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Durham educators laud ‘remarkable report’ BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer DURHAM —Ontario’s ed- ucation system needs $1.8 bil- lion more, including $700 mil- lion in new investments, Dr. Mordechai Rozanski has rec- ommended to Education Minis- ter Elizabeth Witmer. And that’s music to the ears of local school boards and par- ents, who for years have claimed they are not receiving enough money from the Province — and that it’s hurting students. The Province created the Ed- ucation Equality Task Force seven months ago, fulfilling a promise of then-Tory leadership candidate Ernie Eves to review how education is funded. The Guelph university president, Dr. Rozanski, was given the task, assisted by a stakeholder advi- sory committee and expert ad- visers. On Tuesday, his much-antic- ipated report was released, call- ing for a three-year funding plan to increase spending. But while that would begin with next year’s provincial edu- cation budget, Dr. Rozanski said three things cannot wait and must be done this year: WHERE TO FIND IT Editorial Page/A6 Sports/B1 Entertainment/B3 Classified/B8 GIVE US A CALL General/905-683-5110 Distribution/905-683-5117 General FAX/905-683-7363 Death Notices/905-683-3005 Sincerely Yours 1-800-662-8423 durhamregion.com shouston@durhamregion.com PICKERING’S COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER SINCE 1965 NEWS ADVERTISER Doctor takes a Dodge performance fictitious turn goes into overdrive ENTERTAINMENT/B3 WHEELS/PULLOUT PRESSRUN 46,600 52 PAGES WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2002 OPTIONAL DELIVERY $6/ $1 NEWSSTAND JASON LIEBREGTS/ News Advertiser photo Drumming up interest PICKERING –– Bahnii Kenny, dressed in traditional gear to entertain visitors to Pick- ering Museum Village last weekend, bangs the drum as she relates songs and stories of the past. Ms. Kenny was part of several events held at the popular local park and his- toric village. Eyer Drive resident spares no expense in decorating his house BY LESLEY BOVIE Staff Writer PICKERING —Bob Green pays someone $4,000 to put up his Christmas lights each year. It’s not that he hates it that much. But when you have 35,000 lights to string, hiring an electrician to do the work certainly can’t be a bad thing. In fact, it takes a crew of five people working several nights and weekends to create the high voltage salute to the holidays, which covers every inch of his front yard on Eyer Drive. “It was the competition on Vi cky Drive,” said Mr. Green, of his inspiration. “Someone said I’d never beat them and I’ve won every year since.” He competes for his sev- enth straight title as the City’s best light display tonight (Wednesday) when the mayor’s light tour returns to Pickering, bringing busloads of seniors to marvel at his dis- play. It’s the highlight of the hol- iday for Mr. Green, who gets his brother-in-law to dress up as Santa, hires a band and hands out two cartons of candy canes just for the occasion. The crowds love it so much, he said, sometimes he’s of- fered personal donations for his display, which he sees no problem with keeping. “It’s a lot of work,” he said. “It isn’t usually very much anyway.” This year’s display sports $8,000 in upgrades, he said, pointing to a ‘Bob and Edna’ light sign worth $2,600 alone. That brings his total invest- ment in advent energy to $20,000 since he first flipped the switch in 1996. And you thought your hydro costs were high. Last year’s light show cost him $1,200 in juice. He expects a $2,000 bill in the mail after this holiday. Mr. Green maintained he didn’t even give the recent en- ergy crisis a second thought. Scaling down wasn’t even con- sidered. “You can’t take anything with you,” he said. “I don’t go to the horse races or anything like that and I enjoy this.” But how do his neighbours feel about the ritual? Mr. Green insists they don’t mind at all, and that he shuts every- thing down each night at 11 p.m. ANDREW IWANOWSKI/ News Advertiser photo Pickering resident Bob Green’s annual Christmas light display just keeps on growing. The Eyer Drive resident is hosting visitors from around Pickering tonight as part of the mayor’s light tour. United Way sends out SOS Pickering councillor defends restoration Neighbours take issue with road work, tree planting BY LESLEY BOVIE Staff Writer PICKERING —Despite Uxbridge and Pickering sign- ing off on the work, some of Rick Johnson’s neighbours aren’t satisfied with the results of his restoration efforts on two roads in north Pickering. And their concerns have left the Ward 3 regional councillor frustrated and thinking of sell- ing the 100-acre lot, which was at the centre of a lawsuit launched by Uxbridge Town- ship last year. “It was going to be my dream property,” he said at Monday’s committee of the whole meeting. “But yesterday I approached a real estate agent about selling the property.” Much of Monday night’s meeting was dominated by 11 delegates, who criticized Coun. Johnson’s work to repair Uxbridge-Pickering Town Line between Westney Road and the eastern edge of his lot. Uxbridge filed the lawsuit against the councillor after he cleared a portion of Town Line and Sideline 8 to gain access to his landlocked lot during the August long weekend in 2001. Coun. Johnson still maintains he had approval from senior staff from both municipalities to do the work. An agreement was worked out earlier this fall requiring him to construct by Oct. 15 a 3.65-metre laneway with prop- er ditches in the road allowance and to restore all other dis- turbed areas. That included the planting of a minimum of 30 mature trees ranging from one to six feet in height, which were to be a native species and transplanted from adjoining lands to ensure root protection and growth. But a number of area resi- dents called Coun. Johnson’s remedial work “a joke”, espe- cially in terms of the size and nature of the trees. “Our grandchildren will be RICK JOHNSON ‘It was going to be my dream property.’ Organization well short of campaign goal BY LESLEY BOVIE Staff Writer AJAX —The heat is on for the United Way of Ajax-Picker- ing. With less than a month left in its annual fund-raising cam- paign, the United Way, which also serves Uxbridge, is slightly below the halfway mark of its $1.5 million goal. “We feel this goal is attainable but not without the help of local residents and businesses,” said executive di- rector Edna Klazek. United Way officials say they are bracing for at least a short- fall of $100,000 when the offi- cial campaign wraps up Dec. 31. “We’ll try not to make our It’s going to be another Green Christmas in Pickering Show boards the money: Rozanski Pickering Town Centre (2nd Floor, beside Sears) (905) 420-0744 105 Bayly St. West (at Harwood Ave.) (905) 686-8061 Beside National Sports (Whites Rd. & Hwy 2) (905) 831-9557 COMBINED 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE ™Rogers Communications Inc. Used under License. ®AT&T Corp. Used under License *Phone price subject to activation on new 24-month service agreement. Up to 1000 per month. Evening clock is 8 pm to 7 am. 