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Home My WebLink AboutNA2001_04_06BY STEPHEN SHAW AND MIKE RUTA Staff Writers Two men arrested in connection with the shooting of an Ajax man at a pickup basketball game in Picker- ing were scheduled to appear at a bail hearing late yesterday, as the victim remained in hospital recover- ing from multiple gunshot wounds. The accused were arrested fol- lowing the shooting Tuesday night at Pine Ridge Secondary School and a subsequent police pursuit and crash that left a couple and their child slightly injured. Police said the 22-year-old Ajax man was hit “several” times by gunfire after try- ing to break up a fight between two other players. Police said a group of young men were playing a game of pickup basketball in the gymnasium at Pine Ridge Secondary School, at 2155 Liverpool Rd., when an altercation between two players broke out at 9:20 p.m. The victim was trying to break up the skirmish when a spec- tator opened fire. Durham Detective-Sergeant Peter Naumienko, in charge of 19 Division’s criminal investigations branch, said there were between 60 and 100 people in the gym at the time of the shooting, including spectators and players. “Once the shots were fired everyone kind of panicked and ran out,” he said. “We’ve already spo- ken to quite a few witnesses but we’re looking to talk to more.” The victim was rushed by ambu- lance to Sunnybrook Health Sci- ence Centre where he underwent surgery and was listed in serious but stable condition. The bullets struck vital organs, but he is expected to survive. Police were hoping to speak to him yesterday. A vehicle believed to be carrying three suspects fled the scene and was later spotted on Taunton Road, west of Altona Road, police said. With police in pursuit, the east- bound Pontiac Sunfire rear-ended another car carrying a couple and a child, forcing their vehicle into a guardrail. The occupants were treat- ed at hospital for minor injuries and released. “The suspect vehicle flipped over on its roof and the three occu- pants fled into the surrounding fields,” Durham Sergeant Jim Grim- ley, police spokesman, said. Police sealed off the area while Durham,York and Toronto uniform, tactical, emergency response and K- 9 units hunted for the suspects. PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER PICKERING’S COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER SINCE 1965 PRESSRUN 51,100 32 PAGES FRIDAY, APRIL 6, 2001 OPTIONAL 4 WEEK DELIVERY $6/ $1 NEWSSTAND WHERE TO FIND IT Editorial Page/6 Entertainment/22 Sports/24 Classified/26 GIVE US A CALL General/683-5110 Distribution/683-5117 General FAX/683-7363 Death Notices/683-3005 Sincerely Yours 1-800-662-8423 Email:steve.houston @durhamnews.net AtAGlance Car seat safety clinic runs Sunday PICKERING –– Parents can check on the safety of their child’s car seats at a clinic this weekend. 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GROEN/ News Advertiser photos Durham Regional Police offi- cers scour a field in north Pick- ering in search of evidence fol- lowing a shooting Tuesday night at Pine Ridge Secondary School. An Ajax man was struck several times and is in hospital recovering. At left, police units stand by at the Pickering high school as officers conduct their investigation inside the facility. Pickering likes planning, services role for GTSB BY SUSAN O’NEILL Staff Writer PICKERING —The City of Pickering believes the Greater Toronto Services Board (GTSB) should evolve into a co-ordinating authority that’s responsible for plan- ning and services, councillors voted Monday. Pickering councillors approved a motion Monday in a 4-3 vote to sup- port the creation of a planning and services board setup. Municipalities across the GTA are currently reviewing an 82-page report, ‘Getting Started’, which out- lines four possible models for the future structure of the board. The GTSB was set up by the Province in 1998 to oversee service delivery in the GTA and has focused primarily on transportation to this point. Prepared by Deloitte Consulting, the report meets a requirement of the GTSB Act that the board review its size and makeup before the end of 2000. Under the planning and services board model, the GTSB would de- velop a growth-management plan for the GTA to which municipal plans must conform. It would be empowered to set service levels, act as a borrowing agent for member municipalities and become involved in service delivery. Other options were a planning authority, a GTA council and a GTA ministry of the provincial govern- ment. “The GTA needs a means to do long-range strategic growth plan- ning,” Mayor Wayne Arthurs said, noting he envisions the board tack- ling issues like the Oak Ridges Moraine and watersheds. “We need See PROBE page 4 See PICKERING page 2 BY MARTIN DERBYSHIRE Staff Writer Ontario Liberal Leader Dalton McGuinty fired shots at the provincial government’s ed- ucational track record while laying out his own vision during a speech in Oshawa this week. “Ontario has had nearly six years of (Pre- mier Mike) Harris education reform and it’s not working,” said the Province’s opposition leader in a speech to the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce Tuesday night. “The government’s own tests show that half of our students are still failing to meet the basic stan- dard in reading, writing and math.” Mr. McGuinty also said one third of On- tario’s Grade 10 students are failing to meet the basic literacy standard, results he said are not nearly good enough. Outlining a plan to reduce class sizes, increase funding, and im- prove the quality of education in the province Mr. McGuinty pledged to take responsibility for Ontario’s education. “We’re going to do something no Ontario government has done before. We will set hard targets for improving our education system’s provincewide test results,” he said. “We’re going to take responsibility for improving ed- ucation.” His ideas include reducing class sizes down to 20 students for kids from junior kindergarten to Grade 3, allowing schools to be innovative and share their ideas, and using turnaround teams to improve the results in failing schools. “Excellence will be contagious and failure will be confronted,” he said. Mr. McGuinty also noted part of the prob- lem with the education system is the Province’s plan for continued tax cuts, which he called narrow and focused on the past. “Ontarians are smart, forward-looking people who know we need more than tax cuts,” he said. “I believe there is a better way to ensure Ontario prospers into the future and that’s to invest in education.” Taking away just one tenth of the $4.5 bil- lion the Province has proposed in tax cuts would fund his plan for education reform and improve the economy in the long term, Mr. McGuinty said. “We have to look beyond the next quarter, or even the next year, and take the long view,” he said. “Our children will be better off, and with a well-educated workforce so will places like Oshawa, big industries like the auto sec- tor, and the many small businesses that On- tario depends upon.” Bruce Reid, director of environmental at GM Canada, which sponsored the event, agreed with Mr. McGuinty’s sentiments. “Education and skills are the foundation for our success today and in the future,” he told the audience of about 150 just after Mr. McGuinty’s speech. P PAGE 2 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 6, 2001 Ontario Liberal leader gives Tories failing grade in education Dalton McGuinty outlines his vision for ‘excellence’ in speech to business leaders Pickering weighs in on shape of GTSB a structure and methodology to bring that together.” The mayor,who encouraged council- lors to “stay the course” and work with the GTSB to move forward, said he also believes the planning and services board option would be an enhancement of the inter-regional co-operation that current- ly exists on a variety of issues. But, Ward 1 Regional Councillor Maurice Brenner said giving the GTSB responsibility for planning and service delivery could have a “detrimental” ef- fect on Pickering. He believes if the board’s powers are increased in those areas, the City will be faced with a “further eroding of our abil- ity... to protect the residents of our com- munity.’He added, “our whole existence will be to support the lifeline to the City of Toronto... it will suck our municipali- ty dry.” Coun. Brenner also said he doesn’t support the recommendations approved by the GTSB’s strategic planning and review committee March 30. That committee believes the board’s role should be strengthened to include the mandated responsibility for growth management in the GTA and that the board should be responsible for allocat- ing funds provided by the federal and provincial governments for investments in transportation across the GTA. The committee also approved a motion that would enable the board to oversee ser- vice delivery in the GTA if member mu- nicipalities so desired. Ward 3 local Councillor David Pick- les, who voted against the motion, said he didn’t like any of the options present- ed in ‘Getting Started’. “A GTSB with greater powers will be telling us what needs to be in our Of- ficial Plan,” he said. PICKERING from page 1 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. 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The federal government gave the highway extension into Pickering the green light last April. The toll road is ex- pected to open sometime this fall. Members of environmen- tal groups argued the federal government’s decision to allow that portion of the ex- tension without referring the project to the federal environ- ment minister for an indepen- dent panel review was a mis- take. And, they want to ensure there is a greater opportunity for debate on the next phase of the highway, which they fear will lead to air and water pollution and urban sprawl. “We need a full federal EA and public hearing so we can arrive at a better balance in terms of our transportation (needs),” Mr. Robb said, maintaining “we need to shift our priorities to more public transit and less highways.” The Province announced at the end of February it is set to begin a needs study and environmental assessment on a Hwy. 407 extension through to Hwy. 35/115. The studies are expected to take between 12 and 14 months. The Province’s technically preferred route for the high- way at this point jogs both to the north and south of Hwy. 7 through Ajax, Whitby and Oshawa, then dips down to within about a mile of Taunton Road at Courtice Road. Mr. Robb reports the Province conducted a full EA for the Hwy. 407 east partial extension to Brock Road in Pickering but didn’t hold a public hearing on the expan- sion, adding, “We want to see a balanced outcome here.” He maintained the federal EA is necessary to ensure “better environmental protec- tion and public accountability and smart growth versus urban sprawl”. 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Janine Friday’s Carrier of the Week is Janine. Janine enjoys reading and computers. She will receive a dinner for 4 voucher compliments of McDonald’s. Congratulations Janine for being our Carrier of the Week. BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer PICKERING —It was busi- ness as usual Wednesday at Pine Ridge Secondary School, despite a shooting in the school’s gym less than 12 hours earlier. Students returned to classes, although Pine Ridge principal Sally McIlveen said the gym was closed while police completed their investigation. She was told police expected to leave the scene around noon. Ms. McIlveen said no Pine Ridge students were involved in the events of the previous evening. “We’re not (involved) in this incident except that it occurred in the school, after school hours, when another group was using the property,” said Ms. McIlveen in an interview Wednesday morning. “I’m hoping we’ll just get back to business as usual.” Outside the school early Wednesday morning, many stu- dents were concerned about the events of the night before. Terry Hussey, 15, said he was a little afraid to come to school. “It’s pretty screwed up,” he said. “You just (have to be) care- ful who you hang around.” Mr. Hussey wasn’t the only A/P PAGE 4 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 6, 2001 Probe continues into shooting A short time later, Durham Constable Dave Saliba and ca- nine partner Iron tracked down one suspect in a field on the south side of Taunton Road. Sgt. Grimley said the man tried to outrun the police dog and suf- fered bite wounds. He was treat- ed for minor injuries at hospital. Another suspect was arrested around 11 p.m. in the workshop of a Whitevale-area farmer. The farmer, who asked not to be identified, returned home and noticed his workshop door had been opened. Suspicious after seeing police using searchlights to comb the nearby fields, he re- leased his two dogs and they im- mediately ran to the workshop. “They knew something was up, they went right out after him,” the man said in an inter- view. “As soon as they got in there they were barking and growling. That’s when (some- one) yelled out, ‘call off your dogs’.” The Pickering resident re- trieved his dogs and, keeping an eye on the workshop door, called 911. He said emergency re- sponse arrived within two min- utes. The York Region police he- licopter assisted in the search, but could not locate the third sus- pect. Police say they recovered a handgun near the scene of the collision. Meanwhile, a second vehicle spotted leaving the school following the shooting was followed by a Durham patrol sergeant to Scarborough, where it was stopped on Lawrence Av- enue with help from Toronto of- ficers. The three occupants of that car were questioned by po- lice and are considered witness- es. The gym is rented every Tues- day night by the City of Picker- ing for a youth drop-in program, said the City’s chief administra- tive officer, Tom Quinn. He said “young adults” around 20 years of age take part and usually play basketball. Police say they are not aware of a motive for the shooting and would not say whether the shoot- ing was targeted or random. Marlon Maragh, 21, and Tyshan Riley, 18, both of Scar- borough, are charged with pos- session of an unregistered re- stricted weapon and possession of a firearm in a motor vehicle. Mr. Maragh is also charged with dangerous driving causing bodi- ly harm, flight from police caus- ing bodily harm and fail to re- main at an accident. Mr. Riley is also charged with breach of pro- bation and two counts of breach of recognizance. The investiga- tion is continuing. one concerned. “I was just kind of scared to come to school,” said Ashley McIver, a Grade 9 student. She added she thinks it’s possible something simi- lar could happen again. Iain Anderson, also in Grade 9, heard about the shooting from his father Wednesday morning before he arrived at school. Jesse Aliferis was one of many stu- dents who learned about the shooting after arriving at school. The 15-year-old said another student told him about the incident, but it didn’t seem to faze him. “It’s the same as every other day ex- cept someone got hurt last night,” he said. — with files from Dawn De Souza Pine Ridge students get back to business day after shooting PROBE from page 1 The Area’s ONLY Full Line LA-Z-BOY Dealer 1-800-642-4561 (905) 723-5211 900 Champlain Avenue PLEASE TAKE A SEATPLEASE TAKE A SEAT SPECIAL PURCHASE Reg. $73999 Now Only 90 DAYS NO INTEREST NO PAYMENTS NO ADMIN FEE O.A.C $44999$44999 The recent murder of a Pickering mother and daughter points to the need for more education and aware- ness of the violence against women. “Violence against women and children is an issue that requires urgent attention in this community,” said Esther Eny- olu, executive di- rector at the Women’s Rights Action Coalition of Durham (WRAC), in a re- lease. “We need action now. We need to see less violence in this community, espe- cially violence di- rected to women and children.” Marcia Har- mon, 42, and Danielle, six, were murdered in their Lydia Cres- cent home in Pickering on March 26. The husband and fa- ther of the vic- tims, Mont- gomery Harmon, died in hospital shortly after being charged with the murders. He was admitted to hospi- tal after an appar- ent suicide at- tempt by drug overdose. Funeral ser- vices for Ms. Har- mon and Danielle are being held today, April 6 at the Carruthers Creek Communi- ty Church in Ajax. “It is time for the community to recognize that the elimination of vi- olence is crucial and the best way to start is through a public educa- tion and aware- ness campaign.” Ms. Enyolu said. Ms. Harmon is the third Picker- ing woman mur- dered in the last year. In all three cases, the women’s hus- bands are suspect- ed. Hemoutie Raghunauth was poisoned and her husband has been charged in the death. A prelimi- nary hearing is scheduled for later this year. Shortly after- wards, Gillian Hadley was mur- dered by her es- tranged husband, Ralph, who then committed sui- cide. WRAC organized the Communi- ty Consultations on the Crime of Domestic Violence conference last month and the purpose was to strategize on how various sections of the community can work togeth- er to stop domestic violence. “This is a task for all who live in Durham Region, particularly Ajax and Pickering,” Ms. Enyolu said, adding everyone, including politi- cians and law enforcement agen- cies, have to find solutions. “Togeth- er, we can make a difference by end- ing violence against women and children in this community.” For more information, call WRAC at 905-427-7849. You can also call the Rubena Willis Coun- selling Centre at 905-428-6635. 