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ThisWeekend Tour nuclear plant’s waste management facility Saturday PICKERING –– The commu- nity can take a tour and learn about Ontario Power Genera- tion’s Pickering Waste Manage- ment Facility this weekend. Visitors will get a first-hand look at how the Pickering Waste Management Facility operates and learn about Ontario Power Generation’s nuclear waste man- agement program and plans. Buses will take guests meet- ing at the Pickering Information Centre for a 45-minute walking tour of the site. The tours begin at 10 a.m. and run until mid-after- noon on Saturday, Jan. 27. A free picnic lunch will be served. For more information or to re- serve a space, call 837-7272. 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According to Gil Paterson, Pickering, like many municipali- ties across the province, won’t be in a position to approve its 2001 operating budget until at least the end of May or early June due to the Province’s new taxation poli- cies. And, that delay could create a host of problems for Pickering, which approved last year’s bud- get in early March. “The biggest difficulty I be- lieve will be in regards to any capital expenditures or projects the City will be wanting to under- take in 2001,” Mr. Paterson said in an interview Tuesday, noting if council doesn’t address the capi- tal budget prior to June, the City will be halfway through the year and still be facing a list of pro- jects that should have been start- ed in the spring. “There are a great variety (of capital projects that must be con- sidered this year),” Mr. Paterson says, noting it’s “a little prema- ture to identify any...there are a lot of demands on the capital budget this year, more than any other year in recent memory.” The reason for that, he says, is due to what he refers to as “catch up” because the City has deferred projects “in previous years to keep taxes down. “Maybe this is the year we have to face a few of those things,” he says, noting he be- lieves this could also be the year councillors have to implement a tax increase. “The City has only increased taxes twice in the past decade, once in the early 1990s to support Drug squad doubled Durham police unit to grow from six to 12 officers BY STEPHEN SHAW Staff Writer The Durham Regional Police drug squad, the smallest in the Greater Toronto Area, is being doubled in size after years of being understaffed in comparison to other regional forces. Under the 2001 budget, which still needs final approval from Durham Regional Council, the unit will go from six to 12 front- line officers, with a second sergeant added by the end of the year, Chief Kevin McAlpine said Tuesday. Sergeant Jack Dancey, a 24- year veteran officer and head of the squad for 10 years, said the in- crease in resources comes as wel- come news. He said current mem- bers of the squad “just can’t keep up” with the pace of reports. “Each officer was carrying an average of 100 files, actually 97.3 See POLICE page 5 See PICKERING page 2 BLACK DOG PUB (416) 286-4544 www.blackdogpub.com 180 0 FINE RESTAURANT (416) 281-2180 www.180finedining.com Two Great Places! a fire hall and again in 1998 to accommo- date some of the provincial downloading,” Mr. Paterson says. “You can’t operate in an expanding en- vironment with inflation and continue to keep taxes down,” he adds. “This is the year I believe council is going to have to seriously consider an in- crease.” But, he says it’s too soon to know what kind of an increase may be necessary. “It’s not going to be an easy year,” he says. However, despite the anticipated budget delays, Mr. Paterson says the City will continue to operate smoothly. “Council has given me approval to pay bills through to the end of June,” he says, adding, “We can carry on with normal op- erations.” Mr. Paterson reports the interim tax bills, which are sent out prior to budget ap- proval each year, will likely be due in late February and again in late April. “We’re optimistic they will be going out as usual,” he reports, noting “there is a possibility (the final bills for taxes in June and September) could be delayed...it’s a little early to say.” Mr. Paterson adds a delay in sending out the tax bills is the “worst case” sce- nario for the City, as it would have an “ad- verse” impact on the municipality’s tax collection. “It would certainly hurt our cash flow,” he says, adding staff and councillors will be meeting in the coming weeks to review the draft budgets and the proposed timetable. “At the moment (the budget delay) is a delay nobody needs, but one we cannot seem to avoid,” he says. Pickering faces tough budget task: Paterson Please recycle!P PAGE 2 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001 Fax it Ajax and Pickering News Advertiser General 683-7363 PICKERING ––February 26 and April 26 are the proposed due dates for the City’s interim tax instalments. Pickering’s executive committee ap- proved a motion Monday setting the two deadlines for the payment of the interim tax levy. “Each year prior to the adoption of the estimates for the year, Council authorizes the adoption of an interim levy,” states a staff report, noting “in previous years the interim levy was calculated by multiplying the tax rate by 50 per cent and this value was then multiplied by the current as- sessed value of the property.” However, under new provincial legisla- tion, the 2001 interim tax levy will be cal- culated by multiplying the 2000 taxes levied on the property by 50 per cent. The recent provincewide reassessment is not being taken into consideration when calculating the interim taxes payable, the report notes, adding the impact of the as- sessment changes is being postponed to the final 2001 tax bill. The recommendation for the tax instal- ments will go to council for consideration Monday. PICKERING from page 1 Tax bills likely due Feb. 26, April 26 MANUFACTURERS GOOFS Cosmetically blemished sewing machines Due to an error in colouring on front, Singer Sewing Machine Company has just released for sale to the public a limited number of new DELUXE HEAVY DUTY FREE ARM, SINGER, ZIG ZAG SEWING MACHINES. No tension adjustment needed, and sews on all fabrics: denim, canvas, upholstery, nylon, stretch, vinyl, silk, EVEN SEWS ON LEATHER! No attachments needed for buttonholes (any size), monograms, hems. Sews on buttons, satin stitches, overcasts, darns, appliqués, 20 stitch functions. 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BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer Durham’s public school board has responded to a set of demands issued by the Durham Coalition for Extracur- ricular Activities. The local group, made up of parents and students, was formed after a Sept. 22 student walkout in Whitby over the lack of after-school activities, which led to suspensions of roughly 200 stu- dents who left classes to protest. At a meeting with board officials roughly three months ago, DCECA vice-president Jennifer Thomson set certain conditions before the board and the group could work together on bringing back activities. They included a statement supporting the return of teacher-led extracurriculars, and an apology for the events surrounding the walkout, in which some students claimed they were prevented by school staff from taking part and confined to classrooms. While many of DCECA’s requests were honoured, trustees stopped short of an apology. DCECA spokesman Charlene Westbrook on Tuesday said she had not seen the statement. And, DCECA has determined the board is “basically powerless” to resolve the issue any- way, she added. One paragraph in the statement sparked debate amongst trustees. It reads that the withdrawal of activities is an issue that has to be solved at the provincial level “since it is unrealistic to assume that a local school board can solve it on a long-term basis.” “I could not disagree with that more,” said Pickering Trustee Paul Crawford. “This problem is going to be solved on a local basis.” He recommended that committees be struck at every school to try and re- solve the issue. “All we’re going to do with this statement is cop out, as we’ve been doing the past two-and-half years,” said Trustee Crawford. But student trustee Chris Skinner, who attends Port Perry High School, said, “it’s a dream” to think the prob- lem can be solved in schools. “I can’t disagree with your dis- agreement more,” he said to Trustee Crawford. Mr. Skinner said the main problem is that “the teachers don’t want to come out” and supervise activities, adding they may want to do so “in their heart” but pressure from other teachers prevents them from volunteering. And with few parents coming out to fill the void, he noted, there is no way to solve the problem at the school level. “It hasn’t even been attempted yet,” Trustee Crawford countered, referring to the committees he recommends. He warned that if the board leaves it to the Province and teachers’unions to come to a solution, it might not be one the board will favour. However, fellow trustees did not share Trustee Crawford’s views. “I do think it’s unrealistic that you will have committees formed,” said Brock-Uxbridge Trustee Nancy Lo- raine, who supported the board state- ment. Whitby Trustee Doug Ross said the problem was tied to high school teach- ers’ increased workload. “It’s a workload issue,” he said. “The solution to this problem lies with this provincial government and the provincial federations. They have to hammer out an agreement.” Trustee Ross said it’s his opinion that high school teachers’ workload is “unfair.” The board will send the statement to school community councils, the Minis- ter of Education, DCECA and the provincially-appointed panel which is to make recommendations on how to resolve the impasse over teachers pro- viding extracurriculars. 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During a quarterly update on activities at the Pickering nuclear station to Ajax coun- cil Monday, Brian Mac- Tavish, site vice-President of Pickering Nuclear, said the problem in California had to do with too much demand. “One problem in Califor- nia is they opened the market when demand exceeded sup- ply,” Mr. MacTavish said. “Prices rose rapidly. They had to pay more to purchase power and what they could charge was capped.” He added the provincial government “wisely” decided to put on hold opening up the market, as both utilities and the Independent Market Op- erator (IMO) weren’t ready. The energy market was to open up this year, meaning consumers could shop around for the best price, just as they do now with telephone ser- vice. Before it was broken up into several entities, the for- mer Ontario Hydro had a near monopoly on power produc- tion, as well as distribution. Also, OH was responsible for forecasting power demand and the resources needed to provide it. That responsibility now rests with the IMO, which is also in charge of set- ting up and operating the competitive market. Compa- nies such as OPG are respon- sible for producing power. “We have sufficient power to meet the need, particularly with Pickering ‘A’ coming back on line,” Mr. MacTavish stated. In December, the Canadi- an Nuclear Safety Commis- sion (CNSC) held a two-day hearing in Pickering on an Environmental Assessment for the restart of the four ‘A’ side reactors, which have been laid-up since March of 1998. “The (CNSC) staff rec- ommendation was to pro- ceed. We did a very thorough assessment of the plant and the report will stand. We’re hopeful to hear by the end of the month and to get the ap- proval to proceed,” Mr. Mac- Tavish said. If approval is given, “we still hope to get one unit on- line by the end of the year,” Mr. MacTavish said. “Pickering nuclear station is operating safely. A number of improvements are coming to fruition on the ‘B’side. Im- provements are visible in the plant,” he added. On the ‘B’ side, units 5, 6 and 8 are operating, while Unit 7 is in a forced shutdown because of a boiler leak. It’s expected to be back on line early next month, Mr. Mac- Tavish stated. A/P PAGE 4 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001 California power problems won’t happen here: OPG Officials offer update on Pickering plant, views on industry changes Ontario Power Generation says it will produce suffi- cient power to meet needs, and a plant official spoke this week on continuing efforts to improve operations at the Pickering plant. Outages affect nuclear station performance PICKERING ––The Pickering nu- clear station failed to meet half of the eight performance indicator targets set for November by Ontario Power Gener- ation (OPG). Two of the indicators, the Nuclear Performance Index and the capability factor, weren’t met because of the planned vacuum building and Unit 7 outages. The monthly ‘report card’is re- leased by the corporation to make itself accountable to the public. November re- port card results were as follows: • In an index reflecting 11 industry stan- dard performance measures set by the World Association of Nuclear Operators - 73.6 per cent, worse than OPG’s target of 78.8 per cent. • Public safety Level One and Two events reportable to the Canadian Nu- clear Safety Commission (formerly the Atomic Energy Control Board [AECB]) - six, worse than the OPG’s target of three. • ‘Reactor trips’ or the number of un- planned automatic reactor shutdowns per 7,000 hours - 0.8, better than the OPG target and the industry standard of one trip per 7,000 hours. • Capability factor or amount of energy capable of being produced per month as a percentage of perfect performance - 54.1 per cent, worse than the OPG goal of 59.4 per cent. • Radiation dose to the public from both the ‘A’ and ‘B’ stations - 3.9 microsiev- erts (µSv), bettering the third quarterly target of 12 µSv. • Major and moderate preventable spills — zero, meeting the OPG goal of zero. • Industrial Safety Accident Rate, the number of accidents per 200,000 work hours that result in lost work time - 0.0, better than the OPG target of 0.32. • Accident severity rate or the number of days lost per 200,000 hours worked - five, worse than the OPG goal of four. 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Dancey, adding reports range from Crime Stoppers tips to infor- mation from in- formants and tips from local resi- dents. Crack cocaine has been the “No. 1 priority” for police in Durham in re- cent years, he said, but police have also seen an increased use of Ecstasy. The lack of police resources has been cited in recent years as a lure for drug traffickers from surrounding communities to Oshawa, prompt- ing some law en- forcement offi- cers to brand the municipality “crack city.” Compared to regional drug squads across the GTA, local po- lice have been badly outgunned in the fight to combat crack co- caine and other drugs. A survey of 905-area re- gional police forces in 1999 showed Durham’s six- man unit is dwarfed in com- parison. For example, the Peel Re- gion drug squad was staffed with 25 detectives and constables; the York Region drug squad with 16. Hamilton-Wentworth Regional Police, the department frequently held up as a comparison model to Durham, had 17 drug unit mem- bers — almost triple that of Durham. Chief McAlpine said the reju- venated unit would target street- level dealers and “at the same time hopefully be able to knock off some high-end people. “The message has always been if you sell drugs in our region, sooner or later we will catch you, and the odds are now it will be sooner,” he said. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001 PAGE 5 A/P Police drug squad to double in size with Durham council approval POLICE from page 1 Mental health day set The Durham Region Com- munity Care - Cope Mental Health Program hosts the 10th Annual Mental Health Aware- ness Day at the Oshawa Centre Saturday, March 31. 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L1S 2H5 Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 1332791 The News Advertiser is one of the Metroland Printing, Publishing and Distributing group of newspapers. The News Advertiser is a member of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Trade, Ontario Community Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Com- munity Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Circu- lations Audit Board and the Ontario Press Council. The publisher reserves the right to classify or refuse any advertisement. Credit for advertisement limited to space price error occu- pies. Editorial and Adver- tising content of the News Advertiser is copyrighted. Unauthorized reproduc- tion is prohibited. Editorial &OPINIONS news advertiser Jan. 26, 2001 Teach compassion now or suffer down the road To the editor: I recently attended the School Community Council (SCC) meet- ing at my children’s school. In a unanimous decision, the council voted in favour of sending a group of student representatives to an upcoming anti-racism retreat. I am not opposed to the coun- cil’s money being spent in this way. However, it is curious that in a day when we as a society have spent, are spending, and will con- tinue to spend millions of dollars trying to stamp out racism, one of the top-grossing music artists of 2000 has capitalized on giving hate a melody. I am referring to the artist known as ‘Eminem’, and yes, I have read his lyrics. The end of racism will not come as a result of more aware- ness campaigns or more govern- ment spending. As noble as they are, these efforts are not working. So what are we to do? I am convinced we can put an end to racism and hate as a whole. Our children can raise their chil- dren in a gentler world. We will accomplish this end when we truly live the age-old command- ment to ‘Love our neighbours as ourselves’. We must teach our children compassion for all through our example: in our homes, on our streets, in our jobs, and in every aspect of our lives. Remember, one day our chil- dren will decide what happens to us. Let us strive to instill within them love, compassion and re- spect for all of humanity, while they are ours. The end of racism begins at home. E.C. Warburton, Pickering Maybe Durham Region Police Chief Kevin McAlpine just got sick of Oshawa being referred to as ‘crack city.’ Maybe the complaints of Sergeant Jack Dancey, head of the puny Durham drug squad for the past 10 years finally hit home with the chief. Or maybe it was the embarrass- ment of seeing neighbouring police forces like York, Peel and Hamilton- Wentworth devote far more dollars and officers to fighting drugs that fi- nally forced Durham to take action. The timing couldn’t be better to double the current Durham Regional Police drug squad from six front-line officers to 12, with the addition of a second sergeant by the end of the year. The new moves must be ap- proved by Regional council and will cost in the range of $400,000 to 500,000 per year but an increase in the size of the unit is badly needed. Because Toronto and neighbour- ing regions have cracked down on the drug trade, dealers have been forced to move into regions where enforce- ment is less severe. And that makes Durham a prime target. In addition, the patch-over of Satan’s Choice bik- ers to the Hells Angels earlier this month means drug activity will only skyrocket. Fifty-eight-year-old Bernie Guindon, who founded the Choice in Oshawa in the 1960s, came out of retirement to become an Angel and in an interview with this newspa- per this week, made it clear he’s eager to get back into the biker life. That can only mean an increase in biker activity and biker narcotics dealing. Which means Durham Po- lice have to act now and with force. Compare the Durham Region drug squad of six front-line officers and a sergeant to the Peel Region drug squad, which has 25 detectives and constables, or the York Region drug squad with 16. Hamilton-Wentworth Regional Police, the department usu- ally compared directly to Durham, has 17 drug unit members - almost triple that of the current Durham con- tingent. The new 12-officer, two-sergeant unit will at least have a fighting chance at battling the biker/dealer scourge. Even though it will mean an increase in the police budget or an al- teration of current resources to meet the demands of the bumped-up squad, it is badly needed. We have to make Durham an un- pleasant place for drug dealers and the associated crime they bring with them. The only way to do that is to fight on an equal plane. This increase at least begins to address that need. The News Advertiser accepts letters to the editor. All letters should be typed or neatly hand-written, 150 words. Each letter must be signed with a first and last name or two initials and a last name. Please in- clude a phone number for verifica- tion. The editor reserves the right to edit copy for style, length and con- tent. Opinions expressed in letters are those of the writer and not nec- essarily those of the News Advertis- er. We regret that due to the volume of letters, not all will be printed. EDITORIAL LETTERS TO THE EDITOR E-mail your comments on this opinion to steve.houston@durhamnews.net. Submissions that include a first and last name, or first and middle initials and last name, as well as the city of residence, will be considered for publication. I like paying taxes. I don’t want my husband standing at the end of the driveway with a gun to defend our family from marauders. I like the idea we have civil authori- ties keeping the community orderly. I like driving on smooth high- ways, well-lighted and marked for safe passage. I don’t want to be out there with my shovel moving rocks to clear a way for the horse cart. My taxes pay for health care. I don’t want to go back 40 years to the time when I realized I was pregnant. Pregnancy meant having to find $125 to pay the doctor. That was the amount of our mortgage at the time, to say nothing of the hospital fees. Today, I can go to the hospital when necessary without worrying about money. Some years ago in New York City a prominent writer was re- fused admittance to the hospital be- cause he did not have enough insur- ance to pay for the services. Our hos- pitals have problems with space and staffing but we are not refused for lack of money to pay. I enjoy paying taxes. They are based on a percentage of income. If I pay X amount, it means I am earning XXXX in wages. What a nice feeling. How fortunate I am and we are in Canada. Years ago, I was in more difficult circumstances. Then, other people paid taxes and I benefitted and paid much less because my income was small. Now, my situation is comfort- able. I am happy to pay knowing that others who earn less, pay less. It is my turn to pay and theirs to receive. Of course, I expect the various levels of government to spend care- fully and wisely. I don’t want them to be any more wasteful than I would be in that situation. It angers me when I hear of government waste but we have a watchdog, the auditor, who examines and reports. We have just had an election where we expressed our views. If we made good choices, the people elected will use the tax money in appropriate ways. If our choices were not the best, we will be able to protest. We can have our say. So, I’m happy paying my taxes. It means I have come a long way on my journey to self-sufficiency. I am able to help others. What’s so bad about paying taxes? Just think of all we get for our hard-earned money Caroline Davidson Opinion Shaper E-mail your comments on this opin- ion to steve.houston@durhamnews.net. Drug detectives just in time for Angels Durham police showing signs of understanding the pervasiveness of problem NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001 PAGE 7 A/P BY TODD HAMILTON Staff Writer Cold weather heralds the ar- rival of annual reports of head lice infestations at Durham schools This year, some parents say, has become the worst because of a change in the Durham District School Board’s ‘procedures’ re- garding the small parasite. The Durham District School Board last fall, following a recom- mendation from the Health De- partment, instituted a “procedure” allowing students identified with head lice to return to school whether or not all lice eggs (nits) have been removed. Some parents of Durham school children point out all neighbouring school boards have a ‘no-nit’policy, and Durham’s lack of one they say is turning the in- evitable isolated cases of pedicu- losis (head lice) into a major con- tinuing infestation. With confirmed infestations being reported at schools in Os- hawa,Ajax,Whitby, Pickering and Scugog, an angry group of Uxbridge parents are attempting to revisit the ‘no-nit’ policy fol- lowing several months of infesta- tions at Uxbridge Public School. The increasing parent pressure for answers forced Uxbridge-Brock trustee Nancy Loraine to chair a meeting recently to discuss the issue. But not unlike schools all over Durham, UPS principal Steve Hajdu confirmed the school has been suffering through an inordi- nate number of cases of pediculo- sis this year. “In December we did come down with a difficult infestation... when we did the Grade 1 class it became evident we had a major in- festation,” he said. “We’re trying to deal with it the best we can.” Even with parents and staff members doing ‘head checks’ throughout the entire school, the infestation has continued. It is this continuation that has a number of parents at the school furious. “It’s crazy, absolutely crazy... we spend the time treating our children, picking out all the nits, send them back to school and they get (lice) all over again,” one dis- traught parent said. “It’s unforgiv- able (DDSB) isn’t adopting the (no-nit) policy.” Wayne Ellis, principal of Os- hawa’s Hillsdale Public school and former F.M. Heard Public School principal in Whitby said however, the problem is no worse than past years. “We are really lucky here at Hillsdale. We have two registered nurses (volunteer parents) who help with our head checks,” he said. “I’ve been an educator for 31 years and been in contact with over 5,000 students... these things are going to happen.” Trustee Loraine explained at the meeting there was technically no policy but rather ‘procedure’ guidelines to deal with outbreaks of head lice. “Based on the information we received from public health... it’s not a health issue, it is a nuisance issue only,” she said. “There isn’t a policy on this but a procedure, procedure 5120 and that proce- dure reflects the department of health’s policy of 1999.” In explaining the rationale be- hind the board’s procedure, she maintained there was no proof ex- cluding students from school until all nits were removed would solve the problem. She added the board was concerned the former proce- dure to keep a child at home caused more harm than good. “Our job is to educate children. We’re not interested in keeping a child out of school unless it’s a public health issue. And we’ve been told by the health department this is not a health issue, it’s just a nuisance.” Parents at the meeting however were vocal in their disagreement saying that even with treatment, to effectively stop the cycle not only the live lice must be removed but the nits (egg pods). Allowing students back with nits is continuing the cycle and ex- acerbating the problem. “Kids are coming back here and getting re-infected. It’s a joke. It’s not a nuisance issue. “They are treated and are catching it again. We have a prob- lem in this school right now,” an angry Bob Bennett told Trustee Loraine. “What is this, a process or paralysis.” Parents, including a woman in- troducing herself as a registered nurse, said while the lice may not be a health hazard, the treatments are. “Remember lice are little in- sects and what you are using to kill them is a pesticide... the school board should know and be very careful,” the nurse said. “There are ingredients in these (treatments) that are extremely hazardous, both in the long term and short term.” Parents are also demanding principals exercise their powers under the Education Act to unilat- erally exclude children until all signs of lice activity had been re- moved. “(A principal) has the authori- ty, he can exclude children... it’s in the education act,” Uxbridge Ward Councillor Beverly Northeast said. “That’s part of his responsi- bility.” Coun. Northeast referred to section 236 of the Act which states, “(principal may) refuse to admit to the school or classroom a person whose presence in the school or classroom would in his judgment be detrimental to the physical or mental well-being of the pupils.” The Act goes on to state that a principal may exclude a child if he believes allowing entrance will compromise, “assiduous attention to the health and comfort of the pupils...” Due to these sections, parents say principals do not have to ad- here to the Durham board’s stipu- lations in cases such as head lice infestations. Despite controversy over whether the principal may or may not exclude children, Trustee Lo- raine told the parents changing the way the school handles head lice cases must be dealt with at the board level. When pressed by the parents whether she would support their position for a ‘no-nit’ policy Trustee Loraine openly rejected the parents demand. “No. I don’t support it,” she said. “I have had kids in schools both ways and I haven’t seen a measurable difference either way.’ She did add however, if the par- ents truly wanted a change, they would have to make a trip to Whit- by and address the board. The parents who were looking for immediate remedies were fur- ther irritated when they were told a best-case scenario if successful, a change would still be over a month away. In the meantime, parents ex- pressed their frustration with not only the continuing head lice problems but also the bureaucracy in the face of what they call an ur- gent situation. “It has brought bad blood and bad feelings because of this poli- cy,” one parent said. “Parents are now at war with the schools. The welfare of the child is ultimately what we are looking for. The amount of lice in this school is un- acceptable.” Members from the parents group are expected to take their concerns to an upcoming trustee meeting. Head Lice still a problem in Durham schools Angry parents not nitpicking on socially stigmatizing problem 1) Head lice spread through direct contact. Encourage your child not to share hats and combs. 2) Hats and toques should be put into the arm of your child’s jacket to avoid contact with other hats and outerwear. 3) Encourage your children not to share pil- lows, blankets and other items including stuffed toys. 4) Regularly check your child’s scalp for nits and/or lice. Use of reading glasses and magnify- ing glasses greatly assists in identifying the pres- ence of lice and nits. 5) If you identify an infestation, treat your child with a commercial product available from a local pharmacy (see no. 8 for natural alternative). Follow, exactly, the recommended procedure. No product is 100 per cent effective and therefore, it is recommended that all nits be removed before you send your child back to school. 6) Treat the house for infestation. This in- cludes laundering all bedding and headwear and vacuuming play areas. All stuffed toys should be treated as well by placing them in a dryer for 20 minutes or sealing them in a plastic bag for two weeks. 7) Notify the school office of the infestation. The school will distribute information to all par- ents to alert them of the need to inspect their child’s scalp. 8) A natural alternative to eliminate head lice is a vegetable oil and vinegar mixture rinse which is reported to be an effective way to eliminate head lice. Tea Tree Oil (a disinfectant) also has shown promise in the prevention of head lice infestation. 9) Regardless of the treatment, as long as children play in close proximity, outbreaks of head lice infestation will continue. 10) Volunteer a few hours for “Head Lice Pa- trol”where you may be included in a training ses- sion for newcomers to the program. - Hints courtesy of Durham District School Board Helpful hints to control spread of head lice OSHAWA ––General Motors of Canada has confirmed another two weeks of layoffs will hit local plants this winter. Stew Low, public relations direc- tor for the Oshawa-based company, said GM will shut down No. 1 and 2 car plants for the week of Feb. 26 and No. 2 car plant for a further week, March 12 to 16, which is also March break for Durham Region schools. The No. 2 car plant is already shut down this week and will be again next week. The two car plants employ 5,000 people between them. Last week, Canadian Auto Work- ers Local 222 officials said they’d been told of the February shutdown and were anticipating a week in March. Mr. Low said the layoffs are de- signed to reduce production in the plants by 25 per cent this quarter as car and truck sales slump here and in the United States. “We are being very aggressive to make sure the inventory levels are where we want them to be,” he said. He added GM’s overall production forecast remains the same. Output will be reduced by 50,000 cars and trucks in the first three months. Overtime at all GM plants, including Oshawa’s truck plant, has been eliminated for the first quarter of 2001. GM will watch the market closely and make adjustments as needed, Mr. Low said, adding there are positive signs in the marketplace. These in- clude an interest rate cut in the Unit- ed States at the end of 2000 and the resolution of the American election, he said. “We don’t see this as a doom and gloom scenario. Here in Canada we’re still looking at a strong 2001. We really still think 2001 is going to be a very good year. After the first three months, from here on in, we’ll see signs of improvement, especially with the interest rate cut here in Canada yesterday (Tuesday, Jan. 24).” A/P PAGE 8 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001 Recycle your News Advertiser!GM to shut down No. 2 car plant for March break PAYDAY ADVANCES 310 - CASH Edgar & Dawn’s Hair Design PRICEPRICE1/21/2 ON HAIR COLOURS Professional Hair Care Expires: February 2, 2001 Edgar - Formerly from Hair Fix - Pickering Parkway 750 Oklahoma Drive - Pickering (905) 420 - 6222 Provide quality professional nursing services siince 1972 • Care of the Elderly • Private Duty (care) • Institutional Care • Foot Care • Home Cleaning Services OfferedServices Offered Contact us @ (905) 839•0602 Professional Trained Staff ADVERTORIAL Which of These Costly Homeseller Mistakes Will You Make When You Sell Your Home? 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Members of the works committee voted Wednesday to begin the search for a con- sultant to work on the next phase of the study, which is considering ways of eliminat- ing duplication and cutting costs in public works services across Durham. “It’s time for extraordinary action to come together to re- solve these issues,” said Whit- by Mayor Marcel Brunelle, noting the Region is facing a June 30 deadline to complete the review, recommended by Regional politicians at a Durham council retreat in Jan- uary, 2000. The review’s first stage, completed last May by consul- tants Wood-Sloan Inc., out- lined the current situation re- garding service delivery and presented four major recom- mendations to streamline ser- vices, including: ❑A proposal to alter the re- sponsibility for Durham’s road network, which would see the transfer of several regional roads to area municipalities and the transfer of some mu- nicipal roads to the Region; ❑A proposal to reduce the number of works depots across the region from 22 to 15; ❑A proposal that Regional roads maintenance should be transferred to the municipal level; ❑A proposal that all as- pects of solid waste, including collection, be the responsibili- ty of the Region. The second phase of the study, which is expected to take up to six months to com- plete, will outline the financial implications of those recom- mendations. According to a staff report, phase two is expected to cost up to $150,000. It is proposed that the Region pay 25 per cent of the total cost, the northern municipalities’ pay five per cent each and the Lakeshore municipalities pay 12 per cent each. And, Durham Regional Chairman Roger Anderson said, “If municipalities don’t want to pay for it...we’ll find the money. We promised the Government of Ontario we’d have a report to them by June 30.” He suggested the Region proceed with a request for pro- posal (RFP) to hire a consul- tant now and that municipali- ties be asked to share costs. He added the results of the RFP process should be reviewed in early March so the study can proceed as soon as possible. Meanwhile, Mayor Brunelle and Scugog Mayor Doug Moffatt suggest- ed members of the works and WDW committees should meet to determine what part of the review needs to be done by a consultant and what aspects can be completed by the Region. MARCEL BRUNELLE ‘It’s time for extraordinary action... to resolve these issues.’ ‘Who Does What’ review enters second phase in Durham We’re online at www.durhamnews.net Committee approves land purchase for future police station in Whitby BY SUSAN O’NEILL Staff Writer If all goes according to plan, the Durham Regional Police Service could have a new community police sta- tion in Whitby next year. Although there are still several hurdles to overcome before the facility becomes a reality, the works committee took the first step Wednesday by approving the purchase of two parcels of land at the northwest corner of Ander- son Street and Taunton Road for the proposed police facil- ity. The Region has not yet approved the construction of the police station itself and the land acquisition must still be approved by the finance and administration commit- tee and Regional Council be- fore the deal can be finalized. Deputy Police Chief Derek Denson reported the police station on Rossland Road was identified in a 1998 provincial audit as being “in need of immediate replacement” because it was deemed insufficient to meet the department’s needs. Deputy Chief Denson also reported the department needs a storage facility to house equipment such as po- lice boats during the winter and snowmobiles during the summer, and evidence such as illegal drugs. The depart- ment currently leases a ware- house in Courtice but that lease expires at the end of the year, he noted. If approved, the new Whitby facility would in- clude a community police station and a warehouse. The complex would also become home to the department’s re- gional support units such as the Canine Unit, the Bomb Squad, the Tactical Support Unit and the Dive Team, the deputy chief said. He noted the land sur- rounding the facility would be used to conduct mandato- ry training and simulation ex- ercises for those units. Meanwhile, the recom- mended site at Anderson and Taunton includes two sepa- rate parcels of land. One is 14 acres and the other four acres. The estimated cost of acquiring both parcels is $2.5 million. It is recommended that the acquisition be fi- nanced from the available 2000 Police Services Board surplus and OMERS savings related to the Police Services Board. The works committee also approved a motion Wednesday recommending council allow the police to issue a request for proposal from architectural firms for the design of the buildings. The committee’s recom- mendation is slated to go to the finance and administra- tion committee for consider- ation Wednesday and to council the following week. 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No Problem Payday advances, disabilities & pensions $$$$ Ca$hier Inc. $$$$ Ajax 619-2298 A/P PAGE 10 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001 Durham school board revises learning material complaints process BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer A new committee will be struck when a complaint over learning mate- rial in a classroom cannot be resolved at the school level, Bev Freedman, the Durham District School Board’s pro- grams superintendent, announced Monday. “The committee is a new commit- tee and is a committee we tried to make inclusive,” she told trustees. “It’s my belief this will provide a greater degree of clarity on the issue.” Trustees at a September meeting called for a review of the board’s learning materials policy following a controversy over the use of the Harry Potter series of children’s books in classes. Ms. Freedman said it wasn’t the policy that needed changing but the accompanying regulation that permits parents to challenge material such as books and videos. The board continues to prefer that such issues be resolved at the local school level, and Ms. Freedman said this is what normally occurs, in an in- formal manner. Such cases are now termed a “Request for Informal Con- sideration.” However, where a situation cannot be resolved at the school level, a Learning Materials Reconsideration Committee will be struck within a month of receiving a formal com- plaint. The committee will be chaired by the programs superintendent and comprised of a teacher of that subject area from another school; the media- librarian; a trustee; a school coun- cil chairman; a principal; a mem- ber of the student senate (if the resource is from a high school); and the curriculum or secondary school reform officer (a senior pupil from an elementary school may be added). The committee will review the material and decide if it meets the selection criteria in the board’s Learning Resource Materials Se- lection policy. One of the “guiding princi- ples” for the selection of materi- als is that a parent/guardian who objects to a certain book or other resource “may request alternate reading, viewing or listening mat- ter for his/her own children, which may include headphones.” The committee will discuss the material with the objector and its decision will be final. Ms. Freedman said this “mul- tiplicity of eyes” in her judgment “will allow us to make reasoned decisions on materials considered to be controversial.” As in the previous procedure, a formal complaint will begin with the objector filling out a form describing the nature of the objection. Over the next one to three months, groups including teach- ers and school community coun- cils will review the procedure be- fore any changes are made. 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P6616. 2.5L V6, auto., p.s., p.b., p.w., tilt, cruise, limited group leather seats, chrome wheels, AM/FM cass./CD, luxury convenience, traction control & much more. Stk. P6608. 2000 DURANGO SLT PLUS 2000 SEBRING JXI CONVERT2000 CARAVAN SE SPORT 3.3L V6, auto., p.w., p.dl., tilt, cruise, air cond., sunscreen, 7 pass., quad seats/child, AM/FM cass., CD, infinity spkrs., full size spare, alum. wheels, fog lamps & more. Stk. P6611. 2.7L V6, auto., p.s., p.b., tilt, cruise, air condition, p.w., p.dl., cloth buckets, AM/FM cass. & more. 1 owner. Only 47,000 miles. Stk. R3948A. 1998 INTREPID 4 DR. 4.0L 6 cyl., p.s., p.b., dual tops, floor mats, air cond., storage add a trunk, fog lamps, cruise, AM/FM cass., tow hooks, sport decor, tire 4/wheel group, sentry key & more. Stk. P6612. 1999 JEEP TJ SPORT Buy for Buy for $$412.00*412.00* per monthper monthper month Buy forBuy for $$412.00*412.00* per monthper monthper month Buy forBuy for $$636.74*636.74* per monthper monthper month Buy for Buy for $$530.31*530.31* per monthper monthper month Buy forBuy for $$265**265**265** per monthper month A/P PAGE 12 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001 AJAX —Local garden- ing expert Mark Cullen will provide inspiration to gardeners at an upcoming lecture. He’s the guest speaker for the Friends of the Ajax Public Library’s annual winter lecture, scheduled for Thursday, March 8. ‘Canadian Garden Design: Ideas and Inspirations for Your Garden’ is his topic. Following his talk, Mr. Cullen will autograph copies of his books. His latest title, ‘Canadi- an Gardening Design’, will be available for sale at the event. Also, a Weall & Cullen Garden Centre staff mem- ber will be on hand to an- swer gardening questions. It’s being held in the H.M.S. Ajax Room in the Ajax Community Centre, on Centennial Road, start- ing at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 each and are available at all three branches of the Ajax public library. Proceeds from the event will go to the Friends cam- paign to raise $1 million for a new central library branch. Call 683-6632 for more information. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001 PAGE 13 A/P ANDREW IWANOWSKI/ News Advertiser photos Author, author! Popular children’s author Eric Wilson spent time on Tuesday with stu- dents at Westney Heights Public School in Ajax, talking to them about his craft and the importance of reading. Mr. Wilson, who writes stories ex- clusively with Canadian settings and characters, shared his expertise and love of writing with the students (top photo). At right, Mr. Wilson holds up a copy of one of his novels aimed at young readers. Gardening tips offered at Friend-ly Ajax lecture French Immersion information session offered Jan. 31 Parents across Durham Region can learn more about the public school board’s French Immersion program Wednedsay, Jan. 31. That’s when information and regis- tration nights will be held at the Durham District School Board’s 11 French Im- mersion elementary schools, including F.M. Heard Public School in Whitby and Uxbridge Public School. Parents interested in the program, which starts in Grade 1,are invited to at- tend and sign up their child for next year. Or just have their questions an- swered. Call your local school to find out when and where information night(s) takes place in your municipali- ty. The Royal Canadian Legion BRANCH #322 AJAX Veterans Affairs Attention Canadian Veterans of WWII, Korea or ex-service personal of Canadian Forces: The Veterans affairs service officers will be at the legion branch 111 Hunt St. Ajax Wednesday, January 31, 2001 9:15 am Anyone requiring assistance or need, may attend Charles W. Presley Veterans Affairs Officer (905) 686-1628 Blue Rodeo Saturday, February 17, 2001 Doors open at 8:00 p.m. Oshawa Civic Auditorium Tickets available at the Civic and all Ticketmasters Outlets. Call 416-870-8000 to charge. Licensed General Admission Seating on Floor. All Ages Reserved Seating in Stands. A Perfect Valentines Gift WE HAVE MOVED TO 924 KINGSTON RD. PICKERING Recover your sofa $39900 fabric included Call store for details PICOV FURNITURE C.C. LTD. 831-6040 PAYDAY ADVANCES 310 - CASH SPECIALSALE Carrier of The Week If you did not receive your News Advertiser or flyers call Circulation at 683-5117. Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 - 7:30 Sat. 9 - 4:30, Sun. 10 - 1 Wal-mart, Ajax/Pick 135 Kingston Rd., Ajax 222 Bayly St. W., Ajax 1360 Kingston Rd., Pick. 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 Friday, Jan. 26, 2001 News Advertiser * BiWay Ajax/Pick. * Canadian Tire Ajax/Pick. * Dominion Ajax/Pick. * Food Basics Ajax/Pick. * IGA Ajax * Loblaws Ajax/Pick. * M & M Meats Ajax/Pick. * New Homes Ajax/Pick. * Payless Drugs Ajax/Pick • Pennzoil Ajax. * Price Chopper Ajax/Pick. * Salvation Army Pick. * Sears Ajax/Pick. * Shoppers Drug Mart Ajax/Pick./Scar. * The Building Box Pick. • Walmart Ajax/Pick. * Wheels Scar. * Your Independent Grocer Ajax/Pick. * Zellers Ajax/Pick. * Delivered to selected households only Mitchell Friday’s carrier of the week is Mitchell. Mitchell enjoys playing hockey and skateboarding. He will receive a dinner for 4 voucher compliments of McDonald’s. Congratulations Mitchell for being our Carrier of the Week. BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer A new provincial task force will advise the Province on which school and school board practices affect the learning and achievement of students. Education Minister Janet Ecker and Premier Mike Harris on Monday jointly announced the creation of the Task Force on Effective Schools. Two familiar faces, for- mer Education Improvement Commission (EIC) co- chairs Dave Cooke and Ann Vanstone, will conduct a re- view over the next four months to identify best prac- tices. The EIC, initially cre- ated to ensure the effective amalgamation of 129 school boards into 72, was recently disbanded after fulfilling its mandate to advise the Province. The new task force is to continue the work of the EIC. Ministry press releases said its overall goal is to en- sure that numerous govern- ment reforms are paying off in terms of improved student achievement at the local school level. “There are more than 5,000 publicly-funded schools in Ontario,” stated Ms. Ecker. “We must ensure that each and every one of them offers their students the best possible quality ed- ucation.” Mr. Harris said the co- chairmen’s recommenda- tions “will ensure that we continue to provide our schools with the support and direction they need to offer quality education to stu- dents.” However teachers’ repre- sentatives slammed the cre- ation of the task force, the second advisory group in less than two weeks after an extracurricular activities panel was established. “We now have the Task Force on Effective Schools along with the Advisory Group on Co-Instructional Activities,” stated Roger Regimbal, president of the Ontario Teachers’ Federa- tion. “We have to ask what the relationship is between the two. It is clear to OTF that the fundamental issue the government needs to ad- dress is what the work of a teacher is. Without an agree- ment on the work of teach- ers, all the task forces and advisory groups are nothing more than window dress- ing.” Jim Smith, president of the Ontario English Catholic teachers’ Association, de- scribed the task force as “a thinly disguised attempt by the Province to further cen- tralize control over On- tario’s education system.” He questioned why the task force was required “when the provincial gov- ernment has already institut- ed so many mechanisms to enable it to oversee student learning.” The task force will pro- vide recommendations on how schools can best be or- ganized to support long- term improvement, how schools which have shown improvements can be recog- nized, and “models the Min- istry of Education should implement to review boards on an ongoing basis to en- sure that they are using re- sources in the most effective ways to improve student learning and achievement.” As well, the task force will advise the government on what can be done “to continue moving forward with supports for teacher ex- cellence as laid out in On- tario’s comprehensive Teacher Testing Program. The Province is to re- ceive the recommendations no later than June 1. Ecker strikes task force on best practices Teachers’ unions rip formation of new panel established to gauge effectiveness in schools Catholic board approves 20-year strategic plan As expected, Durham Catholic District School Board trustees approved in principle a 20-year Capital Strategic Plan at Monday’s board meeting. The plan will direct the board’s provincial grant money for new schools and additions to where pupil places are most required in the region. Drafted by consultants C.N. Watson and Associates Ltd., the plan forecasts where most of Durham’s housing growth is slated to occur to determine where the board’s future students will come from. According to C.N. Wat- son, over the next 20 years the board’s student popula- tion will increase by about 11,600 students, with rough- ly three-quarters of them liv- ing in Whitby, Ajax and Pickering. The board will have to borrow $76 million to build new facilities, the consultant estimates, not including about $70.3 million the board borrowed to finance recent capital projects such as the new high schools under construction in Ajax and Whitby. As part of the strategic plan, trustees Monday also approved additions to St. Monica, St. Elizabeth Seton and St. Isaac Jogues Catholic elementary schools in Pick- ering. That work is called for in the board’s building schedule to 2004. Two new elementary schools in Ajax and one in Whitby are also called for in the 2001-2004 School Ac- commodation Plan. EMAIL: INFO@BRYSON-INSURANCE.COM WEBSITE: BRYSON-INSURANCE.COM BRYSON & ASSOCIATES INSURANCE BROKERS LIMITED 541 BAYLY STREET EAST (SOUTH SIDE OF BAYLY BETWEEN LAKERIDGE RD. & PICKERING BEACH RD) AJAX, ONTARIO L1S 3C2 Richard Bryson, President of Bryson & Associates Insurance, is pleased to Announce the appointment of Stephen Horton PHONE: 905-426-8787 FAX: 905-426-4959 to the position of Insurance Broker. Steve will be responsible for developing new accounts in the area of automobile, homeowners and commercial insurance. Steve brings with him 9 years of experience and has been a life time resident of Whitby. Coming April 2001 to selected areas. If you’re interested in advertising in this handy directory, please call Laurie @ 683-5110 ext. 230 Seniors Directory and Activity Guide MIKE ARNOLD* 905- 831-7677 TRISH FRENCH* 905- 428-6533 SUN., JANUARY 28, 2-4 P.M. 1020 McCULLOUGH DR., WHITBY Newly listed bright and clean bungalow. Easy access to 401. Huge recreation room. Close to schools and amenities. SAM KIMBERLEY* 905- 509-6111 SUN., JANUARY 28, 1-4 P.M. 1073 LONGBOW DR., PICKERING PRISTINE “JOHN BODDY” Dir.: Glenanna & Heathside. Picture perfect!!! 