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Home My WebLink AboutNA2002_03_01PICKERING’S COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER SINCE 1965 NEWS ADVERTISER Banging the drum Young love blooms at native centre at local cinemas FEATURE/18 ENTERTAINMENT/20 PRESSRUN 46,600 36 PAGES FRIDAY, MARCH 1, 2002 OPTIONAL DELIVERY $6/ $1 NEWSSTAND Police budget tops $91 millionWe want ITER! Special section offers insight into $12-billion project DURHAM ––It’s not too often we have an opportunity to be part of a world-shaping event, but Durham could be at the pin- nacle of just such a project over the next 30 years if an interna- tional fusion research facility lands in our backyard. In just a few more months Canada should know if its bid to host ITER (International Ther- monuclear Experimental Reac- tor) has been successful and if the $12-billion facility will be located in Clarington, on the shore of Lake Ontario between the Darlington Nuclear Generat- ing Station and St. Mary’s Ce- ment. Inside your paper today, you BY JACQUIE McINNES Staff Writer DURHAM ––Twenty-five new police officers and the cost of offer- ing a competitive pay package for current staff comprise the bulk of an $8.7-million increase proposed by the police services board for the 2002 budget. Durham Regional Po- lice Services is asking Regional council to approve a $91.1-million budget for 2002, up about 11 per cent from the $82.4-million in 2001. In 1999 the Durham Police budget was $69 million and went to $72.1 million in 2000 as part of a five-year plan to boost staffing. If approved, the budget will mean about a $42 tax increase for owners of a $200,000 house (less for homes assessed at lower values and more for higher-valued homes), according to Jim Clapp, finance commissioner for the Region. “The increase is primarily for personnel,” reported Deputy Chief Chuck Mercier. That amount in- cludes $1.8 million for contract in- creases, which are necessary to en- sure Durham retains its skilled Pickering Hwy. 407 extension paves way to profits BY MARTIN DERBYSHIRE Staff Writer PICKERING —Pickering residents played a big part in driving Hwy. 407 revenues way up in 2001, simply by driving the toll highway’s new eastern extension to Brock Road. Highway operator 407 ETR reported revenues of $244.1 mil- lion for the year, up 29 per cent from 2000 revenues of $189.5 million. And, a company spokesman said the new eastern extension of the toll highway played a signif- icant role in those gains. “We’ve seen an increase in drivers heading east to Brock Road and into other parts of the Greater Toronto Area from Brock Road,” said Dale Albers, manager of communications. “It’s been very well received, we’ve seen a big increase in traf- fic using the extension.” The 15-kilometre extension from Markham Road to just east See SECTION page 4 See DURHAM page 4 RON PIETRONIRO/ News Advertiser photo Fits like a glove DURHAM ––Oshawa Eastdale Eagles’Jeff Beck attempts to get his stick on a loose puck, while Pickering High School Trojans goaltender Jason Yochim reaches for it during Game 2 in the Lake Ontario Secondary Schools Athletics senior boys’hockey championship series Wednesday after- noon. Pickering won 4-1. 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Dunbar, currently suspended with pay, is accused of pocketing $4,315 in cash generat- ed by more than 150 CPIC checks and 17 collision report copies, for which the OPP charges $40, from March 1999 to March 2000. He has pleaded not guilty to charges of breach of trust and theft under $5,000. Judgment will be handed down April 18 by Judge Karen Johnston. Staff Sgt. Dunbar told Judge Johnston despite orders to the contrary, detachment personnel would often provide unofficial “dash pad” receipts to the public because no official OPP receipt book was available. Court heard a copy of receipts along with the cash and the con- sent forms were placed in a locked cash box until counted and prepared by Staff Sgt. Dun- bar at the end of the month, and forwarded to the Ministry of Fi- nance. The senior officer testified after he took over the Henry Street detachment in 1997, he frequently found shortfalls in the cash box. The money did not correspond with the number of official and unofficial receipts. He began throwing away the unofficial handwritten receipts and divert- ing the corresponding cash into a “float envelope” kept in his of- fice. The float envelope was his so- lution to “take care of these over and unders” and make up any shortfalls at the end of each month, he testified. “I didn’t see it as serious, (but) there was a problem with people borrowing money... There was a problem with overs and unders but there never appeared to be a lot of money missing,” Staff Sgt. Dunbar said. Asked by his lawyer Gary Clewley if he was stealing money from the cash box, the 23-year police veteran officer replied, “Not a cent, sir.” During a lively cross-exami- nation, prosecutor John Marsland suggested Staff Sgt. Dunbar should have been investigating how the money had gone missing when the shortfalls occurred, rather than “fudging the books. “You were the detachment commander. One of your respon- sibilities and duties is to ensure the OPP orders and policies were followed... You were the trustee of those monies and it was your responsibility to ensure they got to the Minister of Finance... What were you doing to find out where it went?” demanded the Crown. “I made inquiries and some- times I found out and sometimes I couldn’t,” the officer replied. The prosecutor accused Staff Sgt. Dunbar of destroying the re- ceipts and consent forms, which he said were important govern- ment documents, “because you were trying to hide the fact these monies were going missing.” Mr. Marsland asked why a commanding officer, who col- leagues have described as “metic- ulous,” would violate OPP policy by discarding receipts and con- sent documents, and reroute money destined for government coffers. Staff Sgt. 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New officers will include two intelligence officers, eight major crime officers and 15 community officers - four for Clarington, five for Whitby and six for Ajax/Pickering. By the be- ginning of 2003, the force will have met its target of one officer for every 750 people, Chief Kevin McAlpine said. However, he noted, the benchmark for an optimum number has fluctuated over the years. At one time, the ideal was considered one of- ficer for every 500 people. Other personnel cost in- creases include $2.6 million to address the full-year salaries of officers hired part way through 2001 and bene- fit cost increases of $1.5 mil- lion for staff. The 11-per cent increase to the police budget from last year will equal about three per cent on the regional levy to homeowners, says Mr. Clapp. The police board had been asked to present two budgets with a tax impact of two and three per cent on the tax base. However, noted po- lice services board chairman Bob Boychyn, “We were not able to meet legislative re- quirements with the two per cent. It was a non-starter. We are charged with the respon- sibility of providing a service and we have to provide that service.” Regional council is ex- pected to hold final budget meetings in April. will find a special section entitled We Want ITER, showcasing the project, its benefits, the science behind it and the challenges ahead if the international community chooses to bring the project here. Canada provides an excellent site for the facility, offering everything ITER requires including transportation infra- structure by water, land and air; ample electricity for its energy needs; an ideal property and a wealth of experience in the strong Ontario workforce. In return, the project would bring 68,000 person-years of employment, an injection of hundreds of millions of dol- lars into the federal and provincial gov- ernment treasuries, an economic boon with a high-technology spin-off and a significant brain gain with the arrival of more than 250 international scientists and their families. There will be chal- lenges too, as the community ensures care is taken to protect the environment surrounding the 18-building structure and prepares to provide the skilled workforce and infrastructure required for the facility to be built. In the end, not only could Durham gain a significant economic boost, but it could be an inte- gral part of an international effort to pro- vide the world with renewable, clean en- ergy to meet the electricity needs for generations to come around the globe. As you will read in our 36-page ITER section, our leaders in Durham, in Ontario and in Canada believe we are up to the challenge of bringing this facility here and making it a success. A/P PAGE 4 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 1, 2002 Section showcases Durham ITER project Durham police seek new officers in 2002 budget SECTION from page 1 DURHAM from page 1 Our special section details all you need to know about ITER. It’s in- side today’s News Advertiser. Pickering Home & Leisure Centre 1755 Pickering Parkway 905-427-3403 Casual Dining INCLUDING TED’S FAMOUS STEAK ON A KAISER & HOME MADE ONION RINGS South of Bayly on Liverpool (OLD BON’S LOCATION) IF YOU’RE IN THE LAKE YOU’VE GONE TOO FAR. 711 Krosno Blvd., Pickering NOW OPEN The best in Take-out since 1965 Award Winning Restaurant Special Event Room Now booking, CALL FOR AVAILABILITY packages to suit your budget. Perfect for Golf tournaments, Jack & Jill showers, Adult birthday parties and small weddings. 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What happened to keeping it simple? I recall having the privilege of two ‘real’ birthday celebrations. Family were the main guests for dinner and two friends attended the low-key slumber party later. Today, it appears age is no factor for ex- travagant parties. Celebrations for one-year-olds are awkward since they tend to re- semble a family reunion with the guest of honour napping or being overwhelmed with excitement. Preparation checklists have taken on a new form. Lists go be- yond the traditional cake and ice cream, decorations and party favours. Trendy parents embrace technology to make reservations, obtain pre-printed invitations, and order a theme-related cake. Preschool parties age you in- stantly. Three- to five-year-olds do not grasp the concept of “birthday boy or girl”. Gift-giving ends in toys turned into weapons as guests decide it was something they just had to try first! Celebrate in bowling alleys, fast-food restaurants and indoor sports arenas, but nothing beats a “pay-one-price party”. Does a time limit apply to celebrations? Festivities ranging from two to six hours in a house would require an exceptionally patient, and orga- nized parent. Frankly, when was the last time your child sat down with peers to do organized activi- ties for hours? Pin the tail on the donkey is no longer acceptable as a party game. We live in a reward- driven society and simple applause only brings tears or tantrums from this crowd. Competitive activities appear to be replaced by games of participation with prizes for every- one. Loot bags net your child a month’s supply of lunch snacks and enough toys to fill that unused floor space. Refreshments present a chal- lenge, too. Food allergies, nutrition awareness and the fear of additives rule out the traditional hot dogs and potato chips. Is there any hope of surviving preteen parties? My last idea met a look of disdain and mor- tification. What is the cool way to cele- brate today? So, as your child an- nounces another invitation, refrain from looking like you have just severed a limb, breathe easier knowing that eventually, we all have to participate in the infamous birthday party. Cindy Baird Opinion Shaper shouston@durhamregion.com Oh no! It’s birthday party time again Breathe easy and accept that eventually we all have to participate in the process Offer the gift of life – many are in need To the editor: I felt the need to write reach out to peo- ple again. My friend is in Georgia right now fighting for her life as she was in a car acci- dent on her way to Florida. She’s only 22. Since my father’s death, I have experienced people very close to me passing away. I want to share this message: Feb. 23, was the five-month anniversary of my father, Kenneth Kruitz’s passing. He passed away suddenly while waiting for a liver donor. Shortly after his death, I wrote a letter to the editor that the News Advertiser published. It acknowledged the importance of organ donor awareness and the profound impact donors have on those who are wait- ing for an organ to survive, as well as their families. I cannot help but think to myself with each individual that passes, “could this per- son have saved my dad’s life”? I hope now that my message can continue to reach peo- ple and save someone who is relying on an organ for their survival. My family has received an overwhelm- ing amount of support, encouragement and feedback from the community. I would like to extend my appreciation to all who have given that little effort or extra thought to organ and blood donations. Please take my message and offer the gift of life when you may have that opportunity to help someone in need. Kristine Kruitz, Pickering Letters to the editor e-mail responses to shouston@durhamregion.com P PAGE 6 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 1, 2002 PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER A Metroland Community Newspaper Tim Whittaker Publisher Joanne Burghardt Editor-in-Chief Steve Houston Managing Editor Duncan Fletcher Director of Advertising Retail/Distribution John Willems Director of Advertising Real Estate/Automotive Eddie Kolodziejcak Classified Advertising Manager Abe Fakhourie Distribution Manager Lillian Hook Office Manager Barb Harrison Composing Manager *** News 905-683-5110 Sales 905-683-5110 Classifieds 905-683-0707 Distribution 905-683-5117 General Fax 905-683-7363 Death Notices 905-683-3005 Sincerely Yours 1-800-662-8423 E-mail shouston@ durhamregion.com Web address durhamregion.com 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5 Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 1332791 *** The News Advertiser is one of the Metroland Printing, Publishing and Distributing group of newspapers. The News Advertiser is a member of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Trade, Ontario Community Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Commu- nity Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Circulations Audit Board and the On- tario Press Council. The publisher reserves the right to classify or refuse any advertisement. Credit for advertisement limited to space price error occu- pies. Editorial and Adver- tising content of the News Advertiser is copyrighted. Unauthorized reproduc- tion is prohibited. Editorial &OPINIONS PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER MARCH 1, 2002 Editorial e-mail responses to shouston@durhamregion.com None of the hysteria surrounding the Durham District School Board’s hand-wringing over Harry Potter a year-and-a-half ago can be seen at its Catholic counterpart in Durham. The Durham Catholic District School Board is proposing a policy that would land questionable learning materials on the board director’s desk for adjudication in cases where formal concerns are raised. As proposed, the draft policy makes common sense for those concerned about what their children might be exposed to in Catholic schools. Pickering Trustee Fran Pereira, the Catholic board’s policy committee chairman, emphasized this week most learning mate- rials already go through a “stringent review process” before making their way into local schools. But this final step, if ap- proved by the board, would provide parents with a forum to ad- equately make their case as it relates to controversial learning materials. “It’s always better to have something in place before you find a need for it,” noted Trustee Pereira. This move though, adds a necessary final step. Parents with concerns must first approach their child’s school principal as a means of addressing and resolving concerns. That common sense first step would bring concerned parents face-to-face with the people most responsive to their child’s educational needs. Failing that, a formal request would see school and board staff review any questionable material under the direction of school board administrators. Their recommendations — whether in favour of or against the learning material in question — would automatically be forward to and considered by the education di- rector. Catholic trustees are expected to vote on the issue in the com- ing months and can do so with the knowledge that much thought and concern for parents and children has been put into the draft policy. In its current form, it makes perfect sense as a means of ad- dressing this policy. It’s relatively simple, it illustrates the board’s commitment to being responsive and accountable, and it provides parents in Pickering and across Durham Region with a clear method in which they can raise concerns. 