- a trophy awarded to the winner between the Canadian and the U.S. under-19 teams -- also played in Phoenix. The U.S. was the Cup’s previous winner, but Canada took it back with a 31-3 victory. Moonlight played five minutes in the final half, earning his first international cap. He remembers the U.S.-Canada game being faster than anything he had ever experienced before. “The level of play was amazing com- pared to anything I have ever played. Everything happens so quickly and so smoothly that for the first few minutes it took me a second to catch up. Once I got in the groove it was great. Everything was structured and everyone knew where to be and when to be where they should be,” he recalled. Following the two international matches, a week went by before getting the call to be part of Canada’s under- 19 team for the world championships. Moonlight admits it was an agonizing wait. “It was very hard the few days left after the camp waiting to find out,” says Moonlight. “There was a lot of good players at the camp and being new to the program I thought they might be look- ing for more experience. When I finally found out it was a huge relief. I could finally relax and begin training for the trip to Dubai.” The Canadian under-19s leave on March 24 and will undergo a train- ing camp in England before heading for Dubai. In England, the Canadians will play an exhibition game against the Leicester Tigers under-19 team on March 29. The Dunbarton High School graduate says he plans to resume playing for the Ajax Wanderers men’s team during the summer before heading back to Wilfrid Laurier in the fall. Moonlight, Canada take on the world in Dubai News Advertiser file photo Pickering’s John Moonlight will suit up for Canada at the world under-19 rugby championships in Dubai next month. Close, but no Brier for Howard, Hart after loss to Quebec in final Ontario reps enter title game in the driver’s seat By Jim Easson Special to the News Advertiser PICKERING — A Canadian title and a chance to represent Canada at the world championships wasn’t to be for Pickering’s Richard Hart and the Glenn Howard rink representing Ontario at the Tim Hortons Brier. Despite being the hottest team at the Canadian Men’s Curling Champi- onships in Regina, Sask., posting an 11-1 record en route to the final and having beaten the Brier champion Jean-Michel Menard rink of Quebec in the playoff game, the Ontario rink fell short in the final. The under- dog Quebecers edged Ontario 8-7 in an excit- ing contest at Regina’s Brandt Centre on Sun- day night. Menard took an early 4-0 lead and held on for the first Brier victory by a Quebec foursome since 1977. It was only the second time in Brier history that a Quebec rink has cap- tured the coveted curling crown. The Menard rink will represent Canada at the World Men’s Curling Championship in Lowell, Mass. from April 1 to 9. All four members of the Howard rink, however, were named in the all-star selections. Skip Glenn How- ard as skip, Hart at third and second Brent Laing were all named to the first all-star team; lead Craig Savill was selected to the second all-star squad. As finalists, Menard and Howard also received $40,000 each. Richard Hart PA GE B2 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ MARCH 22, 2006A/P Intermediates down Markham- Stouffville Stars DURHAM — The Dur- ham West Junior Light- ning intermediate ‘AA’ rep girls’ hockey squad emerged with a bronze medal at the Provincial Wo men’s Hockey League championship weekend in Windsor last week- end. In the bronze-medal contest, the Lightning scorched the Markham- Stouffville Stars 5-1 on Sunday morning. On Saturday night, the Durham West intermedi- ates were relegated to the bronze-medal game after losing 5-3 to the Stoney Creek Junior Sabres in the championship semi- final. The Sabres led 2-1 after the first period and added to their lead with two goals in the middle frame for a commanding 4-1 score. Durham out- scored Stoney Creek by a 2-1 margin in the third period. Lindsay Hill, Tara Wa- tchorn and Carling Jeyes scored for Durham West, with assists to Darby Smith, Jeyes, Kayla Rich- ard, Jenn Wakefield and Cristin Allen. Durham West finished in first place in ‘B’ Divi- sion round-robin play, chalking up three vic- tories. In Game 1, the Lightning outduelled the Etobicoke Junior Dol- phins 2-1. Durham West scored both its goals in the first period, off the sticks of Wakefield and Hill. Assists went to Kirsten Roach, Allen and Wakefield. Etobicoke scored its only goal in the second period. In Game 2, the Light- ning edged the Bluewa- ter Junior Hawks 2-1. The teams were tied at 1-1 after the second period, with Wakefield’s third- period marker standing up as the game winner. Roach opened the scor- ing for the Lightning, as- sisted by Wakefield and Hill. Smith drew an assist on Wakefield’s marker. In Game 3, Durham West posted a 2-1 win over the Markham- Stouffville Stars to finish preliminary play with an unblemished record. All the offence the Light- ning would need was provided in the opening period, with Wakefield notching both goals. Markham-Stouffville scored its lone goal in the second period. As- sisting on Wakefield’s goals were Roach, Amber Ellis and Jeyes. Other team members are Natalie Spooner, Alison Williams, Callie Bazak, Quinn Caggiula and Christie Connors. The Regional Municipality of York and The Regional Municipality of Durham NOTICE OF PUBLIC INFORMATION FORUMS SOUTHEAST COLLECTOR TRUNK SEWER INDIVIDUAL ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT Affecting land in Markham, Toronto and Pickering The Regional Municipality of York (York Region) and the Regional Municipality of Durham (Durham Regi on) will hold two Public Information Forums (PIFs) as follows to allow interested persons to comment on the initial component s of the Southeast Collector Trunk Sewer Environmental Assessment (EA): Date Tuesday, March 28, 2006 Time: 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Presentation at 7:00 p.m. Location: Parkview Golf Club 6400 Steeles Avenue East Markham, ON Date Wednesday, March 29, 2006 Time: 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Presentation at 7:00 p.m. Location: Kahn Auction Centre 2699 Brock Rd. Pickering, ON The initial components include the purpose for/rationale of the undertaking, proposed alternatives t o the undertaking, preliminary baseline environmental conditions within the study area, the proposed screening and evaluation methodologies for the alternatives to the undertaking, and the proposed screening criteria and evaluation criteria/indicators/measures. The existing Southeast Collector Trunk Sewer is an integral component of the York Durham Sewage Syst em (YDSS). York and Durham Regions are undertaking the Southeast Collector Trunk Sewer EA to address the additional sanitary se wer flows projected from future growth as allowed for in York Region’s Official Plan. Durham Region is a co-proponent with York Reg ion on the EA since a portion of the study area is within Durham Region, and Durham and York Regions are co-owners of the existing YDSS w ithin Durham Region. The study area is generally bounded by 16th Avenue and Highway 7 to the north, 9th Line to the west, Finch Ave nue to the south, and the Pickering/ Ajax municipal boundary and 16th Sideline to the east, as identified in the Key Map below. The proposed Terms of Reference (ToR) for the Southeast Collector Trunk Sewer EA, which was issued in the Summer of 2005 for comment, was approved by the Minister of the Environment (Minister) on February 28, 2006. Now that the ToR has been approved, the Regions of York and Durham have begun preparing the EA that will ultimately be submitted to the Minister for review and approval. Comments and information regarding this project are being collected to assist York and Durham Regions in meeting the requirements of the Environmental Assessment Act. This material will be maintained on file for use during the project and may be included in project documentation. Information collected will be used in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Yo ur participation is an important part of the process and we welcome your input. We encourage you to attend either one of the two PIFs to review the materials available and provide any comment or information that you have with regard to the project. Please note that additional rounds of PIFs will be held at key points later in the study to receive your input. A copy of the approved ToR as well as a discussion paper on the “Alternatives to the Undertaking” ar e available for your information on the project website: http://sec.cenet.ca. Please direct written comments to one of the following team members, or through the e-mail connectio n from the project website by April 14, 2006. John Bourrie Project Manager Earth Tech Canada Inc. 105 Commerce Valley Drive W, 7th Fl. Markham, ON L3T 7W3 Te l: (905) 886-7022, ext. 2469 john.bourrie@earthtech.ca Wa yne Green Project Manager Yo rk Region 17250 Yonge Street, 2nd Fl. Newmarket, ON L3Y 6Z1 Te l: 1-877-464-9675, ext. 5049 wayne.green@york.ca Rich Tindall Project Manager Durham Region P.O. Box 623 605 Rossland Road East Whitby, ON L1N 6A3 Te l: 1-800-372-1102, ext. 3547 rich.tindall@region.durham.on.ca The Durham West Junior Lightning intermediate women’s hockey team earned bronze at the Provincial Women’s Hockey League’s championship weekend in Windsor. The Lightning defeated the Markham-Stouffville Stars 5-1 in the bronze-medal contest. Junior Lightning bronzed in league championship Guelph has stranglehold in best-of-five tilt PICKERING — The Pickering Panthers minor peewee ‘AA’ rep hockey team is on the ropes in its best-of-five all-On- tario final series against Guelph. Guelph holds a two- game-to-none advan- tage in the Ontario Minor Hockey Association cham- pionship series, with the Panthers hoping to stave off elimination in Game 3 of the series at Pickering’s Don Beer Arena on Tues- day night. The result wasn’t avail- able at press time Mon- day. The Panthers dropped Game 2 of the series 5-3 in Guelph on Sunday af- ternoon. The Pickering minor peewees also came out on the wrong end of a tight game with Guelph in Game 1 of the OMHA all-Ontario playdowns at the Pickering Recreation Complex on Saturday. The Panthers dropped a 1-0 decision to Guelph in the opener of the best-of- five final series. Midway through the first period, Guelph scored on a tre- mendous individual effort by Matthew Nightengale, who managed to elude three Pickering defenders, finishing with a highlight reel deke on goalie Mitch- ell Sora. The Guelph goal turned the momentum in favour of the visitors as they outplayed the Panthers throughout the second pe- riod. Pickering came on strong late in the third pe- riod as they pressed for the tying goal. With Guelph playing short-handed, and Sora on the bench in favour of an extra attacker, the Pan- thers came close several times but ultimately were unable to score the equal- izer. Pickering peewees hope to hang tough in OMHA final series Panthers’ Postscript PICKERING — The season may be over, but the Pickering Panthers are getting a head start on the next campaign by announcing the dates of its pre-tryout camp at the Pickering Recreation Com- plex. The three-day camp is slated for the complex’s O’Brien rink from April 3 to 5 from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. each night. The camp will prepare bantam- and midget-age players for upcoming midg- et and junior tryouts. For further in- formation, refer to the Panthers’ website, www. pickeringpan- thersjra.com, or call general manager Fr ank Robinson at 905-427-0930. The Panthers also announced the dates of its annual rookie camp. It’s at the Pickering R ecreation Complex on Monday, April 24 and Tuesday, April 25 from 8 to 11 p.m. and W ednesday, April 26 from 7 to 10 p.m. ••• Turnabout is fair play, es- pecially when it concerns the Markham Waxers and the Pickering Pan- thers. After sweeping the Panthers in four straight games out of the best- of-seven South Confer- ence semifinal series, the Markham Waxers were, in turn, silenced in the minimum four games in the South Conference final se- ries by the top-seeded St. Michael’s Buzzers. The Buzzers now play the Bowmanville Eagles -- the lone remaining Dur- ham Region tier II junior team in the playoff hunt -- in the OHA Ontario Pro- vincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League semifinal series. The other semifinal series pits the Oakville Blades of the league’s West Conference against the Stouffville Spirit of the North Conference. ••• Pickering Panthers power forward Brett Connolly is eligible to return to the Panthers’ fold next season, but head coach John Winder doubts that will be the case. Wind- er believes Con- nolly will turn pro with one of several pro leagues. “I’m sure that he’s going to explore that,” says Wind- er. “It’s not out of the realm of possibility (that he will return to the Panthers), but we’ll see as the summer progresses.” ••• After a season of sitting on the sidelines, the OPJHL will adopt the National Hockey League rules changes for the 2006-07 season. In- cluded in those rules is an all-out assault on obstruc- tion, which has provided the Ontario Hockey League and the NHL with more of- fence and more free-flow- ing play. “The rule changes will make the game faster,” predicts Winder. “Some of the penalties will be called more closely as they are in the OHL and the NHL.” Brett Connolly City tumblers near top at third Ontario Cup meet John WinderJohn Winder Pickering Athletic Centre athletes qualify for provincials PICKERING — A trio of Pickering Athletic Centre tumblers fared well at the third Ontario Cup qualify- ing event in the Etobicoke recently. Ashley Wells and Rebec- ca Palen tied for fourth, while teammate Alize Chandler finished a close fifth in the Provincial 1 women’s senior category. All three athletes will compete at the Tumble and Trampoline provincial championships in Etobi- coke over the March 31 weekend. Serena Bono coaches the tumblers at the cen- tre. NE032G103 © 2003. Sears Canada Inc. NE034F206 ©2006. 