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Home My WebLink AboutNA2003_11_30SAVE TODAY AT Carroll Home Improvements 905-686-2445 Roofing Windows Doors STOPSTOP DON’T THROW YOUR MONEY AWAY www.blaisdale.com12 mths - grade 8 5 Campuses in Durham Call Head Office 905-509-5005 Blaisdale MONTESSORI School TODDLER OPEN HOUSE Westney Campus 20 O’Brien Crt. Wednesday January 7 at 7:00 p.m. Rougemount Campus 365 Kingston Rd. Tuesday, January 6 at 7:00 p.m. HAPPY TRAILS AT V safety campaign in swing News, 5 OILER GOES HOME Beukeboom chills out in Alberta Sports, 40 SERVING PICKERING SINCE 1965 News Advertiser PRESSRUN 47,600 ✦ 48 PAGES ✦ SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2003 ✦ durhamregion.com ✦ OPTIONAL DELIVERY $6/$1 NEWSSTAND Santa stops by the hospital AAJJAAXX — Santa Claus recently visited the children’s health unit at Rouge Valley Health, Ajax and Pickering hospital. Santa, who took time off from a busy schedule at the Pickering Town Centre was distributing teddy bears and Chris- moose's donated by The Bay to the children in the unit. Little Christian Dower, with his mother Wendy, was in isolation but was excited to see the collection of stuffed animals. A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Neighbours will be glad when it’s over BByy LLeesslleeyy BBoovviiee Staff Writer PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG — Much to the relief of some sleepless area resi- dents, the cleanup of Pine Creek from a mineral oil spill two months ago is nearly com- plete. “We’re in the very final stages of cleanup now,” said Hydro One spokesman Al Manchee. The spill occurred Oct. 1 after one of the transformers at Cherrywood Transformer Sta- tion ruptured, spewing 153,000 litres of mineral oil. Some of the oil made its way into a nearby storm sewer and into Pine Creek. Hydro One admitted it misre- ported last week that all of its absorbent booms had been re- moved from the creek. Three of the original 12 remain placed at the south end of the creek “to be on the safe side,” said Mr. Manchee. Earlier this week, residents around the work area were given some respite from the noise of generators used to light one of the remaining booms for security in Douglas Park. “It was like someone using a lawn mower beneath your win- dow,” said Carol Farquhar, whose Radom Street home is about 100 feet from the equip- ment. While Hydro One crews have tried to be accommodating, the ongoing work has impacted the neighbourhood, she said. At the height of the cleanup, the vibra- tions from the company’s vacu- um trucks would rumble through her house to the point Pine Creek cleanup almost complete ✦See Hydro page 4 A/P PAGE 2 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 www.durhamregion.com BByy CCaarrllyy FFoosstteerr Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM — With SARS, mad cow disease, Norwalk virus and unsteril- ized medical equipment receiving so much attention in the health-care world, Steven Lewis’s talk came at a fitting time. The renowned health expert re- cently spoke to around 150 nurses and physicians, organizations and service providers at a forum called, ‘The Brave New Health Care World’ put on by Durham Access to Care. “We’ve got a new government on the scene, a new prime minister, new premier, new municipal politicians,” he said in an interview after the meet- ing. “We’re at a crossroads of pes- simism and optimism.” Mr. Lewis is a health policy and re- search consultant based in Saska- toon, and adjunct professor of health policy at the University of Calgary who spent seven years as CEO of the Health Services Utilization and Re- search Commission in Saskatchewan. DAC’s annual meeting was his sec- ond time talking to the organization. The uprising of new diseases like severe acute respiratory syndrome and Fujian influenza have placed new emphasis - and pressures - on local health departments. “We’re becoming more truthful, we’re admitting mistakes, starting to realize it’s not just hospitals,” he said. “There’s also community care, local home care, health departments.” And despite new diseases and “fi- ascos” like the unsterilized equip- ment that’s flaring up across the province - an issue first raised at Lak- eridge Health Oshawa - public confi- dence in our health-care system re- mains high, Mr. Lewis said. “They may unnerve the public, but not in the long run,” he said. “Whether we like it or not, health care is risky business. “(The events are a) wake-up to the system that may have become com- placent.” Using the unsterilized events at Lakeridge and Sunnybrook hospitals as an example, Mr. Lewis said the way the two organizations handled the situations made a big difference in public perception. “Credible people talked to the pub- lic, and that’s the start of a healthy conversation,” he said. “Nothing will anger the public more than the per- ception they’re being kept in the dark.” That need to know is also changing the way health care is dealt with. “For the foreseeable future, public health will be on the radar screen more than in the past 20 years, most- ly because of (recent) scares,” he said. New faces could improve health care says expert Health policy expert Steven Lewis says the health field is becoming more truthful and open to the public. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 PAGE 3 P pickeringtowncentre.com My kind of Gift with Purchase! Just redeem your receipts at the Guest Services kiosk to receive your FREE gift. Receipts must be dated after November 17, 2003. One per customer, per visit, while quantities last. Get your FREE 14"white plush moose (Chrismoose) valued at $24.95 when you spend $250 (same day sales, before taxes) at one or more Pickering Town Centre stores. Lisa from Ajax AJAX PICKERING WOMENS CENTRE We are now once again turning to our community members for support. Christmas is our busiest time of year. We admit more women and children on Christmas Eve than any other day of the year. Common reasons include the stress of money and/or use of alcohol. 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PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG — The Pickering Township Historical Society will meet Tuesday, Dec. 9 at the East Shore Community Centre, 910 Liverpool Rd., Pickering at 7:30 p.m. Darcy Jenish, author of Epic Wanderer: David Thompson and the Mapping of the Canadi- an West, will be discussing the life and times of this fur trader and surveyor. For more information about the group or this meting con- tact John Sabean at 905-839- 3811. Historical society meets at East Shore they made her sick. “It was so loud sometimes, you had to talk loudly to be heard,” added Ms. Farquhar, who kept her peace about the inconvenience until the generator kept her up all night Monday. Hydro One had recently switched generators in Douglas Park and the new model, unfortunately, hap- pened to be louder, Mr. Manchee said. But Ms. Farquhar’s call Tues- day to Hydro One was enough to prompt the company to remove the equipment altogether, he said. Security staff have been given f lashlights instead. “It is a little more difficult but if it’s very disturbing to the area resi- dents, we don’t want it there,” he said. Both Hydro One and City officials say they haven’t received any other complaints about the work being done on the creek. The company’s efforts have been extensive, so much so, experts with the Toronto Region Conservation Authority and Ministry of Environ- ment have been amazed, said Joe Hunwicks, Pickering’s community emergency management coordina- tor. “Some of these veterans have worked on and overseen major envi- ronmental spills,” he noted. Hydro One workers have also managed to clean Pine Creek of a lot of garbage, pulling out bikes and even toilets from its waters, Mr. Hunwicks said. “They’ve taken the creek back to a state of many, many years ago,” he added. “And I think that could be the silver lining to this storm cloud.” The City has given Hydro One the green light to cut back overhanging vegetation, which may still be trap- ping oil at the bottom of the creek. The work is expected to be com- pleted next week, with the three booms to be left in the water until the following week as a precaution. At the moment, very little sheen can be spotted on the surface of Pine Creek, Mr. Manchee said. The removal of the vegetation is very minor but will allow Hydro One to wind down its work along Pine Creek, Mr. Hunwicks said. The City will take a look at the results of an environmental review completed by the company’s consultants, which will determine if any further cleanup is needed in the spring. Mom made 911 call just prior to fatal blaze BByy SStteepphheenn SShhaaww Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM — A 22-year-old man died in an early morning fire that broke out as police raced to a do- mestic disturbance at the home, located in a posh north Whitby neighbour- hood. A police officer first to arrive at the Lacey Drive residence, near Falling- brook and Taunton roads, tried rescuing the victim from a second-floor bed- room, but was forced back by smoke and flames, a police spokesman said. Durham Regional Police responded at 5:15 a.m. Fri- day after getting a 911 call about a domestic dispute, said Sergeant Paul Malik. A panicked 55-year-old woman reported her son was “out of control” and was attempting to set the two-storey brick house on fire, said the officer. But by the time police arrived at the home, an upstairs bedroom was al- ready engulfed in flames. “The mother tried to get her son out and couldn’t. The officer tried to enter the bedroom, but was met by thick black smoke and f lames,” Sgt. Malik said. Neither the woman nor her 57-year-old husband were injured, he said. Whitby firefighters ar- rived, put out the fire and found the 22-year-old in the bedroom with no vital signs. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Detectives from Whit- by’s 18 Division and an in- vestigator from the On- tario Fire Marshal’s office are probing the blaze, in- cluding how it started. The residence was cor- doned off with police tape throughout the morning while officers from the forensic identification unit collected evidence inside. A shattered second floor window appeared to have been blown out by the fire, which was extinguished before spreading through- out the house. Sgt. Malik said an au- topsy would be conducted and tests to determine if drugs or alcohol were in- volved. The victim was not iden- tified. Shaken neighbours learned of the tragedy after awaking to find po- lice and fire vehicles lining the street. “Everyone on the street is totally stunned. I know that I’m shocked. I just feel really sad,” said Hele- na Silva, who lives a cou- ple of doors down. Mrs. Silva said the par- ents have lived on the street for as long as she can remember, at least 10 years, with their two sons. “They’re quiet, decent people. My sons, one is also 22, used to hang out with their sons,” she said. P PAGE 4 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Meet Walter Campbell Over 40 Framed Subjects to Choose From Walter Will Sign On The Print or Glass Thursday, December 4, 7:00–9:00pm pickeringtowncentre.com $Show Special FRAMED signature series PANSY’SPANSY’S ART GALLERY UPPER LEVEL NEAR THE BAY 905-831-8173 99 195 WESTNEY RD. 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Townley compares the recent rise in ATV use to the small water- craft boom a few years ago. “There was nothing there to edu- cate people on operating those things,” he said. “Over the past few years, several people have been in- jured, some died. “We don’t want to wait until that happens in this area.” Members of the Durham Region ATV Safety Coalition also include the Ontario Ministry of Transportation, Outback ATV Club, The Perfect Get- away ATV Guided Tours, Brock and Clarington municipalities, Ganaras- ka Conservation Authority, Suzuki Canada and Polaris Industries. For more information, call 905-723- 8521, toll-free at 1-800-841-2729 or visit www.region.durham.on.ca. BByy CCaarrllyy FFoosstteerr Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM — A coalition of all- terrain-vehicle stakeholders has come together to prevent an all-too-possible tragedy. Statistics show ATV sales in Ontario have tripled, but injuries have doubled. That 36 per cent of those injuries in- volve kids between five and 19, has mobilized Durham police, the Region’s health and works departments, the Province, various municipalities and ATV manufacturers into ac- tion. “I hope we’ll save some in- juries and lives,” said Staff Sergeant Bruce Townley, the lead officer on the coalition who works out of Clarington. Several people have died and many injured in the mas- sive Test Hill area that spreads through Scugog Township, the Municipality of Clarington and Oshawa. And the rate of hospitaliza- tions due to off-road vehicle accidents is higher in Durham than Ontario: Seven out of 10 0,000 accidents in Durham, compared to five out of 10 0,000 in all of Ontario for 2001. Along with Test Hill, illegal ATV use also happens in Clar- ington’s Ganaraska Forest - both are open, not very popu- lated targets, and are even being promoted on Web sites, Sgt. Townley said. It’s illegal to use ATVs on public property unless it’s designated, but police have no control over private prop- erty. So ATVers who roar over property owned by summer and weekend house people are hard TO regulate, Sgt. Townley said. “Some owners are extreme- ly difficult to track down,” he said, adding many live in other areas in and out of On- tario. “It’s a huge area to po- lice... for us to dedicate offi- cers up there on a full-time basis, it’s not possible.” The major issues surround- ing ATVs are injuries, noise, dust and illegally parking trailers along the side of the road, said Clarington Mayor John Mutton. Problems frequently occur along Hwy. 35/115 near Ga- naraska Forest, and on Boundary Road, he said. This, despite the fact there are legal areas in Ganaraska in which to ATV: Trails that are clearly marked outside and on maps. “Homeowners, once they reach their frustration points, sometimes confront riders, and there are problems,” Mayor Mutton said, adding most of the people who cause problems are from out of town. In the Test Hill area, ATVers cut their own net- works of trails, destroying topsoil and the precious Oak Ridges Moraine, said David Dietlein, a former councillor for the area and member of the Test Hill Task Force. “A TVs and nature do not go together,” he said, adding he agrees that it’s “very expen- sive using police officers to run around the bush.” Mayor Mutton wants it all to stop. “We’re desperately looking for a solution,” he said. The coalition and its corre- sponding safety campaign - launched Wednesday in Ga- naraska Forest - is hoping to offer one. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 PAGE 5 A/P Candlelight Memorial Service Tu esday, December 2, 2003 7:00 p.m. The Simple Alternative Funeral Centre 1057 Brock Road, Pickering (just south of Highway 401) Musical prelude:6:30 to 7:00 p.m. Refreshments following the service. Each family attending will have the opportunity to place an ornament on our Tree of Remembrance in memory of their loved one(s). Please RSVP to: 905-686-5589 ®REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF THE SINGER COMPANY LIMITED In anticipation of LARGE SCHOOL SALES Oshawa Singer Centre has additional inventory. These Deluxe Singer Machines must be sold. All Machines are heavy duty and sew on all fabrics, denim, canvas, upholstery, nylon, vinyl and silk. These sewing machines are manufactured by Singer Sewing Company. Your choice while supply lasts. 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ATV coalition has safety in mind Durham Region’s health depart- ment recommends the following safety tips in their newly- launched all terrain vehicle (ATV) campaign: - helmets are mandatory - don’t ride if you’ve been drink- ing or taking drugs - do an ATV safety check - wear proper clothing, including a long-sleeved shirt, pants and sturdy boots - take a safety course - have a cellphone or GPS lo- cater in case of trouble - it’s hard for emergency workers to get to people in the woods Durham Region Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Robert Kyle is fol- lowed by a Durham Regional Police officer on one of four new ATVs as- signed to patrol popular trails throughout the region. Police, health offi- cers and other agencies were at the Outback ATV Club Wednesday af- ternoon to promote ATV safety and its legal responsibilities. Carl Ferencz/ News Advertiser photo Elect regional chairman Next time a democratic process must take place It's far too late for this term, but there's no reason why Durham's regional chairman shouldn't be elected by the public three years from now. There will be precious little drama this Wednesday when two-term Durham Regional Chairman Roger Anderson is all but acclaimed for a third straight term. Mr. Anderson has been a solid performer in his post since taking over in 1997, but that's hardly the point. He hasn't had to face the fire of an election. It shouldn't be that way. Regional councillors had the chance during this past term to open up the top spot to an election from among eligible voters in Durham's eight municipalities, but chose to stick with the status quo. That's not good enough. As it is now, the chairman is chosen by the 28 members of re- gional council, an outdated, undemocratic manner to pick ar- guably the most powerful member of Durham Regional coun- cil. In this manner, councillors actually control who holds the position. Worse, the successful candidate for the position is beholden to those who picked him for the post and can punish, if he so chooses, those who voted against him. It's not much of a sys- tem since it encourages cronyism and the old boys’ network rather than the rigours of facing the electorate. After all, if all 28 regional councillors have to face the voters why should the regional chairman get a free pass? The argument that it would be too expensive to run for the position or that only candidates from the largest urban centres would have a chance is nonsense. Candidates for regional chairman would be free to spend as little or as much - up to a reasonable limit - as they wish, just as candidates for mayor do now. And high-quality candidates from any of Durham's three small northern municipalities would have just as much chance of winning as any of the big five south Durham towns and cities. With a host of new regional councillors at the table come Wednesday, it's not too early to look at an elected regional chairman. Council must revisit this issue so we all have a chance to choose the right person for this important position in 2006. Democracy wo r th the cost TToo tthhee eeddiittoorr:: I believe that in his letter on Nov. 21, Brian Johnson nailed it: the Regional Chairman position is viewed by also- rans as a consolation prize. To put an- other spin on Roger Anderson's com- ments made in the Nov. 19 News Adver- tiser story, why bother even having an election (on any level), when, after all, it costs so much? We need to make the po- sition of regional chairman an elected position regardless of the cost. To me it is the price of democracy. In the mean- time let us hope that the new group of elected leaders in the region will rebuff old-boy network politics and install a chairman worthy of the position. GGeerraarrdd AA.. NNuubbeerrgg,, AAjjaaxx Three cheers for the hospital TToo tthhee eeddiittoorr:: Our health care system always seems to get publicity when the news is bad. I would like to express my appreciation for a great health care system. On Nov. 8 I was experiencing severe abdominal pain. I went to the walk-in clinic in Pick- ering and the doctor there suggested I go to the emergency department of ei- ther Centenary or the Ajax/Pickering Hospital. I arrived at the Ajax/Pickering hospital emergency department at 10:45 am on Saturday, was seen by Dr. Han- cock around noon, the surgeon, Dr. Kendall, shortly thereafter and was in surgery by 2 p.m. One could not ask for better service. Thank you to all. 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Opin- ions expressed in letters 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. A/P PAGE 6 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 www.durhamregion.com It's a fascinating debate: Whether our own Perdita Feli- cien deserves to be named as the winner of the Lou Marsh Award as Canadian's top athlete of the year. In Thursday's edition of Cana- da's national newspaper, the 2003 World Track and Field Champi- onship 100-metre hurdles champi- on is mentioned as one of four pos- sible contenders for the year-end award. And why not? The 23- year-old Pickering resident is the first Canadian woman to ever win a gold medal at the world champi- onships, doing so in a Canadian record time of 12.53 seconds in Paris, France in August. Felicien does, however, have some worthy competition for the Lou Marsh. Topping the list is Mike Weir of Bright's Grove, Ont. who's the first Canadian to ever win a major on the PGA tour. His major was the biggest and most prestigious of them all, the fabled Masters, win- ning it in such a high-pressure manner. Paul Tracy, of West Hill, the win- ner of the CART series drivers' title, and Cy Young Award winner Eric Gagne, a relief pitcher with the Los Angeles Dodgers, will also merit solid consideration. And so they should. Arguably, Tracy put together as solid season of racing as any other Canadian past or pre- sent. And, Gagne, a Quebecer, is only the second Canadian to ever win Major League Baseball's most coveted individual award, follow- ing Ferguson Jenkins in the 70s. My heart tells me that Felicien would be the perfect choice for the award. She's far removed from the multi-million-dollar athletes who generally end up getting these ac- colades. She's someone who per- sonifies hard work, dedication and hasn't forgotten where she came from, judging by her guest appear- ance at a fund-raiser at her alma mater, Pine Ridge Secondary School, earlier this month. And, as the national newspaper aptly points out, she was the only one carrying Canada's colours at the highest level of international com- petition. My head, however, tells me that Weir will win the Marsh award this year. Mostly because Weir is more visible and the Masters is as good as it gets in the realm of profes- sional golf. And, lets face it: golf is bigger than track and field to Nor th Americans, thus Weir's feat may be viewed, rightly or wrongly, as more significant than that of Felicien. But, make no mistake, if Felicien follows her gold medal at the worlds with gold in the 2004 Sum- mer Olympic Games in Athens, then she'll surely be a shoo-in for next year's Lou Marsh. Perdita is a sentimental favourite EEddiittoorriiaallss &&OOppiinniioonnss SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2003 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ JACQUIE MCINNES, NEWS EDITOR, 905-683-5110 EXT. 249 Editorial Letters to the Editor AAll RRiivveetttt ss pp oo rr tt ss ee dd ii tt oo rr www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 PAGE 7 A/P The Strength Of Understanding • The Power Of Knowledge THE TUTORING SPECIALIST Christmas Special FREE EVALUATION Qualified and Experienced Tutors Personalized Child, Youth and Adult programs Call or Visit us Today Heritage Market Square 145 Kingston Rd. E. 905-683-5299 1885 Glenanna Rd., Suite #103, Pickering Serving Ajax and Pickering 905-420-9930 ENROLL NOW FOR CLASSES! Every child deserves the chance to succeed. But with the challenges today, are they really getting the best chance? At Oxford Learning, children are offered individual programs that address their needs in academics, learning styles and self-esteem. It is a system that offers them independence, for now and for the future. Little Readers (3 - 5 years) Beyond Tutoring (Gr. 1 - 8) High School Advantage 905-420-3141 www.oxfordlearning.com “Voted Best Tutorial 2003” MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTRE PICKERING “Knowledge with Understanding” “I hear and I forget, I see and I remember, I do and I understand” E.H. - PLUS - • Full Montessori Curriculum • Before & After School Daycare Hours • Optional Hot Lunch • Field Trips • Computer • Music • Phys. Ed 401 Kingston Rd. Pickering 905-509-1722 Private School Pre-school To Grade 8 “Take the time to visit and understand” montessorilearning.com Every year about this time, thousands of kids start to slide on the slippery slope of school. They put off f inishing one project, skip studying for a quiz, miss a couple of homework deadlines, don’t bother to try to chase a teacher down to decipher the stuff they didn’t understand in class, and bingo, they are behind, perhaps even floundering. Soon motivation disappears and the old, “Who cares about this stuff anyway? It’s not important to my life” attitude begins. Trouble is, parents often don’t discover these goings-on until much later from a report card or parent/teacher interview. So what happens when our kids start back to school seemingly motivated and then lose that momentum?Where does their motivation go? Fo r get about yelling, pleading or reasoning. It will all fall on deaf ears. You really only have two choices: You can enforce study time and impose punishments for failures, or you can become part of the solution. It’s your choice. For years I believed words could help. After raising five children, and working with thousands more, I have changed my mind. Simple actions will help-not words. Start with organization. Post a family calendar on the wall and write everything on it. Don’t skip a day. You have to set the example. Follow up by spending five minutes before homework time to review your child’s school day planner or agenda. Make sure that all homework, assignments, social events and family events are entered and ticked off w hen complete. Don’t skip a single day. It will establish a life-long habit that is important. Before your child begins homework, you must sit down and review t h e following list: a) Do you know what is expected? b) Do you know how to do this activity? Do you have the skills? c) What will you do first? Show me. d) How long will it take? Set a goal or deadline for each question. When your child has actually started the first task, leave him/her until the time has expired for the first one then check to make sure it is completed. If it is, congratulate and set a time for the second task. If it isn’t, stop, take a break and then review why it is taking longer. You will only have to do this for a few weeks until it will become a habit. Now you have a child on the road to becoming organized and knowing what to do and how. What else is necessary? Skills are certainly important. While you are working with your child, you may discover gaps in skills, understanding or problem solving strategies that may have developed as he/she fell behind. It is critical to fill the gaps and develop these skills so that your child can achieve success at school and build the confidence to become a self-motivated learner. Oxford Learning was voted Best Children’s Tutorial Service in 2003 by Ajax/Pickering News Advertiser readers. Oxford can help children build their skills, learn new, effective learning strategies and develop the conf idence to succeed at school. Call Oxford today in Ajax or Pickering at 905-420-3141 to find out how they can help your child learn how to succeed at school this year. School stresses actions, not words By. R.N. Whitehead, Ph. D.Young people are naturally drawn to serious places. Build a “study stadium” work environment for your child that supports his/her very best effort and provides the tools that make success easy. A student’s mind will literally shift gears upon entering it. It will be easier to get into the study mode. Don’t construct the kind of place you would like to study in. Build a place where your child feels energized and comfortable. It should be a safe environment where your child spends time learning. It shouldn’t be the same place he/she watches TV, stores junk or hangs out with their friends. A study stadium had the singular purpose of supporting your child’s best work. Don’t send mixed signals by adding other functions. A study stadium doesn’t require a rosewood desk, super-fast computer, and the latest reference library. In fact much of the furniture and many of the resource books can be gleaned from secondhand shops, garage sales and the basements of family and friends. The emphasis should be on function, not flash. Build a corner of the world that belongs to your young person; a place that is singularly focused on their access to knowledge; a study stadium should be quiet and private. It should be an environment where there are few distractions, away from the sights and sounds of television, radio, and other people. Your young person needs to be surrounded by firm reminders that their learning is a high priority. Whether you find this place in a corner of a bedroom, the basement or even the garage is not important. What is important is the message that it sends your kid and the message is: “Here’s a place to do your best work!” Oxford Learning Centres have been helping students for years to learn how to make the most of their study stadium and build their skills and confidence so they can achieve their highest potential in school. Call your local Oxford Learning Centre today to learn how a personal learning program can help your child develop the skills and confidence for success in school. In Ajax/Pickering call 905-420-3141, in Whitby call 905-668-6800. Create a study stadium in your home AAJJAAXX — Heavily armed tactical officers surrounded an Ajax home Wednesday and arrested a 59-year-old man for assaulting his estranged wife. The Durham Regional Police tactical unit rushed to Crawford Drive at 2:10 p.m. after a 911 call that an intoxicated man had smashed into his home with a shovel, prompting his 49-year- old wife to flee to neighbours. The woman was not seriously injured. The man eventually exit- ed the home and surrendered to officers without incident at 4:20 p.m., police said. He’s been charged with assault and mischief. No names were re- leased. Man charged after barging into home with shovel A/P PAGE 8 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 www.durhamregion.com daysale! save 40% women’s fashions by Mantles™, ToGo™, Melrose, mac & jac and Maxfield. Reg. $19-$168. Sale $10.99-$99.99. sale $39.99 men’s Levi’s Jeans. Reg. $69.99. 