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L1S 2H5 Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 1332791 The News Advertiser is one of the Metroland Printing, Publishing and Distributing group of newspapers. The News Advertiser is a member of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Trade, Ontario Community Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Com- munity Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Circu- lations Audit Board and the Ontario Press Council. The publisher reserves the right to classify or refuse any advertisement. Credit for advertisement limited to space price error occu- pies. Editorial and Adver- tising content of the News Advertiser is copyrighted. Unauthorized reproduc- tion is prohibited. Editorial &OPINIONS news advertiser April 6, 2001 Kids and teachers the losers in extracurriculars battle To the editor: Apathetic! That’s what parents are when it comes to their teenage kids. Most parents aren’t even aware Durham high schools are en- tering their third year without ex- tracurricular activities. Many could care less if teachers withheld their services for another 10 years. This is a big mistake the teach- ers’ union have made in choosing this form of protest. The majority of parents don’t even know what the heck the issue was or is. In the end, our schools suffer a slow death of morale and our teachers become more and more disillusioned and disgruntled. People are always quick to criti- cize this generation as lazy video addicts, meanwhile the rug is being pulled out from under them and the lost morale of our schools may never return. When all is said and done it is the kids and those enthu- siastic, dedicated teachers who suf- fer. If the teachers have been done wrong, let’s see a real sharing of the facts in the pages of this paper and then let’s get some good, old-fash- ioned public protest going. At one time this was called community ac- tion — not to be confused with the word apathy. Mike Newman, Pickering Health plan a small price to pay To the editor: Re: ‘Funding plan for hospitals pitched,’April 1. Durham Chairman Roger An- derson seeks $11 to $15 per household per year for capital expansion for area hospitals and he meets resistance? That’s about the transporta- tion cost of one round-trip GO Train ticket for chemotherapy in Toronto... or if you decide to drive to Princess Margaret, a parking bill pushing $25 per visit. It really is a no-brainer. Mr. Anderson is welcome to my money for this exceptionally worthy cause. Mike Holden, Ajax It was only a trial run, but if the numbers remain consistent, Durham’s public high school students appear ready to take on the Province-mandat- ed literacy test. Public board students fared six per cent above the provincial average among all Grade 10 students in On- tario; three per cent above the provin- cial average for only those students who took the test. The hard numbers show 71 per cent of students who took last fall’s test passed, beating the 68 per cent provincial average. The numbers suggest most Durham Grade 10 students are prepared to meet the provincial standards. Beginning this fall, all Grade 10 pupils must take the test and pass in order to graduate from high school. Should a student fail the first time out, he can retake the test each year until he passes. The highlight for Durham educators was the tremendous performance at Cartwright High School in Blackstock which saw 86 per cent of those who tested pass. Sinclair in Whitby also boasted ‘A’ results with an 84-per cent pass rate. Many other schools beat the provincial averages including Dunbar- ton in Pickering and Ajax High School. The results of this test provide us with a baseline by which to measure student progress and more importantly, to plot remedial measures. In one case that means three-quarters of the student population. That’s a big job and it will fall largely upon the shoulders of edu- cators who see the students every day in the classroom. But when the bell rings, parents become the teacher and their participation in the remedial process is imperative. Board superintendent Bev Freed- man has indicated remedial measures will be ready in June for all students. So those Grade 9s who are struggling with English this year should have a running start on being prepared for next fall’s test. And future programs will offer a non-credit Grade 11 Eng- lish remedial course which will help prepare first-time test failures for their retake the following year. But there is no overnight cure. Next year’s marks may show only marginal improvement but if a solid plan is put in place — involving educators, stu- dents and parents — it will form the foundation for success. No one enjoys a test, particularly one that could well determine your fu- ture, but it is incredibly unfair to grad- uate illiterate students from high school. The literacy test pass is one way of ensuring students are ready for the challenges they’ll face in post-sec- ondary education and beyond. We know where we stand and where we want to go. Now it’s a matter of plotting the course. 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. EDITORIAL LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Durham students lead the way in literacy But numbers show schools, parents and students still have a ways to go When I was a boy attending school in Brighton, England, I was always the last one to be picked for a football team. You know the setup; the two best players get to pick their teams from the hopeful and the hopeless at the same time. I was always the one to stand still when I should be running hard, or the one who dropped the ball when I should have caught it. Those who picked the teams were woefully aware of all my shortcomings. But to always be a loser was for me the ultimate shame for any boy. To be the one never picked first or second but last was my ultimate bewil- dering destiny, or so it appeared. I sensed then this pattern of early boy- hood would follow me along life’s way. Some boys are born to be athlet- ic, others are smart or have rich par- ents. None of these attributes came my way through the passing of genes or anything else for that matter. I some- how knew I would live a rather small, uneventful life and I eventually accept- ed my lot. This year I attended my old school class’s 65th reunion to find there weren’t many of us left. I was able to meet up once again with some of the boys who didn’t pick me for their team. I also got to meet up with some of the boys who had rich parents, and those who had been handsome and smart at the time and those who were very athletic. In talking with them I came to realize my ultimate shame as a boy, of always being a loser, had in fact turned out to be anything but that. One of the boys who always got to pick the team because of his athletic prowess was confined to a wheelchair. He told me he was unable to use his legs and had been wheelchair-bound for 10 years. One of the rich boys had suffered dreadfully through his gambling fa- ther, ending up divorced and living alone. One that had been very hand- some was no longer very handsome. He had struggled through three broken marriages and was now without any contact with his four children. He too was living alone. On my way back to Canada I thought about how much the hand of fate plays in all our lives. Just when you feel fate has dealt you a rough hand opportunity comes along, some- times almost a lifetime later, for you to turn and say, “I wouldn’t have changed anything.” In my own case, my school reunion made me feel grateful for everything. E-mail your comments on this opin- ion to steve.houston@durhamnews.net. Time has a way of changing perceptions School reunion proves it’s the end product that matters most Gord Mills Opinion Shaper NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 6, 2001 PAGE 7 A/P Just the fax: 683-7363 BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer Public school board chairman Elizabeth Roy is concerned that new provincial regulations on the compo- sition of school councils may ex- clude many members, leaving no one to fill their shoes. The Whitby trustee at Monday night’s board meeting noted that starting in September, anyone paid for services at a school, such as lunchroom supervisors, cannot serve on that school’s council. Trustee Roy in an interview said an entire school council in north Durham would be ineligible to serve and at a few Whitby schools, half the SCC would be out of luck. “I would say 50 per cent of board schools are affected,” she said. Trustee Roy successfully mo- tioned that the Ontario Public School Boards’ Association, at its annual meeting in June, support the board in calling for lunchroom su- pervisors to be excluded from the regulation. She said in some areas, unlike Durham, lunchroom supervisors are not paid and wondered if the Province recognized the distinction. “The composition (of SCCs) is very clearly spelled out,” said Scu- gog Trustee Martin Demmers. “I don’t know if it’s wise of us through OPSBA to lobby for a change.” But Oshawa Trustee Kathleen Hopper noted “lots of SCCs are hav- ing a problem because the definition is so narrow now.” The board also passed a motion from Brock- Uxbridge Trustee Nancy Loraine, to be considered by OPSBA, which would permit retired teachers to fill in at schools more often when there is a teacher shortage. Under new school coun- cil regulations released by the Education Ministry in December, school board employees cannot serve on school community councils at the school in which they work. As well, trustees will no longer be able to serve on a council in the board where they are a trustee. 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BY SUSAN O’NEILL Staff Writer Taking the time to separate your kitchen waste from the rest of your garbage can have a huge impact on the amount of trash you leave at the curb each week. That’s what Courtice resident Tim Kellar discovered last year as he participated in the Region’s vol- unteer food and yard waste pilot program in the Municipality of Clarington. From May 1 to Dec. 18, Mr. Kellar and hundreds of other Courtice residents separated their organic kitchen waste from the rest of their garbage in an effort to divert waste from landfill. “It made sense, plain and sim- ple,” Mr. Kellar said, noting his par- ticipation in the project was the first time his family had participated in a composting program. “I noticed that separating the food from the rest of the garbage reduced the amount going into the non-compostable stuff,” said Mr. Kellar, who describes himself as an avid recycler. And, even though the pilot pro- ject ended last December, he’s still separating his food scraps from the rest of the family’s trash. “We’re still in the habit of doing it,” he said, noting he was “disap- pointed when the project ended.” While Mr. Kellar was keen to participate in the pilot project, how- ever, only 23 per cent of the 1,400 homes targeted took part in the composting program. Mr. Kellar believes that number could increase if people had a bet- ter understanding of the “negative results” of sending garbage to land- fill. There needs to be a greater sense of community awareness about “the consequences down the road,” he said, noting municipali- ties will eventually run out of land- fill space. Ensuring grass clippings, veg- etable scraps and leaves don’t end up at a landfill site is the ultimate goal of the Region’s composting program as Durham officials look to expand the collection of organics across the eight municipalities here. Durham currently operates a leaf and yard waste composting program and encourages residents to get involved in the process by buying their own backyard com- posters. “Currently the leaf and yard waste is collected by the local mu- nicipalities and the Region is re- sponsible for ensuring it is processed centrally,” said Durham’s recycling manager Sue Campbell, noting each municipality is respon- sible for setting their own pickup schedules and determining the ma- terials they collect. “Some collect grass and some don’t,” she said, adding once the materials have been picked up they’re delivered to a centralized composting facility in Oshawa and then shipped to a site in the Niagara Region where the processing is completed. Officials, however, are keen to do more. The Region has devel- oped its ‘2001 Action Plan’ to di- vert waste from landfill, which cov- ers several initiatives, including se- curing a new garbage disposal site, reducing the amount of garbage going to landfill, increasing blue box recycling, examining the devel- opment of an energy recovery facil- ity and increasing organics’ com- posting. On the composting front, the plan calls for Durham to consider increasing promotion of compost- ing; requiring yard waste in paper bags, not plastic; making yard waste composting mandatory; ban- ning yard waste materials from the garbage; banning grass clippings from the garbage; establishing a common level of service; and initi- ating a weekly residential food, yard waste and brush composting service that would begin in the fall of 2001 and be phased in across the Region starting with built-up areas. “The Region would like to im- plement a curbside organics’ com- posting program,” said Peter Wat- son, manager of waste for Durham Region, adding he’s hopeful Durham can partner with interested municipalities in an effort to divert more waste from landfill. He explained once the Region has approved the works department budget for 2001, staff will be in a “position to initiate further action... this is the first step.” Mr. Watson also said the Region is examining other opportunities. “The first thing we have to do is get our budget and financing issues approved by council before we can move on to the other elements like weekly bag limits, user fees and mandatory recycling and compost- ing,” he said. On the composting front, the works committee is proposing a “weekly organics’ program to col- lect household organics such as food and kitchen scraps,” Mr. Wat- son reported. “We’d have to phase this in over a period of time,” he said, noting the process would re- quire “significant” advertising and promotion as well as changes to the way local municipalities collect waste... it will take a bit of time to unfold... that’s the direction.” In the meantime, however, resi- dents can do several things “as we move into spring and the tradition- al growing season,” Mr. Watson said. “Residents could really help our waste management system if they would just leave the grass clippings on their lawn,” he said, explaining if the grass is cut when it’s dry and more frequently, then “the best part of the grass falls back onto the lawn” and acts as a fertilizer. “That’s one area where residents can really make a big impact,” he said, adding not every municipality collects grass. The second area residents should be thinking about is devel- oping a backyard composter. “They can divert an enormous amount of waste particularly from the kitchen,” he said, noting “com- posters are basically a very simple device.” A composter is essentially green waste mixed with fruits and vegeta- bles, he explained. “They require a little bit of work,” he said, adding composters require air and moisture so they need to be turned and watered. “Once a year the compost can be emptied and that fine soil material can be put back on the garden for reuse,” he said. Meanwhile, Susan Antler, exec- utive director of the Composting Council of Canada (CCC), reported the industry is continuing to grow. The CCC conducts a biannual survey of the centralized compost- ing operations in Canada. And, ac- cording to 1998 statistics, the latest figures available, there are 344 fa- cilities across the country, up from 252 in 1996. The survey also indi- cates the facilities processed 1.65- million tonnes of organic materials in 1998, an increase of about 197,000 tonnes over 1996. “The Canadian composting in- dustry continues to grow stronger,” Ms. Antler said in an article ‘Com- posting Grows Stronger’. “More communities and enterprises are re- alizing that organic materials should be treated as resources rather than waste, providing the raw materials for the composting process.” Ms. Antler also noted, “Com- posting is no longer a small-town phenomenon. Cities like Guelph and Halifax are proving that com- posting can happen anywhere the political will and municipal effort is available. It is imperative that ‘Big Citied Canada’ come to the party, making a concerted effort to maxi- mize the recovery of organics through composting.” Durham resident Tim Kellar took part in a pilot program last year when a group of residents in Clarington agreed to separate organic kitchen waste from the rest of their household garbage. He noticed a significant difference in the amount of garbage sent to landfills. The pilot project is over, but his family continues to separate its waste. Separation anxiety More and more Durham residents are realizing benefits of sorting their waste Durham residents who don’t have a composter can put the material out for collection. The materials, accepted under the Region’s current com- posting program, include leaves, branches, plants, pine needles, weeds, plant trimmings, flowers and grass clippings depending upon the municipality. The Region reminds resi- dents to tie brush and branches in bundles less than one metre in length. All other materials must be placed at the curb in clear plastic bags. Pickup schedules vary by municipality. The Region does not accept pumpkins, stumps, fruit, rocks and boulders, earth and sod or vegetables. However, residents can com- post themselves by either buying a backyard composter or simply building a pile on the ground.The compost produced is an excel- lent soil conditioner or mulch, the Region notes. For more information on how to compost, how to build a com- poster or locations where com- posters can be purchased, call the Region’s works department at 905-579-5264. No composter? You still have options... Free compost! Durham residents are invit- ed to celebrate International Composting Awareness Week by picking up free compost dur- ing a giveaway being hosted by the Region’s works department in Ajax. 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To view call Mona Young*, 905-619-9500 or see you at the open house. MONA YOUNG* 831-9500 Sutton Group - Heritage Realty Inc. 619-9500 $13 9, 9 0 0 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 6, 2001 PAGE 11 A/P FRIDAY, APRIL 6 ATHLETIC BANQUET:The 31st annual Durham College athletic ban- quet takes place at the Oshawa cam- pus in the main cafeteria. Cocktails at 5:30, dinner at 6 and the awards presentation starts at 7 p.m. The semi-formal is followed by a 9:30 p.m. pub event at E.P. Taylor’s. Tick- ets are $20 each for guests and avail- able at the Durham College Student Association tuck shop. SENIORS:The Ajax Friendship Club for Seniors plays shuffleboard every Friday at 9:30 a.m. at 46 Ex- eter Rd., Ajax. It’s open to all se- niors. Beginners and experienced players welcome. 