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It’s believed they fled through a walkway to a waiting getaway vehi- cle parked on McBrady Crescent. The store clerk suffered a half-inch cut and a bump on the head from the gun and was treated at the scene by paramedics.The robbery unit is investigating. Seven more charged with impaired in RIDE DURHAM —Police stopped 5,669 vehicles and charged seven motorists with drinking and driving in the second week of the annual RIDE program. Another 28 drivers received 12-hour licence suspensions after blowing a “warn” during roadside breath screening tests, said Durham Regional Police. The seven motorists arrested were charged with driving while over the legal alcohol limit of 80 mgs per 100 mls of blood.Two oth- ers were charged with refusing to give a breath sample, four with drug offences and two for driving under suspension. Police also issued 14 Highway Tr affic Act tickets and arrested one person on an outstanding warrant. One woman was charged with impaired driving after crashing her car into an unoccupied police cruis- er parked at a spotcheck in Picker- ing, police said. The campaign continues through the holiday season. See DONATIONS page A2 See FUNDING page A2 funding of the boards’ docu- mented needs for special ed- ucation; money for collective bargaining with teachers and support staff; and funding to meet boards’ immediate stu- dent transportation needs. “These three recommen- dations reflect the priorities that I discerned through my consultations and subse- quent analysis of the issues,” stated Dr. Rozanski. “I be- lieve that if these recommen- dations are implemented in the 2002/03 school year they will foster stability in the ed- ucation sector.” He stated the $1.8 billion does not include the costs of salaries and benefits being negotiated by boards in this school year. Both Durham school boards relied on reserve money this year to avoid cuts to programs and pinned their hopes, and next year’s bud- get, on a positive funding re- view. “It’s a remarkable report,” Ron Trbovich, superinten- dent of business at the Durham District School Board, said in an interview. “He certainly delivered on the two major issues we raised.” The board in its task force submission identified spe- cial-education funding and money to negotiate employ- ee contracts as “the two most pressing issues facing educa- tion funding”. Board chairman Eliza- beth Roy said the report was impressive, and noted Ms. Witmer hinted she would soon act on the recommen- dations. “It’s a very good news re- port for Durham parents and students,” she said. “All the 33 recommendations are very positive.” Grant Andrews, the Durham Catholic District School Board’s education di- rector, said he has “a great deal of hope” the minister will come through — and soon. “I’ve never heard a minis- ter be so emphatic in a promise to deliver,” he said, expecting an imminent an- nouncement from the gov- ernment. Funding special educa- tion and new employee con- tracts were also top priorities at the Catholic board. And Dr. Rozanski also delivered on a third: updating the cost benchmarks on which the funding formula is based. He called for the benchmarks to reflect costs through August 2003, and said the Province next year should start pump- ing in a total of $1.08 billion to do it over the next three years. Whitby parent Jane Ling was one of nine local parents who submitted a joint pre- sentation to the task force. “Initially, it sounds very promising,” she said. “I think that he’s listened to all of the submissions that went in. I think a lot of us were saying the same thing, from what I understand.” Ms. Ling is hopeful the government would act be- fore the current session of the legislature adjourns. In the 1998/99 school year, after it took control of the education purse strings, the Province introduced a new, student-focused fund- ing formula, designed to cre- ate more equity between tax- rich urban boards and poorer northern and rural boards and direct more money to the classroom. The idea was that a stu- dent anywhere in Ontario could expect, and receive, the same quality education. But over the past four years a growing chorus of education stakeholders have criticized the formula as in- adequate to meet the needs of Ontario’s students. The system, they have said, needs more money. Representatives from both Durham boards did not call for the formula to be scrapped, as have some of the government’s most vocal critics. In their presentations to Dr. Rozanski, the public and Catholic boards, respective- ly, said the formula’s “over- all structure is sound”. P PAGE A2 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 11, 2002 www.durhamregion.com WITH A BRAND NEW MATTRESS OR BED Since 1978 rrs TM “CANADA’S MATTRESS SUPERSTORE” •Visit our website at www.sleepfactory.com •We make any size mattress •Senior Discounts •Over 40 locations across Canada •Financing OPEN: Mon.-Wed. 10-6 Thurs. & Fri. 10-9 Sat. 10-6 Sun. 11-4 OPEN: Mon.-Wed. 10-6 Thurs. & Fri. 10-9 Sat. 10-6 Sun. 11-4 OPEN: Mon.-Wed. 10-6 Thurs. & Fri. 10-9 Sat. 10-6 Sun. 11-4 Best Mattress Factory Best Mattress Retailer 20-Y R. Warra nt y Single Mattress Set $389.99 10-Y R. Warra nty Single Mattress Set $199.99 REGULAR SUPPORT POSTURE CARE 25-Y R. Warra nty Single Mattress Set $539.99 25-Y R. 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That wasn’t totally unexpected ei- ther,Ms. Klazek said. Looking ahead to this year, the United Way did foresee a number of shifts taking place in the cor- porate sector, its major contributor. “We also had a couple of large one- time donations last year. We took that into consideration too,” she said, adding the goal wasn’t increased over last year as a result. New to this campaign is the addition of Uxbridge Township. While some do- nations are starting to come in from the northern municipality, Ms. Klazek said the United Way is just starting to build a reputation there after adding Uxbridge to its catchment area in April. “Ajax, Pickering and Uxbridge are growing communities with a growing need for services,” Ms. Klazek added. “We get most of our funding through corporate campaigns but there just has- n’t been the corporate growth.” The United Way accepts donations after its campaign wraps up, but they have to be in before the middle of Jan- uary to be included in this year’s effort. For more information, call 905-686- 0606. Donations needed to push United Way over the top DONATIONS from page A1 DURHAM ––A court date to de- termine whether the Region of Durham is guilty of 22 infractions re- lated to water system management has been postponed until the new year. At provincial court in Whitby Mon- day, Larry Park, solicitor for the min- istry of environment, asked for a post- ponement until Jan. 27 to continue dis- cussions with the Region. The issue may be resolved by that date, he said. The ministry filed 22 charges against the Region in October, which carry a possible $91.5 million in fines related to operations of the Region’s north Durham water systems. The Region was charged on 15 counts of failing to notify the ministry of “indicators of adverse water” sam- ples between October 2000 and July 2001 in its Greenbank, Uxbridge and Port Perry water distribution systems. Water trial put off until new yearFunding the focus of Rozanski report FUNDING from page A1 ELIZABETH ROY ‘It’s a very good news report for Durham parents and students.’ Patricia Manson first woman to lead Durham Catholic school board BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer DURHAM —Trustees appointed Monday night the first female director of education in the Durham Catholic District School Board’s history. Patricia Manson is currently super- intendent of program and services at the 21,000-student Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board, which has its headquarters in Barrie. While the board’s search committee unanimously chose Ms. Manson over four other candidates after interviews Nov. 30, the board made it official at a special board meeting, formally ap- pointing her its fourth director. Ms. Manson takes over from Grant An- drews Feb. 17. “I think I am an educator that’s committed to Catholic education,” she said in an interview. “I think that everything we do in the board should be done to improve learning in the classroom; that will be the focus of my leadership.” Marnie Daly, president of the On- tario English Catholic Teachers’Asso- ciation, Durham elementary unit, said she was “very pleased” with trustees’ choice, adding it was “wonderful that we have a female role model for our female students.” She said she is aware of Ms. Man- son’s reputation. “She has a very strong background in special education, which I think is going to really help the teachers be- cause they’re struggling with special education now,” said Ms. Daly. “I was looking for the board to bring in somebody whose heart is in the classroom, and that’s who