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While areas like Whitby, Ajax, north Oshawa and suburban Port Perry will be hotbeds for future growth, the DDSB believes it will actually see a decrease in the number of new elementary school children in Durham and Ontario as a whole over the next few years. It's just one more thing to blame on the baby boom. The study of demographics hasn't been the same since ser- vicemen returned from the Second World War and spawned a surge in new births in the decade that fol- lowed. Those children, or baby boomers to which they are often referred, are now approaching their late 40s and 50s. As the last of their progeny move through the elementary school system, schools are notic- ing a decline in the amount of young children in the classroom, says Mr. Patel. He calls it a provincewide trend among school boards. "Right now, we're seeing a lot of kids graduating from Grade 8, classes of 60 to 70 kids, and only 30 or 40 JK and SK classes re- plenishing them at the other end," he explains. Mr. Patel points to the Ontario Ministry of Finance's population projections, which predict the amount of children, aged four to 13 to drop steadily over the next five years. The ministry expects the trend to grow from a 0.1 per cent decrease this year to a 2.2 per cent decline in 2005, he says. But Durham Region senior planner John Koopmans, who uses the same projections to plan for Durham, believes the region won't be hit as hard as the rest of Ontario by the "baby boom bulge effect." The Ministry of Finance's studies also expect the Greater Toronto Area to experience the most growth of any other region in Ontario, he points out. By the ministry's estimation, population in the GTA should grow to 7.5 million by the year 2028, roughly half the population of the entire province. Mr. Koopmans attributes most of that growth to migration. Durham's net population grows by about 10,000 people each year after factoring in births, deaths and the number of new residents who move to the area, he says. "Even if you took half of that number. You'd be looking at a cou- ple of thousand kids each year, I would think," the planner says. He also points out the Ministry of Finance figures don't factor in the effects of the Hwy. 407 exten- sion or the Pickering airport in bringing in new families to Durham. When it comes to projecting enrolment, DDSB planners take into account migration through the number of new subdivisions slated for development, says Mr. Patel. His department expects to see 50 additional students for every 100 new homes but the in- crease is gradual over a period of seven years. The DDSB uses a calculation too complicated to mention, but it realizes young couples are slow to get on with the business of making babies after moving into a new house Mr. Patel says. Planners ex- pect most of those new students to enter the school system in the last three years of that seven-year peri- od when homeowners are more settled. "We're very good with our pro- jections and that's because we use substantial and valid data," he says, pointing to last year's esti- mates. The DDSB projected 105 stu- dents less than its actual numbers in 2001. That's not bad consider- ing it has 46,000 pupils in the en- tire board, Mr. Patel allows. As for high schools, he says they shouldn't see any effects of the baby boom bulge receding until eight to 10 years from now. Today's elementary pupils will have started to graduate by then. In the meantime, planners have their hands full planning for the upcoming double cohort resulting from the phasing out of Ontario Academic Credits. Mr. Patel says there is no telling yet how accu- rate his department's projections will be for that first-time-ever event. The number of stu- dents in local schools is likely to fade in the coming years, as il- lustrated in this typi- cal classroom. The Ontario Ministry of Finance's population projections predict the amount of chil- dren aged four to 13 will drop steadily over the next five years. That likely means classes like this one will be smaller in the future. Although new homes seem to be going up at a fantastic rate around the region, school board planners are preparing for fewer students in the next few years. School plans a demographic puzzle CARL FERENCZ WALTER PASSARELLA/ Photo illustration CARL FERENCZ/ News Advertiser photo Eggs-actly the right fund-raiser for Easter Seal Society DURHAM —Not all Easter eggs are made of chocolate. From March 1 to 31, shoppers can buy a colourful ‘paper egg’, with proceeds going towards children and young adults with physical disabilities. Purchasers sign the eggs, which are then displayed in par- ticipating store windows. The sales are part of ‘March is Easter Seal Month’, or- ganized by the Easter Seal Society of Durham Region. Since its inception in 2000, the eggs’ campaign has raised more than $400,000 across the province, with more than 1,000 retailers participating. In Pickering, eggs can be purchased at Canadian Tire, Constantine’s Independent Grocer, Extreme Fitness, Jumbo Video, Loblaws, P.J.’s Pets and Reids Dairy. Stores participating in Ajax are Canadian Tire, South Ajax IGA, and Loblaws. The Easter Seal Society offers financial assistance, summer camps, research, ad- vocacy, and public and consumer educa- tion. For more information, call Janis Steele, district co-ordinator for the Durham branch at 905-720-0352. Canadian nuclear regulator says rates a fraction of allowable limit PICKERING —The most exposed person living near the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station would have received a radiation dose that’s a fraction of the al- lowable limit. The Canadian Nuclear Safety Com- mission (CNSC) is reporting for the three-month period ending Sept. 30, 2001, the dose from the station was 1.7 microsieverts (µSv), which is below the regulatory limit of 1,000 per year. In comparison, natural background radia- tion measures about 2,000 µSv a year and a typical chest X-ray produces about 70. A microsievert is an international unit used to measure radiation doses. Measurements are recorded on a quar- terly basis. The accumulated total in 2001 to the end of September was 4.4 µSv. The radiation dose due to emissions is for a person living just outside the bound- ary of the station, staying at their resi- dences 24 hours a day, drinking local water and eating locally-produced food. The CNSC reports most people would receive a lower dose, because they have different eating habits and live further away from the station. The amount of radiation significantly decreases as the distance from the station increases. 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OSHAWA: • St. Gregory’s Auditorium, 194 Simcoe St. N., March 7, 12:30-8 p.m. • Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 43, 472 Simcoe St. S., March 14, 4-8 p.m. • Michael Starr Building (Ministry of Finance), 33 King St. W., March 15, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. • St. Joseph the Worker Parish, 1100 Mary St. N., March 18, 3-8 p.m. • Durham College, 2000 Simcoe St. N., March 20, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. WHITBY: • Henry Street High School, 600 Henry St., March 1, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. • Brooklin United Church, 19 Cassels Rd. E., March 16, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. • Sinclair High School- Durham Board of Education, 380 and 400 Taunton Rd. E., Whitby, March 22, 9:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m. • Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 112, 117 Byron St. S., March 25, noon-7:30 p.m. CLARINGTON: • Bowmanville High School, 49 Liberty St., N., March 6, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. • Clarington Beech Centre, 26 Beech Ave., Bowmanville, March 13, 1-7:30 p.m. Pickering library program pays off PICKERING —The Inter- net could be the answer for peo- ple trying to make ends meet, or for those who just need to fig- ure out exactly how much money they have to spend. The Pickering Public Li- brary’s central branch is hosting an upcoming program dealing with money-saving Web sites and other library resources con- taining information on budget- ing, money and debt manage- ment, and smart buying. The program is free and starts at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, March 2 in the branch’s audito- rium. To register, call 905-831- 6265 or 905-686-0250 ext. 6243, or e-mail help@picnet.org. 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Family Dentist 1450 Kingston Rd., Suite 4 (905) 420-1777(905) 420-1777 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, March 1, 2002 PAGE 15 A/P Group expected to start meeting in the coming weeks BY TIM FORAN Staff Writer DURHAM —The Province is setting up an advisory panel headed by veteran politician David Crom- bie to provide input into a land swap negotiated with developers last year that settled disputes on the Oak Ridges Moraine. Alexandra Gillespie, a spokesman for Municipal Affairs and Housing Minister Chris Hodg- son, expects the panel will begin meeting in the next few weeks. The panel “is there to ensure the public’s interest is maintained in this public process”, she added. Last November, when the Province announced new legisla- tion designed to protect the environ- mentally sensitive moraine, it also said it had committed itself to land swaps with a developer in Uxbridge and developers with plans to build 8,000 homes along Yonge Street in Richmond Hill. As part of the land exchange, which was negotiated by Mr. Crom- bie on behalf of the Province, the developers were promised provin- cially owned lands in the Seaton district of north Pickering in return for giving up their moraine lands. Ms. Gillespie said the new advi- sory panel, which is still being formed, will ensure the land swap achieves an “equitable result”. So far, the panel members in- clude Ron Christie of the Rouge Park Alliance, Deb Crandall of Save the Oak Ridges Moraine and Ric Symmes of the Federation of Ontario Naturalists. Politicians in the three affected municipalities and at least one prominent developer said they are unaware this panel is being formed. “It’s up to them what they want to do,” developer Mario Cortellucci, owner of the Gan Eden lands in Uxbridge, said of the Province’s de- cision. “If they feel that’s the route they have to take, that’s their choice.” Since the swap was announced, many environmentalists and Picker- ing officials have questioned whether the developers would have free rein to turn Seaton into a bas- tion for urban sprawl. The rural farming area was ex- propriated by the Province in 1972 for a proposed Pickering interna- tional airport and is envisioned in Pickering’s Official Plan to accom- modate 90,000 people. “The Seaton lands are much more ecologically sensitive than the Gan Eden lands,” said Pickering Regional Councillor Rick Johnson. “This trade-off is a farce as far as I’m concerned.” Fed up with waiting to hear the status of the swap, Pickering’s council recently voted to undertake a growth management study for the area, a precursor to an Official Plan review. Pickering MPP Janet Ecker said the new owners of the Seaton area will have to abide by Pickering’s planning process and the Province’s new “smart growth” principles. “No one is saying we’re going to give ‘Mr. Smith’ a 20-acre plot of land to put strip malls on,” she said. 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But the men and women who attend the Na- tive Culture Centre’s Tuesday night meetings at the 100 Whiting Ave. offices of the Central Lake Ontario Conser- vation Authority in south Os- hawa would not be surprised. “All through Ontario they know what we’re doing in Oshawa, that we have a phys- ical home for our (meeting) circle, where we can teach and learn our languages and traditions, and provide educa- tion and public awareness,” said Mr. Mountford, spokesman for the centre. When it comes to lan- guages, traditions, education and awareness, Durham Re- gion’s First Nations share with Natives and non-Natives alike. The very act of coming together is deemed vital by cultural centre members in order to protect and celebrate one of the most revered and respected civilizations known to mankind. Representatives of the Ojibwa, Mohawk and Cree nations — even Inuit visitors from the Far North — have attended the gatherings. “It doesn’t matter whether it’s Mohawk or Ojibwa,” said Mr. Mountford. “One of our priorities in preserving the culture is to learn the lan- guage.” He explained there is a tremendous challenge for aboriginals living in an urban setting — as a growing Durham Region is fast be- coming — when compared to living on a reserve. “If you don’t speak the language on a daily basis (it can be lost),” he said. “With language comes tradition. If you’re not close to the ex- tended family or to the Native community, it’s not easy to live the culture day-to-day.” The cultural centre offers participants a venue to share their own individual tradi- tions, and also welcomes vis- itors from Native communi- ties. Representatives from Curve Lake First Nations north of Peterborough and Hiawatha, the Native enclave on the eastern side of Rice Lake, as well as Durham’s own Mississaugas of Scugog Island, near Port Perry, have attended the Tuesday gather- ings. “And we have a wonderful history within the area,” said Mr. Mountford of the local past that is taught by singing and telling stories. “Despite diverse cultures in our group, each nation has its own teachings of peace and respect for the elders and for the spirits of those that have passed on. The passing on of knowledge and Native traditions have been passed down orally and we’re trying to preserve that part of the culture with the passing on of the culture through stories.” Ancient teachings can be seasonal in their content. Winter, for example, is a time when much teaching is done — from the December sol- stice to the March equinox. “It is a very special time,” he said. “It is a time for story- telling, a quieter time when it becomes cold outside.” A/P PAGE 18 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 1, 2002 Centre helps celebrate tradition and history of Native people Pam Schreiber plays the hand drum while fellow visi- tors enjoy the rhythm. A.J. GROEN/ News Advertiser photo MATTRESSES • BEDS • SUITES • LINEN • FUTONS WHITBY 1540 Dundas Street East Northwest corner of Thickson & Dundas 668-4300 PICKERING 1755 Pickering Parkway Northwest corner of Hwy. 401 & Brock Rd. 427-2047 MATTRESSES • BEDS • SUITES • LINEN •FUTONS Financing Available • Credit Cards Accepted DUNDAS 401THICKSON RD.BROCK RD.METRO EAST CONVENTION CENTRE PICKERING HOME & DESIGN CENTRE HWY. 401 Double Wood Futon Frame $$1991999595 Double Metal Futon Frame $$99999595 MATTRESSES THER•A•PEDIC & MORE Futon Bunk $$3993999595 SAVE! CLEARANCE! 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SATURDAY, MARCH 2 INTERNET BUDGETING:The Pickering Public Library’s central branch is hosting a free program on Web sites and library re- sources that can help save money and offer information on personal budgeting, money management, debt management, and smart buying. The program begins at 9:30 a.m. in the library’s auditorium. To register, call 905- 831-6265 or 905-686-0250 ext. 6243, or e- mail help@picnet.org. DANCE:The Youth Centre holds its second annual charity auction and dance at 7:30 p.m.in the HMS Ajax Room of the Ajax Com- munity Centre, 75 Centennial Rd.Tickets are $15 per person. Cash bar, light buffet. 905- 428-1212. LEARNING DISABILITIES AWARENESS DAY:March is Learning Disabilities Aware- ness Month in Canada, and the Learning Disabilities Association of Durham is holding this day at Class Act Dinner Theatre, 104 Consumers Rd, Whitby, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be 25 exhibitors from in and around the region offering services that could be useful for people with learning dis- abilities and their families.Call 905-571-1145 for more information. MONDAY, MARCH 4 DIVORCE:DivorceCare meetings are held every Monday from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Christian Life Centre, corner of Rossland and Ravenscroft roads, Ajax. It’s for those going through separation or divorce. Call 905-686-1411. News Advertiser Billboard Friday, March 1, 2002 ITER COMMUNITY COUNCIL Phone: 905-697-3700 or 800-FOR-ITER (367-4837) Email: info@itercommunity.com Monday 10am to 6pm • Tuesday to Thursday 10am to 8pm • Friday & Saturday 10am to 6 pm 302 STEVENSON RD. 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Bedroom Set $59900 ONLYONLY Food Court Area (905) 837-0564 Mall Hours Mon. - Sat. from Feb. 4/02 Sunday from Feb. 10/02 12 - 5 Income Tax Returns 2001 CASH REFUNDS WITHIN 24 HOURS EFILED REFUNDS IN ABOUT 2 WEEKS (Most EFiled Returns) FREE EFILE WITH TAX PREPARATION ALL RETURNS PREPARED Personal, Business, Corporations & Trusts BOOKKEEPING SERVICES AVAILABLE Best Accounting Firm PICKERING TOWN CENTRE E-FILEE-FILE READY CASH The following movies are being released at theatres this weekend. 