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Pickering mayor reacts to news from Tory throne speech BY KEITH GILLIGAN Staff Writer DURHAM —Ontario Premier Ernie Eves’s first throne speech signalled a new approach to many of the contentious issues that have plagued the Tories the past few years. However, the calls for more sta- bility in funding the provincial health-care system and giving mu- nicipalities the options of issuing bonds generated mixed reactions locally. The speech was delivered Thursday. Ajax Mayor Steve Parish was- n’t surprised by the idea of the ‘op- portunity bonds’ option, noting Mr. Eves had talked about the issue during his leadership cam- paign. Under the plan, govern- ments would be able to generate funds for local infrastructure pro- jects. “It’s another tool municipalities can look to as an alternate to other debt servicing than debentures,” he said. The bonds would be tax-free, allowing municipalities to borrow money at a lower cost, Mayor Parish added. “Everything helps, but a lot Court ruling allows gay teen to attend prom with boyfriend BY MIKE RUTA AND NATALIE MILLER Staff Writers DURHAM ––Marc Hall had his night to remember. Just hours before his class- mates arrived at their high school prom, the Monsignor John Perey- ma Catholic Secondary School student learned he and his date could join them. The beaming blue-haired teen in a white tuxedo emerged from a sleek limousine with his boyfriend in black at an afternoon press con- ference Friday, shortly after the Ontario Superior Court of Justice decision.. Mr. Justice Robert MacKinnon ruled Mr. Hall, a Grade 12 stu- dent, could attend Friday night’s prom with his boyfriend following a two-day hearing earlier this week. Mr. Hall and his partner, 21-year-old Uxbridge resident Jean Paul Dumond, hugged sup- porters at Canadian Auto Workers Local 222 in south Oshawa. “Oh my gosh,” a soft-spoken Mr. Hall, 17, said to a swarm of reporters. “I’m very excited and so happy that we won. We were sit- ting in my kitchen when my lawyer called and I was jumping up and down.” Mr. Hall said he felt “at ease” knowing he could attend the end- of-school dance and “just have fun with my friends and my boyfriend. “I had to fight to get to go to my own prom,” he said. “Finally equality between everybody is be- coming known.” Someone handed Mr. Hall pink and yellow balloons before the pair climbed back into the limo and were whisked away to Trilli- um Trails in Raglan, where the prom was held. Msgr. Pereyma School princi- pal Michael Powers and the board of trustees had previously refused Mr. Hall’s request, saying it would be condoning homosexual behav- iour, forbidden by the Roman Catholic Church. The board maintained it has the right to run its schools according See ECKER page 5 New options for municipalities: Arthurs PICKERING’S COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER SINCE 1965 NEWS ADVERTISER Colton is the apple of Is it a biosolid his family’s eye or is it sludge? NAME DROPPING/12 FEATURE/21 PRESSRUN 44,400 32 PAGES SUNDAY, MAY 12, 2002 OPTIONAL DELIVERY $6/ $1 NEWSSTAND www.blaisdale.com16 mths - grade 8 6 Campuses in Durham Call Head Office 905-509-5005 Best Private School Blaisdale MONTESSORI School As voted by Ajax/Pickering Readers’ Choice Awards OPEN HOUSE - May 14 Westney Campus, 7 pm 20 O’Brien Court, Ajax OPEN HOUSE - May 16 Rougemount Campus, 7 pm 365 Kingston Rd., Pickering NOW OPEN!NOW OPEN! Mon-Thurs 8am-6pm, Fri 8am-4pm, Sat 10am-3pm, Sun 12pm-3pm 239 Station St. HWY. 401 Westney Rd.Harwood Ave.See us from the 401 in Ajax! Pickering Town Centre (905)837-1212 Whitby Mall (905)725-1212 843 King St. W., Oshawa (905)576-1212 Peterborough Portage Place (705)749-1212 ® Hall decision: It’s a date Marc Hall (right) fields questions from media as his boyfriend, Jean Paul Dumond, looks on dur- ing a press conference Friday after a judge’s de- cision allowed him to attend his high school prom. Mr. Hall, a student at Monsignor John Pereyma Catholic Secondary School in Whitby, was told he couldn’t attend with his boyfriend and took the case to the courts. WALTER PASSARELLA/ News Advertiser photo See CATHOLIC page 4 DURHAM ––An un- employed man accused of having bogus RCMP busi- ness cards, various other police paraphernalia and prohibited weapons is charged with impersonat- ing a police officer, after running into the real thing. Durham Regional Police said a 20-year-old local man was wearing a Univer- sity of Toronto Police jack- et when he was stopped Monday night for a routine traffic violation in the area of Burns and Green streets in Whitby. During a search of the car and trunk the officer found an emergency flash- ing light, a police baton, business cards identifying the man as an RCMP sergeant, and Toronto Po- lice T-shirt with badges, said Sergeant Paul Malik. A knife and ‘Ninja’style weapons were also seized, the officer added. The suspect’s residence was also subsequently searched and numerous as- sorted police badges were seized, including RCMP, Sgt. Malik said. Brent Charles Lomer, of Habitat Crescent, is charged with personating police and four counts of possessing a pro- hibited weapon in a motor vehicle. 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In an interview Wednesday, har- bour company president Harold Hough said he has good reasons for holding out. “We’re in the middle of negotiating with the City, we’re trying to get them to cut us some slack on this hearing and if they do there’s a possibility (they could use the property),” he ex- plained. “If they’re going to deny us the use of our own property why should we let them use it? It just does- n’t make sense. We’re at an impasse.” Mr. Hough is referring to the up- coming Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) hearing over development on the east shore of Frenchman’s Bay and the harbour company’s existing marina. The harbour company wants to build 66 townhouses on the north end of the marina lands. Twenty-six of those homes would front Liverpool Road, eight of which would include commercial ground floors. The mari- na would continue to operate on the south side of the existing property, while Mr. Hough says the “messy” side of things — boat cleaning and maintenance — would move across the street. Council has countered only 26 homes should be built, all fronting Liverpool and commercially convert- ible, and that the marina be left as it is. The OMB hearing is set for today (May 10) and Monday, June 10. The Frenchman’s Bay Festival (www.frenchmansbayfestival.com ) is set for the weekend of Thursday, June 6 to Sunday, June 9. Dave Johnson, chairman of the fes- tival committee, said he’ll need at least a couple of weeks’ lead time if the midway is going to have use of the property. But, he said the organizers would proceed regardless of the dispute.. “The festival will not be a casualty of what’s going on between Mr. Hough and the City,” he said. “It’s definitely going ahead, we’ll work around these problems.” BY STEPHEN SHAW Staff Writer DURHAM ––A former Bow- manville man killed by police after shooting his estranged wife at her workplace was facing separate sets of charges in Durham Region, in- cluding sexual assault, the News Advertiser has learned. Armed with a shotgun, Peter Sherley Smith, 34, was fatally shot in the chest by a Toronto Police tac- tical officer during a standoff in the parking lot at A. G. Simpson, in Scarborough, just before 3 p.m. Tuesday. Minutes earlier, Mr. Francis re- portedly showed up at the Progress Avenue business and shot his es- tranged spouse, Rayness Francis. The 47-year-old woman survived. The Ontario Special Investiga- tions Unit is probing the circum- stances surrounding the police shooting, including the background of the couple who lived together until recently on Champine Square in Bowmanville. In the past year, Durham Region- al Police had several dealings with Mr. Francis. According to court documents, Mr. Francis was charged last spring with dangerous driving after park- ing his car on CP Railway tracks in Bowmanville in the early hours of April 7, 2001 in an apparent suicide attempt. Mr. Francis, who was also charged with driving with no insur- ance, was released on a promise to appear in court. In July 2001, he was arrested fol- lowing an investigation by Durham’s Sexual Assault Unit into sex-abuse allegations that date back to 1993. He was charged with sexu- al assault and sexual interference in- volving a person under the age of 14 and released on a promise to appear in court. Also in July, police were called to the couple’s residence for a heat- ed domestic dispute, but no assault was reported and no charges result- ed. And, last month Toronto Police charged Mr. Francis, who recently moved to Scarborough, with crimi- nal harassment and two counts of uttering threats. He was released on bail four days before Tuesday’s shooting. At the time, the Durham Region charges were still before the courts. NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, May 12, 2002 PAGE 3 P Man shot by police faced sex charges in Durham Please Recycle! Frenchman’s Bay Festival rides up in the air Hey Mac, catch up on your computer knowledge DURHAM —Do bits and bytes pique your interest? If so, the next meeting of Macin- tosh Users East group is Wednesday, May 22 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. in the lecture theatre at Henry Street High School in Whitby. Gloria Jones of Kutoka Interactive, a children’s software company, is guest speaker. New people are always welcome at the free meetings. 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Whiteway, the community’s first female division leader, takes over from Inspector John Mor- rison, now in charge of the court services branch. The division, responsi- ble for patrolling the two communities with a com- bined population of 160,892, is manned by 124 uniform officers and a civilian support staff of six, and housed out of 1710 Kingston Rd., Pick- ering. Insp. Whiteway cites crime spillover from Toronto, local youth gangs, retail robberies and traffic enforcement among the area’s policing chal- lenges. Insp. Whiteway’s back- ground includes the youth bureau in Ajax, communi- cations unit sergeant, pla- toon leader in Ajax-Picker- ing, administrative staff sergeant in Whitby and re- cently, regional duty in- spector. Her family also has deep roots in local law en- forcement. Her father, Herb Le Gard, was a for- mer Sunderland staff sergeant, her husband, Sgt. Tom Whiteway, currently heads up the force’s traffic enforcement unit while her eldest daughter, Nicole, is an OPP officer. SHERRY WHITEWAY Twenty-two year veteran is first female to assume role. Catholic board ‘extremely disappointed’ in ruling to Catholic teachings. But Mr. Justice MacKinnon in his ruling states “it cannot be said that the conduct in question in this case goes to the essential denomi- national nature of the school.”And he argued that “the evidence demonstrates a diversity of opin- ion within the Catholic community on pastoral care regarding homo- sexuality such that, it is not clear what conduct is necessary to en- sure that rights with respect to de- nominational schools are not prej- udicially affected.” Mr. Justice MacKinnon states he is “satisfied that the applicant has demonstrated that there is a se- rious issue to be tried.” However, board lawyer Peter Lauwers said at a press conference convened at the Durham Catholic District School Board education centre, also on Friday afternoon, “the next step is the trial and we intend to take it through the trial. “What the judge says has to go to trial is a proper interpretation of the Charter (of Rights and Free- doms) and section 93 of the consti- tution,” he said. Mr. Lauwers said he expects to win the case when it comes to trial in Durham Region. But he did sound a cautious note when asked in an interview what’s at stake for Catholics in the trial. “If the ultimate decision is as narrow in terms of denominational rights as this judge...then we have a problem,” said Mr. Lauwers. He denied that the seeming contradiction of the board and Catholic Church’s position to both accept homosexuals but reject ho- mosexual behaviour hurt his case. “The distinction between a per- son and their behaviour is well- known in the law generally,” he said. “In this case, for some reason, people have had a problem keep- ing the two things separate.” Board chairman Mary Ann Martin said the board is “extreme- ly disappointed by the court’s rul- ing but bound by it.” However, she said it does not change the board’s position on the issue. “The exercise of a homosexual lifestyle involving romantic activi- ties such as dating is not consistent with Catholic beliefs and values,” said Ms. Martin. “It is something we simply cannot condone or pro- mote.” She said, “The most pressing matter for us right now is to ensure our students have a wonderful prom,” and asked the media to re- spect students’ privacy. Ms. Martin brushed off a ques- tion about Mr. Hall and Mr. Du- mond being permitted to dance to- gether at the prom. “All of our students at the prom will be dancing,” she replied. Mr. Justice MacKinnon in his ruling rejected the board’s argu- ment that it has “an implicit or in- herent right to regulate those who can attend school dances based on denominational concerns under the generic umbrella of school management.” “Management in its ordinary sense is broad enough to encom- pass absolutely anything and everything that happens in a school system,” he states. “If the board’s view was correct, then sec- tion 93 would mean that Catholic schools had unfettered authority to do whatever they like on any mat- ter.” Mr. Lauwers said the board was not arguing it could do whatever it likes. “That was a serious over- statement of our position and wrong,” he said. CATHOLIC from page 1 WALTER PASSARELLA/ News Advertiser photo A Durham Regional Police officer directs traffic around the site of Msgr. Pereyma prom at Trillium Trails in Raglan Friday afternoon. NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, May 12, 2002 PAGE 5 A/P Ecker touts ‘long-range plan’ DURHAM —Durham’s public school board expects to receive an extra $6.6 mil- lion from the Province to address local priorities — namely covering employee raises that take effect in September, says Ron Tr- bovich. The Durham District School Board’s business su- perintendent was comment- ing after Education Minis- ter Elizabeth Witmer on Fri- day announced provincial education funding in 2002/2003 would rise to $14.21 billion, up almost $350 million from last year. Of the extra money is a doubling to $200 million of the ‘local priorities amount’, which is funding school boards can use as they wish. David Visser, business superintendent at the Durham Catholic District School Board, had not yet reviewed the funding an- nouncement and said it was premature to comment. Both officials welcomed the news, announced in Thursday’s provincial speech from the throne, that there would be an immedi- ate review of the education funding formula. In addition to the $200 million now set aside for local priorities amount funding, the Province an- nounced: • $15 million in new, learning opportunities grant funding for students at risk academically; • $23 million in funding for boards where enrolment is declining; and • $23 million in perma- nent funding for transporta- tion costs. more needs to be done,” he said. “It’s another tool for us. We also need more revenue vehicles other than property taxes.” Pickering Mayor Wayne Arthurs agreed the provincial and federal governments need to do a lot more for municipalities in terms of revenue sources. But he’s not sure what value such municipal bonds will have for Picker- ing. “Bonds are just a way of acquiring debt,” he said. “Acquiring debt is not the preferred way of generating rev- enue... there has to be a lot more than just issuing debt.” Mayor Arthurs said Pickering can already go to the marketplace to bor- row money, but chooses not to. “This is presumably just a lower- interest loan,” he said. Pickering-Ajax-Uxbridge MPP and Finance Minister Janet Ecker said the speech was “laying out a multi-year approach. There’s no question we can’t make some of the changes overnight. There are a whole range of issues. It’s a long-range plan.” Funding will always be an issue, she said, noting with the recent eco- nomic downturn, “there are tough de- cisions to make”. While there are positive signs the economy is back on track, “at the same time, there are growing de- mands, growing needs in education and health care,” she said. “There are signs of optimism, but there’s a serious need to make tough choices and decisions.” Ms. Ecker will deliver her first provincial budget later this month or early in June, with a specific date ex- pected shortly. “It will be more focused, a stream- lined budget,” she said, given the lack of time she has been in the role. Maria Milanetti, head of commu- nications at the Rouge Valley Health System, which has sites in Ajax and Scarborough, said the hospital wel- comed the plan for multi-year fund- ing announcements. “It gives us predictability. We’ve started the (fiscal) year (April 1) and we don’t know what our funding will be,” she said. Rouge Valley has an “eight-per cent problem” with last year’s fund- ing, noting the hospital is between $14 million and $16 million in the red. “They (the provincial government) are still saying the money may be coming. We’re already into next year and we’re still waiting on last year.” She added optimistically that the hospital hasn’t been told to make cuts. The hospital is also waiting for an announcement on a $45-million to $50-million expansion at the Ajax site, which would include a new emergency department, Ms. Milanetti said. “We have all the functional plans in and they’re reviewing them. All the paper work is in and we’re waiting for a decision on it,” she said. The last time hospitals had multi- year funding was when the NDP was in power, but that government was making cuts, she noted. However, hospitals at least had certainty over the amount of money they had, she added. — with files from Martin Derbyshire JANET ECKER ‘There are a whole range of issues. 