she is.” Ms. Manson was grateful for the kind words, saying she has the heart of a teacher. Serving the needs of the board’s special-education students, she said, “is the most important thing we can do”. Oshawa Trustee Joe Corey said the interview process was a tough one, de- scribing “three excellent candidates for the job.” He was impressed when Ms. Man- son answered a question about her re- lationship with God. “It was unbelievable to hear,” said Trustee Corey. “All the candidates came highly recommended; it was a very difficult choice to make,” agreed Pickering Trustee Jim McCafferty. Board chairman Mary Ann Martin described Ms. Manson as “dynamic. “I think she’s a wonderful, wonder- ful leader for our board. She captivates people when she speaks about her faith, her dedication to Catholic educa- tion and her family.” A candlelight liturgy took place to celebrate both Ms. Manson’s arrival and Mr. Andrews’ contribution to the board, with stakeholder representatives taking part as the torch was symboli- cally passed. Ms. Manson said she appreciated the fact that the board invited her fam- ily, husband Michael, two daughters and a son, to the ceremony. Members of her extended family and friends also attended. Father Jim Hannah, former associ- ate pastor of St. Mary of the People Church in Oshawa, conducted the liturgy. He is Ms. Manson’s cousin. Her brother, Paul Sheehan, is a teacher at Holy Cross Catholic School in Os- hawa, and his wife, Carmela Sheehan, teaches at St. Theresa Catholic School in Whitby. Ms. Manson was principal of Muskoka’s first Catholic high school before she became a superintendent in 1995. She has taught at both the ele- mentary and secondary levels, and was a principal at a French immersion school and at a continuing education facility. Ms. Manson is also president of the Ontario Catholic Supervisory Officer’s Association. BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer DURHAM —Durham’s public ele- mentary teachers have given their union an overwhelming strike mandate, the first in the local’s history. At a vote in Oshawa Monday night, 91.5 per cent of teachers who took part in the vote favoured a strike. Rachel Gencey, president of Elementary Teach- ers Federation of Ontario (ETFO) Durham, in an interview said about 1,700 of the unit’s 2,400 teachers voted. However she said if labour action oc- curred it would not take place until the new year, and “in the teaching world, we start with work to rule.” Teachers and Durham District School Board representatives have an- other day of negotiations set for next Wednesday. “We’re hoping we might get some- thing out of that, because we’ve been negotiating for six or seven months and we haven’t settled anything yet,” Ms. Gencey said. The teachers contract expired Aug. 31. She said the board has offered no salary increase for the next school year and has not responded to the teachers’ proposal to increase preparation time by 15 to 150 minutes per week, roughly the average in the GTA. Instead, she said the board offered teachers an extra pro- fessional activity day. Whitby Trustee Doug Ross said the board has no money to offer. He is the trustee representative on the elementary negotiating team, and said the outlook for the new year is grim. “The reality is we don’t have any money; the Province hasn’t given us any money for negotiations,” he said. “What the government needs to do is put money into the contract. I understand why the teachers are frustrated. We’re frustrated. I don’t blame them for being frustrated.” Trustee Ross predicted provincewide labour strife if the Province doesn’t come up with money for teacher raises — and hands it out immediately. 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Similar symptoms show up at schools, day cares and hospitals DURHAM —After forcing the clo- sure of hospital emergency rooms across the Greater Toronto Area, the Norwalk virus may be beginning to take hold in Durham Region, officials warn. The Region’s health department is advising numerous cases of vomiting and diarrhea consistent with the virus have been reported in area schools, day cares and hospitals. Since doctors claim the virus usually resolves itself without medical attention, they are asking that those suffering from vomiting and diar- rhea not visit emergency rooms and medical clinics in an effort to prevent the spread of the virus. Medical attention should only be sought in severe cases where dehydra- tion, blood in vomit or stool, high fever or symptoms other than vomiting or di- arrhea are present, officials say. “The best course of action is to stay home and maintain fluid intake to pre- vent dehydration,” said Dr. Donna Reynolds, Durham Region associate medical officer of health. Already this year Norwalk-like viral outbreaks have forced closures at hospi- tals in Toronto, Brampton and Rich- mond Hill. At Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital hand-wash stations are now at all public entrances following the sur- facing of several cases of the Norwalk- like virus. The emergency room remains open. “We’ve been extremely fortunate. We haven’t see a lot of cases come through,” said hospital spokesman Katie Cronin-Wood. But “a handful of patients” and “a few staff” have shown Norwalk-like symptoms, she said. It takes 21 days to confirm the virus, she added. In the meantime, those patients are being isolated in one specific area, rather than being scattered throughout the hospital, Ms. Cronin-Wood said. Anyone entering that floor is gowned and gloved as is normal with highly in- fectious patients, she said. Along with monitoring all gastro-in- fections at the hospital, staff, patients and the public alike are encouraged to wash up upon entering and exiting and travelling between Rouge Valley’s sites in Ajax and Scarborough. A/P PAGE A4 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 11, 2002 www.durhamregion.com CANDLES • GIFTWARE • CAMPING SUPPLIES LOOT BAG FILLERS • GIFT BAGS • PLUSH TOYS • HATSPARTY SUPPLIES • STOCKING STUFFERS • SOUVENIRS • TOYS GAMES • STATIONERY • CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS • HOUSEWARESMonday to Friday 8:00 to 8:00 Saturday 8:00 to 4:00 Sunday 12:00 to 4:00 WESTNEYHARWOODBAYLY HWY. 401 McLeans 384 Westney Rd. S. 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Last week as Durham council voted to ask the Ontario govern- ment to ensure north Pickering land be preserved as farmland in perpetuity, community activists and environmentalists said they regained faith their vision for a model community in Pickering may still become a reality. “What they’ve done is pro- tected the green buffer between Markham, Scarborough and the rest of Durham,” said Isobel Thompson, a long-time north Pickering resident following the decision. “We fought 30 years, not against development but for development that had to be spe- cial,” she said. Regional council voted 15-9 to support principle six of the North Pickering Land Exchange Panel’s report on the govern- ment-owned Seaton lands and privately-owned lands surround- ing it. Principle six calls for land sold by the Ontario Realty Cor- poration with guarantees it would remain farmland, to be maintained as such in perpetuity and for the Province to take all steps required to ensure that is done. The approximately 8,000- acre triangle parcel of land runs from the west Pickering town- line across to West Duffin Creek from Finch Avenue, thinning out as it runs north to Hwy. 7. Regional council voted to support the panel’s recommen- dation even though Pickering councillors say the panel, head- ed by former Toronto mayor David Crombie, went outside its mandate to make recommenda- tions on the privately-owned lands. The panel was created to study a land swap of provincial Seaton area lands with develop- er-owned land on the Oak Ridges Moraine. The Province should mind its own business and let Pickering, which is in the best position to plan its own future development, determine land use issues, Pick- ering Mayor Wayne Arthurs and Pickering Councillor