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ThisWeekend Singles ponder the possibilities using Feng Shui PICKERING –– The Get-A- Life Singles Singles Social Club invites single people over the age of 40 to learn more about the possibilities of Feng Shui at a special presentation this Sunday. The club presents Brenda Thompson speaking on how feng shui can help you attract love and romance in your life. Cost for the Sunday, Feb. 4 session is $10 and it starts at 2 p.m. Call 905-619-3653 for more information and the location of the event. PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER PICKERING’S COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER SINCE 1965 PRESSRUN 51,100 36 PAGES FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2001 OPTIONAL 4 WEEK DELIVERY $5/ $1 NEWSSTAND WHERE TO FIND IT Editorial Page/6 Entertainment/25 Sports/29 Classified/31 GIVE US A CALL General/683-5110 Distribution/683-5117 General FAX/683-7363 Death Notices/683-3005 Sincerely Yours 1-800-662-8423 Web site:durhamnews.net Email:steve.houston @durhamnews.net at the Pickering Sports & Rec. 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Retreat puts focus on waterfront, budget Pickering sets course for 2001 BY SUSAN O’NEILL Staff Writer PICKERING ––The City’s budget timetable, the status of the waterfront trail and a propos- al to reform the structure of council were among the items discussed during a one-day re- treat for Pickering councillors Monday. The mayor and local and re- gional councillors met with City staff at the Civic Complex for an all-day session to talk about some of the issues council will be facing in the coming months. And, one of the biggest chal- lenges is the budget process. Mayor Wayne Arthurs report- ed council is concerned with the possibility of having a “very late budget this year” due to the provincial government’s new tax- ation policies. He added the anticipated delay is to a “large extent driven by our ability to get clear infor- mation on the tax policy implica- tions.” No dates have been set yet re- garding Pickering’s budget timetable, Mayor Arthurs said, noting “council will have to look at elements of the budget” in March in an effort to determine what projects may require “early approval”. Mayor Arthurs said council- lors also discussed a proposal from Ward 2 Regional Councillor Mark Holland to alter the struc- ture of council and create more subcommittees. “This current discussion is one more rendition (of debates the City has had on the issue in the past),” Mayor Arthurs said. “It’s not the first and it won’t be the last.” He added municipalities seem to be moving away from the multi-committee structures to fewer committees. But, given the fact the City re- cently restructured its adminis- tration, Mayor Arthurs said it’s an “opportune time” to see if the work of the City could fit any better into that new administra- tive structure. He also says councillors re- ceived an update on the status of the millennium trail and water- front project. There are still several compo- nents of the project that must be completed, including resolving a dispute with the Pickering Har- bour Company, which has erect- ed a fence around a small parcel of land it owns on the edge of the millennium square at the foot of Liverpool Road. Mayor Arthurs said he’ll continue to work with PHC president Harold Hough in an effort to reach a solution. Pickering woman survives shark attack Following three operations, Soile Hamalainen returns home today BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer A local woman is expected to regain almost full use of her left arm after being attacked by a shark in Cuba. Soile Hamalainen, 55, is slated to return to her west Pickering home today after recovering from her injuries at Toronto Western Hospital. Mrs. Hamalainen and her hus- band, Tarmo, 54, had been cele- brating a belated 35th wedding anniversary with a two-week va- cation at the LTI Costa Verde re- sort near Guardalauaca, when the attack occurred Jan. 24. “(Doctors) are pretty hopeful that she will recover almost com- pletely, not quite, but almost completely,” said Mr. Hamalainen. “I guess time will tell.” The couple were swimming about five metres apart in roughly 1.67 metres of water when Mr. Hamalainen heard his wife scream. He immediately guessed the cause of her distress. “I had the idea right away,” he said. “I froze probably for a cou- ple of seconds then got out of it and started to swim like crazy.” Mr. Hamalainen said his wife’s blood was already staining the water when he reached her, and the dorsal fin and back of the fish was visible. The shark had ripped open a large gash in Mrs. Hamalainen’s upper left arm and had already pulled her under the water once, apparently trying to drag her out to deeper water. Yelling for help, Mr. Hamalainen said he grabbed the dorsal fin with both hands and tried to pull the shark away from his wife, then started punching and kicking the fish. He guessed See TROPICAL page 5 BY SUSAN O’NEILL Staff Writer The Region should explore the pos- sibility of building a new headquarters to house its entire staff instead of con- tinuing to leasing buildings throughout Durham, says Whitby Mayor Marcel Brunelle. “The amount of money we’re paying to house our people is enormous,” Mayor Brunelle told the works commit- tee Jan. 24. And, he believes it may be more cost effective in the long run for Durham to build a new facility to house the various regional departments as opposed to renting numerous sites. “We are spending millions of dollars a year renting properties all over the Region of Durham... we’re making landlords very rich,” Mayor Brunelle said in an interview, adding the Region should examine whether the money that’s being spent on rent would sup- port the mortgage of a new building that would eventually belong to the tax- payers. “There ought to be something that ends up being the property of the tax- payers,” he said. “I question the policy of continuing to rent, rent, rent.” Mayor Brunelle also said there could be an opportunity to build a new regional headquarters in conjunction with the consolidated courthouse the Province is discussing. And, he added a possible site for that project is on the property the Region owns at 605 Ross- land Rd. E. in Whitby where Durham’s headquarters are currently located. “Perhaps the courthouse could be built in conjunction with the new Re- gional headquarters,” he said. “I don’t know if that’s feasible or if anybody would want to do it, but we should look at it.” Mayor Brunelle asked staff to pre- pare a report for the works committee outlining what it costs the Region to lease facilities and what opportunities there may be for a new centralized building. “It can’t hurt us to find out,” he said. Durham Chairman Roger Anderson said, “I don’t disagree with what Mar- cel is saying. All the points made by Mayor Brunelle are bang on.” He pointed out every councillor has complained about the cost of the vari- ous leases at some point in time. “This place was a temporary facili- ty,” said Mr. Anderson of the Works Department offices at 105 Consumers Dr. in Whitby. “We now rent the whole complex... we could have bought this... we’ve been here 25 years. Mr. Anderson continued saying he expects the topic “will create a major amount of debate” at the council table but he maintained, “It’s time we find out how much we’re paying.” However, Scugog Mayor Doug Moffatt reminded committee members to “remember what went on at the (Durham District School Board when it built a new headquarters on Taunton Road)... it all turned sour and it’s still sour.” But, he agreed there is a need for centralization, adding, “maybe a new police headquarters should be part of the discussion as well.” Mayor Brunelle said his suggestion “isn’t an attempt to capture the court- house. This is an attempt to say there are opportunities out there and we have to look at it... what I’m interested in is seeing the Regional taxpayers get the best deal.” Regional officials did not return nu- merous calls regarding the number of facilities Durham leases and the associ- ated costs. 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MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY FRIDAY Ajax High 8 - 10 pm Lakeside 8 - 10 pm Dennis O’Connor 7 - 9 pm Ajax High 6 - 8:30 pm Lakeside 6 - 8 pm Exeter 6:30 - 10 pm Feb 2 - U9 Feb 2 - U14 Feb 5 - U13 Feb 6 - U12 Feb 8 - U8 Feb 9 - U15 Feb 9 - U11 Feb 12 - U12 Feb 13 - U11 Feb 14 - U19 Feb 15 - U10 Feb 16 - U10 Feb 19 - U16/17 Feb 20 - U11 Feb 22 - U8 Feb 23 - U8 Feb 26 - U13 Feb 27 - U9 Feb 28 - U16/17 Mar 1 - U9 Mar 2 - U15 Mar 5 - U13 Mar 6 - U16/17 Mar 8 - U8 Rep Boys Tryout Schedule 2001 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, February 2, 2001 PAGE 3 A/P Just the fax? We’re at 683-7363 Ajax physician won’t pay fine for OHIP fraud Sentence for Dr. Donald MacDiarmid declared illegal by Court of Appeal BY STEPHEN SHAW Staff Writer An Ajax physician guilty of de- frauding OHIP of $155,675 has es- caped a six-figure fine after the On- tario Court of Appeal declared his sentence illegal. Dr. Donald MacDiarmid, 37, was handed an 18-month conditional sen- tence, two years’probation, 150 hours of community service and a fine of $100,000 after pleading guilty last year in Oshawa court to fraud over $5,000. Court heard he bilked the province’s health-care system by sub- mitting approximately 6,000 false claims between January 1998 and January 1999. He also admitted de- frauding the Westney Heights Med- ical Centre, — where he worked — of approximately the same amount be- tween 1994 and 1997. On appeal, the defence argued — and the Crown conceded — attaching both a probation order and a fine to a sentence of imprisonment rendered the sentence illegal. Although served in the community, usually under house arrest, condition- al sentences are defined by the Crimi- nal Code as incarceration. Under the conditional sentence imposed by Mr. Justice Donald Halikowski, the doctor was ordered to remain in his residence at all times during the first 12 months, except to attend work and counselling or any outings permitted by his sen- tence supervisor. Dr. MacDiarmid’s lawyer asked to have the fine struck from the sentence while Crown counsel urged the court of appeal to remove the probation portion. The court ruled in favour of the defence, noting Dr. MacDiarmid made full restitution prior to sentenc- ing and neither the Crown, which had sought a jail term, nor the defence had proposed a fine during sentencing submissions. “If restitution had not been made, it would have been reason- able for the trial judge to impose the same conditional sentence and terms of probation and then make a restitution order to com- plete the appellant’s rehabilita- tion,” read this week’s decision by a three-justice appeal court panel. “In the present case, the ap- pellant did not profit from his crime and made full restitution prior to sentencing. There is no need for a fine. The conditional sentence and the probation order address all the principles of sen- tencing. Without the fine, the sentence is fit.” 235 BAYLY ST. W. 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But, finance commissioner Jim Clapp reported the credit rating is the result of not only Region staff, but thanks to the efforts of each municipal- ity in Durham. “What we’ve been able to do as a Region is the pay-as-you-go principle,” he said, noting area municipalities also operate under that principle when it comes to capital funding. “It is, quite frankly, a team.” Regional finance staff met with rep- resentatives of S&P last November to review the Region’s triple ‘A’ rating. The bond-rating agency confirmed Jan. 19 that the Region will retain that rat- ing. “This rating illustrates the top-notch work that is being done within our Re- gion and reflects the expertise of our staff and the decision making of our councillors,” said Durham Regional Chairman Roger Anderson. “Our resi- dents should be very pleased that a prestigious bond-rating agency has con- firmed that our tax dollars are being al- located prudently.” The Region reports the annual rating review included consideration of the performance of Durham’s economy and financial results achieved by the Region and its eight member municipalities. In its draft report, S&P noted, “The Region did not issue new debt in 1999 in support of its capital plan. 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NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, February 2, 2001 PAGE 5 A/P Recycle your News Advertiser!Pickering resident Soile Hamalainen (left) and husband Tarmo are preparing for her return home from hospital today after she was attacked by a shark while swimming in Cuba last week. Ms. Hamalainen was flown to Toronto following the attack and has already undergone surgical pro- cedures to repair damage to her left arm. Mr. Hamalainen is credited with scaring the shark off after he kicked and punched the predator as it at- tacked. Tropical vacation turns tragic for local couple the shark was at least 1.5 metres long. The fish backed off and Mr. Hamalainen started bringing his wife to shore. Three construction workers jumped into the water to help, and Mrs. Hamalainen was placed on an inflatable motorboat and taken to the beach. Mr. Hamalainen said the resort doctor was at the scene right away but realized he did not have the facilities to treat the victim. A taxi took the couple to a hospital some 15 kilome- tres away. “A couple of times she blacked out, I guess from the loss of blood,” said Mr. Hamalainen. “But only briefly. I tried to keep her talking.” Mrs. Hamalainen was also bitten on the back, suffered less severe in- juries to her lower left arm, and scratches to her leg. As is customary in shark attacks, the fish first bumped Mrs. Hamalainen before attacking. “She thought it was me just fool- ing around,” said Mr. Hamalainen. He said the incident probably took 15 seconds, “but it seemed like an eternity.” Mrs. Hamalainen had one opera- tion in Cuba and has had two since the couple’s return to Toronto Satur- day via air ambulance. “She will eventually have one more, but not before the arm has healed quite a bit,” he said. The couple have lived in Pickering for 21 years. Groundhog conducts annual outdoor pilgrimage TROPICAL from page 1 Ski for Heart race hits slopes Feb. 17 Ski your heart out for a good cause. It’s Jim Flaherty’s annual Ski for Heart Fun Race to support the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Feb. 17 at Lakeridge Ski Resort. This is the fifth year the local MPP (Whitby-Ajax) and provincial attorney general is hosting the event. Registration is from 9 a.m. till noon, and the race begins at 1 p.m. Call Mr. Flaherty’s community of- fice at 430-1141 for more information. Once a year Canadians turn to a shy recluse for an answer to their prayers for an early spring. Regardless of whether the bashful groundhog did or did not see his shadow this morning, the bad news is meteorologists are predicting winter to play itself out in full this year in Durham with another six weeks of freez- ing rain and snow. “Southern Ontario should ex- perience seasonal to above-sea- sonal temperatures as more Pa- cific air dominates the region. But along with possible milder conditions, the region can also expect an increase in precipita- tion and a mix of rain, snow and freezing rain,” according to the Weather Network. The Feb. 2 ritual aside, winter will end officially with the vernal equinox on March 21. This report is courtesy of Sharon J. Crann, Sales Representative, Slightham Real Estate. Not intended to solicit properties currently listed for sale. Advertising Feature Durham - According to industry experts, there are over 33 physical problems that will come under scrutiny during a home inspection when your home is for sale. A new report has been prepared which identifies the eleven most common of these problems, and what you should know about them before you list your home for sale. Whether you own an old home or a brand new one, there are a number of things that can fall short of requirements during a home inspection. If not identified and dealt with, any of these 11 items could cost you dearly in terms of repair. That is why it is critical that you read this report before you list your home. If you wait until the building inspector flags these issues for you, you will almost certainly experience costly delays in the close of your home sale, or worse, turn prospective buyers away all together. In most cases, you can make a reasonable pre-inspection yourself if you know what you are looking for and knowing what you are looking for can help prevent little problems from growing into costly and unmanageable ones. To help homesellers deal with this issue before their homes are listed, a free report entitled “11 Things You Need to Know to Pass Your Home Inspection”, has been compiled which explains the issues involved. To hear a brief pre-recorded message about how to order your FREE copy of this report, call 1-888-887-9586 and enter ID #1003. You can call any time 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call NOW to learn how to ensure a home inspection does not cost you the sale of your home. 11 Critical Home Inspection Traps to be Aware of Weeks Before Listing Your Home for Sale ADVERTORIAL Which of These Costly Homeseller Mistakes Will You Make When You Sell Your Home? This report is courtesy of Bill Papizzo, Prudential Achievers Realty. Not intended to solicit properties currently listed for sale. Copyright@ 2000. AJAX/PICKERING. A new report has just been released which reveals 7 costly mistakes that most homeowners make when selling their home, and a 9 Step System that can help you sell your home fast and for the most amount of money. This industry report shows clearly how the traditional ways of selling homes have become increasingly less and less effective in today’s market. The fact of the matter is that fully three quarters of homesellers don’t get what they want for their home and become disillusioned and - worse - financially disadvantaged when they put their home on the market. As this report uncovers, most homesellers make 7 deadly mistakes that cost them literally thousands of dollars. The good news is that each and every one of these mistakes is entirely preventable. In answer to this issue, industry insiders have prepared a free special report entitled “The 9 Step System to Get Your Home Sold Fast and For Top Dollar”. To hear a brief recorded message about how to order your free copy of this report, call 1-877-722-0181 and enter ID#1000. You can call anytime, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call NOW to find out how you can get the most money for your home. As an artist , Ly nn is develo ping and i nterp r et i ng her own crea tive v i sualiz ation, inspir ed often by the natural beauty of her surroundings. Lynn uses materials at hand to create art that has emphasis on pattern, texture and color. Her mixed media paintings are a fun way for Lynn to explore her working surfaces while developing unique pieces of art. Lynn grew up in the Bay Ridges area, a commu- nity neighboring Ontario Power Generation’s Pickering Nuclear, which was home for the artist from 1968 - 1985. After attending the Fine Arts Program at Fanshawe College, Lynn moved to Halifax and graduated from the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design. Lynn has resided with her family north of Uxbridge in the small com- munity of Wagner Lake since 1987. T HE PICKERING INFORMATION CENTRE Presents until March 9th, 2001 The Work of Lynn Bishop Your Pickering Information Centre, in cooperation with the Pine Ridge Arts Council, displays the work of a different local artist every three months. Drop by and see the exhibit, and while you’re here, check out what the Information Centre has to offer. Contact (905) 839-1151 ext. 3745. Pickering Nuclear Information Centre 1675 Montgomery Park Road Pickering, ON, L1V 2R5 Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 4:30 pm www.ontariopowergeneration.com/pickering A/P PAGE 6 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, February 2, 2001 News Advertiser A Metroland Community Newspaper Tim Whittaker Publisher Joanne Burghardt Editor-in-Chief Steve Houston Managing Editor Bruce Danford Director of Advertising Duncan Fletcher Retail Advertising Manager Eddie Kolodziejcak Classified