40 DAYS AND 40 NIGHTS STARRING: JOSH HARTNETT. DIRECTED BY: MICHAEL LEHMANN From the producers of ‘Notting Hill’ and ‘Bridget Jones’s Diary’ comes 40 Days and 40 Nights - America’s first no-sex comedy. It stars Josh Hartnett (Pearl Harbor) and Shannyn Sossamon (A Knight’s Tale). Matt Sullivan’s (Josh Hartnett) last big relationship ended in disaster and ever since his heart’s been aching and his commit- ment’s been lacking. Then came Lent, that time of year when everybody gives something up. That’s when Matt, a guy who’s never been able to finish anything, decides to go where no man’s gone before and make a vow: No sex. What- soever. For 40 straight days. No touching. No kissing. No foreplay. No fooling around. No self-gratification. No nothing. At first he has everything under control. That is until the woman of his dreams, Erica (Shannyn Sossamon), walks into his life. Now, with everyone betting he won’t finish what he started, he’s just trying to hold on, and hoping she’s willing to hold out. WE WERE SOLDIERS STARRING: MEL GIBSON. DIRECTED BY: RANDALL WALLACE. “We are moving into the Valley of the Shadow of Death where you will watch the back of the man next to you, as he will watch yours, and you won’t care what colour he is, or by what name he calls God. We are going into battle against a tough and determined enemy. I can’t promise you that I will bring you all home alive. But this I swear... when we go into battle, I will be the first to step on the field and I will be the last to step off. And I will leave no one behind... dead or alive. We will all come home to- gether.” With these words, on the day before he was to lead his men off to a war, Lieutenant Colonel Hal Moore addressed his soldiers and their families. Before him were young men, still innocent to war, and older men already bear- ing the scars and decorations of battle. And sitting among them listening to her husband’s words, was Moore’s own wife, Julie, who had seen him up late at night studying history books about various massacres, strategizing a better out- come for his men, the First Battalion of the Seventh Calvary. On Sunday, Nov. 14, 1965, Lt. Col. Hal Moore and his young troopers touched down at Landing Zone X-Ray in the La Drang Val- ley, a place in Vietnam known as ‘The Val- ley of Death.’ A man of his word, Lt. Col. Moore set foot on the field of battle first, only to find himself and approximately 400 of his men surrounded by roughly 2,000 Vietnamese soldiers. The ensuing battle was one of the most savage in U.S. history, and the first major encounter between the soldiers of North Vietnam and America. AFTERWORLD STARRING: JARED LETO. DIRECTED BY: JAMES COX Two 20-year-olds come to terms with life, death and what it means to be an out- sider at the end of the 20th century in this New Line Black Comedy. Starring Jared Leto (‘The Fight Club’) and Jake Gyllenhaal (‘October Sky’), the film follows two child- hood friends as they embark on a road trip which quickly becomes a strange and twist- ed odyssey for the two post-Gen-X pals. They meet the unexpected, the unloved, and the unforgettable, winding up at Seattle Center in the midst of a crowd of lost mourners gathering after the death of their anti-hero, Kurt Cobain. James Cox makes his debut as a feature film director with this film. RARE BIRDS STARRING: WILLIAM HURT. DIRECTED BY: STURLA GUNNARS- SON ‘Rare Birds’ pits a seemingly over- matched and defeated Newfoundland man against his quirky best buddy, a sexy ac- quaintance and his own mid-life crisis. Dave Purcell (William Hurt) is ready to call it quits on his marriage and his restau- rant. His wife has left him for a job in Wash- ington and the restaurant, the Auk, like the ill-fated bird for which it was named, has never really taken off. All seems lost until Dave’s neighbour, Phonse Murphy (Andy Jones), proposes a mad yet ingenious scheme to save the Auk. Hot young Hollywood star Josh Hart- nett teams up with Shannyn Sossamon in ‘40 Day and 40 Nights’. P PAGE 20 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 1, 2002 Entertainment NEWS ADVERTISER MARCH 1, 2002 Love builds up over ‘40 Days and 40 Nights’Let us entertain you!LOCATED IN WAL-MART AJAX BRING LEISURE TRAVEL....TO YOUR DOOR WITH OUR SHOP AT HOME SERVICE TELEPHONE FAX EMAIL dcaudie@thomascook.ca (905) 426-6242 (905) 426-6249 PGWALK TO REMEMBER Mandy Moore 1:10, 3:10, 7:10, 9:10 Not Recommended for Young Children AASHIPPING NEWS Kevin Spacey 7:00, 9:05 Frightening Scenes, Sexual Content, Language, Mature Theme COLLATERAL DAMAGE Arnold Schwarzenegger AANot Recommended for Young Children, Violence7:00, 9:00 BLACK HAWK DOWN Josh Hartnett AANot Recommended for Children, Brutal Violence, Language MOTHMAN PROPHECIES Richard Gere Not Recommended for Young Children, Horror AA 9:10 only 1:00, 3:10, 7:00, 9:10 FSNOW DOGS Cuba Gooding Jr.1:10, 3:10, 7:10 JIMMY NEUTRON Animated 1:00, 3:00 PG PG HARRY POTTER & PHILOSOPHER’S STONE Daniel Radcliff 1:30 Only Frightening Scenes LORD OF THE RINGS Elijah Wood Frightening Scenes, Violence AA1:15, 7:15 GOSFORD PARK AAMaggie Smith 1:00, 3:25, 7:00, 9:25 905-420-SH O W 416-444-FI L M 1095 KIN G S T O N R D . , P I C K E R I N G SATURDA Y & S U N D A Y M A T I N E E S PG PGA BEAUTIFUL MIND Russell Crowe Mature Theme 1:00, 3:20, 7:00, 9:20 I AM SAM Sean Penn 1:00, 3:20, 7:00, 9:20 Ladies 1/2 Price Until 8:30pm SATURDAY, MARCH 2nd 8:00 PM HOLIDAY INN - OSHAWA 1011 Bloor St. E. - Just north of Hwy. 401 Sat., Mar. 23 - Holiday Inn Oshawa FAMOUS PLAYERS 40 DAYS AND 40 NIGHTS (AA) coarse language, sexual content. Fri. Tues. 5:35, 8:00, 10:25; Sat. Sun. 12:35, 3:10, 5:35, 8:00, 10:25; Mon. Wed. Thurs. 8:00, 10:25 BIG FAT LIAR (F) Fri. Tues. 4:40, 6:50, 9:15; Sat. Sun. 1:40, 4:40, 6:50, 9:15; Mon. Wed. Thurs. 6:50, 9:15 CROSSROADS (PG) Fri. Tues. 3:40, 7:40, 10:15; Sat. Sun. 12:50, 3:40, 7:40, 10:15; Mon. Wed. Thurs. 7:40, 10:15 DRAGONFLY (PG) mature theme. Fri. Tues. 4:50, 7:30, 10:00; Sat. Sun. 1:30, 4:50, 7:30, 10:00; Mon. Wed. Thurs. 7:30, 10:00 HART’S WAR (AA) mature theme, not recommended for children. 9:30 JOHN Q (AA) not recommended for children. Fri. Tues. 4:00, 7:50, 10:30; Sat. Sun. 1:20, 4:00, 7:50, 10:30; Mon. Wed. Thurs. 7:50, 10:30 PETER PAN 2: RETURN TO NEVERLAND (F) Fri. Tues. 4:30, 7:20; Sat. Sun. 12:30, 2:20, 4:30, 7:20; Mon. Wed. Thurs. 7:20 QUEEN OF THE DAMNED (AA) horror, violence, not recommended for young children. Fri. Tues. 4:20, 7:10, 9:50; Sat. Sun. 1:10, 4:20, 7:10, 9:50; Mon. Wed. Thurs. 7:10, 9:50 WE WERE SOLDIERS (NO PASSES) (AA) mature theme, violence. Fri. Tues. 3:50, 7:00, 10:10; Sat. Sun. 12:40, 3:50, 7:00, 10:10; Mon. Wed. Thurs. 7:00, 10:10 40 DAYS AND 40 NIGHTS (AA) coarse language, sexual content. Fri. Tues. 4:30, 7:20, 9:40; Sat. Sun. 1:30, 4:30, 7:20, 9:40; Mon. Wed. Thurs. 7:20, 9:40 A BEAUTIFUL MIND (PG) mature theme. 9:45 BIG FAT LIAR (F) Fri. Tues. 3:50, 6:50; Sat. Sun. 1:15, 3:50, 6:50; Mon. Wed. Thurs. 6:50 BLACK HAWK DOWN (AA) brutal violence, coarse language, not recommended for children. 9:30 CROSSROADS (PG) Fri. Tues. 4:10, 7:30, 9:55; Sat. Sun. 1:40, 4:10, 7:30, 9:55; Mon. Wed. Thurs. 7:30, 9:55 HART’S WAR (AA) mature theme, not recommended for children. 10:20 JOHN Q (AA) not recommended for children. Fri. Tues. 4:45, 7:40, 10:30; Sat. Sun. 1:50, 4:45, 7:40, 10:30; Mon. Wed. Thurs. 7:40, 10:30 PETER PAN 2: RETURN TO NEVERLAND (F) Fri. Tues. 5:00, 7:10; Sat. Sun. 12:30, 2:45, 5:00, 7:10; Mon. Wed. Thurs. 7:10 QUEEN OF THE DAMNED (AA) horror, violence, not recommended for young children. Fri. 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For example, you may be a Canadian citizen, but some passports require a visa, and some countries require a passport to be valid up to six months after the trav- eller returns home. Also, increased security and background checks have doubled the turnaround time for Canadian passport renewals. The hand-delivery estimate is now 10 working days, up from five; the mail- delivery timeline is 20 working days, up from 10. Protect your payments Q:I’m confused about reimburse- ment procedures in the event of a travel company bankruptcy. Isn’t there a government compensation fund for consumers? A:No, you are referring to “travel industry” compensation funds. They are private industry initiatives to pro- tect the consumer and are not govern- ment sponsored. At the current time, however, only the Ontario, Quebec, and B.C. travel industries have creat- ed such funds, which provide a “last resort” reimbursement if consumers book their travel through a provin- cially registered travel agent or tour operator. If you bypass these services and book directly with the supplier (either by phone or the Internet), you won’t be eligible for this fund. Alter- natively, you can buy insurance that protects you in the event of default. Be sure to study the policy terms. Some travellers put all charges on a credit card and then, in the event of a bankruptcy prior to departure, a re- verse may be possible on your state- ment. Florida-bound driving tips Q:We are a family of five driving to Florida for the first time during March break. We plan to take Inter- state 75 from Detroit all the way. Are there important tips before we de- part? A:Any time you plan to drive on Interstate 75, take a look first at the Web site www.i75online.com for an update on Interstate gas prices, con- struction zones, weather conditions, speed traps, waiting times at the U.S./Canada border, and more. Trav- el guide Dave Hunter, author of ‘Along Interstate-75’, updates the site every two hours. You can even get tourism information for the state of Florida on this site. –– News Canada NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 1, 2002 PAGE 21 A/P Travel &TOURISM NEWS ADVERTISER MARCH 1, 2002 You have travel questions, we have travel answers Starting in May, the U.S. version of Europe’s legendary rail-travel expe- rience will have a second train. Like the existing deluxe streamliner, the American Orient Express II will have elegant lounge and dining cars, deluxe sleeping accommodations, a vista dome car, plus a new cabin category called the Deluxe Suite. The latter features two single beds that convert to comfortable seating during the day. The 100-passenger trains will roll on eight routes throughout North America that include the antebellum South, Pacific Coast, Northwest and Rocky Mountains, National Parks of the West, New England and Quebec, Canada for the fall colours, and the Southwest, with a trip be- tween Tucson and El Paso that takes passengers below the border and through Mexico’s Copper Canyon. Also offered are transcontinental journeys between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles, and Van- couver and Montreal. Rates depend on the itiner- ary and include meals and wines, as well as entrance fees for parks and muse- ums. For reservations or information, call 800-320- 4206, or visit their Web site at americanorientex- press.com. U.S. Orient Express is on the grow Take time to plan your route and make your journey to Florida’s beaches smooth and trouble-free. 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(905)426-0091 or (905)426-0092 A/P PAGE 22 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 1, 2002 Youth centre breaks into week of fun AJAX —Students may soon be taking a break from school, but that doesn’t mean they have to take a break from action-packed fun. The Youth Centre has a variety of activities scheduled for the March break and most are free. They are for teens ages 13 to 19 living in Ajax or Pickering. Youths hoping to land a sum- mer job will be interested in an employment workshop Monday, March 11 from 1 to 3 p.m. It will be facilitated by staff from YMCA Durham Employment Services and topics include how to write a resume, job hunting, developing strong interview skills and discovering career interests. It’s girls night out Tuesday, March 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. as par- ticipants enjoy a spa drop-in. Girls can learn how to make re- freshing and delicious fruit smoothies, and create natural lip gloss and relaxing aromatherapy bath salts. A chance to really get off the ground is in store for participants with an indoor rock climbing clinic Wednesday, March 13 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Ajax Communi- ty Centre. Those taking part will learn to rock climb safely and challenge themselves to new heights. To take part, anyone under 18 is required to register prior to the event and complete a parental waiver form, which is available at the centre. There’s an opportunity to learn a life-saving skill and beef up a resume at the same time on Fri- day, March 15. A heart saver ‘B’ CPR program is being offered from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and topics include the warning signs and risk factors for a heart attack or stroke, learning hands-on tech- niques for one-rescuer CPR for adults and children, airway ob- structions, and rescue breathing on an adult or child victim. The cost to take part is $10. Prior registration is required for all programs. Except for the rock climbing, all events are being held at The Youth Centre, 360 Bayly St. W. (between West- ney Road and Finley Avenue), Ajax. For more information or to register, call 905-428-1212. PICKERING —The Kidney Foundation of Canada is having a ‘kickoff to kidney month’ event Sat- urday, March 2. The event takes place at the Metro East Trade Centre, starting at 9:30 a.m. in the food court with fam- ily bingo. At 1 p.m. guests can par- ticipate in chili tasting, courtesy of Lone Star Restaurant in Pickering. In addition, the day will feature Sidney the Kidney, the foundation’s mascot, a colouring contest and a chance to win prizes. There will also be a chance for people to learn more about kidney disease from an information booth and affected people. During Kidney Awareness Month every March, vol- unteers across Canada go door-to- door to raise funds for the founda- tion. The money is used for research, education and awareness, and pro- viding special services to those liv- ing with kidney disease. This year, the organization hopes to raise $60,000 locally. For more information, call area co-ordinator Sally Verstege at 905- 666-1989. A month of kidney awareness kicks off Saturday Live Better | Spend Less | Every Day Whitby - Thickson Ridge Power Center (905) 728-3252 Markham - First Markham Place (905) 415-2706 Pickering - 1300 Kingston Road (905) 831-8506 Spend Less •100% Egyptian Cotton •Hand $3.99 •Face $1.99 $499 42 PI ECE FOODSAVER • Home Outfitters brand ROYAL VELVET PILLOWS • Slightly Irregular FASHION MATS • 24" x 40" Plus Get Free Rewards Faster with Canada’s Largest Kitchen Bed and Bath Superstore Look throughout our stores for great brand names at astonishingly low prices. SPEND LESS $1499 $999 SPEND LESS $999 SPEND LESS ANTI Q U ITY TOWE LS BATHTHE PATH TO PEACE March 3; “Cleaning the Closets” 9:00 a.m. Sundays Tel: 905-839-7271 Dunbarton Fairport Church Dunbarton Rd., West of Dixie Rd., Just north of Kingston Rd./Highway #2 Celebrate and Worship with Us You do not need Absolute Faith To Be Welcomed Absolutely! Series: 900 Champlain Ave., Oshawa 1-800-642-4561 (905) 723-5211 The Area’s ONLY Full Line LA-Z-BOY Dealer Located In The Rear Of 2002 MODELS NOW ON SALE! CLOCK GALLERY Proud Supporters of Tim Hortons Food Share: Thanks to you,over 19,500 items of food were donated in the Durham area through the Tim Hortons Food Share program and the Operation Scugog Food Bank and The Salvation Army’s of Bowmanville, Whitby, Ajax/Pickering and Oshawa. You’ve put big smiles on all kinds of faces across our community. NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, March 1, 2002 PAGE 23 A/P BY LESLEY BOVIE Staff Writer DURHAM ––When Bruce Langmaid and his sleddogs race this weekend, several young pups will be following him every step of the way. The local musher, who competes in the Can-Am Crown International Sled Dog Race in Fort Kent, Maine this Saturday (March 2), says he’s spent the last few months visiting class- rooms in Epsom, Port Perry and Ajax. After meeting his dogs, several students are interested in how his team will fare in this Saturday’s big 400-kilo- metre race, says Mr. Lang- maid. And now, thanks to technology, they can track his progress through the race’s Web site. Just call up www.sleddog- central.com and click on the page’s ‘race Web sites’ link. Click again on the ‘distance races’link and find ‘Can-Am Crown International Sled Dog Race’ among those list- ed. From there, students should be able to follow mushers from checkpoint to checkpoint. Through the Web site, they should be able to clock mushers’ speeds; see which checkpoints teams choose to rest at; and if mush- ers alter the line-up of their dogs along the way, says Mr. Langmaid. Saturday’s race will consist of 30 teams, and marks the fifth so far this sea- son for the local musher. With the lack of snowfall this winter, Mr. Langmaid has had to train outside of Scu- gog for part of the season, taking his dogs to Bancroft. “I think we’re going to have a good run,” he says. “The dogs look good and healthy.” Mr. Langmaid has no reservations about taking his animals to schools. He usual- ly brings an adult dog and a pup, his sled and a video to demonstrate the sport. “Sled dogs are probably the safest type of dogs be- cause they are so used to being around people,” he ex- plains. “There’s usually a large crowd at every race they go to.” Saturday’s race begins at 10 a.m. A/P PAGE 24 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 1, 2002 JASON LIEBREGTS/ News Advertiser photo High-tech donation AJAX –– The McLean Community Centre library branch has a brand new computer thanks to the local United Way. The computer will entertain chil- dren with games and educational software. Here, Ryan Noble and Tara Ganness take the new unit for a test drive. 