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AT A GLANCE Shotgun, carbine stolen during break-in PICKERING —Police are in- vestigating after a thief broke into a home on Vistula Drive and made off with a shotgun and semi-auto- matic carbine. Durham Regional Police said the culprit gained entry by forcing open a rear door of the residence, whose occupants were away on holiday. A neighbour reported the break-in after checking on the home Monday. Anyone with infor- mation is asked to call police at 905-683-9100. Distress Centre hosts training workshops DURHAM —Volunteers are needed at Distress Centre Durham. A two-part training workshop, to become a volunteer for the Dis- tress Centre’s 24-hour help line, will take place on Sunday, Sept. 8, and Sunday, Sept. 15. To be eligible for training, volun- teers must be 18 or older, and complete telephone and in-person meeting.Volunteers must be able to commit 16 hours every month, in- cluding one overnight shift. “We carefully select empathet- ic, non-judgmental, responsible in- dividuals and provide intensive training in active listening, crisis in- tervention and suicide prevention techniques which are of benefit per- sonally and professionally,” say Dis- tress Centre representatives. Call 905-723-4461. Cuppa joe, anyone? DURHAM —Add some meaning to your daily grind and host a coffee break for a good cause. The Alzheimer Society of Durham Region is looking for hosts for its National Coffee Break Day, Sept. 19.The coffee break helps raise needed funds for local sup- port and education services. Hosts simply offer refreshments in ex- change for a donation to the Alzheimer Society. All supplies are provided in the Coffee Break kit, complete with pro- motional materials. 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GROEN/ News Advertiser photo Andria McGowan heads up the Ajax-Pickering Block Par- ent program and needs the old signs still in circulation. Pickering Block Parents need help — and signs Those seeking safe haven have new symbols to look for AJAX —Contrary to ru- mours, the Ajax-Pickering Block Parent Program is alive. While not exactly well, it is continuing to operate and to find new members. Chairman Andria Mc- Gowan said a new executive is in place and is actively beating the bushes for new Block Parents. A new sign has also been designed. “Some members of the ex- ecutive were people who de- cided they didn’t want to be there anymore,” she said. That led to people thinking the organization had disband- ed, Ms. McGowan noted. “There was the possibility of not continuing, but we managed to pull together a new executive and new signs.” In addition to finding new volunteer Block Parents, the organization is also trying to locate the old signs, fearing they might fall into the wrong hands. “There are 200 signs out there and we don’t know where they are,” she added. “We encourage anyone with an old sign to turn it in.” The new executive is going through its records to deter- mine who are members. They have found in Ajax there are only 12 members, while there are about 250 in Pickering. “We always want to en- courage people in the commu- nity to join. The more watch- ers we have, the safer the community,” Ms. McGowan stated. With Block Parents, a sign is displayed in a window. When displayed, the house is a safe haven for children or adults who are lost or in po- tential danger. “We’re growing so much. There are new communities going up all over the place. Young families are all over the place,” she said. Anyone interested in vol- unteering or for more infor- mation, can call Ms. Mc- Gowan at 905-426-8352. Board warned to pay legal bill Lawyer seeks payment for services sought by trustees BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer DURHAM ––A local lawyer says he’ll take Durham’s public school board to court if it doesn’t pay the more than $8,000 he says he is owed. Last year, five Durham Dis- trict School Board trustees re- tained the services of Paul Mack, of Mack & Kisbee in Oshawa. Some have publicly said they did so because of concerns about the legal opin- ion the board received from its own legal staff concerning an expulsion hearing. When it came to a vote, the board re- jected seeking a second opin- ion. The board voted in May against paying the legal bill. When Mr. Mack resubmitted it last month, board chairman Elizabeth Roy, in an interview, said nothing had changed since that vote. If that’s the case, Mr. Mack said he would take the board to small claims court to force them to ante up the $8,136.55. “If the account is not paid it will be litigated,” he said in an interview. Mr. Mack would not com- ment further on the matter. In a July 24 letter to Trustee Elizabeth Roy, Mr. Mack re- quested that the board pay the bill within 30 days, or by the end of this week. At the end of his letter, it is Blaze guts two Pickering homes Firefighters say response time ‘great’ BY MARTIN DERBYSHIRE Staff Writer PICKERING —A fire that ripped through a west Pickering home and spread to the house next door Sunday morning has left two local families to put the “pieces back together again”. Pickering Fire Chief Bill Douglas confirmed Tuesday Pickering Fire Services re- ceived an alarm call at approxi- mately 8:15 a.m. Sunday to which three Pickering fire sta- tions responded. Deputy Chief Mark Diotte said firefighters arrived on the scene five minutes and 52 sec- onds after the initial 911 call and Chief Douglas said the flames were under control by 10:26 a.m. Firefighters believe the blaze began in the garage of 429 Summerpark Cres. in the Rose- bank and Sheppard area before spreading to the rest of the home and eventually through the eavestroughs to the house next door at 431 Summerpark, although the investigation con- tinues. A tenant at 429 Summerpark said she was awakened by her daughter and the smell of smoke shortly before 8 a.m. Sunday and believed it was her air conditioner. “My boyfriend ripped (the air conditioner) through the window, but that wasn’t it. Then he opened up the garage and saw black smoke coming from the car so we called 911 and got out,” the woman said. “I was upset at how long it took (for firefighters to arrive) consider- ing the station is right there on Kingston Road. After they got here they were so good, they even asked if I wanted them to save my photo albums. It’s just the response time is dis- appointing, but I think when it’s your house on fire it’s always slower than you think.” In fact, Deputy Chief Diotte said the response time in this case was “great” and Chief Douglas agreed. The owner of the second home damaged in the fire, who did not wish to be named, said firefighters “did a good job and were compassionate. “For us it’s just about putting the pieces back together again,” she said. Chief Douglas estimated damage to both homes would total approximately $400,000 and although no one was hurt, two firefighters were overcome by heat and treated by ambu- lance at the scene. “They got back in and con- tinued fighting the fire though,” he said. “It’s just too bad, but the main thing is nobody was seriously hurt.”See DURHAM page A2 The damage is considerable to the interior of 431 Summer- park Cres. in Pickering following a fire involving a neigh- bouring home Sunday. No injuries were reported. JASON LIEBREGTS/ News Advertiser photo You want it? Come and get it... AJAX –– A member of the Toronto Barbarians stays just out of the reach of an Ajax Wanderers Rugby Club player during Ontario Rugby Union ‘B’men’s league action at the Harwood Avenue North field Saturday afternoon. The Wan- derers men’s second team defeated the Barbs 24-19, recovering from a 19-0 deficit to score 24 consecutive points in the second half. 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Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 - 7:30 Sat. 9 - 4:30, Sun. 10 - 1 Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. For information on delivering your advertising flyers, call DUNCAN FLETCHER at 683-5110. IN TODAY’S News Advertiser ADVERTISING FLYERS BARGAINS Wednesday Aug. 21, 2002 News Advertiser Walmart, 270 Kingston Rd. E., Ajax Walmart, 1899 Brock Rd. 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While there’s nothing stopping a trustee from seeking outside legal counsel, it would be at his or her own expense, said Trustee Roy. She sug- gested, however, a trustee has no rea- son to do so given the resources avail- able. “We have counsel supplied to the board, and we also have the support of (the Ontario Public School Boards’ Association), who can help if opin- ions or information are needed,” she said. Board policy 8360 states, “the (ed- ucation) director may on behalf of the board or a trustee engage and instruct solicitors and obtain their advice in connection with the activities of the board.” Trustee Roy said it might be nec- essary to contact the ministry of edu- cation to clear up the issue of who re- tained Mr. Mack. DURHAM from page A1 Durham board put on notice regarding legal bill PICKERING ––Beef is on the barbie this Friday in Greenwood. A barbecue dinner is offered at Greenwood United Church Friday, Aug. 23 from 6 to 8 p.m. The cost is $10 for adults, $5 for kids under 12 and free for pre-schoolers. You’re encouraged to bring your own lawn chair. Call 905-683-5828 for ticket information. Dig in Friday at barbecueGrowth leads to electoral changes Census numbers prompt review of existing boundaries DURHAM —A newly- struck federal commission is now looking at drawing up dif- ferent lines to divide Durham’s electoral districts in a brand new way. “Representation in the House of Commons is readjusted after each 10-year census to reflect changes and movements in the country’s population,” said Elections Canada Spokesman Hal Doran. “This is part of the process in dealing with the changes in the population from 1991 when the last census was completed and the latest full census in 2001.” Independent federal electoral boundaries commissions were established this year for each province to consider and report on any changes required to the boundaries of the different elec- toral districts. The Federal Electoral Boundaries Commission for Ontario released its proposals for the readjustment of the boundaries in the province on Saturday. In accordance with the for- mula in the Constitution Act, Ontario’s representation in the House of Commons has in- creased to 106 seats. According to the census the population in Ontario has in- creased by 1,325,161 between 1991 and 2001 and population shifts within the province have made it necessary to adjust the federal electoral boundaries. “(The commissions) are going to take into account the effect of all the demographic changes,” added Mr. Doran. “Then the final say is up to the individual numbers and the indi- vidual commissions for each province.” In Durham Region the com- mission is proposing the four existing districts be adjusted and a fifth be added, including areas east of the Region. According to the commis- sion, the existing electoral dis- tricts of Pickering-Ajax- Uxbridge and Whitby-Ajax re- quire significant adjustments. And, although they say the pop- ulation of the entire area has be- come too large to constitute only four electoral districts, it is not yet large enough to warrant five electoral districts. For this reason, the commis- sion is proposing that one elec- toral district within Durham Re- gion be extended eastward to in- clude the towns of Port Hope and Cobourg and the Township of Hamilton. The commission is also proposing an electoral district that includes all of the Town of Whitby and to ensure it has suf- ficient population, the commis- sion is suggesting that the north- ern part of the existing electoral district of Oshawa be included. If approved, that district would be called Whitby-Oshawa. This change also requires ad- ditional adjustments to the west- ern boundary of the electoral district of Oshawa, which has a population of 111,557. The population of the Town of Ajax is 73,753. By adding to it the eastern portion of the City of Pickering east of Dixie Road, the Commission is recommend- ing the electoral district of Ajax- Pickering be established. They are also proposing the remaining portion of the elec- toral district of Pickering-Ajax- Uxbridge be united with the re- maining municipalities in Durham Region to form the electoral district of Pickering- Durham. The fifth district is the newly proposed riding of Clarington- Northumberland, which extends from the electoral district of Os- hawa to the Township of Hamil- ton and includes the towns of Port Hope and Cobourg. All of the proposed new boundaries are published in the Canada Gazette and are avail- able on the Elections Canada Web site (www.elections.ca) in the “Federal Representation 2004” section. Public hearings on the pro- posed changes will be held across Ontario including one meeting in Durham to be held Friday, Nov. 8 beginning at 9:30 a.m. at the Durham Regional Ontario Courthouse, 605 Ross- land Road East in Whitby. However, the commission does have the final say on changes to the electoral district boundaries. Copies of the proposals and further information on the pub- lic hearings is available through the Federal Electoral Bound- aries Commission for Ontario, by telephone at 1-866 237-1375, by fax at 1-866 237-1376 or by e-mail at commission.on@bell- net.ca. This map shows some of the proposed changes to electoral boundaries. The latest census resulted in the proposed changes, due primarily to population growth patterns. The Youth Centre needs people like you Volunteers sought for a few hours each month DURHAM —The Youth Centre needs volunteers. Interested in working with a fun, creative and dynamic group with a sincere interest in supporting the Youth Centre? Do you like dance or auctions? Do you have great fund-raising event ideas? Can you offer a few hours a month to a worthwhile organization? If so, the Youth Centre needs you, residents of the Pickering and Ajax communities, to support and partici- pate in the fund-raising mandate of its community relations committee. Experience and an interest in spe- cial events, corporate and other types of fund-raising would be an asset. For an application and more infor- mation about the Youth Centre call 905-428-1212. Officials say younger Durham students won’t be blocked Sept. 3 BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer DURHAM ––The union repre- senting striking Catholic school board workers says pickets will avoid ele- mentary schools when school starts if the strike is not over by then. The strike by about 170 custodial and maintenance workers, members of Canadian Union of Public Employ- ees’ Local 218 and employees of the Durham Catholic District School Board, entered its 10th day Wednes- day (Aug. 21) with no end in sight. The first day of school is Sept. 3. Pickets have targeted the Catholic education centre on Rossland Road in Oshawa and local secondary and ele- mentary schools, delaying those try- ing to enter and exit the properties. “We’re currently in discussions about what we do if this goes on in(to) September,” Don Bryans, CUPE 218 local president, said in an interview Tuesday. While nothing is set in stone, he stated the union wouldn’t picket elementary schools if the strike is ongoing when school be- gins. High school students are “a little bet- ter able to look after them- selves” and, as a result, the union is looking at picketing only at high schools next month, in addition to other board facilities like the educa- tion centre. “That’s what it looks like we’ll probably be doing in Sep- tember,” Mr. Bryans said. Board chair- man Mary Ann Martin on Tues- day repeated the board’s offer to submit to volun- tary, binding ar- bitration to settle the strike. The union has reject- ed arbitration, arguing the process favours the board. “They’re not willing to give any conces- sions,” she said in an interview. “We’re saying, ‘fine, let’s go to binding arbitra- tion’.” As the first day of school draws near, Trustee Martin said she wasn’t getting nervous about the prospect of hav- ing no custodial or maintenance staff in schools. She has said that board management staff is helping to prepare schools for students, and most of the work was already finished when the strike began Aug. 12. “We are preparing to open our schools for Sept. 3 and I’m more than pleased with the way management has been able to do this; they’ve worked extremely hard,” said Trustee Martin. The two sides are stuck on the issue of the square footage area a cus- todian is responsible for maintaining on a shift. The board wants to in- crease the area on the night shift from 17,800 square feet to 20,000 in ele- mentary and 24,000 in high schools, respectively. The union wants it to stay the same. Sid Ryan, Ontario CUPE presi- dent, was the keynote speaker at a rally in support of the striking work- ers at the Canadian Auto Workers’ Hall in Oshawa Monday night. “The resolve amongst our mem- bers is very, very strong,” said Mr. Bryans. NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, August 21, 2002 PAGE A3 A/P GOLF TOURNAMENT www.magwyerspub.com OCT. 7/02 Help support needy students in our community Drop off your school supply donation at one of our school buses located throughout the mall On now thru September 8th Brittany from Ajax Aaron from Scarborough Blazing Hot Moves Fun and exciting NRG Breakers will amaze you with their acrobatic dance moves. Then join The Fire Guy for a fiery demonstration of fire swallowing, juggling and skateboarding stunts. 1:00 pm & 3:00 pm - Centre Court AGES 6 AND UP Saturday, August 31st In partnership with the United Way! 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ROYAL BREW 734-736 KINGSTON RD. rrs TM EVERYDAY SPECIALSFOR YOUR ENJOYMENT Striking Catholic board custodians won’t target elementary schools ELIZABETH ROY ‘We are preparing to open our schools for Sept. 3...’ Teaching teens to prevent violence AJAX ––The Women’s Rights Action Coalition of Durham (WRAC) invites teens to attend its free violence pre- vention work- shops in Ajax. The WRAC is a non-profit, reg- istered charitable organization committed to the eliminating vio- lence against women and chil- dren, offering culturally-sensi- tive services to women and chil- dren. The follow- ing workshops are intended for males and fe- males aged 12 to 18 and take place at the Ajax Com- munity Centre, in the Duffins Room: Anger Management, Aug. 29, 1-3 p.m.; Bullying, Aug. 29, 10 a.m. to noon. Call 905-427-7849. Stage set for Durham event to run annually DURHAM ––Wasn’t that a party? The first official Oshawa Jazz and Blues Festival was a hit with fans, musicians and or- ganizers. “For me the highlight was Saturday night at the Big Event,” says Kerry King, festi- val producer. “Memorial Park looked absolutely incredible with the fountains, and the sound system in the bandshell was excellent. There were over 5,000 people throughout the day and 3,000 in the evening. There was a sea of people. Peo- ple were dancing all over the park.” The City recently redevel- oped the park and the festival was the first major event to be held in it since construction was completed. Ms. King says she has re- ceived positive feedback from members of the community, sponsors and volunteers. “We’re looking forward to doing this again next year,” she says. “Everyone is excited to have a festival event east of Toronto. The next major festi- vals have been Ottawa and Montreal. I think people are pretty happy to have something in this area.” The only change she says she would like to see for future festivals is the inclusion of more local musicians. “We couldn’t book all the bands but as the festival grows, more local bands will be on board,” says Ms. King. “This is our community event and if people want to get involved next year, we’re looking for people to make 2003 even big- ger and better.” Headlined by The Down- child Blues Band which ap- peared as the final act Saturday night, the six-day festival of- fered most events free of charge. The ‘Friends of the Festival’ party at Parkwood Thursday night was sold out when 200 people purchased tickets at $15 each. Anyone wanting to become involved in next year’s festival can call 905-404-2622 or go to www.eclipseconcerts.com for more information. 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Sherry, Pat, Chris & Tom Nestle Canada Molson Labatt Inmar Lone Star The Beverage House Durham Regional Police Appleton Rum Bay Ridges Florist Kathryn’s Fish & Chips Coles Book Store Chatts (Nelson) Canadian Tire Pickering Scotty Haynes Angus Glen Shoeless Joes Zellers Tucker’s Marketplace Mandarin Walmart Swiss Chalet Carruthers Creek Golf Centre Mark’s Work Wear Friendship will bloom with rosy donation and hungry will benefit AJAX —A donation to the Ajax-Pickering Salvation Army will have you smelling like a rose, or a dozen red roses. Grower Direct Flowers, with locations in Ajax and Pickering, holds its annual Friendship Day on Thursday, Aug. 22. Customers giving a non- perishable food item will re- ceive a dozen roses. To promote friendship, those receiving a dozen flow- ers are then asked to keep one and give the other 11 away. All Grower Direct stores across Canada are taking part in the annual Friendship Day. There’s a store in Ajax in the Baywood Plaza, at Monarch Avenue and Bayly Street. In Pickering, the store is at 1360 Kingston Rd., Unit 11B. Last year, about 2,000 pounds of food was collected for the Salvation Army’s food bank. For more information on the program, call the Ajax outlet at 905-619-7673 or the Pickering store at 905-839- 0023. Come out smelling like a rose A.J. GROEN/ News Advertiser photo A food donation will get local residents a dozen roses, but they must give 11 of them away as part of ‘Friendship Day’ at Grower Direct Flowers in Ajax and Pickering. The event serves as a food drive and as a way for people to make human connections. Here, Judy Antoniszyn (left) and Karen Stride prepare for the big day. No crying the blues for festival organizers Send it along by fax! We’re at 905-683-7363 Stars come out this weekend for Terry Fox run PICKERING ––Organizers of the Pickering Terry Fox Run are going a few extra miles for cancer research this year. On Saturday, Aug. 24 and Sunday, Aug. 25 run organizers have put togeth- er a two-day ‘Terry Fox Celebrity BBQ’in order to generate early interest in this year’s run. The annual event is set to take place Sunday, Sept. 15. “We want to give everyone a gener- al reminder that the run is coming up and to remind and re-educate people on what’s going on with the fight against cancer today,” said Sandra Armstrong, a run organizer. The barbecue begins at 11:30 a.m. Saturday and includes appearances by Terry Fox’s brother Darrell Fox and Olympic gold medallists Becky Kellar and Cheryl Pounder from the Canadian women’s hockey team between 12:15 and 1:45 p.m. The festivities continue at 11:30 a.m. Sunday and highlights on the sec- ond day include an appearance by pro- fessional basketball star forward Jerome ‘Junk Yard Dog’ Williams at 12:30 p.m. and a ‘Mystical Magical Character Contest’at 2 p.m. where kids are invited to dress as their favourite character. Both days’ festivities are being held in the parking lot at the Pick- ering Wal-Mart on Brock Road, one block north of Hwy. 401. Run organizers will be soliciting do- nations for cancer research and people can register for this year’s run. Ms. Armstrong said she hopes this year will have a few more runners than last when run participation numbers were hurt by the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. “We had about 200 people take part last year, that’s 54 less than the year be- fore,” she said. However, thanks to the efforts of Pickering resident Terry Arvisais, who personally collected $25,749 in dona- tions, the 2001 run shattered all previ- ous records in Pickering, taking in more than $40,000 for cancer research. This year, Ms. Armstrong said Mr. Arvisais has joined the run’s organizing team and they hope it will be the best year ever. “They’re making dramatic progress in the fight against cancer,” said Ms. Armstrong. “It’s amazing how much things have improved...every little bit helps and everything the run collects goes directly to cancer research.” BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer AJAX —Catholic students are taking the early shift at the new joint public and Catholic board high schools here. But, some Durham Catholic District School Board trustees at an Aug. 12 board meeting questioned why it wasn’t the public school students who would be getting up a little earlier this school year and in the future. The new facility, at Har- wood Avenue and Rossland Road, houses both Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School and, beginning Sept. 3, J. Clarke Richardson Colle- giate, the Durham District School Board’s newest high school. Notre Dame students start- ed the school day at 8:05 a.m. last year when the unfinished school opened. In discussions between the two boards, it was agreed Notre Dame’s school day for 2002-2003 would begin at 7:50 a.m. and end at 2 p.m. with the opening of the new public school. The morning bell will ring at 8:15 a.m. for J. Clarke students with dismissal at 2:25 p.m. Trustee Fred Jones, who represents electors in Brock, Scugog and Uxbridge, won- dered what would happen in future years, namely if the board was forever bound by the agreement between the boards. “I’m just wondering how we got the earlier time,” he said. Education director Grant Andrews said he prefers the earlier start since it has advan- tages such as allowing for more time at the end of the day for extracurricular activities. Oshawa Trustee Kathy LeFort said it would have been easier for public board stu- dents to start earlier “when they haven’t been established at all” at the facility. “At this time, that’s the way it worked out,” replied Chris Hurst, the board’s Ajax schools superintendent, adding the board would “play it by ear”. “Next year we might be looking at a different time if it doesn’t work out,” said Mr. Hurst. NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, August 21, 2002 PAGE A5 A/P JOIN OUR FOOTBALL POOL www.magwyerspub.com CORRECTION NOTICE The following error appears in our August 21st Back to School Flyer The Handspring Treo 90 sku# 489343 was incorrectly advertised at $399.85. This product price is $479. We sincerely regret any inconvenience we may have caused you. www. businessdepot. c o m Highway 2 Brock RdLiverpool RdKingston Rd. 