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GO Transit is once again a partic- ipant in the annual R.I.D.E. (Re- duce Impaired Driving Everywhere) campaign. Police officers will be handing out Passport to R.I.D.E. booklets in spot checks to responsi- ble drivers. GO Transit will feature a coupon in the booklet that will allow two adults to ride for the price of one day pass on any weekday after 5 p.m., or anytime on a week- end or statutory holiday, until Feb. 29, 2004. “The R.I.D.E. program offers GO Transit a chance to celebrate this holiday season with our valuable passengers,” says Dr. Gordon Chong, GO’s chairman. “The two- for-one travel pass is our way of say- ing thank you as we continue to pro- vide a safe, reliable and cheaper way of travel.” For GO information, contact 416- 839-3200 in the Toronto local calling area, 1-888- GET ON GO (438-6646) long distance toll free or check the GO website at www.gotransit.com. Historical author to speak PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG — The Pickering Town- ship Historical Society invites you to their next meeting. The meeting will be held Tuesday, Dec. 9 at the East Shore Communi- ty Centre, 910 Liverpool Rd., Picker- ing at 7:30 p.m. The guest speaker will be Darcy Jenish, the author of Epic Wander- er: David Thompson and the Map- ping of the Canadian West. Mr. Jen- ish will speak on the life and times of this fur trader, map maker and surveyor. For more information contact John Sabean at 905-839-3811. Durham Trillium Quilters’ Guild show upcoming DDUURRHHAAMM — Join the Durham Trilli- um Quilters’ Guild for entertain- ment provided by quilting expert Karen Menzies, as she performs her Christmas Trunk Show. The show will be held on Dec. 2 at 7:30 p.m. in the cafeteria of Central Collegiate, 155 Gibb St., Oshawa. A potluck dessert buffet will follow the presentation. Anyone interested in quilting is welcome to attend as a guest. 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It means it’s time to get out the live trap and set it up, with sunflower seeds as bait. Time to take a few deer mice for a ride to a nice weedy meadow where they’ll have lots of seeds to eat, and where they may in turn provide sustenance for hawks and owls. Those big, hulking red-tailed hawks you see perched in trees along roadsides and fence lines may be waiting for deer mice to run past in the cover below. Our smallest falcons, kestrels, are looking for mice when you see them hunched on a hydro wire, or hovering in the air over a field. Rough-legged hawks, three times the size of kestrels, hunt mice by hovering as well. Every owl in Ontario, from the great horned owl to the tiniest, palm- sized sawwhet, would prefer to eat a mouse for dinner than just about anything else - and usually do. They’re probably relishing the fact this winter promises to be a great one for the prolific little white-bellied ro- dents. Like lemmings in the Arctic, mice and vole populations “down south” here seem to follow a cycle, building in numbers for a few years, when there are lots of seeds and nuts for them to store, and crashing no- ticeably in leaner years. From all the stories I’ve heard this fall, I’d say deer mice populations are at a peak in southern Ontario. People in cottage country are talking about a “plague” of mice, too. Deer mice look cute, with their big, liquid eyes, long whiskers and round Mickey Mouse ears. They live in burrows and cavities in woods, pastures and brushy areas, building spherical nests of soft shredded ma- terials and caching seeds. Their will- ingness to move into dry, warm human houses when it gets cold out does not endear them to homeown- ers. So why are mouse stories cause for excitement? Because of the po- tential for some great bird sightings this winter. Already a couple of snowy owls have been reported in southern Ontario, suggesting rodent popula- tions in the far north must be down. More rough-legged hawks than usual - other northerners - have been counted at the Cranberry Marsh Hawk Watch. If we’re really lucky, hungry great grey owls, hawk owls or boreal owls may show up to share the furry feast waiting for them right here in Durham Region. Nature queries or comments? mcarney@interlinks.net or (905) 725- 2116. LLaarrrraaiinnee RRoouullssttoonn rr ee cc yy cc ll ee rr ’’ss cc oo rr nn ee rr A/P PAGE 10 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Sale prices end Saturday, December 6, 2003, while quantities last **Complete warranty details at Sears we’ll have you rolling in a hurry… guaranteed! 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Treat yourself or use this offer to purchase a gift certificate for a friend (a great Christmas Gift!). 60 Randall Drive, Pickering Village 905-428-7800 Durham Orthopedic & Sports Injury Clinic Durham Orthopedic & Sports Injury Clinic In my last column I wrote a little about the history of hypnosis and I also covered some of its many uses. Many people are aware that hypnosis can be very effective for habit change and may have read about or even know someone who has used it to lose weight or quit smoking. However, h ypnosis has also been used for pain control; performance enhancement in sports, music and dance; improving motivation, study habits and the recollection of material studied; improving self-esteem and self- confidence; dealing with fears and phobias; helping people to get a good night’s sleep; preparation for surgery; stress and anxiety reduction; general relaxation, and according to Brian Weiss M.D., author of Many Lives, Many Masters, Ian Stevenson, M.D. author of Old Souls, and many other experts in the mental health profession, to help people explore one or more of their past lives. Hypnosis has proven to be extremely safe and effective in so many applications. However, people continue to harbour many misconceptions about hypnosis because of the way it has been portrayed in movies, stage shows and television programs. So, in order to try to clear up some of the misconceptions surrounding hypnosis, I have listed some of the most common questions that people ask me and the answers I give them. Can I be hypnotized? In all likelihood, the answer is yes. Studies show that if you are a person of normal intelligence and you are not taking certain medications (medications that are used for controlling certain psychological conditions) then you can be hypnotized. Can I get stuck in hypnosis? No, you cannot get stuck in hypnosis. If something were to happen to the hypnotist, after a few minutes of silence, you would become bored and either open your eyes or fall asleep, awakening when you are fully rested and relaxed. What does being hypnotized feel like? You actually go into hypnosis at least twice a day: just before you fall asleep and just after awakening. Perhaps you remember a time when you were in school and drifting off into a daydream while the teacher was talking. Daydreaming is a light state of hypnosis. When in hypnosis, you are very relaxed and your ability to focus becomes heightened. It is important to remember that hypnosis is not sleep. You are aware of sounds inside and outside the room; you remember them and the words of the hypnotist. Can I be made to do something that I don’t want to do? When you are in hypnosis you cannot be made to do anything that you would not generally do while in your normal waking state. That is, if something is incongruent with your morals or ethics, you will disregard it. You are in control at all times. Can I be made to say things that may be personal or embarrassing? While in hypnosis you will not say anything that you would not say while in your normal waking state. You cannot be made to divulge secrets. While in hypnosis you can actually lie. How will I know that I really was hypnotized? When in hypnosis, people sometimes feel a slight fluttering of their eyelids. Also they may be consciously aware of the need to swallow. Sometimes people feel their arms and/or their legs become very heavy or very light. Some people find that their extremities feel a little cool. These are all good signs of being in hypnosis. By reading the questions and answers presented in this article, hopefully you will have gained a better understanding of hypnosis and perhaps you will give it some consideration if you have an issue that you need help with. Errol Yeaman is a certified hypnotherapist and is a member of the Ontario Association of Hypnotherapists. He is the director of LifeSkills Hypnosis Centre in Pickering, Ontario. If you have any questions that pertain to hypnosis and would like to contact him, he can be reached by phone at 905-420-8805 or e-mail at e.yeaman@sympatico.ca. 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(BN Natural Foods) Call today for an Appointment (905) 837-6627 Karen Steward R.N.C.P., C.N.P. Take Back Your Health Today 220 Food Test (no needles) Mineral Analysis Body Analysis Detoxify & Cleanse Accurate Lab tests Great Food Menu Plans Allergy, Detox & Weight Control Clinic Ages 4 to 100 Single appointment and/or 5-step program Remember the old saying, “no pain, no gain”? At Durham Dental Centre they’ve changed that saying to “no pain, all gain”. Can you believe it-having dentistry done without freezing or that whining drill? Durham Dental Centre, located in Ajax, has the latest Biolast Dental Laser System, a machine that can perform a variety of procedures without the use of freezing or drilling. These procedures include caries (otherwise known as cavities), periodontal and gum surgeries, biopsies as well as desensitizing sensitive teeth, just to name a few. In most cases, the laser system eliminates pain entirely or reduces it significantly. Laser treatment also promotes faster healing and less post- operative inflammation, which minimizes patient discomfort. It’s just Durham Dental Centre’s way of making dental treatments more comfortable for you. The laser system is FDA approved and has gone through signif icant testing, involving all classes of cavity preparation on both children and adults. The benefits of drill-free dentistry are shared by patients and doctors, as patients no longer fear the sound or vibration of the dill. So if “no pain, all gain” sounds appealing to you call or stop by Durham Dental Centre for more information. There are two convenient locations to serve you better. Durham Dental Centre is located at 135 Harwood Ave. N., Suite 210 in Ajax (at highway 2). Call 905-427-4280. Or visit Durham West Dental Centre at 720 Sheppard Ave. E., Suite 6 in Pickering (at Whites Road). Call 905-420-4006. Dread visiting the dentist? Laser dentistry reduces pain significantly TO ADVERTISE IN THE HEALTH & WELLNESS FEATURE CONTACT MARILYN BROPHY AT 905-683-5110 A/P PAGE 12 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 www.durhamregion.com DURHAM REGION HEALTH DEPARTMENT For information online visit the Smart Serve website at www.smartserve.ca and the Health Department website at www.region.durham.on.ca As a host or homeowner you are responsible for the safety and behaviour of your guests until they are sober and not just until they leave your party. 905-723-8521ext. 2545 or 1-800-841-2729 ext. 2545 o wDid Y u K n o . . . o wDid Y u K n o . . . Follow these ips. . .tFollow these ips. . .t Call for a FREE HOLIDAY HOME HOSTING KIT on alcohol liability and safer parties For your FREE HOLIDAY HOME HOSTING KIT call the Durham Region Health Department, Injury Prevention Program at Have a 2 drink limit Serve lots of healthy, low salt food Provide plenty of alcohol-free drinks Don’t mix drinking and outdoor winter activities Never let anyone drink & drive, this includes smowmobiles Dr. Anthony Mac OPTOMETRIST Now Opening at Hakim Plaza Starting Thursday, November 13, 2003 • Eye Exams • Pediatric Vision Care • Ocular Health Assessments Including Glaucoma and Cataracts PLEASE CALL FOR APPOINTMENTS 65 Kingston Rd. E., Unit #83 Ajax, Ontario, L1S 7J4 Phone 905-619-0888 Simple precautions and common sense can make winter safer and healthier for all DDUURRHHAAMM – Enjoying four dis- tinct seasons is one of the best parts about living in Durham Re- g ion. But as the sun sets earlier and temperatures plummet, it's wise to think about winter health and safety. Whether it's a short walk to the corner store or hours spent cross-country skiing, people need to be aware of the charac- teristics of cold weather condi- tions and their consequences. Now that everybody in Durham has been made aware of the availability of free flu shots, it's time to think about some of the winter hazards to life and limb heading our way. "It's important to be aware of all winter conditions," says Jen- nifer Bacon, client services coor- dinator of the St. John Ambu- lance Durham Region Branch. "Even though it may seem Durham winters aren't that bad, they can be, as well as in other parts of Ontario." Hypothermia and frostbite are two of the most devastating re- sults of not taking winter seri- ously. People can die from hy- pothermia or lose parts of their anatomy to frostbite if, over a pe- riod of time, they are exposed to low temperatures, wind and moisture. According to St. John Ambu- lance Canada, the early signs of hypothermia include shivering and slurred speech, followed by confusion or lack of coordina- tion. Victims of hypothermia should get out of the cold, increase body heat as soon as possible and seek medical attention. Frostbite begins when the skin goes numb, explains the St. John We b site (www.sja.ca). Frozen skin looks white and waxy. The area of frozen skin should be gradually warmed with body heat. Warm hands work best because frozen skin con- tains tiny ice particles, which can damage the tissue if rubbed. If the skin is grey-blue and hard to the touch, seek warmth and medical attention immediately. Dressing properly for weather conditions is necessary. Depend- ing on the type of activity, tem- perature and duration of time spent outside can protect the welfare of those who work or play outside. Layering clothes, with the thinnest layer against the skin, should be worn and be made from materials and fabric such as high quality wool, polypropy- lene, and polyester. These draw perspiration away from the body so the moisture can then evaporate. According to winter survival experts, silk, acrylic and cotton will hold more moisture and therefore should not be used to form the layers. A second, insulating layer of wool or spun polyester should come next. This 'fleecy' layer stays warm when wet and keeps dampness from seeping through to the inner layer and skin. The third and final layer of clothing should be water- and wind-repellent with zippers and vents to help regulate the body's temperature. In order to protect the rest of the body, hats and scarves, earmuffs, and often two pairs of socks (wool is best) are advised. Boots should cover the ankle and mit- tens be made of wool or poly- ester. Another important part of bracing oneself for cold weather is to increase the number of calo- ries consumed in food and drink, especially if strenuous winter ac- tivity is the order of the day. Alcohol should be avoided and, according to the medical profes- sion, can cause the body to lose heath more quickly, by opening up the skin's vessels and expos- ing the heat in the blood to the cold weather. The consumption of non-alco- holic beverages is encouraged so that outdoor enthusiasts stay hydrated in cold, often dry, air. It is thought a cross-country skier can lose up to about one quart of perspiration in one hour. Health Canada stresses the need for a well-balanced diet as a source of both energy and warmth during winter and sug- gests making choices from Cana- da's Food Guide. Nutritionists also encourage people to drink lots of water in order to be well hydrated during our cold, dry winters. Wa t er is also good for the skin which winter wind and cold can chap and dry out. Moisturizers help and can be of the all-pur- pose kind instead of expensive department store types. And just because it's cold out- side, the sun's rays are still pow- erful enough to do damage, espe- cially at higher altitudes when skiing. The glare from snow and ice can be reflective of sunlight, making it even more harmful. Lips are particularly vulnerable and should be cared for with moisturizers and sunscreens, de- pending on exposure time. St. John Ambulance Durham Region Branch is located at 64 Colborne St. E., Oshawa. Jen- nifer Bacon welcomes calls for more information and for train- ing opportunities at 905-434-7800. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 PAGE 13 A/P Health & Wellness DURHAM DENTAL CENTRE 135 Harwood Ave. N. (at Hwy. 2) 905-427-4280 NEW PATIENTS & EMERGENCY APPOINTMENTS WELCOMED E-mail: durhamdent@aol.com Website: www.comsearch-can.com/DURHAM.html HARWOOD AVE.DURHAM CENTRE HWY. #2 HWY. 401 WE ARE HERE A Healthy Smile is always in style. Let us make you smile again. Before After Orthodontics (Braces, Retainers) • Crowns and Bridges/Dentures • Root Canal Treatment • Nitrous Oxide Sedation (Laughing Gas) • Wisdom Molar Extraction • White Fillings All Insurance Plans Accepted (Sent Directly) •Air abrasion (No Freezing - No Drilling) for applicable cavities •Intra oral camera (Before & After Pictures) •Electrosurgery and cosmetic gum surgery •Ultra sonic scaling, cosmetic veneering •Teeth whitening Evening & Saturday Appointments Available Available In Our Office Laser Dentistry General dental care for the whole family Convenient hours Daily 8:00 am - 7:00 pm Saturdays available. Same day appointments available. Emergencies on short notice All fields of dentistry practiced White fillings, braces, Denture services, Caps, Bridges, Root canal treatment, Gum treatment. Extraction of wisdom teeth, Cosmetic Bonding. Hospitalization (for those who need it). Dental implants (Surgical and prosthetic). TMJ treatment Nitrous Oxide Gas Sedation (Laughing gas) Easy extended payment terms! Insurance plans accepted, we will bill direct to your insurance company. New patients welcomed. Dentistry while you are asleep if required. CALL TODAY 905-420-6226 734 Kingston Rd., Pickering ESQUIRE DENTAL CENTRES BracesImplants 32 Years Experience BEFORE AFTER BEFORE AFTER BEFORE AFTER BEFORE AFTER BEFORE (Hwy. 2 & Whites Rd.) ESQUIRE DENTAL CENTRES Dr. A. Awadalla Dr. Ray Mulrooney Dr. S. Khalil Dr. Stephen Tannis Dr. Luk (Female) Dr. Lam (Female) Dr. Mark Awadalla SATURDAY APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE AFTER BEFORE AFTER BEFORE Based on full program. 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Wear warm boots and overshoes that have a deep tread, fit properly and are easy to put on and take off. 5. Dress warmly. Try to keep bulk to a minimum. 6. Leave yourself enough time so you are not rushed. 7. Wa t ch out for ice. Wearing sunglasses can re- duce glare. 8. Carry parcels by your side so you can watch your step. 9. Ta ke a taxi home from a shopping trip. It could be less expensive than a fall. 10. If you must walk on ice, slow down and take small steps. Want more than just a job? Searching for options? Are you looking in the right place? Careers in the skilled trades offer more. Tradeability.ca is the place to learn how much more. It’s the online destination for complete information about the skilled trades in Durham Region. From resources to events to trade profiles, the site is designed for people who want “tradeability”. Visit www.tradeability.ca A/P PAGE 14 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 www.durhamregion.com 465 Bayly St. W. 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Santa Claus, a jolly, stout man with a twin- kle in his eye, rosy-red cheeks and a cheerful laugh, is the American adaptation of the European legend of Saint Nicholas. He wears a bright red suit trimmed with white fur, a long red cap and shiny black boots. In England, he wears the very same outfit, but there he's called Father Christmas. In France, children refer to him as Père Noël, which means Father Christmas. He wears a long red robe and white fur hat with wooden shoes. In Switzerland you see another variation on Santa. His name is Saint Nicholas, and he wears a long white robe and a tall pointed hat called a miter. There are numerous other counterparts of Santa Claus across the globe, including the German Kris Kringle, the Italian Befana, the Swedish Jultomten and Russia's Babouschka. Though he may look a bit different and be called many names, to children of all countries, his message is the same. They peek out the windows and hope to catch a glimpse of this special man as he flies through the sky, delivering gifts for boys and girls to enjoy on Christmas Day. Santa brings out the child in all Santa Claus is the American adaptation of the European legend of Saint Nicholas www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 PAGE 17 A/P At the Winning Foursome, we can tailor a gift certificate for any of the following: Merchandise in our Proshop Golf Schools Golf Lessons Green Fees Can’t get out to see us at the Club? Visit us at our Pickering Town Centre Kiosk (lower level) Dec. 8th to 24th The Winning Foursome - Deer Creek North, Deer Creek South, Glen Cedars and The Academy - “We’ve got it all” Winner of the Durham Readers Choice Award for Best Golf Course - 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 South Golf & Banquet Facility PICKERING PICKERING APPLIANCEAPPLIANCE www.pickeringappliance.com 601 Kingston Rd.W., Ajax 905-428-5590 Major Appliance ParMajor Appliance Par ts ts For All Makes & ModelsFor All Makes & Models Camco, GE, Hotpoint, McClary, Moffat, Beaumark, Whirlpool, Admiral, Kitchenaid, Inglis, Roper, Maytag, Caloric, Magic Chef, Amana Kitchen Appliance ParKitchen Appliance Par ts &ts & AccessoriesAccessories Braun, Cuisinart, Sunbeam/Oster, Kitchenaid, Presto pressure cookers Humidifier Filters &Humidifier Filters & AccessoriesAccessories Honeywell, Holmes, Bionaire, Bemis, Hamilton Beach, Aprilaire, General, ...and more. FridgeFridge WWaterater FiltersFilters Whirlpool, Fr igidair, Maytag, Amana, Kitchenaid, GE ...and more. Shavers &Shavers & AccessoriesAccessories Braun, Phillips/Remmington Shavers & accessories, ...and more. The holidays are a time of celebrations and happiness - a time when family and friends gather to share in the joy of the season. To make this time special, peo- ple should plan activities that the whole fam- ily can enjoy. Whether it's decorating the house or wrapping presents, this quality time can make the season brighter. The Christmas tree becomes the heart of the home during the holidays and it can bring the family closer too. Selecting a tree can be a group activity. Mom and dad and the chil- dren can search for the perfect tree together and once they get it home, they all can help decorate it. The family can even start an annual tradition by having everyone make an ornament, whether with construction paper and crayons, felt and glitter or needle and thread. Not only is it heart warming to have a tree covered with homemade decorations, but it also will bring fun memories to mind every time the family looks at the tree. If putting up a tree isn't possible, people can still fill their homes with the holiday spir- it. Poinsettias and plants trimmed with lights and bows can add a festive flair to every room of the house. They can decorate their home together, or each person can have a particular area to decorate. Either way, the family will be working together. Another integral part of the holidays is sending out Christmas cards. While mom usually ends up writing all the cards herself, that's not the way it has to be. She can divide the list among the family so everyone has some cards to write personal messages to friends and relatives Grandparents will love to open a card and see that it's signed by their grandchildren. It seems that homes always are full during the holidays, whether people are hosting out- of-town guests or entertaining neighbours who just pop by. While it gets hectic, it also can be a lot of fun. People see loved ones they haven't seen in a while and they remi- nisce about old times. And, they're making more wonderful memories as they do so. While entertaining brings the family together, so does preparing for the get- together. Everyone can do his or her part to make the gathering special. From making cookies together to shoveling the driveway to making up the spare room for guests, the family can have fun before the party even starts. For an added treat, the family can arrange to take breaks together from the household chores with a nice winter warm- up, like hot chocolate or tea. One of the hardest things during the holi- day season is shopping for gifts. While everyone may go to the store together, they usually go off on their own once they get there. To make gift giving more of a family activity, the family can sit down together before the holidays and come up with ideas of what they want to get grandma, grandpa, aunts, uncle, cousins, and closer friends. They'll be gifts that truly come from the entire family. Once all the presents have been bought, the family can wrap them together. The little ones can even make their own wrapping paper with crayons and markers, or they can make their own card for the family to sign. Everyone from the gifters to the gifted will appreciate beautifully wrapped packages that have that extra-special touch. However people prepare for the holidays, there are wonderful opportunities to spend time with the ones they love the most. 