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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNA2003_03_21BRUCE BISSELL 201 Bayly St. W., Ajax, Ontario: (between Westney and Harwood) BUICK PONTIAC LTD. 683-6561 0% Financing on most 2003 vehicles OAC. Fin. eg. $10,000 @ 0% 48 mo. = $208.33 mo. COB $0.00 %%FINANCING UP TO 48 MO. Most Vehicles THE AIR’S ON US!! PLUS NO CHARGE SUNROOF NO CHARGE SUNROOF THE AIR’S ON US!! ON 2003 GRAND PRIX GT Be A Member Get full Benefits Recreation Complex Call Now 905.683.6582 ® • SALES • SERVICE • LEASING • RENTALS • BODY SHOP Make the most of small spaces. 503 Kingston Rd., Pickering www.pvw.com (905) 420-9700 “Try The Best” PICKERING VOLKSWAGEN INC. New fund created to aid children of Ajax man Deadline looms for unpaid hydro bills Ajax-owned Veridian says arrears have increased by 250 per cent BByy JJeennnniiffeerr SSttoonnee Staff Writer AAJJAAXX ––––It’s lights out time for customers who used the Province’s temporary ban on electricity disconnection as an excuse not to pay bills. The temporary law banning electricity disconnections ends March 31. The Province put the ban in place to protect cus- tomers through the cold winter months, at the same time as the then-skyrocketing price of elec- tricity was frozen at 4.3 cents per kilowatt-hour. Veridian Connections, which serves customers in Pickering, Ajax, Uxbridge, and much of Clarington, has been sending warnings all along to those who are in arrears of their accounts, says George Armstrong, manag- er of regulatory affairs. Many customers have taken advan- tage of the disconnection ban, he says. “There has been an increase in arrears since last year. Our ar- rears over 60 days have in- creased over 250 per cent over the same period last year,” says Mr. Armstrong. Hydro One has about 35,000 Ontario customers more than usual who are at least 60 days behind on payment. Customers “move into active collections when we’ve sent two bills and we’ve received no money,” says Hydro One spokesman Anne Creighton. “They will be discon- nected starting in April.” Both companies work with customers to work out payment plans, when full restitution is not possible, the spokesmen say. “We try to deal with our cus- tomers on an individual basis,” Henry DeVries killed in Milton car fire AAJJAAXX ——An education fund has been set up at a local bank for the sons of an Ajax man who died tragically earlier this month. Halton Police and the Milton Fire Department on March 7 re- sponded to a car fire around 2:40 a.m. in a Milton parking lot. In extinguishing the blaze, they discovered the body of Henry DeVries, 36, inside the vehicle. An autopsy revealed he had died of carbon monoxide poisoning. Mr. DeVries is survived by his wife, Michelle, and sons Nicholas, 13, and Brandon, 12. Barbara Smith described her nephew as a family man who loved to fish and camp and share his interests with his boys. The family moved to Ajax from Clarington four years ago so Mr. DeVries could be closer to his job. “He was the most generous family man; he loved life,” she said. Ms. Smith said Mr. DeVries was to work a 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. shift at his job in Milton and was sleeping in his car before starting work when an electri- cal fire started. Donations can be made to ac- count number 77-19531 at the CIBC branch located at 104 Harwood Ave. S. (at Bayly Street in the Ajax Shopping Centre). ✦See Ajax page 5 A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Might as well jump AAJJAAXX –––– Ryan Feldcamp, left, drives past Rajiev Krishnakhanthan during a friendly game of pickup basketball on Walker Crescent. The two took advan- tage of the warmer weather of late and were joined by Antony Leclair, Nick Holmberg, Jim Germellgrant, David Blair, Andrae Eldermire and Jesse Asante. 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Joining COPE will be 20 local agencies and organizations such as the Alzheimer Society, Whitby Mental Health Centre, Durham Access to Care, YWCA, Victorian Order of Nurses, Emotions Anonymous and The Refuge. The day begins at 9:30 a.m. in front of the Old Navy store, Os- hawa Centre and runs to 6 p.m. Call Marina at 905-404-2224, ext. 21 for more information. Learn CPR with St. John DDUURRHHAAMM —— Find out what to do if someone experiences a choking emer- gency or an in- fant’s pulse needs to be checked. St. John’s Am- bulance offers CPR courses that provide specific knowl- edge and life- saving skills. Participants are taught to recog- nize breathing emergencies, choking, angina, cardiac arrest and to take charge and call for help. Gain the knowledge to prevent an in- jury from be- coming a tragedy. Class dates are April 8 to 10 in Ajax from 6 to 9:30 p.m., April 4 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. in Os- hawa, and April 20 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. in Whitby. For more in- formation, call 905-434-7800. Brain tumour support group meets AAJJAAXX ——If brain tumours affect you or someone you know there is support avail- able. Every Thurs- day, a brain tu- mour support group meets at St. Paul’s United Church, 65 Kings Cres. Guest speakers from Gilda’s Club, Hearth Place and The Pencer Brain Tumour Centre will attend meet- ings in the next few months. The group provides sup- port and infor- mation to brain tumour sur- vivors, care- givers and family members. All ages are wel- come. For more in- formation, call 1- 800-265-5106. Suspect accused of sex assault and possessing child porn must live with parents DDUURRHHAAMM ––––A Whitby man facing charges of sexual assault and mak- ing child pornography has been re- leased from custody on $75,000 bail. The accused, owner of a popular To ronto swim school, was freed Tuesday by a justice of the peace, who ordered him to live with his par- ents –– also his sureties –– in Os- hawa and have no contact with any- one under 18 years. Durham Regional Police originally charged John Michael Rolph, 39, of Lyndebrook Road, with sexual as- sault on March 5. Fur ther investigation by the Sexu- al Assault Unit led to searches last week of his residence and Buckler Aquatics, and the seizure of video, camera and computer equipment al- legedly containing images of child pornography. Mr. Rolph was re-arrested and new charges were filed. He appeared for a bail hearing in Ontario Court of Justice in Oshawa Tuesday charged with possession of child pornography, making of child pornography, sexual assault, sexual interference, invitation to sexual touching, and sexual exploitation. Mr. Rolph, his mother and father each guaranteed $25,000 to secure his release, which also includes a condition he stay 250 metres away from any swim facility, playground or place where young people are “known to frequent,” unless in the direct company of one of his sureties. A publication ban covers evidence heard at the bail hearing. Mr. Rolph is due to appear in Os- hawa court on April 15. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 21, 2003 PAGE 3 A/P Essentials Ballroom & Latin Dancing Providing the dance essentials for Weddings, Night Clubs, Company functions, Vacations or any social occasion. Singles and Couples welcome. All levels. Private and Group Classes. 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Durham garbage pickup ‘safe’ if U.S. border closes BByy JJaaccqquuiiee MMccIInnnneess Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ––––The contractor re- sponsible for hauling Durham’s garbage to Michigan says border slowdowns or even closures in the wake of the US attack on Iraq would not stop it from col- lecting our trash, but it could cost us more money. “Durham is safe,” says Scott Wolfe, Miller Waste Systems gen- eral manager. The slowdown at the border is definitely delaying the drivers taking Durham’s garbage to the US but “it is not impacting our ability to deliver the service,” he says. In the event of a full shutdown at the border, the company has contingency plans in place “for a few days,” that would not affect the cost of our garbage collection. However, he says, should the border close down indefinitely, the cost of garbage disposal could rise. Miller was awarded the con- tract to haul Durham’s garbage to Michigan after the Keele Val- ley landfill site closed at the end of 2002. While the cost may rise, at least there would be a place to put Durham’s garbage, Mr. Wolfe says. “Through our partner, Canadian Waste, we have an agreement that Durham Region would be at the front of the line” for landfill sites in Ontario. Clar- ington has used one of the sites, in Napanee, in the past. The site has additional land space avail- able to take more garbage but does not yet have Ministry of En- vironment approval for expan- sion. However, in the event of an emergency, Mr. Wolfe says the MOE could move quickly to en- sure waste could be accepted, as it has done in past emergency situations. But just because our garbage has a place to go doesn’t mean Durham shouldn’t be concerned, says Mr. Wolfe. If the border closes “Toronto would be in a lot of trouble and if Toronto doesn’t have any place for its garbage the economic im- pact is going to affect Durham Region,” he says. “I’ve always thought shipping to the States long-term is a mistake. Relying on foreign jurisdictions is fool- ish.” For its part, Durham is trying to address at least part of the problem with aggressive waste- diversion policies. Child porn suspect released on bail Baked goods just in time for Easter PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG —— Get ready for a sweet event in the community. The South Pickering Se- niors Centre hosts an Easter bake sale Thursday, April 17. The sale, which runs from noon to 4 p.m., gives the public the opportunity to purchase an assortment of baked goods. The centre is at 910 Liverpool Rd. Everyone is welcome to at- tend the event. 1794 Liverpool Rd., Pickering (905) 831-0711 STORE HOURS Monday - Friday 9:30am - 9:00pm Saturday 9:30am - 6:00pm Sunday 11:00am - 5:00pm rrs TM 401Liverpool Rd.Kingston Rd. E.WalmartCanadian Tire Pickering Town Centre Brock Rd.Old Store Pickering Pkwy. We are moving to our new Pickering location on April 1st. Relocating to 1899 Brock Rd. Across from Walmart and Canadian Tire! (905) 831-0711 Thanks to yo u r suppor t , Mark ’s Pick e r i ng is mov i ng to a BIGGER, BETTER store with more selection, more park i ng and easier access. A/P PAGE 04 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, March 21, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Assessment under way on bid to construct waste management facility BByy KKeeiitthh GGiilllliiggaann Staff Writer PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ——As any homeown- er after a spring-cleaning knows, there’s the problem of what to do with the garbage until collection day. Ontario Power Generation faces a similar situation with used nuclear fuel. The company is in the process of a screening-level environmen- tal assessment for a waste man- agement facility at the Picker- ing Nuclear Generating Station, which would keep used fuel until a permanent solution is found. The EA would have to be ap- proved by the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission before the storage facility can be built. If approved, it would be ready in 2007. John Peters, OPG’s section manager for environmental as- sessment, told the Community Advisory Council Tuesday the EA would take two years to complete. Preliminary results show there are no adverse environ- mental effects with the con- struction of a storage facility, he noted. The proposed site is on OPG- owned land east of the nuclear station. Currently, the company has a waste facility next to station, but it will be full by late 2007 or early 2008. The new location would only handle spent fuel produced at the Pickering sta- tion. The next step is to complete a draft EA study report and sub- mit it to the CNSC, said Mr. Pe- ters. That should be done by this June. “The CNSC will review and prepare a draft screening re- port,” said Don Gorber, an envi- ronmental consultant retained by OPG. There will be a public review of the draft EA before CNSC staff makes a final recommen- dation to commission members. “We feel there are no substan- tive objections to the proposed location,” said Mr. Peters. “We’re seeking EA approval to do a final plan.” The preliminary results of the EA examined nine environmen- tal effects and found there was little or no effect with six. With the other three, mitigation mea- sures can be taken to minimize or eliminate the effects. One impact was visibility of the storage area from the Wa- terfront Trail. Mr. Gorber said visibility impacts could be less- ened if “we put in mounds and trees to hide the site. It increas- es the biodiversity by doing it.” As for radiation and radioac- tivity, site preparation and con- struction would have very little impact on the health of con- struction workers. Mr. Gorber said the dose to the workers would be less than one per cent of the regulatory limit. Transferring containers and operating the site would also have a minimal impact, he added. Someone living at the fence line of the nuclear station would receive less than 10 microsiev- erts of radiation, while the fed- eral limit is 1,000 a year. (A mi- crosievert is a measure of radia- tion.) Should the CNSC approve the EA, two buildings would be con- structed to house dry storage containers, massive units that hold 384 used fuel bundles. Each container is about 3.5- metres (12-feet) high and weighs 70 tonnes when loaded. The walls are 20-inches thick and made of reinforced con- crete, with two centimetre (half- inch) thick inner and outer lin- ings of steel. A special vehicle is needed to move the containers from the plant to the storage building. Each container is vacuum- sealed and welded shut, and can last up to 50 years. Presently, each fuel bundle is immersed in water for 10 years after coming out of the reactor. This cools the bundles prior to dry storage. A screening-level EA is being conducted to determine the best location for the facility, Mr. Peters said. “The EA is to discuss where the buildings will be and how to transfer” dry fuel containers from the plant to the storage area, he noted. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 21, 2003 PAGE 5 P Good opportunities haven’t been capitalized upon, he said, pointing to the industrial mall beside the Pickering GO Sta- tion. That area would have been better served by condominiums, which could be linked to the sta- tion and to the rest of the City via a pedestrian bridge over Hwy. 401. “Right now, you can’t even walk across the 401 at Brock,” he said. “There are no sidewalks. Sidewalks should be near all bus stops, schools and GO Transit.” The Region needs a mix of housing, he said, with a greater emphasis on condominiums, which could serve both seniors and young people. Durham is also in dire need of a “sense of place”, added Dave Wright, a Reytan Boulevard resi- dent. Pointing to the Rideau Canal in Ottawa as an example, he said Durham needs a commu- nity centre with the ability to draw and pull people together. “I think our waterfront is a fabulous opportunity,” he said. “The waterfront is huge. It’s a huge opportunity to develop our strengths.” Martin Herzog, of the Liver- pool West Community Associa- tion, suggested Durham council should hold some of its meetings in Pickering council chambers. “I have trouble thinking of where the Region is in Picker- ing,” he said. “There’s a lack of regional administration and presence here.” Others pointed to a need to expand Durham’s industrial base to create more diverse em- ployment opportunities, and a desire to see more arts and cul- tural activities. Ms. Vandenhazel called for better recycling tech- nology. “We need to be able to recycle the ‘twos’,” she said, referring to No. 2 plastic items. “And there needs to be more composting.” Wa rd 2 Regional Councillor Mark Holland pointed out there is a push at the Region to ex- pand the recycling program this May, and to have organic collec- tion in place by March 2004. Comments on Durham’s com- munity strategic plan can be ex- pressed until April 1 by e-mail at strategic.plan@region.durham.o n.ca, by fax to project director Pauline Reid at 905-668-5831, or by mail at Durham Region, 605 Rossland Rd. E., Whitby, On- tario, L1N 6A3, Attention: Pauline Reid, strategic plan pro- ject director. Pickering residents offer strategic ideas ✦ Pickering from page 1 OPG builds case for fuel storage JJOOHHNN PPEETTEERRSS ‘We feel there are no substantial ob- jections to the proposed location.’ Teens still need parents to listen Because ecstasy, bisexuality, and suicide aren't topics usually discussed at the dinner table.’ I'm sure this bill- board for the Kids' Help Line has caught your attention. The implication rings loud and true. Youth often feel more com- fortable speaking to absolute strangers than their own parents about vital issues in their lives. As a volunteer youth worker, my wife had the responsibility to drive some teenage girls to a youth func- tion recently. Because she was a stranger, they openly shared with each other that they had been sex- ually harassed at school, but that most would never talk about it with their parents. Let me encourage the parents who are out there and feeling help- less. Although your teens may feel reluctant to share with you their struggles, it doesn't mean they don't want to. Most teens I have met want to hear from their par- ents about important issues. It's just some feel their parents are unapproachable. The girls in my wife's van put it simply. The ones who said they had cool par- ents were the ones whose parents had learned to say, "I'm sorry." Those who were too proud to admit their wrongs were too hard to talk to when issues came up. Even though our boys are young, one habit we're trying to establish is to eat and talk together. I know it will be much harder to do when they are teenagers –– our turn is coming! The Carnegie Foundation came out with a study last year that says youth will be less at risk for drug and alcohol abuse if they have three family dinners a week where good communication takes place. Child psychologist Dr. Lee Salk adds, "Meal time is incredibly important in this regard. People used to talk and laugh during din- ner. Now they watch TV... Meal time, especially dinner, should be a time for chatting and communicat- ing and being interested in what happened during the day." I remember as a teen that during mealtimes my parents allowed us to tell them anything. In today's day and age, we need to be even more unshockable than my par- ents were. This means laying down our defences and letting our kids talk to us without having that pro- tective parent reaction. It means us being vulnerable and listening and sometimes even biting our tongue when we are tempted to preach. They want to hear, "I'll never give up on you. I believe in you." Then they will trust us and not have to turn to strangers on a phone when life throws a curve at them. Daniel Winter, who has served as a youth pastor in Ajax-Pickering for the last 10 years, enjoys spend- ing time with his family and motor- cycling. Serve more than food to kids at dinnertime DDaanniieell WWiinntteerr oo pp ii nn ii oo nn ss hh aa pp ee rr ‘ P PAGE 6 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 21, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Environment needs some respect OMB's discarding of plan's importance a setback for all Imagine working for seven years on a detailed document that sets a path for environmentally sensitive land plan- ning and ensures a bounty of natural resources for your children to enjoy. Imagine that the document has been embraced by Greater To r onto Area municipalities (including the City of Pickering) charged with plotting thoughtful growth strategies in their burgeoning communities. Now, imagine all of that work being dismissed with the stroke of a pen, or the expression of a few words. So it is with the Rouge Park north management plan re- jected recently in an Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) ruling at a pre-hearing conference regarding a 5,000-unit develop- ment proposal at the north end of the Rouge Valley system. The OMB's Wilson Lee argued the management plan has no legal basis on which protections built into the document should be honoured. The reason? The OMB argued that since the plan hasn't been incorporated into any municipal Official Plan, or made part of any federal or provincial government policy, it carries no weight. That's extremely troubling to members of the Save the Rouge Valley System, and particularly president Glenn De Baeremaeker, who believes the decision sets a precedent for development without any environmental controls. He also pointed out many documents municipalities use to make de- cisions in their communities aren't in their official plans, al- though many do include language about the importance of protecting natural resources and our environmental heritage. And the truth is development decisions regarding the lands in the northern portion of the Rouge system will have an im- pact on southern portions. The OMB must acknowledge that environmentally sensitive planning should be an integral part of any proposed development, particularly where it touches or nears natural resources. Here at home, that ties in with a huge swath of undeveloped land, some of which is currently being studied as part of a growth management study in north Pickering. Developers, to their credit, are taking part in the process, which would serve the city and its citizens well before shovels break ground. Pickering continues to work diligently in attempts to engage all of the players in the process with a view to addressing com- peting views before disagreements escalate. The OMB, in fu- ture, must be more respectful of initiatives led or supported by professionals employed by local municipalities, as well as the efforts of those whose interest lie more directly in protecting our natural heritage. We're paying now for council's years of tax oversights TToo tthhee eeddiittoorr:: Re: 'More work to be done on budget,' editorial Feb. 28. The editorial should have read, "You didn't pay then, so you have to pay now". I totally disagree with the statement, "A third year in a row of substantial hikes will undo much of the goodwill the City has built with its constituents on the tax file". On the contrary, since Pickering council had approved a zero per cent tax increase nine years in a row, they actually did a disservice to their con- stituents. Since inflation alone would increase the City's fiscal burden, a zero increase actually means a decrease in taxes! If council had passed a tax increase equal to the inflation level over those nine years, we would certainly not have seen the recent high increases. So, as a constituent, I say, make me pay a little at a time versus nothing for a while and a lot later. 