Mark Hol- land told Regional council dur- ing the Dec. 4 meeting. The City is currently undertaking a $500,000 growth study to be paid for by developers for the north-Pickering area, including the agricultural preserve lands, a fact that concerns Ajax Mayor Steve Parish. “It was very clear these ease- ments were guaranteed in perpe- tuity to keep that land in agricul- tural use. I’m very, very troubled permanent agricultural lands would be included in a growth study,” said Mayor Parish. Coun. Holland said the intent of the study is not to pave the way for development but to cre- ate a cohesive blueprint for that area of Pickering. But Mrs. Thompson ques- tions why a growth study would be undertaken for land meant to be preserved for agriculture. From 1993 to 1995, the Thomp- sons sat on a committee known as the Seaton Advisory Group, that consulted “absolutely every- body” from urban planners to residents, environmentalists and developers, to create a blueprint for a “community that would be a model for the 21st century,” she says. “We did accept the fact there would be some develop- ment,” she relates. But the com- mittee envisioned a community in Seaton, (located south of Whitevale) of about 90,000 peo- ple where “a child could walk to school and their parents could walk to work or take public tran- sit.” It would be an area with “community stores close to resi- dential areas where natural and sensitive lands would be saved and enhanced; where the agri- cultural greenbelt would not only be a resource for the com- munity but a buffer between bur- geoning Scarborough and Markham. “People spent hundreds of hours trying to get something good out of the bad of expropri- ation,” she said. Now, the senior citizen says, if Pickering allows those lands to be developed, in- stead of the one envisioned urban node surrounded by natur- al beauty, there will be urban sprawl running from Toronto through Durham. “We may be getting old and tattered but we believe the next generation deserves a better chance.” www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 11, 2002 PAGE A5 P Valid until December 17 , 2002, or while quantities last. Not all items available with delivery or online orders. 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Rebuild Your Credit With 1-866-570-0045 newstartleasing.com as low as $499 down 643 Kingston Rd., Pickering RODNEY’S OYSTER BAR THURS. DEC. 12/02 Activists celebrate as Durham chooses farmland preservation in Seaton City lawyer defends remedial effort dead by the time those seedlings reach maturity,” said David Currie, whose wife, Liz, claimed many of the replanted trees are non- indigenous black locusts. Michael Tucker argued the condition of the road is muddy and poor and the original grade hasn’t been restored, or the required amount of topsoil added. “It’s beyond belief someone signed off on this,” he said. Some delegates also claimed the councillor re- planted trees from a neigh- bouring property without permission. Both Dr. Allen Turner, the owner of the af- fected property, and Coun. Johnson said it was a mis- understanding they are cur- rently trying to work out. Coun. Johnson, who ar- gued he’s tried to be a good neighbour, said it all began with the doctor’s concerns about a possible break-in now that a buffer of trees had been removed along the edge of his property due to the original work that was done. Coun. Johnson said he asked Dr. Turner to mark which trees on his property he would like moved but was told it didn’t matter. Asked afterwards if this was the case, Dr. Turner said discussions did take place, “but I thought he would be bringing trees in.” Pickering solicitor John Reble defended Coun John- son’s work on the remedial plan. He pointed out Uxbridge, Pickering and Coun. Johnson hired an out- side “expert” to review his efforts and said it was ac- ceptable to all parties. He also rebuffed con- cerns from residents, who argued the process should have been more public. The legal issue was a matter for the three parties involved, he said. CITY from page A1 PICKERING —Hit the hot spots for Christmas lights in Pickering tonight. The annual mayor’s light tour for seniors spends the evening visiting the City’s most decorated streets. The Ajax-Pickering Transit Authority provides transportation. Local seniors can take part by arriving at one of 11 pickup locations. After the tour, partici- pants are taken to the Pick- ering Recreation Complex for light refreshments and entertainment by jazz band, Combo #5. Seniors are dropped off afterwards at the original pickup locations. They include: Seniors Activity Centre, 910 Liver- pool Rd; St. Martin’s Bayview, 1201 St. Martin’s Drive; Foxglove Lodge, 1330 Foxglove Ave.; Se- niors Co-op, 1990 Whites Rd.; Seniors Co-op, 400 Kingston Rd; Faylee Se- niors Apartments, 1910 Faylee Crt.; Valley Farm Nursing Home, 1955 Valley Farm Rd.; Tridel Buildings, 1880 Valley Farm Rd.; and 1000 The Esplanade, all at 7:15 p.m. Pickups are also scheduled at 6:40 p.m. at Claremont Community Centre Hall, Old Brock Road; and at 6:50 p.m. from Greenwood Church, 2430 Concession 6. Tickets are not required and participants are not re- quired to reserve a space. For more information, call Kim at 905-420-6588. Tripping the light fantastic Speak up, speak out PICKERING ––Overcome your fear, or im- prove your pub- lic speaking skills, with the Ajax-Pickering Toastmasters Club. The club meets each Wednesday at the Pickering Nuclear Infor- mation Centre, Brock and Mont- gomery Park roads, to pro- mote communi- cation, leader- ship, and public speaking skills. Meetings begin at 7:15 p.m. Call Marsha at 905-686-4384 or Leithland at 905-509-8584 for more infor- mation. This week’s question: Do you think Durham businesses will be hurt by the Region’s new smoking bylaw? ❑ Yes ❑ Not sure ❑ No Last week’s question: Is the Romanow report on health care the right prescription for Canada’s medicare system? ❑ Yes 48.3 per cent ❑ Good start 40.0 per cent ❑No 11.7 per cent Votes cast: 60 Cast your vote online at infodurhamregion.com Last week I took my first air- line trip since 9/11 and, if there is a God in heaven, it will be my last. Security measures, as you may be aware, have been beefed up substantially at airports. Not only has this resulted in lineups that rival the Cherokee Trail of Tears, but the invasiveness of the search- es is something that really should be reserved for the back seat of a car. As a rule of thumb, I don’t generally submit to that kind of degrading treatment without at least dinner and drinks and maybe a movie. Anyway, after a perfectly hu- miliating shakedown, the immi- gration officer coldly handed me my belongings back. We ex- changed phone numbers and I moved on to my flight. I now had over five hours to kill before touching down in Los Angeles. Naively and perhaps somewhat snobbishly, I thought my business class seat would af- ford me a measure of immunity from the more commonplace haz- ards of air travel i.e., sitting beside a jerk. No such luck. There are just as many jerks in first class as there are in the rear. Maybe more. Only the ones up front come with atti- tude. The clown I was shackled to happened to be a gum chewer. I mean a world class, lip-smacking, saliva-gurgling, noisy masticator. Stick after stick of minty smelling something or other disappeared into his well-dentured maw where he worked it to death. And with every moist click and liquid gush the hair on the back of my neck prickled with revulsion. I slammed a pair of head- phones on and goosed the volume up to max, but still I heard it, an- noyingly punctuating Beethoven’s Fifth like somebody walking through taffy. But this was only the begin- ning. Our dinners had no sooner arrived when this Armani-clad Snuffleuppagus inhaled his with a force that dropped the cabin pres- sure. Oxygen masks began pop- ping out of the ceiling. And the noise! It was like running an outboard through a tub of oatmeal. I have encountered only one other indi- vidual on an airplane who was more sickening. Once, on a