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Monarchs get their hoops revenge with win over Spartans A year after losing to Dunbarton, St. Mary turns the tables DURHAM —St. Mary “got a lit- tle payback” this week in ending the season of the defending Durham high school senior boys’ basketball cham- pions. The St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Monarchs won their Lake On- tario Secondary Schools Athletics (LOSSA) semifinal clash Tuesday 58-54 over the Dunbarton High School Spartans, the team that defeat- ed the Monarchs in the LOSSA final last year. “I think we got a little payback last night, but I don’t think we thought about last year. The boys just wanted to win and go to OFFSA (Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associ- ations),” championships in Windsor March 6 to 8, said head coach Mike Gordensky. St. Mary played the Pickering High School Trojans last night in the LOSSA ‘AAAA’ final at Durham College in Oshawa, after the News Advertiser’s press deadline. The win- ner represents Durham at OFSAA. After a close first half of play against Dunbarton, the Monarchs broke into a 12-point lead at the end of the third quarter, only to have the Spartans narrow the lead to one point in the fourth. Some clutch shots in the late going and solid free-throw shoot- ing, however, enabled the Monarchs to hang on for the victory. David Ferdinand led the way for St. Mary with 19 points. Mike Filins- ki netted 16 for the Spartans. Meanwhile, the Trojans defeated the Pine Ridge Secondary School Pumas 87-59 in the other semifinal contest. No scoring details were available. The St. Mary-Pickering champi- onship matchup represented the fourth time this season the two clubs have hooked up, with the Trojans winning the first three, including a heartbreaking loss for the Monarchs in the final of their own tournament last month. GOLF MEMBERSHIP Need a 683-3210ANNANDALE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Full Golf MembershipMembership Incl. Tee Off TimesIncl. Tee Off Times $895 Plus G.S.T. 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Advance your position with leadership skills and management skills training - certificate program. The skills businesses are looking for. $162.40 per course. Call Colin McCarthy 905-721-3336. TEACHER REQUIRED for grade 6 & 7 class for Montessori School in Ajax. Starting September, out of Province certification welcome, experienced preferred, excellent english, must have solid knowledge of curriculum. Fax resumes to 905- 509-1959. WORK AT HOME Health Industry $1000 P/T - $5000 F/T per month. Training available. Call for free information BOOKLET. 416-631- 7156. or www.workathomevc.com SUDDENLY $500+/week. WORK FROM HOME. PT/FT Free info on line - full training. www.dream- power4u.com ACCESS TO A COMPUTER?Work from home on-line, $1500-$3500 PT/FT, log onto www.ezeglobalin- come.com or toll free 1-888-563- 3617 CASHIER - Full time including days, evenings, weekends in Pickering & Ajax Speciality Bulk Food Store. Potential promotion to Category Manager. 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Guaranteed hourly / commission, upgrading, Hiring bonus from $100 - $350. Store discount. Apprentices would be considered. Call Dee (905) 619- 8839. LIGHT INDUSTRIAL,long-term temp, Staff Plus will be interview- ing 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 6 at the Iroquois Sports Complex, 500 Victoria St. Whitby. LUBE TECHNICIAN PLUS ASSIS- TANT MANAGER -full +part time, hourly wage plus bonus. Experi- ence needed. Valid drivers license. Apply at Pennzoil, 195 Westney Rd. S. of 401 Ajax. (905) 427-6796 MAINTENANCE PERSON required for large livestock and cropping farm. Knowledge of electrical, welding and mechanical repairs required. Must be able to main- tain and service all types of farm equipment. Long term position for the right person. Housing available if required. Apply by fax to 905-797-2616. NEED WORK?We need to fill 10 positions! Need money? We need to fill 10 positions! Need lots of money? We need to fill 10 posi- tions!. Need an interview first? Call Sam for more info. at (905) 576- 4425 NEEDED: RESPONSIBLE person available to work 10 hours per week in the evenings. We will train the right candidate to help implement a behavioral therapy program with our 2 year old daughter in our home. Job references and criminal reference check required. Call Daria (905)426–4761 NO LAYOFFS!!!!First 100 people interviewed. Market- ing, public relations, customer service to management. Call Nicole 905-435-3478 ON CALL ECE needed for an established daycare. Send resumes to: The Children's Place, 320 Ritson Rd. S., Oshawa ON L1H 5J1 PLENTY OF WORK!!Call George 905-435-8131 PRIVATE FOSTER CARE AGENCY is seeking loving stable foster families training and supervision provided if interested call donna at 1-877- 250-5652 PUT YOUR PC TO WORK - $35-75/hr. P/T, F/T. Full train- ing provided. 1-800-350-9365 www.followurdreams.com RESIDENTIAL INSURANCE inspector, immediate. Experi- enced only. Oshawa, Durham Region. Fax Resume (905) 660-1995. SIX FIGURE INCOME plus for hardworking people. Energy sales. Call John 1-800-293- 0067. SKANNA SECURITY requires part-time evening security guards. No experience nec- essary, will train suitable can- didates. Please fax resume to 416-292-3296 ASAP SUNSHINE POOL &Fitness Centre looking for qualified aqua fit & arthritic instructors. Please call (905)985–6944 or drop off resume. THE THIRSTY MONK,Ajax now hiring full and part time experienced Line Cooks, Dishwashers, Servers and Bartenders. Apply in person, Tuesday, March 5th after 5 p.m. 85 Kingston Rd. E. TIRED OF EARNING mini- mum wage? Easy phone work. No selling. Fun environment. Full & part-time. Call (905)426–1322 EARN EXTRA CASH - Sunday Sun carriers wanted. Routes available in Claremont, Port Perry, Seagrave, Uxbridge, and Lindsay area. For info. please call Debbie at 1-877-232-9740. WHITBY FINANCIAL planning firm requires experienced assis- tant immediately Should have worked in money products ie: RSP, RIFF, LIRA, mutual funds, insurance. Fax resume to: (905) 428-9922. WOMENS FITNESS and spa is now hiring front desk, sales, per- sonal trainers. (905) 426–8552. or email: richard@bodycon- cepts.ca YOUTH WORKERS required for therapeutic group home for sexu- ally offending and confused ado- lescents. Part-time workers to assist within 4 residential pro- grams in the Durham Region, $11-$13/hour pending qualifica- tions. Full-time wages to start range from $25-$28,000 pending qualifications. Also overnight staff to start at $8.50/hour. Fax resume to 905-579-3093 Salon & Spa Help514 BUSY SALON REQUIRES hair- stylist & nail technician full-time and part-time. Clientele not required. Call 905-985-3684 ELEGANCE SALON SPA is seek- ing Estheticians and Hairstylists, full & part-time. Forward resume to 123 Athol St. Whitby, Attention: Beverly. TIME FOR YOU SKIN CARE is seeking a motivated full time reg- istered massage therapist with clientele an asset. Forward resume to: 103 Mary St. W. Whitby, ask for Rita 905- 430–4986. Skilled & Technical Help515 CABINET MAKERS required for millwork shop in Whitby. 5 yrs. experience required. Call 905- 438-0010. FRENCH SPEAKING PRE-SCHOOL ASSISTANT required. Starting Sept. approx. 7 hours per day, $9.00/hr. Pickering/ Ajax area. Call (905)426-5665 ext.101 or fax (905)509-1959. Fun Under the Sun JOB FAIR International Pool & Spa Centre Wed. March 6th 10am-6pm • Retail Staff/Cashiers • Sales Staff • General Labour 800 Taunton Rd. W. (Taunton/Thornton) For more information phone (905)434–7727 email: careers@interpools.com CUSTOMER SERVICE/ ORDER TAKERS required $21.00/hr average 24 positions available Full training provided Call Brian 905-435-1052 AZ DRIVER Steady runs, good wages, clean abstract and U.S. experience is a must. Call Joe at (905)579-5959 APPOINTMENT SETTERS REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY Days & Evenings Full & Part-time Earn up to $16/hr. No Selling Call for interview (905)426-1322 “TECS” - Training • Education • Careers • Schooling Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 1, 2002-PAGE 27 A/P Ajax Pickering News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon.-Fri 8:00-5 p.m. Closed Saturday Toronto Line: (416) 798-7259 24-Hour Fax: (905) 579-4218 Classified Online: Now when you advertise, your word ad also appears on the internet at http://www.durhamregion.com Email: classifieds@durhamregion.com Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser CLASSIFIEDS To Place Your Ad In Ajax or Pickering Call: 905-683-0707 E-Mail address: classifieds@durhamregion.com Web Site: www.durhamregion.com Our phone lines are open Mon. to Fri. until 8 p.m. Sat. 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Would you like an exciting career as a POLICE OFFICER Take the Police Foundations Training course with the only specialized College in Ontario exclusively dedicated to Police studies. Get the most effective and shortest possible training with the best instructors. 1-866-5-POLICE Celebrating our 20th successful year. Website: www.policefoundations-cbc.com Proud members of the Ont. Association of Chiefs of Police Police Foundations Department Of Diamond Institute Of Business NOW IN AJAX Corrections, Customs, Court Officers At Nokia, we are in the business of connecting people. As the world's largest supplier of mobile phones, we take great pride in providing our customers with the best products, and service that is second to none. Our ever evolving business has prompted the following needs. Service Technician The ideal candidate will possess a diploma in Electronics (technologist/technician), demonstrated PCB soldering skills, and a proven ability to troubleshoot at a component level. Previous RF experience with 2-3 years experience in the telecommunications field is preferred. An ability to show leadership along with strong communication and interpersonal skills and a drive for excellence round off your profile. Technical Assistant The ideal candidate will possess demonstrated PCB soldering skills, experience with surface mount technology, as well as a high school diploma. If you are an energetic person with strong drive for success, you will enjoy being part of the Nokia team. We offer a friendly work environment, excellent benefits, and a competitive pay structure. Please forward your resume in confidence to: NOKIA PRODUCTS LIMITED Attn: HR Department 601 Westney Road South Ajax, Ontario L1S 4N7 Fax: (905) 427-3285 Email: hr.ajax@nokia.com No phone calls please. We thank you for your interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. Lindsey Cooper introduces SHAMPOOin Courtice Opening March 1st. Our goal; the best in Durham! Busy location at1427 King East Seeking stylists/esthetician with clientele Minimum 2 years experience Call 905-720-0027 or Send resume to; 1300 King East Box 31114 Oshawa, ON L1H 8N9 510 General Help 510 General Help COME JOIN A WINNING TEAM OF GREAT HAIRSTYLISTS Hair Fitness Inc. offers above competitive wages, incentive programs, advanced training, paid vacation and much more! If you are an experienced hairstylist and looking for a friendly bright atmosphere give us a call (905) 683-0290, 1-800-618-9684 416-571-8367 Position available in Bowmanville, Oshawa & Ajax 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help CASCO PRODUCTS Akzo Nobel, based in the Netherlands, serves customers throughout the world with healthcare products, coatings, and chemicals. Consolidated sales for 2001 totaled USD 13 billion. The Company currently employs approximately 66,000 people in 80 countries. The 2001 annual report will be available in English on the Internet as of February 28. Financial results for the first quarter of 2002 will be published on April 23, 2002. Casco Products is a business unit within Akzo Nobel. We carry out industrial operations in the fields of impregnated papers, adhesives, expandable microspheres and calcium carbide. Our market is global. We have companies in most European countries, in North America, South America, and Asia. The turnover is USD 0.48 billion. The number of employees is 2,200. ELECTRICIAN Casco Impregnated Papers is the world’s leading manufacturer of resin impregnated surfacing materials for applications in the woodworking, furniture, flooring and automotive industries. We have an opening for an electrician at our facility in Cobourg, Ontario. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, this position involves shift work. The successful applicant will be a college graduate of a three- year electrical or electronics technology program with a valid construction and maintenance or industrial electrician’s licence. In addition, three to five years’ experience in a fast-paced and dynamic industrial environment with good working knowledge and trouble shooting skills on Allen Bradley PLCs, relay logic controls and AC/DC drives will be required. A licence to work on natural gas appliances and previous experience with pneumatic, hydraulic, steam and boiler systems will be an asset. If you have these qualifications, along with good communications skills and mechanical aptitude, we’d be interested in hearing from you. Candidates who wish to join an organization committed to quality and technology are invited to submit their resume in confidence to Human Resources, Casco Impregnated Papers Inc., 56 Willmott Street, Cobourg, Ontario K9A 4R5, fax (905) 372-3099 or e-mail human.resources@cob.cascoprod.com. For more information on Casco Products or Casco Impregnated Papers please visit our web sites at www.cascoprod.com or www.cascosurf.com. We thank all applicants for their response: however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Creating the right chemistry 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help PARTS COUNTER PERSON Whitby-Oshawa Honda requires a parts counter person with good people skills and a basic knowledge of the sales pro- cess. We offer an excellent pay package for achievers, with good benefits, train- ing, and a strong management support staff. Apply with resume and references to:1110 Dundas St. E. Whitby or fax 905-666-4571 COOK'S POSITION AVAILABLE Busy Child Care Centre is seeking an energetic individual to prepare tasty meals and snacks. This person must not only enjoy baking and cooking but must have a love for children. The cook is responsible for ordering sup- plies and to effectively monitor a weekly food budget. Hours: 8:00 am-1:00 pm. Mon.-Fri. To start immediately call: 905-839-2868 Fax: 905-839-3719 EMBROIDERY Embroidery machine operators required. Must have a least 2 years exp., on multi head embroidery machine, Please fax resume to: "The Personal Touch Embroidery" Ajax, Ont., 905-683-1803: Attention Wilma ESTIMATOR/PROJECT MANAGER Required for a general contracting firm based in Pickering. A hard working team player with good interpersonal skills, able to tender to sub trades and negotiate contracts in the ICI sec- tor. 10+ years' experience preferred. Salary with benefits commensurate with experience. Send resume by fax (905) 686-4804 Kia of Pickering requires SALES PEOPLE The ideal candidate will possess: • Previous sales experience • A positive attitude • Great people skills • Be a team player WE OFFER: • A great working environment • Compensation package & benefits Fax resume in confidence to: 905-421-9292 Att: Sales Manager NATIONAL MARKETING COMPANY seeks hands on PROGRAM MANAGER to oversee national sampling and event programs for fortune 500 clients. Exceptional organizational multi tasking, computer skills, plus client service ability. One year related exp. required. Fax: 905-619-2944 or email: soreilly@consumer-concepts.com 505 Careers A RAPIDLY GROWING FIRM in the Durham Region is seeking a full-time CAD Tech- nician/Junior Application De- signer. A C.E.T. or CTech De- gree (or equivalent) in addi- tion to a strong background in AutoCAD is required. Com- petitive wages and benefits. Please email a detailed re- sume to: xltmanufactur- ing@sympatico.ca AZ DRIVER REQUIRED,LTL Drivers Wanted for US East- ern and southern states. Pays pick up, delivery and mileage. US Medical and disability. Ex- cellent equipment available. Serious drivers with good records only please. Bow- manville Location. Fax re- sume (905)697-1807 or call (905)697–1403 DO YOU HAVE a current AZ licence? Then we are looking for you. We offer great rates and great runs. Short and long hauls to the US. Please fax your current resume to Utility International Inc. at 905-686-3609 or email to: pirjo@utility-transport.com LARGE Architectural Millwork company seeks "CABINET MAKER" in Durham Region area. Fully experienced please. Please fax resume to: 905-433-1463. OWNER OPERATOR wanted to run Southern States, and New England States. All LTL paid percentage. Must have clean abstract. and provide criminal record, must have late model truck call Execu- tive Transportation Group Inc. for information 905-697–1403. SECOND & THIRD YEAR Ap- prentices Wire EDM operator, CNC operator/programmer, with tool & dye experience only. Junior Tool Designer with CADkey experience. Fax resume to (905)642–6168 DENTAL HYGIENISTS, Assis- tants & experienced dental receptionists required for staffing needs for offices in the Toronto & Durham areas. Please leave your name, number and job title at voicemail (905)404–2511 Office Help525 ACCOUNTING CLERK required for 1 year maternity leave, 3-5 days per week. Must have 3-5 years experience in payroll, payables, receivables, govern- ment remittances, must be able to work unsupervised. Small office in Ajax. Fax resume to (905)686- 2156. BILINGUAL OFFICE Administrator required for sign company in Ajax. Must be neat, professional, computer literate with typing and telephone skills. Fax resumes attn. Phil 905-428- 1790 EXPERIENCED LEGAL SECRE- TARY required for sole practition- er with general practice, empha- sis on family law and real estate. Please fax resume to (905) 430- 8373 EXPERIENCED REAL ESTATE Legal Secretary - Minimum 5 years experience in Real Es- tate for Whitby law firm. Fax resume to (905) 668-7037. MARKETING REPRESENTATIVE required for Medical Assessment firm in Whitby. Part to full time hours. Previous experience required. Excellent remuneration. Fax Resume (905) 404-9449. Sales Help & Agents530 AJAX - DIGITAL PRINT and copy shop looking for full time experi- enced sales person. Please fax your resume to (905) 619-1296. FLOOR COVERING store requires a full-time Sales Associate. Precious experience in floor cov- ering or decorating industry is an asset. Must be available to work evenings & weekends. Fax resume to 905-728-4603. INTERNET COMPANY several positions available for sales & development/tech support. Det- ails available online @ www.nexu- sisp.com\jobs. Please email resumes to employment@nexu- sisp.com No phone calls please. SALES OPPORTUNITY local busi- ness is expanding. Require an excellent communicator to work closely with new and existing clients. Fax resumes between 9-5 to 905-665-9785 SALES PERSON required for East Scarborough and Durham Region. Ideal for retired person with contacts in area. Call Brent (905)427-8612 btwn 9am- 3pm weekdays. SALES REPRESENTATIVE, Durham. Ideal candidate has excellent presentation +commu- nications skills; motivated, self- starter, high energy +activity lev- els. Responsibilities: reaching annual goals, generating cold calls, managing database. Base- salary +commission potential $50,000+/yr. Email resume, Word format susan@referlinx.com or fax: 905-426-3526, Attn: Susan Hospital/Medical/ Dental535 DENTAL ASSISTANT full time, evenings and Saturdays a must. Whitby. Fax resume to 905-576- 8392. DENTAL ASSISTANT required for modern office. Call (905)420–6226 DENTAL ASSISTANT required full- time for Pickering office. Must be HARP certified. Open Mall hours, must be flexible. Fax resumes to Christine at (905)837-0468. DENTAL RECEPTIONIST for busy, cheerful East Markham office. Some dental experience required. Part time. Computer skills required. Fax short resume to: (905) 294-5324. ENTHUSIASTIC, ENERGETIC, individual for dental receptionist position in Ajax orthodontic office. Computer skills a must. Please deliver resume personally to: 95 Bayly Street, West, Suite 302, Ajax. DENTAL RECEPTIONIST required, full-time, some evenings and Saturdays. 