428-8297 (Ed). SATURDAY, APRIL 7 OLIVE BRANCH OF HOPE:The Olive Branch of Hope will be hold- ing a support group meeting at 10:30 a.m. at 550 Kingston Rd. Pickering. There will be a short ministry launch service and lunch at noon while a di- etitian speaks. A donation of $10 will aid families who are currently experiencing financial difficulties dealing with the disease and a por- tion will go to the Cancer Society. For more information, contact 837- 7791 or 731-1813. SUNDAY, APRIL 8 SPRING CELEBRATION:The Ajax Public Library invites families to join in a Spring Celebration at the main branch between 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. Explore the season with a vari- ety of stories, crafts and activities. This is a free drop-in program. Space is limited by room capacity. For more information call Sarah Dodge at 428-3564. DIABETES:The Durham Region branch of the Canadian Diabetes As- sociation holds a Newfoundland and Country Music benefit from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Annandale Golf and Curl- ing Club, Church and Bayly sts, Ajax. Tickets are $6 and available at the door. 436-6648, 426-5522. MONDAY, APRIL 9 BREASTFEEDING:The Ajax- Pickering La Leche League at 7:30 p.m. in the resource room of the Ajax YMCA, 230 Westney Rd. S. at Bayly Street, at 7:30 p.m. All preg- nant and breastfeeding moms are welcome. Call 683-7547 (Yvette), 427-8063 (Donna). ARTHRITIS:The Arthritis Society is holding a public forum for anyone who has concerns or questions about Arthritis. Rheumatologist Dr. Ian Sutherland will be on hand. The meeting is at the St. Mary of the People Church Hall, 532 Stevenson Rd. North, Oshawa at 7:30 p.m. For more information contact Else Schillings, 905-655-3898 or the Arthritis Society at 905-434-7221 or 1-888-765-0005. BILLBOARD APRIL 6, 2001 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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A/P PAGE 12 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 6, 2001 BY LUKE GREGOIRE Special to the News Advertiser PICKERING ––Local res- idents will have a permanent history lesson on display along the waterfront, thanks to the ef- forts of a local man and some students. Pickering resident Dorsey James has been working with students from Dunbarton High School to create sculptures along the ‘Millennium Trail’ on the waterfront. The first 14 pieces of work were installed last November. Mr. James came up with the idea years ago when he discov- ered some old used hydro poles while travelling up north. The Markham high school art teacher thought they would make great sculptures. So, when he heard Picker- ing council was looking for ideas for the waterfront, Mr. James thought his sculptures would be perfect and proposed the idea. “At first the (City) laughed at my idea, but once I wrote up a proposal, the (City) council then agreed to the plan and al- lowed myself and others to start,” commented Mr. James. The first 14 carvings took about four months to complete and are constructed out of five hydro poles and nine dead or diseased portions of trees. “I decided to call the sculp- tures kijimba kind because of the significance of the words. Kijimba is an African word that means spirit and the word kind is a German word and refers to a type, like mankind. I have taken words from these cultural and racial extremes in an effort to reflect all races, as black and white incorporates all colours and values,” said Mr. James. The work also tells the story of historical figures and myths. Several sculptures are of rare animals that can mean many different things to different cultures. There is also a three- faced piece that symbolizes past, present and future, and an enchanted forest that includes a sculpture of Merlin the fa- mous magician and his assis- tant. A number of local compa- nies have donated tools and supplies to the project over the last year. Mr. James added re- action from the community has been positive towards the work. He and about 15 students from Dunbarton are currently working on the next set of sculptures, as they have re- ceived 20 more hydro poles. RON PIETRONIRO/ News Advertiser photo Dunbarton High School student George Tourios works on one of the totem sculptures being created for Pickering’s Mil- lennium Trail. Hydro poles are carved into different visual creations and are being installed along the waterfront. Pickering artist, students carve their way along Millennium Trail La Leche League meets Monday in Ajax AJAX ––The Ajax-Pickering La Leche League meets Monday, April 9 at 7:30 p.m. in the resource room of the Ajax YMCA, 230 Westney Rd. S. at Bayly Street, at 7:30 p.m. All pregnant and breastfeeding moms are welcome. Call 683-7547 (Yvette), 427-8063 (Donna) for more information. Seniors enjoy Strawberries for Breakfast The Durham Chapter of the Geron- tological Nursing Association (GNA) is serving Strawberries for Breakfast at its spring educational dinner meeting. Jayne Harvey, a registered nurse, is the guest speaker at the April 17 meet- ing and her topic is ‘Strawberries for Breakfast’, which encourages people caring for seniors to become identity- focused with their approaches and in- terventions. The evening runs from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Waterfront Restaurant, 590 Liver- pool Rd. S., in Pickering. The cost for GNA members is $25 or $30 for non- GNA members. 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That’s an 11.2-per cent decrease from March 2000. “March results reflect the tremendous challenges that exist in the auto industry today as all manufacturers fight for market share,” said marketing vice-president Dick Conlin. “The March figures keep us on track for sound results in 2001. Industry forecasts continue at above-average levels and we re- main confident 2001 will be the industry’s third-best year in the past 10.” He added high-end vehicles, such as the Cadillac Eldorado, Oldsmobile Aurora, Chev Tahoe and GMC Yukon, made strong gains last month. The entire auto industry is experiencing a sales slump that originated in the United States. GM of Canada workers have been hit with periodic layoffs and a ban on scheduled overtime since the start of the year. Last month, car sales dropped 14.5 per cent while truck sales were down 7.3 per cent. In the first two months of this year, sales are down 5.7 per cent to 98,742 units over the same period in 2000. Celebrate Easter with fund-raising eggs There’s still time to buy a paper egg and help raise money and awareness for children and young adults with physical dis- abilities. The Easter Seal Society is selling the $2 eggs at stores across Ontario. Among the Pick- ering locations, residents can pick up eggs at Canadian Tire on Pickering Parkway, Jumbo Video on Kingston Road and P.J.’s Pets in the Pickering Town Centre. In Ajax, residents can find their eggs at the Canadian Tire on Kingston Road, at both the Harwood Avenue and Westney Heights Plaza locations of the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce and at the Parkview IGA on Westney Road South. The Easter Seal Society has been working to provide services and programs for families since 1922. Eggs will be available until April 15. MON.-FRI. 8 A.M. - 9 P.M. SAT. 8 A.M. - 6 P.M. SUN. 10 A.M. - 5 P.M. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY - JUST FILL IN BALLOT AND TURN IN AT REGISTER BY 5 P.M. 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We’re guaranteeing a win Opening Night. If we don’t win, and you’re there, you get another ticket of equal value to the game of your choice in April or May, absolutely free (subject to availability). And the extra value doesn’t stop there. A First Day Cover, 25th Season Commemorative Stamp from Canada Post, to the first 25,000 fans through the gates on Opening Night. You could win a trip for four to Florida, courtesy of the Toronto Blue Jays, St. Petersburg/ Clearwater Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Canada 3000. Prizes and giveaways all week long. And something else that’s guaranteed. More great moments in baseball. $1 hot dogs $1Coca-Cola!*† Opening Night only, while quantities last. *Any 16 oz. fountain product.. 2 for 1. Or maybe3. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 6, 2001 PAGE 15 A/P Travel &TOURISM NEWS ADVERTISER april 6, 2001 Rollin’on the river in old-fashioned style BY JANE STOKES Special to the News Advertiser The sun may appear to set in the east — until you realize that in the lower Mississippi there are so many hairpin twists and turns you often go south to go north. And that’s OK, because the longer it takes, the longer you stay. Seeing the central and southern states by river is addic- tive. Seven-day trips like this the one from New Orleans to Mem- phis is mile after wilderness mile of nature-laced serenity. And yet, aboard the American Queen, a vessel that is considered the most elaborate paddlewheeler in the world today, there are plen- ty of distractions when you want them. In fact, it seems the more river lore one gets here, the more one wants. The more we envision life in the deep south of the 19th centu- ry — where cotton and sugar cane wealth was virtually wiped out due to the Civil War — the better we can fit the pieces of our own frontier history. The Mississippi paddlewheel- ers of today deliver this experi- ence front row centre — and in enviable style and luxurious com- fort thanks to the river expertise of the Delta Queen Steamboat Company. Three steam-driven vessels — the original 1926 Delta Queen, plus the Mississippi Queen and the American Queen — ply the waters from New Orleans all the way to Minneapolis/St. Paul, then across the heartland from Tulsa, to Louisville to Cincinnati and back. This represents the linking of several rivers that can be divided into a number of different trips. Our 634-mile trip from New Orleans to Memphis was onboard the newest paddlewheeler, the 436-passenger American Queen. Mark Twain himself would have heartily approved our vessel’s multi-tiered decks, all dressed up in gingerbread and fancy fret- work. They are “just like a wedding cake,” he’d say, “without the complications”. Inside too, the riverboat de- signers have carefully combined a touch of opulence and grandeur, with comfort and relaxation. Fine dining is served in the ballroom alongside a grand piano, plus floor-to-ceiling win- dows adorned with brocade and lace and illuminated softly by several enormous crystal chande- liers. Everywhere the riverboat is in period design, including the front porch, with its swings and rock- ing chairs to private staterooms with grand, double-door en- trances, Victorian floral fabrics, matching wallpaper and Tiffany lamps. River cruising this way is every bit five-star luxury. The complex navigation of the Mississippi River is evident in Mark Twain’s classic ‘Life on the Mississippi’. He was still Samuel Long- horne Clemens when he took to the river to become a riverboat pilot and was aghast when his teacher explained that once he had succeeded in memorizing every detail of the 1,200 miles between St. Louis and New Or- leans, he would have to learn it all over again, every 24 hours, in a different way. Therefore, to young pilot Clemens, the most important communications were with his watchmen and engineers who had to continuously mark and moni- tor water depths. They called out their readings in fractions-of-fathoms — which, as it turns out must have been music to his ears: Mark one! Mark three! Quarter less three! Mark twain! Quarter less three! Quarter less twain! Mark two!... Mark twain! –– News Canada Opulence marks the new pad- dlewheelers that ply the Missis- sipp River. READ IT IN TODAY’S PAPER! CANADA’S LOWEST PRICES! BAD BOY’S ON FURNITURE APPLIANCES & ELECTRONICS! 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. community will support what Easter Seals dollars are doing for Easter Seal Kids. Easter Seals revenues are shared between local Rotary Clubs and the provincial branch of the Canadian Rehabilitation Council for the Disabled. In the way, the money is spent directly in the local community where it is raised, and in support of the provincial activities of Easter Seal March of Dimes which also benefit the local community in the end. HOW TO ENTER: Draw a picture of “WHAT EASTER MEANS TO ME” - it can be bunnies and eggs, a family dinner, a religious drawing... whatever you like! Use your imagination and use lots of colour! Open to ages 2-14 yrs. Metroland employers and their families are not eligible to win. PRIZES:WIN passes to AMC Theatres! WIN Dairy Queen Certificates! Send your entry and this ballot to: EASTER DRAWING CONTEST c/o Lisa Preston P.O. Box 481 865 Farewell St. Oshawa, Ontario L1H 7L5 NAME: ADDRESS: PHONE: AGE: HEY KIDS!E A S T E R DRAWING CONTESTThe Easter Seal Story The idea of using a seal to raise funds for charity was conceived in 1903. It was in 1922 when Easter Seals was initially formed by 10 Rotary Clubs; the Easter Seals enfranchised members have continued to work at the grass-roots level across the country to elicit the on-going participation of millions of individuals to help make a difference in the lives of children with disabilities. The first Easter Seal appeared in 1934. The suggestion of the use of the seal at Easter time was that the theme of Easter and the physically disabled harmonized. Easter, of course, means Resurrection and New Life, and the rehabilitation of youngsters with physical disabilities means new life and activity-physically, mentally and spiritually. The seal itself is a symbol showing support for children with physical disabilities. There is no monetary value placed on a sheet of Easter Seals, only the hope that the people of the HELP RAISE AWARENESS OF THIS WORTHY CAUSE AND HELP OUR WORLD BECOME A BETTER PLACE FOR ALL PEOPLE! HELP RAISE AWARENESS OF THIS WORTHY CAUSE AND HELP OUR WORLD BECOME A BETTER PLACE FOR ALL PEOPLE! AJAX & PICKERING 905-831-4643 Franchise information 1-800-208-3826 $70.00 /per month Program Aligned to Ontario Math Curriculum Business Partner Service Authorized DEPOT CENTRE 1550 Bayly St., Unit 16A (Side Door) Pickering, Ontario L1W 3W1 (905) 420-4860 Computer Sales & Service Authorized Warranty & Service Centre DURHAM ELDER ABUSE COALITION If someone you trust is causing you harm or harm to someone you know, talk confidentially to people who can help: Distress Centre (24 hours) 905•433•1121 or 1•800•452•0688 Durham Regional Police 905•579•1520 Durham Community Legal Clinic 905•728•7323 Mobile Crisis 1•800•742•1890 For further information contact the Whitby Seniors’ Activity Centre 905•668•1424 Borrow up to Borrow up to $500$500 until payday!until payday! Bad Credit? No Credit? No Problem! Payday advances, disabilities & pensions $$$$$ Ca$hier Inc. $$$$$ 619-2298 62 Harwood Ave., Unit #2, Ajax (upstairs, shared entrance with Wimpy’s Diner) $$ $$ A/P PAGE 16 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, April 6, 2001 TheGreatEscape www.wilmot creek.on.ca ADULT LIFESTYLE COMMUNITYThe A NAUTILUS WITH A FLORIDA ROOM Only 2 years old. This lovely home features an open con- cept design with washed oak cabinetry and neutral tones. Other features include: large master bedroom, galley kitchen, 1-4 pc. bathroom, Florida room with walkout to patio, forced air gas heating. A NORFOLK 2 HOME Featuring two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Just a short walk to the Wheelhouse, walking trail and golf course. Galley kitchen, large living room with gas fireplace, sep- arate dining room, Florida room, spacious master bed- room. A NORFOLK II Nice location backing to the golf course. Bay window and gas fireplace in the living room, and French doors to the Florida room. Fridge & stove in the galley kitchen. Spacious master bdrm. with ensuite 3 pc. bath. Screened in deck approx. 14 x 16. THE LAKEVIEW MODEL The Lakeview Model, a rare specimen, and only 5 years new! Forced air gas heated. Kitchen with breakfast area, spacious master bdrm., wall to wall closets, good size den or second bed- room, 4 pc. main bathroom, solar tube, French door walkout to 10x18’ deck. Escape the high cost of housing with a pre-owned home at Wilmot Creek. Marvelously appointed, and beautifully maintained, these homes are ideal for those looking for an excit- ing, yet economical, lifestyle change. Come see why over 1,200 folks have chosen to run away to this lovely, gated village just 35 minutes east of Toronto. At Wilmot Creek you’ll find a community-wide system of recreational facilities that makes it a great place to live. There’s our 28,000 square foot recreation centre that’s crammed full of activities. You can swim, play tennis or tee it up at our own executive 9-hole golf course. Or just head for the lake and relax. Pre-owned homes are priced from $59,900. Call 1-800-994-5668(1-800-9WILMOT)or (905) 697-5806 today! Open daily 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. Closed Fridays. We’re just 35 minutes east of Toronto, minutes from the charming town of Bowmanville. Prices and specifications are subject to change without notice. E & O.E. The Canadian Cancer Society is launching its annual fund-raising campaign and while thousands of volunteers will take to the streets, more are need- ed. Volunteers are going door to door trying to raise money for the cancer society. “Together let’s make cancer history,” said Lynn Nazarko, unit manager of Durham West. “If everyone volunteered a few extra hours in April, we could make our door-to-door campaign a success.” The money raised will go towards the Ajax, Pickering and Whitby support programs and re- search projects through the National Cancer Insti- tute of Canada. Some of the programs offered by the society in- clude a volunteer driving program, where volun- teers drive cancer patients to and from doctor and treatment appointments, and a one-on-one visita- tion program for breast cancer patients. “We could not be able to offer these communi- ty services or fund research without the generous support of our volunteers and donors,” said Ms. Nazarko. The society’s goal this year is to raise $246,000. Canadian Cancer Society volunteers canvass their own neighbourhoods and offer tax re- ceipts to donors. For more information, call 905-686-1516. You can help save a life and all you have to do is walk. The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada is holding its annual Super Cities Walk for MS in communities all over Canada, including one for Ajax and Pickering res- idents. The walk takes place on April 22 starting at Picker- ing High School in Ajax, and volunteers are needed. Volunteers will set up for the walk the day before, work at check points during the walk, clean up after- wards, and cheer people at the finish line. The Super Cities Walk for MS campaign started in 1991 and has raised more than $25 million for MS re- search and services. Those who want to walk can choose a five- or 10- kilometre route, and can walk alone or in groups. Breakfast will be served before the walk, and a bar- becue after, along with snacks at the checkpoints, all courtesy of Loblaws. To volunteer, call Janis at 905-831-5259. People looking for more information or to sign up for the walk can call 1-888-UACT-4MS. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 6, 2001 PAGE 17 A/P Super Cities Walk needs participants and volunteers PleaseRecycle!Are you walking? There’s just a few weeks left to reg- ister for the Super Cities Walk for Multi- ple Sclerosis. The annual walk is Sunday, April 22 with the Ajax and Pickering version of the event held at Pickering High School. 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Mr. O’Brien said he in- formed the Crown about his client’s status prior to the court date and, in court, pros- ecutor Ken Polley did not op- pose the request. Dr. Waller, a 60-year-old Pickering resident, was ar- rested in July 1999 hours after a 13-year-old Whitby boy told Durham Regional Police he was sexually as- saulted in a washroom at The Bay store in the Oshawa cen- tre. In the months following his arrest, police received 11 individual complaints from former male patients alleging they were sexually assaulted during medical visits to the neurologist’s office between 1987 and 1998. Dr. Waller was released on bail and per- mitted to continue practicing medicine at his office at the Oshawa Clinic, on King Street East, and at Lakeridge Health Oshawa. The court imposed a restriction that he not examine any patients un- less they are accompanied by an adult at least 21 years of age. Court was told he is no longer practising due to his health situation. Dr. Waller faces more than a dozen charges of sexual as- sault, sexual exploitation, in- decent assault on a male and sexual interference. This week’s trial was only on the charges relating to the incident at the Oshawa de- partment store involving the 13-year-old boy. A prelimi- nary hearing is scheduled later this year on the charges involving former patients. P PAGE 18 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 6, 2001 ‘Serious illness’delays sex assault trial of Durham neurologist We’re online at www.durhamnews.netWorkshop helps women meet goals Women will learn how to set goals, recognize achievements and steps to success at a free workshop held by the Ajax-Pickering Women’s Centre. The work- shop runs from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. April 10. Preregistra- tion is required and space is limited. Call 905-426-1064. 