flight to Montreal the sweet little old lady across the aisle from me de- cided to take her shoes off once we’d reached altitude. As she sat there blissfully mas- saging her walnut-sized bunions the stink of tainted meat slowly filled the cabin. It was like I was sitting across from a 10-day-old cadaver. Midway through our journey to L.A. we were offered steaming hot facecloths to remove some of the journey’s grime and refresh the spirit. As I pressed mine gratefully to my closed eyes, I heard Jo-Jo the Ape boy unload the contents of his nose into his. I closed my eyes harder and a flurry of wonderfully joyful vi- gnettes played quickly across my mind. Me kicking his butt out the emergency door, me jamming a Taser into his ribs, the flight stew- ard and I flirting coyly as we held a pillow over his mouth, his shiny black-tasselled brogues jerking spasmodically. My reverie, however, was shat- tered by a click, gush, click, gush. Just my luck, he had started a new stick of gum. Something new to chew on Post-9/11 air regulations prove to be pure torture Neil Crone Enter Laughing shouston@durhamregion.com The way we were The O’Learys In 1832 Timothy O’Leary settled in the Audley area with his wife. They raised three sons and four daugh- ters. The O’Learys were all parishioners of St. Fran- cis De Sales Catholic Church. Mr. O’Leary’s cousin Mary was married to Denis O’Connor and were the parents of Archbishop Denis O’Connor. While Mr. O’Leary has many decedents still living in the area (Larkins, Walshes and O’Connors to name a few) the O’Leary name did not continue past a grandson who lived in Dunbarton until his death in 1948. 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. Click and say P PAGE A6 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 11, 2002 www.durhamregion.com Proud members of The imminent passage in Parliament of the Kyoto Ac- cord is, despite some noted hand-wringing in western Canada, a real plus for this nation. The accord, which has the goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions to 1990 levels by 2010, is at least a small at- tempt to do battle with the horrendous problem of global warming. Kyoto will put us on a fixed schedule to meet real tar- gets. It will require political will to pass legislation lower- ing emissions from automobiles, factories and businesses. But, in the end, Canada will at least be in a position of lead- ership when it comes to discussion of global environmental issues. More importantly, should we meet all the targets of the accord, we’ll have cleaner air in 2010 than we have today. Those who argue more discussion is needed and that there are other solutions besides Kyoto that we must dis- cuss, are merely delaying the inevitable. To argue for vol- untary reductions in emissions, as President George W. Bush has called for, is pure folly. Unless legislation backed up by enforcement and fines is central to action, nothing will change and we will keep on polluting at more danger- ous levels. Alberta’s concerns about economic hardships realized through Kyoto don’t have much validity. Federal Environ- ment Minister David Anderson has repeatedly stressed tar sands production is expected to triple — even under Kyoto — over the next decade. Kyoto is really all about a fundamental change in the way we connect with our environment. It’s understanding we can no longer take for granted that we can burn off emissions at greater and greater levels with no impact on our planet. Consider this: if we can’t even agree to start the process of cutting back emissions, where will we go in fu- ture? And, Kyoto is just a start. By no means is it the an- swer in the long term. Before the accord even runs its course, scientists and officials from around the world will need to sit down and set even more ambitious targets for a sustainable future. It’s unfortunate such superpower polluters like the Unit- ed States, China and India are turning their backs on Kyoto. Some would argue a relatively small country like Canada should follow the big nations rather than take the lead. But Canada, much like we did with the then-unknown idea of peacekeeping in the 1950s, can be innovative. We can lead by example and, when it’s realized Kyoto is the only way, be ready to welcome the big nations into the cleaner-air fold. Editorial &OPINIONS PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER DECEMBER 11, 2002 Editorial e-mail responses to shouston@durhamregion.com Letters to the editor e-mail responses to shouston@durhamregion.com Principle 6 addresses everyone’s needs To the editor: Re: ‘Panel needs another look at its principle,’editorial, Dec. 6. Regions and cities across the GTA are changing the way they think. Population growth estimates in the next 20 years are staggering. This quote from the new Toronto Official Plan says it best: “We have to make sustainable choices about how we grow. We have to see con- nections and understand the conse- quences of our choices. We have to integrate environmental, social and economic perspectives in our deci- sion-making. We have to meet the needs of today without compromis- ing the ability of future generations to meet their needs”. If we continue to use up farm- land in development how will we feed this next generation of popula- tion growth? Many urban planning studies (Neptis Foundation), and groups (Federation of Ontario Nat- uralists), including our provincial government (Smart Growth), are calling for a need to protect food- lands and green space. There are ‘hot spots’in areas of the GTA that are so emission saturated that they don’t cool in the summer, no ‘green’ being put back into the at- mosphere. “The Province shouldn’t have sold it?” These speculators should- n’t have bought it. If these people only bought their land to speculate it for develop- ment, they shouldn’t have picked land in an already designated agri- cultural preserve. Speculating is a risky business in the first place — their choice. Why does the whole community have to suffer the ef- fects of urban sprawl for a handful of speculators? Principle 6 is addressing every- one’s needs, we are keeping green space and foodland, and we’re de- veloping Seaton. Bonnie Littley, Pickering Let’s enjoy our Christmas trees To the editor: I’m glad to see Toronto Mayor Mel Lastman and his peers had enough sense to save the Nathan Phillips Square Christmas tree from the amorphous abyss of political correctness. The City Hall special events staff, ever-vigilant to protect every last one of us under their care from ‘things that offend’, opted to up the political correctness ante and re- name the poor pine dragged in from the Ontario hinterland. It left the tree farm as the Christmas variety but ended up in downtown Toronto as the all-inclusive, inoffensive, non-judgmental holiday variety. It’s amazing how adjective tinkering was intended to transform an inani- mate object into a poster child for Social Politics 101. Chasing of the nirvana of politi- cal correctness has become at best laughable — at worst a detriment to a healthy functioning society. We are a country of many racial and re- ligious origins and persuasions. The idea is to respect and maintain our multiculturalism so integration is possible and vitality nurtured. Reducing every symbol or tradi- tion to meaningless mush in an ef- fort to make everyone and every- thing indistinguishable and inoffen- sive robs us all of our identities and brings to mind the citizenry of Cold War Russia. All individuals were considered the same, were permitted no distin- guishing features or attributes and could only profess allegiance to the state. And we all know how that arrangement ended up. I don’t think that is the look we are going for, so if you are so inclined, enjoy your Christmas tree. As one tree grower said, “I don’t care what they call them as long as they buy them.” Hurray for Economics 101! Heather Armstrong Brooklin Closing of markets big loss for Pickering To the editor: Re: ‘Politicians can’t help market vendors,’Dec. 6. As a resident of Durham Region and a vendor at the Pickering Mar- kets, I feel hurt that Pickering Mayor Wayne Arthurs has failed to support something unique to his city. The Pickering market draws people from many parts of Canada and all over the world, generating tourist dollars for local business. It seems as though Mayor Arthurs does not want Canada’s largest market in Pickering, but supports large American retail stores hurting small local business. How about Canadians first, Mayor Arthurs? 