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Perhaps the example of Stockwell Day and his use of public funds to de- fend a personal lawsuit has been lost on five of our elected trustees at the Durham District School Board. I attended the board Monday and wit- nessed yet another example of the failure of some of our trustees to deal with is- sues honestly and in public. The chairman of the board, Trustee Elizabeth Roy, censured a number of trustees last year for holding a ‘secret meeting’. The chairman, quite rightly, censured them for not following board guidelines. A group of the trustees sought legal advice to fight the censure and now expect taxpayers to pay $8,000 for their unauthorized legal expenses. At Monday’s meeting, Susan Shetler, Cynthia Steffen and Martin Demmers walked out on the meeting when the mat- ter was to be discussed. So much for democracy and openness. Trustee Paul Crawford said this was an issue for in- camera and not a ‘public issue’. Since when is an unauthorized expenditure of public funds a private matter? This matter was taken to the lawyers because some trustees were reprimanded for not following policy. Why should taxpayers be on the hook for damaged egos, political agendas and hurt feelings? This is an issue that demonstrates once again the ineffectiveness of some of our trustees, their mistaken guidance on is- sues and the loss of focus on our chil- dren. I urge all parents and taxpayers to at- tend the board meeting Tuesday, May 21 and express their dissatisfaction. Michael Barrett PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER A Metroland Community Newspaper Tim Whittaker Publisher Joanne Burghardt Editor-in-Chief Steve Houston Managing Editor Duncan Fletcher Director of Advertising Eddie Kolodziejcak Classified Advertising Manager Abe Fakhourie Distribution Manager Lillian Hook Office Manager Barb Harrison Composing Manager *** News 905-683-5110 Sales 905-683-5110 Classifieds 905-683-0707 Distribution 905-683-5117 General Fax 905-683-7363 Death Notices 905-683-3005 Sincerely Yours 1-800-662-8423 E-mail shouston@ durhamregion.com Web address durhamregion.com 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5 Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 1332791 *** The News Advertiser is one of the Metroland Printing, Publishing and Distributing group of newspapers. The News Advertiser is a member of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Trade, Ontario Community Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Commu- nity Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Circulations Audit Board and the On- tario 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 PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER MAY 12, 2002 Leonora Nicholls is a senior who loves nothing more than helping those less fortunate than herself. At 74, the Bowmanville woman has been a true caregiver, both as a now-retired registered nurse trained in psychiatry, and as a friend. Her good deeds continued even after she lost her husband in a drunk- driving accident, which also left her young son brain-damaged. Not only does she still care for her adult son, her love for humanity has yet to falter. Her most recent effort has been on- going since 1998 when she met Vivian Daniel. The 17-year-old has a large fa- cial tumour and although it isn’t life- threatening, it has caused the boy problems with eating, speaking and self-esteem throughout his life. She met Vivian while vacationing in her native home, Tobago. Her heart went out to him and after learning doctors in Trinidad and Tobago were unable to remove the deformity, Mrs. Nicholls began a mission to help. Once home, she began writing let- ters to the Hospital for Sick Children and the Herbie Fund, a charity that helps foreign children get medical at- tention unavailable in their own coun- try. Three years and several trips to Tobago later, Vivian was accepted in October for a one-time surgery, esti- mated at the time to require about two months of medical attention. With the Hwy. 407 extension through Clarington coming, Mrs. Nicholls will have to sell her Bow- manville farmhouse, which sits along the route. To prepare, she purchased a Courtice home and has allowed Vi- vian and his mother to stay there. But after seeing Vivian, Toronto doctors realized much more work and time is required to fix the deformity. The Herbie fund is asking for help to pay the $9,700 for orthodontic work, $20,500 to realign the jaw, and $15,630 to remove excessive soft tis- sue. The surgeries will take two years to complete. So far, Vivian has re- ceived braces and visits the orthodon- tist every couple of weeks. Vivian and his mother are on visas and unable to work in Canada; Mrs. Nicholls is left paying the bulk of their living expenses. She isn’t running out of steam, but she is running out of money. A small trust fund established to help Vivian has gathered little and Mrs. Nicholls, on a fixed income herself, could use a financial hand. Her fight for Vivian continues, and she is determined to see the boy’s handsome face. Residents who would like to assist can contribute through an account that has been set up at the CIBC branch transfer No. 00142, account No. 7466935. Any contributions would be much appreciated by a woman who has provided so much to so many dur- ing her life. Editorial e-mail responses to shouston@durhamregion.com Letters to the editor e-mail responses to shouston@durhamregion.com Loving, caring senior could use a little help herself Crystal Crimi Staff Writer shouston@durhamregion.com With just hours to spare Friday, Marc Hall won his three-month battle to take his gay boyfriend to his Catholic high school prom. The injunction to attend, which was granted by Ontario Superior Court Justice Robert McKinnon after judicial hearings Monday and Tuesday, will be met with as many howls of derision as shouts of joy. Judge McKinnon, who at the close of proceedings Tuesday, said the case was “one of the most difficult I’ve experienced since my ap- pointment to the bench nine-and-a-half years ago,” was forced to weigh strong arguments on both sides. Ultimately, Mr. Hall’s lawyer, David Corbett, was able to suc- cessfully argue his client’s human rights overrode the religious rights of the church. Mr. Corbett said to discriminate against his prom at- tendance based on his sexual orientation was a contravention of rights guaranteed under the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Edu- cation Act and the provincial Code of Conduct. In a system where public funding plays a critical role, as it does in the separate school system, it’s difficult for the church to argue its rules and regulations reign supreme over those we all must live by. Clearly, the court saw the broader public-interest implications of the case and made the proper decision. The case will now go to trial. The judge decided Mr. Hall’s right to be included outweighed the school’s right to exclude him. If Mr. Hall, an A-student, is allowed to attend classes, play on sports teams or take part in extracurriculars, why shouldn’t he be allowed to go to a dance with the person of his choice? That was always the central question. School board and church advocates stressed the right of the school to set its own regulations, and lawyers in court earlier this week argued the Charter of Rights and Freedoms protects religious rights. In fact, the Charter argues no rights under its protection su- persede privileges guaranteed under the Constitution of Canada in respect of denominational, separate or dissentient schools. Durham Catholic District School Board education director Grant Andrews and Durham trustees, along with Monsignor John Pereyma Catholic Secondary School principal Michael Powers — who start- ed the whole process by denying Mr. Hall permission to take his boyfriend to the prom — were firm in their belief they had the right to block Mr. Hall’s attendance with a gay partner. As Mr. Hall’s crusade to have Mr. Powers’s decision overturned gathered steam, he drew provincial and then national publicity. Provincial Liberal leader Dalton McGuinty and federal Industry Minister Allan Rock pleaded with the Durham Catholic board to allow Mr. Hall to take his date to the prom. The teen, who probably never thought the case would become such a huge story, found him- self the subject of national columns and constant attention. He made news again Friday, and no doubt celebrated a well-de- served victory Friday night. Judge needed wisdom of Solomon on decision In the end, human rights trumped religious rights in Marc Hall case DURHAM ––A child- care public forum sched- uled for Wednesday, May 15 has been cancelled. The forum was planned at the Durham District School Board’s head office at 400 Taunton Rd. E., in Whitby. Local government rep- resentatives including the Minister of Community, Family and Children’s Ser- vices were invited to dis- cuss and answer questions around the issues facing quality and regulated child care in Ontario. However, many invited participants were unable to attend. For more information on the cancellation, phone Denise Gilbert at 905-666- 6487 or 1-800-339-6913 extension 6487. NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, May 12, 2002 PAGE 7 A/P Single parents get local support One-parent group offers social activities, emotional support BY NICOLE MILLION Special to the News Advertiser AJAX —Divorce — it’s a word that makes many people want to run off and hide. However, a local non- profit group is working to minimize the impact on the adults and children going through a breakup. The Ajax-Pickering Chapter of the One Parent Family As- sociation (OPFA) helps families with only one par- ent get back into society through planned educational and social activities. “We’re there to support people who are going through the same thing we are,” said Linda Lomas, di- rector of publicity for OPFA. With 250 members, Ajax is the largest chapter in Canada. “We have members from all walks of life,” said Ms. Lomas. “There are teachers, ca- reer people and individuals on assistance.” Ms. Lomas said that al- though members are either going through a divorce, or already single, the group tries to keep the family unit intact through its many pro- grams. Members meet peo- ple who have gone through the experience and discour- agement that comes with being a single parent. “It’s where we can fit in as not only parents, but also as regular adults, and the kids have a place where they can feel comfortable too,” said Ms. Lomas. One child in particular agrees. Ten-year-old Brittany re- cently delivered a school speech detailing the positive impact the group has had on her life. “Every Christmas around Christmas time, we have a party for the all the kids,” she wrote in the speech. “There are clowns, and Santa and Mrs. Claus give out presents to the children. There are also games to play and pizza to eat. It’s fun to see all my other friends there.” All children’s events are free for the kids. “This group gives the parents balance,” said Ms. Lomas. “It allows them to be both a person as well as a parent.” It also gives the parent an opportunity to go out and meet new people, in an envi- ronment that is comfortable, she said. Ms. Lomas encourages anyone interested in joining OPFA to attend an upcom- ing meeting. The group meets every Wednesday at 8 p.m. (8:30 p.m. on the second Wednes- day of the month) at the Ajax Cricket Club. Membership in the local organization is $40, and all money raised through mem- berships and fund-raising goes towards operating the non-profit groups communi- ty activities. “We want people to know that they are not alone,” said Ms. Lomas. “It’s a wonderful meeting place, and everyone is help- ing each other to feel com- fortable. They want to come back.” Added Brittany, “It helps the adults get through a dif- ficult time in their life. It also helps the children meet other children who are going through the same thing.” For more information on the organization, call 905- 426-4646, or visit the Web site at www.geocities.com/opfaca. Durham child-care forum cancelled Fax it Ajax and Pickering News Advertiser General 905-683-7363 C&R PAVING INC. SEE WHY WE’VE BEEN IN BUSINESS SINCE ‘78 COMMERCIAL - RESIDENTIAL ASPHALT DRIVEWAYS & PARKING LOTS CONCRETE CURBS & SIDEWALKS NATURAL & INTERLOCKING STONE LANDSCAPE DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION AFFORDABLE, CUSTOM DESIGNED. 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West Nile virus is spread to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito that has become infected from feeding on the blood of a bird carrying the virus. The disease is not passed person-to-per- son or bird-to-person but as it is fatal to birds, the health department is monitor- ing crows to track the virus. “If residents are unsure of the species, they’re asked to call the health department where public health inspec- tors are available to offer assistance in determining whether the bird found is suitable for testing,” said Ross MacEachern, manager of environmental health for the Region. During last year’s surveillance, five of 179 birds submitted by Durham Re- gion tested positive for West Nile virus. No positive cases were reported in hu- mans in Ontario last year. Residents can help reduce mosquito breeding and the possibility of being bit- ten by following some precautions, in- cluding: • Removing all standing water from around the home; • Emptying and cleaning all bird baths twice weekly; • Chlorinating rain barrels or cover- ing with mosquito screening; • Removing all discarded tires on the property; • Disposing of water in containers such as tin cans, ceramic pots, wading pools and planters; • Checking to see that roof gutters are clear and drained properly; • Making sure doors and windows have screens that are tight fitting and in good repair; • Wearing shoes, socks and light- coloured clothing with long sleeves and full-length pants when outside, especial- ly during evening, night-time or dawn when mosquitoes are most active; and • Using insect repellent containing DEET on exposed skin and following Health Canada’s safety tips. Parent not sweet on party foods School board urged not to ‘use junk food as a learning tool’in classrooms BY SARAH TEPER Special to the News Advertiser DURHAM —Lego blocks instead of Smarties, veggie plat- ters in place of treat plates and no junk food on Halloween. These were some of the rec- ommendations Lois Pavlich made to Durham District School Board trustees at their May 6 meeting. “This presentation is to pro- pose a policy that does not allow teachers to use junk food as a learning tool,” said the Whitby resident and mother of three. “Also, it will propose a policy that has guidelines on the amount of junk food used at school parties held in the class- room.” Ms. Pavlich’s six-year-old son attends Col. J.E. Farewell Public School in Whitby. Sugar can trigger grand mal seizures in all three of her children be- cause they may have hypo- glycemia. “I know they are exposed to junk food outside the class- room, but it is not necessary to constantly remind them of their condition in the classroom as well,” said Ms. Pavlich. Ms. Pavlich noted a regis- tered nutritionist recently said there is a common thread be- tween sugar and violence, it can increase obesity in children, can adversely affect school grades and cause drowsiness and de- creased activity. Trustees were split on the issue. “I don’t believe teachers are bringing in an exceeding rate of junk food to parties,” said Ajax Wards 3 and 4 Trustee Melinda Crawford. She was concerned about the financial aspect and said some parents can’t afford to send vegetables or meats with their children for a party. “Teachers do a good job pro- moting The Canada Food Guide,” she said. She then asked for a report from staff that would include what schools take part in healthy eating, the curriculum used regarding nutrition, poli- cies already in effect regarding the issue and documentation from a public health nurse. Pickering Trustee Jennifer Bridge disagreed with Trustee Crawford. “We do promote junk food,” she said referring to vending machines in high schools that students eat from when the cafeteria is closed. “And, we do neglect the nu- tritional component and fit- ness.” Bev Freedman, superinten- dent of programs, said there are no polices indicating what teachers should or shouldn’t use as teaching methods. “Food isn’t used as the com- mon reinforcer,” she said, adding stickers and small toys are often given instead. Although Ms. Freedman said she would be happy to bring back a report, the board won’t see it until September 2002. 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Pickering’s involvement is contingent upon the Region adopting a curbside organic waste collection and ex- panded recyclables system similar to what is currently provided to the residents of Amberlea through a waste diversion pilot project. “This is the right way to go,” said Ward 2 Councillor Dave Ryan. “This goes far beyond service levels, it’s for the future of our chil- dren and their children.” The Amberlea project is run by Miller Waste and is a cart-based three-stream system for the collection of recyclables, organics and garbage. Garbage and household recyclables are separated in a 416-litre split-cart, while kitchen or- ganic and yard waste is set out in a 242-litre unit. The carts are picked up weekly from the more than 500 Amberlea neighbourhood homes taking part. Since it began last No- vember the project has achieved a waste diversion from landfill rate of over 60 per cent, compared to 28 per cent from the tradition- al blue box and bag system used across the rest of the city. Using that number as a benchmark, the City is ask- ing the Region to commit to achieving a waste diver- sion ratio greater than 50 per cent across participat- ing municipalities before it hands over responsibility. The Region is assuming collection responsibilities in Clarington, Uxbridge, Brock and Scugog and is in the midst of considering proposals from three waste management companies, including one from Miller that is similar to the Am- berlea project. If Pickering is to come on board, the Region would also have to assume any ad- ditional costs, and the City is requesting input into any of the processes and prac- tices the Region employs. “The cost of implement- ing this type of system across the City of Picker- ing, even with provincial funding, would be astro- nomical,” said Ward 2 Re- gional Councillor Mark Holland. “This is a starting point... Only the Region can achieve the economies of scale needed so it makes sense to at least look at it.” Ward 3 Regional Coun- cillor Rick Johnson, who is also chairman of the re- gional works committee, said when he first came on council he was told taking garbage bags from the curb to a landfill site was the cheapest and only way to manage waste. However, having trav- elled across North America and the world looking at how other countries and municipalities handle waste, he now agrees a pro- gram like this “will be less expensive over the long term if we make this change right now”. David Steele, president of Pickering Ajax Citizens Together for the Environ- ment (PACT), spoke in sup- port of Pickering jumping on board with the Region if the Miller plan is awarded for the other four munici- palities. “PACT has always sup- ported a three-stream waste collection system and al- ways said if a simple col- lection system was given to the citizens they would en- dorse the program and waste diversion from land- fill would exceed over 50 per cent,” he said. “Miller is the one that PACT sup- ports... it is the preferred waste collection system.” Mayor Wayne Arthurs expressed concern over al- lowing the Region to take over the City’s waste man- agement responsibilities based on past dealings con- cerning the location of landfill sites and dumps. He was the lone member of council to vote against the motion. “The Region has never been there for Pickering,” he said. 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I am not a terrorist.’ Student group tries to clear up some misconceptions BY SARAH TEPER Special to the News Advertiser AJAX —Terrorism doesn’t limit itself to one religion or group. However, since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks on the United States, a myth that Middle East- ern faith and violence go hand in hand has spread, especially in schools. To try and challenge that myth, the Muslim Students’ As- sociation (MSA) at Pickering High School in Ajax welcomed a guest speaker May 3 to discuss the Islam religion. Both Muslim and non-Muslim students joined together to listen to what Muhammad Ibrahim Downey, executive director of the Muslim Inmate Assistant Program, had to say. Since the religion does not allow physical contact with any- one of the opposite sex except family members, boys and girls were split up for the presenta- tion. “Prevention is better than cure,” said Mr. Downey, a for- mer Christian who became Mus- lim. 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I went on a “When I see an overweight person on the street, my heart aches for them. I want to say, ‘If only you could be where I am now.” Ellen Bragg after shedding a staggering 149 Lbs.! “I was suffering with no end in sight.” Ellen Bragg before 149 Lb. weight loss. N ame D ropping NEWS ADVERTISER MAY 12, 2002 A/P PAGE 12 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, May 12, 2002 Birthday “Heather Lynn turned six May 8. Happy birth- day to our princess. Lots of love from Mummy, Daddy and Kevin.” Birthday “A very special boy in the Wat- son home turned double digits! Happy birthday wishes are sent to Kyle Watson who was 10 May 10. Enjoy your spe- cial day! Lots of love, hugs and kisses are sent to you from Mom, Dad, Alicia and all your family and friends.” 50th Birthday “This is it. Big 50th birth- day greetings go out to Calvin. Enjoy. Happy birthday with love from Karen, Robyne and Nick.” Birthday Aman- da Fowler is looking forward to celebrating her birth- day May 13. “Happy eighth birthday Amanda. Hope your day is filled with fun and surprises. Love from Mommy and Papa.” Birthday Happy birth- day wishes went out to Brett Peake May 7. “Our baby tells us he’s now a ‘big boy’, turn- ing three. Lots of love from Mommy, Daddy and Nolan.” Birthday A big guy celebrates his sixth birthday May 16. Happy birth- day wishes with love for Salim Walji come from Grandpa, Rafee, Mom and Dad. Birthday Happy 14th birthday wishes go out to Nicole Mangroo. “Hope this birthday brings you joy and happiness now and always. With lots of love and kisses from Mom, Dad, sis- ter Shantel and brother Brandon.” Birthday “Happy birthday to John Walms- ley as he turned two May 9. With lots of hugs and kisses from Mommy and Daddy.” Birthdays “On May 8, there was a birthday celebration for two little girls so dear! Kendra and Kristen turned six. They have grown up so quickly, we’ve been told.” Special birthday wishes from Mummy, Daddy, Farley and Riley. Birthday “A birthday poem for Michaela who turned five April 2. Five years ago a gift was given Five years ago sent straight from Heaven A baby girl so pure and sweet Was loaned to us to make life complete Our life with you we’d never trade We always knew we had it made For our little girl is such a pleasure There’s nothing else that could ever measure What it’s like to feel so glad Knowing we’re your mom and dad. Happy birthday Mickey Q. Pretty princess we love you. With love from Mommy, Daddy and Travis.” Birthday A birthday poem for Dana Ma- hamah: “When you were born, we didn’t know what to do All we knew was that we loved you So we worked hard every day Teaching you the right things to do and say As you journey through life, no matter what you do Always know that we love you.” Happy birthday to Dana, as she turned one May 8. From her loving parents Annette and Dan. 60th Anniversary “On April 30, 1942,Thomas Baker and Reta Duff became Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Baker at All Saints Anglican Church in Toron- to. As they celebrated their 60th anniversary, friends and family joined them to honour this won- derful occasion. Love and best wishes from your daughter Lynn and son-in-law Rick, granddaughter Sandra and husband Terry , grandson Chriss and wife Michelle, and your great- grandchildren Kyle, MacKenzie, Ethan and Devin.” 