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A Licensed Non-Profit Agency For Information: Man, daughter were on cell when killed at Pickering railway crossing BY STEPHEN SHAW Staff Writer DURHAM ––Amanda Carr sat in the front row of a Whitby courtroom clutching a tissue as an inquest heard de- tails of her final cellphone con- versation with her ex-husband and two-year-old daughter, moments prior to his pickup truck colliding with a freight train, killing the father and child. The two minute and 36 sec- ond call –– made by Richard Schewe from his pickup truck at 4:04 p.m. to Mrs. Carr’s Scarborough workplace –– ended abruptly with ‘Oh’ from the voice of Mr. Schewe, fol- lowed by a “big bump.” The line went silent, court heard. Mrs. Carr’s statement to Durham Regional Police was read in court Monday to spare her the ordeal of testifying at a coroner’s inquest examining the May 7, 2001 deaths of Mr. Schewe, of Ajax, and their daughter, Mikaela. The inquest is probing the role of the cellphone and whether the call cost Mr. Schewe and Mikaela their lives at a level train crossing in Pick- ering. The 31-year-old father and his daughter were killed in- stantly when the pickup truck Mr. Schewe was driving north on Brock Road was broadsided by a train at the Canadian Pa- cific Railway crossing just south of Taunton Road. The jury of three men and two women was told Durham police investigators concluded Mr. Schewe was talking on his cellphone with his ex-wife at the time of the crash and that driver distraction caused the tragedy. Witnesses testified the crossing gate lowered and warning bells and flashing lights also activated as the westbound train approached Brock. The crossing is also marked with a large X painted across the road. Prior to reaching the cross- ing, witness Kristina Sundal, 25, was travelling behind Mr. Schewe’s full-size pickup and saw the driver talking on the phone. At one point during the con- versation she saw the driver lean over and hold the phone toward a child seat on the pas- senger side of the cab, she said. Ms. Sundal, of Pickering, assumed the youngster in the child seat was talking on the cellphone. “I thought it was kind of cute,” she testified. “The next thing I noticed was the train gate coming down. The lights came on and the gate came down,” Ms. Sun- dal told Ken Polley, a Durham Region prosecutor acting as counsel for presiding coroner Dr. James Edwards. Ms. Sundal began to slow her van to stop at the crossing. A.J. GROEN/ News Advertiser photo The swing of a champion PICKERING –– Top tennis player Anna Leksinska, fresh from taking a junior title in Toronto, now sets her sights on the U.S. She’s accepted a scholarship to the Universi- ty of Oregon and starts next week. See the full story on page B1. Final, fatal phone call details heard PICKERING —A woman robbed at knifepoint earlier this summer now says she was also sexually assault- ed, say Durham Regional Po- lice. The 52-year-old woman was robbed at the Pickering Town Centre when she got out of her car at approximately 6:15 p.m. on Tuesday, July 30. A man approached her and asked for a cigarette. When she complied, the man grabbed her and held a sharp object to her throat, demand- ed money, lifted her skirt and cut her underpants off with a knife.The victim originally did not report the sexual as- sault to police but came for- Durham Region marks Sept. 11 anniversary BY LESLEY BOVIE Staff Writer DURHAM ––We called it ‘Terrifying Tuesday.’ A year ago today, the events of Sept. 11 ripped through the fabric of community life as we know it at ‘This Week,’ ‘The Times Journal’ and ‘News Ad- vertiser’ newspapers. Like you, we were glued to the newsroom televi- sion set trying to make sense of the horrifying im- ages. It was a deadline day, which usually means a massive rush to meet the 11 a.m. copy deadline, but suddenly local council stories and community calen- dar didn’t seem to have quite as much signifi- cance. As reports of another plane crashing in Pennsylva- nia and then the Pentagon came to light, we wondered, “what next?” Ontario Power Genera- tion immediately began beef- ing up security at its two nu- clear stations in Pickering and Darlington that morning. In the days that followed, it became clear how close some in Durham Region had come to losing it all that terrifying Tuesday. Chris Fehertoi, of Whitby, managed to get out of the first tower before it col- lapsed. He was on the 25th floor. A foreign exchange worker for UK company Gar- ban Capital Markets, Mr. Fe- hertoi has since relocated to New York with his family. Dave Marquardt, a techni- cian with Bell subsidiary Ex- pertech, was working a block away from the World Trade Center when the first plane hit. The Ajax native quickly ran back into his office and grabbed a camera. He spent the days following trying to get word to his family and co-workers in Canada about his safety through emails. Today, Mr. Marquardt is back on the job in New York. “The smoke is still rising from where the World Trade Center used to be,” he wrote Sept. 12, 2001 at 12:50 p.m. “The smoke is like a dirty white cloud that goes on as far as I can see past New Jersey against a blue sunny sky.” Still countless others, like Tom Bonanno, were frantically checking on their relatives in New York. The chief executive officer at Scugog Memorial Public Library found his broth- er, nephew and cousin’s daugh- ter safe and sound. One year later, posterity finds a slightly different Durham, where life has gone on after Sept. 11 but in some ways is forever changed. Security at the region’s two nuclear plants has turned a cor- ner since the tragedies, says Neil Weaver, director of nu- clear safety for both Pickering and Darlington plants. “We reacted immediately by altering our security pos- ture. In the ensuing days, hours, weeks and months, we enhanced our screening of peo- ple, parcels and vehicles into our nuclear stations,” he says. “Security was rigorous before, but now it is much more rigor- ous.” In reaction to Sept. 11, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Com- mission ordered all nuclear fa- cilities in Canada to enhance their security measures. OPG responded by entering into an agreement with the Durham Regional Police soon after to have one of its units stationed at the gates of Pickering and Darlington nuclear stations around the clock. Armed personnel remain in place today at both stations. Mr. Weaver says enhanced safety measures put in place after Sept. 11 will remain for- ever more. OPG has reacted to other worldwide events before but usually of a nuclear nature like the Chernobyl Crisis in the Ukraine in 1986, he says. Mr. Weaver can’t recall a terrorist attack ever threatening security at OPG like it did on Sept. 11. For Durham Regional Po- lice Chief Kevin McAlpine, the fact two of his officers are sta- Robbery victim sexually assaulted: Durham police AT A GLANCE Boys urged to buck up confidence in program DURHAM –– Girls are not the only ones who have confidence problems; so do boys. That’s why Monique Howat, creator of Confident Girls, Teens, and Women, has introduced her fourth program in the confidence series, ‘Flexing From The Inside.’ The confidence program, for boys aged seven to 13, includes seg- ments such as decision-making, respect, wise moves, focus, and how to visualize goals. A public workshop is being held from 9:30 a.m. to noon at the Mclean Community Centre in Ajax on Saturday, Oct. 19. For more information, phone Mrs. Howat at 905-986-1441. Diabetes support offered at Pickering library PICKERING –– The next meeting of a diabetes support group is Tuesday, Sept. 17. The Canadian Diabetes Asso- ciation — Durham branch offers the group at 7 p.m. for people liv- ing with diabetes in Ajax and Pickering.The meeting is at the Petticoat Creek Library and Com- munity Centre, 470 Kingston Rd. in Pickering. There will be a panel discus- sion on ‘living with diabetes’, fea- turing guest speakers Kyle Hud- son, Islay Bromely, John Marks and Eke Van Der Zee. To reserve a spot, call Bar- bara Fleming at 905-426-5522. Councillors observe 9/11 DURHAM –– Durham Re- gional Council planned to observe the one-year anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks in the United States prior to a regional council meeting this morning. A brief service was to be held at 10 a.m. in the council cham- bers as well as a brief service in the courtyard of the regional headquarters building with repre- sentatives from police, fire and ambulance services.The ceremo- ny in council chambers was to in- clude a soloist and piper, prior to a brief speech by Regional Chair- man Roger Anderson. See INQUEST page A2 News Advertiser file photo Domonique Sciulli displayed her support for the U.S. at a candlelight vigil at Pickering City Hall last year.See TERRORIST page A7 See NEW page A3 Durham police lay charges in connection with probe of fatal knifing at summer field party BY STEPHEN SHAW Staff Writer DURHAM ––A 20-year-old Port Perry man has been charged with at- tempting to obstruct justice in con- nection with an ongoing murder probe. Durham Regional Police homicide detectives said the arrest was the re- sult of continuing investigation into the June 8 stabbing death of Jessie Owen Gray, 24, at a field party on a Zephyr Road farm in Uxbridge. Mr. Gray, a resident of Musselman Lake in York Region, was fatally knifed during an early morning con- frontation with another man at the post-high school prom party. Carey Patrick Cleyndert, 19, of Scugog, was arrested near the scene shortly after the slaying and charged with second-degree murder. He remains in custody and is due back in Oshawa court Sept. 18. Meanwhile, one of several hun- dred potential witnesses interviewed in connection with the stabbing was arrested Monday after further investi- gation. Police said the man is accused of giving homicide investigators a false statement and attempting to interfere with other witnesses in the murder case. “He attempted to interfere with the statement of another witness,” al- leged Detective James Stewart-Haas, officer in charge of the police investi- gation. Brent Thomas Reesor, 20, of Sixth Line Road in Port Perry, faces charges of attempting to obstruct jus- tice and perjury. He was released from custody Tuesday following a bail hearing in Oshawa. Durham Regional Police are con- tinuing to investigate and ask anyone with information about the case to call Detective Leon Lynch at 905- 579-1520, ext. 7800, or Crime Stop- pers at 1-800-222-8477. The pickup in front of her showed no sign of stopping, she said. Ms. Sundal said she waited and waited for the truck’s brake lights to come on and watched in disbelief as the truck continued toward the cross- ing. The truck appeared to brake “at the last second,” but could not stop. “The vehicle skidded onto the tracks and broke the arm off the gate and then the train hit the vehicle,” Ms. Sundal said. “To me it just seemed like he just didn’t see it and then at the last second saw it, and at that point it was too late.” Ms. Sundal said she had music playing in her van and did not hear the crossing bells or train blowing its horn, though other witnesses said they did. A police videotape of the crash scene, shown to the jury, showed a five-metre-long black skid mark lead- ing up to the tracks. Mrs. Carr’s statement was read to the jury by Constable Mark Stone, col- lision reconstructionist and the lead in- vestigator. Court heard Mrs. Carr and Mr. Schewe took turns picking up their daughter from day care. They had a pact with one another that whoever picked up Mikaela would then phone the other parent for “peace of mind,” she said. Mr. Schewe and Mikaela were on their way to his parents’ home for din- ner when he phoned Mrs. Carr and said “I’ve got her,” court was told. Mrs. Carr said she could hear Mikaela happily “chatting in the back- ground” and asked to speak with her, court heard. “She was so excited about going to his father’s place,” Mrs. Carr said. “She obviously had had a good day at day care.” After speaking with Mikaela, “I said goodbye to her,” said Mrs Carr, adding she then continued her phone conversation with Mr. Schewe. Court was told the impact from the collision ripped the cab from the truck, which was then dragged by the train 110 metres west along the tracks. Autopsies showed father and daughter died of blunt force trauma to the head and neck. Both were wearing proper seat restraints, evidence showed. The inquest is also expected to hear testimony from telecommunications experts regarding research on the dan- gers of cellphones in motor vehicles. It is anticipated the jury will be asked to consider making a recommendation that handheld cellphones be banned while driving. The Region of Durham, CP Rail and the Canadian Wireless Telecom- munications Association (CWTA), which represents various cellphone equipment and service providers, have standing at the inquest. Peter Barnes, president of the CWTA, said outside court there are nu- merous causes of driver distraction and cellphones are just one of them. Mr. Barnes said the CWTA asked for standing to make sure research on the dangers of cellphones in vehicles isn’t “misconstrued” during the in- quest. Rather than banning cellphones to prevent future tragedies, the CWTA supports increased public awareness and enforcement of laws now in place. “There are laws that exist that pro- hibit driving without due care and at- tention. Careless driving is clearly pro- hibited,” Mr. Barnes said. There are times that drivers simply should not be using their cellphones and, “it’s really a matter of common sense,” Mr. Barnes said. New York State is currently the only North American jurisdiction that out- laws handheld cell phones, he said. Meanwhile, Durham MPP John O’- Toole introduced a Private Member’s Bill in May 2001 to ban drivers from using handheld cellphones. The inquest is expected to wrap up this week. A/P PAGE A2 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, September 11, 2002 www.durhamregion.com RODNEYS OYSTER BAR www.magwyerspub.com SEPT. 12/02 650 Kingston Rd 2nd Floor, Pickering 905-420-5566 Watch for the new signs in town! © Copyright GMAC Homes Services. Inc., 2000. All rights reserved. Most firms independently owned and operated. GMAC is a registered trademark of General Motors Acceptance Corporation. NO PAY M E N T S NO INTE R E S T For 1 ye a r . See store f o r d e t a i l s . 15-Y R. Warra nty MEDIUM SUPPORT COMFORT SLEEP $189 20-Y R. 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An inquest in Whitby is under way to probe the circum- stances surrounding the crash. Learn to balance work and life DURHAM ––Workplace man- agers can learn how to help their em- ployees balance a healthy lifestyle and work environment for better pro- ductivity and wellness at a sympo- sium Sept. 26. The Durham Region Health De- partment and Durham Lives! will host the event at the Harmony Creek Golf Centre, 1000 Bloor St. E., Oshawa from 8 a.m. to noon. “The focus of the symposium is to support local businesses in the devel- opment of a comprehensive wellness approach for their organization,” ac- cording to Durham public health nurse, Carol Heholt. Highlights of the symposium in- clude creating a supportive environ- ment, the benefits of investing in work-life and well being, identifying work-life strategies and an informa- tion gala on community resources in Durham Region. Registration is $25. Call (905) 723-8521 or 1-800-841-2729, ext. 2519 for more information. AJAX ––Durham Regional Police and school officials are probing a play- ground assault and choking of a 12- year-old at a local elementary school. Police said six girls surrounded the victim in an Ajax schoolyard last Thursday during lunch hour and ac- cused her of sending one of them a threatening e-mail, which she denied. One of the girls wrapped a bandan- na around the victim’s neck and “began strangling her,” while two other girls shouted at her, police said. It wasn’t reported to police until after school when the suspects –– ages 11 or 12 –– hurled taunts at the victim as she walked home with a family member. Sgt. Malik said officers are investi- gating the alleged assault and that charges could be laid depending on the ages of the suspects, all in Grade 7. Under the young Offenders Act, children under 12 can’t be charged. Sgt. Malik suggested school offi- cials would also be considering “disci- plinary action” under the board’s anti- violence policy. 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The suspect is described as white, 20 to 25 years old, 6-feet tall, with a medium build, dirty blond hair in a ponytail, clean shaven, scar on the right side of his face, tattoos on his left arm and wearing a white tank top type of shirt and blue jeans. He was last seen on a black mo- torcycle with blue trim heading south through the parking lot. The letters ‘I 500’ were on the gas tank. Anyone with information is asked to call the major crime sexual assault unit at 905-683-9100 ext. 5320 or 5318 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800- 222-8477. New details released by police in Pickering assault Police are still looking for this man after new information re- garding an assault was released. NEW from page A1 Some vehicles won’t keep on truckin’ One-day inspection blitz sees dozens of rigs checked DURHAM ––Two trucks were taken off the Durham Region stretch of Hwy. 401 during a one-day inspec- tion blitz by the Ministry of Trans- portation. The initiative, dubbed Operation Air Brake, was conducted across On- tario. In Durham, ministry enforcement officers inspected 38 commercial ve- hicles at the Thickson Road weigh station Thursday in Whitby. Three charges for safety violations were laid and two vehicles were taken out of service for faulty brakes, said Mark Reynolds of Durham’s enforcement office. One truck had a defective brake component and another needed ad- justment. Provincially, numbers were not yet available. The project began in 1998 and last year’s out-of-service rate was six per cent across Ontario. Mike Kerry checks the air brake assembly of an 18-wheel rig being inspected during a Durham blitz. Trucks were checked at the Whitby weigh station. P PAGE A4 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, September 11, 2002 www.durhamregion.com Proud members of Today is a day of international mourning focusing on the most spectacular and shocking news event of our times. Just 365 days ago we were stunned to our core when suicide hijacker pilots flew passenger jets into the World Trade Center Towers and the Pentagon. The 3,000 who died that day leave friends and loved ones forever scarred by this cowardly act of terrorism. Today is the day we remember them, salute them, and shed tears for them. We will also remember those Cana- dian soldiers killed during friendly fire in Afghanistan. But there are others who deserve our compassion and consideration. We must remember the innocents killed in bombing raids in Afghanistan. Despite the best intentions of U.S.- led invasion forces, women and children were slain. We can’t forget them. Nor can we be comfortable with the thousands of Arab-Americans who were detained, their civil rights de- nied in a land that boasts of being the home of the free. Freedom has taken some awful knocks in the U.S. since Sept. 11. Let us not forget the vast majority of Arab-Americans and Arab-Canadians who love living in North America and embrace our way of life. To cast our suspicion upon millions of people who are revolted by the behaviour of terrorists reflects poorly on us all. We pride ourselves on our tolerance, our multicultural society, our diversity. The real test of our willingness to welcome the entire world comes when we are confronted by crisis. It’s a test we must pass. From here, it will be so much more than trying to beef up security and prepare for the next attack. It will require understanding of what’s happening on the other side of the world. At its deepest core, the Islamic extremist hatred of the West is sometimes borne of jealousy and envy of the lives we enjoy and which, for complicated political and histor- ical reasons, are denied the vast majority of Islamic na- tions. Poverty is the key in the 60-plus countries that are dominated by a Muslim majority. Over a billion Muslims look at a billion North American-Europeans and resent what we have and how we conduct our lives. The real challenge in the years to come will be in- creased efforts by people on both sides of the divide to accept our differences and live together in peace. To those who scoff and say that’s impossible, let’s not forget 70 years of paranoia and hate came down with the destruc- tion of the Berlin Wall just over a decade ago. Miracles can happen, if we want them to. Editorial &OPINIONS PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER SEPTEMBER 11, 2002 Editorial e-mail responses to shouston@durhamregion.com Letters to the editor e-mail responses to shouston@durhamregion.com Newcomers prove Pickering is a great place to live To the editor: I recently received a phone call from a woman telling me she’d found my 87-year-old mom’s purse. When I arrived at the Pharma Plus parking lot, two of the nicest young women were watching for me. They found mom’s purse at the Buck or Two store and would- n’t take a reward. I didn’t get their names, but they are new residents of the Ajax and Pickering area from Cuba. As I pulled out of the parking lot after the women left, there was mom on her walker making her way to the bank for more money. She just missed meeting those two lovely women by a minute. The lady managing the Buck or Two had offered taxi money to mom. There was $180 in the purse not to mention the government cards of identification. Mom and I just about danced in the parking lot our hearts were so happy. Isn’t this a great place to live? Betsy Freeland, Ajax Kyoto will bring heavy hardship To the editor: Re: ‘U.S. should watch us and learn,’editorial, Sept. 4. For 40 years, career politician Prime Minister Jean Chretien kept silent on pollution in general. His is not the sole shame, how- ever. For decades, all governments at all levels have sidestepped this issue like the plague, fully aware of the economical ramifications. Not good for elections, you know. Suddenly the Kyoto Protocol offers international consent for Ottawa to hide behind, and now never-a-broken-promise Chretien spots his ‘legacy’. He surrenders us to an international bureaucracy to monitor our emissions, thereby taking the economic conse- quences out of his hands. Make no mistake about it, we no longer will be masters in our own house after we are committed. How will Kyoto work for us? Since 1990 we have been on an upwards curve of emissions. Therefore, to achieve the 2010 Kyoto target of six per cent below 1990, we have to reduce our rising emissions over 30 per cent in total. Clearly, this entails negative growth, meaning we have to go backwards economically, even as we are asked to pay billions of dollars to heavy polluters like China, Russia, India, etc. All this for what? According to the Suzuki Foundation and other scientists, anything less than 50 per cent below the 1990 level is useless. Anyone care to guess the im- pact on every business, household, individual in the country and, yes, even on newspapers? We might as well return to the 18th century. Canada simply must find a better, more rational and measured way to control and reduce pollution, rather than to rely on the unverifi- able whims of anecdotal science and political correctness from the Kyoto crowd! Werner Graffmann, Ajax PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER A Metroland Community Newspaper Tim Whittaker Publisher twhittaker@durhamregion.com Joanne Burghardt Editor-in-Chief jburghardt@durhamregion.com Steve Houston Managing Editor shouston@durhamregion.com Duncan Fletcher Director of Advertising dfletcher@durhamregion.com Eddie Kolodziejcak Classified Advertising Manager ekolo@durhamregion.com Abe Fakhourie Distribution Manager afakhourie@durhamregion.com Lillian Hook Office Manager lhook@durhamregion.com Barb Harrison Composing Manager bharrison@durhamregion.com *** News 905-683-5110 Sales 905-683-5110 Classifieds 905-683-0707 Distribution 905-683-5117 General Fax 905-683-7363 Death Notices 905-683-3005 Sincerely Yours 1-800-662-8423 E-mail shouston@ durhamregion.com Web address durhamregion.com 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, Ont. 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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. The way we were Kingston flooding c. 1929 Looking west on Hwy. 2 from Pickering Village, you can see the Spinks Mill on the right. This photo was taken in April 1924 after a typical spring flood. While the mills that grew up along Duffins Creek brought much needed work and an economic boost to the community, the mill dams contributed to the increasing severity of the spring floods each year. As reported in the Pickering News, April 12, 1929, “The worst flood in the history of Pick- ering occurred on Friday night last, April 5, when rain said by some to have been a cloud burst, began to fall in torrents and continued for hours until the highway at the west end of the bridge was covered to a depth of six feet.” In 1930, the Department of Highways blew up the mill dam of Elmdale Mills to try and alleviate the annu- al spring overflow onto Kingston Road. When it was not entirely successful, the roadbed was raised and two huge culverts were installed. 