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DATE MEETING TIME December 16 City Council Meeting 7:30 pm December 18 Committee of Adjustment 7:00 pm December 19 Statutory Public Information Meeting 7:00 pm January 13 Planning Commettee 7:30 pm January 13 Committee of the Whole 7:30 pm January 16 Statutory Public Information Meeting 7:00 pm January 20 City Council Meeting 7:30 pm January 27 Finance and Operations Committee 1:30 pm Snow Scuplt Competition Sat Dec 14th 10am - 2pm * Prizes * Esplande Park 905-509-3855 Free Health Cub Orientations Thur. Dec. 12th at 7:30pm Pickering Recreation Complex. New Equipment Demos Call 905-683-6582 to Reserve tickets.ca A fine way to pay pay Pay your parking tickets online cityofpickering.com Now, paying your Parking ticket is as easy as 1 a.m., 2 a.m., 3 a.m.... 1. Return library books 2. Pick up a holiday video for the kids 3. Borrow a Christmas CD that Grandma will love 4. Get an exciting thriller to read over the holidays 5. Check out the Consumer Report magazine (in case Santa needs some help) Holiday “TO DO” List @Your Library: HAVE YOU LICENCED YOUR PET??? The City of Pickering will be commencing a door-to-door campaign promoting the sale of 2003 dog and cat licences. The City representative should present proper identification to you along with a brochure explaining the door-to-door licensing campaign. The representatives are not Animal Services Officers and have no authority to fine you for failure to licence. They will, however, provide information to the City on all residents refusing to licence their pets. CAT OWNERS should note that City of Pickering By-law 5728/00 requires all cats to be licenced and leashed when off the owner’s property. DOG OWNERS should note that the same By-law prohibits the keeping of more than two dogs in any one household. Dogs and cats are important members of your family. Animal licences identify your pets and ensure that, should they become lost, they can be returned to their rightful home. A SMALL PRICE TO PAY TO KEEP YOUR PET SAFE! REGISTRATION FEES Pursuant to City of Pickering By-law 5728/00. All dog and cat owners must register their pets on a yearly basis. You could be charged if you fail to purchase the required licence. Yearly fees are as follows: Male or female dog or cat $25.00 Male or female dog or cat with microchip implant $20.00 Spayed or neutered dog or cat $15.00 Spayed or neutered dog or cat with microchip implant $10.00 Questions Any questions concerning dog or cat registration tags should be directed to the Animal Services Centre at 905-427-8737. CITY OF PICKERING HOLIDAY OPERATING HOURS CIVIC COMPLEX (CITY HALL) Tuesday December 24 8:30am - 12noon Wednesday & Thursday December 25 & 26 CLOSED Tuesday December 31 8:30am - 12noon Wednesday January 1 CLOSED RECREATION COMPLEX Tuesday December 24 6:00am - 5:00pm Wednesday & Thursday December 25 & 26 CLOSED Tuesday December 31 6:00am - 5:00pm Wednesday January 1 CLOSED CHILD SUPERVISION December 23 - January 1 CLOSED RECREATION COMPLEX POOL December 23,27,30, January 2,3 6:00am - 7:30am Lane Swim 9:00am - 1:00pm Adult/Parents/Tots 1:00pm - 4:00pm Open 7:00pm - 9:00pm Open 9:00pm -10:00pm Adult Tuesday December 24 6:00am - 7:30am Lane Swim 9:00am - 1:00pm Adult/Parents/Tots 1:00pm - 4:00pm Open Wednesday & Thursday December 25 & 26 CLOSED Tuesday December 31 6:00am - 7:30am Lane Swim 9:00am - 1:00pm Adult/Parents/Tots 1:00pm - 4:00pm Open 7:00pm - 9:00pm New Years Eve Event Wednesday January 1 CLOSED DUNBARTON POOL December 22 - January 5 CLOSED RECREATION COMPLEX ARENA PUBLIC SKATING SCHEDULE Wednesday & Thursday December 25 & 26 CLOSED Friday December 27 1:00pm - 3:00pm Tim Horton’s Free Skate Monday December 30 1:00pm - 3:00pm Tim Horton’s Free Skate Tuesday December 31 7:00pm - 9:00pm New Years Eve Family Count Down Skate Wednesday January 1 CLOSED Thursday January 2 1:00pm - 3:00pm Tim Horton’s Free Skate Friday January 3 1:00pm - 3:00pm Tim Horton’s Free Skate GARBAGE & RECYCLING & YARD WASTE Regular Collection day Revised Collection Day Wednesday December 25 Saturday, December 28 Thursday December 26 Monday, December 30 Wednesday January 1 Saturday, January 4 AJAX & PICKERING TRANSIT AUTHORITY Tuesday December 24 Early p.m. rush hour Service. commencing at 1:00pm Every 1/2 hour until 7:00pm extra Buses from 1:30pm No Mid Day service on Delaney or Nottingham Wednesday December 25 No Service Tuesday December 31 New Year’s Eve - Early p.m. rush hour service From 1:00pm - 1/2 hour service from 1:30pm. There will be no Mid Day service on Delaney or on Nottingham New Years Eve Dial a Bus service, until 2:00 am Wednesday January 1 No Service PICKERING SPECIALIZED SERVICES Wednesday December 25 No service after 7:00pm Wednesday & Thursday December 25 & 26 No Service Fri.,Sat.,Sun. December 27,28,29 Demand Service Tuesday December 31 No service after 7:00pm Wednesday January 1 No Service EMERGENCY SERVICES City of Pickering Emergency Telephone Number is 905-683-4319 PICKERING PUBLIC LIBRARIES CENTRAL BRANCH & PETTICOAT CREEK Tuesday December 24 9:30am - 1:00pm Wednesday & Thursday December 25 & 26 CLOSED Tuesday December 31 9:30am - 1:00pm Wednesday January 1 CLOSED SUNDAYS December 8 - January 5 CLOSED CLAREMONT, GREENWOOD, WHITEVALE Contact branch for Holiday Hours www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 11, 2002 PAGE A7 P A/P PAGE A8 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 11, 2002 www.durhamregion.com more than you came for save 50% women’s Mantles™ & ToGo™ fall & holiday sweaters Includes petites & Women’s sizes 16W-22W. save 50% women’s Mantles™ & ToGo™ outerwear save 40% all women’s Mantles™ terry velour robes Reg. $69 & $90. Sale $40.99 & 53.99 save 40% diamond, gemstone, cubic zirconia, cultured pearl & cultured freshwater pearl fine jewellery Selection will vary by store. Savings are off our regular prices, unless otherwise specified. Every day value-priced, just-reduced, designer value items, special buys & licensed departments are excluded. Toys not in: Fairview, Hillcrest Mall, Square One, Oakville, Newmarket, Pickering, Limeridge, London Masonville, Barrie, Kingston. Christmas trim excluding red tree-in-a-box not in London Masonville. women’s save 50%* all WonderBra boxed bras & briefs *40% plus 10% manufacturer’s mail-in rebate. See in-store for details. save 40% • all Women’s sizes 16W-22W fashions • all women’s Mantles™& ToGo™fashions • all Alfred Dunner, Villager & Emma James fashions • all Warner’s boxed bras & briefs save 30%-50% all women’s sleepwear & robes save 30% • women’s fall & holiday fashions By Evan Picone, Nygård Collection, Alia, Alia Sport & Haggar® For Her. • women’s fall & winter outerwear • all Liz Claiborne & Liz Claiborne petites • all women’s designer sweaters By Tommy Hilfiger, Jones New York Sport, Liz Claiborne & more. • all women’s designer holiday fashions • all Triumph &Lily of France fashion bras & panties save $100 women’s Polo Jeans puffer jacket Reg. $295. Sale $195 save an extra 30% • women’s clearance-priced designer fashions Includes Liz Claiborne, Jones New York Sport, Ralph Lauren, Mexx, Anne Klein & more. Off our last ticketed prices. • already-reduced lingerie Includes sleepwear, robes, bras, daywear & panties. 