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Fax resume to: 416-469-8106 please quote: 1G002 A DRIVERS required for new trucks. Singles & teams. U.S. line haul.Call 1-416-568-0600 OWNER OPERATOR with 5 ton truck, and d license driver re- quired for part time overnight de- liveries, some lifting required. call (905) 438-1170.Ask for Sandy “InterNATIONAL ASSOCIATION of Certified Home Inspectors” accredited training offered. Tues/Thurs. class full. Accepting registrations for Mon/Wed. class- es Suitable for all Home Inspec- tors, Home Owners/Buyers and Realtors. Mock inspections, hands-on and supervised training in our century-old home. Loca- tions in Bowmanville, Kingston and Brantford. Register now for DAY or EVENING sessions or ask about our Log Home course. Financing available. 1-866-697- 0117 BOOKKEEPER FOR A new and exciting business in Ajax. Experi- ence in ACCPAC and Excel. Full or part-time. References. Excel- lent salary. Fax: 905-686-0964 CARPENTER & LABOURER with 5 years experience in con- struction. Must own a vehicle, have strong abilities to learn new skills, assist with installation of motorized partitions, able to un- load materials, tools, etc. Must be able to travel occasionally. Fax resume to: 905-987-6200 CASH DAILY,$70-$100/day. Call Sam (905)837-9172. COUNTRY STYLE DONUTS in Newcastle is looking for full part time donut bakers and midnight shift staff for weekends only. Call Alex cell: 416-875-8224 anytime or fax resume to (905)987-4766. CURVESÆ FITNESS and weight loss centre is hiring full and part- time Circuit Coach/Sales staff for their Pickering locations. Apply if you're energetic, love motivating people and love sales. Send or email resumes to 1050 Brock Rd., Tel/Fax: 905-421-9550, curvesresumes@pathcom.com DEJA VU DISCS in Oshawa is looking for P/T retail associates extremely knowledgeable about music. Open interview session in store @ 250 Taunton Rd East. Saturday March 25th 3pm to 5pm. Please bring resume. dejavudiscs.com 905-435-9989 DRIVERS WANTED for Blue Line Ta xis. Part-time shifts available. Please call Roy at 905-440-2011 or (905) 439-1111. EXPERIENCED LABOURERS for bricklayer,exp a must, must have own trans work Oshawa and Toronto. Call Gary (905) 725- 7370 after 6. FREE Telephone Service FREEDOM PHONE LINES Regardless of Credit No Deposit Required LOWEST PRICE Call now & receive 1 month FREE 1-866-884-7464 FULL TIME maintenance person. Must be able to work without su- pervision, knowledgeable in plumbing, electric, drywall, pool maintenance, etc. Hotel experi- ence preferred, but not neces- sary. Must be available days, evenings and weekends. Must have vehicle. FRONT DESK & HOUSEKEEPING POSITIONS. Part-time for limited service hotel. Experience preferred. Must have own transportation. Please fax resume to: 905-436-9544 LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION company in Ajax requires Labour- ers and Lead hands for interlock- ing stone, retaining walls, planting and sodding work. Excellent wages and working conditions. Start immediately. Fax resume to 905-686-6642. HOMEWORKERS needed!! To Assemble Products- Stuffing En- velopes, Mailing/Processing Cir- culars, On-Line Computer Work, PC/Clerical Work Available. Up to $1,500/week, No Experience Needed! FREE information at www.CanadianHomeJobs.com, Reference 7-107 LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE & Fence/Deck Construction. Clintar is currently hiring EXPERIENCED maintenance crew leaders, labor- ers & fence/deck installers. Must have valid drivers license with clean abstract. Please fax re- sume to: 905-723-6760 or email to: hr-durham@clintar.com LANDSCAPERS REQUIRED - Experience in interlock, pre-cast material, and natural stone con- struction. Phone Peter Wiggans (905)263-2101 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL - Apply in person to 1614 Dundas St. E., Suite 203. Whitby (Dundas / Thickson) on Monday to Thurs- day from 9:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m MANAGER full time for a high traffic drug store in Port Hope, experience in retail management with human resources, comput- ers, merchandising and inventory control skills. salary commensu- rate with experience and qualifi- cations fax resume to 905-372- 9126. MOUNTAIN ASH Landscaping requires experienced fe- male/male landscape/mainte- nance labourers, April-November, 26-38 hrs/week. Energetic, orga- nized, detail-oriented, reliable, drivers license with clean abstract. Wage based on experi- ence. Fax 905-665-3382 or Email: info@mountainash.com OGS Grounds Maintenance is looking for experienced fore- men/women/lead hands for full- time positions. Compensation commensurate with experience. Fax resume to: 905-655-8092 or email to: jzylstra@ogsgroup.ca ORDER TAKERS NEEDED $25/hr. avg. Full Time We Train You!! 905.435.0518 PA RT TIME Industrial / Commercial CLEANERS Days/evenings/wknds $11/hour MANDATORY- Drivers License, References, Police check. 905-420-3112 PERMANENT POSITION available in fast paced retail environment. Heavy lifting in- volved. Applicant must have good organizational skills. Good people skills and familiarity with computer an asset. Excellent benefit package. Send resume to Bennett's, 1099 Kingston Rd. Pickering, Ontario L1V 1B5 email durham@bennetts.ca No phone calls please. Primerica -member of Citigroup Yo u can be part of this growing financial services company on a full or part time basis. We are seeking mature, motivated, and hardworking individuals who seek high income potential to rep- resent our company. We offer full training to licensing by the Province; experience not a requirement. This is an exciting career with a dynamic company. Fa x resumes attention Jill Roberts at 905-436-5876 or call me at 905-436-8499 ext.117. R.I.B.O. LICENSED BROKER P/lines sales - salaried. Must have excellent computer skills. CQ/sig an asset. Send resume to FX (905)426-4959 or email: jbell@bryson-insurance.com REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY,In- stallers helper for carpet, vinyl and hardwood installation. Call 416-464-8359 or (905)428-3663 SEEKING NEW MOMS Part-time career opportunity. High-income potential. Excellent training. Set your own hours. For more information call John Frizzle at (905)509-4518 STOP LOOKING,START Work- ing. Our company is expanding and seeking new talent. Willing to train the right people in customer service/sales/promotions and light warehouse. 15 openings avail. No experience needed. $450+weekly. For an interview call Amy 905-837-9200. No tele- marketing. SUPERINTENDENT required full- time for Oshawa apartment com- plex. Suitable for retired/semi-re- tired couple. No pets. Fax resume 416-297-9499. Only those cho- sen for an interview will be con- tacted. WAREHOUSE PERMANENT part time. $8.50 per hr. 3 days per week or on call. Duties in- clude pick n pack, price sticker- ing, sorting of returns, some physical lifting in a quick paced job environment. Ideal for semi- retired person or homemaker, could lead to full time. Please fax resume to (905) 428-7554. WINDOW AND SUNROOM manufacturer requires people who enjoy working with their hands and can accurately read a tape measure. Fax resume to 905-686-4798 or drop off resume at 239 Station St.Ajax. A BRAND NEW SPA opening in Pickering Village requires the very best in the field. Registered Massage Therapists, & Estheti- cians. If you’re a team player and love to help clients send resume: sherryrobinson@rogers.com Sherry 905-903-4040 COURTICE: NEW SALON, New Concept Looking for updated Sty- lists & Estheticians. 905-623- 2440 or fax 905-623-1680 THE FACIAL PLACE, Aestheti- cian for evenings and weekends, RMT's full time or part time, facial@bellnet.ca or call (905)668-8128 UPPER LEVEL OF SALON, Aesthetician or Nail Technician space, approx 700sq.ft. Available April 15th. Call (905)432-8026 AIR CONDITIONING INSTALL- ER required, also experienced electric water heater installer. Please fax resume in confidence to 905-725-0886. or call (905)260-0172 To Place an Ad in Ajax or Pickering Call 905-683-0707 or Tor. line 1-416-798-7259 Email: classifi eds@durhamregion.com Classifi eds On-Line Web Site: www.durhamregion.com ClassifiedsClassifiedsNews AdvertiserNews Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9:00-5 Closed Saturday A/P PAGE B4 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, March 22, 2006 www.durhamregion.com ST MARYS/CBM, a leading employer, producer, and supplier of concrete and related products, is celebrating its 75th year! We are committed to environmental leadership and the safety of our employees. To meet our growth needs in Bowmanville, we require a dedicated... Dispatcher Highly organized, customer service oriented, and skilled in providing quotes, you will perform weigh scale duties, optimize orders and deliveries, and maintain communications with drivers. A highly effective problem solver, you will also ensure the recording and processing of fuel reports, COD orders, and the balancing of petty cash. Your strong communication skills are supported by a mathematical aptitude and a commitment to quality and safety. To join our progressive and employee focused organization, please apply in writing to: Fax: (905) 372-4060 e-mail: dslogan@vcsmc.com www.stmaryscement.com 20 PACKAGING OPERATORS NEEDED IMMEDIATE OPPORTUNITIES LONG & SHORT TERM ASSIGNMENTS $9.50 + PER HOUR OPEN HOUSE FRIDAY MARCH 24TH, 8:00AM-4:00PM If you meet the following criteria and have the desire to work within a busy team environment we need to talk to you: •Ability to work continental Shifts and or three rotating shifts •Possess proof of Grade 12 diploma •Ability of passing Criminal Back- ground Check •Work Boots •Previous Packaging or Production experience advantageous •Desire to gain full-time employment Please bring with you a current copy of your resume together with contact names of two references. Spherion Staffing Solutions On Site at Patheon Whitby 111 Consumers Drive, Whitby (Between Brock St and Thickson Rd) South End of Parking Lot In The Staff Training Centre 905-430-4258 Treatment Foster Parents Needed!!! To provide care for special needs children with emotional, behavioural and/or medical challenges. We are interested in people who have experience working with special needs children to provide care in their homes. We require that at least one parent be at home full time to address the varying needs of these children. A valid drivers license and access to a vehicle is required. Experience in fostering would be an asset! For Further Information: Please call Christine White Reaching Family Homes 905-837-2098 1-888-460-7921 The WynField LTC Home is looking for a Full Time Food Handler. Must have or be enrolled