3 bdrm., 2 1/2 bath!! Fam. rm. & fp.! 4-pc. en suite! Big eat-in kit.! 6 appls. incl.! All window coverings & ELF’s. Cent. air & vac! Close to schools & park! Sam Kimberley* 905-509-6111. GERRY KORENTOS* 905- 831-3300 ELAINE BUKALO* 905- 831-3300 SAT. JAN. 27, 2-4 P.M. & SUN. JAN. 28, 1-3 P.M. 1708 AUTUMN CRES., PICKERING Dir.: Rosebank and Sheppard. Fabulous open concept floorplan - decorator’s own home. Professionally designed rec room with gas fp., sconces, built-in bookshelf, Berber carpet. Premium ravine lot with clear view of Altona Forest. Lots of pretty landscape. Cent. air, appls. Come see this beautiful home - you’d be proud to call it yours. Elaine Bukalo*, 905-831-3300. SAT. & SUN. JANUARY 27 & 28. 2-4 P.M. 1929 PINEGROVE AVE., PICKERING Sensational Upgraded Semi! Demand Pickering area semi loaded with upgrades. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large eat-in kitchen, ceramics, nearly new deck with built in seating, interlocking walk, gas fireplace, garage door opener, humidifier, programmable thermostat, Central air and more. FIRST Realty Ltd. Broker FIRST Realty Ltd. Broker ROUGE RIVER REALTY LTD. Prudential Achievers Realty SAT., JANUARY 28, 2-4 P.M. 50 MONTVALE DR., TORONTO 3 bdrm. bungalow. Quiet neighbourhood. $239,900. To Advertise In This Feature Please Call Heather Tunney or Curtis Shannon 905-579-4404 $168, 5 0 0 $217, 9 0 0 HUG E L O T! DOU B L E G A R A G E Walk t o P T C $1 8 9 , 9 0 0 ROUGE VALLEY BORDER Absolutely Breathtaking Custom “MODELHOME”! Come home to Gracious Elegance… in this Rouge Valley Executive Home with Stone Exterior & $$$ Thousands in Upgrades & Custom Features throughout 4500 sp. ft. of Finished Living Space! Open Concept Plan with Roman Columns. Spectacular, 17’ High Living Rm. Ceiling & 9’ High Ceilings, 4+1 Bed/3 Bath, Deluxe Master Ensuite. Gorgeous Custom Windows & Lighting, Gleaming Hardwood, Stunning “GOURMET” Bleached Oak Kitchen overlooks Family Rm. Fireplace…for cosy evenigs by the fire! Professional Landscaping/Fencing/Sundeck, Sprinkler System, Prof. Fin. Bsmt with Surround Sound Wiring & more!!! Absolutely Stunning… Call Trish for Private Viewing or Open House Sunday, February 4th, 2 - 4 pm unless it’s SOLD before then! (905)428-6533. CUS T O M $39 9, 9 0 0 A/P PAGE 14 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001 Spring 2001Spring 2001 Sunday, January 28, 2001 1876 Valley Farm Rd., Pickering Recreation Complex Pickering Town Centre Sunquest Fashion Show, Refreshment, Prizes, Over 30 Display, Live Entertainment See inside for exhibitor’s list, show details and ticket sale locations. Tickets may be purchased at the door. Sponsored BySponsored By Grand Prize Trip Courtesy of:Grand Prize Trip Courtesy of: CABLE BEACH RESORT NASSAU • BAHAMAS ® Doors open 11 AM - 4 PM Fashion Show 2:30 PM featuring Step Twoin Dance Studio Be in attendance at the end of the fashion show for a chance to WIN A TRIP FOR 2! Trip courtesy of Sears Travel, Sunquest and The Radisson Cable Beach Resort, Nassau. TRIP DETAILS 4 nights, 5 days in the 5 star Radisson Cable Beach Resort. All inclusive, meals etc. Also includes Air Fare from Toronto. AND NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001 PAGE 15 A/P AWARD WINNING PHOTOGRAPHY Videos Also Available Wedding Show Specials B&W Available Call us for an appointment (905) 831-4305 Check o u t o u r H a rl e y & F e r r a r i for use i n y o u r c o m pl i m e n t a r y engage m e n t p h o t o . HUB PLAZA 1298 KINGSTON ROAD SERVING TORONTO AND SURROUNDING AREAS Photography By Chuck Shumilak Renowned portrait & wedding photographer widely acclaimed for artistically unique images. A professional reputation for personal service & the highest quality prints. NOW BOOKI N G FOR 2 0 0 2 www.pickeringphoto.f2s.com A/P PAGE 16 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001 Canada’s Finest Selection of Tuxedo Styles & Accessories Pickering Town Centre Pickering (905) 831-0222 Plus 17 other locations to serve you Pick up your FREE year 2001 catalogue at any one of our convenient locations. Now available: Chaps Ralph Lauren and Geoffrey Beene. Rentals from $89 to $135. No EntryBrought to you by Show Coordinator Chris Rausch 683-5110 Doors open 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Ajax/Pickering The Community Newspaper since 1965 Fashion Show 2:30 pm East Salon Entrance No Entry Washrooms E M E R G E N C Y E X I T O N L Y M a i n E n t r a n c e Ti c k e t B o o t h The BayPickeringPhotoFour Seasons Country Club City of Pickering Sears Travel Sears Bunny’s Catering Service Bagley Photography Kings & Queens VIP Salons & Spas Creative Imaging Royal Ashburn Golf Club Sherwood Bridal Decorating by Mary/ Memories Forever KVH Fashion Victorian Gardens Pelican Parties Water Street Studio Studio Performance Ontario Weddings.com Tuxedo Royale Bearly Country Cakes by Tracy Syd Silver Formal Featuring: Step in Two Dance Singer Debi Herron Sherwood Bridal KVH Fashion Tuxedo Royale Hair & Make-up by: Kings & Queens VIP Salons & Spas FASHION SHOW Sponsored by: and Your Guide to the Many Displays at this Wedding Extravaganza Start your wedding plans at the Spring Bridal Event 2001 It’s a Wedding Extravaganza. The Spring Bridal Event 2001 is at the Pickering Recreation Complex, Sunday, Jan. 28, 2001. The excitement starts at 11 a.m. and continues until 4 p.m. There will be many displays showcasing everything you’ll need to make your big day an even bigger success. Everything from bridal fashions, hall and equipment rental to DJ’s, photographers, tuxedos, travel and much more. Hosted by the Ajax Pickering News Advertiser and sponsored by Tuxedo Royale, Sears & Sears Travel , this event shouldn’t be missed. There will be lots of door prizes from the participating vendors including the Grand Prize of a Honeymoon vacation for two from Sears Travel, Sunquest & the Radisson Cable Beach Resort, to 5 star, Radisson Cable Beach Resort, Nassau. The all inclusive trip includes 4 nights, 5 days, meals & airfare from Toronto. Throughout the day enjoy refreshments and hors d’oevres served by Bunny’s Catering Service and of course the highlight of the event is the bridal fashion show featuring the latest in designs from Sherwood Bridal, Sears, KvH Fashion and Tuxedo Royale. Tickets are $5 each or two for $8.00 and are available at the locations listed at right. Tickets at the door will be 2 for $10.00 The show is being held at the northeast corner of the complex which is located on Valley Farm Rd. in Pickering. TICKET LOCATIONS Tickets on sale now at these following locations: •News Advertiser Ajax •Tuxedo Royale Pickering •Pickering Photo Pickering •The Bay Gift Registry Pickering •Galbraith Jewellers Ajax •Sears Cosmetics Pickering •Sears Travel Pickering •Sherwood Bridal Pickering Village •Kings & Queens VIP Salons & Spas Ajax Cost: $5 each or 2 for $8 Tickets at door 2 for $10. Stage Lighting & Backdrop Ontario Weddings.com MC Chris Stewart DJ - Mike's Music Machine SPRING BRIDAL EVENT 2001 SUNDAY, JANUARY 28, 2001 11 A.M. TO 4 P.M. PICKERING RECREATION COMPLEX ADVERTISING FEATURE NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001 PAGE 17 A/P ROYAL ASHBURN GOLF CLUB OPEN ALL YEAR PLEASE CALL TRACEY OR SANDY AT: • Set amid the rolling hills of the Oak Ridge Moraine, Royal Ashburn offers the picture perfect setting for Your Special Day • With over thirty years experience catering bridal banquets we can ensure your reception will be a memorable occasion. • We offer “All inclusive” packages at very competitive prices. Champagne & Candlelight Buffet, Friday Evening or Sunday Reception • Royal Ashburn’s two beautifully appointed rooms can accommodate weddings of 100 to 240 guests. Our rooms have either an enclosed balcony or an outdoor terrace, both with golf course views. Both rooms are air conditioned. A short drive north of Ajax, Pickering, Whitby and Oshawa FOR BOOKING INFORMATION OR TO ARRANGE A CONSULTATION (905) 686-1121 • Ask about Winter Wedding (Nov. to March) discount. • Our experienced Wedding Co-ordinators are always available to offer advice and assistance. • Large entrance foyer with fireplace. • Bridal Garden and outdoor ceremonies Ashburn, Ontario THE COMPTON ROOM BRIDAL GARDEN Creating lasting memories..... .....the way you see them. PORT PERRY by the water 905-985-0071 Professional Wedding Photographers since 1974 Also located in Pickering Village at Gallery 539. (905) 619-1214 All the Best from Syd Silver Formals Also available at 700 associated Men’s Wear & Bridal Stores across Canada. Oshawa 22 Stevenson Rd. S. (at King St. W.) (905) 725-7690 Scarborough 1961 Kennedy Rd. (at Progress S. of 401) (416) 297-8844 SHOWROOM AND STORE LOCATIONS NORTH YORK 70 Wingold Ave., North York, Ontario (416) 256-4784 DOWNTOWN TORONTO 500 Yonge St., Toronto, Ontario (416) 923-4611 NORTH TORONTO 2 Steels Ave. W., Thornhill, Ontario (905) 771-9125 MISSISSAUGA 4557 Hurontario St., Mississauga, Ontario (905) 507-0962 WOODBRIDGE 4040 Steeles Ave. W., Woodbridge, Ontario (905) 850-0770 NEWMARKET 17335 Yonge St., Newmarket, Ontario (905) 836-2721 HAMILTON 1151 Upper James St., Hamilton, Ontario (905) 318-7163 ST. CATHARINES 61 Geneva St., St. Catharines, Ontario (905) 685-9550 BARRIE 331 Bayfield St., Barrie, Ontario (705) 735-0227 4 SEASONS COUNTRY CLUB 1900 Concession 8 4 km North of #7 East of Brock Rd., Pickering Accommodating 50 - 250 by the Fireplace or on the Covered Terrace. Semi to all inclusive Wedding Packages for your reception and/or ceremony Only minutes away Everlasting Memories in a Quaint Country setting. Breathtaking Scenery Romance Charm * www.ontarioweddings.com/4seasons 649-2436 ask for Karen A/P PAGE 18 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001 CATERING FOR ALL OCCASIONSDees Catering Our services are designed to make every event a pleasurable experience by providing freshly made, aesthetically pleasing, and delicious taste delights for all occasions. We ensure customer satisfaction. Reasonable prices allow you to select to your budget or tell us what you wish to spend and we’ll create a menu to fit. Relax - let us do the rushing! We’ll deliver all items to your door on time. Create your own Tastes Delights for all occasions FOR ALL YOUR CATERING NEEDS •Business Lunches •Private Parties •Breakfeast Meetings •Private Dinner ...and more FOR CONSULTATION CALL DEE PINCHERS (905)404-9715 TOLL FREE 1-877-492-2837 E-MAIL: dscatering@idirect.com FAX: 404-1867Discuss your plans with us at the show. Bringing you everything you need for your wedding. (905) 428-6250 1-888-478-1200 Fine China & Crystal (905) 426-9161 Doctor Music (416) 266-2608 (905) 427-8898 1-877-461-DISC(3472) SERVICES(905) 426-5742 (905) 619-2417 (416) 945-3940 Double “D” KENNETH ROBERT AND COMPANY Adam Rutherford (905) 721-2832 Be sure to register for your chance to WIN valuable prizes Neil Browne Photography (905) 697-3686 DJ Hi Tech Disc Jockey Services (905) 666-0441 1-888-703-4492 All you need to remember when planning your wedding! www.ontarioweddings.com “Let Us Make Your Day Special” High quality Wedding packages and albums at affordable prices. Be sure to check out our web page to see the latest Wedding Photographs. Every booked Wedding includes your photos published on the internet for friends and relatives to see. www.bagleyphoto.on.ca email: bagleyphoto@home.comWEDDING&PORTR A I T PHOTOGR APHERS I N T E R N ATIONALPHOTOGR APHERS I N T E R N ATIONALWED D IN G &PORTR A I T Compare our prices to any studio. Our price includes commitment to your wedding day until the end. No Extra Charges! “Rockwell” of Photography in Pickering Chuck Shumilak is to wedding photography what Norman Rockwell is to art. At least that’s the reputation he’s established for his work. For something a little different in wedding photos, Pickering Photo is the place. Mixing traditional, fun and new, Chuck and Debbie Shumilak create award winning photography. As owners of Pickering Photo, a camera and framing store with a custom designed studio, Chuck and Debbie are ready to meet your photographic needs. The large studio allows Chuck to photograph the complete wedding party as well as entire family groups. By establishing a good working rapport with the bride and groom, Chuck is able to produce quality work. He says that when he gets to know the couple personally, they are more relaxed and natural, which shows through in the pictures. Being flexible is an important aspect of photography. While the Shumilaks can take traditional photos of the church, park, home and reception, they are prepared to accommodate the wishes and needs of the bride and groom. The Shumilaks also do wedding videos and offer a complete bridal film package. Inquire now about Christmas family portraits. For more information call (905) 831-4305. Cover Photo by Chuck Shumilak NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001 PAGE 19 A/P • Registered Massage Therapist • Day Spa Packages • Hair Color Specialists • Bridal Spa Packages • Facial Treatments •Day Spa Packages • Hair Color Specialists • Bridal Spa Packages • Facial Treatments • Registered Massage Therapist •Registered Massage Therapist • Day Spa Packages • Hair Color Specialists • Bridal Spa Packages • Facial Treatments • Registered Massage Therapist •• Day Spa Packages • Hair Color Specialists • Bridal Spa Packages • Facial Treatments • Registered Massage Therapist • Day Spa Packages •• Bridal Consultation • Hair Styling • Colours • Perms • Ear Candling • Reflexology • Massage • Pedicure • Manicures • Cosmetics • Tanning • Waxing/Electrolysis KINGS & QUEENS V.I.P. Salons & Spas (905) 426-6056 Heritage Market Square 145 Kingston Rd E Ajax, Ontario Kingston Rd. 401 Durham Centre East WestneyRd.HarwoodAve.HarmonyRd.OPEN MONDAY TO SATURDAY CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT Banquet Hall Rentals Your Day... Your Way... Your Choice of Caterer Your Choice of Decorator Hall rentals for parties of 50 to 500 Guests Special discount for Friday Night Rentals at some facilities For more information Please call Jody at (905) 420-4623 Having a wedding this year? Maybe a birthday, anniver- sary or just a plain good old fashioned party? If you are then one thing you won’t want is a big hassle putting it all together. Parties can be a big prob- lem. There’s finding all of the dishes, breaking out the silver- ware and glasses with the hopes of having enough and that they’ll all match. Of course last but not least is cleaning up the mess. Dishes, dishes and more dishes to clean and put away. Where’s the fun in that? If you want a worry-free, relaxing party that’s heavy on fun and light on work give Al Gervais Party Rentals a call and ask about their “Party in a Box”. Owner George Ogston says that their “Party in a Box” means all you’ll need at your party is the guests and the food. “We’ll deliver everything you’ll need for a great party,” says George. “Open your box and you’ll find dishes, serving platters, glasses, linens, flatware and more.” But that’s not the best part. Once the meal is over there’s no decision about who will clean up. “All you have to do is take all of the dirty dishes and put them back in the box,” says George. “We’ll pick them up, take them away and do the dish- es for you. After dinner you can relax and enjoy the evening with no clean up to do.” Sound too good to be true? Well this is no dream. What’s more perfect than having a great dinner and leaving the hassles to someone else. Al Gervais Party Rentals have been in the party supply business for over 50 years. So they know a thing or two about what you need to make your special occasion an event to remember. George says they’ve come a long way from the days of delivering in the back of the fam- ily station wagon, in trailers and in old Eaton catalogue trucks. Today, they have 8 five-ton trucks with a central radio dis- patched system and more than 40 staff who have learned a lot from their customers who in turn have made them a leader in the GTA when it comes to event support. “We have grown, diversi- fied and computerized, all in hopes of serving our customers better,” he says. “With a focus on providing comprehensive ser- vice, we have expanded our inventory to include an array of tents.” They have complete tent packages which includes set up and take down. For weddings the tent is set up on Thursday and stays until Sunday so you can use it for your rehearsal too. The tents can be used for any occasion including corpo- rate events and proms. Al Gervais also has a show service division, enabling them to function as a one-stop source for corporate clients whether it be the rental of a podium for a speech, a skirted table for a pre- sentation, or a complete trade show to display your wares, they will be there to fulfill your requirements. Al Gervais is a major sup- plier to this year’s Bridal Show as well as many other Ajax- Pickering News Advertiser events. They‘re open 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekly and 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sundays. They also have a 24 hour emer- gency response line. Just call (905) 426-RENT (7368) or toll free 1-888- Gervais(437-8247). You can also visit their website and fill out an order form at www.algervais.com. Let the Festivities Begin with Al Gervais Party Rentals Just a few of the more than 40 staff to serve your wedding and special event needs. A/P PAGE 20 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001 Complete catering packages available. Exclusive caterers to the Parkwood Estate Gardens. 804 Ritson Road South Oshawa Call 905-728-5167 Fax 905-728-6544 Toll Free 1-877-218-0387 Complete Catering & Theme Decor Tapestries • Floral & Printed Linens • China • Glassware • Tents • Bistro ChairsTapestries • Floral & Printed Linens • China • Glassware • Tents • Bistro Chairs • Gold Ballroom Chairs • Tables • Silver Urns • Archways • Pillars • Backdrops NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001 PAGE 21 A/P Join us at the Pickering Bridal Show! January 28, 2001 Pickering Town Centre (905) 420-7600 Visit our booth at the show and find out how you can SAVE $100 off your Honeymoon!* Pick up a copy of Sunquest’s new winter brochure featuring the beautiful Radisson Cable Beach Resort in Nassau, Bahamas and don’t forget to enter for your chance to WIN YOUR HONEYMOON at the Radisson compliments of Sunquest and the Radisson Cable Beach Resort! *Savings of $100 is per couple, per booking, based on a minimum $1000 per person new booking only. Pickering Town Centre (905) 420-7600 Bunny’s Catering offers its clients both top quality catering and professional hall decorat- ing services. President John Oortwyn says both services are offered because that’s what their cus- tomers were asking for. “More and more people are looking for one stop shopping when planning a wedding,” he says. “We feel that the decorat- ing service compliments our catering.” John’s wife Anita is super- vises this service so give her a call and she’ll sit down with you and work out all of the details. “You can have everything from simple to elaborate,” she says. “What ever fits into your budget.” All of the work will be done the day of your event and taken down that night or the next day. Of course when it comes to planning your meal Bunny;s Catering is the preferred choice because of their trusted and respected reputation in Durham Region and beyond. John says the dinner you serve your guests is one of the most important parts of any wedding. “That’s why it has to be there when you need it and pre- pared to perfection,” he says. Bunny’s Catering has had plenty of practice perfecting its craft of catering to the culinary needs of its clients. Since 1963, couples have chosen Bunny's Catering to make their meal a memorable experience at an affordable price They also choose them because Bunny’s, knows tim- ing is everything. John says, that above all, his clients want everything to go as planned and that means getting the food to the hall right before dinner is scheduled to be served. “Through our many years of experience, we know how long it takes to get to every hall in Durham,” he says. “And when you’re doing three or four weddings in one day, it’s essen- tial that everyone works as a team to get the food to the client when they need it.” John says taking the time to find the right caterer can not only ensure the right timing but can also save lots of money for the small amount of time invested in looking for one. For your meal, Bunny's will help you find the perfect courses to suit your budget and you can choose from a wide variety of appetizers, entrees and desserts. You can also choose three different dinner styles includ- ing plate, buffet or the very popular country style. "Most prefer the country- style, where the food is set on the table and you can pick and choose what you want," says John. "You can also have as much as you want because our staff keeps your table full." It's suggested you book three months to a year in advance, depending on whether or not you want your wedding day during the prime months of May, June or September, rather than the slower months of the year. On the day of the wedding, Bunny's uniformed staff will serve your dinner and take care of all the clean up. Bunny's can cater dinners, small or large, as well as cock- tail receptions, which are becoming popular with many couples. For information call 434- 2444 or visit their office at 350 Marwood Drive in Oshawa. Bunny’s Catering takes care of all your food and decorating needs The owners of Bunny’s Catering in Oshawa are from left, Nancy,Ted, Anita and John Oortwyn. ADVERTISING FEATUREA/P PAGE 22 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001 Wee Tartan Shop Kilt Rentals available for that Traditional Scottish Wedding. 221 Queen St., Port Perry (905) 985-6573 $125only • Custom Kilts • British & Scottish Foods • Celtic Jewellery • Celtic Music Start your wedding off with a touch of class Wedding Envelopes ~ Menus ~ Place Cards Chancery Italic, Gothic or Gaelic 905-686-1325 ~ 40 Bolland Cres. ~ Ajax Calligraphy by Faulkner Getting Married? We rent Banquet Halls for up to 320 people with dance floors. • Jack n’ Jills • Showers • Receptions Reserve Today Space Limited Recreation Services (905) 619-2529 ext. 7256 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001 PAGE 23 A/P book your appointment at the show for a chance to win FREE wedding flower package value up to $1200.00 Some conditions apply visit booth for details Bearly CountryBearly Country Floral Design “Your Wedding Specialists” Call Debbie to book your personal Appt. (905)683-5844 FREE decorating services available! When you book your Wedding with Bearly Country Silk, Fresh, Dried, Floral arrangements For your Wedding day • Bouquets • Boutonniere • Corsages • Flower girl Baskets • Centre Pieces • FREE Throw away Great Package Deals available at affordable prices Wedding Cakes To Match Your Dreams! Specialty Cakes made to order for all occasions: *Weddings *Anniversaries *Birthdays *Up to Date Characters Cakes... by Tracey 420-5465420-5465911 Gablehurst Crescent, Pickering For over 20 years Tuxedo Royale has been fitting tuxedos for wed- dings, black tie events and gradua- tions. Tuxedo Royale offers the finest collection of famous designer styled tuxedos for your special day. Names like Chaps, Ralph Lauren, Geoffrey Beene, Fumagalli’s, Neil Allyn, Raffinati, Oscar de la Renta, Perry Ellis and Lubiam exemplify the dedication of Tuxedo Royale to supply you with the finest styles available. Bold new looks in exciting colours, patterns and textures along with the newest designs in vests, ties and more create unlimited possibili- ties for your special occasion. Tuxedo Royale has 17 locations including the following: PICKERING TOWN CENTRE (905) 831-0222 TORONTO EATON CENTRE (416) 591-7200 MARKVILLE SHOPPING CENTRE Markham (905) 479-9222 FAIRVIEW MALL Willowdale (416) 493-6900 PARKWAY MALL Scarborough (416) 447-5553 HILLCREST MALL Richmond Hill (905) 884-6141 CLOVERDALE MALL Etobicoke (416) 239-3074 WOODBINE CENTRE Rexdale (416) 674-4603 BRAMALEA CITY CENTRE (905) 793-4322 UPPER CANADA MALL New market (905) 853-6962 SHERIDAN MALL - MISSISSAUGA (905) 855-1451 MAPLEVIEW CENTRE Burlington (905) 681-8622 FAIRVIEW PARK MALL Kitchener (519) 895-1827 CATARAQUI TOWN CENTRE Kingston (613) 384-3873 EASTGATE SQUARE Stoneycreek/Hamilton (905) 560-8228 SQUARE ONE Mississauga (905) 306-9474 HEAD OFFICE AND SHOWROOM Markham (416) 798-7617. You can also check out their website at www.tuxedoroyale.com You’ll find the finest styles at Tuxedo Royale KvH FASHIONS Custom Designed Bridal Gowns Head Pieces & Hats • Silk Flowers • Table Centres • And lots more Be sure to visit our booth January 28th at the Bridal Show (Pickering Rec. Complex) KvH FASHIONS 224 Brock St. N., Whitby (905) 666-KVH5 (5845) 52 Church St. South Pickering Village, Ajax 1-888-707-1111 (905) 619-9799 Sherwood Bridal Co. Sherwood Bridal Co. www.sherwoodbridals.com Email sherwood@sherwoodbridals.com Need an Elegant Setting For Your Wedding Reception? • Wedding Receptions • Corporate Events • Private Parties • Fine Cuisine Prepared and Served in an Elegant Setting 570 Westney Rd. S. Unit #15a, Ajax (905) 619-9858 Highway #2 401 Bayly Street Westney Rd.N S EW Many soon-to-be grooms may be left in the dark as to what is the proper etiquette for the series of events leading up to and including their wedding day. Here is a humor- ous list of guidelines to hand a buddy or relative shortly before he gets hitched, courtesy of WeddingHumor.com reprinted with permission from Nathan’s Collection of Humor. ANNOUNCEMENT It is the responsibility of the bride’s family to announce the wed- ding in a local newspaper. The announcement should include: A photograph of the bride (a high- school yearbook picture is accept- able); name of the groom, education completed by both the bride and groom (DO NOT include elementary school, unless that was the terminal degree); current employment and planned residence after the ceremo- ny. If living with the bride’s parents, it is not necessary to specify where in the house you will reside. INVITATIONS Because you are having a planned wedding and you are expecting a lot of free stuff, you must send out invitations. They do not have to be lengthy. Something like: “You are invited to watch _____ and _____ make it legal on _____.” will suffice nicely. If you don’t want to be so formal, you can always run down to the local bar and yell, “If you ain’t doing nothin’ on _____, why don’t you stop by my house for a cold one about two o’clock. Me and _____’s having some friends over to watch the ball game and witness our wed- ding.” PROPER ATTIRE For the bride, the key words are “be conservative.” No matter how good it may look, she should refrain from wedding outfits made with spandex or adorned with fringe. Excessive slits and dips are also frowned upon. For the groom, a rented tuxedo is haute couture, but if it means the dif- ference between going on a honey- moon and staying home, consider some alternatives. For example, a leisure suit with a cummerbund and a clean work shirt can create a fine appearance. And though possibly uncomfortable, say yes to socks and shoes for this special occasion. THE CEREMONY At the point in the ceremony which says, “If anybody has any rea- son why these two should not be joined in matrimony ...” tell the offi- ciant not to pause too long; old flames sometimes die hard and talk too much. As the ceremony is con- cluded, you and your spouse should realize that a short kiss will do. RECEPTION Remember to reserve the hall far in advance. It is perfectly accept- able to ask guests to wipe their feet before entering the hall. After all, the cleaning deposit can be the differ- ence between an oil change and a full tune-up for the car. And remember, when dancing, never remove undergarments, no matter how hot it is! Take a Humourous Look at a ‘Proper’ Wedding SPRING BRIDAL EVENT 2001 SUNDAY, JANUARY 28, 2001 11 A.M. TO 4 P.M. PICKERING RECREATION COMPLEX ADVERTISING FEATURE Decorating by Mary You shouldn’t work on your Wedding Day! • • • • • • Let us decorate your ceremony and reception locations at a price comparable to renting. • Decorations individually priced to suit any budget. • Colour co-ordinating available. • Rentals Available. Book your video with: “Memories Forever Video Productions” (905) 427-3855 and receive a 10% discount on your decorating. Call Mary for an appointment 905-427-3855 Over 38 Years Experience In The Food Service Industry “The Complete Catering Service” Bunny’s is also a member of the Canadian Association of Caterers. 