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Infants’ and boys’ & girls’ size 2-16. • kids’ sleepwear, socks & underwear Excludes Jockey. save 15% nursery furniture and essentials plus more great savings! save an extra 50% all men’s & women’s already-reduced Global Mind®fashions Off our last ticketed prices. to clear $2999 men’s selected ToGo™casual shirts & knits Reg. $45. to clear $3499 men’s selected ToGo™ cotton sweaters Reg. $59. Revised Notice of Public Hearing The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) announces a new date for Hearing Day One on the application by Ontario Power Generation Inc., Toronto, Ontario for the renewal of the operating licence for the Pickering Waste Management Facility, Pickering, Ontario. Hearing Day One will take place on December 13, 2002 instead of December 12, 2002, as previously announced. Hearing Day One:December 13, 2002 Place:CNSC Public Hearing Room, 14th floor, 280 Slater Street, Ottawa, Ontario Hearing Day Two:February 26, 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 intervene either by oral presentation or written submission on Hearing Day Two. Requests to intervene and text of oral presentations or written submissions must be filed with the Secretary of the Commission by January 27, 2003. 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. For current agendas and information on the hearing process, visit the CNSC Web site:www.nuclearsafety.gc.ca (Ref. 2002-H-19 Revision) SPECIALSALE Carrier of The Week If you did not receive your News Advertiser/flyers OR you are interested in a paper route call Circulation at (905) 683-5117. Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 - 7:30 Sat. 9 - 4:30, Sun. 10 - 1 Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. For information on delivering your advertising flyers, call DUNCAN FLETCHER at 683-5110. IN TODAY’S News Advertiser ADVERTISING FLYERS BARGAINS Wed., Dec. 11, 2002 News Advertiser Walmart, 270 Kingston Rd. E., Ajax Walmart, 1899 Brock Rd. 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Congratulations Paulton for being our Carrier of the Week. 4 Page Flyer in Today’s Paper! LOOK FOR * delivered to select homes OVERSTOCK BLOWOUT RON PIETRONIRO/ News Advertiser photo Rotary delivers PICKERING –– Pickering Rotary Club members handed out dona- tions and awards last week at their annual Community Recognition Night in which several local groups and individuals were honoured. Here, club president Scott Staples checks out the design of the new women’s shelter in Ajax with its new president, Sherry Senis. Rotary also donated $7,000 to the new shelter. Several other groups were also awarded, including the local United Way, Easter Seals, Fight Spinal Muscular Atrophy, and the new regional cancer centre in Durham. Last chance to take part in Festival of Baskets DURHAM ––There is just one day left until ticket sales are closed for the Lung Association Durham Region Festival of Baskets. Don’t miss the chance to win one of the baskets being raffled off on Dec. 12. Any one of the 25 baskets could make a great Christ- mas gift for someone you love, such as the spa basket, valued at $500. Ti ckets can be purchased for $2 each or three for $5 at the Lung Asso- ciation Durham Region office, 1627 Dundas St. E., in Whitby. For more in- formation, call 905-436-1046 or visit the site online at www.on.lung.ca. St. John Ambulance needs volunteers on the brigade DURHAM ––Looking for a way to give something back to the community? St. John Ambulance is current- ly accepting applications to join the brigade of adult volunteers. If you are a mature, re- sponsible, flexible man or woman who enjoys meeting new people, this could be an opportunity for you. Ac- cording to St. John Ambu- lance, this program is a great way to learn and keep first aid skills up-to-date. This kind of volunteer- ing is great for people who work shift work, off-hours, retirees or parents with school-aged children. For more information, contact the office at 64 Col- borne St. E., in Oshawa, at 905-434-7800 or visit the online site at www.sja.ca. DURHAM ––Boys and girls can feel free to be themselves. Catholic Services of Durham is offering a ‘Free to be Me’ group for boys aged eight to 10. This is an interactive group for boys focusing on healthy social and emotional development. The group will examine the ‘Boy Code’ and the challenges it pre- sents to boys as they deal with such issues as the media, friends, school, bullying, relationships with family, self-esteem, expres- sion of feelings and assertive- ness. The group will meet over five Tuesday evenings from Jan. 21 until Feb. 18, at St. Gregory the Great Parish Hall in Oshawa, Simcoe Street North at Adelaide Avenue, from 6:15 to 8:15 p.m. The content of the boys’program will be discussed and a parent workbook will be provided. Call the agency at 905-725- 3513 to receive a registration package. Cost of the workshops is $50 and the group is restricted to the first 15 participants. Late registrants will be put on a wait- ing list for a spring group. Catholic Services of Durham will also be hosting a ‘Free to be Me’workshop for girls aged nine to 12. Five evening workshops will take place Wednesdays from Feb. 5 until March 5 at the Girl Guide House in Oshawa, 121 Simcoe St. S. from 6:30-8:30 p.m. The first evening only will be from 6:45-8:45 in order for the girls to complete the research questionnaire. The workshop encourages girls to examine such issues as body image, healthy relation- ships, media stereotypes, as- sertiveness and self-esteem. All parents are encouraged to attend the parent workshop on Jan. 29 from 7-8:30 p.m., also being held at the Girl Guide House. The content of the girls’program will be discussed and a parent hand- book will be distributed. The cost is $50 for the girls’ program and subsidies can be provided if nec- essary. For more information and registration, contact group facili- tators Angela Townend and Renee Ash at 905-725-3513, ext. 18. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 11, 2002 PAGE A9 A/P Get it, Load it, Give it.Use it at The Gift... with endless possibilities. save 50% • all Christmas Street®decora- tions, trees & lights • Christmas towels and kitchen & table linens save 40% Christmas Street®boxed cards, wrap, bows & crackers 2day sale This Wednesday & Thursday, December 11th & 12th save up to 50% semi-annual shoe clearance for women, men & kids! Brands such as Nine West®, Franco Sarto, Aerosoles®, Naturalizer®, Tommy Hilfiger®, Lauren by Ralph Lauren, Bostonian®, Florsheim®, Nunn Bush®, Rockport®, Clarks®, Ecco®, Mantles™, ToGo™, Timberland & more. save 30% crystal giftware Excludes Swarovski & John Rocha. save $130 Beaumark®dish- washer plus bonus delivery Reg. $469. Sale $339 Purchase this item and have it delivered and we will give you a dis- count equivalent to the cost of stan- dard local delivery. save up to 50% semi-annual designer clearance! men’s selected designer fashions Includes Tommy Hilfiger, Nautica, Chaps Ralph Lauren, Izod & Wayne Gretzky. save 50% men’s Geoffrey Beene casual shirts save 40% men’s ToGo™ & Mantles™ pyjamas & robes jewellery, shoes & accessories save 50% • all luggage • 10 Kt., 14 Kt. & 18 Kt. gold jewellery • men’s & women’s Slipair™slippers save 40% women’s cashmere-lined gloves save up to 40% Dim & Secret pantyhose save 30% • women’s handbags, wallets & belts Excludes Derek Alexander, Cornell, special buys & items with 99¢ price endings. •all scarves, hats, gloves & cold weather accessories • Mantles™pantyhose & tights • women’s socks Excludes Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein & Roots. •men’s, women’s & kids’ winter boots •men’s & women’s Reebok walking shoes & women’s Ryka •men’s & women’s slippers save an extra 30% previously-reduced jewellery & watch- es Off our last ticketed prices. save 25%-30% • selected brand name watches • men’s dress & casual shoes By Florsheim®, Bostonian®, Nunn Bush®, Hush Puppies®, Mantles™, ToGo™,Wolverine®, Caterpillar®& selected styles of Rockport®, Ecco®& Clarks®. save 25% • gift-boxed Anne Klein II, Guess, Leni & Jones New York fashion jewellery • Christmas pins & earrings • Christmas gift tin with earrings Reg. $14.99. 