40th Anniversary “The love that never ends. Dales and Joan Richardson celebrated their 40th anniversary May 5. Family and friends gathered for an open house luncheon May 4 for this joyous oc- casion in Brechin. Love from Wayne and Maria Richardson, Sandra and Lewis Bursey, Michelle and Jayson Turgeon,Amanda, Ashley, Jaycub, Ryan and Amy.” Birthdays “Kyle turned 11 May 9, while sister Krista turned 16 May 10. Happy birthday Kyle and Krista from Daddy and Nanny.” 50th Birthday “We found a 50-year-old photo to celebrate with birthday ‘boy’ Wayne Tays. Thanks for all the memories. Love from all your girls — Kim, Kerri Ann, Tina, Gail, Rhona and Mom.” Wayne’s birth- day was April 14. Birthday “Happy birthday wish- es to our little princess. On May 25,Alan- nah Jelic turns six. With lots of love, hugs and kisses from Mommy, Daddy, Grandma and Grandpa.” Birthday Big birthday hugs go out to David Raguseo, turning four May 13. “Have a great day!” Love from Mommy, Daddy, Christopher and Victoria. Birthday “On May 6, our ‘little Beaver’ Colton Sawh turned six. It seems like yes- terday Colton turned one! We love you so much. Wishing Colton a happy birth- day with lots of hugs and kisses are broth- er Darian, Mommy, Daddy and Sam.” Birthday Joshua Wade is six May 12. “You’re the best Mother’s Day gift ever.” Birthday “May 15 will be a fun day in the Matheson home, as Ryan will be four. Happy birthday to our big boy, with love from Mummy, Daddy, Heather, Nana, Papa, and all your family. Have fun at your birthday party.” Birthday? Anniversary? Wedding? Let us know. We’ll publish your special occasion in an easy-to-read and easy-to-clip format... ...Send to: Name Dropping, c/o Keith Gilligan, 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5Winners may go directly to Baskin Robbins to receive their FREE cake. (Please provide identification) PRIZE VALID UNTIL SAT., MAY 18, 2002BASKIN ROB BI NS& 1794 Liverpool Road Pickering 905-831-5431 THIS WEEK’S CAKE WINNERS ARE: 1. Salim Walji 2. David Raguseo 3. Brett Peake Durham Regional spell ing bee ...and the 2002 winners are Presented by Oshawa Whitby Clarington Port Perry This Week The Canadian Statesman Ajax/Pickering News Advertiser Uxbridge Times-Journal ‘Best Community Service Project, 2001’ OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS Winners in the Honey Bee category, Grades 1 and 2, from left are Selasie Doe-Demosse, third; Brett Basanda, first; and Chloe Landry, second. The Bumble Bee winners, Grades 3 and 4, from left are Colm Whitford, third; Monica Dhillon, first; and Nicholas Vit, second. The Carpenter Bee winners, Grades 5 and 6, from left are Tim Zhou, sec- ond; Daniel McKenna, first; and Sean Lacy, third. Winners in the Mason Bee category, Grades 7 and 8, from left are Simon Fraser, second; Maryse Extross, first; and Jessica Nolan, third. NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, May 12, 2002 PAGE 13 A/P Michael Scaff of Whitby looks anxiously to the spellmaster for approval as he completes his word. Daniel McKenna takes his turn at the mic while Tim Zhou waits in the wings during a spell-off for first place in the Carpenter Bee final. Maryse Extross (right) breathes a sigh of relief after correctly spelling a word. She went on to win the Mason Bee final. Congratulations to all the winners and to all those who participated in the Spelling Bee www.oshawacu.com 905-576-4200 214 King St. E., Oshawa, ON L1H 1C7 Charlene Browett takes her turn on stage during the Mason Bee final of the Durham Regional Spelling Bee, held May 4 at Durham College. Dave Stell, spellmaster and news editor for Port Perry This Week, waits for the spelling. A/P PAGE 14 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, May 12, 2002 Stellar spellers From new faces to familiar ones, students leave us looking forward to next year BY STEVE HOUSTON Managing Editor Ajax/Pickering News Advertiser It was a recent Saturday and the morning sun, merci- fully, already provided warmth after a cool month of spring. I knew, as I drove up to Durham College at 7:45 a.m., this was going to be a good day. And it was. Seventy-five children from all four corners of Durham Region took to the stage in the college’s cafete- ria to spell their way to suc- cess in the 2002 Durham Re- gional Spelling Bee, orga- nized and hosted by the Durham Division of Metroland Printing, Publish- ing and Distributing. This day was extra special for the 75 children — from Grade 1 to 8 — who had al- ready placed in the top four in their respective categories in semifinal competitions held throughout the month of April in communities across the region. As one of the area co-ordi- nators for the spelling bee — I was privileged to watch nearly 250 children from Ajax and Pickering compete at our semifinal contests — I was once again impressed with these children. All of them were excited about competing in the fi- nals. All were polite and well-spoken. Many of them arrived with extended fami- lies in tow — mom and dad, grandmother and grandfa- ther, aunts, uncles and cousins — to cheer them on. They couldn’t all win, of course, but they were all win- ners as far as we were con- cerned. Tim Zhou, a spelling spe- cialist and a student from west Durham, has been a contender for the last several years. We were shocked when ‘dearth’ tripped him up near the end of his competi- tion. Tim, too, seemed sur- prised and disappointed but responded with maturity far beyond his years. He still fin- ished second and took home a prize. We’ve been fortunate to have competitors like Tim in the competitions and we hope to see him again next year. There were both new and familiar faces up on that stage this year. Each compet- ed with a sense of fair play, often with smiles tugging at the corners of their mouths. They carried themselves with confidence and dignity. I clapped along with everyone else when a particularly tough word was spelled cor- rectly, and I cringed internal- ly along with everyone else when a consonant was dropped from a word, or when a couple of letters were inadvertently transposed. It takes great courage for these children — some as young as five or six — to test their mettle in a room largely full of strange faces. It takes commitment to attend coach- ing sessions, practise words at home and then demon- strate the results of those ef- forts in a competitive atmos- phere. All of these kids, win or lose, achieved something simply by signing up and tak- ing part. We could all use some of their pluck. I can’t wait for 2003. NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, May 12, 2002 PAGE 15 A/P Durham College Oshawa Centre Pickering Town Centre Durham Catholic District School Board Dickson Printing Rogers Community Television Rogers Video Scholastic Books East Side Marios Bowmanville Zoo Marineland Pharma Plus Pizza Hut Wild Water Kingdom Benney & Smith Kernels Mr. Christie & Peek Freans Optimist Club of Oshawa Oxford University Press P.J. Pet Centre Wendy’s Pleasure Valley Thank you....to our generous supporters Durham kids know how to spell success Above, the judges listen intently to the contestants during the finals of the Durham Regional Spelling Bee finals held May 4 at Durham College in Oshawa. Winners in the final went away laden with prizes (left) thanks to generous sponsors. Trophies were spon- sored by the Oshawa Optimist Club, television-VCR combos and portable stereos donated by the Metroland community newspa- pers of Durham Region, and CD player/cases courtesy of Oshawa Community Credit Union. Jessica Nolan, below, was one of the last three left on stage during the Mason Bee final, finishing third. post green huge meal glad deaf below harm party smile thinking roof paper these alarm paint cure hero glass other cozy lamp orange clam whale sweet sport purple fear funny line penny stem live brown toad sang dash elk speaking crawl gash thick plenty wanted split unlike canoe pretty candle wooden comma fudge water slang walking somebody tact bench insect slack prize shade spring baton downstairs snore yolk target shower rabbit children among tomato adopt shoelace potato silver today badge puzzle cube cloud teach gland seal detail apron total worry breakfast sidewalk carpet creep forget whisper bedroom powder cartoon order giant quail zipper secret avoid yawn calf sparks mace waffle crazy flush such growl gurgle shack weave marble stove parrot common yonder dozing grasp odour odor ruler sneak tumble pancake branch tender crunch feather bucket amber union tickle timber counter dozen 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That’s why we work with our neighbours to support community organiz- ations, events and teams. Investing in our kids - and literacy - is one of the most powerful things we can do. Ontario Power Generation is a proud supporter of the Third Annual Durham Regional Spelling Bee Good luck to all the contestants! THE POWER OF SPELLING How would you fare at the Durham Regional Spelling Bee? 9cm pot, Reg. $2.89 $219 KINGSWAY GREENHOUSEKINGSWAY GREENHOUSE 905-434-3851 Please NoteKINGSWAY GREENHOUSE KINGSWAY GREENHOUSE Sunday 8a.m. - 5p.m. Mon. - Thurs. 8a.m. - 8p.m. Friday 8a.m. - 7p.m. CLOSED SATURDAYS We’re hard to find...But it’s worth it! We’re located in East Oshawa Due to construction, please use Townline/Shankel Road entrance. PRICES IN EFFECT UNTIL FRIDAY, MAY 24TH. While supplies last. www.kingswaygreenhouse.com See Our New Water Garden Centre Kingsway Welcomes Nicole See Nicole for the answers to your water garden planting questions! 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Keeping in mind yoga in a small class atmosphere, Nicole will be relo- cating the Greenwood business at 206 Harwood Ave. South, (above Reed’s Florists), May 21st, and will be accom- panied by all your favourite teachers, Bille, Fran, Lisa, and Ruth and more. Nicole will still be available to guide you into the right yoga class: Beginner, Intermediate, Power, Gentle, or Yoga for Round Bodies. Workshops will still be featured and hosted by affiliated holistic practitioners and yoga instructors. Retreats will continue to be directed by Bille and a featured co-host. All this for you, so that you may find relief from daily stress, while reconnecting with your inner-self. Dare to engage in self-discovery and begin your path to wellness! Call Greenwood Yoga at (905) 619-1405 to register for classes and workshops. Be sure to check the website at www.greenwoodholistic.com for cur- rent information on classes, retreats, and workshops. 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Bill Wilder, chairman of Creemore Springs Brewery Ltd., has directed the Oak Ridges Moraine Land Trust (ORMLT) to process conservation easements on the land, off Regional Road 5 near Sideline 14, in order to permanently protect the land as agricultural and open space. “I did it because I’m op- posed to urban sprawl — especially on places like the Oak Ridges Moraine that are so environmentally sensitive, with so many springs and creeks heading into Lake Ontario,” Mr. Wilder said in an interview Thursday following an official an- nouncement at the property. The ORMLT reports Mr. Wilder’s property is dotted with large areas of wooded wetlands, streams and numerous tributaries of Duffins Creek, which are an impor- tant source of fresh water. Mr. Wilder said he feels so strongly about protecting the moraine he has three other farms — in Goodwood, Utica and Ashburn — he is in the process of placing similar easements on. “This started even before the provincial and federal governments got involved; Bill has shown the government what they should be doing,” said Don Prince, ORMLT’s chief land securement officer. “He is a one-man campaign against urban sprawl.” By placing an easement on the property Mr. Wilder retains owner- ship, but as a part of the federal gov- ernment’s ecological gifts program he will be eligible to receive a fed- eral tax credit for the value of the land donated. The amount of the credit is 17 per cent of the first $200 and 29 per cent of the remaining value. According to Mr. Wilder and the ORMLT, the 700 acres have an estimated value of $1.7 million. “Incentives such as these help to ensure that donated land is protect- ed in perpetuity. 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Ashtanga Yoga (Power Yoga) and Hatha Yoga In the process of getting stronger, healthier, and more focused, new levels of awareness can be reached. Offering ongoing beginner and intermediate classes, at two convenient Pickering locations. Pay as you go or by session. Also offering private, corporate, and group instruction. For Information and Registration Contact: Nicki Irwin 416-330-1095 P a r t n e r s Fo r Better Health • removes impurities, chemicals, bacteria • flushes body toxins • lubricates your joints • hydration from the inside-out • removes interference from nervous system • corrects spinal misalignments • prevents joint & disc degneration • healing from the inside-out Tony Spagnola Local Merchant Watertowne Bottling Co. 1-877-WAT-TOWN (928-8696) Dr. Kim Armstrong Doherty Chiropractic Clinic 37 Harwood Ave. S. 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The Children’s Clinic Staffed by Pediatricians AFTER HOURS CLINIC open Weekdays 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Weekend/Holidays at 10:00 a.m. Closing hours vary 33 Church St. S., Ajax 905-427-1445 See next weeks Better Health A/P PAGE 20 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, May 12, 2002 Please recycle me! Billboard May 12, 2002 MONDAY, MAY 13 RPN DAY DINNER:The Durham Lake- view Council of the Registered Practical Nursing Students group is holding the dinner at 6 p.m.at Honey Garlic Restau- rant, 250 Bayly St. W. in Ajax. All regis- tered practical nurses and practical nursing students welcome. For reserva- tions, call Shiela at 905-432-7604. LEGION LUNCHES:The Ladies Auxil- iary of Royal Canadian Legion Branch 606 in Pickering offers lunches Mondays to Fridays from noon to 1:30 p.m. at 1555 Bayly St. in Pickering. Cost is $4 and under.Everyone welcome.For take- outs, call 905-839-2990. TUESDAY, MAY 14 THEY’RE FOR THE BIRDS:Durham Avicultural Society meets at 7:30 p.m. at the Rotary Park Pavilion, Lake Driveway West in Ajax. There will be a speaker, bird products and raffle. Call Diane at 905-839-3219. STEP BACK IN TIME:The Pickering Township Historical Society meets at the East Shore Community Centre, 910 Liv- erpool Rd., south of Hwy. 401, at 7:30 p.m. Call John at 905-831-3811. GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP:The McEachnie Funeral Home and Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital hold the sessions every Tuesday at the hos- pital to help people deal with death. Tonight’s meeting is from 7:30 to 9 p.m., while the following weeks are from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Applications are available by calling the hospital’s outpatient men- tal health department at 905-683-2320 or McEachnie at 905-428-8488. ADOPTION SUPPORT:The Durham Disclosure Support Group is for all par- ties in the ‘adoption triangle’. Discus- sions are confidential and support indi- viduals are welcome. Meeting is from 7 to 9:30 p.m. in the boardroom at the Durham Children’s Aid Society, 555 Rossland Rd. W., in Oshawa (use staff entrance). Call 905-433-1551 ext. 2201 or 2261. ADD/ADHD INFORMATION SEMI- NAR:For parents, teachers or anyone else dealing with ADD/ADHD. Learn drug-free alternatives. Meeting runs from 7 to 8:30 p.m. upstairs at Loblaws Pickering Market. Call 905-427-7002. PICKERING POWERHOUSE TOAST- MASTERS CLUB:Improve communi- cation and time-management skills, along with self-confidence, every Tues- day through the club’s weekly meetings in the auditorium at the Pickering Public Library’s central branch, One The Es- planade. Meetings run from 7 to 9 p.m. Call Hazel at 416-560-3768 or Marva at 905-619-0030. MEDITATION:Sahaja Yoga Meditation holds free meditation classes every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Ajax library’s main branch, 65 Harwood Ave. S. Call 905-420-7252 or visit www.SahajaYo- ga.ca. WEDNESDAY, MAY 15 EUCHRE:The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 606 Ladies Auxiliary is holding an open euchre night at 8 p.m. at Royal Canadian Legion, 1555 Bayly St.in Pick- ering. Refreshments will be served and there are prizes to be won. Regulars $3. Seniors $1.50. Call 905-839-2990. AJAX PICKERING TOASTMASTERS: The Club meets every Wednesday from 7:15 to 9:30 p.m. at the Pickering Nu- clear Information Centre. Call 905-619- 2568 or 905-619-0270. ONE PARENT SUPPORT:The Ajax- Pickering Chapter of the One Parent Family Association meets at the Ajax Cricket Club, corner of Monarch Avenue and Clements Road, Ajax. It’s for custo- dial and non-custodial parents.Meetings are every Wednesday at 8 p.m. except the second Wednesday of the month when start time is 8:30 p.m. Call 905- 426-4646. Epilepsy Durham in fore day of action DURHAM —Come ride your golf swing to two- wheeled success. Epilepsy Durham Region hosts its third annual charity golf tournament Sunday, June 9 at Lakeridge Links Golf Club. Included in the $125 regis- tration fee is 18 holes, cart, dinner, prizes and lots of fun. One lucky golfer could drive home with a new motorcycle in a hole-in-one contest, cour- tesy of Brooklin Cycle. All proceeds support pro- grams and services for chil- dren and adults living with epilepsy and seizure disorders. For more information and to register, call Denise at Epilepsy Durham Region at 905-666-9926 or 1-800-350- 9069. PICKERING —Interested in working for the young at heart? If so, the Ajax-Pickering Community Care Association is looking for youths aged 13 to 18 interested in working for seniors as part of this summer’s outdoor home maintenance program. A rate of $7 per hour is offered. For more information, call Amber at 905-686-3331. Teens can help seniors, help themselves Tomorrow begins today. BETTER LEARNING 2002 A Special section dedicated to educational institutions within your community. Getting a Complete Education By R.N. Whitehead Ph.D. For the last 15 years, parents who have wanted their children to enjoy every possible opportunity to reach their full potential in life, have been turning to Oxford Learning Centres. Today, more and more parents consider it a necessary supplement to ensure a comprehensive education. “Given the way school budgets are being slashed these days, I just don’t think an ‘average’ education is sufficient for success in the world of the future,” says Bob Strupat, father of an Oxford student, in London. Oxford co-founder Jan Benoit says, “It’s just like arts and sports programs that many students have always pursued on their own. If my son showed an aptitude for music, I would enroll him in music lessons. I would never expect the school system to develop fully his music poten- tial. Given all the challenges the school system faces today, it’s the same with academic programs. It’s unrealistic to think the school system can give any child all the education he or she needs to become a suc- cessful adult.” Oxford follows its own curriculum, based on its own research into how chil- dren learn, to teach not just writing, read- ing and arithmetic, but how to get orga- nized and think a way that promotes life- long learning. They teach people how to learn. “The real purpose of education is to prepare children to become successful adults,” says Benoit. “We build confidence and self esteem and teach techniques that students will use for the rest of their lives.” The tools that Oxford provides its stu- dents are how to solve problems, how to concentrate, how to analyze, how to think abstractly and how to integrate informa- tion. These are the very tools that are nec- essary for success no matter what career a student chooses. Individualized programs are offered after regular school hours from Grade 1 to High School. These supplemental pro- grams address the basics but do not rely on memorization. Instead, programs encourage students to truly understand the material they are trying to learn. This enriches the entire education process. “Too many children just memorize their way through school” ADVERTSING FEATURE says Benoit. For older students, Oxford has developed a com- prehensive success program that helps them understand challenging subjects, study more efficiently and avoid such common problems as freezing up on exams. Oxford’s Little Readers, the only program of its kind, is designed for three to six year olds and enriches their skills in reading, writing, music, movement and French. `”What I really like about Oxford,” Strupat adds, “is that they carefully assessed my son before creating a custom pro- gram to meet his unique needs. I’ve seen remarkable progress in the eight months he has been taking the Oxford program and I’m sure it’s because they have tailored it to him personally.” And, Oxford doesn’t work in a vacuum. Oxford teachers work with parents, the teacher in the child’s regular classroom, and other profes- sionals to ensure positive results. Whether remedial or supplemental, after school or during the summer, Oxford programs are effective. They encourage responsibility, moti- vation, achievement and excel- lence. For many students, Oxford is where they discover that learning can be fun. Oxford, combined with a regu- lar school ;program, equals a complete education. Call Oxford today at (905) 420-3141 to learn how they can help your child get a more complete educa- tion. MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTRE PICKERING “Knowledge with Understanding” OPEN HOUSE * June 26 * July 23 * August 29 7 p.m.