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The well in the park is a replica of the arte- sian well shown above. Photos supplied by the Heritage Ajax Advisory Committee on behalf of the Ajax Community Archives. For more information about either, please call Brenda Kriz at 905-619-2529 ext. 343. P PAGE A6 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, August 21, 2002 Proud members of Editorial &OPINIONS PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER AUGUST 21, 2002 Editorial e-mail responses to shouston@durhamregion.com Letters to the editor e-mail responses to shouston@durhamregion.com What about city’s young adults? To the editor: For years I have wondered why there is four hockey rinks at our recreation complex and not one multi-purpose gym. Would that not be the ideal spot to keep one, or does everyone in the city have to learn how to skate? There are countless com- petitive hockey and baseball leagues, even road hockey in the summer and not one competitive basketball or volleyball league. I found a phone number for men’s basketball in the City’s ac- tivity guide and discovered I must be at least 36 years old to play. Thirty-six to play? I am only 23 so what am I supposed to do? It’s Friday night, I have the night off from work, what am I supposed to do? The City complains about the amount of mischief in the streets at night, but chooses to combat this trend with children’s pro- grams and adult leisure activities. What about the young adults who don’t enjoy hockey and the other traditional sports? Has the City forgotten us? J. D. Moseley, Pickering The future is bright for hard worker To the editor: Re: ‘Wife deserves chance despite absence of high school diploma,’ letter to the editor, Aug. 14. I would like to respond to S.J. Gordon’s appeal on behalf of his wife and offer what I hope he will consider helpful advice Firstly, this is a changed world we are living in. Education is so very important. I would be very surprised if the Gordons’ three children have not been advised that during their working career they can expect four or five changes in business life — whether they have their diplo- mas when they leave school or have a college or university degree. The past 10 or so years have seen many changes, but we can be sure of one thing, more of the same. Most career paths will entail takeovers, downsizing or some other change. I am loathe to give my experi- ence as a good example but it does show change — some of it by my- self, much of it my environment. I adjusted and survived. I truly sympathize with Mrs. Gordon’s situation but there is a bright future. This is a good time of year to take stock of her future and I would suggest setting out on paper what career path she would like to pursue. Always aim high, then if you fall short, you are still ahead. Second, in September, the com- munity colleges, etc. open their doors to many interesting and chal- lenging courses. Correspondence schools are also a good source of education and you can study at home. The first thing is to complete the high school education and all manner of facilities and trained people are ready to help. The very best of luck, the work- force needs you. Further, your country needs you. Keith D. 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The editor reserves the right to edit copy for style, length and con- tent. Opinions expressed in letters are those of the writer and not necessarily those of the News Advertiser. We regret that due to the volume of let- ters, not all will be printed. How far Premier Ernie Eves will go to win an election is the biggest question in Ontario poli- tics and he looks more and more ready to get rid of the family jew- els. The new Progressive Conserv- ative premier has shifted toward the centre and away from the poli- cies of his predecessor, Mike Har- ris, by acts including postponing announced tax cuts, cancelling some planned privatizing and speaking civilly to labour unions. Premier Eves has now said he does not oppose marriages be- tween people of the same sex and his government is considering bringing back photo radar to catch speeding drivers. This is like Karl Marx re- nouncing ‘Das Kapital,’ Tiger Woods saying he never cared much for golf or Napoleon re- treating from Moscow. Premier Eves’s Tories have signified even their most fundamental beliefs are not sacred. When the Ontario Superior Court ruled the practice of refus- ing same-sex couples the right to marry violates the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, Mr. Eves accepted it without quibbling. He said he has no objection to same-sex couples marrying, ex- plaining: “If two people decide they want to be in union, why should I interfere with that?” The premier said he would not appeal the decision and leave that issue to the federal government, which has jurisdiction over the law saying who is eligible to get married. This is a giant reversal because the Tories, particularly under Mr. Harris, when Mr. Eves was sec- ond-in-command, long battled against rights for gays, especially when it could help them win elec- tions. Mr. Harris exploited the issue to win a notorious byelection in 1994 which gave him his first step to power. Liberal leader Lyn McLeod had urged the New De- mocrat government to change the law to provide family and sur- vivor benefits to same-sex cou- ples. The Liberals were far ahead in byelection polls, but Mr. Harris ran advertisements claiming their first priority was taking care of homosexual couples instead of creating badly needed jobs and enough voters swallowed this and the Liberals collapsed. The NDP later brought in leg- islation that would have given same-sex couples even more rights including full rights to adopt children. Mr. Harris was uncompromisingly against it and the Liberals were scared to sup- port it and seen as flip-floppers, which made some contribution to Mr. Harris’s winning his first gen- eral election. When the Supreme Court of Canada ruled in 1999 Ontario was violating the Charter by not giv- ing its same-sex couples the same rights as couples of opposite sexes living together under com- mon law, and ordered it to do so, Premier Harris retorted defiantly same-sex couples were not his de- finition of a family. Mr. Harris insisted, “My fami- ly is Janet and I and our two great kids,” which seemed a ringing de- fence of family values until a cou- ple of months later he split from his wife. Mr. Harris also made it clear he was passing the required legis- lation against his will by giving it a title stating it had been forced on him by the court, and not a sin- gle Tory MPP spoke in favour of it. Public Safety Minister Bob Runciman says he is considering reintroducing photo radar in some areas to catch drivers who in- creasingly are racing and causing accidents and deaths. Mr. Harris shut down the NDP’s photo radar system, which used cameras in moving, un- marked police vehicles, only nine days after taking office, which showed the high priority he placed on it. Mr. Harris and his Tories ar- gued it was an infringement of drivers’ rights, Big Brother peer- ing over residents’ shoulders, to- talitarianism and creeping social- ism. The premier claimed photo radar was not a safety measure, but merely a means through which the NDP, always anxious to spend, could extract more money from already over-taxed residents. Mr. Harris promised he would make roads safer by having so many police cars patrolling them they would deter speedsters, but they never materialized. The Tories made halting photo radar a symbol of how they were stopping government interfering in residents’ lives and, if they can go into reverse gear on this one, they can backtrack on almost any- thing. Premier seems prepared to change Ernie Eves showing interest in adapting to electorate Eric Dowd At Queen’s Park shouston@durhamregion.com It’s summer, but perhaps it’s time for Prime Minister Jean Chretien to take his own ‘walk in the snow’ — tall grass would do — and announce just when he’s stepping down. After leading the party to three consecutive majority governments, Mr. Chretien deserves credit, but also some of the blame for the internal tug-of-war going on in his caucus now as MPs choose sides between the prime min- ister and challenger Paul Martin. Mr. Chretien, in previously hinting he was contem- plating handing over the reins, appears to have misled his colleagues and the country, prompting much of the in- fighting. He doesn’t appear to be going anywhere, after all. Certainly, on the eve of a Liberal caucus retreat in Chicoutimi, many MPs are not anticipating discussing many of the country’s important issues at the meeting. Instead, we can expect our elected representatives to square off in a battle over party leadership, with Chretien backers in one corner and Martin supporters in another. Many Liberals believe it’s time for fresh blood at the helm and they want Mr. Martin. Public support is also said to be with Mr. Martin. The former finance minister, who delivered two balanced budgets after starting with a $42-billion deficit inherited by the Tories, has shown fiscal prudence while not for- getting the social fabric of the country. He’s earned his stripes. The so-called loyalty letter released by Chretien sup- porters this week and signed by 94 MPs isn’t worth the paper it’s written on. Many of those are cabinet ministers; if your boss asked you to publicly support him, what would you say? The letter is a public relations exercise that amounts to nothing. Some MPs have even said it was just a declaration sup- porting the PM’s right to depart at a time of his choosing. One thing the letter has done is ensure the leadership debate will be front and centre at the Quebec retreat, while issues of federal policy fall by the wayside. The prime minister now has to weigh what’s best for the party, and best for the country. Rather than allow the internal struggle for power to continue, he should decide to go with grace and announce his timetable, well before the Liberal national convention in February. It’s time for the party to turn its attention to governing the country. PM must reveal his leadership timetable It’s time for Liberals to get back to governing Canada Click and say This week’s question: Would you be willing to make lifestyle changes to reduce smog? ❑Yes ❑No ❑Not sure Cast your vote online at infodurhamregion.com Last week’s question: Given a number of beaches are regularly posted for high E. coli counts, would you swim at Durham's public beaches? ❑Anytime 1.3 per cent ❑Never 80 per cent ❑Only when not posted 18.7 per cent Votes cast: 75 24 Hour Access 905-420-4660 cityofpickering.com905-420-2222 ATTEND PUBLIC MEETINGS AT CITY HALL DATE MEETING TIME September 4th Committee of Adjustments 7:00 pm September 9th Planning and Committee of the Whole 7:30 pm September 11th Race Relations & Equity 7:00 pm September 12th Waterfront Committee 7:00 pm Summer Recess Coucil Meetings All meetings are open to the public. For meeting details call 905-420-2222 or visit the website. It’s time to go Hunting...for BUGS! Be part of this Monitoring Program Thursday August 22nd, 6:30 pm to 8 pm Alex Robertson Park Frenchman’s Bay Rehabilitation Project at 905-420-4660, ext 2212 NOTICE OF PASSING OF AN INTERIM CONTROL BY-LAW TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Pickering passed Interim Control By-law Number 6013/02 on July 29, 2002 a copy of which is attached hereto. A key map showing the location of the lands to which the Interim Control By-law applies is attached as Schedule “1” to By-law 6013/02. The purpose and effect of Interim Control By-law 6013/02 is to restrict the use of lands, buildings and structures to a limited range of uses permissible by an Agricultural Area designation in the Pickering Official Plan while a Growth Management Study is undertaken. This Interim Control By-law is in effect for one year from the date of passing, namely July 29, 2002, and can be extended by Council for up to one additional year. AND TAKE NOTICE that any individual, corporation or public body may appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board in respect of Interim Control By-law 6013/02 by filing with the Clerk of the Corporation of the City of Pickering no later than the 27th day of September, 2002 Notice of Appeal setting out the reasons for the appeal. The Notice of Appeal must be accompanied by the fee required by the Ontario Municipal Board, which is $125.00. Cheques must be made payable to the “Minister of Finance”. AND TAKE NOTICE that only individuals, corporations and public bodies may appeal an interim by-law to the Ontario Municipal Board. A notice of appeal may not be filed by an unincorporated association or group. However, a notice of appeal may be filed in the name of an individual who is a member of the association or the group on its behalf. FURTHER INFORMATION REGARDING THIS MATTER MAY BE OBTAINED BY CONTACTING THE CITY’S PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT AT 420-4617. Dated at the City of Pickering this 14th day of August, 2002. Bruce Taylor, AMCT, CMM City Clerk City of Pickering One The Esplanade Pickering, Ontario. L1V 6K7 FREE Concert in the Park Series 2002 Combo#5 Wednesday Aug 21, 7 pm - 8:30 pm Esplanade Park Gazebo Call 905-420-4620 (b) rail lines; (c) pipelines; (d) hydro transmission corridors and substations; (e) telecommunication facilities; (f) municipal buildings and facilities. 5.PROVISIONS (1) Uses Permitted (“Interim Control Area”) No person shall, within the “Interim Control Area” identified on Schedule 1 attached hereto, use any lot or erect, alter or use any building or structure except for one or more of the following uses, provided such use was permitted by the zone designation of Zoning By-law 3036 as amended, or Zoning By-laws 3037 as amended, applicable to the lands subject to the proposed use on the day prior to the date of the passing of this by-law: (a) Existing lawful uses(s), building(s) and structure(s) which legally existed on the date of the passing of this by-law so long as they continue to be used for that purpose; (b) Repair, expansion or replacement or existing lawful uses(s), building(s) and structure(s); (c) Primary Agricultural Uses; (d) Complementary and Supportive Agricultural Uses; (e) Residential Uses; (f) Open Space Uses; (g) Public Utilities; (h) All uses for which a building permit has been issued prior to passing of this by-law provided that it is constructed in accordance with the approved plans. (2) Zone Requirements (“Interim Control Area”) No person shall within the “Interim Control Area” on Schedule 1 attached hereto, use any lot or erect, alter or use any building except in accordance with the zone previsions applicable thereto contained in Zoning By-law 3036 as amended, or Zoning By-law 3037 as amended, applicable to the lands for the proposed use on the day prior to the date of the passing of his by-law. 6.BY-LAW APPLICABILITY Definitions and subject matters not specifically dealt with in this Interim Control By-law shall be governed by relevant provisions of Zoning By-law 3036 as amended, and Zoning By-law 3037 as amended. 7.EFFECTIVE DATE This By-law shall take effect from the day of passing hereof and shall remain in effect for one (1) year from the date of passing hereof, unless repealed or extended in accordance with the provisions of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, as amended. THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF PICKERING BY-LAW NUMBER 6013/02 Being an “Interim Control By-law” passed pursuant to Section 38(1) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, as amended, for lands in the City of Pickering WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the City of Pickering, pursuant to Section 38(1) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, as amended, has passed Resolution # 105 /02, directing that a review or study be undertaken in respect of land use planning policies in the form of a Growth Management Study for lands being Part of Lots 15- 35, Concessions 2-5, in the City of Pickering; AND WHEREAS Section 38(1) of the planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, as amended, authorizes the Council of a local municipality to pass an “Interim Control By-law” to prohibit the use of land, buildings or structures within the municipality, or within any defined area or areas thereof, or except for, such purposes as are set out in the By-law; AND WHEREAS the Council of The Corporation of the City of Pickering deems it appropriate to pass an “Interim Control By-law” for those lands designed Interim Control Area on Schedule 1 attached hereto; NOW THEREFORE THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF PICKERING HEREBY ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. SCHEDULE 1 Schedule 1 attached to this By-law with notations and references shown thereon is hereby declared to be part of this By-law. 2.AREA RESTRICTED The provisions of this By-law shall apply to those lands in Part of Lots 15-35, Concession 2-5, City of Pickering designated “Interim Control Area” on Schedule 1 attached hereto. 3.GENERAL PROVISIONS No building, land or part thereof shall hereafter be used, occupied, erected, moved or structurally altered except in conformity with the provisions and/or requirements of this By-law. 4.DEFINITIONS In this By-law: (1) “Interim Control By-law” shall mean a by-law as defined in Section 38(1) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, as amended; (2)“Interim Control Area” shall mean those lands crosshatched on Schedule 1 attached hereto; (3)“Primary Agricultural Uses” shall mean: (a) growing crops, including nursery and horticultural crops; (b) raising livestock and other animals, including poultry and fish; (c) aquaculture, agro-forestry, maple syrup production; (4) “Complementary and Supportive Agricultural Uses” shall mean: (a) agricultural industries; (b) home businesses; (c) farm-related businesses producing agricultural products from farm operations, such as value-added processing and packing operations of agricultural products, roadside produce stands retailing products from farming operations, farm vacations as part of a farming operation, and cottage wineries processing produce from local farming operations; (d) other farm-related businesses, such as horse shows and riding schools, and auctions of farm produce, livestock and equipment as a component of farming operation; (5)“Residential Uses” shall mean: (a) existing lawful residential dwellings; (b) farm-related residential dwellings; (c) one (1) new residential dwelling on a vacant lot; (d) the repair, expansion or replacement of a residential dwelling permitted under subparagraph (a) or (b); (e) home occupations; (6)“Open Space Uses” shall mean: (a) conservation; (b) environmental protection; (c) restoration; (d) education; (e) passive recreation; (7)“Public Utilities” shall mean: (a) roads; BY-LAW read a first, second, and third time and finally passed this 29th day of July, 2002. CITY OF PICKERING LABOUR DAY HOLIDAY OPERATING HOURS MONDAY,SEPTEMBER 2, 2002 CIVIC COMPLEX (CITY HALL) Monday, September 2 CLOSED CITY COUNCIL MEETING September 17, 2002 GARBAGE, RECYCLING & YARD WASTE NO COLLECTION on Mondays ALL PUBLIC LIBRARIES Monday, September 2 CLOSED Pickering Central Library closed Sundays until September 16th PICKERING MUSEUM VILLAGE CLOSED on Mondays PICKERING TRANSIT AUTHORITY Monday, September 2 No Service EMERGENCY SERVICES Emergency Services will not be affected by the Holiday Schedule. City of Pickering Emergency Telephone Number is 905-683-4319 RECREATION COMPLEX Friday, August 30 6:00 am - 9:00 pm Saturday, August 31 7:00 am - 9:00 pm Sunday, September 1 7:00 am - 9:00 pm Monday, September 2 CLOSED Child Supervision CLOSED RECREATION COMPLEX POOL Friday, August 30 Lane Swim 6:00 am - 7:30 am Adult Swim 9:00 am - 1:00 pm 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Open Swim 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Saturday, August 31 Open Swim 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Sunday, September 1 Open Swim 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Monday, September 2 CLOSED DUNBARTON POOL Saturday, August 31 CLOSED Sunday, September 1 CLOSED Monday, September 2 CLOSED Tuesday, September3 CLOSED REGULAR LEARN TO SWIM & RECREATION PROGRAMS WILL NOT OPERATE ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2002 CIVIC COMPLEX (CITY HALL) REGULAR OPERATING HOURS (8:30 AM TO 4:30 PM) AND REGULAR CITY SERVICES RESUME ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2002 Reading Club Finales Members of the Read Around the World program (ages 2-6) are invited to a wrap up party on August 27th at 10:00 am. Older children (ages 7-11) will have their party on August 28th at 2:00 pm. The World in Your Hands teen reading program finale will be held on Thursday August 29th at 7:00 pm. Be sure to drop by for fun and prizes. For more information call 905-831-6265 ext 6243. or email us at help@picnet.org – MONDAY Petticoat Creek Community Centre Games Room, Breakdancing - 7-10 PM Dunbarton High School Basketball - 7-10 PM TUESDAY North End Program Claremont (Von) Basketball, Games - 3-5 PM Petticoat Creek Community Centre Games Room - 3:30-6:30 PM St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Basketball - 7-10 PM WEDNESDAY Petticoat Creek Community Centre Games Room, Breakdancing - 7-10 PM Delmeade Community Centre Movies, Games, Sports - 5-8 PM Dunbarton High School Basketball - 7-10 PM THURSDAY East Shore Community Centre Games Room, Basketball, Breakdancing - 7-10 PM North End Program Claremont (Von) Basketball, Games - 3-5 PM FRIDAY Dunbarton High School Basketball - 7-10 PM Claremont Community Centre Movies, Playstation, Soccer, Breakdancing 7-10 PM SATURDAY Petticoat Creek Community Centre Games Room - 1-4 PM NEWS ADVERTISER, WEDNESDAY EDITION, August 21, 2002 PAGE A7 P Some rush-hour and other services being introduced Sept. 3 in Ajax and Pickering AJAX ––The Ajax Pickering Transit Authority (APTA) is rolling out a series of changes as of Sept. 3 that will extend rush-hour and mid- day service routes into new areas and improve service in others. In Ajax, the Pickering Village, Nottingham and Shoal Point Road areas will have new rush-hour ser- vices, while the northwest Amberlea area of Pickering will have a new mid-day routing. New cross-boundary eastbound service on Bayly Street will serve both communities. “We are taking major steps to im- prove our services,” said Ajax Re- gional Councillor Jim McMaster, APTA board co-chair. “But our new routes will be monitored closely, ba- sically on a use-it-or-lose-it basis, to make sure the added costs are provid- ing service to areas that really need it.” The new Ajax routes include rush- hour service to the Nottingham sub- division in north Ajax, which will also include improved service along Harwood Avenue North, new service to Elizabeth Street in north Ajax (Pickering Village) via Delaney Drive and from the Pickering Village to the McLean Community Centre, and new service to Shoal Point in south Ajax aimed at improving two- way service on Bayly Street. The new routes will be provided on a six-month trial basis, reviewed every two months and if ridership is not meeting minimum targets they will be discontinued by the spring of 2003. Scheduled timing points on most Ajax APTA rush hour routes have also been adjusted to accommodate 30-minute round-trip cycles. The improvements for most rush- hour connections will mean a major impact for those who regularly con- nect with two commuter GO trains: the Ajax 6:41 a.m. and 4:44 p.m. trains. Users of those trains may be re- quired to make alternate trip arrange- ments and are advised to check de- tailed schedules or contact the APTA office. New transit schedules will be available Aug. 23. Passengers can stay updated by visiting APTA’s Web site at www.townofajax.com/apta. Full new route and schedule infor- mation will be available in Ajax at the APTA offices at 110 Westney Road South, the Transit News conve- nience store inside the Ajax GO sta- tion, and the Ajax Plaza Depot GO Terminal (Harwood Avenue south of the 401). “We’re confident the changes will improve service for our existing rid- ers and, we hope, will encourage oth- ers to consider using public transit for their commute and day-time trips within Ajax,” added Coun. McMas- ter. A/P PAGE A8 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, August 21, 2002 WINE TOUR SEPT 8 www.magwyerspub.com Inniskillin Jackson- Triggs NE084M102 © 2002. Sears Canada Inc. The brands you want at the store you trust® Great prices on Kenmore®, KitchenAid®, Frigidaire®, GE®, Maytag®, Viking®, Jenn-Air®, Amana®, Whirlpool® major appliances and more! Registered Trademark of KitchenAid USA. KitchenAid Canada licensee in Canada 599 99 MAYTAG ELECTRONIC DISHWASHER Quiet Pack sound system. Automatic rinse aid dispenser. #97252. 