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Ajax 905-427-2388 ext.18 OPEN WHOLESALE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Stocking Stuffer Outlet 1000s of items in stock GIFTS...TOYS & much more Give your home a holiday facelift Let your house make a great first impression as Debbie Travis, host of Debbie Travis' Facelift on Home & Garden Television (HGTV),offers ideas to light up the night and ring in the holidays, making your home's exterior cheerful and welcoming. Let there be light.To light the way to your door, use brown paper grocery bags, spray-paint- ed white, then sprayed with varnish for stiffness and protection against rain and snow. Make a small two-inch hole at the bottom edge of each bag, fill with a handful of exterior-use lights, threading the ends through the hole. Leave a gap of about a foot and repeat with the next bag, join- ing all the lights together. Plug in with an exteri- or-use extension cord and stand back to enjoy the effect. Jingle all the way.For this glittery idea use strips of mirror, tied onto an embroidery hoop, or even a metal coat hanger, for the sweet sound of Christmas. Sand the edges to avoid cuts, then hang in the trees to enjoy the icy glimmer of the mirror and the delicate sound of the chimes. Watch Debbie Travis' Facelift: Christmas Special airing Sun., Dec. 7 at 8 p.m. ET/PT for more holiday ideas. Debbie Travis' Facelift, airing Sundays at 8 p.m. ET/PT on HGTV, finds Travis conspiring to renovate and redecorate the spaces of unsuspecting, absent homeowners. Great ideas for your home are at www.HGTV.ca. NC www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 PAGE 19 A/P Z. Art Gallery 1822 Whites Rd. Pickering (905) 837-0144 email: images21inc@rogers.com Strouds Lane Whites Rd.Kingston Rd. Amberlea Plaza i f t c a l r o l d In the realm of gift giving, gift certificates have received somewhat of a lower eche- lon status. Being just a slip of paper in most cases, they aren't very shiny and they promise delayed, rather then instant, gratifi- cation. In many cases, the recipient feels that the buyer wasn't concerned enough about their gift to spend any time shopping. It's also true that the certificate doesn't always fit the needs or desires of the receiver. If given enough consideration, gift certificates can be a very wel- comed gift. It takes know- ing the basic lifestyle and tastes of the receiver, plus some of their interests. A gift certificate can also be appropriate for practically any age, with per- haps seniors benefiting the most from them. Since many seniors have extra time on their hands during the day, a health club membership (perhaps a trial three month plan) is great. Passes to golf courses are another good idea, as are certificates for new exercise clothing and quality sports shoes. Gifts like season tickets to a local playhouse, a lecture series or a museum membership are also stimulating presents that improve the quality of life. Seniors can often benefit from gift certifi- cates for services, as they may not have the physical ability to perform some of the tougher tasks around the house. Many would appreciate the gift of carpet cleaning, tree trimming or land- scaping,or a year's worth of hav- ing their windows washed. Buying a gift certificate for a family can be a harder decision, and many choose the time-hon- ored favourites of movie passes or a meal at the family's favourite eatery. Other forms of family enter- taining make great pres- ents, too, like certifi- cates for an afternoon of bowling, minia- ture golf or an amusement or water park. Or, you could really knock their Christmas stockings off with a certificate for a weekend's RV rental (including a map to the nearest camp ground). For kids, gift certificates usually don't go beyond fast food and video rentals, and those are certainly appreciated. What may have a longer lasting impression is a membership at a children's museum or certificates for art, dance or Karate classes. Bookstore certifi- cates will help promote the habit of reading in kids, while craft store certificates will help them explore their creative side. Even if a business doesn't normally offer gift certificates, it's hard to think of one that would deny anyone a chance to prepay for merchandise or services. Some shoppers have gone so far as to make up their own and have the store manager sign it (be sure to keep the receipt in these cases). By all means, dress up a gift certificate any way you'd like, using oversized cards and envelopes, or the old classic of a small sized gift wrapped in a refrigerator box. Any way you package it, a gift certificate will be appreciated. 71 Station St., Ajax 905-427-8829 KWIK • Stocking Stuffers • Authentic International Soccer Jerseys & Scarves • Assorted Rugby Shirts • Indoor & Outdoor Soccer Shoes • Coach’s Gifts Everything For The “Hard To Please” Soccer Enthusiast Everything For The “Hard To Please” Soccer Enthusiast $5999NOW Pugg Nets Reg. $79.99 Include: 2 nets, 1 soccer ball, pump, carrying case GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE RECOMMENED BY PLAYERS & COACHES TO IMPROVE FOCUS, TOUCH & ACCURACY Gift certificates can be the most thoughtful presents A/P PAGE 20 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 www.durhamregion.com With the holiday season officially upon us, bright- ening hearth and home with fun and festive hol- iday decorations tops the to-do list for many of Canada's holiday revelers. However, it's easy to get caught up in the spirit of the season, and forget that many house- hold decorations also pose potential risks of fire or injury. "As families gather to celebrate the festive season, we want to help them to enjoy a safe and happy holiday," said Grant Carter, vice president, marketing and communica- tions, CSA Group. "Whether decorating the home or sim- ply enjoying each other's comfort in front of a warm fire, these safety tips have been designed to remind everyone to be proactive this holiday season when it comes to safety." According to the Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs, fires caused by faulty cords and plugs on holiday lighting are the leading cause of indoor fires during the holiday season. "Fire safety deserves special attention during the holi- day season," says Ken Kelly, president, Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs. "We can help make this year's holiday season a safe and joyous occasion by following CSA's tips and advice on how to identify and prevent some potential fire hazards around your home." The CSA and Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs encourage Canadians to practice safety both inside and outside their homes this holiday season by following a few simple tips for indoor and outdoor safety. Decking your halls - indoor safety tips • Save proper product packaging: Store lights and dec- orations in the original packaging, as it likely contains manufacturer's instructions on replacement bulbs and details for proper product use. • Look your lights over: It is important to carefully inspect holiday light strings each year and discard any frayed cords, cracked lamp holders or loose connections. • Check for the CSA mark: When purchasing light strings, extension cords and electrical decorations, look for the CSA Mark, which provides assurance that the products comply with applicable standards for safety and perform- ance. • Unplugged and not too snug: Make sure to unplug light strings before replacing bulbs and check to ensure replacement bulbs match the voltage and wattage of the original bulb. • Check the fit: Ensure that bulb reflectors are the right size for the light string. • Lights out: Always turn off holiday lights when you leave the house unattended or when going to bed. Creating a winter wonderland - outdoor safety tips • Be wary of winter wiring: Before working with out- door wiring, turn off the electricity to the supply outlet and unplug the connection. • Stay high and dry:When hanging lights outdoors, keep electrical connectors above ground and out of puddles and snow, as well as away from metal eaves troughs. • Use friendly fasteners: Use insulated fasteners rather than metal nails or tacks to hold light strings in place. • Pack away for another day: Remove outdoor lights fol- lowing the holidays so they are not damaged by extended exposure to harsh weather conditions. • Timing is everything: Use a CSA-certified outdoor timer to switch lights on and off. Lights should be turned on after 7 p.m. to avoid the "electricity rush hour". • The right receptacles: Whenever possible, connect all outdoor lighting into receptacles protected by weather- proof ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCI). 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Hub Plaza Women’s Wear Men’s Wear SAVE UP TO 80% 1822 White s R d . - A m b e r l e a P l a z a - P i c k e r i n g 905-831-93 3 9 Holiday gift lists can be such a hassle; if that third cousin-twice-removed sent you a cheese ball last year, you have to reciprocate this year. With so many names on the list, it is hard to remember all of the folks you rely on throughout the year, those who actually make the in-between months flow smoothly. For your convenience, here's a short list of the people that deserve a bit of holiday remembrance. Naturally, you'll think of the people that you spend the second largest amount of time with, your co-workers. Oh yeah and the boss of course but what about those folks around the office? How about leaving a gift certificate for those you rarely see, like the cleaners After all, your wastebasket doesn't empty itself every day and someone takes care of those crumbs when you have lunch at your desk. They certainly deserve a holiday offering of thanks. Lots of businesses, small and large (and an increasing number of them home-based), depend on a product being sent in a timely manner. The man or woman from the deliv- ery company may just pop in for a few min- utes every week but they are an integral part of your success. For all the running they do for you, a token of your appreciation during the holidays brings good will in the New Year. On the home front, the list can get a bit longer. There are the paper and mail carriers and anyone who worked regularly at your home, such as the gar- dener, pool guy, house- keeper etc. The list is starting to look like the ones for the second cousins, isn't it? Take it easy—it doesn't have to be complicated. The majority of folks would appreciate a mon- etary gift, as this has been the custom for hun- dreds of years. For someone who performs hard manual labour for you a day or two per week throughout the year (landscapers, maids, etc.), a $100 holiday gift should be the minimum. For those appearing less fre- quent but still important to your home life or business (the carriers and delivery per- sonnel), $50 to $75 is a noble gesture, while less frequent helpers deserve a $25 present. The guidelines, of course, are wholly dependent on your ability to afford gifts of this nature. If those figures would bust your budget, structure them to fit your holiday funds for helpers. The important thing, again, is to recognize their services. If a monetary gift is not feasible, what then? Whether or not you can afford a gift, don't let your helpers go unnoticed. Make sure to write them a note for what they do for you, letting them know that their servic- es are well appreciated. A homemade goody in this case is fine, like some choco- lates, or even your fresh-baked bread or lemon bars. 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Chances are that one or two stand out among the rest, while the others are either forgotten or have gone the route of garage sales or charity donations. Those that have lasted, however, are treasured as a connection between you and a member of the family, and you just seeing them rekindles the sentiment that you all share. Here are some ideas to create a lasting gift this holiday season, one that may even be enjoyed by many generations yet to come. Photos are treasured by all families as a record of their lives, and most homes display them with pride. A family por- trait is a great place to start, particularly when presented as a gift in a handsome frame. Every family can have a group pic- ture taken, but consider other possibilities, particularly if you wish to share it with others. Consider creating a 8x10 inch montage of the family, showing off what each of you do best. It can include the par- ents at their jobs or around the home, the kids on the soccer field or in a band, and photos from recent vacations. Most photo shops and printers can make these montages for you, or you can create them yourself on your home PC. Far beyond just a view of the family smiling for the camera, a montage offers a glimpse into a family's activities. Computer technology has given families the ability to turn old, yellowed, creased and torn snapshots into photos that look brand new. Take those ancient, brittle photos of the great-grandparents to a good photo shop to be redone, and present them as gifts to the family. If you have a number of old family photos to share, the montage idea is the way to go. If you have the time, creating personal scrapbooks of your family's past generations provides an amazing record that will be perused time and again. Scrapbooking has become more than a hobby; there are now chain stores devoted to it. Such stores will guide you to the right books, with acid-free papers and accessories to keep the memories alive for decades. Of course, these days photos don't have to come on just paper. Video scrapbooks can be made at home, or for a pro- fessional look, with the help of a video studio. A video scrap- book can be a multi-media presentation, including taped or filmed highlights from the family history. The initial charge to create a video scrapbook may be several hundred dollars if done professionally, but tapes can then be reproduced at low cost for the benefit of large families. For the cost-conscious, consider creating your scrapbook In the Internet. Setting up a home Web page is easy, and can be done for free using certain Internet service providers. Granted, it takes both time and computer knowledge, but the relatives can then download the scrapbook to print for them- selves or add to it whenever they wish. Whichever way you choose to go, family photos and mementos provide a gift that is always cherished. You can be sure that this is one gift that will never see a garage sale. Come Herald the start of the Christmas season in Historic Pickering Village with the Tree Lighting on Friday December 5 at 7 P.M. on Old Kingston Road. Pickering Village, originally known as Duffins Creek, is a treasure trove of historical buildings dating back to 1841. Experience a trip back in time! Come enjoy complimentary hot chocolate and sing along with the carolers from the Pickering Village United Church Choir, the Sacred Mosaic Choir and the Lorelei Singers of Oshawa. As a sign of our times, a donation to the food bank or an unwrapped toy would be appreciated. Christmas Tree LightingChristmas Tree Lighting at the Pickering Villageat the Pickering Village Church StreetKingston Rd. / Hwy. #2 * * Tree Lighting Old K i n g s t o n R d . www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 PAGE 23 A/P Mayor and Members of Council wish you a Happy, Healthy Holiday Season. from Pickering Village BIA Seas on’s Gs Greetin gsSeason’s Gs Greetin gsSeason’s Gs Greetin gs Admission Fees A limited number of tickets on sale now at the Ajax or McLean Community Centres To wn of Ajax Recreation Services Presents 8th Annual New Year’s Eve8th Annual New Year’s Eve8th Annual New Year’s Eve Family PartyFamily PartyFamily Party Ajax Community Centre – December 31st – 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Youth / Senior $2.00 ea. Children under 3 FREE Adults $3.00 ea. ❃Ice Skating with a D.J ❃Celebration Cake ❃Face Painting ❃Children’s Games ❃Party Favours ❃Craft Activities ❃Horse Drawn Wagon Rides ❃And Much More SupportedSupported byby Don’t MissDon’t Miss This Great WayThis Great Way To Ring In TheTo Ring In The New Year!New Year! 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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! BALKH TRADING COMPANY 1050 Brock Road South, Pickering 905-831-5644 December 5 to 31 City of Pickering Winterfest Thank you to our sponsors, Pickering Town Centre, Ontario Power Generation, Ladies Progress Club, Veridian, Pineridge Arts Council and Backwoods Players Friday December 5 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Winterfest Opening Night & Tree Lighting Esplanade Park, City Hall Free family event with wagon rides, children and adult entertainment, tree lighting and fireworks. Sponsored by the Ladies Progress Club, Pickering Town Centre, Ontario Power Generation and City of Pickering Saturday December 6 & Sunday December 13 2:00 pm ‘Aladdin’ Brougham Community Hall Backwoods Players present ‘Aladdin’ Saturday December 6 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Snow Sculpture Contest Esplanade Park Bring the whole family. Sponsored by PineRidge Arts Council Saturday December 6 1:00 pm Puppet Show Pickering Central Library Sunday December 7 & Sunday December 14 12 noon Christmas in the Village Pickering Museum Village Experience an Old-Fashioned Family Christmas. Wednesday December 10 7:15 pm Mayor’s Light Tour Adults 55+ tour the festive streets of Pickering. See the website for bus pick-ups Saturday December 13 12 noon to 4:00 pm Holiday Karaoke Pickering Town Centre, by the Bay fountain Sing along with free holiday karaoke Saturday December 13 12 noon to 3:00 pm Movies & Crafts Pickering Nuclear Information Centre A free afternoon of Christmas crafts and movies for children. Sunday December 14 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm Poinsettia Tea Pickering Recreation Complex Christmas music and refreshments for senior adults. Tickets are $2.00 each and sold in advance of the event. Adults 55+ Tuesday December 16 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm Ve ridian Music Night Pickering Civic Complex, City Hall An evening of holiday music performed by local school choirs and professional musicians. Wednesday December 17 2:00 pm Reindeer Camp Pickering Central Library Free program for children ages 3 to 5 years. Songs, stories & activities Saturday December 20 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm Winterfest Tree Decorating Pickering Recreation Complex Free tree ornament craft program for children ages 6 to 8. Free Pre-registration using Tele-Reg will be required (bar code #37053) call 905.420.4749 to register or call 905.420.4621 for details. Saturday December 20 11:00 am Snow Much Fun Pickering Central Library Free program of stories, songs & activities to celebrate the magic of snow. Make your very own snowman to take home with you. Monday December 22, 23, 29 & 30 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Tim Horton’s Free Skate Pickering Recreation Complex Arena Free public skate sponsored by Tim Horton’s. Wednesday December 31 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Winterfest New Year’s Eve Skate & Swim Pickering Recreation Complex Free family skate and swim with games, prizes and countdown. P i c k e r i n g Friday December 5 Tr ee Lighting Pickering Village 7:00 pm Old Kingston Rd. Ajax. Hosted by Pickering Village BIA. Come and sing Carols and enjoy complimentary Hot Chocolate. Donation to Food Bank appreciated. Friday December 5 Trim the Tree Party Village Branch Library 1:30 pm Join in the Cillage tradition. Create one ornament for the Village Branch Tree and one to take home. Free. Drop-in. Sunday December 7 Family Films @your library™ Presents:How the Grinch Stole Christmas Main Branch Rotary Room 1:30 pm Rated PG 13 - Parental supervision or proof of age required for this free program. Christmas Storytime For preschoolers age 3 and up December 22, 23 and December 29,30 Free Holiday Drop-In McLean Community Centre Gym 10:00 am - 12 noon and 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Games and Sports in a supervised environment. Ages 6-12 yrs. Ajax Community Centre Games Room December 24 - 26 & January 1 Closed December 27 - 29 10:00 am to 7:00 pm December 30 10:00 am - 4:00 pm McLean Community Centre Youth Room December 24 - 26 & January 1 Closed December 27 - 30 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Saturday December 20 - January 3 Public Skating Village Arena Call (905) 427-8811 for schedule details. Monday December 22 - January 2 Public Swimming Ajax Community Centre and McLean Centre Call (905) 427-8811 for schedule details. Wednesday December 31 New Year’s Eve Family Skating Party Ajax Community Centre 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Tickets on sale at Ajax Community Centre. Call for details (905) 427-8811. Saturday Febraury 7 Winterfest Greenwood Conservation Area 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Lots of outdoor fun. Free event. 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We wish you all the Best for a Safe and Happy Holiday Season. Seas ons G reetingsSeasons Greetings from the Staf f atfrom the Staf f at HealthWATCH™ Didn’t like that three-foot poster of Elvis you received for Christmas last year? Or maybe you thought the set of potholders you received was inappropriate considering you don’t cook? Some people are just clueless when it comes to giving gifts. They don’t know what to give and end up buying the first thing they see when they walk into a store. We’ve all been on the receiving end of gifts like these and we’ve probably given a gift or two like these. Don’t be on the giv- ing end of cluelessness this year. Whether you’re purchas- ing a gift for a coworker or a family member, follow these steps to choose a gift that fits the person. The most common mistake people make when buying gifts is to buy something they like, assuming the person receiving the gift will like it, too. Half the time they don’t, so you have a 50/50 chance of getting it wrong. Unless you know the person well and have similar tastes, don’t assume the recipient will like the gift just because you do. The first step to successful gift giving is to figure out what the recipient wants or needs. One of the special joys of receiving the perfect gift is the element of surprise. Remember how it feels to open a gift and be totally surprised because it was exactly what you wanted,but you didn’t know anyone else knew that you wanted it. That is how you want the recipient of your gift to feel. But how do you discover their secret desire? Simple. Spend some time with the person. Look for prospects in casual conversa- tions. Lead them toward your goal without letting on that you’re fishing for ideas. More importantly, listen for the cor- rect response. For example, you’re having a casual conver- sation and suddenly they say, “Oh, I’ve always wanted one of those.” If you’re not paying attention, the opportunity for a gift idea passes you by. Take clues from what they say in passing, such as “I need to get one of those next time I’m at that store.” People make ref- erences to things they want all the time—you just have to be ready to hear them. If you’re buying a gift for someone you don’t know and are not able to converse with them, consider taking your fishing trip through the back door. Talk to someone who knows them well. It may be another cowork- er, parent, neighbor or even a child. Ask about hobbies, sporting interests or favorite pastimes. Tell them you’d like it to be a sur- prise though, so they don’t rain on your parade. You should be able to get ample gift ideas with thoughtful probing. Sift through the ideas you get and look for the unusual, uncommon gift idea that the recipient won’t expect. When all else fails you can ask the person directly. But don’t just accept one idea from them. Insist on multiple gift ideas,so you can instill some element of surprise into it. Once you have the ideas, expand upon them. For example, maybe they want the latest CD of their favorite musical group. Great, buy the CD. But you might also consider buying a portable CD changer so they can listen to their favorite CD in the car or two tickets to the group’s next concert. Use creativity to expand the idea from the mundane to the amazing. Remember the wonder and amazement on Christmas morning you felt as a child when you saw that Santa had brought exact- ly what you wanted? How did he know? Well, maybe because you told him when you were sitting on his lap or because you sent him a list, but it doesn’t work that way with coworkers, friends and family members. It takes a little more effort, clever thinking and creativity to recreate that same element of surprise. 