Advertising Manager John Willems Real Estate/Automotive Advertising Manager Abe Fakhourie Distribution Manager Lillian Hook Office Manager Barb Harrison Composing Manager News (905) 683-5110 Sales (905) 683-5110 Classif ieds (905) 683-0707 Distribution (905) 683-5117 General Fax (905) 683-7363 E-Mail steve.houston@ durhamnews.net Web address www.durhamnews.net 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5 Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 1332791 The News Advertiser is one of the Metroland Printing, Publishing and Distributing group of newspapers. The News Advertiser is a member of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Trade, Ontario Community Newspaper Assoc., Canadian 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 Feb. 2, 2001 Fair is fair, trustees must hear call for Potter ban To the editor: Re: ‘Shetler apologizes to Wic- can,’ Jan. 24. Although I don’t agree with Devyn Gillette’s perspective on his religious faith, I am glad pub- lic school Trustee Susan Shetler has apologized to him for saying she does not represent him. As an elected representative in the area where he lives, she most certainly does. In a like fashion, there are many Christian parents in Durham Region concerned about the pres- ence of Harry Potter books in the school system. Harry Potter is a satire on the English boarding school system, which uses a school for wizards as its backdrop. Christian parents have presented complaints and petitions to our elected officials in great numbers to have these books removed from the curriculum. Witchcraft and wizardry is something that is biblically con- trary to the values that Christian parents teach their children both at home and by bringing them to Sunday school at church. The school system has opted to remove the Lord’s Prayer from its curriculum, which is grieving many Christian families. To allow the Harry Potter books, which es- pouse values contrary to the Christian faith to remain in the school system is like a slap on the face. This great country of ours grew up on Christian values. We can al- ready see the impact of removing those values from our school sys- tems. Violence and drugs have be- come the norm to our children, whereas merely 20 years ago they were the exception. I shudder to think what our society will be like 20 years from now. I would like to pose the follow- ing question: If Mr. Gillette, a member of the Wiccan Church, is entitled to action in the form of an apology as a result of his com- plaint, are not Christian parents, members of the Christian church, entitled to action in the form of re- moval of the Harry Potter books from the school system as a result of their complaints? After all, Christians are repre- sented by the same elected offi- cials. Fair is fair. Nancy Hendriks, Ajax Like it or not, and the betting is most won’t, changes are coming during the next year for governance at the local level. Premier Mike Harris has sent his strongest signals yet that the four 905 regional governments, set up nearly three decades ago, are coming to an end - at least as we know them. The groundwork for these changes was laid several years ago with the cre- ation of the Greater Toronto Services Board. Now the GTSB is finally hear- ing from the premier that he wants it to take an active role in streamlining transportation throughout the GTA. Change is inevitable. But there are obvious political con- siderations for the Tories. Since few people relate to their re- gion and have almost no emotional ties to it - does anybody ever say they’re from Durham Region? The betting is the regions will be eliminated. The To- ries would be wise to take this course of action while encouraging municipali- ties which show a willingness to do so, to take the next step and amalgamate. There have been talks between the four ‘rural’ municipalities in Durham about forming some type of union and it may well be that, together, Uxbridge, Brock, Scugog and Clarington, will be better off than as separate entities. In south Durham, Ajax and Whitby have shown extreme reluctance when con- fronted with amalgamation and it may serve citizens there to leave well enough alone. What would make little sense and cost the Tories votes and seats in the next election, would be a forced amal- gamation of unwilling municipalities. The GTSB will have to encourage shared services and must devote its en- ergies to lobbying for better bus and train service. In addition, there will be a drastic need for better east-west high- ways to try to forestall the growing gridlock in the GTA. Could fire ser- vices be better if they were shared throughout Durham or on an even wider basis? There’s a suggestion that within four years we could have a Greater Toronto Police Service with 12,000 officers, a chief and four deputies. That single force would replace the five we currently have and might save money. Local councillors are advised to keep looking for money-saving mea- sures and ways of sharing services. Amalgamation talks should continue in earnest because if solutions aren’t de- veloped locally, the Province will make the decision for us. EDITORIAL LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Premier greasing wheels for governance change Musings on GTSB, regions, municipalities pose ominous sign for local governments 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 hope one day my son comes home with a black eye. If not a shin- er, possibly a split lip or even a bust- ed nose. It’s not that I believe he de- serves it. Rather, he is completely in- nocent. He’s barely a year old. But I dare to dream! You see, as I watch my son grow, with all the expectation and concern that I suppose I share with all parents, I long for the days of the good old- fashioned fist fight. When I was a boy, fist fights were a fairly regular feature both at school and elsewhere. Although I probably fought more often than was accept- able then or now, I never feared death. A fist fight had rules and in many cases a small crowd of referees to en- force them. The rules, though they may have varied from neighbourhood to neighbourhood, were substantially the same. No biting, scratching or hair pulling. No kicking certain pri- vate parts. No kicking a guy when he’s down. No kicking in the face. No two-on-one. No weapons. It was al- most a sport. It never occurred to me as a boy I might face several opponents in a fist fight. I certainly didn’t prepare to face a club or a machete or a gun. I didn’t expect to seek or avoid a hospital visit. No drive-by shootings. No re- venge hits. No police. A fist fight carried no long-term consequences. Beyond minor cuts and bruises, in a loss the most signif- icant injuries were to a boy’s pride. Beyond bragging rights, in victory the most significant benefit might be the interest of an attractive fight fan. All consequences of the battle were fleet- ing, providing only a short-lived boost or decline of one’s social status. The rules seem to have changed. Not a day goes by without another story of shocking violence. Gang beatings, machete attacks, random shootings, and calculated slayings are all in the news with a frightening reg- ularity with children being both vic- tims and perpetrators. Gang culture, whether motivated by ethnicity, crime, turf or bandana colours, seems to be flourishing. And my boy is barely one... so what’s a dad to do? Well, considering I’m much better at identifying prob- lems than supplying solutions, I have a proposition. I’ll spend the necessary time and expend the necessary ener- gy, to do all I can to ensure my son doesn’t pull a gun or force a drug or impose an indignity on your child. I propose you do the same for the sake of mine. You can let ‘em fight though, as far as I’m concerned. Just try to make sure they all know the rules. I’ll take a good old fist fight any day That means no guns, machetes or drugs directed my son’s way E-mail your comments on this opin- ion to steve.houston@durhamnews.net. Adam Smith Opinion Shaper NEWS ADVERTISER,FRIDAY EDITION,February 2,2001 PAGE 7 C A/P PAGE 8 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, February 2, 2001 Time to get ambitious Durham staff and politicians work to find ways to divert our waste This is the second in a series of monthly features covering waste management issues in Durham past, present and future. In this in- stallment, we look at the Region’s recycling program. BY SUSAN O’NEILL Staff Writer The mountains of paper and cardboard waiting to be baled at the Region’s Recycling Centre are climbing towards the roof as one truck after another lines up to empty its cargo. It’s not long after the Christmas holidays, traditionally the busiest time of year at the north Whitby fa- cility. And, despite the fact workers have been on hand since 5 a.m. feeding newspapers and cereal boxes into a baler, staff on the after- noon shift can hardly keep up with the flood of blue box materials that continue to arrive. “The volume of materials at Christmas is always unbelievable,” said Durham’s recycling supervisor Sue Campbell during an interview at the Garrard Road facility in early January. The stacks of papers, cardboard boxes and telephone books, which are baled and shipped to Atlantic Packaging’s paper mill in Whitby at the rate of about 900 bales a week, are proof Durham residents have embraced recycling. But, despite the more than 31,500 tonnes of waste diverted from landfill through the Region’s blue box program in 2000, there’s still more to be done if Durham is serious about reaching its goal of 50-per cent waste diversion by 2007. According to the Region’s latest statistics, Durham has the fifth largest recycling operation in the Province, ranking behind Toronto, Ottawa, and Peel and Halton re- gions in terms of the number of tonnes of materials being diverted from landfill through the blue box program. Yet, the preliminary results of a waste audit conducted by the works department over a four-week period last year indicate there’s still a lot of material being thrown in the garbage that could be diverted from landfill through recycling or com- posting programs. “We’re finding a lot of materials in the green garbage bag,” reported Peter Watson, waste manager for Durham Region. He noted, “88 per cent of residential waste is either re- cyclable or compostable... with that kind of information the Region’s goal of 50 per cent is not unrealis- tic.” The latest edition of ‘Durham Works’, a newsletter published by the Durham works department, re- ported the initial results of the waste audit indicate only 60 per cent of the paper fibres that could have been recycled actually ended up in blue boxes, while the remaining 40 per cent was sent to landfill as garbage. The newsletter also reported only 50 per cent of the plastics that can be recycled in the Region’s cur- rent blue box program ended up there, and that more than 35 per cent of the waste collected could have been composted. Mr. Watson said the Region needs to know what people are putting in the garbage before they can develop programs to change habits. Durham collects blue box mate- rials from 146,000 curb side cus- tomers every two weeks and from 22,000 apartment customers every week, Mr. Watson said, noting “res- idents can put out as many Blue Boxes as they like, there’s no re- striction... we’re making the pro- gram as easy as possible.” Ms. Campbell said the Recy- cling Centre is doing its part too, saying staff is on hand to answer any questions residents may have about the blue box program. “People just have to be a little bit more aware of what they’re doing at the curb,” Ms. Campbell said. Pickering resident Larraine Roulston, who serves as chairman of Pickering’s Waste Reduction Committee and was involved in the development of Durham’s Long Term Waste Management Strategy, said it’s important for people to re- alize they can make a difference when it comes to the ‘3Rs’. “One family can do a tremen- dous amount by changing their atti- tudes and doing the best they can. If they recycle and compost, they should have no more than one bag of garbage (a week),” Ms. Roulston said, noting people often forget paper, other than newspaper, can be recycled. “We need something to push people to recycle paper.” Ms. Roulston noted there are sever- al areas municipalities could focus on that would help the Region reach its waste diversion goals. “I’d love to see a couple of reuse centres built,” she said, noting there is a need for facilities that could serve as a drop-off point for reuse materials and could also serve as a recycling depot for items that aren’t included in the blue box program. Ms. Roulston also said recycling programs in apartment buildings across the region are in “dreadful shape... teams of people are needed to educate the public... otherwise people just fall by the wayside.” If Durham is going to become a leader in waste diversion, it will re- quire educating the public as well as the political will of Durham’s eight member municipalities, said Picker- ing Councillor and Works Commit- tee Chairman Rick Johnson. “You cannot just throw the green garbage bag on the curb any more,” Coun. Johnson said. “I’m really ex- cited about waste management right now.” He noted, “Durham Region has been competitive with the rest of the Province (in terms of recycling and waste diversion)... we are on the edge of being able to be the leaders in Ontario.” In referring to the preliminary results of the Region’s recent waste audit, Coun. Johnson said there is an opportunity for Durham to in- crease the amount of total waste being diverted through recycling initiatives from about 17 to 30 per cent. “We could probably see that (fig- ure) double with mandatory blue box collection,” he added, noting the less the Region sends to landfill at a cost of $82 a tonne, the more money Durham saves. “The costs of landfills are only going to go up and up,” agreed Ajax Mayor Steve Parish, who believes Durham needs to accelerate its waste-diversion program. At a recent Durham council meeting, Mayor Parish said the Re- gion’s goal to divert 50 per cent its waste from landfill by 2007 isn’t as ambitious as it should be. “Targets have to be realistic but they have to set the bar high,” he said, “I don’t see 50 per cent by 2007 as an ambitious target... we should be moving to a target as quickly as we can.” He noted municipalities like Ed- monton and Halifax are already di- verting a much higher percentage of garbage from landfill than Durham and he questions why it’s taking “Durham another six to seven years (to fall in line with what’s happen- ing across the country)... it doesn’t sound like an ambitious timetable.” Mayor Parish, who recycles and composts at home, added, “I dis- pose of one green garbage bag per week. If I’m able to do it, I don’t see why others couldn’t do it to that level... I think most people want to be responsible with waste and if you make it easy for them, they will.” But, Courtice resident and envi- ronmental activist Suzanne Elston said one of the biggest challenges when it comes to waste manage- ment is the fact most people aren’t aware of where their garbage goes when it leaves the curb. “The fundamental problem we have is people are totally uncon- scious about their garbage,” she said. “Responsible waste manage- ment in the eyes of most people is making sure the garbage bags are at the curb on time.” Ms. Elston maintained Mayor Parish hit the nail on the head re- cently when he urged Regional council to increase its recycling ef- forts and challenge Durham to set a more ambitious diversion target. “Our recycling program needs to be upgraded considerably,” she said, adding the fact Edmonton is currently diverting about 70 per cent of its garbage from landfill is proof a more aggressive approach is possible. “What’s missing is the political will... responsibility is what it comes down to, we have to learn to take responsibility for it.” Ms. Elston, who’s been involved in organizing Earth Day and Waste Reduction Week activities in Clar- ington in the past, also believes “every municipality should be re- sponsible for their own garbage” in- stead of dumping it on their neigh- bours. “I think we’re going the wrong way about it.” RON PIETRONIRO/ News Advertiser photo This recycling facility in Whitby is the central depot for recyclables left at the curb side at homes throughout Durham Region. Residents re- cycled 31,500 tonnes through the blue box pro- gram in 2000, but officials say more must be done. What to put in your blue box: Durham wants more done How much recycling? The following is a list of the tonnes of recyclable materials re- ceived at the Durham Region Re- cycling Processing Facility be- tween 1992 and 2000: 1992 - 18,300 1993 - 18,400 1994 - 19,200 1995 - 20.600 1996 - 23,500 1997 - 26,800 1998 - 28,600 1999 - 29,300 2000 - 31,500 Statistics provided by the Durham Region Work’s Department. Increasing blue box recycling is one of the key elements includ- ed in a 2001 Action Plan being presented to Regional councillors at their upcoming retreat. The plan also includes guide- lines for organics composting. Here are some of the initiatives related to the blue region’s box program: • Make blue box recycling mandatory; • Ban blue box recyclables from garbage; • Confirm additional materials in the blue box with next collec- tion contract; • Expand the Region’s Recy- cling Centre. • Newspapers and inserts; • Mixed household papers (office paper, junk mail, computer paper, envelopes); • Telephone books, maga- zines, catalogues, paperback books; • Corrugated cardboard; • Boxboard (shoe, tissue, ce- real, detergent boxes and paper towel rolls); • All plastics coded with a ‘1’ (inside recycling symbol on bot- tom of container); • Glass bottles and jars; • Metal food and beverage cans; and • Aluminum pie plates. For more information phone 1-800-667-5671. Can you get the care you need, close to home? Can you get the care you need, close to home? Hospital expansion - it’s urgent! 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NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, February 2, 2001 PAGE 11 A/P Ajax may ‘PAD’ 2001 budget Town considers putting defibrillators in community centres AJAX —A proposal to be consid- ered during the Town’s 2001 budget de- liberations could be a real lifesaver. Ajax is considering taking part in Public Access Defibrillation (PAD) pro- gram, which will see a defibrillator at both the Ajax and McLean community centres. An automated external defibrillator is a small, self-contained device capable of diagnosing cardiac problems and de- termining if an electric shock is neces- sary to revive a person. Presently, all ambulance staff and first-response firefighters in Ajax can perform defibrillation. But, surviving a heart attack is greatly influenced by the time it takes for the first defibrillation shock. Having a trained citizen on hand to administer the procedure would dras- tically reduce that time. A staff report prepared by recreation services director Tom Flood and Fire Chief Randy Wilson noted the goal is to have the first shock delivered within five minutes. That time frame is difficult for emergency services personnel to meet. In communities with PAD programs, evidence shows there’s a good chance of a defibrillator being used within five years. The staff report noted “extraordinary survival rates,” as high as 49 per cent, were achieved with PADs. “Since it is a reasonable probability of one cardiac arrest occurring in each community centre within five years, it is recommended that the Town investigate the feasibility of implementing a PAD pilot program at the Ajax and McLean community centres in 2001,” Mr. Flood and Chief Wilson stated. “If the pilot program proves to be successful, it is recommended that PAD be made avail- able in all Town buildings over the next two years.” The Durham Region Base Hospital in Oshawa had developed a six-hour training program for citizens. Included in the program is initial training, ongo- ing medical direction and technical sup- port. The Town is going to look at set- ting up a PAD program in each commu- nity centre and having a number of peo- ple trained, although the number to be trained hasn’t been determined. Each defibrillator costs $4,000, with ongoing operating costs of about $250 a year for each person trained. shopping is good The retail formats of Hudson’s Bay Company – The Bay, Home Outfitters, Zellers and Zellers Select – will now accept Bay and Zellers credit cards in all retail locations for all purchases. Some exceptions may apply. Enjoy more convenience and more choice with your Bay and Zellers credit cards. Reward miles are awarded monthly, based on cumulative purchases, excluding taxes. ®™ Trademarks of AIR MILES®International Trading B.V. 