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A/P PAGE 20 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, April 6, 2001 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 6, 2001 PAGE 21 A/P ANDREW IWANOWSKI/ News Advertiser photo A moose on the loose Village Chrysler in Ajax has a unique new addition to its staff -- a model moose. The statue, one of the popular moose creations stationed at sites around Toronto last year, was purchased by the dealership, with funds going to different charities. Getting up close and personal with their moose are Jim McElroy (left) and Village Chrysler owner Ted Williamson. Premier says he’ll stick with education plan in Durham visit ‘I won’t allow our education system to result in mediocrity’ BY JOE CHIN Staff Writer Premier Mike Harris came to Durham Region last week to reaffirm his government’s com- mitment to education reforms. Speaking at a business lun- cheon in Whitby March 29, the premier said his government’s quality education reforms are es- sential to keep the province com- petitive in a rapidly changing global economy and he pledged to move forward with them. “Quality education is On- tario’s road map to even greater prosperity in the future,”Mr. Har- ris said. “We must ensure we continue to provide our young people with the knowledge and skills they need to compete and succeed in the information-dri- ven economy of the 21st centu- ry.” Mr. Harris said he sees four emerging trends that will be part of Ontario’s education system in the future: • Performance-based account- ability; • Greater flexibility and choice for parents; • Greater use of technology; and • Lifelong learning. “If we don’t move forward constantly — you risk falling back. And falling back in our ed- ucation system would result in mediocrity,” the premier said. “I won’t allow our education sys- tem to result in mediocrity, be- cause mediocrity would be dev- astating for our children, for our economy and for our province.” Mr. Harris also warned against those who pay lip service to quality education and who suggest improving Ontario’s edu- cation system can be achieved without effort and change. “Excellence and higher edu- cation does not happen magical- ly,” Mr. Harris said. “It is a con- stant effort — to set the right goals, to create the right mea- sures, to keep raising the bar for what’s working and to fix what’s not.” Firing back at his critics, the premier said that in 1995 his gov- ernment inherited an education system that had lost its way. “Our schools were getting a failing grade from parents, teach- ers and students. And yet, succes- sive provincial governments would not deal with the problems head-on. Instead, they took the old approaches,” he said. He noted the previous 50 years had seen 24 separate re- views of finance, 10 commis- sions and committees and two ‘fact-finding’reports. Then, previous governments and local school politicians threw money at the problems without demanding accountability and better results, he told the audi- ence, which included Education Minister Janet Ecker and finance Minister Jim Flaherty. “Between 1985 and 1995, total school enrolment in Ontario increased by 12 per cent. But over the same period, total school board spending in the province increased by 82 per cent. And property taxes that funded educa- tion ballooned by 120 per cent,” Mr. Harris said. “Clearly,” he added, “the problem was not a lack of money. The problem was how and where that money was being spent.” In 1995, he said, more than 31 per cent of the education staff didn’t teach. And instead of fo- cusing on education in the class- room, school boards spent huge amounts of money on consul- tants, managers, and ‘educrats’. “There are some political leaders who claim they’ll im- prove education without having a clear idea of what they want to achieve or what their programs will cost, who would sell you a bill of goods for short-term polit- ical gain,” Mr. Harris said. “These political leaders will try to convince you that creating a quality education system is easy.” For Estimates Call.... 427-4143 SPRING PATIO WALKWAY SPECIAL Receive $100.00 Gift Cert. (Redeemable at Garden Centre) on bookings before May 20/01 “INTERLOCKING STONE SPECIALISTS” Landscaping 3 Year Written Guarantee WE TAKE PRIDE IN O U R WORKMAN S H I P (905) 428-9767 CANADIAN HOME LEISURE Home & Leisure Centre Brock Rd. & 401 Pickering Next door to DeBoers Visit Our 7500 sq. ft. 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Until next week’s column - “Sit Back And Vision Your Garden” &GardenGardenGardenLawnLawnLawn ADVERTISING FEATURE To Advertise in This Section Call Maria at (905) 683-5110 From page 20 GrassRoots LAWN AND GARDEN CARE GRASSROOTS SPRING SPECIAL: 15% OFF SPRING CLEAN UP BOOKED ON SUMMER CONTRACTS PRIOR TO APRIL 19TH COMPLETE LAWN MAINTENANCE • Spring & Fall clean-up • Tree cutting • Grass cutting & trimming • Shrub rejuvenation & pruning • Specializing in flower beds, planting & ponds • Pressure washing of decks, driveways & tennis courts • Creative landscaping design WE HAVE BEEN CREATING & MAINTAINING EXCEPTIONAL GARDENS FOR OVER 15 YEARS Call today for a free estimate (416) 995-3772 grass.roots@sympatico.ca Following are new movie releases being screened this weekend at cinemas in Ajax and Pick- ering: ALONG CAME A SPIDER Starring Morgan Freeman, Penelope Ann Miller, Monica Potter, Michael Wincott, Michael Moriarty. Directed by Lee Tamahori. Washington DC homicide detective Dr. Alex Cross (Freeman) is through playing mind games with criminals — that is until methodical predator Gary Soneji (Wincott) kidnaps the young daughter of a U.S. senator from an elite school and lures Cross into the case. Soneji’s not out for ransom, he wants something much bigger — a place in the history books. His every move is planned with the precision of a spi- der spinning his web, and Cross and Secret Service agent Jezzie Flannigan (Potter) are in a race against time to stop him. (Famous Players Pickering 8 Cinemas - Picker- ing Town Centre, Cineplex-Odeon Ajax 10 Cin- emas). BLOW Johnny Depp, Penelope Cruz, Rachel Griffiths, Ray Liotta, Franka Potente. Directed by Ted Demme. Based upon the book, ‘Blow: How a Small- Town Boy Made $100 Million with the Medellin Cocaine Cartel and Lost it All’ by Bruce Porter, ‘Blow’ is based on the true story of George Jung who is currently serving a 15-year sentence. Jung (Depp) worked for reputed drug kingpin Carlos Escobar and is accused of single-handedly importing cocaine into the U.S. in the 1970s. In the turbulence of the ’70s, the international drug trade underwent a fast, violent and lucrative revolution — and one ordinary American was at its centre. Jung, a high-school football star from a small town, became the world’s premiere importer of co- caine from Colombia’s Medellin cartel, changing the course of an entire generation. From the hippie innocence of the ‘60s to the snow-blind money- chasing haze of the ‘80s, Jung pursued what he thought was the American dream. Rather than become just another construction worker like his father (Liotta), Jung moves to Cali- fornia where he discovers sun, romance and the profitable pleasures of selling marijuana. At first, dealing drugs is just a way to maintain his free- wheeling, independent lifestyle. But as he gets more ambitious, a bust stops Jung — temporarily. In prison, Jung meets Diego Delgado (Jordi Molla), a talkative inmate who claims to be an in- sider in Colombia’s rising drug trade. On the out- side, Delgado introduces Jung to Pablo Escobar, the billionaire godfather of international cocaine trafficking, who has a plan to export tonnes of co- caine to American shores, bringing to the disco era a far more expensive, addictive and hip form of high. Delgado also introduces Jung to a beautiful, self-indulgent party-girl named Mirtha (Cruz), who he marries. Soon enough Jung is literally rolling in money. But even as he and the Colombian coke supply usher in a new era of American decadence and broken morals, Jung begins to have second thoughts, wanting to be something more than a criminal in his daughter’s eyes. Then, just when he thinks he’s riding high, Jung takes a dizzying fall that knocks him out of the un- derworld and into the hands of the feds. (Pickering Moviplex 9 Cinemas, Cineplex- Odeon Ajax 10 Cinemas). POKEMON 3 (Animated) Starring Rika Matsumoto, Ikue Otani - Pikachu, Masayumi Izuka, Megumi Hashibara, Veronica Taylor. Directed by Michael Haigney, Kunihiko Yuya- ma. In this animated feature, young Pokemon train- er Ash Ketchum and his loyal friends journey to the beautiful mountain town of Greenfield, where they encounter the Unown, the most mysterious of all Pokemon. It is the Unown that create a challenge for Ash far greater than any Pokemon battle he has ever ex- perienced before. With help from Pikachu and all his faithful Pokemon, plus friends Brock and Misty and even a little unexpected assistance from Team Rocket, Ash must rescue the young orphan Molly from the mystical forces that threaten to transform her life into a dream-world prison. At the same time, Ash must also struggle to bring his own mother back from the realm of the Unown before she is lost forever and he becomes an orphan himself. (Famous Players Pickering 8 Cinemas - Picker- ing Town Centre, Cineplex-Odeon Ajax 10 Cin- emas). For a complet listing of what’s playing this weekend, contact your local cinema. P PAGE 22 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 6, 2001 Entertainment NEWS ADVERTISER april 6, 2001 Weekend at the movies... Illegal cocaine trade explored in Johnny Depp’s ‘Blow’Please recycle!Johnny Depp plays real-life cocaine distributor George Jung and Rachel Griffiths is the wife he loses to his trade in the movie Blow. It’s playing this weekend in Ajax and Pickering. MO LEX 9VIP 1095 KINGSTON RD., PICKERING 24 HR. 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Sales tax extra. One per customer per visit. Expires April 9th, 2001 OFF Last week International Dairy Queen embarked on an ambitious promotion to celebrate 16 years of serving our world famous blizzard treat. In simultaneous advertising both in Canada and the USA they flooded the airwaves with a one week 16 cent blizzard promotion. It was 16 cents in Canada and 16 cents in the US. This ad appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno himself giving it a personal plug. It also appeared on the Academy Awards, Friends, Ally McBeal, Canada AM and many more. Would it work? Yes it did! We were swamped! We had just finished hiring and training 18 new staff and we were still lined up out the door. For the first time ever we ran out of so many things. We borrowed from every Dairy Queen in Durham and Scarborough and still couldn’t keep up. Our staff were great under very trying circumstances and did a wonderful job. Also the sale was for one week and that caused confusion. However I’m sure there were some disappointed customers who found the line-ups too long. Many walked out. I want to apologize to those who were unable to wait in the line. We had no idea how popular this event would be. I will make it up to you later in this article. First I need to remind you why it takes longer. I won’t condiment our burgers in advance. We prepare it the way you want it. It does take time. I also want to explain again that every dessert, every dessert is hand made by our staff. During the sale some people were ordering 8 or 10 blizzards at a time at the front counter and the drive thru which really slowed things down. If the truth be known however, I think the very reason this store is so busy is because of the fact that we do make everything from scratch. We can’t keep our hand made novelties like Dilly bars and Buster bars in stock. Why? Because people see our staff making them and hand dipping right before their eyes. Our cakes and novelties move so quickly that it might be only 24 or 48 hours from our store to your table. In making our novelties the fresh soft serve is poured into the forms and flash frozen. In about one hour the fresh frozen soft serve novelty is hand dipped in our warm chocolate dip. Then when it hardens we wrap them individually in their own bag and put them into the take home boxes and then out to the display freezers. In some cases you could have fresh frozen hand made treats which were made in the morning ready to take home that afternoon! But how do I make it up to our customers for the slow service? The only way is to run the sale again in the fall. Our 6th anniversary in Pickering will be in October 2001 and we will run the 16 cent blizzard sale for one week to celebrate our 6 years in Pickering. We do appreciate the business. 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OR FOR $39 MORE PER MONTH††, AND $1,260 DOWN, GET THE SUNFIRE SLX WITH THESE ADDITIONAL FEATURES: AIR CONDITIONING, 4-SPEED AUTOMATIC, CD, POWER LOCKS, REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY 1998 1999 2000 2001 ∆ NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, April 6, 2001 PAGE 23 A/P PICKERING — A short-staffed St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Mon- archs senior girls’ hockey team fell just short of the gold medal at the provincial championships last weekend. The Monarchs were in Petawawa and Pembroke as the Durham representative at the Ontario Federation of Schools Athletic Association’s (OFSAA) girls’ hockey championships. A total of 10 teams took part in the ‘A’ division. A weary St. Mary squad — playing its fourth game of the day with only nine skaters available — suited up against a strong and defending OFSAA champion Our Lady of Mount Carmel squad from Mississauga in the championship final. The Monarchs battled gamely, but ended up dropping a disappointing 4-3 decision, earning a well-deserved silver medal for the school’s first-year girls’ hockey pro- gram. Team manager Colleen Judges noted the team was missing two players for the final — one with an injury and another with mononucleosis — which had a direct effect on the outcome. “I truly believe that if we had those two girls in the lineup we would have had a dif- ferent colour medal,” she said. The Monarchs started well in the cham- pionship match, opening up a three-goal lead in the first period. Mount Carmel, however, came back to tie the game late in the third period and send the game into overtime. St. Mary played well in extra time, but Mount Carmel scored at the 4:15 mark. Ashley Riggs scored twice for St. Mary, with Melissa Meikle adding the other. The Monarchs advanced to the gold- medal game after a thrilling 1-0 victory over a strong Saunders Secondary School Sabres squad from London. In a game that featured end-to-end ac- tion, each team had its scoring chances, but were unable to finish. With two min- utes remaining in regulation time, St. Mary’s Riggs set up Melissa Gaudet with the winning tally. St. Mary started the tourney with a 5-1 win over St. Pius X X-Men from Ottawa. Riggs and Gaudet scored twice each for the Monarchs. Meikle notched the other marker. Drawing assists were Riggs with two and Sheila Bergin with one. Next, the Monarchs blanked the Bishop Strachan Bobcats from Toronto 4-0. Gaudet, Jessica Judges, Bergin and Riggs scored for St. Mary, with two assists to Nicole Ruta and Bergin with one. Goal- tender Quinn Caggiula was outstanding to record the shutout. Assured of a playoff spot, the St. Mary Monarchs played the Markham District Secondary School Marauders in the third game and recorded a 4-2 victory. Riggs scored twice, Amanda Morra and Jazzmin McCurdy netted one apiece. Gaudet earned an assist. St. Mary Monarchs team members are Amanda Morra, Megan Friel, Jazzmin Mc- Curdy, Melissa Gaudet, Nicole Ruta, Sheila Bergin, Christine Whitall, Jessica Judges, Ashley Riggs, Melissa Meikle, Quinn Caggiula, Jennifer Sadler and Courtney Puddister. The team acknowledges the contribu- tions of teacher Lori Brown, head coach Dino Caggiula, Kyric Aitkin and manager Colleen Judges for their hard work and dedication over the season. P PAGE 24 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 6, 2001 Sports &LEISURE NEWS ADVERTISER april 6, 2001 Working overtime doesn’t pay off for Monarchs Tired St. Mary girls earn silver medal at OFSAA hockey championship RECYCLEThe St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Monarchs girls’hockey team earned a sil- ver medal at the recent Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) girls’ hockey championship in Petawawa and Pembroke this past week- end. The Monarchs lost a heart-breaking overtime decision to Mississauga’s Our lady of Mount Carmel school in the championship game. Player draft Thursday for Bay Ridges tournament PICKERING —The 12th annu- al Bay Ridges Hockey Tourna- ment will take to the ice again this month for some fun and to raise funds for a com- munity project. This year’s event for players ages 30 and over is slated for the Don Beer Arena April 27 and 28. Teams will be chosen at a special draft night at Papps Restaurant, Pickering Home and Design Cen- tre, Brock Road and Hwy. 401, this Thursday, April 12 at 7:30 p.m. Player applica- tions are at Papps or at the Don Beer Arena on Dilling- ham Road. and your chance to win either a 32” TV & DVD player at The Bear or a JVC 27” TV, Sony Playstation 2, and Hockey game at The Raven. Each Prize Package is Valued at $1500$1500 For Instant Scratch & Win Prizes NHL PLAYOFF CONTEST NHL PLAYOFF CONTEST 67 Kingston Rd. E Ajax 905-426-5110 1550 Kingston Rd. 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Se- lect used the boards well on de- fence and a quick transition to offence, which allowed them to gain a commanding lead and win. Carol Stephenson had a game-high 18 points for Select. Ria Bahadursingh replied with 10 for the bankers. Et Tu Caesar’s and East Side Mario’s closed out the evening’s entertainment, with a late surge by Caesar’s leading the way to a 30-23 win. Caesar’s held the early lead, but East Side was never far be- hind. With both teams playing excellent defence scoring oppor- tunities were rare. With the score tied late in the game, Et Tu Cae- sar’s stepped up a gear and took control for the seven-point victo- ry. Lana Letourneau scored 10 points for Caesar’s. Julie Hughes netted eight for East Side Mario’s. Players in the league live in Ajax and Pickering. 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Paid cash nightly. Apply at 10 Harwood Ave. S. Ajax 683-9993 1215 Bayly, Picker- ing 831-0030. Must have own car. Also hiring Part-time Piz- za Makers & Customer Serv- ice Reps. ENTHUSIASTIC bar manager required for high volume sports bar. Must have at least 3 years experience, full knowledge of bar operations and promotions. Competitive salary and benefits. Please forward resumes to File #672, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 ESTABLISHED RETAIL store needs enthusiastic full time sales associate for retail and commercial sales. Sales ex- perience a must. Major growth potential. Salary plus com- mission. Send resume to: 1550 Kingston Rd. Suite 1320, Pickering, Ont. L1V 6W9 or fax (905)420-8421 attn: Suite 1320. EXPERIENCED STYLISTS/Re- ceptionist required for Whitby Salon. Apply with resume to: 1200 Rossland Rd. E. Whitby. EXPERIENCED finish rake- man, for asphalt , paving company. Good benefits, call 905-683–1661 FABRIC STORE located in Pickering requires part-time sales help. Sewing and retail experience is an asset. Call 905-831-5223 or fax resume to 416-286-5223 FORKLIFT OPERATOR re- quired to work with lumber an pallets, loading and unloading trucks, Experienced only. Fax Ray Morden at (905) 686-8916 FRESH AIR,exercise and more. Call for a carrier route in your area today. 