-9 p.m. “I hear and I forget, I see and I remember, I do and I understand” E.H. - PLUS - • Full Montessori Curriculum • Before & After School Daycare Hours • Optional Hot Lunch • Field Trips • Computer • Music • Phys. Ed PICKERING 905-509-1722 401 KINGSTON RD. (ROUGEMOUNT & HWY. 2) Call for a Visit “Take the time to visit & understand!” J u s t a phone call away! XXX-XXXX XXXX Location XXXX Address www.oxfordlearning.com It can start happening today! With Oxford's personalized programs and low teacher-student ratio, your child will see results almost immediately. - Improved Confidence - Higher Self-Esteem Better Grades Happier Kids 905-420-3141 1105 Finch Ave. Pickering READING | WRITING | MATH | SPELLING | FRENCH |STUDY SKILLS 420-9930 Ajax/Pickering 1885 Glenanna Rd. Suite #103 Enrol Now For Summer Programs. 235 BAYLY ST. W. AJAX (905) 426-1581 DRESS SALE • Wedding Dress Cleaned & Boxed $99 prepaid • Formal Dress $2.00 Off • Regular 1-pc. Dress $1.00 Off • EXCLUDES: SILKS, PLEATS, LEATHER AND SUEDE NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, May 12, 2002 PAGE 21 A/P This is the fifth in a series of monthly features examining envi- ronmental issues in Durham Re- gion. In this story we look at the issue of various biosolids being spread as soil conditioner, fertiliz- er on Durham area farms. Environmentalists question recycled waste as products BY TIM FORAN Staff Writer DURHAM – Nestled alongside the Vrooman Creek near Canning- ton, Dean Beatty’s 285-acre farm has supported his family for five genera- tions. But the grizzled, grey-haired farmer says changes in the way farm- ing is now being done in some parts of Durham threaten the possibility his livelihood will be passed on to his grandchildren. Specifically, Mr. Beatty fears “sludge,” a term used by some to de- scribe both treated or untreated human excrement as well as a by- product created from the production of recycled paper. In Durham, treated waste and recycled paper sludge are used extensively as soil conditioners and fertilizers on farmlands, to the chagrin of some environmentalists who say high metal levels, pathogens and bacteria in the sludge threaten to enter the air, groundwater and local watersheds. Mr. Beatty believes some of his dairy cattle became ill after his neighbour, Brock Councillor Reg Starr, began to spread paper sludge on his farm a number of years ago. Mr. Beatty says he lost 10 cows in 2000. “In a bad year, you might lose one,” he says. Coun. Starr did not return calls for comment. Mr. Beatty adds neighbours also reported physical problems when trucks arrived to spread the paper sludge, which producer Atlantic Packaging says contains short pulp or paper fibres, clay particles and water. “We have people in the neigh- bourhood that have asthma attacks,” Mr. Beatty says. “It didn’t happen before the paper sludge was used. People go to hospital, it’s pretty seri- ous.” However, Atlantic spokesman Tony Bernaki says, “We have never seen or done or heard or documented proof that this happens. We have in- vestigated all the times people have asked us to and we’ve never been able to find anything that’s concrete.” Mr. Bernaki says Atlantic em- ployees working with or near paper sludge have experienced no ill ef- fects. Atlantic Packaging produces 150,000 tonnes a year for land appli- cation of what it prefers to call paper fibre biosolids at its Whitby and Scarborough plants. Mr. Bernaki says the company believes the by- product provides an agricultural ben- efit to farmers. The company submitted a soil benefits study last year to the Min- istry of Environment and asked that its certificate of approval to apply the paper biosolids on land be extended indefinitely. Mr. Bernaki says At- lantic is hopeful the MOE is finally prepared to issue that certificate of approval, but he figures it will only be for a five-year term. Last fall, Durham Region op- posed Atlantic’s request for approval after a consultant the Region hired to review Atlantic’s study stated, “The results and conclusions reported by the authors with respect to soil bene- fits and soil management recommen- dations are often not supported by the data in the report.” In 1998, Ontario’s Environmental Commissioner noted the Ministry of the Environment (MOE) continued to allow Atlantic to spread the biosolids, “without any demonstra- tion of benefits to the soil. “MOE’s Biosolids Guidelines do state clearly that, ‘materials must be of benefit to crop production or soil health...before approval for use will be given by MOE,’” the commis- sioner added. In its 2001 soil benefits study,At- lantic listed 129 properties totalling almost 12,000 acres in Durham that are licensed by the MOE to receive paper biosolids. But only 20 sites and 20 per cent of the approved land were used in 2000. “The market dried up,” suggests Maureen Reilly, an environmental consultant with the Sierra Club of Canada. “Farmers aren’t willing to take it. Corn crops, anything that re- quired nitrogen, suffered from paper sludge.” Mr. Bernaki says farmers are in- deed interested in paper biosolids, and they continue to call Atlantic and its contracted hauler, Courtice Auto Wreckers, to get on board the pro- gram. Courtice Auto Wreckers also keeps an eye out for farmers willing to take sewage sludge/biosolids, which the company hauls and spreads for Durham Region. Sewage biosolids are essentially treated human and industrial wastes and have been used as fertilizer on Durham farms for almost two decades. As landfill capacity drops and incineration becomes an unpalat- able option to many urban-dwellers concerned about air pollution, the spreading of these biosolids is grow- ing. Currently, 60 per cent of Durham’s treated sewage is spread onto farms, with the remaining 40 per cent incinerated. The Region would gladly increase its land appli- cation if it could find more partici- pating farmers, says Elaine Collis, the biosolids management co-ordina- tor for Durham’s works department. There are 166 licensed sites totalling 12,500 acres in Durham, she says. “It’s a valuable resource as a soil amendment material,” Ms. Collis says of the sewage biosolids, which are treated first by bacterial decom- position then through anaerobic (without exposure to oxygen) diges- tion. “It enhances the soil quality.” It’s also cheap - free in fact. Durham gives the stuff away to farm- ers, and Courtice Auto Wreckers ap- plies the biosolid for them. It esti- mates using the biosolids saves farm- ers almost $90 an acre in fertilizer costs. It also saves money for Durham taxpayers, as incineration is about 15 per cent more expensive in incre- mental operations costs than land ap- plication. It is far more expensive when the cost of building an inciner- ator is taken into account. Gabriela Surerus, who runs a beef cattle operation on more than 1,000 acres near Roseneath in Northum- berland County, says she and her husband first started using sewage biosolids, provided by the City of Toronto, last fall. The couple spread the biosolids on approximately 100 acres of land they use to grow cattle feed, including corn and grain. Wheat grown in that area is just start- ing to shoot up, she says. “It looks good,” she says. “It has good colour. It looks good so far.” The biosolids save the couple about $40 an acre in fertilizer costs, but she says that amount would like- ly be higher for a cash-crop farmer. Ms. Surerus says she approached Toronto’s biosolids contractor be- cause she believes land spreading is the best available option to make use of our waste. “In my opinion, it’s better than dumping it in the lake, it’s better than incinerating it,” she says. The concern of environmentalists is the continued presence of various metals, pathogens and bacteria in the sewage biosolid, even after it’s treat- ed. “They keep talking about how the sludge is treated as though that means it’s not pathogenic, it’s not going to make people sick with dis- eases or parasites, but in fact it’s con- centrated,” says Ms. Reilly. “If it was really just human manure,I would be in favour of that. But once you mix industrial waste together with human waste, you have a material that is es- sentially highly contaminated ma- nure.” Ms. Collis responds that the pathogens and bacteria do not live long after being spread, as it is a “hostile environment.” She adds Durham’s waste consistently meets the Province’s guidelines for 11 dif- ferent metals. Courtice Auto Wreck- ers also takes care not to apply the sewage in rainy weather, on frozen ground or within setbacks from wa- tercourses, wells or houses, she says. Despite Durham’s assurances, On- tario’s environmental commis- sioner cited a number of problems with the spreading of sewage in his 2000/2001 report. The commissioner noted farmers often apply the sewage to their fields in either spring or fall, “often the wettest seasons, when rains may wash freshly applied sludge into wa- terways.” The resultant phosphorus and ni- trogen loading could cause algal blooms, oxygen depletion and fish kills, he warned in his report. “Pathogens are also a concern, since they may migrate into groundwater or surface water and contaminate drinking water supplies,” he contin- ued. The commissioner concluded existing policies and regulations for the land spreading of sewage sludge were inadequate to protect the envi- ronment. It appears the Province is listening. In late April, the MOE sent out a press release indicating it would accelerate a review of current quality standards and testing requirements for sewage biosolids and pulp and paper sludge. The Province’s Bill 81, the Nutri- ent Management Act introduced last June, would also force landowners receiving biosolids to create strate- gies as to how they plan to use the materials as an environmentally sound part of their farming practices. Ms. Surerus admits biosolids ap- plication remains a divisive issue. “People either agree or disagree,” she notes. “And there’s no amount of information that will change their minds. I guess we feel it’s safe.” Ms. Reilly believes people should question whether sludge or biosolids are being recycled or merely dumped. Tracking the Environment DURHAM –– Driver Mark Katchaluba finishes transfer- ring sewage biosolids to his truck from Durham Region's Corbett Creek water pollution control plant in Whitby. Biosolids to backers, sludge to detractors TIM FORAN/ News Advertiser photo AJAX —The QAS Ajax Warriors Gunners under-15 boys’rep soccer team was victorious at the Oshawa Kicks In- vitational Soccer Tournament recently. The Gunners displayed a fine defen- sive effort throughout the tournament in not conceding any goals. In the final,Ajax posted a 2-0 victory in a hard-fought contest with Wexford. Craig Deebank opened the scoring on a setup from Josh Forth. Nathan Cragg sealed the victory on an assist from Do- minic Chapman. In the second half, Wexford pressed to close the gap and in their best oppor- tunity,Andrew Gumbinger made a beau- tiful diving save to preserve the shutout. Ajax defender Scott Rietze was the game’s most valuable player. In the semifi- nal, Ajax blitzed the Scarborough Blizzard 3-0. Forth led the way with two goals, one coming on a fine individual ef- fort, while the other on a pass from Scott Cameron. Dee- bank scored the other goal, with assists to Jordon Hannon and John Jonke. In round-robin play, the Gunners defeated Erin Mills 4-0 on goals by Forth with two, and John Vanloo and Cragg. The Warriors then defeated host Kicks 5-0 with two goals by Vanloo and one each to Deebank, Cragg and Cameron. In Game 3, Ajax blanked Clairlea of Scarborough 4-0 on goals by Cragg, Deebank, Vanloo and Chapman. Defenders Paul Butchard, Rob God- dard, Doug Loyal, Rietze and Jason Walker limited opposition scoring op- portunities. Midfielders Cameron, Chap- man, Hannon, Jonke, Jonathan Risorto and Max Stainmez worked hard to con- trol the play. Strikers Cragg, Deebank, Forth and Vanloo created many scoring chances. John Gurley and Gumbinger were solid in net. A/P PAGE 22 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, May 12, 2002 Sports &LEISURE NEWS ADVERTISER MAY 12, 2002 Just the fax: 905-683-7363 PAUL BIONDI/ News Advertiser photo Cornered PICKERING — A member of the Carroll Home Improvements team ties up an opposition player in the corner during the annual Bay Ridges Hockey Tournament at Don Beer Arena May 3 and 4. The an- nual event raised funds for the Children’s Wish Foundation. Ajax boys get their Kicks in Oshawa LOSSA champion, bowl finalist St. Mary football team feted with meal, awards at banquet PICKERING —The St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Mon- archs senior boys’ football team cel- ebrated another strong season on the gridiron with a special banquet re- cently. Team members and coaches were feted with a meal at an awards cere- mony, which also included school staff, parents, team staff and City dignitaries at the St. Isaac Jogues Catholic Church hall. And, there was plenty to smile about this past season. The Mon- archs, under the guidance of head coach Gordon Judges and his staff, won the Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) senior boys’ football championship for the third consecutive year, downing Whitby’s Henry Street High School Hawks 41-12 at Oshawa’s Civic Sta- dium last November. The Monarchs went on to down the Notre Dame College Irish of Welland 27-23 in the Golden Horse- shoe Bowl quarter-final game at York University and the Waterdown War- riors 28-14 in the semifinal. A championship, however, was not to be. In the game that represent- ed high school football supremacy in Toronto and vicinity, the Monarchs were defeated 35-21 by a deserving St. Andrew’s College Saints team from Aurora before a good crowd at Toronto’s SkyDome. An outstanding aerial attack or- chestrated by opposition pivot Michael Faulds was enough to hand the Monarchs their lone loss of the season. They entered the game with an 11-0 record and the second seed in Toronto and area polls. Winning awards at the banquet were Brendan Hulme, Sasha Glavic, Chris Nandlal, Dane Okrasa, Trevor Small, James Judges and Yannick Carter. The evening also featured inspira- tional speaker Mike Pearse and a video presentation by James Judges that highlighted the Monarchs’ sea- son. 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Full-time position. 1-3 years of experience in a large vo- lume bakery preferred. Please bring resume to South Ajax IGA, 955 Westney Rd. S., Ajax or contact Wayne or Cory (owner) at 905-683–1425 CANADA'S LARGEST mat- tress manufacturer looking for full time and part time sales associates for new retail showroom in Durham area. Thorough sales training pro- vided. Please fax resume to (905) 624-3054. COMMUNICATIONS SPE- CIALIST urgently needed to promote non -profit communi- ty mental health program. If you are looking for volunteer experience to enhance your resume, call Jody or Jennifer at (905) 686-3248 or email ajax2@direct.ca COURIER DRIVERS needed to start immediately. Experience preferred. Full/part time, good pay. Call (905)427-8612 Mon- day-Friday between 9a.m. to 3p.m. Cars or vans, seniors welcome. COURIER DRIVERS with cars can earn up to $650+/weekly With vans can earn up to $1000+/weekly servicing Dur- ham and GTA. (905)427-8093. DATA ENTRY OPERATOR $12+ per hr. long term temp, must have access word and excel min. 2 years experience Pickering area. If interested please fax Christine, Staff Plus (416) 495–0941 DISPLAY CONSULTANT for medical air device needed. Salary commensurate with experience. Vehicle required. Call (905) 579-7815. AZ OWNER OPERATORS need- ed. 1996 truck or newer and you have 2 years experience w/flat bed please call 905-686–3512, 1-888-438-8845 or fax 905-686- 3609 Attn: Pirjo FRESH AIR,exercise and more. Call for a carrier route in your area today. 905-683– 5117. DON BUTT AUTO BODY.. looking for prep/light body person. Please apply by fax (905) 433-1318 or by calling (905) 433–1262 DOWNTOWN -Brand new company has plenty of work. Start immediately. Call Dave 905-571-4738 ESTHETICIAN WANTED Theresa's Touch of Esthetics, downtown Whitby. Please drop resume off at 924 Brock St., N. Whitby or call (905) 430–6060 EXPERIENCED PAINTERS needed as soon as possible, to do new home construction. MUST be experienced with sprayer. Work local Oshawa/ Bowmanville. Top dollar paid per sq.ft. Serious inquiries only. Days (905)431-5991 or evenings (905)725–9303 FULL-TIME QUALIFIED ECE'S required. Bring resume in person to: MY SCHOOL, (s/w corner Lakeridge & #Hwy. 7) GROUND KEEPER HELP re- quired. Experience and vehi- cle required. Part-time, work in Pickering Ajax area. Posi- tion is days & weekend morn- ings. Must be very reliable. Call 905-213-5544 FULL TIME NIGHT Shift Shop fore person required for local trucking company. Candidates must possess: Class "A" Me- chanics license, working knowledge of hydraulics, strong leadership skills, de- sire to over achieve, at least 3 - 5 years experience (in rel- evant field), excellent organi- zational skills, excellent com- munication skills. Successful candidate must be able to work independently with little supervision. Please fax re- sume to (905) 426-2134. LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION one installer & one foreman position. Minimum 5 years experience installing interlock pavers, steps, retaining walls, planters, wood decks. Must provide references. Must have valid drivers license and own transportation. Call University Werks (905)666–9690. IMMEDIATE PERMANENT POSITIONS Available We are a Whitby boat builder and have been in business since 1989. We manufacture both luxury and power catamarans. To learn more about our Com- pany please visit our website at www.pdqyachts.com we are currently looking for a FRP technician to work on con- struction of very large hull and decks, a General Maintenance person who will be responsi- ble for the up-keep of our As- sembly Plant and a Fabric In- staller. All positions require previous experience. Pay scale is according to experi- ence. A modest health plan is in place after first 3 months of employment. If you think you would like to work in the field of boat building please contact Harley Craig, our Plant Man- ager, via e-mail, at fac- tory@pdqyachts.com INSURANCE BROKERAGE has career opportunity for entry level, clerical person. Challenging professional working environment Can- didate should be self motivat- ed, knowledge Word & Excel. Accepting Team Player con- cept. Please submit resume; Attn: Pat./ Worden Insurance and Financial Services Fax 905 432-1568. LABOURER /FRAMER - need- ed to assist framing carpenter in new home construction. Must have own transportation. Experience an asset. Call (905) 728–7012 LAWN CARE TECHNICIAN, minimum 1 year experience. Clean driving record. Call (905)571–1144 or fax resume (905)571-2927 Experienced Eavestrough helpers needed for Toronto & surrounding areas. Call (416)438-4344 $20.00/hr average Full Training Provided Students Welcome Managers Required Call Ryan 905-435-0518 CUSTOMER SERVICE/ ORDER TAKERS 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. ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT COUPLE High rise building in Ajax. Must be motivated. Please fax resume to: 905-619-2901 ATTENTION STUDENTS $17.25 starting pay ❋ Scholarships avail. ❋ Flexible schedules No Telemarketing Call Mon.-Sat. 9-6pm 905-666-2660 workforstudents.com/on Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, May 12, 2002 PAGE 23 A/P E-Mail Address: classifieds@durhamregion.com Call: Toronto Line: (416) 798-7259 Now when you advertise, your word ad also appears on the internet at http://www.durhamregion.comCLASSIFIEDSFIND IT FAST IN THE AJAX-PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER To Place Your Ad In Pickering Or Ajax Call: 905-683-0707 Ajax News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon.-Fri 8:00-5 p.m. Closed Saturday 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers Would you like an exciting career as a POLICE OFFICER Take the Police Foundations Training course with the only specialized College in Ontario exclusively dedicated to Police studies. 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As a participant in the Ontario Government’s new innovative initiative for intensive in-home/in-school support services for children and adolescents who are at risk of being placed out of the home, Frontenac Youth Services, in partnership with Kinark Child and Family Services and CHIMO Youth Services, will administer the program for the Durham Region. Social Workers Crisis and Intensive Services Based in Whitby, you will provide a range of treatment services for high-need children and families, including telephone crisis response, mobile outreach, assessment and treatment planning. As well, you will provide brief family therapy, and individual and group therapy to identified intensive services clients. To excel in this role, you must have an MSW degree, membership with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, and at least 2 years of experience in children’s mental health. Familiarity with crisis intervention and intensive service programs, and a background working with children and adolescents are assets. Computer competency, a demonstrated ability to work independently, and a valid driver’s licence are required. If you are a qualified individual interested in meeting these challenges, please submit your résumé, quoting file #DUR02-09,by May 20, 2002, to: Margo Wilson, Senior HR Co-ordinator, Kinark Child and Family Services, 240 Duncan Mill Road, Suite 402, Don Mills, ON M3B 1Z4. Fax: 416-916-3458. E-mail: margo.wilson@kinark.on.ca (MS Word format only). Kinark Child and Family Services supports diversity in the workplace. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Travel Seminar Canada’s Premier Travel Company with 27 years’ experience extends an invitation to Travel Agents & the General Public to join the most exciting business in the world! Tuesday, May 14th at 7:15 p.m. Durham College, Whitby Campus www.travelonly.netRegistration #4316071 1-800-608-1117 Please RSVP to:Space is limited “HOW TO OPERATE YOUR OWN HOME-BASED TRAVEL BUSINESS” 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help LIGHT INDUSTRIAL,long- term temp, Staff Plus will be interviewing 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 15th, Iroquois Sports Complex, 500 Victoria St. Whitby LOCAL DRIVEWAY sealing company requires full-time help. Offering competitive wages and an excellent work environment. Driver's license and spraying experience an asset, however, willing to train the right candidate. Please fax resume to (905)619-6933. LOOKING for semi retied ma- ture individuals to help out in The Laundry Place. Alterna- tion experience. For more info call (905) 428–8635 CLEANERS -LOOKING for in- dividuals with cleaning ex- perience for great new oppor- tunities with cleaning service for residential clients. Ex- tremely attractive wages of- fered. Own vehicle preferred. Call (905)686–5424 now. POSITIONS AVAILABLE!Get a resume and secure the joy YOU want for free! 16-24yrs, out of school & work, call now! JOB CONNECT (905)579–8482, 623-6814, 427-8165, 666-8847. PART-TIME EVENINGS. Suit- able for homemakers & stud- ents. Easy phone work. Call for interview 905-426–1322 PARTS PERSON for busy ag- ricultural dealership. Farm background preferred. Good customer skills and computer experience an asset. Applica- tion forms available at: Vallance Equipment, 4179 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa or fax resume to (905) 655-8772 or by e-mail to: valequip@idirect.com PROPERTY/CASUALTY In- surance Brokerage requires an experienced Technical/ Customer Service Represen- tative. RIBO license not nec- essary but must be willing to obtain. Must have good com- puter/technical skills and must be a highly organized in- dividual. Must be a self-start- er with a positive attitude and able to work in a busy envi- ronment. Please send re- sume, along with salary ex- pectations by mail only to: Rose Anne Shaw, Office Man- ager Roughley Insurance Bro- kerage Ltd., 1000 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa, Ont. L1G 4W4. We thank all interested applicants, but only those who are select- ed for an interview will be contacted. READER'S WORLD BOOKS Ltd., a leader in display mar- keting sales, has openings in the Oshawa area for several reps. Job requires a work van and suitable place to store books. Experience is an asset, but not necessary. Call 1-800- 734-7634 ext. 229 ask for Ron. SHELL CANADA,full and part time. Locations in Brooklin, Orono, Oshawa. Contact by fax, at 905-723-7368 attention Jay. REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY full time handy person, must have electrical, plumbing and car- pentry experience. Able to work independently, clean drivers abstract required. Please fax resume to: (905) 666-8298. SCRAMBLES RESTAURANT requires experienced Break- fast Cook (exp. w/grill & eggs), weekdays part-time, Sat./Sun. full time. Also re- quire wait staff. Apply in per- son 527 Westney Rd. S., Ajax SPECIALTY PBE COMPANY requires delivery/customer service person for Durham Region. Must have knowledge of area. PBE experience pre- ferred. Good compensation & benefits. Fax resume with current driver's abstract to (905)683-3756 attention Tom. SPRING FEVER!New Durham office needs 15 people for summer and full-time help. Scholarships and advance- ment available. Call Todd (905)666-9685. Student Ho- tline 1-888-265-5539 STOP MAKING BLUE and purple bills! Put some red and brown ones in your wallet. Call us, we're hiring. Ask for Jade @ (905) 576-4425 STYLIST POSITION for Ajax salon, guaranteed salary/ commission, hiring bonus from $100 - $350. Store dis- counts. Call Cheryl (905) 723- 7323 TAXI DRIVERS full and part time dayshift wanted. Must have Oshawa taxi permit and clean abstract. Apply in per- son at 164 Bloor St East, Oshawa WANTED POSITVE individual for growing company applic- ant must have knowledge in welding with stick or mig some experience in fitting necessary electrical and plumbing knowledge consid- ered an asset wages negotible fax resume to 905-665-6868 or email to attech@rog- ers.com for interview. Salon & Spa Help514 ANGELA'S ESTHETICS has expanded. Requires full-time mature Esthetician with mini- mum 1yr. experience for our full service day spa. Fax re- sume: 905-666-7457 or email to: info@the-stress-shop.com Exp. FULL-TIME HAIR Stylist salary plus commission, also Full time receptionist for L'At- titudes at the Pickering Town Centre. Call Rosa at 905-420– 1440 or fax resume to (905) 947-8143. LUCINDA'S Salon and Spa - (Courtice Area)Hair Stylist chair for rent, license hair stylists only. Minimum 2 years experience. Call 905- 721-9107, after 6 p.m. Skilled & Technical Help515 3RD/ 4TH YEAR AUTOMO- TIVE Apprentice required. Im- mediate position. Benefits available computer literate, customer oriented. 905-433– 0355, leave message. PLUMBER required for busy service-oriented plumbing company. TOP hourly wages, new service vehicle, uniforms provided. Experience with wells & pumps an asset. Doyle Plumbing Ltd. 905-427- 7409 BUSY OSHAWA TIRE store requires EXPERIENCED LI- CENSED MECHANIC Full or Part Time (905)725–6511 CARPENTERS, CABINET- MAKERS and laminators re- quired in Pickering Must have 2-5 years exp., Fax resume to 905-686-0903. ELECTRICIANS FULL TIME Steady work. Residential & commercial work. 905-429– 8257. FIELD MECHANIC required to repair rough terrain forklifts. Experience with diesel en- gines & hydraulics an asset, but willing to train. Phone (416)291–1929 or fax resume (416)291-0009 HVAC installers and service tech required. Please call (905) 665–7778. LARGE Architectural Millwork Company requires FINISHED TRIM CARPENTER for site in- stallations in Durham Region area. Please fax resume to: 905-433-1463. LICENSED REFRIGERATION mechanic wanted immediate- ly for Whitby commercial HVAC company. Fax resume to Service Manager 905-430- 0970. PAINTING COMPANY looking for painter with 2-4 years ex- perience for residential paint- ing. call 428–0081 SERVICE Advisor required to direct and coordinate service mechanics to handle field service calls. Heavy equip- ment experience required. Call (416)291–1929 or fax re- sume (416)291-0009 UNI POINT SAW operator - $10 + per hr. long term temp, must be able to read meas- urements, carpentry experi- ence an asset. Minimum one year experience. Ajax area. If interested please fax Christine at Staff Plus (416) 495-0941 Office Help525 EXPERIENCED CRS/ORDER Entry Person for busy manu- facturer. Must be computer literate and be able to con- verse with customers across N.A. Kennedy/Finch area. Fax 416-291-4917 RECEPTIONIST/JUNIOR LE- GAL Assistant for Ajax law firm. Computer Experience. Fax resume to 905-428-8666 after 5pm stating salary ex- pectations. NO PHONE CALLS. Sales Help & Agents530 6-8 EXP. MORTGAGE Agents wanted immediately. High commissions paid, no territo- ries, self starter. Located in Whitby. Car a must. Please fax resume to 905-436-8626 or call 905-436-9292 for ap- pointment. CAMPING IN STYLE - One of Ontario's largest RV dealers is looking for energetic self- motivated individuals to join our sales team. Unlimited earning potential, excellent bonus programs Please fax or email resume to: (905) 655- 8462, cis@attcanada.ca DE BOER'S DESIGN/SALES. De Boer's furniture in Picker- ing is seeking an enthusiastic professional with sales skills & Interior Design background. This person should be Sales Motivated with the ability to communicate effectively and prepare design proposals for our clients. Fax resume to (905)683-9908 or email to: pickering@deboers.ca EARN $40K PLUS Sales Rep. A weight loss centre needs an ambitious, self-motivated person to sell weight loss programs. Must have sales experience and a healthy life style. Fax resume and cover letter to: E Welsh (905)509–3343 FULL TIME SALES Technician (Pickering). Opportunity for can- didate with excellent oral/written communications. Capable of organizing, reporting and man- aging a territory. Presentation and PC skills required, commer- cial ventilation experience an asset. Fax resume to 905-831- 3759. PART-TIME SALES CLERK re- quired with experience in Women's Wear an asset. Ap- ply to Kawartha Uniforms, Midtown Mall, Oshawa. (905)436-7336. MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST Must be familiar with Autocad, able to com- municate with clients and be familiar with a manufacturing envi- ronment. Permanent position with great po- tential for advance- ment, located in Orillia. Reply to: File # 800 Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, Ont. LlH 7L5 LOOKING FOR experienced skilled paver for busy Durham Region Paving Company, AZ or DZ lIcense preferred, must have experience with finish raking, rolling and Bobcat opera- tion, excellent wages. Fax resume to 905-728-6398. $20.00/HOUR AVERAGE Registration Officers Required We Train You Also spring and summer program for students Call Kim 905-435-0280 PUT YOUR PC TO WORK Work from home P/T $1,400 F/T $5,000 Training provided Call 416-631-3650 www. nowbewealthy.com MAINTENANCE/ HOUSEKEEPING SUPERVISOR Required for a new Long Term Care Facility in Ajax. The successful applicant will be responsible for the hands-on maintenance of the facility as well as su- pervision of the Housekeeping and laundry department. Salary $34,000 plus benefits. Fax resume to: Ajax Healthcare (905) 669-6724 Attention: File #202 Mark Bernhard A/P PAGE 24 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, May 12, 2002 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamregion.com BROADEN YOUR HORIZONS! Host an International student this summer, Coming to Canada to improve their English. Students attend classes Mon.-Fri. 9-5pm. Fun activities provided to students & families. Renumeration is paid for room and board. For Information Call Arlene Heasman (905)428–6829 LIKE TO BE MOTIVATED OR MOTIVATE? Like to laugh? Have fun? Be part of a team? AND MAKE ABOVE AVERAGE INCOME? Call Gary between 9:30am - 4pm Monday (905)426–1322 Local Home Renovations Company is seeking EXPERIENCED INSTALLERS for ROOFING, WINDOWS & SUNROOMS Call Bill at 905-686-9842 ext. 228 (9am-4pm). After 4pm call (905) 686-2445 ext. 228 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help THE NEWS ADVERTISER is looking for prospects to deliver newspapers & flyers to the following areas ✰✰✰✰✰✰✰ AJAX Meekings Dr. Pollard Cres. Mantell Cres. Mapson Cres. Hunter Dr. Todd Rd. Maggs St. Bowles Dr. Hibbins Ave. Hester Ave. Delaney Dr. Robertson Dr. McKie Crt. Home Ave. Morden Cres. Gill Cres. Georgina Dr. Hilley Ave. Mill St. Lincolin St. Duffin St. Carwin Cres. Gregory Rd. Clark Rd. Bryant Rd. McClarnan Rd. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ PICKERING Wollaston Crt. Glen Eden Crt. Rambleberry Ave. Silverthorn Sq. Honeywood Cres. Deerbrook Dr. Glenanna Rd. Segain Sq. Ermosa Cres. Chartwell Crt. Baylawn Dr. Foxwood Trail Flavelle Crt. Primrose Crt. Ducannon Dr. Hillcrest Rd. Victory Dr. Westshore Blvd. Sanok Dr. Lytton Crt. Toynvale Rd. Rougemont Dr. Summerpark Cres. Rosebank Rd.N. Garland Cres. Wildflower Dr. Craighurst Crt. Beechlawn Dr. Jaywin Cir. 1635 & 1623 Pickering Parkway ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR FOR ROUTES AVAILABLE IN YOUR AREA PLEASE CALL 905-683-5117 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 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. EASY PHONE WORK Appointment Setting ~ No Selling National Company modern upbeat office. Permanent F/T days. Great hours. Hourly plus generous bonus$$. Start immediately. Call for interview (905)426-4762 ELITE PLUS Apply in person 2300 LAWRENCE AVE. EAST 2nd FLR, #17 N.W. Corner at Kennedy Road White Shield Plaza LANDSCAPE DESIGNERS Work in the Durham area Full-time position FORCED TO HIRE $22.00/HR OSHAWA DISTRIBUTION CO. REQUIRES 10 PEOPLE IN SET-UP AND DISPLAY DEPT. • ADVANCEMENT FOR FAST LEARNERS. • OVER 18-ABLE TO START IMMED. • NO EXPERIENCE • FULL-TIME • STUDENTS WELCOME For Interview Call MON-TUES ONLY - 10AM-6PM 905-720-1507 MANAGER TRAINEES For Durham Region. National company requires 4 Crew Managers to supervise outside sales. Drivers license required. Earn $500 per week + car allowance + generous bonus system. For interview Call (905)723-1862 requires SHIFT SUPERVISOR for MIDNIGHTS The successful candidate will have: • University degree or college diploma • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Energy, perseverance and strong leadership skills • Previous experience in a manufacturing environment, preferable in plastics. Please fax your resume to the attention of Human Resources at (905)697-1759 Moving Van Foreman Wanted. Must have valid DZ license. Experienced foreman preferred, but not necessary, will train. Please forward resumes to: Box 160 Bowmanville, ON, L1C 3K9 Are you tired of driving to Toronto? EXPERIENCED SERVICE ADVISOR For busy Chrysler dealership. Only those with 2 years advisory experience and Windows based computer experience need apply. Fax resume to: (905) 683-5738 Attn: Doreen SHIPPER/RECEIVER Progressive Pickering company has immediate opening for full time warehouse employee. The successful candidate will be a detail-oriented team player. Knowledge of computerized inventory, and experience operating a reach truck, preferred. Possibility of advancement for right person. Forward resume, with salary expectations by May 17th, to: File #801 P.O. Box 481 Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 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 THE TORONTO STAR Requires SALES CREW MANAGERS for Durham Region (Evenings & Weekends) • We need top quality individuals to develop and supervise the successful sales efforts of a team of student canvassers • Flexible hours • $700/week & up commission is attainable • A van is required • Training provided For further information call Dean Bowler 905-261-0145 RUSSELL STAFFING requires Warehouse Personnel Afternoon shift, $10/hr Quality control CALL 905-420-5005 WORK NOW! Pickering, Whitby, Ajax We are currently looking for several people for each of the following positions. Safety shoes a must. • Bindery $7.45 • General Labourers $8.50 • Truck Loading/Unloading $9.00 • Welders:Mig & Tig $12.00 & up Global Human Resources Recruiting Thurs. May 16, 10am to 3pm at Quality Suites, 1700 Champlain Ave., Whitby (Thickson & 401) If unable to attend apply Mon.-Fri. 10am - 3pm at Global Human Resources 777 Warden Ave. Suite 217, Scarborough or email employeerelations@ghrc.ca ANCON INDUSTRIES INC. Custom Metal Stamping ‘A Business Built On Quality And Service’ As an aggressive, automotive parts designer and custom metal stamping manufacturer experiencing further growth, the following positions are open for motivated self-starters... •Toolmakers •Machinists Experience in completing tool build on small to mid-size progressive dies is essential for both positions. Tha n k s to ou r p e o p l e ! Please apply to: Human Resources, Ancon Industries Inc., Oshawa Fax: (905) 435-0598 humanresources@ancon-ind.com www.ancon-ind.com We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. An Equal Opportunity Employer 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTSPERSON Contract computer drafting. Experience in residential. Fax resume to 905-720-2868 LICENSED TECHNICIAN Kia of Pickering requires licensed technician. Excellent pay plan and benefits. On going manufacturer training. Import experience an asset. Fax resume to: 905-421-9292 MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN, experienced • Must have pump experience • Company vehicle supplied • Must be able to troubleshoot Fax resume 416-754-4286 Industrial Electrician Oshawa employer seeks individual for contract placement. Completion of college, CEGEP, vocational/technical training is required. Must have Industrial Electrician Trade Certification with 3-5 years’ experience, including PLC, motors, and control equipment. Responsible for working in an industrial setting with robotic, low voltage and microprocessor systems. Duties include installing, replacing, and repairing electrical components, troubleshooting, testing equipment, and interpreting electrical code specifications. Please fax resume to: (416) 971-9139. 510 General Help TRAVEL AGENCY Coach Tour Operator, Flexible full-time clerical/sales agent. PC & sales experience, own car re- quired, salary & commission & car exp. Fax 905-=831- 3384. Hospital/Medical/ Dental535 COMMUNITY SERVICE hours available at Durham Region Community Care. Opportuni- ties include: office support, advertising and marketing design, Bingo runners, friend- ly phone calls. Please call Jody or Jennifer at (905) 686- 3248 or email ajax2@idirect.ca DENTAL HYGIENIST required Tuesday evenings for Picker- ing office. Please fax resume to (905) 509-4667. ENTHUSIASTIC DENTAL re- ception/assistant required for maternity leave in a busy family practice, some even- ings and Saturdays personally bring resume to Dr. T. Gilchr- ist's, Loblaws Plaza, Bow- manville. No phone calls please. FULL TIME DENTAL assistant/ receptionist in new Whitby of- fice. HARP certified & ABLE experience preferred. Need to start ASAP. Fax resume attn: Dr. Lynn Bazarin 905-508- 5810 HERE WE GROW again 2 level 2 positions available at king Ritson Dental Clinic, each po- sition includes day, evenings, weekend shifts. Please fax your resume attention Shelly (905)579–2557. PART TIME HYGIENIST Mon., Wed. & Thurs. evenings in busy Courtice dental office. Fax resume to 905-433-7670 PART TIME PDA Monday, Wednesday, Friday, for speci- ality office. Experience pre- ferred oral surgery and ortho an asset please fax resume to (905)579–3815. PDA/DENTAL Assistant HARP certified, 2 days & occasional Saturdays for Orthodontic Of- fice, York Region. Fax to (905)642-9692 PHARMACY TECHNICIAN - Full time needed for pharma- cy in professional building in Oshawa. Zadal computer soft- ware and pharmacy experi- ence an asset. Attractive hours, wages and benefits. Fax resume to Manager (905) 576-2200. RMT REQUIRED immediately to work F/T to replace a busy RMT on disability leave. Thriving practise and physio clinic in Pickering. Call Kathy Kloss (905)420–0647. Hotel/Restaurant540 EXPERIENCED SHORT order cook evening and weekend. Cathy's Café 905-655–4608. OSHAWA -Experienced chef. short order prep and line cooks required for daily res- taurant and banquet hall for golf course. Fax resume to: (905) 433-7996. THE PALACE EAST now hiring door staff & short order cook. Apply in person at 947 Dil- lingham Rd., (905)420-2595 NOW HIRING - Experienced line cooks. Apply in person to The Thirsty Monk, Ajax. 85 Kingston Rd. E. Domestic Help Wanted550 CLEANER NEEDED Full time to help with housecleaning. Pickering/Ajax area. 905-619- 0602. Volunteers565 FREE TRAINING!!Set your own hours as a volunteer Community Case Manager! Needed for mental health cli- ents in Ajax-Pickering. Must be open-minded, compas- sionate and reliable. Training begins next week. Contact Jennifer or Jody at 9905) 686- 3248, fax to (905) 686-5770 or email: ajax2@idirect.ca Houses For Sale100 RESIDENTIAL / COMMERCIAL duplex, 2 kit., 2-4 pc. bath- room, 5 bedroom home in Montague PEI. Large treed lot 50 x 200., private b/y with deck, renovated, close to beach and golf course. Would make great vacation home or bed and breakfast. Call (902) 838-4532. after 6 weekdays or weekends. Pics available upon request. 