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A total of 14 recipients, including in- dividuals, community organizations, athletes and businesses, were recog- nized in 11 different award categories as part of Pickering’s 2000 Civic Awards. This year’s special citation award, given to an individual, group or busi- ness whose outstanding achievements have brought provincial, national or in- ternational recognition to Pickering, went to Perdita Felicien, a 20-year-old Pickering resident who competed for Canada in the 100-metre hurdles at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney, Australia. “At the Olympics, Perdita made new friends, forged new relationships and shared in the spectacle of the world’s greatest sporting event. Although she may not have returned with a medal, here in her home town, we are extreme- ly proud of Perdita’s accomplishments,” Mayor Wayne Arthurs told a packed crowd in the City’s council chambers. Ms. Felicien, who is attending the University of Illinois, was unable to at- tend the ceremony so her mother, Katherine Moe, accepted the award on her behalf. The recipient for this year’s lifetime achievement award, given to one or more individuals who have made a sig- nificant contribution to the community throughout their life, was Dr. J. Murray Speirs, “one of Canada’s most distin- guished ornithologists”, Mayor Arthurs said. The 91-year-old, who was named to the Order of Canada last July, could not attend the ceremony due to health rea- sons. Mayor Arthurs will visit his home to present the award. The individual volunteer awards, given for volunteer service to the city that stands out, went to Patricia Beach and Gail Snyders. “Patricia has been active as a volun- teer in Pickering for almost 40 years,” Mayor Arthurs said, noting her volun- teer service has included many leader- ship roles in church and community or- ganizations as well as schools and the local food bank. The second recipient, Ms. Snyders, was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1996 and following surgery, chemother- apy and radiation treatments, she estab- lished ‘Bevy of Baskets’to raise money for breast cancer research. “While I was having my chemother- apy I saw a lot of ladies that were suf- fering,” she said in an interview. “I said to my oncologist, ‘when I get better I’m going to do something to raise money for breast cancer research.’” And, in just over three years, she’s raised $125,000 by raffling off and sell- ing themed gift baskets. The recipient of this year’s commu- nity group award was the Pickering Perennials, a group of singers aged 60 to 83 who entertain other seniors and shut-ins. “Since their inception in 1995, this dedicated and talented group of people has provided countless hours of fun and entertainment to seniors throughout the Pickering community,” Mayor Arthurs said. “Let the show go on for many more years.” The two recipients selected for this year’s amateur sports award, designed to recognize excellence in amateur sports over the last year, were Tara Columbus and the Pickering Dolphins atom football team. Ms. Columbus, an artistic gymnast, led the Metro East Junior 2 Team to the team gold by winning the individual all- around provincial championship last May. She will represent Gymnastics Ontario at an international meet in the United States in February. The Dolphins, which won the cham- pionship in the Central Ontario Minor Football League last year, also had an exceptional year. “For the first time in the 27-year his- tory of the club, the Dolphins football team went undefeated during the sea- son,” Mayor Arthurs said, noting the “players showed great sportsmanship.” The City’s youth leadership award was presented to Dunbarton High School students Nisreen Atout and Sha- neeva Yassin. Miss Atout was honoured for her role in the school’s Anti-Racism Commission, the Student Activity Council and as a representative on the Students Together Opposing Prejudices (STOP) group. Meanwhile, Miss Yassin, the founder and president of Dunbarton’s Save the Children commit- tee, was recognized for her role in rais- ing awareness about child poverty. Miss Yassin, who was involved in a similar program before moving here from Queens, N.Y., two years ago, said the school “had a lot of (programs), ex- cept something dedicated to children.” So she pitched the idea and has since led initiatives to organize food drives and a Durham child nutrition project at Altona Forest Public School. This year’s youth volunteer award winner was Jennifer Dunlop. The Pine Ridge Secondary School student, who plays women’s rugby with the Ajax Wanderers Rugby Club, has volun- teered with a variety of clubs over the years, including the Ontario Special Olympics and Durham West Special Sports. She has also volunteered as an official at regional swim and track meets and has coached floor hockey, bowling, and track and field. The City’s arts and culture award, designed to recognize significant artis- tic achievement, went to the PineRidge Arts Council, a non-profit organization that supports cultural events throughout Pickering. The winner of the environment award, designed to recognize an indi- vidual or group that has made a contri- bution to conserving or enhancing the city’s natural environment, went to Lar- raine Roulston, a journalist whose Re- cycler’s Corner column appears weekly in the News Advertiser. She is also chairman of Pickering’s Waste Reduc- tion Committee and worked to develop Durham’s Long Term Waste Manage- ment Strategy. The local business award, presented to a company that has been actively in- volved in the community, went to MDK Electric Ltd., which supported the On- tario Summer Games and sponsored the City’s Millennium New Year’s Eve event. And, the healthy community award, went to Claremont resident Karen Marks in recognition of her commit- ment to raising awareness about well- ness. “Karen has given seminars on diet, nutrition, parenting and various other subjects,” Mayor Arthurs noted, adding she has made a significant contribution to the City. RON PIETRONIRO/ News Advertiser photo Pickering resident Gail Snyders received an award from the City of Pickering for volunteering at a special ceremony Monday night. She was one of many recipi- ents honoured by the City, which recognized outstand- ing individuals and groups in the community. Dr. Joanna Madej Family and Cosmetic Dentistry 145 Kingston Rd. East, Unit 17 (opposite Costco), Ajax • Complete care for all ages • On site dental laboratory • Flexible hours 619-3112 CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS CENTRE is pleased to announce... Andrea Allen Registered Massage Therapist has joined the staff of Dr. Cecile Thackeray D.C Dr. Robert Sasse D.C Joanne Aiken RMT Mike Harmony RMT Please Call to book an appointment 905•839•4723 Published Monthly 130 Commercial Ave. Ajax Call Andrea McFater at (905)683-5110 to advertise in the next issue. Hot Topics! Flyer Distribution also available! 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Ajax Recreation Services hosts Win- terfest on Saturday, Feb. 3 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Ajax Community Centre, on Centennial Road. Activities include horse-drawn wagon rides, face-paint- ing, crafts, inflatable games, snow painting, games, free skating and enter- tainment. There’s no admission charge, but a nominal fee is being charged for some activities. The event is sponsored in part by Mead Packaging. Call 427- 8811 for more information. Falun Dafa event Sunday in Ajax A free Falun Dafa (also called Falun Gong) demonstration is being held this weekend in Ajax. Due to incorrect information pro- vided to the News Advertiser, a Jan. 26 story contained the wrong date. The demonstration is Sunday, Feb. 4 from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the main branch of the Ajax Public Library, at the corner of Harwood Avenue and Kings Crescent. Everyone is welcome to attend. Call (416) 835-6183 for more infor- mation. LOOKING FOR A VALENTINE’S DAY PRESENT?? 416-261-3311 2660 KINGSTON RD. 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If you are interested in this type of work, please apply in writing to the address below. Please include any relevant information with respect to: • Specialized language skills • Computer skills • Customer service skills FRIDAY, FEB. 2 ADDICTIONS’ SUPPORT GROUP: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 informa- tion. SATURDAY, FEB. 3 UNITED WAY:The Ajax- Pickering United Way presents Viva Las Vegas, complete with an Elvis impersonator, at the Pickering Recreation Com- plex. Tickets are $50 for din- ner, dancing and entertain- ment, or $20 for dancing and entertainment. Doors open at 6 p.m., dinner is at 6:30 p.m., dancing at 9 p.m. Call 686-0606 for tickets, information. EUCHRE:The Ajax Lioness Club holds a progressive eu- chre night at 7:30 p.m. at the Lion’s Hall, 500 Clements Rd. W.,Ajax. $10 per person. Cash and door prizes, light refresh- ments, cash bar. 683-3323 (Germaine). SUNDAY, FEB. 4 FENG SHUI SEMINAR FOR SINGLES:The Get-A- Life Singles Social Club pre- sents Brenda Thompson speaking on how to attract love and romance into your life with feng shui. This $10 ses- sion is for singles over 40 and is at 2 p.m. Call the club at (905) 619-3653. MONDAY, FEB. 5 PARKINSON:The Parkinson Foundation of Canada, Durham Region Chapter, meets at 7:30 p.m. at St. Mark’s United Church, Col- borne and Centre sts., Whitby. Learn how tai chi can benefit you. New members welcome. 619-1469 (Jean Keary). PARKINSON FOUNDA- TION:The Durham Region Chapter of the Parkinson Foundation of Canada hosts a support group meeting at 7:30 p.m. It takes place at St. Mark’s United Church at Colborne and Centre streets (south door entrance). The building is wheelchair accessible. New members are always welcome. Attendees will learn about Tai Chi as a beneficial form of ex- ercise. Phone 619-1469 (Jean) for more information. TUESDAY, FEB. 6 PARENT SUPPORT:A par- ents’ support group meets lo- cally every Tuesday at 7:15 p.m. for parents of kids in- volved in drugs, alcohol, run- ning away, dropping out of school, crimes and parental abuse. Call (416) 223-7444 or 1-800-488-5666 for location, information. A/P PAGE 16 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, February 2, 2001 3Rs power about to increase in Ajax On Jan. 15 at Ajax Town Hall, Ajax Mayor Steve Parish and Pick- ering Mayor Wayne Arthurs said they are looking forward to more intensified recycling and hope to implement other waste reduction initiatives within their respective communities. The two were together for the raising of Pickering’s flag, which signified the City sent less waste on a per-capita basis to landfill in November than Ajax residents. The yearly challenge is part of the Recycling Council of Ontario’s (RCO) Waste Reduction Week (WRW) activities. Pickering, however, will have to work much harder next year to keep ahead. Beginning the first week in April, Ajax will be in- creasing its yard trimmings pickup for composting as well as gather- ing scrap metal. Additional yard materials will include sod, pumpkins and large vegetable stocks. Yard trimmings are gathered weekly from April 1 until the end of November. At pre- sent, clear plastic bags are used, but Ajax is taking steps to use fibre bags in the near future. Also, with the co-operation of Durham Region,Ajax will be gath- ering curbside scrap metal. This will include bicycle frames, bed- springs, electrical equipment, small appliances, and old comput- ers (not TVs or computer moni- tors). More items will be included as time goes on. Scrap metal should be placed separate from garbage. The special truck that picks up appliances will come by when the garbage collector notes the address. And there is more! On April 2, Ajax will be limiting householders to four garbage bags. “With the op- portunity to recycle and compost, the average family will easily meet the (waste diversion) target,” said Ted Mortson, operations and envi- ronmental services manager. In order to help keep Mayor Arthurs’ week of glory alive, the Pickering Waste Reduction Com- mittee (PWRC) needs more volun- teers. Established in 1990 as a Mayor’s Task Force when there was the threat of a landfill in Whitevale, the committee meets to create ‘3Rs’ awareness. The PWRC promotes WRW and International Composting Awareness Week. As well, the committee introduced a three-bin composting unit at Rougemount Co-op, monitors Blue Boxes in some parks, initiated the recycling program for the Frenchman’s Bay Festival, and has supplied guest speakers at business luncheons and schools. One of the PWRC’s goals is to have a representative from each segment of business to share recycling information within their related field. For information, call 420-5625. The PWRC, together with the Ajax WRW committee, was hon- oured by the RCO with its 1998 Waste Minimization Award for the best Ontario community effort for WRW. Note that Pickering is already on the four-bag limit and people are encouraged to take scrap metal to Miller Waste Durham on Squires Beach Road. Larraine Roulston Recycler’s Corner Community news online! Read up at www.durhamnews.netBILLBOARD FEB. 2, 2001 • Seminars • Business Meetings • Corporate Events We also have availability for Service Clubs to meet on a weekly basis. The Auditorium features: •Air Conditioning •Kitchen •Stage •350 person capacity •Conveniently located 1955 Valley Farm Rd. 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IT'S TIME FOR HIS WALK • INJECTION SPECIALISTS FOR FOUNDATION CRACKS • Cement block foundations • Membranes • Sump pumps • Drainage systems • FIX POTENTIAL LEAKS BEFORE RENOVATIONS • INVEST IN YOUR FOUNDATION • DON’T WAIT FOR SPRING 686-6880 10 year full g u a r a n t e e FREE EST I M A T E S LEAKING BASEMENTS (over 24 years experience and more than 7,500 homes repaired) WATERPROOFING SPECIALISTS PROFESSIONAL INTEGRITY/QUALITY WORKMANSHIP I TOLD YOU BOYS TO TAKE YOUR BOOTS OFF AT THE FRONT DOOR! BUT DAD!!! WE WERE PLAYING IN THE BASEMENT! Home Sweet HomeHome Sweet Home ADVERTISING FEATURE North America’s Famous Factory Outlet is in Ajax Customers are amazed and totally surprised when they enter the Genuine Factory Outlet in Ajax located just south of Hwy 401 at Westney Rd, across from the Go Station. Don’t let the exterior of the building fool you. Inside the Factory Outlet is a shop- per’s paradise. A real factory outlet with an unbelievable selection of over 5,000 prod- ucts. When we asked the CEO, Bernard Barry, how many towels do you have in stock, we were shocked when we were told 40,000. He then went on to say where else can you find 5,000 comforters, 3,000 sheet sets and the largest selection of window coverings in Canada. Truly an impres- sive selection of products for every room in the home. It’s no wonder that customers come from all over for a shop- ping experience they will not soon forget. Every success has an underlying story and as we continued to interview Bernard, the story unfolded. “The company had its beginnings in 1964. In a small corner of the factory, no larger than your kitchen, the Genuine Factory Outlet was born,” he explains. “Our first sales were on Saturday morn- ings where we sold our factory remnants to local home sew- ers.” The Genuine Factory Outlet also makes special arrangements to purchase first quality merchandise, at huge discounts, direct from the North American Mills of Fieldcrest Cannon, West Point, Springs, Dan River and Thomaston as well as our own manufacturing in Ajax. “Here we have been manufacturing Canadian made products for the past 37 years,” says Bernard. “We are able to keep our prices low by using our purchasing power for raw materials and finished goods.” The layout of the Factory Outlet reflects the large assortment of products that are manufactured in its 50,000 sq. ft. facility. From the bed and kitchen to the bath, fabric and rug shops, their friendly, knowledgeable staff take the time to ensure customer satis- faction. When we noticed the friendly, knowledgeable approach by the staff, Bernard was asked how he accom- plished this staff. The answer is simple,” he says. “The staff enjoy their work and they love the cus- tomers.” Bernard says they don’t have a formalized training program. It comes to the sales associates very naturally. “They learn from the ground up,” he says. “They understand how a product is made because we’re a factory. I don’t think we could ever duplicate this formula. Each day is as exciting as it was in 1964. We keep learning and changing with the times and the real measure of our success at the end of each day, is satis- fied customers and happy employees.” Customers enjoy the fact that the Factory Outlet is truly Canadian owned and operated and that they are a real factory. You can actually hear the sewing machines humming in the background. The Outlet is a decora- tor’s dream because it stocks more than 5,000 home decor products. A consumer can pur- chase any size comforter for $19.99 and up to a full bed- room ensemble that normally retails between $600 and $800 at the Outlet for $299.99. The wide selection fits everyone’s budget and is really the “affordable alternative” for home decoration. If you are looking for a spare bedroom price proposition or that once in a lifetime designer bedroom, the Outlet has it. A real factory offering very real savings on extra inventory. CEO Bernard Barry says you can purchase any size com- forter for $19.99 and up to a full bedroom ensemble that nor- mally retails between $600 and $800 at the Outlet for $299.99. Rule # 1 Shop Us First Because if we have what you are looking for, you will save money. Rule # 2 Shop Us Every Week Our factory makes mistakes and overruns every week, so new deals are arriving daily. Rule # 3 Buy it Now Because of the next rule. Rule # 4 When It’s Gone It’s Gone That’s just the way closeouts work. Rule # 5 You Will Save Money Because prices are up to 75% off retail. Rule # 6 You don’t Have to Look Somewhere Else Because there is only one Genuine Factory Outlet and it’s right here in our Ajax factory. The Rules of Close Out Shopping We’re a FACTORY, We’re a STORE... SAVE UP TO 75% OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK: Mon. - Wed. 10-6, Thurs. 10-8, Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun 12-5 Canadian Manufacturer for over 37 years GENUINE Off Retail 50,000 SQ. FT. FACTORY fromfrom $199$199 per yd 458 Fairall St., Ajax 905•683•2222 Just South of 401 (at Westney-across from GO Stn.) UticaMARTEXRoyal VelvetCHARISMAUticaCANNONRoyal VelvetCHARISMA$2999$2999 HOME DECOR OVER 5,000 TOP QUALITY PRODUCTS Includes Comforter Bedskirt Sheet Set, Sham(s)Outlet Face Ctoth Bath Towels Reg. $2.49 Outlet .99 ea Reg. $7.99 Outlet $3.49 ea. $299$299 ea. Outlet Reg. 19.99 Decorator Cushions Decorator Cushions Reg. 14.99 Designer FabricDesigner Fabric Cannon TowelsCannon Towels Bed In The BagBed In The Bag CannonCannon .99 ea fromfrom $3.49 EAST 401 WESTNEY RD.BROCK RD.GENUINE FACTORY OUTLET WHITBYAJAXTORONTO OSHAWATHICKSON RD.HARWOOD AVE.www.genuinefactoryoutlet.com A/P PAGE 18 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, February 2, 2001 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, February 2, 2001 PAGE 19 A/P Home Sweet HomeHome Sweet Home ADVERTISING FEATURE A Dream Home Begins at Carpet-Towne Flooring Centre Flooring is the canvas of your home that brings together each room in a harmo- ny of style and colour. The decision on what to cover your floors with needs a creative flair. While many have a great sense of taste and style there are others who need the advice of experts. Of course the need to find the per- fect store where they can find the perfect products is a common problem for both. Fortunately for everyone who needs the best in flooring the answer is simple. Visit Carpet-Town Flooring Centre in either Pickering or Whitby. For the past 23 years, yes that’s right, the Pickering store has been a leader in offer- ing the best in all types of flooring products. Manager Steve Shand says their cus- tomers come from all over Durham Region and Toronto. “For more than two decades we have built up a long list of loyal customers who have helped us estab- lish a large referral business,” he explains. “And we couldn’t have done this with- out providing top quality products and the best in service and installation.” When it comes to installation, Steve says it’s the professional expertise of their installers that leaves a lasting impression on their customers. “We have the best installers in the busi- ness,” he says. “From carpet and vinyl to hardwood and ceram- ics, their high stan- dard of workmanship is why our customers tell their friends about us.” Of course the sales staff also take their jobs very seri- ously helping cus- tomers choose the right flooring for their home. They offer expert advice and decorating ideas working with their customers to cre- ate the right look for their home and within a budget they can afford. The Pickering showroom features displays of all of the top brand names on the market. “While competi- tion has grown in the last 10 years we haven’t slowed down,” says Steve. “We keep increasing our share of the market because cus- tomers know we work for them both when they come into the store and after the installation is done.” The Pickering store is located west of Rosebank Rd. on the south side of Kingston Rd. adjacent to Home Hardware. For more informa- tion call (905) 831-2111 or visit their website at www.cptownep@idirect.com. The Whitby store is located at 419 Dundas St. E. Ph# (905) 665-0760. Their website is www.cptownew@idirect.com WE HAVE MOVED TO 924 KINGSTON RD. PICKERING Recover your sofa $39900 fabric included Call store for details PICOV FURNITURE C.C. 