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. Spare a thought for the innocents Towers, Pentagon, plane victims only one part of the Sept. 11 tragedy Ernie Eves’s defeated chief rival for premier, who vanished as abruptly as if he had been taken for a ride by the Mafia and fitted with concrete overshoes, has suddenly shown he is still alive. Jim Flaherty was the province’s second most important politician, deputy premier and finance minis- ter with a finger in every ministry, when he ran against Mr. Eves for Progressive Conservative leader and premier. But Mr. Flaherty committed sev- eral unpardonable sins. He called Mr. Eves a pale pink imitation of a Liberal, which he has turned out to be; he called for more privatization, including selling TVOntario, of which Mr. Eves’s companion, Is- abel Bassett, is chairman; and he advocated forcing the homeless off the streets, while Mr. Eves was in- tent on moving the Tories toward the more fashionable centre. Mr. Flaherty also showed him- self the party’s most exciting speak- er and the darling of its right wing, which hangs on like a barnacle, and Premier Eves immediately exiled him to Ontario’s equivalent of Siberia. Mr. Eves had enough policy dif- ferences with Mr. Flaherty he could not leave him in his old posts with the possibility some time they might disagree publicly. The new premier also did not want to leave the only threat to him- self in the party in a position in the public eye where he could build an even stronger base, as Jean Chre- tien did with Paul Martin. So Mr. Eves made Mr. Flaherty minister of enterprise, opportunity and innovation, a portfolio he dreamed up and one that includes the former economic development, trade and industry ministry and re- sponsibilities for promoting science and technology. It sounds like an important job and could be one, but ministers of economic development have never ranked high in the pecking order. Decisions of great economic im- portance are usually made and an- nounced by the premier or finance minister. Economic development ministers have few opportunities to make statements or answer ques- tions and obtain the publicity that is a politician’s lifeblood. Recent holders of the office in- clude Tory Bill Saunderson, New Democrat Allan Pilkey and Liberal Hugh O’Neil, who would not be recognized once they stepped out- side their front doors. Mr. Flaherty has had to resort to prompting Tory backbenchers to ask him questions to get even a few minor openings on TV. He vanished almost as surely as if he had been designated a non-person under a Communist regime or put in charge of the Province’s operations in Moosonee. Mr. Flaherty has re-emerged briefly, but not because of anything connected with his obscure min- istry. He gatecrashed a conference of federal Tories and urged them to renew efforts to unite with the fur- ther-right Canadian Alliance and said if they did, Mr. Eves’s prede- cessor as premier, Mike Harris, might run for leader. Mr. Flaherty also hinted if Mr. Harris could not be coaxed he might run for federal leader him- self. He would be a serious candi- date on his performance of cam- paigning for premier and on the convention platform, although still too far right for many traditional Tories. Winners of leadership races pushing their closest rivals into ob- scure posts is nothing new. Mr. Chretien must wish he could have done this with Mr. Martin, who al- ways had too big a following to be relegated to the backwoods. The best-known Ontario exam- ple was by Tory premier William Davis in the 1970s. Mr. Davis beat Allan Lawrence, a junior minister who came out of nowhere, by only 44 votes out of 1,536. Mr. Davis was obliged to give a prominent post in his cabinet to Mr. Lawrence, who had his strength in the party’s grassroots while Mr. Davis’s was in the establishment. At first he did, by making Mr. Lawrence attorney general, tradi- tionally a heavyweight post con- stantly in the public eye. But Mr. Davis, within a year, switched Mr. Lawrence to secretary for justice, a new post that would supposedly initiate and develop policy in all ministries in the justice field, including attorney and solici- tor generals, consumer relations and corrections. It sounded a worthwhile job, but ministers in the traditional min- istries were reluctant to surrender their ability to make policies and Mr. Lawrence, left in obscurity, quickly gave it up for a career in federal politics and it could happen to Mr. Flaherty. Eric Dowd At Queen’s Park shouston@durhamregion.com Flaherty coming back to life Basically invisible since leadership loss, MPP resurfaces federally This week’s question: What is your reaction to Durham's proposed new bylaw that would ban smoking in most public places? ❑ Too strong ❑Fair for everyone ❑ Doesn't go far enough Last week’s question: When should Prime Minister Jean Chretien leave office? ❑ 2004 48.7 per cent ❑ Immediately 46.2 per cent ❑2003 5.1 per cent Votes cast: 156 Cast your vote online at infodurhamregion.com Click and say 24 Hour Access 905-420-4660 cityofpickering.com905-420-2222 ATTEND PUBLIC MEETINGS AT CITY HALL All meetings are open to the public. For meeting details call 905-420-2222 or visit the website. Fall Family Festival Sept 29th Horse Shoe Team & Entries + Sponsors PentathaFun Call NOW 905-420-4605 A Spirit Walk of 1837 Pickering Museum Village Sept 13, 14, 20, 21 Call the Ticket Office 905-683-8401 – Backwoods Players Presents... A SPIRIT WALK MEET THE SPIRITS OF THE 1837 REBELLIONIn its 7th fantastic year! Directed by Larry O’Leary Book your tickets Call 905-683-8401 SEPTEMBER 13 th, 14 th, 20th, & 21 ST DATE MEETING TIME Sept. 11th Race Relations & Equity 7:00 pm Sept. 12th Waterfront Committee 7:00 pm Sept. 17th City Council Meeting 7:30 pm Sept. 17th Heritage Pickering (LACAC) 7:30 pm Sept. 19th Statutory Information Meeting 7:00 pm Sept. 23rd Finance and Operations Committee 1:30 pm A fire in your home can quickly spread and block your exit, trapping you and your family inside. That’s why it is important that every family member know at least two different ways to get out of the home. If you plan to use a window as a second way out in a fire, make sure it isn’t nailed or painted shut and that it can be opened easily by everyone in your household. Contact the Pickering Fire Services at 905-420- 4628, or email fire@city.pickering.on.ca for more information about home safety. Sunday Hours Resume The Pickering Central Library will be open Sundays from 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm from September 15th until December 1st, excluding Oct. 13th (Thanksgiving). Please note, telephone service is not available on Sundays. When the library is closed or when telephone service is unavailable, materials can be renewed via the website (www.picnet.org) or by using the automated telephone service (905-831-8209) PLAN YOUR ESCAPE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO ALL CITY OF PICKERING RATEPAYERS Final Installment of the 2002 FINAL PROPERTY TAX BILL is due for payment (Residential, Farm & Managed Forest Only) (Monday) September 16, 2002 If you have not received your Tax Notice, please telephone the Civic Complex at (905) 420-4614 ( North Pickering (905) 683-2760). Our office hours are between the hours of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Tired of Standing in line to pay your taxes? 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Grant Andrews says his ‘time has come’ Durham Catholic education director will call it a career in December BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer DURHAM —The Grants are going, going and soon to be gone. Saying “the time has come,” Grant Andrews, the Durham Catholic District School Board’s education di- rector, announced Monday night he would retire from his post at the end of this year. Two weeks ago to the day, Grant Yeo, the Durham Dis- trict School Board’s director of education, announced he was retiring in January. An emotional Mr. Andrews, with his wife, daughter and son-in-law present, said it was time for some younger blood to take the helm. “The time has come — to prepare for further renewal and invigoration of our mis- sion as a Catholic school sys- tem through new, and younger, leadership. The time has come — for me to say goodbye, and thank you, to all who have as- sisted and supported me for over 40 years as I sought to make a contribution to Catholic education in our province and most particularly here in Durham. The time has come — my time has come,” he said, reading from a pre- pared statement. “Words from a very humble man who has just been an in- credible leader for our Catholic school board,” board chairman Mary Ann Martin said after the statement. She complimented Mr. An- drews on keeping board chair- men up to speed on all that has gone on in education, adding he did so “with such dignity and class. “Your heart is as big as our region.” Oshawa Trustee Joe Corey, the longest-serving school board representative in Durham, noted he has worked with Mr. Andrews for the past 30 years. His eight-year term as di- rector, Mr. Corey said, has co- incided with eight challenging years for the education system. “Grant has guided us through these times... and he certainly deserves a medal for all those eight years because it seems like 80 years with all the problems he’s had,” said Trustee Corey. In an interview, Mr. An- drews said he only made the final decision to retire last week, citing the fact that at 65 he was “no longer a young man”. While his contract does not run out until the end of next March, he said in leaving ear- lier he was thinking of his suc- cessor. “In reflection, I thought it would be better to give a new person time to work right from the beginning of the budget process and prepare for the new school year,” he said. Mr. Andrews’ education ca- reer began as a classroom teacher in Markham. He came to the Durham board four years later as prin- cipal of St. Bernadette Catholic School in Ajax, fol- lowed by stints as associate di- rector and superintendent of business. Mr. Andrews became edu- cation director in 1995. Along the way he was a Durham public school board trustee roughly 25 years ago when Catholic ratepayers had a representative there. Mr. Andrews said the expe- rience “broadened my per- spective and gave me an ap- preciation for the quality of education offered in our coter- minous boards.” Asked about challenges he has faced, Mr. Andrews noted “for many years Catholic edu- cation has had to struggle be- cause really we did not have the resources that other school systems had.” That lack of funding was most evident, he said, in a lack of student accommodation. At the same time Durham was growing: in the 1980s he said the board doubled in size, adding that half of the board’s schools have been built while he was a superintendent or ed- ucation director. In recent years, the chal- lenge has been “trying to work with our various employee groups with the level of fund- ing available to us.” Mr. Andrews said he and Mr. Yeo have talked about their retirements within one month of each other and the impact it will have on the boards. He said their feeling is that the good relationship between the boards will carry forward and “doesn’t depend on the personalities of the two direc- tors”. Mr. Andrews’ resume shows he has been active on the provincial education scene. He is a member of the board of directors of The Learning Part- nership and the Ontario Catholic Supervisory Officers’ Association. On the latter he is also a member of the execu- tive. For four years he was chair- man of the English Catholic Council of Ontario Directors of Education and chairman of the Council of Ontario Direc- tors of Education. Beyond boating and fish- ing, he said he has no set plan on how to spend his retire- ment. GRANT ANDREWS ‘Prepare for further renewal and invigoration of our mission...’ MARY ANN MARTIN ‘Words from a very humble man who has just been an incredible leader...’ Business breakfast is served Friday sessions can help you get your business day started AJAX ––Local business men and women are invited to a local networking session this Friday. The Ajax-Pickering Chap- ter of Business Networking In- ternational invites all business owners large and small to its Friday, Sept. 13 breakfast meetings from 7 to 8:30 a.m. at the Titanic Restaurant (Ajax Go Station). Members meet weekly to learn about each other’s busi- ness and exchange referrals. Call Doug at 905-837-6000 ext. 20 for more information on the group or its events and networking sessions. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, September 11, 2002 PAGE A7 A/P 10’ HANGING GREEN UMBRELLA Reg. 179.99 9999 MORE UNADV E R T I S E D SPECIA L S TOO M A N Y I T E M S TO LIST ! ! 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Durham Regional Police now have an officer on the provincial terrorism unit and an RCMP special international unit. With the anthrax scare that followed Sept. 11, local police services are also educating their officers about handling haz- ardous materials as part of a provincewide directive, Chief McAlpine says. “We’re going to be getting bio-hazard kits from the Province soon,” he adds. “It’s just a matter of making sure our officers have them when they need it.” Local fire departments are also turning to hazardous mate- rial training and a greater em- phasis on emergency planning with help from both provincial and federal levels of govern- ment, says Oshawa Fire Chief Milt Wilson, who is also presi- dent of the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs. At Oshawa Municipal Air- port, the only municipal flight centre in Durham, additional security measures haven’t been introduced. Rather, the airport has done everything since Sept. 11 to make sure staff are aware of security procedures already in place, says manager Jeff Huntis. That includes observing closely any unusual activity or people shuffling around its tar- mac, he says. The only other time he can recall planes being grounded on such a scale was in the early 1960s to test North America’s air defence system and that was only one day. The Ministry of Transportation-ordered aviation shutdown last September lasted three days. Mr. Huntis was grounded in Calgary, attending an airport technician conference at the time. He coached his staff through the incident on the phone. Not much has changed in terms of screening at the Cana- dian Flight Academy, which operates out of the Oshawa air- port and offers flight training on both twin and turbine engine planes. General manager Dave Hutzel says the flight school doesn’t have the facilities to screen its own students but re- lies on immigration officials in the issuing of visas. The Oshawa flight school doesn’t get a lot of internation- al students anyway - only about three to six out of roughly 100 students each year, he says. And most are from the United King- dom, where flight time is more than twice as expensive as it is in Canada, Mr. Hutzel says. Some security measures have increased as a result of regulations from Transport Canada. For instance, no one is allowed in the hangar without a flight permit. Insurance rates at flight schools have also gone up, says Mr. Hutzel. “We do require our students to show a greater level of seri- ousness now,” he adds. “They must provide a $2,000 deposit upfront, which they can only access if they’ve logged 50 per cent of their fly- ing time. It used to be $1,000 before Sept. 11.” BY LESLEY BOVIE Staff Writer DURHAM ––Mobeen Khaja remembers feeling “deeply hurt” hearing the news ‘Muslim extremists’ had hi- jacked several airplanes, flying two of them into the twin towers of the World Trade Center Sept. 11. “Those people hijacked our religion,” says Mr. Khaja, presi- dent of the Association of Pro- gressive Muslims of Ontario. “I was instantly concerned about how our lives would be in Canada after this,” he says. Mr. Khaja has lived in Ajax for 14 years, but realizes he still sticks out a little in his “mostly mainstream” neighbourhood south of town. That intensified in the days that followed Sept. 11, he says, especially when it came to cash- ing cheques for his organization at local banks. “After Sept. 11, we faced a lot of difficulties in the sense the representation of the media did- n’t help in portraying every Mus- lim as a suspect,” Mr. Khaja says. Durham Regional Police were in close contact with him, as was his local MPP Janet Ecker, following the terrorist at- tacks. Both were concerned for the local Muslim community and how it would be affected by the tragedy, Mr. Khaja says. While the Oshawa Islamic Centre was pelted with stones and a Molotov cocktail, Mr. Khaja believes Durham escaped most of the backlash levelled at Muslims in other communities across Ontario. “I really give credit to the po- lice and the racial committees in different towns across Durham,” he says, pointing to organiza- tions like the Ajax race relations committee and the Multicultural Council of Oshawa/Durham. Today, the tension associated with being Muslim has eased somewhat, but Mr. Khaja says there are still “guilt by associa- tion” stories being written literal- ly every day by the North Amer- ican press. There are 1.3 billion Muslims worldwide in 57 different coun- tries and speaking countless dif- ferent languages, making it diffi- cult to unite under one central or- ganization, he says. “After Sept. 11, Muslims began to realize they have to unite themselves to help others understand Islam,” Mr. Khaja says. “Mosques across the GTA have started to open their doors to the public.” Mr. Khaja, who helped orga- nize a peace rally in Pickering soon after the terrorist attacks, argues extremist views exist in any religion, even Christianity. He points to David Koresh and the Waco inferno in 1993 as an example. “I don’t understand why Muslims have to be labelled all the time as extremists,” he adds. “We have to work together to ed- ucate people about Islam.” For instance, Mr. Khaja says he’s often made to defend his re- ligion’s mistreatment of women. But he stresses it is not Islam but the traditions of those individual countries which oppress women. The Islamic nations of Turkey, Bangladesh and Pakistan all have had elected female heads of state, he points out. Even Indonesia, the largest Mus- lim country, has a woman as president. “Tell me in this lifetime will we ever see a woman elected President of the United States or elected Prime Minister of Cana- da? I don’t think so,” Mr. Khaja says. TERRORIST from page A1 Muslim leader worried about 9/11 fallout MOBEEN KHAJA ‘Those people hijacked our religion.’ A/P PAGE A8 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, September 11, 2002 www.durhamregion.com Durham College Continuous Learning Need a break? Sign up now for a Leisure course Fall 2002 courses starting September 16, 2002! 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New channel locations, effective September 12th, 2002: Ajax WKBW (ABC) Buffalo . . . . .18 The Shopping Channel . . . .19 WNED (PBS) Buffalo . . . . . .61 CFTM (TVA) Montreal . . . .72 TV Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74 Pay Per View 1 . . . . . . . . . .75 PPV Barker . . . . . . . . . . . . .76 Digital Barker . . . . . . . . . . .77 Pay Per View 2 . . . . . . . . . .78 New channel locations, effective September 13th, 2002: Scarborough, Pickering, Richmond Hill, Bolton WKBW (ABC) Buffalo . . . . .18 WNED (PBS) Buffalo . . . . . .61 Treehouse TV . . . . . . . . . . .70 ROB TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 For information on new channel locations for the channels moving in your area, please refer to the summary of changes listed above, the TV Guide Channel located on Channel 5, or our Web site at www.rogers.com. OMNI.2 is a new diversity channel licensed by the Canadian Radio-television and Tele- communications Commission. 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West 905-686-0844 ANDREW IWANOWSKI/ News Advertiser photo This is not a mime class AJAX –– Local youth were given a lesson in belly dancing at The Youth Centre recent- ly when an advanced student at a local school led them in some of the basic steps. Here, Katie Stewart (left) follows the motions of instructor Cathy Veldhoen-Smith. Just the fax: 905-683-7363 Emergency response team seeks volunteers DURHAM –– OVERT Search and Rescue is searching for a few people with the right stuff to join their team. OVERT (Ontario Volunteer Emer- gency Response Team) will hold an information session for new volun- teers on Wednesday, Sept. 25 at the Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Com- plex, 2440 King St. W., Bowmanville from 7 to 9 p.m. The non-profit agency has service mandates for ground search and res- cue operations with Cobourg, Durham Region, Lindsay and Port Hope Police Services. Volunteers spend an average of 50 hours per year training and an additional 50 hours or more a year working with police services on a va- riety of missing person incidents. New applicants must be at least 20 years of age, have a Grade 12 or equivalent, no criminal record, be physically fit and have standard first aid and CPR level C. Anyone interested in joining the agency must attend the upcoming ses- sion for additional information and to book a future interview. Take proof of age and a copy of your resume to the information session. Flaherty’s coming for dinner Manufacturers’ association hosts evening, Sept. 16 DURHAM ––The minister charged with ensuring Ontario’s fu- ture economic strength will be the guest speaker at a Sept. 16 dinner hosted by the Durham Region Manu- facturers’Association. Jim Flaherty, Whitby-Ajax MPP and minister of enterprise, opportuni- ty and innovation, will speak at the Oshawa Holiday Inn about the new ministry created to ensure Ontario is innovative and competitive on a glob- al scale. Tickets are $45 for members and $55 for non-members for the evening that begins with registration at 5:15 p.m. For further information or to book tickets by VISA, call (905) 434-1412. Ajax-based teacher teams up to create new resource for young pupils BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer DURHAM —Andy Lubczynski is wearing two hats these days: that of an educator and an entrepreneur. The Ajax man and his part- ner, fellow Toronto District School Board teacher Sean Fazl, have formed their own business, ONEeleven, and developed On- tario math guides to help stu- dents understand what is expect- ed of them in the subject and as a review resource. The idea came to them when they began preparing review notes for their Grade 7 and 8 students to help them succeed in high school math courses. Mr. Lubczynski said the students liked the study aids and they evolved into the math guides. “This is not a quick-fix type of tool, this all goes along with a kid doing their homework every night,” Mr. Lubczynski said in an interview. “I can’t stress that enough. It comple- ments what teachers do in the classroom. “What makes it unique is it’s portable, it’s easier to under- stand, it’s colourful and it di- rectly corresponds with the On- tario curriculum.” He said students need all the help they can get because school is harder these days. With the imminent elimination of Grade 13 and a new Ontario curricu- lum, more is expected of pupils sooner. Skills students are ex- pected to know have been pushed down a grade or two, and many kids are having a tough time, as evidenced by the high number of summer school applicants in math and literacy courses. “The kid who’s struggling or doesn’t have that solid founda- tion ends up falling between the cracks,” Mr. Lubczynski said. “What we’re trying to do is pro- vide a math guide to parents, students and teachers so they can hopefully address some of those gaps.” There are four guides at pre- sent: one each for primary (Grade 1 to 3), junior (4-6), in- termediate (7 and 8) and Grade 9 students. Each two-sided guide is page-sized, laminated, colour-coded and organized by strand. The intermediate guide, for example, in the geometry and spatial sense strand, concisely lists definitions of the various types of angles, and then goes a step further with diagrams to il- lustrate the point. “What you see on that sheet good teachers review,” said Mr. Lubczynski. “It’s nothing new, but what’s unique is it’s in that format.” The duo is planning more math guides to cover the re- maining high school years and is working on a literacy guide at the moment. They have set up a Web site, www.one11.ca, where visitors can see guide samples. DURHAM ––The Lung Association is hoping to take your breath away with this year’s Festival of Baskets. With generous contribu- tions from community mem- bers, 25 baskets have been created for the Durham Re- gion Lung Association’s sec- ond annual festival. Draw tickets for the bas- kets are on sale now. Winners of the spa basket, valued at $500, will receive a massage, manicure, pedicure, housekeeping provided by Molly Maid, and a bouquet of flowers. Tee Off Time Basket win- ners get to play at six of Durham’s finest golf courses and can spend the off-season at the gym with a membership also provided in the basket, making it worth $950. With the Dinner In Durham basket, 39 gift cer- tificates with a value of about $950 will get winners eating some of the region’s finest food.Draw tickets are $2 each or three for $5 and available at various Durham locations. On Sept. 16, residents can get them at the Oshawa Centre. A draw will be held on Dec. 12. 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The C4 Sin- gles Connection Night is Satur- day, Sept. 21, starting at 7 p.m. The evening in- cludes a guest speaker, live band and re- freshments. Tickets are $10 each. The church is at 599 Bayly St., between Shoal Point and Lak- eridge roads, Ajax. For more in- formation, con- tact Debbie at 905-571-1965. Sarah Mehta works on her math with the help of a new guide developed by an Ajax man who teaches in Toronto. He’s in a partnership with a colleague in the business ONEeleven.We’re online at durhamregion.comJoin French-speaking women for meetings DURHAM —A group for French-speaking women begins meeting again this week. Cercle Francophone d’Ajax meets every fifth or sixth Friday, starting Sept. 13 at 8 p.m. A non- profit social club in existence since 1978, the group promotes the language for French-speaking women in the Ajax, Pickering and Whitby area. French must be members’first language and they must be fluent. 