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From there, it’s just a matter of filling the container with the appro- priate items. Here are some ideas: • Gym bag—for the guy or gal who likes to work out. Fill it with towels, shampoo, hand weights or a gym membership. • Ice bucket—for the wine connoisseur. A nice bottle of red wine and a bottle opener are all that is needed, though you might throw in a brick of cheese and some French bread. • Backpack—for the outdoor enthusiast or bookworm. For the former, fill it with a water bottle, compass, topographical map, first-aid kit and a hiking book. For the latter, fill it with the latest copies of books by their favorite author. • Bucket—for just about anyone. Fill it with everything from cleaning supplies to gardening supplies or tools. Don’t forget to throw in a pair of gloves. • Zippered makeup bag—for girls. This pretty little bag could contain beads and art supplies for a little girl or jewelry for an older girl. • Guitar case—for the music enthusiast. Fill it with their favorite tunes—CDs or cas- settes—even a Top ’40s Hit book. Or you could place a gift certificate inside and let them pick out their own music. It’s the pres- entation that counts. • Pillowcase—for anyone. Depending on the receiver, it can hold stuffed animals, books, games or toys for kids or linens for the ladies. But don’t stop there; let your imagination run wild. • Bread box—for anyone who loves to cook. Fill it with all kinds of gourmet foods or kitchen gadgets. • Canister set—for anyone. Depending on the design, this can hold anything from food items to fishing gear. • Toolbox—for your favorite toolman. Fill it with tools,or for a really big surprise some- thing other than tools. • Tackle box—for the angler. Filled with fishing gear, it’s another obvious container. Anglers, however, would love nothing better than a few new tricks to get “the big one.” • Jardiniere—for anyone. This can really hold a slew of gifts, including but not limited to, a plant. • Cooler—for the camping enthusiast or beach bum. Tuck in an uninflated air mat- tress, lantern, beach towels, sunscreen or a radio. • Laundry basket—for the college-bound student. Fill it with either the traditional laun- dry supplies or folded new clothing. By thinking unconventionally and mak- ing eccentric choices, you can create a won- derful gift basket. Think out of the basket for great gift basket ideas www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 PAGE 27 A/P 795 Westney Rd. S. 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Has it already started snowing in the North Pole? I would also like to know how you got your magic powers? This Christmas will you please give me a real drum set. I am learning to play the piano and I don't have one so could you please get me one? By the way how is your wife? Say hi to her for me. Thanks a lot, the best kid in town. Tianna of Ajax Dear Santa. How are you and Mrs. Claus? You and the elves must be very busy getting ready for Christmas. My name is Brittany and I am 4 years old. I would like it if you could bring me a Bratz doll, some Barbie clothes, Dora the Explorer dominos game, Walt Disney Yahtzee game, Strawberryland game, Kerplunk, sleeping Beauty movie, Finding Nemo movie and a Dora the Explorer movie. I don't need everything on my list, but you have lots to choose from. I think I have been good (for the most Part) all year. Love Brittany of Ajax Dear Santa, My name is Ellen Lush and I'm 5 1/2 months old. This is my first Xmas. My parents are very excited because they said that I'm the best Xmas gift they could ever receive. I'm not asking for anything this year only I hope that every little boy and girl get everything they wish for. Love Ellen Dear Santa. This year I've been waiting a long time for Christmas and now its finely here so here are the things my family would enjoy having. First Mommy would like lots and lots of dark Godivia Chocolate and more Swarvski Crystal figurines to add to her collection. Daddy would like new socks and lots of things for his boat and catching fish. Adam would like a bag of sugar, solid or grains, he doesn't care. And finally me I's like to get toys like Bratz Dolls, Groovy Girls, Snubbles and Neopet things. Most of all a Hamster and CD Walkman. Thank you for hav- ing the time to read my letter. Sincerely, Shawna of Pickering Dear Santa. Did you have a good year? How are you doing? Did you get new recruits of reindeer yet? How are the rein- deer doing? Have you got new Elves this year? How are they doing? How is Mrs. Claus? Is she bak- ing any good cookies lately? I'm am Ryan and I'm 10 years old and in 5th grade. I'm interested in computer games. I try to be nice to my sister and my friends. I've tried to be good this year. I would like The Ages of Empires the expan- sion set, Amped 2, a Game Boy Advance, Yu-Gi-Oh the Scared Cards, Bionicle, Mega Man Zero 2, a comedy horror movie and Yu-Gi-Oh! Monster shootout game with more then the characters in the box. Thank you from Ryan of Pickering Dear Santa. How do you see all the children in 1 night? How are you and Mrs. Claus? How are the elves? How are your reindeer? How are the people in your king- dom? I would like Barbie of Swan Lake Movie, doll and castle. I would also like Ello Junglea and Ello Fairies world. I would also like Shoe Fairies. Thanks you from April of Pickering. Santa. How are you? How is Rudolph? For Christmas I would love to have a Power Ranger Zoid and a Ninja Turtle with a Weapon and a Bioncle. Merry Christmas. Love Hunter Dear Santa. I really would like a lot of things for Christmas. But I am being nice not notty and asking you what you want. So what will it be Santa? Menu Skim Milk $0.00, Homo Milk $0.00, 1% Milk $0.00, Fudgeo Cookies $0.00 Oreo Cookies $0.00, Rainbow Cookies $0.00. Chose one and that's what I will leave you on my table. P.S. don't forget the tip please. If your on a diet, I suggest Skim Milk and Oreo's. P.S. could you please have a pair of Toe Socks for being nice, not notty. Tasha from Ajax Dear Santa. I wish for a Button Maker and a CD-player for Christmas because I love Christmas. I also the Avril Lavine CD. I also want a happy Christmas for you too. I also want a stuffed animal too please. I love you Santa, from Allison of Pickering Dear Santa, My name is Wolfgang, Wolfie for short. I will be turning 3 years old on December 18th. Having a Birthday so close to Christmas is good and bad, or so I am told. I think it’s great because I get a Christmas piñata and we get to play this outside in the snow. This year for my party me and my friends are going to go on a sleigh ride. Mommy said I can only do this if there is enough snow. So I know most boys and girls ask for presents but all I really want is for you to make snow for my Birthday!! Presents are fun but I like playing with my friends more. Thanks for listening, and I will be sure to ask mommy to make some of her yummy gingerbread cookies and leave out a big glass of milk! Your biggest fan, Wolfie xoxox P.S. I know I might be pushing it but if Rudolph’s not too busy on December 20th could he lead the sleigh ride. That’s when we are having my party. It would be cool.!!!! I will understand if he can’t make it, I’m sure he has to rest up for the Big Day!! Dear Santa, How are you, Mrs. Claus, the elves and the rein- deer? First and foremost, I take this opportunity to wish you a Very Merry Christmas and a Wonderful and Happy New Year. May the new born Jesus continue to bless us all with good health and happi- ness always. Thank you very much for the fine A/P PAGE 28 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 www.durhamregion.com creative arts centrecreative arts centre Daily Camp Activities: • Crafts • Singing • Dancing • Baking • Games • Story time • And more! Dates: Dec. 22-24 and Dec. 29-31 www.catchingfireflies.cawww.catchingfireflies.ca Imagine your child having a blast at camp while you complete your “to do” list. Catching Fireflies offers a camp before Christmas to prepare and a camp for after to recover! w h e r e i magination&wonder c o l l i d e !!1064 Salk Road, Unit 6 Pickering, ON L1W 4B5 Main Info Line 905.420.6622 Party Hotline 905.420.2669 Toll Free 1.888.513.0004 Fax` 905.420.7622 I t ’s a Ho Ho Holiday C a m p !! 3-10 YEARS Christmas Camps for Kids Christmas Camps for Kids Keep your kids busy this Holiday Season presents that you brought me last year. My sister and I loved the jackets, shovels and necklaces. Although we love the presents you bring us, I think you should give our presents to the poor this year. There are a lot of children (and adults) who are not as blessed as we are. Some don't have enough to eat. No clean water to drink. No one to look after them, even when they are sick. Santa, although you will not be bringing us presents, please do not for- get to come and have a cup of warm milk and some cake and cookies as you pass by our house this year. The reindeer could also have the carrots that we keep for them. Thank you Santa. Merry Christmas!!! Love, Erica Dear Santa. I've tried my very very best to be a good girl. These are the things that I would like for Christmas but you don't have to get everything on the list. A real baby kitten, Bratz white car, Bratz prom dress called Yasmine, CD Player, Shakera CD, J.Lo CD, Barbie Boat. I love you very ,very much. Shelbie of Claremont Dear Santa. I have been a good boy this past year because Mommy and Daddy said so! My Grandparents are very proud of me too! They all spoil me I hear, but I still would like to get presents from you Santa. I will leave milk and cookies out for you and food for the reindeers. I will soon be 3 but I still like toys. Love you Santa, Cody from Ajax. PS Sometimes I'm called "Cody Bear" Dear Santa. Please don't come this year. You always bring us fine presents. Thank you, but Santa, I have almost everything I want and need. Lot's of children don't get presents. Some don't have enough to eat or anywhere to live. Some don't have clean water or anyone to look after them...This year I want to help. I know it's a big job but you can do it Santa. I know you can. Please don't bring anything this year at least not much. If you are going to bring me a present may I please have a "Girl Crush Airbrush Tattoo" Thanks you Santa. Love Erica Dear Santa. I have been a good boy. I work hard at School and am doing very well there. My Birthday is November 25th. I would like Harry Potter gifts this year, or maybe you have made some new toys I have not seen yet. Thank you Santa, Jade of Ajax, P.S. Milk and cookies for you! Dear Santa. My name is Grace. I am 3 months old. I need lots more diapers. We tend to have a few accidents. This will be my first Christmas. When you come over, you can have cookies and I will have the milk. Love Grace of Ajax Dear Santa. All I want for Christmas is a BMX bike. Have a good Christmas. From Tyler of Pickering Dear Santa. My name is Olivia and I am six months old. My mom is sending this letter on my behalf because I am too little to manage a crayon just yet. For Christmas, I would love a Musical Rocking Pony and a Magic Rattle Pooh. If you can throw in a Catnip toy for my cat Chaos. I would really appreci- ate it. Hugs and Kisses Olivia from Ajax. Dear Santa, My name is Julianna and I am three years old. I am a big girl now!. I have been a very good girl and always want to help my mommy and daddy. This year I decided all by myself that I would like "Finger Paint" for Christmas, all colours. My mommy says they are messy but I'll be careful and just want to smush it between my fingers. I will leave you a special snack. I love you Santa, Bug Hugs, Julianna Dear Santa. How are you? I hope you have a good Christmas. I think I will. You might have a good Christmas because you get milk and cookies and you even give out presents. I have been good this year. I hope I get lots of presents. Love Jacqueline of Ajax. Dear Santa. How are you? I hope you had a good summer. I did. I'm sure you've already started to get ready for Christmas. I've been good for most of the year, but I've had the occasional getting sent to my room. I don't expect to get everything, but this is what I want: A kareoke machine, the Lizzy Maguire Movie, and a Lizzie Maguire CD. From Samantha of Ajax Dear Santa. Goalie chest pad, goalie helmet, goalie blockers, goalie catcher, goalie stick, leggo's, skateboard, Exco sweatshirts, Big Wheels, Scouted Bear helmet. From Farzad of Pickering. Dear Santa. Hockey stick and puck, Leggo Pegs, Rollar Wheels, net, skateboard, hockey players chest pads, PS 2 games, biking gloves, radio control toy cars, Simple Plan CD, hockey pants, hockey shin pads, hockey helmet, Hot Wheels, hockey gloves Big Wheels, scooter. Thanks, Behzad of Pickering Dear Santa. My name is K.J. and I am writing to tell you what I am wishing for Christmas. I am wishing for a PS 2, some DVD's, the remote for my Xbox, some Mighty Beans, a Gameboy SP, cd's, Xbox games, a guitar, Tazmania Game. I also wish that other parents and kids have a happy Christmas too. I hope you have a happy Christmas Santa. From K.J. Dear Santa How are you? I am fine. My name is Toni. I sup- pose that you are wondering what I would like for Christmas and so I thought that I would write and let you know. The first thing that I would like Santa is for my brother to well soon because who am I Christmas Camps and Winter Registration Feature Coming... Wednesday Dec. 10th Call 905-683-5110 ext.228 for details www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 PAGE 29 A/P The Gates of Pickering Plaza 300 Kingston Rd. Unit #13 Pickering, (905) 509-1333 LOCATED AT ALTONA & KINGSTON RD. (HWY 2) CHIROPRACTIC R O U G E R I V E R Dr. Raymond Lee Dr. Karl Yap-Sam Laura Darroch, RMT Tony Muccillo, RMT April White, COA Anne Wallace, COA Starting December 1, 2003 and running until December 20, we at Rouge River Chiropractic will be offering any new patient to our clinic a discounted Initial Visit Fee of $30 instead of $50. The patient and the clinic will donate the initial visit fee of $30, to the Salvation Army to help a family in need. This donation will go towards one family in the community to purchase toys for children, food and any items of necessity. If you have any questions or need more details please feel free to ask one of our staff members. We also ask for the community to please help by joining us, to donate as much non-perishable food items or new unwrapped toys as possible. These items will be given to our adopted family for the holiday season. Your support is greatly appreciated. This Holiday Season lets do our best to work together in helping those in need. Rouge River Chiropractic and The Salvation Army Need Your Help! HAPPY HOLIDAYS AND THANK-YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! THE STAFF OF ROUGE RIVER CHIROPRACTIC Exclusive Serenity® Sound Reduction Pack a g e only 65.9dbA. Far Quieter T h a n A Standard Central Vacuum Classic Series Model 750 with Beam® Electric Power Package • Heavy-duty 2-stage motor. • 460 Air Watts cleaning power • Will clean most homes $59999 with flyer reg. $829.98 For The Holidays!For The Holidays! HomeBringBringHome For The Holidays! FREE Car Care Kit with Classic Series Model 750 purchase a complete set of attachments to power clean auto and garage $4999 Value DOOR CRASHER PLUS INCLUDES: 30’ 1-3/8” Crushproof air hose with hose rack, combination floor & rug tool, lightweight telescopic wand, dusting brush, upholstery tool with slide-on brush, crevice tool and tool caddy. 9 pcs. total. DURHAM VACUUM PLUS LTD., 629 KINGSTON RD., PICKERING 905-831-2326 #2 HWY 401 HWY Whites Rd.SteepleHillNO INTEREST, NO PAYMENT FOR 180 DAYS Model 725 Phone: 905-683-8723 Fax: 905-683-4071 going to tease and bug if he is not well? The sec- ond thing that I would like is for my Mom and Dad to get something that they really want. The third thing is for my rabbit to receive a nice toy. For me Santa all I would like for Christmas is to see my family happy and that will be OK for me but if you think that there is something that I will rally like, you could go ahead and get it for me. Hope this is not too much to ask for. Bye Santa and see you soon Love Toni of Ajax. Dear Santa Claus. My name is Diana Maraj. I love Christmas my favorite time of the year is Christmas. I wish every- one can have a wonderful Christmas and I wish I can have lots of gifts at Christmas. I love you Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus. From Diana of Pickering Dear Santa. Hello! Can I ask for a ballerina and Cinderella dolls for Christmas. Thank you in advance and Merry Christmas to you.I love you, Kimberly of Ajax Santa Claus. Please give me a hair set and Cinderella doll for Christmas. Thank you in advance and Merry Christmas to you. Tiffany of Ajax Dear Santa My name is Caylie and I am 2 years old. Mummy is writing this letter for me. Thank you for the lovely presents you brought me last year! This year, I would like my first Leap Pad with 2 books, Wiggles Guitar, Leap Frog Clock, Barbie, Teletubbie, Story books, Dora Buddie, Dora Pillow and game. Some new clothes and Jammies. I will leave juice and snack for you and your reindeers. Pls. have a safe trip and don't forget my relatives in NFLD. Love Caylie of Ajax. Dear Santa. My Mommy is e-mailing this,seeing I'm only 5 1/2 and am just learning to read and write. I have been a very good girl this year.I hope you and Mrs.Claus are doing ok and are ready for Christmas. I would really really like an Easy Bake Oven,a Mermaid 100 piece puzzle,a small Piano, just something to learn on,other then that i'm not fussy. Well that's all for now I hope you have a good trip on Christmas Eve.I will leave you some cookies and milk. Love Ashley Dear Santa: I am 6 years old and have been very very very good this year. I have been very helpful with my new baby sister and have helped my mom a lot. Please bring me a Transformer Unicron, Bionicles, GameCube with some games, Sockem Bop Buddy, and any- thing else you think I might like. Please bring my friends Daniel, Stephanie and Jonah all they want too. I will have a treat for you and your reindeer, please enjoy them. Thank you, your best friend. Connor Hi Santa,how are you? Thank you for the toys I got last year. How are your reindeer? We will leave you cookies and some carrots for your reindeer on Christmas Eve. For Christmas I would like: Go Go my walking pup and Polly Pockets Designer Mall. Have fun with the elves. Love Hannah Dear: Santa I love you. Miss you a lot. Can't wait to see you this year. I had a great Halloween but you make Christmas my favorite time of the year even better than my birthday. I am 5 years old. getting really big. Getting really big every day. I have a list of things that I would like to have and share with my friends. Here they are: I would like all kinds of tools, plugs, and most of all kinds of stuff. then I would like to have a candy -maker and a bakery set. I would like to have a rescue hero tower. I would like to have a ice- cream maker. that's all. From: Ryan Dear Santa, I have been a good girl this year. I would like you to bring me a new toy cheetah, a game boy, the Lion King DVD, the Finding Nemo DVD and a tele- scope. I would also like you to bring my mom a Sagwa video because she likes that show. Thank you, Kathleen Dear Santa, me and my sister have been trying to be good this year. In some days one of us were being bad but in others we were being nice.Me and my sister dont really have anything special that we want, because we already have all the special things . All I want is for everyone to have a good and safe year.My sis- ter wants the same thing. But if this letter is not chosen, its okay(youve been watching me in how good and bad i was) and maybe i deserve it. I would just like you to please reply to this letter..... thank you, Beverly and Diana Dear Santa: I am 3 years old and my mommy is helping me write this letter to you. I have been a good girl and I hope that you will come to my house at Christmas time. I would like a Dora the Explorer toy and some movies.Though I am afraid to visit you at the mall please know that I still love you. Thank you, Carah Dear Santa. How are you doing at the North Pole? I'm sure you're busy with your elves. Please can you try to get me a witches broom stick, a toy guitar, a TV for my bedroom, video camera to remember all the funny things that happen, a book I can write in that has a key and a really neat skateboard. Can you get my dad some new tools and my mom some pots and pans? Please can you get my sister a radio and try to get my little baby sister something too, like a little doll. I would like to know how old you are because you must be filled with energy. The best 8 year old in Ajax. Love to you and Mrs. Claus and Rudolph.Allanna A/P PAGE 30 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Happy Holidays from the staff at Shoppers Drug Mart Pickering Town Centre WIN A SANTA SACK with $200000 worth of cosmetics and health & beauty products or win 1 of 10 $5000 Gift Cards. # *Approximate value. Offer valid at Pickering Town Centre Shoppers Drug Mart only. No purchase necessary. 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Heavenly Chocolate Angel Food Torte Classic Shortbread "Our favourite for Christmas Brunch" 1 can whole berry cranberry sauce 1 8-ounce package cream cheese softened 1 tbsp water 1/2 tsp vanilla 1/4 cup icing sugar 1 package fresh or frozen phyllo (approx. 15 sheets) 6 tbsp butter (melted) 4 tbsp dried bread crumbs In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, vanil- la, icing sugar and water until blended and smooth. On waxed paper, arrange one sheet of phyllo. Brush phyllo with some melted butter and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon bread crumbs. Continue layering with 12 more sheets of phyllo brushing each sheet with butter and sprinkling every other sheet with bread crumbs. Evenly spread cream cheese mixture to about 1 inch; form edges of top sheet of phyllo. Continue layering with two more sheets of phyllo, butter and bread crumbs. Start 1 inch from a short side of phyllo, evenly spoon 2/3 can cranberry sauce to cover 1/3 of phyllo rectangle, spreading mixture to about 1 inch from edges. From same short side of phyllo, roll phyllo, jelly-roll fashion, first folding in 1 inch of sides to prevent sauce from leaking out. Place phyllo roll, seam-side down on ungreased large cookie sheet (with sides). Brush with butter. Bake in a pre- heated 375 degree oven for 40-45 miutes. For easier slicing, cool strudel on wire rack for 30 min. Lightly sprinkle with icing sugar before serving. Makes 10 or 12 servings. Susan Leno of Pickering. Cranberry Cheese Strudel Favourite Holiday Recipe Draw Thank you to everyone who sent in their Favourite Holiday Recipes 1 1/2 lb butter pinch of salt 2 eggs separated 1 tbsp strong coffee or 1/3 cup instant coffee 1 1/2 cups icing sugar sifted 1 tsp vanilla 2 square semi-sweet chocolate melted 1 large Angel Food cake 10"-12" Cream well, 1/2 lb butter. Add icing sugar and salt. Add vanilla and beat well. Add two egg yolks, two squares of semi-sweet chocolate melted and coffee. To the above mixture, fold in two egg whites, beaten stiff. Slice angel cake into three layers. Fill each layer with above filling. Then ice the outside with same mixture. Just before serving, cover with whipped cream or Cool Whip and decorate with chocolate curls. By Carol Jerome of Pickering 1/2 cup butter at room temperature 1/3 cup powdered sugar (unsifted) 1/4 tsp vanilla 1 cup flour (unsifted) Cream the butter until it is light. Cream in the powdered sugar, then the vanilla. Now work in the flour. Knead the dough on an unfloured board until nice and smooth. Spray the short- bread pan very lightly with a non-stick veg- etable oil spray. Firmly press the dough into the shortbread pan. Prick the entire surface with a fork. and bake the shortbread right in the pan at 350 degrees for about 30 to 35 minute or until lightly browned. Let the short- bread cool in its pan for about 10 minutes before you loosen the edges with a knife and flip the pan over onto a wooden cutting board. If the shortbread does not come right out, tap one edge of the pan. Cut the shortbread into serving pieces while it’s still warm. Let the pan cool before washing it in the sink or dish- washer. Martha Duncan of Pickering www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 PAGE 31 A/P Buy a Christmas Gift Certificate for a Friend or Loved One Full Day at the Spa Half Day at the Spa 6 Hrs. includes: • 1 Hr. Massage • Facial • EMS Treatment • Cellulite Treatment • Pedicure • Manicure Reg. $285 NOW ONLY $189$189 INCLUDES LUNCH 4 1/2 Hrs. includes: • 1/2 Hr. Massage • Facial • EMS treatment • Cellulite Treatment • Manicure INCLUDES LUNCH Reg. $199 NOW ONLY $114$114 Receive A FREE MASSAGEFREE MASSAGE Call Now: 905-619-2639 • www.anaturaladvantage.ca Please present this advertisement at time of purchase with Full Day at the Spa package receive an additional gift certificate for a relaxing massage Brand N E W 5000 SQ . F T . 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(12 squares) semi sweet bakers chocolate, melted 1 1/2 tbsp. vanilla Coatings: ground nuts, cocoa powder, icing sugar, coconut, sprinkles. Beat cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Gradually add sugar, beating until smooth. Add melted chocolate and vanilla. Mix thoroughly. Refrigerate for at least one hour until chilled. Shape into one inch balls and roll in coating. Keep in refrigerator in air tight container until ready to serve. * For spirited truffles: Divide into three batch- es. Omit the vanilla. Add 1 tbsp of your favorite liqueur ( Kalhua, Irish Cream, Etc) to each third of the mixture. By Jennifer Frechette of Pickering 1 pkg. Sherrif chocolate pudding and pie filling 2 1/2 cups milk 1 can (19 oz) peach halves (or fresh pitted and halved) Whip cream (optional) Make pudding according to package direc- tions. Cover surface with waxed paper or plastic wrap. Chill. Drain canned peaches on paper towels. Spoon chilled pudding into each peach half. Top with whipped cream. Carol Joel of Pickering 1 cup crushed vanilla wafers 1 cup icing sugar 1 1/2 cups finely chopped pecans 1/3 cup chopped Maraschino Cherries 2 tbsp cocoa 2 tbsp corn syrup 1/4 cup rum (or to taste) Combine all ingredients and form into small balls. Roll balls in white sugar. Put in fridge until firm. Store in air-tight container. (If too moist add more wafers or put in fridge then roll) Makes approx. 