905-683–5117. GENERAL LABOURER required. Some heavy lifting. Must be able to read tape measure. Apply in person: 475 Finchdene Square, Unit 9 Scarborough. HELP WANTED Cathy's Cafe, 49 Windchester Rd, Brooklin Ontario, 655-4608. Apply within bring resume. IMMEDIATE PART TIME/pos- sible full time retail sales po- sition opening for motivated individual with excellent cus- tomer & communication skills. Must be computer lit- erate with a good understand- ing of basic mathematics. Mail resume or drop off at: 22 Ritson Road North, Oshawa, L1G 5P3. Att: Office Manger - "No Phone Calls Please" GET AMAZING RESULTS Lose inches & lbs under professional guidance & maintain lost weight Earn excellent income (416)631-3765 CLASSIFIED CUSTOMER SERVICE News Advertiser re- quests that advertisers check their ad upon publication as News Ad- vertiser will not be re- sponsible for more than one incorrect insertion and there shall be no li- ability for non-insertion of any advertisement. Liability for errors in ads is limited to the amount paid for the space occu- pying the error. All copy is subject to the appro- val of management of News Advertiser. 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. PAGE 26-THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, APRIL 6, 2001 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net A progressive and well-established sheetfed printer in the eastern region of the GTA has an opportunity for a pressroom supervisor. Managing a department of 21, this position requires a high-energy, self-motivated individual that is a seasoned manager and has excellent technical knowledge. The environment is a modern, well-equipped sheetfed pressroom that is known for high quality. As a member of the management team, you will be expected to help set the direction of the company. Along with this position comes the opportunity of ownership participation. Please fax your résumé to: The V.P. Production at (905) 436-0813. (We thank all those who apply, but only successful candidates will be contacted.) Pressroom Supervisor Pressroom Supervisor Mackie Moving Systems Accountant (12–15 month Contract) Reporting to the Vice President Finance, you will ensure prepa- ration of monthly financial statements, account analysis, and G/L reconciliation are performed on a timely basis. Position also backs up payroll as required. You have 10 years accounting experience in a manufacturing or service industry along with a CGA/CMA designation and are highly proficient in the use of MS Office and various accounting packages (Great Plains Dynamics would be an asset.) Supervisor, Warehouse Operations (4:00p.m.–12:00p.m.) In this full-time position reporting to the Warehouse Manager, you will be responsible for the supervision of ware- house personnel and completion of productivity, costing and benchmarking reports. You are detail oriented and bring a minimum of 5 years supervisory experience in a progressive, fast-paced warehouse environment, have a strong under- standing of shipping/receiving, inventory control, and can operate a forklift. You are proficient with the use of MS Office (Word & Excel) to produce reports for management and have a good understanding of bar code technology and health and safety requirements. For both positions,or other opportunities in the Accounting/Warehouse areas, fax a detailed résumé to (905) 434-4655 or e-mail to mms.humanresources@mackiegroup.com MONDAY, APRIL 9TH 6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. harlow models 101 dundas street west whitby (905) 430-5715 OPEN HOUSE Casual, fun and free! Talk to models and agents to get the information you need. Modelling? ARE YOU LOOKING FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT IN AUTOMOTIVE SALES? IF YOU HAVE EXPERIENCE (OMVIC LICENSE AN ASSET) AND ARE SEEKING A POSITIVE CAREER MOVE, THEN CONTACT: JOE OR MARK FOR AN APPOINTMENT PHONE: (905) 668-5893 FAX RESUME: (905) 430-3543 E-MAIL: sales@marigold.net PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT PLEASANT CONDITIONS PROFIT SHARING GREAT BENEFITSCOMPANY DEMO MEDICAL PLAN$$$ $ YWCA of OSHAWA Non-profit, charitable organization requires COUNSELLOR for Ajax-Pickering site for intake, assessment, crisis intervention, counselling, referral, and support of abused and at-risk women. Applicants must have experience in individual counselling/ facilitating groups, a degree in social work and minimum five years experience in a similar position. Applicants must be self- directed and able to work independently. Driver's license and reliable transportation required. Must be able to work flexible hours. Resumes by April 20, 2001 to: Executive Director, YWCA of Oshawa 33 McGrigor Street Oshawa, Ont. L1H 1X8 Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. THE NEWS ADVERTISER is looking for prospects to deliver newspapers and flyers to the following areas ✰✰✰✰✰✰✰ PICKERING Foxwood Trail Graceland Crt. Amberlea Rd. Norfolk Sq. Sultana Sq. Otonabee Drr. Weyburn Sq. Braeburn Cres. Thicket Cres. White Pine Cres. Valley Ridge Cres. Copley St. Secord St. Sandcherry Cres. Rouge Forest Cres. Pinegrove Ave. Woodsmere Cres. Stouds Ln. Treetop Cres. Silver Maple Dr. White Cedar Dr. Autumn Cres. Pineview Ln. Rosebank Rd.N Laurier Cres. Beckworth Sq. Alder Crt . Hillcrest Rd. Hillview Rd. Victory Dr. Clearside Ave. Thicket Ces. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ FOR FURTHER INFORMATION 905-683-5117 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 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 WE NEED ENTHUSIASTIC MANAGERS ! As one of Canada's Fastest Growing Discount Retails Concepts we are always on the look- out for team players who like a fast-paced environment. Salary plus Profit Sharing Subsidized Benefits Stock Purchase Plan Some experience and a desire to learn and participate in our growth required. Please fax resume toll-free to: ATTENTION: HUMAN RESOURCES 1-866-483-5140 Aggressive Construction Rental Equipment Firm Has Immediate Openings in the GTA: SALES REPRESENTATIVES RENTAL COUNTER FACILITATORS DRIVERS • G Licence • AZ Float Driver MECHANICS • Small Engine • Heavy Equipment Please send resume to: CORE RENTALS LIMITED 1887 Kingston Road Pickering L1V 1C9 ASSISTANT PARTS MANAGER REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY Must have Chrysler Order System experience and wholesale comp. Only those with Chrysler experience need apply; Sorry - no time for training. Please call 683–5358 Ask for Doreen Village Plymouth Chrysler Ltd. 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. VELCAN FOREST PRODUCTS Has an position available immediately in their ACCOUNTING DEPARTMENT Fax resumes to: (905) 571-2124 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help INTERNATIONAL POOL AND SPA are now hiring. Prefer university students - guys and gals for laborers and retail store staff. Fax resume to (905) 434-9383 LANDSAPE MAINTENANCE Foreman required. Profes- sional maintenance experi- ence, valid license, with plant knowledge, supervisory skills, small engine experience, needed ASAP. Call Tammy 705-277–2902 LAWN MAINTENANCE Com- pany requires full-time ex- perienced employees. Lawn maintenance labourers. Lawn sprayer w/class 1-3 license and horticulture background an asset. Drivers for Track- less MT and skidsteers. Fax resume (905)430-2098 or call 430–0032 LUBE TECHNICIAN PLUS AS- SISTANT MANAGER - full and part time, hourly wage plus bonus. Experience needed. Valid drivers license. Apply at Pennzoil, 195 Westney Rd. S. of 401 Ajax. (905) 427–6796 NEEDED IMMEDIATELY body person for very busy Oshawa shop. Minimum 5 years ex- perience. (905) 432–8453 NEEDED: FAST EFFICIENT thorough house cleaner to clean residential homes in Durham region. Part-time days 4 hours 9-3 starting 1 day per week possibly leading to full time. Must have own vehicle! Call (905)579–2395 leave message. OSHAWA MASSAGE SPA re- quires Receptionist. Also hir- ing for Attendants (must be 18+). Please call 905-720- 1830 ask for Cindy. PART-TIME POSITION avail- able to assist disabled adult male with personal care, household duties. Experience preferred. Call Rick 905-837- 5411 PENTAGON SECURITY is now accepting applications for the following position: Stationary Guards, mobile canine units. Applicants must have Grade 10 and reliable transportation and prefer own dog. Willing to train. Apply in person to: 201 White Oaks Crt., Whitby Ont. Monday-Thursday 9a.m-12 Noon or Fax to: (905)665- 0102. PERSONAL SUPPORT WORK- ERS and Development Service Workers. Seeking in-dividuals with minimum one years experi- ence for various shifts. Mail or fax resume including Diploma to: The Participation House Project, (Durham Region), 670 King St. E., Oshawa, Ontario. LlH 1G5 or fax to: (905)579-5281. No phone calls please. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. PIZZA MAKERS,Bar Tenders and Waitresses needed for Sports Bar in Scarborough. Please call (416)281-2442 or (416)566-3083 or fax resume to (416)286-3061. PROPERTY MAINTENANCE, Landscaper, labourer required, experience preferred. Driver's license needed. Full time. Call 433–0505. WAREHOUSE PERSON/ Sales Clerk for busy paint & wall paper store in Pickering. Call Steve or Bill (905)831–8488 STANS RENTALS requires a Cou- nter Person with a good driving record-abstract required. Must have good knowledge of wide variety of equipment and tools. Past experienced in dealing with public a must. Must be able to work Saturdays. Fax or send resume to: STANS RENTALS, 223 King St. W. Oshawa Ont. L1J 2J7; Fax: 905-723-2977. 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 SUBWAY AJAX has an open- ing for full time nights. Apply in store - Mon. through Sat. 8 a.m - 5 p.m. 465 Bayly St. (at Westney Rd.) Ajax. SWIMMING POOL SERVICE Person. University/college student welcome, some heavy lifting, must be me- chanically inclined and neat in appearance. $9/hr. Fax re- sume to (905) 420-7579. TELEMARKETER-Experienced professional to book quality appointments. Part Time. Work from home. $20/hr. achievable for right individual (base+ bonus). Lily, (416)498- 1723 TELEMARKETERS needed. No experience necessary. Full training provided. Call (905) 579-7816 for interview. THE FACIAL PLACE...Dur- ham's Grand Spa now hiring: Part-time Receptionist, Part- time Registered Massage Therapist, Part-time experi- enced full service Esthetician. Applicants must possess a professional manner, excel- lent customer service skills, flexible schedule, and be well groomed. Reception applic- ants must possess excellent computer skills. (905)668– 8128. LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION labourers required. Drivers li- cense a must. Contact Scott at (905)666-9690. TELEMARKETING - Appoint- ment Setters required imme- diately for Daytime & Even- ings. No Selling, Hourly wage plus Bonus. Call for interview (905) 426-1322 WANTED - SHINGLERS - reli- able for roofing. $16 - $24 per hr. Labourers $12 - $15 per hr. Rate depends on ability and experience. Must have own transportation. Call (905) 579- 4517, Aaron. SHORT ORDER COOK for night shift, 9 p.m. - 5 a.m., Sunday to Thurs. Also sand- wich maker required. Must be experienced. Call (905) 839- 6423- leave message. WINDOW CLEANER-Experienc- ed. References required. Durham Region. Call 905-666–9156 WORK AT HOME Health Industry $1000 P/T - $5000 F/T per month. Training available. Call for free information BOOKLET. 416-631-7156. YOU CAN BE AN ENTREPRE- NEUR.We'll show you how. Start with Primerica Financial Services, a subsidiary of Citigroup, and build a new career in financial services. Instruction provided. For more information call Susan Wenghofer 1-866- 787-3918 or (905)436-8499. A RARE OPPORTUNITY - estab- lished NYSE and TSE company, recently launched in Canada, requires excellent communica- tors. Home-based business, lucrative commissions, bonuses, and residuals. http://ZibGib.com/ mikeg (905) 728-3922 Summer Employment512 LOOKING FOR A SUMMER posi- tion in the outdoors? You must have great customer service skills. Weekends a must. Deadline for resumes: April 13, 2001. Pleasure Valley, Uxbridge, ON. Phone 905-649-3334; Fax 905-649-3335. E-mail: plea- surevalley@sprint.ca. Web site: www.pleasurevalley.on.ca Salon & Spa Help514 HAIR STYLIST ambitious & motivated person for very busy salon full or part-time. Call 905- 723-5090. Skilled & Technical Help515 2ND PRESS PERSON required immediately for busy print shop in Oshawa. Must have experience on AB DICK 9810 with T head. Fax resume 905-723-7206 CAM-SCOTT TRANSPORT re- quires full-time Class A Diesel mechanic. Renumerations based on experience. Fax re- sume to (905)831-0199 or for more information call (905)831-3656 ext 229. DRYWALL Tradesman and Drywall Apprentice with mini- mum 2 years experience. Must have own car and li- cense. Please call Kevin after 6 p.m. 571-7100 FULL TIME WORK, local, must be experienced in all aspects of residential renova- tions. Good wage. Call 905- 987–1526. MECHANIC,Class A, 3rd or 4th year apprentice required for heavy diesel trucks. {Pre- fer experience in hydraulics and waste disposal vehicles. Ajax. Fax (905) 683-9492 or call Bruno at (905) 683–7111 NOW HIRING,Pneumatic tool repair trainee. Warehouse shipper/receiver. Fax resume to 905-839-7100 or drop off at 1730 McPherson Crt., Unit #10, Pickering. Shipping en- trance. PRINTING COMPANY in Whitby requires a full time Press Operator for 4 colour presswork, 4 colour process experience required. Fax re- sume to: 905-723-5805. RV TECHNICIAN required by local motorhome dealer. Ap- plicants must have a Class A (310T) Truck and Coach Cer- tificate and have several years experience on light and medium trucks. Experience with propane appliances an asset. Apply to: Pickering Motorhomes RV Centre, 3280 Hwy. #7, Pickering LIV 1C8 Ph: 905-686-5874... 1-800- 434-4002; Fax: 905-655-4633 Computer & IT520 INTERACTIVE ONLINE MEDIA. Internet development compa- ny is hiring in Kingston Ont. Visit www.inonmedia.com for more details. Office Help525 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Administration, Client Service, Investment Tracking, Invoice Processing, Financial, Strategic Planning, Special Event Plan- ning. Computer literate in MS Office. (905)430-6925 or (905)831–4614 FULL-TIME ORDER Desk Clerk required for sporting goods importer and distributor. Key- board skills required. Duties to include: order entry, invoicing, filing, etc. Wages $10-$12/hr. Submit resume in person or mail to: Attn. M. Howsan, Stoeger Canada, 1801 Wentworth St., Unit 16, Whitby, ON L1N 8R6. GENERAL OFFICE HELP Re- quired. Must have computer & telephone skills with account- ing background. Start imme- diately. Send resume: Core Rentals Ltd., 1887 Kingston Road, Pickering L1V 1C9 LEGAL SECRETARY good natur- ed, computer literate, experi- enced in corporate commercial law (3-5 years) for full time posi- tion - immediate temporary part time vacation position also required. Reply with a resume to Chris Nikiforuk at WALKER HEAD,chrisnik@walkerhead.com or to Suite 200, 1305 Pickering Parkway, Pickering, Ontario, L1V 3P2 or call 905-839-4484. RECEPTIONIST/CSR Scarborou- gh Manufacturing Company cus- tomer service, order entry, reception/clerical duties. Non- smoking office. Attention P.Kirton, Fax 416-291-3233. Sales Help & Agents530 ENTHUSIASTIC SALES HELP wanted at Your Good Health, Oshawa Centre. Vitamin knowl- edge Drop off resume to Manager 10am-5pm., Mon-Fri. EXPERIENCED SALES PERSON needed for Ceramic and Hardwood retail store in Pickering. Weekend & evenings. Fax resume 905-683-3182. FULL TIME OR PART TIME Licensed Sales Representative for the Dan Plowman Real Estate team. Great opportunity! Dan Plowman recently ranked in top 100 agents across Canada for Remax. Training provided. Strong phone skills a must. Own vehicle and flexible hours required. Please fax resume Att: Dan Plowman, 905-436-1745. HERBAL MAGIC - Full time help Counselor positions available. Provide weight management, counseling & sell Herbal prod- ucts in a clinic setting. Sales experience preferred. Excellent opportunity for advancement. Call 905-432-6999 for further information. TRANSPORT SALES Experi- enced sales person needed in Durham Region to represent a dynamic discount LTL/FTL truck line, selling Ontario-US freight services. Salary + commission. 416-234-9772 ext-203 Hospital/Medical/ Dental535 DENTAL RECEPTIONIST full time position in a busy patient centered family practice. CDA preferred Abel an asset. Fax resume (905)427–5792. DENTAL RECEPTIONIST ex- perienced, part-time 9-5, Kingston Rd. +Lawrence, for 1-year maternity leave. Call (416) 281–9398 AVON Wanted sales Representatives. Earn extra income, no minimums. For information call Heidi 905-509-1163. House Cleaners Wanted Full/Part-time Mon. - Fri. Will train. Must have driver’s licence 905-619-6970 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, APRIL 6, 2001-PAGE 27 Durham Region Soccer Association is seeking a Region Head Coach Durham Region is an established leader and emphasizes a dynamic and progressive approach to assisting coaches and players to achieve their full potential.The successful applicant will oversee a comprehensive Coaching Program for coach and player development in the Durham Region and report to the Durham Region Board of Directors. Duties: • Responsible for the U-13 Boys and Girls Player Development Program, which runs in conjunction with the Ontario Soccer Association. • Be the resource and liaison person for Club Head Coaches and coaches. • Sit as a member of the Durham Region Technical Committee. Requirements: • A minimum Canadian Soccer Association "C" License and or in the process of acquiring a current "B" License. • Competitive Coaching experience with knowledge of the Community Coaching Program. • The applicant must have no affiliation to any amateur club or team. Salary to be negotiated. Deadline: April 12, 2001 Please forward applications and resumes to: Attention: Selection Committee Durham Region Soccer Association 1255 Terwillegar Ave., Unit 1 Oshawa ON L1J 7A4 Fax: (905) 436-2433 E-mail: dursoccer@idirect.com UXBRIDGE RESIDENTS VOLUNTEER BOARD MEMBER NEEDED Durham Region Community Care is seek- ing a community-minded resident of Ux- bridge to serve on the Board of Directors. Community Care provides home support, mental health and respite services to more than 6,000 clients, throughout the Region. Prospective board members should have an interest in community health care and experience in organizational leadership. Please submit a letter by April 18, 2001 stating your interest and experience to: Mr. Paul Svana, Chair Recruitment & Development Committee Durham Region Community Care Oshawa Executive Centre 419 King Street West, Suite # 605 Oshawa, ON L1J 2K5 Fax: 905-404-2241 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help LAIDLAW LOOKING TO MAKE EXTRA MONEY? LAIDLAW IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS NOW, TO FILL POSITIONS AS A SCHOOL BUS DRIVER LAIDLAW • 6775 BALDWIN ST. N. BROOKLIN, ONT. 1-800-263-7987 AJAX • PICKERING • UXBRIDGE • TRAINING WILL BE PROVIDED (APPROX. 