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On Sept. 14, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Bowmanville’s Garnet Rickard Recreation Complex at Regional Rd. 57 and Hwy. 2, Durham Regional Police will host a charity baseball tournament and silent auction. Money raised is for Luke’s Place, a resource centre for women and chil- dren who have left or plan to leave an abusive relationship. Detective Craig Greentree and Constable Mike Swaga from the Clarington office initiated the fund- raiser. The two were investigating offi- cers of the murder-suicide. “It’s not recognized as a severe problem, but it is,” said Det. Green- tree about domestic abuse. The officers came up with the idea for the fund-raisers after run- ning into Luke’s mother at a course dealing with domestic violence. After she presented her case study, she met with the two officers. “She told us she started up Luke’s Place and hoped to start a resource centre named after Luke. We wanted to help,” Det. Greentree explained. “At the end of the day we were able to raise $4,700 and turn it over to Luke’s Place. “It’s awareness, make people more aware of the need for a facility. It’s not government-sponsored or funded and we have to raise money for this,” he added. Focus groups, which included abuse survivors, came together at the Steps For Change Conference in March 1999 and introduced the con- cept of Luke’s Place. The charity will be the step be- tween leaving an abusive relation- ship for a shelter, said Donna Thomas of the Luke’s Place Fundraising Committee. “They were on this case which was extremely brutal and took it upon themselves to start this,” said Ms. Thomas of the officers’ ball tournament. “They’re hoping to raise $6,000 this year.... (Police) under- stand the frustration, they see it every day.” “One of the things that came from these killings is (knowledge that) there’s a step missing for women try- ing to leave an abusive relationship,” she added. “There needs to be something - courts, police, recognize that. This is not a shelter, it is a resource centre.” Ms. Thomas said the ball tourna- ment is sort of the kick-off to a $2- million fundraising campaign within the next year. Luke’s Place needs $500,000 to buy and prepare a building, $500,000 for a five-year operators fund, and $1 million for an endowment fund. Participating in the baseball tour- nament are firefighters, RCMP offi- cers, OPG emergency guards and other community partners. Each team will have 15 players and each participant pays $15. Face-painting, barbecue, and a silent auction for Maple Leaf Tick- ets, a hockey jersey signed by Adam Foote, a helicopter ride for two, and much more will occur throughout the day. Anyone who would like to donate anything for the silent auction can phone 905-697-9525. Residents can also donate directly to the charity at Luke’s Place, Box 245, 701 Rossland Rd. E., in Whitby, LIN 9K3. LUKE SCHILLINGS Little boy’s memory lives on through Luke’s Place. Crohn’s and Colitis group needs volunteers DURHAM —The local chapter of the Crohn’s and Colitis Founda- tion of Canada is looking for a help- ing hand. The Ajax-Pickering branch needs volunteers to help with upcoming events to raise money for research. For more information, call the On- tario District East office at 905-720- 4650 or toll free at 1-877-338-7426. International negotiations take place this month BY JACQUIE McINNES Staff Writer DURHAM ––Canada’s bid to host a $12-billion energy re- search project in Clarington will be in the spotlight this month when international sci- entists and diplomats come to assess the Clarington site in the countdown to a final deci- sion. This week “is the first meeting of the assessment team that will be looking at the various sites,” says Murray Stewart, director of Iter Cana- da, the organization spear- heading this country’s bid for the facility. The assessment team will then travel to Japan in October then France and Spain in No- vember to evaluate the three other competing sites, Dr. Stewart says. “A few weeks ago we agreed on the site selection criteria. The first formal site assessment is on the Claring- ton site Thursday, Sept. 12 through to Monday, Sept. 16,” he says. “It’s a chance for them to kick the tires on the site,” and to get a good look at the socio-cultural components of the community, says Dr. Stewart. The technical aspects of the site, located between the Darlington Generating Station and St. Mary’s Cement in Bowmanville, will be a signif- icant part of the assessment. As well, the surrounding com- munity will be considered in the assessment process, notes Dr. Stewart. “There will be a number of w histle-stops they are going to be seeing in the community and in Toronto.” The ITER (International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor) project is hoped to be the last stage of research to- ward creating fusion energy prior to building a demonstra- tion commercial plant some- where in the world. Partners on the project are Japan, the European Union, the Russian Federation and Canada. The United States is cur- rently considering re-entering the program, after it left in 1999 after a series of delays on the project and a political change of direction on the en- ergy policy. But this past year, interest in re-entering the project has been expressed by both the Secretary of State of Energy and US President George W. Bush. American fusion experts are meeting Sept. 11 and Sept. 12 to make recommendations to the US Department of Ener- gy regarding that country’s participation in the program so a decision is expected soon, says Dr. Stewart. The site assessment team includes three or four mem- bers from each of the partners, says Dr. Stewart. Because of the timing of the US decision, “when they come in we will have to take the American team back to Clarington,” he says. Dr. Stewart adds, he is very optimistic it is a question of when, not if, the US will come back into the ITER pro- ject. Each of the international partners is responsible for a portion of the cost of the pro- ject and regardless of where it will be located, all of them are committed to funding the re- search because of the signifi- cance for a future energy source. The exception to this is Canada, whose partnership is contingent on site selection in this country. In addition to the site as- sessment, the partners will be in Toronto Sept. 17-18 to con- tinue with the fifth round of negotiations for working out the terms of the project and the site selection. The negotiation sites rotate between the part- ners and it is Canada’s turn, explains Dr. Stewart. The last negotiations took place in France in July and prior to that the Russian Federation hosted the third-round negotiations in Moscow in April. A delegation from Durham attended that round to express the communi- ty’s support for the project, an important consideration for site selection. “These negotiations will in- clude extensive discussion on how the process of assessment went in Clarington,” says Dr. Stewart. “We’ll discuss what’s been developed and whether it was logical and doable.” From Sept. 19 to 21, further discussions will be held on the composition of the interna- tional treaty to create ITER and on the sharing of the re- search discoveries. The director says he is com- fortable with Canada as the first assessment site and says it is rather fitting given the fact it was the first country to submit its bid for the project. “We’ll set the benchmark,” he says, adding it is not a closed process and as the other site assessments progress there will still be time for Canada to make additions or modifica- tions to its bid, if required. “It’s an open, fair process. It’s not a sealed tender by any means,” he says. The final decision on the site selection will likely come in March or April, says Dr. Stewart. Initially, a decision was expected as early as this past summer but the process became drawn out while some countries awaited the final government approvals on their bids. But with all bids in, and the formal assessments under way, all it will take is “good politi- cal will” for the final decision to be made by the spring, Dr. Stewart says. WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 11 MOMS AND TOTS VOLLEYBALL: Games are every Wednesday at the Pickering East Shore Community Centre, 910 Liverpool Rd. S. from 9 to 11:15 a.m. Co-operative babysitting with crafts and snacks available. Call Tammy Jesson at 905-420-0652. AFTERNOON WHIST AND BRIDGE: The Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club plays every Wednesday at 1:15 p.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Cen- tre, 46 Exeter Dr., Ajax. Call Jack at 905-683-9696. AJAX-PICKERING TOASTMAS- TERS:Improve communication, speech giving, listening, presentation and other skills with help from the club, which meets Wednesdays at 7:15 p.m. at the Pickering Nuclear In- formation Centre, Montgomery Park Road, west of Brock Road. Call Mar- sha 905-686-4384 or Leithland 905- 509-8584. Visit the Web site at www.grrsystems.com/tm/. ONE PARENT SUPPORT:The Ajax- Pickering Chapter of the One Parent Families 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. THURSDAY, SEPT. 12 SENIORS’ ACTIVITIES:The Ajax Seniors’Friendship Club offers carpet bowling, snooker, and pool every Monday and Thursday at 9:30 a.m. — newcomers should come earlier — at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr., in Ajax. Call Ed or Sylvia at 905-428-8297 for bowling information, or Jack at 905-683-9696 for pool. FRIDAY, SEPT. 13 FRENCH- SPEAKING WOMEN MEET: The new season for Le Cercle Francophone d’Ajax starts tonight at 8 p.m. French-speaking women in Ajax, Pickering and Whitby are invit- ed to join the group for its meetings every five to six weeks. Call Genevieve Lefebvre, presi- dent, at 905- 725-2868. MORNING BUSINESS:The Ajax-Pickering Chapter of Busi- ness Networking Int’l. invites all business owners large and small to its weekly breakfast meet- ings from 7 to 8:30 a.m. at the Titanic Restau- rant (Ajax Go Station). Mem- bers meet week- ly to learn about each other’s business and exchange refer- rals. Call Doug at 905-837-6000 ext. 20. 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. 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Many surveys have shown that a flat tire is the most feared mechanical mishap for a majority of motorists. It’s also very wise to inspect your tire on a regular basis to remove any objects that may be embedded in the gaps. A small chip of stone or even a very small metal wire can cause a leak that may bring about a very unpleasant ending. Having a flat tire is already, upsetting, but having to install the spare wheel is another exercise in self-control. Once you have parked your car well away from moving traffic, use the safety triangle sign or a road flare to signal your presence. You should then check if the spare tire is properly inflated. Driving with an under-inflated spare tire is very dangerous. After which, you should install the jack at one of the spots indicated in the owners manual. Once in place, unscrew the nuts half way. But not before having placed a block or a stone under the front tire if the car is jacked from the rear and on a rear tire if the jack is used at the front of the vehicle. When the car is high enough from the ground to remove the tire, you unscrew the nuts, pull the tire off and install the spare wheel. Once the spares in place, tighten the nuts and then tighten them once more when the tire is in contact with the ground. It is imperative that you check with a tire shop or a service station as soon as you can. The flat tire should be immediately repaired or replaced at your expense. Also, it is very dangerous to drive long distances on a mini spare. Notice of Public Hearing The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) announces a two-day public hearing on the application by Ontario Power Generation Inc., Toronto, Ontario for the renewal of the operating licence for the Darlington Nuclear Generating Station, Bowmanville, Ontario. Hearing Day One:November 14, 2002 Place:CNSC Public Hearing Room, 14th floor, 280 Slater Street, Ottawa, Ontario Hearing Day Two:January 16, 2003 Place:CNSC Public Hearing Room, 14th floor, 280 Slater Street, Ottawa, Ontario Public hearings begin at 8:30 a.m. and follow the order listed in the agenda published prior to the hearing dates. The public is invited to participate either by oral presentation or written submission on Hearing Day Two. Requests to participate and text of oral presentations or written submissions must be filed with the Secretary of the Commission by December 17, 2002. c/o Carmen Ellyson Commission Operations Officer Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission Tel.: (613) 996-2026 or 1-800-668-5284 280 Slater St., P.O. Box 1046 Fax: (613) 995-5086 Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5S9 E-mail: interventions@cnsc-ccsn.gc.ca Members of the public are welcome to observe public hearings. 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News Advertiser Billboard September 11, 2002 Scientists, diplomats talk ITER in Durham Please recycle me!MURRAY STEWART ‘It’s a chance for them to kick the tires on the site.’ AJAX —The Ashley Manor Seniors host its annual bazaar and auction Saturday, Sept. 21. This is the 17th consecutive year the seniors have held the event. It runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 40 Kitney Dr. Other features include a bake sale and barbecue. For more information, call Don at 905-428-9045. Seniors host bazaar, auction Fax campaign under way seeking postponement of decision DURHAM ––A fax campaign, voicing opposi- tion to a new regional headquarters, is being car- ried out by several con- cerned groups. The Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce, Durham Region Home Builders Association, Clar- ington Board of Trade and Newcastle Bondhead Ratepayers Association are asking concerned residents and taxpayers to fill out and fax in a letter, request- ing Durham Region coun- cil postpone any decision on a new headquarters until after the 2003 municipal election. “This coalition felt it was necessary for the vot- ers to have a say,” said Bob Malcolmson, Chamber ex- ecutive director. “If it’s that important, it should go to the people.” Regional council has agreed in principle to a new headquarters, of up to 354,000 square feet, to consolidate some offices that are now in different lo- cations. The cost is estimated at $50 million to $70 million. Council still has to decide on some details this fall, including the building size, before it asks pre-approved companies to submit pro- posals. While a new headquar- ters building is touted to save taxpayers’ money, the groups in the coalition say there are no apparent sav- ings, just extra cost to tax- payers, Mr. Malcolmson said. “This is taxpayers’ dol- lars being spent. There’s no justification for spending it.” He noted regional coun- cil also defeated a motion by Clarington Mayor John Mutton to have the issue placed on ballots in next year’s municipal election. The chamber, Board of Trade, Bondhead Ratepay- ers Association, Home Builders and Oshawa and Clarington councils are op- posed to the headquarters proposal. Mr. Malcolmson said the fax campaign is de- signed to organize opposi- tion throughout Durham. A letter, addressed to Durham Chairman Roger Anderson and council, states the undersigned don’t feel the cost of a new building is justified and re- quests any further deci- sions be postponed until after the election. The groups are asking people to sign the letter and fax or deliver it to the chamber in Oshawa. The copies will then be passed on to regional council this fall. Copies of the letter are available at the chamber, 44 Richmond St. W., or from the other organiza- tions involved in the cam- paign. The chamber will also mail out copies. The Oshawa chamber can be reached at 905-728- 1683. A/P PAGE A12 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, September 11, 2002 www.durhamregion.com Delivering for the Future What do you call someone who runs their own business, braves summer heat and the winter chill, is on the job in the rain, snow and sleet, is always cheerful and courteous and who brings the product right to your door every time without fail while also trying to conquer the intricacies of math, science and auditioning for the first-chair saxophone in the school band? A News Advertiser Carrier Tommorow’s entrepreneurs, doctors, teachers and craftsmen are today’s newspaper carriers. learn skills that will last a lifetime, and earning a little money on the side couldn’t hurt either. 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ANDREW IWANOWSKI/ News Advertiser photo Flock of seagulls AJAX –– The waves lapping the shore of Lake Ontario bring in nu- trients for waterfowl and other feathered friends. Here, they enjoy a meal at the mouth of Duffins Creek as the sun shines overhead. Changing diapers, changing attitudes A working mother of three in Durham Region responded to my re- cent cloth diaper column with valu- able information and comments. She was concerned about the num- ber of disposable diapers ending up in landfill sites and noted there exists at least one company that picks up disposable diapers and recycles them. The company, Smallplanet, picks up disposable baby diapers and recy- cles them using new technology. The pulp and plastic in the diapers are recovered, and those elements re- enter the manufacturing process to create new products. Smallplanet claims its diaper processor has the capacity to process more than one tonne of diapers per hour. And, if you’re not prepared to wash reusable diapers, there are other local firms that offer convenient ser- vices. The same reader noted when our great-grandmothers were making cloth diapers they were acting in a more ecologically-friendly manner than we are in our increasingly throw-away culture, but adds those women didn’t also hold full-time jobs, as many do today. It is difficult to compare the two eras. In earlier times, many mothers were basically homemakers. They worked diligently to make ends meet and there was little extra money for luxuries and, in many cases, necessi- ties. My snowsuit in Grade 1 was re- modelled from my father’s air force uniform. Children, however, were able to play for hours using their imaginations. Today’s offspring are driven to many activities, are bom- barded with marketing messages to purchase disposable gadgets, and many have an attention span mea- sured in minutes. The fact two incomes are often re- quired to provide a home and modern conveniences places a greater burden on today’s parents. According to the United Nations’ Environment Program, 85 per cent of the world’s resources are consumed by 20 per cent of its population. In other words, those of us living in in- dustrialized nations. Further, Sustain- able Development Information Ser- vice reports people living in industri- alized countries consume between 45 and 85 tonnes of resources each year. Clearly, the planet cannot support this level of consumption, particular- ly given the growth in global popula- tion. Unfortunately, new disposable face cloths, floor wipes and the in- creasing use of anti-bacterial agents in everything are all products being marketed to today’s parents without concern for the ramifications regard- ing our children. Larraine Roulston Recycler’s Corner roulstonlp@sympatico.ca Local group fights to stop new Durham HQ BOB MALCOLMSON ‘This coalition felt it was necessary for the voters to have a say.’ Mushroom hunt set for Sept. 25 in Ajax AJAX —Mushrooms and fungi are on the menu at a free seminar later this month. An expert with the Toronto and Region Con- servation Authority will lead a tour of the Green- wood Conservation Area in north Ajax, looking for fungi, learning how to iden- tify them and uncovering their growing spaces. It’s set for Wednesday, Sept. 25 from 6 to 8 p.m. and the Greenwood site is on Greenwood Road, off Westney Road North, in Ajax. For more information, call the TRCA at 416-661- 6600, ext. 5660. BY AL RIVETT Sports Editor PICKERING — The Pickering Boyer Pontiac Panthers were left on the sidelines at the seventh annual OHA Pre-Season Tournament in Vaughan. After winning its opening game of round-robin action last Thursday, downing the Oakville Blades 6-4, the Panthers dropped their next two con- tests to finish out of the running for a playoff berth in the tournament that showcased teams in the OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League (OPJAHL) and the best junior squads in the U.S. The Panthers lost 4-3 to Lowell, Massachusetts in Game 2 Saturday night in what head coach Jim Wilson said was the club’s best game of the tournament. Conversely, Sunday’s Game 3 effort was a ragged one for the Panthers who were beaten 6-4 by the Streetsville Derbys of the OPJAHL’s West Conference. The West Conference’s Brampton Capitals were crowned champions after a 5-4 overtime win in the final against the St. Michael’s Buzzers, who com- pete in the South Conference along with the Panthers. While Wilson was pleased with the overall team play in the Lowell contest, the gains made were erased by a lack- lustre effort against the Derbys. “That was, by far, our poorest game,” said Wilson of the loss to Streetsville. “Playing three games in two-and-a-half days, fatigue became more apparent, mistakes grew and we really didn’t play well as a team.” Wilson pointed to the overall cohe- siveness of the team, especially in the Lowell game, with the Panthers’break- out patterns and their puck movement in the offensive zone emerging as posi- Ajax man pulls out of Canadian Open after two holes BY AL RIVETT Sports Editor AJAX —It was the worst of weeks for Ajax golfer Gordie Burns. The 28-year-old golf pro was unwillingly relegated to the gallery at the Bell Canadian Open at the Angus Glen Golf Course in Markham last week, a rib injury forcing him to pull out. “It was my first (Professional Golf Asso- ciation) tournament; the biggest tournament of my life and I couldn’t play. It was very upsetting,” said a downcast Burns, who was in the Open after earning an automatic ex- emption in July at a qualifying tournament in Burlington. Burns said the injury occurred during a practice round four days before Thursday’s first round of the Open. He felt some dis- comfort at that time, but the pain in his rib cage became progressively worse in the lead-up to the tournament. He took any and all treatments, including painkillers and having freezing injected in the area just prior to start of the first round, in an attempt to counteract the pain. Unfor- tunately, nothing worked. “I went to a chiropractor and I went to an acupuncturist. I had it frozen at the hospital on the Thursday just before tee off. My muscles started to spasm when I hit a few balls on the range before teeing off,” he said. Despite the freezing, the pain was still great when he walked up to the first tee. Two holes into the course, he was not only unable to swing, but he was having difficul- ty breathing, which prompted him to give up on his long-held dream to play in a PGA tournament. The pain was “too bad to tee off, but I wanted to try anyway. I wanted to see if I could play and grind through it. I played two holes and I couldn’t swing and I couldn’t breathe. The muscle spasms were too bad. Two hours after driving off the course I was still gasping for air,” he said. Burns knows exactly what caused his ill- fated rib injury. A new swing technique he’d been using in the past month relied on dif- ferent muscles in his rib cage area and back. These muscles, however, became strained due to overuse. “I overworked an underdeveloped muscle group. I worked too hard and they weren’t developed enough,” he explained. Burns already has had X-rays of his rib cage that revealed no breaks. He expects to have a bone scan performed in a few days that will better determine if there are any fractures. Suffice it to say, Burns will be off the golf course for the next four to six weeks. To add insult to injury, the ribs will keep www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, September 11, 2002 PAGE B1 P RODNEYS OYSTER BAR www.magwyerspub.com SEPT. 12/02 PICKERING TOYOTA ATHLETE OF THE WEEK577 Kingston Rd. Pickering 420-9000 WE ARE HERE WEST - 401 - EAST HWY. 2 HARWOODWESTNEYBROCKLIVERPOOLWHITESN Jordan Matthews, 16, of Ajax, and partner Peter Hrkal, also 16, of Caledon, spent the summer on the beaches of Ontario, playing in the Ontario Volleyball Association’s Youth Provincial Beach Tour. A first- and two second-place efforts at tour stops at Toronto’s Ashbridges Bay in June helped the duo enter last month’s provincial championships at Wasaga Beach as the second-seeded team in the 16-and-under midget boys’ division. 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Pain Burns golfer’s dream Panthers score highs and lows on the ice at pre-season tourney Leksinska Ducks advances for location, balance Pickering tennis player chooses University of Oregon as collegiate home BY AL RIVETT Sports Editor PICKERING — Courted by several top American colleges, a Pick- ering tennis player served notice her game is going to the birds. Make that Ducks. As in the University of Oregon Ducks — the school Pick- ering tennis phenom Anna Leksinska will make her tennis home on an athletic scholarship for the next four years. The top-ranked Ontario junior tennis player leaves Sunday for the Eugene, Oregon campus and begins school soon after. “I’m extremely excited; I can’t wait to go,” said the 18-year-old, who has been ranked as high as number- seven in Canadian junior tennis rankings. Leksinska said she was See PANTHERS page B2 See INJURY page B12 ANNA LEKSINSKA Preparing to play tennis for the University of Oregon Ducks. 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Pickering Home Design Centre PICKERING OUTLET HWY 401 Sears Pickering Furniture & Appliance Outlet 1755 Pickering Parkway (Formerly Sport Mart at the Pickering Design Centre) Store hours: Mon. - Wed. 10 am - 6 pm Thurs. & Fri. 10 am - 9 pm Saturday 9:30 am - 6pm Sunday 12 noon - 5 pm SEARS CLUB CardsWelcome Shop often...save big on Sears quality at discounted prices Special offers in effect 4 days only.Thursday, September 12th, 02 to Sunday, September 15th, 02 SEARS® Copyright 2002. Sears Canada Inc. Personal shopping only. All merchandise sold “as is” and all sales are final. No exchanges, returns or adjustments on previously purchased merchandise, savings offers cannot be combined. No dealers: we reserve the right to limit quantities. Prices do not include home delivery. Although we strive for accuracy, unintentional errors may occur. 