434-2444 350 MARWOOD AVE., OSHAWA A/P PAGE 24 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001 Step Two in Dance Studio Make your first dance something to remember WALTZ - Elegant & Romantic BALLROOM & LATIN - Learn style and grace and have fun. SWING & JIVE - Just let yourself go. GROUP & FAMILY RATES Call & Book NOW 837-STEP 7837 We’ll teach you to Step Two Stylein Special Wedding Packages Available Enroll them this winter! Creative Movement / Creative Dance • no levels or exams • children learn multiple dances at one time • adult classes available separate from this program Call Jody 837-7837 Every kid loves to dance. SPRING BRIDAL EVENT 2001 SUNDAY, JANUARY 28, 2001 11 A.M. TO 4 P.M. PICKERING RECREATION COMPLEX All the reasons to register at The Bay just got even better. When you register before February 28, 2001, you will be eligible to win a honeymoon at the 4-Star All-Inclusive Almond Beach Club in Barbados!* That’s only one of the great advantages of The Bay’s Gift Registry. Our expert Consultants will help you determine your needs and help you create your Bridal wish list that will be sure to help you both get a great start on your new life together. Customize your registry list from our envi- able collection of the best brand names, and private names, all available in styles to suit you, with the best values to suit everyone’s budget. Our state-of-the-art computerized Registry is available in every Bay store coast- to-coast, as well as on our web site, www.thebay.ca, to make shopping convenient for your relatives and friends from around the globe. As each gift selection is updated at the same time as they are purchased, both you and your guests will not have to worry about these gifts being duplicated. It’s really that simple. You choose the items you want, then your friends and family will know exactly what you need, and we look after all the arrangements. The Bay - where shopping is good, Our Gift Registry makes it even better! Visit our booth at the Bridal Show to learn why more couples choose The Bay Gift Registry more than any other store in Canada! And, don’t miss out on your chance to win your honeymoon or one of our other great prizes. Gift Registry at *Honeymoon contest courtesy of The Bay Gift Registry, The Bay Travel, Air Canada Vacations and Almond Resorts. PICKERING TOWN CENTRE 905-837-8691 ext. 341 The Best Time To Register Is Now! ADVERTISING FEATURE PICKERING TOWN CENTRE NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001 PAGE 25 A/P Visit The Bay Gift Registry booth and fill out a ballot to win 25,000 Air Miles® Reward Miles. Draw will be held on March 1st, 2001. Winner will be notified by telephone. Entry forms available only at the Bridal Show. See booth for full contest rules and eligibility. No purchase necessary. FOR INQUIRIES, CALL THE BAY, PICKERING AT: 905-837-8691 EXTENSION 341 OR REGISTER ON-LINE AT: WWW.THE BAY.CA WARE® Our experienced Bridal Consultants can explain to you the benefits you will enjoy by putting your bridal wish list on our state-of-the-art system. It's a worry-free way of ensuring your guests will know exactly what you need. Customize your list to suit your personal style in housewares, tableware, linens, even electronics and luggage for the honeymoon. And because The Bay's Gift Registry is linked to over 100 Bay stores across Canada, a guest from Halifax can have a beautifully wrapped gift delivered to a bride in Victoria. When you register at The Bay Gift Registry, you will receive 100 BONUS AIR MILES® reward miles. You get the perfect gift, and your guests also get the benefit of receiving AIR MILES® reward miles. Talk to a Bridal consultant at the Bay. It's bound to be the start of a beautiful friendship. Gift Registry Hundreds of Great Gift Ideas, One Registry TM PICKERING TOWN CENTRE Win! WE SPECIALIZE IN MOTHER OF THE BRIDEWE SPECIALIZE IN MOTHER OF THE BRIDE We’re Closer than you Think! Less than 5 minutes •401 W. (from Whites Rd.) Exit Kingston Rd. Right at 1st Exit (Lawson Rd.) At Lights turn left to Felicia’s 366 Old Kingston Rd. • West Hill • (East of Morningside & Military Trail)416-281-9966 Wide Range In Prices But You’ll Always Get Your Money’s Worth! Pickering Town Centre Drop by our booth to see a beautiful table centerpiece courtesy of Come and experience the Alfred Sung Sensory Treasure Chest. And enter our draw Sample these fragrances: and the original Join Us At The 2001 Spring Bridal Show Sunday, January 28th flowers by YOUR EXCLUSIVE FLORIST Join us @ 2:00 for the fashion show featuring our line of Bridesmaid and Mother of The Bride Dresses. Featuring: The SEARS R e q u e s t G i f t R e g i s t r y Mini Make ov e r s b y L a n c o m e and a Lancom e P r i z e D r a w . We want to m a k e g i f t s e l e c t i n g e a s y f o r y o u and your gue s t s . J o i n u s a t t h e s h o w a n d register right t h e r e a t o u r G i f t R e g i s t r y Booth. If you registe r a t t h e s h o w , y o u r e c e i v e a ballot for a c h a n c e t o w i n a $200 00 Merchandise C e r t i f i c a t e . A/P PAGE 26 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001 If the thought of a spring vacation with your children sounds closer to a hassle than a holiday, it’s time to find out reasons why it may turn out to be a terrific break for the whole family. exit.ca, Canada’s largest supplier of on- line all-inclusive vacation packages and charter flights, offers up their top tips on what to look for when planning a family va- cation. “The number-one priority for most fami- lies shopping for spring break packages is to ensure that the destination has a wide range of activities for the entire family to enjoy,” says Michel Boilard, general manager, exit.ca. “We have access to the largest supply of packaged vacations online, including great deals designed for adults with children, so exit.ca is naturally a safe place to start when searching for vacations,” he says. With more than 12,000 choices for holi- day destinations, exit.ca highlights the fol- lowing features available to Canadians who are looking for family fun and relaxation: • Specials where children can stay and eat for free. • Activities just for children. • Day care facilities. • Babysitting. • Instructional facilities - learn how to water ski, learn how to swim, etc. • Family excursions. Here are some of exit.ca’s Spring Break specials that can be booked online at www.exit.ca or via telephone with a travel agent at 1-877-277-exit (3948): Sol Club Las Sirenas Varadero, Cuba 4 Star Resort Children under seven years stay and eat for free when sharing a room with two adults. No matter the age of your child, try the Sol Club Las Sirenas where there are activities from 0-12 years of age Holiday Inn SunSpree Resort Marina Cove St. Petersburg, Florida 3 Star Hotel For the kids, children under 13 eat for free from their own special kids’ menu. Great playground and supervised activities for their enjoyment. Club Maeva Manzanillo, Cuba 3 1/2 Star Resort Kids club for children two to 12 years old Club Santa Lucia Camaguey, Cuba 3 1/2 Star Resort One child under 13 stays and eats for free when sharing with two adults. Set in exotic tropical gardens next to the sec- ond largest reef in the world. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001 PAGE 27 A/P Travel &TOURISM NEWS ADVERTISER Jan. 26, 2001 Make spring break vacation an adventure for the whole family Several destinations offer fun and relaxation for all Families can enjoy a host of vacation destinations during the popular spring break travel period. 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For full details and terms and conditions, refer to the current Canada 3000 Sun Affordably brochure. NASSAU Clarion Resort South Ocean Golf, Dive & Beach Resort Air & Hotel Sunday, March 25, April 1 4 NIGHTS $869 Save $80 per couple BAYAHIBE (LA ROMANA) Gran Dominicus Sunday, March 25 Sunday, April 1, 8, 15, 22 7 NIGHTS $1279 Save $140 per couple AllINCLU SIVE!135 Harwood Ave. N., Ajax 683-8411 1180 Simcoe St. N., Unit 7, Oshawa 571-2231 1305 Pickering Pkwy., The Pickering Corporate Centre, Pickering 831-1521 3050 Garden Street, Whitby 666-8266 905-426-6242 Located in Wal-Mart Ajax OPEN Mon. - Fri. 9 A.M. - 9 P.M. Sat. 9 A.M. - 6 P.M. Sun. 12 - 6 P.M. 726 KINGSTON RD. PICKERING 831-5253 Please recycle me! Following are the new movie re- leases being screened at cinemas in Ajax and Pickering this weekend. THE WEDDING PLANNER Starring: Jennifer Lopez, Bridgette Wilson-Sampras, Matthew Mc- Conaughey. Directed by Adam Schankman. Your wedding day. It must be glori- ous. It must be perfect. It must be the most memorable, idyllic and over- whelming love-filled occasion of your entire life. And there’s only one person who can make this dream be- come a glowing reality — the wed- ding planner. But this time, the one who makes everyone else’s dream come true, ‘A’- list San Francisco wedding planner Mary Fiore (Lopez), has finally found the man of all her dreams — or has she? While celebrating her newest and most lucrative account — the wed- ding of Internet tycoon Fran Donelly (Wilson-Sampras) — Mary is rescued from a near-fatal collision with a run- away dumpster by handsome pedia- trician Steve Edison (McConaughey). After spending the most enchanting evening of their lives together, Mary thinks she’s finally found a reason to believe in love. What she doesn’t know is that cupid and her career are about to col- lide head-on. (Cineplex-Odeon Ajax 10 Cinemas and Famous Players Pickering 8). SUGAR & SPICE Starring: Marley Shelton, James Marsden, Rachel Blanchard. Directed by Francine McDougall. Lincoln High School’s A-squad cheerleaders, a group of sassy, sharp- tongued, but sweet young ladies, de- cide to remain loyal to the cheerlead- ers’ ‘Oath of Allegiance and Confor- mity’no matter what. When the going gets tough, they stick together...or is that stick ‘em up? The A-squad is your typical group of mall-going, pizza-eating, Ouija board-consulting, boy-chasing, lock- er room-gossiping 21st century American teens living on the edge of perfection. Diane (Shelton), the captain of the squad, is in love with star quarterback Jack Bartlett (Marsden). High school is heaven until Jack and Diane find themselves in an unexpected adult sit- uation, and in desperate need of cash. In order to help friend Diane, the A- squad goes where no cheerleader had gone before: taking on a little after- school project known as bank rob- bery. (Famous Players Pickering 8 - Pick- ering Town Centre). DOUBLE TAKE Starring: Eddie Griffin, Orlando Jones, Vivica A. Fox. Directed by George Gallo. A framed financier on the lam in Mexico steals another man’s passport for a quick identity change, only to discover that his pseudonym is on more wanted lists than his own. He then teams up with a supposed street hustler, unaware that the man is really a government agent. (Famous Players Pickering 8 - Pick- ering Town Centre). For a complete listing of what’s playing, contact your local cinema. P PAGE 28 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001 Entertainment NEWS ADVERTISER Jan. 26, 2001 JASON LIEBREGTS/ News Advertiser photo Bust a move Chris Martino shows fine form while practising his dance moves at the Ajax Community Centre. This windmill was completed to perfection. Youth in the community often use some of the floor space at the rec centre to practice their moves. Weekend at the movies... Love blooms in The Wedding Planner Arts council meets Feb. 7 PICKERING —Dis- cussing the arts and enter- tainment for the PineRidge Arts Council’s annual gen- eral meeting is on the group’s agenda for next month’s get-together. The arts council will meet Wednesday, Feb. 7 at the Pickering Recreation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Rd., starting at 7 p.m. Admission is free. All are welcome to attend the meeting. For more information, contact PineRidge Arts Council president Cathy Schnippering at (905) 509- 3855. PAYDAY ADVANCES 310 - CASH PICKERING 8 905-839-2994 PICKERING TOWN CENTRE FAMOUS PLAYERS BIG SCREEN! BIG SOUND! 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WHAT WOMEN WANT Mel Gibson PG1:00, 3:20, 7:00, 9:20 EMPEROR’S NEW GROOVE Animated 1:10, 3:10, 7:10 F 9:00 Only PG PGVERTICAL LIMIT Chris O’Donnell 9:00 Only ANTI-TRUST Ryan Phillippe GIVE THE GIFT OF MOVIES $5 & $10 GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE 13 DAYS Kevin Costner PGDTS 1:00, 3:35, 7:00, 9:35 DTS 1:00. 3:30, 7:00, 9:30 PGFINDING FORRESTER Sean Connery FAMILY MAN Nicolas Cage PG HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS Jim Carrey 1:00, 3:00, 7:00 F CAST AWAY Tom Hanks DTS 1:00, 3:30, 7:00, 9:30 PG AAPROOF OF LIFE Meg Ryan CHARLIE’S ANGELS Drew Barrymore 9:00 ONLY PG PG 9:00 Only Mature Theme Frightening Scenes 1:00, 3:20, 7:00, 9:20 Violence 1:10, 3:10, 7:10 F Mature Theme, Language May Offend Coarse Language, Mature Theme RUGRATS IN PARIS Animated 102 DALMATIANS Glenn Close 1:05, 3:05, 7:05 P L A Y LPA A C E BIGGER BURGER BIGGER VALUE Pickering Dairy Queen 1099 Kingston Rd., L1V 1B5 (905) 831-2665 DRIVE THRU TRUE VALUE is something we all say we want, even insist on, but I wonder with the tempting way fast food is presented all over the TV whether we really care sometimes WHAT SIZE WE GET or HOW MUCH IT COSTS or HOW IT TASTES. If it’s hot and filling then you’re happy. You see a juicy looking burger on TV and that picture is burned into your mind and you want it! One of the things I’m sold on at Dairy Queen is that the corporation does it’s homework. The hamburgers we sell at the Pickering Dairy Queen have it all when it comes to VALUE, SIZE and TASTE. Check and see if you agree. First the regular Dairy Queen burger is big, almost 3 oz. Every day, every month, every year. I challenge you to find a bigger regular burger at a better price. Our double cheeseburger is over 1/3 pound which blows away any quarter pounder. Over a third of a pound of pure beef! AND WE DON’T USE SMALLER BURGERS ON OUR SALES. IT’S ALWAYS THE SAME SIZE BURGER. Yes, we could sell our burgers for less if we started using smaller patties but we won’t go that route. Second, you can have all the fresh toppings you want, the way you want it, ABSOLUTELY FREE. Lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, onions, Mayo, ketchup, mustard and relish. On every burger no extra charge! We don’t put your condiments on in advance. It takes a little longer but it’s worth it! Third, some want their burgers fried like they do at Wendy’s and McDonald’s. At the DQ we FLAME BOILED the burgers. You can instantly taste the beef flavour. Fourth, you can have your CHOICE OF BUNS whether it’s our toasted sesame seed buns or our fresh 100% whole wheat buns. It’s your choice at no extra charge. Fifth, when you order a combo hamburger value meal (burger, fries and drink) at our store you can add a 2.19 DQ sundae, with over 30 delicious toppings, FOR ONLY 99 CENTS. The coin you are given to redeem your sundae is good that day or any day, any month any year! It’s time to compare and see if you are really getting VALUE for your hard earned dollar. Add to that the great staff and the clean store as well as the best desserts in the world and you have REAL VALUE. Dairy Queen has done it’s homework. Now we just have to get the word out. FREE Ultimate™ Hamburger with the purchase of the same and fries or onion rings This coupon in not redeemable with any other coupon or special offer. Sales tax extra. One per customer per visit. Expires Feb. 16, 2001 Not valid with a Value Meal TM 905-426-6242 Located in Wal-Mart Ajax OPEN Mon. - Fri. 9 A.M. - 9 P.M. Sat. 9 A.M. - 6 P.M. Sun. 12 - 6 P.M. THE FIRST ONE’S ON US. THE FIRST ONE’S ON US. AT YOUR PONTIAC•BUICK DEALER OR DON’T PAY FOR 90 DAYS AND NO DOWN PAYMENT REQUIRED.†† GENERAL MOTORS PAYS YOUR INTEREST FOR 90 DAYS ON PURCHASE FINANCING. We’d like you to know more:Come visit us at your local dealer, on our website at www.gmcanada.com or call us at 1-800-GM-DRIVE. ‡‡Tests conducted by the US National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).††Offers apply to 2001 Pontiac Sunfire, Pontiac Grand Am, Buick Century and Pontiac Montana. General Motors will pay first month’s GMAC purchase finance or lease payment up to $500.00 inclusive of taxes. *Offers based on Sunfire Sedan SLX R7Z/Grand Am SE Sedan R7X/Century Custom R7Z/Montana RWB R7A. Annual cost of borrowing 1.9%/4.9%/5.4%/3.9% per annum. Annual kilometre limit of 20,000 km, $0.12 per excess kilometre. Option to purchase at lease end is $7,918.00/$8,867.30/$11,413.50/$12,461.40 (Sunfire Sedan SLX R7Z/Grand Am SE Sedan R7X/Century Custom R7Z/Montana RWB R7A) plus applicable taxes. Other lease options available. *†**Freight (as indicated), licence, insurance, P.P.S.A., adminis- tration fees and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. †The SMARTLEASE monthly payment and the GMAC purchase finance rate are not available with and are not calculated on the “Cash Purchase Price” shown.The difference between the price for the SMARTLEASE/GMAC Purchase Finance offer and the “Cash Purchase” offer is deemed under provincial disclosure laws to be a cost of borrowing, whether or not the same represents actual interest, and is required to be expressed as an actual percentage rate which is 6.57%/4.57% (Grand Am SE Sedan R7X/Montana RWB R7A). ‡Financing on approved GMAC credit only. Example: $10,000 at 1.9% APR, the monthly payment is $174.84 for 60 months. Cost of borrowing is $490.40.Total obligation is $10,490.40. $10,000 at 2.9% APR, the monthly payment is $290.37 for 36 months. Cost of borrowing is $453.32. Total obligation is $10,453.32. $10,000 at 3.9% APR, the monthly payment is $225.34 for 48 months. Cost of borrowing is $816.32. Total obligation is $10,816.32. Down payment/trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. *†‡**Offers apply as indicated to select 2001 new or demonstrator models equipped as described, and to qualified retail customers in the Ontario Pontiac Buick GMC Dealer Marketing Association area only.Limited time offer which may not be combined with other offers.Dealer order or trade may be necessary.See your Dealer for conditions and details. For the latest information, drop by your local Pontiac • Buick • GMC Dealer, visit us at www.gmcanada.com or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE. •3.1 Litre V6 175 HP Engine • 4-Speed Automatic Transmission with Enhanced Traction System • 6-Passenger Seating with Quiet Interior • 6-Way Power Driver’s seat • Air Conditioning • Power Door Locks/Windows • Cruise Control • 2.4 Litre Twin Cam 150 HP Engine • 4-Speed Automatic Transmission with Enhanced Traction System • 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Braking System • 4-Wheel Independent Suspension • Air Conditioning • Power Door Locks • 3.4 Litre V6 185 HP Engine • 4-Speed Automatic Transmission • Air Conditioning • Power Door Locks/Windows 2001 Pontiac Grand Am SE Sedan 2001 Pontiac Montana 2001 Buick Century Custom •4-Speed Automatic Transmission with Traction Assist • Air Conditioning • Remote Keyless Entry • Power Door Locks • 6-Speaker CD Stereo 2001 Pontiac Sunfire Sedan SLX FIVE STAR SAFETY RATING. Pontiac Montana holds a 5-star driver seat rating in side-impact tests.‡‡ ✩✩✩✩✩ WE’LL PAY YOUR FIRST MONTH ON LEASE OR PURCHASE FINANCING. WE’LL PAY YOUR FIRST MONTH ON LEASE OR PURCHASE FINANCING. PURCHASE FINANCING 1.9% up to 60 months‡ 48 MONTH SMARTLEASE $218* $1,999 down payment, $730 freight and $300 security deposit required LEASE RATE 1.9% up to 48 months* 48 MONTH SMARTLEASE $262* $0 down payment, $730 freight and $300 security deposit required OR OR 48 MONTH SMARTLEASE $268* $2,250 down payment, $795 freight and $325 security deposit required PURCHASE FINANCING 2.9 % up to 36 months‡ 48 MONTH SMARTLEASE $326* $0 down payment, $795 freight and $375 security deposit required OR OR 48 MONTH SMARTLEASE $298* $3,400 down payment, $895 freight and $350 security deposit required 48 MONTH SMARTLEASE $377* $0 down payment, $895 freight and $450 security deposit required OR PURCHASE FINANCING 3.9% up to 48 months‡ OR 48 MONTH SMARTLEASE $258* $4,800 down payment, $940 freight and $300 security deposit required PURCHASE FINANCING 1.9% up to 60 months‡ 48 MONTH SMARTLEASE $365* $0 down payment, $940 freight and $425 security deposit required OR OR CASH PURCHASE $19,998† excludes freight of $795 OR PURCHASE PRICE $25,498** excludes freight of $895 CHOOSE 2-DOOR OR 4-DOOR CASH PURCHASE $25,428† excludes freight of $940 OR NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, January 12, 2001 PAGE 29 A/P Just the fax: 683-7363 FRIDAY, JAN. 26 CHURCH SALE:St. Martin’s Anglican Church, 1201 St. Mar- tin’s Dr. in Pickering, hosts a ‘New to You Sale’ from 7 to 9 p.m. Used clothing, toys, books and a white elephant table. Call 839-4257 for more information on the event. ADDICTION SUPPORT:The Serenity Group 12-Step Recovery meeting is at 8 p.m. at the Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd., Pickering. The group deals with all types of addictions, in- cluding co-dependency. Child- care program available. Call 428- 9431 (Jim, in the evenings for more information). SATURDAY, JAN. 27 OPEN HOUSE:There will be a Health and Nutrition Open house from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at 550 Kingston Rd. Pickering. Call 686-5196 for more information on the event. TUESDAY, JAN. 30 PARENTAL SUPPORT:A sup- port group meets locally every Tuesday at 7:15 p.m. for parents of kids involved in drugs, alco- hol, running away, dropping out of school, crimes and parental abuse. Call (416) 223-7444 or 1- 800-488-5666 for location, infor- mation. FRIENDSHIP CLUB:The Tuesday Morning Discussion Group meets at 9:30 a.m. at the St. Andrew’s Seniors Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. Bill Parish will speak on regional political divi- sions in Canada from 1940 to 2000. Everyone welcome. Call 619-0315 (Betty) for more infor- mation. ALZHEIMER’S LECTURE: The Durham Region Alzheimer Society holds a free lecture from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the McLaughlin Branch auditorium of the Oshawa Public Library, 65 Bagot St. Geriatrician Dr. Jenny Ingram will speak on Alzheimer’s disease and the importance of getting an early di- agnosis. Preregistration neces- sary. Call (905) 576-2567 or 1- 888-301-1106 for more informa- tion. TUTORS NEEDED:Discover the satisfaction of helping adults improve their literacy skills by becoming a volunteer tutor. Tu- tors are needed Tuesday evenings in Ajax until the end of May. Call 440-4507 (Karen) for more information on the tutoring program. YOGA:The Sahaja Yoga Medita- tion group holds free classes every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the main branch of the Ajax Public Library, Harwood Avenue and Kings Crescent, next to Town Hall. Help reduce stress and anx- iety. Call 416-759-4912 or click on www.SahajaYoga.org for more information. WEDNESDAY, JAN. 31 SINGLE PARENT SUPPORT: The One Parent Families Associ- ation, Ajax/Pickering Chapter, meets at 8 p.m. at the Ajax Crick- et Club on Monarch Avenue, south of Bayly Street, for both custodial and non-custodial par- ents, whether your children are two or 42. All are welcome. Call 837-9670 for more information on the group and its community- based events. AJAX PICKERING TOAST- MASTERS CLUB:Anyone in- terested in developing stronger public speaking, leadership and communication skills is welcome to attend the group’s regular meetings at the Pickering Nuclear Visitor’s Centre. A meet and greet is held at 7:15 p.m., and the meeting runs from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Call 686- 2195 (Mariska Thomas) for more information. ❑ ❑ ❑ To have your non-profit group’s upcoming events listed in the News Advertiser’s Billboard, send the information to us by fax at 905-683-7363 or email the information to tony.doyle@durhamnews.net. Deadline for submissions is one week prior to your group’s event. BILLBOARD JAN. 26, 2001 Las Vegas comes to Pickering Community members are in- vited to help the United Way of Ajax Pickering celebrate the end of its 2000 cam- paign at a Viva Las Vegas evening in Pick- ering Feb. 3. The event at the Pickering Recreation Complex is de- signed to honour the efforts of local companies and volunteers who contributed to the campaign. The total raised in the 2000 cam- paign will be an- nounced at the dinner. The goal was $1.35 mil- lion. “Guests will enjoy an evening of fabulous food, spirited dancing and Las Vegas- style entertain- ment,” states a news release. Doors open at 6 p.m. with din- ner at 6:30 p.m. and the presenta- tion of the cam- paign awards at 7:30 p.m. Danc- ing and enter- tainment begin at 9:00 p.m. Music will be provided by Two for the Show. Tickets are $50 per person. The Pickering Recreation Complex is lo- cated at 1867 Valley Farm Rd. For more in- formation, call the United Way at 686-0606.416-261-33112660 KINGSTON RD. SCARBOROUGH 401 Kingston BrimleyMidlandOUT OF TOWN 1-800-267-3673 NEW CAR HOTLINE *24 Month Red Carpet Lease based on $2,995 downpayment or equivalent trade value plus freight, admin., lic. and all applicable taxes. 