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Opinions expressed in let- ters are those of the writer and not necessarily those of the News Advertiser. We regret that due to the vol- ume of letters, not all will be printed. EEddiittoorriiaallss &&OOppiinniioonnss FRIDAY, MARCH 21, 2003 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ TONY DOYLE, NEWS EDITOR, 905-683-5110 EXT. 254 Editorial Letters to the Editor BByy KKeerrrrii DDeenntt Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ––––The United Way has launched a Lead- ership Development Ser- vices program to help non- profit organizations be- come effective leaders in the community. The program offers training and information services through work- shops, designed to orga- nize needs assessments and consultation services through flexible, low-cost consulting. These new services are designed to improve orga- nizational effectiveness in non-profit and voluntary sector agencies. It also as- sists local boards of direc- tors and staff of non-profit agencies in developing the skills and tools they re- quire to become more ef- fective. “Workshops provide an opportunity for local non- profits to become more ef- fective and ultimately help outside ‘funders’ look more closely at their agency,” said Denyse New- ton, Program Manager for the Leadership Develop- ment Services for the Unit- ed Way of Ajax, Pickering and Uxbridge. The first in a community series of evening work- shops for boards of direc- tors is being held on April 9. The five-workshop series will be held weekly cover- ing the following topics: Roles and Responsibilities of Board Members (April 9), Board Recruitment and Development (April 23), Effective Use of Board Committees (April 30), Conflict Management (May 7), and Diversity of Boards of Directors (May 14). Wo rkshops are open to any board member or staff member of a non-profit or- ganization in Durham Re- gion. Attend each work- shop for $20 or attend all five for $80. Workshops will be held at the United Way Offices, 95 Bayly St. W. Ajax, from 7 to 9 p.m. The second series of community workshops will focus on non-profit man- agement issues for staff. This series includes topics like Conducting Staff Per- formance Appraisals (April 29), Writing Busi- ness Plans for Non-Profits (May 6), Emerging Trends and Their Impact Upon Volunteer Development (May 31) and Writing a Winning Funding Proposal (May 20). Workshops are held at the Ajax Commu- nity Centre from 9:30 to 11 :30 a.m. Fee is $25 each. or $80 for the entire series. A similar series of work- shops will be held in Uxbridge in the late spring, but planning is still underway. To register for upcoming workshops contact Denyse Newton at the United Way, 905-686-0606. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 21, 2003 PAGE 7 A/P Dental Care for Adults, Kids and Great Big Babies. 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The Frenchman’s Bay Wa t ershed Rehabilitation Project group hosts a stream stewardship work- shop Tuesday, April 1 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Pickering Recreation Complex’s meeting rooms 1 and 2. Families can learn how to improve local water quality and express their ideas about improving the overall health and appear- ance of Dunbarton Creek. Participants can engage in activities that are fun and educational and test their knowledge at inter- active stations. The complex is at 1867 Valley Farm Rd. For more information, call Angela Porteous at 905-420-4660, ext. 2212. Our kids are our future and we want to help make it bright! 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The Ajax Public Library is holding the annual battle of the books in April, with the ju- nior level for students from Grade 4 to 6 and the senior level for Grade 7 and 8. A workshop is being held at the main library branch Sat- urday, March 22 from 2 to 4 p.m. Topics include the books participants are reading and help with battle strategies. Also, Ann Goldring, author of ‘Spitfire’, meets with junior participants Tuesday, March 25 at 10 a.m., while Sharon Stewart, author of ‘City of the Dead’, meets with senior par- ticipants Wednesday, March 26 at 1 p.m. Both sessions are at the main library. During the battle, the stu- dents are asked questions about books from a provided list. To save a space at the workshops, call Cindy Kimber at 905-683-6632, ext. 23. The main library branch is at Harwood Avenue and Achilles Road. For more infor- mation, call Sarah Dodge at 905-428-3564 or Ms. Kimber. Get your fill at church dinner PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG —— Homemade pies and roast beef are on the menu as Clare- mont United Church hosts its annual roast beef dinner. The dinner runs from 5 to 6:15 p.m. Sun- day, March 30. Tickets are $12 for adults, $6 for children six to 12 years old and free for kids five and under. For more in- formation, call Bernice Ward at 905-649-2183. Request for Proposals A collaborative project is being launched in Durham Region to address the projected shortage of skilled tradespersons by attracting young people to apprenticeships. The project requires retaining the services of a: Marketing Communications Agency/Web Master To receive a copy of the Request for Proposal document contact: Sue Gillett Apprenticeship Project Durham College Skills Training Centre 1610 Champlain Avenue Whitby, ON L1N 6A7 905-723-5812 apprenticeship2@sympatico.ca An Information Meeting will be held on Friday, March 28 from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. at Durham College Skills Training Centre for all interested parties. Reservations are required by March 25th and can be made through Sue Gillett. A/P PAGE 10 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 21, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Important Message for Canada’s Permanent Residents YEAR OF LANDING WHEN TO SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION 2000 - 2002 January to April 2003 1996 - 1999 May 2003 1992 - 1995 June 2003 1988 - 1991 July 2003 1980 - 1987 August 2003 1973 - 1979 September 2003 Before 1973 ANYTIME Save time and money; obtain your Permanent Resident (PR) Card before you travel. Who needs the new PR Card? Permanent residents (landed immigrants) returning to Canada by airplane, boat, train or bus must have a PR Card. Canadian citizens do not need a PR Card. When does the PR Card become mandatory?Permanent residents returning to Canada as of December 31, 2003, by airplane, boat, train or bus, must show their PR Card to carrier personnel when boarding to prove their permanent resident status in Canada. The PR Card replaces the IMM 1000 Record of Landing form, which will no longer be valid for travel purposes. If you are a permanent resident returning to Canada without a valid PR Card as of December 31, 2003, you will not be permitted to board an airplane, boat, train or bus en route to Canada. You will be referred to the closest Canadian embassy or consulate to obtain a limited use travel document. This will result in travel delays and extra costs for you. Becoming Canadian.Many permanent residents who can become Canadian citizens are encouraged to apply for their citizenship. How can you get a PR Card?Application kits are available through Citizenship and Immigration Canada’s web site (www.cic.gc.ca) or by calling the PR Card Call Centre (1 800 255-4541). Applications are being processed based on your year of landing. Check the chart to see in which month you should apply, and apply early. For example, if your year of landing was 1998, you should submit your application in May 2003. If you have missed your application period, please submit your application as soon as possible. Permanent Resident Card will soon be mandatory. Celia Klemenz/ News Advertiser photo She’s steamed! DDUURRHHAAMM –––– Ajax resident Ruth Collier warms her hands in the steam above the maple sap-reducing pans at the Purple Woods Conservation Area last week. Ms. Collier and residents from around Durham Region turned out to take part in the annual maple syrup festival. Quilters welcome colourful guests DDUURRHHAAMM ——Local quilters are show- ing their true colours next month. The Durham Trillium Quilters’ Guild meets Tuesday, April 1 at 7:30 p.m., featuring Martha Brown and Anna Redish. Brown is a featured quilter with the Canadian Quilters’ Association and Redish’s specialty is hand-dyed fabrics. There will be items available for sale. The meeting is in the cafeteria of Central Collegiate, 155 Gibb Street, in Oshawa. New members are wel- come. For more information, call Betty at 905-571-4246 or Delores at 905-720-1811. NE034H103 © 2003. Sears Canada Inc. SALE STARTS SUN., MARCH 23 AND ENDS SAT., MARCH 29, 2003 $150 off Installed Coleman® central air conditioning Extra-large filter dryer helps keep the refrigerant system clean and protects the compressor. 5-year parts and labour warranty; details in store. Installed 30-year shingles for the same price as 25-year shingles Backed by our Pledge of Satisfaction. Fully transferrable warranty; details in store. 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When billed, any unpaid portion of your Sears account balance will attract credit charges, commencing the following month. Excludes vinyl, hardwood, tile, ceramic and laminate flooring, area rugs and Home Services. Ask for details. Payment options and plan details may be changed or discontinued at any time without notice. Ask about other payment options. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 21, 2003 PAGE 11 A/P A/P PAGE 12 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 21, 2003 www.durhamregion.com career alert: securities analysts Greater Toronto Airports Authority The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) will be hosting the second in a series of workshops on Wednesday, April 2 nd and April 29th relating to the interim planning work being undertaken by the GTAA with respect to the Federal lands in Pickering. This workshop will focus on Airports and Communities. The workshops are an opportunity for interested members of the public to learn more about airport planning. The workshop will be held at: GTAA Site Office, 3590 Brock Road, Brougham Wednesday, April 2nd Tuesday, April 29th For more information and to register, (space is limited to 30 people) please call (905) 619-4822. Airport Planning Workshop FULL Our kids are our future and we want to help make it bright! For further information on Community Newspapers in Education call: Joanne Burghardt 905-579-4400 Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Powerful preparation AAJJAAXX –––– Pickering High School construction co-op program student Ian Todd cuts a floor board during an outing at a north Ajax residential building site. Several students from the program, part of Ontario Youth Ap- prenticeship Training, took part in the outing. ‘Relay for Life’ goal is $300,000 DDUURRHHAAMM ––––It’s that time of year again when ‘Relay for Life’ gears up in its battle against cancer. For the third year, teams made up of family members, friends and co- workers will set up a tent village on the Civic Auditorium Complex foot- ball field in Oshawa. With pledges in hand, they will take turns walking the track, taking part in fun, food and entertainment. Last year they raised $250,000 and hope to meet a goal of $300,000 this year, says Marnie Salonius, commu- nity fund-raising co-ordinator for the East Durham Unit, Canadian Cancer Society. Beginning June 6 at 7 p.m. and running 12 hours straight until 7 a.m. the next morning, the overnight event is not only lucrative but also meaningful. For more information contact the East Durham Unit at 905-725-1166. Divestment would allow for better local planning, says administrator BByy JJeerreemmyy LLee PPaaggee Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ––––Despite the seven-year delay since the Province announced its in- tentions to download Whitby Mental Health Centre to a community corporation, the plans are still moving ahead, say Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care represen- tatives. But the fact that no date has been set for the change is still affecting the mental health centre, says admin- istrator Ron Ballantyne. “We have had absolutely no word,” he says. “We re- ally don’t know when di- vestment will happen... Keeping (staff) is still a challenge.” At one point last year, the facility had up to 100 staff vacancies. John Letherby, spokesman for the Min- istry of Health and Long- Term Care, says the Province is still looking at the overall picture of men- tal health facilities in On- tario. Thunder Bay, North Bay and Penetanguishene are also awaiting divest- ment, he explains. “In Whitby’s case,” he says, “there’s the situation where the ministry is look- ing towards it from an ad- ministrative point of view... There is still a long-range plan... Any time you go through a situation like this, there are levels of anxiety involved.” To many hospital work- ers, divestment to a com- munity corporation means a closer link to the needs of the area, as opposed to ad- ministration handed down from the ministry. Specific programs and funding al- location can be managed by the facility itself, al- though government money is still contributed to the facilities. According to the Cana- dian Mental Health Asso- ciation, in the wake of di- vestment among provin- cial psychiatric hospitals, new housing and case- management services have also been introduced, as well as a decrease of pa- tient visits to emergency rooms. “For example,” a CMHA Ontario Division docu- ment states, “In Ottawa, where the vacancy rate is the lowest in the country, community mental health agencies have achieved a 91 per cent success rate in getting and keeping home- less people in permanent housing.” But mental health care is not being considered a priority by the govern- ment, says Claire Fainer, former chairman of the Whitby Mental Health Centre Community Advi- sory Board (the board was disbanded last summer, and a new group is ready to go as soon as divest- ment occurs). She says in- creased funds for mental health could actually save the Province and taxpay- ers money. Untreated mental ill- ness, Ms. Fainer adds, can often result in higher health care use, decreased worker productivity, and drug and alcohol abuse. “The costs are very signifi- cant,” she explains. Mental health care in Whitby is not at the level it could be if divested, she adds. Mr. Ballantyne says the funding for the centre is below that of a public med- ical hospital. “We refer to it as under- funded,” says Mr. Ballan- tyne. “Funding is not as predictable or as adequate as we would like to see it.” But Mr. Letherby says the divestment process will happen in stages. “It’s the catch-22 of gov- ernment,” he explains. “You do things too quickly and you get chastised. You drag your feet and people are upset.” www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 21, 2003 PAGE 13 A/P J ACQUELYNN TANNER * @ (905) 619-9500 Website: www.jacquelynntanner.com Email: jtanner@trebnet.com sutton group heritage realty ltd. PREMIUM PRIVATE LOT! Duffins’ Bay 4 bdrm. detached. Spacious open concept layout. Breakfast nook with walkout. Updated kitchen & bathrooms. Hardwood floors, mirrored closets. C/A 2002, newer garage & frt. doors. Replaced windows, roof, siding F/S. Large rec room with gas fireplace. Private reverse pie mature fenced lot. Steps to lake, park, schools, transit. Immaculate, pride of ownership thru! $249,800 Mental Health Centre wants freedom from provincial constraints HOME BUYERS: Get automatic access to listing info. on ALL area homes for sale. www.ViewHotListings.com Re/Max Quality One Ltd., Realtor Durham man seeks $600,000 DDUURRHHAAMM ––––Jeb Taylor says he was sitting on the curb in front of his house in Oshawa last Septem- ber, talking on his cord- less phone, when police charged him with being intoxicated in a public place. The 29-year-old former OPP cadet says he was ar- rested, handcuffed, taken to a police station, strip- searched and kept in a cell until noon the next day. The charge was later thrown out of court, but an angry and bitter Mr. Taylor has launched a lawsuit against the Durham Regional Police Services Board and three officers for his “unlawful” arrest and strip search. “It’s outrageous. The guy is in front of his own house, not causing any disturbance, not bother- ing anyone. He admits he had a drink. ... (But) they had no basis for doing what they did,” his lawyer Barry Swadron said. “They arrest him because he’s belligerent, though they don’t use that word, they say he wasn’t co-op- erating.” According to the state- ment of claim filed in On- tario Court of Justice on Wednesday, Mr. Taylor was handcuffed, “forced against the police cruiser with his chin making con- tact with the hood of the cruiser” and searched, be- fore being taken to Durham’s nearby 17 Divi- sion, where he was strip- searched and processed on a charge of being intox- icated in a public place. The allegations made in the statement of claim have not been proven in court. No statement of defence has yet been filed. Durham Region police spokesman David Selby confirmed the board was served papers Friday, but said the force’s policy is not to discuss matters be- fore the courts. Mr. Taylor said he was ordered to remove his clothes: khaki shorts and an orange shirt. “I didn’t know it was coming,” a visibly agitated Mr. Taylor said, sitting in Mr. Swadron’s downtown office. “I’m paraded into a room where I guess they do that and asked to re- move all my clothing, which I did ... I stood there, I think I spread my legs out. “What did they see in my behaviour that would warrant the search over the hood of the cruiser, and then a strip search?” At Mr. Taylor’s one-day trial in Whitby court on Jan. 20, the two arresting constables, William Gra- ham and Chris Oerle- mans, testified they were responding to a report that a man was passed out on Beatrice Street West at about 6:15 a.m. last Sept. 22. They arrived to find a man seated on the curb and talking on the phone with a glass nearby, which Constable Graham testi- fied Mr. Taylor said was whiskey. The officers testified that when they asked Mr. Taylor to end his phone conversation, he refused and started shouting. That’s when they noticed he had alcohol on his breath, Const. Graham told the court. The officers then asked Mr. Taylor to go inside. Mr. Taylor, who said he was outside to avoid dis- turbing his roommate, re- fused, insisting he wasn’t intoxicated. The Justice of the Peace agreed, saying there was “no evidence of intoxica- tion” and dismissed the charge. Mr. Taylor admits he “mouthed off” to officers because he felt harassed on his own property. He believes the officers ar- rested and strip-searched him because they didn’t like his attitude. The constables testified they arrested Mr. Taylor out of concern for his safe- ty and conducted the strip search as a matter of rou- tine policy. “For every person, re- gardless if we have any hint of weapons or not, we search, given the fact that they may have weapons on them, which may cause concern for his safety or ours,” Const. Graham said in court. Mr. Taylor was held until noon, when he was released. He immediately f iled a complaint with Durham police, which he says was rejected as “vex- atious.” Mr. Taylor was em- ployed as a police cadet by the OPP at the Whitby detachment from Decem- ber 1998 to August 2001. He also attended and graduated from the On- tario Police College in Aylmer. Mr. Taylor says he de- cided to approach Mr. Swadron after reading about how he handled the case of Thomas Kerr, the homeless man who al- leged he was beaten by Toronto police officers. The case did not reach a verdict, but Mr. Kerr re- ceived an undisclosed set- tlement. Mr. Taylor is claiming $600,000 in damages. His parents are also claiming $50,000 each and his sister $25,000. Strip searches, said Mr. Swadron, should only be done “very sparingly, in only limited, selected cases, and this is certainly not the case.” –––– FFrroomm TToorrssttaarr NNeewwss SSeerrvviiccee A/P PAGE 14 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 21, 2003 www.durhamregion.com 905-420-3369 or visit www.theplacetolive.ca • FEATURES INCLUDE fully landscaped exterior, ceramic tile, designer cabinetry in the kitchen and much more. • A collection of superbly designed townhomes located steps from Pickering’s recreation complex, the Town Hall, the Town Shopping Mall • Only a minute away from Highway 401. EST. 1957 Mon.-Thurs. 2-8 pm Closed Fri. Sat., Sun. & Hol. 12-5 pm Pickering’s BEST New Home Value Pickering’s BEST New Home Value 68% OF HOMES UNDER $200,000 From SPECIAL GRAND OPENING BONUS* SPECIAL GRAND OPENING BONUS* *See Sales Rep for details. Prices and specifications are subject to change without notice. E. & O. E. $179 ,900 To wnhomes in Tune with Living Police sued over strip search Time for stories again at Pickering public libraries PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ——With the conclusion of March break the Pickering Pub- lic Library has resumed its preschool storytime sessions. The library’s assort- ment of preschool pro- grams are free and are for children five years old and under. Babies aged 24 months and under are invited to bring an adult out Thurs- days to the central branch and share in songs, rhymes, books and bounces as part of babytalk. The program runs at 9:30, 10:15, and 11 a.m. The program is also offered at the Petticoat Creek branch on Mondays at 9:30 a.m. Tales for twos, a pro- g ram featuring stories, songs, wiggles, and gig- gles for two-year-olds, is held Mondays at 9:30 a.m. and Tuesday at 9:45 a.m. in the central branch. It runs on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at Petti- coat, beginning at 9:30 a.m. Children three to five who enjoy hand-clapping, f inger-snapping and toe- tapping fun can experi- ence storytime Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednes- days at 10:30 a.m. and Wednesdays at 2 p.m. at the central branch. The sessions run Mondays at 2 p.m. and Tuesdays at 10 :15 a.m. at the Petticoat Creek branch. Family storytime is for two- to five-year-olds and it runs Wednesdays at 10 :15 a.m. at the Green- wood branch, Wednes- days at 6:30 p.m. at Petti- coat, Thursdays at 10 a.m. in Claremont, and Satur- days in the central branch at 10 a.m. Storytime a la mode is for children two to five who are learning French. It runs Wednesdays at the central branch, beginning at 9:15 a.m. Registration is not re- quired. 