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All three Dolphins teams posted victories over Oshawa in Central Ontario Minor Football League play at the Oshawa Civic Stadium. The tykes won 18-0, the atoms 24- 18 and the peewees 37-24. The tykes provided a solid effort on both sides of the ball to bring down the Hawkeyes. Kareem Tucker scored his first touchdown of the season as the offensive unit looked good moving the ball against the previously undefeated Hawkeyes. The offensive line, led by centre Brad Eustace, Nick De- Freitas, Alex Green, Dan Lefreuvre, Ryan Colvin, Sandy Scotland and Jelane Roberts, had a great day. Re- ceivers Jeffrey McIlravey, Matthew Smith, Joshua Brown-Myrie and Nick Beurl- ing also contributed solid play. Tyler Grayer had another solid effort, scoring two touchdowns; David Wilson provided offensive punch, along with Giancarlo Amenta and Richard Quittenton. The defence, with its sec- ond consecutive shutout, was led by Brandon Misseri, Jor- dan Ali and Dillon Campbell and kept the Hawkeyes off balance with constant pres- sure, capped off by an inter- ception by Denver Wright. Meanwhile, in the peewee contest, the Dolphins led from start to finish, piling up a 31-8 third-quarter lead and then holding off the Hawkeyes in the final quarter. Every player on the 41-man roster contributed to the victo- ry, especially the offensive line of Andrew Smith, Bren- don Eadie, Richard Morrison, Jesse MacPherson, Brendan Santos, Dylan Lock and Sean Walker, which had its finest game as a starting unit. Jahmoy Tyrell, Elboron Barzegar, David Priestman, Shanic Thomas and Andrew Smith scored touchdowns. The defence was again equal to the task as intercep- tions by Kyle Exume, Robert Spagnola and Elboron Barze- gar snuffed out potential scor- ing drives. Exume also kicked a 36-yard field goal in the third quarter. Once again, special teams play by Troy Davis and Byron Metcalfe contributed to the victory. No scoring information was available for the atom game. tive signs. Pickering’s ability to score also shone through in the tournament with Cory York, formerly of the Toron- to Young Nats midgets, potting all three goals against Lowell. The juniors, however, struggled in their own zone much of the time through the course of the tournament, said Wilson. “All in all, we showed we could score but, as a group, we have an enor- mous amount of work to do defensive- ly. In terms of team defence, we had far too many goals scored against us,” he said. James Gadon scored two goals, and York and Ryan Taylor notched one apiece in the Streetsville contest. The Panthers will practice this week in preparation for the start of the 2002- 03 regular season Saturday night in Markham against the Waxers. 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They don’t take their tennis seriously.” Oregon clearly takes its women’s tennis more seriously, she noted. Proof of that is the school’s current top-30 ranking in the U.S., with de- signs on moving as high as top 15 next season. In addition, the Ducks toil in ar- guably the toughest conference in America — the Pac 10 — facing such tennis heavyweights as Stanford Uni- versity, UCLA, the University of Ari- zona and Arizona State University. “There’s some really tough com- petition there, so I’m going to a good place to play tennis,” said the Dun- barton High School graduate. Aside from the tennis and acade- mics, the friendliness of the campus and the beauty of the state also stayed with her on her recruitment trip prior to signing her letter of intent last April. “The positioning of the campus is outstanding; an hour to the east there’s snowboarding and an hour to the west is surfing. The academics are very good and the people there are so nice and friendly. I really en- joyed that west coast attitude.” Right from her arrival in Eugene, she’ll begin her training regimen of four hours each day. In late October, she’ll get a chance to play at the Rolex Regional Tournament at Stan- ford University in Palo Alto, Califor- nia. Prior to leaving for Oregon, Leksinska played at her final Ontario junior tennis event — the Megacity Tennis Championship — at the Rosedale Tennis Club last weekend. Competing in 18-and-under singles, Leksinska captured the crown after defeating Jelena Zivanovic of Toron- to in straights, 6-2, 6-2, in the final. At Montreal two weeks ago, Leksinska made her 12th appearance at the summer nationals. Unfortu- nately, she didn’t do as well as she had hoped in singles and doubles play. In singles, she lost to number- two seeded Katie Shuleva of Oakville 7-5, 6-4. In doubles with partner Is- abel Javos of Toronto, they lost in the quarter-finals to Cynthia Goulet and Melanie Gloria of Quebec. While her major is as yet unde- clared at Oregon, she’s interested in the biotech field and genetic engi- neering, and will likely enter the field of biology, biochemistry of pre-med at the college. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, September 11, 2002 PAGE B3 P SSunday, September 22, 2002 11:00 am - 4:30 pmSunday, September 22, 2002 11:00 am - 4:30 pm Fashion Show 3:00 pm Fashion Show 3:00 pm Tickets Available at: •Ajax/Pickering News Advertiser Office •Galbraith Jewellers •Tuxedo Royale •Pickering Photo •The Bay - Pickering Tickets Available at: •Ajax/Pickering News Advertiser Office •Galbraith Jewellers •Tuxedo Royale •Pickering Photo •The Bay - Pickering TicketsTickets •Door Prizes •Refreshments & Hors d’oeuvres compliments of Bunnys Catering •Grand Prizes •Door Prizes •Refreshments & Hors d’oeuvres compliments of Bunnys Catering •Grand Prizes Pickering Recreation Complex,1876 Valley Farm Rd.Pickering Recreation Complex,1876 Valley Farm Rd. 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Thompson Kernaghan played Road Trailer Rentals in this game, with the Road Trailer team emerging victorious 17-7. Pickering tennis player on court for Oregon DURHAM —Players can sign up for the Durham West fall basketball house league this week. The Thursday night league is for youth born 1985 to 1992. Each team plays 10 games, plus playoff con- tests. Registration is Thursday, Sept. 12 from 6 to 6:45 p.m. at Lincoln Alexander Public School, 95 Church St. N., Ajax. Cost is $105 per player. For more information, call 905- 668-4128. Register Thursday for new youth basketball season AJAX ––The Ajax Lions Basket- ball Club is looking to roar again this year after a success- ful 2001-2002 cam- paign on the hard- wood. In preparation for the coming hoops season the club will host a se- ries of tryouts for its Ontario Basketball Association repre- sentative teams next month. Tryouts started Tuesday and contin- ue Friday, Sept. 13 for the novice and atom age groups at Westney Heights Public School, 45 Brennan Rd., from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Bantams and midget tryouts are at Archbishop Denis O'Connor Catholic High School, 80 Man- drake St., from 7:45 p.m. to 9 p.m. that evening. Tryouts will be completed Tuesday, Sept. 17. For more information, call the Lions organization at 905-683-4983 or 416-571-2801, or e- mail your queries to lions@rogers.com. Lions league hosts tryouts PICKERING from page B1 A/P PAGE B4 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, September 11, 2002 www.durhamregion.com SUSAN MESSMERSUSAN MESSMER School Of DanceSchool Of Dance M.B.A.T.D 43 Station St. • 905-426-8418 • Ajax43 Station St. • 905-426-8418 • Ajax Ballet, Tap,Ballet, Tap, Jazz, PointeJazz, Pointe 2002 DANCE AMERICA TAP DANCE CHAMPIONS Ages 3 years & up Annual Recitals Exams Recreation to Competitive Qualified Teachers •Susan Messmer M.B.A.T.D •Lindsay Messmer ABATD Ryerson Fine Arts Graduate •Merle Gonsalves ABATD BFA York Graduate Registration at studio 43 Station St. FAMOUS ADULT TAP/JAZZ 1st Place National Dance1st Place National Dance America ChampionshipsAmerica Championships “Sit Down”“Sit Down” SPACES STILL AVAILABLE Enroll Now For Fall Classes 1885 Glenanna Rd., Suite #103 Ajax/Pickering 905-420-9930 FALL PROGRAMS Powerskating For All Ages Scarborough 159 Dynamic Drive 416-412-0404 scarborough@icesports.com Oshawa 1401 Phillip Murray Ave 905-725-6951 oshawa@icesports.com LEARN TO SKATE HOCKEY TIPS 4 TOTS For Kids, Youths & Adults For Beginner Players FALL REGISTRATIONFALL REGISTRATIONFALL REGISTRATION A rts &Entertainment NEWS ADVERTISER SEPTEMBER 11, 2002 ANDREW IWANOWSKI/ News Advertiser photo A bounty of bubbles PICKERING –– Jenna Greene blows bubbles with abandon during opening ceremonies of the Catching Fireflies creative arts centre for children. The grand opening celebration Sunday brought local kids out to learn more about the centre, located in the Brock Road and Bayly Street area. White’s star shines brightly on stage Smokey Joe’s Café role adds to Pickering performer’s resume BY AL RIVETT Staff Editor PICKERING — A Pickering ac- tress is having the time of her life play- ing a lead role in a renowned Missis- sauga dinner theatre production. Michelle White is currently working at Stage West in Mississauga in its pro- duction of ‘Smokey Joe’s Café’, a musi- cal that debuted July 18 and ends its run this Sunday, Sept. 15. Since the curtain raiser, the cast has performed eight shows each week. “It’s challenging, but we’re enjoying the show. It’s fine,” said White, whose varied career has included singing, act- ing and dancing in Canadian and U.S. productions. The Brenda Braxton role could have been gift-wrapped for the talented per- former as it was so well suited for her, and she added the play gives each of the nine cast members a chance to stretch their acting and singing muscles. “The way the show is tailored, it showcases each of us individually as well as collectively,” said White, who performs scat singing in the course of the show. “I’m having a great time. It’s a fabu- lous cast with no weak links. There are very strong performers, solid vocalists... it’s a really nice blend.” White has come a long way since studying musical theatre and perform- ing in high school productions at Wex- ford Collegiate in Scarborough, dancing and singing at Canada’s Wonderland and singing in wedding bands 14 years ago. During that time, she studied dance, vocal music and flute and piano, receiving her Grade 8 honours from the Royal Conservatory of Music in piano and voice. She attended the University of Toronto where she received degrees in philosophy and computer science. But, following graduation, her focus and ul- timately her career path returned to where it had always been — perform- ing. Her varied career has blossomed to include all facets of performing, with several plum acting and singing engage- ments along the way. Most noteworthy was her part in the original Broadway touring company of ‘Showboat’, by legendary director Harold Prince, which toured the U.S. for two full years. “It was one of the best experiences ever,” enthused White. Ironically, she didn’t get the part in the Canadian production of the show, but was hired as part of New York’s Broadway chorus for the touring com- pany. She worked with veteran actor Tom Bosley, who played the role of Captain Andy in the touring company. Bosley is best known for his work as Howard Cunningham in the long-running sitcom ‘Happy Days’. “He was great; I really enjoyed working with him. He had a lot to offer with being in show business for so long,” she said. “One fact I wasn’t aware of was he had his start in musical the- atre. I recognized him as a TV actor, but I didn’t realize he did Broadway.” White was also part of the original Toronto company of Disney’s ‘The Lion King’. She served as the understudy for the roles of ‘Shenzi’, the nasty hyena, and ‘Sarabi’, Simba’s mom. She also served as a ‘swing’, filling in on an as- needed basis for the 10 female vocalists. She made regular appearances as the production was a “high-injury” show because of the weight of the puppets used to replicate the animals. She was on stage “every day and on some days I was three people,” she laughed. Her major love, though, is jazz singing and she has played engage- ments as part of Archie Alleyne’s big band. Alleyne is a notable jazz drum- mer, who has played with the likes of jazz legend Billie Holiday. Her most memorable show with the band was a tribute to Duke Ellington, performed at the Montreal Bistro in 1999. At the end of her engagement at Stage West, she plans to return to New York where she has auditioned for sev- eral productions while also starring in ‘Smokey Joe’s Café’. MICHELLE WHITE ‘I’m having a great time.’ Ajax Film Circuit presents ‘The Shipping News’ AJAX —‘The Shipping News’ is the next feature in the Ajax Film Cir- cuit. The circuit kicks off a new season Wednesday, Sept. 18 with the film based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Annie Proulx. It stars Academy Award-winner Kevin Spacey as Quoyle, who returns to his ancestral home in Killick-Claw, Newfoundland with his Aunt Agnis, played by Dame Judi Dench. Quoyle begins life anew as a reporter for The Gammy Bird. The film is being shown at the Ajax Cineplex Odeon theatres, at Hwy. 2 and Pickering Beach Road, starting at 7 p.m. Advance tickets are available at all three branches of the Ajax Public Library, at a cost of $6.50. On the day of the show, tickets can be bought at the theatre box office for $7. The circuit is offering an eight-film season’s pass for $48. Movies in the circuit are shown on the third Wednesday of each month and proceeds go towards a new main library branch. Upcoming features in- clude ‘Monsoon Wedding’ Oct. 16 and ‘A Passage to Ottawa’ Jan. 15. The November film has not yet been confirmed. The circuit is presented in co-oper- ation with the Toronto International Film Festival Group by the Friends of the Ajax Public Library. For more information, call Ian Leckie at 905-427-1522. A cappella chorus courts new members DURHAM —A women’s chorus invites new members into the fold for the coming season. The Eastside Harmony Chorus, a group for those in the Ajax and Pick- ering areas, is looking for new mem- bers. The award-winning a cappella chorus sings and performs throughout the year. People who love to sing and want to learn more about music while hav- ing fun are invited to come out to the first rehearsal Thursday, Sept. 12 at 7:30 p.m. and for six subsequent Thursday nights. Eastside Harmony Chorus meets for three hours each Thursday night, starting at 7:30 p.m., at the West Rouge Community Centre on Rouge Hills Drive in Scarborough (at Port Union Road). For more information, call 905- 428-3053. Advertorial Your child’s education is a partnership consisting of your child, teachers, and parents. Many parents have a hectic work schedule and a busy social life, including the organization of their children’s extracurricular activities. To get the most out of your time with your child, and to keep involved in your child’s education to the fullest, here are some ideas. 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Senior Advisor to Grade Expectation Staying Involved in your Child’s Education RALPH GOLBERG Ajax Councillor Ward 1 TEL: 427-9673 RGOLBERG@TOWNOFAJAX.COM Thursday, September 19, 2002 7:30 p.m. Ajax Community Centre Commodore Room If your family participates in Ajax baseball, please plan to attend this very important meeting. We need your help! j a x S p a r tans'Minor Baseball Associ a t i o nA Various positions are up for election For more information call Audrey Sibley Isenor 905-683-1066 “The success of our association depends on you our members. Call now” www.ajaxbaseball.org So You Want To Be A Rock star We Can Help Qualified Private Instruction in: Guitar, Bass, Piano, Drums, Violin, Voice and Flute. 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In the front row are children Zachary and Sebastian, along with their friend Brandon Cook. In the background are staff members Pinky Patel, Nadalia Bebee, Tracy Dean and Kelly Rinder. A silent auction was held during grand opening ceremonies with proceeds to Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital. This show is for the birds and those who love them Durham Avicultural Society members flock together Sept. 21-22 BY NATALIE MILLER Staff Writer DURHAM ––While an Oshawa woman sat on her deck on a warm Au- gust morning, five birds flew over to her and begged for a taste from her yo- gurt-dipped spoon. Gerry Harper’s deck is a caged-in avian playground equipped with climbing ropes, branches and dangling toys to entertain her feathered friends. There’s Mango, the double yellow- head amazon; Chica, the severe macaw; and 10 other smaller birds that share her living space. “They’re excellent company,” Ms. Harper says. Bird lovers in Durham Region are gearing up for the 43rd Canadian Na- tional Cage Bird Show on Saturday, Sept. 21 and Sunday, Sept. 22 at Ju- bilee Pavilion in Oshawa. While it’s an opportunity for breeders to show their finest, it’s also an event to introduce the public to the joys of bird owner- ship. “They’re good companions,” Ms. Harper notes. “They love to play.” Her collection started with Sydney, a cockatiel, around three years ago. Unfortunately the cockatiel flew out the back door when some less bird- conscious guests were visiting their home. She now has six cages in her tidy dining room, but most of the birds spend their time frolicking in their outside cage during the summer. Ms. Harper is a member of the Durham Avicultural Society, the bird club that is hosting the national show, which is only held in eastern Canada every other year. Visitors will see and hear birds from the smallest finches to the largest macaws. The exhibitors, primarily from Ontario and Quebec, will show their lovebirds, parrots, bud- gies and canaries of a variety of colours and sizes. Judges from the United States and Europe will critique their entries. “If you like birds, you’re going to see an (assortment),” says show man- ager John Zerafa. “It’s a fascinating hobby.” Residents can enter their pet birds into a competition by taking their feathered friends to the event Sunday. There are also birds for sale, bird para- phernalia, a silent auction and raffle. Jubilee Pavilion is in Lakeview Park at the foot of Simcoe Street South. The show is open to the public from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $3 for adults and $2 for seniors and children under 12. Visit www.birdclub.ca to found out more about the Durham Avicultural Society. Hearth Place benefit helps ease pain of those living with cancer DURHAM ––Jazz, rock and a bit of opera will fill Kingsview United Church with music Sept. 15 to bene- fit Hearth Place Cancer Support Cen- tre. Phantom of the Opera and Les Miserables star Robert Pilon head- lines the Sunday night event. Mark Slaughter, founder of the rock group Slaughter will fly in from Nashville for an acoustic performance, while the music of Dale Russell, former lead guitarist for The Guess Who, promises to lift the spirits of audience members. CTV news anchor Ken Shaw will host the benefit concert, introducing the roster of talented performers, in- cluding jazz musicians David Jo- hanns and Shannon Gaye. The grand finale anticipates local children join- ing Pilon for a resounding conclusion to what promises to be an entertain- ing evening. Hearth Place is a re- source centre where people living with cancer can find support and re- sources for themselves and their fam- ilies. 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Videos, resources, info offered at annual meeting Learning disabilities group meets in Pickering Village AJAX — The Learning Disabilities Association of Durham Region does its an- nual business later this month. The association’s annual general meeting is Thurs- day, Sept. 26 at St. An- drew’s Presbyterian Church, 35 Church St. N. in Pickering Village. Come meet the executive, watch the video ‘The Joy of Stress: How to Prevent Hardening of the Attitudes’, explore resources, learn about advocacy and find out about upcoming guest speakers and workshops. For more information, call 905-571-1145. Durham AIDS walk rolls on Sept. 22 DURHAM ––Take a walk and help raise funds for the fight against AIDS. The AIDS Committee of Durham is holding its 8th annual AIDS Walk Durham on Sept. 22. Organizers hope to raise $20,000 this year, after having raised more than $16,000 last year. Individuals or teams of at least five walkers can take part. To be eligible for team prizes, registration must be made by Sept. 20. Registration will begin at 11:30 a.m. at the Oshawa Armouries, 53 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa. The walk it- self will begin at 1 p.m. following a candle-lighting ceremony. A reception will follow the walk. Walkers will be eligible for an early bird prize if they have handed in their collected pledge money by Sept. 20. All walkers who raise $300 will receive a prize. All walkers who raise more than $500 will receive an addi- tional prize plus a $50 gift certificate from Aldo shoes. Canada’s top four walkers will win a return airline tick- et to any destination in continental North America. For more information on register- ing for the walk and obtaining pledge forms, contact the AIDS Committee of Durham at info@aidsdurham.com or 905-576-1445. Flock to Durham nature festival DURHAM ––Nature lovers can see a live bald eagle, build a birdhouse and learn about bugs at an upcoming festival. 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CASUAL PART TIME warehouse help wanted. 3 & 4 Daytime shifts. Send resumes to 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, On. L1H 2H5. Attention Tim Harris. COOK, P/T position avail. Durhamdale, Y.O. open cus- tody. 22hrs/wk, $13.10/hr. 1-2 years cooking exp. required. Fax resume to 905-686-3070 by Sept. 16/02. EARN EXTRA $$$ while your kids are in school. People who can work Monday thru Friday 9a.m. - noon, 3-4 days per week. Call Derek at DOMINOES PIZZA 905- 718-8195 EXPANSION rapidly growing company is presently hiring full and part time employees. High earnings. Must be 18 or over, own transportation. Neat in appearance. (905) 579-7814. EXPERIENCED HAIRSTYLIST required full and part time for the Hair Care Centre in the Whitby Mall. Call Nick or Derek 905-723-0211. EXPERIENCED housekeepers/ Custodians wanted. Minimal housekeeping experience an asset, will train. $8-$9/hour. Fax resume to Joseph at 905-721- 3200 or call 905-721-3111 ext. 2473 EXPERIENCED LINE COOK for busy restaurant in Port Perry. Good wages, incentive monthly bonus. Experienced Waitstaff, minimum 2 years. Weekend Host(ess) required. Call (905)985–7224 or fax (905)985-0957 FABRIC STORE located in Pickering requires part-time sales help. Sewing and drapery experience essential. Call 905-831-5223 or fax re- sume to 416-286-5223. FITNESS DEPOT IS currently looking for motivated, energe- tic individuals to fill sales as- sociate positions. Full-time to start immediately. Call Lee 905-839–1922. FRESH AIR,exercise and more. Call for a carrier route in your area today. 905-683–5117. FULL TIME KITCHEN HELP needed, experience preferred. Apply in person: The Hunter's Horn, 965 Dundas St. West, Whitby EASY PHONE WORK Appointment Setting No Selling National Company modern upbeat office. Permanent F/T days. Great hours. Hourly plus generous bonus$$. Start immediately. Call for interview (905)426-1322 CUSTOMER SERVICE/ ORDER TAKERS $21.50/HR. AVG. 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Fax resume to: (905) 404-8877 Attention Scott Woods GREEN LAWN CARE "The Natural Choice" [LOGO] LAWN CARE TECHNICIANS NEEDED We Offer: • Valuable Industry Training and Certification • Growth Opportunities With An Industry Leader • Uniforms Provided You Provide: • A Clean Valid Drivers License With Abstract • Above Average Communication Skills • Excellent Customer Service Skills • Ability to Work With Minimum Supervision Starting Salary: With Applicators Licence 5 Day Week @ 60hrs = $780 Without Applicators Licence 5 Day Week @ 60 hrs= $720 Call: 905-434-7992 ext 5009 Fax Resume to: 905-579-2619 Or Email: Oshwawa@greenlawncare.com www.greenlawncare.com HIRING IMMEDIATELY Openings for 10 people For easy phone work Will train, experience is an asset Competitive salary + bonus Full & part-time positions Call for interview 905-426-1322 DURHAM'S SALES LEADER Employment Opportunities F/T New & Used Car Sales P/T Lot Attendant & Gen. Maint. Call (905)420–2925 or 1-866-420-3933 LANDSCAPE LABOURERS Required Immediately Experience preferred. Safety boots needed. Driver's license needed. Transportation necessary. Call 905-404–0602 or Fax 1-888-733-1133 Today! $100 HIRING BONUS No Experience Necessary • No Nights, Weekends or Holidays • Paid Training & Workmen’s Compensation Ajax/Pickering Location 905-837-9601 Work part-time hours with the World’s NUMBER 1 Home Cleaning Service Moving Van Foreman Wanted. Must have valid DZ license. Experienced foreman preferred, but not necessary, will train. Please forward resumes to: Box 160 Bowmanville, ON, L1C 3K9 GENERAL LABOURERS Whitby, $8.75/hour OPEN HOUSE FOR IMMEDIATE PLACEMENTS!! Bring your resume, references, and photo identification to the Whitby Chamber of Commerce (128 Brock St. South in Whitby) on Thursday September 12, 2002 from 10am- 2pm and meet with our People Bank representative. All applicants must have safety boots and reliable transportation to and from the Whitby area. For more information, please contact : Susan Mercer Phone: (905) 470-3111 Fax: (905) 470-5822 Email: smercer@thepeoplebank.com www.thepeoplebank.com Herzing Services Inc. Insurance Restoration Company, Durham looking for ageneral labourer previous experience in fire and flood restoration an asset. Valid drivers license a must. Fax Resume to (905)428-9811 Start Your Career Now! SERVICES 419 King St. W. Suite 203, Oshawa Please call 905-434-5425 Kelly Services is actively recruiting UNLOADERS and ASSEMBLERS Our clients are located in the Durham Region. Jobs are physically demanding, safety shoes and reliable transportation required. Don’t miss this opportunity! A S INGSEMLB 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 [aerus logo on file] AERUS HOME WELLNESS EXPANDING IN YOUR AREA Ground floor opportunity to help intoduce new home wellness products to the consumer!! AIR / SURFACE / WATER Taking applications for: • Aerus Consultants PT / FT • Customer Service Reps • Recruiters • Trainers • Manager Trainees For More Information Call: 905-723-4163 Or Fax Your Resume To: 905-723-3411 STAINLESS STEEL FABRICATOR Custom stainless steel fabrication shop specializing in food equipment is looking for a person fully experienced in Tig welding and fabrication. Apply in person: 200 Fuller Rd., Unit #12 Ajax Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm, see Bill McGuire 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help [ONTARIO HYUNDAI LOGO] Immediate opening for: Licensed Technician Excellent Working Environment Dental & Medical Plan Busy Flat Rate Shop Tremendous Dealership Growth Call (905) 668-5100 or fax (905) 668-2753 Attention: John Orton CLASS A LICENSED MECHANIC • General/Front end • Start immediately • GM experience an asset Call Grant Brock 905-623-3396 Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Busy Electrical Motor Repair Shop requires an Apprentice Mechanic to train in the repair of electrical equipment. Must have Grade 12 English and Math and must possess a good mechanical aptitude. Also, must be willing to work shifts. Please fax resume to:905-686-2532. Only accepted resumes will be notified. CABINET MAKER Experienced person required to assemble millwork components. Apply in person: 200 Fuller Rd., Unit 12, Ajax Mon-Fri 8am-4pm see Bill McGuire Very Busy GM Dealership has Immediate Openings for the following: 2 General Mechanics Bodyshop Repair Person or 2nd yr Apprentice Bodyshop estimator Painter We are looking for experienced people, General Motors training an asset. We offer a competitive flat rate wage and a very extensive benefit package including, personal paid days, major medical, optical, drugs, dental, long and short term disability, Master and Grandmaster incentives and more. In exchange we ask for quality work and professionalism. Please send resume att'n: Ed Hayden General Service Manager Fax 905-668-7400 Edhayden@gusbrown.com 500 Career Training 500 Career Training 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help ACCOUNTING/ADMINISTRATIVE CLERK One Year Contract Required for busy construction office. Minimum 5 years experience in all aspects of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Job Costing. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Applications. Knowledge of Jonas Software an asset. Forward resume complete with references to: File #837 Oshawa This Week 865 Farewell St., Oshawa ON L1H 7L5 525 Office Help 525 Office Help ADMINISTRATOR for New Home Sales Office of major home builder in Ajax. Must have both people and computer skills (Excel & Word). Must also be able to work evenings and weekends. Please fax resume to 905-619-0546 Attention: Trudy 510 General Help 510 General Help AERUS ELECTROLUX ™ FAMILY GROUP SUPPORT FACILITATOR. The successful candidate will provide support to a number of families who have joined together to form a caring family group in the Durham area. This group is dedicated to planning for a better life for their adult sons/ daughters with disabilities. This is a part-time 20-hour/ week position. Need flexible hours-evenings and wee- kends, some days. Position will commence immediately. See www.swatjobs.com Job Ad #890 for additional infor- mation. Email resume: jlmcgill@sympatico.ca or mail to: Family Groups, 278 Kerrybrook Dr., Richmond Hill, ON L4C 3R1. FEE BASED FINANCIAL Plan- ner in an established practise is looking to add a key person to their team. Applicants must be self-managed and have excellent organizational and communication skills; be highly proficient in Word, Ex- cel, PowerPoint and general internet based functions. Most importantly, you must have a real passion to serve clients and others on the team. This role will involve completing fi- nancial and tax projections; servicing and processing in- surance and money based products; and clients commu- nication as directed by the Senior Financial Planner. The applicant should have com- pleted the general mutual funds (of CSC) and/or the life insurance licensing course. Ideally applicant would have their CFP or be in progress of completion. Having a busi- ness degree/diploma or ex- perience in a financial servic- es organization is a must. Your role would be to support a Senior Financial Planning Assistant. The future growth of this would lead to a Senior Assistant's position, with the optional potential to grow and become a Senior Financial Planner within the existing practise. No marketing skills are required initially but a de- sire to learn and grow in this area would be necessary. If you are looking to learn the Fee Based Financial Planning business and work with client driven team...then this role is for you! Please forward your resume complete with salary expectations.. Please email: sandy@askpage.com FULL and part time positions available for HAIRDRESSERS, ESTHETICIANS and NAIL TECHNICIANS. Established salon and spa with full clien- tele, offering flexible hours, ongoing training, educational programs as well as industry leading salaries and commis- sions, are only a few of the benefits this innovative salon has to offer. Please call Vicki Irwin @ home to ensure total confidentiality. Call now for immediate hiring to start Oct. 1, 2002 and for further expan- sion in January, 2003. Mys- tique Roots and Aveda Con- cept Salon & Spa, Cobourg, Ontario. Home Phone: 905- 373-0540; Fax: 905-377-9721; email: cstv@sympatico.ca HAIRSTYLIST WANTED full or part time. Salary plus com- mission. Pickering Town Cen- tre. Call Joe at 905-839-2127 or 905-683-9670 or Vince 905- 477-6597. DAGMAR RESORT full & part time office positions available immediately. Accepting resumes for seasonal snowschool@skidagmar.com or call 905-686-3207 or 905- 649-2002 HOMEWORKERS NEEDED! To assemble our products- Mailing/Processing Our Cir- culars - Copy/Mailing PC Disk Program. No experience needed. Free information. Send SASE to: Crafts, 8-7777 Keele St. Ref. 7-207 Concord Ont. L4K 1Y7 IMMEDIATE Part time posi- tions available for caring, fun,. reliable people wishing to work with children. C.P.R. an asset. Fax resume to: Ex- treme Fitness, Tot Spot, 905- 426-7880, or come in person to: Extreme Fitness 1755 Pickering Parkway (Home & Design Centre plaza) Picker- ing, Ontario. LANDSCAPE/SNOW PLOW- ING CO. needs labourers with valid drivers license for gen- eral help. Year round work. Durham area. Call Jim (416)891–3365 LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE Foreman & labourers required immediately. Transportation to and from work required. Competitive wage based on experience. Call (705) 277– 2902 LAZY PEOPLE WANTED!! No heavy lifting. Advertising company needs 10 people Yesterday. $500/weekly. Call Jenna (905)666-9235. ECE REQUIRED FOR Junior room at little People's Play School. $10.75/hour. Please send resume to 33 Falby Crt., Ajax L1S 3R3, (905)428–9909. LOCAL DURHAM House- cleaning Company requires Part-time House Cleaner, daytime hours, Monday-Fri- day. Must have own vehicle and be bondable. 905-571- 0080 or drop resume off to: 180 Ormond Dr., Oshawa LOSE WEIGHT like crazy for the last time!! 1-800-352-3228 LUNCH ROOM SUPERVISOR needed. Gandatsetiagon Pub- lic School, is accepting appli- cations for a lunch room su- pervisor. This position begins immediately and end June 26, 2003. The requirements in- clude lunch supervision and yard supervision for elemen- tary students. daily from 11:55am-12.55pm. Rate of pay $12.07/hour. Interested candidate may apply in writ- ing to: L Aiken, School Princi- pal, application deadline Sept 17th, 2002. 1868 Parkside Dr., Pickering, ON L1V 3R2, fax (905)831-9633 MOBILE DISC JOCKEY,must have reliable vehicle, drivers license, good knowledge of music from 60s to today, ma- ture, outgoing, intelligent, good speaking voice, able to lift heavy equipment and be available Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings. Qualified applicants call 905-728-4856 MUSIC TEACHER,required to teach recorder, grades 4&5, (3hrs/wk.-$20/hr.) Karate teacher required 1 class per day. Montessori School 905- 509–5005. ext.107 or Fax 905- 509-1959 PENTAGON SECURITY Is Now Accepting applications for Stationary Guards. Applic- ants must have reliable trans- portation, will train. Start at $10/hr. Apply in person to: 201 Whiteoaks Crt., Whitby, On- tario. Mon. to Thurs. 9 a.m. - 12 noon. PICKERING TRANSPORT COMPANY requires owner/ operators for local pickup and delivery. Straight trucks and tractors, fax info to (905) 839- 0849. QUALITY CONTROL manager to maintain and oversee our quality program and manual. Experience or education nec- essary. Call between 4:00pm and 5:00pm Monday to Friday ONLY 905-428-9209 RETAIL SALES PERSON re- quired full-time for carpet and flooring store in Pickering. Previous experience required. Ambitious, customer-satis- faction oriented. (905)839– 9790, zobing@hotmail.com SHEAR ENJOYMENT Hair- Design, a premier REDKEN salon in the community of Port Hope, is presently seek- ing candidates for future posi- tions within our salon. If you are energetic and interested in continued education in your profession, please forward your resume with references by September 30, 2002 to Shear Enjoyment Hair Design, 98 Walton St., Port Hope, On- tario, L1A 1N3. Phone 905- 885-9507. SHINGLER'S WANTED - Must have experience, safety equipment, and want to work hard. Good work, good rates and local work. Abbott Roofing 905-723-4980 SHOELESS JOE'S NOW HIR- ING - Pickering location Ex- perienced full & part-time Bar Tender/Floor Staff. Please bring resume to: 1725 King- ston Rd. (at Brock) unit 14, 15. Must Attention - Manager EXPERIENCED SNOWPLOW Drivers (DZ License an as- set), also Bobcat operators and sidewalk crews required. Mechanical abilities required. Guaranteed hours. Phone Sean 416-676-1227 or fax re- sume: 905-649-1779 SPRAYER IMMEDIATE Pick- ering. Auto/Truck undercoat- ing. Will train. Environmentally friendly. Call 905-831–2551. 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. SUPERINTENDENT required for adult lifestyle apt. building located in Oshawa. Suitable for retired couple. Fax to: 416-297-9499 TEAM PLAYER REQUIRED with mechanical knowledge to work in our service depart- ment. Ability to do small en- gine repairs a definite asset. Please fax resume to (905) 427-1078. TELEMARKETER, AJAX In- vestment firm, Mon - Thurs 6p.m.-9p.m., hourly+bonus. Fax 905-426-6779 Attn: John TELEMARKETERS: Certified Htg & A/C Service Experts seek experienced individuals to work in our Service Call Centre and perform general office duties. Must possess superior people and telephone skills. Competitive wages, benefits plus commission. Fax (905)683-3377, or email certified.chris@on.aibn.com TRAINEES NEEDED - Cana- dian firm now hiring. Needs several people to work full time. For interview call (905) 579-7815. TRAVEL EAST - Travel West - Oshawa and Vancouver are on our list of cities to expand. Canadian ad company seeks individuals willing to stay local or relocate 3 - 4 weeks to learn the basics. no experience necessary. For interview call (905) 576- 4425. Ask for Amanda UPBEAT OFFICE in Durham now hiring positive individuals to set appointment over the phone no selling involved. Highest hourly wages in area. $9-$20/hour. Call (905)434– 6149 ext 222 WANTED IMMEDIATELY - Live-in couple (suitable for semi-retired couple) for As- sistant Manager at low-rise adult-lifestyle apt. building in Uxbridge. Light duties re- quired for rent reduction. In- terested parties call Joan 905- 852-2534. WORK ON LINE $25-$75/hr, full training provided, (206) 984-9872 or www.dream- clasp.com Salon & Spa Help514 LOOKING FOR HAIRSTYLIST and nail tech with clientele for an upscale salon with a re- laxed atmosphere in Oshawa. Call 905-404–9097 HAIRSTYLISTS & ESTHETI- TIANS for new upscale day spa and salon. Must have es- tablished clientele. Join a team who philosophy is happy staff = happy clientele. Educa- tion funding is available. For- ward resume to: Still Waters Studio Spas, 1801 Dundas St. E., Whitby, Ontario. LlN 7C5. Skilled & Technical Help515 AUTO GLASS INSTALLER Must have experience. Bene- fits available. Flexible hours. Fax resume to 905-263-2700 or call Jim 905-261-0505 D.F.P. SURVEYORS-requires Experienced Party Chiefs/In- strumentperson/Chainperson for full time positions. Only Faxed resumes accepted at 905-725-9957. ELECTRICIANS,2nd, 3rd, & 4th year apprentices, residential work, full time. 905-429-8257 EXPERIENCED MECHANIC required for Chrysler dealer- ship in Port Perry. Call Don Jr. (905) 985–7354 EXPERIENCED TRUCK TIRE Repair Person required for Ajax Transport Company. Part time position. Call (905)683– 7111 HORIZONTAL BORING MILL Operator. Heavy parts. CNC experience (5 yrs. min.). Shift work. Good benefits. Mail re- sume to P.R. Engineering Ltd. 249 Toronto Ave, Oshawa, ON L1H 3C2. - or fax 905-434- 6878. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. HVAC LICENSED installer/ service with G2 lic., minimum 5 years experience. Excellent pay. Fax resume to: 905-576- 7252 or phone 905-576-7600. HVAC/FIREPLACE company requires gas technician 2 and gas technician 3. Full time permanent employment. Ex- cellent wages and benefits. Fax resume (905) 623-2898. LICENSED MECHANIC wanted Ajax, new shop. Wage per- centage, 905-683–0160 or 416-568-4627. MECHANIC-TRUCK.Licensed mechanic or 4th year appren- tice. Must have own tools. En- gine & welding experience an asset. Dayshift position. Weekly bonus incentive pro- gram. Call 905-428-3434 Plumbing COMPANY requires first or second year apprentice. Must be self-motivated, respon- sible, reliable, send resume: Box 178 Whitby, L1N 5S1 SHEET METAL MECHANIC/ Brake Press Operator. Busy precision job shop. Scarbor- ough location. Top wages & benefits. Fax resume in con- fidence to: 416-265-5544 TAPER NEEDED with mini- mum of 5 yrs. exp., own tools and vehicle. for custom home, Toronto area, Pd. per sq. ft., Also part time secretary, Whitby. John (416) 505–6649 TRANSMISSION SHOP in Oshawa requires experience mechanic and Re & Re per- son. Call Tracey 905-576- 1021 or fax resume to 905- 576-6246 Mon-Fri 9-6 Office Help525 BOOKKEEPER- part time for law office. Experience with PC law and Simply Accounting required. Fax resume to (905)430-9100. Sales Help & Agents530 DAVEY AUTO SALES, well established used vehicle dealership, requires experi- enced self-motivated sales- person. Excellent compensa- tion plan. Call Ray at (905)686–3505 COME ON PEOPLE!This is ri- diculous! Week after week I run ads for Sales reps for our no hidden factors. We Do pro- vide all the leads and offer and attractive pay structure. Starting income at 45k to 60k comm. + bonuses (verifiable) and paid training. Sounds good so far, doesn't it? That is why I can't understand why in the world you wouldn't inves- tigate this opportunity. No ex- perience necessary we will train you. Call between 1- 9p.m. for appointment 905- 655–9053 Hospital/Medical/ Dental535 CERTIFIED DENTAL Assistant required immediately to cover maternity leave. Pickering Go station area location. Tues. 12-7pm, Wed 7:30am-12:30, Thurs 12-7pm, plus 2 Satur- days per month 9am-3pm. Fax resume to (905)839-9381. CERTIFIED DENTAL AS- SISTANT.A full-time position has become available within our busy dental team. Friendly & caring applicants must demonstrate excellent inter- personal skills. Please send resume to: Dr. Bruce Gibson, P.O. Box 580, Lakefield ON K0L 2H0 or email: brucegib- sondentist@on.aibn.com WANTED: EXPERIENCED Or- thodontic Hygienist for full- time 5 month temp position in Ajax. Please call (905)619– 8883. DENTAL ASSISTANT,part time for maternity leave for busy Dental Office. Drop resume to Source One Dental, 555 Sim- coe Street. S., Oshawa. DENTAL HYGIENIST WEL- COME to patients-oriented of- fice with keen desire to pro- vide high quality care, full- time. Please apply at 104 Wa- verley Rd., Bowmanville. ENERGETIC physiotherapist - Needed for full-time days. For Glazier Physiotherapy Centre. Start ASAP. Please fax re- sume to 905-666-8905. HYGIENE COORDINATOR re- quired for busy family prac- tise located in Scarborough. Part-time leading into full- time, no weekends. PDA pre- ferred, recent grads welcome. Fax resume to 416-261-8190 KING RITSON Dental clinic is currently accepting resumes for full time dental receptionist and part time dental assistant, Please fax resume to Shelley at 905-579-2557. PHARMACY ASSISTANT, full- time required. Experience preferred, great hours. Whites Rd & Sheppard Ave. Fax 905- 831-3078 PROGRESSIVE DENTAL office in Whitby seeking full time experienced Receptionist. Computer experience a must. Please fax resume to 905- 725-5087. R.N. OR PARA MEDIC ex- perienced in I.V. skills re- quired for part time, 4 hour shifts, days & evenings, in busy Chelation Clinic: ACLS or Critical Care experience pre- ferred. Apply by resume to Lakeridge Wellness Clinic, 580 King Street West #1, Oshawa L1J 7J1 RN FULL TIME Oral Surgery. come join our team. Benefits, Monday-Friday, no weekends, Ajax/Oshawa, HARPs an as- set. Send resume to Dr. Klein, 92 Church St. S. Suite 104, Ajax ON L1S 6B4 or fax 905- 619-0748 DENTAL JOBS!! Davies Placement Agency seeking hygienists, assistants and dental receptionists, for placements in Toronto and Durham areas. Leave mes- sage at (905)404–2511 or visit daviesplacementagency.com Veterinary Help536 VETERINARY RECEPTIONIST required. Full time/part time. must be outgoing and very people oriented. Veterinary experience preferred. Please drop off resume with refer- ences to Whitby Animal Hos- pital, Loblaws Plaza, 3050 Garden St., (at Rossland.) Hotel/Restaurant540 CAFETERIA HELP REQUIRED Busy cafeteria in south Pick- ering requires P/T employees, evenings +weekends. $9.55/ hr. Cooks, cashiers, food prep. Experience necessary. Fax resume 905-837-7289 SERVERS, BARTENDERS, WAIT STAFF required. Apply with resume in person to: Pet- rina's Taps & Billiards, 104 King St. East, Oshawa Teaching Opportunities545 TEACHING POSITIONS are immediately available in Dur- ham Region for Qualified Teachers to teach children and youth with special learn- ing needs both in one-to-one and small group settings. Daytime, after school and Saturday opportunities avail- able. Please forward your re- sume to: File # 838, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 Employment Wanted570 EXPERIENCED Financial Ana- lyst with strong computer skills. I am available for up to 2 days per week. $40 per hour. John 905-721–0581. FORMERLY SELF-EMPLOYED mature man seeking the chance to put his extensive selling and marketing skills to work on a part-time basis. I can solve problems. Hugh (905) 428-7048. Houses For Sale100 $189,990.Buy private before its listed! Pristine back split in quiet, mature, desirable loca- tion close to 401. 60 x 100 ft. lot. 3 bedrooms, 1 - 4 pce. bath with access to master bedroom. Forced air gas, central air, hardwood through- out. New vinyl windows. New ceramic in kitchen. New berber carpet in finished rec. room with wet bar. Carport with new driveway with park- ing for 6. Interlock front and rear patios. Two sheds, one with hydro. May closing. Call (905) 576-0505. BROOKLIN - $222,990. 116 Zachary Place, Brooklin. 1,462 sq. ft. hardwood and ceram- ics, main floor. Large princi- pal rooms. Gas fireplace. 3 bedrooms, master bedroom features 4 pc. en suite, double door entry. Finished basement w/large full s/w windows. New deck, premium lot. closing July 2003. (905) 655–3005 PRIVATE SALE- BEAUTIFUL 1800sq.ft. home in Beau Val- ley. Hardwood throughout en- tire house, c/a, 4-bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, basement in-law apartment w/private entrance, 3min. walk from Beau Valley School. $224,900. Jack Lyons (905)728–9465. PRIVACY,serenity in open concept four bedroom home on gorgeous forested lot, over 1/2 acre in heart of Pickering. 300 sq.ft. solarium with hot tub. (Ceramics, hardwood) 2 new fabulous bathrooms, many upgrades. $417,000. 905-831–8732 PETERBOROUGH,Private bungalow w/Kubota tractor. Beautiful 3/4 acre lot, 3- bdrms, 2-4pc bath, walkout basement, garage, workshop, boat storage bldg. Many ex- tras. $156,000. For photos or more info (705)742-0516 or email: jms@nexicom.net WHITBY, 3-BEDROOM,4th bedroom in basement, all ap- pliances, paved driveway. Fully carpeted with hardwood underneath. Shed with lawn mower. Fenced yard. Private sale, good neighbourhood. www.houseforsale.ca/on/whit- by/544 or call (905) 623–7542 CONDOMINIUM CONCEPT Detached valued at $100,000+ yours for only $69,500. 1300sq.ft.+, 2 bathrooms, family-sized kitchen, living- room +diningroom, gas fire- place, 2-bay windows. Bow- manville/Newcastle. 905-623- 3194 V.J. LAUESEN, Realtor Private Sales103 OAKWOOD PRIVATE SALE Lrg. bungalow - att. garage elec/opener and dog run, Re- tirement home poss. W/C ac- cess no basement, new totally renovated-3 lrg bdrms & liv.rm hd/wd flrs. Country kitchen 18x22, sep. laundry rm & much more. MOVE IN CONDITION for appt. call 1- 705-953-9197 snp OSHAWA: PRIVATE SALE:Older 1-1/2 storey detached, 3 sepa- rate dwellings, all with 4 pc. baths, coin laundry. Good in- vestment, flexible financing. $110,000. Phone (905)983-5705 Townhouses For Sale105 3-BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE, $119,900. 222 Pearson St. Unit 12 Oshawa. West off Ritson Rd. N., between Adelaide & Rossland. View Sundays 1-4pm No appointment necessary. 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. MANDARIN RESTAURANT requires Buffet Attendant, Kitchen Helper, Dishwasher & part-time host staff. Experi- enced not necessary. Apply in person with photo ID from 2pm-5pm, at 1725 Kingston Road, Pickering (Kingston/ East of Brock). OSHAWA - 12 UNIT apartment building for sale. Centrally locat- ed. Please call (705) 295–6681 for more information. Out-of-Town Properties120 CUSTOM BUILT LOG HOME, open-concept bungalow w/ walkin basement, on 11 acres, south of Bethany, 5 minutes to 115. Asking $329,000. Call evenings (705)277–3561, leave message (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 request. 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 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- 3,100sq. ft. $16/ft. Givalas R. E. Ltd., Nick Givalas, 905-479- 4436. Office & Business space150 500 SQ. FT. CLOSE TO 401 at Brock and Bayly. Suitable for office or small business. $500 monthly + hydro. Call Joe at (905)-839-3290 or Sam at (905)-839-5529. AJAX PROFESSIONAL office, furnished 10 x 10, V-Mail, HS - Internet, Security, $500 per month. (905) 428-0956 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, Veltri Complex, Bowmanville. 68 King Street East. Commer- cial Rental Space. Parking & Wheelchair Accessible. Space ranging from 515-sq.ft to 2495-sq.ft. For more infor- mation call: 905-623-4172 OFFICE / PROFESSIONAL SPACE. 400-2400 sq. ft. Prime downtown Whitby location. Ground floor. Private entrance and parking Call Joanna @ 905-579-6245. Stores For Sale Rent/Wanted155 RESTAURANT FOR SALE- Sacrifice $20,000. Or Best Offer. All equipment included. Excellent location, downtown Bowmanville (Highway 2). 905-579–8475. Business Opportunities160 DUE TO ILLNESS must sell quaint cafe located in Ajax on Hwy#2. Established turnkey operation. Contact 905-619- 8893 FAST GROWING profitable Franchise in Peterborough for sale. Minimum investment $100,000. Exciting opportunity. Call 905-723–9816 Apts. & Flats For Rent170 1 An Oshawa north large 1- bedroom apartment, balcony, appliances, utitities, quiet building, credit check re- quired. October lst. $735 (905)436-9785. 1 BEDROOM BASEMENT apartment, suits single, $575 inclusive. Parking +laundry. Clean, quiet adult lifestyle building, no pets, no smoking. Call 905-576-7540 (leave message) 2 BEDROOM apt., Oshawa. Main floor of triplex, very well maintained, quiet area, near OC and GM. No smoking, no pets. References. 905-447– 2292 2-BEDROOM APT. Oshawa, main floor in senior lifestyle building on court near Wilson/ King. Clean, well maintained, quiet, no pets. $875+ hydro, avail. Oct/Nov. 1st. 905-579– 7581. 2-BEDROOM basement apartment, Whitby, near Go/ 401. Separate entrance, gas fireplace, shared laundry, air, no smoking/pets. $1025 inclu- sive. Nov. lst. professional preffered. (905)665–6247 after 4pm. 3 BEDROOM FLAT on main- floor house, private parking, air, appliances, Harwood/401, avail. Oct. 1. $1200 inclusive first/last. 416-520-6899 AJAX BEAUTIFUL 3-BDRM MAIN FLOOR. Large back- yard, shared washer/dryer, 2 car parking, Harwood/Bayly, $1325/inclusive. No smoking/ pets. Nov. 1. 1st/last. (905) 420-1037 leaves message. AJAX -67 Church St., Large 2-bdrm avail. Nov. 1st., in- cludes parking, hydro, new appliances. $1050/month. First & last. (905)426-1161 AJAX - HARWOOD and 401, main floor bachelor, $650 no smoking. October lst. lst/last, references. Telephone (905) 686–1596 AJAX -Spacious 2-bedroom basement. apt. Sep. entrance, parking, 3pc. bath, 4 applianc- es, first/last. $785/mo. includ- ing utilities. Avail. Sept 31st. Don (905)831-1527. AJAX,1 bedroom basement apt, near Pickering beach road, Oct.1. Non smoker, no pets, shared laundry, first & last, references required. $800 plus cable 905-427–5054 DOWNTOWN WHITBY,1- bedroom plus small den apt. in 6-plex. 2 car parking. $750 first/last, available Oct 1st. No pets. (905)683–9822 AJAX, BRAND NEW 2-bed- room apartment available Oc- tober 1st, new appliances, new kitchen, $975/month in- cludes utilities, cable, a/c, laundry, no pets, no smoking. First/last, references. (905)683–3966. AJAX, CHURCH/DELANEY spacious bright, beautiful 1- bedroom walkout basement apartment, newly painted. Non-smoker, no pets. Utilities, separate entrance, cable, parking, Available Oct. First/ last. Call (905)683–8055. AJAX, HWY 2 & HARWOOD - 1-bedroom available imme- diately. Separate entrance, wood stove, appliances, shared laundry, parking and more $725 plus 1/3 utilities (905)428-3409 or (416)980- 4373. AJAX, WESTNEY HEIGHTS, spacious 2-bedroom base- ment apartment, separate en- trance, own laundry, 1 park- ing. $825/month, first/last. Available immediately. No pets. Call (905)686–8385 ALEXANDER PARK, 1 & 2 bedroom newer apts. "Old charm building." Totally reno- vated, new kitchens, baths, hardwood floors. In-house laundry, intercom. Park view. Near Hospital. Available Oc- tober 1. (905)579-9439. NORTHEAST OSHAWA 2 bedroom walkout basement, central air, suitable for pro- fessional/couple, Nov. 1. First/ last, no smoking/pets $850 inclusive. 905-720-2307 BACHELOR APARTMENT, non-smoker, no pets, avail- able Oct. 1st. First/last re- quired. $675 monthly inclu- sive, Share laundry, cable. Call (905)839–9670. 2 BDRM house/apt. Main floor, yard, no pets, non smoker only. $900/month + heat, hydro & water. First & last. ALSO bachelor apt. No pets, non smoker only. $500/ month inclusive. 905-261- 1420 LARGE BRIGHT 1-bdrm basement. South Oshawa by Lake. Sep. entrance, parking, laundry, cable & utilities in- cluded. $680/month. Avail. Oct. 1st. First/last. 905-728– 3632 BOWMANVILLE/COURTICE 1- bedroom basement apart- ment, non-smoker, no pets. 4 appliances, $700/month, first/ last, references. Call (905)623–1026 BRIGHT SPACIOUS 1-bdrm. Clean, a/c, separate entrance, eat-in kitchen, laundry, cable, utilities incl. No smoking/pets. Newcastle. $700/mo. Call 905- 987-4053. CENTRAL OSHAWA, 2-bed- room $799 +3-bedroom $950 for October 15, 1-bedroom $750 immediately, also Oct. 1. Well-maintained building, near all amenities. 