2-3 WKS. DAILY) PLEASE APPLY IN PERSON. MAKE BOOKS YOUR BUSINESS $40K MIN. GUARANTEE An opportunity has arisen for a Marketing Distributor in the Scarborough area. No selling is involved, just daily deliveries to new 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 Call or visit our website: 1-877-325-4766 www.alironmarketing.com STORE MANAGER NEEDED Personal Edge Is a chain of 55 stores located in high traffic malls. We are currently looking for a store manager in our Pickering Town Centre store The ideal candidate must pos- sess experience as a retail man- ager or assistant manager, sales oriented leadership skills, ex- cellent customer service and be a team player. Fax resume to (905) 421-9864 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 The News Advertiser is currently accepting bids for delivery of the paper and flyers to apartments in the Ajax area. Bids will be accepted until 5:00pm on Monday, April 9 Contract commencing Wednesday April 11 for more info call Alka 905-683-5117 Lowest or any bids not necessarily accepted Unistrut Canada Limited has an immediate opening for a WAREHOUSE ASSISTANT Duties include shipping, receiving and packing. Must be an experienced Fork Lift driver. Please submit resumes by mail only to: Wendy George, Unistrut Canada Limited, 585 Finley Avenue, Ajax, Ontario L1S 2E4 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 TELEMARKETING Telemarketer's needed $10/per hr., Mon.-Thurs. 5-8pm Call from an existing database Experience preferred Call Jane at (905) 686-2445 Ext. 244 Knowledgeable esthetician with a mature professional atittude wanted for full-time position. New grads welcome. Busy electrolysis clinic looking for part-time professional electrologist. Send resumes to: 158 Harwood Ave. S. #201, Ajax, ON L1S 2H6 ATTN: Barbara 514 Salon & Spa Help 514 Salon & Spa Help "Systems Furniture Installer" We are looking for experienced installers as well as people to train in the office furniture industry. Pickering area. Call 905-839-2057 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help Position Available CLASS "A" MECHANIC Busy flat rate shop. Chrysler experience preferred. Call Jim McKnight Oshawa: 905-404-0525 Ajax: 905-686-1642 e-mail: wheels@durhamchrysler.com ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK A Pickering manufacturing company requires an accounts payable clerk with a minimum of 2 years experience. Duties involve all aspects of accounts payable including computer input, reports and reconciliations. A knowledge of computers is required with a preference given to applicants with Business Vision experience. Salary range $27,000.00 Fax resume,Attn: John Dean 905-831-4756 (No phone calls please) OPERATIONS SUPPORT - 35K PLUS Manufacturing plant requires person to assist with multi task functions of our fast pace office. Must be well organized with strong MS Office and people skills. You will have experience with computer based inventory control, purchasing and logistics functions- in addition to general office and secretarial duties. Please fax resume to (416) 284-9591 Attn: Plant Mgr. 525 Office Help 525 Office Help Canada’s Number One Home Furnishing Retailer is now hiring Sales Associates for furniture, appliance and electronic sales. Home furnishings sales experience not necessary. However, you must be enthusiastic, personable, presentable and willing to learn. This is a rare opportunity for career-oriented individuals to join the renowned industry leader and earn above average incomes ($40,000 to $100,000) in a friendly, stable and profitable work environment. Our benefits include medical insurance, dental insurance, prescription drug plan, generous employee discounts and profit sharing, along with career growth opportunities to those who aspire to management positions. Please send your resume or apply at: 20 McLevin Avenue Scarborough, Ontario M1B 2V5 Tel. (416) 291-3818 FAX: (416) 291-6391 We thank everyone who applies, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents 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 515 Skilled & Technical Help 530 Sales Help & Agents CC DENTAL RECEPTIONIST/AS- SISTANT required for 1 yr maternity leave. Starting mid April 2001. Must be HARP certified, new graduates wel- come. Hours Mon-Thurs 8am- 5:30pm. Please fax resume to: (905)831-5975. DURHAM COLLEGE DENTAL CLINIC is offering preventive dental services for children ages 5-13 until April 20th. Services include dental screening, polishing of teeth, fluoride application, oral hy- giene instruction. There is a $10 fee for this service. Call 905-721-3074 for an appt. EXPERIENCED RECEPTIONIST required for medical/walk-in clinic. Flexible hours. Fax re- sume to (905)831-8858. MEDICAL SECRETARY need- ed permanent job share. Set hours 1:00-6:00pm Mon, Tues, Thurs, Friday. Experience in medical reception, telephone, booking, filing. Apply in per- son with resume to: 460 King St. W., Oshawa. PART-TIME PHARMACIST wanted in a patient oriented community pharmacy in Whitby. Approx. 20 hours a week. (working every third wknd). Please fax resume to: (905)665-1919 or call Michael (905)665-1881. PDA full time position avail- able for mature reliable and outgoing person. Reply to Fax (905) 434-8520. PICKERING AGENCY needs caring, fun, responsible peo- ple to work in residential care with medically fragile children and youth. DSW, nsg, ECE or experience an asset. Training provided. Must be able to do on-call, weekends and shifts. Must drive. Fax resume to 905-686-3112 REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST,highly motived, required for Pickering clinic. If commitment to the custom- er is your first priority then fax to: (905) 427-9147. THE DAVIES PLACEMENT Agency is seeking qualified personnel for the following job fields: Dental, Medical, Other Health Fields, Veterinary, Le- gal, Hairstyling and Esthetics, Office Admin, General and Skilled Labour. Other career fields also welcome. No Fee to join. Contact (905)404–2511 or fax (905)436-2121. Employers seeking staff can seek further information at (905)579-7480. Hotel/Restaurant540 EXPERIENCED CHEF,short order, prep line cooks required for daily restaurant and banquet hall. Some basic knowledge of kitchen functions for banquet required. Fax resume to (905) 433-7996. MASSEY'S RESTAURANT re- quires full time experience preferred servers. Apply in person with resume 774 Liv- erpool Road South, Pickering. SERVER required Fine dining experience an asset. Please call (905)428-9778. Houses For Sale100 OSHAWA SEMI - $128,900. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, main fl. fm. rm. and laundry. New custom pine and ceramic kitchen, new carpets, paint, roof. Gas furnace, a/c. Large backyard, parking for 3 cars. Convenient to Oshawa Hospi- tal, City Hall and downtown. Call 905-579-6362 after 4 pm/ anytime weekend. Open House Sun. April 8th, 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 pm. 23 Brock St. E. BOWMANVILLE-private, im- maculate 2-storey, 2750sq.ft, 4-lg bedrooms, 3-baths, fami- lyroom, 2-fireplaces, large kitchen, huge lot, ceramics, new carpet family+livingroom, finished basement, double garage, C/A+V, hot-tub +deck. $259,700 OBO. 905-623-9386 CAMERON LAKE-Spectacular cottage/home (over 3,000sqft) 105' waterfront, open concept, 1.5 baths, 2-fireplaces, large recroom with pooltable, screened porch, garage. Dock incl. MUST SEE! Ask: $164,500. 613-758-2289 email: baker@bancom.net NORTHEAST OSHAWA 2- bedroom brick bungalow, di- ningroom, large lot backing onto park. Quiet neighbour- hood, near all amenities. Hardwood floors, paved drive, new roof, $143,900. (905)720–2307 OSHAWA/WHITBY BORDER- 3 bedroom/2-bath semi, fin- ished basement w/walkout, c/ air/vac. 12'x16' deck over- looking woods. 110' lot on award-winning court. Move-in condition. $146,900. 905-723- 8254. N.E. OSHAWA, bright, clean, 3-bedroom semi, large eat-in kitchen, new roof, furnace, windows, quiet court, near amenities and schools. $135,900. Call (905)728–8060. PICKERING,Bayly/Liverpool area, 3+ bdrm bungalow on quiet street, 1 1/2 baths, up- dated eat-in kitchen, in-law suite, close to Go, 401 and shopping, walk to lake. $181,900. Call (905)420–4252 BOWMANVILLE,3 bedroom, 4 pc., bath, close to schools/ park. New oak laminates and carpet. Partially finished basement, with rough in bath. $149,000. 905-623–0581. EAST OSHAWA SEMI,3-bed- rooms, large fenced yard, near 401, new roof & drive- way. $124,900. Call (905)721- 0601 for more info. Absolutely no agents. (snp) 3-BEDROOM SIDESPLIT,2 fireplaces, brick & aluminum siding, fenced, great location. Harmony Rd. S. area. $189,000. (905)986–4059. LOW OR 0$ DOWN,4-closed homes, tax and share of sales, financing available. Toll free 1-800-882-3381. VICTORIAN STYLE home: 3- bdrms., 2-livingrooms, di- ningroom, large kitchen, woodstove. Walk-out to large patio. Ample parking, mature trees. Near YMCA. Offers near last selling price of $129,000 (905)579–1694 Office & Business space150 2,200 SQUARE FEET of office space available immediately in Bobcaygeon, $800 per month plus utilities. Call Anne Houston (705)749-3383 450 SQ. FT. - $325/MONTH WITH ONE MONTH FREE!! Prime location, 922 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa. Immediate possession. Call Steve 905- 576–6999 OFFICE SPACE with recep- tionist. Available in Courtice, Health Professional preferred. Everything included. Available immediately. Please call Courtice Chiropractic @ 905- 404–2838. OSHAWA PRIME DOWN- TOWN retail location, 2 stor- ey, 1,400 sq. ft., $1,600 per mo. (905) 706-4133 (cell) (905) 728-9465. (res) UXBRIDGE small profession- al office space available on Toronto Street. $1000 inclu- sive Available immediately. Call 905-683-5117 ask for Abe Fakhourie. Business Opportunities160 $$ GOVERNMENT - Funds$$ Grants and loans information to start and expand your busi- ness or farm. 1-800-505-8866. ALL CANADIAN COMPANY!! First come, first serve. Only few spaces left. A must - see solid business opportunity. No Selling! Part time. Earn $55,000/year. Min. invest. $16,800. Free Broch. 1-888- 335-7533 ARE YOU CONNECTED? Internet Users Wanted! $350 to $800. PER WEEK. www. cyberindependentlifestyles. com BEAUTY SALON - Oshawa, 5 chairs, esthetician, nail tech, massage, established 4 years, asking $45,000. Ran- dolph Lengauer, Sutton Group (905) 436–0990 BUSINESS FOR SALE Tutor- ing Centre, Grades 1 - OAC. Includes teaching materials, resources, Furniture, etc. Math, English, Science. 905- 619-0833. Apts. & Flats For Rent170 1 BEDROOM basement apart- ment plus sunroom available ASAP. Separate entrance, kitchen, bathroom. Close to 401 and all amenities. $700 utilities included. 509-2216 or (416) 729- 3999. WESTNEY AND ROSSLAND, 2 bedroom walkout basement apartment, $875 monthly. 4 appliances, 2 parking, no smoking/pets, available May lst. lst/last, references. Call anytime 427–7388 2-BEDROOM basement apartment near PTC/GO, sep- arate entrance, laundry, large living room, master bedroom, ceramic floor. Prefer working person. Avail. May 1st or ear- lier . First & last. Non-smoker. $820/mo. inclusive. (905) 839–2194. 401 /WHITES, cosy, bright 1- bedroom (suitable for 1), walk to stores, main-level walk-out to deck. Private entrance, parking, fireplace, no smok- ing/pets, references, $750/ mo., 1st/last, 905-839–5378, after 7pm. WHITBY GARDENS UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT -One and two bedroom apartments available in quiet modern, mature building. Utilities in- cluded. Laundry facilities and parking available. No pets. Call (905)430-5420. BEAUTIFUL BACHELOR apartment non-smoking, no pets. $450 monthly. Available May 1st. Contact Neil (905)213–1801 BRIGHT HUGE 2 level 2 bed- room basement apartment, 1200sq/ft, new kitchen, fire- place, digital cable, laundry/ parking/utilities included. $950/monthly. 1st/last. Liver- pool/Hwy#2. Avail May 1st. Gail 905-831-1696. CEDAR/WENTWORTH - 2 bdrm spacious main floor du- plex. Clean, quiet, near shops & transit. Ravine. 2 parking & utilities incl. $790/month. Avail. May 1st. (416)439– 1396. CENTRAL OSHAWA, Two large 2-bedrooms $825, May & June 1st. 3-bedroom, $950, June 1st in well-maintained building, close to all ameni- ties. Please call (905)723- 0977 9a.m.- 6p.m. BRIGHT ONE-BEDROOM basement apt. Separate en- trance, parking, a/c, cable, close to bus stop. $600/ month. No smoking/pets. First & last. Prefer 55+ gentlemen. Avail immediately. (905)839– 3732. CHARMING 2 BDRM apt in beautiful century home. Avail June 1. To select long term tenant only. Excellent North Oshawa neighborhood. $750. includes heat & laundry. (905)439–8893. COZY 1-BEDROOM APT w/ den, original trim & quaint loft. Walk to Oshawa Hosp. Avail- able immediately. Suit adult. No pets/smoking. First/last. References. $775 + hydro. 905-579-5219. DOWNTOWN WHITBY - two bedroom $725 hydro extra May lst / June lst. One bed- room $725 inclusive. July lst. Both include heat, air, laundry one parking. All hardwood floors, no pets, adult building. lst. last, references (905) 430–8327 GORGEOUS CONDO, 2-bed- rooms+ den, 2 mins. N. 401 in Oshawa, faces ravine, 5 ap- pliances, ceramic tiles, 30ft. balcony, underground parking, all inclusive. Adults, no dogs, May 1st. $995 first/last,refer- ences. (905)728–0502, (905)725-2624 LOVELY 2-BDRM basement apt. for rent, Avail.June 1st, Westshore area, own laundry & storage area, parking, sep- arate-entrance, ac, broad- loom, en-suite bathroom, suit mature-working couple +/or single female preferred, no smoking/pets, $810/inclusive. Please call evenings 420- 3509 to arrange an appoint- ment. OSHAWA NEWLY decorated 2 bedroom, close to 401, upper of house, $650/month, inclu- sive except cable. References +first/last Avail. May 1, 905- 987-3043 between 6&9 pm. NO PETS, NO SMOKING. Furnished 1-bedroom apart- ment in Ajax. Near bus, shop- ping, all amenities. Available immediately. Female pre- ferred. Call (905)428–7266 between 4-10p.m. TWO BEDROOM apt. for May 1st. Conveniently located in Uxbridge in adult occupied building. Appt. to view call 905-852-2534. OSHAWA - Ritson/Athol, ni- cely decorated 1-bdrm, top floor of house. Clean, quiet, first & last, references. Park- ing, no pets. Avail. May 1. $795/month all inclusive. Brian 416-351-9512. OSHAWA SIMCOE/TAUNTON 3 bedroom multi-level condo. Laundry facilities. 1 parking, clean building, no pets, $925 plus hydro. Avail May 1st. First/last (416) 493–9309. OSHAWA bachelor, attic of house, private entrance, park- ing, stove, fridge, microwave, Adelaide/Mary area. Asking $475 inclusive. lst/last, no pets. Call (905)728-3481 or (905)436-6085 PICKERING-ROUGE Base- ment apt., high ceilings, bright, large, 1-bedroom, 4pc. bath/jacuzzi, fireplace, ap- pliances, parking, single non- smoking, no pets, avail. April 16, $675 +utilities, first/last, (905)509–5548. OSHAWA Quiet building near shopping, transportation. Utilities included. Simcoe/Mill 2 bedroom avail May 1st $795; 1 bedroom avail April 1st & June 1st, $699. (905)436-7686 until 7:30pm. SPACIOUS one bedroom upper level apt. Beautiful country set- ting in Solina. $625 per month inclusive. Non-smoker. Available May 1st. 8 min. to 401 (E. of Courtice). Phone 905-263-4739. SPACIOUS well-maintained 2 bedroom apts. Avail. at 900 and 888 Glen St. Some with walk-in closets, paint provided. Close to schools, shopping centre, GO Station. Utilities included. Call (905)728-4993. NORTH OSHAWA Very clean one bedroom basement apt., no smoking/pets, parking, shared laundry, a/c, utilities included, female preferred. Available imm- ediately, $600/mth, first & last. (905) 579-6157 or (905)725- 4832 WHITBY - 1 bedroom basement apartment. $650/monthly + hydro. 1st & last. No pets. Non- smoker. Available May 1st. Call 905-666-2745. WHITBY Large, clean, 2 bedroom, near schools & parks, well-main- tained building, large parking area, $925 all inclusive, first/last required, 905-666-8456. WHITBY,Dundas & Cochrane, Avail. Immediately, two large 3- bedroom multi-level, family apartments. Hardwood, newly refinished. Near school, shop- ping, transit. Call Joanne 905- 666-4145 leave message WHY rent when you can own your own home for less than you think?!! Call Dave Haylock Sales Rep. Re/Max Summit Realty (1991) Ltd. (905) 668-3800 or (905) 666-3211. Houses For Rent185 A-ABA-DABA-DO,100% Financing. Be your own landlord. Limited time. Minimum family income $30,000 OAC. Great Rates. Call Ken Collis, Associate Broker, Coldwell Banker RMR Real Estate (905)728-9414 or 1-877-663-1054 email:kcollis@trebnet.com A ABSOLUTELY ASTOUNDING 6 months free, then own a house from $600/month o.a.c. Up to $5,000 cash back to you! Require $30,000+family income and good credit. Short of down payment? Call Bill Roka, Sales Rep. today! Re/Max Spirit (905) 728-1600, 1-888-732-1600. AJAX - IMMACULATE 3 bdrm house, 2 baths, 1 powder room. Very clean, lots of upgrades. Close to all amenities. Non- smoking, no pets. $1,400/ month. Call (416) 727–8061. 3+1 SEMI,King & Wilson 2 appliances, 1-1/2 baths, fenced yard, parking. No Pets. Avail immediately. $950/month + utili- ties. 905-430-0249. AN UNBEATABLE DEAL!From $500. down, own your own home starting at $69,900 carries for less than rent. OAC. 24 hrs free recorded message 905- 728-1069 ext 277. Coldwell Banker RMR Real Estate. Aurelia Rasanu. AJAX BEAUTIFUL 3 bedroom mainfloor, semi bungalow, air conditioning, quiet crescent, laundry, parking, no pets, non smoking, first/last, references $995 plus, avail. May 1st. 905- 686–8104 BROOKLIN 3-BEDROOM execu- tive townhouse, excellent loca- tion, amenities incl. central air, fireplace, 1-1/2 baths, garage, designer kitchen featuring patio doors to deck, 5 appliances, plus window treatments. $1200+ util- ities. Available May 1st. References, lease required. (905)666–0684. DOWNTOWN OSHAWA large mainfloor 2 bedroom, duplex, equipped, $800/month +utilities. 905-725-3090 HARWOOD/HWY 2 area. Main & upper floor. Parking, laundry facilities, close to bus stop, ref- erences needed. $1200/ month + percentage of utilities. May 1st. Call (905)751–6211 HOUSES FOR RENT in Pickering, Whitby, Ajax, Oshawa, Bowman- ville and surrounding areas. Rent from $1,100 to $5,000 per month plus utilities. Call Garry Bolen, Sutton Group Status at 905-436-0990 (must ASK for Jan Van Driel for info and sched- uling). NEW 2-BEDROOM all brick bun- galow for rent in desirable North Oshawa area. Available May 1st. First/last required. $1200 per month. Call (905)576–5686. OSHAWA, Harmony/Hillcroft area, Available June 1st. Clean, main level 3bdr semi, some appliances included,a/c,x-large shed/fenced yard/ deck. No smokers/Pets. $950 plus utilities First/Last Required. 905-404- 1748. PICKERING - near Go, open- concept beauty, 3 bedrooms, upper-level backsplit, detached bungalow, hardwood, parking, 5 appliances, a/c, non-smoking/ pets/references/first/last. $1200 +utilities. Available April. 905- 837-8237 lv. message. WHITBY downtown 3-bedroom semi. Top 2 floors. All appliances and utilities included. Share laun- dry. $1200. Also 1-bedroom basement apartment. Newly ren- ovated. Separate entrance. $700 inclusive. Call after 6 pm 905- 706-5200 AJAX - Brand new townhouse. Underground garage. 3 bed- rooms, 2 1/2 baths. Available May 1st from $1500/mo. Call 905-686-0681. Housing Wanted191 WANTED 3-4 BEDROOM Port Perry area. Call 905-440-8095 Rooms For Rent & Wanted192 FURNISHED ROOM in quiet north Oshawa home, share facilities. First, last & refer- ences. $95/week. Suitable for working adult or student. Avail. immediately (905)718– 3567. 