2 or more years dental computer experience necessary. Mail resume to: Dr. Stephen Murray, 1300 King St. E. Oshawa. L1H 8J4 or fax to: (905)436-3480. MEDICAL SECRETARY/Office Manager required for specialists office -Oshawa. Full time. Rece- ption, OHIP billing, dicta typing preferred. Reply to File #785 Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, Ontario. L1H 7L5. FULL TIME DENTAL receptionist /assistant and part time hygienist required for Pickering Office. Evenings & Saturdays a must. Experience preferred. Fax resume to 905-683-8494 Attention: Rhonda PART TIME Dental Assistant required. HARP certified, fax resume to (905) 655-7738 or call Robbyn at (905) 655-7733. PDA FOR BUSY Oshawa practice, motivated, self-starter, experi- ence preferred. Abel computer knowledge an asset. Please fax resume to Mary 905-434-8520 PROGRAM MANAGER required by Versa-Care Centre Uxbridge. Cand- idate will posses university degree in recreation, gerontology, kinesiology or community college recreation diploma; experience in geriatrics or long-term care; excellent communi- cation skills; effective team leader; computer literacy in Microsoft Word and Excel is a necessity. Forward resume to Sharon Dickinson, 150 Reach Street, Uxbridge, ON, L9P 1L3 fax 905-852-0117 or e-mail sharondickinson@cplcanada.com RN or RPN with injection experience needed part-time in family practice office. Monday-Friday 1pm-6pm. Venipuncture skills preferred. Send resumes to: Rossland Medical Ce- ntre, 701 Rossland Rd. E., Whitby. VERSA-CARE CENTRE Uxbridge invites applicants for permanent part-time RNs. Previous LTC exper- ience an asset. Fax or mail resume to Elizabeth Batt, DOC, 130 Reach St. Uxbridge, ON L9P 1L3, 905- 852-0117. Domestic Help Available555 EXPERIENCED cleaning lady avail- able, quality service at excellent rates. Call Julie at (416) 879-7033. (Cell) Houses For Sale100 PICKERING WEST, backs to Rouge, newer link with sepa-rate entrance to basement apt, 3+2 bedroom, 4 baths, 2 kitchens, $239,000. Call 905-509–4250. OPEN HOUSE March 2+3, 1-4pm, 88 Large Cres., North Ajax. Must be seen!! Detached all brick 3- bedroom, double garage, main- floor family room w/fireplace, large master bedroom w/3pc ensuite. $228,500. 905-686- 5808. Visit www.clik.to/housefor- sale for details & pictures 3,000 SQ. FT.of finished space for only $259,900. Don't miss this one! 2747 Bellwood Drive, Newcastle. Open House Sat. and Sun. 10 -5. Details and pictures at www.HomeSellCanada.com (code:2614) or call (905) 987- 4421 OPEN HOUSE March 9 - 10, 1 - 4 p.m. 794 Gentry Cres. Oshawa. 3 bedroom semi de- tached home in NE Oshawa. Garage, double driveway, decorated, finished basement, ceramics, hardwood floors, a/ c. $147,000. (905) 404–8508 BOWMANVILLE - 3 bedroom townhouse, 1 1/2 baths, finished basement, forced air and gas, 5 appliances, $99,500. 72 Martin Rd. #9. Call (905) 697–9289 for appointment or information. No agents. WHITBY'S #1 LOCATION the best in education facilities, 4-bedroom 2 story complete with all upgrades, professionally land- scaped & decorated, full finished basement with office, 3600 sq.ft $319,000. (905)576–9933. Open Houses102 OPEN HOUSE -Testa Heights Apts, March 9 & 10. 12pm - 4pm. Adult lifestyle building, newly ren- ovated. 2 Testa Rd., Uxbridge. Townhouses For Sale105 3 BEDROOM condo on Pick- ering parkway, main floor unit with washer/dryer, utilities ex- tra. Available immediately. Call 905-985–9879. FABULOUS END UNIT $182,900. in very small upscale complex. Steps from Pickering Town Centre, all amenities, 401 and bus/Go! C/air, high-efficiency gas furnace, fresh "Ralph Lauren: paint, 5 appliances, parking for 2 vehicles (plus garage). Very quiet, private patio! 1635 Pickering Parkway #8. Please call for appt. 905-428-0580. Houses Wanted130 SOLD OUT!Homes wanted for clients waiting. Get top prices, low interest rates. FREE Evaluation. Ron Barsi, Assoc. Broker, Sutton Group Status Realty Inc. (905)436–0990 Lots & Acreages135 ATTENTION:Builders & Developers - For sale in Peterborough area, located in centre of developed sub- division, 15 residential lots in cul- de-sac. Serious inquiries only 705- 742-9963, leave message. Investment/ Bus. Property140 21 SUITES Apartment building, all brick, N.Oshawa on huge 214ft. lot. Gas heat, separate meters, many upgrades. Exclus-ive R. Barsi, Assoc. Broker, (905) 436–0990 Sutton Status Realty. Indust./ Comm. Space145 2,000 SQ. FT. retail/ industrial Space for rent, office front, 12 ft. x 14 ft. drive-in overhead door, 25 ft. ceiling height, close to 401 (2 exits), Wentworth St. E., area. Call days (905) 433-4161, evenings (905) 579-5909. No Auto Body or Auto Repair. HEATED SHOP FOR RENT w/secur- ity system, near 401,2-10'insulated overhead doors, with loft, 12'x52' indoor cold storage & 30'x60' fen- ced-in compound, available imme- diately. Please call 905-987-1445 Office & Business space150 FREE - ONE MONTH.Desirable Rossland/Simcoe Oshawa location. 400 sq. ft. furnished office space. $350/month plus GST. Won't last! Call Steve 905-576-6999. PORT PERRY - executive office space. Shared reception, board- room, kitchen facilities, internet access; furnishing optional; securi- ty, administrative/bookkeeping support. Starting from $400/month. Call 416-991-8618 Business Opportunities160 CAFETERIA TYPE, WHITBY- Profitable, Established. $169k. Half down. Alec Leung, C21, Leading Edge Rlty. (416) 505–7328 EXCELLENT ASSOCIATE Partnership opportunity with an established private practice -Social Worker or Family Counselling or Psychologist. Prime Whitby loca- tion. Phone 905-665-9652. Apts. & Flats For Rent170 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT. Liverpool/Finch. Large bedroom, livingroom, kitchen, 3pc. bath, laundry, c/air, parking, separate entrance, Near 401/Go. Clean/quiet. March 1st. $800/month inclusive. Non-smokers, no pets. (905)839–9032 1-BEDROOM NEAR Oshawa Centre, small quiet building, newly renovat- ed, all inclusive. No pets, no smok- ing, references. First/last. $775 monthly. Call (905)433–2484 2 BEDROOM APT w/balcony in very clean, quiet, well maintained build- ing, available March/April lst. Call (905) 721-0831, (905) 728–2969 WHITBY GARDENS - 900 Dundas St. E., One and two bedroom apartments available in clean, quiet building. Utilities included. Laundry facilities and parking available. Call (905)430-5420. AJAX, 2 bedroom basement apart- ment. Bright, spacious. Close to schools, shopping. 4-appliances. 2- car parking. Non-smoking/pets. $800+ 1/2 utilities. Call Mike week- days 905-427-4077 ext 24, evenings/weekends 416-258-7742. BACHELOR BASEMENT apart- ment, separate entrance, parking, utilities included. Non-smoker, no pets. Courtice area. Available immediately. $560/month, first/last required. Call (905)728–8979 after 4:30pm. BASEMENT APT. Westney/Rossland, spacious 1 bedroom, separate entrance, parking, avail. immediately, $650 +1/3 utilities. Shared laundry. No smoking/pets. Call 905-428-9695 CENTRAL OSHAWA, 3-bedroom $925, March 15th. 1-bedroom March 1st $750. April 1st - 2 bed- room $850; 3 bedroom $950. In well-maintained building, close to all amenities. Please call (905)723-0977 9a.m-6p.m. AJAX - LARGE SPACIOUS one bedroom basement apt. Separate entrance, includes laundry fac, hydro. Aailable April 1st. No smoking/no pets. Pickering Beach/Bayly, $675 per month 905-668–7689 LIVERPOOL AND HWY 2, Pick- ering - 3 bedroom townhouse, 4 appliances, garage, $1,150 plus. Phone(416)407–9305 N.E. OSHAWA,basement-bache- lor, with jacuzzi bath, washer, dryer, fridge, stove. Separate entrance, parking, on bus route. $650 inclusive. Available April 1st. (905)428–3149 NEW BASEMENT apartment, Taunton/Fallingbrook, separate entrance, parking, laundry facili- ties. 1 bedroom and 1 full bath- room, no smoking, no pets. First/last, references required. working person preferred. (905)430–7063 ONE & TWO BEDROOM apts. for rent. One bedroom March 1st; Two bedroom April 1st and May 1st. Conveniently lo- cated in Uxbridge in adult oc- cupied building. Appt. to view call 905-852-2534. ONE & TWO BEDROOM apartments, in most beautiful adult lifestyle building. Avail. immediately. Stevenson & Rossland, Oshawa. Call (905)579-3700 or (905)723– 1009 2 NEWLY BUILT 2-BDRM APTS located downtown Oshawa. $790 + utilities per month. Call Anna 905-728– 2258 ONE BEDROOM APT.located at 782 Ritson Rd. S., $500 & heat/hydro, 1st & last, Avail. now, no smoking, no pets, references. Call 905-263- 8449, 905-579–9008, 905- 723-3345. OSHAWA 1-bdrm second floor apt. Separate entrance. Avail. immediately. $650 in- clusive. First/last. No smok- ing. Call (905)404–8646 or email: pinkcars@hotmail.com OSHAWA - 2 BEDROOM apt. washer/dryer each floor. Very quiet, exclusive, adult pre- ferred building. No pets. 905- 579-9016 OSHAWA - Park and Adelaide, one bedroom basement apt. Parking and utilities included $575/month. First and last. Available April 1st. Call 905- 571-1537 or 905-432-1521. OSHAWA BASEMENT Bachelor apartment, newly renovated, Adelaide/Gibbons, parking, laundry, air condi- tioned, single female pre- ferred. Available March 15th. $650/month. First/last. Laura (905)404-1613, Margaret (905)725–8829, afternoons, evenings. OSHAWA King/Wilson Quiet building near shopping, trans- portation. Utilities and parking included. 3-bdrm March lst. $975., 2-bdrm May 1st $869. Telephone (905)571-4912 until 6:30 p.m. OSHAWA, 1-BEDROOM main floor apartment, centrally lo- cated, available March 1st. $825 all inclusive. No smokers, no pets. First/last. Please call Aurelia at (905)728-1069 ext. 201. OSHAWA, Simcoe S of Bloor. House, main floor, 3 bedroom apartment. Avail. March 31st. utilities included $1195/mo. First/last. Call 905-433-4088 Near all amenities. SOUTH SIMCOE - 2 bedroom apt. with deck. Large & spa- cious living and diningroom. Available March 1st. No dogs. 1st & last. Call 905-666-4670. OSHAWA, beautiful one bed- room in renovated triplex, suitable for one working per- son, heat, parking, storage, laundry, yard. $690. Available April. Call (416) 322–7030 PICKERING- LIVERPOOL RD, near GO, large 2 bedroom basement. Full kitchen and bathroom. Own laundry and entrance. No pets. $900/ month inclusive. Call 416- 494-3765. PICKERING,1-large fur- nished room in new home. Balcony overlooking French- man's Bay. $625 inclusive. Avail. immediately. Single person preferred. First, last, references. 905-420–4875 PICKERING - Bachelor base- ment. Suit female. Very clean, newly renovated, 4pc bathroom, large eat-in kitchen, separate entrance, parking, cable, utilities incl. 650/month, first & last. (905) 839–9271 PICKERING BRIGHT walkout basement 2-bedroom apart- ment stove, parking, fridge, carpeted, separate entrance. All utilities +cable. Walk to GO bus. $750/month. Full-time employed person preferred. No pets/smok- ing. 905-428-1652 after 6pm PICKERING Fantastic 1-bedroom basement apartment in Altona area. Private entrance, private parking, security system, appli- ances included. Avail. April 1st. Call Don or Angela 905-509-3043 PICKERING, NEW LARGE,bright beautiful 1-bedroom walkout basement apartment, private entrance, no smokers, no pets. First/last. Available March 1st. References, utilities included. Call (905)839–2774 Your Own Business Working with Children!! Are you hard-working, sporty and enthusiastic? Earn $2000 - $3000 per month teaching sports skills to chil- dren only 12 to 15 hours a week.No previous experience necessary.Join an exciting organization with more than 200 teaching centres world- wide.Exceptional training and support provided. If you are 25 years or older, have your own transport and are ready to run your own business with drive and pas- sion, send your details and resume to: Larry Green at Playball Fax: (905) 508-9259 or Email: playball@idirect.com ❢DurhamArea ❢ Home Sellers Find out what the home down the street sold for! Free computerized list of area home sales and current listings. Free recorded message 1-877-551-0177 ID#1041 Sutton Group Omega Realty Inc. NEW HOMES SALES Excellent opportunity for exp. New Home Sales Person. Fax resume to 416-650-1232 A/P PAGE 28-NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 1, 2002 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamregion.com C & C Motor Sales Ltd. Sales Professionals Located in West Whitby Subaru & Suzuki dealership over 25 yrs. in business. Great customer base. Requires an experienced salesperson. Salary plus commission and demo plan. Fax resume attn:John Lawlor 905-430-7472 530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents is seeking EXPERIENCED AUTOMOTIVE SALES PROFESSIONALS to join our expanding sales operations.We offer an excellent commission and bonus package as well as a company demo. Please fax resume to: 905-576-6078 Att: Mike Harper Myron has been in the business of helping our clients grow their business for over 51 years. Myron Canada is the two-time winner of the Consumers Choice Gold Award and Scarborough Business Excellence Award. Our Parent Company, which is located in New Jersey, has received the Employer of Choice recognition. As we continue to grow, we are seeking motivated Inside Sales Representatives to join our winning team. The challenge: involves outbound sales to our existing corporate client base and on-going account development. To succeed in this job: you need to be very familiar with the U.S. and its business environment. You must have outbound or retail sales experience and high school graduation or equivalent. You should be able to work in a fast paced environment and you must have excellent English verbal and written communication skills. Accurate keyboarding and computer literacy is also required. The hours of work are Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm or Sunday to Thursday, 5 pm to 1 am. Compensation: guaranteed rate of $12.00 consisting of base plus commission. There is no ceiling on commissions. We offer on going sales incentives and bonuses. Typically, the average performer earns between $33,000 to $35,000 in the first year. Benefits: we offer a comprehensive benefits package plus paid training. This office boasts a corporate fitness center and is truly an exceptional office experience. We are located in Northeast Scarborough and are accessible by TTC. Qualified candidates are encouraged to fax or e-mail your resume to: Human Resources Fax: (416) 291-8786 or E-mail: hrcda@myron.com Myron thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted. INSIDE SALES REPRESENTATIVES Community RNs & RPNs (Durham Region) We offer self-scheduling, and an attractive compensation and pension package. You’ll have access to 24-hour clinical and managerial support, plus you’ll have excellent opportunities for continuing education. If you would like to experience all the rewards that come from working for a leader in community health care, forward your résumé to: Service Delivery Centre Manager, Saint Elizabeth Health Care, 420 Green Street, Suite 202, Whitby, Ontario L1N 8R1. Fax: (905) 430-2921. E-mail: hresources@saintelizabeth.com comfortsThe A home care career grants independence – to your clients and to you. As a Saint Elizabeth home care provider, you will help people live on their own, with dignity. And with the unique flexibility of our self- scheduling program, you’ll be helping yourself too by creating a healthy balance in your life. As the population ages and the health care system changes, there is an increasing demand for home care. Working with Saint Elizabeth is your chance to be part of that growing trend. saintelizabethcomwww home carecareerof a 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental Sassy's Ristorante Full Time/Part Time Now accepting resumes for Kitchen staff & Service Staff. Applicants should be able to work in a fast paced environment. Strong interpersonal skills essential. • Competitive wages • Full benefits Resumes should be submitted in person between the hours of 2-5 Mon. - Thurs. Att: Kitchen Manager No phone calls please. 