905-723- 0977 9am-5pm CLAREMONT - Luxury loft 1 bedroom apartment. Suits single professional person. Parking, laundry included. $795/mth inclusive. Call 905- 649–1917. CLEAN ONE bedroom $760/ month utilities included. Sim- coe and Mill area, small quiet apartment building. Call for appointment (905)579-9890. COZY BACHELOR basement apt with fireplace in nice neighborhood, Westney/Hwy 2. Utilities included, no pets, no smoking. $700/month, first/ last. Available Oct.1. Call bet- ween 9am-2pm 905-428-0334 FRENCHMAN'S BAY new 1- bedroom basement apt. Large livingroom, bath/shower, kitchen, own washer/dryer. Cable. Utilities included. $900. No pets/no smoking. Imme- diately. Private entrance. 905- 837–8727, cell (416)898-0403 WHITBY 2-bedroom main floor of duplex, lovely quiet building. Near Downtown. Furnished $1195; unfurnished $995; +hydro & laundry. Avail Sept 15. Carol Norris Remax First 905-668–3800 GORGEOUS OSHAWA houses +apts. 2 +3 bedrooms main floor of houses, air, laundry, cable inclusive. Avail. Oct. 1. Call 416-358-6404 or 905- 683-7479 HWY #2/CHURCH Street area, 3 bedroom apartments avail- able, close to schools & shops. call 416-444-7391. LARGE 2 BEDROOM - Gas fireplace/central air/satellite & heat included. Parking for two, $850 + hydro. Call Anytime 905-723–9712. MAJOR OAK/BROCK RD, Pickering, 2-bedroom base- ment apartment, separate en- trance, utilities and cable in- cluded. Non-smoker, no pets. $875/month first/last required. Avail. Oct.1 (905)619–1509 NORTH AJAX 1-bdrm base- ment, full bath, a/c, separate entrance, parking, no pets/ non-smoker, avail. October 1. $650 inclusive. First/last. Call 905-427–7257 after 6pm NORTH AJAX,1 or 2-bed- room basement, share en- trance and laundry, non- smokers, no pets. Available immediately. $450 each. (905)683–7938 ONE & TWO BEDROOM apartments, in most beautiful adult lifestyle building. Avail. immediately. Stevenson & Rossland, Oshawa. Call (905)579-3700. BACHELOR APARTMENT, Pickering, Hwy 2 and White's. Near shopping. Separate en- trance,. lst/last, references, available immediately. Tele- phone (905)837–9089 or 905- 420-3981 Miriam. ONE BEDROOM,newly reno- vated basement, Oshawa. Separate entrance, on bus ro- ute, close to all amenities, no smoking/pets, $650 inclusive, Avail Oct. 1st. First & last. 905-438–9818 OSHAWA - 2 bdrm apt. Sepa- rate entrance, near 401, fridge/stove, $660 plus heat and hydro. Non smokers, no pets. Avail. immediately. Call 6pm-10pm (905)579-9714 OSHAWA APTS.- Bachelor, 1 and 2 bedroom, newer build- ings. Includes utilities, park- ing. Laundry on-site. No dogs. Building #1 905-432-8914, Building #2, #3, #4 905-571- 0425 or for all 1-888-558- 2622/ 416-473-9173. WHITBY WELL KEPT bunga- low, Brock/Rossland, close to everything. A/C, deck, fenced yard, main floor 3-bedroom. Nice kitchen. $1280 imme- diately. Basement 2-bed- rooms, $820 October 15th. (905)432-7165. OSHAWA,HUGE clean 2 bedroom basement apt, with sep entrance, washer/dryer, quiet neighborhood, close to schools, bus ,plaza, $825 (289) 314–1482. OSHAWA,Simcoe & Bloor. One bedroom apartment. Available immediately, top floor, first/last, private en- trance, $750/month inclusive. Viewing 433–4088 Near all amenities OSHAWA, spacious, quiet, 2 bedroom apt. in small clean building, freshly painted, parking, laundry. $725 plus hydro. Avail. immediately. Call (905) 434–9844. PICKERING 1-bdrm base- ment, separate entrance, 4 appliances, a/c, f/p, parking. Avail. immediately. No smok- ing/pets. $900 inclusive. First & last. 905-839–0098 PICKERING newly renovated 2-bedroom basement, full bathroom, kitchen, laundry, own entry, cac, central vac. Parking. Suit single person, $850 inclusive. Available im- mediately. No pets/smoking. 905-426-4723 PICKERING, BACHELOR basement apartment, fur- nished, available immediate- ly. Close to Go/amenities. Parking, C/AC, $600 inclusive. First/last, references required. (905)420–9497 PICKERING, OCTOBER 1ST, 1-bedroom basement apart- ment in new house, parking, utilities, appliances included. No smoking/pets, first/last, $725/month incl. Call Rob (905)509–0008 or (416)730- 6136 SIMCOE ST. N.,Oshawa, lux- ury 3 bedroom, air, 5 ap- pliances, $1,425. per mo. Available Oct. lst. Call (905) 571–3760 SIMCOE/MILL OSHAWA- Quiet building near shopping, transportation. Utilities includ- ed. 1-bdrm, avail. Sept. +Oc- tober 1st, $729/mo., 2-Bed- room avail. Sept. 1st $829/ month 3-Bedroom avail. Sept. 1st $929/mo. 905-436-7686 until 7:30pm SOUTH PICKERING,one bed- room basement apartment, separate entrance, parking, cable, share laundry, near lake, no pets, $675/mth. Available immediately lst/last required. (705) 745–2499, (905) 839-7911 SPACIOUS 1-bedroom upper level apt. Beautiful country setting in Solina. $675/month inclusive. Non-smoker. Avail- able Oct 1st. 8 min. to 401 (E. of Courtice). 905-263-4739. 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. TIRED OF COMMUTING? Kingston Rd/Birchmount Scarborough. 1 & 2-bdrm, large clean small adult life- style bldg. Parking, no pets,. $855 & $965. (416)759–5321 ONE & TWO BEDROOM apts. available October and No- vember. Conveniently located in Uxbridge in adult occupied building. Appt. to view call 905-852-2534 VERY CLEAN bachelor apart- ment, no pets, non-smoker only, all inclusive, south Pickering, Rougemount area, $495/mo. Call 905-509-0992 WESTNEY/HWY #2,large 2-bed- room basement apartment, sep- arate entrance, parking, laundry, no smoking or pets. $900 monthly inclusive. October 1st. (905)426–8559. 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 CABINET MAKER Self Motivated Store Fixture Cabinet maker. Min. 5 years experience. Forward resume complete with references to: Oshawa This Week File # 836 P.O. Box 481 865 Farewell St. Oshawa ON L1H 7L5 SUPERINTENDANT For 85 Suite Apartment Bldg. South Oshawa Ideal for couple 1 full-time, 1 part-time. Must have experience. Please fax resume to: 416-485-7859 SUBWAY AJAX PICKERING VILLAGE Hiring for new location allpositions. Apply in existing stores Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. $21.50/Hour Average Registration Officers required We train you Call Tim 905-435-0280 PART-TIME GARDENER Lots of weeding $10/hr. call 905-837–1495 www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER WEDNESDAY EDITION, September 11, 2002 PAGE B9 A/P [rogers, AT&T Wireless logo] Cellular Master - A leading Rogers AT & T Wireless Dealer is seeking qualified candidates to join their corporate sales teams. ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE If you possess: • Aggressive and self starter with ability to develop new accounts • Previous experience in sales/corporate account development and cold calling is preferred, but not essential • Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills • Fresh graduated or minimum 1-2 years working experience A comprehensive training will be provided to suitable candidates. For interested candidates, please fax your resume to the Manager : 905-428-6810 ™ Rogers Communications Inc. Used under License. ®AT&T Corp. Used under License. 530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents [rogers, AT&T Wireless logo] Cellular Master - A leading Rogers AT & T Wireless Dealer is seeking qualified candidates to join their corporate sales teams. SALES REPRESENTATIVE If you possess: Highly motivated, present a positive and pleasant attitude Solid experience in sales account development & cold calling Exceptional communications and presentation skills Previousexposure incellulartelecommunicationmarketadefiniteasset If this is the challenge you are looking for .. . . then we are looking for you! To participate in this exciting & fast-growing industry, fax your resume: Sales Manager 905-428-6810 ™ Rogers Communications Inc. Used under License. ®AT&T Corp. Used under License. Used Vehicle Sales Manager You could be on your way to an exciting new career in the Automobile business Due to a recent internal promotion we have an immediate opening for the right person. The candidate should: * have a proven track record in Sales/Management * be a leader * migrate, train and recruit * possess the will to win We offer: * a competitive compensation package * largest dealership in the area * management and resource backing * medical and dental benefits If you believe you’re the one apply in confidence by fax or in person to... J.R. McGee General Sales Manager 741-9006 (fax) 1053 Clonsilla Avenue Peterborough Continuously #1 Readers Choice Top New Car Dealer www.jackmcgee.com REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY PSW, RPN, RN IN DURHAM REGION Available to work a variety of hours including evenings and weekends. Reliable car essential. Apply at: Phone: 905-571-1511 Fax: 905-579-2539 More than just five great hospitals. At Lakeridge Health,one of the largest healthcare providers in Ontario, we serve your community. We are committed to putting patients first by providing excellence in healthcare, research and resources. We offer educational funding and support, and the challenging career you want in a place you are proud to call home. • Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Skin & Wound Oshawa – FT • Clinical Education Leader, Maternal Child Oshawa – FT • Nuclear Medicine Technologists Oshawa – Temporary FT, PT & Casual • Orthopaedic Technologist Oshawa – PT • Pharmacists Oshawa & Uxbridge – FT & PT • Physiotherapists Bowmanville & Oshawa – FT,Temporary FT & Casual • Registered Nurses Bowmanville, Oshawa, Port Perry, Uxbridge & Whitby – PT & Casual • Cardiopulmonary • Continuing Care • Critical Care • Emergency • Inpatient Surgery • Mental Health • New Life Centre • NICU • Operating Room • Paediatrics • Rehab & Related Services • Respiratory Therapists Oshawa – Temporary FT,Temporary PT, Casual • Social Workers Oshawa & Whitby – Temporary FT • Speech Language Pathologist Port Perry & Whitby – FT • Ultrasonographers Oshawa – FT & PT Visit our Web site for more information on these opportunities and our hospital sites,and to apply on-line! Resumes may also be sent to:Lakeridge Health, Corporate Recruitment, 47 Liberty Street South, Bowmanville, ON L1C 2N4. Fax: 905-697-4690. E-mail: recruitment@lakeridgehealth.on.ca BOWMANVILLE OSHAWA PORT PERRY UXBRIDGE WHITBY www.lakeridge health.on.ca 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental A progressive Diagnostic Imaging Company requires PART-TIME X-RAY Technologist Day-time, evening & Saturday positions available for licensed technologists in the Pickering area. Fax resume to: 905-565-0789 Sunnycrest Nursing Home "People Caring For People" P/T RN Days & P/T RPN's All Shifts Experienced in LTC Computer literacy an asset. Mail/fax resume to: Director of Resident Care 1635 Dundas St. E. Whitby, ON. L1N 2K9 Fax: 905-576-4712 TEACHERS WANTED In home tutoring for Oshawa /Whitby/ Ajax/Pickering. All grades and subjects. Ontario certified or equivalent With good communication skills. Inquire (905) 576-7372 or (416) 410-4591 545 Teaching Opportunities 545 Teaching Opportunities DURHAM REGION ATTENDANT CARE INC. VOLUNTEER BOARD OF DIRECTORS Durham Region Attendant Care Inc. provides high quality personal support and care, respite and homemaking serv- ices throughout the Durham Region, ena- bling physically disabled clients' 16 years and older to remain as independent as possible in their own communities. The Board of Directors is seeking individ- uals who are interested in holding office as a Volunteer Board Member. Account- ing, marketing and strategic planning ex- perience would be an asset. Individuals are asked to respond in writing highlight- ing relevant qualifications / expertise. Direct your response by Oct. 31, 2002 to:David Stapley Chair of Nomination Committee 829 Simcoe St., N. Oshawa, ON L1G 4W1 Ph. 905-576-2112 Fax. 905-576-5275 565 Volunteers 565 Volunteers EXTENDICARE [logo] RPNs (Full-time, part-time & Casual Positions) Required immediately. Applicants must be members of the College of Nurses of Ontario. Have a current drug administration certificate. Leadership, critical thinking and problem solving skills essential. Long-term care exp. Resumes to;Virginia Comandante Extendicare Oshawa. 82 Park Road North, L1J 4L1 Fax: 905-579-1733 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 MANORS OF BRANDYWINE 45 GENERATION BLVD. APT 122__________________________________ Hwy. 401 & Meadowvale Blvd. 1, 2 & 3 bedroom suites available. Freshly painted with new carpets, blinds, and ceiling fans. Air conditioned, close to schools, shopping and Toronto Zoo. Call to view:(416) 284-2873 Email: brandywine@goldlist.com 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 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 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help 120 Out-Of-Town Properties Fax us your ad at 683-0707 510 General Help WHITBY, DUNDAS/BROCK - Luxury large 2-bdrm, carpet, a/c, very quiet adult lifestyle bldg., storage. $1100/month inclusive. Avail. Oct. 1st. First & last required. 905-668- 0182 or 416-460-5410. WHITBY - Large clean 1 bed- room, basement, 8 foot ceil- ing, near 401/lake, parking, laundry on site $700 per mo. includes utilities. Available Oct. lst. (905) 438-2753. WHITBY 3-bdrm, 1200-sq.ft, top unit in triplex, just reno- vated, short walk to downtown & GO train, $895/month+heat & hydro. October 1. 905-668- 0538 WHITBY DOWNTOWN 1-bed- room basement apartment. clean, parking, 4 appliances, $700/month plus utilities. No pets, no smokers. (416)910- 6316. WHITBY LUXURY 2 bedroom basement apt., separate en- trance, jacuzzi tub, French doors, air, cable, laundry, parking, no smoking/pets., $950 inclusive, Oct.1. first/ last, 905-571–4480. WHITBY MODERN walkout basement apt. bright, clean, air, park, TV laundry. Thick- son/Dundas. Suit single quiet petless non-smoker. Refer- ences. first/last. $625/inclu- sive. 905-666-9833 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. WILSON/OLIVE,1-bedroom basement apartment, clean, bright, quiet, suitable for 1 person. Non-smoking, no pets. $675/month incl. utili- ties, laundry, parking. (905)725–7833 Furnished Apartments172 FURNISHED APARTMENT Whitby 2 bedroom main floor of duplex in lovely quiet build- ing. Close to Downtown. $1195+hydro & laundry. Avail Sept 15. Carol Norris Remax First 905-668–3800 Apts. & Flats Wanted175 AJAX, Hwy#2 & Ritchie, 2 bedroom basement apt., new, spacious, no smoking no pets, Oct.1, $950 inclusive, first & last call 905-426–3481 Condominiums For Rent180 AJAX, 2 bedroom condo available mid September, first/last, references required, $1350 inclusive. No pets. 905-649-2788 CONDO FOR RENT Pickering, penthouse, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 balconies, completely renovated. Immediately. Call Ushar or Argam (905) 831- 7673. ONE BEDROOM -condomini- um for rent, 80 Athol St. E., Oshawa. Fridge, stove, wash- er, dryer, dishwasher, $765 plus hydro. Underground parking included. First/last Available October 1. (905) 436-0278 to view. TRIDELL 2-BEDROOM, solar- ium, balcony, 5 appliances, 24hr security and rec facili- ties. Parking, locker. (905)839–8664 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 2 STORY, 3 BEDROOM home, close to shopping centre. Basement not included. First/ last, $900/month plus utilities. References. For appointment call 905-579-7905. A-A-A-A- MANY HOUSES/ TOWNHOUSES for rent in Pickering, Whitby, Ajax, Oshawa, Bowmanville and surrounding areas. Rent from $1,500 to $8,500 per month plus utilities. Garry Bolen, associate broker, Sutton Group Status at 905-436-0990 (CONTACT JAN BOLEN FOR PRE-APPROVAL & SCHED- ULING). BRAND NEW HOME just built. 1,750 sq. ft. with balcony, Ajax near the lake. $l,850 per month plus utilities. Call Michelle or Bobby (905) 683- 1790 AJAX 3-BDRM house for rent w/appliances $1100 +1/2 util- ities and 1-bdrm apt w/ap- pliances $800+1/2 utilities. For info call (416)986–1617 after 6pm or wknds. AJAX IMMACULATE 3 bed- room upper of detached house, 5 appliances, c/a, walkout to private yard+deck, gas bbq, no pets/smoking, $1700+. ALSO, large 2 bed- room basement apt. 5 ap- pliances, parking, $950. Sept. 1. 647-280-4074 COURTICE well maintained 3 bedroom, 4 bath, single family home. Finished basement, fenced yard, c/a, avail. Nov. 1, $1300/mo. +utilities. 416-315- 6091 FURNISHED EXECUTIVE SU- ITE Short or long term, Osha- wa. 3 bedrooms, fenced yard, parking, $1800/month all in- clusive. A pleasure to see. 905-723-1348 HOUSE FOR RENT in Picker- ing Short term, 2 1/2 bed- rooms, $850 per month. plus utilities.. Contact (416) 291– 1037 LARGE COUNTRY HOUSE, with large 50x30 garage/work- shop. $1400 monthly plus utilities. First/last. Courtice, phone (905)436–6928 or (905)436–2583. Oct. 1st. PICKERING near lake. 3 bed- room, whole house, close to all, quiet neighbourhood, pri- vate backyard. $1350 + utili- ties. Immediate 905-839-2987 PORT PERRY waterfront for sale or rent. 24 Pettet Dr. 5 bedrooms, fully furnished. $1,500/week or $2,100/month or purchase for $340,000 available immediately. (416) 992–4118 or 905-826-0654 RENT TO OWN.Newer 4 sea- son mobile home, 1+bdrm w/ 28ft add-a-room with f/p. Ex- tras galore. In 55 year plus year-round park. Fenelon Falls. Available now. (705)454–1161 SPACIOUS 2800SQ.FT. 4- bedroom home in South Ajax, double garage, family room, ensuite bath, finished base- ment, fenced yard w/inground pool backing onto park. $2400/month plus utilities. Immediate possession! Call Bonnie Davis, Sutton Group Heritage Realty Inc. (905)619–9500 WHITBY - 4 bedroom house, close to Go/401. Garage, gas fireplace, mainfloor family room, 2 car parking. $1300 + 65% utilities. First/Last, credit check. No smoking/dogs. 905- 430–6979. WHITBY 3-BEDROOM house downtown, clean, reno., 4 ap- pliances, 2 car parking, ga- rage, no pets, no smokers, $1200 plus. Immediately. (416)910-6316. WHITBY 3-BEDROOM house, 2 cars, $1075 plus oil & hydro. No outdoor maintenance. ((905)655–4623, (905)925- 3945, (416-)269-5449 WHITBY, 1-bdrm basement, renovated, no smokers, 1st/ last, references. Laundry + parking included. $750 + 40% utilities. Avail. immediately. 905-686-3664 Townhouses For Rent190 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOME - N. Oshawa, 2 baths, inside entrance to garage, finished basement, 5 appliances, CAC. $1100 + utilities. Oct.1 905- 743–9870. A1 OSHAWA SOUTH 3-bedroom townhouse close to schools, shopping. $975 per month plus utilities. First/last. Avail. Sept./ Oct. 905-579-9956 days. BOWMANVILLE 4-bedroom, 1.5 baths, garage, f.a.g. heat + C/A, new decor, near all amenities, absolutely no pets. References, $1050+/month, first/last. 613-333-1415; 613- 334-1808 leave message OSHAWA,3 bedroom, eat in kitchen, with appliances, $1100 plus utilities, First & last, Available September 15., 905-428–8887 PICKERING EXECUTIVE newer town home, near Kingston and Dixie, forced air gas heated, 3 bedrooms, central air, 2 full baths, private backyard, 1,350 plus utilities Available Nov. lst. call Barrie (905) 839-7496. WHITBY Immaculate 4-bdrm end unit townhouse in mature residential neighbourhood. A/ C, 2-baths, 4-appliances, freshly painted, renovated kitchen, walk-out, deck, ga- rage. Near Whitby 4 corners, amenities, schools, GO/401. $1295+util. Avail. Oct. 1. 416- 996-1941 Rooms For Rent & Wanted192 ROSSLAND/SIMCOE AREA warm clean room. Fully fur- nished comfortable room. Cooking facilities. Working quiet gentleman preferred. Near bus, reasonable rent. (905)728-4845. NORTH AJAX - large well furnished bedsitting room in private home. Includes cable, 27" TV, and all utilities, sepa- rate fully-equipped kitchen, laundry facilities. No smok- ing/pets 905-686–3437 AJAX -FURNISHED ROOM includes parking, cable, share facilities, non-smoker, first/last, $425/month inclu- sive. Avail. Immediately. Call 905-427-6932. KINGSTON/WHITES large private furnished room, in quiet home. Shared laundry, female preferred. $395 inclu- sive. Call (905)509–4331 PICKERING-LIVERPOOL RD. SOUTH one large unfurnished basement room, clean, very quiet, air, older person pre- ferred, No pets. Share large kitchen/bath. Immediate. $400 first/last. Private side-ent. (905)839–7065 PICKERING TOWN CENTRE, nice room, suit non-smoking female, own half-bath, cable, phone in room. Use kitchen, internet, laundry, parking, etc. $375/month. First/last, avail- able now. (905)837–8992 Shared Accommodation194 PICKERING-Own room park- ing, Go train, cable laundry, furniture avail. Sept. 15, 905- 831–4924 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 ($8/seat), NFL football, Blue Jay/Yankee Baseball. Children welcome. Photos. $275/week. (905)683–5503. Cottages For Rent209 CELEBRATE YOUR family Thanksgiving in one of our housekeeping cottages at Woodland Estate near Camp- bellford. Enjoy the fall colours and serenity of the park. rec hall & boat rentals available. 705-653–1317 www.woodlan- destate.com WOODLAND ESTATE COT- TAGE resort offers excellent late season fishing on scenic Lake Seymour. Launch, docks & rental boats available. Va- cancies until Thanksgiving 705-653–1317 www.woodlan- destate.com Campers, Trailers,Sites215 88 VAN CAMPER queen bed, drapes, AC, fully loaded. 270,000kms. Asking $6,000 as is. Call 905-438-8552 HUNTER'S DELIGHT - 9ft. slide in TRUCK CAMPER, 2 beds, stove with oven, fridge, furnace, washroom and hot water, can be seen at Castle- ton Hills Trailer Park, Lot 4 or call 905-344-7838. Boats & Supplies232 16 FT.FIBERGLASS RUN- ABOUT, 60 HP merc., E/Z loader trailer, $2,600. 905- 809-1525. 1968 30' CHRIS CRAFT blue/ white, sleeps 6, TV/VCR, a/c, microwave, twin engines, in- cludes slip & storage at La- goon City. All for $15,000. Call (905)509–1395. FOR SALE - 2 SEA-DOO'S 95 & 96, both run super fast and clean, also comes with dual gal- vanized steel trailer, winterized 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 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, premi- um pad, expert installation. Free, no pressure estimate. Norman (905) 686-2314. NEW DANBY bar fridges, $139 and up. Also variety of new appli- ances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Reconditioned fridges $195 /up, reconditioned ranges $125/ up, reconditioned dryers $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" ranges and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and reconditioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa. (905)576–7448. 1990 YAMAHA WAVE RUN- NER, 650 cc, good condition, $1,200 OBO. Call Ryan 905- 342-9315. 4-SEATER HOT TUB,heater, pump and all accessories in- cluded, cedar skirt. $1000. Call Joan (905)683–5000 7 PC. BEDROOM SET, $400; Beaumark stove, fairly new, $350. 905-683-9035 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. CARPETS, free estimate on carpet, excellent prices on carpets, pads and installation. Call Zak 905-260–8855 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.Tel- ep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UN- DERSOLD! 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. AJAX CHIMNEY SWEEPS wood/oil Chimney cleaning. Pest screens and caps installed. Modern equipment. Professional service. Call and leave message (905)686-7741. 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. APPLIANCES refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer, dishwasher. Also apartment-size washer & dryer. Mint condition, will sell separately, can deliver. 905- 839–0098 BACK TO SCHOOL SAVINGS Children's consignment shop Infant-Size 16 and maternity clothing, toys, gifts & baby equipment. The Alphabet Soup Shoppe, 2200 Brock Rd. (N. of Finch) 905-426-8860 BED, QUEEN PILLOWTOP, mattress, box, frame. Never used. still packages cost $1025, sell $450. (416)727- 9599. BEDROOM SET, 8pce cherry- wood. Bed, chest, tri-dresser, mirror, night stands, dovetail construction. Never opened. In boxes. Cost $9000, Sacri- fice $2800. 416-748-3993 BUFFALO MEAT - Farm fresh, open weekends 10am-6pm. weekdays 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. Startek Buffalo Farms, 2011 Shirley Rd., Port Perry. Call 905-985–3384 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. CEDAR TREES for sale, start- ing from $3.50 each. Planting available. Free delivery. Call Bob (705)878–0441 CERAMIC MOULDS/KILN for sale plus other misc. for a start-up business. Call Gayle (905)743-9149 (snp) COMPLETE SATELLITE Serv- ices. Call Mike (Ajax) 905- 428-3162 or (Oshawa) 905- 723-0973 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. COMPUTERS NEW & Refur- bished. Refurbished P200 complete system, $229; P2- 350 complete system $315; Toshiba P2-233 laptop only $599; other systems avail. All w/warranty. Call 905-576– 9216 www.speedline.ca/bit- sandbytes DININGROOM 14 PCE cher- rywood. 92" double pedestal. 8 Chippendale chairs. Buffet, hutch, server, dovetail con- struction. Still in boxes. Cost $14,000. Sacrifice $5000. (416)746-0995. DININGROOM SET (oak) 8- pcs $1,500-obo; kitchen set (pine) 5-pcs $600; Queen-size bedroom set (oak) 6-pcs $800; Youth (mate's) bedroom set (oak) 5-pcs $600; Living- room set (LazyBoy) sofa & loveseat $700; Entertainment unit $250; Desk (maple) $175; shuffleboard $225; Exercise walker $100; Treadmill $150; Complete Darkroom equip $1000-obo; Curb Side Van $500-obo; Hotdog Cart $450; 905-435-0031 DININGROOM SUITE - Beau- tiful solid oak & hickory, hutch & buffet, 6 padded chairs. Paid $7000, asking $4000. Fridge, white $300o.b.o. Call after 6pm 905-436-1453 KING pillowtop mattress set with frame. New in plastic, cost $1599. Sacrifice $650. (416)727-9599. MATTRESS / BOXSPRING - Queen delux Orthopedic. Brand new, factory sealed. Sell $280. 416-895-7207. Can deliver. MEDICHAIR 9000XT, hardly used. Cost $1,800, asking $1,000 o.b.o. Call 905-447- 2935 MOVING SALE:BBQ $200; Patio set $200; dinette set $350; wall unit $250; lounge chair $150; tub chair $100; sofabed $275; breadmaker $50; TV $100. 905-725-9719 MOVING,Thomasville dining table, 4 chairs, glass, gold leaf pedestal, modern, ele- gant, asking $4000. Hoosier cupboard, restored, $1200., large oak kitchen table, 6 chairs, 2 yrs. old, $600. 905- 655–9801 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 NEW WHITE Bathroom vanity 36-in $190, 48-in $260, Kitch- en cupboards oak melamine 8-ft $475. raised panel; white $675, 1988 and up GM long box truck cap $300, 4 tires & rims $150, painted rear bumper $100. 905-983-9928 PIANO SALES - Metro East Trade Centre, Sept. 26-29. Call 1-800-281-7172 for more in- formation or to make an appt. PIANO TECHNICIAN available for tuning, repairs, & pre-pur- chase consultation on all makes & models of acoustic pianos. Reconditioned Heintz- man, Yamaha, Mason & Risch, & other grand or upright pianos for sale. Gift Certificates available. Call Barb at 905-427-7631 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com Visa, MC, Amex. 