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CALL TODAY FOR YOUR FREE CONSULTATION at home or office All Sunshade staff have been trained & certified by Hunter Douglas Pickering Home and Leisure Centre (Brock Rd. & 401 East) Daily 10–6, Thurs. & Fri. 10–8 • (905) 428-6317 winter sale 1966 Yonge St. Mon.–Sat. 9:30–6.Thurs. to 8 • (416) 481-2077 Upholstered Furniture Entertainment Units Accessories Window Treatments Decorating Service (905) 428-9767 Home & Leisure Centre Brock Rd. & Hwy. 401 Pickering Next door to DeBoers Visit Our Showroom OFFERSPECIAL from 5 pc. Dinette Sets www.toronto/homeleisure.com $39800 5 pc. Dinette Sets $39800 HUGE selection HUGE selection Free Set-up & Delivery Casual Dining Sets, Counter/Bar Stools & Patio FurnitureCasual Dining Sets, Counter/Bar Stools & Patio Furniture A/P PAGE 20 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, February 2, 2001 Home Sweet HomeHome Sweet Home ADVERTISING FEATURE Problem:How can I dress up my bath? Does my ensuite have to match the bedroom decor? Solution:The ensuite is the perfect room to splurge on with luxuri- ous materials that are more affordable in small- er quantities. It is also the best place to try a bolder and a more adventurous colour scheme and decor than you would feel com- fortable using in a large open room. Whenever a bath- room is adjacent to the master suite, the decor may co-ordinate with that of the bedroom. However, because this bathroom can become a private retreat, you may ~Design Answers ~By Charmaine Wynter C.I.D.Sweeter Ensuite’s want to decorate it with a style or with colours uniquely independent of the bedroom. In selecting colours and patterns, consider the size of the bathroom and the final effect you are striving for. Asmaller bath appears larger when deco- rated in light colours, but can be dramatic and cozy when deep toned hues are used. Whether your pat- terns are formal or casual, your colours bold or rest- ful, the space sizable or confined you can still introduce interest into any bath with the addition of the following accessories that soothe AND serve you. • Look for luxurious yet simple terry towels to pamper yourself with. • Stock up on candles and oils blended to soothe and relax your senses. • Select soaps for their esthetics as well as their tactile qualities. • Finally, I encourage you to use the opportunity your master bedroom affords you to create a pri- vate retreat that reflects you. Charmaine Wynter is a Certified Interior Decorator and the Owner of Wynter Interiors deco- rating services. Ph# (905) 420-0040. Her advice col- umn appears bi-weekly. You may review past columns at www.wynter- interiors.com. Please send design questions to: Design Answers c/o Ajax Pickering News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave. L1S 2H5; Fax (905) 619-9068. 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The Program is designed to increase the value of the owners home, trigger income tax deductions, create surplus cash, and eliminate virtually all of the intricacies commonly associated with generating rental income. “By taking care of almost every aspect of the apartment construction, financing, tenant screening and rental process for the home owner, we’ve created a turn-key system that really works!”, says Sam Beninato, owner and creator of this program. ‘We create upscale projects that attract quality tenants who are willing to pay a premium for superior facilities.” A typical suite consists of approximately 800 square feet and includes two private bedrooms, combined living and dining room, full kitchen, separate laundry area, 5 appliances and a luxury four piece bathroom. Upgraded amenities consist of solid wood cabinets, ceramic tile, trim accent moldings, colonial doors, pot lights and premium broadloom throughout. 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While their own community is usual- ly the focus of their good deeds, the youth decided they would try some- thing a little different with an over- seas aid effort. “Our goal is 100 boxes,” said Ms. Greig. “At the rate we’re going, I’m real- ly optimistic we can do it.” Even if they don’t reach the magic number, she said, “I won’t be disap- pointed because no matter how many we send, it will help.” The boxes will be taken to Bosnia by the Canadian military, courtesy of a friend of a club member’s friend. School supplies such as writing paper, pencils and coloured pencils, crayons and pencil sharpeners are needed for the boxes. Other things, such as hygiene items like soap, shampoo, tooth- brushes, toothpaste and washcloths are also required. “We’d certainly be thankful and appreciate any help anybody can give us,” said Ms. Greig. The boxes have to be ready for pick up on Feb. 10. To make a donation of supplies or to find out more about the Pickering and Area Civitan club or the Whitby Junior Civitan Club, for youths 12 to 18 years old, contact Ms. Greig at 668-7596. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, February 2, 2001 PAGE 23 A/P Gifts bound for Bosnia thanks to help from Durham groups But Civitan clubs still need help filling shoeboxes The Youth Centre is looking for vol- unteers to serve on its board of directors or as a committee member. Those interested should be at least 18 years old, live or work in the Ajax- Pickering area, and be willing to com- mit two or three nights a month. Volun- teers are needed in the financial area and in fund-raising. The board of directors establishes the strategic and policy direction, along with overseeing the resource manage- ment of the centre. The centre is a Community Health Centre, funded by the provincial Min- istry of Health and provides medical, counselling and health promotion ser- vices to teenagers. For more information, call 428- 1212. Youth Centre needs volunteers to get on board MATTRESSES • BEDS • SUITES • LINEN • FUTONS WHITBY 1540 Dundas Street East Northwest corner of Thickson & Dundas 668-4300 PICKERING 1755 Pickering Parkway Northwest corner of Hwy. 401 & Brock Rd. 427-2047 MATTRESSES • BEDS • SUITES • LINEN •FUTONS Financing Available • Credit Cards Accepted DUNDAS 401THICKSON RD.BROCK RD.METRO EAST CONVENTION CENTRE PICKERING HOME & DESIGN CENTRE HWY. 401 SAVE! CLEARANCE! FLOOR MODELS! Double Wood Futon Frame $$1991999595 Double Metal Futon Frame $$89899595 MATTRESSESMATTRESSES upup toto THER•A•PEDIC & MORE 50%50%OOFFFF Futon Bunk $$3993993999595 •SERTA PERFECT SLEEPER •SIMMONS BEAUTY REST •PILLOW TOP 6”, 8” and 9” Futons Available BUILDING CENTRE 477 KINGSTON RD. PICKERING 905-839-4321 MON.-FRI.: 8 A.M. - 8 P.M. SAT: 8 A.M. - 5 P.M. SUN.: 10 A.M. - 5 P.M. Home hardware SENIOR’S DAY 10 % OFF EVERY MONDAY MANAGER’S SPECIALS This Week’s GARBAGE BAGS 40 PAK POWER BAR OUTLET 3665723 THERMOMETER WINDOW CLICK LAMINATED FLOORING 249 REG. 2.99 200 REG. 3.49 4470 - 593 DUCT TAPE 48mm x 25m *WHILE QUANTITIES LAST FREE GET 1 PO U N D BIRD SEED BUY 1 POUND OF AND... SQ. FT. 297 REG. 3.99 197 REG. 3.99 500 REG. 10.99 4440 - 420 SURGE PROTECTED * except on building supplies lumber and roofing materials PAYDAY ADVANCES 310 - CASH A/P PAGE 24 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, February 2, 2001 Travel &TOURISM NEWS ADVERTISER feb. 2, 2001 Romantic getaways Take your love to exotic locale for Valentine’s Day Trying to be romantic on Valentine’s Day? A long-week- end getaway is a perfect solu- tion for the February blues. Why spend Valentine’s Day amidst snowstorms and frigid temperatures, when you can be watching the sunset on a tropi- cal beach. exit.ca, Canada’s largest supplier of online all-inclusive vacation packages and charter flights, provides consumers with winter escapes and tips on getting the most sizzle out of your Valentine’s holiday. “Why buy a traditional item like flowers when you can give the gift of time,” said Michel Boilard, general manager of exit.ca. “At exit.ca, we have complied some of Canadians favourite romantic getaways, including the most popular long weekend destinations as well as longer all-inclusive holidays — all of which are more original than candy, less expensive than a diamond necklace and more romantic than a dozen roses.” Perks to look for when booking your vacation: • Complimentary fruit bas- ket; • Champagne and strawber- ries; • Candlelight dinner for two; • Horseback riding on the beach; • Breakfast in bed; • Dinner serenades; • Jacuzzi; and • Spa facilities. Here are some of exit.ca’s Valentine’s Day specials that can be booked online at www.exit.ca or via telephone at 1-877-277-3948: Royal Hideaway Resort and Spa Playa Del Carmen, Riviera Maya, Cancun Five-star resort A paradise vacation you have always dreamt about but never had the time to enjoy. Everything from service, food and amenities are nothing but the best. Romance blooms at the Royal Hideaway. La Jolla De Mismayloya Puerto Vallarta Five-star resort Driving along the coast of Banderas Bay, features one of the most beautiful, romantic settings in La Jolla De Mismay- loya. Gala Resort Huatulco, Mexico Four-and-a-half star resort Discover pristine beaches and great entertainment. Where service, comfort and pleasure come together. Radisson Cable Beach Nassau, Bahamas Four-and-a-half star resort One of the most prestigious hotels in the Bahamas. - News Canada Travel firms offer more exotic destinations for romance during the Valen- tine’s Day period. Rather than endure chilly temperatures and snow, trav- el agencies suggest tropical destinations. Match your cruise ship to your budget It’s the cruise line that shapes its own ‘hospitality philosophy’ and not the indi- vidual cruise ships of that line. So once you’ve matched a cruise line to your personality — with the help of a counsel- lor, guide books, the Internet, etc. — then you choose a ship. Use a cruise counsellor to determine which line would suit you best. Overall Best — price no object:Seabourn Cruise Line, Silversea, Clipper Cruises, Windstar (Yacht) Cruises, Crystal Cruises. Best mid-priced cruise ships for ages 18 to 49:Carni- val Cruise Lines, Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, Nor- wegian Cruise Line, Club Med (yachts). Best mid-priced cruise ships for ages 50 to 65:Crys- tal Cruises, Celebrity Cruise Lines, Princess Cruises, Hol- land America, Cunard. Best mid-priced cruise ships for ages 65-plus:Hol- land America Line, Celebrity Cruise Lines, Cunard, Crystal Cruises. For fun-seeking vacationers of all ages: Carnival Cruise Lines, Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines, Princess Cruises, Dis- ney Cruise Line. - News Canada 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. ROMANTIC INTERLUDE Deluxe Room Movie Tickets Limo Service Chocolates Champagne Breakfast $189* VALENTINE GETAWAYS Make Your Reservations in advance For Feb. 9, 10, 16, 17 *Taxes extra. Chauffeured by “Request Limousine - Inder” 905-626-2800 180 Consumers Rd. (Hwy. 401 at Brock St. exit) Whitby 905•665•8400 SWEETHEART SPECIAL Deluxe Room Champagne Chocolates Flowers Breakfast $159* ULTIMATE VALENTINE Deluxe Room Dinner Live Comedy Theatre (Jackson Touch of Class) Limo Service Chocolates Champagne Breakfast Flowers $249* THE SWEETHEART SPECIAL Deluxe Room Champagne Chocolates Flowers Breakfast $159* ULTIMATE VALENTINE Deluxe Room Dinner Live Comedy Theatre (Jackson Touch of Class) Limo Service Chocolates Champagne Breakfast Flowers $249* THE ROMANTIC INTERLUDE Deluxe Room Movie Tickets Limo Service Chocolates Champagne Breakfast $189* Book yourWinterSun Call today for details: HUATULCO MEXICO Barcelo Huatulco Beach Resort Monday March 19 & 26 7 NIGHTS $1458 PUERTO PLATA DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Puerto Plata Village Saturday, Sunday, Monday, March 3, 4, 5 7 NIGHTS $1248 ONLY WITH SIGNATURE! LA ROMANA DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Don Juan Beach Resort Monday February 26 & March 5 7 NIGHTS $118 8 LIBERIA COSTA RICA Allegro Resort Papagayo Thursday February 15, 22 & March 1 7 NIGHTS $1248 AllINCLU SIVE!AllINCLU SIVE!All INC L U SIVE!CANCUN MEXICO Club Viva Maya plus Thursday February 22 & March 1 7 NIGHTS $1598 ONLY WITH SIGNATURE! All INC L U SIVE!All INC L U SIVE!CANCUN MEXICO Continental Plaza Cancun Air & Hotel Thursday February 22 & March 1 7 NIGHTS $112 8 Vacation with: Prices are per person based on double occupancy and are subject to departure tax & transportation related fees: Jamaica $139; Mexico $168; Dominican Republic $136 plus US$10 paid locally; Costa Rica $90. Flights depart from Toronto via Royal Airlines, Air Transat or Canada 3000 Airlines. Prices are in effect at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. For full terms and conditions, please refer to SIGNATURE VACATIONS 00/01 All Inclusive and SunBook brochures. Ask for details. SIGNATURE VACATIONS Inc., Ont. Reg. #1748075. ACAPULCO MEXICO Club Bananas Tropical Friday, February 9 9 NIGHTS $998 JAMAICA Club Caribbean Thursday February 8 & 15 7 NIGHTS $116 8 All INC L U SIVE!All INC L U 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 PICKERING —The Rotary Club of Pick- ering invites everyone to beat the winter blues at its upcoming Valentine’s Dance, featuring music from the 1950s and ‘60s. The dance, being held at the Pickering Recreation Complex on Saturday, Feb. 17, will feature the music of the Carpet Frogs and a dee- jay. The event goes from 7:30 p.m. until 1:30 a.m. There will be a cold buffet, cash bar, door prizes and a raffle. Tickets are $20 each. All proceeds from the event will go to the proposed women’s shelter in Ajax/Pickering. For more information, call John Moniz at (905) 831-3300. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, February 2, 2001 PAGE 25 P Entertainment NEWS ADVERTISER feb. 2, 2001 News Advertiser online www.durhamnews.net Swing back to the ’50s at Rotary dance in Pickering Weekend at the movies... Model citizens hit the screen in Head Over Heels HEAD OVER HEELS Starring Monica Potter, China Chow, Freddie Prinze Jr, Shalom Har- low, Sarah O’Hare. Directed by Mark Waters. A female art restorer shares an apartment with eight fashion models and spends her time peering out through their rear win- dow. In the building across the way, she sees the man of her dreams murder someone, but she finds an odd attraction towards him. (Cineplex-Odeon Ajax 10 Cinemas, Moviplex 9 –– Pickering). VALENTINE Starring David Boreanaz, Denise Richards, Marley Shelton, Jessica Cap- shaw. Directed by Jamie Blanks. A college nerd, Victor DiMorta, is the victim of a vicious practical joke by four women. A decade later, he is handsome, charismatic and successful, but still has a hatred for the women. After killing three of the four women on suc- cessive Valentine’s Days, now Victor plans to com- plete his vengeance by murdering mystery novel- ist Jill Talbot — the last of the four women. (Cineplex-Odeon Ajax 10 Cinemas, Famous Players Pickering 8). Lioness Club hosts card night AJAX ––You’re invit- ed to try your hand at a card night here on Saturday. The Ajax Lioness Club holds a progressive euchre Saturday, Feb. 3 at 7:30 p.m. at the Lion’s Hall, 500 Clements Rd. W.,Ajax. The cost is $10 per person. Cash and door prizes, light refreshments and a cash bar are offered. Call 683-3323 (Germaine) for information. 438-9053 or 877-438-9053HUGE S E L E C T I O N O F A M I S H HAND-C R A F T E D S O L I D OAK & C H E R R Y FURN I T U R E 1428 HWY #2, COURTICE Just East of Oshawa/Courtice Townline DISCOV E R AMISH YOUR AMISH Furniture Gallery Go to the high-priced quality stores. 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(PG) Mature theme Fri, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu 7:40, 10:20, Sat, Sun 1:15, 4:20, 7:40, 10:20 SAVE THE LAST DANCE (AA) Coarse language Fri, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu 6:40, 9:35 Sat, Sun 12:30, 3:30, 6:40, 9:35 SNATCH (AA) Not recommended for children, violence, coarse language Fri, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu 7:05, 9:45 Sat, Sun 12:45, 4:10, 7:05, 9:45 SUGAR & SPICE (AA) Fri, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 7:20, 9:30 Sat, Sun 1:20, 4:35, 7:20, 9:30 THE WEDDING PLANNER (PG) Fri, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 7:10, 9:50, Sat, Sun 1:30, 4:30, 7:10, 9:50 TRAFFIC (AA) Coarse language, substance abuse, mature theme Fri, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 6:50, 10:10 Sat, Sun 12:20, 3:40, 6:50, 10:10 VALENTINE (AA) Violence, frightening scenes Fri, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 7:00, 9:40 Sat, Sun 1:00, 4:00, 7:00, 9:40 MISS CONGENIALITY (PG) Fri, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 7:05, 9:15, 9:40 Sat, Sun 1:35, 4:30, 7:00, 7:05, 9:15 RUGRATS IN PARIS (F) Sat, Sun 12:55, 4:15 SAVE THE LAST DANCE (AA) Coarse language Fri, Mon, Tues, Wed, Thu 6:55, 9:45 Sat, Sun 1:00, 3:45, 6:30, 7:00 STATE & MAIN (AA) Coarse language Fri, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 7:10, 9:50 Sat, Sun 6:30, 7:00 THE GIFT (AA) Not recommended for children, violence, frightening scenes Fri, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu 7:20, 10:15 Sat, Sun 1:10, 4:05, 6:30, 7:00 THE PLEDGE (AA) Frightening scenes Fri, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu 7:00, 9:55 Sat, Sun, 12:50, 3:50, 6:30, 7:00 WHAT WOMEN WANT (PG) Mature theme Fri, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu 7:15, 10:05 Sat, Sun 1:30, 4:20, 7:50, 10:15 102 DALMATIANS (PG) Fri, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 6:45 Sat, Sun 1:15, 4:10, 6:30 DOUBLE TAKE (AA) Fri, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 7:40, 10:10, Sat, Sun 1:20, 4:00, 6:30, 7:00 PAYDAY ADVANCES 310 - CASH MO LEX 9VIP ALL SHOWS! 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HEAD OVER HEELS Freddie Prinze Jr.PGDTS 1:05, 3:05, 7:05, 9:05 PLEDGE Jack Nicholson 9:00 Only AA PG FEMPEROR’S NEW GROOVE Animated WHAT WOMEN WANT Mel Gibson GIVE THE GIFT OF MOVIES $5 & $10 GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE FINDING FORRESTER Sean Connery PGDTS 1:00, 3:30, 7:00, 9:30 PGVERTICAL LIMIT Chris O’Donnell 13 DAYS Kevin Costner PG FAMILY MAN Nicolas Cage PG HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS Jim Carey 1:00, 3:00, 7:00 F PGCAST AWAY Tom Hanks CHARLIE’S ANGELS Drew Barrymore 9:00 ONLY PG PG Mature Theme Frightening Scenes 1:00, 3:35, 7:00, 9:35 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 Mature Theme DTS 1:00. 