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Groen/ News Advertiser photo Misty morning AAJJAAXX –––– Warm temperatures and cold water combine to create a sheen of mist at the Ajax lakeshore this week. A local couple took advantage of the weather to take a stroll along the Rotary Park shoreline . CAS warns of canvassers DDUURRHHAAMM ––––The Durham Children’s Aid Society says it has no connection to an organization seeking charitable donations on its behalf. The Canadians Against Child Abuse Society does not collect money on be- half of the CAS, warns a statement issued by Durham CAS. The child welfare agency does not receive any fund- ing from the organization, the statement says. Anyone who wants to support victims of child abuse or neglect can do- nate directly to Durham CAS through the Chil- dren’s Fund. Call Yvonne Williams in the Fund Development Office at 905-433-1551, ext. 2619. A/P PAGE 16 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 21, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Roots of Iraq showdown grew out of Gulf War, 9/11 The genesis of the current war between the United States and Iraq took place in late 1990 when Iraqi president Saddam Hussein ordered his troops to in- vade and occupy neighbouring state Kuwait. Outraged by his actions, US president George H.W. Bush, father of the current president, formed a United Na- tions-backed coalition which saw Iraqi troops driven out of Kuwait and routed by UN forces in the 19 91 Gulf War. After the brief war’s end, the UN enforced strict sanctions on Iraq and resolutions calling on the defeated nation to disarm were passed. No-fly zones over large territories in the north and south of the Middle-East country were established and UN weapons inspectors were in- structed to regularly check for prohibited weapons (including nuclear, biological and chemical) in Iraq. The United States also led a trade embargo on Iraq when weapons inspections failed to bear fruit. The uneasy relationship be- tween the US and Iraq continued over the decade. However, the events of Sept. 11, 2001 changed everything in the United States and with respect to its foreign re- lations. On that date, four American commercial airline jets flying out of eastern seaboard airports were hijacked by a total of 19 Is- lamic terrorists who had spent several years living, working, and learning to fly in the US. Two planes were flown into the World Trade Center towers, destroying the New York City landmarks, killing just over 3,000 people and causing world outrage. Another plane crashed into the Pentagon, killing several hundred. A fourth plane slammed into a field in Pennsylvania after passengers, who had heard about the other crashes through cellphone calls with their loved ones, rushed the cockpit and forced the plane down. A shaken President George W. Bush immediately vowed to hunt down and destroy the ter- rorists who caused the crash. Clear links were quickly drawn to the Islamic terrorist organization al-Qaeda and its billionaire leader Osama bin Laden, who was rumoured to be hiding in Afghanistan and behind the pro- tection of its rulers, the Taliban. President Bush, with UN co-op- eration which included Canadi- an forces participation, forged a coalition to invade Afghanistan after the Taliban refused to hand over bin Laden. A short war en- sued with the Taliban defeated and a new, friendly regime in- stalled in Afghanistan. However, though several al-Qaeda leaders were found and arrested, Mr. bin Laden was never caught. After the Afghani war ended, President Bush and his advisers, including such high-ranking offi- cials as Vice President Dick Ch- eney and Secretary of State Colin Powell (who served as Sec- retary of Defense and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff re- spectively under the elder Presi- dent Bush during the Gulf War), turned their attention on Iraq. It was a nation the president iden- tified as a member of the “Axis of Evil” in his January 2002 State of the Union address and a country intelligence experts have identi- fied as a supporter of terrorist causes. In the fall of 2002, President Bush addressed the UN com- plaining of Iraq’s consistent non- compliance with UN resolutions demanding disarmament. A new resolution, 1441, demanded Iraq immediately disarm or face mili- tary consequences. It passed by a 15-0 vote at the United Nations Security Council in November 2002. Over the succeeding months, UN weapons inspectors were allowed in, then ordered out, then allowed back into Iraq. The United States continued to show frustration at the slow pace of Iraqi compliance with the res- olution. President Bush, strongly supported by British Prime Min- ister Tony Blair, started amass- ing troops and forces along the Iraqi border in late 2002 in an ef- fort to push President Hussein to action. Now, there are approxi- mately 300,000 troops in the US- led 30-nation coalition ready for Mr. Bush’s call to attack. A last-ditch resolution intro- duced in the UN to force Iraqi disarmament or face war was op- posed by France, which said it would veto any resolution which promised military action. Mean- while, Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chretien said that, without a UN resolution supporting mili- tary action, Canada would not join the US-led coalition to fight in Iraq. Monday, March 17, Presi- dent Bush announced that Pres- ident Hussein and his two sons would have 48 hours to leave Iraq or face war. Tuesday, Mr. Hus- sein said he would not leave. Wednesday, the president gave the call for the invasion to begin... TTHHEE PPLLAAYYEERRSS Elected in 2000 Leading invasion of Iraq after he says Iraq President Saddam Hussein has refused to dis- arm and vowed not to leave the coun- try. “The security of the world requires disarming Saddam Hussein now.” In power since 1979, dictator has waged war on Iran and Kuwait. Has defied UN call to disarm. “Iraq has no weapons of mass destruction what- soever.” Appointed 2001 Key respected American cabinet member who was senior military offi- cial in 1990-91 Gulf War. “Leaving Saddam Hussein in posses- sion of weapons of mass destruction for a few more months or years is not an option, not in a post- Sept. 11 world.” First elected in 1997 Labour party leader who has been aligned with Presi- dent Bush since the start of the US leader’s showdown with Iraq despite considerable oppo- sition within his own party and in his own country. “If the Iraqis don’t go through the UN route, they will have to be disarmed by force.” First elected in 1993 Liberal leader who has said Canada would only fight against Iraq with the backing of the UN. Has decided not to commit Canadian forces to the US-backed coalition. “Canada will not participate.” AA bbrreeaakkddoowwnn ooff tthhee IIrraaqq ccoonnfflliicctt Iraq is a large oil producer which ac- counts for almost 99 per cent of its exports, although the country does produce some cash crops, mostly dates. Of the 21 million Iraqis, most are Shia or Sunni Muslim Arabs, but there is also a large Kurdish minori- ty. George W. Bush President of the United States >>ttoo kk iidd ss Saddam Hussein President of Iraq Colin Powell Secretary of State United States Jean Chretien Prime Minister Canada To ny Blair Prime Minister Great Britain Calmness key when talking to children Remain calm. That’s the best advice for par- ents when talking to children about the war in Iraq. “Parents need to remain calm and reassuring,” says Bob Han- son, senior psychologist for the Durham District School Board. “It’s especially important for young children who take their cues from adults.” He adds: “We know (the war) on TV is half a globe away but a six- or seven-year-old doesn’t.” Adults need to let youngsters know the likelihood is that every- thing will be OK in their lives. Children need to know their feel- ings of concern are legitimate. “We need to acknowledge that these are normal feelings and answer any questions hon- estly,” he adds. “The children need to be told other kids are feeling the same way and that it’s normal.” Keeping things as normal as possible is another important thing for families to do. That means monitoring everybody’s television watching and keeping a sense of normalcy at home. “Keep optimistic,” says Mr. Hanson. Following are some suggestions for dealing with talk about war LLIISSTTEENN It is important youngsters have an opportunity to express concerns and to feel adults are taking those concerns seriously. Acknowledge it may be difficult to concentrate on other things in the wake of war. False reassurance (‘don’t worry’) is generally not helpful. It is important to let children know they can share their concerns and need not be alone when they are fearful. DDIISSCCUUSSSS TTHHEE EEVVEENNTTSS • Do not minimize danger; put the problems into a realistic perspective. • Give factual information. • Explain to your children what they are watching on TV. • Acknowledge what’s fright- ening about it. • Don’t dismiss your child’s concerns; discuss them in terms that your child can understand. • Children usually need reas- surance about their personal safety. Remind them that the adults in their lives would do everything possible to protect them in situ- ations of crisis. TTAALLKKIINNGG AABBOOUUTT WWAARR There will be differences of opinion about what is happening and who’s responsible. Empha- size that each individual is enti- tled to his or her own feelings and opinion. You may want to talk about handling differences of opinion in the classroom or among friends as a small-scale model of international disagree- ments. Help children distinguish between the idea and the per- son; between individuals and governments. BBEE HHOONNEESSTT Share your own concerns in an honest way. It is worrying to young people when adults admit fear, but it is scarier to feel that adults are too scared to talk or are hiding something. Source: The Hospital for Sick Children Web site, www.sickkids.on.ca Mommy, daddy why are they fighting? PICOV FURNITURE C.C. 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REFRESH EVERY ROOM IN YOUR HOME!!! and we’ll for the PAINT!!! and we’ll for the PAINT!!! and we’ll for the PAINT!!! www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 21, 2003 PAGE 21 A/P Carpet Towne’s Paint Department Celebrates First Anniversary Need a creative spark to get that spring decorating project underway? You’ll find all the inspiration, tools and advice you need to transform a tired room into a welcoming retreat at Carpet Towne, which is celebrating the first anniversary of the paint department at its W hitby location. Carpet Towne is proud to offer quality CIL paint with Teflon. The paint is odourless, splatter free and washable, making it an ideal choice for busy families. Or choose Ralph Lauren, available in lush colours and specialty finishes like river rock, suede, linen and crackle. Count on the paint experts at Carpet Towne to take the time to help you select the perfect colour and paint. On-site designer Sarah Lapp can help you coordinate the room of your dreams, whatever your style. Sarah also offers monthly seminars on painting techniques, inc luding the very popular faux finishes - a fun, easy and affordable way to add dimension and texture to walls and furniture. Drop by the store or call Carpet Towne to find out more or to register for the next complimentary seminar. Leave your name and a member of paint team will contact you about the next seminar. Be sure to talk to Sarah at the beginning of the seminar about techniques you’re interested. Carpet Towne can colour match most brands of paints and offers a complete selection of painting accessories. It also delivers paint for your convenience, making that decorating project one step closer to completion! If you haven’t visited Carpet Towne lately, you’ll want to visit again for the first time. The addition of the paint department has created one-stop shopping appreciated by many, allowing you to coordinate flooring and paint at the same time. Visit Carpet Towne in Whitby at 419 Dundas St. E. Call 905-665-0760. In Pickering, visit Carpet Towne at 469 Kingston Rd., soon to be home to its own paint department. Call 905-831-2111. S ure Fit Genuine Factory Outlet Clears The Shelves In March Markdown If your little piece of heaven is looking for some T.L.C. af ter a long hard winter, you’re going to love March Markdown at Sure Fit Factory Outlet. Discover all you need to uplift your spirits, whether you’re unwinding at the cottage or trailer, hitting the open road in your R.V. or relaxing in your own backyard. Spring-cleaning at Sure F it means major markdowns in every department, f r om beddings and slipcovers to home furnishings and décor items. It’s a great time to stock up on towels for the pool or lake and extra dishes for summer visitors. Tr ansform a tired couch with a brightly-coloured slipcover and pillows, and create the bedroom of your dreams with luxurious linen. Sure F it is blooming with garden items. Beautiful glazed and pedestal pots are ready for spring planting. Add charm to a garden, porch or balcony with a set of three large glazed pots for just $19.99. Create miniature gardens in oversized pots in rich blues and greens (also a distinctive way to display and store towels). The 20,000-square-foot outlet offers water fountains that add a soothing touch to a favourite space (indoors or out), as well as outdoor furniture, wind chimes and adorable animal sculptures. Visit the Sure Fit Factory Outlet at 458 Fairall St. at Westney Road across from the GO Train station. It’s open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturdays 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sundays 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 905-683-2222. P.S. Don’t forget to ask about custom-made bedding, window treatments and more! A/P PAGE 22 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, March 21, 2003 www.durhamregion.com mmm... While you browse this weekend, relax at our free in-store Cappuccino Bar with fresh baked cookies. inter home Premium brand names, quality a n d l o w , l o w p r i c e s ! MISSISSA UGA 3050 Vega Blvd. (Hwy. 4 0 3 a n d D u n d a s , next to Sears and Chapters) (905) 569-6708 MARKHAM 8400 Woodbine Avenue 3rd floor inside the Furniture Mall (just S. o f H w y . 7 ) (905) 475-0705 PICKERING Pickering Home & Leisure Ctre. 1755 Pickering Pkwy. (905) 426-3799 mmm... While you browsethis weekend, relaxat our free in-storeCappuccino Bar with fresh baked cookies. SHOWCASE & M O R E inter home It’s a beautiful new furniture b u y i n g e x p e r i e n c e . PICKERING Pickering Home & Leisure Ctre - 1755 Pickering Pkwy. 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PARKER BROTHERS Parker Brothers E xpands Into Durham Is Your Garage Door Safe? Have you thought about checking your garage door system or had it checked by a professional lately? Too often, garage doors are neglected because the owner has not noticed any problems. Your garage door is probably the largest moving part in your home. Proper installation, operation, maintenance and testing of the garage door system is necessary to provide safe and trouble-free operation. To lift a garage door, all you need is two fingers! A professionally installed and well-designed garage door only weighs three to four kilograms. That’s why you only need two fingers to lift it. If it takes more than that, your door needs to be adjusted. Here is some friendly advice from GARAGA to ensure a safe garage door system. •Regularly check the operation of your garage door. Pull the manual safety handle. Make the door work manually. Is it hard to open? • Check if your door is well balanced. If the door is hard to open, a relaxed spring or a curve in the track can cause many problems. • Do not try to adjust the torsion spring by your-self they are under high tension. Also, we strongly recommend the installation of security cables with extension springs. •Lubricate the metal pieces with a metal lubricant and the frame weather-stripping with a silicone base lubricant to extend the life of all components and ease the opening and closing. •Keep the remote control out of children’s reach. Discuss garage door safety with your children. Explain the dangers of playing around a garage door. Ask for the assistance of a certified installer for the annual maintenance of your garage door. Call Dan Hill for more information at 905-686-6195. He’ll fix it for you. Call your Garaga guy! TIRED OF PAINTING? TIRED OF PAINT ING? Get a maintenance-free garage door with baked-on paint. Ask for t h e SPRING SPECIAL until M ay 1, 2 0 0 3 Dan Hill Autograph Door Systems Ajax Toronto (416)410-9209 Durham (905) 686-6195 A few years ago, Consumer Reports wrote an article on choosing an Air Conditioner, but would not compare the Air Conditioner by brand, noting that, “The most important steps to selecting an Air Conditioner, we think, are to ensure that...it is bought from a contractor who installs it well, and that it is adequately maintained...In the end it ’s the contractor who will make the biggest difference in how well the Air Conditioner replacement goes.” This last point is particularly true of energy efficient Air Conditioners because they are more sensitive to poor installation. There are many things to consider when you choose a contractor, but the following are the three most important. Any discussion with a sales rep (or even the contractor himself ) should begin with you telling him (or her) what you need. A good sales rep will want to know if you’re comfortable in your home, or if you feel there are some areas that tend to be too warm (or cool). He should ask you if your family has any particular health concerns, such as allergies, or asthma, because these conditions could affect your equipment choice. Of course, many sales reps are knowledgeable and can certainly help you make decisions. However, if you find yourself generally doing more listening than talking, then your sales rep (or contractor) is not serving you well. A contractor should provide a contract. This sounds like it should be obvious, but it isn’t necessarily so, and it’s very important. Always make sure that anything the contractor has verbally said he would do is spelled out in writing. The contract should contain a complete description of what will be done in (or to) your home, including where outside vent holes will be made. The contract should also spell out how payment is to be made, the details of the equipment warranty, and that the work will be done in accordance with all the building codes and with appropriate permits. Make sure that the people who are doing the work for the contractor are actually employed by him, and not merely subcontracted. A subcontractor would not be employed by you directly, so he wouldn’t be nearly as motivated to do a responsible job. Furthermore, if the relationship between the contractor and the subcontractor breaks down and you have a problem with the job, it will be much harder to sort out exactly who is accountable for fixing the problem. Editorial supplied by Advantage Airtech Ltd. Heating and Air Conditioning located in Pickering at 1895 Clements Rd,. Unit 135. They may be reached at 905 683-4477 or 905 571-2377 Visit Our Website www.advantageairtech.com. Parker Brothers Textile Mills has opened a second location and choseClarington as the site of their new factory and outlet store. The company started in Trenton in 1939 as Trenton Dyeing and Finishing by Joe Parker. Today, the fourth generation of the Parker family work for the business and continue the tradition of quality and old fashioned customer service. Their new building on Lake Rd. houses the factory as well as a new outlet store which will features a wide selection of fabrics and tapestries for draperies and upholstery. Great grand daughter Christine Parker recently moved to Bowmanville and says they will be catering to professionals and do-it yourselfers looking for the finest quality fabrics at factory direct prices. “Because the fabrics are made here there‚s no middleman,” she explains.”So those savings will be passed on to our customers. For example our tapestries will start at $10 a yard.” There will be a Grand Opening on April 1st so come in and enjoy refreshments and take a tour of the outlet store. “We‚re really happy to be in Bowmanville,” says Christine. “We hope to attract people from all over Durham, Northumberland and Toronto.” How To Choose An Air Conditioning Contractor Their new building on Lake Rd. will house the factory as well as a new outlet store which will features a wide selction of fabrics and tapestries for draperies and upholstery. APRIL 1, 2003 Parker Bro thers Parker Bro thers Parker Brothers Textile Mills Textile Mills Textile Mills (Clarington’s Onl y) (Clarington’s Onl y) (Clarington’s Only) FAB RIC MILL O U T LET ! FAB RIC MILL O U T LET ! FABRIC MILL OUTLET! 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If a ham is purchased through Hearth Place Cancer Support Centre, net proceeds will go to help the people dealing with a life-threatening illness who are supported by the cen- tre. “Easter is a happy time symbolizing hope and re- newal,” says Andrea Shaw, Hearth Place executive di- rector. “It seemed appro- priate to combine the Easter holiday with a new fund-raiser for cancer sup- port.” Hearth Place is a sup- port centre where cancer patients and their families can share experiences, find resources and discover new ways to care for them- selves and each other. Sometimes isolated by their disease, the members of Hearth Place are able to find support and compan- ionship for their journey back to wellness. Hams can be ordered through Lovell Drugs Ltd. Oshawa locations - 8 King St. E., 11 Gibb St., 600 Grandview St. S., and 500 Rossland Rd. W., at the Gift House, 18 King St. E., Oshawa, Dynes Gift House, 728 Anderson St., Whitby, as well as from Hearth Place, 86 Colborne St. W., Oshawa until March 26. The 2-kg premium- quality hams are pre- cooked, ready to serve and cost $25. They can be picked up April 8-17 at Buckingham Meat Market, 28 Bucking- ham Ave., Oshawa. Visit the Web site at www.hearthplace.org or call 905-579-4833 for more information. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 21, 2003 PAGE 25 A/P more than you came for which day is good for you?daysto3 save 30% infants’ & kids’ fashions & outerwear Infants’, boys’ & girls’ 2-16. save 40% Proctor Silex 10 speed blender Reg. $49.99. Sale $29.99 save 15% GE Profile, Frigidaire & Whirlpool appliances save Friday, Saturday & Sunday Friday, March 21st to Sunday, March 23rd save an extra 50% •clearance-priced men’s, women’s & kids’ shoes, boots & slippers •clearance-priced men’s & junior womens’ Global Mind®fashions • clearance-priced dress shirts & ties • clearance-priced frames save an extra 40% men’s & kids’ clearance-priced fashions & accessories save an extra 40% •women’s clearance-priced fashions By Mantles™, ToGo™, Style&co., Alia, Alia Sport, Evan Picone & Nygård Collection •young men’s & junior women’s clearance-priced designer denim & Point Zero fashions •clearance-priced jewellery & watches •clearance-priced women’s scarves, belts & hats save an extra 30% •clearance-priced candles & decorative accessories •clearance-priced non-electrical housewares & china •clearance-priced women’s designer fashions, outerwear & lingerie save an extra $100 discontinued floor mattress sets already reduced by 60% Get up to an extra 50%on Clearance items!Off our last ticketed prices. exam p l e here’s h o w i t w o r k s : origin a l p r i c e $100 $50 $20 you pa y o n l y $30! save a n extra 4 0 % alread y - r e d u c e d by 50% A tota l s a v i n g s o f 70% Off o u r o r i g i n a l p r i c e s . 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Sale $8.99 save 50% • Dan River, Sutton Place, ToGo™and Wamsutta bed-in-a-bag Includes quilt-in-a-bag and Bedroom Solutions. • ToGo™Premier satin stripe and jacquard bedding in ivory, white and grey • ToGo™Luxury duvets save 50% assorted crystal decanters from International Silver Reg. $29.99. Sale $14.99 save 10% all kitchen & personal care electrics, electric shavers, steam irons, humidifiers, air cleaners, closet & storage items HOME & MORE purchase any audio product and receive a set of headphones! See in store for details. save 50% Sealy Posturepedic Bronze Supreme Queen set. Reg. $1599. Sale $799 Savings are off our regular prices, unless otherwise specified. Every day value-priced, just-reduced items, designer value items, special buys & licensed departments are excluded. Decorative accessories are not available in: Burlington Mapleview, Centerpoint Mall, Markville, Oakville Place, Erin Mills. “step right up” shoe event on now!“it’s in the bag” handbag event on now! LAST 3 DAYS! LAST 3 DAYS! EARN UP TO 50% MORE POINTS* WHEN YOU USE YOUR HBC CREDIT CARD AND HBC REWARDS CARD TOGETHER *Some exceptions apply. See in-store for details. Men’s, women’s & kids’ fashions, footwear & accessories, nursery furniture, linens, kitchen electrics, housewares & tableware, candy & fine foods. Excludes cosmetics & fragrances, all furniture, mattresses, electronics, major appliances, microwaves & vacuums. Also excludes special buys, every day value-priced items, licensed departments. Other exclusions apply, see in-store for details. THIS FRIDAY, MAR. 21ST ONLY! 