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 POOL TABLE 4.5'x9' solid oak turned legs, 1" slate, leather pockets, accessories $2500. PENTIUM II-300 computer, 64Mb Ram, floppy, CD, 56k modem, kbd/spkrs/mouse, $250; 15" monitor $75. Can deliver/set-up. 905-439-4789 POOLTABLE, JBL, PV Concert speakers 905-435-9544 HUGE CLEAR PROJECTION system. LCD panel and OHP- connect to DVD/TV/VCR/ games/computer. Images up to 140". Perfect for basement theatre. Several models from $800-$1500. Economical bulb. Call Tim 905-571-1963 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. 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. SATELLITE SERVICES, Call Les 905-430-9214. Also avail- able, tutoring for children by experienced educator, inquire now for great rates. 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. TICKETS FOR SALE Toronto Maple Leafs, Toronto Raptors, Aerosmith, Lenny Kravitz, and other concerts. Buy & Sell. 905-626–5568. VARIETY OF PERSIAN hand woven woolen rugs for sale. Very reasonable price. Differ- ent sizes & designs available. Please call Moshiur at 905- 686-4394 VETRONICS GAS ANALYZER, used very little, new $10,000 sell for $6,500. Call Doug Days, 905-985-0074, even- ings 705-277-3250. Articles Wanted315 GLADYS KNIGHT TICKETS wanted for Sept. 20 at Casino Rama. Please call if you have any available. Call 905-261- 4397 WILL BUY and pickup most unwanted items such as fur- niture (except appliances). Will also do dump runs, such as appliances, also delivery of large items. (905)668– 6695 Vendors Wanted316 ATTENTION CRAFTERS!Ven- dors Wanted for HOLIDAY SEASON CRAFT SHOW Sat- urday November 16 at the Ajax Community Centre. For more information Please con- tact Debi (905)686–4488. SUNNYCREST Nursing Home +Villa is holding their annual Bazaar on Sat. Nov. 2, 10-2. If anyone wishes to rent a table call Lynda McNabb for more info. 905-576-0111 ext. 245 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) Restaurant Equipment348 RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT Hobart mixer, stainless steel preparation fridge, doughnut maker with fryers. Call 905- 649-2002 or 905-686-3207 Pet, Supplies Boarding370 GOOD PUPPY!"Helping train your Good puppy to be a great dog! Classes starting Tues- day, September 17th. New- castle location. Puppy kinder- garten (for pups 10 - 16 weeks) and puppy grade one (for pups 16 weeks to 12 months). Registration and in- formation (905) 786-9884 email: good puppy@sprint.ca Coming soon the Goody Pup- py Canine Playhouse on Hwy #2 in Courtice! LHASA APSO pups, CKC reg- istered, tattooed, first shots. Tsuro, 905-797-2855. PUPPIES, Australian Shepherds, Springer Spaniels, Jack Russells. Pekingese. Collie x; Husky x; Lab x; $175. CATS Persian & Hima- layan, $200. 905-831-2145. TSURO DOG TRAINING offer- ing the widest range of training options. 905-797-2855, Osha- wa 905-432-8313. 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 1987 CHRYSLER LEBARON Town & Country stationwagon. In family since new. 4-cyl, automatic, loaded, buckets/ console, woodgrain, digital dash. Original 157k. New was $17,000 $1275. 905-436-6788 1989 MAZDA 626,loaded, 5 sp. manual, km mostly high- way, good condition. $2000 o.b.o. Call (905)721-9086 1990 BONNEVILLE SE, 220kms, engine & body in very good condition. Asking $2000 o.b.o. Call (905)579– 2397 for details. MECHANIC SPECIAL 88 Ca- dillac Seville SE, 4-door, 4.5- litre, carriage top, loaded, buckets/console, Rolls Royce grill. leather/body/interior great shape, running, needs minor motor repair. $590 404- 8541 1991 CHRYSLER FIFTH AVE. Fully loaded, excellent condi- tion. Low mileage. Burgundy, $5,000 certified. Call 905-683– 1370 1991 MERCURY TOPAZ,4 dr. automatic, e-tested, as is $650. Telephone (905) 432– 7053 1992 CADILLAC SEDAN Deville, excellent condition, certified & e-tested. $5300. Call (905)579–6731. (snp) 1992 JEEP CHEROKEE 4x4, auto, hunter green, new tires, new exhaust, 4L, good condi- tion, $6995 o.b.o. (905)430– 2081 1993 HONDA ACCORD,2-dr, 5-spd, 167,000kms, reactive coil over shocks, Sony stereo 10pk CD. Tint, cruise, alarm. $5500 o.b.o. Call (905)579– 2698 1993 MERCURY SABLE Wag- on -Cert., grey. One owner, exc. cond., well maint., low mileage, 127,300km, clean int., E-tested, recently rust checked, V6, 3.8L auto. trans., working air, int. light pkg., good Mich. tires, tint. Asking $4750. Call (905)721–2839. 1994 INTREPID,fully loaded, leather seats, certified/emis- sion tested, $5,500. 705-786- 0550.snp 1985 CHEV PICK-UP,only 155k, $2699. 88 Chev Van $3499. 92 Dodge Caravan $2999 mint condition, no rust. Certified & e-tested. (905)683- 7301 or (905)424-9002 after 6pm 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. 1995 Corolla 4 Dr, auto, AC, AM/FM 105kms., asking $7000. call 905-420–1535. 1995 EDDIE BAUER explorer, loaded, one owner, cd, sun- roof, bought car, must sell $5,700. good condition. Safety and e-tested.(905) 983–1024 1996 SATURN SL2 4dr., 5 speed, air rear defog, power lock, 142,000km $7,000 Call 905-436-2631 2000 ALERO,black, 2-dr, sunroof, leather interior, alloy wheels, all options. Certified/ e-tested $16,500 o.b.o. Call 905-440-5220 2000 VW GOLF GLS, 50,000km, excellent condtiion, standard, p.w., keyless entry, air, cruise, priced to sell, $17,500. Call (705)786–0459 (Port Perry) 92 JEEP and 2 yamaha mini dirt bikes, YJ - Sahara Sage green, Soft/hard top, fully up- grade, automatic/air cond., 105,000 km, New P235/75R15 tires $6,950 and PW80/PW50 bike, like new $750/$550. Call (416) 409–9428 95 FORD EXPLORER Limited, loaded $9500., 94 Ford Ex- plorer XLT, loaded, $7500., 92 Acura Integra GS, loaded, $5995., 96 Saturn 4dr., Load- ed, $4995., 95 GMC ext.,Long box, 4x4 loaded, $12,500. All vehicles certified, E tested & Lubrico warranty. Call Doug Days, 905-985-0074, Eve. 705-277-3250 Dealer. 99 MERCURY COUGAR, Black, spoiler, 6V, auto, low mileage (70,000), extended warranty. $14,900. 905-432- 3221 DREAM MACHINE 1976 Dat- sun 280Z for sale. Orig. bronze colour, 70,000 miles, 4spd. inline 6cyl. Very good cond., new paint job, tires. Pleasure to drive. Appraisal available. Cert. Asking $5000 firm, call 705-277-3281 local to Oshawa. FORD TAURUS-1988 2.5L 4Cylinder, mint condition, ab- solutely no rust, lots of new parts, runs great, asking $2000 O.B.O. e-tested/certifi- able. Ron 905-831–4489. Cars Wanted405 $$$ TOP DOLLARS paid for scrap cars 7 days/week Call (905)683–7301 or (905)424- 9002 after 6pm. 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. JOHNNY JUNKER Tops all for good cars and trucks or free removal for scrap. Speedy service. (905) 655-4609 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. 1992 GMC SLE Diesel, Z71, ext. cab, 4x4, fully loaded, 320,000k, cert & emission $12,500 o.b.o. (905)655–9745 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 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 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 POOL CLOSINGS From $150 Call N.T.S. POOL & SPA (905) 683–2604 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. A/P PAGE B10 NEWS ADVERTISER WEDNESDAY EDITION, September 11, 2002 www.durhamregion.com FURNISHED EXECU-SUITES Long/Short Term, Whitby includes *Dishes *Linens *Cable *Tel. *Park & more $1,800 per month 1-905-852-6513 172 Furnished Apartments 172 Furnished Apartments NEW FURNITURE & MATTRESS SALE 870 Taunton Rd. E., Whitby 1/2 mile east of Thickson Rd. LWe have an estate from Pickering for sale: good used furniture, dishes, entertainment unit, wall units, beds, dressers, nite tables, new oak tables & chairs, new mattresses, king sizes only $399, new sofas leather & fabric 3 pc. set only $799. Also Flea Market Sport Cards, Ceramics, Wood Products, Tools, plus many articles. Open Fri., Sat. & Sun. 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale 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 BROILER/EQUIPMENT AUCTION SATURDAY, SEPT. 21ST - 10 A.M. Selling the Broiler Equipment, Machin- ery, Tools and Equipment of Joe Kils- donk, 4861 "Green Rd., just south of Taunton Rd., Hampton, Bobcat 443 Die- sel Skidster w/ bucket (626 hrs.) JD 2130 Tractor w/146 loader (Front Wheel Ass- ist): MF50 Diesel Tractor w/loader, backhoe and cab (new rear tires), NH273 Baler, spray motor sprayer (3pth) electric forklift (65 hp, 3100 hrs and new front tires), 1992 Chev Curbside 22 ft. contractors van (350, auto) w/roof air and Onan generator; 18 ft. tandem trailer w/ramps and electric brakes; Az- tec 5.5hp portable gas compressor (new), air pig, Canox portable gas welder, Dy- napac gas tamper, four riding lawn mowers, 3/4 hp floor drill press, 16 lengths (120 ft. ea) Chore Time Nipple Waterers w/regulators (Big Roaster), 4 lengths (120 ft each), Chore Time Steel pan feeders 12 (20 in.) Circulating wall fans, 2 (36 in.) Ventilation Wall fans (5 yrs.), 4 lengths (120 ft. ea) automatic ventilation units w/controls and cylin- ders, 60 fiberglass chicken crates, Mon- arch Electric Cement Mixer, wheel bar- rel, jacks; 14 ft. (26 in.) Aluminum load ramp, aluminum and wood ladders, Brevetti Brick patio cutter, battery booster charger, Rotozip drywall saw, tools chests, beech mechanics tool cabi- nets, quantity of contractors power, air, hand tools, woodworking tools, hard- ware and materials, and numerous other lots. Check website for updates. Terms: Cash or good cheques. Auctioneers Frank and Steve Stapleton, (905) 786-2244, 1-800-263-9886 www.stapletonauctions.com 'Serving the Auction Industry since 1971' 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions AUCTION GRIST MILL AUCTION CENTRE NEWTONVILLE SEPTEMBER 13TH, FRIDAY, 6 P.M. Selling the contents of a Port Hope and Colborne home: China cabinet, four din- ing room chairs, extension console table w/three leaves, oak baptismal piece, chesterfields - green antique, small print and red print, wing back rocking chair w/matching footstool, tilt top table, wall unit - 3 sections, new oak porch rockers with rush (seaweed) seats, wicker chairs and tables, chests, occasional chairs, occasional tables, lamps, pine glass top cupboard, desk, antique china, (R. S. Tillowitz) glass, table, saw, gar- den tools, etc. etc. Check website for full listing and pictures. Preview after 2 p.m. Terms: Cash, Approved cheque, visa, m/ c, interac Auctioneers Frank and Steve Stapleton, (905) 786-2244, 1-800-263-9886 www.stapletonauctions.com 'estate specialists since 1971' TWILIGHT FARM AUCTION THURSDAY, SEPT. 12TH, 5 P.M. Auction for Alfred and Anna Kother, RR#1 Port Hope, (Osaca North), farm located at 1171 - 7th line Hope Twp. Est of Osaca County Rd. 65, 4 miles north of Hwy #2 (watch for signs). JD E0045-3 furrow plow (3pth), Longskide 11 ft. Trail Disc w/JD cylinder (Rubber), Sanderum 11504 - ll ft. Spring cultivator (3pth rub- ber), Massey 100A - 10 ft. Ezee flow fer- tilizer spreader, JD - 11 sickle mower, cockshutt 11 seed drill (13 run) old dump rake, 17 ft. 2 wheel wagon, 2 wheel wagon trailer, old 4 wheel wagon frame, irrigation pipe wagon, volta 25 ft. tie ma- chine (adaptable for vegetable grading), various tobacco bench carts; delhi steam band lifter, hilling cultivator, wiggle hoe, green house water system, ladders, qty greenhouse glass, 40,000 bagger laths, old fanning mill, gilbarco farm pump, wrought iron and brass beds, and nu- merous other articles. Farm Sold. Check date and time. Terms: Cash, Approved cheques, Auctioneers Frank and Steve Stapleton, Newtonville (905) 786-2244, 1-800-263-9886 www.stapletonauctions.com 'estate specialists since 1971' Lindsay Sale Barn 2138 Little Britain Rd. RR2 Lindsay, Ont 705-324-2774 OR 1-866-813-4449 Regular Sale every Friday at 11:30am Selling Friday Sept 13 at 2:00 pm. Herd Dispersal of 10 Blonde Cows, 8 Calves, 1 Blonde Bull, all cows are rebred blonde, The property of Hans Hartman, Also selling 25 Blonde Cows & Calves, 15 Xbred cows & calves. Ross Bailey Jeff Redmond Auctioneer Auctioneer 905-985-0697 705-324-9617 CONSIGNMENTS WANTED Call Auctioneer BONNIE BROOKS (905) 432-2124 ** Next Sale Sept 23rd ** AUCTION,contents from two seniors homes, moving to re- tirement residences, Mrs. Frederick of Belleville and Mr. Tuf- ford of Port Hope. Good selection of modern and antique home furnishings. Large selection of small collectibles plus house- hold articles, bedding, linens, doilies, selection costume jew- elry, etc. to be sold at WARNER'S AUCTION HALL, Hwy#2 Colborne, on Saturday, Sept. 14th at 10:00AM - Excellent antique 9 piece dining room set, all original superb 1/4" cut oak two glass door sideboard with or- nate beveled mirror - a family heirloom piece in original mint condition, antique wash stands, wardrobe with 2 mirrored doors, exceptional three pc sofa set, walnut sofa table, roll top desk, wooden & chrome dinette sets, 2 pc sofa set, small cab- inets, small tables, several Victorian chairs, kitchen cupboard, old table from basement with turned legs (needs refinishing), old blanket box, bed sofa, nearly new top of the line electric tread mill, antique side chairs, chest of silver, carnival glass, depression glass, flash cranberry, punch bowl set plus other pieces, quantity good china cups & saucers, old metal based lamp, pair high back arm chairs, vanity, partial set Royal Al- bert, Flo blue butter dish, walnut bedroom suite with marble tops, Ladro figurines, pots, pans, dishes, kitchen wares, crys- tal, glass, plus countless other small collectibles. Terms: Visa, M/C, cash, cheque, Interac. GARY WARNER - AUCTIONEER 905-355-2106 Online at www.warnersauction.com AUCTION, Thursday, Sept. 12th at 5:00PM - Selling contents from the home of Mrs. Jefferies of Stirling (moving to retirement home). Household furnishings, some antique piec- es, tools, old tools, 4 HP outboard motor, plus miscellaneous articles to be sold at WARNER'S AUCTION HALL, Hwy#2 Colborne. Andrew Malcolm dining room suite in excellent condition, selection dressers' & chests of drawers, old drop leaf table with a porcelain top, antique painted five drawer chest, base to old side board, an excellent bed sofa, occasion- al chairs, curved glass china cabinet, a good bedroom suite complete with good mattress set, Electrolux rug shampooer, portable colour TV, antique & modern side chairs, water pump, selection hand tools, old tools, some power tools, old lanterns, plus miscellaneous articles, dishes, glass, china, household articles, etc. No reserves. Terms: cash, cheque, Visa, M/C, In- terac. Two auctioneers selling inside & out starting at 5:00 pm. GARY WARNER - AUCTIONEER 905-355-2106 Online at www.warnersauction.com CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday, September 13 at 4:30pm 3 miles East of Little Britain on County Rd. 4 The property of Mable Costain of Lindsay plus others, 9pc walnut dining room suite, parlour tables, antique rocking chair, pink chesterfield & chair, church pew, flat to wall cupboard, walnut china cabinet, Treadle sewing machine, walnut desk, antique pine cradle, walking spinning wheel, wall telephone, wooden shaft golf clubs, wooden kitchen chairs, bar stools, modern bed- room suites, occasional chairs, coffee & end ta- bles, maple rocking chairs, table & floor lamps, box trailer, horse drawn buggy, 1986 Ford Ltd., qty. china, glass, household & collectable items. Don & Greg Corneil Auctioneers R.R. #1 Little Britain (705) 786-2183 GARY HILL AUCTIONS 905-852-9538 / 1-800-654-4647 garyhill.theauctionadvertiser.com Cell 416-518-6401 AUCTION TUES. SEPT. 17th - 5:00 p.m. Antiques, Furniture, Collectibles & Household items from the Estate of Mary Anderson of Sutton + local estates @ Vanhaven Arena, 722 Davis Dr., Uxbridge. Durham 23 (Lakeridge Rd) N to Davis Dr & W 2 km or Hwy. 404 N to Davis Dr (Newmarket) & E 24 km. Walnut 9 pc. d/r ste., wal. table & 5 chairs; Thomas Organ & Piano Co., Woodstock, upright pump piano; Sklar sofa & chair, blue tub chair, dusty rose sofa; Ethan Allen maple gate leg table, 6 chrs. & sdbd.; art deco table & 4 chrs., maple pantry, art deco china cab., mah. hall ext. table, wal. Med. style coffee & end tables, wal.lift top bench, maple half moon table, sdbd. mirror, beveled hanging mirror, table lamps, twig tables, rocker, cedar chest, dome top trunk, bdrm. stes., New Williams treadle, quilting material, qty. carpets, Kirby & Filter Queen vacuums (older), cast iron claw ft. bath tub, 1950’s unique TV, wringer washer, port. washer, washers & dryer, apt. freezer, Viking stove; China, Glass & Silver: Lg. qty. china, cups & saucers, RA Country Rose (for 6), qty. Wades, salt & peppers, pink dep., crystal, chests silverware, silver trays, silverpl. tea serv., lg. qty. spoons; Collectibles: Ant. dolls, prof. made mini greenhouse store w/quality porcelain figurines, pots, etc.; Pr. Diana & Qn. Eliz. boxed porcelain mini dolls, old toys, Dinky forklift, Euclid dump truck, MH, Mini Transport Co. tin tractor trailer, old tin grader, Eaton’s beauty doll, old games - Red Fox Hunt, Lost Heir, crokinole bd., old wood hockey game - Munro Games Ltd., Tyco train & RR set; Sports Cards - 12 lots mint 1970-80’s Leafs + lg. qty. assorted, old croquet set, old boxing gloves; qty. mini oil lamps, Avon, qty. old tins, milk bottles, qty. Coins, washing plunger; radios - Loewe Opta radio w/short wave in cab. w/glass & mirrored cabinet & old Rogers Maj.; old pocket watches, qty. books, Xmas décor., old violin in wooden case; Outdoor, Tools & Misc.: Camper trailer w/new tires, road worthy (nds. TLC); 2 sm. f/g boats; 9.9 hp Evinrude outbd. motor, qty. Muskoka chairs, chaise lounge, ant. fishing plugs & reels, ext. & apple ladders; lumber - spruce, pine; Troy 8 hp rear tine rototiller, 10” Delta table saw, garden & hand tools, oak draft table, acrylic & wood 2x2x6 display cab. w/storage; brand new disc jockey eqpmt. - 18” bass bins, loaded & unloaded, Celestion & Electrovoice wood speakers, JBL cabinets (empty), Electrovoice elect. crossovers & equalizers, UREI elect. crossovers & mixers, Klark tech teknic EQ equalizer, Bi-amp equalizer, light control floods, 15” full range speaker, Clydesdale amp rack; high quality car stereos; Two auctioneers selling at same time. Preview: 3 p.m. Sale Day Terms: Cash, Visa, M/C, Interac or approved cheque SEE WEB FOR DETAILS garyhill.theauctionadvertiser.com IMPORTANT 2 DAY 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" Selling Antiques, Collectables, Estate Contents, Furniture, Glassware & China Thursday Sept. 12th, 6:30pm Start Sunday Sept. 15th, 10:00am Start ✩ Plan to Attend! ✩ ANTIQUES AND FURNITURE: 10 pce. top quality walnut dining room suite; 5 pce. 1930's bedroom set 2-tone walnut in excellent condition; large drum table; Bird's Eye maple ciffarobe; 9 pce. walnut dining room set; 4 pce. mahogany bedroom set; Victorian platform rocker; walnut music cabinet; 1920's sewing cabinet; wing back chair; smoke stand; 1930's Deco high chest; Sheridan mahogany side- board; walnut antique china cabinet; Empire mahogany princess dresser; oak coat tree; mahogany china closet; antique chairs; magazine rack; antique caned rocker; antique bed; mahogany night stands; Queen Anne footstool; many old cof- fee tables and end tables; refinished solid elm dresser; maple 2 door glass book- case; 8 pce. mahogany dining room set; several piano benches; 1920's walnut Queen Anne china cabinet; walnut cedar chest; quality used bedroom and din- ing room furniture; too many items to list! SPECIAL INTERESTS:Moorcroft circ. 1950 2 pcs., Howard Miller oak & cherry grandfather clocks, estate jewelry including dia- monds, ruby, emerald, topaz (beautiful ladies' gold rings), out- standing home decor for the paradise of decorating. We are selling 18th & 19th century carved mahogany furniture to in- clude china cabinets, consuls, settee, cabinets, sideboards, grandfather chairs, hall stands, mirrors, bookcases, too many items to list. ART AND OIL PAINTING:Selection of signed Walter Campbell best, Group of Seven Limited Edition quality framed, Casson, Thompson, Carmichael, Harris, some first time offered in this series, Carl Brenders, Bateman, an opportunity to purchase one of Canada's best, a great selection of professional painted new and old oil on canvas, watercolors etc. GLASSWARE AND CHINA - Lots of old glassware including cornflower, carnival glass, old English cups & saucers, German Vases, and lots of decorative china arriving daily. AUCTIONEERS REMARKS: This sale will be a great sale offering of over 400 lots. Please be sure to attend. 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 Sat. Sept. 14 at 10am. Mitchell's AuctionBuilding, 115 Hwy to Millbrook exit go north 18k on Peterboro County Rd. 10 or 3k east of Omemee on #7, 5k north on Emily Park Rd. Estate furniture modern/antique, 50 cups and saucers, crystal, 50 tea collectables, 8 guns, 275 Massey diesel, p.s factory cab. 1035 hrs, double horse trailer, dbl. discs, MF 3F-3pt. plow, 8, 10 and 11HP lawn tractors, air tools, qty's other tools, 10' alum. brake, Cash/Check only! Fax listing call MITCHELL AUCTIONS Omemee 705-799-6769 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH - 10 A.M. new furniture sale at McLean Auctions - 2194 Little Britain Rd., Lindsay. Brand new chesterfield, oak di- nette suites, leather sofas and love seats, entertain- ment units, wall units, roll top desk, computer desks, walnut quality dining suite, oak dining suite with buf- fet hutch, new chest freezer, mattresses. Don't miss this new furniture sale. 10 am. sharp, preview 9 am. McLean Auctions (705) 324-2783 or 1-800-461-6499 www.mclean.theauctionadvertiser.com TESS TIDD ESTATE SALES SERVICE AUCTION SALE Sat. September 14th at 10 a.m. at TIDD'S AUCTION HOUSE (Hwy#2 east of Cobourg) 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. Selling the balance of Ward Estate, Peterbor- ough, along with items from two local estates. Featured in this sale. Antique furniture, glass, china and collectibles, plus a large number of Victorian prints and watercolors. Flo blue, cut and press glass, canteen of cutlery, primitive tools, antique baskets, crocks and jugs, jewel- lery, sterling pces., Royal Doulton plate, quality sofas and sofa beds, coffee and end tables, floor and table lamps, storage cupboards, Craftsman 17.5 hp riding mower, good Kenmore fridge and stove like new G.E. heavy duty washer and dryer, plus so much more. Preview Friday, Sep- tember 13th. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday, Septem- ber 14th - 9 a.m. to time of sale. Terms - Cash, Visa, MC, Interac cheque w/proper I. D. Lunch available. Note: Our next auction date - Sep- tember 21st - an outstanding sale - TO VIEW NOW GO TO theauctionfever.com. Auctioneer Patricia Tidd. TIDD ESTATE SALES/SERVICE (905) 372-2994/1-877-863-2477 Specializing in Antique and Estate Auction Sales. WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 18th -- 4:45pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques and Collectables for the Estate of Ed Fockler of Ballantrae, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd. 1km west of Utica. TO INCLUDE:6-pc Dining room suite, recliner, co- lour TV, oak chairs, oak dressers, coat rack, oak desk, buffet, Inglis washer, GE dryer, cranberry glass, quilts, crocks, chain saw, leaf flower, weed eater, ladders, corn kettle, canoe, plus hundreds of other interesting and quality items. SALE MANAGED AND SOLD BY NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 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 400 Cars For Sale 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 185 Houses For Rent 279 Tutoring Services 1998 BLAZER LS,4dr, 4x4, auto, 2-tone black/silver, 120,000kms, lots of extras, excellent condition, excellent maintenance, certified, e-test- ed $14,900. (905)571–7013 evenings & weekends. 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. 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 ASTRO blue on blue, 220,000km. $1000 o.b.o. as is. Call 905-728-6225 1991 PONTIAC TRANSPORT SE, 6 cyl., 7-passenger bucket seats, am-fm/CD, well maintained, a/c, high mileage, e-tested, will certify. Asking $3,500 o.b.o. Call (905)576– 5930 1996 SAVANNA,3/4 ton, new tires, transmission & fuel pump. Insulated, great work truck. Certified & e-tested. $12,500. Call 905-438–1999 GM Employee Vehicle, 2001 MONTANA 4dr, loaded, eve- rything but leather, traction control, load leveler, rear compressor, take over 96,000km lease, at $379/ monthly. Call 905-655–9568. GM EMPLOYEE vehicle 2002 Venture LT, 4-dr extended, loaded, everything except leather, bronze mist metallic, take over lease only $388.32 per month, taxes included, 0 down. Call 905-666–1974. Motorcycles435 1976 HONDA CB 750 motor- cycle, red, daytona faring, selling as is. Will deliver in Pickering/Oshawa area. $500. Telephone (905) 426–5813 3.5HP BRIGGS & STRATON mini bike (new motor) $500 firm. (705)328-2212.snp Garage & Storage Space455 GARAGE FOR RENT,high traffic area in north Oshawa. Excellent for car sales, me- chanic, detailer, etc. $550/mo. Available immediately. 905- 429–8038 STORAGE SPACE AVAILABLE cars, boats, trailers 905-435- 9544 Announcements255 Lost and Found265 BORDER COLLIE,free to good home, 5 yrs old, name is Bil- ly, spayed looking for a ma- ture person/persons. A quiet and smart dog. Well trained and loves belly rubs. Love children but not rough play. Serious inquires only . Call Pam at (905) 720-3358. LOST – Senegal Parrot – grey head, green back, orange-yel- low breast. Reward. Please call 905-686-2250. PRETTY BLACK & WHITE CAT Female. Lost in the area of, 91 Delaney Drive, Ajax. Please call 905-683–0872. Answers to Jake Nannies/ Live-In/Out270 NANNY LIVE-IN 18 months, good references, experi- enced., Ajax area. (905) 683– 0609 Daycare Available273 AFFORDABLE LOVING DAY- CARE non-smoking, reliable/ experienced, mother of 2. Steps to Glengrove P.S. on St. Anthony Daniels bus/route. Large fenced backyard. Play- room/crafts/outings. Snacks/ lunch. Valley Farm Rd. / King- ston Rd. Near PTC. Referenc- es. Call Debbie (905) 839– 7237 BROCK / MAJOR OAKS Tender loving home daycare for your child on quiet court, fenced yard, playroom. 12 years exp. nursing back- ground, references. 905-683- 8934 HARWOOD/HWY #2 . I offer a fun and energetic daycare program in my home. I will escort to/from Terry Fox P.S. All lunches/snacks provided. Great rates. Flexible hours. Tax receipts. All ages accept- ed. Call Mary (905)426–8204. MY LITTLE ONES are growing up. Spaces available in a nur- turing and safe home environ- ment from 6 months& up. Holy Redeemer C.S. (re- ceipts, references) Kelly (905)837–0403. 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. RESPONSIBLE HOME day- care, 14 years experience, infants to 10 years, Cpr. crea- tive play, outdoor activities, Church/Delaney, Call Elaine 905-683–0352. WESTNEY/ROSSLAND reli- able babysitter with 16 years experience. Hot lunches + snacks, fenced yard, ICS di- ploma, References. Receipts, reasonable rates. Babies wel- comed. 