3050 Garden St. N. Whitby, Ont. 540 Hotel/Restaurant 540 Hotel/Restaurant A MUST SEE - $213,900 STUNNING BUNGALOW IN SOUTH PICKERING Sep. entrance to finished basement, minutes to GO, prime shopping, 401. Updated - 2 kitchens, 2 bathrooms, appliances. MLS #RR6685 Phone: 416-358-3235 OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, MARCH 3RD, 2-4 PM 806 Bem Avenue (Krosno/Modlin) 100 Houses For Sale 100 Houses For Sale FOR SALEFABULOUS END UNIT - $182,900 in very small upscale complex. Steps from Pickering Town Centre, all amenities, 401 and bus/Go! C/air, high- efficiency gas furnace, fresh “Ralph Lauren” paint, 5 appliances, parking for 2 vehicles (plus garage). Very quiet, private patio! 1635 Pickering Parkway #8. Please call for appt.905-428-0580 105 Townhouses For Sale 105 Townhouses For Sale THE GOURMET CUP® Franchise Opportunity Northumberland Mall • Specialty Coffee, Tea, etc. • Great location & return • Turnkey Operation • 26+ year national chain • Full training & support Please call 1-800-663-4213 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. (PST) weekdays 161 Franchises 161 Franchises 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help 525 Office Help 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 100 Houses For Sale 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent RUSSETT AVE.,N. off Simcoe 2- bdrm. apt., good location, well maintained 12-plex. Nice neigh- bourhood; Close to shopping, bus. $850. heating Cable/parking included, newly decorated, laun- dry facilities. No dogs. 905- 576–2982 10am-9pm OSHAWA - Quiet building near shopping, transportation. Utilities included. Simcoe/Mill 1 + 2 Bed- rooms March, April & May from $729+$829/mo. 905-436-7686 until 7:30pm SPACIOUS, BRIGHT,clean, one bedroom, living room, 2nd floor apartment. Separate entrance. Close to all amenities. $600/all inclusive. Available April 1st. Mary/Elgin St., Oshawa. (416)- 818-8797 SPACIOUS well-maintained 2 & 3 bedroom apts. Avail. at 900 and 888 Glen St. Some with walk-in closets, paint provided. Close to schools, shopping centre, GO Station. Utilities included. Call (905)728-4993. TWO BEDROOM spacious basement apt. Pickering, Bayly/ Westshore, near Bus and Go. parking. No pets/no smoking. $875 all inclusive. Available April 1st. 905-421–9919 TYRONE VILLAGE,North of Bowmanville, spacious 2 bed- room apartment in historical 4 plex, main floor, parking and laun- dry facilities, $675 plus hydro. (905) 576–3830 WHITBY - one bedroom $730. Available April lst. Office hours 9- 5pm Monday-Friday & 6pm-8pm Monday - Thursday (905)665–7543. WHITBY - large apt , 1-bdrm, gas f/p, eat-in kitchen, private entrance, parking, $850 inclusive. Avail any- time. No smoking/pets. First, last, references. Call (905)666–7529 WHITBY 3-BEDROOM main floor of house, 4 pc. bath, livingroom, din- ingroom, large kitchen, shared laundry, $1200 mo. plus 2/3 utili- ties, no pets, no-smoking, first, last references required. Available March 1st. Call for appt. 905- 655–9624. WHITES/FINCH,One bedroom large basement, laundry, kitchen, sep. entrance, no smoking/pets. Near 401. Available April 1st. $800/month. 905-831–0372 WHY rent when you can own your own home for less than you think?!! Call Dave Haylock Sales Rep. Re/Max Summit Realty (1991) Ltd. (905) 668-3800 or (905) 666-3211. Houses For Rent185 * A RENT ALTERNATIVE ! ! !If you are currently paying between $900-$1400 a month, I can help you own. Michele Detering Re/Max Rouge River 905-668-1800 3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW near Philip Murray. Two-4 pc. baths, fin- ished basement, recently renovat- ed, private yard, no smoking/pets. $1175/mo. + utilities. Avail. April 1st First, last, references. 905-987- 4873 AN UNBEATABLE DEAL!From $500. down, own your own home starting at $69,900 carries for less than rent. OAC. 24 hrs free record- ed message 905-728-1069 ext 277. Coldwell Banker RMR Real Estate. Aurelia Rasanu. A-A-A-A- MANY HOUSES/TOWN- HOUSES for rent in Pickering, Whitby, Ajax, Oshawa, Bowm- anville and surrounding areas. Rent from $1,100 to $5,000 per month plus utilities. BRAND NEW 3200 sq.ft. all brick home, 4-bedrooms, appliances, hardwood floors, dou- ble car garage, $2700 plus utilities/ Available March 1st. Call Garry Bolen, Sutton Group Status at 905- 436-0990 (MUST ASK for Jan Van Driel for info and scheduling). AJAX BEAUTIFUL 3 bedroom main- floor, semi bungalow, air condition- ing, quiet crescent, laundry, park- ing, no pets, non smoking, first/last, references $975 plus, avail. April lst. 905-686–8104 GOODWOOD - Spacious 2/3 bdrm upper level, appliances, 2 bath- rooms, private entrance, large yard, no smoking, no pets, references required. First/last. $1,400 inclu- sive. 905-640-2985 OSHAWA 3-BEDROOM semi, main and upper floors, fridge, stove, hardwood floors, walkout to fenced yard & deck, close to OC. $1000/month plus utilities. Call (905)213-9035. TOWNLINE AND BLOOR - new 1430 sq. ft. townhouse, 6 appli- ances, eat in kitchen, fireplace, garage, $1250+ utilities. Available from March 1st. 905-619-2495 leave message. 3-BEDROOM TOWNHOME, freshly painted & renovated, 2 appliances, backyard, garage, 1975 Memory Lane, Finch/ Liverpool area. $1160+ utili- ties. Avail. April 1st. Call (416)724-0404. NEWLY RENOVATED 2 + 1 bedroom townhouse in Osha- wa, 4 appliances, parking. First & last. Avail. immediate- ly. No pets. $1150/mo. inclu- sive. Call Ross 1-416-418- 8471 OSHAWA, BEAUTIFUL 3-bed- room townhouse, finished top to bottom, garage. Available immediately. $1150/month plus utilities. No pets. Please call Aurelia (905)728-1069 ext. 201. Rooms For Rent & Wanted192 WHITBY, ROSSLAND and Bassett, Spotlessly clean fur- nished bedroom, central air, bus at door. Cable. Non- smoking, suitable for quiet person. Close to amenities. $400/month first/last (905)- 665–8504. 1-BEDROOM Westney Heights-Ajax. Everything in- cluded. parking, access to backyard, share kitchen, liv- ingroom, family room, etc. Phone access. Non-smoker preferred. Immediate. First/ last. $425. Near 401/Go. (905)426-6674 2 FURNISHED rooms $100 & $75/week. N.E. Oshawa, nice private home, parking, cable, laundry. Suitable for working person. Call Rita (905)427- 0077 or evenings (905)579– 9499. WEST PICKERING, furnished room in clean quiet home, prefer employed non-smoker. Share separate kitchen, bath- rooms. Parking, references, first/last. Call (905)509–2459 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Furnished room in Pickering, cable, kitchen facilities, near Pickering Generating Station, PTC/GO. $180 bi-weekly. (905)420–4318. 5 PC.Private Bath + large fur- nished bedroom in North Ajax home. Share modern kitchen/ laundry; CablePlus, parking, no pets, prefer non smoker, $525 lst / last (905) 683–3864 Available immediately. TAUNTON/SIMCOE 1 room for rent. $400. First & last, share with 1 other kitchen, living- room, bathroom, laundry, ca- ble, sep. entrance. Avail. im- mediately. No pets. 905-576- 8670. FURNISHED ROOMS for rent. $450 & up, with cable, park- ing, share facilities. Thickson/ Dundas, Whitby. 905-728- 8938. Motor Homes211 1998 38FT MONACO DYNAS- TY, 325hp, diesel pusher w/ kitchen slide, 25,000 miles, like new, loaded. 1991 DUTCHMAN FIFTH WHEEL, 26ft, sharp unit, $11,500. 2001 GULFSTREAM C- body, 23ft, w/slide. Brand new, loaded. $79,000 going for $65,800. Call (905)885–6939 Snowmobiles233 1996 SKI-DOO FORMULA 111 600 with or without trailer. Good condition. (905)728–6580 Hobbies & Crafts237 FOLK ART classes available, all levels, beginners our speciality, one stroke beginners seminars also available. Shift workers accommodated. Call (905) 576- 3947 for information. Tutoring Service279 Bargain Centre309 END LAMPS - 2 plus swag, btrd brass, cost $350 sell for $125; vacuum industrial, wet & dry $125. Call 905-428–3563 FREE - table, benches, mi- crowave stand, and hood range. Call 905-837–0208 DANBY 5 CU. FT.Chest Freezers, new scratch and dent $199, new danby bar fridges, $139 and up. Also variety of new appliances, scratch and dent. Full manufac- turers warranty. Reconditioned fridges $195/up, reconditioned ranges $125/up, reconditioned dryers $125/up, reconditioned washers $199/up, new and reconditioned coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New brand name fridges $480 and up, new 30" ranges with clock and window $430. Reconditioned 24" ranges and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and recon- ditioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa. (905)576–7448. 13 PCE. DINING ROOM SET Pickled oak finish, hutch buffet +table, 2 captains & 8 side chairs w/upholstered seats +backs in green. Asking $3000. Call 905- 261-1433 (local) 17 CUBIC FT Beaumark Fridge and Full Size Admiral Range - Both Almond Color $250 For Both 905-831-3054 Evenings 2 TANNING BEDS - commercial, in excellent condition, $2500/pair. Call 905-725-0314 30" white Moffat range with self- cleaning oven and Inglis built-in dishwasher, $100 each firm. Call 905-623-7142. PIANO SALE- Great prices on all Roland digital, Samick acoustic pianos and used pianos. All Howard Miller clocks. Large selection of used pianos (Yamaha, Kawai, Heintzmann etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental payments apply. Call TELEP PIANO (905) 433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES HANK'S APPLIANCES. Matching fridge/stove, good condition $249; Washers reg/extra-cap $149/up. Dryers extra/reg $125/up. Selection apt.-size washers/dryers. Selection fridges $150/up. Side-by-sides $299. White/almond stoves, full/apt- size $150/up. Portable dishwash- ers $225/up. Visit our show- room. Parts/sales/service. 426 Sim-coe St.S. Mon-Fri 8-6pm, Sat 9-5pm, Sun 11-4pm. (905)728-4043. ANTIQUE MAPLE Hoosier cup- board $850; Settlement House navy plaid sofa, chair +footstool $950; Settlement House Colonial oval braided rug 10'x13', new $1495, asking $750. 905-623- 3293 APPLIANCES:refrigerator 2-door frost free, deluxe stove, matching heavy duty washer/dryer $675/all- will sell separate. Also washer used 2 years $250 + Dryer $225, 8 mo old dishwasher $275. all top condition. (905) 767-6598 BEDROOM SET, 8pce cherry- wood. Bed, chest, tri-dresser, mirror, night stands, dovetail con- struction. Never opened. In boxes. Cost $9000, Sacrifice $3500. 416-748-3993 CARPETS SALE & HARDWOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $339. (30 sq. yd.) Includes: car- pet, premium pad and installa- tion. Free estimates, carpet repairs. Serving Durham and sur- rounding area. Credit Cards Accepted Call Sam 905-686- 1772. CARPETS! CARPETS!CARPETS! 3 rooms carpeted with pad and installation $299 (32 yds.). SPE- CIAL BUY - 24oz. Berber, 10 colours, $7.50/yd. 32oz Berber, 12 colours, $8.50/yd. 45oz Nylon Saxony, 30 colours, $13.50/yd. NO HIDDEN COSTS. Free shopt at Home Service. Guaranteed Best Prices. SAILLIAN CARPETS, 905- 373-2260. COMPUTER - PentiumII 266 - 64MB Ram, 4 GBHDD, 56K modem, CD Rom, floppy, key- board, speakers/mouse, 17" SVGA monitor, good quality, $350. Can deliver and set up. 905-439–4789 ComputerDeals.Net P-4 tower of power with CD-burner $888. Pentium internet starter $249. Laptops, big selection from $399. New ultrafast 2-way satellite internet, available anywhere. We love doing upgrades & difficult repairs. (905)655–3661 COMPUTER LAPTOPS for sale. IBM Thinkpad laptop 366 MHz $800. IBM PII 266 computer $250. PII 350 $350. More com- puters available. Call Al (416)569- 7104. DININGROOM 14 PCE cherry- wood. 92" double pedestal. 8 Chippendale chairs. Buffet, hutch, server, dovetail construction. Still in boxes. Cost $14,000. Sacrifice $5000. (416)746-0995. DIRECT SATELLITE DISH - Program your own card, H or HU programmer $150. Complete emulation $175. Dishnet AVR6 autoroll board $65. In-stallations available. 905-626-6092 DIRECT T.V. Looped HU cards swapped $60; HU un- looping $60; Complete sys- tems $280; HU loaders $100; AVR boards available. Installation kits $20. Call (905) 259-0320 DIRECT TV $299, system with "H" $649, "Hu" loader $175, private full Hu 3M w/90 day gty $50, Amazing Electonics NOW! 601 Dundas St. W. 905-665-7732. DTV RCA SATELLITE systems, complete with dual LNB, with hu card $300; H & HU card pro- gramming, installation available. Kirks Satellite Services, (905) 728-9670, Oshawa. DSS SYSTEMS with 90 day pro- gram guarantee $310. H and pro- gramming, private 3m script, $50. 90 day guarantee. HU cards $225. Card swap $125., Whitby (905) 721–9953 DIRECT TV SYSTEMS $260 w/single L&B dish (refurbished), HU programming $10 (no war- ranty), $25 (1 month). HU Cards $170. HU Loader $170. HU Swap $100. Support available. Call (905)426–9394 DIRECT-TV PROGRAMMING H & HU Cards $20 with 1 month guar- antee. Systems, cards, emulation, loaders on sale. Call (905)430–9214 DRESSERS $45,6 chairs $25, beds $25 each, stove $50, bed- room suites $195, antique oak buffet $195, diningroom suite $325, kitchen table & 4 chairs $28, coffee & end table $30, sofa $150, pictures $5 each, lamp $8, many more items & antiques. 905-697-3532. ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE - holds TV up to 38", solid oak/glass doors, 62" wide x 20" deep x 52" high, like new, asking $600. Call 905-665–6281 GOLF CLUBS Ping Iron set, 0- size, including putter/wedge/bag plus Goliath, Stiletto II, Big Bertha, woods & driving irons. $999.99. Please call 905-655- 7283 HARDWOOD FLOORS FOR BET- TER HEALTH. Prefinished and unfinished from $2.49 sq.ft. Showroom: Kendalwood Plaza 1801 Dundas St. E., Whitby 905- 433-9218 Oshawa Hardwood Floors Ltd. SUFFERING - Anxiety, stress, fatigue, headaches, eating & sleeping disorders, irritability, compulsive disorders and ag-ita- tion, well it's over! A natural solu- tion has arrived! It's here, it works. Free information and cas- sette. Please call 905-665-7080. LIVING ROOM COUCH - honey brown $110. 905-373-6082. LUIGI'S "Simmons" Mattress Saleabration celebrate huge sav- ings on all Simmons mattresses, including the no-flip series ($799 Queen Set), and the do-not dis- turb pocket coil mats ($899. queen set). Coil spring mattress- es from $89., Futons from $165., Palliser leather and upholstery recliners and stationary sofas and loveseats, priced below whole- sale. Now displaying pallisers' new spill resistant furniture. We're clearing our warehouse and passing on huge savings to our customers. Prices slashed on all futons, mattresses, sofas, love-seats, wing chairs, etc. no charge delivery and mattress removal for customer in this area. For the best quality at the lowest price, check us out first, our prices can't be beat. Luigi's Furniture, 488 King St. W., Oshawa (905) 436-0860. MAPLE LEAF Hockey tickets, at Air Canada Centre. Excellent seats. 905-753–2246. MEN'S BLACK LEATHER COAT, 3/4 length, top quality, size 2X, $250. 905-373-6082. MOTORIZED WHEEL CHAIR, almost new. $2,000 o.b.o. Call (905)686–9921 NEW SNOWBLOWER,10.5 hp Mastercraft, drift cutter, light, man- ual power steering, electric start $900. WELDER EXERCISER, good condition $200. 905-725-0694 NORMAN ROCKWELL Heritage Plate Collection (Boxes & certifi- cates included) The Cobbler, The Lighthouse Keepers Daughter, The Ship-builder, The music Maker, The Tycoon, The Painter, The Storyteller, The Gourmet, The Professor. also 1979 & 1981 Christmas plates. Asking $40 each. Call (905)668-2815 (snp) PIANO TECHNICIAN available for tuning, repairs, & pre-pur-chase consultation on all makes & models of acoustic pianos. Reconditioned Heintzman, Yamaha, Mason & Risch, & other grand or upright pianos for sale. Gift Certificates available. Call Barb at 905-427- 7631 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com Visa, MC, Amex. PIANO, mid-size, $950; antique Hoosier $1100; unique large sofa (blue)-ends recline, centre con- verts to table w/storage drawer, separates for moving excellent condition, $750 (paid $1700). 905-831-6756 PLAYSTATION MOD CHIPS PS1 basic chip $35; Stealth chip $60; PS2 Version 1 & 2 $75; Version 3 $95; Version 4 $125; All work guaranteed. Install while you wait. Beatrice/Wilson area (905)721-2365 RENT TO OWN new and recondi- tioned appliances, and new T.V's. Full warranty. Paddy's Market, 905- 263-8369 or 1-800-798-5502. ESTATE FURNITURE for Sale: solid oak entertainment unit $1500; solid oak dining suite $1500; Oriental 4 panel screen $1200; Oriental end table $400; Oriental wall hanging $100; Coffee table w/brass tray $400; appliances: fridge, stove, portable dish-washer $900(3 items) other small items lamps +side chairs. 905-655-8563 OAK/PINE FURNITURE....We have expanded our showroom and are filling it with exciting New Designs in Solid Wood Bedrooms, Dining Rooms and Entertainment Units. We have a large selection available, and if you don't see what you are looking for, we will build to your specifications.... Let Tra-ditional Woodworking be your own person- al FURNITURE MAKER. We have been building quality solid wood furniture in the Durham Region for 27 years. We pride ourselves on being able to take your ideas/plans and turn them into reality. Drop in and see our State of the Art Woodworking facility and let us show you how quality fine furniture is made... Remember..."There is no Substitute for Quality"..Tra-ditional Woodworking.... 