20,000 km per year included. O.A.C. LOOKING FOR A Valentine’s Day Present? – WE GOT IT – BRAND NEW 2001 FOCUS SE SPORT 4-DR. 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N, 2nd Floor (Between King St. & Bond St.) Oshawa Actual Attendant 905- 720-2544 BRIDES SPRING 2001 Sunday, January 28, 2001 Pickering Recreation Complex TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE At The Following Locations: Galbraith Jewellers, Ajax Tuxedo Royale, Pickering Pickering Photo, Pickering Sherwood Bridal, Ajax The Bay, Gift Registry, Pickering Sears, Cosmetics, Pickering Sears Travel, Pickering Kings & Queens VIP Salons, Ajax News Advertiser, Ajax book your appointment at the show for a chance to win FREE wedding flower package value up to $1200.00 Some conditions apply visit booth for details Bearly CountryBearly Country Floral Design “Your Wedding Specialists” Call Debbie to book your personal Appt. (905)683-5844 FREE decorating services available! When you book your Wedding with Bearly Country Silk, Fresh, Dried, Floral arrangements For your Wedding day •Bouquets •Boutonniere •Corsages •Flower girl Baskets •Centre Pieces •FREE Throw away Great Package Deals available at affordable prices A/P PAGE 30 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001 BY AL RIVETT Sports Editor PICKERING —It didn’t take long for Pickering Olympian Perdita Felicien to get back on track and break another hurdling record at the University of Illi- nois recently. In the first indoor meet of her collegiate career, Felicien — who represented Canada at the 2000 Summer Olympic Games — smashed another school record in the 60-metre hurdles at the annual Illinois Invitational Meet at the Armory track in Champaign, Ill. Felicien ran the event in a personal best time of 8.20 seconds, which broke the University of Illinois school record of 8.24 set back in 1996. Moreover, the time was also the fastest in the na- tion so far this season, as well as the second fastest in the history of the Big 10 Conference. Her time of 8.20 is also a provisional quali- fying time for the Na- tional Collegiate Athlet- ic Association Indoor Track and Field Cham- pionships, slated for the University of Arkansas March 9 and 10. By posting a provisional time, it means she’s met the minimum standard to qualify for the nation- al championships. If she meets or equals a time of 8.17, she’ll automati- cally qualify for nation- als. Felicien notes it was the first time she’s com- peted in the 60-metre hurdles in two years, but it didn’t stop her from running a record-break- ing race. “I felt really good,” says Felicien, in her sophomore year at the U. of Illinois, but in her freshman season run- ning indoors for the Fighting Illini women’s track team. “It was a good opener for me; a great way to start the season.” For her record-break- ing achievement, Feli- cien was named the Big 10 Conference’s athlete of the week for women’s track and field. “This was a great start for Perdita,” Uni- versity of Illinois head track coach Gary Winckler in a posting on the university’s athletics Web site. “She ran a re- ally solid race and her time was pretty impres- sive, considering it was her first indoor competi- tion in almost two years.” She’ll compete in two more collegiate events before heading out to the Big 10 Conference championships next month. And, the Fight- ing Illini women’s track team is focused on bringing a Big 10 con- ference title back to Champaign. “We’re gearing up to win the (Big 10) title,” says Felicien, a graduate of Pine Ridge Sec- ondary School in Pick- ering. “Traditionally, we’ve finished in the top three, but that hasn’t happened in a couple of years. But, I think our NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001 PAGE 31 A/P Sports &LEISURE NEWS ADVERTISER Jan. 26, 2001 Pickering Olympian burns up the track at U.S. university Perdita Felicien breaks five-year-old 60-metre hurdles indoor record at Illinois team is stronger and deeper now, so we have a chance to win the title.” Following the indoor sea- son, the collegiate outdoor sea- son begins in late March. Feli- cien is coming off an outstand- ing freshman season for Illi- nois where she broke the school record in the 100-metre hurdles with a clocking of 12.91 seconds, the fastest time by a freshman in the history of the NCAA Track and Field Championships. She also earned all-American honours in two events last season. In addition to running on a collegiate level, Felicien is also looking forward to running for Canada at the World Track and Field Championships in Ed- monton in August. In fact, her family is already making plans to fly to Edmonton to watch her compete for Canada in the women’s 100-metre hurdles. “They’ve already booked everything, so I had better make it there or I’ll be in trou- ble,” she laughs. Felicien is also being hon- oured by the City of Pickering this month with a ‘Special Ci- tation Award’ for representing the city and Canada at the 2000 Olympics in Sydney, Australia. She notes it’s an honour to re- ceive the award, but due to school commitments, she’ll be unable to attend the ceremony on Jan. 29. “I’ve very excited about it,” she says. “I feel very much ap- preciated and honoured.” PERDITA FELICIEN Another record- breaking performance for the University of Illinois student. Lakeridge Health Whitby Family Health Centre Due to a shortage of Physicians, the Family Health Centre hours of operation will change effective February 1, 2001. New Hours: Doctor on Duty 7 am to 10 pm 7 days a week Nurse on Duty 24 hours a day 7 days a week For information call: (905) 668-6831 www.lakeridgehealth.on.caPICKERINGLION S CLUBPICKERING LIONS CLUB MADE A DIFFERENCE During 2000 the Pickering Lions donated approximately $54,000.00 to charities, individuals and the community. The recipients were: Ajax-Pickering Women’s Centre Pickering High School Army Cadets Pasan Durham School Board Bay Ridges Hockey Pickering Millennium Waterfront Big Brothers of Ajax-Pickering Pickering Scouts CNIB Seniors’ Valentine’s Party Canadian Diabetes Association Seniors’ Summer Party Children’s Christmas Party Special Olympics Dunbarton High School Three local families in need Gillian Hadley Children’s Fund World Heritage Bulletin John Howard Society Youth Challenge International Milliken Mills Cyclone Victims A special thank you to all persons who supported the Lions Club bingo and other fund raising projects throughout the year. We wish everyone a fantastic 2001!!! IF YOU WANT TO FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN BE OF SERVICE TO YOUR COMMUNITY, OR IF YOU KNOW WHERE WE CAN HELP PLEASE CALL: Lion Jerry at (416) 823-4795 or Lion Jan at (905) 509-5093 BY JIM EASSON Special to the News Advertiser AJAX — Wins were hard to come by for Annandale rinks competing at major curl- ing competitions last week- end. Annandale’s team of Darryl Hill, Meaghan O’Leary, Tim March, and Ashley Bianchi won the ‘B’ side at the Pepsi Bantam Mixed Zone Play- downs at the Oshawa Curling Club a week ago. The rink and its coach, Alex Bianchi, played at the re- gionals in Lindsay last week- end, but were sidelined after two games in the double- knockout competition. Also in Lindsay for the Pepsi Junior Mixed Curling Regionals was the team of Blair Metrakos, Shauna Critchley, Mat Critchley, Robin Wilson and coach Deb- bie Critchley. The Metrakos team won its first game, but exited after los- ing the next two. The equivalent of the Men’s Tim Horton Colts play- downs is Mike’s Hard Lemon- ade Trophy for the women. Two Annandale teams trav- elled to Sutton to compete in the zone playdown last week- end. Brenda O’Hara skipped the team of Kim Bourque, Joan O’Leary, and Sandra Thain at the event. The O’Hara rink ad- vanced to the ‘B’-side semifi- nal where the push for a berth in the final stalled. The other Annandale team of Susannah Moylan, Carol Wilson, Lois Dwyer and Jean Maloney went 0-2, thus being eliminated. The Moylan rink lost its second game to the O’Hara rink. Annandale will host the Nokia Cup Challenge Round Jan. 26 to 29. One slot in the Ontario men’s championship is up for grabs, and competi- tion will be fierce. Last year’s Ontario cham- pion, the Rich Moffatt rink from Ottawa, is one of the 11 teams entered in the challenge round. Games are slated for 8 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m., 2.30 pm, and 8 p.m. Saturday; 9.30 a.m., 2 p.m., and 7 p.m. Sunday; then Monday at 9.30 a.m. for the final unless the ‘B’-side win- ner gives the ‘A’-side winner his first loss. In that event, there will be a second game Monday. There is no admission charge to view this premier event. Winless weekend for curlers Annandale rinks compete at major curling events P PAGE 32 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001 Panthers’ forward top rookie in conference PICKERING — A Pickering Boyer Ponti- ac Panthers forward was a unanimous — and deserving — recipient of rookie-of-the-year honours this season. Matt Christie, 15, was the unanimous choice for the award as voted on by general managers in the OHA Ontario Provincial Ju- nior ‘A’ Hockey League’s South Confer- ence at their meeting in Georgetown Wednes- day night. “He’s the kind of player anyone would love to have on their team,” notes Panthers’ general manager Cliff Long. “He’s got it all — he seldom loses a face off, he’s physical and he’s just a great all-around player. There’s no- body else in his class in our division.” Long notes that his young star should re- ceive some consideration for conference and league most valuable player awards as well. The Ajax resident is currently in eighth place in conference scoring with 15 goals, 38 assists for 53 points and only 24 penalty min- utes. He’s also the leading scorer on the Pan- thers this season. MATT CHRISTIE Mill Run Golf & Country Club sous chef’s- short order cooks- waitresses- bartenders- snack bar help- inside custodian- outside maintenance- Pro Shop staff- Office Assistant/ Receptionist We look forward to meeting you & discussing the possibility of joining our team 269 Durham Road 8 Uxbridge JOBFAIR 1-800-465-8633 ext. 230 905-852-6212 ext. 230 Come and visit our facilities and find out more about employment opportunities We will be interviewing for the following positions: For more information call: January 27th & 28th 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Now you can stay at home longer with your new baby. The Government of Canada has extended maternity-parental leave from six months to one year. So now you have more choice about how much time you stay at home during your baby’s first year. You can choose to take the entire parental leave or share it between you and your spouse – staying home together or one after the other. How you choose to take the twelve months is entirely up to you. For more information, call toll-free 1 800 O-Canada (1 800 622-6232) or visit our Web site at: www.hrdc-drhc.gc.ca Users of TTY/TTD devices dial: 1 800 465-7735. For children born on or after December 31, 2000, or adopted children placed in your care on or after December 31, 2000. Our children. Our future. Children’s T-Ball (year of birth 1994-1996) Three Divisions Children’s Softball (year of birth 1982-1993) Ten Divisions Sunday FEB. 4th 10:00am to 2:00pm Tuesday FEB. 13th 7:00pm to 9:00pm Pickering Recreation Complex Second Floor, Valley Farm Rd. south of Hwy 2 Both Birth certificate and Ontario Health card must be presented upon registration $80 first child $60 each additional sibling FEES PRIOR TO Feb 14 2001 PROGRAM REGISTRATION Visit us on the web at:www.pickeringsoftball.com INFORMATION 420-6050 UMPIRES, SPONSORS, & COACHES 837-0606 Other Pickering Softball Programs (registration and/or information will be available) •Pickering Fastpitch (Rep) Softball •Recreational Softball: Men’s and Ladies •Pickering Select (Tournament Softball) •Slo-pitch: Men’s, Ladies and Mixed a non-profit community softball association recognized by the City of Pickering, community services and facilities PICKERING SOFTBALL ASSOCIATION Boys & Girls Welcome Ages 5 to 15 years old AJAX CENTRECOMNITYMU 2nd Exciting Season For information call (905) 924-1213 HOW TO REGISTER In Person at Ajax Community Centre Sun., Feb. 4/2001 - 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. By Phone: Call the info line and we’ll mail or fax you an application. By Mail: Pick up an application at Ajax C.C. anytime and mail to Ajax Summer Minor Hockey League Ages 5 to 15 years old May to August Season 14 Week S c h e d u l e Primetime Games (weeknight games only) Jerseys Awards Certified Officials Computerized Stats NO Fundraising Required Pick. & Ajax Residents Welcome By Internet: www.ajaxsummerhockey.bizland.com ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 26, 2001-PAGE 33 P ONTARIO PROVINCIAL JUNIOR ‘A’ HOCKEY LEAGUE Standings as of Jan. 22/2001 SOUTH CONFERENCE STANDINGS TEAM G W L T OTL F A PTS GAA Thornhill 44 32 8 2 2 205 135 68 3.07 Wexford 42 28 7 5 2 210 149 63 3.55 Markham 43 23 18 2 0 194 165 48 3.84 Ajax 43 22 18 3 0 182 175 47 4.07 Oshawa 41 21 17 1 2 146 145 45 3.54 Pickering 42 18 17 5 2 168 170 43 4.05 Vaughan 43 18 19 4 2 152 150 42 3.49 St. Michael’s 43 18 21 3 1 179 200 40 4.65 North York 40 2 35 2 1 100 205 7 5.13 SOUTH CONFERENCE SCORING LEADERS As of Jan. 20/2001 PLAYER TEAM GP G A PTS PIM Scott Misfud Thornhill 40 36 45 81 138 V. Bellissimo St. Michael’s 40 26 55 81 28 Matt Foy Wexford 39 31 34 65 14 Marc Neron Thornhill 36 30 29 59 51 Alex Lalonde Ajax 40 35 23 58 108 Tyler McGregor Ajax 40 17 41 58 32 Kevin Tompkins Markham 41 14 43 57 66 Matt Christie Pickering 39 15 38 53 24 Jesse Boucher Markham 41 32 21 53 30 Mac Faulkner Wexford 38 17 35 52 31 A. Kremblewski St. Michael’s 39 33 19 52 76 Johnathan Durno Wexford 41 21 26 47 34 Jason Wyles Ajax 41 12 34 46 43 Jeremy Rankine Oshawa 38 21 24 45 97 Tony Rossi Wexford 37 23 21 44 28 R. Kapuscinski Vaughan 42 26 18 44 16 Paul Varteressian Thornhill 35 14 29 43 32 Garett Winder Pickering 38 18 25 43 79 Jeremy Weiss Wexford 40 16 27 43 72 Andrew Lederman Vaughan 41 15 27 42 20 Pat Barbieri St. Michael’s 27 24 17 41 131 Daniel Pegoraro St. Michael’s 39 18 23 41 32 Dan Schofield Pickering 34 19 19 38 4 Paul Robinson Markham 40 13 25 38 14 Stephen Dennis St. Michael’s 42 9 29 38 52 Brent Mulder Thornhill 40 8 29 37 101 SOUTH CONFERENCE GOALTENDERS As of Jan. 20/2001 PLAYER TEAM MIN GP GA AVG SO Jason ChrapalaThornhill 1892 31.53 93 2.95 0 Will Hooper Wexford 1110 18.50 57 3.08 2 Chris Whitley Oshawa 1947 32.45 107 3.30 2 Mike Repa Vaughan 1260 21.00 82 3.90 0 Mike AndreoffPickering 1615 26.92 99 3.68 2 Rob Garrick Wexford 1071 17.85 66 3.70 1 Paul Guthrie Markham 1127 18.78 71 3.78 1 Craig Neilson Ajax 1848 30.80 121 3.93 1 PICKERING SOCCER CLUB Results from indoor soccer play. MITE DIVISION Jan. 13 -Boyer Pontiac Panthers 5 (Peter Boylan 3, Ryan Boylan 2, MVP Kayla Logan) vs.Sporting Images 1 (Alex Costa, MVP's Gavin Haynes, David Suthraj); Wayne's World 2000 2 (Alex Michaelides, MVP's Steven Lalta, Nadia Ben Hamoud) vs. Pickering Slo-Sports 1 (Michau Perreira, MVP's Stuart Mackenzie, Michau Perreira); On- tario Power Generation 1 (Jarrett Wood, MVP Carly Cook) vs. Cre- ative Space Ltd. 2 Mateo Haza, Andrew Pace, MVP's Spencer Torok, Jeremy Nastich). SQUIRT DIVISION Jan. 13 - Wayne's World 2000 0 vs. vcare.com 0; Willoughbys Gifts & Collectibles 0 vs. Jazzy's 3 (Michael Khan 3); Ontario Power Gen- eration 1 (Bryce Serroul) vs. Blac Financial 4 (Mathew Grape 3, Ivor Mohorovic). ATOM DIVISION Jan. 14 -Pickering Slo-Sports 4 (Chris Murphy 2, Shane Stedmond 2) vs. Ontario Power Generation 1 (Justin Prasad, MVP Robert McPhee); Shooting Stars 3 (Jennifer Oliver, Mario Capo, Victoria Koczan, MVP Matthew Henchey) vs. Red Boyer Panthers 1 (Jeffrey Jamieson, MVP Samantha Moumouris, Tanner Fernandez); Wayne's World 2000 0 (MVP Kylie Burt) vs. Teal Boyer Panthers 0 (MVP Brittnee Fleming). BANTAM DIVISION Jan. 14 -Sporting Images 1 (Imran Rashid) vs.Wayne's World 2000 1 (Kacey Chapman); Binns Kitchens 0 vs. Ontario Power Genera- tion 4 (Greg Mitchell 2, Jordan Lianza, Mavrick Purchase); Picker- ing Slo-Sports 1 (Eric Ewles) vs. Dr. Lean 3 (Rachel Dyers, Shane Vadera, Shaun Vadera). MOSQUITO DIVISION Jan. 14 -Ontario Power Generation 4 (Trevor Watson 2, Chris Mansell 2) vs. Boyer Pontiac 3 (Josh Perreira 2, Diana Mills); John- son Controls 1 (Adrian Castello) vs. Solid Image 2 (Nelson Garces, David Garces); Wayne's World 2000 2 (Amy Kontarkis, Chris Brownlee-Hay) vs. Slemish Systems 1 (Cody Purchase); Premier Trophy 0 vs. Pickering Slo Sports 1 (Jaspreet Hayer). AJAX BRIDGE CLUB Duplicate bridge results from Jan. 16/2001. STRATIFIED OPEN PAIRS FLIGHT ‘A’ -- NORTH-SOUTH 1. Doreen Bernhardt and Maureen Culp. EAST-WEST 1. Nancy Dundas and Trevor Dundas. FLIGHT ‘B’ -- NORTH-SOUTH 1. John Power and Tad Stawski. EAST-WEST 1. Marg Townshend and Eleanor Gardiner. FLIGHT ‘C’ -- NORTH-SOUTH 1. Blair Breen and Dale Beaudette. EAST-WEST 1. Marg Townshend and Eleanor Gardiner. AJAX BRIDGE CLUB Duplicate bridge results from Jan. 23/2001. STRATIFIED OPEN PAIRS FLIGHT ‘A’ NORTH-SOUTH 1. Janusz Jung and Paul Dodgson; 2. Neil Holmes and Mike Fernley. EAST-WEST 1. Helen Johnston and David Sawicki; 2. John Power and Tad Staws- ki. FLIGHT ‘B’ NORTH-SOUTH 1. Pat Doktor and Chet Doktor; 2. Ron Haney and Wallace Browne. EAST-WEST 1. Karen Walker and Ann Tyas; 2. Malcolm Longley and David Orme. SCOREBOARD NEWS ADVERTISER jan. 26, 2001 JASON LIEBREGTS/ News Advertiser photo On a collision course Durham Clearnet Lightning’s Kathleen Ryckman (96) attempts to check Toron- to Sting puck carrier Ashley Riggs (91) during National Women’s Hockey League action at the Ajax Community Centre Tuesday evening. LOVE THE OUTDOORS SWF, 38, 5’8”, attractive, N/S, enjoys camping, fishing, snowmobiling, four wheeling, walking. Seeks SWM, 35-50, with similar interests. Ad#: 8234 YOUNG & FUN I’m a fun-loving, SWF, 19, 5’5”, who enjoys cozy nights, my child and more. Seeking an attractive, SBM, over 19, who loves children. Ad#: 2142 SOUL-MATE I am a 49 year old, SWF, 49, slender, shy, quiet, loving and affectionate. A professional who enjoys exercis- ing, dancing, movies, dining out and skiing. Looking for a loving, personable, SWM, 45-55. Ad#: 2577 ON THE RIGHT TRACK I’m a humorous, SWF, 31, who would like to meet an honest, outgoing and humorous, SBM, 30-41, who is a good communicater and enjoys children. My inter- ests include reading, boating, camping, walking and more. Ad#: 5256 BREATHLESS Are you a non-drinker? Do you really want to make a relationship work? How about children? If you answered “yes” to all these questions, we could be the perfect match! I’m a caring, sincere, SWF, 28, who’d like to meet an honest and sincere, SWM, 28-35! Ad#: 9601 VERY ROMANTIC SWF, 39, I am blonde and 5’7, fit, funny and outgoing. My interests are snowmobiling, gardening, sports, reading and socializing. Seeking a single white male, 36-46. Ad#: 2340 HAPPY-GO-LUCKY Caring, kind and outgoing, SWF, 35, 5’4”, 130lbs., with blonde hair, hazel eyes. I’m in search of a happy, spontaneous, independent, SWM, 36-39, who enjoys the outdoors and children. Ad#: 2490 EXTRA NICE I am a 5’5”, blue eyed, SWF, 46, who enjoys walking, skating, swimming, reading ad I love going to movies. Very honest and looking for a SWM, under 50, who is easygoing and communicative. Ad#: 6474 RESCUE MY HEART I am a 5’4”, 115lb., SWF, 30, with blonde hair, blue- gray eyes, who has been describe as fun, outgoing and adventurous. I would like to meet a light-hearted, SWM, 27-42, who has a wonderful sense of humor. Ad#: 2865 CONFIDENT Hi, I’m an outgoing, retired, single white female, 60, 5’2”, hobbies are traveling, reading and dancing. I am seeking a single white male, 55-65, to share laughter and fun times with. Ad#: 4373 SHARE MY WORLD I enjoy scuba diving, golfing, swimming, and I am an easygoing, friendly, SWF, 49, 5’5”, with brown hair/eyes. Would like to meet a tall, SWM, 44-55, who is kind, sensitive and gentle. Ad#: 6208 REGULAR GIRL WITH SPUNK SWF, 24, who is fun and energetic, enjoys reading, movies, fitness, looking for a SWM, 22-29, who is intelligent, fun, funny, can be a good friend, and is diverse in what the activities. Ad#: 7775 NEW TO SINGLE LIFE Semi-retired, active, new to the single life, 5’9”, 145lbs., 64, brown/grey hair, enjoys seasonal sports, golf, curl, dancing, jazz, good sence of humor, some- what romantic, looking for a lady, 55-65, who is outgo- ing and enjoys life. Ad#: 7504 LIFE, LOVE & LAUGHTER I’m a humorous, outgoing and sometimes shy, SWM, 27, who would love to meet a SF, 26-36. My hobbies are sports, the outdoors and socializing. Ad#: 1953 REACH FOR THE STARS SWM, 36, 6’, with brown hair and blue eyes. Friends say I’m outgoing, friendly and adventurous. I enjoy ski- ing, golding, mountain biking and spending most of my time outdoors. I’m looking for an honest, trustworthy and outgoing, SWF, 21-38. Ad#: 8370 HERE HE IS... SWM, 26, 5’9”, brown hair/eyes, shy at first but can be social, enjoys gardening, martial arts and photogra- phy. Looking for an outgoing, SWF, 19-35. Ad#: 6805 PERSONABLE I’m an easygoing, SWM, 27, who enjoys soccer. Seeking a good-looking, very friendly, SWF, over 19, for a loving relationship. Ad#: 2331 Call 1-800-317-2725 To respond to these area singles... Call 1-900-451-8790 $2.49 per minute. You must be 18 years of age or older to use this service. For More Area Singles Look for “Live Link” every Wed., Fri. & Sun. in the Classified Section to place your FREE ad in See Us Online at www.singlecanadians.com Meet These and Other Active Minded Singles Careers100 INSURANCE Growing Dur- ham office requires: RIBO li- censed broker for in house sales. Personal lines. Sal- aried. Also full time clerical for data entry/support. Will train. Computer work. Fax resumes: 905-427-4615 INFORMATION ASST.part time, under graduate degree required. Applications to: June O'Neill, Ajax Public Library, 65 Harwood Ave. S., Ajax, LlS 218. Fax (905) 683-6960 or e- mail: oneill@townofajax.com General Help110 ATTENTION GOURMET FOOD LOVERS. Gourmet Food/Bake Shop is looking for full/part- time kitchen staff, waitresses and sales help. If you are self- motivated & energetic call 905- 642-5838 or fax 905-642-0105 A RARE GROUND FLOOR Opportunity - established NYSE and TSE company, re- cently launched in Canada, requires excellent communi- cators. Home-based busi- ness, lucrative commissions, bonuses, and residuals. 905- 728-3922. $$100,000$$ TO START! Just kidding but really we make pretty good money. 18+, no experience necessary. Call Tracy (905)686-2442. HAIRSTYLIST/COLOURIST Looking for a new approach, ongoing education, unique working environment with good wages, call 666-3806. AZ DRIVERS full and part time dedicated runs, Oshawa to USA. Must pass all related medical etc. phone Joe 697– 3859 or 1-888-866-1544 “TECS” - Training • Education • Careers • Schooling “TECS” - Training • Education • Careers • Schooling E-Mail address: classifieds@durhamnews.net Web Site: www.durhamnews.net Ajax Pickering News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon.-Fri 8:00-5 p.m. Closed Saturday Toronto Line: (416) 798-7259 24-Hour Fax: (905) 579-4218 Classified Online: Now when you advertise, your word ad also appears on the internet at http://www.durhamnews.net Email: compose@durhamnet Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser CLASSIFIEDS To Place Your Ad In Ajax or Pickering Call: 683-0707 Our phone lines are open Mon. to Fri. until 8 p.m. Sat. 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. SATURDAY TEACHING POSITION is available in North Durham Region. Teachers (reg. OCT) with interest in small group literacy instruction for children (4 to 12 yrs. old) experiencing difficulty acquiring such skills, please forward a cover-letter and resume to: File #637 Oshawa Whitby This Week 865 Farewell St. Oshawa Ont. L1H 7L5 Whitby Based CPS Control Panel Systems Ontario Ltd. Is seeking an "Inside Sales Manager"& "Junior Project Co-ordianator" For details visit www.cpsont.com under hiring The News Advertiser Is looking for reliable people to insert and deliver papers and flyers door to door every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday in the Pickering area. Deliveries must be completed by 6:00 pm. Must have a vehicle. For more information call 905-683–5117 $12./HR TO START If You Enjoy Working With People, We Have a Job For You ! • Hiring immediately • Four positions available • Training provided Must be available to work Evenings & Saturdays Call for an Interview (905)426-1322 Ajax office requires a F/T RECEPTIONIST/ ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Applicants must possess excellent phone manner and clerical skills with experi- ence using MS Word, Excel, Access and Accpac for Windows, an asset. Please fax resumes to (905) 686-0713 By February 2nd, 2001. 