50 balls Joyce Reynolds of Ajax. Easy Chocolate Truffles ( 5 dozen) Decadent Chocolate Filled Peaches Carol's Carrot Cake Rum Balls An exquisite no bake square. It has a chocolate base and top with a cherry centre. So pretty, so special. BOTTOM LAYER 1/2 cup ( 125 ml) butter of margarine 1/4 cup (50ml) granular sugar 1/3 cup (75 ml) 1 egg beaten 1 3/4 cups ( 400 ml) Graham cracker crumbs 1/2 cup ( 125 ml) coconut 1/3 cup ( 75 ml) walnuts, finely chopped 1 tbsp. (15 ml) water SECOND LAYER 1/4 cup ( 60 ml) butter or margarine softened 2 tbsp. ( 30 ml) maraschino cherry juice 1 tsp. ( 5 ml) almond flavoring 2 cups ( 500 ml) icing (confectioner's) sugar 1/3 cup ( 75 ml) chopped maraschino cherries THIRD LAYER 2 tbsp ( 30 ml) butter or margarine 1/3 cup ( 75 ml) chocolate chips Bottom Layer: Put butter, sugar and cocoa in heavy saucepan over medium heat. When melted, stir in fork between egg and cook until thickened slightly. Remove from the heat. Stir in crumbs, coconut, walnuts and water. Press very firmly into ungreased 9 x 9 inch (22 x 22 cm) pan. Second Layer: Beat butter, cherry juice, almond flavoring and icing sugar together well. Beat slowly at first to keep sugar from flying all over. Blot cherries with paper towels and stir in. Drop dabs here and over first layer then spread. Let stand for 10 minutes or so. Using your hand, pat smooth. Third Layer: Melt butter in small saucepan. Add chocolate chips and stir to melt. Pour over top of second layer. With teaspoon, smooth over all. Work quickly so as not to bring any second layer up to the top. Chill. Cut into 36 squares. Babe Thatcher of Ajax Cherry Chocolate Squares Bake at 300 degrees for 1 hour 1 cup white sugar 1 cup cooking oil 3 eggs 1/2 tsp. salt 1 1/3 tsp. baking soda 1 1/3 tsp. baking powder 1 1/3 cup flour 1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 2 cups grated carrots Icing: Cream together: 4 oz pkg. cream cheese 1/2 cup butter Add 1 cup icing sugar 2 tsp. vanilla Mix oil and sugar until sugar starts to dis- solve. Beat in eggs. Sift together salt, baking powder, baking soda and flour. Add to mix- ture, add cinnamon and mix well. Add carrots and mix well. Pour into 8 x 8 pan and bake. Ice when cools. Carol Joel of Pickering A/P PAGE 32 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 www.durhamregion.com *NOT AVAILABLE WITH ANY OTHER OFFER * DIPLOMAT POOLS & SPAS OPEN WED. TO FRI. 10-6 AND SAT. 10-4 (OTHER TIMES AVAILABE UPON REQUEST) 637 KINGSTON RD. 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For the active parents, expand their horizons. Pay for a ceramics or painting class at your local art guild, or a series of golf lessons with a local pro. For the former be sure to include a book on great sculptors or painters and a box of brushes or clay tools. For the latter, go ahead and get them a pair of new drivers or at least a box of balls, preferably those that increase drive distance. If you want them to get more active, buy them a good set of binoculars, a field guide to birds and some hiking clothing. With the tremendous growth in our sen- ior population, there are now plenty of gifts that will make the lives of less active par- ents easier and more comfortable. Everyday items such as can openers, nut crackers, hairbrushes, razors and even bar- becue tools are now made with softer and larger handles, specifically designed for hands that aren't as flexible as they once were. Gardening is a tough job and it only gets harder with age. 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Name: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Phone: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Address: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Email: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ✁ F R E E F U N F O R T H E E N T I R E F A M I L Y 2003 FREE WINTERFEST EVENTS Books for Santa’s Sack Fri., Dec. 5th to Sat., Dec. 13th Pickering Central Library Come in From the Cold Sat., Dec. 6th, 1pm Pickering Central Library Snow Sculpture Contest Sat., Dec. 6th, 10am Judging at 2pm 20 Piles of Snow - imported from the North Pole CASH PRIZES! Esplanade Park, City Hall Hosted by the PineRidge Arts Council Mayor’s Light Tour Adults 55 yrs. plus Wed., Dec. 10th, Starts at 7:15pm See the website for details Snow Much Fun Sat., Dec. 20th, Starts at 11am Pickering Central Library Tim Horton’s Free Skating Mon., Dec. 22nd & Tues., Dec. 23rd Mon., Dec. 29th & Tues., Dec. 30th 1pm - 3pm Pickering Recreation Complex Arena, O’Brien Ice Pad Movies & Popcorn Tues., Dec. 23rd, 2pm Pickering Central Library a Weekend of Christmasa Weekend of Christmas Backwoods Players present the Christmas pantomine Saturdays December 6th & 13th at 2:00 pm at the Brougham Community Hall produced by special arrangement with Samuel French (Canada) Ltd. 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To place an ad or for more info, call 905-579-4400 ext. 2231. AJAX / PICKERING Edition Ask for Josh Thompson Ask for Josh Thompson 1997 Sunfire G.T. 94,000 km Green, Auto, Sunroof, CD, P/S, B & W, Good Condition $7,500. call (905) 434-6729 IMPERIAL AUTO SALES 1988 MUSTANG Blue, 5 spd. 4 cyl., 2 doors, E-tested & Safety, 100,000kms. $2,200. Call (905) 686-3803 IMPERIAL AUTO SALES 1994 CADDY DEVILLE 4 doors, fully loaded, 222,000 kms. Clean, E-tested & Safety $5,500. Call (905) 686-3803 Murad Auto Sales 1996 Buick Regal Auto., 6 cyl., p.s., p.b., p.w., pdl, tilt, cruise, air, 4 dr., white, very clean. Only 118,000 km. Fully cert. and E-tested. Only $4,990 call (905) 427-2415 Murad Auto Sales 1998 Pontiac Transport Auto., 6 cyl., p.s., p.b., pdl., tilt, cruise, air, mags, modular seats, very clean, fully cert. and E-tested. Great Price only $5,990 call (905) 427-2415 Murad Auto Sales 1993 Pontiac Bonneville Auto., 6 cyl., 3.8 LT, p.s., p.b., p.w., pdl, p.seats, leather, loaded, white, very clean, fully cert. and E-tested. Only $3,990 call (905) 427-2415 Murad Auto Sales 1993 Chevrolet Suburban Auto., 8 cyl., 5.7LT, p.s., p.b., p.w., pdl, p.seats, 8 pass., mags, two-tone, very clean, loaded, 4x4, fully cert. and E-tested. Only $7,990 call (905) 427-2415 Murad Auto Sales 1998 Chrysler Intrepid Auto., 6 cyl., p.s., p.b., p.w., pdl, tilt, cruise, air, loaded, rear spoiler, white, clean. Only 115,000 km. Fully cert. and E-tested. Only $7,990 call (905) 427-2415 Murad Auto Sales 1996 Pontiac Firebird Auto., 6 cyl., p.s., p.b., p.w., pdl, tilt, cruise, air, p.seats, t-tops, black, loaded. Only 95,000 km. Fully cert. and E-tested. Only $7,990 call (905) 427-2415 THE CAR LINE 2000 HONDA 4 door, manual, 4x4. Fully loaded. 905-837-8998 www.thecarline.ca THE CAR LINE 1997 PONTIAC SUNFIRE GT 2 door, black. 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Ask for Josh Thompson 1990 FORD THUNDERBIRD LX White, fully loaded, JBL audio system, 197,000 kms., new tires, E-tested, will certify. Asking $2.700 259-5425 PRI V AT E PRI V AT E PRI V AT E PRI V AT E PRI V AT E Junior Achievement begins by staying in school DDUURRHHAAMM —Go figure, the longer students stay in school, the brighter their futures will be. This is the straightforward mes- sage Junior Achievement of Durham Region brings to 12,000 students in 200 schools across Durham each year in what the or- ganization’s spokesman calls a “wildly successful” program. “As of April 2004, ESIS (Econom- ics of Staying in School) week be- comes ESIS month,” says Brad Savage. “First ESIS was for a day, then a week and now it’s a month. It’s grown to the point of being so successful, we could not contain it in one week. We had to go to a month.” With the help of a volunteer board of directors, JA Durham brings home the important mes- sage: Staying in school pays off. In- vestors complement the business and professional people who devote a day to go into classrooms and talk about their careers by finan- cially sustaining JA programs. The non-profit program has op- erated continuously as a business- oriented and life skills educational initiative in Durham for 33 years. The staying in school message is aimed especially at Grade 8 stu- dents, while business basics are geared for Grade 5 pupils. Junior Achievement of Durham will also be introducing a new high school program in 2004. Although the local organization has 400 volunteers currently, it is always looking for more. Support- ers who wish to invest financially are also welcome to do so. JA Durham is a registered charity and receipts are issued to donors for tax purposes. One ‘share’ goes for $25 and provides one JA program for one student. Thirty shares cost $500, which support a full program delivery to one classroom. For more information about JA Durham activities, call Brad Sav- age at 905-432-2492, ext. 202. Local genealogists shake up family trees DDUURRHHAAMM — It’s 2003: do you know who your great-great-grandparents are? It’s all relative when it comes to the research done by the members of Durham Region Genealogy, On- tario Genealogy Society, branch 22. At their next meeting, the family historians will welcome guest speaker and author of ‘Markham Gang,’ Paul Arculus. The meeting takes place Tues- day, Dec. 2 at 7:30 p.m. in the Arts Resource Centre Auditorium, Queen Street, (at City Hall) in Os- hawa. For more information, call Bessie at 905-723-7460 or Marion, 905-683- 2476. A/P PAGE 36 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 www.durhamregion.com www.oshawacentre.com SEARS THE BAY ZELLERS FAMOUS PLAYERS STAPLES CHAPTERS SPORT CHEK OLD NAVY North of Hwy 401,intersection of Stevenson Road and Hwy 2 • 905.728.6231 or 905.686.6408 holiday hours Monday to Saturday,9 am to 10pm • Sunday,10 am to 6pm Christmas Eve, 9am to 5pm •Christmas Day, Centre Closed Effective December1 ‘Tis the season to be jolly,merry and wise – with your time that is! Our holiday hours will not only allow you to find everything on your gift list,but also give you time for those holiday extras,like a visit with Santa, a decadent treat or even making a spirit bright by donating an Angel Tree toy at the Christmas Service Centre. It all begins here when we check your coat and parcels and ends when we transform your pur- chases into tempting treasures. The joy of more hours and more services ... O,yeah! Centuries ago, Diogenes Laertius wrote, “We have two ears and one tongue in order that we may hear more and speak less.” Now an increasing number of people are having difficulty hearing more with either ear. Noise induced hearing loss (socioacusis) is pri- marily due to constant and exces- sive noise. And since it appears anyone can sue for anything these days, why doesn’t somebody start a class ac- tion suit against Toronto’s Air Canada Centre (ACC). It’s a prime example of needless, senseless and harmful noise. Today, according to the National Institutes of Health, one in three North Americans over age 60 has hearing loss. And the problem often starts during student days. The enjoyment of bread and wine along a French country road expos- es you to about 25 decibels (a deci- bel is a measure of sound intensity). Normal conversation is about 40, city traffic averages 80, subways often emit 100, the flight desk of the USS Nimitz rises to 120 and rock concerts assault the ear with 130. Authorities agree that prolonged exposure to 85 decibels is haz- ardous to hearing. Kathy Arehart, professor of speech, language and hearing at the University of Colorado, says the majority of studies about noise-re- lated deafness come from industry. But she points out that many sources of noise originate from recreational sources. What is sur- prising, much of this hearing dam- age comes from health clubs, the loud music that accompanies aero- bic workouts. So how does all this noise cause socioacusis? Hair cells situated in the cochlea of the ear stimulate nerve fibers to transmit messages to the brain where they are per- ceived as sound. Normal hair cells, viewed under high magnification, look like rows of planted trees. Like a hurricane that topples trees, sustained or sudden intense noise bends or breaks off hair cells. And like teeth, once they’re lost, they never grow back. So it’s easy to end up with bald hair cells long before you lose the hair on the top of your head. The tragedy is that much of this hearing loss begins early in life. Sev- eral hearing experts have told me that almost every person 16 years of age and older now has some degree of hearing loss. One factor is the av- erage Walkman stereo which cranks out 95 decibels. What can you do to prevent so- cioacusis? We all have to remember that noise is noise whether you’re listening to Bach or pushing the lawn mower. And no one would elect to keep his ears next to a lawn- mower for six hours a day. The only solution is to protect your ears from excessive noise. But to do that, most of us have to change our thinking. For instance, how many young people take ear plugs to a rock concert or hockey game? On the other hand they would not dream of going to a shooting range without ear protec- tion. I’m a hockey fan who suffered for years from Harold Ballard’s mis- cues and now the neutral zone trap with it’s boring, defensive style of hockey, the outrageously high prices and the failure of The Maple Leafs to win a Stanley Cup since 1967. But if anything finally drives me out of the ACC it will be the senseless noise. I often wonder why manage- ment can’t give us at least one minute of silence during the game. Moreover, it must think hockey fans have half a brain. Like well-trained chimpanzees we’re told when to yell! Then urged to yell even louder to see which section of ACC wins the pizza! There’s only one logical rea- son for the noise. It keeps play- ers and fans from falling asleep when there’s so much clutching and holding that the once great game of hockey comes to a near halt. I’d be the first to sign up for a class action suit against ACC and other arenas that can’t stand a minute of silence. There are indeed days when I wish I were a lawyer. I’d sue for millions of dollars claiming thousands of fans have devel- oped socioacusis. I’d argue that the case speaks for itself (res ipsa loquitor). And if any juror questioned my argument, one trip to the ACC would win my case. Socioacusis: the case speaks for itself against the ACC DDrr.. GGiiffffoorrdd JJoonneess DD oo cc tt oo rr ’’ss GG aa mm ee NE121M103 ©2003. Sears Canada Inc. NO WONDER we’re the #1 retailer in Canada for major appliances* *Based on independent national surveys current at time of advertising preparation Order from any current Sears catalogue and www.sears.ca until December 22, 2003 and still have your gifts arrive by Christmas in many areas. As always, we will confirm availability and arrival date when you place your order. THERE’S STILL TIME TO SHOP! plus get double Sears Club points on furniture**, sleep sets and major appliances when you use your Sears Card On approved credit.Minimum $500 purchase. Excludes Outlet/Liquidation store purchases. 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That’s what residents, who use the Pickering Public Library, had to say in a recent survey. “We were quite stunned,” said chief executive officer Cynthia Mearns. “We anticipated much more of a demand for more electronic ser- vices, but people don’t want to sacri- fice the book.” Aptly named ‘Going By the Book,’ the library’s new service plan for 2004 to 2006 will focus mainly on its collection, and delivering more books and materials faster to users. The Pickering Public Library up- dates its service plan typically every three to five years to keep up with the changing needs of its users, ex- plained Ms. Mearns. The public gave its input via a survey, which was made available at local branches and on the library’s Web site in June. “We thought we were doing some things right, but we thought there could be some room for improve- ment,” she said. Searching out a good read is still the most favourite pastime at the li- brary. Rumours of the book’s demise have been greatly exaggerated, said Ms. Mearns. More people are using the li- brary’s Web site (www.picnet.org) to access its catalogue. According to the survey, transactions from home, office, or school via the Internet in- creased 336 per cent, from 16,335 transactions in 1998, when electron- ic services were first established at the library, to 71,229 transactions in 2002. Use of the library’s Internet work- stations has also increased 812 per cent from 13,074 sessions in 1998, to 11 9 ,288 sessions in 2002. But while more users are using the Internet for searches, and re- serving or renewing items, they still enjoy coming into the library to pick up their materials, said Ms. Mearns. Library visits increased 26 per cent in 2002 to 525,616 visits, up from 415,913 visits in 1998. “We have such a wide range of people who use the library, from teens and young families to seniors. And they all seem to value the tradi- tional book,” she said. “People still want to have a book experience.” Ms. Mearns said she thinks it has a lot to do with nostalgia, and such memories as curling up on a par- ent’s lap for a bedtime story. The Pickering Public Library plans to build upon its collection by investing in more of its most popu- lar materials. The current best sell- ers in fiction are usually the hottest items and the library hopes to re- duce the waiting time for those books by purchasing more of them, said Ms. Mearns. “We’re looking at no more than eight holds on a book before order- ing another copy,” she said. “People want bestsellers. We’re also offering fast reads for popular non-fiction, in which you have four days to read and return them. It’s good for fast readers and it keeps waiting lists for a book down.” The library also plans to strength- en its collection of DVDs and music CDs, which are also growing in pop- ularity. To help launch its new service plan, the Pickering Public Library has recently completed several reno- vations at its various branches, in- cluding transforming the front lobby of the Central branch entirely. “It was a significant change for us,” said Ms. Mearns, adding the new lobby is more wheelchair acces- sible with less physical barriers and new revolving doors. Space capacity at both Petticoat Creek and the Central Library has been identified as a future challenge in the service plan. Petticoat Creek’s catchment area is expected to grow 11 .2 per cent by 2006, while the Cen- tral library’s catchment area is ex- pected to increase 9.2 per cent in the next three years as well. Copies of the service plan are available by contacting the library at 905-831-6265, ext. 6251 or emailing valerier@picnet.org. A copy of the plan will also be posted on the li- brary’s Web site at www.picnet.org. P PAGE 38 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 www.durhamregion.com DEC. 25 - JAN. 1 Buy tickets at www.disneyonice.com Ticket Centers, Arena Box Office or call (416) 870-8000 TICKET PRICES: $75 Front Row - $60 VIP - $37.50 - $25.00 - $15.00 (Service charges and handling fees may apply; prices do not include $.95 CRF fee) Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun. Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. DEC. 25 3:00 PM DEC. 26 3:00 PM 7:00 PM DEC. 27 11:00 AM 3:00 PM 7:00 PM DEC. 28 11:00 AM 3:00 PM DEC. 29 12 NOON 4:00 PM DEC. 30 12 NOON 4:00 PM DEC. 31 12 NOON 4:00 PM JAN. 1 3:00 PM Want to know what’s happening in Pickering? BE INFORMED! Check Wednesday’s paper each week for complete details Cordially Invites You To The First Meeting of Council This inaugural meeting will be held on Monday, December 1, 2003 7:30 pm City Hall Council Chambers One The Esplanade Reception to follow. Everyone welcome to attend. Pickering library is ‘Going By The Book’ durhamregion.com Amanda King, with daughter Nyla, enter the newly refurbished front lobby of the Pickering Public Library. A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 PAGE 39 A/P NNaammee DDrrooppppiinngg SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2003 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ KEITH GILLIGAN, STAFF REPORTER, 905-683-5110 EXT. 251 Name Dropping is a complimentary service of the News Advertiser. Please note a new policy regarding Name Dropping events. We are now accepting submissions for these events only: eennggaaggeemmeennttss, wweeddddiinnggss, wweeddddiinngg aannnniivveerrssaarriieess and the following bbiirrtthhddaayyss: 1st, 13th, 16th, 18th, 20th, 30th, 40th, 50th, 60th, 65th, 70th, 75th, 80th, and every birthday beyond 80. We ask that you limit your submissions to 5500 wwoorrddss oorr lleessss and oonnee pphhoottooggrraapphh oonnllyy per announcement. No poems. Items can take several weeks to appear and there’s no guarantee they will run on or near the event date. Send your ttyyppeedd Name Drop- ping notices, including the eevveenntt ddaattee, and photos to Name Dropping, c/o The News Advertiser, 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, Ontario, L1S 2H5. For picture return, enclose a stamped self-addressed envelope. Name Dropping items can be sent by E- mail to kgilligan@durhamregion.com. Pictures should be sent in jpeg format. PPlleeaassee iinncclluuddee aa tteelleepphhoonnee nnuummbbeerr. Winners may go directly to Baskin Robbins to receive their FREE cake. (Please provide identification) PRIZE VALID UNTIL SAT., DECEMBER 6, 2003 & 1794 Liverpool Road Pickering 905-831-5431 THIS WEEK’S CAKE WINNERS ARE: 1. Sarah Hejazi 2. Taylor Brown 3. Matthew RamsayBASKIN ROB BI NSFOURTH BIRTHDAY “Our special girl, Sarah Hejazi, turned four on Nov. 20. Happy birth- day honey. We all hope you had a wonderful day and fun at your party. Love and kisses from Mommy, Daddy, Grandma and Papa, Ali and Max.” FIRST BIRTHDAY “On Nov. 20, Gracie Lowes turned one. A happy birthday wish went out to a special little girl who lives next door from your friends Carm, Steve, Mark, David and Joey.” 21ST BIRTHDAY Erin Chard turned 21 on Nov. 2. Wishing her lots of love are her Mom, Dad and sister Elyse. Also, a special hug and kiss from Jeff. FIRST BIRTHDAY “Happy first birthday Ariel Ann Pynn on Nov. 19. You have added joy, sun- shine and happiness to our lives. Your adorable smile brightens our days. May all your hopes and dreams come true. Lots of love from Mommy, Daddy, J.D., your aunts, uncles, Grandmas, Grandpas and friends.” 10TH BIRTHDAY “Birthday wishes for our sweet girl Taylor Brown, who turned 10 (double digits) on Nov. 21. Lots of love from Mom, Dad, Leah, Lindsey, Jay, Keira, Dante, Nanny and Papa, and a special kiss- es from Skittles and Taffy.” FIFTH BIRTHDAY Nov. 16 marked Jacob’s fifth birthday. “Happy birthday Jake the Snake, we love you very much. Love from Mommy, Daddy and Jenna!” 13TH BIRTHDAYS “Where have the years gone? Holly and Jenna Whit- nall turned 13 on Oct. 17. Wishing them a fun ride through the teen years. Love and best wishes from your family.” 16TH BIRTHDAY A message for Leigh Anna, who celebrated a birth- day on Nov. 17. “Happy birthday Kiddo! Wow, can you believe you’re 16? Go team you. Dear, I hope you have the greatest birthday of your life and I hope that this year is one of the best years ever. You definitely de- serve it. You have had such an impact on my life and the lives of others and I don’t know what I would do without you. Love you tons. From Nicole.” FOURTH BIRTHDAY “On Nov. 26, our big boy, Adam, turned four. You keep amazing us every day and keep bringing us lots of joy. We’re very proud of you sweet pea! Hope your birthday wishes come true. Lots of love, hugs and kiss- es from baby Mitchell, Mommy, Daddy, your grandpar- ents, aunts, uncles and cousins.” THIRD BIRTHDAY “Happy third birthday to our darling granddaugh- ter Tumana Din on Nov. 22 and hopes for many more to come. May Allah bless you, and many happy re- turns of the day. Love from Dada, Didi, Mom, Dad, Nana, Nani, your aunts, uncles and Sultan. We l ove you always.” SIXTH BIRTHDAY Matthew Ramsay turned six on Nov. 28. “We hope you get all the gifts you asked for. We love you so much, Grand- pa, MaMa and Mommy, Uncle John, Elmo, Stretch, Stich, and Peter Pan.” FIRST BIRTHDAY “Happy first birthday Jacob. Big brother Matthew, Mommy, Daddy, Grammie, Gramma, Granddad, Na, Aunt Reen and uncles wish you a wonderful first birthday. Love you.” 16TH BIRTHDAY Happy 16th birthday to Andrew Bromfield on Nov. 19. “We all love you very much and are looking for- ward to celebrating your big day with you! Lots of love, hugs and kisses from the whole family.” FIRST BIRTHDAY “Happy first birthday to our little princess Mckay- la! Love Mommy, Daddy, Grandma, Grandpa and family.” FIRST BIRTHDAY “Our cute little Cameron turned one on Nov. 25. Happy first birth- day and lots of love from Mommy, Daddy, your grandparents and all your aunts, uncles and cousins.” FIRST BIRTHDAY On Nov. 15, Justin Bouwmeister celebrated his first birthday with his family and friends. “Happy birthday sweetie pie, Buddy, Mr. Magoo... Love from Mommy, Daddy and Danielle.” FIRST BIRTHDAY “Amber Snider, the cutest baby in the world, turned one Nov. 4. Amber, you have brought so much joy and happi- ness into our lives, and we have had a year full of sunshine. Happy birthday honey! Love and kisses from Opa, Oma and Aunt Devon Snider.” 