in The Food Service Worker Program (College Certificate) And must possess The Food and Safety Certificate (Department of Health.). Experience working in a Long Term Care Facility preferred. Please fax resume with Certificates to the WynField: Attention Nutrition Manager 905 579-4902 YMCA Durham Employment Services WAL-MART JOB FAIR WAL-MART (Ajax Location) is seeking to fill: Various full & part-time positions Interviews will be conducted On-Site Please bring resume Thursday March 23, 10am-2pm YMCA Durham Employment Services (Suite 7) 1550 Kingston Rd., Pickering, ON (Hwy. 2 and Valley Farm Rd.) 905-686-7060 WE'VE GOT GREAT THINGS IN STORE FOR YOU! Are you looking for health and dental benefits & competitive wages? Are you looking for work when the kids are in school? •FULL TIME - Baker •PA RT TIME 5 A.M. - 10 A.M. •PA RT TIME - WEEKENDS •FULL TIME 2 P.M. - 1 0 P.M. STOREFRONT 1750 Bayly St. W., Pickering fax (905) 428-2216 938 Liverpool Rd., Pickering fax (905) 421-9212 "An employer you can count on" LOOKING FOR WORK? START HERE! ●training ● resumes ●job market ●self-employment provides the knowledge, skills and directions you need to be successful in your job search. Call 905-426-8337 to reserve a seat for the next FREE Workshop or to arrange a FREE Personal Meeting with a friendly, knowledgeable Employment Advisor. www.theemploymentadvantage.com WORK NOW! ASSEMBLY/PACKAGING Ajax & Whitby Dayshift, Criminal Check Required General Labor, Factory assignments in Oshawa, Pickering. Apply: 9am to 3:30pm weekdays to: 185 Brock St.N., #206, Whitby (above Dundas) Bring SIN card & void cheque With operations in 35 countries, and North American headquarters in Peterborough, ON, NEFAB is an international leader in export custom packaging solutions. Com- bine career growth and lifestyle options only the beautiful Kawartha Lakes region can offer by joining our team as: PA CKAGING DESIGN - SUPERVISOR Reporting to Sales, you will lead our design support group in developing and designing innovative industrial packaging solutions for customers. Yo u will manage and direct your team, establish best practices and benchmarks, manage customer projects, develop continuous improvement methods, and im- prove manufacturability and efficiency. This hands-on role requires you to prepare designs for customer solutions including 2D & 3D drawings, conduct design re- views and incorporate quality requirements into technical documentation in com- pliance with ISO procedures. You will provide technical support to sales & manufac- turing. Yo ur background will include a degree/diploma in packaging or mechanical engi- neering and a minimum of 5 years packaging design and prior supervisory experi- ence. Cross border travel is periodically required. PA CKAGING DESIGNER Prepare 2D & 3D drawings and corresponding material lists, work order instructions and production drawings for customer requirements. Yo ur background will include a degree/diploma in packaging or mechanical engi- neering and minimum 5 years CAD design experience, preferably in industrial transportation packaging. If your are looking for a challenging career opportunity, see our website www.nefab.com and forward your resume & salary expectations in confidence to: Nefab Inc. Fax: (705) 748-0034 or Email: hr@nefab.com Only those selected for interview will be contacted. Quality Cleaning Staff International Services Company requires experienced cleaning operatives for various locations within the Durham Region. Preference will be given to applicants with experience in Light/Heavy Duty Cleaning Techniques. A progressive wage and benefit package will be provided. Qualified applicants who wish to join this dynamic company should FAX their resumes to: Human Resources Dept. (905) 889-6312 Only applicants selected for interview will be contacted ESTIMATOR Local Construction Company specializing in sewer and watermain installation seeks an estimator with a minimum 5 years experience. Please fax resume to 905-668-3584 NELSON FINANCIAL GROUP LTD. "HERE WE GROW AGAIN!" Part Time Receptionists Fax resume to: 905-839-7002 www.nelsongroup.ca FULL TIME EXPERIENCED LEGAL SECRETARY for Whitby family law lawyer.Must have excellent typing & computer skills & be proficient in Family Law Rules, Divorcemate, Word & P.C.Law. Fax resume with salary expectations to 905-668-8475 Are you tired of driving to Toronto? We have an immediate opening for an EXPERIENCED NEW/USED CAR SALES We offer: •Great floor traffic •Aggressive remuneration package •Monthly and Annual bonus •Good benefit plan •Demo available Become part of our winning team!! For private and confidential interview call & ask for Kerry or Dennis VILLAGE CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP LTD. 19 Harwood Ave. N.,Ajax, Ont. LlS 2B9 Tele. (905) 683-5358 Fax (905) 683-5738 Email: dennis@villagechrysler.ca Diet Wise is a medically supervised health & weight loss clinic that provides care and support by qualified nurses and physicians in a safe and supervised environment. We currently have a position available at our Whitby location for a... LICENSED RN OR RPN for a full - time permanent position. If interested please submit resume to: E-mail: info.whitby@dietwiseclinics.ca Fax: 905-666-0633 We thank you in advance for your interest.Those applicants who have been selected for an interview will be notified. Sunnycrest Nursing Home "People Caring For People" is looking for a CLINICAL LEADER - F/T days Must have: current RN Certificate; 5 Years LTC experience; Demonstrate strong leadership, critical problem solving skills, commtted to life-long learning and be resident focused. Mail/fax resume to: Director of Resident Care 1635 Dundas St. E. Whitby, On. L1N 2K9 Fax: 905-576-4712 Sunnycrest Nursing Home "People Caring For People" is looking for F/T & P/T RPN's who wants autonomy, challenge and diversity in their career. Mail/fax resume to: Director of Resident Care 1635 Dundas St. E. Whitby, ON. L1N 2K9 Fax: 905-576-4612 EXPERIENCED AUTOCAD Draftperson for large millwork company in Durham Region re- quires a through knowledge of a minimum Autocad 2000LT. Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, as well as Adobe Acrobat ability to read blueprints and millwork shop drawings. Please fax resume to 905-428- 1463. EXPERIENCED Eavestrough helper required for GTA. Please call (416)438-4344. No experi- ence, no problem, take our Learn A Trade course in 2 days. Call 416-717-0642 for details LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION FOREMEN required for Scarbo- rough based company. Minimum 5 years experience including site layout, grading, retaining walls, interlock, planting etc. Must have valid drivers licence, DZ pre- ferred. A team leader position with great potential and competi- tive wages. Please fax resume to Salivan Landscape at 416-321- 8315 or to the e-mail address: salivan@bellnet.ca. RAGLAN INDUSTRIES is currently looking for both alumi- num and steel welder fitters. Compensation is dependent on skill level and abilities. Apply in person to: Raglan Industries Inc. 5151 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa, L1H 7K4 or by fax 905-655-5997. BOOKKEEPER/OFFICE ADMIN. required for property manage- ment company in Bowmanville. Experience in A/R, A/P, Word and Excel required. Fax resume including salary expectations to (905) 697-9913. REAL ESTATE RECEPTIONIST - SECRETARY - Busy real es- tate office looking to hire full time & part time secretary. Real estate experience necessary. Good communication & phone skills, Microsoft word/powerpoint/ex- cel/access/html knowledge a must. Please fax resume to 905- 430-4505. ADVERTISING sales rep re- quired for Durham publication, experienced, mature, self-moti- vated. Commission. (416)290- 6699 INSIDE SALES AGENTS –Debit and Credit Card Sales. Great Op- portunity to use your selling skills. Earn large commissions + $10- 12/hour base. Call 1-800-219- 7119 x 500 TELEMARKETER - Pickering- based conference company est. 1986 seeks individual with ex- cellent telephone manner for telemarketing to businesses with- in an existing client base. Hourly plus commission. Resume to tammy@electricityforum.com RETAIL SERVICE COMPANY requires merchandising coverage in regional home improvement stores. Involves labour, custom- er service and computer skills. Need car. P/T to F/T hrs. 416- 922-3380. Email resume to rileysalessupport@sympatico.ca CDA OR PDA full-time position, Oshawa practice, no evenings or weekends. Minimum 2 years experience. Fax resume to: 905- 434-8520, attn.Mary. DICTATYPIST FOR X- RAY/U.S./B.M.D.Experience needed, casual and vacation for Scarborough/Oshawa area. Please fax resume to 416-757- 4146. EXPERIENCED DENTAL AS- SISTANT required for maternity leave in Ajax office. Monday-Fri- day. Fax resume to: 905-683- 7771. FULL TIME RMT required for a busy holistic health care office. Call (905) 434-1322. between 9 a.m.and 12 noon. FULL-TIME DENTAL Reception- ist/Assistant and part time dental assistant required for busy dental office in Oshawa area. Please fax resume to 905-436-9672. PHARMACY TECHNICIAN (full time). Wal-Mart Pharmacy, Pickering. Must possess strong English communication skills, be available days/evenings/week- ends, have minimum 1 year ex- perience. Contact: Suraj Benegal (905)619-9591 Registered Massage Therapist Part - time hours including evenings, in a private physio- therapy practice in North Oshawa. E-mail resume to: toprehab@bellnet.ca Attn: Nicolas Begel. RN REQUIRED for Permanent Part Time Position for PAR. ACLS preferred, BCLS required. Please forward resume for inter- view to: 2 Albert St. North, Lind- say, Ontario, K9V 4J1. Attention: Sandy. WANTED: FULL-TIME Level II Dental Assistant for busy ortho- dontic practice in Ajax. No experi- ence required. Must be HARP certified. Please fax resume to 905-619-8885. EL RANCHO HIRING:Hosts, Servers, Dishwashers, Prep Cooks. Full/Part time. Drop re- sume at 3500 Brock St. N. Whitby (north of Rossland). FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME ex- perienced short order cook. Ap- ply in person at Angelique's Res- taurant. 31 Barr Road.Ajax. *RENTERS* Why rent when You can own? Free computerized list with pictures of homes available with No Money Down From $1,200/month Free recorded Message. 1-800-417-7295 ID #7051 Visit: www. DurhamStop Renting.com ReMax Ability Real Estate Limited** 905-434-7777 Matt Cooper* 2-1/2 YEAR OLD BROOKLIN Beauty! 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bath- rooms ensuite w/Jacuzzi, liv- ing/dining room, family room, hardwoods and ceramics main floor, gas fireplace. Many Many Upgrades!! $294,900. Call to view 905-924-4953.Shows 10++ A PORT PERRY area NEW spectacular all brick bungalow ex- ec. 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March 26 1:00-4:00-pm 92 Liberty St. South, Bowmanville. 905-697-7956 OPEN HOUSE,110 Annes St. Whitby. Saturday March 25 & 26, 12-5pm. Bungalow, private treed 70'x160' lot. 3 bedroom, 2 bath- room, renovated bathroom & kitchen, CAC, Garburator, built-in dishwasher, 200-AMP service, Gas to garage, stove, dryer & BBQ. New high efficiency gas furnace, gas water heater. De- tached heated oversized 1.5 car garage (18x30). Private Sale. $269,000. Call Mike 905-426- 0292 PIGEON LAKE $169,850.4 bed- room ranch in waterfront commu- nity with private park with beach and docking ($100). 1/3 acre lot. Ve ry spacious. 2100 square feet. Oak kitchen, separate dining room, 2 new baths. New lami- nate throughout. 1-905-876-6674 or 1-905-632-1015. SELLING AT $270,000! 687 Grierson St. Oshawa. Make this YOUR home this Spring!! Charming bungalow in sought after Beau Valley neighbourhood, 50x150ft, hardwood on main floor, 2 tiled bathrooms, new light fixtures, appliances 2yrs old, new 30yr shingles, in ground pool, backs onto wooded area. In-Law/income w/sep. entrance. COMPLETELY reno- vated top to bottom! Visit www.687grierson.ca or tel. 905-924-6395 for details. Address: 687 Grierson St., Oshawa. By appointment only. PICKERING,1210 Radom St. 3 bedroom condo, newly renovated. $174,900. View at privateexchange.com, or call (905)420-0538 FOR RENT - OSHAWA,south- west corner Thornton/Conlin flat 50 acres, low rent. Land needs preparation. (416)225-1705 or 416-878-6016 (cell) 1,000 SQ.FT.,reception area. 4 offices. Available immediately Call 905-434-1888. APPROX. 