3:20, 7:00, 9:20 1:10, 3:10, 7:10 Frightening Scenes 9:00 Only 9:00 Only DTS 1:00, 3:30, 7:00, 9:30 P L A Y LPA A C E PET NAMES FOR YOUR SWEETHEART Pickering Dairy Queen 1099 Kingston Rd., L1V 1B5 (905) 831-2665 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 DRIVE THRU I like to call my wife HONEY. She calls me BUNNY (I wish I was that small!) In high school the cheerleaders had their pet names for some of the football players. Mine was PANDA BEAR. Panda because I was so huggable and Bear because I was so hairy! Our store manager Ryan calls his fiance ANGEL. Some other cute ones I heard included DARLING, SUNSHINE, SUGAR and MY LOVE. I first heard the expression “SWEETHEART” used by my father for my mother. Sweetheart is an expression of endearment and love and it’s at this time of the year we remember those we love with something special. At the Pickering Dairy Queen we have a special “SWEETHEART” cake that we introduced 3 years ago to the Durham region. We wanted a cake for couples. Yes, one that was smaller and suitable for 2 Sweethearts. It’s in the shape of a heart and it’s about 6 inches wide. It can either have all vanilla softserve with strawberries and whipped cream in the center or all chocolate softserve with cookie crunch and fudge in the center. It has a special design on the top for sweethearts and it’s bordered in our rich vanilla whipped topping.MMmmm...good. Serve this cake to your sweetheart by candle light. There is enough for seconds. Of course we also have our regular cakes with over 50 designs for Valentines Day that you can choose from right out of our display freezers or we will custom design one for you in 24 hours. Our 8” cake serves 8-10, our Valentine heart cake serves 10-12 and our 10” cake serves 12-16. For your big gatherings our sheet cake serves 20-24. And the big finale? Bring us a picture of your sweetheart and we’ll scan it onto an edible image and put it right on the cake! Of course having enough for seconds or dessert for the next day will make you very popular with the whole family. If you’re looking for a charming gift for your sweetheart try People’s in the Pickering Town Center where they have a heart shaped necklace in a beautiful red heart shaped box filled with heart shaped chocolates for only $99. And if you want two great “Chick Flicks” then try Movieplex where they have “Cast Away” and “Finding Forrester” for only 4.25. I saw Cast Away at Movieplex when it first opened and I loved it. Also it was good to see Movieplex packed. Remember your support of both theatres guarantees competitive pricing here in Pickering. And of course a romantic evening wouldn’t be complete without enjoying a Banana Split or a Peanut Buster Parfait back at the DQ. A/P PAGE 26 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, February 2, 2001 Read up! We’re online at www.durhamnews.netCELIA BRONKHORST/ News Advertiser photo A brush with success Durham Region artist Paul Livingston puts the finishing touches on a mountain land- scape as student artist Diane Neff looks on. Mr. Livingston took part in a show at the Kent Farndale Gallery in Scugog called ‘Other Realms’. Calgary man remembers his time at Durham training school Book sales benefit Bowmanville Museum BY JENNIFER STONE Staff Writer Bill Healey knows exactly why he made his first trip to Bowmanville. “I was just an incorrigible kid at the time,” he says, recalling his 1957 exile to the Bowmanville Training School. The trouble started for Mr. Healey when he was 13 years old, living in Embro, Ontario with his mother and stepfather. The theft of money from a local mill, breaking into a hardware store, stealing vehicles, and finally get- ting caught led a judge to send Mr. Healey to Bowmanville. Now 57 years old, living in Calgary, and contemplating retirement from his auto parts business, Mr. Healey has, along with author Sandy Bexon, pub- lished a book which looks into both Mr. Healey’s experience at the school, and some of the vast history of the Conces- sion Street landmark. The book includes a section on the school’s wartime use as a prisoner of war camp. The book, ‘Bowmanville Training School: Through the Years’ is now available at the Bowmanville Museum. In fact, all proceeds from the book, for which Mr. Healey paid to have written and printed, are being donated to the local museum, where some of the research into the book was done. He says the book was never intended to be “a money-maker. “It was just a story I wanted to tell,” says Mr. Healey, a former Calgary fire- fighter, of why he took on the project. He says he has no idea what it cost, and is frankly “scared to look.” Mr. Healey says he decided a num- ber of years ago that he wanted to tell the story of his time at the training school. He put an ad into the Alberta Writer’s Guild newsletter, to which Ms. Bexon, a long-time writer, replied. The Hanna, Alta. resident says, after spend- ing a great deal of time with the book’s main character, she doesn’t think Mr. Healey was much different from a lot of kids his age. “He was naughty, but I don’t know what 12-year-old wasn’t mischievous,” she notes, adding, in spite of his crime spree, he was “never violent. “It was almost like one act led to an- other and another, and that can happen with adolescents,” says Ms. Bexon. Writing the book brought both Mr. Healey and Ms. Bexon to Bowmanville several times, to visit the former school, now the site of the Great Lakes College, and to interview people who had been involved in the centre The school itself didn’t surprise Ms. Bexon; her reaction to it did. “It was exactly what I expected ... a big institution on the outskirts of town, on beautiful land,” she recalls. But in- side the building, she started to feel for its past inhabitants. “These were young children. It gave me a lonely feeling to walk through there.” In hindsight, Mr. Healey realizes everyone just had his best interests at heart when they sent him to Bow- manville. “You don’t understand when you’re young like that how many people are trying to help you,” says Mr. Healey. Scugog Centre Community Hall 1655 Reach Street, Port Perry Admission $5.00 All proceeds to the YMCA Community Fund Sunday, February 18, 2001 12:00 to 3:30 p.m. FABULOUS DOOR PRIZES Port Perry This Week Invite you to attend our 6th Annual CALL 905-985-2824 FOR MORE INFORMATION & A chance to WIN a weekend at the Royal Resort courtesy of Port Perry This Week Fashion Shows featuring 2001 Bridal creations throughout the event by Everlasting Memories Floral & Bridal Shoppe A chance to WIN 1 Night at Dream Weaver Bed & Breakfast BRIDAL SHOW FREE Weddi ng Bells Magazi ne to First 100 Bri des We Don’t Do Drugs The New Generation Biotech Funds will minimize the risk associated worth investing in early stage drug discovery companies by focusing on the high tech segment of biotech. New Generation Biotech (Balanced) Fund Inc. • 30% tax credit, up to $1,500 • regular RRSP tax savings • 100% capital repayment objective • Increases RRSP foreign content limit up to 50% New Generation Biotech (Equity) Fund Inc. • 35% tax credit, up to $1,750 • regular RRSP tax savings • greater upside potential with more money invested in the venture portfolio • increased RRSP foreign content limited up to 50% For more information, please contact: James A. Schofield Senior Financial Planning Advisor Member CIPF 467 Westney Rd. S. Unit 7, 428-9911 Only available in Ontario. Tax credits include 15% federal and 15% or 20% Ontario tax credits. Important information about the Funds is contained in their prospectuses. Please obtain a copy from a financial advisor and read it carefully before investing. Commission, trailing commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with these investments. These Funds are not guaranteed and their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated. Investment must be held for eight years to keep tax credits. Assante Capital Management Ltd. Paid for in part by: NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, February 2, 2001 PAGE 27 A/P A.J. GROEN/ News Advertiser photo Success blooms Susan Milley, the fund-raising chairman at Ontario Power Generation, ponders a massive bouquet officials sent to her for a successful fund-rais- ing effort among employees at the nuclear generation station. OPG, through payroll deductions, raised $300,000 for charities in the area, $113,316 of which was donated directly the Ajax-Pickering United Way campaign. New home sales in GTA break records It was a record-breaking year for new home sales across the Greater Toronto Area in 2000. According to Patrick O’Hanlon, president of the Greater Toronto Home Builders’ Association, more new homes were sold last year than any other single year. All told, 41,475 homes were sold in 2000. Mr. O’Hanlon said the record-set- ting performance can be attributed to a combination of economic, political and marketing factors, including a buoyant economy, job creation, tax cuts and income growth. “All of these factors led to very high levels of business and consumer confidence,” he added. He’s not as optimistic about 2001, but Mr. O’Hanlon is still predicting a “fantastic year”. It’s “unrealistic” to expect sales to continue at the 2000 pace and he foresees a decline in sales of as much as 10 per cent. “But, even that rate would trans- late into a fantastic year by historical standards,” he said. In December, there were 1,725 units sold. Ajax led the way in Durham Re- gion, with 60 sales, followed closely by Whitby with 58. Clarington saw 13 sales, Oshawa 11, Uxbridge nine, Pickering eight and Scugog four. The GTHBA has more than 1,100 members, including builders, devel- opers, contractors, manufacturers, suppliers, and service, professional and financial institutions. Durham Homepreneur’s meet Feb. 10 in Ajax AJAX ––The Durham Homepre- neur Group’s next breakfast meeting is on Feb. 8, 7:30 a.m., at the Victori- an Garden Restaurant. Guest speaker is Barry Mount of the Whitby Chamber of Commerce. Members: $10. The event is free for first-time guests. The restaurant is located in the Discovery Bay Plaza, on the west side of Westney Road, south of Bayly Street, in Ajax. NP0211001 Copyright 2001. Sears Canada Inc. TIRE INVENTORY SALE Use your Sears Card and DON’T PAY FOR 1 YEAR on all automotive products and services over $200 Don’t pay until February 2002, on approved credit, only with your Sears Card. Minimum $200 purchase. $35 deferral fee and all applicable taxes and charges are payable at time of purchase. Excludes items in our Liquidation/Outlet stores and Catalogue purchases. 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Celebrating with Ms. Ramsden are daughter Shirley Dyson (left) and family members from England. Be ‘fore-ever’in your golf mate’s heart If your significant other is a golfer, The Lung Association has a gift idea for Valentine’s Day. The ‘2001 Golf Privilege Book’, at just $25, contains mostly two-for-one offers at 36 golf courses and driving ranges across Central Ontario. Among the participating local courses are Annandale, Bowmanville and Seaton golf and country clubs, the Durham Driving Range and Foxbridge Golf Course. Proceeds from the sale of the books are used to support The Lung Association’s respiratory efforts and community health programs. To order a Golf Privilege Book or for more information, call the association at (905) 436-1046. Mental illness education takes the spotlight 10th annual awareness day looms It can happen to anyone: Depression, obsessive-com- pulsive disorder, addiction, even schizophrenia. These diseases, to name a few, do not discriminate when it comes to an individ- ual’s gender, walk of life or social status. Some of the most brilliant and creative minds in history suffered mental illnesses from Win- ston Churchill to Billie Hol- liday. Many of the homeless are mentally ill. It is for these reasons Durham Region Communi- ty Care-COPE Mental Health Program is hosting the 10th annual Mental Health Awareness Day on March 31 at the Oshawa Centre. “We welcome friends, family (of the mentally ill) and concerned individuals as well as the public at large,” says Sheri Rice, pro- gram manager of the COPE program as well as co-ordi- nator for the awareness pre- sentation. “The reason for (hosting) the Mental Health Awareness Day is two-fold: to let the individuals in the community know what (ser- vices) are out there and the other part is to help reduce the stigma of mental illness through education.” The day-long event will feature information, educa- tion displays on mental health programs, support services, crisis counselling, local clubhouses, hospital programs, addictions and other related community agencies. “And it’s confidential if people talk to us or they can just take a brochure,” says Ms. Rice. “The focus is on wellness. You don’t have to be ill to attend.” The Mental Health Awareness Day begins at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 31 and runs through- out the day until 6 p.m. For more information, call (905) 686-3248. 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Ajax BY AL RIVETT Sports Editor PICKERING —A solid, all-around ef- fort allowed the Pickering Boyer Pontiac Panthers to post a come-from-behind 4-4 tie with the Legionaires in Oshawa Tues- day night. The Panthers needed a goal by Dan Schofield, his second of the night, with just more than three minutes to go to pull into a draw with the Legionaires. Oshawa outshot the Panthers by a wide 30-16 mar- gin. The draw put the Panthers (19-18-7-2 for 47 points) in a fifth-place tie with the neighbouring Ajax Axemen in the OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League’s South Conference standings. The Panthers have three games to go in the regular-season schedule. Pickering is in Markham tonight (Friday) to play the Waxers. The Panthers then embark on a home-and-home, season-ending series with the Durham Huskies. Pickering is in Durham Saturday night, and then hosts the Huskies at the Pickering Recreation Com- plex Sunday at 7:30 p.m. Panthers’ assistant coach Norm Rogers was pleased with his charges’ ability to bounce back from a 6-3 defeat by Oshawa a week ago. Although a rash of penalties in the third period cost the Panthers the vic- tory a week ago, they were able to survive three Oshawa power-play goals to post the tie Tuesday. “We got into a bit of penalty trouble, but we were able to fight back and didn’t let the game get away from us this time,” noted Rogers. Rogers singled out defencemen Kyle Aitken and team captain Doug Carr for particular praise as both logged more than 30 minutes of ice time, covering for an ill Sean Bradley who dressed but was limited in his usefulness. Pickering broke out on top 2-1 after the first period. After a scoreless second stan- za, Oshawa tied the game, and then took the lead early in the third on successive power-play markers. The Panthers tied the game later in the period, only to have the Legionaires take the lead with 4:13 to go. Schofield netted the equalizer with 3:36 remaining. Pickering killed off a penalty in the five-minute overtime period. Also scoring for the Panthers were John Buscema and Robbie Colangelo. Adding assists were Don Johnson, Brent Chandler, Daryl Lloyd, Colin Jennings, Garett Winder and Carr. Panthers’ goaltender Mike Andreoff drew the starting assignment and stopped 26 of 30 shots. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, February 2, 2001 PAGE 29 P Sports &LEISURE NEWS ADVERTISER feb. 2, 2001 Recycle!Kids can be a sport over the March break St. Mary offers second annual camp PICKERING —Area youth can have fun and improve their athletic skills over the March break at the second annual ‘Sportscamp’ at St. Mary Catholic Secondary School. The camp, which runs March 12 to 16, is for boys and girls ages six to 10. Four different sports will be fea- tured daily at the camp between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Each participant will receive a camp T-shirt and a pizza lunch on Friday. The cost is $135 per child. A dis- count will be offered for two or more members of a family. Camp registration is Tuesday, Feb. 6 at the main gym from 5 to 9 p.m. and Wednesday, Feb. 7 from 6 to 8 p.m. Space is limited. St. Mary is at 1918 Whites Rd. N. For more information, call 420- 7166 ext. 5040. Panthers claw way to fifth place with draw Dan Schofield’s late goal knots game at 4-4, moves Pickering up in junior ‘A’ standings DOUG CARR Workhorse on Panthers’defence. DAN SCHOFIELD Scores equalizer against Oshawa. (905) 427-6277 NO MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED FITNESS www.payasyougofitness.com Visit our web site for more details. FITNESS 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 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ CERAMIC/FOLK ART Lessons - Workshops • Supplies • Paint & Take • Birthdays & Group Parties More than just Flowers, a unique place to be, fun & relaxing. BRI N G T H I S A D AND R E C E I V E 10%OF F 10%OF F King Westney 2000 362 Kingston Rd. Ajax 905•426•1859 or 905•426•2301 683-3210 GOLF MEMBERSHIPS ANNANDALE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Men’s Full Membership $845.00 Ladies Full Membership $845.00 Couples Full Membership $1475.00 PICKERING —Perdita Felicien has done it again for the University of Illinois Fighting Illini women’s track and field team. The Pickering athlete nearly eclipsed her two- week-old school record at the University of Illinois Invita- tional Meet last weekend. The competition also attract- ed athletes from Alabama, Kent State and Iowa State universities. In her freshman indoor season with the Fighting Illi- ni, Felicien won the 60-metre hurdles in a time of 8.28 sec- onds. She ran a preliminary heat in a time of 8.22, a Na- tional Collegiate Athletic As- sociation provisional time, meaning she had met the minimum qualifying stan- dards for the championships. Her mark was also the second fastest time in school history, behind only the record- breaking 8.20 time she post- ed Jan. 13. Felicien also placed third in the 60-metre dash in a time of 7.61 seconds and fifth in the 200-metre dash in 25.37 seconds. The University of Illinois won the meet with an overall point total of 160, ahead of Kent State with 134.5 points. She’ll compete with her Illinois teammates at the Carle/Health Alliance Meet at the Armory Track in Champaign, Ill. this Satur- day, Feb. 3. P PAGE 30 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, February 2, 2001 Pickering track star clears another hurdle Perdita Felicien wins hurdles crown at big meet PERDITA FELICIEN PICKERING SOCCER CLUB Indoor soccer results ATOM DIVISION Jan. 21 - Wayne's World 2000 1 (Kayla Schroeder) vs.Picker- ing Slo-Sports 1 (Shane Stedmond); Teal Boyer Panthers 6 (Lawrence Davidson 2, Alex Pace 2, Sarah Boileau, Nicolle Bacci MVP Nadim Suleman) vs. Red Boyer Panthers 3 (Jef- frey Jamieson, Matthew Sheppard, Jonathon Bucknor, MVP team); OPG 2 (Hayden Campbell, Amreen Thawer, MVPs Robert McPhee, Justin Prasad) vs. Shooting Stars 0. BANTAM DIVISION Jan. 21 -Dr. Lean 1 (Warrem Fernandes) vs. Ontario Power Generation 2 (Danielle Schon, Jordan Lianza); Pickering Slo- Sports 2 (Eric Ewles, Joshua Reece) vs.Wayne's World 2000 1 (Kacey Chapman); Binns Kitchens 1 (Jatin Chanara) vs. Sporting Images 2 (Imran Rashid). MOSQUITO DIVISION Jan. 21 - Premier Trophy 2 (Adam Paterson, John Trujillo) vs. Solid Image 2 (Nelson Garces, David Garces); Slemish Sys- tems 0 vs. Boyer Pontiac 0; Johnson Controls 1 (Stephen Draper) vs.Wayne's World 2000 1 (Heather Dysart); Pickering Slo Sports 0 vs. OPG 2 (Trevor Watson, Chris Mansell). MITE DIVISION Jan. 27 - Sporting Images 1 (Jahleel Sealy, MVPs Harry Sukraj, Taylor Easson and Lauren Hobbs) vs. Wayne’s World 1 (Nadia Ben Hamoud, MVPs Denita Singh and Aaron Salib); Creative Space 1 (Jeremy Nastich, MVP Andrew Pace) vs. Boyer Pontiac Panthers 2 (Peter Boylan, Ryan Boylan, MVPs Alisha Bhimji, Jonathan DaCosta, Jordan Noel, Alykhan Jinah and Ryan Hearn); Pickering Slo-Sports 1 (Salah El-Batroukh, MVPs Evelyn Horemans and Salah El-Batroukh) vs. Ontario Power Generation 0 (MVPs Daniel Sanchez, David Hemms). SQUIRT DIVISION Jan. 27 -v.care.com 4 (Scott Lyons 2, Jeffrey Lyons 2) vs.On- tario Power Generation 1 (Sonia Belley); Blac Financial 1 (James Guest) vs.Willoughbys Gifts & Collectibles 4 (Alexan- der Casey 2, Stewart Singleton, Heather Chapman); Jazzy's 0 vs.Wayne's World 2000 1 (Shawnece Shaw). ATOM DIVISION Jan. 28 -Shooting Stars 6 (Nick Beare 2, Thomas Gregoris 2, Mario Capo, Matthew Henchey, MVP Samantha Gylys) vs. Pickering Slo-Sports 2 (Shane Stedmond 2); Wayne's World 2000 4 (Kayla Schroeder 2, Kylie Burt, Navdeep Hayer) vs. Red Boyer Panthers 1 (Jeffrey Jamieson, MVP all players); Ontario Power Generation 1 (Amreen Thawer, MVP Amreen Thawer) vs.Teal Boyer Panthers 0 (MVP Scott McCoy). BANTAM DIVISION Jan. 28 -Pickering Slo-Sports 0 vs.Ontario Power Generation 1 (Mavrick Purchase); Dr. Lean 1 (Shaun Vadera) vs. Sporting Images 0; Binns Kitchens 2 (Jatin Chanana 2) vs. Wayne's World 2000 4 (Kacey Chapman 2, Peter Hanna 2); MOSQUITO DIVISION Jan. 28 -Premier Trophy 3 (John Trujullo) vs. OPG 0; Slemish Systems 1 (Jonathon Langdon) vs. Pickering Slo Sports 0; Wayne's World 2000 3 (Chris Brownlee-Hay, Kelvin Vadera, Derek Kong) vs. Solid Image 1 (Michael Spence); Boyer Pon- tiac 3 (Josh Perreira, Randy Lake, Chris Perreira) vs.Johnson Controls 2 (Tyler Carroll, Adrian Castello). SCOREBOARD FEB 2, 2001 Pickering Recreational Fastball Association • Fun League • Mens & Womens Div. • Ages 18 and up • No Tryouts Sun. Feb. 4, 10am to 2pm Tues. Feb. 13, 7pm - 9pm $70 per person prior to Feb. 13 $80 after REGISTRATION Contact Michelle or Jason Murray at 905-831-4016 Pickering Rec. Complex Valley Farm Rd. (Upper Level) PAYDAY ADVANCES 310 - CASH SANDA J. GWYNNE 905- 839-7449 BE NIMBLE BE QUICK and jump on over to 1067 MOORELANDS CRES. on SUN., FEB. 4 - 2 thru 4 PM Located in prestigious “SOUTH ROSEBANK” area of Pickering. Features of this home include: 3 large bdrms., master 4-pc. ensuite, formal LR w/french doors. Hardwood flrs., main flr. fam. rm., open concept kit. Privately fenced back yard, dble. car driveway. Follow the signs from Rosebank Rd., S of Hwy. 2 (Kingston Rd.) to Cowan Circle, or call Sanda J. Gwynne 905-839- 7449, EMAIL: sgwynne@trebnet.com. See You Sunday! BY APPOINTMENT ONLY $229,000 A stunning 2 year new bungalow! Nearly $25,000 in upgrades! Stone exterior situated on a pie lot! Finished tastefully top to bottom. California shutters throughout! Huge family size eat-in kitchen! Entrance to basement - could be in-law! 2 kitchens, loads of storage areas! Beautifully finished rec room w/gas fireplace and much more! Call or email (416) 487-5131 or jamesftracy@home.com. for appointment, best interest rates available. JAMES F. TRACY 416- 487-5131 ULTIMATE Realty Inc. To Advertise In This Feature Please Call Heather Tunney or Curtis Shannon 905-579-4404 OPEN HOUSE SUN., FEB. 4, 2-4 PM, 1202 ABBEY RD. THIS WILL PUT SUNSHINE IN YOUR LIFE! Exclusive enclaves of Maple Ridge in Pickering located on a quiet cul- de - sac. Gorgeous wooded pie shaped lot, south exposure. Main floor family room with fp., partially finished basement with fireplace & oversized windows. Inground sprinkler system, alarm system. Reshingled roof 1998. Asking $379,900. Please call Barrie Cox* 905-839-7449. BARRIE COX* 905- 839-7449 ROUGE RIVER REALTY LTD.ROUGE RIVER REALTY LTD. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY $205,000 Beautiful lake front condo! Approx. 1200 sq. ft. of luxurious living! Loaded w/windows facing west! Ensuite bathroom and laundry! A view of the lake and conservation! 5 appliances included! Gas/pump heated, central air! Enjoy all the amenities of: pool, sauna, exercise room and security! 2 parking spaces & locker! Call or email (416) 487-5131 or jamesftracy@home.com. for appointment, best interest rates available. JAMES F. TRACY 416- 487-5131 ULTIMATE Realty Inc. DAVID MCINTYRE* 619-9500 OPEN HOUSE - SUN., FEB. 4, 1-4 P.M. 217 HALLETT AVE., WHITBY BUNGALOW FOR EVERYONE All brick 3 bedroom bungalow on mature, 62’x135’ lot. Hardwood floors, renovated 4 pc. bath. Rec room with gas fireplace & wet bar. Situated in Olde Whitby: Follow open house signs at Cochrane & Walnut. KIRA COPE BROKER 683-1790 427-6522 CONNECT INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED, BROKER ANGELO PUCCI* 831-9500 Immaculate 4 bedroom home located in Prime South Pickering Location. Huge sun filled kitchen overlooks inground pool and gardens. Main floor family room with gas fireplace, separate liv./din. rooms with French doors. Master bedroom w/4-pc. ensuite and his & hers closets. Ceramics, wall to wall pantry and much more. $$$ spent on upgrades. For your private viewing call me today at 905-831-9500. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY SPLISH SPLASH! $287,800 OPEN HOUSE SAT., FEB. 3, 1-3 PM 1490 OLD FOREST RD., PICKERING (Call for directions) GORGEOUS WEST EXPOSURE LOT $224,900 Main floor family room with woodburning stove. Open concept living/dining area. Family-size kitchen with built-in dishwasher. Walkout from the lower level. 2 full washrooms, one on each level. Central air. Stained glass windows and all window coverings. Please call Barrie Cox* 905-839-7449.#1 PICKERINGRE/MAX AGENTOVERALL LAST 10 YEARSBARRIE COX* 905- 839-7449 ROUGE RIVER REALTY LTD. heritage realty inc. GROUP GROUP OPEN HOUSE SUN., FEB. 4, 2-4 PM, 20 TRINITY CRES. PREMIUM MATURE LANDSCAPED LOT LOCATED IN ONE OF WHITBY’S MOST SOUGHT AFTER NEIGHBOURHOODS! Features: Main floor family room with fireplace! Main floor laundry! Spacious open floor plan! Professionally finished rec room with bar and more. Call David McIntyre for further information, 619-9500!heritage realty inc. GROUP GROUP $192, 9 0 0 #1 PICKERINGRE/MAX AGENTOVERALL LAST 10 YEARSAJAX AZZURRI SOCCER CLUB REGISTRATION FOR OUTDOOR SOCCER 2001 Tues., Feb. 6 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Sat., Feb. 24 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. AJAX COMMUNITY CENTRE (Upper Level) Sun., Feb. 11 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. McLEAN’S COMMUNITY CENTRE Registration Fees: $100 00 per player or $26000 per family with three or more players For more information, please contact the Registrar Rhonda Randazzo at 416-410-2230. IMPROVE YOUR CAREER and skills. Train at home for a Di- ploma or Certificate. Account- ing, business, computers, programming, secretarial, web design ... since 1964. National College 1-800-268- 7294 General Help110 $$100,000$$ TO START! Just kidding but really we make pretty good money. 18+, no experience necessary. Call Tracy (905)686-2442. 2 PEOPLE NEEDED. ECE with computer knowledge. P/T leading to F/T. Good hours and pay. Salesperson experienced and ECE preferred but not nec- essary. Car required. Contact kidzcom@home.com or 905- 438–0239 A RARE GROUND FLOOR Opportunity - established NYSE and TSE company, re- cently launched in Canada, requires excellent communi- cators. Home-based business, lucrative commissions, bonuses, and residuals. 905-728-3922. ACCESS TO A COMPUTER? Work from home on-line, $1500- $3500 PT/FT, log onto www.ecglobalincome.com or toll free 1-877-999-0327. ATTENTION HAIRSTYLISTS, Estheticians and nail technicians. Immediate space for rent in very busy salon. Great opportunity in a great location. Call and ask to speak to the owner (905)725–6311 or evenings (905)432-8949 ATTENTION STUDENTS - Here we grow again. FEDEX Ground is currently seeking career minded individuals to fill openings for part time employment. Ideal can- didates will be physically fit, a team player, & able to lift 50 lbs. For opportunity at competitive wages, fax FedEx Ground @ (905)665-2047. AZ DRIVER,2 years experi- ence, Oshawa area, excellent wages, clean CVOR and driv- ers abstract. (905)829–3462. CIRCLE ME!!!If you are looking for permanent full time work, Call Brenda (905) 686-2442 BEDWELL VANLINES Full time AZ , DZ & G DRIVERS Rate based on experience. Benefits. Call (905) 686-0002 “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. Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, FEBRUARY 2, 2001-PAGE 31 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. 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 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help ALTERNATIVE ATTITUDE •30 - 40 hrs. per week •$500/wk to Start •Rapid Advancement •Fast, Fun Atmosphere Areas to fill include: Marketing Customer Service Management Training 18+ Training provided * No Sales* Call Cindy (905) 571-2737 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Expanding automotive recylcer requires reliable full time DISMANTLERS Candidates must have their own tools and previous experience is an asset. For more info call (905) 428–1450 ext. 5 M/F - 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or fax resume to (905) 428-1453 Serious inquires only please Only qualified applicants will be contacted. 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. CUSTOMER SERVICE REP Required to schedule appointments for our Sales Department. Computer experience required along with excellent communication skills. Call Jane at (905)686-9842 ext. 244 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 Pickering Honda Requires the following: PARTS COUNTER PERSON CLEANUP & DETAIL PERSON Previous experience an asset. Please fax resume to: Frank Jennings or Dave Majer (905)-831-3381 REQUIRED 50 DOCK WORKERS F/T • Start immediately • Days/Afternoons • Local Durham & surrounding area Please call: TRI-WAY PERSONNEL INC. 905-430-8616 (Local) 1-877-833-3308 (Toll Free) TELEMARKETING Telemarketer's needed $10/per hr., Mon.-Thurs. 5-8pm Call from an existing database Experience preferred Call Jane at (905) 686-9842 Ext. 244 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help THE FINEST HOMES OF THEM ALL. 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 GENERAL OFFICE HELP A small manufacturer of metal components located north of Stouffville is looking for: A self motivated “Go Getter” to handle every aspect of the administration side of our business. You must know: Microsoft Office This varied job entails: • Accounting • Payroll • A/R & A/P (Dac Easy is our Accounting Software) • Customer Service • Production Scheduling • Purchasing/Inventory Analysis • Much More This is a one person office, so some experience would be preferred. We need a “Take Charge” person. Please fax your resume (905) 642-1279 complete with your expected salary. MECHANIC WANTED Bushwood Golf Club, requires the services of one well-rounded mechanic to take care of our fleet of machinery and golf carts. Must have a thorough working knowledge of gas/ diesel engines, hydraulics and shop opera- tions. Reel sharpening experience would be an asset. GREENS STAFF ALSO REQUIRED Send your resume to: Bushwood Golf Club 10905 Reesor Rd., Markham, ON L6B 1A8 Attn: Gary Stairs,Golf Course Superintendent. D urham Access to Care is a community based and not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing simplified access to quality health services, long term care placement, and information/referral services. We are accomplishing this by partnering with other agencies and the community and by utilizing the talents of our skilled staff to enable clients and their families to enjoy a healthy and independent lifestyle. Finance Manager • One-Year Contract An accounting and supervisory specialist with well-developed communication/ interpersonal abilities, you will manage the accounting, payroll, and purchasing functions and successfully direct staff. A consummate facilitator with a keen eye for detail, you will prepare financial/statistical data and reports, deal with budget coordination, reporting, and related accounting activities, and monitor transfer payments. Your 3 years’ supervisory background is combined with 5 years’ related work experience and, preferably, a professional accounting designation (enrollment in or completion of the program will be considered). If you are prepared to work collaboratively in a supportive learning environment, we offer a comprehensive employer-paid benefits package including extended health benefits, dental plan, life and long term disability, sick pay, and vacation benefits. Please apply in writing, to: Manager, Human Resources Durham Access To Care 209 Dundas Street East, Whitby, Ontario L1N 7H8 Fax: (905) 430-8005 • e-mail: tom.oleson@datc.org Visit our Web-site at: www.datc.org CLARICA IS seeking individuals with an interest or expertise in the areas of Marketing or Business Management. Call Mary at (905)668–9669 ext 201. DOOR SYSTEM PLUS - Garage doors installers needed. Call 723-7111 (snp) PICK-UP TRUCK DRIVER and shop helper required for equip- ment rental company at our Whitby location. Must be mechan- ically inclined and a self starter. Please fax resume complete with drivers abstract to (905)372–1327 or mail to: Rent All Centre, 30 Elgin St W., Cobourg, Ont. K9A 5T4. EXPERIENCED CLEANERS re- quired for Oshawa area. Gen- eral cleaners needed. Call 1- 877-823-2618 EXPERIENCED STYLIST with some clientele. Comfortable doing lots of colours. Please call Wed -Sat. Also chair rentals available. Debbie or Wendy 728-6800. EXPERIENCED UPHOLSTER- ER for custom shop in Ajax. Experience preferred, will train. Please call (905)428– 7280. FRESH AIR,exercise and more. Call for a carrier route in your area today. 905-683– 5117. GENERAL INSURANCE non sales, full time position. Deal- ing with existing clients. Windows/computer skills. In- surance background and RIBO license preferred. Fax resume to (905) 579-0193. HAIR STYLISTS and full-time shampoo help needed for Caine & Co Hairstyling 728– 0800 or 666-6620 ask for Jody. HANDY PERSON needed with body work experience, full time. Call 905-686-8529. Own transportation required. HOLISTIC HELP needed. New full service day spa seeks at- tendants: RMT, Aroma, Re- flex, Reiki, Esthetician, Can- dling???? Enthusiasm re- quired (905)718-5321. HOMEMAKERS,mature stud- ents, part-time telemarketing positions available to those 18 years of age & older. $8.00/ hour. All training provided to those who qualify. Call 905- 619–6991 between 1-8p.m. to arrange interview. HOMEWORKERS NEEDED! To assemble our products. Free information. Send SASE to: Kraft, #8-7777 Keele St., Dept. 7, Concord, ON L4K 1Y7 JANITORIAL STAFF Needed Full & Part time positions available in Scarborough & Pickering areas. Starting rate is between $8 & $9/hour (de- pending on experience). You must be able to read, write and speak English fluently. You must have own reliable vehicle. Shifts are 5 days/ week, evenings. Please call (905)426-2749. JWP DISTRIBUTION SERVIC- ES INC.,a reputable, estab- lished and expanding Picker- ing based courier company, has immediate openings for enthusiastic broker drivers with a small car or mini van. Geographical knowledge of Metro Toronto is beneficial. Interested parties call Al or Vali at (905) 420-6705. LABOURER -We are a lead- ing contractor in the Durham Region looking for experi- enced labour in road building and sewer/watermain con- struction. This person must be a hard worker and carry a valid driver's license. Please fax resume to (905)668-3584. LIGHT INDUSTRIAL,long- term temp, We will be inter- viewing Wed., Feb 7, at the Ir- oquois Sports Complex, 500 Victoria St. Whitby, from 9: 30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. NEW YEAR - NEW YOU! LOSE UP TO 20 lbs per month. 100% all natural doctor for- mulated. Check out website: www.4everslim.com Access code 91560 LUKE'S WINDOWS & DOORS now hiring full-time helper to install windows & doors. Ex- perience required. Call days (905)723-8881 or evenings (905)723-4599. MACHINE OPERATOR with Tajima exp. needed for busy embroidery plant in Ajax. Must have reliable transport and able to work shifts. Fax resume: 905-428-3527 MASSEY'S RESTAURANT re- quires full time servers and evening Host/Hostess. Apply in person with resume to 774 Liverpool Road South, Picker- ing. (905)839–5758 MUSIC FOR YOUNG CHILD- REN has self-employed mu- sic teaching opportunities re- quiring grade 8 piano, grade 2 theory. Special training from MYC. Email www.myc.com or phone Marlene (905)428-8573 OFFICE HELP WANTED tele- marketing, typing, answering phones and general adminis- trative duties. Up to $9/hr plus benefits. Call 905-426-2749 PART TIME BOOKKEEPER needed for busy weight loss spa. Experience in quick books a necessity, Call Eleanor at 416-609-8354. PEOPLE WITH small cars re- quired for light duty and as- sembly work. $350/wk plus. Call (905)579-7816 for inter- view WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHERS needed, Join the winning team. We will train you in all the latest techniques. Must have 2-1/4 square equipment. Call (905)434–7336. PART TIME, SEASONAL in- structors. Training provided. Send resume highlighting work with children and/or ani- mals. Green Acres Outdoor Education Centre, 11123 Ken- nedy Rd. Markham L6C 1P2, Fax 905-887-1887. Attn: L. Williams. RELIABLE ENERGETIC person required as helper for ex- panding specialty cleaning business. Must have drivers' license, will train. 905-420- 6490. REPUTABLE COMPANY re- quires experienced Window & Door Salesman for busy up- coming season. Excellent Opportunity for motivated in- dividuals. Serious Inquires only. Call 905-686-9494 after 6:00 pm. REQUIRE... APPOINTMENT Setters from 5p.m.- 9p.m. evenings. Flexible and good working environment. Salary plus bonus. 47 year old com- pany that prides itself in being the best. Call after 3 p.m. (905)655-9053 and set-up an interview today. Must have transportation SEEKING A full-time massage therapist and a professional advanced aethetician with electrolysis, to take over a well-established clientele. Please drop off resume to: Beauty Beyond Skin Deep, 36 Athol St. East, (2nd floor) Oshawa. FABUTAN Sun Tan Studios, over 120 locations and grow- ing! We are currently seeking motivated, dynamic candi- dates for part-time and full- time positions at our Pickering store. Sales experience an asset. Great customer skills a must. If interested in the op- portunity to join our team please drop off resume to: FABUTAN, 1105 Finch Ave. Pickering Ont. L1V 1J7. SERVICE PERSONS required by large volume RV dealer lo- cated in North Whitby area. Applicants should have some experience in the servicing and repairs of camper trailers and travel trailers. Part time and full time positions avail- able. Students welcome to ap- ply for summer positions. Please fax or mail resume to: Mr. Davis at fax # (905) 655- 8184. Mailing address: Holi- day World, 7725 Baldwin Street N., Whitby, Ontario. LlM 1Y5 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 SNOWPLOWING DRIVERS required, full time nights, ex- perience preferred. Call 905- 430–0032 STRONG VOICES NEEDED. Telephone sales, no experi- ence necessary. 10:00am- 4:00pm and/or ideal for stud- ents 4:45-8:00pm Dundas/ Thickson area Salary plus commission. 905-579–6222 SUPERINTENDENT COUPLE for quiet hi-rise building in Ajax. Must handle cleaning, maintenance and paperwork. Free apartment plus salary. Fax resume to: (416)497- 7114. 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. VARIOUS POSITIONS AVAIL- ABLE.Experienced Produce Clerk and Night Crew Clerk required. Full-Time Position available. Part-time Baker & Floral position also available. Please bring resume and ap- ply in person at South Ajax IGA, 955 Westney Rd. S. Ajax. Contact Wayne or Cory(Own- ers). WORK AT HOME Health In- dustry $1000 P/T - $5000 F/T per month. Training available. Call for free information BOOKLET. 416-631-7156. LICENSED STYLIST to assist in managing Ajax salon, profit sharing, guaranteed salary/ commission, hiring bonus from $100 - $350, dept. store discounts. Call Sheri (905) 619-8839. Office Help120 BOOKKEEPER/OFFICE AD- MINISTRATOR for Claremont office. Must have experience in Quick Books Pro & Simply Accounting. Monday - Thurs- day. Fax resume & salary ex- pectations to (905)649-6505. EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT re- quired for busy salesperson in East Scarborough location. Full-time position for energe- tic, creative person with an excellent telephone manner. Must be a self-starter and well-organized. Please fax re- sume with salary expecta- tions to: 416-831-8832 JR. LAW CLERK/LEGAL Sec- retary to join our Real Estate Law Service Team in our Whitby office. The position carries Registry and office re- sponsibilities with a client service career path. Competi- tive pay and benefits. Fax/ email resume to: Diana or Lynn at 905-985-3758 or reachus@hometitleser- vice.com JR. LEGAL, Secretary / Re- ceptionist required. Must have experience in all aspects of law. Mail your resume to File #638 Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, Ontario. LlH 7L5 PART TIME RECEPTIONIST needed for Busy Real Estate Office, experience a must. Highland Creek (Kingston Rd./ Meadowvale) area. Fax re- sume to 416-281-9550. PERMANENT PART TIME bill- ing/administration clerk re- quired for transportation com- pany in Oshawa. 20-30 hrs/ week, Monday-Friday. $10/hr to start. 