90TH BIRTHDAY Doris Wyles turned 90 on Nov. 17. Doris cele- brated her special day with family and friends. “Happy 90th birthday Doris!” A/P PAGE 40 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 www.durhamregion.com • TRAMPOLINE • CRAFTS • THEME DAYS • GAMES• TRAMPOLINE • CRAFTS • THEME DAYS • GAMESREGISTRATION Tuesday December 2nd 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Thursday December 4th 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Open Registration: 48 Exeter Road (905) 427-0036 Hwy 401 Kings Cres. Exeter * Hwy 2 Harwood Ave.Bayly St. N AJAX ACROS GYMNASTICS CLUB SSppoorrttss SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2003 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ AL RIVETT, SPORTS EDITOR 905-683-5110 EXT. 250 Scouted NHL comes calling in Durham... See page 41 National outdoor hockey game was like homecoming for Durham native BByy BBrraadd KKeellllyy SSttaaffff EEddiittoorr DDUURRHHAAMM ——While he was thou- sands of miles away from his res- idence in Uxbridge, walking into a dressing room full of familiar faces was just like being home again for Jeff Beukeboom. That’s the feeling that came to mind when he took some time to ref lect on the Heritage Classic outdoor hockey game that gripped not only the city of Ed- monton, but also an entire na- tion Saturday. The Uxbridge resident was part of the Legends Game, which served as a warm-up in sub-zero temperatures to a regular season game between one of his old alma maters, the Edmonton Oilers, and the Montreal Canadiens. “Walking into the dressing room it was just like a high school reunion, but it was all Oil- ers,” said the 38-year-old of the festive spirit of the players at Commonwealth Stadium. “For myself, it was great seeing all the guys again and catching up with what’s happening and what they are doing with their families and in their lives.” The first round pick of the Oil- ers back in 1983, Beukeboom played from 1985-92 in the Oilers’ organization, winning three Stanley Cups, and then added another with the New York Rangers before being forced into retirement after 14 seasons due to lingering effects of a concus- sion. He says the passion the fans of Edmonton have for hockey, as witnessed by the crowd of close to 60,000 for the games, and the love for the Oilers, is still as strong as it was when he was playing. “It’s still special the way the people of Edmonton still em- brace us,” he says of the loyal fol- lowing fuelled by the likes of su- perstars Wayne Gretzky, Mark Messier and Grant Fuhr to name just a few. “When you walked out and seen 60,000 people, it was amaz- ing. The crowd didn’t really come into play though, I just tried to focus on the game and tried to be as competitive as I could be, within reason.” When Beukeboom was ap- proached to be a part of the his- toric event back in August, he says he was “thrilled to be invit- ed” to return to a place where his NHL career began. Even the bit- ing cold temperature at game time didn’t dampen his enthusi- asm. “The cold wasn’t so bad. The benches were warm and there was heat blowing on our hands and feet. It was quite tolerable.” As for his current position as a f irst-year assistant coach with the Oilers’ minor league affiliate, the Toronto Roadrunners, Beukeboom says he is having fun despite the team’s struggles in the standings. “I’m trying to pass on my expe- rience and turn these guys into good pros and help them take the next step whether that means going from a part-time to full-time player here, or going to the NHL.” The Roadrunners are off to a disappointing 4-11-3-0 start and are languishing at the bottom of the Western Conference’s North Division standings. While devel- opment is the main focus, Beuke- boom stresses the losing can’t continue. “The whole idea is to develop the players, but along with the development is learning how to win and you have to package that together. “You can’t fall into the trap of accepting losing.” It’s something Beukeboom didn’t do much of during his pro- fessional career, or in the Leg- ends Game, which ended 2-0 in favour of his Oilers’ team. AAJJAAXX —— Revenge is sweet for the Ajax Knights novice 'AA' rep hockey team in the recent Uxbridge Minor Hockey Fall Classic Tournament. The Knights captured the champi- onship after avenging a previous loss to Georgetown, beating them 1-0 in the final. The Knights defeated Uxbridge 3-2 and Orangeville 4-2 in the round robin and suffered their only loss of the tournament at the hands of Georgetown. However, the Knights rebounded and with a 4-1 win over Orangeville in the semi-fi- nals en route to the rematch with Georgetown in the final. Great defensive play was exhibited by Brenden Deeg, Matthew Donnel- ly, Connor Jones, Brian Lord, Math- ew Hudson and Lukas Jarron. The forwards Ryan Anderson, Andreas Alexiou, Aidan Parker, Cameron Pinos, Michael Vurro, Michael O'- Connell, Zachary Courtney, Made- line Iozzi and Riley Tuset had great speed and shooting throughout the tourney. Goalies, Mitchell Imray and Matthew Sims came up with key stops in clutch situations and played a big role in the Uxbridge Minor Hockey Fall Classic Tournament vic- tory. Beukeboom relives heritage Knights avenged in tourney Jason Liebregts / News Advertiser Photo Durham resident Jeff Beukeboom got a rush of nostalgia last week when he took part in the Heritage Classic outdoor hockey game in Edmonton with former teammates from the Edmonton Oilers who played Montreal Canadiens. Panthers pounce on competition all month long PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG —— The MultiVision Com- munications Major PeeWee Pan- thers lit up the month of November winning seven straight and out-scor- ing the competition 47 to 12. The Panthers have become the hottest team in the league after starting November with a .500 record of 7 wins, 7 losses and 1 tie. Led by captain Brandon Jefferies and assistant captains Adam Mc- Neil, Ian Watters and Oscar Graber, they’ve found their offensive touch in front of the opposition's goal. The scoring has been a balance attack among the forwards Brody Caggiula, Ian Watters, Jefferies, Adam McNeil, Jake Smythe, Anthony Valerio, Kyle Inglis, Luke Pollard and Jimmie Ian- iero as well as the defensemen Curtis Henderson, Shane Del Zotto, Oscar Graber, Chris Underhill and Bren- dan Wetering. The Panthers' goals- against of late has been stellar thanks to the timely stops by goal- tenders Michael Evans and Kyle Bradley. Solid play by the defense- men and consistent back-checking from the forwards has also helped their strong defensive play, in a re- cent contest, the Panthers will able to hold the Uxbridge Stars to only five shots on goal all game. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 PAGE 41 P “BEST AVAILABLE RATES” “PRIVATE FUNDS AVAILABLE” Refinancing debt consolidation a specialty For FAST PROFESSIONAL SERVICE CALL 905-666-4986 From 4.85% for 5 years. 1st & 2nd Mortgages to 100% Condos Rental Properties Advertising Feature PICKERING FOCUS ON BUSINES S THRIFTY MECHANIC SHOP Inc. 695 Finley Ave., Unit 1 & 2, Tel. 905-683-1112 Proud to serve you Oil Change $18.95 for most cars. 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Wendy’s clients have schedules ranging from every night for busi- nesses to weekly, biweekly and monthly for homes. You can also call them for occasional cleaning which is a great idea if you’re expecting guests for a Christmas dinner party. “When we meet with clients’ we determine all of their cleaning needs and how often they want us to visit,” says Wendy. “We also explain to them we use only the best brand name products to clean their home because we want them to know, we clean their home as if it were our own.” In today’s busy world when both parents work or when elderly, the dis- abled or those home sick find it difficult to keep their home clean, it’s great that there is a ser- vice like The Silver Broom. “Many people think that it’s expensive to have someone come in and clean,” says Wendy. “But they are surprised when they find out how reasonable it is. Also when we quote a price, every- thing’s included. There are no sur- prises.” The ladies at The Silver Broom have a great rapport with their clients and Wendy says their feed- back is always encouraged so they can do the best job possible. All the staff are bonded and insured and for more information call (905) 619-6970. Clean Your Troubles Away With A Call To The Silver Broom To advertise in this feature please call Inside Sales at 905-579-4400 ext. 2303, 2271, 2304 Local players need to prove their wor th to NHL scouts BByy BBrriiaann MMccNNaaiirr Staff Editor DDUURRHHAAMM —— The hard part starts now. It’s one thing to be recognized by NHL Central Scouting, as three Oshawa Generals and two other local players were on Tues- day; it’s another to live up to that billing once the preliminary rankings have been released. Oshawa’s own Adam Berti tops the list of Generals, ranked 15th among Ontario Hockey League skaters, while Chris Hulit is 18th and Bret Nasby 25th. Orono’s Bryan Bickell of the Ot- tawa 67’s is ranked fourth, while Uxbridge’s Jordan Morrison of the Peterborough Petes is 21st. “It’s much too early to be get- ting your head caught up with how you’re rated,” says George Burnett, Oshawa’s head coach and general manager. “You’ve got to perform for the entire season... The thing with most kids this age is consistency.” Yo u ’ll have trouble convincing Berti the road ahead is more dif- ficult than the one behind. Limit- ed to just 15 games when two knee surgeries wiped out a promising rookie season a year ago, the 6-foot-3, 215-pound left winger spent the summer rehab- bing for the current campaign. Although he has taken some time to get back up to speed and missed two games with a charley horse injury, Berti sits third among Generals in scoring with 8-7-15 totals in 23 games. “It’s an honour to be on a list like that,” says Berti, adding, “I think there’s a lot of time to move up the list. My knees are back to normal and I’m feeling a lot bet- ter... It took me a couple of games this season just to get back into game shape.” The current lists are divided geographically: one for each of the three major junior leagues in Canada, another for U.S. college players and one for each relevant country in Europe. There will also be mid-season rankings and a final list with all players pooled together in advance of the NHL draft in June. “Right now, it’s not too seri- ous,” Berti says of the prelimi- nary rankings, which he wasn’t aware were coming. “I don’t think they mean too much right now.” Hulit, a 6-foot-1, 190-pound right winger who opted out of the draft last year, has 6-8-14 num- bers in 25 games this season. Nasby, a 6-foot-3, 191-pound defenceman who also spent much of the summer in rehabili- tation after shoulder surgery, has just one assist in 19 games. Bickell charged out of the gate in his second season in Ottawa, scoring seven goals in the first six games, and now has 11-9-20 totals in 23 games. The left winger is 6- foot-4 and 215 pounds. Morrison, a 6-foot, 165-pound centre, has 2-9-11 stats in 19 games with the Petes this sea- son. GENERALLY SPEAKING: With Bret Nasby expected back, the Generals headed into a three game road trip this weekend in- jury-free for one of the few times this season. The Generals also play Sunday in Sudbury at 2 p.m. They got the call; now’s the time to answer Ron Pietroniro / News Advertiser Photo The Oshawa Generals played host to the Ottawa 67's at the Oshawa Civic, recently. Generals #21 Adam Berti mixes it up in front of the Ottawa net with #9 David Halasz. 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Call for interview 905-434- 7128. PERFORMANCE ORTHOTICS has two openings for entry level positions in our manufacturing plant in Pickering. Must have good verbal skills and able to work inde- pendently. Experience with small hand tools an asset. Will train. $9 an hour. Fax resume 905-420- 0877. POST PLASTICS CANADA is now taking applications for full and part time positions. Drop off or email your resume: 89 Mills Rd. Unit 2 Ajax, or email: julie@postplastics.com PUT YOUR PC TO WORK!Work from home part-time! Be your own Boss! For a free info package visit.. www.markworkathome.com or call 416-324-07182 REGISTERED MASSAGE Thera- pist req'd immediately for part-time Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 10- 6pm, two Saturday's per/mo. 10- 5pm. Call for interview (905)721- 0363 Registration Officer Positions Required $20.00/hr Ave. We T rain You! Call Arron (905) 435-0280 Christmas Help Wanted URGENT - CLEANERS NEEDED Looking for individuals with clean- ing experience for great new op- portunities with cleaning service for residential clients. Extremely attractive wages and gas allow- ances offered. Own vehicle pre- ferred. Serious inquires only. Call 905-686-5424 now. US DRIVERS Required for dedi- cated runs. CDRP/Fast Pass cards a must. Clean abstract, CVOR and Criminal Search required. Call (905)426-1901. WANTED - full time industrial sew- ing machine operator. Please fax resume to: 905-426-2160.. WHAT ARE YOU waiting for? 12 openings for hardworking, enthu- siastic and professional people. Call Julie Martin @ 905 721 0551. WORK FROM HOME Health and Nutrition Industry. $500-$1500 P/T $2000-$4000 F/T. Full Training Provided. 416-376-7926. www.athome-ebiz.com Experienced Nail Technician For busy North end Salon drop resume to: 1330 Ritson Rd. N. Felice's Body Toning or call 905-436-9303 ask for Denise HAIRDRESSER with experience required in busy salon immediate- ly. Full or part time. North Ajax. Call 905-686-1918. CAD PROGRAMMER/SHEET METAL MECHANIC for aerospace parts manufacturer located in Pickering, On. Must be able to create detailed manufacturing drawings from blueprints. Minimum 2 years experienced required. Lantac experience an asset. Qualified applicants please FAX your resume to: HR Manager @ 905-831-0104. CAR HAULERS WANTED 3 yrs. minimum driving exp. Clear abstract & CVOR. Oshawa 905-576-6445 CNC LATHER/MILLING OPERA- TOR/PROGRAMMER for aero- space parts manufacturer located in Pickering, On. Must be able to set up, program and operate ma- chines. Minimum 2 years Mazak experience required. QUALIFIED applicants please FAX your re- sume to: HR MANAGER @ 905- 831-0104. EXPERIENCED SHINGLERS AND LABOURERS for Durham Region area. Year round work. Call Rob 416-409-5959. HVAC HELPER required for resi- dential/commercial installation and service work. Email resume to: improvair@aol.com 905-831-1897 IMMEDIATE positions available for experienced Satellite Installers. Must have own vehicle and all necessary tools. Please call 1-866- 263-1160. BOOKKEEPER.2 years experi- ence with Quickbooks, billing, cus- tomer service & payroll req'd. Part -time position, 2 days/ week for Ajax based company. Fax resume to 905-428-7584 Admin. Support Bookkeeping, research, brochures, resumes, AP, AR, invoicing, letters, invitations, mailing. Call Ria 905-430-9040 NEW CAREERS in sales and mar- keting. Call today, start tomorrow. Tr aining provided. Call Kristin at 905 721 8154. RETAIL SALES HELP with sales background required for estab- lished Pool & Spa company based in Ajax, flexible hours, possible full time. Fax resume to: 905-686- 3146. DENTAL ASSISTANT -- level 2 PDA preferred. 25 - 30 hours per week, must be flexible. Nights and Saturdays. HARP certified. Oshawa area. Please fax resume to (905) 831-6899. Rene Goupil Jesuits a 24 bed home for the Roman Catholic Priests and Brothers requires a dedicated, caring full time night R.P.N for the Charge Nurse immed. Competitive LTC wages, benefits, friendly work environment Please call Monday (905)839-5151 RMT & PHYSIO WANTED Here we grow again!! Pickering FAX (905 )427-9147 RMT POSITION available in Co- bourg. Please fax resume to 905-373-0460 RN/RPN required immediately for family practice clinic. Must be will- ing to work days, evenings, week- ends. Experience a must. Fax re- sume to Janice: 905-430-6416. 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BECOME A U-HAUL DEALER W/NO INVESTMENT Must have an established business in the Durham Region •Earn highest commission renting trucks, trailers and moving accessories. •Help increase your traffic flow •Increase profits selling quality boxes and complete towing systems •Fully electronic automated •Make your business more productive and profitable •Suitable for all small business CALL TODAY SCARBOROUGH EAST 1-800-270-2792 RENT-WORRY FREE 1, 2 & 3 Bed. Apts. Well maintained, modern Appliances. All Util. included. On site super, maintenance & security. Rental O ffice: Mon. - Fri. after 10:30 am Sat. & Sun. 1 pm- 5 pm 905-579-1626 VALIANT PROPERTY MANAGEMENT www.gscrentals.com e-mail: valiantproperty@rogers.com 33 & 77 Falby Crt., Ajax Rental Office Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (905) 686-0845 www.a jaxapartments.com 2 & 3 bedroom apartments starting at $978 per mo. On-site superintendent and security. PUBLIC NOTICE OF COPYRIGHT. I Witold Zbigniew from the Popiel family accept, declare and hereby give Notice that I, Witold Zbigniew from the Popiel family, am a flesh blood and bone man servant of Jesus Christ and further give Notice that POPIEL, WITOLD, ZBIGNIEW; WITOLD ZBIGNIEW POPIEL and any derivation thereof are Registered business entities protected by Canadian and Inter- national Copyright laws. Any party having any claim or dispute regarding any statement or declaration made herein must respond in writing to the below address within 30 days of the date of Publication of this Notice. 27 McRae Rd. Ajax Ontario L1S 3Z2. QP assumes no liability when using svc. 18+. FM/03. 905-448-5000 416-724-4444 Browse ads FREE! LIVE CHAT! LIVE CHAT!WE REQUIRE AN experienced dental receptionist and an experi- enced chair side dental assistant to join our busy practice. ABEL computer and HARP certification necessary Please fax resume 905- 668-7295. WAITRESS/WAITER with experi- ence required for fine dining estab- lishment in Brooklin. Smart serve course required. Pepperberrries Bistro. Fax resume to (905)655- 6667. CLEANING LADY AVAILABLE with references $70 includes fridge & stove (905)428-3576 (905)986-0320 KLASSIC CLEANING Weekly, Biweekly or Monthly Service Reliable & Thorough Mary (905)428-1648 Helen (905)427-6622 This space kept clean by Let us keep your area clean! 905-837-9601 $175,000 - 62 Highland Ave. (King/Wilson area), preferred Oshawa location. Immaculate de- tached 1.5 storey, 3 bedroom, 2 baths, must be seen. Open House Nov. 29-30, 2-4 p.m. 905-576- 4347. HARMONY/OLIVE - 3 +2 bdrm. brick bungalow with large fully le- gal 2 bdrm. apt., in a desirable east Oshawa location. Double drive., great income property or home to live in. $189,900. Call 416 -949-8194. LUXURY 2-bedroom Tridel, Champlain model, 1100sq.ft., east view, 2 full baths, newer hard- wood,solarium, ensuite laundry, large locker, indoor parking, $249,000. 905-831-3077. OPEN HOUSE,Sat & Sun Nov. 29th & 30th 1-3pm, 1910 Rosefield Dr., Pickering (Liverpool/Finch). Beautiful 3-bdrm, 2 bathrooms, raised semi detached bungalow, large fin. bsmt. $209,000. Walk to all amenities. Call Manju Mukher- jee, Homelife New Star Real Es- tate Ltd. 416-288-0800, 905-471- 7500 WATERFRONT HOME Dream of your retirement. Bach home, Buck- horn Lake, on Emerald Isle, near Ptbo. Layaway or buy outright. I will make it easy for you! 705-292- 8241 WATERFRONT,Beautiful view of Lake Scugog. 3-bdrm home, 2 bathrooms, c/a, c/v, walk-out bsmt, near Port Perry, asking $329,900. Call (905)985-9472 LUXURY CONDO,700 Wilson Rd Oshawa, 1850-sq/ft, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, solarium, balcony, great room concept, southeast corner. Upgraded, tastefully decorated 905-436-8764 WHITBY Waterfront.gorgeous 3 bedroom + solarium condo. Beau- tiful 180-degree view. Great facil- ities: pool, gym, sauna & party room. 5 appliances, balcony, 2 parking spaces. Awesome loca- tion, walk to GO, even downtown. (905)718-9886 (905)668-3788 1000-SQ.FT. INDUSTRIAL UNIT located in downtown Oshawa, overhead door $800 per month in- clusive (905)571-5138 INDUSTRIAL UNIT for rent. 1800sq.ft., truck level shipping door, prime industrial location in Pickering. Close to 401. Call (905)839-8991 or (905)655-0069 INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL stor- age space in south Ajax - Truck level shipping,1800 sq. ft., current- ly using less than half, looking for partner to share. Call 905-626- 8286. OFFICE OR INDUSTRIAL space available, 5300sq.ft. in Central Whitby. Convenient location, lots of parking. Available immediately. Call 905-444-9600 or cell 416-303- 5746. OSHAWA,2 room carpeted office with sinks, newly renovated, 3 pc washroom, seperate entrance, $650 util incl. Flexible Terms 905-259-2552 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, Vel- tri Complex, Bowmanville. King Street East. Office Retail Rental Space. Parking & Wheelchair Ac- cessible. Spaces available rang- ing from 390 sq.ft. to 2495-sq. ft. For more information call: 905-623 -4172 MIXED USE retail/office/commer- cial/light industrial space for rent in Southeast Oshawa Marwood Busi- ness Park, easy 401 access. From $5.00 PSF plus TMI. (905)404- 6562. OFFICE SPACE 1,225sq ft, 5 of- fices plus reception. Ajax location. Call 905-706-0835 PRIME LOCATION IN PORT PERRY by the Lake. 1,200 square-foot. Great for office or business. Availability negotiable. Call 905-985-5791 or 905-986- 9993 Camille WHITBY 575sq ft $863/month in- clusive; King & Park 1011 sq ft, $758/month + TMI; Simoce St. 2800sq ft, $2,333/mo + TMI or $284,900 sale. Call Randolph Lengauer, Sutton Group 905-436- 0990 MARKET your Business Opportu- nity with Metroland Community Newspapers. Distribution of over 40 million! Call today for informa- tion on weekly word ad rates. 416- 493-1300 ext. 276 $$1ST AND 2ND mortgages$$ Debt consolidations, refinancing, credit issues, pre approvals, cash back, low rates, residential/com- mercial. Call Dennis at (289)314- 1102 www.mortgagebid.ca 1ST, 2ND, 3RD MORTGAGES Res./Comm up to 100% financing. Best rates possible. Credit problems? Self-employed? No problem! Av anti Financial (905)428-8119 $$Mortgages$$ 1 st 2 nd 3 rd ‘s to 100%. Pre – Christmas Bills Consolidate now and take away the stress. Good or bad Credit Call or come in. Accurate Mortgages 905-436-9292 Or 877-509-5626 650 King St. E. #204 Oshawa All applications Processed www.accuratemortgages.com BUSINESS Finance Specialist. Business loans for all purposes. From Prime +1%. 905-690-9875 DEBT problems? Settle your debts interest-free without bankruptcy, payments geared to income, stops garnishments and harass- ment from creditors. Call (905)721- 8251 For Free Consultation. MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any purpose. All applications accepted. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905)668-6805 UNIPARTCAPITAL - Mortgage fi- nancing specialists residential, commercial, industrial, debt con- solidation, private funds. We sim- plify the complicated variety of mortgage choices, to suit your per- sonal needs. (905)686-7094. 1 BEDROOM WALKOUT base- ment apt., Grandview/King area. Available Dec. 1st. Includes laun- dry, cable, utilities, parking. $700/mo. Call Ron or Jan 905-576 -3855. 1 BEDROOM, AVAIL DEC. 1ST. Located 946 Mason St. $650/month all inclusive. Please call 905-576-6724 905-242-4478 1-BDRM,$790/mo inclusive, large, bright, w/new carpets, sep ent., parking, laundry facilities, big yard, great Ajax location. Call Wendy 416-818-9255 1-BEDROOM apartment in up- scale Lakefront neighbourhood. In- cludes separate laundry, satellite & 2 parking spaces. Lots of space & sunshine! Single: $800, Couple $1000. First/last required. Call (905)686-0066 or 416-450-2243 1-BEDROOM basement apart- ment in Whitby. Spacious, separ- ate entrance, full kitchen, bath- room, cable/utilities included. Available Jan 1st. $700/month, first/last. No smoking/pets. Street parking. Call (905)665-4880. 1-BEDROOM Immaculate, large bsmt. apt., well maintained, self contained, large backyard, park- ing, close to all amenities. (Sim- coe/Wellington, Oshawa)). $700/month inclusive, first/last, ref- erences. Call Rob/Tracey (905)438-0058 1011 SIMCOE ST. N.,Oshawa - Large 3 bedroom 2 storey town home suites with full basements, available for rent. Private fenced yards with mature trees. $999.00 per month. Call (905) 579-7649 for an appointment. 2 BDRM.Russett Ave. Simcoe N., nicely decorated $900. good loca- tion, bright well maintained quiet 12plex. Nice neighbourhood, close to shopping, bus, utilities, heating, cable, parking included, Laundry facilities. No dogs. (905)576-2982. 2 BEDROOM apt., $875, available Jan.1, in very clean, quiet, well maintained building. Oshawa. Call (905)728-2969. A FAMILY RENTAL - North Oshawa, 4-bdrm, 2 bath. End unit townhouse, garage, 5 appliances, c/a, fenced yard, fin. bsmt. $1200/month + utilities. (905)440- 4961. AFAMILYRENTAL@aol.com AJAX - Oxford Towers. Spacious apartments, quiet bldg, close to shopping, GO. Pool, sauna. 2-bdrm $965/mo, avail Jan. 1st; 3-bdrm $1065/mo, avail Dec & Jan. 1st. (905)683-8421 or (905)683-5322 AJAX - Professionally built one bedroom legal basement apart- ment. Separate entrance, new ap- pliances, 4 pc. bath, shared laun- dry, parking. All inclusive $800/mo. No smoking/pets. 905-428-0162. AJAX -2 bedroom basement apartment rent with separate en- trance, laundry, A/C. Call (905)426 -8057 between 9am-1pm AJAX Bayly/Pickering Beach. 2 bedroom, newly renovated base- ment apt. Bright & clean. $900 in- cludes utilities, shared laundry, parking, A/C & ceramics. Non- smoker. Avail Dec 1. (905)427- 6890 AJAX,Westney Heights, Bache- lor apt., new carpets, freshly paint- ed, parking, laundry, $550+40% utilities. Immediately. Bo Gustaf- son, Sutton Group Tower (416)783 -5000 AJAX,Harwood/Bayly, 2 bedroom basement apartment, spacious, le- gal, separate entrance, laundry, 2 parking, available January 1st. $800 plus. Call Frank (416)616- 7776. Also 2-bedroom in Scarbo- rough. AJAX,large legal 2-bdrm bsmt apt. 4 appliances, private en- trance, parking, first/last, referenc- es, avail Jan. 1st, 2004. $825/mo inclusive. 905-686-3201. AJAX,quiet, clean 1 bedroom apartment, $500 plus. Call (416)409-4928 or (416)728-0479 AJAX,Westney/Hyw#2, 1-large bedroom, walk out, legal basement apt. 4-pc ensuite. Upscale neigh- borhood. Bright & beautiful. No pets/smoking, available immedi- ately, $750/inclusive, 905-619- 0803, 416-895-5403 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY in Whitby, Apt. building, spacious, carpeted, newly painted, with bal- cony, close to bus, shopping, all utilities included, first/last required, no pets, 1 bedroom $825, 2 bed- room $925, 3 bedroom $ 1,025. Call (905)767-2565 BLUEWATER PARK WHITBY 1 & 2 Bedrooms. Please call Mon-Fri. 9 a.m.- 8 p.m. 905-571-3522 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. BRAND NEW one bedroom base- ment apt. Whitby. Walkout, very bright, spacious, walk to Go, park- ing/laundry, no pets/smoking. $775/mo. inclusive. Avail. immedi- ately. (905)430-0168 CENTRAL OSHAWA one bed- room for December and January $750 plus hydro, two bedrooms, February $825 plus hydro. Well maintained building. Call Mon-Fri 9-5 p.m. (905)723-0977 CHURCH/HWY 2.Immaculate 2 & 3 bedroom apartments. Close to schools/shopping. Go. (416) 444- 7391 Ext. 241 CLIPPER APARTMENTS AJAX - 2 & 3 Bed. Please call Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. 905-683-6021 Shelter Canadian Properties Ltd. EXECUTIVE BASEMENT Apt., Liverpool/Finch. Large 1-bedroom, livingroom, kitchen, 4pc. bath, laundry, c/air, parking, separate entrance. Near 401/Go. Clean/quiet. Dec 1st. $800/month inclusive. No pets. (905)839-9032 LARGE 3-bdrm apt. Oshawa. Avail. immediately. Fridge, stove. $910+utilities. First/last. Call week- days 9 a.m. - 4 :30 p.m.