401/ WHITES ROAD clean quiet basement bedroom t.v, phone, parking, laundry facili- ties, shared bathroom, work- ing male preferred. Meals in- cluded, $600/month first/last. 905-831-9460. LARGE Room for a butler. Separate entry. Ideal for ma- ture single. Must be profes- sional. Preferable male. Non- smoker/no pets. Avail May 1st. $450/mnth inclusive over lost. References. Call 905- 427-4988 UNFURNISHED ROOM for rent in south Pickering. $360/ month, share kitchen & bath- room, parking available, walk to GO. Bus at door. 905-420– 9270 Shared Accommodation194 AJAX newly renovated 2 room basement for rent, shared facilities, laundry, large yard/ deck, near lake, parking, non- smoking, utilities included. Furnished $575, Unfurnished $525. 905-428–9315 PINETREES,ravine lot. Share house with professional. Ju- nior executive home in Cour- tice. Minutes to 401. Free parking, cable, laundry. Own bathroom. $450. Non smokers only! Call (905) 579-5202. SHARED ACCOMMODATION near GM. Bedroom, share rest of house. $425/monthly. 1st & last. No smoking/pets/child- ren. Suit working male or fe- male. Includes Laundry. 905- 576-9386. WHITBY - Shared accommo- dation in clean quiet home in a family oriented area. Suit- able for young professional. References required. $550/ month inclusive. First & last. (905)665-1522. Rentals Outside Canada205 ATTENTION SNOWBIRDS:A perfect family vacation home in Clearwater Florida. 3 bed- room townhouse, pool, jacuz- zi, tennis court, pond, BBQ, private yard, close to beach and golfing. Available now. For info. & photos (905) 579-3788. CLEARWATER FLORIDA, 2-3- bedrooms furnished manu-fac- tured homes. Heated pool, hot tub near beaches & major attrac- tions. Children welcome. Photos. $275/week (less than motel) Call (905)683–5503 Mobile Homes & Parks210 1996 - 33-ft with 12-foot tip-out Terry trailer currently on quiet street at Cedar Beach Trailer Park, Musselman's Lake. A1 condition. $18,500. 852-6306 Campers, Trailers,Sites215 26FT. CARRILITE Fifth Wheel. Top-of-the-line. Insulated for winter travel. Air, etc. Sleeps 6, twin beds. 1 owner, used only 3 times in Florida. $16,500. 905- 349-2594 Snowmobiles233 1980 SKIDOO BLIZZARD,good track, seat with Formula suspen- sion, engine needs work. $300 OBO. 705-328-1613 snp 1994 ARCTIC CAT 580 ZR, new clutch, H/T warmers, 144 studs, Fox shocks. Great condition. Fast. $3000 obo. or trade for vehicle of equal value. 905-623- 9316 or 705-328-0402 Pools & Supplies234 EARLY BIRD SPECIAL. 20ft Kayak Pools with deck and fence, limited quantities. $4995. install- ed, 25 year warranty. Call (716) 798-7509, 1-800-668-7564. Resorts Camps235 BEAUTIFUL SETTING, Lake Seymour 2, 3 & 4 bedroom cot- tages, fully-equipped. Pool, fish- ing, store. Affordable weekly rates. Campbellford, 2 hours N/E of Toronto. 1-888-813-2212 www.woodlandestate.com Hobbies & Crafts237 CRAFTERS WANTED at "The Gift & Craft Showplace" located in the Courtice Flea Market, 4 km. east of Oshawa (approx. 6000 people attending each weekend). Let us show & sell your crafts directly to the public. You do not have to be there. Rent starts at $24/month. Call 905-436-1024. Articles For Sale310 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. 1997 HONDA GENERATOR XL12D - 3 cyl., industrial, low hours, excellent shape, valued at $15,000 sacrifice for $6,000. Call 905-655–5092 250 GALLON Saltwater estab- lished Reef aquarium. Dis- plays 7'x7'x3' with tank, light- ing hood and cabinet. All equipment, livestock and cor- als included. $3,000. Email: klintner1@home.com or call 905-436-0831 ATTENTION:THIS IS A PUB- LIC NOTICE - Year End Liqui- dation Sale. All JVC home theatre systems 2 channel stereo 5.1 surround system must go. Only $100. per unit in packages. Single unit $150; Receiver must include suffi- cient speakers. Super digifine high end JVC tuners, amplifi- ers, CD players, cassette decks, turntables, signal pro- cessors, VCRs, DVD players, televisions. 90 day layaway. Oshawa Stereo 579–0893 MOVING SALE (Last week EVERYTHING MUST GO) Gas dryer $145; Sofa $65; 3-piece wall unit $325; 9-piece antique mahogany bedroom suite $4500; Dressers $45; Pic- tures+prints $10-$390; TV $75; 1 single bed $135; Wicker single headboard $40; Wine making bottles; Walnut table and chairs (1930) $425; Table (1880) $225; Many other an- tiques and household items. Bowmanville 905-986-0869 AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES AT HANK'S APPLIANCES. Dryers $149/up. Washers $175/up. Fridges $99/up. Stoves, apt.-size & 30", reg/ self-cleaning, gas $149/up. Large selection gas dryers. Amana refrigerator, bottom freezer, must see. Side-by- sides, this weeks special, only $349. Parts, sales, serv- ice, barbecue parts. 426 Sim- coe St. S. (905)728-4043. DSS SATELLITE- H-Card bootloader $100, Freeze Fix $25, Open HU-Card $300, Programing $80, Systems $450, Loader $1100. We buy dead H-cards. Call (905)427– 1416. ANTIQUE MARBLE facade fireplace with cast iron insert. (905)721–1703 (snp) ANTIQUE PEDESTAL sink, dainty size with brass faucets. (905)721–1703 (snp) 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. BLACK MILKYWAY sofa, chair, love circle, ottoman & glass cocktail tables. 3pc. black lacquer wall system, all trimmed in gold. Paid $5000 new, asking $1500. 905-440- 9447 BRIDAL GOWN - One of a kind Alfred Sung designer gown w/veil. Size 10. Never worn. Exquisite, must be seen. Purchased at Ritché, Toronto. Paid $1995; asking $750. Ac- cessories available. Serious inquiries only. 905-576-7076 between 3:30-6:30 BUNK-BEDS - Blue wood stain, with 2 mattresses, $240. Call after 6 p.m. 905- 683-9534 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 surround- ing area. Credit Cards Accepted Call Sam 905-686-1772. CARPETS! CARPETS!CARPETS! 3 ROOMS COMPLETELY CAR- PETED $299. (30 yrds.) NO HID- DEN COSTS!!! Commercial car- pet at $4.95 yd. Berber carpet at $7.50 yd. 40 oz. Saxony carpet at $11.50 yd. Free shop at home services. 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 CLAY HOUSE BRICKS,large variety, small quantities 500 and under 40cents each, 500& over 30cents each (905)728– 0313. COMMERCIAL SCALE, load cell capacity, up to 50 lbs., $500. Call 905-373-0374. COMPATIBLE INK JET CAR- TIDGES. Epson, Cannon & others. ie: Cannon 4000, 3 black/1 colour $35; 2 black/2 colour $45. Repair on moni- tors, printers, laptops, etc. Pick-up & delivery. Call (905)619-9938 email: lash@idirect.com COMPUTER -PENTIUM, 64Mb RAM, 3Gb HDD, 32x CD, SVGA colour monitor, MS wheel mouse, modem, ergo. keyboard. Comes with lots of software & games loaded, also includes hutch-style desk. $450. Call 905-686-9594 COMPUTER SPECIALS,17" Dell monitor $149, 15" $99, Ink jet printers from $49 W/Sys- tem, Dell Pentium laptop $499, complete Pentium inter- net starter system $299. Low- est prices on P3 & P4 sys- tems. 16 years experience. We love doing upgrades and difficult repairs. (905)655– 3661. DIRECT TV EMULATION sys- tems, the only way to protect your H card. Don't speculate - emulate! We also buy black Sunday H cards. Call Mack (905)837-2292. DIRECT TV SYSTEMS,all channels open $379. HU Cards programmed $299. In- stallation available (Durham Region) Call (905)259-0320. DIRECT TV, Boot strap $110. H & HU programming avail- able. Complete systems available. Call (905)767-8571, Whitby. DSS SYSTEMS - Sale on HU test cards and programming. Boot loaders. Dish Network programmers. Dish Network and DTV Systems available. Website caribdss.com email: caribdss@yahoo.com or Call (905)426-9578. FORTESS 2000FS electric scooter, excellent condition, asking $1500 OBO. Folding walker, $100 OBO. Call Rick 905-837-5411 GE FRIDGE and stove, $350 pair, 8 x 10 wool Indian rug, rose $250., antique wicker pram $125. older dresser, 3 drawer $75. Telephone (905) 427–0584 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. HOT TUB 4-person fiberglass, cover, skirt, $1800. Brand new RCA-27" TV $350. Kenmore washer $250, dryer $100. New gas weedwacker or leaf-blow- er, 24cc $100-each. Pentium- 166 computer, loaded $350. 905-439-4789 KELVINATOR washer and dryer, almond, good condition, Uxbridge, $400/set. Call 905- 852-1481 MEDI-SCOOTER ultramatic, blue, new batteries, charger, carrier, $800. Also deluxe walker w/carrier, adjustable commode, bed rails, bath sit- ting board. Take all $1000. Call 905-427–8752 after 4pm NINTENDO 64 RACING Wheel, V3FX vibration feed- back, tilt, separate pedals, adjustable sensitivity, pro- grammable, only used once, in box. Selling with racing game "Roadsters", excellent graphics and options. $50 for the package. Call 905-686- 9594 PIANO 50 yrs old. 52" upright Mason & Risch. Good tone/ condition. Ivory keys. $950. 905-430-8914. 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. March Break Special on now. Check out the web at www.barbhall.com or call Barb at 905-427-7631. Visa, MC, Amex. PIANOS/CLOCKS.Spring Sale on for the month of April - on all Roland digital pianos and Samick acoustic pianos and all Howard Miller clocks.. Large selection of used pianos (Yamaha, Kawai etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental pay- ments apply. Call TELEP PIANO (905) 433-1491. www.Telep- Piano.com WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! PLAYSTATION MOD CHIPS PS1 - $35., PS2 from $75. All work guaranteed. Install while you wait. Also avail. one PS2 mod- ed with 10 games $650. Beat- rice/Wilson area (905) 721-2365 RENT TO OWN new and recondi- tioned appliances, and new T.V's. Full warranty. Paddy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798- 5502. RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT for sale. 1 gas deep fryer, 1 chicken deep fryer, microwave and 2 pop coolers. Also dishes available. Prices negotiable. Call 905-666- 7575 SATELLITE and security system specials from $99. 16 years experience. We design and install systems to meet your needs. (905)655–3661 SCOOTER, FORTRESS 2001, like new, new battery plus charg- er, locking system, $1500 or nearest offer. Call (905) 668–7944 or (905)668-6695. SHUTTERS - 34 SETS of bifold- ing louvered pine window shut- ters, 21"x43" each. (905)721–1703 (snp) 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 HAND- CRAFTED MENNONITE FURNI- TURE in addition to our own lines...Traditional Woodworking is the leading manufacturer 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..Remem- ber..."There is no Substitute for Quality"...Traditional Woodwork- ing...115 North Port Road (South off Reach Road), Port Perry...905-985-8774.... www. traditionalwoodworking.on.ca SHEDMAN-Quality wooden sheds 8' X 8' barn kit, only $299. plus tax. Many other sizes and styles available. Also garages. 761 McKay Rd. Unit 3, Pickering. For more info. call 905-619- 2093. DTV SATELLITE SYSTEMS $450 all channels open. HU card pro- gramming $80 privately coded. 2 month warranty. Boot loaders to make your H card work again $120. 7 days per week, 9 a.m. - 11 p.m. (905) 655-7730 Brooklin. Toronto (416) 737- 9900. House calls for seniors available. $20. extra. BACKSTREET BOYS, N'SYNC, U2, Eric Clapton, Roxy Music, TICKETS FOR SALE- also Toronto Maple Leafs, Toronto Raptors. Also will buy Leafs, Raptors & concert tickets. Telephone (905)626-5568 TOOLS, tools, tools.for all trades, antique, collectables, user, kitchen collectables, scien- tific instruments, much more. Sunday April 8th. Tools of the Trades Show/Sale, 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering, Ont. 10-3:30. $4. 519-293-3171 or 613-839- 5607. YAMAHA mini stereo system $250, Echo gas hedge trimmer, only used for 1 hour $600. Call 905-431-0117. SCRATCH AND DENT - Variety of new appliances, 5 cu. ft freezers, $199. Full manufacturers war- ranty. Reconditioned fridges $195 / up, reconditioned ranges $125/ up, reconditioned dryers $125 / up, reconditioned wash- ers $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. Reconditioned 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 Wanted315 ANTIQUES?Absolutely!Advice- always valuable, usually free! Purchasing outright, estates w/some antique contents, (no limit to value considered), collec- tions of any sort, quantities or single antique items. Special interest in Moorcroft pottery. I'll try to respond to all queries. Robert Bowen Antiques- Brooklin, Ontario. (905)655- 8049 or (905)242-0890. Sick of RENTING? 1st Time Buyer? Professional Renter? Honest Answers....! Professional Advice...! To “Own” Your Next Home! Mark Stapley Sales Rep. 1-800- 840-6275 OFFICE(905)619-0663Ability Real Estate Ltd. Direct Free Call Rent-to own program available The Kaitlin Group OWN YOUR OWN HOME IN BOWMANVILLE FOR ONLY $600/mth Including Maintenance Fees. Just $500 Initial Deposit Studio Suites $79,990 1-bedrooms $89,990 2-Bedrooms $99,990 FREE Appliances Pkg Call (905) 427-8605 or (905) 697-0792 CLINIC MANAGER required for laser clinic RN, RPN, or certified Electrologist. Full-Time position. Please send resumes to File #671 P.O. Box 481 865 Fairwell St. in Oshawa L1H 7L5 PAGE 28-THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, APRIL 6, 2001 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net FURNITURE APPLIANCES & ELECTRONICS SALES PERSON REQUIRED IF YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES, WE WANT TO TALK TO YOU! JOIN THE BAD BOY FAMILY AND YOU WILL ENJOY BAD BOY’S COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION AND A GENEROUS BENEFIT PACKAGE! PLEASE APPLY IN PERSON, NO PHONE CALLS 1540 DUNDAS STREET, EAST, WHITBY WHO’S BETTER...NOOOBODY!NOOOBODY!530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents RN's & RPN's F/T & P/T experienced in LTC. Computer literacy an asset. Fax or Mail resume to: Director of Resident Care Sunnycrest Nursing Home 1635 Dundas St. E. Whitby, Ont. L1N 2K9 Fax: 905-576-4712 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental CAMPINN ON DUCK LAKE Seasonal Camping only 70 miles North of Toronto • X-Large Shaded • Large Pool Campsites • Weekly Bingo • Hydro & Water & Dances • Good Fishing • Video Arcade • Playgrounds • Laundromat • Modern Facilities • Baseball Field • Conv. Store Summer Season $ 795 (905) 294-2900 www.campinn.ca 235 Resorts, Camps 235 Resorts, Camps 540 Hotel/Restaurant 103 Private Sales 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 190 Townhouses For Rent 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, APRIL 6, 2001-PAGE 29 AJAX New Testament Church of God PENTECOSTAL 95 MaGill Dr., McLean Community Centre Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Worship Service - 11:00 a.m. Rev. Christie, Pastor (905) 434-2716 Pickering Pentecostal Church 755 Oklahoma Dr. 905-839-1302 http://www.pickeringpentecostal.com Holy week Services with Rev. David Forrest April 8 Palm Sunday 8:00 AM, 9:30 AM, 11:30 AM & 6:30 PM April 9 - 12 Monday to Thursday 7:30 PM April 13 Good Friday 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM April 15 Easter Sunday 10:30 AM at THE PICKERING RECREATION COMPLEX 1867 Valley Farm Road PPC - “a safe place for people on their way back to God” E A S T E R S E R V I C E S APRIL 13 ~ GOOD FRIDAY 9:00 A.M. - CHILDREN’S - STATIONS OF THE CROSS 11:00 A.M. - SOLEMN LITURGY OF THE LORD’S PASSION COMMUNION “WALK WITH THE LORD TO CALVARY, SO WE MAY JOYFULLY GREET HIM, THE RISEN CHRIST, AT EASTER.” 1201 ST. MARTIN’S DR., PICKERING. SOUTH OF BAYLY ST., ONE BLOCK WEST OF LIVERPOOL RD. 905-839-4257 netcomsolutions-ont.com/st_martins HOLY WEEK AT ST. MARTIN’S (ANGLICAN) RECTOR: THE REV. MILLIE HOPE HON. ASSISTANT: THE VEN. COLIN JOHNSON APRIL 14 - HOLY SATURDAY 7:30 P.M. ~ THE GREAT VIGIL SUNDAY APRIL 15 - EASTER DAY 9:00 A.M. CHORAL EUCHARIST (BCP) 10:30 A.M. CHORAL EUCHARIST (BAS) TUES., APRIL 10 7:30 P.M. ~ STATIONS OF THE CROSS ~ HOLY EUCHARIST (BAS) WED., APRIL 11 7:00 A.M. ~ LENTEN LITURGY (Light Breakfast Follows) 10:15 A.M. HOLY EUCHARIST (BCP) APRIL 12 ~ MAUNDY THURSDAY 7:30 P.M. AGAPÉ SUPPER RITUAL WASHING OF FEET STRIPPING OF THE ALTAR RESERVATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT SOLEMN EUCHARIST (BAS) APRIL 8 - THE SUNDAY OF THE PASSION/PALM SUNDAY 9:00 A.M. - BLESSING OF THE PALMS, PROCESSION, HOLY EUCHARIST (BCP) 10:30 A.M. - LITURGY OF THE PALMS, PROCESSION, CHORAL EUCHARIST (BAS) Revivaltime Tabernacle Durham A Family Oriented Community Church. The Church That Love is Building and Where Miracles are Happening 550 Kingston Rd., Pickering If we could be of any assistance to you, please call us at 905-837-7791 WEEKLY ACTIVITIES: Monday 7:30PM Prayer Meeting Tuesday 7:30PM Bible Study Friday 7:30PM Youth Group Sunday 10:00AM Sunday School (All ages) 11:00AM Worship Service 6:30PM Evening Praise & Worship Please join us for our following Services Palm Sunday ~ 11:00 am Good Friday ~ 11:00 am Easter Sunday ~ 11:00 am Wishing you the peace that can only come from the King of Kings and Lord of Lords ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN 35 Church St. North Pickering Village 905- 683-7311 Breakfast - 8:30 a.m. Worship Service - 10:00 a.m. Dr. Everett Briard - Interim Minister EVERYONE WELCOME Palm Sunday - April 8 Easter Sunday - April 15 Bible Study - 9:15 a.m. Sunday Family Worship - 10:30 a.m. Supervised Nursery - Sunday School Good Friday - April 13 SUNDAY OF THE PASSION & HOLY WEEK 9:00 a.m. - Holy Eucharist with distribution of palms 10:30 a.m. - Solemn Eucharist, Procession, distribution of palms & Narrative Passion Gospel MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY - 7:30 P.M. Holy Eucharist MAUNDY THURSDAY 7:30 p.m. - Holy Eucharist of the Institution of the Lord’s Supper, Ritual Washing of Feet, stripping & washing of the altar, reservation of the Blessed Sacrament GOOD FRIDAY 9:30 a.m. - Service for children & young people 11:00 a.m. - Solemn Liturgy HOLY SATURDAY 8:00 p.m. - The Solemn Great Vigil of Easter EASTER DAY 9:00 a.m. - Festival Eucharist 10:30 a.m. - Solemn Festival Eucharist St. George’s Anglican Church Pickering Village Hwy. #2 & Randall Drive Ajax 683-7981 Religion.... * for your mind Dunbarton- Fairport United Church as individual and as families e-mail : dfunited@dunbartonfairport.on.ca www.dunbartonfairport.on.ca/dfunited/ *********************1066 Dunbarton Rd. Pickering, ON L1V - 1G8 (905) 839-7271 * for your soul April 8 - Palm Sunday - 10:30 am April 12 - Maundy Thursday - 7 pm April 13 - Good Friday Drama - “It’s All About Love” - 10:00 am April 14 - Saturday Night Easter Vigil Drop in between 9-11 pm and walk our Labyrinth. Then join us at 11 pm for our service which will conclude at 11:30 pm with the lighting of the New Fire. April 15 - Easter Sunrise - 7 am April 15 - Easter Labyrinth & Meditation - 8:45 - 9:45 am April 15 - Easter Communion 10:30 am Holy Week Services AMBERLEA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH The Family Church 1820 Whites Rd. N., Pickering 839-1383 Rev. Dr. Morley Mitchell EASTER SERVICES: Sunday April 8th 11am - Palm Sunday Service Thursday April 12th 8 pm - Communion Service Friday April 13th 9 am - Good Friday Prayer Breakfast (call 905-839-1696 for tickets) Sunday April 15th 11 am - Easter Sunday Service SPECIAL EVENTS: Sunday April 29th - 7 pm - Spring Sing Holy Week Services Good Friday 11:00 am Worship Easter Sunday 7:30 am Sunrise Service 10:30 am Easter Celebration Peace Lutheran Church 928 Liverpool Rd. (at Bayly) 905-839-3521 EASTER LITURGY SCHEDULE HOLY THURSDAY (NO MORNING MASS) Mass of the Lord’s Supper 7:30 pm GOOD FRIDAY (NO MASSES) Modern Day Way of the Cross procession from St. Mary CSS 10:30 am Passion of the Lord 3:00 pm Station of the Cross’ 7:30 pm HOLY SATURDAY (NO MASSES UNTIL VIGIL) Easter Vigil 8:00 pm EASTER SUNDAY RESURRECTION OF THE LORD MASS SCHEDULE 8:30 am, 10:00 am, 11:30 am, 1:30 pm. 7:30 pm The Church of the Holy Trinity Easter Services 2001 MAUNDY THURSDAY April 12th, 2001 7:30 pm: Ceremony of Foot Washing and Holy Eucharist GOOD FRIDAY April 13th, 2001 9:00 am: The Children’s Presentation of The Stations of the Cross 11:00 am: Solemn Intercession and Meditation on the Cross HOLY SATURDAY April 14th, 2001 7:30 pm: The Great Vigil of Easter EASTER DAY April 15th, 2001 9:00 am: Holy Eucharist 11:00 am: Choral Eucharist PALM SUNDAY (Apr. 8th) Community Celebration 11:00 a.m. Worship PICKERING RECREATION CENTRE Valley Farm Rd. South All Welcome! Children Welcome! Sponsored by St. Paul’s on-the-Hill St. Isaac Joques Catholic Church 1148 Finch Avenue, Pickering L1V 1J6 (905) 831-3353 E A S T E R S E R V I C E S St. Paul’s United Church 65 King’s Crescent Ajax 905-683-4740 Sunday, April 8, 2001 Palm Sunday service 10:30 a.m. Choir Cantata Thursday, April 12, 2001 7:30 p.m. Maundy Thursday evening service with communion Friday, April 13, 2001 11:00 a.m. Good Friday Ecumenical service Sunday, April 15, 2001 Easter sunrise service at lakefront, followed by a pancake breakfast at the church. Family worship at 10:30 a.m. website: www.stpaulsajax.org CANOE WANTED - Must be in good condition. Reasonable price. Call 905-985-2511 WANTED -TOY CARS,trucks, motorcycles. Hot wheels, Sizzlers, Matchbox, Lesley, Dinky, Husky, Corgi and Mod- el car kits. Call evenings 905- 263-2661. WANTED - single snowmobile trailer. Call 720-1742 after 4pm. Garage/ Yard Sales320 GARAGE SALE Furniture and more. 10 Love Cres. Lakedri- veway/Westney Rd area Sat- urday April 7th. From 9 a.m.