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Pinewood Centre of Lakeridge Health Corporation is offering a new program for adults affected by another person’s gambling. The program is designed to help make positive difference for you and the person who is gambling. Confidentiality assured. For further information contact: Oshawa (905)571-3344 Ajax (905)693-5950 Port Perry (905)985-4721 Just the fax: 905-683-7363 GOLF TOURNAMENT www.magwyerspub.com OCT. 7/02 Changes coming to transit routes WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21 ONE PARENT SUPPORT:The Ajax- Pickering Chapter of the One Parent Family Association meets every Wednesday at the Ajax Cricket Club, corner of Monarch Avenue and Clements Road, Ajax. It’s for custodi- al and non-custodial parents, whether your children are two or 42. Meetings are at 8 p.m. except the second Wednesday of the month when start time is 8:30 p.m. Call 905- 426-4646 or visit www.geocities.com/opfaca. EUCHRE NIGHT:The Ladies Auxil- iary of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch in Pickering holds an open euchre at 8 p.m. at the legion, 1555 Bayly St. The entry fee is $1.50 for seniors and $3 for others. Prizes and refreshments. All are welcome. THURSDAY, AUGUST 22 SENIORS’ ACTIVITIES:The Ajax Seniors’Friendship Club offers car- pet bowling, snooker, and pool every Monday and Thursday at 9:30 a.m.— newcomers should come earlier — at St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr., in Ajax. There is help for first-timers. Call Ed or Sylvia at 905- 428-8297 for bowling information, or Jack at 905-683-9696 for pool. FREE MEDITATION CLASS:Learn how to meditate every Thursday at 7 p.m. at Duffins Creek Co-Op, 1555 Finch Ave. Unit 76, in Pickering. Call 905-420-7252 for more information on the classes. FRIDAY, AUGUST 23 ADDICTION HELP:The Serenity Group meets every Friday at 8 p.m. for a 12-step recovery program at Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd. in Pickering. Group deals with all types of addictions, including co-de- pendency.Child care is available.Call Jim evenings at 905-428-9431 for in- formation. BEEF BBQ:Beef is on the barby at Greenwoood United Church from 6 to 8 p.m. The cost is $10 for adults, $5 for kids under 12 and pre-schoolers eat for free. Those who attend are asked to bring their own lawn chairs. Call 905-683-5828 for ticket informa- tion. MONDAY, AUGUST 26 LUNCH AT THE LEGION:The Royal Canadian Legion Branch in Pickering offers lunches Monday to Friday be- tween noon and 1:30 p.m. All meals are $4 and under. For takeouts, call 905-839-2990. All are welcome. The legion is at 1555 Bayly St. SENIORS’ CARDS:The Ajax Se- niors’Friendship Club plays bridge and cribbage every Monday at 1 p.m. — there’s help for first-time players — at the St. Andrew’s Community Cen- tre, 46 Exeter Dr., Ajax. In addition, bridge is also played Wednesdays at 1:15 p.m. Call Agnes at 905-686- 1573 or Jack at 905-683-9696 for more information. TUESDAY, AUGUST 27 PICKERING POWERHOUSE TOASTMASTERS CLUB:Improve communication, time-management and self-confidence skills every Tues- day through the club’s weekly meet- ings in the auditorium at the Pickering Public Library’s central branch, One The Esplanade. The meetings run from 7 to 9 p.m. Call Hazel at 416-560-3768 or Marva at 905-619-0030 for more in- formation. Billboard August 21, 2002 Others consider following Ajax’s lead in introducing leash-free dog parks BY JACQUIE McINNES Staff Writer DURHAM ––An incident where a woman was injured during a dogfight last week only highlights the need for proper leash-free areas, says the head of a local dog walkers’ad- vocacy group. “In an official off-leash dog park we have more control,” says Lin Gardinor of the Os- hawa-Durham Area Walkers. The group has been working with the City of Oshawa to try to establish an off-leash park there that could be used by dog walkers from throughout Durham. Ajax is currently the only municipality in Durham with leashless dog parks. Two areas, one in a portion of the Green- wood Conserva- tion Area and an- other at the north- west corner of Westney and Clements roads, were created in July for a six- month trial basis. Clarington is expected to look at the issue of leashfree parks in the coming year, though no date has been decided upon for a report to come forward. The issue was reviewed about a year-and-a-half ago in Pickering, says Richard Holborn, head of municipal prop- erties and engi- neering. “It didn’t come out there was a resounding need,” he says. However, he adds, much of the background re- search is done and “it’s still in the back of our minds.” Noel Hutchinson, Oshawa’s director of parks and recreation, agrees leash-free areas, proper- ly set up and monitored, can be a positive experience for every- one in the community, includ- ing those who don’t want to be around leashless dogs. When owners have a proper- ty to take their dogs for leash- less exercise, legally, it could reduce roaming dogs in other parks. “We have visited other mu- nicipalities such as Oakville, Mississauga and Burlington to examine leash-free sites,” he says. All the sites are fenced and membership-driven al- though they are open to the public. Dog groups self-police and monitor the areas to help ensure dogs using the areas are properly socialized to minimize the possibility of confronta- tions, he says. On Aug. 4, a woman re- ceived minor injuries after try- ing to break up an altercation between another dog and her own at the Harmony Conserva- tion Area, Oshawa. Although the area does not have leash- free status it is currently popu- lar with people looking for an area to exercise their dogs. The conservation area is being con- sidered for a leash-free area, says Mr. Hutchinson, who notes the City is negotiating leasing the land from the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authori- ty. However, he says, any leash- free area would have to be fenced and would likely be about two to four acres in total. Before the City would proceed with the plan a full public con- sultation process would be held, he adds, noting both those for and against the idea would have a chance to voice their opinions. A fenced leash-free area gives people an opportunity to socialize their dogs in a con- trolled environment, says Ms. Gardinor, who adds there are strategies that can be employed to reduce the likelihood of con- frontation and to deal with it safely when it does occur. “We would like to create a separate area for shy dogs,” she says. “You can’t suddenly ex- pect our dogs to be used to other dogs when traditionally they haven’t been socialized.” As leash-free parks gain popularity, dogs will adjust to the company of other dogs, she notes. Currently the dog walkers’ group rents land from an Orono farmer while they await a local municipal park in the central or east end of the region. The group has never had an incident like the one that occurred at the Harmony Conservation Area, she says. Although Ms. Gardinor ap- plauds Ajax’s effort to provide leashless parks, she suggests the town should have taken time to go through a more thorough process. The current areas do not have sufficient shade or water availability to make them con- ducive to comfortable walks on a warm day for dogs or their owners. Heat can be a factor in creating conditions where dogs become more aggressive, she notes. In Oshawa she believes the group and the City can work to- gether to create an ideal park. Ultimately though, she says, it is up to users to bring common sense to the situation. “We have to be sensible about when we take our dogs out,” she says. Dogs need to be socialized and they should be spayed and neutered. One stipu- lation at the Oshawa park may require that all dogs using the park over one year of age are spayed or neutered, she adds. Dogs that have been altered “don’t normally have domi- nance issues,” she says. “We’re trying to promote responsible pet ownership.” NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, August 21, 2002 PAGE A9 A/P This spotless family home shows pride of ownership. Located in sought after Rouge Valley neighbour- hood, this 4 bedroom home boasts gleaming hardwood, spacious modern maple kitchen and lovely family room w/gas fireplace. Close to parks, playgrounds & schools! $389,900! CALL SEAN 905-509-SOLD! Spacious Executive Home in the Rouge!This superb 4 bedroom home is situated on a premium 63’x146’ treed lot in an area of executive homes. With over 3,150 sq. ft., this home features a fabulous layout. Brand new oak hardwood floors gleam throughout the main floor. Cathedral ceilings grace the main floor den. Fabulous size master suite! $399,900. CALL SEAN 905-509-SOLD! Fabulous Home! Fabulous Rouge Valley! This terrific 3 bedroom brick detached home is located in a quiet family neighbourhood. 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CAPTAIN’S WALK IS AN OFFERING OF GREENBROOK HOMES LIMITED EXCLUSIVELY MARKETED BY PRUDENTIAL ACHIEVERS REALTY, REALTOR GARY PECK, SALES REPRESENTATIVE TO ATTEND CALL 905-428-7677 PICKERING, AJAX, WHITBY ANIMAL SERVICES PET SUMMER CARE AND SAFETY TIPS The following tips will help the care and comfort of your pet during the hot summer months. Some are applicable year round. NEVER LEAVE AN ANIMAL IN A PARKED CAR IN WARM WEATHER. Even if the car is parked in the shade and the windows are cracked open. The interior of a car can reach excessive temperatures. Your companion animal could suffer from heat stroke, brain damage or even death. IF YOU LEAVE YOUR PET OUTSIDE FOR ANY AMOUNT OF TIME, MAKE SURE IT HAS ACCESS TO PLENTY OF CLEAN, FRESH WATER, PROPER SHELTERING AND LOTS OF SHADE. It is not advisable to leave your companion animal outside for any extended period of time. IF YOU ARE GOING ON VACATION, DO NOT LEAVE YOUR COMPANION ANIMAL TO FEND FOR ITSELF. Arrange for a responsible pet sitter or a responsible boarding kennel to care for your pet. If you take your cat or dog with you, make sure it always wears a collar with current I.D. EXERCISE YOUR PET MODERATELY IN THE MORNING OR EVENING WHEN IT IS COOLER OUTSIDE. Use common sense and do not make your dog run behind your bike or roller blades. Don’t let your dog ride in the open back of a pick-up truck. The risk is too great for both your dog and other motorists. GROOM YOUR PET ON A REGULAR BASIS. Regular grooming will keep your cat or dog free of matts and excess hair, while also helping to detect fleas and ticks. Shaving an animal is not a good idea as fur actually insulates and protects the skin from sun and insect bites. DO NOT ALLOW YOUR CAT OR DOG TO RUN AT LARGE. Warm weather means an increase in roaming animals. Make sure your companion animal is confined to the indoors or to your yard. SUMMER IS A GREAT TIME TO WELCOME A NEW ANIMAL INTO YOUR HOME. Make sure you are ready and committed to bringing an animal home for the rest of its life - not just the duration of the summer. If you are able to accept the responsibilities of being a pet owner, please visit the Pickering, Ajax, Whitby Animal Services Centre where there are many wonderful animals needing a loving home. S. Kochs Supervisor of Animal Services Pickering, Ajax, Whitby Animal Services Centre 4680 Thickson Road North, Whitby 905-427-8737 Please recycle your News Advertiser Durham municipalities ponder pet projects for residents RICHARD HOLBORN ‘It’s still in the back of our minds.’ DURHAM ––Cars, music and a soapbox derby are lined up this week- end as Autofest comes to Oshawa. The annual event, held by the Motor City Car Club, culminates Sun- day with more than 1,400 custom cars, including the new Batmobile, on display at General Motors headquar- ters on Colonel Sam Drive. The fun starts Friday in the down- town with a day of sidewalk sales and entertainment, beginning at noon. A main stage will be set up at King and Simcoe streets with entertainment throughout the afternoon, ending with a concert by the Lincolnaires at 7 p.m. A free preview of the car show will be set up. The Os- hawa Generals will be on hand to meet people. The area from Bond to Athol and Mary to Centre streets will be closed to traffic from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Parking is available downtown or take the free shut- tle bus from the Oshawa Centre every 15 minutes from 1 to 8 p.m. On Saturday, the Oshawa Lions Club pre- sents the second annual soapbox derby starting at 8 a.m. on Bond Street, finishing in front of On- tario Motor Sales. The Autofest will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at GM headquar- ters. Street ma- chines, hot rods, antiques and re- stored vehicles will be on dis- play. Admission is $7 for adults; children under 12 are free. With both Pickering and Ajax en- forcing the four-bag garbage limit per household, it is up to each one of us to recycle everything possible and to look for ways to reduce waste by putting potential scrap materials to good use. During these next couple of weeks, before school starts, parents may need a few new ideas to enter- tain children and, at the same time, keep garbage at a minimum. A child’s ingenuity and resource- fulness can be stimulated by creating a craft using a variety of clean items that otherwise would be discarded. Children, in a group, should de- light in transforming the same objects into something different from each other as well as have the opportunity to make something personally useful. If frustration sets in on what to create, provide a sheet of paper and offer suggestions such as a 3-D pic- ture or hint that a junk monster can be formed. Parents and teachers can gather the following: corks, springs from pens, plastic clips, bits of fabric, wool, threads, wood shapes, onion bags, tissue boxes, egg cartons, greet- ing cards, old jewelry, blister packag- ing, polystyrene pellets, and spiral bindings from old manuals before re- cycling the pages. The list is endless and once you start collecting you begin to see all sorts of otherwise useless things that can be added to a 3Rs craft box. Equip the box with tape, scissors and crayons. If you need glue, try flour and water as a paste. Discover what can transpire. Purchased materials for crafts may be more attractive but a unique design often gives greater satisfaction — and at no cost! The purpose of crafts is not always about producing a great masterpiece, but often is about filling in an hour with an activity that requires patience to make things fit and practising fine motor skills. Junk art not only encourages Re- duce and Reuse principles, but also brings out a little magic in each of us. What about birthday parties? One idea is to find a large piece of fabric or a sheet that would make a suitable tablecloth. Trim with wool tassels, or use a lace border to make a ‘Birthday Tablecloth’ that is brought out each year. Guests can draw or write sayings in a designated corner. Print the menu and guests’names on it too. An expla- nation can go around permanent stains as another reminder of the ‘big day’. The ‘Birthday Tablecloth’ gathers years of happy memories, saving other tablecloths from spills, or pre- venting the use of disposable cover- ings. It would be nice to promote star gazing as entertainment too. Imagine thousands of bright starts twinkling on a velvety black sky. 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Duberry Dr. Beaton Way Shay Dr. Rayleen Cres. Major Oaks Rd. Dellbrook Ave. Bently Ln. Blueridge Cres. Meriadoc Dr. 1310 Fieldlight Blvd. Everton St. Memory Lane 1331 Glenanna Rd. Rosefield Rd. 1350 Glenanna Rd. Eagleview Dr. Appleview Rd. Dunbarton Rd. Falconwood Way Rosebank Rd. N. Eramosa Cres. Craighurst Crt. Clearside Crt. Bloomfield Crt. Southcott Rd. Richardson St. Woodsmere Cres. Chipmunk St. Sunrise Ave. Vistula Dr. Elvira crt. 765 Oklahoma Dr. Westshore Blvd. Royal Rd. Guild Rd. Finch Ave. We are currently prospecting for Carriers in the following areas: *Streets listed not necessarily available Few decisions to make for Wilson as Pickering juniors open training camp Monday BY AL RIVETT Sports Editor PICKERING —One thing’s for certain, Pickering Boyer Pontiac Pan- thers head coach Jim Wilson is wast- ing little time in preparing for the 2002-2003 junior hockey season. Although camp only opened Mon- day night at the Pickering Recreation Complex, the player selection process is almost a fait accompli. The core of the 2002-2003 OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League club is all but set and any loose ends will certainly be tied up when camp ends next week. And, for Wilson, the Panthers’ new bench boss and general manager who came over from the North York Rangers in the off-season, that’s ex- actly the way he wants it. “We’re in the final stages of set- tling the roster,” says Wilson, 57, who may be a rookie coach with the Panthers this season, but has more than 35 years of coaching experience under his belt. “We’re very close, but there are some boys working hard to make the final roster.” With so few practices and exhibi- tion games prior to the start of the regular season in early September, Wilson says getting the players fa- miliarized with the team’s systems and one another are the focus of the coaching staff at training camp. Most of the player evaluations and the trimming of the roster were complet- ed at on-ice sessions held earlier in the summer. “By the end of the camp with nine nights over two weeks, with 18 hours on-ice and 12 to 14 hours in the classroom, we expect to have basical- ly all our systems in place. At least they’ll have some familiarity of how to play together in all zones of the rink in all conditions,” says Wilson. The Panthers enter their main training camp with only 27 players on board, including 15 forwards, nine defencemen and three goalies. By the end of camp, Wilson is prepared to carry only 13 forwards, seven de- fencemen and two goaltenders into the exhibition season. Wilson notes he’s “pleased” with the energy and enthusiasm of the players at camp. “They seem to be prepared to start the sea- son. Most of them have been on an off- season condi- tioning pro- gram, which was nice to see. I’m en- couraged by their efforts,” he says. Most no- ticeable this season is an al- most complete makeover of last year’s Pan- thers’team that finished fifth in the league’s South Confer- ence (20-22-5- 2 for 47 points), and then proceeded to beat the favoured Thornhill Rat- tlers 4-3 in a seven-game conference quarter-final playoff series. In the confer- ence semifi- nals, Pickering took power- house Wexford Raiders to a seventh and deciding game before drop- ping Game 7. Currently, only five play- ers remain from last sea- son. Forwards Brent Chan- dler, Ryan Tay- lor, Chris An- derson and Mike Alexiou and goal- tender Scott Gray will return to the fold for the 2002-2003 campaign. Several veteran players from other junior ‘A’ organizations, however, will join the existing Panthers’ veter- ans. Forward James Gaden, a two- year player with the St. Michael’s Buzzers, forward Andrew Gilbert, formerly of the Thornhill Rattlers, and defenceman Michael Freeman, with the North York Rangers last sea- son, have signed on with Pickering this season. Wilson says he’s not worried about the team’s lack of returning veterans. “Much more important than age is attitude and commitment. We just think that character and commitment and skills on the ice are the most im- portant things the boys can bring to the team.” Most of all, Wilson is excited about the club’s bumper rookie crop this season. Goaltender Michael Fini joins the Panthers after playing with the Wexford Raiders midgets last season. He feels Fini and veteran Gray should give the Panthers one of the best goaltending tandems in the league this season. He also points to three rookie de- fencemen in camp. Ryan Annesley, of the Ajax-Pickering Raiders ban- tams, Peter Aston of the Markham Waxers bantams, and Ken Brown of the Toronto Red Wings midgets are expected to make large contributions on the blueline this season. Annesley is currently at the final camp for the Ontario under-17 hockey team. Up front, first-year players expect- ed to make an impact include Peter NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, August 21, 2002 PAGE B1 P SINGLES DANCE PARTY SATURDAY, AUGUST 24th - 8:30 PM HOLIDAY INN-OSHAWA 1011 Bloor St. E. -Just north of Hwy 401 24HR. 