7 TERESA DRIVE, WHITBY. Immaculate home in desir- able neighbourhood. Open- concept kitchen/family room features gas fireplace. 3-bed- rooms, 3-bathrooms, hard- wood & ceramic flooring, new roof. Newer windows. minutes to 401 & downtown. Asking $209,900. Call 905-430-9964 BEAUTIFUL LAKEFRONT 4 bedroom home, 75x250' lot, 323 Carnegie Beach Rd., Scu- gog Island, Port Perry. Infor- mation and pictures at www.bytheowner.com or call 905-767-5196 or 905-985- 9631 $289,500 WHITBY,West Lynde area. open house Sat. May 11, 1-4, 1500 sq.ft., 3+1 bedroom backsplit, single garage, fire- place, hardwood floors/carpet, finished basement, 5 Kenton Court, $199,888. 905-666– 2234. BOWMANVILLE - 2-storey 3- bedroom 1 1/2 bath finished basement, hardwood floors Lr, Dr large deck A/C attached garage eat-in kitchen nicely landscaped close to dowtown & all amenities 905-623– 8845. WE BUY HOUSES. We take over payments, no equity, no problem. We will buy or lease your house. No commissions or fees 905-720-8192 Apt./Condos For Sale110 LARGE ONE BEDROOM pent- house condo, 92 Church St. Ajax. Renovated, appliances included. Open balcony, pool, sauna, workout room, squash, greenspace. Asking $152,000. Call (905) 683–0931 PICKERING VILLAGE., 1- bdrm. penthouse condo for sale by owner. Brand new kitchen, underground parking. call Dave to view at 905-683– 3151 or leave message. Lots & Acreages135 2,9 ACRE LOT,10 mins north of Port Hope & Cobourg, W. Howard Rd., off of 5th Line, Suitable for Walk out base- ment, great northern view, Ap- prox. 1 acre clearing., 2 acres bush. $35,000 will build to suit. call 905-786–9898 WHITBY, Prestigious area, fine lot available: park like setting with mature trees. 70.5 ft. x 147.5 ft. $189,900. Pri- vate sale, 905-668-0819 Indust./ Comm. Space145 NEW INDUSTRIAL Units, for sale M1A Whitby 2,200 OR 4,500 SQ. FT. 20' clear, drive- in available now (905)436– 9613 OVER 4, 000 sq. feet, Indus- trial/Commercial space near 401. Three 12 x 14 doors. Available June 1 /02. call 905- 576-0498 or 905-725–9503. Office & Business space150 AJAX PLAZA,second floor of- fice space 580sq.ft. Available immediately. Next to 401, low rates, good parking. Call Mr. Harari (416)630–0111 ReMax Realtron Realty OFFICE / PROFESSIONAL SPACE. 400-2400 sq. ft. Prime downtown Whitby location. Ground floor. Private entrance and parking Call Joanna @ 905-579-6245. Stores For Sale Rent/Wanted155 STORE FOR RENT on the best location in Downtown Whitby. Approx. 1200 sq. ft. Available July 1st. Call for details. 905- 430–8327 Investment Opportunities159 Business Opportunities160 $$ GOVERNMENT - Funds$$ Grants and loans information to start and expand your busi- ness or farm. 1-800-505-8866 ACTORS AND MODELS! Looking for an agent? www.myscreentest.ca The Agent Finding Solution ™ UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! Make big money every time someone buys groceries. No selling,. FREE details 1-888- 748-5486 ext. SK383 Apts. & Flats For Rent170 1 BEDROOM BASEMENT in Ajax, legalized. Clean & bright, parking, laundry, own en- trance, use of backyard, $650/ month inclusive. Avail. June 1. Call 905-619-2679 2-BDRM basement,Ajax, Westney/Hwy 2, close to shopping, GO/401. Large, bright, clean, separate en- trance, includes utilities, parking, cable, laundry. $900. Avail. June or July. No pets/ smoking. 905-426–1222 3 BEDROOM flat on main floor house, own parking, air ap- pliances, Harwood & 401, Ajax, available June 1st, $1,200 inclusive, first and last. 416-520-6899. 401/WHITES RD.large one bedroom basement apartment no pets no smoking $750 all inclusive laundry and parking. Near Go. Available imme- diately. 905-420-8900. AJAX - LARGE 1-BEDROOM basement, parking, laundry, separate entrance. $750 in- clusive. June lst. ALSO 3- BEDROOM SEMI-bungalow, $1400 inclusive. No smoking/ pets. References. July lst. lst/ last. (905)686–6773 BACHELOR APARTMENT, Mary St. Oshawa, $425/ month, kitchen/living room, own bath, separate entrance, suit single male, first/last, avail. immed. Call Pam 905- 666-7614 or leave message 3-BEDROOM BASEMENT Westney/Hwy 2. Avail. May 15th. $500. inclusive. No ca- ble & laundry. Close to ame- nites. First & last. No smok- ing/pets. 905-426–5350 CENTRAL OSHAWA, 3-bed- room from $899-$950, May, June/July 1st; 2-bedroom from $799-$850 for May/June/ July. 1-bedroom $750 for June/July. Well-maintained building, near all amenities. 905-723-0977 9am-5pm EAST OSHAWA one bedroom basement apartment, avail- able from may 15th. Separate entrance, parking, air, cable, $600 per mo. inclusive. lst/ last, no pets. No smoking, quiet person, references, 436– 8428 LARGE 2 BEDROOM APART- MENT, main floor of house, close to downtown, large yard, utilities, laundry and parking included. $850 mo. lst/last. Available June lst. No pets. (905) 433-2954. LARGE 2-BDRM in very quiet triplex. Big backyard, bus stop at front door, laundry, parking. Suitable for single person. $750 +hydro. First/last. June 1st. Oshawa. (905)623–2143 LIVERPOOL Bayly , 2 bed- room basement apt., separate entrance, fireplace, AC, park- ing, laundry, $950 first & last, avail. July 1, 905-428–0264 or 905-626-7589. LIVERPOOL/BAYLY,2-bed- room condo apartment, very spacious, lots of storage, laundry, parking, available now,Call Faiz (416)402-7150 or (416) 994-6209. NORTH AJAX, bright walkout basement apartment, 4pc washroom, private washer/ dryer and entrance, parking, no smokers, no pets. $700 single, $750 couple. Available immediately. Call (905)428– 3112 NORTH OSHAWA,2 bed- room, very clean and quiet building, all inclusive except cable, No pets. Available June. 1, $825. Call 905-579– 9600 or 905-436-6408. ONE & TWO BEDROOM apts. available immediately. Con- veniently located in Uxbridge in adult occupied building. Appt. to view call 905-852- 2534. ONE & TWO bedroom apts., living room, dining room, kitchen, parking, hardwood floors, first & last, no pets, references. Available June lst. Close to hospital. Call (905) 723–1647, (905) 720-9935 OSHAWA - TAUNTON/WIL- SON - New home, immacu- late walkout apartment, suits one person, parking, non smoker, no pets, June lst. $700 per mo. all inclusive (905) 728–9509 1-BEDROOM w/ensuite, huge livingroom, separate en- trance, in an area of executive homes at Brock/Finch, Pick- ering. All inclusive, $750/ month, First/last, available immediately. (905)428-3715 after 6pm only. PICKERING newly renovated 1-bedroom basement, full bathroom, kitchen, laundry, own entry, cac, central vac. Suit single person, $675 in- clusive. Available June 1st. No pets/smoking. 905-426- 4723 PICKERING White's / 401, clean, bright, one bedroom basement apartment, full kitchen, air, laundry, separate entrance, parking, utilities in- cluded. Non-smoker, lst/last, $800. (905) 837–0227 PICKERING bright clean walk- out bachelor apartment. Laun- dry, separate entrance, park- ing, full bathroom & kitchen. First/last, $700/month all in- clusive. Avail. June 1. Days- 416-214-2250 ext. 261; eves- 905-839-5333 PICKERING Large 1 bedroom basement apart. Liverpool/ Highway 2. Seperate Entrance, close to all amenities, no smoking/pets. $ 700 incl. util- ities .Contact 416-994-9512 or 416-910-2651. PICKERING,Quality 1-bdrm, newly renovated w/4 piece bath, eat-in kitchen. $775/ month inclusive. Suits single professional non-smoker. Also private bdrm w/living- room avail. $550/month. First/last 905-420-7347 416- 574-0233 PICKERING,spotless profes- sionally finished 1-bedroom basement apartment. Sepa- rate entrance, garage & drive- way, own laundry. Available immediately. References re- quired. No smoking/pets, credit check, $800 includes utilities. (905)686–7504 PICKERING.Brock/Dellbrook. bright/walkout/private en- trance/basement apartment. two bedroom with closets/one living room/eat-in kitchen/full bathroom/parking. $850/ month. First/last. Inclusive. No pets/smoking. Close to PT/ GO/401. Available June 1. 905-426–8113 PROFESSIONALLY decorated and completely furnished walkout studio apartment. Bright, never lived in, cozy gas fireplace, art deco kitch- en, open concept. References, $975, all incl. Available Im- mediately. 905-509-6085. (snp) OSHAWA - Quiet building near shopping, transportation. Utilities included. Simcoe/ Mill. 1-bdrm, avail. June & July 1st, $729/mo. 2-Bed- rooms avail. immediately, avail. June & July $829/mo. 905-436-7686 until 7:30pm. SPACIOUS well-maintained - 1, 2 & 3 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. WALKOUT basement apart- ments available in Ajax. 1- bedroom, kitchen, shared laundry, separate entrance, parking. No smoking/pets $675/month, includes utilities. Available immediately, Call 416-451-6102. WHITBY, DUNDAS/BROCK - Luxury large 1-bdrm. Newly painted, carpet, a/c, very quiet adult lifestyle bldg., storage. $900/month inclu- sive. Avail. immediately. First & last required. 905-668-0182 or 416-460-5410. WHITBY, LARGE 2 BEDROOM and 3 Bedroom in quiet tri- plex. Parking laundry. Avail. June 1/June 15. $850 & $995 plus heat/hydro. First/last. Call 905-655-4036 WHITES/401 - LARGE 1 bdrm basement apt., laundry, fire- place, a/c, parking, cable, utilities incl. $795/month. Non-smokers, no pets. Avail. June 1. First/last. Call (905)837-9378 WHY rent when you can own your own home for less than you think?!! Call Dave Hay- lock Sales Rep. Re/Max Summit Realty (1991) Ltd. (905) 668-3800 or (905) 666- 3211. Condominiums For Rent180 2 BEDROOMS PLUS DEN 2 storey, 3 bathrooms, 2 bal- conys, adult occupied building across from Oshawa hospital, available July 1, $1300/month inclusive. Call Renata at 905- 434–7777 Houses For Rent185 * A RENT ALTERNATIVE ! ! ! If you are currently paying between $900-$1400 a month, I can help you own. Michele Detering Re/Max Rouge River 905-668-1800 A-ABA-DABA-DO, I have a home for you! 6 months free! From $550/month OAC, up to $6,000 cash back to you, $29,500+ family income. Short of down payment? For spectacular results Great Rates. Call Ken Collis, Asso- ciate Broker, Coldwell Banker RMR Real Estate (905)728- 9414 or 1-877-663-1054 email:kcollis@trebnet.com AN UNBEATABLE DEAL!From $500. down, own your own home starting at $69,900 car- ries for less than rent. OAC. 24 hrs free recorded message 905-728-1069 ext 277. Cold- well Banker RMR Real Estate. Aurelia Rasanu. A-A-A-A- MANY HOUSES/ TOWNHOUSES for rent in Pickering, Whitby, Ajax, Oshawa, Bowmanville 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). OSHAWA - 2 BEDROOM house, close to shopping and schools. $600 per month plus utilities lst/last, (416) 461- 4727) DOWNTOWN OSHAWA,semi 3-bedroom home, move-in condition, $900/month water included. Hydro & gas extra. No pets. Fridge & stove. Liv- ingroom, diningroom, kitchen, full basement, hookup avail- able for laundry facilities. Small front yard & veranda, parking for 1 vehicle, avail- able June 1st. Call (905)725– 7321 ext. 13 9-3pm Monday- Thursday. OSHAWA, 2-BEDROOM house for rent in quiet area (excludes basement). Park- ing, laundry, fenced yard. No smoking, no pets. $970/month inclusive. Available June 1st. Call (705)277–9981 OSHAWA,beautiful 2 homes, very clean, 2 + 1 bedrooms, good neighbourhood, private drive, no smoking/pets. Avail- able June/July. Asking $1,100 & $1,200 plus utilities. call 905-263–8856 PICKERING-ALTONA RD. Quiet street. 4 bedroom de- tached,2 years old appliances July $1650 plus. Condolyn Management 905-428–9766. PORT UNION Rd./401, quiet street. 3 bedroom detached, garage, fridge/stove, no pets, available July, $1150 plus. Condolyn Management 905- 428–9766. RENT TO OWN 3 bedroom 2 baths, house in Oshawa, low down, easy qualifying, $1450/ month. Call (416) 631-9152 WHITBY, DUNDAS/White Oak area , 3 + 1-bedroom, garage, finished basement, 3-1/2 baths, a/c, fireplace, available June 1st. $1250 monthly. Ref- erences required. No dogs. Call (905)435–1018. Townhouses For Rent190 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE for rent, 101 Bassett Blvd., Whitby. Appliances included. Detached garage, $l,350 per mo. plus utilities. Available June lst. Call (905) 666–1294 PICKERING - 3-bdrm, corner unit, all appliances, $1300+, water incl. Close to GO, 401, all amenities. Avail. June 1st. First & last required. (905)619–9340 PICKERING, A luxury "Tridel" Casita townhome, appro. 1,820 sq.ft., excellent condi- tion, second underground parking available. $1500 month. Call Barrie Cox Remax Rouge River Realty Limited. 905-839-7449. PICKERING, Brock/Kingston, a large 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 baths, finished basement, garage, fenced back yard, July 1, $1295/.mo., plus, first /last, references call 905-831– 8823 SOUTH AJAX, 3-bedrooms, central air conditioning, no pets, credit check & referenc- es. Available June 1st, $1300 monthly plus utilities. Call (905)686–6359. Housing Wanted191 UNIVERSITY MOM with 3 girls looking for housing in the Simcoe St. S. - Conant St., area, near Cedardale Public School. South Oshawa. Prefer upper level or main floor, 2 or 3 bedrooms, reasonable rent. Available for June lst. Do not wish to share accommoda- tions. Please call (905) 432- 0067 after 6 p.m. Rooms For Rent & Wanted192 WHITBY, ROSSLAND and Bassett, Spotlessly clean fur- nished bedroom, central air, bus at door. Cable. Non- smoking, Suitable for quiet person. Close to amenities. $400/month first/last 905-665- 8504 BRIGHT, SPACIOUS fully pri- vate furnished room w/private bathroom (same floor) in Rosebank/Sheppard area. June 1. Share laundry/kitchen facilities. $600 monthly. Ref- erences required. Call Jac- queline (416)433–6676 NORTH-OSHAWA one fur- nished bedroom to rent, share kitchen/bath, large-deck, large private country home. Park- ing, laundry, storage avail- able. $450 inclusive, June lst. No smokers. 905-626-3099. Shared Accommodation194 AVAIL. MAY. 1ST - Nice room in quiet home. Full use of house, parking, close to 401, OC, bus. Working professional non-smoker preferred. No pets. $450 first/last. Call 905- 728-1850 AJAX - SHARE LARGE newer home. Parking, laundry, own phone, cable, storage. Own bath. Close to all amenities. Phone (905)683–9213 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Oshawa, furnished room, bright very clean house, share large kitchen & bathrooms, run of house, non-smoker, parking, laundry, near all amenities. $440/month. 905- 404-8479 Sick of RENTING? 1st Time Buyer? Professional Renter? Honest Answers....! Professional Advice...! To “Own” Your Next Home! 1-800-840-6275 905-571-6275Ability R. E.Direct Mark Stapley Sales Rep. SPECIAL Oshawa 2 B/R apts $700 April, May & June. 280 Wentworth St. W. bright & clean, close to schools & shopping, 3- bedrooms available too. for appointment call (905) 721-8741 A MONEY WORKSHOP Make it, keep it, grow it. Retire securely in 5 - 10 years. 1-800-764-6209 Decorator required for in-home sales of custom window treatments. Minimum 3 years experience in measuring and designing draperies, blinds and shutters. Own vehicle required. Please contact Charlie (905)428–0937 SALES PERSON required for immediate opening. Earn above average income. Leads provided. Must have reliable vehicle.Training provided for the right candidate. Call Tony 905-426-1322 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, May 12, 2002 PAGE 25 A/P Tel: (905) 709-8009 Fax: (905) 709-3664 Email: markham@accountemps.com For more information visit our website at www.accountemps.com CAREER-MINDED ACCOUNTANTS COME JOIN THE INDUSTRY LEADER For temporary positions in: SENIOR ACCOUNTANT STAFF ACCOUNTANT PAYROLL SPECIALIST ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE ACCOUNTING CLERK DATA ENTRY 525 Office Help 525 Office Help JOIN THE TEAM For temporary positions in: EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT OFFICE MANAGER CUSTOMER SERVICE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT RECEPTION / SWITCHBOARD MARKETING / SALES ASSISTANT OFFICETEAM Tel:905-771-8272 • Fax: 905-709-3664 Email: markham@officeteam.com For more information visit our website at www.officeteam.com SECRETARY/RECEPTIONIST required by busy hi-tech company with emphasis on technical support. Need excellent customer service skills and possess an attitude that "The Customer Comes First". Good working knowledge of Excel, MYOB and Microsoft Word required. Please email resume to: VGLEESON@KEYSCAN.CA THE LAW OFFICES OF DAVID GOODAIRE Junior Real Estate Clerk Required immediately for our very busy smoke free environment. Knowledge of PC Law, Conveyancer, Word Perfect and Teranet an asset. Whitby. Fax Resume to 905-668-8576 or e-mail -- goodaire@sympatico.ca no phone calls OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS! Salesperson New & Used Get in on the ground floor Durham Region's newest Daewoo Pickering Ask for Charlie Mickel (905)420–4800, toll free 1-866-420-3933 530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents CDA/ PDA/ RN(s) Surgical assistant required immediately, weekdays for oral surgeon and periodontist in UNIONVILLE. Recent graduates welcome. Phone (905)479-1856 or Fax resume (905)479-1483 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental LIFE ENRICHMENT ASSISTANT F/T POSITION Recreation, Activation, Occupational Therapy Certificate or Equivalent. Must be physically fit, some lifting required. Computer literacy an asset. Available to work days, evenings and weekends. Mail/fax resume to: Life Enrichment Director Sunnycrest Nursing Homes 1635 Dundas Street East Whitby, Ontario L1N 2K9 Fax: 905-576-4712 REGISTERED NURSES (Attractive Rates) Say goodbye to the usual nursing routine & explore an opportunity in Correctional Services! Immediate Openings in Quinte & Whitby. Also, other positions for RNs & RPNs in LTC at locations in Durham Region, Scarborough & Toronto Fax resume to Endeavour Personnel (416) 646-1795 CASEY'S AJAX is now hiring a MANAGER Be part of a winning team!!! Fax resume to: (905) 619-3347 Attention: MARK NG-A-KEIN 36 Kingston Rd. East Ajax, ONT. (905) 619-9048 540 Hotel/Restaurant 540 Hotel/Restaurant OPEN HOUSE The Manors of Brandywine 45 Generation Blvd. Scarborough Rental: 416-284-2873 SAT. & SUN. MAY 11 & 12, 11am - 4 pm A unique community nestled in 14 acres of landscaped grounds * Rouge Valley at your doorstep * Steps to schools & TTC * close to Hwy 401 & Hwy 2 * Minutes away from the Toronto Metro Zoo! ------------------------------------------------------- 102 Open Houses 102 Open Houses RENT-WORRY FREE 1, 2 & 3 Bed. Apts. Well maintained, modern Appliances. All Util. included. On site super, maintenance & security. Rental Office:Mon - Fri. 12 noon - 8pm Sat & Sun 1pm- 5pm 905-579-1626 VALIANT PROPERTY MANAGEMENT www.gscrentals.com e-mail: valiant@speedline.ca 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent Now you can own a new home suite in Clarington Aspen Heights II only 25 min. east of TO For only $660 per month guaranteed for 5 years including P&I and CMHC fees. Hurry! Limited # of 2 bedroom suites for $119,990. Only $789 per month Guaranteed It's easy! $500 initial deposit, total 5% down. On Approval. Call 905-427-8605 185 Houses For Rent 185 Houses For Rent 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 100 Houses For Sale 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 185 Houses For Rent BLINDS & DRAPERY AVAILABLE JUNE 1ST share large new luxury home with hot tub, near Thickson & Rossland, one room $485/ month; all inclusive, first/last. Jim or Norma 905-571-1203 PICKERING (Westshore), room for rent $350/month, use of facitilies. Working female preferred. Available now. Call 905-428-9223 or 416-818- 7744 WHITBY, THICKSON/HWY 2- large clean house to share. Suitable for working profes- sional. Cable, laundry, air conditioning, and all utilities included. No pets, non-smok- ing environment. Available immediately. $550 inclusive, first/last. Call (905)743-6258 (snp) Vacation Properties200 $8,900; $1500 DOWN; $125 monthly, fully serviced wood- ed trailer lot near Cobourg. Sand beach. Hydro/water/ sewers, rolling hills, next to county forest, great swim- ming/fishing. Call 905-885- 6664 Rentals Outside Canada205 CLEARWATER, FLORIDA, ful- ly furnished, air conditioned, 2-3 bedroom manufactured homes. Pools & hot tub, near beaches & major attractions. Children welcome. Photos $275 weekly (less than motel) (905)683–5503. Cottages209 COTTAGE LEASE.. why own? Mortgage, taxes and main- tenance costs $7-$10,000 per yr. for ownership. Lease for as little as $3,500 per season for as long as you want. 2-bdrm, hot water, shower, deck, 200 ft. waterfront, 120km North of Whitby. (705)833-2002 or (905)831-4709. Campers, Trailers,Sites215 1990 5TH wheel, 32 ft. HOLI- DAY RAMBLER TRAVEL TRAILER, sleeps 6, queen size bed, large fridge, 4 burner stove, good condition. 905- 372-2036. 1999 MALLARD 30ft(r) sleeps 6, $22,000. Florida room 20'x8' and furniture, shed 8'x8' on Lake Scugog, Port Perry on lot @ Marina. (905)576–8282. 