- 1p.m. Firewood330 KOZY HEAT FIREWOOD,ex- cellent very best quality hard- wood, guaranteed extra long time fully seasoned, (ready to burn) cut & split Honest measurement, free delivery, 905-753-2246. Pet, Supplies Boarding370 AMERICAN ESKIMO Puppies purebred, only 2 males left. Call Casey (905)623-9971. BLACK & YELLOW lab pup- pies. Excellent hunters or companions. Great with child- ren. CKC registered. Hips guaranteed. Champion blood lines. $600. Ready to go now. Call (705)939–2364 PUREBRED 1992 ARABIAN Gelding, Sweepstakes & CAHR papers, Ecstacy x Rosa PASB, excellent breeding, go- ing English, 15hh, 100% sound, call (905)665–7948. Cars For Sale400 1988 SUNBIRD,4 door, emission tested, certified, mint condition asking $1500. Call Odel (905)576–8406 (snp) 1989 CADILLAC DEVILLE,ful- ly loaded, complete new en- gine, 50,000km, excellent condition, cert $4,500. 905- 985-8250 1989 PONTIAC SUNBIRD 4- cylinder, 5-speed, 2-door, black, aluminum rims, factory sunroof, hideaway headlights. 100,000kms, no rust, AM/FM cassette, reliable, economi- cal, clean $2650. certified/ emissions. 905-922-3165 1990 SUNBIRD, 4 door, white, body great, interior in show- room condition, fully loaded, new tires, needs engine and transmission. $500. Must sell. 438–8856 1991 BUICK REGAL, 4 dr, air, cruise, tilt, pw, pl, 225K, cert. and emission tested, asking $3500, must sell 905-434– 0392 1991 PONTIAC TEMPEST, 224km, certified & emission tested, 4 dr, V6, am/fm cas- sette, very clean, must sell, $3000 obo. Call 905-434-0392 1992 HONDA ACCORD EXR - 5 speed, 153k, good condition. Asking $7,200 o.b.o. Certified/ emission tested. Call 416- 833-1955 1992 MUSTANG, excellent condition, 147,000kms. Au- tomatic, p.s, p.w., p.l., am/fm stereo cassette, air, emission tested & certified. $5300. (905)666–1940. 1992 OLDS SIERRA WAGON 87,000kms, V6, auto, air, well- maintained company car, safety +E-tested. Seats still have original slipcovers. $4495. Oshawa Dealer, 83 Ritson Rd.S. Murray 905-718-1808 1993 EAGLE VISION TSI,loaded, V-6, 3.51, automatic, 4 door, 129,000 km, leather seat, power windows, power locks, air, remote keyless entry, alloy wheels, excellent condition, cer- tified. $7,900. Markham (905) 471-8875 1993 FORD TAURUS S H O, extremely rare, excellent condi- tion, fully loaded inside & out. A must to see. $5,000 OBO, Certified. 905-404–4354 1994 ARCTIC CAT 580 ZR, new clutch, H/T warmers, 144 studs, Fox shocks. Great condition. Fast. $3000 obo. or trade for vehicle of equal value. 905-623- 9316 or 705-328-0402 1995 LINCOLN TOWN CAR, Cartier, fully loaded, certified and emission tested, leather interior, 146K, asking $18,000 obo. 905-434-0392. 1995 HONDA CIVIC hatch- back, 144,000 highway km. auto, sunroof, certified/emis- sion tested am/fm cassette, non-smoker lady driven, one owner, no rust (B.C. vehicle) $8500. 905-831-0805 1997 MAZDA 626,auto, 2.0L, pw, pd, pl, antenna, dual air bags, ABS, white with grey in- terior, 74,000km, must sell, very clean, certified, $12,500. 905-666–9774 1997 SATURN STATIONWAGON, DOHC.19L, auto, air, ps, pb, Alloy wheels, fog lights. Will certify, one owner. 94,000K. $11,500 obo. Call 905-985-7128. 1998 NISSAN ULTIMA SE,excel- lent condition, only 29K, loaded, will certify, asking $17,500. 686–2682 2000 CHRYSLER INTREPID, aut, fully loaded, cruise control, 4 dr, colour-green, only 470 km. Asking $20,500. Call 905-725- 7788 or 174 Centre St. N. Oshawa. 2000 HONDA CIVIC DX 1 owner, auto, p.s., brakes, tilt, 3 dr., black. Fabulous opportunity. Must qualify to assume balance of Honda lease. $269/month plus taxes. Call (416)722-4611 or (905)633-7409. 90 TEMPO, 170 kms., $1995, 92 Hyundai Excel, 186 kms., $2995, 92 Pontiac Grand Prix, $2999, 95 Firefly, $4295, listed cars certi- fied & E-tested, Ask about war- ranty, 905-683–7301 or 905- 428-1879, after 6 pm. 91 NISSAN STANZA,burgundy 4 door, 2.4L, 4 cylinder, automatic, overdrive, power windows and door locks, tilt and cruise 261,000kms. Asking $2500 e- test & certified. Phone (905)683–7747. FIND YOUR NEXT used vehi- cle at: durhamwheels.com Cars Wanted405 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 MURAD AUTO SALES. WANTED - GM '98-'99 Montana or Ventura Van, low kms. will consider take over lease or buy out, wheelchair equipped would be an asset. Call 905-434-0392. Trucks For Sale410 1994 FORD F250-XLT truck, Supercab, running board, ton- neau cover, 20,000lb fifth wheel hitch installed +towing hitch. Low mileage. Used only in Florida. $20,500. 905-349-2594 Vans/ 4-Wheel Dirve420 1995 SAFARI, excellent condi- tion, loaded very clean. low kms. $12000. 1990 Astro good condi- tion. asking $3000, both original owners. call 905-263–8414. 1997 FORD F-150 4x4 extended cab excellent condition 119 000 km. Bedliner aluminum cap. $16500. Call 723-8512. 2000 DODGE CARAVAN, 36,000 km. 3.8 V6, am/fm cassette cd, running boards, captain chairs, $19,750 o.b.o. Certified and e- tested. (905)434-2775 or (416)898-8467. Driving Schools447 Announcements255 Public Notices260 EDWARD JOHNSON formerly of 380 Gibb Street, Apt. 716....If the site fees for the past two seasons at Park-wood Beach tent and trailer park are not paid within the next 30 days, your trailers, boat, and motor will be sold to settle this debt. Wilfrid El-dridge. Lost and Found265 FOUND - black and white male shepherd/X in Courtice on March 5th and black and white male husky in Whitby March 20th. Call 905-852-6534 Personals268 DURHAM SINGLES:Join the regions fastest growing singles organization, Personal Growth Seminars, Dinner Theatres, Wine Tasting. Quality people first rate atmosphere. 905-438-1720 www.durhamsingles.com DURHAM'S OWN DATING SERVICE!905-683-1110. Create a private mailbox ad or browse other ads free. Meet a new Friend or Love for life. www.asylumcafe.com LOSE OR GAIN WEIGHT with Natural Herbal Products. 30 day money back guarantee. 1-888-989-2183. Daycare Available273 EXPERIENCED, RELIABLE, safe, happy environment, smoke free fenced yard. I teach the children phoenix. Any age welcome. Altona/ Twyn Rivers. Please leave message (905)509–0179. HOME DAYCARE provided by experienced mom (diploma in childhood/adolescence) Ac- cepting children for summer vacation/kids going to High- bush school. Reasonable rates, limited space. Whites/ Amberlea. (905)831–8502 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. EXPERIENCED DAYCARE TLC, hot meals, snacks. First aid/CPR, no pets, non-smok- ing, near school & parks, Westney Rd. N. close to 401. Bus at door for French Immer- sion. 905-428-0097 Daycare Wanted274 BABYSITTER REQUIRED to care for beautiful and loving 2 year-old, our home Harwood/ Chapman. Starting ASAP. Call Ray or Andy at 905-427-2852 evenings/weekends 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 NANNY WANTED - Live-out caregiver wanted for 2 child- ren ( 3 and newborn). Excel- lent wages and work environ- ment. Part-time or full-time. Professional couple. Stouff- ville. (905)640–0260. Health & Homecare285 Mortgages Loans165 MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any pur- pose. All applications accept- ed. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905) 668– 6805. 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 6.5% for 5 years. Best available rates. Private funds available. Refinancing debt consolidation a specialty. For fast professional service call 905-666-4986/ 905-686- 2557. MONEY PROBLEMS,Get out of debt quick without going bankrupt or being garnisheed. Everyone accepted regardless of credit rating. Call for free information. 905-576-3505. Student loans included. Home Improvements700 Garbage Removal Hauling702 Painting and Decorating710 Moving and Storage715 Lessons752 Adult Entertainment905 HELP WANTED ONE ON ONE LINGERIE MODELING STUDIO • No pictures • No internet • Paid daily • Full time/Part time • No exp. necessary ❀905-431-7155 ❀ GRAND OPENING Brock Spa Private rooms with showers. 1600 Alliance Rd. Unit 12 Pickering 905-831–0526 EXCLUSIVELY YOURS Discover Durham’s Most Reputable Upscale Agency Without the attitude – You Deserve It!!! Quality time is our motto. Discretion Guaranteed Open 9 a.m. daily 725-2322 Selectively Hiring 18+ PIANO & THEORY Tutoring In Your Home R.C. Affiliated 18 yrs experience All levels & theory prerequisite Excellent references (416) 266-2831 Cross Movers Exp. in moving Households • Offices • Apts. Packing Avail. Free Estimates 416-423-0239 905-683-5342 1-877-432-1841 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workman- ship Fast, clean, reliable service. 428-0081 PAINTING & PAPER- HANGING Reasonable rates Interior & exterior Serving Oshawa & surrounding areas for 30 years 725-9884 JW PAINTING Int./Ext. Paper Hanging Serving Durham Region since 1983 Free Estimates JIM WALSH 905-683-5838 GM PAINTING Interior & Exterior 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE FREE ESTIMATES 20% off-Exp. Apr. 30 427–3590 FINAL CALL PAINTING AND DECORATING Spring into summer with a Fresh new look Call the experts Interior/exterior For free in home estimate Call 416-827-7227 All Pro Painting and Wallpapering Stucco ceilings, General repairs, Top quality work at reasonable prices 20% off for Seniors Call for a FREE Estimate 404-9669 QUALITY PAINTING & DECORATING Interior/Exterior Free Estimates 837–9558 GARBAGE REMOVAL CUSTOM DECKS Call ~ Jason 1-888-579-0077 cell 416-274-1590 WORKSCAPE RESIDENTIAL SERVICES For Free Estimates call Bus. (905)619–0801 cell (416)823-5991 Year round service PLUMBER ON THE GO Top Quality Plumbing at Reasonable rates Service and new installations Residential -Commercial No job too big or small Free estimates-over 20 years experience Call 905-837–9722 John's Fencing Wood, chain- link, decks etc. Also Interior work, hardwood floors, Also Complete basements & more Ajax- 905-683–3081 Cell-416-919-4139 The Home Transformation Company Renovations - Additions - Decks & Design 416-839-8097 MINOR & MAJOR REPAIRS Residential • Commercial ELECTRICAL DRYWALL CARPENTRY PAINTING CARPET CERAMIC TILE (905) 426-5301 GET MORE VALUE FOR YOUR DOLLARS! F & M Home Renovations Skilled Carpentry Door Installations Complete Rec Rooms Glass & Screen Repairs Call Matt (905) 420–7394 DURHAM BASEMENTS Apartments, rec. rooms, second kitchens & bathrooms entertainment units, (905)427–6237 Call the specialists WE'RE HERE TO MAKE YOUR LIFE EASIER Having problems finding time to clean your home? For Professional Home Cleaning, call Helen's Home Services today. 427-4385 Fully insured and bonded MARSHALL GROUP HOME IMP. Carpentry, Flooring, Doors, Ceramic, Decks and Siding Free Estimates Seniors Discounts (905) 428-3362 Ask for Paul OVER 30 ALTERNATIVE WAYS of TREATING SEASONAL ALLERGIES, with out expensive over the counter medication. For more information send S.A.S.E. D. Chung, P.O. Box 66035 1355 Kingston Rd. Pickering Ontario, L1V 6P7 NO TIME TO TALK Why not Fax us your ad! You can use your fax machine to send us your advertisement. Please allow time for us to confirm your ad copy and price prior to deadline. One of our customer service representatives will call you. Please remember to leave your company name, address, phone number and contact name. Fax News Advertiser 905-579-4218 S&B DRIVING SCHOOL MTO/OSL Approved insurance course - $259. 10 in car lessons $197 Free pick-up and drop off (416) 287-3060 A & A AUTO Cars, trucks, boats. We pay up to $10,000. 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Get CASH for CDs… Bayly, w. of Harwood (905) 427-7613 PAGE 30-THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, APRIL 6, 2001 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net RANGER LANDSCAPING Lawn Cutting $15 & up Spring & Fall Clean up Trimming / Garden work "Excellent Rates and Excellent Service" GUARANTEED! RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL (905)619-2125 (416)806-1808 735 Gardening Supply, Landscaping 735 Gardening Supply, Landscaping TREE MAINTENANCE & REMOVAL STUMP REMOVAL DAVE 831-7055ALSO Park Avenue 17 Simcoe St. N., 2nd Floor, Oshawa (Between King St. & Bond St.) •25 GORGEOUS LADIES • Feature Dancers • Fitness Models • Lingerie & Bikini Specials • 10 Private Rooms w/Showers, TVs, VCRs • Movie Specials • Satellite TV • Executive Jacuzzi Suite w/Fireplace • Stage & Private Functions • Wet Room (Canada's Only Shower Massage Table) Have your attendant give you a shower massage at the same time. 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RFP 01-02 SUPPLY & INSTALLATION OF BOARD ROOM DATA/VIDEO PROJECTION AND SOUND EQUIPMENT. MANDATORY SITE VISIT: Tuesday, April 17, 2001 at 1:30 p.m. CLOSING DATE: THURSDAY, MAY 3, 2001 Proposal documents are available from the Purchasing Department. The lowest or any proposal not necessarily accepted. D.M. Homeniuk, C. P.P., CPPO Manager of Purchasing The Durham District School Board 400 Taunton Rd. East, Whitby, Ontario LlR 2K6 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, APRIL 6, 2001-PAGE 31 PICKERING RINGETTE ASSOCIATION 2001 - 2002 TRY-OUTS Pickering Rec Complex Thurs. April 12 8:30 pm Wed. April 18 8:00 pm Fri. April 20 6:00 pm Sun. April 22 10:30 am Tween AA/A Wed. April 11 8:30 pm Thurs. April 12 9:00 pm Sat. April 14 4:00 pm Junior AA/A $10 tryout fee per skate. Bring release to skate if required. Info at www.pathcom.com/~pickering CLAREMONT & SURROUNDING AREA Space for Baseball in the following ages: T-Ball = 1995/1996 5 Pitch = 1993/1994 Mite GIRLS = 1991/1992 Peewee BOYS = 1987/1988 Bantam/Midget BOYS = 1982 to 1986 “HEALTH CARD & BIRTH CERTIFICATE NUMBERS REQUIRED” For further information contact: Claremont Youth Sports Association Bob Tran 905-649-2832 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 Athletes in Action & Pro Teach Starts Tuesday, April 10th Held at National Sports Centre in Pickering Pick from 3, 4 week classes (Multi purpose, Pitching & Hitting) To register call: Bob Johnston @ 905-427-5844 or Denny Berni @ 416-812-6793 WWW.PROTEACH.NET Spring Baseball Workshop FINAL REGISTRATION AJAX COMMUNITY CENTRE Sunday, April 8th 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. • More channels, more movies, more sports, more choice • An interactive program guide • Unique specialty channels • A lot more to come UNTIL APRIL 12TH, MON. - FRI. 10 AM - 9 PM, SAT. AND SUN. 12 PM - 5 PM Two great deals from your friendly neighbourhood cable company. Offer ends April 12th, 2001. Offer available only at above location. *Free installation and first month free offer applies only to new Rogers @Home customers and cannot be extended to existing customers. 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SATURDAY, APRIL 7TH, 1 PM - 4 PM FREE INSTALLATION FIRST MONTH FREE* SECOND MONTH FREE 3FREE PAY-PER-VIEW MOVIES** ON NOW ONLY AT PICKERING TOWN CENTRE BRITTON, Mary -At the Extendicare, Osha- wa, on March 29, 2001, in her 80th year. Be- loved mother of Judy and her husband Ro- bert Leigh. Loving grandma of Lisa Breiten- stein, Alison Feaver and Michelle Cocking. Great grandmother of Drew Breitenstein. Survived by sister Janet Tupper (Rev. D.B. Tupper). Predeceased by brothers Harold and Charles Vincent. A celebration of Mary's life will be held at a later date. Arrangements en- trusted to the,McEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, (905) 428-8488. Should family and friends so desire, donations to Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciat- ed. 256 Deaths 256 Deaths Reach the sports department via e-mail al.rivett@durhamnews.net The Ajax-Pickering Raiders Cousins Packaging novice ‘AAA’ rep hockey team brought home the silver medal from the recent OMHA championship held in Richmond Hill. The Raiders were defeated 3-1 in the gold medal game by the defending-champion Richmond Hill Stars, follow- ing play March 30 to April 1. Scoring for the Raiders was Andy Andreoff with assists to Michael Lum Walker and Brett Holmberg. The Raiders went unde- feated in round-robin action, compiling a 2-0-2 record. Ajax-Pickering opened the tourney with a 2-1 victory over Brampton. Colton Kennedy and Holmberg each scored. Assists went to Brett Gilmour,Jared Cowley,Jason Armstrong and Andreoff. Cowley was solid in net. Game 2 pitted the Raiders against Richmond Hill and ended 1-1. Gilmour scored the only goal. Kyle Bradley made timely saves to keep the game tied. The Raiders took on the Guelph Storm in Game 3, playing to a 2-2 tie. Scoring were Ryan Kirk and Andreoff. Assisting were Michael Purcell, Matt Cousins,Armstrong and Lum Walker. In need of a victory in the final round-robin game to advance to the gold medal contest, the Raiders found themselves in a high-scoring battle with the Whitby Wildcats. In the end, the local club prevailed 9-7 thanks to two goals each from Kirk and Gilmour, and singles from Evan Haga, Andreoff, Ryan Brawley, Lum Walker, and Kennedy. Ian Watters, Callum Lynch, Purcell, Armstrong, Kirk, Holmberg, Cousins, Gilmour and Haga each had an assist. The Raiders qualified for the OMHA championship with a 3-2 win over the Central Ontario Wolves in a sudden-death playoff game. Cousins potted the winner with help from Gilmour and Lynch. Also scoring were Brawley, Purcell, Andreoff and Walker. Team officials are coaches Russ Hutchison, Bob Kirk, Bob Purcell and Andy Trudel, along with trainer Dario Marconato and manager Kathy Andreoff. Silver lining for Raiders’ novices at provincials Remember your departed loved ones with a special Easter In Memoriam Publishing Sunday, April 15 Deadline Wednesday, April 11 (905) 683-0707 Ajax/Pickering The Community Newspaper since 1965 Publishing Sunday, April 15 Publishing Sunday, April 15 TO ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE IN THIS SECTION PLEASE CALL AJAX 683-0707 To place your personalized In Memoriam, call 683-0707 (Ajax) and let one of our professional advisors help you. STOP (416) 281-2277 1-800-465-8142MORNINGSIDE AVE.M I L I T A R Y T R A I L 401 2A K I NGSTON R D .KINGS T O N R O A D LAWRENCE AVE E. Hig hland Creek ELLESMERE RD. 4 6 9 5 KKINGSTON RRD . 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