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Tel: (905) 428-8888•Fax: (905)428-8904 Many Canadians like to go south for winter. If it’s not for the full season, it is at least for a few weeks, if not a few days. And many of them prefer taking their vehicle to travel south simply because it can be cheaper than flying and it also gives them more flexibility and freedom. Since they are leaving Canada, chances are they will drive their vehicle more than a few thousand kilometres to get to the sunny warm beaches. But does one tackle such a long trek without having his or her vehicle thoroughly checked? No matter what you drive, a compact car, SUV, truck or big RV, any of these vehicles should be well prepared for a long trip. That means a visit to your local service station or dealer to get the car ready. It is best to tell the mechanic your driving intentions and your destination. Expect an oil change (including the filter) , some greasing, checking of tire pressure, and other filter changes. If your mechanic advises you to change tires or to have the vehicle aligned before leaving, do as he says. Bad or worn out tires can be a safety hazard to you and your passengers. On the other hand, if you have noticed that one of the wheels has a tendency to shake, get them all balanced for a very comfortable ride. There is nothing more annoying than a shaking steering wheel or a vibration in the floor when you drive. And going south also means that your cooling system has to be in top shape. Have your radiator checked. Do the same with the coolant. Can it sustain warmer weather, especially in desert areas? At the same time, let your mechanic have a look at your trailer connections, if you have some. They should also be in good working condition to avoid any problems. GET THAT VEHICLE PREPARED BEFORE TRAVELLING Highland Dancing Lessons SYMINGTON HIGHLAND DANCERS LORRAINE SYMINGTON Fellow B.A.T.D. Judge S.O.B.H.D. Exams, shows and competitions 4 YRS. AND UP CALL 905-686-3456 “Come and See Us Perform at the CNE” Sports &LEISURE NEWS ADVERTISER AUGUST 21, 2002 A.J. GROEN/ News Advertiser photo A mighty swing PICKERING -- Blake O’Reilly takes a mighty cut, but the ball land- ed foul during senior T-ball playoff action in the Pickering Baseball Association. The game between Blake’s PBA squad and Sporting Im- ages was played at Beverly Morgan Park recently. New coach has Panthers prepared for season Please Recycle Me... BRENT CHANDLER Veteran forward returns to Panthers for 2002-03 season. MIKE ALEXIOU One of only five veterans back with the Panthers this season. See PANTHERS page B9 DURHAM —Netball, anyone? The Ajax/Pickering Netball Club is holding netball practices Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m. at the Westney Plaza, 15 Westney Rd. N.,Ajax, in the parking lot by the old Canadian Tire store. Anyone interested in learning the game or those who want to get back into playing the game is welcome to join us. Contact Grace at 905-427-0933 after 6 p.m. Have a ball Young driver on track at Mosport ...Page B2 PICKERING TOYOTA ATHLETE OF THE WEEK577 Kingston Rd. Pickering 420-9000 WE ARE HERE WEST - 401 - EAST HWY. 2 HARWOODWESTNEYBROCKLIVERPOOLWHITESN Nikkita Holder, of Pickering, a student at Dunbarton High School, hurdled to two gold medals at the 2002 Ottawa OFT Supermeet Championship earlier this month, while also finishing fourth against older competition. The 15-year-old’s time of 11.84 seconds placed her first in the 80-metre midget hurdles, while she earned the 200m midget hurdles title in 29.44 seconds. Accident mars otherwise solid race by Guerrieri at Mosport PICKERING —An unfortunate accident prevented a Pickering race car driver from possibly reaching the podium at race seven of the 2002 Canadian Formula Ford Champi- onship held at the Grand Prix of Mo- sport this past weekend. Christopher Guerrieri drove a solid race, fighting hard for second position before colliding with anoth- er competitor to eventually cross the finish line in ninth place. Guerrieri, driver of the number-11 NGCL Cherry Beach Sound Vector entered by team LM La Scuderia, qualified in eighth position for the 15-lap feature held on Mosport Inter- national Raceway’s gruelling road course, also the stage of the famous American Le Mans event that same weekend. Guerrieri started brilliantly, gain- ing several positions before the field negotiated the infamous and fast cor- ner one. At the end of the first lap, the 18-year-old rookie was running in fifth place. He continued to press hard and on lap five, he was in third position — just a few feet behind Di- dier Schraenen’s CMV car. For four laps, Guerrieri put enor- mous pressure on Schraenen. On lap 10, the two cars touched wheels and Schraenen’s car went flying up in the air and landed upside down in the dirt. The veteran driver was not in- jured in the crash. “I went on the inside of Schraenen when we braked for Corner 5A,” Guerrieri explained after the race. “We ran side by side between 5A and 5B. Then, he just drove straight into me when he turned in for 5B. Our wheels touched and his car flew up in the air.” The contact caused some serious damage to the left front suspension of Guerrieri’s Vector. Guerrieri continued the race, de- spite the fact one wheel was pointed in the wrong direction. The damage, however, caused him to spin on lap 12 but he quickly rejoined the fray to eventually finish in ninth place. “It’s been an eventful race but I proved I could be very quick here,” said Guerrieri. “I caught the two leading cars very easily and I was running a lot faster than Schraenen. I had to pass him quickly and I had a good chance to make my move there. However, we touched and that was it.” The final race of the 2002 season will be held at Mont-Tremblant, Que- bec at the end of September. A/P PAGE B2 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, August 21, 2002 EL NIÑO ON THE MOVE The Forecaddie, ever your faithful newshound, has “caught wind”of a development concerning El Niño: It seems Sergio Garcia, who has a hat/club/bag deal with Titleist (Acushnet) through 2004, could be bound for TaylorMade — and sooner than you think. IMG, which represents El Niño, has used a clause in Garcia’s Titleist agree- ment — which allows Garcia to pur- sue a more lucrative deal should it come along — to inform Titleist that TaylorMade-Adidas is waiting in the wings, checkbook in hand. Garcia, spotted by the Forecaddie last week at the TaylorMade offices in Carlsbad, Calif., is expected to com- mand in the neighborhood of $35 mil- lion over five years, presumably to play TaylorMade clubs, carry the company’s bag and use a Maxfli ball in addition to continuing to wear Adidas apparel and footwear. More interesting, TaylorMade’s current golden boy, British Open champ Ernie Els, is a free agent after this season, which means TaylorMade will have to pony up some serious cash to keep the pair batting 1-2 in the lineup. Stay tuned. BECK REVIVAL Chip Beck followed his third place in the Buy.com Omaha Classic with an opening 67 at the LaSalle Bank Open, where he eventually finished tied for 44th. In the interview room, Beck had to consult his caddie’s yardage book while recounting his five birdies. “I haven’t been with the press in so long,”he said. “I can’t remember my golf holes.” Beck went from being a 1993 Ryder Cup hero to missing 47 consecutive PGA Tour cuts in 1997-98. Beck attributes his recent turn- around in part to a club switch (to Vulcan) and his work with renowned instructor Jim Suttie. TAP-INS AND LIP-OUTS This has not been a very good summer for caddies. After getting worn out by walking the hills of Castle Pines at The International (regarded by many as the toughest walking course on the schedule), vet- eran PGA Tour caddie Patrick Fitzgerald, who was working for Richard Zokol, suffered a heart attack and underwent triple-bypass surgery. Then Peter Coleman, Bernhard Langer’s longtime looper, broke his shoulder. And Anthony Knight — aka the Ant Man — suffered pain of another kind: Garcia fired him after The International. Speaking of caddies, you don’t see many of the 7-foot variety, but former NBA center Will Perdue caddied for Scott Gump in the Buy.com LaSalle Bank Open. They grew up together in Merritt Island, Fla. —Golfweek TEAM STATS Ryder Cup U.S. standings for the 2004 Ryder Cup matches to be played at Oakland Hills Country Club in Bloomfield Hills, Mich. (Note: The 2004 U.S. Ryder Cup Team is chosen on points compiled by the PGA of America that players accumulate from Jan. 3, 2002, through the 86th PGA Championship at Whistling Straits in Kohler, Wis., in August 2004. 1.Tiger Woods . . . . . . . . . . . .521.250 2. Phil Mickelson . . . . . . . . . .304.625 3. Rich Beem . . . . . . . . . . . . .227.500 4. Justin Leonard . . . . . . . . . .131.857 5. Fred Funk . . . . . . . . . . . . .124.375 6. Rocco Mediate . . . . . . . . . .123.750 7. Chris Riley . . . . . . . . . . . . .107.500 8. David Toms . . . . . . . . . . . .105.875 9. Jerry Kelly . . . . . . . . . . . . .105.625 10. Len Mattiace . . . . . . . . . . .91.750 11. Kenny Perry . . . . . . . . . . . .85.357 12. Jim Furyk . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83.229 13. Jeff Maggert . . . . . . . . . . . .82.143 14. Scott Hoch . . . . . . . . . . . . .81.500 15. Chris DiMarco . . . . . . . . . .79.107 16. Mark Calcavecchia . . . . . . .76.438 17. John Cook . . . . . . . . . . . . .75.938 18. Scott Mccarron . . . . . . . . . .72.500 19. Davis Love III . . . . . . . . . . .70.000 20. Brad Faxon . . . . . . . . . . . .66.250 Solheim Cup Standings for the 2002 Solheim Cup to be played Sept. 20-22 at Interlachen Golf Club in Minneapolis. (Note: U.S. players qualify by earning points for wins and top-10 finishes during a two-year period.The top 10 earn positions, and the captain will have two wild-card picks.) 1. Juli Inkster . . . . . . . . . . . . . .221.63 2. Laura Diaz . . . . . . . . . . . . . .215.90 3. Rosie Jones . . . . . . . . . . . . .155.50 4. Michele Redman . . . . . . . . .131.87 5. Dottie Pepper . . . . . . . . . . . .122.50 6. Cristie Kerr . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107.29 7. Meg Mallon . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96.58 8. Beth Daniel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93.65 9. Wendy Ward . . . . . . . . . . . . .81.50 10. Kelli Kuehne . . . . . . . . . . . . .73.75 11. Kelly Robbins . . . . . . . . . . . .72.92 12. Dorothy Delasin . . . . . . . . . .72.45 13. Emilee Klein . . . . . . . . . . . . .69.28 14. Pat Hurst . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63.00 15. Nancy Scranton . . . . . . . . . .58.47 16. Danielle Ammaccapane . . . .47.43 17. Brandie Burton . . . . . . . . . . 47.33 18. Betsy King . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40.50 19. Kate Golden . . . . . . . . . . . . .38.50 20.Vicki Goetze-Ackerman . . . .38.28 ETIQUETTE&RULES Q:When playing the day after a storm, my ball landed in a bunker that was filled with water. What should I have done in that situation? A:A player is not entitled to take a ball out of a bunker without play- ing a stroke or taking a penalty stroke (Decision 25-1b/8). The player may play the ball as it lies or drop it without penalty inside the bunker at the nearest point, not nearer the hole, where the depth of the casual water is the smallest —see Rule 25- 1b(ii)(a). You could also have dropped the ball behind the bunker under penalty of one stroke — Rule 25-1b(ii)(b) — or declared the ball unplayable and proceeded in accordance with Rule 28. — Golf For Women magazine (www.golfforwomen.com) TRIVIA Mark O’Meara was the oldest first-time winner of the Masters Tournament. At his 1998 victory, he was 41 years, 3 months and 29 days. TaylorMade, Callaway drivers don’t conform to COR ruling B Y J AMES A CHENBACH Golfweek wo industry giants, TaylorMade-Adidas Golf and Callaway Golf, stand to be affected the most by the Aug. 6 ruling on springlike effect. Both com- panies were manufacturing and promoting “hot”drivers in the United States without formal approval from golf’s rulemaking bod- ies. When that approval did not come, Callaway officials talked at length about the adverse ruling. TaylorMade officials, however, issued a short news release. Both companies had antici- pated the adoption of a May 9 proposal by the U.S. Golf Association and Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews. Under the terms of that proposal, drivers with a high COR (coefficient of restitution, or springlike effect) would have been approved throughout the world for five years. Now, after a drastic alteration of the proposal, the drivers will be nonconforming in the United States, Mexico and Canada, although the rest of the world is fair territory until Jan. 1, 2008. At that time, hot drivers will become nonconforming everywhere in the world. Ron Drapeau, chairman and CEO of Callaway Golf, had fire in his eyes and a new driver in his hand. “The sad part for me is this: I just have trouble understanding how the rulemakers, who are all smart people, can allow themselves to use intuition to set the rules rather than data. … How the hell is golf going to grow if we have a leadership that is unwilling to look at data?” The new driver in Drapeau’s hand was the long- awaited Great Big Bertha II. Callaway sold almost 2 million of the original Great Big Bertha. The GBB II is part of Callaway’s contingency plan, drafted in the event of an unfavorable ruling from the USGA and R&A. The driver is made of titanium, but is larger at 380cc. It is expected to be in golf shops and retail outlets during the fourth quarter of 2002. It will co-exist in the United States with Callaway’s C4 graphite composite driver, while the ERC II driver will continue to be sold in other countries. Callaway also will produce a high-COR version of the driver, the GBB II Plus, which will be marketed in countries under R&A jurisdiction. In its news release, TaylorMade also referred to a contingency plan. The company said it quickly switched production from its high-COR R500 series of drivers to its sister series of conforming drivers, which will adopt the R500 name. TaylorMade is the most-used driver on the PGA Tour, and Ernie Els carried a new TaylorMade 500 series dri- ver in his recent British Open triumph. “A handful of manufacturers did jump the gun,”said USGA executive director David Fay. “I hesitate to put it this way, but they rolled the dice and they lost.” In addition to TaylorMade and Callaway, other manu- facturers such as Adams and Tour Edge had announced that high-COR drivers would be sold in the United States. Other companies, including Wilson and Titleist, were ready to introduce similar drivers. Now these dri- vers will be sold only in countries outside USGA juris- diction. Yes No 84%LAST WEEK’S QUESTION Should a player who wins three times in a season on the Futures Tour earn an immediate promotion to the LPGA? Yes:397 votes No: 73 votes THIS WEEK’S QUESTION When should players be allowed to join the pro ranks? Cast your vote at: www.golfweek.com FOLIO LINE FOLIO LINE Distributed by Knight Ridder/Tribune Garcia Beck asey Martin is thinking about thinking about quitting competi- tive golf. That means doing something else is in the back of his mind. You think that way when you make only one cut in eight 2002 Buy.com Tour starts through July. You think that way when you take 10 Advil a day to deal with throbbing pain in your right leg. So you look down the road while you fight your swing on the road. You are at a career crossroads and you wonder. All the while you’re only one 65 away from wanting to play forever. “I think about how much longer I can grind it out,”Martin said at the LaSalle Bank Open before shooting 75-67-70-68 and finishing tied for third Aug. 11. “I still think I can play. I need to see some success. We’ll see.” Martin’s victories since 1998 have come in court rather than on course. The latest was a favorable Supreme Court ruling in 2001 in his lawsuit against the PGA Tour. It ended his prolonged fight to ride a cart, needed because he suffers a rare circulatory ailment, Klippel- Trenaunay-Weber syndrome. Curiously, his ride has been bumpy since the court success. In 2001, he earned only $17,197 and never finished better than 20th in 21 Buy.com events. “Maybe I felt more pressure after the court win,”Martin said. “While it was going on, nobody expected anything out of you and you could just play. Maybe it was a letdown.” This year has been worse. Experimental treatment in Denver backfired. Severe infection prompted three operations over three days in January. Doctors told him he was 24 hours away from dying. “I’ve been burned by (two exper- imental treatments),”Martin said. “The last time was a very bad deal. So I’m not anxious to go do new stuff. I’ve had two doctors tell me they can get me walking in six months. I get my hopes up. But when you go 0- for-2 and almost die in one of them, you become cynical.” Cynicism is an attitude not associated with Martin. He is a role model that the sports world needs more of. He is smart, quick-witted, sincere, polite, upbeat, brave and spiritual. He plays with pain daily, his ailing leg swelling as he walks. Hence the high consumption of Advil: four in the morning, four at night, two in between. “It’s legal,”he said. Martin, 30, is good for golf because he offers hope. He exudes perseverance. He refuses to blame poor play on his leg. During the three-year court case, he earned a ticket to ride on the 2000 PGA Tour by finishing 14th in 1999 Buy.com earn- ings. The court proceedings took an immeasurable toll on him. Constantly he faced legal issues and media inquiries and peer opinions, not to mention his medical problems. Everybody had a take. That’s not easy on someone who desires to be liked. For those reasons and others, his game hasn’t been the same since 1999 — until last week. He finished 179th on the 2000 PGA Tour and lost his card. He since has struggled in the minor league. “It seems like it’s been three years since I’ve played well,”Martin said before the tie for third at the LaSalle Buick Open. “If I play well and finish 50th, then I’ll quit. But it’s not like after every round I think I’m going to quit. But the last couple of years haven’t been fun. It’s not fun traveling when you’re not play- ing well and you’re in physical pain on top of that.” But he’s more hopeful now. That’s the nature of the game. One positive result brings you back. So before he changes careers, he seeks to regain form. “I work hard on my swing, but it’s a bit of a mystery,”he said. “But that’s fun. I wake up and say, ‘I’m going to find this thing.’I wake up and want to get to the range and practice.” As important as Martin has been to golf and those with disabilities, he might even be more valuable in his next career. He would bring a bright light to politics. He could earn a living as a motivational speaker, for he can command around $40,000 per speech. He’d be perfect as a famous fund-raiser for a school or charity. When you are an Academic All- American with a 3.8 GPA in eco- nomics at Stanford, you have options. Martin says designing golf cours- es interests him. He says he thinks about being an athletic director or golf coach at Stanford or the University of Oregon, in his home- town of Eugene. Whatever happens, the game’s loss will be some business’major gain. JEFF RUDE Golfweek PHOTOS BY JEFF GROSS/GETTY IMAGES Ernie Els carried a TaylorMade 500 series at the recent British Open.STEPHEN MUNDAY/GETTY IMAGESSCHEDULE All times ET PGA Tour:WGC: NEC Invitational Thursday and Friday, 2 p.m., USA Saturday and Sunday, 3 p.m., CBS PGA Tour:Reno-Tahoe Open Thursday through Sunday, 8 to 10:30 p.m., The Golf Channel LPGA Tour:First Union Betsy King Classic Thursday through Sunday, 2 to 5 p.m., The Golf Channel Senior Tour:Uniting Fore Care Classic Friday, 2 to 4 p.m., PAX Saturday and Sunday, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., CNBC Birthdate:June 2, 1972 Birthplace:Eugene, Ore. Plays out of Eugene Country Club Marital status:Single Education:Stanford University (1995, economics) College highlights: Academic All-American, 1995; second-team All-American, 1994; member of Stanford’s 1994 NCAA Championship team; teammate of Tiger Woods and Notah Begay III. 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FAX OR E-MAIL GAME RESULTS TO NEWS ADVERTISER NEWSROOM 905-683-7363 E-mail arivett@durhamregion.com Local reggae band ‘busiest we’ve ever been’after returning from hiatus AJAX —The hiatus is over and Leejahn is back. The Ajax-based reggae band has re- grouped and has been performing and recording. Mike Lee said the group “never broke up”, just took a break. “A few members moved back home to Jamaica. It kind of put a spoke in the wheel,” he noted. “I moved back, Al- bert moved back up and we still had the passion for the music, so we put it back together.” Now, “we’re the busiest we’ve ever been,” Lee said. “Every other week and every week- end. We do two shows a week, mini- mum.” In addition to Lee, who plays drums, others in Leejahn include John Barkie, Ron Dalson and Stephen Lee on vocals, Andy Lee on bass, and Michael James and Albert Elliot on keyboards. The group is also working on a sec- ond CD. The first, ‘Incomplete’, was recorded in 1993. “We’re still working on it. It’s not complete yet. Hopefully, we’ll release a single at a time. We hope to get it picked up” by a record company, Mike Lee said. “By the spring, it will be ready. A single is to be released within weeks.” One of the tracks is a remake of Bob Marley’s ‘Redemption Song’. Barkie has a studio in his Ajax home and that’s where the group is recording. Leejahn will perform at Chatt’s in Ajax Saturday,Aug. 24, with the doors opening at 8:30 p.m. Chatt’s is located on Bayly Street, between Westney Road and Finley Av- enue. NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, August 21, 2002 PAGE B3 A/P Fashion Show 3:00 pm Ajax/Pickering The Community Newspaper since 1965 Booth Space Available. Call today to reserve your spot. Presented by: For Exhibitor Information Call Angela Mercer or Laurie Thompson at 905-683-5110 Pickering Recreation Complex,1876 Valley Farm Rd.Pickering Recreation Complex,1876 Valley Farm Rd. 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Romancing the tome: Hard work and little pay doesn’t deter Durham writer BY JANE McDONALD Staff Writer DURHAM ––Finally, after a year of hard work, Janet Luchinger has pub- lished her third romance novel. “It seems to be getting longer and harder,” laughs Luchinger, known to her devoted readers as Jan Springer. “The first one (‘Peppermint Creek Inn’) took nine months to write, the next (‘As Big as the Sky’), six months but my third one (‘Love Through a Stranger’s Eyes’) has taken a little bit over a year.” As painstakingly slow as the writing process might be for the 42-year-old Oshawa writer, she says she knows she has lots of characters inside her imagi- nation waiting for her to give them life on the page. “They’re all waiting to tell their sto- ries,” she says. Luchinger lives a typical writer’s life. She walks first thing in the morning and then does “a little bit of writing,” averaging eight to nine hours a day. “It depends on my mood,” she says. “If I don’t feel like it, I don’t and then there are times when I can write for days.” The Durham College graduate says she knew from age three she wanted to be a writer and remembers writing small, short stories when she was younger. Yet she went on to study ac- counting and finance at college, taking a factory job at one point, also working in an apple orchard and in hairdressing along the way. But it was as a part-time office employee she finally found time to write. An electronic book publisher accept- ed her first two books. She then self- published them in paperback. Her third book will be available in both formats. “I’m my own agent,” she says. “The E-books are available on the net and through Wings Press, out of the U.S. in Maryland.” Royalties from the sales of her books are not yet enough for the Oshawa born and raised author to live on, but she says the money is getting better. “I’m not making that much yet but it’s starting to go up,” says Luchinger. “Each royalty cheque is averaging $300 to $400 but it’s not enough to live on. I’m living on my savings.” The local novelist is a member of the Durham Writers’Circle and the Toronto Romance Writers, as well as the Ro- mance Writers of America. Her readers, because of the World Wide Web, are in- ternational. “Last week a lady from Spain want- ed to know when my next book comes out,” she says. 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CALGARY BOUND!Business is expanding to Calgary, Al- berta. Looking for 5-6 people to help expand business. Call Tina for details 905-571-4756 CAREER - If you are motivat- ed and interested in a higher than average pay cheque we offer you an interesting career full of challenges. We provide training. Choice of salary or commission programs. Must be 18 and have own vehicle. Call now (905) 579-7815. 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. DELIVERY DRIVERS required, Little Ceasars Pizza. Cash paid nightly. Own car, apply in person. 1128 Simcoe St. North, Oshawa. DEMONSTRATORS required immediately for in-store dem- onstrations at Costco, full or part-time. Seniors welcome. Flexible hours. Some wee- kend required. Please call Harriet or Nancy 905-686- 7278 for interview. DRIVERS WANTED,good pay! Gino's Pizza, 461 Park Rd. S., Oshawa Apply in per- son with resume, or fax (905)723-8229. DSW, ECE, CYW OR RELATED experience. Direct Care workers for developmentally handicapped kids & adults in group home. Part time to start. Many shifts available. Opportunities for growth. Training provided. Friendly, caring at-mosphere. Fax resume (905)-686-3112. ECE, ASSISTANTS and Cook needed for a new Childcare Centre. Mail resume to: Growing Tykes, 762 King St. E., Oshawa L1H 1G9 ESTABLISHED CANADIAN Company representing multi national corporation seeking new employees due to rapid expansion. Entry level sales & management positions avail Call for a confidential inter- view 905-434-6149 ext 232. EXPERIENCED HOME builder with good telephone manor in sales. Able to resolve resi- dential construction problems. Fluent Italian or Greek would be an asset. Fax 905-433- 8809, Phone 905-433-3772 FINANCIAL SERVICES Com- pany looking for highly moti- vated, career minded people. Do you have experience in Sales/Marketing. 