2001 GOLDEN FALCON DS, 28' 5th wheel, 2 slideouts, central vac and much more. Perfect shape. Best offer. Call 905-668-5198 27ft MASTERCOACH,4 vent forced air furnace. 4 burner stove & oven, electric fridge, 6ft 6" head room, double & queen beds, canopy, best off- er. 905-404–8574 31' GLENDETTE TRAILER,2 tip outs, sleeps 6, 18x10 deck, near Casino Rama. $8000. Call Sam (905)426–2550. 86 Bonair 1000 Tent Trailer - Sleeps six, 3 burner stove, sink, ice box, hard top. Good condition. Asking $1900. Call 905-579-4135. A BALSAM LAKE,FENELON FALLS - new 12x40 Golden Falcon Park Model on lake- view seasonal sites. www.sandybeachtrailer- court.com Toll free 1-877 887–2550 NEW PARK -RICE LAKE Large seasonal 10 new sites. Pool, beach, docking, rec. hall. North Lander Trailers for sale, Park Model rentals weekly. Call (705)696-3423. Website: www.dreamlandre- sort.on.ca Pools & Supplies234 EARLY BIRD SPECIAL - 16x30 O.D. Kayak Pools with decks and fence, limited quantity, from $4,995.00, 25 year war- ranty. 416-798-7509, 1-800- 668-7564. Tutoring Service279 Bargain Centre309 RAISED SINGLE BED, good for children 5 - 10. Forest green, metal tube structure, $60. Tel- ephone (905) 683–6525 Articles For Sale310 CARPETS - lots of carpets. I will carpet 3 rooms ( 30 sq. yd.) Commercial carpets for $319.00. Residential or Berber carpets for $389.00. Includes carpet, premium pad, expert installation. Free, no pressure estimate. Norman (905) 686- 2314. AIR CONDITIONERS - New Danby 5,000 btu $225., 7,000 btu $325, 10,000 btu $445 12,000 btu $499 new danby bar fridges, $139 and up. Also variety of new appliances, scratch and dent. Full manu- facturers warranty. Recondi- tioned fridges $195 / up, re- conditioned ranges $125/ up, reconditioned dryers $125 / up, reconditioned washers $199 / up, new and recondi- tioned coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New brand name fridges $480 and up, new 30" ranges with clock and window $430. Recondi- tioned 24" ranges and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and reconditioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa. (905)576–7448. 3PC. RECLINING SOFA set $975. La-z-boy recliner $75. Metal 6x8 shed $50. Maple kitchen table & 4 chairs $150 or best offer. Call (905)837– 2121 9.8HP MERCURY Outboard motor $450; Riding lawnmow- er, Deutz-Allis $700; 8HP Ro- totiller, good motor, gearbox needs work $100; Snowblower 3.5HP $100. Pontypool 705- 277-3300 PIANO SALE- Annual Year End Sale starts May 1st on all 2001 models of Roland digital pianos, Samick pianos. All Howard Miller clocks. Large selection of used pianos (Ya- maha, Kawai, Heintzmann etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental pay- ments apply. Call TELEP PIA- NO (905) 433-1491. www.Tel- ep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UN- DERSOLD! AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES HANK'S APPLIANCES. Matching fridge/stove, good condition $249; Washers reg/ extra-cap $149/up. Dryers ex- tra/reg $125/up. Selection apt.-size washers/dryers. Se- lection fridges $150/up. Side- by-sides $299. White/almond stoves, full/apt-size $150/up. Portable dishwashers $225/ up. Visit our showroom. Parts/sales/service. 426 Sim- coe St.S. Mon-Fri 8-6pm, Sat 9-5pm, Sun 11-4pm. (905)728-4043. AMAZING PRICES.Mirror sliding doors. We are the manufacturers. Any size. De- livered and installed. Call 416- 618-8805 ANTIQUE dresser circa 1850, 3 drawer, hand carved two finger drawer pulls, valued at $1,500. Bob 905-373-6082. ANTIQUE MAHOGANY corner curio cabinet $1500. Mahoga- ny desk $400. Grandmother's chair $250. Art Deco dresser w/mirror $300. Call 905-579- 5023 to arrange appointment APPLIANCES refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer. Also apart- ment-size washer & dryer. Mint condition, will sell sepa- rately, can deliver. 905-839– 0098 BEDROOM SET (sleigh). 8- pce hand carved Cherry wood. Brand new. Not opened. Cost $9,200. Sacrifice $2,999. 416- 917-5807. BEDROOM SET, 8pce cherry- wood. Bed, chest, tri-dresser, mirror, night stands, dovetail construction. Never opened. In boxes. Cost $9000, Sacri- fice $3500. 416-748-3993 CARPETS SALE & HARD- WOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $339. (30 sq. yd.) Includes: carpet, premium pad and installation. Free estimates, carpet repairs. Serving Durham and sur- rounding area. Credit Cards Accepted Call Sam 905-686- 1772. CARPETS! CARPETS!CAR- PETS! 3 rooms carpeted with pad and installation $299 (32 yds.). SPECIAL BUY - 24oz. Berber, 10 colours, $7.50/yd. 32oz Berber, 12 colours, $8.50/yd. 45oz Nylon Saxony, 30 colours, $13.50/yd. NO HIDDEN COSTS. Free shopt at Home Service. Guaranteed Best Prices. SAILLIAN CAR- PETS, 905-373-2260. COMPUTER REPAIR & up- grades, home & office. Re- furb. IBM computers from $99. Refurb. IBM laptop from $650. New computers from $399. Delivery available. Call 905- 426-7994 ComputerDeals.Net P-4 tower of power with CD-burner $888. Pentium internet starter $249. Laptops, big selection from $399. New ultrafast 2-way satellite internet, available an- ywhere. We love doing up- grades & difficult repairs. (905)655–3661 CONTENTS OF HOUSE - beautiful 7 pc. dining set, matching sofa/chair, coffee table, Ladies triple dresser. All in excellent condition, Make an offer. Call . (905)579- 2445. DINING ROOM SET, hutch buffet, 6 chairs with table. Kenmore washer/dryer, very good condition. Call Agnes 905-430-7134. DININGROOM 14 PCE cher- rywood. 92" double pedestal. 8 Chippendale chairs. Buffet, hutch, server, dovetail con- struction. Still in boxes. Cost $14,000. Sacrifice $5000. (416)746-0995. DININGROOM SET.10 pce hand carved Cherrywood. Brand new. Still boxed. Cost $10,200. Sell $3,800. 416-496- 2926. Direct TV HU FIX, $15. 30 day warranty. Unlooped HU $20. Also do H cards. Call 905- 424-8615 DIRECT TV SYSTEM w/card, loader, & support $449, Hu unlooping $25 while you wait, system w/card $249, 3m 90- day warranty $50 Amazing Electronics, 601 Dundas Street, Whitby. 905-665–7732 DISHWASHER, used $150. Stackable washer & dryer $425/pair. Call 905-728-1850 EMERALD & DIAMOND Cocktail ring, appraised $4800 asking $1400. Loveseat bleached carved wood, very formal, elegant, asking $600. Sofa, shabby chic, beige, asking $525. Coffee & end ta- bles Deboers. Sports memo- rabilia, all types. All excellent condition. 905-839–6635 FOR SALE:A-Ladder for above ground pool, used one season $50. Call (905)428– 3404. FURNITURE FOR SALE - 4 pc. wall unit $300., 6pc. Chinese antique redwood sofa set $2,200., dining table, 8 chairs $2,000., hutch and buffet $2,800. Plus more articles. (905) 428–8649 HOBART 30 QUART 3 phase mixer, with bowl and dough hook, asking $2,995. Also menu board with letters and 20 shelve bun rack with cover. (705) 932–5487 HOT TUB,4-5 person, approx. size 5 x 6ft. $1,000 or best off- er, 905-683–4298 HOUSE CONTENT SALE - 9pc diningroom set; Maytag washer & dryer; coffee/end ta- bles; boy & girl bedroom fur- niture; king size bed; office desk; etc. 905-831–8801 I HAVE YOUR PERFECT WED- DING GOWN! Princess Wed- ding gown, size 7 with jeweled tiara and veil included. Bought for $2500, sacrificing and giv- ing up for $500. You won't be disappointed with this dress! Call Tanya (905)432–4960. INTERLOCKING BRICKS for sale. (905)697–9462 (snp) LARGE 10PC MAHOGANY dining room suite, beautiful carved wood, pedestal legs, seats 8, cream coloured up- holstery. Excellent condition $2,800 o.b.o. Call 905-666– 3444 LIVINGROOM complete, 2 love seats, 1 wing chair, 2 lamps, 2 end tables, round teak coffee table, wall unit, shears & toppers to match. Call 905-668–8309. LUIGI'S FURNITURE - We're moving from 488 to 500 King St. W., Oshawa. Watch for our grand opening coming soon. Huge moving sale on now - All furniture priced for quick clearance. We would rather sell it than move it. Coil spring mattresses from $89, futons from $165, Simmons Queen set mattresses from $699. set. Pauiser leather at whole- sales prices. Sale priced, re- cliner sofas, chairs, swivel rockers, recliners, nice se- lection of fabrics. Always in stock, ready to take to the cot- tage, ten different styles of fu- tons, all at the lowest guar- anteed price. Same quality at a lower price, we'll beat it by 10%. Cottage country delivery available. Priced to sell, all headboards, bunk beds, fu- tons, mattresses, sofas, leather etc. Check us out first - our prices can't be beat. Lui- gi's Furniture, 488 King St. W., Oshawa, (905) 436-0860 MATTRESS/ Boxspring. Queen Orthopedic. Brand new, factory sealed. Sell $325. 416- 496-1343 MOVING SALE 7pc Pine bdrm set $1,200; Sears wooden bunk bed $550; computer desk $150; wooden crib $200; Singer sewing machine $200; baby swing $60; silk/wool carpets etc. 905-665–5194 MOVING SALE:Various household furniture, student desk, vacuum cleaner, wind- ow coverings, dart board with cabinet, futon, lamps, umbrel- la clothes line, treadmill, patio table, Christmas decorations (905)728–6583 NASCAR FANS GREAT GIFTS for Mother's Day, Father's Day, or special occasions. Pictures, Posters, Die Casts & Collectables Call Gary 905- 436-7975 NATURAL MEAT - Chemical free beef/pork freezer packs. Save 40% of supermarket value. Also frozen chickens and lamb. (Limited supply). (905)983-5370 or (905)432- 3652 NEED A COMPUTER...DON'T HAVE CASH? The original IBM PC, just $1 a day...no money down! AOL & Interest FREE for 1 year! The Buck a Day Co., call 1-800-772-8617. www.buckaday.com NURSES UNIFORMS, Health care, Durham College, Dental, Veterinary, Scrub sets. Rubi - 905-579-0246 Fri. Sat. Sun. East Mall Plaza, 600 King St. E. at Wilson Rd. (A&P Plaza) Oshawa. PHONES FROM $9.99 & up; Cordless phones $24.99 & up; Vista 350 $59.99; 2.4GHZ from $69.99; VCR Hi Fi, 4-head $89.99; DVD Toshiba $179.99; Call 905-571–7500. Closed Sunday's PIANO - UPRIGHT, apart- ment size, excellent condition. call 905-435–9983. 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. Gift Certificates available. Call Barb at 905-427-7631 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com Visa, MC, Amex. PLAYOFF TICKETS:for Tor- onto Maple Leafs & Toronto Raptors & concert tickets. Will also buy tickets. 905- 626-5568 PLAYSTATION MOD CHIPS PS1 basic chip $35; Stealth chip $60; PS2 Version 1 & 2 $75; Version 3 $95; Version 4 $125; All work guaranteed. Install while you wait. Bea- trice/Wilson area (905)721- 2365 PONY CART, excellent condi- tion. Washing machine, heavy duty. Produce wagon, good shape. Two 1989 Buick Park Ave cars (one ceritifed). Call (905)655–4500. RENT TO OWN new and re- conditioned appliances, and new T.V's. Full warranty. Pad- dy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798-5502. RENT TO OWN: New and re- conditioned appliances. Full Warranty. Peter's Appliances 905-837-9000 or 416-282- 0185 SIDE CAR by Velorex, black with convertible top, tonneau cover and luggage rack. Comes with universal mount- ing hardware. 1 year old. $l,900 or best offer. (905) 377- 9478. SOFA & LOVESEAT $395; Dining table, buffet & hutch $575; Bedroom set $450; So- fabed $200; Old oak pedestal table +chairs $550; Washer + dryer $240/pr; Kitchen table + chairs $250; Coffee +ends $100; Chest freezer $135. 905- 260-2200-Oshawa SPAS...SPAS...SPAS...SPAS Broken partnership forces sale. Over 30 spa's still in wrappers. Must be sold at cost or below. 416-727-9599 STORE FIXTURES FOR SALE. Metal counters, metal bins, racks, spinners, slat wall, 8" hooks, check out, 2 Sharp registers. Call John (905)697– 0316. OAK/PINE FURNITURE....We have expanded our showroom and are filling it with exciting New Designs in Solid Wood Bedrooms, Dining Rooms and Entertainment Units. We have a large selection available, and if you don't see what you are looking for, we will build to your specifications.... Let Tra- ditional Woodworking be your own personal FURNITURE MAKER. We have been build- ing quality solid wood furni- ture in the Durham Region for 27 years. We pride ourselves on being able to take your ideas/plans and turn them into reality. Drop in and see our State of the Art Woodworking facility and let us show you how quality fine furniture is made... Remember..."There is no Substitute for Quality"..Tra- ditional Woodworking.... 115 North Port Road (South off Reach Road), Port Perry. 905- 985-8774. www. traditionalwoodworking.on.ca TANNING BED excellent con- dition, 31B 2F, Commercial/ home $2000. Call Allen 905- 725-0314 APPLIANCES:refrigerator 2- door frost free, deluxe stove, matching heavy duty washer/ dryer $675/all- will sell sepa- rate. Also washer used 2 years $250 + Dryer $225, 8 mo old dishwasher $275. all top condition. (905) 767-6598 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 1, Pickering. For more info. call 905-619-2093. CARPETS - LAMINATE and VINYL SALE. Carpet 3 rooms, 32 sq. yds. for $339. Com- mercial carpet including car- pet, premier underpad and professional installation. Laminate $2.39 sq. ft. Click System. Residential, com- mercial, customer satisfac- tion guaranteed. Free Es- timate. Mike 905-431-4040. STORAGE TRAILERS AND storage containers, 24 ft. & 22 ft.. Call 905-430-7693. WESTERN RIDING SADDLE, leather chest strap, cinch, blanket, pad, leather bridle, leather halter, brushes, combs., fits horses 14.2 to 15.3. Selling as package $800. ask for Bob.1 905-697-7810. Saddle was just reconditioned. WHIRLPOOL WASHER & DRYER, stackable, with stand 705-786-0550 Articles Wanted315 WANTED -Snowblower & blade for 8 hp. Massey Fergu- son. Call 1-705-786-0550. WANTED - one or two good used basic KAYAKS with pad- dles and life jackets, plastic acceptable. Call 905-377- 9983. WANTED CAMERAS:Canon, Nikon, Pentax, Voigtlander, Zeiss, Robot, Grafex, Com- piss, Leitz, Leica. 16mm movie cameras, old metal toys, Fair prices paid (905)432–1678 Most metal body cameras & miniature cameras & Super 8 cameras & projectors. WANTED ELECTRIC FORK- LIFT,4,000 lbs. & up. Call 905-683-5117 ask for Abe. Firewood330 FREE FIREWOOD - Broken woodskids and pallets. Deliv- ery available Oshawa Whitby/ Ajax Pickering area. 905-434- 0392. (snp) Musical Instruments365 GIBSON LES PAUL Studio electric guitar, brand new with hard shell case $1800 value for $1000 or best offer. Call (905)436–0977. Pet, Supplies Boarding370 CKC-REGISTERED GERMAN shepherd puppies, large- boned. Championship pedi- gree. 1st shots, vet-checked, tattooed, dewormed, social- ized & family raised. Out- standing temperaments. Writ- ten guarantee. Call 705-786- 0322 FOUND young cat with tabby markings, white tip on tail, declawed. Liverpool/Finch area 905-839–9264 FREE to good home - Beautiful 7yr. Rottweiler/Staff. Loving, protective. Hate to see go, child has allergies. All shots, spayed. Incl. food/supplies. Call 905-576-6655. LHASA APSO PUPS - Bred for smaller body structure, non- shedding, non allergenic, pa- per training started, first nee- dles, health guarantee. (705)786–3124 OLDER CATS need love too! Many young to older adult cats (spayed or neutered, fully vaccinated) looking for homes. Kittens with first booster sometimes available. Many medium to larger breeds of dogs available for adoption. Pet supplies (espe- cially cat food and litter) and donations always welcomed. Please call Durham Animal Adoption at 905-438–8411 Purebred American Eskimo puppies, born April 9th, 2002 - house raised, both parents great temperament. Great with kids. A must see! $400. Call (905)438-1645. PUREBRED ROTTWIELLER pups for sale. First shots, dew claws, tails and dewormed. German bloodline, great tem- perament, $500 each. Serious inquiries only. (905)576- 4342.snp. Cars For Sale400 1978 CADILLAC SEVILLE good condition call for details after 4pm. 905-623-6842 1987 RELIANT 4-door, 2.2, 4 cyl, automatic, buckets, con- sole, power steering, power brakes, air conditioning, AM/ FM stereo cassette, very good condition throughout. Must sell $750. 905-436-6763 1988 CHEV CELEBRITY,ma- roon color, excellent condi- tion, 144,000 kil., fully cer- tifed, e-tested $3,500. like new. (905)697–8863 1988 CHRYSLER DAYTONA 2-door, 4-cyl, automatic, p/s, p/b, a/c, 130km, buckets, console, factory mags, stereo cassette, new parts, mechani- cally A1, excellent condition throughout, no rust, $1175. 905-404-8541 1990 HONDA CIVIC SI, 184K, 5-spd intake, full exhaust, new head/intake, exhaust gaskets, new alternator & radiator $3300 or nearest offer. Call (905)839–8923 1990 HONDA CIVIC, runs great, cheap transportation. Needs exhaust. $1300 as is. Pontypool 705-277-3300 1992 BONNEVILLE SSE1 Su- percharged, white with brown leather interior, tinted wind- ows, sunroof, CD player bass booster, fully loaded, new transmission, $8400 certified & E-tested. Call Taylor at 905- 438-8552 1992 OLDS CUTLASS Su- preme, 4 dr, auto, 178kms, certified, e-tested $4000 o.b.o. (905)434–0392 '92 VOYAGER 7 seater $3299 '90 Cavalier 4 door with new paint $2499 '90 Tempo $1699 All cars certified and e-tested 905-683–7301 or 905-424- 9002 after 6p.m. 1993 AUDI 90 SEDAN white 153km fully loaded, alarm system & keyless entry, mint condition. Service records available, e-tested, certified, new tires/brakes. $10,900. Newell 905-434–1780, 905- 424-2116. 1993 MAZDA MX3 Precidia, V6, green, fully loaded, 166,000kms, well maintained, $5500 o.b.o. (905)619–3579. 1993 PLYMOUTH GRAND Voyageur, good condition, loaded, 3.3 motor, white, well maintained. $3800. Pontypool 705-277-3300 1994 GRAND AM, 4 door, ex- cellent condition, automatic, keyless entry, AM/FM, E- Tested & certified, $4600. Pontypool 705-277-3300 1995 Chevy Cavalier - Certi- fied, emission tested. Excel- lent condition (154,000k). Asking price $5595 or b.o. Sarges Service Centre 1009 Brock St. S. Whitby. Call 905- 668-0021. 1995 CHRYSLER CONCORDE excellent condition, high mile- age, new transmission. Certi- fied $4,900. Call Kirk at 905- 261-4397 1995 FORD EXPLORER Eddie Bauer, 4litre, 4wd, auto, air, power everything, mint. $10,900 o.b.o. 1988 MAZDA RX7, 10th Anniversary, turbo, new engine, summer ready $7,000 o.b.o. Must Sell-Mov- ing! 905-831–5285 1997 CHEV CAVALIER, only 61,000 kms.! Very clean, like new condition. Must sell, bought a trailer! Asking $10,500. 905-373-4871. 1997 HYUNDAI ELANTRA station wagon, dark green, auto, cruise, AM/FM cass., roof racks, carefully main- tained, excellent condition, certified and emission tested, $7,500 OBO. Call 905-377- 1542. 1999 CHEV CAVALIER red, 2 dr., auto, air, power door locks & mirrors., cruise, tilt, cas- sette, certified & E-tested, Fi- nancing avail., 128, kms., $8900 no GST, 905-579–9444. 1999 FORD TAURUS Sedan, 4dr. auto, fully loaded, non smoker, 118 kms., certified, E-tested, $9,900. Excellent condition. Call 905-427–0797. 1999 TAURUS,must sell, like new, am-fm cassette, air, abs, cruise, tilt, loaded. 89,000 kil., new price - $9,500. obo certi- fied, e-tested. (905) 576–3549 1999 TOYOTA SIENNA 5 dr, C.E. pkg., owner, like new, 72 mth/200,000km extra care protection Toyota warranty. 7 passenger, fully loaded, safety & emissions, (905)259–6267, $22,900 financing & all records available. 2000 FOCUS WAGON,silver, loaded, assume payments of $370/month, 20 months, 45,000kms remaining on lease. Must go, company car coming. (905)837–2121 2001 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX GT, automatic, 4 dr., 3.8 v6, driftwood exterior, tan leather interior, fog lights, polished alloy wheels, power sunroof, spoiler, power and heated bucket seats, dual climate control air conditioning, am- fm stereo with cd player, pow- er windows, locks, mirrors, cruise control, tilt steering, dual air bags, anti-lock brakes, traction control, anti- theft keyless entry, compass, auto dim mirror and $5,000 anti-theft guarantee. Absolute- ly mint with only 13,000 kms. Call (905) 725-0858 after 5 p.m. Ask for John. 2001 PONTIAC GRAND AM SE, black, 4 door, take over GM lease, $0 down, $346/mo., 22,000kms. 905-576-9253 88 OLDS, 98 touring sedan, black with grey leather interior great shape must be seen to be appreciated $3000 obo 416-996-1075 89 FORD TEMPO GL 4-dr, 4- cyl, auto, P/S, P/B, A/C buck- ets, console. Excellent condi- tion throughout. Mechanically A1. AM/FM stereo cassette, no rust, E-tested. Must sell $950. 905-404-8541 92 CAVALIER 4cyl automatic, p/s, p/b, air, new brakes, 150,000-km. e-tested. Good condition $3,900 or best offer. 