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help CONFIDENTIAL TO BOX REPLIES If there are firms or individuals to whom you do not wish your reply sent, simply place your application in an envelope addressed to the box number in the advertisement and attach a list of such names. Place your application and list in an envelope and address to: Box Replies. If the advertiser is one of the names on your list your application will be destroyed. PLEASE NOTE, resumes that are faxed directly to Oshawa This Week, will not be forwarded to the file number. Originals must be sent directly as indicated by the instructions in the ad. E.C.E. TEACHER required for busy Child Care Centre in Claremont. Send resume by fax to 905-649-2085 HOUSEKEEPERS/LAUNDRY Part Time available weekends. Good people skills. Hotel experience preferred. Transportation needed. Please fax resume to: (905) 436-9544 KOTT LUMBER is on the grow Multiple positions available Truss Assemblers and Yard Work Base rate $9.00/hr -- Apply in person 14 Anderson Blvd. Corner Hwy 47 & Durham Rd. 30 (905) 642-4400 MAINTECH GROUP OF INDUSTRIES has an opportunity for an ADMINISTRATION/CUSTOMER SERVICE PERSON F/T Monday-Friday 8:30-5:00pm. Successful candidate must be highly organized, computer proficient, detail oriented with strong people skills. We are located in Scarborough at Markham & Steeles. For more information please fax resume to: 416-754-7281 110 General Help STILL TIME! Upcoming Courses - February 2001 Start Date/Cost Air Brake Endorsement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Feb 23/$135.00 Business Writing Skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Feb 1/$65.00 CFC/ODP Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Feb 2/$135.00 Communications (OMDP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Feb 3/$155.40 Computer Networking at Home . . . . . . . . .Feb 17/$200.00 CPR Instructor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Feb 6/$197.95 Creating a Project Mgmt Office (PMO) . . . .Feb 20/$375.00 Cruise Ship Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Feb 5/$450.00 “D” Driver’s Licence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Feb 17/$544.00 Desktop Publishing with MS Word . . . . . . . .Feb 17/$99.00 Fire Behaviour - Module 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Feb 13/$174.00 Forklift - Propane Handling . . . . . . . . . . . .Feb 22/$175.00 Management for Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Feb3/$155.40 Microsoft - Part-time MCSE . . . . . . . . . . . .Feb 12/$1040.00 Meeting Preparation Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . .Feb 8/$65.00 “Outlook” on Your Busy Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Feb 3/$99.00 Pleasure Craft Operator Card . . . . . . . . . . . .Feb 24/$85.60 Pre Exam Refrigeration/Air Conditioning . .Feb 27/$255.84 Project Estimating Fundamentals . . . . . . . .Feb 13/$375.00 Project Management Cert . . . . . . .Feb 2/$2,500-$2,700.00 Project Management for Senior Mgrs . . . .Feb 27/$1175.00 Project Management Technologies . . . . . . .Feb 21/$725.00 Project Risk Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Feb 14/$725.00 Property Tax Assessment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Feb 22/$53.50 Records Management Workshop . . . . . . . . .Feb 15/$65.00 Refrigeration Plant Operator B . . . . . . . . . .Feb 12/$223.20 “Wow” Them With Your Presentations . . . . .Feb 24/$99.00 Business & Industry Development Services 905-721-3340 HEPCOE Credit Union Limited,one of Canada's largest and most progressive credit unions, has been providing high quality products and services to our personal and commercial members for over 55 years. With assets under administration exceeding $1 billion, we are a community focused, cooperative financial institution driven to enhance each member's ability to achieve economic well-being and security. We currently have an exciting and challenging position available at our Pickering Branch as an: Associate Manager – Service A challenging career opportunity is available for an enthusiastic high achiever who wishes to contribute to HEPCOE’s growth and support our Mission and Values statements. Due to an internal promotion, there is an immediate opening available to assist in the development of HEPCOE’s Pickering branch. The Associate Manager – Service is accountable for the day-to-day planning and operation of the cash investment and service areas of the branch. The position is key in executing strategies in support of the business plan to achieve membership, fee income and profitable portfolio growth while ensuring delivery of Service Quality at the branch. The major challenge will be to develop a knowledgeable and effective sales team that will ensure the delivery of service quality while implementing customer retention and new business development strategies. Our ideal candidate brings 5 to 10 years’ experience in the financial industry, with a solid background in sales administration and credit, and well-developed analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills. In addition, you bring effective coaching, training, interpersonal and communication skills, as well as a proven track record in mutual funds sales. You must be either IFIC or CSC licensed and be able to effectively plan and deliver formal presentations to business and community groups. If you have what it takes to be part of an innovative and dynamic organization, please forward your resume by Friday, February 2, 2001,to: HEPCOE Credit Union Limited, Human Resources Department, 777 Bay Street, 26th Floor, Toronto, ON M5G 2C8. Fax: (416) 597-5081. E-mail: hr@hepcoe.com Visit our Web site at www.hepcoe.com We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. BUILD YOUR FUTURE BY CONTRIBUTING TO OUR GROWTH. Carson & Weeks Insurance Brokers CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE Long established customer service oriented Main Street, Markham insurance broker requires experi- enced R.I.B.O. licenced, personal lines, sales & service broker. Reply in confidence to Greg Weeks at: Tel: (905)294-0722 Fax: (905)294-1106 Email: greg@carsonandweeks.com PAGE 34-THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 26, 2001 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net BUSY PICKERING Jewellery store needs sales help imme- diately. Call Julie at (905) 420- 2552. Willing to train. F/T and P/T available. Nights and weekends. CIRCLE ME!!!If you are look- ing for permanent full time work, Call Brenda (905) 686- 2442 CLARICA IS seeking individu- als with an interest or exper- tise in the areas of Marketing or Business Management. Call Mary at (905)668–9669 ext 201. CLEANER Part time for Uxbridge area. Retired person welcome 1- 905-432-6949 COURIER DRIVERS required. Own Car, 70% commission, Car receives $600/weekly, Mini vans = $750. Full size van = $900 weekly. Call 905-686-3506. COURIER DRIVERS with cars can earn up to $650/weekly With vans can earn up to $1000+/ weekly servicing Durham and GTA. (905)427-8093. DISPATCHER for major towing company in the Ajax area required part-time weekends. Suitable for mature student. Call 427–0903 EARN $200., $300., $500., or more per week, assembling products in the comfort of your own home. Send a self- addressed stamped envelope to: O.P.H. 6-2400 Dundas St. W., Suite 541, Ref 636, Mis- sissauga, Ont. L5K 2R8. ESTHETICIAN,professional, great attitude, fully qualified for busy day spa. Thurs-Sat. Drop off resume to The Skin & Body Clinic, 77 Ontario St. Oshawa or fax to: (905)576- 9176. EXOTIC DANCE CLUB Accept- ing applications for wait staff. Positions are full-time and part-time. Apply in person 947 Dillingham Rd. or call (905)420-2595 EXPERIENCED LEAD ECE re- quired for an established childcare centre. Reply to File#639, c/o Oshawa This Week, PO Box 481, 865 Fare- well St., Oshawa, L1H 7L5 FLORAL DESIGNER mini- mum 5 years current verifi- ably experience. Must have excellent customer service skills, flexible hours including weekends. Send resume to The Wall flower 1330 Ritson Rd. N. Oshawa. LIG 6Z6 Fax(905) 436-6827. FRESH AIR,exercise and more. Call for a carrier route in your area today. 905-683– 5117. Experienced FULL-TIME HAIR Stylist, salary plus commis- sion, And Full or part-time Assistant for L'Attitudes at the Pickering Town Centre. Call Rosa at 905-420–1440 or fax resume to (905)947-8143. GOLF COURSE PERSONNEL Wooden Sticks Golf Inc. Part- time seasonal help is required to work days and weekends from April to October approx- imately 5 hours per morning 6 days a week. Applicants must be in excellent health and have an understanding of the game of golf. This is a perfect opportunity for retired or semi- retired persons. Please mail your resume to; Golf Course Superintendent, Wooden Sticks Golf Inc. P.O. Box # 848 Uxbridge, Ontario L9P 1N2 or Fax to: 905-852-4315. No Phone Calls Please. HAIR STYLIST ambitious & motivated person for very busy salon full or part-time. 905-723-5090. HAIRSTYLIST REQUIRED min. One year experience. Full or Part time. Call 905-852- 4946 HAPPY NEW YEAR!Brand new office immediate open- ings short and long term op- portunities. No experience necessary. Call Tasha at (905) 686-9586 MOTIVATED Sales associate needed for jewelry stores in Oshawa, Newmarkert, Scar- borough. Experience in jewel- ry sales an asset. FT/PT. Fax resume to 416-862-7277 KITCHEN ASSISTANT re- quired, experience not neces- sary but an asset. Please call (905)576–2392 to arrange an appointment, NIGHT CLEANERS, Whitby, full-time, Monday-Friday 4pm-12 midnight, experienced with floor work, some heavy lifting. Call Joseph (416)391– 5609 ext. 300 or fax resume to (416)441-0591 OSHAWA MANUFACTURING company has opening for full time assistant. Weekdays 8:00am-5:00pm Must be fa- miliar with Accpac, Microsoft Word & Microsoft Excel. Fax resume to: 905-432-2493. FULL-TIME RECEPTIONIST required for L'Attitudes at the Oshawa Cente. Call Janet (905)723-5937 or fax resume to (905)947-8143. PENTAGON SECURITY is now accepting applications for the following position: Mobile Ca- nine Unit, own canine. Applic- ants must have Grade 10 and reliable transportation. Ex- perience preferred. Apply in person to: 201 White Oaks Crt., Whitby Ont. Monday- Thursday 9a.m-12 Noon or Fax to: (905)665-0102. PERMANENT full-time sewing machine operators. Experi- ence in single needle, ser- gers, industrial machines. Pay based on experience. Call John (905)427-6296. SHIPPER/RECEIVER - must have driver's license, clean driving record. Entry level. Willing to advance & grow with company. Strong person- al skills. Please drop off or mail resume with salary ex- pectations to: Hazmasters, 1915 Clements Rd., Pickering, On L1W 3V1 or fax to: (905)427-9901. PERSON NEEDED to work weekends March and April for food preparation and custom- er service. Also physically fit person required for tree dig- ging in April. Fax resume: 905-852-3182 SHANDEX TRUCK INC.AZ Driver needed immediately. Excellent pay package, bene- fits. US Experience. 70" hi- rise sleepers. Please contact. Bill (905)420–7407 800-219- 6225 TELEMARKETERS WANTED part-time evenings, $7.00/hour plus bonus. Will train, no ex- perience necessary. Call for an appointment (905)831– 2333 ask for Ben. LOOKING FOR RELIABLE adult carriers with vehicle to deliver door to door in Ajax and Pickering, every Wed., Fri., Sat., by 6 pm. Call 905- 683–5117 and ask for Alka. WE ARE LOOKING for mature people to expand our Finan- cial Services business in this area. Experience not neces- sary, we will train. Please call Tracy (905) 436-8499. WORK AT HOME Health In- dustry $1000 P/T - $5000 F/T per month. Training available. Call for free information BOOKLET. 416-631-7156. Office Help120 ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT To assist Controller with most accounting functions. Must be proficient with "Windows 98" and software package "Simply Accounting" Part time position approximately 15-20 hours weekly. Fax resume to: 905- 623-4156 Tel; 905-623–2303 Ext. 23. JR. LEGAL, Secretary / Re- ceptionist required. Must have experience in all aspects of law. Mail your resume to File # Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, Ontario. LlH 7L5 LEGAL SECRETARY-Real es- tate and general , minimum 3 -5 yrs. exp. , MS word and Do process conveyancer for Scarborough firm. Fax. 416- 291-1766. OFFICE MANAGER/Recep- tionist for young dynamic company in Pickering, PC Fluent, ability to multi-task with exceptional organization- al skills. Phone for interview (905)837–6751 or fax resume to (905)837-6753. WALKER, HEAD,located in Pickering, requires a part- time Legal Secretary (2-3 days per week) to start ASAP. Primarily working with the law clerk to the senior litigation partner on personal injury and medical malpractice files. Must have at least 1-2 years civil litigation experience (non-family) and Microsoft Word. Excel and PowerPoint would be an asset. Resumes with references, in confidence to: Human Resources, Walker Head, 1305 Pickering Park- way, Suite 200, Pickering, On- tario L1V 3P2 or by fax to: 905-420-1073. Sales Help / Agents130 MERCHANDISING POSITION. Mature person required for part time merchandising posi- tion in confectionery industry. Flexible hours, $10./hr plus car allowance. Forward re- sume; Gwenda Greenwood; ggreenwood@triple-c-candy- com or fax 1-360-318-1358 EXPERIENCED PAINTER Dupont experience preferred. For busy flat rate shop in Whitby. Jensen's (905)668–3331 ask for Don Counter Help Part-time evenings Bring Resume in person from 6-9pm Just Desserts 1163 Kingston Rd, Pickering CLASSIFIED CUSTOMER SERVICE News Advertiser re- quests that advertisers check their ad upon publi- cation as News Advertiser will not be responsible for more than one incorrect insertion and there shall be no liability for non- insertion of any advertise- ment. Liability for errors in ads is limited to the amount paid for the space occupying the error. All copy is subject to the approval of management of News Advertiser. Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 26, 2001-PAGE 35 JOIN A LEADER MAKE A DIFFERENCE Viceroy Homes Limited has earned a solid reputation in global and domestic markets as a major leader in home manufacturing. Known for its innovative products, sound financial status and the ability to deliver. Viceroy continues to excel. Our success has been built on a firm foundation - people. In an ever-expanding marketplace, Viceroy's Corporate Offices in Port Hope have the following POSITIONS AVAILABLE • Contract Administrator/Estimator (file #V0122CA) The Contract administration has an opening for a Contract Administrator. The successful candidate will have sound education or working experience in residential wood frame construction. Candidates, who have been trained in either cost estimating or quantity surveying or have site construction experience, will be given prime consideration. Computer skills are a prerequisite for this position. • Architectural Draftspersons, Technicians and Technologists (file #V0122DT) A sound education in Residential Architectural Drafting or associated degrees or diplomas in the architectural field is a prime requirement. Knowledge of AutoCAD 2000 or similar CAD software drafting programs is a must. Preference will be given to those that have at least 3 years of drafting experience. Recent graduates from a recognized drafting or technology course will also be considered. Forward resume by fax, or mail or e-mail to: Viceroy Homes Limited Human Resources Department 414 Croft Street East Port Hope, Ontario L1A 4H1 Fax (905)885-8362 E-mail: bheron@viceroy.com Telephone calls will not be accepted. We thank all applicants who apply, but advise that only those under active consideration will be contacted. 100 Careers 100 Careers 100 Careers DISPATCHER Whitby based Trucking Company is looking for an experienced dispatcher to work our night shift 10 pm - 10am. This a progressive shift 4 days on and 4 days off. You must be a team player and computer literate. We offer and excellent benefit and competitive compensation package. Fax resume to (905)666-1668 CUSTOMER SERVICE REP Required to schedule appointments for our Sales Department. Computer experience required along with excellent communication skills. Call Jane at (905)686-2445 ext. 226 MUSIC TEACHERS Required with car. Minimum Grade 8 practi- cal, Grade 2 Theory (or equivalent) Piano or vocal. Flexible hours. Please email resume to: learnmusic@home.com or call (905) 721–9799 RURAL DELIVERY PERSON NEEDED FOR THE GREENWOOD AREA You would be required to insert flyers into papers and deliver them house to house every Wednesday, Friday and Sat- urday before 6:00 pm. Must have a car. For more information, call Michelle at The News Advertiser at 905-683-5117 TELEMARKETING Telemarketer's needed $10/per hr., Mon.-Thurs. 5-8pm Call from an existing database Experience preferred Call Jane at (905) 686-2445 ext. 226 THE NEWS ADVERTISER Is looking for carriers to deliver papers and flyers door to door Wed. Fri. & Sat. by 6:00 PM. in their neighborhoods. call 905-683–5117 UXBRIDGE TIMES JOURNAL & TRIBUNE REQUIRES RURAL ROUTE DRIVERS to deliver newspapers Wednesday & Friday in the following areas: * Uxbridge * Goodwood Reliable Vehicle Required Call Debbie (905)852-9141 We've got great things in store for you! NOW HIRING FULL TIME & PART TIME STOREFRONT All shifts available. Morning Shifts 5 a.m. - 10 a.m. Monday - Friday Also Donut and Muffin Bakers Full and Part time Apply in person or fax resume to: 1750 Bayly St. W. Pickering (905)428–0883, Fax (905) 428-2216 "An employer you can count on" Whitby manufacturer of steel storage equipment is looking for a SALES REPRESENTATIVE Renumeration in Accordance with experience. Send resume (complete with references) to: NORTH AMERICAN STEEL 300 HOPKINS STREET WHITBY, ONTARIO. LIN 2B9 OR FAX (905) 668-5477 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help DURHAM EMPLOYMENT SERVICES E M P L O Y M E N T R ESOURCE CENTRE1550 Kingston Road, Suite 16 Pickering, ON L1V 1C3 HOURS Monday to Thursday ~ 9am to 6pm Friday ~9am to 4pm COME VISIT OUR NEW LOCATION! YMCA Durham Employment Services has expanded its Employment Resource Centre for self-directed job searching. FREE SERVICES INCLUDE: 8 computers with high-speed Internet Access On-line Job Search Assistance Resume & Cover Letter Assistance Access to phones Faxing (Local & Long Distance) Newspapers & Magazines Career & Assessment Tools Education & Training Calendars/Brochures Job Search Resources Small Business Resources Business Community Service Directories Social Service Agency Referrals The Employment Resource Centre is staffed by trained Employment Consultants. Human Resources Development Canada is proud to be a funding partner in this initiative (905)427-7670 One of Metro’s larger Unisex Hairstyling chains has openings in Pickering/Oshawa areas for recent hair school graduates and experienced stylists. • Your own styling station immediately • Guaranteed basic and commission • Convenient hours in clean, modern salon • Equipment supplied • Advanced technique and management training • Progressive promotion opportunities • Benefit plans Check out your prospects Call (905) 831-3800 or (416) 223-1700 The Uxbridge Times Journal/Tribune requires Rural Route Drivers to deliver newspapers twice a week to the following areas: Uxbridge (North & South) Goodwood, Stouffville Reliable vehicle required Call Debbie 905-852-9141 requires NEWSPAPER CARRIERS to deliver papers Wednesday & Friday in the following areas: UXBRIDGE Centre Rd., Maple St. W., King St. W., Balsam St. N. & Beech St. N., Bolton & Rachel Lee, Galloway Cres., Alsop Place, North St., Water St., Mill St., South Balsam, McGuire, Turner Dr., Brock St. W., Main St. N., Lormik Dr., Sandy Hook Rd., Colby Rd., Harvey St., Brock St. W., South Beech St., Gould St., Dominion St., First Ave. CANNINGTON Adelaide, York, Cameron St. E. & Laidlaw St. N., Riverlea Rd., David & Lynn Crt., St. John, Peace, McKay, Hillside, Cameron St. W., Albert St., Munro St., Park St., Prince St., Meadowlands, Alison Crt., Beaver Ridge Dr. GOODWOOD Front St., Rebecca Lane & Durham Rd. 21 SILOAM Mill Run Gate & Durham Rd. 8 UDORA Victoria St., Ravenshoe Rd. & York St. Also, Adult Carriers needed for walking & driving routes. Call Debbie 905-852-9141 • Earn Extra Money • Earn Extra Money • Earn Extra Money • Earn Extra Money • Earn Extra Money • Earn Extra Money • Earn Extra Money• Earn Extra Money • Earn Extra Money • Earn Extra Money • Earn Extra Money• Earn Extra Money • Earn Extra Money • Earn Extra Money THE FINEST HOMES OF THEM ALL. If you believe in giving customers “WOW” service, there’s room on our team for you. DRIVERS NEEDED CASH PAID NIGHTLY MUST HAVE OWN CAR Exp. a definite asset. Drop Resumes In Person 75 CONSUMERS DRIVE, WHITBY No phone calls please. FREE WEEK Jan. 29 - Feb. 3 inclusive SALES DEALERS NEEDED • FREE KIT • FREE SAMPLES And no sign up fee! Call now to reserve your kit. Pauline: 416-398-9390 Pauline—Avon@Hotmail.com POTENTIAL DEALERS - Free start-up ki - Flexible hours - Work from home After Christmas Cash Heidi (905) 509-1163 NEW HOME Salesperson. Needed for a NEW site opening in the Ajax area. Must have experi- ence. I offer above market Commissions & Bonuses. Fax resume to Gail at 905-509-6112. SUITE DREAMS - Durham's leading bedroom specialty store is looking for a Manag- ing Sales Person for an es- tablished location in Durham. An excellent opportunity to join a stable growing compa- ny. Fax resume to Human Re- sources 1-905-624-3054 Skilled Help135 ELECTRICIANS required for well established company in Oshawa. Residential experi- ence an asset. Will look at 5th year apprentice. Apply in per- son to: Townsend Electric, 767 Simcoe St. S., or fax to (905)571-4768. MECHANIC/LABOURER:Used car lot in Ajax requires full time employee with good me- chanical knowledge and own tools. Knowledge of Safety Standards an asset. Valid Drivers License with clean abstract a must. Salary + commission. ALSO: F/Time Labourer for car cleaning and detailing shop. No exp. re- quired. Will train right, reliable person. Serious inquiries only. Call (905) 619-2899 (Ajax) CNC TURRET PUNCH PRESS OPERATOR. Precision job shop seeking experienced punch press operator. Top wages/ben- efits. Call 416-291-8188 Attn: W. Gardner, or fax resume in confidence: 416-291-3233. XEROX DOCUTECH/5390 OP- ERATOR; experienced; one year contract; Oshawa. Fax: Shannon Human Resources 416-224-2827. Hospital Medical Dental150 AJAX - FULL-TIME position available for PDA or CDA. Fax resume to 905-686-3327. DENTAL ASSISTANT with ex- perience needed for 2 days per week. Great hours and lo- cation. Call (416) 284-0945. CERTIFIED DENTAL ASSIS- TANT required for 3 days/ week. No evenings or wee- kends. Please mail or hand deliver resume to: Dr. J.A. Miskin, 3 Harwood Ave. S. Ajax, L1S 2C1 DENTAL OFFICE MANAGER required for one year materni- ty leave, starting April 2001 to May 2002. Must have experi- ence with accounts receiv- able, payroll, reconciliation, using Quick Books accounting software. Hours: Tues. - Fri. 8- 5:30 p.m. Please fax resume to: 905-831-5975. CERTIFIED PDA - for very fast paced family practice in Ux- bridge. One evening required, no wknds. Minimum 1 year experience. Fax resume to (905) 852-9558. EXPERIENCED Dental recep- tionist required full-time for family practice. Evenings & Saturdays required. Fax re- sume to (905)668-7295. FULL TIME DENTAL RECEP- TIONIST, evenings and Satur- days, flexible hours, ABLE exp. preferred. Call for appt. 905-839–4486 PHARMACIST required part time (8 hours/week) for Health Centre Pharmacy, 1450 Hwy#2 Courtice. Call Louise 905-721-0011 PREVENTIVE DENTAL Assis- tant for Orthodontic office. Computer and Othodontic ex- perience preferred. Send or drop-off resume: Dr. E. Pong, 1050 Simcoe St.N. Suite#112, Oshawa, L1G 4W5 RN REQUIRED part-time, days (24 hours/week) for Pickering Oral Surgery office. Experience in Airway Man- agement preferred. Fax re- sume to: 905-837-1703 RNs/LPNs needed for busy Whitby clinic. Fax resume to 905-668-4023 WHITBY BASED Dictatyping firm needs transcriptionist. Must have own equipment and run Office 98. Call Toronto 416-579-6974 leave message Daycare Wanted160 CAREGIVER REQUIRED in our home, Pickering Beach/Dryer area, Monday-Friday 6:45am- 1pm. 3 children, ages 10, 8 & 5. References required. Call Nancy after 6pm (905)427– 0215 EXPERIENCED LIVE-OUT NANNY required for delightful 1 year old Mon-Fri. Referenc- es required. ECE and CPR preferred. Non-smoker, driv- er's license. Child related household duties. Good com- pensation. West Pickering area. Call after 7pm (905)509- 4941 Daycare Available165 "JUST LIKE HOME CHILD- CARE" - two mothers-ECE 10 years & an assistant providing care for infant - school age children in a nurturing, home- away-from-home environ- ment. Outings, activities, games, meals provided, lo- cated at Rossland & Brock Rd. Reasonable rates. Trans- portation to St. Wilfred & St. Anthony Daniel. Please call Carm 8a.m.-5p.m.(905) 426- 8849. LOVING Christian home day- care, will teach alphabet, numbers and values. 6 months - 5 years preschool, First Aid/CPR. Valley Farm Rd/Hwy 2, near Pickering Go. (905) 837–9600. ARE YOU IN NEED OF A NANNY?We have experi- enced Phillipino nannies from overseas. Reliable/hardwork- ing, patient, live-in nannies. Seeking employer to sponsor. Call-Mother's Helper 416-496- 0562 AVAILABLE EXPERIENCED RELIABLE DAYCARE safe happy environment, smoke free, fenced yard. Any age welcome. Major Oaks/ Brock area. Near Valley Farm P.S. Telephone 905-686–8127. EXPERIENCED, LOVING mother wants to care for your children, full/part time. Har- wood/401 Near Lord Elgin P.S., flexible hours, referenc- es. Call Donna 619–2344 MATURE LOVING & reliable caregiver would like to pro- vide care for your child/child- ren. Brock/Hwy#2-Pickering Parkway. Full/part-time, flexi- ble hours, night shifts avail- vailble. references available. For information contact 619- 2922. PICKERING Beach / Rollo: Loving daycare; 18 months to 12 years. Daily outings (fenced backyard and park). Crafts, story time, music, nu- tritious meals & snacks. First Aid, C.P.R. certified. Non- smoking, receipts. 905-428- 1244. SHEPHERD & MEADOWVALE $150 full time; $80 1/2 days; hourly available, hot meals. Call (416) 287–6947 BROCK / MAJOR OAKS Tender loving home daycare for your child on quiet court, fenced yard, playroom. 11 years exp. nursing back- ground, references. 683-8934 WEST INDIAN HOME, baby- sitter available, Pickering Monday-Friday, full time, minimum 2 years old. Call (905)428–9752. WESTNEY/ROSSLAND - reli- able babysitter available. 15 years experience. Hot lunches and snacks, fenced yard, close to Lester B. Pearson School. References. Receipts, reasonable rates. Babies wel- comed. Call 427–4937 Firewood205 KOZY HEAT FIREWOOD,ex- cellent very best quality hard- wood, guaranteed extra long time fully seasoned, (ready to burn) cut & split Honest measurement, free delivery, 905-753-2246. ABSOLUTELY THE BEST - top quality seasoned hardwood. Serving Pickering, Ajax, Whit- by and Oshawa. Call DURHAM FIREWOOD 427–5278 ROKA FIREWOOD - 4x8x12", $69 - 4x8x16" $75. Locally owned & operated since 1961. Days 705-277-3381 toll free from Oshawa or Evenings 434-6665. Bargain Corner210 SOFA, LOVESEAT and chair forest green, exc. cond. ask- ing $350. Telephone 426–9856 Articles for Sale220 CARPETS - lots of carpet, 100% nylon, new stain re- lease carpets on hand, I will carpet 3 rooms, $349. Price includes carpet, premium pad, expert installation, fast deliv- ery, free estimates (30 yards). Norman 686-2314. 