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The Wednesday, March 26 general meeting of the Canadian Organic Grow- ers, Durham Chapter fea- tures Wayne Hingston from Summit Nurseries. Basic techniques for suc- cessfully growing orchids inside the home are ex- plained and demonstrat- ed. The meeting begins at 7:30 p.m. in Room 2007 at the Durham District School Board offices, 400 Taunton Rd. For more in- formation, call Dianne Pazaratz at 905-433-7875. A/P PAGE 26 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 21, 2003 www.durhamregion.com TICKET ORDER FORM ticket(s) at $40 each set(s) of 3 tickets for $100 Limited number of sets available on a ‘first come, first served’ basis I’m enclosing a charitable donation of =$ TAX RECEIPTS WILL BE ISSUED FOR DONATIONS. Total $ Lottery license number: P022942 Charitable Registration No.: 119219814 RR0001 PLEASE RETURN TO: =$ =$ M Y PAYMENTName Address City Postal Code Phone (H) ( ) (B) ( ) For lottery rules, see brochure or contact the Red Cross. Cut off for Early Bird Draw midnight June 2, 2003. 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Delaney Dr. MacDermott Dr. Weekes Dr. Booth Cres. Old Harwood Ave. Ta wn Cres. Perfitt Cres. Fletcher Ave. Epps Cres. Hibbard Dr. Bowles Dr. Rotherglen Rd. N. Ventris Dr. Maggs St. Todd Rd. Hibbins Ave. Church St. Christena Cres. Chapman Dr. Carr Dr. Hemans Crt. Mill St. Georgina Dr. Lincoln St. HileyDr. Brooks Rd. Hulley Cres. Hirons St. Woolf Cres. Howling Cres. Greenhalf Dr. Majoram Dr. Salt Dr. Durham St. Elgin St. Burcher Rd. Ambassador St. Billingsgate Cres. Thorncroft Cres. Tulloch Dr. Emperor St. Hurley Rd. Knapton Cres. Mary St. Ontario St. Edward St. Windsor Ave. PICKERING Appleview Rd. Spartan Crt. Clearside Crt. 1467 Whites Rd. Valley Farm Rd. Foleyet Cres. Wollaston Crt. Craighurst Crt. Collingbrook Crt. Hollyhedge Dr. Meadowridge Cloudberry Crt. Major Oaks Rosefield Rd. 1331 Glananna Rd. Vo yager Ave. Bonita Ave. Glandale Dr. Helm St. 1350 Glenanna Rd.. Rosebank South Rougemount N. To ynevale Lytton Crt. Foxwood Tr. Sanok Dr. Copley St. Sequin Marksbury Rd. Old Forest Rd. Westshore Blvd. Altona Rd. Twynn Rivers. Autumn Cres. Garland Cres. Summer Park Cres. Strouds Lane. Pineview Lane. Royal Rd. Guild Rd. Geta Rd. Liverpool Rd. S. Pickering PKWY Wharf St. Denmar Rd. Broadview St. Monica Cook Pl. Commerce St. Fordon Ave. 1370 Fieldlight Blvd. SCARBOROUGH Shallice Ct. Durness Ave. RyeCliffe Ct. Tideswell Blvd. Porthclaire Ct. Parsborough Ct. Vandorf St. We are currently prospecting for Carriers in the following areas: *Streets listed not necessarily available A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Fair-feathered friend AAJJAAXX –––– Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering health centre staff rescued a bird Tuesday and are currently seek- ing its owner. The cockatiel was perched on a third-floor ledge and was brought into the hospital for care and feeding. Here, hospital employees Jeong Ah Park (right) and Doris Durnan monitor the bird’s progress as it sits happily in a cage donated by the Ajax Pet Care Centre. If the owner isn’t found, someone at the facility is expected to adopt him, while patients have begun circulating a petition to keep the bird at the hospital. For in- formation, call 905-683-2320, ext. 3276. Look at the big picture: McLean Councillor wants Province to allow use of photo radar BByy LLeesslleeyy BBoovviiee Staff Writer PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ——The Province is turn- ing its back on an effective tool to stop speeding on residential streets, says a Pickering councillor and former Toronto police officer. Bill McLean said he’s more deter- mined than ever to push the provincial government to allow mu- nicipalities the use of photo radar on side streets after learning it won’t consider the idea. “The Province isn’t thinking be- yond the box,” said the Ward 2 City councillor. “If municipalities did have the authority (to use photo radar) it would be one way to make our streets safer.” “The Province is quick to unload a lot of its other duties to us. This would help us.” Coun. McLean plans to bring the issue forward at Pickering’s com- mittee of the whole meeting tomor- row (Monday). If passed, and later approved by council, his motion would be circu- lated to municipalities throughout Ontario, calling upon their sup- port. Photo radar would be used on residential streets only in Picker- ing, said Coun. McLean, who envi- sions the equipment set up from a parked van. A summons would be sent to the drivers, notifying them of their offence. “Our bylaw enforcement officers wouldn’t be out there stopping mo- torists. That’s a dangerous situa- tion for them,” Coun. McLean added. He said photo radar would help slow down motorists on several res- idential streets in Pickering, many of which are becoming a safety haz- ard to residents. “I can think of one street in par- ticular, Walnut Lane,” Coun. McLean said. “It’s a 50 (km/h) zone but people have been clocked doing 74 there.” Ministry of Transportation spokesman Rosemarie Godina said the Ernie Eves government has no plans to allow municipalities the use of photo radar. Nor have there been any recent requests to do so. “We have the safest roads in North America and we’re continu- ing to make improvements. We’re committed to reducing speeding,” she said. “But we find traditional police enforcement the best way to do that.” Coun. McLean said he agrees en- forcement is key but added Durham Regional Police doesn’t have the resources to patrol each residential street at risk for speed- ers. Even the Ontario Chiefs of Police Association support use of photo radar. *Sales Representative **Associate Broker ***Broker Owner COLIN BLAKELOCK* 905-428-7677 DON DENNIS* 905-683-5000 SUN., MAR. 23, 1-4 P.M. 385 DELANEY DR. Gorgeous John Boddy “Oakcrest” model. Asking $389,900. Spac. open concept, lots of gleaming hrdwd. & ceramic flooring. Gorgeous bleached oak kit. cupboards & chef’s desk. California shutters, gas fireplace & much much more. Shows better than a model home. SUN., MAR. 23, 1-3:30 P.M. 838 PRIMROSE QUALITY ONE REALTY Prudential Achievers Realty, Broker QUALITY ONE REALTY SAT., MAR. 22, 2-4 P.M. 77 MAYOR CRES. Located in S. Ajax on quiet crescent, this 4 bdrm. home is clean and ready to move in. 2 car garage, interlocking sidewalk, stained glass entry doors, mn. flr. fam. rm., large eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, mn. flr. laundry, partly fin. bsmt. ideal for games room and play room. Generous bedrooms. MIKE ARNOLD * 905-428-7677 Prudential Achievers Realty, Broker SUN., MAR. 23, 2-4 P.M. 5 PLUMB CRES. Newer ideal 4 bdrm. family home. Located in great community in the new section of south Ajax, east of Shoal Point Rd. Custom designed with the family in mind. Generous kitchen with garden door to large deck. Smart wired for the future. Four large bedrooms, loads of upgrades. Priced to sell. $339,0 0 0 $284,9 0 0 SHARON CHISOLM* 905-668-5000 SUN., MAR. 23, 2-4 P.M. 800 FAIRVIEW, PICKERING SAILING IN YOUR BACKYARD! Breathtaking views/sunsets across the full back of your home -- unobstructed views of Frenchmans Bay. Stunning, unique 4 bedroom home in South Pickering. Totally renovated, newer addition, gleaming hardwood flrs., gourmet kit. Stunning 5-pc. bath w/6 jet Jacuzzi. 5 car parking, air, etc. Must see. GARRY BOLEN * 905-428-8274 SUN., MAR. 23, 2-4 P.M. 48 WELSH ST., AJAX JUST LIKE BRAND NEW - Gorgeous uniquely designed 4 bdrm. home in sought after area of AJAX, open concept, lots of upgrades, backs onto quiet park for privacy. Won’t last! STATUS Realty Inc. $385,0 0 0 SANDY RAWLINSON* 905-428-7677 SUN., MAR. 23, 2-4 P.M. 18 FOUR WINDS DR. - BY THE LAKE All brick 4 bdrm. over 2000 sq. ft. home. Beautiful bright kit., breakfast area, ceramics & w/o to fully fenced yard. Mn. flr. family room, gas fp., luxurious en suite bath, lovely decor, CAC, CVAC. Quiet street, close to amenities. Don’t miss this beauty! Prudential Achievers Realty, Broker LUCY BATESON * 905-619-9500 SUN., MAR. 23, 2-4 P.M. 18 WHITTINGTON CRT., AJAX Quiet treed court, walk to lake, 4 bdrms., 3 bath home w/main floor office. Thousands spent on ceramics, carpets, painting. Potential apt., fin. lower level, w/o to patio, fireplace, french doors. Above ground windows, second w/o on upper level. Updated eat-in kit. Worth a look. HERITAGE Realty Inc. FRANK STEINHAUSEN*** 905-427-3948 SAT., MAR. 22, 2-4 P.M. 1409 SANDHURST CRES., PICKERING Walk to Rouge Park. Great family neighbourhood, close to schools and parks. Mn. flr. family rm. with fireplace, large bedrooms. Full master en suite. Come and see for yourself this special family home. $259,9 0 0 REALTY ADVANCED RICK MENARY ** 905-619-9500 SUN., MAR. 23, 2-4 P.M. 26 WISEMAN, AJAX Superb South Ajax Location - this bright open concept home has large open family room and kitchen with walkout to an elevated deck. Large MBR with double door entry and huge en suite with Jacuzzi tub. Basement has fin. bdrm. and bath + sauna. Visit our website at www.menary.com HERITAGE Realty Inc. SAT., MAR. 22, 1-3 P.M. 1805 BRONTE SQUARE * Sparkling spacious 3 bdrm. home with main floor family room * Soaring cathedral ceiling in bright airy living room * Fully prof. finished lower level * Terrific neighbourhood close to all amenities * Huge pool sized lot. Many upgrades, shows to perfection. For more info., please call MONA YOUNG, 905-831-9500 MONA YOUNG * 905-831-9500 $264,9 0 0 $249,9 0 0 SUN., MAR. 23, 1-3 P.M. 55 COOMER CRES. * Spacious 3 bedroom home features huge family room with cathedral ceilings * Bright family sized eat-in kitchen with California shutters * Open living and dining room * Huge MBR with full en suite bath * Walk to shops and parks. Shows well, move in condition. For more info., please call MONA YOUNG, 905-831-9500 HERITAGE Realty Inc. A true executive home of living space with $100,000$ spent on upgrades in this fine home located in a prestigious are of Pickering. To view this gorgeous fully finished home call today, you won’t be disappointed. $269,0 0 0 $269,9 0 0 SAT., MARCH 22, 1-3 P.M. 256 RICHARDSON GREAT PICKERING LOCATION * Near Altona and Sheppard backing on to park * Incredibly upgraded from top to bottom, inside and out * Approx. 2,875 sq. ft. * Inground heated pool with steps and light and Jacuzzi jets * Extensive hardwood and ceramic floors * Professionally finished basement with fireplace, bar and full bathroom * Master bedroom with fireplace, renovated 5-pc. ensuite washroom including Jacuzzi tub, sep. shower & double sinks, exercise room also off master bedroom * Absolutely must be seen. This one has everything. * Asking price $393,900 SUN., MARCH 23, 2-4 P.M. 934 GLENANNA JOHN BODDY “FOREST BROOK” $369,900 * Upgraded top to bottom * Hardwood floors in front + upper hall, family room & master bedroom * Renovated kitchen w/extra counter & storage space & lovely bay window * 5 bdrms. + office on 2nd floor, *Master ensuite updated w/ceramic tiles, floor & shower stall * Finished bsmt. w/3 pc. washroom * Enclosed front entrance * Central air, intercom * Window coverings...incl. california shutters in master bdrm! Please call Barrie Cox* for more details 905-839-7449 ROUGE RIVER REALTY LTD. #1 PICKERING REMAX AGENT OVERALL LAST TWELVE YEARS www.barriecox.ca GERRY KORENTOS* 905-831-3300 $272,9 0 0 $289,9 0 0 FIRST REALTY LTD. SUNDAY, MARCH 23rd, 2-4 P.M. STEPS TO LAKE 17 LILLEY AVE. Immaculate open concept 3 bedroom home in popular lakeside community with gleaming hardwood floors, large family room, gas fireplace, 2nd floor study, casement windows, direct access to garage, updated kitchen and bathrooms and more. MLS #E214106. ++CURB APPEAL PLUS++ 36 HOLLIMAN LA. Beautifully landscaped three year old south Ajax home just steps to lake and park. Three large bedrooms, 3 bathrooms including luxury ensuite, hardwood floors, gas fireplace, crown moldings, upgraded kitchen, huge rear deck, and beautiful gardens. Short closing available. MLS #E201910. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, March 21, 2003 PAGE 27 A/P P PAGE 28 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 21, 2003 www.durhamregion.com DVP/404VICTORIA PARKKENNEDY RD.McCOWAN RD.FINCH AVE. E. 401 SHEPPARD AVE. E. 20 COWDRAY COURT Agincourt Chrysler 20 COWDRAY CRT. 416-321-2201 KENNEDY RD.PICKERING TOWN LINEHWY. 401 LAWRENCE AVE. 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AS IS AS IS AS IS AS IS AS IS AS IS $298/mo. 0 DOWN From $13,988 Only 8 minutes from Pickering Town Centre News Advertiser Billboard MARCH 21, 2003 FFRRIIDDAAYY,, MMAARRCCHH 2211 RREECCOOVVEERRYY MMEEEETTIINNGG::The Serenity Group meets at 8p.m. at the Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd. to help people cope with addictions including co-depen- dency. Childcare is available. Call Jim at 905-428-9431 during evenings. SSAATTUURRDDAAYY,, MMAARRCCHH 2222 MMOOMMSS,, PPOOPPSS AANNDD TTOOTTSS::The second an- nual expo is being held at the Pickering Recreation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Rd., today and Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The information show is for expec- tant and new parents and features ven- dors and seminars such as: parenting, education planning, pre- and postnatal fit- ness, first aid and child safety. Call Lisa Matthews at 905-426-4676 ext. 227. MMEENN’’SS BBRREEAAKKFFAASSTT:: The Westney Heights Baptist Church, 1201 Ravenscroft Rd., Ajax, holds a men’s breakfast from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Pastor Jack Hannah discusses the challenge of sexual purity in today’s society. Cost is $5 at the door. All men welcome. Call 905-426-7066, 905-686- 7782. EEUUCCHHRREE:: The Ajax Lioness Club host a euchre night at 7:30 p.m. at the Lions clubhouse, 500 Clements Rd. W., Ajax. Cost is $10 per person. Call Heather at 905-683-1201. MMOONNDDAAYY,, MMAARRCCHH 2244 SSEENNIIOORRSS’’ AACCTTIIVVIITTIIEESS::The Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club plays bridge and crib- bage every Monday at 1 p.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr. Ajax. In addition, bridge is also played Wednesdays at 1:15 p.m. Call Agnes at 905-686-1573. TTUUEESSDDAAYY,, MMAARRCCHH 2255 SSEENNIIOORRSS’’ EEXXEERRCCIISSEE::Come and exercise with the Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club at 1:30 p.m. every Tuesday in the St. An- drew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr., Ajax. Call Agnes at 905-686-1573. SSEENNIIOORRSS DDIISSCCUUSSSSIIOONN::The Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club holds a Tuesday morning discussion group at 9:30 a.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. Daniel McSweeney of Client Centered Consulting and Edna Klazek of the United Way are the speakers. Call Louise at 905-683-7799. AAUUTTIISSMM::The Autism Society, Durham Chapter, holds a support meeting at 7:30 p.m. at Dunbarton-Fairport United Church, 1066 Dunbarton Rd., Pickering. Call Lynne at 905-619-8926. PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG PPOOWWEERRHHOOUUSSEE TTOOAASSTTMMAASS-- TTEERRSS::Work on communication, time- management, and self-confidence skills every Tuesday with the club. Meetings are in the auditorium of the Pickering Public Library’s central branch, One The Es- planade, from 7 to 9 p.m. Guests wel- come. Call Hazel at 416-560-3768 or Colleen at 905-831-5965. WWEEDDNNEESSDDAAYY,, MMAARRCCHH 2266 CCAANNAADDIIAANN OORRGGAANNIICC GGRROOWWEERRSS::The Durham chapter welcomes Wayne Hingston, of Summit Nurseries, to dis- cuss ‘orchids from the tropics’. Basic techniques for growing orchids in your home will be explained and demonstrat- ed. Meeting is at 7:30 p.m. in Room 2007 at the Durham District School Board, 400 Taunton Rd. E., Whitby. Social time and refreshments follow the presentation (lug-a-mug). Everyone welcome. Call Dianne Pazaratz at 905-433-7875. Senior skills event deemed too costly Ajax, Pickering won’t host 2005 winter games BByy KKeeiitthh GGiilllliiggaann Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ——Ajax and Pick- ering have decided against hosting the 2005 Ontario Se- niors’ Winter Games. Co-hosting the games with Uxbridge would cost each municipality about $81,000, which taxpayers would have to cover, said Ajax recreation services director Tom Flood. Ajax councillors had asked staff to investigate the possi- bility of hosting the games, looking at such things as cost, accommodations and venues. Mr. Flood noted in a writ- ten report to councillors that after receiving a provincial g rant, corporate fund-rais- ing and participant registra- tions, about $244,000 would have to be paid by the hosts. The Province would provide a grant of up to $200,000. The $244,000 total as- sumes a fund-raising com- mittee could collect $100,000 in corporate sponsorships. Other reasons against hosting the games include a lack of accommodations, in- ternal transportation chal- lenges and hosting social events. It’s expected about 2,000 participants would attend, but there are just more than 200 hotel or motel rooms available in the three com- munities, Mr. Flood said in an interview. That means participants would have to be lodged in Scarborough or Whitby. “The real issue, in my mind, was accommodation for older people. Given the time of year, we couldn’t use schools,” Mr. Flood added. In 2000, Durham Region hosted the Ontario Summer Games and a bonus from that was the “major econom- ic impacts. “We want people to spend some of their money in the municipalities hosting the games. If they’re housed out- side, we wouldn’t get any economic value.” The potential economic benefits could be between $1 million and $1.5 million, he noted in his written report. Also, with participants housed around Durham, there wouldn’t be the chance for them to develop cama- raderie. “They would show up for their game, period,” he said. Busing the participants would be another costly as- pect, he added. For the sum- mer games, the cost was $200,000 and Mr. Flood esti- mated the transportation costs would be about $100,000. “What finally killed it, there was no individual facil- ity for banquets or other events we’d have,” he said. For the summer games, banquets could be held out- doors. To hold events for up to 2,000 people, “there’s noth- ing of that magnitude here. Oshawa or Scarborough have large hotels that could handle it,” Mr. Flood stated. One of the main reasons for the Town’s initial interest is the games was that they would be held during the year of the Town’s 50th an- niversary, Mr. Flood said. Pickering Ward 2 City Councillor Bill McLean, a big proponent of the games, said he was disappointed to learn it wasn’t feasible to host them here. “It does bring money into the community but we heard from the City of London, it cost them half a million dol- lars to host the last games,” he said. On the bright side, the Durham Region Seniors Games will take place as planned this spring with support from local munici- palities, Coun. McLean said. The following movies open in local theatres this weekend PPIIGGLLEETT''SS BBIIGG MMOOVVIIEE DDiirreecctteedd bbyy FFrraanncciiss GGlleebbaass SSttaarrrriinngg tthhee vvooiicceess ooff JJoohhnn FFiieellddlleerr,, JJiimm CCuummmmiinnggss,, KKeenn SSaannssoomm,, PPeetteerr CCuulllleenn Piglet gets that inferior feeling when his friends begin a "honey harvest" and he is told he's too small to help. When Piglet disappears, the others use his scrapbook as a map to try and find him and, in the process, discover that this ‘very small animal’ has been a big hero in a lot of ways. After an eventful search and a dramatic climax, Piglet once again demonstrates how large an influence he has been on his pals. DDRREEAAMMCCAATTCCHHEERR DDiirreecctteedd bbyy LLaawwrreennccee KKaassddaann SSttaarrrriinngg MMoorrggaann FFrreeeemmaann,, JJaassoonn LLeeee,, DDaammiiaann LLeewwiiss,, TToomm SSiizzeemmoorree,, DDoonnnniiee WWaahhllbbeerrgg The movie tells the story of four young friends who, as chil- dren, perform a heroic act and are changed forever by the un- canny powers they gain in re- turn. Years later, on a hunting trip in the Maine woods, they are overtaken by a blizzard, a vi- cious storm in which something much more ominous moves. Challenged to stop an alien force, the friends must first pre- vent the slaughter of innocent civilians by a military vigilante, then overcome a threat to the bond between them. AA VVIIEEWW FFRROOMM TTHHEE TTOOPP DDiirreecctteedd bbyy BBrruunnoo BBaarrrreettoo SSttaarrrriinngg GGwwyynneetthh PPaallttrrooww,, CChhrriissttiinnaa AApppplleeggaattee,, KKeellllyy PPrree-- ssttoonn,, MMiikkee MMyyeerrss,, RRoobb LLoowwee,, CCaannddiiccee BBeerrggeenn Donna Jensen, an idealistic young woman from a sleepy desert town, dreams of upgrad- ing her existence into the glam- orous, jet-setting lifestyle of an international first-class flight at- tendant. The road to success is rarely a smooth flight, however, and as Donna begins her trip under the training of Royalty Airlines' leg- endary flight instructor John Whitney, she encounters more turbulence than even she bar- gained for. BBOOAATT TTRRIIPP DDiirreecctteedd bbyy MMoorrtt NNaatthhaann SSttaarrrriinngg CCuubbaa GGooooddiinngg JJrr..,, RRooggeerr MMoooorree,, VViivviiccaa AA.. FFooxx,, RRiicchhaarrdd RRoouunnddttrreeee Hoping to get his mind off his ex-girlfriend Felicia, heartbro- ken Jerry decides to join his best friend Nick on a tropical singles cruise for a week of sun and pos- sible romance. But when Jerry and Nick real- ize they've been accidentally booked on a gay cruise, all they can think of is jumping ship, until Jerry falls for Gabriella, a gorgeous dance instructor who, after a string of bad boyfriends, has given up on love. FFOORR FFUULLLL MMOOVVIIEE LLIISSTTIINNGGSS,, CCLLIICCKK OONN durhamregion.com www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 21, 2003 PAGE 29 A/P 905-426-6242 Located in Wal-Mart Ajax OPEN Mon. - Fri. 9 A.M. - 9 P.M. Sat. 9 A.M. - 6 P.M. Sun. 12 - 6 P.M. EEnntteerrttaaiinnmmeenntt FRIDAY, MARCH 21, 2003 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ TONY DOYLE, NEWS EDITOR, 905-683-5110 EXT. 254 Thousands pipe up as music festival opens Annual Rotary event runs March 23 to April 11 PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ––––It's a good thing Liane James is used to re- hearsals. The 19-year-old Ajax resident has five performances to prepare for at the Pickering Rotary Music Festival this month, plus three auditions for entrance into university music programs. "It's a constant. I'm always practising," said James, who en- ters a number of music festivals throughout the year. She'll perform individually in one harp class and three vocal classes at the music festival, which runs March 23 to April 11. James, who picked up a gold for the harp at the festival last year, will also compete in one vocal class as part of the singing group, Random Notes. "It's a lot of fun," she said, of the festival. "You get to hear a lot of other competitors and you get to learn from other competitors." Approximately 1,500 perform- ers are expected to flock to the festival, which celebrates its 16th season. Festival chairman Marilyn Cole has watched the event out- grow venues and foster many memories over the years. "I remember one of the par- ents coming to us one year and telling us their daughter couldn't make the final concert. They asked if we could change the date," she said. "I don't think they understood what that would have