380 SQ.FT.self-con- tained office, with washroom. Brock Rd. S. area. $450 monthly plus GST. includes heat & hydro. (905) 427-7400. PRIVATE OFFICE AVAILABLE for lease, located in Ajax. Suitable for Alternative Health Care Practitioner. Share recep- tion area and washroom facilities with established Hypnotherapist. Rent is $450/month all inclusive. 1st/last required. For more infor- mation call Sherry 905-441- 1674. A JOB AT HOME.$493.97 weekly. Mail work or computer work. Go to: www.MyHomePCJob.com Code 16 or write for Free details at 3-11 BELLEROSE DR. Suite #122-16 ST.ALBERT, AB T8N 5C9 ESTABLISHED CANADIAN Tan- ning Company looking for part- ners. Minimum $80,000 invest- ment.Call (416)646-3333 ESTABLISHED/PROFITABLE 15 year family business, (renting items to business and public) - Retiring! Work regular hours, 200k revenue, 95k wages - 2.5 people. Asking $135k.. Gary 416- 651-2112. HAIRDRESSING BUSINESS for sale in Bowmanville. Fully equipped, good location. For in- for mation call (905)623-4172 SUPERINTENDENT required full- time for Oshawa/Bowmanville apartment complex. Suitable for retired/semi-retired couple. No pets. Fax resume (905)623-2257. Only those chosen for an inter- view will be contacted. $$$100 % FINANCING OAC 5 yr. at 5.20% or Variable at 4.50 % OAC, Cash take-outs, Re- finances, Self-employed, Com- mercial, even poor credit. Call Kevin, Mon. to Sat. at: 1-800- 328-7887 ext.366. $$$MORTGAGE FINANC- ING$$$ - $$$1ST AND 2ND MORTGAGES $$$ www.mortga- gebid.ca or call Dennis @1-800- 915-2353. Purchases, renewals or refinance. To consolidate your debts. Lowest rates possible for residential or commercial.Credit issues, self employed, I will as- sess your needs. Prompt, profes- sional service. $$MONEY$$Consolidte Debts Mortgages to 100%. No income, bad credit OK! ONTARIOWIDE FINANCIAL CORP 1-888-307- 7799. From 4.69% for 5 years. lst. & 2nd Mortgages to 100% (OAC) Best Available Rates Private Mortgage Funds Arrears P.O.S Refinancing Debt Consolidation a Specialty For FAST PROFESSIONAL SERVICE Call 905-666-4986 NEED A LOAN? Problem Cred- it? Secured unsecured, cars, trucks, refinancing, pay day, credit cards. Nelson Financial Group. Call Jacqui 1-866-340- 5559 ext.264 TURNED DOWN by your bank for a mortgage? I can help! Up to 100% financing. Call Janie - Upper Canada Funding 905-404- 5601.www.mortgagefree123.com (1) A ONE BEDROOM Oshawa north, 6-storey quiet building, large balcony, appliances, park- ing, util. included. $775. April 1st. (1) bachelor apt. May 1st. $575. 905-436-9785. (1) BRAND NEW 3 bedroom, main floor of house, Pickering. New carpets, paint, ceramic, win- dows. Includes laundry, 3 car parking, private deck/yard. Fami- ly neighbourhood. Near schools, GO, 401. $1295/incl. (416)459- 2350 1 BEAUTIFUL EXECUTIVE 3- bdrm house-main floor & loft. Min. to GM, Oshawa. Security Sys- tem, c/a, c/v, Jacuzzi. Large Oak Kitchen w/ceramic floors & wood- stove. Huge rec. room. Large deck w/large private yard, avail. April 15th. $1400/mo+ 75% hy- dro.905-435-6675 1-BDRM APT.,Central Oshawa, parking, private entrance, gas fireplace, $750/mo inclusive. Avail. May lst. No dogs. First/last.(905)213-6593. 1-BDRM BSMT,Hwy #2/Westney, Ajax. Fireplace, parking, laundry, avail. immedi- ately. No smoking/pets. $800/mo inclusive. First/last. Call (647)404-9846 1-BEDROOM APARTMENT, $775/month inclusive, avail. May 1st. Immaculate newer building in decent Oshawa neighbour- hood. Prefer quality adult tenants, No dogs. 905-448-0390, 905- 439-8893 1-BEDROOM UPPER APT., suitable for quiet single profes- sional person. Utilities included, parking, very clean, no smoking, no pets. $675 first/last, downtown Oshawa. Available April 1. 905- 433-1469 1-BEDROOM WALKOUT base- ment apt. in brand new North Oshawa home. Separate en- trance, parking, laundry, garage access. $750 plus utilities. Near all amenities. 416-998-0423 1011 SIMCOE ST. N.,Oshawa - Large 3 bedroom town home suites with full basements, available for rent. Private fenced yards with mature trees. Close to all amenities. $799.00 per month. Call (905)579-7649 for an appointment. 2 BEDROOM APT.Townline and Taunton area. For info. call 905- 725-7493. 2-BDRM in triplex. Wilson/Ade- laide area, Oshawa. Available May 1st. Quiet, backs onto ra- vine. No smoking/pets. Lots of parking. Suitable for retired per- sons.(905)728-3448 2-BEDROOM SECOND floor apt., King/Park Rd area. Newly renovated, central air, stove, fridge, dishwasher, $900/month+ hydro, first/last. Non-smokers, no pets. Available April 15th. 905- 723-3224, 905-728-1917 after 6pm. 3 BEDROOM townhouse, rent with option to buy. Fridge, stove, all inclusive, $1200 mo., first/last required. Close to G.M. (905)435- 4363. 401/WHITES, PICKERING,reno- vated basement apt. Separate entrance, A/C, clean, quiet, suits mature person. No pets. Refer- ences. $750/mo inclusive. (905)839-3053 A+ NORTH OSHAWA 3 bedroom upper level, fully self contained and well maintained in a family secured area. 1.5 baths, A/C, near all amenities. Please call Robert Today, 416-402-3435. AJAX 2 bed. bsmt. apt. Also 1 Bed. & Bachelor apt. Parking, close to all amenities. 905-686-8906 905-428-8946 Ajax - Hermitage area. Executive 2 bed. bsmt. apt. 2 bathrooms, fireplace, own laundry, parking, patio, close to all amenities. 905-427-0908 AJAX - Three bed. apt. available now, non-smoking. All appliances included. Parking, private en- trance. Near shopping, 401, bus stop..$1250. 647-880-6821 or 905-428-6821.. AJAX -Large 2- bedroom base- ment apt. $850/inclusive. Private entrance, parking, laundry, full bath, available April 1st. (416)616-7776. AJAX Bright one-bedroom plus den/computer room. Separate en- trance. Shared laundry. Parking. $650/mth all inclusive. 1st & last req'd.(905)427-2019.. AJAX CHURCH/HWY 2/Picker- ing Village - Large two bdrm in clean, quiet building. Available April/May 1, $950/mo utilities in- cluded plus parking. Call 905- 426-1161 AJAX HARWOOD/WESTNEY 1 bdrm.bsmnt.apt. Parking, fridge, stove. No smoking/pets. $725/mo.inclusive, first & last required. Call 905-427-3935 AJAX, SALEM/401,3-bedroom main floor, spacious, corner lot, 4 appliances, 2 parking, hardwood floors, walkout deck, $1500 inclu- sive. Call (905)426-7341 (416)802-8703. AJAX opposite Wal-Mart, spa- cious, legal 2-bedroom walkout basement, 4 appliances, private laundry facilities, near schools, no pets/smoking. $849/mo. Available, private entrance 905- 686-5559, cell 416-895-4388 AJAX, 401/SALEM,small 1 bed- room basement apartment, suit single. Parking, c/air, cable, inter- net, laundry, private entrance. $650/inclusive, first/last, No smoking/pets. Avail. April 1st. (905)686-7692 after 3:30pm AJAX,newer extremely spa- cious, bright 1-bdrm raised bsmt apt. Separate entrance, parking, a/c, jacuzzi, cable, shared laun- dry, first/last. $785+ 1/3 hydro. AVAILABLE MAY 1st. (905)683- 5088. AJAX, SPACIOUS, ONE bed- room. Separate entrance. Park- ing. Cable. Internet and more. All inclusive. $790. 905-683- 8264. After 5p: 647-889-8073. AJAX- 2-BEDROOM basement apartment, bright, spacious, pri- vate entrance, $800 month in- cludes parking, first/last. Available immediately. Call (905)427-1024. AJAX/PICKERING (north near Greenwood) 1 studio apt with kitchen, livingroom, bathroom. Ideal for single person. Private entrance in natural park-like set- ting. $700/mo-inclusive. Parking. (905)649-5555 APT. FOR RENT - 3 large bed- room apt, newly renovated. Available immediately, Oshawa. $900/mo. + hydro. Call 905-718- 5277. BACHELOR APT.- hydro and water included. $600/mo. First/last required. Suit single male/female. Brock/Taunton Pick- ering. Avail. now. (905)426-0121 Tony. BACHELOR, 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments, in most beautiful adult lifestyle building. Available immediately. Stevenson & Ross- land, Oshawa. Call 905-579- 3700 or (905)723-1009. BEAUTIFUL 4 BEDROOM executive home. 2350sq.ft. Laundry, parking. Salem/Bayly, Ajax. near 401, walk to parks/wa- terfront. Available immediately. $1800 plus utilities. No smoking. Call for viewing (416)728-2421 BLOOR ST. EAST OSHAWA- Near No Frills/401. 2 bedrooms, $745+hydro($50/mo) immediate- ly., 1-bedroom $645/inclusive, May 1st.. Immaculate, well-main- tained, nice, bright. Laundry, small building Bus-stop at door. First/last, 1-parking. No pets. 905-668-1946 BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms, Please call Mon-Fri 9 a.m - 5 p.m Evenings by appt. only 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. BOWMANVILLE Spacious 1- bedroom apartment. Quiet loca- tion. Free parking, no smoking environment, no pets. Adult life- style building. $725 utilities in- cluded. Available April 1st, 905- 697-3491. BOWMANVILLE,modern clean bright 1-bedroom. Parking, laun- dry, suit non-smoking mature adult. No Dogs. Available May15th/June 1st Discount for seniors.(905)725-1052 BRAND NEW 2 bedroom base- ment apartment, 850sq.ft., Laun- dry, parking. Brock/Taunton, Whitby. near schools and amenities. Available immediately. $850/inclusive. No smoking. Call for viewing. (416)728-2421 BRIGHT 3 BEDROOM BUNGA- LOW Main floor only. Fridge, stove, m/w (washer/dryer shared) A/C. West Shore and Bayly area. $1200/month+2/3 of utilities. No smokers/pets. Credit check/Ref- erences. 416-445-8855, Jeff Cook, KW Referred Realty. BROOKLIN -2nd floor, 2 bed. apt., 4 appliances, $825/mo.+hy- dro. Also 1 bed, apt. $665/mo+hydro. Both available April 1st. Near amenities. No pets.905-424-9743. CLIPPER APARTMENTS AJAX 2 & 3 Bed. Please call Mon-Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Evening by appt. only 905-683-6021 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. COURTICE large 800-sq-ft 1- bedroom apt with backyard. Must See. $750-incl. first/last required. No pets or smokers. Also bache- lor apt in Oshawa $650-incl. 905- 436-5844 Available now. CUTE, FURNISHED main floor bachelor in lovely Ajax home. Separate entrance, cable, on bus route, parking. $650 inclusive. Available immediately. No smok- ing or pets. (905)427-0143 DOWNTOWN WHITBY - huge 2 bedroom available immediately. $880. heat, hot water, parking in- cluded, Near schools, Call (416) 520-6392 (905)669-4009. LIVERPOOL RD- 2 bdrm. bsmnt. apt. New trim, carpet & paint. Separate entrance, parking, laundry. $800/mo. all in- clusive. April 1st. No pets. Call 705-345-2733. NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, March 22, 2006, PAGE B5 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com 2 & 3 bedroom apartments starting at $978 per mo. On-site superintendent and security. Rental Office Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (905)686-0845 Eve. viewing by appt. www.ajaxapartments.com 1 MONTH FREE RENT or Up to $500 Move-In Allowance Condominium Suites 1, 2, 3 Bedroom Apartments Oshawa - Starting At $750. ●Renovated Suites ●Free Utilities ●Free Parking ●Senior Discounts ●Full Security System Call for more information 905-728-4993 GM RETIREE & EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT e & oe WELCOME TO HIGHLAND TOWERS We're better than ever ! Spacious, newly renovated 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms with stunning views. Conveniently located in a friendly, family community just steps to shopping, GO and 401. Park like setting. Affordable priced from $870. Utilities included. (905)668-7844 ** MOVE IN BONUS ** Limited Time Only WASHER & DRYER IN SUITE! 3 Bedroom Suites with individually controlled heat in condo quality building. Across from Pickering Town Centre. (905) 831-1250 www.capreit.net WE REALLY CARE WHERE YOU LIVE. Realstar offers a full breadth of apartments, penthouses and town houses, plus application approval within 24 hours. No appointment required - Drop in TODAY! OSHAWA Carriage Hill - Townhouses 905-434-3972 122 Colborne Street (Simcoe St., N. Colborne St. E.) Ta unton Terrace - Townhouses 905-436-3346 100 Taunton Road, East (Taunton Rd. & Simcoe St.) UXBRIDGE Testa Heights 905-852-2534 Testa Heights (Reach St. & Testa Rd.) WHITBY 534 Mary Street Apartments 905-666-2450 534 Mary Street East (Mary St., & Hickory St.) Regency Place Apartments 905-430-7397 15 Regency Crescent (Mary St. & Hickory St.) OPEN HOUSE DAILY from 8AM - 8PM Whitby Place 905-430-5420 900 Dundas Street, East (Dundas St. & Garden St.) Port Hope 905-885-8294 Northumberland Place, 155 Toronto Rd. (Toronto Rd. & Hwy 2) Scarborough Markham Corners (townhouses) 416-292-0118 30 Kimbercroft Ct. (Markham & Sheppard) INVITATION TO BID Bids for services listed below address to: The Distribution Manager Uxbridge Times-Journal 16 Bascom St., P.O. Box 459 Uxbridge, Ontario L9P 1M9 Will be received until 5p.m.Friday, March 31, 2006.Contract commencing Wednesday, May 3, 2006 or sooner if necessary. Work consists of dropping of papers, flyers, catalogues and other products to specific drop locations in Uxbridge and surrounding area. Delivery to be completed within 3 hours after receiving final product. Information packages available at: 16 Bascom St. Ask for Bid #2 Lowest or any bids not necessarily accepted. Are you a new business? Be included in either or all future Community Phone Books. (Pickering * Ajax * Whitby * Oshawa * Clarington) Please contact This Week Phone Directories @ 905-579-4400 or email: directories@durhamregion.com CASH REWARD for return of Lost Ladies Gold and Diamond Bracelet... Lost in Ajax/Pickering. Sentimental Value... 