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Call Mario or Ramzi (905)683-5911 or even. (905)725-0745 HARMONY CREEK GOLF CENTRE - jobs available for the following positions exp. wait staff for daily restaurant and banquet hall, pro shop staff, greens maintenance staff. Fax resume to (905) 433-7996. ABSOLUTELY FREE INFO ONLINE. work from home. Earn $25-$75/hour, part time, full time. Full training provid- ed. www.123takecontrol.com 1-888-246-9624 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL,long- term temp, Staff Plus will be interviewing 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thurs., August 22, Iro- quois Sports complex, 500 Victoria St. Whitby. LONGHAUL AZ DRIVERS re- quired for US & Canada. Good mileage & benefits paid. Clean abstract required. Call 905-985-0811 or 905-439- 2091 and leave msg. MA-LE ENTERPRISES - 3 people to be hired. No selling required. Reliable vehicle necessary. Excellent oppor- tunity for mothers at home while kids are at school. For interview call Corry 905-983- 5412. MANAGEMENT TRAINEES, sales representatives needed immediately. Starting wage $500/ wk. Must be 18 or older, hardworking, have a neat ap- pearance and own transporta- tion. Call (905) 579-7816. MANAGER REQUIRED for Tim Horton's located in Bowman- ville. MUST have minimum 3 years FAST FOOD EXPERI- ENCE & proven management skills. Fax resume & cover to 905-479-9218. SHIPPER/RECEIVER required for a national tire distributor. Tire and/or automotive experi- ence an asset. Fax resumes to 416-285-6663 NEED A JOB?? Call Rob! 905- 571-4756 NORTH OSHAWA business support centre is currently seeking one full-time and one part-time employee. Skills re- quired are computer literacy, MS Office, scanning and typ- ing of 55 WPM. Knowledge of graphics software an asset. Candidates must possess ex- ceptional people skills. Speci- fy if you are applying for full or part-time. Mail resume to 8- 1288 Ritson Road North. aaronandchristine@sympatico.ca PART TIME personal care provider wanted in Pickering to care adult male with dis- ability. Homemaking duties also required. Weekday mornings & some weekends. $11.50/hr to start. Call Rick 905-837–1399 PART-TIME CLERICAL - Good communication, customer service skills, able to do ba- sic math, familiar with com- puter keyboard. Willing to learn. Please send resume to: File #821, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa L1H 7L5 PART-TIME EVENINGS. Suit- able for homemakers & stud- ents. Easy phone work. Call for interview 905-426–1322 PARTNER'S BILLIARDS is now hiring a mature individual for counter/bar position. Flexi- ble hours, to work days, nights/weekends. Computer experience, Smart Serve and good math skills required. Car preferred. Send resumes to: 1916 Dundas St. E. Whitby L1N 2L6. ROUGH TERRAIN FORKLIFT Driver required immediately for masonry crew in Durham. Must be experienced and reli- able. Wage negotiable. Call 416-528-1274 ATTENTION GAS MARKETER’S DREAM $240.00 per day avg. successful leads program car required Call Tim 905-435-0518 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)426-1322 ATTENTION CUSTOMER SERVICE $17.50/hr. avg. Lead List Provided CALL BRIAN 905-435-0280 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. Pickway Transportation Experienced School Bus Drivers with Class E or B for 3 runs daily. Fluent English preferred. (905) 420–4574. BEDWELL VANLINES Full time AZ , DZ & G DRIVERS & HELPERS Rate based on experience. Call (905) 686-0002 Ajax News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon.-Fri 8:00-5 p.m. Closed Saturday Toronto Line: (416) 798-7259 24-Hour Fax: (905) 579-4218 Classified Online: Now when you advertise, your word ad also appears on the internet at http://www.durhamregion.com Email: classifieds@durhamregion.com Our phone lines are open Mon. to Fri. until 8 p.m. Sat. 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. A/P PAGE B6 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, August 21, 2002 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamregion.com CLASSIFIEDS 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.com FIND 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 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed Saturday NEW THIS SEPTEMBER! Adult Credit Courses in Pickering Prepare for college or upgrade your skills. Registration session: Wed., Sept. 4, 2002, 10:30 a.m. 1400 Bayly, Unit 5A, Pickering (facing the GO Station) Classes begin Sept. 9, 2002 and run for seven week sessions. Call today (905) 436-3211 or 1-800-408-9619 or visit www.dce.ca Another great program from Durham Continuing Education 500 Career Training REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY SECURITY OFFICERS (FT) For large local manufacturing company Position applicants must have the following: • Law and Security/Police Foundations Diploma • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Basic computer skills • Able to work flexible shifts • One year related experience Apply in person or fax resume to Peter @(905) 579-8028 214 King St. E., 2nd Floor, Oshawa. 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. Get the most effective and shortest possible training with the best instructors. 1-866-5-POLICE Celebrating our 20th successful year. Website: www.policefoundations-cbc.com Proud members of the Ont. Association of Chiefs of Police Police Foundations Department Of Diamond Institute Of Business NOW IN AJAX Corrections, Customs, Court Officers 505 Careers 500 Career Training505Careers505Careers Due to exceptional growth, Fleming Door, Canada's largest manufacturer of Steel Doors and Frames, has an immediate ca- reer opportunity for the following posi- tions. Maintenance Mechanic:for afternoon shift who has a minimum of 5 years of re- lated experience, is required. Electrical, Hy- draulic and Resistance Welding experience is a definite asset. Production Supervisor:you will have 3 years supervisory experience in a union- ized manufacturing environment. Knowl- edge of metal forming and welding is an asset. The individual must be a self starter with good communication skills. If you are a talented, well organized self starter, able to work with minimum super- vision, and are looking for opportunity, Fleming offers you an attractive compen- sation and benefit package and a challeng- ing work environment. Send your resume to: HR Dept., Fleming Door Products Ltd. 20 Barr Road, Ajax, Ont. L1S 3X9 or fax (905)-427-1527 or e-mail hrdept@flemingdoor.com We regret but only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY ✔Complete training provided ✔Company car ✔Complete Health & Dental Benefits ✔Pension Plan ✔Ability to earn 50k + in your 1st year. Sales experience preferred but we will train the right candidate. If you enjoy interacting with people, are a strong believer in customer satisfaction please call or fax your resume to the attention of Brian Silver 905-839-6666 or Fax 905-839-6008 Formula Ford Sales 1167 Kingston Rd. QUALITY INSPECTORS ENGINEERS & PROCESS AUDITORS Contract Opportunity, 30-day minimum, Shift Work, Overtime Required, locations ranging from London (West) thru to the Oshawa (East)areas. Applicants must have experience in an automotive / manufacturing environment performing Quality Inspection, Technician or Materials Management functions. Post secondary training in quality, engineering, or related field is an asset. Applicants must have excellent communications skills and leadership abilities. Transportation required. Please fax resumes to the attention of Ms. C. Issel @ 905-720-2778 or 1-800-263-3735 SR. PURCHASING AGENT A Sr. Purchasing Agent is required to consolidate procurement activities for strategic raw materials, as well as maintenance/ repair/operating supplies/services for Grace Canada, Inc., a leading edge manufacturing firm. Your mandate will be: • To continually enhance the process of timely procurement at the lowest possible cost, and consistently meet quality requirements. • Manage strategic suppliers through facilitation of stronger relationships, sharing/integration of information/processes/ competencies. • Actively support the GPC core values and integrate them into daily activities. High energy individuals who are interested in this position should have a B.S. in business-related field, or CPM and/or 6-8 years experience in an industrial environment as a purchasing agent, Global experience preferred. Candidate must demonstrate proven ability to liaise effectively and interface with top management both internally and externally. PC literacy and proficiency in MS-Word, Excel, Powerpoint etc., as well as SAP proficiency are required. This position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, paid expenses, and the opportunity to grow in a stimulating work environment. We invite you to visit our website at www.na.graceconstruction.com Please send your resume in complete confidence to: Grace Canada, Inc. 294 Clements Road West, Ajax, ON L1S 3C6 Facsimile: 905-683-4659 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted THE NEWS ADVERTISER is looking for prospects to deliver newspapers and flyers to the following areas ✰ ✰ ✰ ✰ ✰ ✰ ✰ PICKERING Highview Rd. Woodside Ln Aberfoyle Crt. Springview Dr. Culross Ave. Walnut Ln. Wildwood Cres. Dellbrook ave. Bently Ln. Blueridge Cres. Rambleberry Ave. Kelinway Ln. Healthside Cres, Finch Ave. Beechlawn Dr. Larksmere Crt. Ashford Dr. Marshland Dr. Fairfield Cres. Oberon Crt. Majoroaks Rd. Harrowsmith Crt. Longbow Dr. Bainbridge Dr. Collingsbrook Crt. Clearside Crt. Craighurst Crt. Southcott Rd. Bainbury Crt. Burnside Dr. Fiddlers Crt. Sparrow Cir. Twynn Rivers Hoover Dr. Pinegrove Ave. Sandhurst Cres. Woodsmere Cres. Conacher Cres. Rougemount Dr. Dyson Rd. Richardson St. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR FOR ROUTES AVAILABLE IN YOUR AREA PLEASE CALL 905-683-5117 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help SERVERS Exp. req’d. FT & PT Apply in person 2pm-4pm Mon. to Wed. at Nickels Restaurant Ajax (905) 426-6860 95 Kingston Rd. E. (east of Harwood) YOUTH WORKERS The Murray McKinnon Foundation seeks skilled and experienced Youth Workers for full time contract positions. We provide services to Phase One Young Offenders in residential settings in Oshawa and Millbrook, Ontario. Requirements: •Relevant post secondary education and/or a combination of related work experience in a human services setting. •Valid drivers license with good driving record •Demonstrated strong interpersonal,organizational skills •Good problem solving abilities. •Good verbal and written communication skills In addition, we are seeking responsible and motivated individuals to work as Direct Care Staff in entry level positions on a casual basis. Qualified applicants are invited to reply with their resume to: Executive Director The Murray McKinnon Foundation 11 Ash St., P.O. Box 2218 OSHAWA, ON L1H 4G1 We would like to thank all applicants in advance for applying. Only those qualified applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. LOOKING FOR WORK? 3 Day Job Club will help you FIND A JOB fast In 3 days you will have: A resume that gets you in the door A free 190 page job search manual Answers to tough interview questions Knowledge of how to find good job leads To register for our free workshops Call Sandy at (905) 420-4010 Durham Region Unemployed Help Centre 1400 Bayly St., Unit 12, Pickering Sponsored by: CAN YOU SELL I NEED YOU Durham Region's Volume Dealer New & Used Car Sales Person Call 905-420–2925 Or Toll Free 1-866-420-3933 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. CREW MANAGERS Earn $600-1200/wk After paid training program. Must have sales experience and ability to motivate door to door sales team. Call 905-723-1862 DISPATCHER WANTED Dispatcher required by an Oshawa based trucking company. Must be com- puter literate, able to work shift work (nights and/or weekends) in fast paced, JIT environment. Experience in the trucking industry an asset, but willing to train the right candidate. Excellent ben- efits, salary based on experience. Please fax resume to 905-404-6620 DREAMS Bedding & Bath Store Now Hiring FT/PT SALES ASSOCIATES CASHIERS STOCK PERSON Resumes accepted in person starting Mon. Aug. 19th between 10am & 6pm @ 1755 Pickering Parkway, Pickering LOOKING FOR WORK? • Are you out of work? • Has your Employment Insurance run out or are you ineligible for these benefits? • Are you over 24 years of age? • Have you sent out countless resumes with no response? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, we would like to help. Our clients have an 80% success rate of finding and maintaining employment and our services are free! Please call Roberta (905)420-4010 for further information. Trucking company has immediate openings for owner operators Both Team and Single Requirements : •AZ license max. 3 points on abstract • Minimum 2 years experience • U.S. experience an asset We offer: •Benefit Package available •Company cards •Home on weekends •Paid weekly •Pay $1.10 per mile ( all miles) Please call Rob or Bill at 613-392-5180 or 1-800-267-1888 or fax resumes to: (613) 965-6001 JIFFY LUBE Pennzoil Quaker State Canada Company and a leader in the fast lube industry. Requires LUBRICATION TECHNICIANS for our locations in Oshawa & Whitby. Experience preferred, excellent customer skills & a strong desire for advancement. Resumes to: 23 Taunton Rd. W. Oshawa, L1G 1B4 No phone call please. Although we thank all applicants only those selected for an interview will contacted. MAJOR EXPANSION FULL-TIME MARKETING DIRECTORS Excellent communication skills required. Hours are 2-10 p.m. Tues. - Fri. and Sat. 9-5 p.m. PART-TIME CUSTOMER SERVICE/RECEIVER Evenings and Saturday's For both positions please fax resume to: Susan at 905-839-9471 NEW TO CANADA? LOOKING FOR WORK? Join our 3 day Job Search Workshop Within 3 short days you will: Have a resume that works Understand the labour market Know how to look for the best jobs Be able to ace an interview To register for our FREE workshops Call Zena at The Unemployed Help Centre (905)420-4010 1400 Bayly, Unit 12 (near the GO Station) Funded by Citizenship and Immigration Canada 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 TNT LOGISTICS is looking for AZ DRIVERS 2 years min. experience. Shift work. Clean Abstract.Ajax location. Fax resumes to:905-686-4344 TNT LOGISTICS is looking for FORK LIFT CERTIFIED Shift work, Pickering location. Fax resumes to:905-837-1729 EXPERIENCED MACHINE OPERATORS, ASSEMBLERS, SANDERS & PAINT SHOP PERSONNEL Required for Woodworking Manufacturer for the Morning & Afternoon Shifts. Excellent working conditions. 15 Riviera Drive, Markham Fax: (905) 470-6262 510 General Help • Delis, Food Stores, Caterers, etc. Call Erin Jackson at (905) 576-9335 or (905) 683-0707 ext. 2219 PRODUCTIVITY IMPROVEMENT CENTER NASHVILLE • TORONTO • DETROIT PIANO TEACHER required for in-home lessons in Pickering area. Call Mila 905-420–3054 PLUMBERS -Helper or ap- prentice needed. Helpers po- sition may lead to apprentice- ship. Drivers license required. MUST BE CLEAN CUT, NON- SMOKER. Send resume with REFERENCES to: E. Vaillan- court Plumbing, Fax 905-576- 7491. PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Foreperson, Landscape Fore- person, General Labourers. Mature, motivated, horticul- tural background, driver's li- cense, able to lead crew. Re- liable, hardworking, desire to learn. Fax 905-668-4400 SMALL CONSTRUCTION Company - is in need of a Carpenter & Carpenter Ap- prentice and Experienced Construction Labourers. Fax resume to: 905-434-7028. SPORTS MINDED individuals needed for busy ad company. No exp? No problem! Paid training provided. Several full time openings being offered. Cal Michelle for info @(905) 576-4425. STRONG VOICES NEEDED! Telephone sales re: police retirees. Work from our office Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. or 4:45 to 8 p.m. salary plus bonus and commission. Phone (905) 579-6222. SUBWAY AJAX/PICKERING VILLAGE has openings for Trainee/managers. Full time days and evenings. Part time day positions. apply in stores Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. SUPERINTENDENT required for adult lifestyle apt. building located in Oshawa. Suitable for retired couple. Fax to: 416-297-9499 TEACH COMPUTER P/T. Some computer experience required. Teaching children 6 - 12 years old. Car required. 905-438-0239 email resume to info@kidzncomputerz.com THE PALACE EAST now hiring full-time wait staff & door person. Apply in person at 947 Dillingham Rd., Pickering or call (905)420-2595 TRUCK OWNER OPERATOR for designated run to South Carolina. Must have 3 years exp. and a clean abstract. Fax resume to 705-742-6696 EASY PHONE WORK,UP TO $10 plus incentive. We have immediate openings for peo- ple with good verbal skills. Excellent working condition. Full & part-time available. Ajax location. Call 905-426– 1322 VERY BUSY CHRYSLER deal- ership requires responsible cleanup lot person. Must have valid driver's license. Call Dave Will, Body Shop Manag- er. (905) 683–5722 WORK FROM HOME ONLINE Earn $500 - $1500/mo PT working around your sched- ule or $3000+/mo FT. No door- to-door sales, soliciting friends & family. Visit: www.321seethedream.com BRING YOU KIDS TO WORK!!!Work at home. Full training/BBB approved. Call 1- 888-243-3414 www.10getwired.com WORK ON LINE $25-$75/hr, full training provided, (206) 984-9872 or www.dream- clasp.com Salon & Spa Help514 ESTHETITIANS & STYLISTS required, full time, for our lo- cations in Oshawa and Pick- ering. Call 416-417-3218 Skilled & Technical Help515 CABINET MAKERS & MA- CHINISTS required for mill- work shop in Whitby. 5 yrs. experience required. Call 905- 438-0010. CLASS "A" MECHANIC Need- ed immediately for busy Chrysler dealership. Apply to: Annandale Dodge, Corner of Church & Bayly St. Pickering (905) 683–5722 DRIVE CLEAN inspector/ap- prentice required for busy flat rate shop. Fax resume to: 905-436-2760 or apply to Apex Auto, 190 King St. E., Oshawa MECHANICS required to re- pair rough terrain forklifts. Ex- perience with diesel engines & hydraulics an asset, but willing to train. Phone (416)291–1929 or fax resume (416)291-0009 FRAMING CREWS needed. New Site opening. We are still looking for our base crews, could be year round. Bow- manville area. 905-372-7176. SHEET METAL WORKERS fabricators and installers and apprentices for Durham and Toronto area, full time for busy company. Please fax 905-430- 3803 or call 416-410-0035 ONTARIO DUCT CLEANING Technician required Scarbor- ough location, Valid G Driv- ers's license, clean abstract, Able to drive manual vehicle, HVAC knowledge an asset. Training provided. Excellent Customer service skills Fax resume attention Laurel (416)292-7600. FIELD SERVICE Mechanic dispatcher required to direct and coordinate service me- chanics to handle field serv- ice calls. Heavy equipment experience required. Call (416)291–1929 or fax resume (416)291-0009 WELL ESTABLISHED local company looking for experi- enced Window & Door Install- ers. Minimum 8yrs experi- ence. Must be fully equipped. Mail resumes to: P.O. Box 225 Pickering, Pickering Ont L1V 2R4. Office Help525 INSIDE SALES PERSON re- quired for a very busy sales company in Pickering. We are looking for an energetic team player with a positive attitude and excellent telephone skills. Previous office experience and computer skills neces- sary. Bilingualism an asset. Please email resume along with salary expectations to jdavis@somcan.com Inside Sales529 A NATIONAL TIRE distributor in Toronto is seeking a dyna- mic upbeat person to work as a member of our inside sales team. The successful can- didate must possess a pleas- ant phone manner, strong multi-tasking skills, good com- puter skills, and great customer service skills. Automotive, Tire or Customer Service an asset. Send resumes to 27-1300 King St. E. Box 153, Oshawa, Ont. L1H 8J 4. Sales Help & Agents530 REAL ESTATE SALES - ex- perienced new home sales representative wanted for busy Oshawa location. Great commissions superb sales pavilion. Contact Terry San- derson 905-761-9800. Hospital/Medical/ Dental535 401 & MCCOWAN, modern progressive dental practice seeks full-time hygienist. Fax resume to (416)296-1914. DENTAL HYGIENIST Required at busy Scarborough Dental Office. We are offering Tues- day and Wednesday even- ings, alternate Fridays & Sat- urdays. Please Call Rowena 416-296-0400. FULL TIME PDA POSITIONS for busy Oshawa office in- cludes days, evenings and weekends. Fax resume to (905) 579-2557Attn: Shelley. LEVEL II PDA, for Tuesdays + Thursdays beginning Septem- ber. Please fax resume to Mary 905-434-8520 or bring to 172 King St. E., Suite 201 Oshawa. RMT WANTED. A busy Ajax weight loss centre needs a Experienced, reliable & friendly RMT. Fax resume to: Audrey at 905-619-2037. RMT REQUIRED immediately to work days & evenings. Experience required for thriv- ing practise and physio clinic in Pickering. Fax resume to Murray 905-420-2907. RECEPTIONIST/FILING CLERK required immediately for fam- ily practice clinic, must be willing to work days, even- ings, weekends. Experience an asset. Fax resume to Ja- nice 905-430-6416. RPN's FOR PRIVATE DUTY in Durham Region. RN's new pay rate. 905-683–4149 SIX MONTH CONTRACT part time position for RN. 1 - 1/2 day per week, oral surgery and ER experience preferred. Send resume to File #826, Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481 Oshawa, Ontario. LlH 7L5 Hotel/Restaurant540 THE THIRSTY MONK IS NOW hiring experienced line cooks. Apply in person to 85 Kingston Rd. Domestic Help Wanted550 LIVE IN CAREGIVER full time for elderly man. References required, non-smoker. Call for more information 905-686- 4750 Cottages For Sale112 FENELON FALLS, 160FT. frontage on Sturgeon Lake, 3.5 acres total, 3-bedroom cot- tage, wet boathouse, turnkey, $320,000. Call (705)887-5543 or (416)422–3063. Houses For Sale100 OSHAWA -Beau Valley quiet end of court location, com- pletely private yard. Renovat- ed bright spacious 4 level side split finished throughout, 3 bedrooms, 1 and 1/2 baths, main floor family room with fireplace, walkouts from fami- ly room and kitchen to mature yard with inground kidney shaped pool. Much hardwood and many new windows. $253,000 905-721-1703 WHITBY- (234 Stonemanor Ave.) high demand area, spa- cious 4 bedroom executive home, professionally land- scaped, over 60k on up- grades: kitchen, hardwoods & ceramics, w/o to 2-tier deck, gas fireplace, freshly painted, crown moldings throughout Immaculate condition, private sale .$324.900. For an ap- pointment to view call 905- 665–9724 AJAX - 3-BDRM DETACHED beautifully decorated & pro- fessionally landscaped. Prime Westney Heights location. 1 yr old roof, basement 90% fin- ished, open concept main floor w/fireplace & large wind- ows, 1.5 garage w/loft & work- bench. $205,000. Le-Roy Crooks, Coldwell Banker Case Realty 416-281-2200. 21 SATO ST., WHITBY.2,580 sq. ft. Immaculate 4 bedroom all brick home on a 60 corner lot for sale. Professional land- scaping, semi finish base- ment, cathedral ceiling, formal living and dining room, large kitchen and family room. Call home (905) 430-3630 Bus. (416) 353-3145 for appoint- ment. WHITBY, PRIVATE LOT back- ing onto ravine, 4 bdrms, master bedroom w/ensuite, 2.5 bath, large eat-in kitchen w/walk-out to huge deck, gas f/p, many upgrades. $324,900. OPEN HOUSE Sunday August 25 1-3p.m. 22 Inglenook Crt. For viewing call 905-430- 9779. PICKERING, 4 BDRM +1, 2000sq.ft. townhouse, good lo- cation, close to school/PTC mall. Fast closing. Asking $170,000 negotiable. Call 416- 403-1818 leave a verbal mes- sage with a phone number. http://fieldlight.thepipeline.com QUALITY JEFFERY detached 3-bedroom sidesplit in NW Oshawa. Eat-in greenhouse kitchen, FM with fireplace, en- suite & WI in MBR. Jacuzzi, main floor laundry, CAC, fully fenced, quiet circle. $248,000 905-436-9297. Ajax,Beautiful 3 bdrm., 2.5 bath, CAC, appliances includ- ed, close to schools, hot tub on deck, call 905-427–3220 or 416-819-1936. Reduced to $239.000. NORTH EAST OSHAWA,large 4-bedroom home, central air, central vac, cathedral en- trance way, finished base- ment, $256,900. To view call (905)571–1639. OSHAWA CENTRE - SEMI, 3 bedrooms, air, fenced yard, close to everything, $152,000. Saturday & Sunday 12-4 p.m. Call (905) 432–7165 Open Houses102 OPEN HOUSE Saturday & Sunday 12pm - 4pm 15 Wil- lowbrook Dr., Whitby, Garden/ Dryden. 4-bedroom, all brick, Tormina built. close to schools, shopping, parks $249,900. Phone Lydia 905- 666-2838. Apt./Condos For Sale110 FOR SALE BY OWNER 3-bed- room main floor condo, w/pa- tio facing court yard, pool. North Oshawa. Newly reno- vated, hardwood floors. Dish- washer, washer, dryer 2yrs old. $109,900. maint. fee $215/per month Ample visitor parking. 905-723–7721. Out-of-Town Properties120 CUSTOM BUILT LOG home, on 11 acres, south of Bethany, 5 minutes to 115. Asking $329,000. Call evenings (705)277–3561, leave mes- sage (705)793-2249 MONTAGUE,PEI summer re- treat or year round 2 storey home, 2 baths, large country kitchen, many renovations, large treed lot w/private back yard. Five minute walk to town marina. 15 minute drive to sandy beach at Pamure Is. 10min drive to 2 renowned 18 hole golf courses at Bredenell. $89,000 Phone (902)838-4532 weekdays after 6pm, anytime weekend. Pictures upon re- quest. snc Lots & Acreages135 P.E.I. TWO 10 ACRE lots on quiet paved country road. 7 acres clear, 3 wooded with brook running through wooded area. 10 min. to Panmule Is- land Beach, 15 min. form (2) 18 hole renowned golf cours- es at Burdenell. $49,000 each. Phone (902) 838-4532 week- days after 6 p.m., anytime on weekends. snc Indust./ Comm. Space145 4,000 SQ. FT.industrial/com- mercial, Near 401, three 12x14 doors. Available immediately. ALSO body shop fully equipped for sale or lease. Call (905)725- 9503 or (905)720-3666. CONTRACTOR LOOKING for shop/office with outside storage in Pickering, Ajax, eastern Scarborough. Call Bob (905)619–1998. NEW INDUSTRIAL Units for sale/lease, M1A Whitby 2,250 OR 4,500 SQ. FT. 20' clear, drive-in. Available now. (905)436-9613. RETAIL OPPORTUNITIES AJAX - 110 Ritchie, Westney, north of 401. 1,300-3,000 sq ft, $14/ft; BOWMANVILLE- 240 King St. East - 1,539 sq ft $9/ft; OSHAWA- 245 King St. King/Park, "Teddy's Plaza" 1,150-3,100 sq. ft. $16/ft. Givalas R. E. Ltd., Nick Givalas, 905-479-4436. Office & Business space150 OFFICE/PROFESSIONAL SPACE. 