115 North Port Road (South off Reach Road), Port Perry. 905-985-8774. www.tradi- tionalwoodworking.on.ca STORAGE TRAILERS AND stor- age containers, 24 ft. & 22 ft.. Call 905-430-7693. TWO 2001 Birel Torsion carts with 6.5 hp Hondas. Immaculate only used 5 times. Spare parts, 2 suits, tent and stands. 2 Alfanos with laptop. 4x8 - enclosed trailer. Must sell, leaving province. Asking $14,500 may separate. Call Tyler 905-372-5447. WANTED!Will pay cash for fridge, stove, freezer, portable dishwasher, washer, dryer; livin- groom & bedroom furniture; solid oak, maple, or birch dining or kitchen furniture. 905-263-2657 WROUGHT IRON FOR HOME & GARDEN - Hand forged by black- smith, polished steel/black. Bakers/pot racks, tables, garden gates, railings, trellises. Custom orders. www.blacksmith.2ya.com 905-885-5966. YAMAHA 350H ELECTRIC GUI- TAR wiht 15 watt, Squier amp, hard guitar case, stand and patch cord. Asking $375 OBO. 905-377- 9983. Articles Wanted315 CASH PAID for plastic car mod- els. Built or still in the box. 905- 435-0747. OLD COKE MACHINE, old Coke sign, old gas pump, old juke box, old penny scale, airplane ashtray, old pay-phone, and old coin oper- ating machines. 905-434–5449 USED, deluxe TENT TRAILER, preferably equipped with bath- room / fridge / stove. Please call 905-373-4871. WANTED - Men's CROSS-COUN- TRY SKIS and boots, size 14. Call 905-377-9983. WANTED - Spring clothing. Last years prom wear, communion dresses, flower girl dresses and boys suits. Contact: It's Worth Repeating, 3555 Thickson Rd. N. Whitby 905-579-9912. Firewood330 "WOOD GUYS" FIREWOOD deliv- ered. Maple/bush cord, beech/ cherry, face, while stock lasts, (905)473-3333 KOZY HEAT FIREWOOD,excel- lent very best quality hardwood, guaranteed extra long time fully seasoned, (ready to burn) cut & split Honest measurement, free delivery, 905-753-2246. FREE FIREWOOD - Broken wood- skids and pallets. Delivery avail- able Oshawa Whitby/Ajax Pick- ering area. 905-434-0392. (snp) LAKERIDGE FARM FIREWOOD, the best quality wood, seasoned cut/ split/ delivered. Discount for pickup. Volume discount. Serving Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa, Courtice. Call anytime 905-922- 3417 CHIHUAHUA, very tiny,blond male, microchip, CKC, shots. Have reg. papers. $600. . 905- 576-4103 or 905-718-2974. FREE BABY GUINEA PIGS, Call 905-428-0132. FREE TO GOOD HOME due to allergies 4 year old Tibetan X Spaniel, spayed, (905)831–9612 FREE TO GOOD home, 2 dwarf rabbits Telephone (416) 930–4011 LAB PUPPIES - 5 yellow/black pure bred pups, top breeding, parents on site, good with kids, last litter pre-sold in 5 days. Call Dave. 905-986–4986. Papillon Pups 6 weeks m-$450 f- $500 14 month f ready for breed- ing Call evenings 905-986-9955. POODLE PUPPIES, toy & mini, different colours, male & female, first needles, dewormed. Call (705)357-3355 Cars For Sale400 1987 MERCURY GRAND MAR- QUIS, white/blue interior, inclu- des snow tires, mint condition, certified, $2400. 905-839-3020 1987 MUSTANG,2 dr, LX hatch- back, 150,000 km, auto, 4 cyl, white with blue interior, body okay, runs great. Certified, $1400. obo. 905-686-0053 leave a mes- sage. 1987 PONTIAC SAFARI wagon. 6-cylinder, 2.8L fuel injected motor, automatic, sunroof, lug- gage rack, AM/FM cassette, very good condition, no rust, great running car. Certified/Emissions. $1900 905-922-8555 1990 FORD TEMPO LE, 4dr, 4 cyl. automatic, p.s., p.b., a/c, buckets & console. Mint condition. No rust. Mechanically A1. Must sell $1200. (905)404–8541 1991 Acura Integra LS Black, 2 door, 5 speed, loaded, 224,000km, $4900 obo. Please call Justin 905-619–2749 1991 CHEV CAVALIER,4dr, V6, auto, p.s., p.b., buckets & con- sole, emission tested. Mechanically A1. $1150. (905)404–8541 1991 FORD TAURUS, 3.0 L V6, white, 99,300 kms. auto, certi- fied, e-tested, $4000 OBO. Call 905-668–1452. 1992 BUICK LESABRE custom, excellent condition, very clean, cert. and e-tested, asking $5,195 or best offer. Tele-phone (905) 433–0608 1992 BUICK LESABRE. Excellent condition, low miles, pdl, pw, p. seats. $5900. 905-576-1320. 1992 MERCURY COUGAR LS, fully loaded, 2dr., 3.8L V6, auto, bucket seats, console. Mint throughout, no rust, mechanical- ly A1, needs rear brakes. Must sell $2150. (905)213-8918 1993 LUMINA $2950; 1993 SUN- BIRD, 140K $3450; 1992 SIERRA 150K; 1991 ACCLAIM 99K; 1992 GRAND PRIX SE $4450; 1991 RIV- IERA; 1989 CENTURY LIMITED 131K; Finance or Cash. Certified & E-tested included. KARZ KARZ KARZ, Scarborough 416-283-3897. of Pickering Bad Credit? No Credit? Bankrupt Credit? We can Help Call Gerry today (905) 421-9191 WE FINANCE EVERYONE First time buy- ers, bankrupt, bad credit, no credit. You work? You drive! Lots of choice. Down or Trade may be required. SPECIAL FINANCE DEPARTMENT SHERIDAN CHEV 905-706-8498 NEED A CAR? Rebuild Your Credit with Newstart Leasing! AS LOW AS $199 DOWN 1-866-570-0045 NEED A HOME PHONE? NO CREDIT? BAD CREDIT? NO PROBLEM! No deposit Required Activated Immediately Freedom Phone Lines 1-866-687-0863 TUTORING AVAILABLE FOR HIGH SCHOOL MATH STUDENTS MANY YEARS OF EXPERIENCE $25/HOUR (905)-837-9213 WET AND WILD Have you tried the rest.. Now come for the best. 100% discretion guaranteed 100% satisfaction guaranteed Females Available 19 - 45 Open 24 hr. day 7 days a week. In/Out Calls Call (905) 424-9062 Sick of RENTING? 1st Time Buyer? Professional Renter? Honest Answers....! Professional Advice...! To “Own” Your Next Home! 1-800-840-6275 905-571-6275Ability R. E.Direct Mark Stapley Sales Rep. Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 1, 2002-PAGE 29 A/P MENNONITE MEATS The Healthy Wholesome Tastes of Drug-free Beef, Poultry, Pork, Sausage. Plus Homemade Jams, Chutneys & Preserves Open: Friday: 10 - 5 & Saturday: 9 - 4 1513 Hope Clarke (East Town Line) Rd.Newtonville Oshawa Newtonville Port Hope Hwy#2 Hwy#401 1513 Hope Clarke Rd.Newtonville Exit Call 1-888-257-9995 300 Market Basket 300 Market Basket CONTENTS SALE Saturday, March 2nd 10 a.m. - 3p.m. 1721 CONACHER CRES., Brock Rd./Conc. 3, Pickering. All furniture and art items 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale TIRED OF AUCTION SALES? COME AND DISCOVER 2 PARTIAL ESTATES Oak buffet, Birds eye maple dresser, Mahogany bed set, pine cupboard, pine washstand, oak Morris rocker, ash kitchen table, gibbard cherry dining table, 8 ft. oak table and 8 chairs (like new), oak arts and craft chairs, walnut corner china cupboard, marble top washstand, spinnet desk, nesting tables, many small tables and chairs plus an excellent selection of crocks, spatter ware, glass and china. Buy now and Save 10% to 25% off everything this weekend only!!!!!! ANTIQUE DISCOVERIES 78 Old Kingston Rd. Ajax (Highway #2 near Church) (905) 683-8243 FLEA MARKET CLOSING MARCH 9TH Everything in warehouse including racks must go!! All greeting cards .50; buy 50 and get 5 free., jewellery, necklaces, earrings broaches 6 for $9.99. 7,500 sq. ft. of merchandise up to 90% off retail! NOTHING HELD BACK!!! Taunton Rd, 1/2 block east of Thickson Sat & Sun only 320 Garage/Yard Sales 320 Garage/Yard Sales 325 Auctions 325 Auctions DEALS 4 U Presents a Prices You'll Love Auction at Whitby Moose Lodge Unit 3, 119 Consumers Dr., Whitby Sat. & Sun. March 2 & 3, 11 am - 4 pm Tools, musical instruments, videos, CDs, cassettes, housewares, gift items, elect. motors, 3 Hp outboard motor, board games, figurines, sports equipment, much more! SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! Info (905)666–2609, (905)571-6848 HUGE ESTATE AUCTION KAHN AUCTION centre at 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering 3 mi. N. of Hwy. 401 on Brock Rd. "BIG ORANGE BARN" Sun. March 3rd, 12 noon. (Preview from 10 a.m.) Large sale of antiques, estate contents, furniture, glass, china, pottery, collectables, too many items to list. A must sale to attend. Victor Brewda - Auctioneer 905-683-0041 McCRISTALL AUCTIONS 1990 Astro van LT, certified, emissions tested, 230k, 1990 dodge ram, 1/2 ton, extended cab, with cap, 226 k, vehicles subject to reserve. Also dining room su- ite. TUES. MARCH 5TH 5:30 P.M. 33 HALL ST. OSHAWA. Auctioneer: Philip McCristall Visa, MC, Amex, Interac, Cash, Cheque For more info:(905)725–5751 10% buyers premium in place PUBLIC AUCTION OF HOME ELECTRONICS SUN. MARCH 3 - 1:OO P.M. (Preview from 12 noon) Auction to be held by V.I.P. Auctions HOLIDAY INN Harmony Hall 1011 Bloor St. E., Oshawa (401 exit Harmony Rd.) Terms: Cash, Visa, MC, Interac -Subject to additions & deletions -Ten percent buyer’s premium in effect -Delivery Service available NO ADMISSION FEES BIG SCREEN EXTRAVAGANZA! SELLING BY PUBLIC AUCTION television sets from 13”-61” including Hitachi Digital Projection TV, DVD players, surround sound home theater systems, Kenwood home stereo systems, portable CD players, cordless phones with caller ID & more, microwaves in various sizes, Gateway computer packages, Braun men’s & lady shavers, top quality stainless steel pot sets, Hitachi camcorders, all types of VCRs, 2.4 Gig phones, High definition projection TVs, convection ovens, and much, much more. This is only a partial list of over 600 pieces to be offered to the highest bidder by public auction. ALL PRODUCTS COME WITH WARRANTY 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 190 Townhouses For Rent 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale 370 Pets, Supplies, Boarding 1995 FORD CONTOUR, blue, 2.5 L, V6, Duratec, 5 speed, loaded, trac- tion control, sport package with aluminum wheels, $5,800 OBO. Must Sell! Call 905-435-3442. 1995 GREEN WINDSTAR, pd, pw, pl, rear heat + air, runs excellent, no rust, easily certified. 144K, $5500 firm. Call 905-728–3457 1997 GRAND PRIX SE, 3.8 V6, excellent condition, lady driven. P. windows, p. locks, air, am/fm cas- sette, cruise, 75,000 km. Asking $13,500. Call 905-668–5254 1997 HYUNDAI ELANTRA station wagon, dark green, auto, cruise, AM/FM cass., roof racks, 155,000 highway kms., carefully main- tained, excellent condition, certi- fied and emission tested, $8,500 OBO. Call 905-377-1542. 1988 4 DR.Sunbird, $1,495., 1988 Chevy Corsica $l,995., 1992 Mercury Topaz $3,495., All certi- fied and e-tested. Best offer. (905)404–5783 2000 DURANGO RT, fully loaded, black AND 2001 Mazda B3000 pickup, black. Assume leases. Call Dave 905-261-7098 AFFORDABLE USED CARS - LOW PAYMENTS! 95 Mazda Protege, air, pwr. 95 Dodge Spirit 72k. 98 Tiburon, 52K, 5-spd. 98 Elantra 58K. 98 Accent 2dr. Financing Available. Pickering Hyundai (905)427–0111. CAR FOR SALE 1999 BLACK Pontiac Grand Am, excellent con- dition, 50,000km, selling cheap $15,500. Nazir 905-430–9445 1994 SUNBIRD, 4 dr, 4 cyl, auto, 149,000kms certified, emission tested $3500 (905)426–8922 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, in Whi- tby Apt. building, spacious, carpet- ed, newly painted, with balcony, cl- ose to bus, shopping, all utilities in- cluded, first/last req-uired, no pets, 1-bedroom $800 2-bedroom, $900. 3-bedroom $1,000 Call (905)767- 2565. Cars Wanted405 $$$ TOP DOLLARS paid for scrap cars 7 days/week 1989 Corsica, cer- tified, e-tested, $2299. Call (905)683–7301 or (905)424-9002 after 6pm. CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in run- ning condition. Call 427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES. WANTED - '67 or '68 Shelby Mustang Fastback Parts car - rolling - complete. Any condition. Must be authentic #'s. Tel. 905-723-0374. WANTED-Dead or Alive. Cars, Tru- cks, Machinery.. Call 905-655-4609 WANTED-inexpensive cars or trucks. Running or not, but not too rusty. Free removal. Call 905-434-0392 Trucks For Sale410 1991 GMC JIMMY, 4WD, many new parts, new tires, 2- tone grey on grey,350,000 km. $3000. obo. Phone 416-684- 4816 days; 905-436-2440 eve. 1990 CHEV, 1 ton Pick-up, 454 engine, 192kms, certified, E-tested. Free floating axel, red with white top, trailer hitch. $4950. call 905-432– 6692 1990 FORD 1/2 TON pick up Lariat, 3.2 EFI auto, p.s., p.b., p.w., p.l., am/fm stereo cas- sette. Mechanically A1. No rust. $1950. (905)213-8918 1990 GMC SIERRA, white 4X4, 305, 5-spd, certified & emission tested, very good condition, $5500. Call 905- 576-1483. 1992 S10 extacab 1 owner truck, needs engine $1500. Box trailer 12'X6'X4' high. with removable top. $950. 905-433–0775. 2000 GMC Red Jimmy, 4 dr., 4 wheel dr., like new, 42,000kms., 18,000km left on Gm warranty. Certified asking $27,000 OBO. call 905-263– 8139 TRUCK CAP FOR SALE - fits long box S10 - S15 $100 OBO. Call Justin at 905-885-2028. Vans/ 4-Wheel Dirve420 10 CARGO VANS Aerostra/ Windstar 1997-1998. Well maintained. Ranging in price from $3000-$6000. 905-429- 7392. 1995 SAFARI SLX, 8 pas- senger, a/c, am/fm cassette, new exhaust system. $3,900 as is or $4,500 certified. Call (905)579–5063 TWO 1988 DODGE VANS,one ambulance, one school bus, good running condition, ex- tended, one-ton, V8 ; Also 1988 Ford Custom150 Econo- line, pw, pl, cruise, am/fm cassette, carpeted inside, Call 905-434-0392 Driving Schools447 Lost and Found265 FOUND- CAT, male, approx. 2-3 years old. Black & White. Not neutered. Whites Rd/ Amberlea area. Free to goodhome if not claimed. Call (905)839–8368 Personals268 ENERGY WORKER available (Reiki Master, Crystal Healer, Ear-coning Therapist) Maureen McBride's Healing/Energy Clearing media doc- umented, including Toronto Sun. Four years success treating leukemia, cancers; chronic pain management; dissolving child- adulthood traumas/issues. 905- 683-1360 days, eves, weekends Daycare Available273 AFFORDABLE LOVING DAYCARE non-smoking, reliable/experienced, mother of 2. Steps to Glengrove P.S. on St. Anthony Daniels bus/route. Large fenced backyard. Playroom/crafts/outings. Snacks/ lunch. Valley Farm Rd. / Kingston Rd. Near PTC. References. Call Debbie (905) 839–7237 5 MIN. WALK to Roland Michener P.S. Westney/Ritchie area. Full- time/part-time. Lunch and snacks provided. Non-smoking, playroom, fenced yard. Age 3yrs. and up. Contact Josylin 905-619-9515 BABYSITTER WANTED, Pickering Beach & Bayly, before & after school, good wages, teenagers wel- come. Call (905)428–6743. BABYSITTING AVAILABLE in my home. Strouds Lane area, Pickering. Convenient to schools. Smoke-free home. Please call Sophie (905)831–9452 BABYSITTING,available in my home, 6 months & up. Days & evenings. 5-years experience. Separate play room, fenced back- yard, story time. crafts. First Aid/CPR trained. References avail- able. Call 905-686–9051. PICKERING Beach / Rollo: Loving daycare; 18 months to 12 years. Daily outings (fenced backyard and park). Crafts, story time, music, nutritious meals & snacks. First Aid, C.P.R. certified. Non-smoking, receipts. 905-428-1244. RELIABLE DAYCARE,my home FT., breakfast, lunch, snacks, several years. exp. reasonable, rates, Hwy 2/Dixie, 905-837–2039 WESTNEY/ROSSLAND reliable babysitter with 16 years experience. Hot lunches +snacks, fenced yard, ICS diploma, References. Receipts, reasonable rates. Babies welcomed. 905-427–4937 DAY CARE SPACES available for pre-school children 2-5 years. Open at 6 am. Monday -Friday, Please call 905-668–3362. Daycare Wanted274 CAREGIVER REQUIRED.Live in or out. Full-time immediate for 2 chil- dren 4 & 2. Please call 905-426- 1749 (H) or 416-763-2883 (W), Elizabeth or Terry. IN-HOME daycare needed in South Ajax. Driver's license a plus. Required Tuesday-Friday 6pm- 11pm. Call (905)683-8935 Health & Homecare285 LOSE WEIGHT, Fast, Safe, Easy www.4everslim.com access 68632, or call Axel at 905-420-5046 Psychics294 LOVE Psychics tell all. Love, job, money. 1-416-976-2288. $25/call. Adults only yogi.com Tax & Financial164 Mortgages Loans165 MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any purpose. All applications accepted. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905) 668–6805. CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 100%. From 5.75% for 5 years. Best available rates. Private funds available. Refi- nancing debt consolidation a spe- cialty. For fast professional service call 905-666-4986/ 905-686-2557. MONEY PROBLEMS?STOP: judge- ments, garnishments, mortgage foreclosures & harrassing creditor calls. GET: Debt Consolidations, & protection for your assets. Call now: 905-576-3505 House Cleaning556 Dating Services900 FRIENDS AND LOVERS DATING SERVICE!Durham's Own! Find your mate, or just share a moment. Listen to all the voice ads free. Women free to meet men. (905)-683-1110. Adult Entertainment905 LOUNGE ON BLOOR Oshawa reflexology therapy plus hot tub, friendly faces. 2 for 1 available. New faces. 905-404-8353 Massages910 OSHAWA'S modern wellness. Aroma full body treatment plus hot tub. 905-579-2715. ❤IMPRESSIONS ❤ & DISCREET FANTASIES Finest Young & Petite Models Durham's largest selection 19-30 years 24hrs. 7 days NOW HIRING Natalie (905)213-8155 Dave (905)439-8269 ESCORTS WITH ELEGANCE 100% discretion assured Now ... Serving Men & Women of the Durham Region with Class, Charm & Elegance (905) 439–2355 Open for Hire ❤ ANGELS ❤ Professional Escorts *Heavenly Entertainment* Very discreet & reliable Variety of girls 905-259–1911 New girls welcome 18+ Jewels will arrive with the intentions of taking your breath away and leaving you... Breathless www.exoticasjewels.com www.exoticasvip.com Exotica’s Jewels Open Noon OUTCALLS ONLY 100% Discretion 905-743-0848 Exclusively Yours Upscale Escort Service Serving Durham Region Discretion Guaranteed Open 9 a.m. Daily (905) 725-2322 Now Hiring 18+ TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workman- ship Fast, clean, reliable service. 