25th Anniversary. If seen or found, one of a kind. (Has been reported to the Police). Please call 416-678-6507 8TH ANNUAL Garden & Landscape Show March 31st April 1st & 2nd, Civic Auditorium Oshawa. "Gardeners and Crafters welcome" Reserve your booth today! Sharon 905-579-4473 ext. 2285 Sponsored by Oshawa This Week FreshStartFinance.CA AT MOTORCITY SATURN 1520 DUNDAS ST E. WHITBY "A DIFFERENT KIND OF CREDIT ANY KIND OF CAR" *BANKRUPTCY *PROPOSAL *COLLECTIONS *DIVORCE/SEPARATION *NEW CREDIT Online Credit approvals now available 24/7. Rates starting at 8.99% Contact: Kristin Elliott 905-444-2596 (Direct) 1-877-728-8766 ext 327 kelliott@motorcitysaturn.com "Everyone deserves a Fresh Start" www.motorcitysaturn.com www.FreshStartFinance.ca ESTATE AUCTION Stapleton Auctions, Newtonville Friday, March 24, 2006 Selling the contents of a private home in Bowmanville, family returning to England: 4 pc. double bedroom suite, 5 dr. dresser, 2 nite stands, 3 pc. breakfast suite, sewing cabinet and machine, occasional chairs, oc- casional tables, book cases, stereo compo- nents, stereo receivers, 27 in. television, dehumidifier, garden tools, power tools, 16" Sears gas chain saw, apt. freezer, Cole- man heater, new two door fridge freezer in bottom and new 30" self cleaning stove, etc. etc. Preview after 2 p.m. Check website for updates NOTE: Hardwood flooring auction, Thurs. April 6, 6 p.m. Terms: Cash, App. Cheques, Visa, M/C Auctioneers Frank and Steve Stapleton, Newtonville (905) 786-2244, 1-800-263-9886 www.stapletonauctions.com 'estate specialists since 1971' THE SALE YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS!! Our "Antiques, Collectibles & Estate" Auction Sunday, March 26 Preview 9:30 a.m. Starts 11:00 a.m. This is a unique opportunity to bid on treasures of the past. We have items for every collector including furniture, toys, needlework, figurines, tools, china, trunks, glassware........ For a complete list to date, send an email to jitters@porchlight.ca More details to follow in Saturday's paper. KAHN AUCTION CENTRE 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering (3 miles north of Hwy. 401 exit 399) - Call 905-683-0041 Auctioneers- Peter Raithby & Victor Brewda CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday, March 24 at 4:30pm 3 miles East of Little Britain on Kawartha Lakes Rd. 4 The property of the Late Henry Browne of Lindsay plus oth- ers, teak hutch, mahogany coffee and end tables, cane seated high chair, 2 door china cabinet, 4 refinished t-back chair, 2 matching love seats, 3pc bedroom set, harness mender, file cabinets, Merry Thought Hippo, pine desk, 2 matching love seats, cedar chest, modern dressers and chest of drawers, pine kitchen nook set, crocks, oil lamps, new 5' fiberglass bath tub, Porter Cable air nailer, Trade- master 10" bench saw, Delta 10" Mitre saw, Mastercraft drill press, qty. of hand tools, Amigo 3 wheel electric scoot- er, Whitfield pellet stove, GE 2 door fridge and matching 30" stove, McClary auto washer, Kenmore 10,000 BTU A/C, Qty. of Benjamin Moore paint, Royal Doulton Figurines HN 2045, 2340, 2789, 2193, 2044, 1315, 4774 signed, antique hanging lamp, Black Forest Cuckoo clock, 2 Rose Schul oil paintings, Qty. of china, glass, household & collectable items. Don & Greg Corneil Auctioneers 1241 Salem Rd., R.R. #1, Little Britain (705)786-2183 for more info. or pictures www.corneil.theauctionadvertiser.com AUCTION SALE SATURDAY, MARCH 25, 2006 10:30 A.M. Selling the farm machinery and antiques of Thelma & the late Lloyd Wright (plus consignments from neigh- bours) at 2771 Church Street, Blackstock,. Directions:Hwy. 401 to Hwy. 57 north to Church St. in Blackstock, turn west. From Port Perry: Follow Hwy. 7A to Cartwright West 1/4 Line. Go south 1 mile then turn west on Church St. 1951 JD "R" 40 hp; JD 3140, 80', 9707 hrs.; 1985 Marshall 702-3734 hrs; 4/65 Nuffield; Farmall Super C; 1995 Chevy 2500 4x4, 184k, runs, not cert.; 1988 GMC 3500 - runs, not cert. 248k; potato planter; PTO driven potato digger; Turnco gravity box; Corn planter JD7000, ; NH 717 forage harvester; Oliver 7' combine; balers; #40 thrower for JD baler; JD Backpack blower; Gravely w/scraper blade; self-locking cat- tle chute w/headgate; chainsaws Stihl/Pioneer; 16' hay feeder wagon; 3 ph cement mixer; 5 hp Evinrude motor; guns; air compressors; Gallagher M400 electric fencers; Honda 90cc 3 wheeler, many more items. Terms: Cash, cheque or Visa. BRIAN VAN CAMP AUCTIONS 905-985-3052 The auctioneer and/or proprietor will not be responsible for public injury, liability, loss or damage connected with this sale. Lunch available. www.theauctionfever.com PUBLIC AUCTION Sat. March 25, 10 am Access Storage 85 Westney Rd. S. Ajax 905-686-5588 Sat. March 25, 12 noon Safe & Sound Self Storage 1700 Alliance Road Pickering 905-831-5555 PUBLIC AUCTION RANDY POTTER ESTATE AUCTION Sat. March 25 Start 5 PM - View: from 4 PM day of sale Randy Potter Estate Auction -15 Cavan St. downtown Port Hope is holding an antique, art, fine furniture, glass, china & collectible auction of approx. 350 pieces incl: signed Norval Morrisseau acrylic on canvas etc. For info. & pics. go to: www.randypotterauctions.com Randy Potter Auctioneer Phone: 905-885-6336 WEDNESDAY, MARCH 29th: 4:45 pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques and Collectables for a Scarborough Estate, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd., 1 km west of Utica To Include:Dining room suite, chesterfield and chair, bedroom suite, chests, prints, quantity of silver pcs includ- ing silver tea service, quantity of collectables and glass- ware, mountain bike, plus many other interesting items. Terms:Cash, Visa, M/C, and Interac, paid in full on day of sale. SALE MANAGED AND SOLD BY NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068 Auction Sale Sat. Mar 25 @ 4 pm Open @ 3 Hay- don Auction Barn From an Oshawa home.Household Furn., Glass & China, Coins & Currency incl.Can.Silver 1883.25(VF), 1929 .50, 1910 .05, 1858 .05, Hockey & Elvis stamps .Auctioneer Don Stephenson 905-263-4402 or 705-277-9829 EXTRA-LARGE 2 bed. apt. in basement of new Whitby bunga- low, sep. entrance, parking. All appliances, a/c, private laundry, close to bus/all amenities, April 15th. No pets. $800. (416)845- 4050 GENERAL LABOURER.Pos- sibility to learn Stone Mason Tr ade. 40-50hrs/wk. $12/$15hr. Safety shoes required. Vehicle required. Preferably non-smok- ers. Fax resume to 1-800-638- 8184. LUXURY 3 BEDROOM apart- ment 1160 Simcoe St. South Oshawa. 2 appliances, air, 2 full baths, utilities extra. $850 per mo. Available immediately. (905) 725-9991. LUXURY 3 bedroom, 3 bath- room, laundry, indoor spa. Close to all amenities, parking, avail. Apr.1, $1700 & utilities. Call 905- 985-9270. NEW 1 BEDROOM executive apartment on Golf Course, walk- out, 8' ceilings, A/C, appliances, laundry, parking, access to yard, 5mins to 407 and Brock Rd. No pets/smoking. View at: viewit.ca ID# 26168. $1000/monthly. Call 905-706-8235 NORTH Oshawa - 2 bedroom, April lst., May lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two ap- pliances included. Pay cable, parking and laundry facilities. (905) 723-2094 NORTH OSHAWA,1-bedroom & 2-bedroom for rent $710 & $740/monthly, includes utilities, fridge, stove, parking, call 905- 579-9777. NORTH OSHAWA,Beatrice/So- merville, 2-bdrm main floor of house. Suitable for very quiet working/retired person/couple. Fridge/stove, 2-car parking, NO dogs, first/last, references. $925/mo inclusive. May 1st. (905)571-4471 ONE BEDROOM basement apt., all inclusive, non smoking, $650. first & last. Westney & Rossland. Available immediately.(905)426- 6878. ONE BEDROOM BASEMENT Apt., Oshawa. New and Clean, No smoking no pets, first/last, $625/month utilities included. 1-parking space. Available imme- diately., 905-404-9442. OSHAWA Park/Adelaide (230 Nipigon St) 1 & 2 Bedrooms Well maintained building.Near all amenities.From only $835/month + hydro. (905)723-0977 OSHAWA (2) 2-bedrooms. Renovated balcony, parking, laundry $795 & $825. 3-bdrm, near Oshawa Centre, hardwood floors. $995+ hydro. 905-429- 2036 or 1-800-486-9826 OSHAWA - 1 & 2 bedroom apart- ments available form $725.00. First/last, available immediately. Call 1-800-442-3947. OSHAWA - Park/Adelaide. Junior 1 bedroom basement, coin laun- dry, parking, bus-stop at door $650/inclusive, 1st/last, suits one person.905-426-5844. OSHAWA 1-BEDROOM nice quiet area, no smoking/pets. All inclusive $650month. Available April.1st.Call 905-260-2618. OSHAWA BASEMENT APT. with spacious rec room, 1-bed- room, kitchen, 4pc-bath, laun- dry/parking, sep. entrance, Avail. April 1st. $600/all inclusive. No pets. Call 905-718-8949. OSHAWA HOSPITAL area, north of Adelaide, large upper 2-bed- room, 2 baths, laundry, parking, $850/mo inclusive. First/last. Call 905-579-2350 or 905-668-8869 Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm OSHAWA KING/WILSON Quiet building, near shopping, transpor- tation. Utilities, parking included. 2-bedroom apts. Available imme- diately. Call (905)571-4912 until 6:00pm. OSHAWA Park South/401 new management, newly renovated 1-2-3 Bedrooms from $725. Well-maintained, clean, quiet, im- proved security. Bus/GO. Hydro included. 835 Oxford 905-622- 0835; 885 Oxford 905-622-0885 OSHAWA TWO APARTMENTS, one bedroom available April lst., $700 plus hydro, 3 bedroom, 2 baths, available May lst. $995 in- clusive. Loyalty discount, (905) 579-5614. OSHAWA,3-bedroom freshly decorated spacious upper in du- plex. New windows, fenced yard, close to schools, shopping, tran- sit, $899/mo. +utilities, first/last. (905)723-2255/ 905-433-4771 OSHAWA,Best Deals! Newly Renovated 1, 2 & 3 bdrm in sen- ior lifestyle bldg. Large units, new kitchens, carpeting, windows, se- curity. Near hospital, bus stop. Avail. March/April/May. Call 905- 728-4966 or 1-866-601-3083 www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA,Central Park/King 2- bedroom upper half of duplex house. Newly renovated. 1-park- ing, bus at door. $750/mo+ utilities, first/last required. Available immediately. No smok- ing/pets. Call 905-430-0249. OSHAWA,clean 1 bedroom basement apartment, First/last. $700, hydro, cable and parking included. No smoking/pets. Available immediately. 905-432- 1099. OSHAWA,Division/Colborne $655. Bright, clean one-bedroom apt with fridge, stove, heat and hydro included. Available now. Call 905-665-7170 or 905-668- 0515 OSHAWA,downtown area. One bedroom, $675/mo all inclu- sive. Two bedroom $735 plus hy- dro. Available immediately. First/last. Also: House for rent, Whitby. Call (905)725-8710 OSHAWA, GREAT LOCATION. 1, 2 & 3 bdrm apts. Large units. New carpeting, windows, se- curity. Near schools, bus stop, amenities. Available March/April/ May. 1-866-601-3083 or 905-438- 1971 www.apartmentsinonta- rio.com OSHAWA, KING/SIMCOE - 2 bedrooms freshly painted, laun- dry facilities, 1 parking, $725/month plus hydro, available April.Call Val 905-720-0255. OSHAWA,Newly renovated Bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrms in senior lifestyle bldgs. Large units. New kitchens & appliances, carpeting, windows, security. Near schools/bus stop & amenities. Available March/April/May. 1- 866-601-3083 or 905-432-6912. www.apartmentsinontario.com OSHAWA,Wilson/Olive area, bright 2-bedroom apartment in 6-plex. Laundry, parking, kitch- en. $860/month inclusive. First/last/references. No big dogs. April 1. Working couple preferred. (905)576-3840 leave message, 905-429-0539 PARK/WENTWORTH Large 3- bdrm apt. in duplex. 