involved." Organizers have been plan- ning this year's event since last fall. Performers had to sign up before Jan. 18, early enough to allow for the planning of a de- tailed syllabus, send out a list of rules to all participants and book adjudicators. "We have a wide range of adju- dicators, who are well thought of in the field," Cole said. "And our reputation has spread. We've gotten a lot of positive feedback." Adjudicators have spent the last month listening to music classes and imparting construc- tive criticism in clinics offered as part of the festival's schools divi- sion. Performances from communi- ty groups and individuals get under way Sunday, March 23 at Dunbarton-Fairport United Church, starting with church and community choirs. Individuals, duets and trios continue to perform until April 11 at both the Dunbarton and Pickering Pentecostal churches. Competition classes include piano, woodwinds, strings, gui- tar, voice, choir, and speech art. The big finale is Friday, May 9 at Pickering Pentecostal, where a select number of participants are asked to perform and awards are handed out. "There are individual class awards; for piano, we have the 'best in Chopin' award," ex- plained Cole. "There are also awards like 'best soprano' and 'best opera'. But our three top awards are called the Stars of the Festival." Performers "play off" ahead of time for those top honours, which include trophies, dollars and sometimes going on to com- pete in provincial events, said Cole. For more information, visit www.rotary-pickering.org or call 416-565-4160. Andrew Iwanowski/ News Advertiser photo Liane James is checking her harp to make sure everything is just right as she gets set for a busy stretch of musical performances. The 19-year-old Ajax resident has university entrance auditions in the days ahead, plus she will be appearing at the Pickering Rotary Music Festival, which opens this Sunday. Examine the fine line between Heaven's Gates and Hell's Flames PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ––––So, on which side of the Almighty's ledger does your name fall? Find out as Pickering Pente- costal Church's The Gathering Place hosts a run of 'Heaven's Gates and Hell's Flames,' Sunday, March 23 to Tuesday, March 25. Through a series of vignettes that look at Christianity in every- day situations, the drama, which mixes in serious and humorous moments, examines the biblical reality of eternal destiny. When a name is found in the book of life, a choir of angels sings for a few seconds with exuberance and in a joyous scene, the person is welcomed into heaven by a smil- ing Jesus. Those not so lucky find their eternal destiny in hell. Reality Outreach Ministries, a non-denominational Christian evangelical organization, works with churches across southern Ontario and the United States to present the gospel. Reality staff directors Tom and Diane McIntyre are directing the Pickering production. As the drama moves from community to community, local actors are used to f ill out the cast, including 40 Pickering and Ajax residents here. "Everyone who comes should see themselves in one of the situa- tions being depicted," said Mr. McIntyre in a release. Showtime is 6 p.m. Sunday, and 7 p.m. Monday and Tuesday. Pick- ering Pentecostal Church is at 19 20 Bayly St. There is no cost. Little Piglet proves again he’s a big hero Pooh, Roo, Tigger and Rabbit are on the hunt for Piglet after he disappears in ‘Piglet’s Big Movie’, opening in theatres this weekend. A/P PAGE 30 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 21, 2003 www.durhamregion.com GRAND OPENING DANCE PARTY TOMORROW, SATURDAY, MARCH 22ND-8PM Holiday Inn-Oshawa (Free Parking) 1011 Bloor St. E.-1KM North of Hwy 401 GRAND PRIZE: 19” COLOUR TV & DVD PLAYER OR $200 CASH, Big 50/50 Cash Draw, Complimentary Cake, Coffee, Pastries & Snacks, Top DJ, Beautiful Ballroom, Big Dance Floor Hundreds of People, Dress Code, $15.00 Per Person (Includes Ten 50/50 Draw Tickets) $12.00 Per Person (The Dance Only, No Draw Tickets) 24HR Hotline (416) 410-6010 www.superiorsocials.com SATURDAY MARCH 29TH: INTERNATIONAL LATIN & SOCIAL BALLROOM DANCE Sheraton Parkway Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 East, 1/2 KM West of Hwy 404. Are you GETTING MARRIED? Toronto-based Television Production Company is looking for “the perfect couple” to be the subject of a project currently being developed for Television. You should be outgoing and have a great sense of humor. If you are the lucky couple chosen to be featured, We will pay (no expenses spared!) for the BACHELOR & BACHELORETTE PARTY OF YOUR DREAMS!!! For more information on this “Once in a lifetime opportunity” And to book an interview, please call 416-569-0340 Interviews will be conducted in your area on Sunday, March 30th. LTD. Come and meet your Community’s Wedding Experts at the Ajax Bridal Show presented by Welcome Wagon. For a FREE invitation call 905-426-2252/905-430-2135 or visit www.welcomewagon.ca FREE BRIDAL SHOW Sunday, March 23rd @ 1:00 Ajax Community Centre Fashion Show, Door Prizes, Gift Bag for each Bride Ajax, Pickering students show they’re class acts DDUURRHHAAMM ––––A number of Ajax and Pickering students showed off their stage excel- lence during the recent Sears Drama Festival. Students from 11 public and Catholic high schools in Durham were at Pickering's Dunbarton High School last month for the annual event, adjudicated by Frank Hop- kins. Local students earning awards of excellence for per- formance were Nathon Hay- don, of Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School, and Christina Huber, of Pickering High School, both in Ajax, and Dunbarton's Sean Bruno and Monica Nowak. Bronwyn Walker and Emerald O'Brien of Anderson Collegiate in Whitby; Amber Dunphy from McL aughlin Collegiate in Os- hawa and Michael Marsh of Oshawa's Eastdale also re- ceived awards of excellence. Awards of excellence were also presented to the Cartwright (Blackstock) crew for sets, props, costumes and lighting, the crew of Anderson for set, and Lauri Dunn of Paul Dwyer Catholic High School in Oshawa for directing. Three plays were named outstanding productions and chosen to move on to further competition in Kingston: 'The Actor's Nightmare,' Eastdale, 'All the World's a Stage,' Sin- clair, and 'New Canadian Kid,' Uxbridge. Aw ards of merit were also handed out, including a num- ber to Ajax and Pickering stu- dents. Nathaniel Gushway, performance, Notre Dame; Brad Butler, performance, Dunbarton; cast of Notre Dame for writing and direct- ing; Laura Klassen, perfor- mance, Pickering; and the crew of J. Clarke Richardson Collegiate in Ajax, for set, were honoured. DDUURRHHAAMM ––––Popular hyp- notist Mike Mandel promises an evening of fun April 11 at the Holiday Inn in Oshawa. Mandel has studied and practised hypnotism for 28 years and the 50-year-old To rontonian is an expert at getting members of his audience into the act. "My show is entirely au- dience participation," he said. The show starts at 9 p.m. Tickets are $17.95 each. For more informa- tion, call 905-576-5101. The Holiday Inn is at 1011 Bloor St. E. Mandel casts his spell Join the discussion atdurhamregion.comElvis puts kids first AAJJAAXX ––––Ladies and gentlemen, Elvis has en- tered the build- ing... A local fund- raising organi- zation is host- ing 'Elvis Priest- ley' at Annan- dale Golf and Curling Club, Friday, March 28. Putting Chil- dren and Fami- lies First is sponsoring the event, featuring Reverend Dori- on Baxter as 'Elvis Priestley' and comic im- pressionist Houston M acPherson. The event also includes dinner, a DJ and danc- ing. Tickets are $25 each. Putting Chil- dren and Fami- lies First is an organization comprised of men and women from across Durham who seek to ed- ucate people and raise awareness of family law and its belief in the inequality of de- cisions regard- ing custody, support and ac- cess issues. Annandale is at the corner of Church and Bayly streets. For more in- formation, call 905-420-5205. Olympian third in 60-metre hurdles NCAA indoor final PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ——It was not to be for Pickering Olympian Perdita Felicien at the 2003 NCAA Indoor Track and Field Champi- onships at the University of Arkansas last weekend. Going for back-to-back national champi- onships in the 60-metre hurdles, the Univer- sity of Illinois athlete finished third in the final, behind winner Lolo Jones of Louisiana State University and Danielle Carruthers of Indiana University. Jones won the race in 8.0 seconds, followed by Carruthers in 8.01 and Felicien in 8.04. Felicien won the title last year in 7.90 sec- onds, which broke the collegiate record. Despite a good start, the Pickering hur- dler ran into difficulties in the middle por- tion of the race. “She got out to a better start in the final than she did in the prelims, but she lost it somewhere in the middle of the race,” her coach, Gary Winckler, told the university’s athletic Web site. “I don’t know if she lost her balance, but down the stretch the other two runners were coming on and Perdita basically got beat by better pure sprinters.” www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 21, 2003 PAGE 31 P PRE-SEASON GOLF CLINICS 416-321-9331 “Space is Limited, Register Now” Visit our Web Site www.metrogolfdome.com Open Everyday 7am To 11pm • Beginner, Intermediate • Beginner, Intermediate & Junior classes available & Junior classes available • Learn the golf fundamentals • Learn the golf fundamentals by Vi ctoria Day by Victoria Day • Cert ified Instructors • Certified Instructors • Begins April 14 - 17 • Begins April 14 - 17 $ 99 99 ONLY PICKERING SOFTBALL ASSOCIATION www.pickeringsoftball.com 24 Hour Info Line: 905-420-6050 Please Remember To Include A Copy Of Your Child’s Birth Certificate And Health Card Sign Up Now And Be A Part Of The Largest Youth House-league Softball Program In Ontario!! Sign up for sponsors, umpires and coaches Sunday Mar. 23rd 11:00am to 1:00pm, O’Brien Room Pickering Recreation Complex & Arena On Valley Farm Rd. South of Hwy. 2 Both Birth certificate and Ontario Health card must be presented upon registration $95 first child $75 each additional sibling INFORMATION 905-420-6050 UMPIRES, SPONSORS, & COACHES 905-837-0606 Information For Other Adult Softball Programs Will Be Available LAST CHANC E FINAL WALK I N REGISTRATI O N Register early to avoid disappointment. Register Now! House League program emphasizing fun/learning and involvement for all players! Eligible players are from birth years 1984 to 1998 T-Ball eligible birth years are 1997 & 1998 (only) “Coach Pitch” for year of birth players - 1996 “Friendly Pitch” for year of birth players - 1995 Select (All Star) Tournament Program for birth years 1984 to 1995 Over 70 teams/800 players in the 2002 PSA Softball Program PSA is the largest Youth House League Softball Program in Ontario Full uniform as well as team & individual photos provided to all players Tr ophies awarded to all participants The best buy for your summer sports dollar in Durham Season runs from mid May to late August - games are twice weekly - no Fridays SSppoorrttss FRIDAY, MARCH 21, 2003 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ AL RIVETT, SPORTS EDITOR Felicien falls short in bid for rare double PPEERRDDIITTAA FFEELLIICCIIEENN Third in 60m hurdles at NCAA indoor finals. BByy BBrriiaann MMccNNaaiirr Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ––––Don’t expect the Oshawa Generals’ 7- 5 season-ending victory over the Peterborough Petes to serve as much of a preview for their up- coming playoff series. The Petes, after all, entered Sunday’s game with the third seed in the OHL’s Eastern Conference locked up and started backup goalie Jeff Mac- Dougald, who struggled badly. But, while goals should be at much more of a premium during the best-of-seven conference quarterfinal (which got under way Thursday in Peterborough after press deadline), some of the nastiness that existed in Sunday’s finale will no doubt carry over when the longtime rivals hook up. “A ll of the games we’ve played up to this point have been hard-fought games and I don’t think anything will change come playoff time,” says Petes coach Rick Allain, whose club won six of eight games between the two clubs. “Goaltending and special teams, you’ve heard it for a long time at this time of the year, they’re im- portant,” adds Allain. “I don’t think this year will be any different.” If that is indeed the case, the Petes figure to have the upper hand. Overage goalie David Currie shone in the second half of the season, as the Petes (32-22-11-3) moved up from seventh to third place in the conference, and Peterborough had su- perior numbers to Oshawa on both ends of special teams play. While clearly underdogs, the Generals (34-30-2- 2) are by no means overmatched against the Petes. If not for a late-season swoon that saw them drop nine straight games before Sunday’s win, the Generals could have easily taken that third seed. And there’s no telling how important Sunday’s win will be in creating a more positive outlook. If the Generals are to pull off the mild upset, they will need goalie Chris Beckford-Tseu to shake off an inconsistent season and step up as he did against the Belleville Bulls in last year’s playoffs. Game 2 goes Friday in Oshawa (7:35 p.m.), Game 3 on Monday, March 24 in Peterborough (7 p.m.) and Game 4 on Tuesday, March 25 in Os- hawa (7:35 p.m.)... Generals, Petes square off Career Training500 CLASS A, D, AND Z Endorse- ment training at Durham College Whitby. Job opportunities for graduates. Call now and reserve your seat. Completion could take less than one month. 905-721- 3368 or 905-721-3340. 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You bring to this role a degree or diploma in a related field, experience in an automotive manufacturing environment, injection moulding, JIT, QS9000, lean manufacturing and the Ontario Health & Safety Act. Interested candidates are invited to send their resumes quoting the appropriate file number PSOTH01 by March 28, 2003 to: Candice Leeder Human Resourc e s Specialist Collins & Ai kman Plastics 165 Milner Avenue, Scarborough, Ontario M1S 4G7 or Fa x: (416) 298-9050 No telephone calls or agencies, please. C&A is an equal opportunity employer. CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE Fast-paced local children's music company seeks well-organized, confident person 3-4 days/week 9-5. Must enjoy speaking to customers and be able to manage time independently. Main responsibilities in- clude assisting customers, taking, processing, and shipping orders. Accuracy crucial, some heavy lifting required. Previous customer service and/or ware- house experience an asset. For more information, please visit www.childrensgroup.com/careers Is seeking 1 s t & 2 n d Line Cooks for t he 2003 season **Only those with prior experience need apply** Fax resume to 905-427-1611 Attention: Chef NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE We are centrally located in Ajax Battlefield Equipment Rentals "G" CLASS DRIVER Currently requires a "G" Class Driv- er for our Ajax location. This posi- tions required you to travel the GTA area delivering equipment and meeting our customer;'s deadlines. You possess a clean drivers ab- stract, excellent written and oral skills, and the ability to drive stan- dard transmission vehicles. We offer competitive wages, excel- lent benefits, a profit sharing/pen- sion plan program and an oppor- tunity for advancement. Fax your resume to: Human Resources Battlefield Equipment Rentals 400 Clements Road West., Ajax, Ontario. L1S 6W8 Fax (905) 427-1078 Email address: BattlefieldHR@Toromont.com No phone calls please We thank everyone who applies; only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. GARDEN CENTRE/LANDSCAPE COMPANY We have immediate openings for the following positions: Garden Centre Assistant Manager- must have relat- ed experience Garden Centre Retail Clerks- experience an asset Grounds Maintenance Foreperson-Must have valid drivers license and experience as crew foreperson Landscape Labourers- experience an asset If you fit any of these positions fax a detailed resume to:905-697-1548, Only those granted an interview will be contacted. HANDYMAN (M/F) Suits retired or semi-retired person. Lawn and garden main- tenance for residential property. Markham location. Call: Call: (905)294-2356 SSI OF PICKERING Requires another team member Looking for enthusiastic, confident per- son with great communication skills, and a desire to work in a terrific at- mosphere, within a team philosophy. We offer a great compensation plan, benefits and a company demonstrator to the right applicant. Automotive experi- ence is a definite asset. Please fax your resume in confidence to: John-Paul Craig, Sales Manager Fax (905) 839-7919 Thank you for submitting your resume, only those qualifying for an interview will be contacted. Consulting engineering firm requires CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR with municipal/development exp. to work in York and Durham regions. Some design skills would be an asset. Fax résumé to: 905-953-8945 505 Careers 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help COOK'S ASSISTANT req'd. Experienced with food prep and light cooking duties. Ajax/ Pickering area. Call 905-428- 9777. DOG GROOMER NEEDED Full Time for very busy shop in Ajax. 905-428–8160. DRIVER required to deliver sani- tation supplies in Toronto & sur- rounding areas. Submit resume to: Jim Carruthers c/o UNDER- WOOD'S, 410 FINLEY AVE. AJAX, ONT. Fax (905) 619-9829. Email -supplies@underwoods.ca AZ DRIVER,3 years experi- ence, minimum age 25, clean abstract. US & Quebec. Health pkg avail. Call 905- 987-5451 or 1-800-834-7049. DYNAMIC DRIVING - Looking to hire AZ Driver immediately for local-Highway-shunt. 3-5 yrs. experience only. Up to date: CVOR, Abstract, Criminal search a must. $16.50 hrly. Please call Karen 905-665-9916. EAST SCARBOROUGH Let- tershop requires reliable indi- vidual for multi-functioned po- sition of machine operator, warehouse & deliveries. Must be able to lift 60lbs. Valid driver's license required. Fax resume to Brian 416-321-5728 or e-mail: gtadm@rogers.com ESTIMATOR REQ'D for paving & interlocking company. Must have previous exp. and own vehicle. Commission based. Call Frank 905-619–9176 EXPERIENCED SKIP Tracers/ Private Investigators needed for busy agency. Great location in Whitby. Salary based on experi- ence. Fax resume to 905-430-8207 FACTORY WORKERS required for Pickering plant. No exp. needed. Contact MPS 416- 483-0611. FRESH AIR,exercise and more. Call for a carrier route in your area today. 905-683–5117. COOK/WAIT STAFF/SERVER experience preferred for fish & chip restaurant. Apply within: Blue Ocean, 2200 Brock Rd.N., Pickering (2 blocks North of Hwy#2) HARMONY CREEK GOLF CENTRE - jobs available for the following positions exp. wait staff for daily restaurant and ban- quet hall, driving range and pro shop staff, greens maintenance staff, dishwashers, Fax resume to (905) 433-7996. Specify posi- tion applying for. INTERLOCK INSTALLERS LANDSCAPERS, Experienced, for contract work for young expanding company in Dur- ham Region. Call Paul any- time 905-925-2246 LANDSCAPE FOREPERSON, 5 years interlock & bobcat experi- ence required. Must have valid drivers license & transportation. Fax resume to: 905-432-0008 LAWN MAINTENANCE company seeks experienced full time work- ers and drivers, will train. Call 665–6615 or fax 905-665-0041 LICENSED ASSISTANT MANAG- ER for Ajax salon. Guaranteed salary/commission, profit shar- ing, great working environment, upgrading, hiring bonus from $100-$350. Store discounts. Also PT stylist position for Oshawa. Call Cheryl (905)723-7323 MANAGER NEEDED for large independent Drug Store in Cobourg. Experience required in mass merchandising, computer- ized P.O.S. systems and Human Resources. Comprehensive ben- efits package available. Salary commensurate with qualifica- tions and experience. Send resume by fax to 905-372-9126. MODELS needed for Toronto and international assign- ments. For info: Call 416-535- 1571 or email: modelcall@mail2world.com MOM'S DREAM!Homebased local nanny placement coordina- tor required part-time, flexible hours. Motivated. HR and Sales experience. $$$ per placement. Fax resume to 416-351-9583 ON CALL ECE needed for an established daycare. Send resumes to: The Children's Place, 320 Ritson Rd. S., Oshawa ON L1H 5J1 or fax 905-434-8708 PART-TIME RECEPTIONIST, evenings/weekends. Well-spo- ken, friendly/multi-task. Respon- sibilities include answering phones, assisting clients/veteri- narians, janitorial work. Resume in person to Rosebank Animal Hospital, 1414 Rosebank Rd. Pickering. No phone calls please. PICKERING BASED portable toi- let company requires service route driver/labourer for units in GTA, York and Durham and for septic tank pumping. Starting rate $11.00 per hour part time and full time required. Please call (905) 831-8189. PT/FT MAINTENANCE person required for busy Property Management Company in Whitby. Basic Electrical, Me- chanical & Plumbing. Fax re- sume to 905-668-9630 RETAIL INVESTIGATORS req'd immediately for Durham Region. F/T & P/T. $11. to $14/ per-hour. Exp. an asset. Fax resume to: 416-751-9973. RETIRED? BORED?WANT TO stay active and enjoy meeting peo- ple? Are you handy, quality mind- ed and have carpentry skills? Interested in working 1-3 flexible days of your choosing per week installing door products? Do you have a van or pick-up truck and own tools? If your answers are yes... we are willing to provide training and good wages for the right person! Call 905-433–2323, resumes being accepted. SECURITY GUARD wanted immediately. Must have reli- able transportation. Fax re- sume to: 905-432-1495. STUCK AT A dead end job? Advancement is our key pri- ority! Get the experience the big corporations are looking for. Willing to train in a variety of areas. Call Meghan for more details. (905) 576-4425. WALTZING WEASEL Courtice NOW HIRING: Experienced bar and wait staff. Must be able to work nights and weekends. Smart Serve Certified. Also Host/Bus Persons required. Please submit resume in person Mon. and Tues. March 24 & 25, 11-5 p.m. pre- ferred. No phone calls please. 1437 King St. East Courtice. WANTED TELEMARKETERS, students welcomed. Full and part time available. No experience necessary. Hourly plus bonus. Call (905) 579–6222 WEEKLY PAYCHECKS!! Simp- ly processing grocery cou- pons PT/FT. 1-800-279-0019 www.supermarketking.com/3497 WORK AT HOME ON-LINE, Part-time, Full-Time, $500- $2000. 1-888-250-5497 www.321itisreal.com WORK AT HOME People needed to do education awareness sur- veys for early childhood develop- ment. Must have a strong com- mand of the English language. No selling or appointment set- ting. Free training provided. Apply in person to: 286 King St. W., Lower Level, Oshawa, ON Tues. Mar. 25 at 10am or 3pm Thur. Mar. 27 at 10am or 3pm Salon & Spa Help514 BEAUTY SALON for sale or lease. -Turnkey transaction. 1500sq.ft. Best offer. Available April 1st. 905-432-8026 F/T HAIRSTYLIST required with experience for busy, friendly salon in mall location. Guaranteed wages +commission. Start imme- diately. John 905-725-2080 (days) or 905-728-3720 (after 9p.m.) SALON CO-ORDINATOR - Valentino's Grande Salon seeks a charismatic individual to join our team, if you are a "people per- son" possess cashiering, retail, and scheduling experience. *Excellent communication skills, computer literacy, a professional voice, a professional appearance, and have an interest in the beau- ty industry. *Are able to work approx. 