2 BEACHCOMBER HOT TUBS, year 2000, digital controls, model 550X $4900. each. (705) 432-2934. 9 PIECE - oak dining room su- ite, like new, must sell. Call (416)372-0623 (pgr). A SNOWSTORM OF SAV- INGS!!- Luigi is plowing his way to the biggest sale ever! Mattresses from $89/futons from $165. All merchandise must be cleared. Prices so low - you won't believe your eyes! If you're looking. For the best deal on furniture. Check us out first. All futons, bean bags, Simmons mattresses, palliser leather and upholstery sofas and loveseats, bedroom suites, recliners, priced for quick clearance. Luigi's Fur- niture, 488 King St. W., Osha- wa, (905) 436-0860. Always the best quality at our lowest price ever!! ARCADE GAMES - Mortal Combat II, Golden T99, Pac Man, 4'x8' pool table and pin ball games. Call (905) 720- 4506, leave message. JVC DOLBY DIGITAL 5.1 sur- round sound home theatre system; 500 digital packages must go; System includes re- ceiver, DVD and CD player, 5 speakers, for complete 5.1 surround for only $957. Super digifine high end JVC tuners, amplifiers, CD players, cas- sette decks, turntables, signal processors, VCRs, DVD play- ers, televisions. 90 day laya- way. Oshawa Stereo 579– 0893 ANTIQUE BATH TUB, cast iron, excellent condition. Call 721–1703 (snp) ANTIQUES 4 COLLECTIBLES - 76 Elgin Street Bowmanville, Ontario. Open Fri. Sat. Sun. 11-5 p.m. or by appointment. 697-3164. eg. China, Plates, Furniture, Candles, Old bot- tles, milk cans etc. APPLIANCES:refrigerator 2- door frost free, deluxe stove, matching heavy duty washer/ dryer $675/all-will separate. Also Kenmore washer used 2 years $250 +Dryer. Also Fridge, stove, washer dryer, dishwasher 8months old, rea- sonable. 905-767-6598. BRAND NEW,never used JVC car stereo. KS-ES200 graphic equalizer with sub woofer output. KD-LX1 CD re- ceiver with power output of 160 watts. $450. or best offer. (905) 436-9823. CARPETS SALE & HARD- WOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $339. (30 sq. yd.) Includes: carpet, premium pad and installation. Free estimates, carpet repairs. Serving Durham and sur- rounding area. Credit Cards Accepted Call Sam 905-686- 1772. CARPET AND VINYL SALE- Carpet three rooms, 30 square yards, from $339 installed. I will discount your best quote up to 10%. New colors and designs.Customer satisfaction guaranteed. Call Mike for your free estimate, 905-431-4040 COMPUTER-PENTIUM 166, 32Mb ram, 2GB-HDD, 3-1/2 floppy, 24x CD-Rom, 56k mo- dem, sound/video card, key- board, speakers, mouse, free internet, colour monitor, $350. Can deliver & set up. 60" big screen TV, Magnavox 3 years old..great shape $1800. 3-man hot-tub, brand new, blue mar- ble fibreglass, $1800. 905- 439-4789. DINING ROOM SUITE pecan colour table extends to 70" & 4 chairs & buffet with glass shelves & light. Very good con- dition $1200 obo 905- 852-4420 CONTENTS SALE - Moving Soon! Cherrywood 9pc dining- room suite $3,000; Oak china cabinet w/3 glass panes; Cherry/marble credenza; liv- ingroom suite, freezer. All good condition. (905)668- 0328. (leave msg) DININGROOM SET - red oak, buffet & hutch, table w/2 leafs, 4 chairs. $750., Chesterfield with built-in 2 lazy boy chairs $300. Call (905)666-2932 (leave msg) DSS SYSTEMS - HU test cards with/without systems. AlsoDISH network sys- tems.Get all the local chan- nels with your dish for $175. Website caribdss.com or email: caribdss@yahoo.com or Call (905)426-9578. HARDWOOD FLOORING FOR BETTER HEALTH. Unfinished from $1.99/sq.ft.; prefinished from $2.99/sq.ft. Also, refin- ishing old floors & sanding needs. Showroom: Kendal- wood Plaza 1801 Dundas St. E., Whitby 905-433-9218 OSHAWA HARDWOOD FLOORS LTD. KENMORE FROST- FREE fridge and electric stove, $450; complete stainless steel chimney for wood stove, $475. 905-432–2058. MOVING SALE bar stools, di- nette 7 pc., crystal chandelier, queen sofa bed, coffee tables, patio set, answering ma- chine, surger, suitcase, turnt- able stereo, baby bath, baby gate. 839–9229 PIANO TECHNICIAN available for tuning, repairs, & pre-pur- chase consultation on all makes & models of acoustic pianos. Reconditioned Heintz- man, Yamaha, Mason & Risch, & other grand or upright pianos for sale, start- ing at $695. Boxing Day pric- es! Check out the web at www.barbhall.com or call Barb at 905-427-7631. Visa, MC, Amex. PIANOS & GRANDFATHER CLOCKS. Take advantage of our Warehouse pricing on all Roland digital pianos and Sa- mick acoustic pianos and all Howard Miller clocks.. Large selection of used pianos (Ya- maha, Kawai etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with less- ons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental payments apply. Call TELEP PIANO (905) 433- 1491. www.TelepPiano.com- WE WILL NOT BE UNDER- SOLD! POOL TABLE 6 x 12, Bruns- wick slate top, excellent con- dition. Call 705-953-9177 POOL TABLES. 8' and 9' slate billiard tables for sale. Call 905-420–6113. RENT TO OWN new and re- conditioned appliances, and new T.V's. Full warranty. Pad- dy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798-5502. SOLID mahogany partners desk with upholstered swivel chair and glass top $3400; Call Royal Ashburn Golf Course, 686-1121, Sandra ext. 222. SOLID OAK kitchen cup- boards, custom made, ap- pliances included. 905-986– 0671. BACKSTREET BOYS TICKETS FOR SALE - also Toronto Ma- ple Leafs, Toronto Raptors. Also will buy Leafs, Raptors & other concerts. Telephone (905) 626-5568 OAK/PINE FURNITURE...Our Mission Furniture is on the floor...Come and see the Style that has turned the Furniture World upside down..We are also now carrying a full line of HANDCRAFTED MENNONITE FURNITURE in addition to our own lines...Traditional Wood- working is the leading manu- facturer of SOLID WOOD FURNITURE in the Durham Region...Bring your ideas/ plans and let us turn them into reality..Drop in and see our State of the Art Woodworking facility and let us show you how fine furniture is made..Remember..."There is no Substitute for Quali- ty"...Traditional Woodwork- ing...115 North Port Road (South off Reach Road), Port Perry...905-985-8774....www. traditionalwoodworking.on.ca SCRATCH AND DENT - Varie- ty of new appliances, 5 cu. ft freezers, $199. Full manufac- turers warranty. Recondi- tioned fridges $195 / up, re- conditioned ranges $125/ up, reconditioned dryers $125 / up, reconditioned washers $199 / up, new and recondi- tioned coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New brand name fridges $480 and up, new 30" ranges with clock and window $430. Recondi- tioned 24" ranges and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and reconditioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa. (905)576–7448. Articles Wanted230 ANTIQUES?Absolutely!Ad- vice- always valuable, usually free! Purchasing outright, es- tates w/some antique cont- ents, (no limit to value con- sidered), collections of any sort, quantities or single an- tique items. Special interest in Moorcroft pottery. I'll try to re- spond to all queries. Robert Bowen Antiques- Brooklin, Ontario. (905)655-8049 or (905)242-0890. Lost & Found280 FOUND - January 11 in the Finch and Altona area , cross Collie-Shepherd, brown in co- lour. Call Jim (905) 831-1223. FOUND - long haired white/ brown male cat. Very friendly. Found Thursday, January 18th - Dunlop/Dovedale area. (905) 665-7684. LOST- CUSTOM designed, hand made, 14kt yellow & white gold, diamond tennis bracelet. Very high sentimen- tal value. REWARD. (905)655– 9600 Pets/Supplies/ Boarding290 TOY POODLE PUPPIES differ- ent colours, male (705) 357- 3355 GORGEOUS PERSIAN kitten for sale, 9 wk.old black torti female, excellent health, 1st shots. $250. 905-263-4149. CANE CORSO MASTIFF Pup- pies, 8 weeks, with papers, blue & brindle, crop, ready to go. Call (905) 985–9137 PIT BULL PUPPIES -3 fe- males, 1 male, Rednose, Ready to go Feb. lst. Parents on site. Call (905) 432-0067 after 7 p.m. MINI DACHSHUND pups, 8 wks. old, 2 males black and tan, short hair, parents on site. Vet checked. 1st shots. 905- 623-2559 (snp) YORKIE - shih - poo, schnoo- dle and shih-poo puppies for sale, small non shedding, house raised, lst needles, de- wormed. Telephone (613) 338-2270. AMERICAN COCKER SPANIEL pups, adorable bundles of love, tenderly home-raised, purebred, duclaws and tails docked, first shots and vet checked. 905-985-8021. BEAUTIFUL PUPPIES - MIN- IATURE POODLES, CKC reg- istered, 3 year guaranteed, micro chipped, (705)324-2966 GOLDEN RETRIEVERS, CKC registered, 3 year guaranteed, micro chipped, (905)986- 5845. Ready to go! Automobiles for Sale300 1988 CAVALIER,4 cy., 4 dr, good condition needs minor work $l,800 as is. 1988 sun- bird, 4 cy. 4 dr., good condi- tion $2,000 cert. 438–8856 1988 OLDS 88,runs great, $1000 as is. Call (905)571– 5793 1988 TEMPEST,red, 4 door sedan, 4 cyl., 2.0L runs great, CD player w/removable face. Certified & emission, insure & drive. $1850 o.b.o. (905)683–9088 1989 CHRYSLER Le Baron, fully loaded, 2 door, good con- dition, 141,000km, new brakes, exhaust & battery. Maroon colour. $2,800. (905)430–7507 1989 FLEETWOOD CADDY - 125kms, 4.5 motor, very clean, will certify. Call days 905-623-4887 or nights 905- 987-3637 1989 PONTIAC FIREBIRD,2.8 litre v-6 engine, p.w., p.l., p. mirrors, tilt steering, cruise, t- roofs. Needs some work but worth fixing up. Only 155,000 kil. $3,000 as is or best offer. Call (905) 436-9823. 1990 FORD Tempo, 169,000kms, $1995. 1990 Cavalier 200,000kms $2995. 1990 Sable 113,000kms $3295. 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix $3295. Above vehicles certified, emission tested. (905)683-7301 or (905)706- 2018. 1991 LUMINA Z34, black with rare 5-speed, air con, good condition, certified $4800. Call 434–2802 1993 CHEV. CAVALIER,4 dr. auto, am/fm cass, ps, pb, 228,000 km, runs great , very little rust, easily certifiable, will pass emission. $2500 obo. MUST SELL! (WOULD CONSIDER SNOWMOBILE AS TRADE). 905-434-0392 (snp) NEED A CAR? $699 Down Low as $199/mo Credit No Problem 9.9% 1-866-340-5559 CALL TODAY, DRIVE TODAY! WANTED Leaf Tickets Will pay up to face value. Call Bruce 905-579-4400 Ext. 2207 PAGE 36-THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 26, 2001 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net Canada's number one home furnishing re- tailer is now hiring Sales Associates for: Furniture, Appliances/Electronic Sales. Home furnishing sales experience not abso- lutely necessary. However, you must be en- thusiastic, personable, presentable and will- ing to learn. This is a rare opportunity for career oriented individuals to join the re- nowned industry leader and earn above average incomes ($40,000 - $100,000) in a friendly, stable and profitable work environ- ment. Our benefits include medical in- surance, dental insurance, prescription drug plan, generous employee discounts and prof- it sharing, along with career growth oppor- tunities to those who aspire to management positions. Please send your resume or apply at 1500 Victoria St. E., Whitby, Ontario L1N 9M3 We thank everyone who applies, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted 130 Sales Help/Agents 130 Sales Help/Agents 130 Sales Help/Agents AN INSIDE SALES REPAN INSIDE SALES REP Part Time or Full Time Hours is needed in our extremely busy advertising department in Oshawa. HOPEFUL APPLICANTS should have: ☛self motivation and a desire to succeed ☛a cheerful, articulate and business like telephone manner ☛appropriate office/business attire ☛the ability to work well with both as a team member and on your own ☛some advertising/sales experience would be a definite asset WE OFFER salary + commission & the opportunity to turn a job into a career. Full time opportunities with benefits are possible in the future. Send your resume to: Inside Sales c/o Lisa Preston By Fri., Feb. 2nd, 2001 P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 7L5 or fax (905) 579-6851 135 Skilled Help 135 Skilled Help 135 Skilled Help ELECTRICAL FIELD TECHNICIAN Local manufacturer of induction equipment is seeking a Field Technician to commission & troubleshoot electrical power equipment. Applicant must be a community college graduate and have a minimum of 3 years experience of working with industrial equipment. Position requires travel within Canada. Applicant must have own vehicle. Fax resume to Service Manager: 905-683-6550 INSTALLATION CO-ORDINATOR OF SYSTEMS FURNITURE Duties include daily scheduling of installations, manpower, truck assignments, job costing and quotes. Experience in Systems furniture Call Mrs. Lyon 905-839-2057 or fax 905-839-5724 Pickering area RN's & RPN's F/T & P/T experienced in LTC. Computer literacy an asset. Fax or Mail resume to: Director of Resident Care Sunnycrest Nursing Home 1635 Dundas St. E. Whitby, Ont. L1N 2K9 Fax: 905-576-4712 150 Hospital Medical Dental 150 Hospital Medical Dental 165 Daycare Available 165 Daycare Available 165 Daycare Available NEW FURNITURE SALE 890 Taunton Rd. E. Whitby (by Garrard) Wed. to Sat. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sun. 11 a.m - 3 p.m Great savings on New Furniture including oak bed- room suite, curio cabinets, oak chairs & dining ta- bles, wool blankets, buffet & hutch, some wicker items, new mattresses & box springs (all reduced), water coolers, bed fames, new solid oak chairs $75/ ea, pine dresser & mirror. Oak diningroom suite (9 pc), single matt's. $99, many smaller items. Small oak book shelves, new sofas 7 chairs. Come on in. No reasonable offer refused! Call 720-0560 220 Articles for Sale 220 Articles for Sale 150 Hospital Medical Dental 165 Daycare Available 220 Articles for Sale A family owned & operated business, serving Oshawa for 78 Years. After major renovations and an increase in business we are in need of a few good people to continue to serve our valued customers. We have openings for the following positions: Class A General Mechanics for evening shift. (Minimum 3 years General Motors experience and basic General Motors training would be an asset) Automotive Trimmer (glass and electrical experience preferred) Control Tower Operator (Reynolds & Reynolds experience an asset) We can offer you above average compensation, a comprehensive benefit package, and ongoing professional training, in a friendly, team atmosphere. In exchange we ask for quality work and professionalism. Please send you resume and a hand written cover letter to: Mr. Jim Heffering or Mr. Tony Budkowski 140 Bond St. W. Oshawa, ON. L1H 7L8 We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Ontario Motor Sales Limited is an equal opportunity employer. CHEVROLET • OLDSMOBILE CADILLAC • CHEVY TRUCKS We pay up to $8 per disc! Get CASH for CDs… Bayly, w. of Harwood (905) 427-7613 Attention: Stay-At-Home Moms! Urgently seeking Daycare Providers CALL NOW • Paid Statutory Holidays and child sick days • Some equipment supplied • Support/Training/Workshops • Insurance Coverage Please call: (905) 686-4816 A LICENSED AGENCY 1993 EAGLE VISION TSI,3.5 litre engine, 128,000 kil., pow- er windows, power locks, leather interior, alloy wheels, excellent condition. Certified, $8,700. Telephone Markham (905) 471-8875 1994 CHRYSLER INTREPID, white, leather interior, AM/FM cassette, new brakes & bat- tery. Good condition, well maintained. Will certify & emissions test. Asking $5500- obo. 905-831–7150 1994 MAZDA MX3 Exc. Cond. 4 cyl. 5 speed 90,000 kms. certified & e-tested. 571-5138 $6495. 1995 CHEV CAVALIER, 4 dr, air, cruise, tilt, 84,000kms, lady driven, like new, certified and E-tested, asking $7,700. Call 905-579–6727 1995 HONDA CIVIC LX, 61,000km, auto, air, am/fm cassette, 4 dr, new tires, new muffler, certified/emmision tested. Lady driven. Blue/grey. Excellent condition. $11,500. (905)983-5712. 1996 CHEV CAVALIER 2 door, 5 sp, air cond, AM/FM cas- sette, colour purple, 180,000 kms, $4800 as is. Call 905- 404–1435 1997 Chrysler Intrepid ES, 3.3 Litre, teal blue, 94,000 kms, fully loaded, keyless entry, immaculate, safety and emis- sion tested. One female own- er. Asking $10,500 obo- Must sell!!. Call 728-9815. (snp) 1997 GRAND AM GT, white, automatic, air, power wind- ows, locks & doors, tint, lady driven, nonsmoker, 60,000kms, $13,900 o.b.o. Call Dave (905)430–3154 1997 TOYOTA COROLLA - a/c, beige colour, 4 door, am/fm cassette, mint condition, lady driven, 60,000km. Asking $10,800. Call (905)429–1311. 1998 BLACK DODGE AVENGER - mint condition, accident free, 5 speed, under 80,000km. $15,000 o.b.o. (905)666-0981. 1998 BLACK SUNFIRE GT Coupe, auto, loaded, rust checked, 2.4L, twin cam. P.W. P.door locks, cruise, air, key- less entry, am/fm stereo CD, 6 speakers, highway driven. $14,000. (905)668–3995, leave mess. 2000 NEON - 23,000km, auto, 4dr, air, am/fm cassette cd, balance of factory warranty $11,900. (905)434-2775 or (416)898-8467 93 FORD ESCORT,5 spd., green, 124,000 km, excellent condition, oil sprayed every year since new, one owner, asking $3700. 905-985-0970. AFFORDABLE USED CARS, 1996 TAURUS, loaded, just traded. 1995 CORSICA, V6, auto, 4dr., $7995. 1994 MET- RO GEO, 5-spd, 2dr., $5995. 1998 SATURN 4dr., air, low kms, $12,995. 1998 TOYOTA TERCEL, 2dr., 5-spd, $8,995. 1999 ACCENT, 2dr., 5-spd., $10,995. WE FINANCE! O.A.C. PICKERING VILLAGE HYUN- DAI, Kingston Rd. & Church St., Pickering Village. (905)427–0111 FIND YOUR NEXT used vehi- cle at: durhamwheels.com WANTED - Side by side re- frigerator/freezer, large size, with ice-maker and water dis- penser, in good running con- dition reasonably priced. Call 434–0392 Automobiles Wanted305 CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in running condition. Call 427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MUR- AD AUTO SALES. IS THERE A TAX deduction in your driveway? The Kidney Car Program accepts all vehi- cles in any condition. Tax de- ductible. Free towing. Call 1- 800-565-5511.cnp WANTED - inexpensive cars or trucks. Running or not, but not too rusty. Free removal. Call 905-434-0392 (snp) WANTED dead or alive! Big bucks for cars & trucks, one hour pick-up, free towing. Mo- tors, transmissions, parts and insulation available. Call Ed's (416)281-3499 Trucks for Sale310 1986 CHEV S-10, V6, extend- ed cab, auto, safety, emission tested, lots of new parts, ex- cellent condition. $3200. Call (905)576–5476 1998 MAZDA PICKUP,exten- dicab, V-6 auto, air, new snows, 60,000 k., tonneau cover, $14,000 firm. Certified. Telephone (905) 579–3711 A STEAL!!! 1999 FORD F150 XL. 4-wheel drive, silver/ black colour. Take over lease $566./mo. or purchase for $23,500. No down payment. 905-666-2173, 905-706-8606. Vans/ 4 Wheel Drive320 1988 DODGE 8 passenger Caravan, emission & safety checked. Looks & runs good. Driven approx 20,000kms/ year. Priced to sell at $3495. KIMBALL SWINGER ORGAN & bench $395. Call (905)433- 7548. 1993 EXPLORER 4x4, 2 door, 160,000kms, certified. Excel- lent condition. Asking $10,500. Call (905)686–1880. Snowmobiles360 '97 POLARIS INDY CLASSIC Touring. Low miles, like new. Asking $4650. Call 905-985- 3260 1993 POLARIS INDY RXL 650, low miles, $4500 obo (in- cludes trail pass). Excellent condition, electronic fuel in- jection, independent front sus- pension, 3 cylinder. Trailer sold separately. Contact Dave 905-985-9998 (snp) 1994 ARCTIC CAT Jag Z. 440cc. Hand and thumb warmers, reverse and stud- ded. Low kilometers. $3200. 1997 Formula 3. 600cc. Hand warmers and studded. Very good shape. $4,700. Call 263–8139 1995 POLARIS INDY 800 Storm, with double trailer, $4,000. Call 905-579-3962, af-ter 6 pm. 1998 POLARIS XCR600,high- output triple, triple pipes, low routinely serviced miles, CRC front, extra 10, studded, Cobra windshield, aggressive track, felt and canvas cover, plastic skiis, 2001 Trail Permit. No disappointments.........ready to ride!! Call 905-985-8811 days; 905-431-1145 eve. Apartments For Rent400 ONE BEDROOM apartment, large kitchen/living-room w/ ceramics, large bathroom, fridge & stove, washing ma- chine & dryer, $850/mth. Ca- ble included. 905-619-8085. OSHAWA, 2 - BEDROOM APT available from Feb 1st. Electric heat, washer/dryer each floor. Very quiet, exclu- sive, adult building. No pets. 905-579–9016. 2 BEDROOM basement apart- ment. Harwood/401 separate entrance. Shared laundry. No- smoking. $750/month Inclu- sive 1st/last. One parking space. Call 426 7696 NORTH OSHAWA Detached 3-bedroom bungalow, avail. Feb. 1st. Includes 5 applianc- es, gas fireplace, large lot, garage (basement rented). No pets. $1100/month inclu- sive. Call (905)430-5437 AJAX-WESTNEY/ROSSLAND 1-bedroom basement apart- ment. Separate entrance, full 3-pc bathroom, eat-in kitchen includes fridge/stove. Laundry facilities/utilities included. Non-smoker, no pets. Refer- ences, 1st/last. Mature couple preferred. Avail. immed. $700/ month. 905-619-1461 AJAX, 2-BEDROOM base- ment apartment, available Fe- bruary 1st. Non-smoker, no pets. $775 monthly, first/last required. Near school & hos- pital. No laundry. Separate entrance, 1 car parking. (905)426–1381 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, Basement apartment Brock/ Hwy#2, unfurnished, heat, hy- dro, air conditioning included. Working, non-smoking, sin- gle. Near mall, buses, 401. First/last. Call 905-619–2603 AVAILABLE NOW,very quiet, private apartment, in century home, downtown Oshawa. Skylights, fireplace, private garden, cable, parking, fur- nished. $795 all inclusive. Suits 1 person. Leave mes- sage (905)430-7012. BASEMENT APARTMENT,1- bedroom, your own laundry, no smoking, adult preferred. Close to Go train, $700/month. Available immediately. Call (905)420–0069 BROCK & FINCH,large 2 bedroom basement apt, in- cludes private laundry, sepa- rate entrance, parking. Avail. Feb. 15, $875/mo. all inclu- sive, call to view 905-619– 2495. after 6 pm. CLEAN ONE bedroom $720/ month utilities included. Sim- coe and Mill area, small quiet apartment building. Call for appointment (905)579-9890. COURTICE - exceptional main floor 2 bedroom, country set- ting, prefer working couple, non-smoking/no pets, air, 2- car parking, own yard, $750. inclusive. March lst. (905) 697–8904 COURTICE/OSHAWA.Bright 2 bedroom, full kitchen, laundry $750 inclusive. Avail March 1 non-smoking, no pets. Call 571–0202 OSHAWA NEWLY decorated 2 bedroom apartment, close to 401, upper of house, $600/ month, all inclusive except cable. References +first/last required. Avail. Feb. 1st/01. Call 905-987-3043 for appt OSHAWA - near GM, spotless spacious 2 bedroom base- ment apt. in new very quiet adult 5-plex. Freshly painted. Adults preferred. No pets, no smokers. $620/month. Hydro extra. Includes heat, water, 1- parking. First and last. Refer- ences. Available March 1st or April 1st. Ravine Rd. 905-728- 3634. OSHAWA,bachelor, attic of house, private entrance, park- ing, stove, fridge, microwave, Adelaide/Mary area. Asking $475 inclusive. lst/last. Call (905)728- 3481 or (905)436–6085 PICKERING,commuters delight, 1-bedroom basement apartment, walk to GO, 401, PTC, available March 1st. $675 includes utilities and parking. Non-smoker, no pets. Call (905)831–3663 PICKERING 1-bedroom base- ment apartment, suitable for 1, close to GO & 401. Non- smoker, no pets. Available March 1. Appliances, utilities, cable $700 inclusive. Call af- ter 5:00pm. 905-839-1333. PRESTIGIOUS Rougemount- South of 401 (Pickering). Spa- cious 1-bedroom apt. C/V, c/a, separate entrance, fridge, stove, laundry, No smoking/ pets. $800/month inclusive. First/last, references. Avail- able March 1. 905-509-5090 OSHAWA Quiet building near shopping, transportation. Util- ities included. Simcoe/Mill 2 bedroom avail immediatley $779; 1 bedroom Feb.1st, $679. (905) 436-7686 until 7:30pm. SOUTH AJAX - one bedroom unfurnished basement apt., parking, cable, air con. in- cluded. Clean adult home. Suitable for one person. First/ last, $700/mo. Available im- mediately. 905-428–0329 SPACIOUS well-maintained 2 bedroom apts. Avail. at 900 and 888 Glen St. Some with walk-in closets, paint provid- ed. Close to schools, shopping centre, GO Station. Utilities included. Call (905)728-4993. TWO BEDROOM main floor apartment King St. E. near Townline Oshawa, bright, pri- vate quiet, parking, walking distance to shopping and bus. $900/month inclusive. March lst. lst/last. References, (905) 579-8339. WEST SHORE, self-contained, 2-bedroom basement apart- ment, no pets, no smoking. $825/month. Available imme- diately. Call (416)335–3430 WHITBY, LARGE 1-bedroom plus den basement apartment, separate entrance. Living/di- ningroom w/fireplace. Eat-in kitchen, shared laundry, all inclusive. No pets. $825/ month. First/last, references. March 1st. (905)668–7008 WHY rent when you can own your own home for less than you think?!! Call Dave Hay- lock Sales Rep. Re/Max Summit Realty (1991) Ltd. (905) 668-3800 or (905) 666- 3211. Houses For Rent410 A-ABA-DABA-DO, I have a home for you! 6 months free! From $550/month OAC, up to $6,000 cash back to you, $29,500+ family income. Short of down payment? For spectacular results Ken Col- lis, Associate Broker, Cold- well Banker RMR Real Estate (905)728-9414 or 1-877-663- 1054 email:kcollis@trebnet.com 3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW, Sunderland area, non-smoker, no dogs. $1150/month plus utilities. Paula 905-763-1725. A UNBEATABLE DEAL!From $500. down, own your own home starting at $69,900 carries for less than rent. OAC. 24 hrs free recorded message 905- 728-1069 ext 277. Coldwell Banker RMR Real Estate. Aurelia Rasanu. AJAX AREA - 3 bedroom, 5 appliances, close to schools, shopping, transit. Available March lst. lst/last, references. For more info call 427–3456 AJAX SOUTH - 2+1 bdrms, newly renovated bungalow, large lot, 4 appliances, avail. immediately. $1,100/month plus utilities. First, last & references. Call (905)427–9594 ASHBURN (Brooklin)exquisitely finished bottom-floor of estate house. Huge kitchen, living room, family room, 5pc. bath, sep. laundry, 5/appliances. Non- smoker, no/pets. $950/inclusive March 1. 905-655-5992 BEAUTIFUL 3-bedroom bunga- low, quiet mature neighbour- hood, near all amenities, newly renovated, no pets, no smokers. References/credit check required. $1100/month +utilities. Call 905-665-8294 BROOKLIN - Large 5 bed- room home. 2 family rooms, fenced backyard - 3 acres. Good condition. Suitable for one family (with in-laws) $1,500 monthly. Tenant pays utilities. (905)427-6095. COURTICE - spacious 4 bed- room home. Appliances, parking, $1300 includes utili- ties and cable. First/last. Available immediately. Call 905-427-2883 OSHAWA -Spacious 3 bed- room duplex. Great views on the lake. Fenced yard, priva- cy, parking. Feb 1st occupan- cy until Oct 1st. $875 water included. References. Chris at 571-7749 OSHAWA- 3-BEDROOM,rent /rent to own. New kitchen, bathrooms, carpet, ceramic/ hardwood floors, fireplace, ja- cuzzi, large yard, double-ga- rage, excellent neighbour- hood, $1245/mo.plus. Avail- able Feb.1, 905-571–6658. TOWNLINE/HWY 2,Courtice. 