2:00pm start time. Please fax resume: 905-579- 5225. PURCHASER -SCAR. Custom manufacturer for aerospace industry. Source/expedite, raw materials and processes. Highly organized. Min. 1 yr. exp. College/MRP exp. Fax resume 416-265-5544 RECEPTIONIST/SECRETARY needed part time junior posi- tion, at busy law office in Bowmanville/Newcastle area. Knowledge of Word Perfect 9 required. Please reply to File #640 Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, On- tario. LlH 7L5 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 PART-TIME HELP needed for Retail Tile Shop. Will train, evenings and weekends. Fax resume to (905)683-3182. SALES ASSOCIATE for office equipment company. Sales experience preferred. Training provided on product line. Strong computer skills an as- set. Salary, Commission and Car allowance. Reply to: Of- fice Manager, Box 193, 15-75 Bayly St., W., Ajax, Ontario. Skilled Help135 AJAX PRINTER requires ex- perienced part-time/full-time Pre-Press Operator, knowl- edge of PC and stripping is an asset. Call 905-619-1297 APPRENTICE MACHINIST - 2nd - 3rd year required for custom machine building shop. Jobbing Shop experi- ence an asset. Own measur- ing tools required. Apply in person with resume: Hub In- dustries Ltd. 1621 McEwen Drive, Unit #38, Whitby Ont. L1N 9A5. CARPENTERS & 3RD Year Apprentices needed imme- diately. Experienced in Fram- ing & Forming. Permanent full-time work. Salary negoti- able, benefits. Call 427-6261 or fax resume (905)427-8659 GRAPHICS INSTALLER - ex- perienced, vinyl. Required in busy Durham location. Driv- ers license, some travel, mostly GTA. Resumes only. Please fax to (905) 668-0100. PART TIME experienced medical secretary. Immediate position. Must be proficient in Dicta Typing and OHIP bill- ings. Excellent telephone/or- ganizational skills. Serious applicants only. Send resume: Attn: Dr. & Mrs. Ek, 2 Camp- bell Dr. Ste. 207, Testa Build- ing, Uxbridge, ON L9P 1H6. AUTOCAD OPERATOR. Full time position at Ontario Land Surveyors office. Must be proficient in AutoCAD version 14 or 2000 and have 2 years experience. Please fax re- sume to (905)725-9957. TOOL & DIE second or third year apprentice. Excellent op- portunity for experienced ap- prentice. Please fax resume to: 905-434-7742. Hospital Medical Dental150 AJAX,full-time position available for CDA or PDA, maternity leave. Will train. Fax resume to 905-683-9387. DENTAL ASSISTANT with ex- perience needed for 2 days per week. Great hours and lo- cation. Call (416) 284-0945. DENTAL Receptionist/Assis- tant required for one year ma- ternity leave. Knowledge of recalls, bank deposits and scheduling appointments. Ex- perience only. Please call 905-831-7566 FRIENDLY DENTAL OFFICE in Pickering requires Dental Hy- gienist every 2nd Saturday. Fax resume to: 905-831-2815. HEALTH PROFESSIONALS needed to promote natural for- mulas, clinically proven to lower cholesterol, new to Ca- nada. For information and pro- duct samples call 905-839– 6348 or 1-888-486-2480. IDEAL PHARMACIST position available in Port Perry for per- son seeking a few hours to maintain "A" License. Short shift on weekend. Contact Elaine at 905-420-7335 or fax resume: 905-420-7342. MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST - Ajax. Part-time receptionist wanted for family physician's office, approx. 25hrs/week. Familiarity with windows ap- plications is required. Pleas- ant, busy private practice. Please fax resume to (905)683-5862 MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST re- quired including evenings & weekends. Experience pre- ferred. Please fax resume to (905)831–8749. PART-TIME HYGIENIST re- quired for busy dental office. Flexibility a must, some evenings and Saturdays re- quired. Please hand deliver resume to: Liberty Dental Centre, 60 Liberty St. South, Suite 300, Bowmanville. No phone calls please. PHARMACY Technician (Full time or part-time) needed at Medical Pharmacies Group Inc. in Pickering. Attractive hours, wages, and benefits. Experience in long-term care and Zadall an asset. Fax re- sume to Manager (905)831- 8751 or 1-800-275-2143. 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 RECEPTIONIST REQUIRED for Optometrist office required computer and or optometric assistant experience an as- set. 24 - 32 hr. per wee, No weekend. no evenings. Fax resumes to (905) 579-8504. RPN Full-time and part-time positions available for new Retirement Facility in Osha- wa. Please fax resumes to 905-725-7988 SENIOR MEDICAL SECRE- TARY for very fast paced Dur- ham Specialist. Must have experience. Fax resumes to (905) 427-2028. STOUFFVILLE ORTHODONTIC office requires energetic reli- able person to assist in a fast paced practice. Full days, Tues. + Wed. Fax resumes: 905-642-9692 or call 905- 642–3642 Daycare Wanted160 DAYCARE NEEDED in my home, 1-3 days/week for 1 year old. Highway 2/Harwood. References. Please call (905)683–0225 DURHAM PROFESSIONAL Home Daycare Inc. Daycare providers needed in Ajax and Pickering. You work at home, provide a safe environment, nutritious meals and fun ac- tivities for the children. For more details about this excit- ing opportunity call our staff at 905-509–1207 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 24 HR. PER DAY private home daycare available, in Pickering, children all ages. If you are looking for experi- enced, loving, caring and ma- ture individual contact Angela 421–8907 LOVING Christian home day- care, will teach alphabet, numbers and values. Age 2 - 5 years preschool, First Aid/ CPR. Valley Farm Rd/Hwy 2, near Pickering Go. (905) 837– 9600. PICKERING - Liverpool/Bayly, close to Holy Redeemer Ca- tholic School. Need a reliable Babysitter? Welcome ages 3yrs + up. Fenced backyard, many activities, willing to drop off/pickup from school. Call (905)421–9409. 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. WESTNEY/ROSSLAND - reli- able babysitter available. 15 years experience. Hot lunch- es and snacks, fenced yard, near Lester B. Pearson School. References. Receipts, reasonable rates. Babies wel- comed. Call 905-427–4937 Farm Services203 HAY & STRAW round & square. Pickup or delivery 905-797-2249. 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 BRAND NEW Paragon Pro- Series Tower speakers, 200 watts, sensitivity 98db/1w/1m, 8 hom impedance. Studio sound. Ideal for professional use or rec room $200. (905)427–1768. DININGROOM 14PCE cherry- wood. 92" double pedestal. 8 Chippendale chairs. Buffet, hutch, server, dovetail con- struction. Still in boxes. Cost $14,000. Sacrifice $5000. (416)746-0995. JOHNSON STATIONARY Bike $100. Easy Rider $50. Call (905)837–0734 RPN's & Attendants Required Part-time for busy retirement home. Must be flexible and available for weekends & call-ins on all shifts. Fax resume to: 905-831-5033 EXPERIENCED MEDICAL SECRETARIES NEEDED for a growing Temp. agency. Fax resume to: (905) 831-4200 or call Debi (905) 831-3324 EXPERIENCED AUTOMOTIVE PAINTER Dupont experience preferred. For busy flat rate shop in Whitby. Jensen's Auto Body (905)668–3331 ask for Don MAINTENANCE MECHANIC/OPERATOR Oshawa Can Mfg. re- quires and exp'd me- chanic to operate and maintain production lines, mainly afternoon shift. Qualifications in- clude good knowledge of set-up and operating high speed production lines. Exp. on Deitz pa- per winding equipment preferred. Fax resume to 905-404-9176 HOUSE CLEANING Helen's Home Services Hiring Experi- enced cleaning people for house cleaning. Call 427–4385 SUPERINTENDENT COUPLE Oshawa condomini- um/rental building. Experience an asset. Call (905)728–4993 or fax (416)485-7859 RETIRED PEOPLE required to greet customers and distribute flyers in our BULK BARN Store in Pickering. Greeters must be comfortable working with public, be friendly and approachable. Some weekdays, Saturday, Sunday 1-4:30. Leave name and Phone Number at store, no phone calls please. Established Fitness Equipment Company * Now Open * in Pickering seeking Retail Sales People Please fax resumes: The Fitness Source 1-905-660-8894 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. PAGE 32-THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, FEBRUARY 2, 2001 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net 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 130 Sales Help/Agents 130 Sales Help/Agents 130 Sales Help/Agents 130 Sales Help/Agents BILINGUAL SALES ORDER ENTRY ASSISTANT Available in our customer Service de- partment. The preferred candidate would have; • Pleasant telephone manner • Good attention to detail • Knowledge of computer systems (AS400 an asset) • Good command of English & French (written and spoken) • Customer service experience a must This is a full-time position available im- mediately with competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package. Please send or fax your resume to: Brenda Lake DREW CANADA Division of Ashland Canada Corp. 525 Finley Avenue Ajax, ON L1S 2E5 Fax: (905) 427-0688 requires AUTOMOTIVE SALES PROFESSIONAL If you are looking for a change from business as usual to a progressive, fast growing business, we would like to talk to you. WE OFFER: • Company benefits • Demo plan • High commissions and bonus • Great atmosphere and team. Fax resume to: 905-576-6078 Mike Harper Phone: 905-576-1800 MAKE BOOKS YOUR BUSINESS!! An opportunity has arisen for a Marketing Agent in the Oshawa and surrounding area. No selling is involved, just daily deliveries to new accounts and existing customers. We Provide: •Full Training •Field Support •A guaranteed min. per year income of $40K You Provide: • Self-motivation • Organization • Customer Service • Storage for stock The successful individual will build a long term future and determine their own income level. 1-877-325-4766 www.alironmarketing.com 135 Skilled Help 135 Skilled Help 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help 135 Skilled Help 150 Hospital Medical Dental 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 POTENTIAL DEALERS - Free start-up kit - Flexible hours - Work from home After Christmas Cash Heidi (905) 509-1163 CNC Operators Required at New factory located north of Stouffville Must be able to: • Write Programs • Complete set-ups • Fanuc Programming Minimum 3 years experience required Please fax resume c/w expected wage (905) 642-1279 Grow Your Future! Looking for some professional excitement? Growth? Respect? Reward? Want large company support with smaller company autonomy? If these things are important to you, we have an opportunity for you! The News Advertiser is looking for a seasoned Advertising Sales Rep Here’s what you offer: You’re a self starter able to service and develop existing and new clients. You have knowledge of the publishing industry and solid sales background. You get things done. Please send your resume, with salary expectations to: Advertising Manager 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax. L1S 2H5 fax: 905-619-9068 Ajax/Pickering The Community Newspaper since 1965Vision Security and Investigations Is accepting applications for full time and part time Security Officers and Retail Investigators in Toronto and Durham. Positions starting at $10.00 per hour plus benefits. Please fax resume to:905-850-6823 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. 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!! 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 AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES AT HANK'S APPLIANCES. Dryers $149/up. Washers $175/up. Frost-free fridges $199/up. Stoves, apt.-size & 30", reg/self-cleaning, gas $149/up. Large selection gas dryers. Portable dishwashers, only $249. Amana refrigerator, bottom freezer, must see. side-by-sides, this weeks special, only $349. 426 Sim- coe St. S. (905)728-4043. ANTIQUE WALNUT DUNCAN Phyfe style double pedestal dining table and six chairs (includes 1 carver) excellent condition $2200. 905-852- 1437 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. APPLIANCE CENTRE - Wash- er, dryer, fridge, stove, dish- washer, all fully guaranteed. Come make a deal! 33 Station St., Ajax. (905)426-2682. 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 2 custom sin- gle beds, headboards and bed coverings, 2 night tables, 2 armoires, asking $1800. 905- 721-1400. 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. CAR DOLLY - custom built last year. Excellent behind any vehicle. Asking $900 firm. Call 1-705-328-2212 Janet- ville. 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. CARPETS! CARPETS!CAR- PETS! 3 ROOMS COMPLETE- LY CARPETED $299. (30 yrds.) NO HIDDEN COSTS!!! Commercial carpet at $4.95 yd. Berber carpet at $7.50 yd. 40 oz. Saxony carpet at $11.50 yd. Free shop at home servic- es. Guaranteed best prices. SAILLIAN CARPETS, 905-373- 2260. 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. 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. HAY 300 3x5 round bales of hay for sale. Call 905-852- 9446. KNITTING MACHINE,Passap electronic 6000, motor driven, includes Passap U100E, Pas- sap tricofit, wool winder, 4 co- lour changer, video guide and books, 6ft. steel shelf stand, approx $900 worth of wool, asking $3000. (905)839–9814. LADIES 14KT yellow w/white gold diamond solitaire ring (.66carat) appraised $4900, best offer. GENTS 14Kt. yellow gold ring, 3 diamonds (.66car- at), appraised $3550, best off- er. Ernie, (905)404–5466 leave message. MINT CONDITION blue sec- tional couch, $800 or best off- er. Call (905)509–1239 any- time, leave message. MOVING SALE,Sony tuner amp with full surround & on screen programming $250., Sony 5 disc carousel $125, 2 Cerwin Vega 280SE speakers $300/pr, 2 mission bookshelf speakers $75/pr., energy cen- tre channel $50., 2 Ikea (beige) pine chairs $20/each. 905-426-5564.snp 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! 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 BACKSTREET BOYS TICKETS FOR SALE - also Toronto Ma- ple Leafs, Toronto Raptors. Also will buy Leafs, Raptors & other concerts. Telephone (905) 626-5568 WEDDING DRESS - Alfred D'Angelo Size 9. Best offer. 705-745-5860.snp 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. POOL TABLES. 8' and 9' slate billiard tables for sale. Call 905-420–6113. 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. YAMAHA ELECTONE - ME- 15A, bass, rhythmic, orches- tral, lead voices, voice menu, auto rhythm, sustain, and reg- istration memory, ram pack, stool. 905-263–4575, after 6pm. 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. BICYCLE WANTED - Hybrid mountain bike, must have grip shifts, front and rear (or seat) shocks, and aluminum frame. Must be in mint condition. 718-2022 and leave message. snp Arts & Crafts260 Pets/Supplies/ Boarding290 CANE CORSO MASTIFF Pup- pies, 8 weeks, with papers, blue & brindle, crop, ready to go. Call (905) 985–9137 BARN FOR RENT- 12 Stall barn with 60x80 indoor arena. Are you looking for a nice quiet setting? 5 Pastures. Lots of trails, I've got the per- fect place on Hwy#12 just N of Myrtle Station. $800 all inclu- sive. Please call Rob 519- 770-3555. Livestock/ for sale295 ARAB/APPY X Ready to show, Flashy. Thoro/Perchron X, Fillies, excellent potential. Tonnes of English/Western Tack. 4-horse horse trailer. Negotiable (905)986-4902. Automobiles for Sale300 1983 Buick Regal from B.C. Exc. condition, paint's faded, $1500 firm, certified and emission tested! 905-434- 0392 (snp) 1984 TOYOTA SUPRA, black, no rust, no winters seen, 5- speed, tilt, cruise, original owner, certified and emission tested, $7000 obo. Call 436– 2147 1988 SUNBIRD,4 cyl. 4 door, automatic, very clean, good condition. Many new parts. $2,000 certified, plus e-tested. Call (905) 438-8856. 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 FORD CROWN VICTOR- IA. One owner. Certified/emis- sion tested. 145,000 km on current 5.0 L engine. Michelin tires and snows on separate rims $3000. Call 404-0626. 1989 HONDA CIVIC,4 door, 5 speed, air, 220,000 kil., origi- nal gold paint, clean tan interi- or, body solid, minimal rust, needs some work. Quick sale. $600. Alex (905) 720–8605 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. 1991 DODGE SHADOW Only 78,000kms, 4 cyl., 4 door, au- tomatic, well maintained company car, safety and emission tested, $3295. Oshawa dealer. 83 Ritson Rd.S. 905-718-1808-Murray 1991 SUNDANCE,$3200. & tax, 1987 Buick LeSabre, $1600 both E-tested, call 905-668–5555 1992 PONTIAC LEMANS - 2 door hatchback, 4 cyl. auto, certi- fied/emission tested. Good con- dition 105,000km. $1,950. (905)420-0756. 1993 CHEV. CAVALIER,4 dr. auto, am/fm cass, ps, pb, 228,000 km, runs great , very lit- tle rust, easily certifiable, will pass emission. $2500 obo. MUST SELL! (WOULD CONSID- ER SNOWMOBILE AS TRADE). 905-434-0392 (snp) 1993 CORSICA, V6,ps, pb, am/fm cass, air con., very clean, 4 dr, 255ks, certified and emission tested, $3000 obo. Must sell!! 905-434-0392 (snp) 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) 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 86 CHEVETTE certified, emission, $1400.00 mint shape. Odel 905-576–8406. 1994 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS SUPREME. 4 door. Good con- dition. Black and rust coated yearly. $7, 500 or best offer. Call 720-4809 or 433-8104 2 CARS FOR SALE -97 GRAND AM, V6, Lady driven 10,000 kms per year. $12,995. 97 PARK AVE. Ultra, 20,000 kms per year. $22,995. Leas- ing or financing arranged, trades accepted, 905-433- 7548. AFFORDABLE USED CARS, 1995 CORSICA, V6, auto, 4dr., $7995. 1994 METRO GEO, 5- spd, 2dr., $5995. 1998 SAT- URN 4dr., air, low kms, $12,995. 1998 TOYOTA TER- CEL, 2dr., 5-spd, $8,995. 1999 ACCENT, 2dr., 5-spd., $10,995. 1999 TOYOTA TACOMA pick- up, low kil. 1990 HYUNDAI EXCEL auto, low kil., one own- er, $4,295. 1999 ALANTRA SE, automatic, loaded, $14,495. 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 1992 CAVALIER - White, au- tomatic, 4 door, power steer- ing, power brakes, power locks. Lady driven. Great in- terior, very good engine. 130,000kms. Uncertified. $2,400. o.b.o. Call (905)697– 2961 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. 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 1987 S-10 Truck, 4cyl., 5 sp., $1600, 1993 Astro Cargo van, $3300. Both E-tested, 905- 668–5555. 1999 Dodge Dakota RTS, red with silver racing stripes. Only 59,500 kms, rust checked, tonneau cover, tinted wind- ows. Very clean, hwy. driven and never carried any loads. Must sell. ASKING ONLY $13,900. certified. Call 1-705- 328-2212 Janetville. 1999 DODGE DURANGO SLT, 32,000 km, pw, pd, air, 3rd row seats, silver metallic, great shape. $30,000 obo. Call 905-261-3262. Vans/ 4 Wheel Drive320 1993 EXPLORER 4x4, 2 door, 160,000kms, certified. Excel- lent condition. Asking $10,500. Call (905)686–1880. Snowmobiles360 1986 YAMAHA SRV 540, good condition, $1700 obo. Call 905-985-3719 1992 YAMAHA V MAX 4750, mint condition, very well maintained, comes with 2001 trail, pass, cover, some spare parts. $3,200. (905)852-7219. snp. 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 580 ZR, 2000 clutching, 144 new studs, h/t warmers, mint shape, $3500. 623-9316 or 705-328-0402 (snp) POLARIS INDY 500 1991 2 upseat. Polaris XLT 1996 Touring. Both have current trail passes. Northfield double trailer 2000. Call John (705) 357-3680. 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 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 apts near Oshawa Centre/401. Parking, laundry. Non Smokers Pre- ferred. $730/mo. plus hydro. Available March lst. (905) 576-9723 AJAX clean, newly renovated, 1 br +den basement apart- ment, separate entrance, pri- vate laundry, dishwasher, non-smoking/pets. Business person/couple preferred. $800/month includes utilities, cable. Call 905-428–0396 AJAX, 1-BEDROOM base- ment apartment, Delaney/ Church, separate entrance, laundry, $750/month including utilities. No smoking/pets. Call (905)619–3610 AJAX,2-bedroom basement apartment. Mar. 3rd, separate entrance, laundry, full bath, non-smoker, no pets, $700 in- clusive. Call (905)619–3683 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 BASEMENT BACHELOR apt., in quiet home near Oshawa Centre, $550, available im- mediately, 1st. & last., 905- 438-9037. AJAX - 1 BEDROOM base- ment, bright, no stairs. Newly decorated, fireplace, lots of closets. Separate entrance, laundry,. Parking for one. Close to lake and bus. $750 includes cable. 686–8612 CLAREMONT- One-half of lovely century home, 3 bdrm, 1 1/2 baths, main floor, sky- lights. $1,275/month. Also large bright BACHELOR APT, second floor of house, private entrance, $575. Both avail immediately. (905)642-5613. CLEAN ONE bedroom $720/ month utilities included. Sim- coe and Mill area, small quiet apartment building. Call for appointment (905)579-9890. COURTICE bright, spacious, 2-bedroom basement apt., professionally decorated, 4-pc bath, 4 appliances, quiet area. Walk to Community Centre. Parking, laundry, cable, sep. ent. $800/mo inclusive. 