32 hours, some evenings, and weekends. Bring your resume to 210 Brock Street (Downtown Whitby) Skilled & Technical Help515 EXPERIENCED BRICKLAYERS required. Sub division work. Unionville area. Top rate of Pay. Call 905-985–4208 F/T TRANSMISSION RE&RE person required. 3rd-5th year apprentice or licensed techni- cian. Tools required. Wages dependent on experience. Full benefits. Hours Mon-Fri 8- 5:30. Call 905-432-3935; fax resume 905-432-2384 JOBS TODAY!Automotive, Industrial Engineers, Metal stampings, Technologists/ Technician-metals, QAD, Pro- gressive Tool & Die, CAD: UG, F- Ideas, CATIA, Computer Technology jobs also. Email for FREE 25+ job list. 416-913- 3990X117. rclarke@ INTBIZSearch.com HVAC COMPANY is looking for a Service Technician. Applicant must have a gas-fitter 2 Certificate, clean driving abstract and refrigeration license. We offer excellent wages, benefits, tools & clothing allowance. All applicants interested please fax resume to 905-683-0817 HVAC INSTALLER required mini- mum G2 Gas License, experi- enced for service and installa- tion. Durham area. Call (905)260-0172 or fax resume (905)448-7941. Computer & IT520 COMPUTER TECH wanted, full time in Oshawa. $10/hr, 40- hrs/week starting ASAP. A+ preferred. Send resume by fax 905-404-1905 Office Help525 FULL & PART-TIME Recep- tionist/Assistant required for busy physiotherapy office. Must be flexible, energetic, excellent multi-tasking abilities and be able to work both shifts. Computer skills an asset. Send resume: Whitby Civic Physiotherapy, 555 Ross-land Rd. E., Whitby, L1N 2M8 No phone calls please. PROJECT ADMINISTRATOR/ COORDINATOR - Oshawa area firm requires a self motivated team oriented person experienced with general contractors, who is excep- tionally well organized, has excel- lent communication skills both written and oral, advanced com- puter abilities and can read archi- tectural drawings. Send cover let- ter stating salary expectations with resume. Reply to File #882, Oshawa This Week, P. O. Box 481, Oshawa, Ontario. LlH 7L5 Sales Help & Agents530 BELL SERVICES AGENT Now hir- ing Established Direct Sales company Promoting Sympatico High Speed, and Bell Express Vu's Rental Program for Durham Region. Previous Cable Sales experience an asset. 1-866-588- 3767 CANADIAN GREETING CARD company seeks commissioned sales person to service existing customers and develop new accounts in the Pickering / Durham region. Flexible hours, own car. Fax resume to (905) 625-5995. INSIDE SALES REP full time, for progressive metal distributor. Eastern GTA/Durham Region. Sales experience required. Renumeration package based on qualifications. Please reply to File # 900, c/o Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481, 865 Farewell St. Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 MEDIA CO. REQUIRES ener- getic salespeople to sell Re- creation Facility advertising in Ajax and area. Salary plus Comm. 905-415-0024 or sambrook@rogers.com RETAIL SALES PEOPLE want- ed for cellular phone industry. F/T & P/T avail. Salary, com- mission and bonuses. No ex- perience necessary. Please fax resume to: 905-850-8916 SALES TEAM REQUIRED. Contact Bedwell Freight Sys- tems for appt. 905-686-0002. SALES/ACCOUNT MANAGER self-motivated sales person/ account manager for Ajax based Crane & Equipment rental company. Crane ex- perience an asset. Must be computer literate. email: resumes@dwightcrane.com WE CURRENTLY have an opening for a Sales Associate. This is a permanent part time position with flexible hours. The ideal candidate would be sales and customer oriented with the desire to earn bonus income. You are organized, professional, have a strong customer service orientation and are proficient in MS Of- fice. Excellent verbal and writ- ten communication skills will be key to your success. Prev- ious insurance experience and license would be an as- set. Please forward your re- sume to: Steve Manuel, 58 Rossland Rd. W., Oshawa, Ontario. LlG 2V5 or via fax at (905) 725-3403. Retail Sales Help532 CANADA'S LARGEST mattress manufacturer looking for full time and part time sales associ- ates for retail showroom in Durham. Thorough sales training provided. Please fax resume to (905) 624-3054. RETAIL SALES PERSONS re- quired for busy sporting goods specialty shop. Part time evenings and weekends. We are looking for friendly, outgoing people with some retail sales experience. Please fax or email your resume to: Source For Sports, Fax: 905-683-2505. E- mail to: source@look.ca Hospital/Medical/ Dental535 CERTIFIED Dental Assistant required for Pickering office. (Go train accessible). Mon. Tues. Thurs. 7:30 a.m - 3 p.m Fax resume to: 905-839-9381. CERTIFIED LEVEL 2 PDA Full- Time position in Oshawa. Great opportunity for a self motivated, individual with good people skills & a posi- tive, pleasant attitude. Excel- lent hours. Please reply to fax number (905) 434-8520 Attn. Mary CERTIFIED VENIPUNCTURIST / ECG TECHNICIAN required for busy Lab. We require a self-motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills for this full-time, day-shift po- sition. Previous experience is required. Only those applic- ants selected for an interview will be contacted. Please for- ward resume to: C. Murczek, Medical Associates of Port Perry, 462 Paxton St., Port Perry, ON, L9L 1P2 Fax: (905) 985-8931 FRIENDLY DENTAL Hygienist required for busy Ajax office, 2 Saturdays/month and possi- bly one evening/week. Call Lucy (905)427–1443 or fax resume to (905)427-9651 DENTAL ASSISTANT, Dental Receptionist and Hygienist required in Dental practice in Northumberland. No evenings or weekends. Reply in con- fidence to: Box #138, c/o Northumberland News, Unit #212, 884 Division St., Co- bourg, Ontario, K9A 5V6. DENTAL HYGENTIST required part time for maternity leave. Experience necessary. Please call Nicole at (905) 666–1555 or fax resume to (905) 666-1905. DENTAL, ESTABLISHED,car- ing Ajax office required recep- tionist F/T maternity leave. Must be organized with excel- lent language and computer skills. (905) 683-3811 P/T DENTAL ASSISTANT/RE- CEPTIONIST. Every 2nd Tuesday 1-8pm, every Friday 12-4:30pm w/possibly more hours time-to- time. Must be Harp Certified, computer exp. preferred. Fax resume to: 905-728-6736 PART-TIME HYGIENIST, po- sition required 1 Saturday per month, please deliver resume in person to Whitby Dental Centre, Attention Dr. Ho, 3- 1101 Brock St. S., Whitby. PODIATRY ASSISTANT to work in a very busy health facility in Whitby. Medical knowledge is helpful but not necessary. 30 - 34 hours per week. Resume required. Call (905) 725-3849. RMT POSITION available. Successful candidate must be a team player and experi- enced. Fax resume to (905) 666-4887 or Email to: nadera@the-stress-shop.com VERSA CARE CENTRE Ux- bridge Immediate openings for part time RN & RPN. Please fax resume to: 905-852-0117 Attn: Elizabeth Batt 905-852- 5191. Veterinary Help536 VETERINARY ASSISTANT re- quired in Pickering, weekdays 2:30 - 7:30 pm., Saturdays. Experience required. Please fax cover letter and resume to: 905-420-5799. Houses For Sale100 OPEN HOUSE on child friend- ly court SAT - SUN 1-4 p.m. 109 Foxhunt Trail Courtice/ Oshawa. This deceptively large 5 level side split JEF- FERY-BUILT home is located on a huge fenced 60' pie shaped lot. 3200 sq.ft., open concept living space featur- ing; main floor laundry, fire- place, 2 walkouts with deck, 4 bath's, 3+1 bedrooms, 2 car garage, 2 fridges, 2 stoves, dishwasher, gas heat, central vac., huge basement apart- ment (large full-sized wind- ows, walkout, 2 storage rooms, cold room). $279,900 (905) 434-7238 (Townline S. to Kingsway Gate - Empire Cres.-Foxhunt Trail) RAVINE DREAM high on a ridge overlooking city. Spec- tacular sunsets, 2 walkouts, spa room with sunken hot tub suspended on illuminated glass blocks and gas fire- place. Very private 4 bed- rooms++, Big kitchen. Close to schools, shopping, nature in Suburbia. $248,900. Private Sale. Oshawa. $500 Finders Fee (905)433–7083 www.area46.com/house A MUST SEE!Immaculate 6- year old 3-bedroom brick home, prime-Ajax Durham Center location. Beautifully finished basement. CAC gas- fireplace, recently painted, 3- appliances, 168sq.ft.patio, OPEN HOUSE Mar. 22-23& Mar. 27-30, 11a.m-6p.m. 11 Booth Cres. Asking $239,000. 905-686-3138 IMMACULATE BRICKED D/C gar. home in Courtice near 401, school/parks. 4 bath/R, 3+1 bed/R, ensuite, h/w floors, W/O deck, 2 F/Places, main floor L/R, F bsmt., in-law apt. Cvac, A/C, F/A gas, fenced lot, landscaped b/f, include appl/ win. covering. Price $288,000.00. Contact (905) 718-8579. RARE PRIVACY, UNIQUE home on 2 acres of forest & meadow in peaceful Green- wood (Taunton/Westney) 5 minutes to 407. $575,000. Call (905)683–6266 www3.sympatico.ca/ruthy.race DURHAM AREA, Bunga- low, 3-bdrm with 2-bdrm basement apt w/separate en- trance. Also 3-bdrm link $168,885. Call Mincom First, Frank Hawes 905-261-6767. Fast closings available. NORTH OSHAWA,346 Pom- pano Crt. $171,000. 3-bdrm, 2 storey, park behind, separate basement apartment/office, private mature court, uniquely decorated. SHOWS 10! Leave message 905-432-2554. WHITBY - 2 bedroom bunga- low. Clean, gas heating, no smoking, no pets. $950/mth plus utilities. First/last re- quired, references. Available April 1. 905-668–3736 NEWCASTLE - 3 bedroom bungalow, beautiful lot, new garage, finished basement. Open-House March 23rd, 1-4 p.m. 492 Sunset Blvd. $190,000. 3+1 BEDROOM HOME for sale by owner, Westney Heights, Ajax. Many upgrades and ingound pool. Call (905)686–3428 for viewing appointment. 0% COMMISSION.The expo- sure you need to sell private- ly. On line website ad and free biweekly newspaper www.privateexchange.com 905-426-5699 Out-of-Town Properties120 MONTAGUE,PEI summer re- treat or year round 2 storey home, 2 baths, large country kitchen, many renovations, large treed lot w/private back yard. Five minute walk to town marina. 15 minute drive to sandy beach at Pamure Is. 10min drive to 2 renowned 18 hole golf courses at Bredenell. $89,000 Phone (902)838-4532 weekdays after 6pm, anytime weekend. Pictures upon re- quest. snc Lots & Acreages135 P.E.I. TWO 10 ACRE lots on quiet paved country road. 7 acres clear, 3 wooded with brook running through wooded area. 10 min. to Panmule Is- land Beach, 15 min. form (2) 18 hole renowned golf cours- es at Burdenell. $49,000 each. Phone (902) 838-4532 week- days after 6 p.m., anytime on weekends. snc Indust./ Comm. Space145 CENTRAL WHITBY, HEATED storage units in clean indus- trial building, various sizes, dock level, 10'x10' $100/ month. Also ideal for house- hold storage. Movers avail- able. Call Karen (905)576– 1685. INDUSTRIAL UNITS- Ware- house Storage close to Osha- wa Centre, 1 1/2 bay with roll up door, accessiable for trucks, plus side door, $850 inclusive; one bay unit $650; storage, 24 hour access. Short lease considered. 905- 576-2982 or 905-626-6619. SHOP FOR RENT - approx. 1600 sq. ft. suitable for auto repair, woodworking or land- scaping etc. Located at Brock Rd./ Hwy 7, close to 407. Available immediately. $1250+utilities/month. 905- 649–2680 or 705-657-8116. Office & Business space150 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, Veltri Complex, Bowmanville. 68 King Street East. Office/Re- tail Rental Space. Parking & Wheelchair Accessible. Space ranging from 760-sq.ft to 2496-sq.ft. For more infor- mation call: 905-623-4172 MAIN FLOOR PROFESSION- AL office, 1305sq.ft. Dundas/ Garden, $1958/month in- cludes taxes & utilities. Ran- dolph Lengauer, Sutton Group Status (905)436–0990. SMALL, BRIGHT, Profession- al Office: Furnished, High Speed Internet & Voice Mail. $400 per month. Call 905-428- 0956 Business Opportunities160 FABULOUS LOCATION down- town Port Perry clothing busi- ness for sale with or without inventory. Call Larry 905-474- 9800 HOLLANDIA BAKERIES Limit- ed is now looking for a quali- fied Independent Sales Dis- tributor for the Durham Re- gion. For more information please fax inquiries 519-264- 9697. Apts. & Flats For Rent170 1 AVAILABLE ONE BED- ROOM Penthouse Apt, Osha- wa N. Corner unit, balcony, appliances, utilities, laundry, quiet building. $768. /mo. available April or May 1st. 905-436-9785. 1-BEDROOM BSMT quiet home, SE Oshawa; suits sin- gle non-smoker; parking, util- ities, basic cable, appliances included; no pets; April 1st. $655/mo; references. first/ last. 905-433–1197 after 1pm. 2 BEDROOM clean lower lev- el apt. Simcoe/Olive location. First/last required. NO pets. Available April 1st. $675/mo+ utilities. Call 289-314-1668. PICKERING, 2-BEDROOM basement in exclusive en- clave. 10ft. ceilings, gas fire- place, dishwasher, cable, sat- ellite, laundry, separate en- trance, gorgeous and huge! $1100 inclusive. May 1st.. (905)619–9176 OSHAWA CENTRAL 1-bdrm $575+ Clean, quiet, bright. No dogs, First/last, references required. Avail. March/April. Call 1-416-899-3813. TWO 2-BEDROOM APTS., quiet Brooklin neighborhood, separate entrance, laundry, parking, basic satellite includ- ed. $875 ea. plus 1/3 utilities. No pets/smoking. Avail. Mar. 30 +June 1. 905-683-3729 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY- N.Oshawa, close to all ameni- ties; 1 bedroom $700, and 1 bedroom & computer room $800, all inclusive w/laundry/ parking. No pets. Working professional preferred. 416- 414-6716. AJAX - HARWOOD/401,legal one bedroom large basement apt. $650+. UPPER-level 3- bedrooms, $1000/mo/first/last/ references, both available im- mediately. 905-509–2335 after 4 p.m. AJAX 2-BEDROOM BASE- MENT apartment, separate entrance, one parking, ap- pliances, basic cable, sepa- rate laundry, suits non-smok- ing professional couple/sin- gle. No pets, available imme- diately $865/month. First/last/ references. 905-426-5857. AJAX HWY#2/WESTNEY, Large professionally finished 1-bedroom basement. Air, one-parking, separate en- trance, 4-piece-bath. No pets, non smoking. $750 in- clusive, available April 1st/ May 1st. 905-427-6405 AJAX LEGAL 2-bedroom basement, sep entrance, laundry, parking, quiet neigh- bourhood, no pets/Smoking, first/last. May 1. $775 inclu- sive. (905)686–8104 or (905)767-2642. AJAX, 2-bdrm basement, separate entrance, 1-car parking, first/last, references. Available immediately. 905- 428–1861 AJAX, NEW 2-BDRM base- ment, separate entrance, ap- pliances, laundry. $825 inclu- sive. First/last, credit check required. No smoking/pets. Available immediately. Call 905-426–8302 AJAX, WESTNEY/DELANEY, One bdrm split level apt, $675 + 30% utilities. ALSO avail. rooms $450 each. Avail. im- mediately. First/last. 905- 619–8799 AVAILABLE May 1ST. 2 bed- room apt. downtown Oshawa. Large fenced yard, sep. en- trance, landlord pays utilities $875/month. First/last. 905- 725-2108. BRIGHT OPEN CONCEPT bache- lor apartment in north Oshawa. Fully furnished, all inclusive with cable plus. $675/mo. No smok- ing, no pets. (905)432–3852. BASEMENT APARTMENT,open concept, appliances, parking. No smoking/pets. Near Pickering TC, 401. Available immediately. $670/month inclusive. Call Helen 905-427-5347 BEAUTIFUL 3-BEDROOM main- floor bungalow. Liverpool/Bayly, hardwood floors, 4-appliances, central-air, newly decorated, well maintained, steps to mall/Go, ample parking, half utilities, no smoking/dogs. $1175/month 416-518-8730. BLOOR/RITSON one bedroom basement apt, no smoking/pets, heat, hydro, cable, laundry, park- ing included. $750/month. Available April 1. First/last, refer- ences required. 905-720–1168 CLEAN 1-BEDROOM $770/ month, utilities included. Sim- coe and Mill area, small quiet apartment building. Call for appointment (905)579-9890. EXCELLENT AREA near Oshawa hospital. Large clean well kept main floor, 2 plus bedrooms, includes laundry facilities, park- ing, fridge, stove. From $850 per month. Available April lst. Call Pat (905) 263–2228 HARWOOD/KINGSTON one- bedroom basement, spacious 3-bedroom main floor with deck/gazebo, $900/$1400 per/ month inclusive gas, water, hydro, fridge, stove A/C and shared laundry. Near GO/401 and amenities Call (416)566– 3454 Furnished or Unfurnished Basement Apt. $650-$750 No smoking, no pets Westney/Raven- scroft 905-428-7959 AJAX newly renovated, 1-bdrm bsmt apt, ceramic tiles, hollywood kitchen, carpet- ing, cedar bathroom. Sep. ent., near amenities, Avail. April 1st. $750 basic util. incl. Prefer single, non-smoker. (905)427–1416 ATTENTION: Registration officers required. $17.50/hour avg. We train you Call Tim 905-435-0280 SUPERINTENDANT/ HANDYMAN For Oshawa apt. Must have skills in: • Repairs • Leasing • Administration 416-485-7859 CLASSIFIED CUSTOMER SERVICE News Advertiser re- quests that advertisers check their ad upon publication as News Ad- vertiser will not be re- sponsible for more than one incorrect insertion and there shall be no li- ability for non-insertion of any advertisement. Liability for errors in ads is limited to the amount paid for the space occu- pying the error. All copy is subject to the appro- val of management of News Advertiser. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, March 21, 2003 PAGE 33 A/P FT INSIDE SALES REPRESENTATIVE Ajax Direct Mail Co. seeks sales oriented, target driven individual to join their Customer Service Team. 2 yrs. call centre/customer service experience & 1 yr. telemarketing experience is essential. The candidate must be a self-motivator with a talent for multi-tasking & good organization. Bilingual ability is advantageous. Fax resume to Karen at 905-686-4697 *Only qualified applications will be considered. 530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents Oshawa This Week is Seeking a Sales Representative To work on a contract basis selling advertising in a Big Print Phone Book. Requirements: • Inside & Outside Sales Experience • Excellent Communication Skills • Professional and Positive Demeanor • Ambitious Interested applicants should forward resume to E. Kolo Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481, 865 Farewell St., Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 Fax (905)579-4218 Choose Your Hours! Choose Your Income ! Freelance ad Sales Rep s required for upscale magazines and special interest publications in Durham and GTA. You must be seasoned sales professional; • choose the products you sell • flexible hours • competitive commissions • professional growth opportunities Please forward resumes to: Director of Advertising 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax. L1S 2H5 fax: 905-619-9068 dfletcher@durhamregion.com Metroland Torstar Media Publications Our good food and low prices keep us busy! We need more help!!! COOKS REQUIRED Must Be Experienced $12.00 per hr. Apply within Pickering Town Centre (905) 839–2507 OWASCO RV LTD. 2000 Champlain Ave. Whitby Requires an experiences SALES PERSON for our state of the art facility. Please fax resume to: David Cook (905)668-9734 or email to david.cook@owasco.com 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help Absolute Privacy on 2 acres A unique 2 storey brick 3000 sq. ft. home in a private natural paradise of forest and meadow (238’x399’) in peaceful, friendly Greenwood (Taunton & Westney). A view for miles. 5 minutes to 407, 2 woodburning fireplaces, huge jacuzzi, hardwood floors. $575,000. 905-683-6266 www3.sympatico.ca/ruthy.race 100 Houses For Sale 100 Houses For Sale MANORS OF BRANDYWINE 45 GENERATION BLVD. APT 122__________________________________ Hwy. 401 & Meadowvale Blvd. 1, 2 & 3 bedroom suites available. Freshly painted with new carpets, blinds, and ceiling fans. Air conditioned, close to schools, shopping and Toronto Zoo. Call to view:(416) 284-2873 Email: brandywine@goldlist.com 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 100 Houses For Sale 110 Apartments/Condos For Sale 110 Apartments/Condos For Sale HARWOOD/KINGSTON RD. Rooms for rent in quiet executive home. Washer, dryer, cable incl. Available immediately. 416-595- 9526, 416-826-0340. LARGE 1 bedroom, 2nd-floor apartment. Quiet N/E Oshawa A/C, parking, $675/all inclu- sive. References/first/last re- quired. Available April 1. After 6, 905-728-2840. CLEAN, 2-BDRM in very quiet, smoke-free triplex in Oshawa. $750 plus hydro. First/last, references. Suitable for single person. April 1st. (905)623–2143, 6-10pm. LARGE RAISED BASEMENT 1-bedroom apartment with eat-in kitchen, $800/month, first/last required, April 1, non- smoking house. Call Kris or Lee (905)728–7693 LIVERPOOL/BAYLY,1-bedroom 2-level apartment. No pets, non- smoker. Separate entrance. Available April 1st. First/last, refer- ences required. Call (905)831–8259 or 647-287-8259. N. OSHAWA, 1 bedroom, base- ment, quiet street, non smoker, no pets, $725 inclusive. Parking. Call 905-436–1623. NEWLY RENOVATED, large 1- bedroom, bsmt. apt., Otter Creek-Whitby. 1-parking, sep. ent., shared laundry, appliances, cable incl. no pets/smoking, $800./mo. Avail. Apr.1. 6:30- 10:00pm 905-430–8659 ONE BEDROOM APT.available May 1st. Downtown Pickering, close to 401. Appliances, laundry fac., $825/month, first/last. Call 905-686-4229 ONE BEDROOM APT.No parking, Walk to Go and O.P.G. $600/mo. Available April 1st. Suit single working person. 905- 837–8849 OSHAWA - OXFORD OFF MILL One, Two & Three bedrooms in quiet building. Balcony, living room, dining room, monthly rent $715., $865, $930. inclusive. No dogs please. April lst. Call 905-721-2232. OSHAWA - Spacious one bed- room available April 1st. Not suitable for pets. Require 1st/last months rent/credit application. $800/mo. Betty Crook, RE/MAX Ability 905-434-7777. OSHAWA APTS.- Bachelor, 1 and 2 bedroom, newer build- ings. Includes utilities, park- ing. Laundry on-site. No dogs. Building #1 905-432-8914, Building #2, #3, #4 905-571- 0425 or for all 1-888-558- 2622/ 416-473-9173. OSHAWA APTS.professional new ownership/management, newly renovated 2+3 bedrooms from $800, new appliances. Building upgrades to include: security cameras, new windows and more! On transit route, near schools/amenities. 905-404-4002 OSHAWA main floor 3-bdrm A/C, hot-tub, parking, large deck, 4 appliances+dish- washer, 2 washrooms, first/ last. $1100+hydro & gas. May 3. 905-243–4287 OSHAWA ONE-BEDROOM Available April 1st, 350 Malaga Rd. $670/month all inclusive. No pets. Please call any time 905- 576-6724 or 289-314-1999 OSHAWA,large 3 bedroom upper 2 floors of house, new carpet, hardwood, paint & electrical. Available April 1, $985 inclusive, first/last. Call Pete at 905-439-2187. OSHAWA,2 bedroom near- bus route/schools, laundry, facilities, new windows, new carpet throughout, new kitchen floor, parking for 2, $800+, first/last req. 905-431–3396 PICKERING BASEMENT apt. Laundry/cable. 1 minute from 401, plaza within walking dis- tance, newly renovated, full kitchen, ceramics, non-smoker preferred. $725. Suits one per- son. 905-626-5882 Mike. PICKERING 2-Bedroom base- ment. 4 appliances, 2-car park- ing, close to schools, shopping, GO. $850+1/2 utilities. Available May 1st. Richard - Days 416- 865-7864 Evenings/Weekends 905-686-9662. PICKERING - Brock/Finch. ONE bedroom basement apt.,. walkout, sep. entrance, appliances, laundry fac., garage, parking, $800/inclu- sive. First/last. Available immedi- ately. 905-831-0951 PICKERING quiet self-contained basement apt. Close to major transportation/shopping centre, quiet neighborhood. Separate entrance, utilities included. Non- smokers. $750/month. Avail. May 1st. (905)839-6176. PICKERING 401/WHITES, LARGE newly-renovated one bedroom walkout basement apt. Parking, private entrance, private laundry, $725/inclusive. A must see. 905-831-2564. PICKERING, Large 2-bedroom basement apartment, quiet neighbourhood. Separate en- trance. $850 inclusive. First/last. No pets, non-smokers please. Available IMMEDIATELY. Hasan 416-600-8157 (cnc) PICKERING, LIVERPOOL/BAYLY, large bright spacious bachelor bsmt apt., a/c, cable, private entrance, share kitchen/bath. Close to shopping/GO. $480+utilities. Prefer profes- sional person. No pets/smoking. 