400-2400 sq. ft. Prime down- town Whitby location. Ground floor. Private entrance and park- ing Call Joanna @ 905-579- 6245. FOR LEASE - 3,780 SQ,. FT. - Professional office building in core area Whitby. Available September lst. Major renova- tions, lots of storage - base- ment and loft, surface parking, Zone C3. Call for details. Bar- rie Lennox Remax First (905) 668-3800 Stores For Sale Rent/Wanted155 STORE FOR RENT on the best location in Downtown Whitby. Approx. 1200 sq. ft. Available September 1st. Call for de- tails. 905-430–8327 Business Opportunities160 GREAT location for a self-mo- tivated experienced FOOD SERVICE PROPRIETOR. Join the Artisan's Village at the Port Hope Granary. For more information call 416-599-0505. Apts. & Flats For Rent170 1-BDRM SPACIOUS base- ment apt, separate entrance, south Ajax. No pet/smoking. Avail. Sept. 1st. $750 inclu- sive. First/last & credit check. Call (416) 878–0377 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT apartment, Burcher Rd/Bayly, $650/month. No laundry. Fe- male preferred. Available im- mediately. No pets. No smok- ing. Parking available. Please call (905)426-1079. 1-BEDROOM basement apartment south Oshawa, close to GM, Near bus stop, all included, $580/month first/ last, no smoking, no pets. Avail. Oct. 1. 905-579-4169 2 APTS.for rent. Bachelor Avail. immed., clean, side en- trance, prefer working female. 2 bedroom, Oct. 1. Sep. en- trance, prefer working person. Call 905-686–3877 3-LARGE 2 bedroom units. Avail. Sept. 1. All separate patios, close to school, transit shopping, some units with hardwoods, call Joanne 905- 666-4145.before 9:30 pm. A CLEAN 2-bedroom apart- ment, no-smoking, pets, building suits professional couple/single. Close to Hospi- tal. Laundry, parking, refer- ences. $775 inclusive. Call (905)576–7540 (leave mes- sage) AJAX -67 Church St., Large 2-bdrm avail. Oct. 1st., in- cludes parking, hydro, new appliances. $1050/month. First & last. (905)426-1161 AVAIL. SEPT. 1,clean 2 bed- room mainfloor apartment, separate entrance, yard, downtown Oshawa. $840/ month utilities included. First/ last. Call 905-432-1268 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, in Whitby Apt. building, spa- cious, carpeted, newly paint- ed, with balcony, close to bus, shopping, all utilities included, first/last required, no pets, 1- bedroom $800 2-bedroom, $900. 3-bedroom $1,000 Call (905)767-2565. BACHELOR basement apt., Pickering, with kitchenette and 4 pc. bath, includes cable & utilities, shared laundry, non-smoker, $650 first/last, avail. Sept. 1st. 905-428-2770. BACHELOR, Available Sept. lst. Bright, large windows, pri- vate separate entry, laundry, utilities included. $680, Ross- land/Wilson., close to stores and transit. (905) 725-7039. BACHELOR-STLYE, upper floor of house. private en- trance. Close to Ajax go, bus- es and other amenities. West- ney/Hwy#2 area. utilities, ca- ble parking. single occupancy first/last/references. $750/ month (905)-619–9867. BASEMENT APT., clean large 1 bedroom sep. entrance, 3pc. bath, 1 parking, no-pets, suit- able for older working person. $700 per month first & last,. Avail Sept.10, 905-721–9713 BAYLY/LIVERPOOL - Base- ment apartment, 2 bedrooms, bright, laundry, parking. Available September lst. $800 inclusive. (905) 420–1612 CENTRAL OSHAWA, 3-bed- room from $950, Aug. 2-bed- room from $799 for August, two 1-bedrooms $725 and $750 for August Well-main- tained building, near all amenities. 905-723-0977 9am-5pm CLEAN ONE bedroom $760/ month utilities included. Sim- coe and Mill area, small quiet apartment building. Call for appointment (905)579-9890. COURTICE large 2-bedroom apartment, one car parking. Must be quiet, non-smoking, no pets. $800/month plus. Avail. Sept 1st. Call 905-448- 9860 leave message. DUNDAS & GARDEN,legal 3- bdrm, 5 appl., $1025+ share utilities. Avail. Sept 1st. First, last, references. Call 416- 803-4671 HUGE 1-BEDROOM apart- ment, living room, dining room, eat-in kitchen, gas fire- place, separate entrance, laundry, $750 inclusive. Available Sept 1st. Call (905)432–2968. LARGE 2 BEDROOM base- ment apartment in 5-plex. Wilson/King area. $800 +hy- dro. Avail. Sept. 15. 1 bed- room main floor apartment $675 inclusive. Parking, coin laundry. First/last. Avail. Sept. 1st. Call 905-983-6298 LARGE 3-BRDM in 3-plex. Dundas/Brock St., Whitby. Quiet area, close to park. $1,100 monthly inclusive. Avail. October 1st. First/last, references, credit check. No pets. 905-983–9082 NORTHWEST OSHAWA,one bdrm on quiet court, new ap- pliances/fixtures, h/w floors, c/ a, gas f/p, satellite TV, private entrance, laundry. Close to Oshawa Centre. No smoking/ pets. $750 inclusive, First/ last. Suitable for mature working person. 905-728– 4920 OSHAWA - SHORT OXFORD, TWO - 2 bedroom in quiet building, living room, dining room, monthly rent $865 in- clusive. No dogs please. September 1st. Call 905-721- 2232. OSHAWA - PARK/HILLSIDE One bedroom, top floor of house, Newly renovated. Separate entrance, single per- son preferred. No pets/non smoker. $600 plus hydro. lst/ last. References. Two bed- room, main floor, decorated, separate entrance, profes- sional couple preferred. No pets/non smoker, $825 plus 1/ 2 hydro. lst/last, references. (905) 442–1056 OSHAWA,clean cozy 1 bed- room, upper floor of house, parking & utilities included, avail Oct. 1, $650 per month fist/last, call after 7pm. Chris or Theresa. 905-404–0820 OSHAWA, spacious, quiet, 2 bedroom apt. in small clean building, freshly painted, parking, laundry. $725 plus hydro. Avail. Sept. 1st. Call (905) 434–9844. OSHAWA 1-BEDROOM 900- sq-ft apt. located near Oshawa Centre in raised sidesplit house 5 appliances garage private entrance and yard. No pets please. Suitable for non- smoking couple. $900/month. 905-434–4508. PICKERING, HWY 2/DIXIE Large 1-bdrm basement. Clean, bright, private en- trance, laundry, parking. Avail. Sept. 1st. $795 inclusive. No smoking/pets. Female pre- ferred. 905-831-6311 PICKERING - EXECUTIVE home, new basement apart- ment, parking, all inclusive working person preferred, $800. lst/last. Avail. imme- diately. Call (905)420-8376 PICKERING - TWO BEDROOM basement apartment available Sept. lst No smoking/no pets. $900 all inclusive. lst/last, references. (905)427–7255 PICKERING NEAR WHITES Rd. Large one bedroom base- ment apartment. 4 piece bath, washer, dryer, parking. First/ last, no pets/smoking. Sept 1 $800 month inclusive. 905- 839–0371. PICKERING walk-out base- ment, 2-bdrms, 2 baths, brand new, one of a kind, Must See! Avail. immediately. Call Usha or Agam 905-831-7673. PICKERING,1 bedroom basement apt, with walk-out, laundry facilities, parking, $800, call Roger Crevelle at 905-619–2655. PICKERING,1865 Glenanna Rd., 3 bedroom apts., close to shopping, schools, daycare, GO. 4 appliances, heating, air, carpeted, large suites, From $1100. Avail. immed. call 905-831–1250. PICKERING, FAIRPORT/HWY 2, 1-bedroom apartment for rent September 1st. $750/ month. Non-smoker, no pets. Shared laundry, separate en- trance, references please. Call (905)831–9388 PICKERING, Whites/401. Large modern 2-bdrm, a/c basement apt. Separate en- trance, high ceilings, full kitchen/bath. Suit single non- smoker, no pets. $850 includ- ing utilities & cable. First/last, references. 905-509–1128 PORT UNION/401,clean bright, 2 bedroom basement, adults preferred. Parking, ca- ble, laundry, non smokers, no pets. $900 inclusive. (416) 471–1984 RITCHIE/HWY#2 new 1 bed- room basement suite, bright, hardwood floors, 4 pc. bath w/ jacuzzi, kitchenette, parking, separate entrance. Avail. Sept. 1. $800 including utilities. Please leave message 416- 241-8515 WHITBY-OSHAWA area, fur- nished bachelor in-house, air, cable private entrance, park- ing, $650, first/last, suits col- lege student or quiet single working male, non-smoker, no dogs, references, 905-438– 1935. SIMCOE ST. N.,Oshawa, lux- ury 3 bedroom, air, 5 ap- pliances, $1,425. per mo. Available Oct. lst. Call (905) 571–3760 VICTORIAN MANSION, large, sunny upper 1 bedroom apart- ment in Olde Whitby. Near downtown, amenities and Go station. Available Oct. lst. For more information (905) 697- 8476. PICKERING-WEST 1 bedroom brand new bright executive walkout, 2 private entrances. 5 new appliances, forest view, $1095/mth includes utilities. No pets/smoking, female pre- ferred. Oct. 1st. Call 905-509- 2708 WESTSHORE/BAYLY - Sunny 1-bdrm basement apt, sepa- rate entrance, full kitchen, 4pc bath, laundry. No smokers, no pets, $700/monthly inclusive. Avail. immediately. First & last. 905-839-3269 WHITBY - 2 Bedroom. Avail- able for October. lst. $840 all inclusive except. cable. Of- fice hours 9-5pm Monday-Fri- day & 6pm-8pm Monday - Thursday (905)665–7543. WHITBY THICKSON/ROSS- LAND 1 bedroom quiet area, upper floor, separate entrance, utilities, a/c, included. No smokers, no pets preferred. $700/month. Call (905)434– 1066 WHITBY BRIGHT CLEAN 2- bedroom main floor apartment in triplex, Brock/401 in quiet neighbourhood walk to GO & bus. No smoking/pets. $1050 plus hydro, 905-666–8787. WHITBY bright/clean open concept furnished apt. Suit- able for quiet non-smoking professional. $165/wk inclu- sive. Desirable location Rossland/Garden. First month & references required. Avail. immediately. Call 905-666- 8431 WHITBY DOWNTOWN 1 BEDroom basement apart- ment. Kitchen, own laundry, parking. $700 per month plus utilities. No smoking/pets. September 1st. (416) 910- 6316. WHITBY, ANDERSON & Brock, main floor, 3-bedroom, air, garage, private backyard, cul-de-sac, newly decorated, 4 appliances, $950 plus 2/3 utilities. References, First/last. Available Sept. 1st or. Call (905)655-1081. WHITBY,Taunton/Anderson. Bachelor basement, full kitch- en & bath, private entrance/ laundry, parking, $650 inclu- sive. ALSO 3-bdrm upper lev- el of house, 2.5 baths, one w/ Jacuzzi, f/p, main floor laun- dry. $1,100 + 60% utilities Both with c/a, c/v. Avail. im- mediately. 905-655–0095 or 647-281-6892 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 A LUXURY PENTHOUSE con- do. 3 bdrms, 2 full baths, air, laundry, clean, quiet, lake- view, close to Rouge GO sta- tion. Must rent. $1,250 inclu- sive. Avail Sept 1. (416)694– 8522 LUXURY ONE BEDROOM condominium in Rossland Garden area. 9 ft. ceilings, maple kitchen, living room, dining room, laundry room, 4 appliances, available Dec. lst. lst/last, $975. Call (905) 430- 4682. OSHAWA 2-BEDROOM condo in McLaughlin Square, pool, sauna, etc., $1000/month all inclusive. First/last months required. Available Imme- diately. Call (905)434–6047 Houses For Rent185 A-ABA-DABA-DO, OWN YOUR OWN HOME! 6 months free! From $550/month OAC, up to $6,000 cash back to you, $30,000+ 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, kencollis@sympatico.ca 3 BEDROOM BOWMANVILLE convenient location. 5 ap- pliances, $l,l00 plus utilities. First/last, no smoking/'pets, credit +personal references. Available August 31. (905) 263-4792. 3+1 BDRM semi in quiet Oshawa neighborhood. Eat-in kitchen, gas forced air, a/c, c/ v, hardwood floors, private well-maintained backyard. Near park & schools. $1400+ utilities. Avail. Sept 1. Call Suzanne 905-721–8607. Ref- erences a must. FOUR BEDROOM semi-de- tached home, four appliances, fire place, close to all ameni- ties. Liverpool/Finch area. $1300 plus utilities. Available Oct. 1st. No Pets. (905)-509– 1755. AN UNBEATABLE DEAL!From $500. down, own your own home. Carries for less than rent. OAC. 24 hrs free record- ed message 905-728-1069 ext 277. Coldwell Banker RMR Real Estate. Aurelia Rasanu. AJAX - 2-bdrm, 2 level 1,500sq.ft., gas f/p, a/c, park- ing, walk-out w/fenced yard, alarm system, 5 appliances, Available immediately. No smoking/pets. (905)426-1015 AJAX - BRAND NEW!Just Built! Three bedroom semi detached near lake, $1,875 per month plus utilities No pets/smoking. Available Sep- tember lst Call Michelle (905)683–1790 AJAX NEAR LAKE immaculate 3+1 bdrm, 4 level sidesplit, professional/executive family, hardwood/stone floors, family room with fireplace, walkout to deck, large yard with 2-level deck, built-in pond/gas BBQ, hot-tub, finished rec room with wet bar, 9 appliances avail. Unfurnished $2800/month plus utilities or fully furnished ne- gotiable, first/last references, no smoking no pets. Available Sept 1. 647-280-4074 AJAX, GREAT LOCATION, main floors of detached house, 3-bdrms, eat-in kitch- en, walk-out deck, applianc- es, garage, $1,150/month + 80% utilities. No pets/ smokers, 1st/last/references, credit check. October 1st. 905-509-1437. CENTRAL OSHAWA - 3 bed- room house, $875 per month plus hydro and water. Avail- able September lst. (905) 404–0818 CENTRAL OSHAWA,3-bed- room, detached garage, fresh- ly renovated, parking, $1200 monthly. ALSO 1 bdrm. down- town $650 inclusive. First/last. Available immediately. Call (905)706–2631 EAST SHORE 3 bedroom bun- galow. Close to lake & GO. 6 appliances, air, parking, $1250 +utilities, first/last, ref- erences. Avail. now. Call 905- 420-1688 OSHAWA/WHITBY - 3 bed- room, 2 storey house, finished basement, 5 appliances, cen- tral air/vac, fireplace, close to all amenities. $1200 plus utili- ties. available Oct. 1 first/last. Reference/Credit Check. No Pets. 905-723–7124. SOUTH OSHAWA, 3-bed- room, 2 full baths, completely renovated, near schools & shopping. $1000 monthly plus utilities. Available Sept. 1st. first/last, good references re- quired. No pets. Call (905)435–1018. WHITBY 3 BEDROOM HOUSE Brock Rd. south near 401. 4 appliances, garage, yard. $1200 plus utilities, no smok- ing/pets. September 1st. (416) 910-6316. Townhouses For Rent190 AJAX - 3 BEDROOM town- house, rec room, 4 applianc- es, garage, air conditioning, $1250. plus gas and hydro. No pets. Available Sept. lst. Leave message. (416) 938- 8070. OSHAWA, BE A part of a community in a community. Now accepting applicants for 2 & 3 bedroom townhouses at Hillcrest Heights. Contact Ken (905)576–9299. Housing Wanted191 WORKING COUPLE looking for accommodations in the Durham Region area. Parking for 2 vehicles needed, prefer separate entrance, both are smokers, they have a cat. References are available. Please call (905) 985-5478. Rooms For Rent & Wanted192 $400/MONTH, first/last. Ma- ture working female preferred. Cable, laundry, phone includ- ed. Share kitchen, no pets/no smoking, no parking. Refer- ences. Pickering Beach Rd./ Hwy. 2 Ajax. 905-619-0999 WHITBY- ROOMS available immediately in new home. $475 +$530 inclusive of utili- ties, also cable laundry, new appliances, full share of home First/last, references. Call (905)259-2569 2 ROOMS FOR RENT,suit- able for Durham College stud- ents. Closest property to col- lege. $450/month. Available immediately. Call (905)728– 3036 or 416-996-1641 NORTH AJAX -large well fur- nished room in private home. Queen sized bed, 27 ' TV, ca- ble, central air, kitchen laun- dry facilities, no smoking/ pets, avail Sept. 1. 905-686– 3437 AJAX-Harwood /Kingston Rd., Spacious clean room, in private home, laundry , cable inclusive, available imme- diately-(416) 826–0340. LIVERPOOL /KINGSTON Rd., in townhouse, avail. immed, female preferred, working or student, kitchen, laundry, ca- ble, non smoker, must have own phone, $500 month inclu- sive. 905-839–8682 PICKERING - BROCK/HWY#2 large home, opposite bus stop, basement room, new, large closet, cable, all facili- ties. (No parking) $400/month, available Sept. 1st. Call 905- 619–1930. PICKERING -near 401 & bus route, 2 furnished large bed- rooms (cable +phone), kitchen & laundry facilities. $550 each utilities included. Non- smokers. Sept. 1. 905-831- 9784 ROOM FOR RENT in East Oshawa. Private 3 pc. bath. Laundry +cable included. Avail. Sept. 1. Ideal for pro- fessional or college student. Absolutely no smokers or pets. $115/week. Phone 905- 721-0601 WHITBY,large furnished rooms, share facilities with one other, $450 & $500 per month all inclusive, No smoking/pets, Available im- mediately, call 905- 665–8462 WILSON & OLIVE area, fully furnished room, share kitchen & bath, air, $400 month, first & last required. Avail. immed. call 905-579–1896 or cell 416- 984-8147. Shared Accommodation194 COURTICE TOWNHOUSE - All inclusive, laundry, satellite, phone, parking, near buses, private fridge, internet, non- smoker, student or working. First/last. Avail. Immed. $470. Call 905-438–3738. PICKERING BUNGALOW to share. $360 inclusive, use of kitchen, bath and laundry. Non-smoker and single. Call Ken 416-574-0233. SHARE HOUSE with profes- sional. 4 pc. bath, a/c, minutes to 401, free parking, cable, laundry. $450. Avail- able immediately. Ravine lot in Courtice. 905-579-5202 SOUTH AJAX,full house to share. Mature female pre- ferred, non-smoker. Must like small dogs. Parking. October 1st. $450/month, first/last. Call (905)428–6792 Vacation Properties200 GREAT FISHING and family holiday Rice Lake. One hour from Oshawa. Modern cottag- es. Playground, sandy beach, low prices. Available August & September weekly. (705)696-2601 Sunnymead Cottages Rentals Outside Canada205 CLEARWATER, FLORIDA, 2-3 bedroom furnished manufac- tured homes. 85º pool, 105º hot tub, minutes to beaches and major attractions, NHL Hockey, NFL football, Blue Jay/Yankee Baseball. Child- ren welcome. Photos. $275/ week. (905)683–5503. Cottages For Rent209 CABINS, TRAILER SITES, camping, great beach and fishing on Indian River. Very reasonable rates. 10 min. east of Peterborough. (705)295– 4848 KAWARTHAS Disappear this September for a week/wee- kend in deluxe cedar lake- front cottage. Enjoy swim- ming, fishing, canoeing, hik- ing in relaxing atmosphere. From $210 wknd/$565 weekly. www.bluemountainlodge.ca (705)877–2159 WATERFRONT COTTAGE 2 bedroom, on Bay of Quinte, Napanee, fully equipped, gas bbq, boat and motor available. No pets. Phone (613) 354– 5199. 2-3-4 BR COTTAGES, still available in beautiful family park, located in Campbellford for Labour Day weekend, September and October. Heated pool, rental boats, rec. hall, store, beach, playground. Call regarding fall specials 705-653-1317 or www.wood- landestate.com Recreation Vehicles212 COLEMAN TRAILER SALES Canada's #1 Selling Camper at Canada's largest volume Coleman Dealer. HOLIDAY WORLD RV CENTRE 3 1/2 kms North of Brooklin on Hwy #12 (Baldwin St.) 905-655- 8176 Campers, Trailers,Sites215 1973 TRAILER FOR SALE. Excellent condition. Canvas only 3 years old. $800 O.B.O. Call 905-697-8112. 1976 CORSAIR TRAILER, good condition, new uphol- stery, sleeps 6, 3 piece bath, fridge, stove, and furnace. 20ft. sunroom attached $4500 or best offer. Call (905)668– 2894 87 COLEMAN 8' tent trailer, "mint condition", sleeps 6, 2 burner stove, 3-way fridge, awning, bike rack. $3400 o.b.o. Pickering. Call (905)831–7362 Boats & Supplies232 16 FT.FIBERGLASS RUN- ABOUT, 60 HP merc., E/Z loader trailer, $2,600. 905- 809-1525. 2 1991 YAMAHA Waverun- ners, excellent running condi- tion, safety equipment includ- ed, on double trailer. $4400 OBO. Call 905-430-8530 FOR SALE - 2 SEA-DOO'S 95 & 96, both run super fast and clean, also comes with dual galvanized steel trailer, win- terized yearly. Must see! $8,000 OBO. 1-877-818-9606, 9 am - 5 pm ask for Jesse or Delon 905-619-1081 after 5 pm. Pools & Supplies234 PAY 2003 0% INTEREST - Kayak Woody Pools from $3,995. 4 or 5 ft. depth avail- able, 25 year warranty. Phone 1-800-668-7564, or website: www.kayakpools.on.ca Tutoring Service279 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. NEW DANBY bar fridges, $139 and up. Also variety of new appliances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Reconditioned fridges $195 / up, reconditioned ranges $125/ up, reconditioned dry- ers $125 / up, reconditioned washers $199 / up, new and reconditioned coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New brand name fridges $480 and up, new 30" ranges with clock and window $430. Reconditioned 24" rang- es 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. 12'X24' ABOVE GROUND pool, cover, chlorinator & ac- cessories included. 6'x24' deck, $2800 o.b.o. New bike helmet. Moving Sale Sat. Aug 10th. Ask for Angela (905)434–5890. 12.5HP SEARS Riding tractor, 42" cut. $600; 16hp Yardman, 44" cut $600; 10hp Mastercraft 34" cut $500. Call(705) 328–2212.snp 15' ROUND above ground pool, 42' high with extra brand new skimmer, pail of chlorine pucks, $650. 87 Lincoln Cont. can be restored $650., Ateva computer, scanner, printer &desk $900. Full size fiberglass pick-up Box cover $450. (905) 697–9092. ANTIQUE MAHOGANY cabi- net with "Secretary drawer", 45"w x 72"h, very unique $700. Call 905-728–9624. 8 PC. WOODEN kitchen set; 6 pc. wooden diningroom set; built-in Maytag dishwasher; Kenmore stove; microwave with stand. Call 905-579-3482 A-1 CARPETS!CARPETS! CARPETS! 30 yds. commer- cial carpet installed with pre- mium pad from $285. Or 30 yds. of Berber carpet installed with premium pad starting from $375. We will beat any competitors written prices by up to 10%. Free shop at home service, servicing Oshawa to Cobourg area. SAILLIAN CAR- PETS 905-373-2260. A/C UNIT $35; 5 pc. dining set $40; TV unit $30; toddler bed $20; kids bed+mattress $50; queen bedroom set $50. Call Cameron 905-427-8497 PINBALLS, POOL TABLES, Video games for sale or rent. Ideal for Stags, Jack & Jill, Corporate parties, Bar Mitz- vahs, Birthday Parties etc. Call 905-438–1162 PIANO/CLOCK SALE Back to school sale, starts Aug.`19, all new 2002 models of Roland digital pianos, Samick pianos. All Howard Miller clocks. Large selection of used pianos (Yamaha, 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.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. Amazing Electronics, 601 Dundas St. W. Whitby. Call (905)665–7732. ANTIQUE 3 drawer dresser circa 1840, hardcarved moustache drawer pulls. Valued at $1,100. 905-372-6082. ANTIQUE European server, "H" frame, solid oak with burled chestnut inlays, 2 cupboards, 2 drawers, half columns, truly beautiful piece, private sale only, no dealers. Asking $2500. Call (905)655–5569 af- ter 4pm. 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 Sick of RENTING? 1st Time Buyer? Professional Renter? Honest Answers....! Professional Advice...! To “Own” Your Next Home! 1-800-840-6275 Office905-432-7200Ability R. E.Direct Line 905-571-6275 Mark Stapley Sales Rep. OSHAWA Family Bldg., Large 2 & 3 B/R units. $765 & $875 Utilities in- cluded. Easy access to schools, shopping. For appt. call (905) 721-8741 OSHAWA VERY SPACIOUS 1, 2 & 3 bdrm. apts. Close to schools, shopping centre, Go Station. Utilities included. Senior Discounts Call (905)728-4993 PICKERING GO/LAKE Nice 1bed. ask $660/mo. Nice quiet bsmt. apt. Suits single non-smoker. Rent includes util., sep. entr. parking, cable, laundry. New paint, soundproofed. Available Immediately Art: 905-420-3751 FRIENDS WANTED To take over gift shop and cafe in Ajax. If you cook/bake and have a friend who loves crafts and gift ware, this is a great opportunity. Call Ann (905) 619–6555 AVON Sales Representatives Wanted ✧Free gift Call Today Heidi 905-509–1163 EXPERIENCED PREPER REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY for busy body shop in Whitby FAX RESUME TO 905-430-2208 WAITRESSES & WAITERS with experience.F/T including weekends Bring resume in person to:Joe's Cafe & Billiards 2200 Brock Rd., Pickering After 11:00 a.m. TAXI DRIVERS wanted Full Time & Part Time also DISPATCHER Part Time. (905)427-1000 Call Mon. - Fri. SUPERINTENDENT COUPLE 85-suite apartment building. South Oshawa. Duties include cleaning, repairs and maintenance rent collection and leasing. Experience or skills required. Please fax resume to 416-485-7859 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, August 21, 2002 PAGE B7 A/P 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help Due to expanding service hours and an increase in service business we are in need of a few good people to continue to serve our valued customers. We have openings for the following positions: “CLASS A TRANSMISSION MECHANIC” Minimum 3 years GM Experience & training (we offer up to $31.00 per flat rate hour) “CLASS A GENERAL MECHANIC” GM Experience & Training Preferred, but will train proper candidate. “SERVICE CASHIER” We are willing to train an individual with basic bookkeeping knowledge and an understanding of the meaning of ‘Customer Service’. We can offer a comprehensive benefit package, ongoing professional training, in a friendly, safe, team atmosphere. In exchange we ask for quality work and professionalism. Please send your résumé and a handwritten cover letter to: Jim Heffering or Tony Budkowski 140 Bond St,. W., Oshawa, Ont. L1H 7L8 We thank you for your interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Ontario Motor Sales is an equal opportunity employer. CHEVROLET • OLDSMOBILE CADILLAC • CHEVY TRUCKS A family owned & operated business serving Oshawa for 77 Years. GARAGE DOOR COMPANY REQUIRES EXPERIENCED INSTALLER/TECHNICIANS for Whitby•Pickering•Ajax•Oshawa Area's Residential Commercial Industrial Dodd's is a leading overhead garage door company which undertakes work across the GTA Join our growing team, either as a sub-contractor if you own your own truck or as a full time employee & take advantage of our generous benefits package which includes: • Highest pay scale in the industry • Health care plan • New & latest trucks & equipment • Uniform allowance PLEASE CALL DAVE AT 905-508-6277 OR FAX RESUME TO 905-508-6279 RECEPTIONIST/CASHIER Whitby Oshawa Honda requires an intelligent accurate articulate computer- literate individual for Monday to Thursday 4:45 to 9 and Saturday 9 to 5. Duties to include: Switchboard, data entry, cash, as well as various office duties. Pay $7/hour. Apply with resume and references to: 1110 Dundas St. East Whitby or fax to: (905) 666-4571 Email: hondaone@idirect.com 525 Office Help 525 Office Help ACCOUNTANT NASCO CANADA is a leading wholesaler of welding, industrial and safety supplies. We are presently seeking an Accountant to join our team in Pickering. The ideal candidate must possess excellent computer skills along with a minimum of 5 years general accounting experience. Experience in A/R collections, government remittances and payroll would be a definite asset. Competitive salary and benefits offered. Please forward resume to: Fax 905-427-4230 or email: donna.stead@nasco-inc.com EXPERIENCED SALES PERSON REQUIRED Apply to: Al Crocker by fax or email only, Email: al.crocker@owasco.com FAX (905)668-9734 OWASCO 530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents Prepare for industry certification in Dental Chairside Assistant (905) 723-1163 Oshawa Centre Starts Sept. 3 , 2 0 0 2 Starts Sept. 3 , 2 0 0 2 419 King Street W. Oshawa Centre Train for an exciting and creative career in the dental health field, helping people and making a difference. Program Overview: • Anatomy & Histology • Pharmacology • Radiology (H.A.R.P.) • Preventive Dentistry • and more Apply for a position in: • General or Specialized Practice • Public Health • Dental Sales & Administration 525 Office Help 525 Office Help 525 Office Help 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental BUSINESSES WANTED We are interested in growing our business into new areas by acquisitions or partner- ships. If you have a Durham Region / Northumberland County area business that would benefit from more promotion, we may be interested in talking with you. Our interest is primarily, but not restricted to, businesses in the areas of publishing, distribution, printing, customer fulfillment, consumer and trade shows, and advertising agencies. Please write to: File #825, c/o Oshawa This Week PO Box 481, Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 or email:businesswanted911@hotmail.com describing the nature of your business with addresses / phone numbers to contact you. We will only contact businesses of interest. 