(905)725- 9991 or leave message. LARGE BASEMENT APT.South Ajax. Dryer/Harwood. Near amen- ities/bus/Go-Train, freshly paint- ed/decorated. Own entrance. Cable, washer/dryer. Working per- son/couple/non-smoker preferred. $750/mo. 905-686-8202. MAGILL/WESTNEY walk-out 2-bdrm bsmt, close to amenities, 1-parking. Available immediately. No smoking/pets. (905)427-6622 or (905)428-8656. NORTH Oshawa - 2 bedroom, December lst/January lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two appliances included. Pay cable, parking and laundry facil- ities. (905) 723-2094 NORTH OSHAWA, Mary/Ross- land, 2 bedroom basement, $800 utilities included, private entrance, self contained, parking, shared laundry, non smokers, no pets, avail. Feb.1,(905)723-6959. NORTH WHITBY - immaculate spacious 2 bedroom apartment in beautiful neighborhood, private en- trance, parking, air, laundry, util- ities, cable, pool and patio. Backs onto ravine. No smoking, $l,l00/month. lst/last references. Available Jan. lst Call (905) 666- 5248 ONE BEDROOM apt, downtown Pickering, $845 + hydro, laundry, available. Jan. 1. (905)686-3344. ONE BEDROOM apt, very quiet and comfortable, glass enclosed shower, stove, fridge, central air, cable, no pets/smoking. Available Dec 1st. $795/month. Call 905-432 -2141. OSHAWA - Bright one-bedroom main-floor, large yard, close to Hospital. No smoking/pets. Suit- able for mature responsible per- son. $625/mo+utilities available January 1st. Mike 905-697-8166 OSHAWA - near Oshawa centre, newly renovated 2-bedroom apartment, in small, clean building, Suit older persons. $725 plus hy- dro. Phone (905)839-4659. OSHAWA - Spacious sparkling 1-bdrm, main floor of quiet house, avail. immediately. $750/mo inclu- sive, 1-parking, private entrance. First/last. (416)284-7502 OSHAWA 2-bedroom upper half of duplex. Parking for 1, $670+hydro, first/last required. Available imme- diately. No pets. Call (905)430- 0249 OSHAWA APTS., Clean quiet newer bldgs. Bachelor 1 & 2 bed- room includes utilities, parking, laundry, on site. No dogs. (905)432-8914, (905)571-0425, or 1-888-558-2622 or 416-473-9173 OSHAWA close to 401, 2 & 3 bed- room apartments available any- time, separate entrances. No pets. Call 905-433-8862. OSHAWA NEAR GM - clean, quiet, basement, hydro/cable/inter- net, bathroom incl. Shared kitchen, laundry, phone. No parking. Work- ing mature gentleman preferred. $425 first/last 416-888-4905 OSHAWA Simcoe/Olive, clean freshly painted, 2-bedroom apt. Available immediately, 1 free park- ing, coin laundry on site. Utilities included, $750. No dogs, first/last. Call Bob (905)924-6075. OSHAWA,2-bedroom available, small very clean quiet building, freshly painted, carpeted, updated decor, parking included, laundry on site. $725 plus hydro. Available Dec.lst. (905)434-9844. OSHAWA,2-bedroom Bloor/Park area. Well maintained, Clean, quiet bldg. Near shopping, 401, Go, bus. First/last, references re- quired. No pets. Seniors Special. Available Dec 1st. (905)571-4576 OSHAWA,bachelor apartment, walk to downtown, YMCA & Hospi- tal area, Available December 1st, includes fridge, stove, utilities, laundry facilities. $550/month, no pets. (905)697-9411 OSHAWA,cozy 1-bedroom base- ment apartment, completely reno- vated, quiet neighbourhood, laun- dry, parking, separate entrance. $750/month, close to all amenities, available immediately. Would suit senior. Call (905)434-8803 OSHAWA, GORGEOUS main floor of houses and apts., 1,2+3 bedrooms, 4 appliances, newly renovated, Starting from $600/in- clusive, available Dec.1st/15th & Jan. 1st (905)427-5204 OSHAWA,Harmony/Olive area. Bright, spacious, 1-bedroom base- ment. C/A, laundry, seperate en- trance, 1-parking. Suit working adult, no smoking. $710/inclusive, first/last/references. Available February 1st. Call 905-571-4373 PICKERING - 2-bedroom large, bright, new basement apartment. Available December 1st. Cable, parking, $900/month inclusive. (416)999-2366 PICKERING -Fabulous 2-bed- room basement, full bath/kitchen, separate entrance, laundry, a/c, deck, parking x2, no smoking, first/last, $875/month inclusive. White's/ 401. 905-837-0227. PICKERING Liverpool/Bayly - Large, 1000 sq ft, 2 bedroom basement, parking, laundry, separ- ate entrance, no pets/smoking. $975/month, available immediate- ly/December 15th. (905) 420-5492 PICKERING,2-bedroom base- ment large bright, 4 appliances, parking, close to schools, shop- ping. $850 +1/2 utilities. Avail. Dec. 1, call Mike days 905-427- 4077 ext. 24, eveinings 905-442- 0020. PICKERING,Dixie/Finch, new large, bright beautiful 1-bedroom walkout basement apt., private en- trance, no smokers/pets, first/last avail. immediately. References, utilities included. Call(905)839- 2774 PICKERING,Hwy#2/Brock, Estate of Delbrooke and Pepperwood Gate. New 2 bedroom basement apartment, separate entrance, walkout, large kitchen, appliances, cable, parking, no pets/smoking. Walk Schools/Shopping/GO. $900 all inclusive, available immediately. (905)619-6822. or (416)520-7388. PICKERING,Westshore, bright, spacious, 1-bedroom basement apartment, quiet home. Immacu- late, separate entrance, A/C. Avail- able January 1st. $775/inclusive, first/last, no smoking/pets. (905)831-3681. PICKERING,Whites/Bayly, bache- lor basement apartment, seprate entrance, parking, cable, A/C, shared laundry. No dogs, first/last, work references. Suite single fe- male. $700/month inclusive, Jan 1st (905)839-9271 PICKERING,Whites/Hwy 2. 1-bdrm walk-out bsmt, c/a, 4pc bath, laundry, parking. $750/mo in- clusive. (905)420-5789 PICKERING-large one bedroom basement apt. Bright, clean, quiet, close to Go and bus. Laundry, no pets. Non-smoker, parking for one. $750/inclusive. Call 905-420-3774 REGENCY PLACE - 15 Regency Cres. Whitby. 50+ Lifestyle Apt. Complex. Clean quiet building, across from park. Close to down- town. Daily activities incl.. All util- ities included. Call (905)430-7397. www.realstar.ca. Open house- Saturday 9-3, Sunday 1-3. SUITE SALE OSHAWA VERY SPACIOUS 2 & 3 bdrm. apts. Close to schools, shopping centre, Go Station. Utilities included. Seniors Discounts Call (905)728-4993 RENTER$ Stop Paying Your Landlord's Mortgage Free Report reveals How Easy It Is To Buy Your Own Home Free Recorded Message 1-800-417-7295 ID#7051 Remax Ability Real Estate Ltd SIMCOE ST. N.Oshawa, Over 2,000 sq. ft. 3 bedroom luxury penthouse suite, air, 5 appliances, wood burning fireplace, Must be seen to appreciate. $1,925 plus parking. Call 905-571-3760 SOUTH AJAX,bedsitting, upper level, furnished or unfurnished, parking, quiet mature working adult preferred, $550/mo. no pets, (905)686-3299. START THE NEW YEAR RIGHT! Spacious 3-bdrm with eat-in kitch- en, Whitby. Separate entrance, parking. $950 + utilities. Avail. Jan. 1st. Call (905)430-6229 TESTA HEIGHTS -2 Testa Rd. Uxbridge, One & two bedroom apts. available Oct/Nov/Dec. Con- veniently located in Uxbridge in adult occupied building. Weekly tenant activities. Call (905)852- 2534. www.realstar.ca Open house 12-4 Sat/Sun. WHITBY 1 BEDROOM Apartment in triplex. January 1st. No pets, one parking spot. $650 plus hydro. 905-259-6223. WHITBY Place, 900 Dundas St. E., One and two bedroom units available, park like setting, close to downtown, low rise building, laun- dry facilities, balcony, parking. (905)430-5420. www.realstar.ca WHITBY, CLEAN 1-bedroom apt in home, centrally located and close to all amenities. Suitable for single working person. Non-smok- ing, no pets. $645+hydro. Avail- able immediately. 905-668-3011. OSHAWA Near O.C. one bedroom apt, utilities included. Available im- mediately. (905)571-0866 leave message. WHITBY WATERFRONT CONDO - gorgeous 2 bdrm., walk to the "GO", walk downtown, with water- front trail at your door. Fitness cen- tre, indoor pool and party room. Available Jan. 1/04. Call 905-718- 9886 or 905-668-3788. A-ABA-DABA-DO, OWN YOUR OWN HOME! From $550/month OAC.FREE - up to $10,000 cash back to you. $32,500+family in- come. No down payment re- quired! For spectacular results, Great Rates. Call Ken Collis, As- sociate Broker, Coldwell Banker RMR Real Estate (905)728-9414, or 1-877-663-1054, kencol- lis@sympatico.ca. AJAX - COZY 2 plus bedrooms, main level, across from park, short or long term, suit single/couple, no smoking, $l,300 inclusive. Avail- able immediately. (905)619-0904 AJAX, COZY newly renovated 3-bedroom, dining room home for rent. Hardwood floors, front veran- da, back deck, large private fenced yard with view. Beside school. $1175/month+utilities. 905-426- 5894 leave message, 807-628- 0225 AJAX,WESTNEY/HWY#2, spa- cious, 4 bedroom upper, 2 1/2 baths, 5 appliances, familyroom, laminate, fireplace, garage. GO, schools, non-smokers/no pets. avail. Jan1, $1400/plus. (905)426- 1339, Cell (416)882-0312. COUNTRY HOME WITH BARN,2 separate apartments, both separ- ate kitchens, 2 bedrooms, one bathroom, livingroom, familyroom. Share laundryroom. Brougham. First/last/references. (905) 887- 1024 EAST OSHAWA Large 3+1 bed- room, eat-in kitchen, fridge/stove, deck off master, 2 bathrooms, good neighbourhood. Avail Dec 1. No pets/smoking, credit referenc- es. First/last required. $1475+util- ities. (905)576-8522 OSHAWA Centre, 3-bedroom air conditioning, large yard, immedi- ate, 5 appliances, no smok- ing/pets. $1200 plus utilities. Call (905)472-2140. OSHAWA COUNTRY Executive 4,000 sq. ft 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 baths triple car garage. This home is well appointed with a million-dollar view. The successful tenants will sign a yearly rental agreement. Available December 2003, $2500 per month. Brokers Protected. For Further information please contact 905-434-2447. PICKERING,walk to GO, backsplit detached 3 bedroom, finished basement, gas fireplace, A/C. No pets/smoking, references, credit check, first/last, $1500 plus util- ities. Call Saeed 905-683-3762. OSHAWA- 3-BEDROOM upper level of house, approx 1300sq.ft. New ceramic, floor, very clean, large deck, 5 appliances, parking, no pets. First/last, credit approval. $1100 plus. Available Dec 1st. (905)424-9115 SOUTH PICKERING,3-bedroom bungalow, 6 appliances, 1 full bath, 2 half-baths. Finished base- ment, near Go, shopping, schools. No smoking/pets. First/last. Jan. 1st. $1500/month plus utilities. (905)837-9214 WHITBY,2 story, detached, 3+1 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, 6 applianc- es, finished basement, ravine lot, fenced yard, deck, A/C, near schools & shops, no pets/smoke, $1500 .mo., (905)209-0028. WHITBY,new three bedroom de- tached house, $1,990 plus utilities. First/last. December 1. Days (647) 229-2035 Evenings (905)686 -8783 after 6 p.m. WONDERFUL WHITBY excellent mature location. Large sidesplit 3-bdrm, finished basement, living- room w/fireplace, diningroom, fab- ulous layout, even a pool. Close to schools, shopping, transportation, available immediately (905)718- 9886 (905)668-3788. OPEN HOUSE:3-bedroom th, 1975 Memory Lane, Unit 16, Pick- ering (Kingston/Liverpool) Sun. 10- 2pm. (416)724-0404 TAUNTON TERRACE - 100 Taun- ton Rd E., Oshawa. 3 bedrooms with/without garage. 3 appliances, hardwood flooring, Outdoor pool, sauna, Children's playground close to all amenities. Fenced back- yards. 905-436-3346. www.real- star.ca. Open house Wed., Thurs., Fri. 7-9 p.m. A SPOTLESSLY CLEAN -Ross- land/Garden. Whitby. furnished bedroom, central air, bus at door. Cable. Non-smoking, suit quiet person. Near amenities. $400/month first/last (905)665- 8504 AVAILABLE immediately- Oshawa, furnished room, bright very clean house, share kitchen & bathroom, run of house, non- smoker, parking, laundry, near all amenities, $440/month. 905-424- 0881 LARGE FURNISHED room avail- able immediately in Oshawa. $100 weekly. First & last, non smoker. Call (905) 728-0921 or (905) 243-9886. OSHAWA,room for rent, central location, kitchen privileges, utilities included, suited for quiet working individual. $350/month, first/last required. 905-706-0998. OSHAWA.Large bed/setting room, private bath, parking, share kitchen/laundry. Near bus stop. Working female smoker preferred. $400 monthly, call Darlene 905- 728-3093 after 8pm or 905-242- 3915. PICKERING - Dixie/Kingston Rd. Extra large masterbedroom en- suite, furnished, parking, laundry, no smoking/no-pets. Available im- mediately, $550. includes utilities. (905)839-3030 WHITBY SPACIOUS basement - 3 rooms, available immediately. Suit female. Parking & laundry fa- cilities included. Each $400/month inclusive. Call 905-665-4676 A BEAUTIFUL 4 bedroom town- house to share preferably with non smoking female, bedroom fur- nished or not, underground park- ing included. White's Rd./Picker- ing. (905)420-0958 BEAUTIFUL home to share with female or male, students wel- comed. North Whitby, $625/month inclusive. Includes jacuzzi, work- out room, cable, laundry, own fridge. (905)432-6454 EXTRA LARGE room in basement for rent, share facilities, in Picker- ing, available immediately. 905- 831-1916. NORTH WEST OSHAWA,quiet business professional seeks same. Large bedroom, share kitch- en, laundry, parking, bathroom, c/a, cable, non-smoking. $500/month. First/last, references. (905)576-7002. WHITBY share luxury house, $550., fireplace, cable, laundry fa- cilities, parking. Short term Avail- able. No lease. Call 416-427-7892. CLEARWATER Florida, 2-3 bed- room furnished manufactured homes. 85 degree pool, 105 de- gree hot tub, minutes to beaches and major attractions, NHL Hockey ($11/seat), Blue-Jay/Yankee base- ball. Children welcome. Photos shown in your home. $375/weekly (less than motel) (905)683-5503. 30 Days after November 28, 2003 Ajax Mini Stor- age will sell by public auc- tion the following accounts that are delinquent to cov- er the rent and expense. •Ryan Kearley •Edward Jones •Michel Zimmerman •Joanne Theriault Any of the above tenants may pay amount owing in cash, debit card and redeem thier merchan- dise any time prior to the auction. WEDNESDAY,November 19th around 1:00 at the gas station on Thickson Road. After paying for my purchase, I turned around and you gave me a big smile, As I started to walk away I glanced back at you twice and you stood there in the pouring rain smiling back. We never spoke. Do you re- member what I was wearing? I'll visit the gas station every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at 1:00 until December 31st looking for you (weather permitting). YOUNG WIDOW would like to meet kind, caring gentleman 55-65, good sense of humour, knows how to treat a lady. I like DANCING, travelling, drives in the country, dining out. Would like to hear from you. Serious replies on- ly: File #950, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 FILIPINA Nanny/housekeeper, live -in/out. available. No fee to em- ployers. Amah Intl. 416-221-3303 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003, PAGE 43 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com RHYTHM DYNAMI DANCE NEW DANCE & FITNESS CLASSES BEGIN JAN. 5TH REGISTER NOW! ADULTS: Ballroom, Latin, Salsa, Kick AerobiX, Ballet, Line Dance, Latin AerobiX, Strength & Martial Arts, Hip Hop/Jazz, Tap, Stretch & Yoga Tech., Pilates, Belly Dancing (new rates), NightClub CHILDREN: Kick AerobiX, Strength & Martial Arts, Ballroom & Latin Kids Group or Private classes/GIFT CERTIFICATES 905-438-1537 44 Richmond St. W., Oshawa REGISTRATION VENDORS WANTED for the 8th Metro East Spring Home & Garden Show March 5, 6, 7 at the new Pickering Markets Trade Centre. For more info: 905-426-4676 Susan O'Brien, ext 226 Mark Fucella, ext 229 Lisa Matthews, ext 227 sobrien@durhamregion.com mfucella@durhamregion.com lmatthews@durhamregion.com ANTIQUE DISCOVERIES STORE CLOSING SALE!! Final two days - Saturday and Sunday Oak mantle, oak desk, pressed back chairs, sofa table, oak stacking bookcases, settees, buffets, chairs, small tables, crocks and many collectables. Many unique and affordable Christmas gift ideas. Our store is closing November 30th All prices reduced - Let's make a deal! 50% off all glass and china 40% off all collectables 78 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax (Highway #2 near Church) Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sun. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. (905) 683-8243 DURHAM HANDYMAN SERVICES Semi retired tradesmen and handy- men. Reasonable rates on home re- pairs and remodeling. Electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting. Fully insured, bonded and written warran- ty. NO HIDDEN COSTS/COUPONS FREE ESTIMATES (905) 571-3441 905-686-7236 www.handymanconnection.comLic #B16881Plumbing • Carpentry • Electrical • Painting • Renovations etc. Insured Bonded 1 Year Written Warranty www.Renovations4u.ca Call Abdul 905-444-9944 * F/Bsmts. $6500 + material * G/Openers installed $70 * Plumbing/Electrical * Painting & Decorating * All Kitchens * Decks/Fences & G/Sheds * Windows & Doors * Wooden Floors/Ceramics * Lawn/Snow Maintenance * Dry Walling/Taping * Bsmt. Windows & Doors * Patios/Paths & Steps * Plans for Building & Fire * Roughed in 3 pc. bath * Regulated Code $250 * Room $600 + material BUDGET HOME IMPROVEMENTS BATHROOMS, KITCHENS, COUNTER TOPS (READY IN 4 DAYS). RECROOMS, PLUMBING, HOME OFFICES Mario (905)619-4663Cell 416-275-0034 HOMEPRIDE IMPROVEMENTS Quality Painting Decorating & Renovations Free Estimates * Fully Insured Call Don (905)626-2111 the.allains.sympatico.ca RESIDENTIAL SNOW CLEARING •contract or individual pricing •reliable & established since 1981 •snow blowers & shovels - no damage •fully insured and workers compensation •special consideration for seniors BREMNER POOL & SPA (905)831-2498 (800)267-5189 www.bremnerpool.com Snow Removal Special Unlimited Visits For Season 220 sq ft Drive $358 ❅540 sq ft Drive $399 5% off before November 30th Senior Discounts 15% Call Abdul 905-444-9944 Visit us at www.Renovations4u.ca CLOWN / MAGICIAN • Live animals • All occasions • All ages Call Jeff (905) 839-7057 RABBIT Wants Work! Doing Magic for Children's Parties and All Occasions. Have my own Magician Call Ernie (905)668-4932 AFFORDABLE loving daycare, non smoking, reliable/experienced, mother of 2. Steps to Glengrove P. S.on St. Anthony Daniels bus/route. Large fenced backyard. Playroom / crafts / outings. Snacks/ lunch. Valley Farm Rd./ Kingston Rd. Near PTC. Referenc- es. Call Debbie (905) 839-7237 Dixie/Finch New home daycare. Snacks, lunches provided. Fun activities, indoor/outdoor play CPR/First Aid. 18 months-4 yrs References Available. Carmelina 905-837-1602. FINDING CHILDCARE Has never been easier! Connecting providers, parents and nannies. Not an agency. View free list today at: www.durhamdaycare.com (905)665-2346 LICENSED CHILDCARE for in- fants to 12 years, full or part time care in a safe home environment. Caregivers are screened and regu- larly inspected. Receipts. DUR- HAM PROFESSIONAL HOME DAYCARE (905)509-1207 or toll free 1-877-236-2959 SINGING & VOCAL COACHING available from professional Broad- way Actor/Singer. Beginners to ad- vanced. $50/1+1/2 hr. sessions. 416-888-7308. LIVE-IN caregiver for elderly couple. Housekeeping, cooking. References. 905-565-1854. LEATHER jackets 1/2 price, purs- es from $9.99, luggage from $29.99. wallets from 9.99. Every- thing must Go! Family Leather, 5 Points Mall, Oshawa (905)728- 9830, Scarborough (416)439- 1177. A King pillowtop mattress set. New in plastic, cost $1600. Sacrifice $650. 416-746-0995 A-1 CARPETS, CARPETS, CAR- PETS!! 3 rooms installed with pad from $289 (30 yds). All Berber carpets on sale now! Free up- grade to 12 mm premium pad with every installation, 20 oz Berber carpet starting at 0.69 sq. ft., car- pet only. Lots of selection for eve- ry budget. Three month equal payment plan available. Free in home quote. SAILLIAN CARPETS at 905-242-3691 or 905-373-2260, 1-800-578-0497. PLAYSTATION MOD CHIPS.Play backed-up and foreign titles. PS1 Chip: $65.PS2 Chip: $95 (vs 1-4), $150 (vs 5-7), $200 (vs 8). XBOX Chip: $150. All work guaranteed. Inquire about our list of used games. North End Oshawa. (905)924-2097 A-1 CARPETS, CARPETS, CAR- PETS!! 3 rooms installed with pad from $289 (30 yds). All Berber carpets on sale now! Free up- grade to 12 mm premium pad with every installation, 20 oz Berber carpet starting at 0.69 sq. ft., car- pet only. Lots of selection for eve- ry budget. Three month equal payment plan available. Free in home quote. SAILLIAN CARPETS at 905-242-3691 or 905-373-2260 AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES HANK'S APPLIANCES-Large se- lection of new & used appliances. Washers $175/up, dryers $149/up, stoves $175/up, fridges $100/up. Coin-op washers/dryers. RENT TO OWN NOW AVAILABLE! Why wait, but it now! Visit our show- room. Parts/Sales/Service. 426 Simcoe St. S. Mon-Fri, 8-6pm. Sat 9-5pm. (905)728-4043 ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. Amazing Electronics, 601 Dundas St.W.Whitby. Call (905)665-7732 APPLIANCES - fridge, 2 door frost free, deluxe 30" stove $475/pr; washer/dryer, heavy-duty, deluxe models, $275/pr or 675/all; immac- ulate condition. Also large capacity washer, $275 and dryer, $200 or $475/pr, used 2 yrs. 905-925-6446 (Oshawa) APPLIANCES,refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer, apartment size washer & dryer. Mint condition. Will sell sep- arately, can deliver. Call (905)839- 0098 BAR CABINET custom made, solid oak, includes fridge. Mint condition. $1600-obo. 905-435- 0775 - snp BED,queen pillowtop, orthopedic Mattress set, never used, still packaged, cost $1025, sell $450. 416-741-7557 BEST QUALITY rebuilt major ap- pliances in Ontario. Showroom and warehouse full. All Ontario Ap- pliance Clinic, 111 Dundas St. W., Whitby. (905)668-9444. CARPETS SALE & HARDWOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $329 (30 sq. yd.) includes: carpet, pad and installation. Free esti- mates, carpet repairs. Serving Durham and surrounding area. Credit Cards Accepted. Call Sam (905)686-1772 CARPETS.Laminate and vinyl sale. 3 rooms, 30sq yds. for $319. Commercial carpet including pre- mier underpad and installation. Laminate $1.69sq ft. Click system. Residential, commercial, customer satisfaction guaranteed. Free Esti- mate. Mike 905-431-4040 COMPUTERS: BITS AND BYTES Computers Services. Christmas Special: CD-RW Upgrade only $50 installed w/purchase on any com- plete system. P2-350 Tower com- plete system $219.; P3-450 com- plete systems $299; Complete systems includes: 17" monitor, keyboard and mouse. All internet ready. Layaway Plan, Warranty (90 days) and Other Accessories. Call (905)576-9216 or www.speed- line.ca/bitsandbytes CUSTOM Made kitchen cup- boards and counter top. White ash colour cupboards 2' high by 9' wide and beige counter top. Ideal for small kitchen, bathroom or cot- tage. (905)697-9462 (snp) CUSTOM-MADE Full length, light fox, detachable hood paid $5500, asking $1500. Waist-length red/white fox fur jacket, imported from England. Paid $3500, asking $1000. Excellent condition, Size 7/8. (905)576-4036 FARM Fresh Meats, Support your local farmer. Buy Canadian. Sides of beef, gov't inspected, cut and wrapped included, 300 lbs. and up. $2.19/lb. Free delivery. 905-852- 7997. FOR SALE:All electric hospital bed, 2 years old, good condition, asking $800. Call evenings (905)898-1761 or (905)844-9382 FOR SALE:Oval dark stained din- ingroom table with 4 chairs, seats 8, $500. Sewing machine cabinet $50, can deliver. Call John 416- 704-8955. FULL length Blue Fox fur coat, size 10-12, $3500 OBO. Call (905)665-7334 GRANITE 3/8"12 X 12 Tiles, $6.00 per tile, best price around. Any quantity available. Perfect for floors, walls, counter tops etc. Cash and carry. Orillia area. (705) 329-0682 Lori. HOT TUB 2003 all options, red wood cabinet, never used, still in wrapper. Cost $9995, sell $5000. 416-746-0995 KENMORE fridge & stove, harvest gold colour $375/pair; 1989 Dodge Dynasty, needs fuel pump, $495. Call (905)626-3922, (905)426- 1052 LPs to CDs Movies to DVDs Call Joanne 905-666-4340 LUIGI'S FURNITURE celebrates Christmas with a huge clearance sales. Why wait for boxing day for savings we offer now! Palliser leather is at the lowest prices of the season. Simmons mattress sets from $449/set. Twelve years later, still offering spring mattress- es from $89. Ten different styles of futons, always in stock, starting at $165. Reduced prices on all our floor models, recliner sofas, chairs, sectionals, all leather sofas, fu- tons, wing chairs, bunk beds, bed- room suites, etc. Bean bags are back. Most popular "gift" in store. Luigi still offers the best quality at the lowest price. We also meet or beat all prices. Luigi's Furniture, 500 King St. West, Oshawa (905) 436-0860. (Still across from Sears, Oshawa Centre. MOVING SALE - 7 pc. pecan din- ing room set, $l,500. 6 pc. black lacquer bedroom $1,200. Both like new. Beige sofa and love $200. Glass dinette $100., sofa $100., plus more. Telephone (905)263- 8024 MOVING SALE, Wrought iron can- opy bed, with 5 piece bedroom set, $2,000; Children's set also. Sofa bed. Everything like new. (905)665-7756 or (905)431-7794 NEW DANBY APT sized freezers $199. New Danby bar fridges, $139/up. Also, variety of new ap- pliances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Recondi- tioned fridges $195/up, recondi- tioned ranges $125/up, recondi- tioned dryers $125/up, recondi- tioned washers $199/up, new and reconditioned coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New brand name fridges $480/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 reconditioned appli- ances. Call us today, Stephen- son's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts.154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 NORWEGION BLUE FOX COAT, 14-16, $1,000 OBO. Trombone, Jupiter model 132 with hard. case, nearly new $400. (905)571-7342 ONTARIO BEEF - grain fed, gov't. inspected, cut to your satisfaction. Order by split sides, 200-250 lbs. @ $1.83 lb. cut & wrapped. 705- 432-3031. PIANO SALE -digitals from $995. Keyboards from $199. Save 10% on all floor models. For more info. call 905-720-4948 or visit: www.alexandrovkeyboards.com PIANO Technician available for tuning, repairs, & pre-purchase consultation on all makes and models of acoustic pianos. Re- conditioned Heintzman, Yamaha, Mason & Risch, & other grand or upright pianos for sale. Gift Certifi- cates available. Call Barb at 905- 427-7631 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com. Visa, MC, Amex VENDORS Wanted at the Courtice Flea Market. 5,000 - 6,000 people per weekend. Rents start $245 per month for indoor space. Ask us about our specials. Located 2 min. North of 401 between Oshawa and Bowmanville. Call (905)436-1024 RAPTORS & MAPLE LEAF tickets for sale. Will also purchase. (905)626-5568 PIANOS & CLOCKS -ALL FLOOR STOCK CURRENTLY ON SALE - Roland digital pianos, Samick pia- nos, also sale on Howard Miller clocks. Large selection of used pianos (Yamaha, Kawai, Heintz- mann, etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental pay- ments apply. Call TELEP PIANO (905)433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! POINT OF SALE printer-new $250; Maytag washer & dryer 8 years $450/pr; stairmaster - type equipment like-new $125.00 (905)831-3663 POOL TABLES - 8' and 9' slate billiard tables, Foosball/Jettoni ta- ble and table hockey for sale. Call (905)420-6113 QUALITY FUNITURE,kitchen, dining and bedroom sets, tables, leather furniture, fish tank & more! Call (905)723-9073 (Whitby) QUEEN 5-pc bedroom in black 2-yr $1400; oak pedestal table 4 chairs $300; girl's white 6pc double bedroom $500; sofa & chair 3-yr $550; fridge $200; stove $150. 