2 parking spaces, laundry, large backyard, very clean. Humphrey 416-720- 7401 or 416-283-5964. PICKERING -Liverpool/Hwy2, 1 & 2 bdrm. basement apts. Separate entrance, laundry, parking, cable. $800 & $950/mo. inclusive. Available May 1. No smoking.No pets.416-899-9582. PICKERING 1-bedroom base- ment, spacious living room, eat- in kitchen, separate entrance, no smoker/pets, suits single working person. Avail. April 1, $750/mo. inclusive. First/last. (905)427- 8243, (416)845-8425. PICKERING BRIGHT two bdrm, lower level of house. 5 windows, 4-pc bath, laundry, hardwood & ceramic floors, parking. $900 in- clusive.Call 905-839-2885 PICKERING spacious newly- floored/painted 1-bedroom base- ment, single or couple, no smok- ing/pets. Modern kitchen, storage room, utilities & cable; private entrances 5-minutes to GO. Use of drive & yard. first/last/refer- ences. $850. Avail April 1. Lois 905-839-0287 (machine) or lois.galbraith@sympatico.ca PICKERING GO/LAKE Nice 1 bed.quiet bsmt. apt.Ceramic tile floors. Suits single/non-smok- er. Includes util, sep. entr, parking, cable, laundry.Fresh Design- er paint, soundproof. $750/mo. Avail April. Art: 905-420-3751 PICKERING VILLAGE - 2 bed. apt. Large backyard, clean, fire- place, laundry, close to grocery, 401/Go Station. Sep. entrance. $900/mo. utilities included. Available April 1st.905-239-0682. PICKERING walkout, 1 bed, den/computer room.Wash- room/kitchen. Single person or a couple. No smoking/pets. Credit /police check. 905-426-9603 PICKERING, 2 BEDROOM bsmt, separate entrance, 4pc bath, no pets. First/last. Avail April 1. $900/mo. Inclusive. First/last. (905)839-5616 or 647-233-5616. PICKERING, HWY 2/FAIRPORT, new large 1-bdrm walk-out bsmt apt, full bath, utilities & parking incl. No smoking/pets. Avail. im- mediately $890/mo. References, first/last req'd.Call (905)831-7690 PICKERING, HWY. 2 and Brock Road. Large, one bedroom base- ment apartment. 1 car parking. Cable. Non-smoker/pets. $775. 905-686-5831 or 416 4521524 PICKERING,Liverpool/Bayly, small 1-bed. bsmt. apt. Sep. en- trance, outside patio, parking, new carpeting, flooring, applianc- es, separate laundry, no smok- ing/pets. $700/mo inclusive. (905)426-4197 PORT PERRY BIG BRIGHT 2- bed. basement apt. Suit mature working or retired persons, available April 1st. No smok- ing/pets. Private entrance, fridge/stove included..$1000. 905-985-8615. Port Perry Walk to Lake Scugog Enjoy a peaceful, beautiful town. Extra large 3 bdr. approx, 1200sq.ft in a well kept, quiet 3 story apt. Balcony, parking, storage, Security. No dogs. Call 905-985-3406, 905-430-7816 QUIET NORTH OSHAWA - Newly renovated 2 bdrm upper apartment. Near schools, amenities, bus. Avail April 1st. $720/mo inclusive. Call 905-725- 8882 RENOVATED 2 BEDROOM basement walk-out. 4 applianc- es. $800/month, inlcudes every- thing. Close to amenities. First/last. Available immediately. 905-831-3690. RENT TO OWN,3 bedroom To wnhouse. No Qualifying. $1600/month. Pickering area. (416)660-7695 SPACIOUS 2 BED APT.in Port Perry. $950/month excluding utilities. First/last, no pets/smok- ing. Available April 1st. Garnet 905-579-9821. TWO BDRM UPPER DUPLEX. Bright modern complete with ap- pliances, carpeting, North East Oshawa. No smoking or pets. First/last. References. Avail May 1st.$695/month. 905-576-7697 UPPER APARTMENT 3 bed- room, newly decorated, West- shore area. $995 +50% utilities. Main floor apartment, 3+1 bed- room. $995 +50% utilities. Available immediately. 1-800- 701-7812. UXBRIDGE NEW!Town- house/Apartments, air condi- tioned, 4 appliances, patio/gar- den, parking, storage. 905-852- 4777. WHITBY - 1 & 2 bedroom suites from $775 - $860 per mo. all in- clusive. Close to all amenities. Office hours 9 - 5, Monday - Fri- day.(905)430-1877 WHITBY - new one bedroom, walkout basement, utilities, appli- ances, cable included. No pets/smokers, lst/last. Close to Go, shopping and downtown, $700 all inclusive. (416) 625- 2363. WHITBY - Thickson/Dundas, modern one bedroom walkout basement apt. Clean, quiet, air, park, laundry. Suit single petless non-smoker. $675/inclusive, first/last.905-666-9833. WHITBY,1 bedroom, large kitch- en sep. entrance, air, close to downtown, utilities included, avail April 1, first/last references., 1 car parking, $800/mo., (905)668- 1666 WHITBY, NORTH.Two bedroom condo, heat & hydro included, $950 per month, avail. immedi- ately. underground parking. (905)985-9293. WHITES RD,1 bedroom base- ment, $650 or 2 bedroom 2 bath multi level apartment, $850. Sep- arate entrance, parking, laundry, cable, newly renovated, no smok- ing/dogs. Available April 1st. (416)566-0928. COURTICE EXECUTIVE condo, 2-bedroom plus loft, 3-bathrooms, 1700 sq. ft. $1350+utilities. Avail. May 1st. Call 905-441-4546, ref- erences required. PICKERING PARKWAY -3 bdrms., 1 1/2 baths, 1 parking, available March 25. $1295/mo+ hydro. Immaculate condition. View at www.tinyurl.com/22N4J 416-893-2545. -A-ABA-DABA-DO STOP PAY- ING RENT! Own from $650/mth. NO MONEY DOWN. $35,000+ family income- up to $20,000 cash back. To good to be true. Call Ken Collis, Coldwell Bank- er 2M Realty, Assoc. Brkr, (905)576-5200 or 1-866-576- 5200, kencollis@sympatico.ca 3-BEDROOM BUNGALOW, south Ajax, parking, quiet resi- dential area. No pets/non-smok- ing, first/last/references. Available immediately. $1100/mo.+ 50% utilities.905-683-5480. 3-BEDROOM SEMI,finished basement (1-bedroom & rec room). King/Wilson area, first/last required, no smoking/pets, $1150/mo plus utilities, first/last, $200 water deposit required. May 1st. (905)430-0249 A ABSOLUTELY astounding 6 months free, then own a house from $600/month. Up to $15,000 cash back to you! Require $35,000 + up family income and reasonable credit. No down pay- ment required. Why Rent! Call Bill Roka, 25 years as top sales rep with world's leading realtor. Re- max Spirit (905) 728-1600, 1-888- 732-1600 AJAX ROSSLAND/SALEM, new 4 bedroom, appliances, fire- place,A/C, $1800 plus, avail May 1,Condolyn Mgt.905 428-9766 AJAX - 401/Harwood,3 bed- room main floor house, applianc- es. Near shopping & bus. No smoking/pets. $1100 + 2/3 util. Parking, laundry, available April 1st.905-426-6060. AJAX HWY 2/WESTNEY 3 bed- room detached, appliances, a/c, fenced,garage, finished base- ment Avail May 1, $1150 plus. Condolyn Mgt.905 428-9766 AN UNBEATABLE DEAL!0 down, own your own home. Carries for less than rent. OAC. Minimum income required per household is $40,000. Please call Aurelia Cosma, Remax Spirit Inc. 1-888-732-1600 or (905)728- 1600, 24 hr.pager. BEAUTIFUL FAMILY HOME in Courtice, 3-bedroom, 2 baths, huge kitchen, 5 appliances, a/c, garage/parking, mainfloor laun- dry, sunny deck, overlooks forest/yard. May 1st. $1250+ utilities. No smoking/pets please. Call (905)440-4961 afamilyrental@sympatico.ca Bowmanville- Bright, Spacious 3- bdrm upper level bungalow, walk- out to deck/pond from Master, fenced private yard. Parking, ap- pliances, walk to schools, shop- ping, hospital, quiet neighbor- hood. May 1st, $1200 inclusive. First/last, references, no dogs. To view call Russ 905-697-9136. BRAND NEW 1650 sq. ft. Whitby bungalow, all appliances, garage, a/c, fireplace, walking distance to bus/all amenities. No pets. Available April 15th. $1600. (416)845-4050 BUNGALOW, Whitby,3 plus one bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, fin- ished basement, fenced yard, at- tached garage, no pets, available April lst. $l,250 plus utilities. lst/last, references, (905) 831- 0947. COLUMBUS RENOVATED 3 /4 bedroom farmhouse, with large garden in country, $1,500 plus utilities. Out building and land also available. References, credit check required. Call Andrew at (05 655-3169. OSHAWA near 401, 3-bdrm house. Fresh & bright, fenced in back yard. 5 new appliances $1100 + utilities (905)442-6756 OSHAWA, HARMONY/OLIVE. 3-bedroom house, finished base- ment with 3pc. bath. Laundry, all appliances, parking, near all amenities. $1125/month +utilities. Available May 1st. First/last. No smoking/pets. (905)433-0489. OSHAWA,quiet neighbourhood, clean & well kept 3-bdrms, main floor, parking, no smoking/pets. $1100/mo inclusive. First/last, ref- erences. Avail. April 1st. Call 905- 571-5049 PICKERING/WESTSHORE, clean & quiet, upper apt. 3 bed- room, newly decorated, $995 plus half utilities. Main floor apt., 3 bedroom plus 1, $995 plus half utilities.call 1-800-701-7812. RENT TO OWN,Oshawa. Clean 3 bedroom affordable. Nice area, OAC.705-722-2145 STOP RENTING, BUY NOW! We have several 3-5 bedroom homes with 2 baths, finished basements available w/rent-to-own terms. Best Neighbourhoods. Start build- ing your future today. Homes starting from $1295/month. Low money down. We can help YOU! Tel: 905-443-3111, 416-855-6685 www.perfecthabitat.com WHITBY, 3 bedroom bungalow, main floor, great neighbourhood. Carport 2 cars. Gas fireplace, a/c, 5 appliances, laundry room with powder room and shower. Back- yard, shed. No pets. $1,000 monthly plus. (416)721-2637, (416) 456-0860. WHITBY, DETACHED newer house, 3-bedrooms, 5-appliances hardwood flooring, fireplace. Ex- tra bedroom/office in basement. Fenced yard. Near schools/shop- ping. $1450/mo+ utilities. Short/long-term available. May 1st.Cathy 416-786-6593. WHITBY, THICKSON/DUNDAS Oversized beautiful 2-storey loft- style, open-concept, 1/2 acre. Completely renovated, gleaming hardwood floors, 2 kitchens, 4- bdrms, 3 baths, garage. $1550+ utilities. No smoking/pets. (416)522-0419, (416)880-8588 WHITBY- TAUNTON/COUNTRY LANE - 2 brand new 3 bedroom houses 2 1/2 baths, attached gar- age, driveway - 2 cars,. a/c, $l,400 plus. April lst and May lst Lupin/Hwy 2 - One bed. base- ment apt. 4 pc. bath, private ent. $750 incl. immediately. James (647)999-6886 WHITBY. 3-BDRM upper level bungalow, new appliances. Bright, spacious, hardwood floors, air, 1/2 acre lot, gazebo, garden, parking, quiet residential area. No smoking/pets. April 1st. $1195/mo+ utilities. 416-827- 3334 3-BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE (North Oshawa) Large bedrooms, 3 bath, appliances, basement, garage. Near College/University & amenities. Ideal for students & family. $1500+utilities, first/last. May 1st.(905)723-3647 AJAX, 3 BEDROOM 2 1/2 baths, new townhouse, fireplace, 5 ap- pliances, a/c, $1500+utilities. 416-576-9588. BRAND NEW 3-bedroom end- unit Whitby townhouse, garage. 1500 sq. ft. large backyard. All appliances, a/c, walking distance to bus/all amenities. No pets. April 1st.$1450.(416)845-4050 BROCK/401 Pickering, new townhouse, 3-bedrooms, 2-1/2 baths, 5 appliances, living/din- ing/family, finished den, near amenities, no smoking, avail April 1, first/last (905)420-3739 HILLCREST HEIGHTS Commu- nity Living in Oshawa now has units Avail. immed., parking incl. Please call 905-576-9299. Modified unit for WHEELCHAIR USER, Ajax, Westney/Rossland. 3-bedroom townhouse available immediately $1,127 + utilities. 905-619-2287, 1-866-323-9962 ext 27 OSHAWA (North) Large 3-bed- room, near shopping, college, transit; yard overlooking green- space, finished recroom, tasteful- ly decorated, ample parking. $975+hydro. Available May 1. 905-786-2555 OSHAWA,Wilson/Rossland, 3- bdrms, 5 appliances, a/c, garage, 2 bathrooms, finished basement, avail. April 1st. First/last. No pets. $1150+utilities. (905)436-6085 or (905)259-2904 PICKERING 3 bedroom town- house, renovated. $1049 + utilities. First/last. Memory Lane, Liverpool/Finch. Available imme- diately.(416)724-0404 WHITBY 3 BEDROOM town- house – Brock/Rossland, Large rooms, CAC, 5 appliances, 2.5 bath, Parking. Close to Amenities. $1325/mo + utilities. Available 1st April. First/Last, Call: 416-356-7543, 461-561- 4353, WILLOW PARK CO-OP at Taunton and Harmony Rds. has 3 bedroom townhomes available immediately $1023 plus utilities (incl. cable) Call: (905)432-6809 www.ucpm.ca 2 FURNISHED rooms in Picker- ing, share kitchen & bath, suitable for working male, close to all. No smoking/pets, first/last. Call (416)230-4111 401/PARK 1 bedroom, fully fur- nished basement apt, cable, gas fireplace, private entrance, park- ing, A/C, first/last, working person preferred. $172/week. April 1. (905)576-6127 FURNISHED ROOMS AJAX - Separate entrance, parking. Quiet area. No pets/smoking. Suit pro- fessional gentleman. First/last. $300.Call 905-683-5480. A PLACE TO LAY YOUR HEAD? Pickering Bachelor Private bathroom, u/g parking, cable... Non smokers only $530/month 905-831-9248 AJAX WESTNEY HEIGHTS 1 furnished room in house $400/monthly Cable, share facilities, suit non-smoking male First/last Available immediately (905)428-9114 BRIGHT SPACIOUS ROOM in immaculate Pickering home con- veniently located along bus route & mins from Go Train. Incls: all utilities, satellite, fridge, micro- wave.