160 Business Opportunities 160 Business Opportunities 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 510 General Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help 100 Houses For Sale 150 Office & Business Space 185 Houses For Rent 209 Cottages For Rent AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES HANK'S APPLIANCES. BRAND NEW AIR CONDI- TIONERS $299/UP, (2YR WARRANTY. Air Conditioners & Dehumidifiers $99/up. Matching fridge/stove, good condition $249; Washers reg/ extra-cap $149/up. Dryers ex- tra/reg $125/up. Selection apt.- size washers/dryers. Selec- tion 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 Simcoe St.S. Mon-Fri 8-6pm, Sat 9- 5pm, Sun 11-4pm. (905)728- 4043. 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 ATTENTION: COLLEC- TORS!Over 300 collectible DOLLS and one-of-a-kind CLOWNS on display for sale in private collection. Call 905- 668-6902 evenings. Serious enquiries only, please 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 BERNHARDT-Excellent con- dition blonde solid oak enter- tainment unit, coffee table + sofa table, set $1600. Estheti- tian bed, trolley, lamp, nail technician table w/chairs $1000. Call 905-666-9585 CARPETS, LAMINATE and VINYL SALE. 3 rooms, 32sq. yds. for $339 including prem- ier underpad and installation. Laminate $2.39sq. ft. Click System. Residential, com- mercial, customer satisfaction guaranteed. Free Estimate. Mike 905-431-4040. 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. MIKE'S SERVICE FLOORING - Carpets, laminate and vinyl. Carpet 3 rooms, 30 sq. yds. $339 with padding. Commer- cial carpets including premi- er underpad and professional installation. Sub floor vinyl/ carpet repairs. Customer sat- isfaction guaranteed. Free Es- timate. Call 905-428-6764 CARPETS:Brand new, resi- dential $1.50/ft installed with pad; commercial $0.99/ft in- stalled; many choices, pro- fessional installation, quality guaranteed, best price. Free estimates. Call Clyde 416- 803-2818 CHERRY LUMBER,1000 board feet, 1" x various widths, air-dried indoors 12 years, $1.50-2.50 per bdft. 905-623-8818 ComputerDeals.Net (www) Back to school specials P-4 Tower of Power $799. Tons of off-lease laptops from $499. Dell monitors $89. P-2 Inter- net starter $399. We love do- ing upgrades & difficult re- pairs. (905)655–3661. DINING TABLE, 6 chairs & leaf; 9 drawer & 4 drawer dressers; two 2 drawer night tables; double bed; lazyboy chair; 3 livingroom tables; stove 905-697-9420 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 SUITE,by Deilcraft, solid oak, 1970's, 6 side & 2 arm chairs, padded seats & backs, trestle table with 2 leaves, buffet, hutch. asking $4000. Call (905)655– 0489 after 4pm DININGROOM SUITE, Kroehl- er, dark cherry. Large table w/ 6 padded chairs including 2 arm chairs, buffet & hutch w/4 glass doors. Mint condition. $3,300. Call 905-668–0640 SATELLITE SERVICES. Call Les (905)430–9214 SATELLITE SYSTEMS - Re- pair Services Available. Acti- vation and 3M available. Call 905-728–9670 Kirk Satellite Services. FOR SALE GENERAL ELEC- TRIC fridge and stove 4 years old $250 each or Best offer 905-421–9378 FREEZER, APARTMENT SIZE $50. Organ Yamaha portable $50. 905-426–9091. GOLF CLUB TITLEIST DRIVER mdl# 975J, left handed, like new. Cost $575 will sell $450, used twice. 905-426–2146. LOOKING FOR LOCATIONS to share high profits on pool ta- bles, golden T's, video games, jukeboxes, counter tops, etc. Do you have a bar, restaurant, laundromat, pizza parlor, donut shop or similar business? Give us a call! Do you already have an operator on-site? We can offer more! Call 905-438-1162 LUIGI'S FURNITURE - now located at 500 King Street West, still across from Osha- wa Centre ( 4 doors west of the old Red Barn), Royal Bank Plaza. "Back to School" futon saleabration on now at our new location offering below wholesale prices on all mer- chandise from Palliser leather to Simmons mattresses to the wide variety of futons that are always in stock. Futons from $165., coil spring mattresses from $89., Simmons "Do not disturb" pocket coil queen sets from $849/set. Large se- lection of Palliser leather, sale priced for quick clearance. Palliser 6 piece oak bedroom suites from $l,699 complete. Rocker recliners $399., wing chairs 1/2 off - $499, all leath- er chairs with oak base and ottoman $499., wall units and entertainment centres from $399. Too many items to list them all. Prices have been slashed on all in store mer- chandise. If you haven't seen the new store - check us out first, our prices can't be beat! Luigi's Furniture, 500 King Street West, Oshawa (905) 436-0860. MUST SELL, OAK DINING Room set, seat 10, incl. 2 captains chairs & 2 serving/ buffet tables-$2500; green leather sofa-$500, brass wall unit-$100. Call (905)-436-7425 after 6p.m. NEC ELECTRA PHONE SYS- TEM, 40 voice mailboxes, conference, ID battery backup, 8 phone sets hand-free, other features. Firm has outgrown. Cost $8,995. Assume pay- ments $123.50/month, 31 payments left. For more infor- mation call 905-985–0712 NEED A COMPUTER?- Don't have cash? The original IBM PC, just $1 a day...no money down! Unlimited AOL and in- terest Free for 1 year! The Buck a Day Co. 1-800-772- 8617 www.buckaday.com NURSES UNIFORMS for sale. 600 King St. E. at Wilson Rd, Oshawa (A&P Plaza) Rubi 905-579-0246 Fri & Sat PENTIUM II-300 computer, 64Mb Ram, floppy, CD, 56k modem, kbd/spkrs/mouse, $250; 15" monitor $75. Pool table 4.5'x9' solid oak turned legs, cherry stained, 1" slate, leather pockets, accessories $2500. 905-439-4789. 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 905-706-2843 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com Visa, MC, Amex. PLAYSTATION MOD CHIPS PS1 basic chip $35; Stealth chip $60; PS2 $95; Inquire about our games in stock. All work guaranteed. Install while you wait. Beatrice/Wilson area (905)721-2365 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. ROUND to OVAL Pedestal table w/claw feet, china cabi- net w/leaded doors, pot lights, 4 pressback chairs $2,700 o.b.o.; Buffet, table w/3 leafs, 6 chairs $1,700 o.b.o. Both good condition. 905-728- 9067 SAMSUNG FLAT SCREEN TV'S 27", 20" and DVD player all fur just $999 or a $1 a day...no money down! The Buck A Day Co. 1-800-332- 8318, www.buckaday.com SATELLITE SERVICES Call 905-424–8615. 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 NO PST/NO GST SALE - NOW ON! WE have expanded our showroom and have filled it with exciting New Designs in Solid Wood Bedrooms, Dining Rooms and Entertainment Units...We have a large selec- tion available, and if you don't see what you are looking for, we will build to your specifi- cations.... Let Traditional Woodworking be your own personal FURNITURE MAK- ER. We have been building quality solid wood furniture in the Durham Region for 27 years... We pride ourselves on being able to take your ideas/ plans and turn them into reali- ty. 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 Sub- stitute for Quality"..Traditional Woodworking.... 115 North Port Road (South off Reach Road), Port Perry. 905-985- 8774. www. traditionalwoodworking.on.ca 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. STORAGE TRAILERS AND storage containers, 24 ft. & 22 ft.. Call 905-430-7693. WASHER & DRYER Kenmore, heavy duty, $250 for the pair. 905-831–3854. ZAK'S CARPETS, excellent prices on carpets and in- stallation. Call 905-260–8855 Articles Wanted315 WILL PAY CASH for your un- wanted video games & sys- tems. Looking for all titles and systems. Pick up available. For more info call Oliver 905- 432-2855 or email: game- xchangers@hotmail.com Vendors Wanted316 Firewood330 KOZY HEAT FIREWOOD,ex- cellent very best quality hard- wood, guaranteed extra long time fully seasoned, (ready to burn) cut & split Honest measurement, free delivery, 905-753-2246. FREE FIREWOOD - Broken woodskids and pallets. Deliv- ery available Oshawa Whitby/ Ajax Pickering area. 905-434- 0392. (snp) Pet, Supplies Boarding370 DACHSHUNDS miniature long haired, puppies, CKC regis- tered, red, black and tans, sil- ver or cream dapples. Co- bourg, 905-372-8226. Cars For Sale400 1940 PONTIAC COUP,350 Chev engine, tonker intake manifold (Edelbrock), 650 double pump holley carbure- tor, turbo 350 3speed auto transmission, fatman fabrica- tion front suspension with coil over shocks/springs, Mustang ll rack & pinion steering. Ask- ing $16,000. call Phil 905-404- 0881 1986 FORD TOPAZ, 100,000km, white, auto, 4- door, $1200. Call 905-725- 7298 1987 TAURUS GL station- wagon V6 auto loaded, 228k, runs great $575. 905-429- 8585, 905-436-6763 1989 JAGUAR SOVEREIGN, silver, V6, nicest one between Toronto & Montreal. Only 112,000kms, immaculate condition, stored winters, hand washed only. Full leather interior, sunroof, woodgrain dash/console, heated seats/ mirrors, plenty of extra toys, Looks/drives like a dream! Only $9,900. (905)623–1043 evenings or weekends 1991 EAGLE TALON,4 cyl., 5 speed standard, black, 208,000 kil., as is $3,000 or best offer. (905) 434–0392 1991 FORD ESCORT LX 4 door, 4 speed, 4 cyl., 140k, A/ C, runs excellent, $1200. Also, 1991 Escort, 4 door, automat- ic, 198k, excellent running, loaded. $1000. Private 905- 404-8541 1991 PLYMOUTH COLT 2 door, 1.5L, white, auto trans, hatchback, 169,780kms, $2300 certified or BO. Call Mike after 6pm 905-697-9975 1991 PONTIAC SUNBIRD 4- cylinder, automatic, 2-door, excellent condition, no rust, very clean, economical, runs and drives great. Certified/ emissions / 6-month, 10,000km warranty included. $2995 deal (905) 718-5032 1992 BONNEVILLE SSE1, su- percharged, brown leather, sunroof, fully loaded, new transmission, nice car, $3,400. OBO call Taylor, 905- 438–8552 1994 sundance, $2,999. 1994 Voyageur 7 seater, $2,999. 1991 Cavalier $2,699. 4 other cars under $1,699. Over 15 cars and trucks. Certifed and e-tested. (Kelly and Sons, (905) 683-7301 or (905) 428- 1879 after 6 p.m. 1996 GRAND MARQUIS LS leather seats, chrome rims, 139,000 kils., must sell, $9,000 or best offer. Certified and E-tested. Telephone (905)-668–2890. 1995 BUICK LESABRE custom V6, 4 dr., a nice riding car in excellent condition, e-tested & certified, 121,000km. Asking $7,500. Call (905)213–8695 1995 CHRYSLER INTREPID - 168,882 kms., fully loaded, blue/teal exterior, grey interi- or, floor shift automatic trans- mission with console. Call Doug at 905-377-1725. 1996 PONTIAC GRAND AM, 3.1L V6, 111,000kms, p.w., p.l., p.trunk. tilt, air, cruise, keyless entry, am/fm stereo, $8700. Call (905)725–0928. 1998 Pontiac Sunfire GTS, immaculate, white, 2.4 ltr., 4 dr., auto, CD, power-locks, windows, mirrors. Keyless, air, spoiler, Alloy wheels, cruise. 65,000kms, Asking $10,499 call 905-686–9208. 1999 TAURUS SE WAGON, V-6 automatic, power steering, power doors, cruise, 56,600- kms, beige, excellent condi- tion. $12,999. Will certify & drive clean 905-839-4784 2000 HONDA CIVIC SE silver, dark grey interior, 50,000kms, 2-door coupe, air, keyless en- try, CD player, asking $14,750. Call Jennifer or Brent 905-435-0258 88 CADILLAC SEVILLE SE 4-dr 4.5L, Carriage top, loaded, excl cond, no rust, $1200-obo 91 GrandAm 4-door 4-cyl auto 180k excellent cond $775. 905-404-8541 89 CHEV CORSICA V6 looks good needs work $250. 905- 839–8605 DREAM MACHINE 1976 Dat- sun 280Z for sale. Orig. bronze colour, 66000 miles, 4spd. inline 6cyl. Very good cond., new paint job, tires. Pleasure to drive. Appraisal available. Cert. Asking $5000 OBO call 705-277-3281 local to Oshawa. 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 1989 FORD F150 truck, 5 speed, V8, less than 100,000 miles, completely tuned up, 4 new tires, all new brakes, new exhaust, emission tested and certified, $3,450. 905-373- 4368. 1997 DODGE RAM 1500, 318 automatic, excellent, non- smoker. $9500. 1-705-328- 2212.snp 1998 FORD F150,124,000 km., cap, box liner, new tires, towing package, automatic, 4.6, v-8, fully loaded. Certified and emissions tested. $15,900. 1-705-786-0550 2000 GMC 1/2 ton pick up, 4 speed uto, QCC p255 tires, firm ride, air conditioning, am/ fm stereo, cloth seats, box liner and tonneau, oiled every year from Krown rust, less than 9000km yes you read correct less than 9000km Asking $22,500. Call Phil 905- 404-0881. 71 DODGE 318 truck motor & auto transmission $150 ex- cellent running condition. 905- 571-7207 Trucks Wanted415 WANTED - 1966-71 JEEP parts. V6 Buick 225 engine, oil bath air cleaner assembly. Call 905-721-2844 snp Vans/ 4-Wheel Dirve420 1989 GMC, 7 PASSENGER van, recently emission tested & certified. P. captain seats, fully loaded, $4000 o.b.o. Call Frank (905)261–6767 1991 ASTRO LE minivan, 6- cyl automatic, 7-passenger, loaded, runs excellent, no rust, $1450. 1988 PONTIAC 6000, 4-door, automatic, load- ed, low mileage, no rust $875. private 905-436-6763 1992 SAFARI VAN Light blue w/dark blue stripes, excellent condition, very clean, PS, PB, Tilt, cruise control, abs brakes, air, works great. Van has been very well looked af- ter and in great condition. 225,000km cert/emission. Asking $4,500. 905-728-9957 or 905-213-3366 (Shawn or Kim) 1996 PONTIAC TRANSPORT SE, 135,000kms, white, 3.4L V6, auto, abs, air, power windows+doors, keyless en- try, tinted windows, new tires, brakes, 7 passenger, excep- tional condition, $8000. 905- 263-2248 Auto Parts & Repairs440 350 CHEV ENGINE/305 heads, 4 bolt main block, .30 over flattop pistons, performance cam, arp rod bolts, double roller timing chain, high vo- lume oil pump, high perfor- mance fuel pump, low miles, $l,000 firm. Call (905) 438– 0428 Lost and Found265 FREE TO GOOD HOME - Kit- ten, female. Call 905-831– 5445.cnp REWARD Lost - all - black fe- male cat, no collar, thin face, sleek coat, pointy tail, "Spun- kie". Bayly S between Har- wood to Shoal Point. (905) 665-6000 (905) 428-8160. Nannies/ Live-In/Out270 LIVE IN NANNY REQUIRED For 2 Children, 5 & 3 years. Light housework, references required. George 905-686– 8125. Daycare Available273 AFFORDABLE LOVING DAYCARE non-smoking, reliable/experienced, mother of 2. Steps to Glengrove P.S. on St. Anthony Daniels bus/route. Large fenced backyard. Playroom/crafts/outings. Snacks/ lunch. Valley Farm Rd. / Kingston Rd. Near PTC. References. Call Debbie (905) 839–7237 BEFORE SCHOOL,lunch time and after school care for your school aged child. Receipts provided, ref- erences, Southwood Park P.S. area. 905-427–0680. BROCK / MAJOR OAKS Tender lov- ing home daycare for your child on quiet court, fenced yard, playroom. 12 years exp. nursing background, references. 905-683-8934 DAYCARE AVAILABLE,Mon- day-Friday, 3 months & up. Dellbrook & Brock. 18 years experience. TENDER LOVING CARE. Ask for Betty (905)683– 5278. BAYVIEW HEIGHTS SCHOOL Ages 18 Months to Gr. 8. Full or half day kindergarten. Crafts, learning time, hot lunches, snacks, tons of fun. (905)-837–5662. FORMER NANNY with Social Care education available to care for 1 child. Would con- sider special needs child. St. Isaac Jogues student pre- ferred. Call Caroline 905-837- 2695 HARWOOD/HWY #2 AREA. I offer lots of fun and activities for your wee one. Flexible hours, great rates! Tax Re- ceipts! Call Mary at (905)426- 8204. HOME AWAY from home day- care on Delaney in Ajax. Lov- ing mother with ECE degree looking to care for your child 4 and up, servicing Lester B and Alex G. Bell. 14 years experi- ence/first aid and CPR trained. Provides receipts. Call Andrea (905') 619-3138. PICKERING Beach / Rollo: Loving daycare; 18 months to 12 years. Daily outings (fenced backyard and park). Crafts, story time, music, nu- tritious meals & snacks. First Aid, C.P.R. certified. Non- smoking, receipts. 905-428- 1244. RELIABLE DAYCARE -Avail- able in my home, routine, dai- ly outings, hot lunches, & TLC. St. Isacc's Jogues bus route/ Vaughn Willard Public School. St. John's Ambulance Certi- fied. Excellent references. 905-831–4797. ROSEFIELD & FINCH area. Reliable babysitter available. 8 years experience, hot lunches & snacks. Close to schools & parks. Call Teresa 905-839-9277. ROTHERGLEN Road South/ Hwy 2. Close to 401 & Go Lunch/snacks provided, huge backyard, furnished playroom, lots of indoor/outdoor activi- ties, First aid. References available. Sue 905-428-8599. SCHOOL TIME - BROCK RD. 401. I'm Ready Daycare! Quality care and reasonable rates. Don't forget fun! Clean, no pets/smoke. Donna 905- 428–6688. Daycare Wanted274 HOUSEKEEPER/BABYSITTER wanted part-time, $9/hour. Must be willing to do laundry and ironing. Call (905)509–2392 LOVING DAYCARE required in my Pickering home for 1 18 month old, 7:45 to 4:30, Mon. -Fri., experi- enced and non-smoker, references required. Call 905-831–9230. PART-TIME DAYCARE, our home. Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri. 2:00pm-6:00pm. Ages 13mths, 3- 1/2, 5 years. Our son has special needs. Experience with special needs would be an asset, but not necessary. We supply every-thing, you just need to bring your love for children. References, Police check required. Whites/Finch. Beginning early September. Rick or Maureen 905-831-3703 Please no calls after 9:30 pm Registration278 BOWLERS WANTED for Sunday afternoon fun mix 10 pin league. If interested call Dianne (905) 432-5399. Mortgages Loans165 MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any purpose. All applications accepted. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905) 668–6805. CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 100%. From 5.55% for 5 years. Best available rates. Private funds available. Refinancing debt consolidation a specialty. For fast professional service call 905- 666-4986. MONEY PROBLEMS?STOP: judge- ments, garnishments, mortgage foreclosures & harrassing creditor calls. GET: Debt Consolidations, & protection for your assets. Call now: 905-576-3505 MORTGAGES:First, second & third, refinance up to 90%. Comm- ercial loans, Industrial loans, Busi- ness financing, Lines of credit. No matter what the situation we can find financing/ mortgage for you. Call Natasha Demattos Frank'sFund 416-817-6908/905-426-1616. 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For free estimates Call 416-396-3766 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service. 905-428-0081 GARBAGE REMOVAL For PeopleWith Limited Cash Flow Garage is for cars Basement for relaxation Call Joseph (905) 428-7528 or cell (905) 626-6247 AFFORDABLE HOUSECLEANING Thorough cleaning All floors hand washed Jane 905-426–6223 WE'RE HERE TO MAKE YOUR LIFE EASIER Having problems finding time to clean your home? For Professional Home Cleaning, call Helen's Home Services today. (905) 837-0624 Fully insured & bonded $$ MONEY $$ 100% first, second & third mortgages, for any purpose, debt consolidation/ bad credit ok ONTARIO WIDE FINANCIAL CORP. (416) 913–7878 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 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 VENDORS WANTED FOR 20TH ANNIVERSARY MARKHAM HOME SHOW OCTOBER 25-27 Markham Fairgrounds. Prime Booth Space Still Available Call 1-888-211-7288 ext. 227 A/P PAGE B8 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, August 21, 2002 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamregion.com NEED A CAR? Rebuild Your Credit With newstartleasing.com As low as $199 down, $199 /mth. 1-866-570-0045 400 Cars For Sale 400 Cars For Sale PUBLIC AUCTION KAHN AUCTION CENTRE Estate & Consignment Our Specialty at 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering 3 mi. N. of Hwy. 401 on Brock Rd. "BIG ORANGE BARN" Thursday Aug. 22nd 6:30pm Start Preview from 12 noon ✔Plan to Attend Future Sales... ✧Thurs. Aug. 29 6:30pm Regular WeeklySale ✧Important Holiday Sale Mon. Sept. 2 10am ✩HUGE! HUGE! HUGE!