3-bedroom raised bungalow in family neighbourhood. Spot- less, 5 appliances incl. laun- dry, parking, garage, walk to shopping/transit. No dogs/ smoking, references. Feb.1 - April 1 $845 plus 2/3 utilities. Mark 905-665-0123 or 905- 706-8500. Housing Wanted415 CHRISTIAN FAMILY looking to rent XXXL house for helping kids & raising our own. Good price, Oshawa location pre- ferred but flexible. Flexible possession. Call 905-436- 9793 Rooms for Rent430 $400 PER MONTH, Whitby - Rossland and Bassett, fur- nished bedroom, central air, bus at door. Cable. Non- smoking, prefer mature work- ing person or pensioner. (905)-665–8504. SOUTH AJAX, furnished room in clean home. Shared facili- ties. Includes cable, parking, bar fridge, microwave. Suits working non-smoker. $400/ mo. First/last. (905)427– 3519. AJAX, QUIET working female non-smoker preferred. Avail- able immediately. Share bath- room, kitchen, laundry, close to bus, $550/month. Call (905)428–6449 AJAX:large comfortable well- furnished 2nd. floor bed/sitting room in new home with cen- tral air/cable/full kitchen/ washer/dryer. 905-686-8569. PICKERING - ALTONA/TWYN RIVERS bedroom available in large home with pool, shared bathroom with jacuzzi tub. Use of kitchen and laundry. Working female preferred. Avail immed. $450/mo. 905- 509–0323 PICKERING - NON-SMOKER PREFERRED,available im- mediately. Very large with en- suite bathroom, air condition- ing, cable included. Shared kitchen and laundry facilities. $600/month including cable and all utilities. (905)831– 9702 SHARE FULLY FURNISHED house. Simcoe/Beatrice, no smoking"pets. C/A, laundry, cable, utilities included. Call (905) 404–0350 leave mes- sage. Shared Accommodation450 HOUSE TO SHARE fully equipped, near Pickering Town Centre and GO Station, 401 access, lots of room, $375/ month, cable, c/a, available now, female preferred. Call 416-871- 8687 LARGE BEAUTIFUL 2-bdrm condo to share with reliable non- smoking working person. Indoor pool, a/c, 2 baths. Next to YMCA, Oshawa. Avail immediately or March 1st. $400/monthly. (905)723–7213. PICKERING CLOSE to PTC and GO. Share with working single female. Smoker okay $480/month. Includes utilities cable parking, first/last, refer- ences. Feb 1. 905-420–6739 PRIVATE BEDROOM,shared use of home and all facilities, non- smoker. Finch/Liverpool area. Available immediately. call (905)831–5046 Office & Retail Space460 OFFICE SPACES TO RENT - Waterloo/Nelson St., Oshawa. One office - approx. 170sq ft; One office - approx. 140sq ft. Full service if required. Furnished/unfurnished (905)434–1888. SECOND FLOOR UNIT,approx. 560 sq.ft. Simcoe St. N. location. Available Feb. 1st. Parking avail- able. Call Kathy or Bob (905) 576-5123. STORE FOR RENT, South Oshawa, 1042 sq.ft. $11.50/sq.ft. semi gross. Call (416)487–9648. UXBRIDGE small profession- al office space available on Toronto Street. $1000 inclusive Available immediately. Call 905- 683-5117 ask for Abe Fakhourie. Cottages for Rent470 3 BEDROOM COTTAGE for rent, 30 minutes North of Lindsay, indoor plumbing, shows extremely well, large lot on quiet road $550/week. Call 705-953-9177. BETHANY HILLS -3 km to Devils Elbow ski hill. Cross- country trails in front of chalet. 3 bedrooms, whirlpool, wood- stove. Weekly/monthly or yearly. Call 905-433-8830 BLUE MOON RETREAT, 1- 800-659-9448. Ready for win- ter get-away? Secluded, luxu- ry chalet, Jacuzzi, sauna, 54 in color t.v./satellite, vcr, ster- eo, skiing near by, snowmobi- ling, or just relax. Call Joanne. Resorts485 BUTTERMILK FALLS RESORT Need a weekend away from it all? Enjoy Winter Wonderland In Beautiful Haliburton High- lands Cosy House-keeping Cottages Electric Heat Wood stove and barbecue Skiing - snowmobiling Ice Fishing Packages Available 1-888- 368-3147 www.buttermilk- fallsresort.com Florida Vac. Rentals490 FLORIDA RENTAL one week March 18-25/01. Near Disney World. Townhouse, sleeps 6 $950 Cdn (Cash or certified cheque) 905-852-9097 Private Homes For Sale500 ONLY $134,900!Detached bungalow in Ajax. 40X100 foot lot. 3 bedrooms. Huge eat-in kitchen. Mike Lynch Sales Rep., Sutton Group Heritage. 905-831-9500 PICKERING 3 BEDROOM House, 2-1/2 baths, garage, looks new, excellent location, quiet neighbourhood, near conservation area. $219,800. Call 905-509-4698 3+1 BEDROOM SEMI in Bow- manville, 1/1/2 bathrooms, large yard, garage, close to school, shopping, 401. Some new upgrades. Asking $119,900. For more info (905) 697–3532 CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 95%. From 6.95% for 5 years. Best available rates. Private funds available. Refinancing debt consolidation a specialty. For fast professional service call 905-666-4986/ 905-686-2557. WHITBY SECLUDED crescent location, 3 bedroom backsplit, fireplace, fully fenced, cedar- hedged backyard. Large deck, close to 401. Park complex near- by. No agents, $185,900. Call 905-434-5267 Commercial Property514 2500 SQ.FT. OF COM/IND space for lease. Bond St. downtown Oshawa. Lrg over- head doors 571-5138. Money to Lend575 BUSINESS LOANS -$10K to $50K approvals 48 hrs. Gov- ernment secured loans to $250K. 1-877-643-0130 or (905)420-3960.cnp MONEY PROBLEMS,Get out of debt quick without going bankrupt or being garnisheed. Everyone accepted regardless of credit rating. Call for free information. 905-576-3505. Student loans included. Financial Services576 CREDIT REPAIRED Guar- anteed or money refunded. Bankruptcy? Bad Credit Re- port? Turned down for loans/ mortgages/credit cards? We can help. Confidential & Legal. (905)686–8927 Mortgages, Insurance580 MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any pur- pose. All applications accept- ed. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905) 668– 6805. Business Opportunities590 $$ GOVERNMENT - Funds$$ Grants and loans information to start and expand your busi- ness or farm. 1-800-505-8866. BAR/NIGHT CLUB,for sale downtown Oshawa, large roof top patio, established over 6 years. Call (905)728–2813. BUSINESS FOR SALE-Hair Salon, great plaza location. 4 chairs and leaseholds, 2 chairs leased, new owner re- quired. Call Barrie Lennox, Remax First, 668-3800. CLOTHING COMPANY MO- BILE - Nursing homes & re- tirement villas etc. Areas available. Must have vehicle and $5,000 investment. Se- cured by stock. Couple ideal, retired okay. 1-888-715-3902. FOR SALE Automotive Body Shop in Oshawa. Fully equipped. A turn key opera- tion. For more information, call Mario at 720-3666 or 665- 9150 after 6p.m. TRAIN AT HOME - Work at home. Invaluable product. High profit margin. Call An- drew (905)962-0350. Coming Events640 *EXHIBITORS WANTED* Durham's Largest Homeshow. Metro East Trade Centre, March 2-4, 2001. 1st Class Exhibitors. Call 905-655-8278 or 1-800-461-3355. Personals670 FEELING TIRED? Grand open- ing. Let MASSAGE MASSAGE help. Beautiful Russian ladies will take your troubles away Weekly specials, free parking behind building. 7 days/week 128 Dundas W. Whitby 905- 665-2018 ARE YOU READY TO - 'Get - a- Life'? Our social club for single professionals over 30 arranges events from Sunday Brunch to Dinner Theater. Special 6 mth. membership $100. Call 'Get-a-Life' Singles Club. (905) 619–3653 DURHAM SINGLES New ap- proach to finding lasting rela- tionships. Personal Growth Seminars, Events, Quality People, First Rate At- mosphere. Selective. Call 905-438-1720 www.durhamsingles.com DURHAM'S OWN DATING SERVICE!Call 905-683-1110. Create a private mailbox or browse other personal ads free. Meet a new Friend or Love for life. GRAND OPENING - "Dream Spa". Full-body relaxation massage. Open Monday-Sun- day. Early Morning & Late Night Specials 7 days/week. 155 Simcoe St. South, Osha- wa. (905)721-2345. SENIORS CO-OP HOUSING We have the features at competitive prices 416-445-0273 OSHAWA Family Bldg. Large 2 & 3 B/R units. $740 & $850 at 280 Wentworth St.W. Utilities included. Easy access to schools, shopping, For appt. call (905) 721-8741 AJAX 2 BRAND NEW 2 bedroom, walkout basement apartments $750, $850. first/last No smoking/no pets Hwy #2 and Westney References Call 905-427–8735 A & A AUTO Cars, trucks, boats. We pay up to $10,000. Cash on the spot. Any condition, any year. Call us anytime, 24 hours, 7 days, 30 min. service. 905-686-0605 or 905-706-3880. WE FINANCE EVERYONE First time buy- ers, bankrupt, bad credit, no credit. You work? You drive! Lots of choice. Down or Trade may be required. SPECIAL FINANCE DEPARTMENT SHERIDAN CHEV 905-706-8498 MUST SELL!! 1997 Chrysler Intrepid ES. 3.3 Litre, teal blue, 94,000 kms, fully loaded, keyless entry, immaculate, safety & emission tested. One female owner. Asking $10,500 obo. 728-9815 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 26, 2001-PAGE 37 FIND YOUR NEXT USED VEHICLE AT: durhamwheels.com 300 Automobiles for Sale 300 Automobiles for Sale 300 Automobiles for Sale FURNISHED 2 BED. + OFFICE BUNGALOW ON COUNTRY LOT Approx. 30 min. N. of Whitby/Pickering/Ajax Starting at $1900 all inclusive (incl. wkly. cleaning) *Dishes *Linens *Cable *Tel. 1-905-852-6513 445 Furnished Accommodations 445 Furnished Accommodations 580 Mortgages, Insurance 580 Mortgages, Insurance IT'S A BOY! Weddel, Brad & Bonny are proud parents of Adam Bradley Weddel Born January 16th, 2001 weighing 7 lb. 10 oz Proud grandparents are Roy and Marg Weddel, and Dave and Carolyn Clanfield 710 Births 710 Births 360 Snowmobiles 400 Apartments for Rent 400 Apartments for Rent 500 Private Homes for Sale NO TIME TO TALK Why not Fax us your ad! You can use your fax machine to send us your advertisement. Please allow time for us to confirm your ad copy and price prior to deadline. One of our customer service representatives will call you. Please remember to leave your company name, address, phone number and contact name. Fax News Advertiser 905-579-4218 or Uxbridge Times- Journal / Tribune 905-852-9341 680 Announcements 680 Announcements BAD CREDIT? NO CREDIT? EVEN BANKRUPT CREDIT? But need a car? Phone Rob today 576-1800 All applications accepted. Bring in this ad & get $100 toward your purchase • Deposit required SALES LIMITED Need a Car? And Your Credit Repaired? No Credit, Bad Credit or even Bankrupt Phone Mel today @ BROCK AUTO (905) 619-8763 Down Payment or Trade May Be Required PAY YOURSELF NOT YOUR LANDLORD! OWN YOUR HOME!! FREE • Consultation • Pre-approval • Home Buyers’ Kit 20 years experience to work for you! Heritage Realty Inc. Ask for Rhonda Harper Sales Rep. 905 619-9500 MORTGAGES AND LOANS 1st & 2nds to 95% - Purchase / refinance • Your bank said No • No Income • Poor Credit Funds available with home equity. Competitive rates Consult an experienced broker instead of shopping. *No up front costs Ask for Ray Raymond 905-666-4986 or Evgs & Wkends 905-430-9017 Approved by phone EVERY DAY IS PAYDAY WHEN YOU NEED CASH! We hold your personal cheque ‘til payday NO CREDIT CHECKS! 310-CASH PICKERING AND OSHAWA CALL NOW! SELLING YOUR CAR OR TRUCK? Showcase it across Durham Region. Call Classifieds Ajax at 683-0707 or Uxbridge at 852-9141 PAGE 38-THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 26, 2001 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net ATTENTION AUCTIONEERS!! Our "Auction Package" consists of your ad running weekly in these publications: • Oshawa Whitby This Week • Ajax Pickering News Advertiser • Port Perry This Week • Northumberland News • Uxbridge Tribune/Times Journal • Canadian Statesman/Clarington One call does it all!! Phone 576-9335 Fax 579-4218 SPECIAL SUNDAY SALE MAJOR AUCTION Kahn Auction Centre, 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering, 3 mi. N. of Hwy. 401 exit 399 SUNDAY JAN. 28TH 1:00 P.M. START; PREVIEW: 12:00 NOON Selection of antiques from Europe including France, Belgium, England and estate contents in- cluding Old Apple Tree Inn (c1855), giftwares and lots of small treasures. SPECIAL FEATURES: Mission oak diningroom su- ite c1920, 9 pc. mahogany diningroom c1930, french oak country sideboard, Victorian hall- stand,c1855 pine table, Lord Nelson Chintz, grandfather clocks, lots of china and collectibles!! ANTIQUES & FURNITURE:oak diningroom table, 6 leather chairs with bronze studs c1880, antique quarter cut sideboards and china cabinets, (c1890), Gothic oak desk and chair, drop front desk, mahogany sideboard, Victorian mirror, hall- stand walnut, mahogany teacart - refinished ma- hogany china cabinet c1930, oak bedroom furni- ture, old chairs, spool bed, rockers, pine harvest table, old prints and lithographs, too many to list! GLASSWARES & CHINA: Selection of blue & white china (old) Lord Nelson Chintz - collection of Royal Winton discontinued wares, silver plate collection, cut glass - cranberry, Limoges from France, Royal Doulton dinnerware, selection of cups and saucers, lots of little treasures! GIFTWARES: Selection of Limited Edition Dolls, Carriages, lamps, handicrafts, painted trunks, Murano handmade clowns, hand-painted Porce- lain, Satsama, and cast iron toys. ESTATE CONTENTS:We have been instructed to sell the contents from the old Apple Tree Inn, Meadowvale (Group of Seven painted there). There are many old and great treasures from here to be sold! AUCTIONEERS REMARKS: This sale will be one of the finest selection of antiques to quality giftwares and collectibles. Plan to attend this sale. All items must be sold! No registration fee. No buyers pre- mium. Terms: Cash, Visa, M/C, Amex. 650 Auctions 650 Auctions 650 Auctions 650 Auctions 650 Auctions 690 Worship Services 690 Worship Services 690 Worship Services 690 Worship Services In Loving Memory of A Dear Husband ❦HAROLD JAMES BENTLEY ❦ January 27, 1998 He went away without farewell He said goodbye to none But heaven's gate was open wide And a loving voice said "Come", Beside his grave we often stand Our hearts are tired and sore But through the gloom, There comes the words, "Not dead, just gone before." Sadly missed by Wife Helen and family 910 Deaths 910 Deaths 910 Deaths 910 Deaths 900 In-Memoriams 900 In-Memoriams Plumbing809 Painting & Decorating810 Flooring, Carpeting830 QUEEN'S FLOORING & DESIGNS.Sales and Installa- tion (Full service) Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl, Ceramic tile, Laminate, Custom Made & Designs. 27 years Experi- ence. Free Estimates and Shop At Home. Seniors Dis- count. Best Prices. Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed! Tel 905-438-0057 or Cell:416-930- 0861 House Cleaning835 AAMAZING CLEANING INC. Too busy? Too tired? or Just don't like cleaning? Bonded & Insured. Call Teresa (905) 666-0727 to arrange a clean- ing by one of our experienced staff. Disc Jockeys851 Driving Schools885 Adult Entertainment892 FEMALE ESCORTS for Durham Region Call (416)301–5219 also looking for ladies 18+ drivers provided LONELY? OUR SECRET 100% Discretion Out Calls Only 9am til ?? 905-431-5204 Hiring 18+ S&B DRIVING SCHOOL MTO/OSL approved insurance course-$285. 10 in car lessons $207. Free pick-up and drop off (416) 287-3060 Vision Tutoring Call if your child needs help with Reading and Language Skills, French Immersion, High School French. Call Christine 905-509-7465 AM PROMOTIONS DJ Service Music For All Occasions Call us for quality & affordability 416-578-3864 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workman- ship Fast, clean, reliable service. 428-0081 All Pro Painting and Wallpapering Stucco ceilings, General repairs, Top quality work at reasonable prices 20% off for Seniors Call for a FREE Estimate 404-9669 PLUMBER ON THE GO Top Quality Plumbing at Reasonable rates Service and new installations Residential -Commercial No job too big or small Free estimates-over 20 years experience Call 905-837–9722 RENOVATIONS PAINTING, bathrooms, rec rooms, licensed & insured. Quality work. Best prices (905)649–6996 GEORGE'S HANDYMAN SERVICE Decks, Fences, Doors, Kitchens, Bathrooms, Drywall, Taping, Ceramic Tiles & General Repairs (905)837–0702 cell (416)835-3689 BUDGET HOME IMPROVEMENTS Bathroom renova- tions, new kitchen counters and kitch- ens, finished bas- ments, rec. rooms and decks. 20 yrs. Exp. Call Mario (905)- 619-4663 Cell (416) 275-0034 " WINTER SPECIALS " CELLO CONTRACTING Handyman Services ✴ Minor Repairs ✴Renovations *No Jobs too Small* Call Joe for your Free Estimate Cell (416) 409-1383 Pgr. (416) 330-4046 800 Improvements 800 Improvements RABBIT WANTS WORK Doing Magic For Children's Parties And All Occasions. Have My Own Magician. Call Ernie 668-4932 852 Party Services 852 Party Services SNOW ON THE HILLS At Hy -Hope Farm Tobogganing & Hot chocolate Horse Drawn SleighRides FRESH APPLE BAKING AND PRESERVES (905) 655-4123 5450 Lakeridge Rd. Pickering (enter at own risk) SELL IT NOW CALL Uxbridge 852-9141 or Ajax 683-0707 815 Moving & Storage 865 Private Tutors/ Schools Furnishings / Artwork / Giftware & Collectibles FEATURES An Outstanding Collection of Art A Variety Of Original Oils On Canvas / Original Frescos James Lumbers, Robert Bateman, Trisha Romance Prints & Plates, Tom Thomson, Jim Daly, Walter Campbell, Carl Brenders, Franklin Carmichael, J.E.H.. MacDonald, Emily Carr And A Rare Offering Of Christine Marshall A Private Collection Offered - A.J. Casson - 100th Anniversary, Sold-Out Ontario Series, Platinums, Full Signatures. Many, Many More. All Professionally Framed And Matted A Large Offering Of Furniture Mahogany & Oak Dining Sets - Hand Carved Mahogany Cabinets, Chippendale, French & Queen Anne Style Furnishings, Plant Stands, Hall Stands, Marble Top Consoles, China Cabinets, Benches, Clocks, Victorian Style Washstands, Several Fancy Occasional Tables, Quilt Stands, Bowfronts, Carved Upholstered Chairs, Loveseats, Coffee & End Tables, Area Rugs, Persian Rugs, Tiffany Lamps, Parlour Lamps, Modern And Reproduction Desks, Tea Servers, Armoires, Privacy Screens, Baker’s Rack, Magazine Stands, Some Estate Pieces, Plus Many Other Interesting & Unique Items. An Assortment Of Giftware, Jewellery, Stamps And Coins Weathervanes, Wrought Iron, Cast Iron Toys, Satsuma Oriental Porcelain, Bronze Statues, Doll Furniture, Candle Stands, Porcelain Bisque Dolls, Tiffany Lamps, Dragonfly Lamps, Marked Limoges, Alabaster Sculptures, Crystal, Desna Glassware, Royal Dux, - Ladies’ And Gents’ Gold, Diamond And Stones, Watches - Rings - Earrings, Necklaces, Rare Coins, Bank Notes & Stamps From Private Collection And More A Selection of Autographed Sports Memorabilia Wayne Gretzky, Maurice Richard, Gordie Howe, Bobby Orr, Rookie Cards & Pucks and Much, Much More Terms Cash - Visa - M/C - Amex - (Debit, if available). As Per Posted and Announced Additions and deletions apply. Auctioneer not responsible for accidents. J.D. MARSHALL AND ASSOCIATES 905-953-8358 FREE DRAW FOR VCR TO ALL REGISTERED BIDDERS AT CONCLUSION OF SALE AUCTION An Extraordinary Offering of High Quality Merchandise NO BUYER’S PREMIUMS OR FEES WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31st in PORT PERRY Preview at 6:00pm. - Auction to begin at 7:00 p.m. - Arrive Early to Ensure Seating Scugog Community Centre 1655 Reach Street in Port Perry Partial L i s t i n g O n l y Too Man y I t e m s t o M e n t i o n Partial L i s t i n g O n l y Too Ma n y I t e m s t o M e n t i o n St. Isaac Joques Catholic Church 1148 Finch Avenue, Pickering L1V 1J6 (905) 831-3353 SUNDAY LITURGY Saturday Vigil 4:30 p.m. Sunday Morning 8:30, 10:00, 11:30 a.m. Sunday Evening 7:30 p.m. ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN 35 Church St. North Pickering Village - 683-7311 Bible Study - 9:15 a.m. Sunday Family Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School - Supervised Nursery Dr. Everett Briard - Interim Minister EVERYONE WELCOME Monday 7:30PM Prayer Meeting Tuesday 7:30PM Bible Study Friday 7:30PM Youth Group If we could be of any assistance to you, please call us at 905-837-7791 Revivaltime Tabernacle Durham A Family Oriented Community Church. The Church That Love is Building and Where Miracles are Happening Rev. Dr. & Mrs. Audley James Founders/Overseers/Sr. Pastors Sunday 10:00AM Sunday School (All ages) 11:00AM Worship Service 6:30PM Evening Praise & Worship WEEKLY ACTIVITIES: AJAX New Testament Church of God PENTECOSTAL 95 MaGill Dr., McLean Community Centre Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Worship Service - 11:00 a.m. Rev. Christie, Pastor (905) 686-7040 • (905) 434-2716 550 Kingston Rd., Pickering Publishes every Friday. To advertise your church services call Janice at 683-0707 Come and Worship AJAX BAPTIST CHURCH Welcomes you to celebrate our 55th Anniversary Sun. Jan. 28 @ 10:30 with Rev. Ron Baxter. MARSHALL GROUP HOME IMP. Doors, windows, carpentry, flooring, ceramics, decks Free Estimates Seniors Discounts (905) 428-3362 Ask for Paul Exclusively Yours Upscale Escort Service Serving Durham Region Discretion Guaranteed Open 9 a.m. Daily (905) 725-2322 Now Hiring 18+ Cross Movers Exp. in moving Households • Offices • Apts. Packing Avail. Free Estimates 416-423-0239 905-683-5342 1-877-432-1841 Death Notice Listings For Audio on current deaths, call 683-3005 From Clarington, Port Perry or Uxbridge, please call 1-905-683-3005. Visit us on the internet: www.durhamnews.net Brought to you by the following funeral homes: Accettone, Armstrong, Low & Low, Martino & Sons, McEachnie, McIntosh-Anderson, Morris, Newcastle Funeral Home, Northcutt-Elliott, Oshawa Funeral Service, Wagg, W.C. Town, Memorial Chapel. 1. Simply dial the above number on a touch tone phone only. 2. Listen for the name you are looking for. The listings are recorded by surname first. 3. When you hear the name you want, press 1 to hear details of the funeral arrangements. 4. If you miss any information, press 1 to replay the details. 5. If you want to go back to the main directory of names, press 2 and repeat from Step 2. Step To place your personalized In Memoriam, call 683-0707 (Ajax) or 852-9141 (Uxbridge) and let one of our professional advisors help you.AJAX/PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER & UXBRIDGE TIMES-JOURNAL/TRIBUNE CLASSIFIEDS...RESULTS YOU CAN MEASURE THE NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001, PAGE 39 C DAVIDSON HOTLINE (416 ) 281 -22 77 Out of Town Call 1-800-465-8142 ALL COMPANY DEMOS PRICED TO CLEAROUT!ALL COMPANY DEMOS PRICED TO CLEAROUT!NO Payments NO Downpayment NO Interest for 90 Days * Sale prices are plus freight, PDE, admin. fee and taxes extra. Factory to dealer allowance (7% no GST + $500) are applied to sale prices. GST + $500.00 cannot be applied with special low A.P.R. from Chrysler and Gold Key lease. Excluded models to programs are Viper, Prowler and P.T. Cruiser. Leases based on 36 month term, freight, admin. fee, PDE and taxes extra. Mileage allowance on lease is 20,4000 km per year. Excess mileage at 15¢ per km at maturity. 5 or MORE COMPANY VEHICLES? YOU ARE A FLEET!!! SPECIAL DISCOUNTS, LOANS, LINES AND LEASES AVAILABLE. FLEET INFORMATION CONTACT: MARK BULL ext. 124 OR fleetguy@davidsonchrysler.com STOP (416) 281-2277 1-800-465-8142MORNINGSIDE AVE.M I L I T A R Y T R A I L 401 2A K I NGSTON R D .KINGS T O N R O A D LAWRENCE AVE E. Hig hland Creek ELLESMERE RD. 46 9 5 KKI N G STO N RRD . SSCAR B O R OUGH MARK BULL Fleet Manager SYED RIZVI Leasing Manager MASEY GUTKIN Sales Consultant JOHN CAMPBELL Sales Consultant NANGY AMEREE Sales Consultant BILL GALLAGHER Sales Consultant AMHED AZIZ Sales Consultant STEVE WILLIAMS Sales Consultant MIKE MISARK Sales Consultant STEVE SMITH Sales Consultant JOHN GOTZAMANIS New Car Manager WE PWE PAAY THE Y THE GST + $500 ENDS GST + $500 ENDS JANUARJANUARY 31STY 31ST THE CUSTHE CUS TT OMER IS ALOMER IS ALWW AAYY S THE S THE WINNER at DWINNER at D AAVIDSON CHRVIDSON CHR YY SLERSLER HARD WORK AND INTEGRITY HAS KEPT US ON TOP FOR 53 YEARS OR OR OR OR OR OR OR OR OR OR OR 2001 CHR2001 CHRYSLER SEBRING LX SEDANYSLER SEBRING LX SEDAN 2.7 litre, V-6 200hp engine, auto, air, power windows & locks, tilt, cruise, dual air bags, all new and redesigned for this year! LEASE FROM $299 + TAX 36 MONTHS $2995 DOWN BUY AT $$23,88823,888 4.8% FINANCE FOR 48 MONTHS LEASE FROM $298 + TAX 36 MONTHS $3707 DOWN 2001 DODGE CARA2001 DODGE CARAVVAN SEAN SE 3.3 L V-6, auto, air, dual sliding doors, deep tint sunscreen, tilt, cruise, power windows + locks, am/fm cassette, child anchor system, the best selling mini-van! 2001 DODGE GRAND CARA2001 DODGE GRAND CARAVVAN SPORAN SPORTT 3.3 litre V-6, auto, auto, air, deep tint sunscreen, tilt, cruise, keyless entry, illuminated entry, rear a/c, dual zone temp. control, light pkg, quad seats, cd player, award winning mini-van! BUY AT $$28,48828,488 4.8% FINANCE FOR 48 MONTHS LEASE FROM $368 + TAX 36 MONTHS $3792 DOWN 2001 DODGE DAKOT2001 DODGE DAKOTA CLUB CABA CLUB CAB 3.9 litre, V-6 magnum eng., auto, tilt, cruise, air, floor mats, CD player, alloy rims, sport decor pkg, lots more! BUY AT $$22,98822,988 4.8% FINANCE FOR 48 MONTHS LEASE FROM $288 + TAX 36 MONTHS $2881 DOWN 3.8% FINANCE FOR 48 MONTHS BUY AT $$20,99820,998 BUY AT $$17,59917,599 0.8% FINANCE FOR 48 MONTHS LEASE FROM $238 + TAX 36 MONTHS $2530 DOWN OR OR 2001 CHR2001 CHRYSLER NEON “GTS”YSLER NEON “GTS” 2.0L, 132 HP engine, auto, air, tilt steering, 15” alloy rims, rear spoiler, 4 disc in-dash CD player, dual air bags. Great deal! BUY AT $$23,98823,988 2001 DODGE RAM QUAD CAB2001 DODGE RAM QUAD CAB 5.2 litre V8 magnum engine, auto, air, tilt, cruise, ST decor pkg, chrome rims, P245 tires, bodyside mouldings, built Dodge Ram tough 2.8% FINANCE FOR 48 MONTHS LEASE FROM $338 + TAX 36 MONTHS $3216 DOWN 2001 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO 4X42001 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO 4X4 4.0 litre engine, auto, air, power windows+ locks, tilt, cruise, keyless entry, CD player, power mir- rors, alloy rims, alarm, the king of the 4x4! BUY AT $$34,88834,888 2.8% FINANCE FOR 48 MONTHS LEASE FROM $398 + TAX 36 MONTHS $4100 DOWN OR OR 2001 JEEP CHEROKEE SPOR2001 JEEP CHEROKEE SPOR T 4 DOOR 4X4T 4 DOOR 4X4 4.0 litre, 6 clyn, auto, air, tilt, cruise, power windows + locks, rear-trac diff., rear cargo cover, deep tinted windows, power heated mirrors, alloy rims, full size spare, AM/FM cass. & CD player, so much more! BUY AT $$26,98826,988 2.8% FINANCE FOR 48 MONTHS GREAT VALUE! We pay the GST +$500 ends January 31 A/P PAGE 40 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, January 26, 2001