$125/week. Available im- mediately (905)839-3566 EAST OSHAWA,clean, quiet working person preferred. Share kitchen, bathroom, laundry, inter- net, cable. Parking available. No smoking/pets. Available April 1st. $500/inclusive. (905)260-1361 PICKERING TWIN RIVERS/ HOOVER DR. lots of windows, huge clean room available in big quiet beautiful home, close to all amenities. $350 all inclusive. lst/last, April lst. (905) 550-2664 Wo r king female preferred PICKERING -Brock Rd. & 401. Furnished or unfurnished rooms for rent. Parking, 2 fireplaces, large kitchen, 5 appliances, living- room, backyard, hottub, cable/ internet included. Near bus stop. $450/mo. Available immediately. 416-300-1366. PICKERING,Whites/Oklahoma. Large unfurnished room. Cable, laundry, parking incl. Share kitch- en/bath. Separate entrance. Avail. April 1st. $600/mo inclu- sive. First/last required. Working person preferred. No smok- ing/pets.(905)831-5763 WESTNEY/ROSSLAND,very clean home, 2 rooms available immediately. $425 & $475. First/last. Would suit newly separ- ated and/or working persons. No smoking/pets.(905)426-2812 A FURNISHED ROOM -Full use of house, laundry, parking, non-smoker. South Oshawa, $100/week includes utilities, first/last. Dave 905-391-7435 AJAX (CENTRAL)- Share large, newer home. Parking, laundry, own phone, cable, storage, own bath. Close to all amenities. Phone 905-683-9213. AT BLOOR & SIMCOE, Oshawa.Share furnished apt with 2 males. Near all amenities, cable/internet included. Available immediately, lst/last, $450/mo in- clusive, Viewing (905)433-4088. BOWMANVILLE, 3 BEDROOM 5 years young. Shared parking, kitchen, washer/dryer. Rent in- cludes everything. Close to all amenities. Interested? Please call: 905-809-3365 or alexanderthefirst1@lycos.com CLEAN QUIET LIVING, for mature person (male preferred). Choose Ajax or Pickering. Satisfaction guaranteed. Rent from $450, furnished, cable, internet, telephone, laundry, parking. Private residence in respectable neighbourhood. 905-391-3809. LARGE FURNISHED ROOM, north Oshawa, share bathroom, kitchen, laundry, cable/internet, $450/inclusive. Available April 1st. Non-smoker/no pets. 905- 448-9675, 905-809-2071. LOOKING FOR A Professional roommate to share 4-bedroom townhouse in North Oshawa. Close to all amenities and only 5mins to 401. $500/month all in- clusive, no pets, non-smoker call Kevin (905)579-8613 SHARED ACCOMMODATIONS, Oshawa house, clean, quiet, large yard, gym, hot tub, close to 401, walk plaza, immediately. mature female preferred. $100 weekly.call (905) 243-2520 TAUNTON/WHITE'S RD.area, furnished room, share large home with living room, fireplace, dining room, deck, 5 acre yard with fire pit, laundry and kitchen. $450 per month. Also 650 sq. ft. bachelor style with separate entrance 4 pce. bath, kitchen set up, share laundry and fridge, stove and yard. $650. Telephone (289)314- 4646. WHITBY -Garden/Dundas. To wnhouse. 3 bedrooms, park- ing, laundry. Share all facilities. Non-smokers, no pets. $475./$535/mo.inclusive. First/ last. April 1. 519-894-1843, 519- 241-9586 or 1-877-893-2963. WHITBY,suitable for quiet, work- ing lady to share, nice apt. with same. Would suit commuter, who works locally, returns home weekends, $300/month. Steps to transit.(905)430-7260. CLEARWATER FLORIDA, 3- bedroom furnished, aircondi- tioned, manufactured homes. 85º pool, 104º hottub. Near beach- es/major attractions. Half hour to Stanley Cup champions ($15/seat). Children welcome, April 1/on. $375/wk (less than motel). 727-538-2123 after March 26th (905)683-5503 1994 THUNDERCRAFT,350 Ex- press, mint. Twin 454, Brav 11, Gen. Air, Ice, GPS, Radar, 480 Hrs. loaded. $119,000. Whitby 905-571-4273 LOST BUDGIE IN SOUTH AJAX.Yellow. Very tamed. Please call 905-683-1309 SINCERE SINGLES,Profession- al Introduction Service (1992) un- limited matches, unlimited time period. Call toll free 1-866-719- 9116 www.sinceresingles.ca LIVE-IN CAREGIVER WANTED Must be mature and flexible. Please call Hazel for an interview at 905-839-5247 between 7p-9p. WANTED FULL- TIME,live-in care giver, 10 month old boy, light housekeeping, call Cecile, 905-495-5272 or e-mail c.agmata@gmail.com TEN LITTLE TOES daycare, Bowmanville. Loving mom in smoke and dog-free home, near John M. James (buses for St. Elizabeth and St. Joseph). Full, part & Saturdays. CPR Certified& 1,2,3 Magic Joanne. (905)623- 4729 A BETTER BEGINNING.Mathe- matics, English, Special Needs. Individualized programs. Free $150 evaluation with enrollment. 416-286-8249, 416-450-0055 Hypnosis Services ●Smoking Cessation ●Weight Loss Starts March 25 ●10 seats only ●1/2 price Call 647-295-6270 akz@sympatico.ca PSYCHICS reader and advisor, help in all life's problems, satis- faction guaranteed, specializing in Palm, Tarot and Crystal Ball readings. Always private and confidential. House parties available. (905)665-3222. HAY AND STRAW,Small Squares, First and Second Cut. Call: (705) 426-3099 or (705) 328-6644. +CARPET CARPET CARPETS 3 rooms carpeted with Commer- cial carpet and premium pad from $289 (30 yds). 3 rooms carpeted with Berber carpet and premium pad from $389 (30 yds). 3 rooms carpeted with cut pile carpet and premium pad from $489 (30 yds). Free in-home quotes. SAILLIAN CARPETS 1-800-578-0497, 905- 242-3691 ; 905-373-2260. 24' ABOVE GROUND round pool. Hayward pump. Brand new liner. Perfect condition. Asking $1200 OBO. (905)579- 6368 A BEDROOM SET,gorgeous cherry sleigh, triple dresser/mir- ror, tall dresser, 2 night tables, new. Cost $7450, sell $1,900. Call 905-213-4669. A DINING ROOM,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 A1 ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. DishNetworking, FREE TO AIR. Sales, Installations, Repairs, Modifications. Ariza-700, View Sat-2000 Platimum, all models in-stock. Dish Network Service and Sales. (905)999-0362 PIANO,30-year old Willis piano. Good shape.(905)263-4932 A/P PAGE B6 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, March 22, 2006 www.durhamregion.com SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT TO MAKE… Announce YourAnnounce Your CHRISTMAS CHRISTMAS BAZAARBAZAAR with a message in our special occasions feature For details call 905-683-5110 SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT TO MAKE… For details call 905-683-5110 Announce your Special Event here! with a photo and message in our special occasions feature SAYSAY HAPPY RETIREMENTHAPPY RETIREMENT RadioShack is Back. *Other conditions apply. See in store for details. LIMITED TIME OFFER MARCH 23 to 26 JOIN US AS WE CELEBRATE OUR RELAUNCH WITH A WIRELESS YOUR WAY WEEKEND EVENT $250 VALUE ONLY AT THE NEW RADIOSHACK Hwy 401 & Brock Rd., Near Wal-Mart 905-426-3309 FREE HOME THEATRE WITH NEW BELL MOBILITY 3 YEAR ACTIVATION * •1x EVDO ready •External memory card slot for use with Tr ansflash/micro-SD cards •Video streaming capability •1.3 Mega pixel Camera with flash •MP3 player with picture share and video share capability •Internal antenna •Internal/External Colour Display •Bluetooth ready •Integrated 1.3 Mega pixel Camera w/8X Optical Zoom w/Picture caller ID •Video Clip •MP3 Player with 72 Polyphonic sound engine JIVE RAZR PA GE B7 ◆ NEWS ADVERTISER ◆ MARCH 22, 2006A/P E NTERTAINMENT infodurhamregion.com Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Ajax artist Mia Azavedo has made canvas come alive for more than 40 years. A selection of her work is cur- rently on display at a Pickering restaurant until the end of May. By Fariha Naqvi Mohamed Special to the News Advertiser AJAX — From western Europe to Durham, youth to adulthood, painting has been a constant in Mia Azavedo’s life. The Ajax artist grew up in a village near Porto Portugal, but has been in Canada for over 40 years. “It’s in my blood,” says the en- thusiastic artist, “it’s something I’ve loved to do since I was a little girl. I always thought art was more important than math.” As a child, she would often get in trouble for doodling during class. Her artwork has made its way from Portugal to Paris and all over the GTA and Durham Re- gion. The 67-year-old paints to relax, choosing to do this later in the day to “capture the silence of the night.” She remembers put- ting her kids to sleep before re- tiring “to the basement to paint and unwind. “I paint to be in my world,” the artist says. “I paint everything, I don’t like to stick to one thing, to be bored.” Azavedo has painted all her life. Retiring from her job at Scar- borough General Hospital after 26 years meant she had more time to what she loves. Gwen Williams, vice-presi- dent and visual arts coordinator for the PineRidge Arts Coun- cil, classifies Azevedo’s work as having “a European style.” She elaborates by describing the art- work as “mostly landscapes, and calming sceneries.” Azevedo’s scenic artwork is on display at Papps Casual Dining in Pickering until the end of May. “I like when people appreciate my work, it helps inspire me,” she says. As a result, she’s optimistic about the future, and hopes to continue displaying her artwork at shows and exhibitions. Chris Papatheodorou, owner of Papps Casual Dining, de- scribes the self-taught artist as “a very down-to-earth and person- able lady, who’s proud of what she does, and you can definitely see it in her artwork.” He says her depiction of scenery and landscapes is “very fresh.” Papps is located at 1755 Pickering Parkway Unit 20. 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Double pedestal table w/2 leafs, cover, 6 chairs, (beige/green motif), buffet/hutch w/glass display. Solid dark pe- can/oak. Very good condition. Asking $2,800.905-571-2986 APPLIANCES,Sub Zero refrig- erator 650; Bosch dishwasher; Thermador convection oven; Maytag stackable washer & dry- er, front loading; Panasonic mi- crowave. All for $8,000 or will sell separately.416-528-5935 BEAUTIFUL PALMA BRAVA Rattan dining suite. Large glass table w/6 chairs. Matching love- seat, armchair & ottoman. Excel- lent condition. $2500. Call (905)436-0150 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 construc- tion, never opened. Cost $8,000 Sacrifice $1,900.(416)748-3993 BEDROOM set, queen, 5-pc, solid maple, $400; sofa, white $100; (905)428-9467 CARPETS SALE & HARD- WOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $329 (30 sq. yd.) in- cludes: carpet, pad and installa- tion. Free estimates, carpet re- pairs. Serving Durham and sur- rounding area. Credit Cards Ac- cepted. Call Sam (905)686-1772 CARPETS.Laminate and vinyl sale. 3 rooms, 30sq yds. for $319. Commercial carpet includ- ing premier underpad and instal- lation. Laminate $1.69sq ft. Click system. Residential, commercial, customer satisfaction guaranteed. Free Estimate. Mike 905-431- 4040 COMPUTER TROUBLE?We of- fer you On-Site Networking & Computer Repairs/Upgrades, Vi- rus Removal & Wireless Security. We also sell New/Used Systems & Laptops. For your computer Repairs/Sales call S D L 905- 428-7559, cell 416-892-6965 COMPUTERS!! $88.00 21" monitor, 1,000's of computers, laptops, printers, servers and monitors at deep discounted pric- es. Factory certified with warran- ty. View inventory at www.homeandleisure.ca or call PAUL'S HOME AND LEISURE 905-259-4514. CUISINART toaster/oven/broiler, black $85, Used only twice, paid $129. (905)728-0853 CUSTOM STERLING FLORAL chintz sofa and loveseat; formal drapes; patterned shears; dhurrie carpet; reproduction writing desk/dresser with inlay; vintage oiled walnut dining table, buffet; stereo stand; lamps. 905-668- 0597. DOUBLE BED SET - Ethan Allen, all maple. Includes: dbl. bed, two night stands, dresser, armoire, and mirror. Pristine condition. Asking $1500 o.b.o. Contact 905-666-1715. FREELANCE E-AUCTIONS. Now accepting quality, new and gently used items for consign- ment auction. Turn your unneed- ed articles into quick easy cash. We sell almost anything!! 905- 448-9041 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS Best Price, Best Quality. All Shapes & Colours. Call 1-866-585-0056 www.thecoverguy.ca HOT TUB COVERS & Pool Safe- ty Covers - best quality, best pric- es, all colours, all sizes. Delivery included. PAUL'S HOME AND LEISURE 905-259-4514 or 866- 972-6837 www.homeandlei- sure.ca JR TINDERBLOX Firewoodtm Winter's Still Here! Firewood So- lution! 