905-259-0370 or 905-430- 3138 MERCEDES BENZ 1987 good clean car. 198,000km $8500 e-tested. ALSO 1987 GMC SAFARI runs well, reliable $1500, e-tested 905-436-7109 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 MUR- AD AUTO SALES. Trucks For Sale410 1997 JEEP CHEROKEE Lare- do, certified, well maintained, 140,000km, asking $16,500. Call Corey 905-852-4934 1998 GMC SIERRA SLE ma- roon colour, fully loaded, au- tomatic, 4X4, 3rd door. Off- road package, but has never been off-road. Only 90,000kms, asking $25,000 certified. Complete main- tenance record! Call 905-686- 3512 Vans/ 4-Wheel Dirve420 1998 FORD WINDSTAR GL, 3.8 litre, 159,000kms, quad seating, am/fm cassette, transferable warranty, very clean, e-tested. To be sold as is $8695. Call (905)668–7053 2000 PONTIACT Transport van, red fire metalic, fully loaded, 16,000km, warranty, $20,000 o.b.o. Call 905-728– 8592 99 FORD Windstar LX,92,000 kms., 3.8 ltr. engine, dual sliding doors, keyless entry / alarm, traction control. am/fm/ CD/cassette, very clean, $14,900. call 905-430–6541 Auto Financing446 Announcements255 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 NEED A CAR? Rebuild Your Credit with Newstart Leasing! AS LOW AS $199 DOWN 1-866-570-0045 A ABLE TO PAY up to $2000 on cars & trucks 24 hours, 7 days. 905-686-1899 NEED A CAR? 1-800-BUY-FORD Formula Ford * Previous Bad Credit * Discharged Bankruptcy * New in Country Ask for Mike Williams • Pickering – 905-839-6666 • Oshawa – 905-427-2828 • Toronto – 416-289-3673 • Fax – 905-839-6008 WE CAN HELP - FAST APPROVALS • Bad Credit • No Credit • Even Bankrupt Credit • But need a car? Phone Mel today 905-576-1800 All applications accepted. Downpayment or trade may be required. • APR from 9.9% • eg. Car $10,000 • APR 19% • Payment $322.78/mo. • 48 months • C.O.B. $4698.09 Rates vary depend on credit history. SALES LIMITED WE FINANCE EVERYONE First time buy- ers, bankrupt, bad credit, no credit. You work? You drive! Lots of choice. Down or Trade may be required. SPECIAL FINANCE DEPARTMENT SHERIDAN CHEV 905-706-8498 NEED A HOME PHONE? NO CREDIT? BAD CREDIT? NO PROBLEM! No deposit Required Activated Immediately Freedom Phone Lines 1-866-687-0863 TUTORING AVAILABLE FOR HIGH SCHOOL MATH STUDENTS MANY YEARS OF EXPERIENCE $25/HOUR (905)-837-9213 TUTORING Kindergarten to Grade 8 $17.00 per hr. • Basic Math • English Skills • Child & Youth Studies Major 905-509–1818 A/P PAGE 26 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, May 12, 2002 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamregion.com WOODEN SHEDS 761 McKay Road, Unit #1 Pickering, Ontario L1W 3A3 Phone: 9 05-619-2093 Fax: 9 05-619-3366 401 eastwest X 761 McKay Rd unit #1 Brock Rd 1 Pickering nuclear plant Gar a g e Gar a g e 5- S i d e d Cott a g e B a r n Gabl e Montgomery Pk. 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Four years success treating leukemia, cancers; chronic pain management; dissolving child-adulthood traumas/is- sues. 905-683-1360 days, eves, weekends HEAVENLY PSYCHIC An- swers. Find the oracle within. $2.99/min. *18+*24 hrs. 1- 900-451-3783. Daycare Available273 AFFORDABLE LOVING DAY- CARE non-smoking, reliable/ experienced, mother of 2. Steps to Glengrove P.S. on St. Anthony Daniels bus/route. Large fenced backyard. Play- room/crafts/outings. Snacks/ lunch. Valley Farm Rd. / King- ston Rd. Near PTC. Referenc- es. Call Debbie (905) 839– 7237 AFFORDABLE DAYCARE openings end of June, reliable, safe, nutritious meals, clean, fun, 5 min. from St. Bernan- dettes. Call Devita (905) 426– 2106 before June lst. ATTENTION MOMS I provide homecare for your child and many extras. Hwy #2/Dixie. Call 905-837-8955 DR. ROBERTA BONDAR & St. Catherine of Siena before and/ or after school care and holi- days. Call 905-619-3029 HWY 2/CHAPMAN. 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Call Ernie 668-4932 753 Party Services 753 Party Services CLOWN / MAGICIAN • Live animals • All occasions • All ages Call Jeff (905) 839-7057 165 Mortgages, Loans 710 Painting and Decorating 715 Moving and Storage A Mother's Day Tribute In Loving Memory of our Mom ❦ Lina Hughes ❦ September 5, 1921 - April 27, 2001 We'll love you forever We'll like you for always As long as we're living Your children we'll be. Forever in our Hearts Virginia, John, Michael, David, Peter, Paul, Mark, Jim, Greg & Janie & families 910 Massages 244 Special Tributes 244 Special Tributes A/P PAGE 28 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, May 12, 2002 AJAX BRIDGE CLUB Duplicate bridge results from May 7/02 STRATIFIED OPEN PAIRS SECTION ‘A’ FLIGHT ‘A’ - NORTH-SOUTH 1. Joanne Marden and Ken Marden; 2. Helen John- ston and Gord Humphrys. EAST-WEST 1. Allan Monteiro and Robert Hoult; 2. Donna Dizig and Ian Coats. FLIGHT ‘B’ NORTH-SOUTH 1. Sally Giles and Raymond Thomas. EAST-WEST 1. Marg Townshend and Eleanor Gardiner; 2. Sharon Bain and Andy Risman. STRATIFIED OPEN PAIRS SECTION ‘B’ FLIGHT ‘A’ NORTH-SOUTH 2. Blair Breen and Dale Beaudette. EAST-WEST 1.Denis Erwin and Joseph Kryzanowski; 2.Cather- ine Cameron and Ellen Kauffman. FLIGHT ‘C’ EAST-WEST 1. Carol Hughes and Lilian Parlette. FAMILY KARATE SCHOOLS ASSOCIATION The Family Karate Schools Association with schools in Ajax, Pickering, Oshawa and Scarbor- ough, recently held its semi-annual tournament in Pickering. A total of 144 competitors took part. Members from the following karate schools were also in attendance: Durham Martial Arts in Os- hawa, Bushido Karatedo in Bowmanville, Claring- ton Wado-Kai and the Newmarket Martial Arts Centre. TOURNAMENT STANDINGS APRIL 20/02 KATA Children 5-8years-white: 1, Mariusz Fajfer (Os- hawa FKS); 2. Ozzy Smith (Oshawa FKS), 3. Aquille Stephens (Pickering F.K.S) Children 5-8 years-yellow-green-blue: 1. Alex Laughton (Scarborough F.K.S.), 2. Matthew Deas (Scarborough F.K.S.), 3. Eric O’Connor (Oshawa F.K.S.). Children 9-12 years-white-yellow: 1. Tyler Butts (Ajax F.K.S.), 2.Joshua Trebley (Oshawa F.K.S.), 3. Chris Sarju (Pickering F.K.S.). Children 9-12 years-orange-green: 1. Natalie Arm- strong (Durham Martial Arts), 2. Katie Colosimo (Durham Martial Arts), 3. Daniel McCauley (Bushi- do Karatedo). Children 9-12 years-blue-brown: Kyle Sisson (Ajax FKS), 2. Jonathan Douglas (Oshawa FKS), 3. Lisa Beaucage (Ajax FKS). Junior/Adults 113years+-white-yellow: Stephen Small (Durham Martial Arts), 2. Richard Dart (Durham Martial Arts), 3. John Laughton (Scarbor- ough FKS). Junior/Adults 13yrs+-orange-green: 1. Missy Lum (Durham Martial Arts), 2. Jeremy Rutke (Newmar- ket MAC), 3. Tim Rutke (Newmarket MAC). Junior/Adults 13yrs+-blue-brown: Denise DeAdder (oshawa FKS), 2. Bonita Desroches (Newmarket MAC), 3. Jennifer Lovitt (Bushido Karatedo). Black: 1. Brandon Francey (Bushido Karatedo), 2. Marc Desroches (Newmarket MAC), 3. Bill Rab- john (Pickering FKS). SPARRING Children 5-8 years-white: 1. Michael Radford (Ajax FKS), 2. Ben Mason(Oshawa FKS), 3. Brady Hud- son (Oshawa FKS). Children 5-8 years-yellow-green-blue: 1. Matthew Deas (Scarborough FKS), 2. Devan Watson (Os- hawa FKS), 3. Tristan Quarry (Ajax FKS). Children 9-12 years-white-yellow: Roy Houkayem (Pickering FKS), 2. Brooke Mason (Oshawa FKS), 2. Chris Sarju (Pickering FKS). Children 9-12 years-orange-green: 1. James McMillan (Pickering FKS), 2. Kayla Companion (Ajax FKS), 3. Danielle Seeley (Ajax FKS). Children 9-12 years-blue-brown: 1. Erik Sterling (Ajax FKS), 2. Lisa Beaucage (Ajax FKS), 3. Bren- dan Fox (Pickering FKS). Junior 13-17 years-male-white-yellow: 1. Stephen Small (Durham Martial Arts), 2. Arman Alayunt (Scarborough FKS). Adults 18yrs+-male-white-yellow: 1. John Laughton (Scarborough FKS). Juniors/Adults 13years+-female-white-yellow: 1. Susannah Moylan (Scarborough FKS), 2. Melissa Perks (Scarborough FKS), 3. Charlene Pierson (Scarborough FKS). Junior/Adults 13 years+-male-orange-green: 1. Michael Seeley (Ajax FKS), 2. Chris Fiorentino ), Clarington Wado-Kai), 3. Scott Jones (Clarington Wado-Kai). Juniors/Adults 13years+-female-orange-green: 1. Lynn Sterling (Ajax FKS). Junior/Adults 13 years+-female-blue-brown: 1. Emily Maille (Ajax FKS), 2. Denise DeAdder (Os- hawa FKS). Junior-under-18 years-male-black: 1. Marc Desroches (Newmarket MAC), 2. Simon Utkala (Ajax FKS). Adults-18 years+-male-black: 1. Manuel Marino (Ajax FKS), 2. Bill Rabjohn (Pickering FKS). SCOREBOARD AJAX —An Ajax-based men’s slo-pitch league is looking for a few more players to round out teams’ rosters. The Westney Heights Men’s Slo-Pitch League is looking for in- dividual entries (men 18 years and older) for the 2002 season, which is already under way. The league plays each Sunday and features nine-inning games and double- headers. The league offers weekly most valuable player awards, full uni- forms, an all-star tournament and a skills competition. For more information, call the league at 905-428-6708. Slo-pitch league still needs players Wednesday May 15, 2002 Location: Holiday Inn 1011 Bloor Street East, Oshawa FREE ADMISSION • FREE PARKING Public welcome 1–8pm (Bring lots of résumés!) Make a “healthy” career choice! & present DIRECTIONS: Coming from the West - Take the 401 east to the Harmony Rd./Bloor St. cutoff. Make a left at the lights, going over the bridge to the next set of lights. Go straight through the second set of lights to the Holiday Inn. Coming from the East - Take the 401 west to the Harmony Rd./Bloor St. cutoff. Make a right at the lights, and continue on to the Holiday Inn. • Markham Stouffville Hospital • The Scarborough Hospital • Peterborough Regional Health Centre • Victorian Order of Nurses Durham Region Branch • The Oshawa/Clarington Association for Community Living • Home Relief Health Services Inc. • Comcare Health Services • Kawartha Quality Care • Rouge Valley Health System • Community Lifecare • Trillium College • Lakeridge Health • Whitby Mental Health Centre Attention Seniors...With Tea, Do You Prefer One Friend or Two? 1645 Pickering Parkway Pickering, Ontario The Parkway, where there is always something happening, and there is always time for Tea. Come join in the fun! Alert Care CorporationACLeaders in Retirement Home Living Since 1985 Other Durham Locations: (905) 426-6603 Oshawa - The Centennial (905) 436-1901 Whitby - The Colonial (905)665-9560 The Parkway Retirement Home ORCA NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, May 12, 2002 PAGE 29 P A.J. GROEN/ News Advertiser photo Maple Leafs forever PICKERING –– Will Sribny (centre) wants to whole world to know who he’s rooting for during National Hockey League playoff action featuring his beloved Toronto Maple Leafs. Mr. Sribny and neighbours on Foxwood Trail painted the Leaf logo on his drive- way and recruited young fans to show their colours too. With Mr. Sribny are (from left) Nathan Aker, Jack Cats, Alexia Sribny and Lauren Spinelli. Show some drive for a Little Sister PICKERING —Come tee off for charity. On Tuesday, June 25, join hall of fame jockey Sandy Hawley at the Big Sisters Association of Ajax-Picker- ing’s charity golf tournament at Seaton Golf and Country Club in Pickering. Registration is $90, which includes 18 holes of golf, cart and dinner at Papps Restaurant. In addition, there is a prize table, raffles and silent auc- tion. All proceeds support Big Sisters programs for girls in Ajax and Picker- ing. To register, or to be a sponsor, call Big Sisters at 905-428-8111 or e- mail bigsisap@netcom.ca. Wayne Hutchinson 696 King St. W. Oshawa, ON (905) 579-2222 1-888-576-8575 DURHAM WINDOWS & DOORS SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATION Complete selection of Vinyl Windows & Doors Picture Windows Bay & Bow Windows Patio Doors • Casement Windows MOBILE SHOWROOM Attention Home Owners! DIAMOND MORTGAGE Free Consultation 416-739-6969 • first time buyers • refinancing mortgages and debts • residential & commercial, transfers • power of sales • private and institutional funding • tax arrears $AVE HUNDRED$ Consolidate or Renegotiate “BEST AVAILABLE RATES” “PRIVATE FUNDS AVAILABLE” Refinancing debt consolidation a specialty For FAST PROFESSIONAL SERVICE CALL 905-666-4986 From 6.15% for 5 years. 1st & 2nd Mortgages to 100% Condos Rental Properties CUSTOM UPGRADES INCLUDED WITH ALL RENOVATION PROJECTS BOOKED THIS MONTH! 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Expires May 31/02 LUBE OIL & FILTER $18.95 ON MOST VEHICLES On the web: www.llicommunications.com LLI Communications (905) 576-8303 “We bring the store to you” SPECIAL IN-HOME COMPUTER ASSESSMENT $15.00 + tax Includes: System review Recommendations on repairs or upgrades ON SITE SERVICE & NETWORKING SOLUTIONS • Computer sales • Custom builds (offer ends 05/31/02) TO ADVERTISE IN THIS FEATURE PLEASE CALL 905-683-0707 ext. 2303, 2334, 2304 Foresight Computer Services Will Help You With Your Technical Difficulties Computers are great when they’re working. Many of us can’t live or work without them. That’s why it’s so maddening when they break down or when you can’t seem to load that new software you just bought. “It can be very frustrating,” says Paul Downey, owner of Foresight Computer Services. “In most cases people just don’t have the time to pack everything up and take it back to their supplier.” Paul is an experienced technician who can solve your problems in the comfort of your home or the familiar surrounding of your office. “I can help my clients with many ser- vices including those with small to medium sized businesses, home based businesses and individuals,” he says. “From fixing equipment and loading software to installing peripheral devices such as CD burners and printers.” Installing a new CD burner, scanner or modem may be easy to some, but most people try it themselves with little success. For an affordable fee, Paul will do it right the first time, He has more than 15 years experience and will give you a free initial consultation. “One service that saves money is sim- ply cleaning up files and properly deleting unnecessary ones to free up hard drive space,” Paul explains. “Many people buy larger hard drives for their computer when it just isn’t nec- essary.” Foresight Computer Services also offers software training in MS Office and other pro- grams. This in-home training will give you a higher level of understanding and confidence when using new programs or the ones that come with your computer. “We also offer internet solutions help- ing clients create their own websites,” says Paul. “Today websites are becoming an important way of doing business and many companies don’t have the staff to create them.” With the growth of home-based busi- nesses Paul’s services are in demand more than ever. “I am accessible from Monday to Saturday and have a 24 hour emergency ser- vice,” he says. “ For more information about Foresight Computer Services call (905) 420-1600. Owner Paul Downey has more than 15 years experience solv- ing his clients computer prob- lems and needs. CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP LTD. DEAL! DON’T SIGN ANY DEAL! WITHOUT CHECKING OUT A We are Here SHEPPARD AVE. M A R K H A M M c C O W A N 407 401 416.298.7600 4960 SHEPPARD AVENUE E. CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP LTD. ONE PRICE THE B E S T PRICE ! Specials of the Week 0 DOWN! 0 PAYMENT! 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A/P PAGE 30 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, May 12, 2002 United Way courts three-on-three action for youth Recycle!The Durham Region Branch of the Canadian Diabetes Association invites you to Our Annual General Meeting & Information Night. Wednesday, May 15th 7:00 to 9:00 pm Cullen Gardens - 300 Taunton Road West, Whitby AGM business 7:00 pm to 7:20 pm will be followed by a special presentation by Dr. A. Steele; Diabetes Hope: Diabetes and the link to Heart Disease Dr. Steele will answer audience questions about diabetes & heart disease Free Admission...Everyone Welcome! For information please call: 905-436-6648 Treating Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Traditional Chinese Medicine by Jane Cheung, B.Sc., Dr. TCM Irritable bowel syn- drome (IBS) is a common disorder of the intestines that leads to a combination of abdominal pain, bloat- ing, and changes in bowel habits. Anyone of you who has IBS knows that even though it is not life threat- ening, it is very annoying and disrupts daily life activities. This disease responds well to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which is probably therefore the treatment of choice, taking into consideration that there are very limited treatments for IBS. Due to the complexi- ty of the condition, treat- ment must be done by a competent TCM practi- tioner (usually someone with three to five years of training). Success of the treatments is based on finding the correct diagno- sis and tailoring the treat- ment to each individual. According to TCM theory, IBS corresponds to mixed patterns of deficien- cy and excess, caused by a combination of the follow- ing: long-standing bottled up emotions, sustained periods of overworking or worrying, irregular eating habits, overuse of antibi- otics, air pollu- tion, etc. For this condition, I often combine acupuncture and herbal medicine. Acupuncture is used to regulate the flow of qi- energy corre- sponding to the imbalance of the Organ System. For example, I have a patient with fibromyalgia and IBS that I use acupunc- ture to ‘loosen’ the Liver Qi stagnation and rehabilitate the Spleen energy. Based on his imbalances, the herbal pre- scription used is Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang, one of many herbal prescriptions used to regulate and strengthen bowel function. He responded well after a few treatments, and developed regular bowel movements. To know more about TCM, check the Canadian website www.medi- cinechinese.com. If you have any ques- tions, you can e-mail Jane at jcheungtcm@canada.com or call (905) 571-3556. ADVERTISING FEATURE Ample Free Parking New Patients Welcome Call (905) 571-3556 50 Charles St. (just south of Oshawa Clinic) Jane C. P. Cheung, B.Sc., D.TCM Herbal Medicine and Acupuncture Specializing in the treatment of numerous acute & chronic conditions including: • Smoking • Chronic Pain & Work-Related Injury • Skin Diseases • Women’s Health Issues • Labour & Delivery • Pediatric Medicine • Neurological Disorders • Depression & Anxiety • And More... • Graduate from a Four-Year Program in Traditional Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture • “Doctor of Acupuncture” Certificate from the China International Acupuncture Moxibustion Examination Centre • Board Member, Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture Association of Canada TOTAL REHAB 250 BAYLY ST., W, AJAX 905 • 426 • 7690 visit us: www.totalrehab.net Is pleased to welcome back: Katharine Love, Certified Athletic Therapist. 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FINANCING up to 4848 mo. PLUS NO PAYMENTS FOR 90 DAYS OR OR OR00%% NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, May 12, 2002 PAGE 31 A/P 3.3L V6, auto, p/w, p/dl, tilt, cruise, side air bags, sport touring, quad seats, split rear, full spare, security alarm, h/d cooling & more. Stk. #P6978.• $365.00/mo.*** 2.7L V6, auto., p.w., pdl., security grp., keyless entry, tilt, cruise, air cond., alum. wheels, AM/FM cass., 4 wheel disc brakes & more. Bal. factory warr. Stk. #P7025.• $26,666 Auto, air, leather, slider, loaded! 14,300 miles. Bal. of factory warranty. Stk. #P6903.• MAKE AN OFFER 2.2L, auto., air cond., tilt wheel, cruise, AM/FM cass., cloth seats, bal. factory warranty. Stk.# P6940.• $12,997 5.2L V8, auto, 12 pass., premium decor, tilt, cruise, p/w, p/dl, air cond., anti-spin axle, rear heat/air, AM/FM cass., p/mirrors, H/D cooling & more, only 15,100 miles. Stk. # P7072.• 2001 CARAVAN SPORT 2001 SEBRING LX CONV.2001 GRAND CHEROKEE LIMITED 2001 NEON 4 DOOR 2001 RAM 2500 WAGON 4695 KINGSTON RD. SCARBOROUGH MARKHAMRD.MORNINGSIDE AVE.401 MILITARY RD.BEECHGROVEKI N G S T O NRD.SCARBOROUGH HOTLINE 416.287.7777 AJAX/PICKERING HOTLINE 1.800.465.8142 4695 KINGSTON ROAD **All sale prices are plus GST, PST, gas, lic. fee & admin. OAC.www.davidsonchrysler.com To All The Mothers In The World! Happy Mothers TRUCKS…TRUCKS…TRUCKS…TRUCKS… CARS…CARS…CARS…CARS…CARS… VANS…VANS… VANS…VANS… VANS…VANS… VANS…VANS… 2001 CHRYSLER SEBRINGS STOCK#’S 5643A, 5659A, 5697A CHRYSLER’S LUXURY AT ITS BEST! $16,988 2000 CARAVAN Auto, air, power group, white, 66,000km, 1 owner lease return. Stk#5688 Auto, air, power group. Stk#5705A$15,988 1999 CARAVAN 1998 DODGE CARAVAN $13,988 Auto, air, power group, fully certified and ready for the family. The perfect people mover! Green. Stk# 5724B $11,988 1998 GRAND VOYAGER 4 door, family wanted to take me home! 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Example 5757A. 6 TO CHOOSE!$9,888 FROM 1999 INTREPID ES Black on black leather, fully loaded, all options, sunroof, lease return 34,467 km Stk #5731A $17,988 2001 CONCORDE LX 2 to choose! Chrysler Luxury. Auto, air, power seat. Stock#5644A $18,988 2000 TJ SPORT LIKE NEW! 40,000kms, gorgeous! Patriot blue! Brand new this would be $31,095. Stock#5759A $23,988 1999 GRAND CARAVAN 15TH ANNIVERSARY 53,000kms, fully loaded, quads, auto, air, power group, 1 owner. Stk#5748A $17,988 OUR NEW ARRIVALS WITHOUT PLOW 34,467KM Business is up 65%-THANK YOU MOM’S BEST BUYS!MOM’S BEST BUYS! Another Salesperson Wanted Day! This one is really Strong & Powerful!This one is really Strong & Powerful! 1998 DAKOTA RT STK#77135A $18,999 1998 DAKOTA RT STK#77135A $18,999 2000 MUSTANG GT STK#4736A $23,999 2000 MUSTANG GT STK#4736A $23,999 1999 VIPER STK#5751A $79,999 1999 VIPER STK#5751A $79,999 This ones really Sporty!This ones really Sporty!This ones really Fast!This ones really Fast! SOLD 3 AT THIS PRICE! 1995 DODGE CARAVAN SE Automatic, PS, As Is Special. Stk#5695B $4,777 AS IS AS ISAS IS Bought by the Legal Begal! Bought by the Legal Begal! A/P PAGE 32 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, May 12, 2002