905-427–4937 Registration278 PRIVATE FLUTE LESSONS beginners welcome. Call Sar- ah 905-686-2088 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. Refi- nancing debt consolidation a specialty. For fast profession- al service call 905-666-4986. MONEY PROBLEMS?STOP: judgements, garnishments, mortgage foreclosures & har- rassing creditor calls. GET: Debt Consolidations, & pro- tection for your assets. Call now: 905-576-3505 MORTGAGES:First, second & third, refinance up to 90%. Commercial loans, Industrial loans, Business financing, Lines of credit. No matter what the situation we can find financing/mortgage for you. Call Natasha Demattos Frank's Fund 416-817-6908/ 905-426-1616. PRIVATE FUNDS conventional and hard to place mortgages, fast & simple, low fees, usu- ally no appraisal req'd. e-mail durhamcapital@rogers.com 416-821-7665 House Cleaning556 Home Improvements700 Garbage Removal Hauling702 Painting and Decorating710 Moving and Storage715 Dating Services900 FRIENDS AND LOVERS DAT- ING SERVICE! NOW WITH CHATLINE!Durham's Own! Sometimes love is just not enough. Listen to the voice ads free. Women free to meet men. 905-683-1110 Adult Entertainment905 Massages910 GRAND OPENING - New Management. Russian At- tendant, Summer Special. Call 905-579–2715. REFLEXOLOGY THERAPY and back treatment. 905-404- 8353 Passion Paradise Serving you with the utmost respect 100% Discretion Fine fun ladies 19-34 Call Nikki (905)427-4818 (905)767-4607 Selectively hiring classy slender ladies MOUNTAIN MOVING SYSTEMS We will move anything, anywhere, anytime. Commercial or residential. Packaging, storage and boxes available. Senior & mid month discounts. Free estimates. 905-571-0755 A& A EXCELLENT MOVING 2 men, 26ft truck Small/Large Moves $55/hr. For free estimates Call 416-396-3766 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service. 905-428-0081 All Pro Painting and Wallpapering Repair & Stucco ceilings Decorative Finishes & General Repairs 20% off for Seniors (905)404-9669 GARBAGE REMOVAL For PeopleWith Limited Cash Flow Garage is for cars Basement for relaxation Call Joseph (905) 428-7528 or cell (905) 626-6247 HOME RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS Electrical, plumbing carpentry, drywall painting, flooring, fin- ished basements/ apts. etc. Guaranteed. 10 plus years exp. Trevor (905) 619–2258 BURKE'S CONTRACTING • Kitchens • Bathrooms • Renovations • Door & Window Trim • Baseboard • Crown Moulding • Fences • Decks * Insured * Guaranteed *Free Estimates 905-723-3014 CLEAN MOMENT Experienced European cleaning. Residential and Commercial. Pickering, Markham, Ajax area. For service call 647-295-0771 "Clean is our middle name" NO TIME TO TALK Why not Fax us your ad! You can use your fax machine to send us your advertisement. Please allow time for us to confirm your ad copy and price prior to deadline. One of our customer service representatives will call you. Please remember to leave your company name, address, phone number and contact name. Fax News Advertiser 905-579-4218 OSHAWA CLINIC ANNOUNCEMENT We are pleased to introduce the following new optometrists who have joined the Oshawa Clinic. Dr. Janet Brooks 905-721-3589 Dr. Raniero Fernando 905-721-3589 Dr. Coralee Mueller 905-721-4944 Eye exams can be booked at the above phone numbers with one of these eye care professionals. No referral required. 255 Announcements 255 Announcements 255 Announcements Invitation to Bid Bids for services listed below addressed to: The Distribution Manager This Week Newspaper P.O. Box 481 865 Farewell Ave. Oshawa, ON. L1H 7L5 Will be received until 5:00 p.m. Friday, September 20th/2002 Contract commencing September 27th/2002 Work consists of counting, bundling and dropping off papers, flyers, catalogues and other products to special locations in Durham. Delivery to be completed within 3 hours after receiving product. Bid packages available at: 845 Farewell Ave. Oshawa. Lowest or any bids not necessarily accepted. 260 Tenders 260 Tenders 260 Tenders 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 ROOFING • SKYLIGHTS EAVESTROUGH 905-427-8613 1-866-688-5923 Free Estimates Fully Insured 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 410 Trucks For Sale 420 Vans/4-Wheel Drive Please read your classified ad on the first day of publica- tion as we cannot be responsible for more than one insertion in the event of an error. 255 Announcements SELL IT NOW CALL AJAX 683-0707 BAILEY, Effie Harriet - At Fairview Lodge, Whitby, on Thursday September 5th, 2002. Effie Bailey of Ajax, formerly of Fenwick, in her 97th year. Beloved wife of the late Carman Bailey (1960). Dear mother of Earl Bailey and his wife Jean of Oshawa and Lorna Bailey of Ajax. Dear grandmother of Craig, Todd and Lynn. Great grandmother of Shannon, Owen, Karen and Holly. A Memorial Service will be held at Pickering Village United Church,300 Church Street North, Ajax on Wednesday Sep- tember 18th, 2002 at 2 p.m. Memorial dona- tions to Pickering Village United Church, Cana- dian Cancer Society, or Heart and Stroke Foundation. Death Notice Listings For Audio on current deaths, call 905-683-3005 From Clarington, Port Perry or Uxbridge, please call 1-905-683-3005. Visit us on the internet: www.durhamregion.com Brought to you by the following funeral homes: Accettone, Armstrong, Courtice Funeral Chapel Limited, Low & Low, The Simple Alternative, McEachnie, McIntosh-Anderson, Morris, Newcastle Funeral Home, Northcutt-Elliott, Oshawa Funeral Service, Wagg, W.C. Town, Memorial Chapel. 1. Simply dial the above number on a touch tone phone only. 2. Listen for the name you are looking for. The listings are recorded by surname first. 3. When you hear the name you want, press 1 to hear details of the funeral arrangements. 4. If you miss any information, press 1 to replay the details. 5. If you want to go back to the main directory of names, press 2 and repeat from Step 2. Step MICHAEL, Genevieve, Peacefully, at home, on Sunday 8, 2002. Genevieve Michael in her 75th year. Beloved wife of the late Habeeb Michael. Loving mother of Elias and his wife Kitty, Saida and her husband Peter van Sta- veren, Norma and her husband Michael Ross, Joe and his wife Cheri, Peter and Jenny; Michael, Mary and her husband John Eccles- ton, and John. Grandmother of Tammy, Car- rie, Todd, Eric, Adam, Amber, Sammy, Leila, Jeff, Kyle, Evan, Genevieve, and Michael. Great grandmother of Carlie and Danielle. The family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME,28 Old King- ston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) 905-428– 8488 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm Monday and Tues- day. Funeral Mass at St. Francis de Sales Church,on Wednesday September 11, 2002 at 10:30 am. Interment - St. Francis de Sales Cemetery. Should family and friends so de- sire, donations to Crohns and Colitis Founda- tion would be greatly appreciated. To place your personal- ized In Memoriam, call 683-0707 (Ajax) and let one of our professional advisors help you. 258 In Memoriam www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, September 11, 2002 PAGE B11 A/P Teens are growing up faster in today’s culture, and can face serious choices with serious consequences. So what’s a parent to do? Cassandra Alexopoulos, 13, says she’s often mistaken for being an older teenager. RON PIETRONIRO/ News Advertiser photo BY CRYSTAL CRIMI Staff Writer In a culture where teen magazines depict adult lifestyles and television shows use 25-year- olds to play the parts of teens, looking older can seem normal to many youths. Teenagers can look much more mature than they really are and the effect can impact them for better or for worse. Take Cassandra Alexopoulos and Miranda Daniels (not her real name). Both have been de- scribed as having a ‘Britney Spears’ image, but that’s their only similarity. Cassandra is a 13- year-old who looks 18 and other than her ad- vanced appearance she is a typical 13-year-old. But Miranda, 16, is still learning from some adult experiences she started having around 13. Her lifestyle and mature looks took her down a path of sex, drugs, and alcohol at a very earlier age, she says. “When I was eight years old I started to get boobs,” recalls Miranda. “At 10, I got my period. (Other students) looked like they were in Grade 6 and I looked like I was in Grade 9 or 10.” Her parents split up when Miranda was eight and her mother received custody of both her and her younger sister. At 11, her mother would drop Miranda off at school an hour early on her way into work. As Miranda waited for class to begin, her classmates would crowd around to tease her. She began to hate their immaturity and separated from the rest of her age group. “I had a boyfriend when I was 13 and he was 17...I was 13 in Grade 8 and I was that guy’s girl- friend and I slept with him. After we broke up, I slept with nine people. I didn’t know you weren’t supposed to sleep with that many people; I thought it was normal,” explains Miranda. “My mom never talked to me about that kind of thing and when I was with these (older) peo- ple I would sleep with them and think they would stay with me,” she adds. “I was 14, I really didn’t understand. When I was 14, I was hanging around with 18-year-olds. I was always hanging around with older people and we would go to this guy’s house and his parents were never home and they could do whatever they wanted.” She stopped going to school; during the day, she would hang out with other kids and smoke marijuana. The school tried to diagnosis Miranda, who received ‘A’s throughout her education, with a learning disability. “I didn’t go to school for two years. Now I’m back and I get 83 per cent,” she says. She now regrets leaving school. When she’s 20, she should be just finishing high school - and she regrets hurting her father. “He was very strict and I was thinking I’m 18, not 14,” said Miranda. “I think I should have been normal. I think half was fun and half of it was tearing my mind out,” she adds. Since her return to school this year, she has re- ceived honours and leadership awards while maintaining a part-time job. She has had a boyfriend for the last two years who treats her well. But not all is left behind. She holds some serious regrets; she still smokes dope but not as much. Cassandra is a whole other story. The 13-year- old, who lives with her mom and younger sister, is all “kid” with the exception of her appearance. “I was at camp this past week and everyone would come up to me and ask if I was a counsel- lor,” says a giggling Cassandra. “At school, the teachers think I look older and say ‘you’re going into Grade 8’? “I think it’s cool looking older. I think it’s probably better than looking younger. I think it would be so fun being 16 and driving... I can’t wait. You get to have more privileges, you get to go to parties, there’s high school, and looking for jobs.” But she does wait for her time and is careful not to have grown up experiences before she is ready. For fun, Cassandra and her friends don’t drink or smoke cigarettes; they go to the park and sometimes to the movies. She says although her group of friends is small, they have enough fun to keep out of trouble. “The camp I go to is a Christian camp and they’re always talking about things you shouldn’t do, like smoking and drinking and it really puts a picture in your head. I don’t want to do that,” says Cassandra. No older guys have asked her out on a date. “If they did I would say ‘no’ because going out with older guys could lead into other stuff and it would lead into more and I don’t want to get into trouble,” she says. Cassandra says it’s not just she who looks older, but her whole group of friends. “I don’t think it’s that we try and look older. We wear makeup but dress normal,” she notes. “We act more mature. Some of the kids in our grade are still rolling in the mud, but we don’t.” Ron Tansley, principal at Courtice Secondary School, has spent 13 years in administration and 30 in the education profession, including time at Brookside, a training centre for kids with prob- lems. In the last decade, kids certainly have grown and changed, but so has society, he says. “Probably the idea of a teenage culture has so- lidified in the last 10 to 20 years,” Mr. Tansley said. “When you look at the culture, youth gen- erations want to look older, more sophisticated.” Much of the more mature attitude teens seem to be taking on comes from the broad range of in- formation they have access to with the click of a mouse, he suggests. “You have kids who have 30 hour famines be- cause they know what’s going on in the Third World countries,” he says. “There’s a higher level of emotional intelligence, they’re more aware of what’s going on and more confident. We defi- nitely are producing citizens with a broader view of the world and themselves. “There’s school, there’s jobs, a big social life –– when you add that up it’s pretty busy lives,”he says. “I think when people are criticizing and judging kids on what they should be, they’re judging kids on what they should have been in a past society.” Half adult, half child P PAGE B12 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, September 11, 2002 www.durhamregion.com HOT DOGS AND POP Sat. Sept. 14 & Sun. Sept 15 Noon-2:00 pm Open 7 Days a Week: Monday to Friday 9am to 8pm,Saturday 9am to 6pm, Sunday 11am to 5pm Ajax TORONTO HWY. 401 Westney Rd.Fairall St. We are Here!N 458 Fairall St., Ajax (at Westney - Just South of 401) 905-683-2222 Genuine Factory Outlet HOME DECOR BALLOONS FOR KIDS!! AS ALWAYS LOTS OF IN-STORE SPECIALS PLUS .comwww. THIS WEEKEND ONLY! Injury puts Burns in the gallery for Open him out of qual- ifying school for the Canadi- an pro tour at Royal Ashburn Golf Club, north of Whitby, Sept. 16 to 20. If there’s a silver lining, however, it is that he should be fully recov- ered in time for another qualify- ing school in Florida in Feb- ruary. “That’s more likely to occur,” he said. Burns watched as many of his friends on the Canadian Tour shot solid scores at the Canadian Open, prompt- ing many ‘what ifs’ to enter his mind. “The Canadi- an Tour was well represented there this week. A lot of those players made the cut (to qual- ify for third and fourth rounds of play). I was playing good, too (entering the tournament) and I could have been there this weekend,” he lamented. Forever an optimist, Burns said one bad week won’t di- minish his dream to play in a PGA Tour event. He believes another shot will arrive soon enough. “I think my game has pro- gressed enough, so I’ll get anoth- er opportunity,” he said. “I plan on being out there one day.” INJURY from page B1 SCOREBOARD PICKERING SOFTBALL ASSOCIATION 2002 championship results from Saturday, Sept. 7. COACH PITCH MIXED Mulberry Bush 16 vs Ontario Power Generation 17. FRIENDLY PITCH MIXED Ontario Power Generation 21 vs Employment News 10. MITE GIRLS Celtech Plastics 15 vs Almost Doesn’t Count Stables 9. SQUIRT GIRLS Air Sponge 15 vs Air Plus 16. NOVICE GIRLS CAN-TRUCK 17 vs West Pickering Ladies Slo-Pitch 6. BANTAM/MIDGET GIRLS Steve and Peggy’s No Frills 13 vs S & R Carpentry 10. MITE BOYS Thompson Kernaghan 7 vs Road Trailer Rentals 17. SQUIRT BOYS Herongate Barn Theatre 5 vs HFM Construction 11. PEEWEE/BANTAM BOYS Leslie & Palmer 9 vs Maracle Press 12. 2002 AWARDS Jayne Harris Memorial Award recipient Stephen Draper. Vivian Fetter Memorial Award recipient Adam Northern. PICKERING SOCCER CLUB House league scores for the weeks ending Aug.25, Sept. 7/02 UNDER-FIVE MICRO DIVISION ‘C’ July 26 –– Timbits royal blue/black (MVP Stephanie Tan- nis) vs. Timbits gold (MVP Kaitlyn Stanley); Timbits kelly green (MVP Gabriella Trentadue) vs. Timbits red/black (MVP Jeremy Daniel); Timbits light brown (MVP Erica Benoit) vs. Timbits hunter green (MVP Haley Smith); Tim- bits steel grey (MVP Quinten Johnston) vs.Timbits purple. Aug. 2 –– Timbits red/black (MVP Curtis Hearn) vs.Timbits purple (MVP Adam Halsall); Timbits kelly green (MVP Emily Barsby) vs.Timbits steel grey (MVP Daniel Barbera); Timbits hunter green (MVP Noah Hamdic) vs.Timbits royal blue/black (MVP Ayson Therien);Timbits light brown (MVP Aislinn Komorowski) vs. Timbits gold (MVP Ryan Sylvester). Aug. 9 ––Timbits royal blue/black (MVP Emily Higham) vs. Timbits purple (MVP Marcus McCalla); Timbits gold (MVP Jacob Tiangco) vs. Timbits steel grey (MVP Madison Wat- son);Timbits hunter green (MVP Andrew Jegg) vs.Timbits red/black (MVP Raheem Lewis); Timbits light brown (MVP Sydney Shibrattan) vs. Timbits kelly green (MVP Michael Mai). Aug. 16 ––Timbits red/black (MVP Kailey Steinhausen) vs. Timbits light brown (MVP Jacob Currie); Timbits gold (MVP Danielle Toland) vs. Timbits hunter green (MVPs Haley Smith,Cameron Oliver); Timbits purple (MVP Thomas Grant, Alana Jolly) vs. Timbits kelly green (MVP Brian Spiers); Timbits steel grey (MVP Jordan Seeley) vs. Timbits royal blue/black (MVP Carly Marmina). Aug. 23 –– Timbits steel grey (MVPs Caitlin Vanstaveren, Katie Spragge) vs.Timbits red/black (MVP Ryan Hawken); Timbits purple vs. Timbits gold (MVP Nicolas Humphrey); Timbits hunter green (MVPs Phoenix Foxwell, Sabrina Ia- cobucci) vs. Timbits kelly green (MVP Douglas Harnden); Timbits royal blue/black (MVP Scott Stacey) vs. Timbits light brown. UNDER-EIGHT BOYS’ DIVISION 1 Aug. 19 ––Arnts Topsoil 2 (Cameron Hudson, Ryan Hick- ey) vs. Tide 2 (Mathew Waitzik, Mitchell Sora, MVP Jariah Patterson);Village Plaque Attack 4 (Ryan Mehler, Nicholas Gucciardi, Darren Binder, Robert Bianchi) vs. Parmalat sil- ver 2 (Jordan Labricciosa, Darnell Bailey, MVP Michael Wheeler); Ontario Power Generation 4 (Grant Star, Laim Macgae, Number 5, Number 6) vs. Coldwell Banker 5 (Adam Levesque 4, Spencer Torok); Parmalat teal 4 (Thomas Davies 2, Joel Dow-Leo, Quinn McNeil) vs. Dr. M Lean 2 (Nathan Sorli, John Milonas, MVP Connor Schmitt, Michael Madsen). UNDER-EIGHT GIRLS’ DIVISION Aug. 21 –– Parmalat teal 2 (Rachel Hern 2, MVP Rachel Hern) vs Zellers 2 (Lindsay Boileau, Nicolle Beninato);Par- malat hunter green 10 (Erin Caruana 4, Meena Sharif 3, Chanice Rhoden, Amani Thomas, Tina Kokkotas) vs. Par- malat sky blue 0; Golder Associates 2 (Lauren Sayers 2, MVP Taylor Schlag) vs. Doria's Garage 1 (Jennifer Mueller, MVP Taylor Fitchett); Mikala 1 (Christina Caruso, MVP Katie Martinko, Alexia Khan) vs. Kool Kats 1 (Katielle Walsh, MVP Heather Risdon, Kathryn Cartwright); Picker- ing Wal-Mart 2 (Tamara Judges, Sarah McKinnon, MVP Waverly Tracey) vs. Parmalat gold 0 (MVP Brooke Smith). UNDER-NINE BOYS’ DIVISION 1 Aug. 20 –– Belstone Electric 13 (Alexander Chiakalis 7, Andrew Eng 5, Greg Papaconstantino) vs. Lentequip 2 (Ryan Faraone, Michael Brayannis); RE/MAX Joe Pitino 3 (James Beatty-Wilson, Jonathan Bianchi, Alexander Fortin) vs. Hepcoe Credit Union 2 (Trevor Patterson 2, MVP Nathaniel Hargraves, MVP Trevor Patterson); Par- malat white 3 (Joshua Louis 2, Joshua Small, MVP Andrew Leslie) vs. Parmalat kelly green 8 (Brandon Cammisa 4, Alexander Waddell 2, Jamal Drysdale, Dylan Watson, MVP George Meszaros); Parmalat turquoise 2 (Daniel Faigal, Alexander Genus, MVP Matthew Stanley, MVP Brian Hern) vs. Parmalat teal 2 (Ashani Shields 2); Parmalat gold 5 (Marcus Malcolm 3, Thane Barnett, David Lipsett, MVP Michael Pupunkoski) vs.Parmalat purple 4 (Derek Luening 2, Adam Watson, Spencer Fernandez, MVP Andrew Faux); Parmalat sky blue 6 (Joseph Doherty 3, Dylan Morgan 2, Brian Leslie, MVP Michael Walker) vs. Parmalat orange 0 (MVP Isaac Baik). UNDER-NINE GIRLS’ DIVISION Aug. 22 ––EM-Space 0 vs. Parmalat kelly green 1 (Alan- nah Blenkarn, MVP Krista Reid);Certified Heating 0 (MVP Krista Reid) vs. Parmalat skyblue 3 (Madison Marmina, Tiffany Stovanoski, Katherine Chicoine, MVPs Mya Butler, Jamie Adams, Eryn Sims, Megan Kimble); Parmalat gold 2 (Robyn McCann, Roberta-Anne Pagniello) vs. DB Seating Components 0; Grace 1 (Emily Mihalek, MVP Victoria Mc- Culloch) vs. Champions 0 (MVP Jasmine Patterson); Changepoint 5 (Francesca Loreto, Supriya Nater, Kelly Christensen, Sarah Forde 2) vs. VLS Inc 0; Partners in Community Nursing 1 (Sarah Nadera vs. Parmalat teal 2 (Shevon Harper, Dominique Harte). UNDER-12 BOYS’ DIVISION 1 Aug. 22 ––Ryswin Graphics 3 (Gaylan Sleeth 2, Mike Brovoski) vs. Desc Technologies 1 (Tome Ferreira); Sabourin Kimble & Assoc 6 (Kyle Mitchell, Marc-Andre Servant, Christopher Prato 3, Blair Kimble) vs. Steve's Castings 0; DND Construction 2 (Dylan Murray, Shawn Stark) Vs. Rotork 1 (Sean Pavlidis); Translogix 3 (P. Palantzas 2, B. Zorn) vs. Grafton & Co.3 (Justin Warren, Evan Kent, Adam Baskie). UNDER-12 GIRLS’ DIVISION 1 Aug. 19 —Kinsmen & Kinettes Club 2 (Kelsey Spurrell, Samantha Doner) vs. McDonalds 1 (Stephanie Yiouroukis, MVP Malorie Prince);M & M Meat Shops 1 (Kayla Richard, MVP's Rebecca Downey, Tobi Odeuke) vs. HTS Engineer- ing 2 (Dana-Lea Snow, Rebecca Prentice); Stikeman Elliot Sharks 0 vs.Percise Office Repairs 2 (Samantha Wayland, Shelby Forza); Mikala 6 (Chenice Patterson 2, Jessica Rowlings, Andrea Farrell 3) vs. Ontario Power Generation 2 (Nicole Sylvester, Jennifer Sylvester). UNDER-14 GIRLS’ DIVISION Aug. 21 ––Dairy Queen 0 vs. Durham Metro Courier 0; Licks 3 (Melissa Joyce 2, Andrea Romeo) vs. Exact Elec- tric 1 (Katelyn Perrault); Eastend Bindery 4 (Lauren Civel- lo 2, Michele McCann, Keva McNally) vs. Eastern Drywall Accoustics 1 (Catherine Levesque); Sporting Images 2 (Michelle Warne, Katie-Lee Lanigan) vs.Verifeye 1 (Dalana Parris); Ontario Power Generation 1 (Samantha Switzer) vs.Corporate Contracting 0; Grafton & Co.4 (Kiley Sullivan 2, Sabrina Garces, Chloe Masse) vs. Stonewall Manage- ment 0 (MVPs Victoria Koczan, Emma Borg). UNDER-16 GIRLS’ DIVISION Aug. 20 ––Hawks 4 (Carolyn Arbuckle, Britt Tozer, Karlie Jeffery, Christine Dineley, MVP Karlie Jeffery) vs. Ontario Power Generation 2 (Quinn Caggiula, Britney Chandler, MVP Britney Chandler); Solid Image 6 (Jen Adams, Kathryn Skelton, Andrea Clarry, Jen Hurl, MVP Samantha Carey, Andrea Clarry vs. Percise Office Repair 0 (MVP Nicole King); Marshall Homes 4 (Sheena Yacoob 3, Natal- ie Salvagna, MVP Sheena Yacoob) vs. Pro-Bel 8 (Heather Dysart 2, Nicole Florio 4, Bree Grenon 2, MVP Erika Cincinnato, Florio Nicole); McDonalds 2 (Lauren O'Hare, Danielle Daley, MVP Lauren Arsenault) vs.Boyer Pickering Panthers 3 (Caley Hulme, Caitlin Partridge 2, MVP Kelly Dunn). WOMEN’S DIVISION Aug. 25 ––Family Chiropractic and Homeopathic Centre 3 (Noreen Basso 2, Denise Alousis) vs. Pickering Toyota 1 (Colleen Wetering); Bob Johnston Chev Olds 2 (Lisa Kae- fer, Karen Michalicka) vs. Papps 1 (Shyrin Hirji); Sporting Images 3 (Portia Vidal, Tracey Kitchen 2) vs.T. Arnts Loam Supply 2 (Mary-Anne O'Neill, Nicole MacInnis). AJAX SOCCER UNITED CLUB Recent results MICROS June 20:Boyers Pontiac 5 (Reade MacInnis 2, Kirk Roach 3) vs. Marilyn Travels 2 (Adam Cresswell). June 27: Blue Line Plumbing 3 (Matthew Fardy, Jarrett Macklin 2) vs. Boyer Pontiac 2 (Read MacInnis). July 25: Blue Line Plumbing 6 (Jarrett Macklin 4, Stewart Henderson, Matthew Fardy) vs. Soccer Connection 0 (MVP Johnathon Conaghan). Aug 1:Dino Mites 5 (Jordon Smith 5) vs. Sweet Sound Audio 2 (Mark-Henry Shiwram, Max Cotey-Percy). Aug 8:Blue Line Plumbing 8 (Jarrett Macklin 7, Nathaniel Lindo) vs. Ray’s Trophies 2 (Terrell Spencer 2); Mariyln Travel 4 (Shane Scott, Diandre Nelson, Andrew Cecchetto 2) vs.Boyer Pontiac 0;Soccer Connection 0 (MVP S.Durn- ford) vs. Nelson Hobbies 6 (Daniel Wilson 3, Craig Rush- ton 3, MVP Eric O’Reilly). BOYS’ UNDER-NINE DIVISION Aug 1:Boyers Pontiac 0 vs. Dundee 5 (Michael D’Arcy 2, Max Bell, Daniel Massa 2). BOYS’ UNDER-EIGHT DIVISION Aug 6:Dickson Printing 6 (David Clarke, Shane Ragbeer 3, Marcus Phipps, James O’Brien) vs. Deer Creek 0 (MVP Cedre Dion);Boyer Pontiac 0 (MVP Curtis Piercy) vs.Dino- Mites 6 (Alexander Gee 3, Andrew Greenman 2, Ryan Humby 1, MVP Ryan Humby); Dundee 6 (Jake Tsukamo- to, Aidan Parker 4, Joshua Cameron, Peter Stuart) vs.Soc- cer Connection 2 (Eric Heller 2, MVP Eric Robson). Red Sox bantams provincial champions Pickering edges Guelph for ‘AAA’title PICKERING —The Pickering Red Sox major bantam rep boys’ baseball team is the Ontario champion. The Red Sox captured the Ontario Baseball Association ‘AAA’ title with a 3-1 win over Guelph in the final of the championships hosted in Burlington over the Labour Day weekend. The win in the final capped an out- standing tournament performance by the Pickering bantams, finishing the championships with a perfect 5-0 record. Pickering opened the tournament with a 2-0 win over Innisfil. In Game 2 against Guelph, the Red Sox eked out a 2-1 win. They followed this with a 5-1 win over Mississauga and a 6-1 victory over London to secure a berth in the championship contest. The OBA ‘AAA’ championship capped an outstanding season on the di- amond for the bantam Red Sox. This season, Pickering won the league title as well as the Eastern Ontario Baseball As- sociation championships in Kingston. The squad also captured the Pickering Wooden Bat Tournament championship in July. Team members are Mathew Brooks, Vince Carbone, Brad Downton, Mark James, Steven Loder, Shawn Mayhew, David McElroy, Garrett Russell, Nick Spencer, Mike Vitale and Mike Wilson. Carlton James, Dave Mayhew, Craig Loder and J.D. Fleming coach the team. PICKERING — Oh, so close. The shortfall of a single goal during a penalty kick shootout meant the Pick- ering Power Millwork Home Centre girls’ under-15 regional premier soccer team returned home as finalists, instead of champions, at the Whitby Iroquois Rep Tournament recently. The Pickering girls met Central Girls’ Soccer League Regional Premier rivals Whitby Lightning in the final. Nicole Zorn’s third goal of the tourna- ment 10 minutes into the second half tied the game after Whitby scored to open the first half. The draw held up through 20 minutes of sudden-death. During the series of five penalty kicks, Pickering shooters Zorn, Eileen Hanlon and Audrey Pierce were suc- cessful, but the Lightning countered with four strikes to claim the title. Pickering scored an efficient 2-0 de- feat of the York United Wildcats in Game 1 of the tournament on goals by Zorn and Camille Phillip. Pickering fol- lowed by beating the Kanata Stingers 1- 0 as Zorn provided the margin of victo- ry. A scoreless draw against the Oshawa Kicks (Qumra Kara Virani’s third con- secutive shutout) put Pickering through to the championship game. At the awards ceremony, Pickering Power Millwork coach Horace St. Auby applauded the girls’efforts. Power surge falls just short