416- 438–0957 COZY, bright newly reno. 1- bedroom bsmt. apt, separate entrance. laundry, parking and storage, 1/3 utilities, West Shore, Pickering. Available march 1, 2001, 1st. & last, $800/mo., Milt 905-831–2273 FRENCHMAN'S BAY - new spacious 1 bdrm basement apt. Separate entrance, park- ing, utilities incl. No pets, no smoking. $725/month. First & last. Available immediately. (905)839-4516. LARGE 2 BEDROOM apart- ment in Uxbridge. Quiet house. Ideal for retired or pro- fessional couple. No Pets. 852-3554. NICE 1-BEDROOM basement apartment in preferred Osha- wa area. All inclusive, $695/ month. Laundry, cable, park- ing included. No smoking. Call (905)720–3057 NORTH WHITBY,1-bedroom spacious basement apart- ment. Private entrance, laun- dry facilities. No pets. $750 monthly. Single non-smoker preferred. Available March 1st. Ask for Rob (905)723– 0868 ONE BEDROOM BASEMENT apt. Whites/Foxwood. Avail March 1. Separate entrance, laundry, non-smoker, single, first/last. $675/mo, all inclu- sive. 905-839–0871. AVAILABLE FEBRUARY 1ST. bachelor apartment, cable, fireplace, $595/month all in- clusive, first/last, references required. No pets. Call (905)435–7305 or 519-570- 2021, leave message. 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. Lease a New Vehicle at 8-1/2% Regardless of credit history You work, you drive Call (905) 985-4618 (No turndowns!) 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 NEED A CAR? $699 Down Low as $199/mo Credit No Problem 9.9% 1-866-340-5559 CALL TODAY, DRIVE TODAY! CKC Registered GERMAN SHEPHERD Puppies Very large boned with excellent temperments. Championship lines. 1st shots, vet checked, tattooed, dewormed. Written guarantee. Absolutely gorgeous (705) 786-0322 Ceramics Supplies & Firing Greenware Bisque Duncan products Giftware Tami 905-831–0552 WANTED Leaf Tickets Will pay up to face value. Call Bruce 905-579-4400 Ext. 2207 COUNTRY FURNITURE CUSTOM MADE Computer Desks; Harvest, Coffee, End Tables; Entertainment Units, Deacon's Bench; Buffet & Hutch; TV, Corner Units. Phone (905)665-1664 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, FEBRUARY 2, 2001-PAGE 33 165 Daycare Available 165 Daycare Available 165 Daycare Available FIND YOUR NEXT USED VEHICLE AT: durhamwheels.com 300 Automobiles for Sale 300 Automobiles for Sale 300 Automobiles for Sale150Hospital Medical Dental 150 Hospital Medical Dental 150 Hospital Medical Dental 150 Hospital Medical Dental THE BIG ONE!! Fantastic fun flea market 500,000 new items, 100,000 experience items LARGE SELECTION OF VALENTINE CARDS AND GIFTS!! GARAGE SALE PRICES!!! MAKE AN OFFER SALE!! Vendors tables available $20 870 Taunton Rd. Just east of Thickson North side of Whitby Every Sat. and Sun. 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. 250 Garage/Yard Sales 250 Garage/Yard Sales 220 Articles for Sale 220 Articles for Sale 220 Articles for Sale 220 Articles for Sale 290 Pets/Supplies/ Boarding 360 Snowmobiles 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 We pay up to $8 per disc! Get CASH for CDs… Bayly, w. of Harwood (905) 427-7613 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 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 AJAX/PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER & UXBRIDGE TRIBUNE/TIMES-JOURNAL PRESENTS… Nursing & Health Care JOB EXPO To register your company, call today! (905)576-9335 or (905)683-0707 Fax: (905)579-4218 Tuesday May 01, 2001 Location: Holiday Inn 1011 Bloor Street East, Oshawa Special Section: April 29, 2001 FREE ADMISSION • FREE PARKING Open to public from 1pm til 8pm OSHAWA 1-bdrm bright clean apt in owner occupancy house. Utilities, heat, parking included, a/c, suits single mature person. No pets please. Avail. immediate- ly. First & last. (905) 435-0544. OSHAWA, NEWLY renovated one bedroom basement apart- ment, $650., all inclusive. first/last Available immediate- ly. Telephone 905-720–3285 PICKERING - Large 1 bedroom basement apartment, separate entrance, laundry in unit. Near 401/GO. Non-smoker, no pets. $725, utilities included. Available March 1st. Call 905-831–3570 PICKERING - large 2 bedroom basement apt. Liverpool/Bay- ly, walk to GO, separate entrance, parking, $800 including utilities. Call 905-420-9457 after 6p.m. PICKERING LIVERPOOL RD., large 2 bedroom basement, full kitchen & bath, own laun- dry & entrance, utilities in- cluded, no pets, $900/mo. (416) 494–3765. PICKERING Rosebank Rd North. 2 bedroom basement. Cable, separate entrance, large kitchen and washroom No pets/smoking. Rent is $875/mo, first/last, Avail March 1. 905-837–2576 PICKERING VILLAGE - 1 bed- room basement apartment. Available March 1. Separate entrance, parking, utilities, $675 inclusive. Suitable for single non-smoker. No pets. (905)426-1096. PICKERING,1-bedroom basement apartment. Avail- able immediately $750/month inclusive. No pets. Call (905)831–9750 PICKERING.Liverpool/Bayly. Newly renovated. 2 bedroom basement apartment. Sepa- rate entrance. 4 pc-bath. Share laundry. No-smoking/ pets. 1st/last. $825 inclusive Available March 1st. Call (905) 831-8867 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. THREE BEDROOM on main floor of duplex. Ritson/401 area of Oshawa. $900/mo in- cludes heat, hydro, laundry backyard & storage. Avail from Feb 1. 905-725–2307. UPPER HALF OF HOUSE - 3 bedroom 5 appliances. Good neighborhood. Near schools and shopping. Available $900/ monthly + half utilities. 1st & last. References. (905)576- 2074. WHITBY Large, clean, 2 bedroom, near schools & parks, well-maintained build- ing, large parking area, first/ last required, 905-666-6701 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 DUPLEX apart- ment in Little Britain. Newly renovated parking available immediately. $750 plus utili- ties. First/last. references. Call 705-786-1456 3 BEDROOM FARM HOUSE. Country setting. $900/month + utilities. 2 bedroom apt in farm for rent $700/month + utilities. References required. No pets. Call 263–2861 COURTICE,3 bedroom bun- galow, 5 appliances, garage, 3 car parking, $940 includes heat and water. You pay hy- dro. No basement. Call Cindy 725–2246. Available March lst. OSHAWA RENT-TO-OWN-3 bedroom, 3-bath, income unit, laundry, deck, fenced back- yard, storage shed, 3-car parking, quiet street, excellent neighbourhood-near OC. $995/ month +utilities, avail. Mar. 1. 905-571-5320 OSHAWA- 3-BEDROOM,rent /rent to own. New kitchen, bath- rooms, carpet, ceramic/hard- wood floors, fireplace, jacuzzi, large yard, double-garage, excel- lent neighbourhood, $1145/ mo.plus. Available immediately. Call 905-571–6658 NORTH WHITBY, 3-bedroom upper 1/2 of house, private entrance, walkout to fenced backyard, quiet cul-de-sac, references, no animals, pos- session Feb. 1st, $900 +2/3 utilities, first/last, credit check. 905-619-9410 Townhouses For Rent420 3-BEDROOM town home, new carpet, freshly painted & ren- ovated, 2 appliances, back- yard, garage, 1975 Memory Lane, Finch/Liverpool area. $1100+ utilties. Avail imme- diately. Call (416)724-0404. KING AND TOWNLINE area Courtice. Large 4 bedroom townhouse. Garage, 4 ap- pliances. $1075 + hydro. Available Immediately. Call (905)721-8213. OSHAWA,huge 4 bedroom townhouse, living room with cathedral ceilings, plus walk- out to patio, main floor laun- dry, eat in kitchen, plus sepa- rate dining room, attached ga- rage, 1 1 /2 baths, rec. room. Asking $l,050. Call Career Real Estate Services Ltd. (905) 723–6918 Rooms for Rent430 401/RITSON,private en- trance, parking, bus at door, share full kitchen/bath & ap- pliances, no pets, use of bbq in yard. $350/mo, first/last. 905-728-1764 leave message (till 5p.m.) NICE CLEAN room for rent, for mature, employed responsible person, $290/month, first/last required. South Oshawa near Lake. Days 416-888-4905; Eve. 905-723–2692 ROOMS TO RENT,Harwood north of Hwy 2 in a clean home. Shared accomodations. Please call after 5p.m. (416)409-1042. Shared Accommodation450 AJAX, 2 ROOMS,(1-bed- room & 1-office) shared with 2 teachers. $560./mo., available March 1, utilities included. Appliances, outdoor pool. Call 905-426–4769 after 5 pm. HOME TO SHARE with fe- male. Courtice area; own bed- room, own bath. No smoking/ pets. Working female pre- ferred. $550/mo.+ shared util- ities. Avail. immediately. Contact Janet (905)728-1600, leave message, or 432-2585 after 5:30 HOME TO SHARE,laundry, parking, cable. On bus route. close to GM south plant. Re- sponsible working adult or college student preferred. $425/month. Call 723–9956 PICKERING third needed! Bottom of Liverpool near GO. 1900sq.ft., 2-storey, 4-bed- room, 1-1/2 baths, furnished, 2 livingrooms, gas fireplace, hottub/pool/etc., $450 inclu- sive, cable, utilities, internet, maid service, and more. Avail Feb 1. Prefer working/school. First/last/references. 420–1276. PICKERING,beautiful new home, close to all amenities, smokers welcome. A must see! Tel (905) 683-6877. PICKERING / BROCK MAJOR OAKS,if you are neat, tidy, non smoker, have no pets, I have a beautiful 4 bedroom to share. $550 per mo. Refer- ences, lst/last, (905)426–8915 SHARED ACCOMMODATION $350 per month, single working female, includes parking, laun- dry, cable. Ref. required. Call Rebecca weekdays 1-800-667- 4656 or message (905) 720- 2711 AJAX,Westney & Hwy.#2, 2 bedroom condo, very clean, all inclusive, $1250./mo., call (416) 953–4306. Office & Retail Space460 2,200 SQUARE FEET of office space available immediately in Bobcaygeon, $800 per month plus utilities. Call Anne Houston (705)749-3383 UXBRIDGE small profession- al office space available on Toronto Street. $1000 inclu- sive Available immediately. Call 905-683-5117 ask for Abe Fakhourie. Private Homes For Sale500 PICKERING,3-bedroom townhouse, 2 bathrooms, fin- ished basement, central air, large deck, 7 appliances, hardwood floors. Move in condition. Available imme- diately. (905)420–4510 THREE BEDROOM, raised bungalow semi, close to schools and all amenities. Fully finished basement, new- er windows/decor. Open House 1-4 Saturday Feb. 3. 196 Pringle Drive Whitby. Call (905) 430-9527. 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 CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 95%. From 6.75% for 5 years. Best available rates. Private funds available. 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Submit to: File #643, Oshawa Whitby This Week, 865 Farewell St. Oshawa, Ont. L1H 7L5. PICKERING 3-bedroom, 2-1/2 baths, family room, 5 appl., new carpet, double garage, partially finished basement, approx 1600 sq.ft. fenced yard with deck. walk to schools, shops go, working family only. No pets, no smokers. Available March 1st. $1400 plus (905)839–9227. 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 PAGE 34-THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, FEBRUARY 2, 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 AUCTION SALE GRIST MILL AUCTION CENTER NEWTONVILLE - 6 P.M. FRIDAY FEBRUARY 2ND, 2001 Selling the attractive cont- ents from a Hope Township Home: Gibbard 9 pc. dining rooo suite, 4 pc. queen size bedroom suite, glass top table kitchen suite, chester- fields, loveseat, recliner, occ. chairs, occ. tables, power tread mill, maplle dresser, chests of drawers, qty of shelving, stacking chairs and desk from Port Hope Li- brary, paintings, prints, chi- na, lamps, etc. etc. Preview after 2 p.m. Auction starts at 6 p.m. Terms Cash, App. chq. Visa, m/c, interac AUCTIONEERS Frank and Steve Stapleton (905) 786-2244, 1-800-263-9886 www.stapletonauctions.com 'Estate Specialists since 1971' OUTSTANDING AUCTION Antiques, Collectables & Office Contents Sunday, Feb. 4th, 9:30 a.m. (Viewing 9:00) Located in Orono at Silvanus Gardens Take 115/35 Hwy. to Main St. Orono Exit & Follow Signs to Mill Pond Rd. West 2 km. Sunday's Auction will start at 9:30 a.m. with office contents, 5 desks, office & boardroom chairs, board- room table, trade show display (in cases), file cabi- nets, bookcases, bar fridge etc. Exceptional Antique & Collectables starts at 10:30 a.m. including refin- ished & original pcs, 8' secretary/bookcase (c1870's), bonnet chest, Eastlake bedroom set, (washstand, dresser & bed), Canadiana pcs, cup- boards, washstand, dressers, Victorian chairs & set- tee sets, walking & spinning wheel, blanket boxes, rockers, tables (kitchen, parlour, candle, gateleg etc.), wood wall phone, sewing machines. English corner shelf, piano stools, violin 7 case, tea wagon, quality glass & china, 60 pcs. Limoge set, old tin toys, quilts, crocks & jugs, books, advertising col- lectables. Note addition of office contents sell 1st at 9:30 a.m. followed by Antiques & Collectables. A Must Attend Auction! Terms Cash, Visa, M/C, Interac & Cheques Call for all your auction needs. MacGregor Auction Services 905-987-2112 1-800-363-6799 650 Auctions 650 Auctions 650 Auctions 650 Auctions580Mortgages, Insurance 580 Mortgages, Insurance Personal Prayer To The St. Jude THANKS TO ST. JUDE and the Sacred Heart of Jesus for favours re- ceived. May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and pre- served throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, helper of the hopeless, pray for us. St. Jude helper of the sick, pray for us. Say this prayer nine times a day for nine days. This prayer has nev- er failed, and you prayers will be an- swered. Publication must be prom- ised. E.H. 670 Personals 670 Personals 700 Birthdays 700 Birthdays 700 Birthdays 400 Apartments for Rent 410 Houses for Rent 455 Condominiums for Rent 670 Personals 670 Personals SELL IT NOW CALL Uxbridge 852-9141 or Ajax 683-0707 680 Announcements 680 Announcements 680 Announcements 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 com- pany name, address, phone number and contact name. Fax Ajax - 905-579-4218 or Uxbridge - 905-852-9341 LARGE AUCTION SALE Antiques, collectibles, & modern furnishings to be held at CLASSIQUE COUNTRY AUCTIONS Burnham St. N. of the 401 highway Cobourg On. on WED., FEB. 7/01 At 11 a.m. viewing from 9 a.m. day of sale. Partial contents of 2 Cobourg homes. 5 Franklin Mint scale Corvettes. 1,800’s Quebec plate cupboard, East Lake sideboard, small pine end table, John Dixon & Sons, powder flask, small pedestal table c/w drawer, dulcimer, rocking chairs, “T” back chairs, wicker chairs, wade tea fig, bridge lamp, table lamps, brass pcs, cast pcs., oil lamps, approx. 90 collector spoons, sterling dresser set, marble deco clock, old oval mirror, trunks, milk can, hanging cupboard, wicker picnic baskets, bear skin rug, oil & limited prints, wooded bowls, wooded breadboard, dresser top swing mirror, dresser boxes, large sea shells, bird bath, small writing desk, school desk, sofas, 2 filing cabinets, 2 desks, kitchen table, 2 benches c/w cast ends, bedroom suite, maple hutch & pedestal table & chairs, coffee & end tables, corner what not shelves, freezer, TV & stand, microwave, garden & yard tools, electric mower, large quantity of nails, shop tools, bench grinder, scroll saw, drills, skill saw, table saw, chain saw, wheelbarrow, extension ladder, lots of small glass, china, crystal, figurines. Owner auctioneer not responsible for loss injury or accident while attending. Sale conducted by Classique Country Auctions to consign or for more information please call 1-905-372-1225 or 1-888-633-1050. MIRACLE MAID 619-3500 • Regular or Occasional • Bonded, Insured • Gift Certificates • Great Rates • Payment Plans • Move In/Out • Materials & Equipment Supplied 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 Approved by phone EVERY DAY IS PAYDAY WHEN YOU NEED CASH! We hold your personal cheque ‘til payday NO CREDIT CHECKS! 310-CASH AJAX PICKERING OSHAWA You are a very special boy! Love Mama, Dada, Jesse & Maggie All your nanas, grandmas, grandpas, aunts, uncles and cousins! Happy 1st Birthday Christopher! PAYTON LYNNE O’CONNOR arrived safely on Sat Jan. 13 weighing 8lbs. 12 oz. Big Brothers Ryan & Randy and Mom & Dad Karen and Rory are thrilled to welcome their little angel MORTGAGE SPECIALIST PURCHASES - 1st to 95%, 1st & 2nds to 90% HOME OWNERS - debt consolidations to 100% Poor credit, no income verification - funds available with home equity. Consult an experienced broker instead of shopping. ASK FOR SYLVIA JULES (905) 686-2557, or evenings & weekends (905) 430-8429 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, FEBRUARY 2, 2001-PAGE 35 CLARK, Harold Matthews -Entered into rest to be with his wife Wilda Munro on Wednes- day, January 31, 2001 at the Lakeridge Health Centre, Uxbridge. In his 91st year. Harold beloved father of John and his wife Gayle, Brock and his wife Sharon, Elaine and her husband Paul Weaver and Hugh and his wife Margaret. Fondly remembered by his grandchildren Carolyn, Cheryl, Crystal, Lor- raine and fiance Marc LeGrand, Richard, Willa, Heather, Paula, Janet, Bradley and great grandson Dylan. Survived by his broth- ers Fred, Ken, Roy and Dave. Predeceased by Ellie, Ruth and Bruce. Resting at the LOW & LOW FUNERAL HOME, UXBRIDGE on Friday, February 2nd, 2001 from 7-9 p.m. and Satur- day from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service to be held in the chapel on Sunday, February 4th at 2:00 p.m. Spring Interment, Uxbridge Ce- metery. In Harold's memory, memorial dona- tions may be made to the Friends Quaker Meeting House or the Canadian Cancer Society (Ontario Division). LEASK, Sarah Elizabeth (Bessie) - Peaceful- ly, on Wednesday, January 31, 2001 at Versa Care Centre, Uxbridge. In her 87th year. Long time resident of Leaskdale. Bessie Kennedy beloved wife of the late George Cameron Leask. Dear mother of Barry and his wife Cheryl, Bill and his wife Pat, Helen and her husband Jim. Grandmother of Brenda, Cindy, Greg, Sarah, Michael and Stephen. Survived by her sisters Grace, Eleanor, Lila and Audrey. Resting at the LOW & LOW FUNERAL HOME, UXBRIDGE (23 Main Street S.) on Thursday, February 1st, 2001 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service to be held in the chapel on Friday at 1:00 p.m. Cremation to follow. In Bessie's Memory, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Uxbridge Cottage Hospital or the Leaskdale Presbyterian Church. 910 Deaths 910 Deaths 910 Deaths 910 Deaths Improvements800 Plumbing809 Painting & Decorating810 Moving & Storage815 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. Ask for Specials. House Cleaning835 AAMAZING CLEANING INC. Too busy? Too tired? or Just don't like cleaning? Bonded & Insured. 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Christie, Pastor (905) 686-7040 • (905) 434-2716 Church of God Sabbath Keeping Invites you to our Fellowship Service each Saturday Mclean Community Centre (on McGill) 12-5pm 1-416-736-1999 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. 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DOHC 16 valve, 150 horsepower engine, next generation air bags, 4 speed automatic, air conditioning, rear climate control outlets, overhead console, fog lamps, light group, power windows & locks, tilt steering, sunscreen deeptinted windows, CD player, sentry key engine immobilizer, 65/35 rear split seat, 120.2 cubic feet of space! 2001 CHRYSLER NEON “GTS” 2.0Litre, 16 valve, 132 horsepower engine, automatic, air conditioning, special badging, 15” cast alloy rims, 4 disc CD radio, rear spoiler, next generation air bags, tilt steering, tinted glass, intermittent wipers, sentry key immobilizer, pure fun to drive! STARTI N G F R O M $26,777 4. 8 % FI N A N C E A V A I L A B L E 48 M O T N H S Lea s e F r o m $36 8 +Ta x $37 9 2 Do w n Lease From $238 +Tax 36 Month Term $2530 Down EXT R E M E L Y COO L !0%FINANCE 48 MONTHS STAR TI N G FROM $25,2 8 8 ✔ 4 wheel anti-lock ✔ Removeable powered centre console ✔ New removable rear cargo organizer who DODGES let the out? CentralHOT RO D ✔ Tri-Zone temperature Control ✔ Built-in child seats ✔ Two-way obstacle detection on the power sliding doors who AUTHORIZED THIS! $18 , 3 9 9 LIMITED EDITION MODEL! BUYERS WANTED * Sale prices are plus freight, PDE, admin. fee and taxes extra. Retail delivery allowance is applied to sale prices. RDA cannot be applied with special low A.P.R. from Chrysler and Gold Key lease. 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. 0%0% Available Upgrades On 2001 Caravans Available Upgrades On 2001 Caravans A/P PAGE 36 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, February 2, 2001