✩ Selling:Estate Contents, Antiques, Furniture, Dining Room Suites, Bedroom Suites, Glassware & China, Decorative Arts, French Furniture, Limited Edition Art, Reproduction 18th & 19th Century Furniture. Too Many Items to List Auctioneer's Remarks Balance of container from Pennsylvania and North Carolina, contents of closing of antique store with a great mix of quality turn of century to good used furniture. This sale will have over 350 lots of great assortment. TERMS AND CONDITIONS:Visa, Mastercard, Amex, debit card. No registration fee. 10% buyers premium. Delivery available. For more info. or for consignment please call Victor Brewda-Auctioneer (Member of the Ontario Auctioneers Association) at (905) 683-0041 AUCTION SALE GRIST MILL AUCTION CENTRE NEWTONVILLE FRIDAY, AUG. 23 6 P.M. Selling the attractive contents from a Courtice home including a beautiful 9 pc. oak dining room suite with glass hutch and 6 gold velvet chairs (2 arm- chairs), occasional chairs and tables, new oak coffee tables and odd chairs, floor lamps, 5 pc. dinette, sofa chesterfield, white wrought iron (bench and 2 chairs), beautiful queen high back bed, dresser, cup- board, wicker chair, bar stools, 2 HO train layouts (4 x 8 with 70 cars and 12 engines) metal train tres- tle, nostalgia items, garden and lounge chairs, his and hers 12 speed bikes, dining tent, excer bike, new window (6' x 4 1/2) garden tools, push mow- ers, step ladders, and a wide variety of other inter- esting articles. Preview after 2 p.m. Friday. Checkout the website for updates. Terms: Cash, appr. cheques, visa, mc, interac. Auctioneers Frank and Steve Stapleton (905) 786-2244, 1-800-263-9886 "Estate Specialists since 1971" www.stapletonauctions.com FARM AUCTION SATURDAY, AUGUST 24TH 10 A.M. Selling the tractors, machinery, and household effects of Bruce and June Sandercock, RR#6 Cobourg, farm located 6 mi. north of Hwy 401 on Burnham St. (County Rd. 18) to 8536 Willis Rd., Cold Springs. International 584 Diesel Tractor w/ International loader, w6 international/mc Cormack gas tractor, S-case tractor, NH-478/7 ft. Haybine, NH-65 Baler w/thrower, New Idea Trail Mower (Rubber), MH Rake (Rubber), 32 ft. elevator (rub- ber), bale thrower wagon, 2 trail plows (steel), dou- ble trail disc (steel), Massey 13 run seed drill (steel), Cockshutt Spreader (rubber), 5 section harrows, old cultivators, horse drawn equipment, 30 ft. grain auger w/motor, page and bar wire, steel post, gates, int. 504 pulley, ext. ladders, tools, hardware, chains, shop equipment, 1978 Ford F150 P/U (parts) 1964 Pontiac (parts), lumber, various household goods, wood stove, kerosene burner, antique ext. table, chairs, furniture, strainer and cream pails, milkers, honey pails, glassware, dishes, books, etc. Farm Sold - Owners moving after 40 yrs. Prop. Bruce Sandercock (905) 342-2161 Lunch on Site Terms: Cash, or good cheque w/drivers license (no credit cards) Auctioneers Frank and Steve Stapleton (905) 786-2244, 1-800-263-9886 "Estate Specialists since 1971" www.stapletonauctions.com AUCTION SALE MONDAY, August 26, 2002 at 6:00 P.M. Pre-view starts @ 4:00 P.M. Held at Masonic Hall, 14 Cassels Rd. E., Brooklin Held for the estate of the late Mr. Millar. Sale of many items, White Ratan sunroom set, two beautiful living room suites, twin bedroom set, oak colour TV console, pictures, glass, china, small furniture. Arti- cles are in extremely beautiful condition. This Sale is a "Sale to View" and plan to attend sale, too many items to list! Call Auctioneer BONNIE BROOKS (905) 432-2124 *Snack Bar on Premises* AUCTION SALE Pethick and Stephenson Auction Barn, Haydon ON From 401 ext. 431 at Bowmanville, north 8 miles on Hwy. 57 to Con. Rd. 8, turn east at the fire hall. Sat Aug. 24 2002 STARTING OUTSIDE 4 pm. An excellent selection of household furniture from a Burketon Home, and a 1979 Aristrocrat motor home, 23' (low mileage), entertainment centre (armoire style) Chesterfield suite, (1 yr. old), wooden kitchen set, Black dresser & armoire, Wall Unit, Washstand Sets, Coffee/end tables, Chain saw, Table saw, Fishing equipment, tools, Quantity of good dishes and glassware and collectables and other furniture. Terms: Cash, Interac, Visa, M/C. AUCTIONEER; DON STEPHENSON 905-263-4402 Toll Free 1-866-357-5335. Auction every Saturday Night. Next Sale Sat. Aug. 31 at 4pm Antiques and Collectables and more. AUCTION SALE SUNDAY, AUGUST 25TH, 10 A.M. (VIEWING 9 A.M.) MacGregor Auctions LOCATED IN ORONO AT SILVANUS GARDENS, TAKE 115/35 HWY TO MAIN ST. ORONO (10km N. of 401), FOLLOW SIGNS Auction features the contents from Toronto home in- cluding bedrooms sets, couches, dining room set, oc- casional and parlour tables, misc. chairs, kitchen cont- ents, s/s, stove fridge, wash and dryer, glass and chi- na, selection of old and collectable articles, misc. tools, lawn mower, table saw, something for one and all. Call for all your auction needs MACGREGOR AUCTIONS 905-987-2112 1-800-363-6799 Auction, Sat. Aug. 24th at 10:00a.m. at WARNER'S AUCTION HALL, Hwy#2 Colborne. For the Estate of Mrs. Ketcheson of Belleville plus contents from home of Jack Avery of Port Hope, excell selection modern & antique home furnish- ings, collectables, household articles, something for everyone, partial list, exceptional leather sofa & matching chair in a bur- gundy leather hardly ever used, excellent Roxton solid maple dinette set with table 2 leaves, 6 chairs plus buffet-hutch, ex- cell 3pc. oak wall unit, Baldwin electric piano with recording capabilities like new original $10,000 piano, excell oak bed- room suite with Queen bed dresser with mirror & chest, set of oak book cases, nice pair cherry end tables, ant. child's rolltop desk in excell condition, excell mahogany secretary with ball & claw feet and book case top, matched pair Victorian settees, Victorian arm chair, Victorian rocker, Empire dresser with mir- ror, selection small tables, selection small tables, ant. oak book shelf, 2 unusual magazine tables, painted chest of draw- ers with butlers type desk, large selection small antique & col- lectable pcs., dishes, glasswares, lamps, collectables con- sisting of about 100 boxes all packed by family and unseen at advertising time., NOTE: We sold for the late Mrs. Ketcheson when she moved from large home to small home before pass- ing away she had a lot of very nice articles, pictures, frames, mirrors, lamps, very interesting sale. Terms: cash, cheque, Visa, M/C, Interac NO RESERVES. GARY WARNER - AUCTIONEER 905-355-2106 Online at www.warnersauction.com CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday, August 23 at 4:30pm 3 miles East of Little Britain on County Rd. 4 Refinished oak Morris chair with claw feet, 3pc. Mahogany antique bedroom set, refinished maple buffet, 5pc. antique bedroom set, pine deacons bench, 2 refin- ished pine harvest tables, washstands, pine step back cup- board, drop front secretary, walnut oval table, spinning wheel, parlour tables, gramophone, crocks, Hoosier top, modern bedroom suite, chesterfields & chairs, 1/2 moon tables, qty. of hardwood flooring, Vermont "dauntless" cast stove, automatic washer & dryer, chest freezer, 9.9 Yamaha outboard motor, 1989 Ford chip truck, qty. china, glass, household & collectable items. Don & Greg Corneil Auctioneers RR#1 Little Britain, (705) 786-2183 Excellent Auction, Thurs. Aug. 22nd at 5:00p.m. at WARNER'S AUCTION HALL, Hwy#2 Colborne. Good selection of quality household furnishing, selection small arti- cles, collectables etc., exceptional queen size bedroom suite with hd & ft boards, armoire, dresser with mirror & 2 night stands, 2 very nice oak entertainment centres 1 from rec room 1 from front room both excell condition, good set kitchen chairs, nice knee hole desk, excell portable bed sofa, sofa set, selection occasional chairs, automatic washer & dryer, 24" gas range, selection dressers & chests, coffee & end tables, 2 kids Game Boy with games, exceptional modern dining room suite with table 3 leaves, 2 captains and 4 side chairs, china hutch and server in excel- lent condition, art deco chest of drawers, roll top desk, plus more, large selection small household articles, collectables, dishes, glass, lamps, mirrors, bedding, household articles, plus contents of stor- age unit, we will cut lock and sell for non payment, everything to go still unseen, 2 Auctioneers selling inside & out. NO RESERVES. Terms: cash, cheque, Visa, M/C, Interac GARY WARNER - AUCTIONEER 905-355-2106 Online at www.warnersauction.com MONDAY, AUGUST 26TH, 10 A.M. Excellent antique estate auction at McLean Auction Center - Lindsay - Selling complete contents of thomas curtain and others. Estate antique, quality an modern fur- niture, antiques, glass china, 3 pc. walnut bedroom suite, 9 pc. walnut dining suite, antique sideboard, new roll top desk, antique bow front china cabinet, antique sewing cabinet, new leather chesterfield and loveseat, press back rocker, old violin and case, dresser, mantle clock, oak rocker and arm chair, vilas maple table and 6 chairs, 2 Red Skeleton signed prints, oil paintings, knetchell bed- room suite, silverware, royal doulton figurines, antique glass, china, dozens of unopened boxes, don't miss this interesting sale, hundreds of collectible items, 98 Ford Taurus wagon only 48,000 ki., 10 a.m. sharp. Orval and Barry McLean Auctioneers 324-2783 www.mclean.theauctionadvertiser.com .SHORT NOTICE AUCTION SUNDAY AUGUST 25 -- 11:00 AM. 870 TAUNTON RD, WHITBY (MCLEANS AUCTIONS) SELLING OLD DOLLS, CRIBS, FURNITURE & TOYS FROM AN OLD TORONTO HOME, AS WELL AS A MOVING AND STORAGE LOT Several old dolls, (composite, plastic & rubber), doll clothing & furniture, Dionne quintuplet poster & picture, oak table & chairs, hand painted Bombay chest, stocking bookcase (modern), old mahogany china cabinet, new pine cupboards, drop leaf, barber chair, oak cupboard, Victorian chair. Lots of antique linens, embroidery & lace. Approx 10 lace tablecloths & blankets, Mohair blankets, old kilt & dress, French tapestry, old umbrella w/porcelain handpainted handle, Paris porcelain box, Baculite & Alabaster com- pacts, porcelain non-splashing pail, 1924 mahogany game, novelty games in original packaging, 1960s. Old military decals, old wooden fishing lures, old x-mas dec- orations, musical box, old Marquetry picture, old ivory wood picture, old Victorian print & pictures, old postcards (1920s) including early Oshawa (2), Muskoka & Apsley etc. old English postcards, old American postcards. Auctioneer Maurice M. Jones BROCK & SEVEN AUCTIONS 905-571-1848 -- 905-424-8276 Accepting Consignments for this & other sales Next sale in September Newfoundland Pine Furniture TESS TIDD ESTATE SALES SERVICE EXCEPTIONAL ANTIQUES AUCTION & TAG SALE Auction - Sat. Aug. 24th - 10 a.m. Tag Sale - Sun. Aug. 25th - 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. AT TIDD'S AUCTION HOUSE Dir: Exit 401 at Hwy #45 Cobourg. Go south to 5th set of lights (King St./Hwy.#2). Turn left. Follow for approx. 6 kms. Watch for signs. We are pleased to offer the contents of the estate of Charles Ward and the late Kathryn (Kay) Ward of Benson Avenue, Peterborough. Mrs. Ward collected antiques and vintage clothing for over 40 years. She was an antique dealer in the 1970's and later went on to collect and deal in Vintage Clothing. This is an extensive sale and will take place in two sessions. August 24th and 25th. NOTE: The Vintage Clothing will be sold at a separate sale at a date to be announced. Featured in this sale the most amazing selection of antique furniture, glass, china, collectibles and art! This is a huge sale. Most everything of antique and vintage nature******Tables, (pine, bake, parlor, pedestal, tavern, etc.)., chairs, chests, inlaid corner commode, dropfront secre- tary bookcase, plus other bookcases, vintage lights and lamps, carpets, watercolors and oils, Victorian prints, several old mixing bowls, (Mocha batter bowl, spongware, etc.) flow blue, moocroft, cranberry glass, crown derby, Doul- ton pitcher, Royal Worcester, Nippon, Limoges, etc. This is only a fraction of what;s available!! TO VIEW FULL LISTING AND PHOTO GALLERY GO TO www. theauctionfever.com. AUCTION PREVIEW: Fri. Aug. 23rd - 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sat. Aug. 24th - 9 a.m. to time of sale. Terms - Cash, Visa, MC,. Interac, cheque/prop- er I.D. 10% Buyers Premium. (Applied to Auc- tion Sale Only. Auctioneer Patricia Tidd. TIDD ESTATE SALES/SERVICE (905) 372-2994/1-877-863-2477 Specializing in Antique and Estate Auction Sales. THURSDAY, AUGUST 29TH, 10 A.M. Liquidation auction at Rokeby Lumber, 66 Mary St. W., Lindsay - selling complete contents of lumber store. Including all building supplies, lumber, ply- wood, nails, windows and doors, patio doors, drywall shingles, insulation, lge qty pitsburg paint, hardware, tools, shelving and displays, air nailer compressor, hyster lift truck mod H 80 XL, clark mod C500 Loft truck, 90 Ford super duty flatbed truck w/hoist, 86 GMC medium duty flatbed truck w/hoist, office furni- ture and equipment, partial list, no reserve. Terms: Cash or certified cheque, 10% buyers premium. Info: McLean Auctions Orval and Barry McLean Auctioneers (705) 324-2783 www.mclean.theauctionadvertiser.com WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28th 4:45pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques and Collectables for a Whitby home, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd. 1km west of Utica. TO INCLUDE:Futon, queen box spring and mattress, bedroom suite, chesterfield and chair, kitchenette, prints, entertainment unit, lamps, commercial stainless steel meat slicer (like new), 3 new aluminum paint ladders, 2 signed bronze statues, approx. 50 movies, quantity of Henkel knives, Canon 35mm camera w/tri- pod, hunting knives, jewelry, 18 Hummel plates, large quantity of collectables and glassware, plus many other interesting items. SALE MANAGED AND SOLD BY NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions NOTICE OF SALE Goods and/or vehicles will be sold by McCristall Auctions, in conjunction with Bates Family Auctions, on August 27, 2002 at 33 Hall Street, Oshawa, Ont. at 5:00 pm to satisfy outstanding charges for storage rental incurred by the following: DANIELLE BROWN COURTNEY NOEL MARCIA WALKER ANTHONY DEROCHE JOHN MYERS ROSE VARONE LORINDA JONES JOHN WHITLEY VINCENT KOLISNYK Dated in the City of AJAX, in the Province of Ontario, August 6th, 2002 SENTINEL SELF-STORAGE CORP., #475 Harwood Avenue North Ajax, Ontario L1Z 1L8 NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Claims against the Estate of MARIE AMELIA METRUK,late of the Town of Whitby, who died on July 16, 2002, must be in our hands by September 7, 2002 after which date the estate will be distributed. EVELYN FARROW & CLAUDETTE SAWYER, ESTATE TRUSTEES c/o KITCHEN, KITCHEN, SIMESON & MCFARLANE 86 Simcoe St. S., Box 428 Oshawa, Ontario L1H 7L5 261 Legal Notices Personal Prayer to St. Jude Thanks to St. Jude and the Sacred Heart of Jesus for favours received. May The Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified. loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, helper of the sick, pray for us. Say this prayer for nine days. This prayer has never failed, and your pray- ers will be answered. Publication must be promised. D. & Y. R. 268 Personals261Legal Notices 268 Personals310Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale 274 Daycare Wanted A & C ROOFING and WINDOWS • Shingles of all types, flats of any size • Soffit • Fascia • Eavestrough • Spring Special - 25% off all vinyl products • Int. free financing for up to 12 months • Double warranty guaranteed, fully transferable (905)509-8980 or (905)428-8704 700 Home Improvements 700 Home Improvements 700 Home Improvements 700 Home Improvements 700 Home Improvements HOME SERVICES (DURHAM) Minor-Major Repairs & Renovations Electrical Drywall Kitchen Bathroom Plumbing Stucco Masonary Ceramic Tile 905-426-5301 MOBILE WELDING & REPAIRS • Custom Gates & Railings • Decorative Security Bars & Grills • Wrought Iron Fences & Porch Railings CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATE & DESIGN PROWELD 905-839-9486 RDC WINDOWS, DOORS & ROOFING Quality Products - Workmanship Guarantees Transferable Warranties “DEAL DIRECT & SAVE” (905) 686-9494 •Porch Enclosures •Garage Doors 6 mo. No Interest, No Payment o.a.c. TIMBER TREE SERVICE Experts in Removal, Trimming, Pruning & Stump Removal. Fully insured. Free estimates. Call Shawn. 905-619-1704 735 Gardening& Landscaping 735 Gardening& Landscaping RABBIT WANTS WORK Doing Magic For Children's Parties And All Occasions. Have My Own Magician. Call Ernie 668-4932 753 Party Services 753 Party Services 256 Deaths 256 Deaths 905 Adult Entertainment JACKSON Barbara Anne Haslam Suddenly passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2002. Loved by many, she is survived by her two sons, Russell and Randy Jackson and their respective fam- ilies. Loving Nanny of Riley, Virginia and Kayla. Sister of William. Robert, David, Donald, Stephen and Ted Haslam. Barbara Jackson was active in the communi- ty and had a long struggle with kidney disease. Her love and attention was felt by many and her energy will be missed by all. AMemorial Service will be held at the McINTOSH-ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME LTD., 152 King St. E., Oshawa (905-433–5558) on Thursday, August 22, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. with visiting one hour before the service. Donations made in memory of Barbara to the Canadian Kidney Foundation, to bene- fit those still suffering, would be appreciated. KEENAN, Irene.Passed away on Saturday August 17, 2002 at the age of 76. Dear wife of the late Jack. Loving mother of Kathleen and Garrie Wright, Diane and Glenn Polley. Cherished grandmother of Bryan, Erin, Scott and Andrew. Beloved sister of Joyce Webster, Joe and Margaret Webster, Roy Webster and sister in law of Margaret and Hugh Keenan, and Harry Keenan. Irene will be lovingly remembered by many dear family and friends. The family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) 905-428- 8488 on Friday August 23, 2002 from 1 to 3 p.m. A memorial service will be held in the chapel at 3 pm. Cremation. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Please read your classified ad on the first day of publi- cation as we cannot be responsible for more than one insertion in the event of an error. NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, August 21, 2002 PAGE B9 P Top teams at pre-season event in Vaughan PICKERING —The Pickering Boyer Pontiac Panthers junior ‘A’ hockey team will go from the frying pan of training camp into the fire of competition at the Ontario Hockey As- sociation’s Kick-Off Pre-Season Tour- nament early next month. The OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League’s South Confer- ence squad is one of 32 teams to com- pete in the seventh annual tourney that attracts teams from across North America. Vaughan and Fort Erie will serve as host sites for the event Sept. 5 to 8. One of 16 teams at the Vaughan site, the Pickering juniors will vie for the title against three-time tournament champs, Burlington Cougars, as well as teams from New York and Massa- chusetts. The tournament over the years has been a magnet for scouts and execu- tives from the National Hockey League and the Ontario Hockey League, along with National Colle- giate Athletic Association recruiters from university hockey programs in the U.S. Pickering will compete in Division 1 with the Oakville Blades and Streetsville Derbys, of the OHA On- tario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League’s West Conference, as well as a team from Lowell, Mass. The Panthers begin action Sept. 5 against Oakville at the Vaughan Sports Complex at 6 p.m. On Sept. 6, the Pan- thers tangle with Lowell at 8:30 p.m. and finish round-robin play Sept. 7 against Streetsville at 4:30 p.m. Playoffs commence Sept. 8, with the final slated for the Vaughan Sport Complex’s rink ‘B’ at 2:30 p.m. Franchin of the North York Rangers bantams. He was picked by the Kitchener Rangers in the fifth round of this summer’s Ontario Hockey League Priority Draft. Local product Andrew Dissanayake was a member of the Ajax-Pickering Raiders ban- tams last season and is also skating at the final Ontario under-17 camp. Corey Black and Cory York, both of the Toronto Young Nats midgets, and Jesse Toms of the Toronto Red Wings midgets, are the Panthers’ other core rookies. PANTHERS POSTSCRIPT:For- ward Mike Alexiou has accepted a full athletic scholarship to Merri- mack College in North Andover, Massachusetts to play for the NCAA Division 1 school for the 2003-04 season. The Warriors play in the Hockey East Association. PICKERING BASEBALL ASSOCIATION Peewee Division –– Final Standings TEAM G W L T PTS Discount Paints 16 11 4 1 23 Pro Image 16 10 5 1 21 Compu Centre 16 10 5 1 21 Progress Steel 16 10 6 0 20 Slo Sports 16 7 7 2 16 Boyer 1669113 Dufferin Games 16 4 12 0 8 Honda 16 3 13 0 6 WEST PICKERING LADIES’ SLO-PITCH As of Aug. 9 TEAM G W L T RF RA PTS Whoops 16 15 2 1 353 168 31 Harp & Crown 15 13 2 0 285 151 26 Shagadelic 15 10 5 0 205 167 20 Petro Partners 15 8 6 1 221 192 17 Sporting Images 17 8 9 0 228 262 16 Rowdies 15 7 8 0 208 239 14 Vectors Tomcats 17 5 2 0 250 333 10 Majestic 15 4 11 0 249 331 8 Danforth Roofing 16 3 13 0 168 317 6 PICKERING LADIES RECREATIONAL FASTBALL As of Aug. 2 TEAM G W L T PTS D.G. Durand 14 12 2 0 24 McDonald’s 13 7 6 0 14 Innovative Awards 13 5 8 0 10 Mr. Rooter 12 2 10 0 4 PICKERING SOCCER CLUB HOUSELEAGUE SCORES Week ending July 28 U12 BOYS DIVISION A May 23 - Steve’s Castings 2 (Shane Del Zotto, Justin Mil- lard MVP Shane Del Zotto) vs. Sabourin Kimble & Assoc 3 (Kyle Mitchell, Marc-Andre Servant, Christopher Prato, MVP’s Michael Dougall, Brandon Welch), Desc Technolo- gies 3 (Justin Linton Christian Sutton, Joshua Ryan, MVP Christian Ryan) vs. Ryswin Graphics 0 (MVP Jared Cow- ley); Grafton & Co., 0 (MVP Blair Jackson) vs.Translogix 4 (M. Beituni, C. Pollard, W. Glyn, M.Yule, MVP W. Glyn). May 30 - Grafton & Co 6 (Shane Stedmond 2, Jeffrey Jamieson 3, Justin Warren, MVP Adam Baskie) vs. Rotork 3 (William Chinfook, Eric Bartholemew 2, MVP Ryan Sawyer); Sabourin Kimble & Assoc 3 (Kyle Mitchell 2, Michael Dougall, MVPs Daniel Misiewicz, Ryan Hoefs) vs. Translogix 1 (B. Zorn, MVP K. Press); Desc Technologies 4 (Michael Bianchi, Kodi Welsh, Joshua Ryan, Aaron Sy- phus, MVP Mark Leyton) vs. DND Construction 1 (Michael Self, MVP Peter Scmalz). June 6 - Translogix 3 (R. Serzysko, P. Palantzas 2, MVP P. Palantzas) vs. DND Construction 2 (Shawn Stark, Amir Khan, MVP Scott Bassett); Rotork 1 (Chris Murphy, MVP Fred Qubti) vs.Ryswin Graphics 5 (Gaylen Sleeth 3, Jarad Cowley, Myles Robert, MVP Gaylen Sleeth); Steve’s Cast- ings 3 (Justin Millard 2, Joshua Bigioni, MVP Cameron Sweeney) vs. Grafton & Co.4 (Shane Stedmond 2, Jeffrey Jamieson, Justin Warren, MVP Blair Jackson); Sabourin Kimble & Assoc. 2 (Marc-Andre Servant 2, MVP Thomas Gregoris, Patrick Farren) vs. Desc Technologies 2 (Matthew Margado, Sushil Chanana, MVP Scott Hayhow). June 13 - Desc Technologies 1 (Tome Ferreira, MVP Matthew Margado) vs. Rotork 0 (MVP Chris Taylor), Steve’s Castings 4 (Christopher Button, Justin Millard, Ryan Sharp 2, MVP Ryan Sharp) vs. Translogix 2 (L. Pol- lard, S. Budisavljevic, MVP T. Bell); Grafton & Co 5 (Grant Bustard, Shane Stedmond 2, Justin Warren, Bradley Hold- forth, MVP Shane Stedmond) vs. DND Construction 3 (Mark Michalicka, Patrick Schvartzman, Brendon Wetter- ing, MVP Patrick Schvartzman); Sabourin Kimble & Assoc 1 (Kyle Mitchell, MVP Kyle Mitchell, Liam Walker) vs. Ryswin Graphics 0 (MVP Jesse Sarta). June 20 - DND Construction 1 (Shawn Stark, MVP Justin Davies) vs. Ryswin Graphics 4 (Jarad Cowley, Gaylen Sleeth, Mike Brzovski 2, MVP Mike Brzovski); Grafton & Co 4 (Grant Bustard, Jeffrey Jamieson, Bradley Holdforth, Adam Baskie, MVP Ankur Oberoi) vs. Sabourin Kimble & Assoc. 6 (Ryan Hoefs, Thomas Gregoris, Kyle Mitchell 2, Christopher Prato 2, MVP Christopher Prato); Steve’s Castings 0 (MVP Michael Gesualdo) Vs. Desc Technolo- gies 5 (Kodi Welsh, Tome Ferreira 2, Joshua Ryan, Mark Leyton, MVP Justin Linton); Translogix 4 (M. Braiden, R. Serzysko, P. Palantzas 2, MVP A. Bellino) vs. Rotork 3 (Malcolm Abraham, Ryan Sawyer 2, MVP Ryan Sawyer). June 27 - Desc Technologies 6 (Tome Ferreira, Joshua Ryan 2, Ryan Watson, Aaron Syphus 2, MVP David Orda- nis) vs. Grafton & Co. 2 (Adam Baskie, Bradley Holdforth, MVP Bradley Holdforth); DND Construction 5 (Daniel De- janovich 2, Joey Columbo, Cameron Powell, Amir Khan, MVP Daniel Dejanovich) vs. Steve’s Castings 4 (Andrew Lepage, Joshua Bigioni 2, J.P. Bigioni, MVP Andrew Lep- age); Ryswin Graphics 5 (Jarrad Cowley 2, Gaylen Sleeth 3, MVP Gaylen Sleeth, Jarrad Cowley) vs.Translogix 2 (A. Bellino, B. Zorn, MVP B. Zorn). July 4 - Ryswin Graphics 1 (Gaylen Sleeth, MVP Ryan Henrey) vs. Desc Technologies 4 (Justin Linton, Michael Bianchi, Tome Ferreira, Ryan Watson, MVP Joel Katz); Translogix 1 (R. Serzysko, MVP W.Williams) vs. Grafton & Co. 2 (Jeffrey Jamieson, Blair Jackson, MVP Blair Jack- son); Sabourin Kimble & Assoc 7 (Thomas Gregoris, Kyle Mitchell 2, Marc-Andre Servant, Christopher Prato 2, Blair Kimble, MVP’s Kenny Challis, Marc-Andre Servant) vs. Steve’s Castings 1 (J.P. Bigioni, MVP Cameron Sweeney). PANTHERS from page B1 JASON LIEBREGTS/ News Advertiser photo Members of the Pickering Boyer Pontiac Panthers pay rapt attention while listening for instructions from the coaching staff during the club’s opening day of training camp at the Pickering Recreation Complex Monday. Training camp continues each weekday at the complex for the next two weeks. Panthers in training for new hockey season Pickering juniors to play in kick-off tourney SCOREBOARD Bantams play for COMFL crown at home against Burlington Stampeders DURHAM —The Ajax-Pick- ering Dolphins Football Club’s bantam squad plays for the Central Ontario Minor Football League title in Pickering Saturday night. The Dolphins will play for the league crown against the visiting Burlington Stampeders at Pine Ridge Secondary School, 2155 Liverpool Rd. N., Pickering, on Aug. 24 at 7 p.m. A big second-half comeback by the Dolphins in their semifinal playoff contest against the Scar- borough Thunder at L’Amoreaux Park locked up Ajax-Pickering’s berth in Saturday’s big game. Falling behind 13-6 in the first half, the Dolphins’ coaching staff implemented several successful adjustments that led to a tremen- dous 30-point second half for the bantams. The final score was 36- 20 for the Dolphins. Dan West led the way with three touchdowns; Erik Glavic and Joe Dublin scored one major apiece. Bryant Trotman added a two-point convert and Ryan Mun- gal kicked two converts. Defensive player Dennis Cole sacked the Scarborough quarterback in his end zone for a two-point safety. To advance to the semifinals against Scarborough, the Dolphins knocked off the York-Simcoe Young Bucs 34-6 in a quarter-final matchup. Joe Dublin and Dan West led the offence with two touchdowns each in front of the hometown crowd at Pine Ridge Secondary School in Pickering. Bryant Trotman contributed a major and Ryan Mungal four con- verts to the win. The Ajax-Pickering Dolphins’ bantams finished the COMFL reg- ular season with a 5-2 record. Dolphins play in league football final in Pickering Saturday A/P PAGE B10 NEWS ADVERTISER WEDNESDAY EDITION, August 21, 2002 LOOKING FOR QUALITY CHILD CARE?? NOW ENROLLING FOR SEPTEMBER ONLY A FEW SPACES LEFT Infants 3-18 months: Full Toddlers 18 months - 21/2 years: Full Pre School 21/2 - 3 years: 5 Spaces 3 Year Old Program: 3 Spaces J.K. and S.K. 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