1st/last/ref. Avail. immediately. 905-831-3655. WHITBY EXECUTIVE-central location- 3 large bedroom apt. in very nice-quiet building. Washer/dryer/parking. Avail- able April 2003. 905-728-8041 weekdays after 5 . REGENCY PLACE - 15 Regency Cres., Whitby. 50+ Adult Lifestyle Apt. Complex. Clean quiet build- ing, across from park. Close to downtown. Daily activities incl. All utilities included. Call 905- 430-7397. www.realstar.ca SIMCOE NORTH on Russett 2- bdrm. good location, bright well maintained quiet 12-plex. Nice neighbourhood; Close to shop- ping, bus. $860. heating Cable/ parking/included, newly decorat- ed, laundry facilities. No dogs. 905-576–2982. after 9am. Also storage units available 24/hr. access. SIMCOE & BLOOR,2-bed- room apartment, $800 month- ly. 1-bedroom apartment $600 monthly. All inclusive. Call Abe (416)293–6297 SIMCOE S. TRI.- 3 bedrooms, appliances, laundry, parking, $875/month+hydro. Available April 1st. 905-666–8004 SIMCOE ST. N.,Oshawa, luxury 2 bedroom, air, 5 appliances, $1,360. per mo. Available from May 15 lst. Call (905) 571–3760 SIMCOE/MILL OSHAWA Quiet building near shopping, transporta- tion. Utilities included. 1-bdrm, immediately, April 1st, $729/mo., 905-436-7686 until 7:30pm. TESTA HEIGHTS -2 TESTA RD. UXBRIDGE One & two bedroom apts. available. Con- veniently located in Uxbridge in adult occupied building. Weekly tenant activities. Call 905-852-2534 www.realstar.ca VICTORIAN MANSION, large, sunny upper 1 bedroom apart- ment in Olde Whitby. Near downtown, amenities and Go station. Available May lst. For more information (905) 697- 8476 or 905-665–9393. WALKOUT 1-BDRM basement apartment, prefer working pro- fessional. $850/mo. utilities included, private laundry. Available April 1, May 15 or 31. First/last. (905)831–4068, (416)882-1248. WHITBY - 2 bedroom apt. in small building. April 1st. $860 inclusive. First/last. Parking one- car. Laundry avail. Minutes N. of Go Train/401. New fridge, stove, no dogs. 905-666-3338 days; 905-832-2722 eve. OSHAWA 1-BEDROOM available April 1st. $610/month. all inclu- sive. Whitby, bright 2-bedroom basement apt $849/month hydro included. Available April 15th. (905)666–8639. WHITBY - Brock/Rossland, 2 bedrooms, 4pc. bath, laundry, no smoking/pets. $795/inclu- sive. Available immediately. Call 905-665-5284. WHITBY bright new 1 bed- room basement apt. Separate entrance, 48"x30" windows, A/ C, ADT security, fridge/stove, microwave, 3pc. bath +laun- dry. No smoking/pets. $750 all inclusive, available imme- diately. 905-424-3450 WHITBY PLACE, 900 DUN- DAS ST. E.,One and two bed- room units available, park like setting, close to down- town, low rise bldg, laundry facilities, balcony, parking. 905-430–5420. www.reals- tar.ca WHITBY, 1-bdrm basement, separate entrance, laundry, parking. Suitable for single fe- male. No smoking. Avail. April 1st. $650 inclusive. First, last. 905-723–5551 or 416- 995-3466 Apts. & Flats Wanted175 Condominiums For Rent180 COLLINGWOOD, Cranberry, 3 bedroom, 3 baths, fireplace, fully equipped, ski season $6500. 905-294-6776. GARDEN/HWY 2,3 bedroom condo, 1,300 sq. ft. quiet building, $l,100 per mo. inclu- sive. Call (905) 666-4723. Leave message LARGE ONE BEDROOM, den, solarium, s/e exposure, one 4pc ensuite, one-3pc, lots of ameni- ties, available May 1st. $1300 inclusive. Pickering. 416-434- 5829. SOUTH PICKERING,large 3- bdrm condo, spectacular lakeview, near shopping/GO, $985 inclusive, first/last. 905-839–4659 TWO - 2 BEDROOM condos, 2 baths, Westney/Hwy 2. Avail- able May lst and June lst. $1,300 per mo. plus utilities. Telephone(416) 462-7365. Houses For Rent185 A-ABA-DABA-DO, OWN YOUR OWN HOME! 6 months free! From $550/month OAC, up to $6,000 cash back to you, $30,000+ family income. Short of down payment? For spectacu- lar results Great Rates. Call Ken Collis, Associate Broker, Coldwell Banker RMR Real Estate (905)728-9414, or 1-877-663- 1054, kencollis@sympatico.ca A ABSOLUTELY ASTOUNDING 6 months free, then own a house from $600/month o.a.c. Up to $5,000 cash back to you! Require $30,000+family income and good credit. Short of down payment? Call Bill Roka, Sales Rep. today! Re/Max Spirit (905) 728-1600, 1-888-732-1600. COURTICE 3-bedroom house, 2yrs old, detached, 1825sq.ft., 2-1/2 baths, FAG, C/A, fireplace. 3 appliances, 2 car garage, avail- able May 1st. $1325/month plus utilities. No pets, no smoking. First/last. (905)432-9485. 3 BEDROOM HOUSE East Oshawa, $1200/month plus utili- ties, first/last. Available immedi- ately. Call Dave 905-259-6760. AAA-Grandview North/Atha- basca Oshawa. Excellent neigh- bourhood, extra-clean duplex, upper unit 2 bedrooms $1350/ inclusive; lower unit 3 bedrooms $1250/inclusive. Appliances included, laundry available. No pets/no smoking. Full use of yard. Plenty parking. 905-424-1125. AJAX, SOUTH, 3-bedroom 2 floors. $1000 plus part utili- ties. Available April 1st. Park- ing. Steve (905)428–2853 leave message. BEAUTIFUL BRAND NEW 3 bed- room home. Whites/401. Available immediately. Gas fireplace, laun- dry, parking, garage, backyard, newly painted. 2 min. walk to Go, near amenities. $1200/mo.+ 2/3 utilities. Call Inez 905-420-5789 BRAND NEW WHITBY - 3 bed- room 21/2 baths, air condi- tioned/garage. $1495 + utilities. First & deposit. No pets. April 1st. 905-432-5281, 416-568-9376. COURTICE, 2 BEDROOM bright clean upper level, new carpets, nice yard, no smoking/pets. $1,100 inclusive. (905) 665–1905 FOR RENT South Pickering, main floor, detached bungalow, close to lake, air, 3 bedrooms, 6 appli- ances parking for 2 cars, share garden and laundry, April lst. $l,250 monthly plus utilities Call (905) 420–1688 OSHAWA, 2 1/2 Bdrm. Park & 401, near school, 2 entranc- es, $1,200 plus utilities, 4 ap- pliances. Available April lst, First/last, references/credit check. (905)666-1519 PICKERING ALTONA Rd., nearly new 4 bedroom detached home, quiet St., appliances, air, avail- able May,1 $1650 plus. Condolyn Management 905-428–9766 TAUNTON/SOMERVILLE 3 +1 bedroom home available April 1. Close to school +shopping. No pets. References. Call 905-430-2905 WHITBY, 4 bedrooms, Man- ning/Anderson area, available May 1st. Appliances included. No pets. First/last required $1375/month +utilities. Call 905-986-4358 Townhouses For Rent190 AJAX,Westney/Monarch, upper level, 3-bedrooms, parking space, 5- appliances, utilities included. Close to all amenities. $1200 month, first/last/refer- ences, no pets, 905-686–7086. CARRIAGE HILL - 122 COL- BORNE ST. E., OSHAWA - 2 & 3 bedrooms available. Close to school and downtown shopping. (905) 434-3972. www.realstar.ca NORTH OSHAWA - Rossland Harmony. Renovated 4 bedrooms, air, garage, finished basement, including water, $1200. Hydro and gas extra. (905) 472–8947 NORTH OSHAWA - very clean 3 bedroom, walkout basement. 4 appliances, exterior maintenance, pool, and garage included. $1175+utilities. Available May 1st. Leave message 416-358-8492. TAUNTON TERRACE - 100 TAUNTON RD. E., OSHAWA 3 bedrooms w/without garage. 3 appliances, hardwood flooring Outdoor pool, sauna, Children's playground Close to all ameni- ties. Fenced backyards. 905- 436-3346. www.realstar.ca WHITBY - "The way you want to live" - Cozy 3 bedrooms, 3 bath- rooms, fin. basement with walkout to patio and fenced backyard, 5 appliances, c/air, just steps to every amenity possible. Transportation, shopping, schools, parks, restau- rants, $1350+utilities. 905-430- 1814 or 905-668-3788. Rooms For Rent & Wanted192 AA CLOSE TO downtown Oshawa room for rent. Quiet male preferred. $400/month inclusive. Available April 1st. Call (905)721–0443 HARWOOD/ROSSLAND, for those who want something better, fully furnished bed/sit- ting room, TV, cable, air, kitchen, laundry, all inclusive. Just bring your toothbrush! No smoking/pets. (905)686–3437 YOUNG PROFESSIONAL,spa- cious beautiful room in upscale large house looking for occu- pant. Ajax/Pickering. Non-smok- ing preferred. Facilities/parking. $475/month. First/last, refer- ences. (416)995–6138 WHITBY Basement - 2 rooms & upper level 1 room avail. imme- diately. Suit female. Each $425/month inclusive. Call 905- 665–6946 LOOKING FOR 2 mature gentle- men preferred to share com- pletely furnished 4 bedroom top- floor of bungalow across from Oshawa Centre. TV, cable, park- ing, laundry fac. available. Big backyard, $490/each/first/last. 905-723-5325. SINGLE BEDROOM (furnished) for rent, shared kitchen and bath. Cable, internet, no telephone. No smoking/pets. First/last $400/month. Wilson/Olive Oshawa 905-579–1896 WHITBY,GARDEN/MANNING large bedsitting room with 4pc. bath & fridge, $650 inclusive, avail. April 1st. 905-665–8462. Shared Accommodation194 A LARGE ROOM in beautiful, clean, non-smoking home. Share with gay owner. Near King/ Stevenson, walk to O.C., parking. $450/month. (905)723–0880 HARMONY/ROSSLAND 3-bed- room house to share w/owner. Furnished, appliances. Includes laundry. Working, non-smoking female preferred. $400/month inclusive. Immediate. 905- 626–6024. NON-SMOKING professional, to share 4-bedroom home. Heated pool. Full use of all facilities. Rent negotiable. Liberty/Hwy.2. Bowmanville. Available now. (416) 888–3451 BRAND NEW BACHELOR apt in Whitby house w/separate entrance. Includes h/w floor- ing, laundry, deep tub in bath- room, share large deck. $595+ phone. (416)209-4857. WHITBY, THICKSON/ROSS- LAND share home with owner Non-smoking, mature female preferred or mother with well- behaved child. $475/month plus utilities(negotiable), Call (905)579–8118. Campers, Trailers,Sites215 40' GOLDEN FALCON Cottager, park model, 1988, includes shed, new deck, new permanent awning, a/c, 2 tip-outs, 2 large separate bedrooms, full bathroom, profes- sionally landscaped. Bellhaven Trailer Park, Bobcaygeon, in the heart of the Kawarthas. (905)430–7308 after 4pm. HUNTER'S DELIGHT - 9ft. slide in TRUCK CAMPER, 2 beds, stove with oven, fridge, furnace, washroom and hot water, can be seen at Castle- ton Hills Trailer Park, Lot 4 or call 1-866-241-2224 or 905- 344-7838. Tutoring279 Poultry and Livestock305 WANTED: FEMALE Muscovy duck. Call (905)655–7845 snp Bargain Centre309 FRIDGE $150.AND STOVE $200., white, good working condition 905-471–3280 FURNITURE - couch-set, di- ningroom-set, bunkbeds, deep-freezer, work-station. All items $400 or under 905-619– 1627 or 416-302-5466. SOFA BED,twin size $340; fold-away bed 39"wX5" thick mattress $175; freezer, 7cubic ft. $210; plant stands, wrought iron $50 each. 905-509–2588 Articles For Sale310 LEATHER JACKETS, 1/2 price, purses from $9.99, lug- gage from $29.99, wallets from $9.99. Everything must Go! Family Leather, 5 Points Mall, Oshawa 905-728–9830 (416)439-1177 Scarborough CARPETS - lots of carpets. I will carpet 3 rooms ( 30 sq. yd.) Commercial carpets for $319.00. Residential or Berber carpets for $389.00. Includes carpet, premi- um pad, expert installation. Free, no pressure estimate. Norman (905) 686-2314. DANBY FREEZER 5 CU. FT. 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. 7 PCE. DARK OAK dining room suite, pedestal table, two exten- sion leaves, seats 12. $l,000. Telephone (905) 665–4776 A KING pillowtop mattress set with frame. New in plastic, cost $1599. Sacrifice $650. 647-271-4534. A-1 CARPETS & HARDWOOD SALE - 20 oz. Commercial carpet, installed with pad $285 (30 yds.). Berber carpet installed with pad from $375 (30 yds.). Special Buy - 40 oz. Nylon carpet, neutral colours $10.50 yd./$1.16 sq. ft. Hardwood flooring 3/4" thick from $4.95 sq. ft. Other great deals available. Free shop at home ser- vice. Durham to Northumberland area. SAILLIAN CARPETS 905- 242-3691 or 905-373-2260. PLAYSTATION MOD CHIPS PS1 chip $60; PS2 chip $95- $200; XBOX chip $200. All work guaranteed. Inquire about our new/used games. Call East of Whitby (905)924- 2097 or West of Whitby (905)420-8829 PIANO/CLOCK SALE Roland digital pianos, Samick 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 pay- ments apply. Call TELEP PIA- NO (905) 433-1491. www.Tel- ep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UN- DERSOLD! AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES HANK'S APPLIANCES. Fridg- es $100/up, stoves $150/up, washers & dryers $350/pr. Washers $175/up, dryers $150/up. Stackable washer/ dryer $499/up. Portable dish- washer $175/up. Dehumidifi- ers $100. Chest freezers $175/ up Large selection of ap- pliances. Visit our showroom. Parts/sales/service. 426 Sim- coe St.S. Mon-Fri 8-6pm, Sat 9-5pm, Sun 11-4pm. (905)728-4043. ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. Amazing Electronics, 601 Dundas St. W. Whitby. Call (905)665–7732. BED, QUEEN PILLOWTOP, mattress, box, frame. Never used. still packaged cost $1025, sell $450. Call 647- 271-4534 BEDROOM SET, 8pce cherry- wood. Bed, chest, tri-dresser, mirror, night stands, dovetail construction. Never opened. In boxes. Cost $9000, Sacri- fice $2800. 416-748-3993 CARPETS SALE & HARD- WOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $329. (30 sq. yd.) Includes: carpet, pad and in- stallation. Free estimates, carpet repairs. Serving Dur- ham and surrounding area. Credit Cards Accepted. Call Sam 905-686-1772. COMPUTER Pentium II-400, 64Mb Ram, 6.4Gb Harddrive, CD, floppy, video/sound cards, 56k modem, kbd/spk/mouse, 15" SVGA monitor $300. Can deliver+set-up. 905-439-4789 CARPETS, LAMINATE and VINYL SALE. 3 rooms, 32sq. yds. for $339 including premier underpad and installation. Laminate $2.39sq. ft. Click System. Residential, commer- cial, customer satisfaction guar- anteed. Free Estimate. Mike 905- 431-4040. COMPUTERS: Bits and Bytes Computer Services, March Special PII/350 Tower complete system only $255.00, PIII/500. Desktop complete system $375.00, P200 Tower complete system $185.00. Complete sys- tems starting at $150.00. All systems internet ready, w/15" Monitor, kb and mouse. Limited quantities. Warranty, Lay-away Plan, Other accessories. Call (905) 576-9216 or www.speed- line.ca/bitsandbytes CONTENT SALE:2 Chester- field sets $150 each; couch/ loveseat, chair $400; bar set w/swivel chairs $1000; elec- tronic organ w/bench $600; diningroom set w/6 chairs, buffet/hutch $2,000; much more items 905-987–3199 DININGROOM 13 PCE cher- rywood. Double pedestal. 8 chairs. Buffet, hutch, server, dovetail construction. Still in boxes. Cost $11,000. Sacrifice $3000. (416)746-0995. ESTATE SALE - furniture and garage contents including 11 pc. dining room set, all items negotiable. Contact Trevor (416) 236–3506 leave mes- sage. EVERYTHING MUST GO! Fur- niture sale, couch, love seat, cof- fee tables, washer, dryer, gas stove & more. Call (905)983–6215, leave message. BRAND NEW scratch & dent filing cabinets $149.99, 4- drawer legal w/lock; 4x8 glass shelving-on-wheels $299; 4x6 lighted showcase, asking $799 obo; chairs from $30 & up, lateral filing cabinets from $99 & up. 905-668-0800. SPEEDY BUSINESS CENTRE. FOR SALE Dining room table and six chairs, plus side or sofa table, $4000 new, will sell for $1,500. Also early Canadiana Oak Armoire, mirrored doors and bottom drawer1,200. Pure wool pursian rug $3,000 plus new, now $800. Excellent condi- tion.905- 434-1679 FREE TO AIR Satellites sales and service +++. Satellites in- stallation and repairs avail- able. Mike (416)888-0978. FRIDGE, 32" almond. Also small apt.-size microwave, asking $125 both. (905)426–1556 GOLF CLUBS - Taylor made, Super steel burner irons 3 to wedge plus sand and ap- proach wedges, 2 yrs. new. $650. 905-435-0747. KING PILLOWTOP mattress, brand new, retail $3000, asking $900 obo. Used washer & dryer $250 obo. (905)839–7961 KING SIZE BEDSPREAD, bed skirt and two pillow shams. Moss green, suitable for tradi- tional bedroom. 905-697-9462 (snp) MAPLE LEAF Hockey playoff tickets, at Air Canada Centre. Excellent seats. 905-753–2246. LIVINGROOM FURNITURE, matching 2 loveseats & chair, beige in colour, rarely used. Excellent condition. Asking $1250. 905-427-8326 MOVING SALE March 22/23. TV stand, 35" Panasonic $790. Home Theater System (Amplifier, Front speaker, rear speaker, stand, centre channel. $1600 (orig.)$3,100. Component (turntable, amplifier, CD-player $1,100. ($2,500) Available to sell individually. 3 way speaker (JBL) $2,000/pair (orig. $4,000), (B&W) $800/pair.(orig. $2,000). Sofa set $450. Call 666- 3256 for more info. PAIR OF BEAUTIFUL tri-light table lamps, silk beige shades with brass/marble stand & base. Various collectors plates - please call (905)725-3170. (snp) PIANO TECHNICIAN available for tuning, repairs, & pre-purchase 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. POOL TABLES 8' & 9' slate Billiard tables, Foosball/Jetto- ni table and table hockey for sale. Call 905-420-6113 PROF-IND. CLEANER - For home or business. By single/bulk case's. Licensed Dealer. For more info 1-905-432-1637 ask for John or leave message. RENT TO OWN new and re- conditioned appliances, and new T.V's. Full warranty. Pad- dy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798-5502. TWO CAPPUCCINO/ESPRES- SO vending machines for sale! Saeco P7 Plus! Just like new!. Call (905) 831-5514 SATELLITE SALES & Service. Installation kits $40. (905)426–9394 (Ajax.) SHAKER ARMOIRE CIRCA 1890 $3000. Rigid table saw $700, side-by-side Frigid-Air $300. Single bed $150, Sofa $250. Konica copier loaded $1000. Call (905)619–3446. SOFA +LOVESEAT 3yrs, $475; pine armoire $350; oak cof- fee+ends $275; 3yr. 7pc. bed- room $950; 6pc. child's bed- room $350; fridge $225; stove $200; propane dryer $300; apt. sized washer $175; 4yr. Frigi- daire Gallery water+ice $800; old hope chest $200. 905-260- 2200 STORAGE TRAILERS AND storage containers, 24 ft. & 22 ft.. Call 905-430-7693. UPRIGHT APARTMENT SIZE piano, Fischer New York, walnut, 40 yrs. old, bought from Heintzman's, very good condition, $2,000. Telephone (905) 655–8959 WASHING MACHINE $165, dryer $140, MTD 3Hp snow- blower $195, all items in great shape. Call (905)666–1974. Articles Wanted315 WEDDING GOWNS taken on consignment. ALSO new, pre- viously enjoyed gowns, some designer gowns for sale. All sizes. Call Sheila after 5pm & wknds 905-697-1676. WANTED ANYTHING Ninten- do, N64, super, NES, I buy it all. Also estates, antiques. If it's resaleable, give me a call. (9050 427–6260 WILL PAY CASH for your un- wanted video games & sys- tems. Looking for all titles and systems. Pick up available. For more info call Oliver 905- 432-2855 or email: gamexchangers@hotmail.com or go to www.gamexchangers.com Firewood330 KOZY HEAT FIREWOOD,ex- cellent very best quality hard- wood, guaranteed extra long time fully seasoned, (ready to burn) cut & split Honest measurement, free delivery, 905-753-2246. Pet, Supplies Boarding370 PUPPIES, Shepherd X, Col- lie X, Lab X, Poodles (Toys & Miniature), Yellow & Cho- colate Labs, Border Lassie, Lhasa, Jack Russell, Pugs, Shitzu, Fox, Boston Terriers, Doberman, Am Eskimos. 905- 831-2145. BROOKLIN KENNEL offers family dog obedience classes, starting Tues., March 25th, Beginner and Advanced lev- els. Small fun classes. (905) 655-4721. FREE TO GOOD HOME 2 year old male cat fixed, playful & affectionate. Does will with children. Cannot keep due to allergies. 905-427-8391. JACK RUSSELL puppies for sale. Ready to go. First shots, $400. Call Paul (905)260–3095 LABRADOR RETRIEVER pups, adorable bundles of love. Ten- derly home-raised. Parents hips certified. CKC registered, shots. 905-985-8021. OSHAWA OBEDIENCE Assoc. Classes starting March 31st. Basic and Novice. To Register call Bev. (905) 435-0868 BLACK LAB PUPPIES,pure bred parents, 4 pets only (no papers). $250 each. Call Eileen 905- 623–9971 Bowmanville Mathematics & Computer Tutoring From an engineer 905-509–8747 Sick o f RENTING? 1st Time Buyer? Professional Renter? Honest Answers....! Professional Advice...! To “Own” Your Next Home! 1-800-840-6275 Office 905-432-7200 Ability R. E. Direct Line 905-571-6275 Mark Stapley Sales Rep. PICKERING CONDOMINIUM WANTED TO PURCHASE 2 bedroom + solarium. South exposure preferred. Possession August/September. (416) 281–6123 OSHAWA VERY SPACIOUS 2 & 3 bdrm. apts. Close to schools, shopping centre, Go Station. Utilities included. Senior Discounts Call(905)728-4993 PICKERING VILLAGE Luxury executive 2 bedroom, walkout to garden. Laundry, alarm, cable, parking, no pets/ no smoking, $1050/inclusive. (416) 712–2008 A/P PAGE 34 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, March 21, 2003 www.durhamregion.com MENNONITE MEATS The Healthy Wholesome Tastes of Drug-free Beef, Poultry, Pork, Sausage. Plus Homemade Jams, Chutneys & Preserves Winter Hours: Fri. 10 - 5, Sat. 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 ✰✰ HOME CONTENT SALE ✰✰ Everything Must Go!! Sunday March 23 9am - 2pm 43 Cedarview Drive, West Hill 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale Sam pl e 761 McKay Road, Unit #1 Pickering, Ontario L1W 3A3 Phone: 905-619-209 3 Fax: 905-619-3366 View: www.shedman.ca • Gable • Barn • Cottage • 5-Sided • Garage 316 Vendors Wanted 316 Vendors Wanted VENDORS WANTED For Craft and Gift Show FRENCHMAN'S BAY FESTIVAL Held on June 6, 7 & 8th Craft & Gift Show held on June 7 & 8th Call Linda (905)837-8219 or (905)831-9151 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions KAHN AUCTION CENTRE Estate & Consignment Our Specialty at 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering 3 mi. N. of Hwy. 401 on Brock Rd. "BIG ORANGE BARN" Selling Antiques, Collectables, Estate Contents, Furniture, Glassware & China SUN. MARCH 23RD, 10:30 A.M. START PREVIEW TIME - 8:30 A.M. ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ANTIQUES AND FURNITURE: 7 pc. pine quality bedroom suite with post bed, 9 pc. cherry diningroom suite, duncan phyfe style, Vict. and oak furnishings to include: early kitchen cupboard & cabinets, dropleaf tables, variety of dressers and chests, early Canadiana includes parlor tables, blanket boxes, benches, related cabinets, plus more fine furnishings of the era, Primitive to decorative collectables, articulture pcs, plenty of prime furniture relating to early 1900's to 1930's including quality end tables, coffee tables, rockers and quality used bedroom & diningroom furniture, selection of upholstered chairs, telephone tables, dropleaf table with chairs, French inlaid bedroom suite, compote with pr.of end tables, oak vintage chest & dressers, set of chairs, mission style tables & plenty more old oak to be found..too many items to list. ❀SPECIAL SUNDAY SALE❀ SPECIAL INTERESTS: Lots of lamps, mirrors, coin collection, new grandfa- ther clocks, autograph pictures, $100,000.00 in estate jewelry, balance of container of 18th Cent. style furniture, fine furniture, many new items. ART AND OIL PAINTING:5 Limited Edition Trish Romance, Group of 7 Lim- ited Edition quality framed from Casson, Thompson, Carmichaels, Harris, some first time offered in this series, many other Canadian artists Limited Edition, some first time offered, a great selection of professional painted new & old oil on canvas, watercolours etc. GLASSWARE AND CHINA - Royal Doulton discontinued figurines, Royal Win- ton discontinued Chintz, Sworski crystal collection, Carlton ware, depres- sion glass, Carnival glass, lots of old pressed glass, vases & compotes, old cups & saucers, English & German china, milk glass, Bohemian crystal, nu- merous items, lots of old & new decorated china arriving daily. There will be over 50 lots in this category. AUCTIONEERS REMARKS: This sale will be a great sale offering of over 350 lots. Please be sure to attend. TERMS AND CONDITIONS:Visa, Mastercard, Amex, debit card. No registra- tion fee. 10% buyers premium. Delivery available. For more info. or for consignment please call Victor Brewda-Auctioneer (Member of the Ontario Auctioneers Association) at (905) 683-0041 185 Houses For Rent 192 Rooms For Rent & Wanted 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale Place your ad at 683-0707 Cars For Sale400 1985 CAMARO Z28,T-roof, power windows, air and more. Excellent running condition. Needs some body work, but worth it. $1,500 OBO as is. Call Bren at 905-404-2593. 