905 -260-1236 READY TO PAINT CERAMIC Bisque. Large, unique variety. Christmas, garden, animals. 905- 473-2024 or dianne@ceramic.ca RENT TO OWN - New and recon- ditioned appliances, and new TV's. Full warranty. Paddy's Market, 905 -263-8369 or 1-800-798-5502. SPA & HOT TUB COVERS - best quality, best prices, all colours, all sizes, large variety available. De- livery included. Central Ontario Hot Tubs, call Paul 905-259-4514 or 416-873-9141 STOP! CIRCLE! CALL!5 pc solid oak kitchen set. 4 chairs, pedestal table. Paid $1200, asking $500 o.b.o.Call 905-697-8850 snp CASH PAID for plastic car models. Built or still in the box. 905-435- 0747. WANTED - honest reliable TOY WHOLESALER for small business based in Ajax. Call (905)427-6566 WANTED - Looking for used six string acoustic guitar, Gibson or Martin. Please call Troy 905-435- 9960. WANTED - Parrott, prefer African grey or cockatoo. Call 905-434- 0392. WANTED:bedroom sets, dining- room sets, livingroom furniture and oak or maple kitchen sets. (905)260-1236 COMPUTER Troubleshooter- Specializing in building, upgrading and repairing all computers. Your location or mine. Very competitive rates. For a free estimate call Gilles at 905-242-6577 2 SEAL point & 1 flame point Him- alayan kittens, Ready for Christ- mas! first shots, raised with kids. 905-434-7184. BLACK & YELLOW Lab puppies for sale, CKC registered, first shots, dew claws & dewormed. Ready to go. $800. Call (705)738- 6883 GERMAN SHEPHERDS,our great -grand pups have arrived. Lots of black, vet checked, first shots, de- wormed, ready to go. Parents here to view. Call Karey (905)623- 9845 JACK RUSSELL CROSS pup- pies, vet-checked, 1st shots, ready -to-go. Only males left. $350. Call 705-786-0940 LOVING HOME WANTED - for a 1 1/2 yr. old border collie/lab cross. Ve ry handsome, good guard dog, needs room to run. Moving to an apartment. Please call 905-623- 4676. LOVING homes needed for adult cats. Many young and mature cats (spayed or neutered, fully vacci- nated) looking for homes. Kittens with lst booster sometimes avail- able. Many medium to larger breeds of dogs also for adoption. Pet supplies (especially cat food and litter) and donations always welcomed. Foster homes for medi- um to large dogs as well as timid cats needed. Please call Durham Animal Adoption (905) 438-8411 PUPPIES,Samoyed, Saint Ber- nard, Schnauzer, Yorkies, Shitzu, Minpin, Poodle & Poodle X's, Shelties, Doberman, Golden Re- treivers, Chocolate Lab, Goldie Poos. (ALSO Lasa-apoos, Britnui Spaniels, Terri-poos, Jack Rus- sell's, German Sheppards & Ger- man Pointers $250 each). Collie- X's, Sheppard-X's $175 each. Kit- tens, Himalayan's & Persians. 905- 831-2145. Grooming Services avail. PUREBRED Lasso Apso Puppies for sale, $400.00. Call 905-987- 4717, leave a message. UMBRELLA COCKATOO with cage for sale. Very friendly. Asking $1600. Call (905)987-1871. 1981 MERCEDES 280, German model, body in excellent condition, $1200 obo. Call (905)666-4028. 1984 OLDSMOBILE DELTA 88, great winter beater. No more emis- sions after Jan. 1st. $500 obo. Af- ter 6 p.m. 905-436-6313. 1988 BUICK CENTURY LTD., 2.8 litre, v-6, a/c, power windows and locks, cruise. Very clean interior. $l,500 certified and e-tested. Call 905-686-7277. 1988 OLDS CIERA - low mileage, 93kms., new brakes and tires, ex- cellent condition. $1750 obo. Call 905-435-0273. 1990 FORD THUNDERBIRD LX Fully loaded. JBL Audio System. White with black leather interior. 197,000-km. New tires. e-tested, will certify. Asking $2700. 905-259- 5425 1990 MAZDA 323,297,000km, standard 5-speed, good winter car, as is, $700. 905-426-0631 1990 MERCURY Grand Marquis fully loaded. 184,000-km, passed emission test Nov 2003. Good working order. $1500-obo. as is. (905)839-6838 1992 PLYMOUTH ACCLAIM,au- to, runs great, one owner, lady driven. $2,000 negotiable. 905-623 -6767. 1993 Buick LeSabre, loaded and mint . 127,000 klms., $4995. Cert & E-tested. (905)986-4445 1993 PONTIAC SUNBIRD LE, 2-dr. 4-cyl. auto Teal with grey in- terior, excellent condition, 178,000 -kms. runs great, certified and emission tested, asking $2995. (905)571-5138 1995 MUSTANG LX,white, V6, auto, air, Sony CD & AM/FM ster- eo, new tires, certified and e-test- ed. Excellent condition. Shows pride of ownership. $4,200. Call 905-619-8082 to view. 1996 FORD ESCORT - 2 dr., 5 speed, excellent condition, certi- fied and e-tested. CD player/ $4,500. (905) 852-6431 1997 2 dr. Cavalier, auto, over- drive, AC, CD player, 67,000 $5,200. Cert., E-tested. call Ja- son.(905)438-9367. Must sell. 1997 CHEV CAVALIER,z24, au- to, 2 dr., 2.4, 123k., black, air, am- fm stereo, cd, power windows, sunroof, locks, mirrors, cruise, abs, excellent, certified, e-tested, $6,895. (905)430-1106 1998 SATURN SL1,great car, green, 4 cyl., 4 dr., auto, 80,000 kil., a/c, disc player, new tires/brakes, e-tested, must sell. $6,800.Telephone (905)723-8103 1999 CHEV CAVALIER 2.2-L, 4-door, tilt, cruise, a/c, pulse wip- ers, p/w,p/b,p/l, stereo cassette, excellent condition, 159,000-k. will certify & e-test, asking $5900. (905)623-0755 2000 Sunfire,4 dr. auto, air, low klmss, $6995. cert & E-tested. (905)986-4445 2000 VOLKSWAGON JETTA Sil- ver, 2-litre, 4-cylinder, auto, air, cd/cassette, power windows, heat- ed seats/mirrors, cruise, alarm, keyless, and alloys. Asking $16,000. 905-831-6177. 2001 GRAND AM red, 2 door, 5-speed, 4 cylinder, 32,700 km. Asking $14,000. Phone 905-697- 1737. 2002 HONDA CIVIC, 5 speed, 2 door, blue, take over lease, $290 a month. 905-372-8854 2002 NISSAN Sentra GXE Take over lease payments for 25 months @ $265/month Excellent condition 905-655-6315. 98 ALTIMA GXE, black, 5 speed, 89klms., new tires /brakes, CD, air, power package, $10,800 OBO. call (905)430-6473. 98 SUNFIRE well-maintained, no rust, power-steering, anti-lock brakes (new 2003), tilt wheel, trunk release, e-tested/certified. 98,000- k. $6,800. (905)728-4772. Lady driven (reason for sale, bought new) ABOUT TO PURCHASE a pre- owned car or truck? We have qual- ity vehicles like a 2000 Focus SE sedan starting from as little as $228/month. Taxes incl. No down payment necessary OAC. 2000 Windstars starting at $269/month. We welcome people who are cred- it challenged. We are committed to get you driving today! Royal Woods Ford Lincoln, 3260 Hwy #7, Pickering. (905)686-2300 or toll free 1-888-769-2502 or check us out at www.royalwoods ford.com SALES LIMITED ● Bad Credit ● Even Bankrupt Credit ● But need a car? Phone Mel Today 905-576-1800 All applicants accepted Downpayment or trade may be required. ●APR from 9.9% ● eg. Car $10,000 ● APR 19% ● Payment $322.78/mo ● 48 months ●C.O.B.$4698.09 Rates vary depend on credit history NEED SPECIAL FINANCING? DRIVE TODAYA NEW 2004 OR USED 95 OR NEWER VEHICLE CALL 24 HR. CREDIT HOTLINE 1-800-296-7107 (905) 683-5358 CALL BRIDGET BANKRUPTCY NEW IMMIGRANT REFUGEE NO CREDIT GOOD CREDIT SAVE-$$$Cars from $1,899 and up. Best prices in town, no rea- sonable offers refused, Certified & E-tested, (Kelly & Sons since 1976) 905-683-7301 or 905-424- 9002. WE FINANCE EVERYONE First time buyers, bankrupt, bad credit, no credit. You work? You drive? Lots of choices. Down or Tr ade may be required. SPECIAL FINANCE DEPARTMENT SHERIDAN CHEV 905-706-8498 JOHNNY JUNKER. Tops all for good cars and trucks or free re- moval for scrap. Speedy service. (905)655-4609 1995 JIMMY 4x4, 4 door, loaded, cert & E-tested, $7695.00 (905)986-4445 1997 FORD EXPLORER LTD., black, fully loaded, V8, 154klms., excellent condition. Asking $12,000. Call (905)404-2605. 1989 DODGE CARAVAN,2.5 tur- bo, auto, ps, pb, 126K, everything works.Safety & e-tested. $1495. obo. 905-985-8039 1993 FORD AEROSTAR,good condition, 242,000kms, as is $1000 obo. Call (905)683-4422 1996 PLYMOUTH Voyager, very clean and well maintained, all highway klms., priced to sell $4,000 firm. Please call (905)720- 4605. DOORS "R" US GARAGE DOORS, OPENERS, (We install), FIX BROKEN SPRINGS, CABLES, ROLLERS. Sales Service & Repairs 905-837-0949 GUARDIAN ANGEL HEATING 24Hour Service Expert Repairs to all makes & models Professional installations A Company you can trust (905)428-0402 416-305-2957 Former Consumers Gas Inspector Home Improvements Basements, Doors Crown Molding, Flooring, Kitchens, Bathrooms, Licensed References. Call Ed (905)686-4384 or cell (416)837-4502 HOMEPRO RENOVATION Licensed and Insured High quality Windows and Doors at reasonable Prices Call you Windows and Doors Experts at 905-837-7576 416-895-1764 REAL HANDYMAN Small Job Specialist Garbage Removal Plumbing, Electrical, Painting, Drywall etc Call Joseph cell - 905-626-6247 pgr- 416-530-8481 WORKSCAPE RESIDENTIAL SERVICES Christmas Lights & Decorations Installed Year round home services 1-866-545-2442 ALL PRO PAINTING AND WALLPAPERING Repair & Stucco ceilings Decorative finishes & General repairs 20% off for seniors (905)404-9669 PAINTING & PAPERHANGING ✦Reasonable Rates ✦ ✦Interior & Exterior ✦ Serving Oshawa & surrounding areas for 30 years ☎ 905-725-9884 ☎ TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service (905)428-0081 THE HONEST MOVER Professional Service Licensed - Insured Local - Long Distance Small - Large Moves Rubbish Removal (905) 665-0448 (905) 666-4868 MOUNTAIN MOVING SYSTEMS We will move anything, any- where, anytime. Commer- cial or residential . Packag- ing, storage and boxes available. Senior and mid month discounts. Free esti- mates. (905) 571-0755 A/P PAGE 44 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 www.durhamregion.com OUELLETTE, Florence At St. Joseph's Health Centre in London, on Thursday, November 27, 2003, in her 87th year. Beloved wife of the late Guy. Mother of Sandra Greener and her husband Robert, and Susan Windsor and her husband Gary. Grand- mother of Laurie and her husband Steve, Tim and Jason. Great grandmother of Clint, Mitch, Trent and Maddison. The family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME,28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) (905)428-8488 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9pm Sunday. Funeral service to be held in the chapel on Monday, December 1, 2003 at 11am. Cremation. NELLIE STELL In loving memory of a dear wife, mother and grandmother who passed away November 27, 1999 Many a day her name is spoken, And many an hour she is in our thoughts, A link in our family chain is broken, She has gone from our home But not from our hearts. "Forever in our thoughts" Bruce David & Danielle Tracy & Justin Grandchildren - Chloe & Isaac ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ McGee Moving The Mover You C an Trust Commercial & Residential Large or small move Hourly or Flat rate Packing material available Seniors discount 905-666-9678 905-426-0202 FREE ESTIMATES SEWING MACHINE SERVICE & INSTRUCTION in your home. (905)472-2958 FRIENDS and lovers dating ser- vice! Now with chat line! Durham's Own! Sometimes love is just not enough. Listen to the voice ads free. Women free to meet men. (905) 683-1110 OSHAWA OCEAN SPA Open Dec. 2nd A relaxing vacation waiting 4 U! 1019 Nelson St., 2nd floor. 905-433-8883 Open 11 a.m. Spend some time in paradise! PICKERING ANGELS ✰ ✰ ✰ ✰ ✰ Relaxing Massage VIP Rooms and Jacuzzi 905 Dillingham Rd. Unit # 3 (905)420-0320 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003, PAGE 45 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com WorkforceWorkforce CAREER FAIR & JOB EXPO The solution for your hiring problems. Find the right people for the job! Wednesday, January 21, 2004 Holiday Inn, 1011 Bloor St, E., Oshawa Public Welcome 1:00 - 7:00 p.m. Register Your Company, Call Today! Tel : 905-576-9335 or 905-683-0707 Toronto: (416) 798-7259 Fax: 905-579-4218 As soon as you have confirmed your space, your business name will automatically appear on all promos. On Bus Route - Free Parking - Free Admission Friday, January 16, 2004 Special Newspaper Publication PRESENTS Please read your classified ad on the first day of publica- tion as we cannot be responsible for more than one insertion in the event of an error. CHRISMOOSE CAPER CHRISMOOSE CAPER CHRISMOOSE CAPER Feature appearing Friday, December 12, 2003. In Ajax, Clarington, Oshawa, Pickering, Port Perry and Whitby. We ar e asking both the corporate and retail sectors in our area to join us in sending “Chrismoose” teddy b ears to those in need in our area through our organizations, such as Durham Regional Police Food and Toy Drive, Denise House. The Cost of your involvement will be Only $99 1) Your company name, logo, telephone number, etc. will be included on the Chrismoose Caper page. 2) One “Chrismoose Caper” Cuddly Plush Moose” with a tag identifying your company so the recipient will know who the Chrismoose came from. 14” Tall Call Inside Sales Oshawa 905-579-4400 Ajax 905-683-0707 plus GST Location, location, loca- tion. That’s the key to suc- cess of any business. Well think about this. Your business could be on the busiest street in Durham and you won’t have to move from where you are right now. The street to be on is 411durhamregion.com where the traffic is always busy and customers are looking in your direction. Every month our web- site durhamregion.com gets more than 85,000 visits and one million page views so your business is just a click away from this con- stantly growing traffic. Right now your busi- ness listing should be on 411durhamregion.com.If it isn’t among the 12,000 in our directory then please let us know. Also make sure if it is listed that we have your latest informa- tion. But a listing is like being on the side road of the main street. What you’ll want is our premium list- ing which for a low price of less than $1 a day you can have a 200 word feature story and two colour pho- tographs as well as your hours of operation, map directions, menus, e-flyers, video, a link to your web- site and email and more. See for yourself by logging on to www.durhamregion.com and check out our “Hot Businesses” list where you can be featured too. “Durhamregion.com has seen tremendous growth in traffic and the average visitor spends almost 10 minutes viewing our site each time,” says Todd Blayone. “Manager of Web Publishing and E- Business for the Durham Region Media Group.”We are predicting more than 12 million page views in 2004 with an average of 30 views for each visitor.” As a way to promote your business the World Wide Web is the place to be. In an ever increasing com- petitive climate in the glob- al economy the internet offers your products beyond the borders of Durham Region. “Our premium 411 cus- tomers tell us that their traf- fic has increased since being featured as one of our “Hot Businesses”, says Steve Adams, On-Line Sales Specialist. “It’s a great opportunity to be seen by many new customers.” For those interested in being one of our premium customers contact Steve at (905) 579-4400 ext 2257 or Adriana Morra, Directory Sales ext. 2386 “Your Local Business Directory” Business In The Fast Lane Is Just A Click Away ADVERTISING FEATURE A/P PAGE 46 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 www.durhamregion.com The free flu shot. The smart thing to do. We have all seen how serious infectious diseases can be. But influenza, commonly known as the flu, is an infectious disease we can beat. Just get your free flu shot. It does more than protect you: it helps protect everyone around you, including people who are at high risk if they catch the flu. Getting your free flu shot has never been easier. Ask your doctor, local pharmacist, your employer or call for a clinic near you. 1-866-FLU-’N-YOU TTY 1-800-387-5559 www.health.gov.on.ca FighttheBite!Let’s Beat the Flu! SPECIALSALE Carrier of The Week If you did not receive your News Advertiser/flyers OR you are interested in a paper route call Circulation at (905) 683-5117. Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 - 7:30 Sat. 9 - 4:30, Sun. 10 - 1 Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. For information on delivering your advertising flyers, call DUNCAN FLETCHER at 683-5110. IN TODAY’S News Advertiser ADVERTISING FLYERS BARGAINS Sunday November 30, 2003 News Advertiser Walmart, 270 Kingston Rd. E., Ajax Walmart, 1899 Brock Rd. N., Pick. 135 Kingston Rd., Ajax 222 Bayly St. W., Ajax 1360 Kingston Rd., Pick. * Delivered to selected households only Jennifer Sunday’s carrier of the week is Jennifer. She enjoys crafts and playing tennis. She will receive a dinner for 4 voucher compliments of McDonald’s. Congratulations Jennifer for being our Carrier of the Week. * Bell Mobility (Door Hanger) Ajax * Court AT Brooklin Retirement Residence Ajax/Pick. * Curry’s Ajax * East Of The City Ajax/Pick. * Fairport Guardian Drugs Pick. * Glenanna Guardian Drugs Pick. * H.D.C. Mechanical Pick. * News Advertiser Prospecting Ajax/Pick. * Pickering Waste Management Pick. * Princess Auto Ajax/Pick. * The Bay Ajax/Pick. * Westney Gaurdian Drugs Ajax Your Carrier will be around to collect an optional delivery charge of $ 6.00 between Nov. 19 - Nov. 23/03 information you need about today’s people management issues. human resources SPECIAL HUMAN RESOURCES SUPPLEMENT HR Workatat BOOKING AND MATERIAL DEADLINE: Thursday, December 11th, 2003 DISTRIBUTION: January/February 2004 Promotional Supplement to the • Brampton Business Times • Durham Business Times • Halton Business Times • Huronia Business Times • Mississauga Business Times • Northumberland Business Times • Toronto Business Times • York Region Business Times Metroland Printing, Publishing and Distributing Ltd. www.metroland.com To book your ad or for more information contact Rose Scapin, Corporate Sales at rscapin@metroland.com 416-493-1300 ext. 335 Target 15 3,000 Businesses in So ut h Central Ontario Foot b all Dolphins hold AGM, banquet DDUURRHHAAMM — The Ajax-Pickering Dolphins will end a successful 2003 season with its annual general meet- ing and banquet next month. This year — the club’s 30th an- niversary season — was definitely one of accomplishment for the club’s tyke, atom and peewee teams. The tykes capped an undefeated season by winning the Central Ontario Minor Football League (COMFL) championship. The peewees also captured the COMFL title. The atoms were league finalists. The club’s AGM is slated for the Pickering Recreation Complex’s O’Brien Room on Tuesday, Dec. 2 at 7:30 p.m. Positions are available for next season for those interested. Meanwhile, the club’s banquet is on Feb. 1, 2004, for the tyke, atom and peewee players and family mem- bers. Tickets are $15 apiece and will not be sold at the door. Deadline for ticket sales is Jan. 15, 2004. For information, call the Ajax- Pickering Dolphins’ hotline at 905- 619-9180. The Pickering Recreation Complex is at 1867 Valley Farm Rd. DURHAM REGIONAL POLICE Drop off a new unwrapped toy or food item at any police station, the Oshawa, Whitby, Clarington or Ajax fire halls, or set up your own Christmas drop box. Volunteers of the Food & Toy Drive will pick up your donations and deliver them to charitable agencies for distribution throughout the Durham Region. Cash donations will be accepted at any police station or at the Drop off Centre. Please Help make Please Help make wishes come tru e wishes come true fo r people in the for people in the Durham Region . Durham Region . From the members of From the members of the Durham Regional the Durham Regional Police Services Police Services 15th Annual December 1-23,2003 Tel ephone 905-436-9033 Please Help Us Help Your Community Drop off entrance , 1910 Kingston Rd. Picke r i ng, Ont. corn er of Brock St. & Kingston Rd. 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Specializing in “Personal Service” All our beef is aged and cut from Canada Grade “AA” and “AAA” 905-427-4202 1885 Clements Rd. • Unit 237 • Pickering Quality Meats • Wholesale Price BRUCE BISSELL BUICK PONTIAC LTD. PROUD TO SUPPORT THE EFFORTS OF DURHAM REGIONAL POLICE Bus. 905-683-6561 Fax: 905-683-8705 SALES • LEASING • SERVICE COLLISION REPAIRS www.bissellbuick.com 97 Church St., Ajax 905-428-8785 1-888-845-4424 From our family to yours, From our family to yours, have a sa fe and happ y holiday have a sa fe and happ y holiday Sun-Wed 5:00pm to close (see your server for details) 95 Kingston Rd. Ajax (East of Harwood Ave.) 905-426-6860 You r Family Restaurant KIDS EAT FREE KIDS EAT FREE Family Dining Fully Licenced www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 PAGE 47 A/P 19 HARWOOD AVE. AJAX (North of 401) 905-683-5358 CHRYSLER • DODGE • JEEP “THINKING LIKE A CUSTOMER” 401 SERVICE HOURS: MON. - THURS. 7-MIDNIGHT FRI. 7-6, SATURDAY 8-4 OSHAWA ILLAGE CHRYSLER HWY. #401 VILLAGE PLYMOUTH CHRYSLER TORONTO HWY. #2 HARWOOD FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STAR FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STARLAKERIDGEWESTNEYBROCK RD.FIVE STAR CHRYSLER UP TO $1,000 KINGSTON RD. ILLAGE CHRYSLER 1-800-296-7107 Some downpayment may be required. Interest rate varies from 0% - 24.95% Bad No Credit Slow Credit Collections Repossession Bankruptcy YOU’RE APPROVED! V 1997 HONDA ACCORD LX a month for 60 months with $1,895 down payment or equivalent trade. Plus $850 freight. THE BEST PROTECTION WE’VE EVER OFFERED ON ALL 2003 AND 2004 MODELS. 7 YEARS OR 115,000 KM POWERTRAIN WARRANTY. PLUS 24 HOUR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE. GM, FORD, HONDA AND TOYOTA DON’T MATCH IT. F U L L Y T RANSFERABLEFULLYTRANSFERABLE All previous ad specials expired. + Downpayment may vary with credit severity. Approval conditions may vary according to credit severity. Finance payments based on 48/60/72/84 mo. with $2,900 down or equivalent & trade at 7.9% int. Fin. eg:. $10,000 @ 7.9% = $141.60 mo. for 60 mo. COB $1,496 total obligation $11,496. OAC. Plus lic., taxes & admin *plus frt. & air tax (Dealer discounts applied). • Short term lease vehicles or daily rental buybacks. 0% financing or $6,000 Dealer Discount available on selected new vehicles. If dealer discount chosen, effective interest rate could range 0% to 10%. OAC. All prices plus licence, taxes and admin. +On selected new cars. †On selected new 2002 vehicles. † These are limited time offers which may not be combined with any other offer except Graduate. Rebate applies to retail deliveries on most new in-stock 2003 vehicles. ††Purchase/lease OAC Chrysler Financial Canada, 81,600 km annual allowance, 15¢ km on overage. ** Cash purchase price & lease price exclude freight, lic., insurance, taxes, registration & admin. * 0% purchase financing up to 72 months on 2003 Caravans. Example: $30,000 @ 0% APR/72 month term, monthly payment is $416.66 Cost of borrowing is $0. •Caravans, Grand Caravans, Durangos. See us for details. •$3,000 rebate applied. ††48 mo. lease, $3,000 down. 4 dr., auto, air, power steering, power brakes, AM/FM cass. 158,576 km. Stk. #P7464A. $$49.8949.89Sale /48 mo. wk. 2004 PACIFICA Surround sound, p. sunroof, navigation system, pwr. liftgate, 17” alum. wheels, rear seat video system & more. Stk. #A6268. $$154.00154.00Sale /84 mo. wk. Sale /84 mo. wk. 2001 RAM 1500 QUAD CAB 4X4 5.2L V8, auto, ABS, H/D service, anti spin axle, p.w., pdl., keyless, air, O.W.L. on/off road tires, chrome wheels & more. Only 42,000 km. Stk. #V7725. $$96.7196.71Sale /72 mo. wk. 2003 CONCORD LXi 4 DR. 3.5L V6, ABS, auto, leather seats, security alarm, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, AM/FM/CD, audio controls, alum. wheels & more. Stk. #P7680. $$71.6171.61Sale /84 mo. wk. 2001 RAM 1500 PICKUP 5.2L V8, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, air, two tone paint, AM/FM cass. & more. Stk. #T5974A. $$68.5868.58Sale /72 mo. wk. 2003 RAM 1500 QUAD CAB 4X4 4.7L, auto, p.w., pdl., p.s., p.m., AM/FM/CD, air, tilt, cruise, premium seating, box liner, keyless, trailer tow, ABS, anti-spin axle & more. Only 15,500 km. Stk. #T6335A. $$99.7999.79Sale /84 mo. wk. 2003 GRAND CARAVAN SPORT Only 100 km. Chrysler Company display van. 3.3L V6, auto, 7 pass., w/quad & child seats, p.w., pdl., air, security alarm, AM/FM/CD, tilt, cruise, rear air, keyless & more. Stk. #P7681. $$82.3182.31/84 mo.Sale wk. 2000 DAKOTA C/C 4X4 3.9L V6, auto, air, sport plus group, AM/FM cass., alum. wheels & more. 1 owner. Stk. #V7657. $$57.3457.34/84 mo. wk.Sale DRIVEDRIVE HOME AHOME A WINNER SALESWINNER SALES EVENTEVENT • “Peace of Mind with DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc. backed warranty” • “Roadside Assistance” • “Quality Reconditioning” • “Nationwide Service” 2004 SEBRING LX Power seat, keyless, CD 6-disc, 4 spd. auto, 2.7L V6 DOHC 24 valve, sunroof, 16” wheels & more. Stk. #S6095. $$61.9161.91Sale /84 mo. wk. 1997 CHRYSLER SEBRING 2 dr., 2.5L V6, auto, AM/FM/CD cass., pwr. sunroof, anti-lock brakes, leather, air, loaded. Stk. #J6375A. $$34.0634.06Sale /48 mo. wk. 2003 PT CRUISER Air, p. mirrors/windows, keyless, 16” chrome wheels, heated seats, 4 spd. auto & more. Stk. #PT5825. $$75.7775.77Sale /84 mo. wk. V 2004 INTREPID SE 4 DR. 22C package, 4 spd. auto, 2.7L V6 DOHC 24 valve and more. Stk. #R6307. $$60.3260.32Sale /84 mo. wk.* BRAND NEW 2003 JEEP TJ SPORT Rocky mountain edition group, air, 4.0L power tech 1-6 & more. Stk. #J6237. $$76.9176.91Sale /84 mo. wk.* BRAND NEW * BRAND NEW * BRAND NEW * BRAND NEW UP TO NO PAYMENTS FOR 90 DAYS PLUS Leather, trailer tow group, 5 spd. auto, 4.7L Power Tech HO V8, adjustable pedal w/memory & much more. Stk. #J6131. $$150.86150.86 * Sale /84 mo. wk. 2004 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE $$165.66165.66 * All new rear wheel, 3.2L V6, SOHC engine, 5 speed, auto stick, loaded. 2 to choose from. Stk. #C6637A. BRAND NEW 2004 GR. CHEROKEE OVERLAND BRAND NEW 20042004 2020 YEARSYEARS LEADERSHIPLEADERSHIP DODGE CARAVANDODGE CARAVAN ANNIVERSARY EDITION ANNIVERSARY EDITION $22,588 Cash Purchase* for 48 MONTHS 48 MONTHS0% purchase financing** for or choose purchase financing** for0% Choose NO-CHARGE Anniversary Edition Appearance Package DVD Systemor 2001 DODGE RAM 1500 5.2L V8, auto, p.s., pdl., H/D service, anti spin axle, AM/FM cass., alum. wheels, tilt, cruise, & more. Only 23,000 km. Stk. #V7647. $$68.0468.04Sale /84 mo. wk. 2003 PT CRUISER 28E package, power group, cruise, 16” wheels, p.w., pdl., keyless, auto & more. Stk. #PT5959. $$60.9860.98Sale /84 mo. wk.* BRAND NEW 2003 RAM 1500 QUAD CAB 4X4 4.7L, auto, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, air, two tone paint, AM/FM/CD cass., 20” chrome wheels, Infinity speakers, anti-spin axle & more. Only 22,000 km. Stk. #V7536. $$103.72103.72Sale /84 mo. wk. 2004 SEBRING LX 4 DR. Touring edition group, 4 spd. auto, 2.7L V6 DOHC 24 valve & more. Stk. #S6291. $$73.0073.00Sale /84 mo. wk.* BRAND NEW 2003 DURANGO SLT 4X4 $$93.0193.01/84 mo.Sale 4.7L V8, auto, air, skid plate grp., ABS, Elect. Shift-on-the-Fly, Anti-spin axle, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, & more. Stk. #P7686. wk. A/P PAGE 48 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, November 30, 2003 www.durhamregion.com