20 cu.yd. kiln-dried hard- wood off-cuts. (905)888-8820 Call re-cost in your area. LEATHER JACKETS 1/2 price, purses from $9.99; luggage from $19.99; wallets from $9.99. Everything must Go! Family Leather, 5 Points Mall, Oshawa (905)728-9830, Scarborough (416)439-1177, (416)335-7007. LIKE NEW 8pc. bedroom suite, light oak. Dresser, wing mirror, armoire, Queen poster head board, foot board & rails, 2 night tables.905-721-7202. MOVING SALE:Pine pantry/dis- play/china cabinet; pine cannon- ball bed/mattress (double); and other items.(905)655-0224 NEEDED:200' of chain link fenc- ing, with posts and top rails. Please call 905-436-8087. NEW DANBY APT sized freezers $209. New Danby bar fridges, $119/up. Also, variety of new ap- pliances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Recon- ditioned fridges $195/up, ranges $125/up, dryers $125/up, wash- ers $199/up, new and coin oper- ated washers and dryers at low prices. New Danby Frost-Free Apt. size fridges $399., new 24" and 30" ranges with clock and window @$399 Reconditioned 24" ranges and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide se- lection of other new and recondi- tioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 O G CLOCK, as is, and others plus clock/watchmakers work- bench. All original, 2 doors, 7 drawers, graduated, with knee hole. Basswood construction, turn of the century, original red, with small galley and shelf, 17" deep, 36" high, 48" wide. Call 905-985- 8732. OFFICE RELOCATION, ergonomic premium fully ad- justable Keilhauer office chairs, barely used, $100 each. Call John, 905-831-7260 ext.222. PIANO 30-year-old baby grand, Stroud, piano. Good condition, (905)434-7530 PIANO TECHNICIAN available for tuning, repairs & pre-purchase consultation. Used upright or grand acoustic pianos for sale. Moving, rentals available. Call 905-427-7631 or visit: www.barbhall.com PIANOS - AND - CLOCKS March Break Sale Continues! Our best prices this week! Not sure if your kids will stick with les- sons..try our unique rent-to-own system. 100% of all rental pay- ments apply! Large selection of upright and electronic pianos and Howard Miller clocks. Yamaha, Kawai, Heintzmann etc. Call TELEP PIANO 905-433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! PLAYSTATION2 MOD CHIPS XBOX MOD CHIPS installed from $125. Several chips available for each console. We buy used/work- ing consoles. For all the details: www.durhammods.com North End Oshawa.905-626-0542 POOL TABLE, 1" slate. Solid wood. New in box, accessory package included. Cost $6750 sell for $2300. 905-213-4669. PROM DRESSES,Size 12, Beautiful 2-pc soft lilac colour w/full skirt, top w/thin straps; Stunning 1-pc strapless, full skirt coral colour. Both worn once. Call 905-434-4374 RATTAN FURNITURE,A-1 con- dition. Sofa, loveseat, chair, otto- man & coffee table. Nearly new. $650.Call (905)839-4952 RENT TO OWN - New and re- conditioned appliances, new TV's, Stereos, Computers, DVD Players, Furniture, Bedding, Patio Furniture, Barbecues & More! Fast delivery. No credit applica- tion refused. Paddy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798- 5502. SATELLITE TV- NO MONTHLY BILLS: Pay Per View + Movies, Sports, Adult + More!. We also of- fer Installation + repair. NOW AC- CEPTING DONATIONS IN LIEU OF THE CORCORAN FAMILY. U-Neek Electronics, 226 Bloor Street E. Oshawa. (web:) www.uneekelectronics.com: Visit our store today! (905) 435-0202 SINGLE STAGE snow blower for sale. Should be knowl- edgeable in small engines $100. 905-404-1552 after 5 p.m. SOFA BED,double mattress, mint condition, new $1499, ask- ing $699.Call 905-435-8151. SOLID OAK/MARBLE chester- field table/claw feet, coffee/2 end tables; antique table, entertain- ment centre; Mennonite oak kitchen set; Topaz ring, large stone/2 diamonds; 6 pc. bedroom suite.905-579-9119. VENDORS WANTED at the Courtice Flea Market. 5,000- 6,000 people per weekend. Rent from $230 per month for indoor space. (Sign-ups by April 30th will receive a free months rent!) Lo- cated 2 min. North of 401 be- tween Oshawa and Bowmanville. Call 905-436-1024 or visit us: www.courticefleamarket.com WE BUY YOUR OLD GOLD: RINGLEADER FINE JEWEL- LERY 145 Kingston Rd., Ajax (McDonald's Plaza) 905- 426-7464, WE BUY YOUR OLD GOLD, ask for Phil. NEEDED:200' of chain link fenc- ing, with posts and top rails. Please call 905-436-8087. FIREWOOD FOR SALE - call Gerry at 905-427-7243 or 416- 281-5455, $85/face cord. LAKERIDGE FARM FIRE- WOOD, The best quality wood, seasoned cut/split/ delivered. Call 905-424-1735. QUALITY FIREWOOD,well sea- soned, 100% hardwood for sale at low prices. Honest measure- ments. Cut, split and delivered. Stock up now for next winter. Call Rob (905)718-7147 or (905)725- 5415. 5 BOXER PUPPIES for sale. Call 905-571-2958 ADORABLE PUPPIES Lab/Shepherd X $200- Ready to go March 24th. Chris or Dave 905-472-1614 AFRICAN GREY Timmy Parrot for sale, very friendly, needs a good home with lots of attention, $800 firm, with cage. 905-434- 0392. CHESAPEAKE BAY retriever puppies, 11 weeks old, females, vet checked, first shots, de- wormed, ready to go, $500. No papers. Peterborough (705)743- 9998 CHOCOLATE LAB PUPS,first shots, dewormed. CKC Regis- tered. Call (905)344-7093. GERMAN SHEPPARD PUPS, CKC registered, pure German lines, microchipped, first shots, health guarantee. 3 /F 2/M available. Mother on site. Ready to go April.(905)743-0393 WESTIE-POO, MALE 3 yrs old. Suitable for female senior com- panion.905-441-4646 after 6pm. YOU COULD HAVE your dog under control and listening in 2 short weeks. TSURO DOG TRAINING. www.tsurodogtraining.com 905- 797-2855. 1991 NISSAN MAXIMA,as is, $1000 o.b.o. Call Peter (905)725- 4282 1992 CHRYSLER NEW Yorker 5th Avenue, small body, 4dr., 3.3L V6, auto, e-tested, fully load- ed, p.seats, runs like new, body/interior- excellent condition. New exhaust, $1200. (905)404- 8541 2001 CHEVY CAVALIER,4dr, 5-spd, no a/c, 130,000km, certi- fied & e-tested. $5995. Call Marilyn 905-985-8474 1992 GMC PICK-UP - Power windows, power locks, 4 new tires, bed liner, a/c. Runs good. $2500 as is, or best offer. Call 905-623-0376 1994 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS Supreme. 4 door, certified, 92,000kms, original. Car is per- fect. Asking $3200. (905)430- 3573 1995 GEO METRO LSI Standard, 4 door, new front tires, new brakes, ball joints, exhaust. 230,000 hwy km, lady driven. Un- certified. $1,200.00. Evenings 905-767-7431 1996 FORD TAURUS, $2999. 1997 Monti Carlo, $2999. 1997 Ford Probe GT, $4490. 1997 Dodge Caravan, $2999. 1990 Ford F150 Ext. Cab, $3490. Others from $1699, Certified and E-tested. (Kelly & Sons, since 1976) (905)683-7301 or (905)424-9002. www.kellyandsonsauto.com NEED A CAR? LET US GIVE YOU THE CHANCE YOU DESERVE! APPLY ONLINE WWW.VILLAGE CHRYSLER.CA OR CALL 905-683-5358 OR 906-767-0951 ASK FOR BRIDGET WE GET YOU DRIVING! BAILIFF SALE.Call between 9 & 5. (905)342-7376 2000 Buick LeSabre, medium blue, certified and E-tested, 120,000 km, cur- rent bid $7,200. 2001 Chev Mali- bu, purple. 1997 Chev Cavalier, red. 1997 Chev Monte Carlo, purple. 1999 Ford F150, 4x4, regular cab, white. 1997 Dodge 3500 diesel, alum flatbed with stake sides, standard, white. ! A - ALL SCRAP CARS,old cars & trucks wanted. Cash paid. Free pickup. Call Bob anytime (905)431-0407. $ $ A & 1 AARON & LEO Scrap Cars & Trucks Wanted. Cash paid 7 days/week anytime. Pleas- es call 905-426-0357. $ $ ADAM & RON'S SCRAP cars, trucks, vans. Pay cash, free pick up 7 days/week (anytime) 905-424-3508. $ $75+ TOP DOLLARS - Ajax Auto Wreckers pays for vehi- cles. We buy all scrap metal, cop- per, aluminum, fridges, stoves, etc.905-686-1771; 416-896-7066 $$$$$ JOHNNY JUNKER To ps all cash for good cars and trucks or free removal for scrap cars and trucks. Speedy service. (905)655-4609 or (416)286-6156. $$$AD FREE AUTO removal. Cash paid for unwanted & scrap vehicles. Fast & Friendly service. Call (905)683-9647 or 647-321- 9647. A ABLE TO PAY Up to $5000 on cars & trucks Free Towing 24 hours, 7 days. (905)686-1899 (Pickering/Ajax) or (905)665-9279 (Oshawa/Whitby). ABSOLUTELY THE BEST CASH deal for your old junker. Cars & trucks wanted, dead or alive. Free p-up. Call 24 hrs. John 905-263-4142 or 905-914-4142. CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in running condition. Call (905)427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES 1994 FORD RANGER XLT, 5-spd, 6-cyl., lots of extras, 147,000 km. Cert. E-tested. 905- 852-9095 ext. 327 or 905-985- 1762. 1995 FORD WINDSTAR, 240,000ks, 112,000ks, on new motor, new brakes, good condi- tion, runs well, asking $2500 or best offer, call (905)697-2963. 2005 PONTIAC MONTANA Extended van, 23,000km, pwr windows & locks, cruise ctrl, a/c, AM/FM stereo w/CD, 7 passen- ger, alloy wheels, fog lights, roof rack,4 captains chairs, tinted windows,keyless entry. $19,900 Call 905-983-6447 93 MAZDA MVP,7 passenger,6 cyl. auto, dealer serviced, new brakes, exhaust, runs excellent, asking $2,000. Drive clean and will certify.(905)433-2521. 1999 HONDA SHADOW,750cc, 11km, engine protectors, saddle- bags, windscreen, mint condition $6300. 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Serving Durham Region Since 1998. $25 off Second Cleaning with this Ad. Call Tere- sa (905)571-0080. CLEAN MOMENT Experienced European cleaning.Residential. Pickering & Ajax area. For service call 647-295-0771 "Clean is our middle name" CLEANING LADY over 10 years experience, is looking for a new client. Long term references. 3 bedrooms $75., laundry. Call (905)427-4222. • Lawn Cutting • Spring Clean Up • Sodding/Landscaping www.1stchoicelandsacping.ca 416-410-9942 A US Entry Waiver or Remove Your Criminal Record Gone in 60 Seconds. www.canadianpardons.ca 1-800- 298-5520 Please read your classified ad on the first day of publica- tion as we cannot be responsible for more than one insertion in the event of an error. BRESSETTE, Ross Suddenly on Sunday March 19, 2006 in his 39th year. Husband to Natalie. Fr iend to all that knew him. Member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 606. Dart enthusiast, ka- raoke crooner and "Big Brother" to Zachary and Kathryn Goodwin. Friends and family may visit at THE SIMPLE ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL CENTRE,1057 Brock Road, Pickering (south of 401) 905-686-5589 from 7-9 p.m. Thursday. A Fu- neral Service to celebrate Ross's life will be held on Friday at 11 a.m. in the chapel. Burial to follow at DUFFIN MEADOWS CEMETERY. "Always there with a helpful hand for friends and strangers alike." FRIZZELL, Helen Pearl Peacefully on Saturday, March 18th, 2006 at Sunnybrook Medical Centre. Helen beloved wife of Ray. Cherished Mom of To ny and his wife Trish. Devoted Grammy of Ali- cia, Justin, and Mikaila. Lovingly remembered by her sister Sharon and brother Melvin, both of Nova Scotia. A Celebration of Helen's life will be held on Thursday, March 23rd at 7 p.m. at the Royal Cana- dian Legion, Branch 322, 111 Hunt Street, Ajax, Ontario. In lieu of flowers, donations made in Hel- en's memory to the Hospital for Sick Children would be appreciated by her family. Arrangements entrusted to the ACCETTONE FUNERAL HOME, 384 Finley Ave., Ajax (905) 428-9090. BOLTON, Arthur Peacefully in his 81st year, on March 20th, 2006. Beloved husband of the late Claire Irene Bubbs. Dear father to Catherine (Lance Crow), Donna (Robert Dickomeit), Ron (Ann), and Gary (Therease). Cherished grandfa- ther to Donna Lea, Ian, Andrew, Janine, Blair, Car- ly, Lana, and great grandfather to Sidney. Visita- tion will be held at MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME (28 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax, 905-428-8488) on Thursday March 23, 2006 from 1-3 p.m. with ser- vice to follow at 3 p.m. in the chapel. If so desired, donations may be made to the Lung Association. 3 LOCATIONS FOR QUALITY & CHOICE GLASSES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY AJAX OPTICAL DURHAM CENTRE 135 Harwood Ave. N. Harwood & Hwy. 2 AJAX OPTICAL 56 Harwood Ave. S. Ajax Plaza PICKERING OPTICAL 1360 Kingston Rd. 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Patrons must be 19 years of age or older. “We’re looking to raise money so we can continue to ser- vice the adults of this community. The event will also increase our visibility... and should be a lot of fun at the same time,” said Brad Cook, the council’s exec- utive director. For tickets, call the Literacy Council at 905-434-5441.