1985 CHEV C20, 6.2L Diesel 3/4 ton, solid body, 141,000kms, $2600. ALSO, 2- 1984 Olds Delta 88's, $900/ pair. Call 905-579-1548 1986 MERCURY Grand Marquis, good condition, blue, hwy & city driven, as is, best offer, loved by owner. 905-728–8547 1990 TOPAZ,auto, air, cassette, 127K, driven daily, $1500 as is. Call mornings 905-259–5589. snp 1991 BUICK REGAL new brakes, new gastank, lines battery, tires in past year. 159kms. Asking 2900. Call af- ter 5pm 905-987-4463 1991 PLYMOUTH SUNDANCE, affordable transportation, runs well, good body, includes quality CD stereo system. $l,200 or best offer. Telephone (905) 576–7433 1990 TOYOTA TERCEL 5-spd, 2-door, 178000-km. Needs windshield and rear shocks, as is $1500. or certified $2000. 905-837-6746 1992 PONTIAC LEMANS, 4 dr. auto, very good condition, new brakes, exhaust, certified+ e- tested, 180K's, asking $2450. 905-404–8695 1992 TOYOTA TERCEL,many new parts but needs engine, $350 o.b.o. Call (905)242-2496 or (905)579-3186 leave mes- sage. (snp) 1994 CHRYSLER INTREPID 4-door, auto, rally rims, all options, very good condition throughout. $3950, must sell 905-441-2121. 1994 GRAND AM $2500 as is. 1993 Saturn $1200 as is. Both run well. 905-697-7931 after 6pm. 1994 MERCURY TOPAZ - 6 CYL, auto, air, 171 KM, CERT., $2600. 905-697–9730. 1995 GRAND PRIX,excellent shape, certified & e-tested $7,200 ALSO available 2000 Saturn Coupe, 79,000K, $10,900 Certified & e-tested. 905-728-8666 1995 HONDA CIVIC CX 2-dr hatch dark blue excellent me- chanically and body 215,000k am/fm/ cassette $4400 905-649–6777. 1995 OLDSMOBILE 88 LSS sports sedan, leather, bucket seats, console, p/w, p/l, air and more. Mint condition, only 98,000k, certi- fied, e-tested. Original owner, ask- ing $11,500. 905-623–7142 snp. 1997 CHEV CAVALIER - only 76,000 kms., air, CD player, like new condition, blue, ask- ing $8,300. Call 905-373-4871. 1997 CHRYSLER CONCORD Loaded, Excellent Condition. $6800 MUST SELL! 905-668–5944. 1997 SATURN,4 dr, EXCELLENT condition. 105,000 km. a/c, p/d, "Pro Remote Starter", certified. $8,000. Call 905-436-9374. 1998 TRACKER CONVERTIBLE, fun in summer, 4x4 for winter. Original owner, well maintained, automatic, only 73,000kms. $8900 (905)426-9304 snp 1999 BEETLE, black, 90,000 kms, fully loaded, non smoker, will sell certified and E-tested. $13,500. Please call Jennifer or Kevin 905-655–8689. 2000 FORD FOCUS SE WAG- ON, 35,000 km, $11,750. obo. Call 905-728–8247 2000 WINDSTAR SEL $7,999. Good condition. High mileage, all highway. Call 905-420- 3088 2001 PONTIAC SUNFIRE, auto, $236/month 0 down. Take over lease 27 months, 24,000 km. (905)665–9754 or (905)442-4652 2001 SONATA GL,37,000 original kms, automatic, 150Hp, 4cyl., air, cruise, tilt, p.windows, p.locks, heated mirrors, am/fm CD player, remote start, pearl white. Bal- ance of warranty to 100,000kms. Very clean, cer- tified, e-tested. Asking $17,500. Financing available. Chuck 905-242–9337 Cars Wanted405 $$$ TOP DOLLARS paid for scrap cars 7 days/week Call (905)683–7301 or (905)424- 9002 after 6pm. CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in running condition. Call 427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MUR- AD AUTO SALES. JOHNNY JUNKER Tops all for good cars and trucks or free removal for scrap. Speedy service. (905)655-4609 Trucks For Sale410 1991 CHEV SILVERADO, Ext. Cab. loaded, mint condition, no rust, 305, 220,000kms. $8000 cert, e-tested. $7700 as is. 2nd owner. 1-705-277-1389. 2001 GMC SONOMA SLS, Vortec V6, pewter colour, 69,000kms, mostly highway, fibreglass ton- neau, box liner, etc. $19,999. Call (905)404–8242 (snp) Vans/ 4-Wheel Dirve420 1993 CARAVAN 3.3 -Excellent condition certified, and e-tested $2900 Mazda MPV 1990 Good running condition. $1700 as is. 905-428-8954, 905-428-0541. 1998 DODGE GRAND Caravan SE, 3.3, V6, loaded, security, quad seats, alloy, candy apple red, 119,000km, excellent condition, $11,500. Call 905-837-2019 2002 MONTANA VAN,low mileage, under warranty, assume 4 year lease. No money down, $408 monthly. Call (905)436–8784 WANTED: WORK VAN 95 or newer. Please call 905-260-0172 Driving Schools447 Lost and Found265 FOUND - small tropical bird in south Ajax area. Owner may identify by calling 905- 683-2320 ext. 3276. Personals268 WIDOWER young senior, ac- tive and fun-loving, looking for companion for good times and esy going lifestyle. Between 50-65 with plenty of free time. Reply to File #896, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 Nannies/ Live-In/Out270 FAMILY CAREGIVER DOMES- TIC SERVICE Nannies from Overseas. Highly trained & experienced. No Agency Fees. Chosen to suit your needs. 905-885-8459. NANNY/HOUSEKEEPER, live- out, Finch/Whites area. Mon.- Fri. 7:15am-6pm. 3 boys (14, 11, 9 years). Driver's license a must. Call after 6:30pm 905- 839-1627 Daycare Available273 BRENDA SHEDDEN E.C.E. loving mother of 4 with over 20 years of experience in- childcare has openings for infants and up. Amberlea Area east side of Whites/north of Sheppard, references avail- able. Call 905-831-6806 or bsheddc596@rogers.com for more details. HARWOOD/HWY #2 AREA. I offer lots of fun and activities for your wee one. All ages ex- cepted. Flexible hours, great rates! Daily Reports! Tax Re- ceipts! Call Mary at (905)426- 8204. AFFORDABLE CHILD CARE, Hwy#2/White's Rd., Very safe spacious and loving environ- ment, fun and educational ac- tivities,outings, meals/snacks provided. School bus stop at door.(905) 839–970 PICKERING Beach / Rollo: Loving daycare; 18 months to 12 years. Daily outings (fenced backyard and park). Crafts, story time, music, nu- tritious meals & snacks. First Aid, C.P.R. certified. Non- smoking, receipts. 905-428- 1244. Babysitting275 LOVING AND RELIABLE Mother of two will babysit your child in my home. Affordable rates,meals and snacks. Between Dixie/Liverpool, 905-421–8887 Mortgages Loans165 $$$MONEY FOR ANY PUR- POSE$$$ -Specialized in hard to place mortgages, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd as low as 4%. When your bank says no, call us! Debt console, mortgage or tax arrears okay. Ontario Wide 1-888-591-6057. $$MONEY$$ 100% lst, 2nd and 3rd mortgages. Bad credit OK. Call Ontario Wide 1-888- 307-7799 MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any purpose. All applications accepted. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905) 668–6805. APPROVAL GUARANTEED!!!All type loans within 24 hrs. Car loan specialists. Call (416)888-9936 Tired of Being Single? Speed Dating is Coming to Le Skratch Oshawa March 27th 25-Four Minute Dates Call 1-416-469-9166 www.singleinthecity.ca 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 ABLE TO PAY up to $5000 on cars & trucks Free Towing 24 hours, 7 days. 905-686-1899 • Bad Credit • No Credit • Even Bankrupt Credit • But need a car? Phone Mel today 905-576-1800 All applications accepted. Downpayment or trade may be required. • APR from 9.9% • eg. 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SPECIAL FINANCE DEPARTMENT SHERIDAN CHEV 905-706-8498 www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, March 21, 2003 PAGE 35 A/P BROCK HIGH SCHOOL REUNION 50 years 1953 - 2003 Saturday, May 3rd, 2003 Registration forms available at www.brockhigh.on.ca Come and join the fun!! 249 Coming Events 249 Coming Events FREE To register call: Durham Region Health Department (905) 723-8521 ext. 2125 or 1-800-841-2729 ext. 2125 GROCERY STORETOUR Sobeys 260 Kingston Rd.W., Ajax Monday March 31, 2003 - 7:00-9:00 pm Registration Deadline: March 28th Opening Soon.. . Bay Ridges Long Term Care Centre, a new 124-bed home, located at 900 Sandy Beach Road, Pickering This two-story home will be comprised of 4 Resident Home Areas. These home areas each have their own dining areas, kitchen, and common living spaces. One of these home areas will be dedicated for Residents with psychogeriatric needs. All Resident Home Areas at Bay Ridges are designed in accordance with the principles of client-centredness, therapeutic and healing environments, universal design and home. Our programs and services and the care we provide are built around our Residents. We believe in treating our Residents with dignity and respect in keeping with the Residents Bill of Rights . We strive to maintain a home-like, warm and welcoming environment with the conscious recognition that our Residents do not live in our place of work, but that we work in the place our Residents live. Practicing this philosophy of care requires a holistic approach on the part of staff. A comprehensive education program will support the continuous improvement of the interdisciplinary team and its provision of service. Should you require additional information please contact Durham Access to Care at (905) 430-3308. 255 Announcements 255 Announcements 255 Announcements NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS All claims against the estate of Normand Daniel Guilbert late of the Town of Ajax, who died on the 31st Day of January, 2003 , must be filed with the undersigned solicitor acting for the personal representative on or before the 7th day of April, 2003, after which date the estate will be distributed having re- gard only to the claims of which the Estate Trustee then shall have notice. DATED at Pickering, this 4th day of March, 2003. Debra Smith Name of Personal Representative Signed By: Angus G. Sinclair Barrister, Solicitor, Notary Public 1701 Silverthorn Square Pickering Ontario L1V 5C5 261 Legal Notices 261 Legal Notices ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 35 Church St. N., Pickering Village 905-683-7311 Bible Study - 9:15 a.m. Sunday Family Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School - Supervised Nursery Pastor John Bigham EVERYONE WELCOME W ORSHIP C OME & For more information call Janice Samoyloff @ 905-683-0707 or fax 905-579-4218 To Advertise EASTER SERVICES & SPRING BAZAARS call Janice (905) 683-0707 Monday 7:30 PM Prayer Meeting Tuesday 7:30 PM Bible Study Friday 7:30 PM Youth Group Sunday 10:00 AM Sunday School (All ages) 11:00 AM Worship Service 6:30 P M Evening Praise & Worship WEEKLY ACTIVITIES: 550 Kingston Rd., Pickering Rev. Dr. & Mrs. Audley James Founders/Overseers/Sr. Pastors Revivaltime Tabernacle Durham A Family Oriented Community Church. The Church That Love is Building and Where Miracles are Happening If we could be of any assistance to you, please call us at 905-837-7791. Why all Ontario residents should be concerned about the death of Anthony (Dudley) George at Ipperwash, the only native protestor shot dead in a land claims dispute by police in Canada in the 20th century. Amnesty International and dozens of church and labour groups have called for answers from the government about the death. The Unitarians of Durham Region Meeting 10:30 on Sundays 45 Cassels Road, Brooklin (Brooklin Community Centre) Phone 905-655-8740 Please Explore this further at www.uucd.ca Peter Edwards author of “One Dead Indian” Publishes every Friday Copy deadline Wed. 10 a.m. 282 Places of Worship 282 Places of Worship 282 Places of Worship 282 Places of Worship GOES ANYWHERE 2000 JIMMY SLS 2 DR. 4X4 Pewter, loaded, V6, 76,000 km. 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All types of mortgage financing 1st, 2nd & 3rds. Residential and com- mercial mortgages. Call Ro- bert Brown at Accurate Mort- gage Services. Local 905-436- 9292 or toll free 1-877-509- LOAN. Online application www.accuratemortgages.com MONEY PROBLEMS?STOP: judgements, garnishments, mortgage foreclosures & har- rassing creditor calls. GET: Debt Consolidations, & pro- tection for your assets. Call now: 905-576-3505 House Cleaning556 AAMAZING CLEANING INC. Too busy? Too tired? or Just don't like cleaning? Bonded & Insured. Serving Durham Re- gion Since 1998. Call Teresa (905)571–0080. HOUSECLEANING AVAILABLE by mature dependable, ex- perienced person with flexible hours. Reasonable rates. Call 905-434-9767. Home Improvements700 Painting and Decorating710 Moving and Storage715 Party Services753 Dating Services900 FRIENDS AND LOVERS DATING SERVICE! NOW WITH CHATLINE! Durham's Own! Sometimes love is just not enough. Listen to the voice ads free. 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Pickering, Markham, Ajax area. For service call 647-295-0771 "Clean is our middle name" A/P PAGE 36 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, March 21, 2003 www.durhamregion.com 2003 WHITBY INLINE HOCKEY 6th Season In-House Tournament 259-4774 905 www.hmhl.bizland.com NO Weekend Games 14 Week Schedule Ages 5 - Adult MAY - JULY Jersey - Photo - Award Special rates for goalies Coaches Needed In the Lobby at Iroquois Park Sports Centre Registration Applications Available at Iroquois Apr. 6 10am to 2pm Come Join the Fun 416-410-2230 Registration for Outdoor Soccer Summer 2003 Registrations being accepted for House League Divisions Sat., Mar. 29 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Ajax Community Centre, Duffins’ Room. Sat., April 12 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. -Ajax Community Centre, Meeting Room 1 • Twelve season games; • Mid-season tournament; • Cup finals; • Uniform (Includes shirt, shorts and socks); • Individual Trophy presented at Cup Day; and • Individual and team photographs. House League Membership Fee House League Membership Includes Dates, Times and Locations: AJAX AZZURRI SOCCER CLUBAJAX AZZURRI SOCCER CLUB For more information, please check our web site at www.ajaxazzurrisoccer.com Individual Membership Fee: $115.00 per player born after 1993 Individual Membership Fee $125.00 per player born prior to 1994 Required: coaches and referees. Come to the registration dates to apply or call 416-410-2230 Junior Field 11 players on the Field per team, plus Referee & Linesmen “No Micro Soccer” Mini Fields - 7 players per team on the field plus Referee ODDS AND ENDS NEW LOCATION-COURTICE FLEA MARKET • Seniors 15% discount •Antiques and wicker •All greeting cards .50 •JNY jewellery $3.00 •Porcelain 75% off •l,000 clocks $4.00 - $8.00 each MUCH MUCH MORE Courtice Rd. and Bloors St. 2 North of the 401. Sat. and Sunday 320 Garage/Yard Sales 320 Garage/Yard Sales MORTGAGES "Good Credit, Good Job" But can't save a down payment? Then you may qualify for 100% No Down payment 1st Mortgage. Refinance, 2nd's to 90% Real Estate referrals for those who qualify. Call Or Apply Online at www.accuratemortgages.com AMSAccurateMortgageServices 905-436-9292 Local Whitby toll free 1-877-509-LOAN 165 Mortgages Loans 165 Mortgages Loans YOUR BANK SAID NO!! Consult an experienced broker •Prime debt consolidations up to 100% saving 100’s of $ monthly •Consolidate for any reason to 90% 2nds at market rate + 1-2% •Purchases and refinance up to 1.30% below posted market rate CALL: SYLVIA JULES (905) 666-2060, or Pickering (289) 314-4098 A & C ROOFING and WINDOWS • Shingles of all types, flats of any size • Soffit • Fascia • Eavestrough • Spring Special - 15% off all vinyl products • Int. free financing for up to 12 months • Double warranty guaranteed, fully transferable (905)509-8980 or (905)428-8704 700 Home Improvements 700 Home Improvements 700 Home Improvements 6 months No Interest, No Payment (OAC) A&A ROOFING SHINGLE ROOFING - FLAT ROOFING REPAIRS • WINDOWS • DOORS Free Estimates Call Glen 905-426-1512 HANWOOD RESIDENTIAL SERVICE Renovations • General Home • Repairs • Bathrooms • Basements • Decks • Ceramic Tiles • Hardwood Floors Free estimates All work guaranteed Call Martin (905) 686-1677 email: hanwoodres@hotmail.com Yellow & Green General Contractor Serving Durham Region 20 Years Experience • Renovations • Additions • Landscaping & Stone work • Kitchens & Baths • Hardwood Flooring & Ceramics • Finished Basements Detailed Itemized Quote 2 Year Guarantee Insured (416)410-4536 1-866-410-4536 ❤ BROCK SPA ❤ Beautiful New Attendants. Private rooms with showers Rear Entrance. 1600 Alliance Rd. Unit 12 Pickering 905-831–0526 905 Adult Entertainment 905 Adult Entertainment Golden girls at Silver Stick Members of the Durham West Lightning bantam girls’ ‘A’ rep hockey team celebrate after winning the championship at the Silver Stick International Hockey Tournament in Aurora recently. Durham West defeated Markham-Stouffville in the final. DDUURRHHAAMM ——The Durham West Light- ning bantam girls’ ‘A’ rep hockey team struck gold at the Silver Stick Tour- nament in Aurora recently. In an exciting final, Durham West’s consistent pressure was too much for Markham-Stouffville to handle, cul- minating in a workmanlike 3-0 victory. Erin Small sealed the victory with an empty-net marker. Jessica Larabie earned the shutout with an exceptional game. Durham West faced the Missis- sauga Chiefs in the semfinals, earning a 1-0 victory. The Lightning dominat- ed the play throughout, but scored their only goal on a breakaway pass from Stephanie Boudreau to Lindsay Hill, who beat the goalie on a spectac- ular play. Jessica Rankin was out- standing to earn the shutout. The Lightning defeated Peterbor- ough 7-0 in Game 1. Stephanie Boudreau led the way with two goals, while Rebecca Van Gijn, Kirsten Roach, Jennifer Wakefield, Chloe Masse and Lindsay Hill all had one. The Lightning engaged in a re- match with Belleville — a team that had beaten Durham West at a previ- ous tournament — in their second match. Belleville won this hard- fought battle 3-2. The bantams finished round-robin play with a 4-0 win over Saugeen- Maitland to ensure a spot in the semi- finals. Katie Caggiula, Carly Marshall, Britni Smith, Allysha Chapman and Kirsten Roach provided superb de- fensive play. Allyson Pehleman, Allyson Young and Laura Anderson also played well in the tournament. The provincial championships in Mississauga loom in April. Scott Hill, Don Larabie, Randy Marshall and Bobby Anderson coach the team. Trainers are Gayle Boudreau and Donna Anderson. Karen Chapman is the manager. FINAL REGISTRATION FOR 2003 SEASON Saturday March 22nd. 10:00AM to 2:00PM Ajax Community Center 2nd. Floor Avoid being disappointed. Those not registered by March 22nd. will go on a waiting list with no guarantee of playing. If there is enough demand shown at the registration we will reconsider fielding Minor Select teams. Visit our website at www.ajaxbaseball.org or call our hotline at (905) 683-0706 700 Home Improvements 165 Mortgages Loans Shooting Stars Have you ever wished upon a shooting star? Our ladies will make all your dreams come true Choose from a rare selection of beauties Call Carissa (905) 243-6116 After 6pm. GRAHAM, Gerry - After a courageous battle with cancer at Lakeridge Health - Oshawa on Thursday March 20, 2003. Gerry, beloved hus- band for 21 years to Melanie Ann and life partner for the last 8 years to Mary. Loving father to Nathanael and Sarah. Loving broth- er to Sandra. Loving son to Jim and Freida Graham. Brother in law to Roger Roy. Uncle to Jessica, Anna-Michelle and Thomas. Friends may call at THE SIMPLE ALTERNATIVE FUNERAL CENTRE-Pickering, 1057 Brock Road (south of 401) 905-686- 5589, after 12 p.m. Saturday. A Funeral Serv- ice will be held at 2 p.m. Interment to follow at Duffin Meadows Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Cana- dian Cancer Society. 256 Deaths 256 Deaths 905 Adult Entertainment Please read your classified ad on the first day of publication as we cannot be responsible for more than one insertion in the event of an error. 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Stk. #T5974A. $$79.59 79.59 wk.*** 2001 DODGE RAM 1500 P/U Finished in steel blue with upgraded leather interior. 3.5 V6, auto, AM/FM/CD with 6 speakers, 4 wheel anti-lock brakes and more. Only 31,000 km. Stk. #P7307.• 2002 CHRYSLER CONCORD $$74.6974.69 wk.• 5.2L V8, auto, security grp., aluminum rims, running boards, AM/FM cass., keyless entry. 69,000 km. Stk. #T6021A. MINT! 1999 DODGE DURANGO 4X4 $$99.0099.00 wk.** 3.7L V6, auto, air, power heated seats, pwr. pkg., AM/FM cass., CD, 16x7 aluminum rims, select trac, leather seats, keyless entry. Stk. #P7384•. 2002 JEEP LIBERTY LTD. 4X4 V6, auto, air, power package, 7 passenger seating. Stk. #V7353. 2000 GRAND CARAVAN $$51.4051.40 wk.*** Almond, air, auto, and more. Call now Stk. #P7270•. 2002 CHRYSLER NEON $$42.4842.48 wk.• 4.0L 6 cyl., auto, power heated mirrors, p.w., & pdl., 15x7” aluminum rims. Stk. #V7405. $$79.00 79.00 wk.*** 2000 JEEP CHEROKEE SPT. 4.7 V8, auto, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, leather, 3rd row seat, rear air & heat, AM/FM Cass., CD, alum. wheels, p. seat, running boards & more. Only 41,000 km. Stk. #P7473.• $$99.00 99.00 wk.*** 2000 DURANGO SLT 3.0L, auto, p.w., pdl., keyless entry, air, tilt, cruise, AM/FM cass. & more. One owner. Stk. #T5800A. 2000 CARAVAN WAGON $$47.0047.00 wk.*** Royal blue SLX. Financing arranged. Call for details. Stk. #J6121A. 1996 GMC SAFARI EXT. $$10,99010,990 Call Mikey TED WILLIAMSON TED WILLIAMSON KERRY PICKARD JIM McELROY RICHARD BOURGEOIS HAZEN HARDING PAUL GONSALVES ALBERT McCREADY JIM ANDERSON FRANK TA MBURINI JON CARTER BUSINESS MANAGER DERRICK MacMILLAN PAUL GROBERT LEASE CO-ORDINATOR TOM BRASSOR MICHAEL DAVIDSON CHARLENE NOWAK 4X4 GETTING OUT OF WINTER SALE BRENT DAVEY We honour ALL DailmerChrysler advertised specials 4.0L 6 cyl., auto, dual tops, 30” tire & wheel grp., air, cruise, AM/FM/CD. 15x8 aluminum rims. Stk. #V7470. 2001 JEEP TJ $$99.0099.00 wk.*** 1999 V.W. JETTA Midnight black, 5 spd., moonroof, aluminium rims, and more. 43,000 km. Call NOW. Priced to SELLPriced to SELL 2002 PT CRUISER 2.4L 4 cyl., DOHC 16V eng., 4 spd., auto, 16” aluminum rims, AM/FM/CD, six premium speakers, power pkg., 15,000 km. Stk. #P7449.• $$61.0061.00 wk.• www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 21, 2003 PAGE 39 A/P www.davidsonchrysler.com New Car Hotline 416.281.2277 CASH PURCHASES ARE PLUS FREIGHT, ADMIN., PDE, TAXES EXTRA. 0% FINANCING CANNOT BE COMBINED WITH FACTORY INCENTIVES.ALL COMPANY DEMOS ARE EXCLUDING FREIGHT, AIR, GAS TAX, ALL TAXES ARE EXTRA PLUS ADMIN. & PDE. *SEE US FOR COMPLETE DETAILS. GRAD REBATES UP TO $1000 MARKHAM RD.MORNINGSIDE AVE.401 MILITARY RD.BEECHGROVEKI N G S T O N RD.OO OO OO OO PAYMENTS FOR 1 YEAR! % % FINANCING ON ALL 2002 MODELS! FINANCING ON MOST 2003 MODELS! SECURITY DEPOSIT ON ALL GOLD KEY LEASES! 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Windows & Locks • Tilt • Cruise • Dual Sliding Doors • Deep Tint 3 YEARS AS CANADA’S #1 SELLING VEHICLE OR OR OR DAYS WEDNESDAY MARCH 19 9AM - 9PM THURSDAY MARCH 20 9AM - 12AM FRIDAY MARCH 21 9AM - 9PM SATURDAY MARCH 22 9AM - 6PMONLY NO Freight! NO Gas Tax! NO Air Tax! NOW $32,499 NOW $31,995 NOW $26,498 $168 60 month w/1895 Down $248 48 month w/4180 Down NO Freight! NO Gas Tax! NO Air Tax! WOW! NO Freight! NO Gas Tax! NO Air Tax! NO Freight! NO Gas Tax! NO Air Tax! 2 NEW SALES REPS NEEDED! Must be licensed. For private & confidential interview call Michael Chong! ALL IN-STOCK VEHICLES $1 UNDER INVOICEALL IN-STOCK VEHICLES $1 UNDER INVOICE 2 CHRYSLER EMPLOYEES SAVE AN ADDITIONAL $1000-OFFER ENDS MARCH 31. A/P PAGE 40 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, March 21, 2003 www.durhamregion.com