428-0081 All Pro Painting and Wallpapering Stucco ceilings, General repairs, Top quality work at reasonable prices 20% off for Seniors Call for a FREE Estimate 404-9669 PLUMBER ON THE GO Top Quality Plumbing at Reasonable rates Service and new installations Residential -Commercial No job too big or small Free estimates-over 20 years experience Call 905-837–9722 MARSHALL GROUP HOME IMP. Carpentry, Flooring, Doors, Ceramic, Decks and Siding Free Estimates Seniors Discounts (905) 428-3362 Ask for Paul KELLY'S DOMESTIC SOLUTIONS QUALITY HOME CLEANING Fully Bonded & Ins. Call Kelly (905) 420-8500 1464 Whites Rd, Pickering Free Estimates Housecleaning Available Friendly, reliable, personalized affordable service Please call Deanna (905)686–8513 WE'RE HERE TO MAKE YOUR LIFE EASIER Having problems finding time to clean your home? For Professional Home Cleaning, call Helen's Home Services today. 427-4385 Fully insured & bonded PERSONAL TAX RETURNS Basic Return - 2 for $50 1 for $30 Includes Pick-up & Delivery in Ajax and Pickering, Net-File, Seniors Discount Professional Accountant Dave (905)-427-7993 S & B DRIVING SCHOOL (Graduate Certificate recognized by The Insurance Industry) Full Course $259. 10 In-car Lessons $187. Free pick-up and drop-off (416) 287-3060 A/P PAGE 30-NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 1, 2002 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamregion.com NOTICE TO CREDITORS All claims against the Estate of Shirley Geraldine Button, late of the Town of Ajax, who died on November 5th, 2001, must be filed with the undersigned personal representative on or before March 14, 2002. Thereafter, the under- signed will distribute the assets of the Estate having regard only to the claims then filed. Dated this 21st day of February, 2002. Cheryl Button, Estate Trustee of the Estate of Shirley Geraldine Button Mark Woitzik Barrister & Solicitor 906 Henry Street Whitby, Ontario L1N 5E5 261 Legal Notices 261 Legal Notices ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN 35 Church St. North, Pickering Village Bible Study - 9:15 a.m. Sunday Family Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School - Supervised Nursery Dr. Everett Briard - Interim Minister EVERYONE WELCOME St. Isaac Joques Catholic Church 1148 Finch Avenue, Pickering L1V 1J6 (905) 831-3353 SUNDAY LITURGY Saturday Vigil 4:30 p.m. Sunday Morning 8:30, 10:00, 11:30 a.m. Sunday Evening 7:30 p.m. COME &WORSHIP For further Worship Directory information call Janice Samoyloff (905) 683-0707 ext. 2218 or Fax (905) 579-4218 E-mail: jsam@Durham Region.com Intercultural Worship Centre Evangelical Missionary Church Canada East 545 Kingston Rd., Pickering Village, Ajax 905-619-9095 Dr. Olu David (Nigeria) Sundays: 10:30 am Deadline Wed. 10 am for Friday Publication OUT OF THE ORDINARY into GREATNESS TAKE THE STEP These Services are designed to: Strengthen The Family, Enrich Marriages, Equip The Ministry, Reach Our Community MARCH 6th TO 10th WED.-FRI. ~ 7:30 P.M. SAT. - 7 P.M., SUN. - 11:30 A.M. & 6 P.M. (Saturday 11:30 A.M. - 2 P.M. Special Leadership Seminar) APOSTOLIC PENTECOSTAL CHURCH 755 Oklahoma Dr., Pickering, Ont. (905) 420-3935 Guest Sp e a k e r : Rev.Gordon M a l l o r y Host: Pastor A. Castro Monday 7:30PM Prayer Meeting Tuesday 7:30PM Bible Study Friday 7:30PM Youth Group Rev. Dr. & Mrs. Audley James Founders/Overseers/Sr. Pastors Sunday 10:00AM Sunday School (All ages) 11:00AM Worship Service 6:30PM Evening Praise & Worship WEEKLY ACTIVITIES: Revivaltime Tabernacle Durham A Family Oriented Community Church. The Church That Love is Building and Where Miracles are Happening 550 Kingston Rd., Pickering If we could be of any assistance to you, please call us at 905-837-7791 Easter Come & Worship Publishing Mar. 22/Mar. 27 282 Places of Worship 282 Places of Worship 282 Places of Worship 282 Places of Worship282Places of Worship 282 Places of Worship In Loving Memory of A Wonderful Wife, Mother & Grandmother Donna Marie Hnatiuk (nee Archer) September 9th, 1937 - February 24, 1997 Mom, You have been gone from this earth five long years now, but never from our hearts. We remember so fondly your wonderful ways and all of the happy, special times we had with you when you were here. We are more at peace now with the healing passage of time, but more so, because we know that one-day we will meet again. With our Love Husband Ted Daughters ~ Lorraine, Karen, Donna, Jennifer & families 258 In Memoriam 258 In Memoriam Mortgages & Loans Consolidate Christmas Bills Refinancing, Purchases Debt Consolidations Free Consultations No upfront fees Call today A.M.S. Accurate Mortgage Services Inc. 905-436-9292 or toll free 1-877-509-LOAN 165 Mortgages, Loans 165 Mortgages, Loans MORTGAGE SPECIALIST Overwhelmed by holiday debts! Your bank said no? HOME OWNERS - Prime debt consolidations to 100% Poor credit, no income verification - funds available with home equity. Consult an experienced broker instead of shopping. ASK FOR: SYLVIA JULES (905) 686-2557, or evenings & weekends (905) 430-8429 HANWOOD RESIDENTIAL SERVICE Renovations • General Home • Repairs • Bathrooms • Basements • Decks • Ceramic Tiles • Harwood Floors Free estimates All work guaranteed Call Martin (905) 686-1677 email: hanwoodres@hotmail.com 700 Home Improvements 700 Home Improvements 735 Gardening& Landscaping 735 Gardening& Landscaping Special Winter Rates Until March 31 For all your tree & shrub work call the experts at: YARD-ALL TREE SERVICE INC. Licenced & fully insured (WSIB) 905-831-1706 RABBIT WANTS WORK Doing Magic For Children's Parties And All Occasions. Have My Own Magician. Call Ernie 668-4932 753 Party Services 753 Party Services 400 Cars For Sale 400 Cars For Sale THE PATH TO PEACE March 3; “Cleaning the Closets” 9:00 a.m. Sundays Tel: 905-839-7271 Dunbarton Fairport Church Dunbarton Rd., West of Dixie Rd., Just north of Kingston Rd./Highway #2 Celebrate and Worship with Us You do not need Absolute Faith To Be Welcomed Absolutely! Series: OPEN HOUSE Sat. & Sun., March 2 & 3, 1-4 p.m. 88 Large Cres., North Ajax Immaculate home located on a quiet crescent Detached all brick 2 storey home, 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 washrooms, Double garage w/storage loft, Main floor family room,Large master bedroom with ensuite Professionally landscaped Back yard - deck & kids’ play centre Asking $228,500 Call: 905-686-5808 www.clik.to/houseforsale for details & pictures 100 Houses For Sale 100 Houses For Sale 700 Home Improvements 710 Painting and Decorating 900 Dating Services 2001 DODGE VIPER 19 HARWOOD AVE.(North of 401) 905-683-5358 • CHRYSLER • DODGE • JEEP “THINKING LIKE A CUSTOMER” 2001 DODGE VIPER SERVICE OPEN ALL DAY SATURDAY AND EVERY NIGHT HWY. #401 VILLAGE PLYMOUTH CHRYSLER TORONTO OSHAWA HWY. #2 COSTCO HARWOODILLAGE CHRYSLER • AJAXILLAGE CHRYSLER • AJAX CREDIT PROBLEMS? May be able to help you get into a Car, Van or Truck Today! Some down payment may be required. 905-683-5358 • RIGHT HERE • RIGHT HERE • RIGHT HERE • RIGHT HERE! • RIGHT HERE! • RIGHT HERE! • RIGHT HERE! • RIGHT HERE!• RIGHT HERE • RIGHT HERE • RIGHT HERE • RIGHT HERE! • RIGHT HERE! • RIGHT HERE! • RIGHT HERE! • RIGHT HERE!VOTED BEST DOMESTIC DEALERSHIP WOW EVERYTHING MUST GO!!! MUST MAKE ROOM FOR NEW STOCK! ONE TIME CLEARANCE SALEONE TIME CLEARANCE SALE!ONE TIME CLEARANCE SALE!ONE TIME CLEARANCE SALE! All previous ad specials expired. + Downpayment may vary with credit severity. Approval conditions may vary according to credit severity. *2001 Finance payments based on 84 months, 2000-72 months, 99/98/97 on 60 months, 95 on 48 months. 8 1/2% interest. **Based on $2,000 *** Based on $3,000 Fin. eg:. $10,000 @ 8.5%= $246.48 mo. for 48 mo. COB $1,831.04, total $11,831.04. O.A.C. All prices shown are plus lic., taxes & admin. 2001 feature cars are previously owned. *RDA applied to price, 0% applicable in lieu of $2,500 RDA. $10,000@0%=$208.33 mo. 48 mo. COB 0. 1998 PONTIAC SUNFIRE Automatic P/S, P/B, A/C. A real beauty. Low kms. Stk #P6749B. Sale $10,488* 1996 PONTIAC SUNFIRE Auto, P/S, P/B, AM/FM stereo, buckets, A/C, tilt wheel, plus much more, only 68,000 kms. Stk #V6994. Sale $7,988* 2000 HONDA CIVIC Loaded, one owner, low kms. Stk. #R4683B. Sale $16,888* 1999 GRAND CARAVAN SPORT Auto, loaded, quad seat. All the toys. Low kms. One owner. Stk #T5367A. Sale $17,988* 1999 GRAND VOYAGER Auto, P/S, P/B, A/C, P/W, P/L, 7 pass. w/child seats. Plus much more. Only 44,000 km. Stk. # V6998 Sale $16,588* Inc. auto, P/S, P/B. P/Windows, P/Locks, convenience grp. III, dual sliding doors, 26T pack., plus much more. Low Km. Stk.# T5388A. Sale $13,988* 1998 VOYAGER 6 cyl., auto, air, AM/FM radio, 7 passenger, only 33,000 miles. Stk. #V6761. 1998 NEON Automatic P/S, P/B, A/C. 24N Pak. Only 12,000 km. One owner. Stk. #V6936. Sale $10,999* 1998 NEON Automatic P/S, P/B, A/C, AM/FM cass., 22D Package. Low km. Stk. #P6736A. Sale $9,688* 1995 CAVALIER Automatic P/S, P/B, A/C. Tilt wheel, cruise control, AM/FM cass., cloth buckets, aluminum wheels. Stk. #N5320A. Sale $7,988*WOW Sale $15,888* 1998 NEON Automatic, 2.0L 16V SMPI Engine. Value/Fun Group, A/C, keyless entry, aluminum wheels, 24G Package. Stk. #V6938. Only 39,000 km. Sale $10,999* 1998 NEON Automatic, value/fin. grp., air conditioning. Stk. #T5145A. 1998 BREEZE Automatic, AM/FM/CASS. 24 A pak. One owner, low kms. Stk. #V6939. 1999 NEON Automatic P/S, P/B, A/C. Value fun Grp. (sunroof/spoiler), 22D. Pak. Low km. One owner. Stk. #V6990. Sale $9,488* 1999 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER Inc. Auto, P/S, P/B, P/W, P/L, dual sliding doors, convenience grp. III, 26T package. Low km. Stk. #P6861. Sale $13,988*WOW Sale $9,888*WOW Sale $12,888* ONE WEEK ONLY!! Automatic, 2.0L SOHC 16V FMPI engine, cruise control, 22 D package Stk. #P6831. No Credit Application Refused … at Village Chrysler GUARANTEED APPROVAL! VOTED BEST DOMESTIC DEALERSHIP No Credit Application Refused … at Village Chrysler GUARANTEED APPROVAL! 2001 INTREPID SE Automatic, skid plate grp., security grp. 4 wheel anti-lock brakes, 3rd row seat, 4.7 magnum V8, AM/FM Cass., CD, 26G Pak. Balance of factory warranty. Stk. #P6976. 2001 DURANGO SLT 4X4 2001 NEON $32,488$32,488 ** ONLYONLY JEEP DEALERJEEP DEALER IN AJAX!IN AJAX! DON’T SIGN ANYDON’T SIGN ANY DEAL! WITHOUTDEAL! WITHOUT CHECKING OUT ACHECKING OUT A VILLAGE DEAL!VILLAGE DEAL! $12,988$12,988 ** Service Hours: Service Hours: Mon. - Thurs. 7 a.m. - Midnight • Friday 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. • Saturday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.Mon. - Thurs. 7 a.m. - Midnight • Friday 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. • Saturday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. SAVE ON DEMO! RECEIVE A FREE COMMEMORATIVE OLYMPIC PIN WITH EVERY TEST DRIVE! Proud Sponsor of The 2002 Canadian Olympic Team COA 4-spd., auto., 2.7L V6, DOHC 24 valve MPI, 22C package, balance of factory warranty. Stk. #P6897. 2001 CONCORDE LX $19,999$19,999 1999 15TH ANNIVERSARY PLATINUM SERIES $17,788$17,788 Automatic, air, power windows & locks and much more. Balance of factory warranty. Stk. #P6848. NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, March 1, 2002 PAGE 31 A/P P PAGE 32 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 1, 2002 Durham West peewees finish second to ‘AA’ Sarnia squad DURHAM —The Durham West Lightning peewee ‘A’ rep hockey team kept it close against a higher- calibre squad to earn a silver medal at the fourth annual Bayer Silver Stick Tournament in Sarnia recently. Playing the host Sarnia Starfires squad — a ‘AA’-ranked team — the Lightning put forth an excellent effort in the final, but couldn’t find their scoring touch in a 3-0 loss. Following the final, Durham West goaltender Lisa Plenderleith was named the tournament’s most valu- able player for her dominating perfor- mance. The peewees played to a 2-0-1 record in round robin to finish atop their division and gain entrance into the playoffs. In the semifinals, the Lighting downed the London Devilettes, 3-1. Lindsay Hill, the game’s MVP, scored the winner. Team captain Stephanie Boudreau finished a perfect three-way passing play from Erin Small and Bailey Gu- minny to tie the score 1-1 with seven minutes remaining in the third. Hill scored off a scramble in front of the net to put the Lightning up for good. Small and Guminny assisted on the play. Mackenzie Manning sealed the win with an empty-net goal, as- sisted by Boudreau and Kirsten Roach. Durham West opened preliminary- round action with a 1-0 victory over a select all-star squad from the southern U.S., including players from Mary- land, South Carolina and Florida. Small scored, assisted by Cristin Allen. Allen was named the game MVP for her strong two-way play. The Bluewater Hawks, from the London area, were up next for the Lightning. The peewees rose to the challenge to post a 3-2 victory. Plenderleith was the clearcut MVP, as the Hawks outshot the Lightning 42-10. Small scored twice against the Hawks, with Hill netting the other. Assists went to Manning with two, Allen, Deanna Boyce and Katie Caggiula with one. The Lightning played the Chatham Outlaws to a scoreless draw in Game 3. Guminny was the game’s MVP. Other players contributing to the team’s overall success were Allysha Chapman, Schancy Marescaux, Chloe Masse, Laura Anderson and Kathleen Edwards. Denis Masse, Doug Edwards, Roc Boudreau, Trevor Small and Robbie Hrvatin coach the team. The trainer is Gayle Boudreau. 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Offer does not apply to SMARTLEASE offers.∆Tests conducted by the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).▲Best in class. Based on Transport Canada Fuel Economy Ratings.◊Offer only applies to lease of 2002 Sunfire/Grand AM. General Motors will pay first month’s lease payment (including PST and GST) plus security deposit and P.P.S.A. Freight of $795/$845 is included (Sunfire/Grand AM). Licence, insurance, administration fees and environmental taxes not included. Other lease options available. Drive Away Lease offer does not apply to purchase finance offers. *Offers based on Sunfire Coupe SL R7A/Grand AM Sedan SE R7D/Century Special Edition R7A/Montana RWB R7A/Rendezvous CX FWD R7A/Sierra Extended Cab R7F. Annual cost of borrowing 2.9%/3.4%/2.4%/1.9%/5.9%/6.4% per annum (based on a 48/48/48/48/36/36 month term). Annual kilometre limit of 20,000 km, $0.12 per excess kilometre. Option to purchase at lease end is $5,988/$9,374/$11,058/$11,586/$15,094/$17,307 plus applicable taxes. Other lease options available. ††*†Freight ($950/$995/$900/$1000 – Century Special Edition R7A/Montana RWB R7A/Rendezvous CX FWD R7A/Sierra Extended Cab R7F) not included. Freight ($795/$845 – Sunfire/Grand AM) is included for “Drive Away Without Paying” SMARTLEASE offers but is not included for Cash Purchase Price offers. License, insurance, PPSA, administration fees, environmental taxes and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. †The SMARTLEASE monthly payment and the GMAC purchase finance rate are not available with and are not calculated on the “Cash Purchase Price” shown. The difference between the price for the SMARTLEASE/GMAC Purchase Finance offer and the “Cash Purchase” offer is deemed under provincial disclosure laws to be a cost of borrowing, whether or not the same represents actual interest, and is required to be expressed as an annual percentage rate which is 9.69%/4.83%/5.17%/5.08%/4.53% (Sunfire Coupe SL R7A/Grand AM Sedan SE R7D/Century Special Edition R7A/Montana RWB R7A/Sierra Extended Cab R7F). ‡Purchase financing available on GMAC credit only. 0% financing available up to 36 months only. Example $10,000 at 0% APR, the monthly payment is $277.78 for 36 months. Cost of borrowing is $0. Total obligation is $10,000.00. Down payment and/or trade may be required. 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PONTIAC SUNFIRE SL COUPE 5-YEAR/100,000 KM POWERTRAIN WARRANTY •2.2 Litre 115-HP Engine • 5-Speed Getrag Manual Transmission • 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Braking System •PASSLock Theft Deterrent System • Tachometer • Electric Trunk Release • Rear Spoiler • Dual Front Airbags BUICK CENTURY SPECIAL EDITION 3.1 Litre 175-HP V6 Engine • 4-Speed Automatic Transmission with Enhanced Traction System • Dual-Zone Climate Control • 6-Passenger Seating • 15" Aluminum Wheels •Appearance Package • 6-Way Power Driver’s Seat • AM/FM Stereo CD/Cassette with Steering Wheel Controls •Power Locks/Windows •Split-Folding Rear Seat •Cruise Control •Remote Keyless Entry •4-Wheel Anti-Lock Braking System •Theft Deterrent System PONTIAC MONTANA REGULAR WHEELBASE 185-HP 3.4 Litre 3400 V6 Engine • 4-Speed Automatic Transmission •4-Wheel Anti-Lock Braking System • Air Conditioning • Power Locks/Windows/Mirrors • Deep-Tinted Glass • AM/FM Stereo with CD •Dual Sliding Doors • Tilt-Wheel BUICK RENDEZVOUS CX 185-HP 3.4 Litre 3400 SFI V6 Engine • Air Conditioning • Power Locks/ Windows/Mirrors • Remote Keyless Entry • All-Weather Traction Control •AM/FM Stereo with CD • Centre Console Storage System • 5-Passenger Seating • Cruise Control • Roof Rack • Rear Cargo Net PONTIAC GRAND AM SE SEDAN 2.2 Litre DOHC ECOTEC Engine • 4-Speed Automatic Transmission with Enhanced Traction System • Air Conditioning • AM/FM RDS Stereo CD and 6-Speaker System • 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Braking System • 4-Wheel Independent Suspension •Power Door Locks • PASSLock Theft Deterrent System • Tilt-Wheel • And More FIVE STAR SAFETY RATING. 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