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For example: Save $1400 Simmons Enthuse queen mattress set. Reg. $2599. Sale $1199 save 15% all GE & GE Profile appliances purchase any audio product over $50 and receive a BONUSset of headphones GIFT REGISTRY Visit The Bay, Pickering for your next special occasion. For everything you need and all you wish for ONLY AT CULLEN GARDENS & MINIATURE VILLAGE Open Daily from 10am - 10pm Decorated Miniature Village. Captivating Motion Light Displays See the “Journey to Bethlehem” & “The Night Before Christmas” CULLEN GARDENS& MINIATURE VILLAGE NEW FOR 2002! A HOLIDAY TRADITION FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY! www.cullengardens.com Over 100,000 Sparkling Lights throughout the Grounds! “Festival of Lights” Candy Cane Forest! Live Festive Entertainment Every Night! Every Friday Night is Kid’s Night (reduced admission for Children 12 & under) VISIT SANTA IN HIS LOG CABIN 300 Taunton Road West, Whitby (905) 686-1600 75 Bayly St. West (at Harwood), Ajax 905-427-4194 MIDNIGHT MADNESS Friday, Dec. 13, 2002 10 a.m. - 12 midnight EVERYTHING ON SALE 10 - 50 % OFF SALE We’ve Got Your Size Sizes 4-15 Widths AA-EEE PICKERING TOWN CENTRE • UPPER LEVEL • SEARS WING Doctors claim walking is the BEST exercise you can do. Do it in a great support system by Rockport. MAKE FOR WALKING Personal and Business Bankruptcy Including all other Insolvency Service SATURDAY & EVENING APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION Diane E. Couture James R. Yanch OSHAWA 122 Albert St. (905) 721-7506 AJAX 50 Commercial Ave. (By App’t Only) (905) 619-1473 COBOURG 24 Covert St. (By App’t Only) (905) 372-4744 Boys, girls ‘Free to be Me’ PC users talk power at Thursday meeting DURHAM ––Electrici- ty is what’s charging the de- bate at the next meeting of a local computer club. The Durham PC users club holds its next meeting Thursday, Dec. 12 at 7 p.m. at the McLaughlin Public Library, 65 Bagot St., Os- hawa. The manager of corpo- rate communications of Os- hawa’s PUC Networks Inc., D.J. Pitman, will present a discussion on ‘the electrical industry of Ontario and its effect on us.’ For more information call George Spall at 905- 721-8397. Holland says 4,000 ash trees at risk BY LESLEY BOVIE Staff Writer PICKERING —A Picker- ing councillor fears the City may be in danger of losing its ash trees if an infestation of the emerald ash borer (EAB) work- ing its way up from the United States isn’t soon brought under control. “We have more than 4,000 ash trees on our boulevards in Pickering,”said Ward 1 Re- gional Councillor Mark Hol- land. “It could take millions of dollars to replace all that stock.” The Canadian Food Inspec- tion Agency recently quaran- tined all ash wood products in the greater Windsor area due to EAB, which left several thou- sand trees in southeast Michi- gan dead and diseased before the species crossed the border into southwestern Ontario. Native to east Asia, the green insect tunnels its way under the bark of ash trees, a popular street and landscape choice, until it eventually blocks water and nutrients. “It could mean losing every ash tree in the province,”said Coun. Holland. Pickering council passed his motion Monday night, which asked the CFIA to take steps immediately to establish the outer limit of the infestation area, and to create a buffer zone large enough around the perimeter to contain the pest until next spring. He also called for the quar- antine area to be expanded to the outer limits of the EAB in- festation. The motion puts both the federal government and CFIA “on notice”that if it doesn’t take “appropriate measures” the City reserves the right to sue for damages, Coun. Hol- land said. In the meantime, Pickering staff is estimating how much the City’s ash trees are worth and will report back to council- lors at an upcoming finance and operations committee meeting. On its Web site, the CFIA identifies EAB as a “pest of po- tential economic and environ- mental significance”, posing a risk to both urban and forested areas throughout much of east- ern Canada and the United States. It is suspected the insect may have arrived in North America on wood packaging. “Although the flight period for adult EAB beetles is over for this year, and they will not emerge until the spring of next year, it is still possible for EAB to be spread to uninfested area through the movement of these infested materials,”said a CFIA news release. Local councillor seeks action against destructive insect MARK HOLLAND ‘It could mean losing every ash tree in the province.’ Lawyers for Catholic board, gay student seek resolution ‘before next prom season’ BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer DURHAM —Lawyers represent- ing Durham’s Catholic school board and Oshawa teen Marc Hall expect the case to go to trial in the first half of the new year. A gay student at Monsignor John Pereyma Catholic Secondary School, Mr. Hall and his then-boyfriend at- tended the school’s May 10 prom after Mr. Justice Robert MacKinnon ruled principal Mike Powers and the Durham Catholic District School Board could not prevent the couple from going. Mr. Hall took his principal and school board to the Ontario Superior Court of Justice in Whitby when they refused to allow him to bring his boyfriend to the dance. The board ar- gued a same-sex couple attending a dance would constitute homosexual behaviour and go against Catholic teachings. The board claimed it had a consti- tutional right to run its schools ac- cording to Catholic teachings. Mr. Hall, now in his final year at Perey- ma, charged the board was violating his rights under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms in discrimi- nating against him based on his sexu- al orientation. “Marc would like the decision to apply to other young people in other Catholic high schools,” David Cor- bett, his lawyer, said in a recent inter- view. He explained the May decision was only about whether or not Mr. Hall could go to the prom with his boyfriend. Mr. Corbett said this time “we will be retrying these issues in the context of Marc.” And this time, noted Catholic board lawyer Peter Lauwers in an in- terview, the lawyers won’t be refer- ring to sworn witness statements, and the judge won’t be under the gun to make a decision. “We’re going to have live witness- es,” he said. Mr. Lauwers said the discovery process, when each side is allowed to ask questions of the other about the case, should take place before Christ- mas. He expected the trial to occur in Whitby in March. “Both sides want to get this heard before the next prom season,” said Mr. Lauwers. Board chairman Mary Ann Martin said the attention the case is sure to attract does not bother her. “I’m not the least bit worried or concerned about it coming up again,” she said. “I hope a lot of people pay attention to it, from other religions as well.” Trustee Martin said the board has not put any policy in place or amend- ed any as a result of the May injunc- tion. “Nothing has really changed for our schools since the decision; we will continue to teach and practice our faith in our schools,” she said. Mr. Hall is seeking a declaration from the board and Mr. Powers that they violated his Charter rights and the Education Act, as well as $100,000 in damages. Recycling council celebrates 25 years with membership drive The Recycling Council of Ontario (RCO) is a non-profit organization com- mitted to minimizing society’s impact on the environment by eliminating waste. While the RCO has made great strides to protect the environment by re- ducing waste, the council believes there is far more that can and should be done. Ontario needs increased comprehensive programs to divert toxic chemicals, used tires, motor oil, and obsolete electronic equipment from landfill. The RCO wishes and needs to pro- vide more recycling and composting services to businesses, people in multi- unit buildings, and in public spaces, but is unable to do so due to severe govern- ment cutbacks. In order to move forward on all of these fronts, membership must be increased. With the RCO about to commemo- rate its 25th anniversary next year, its board of directors decided to celebrate with a membership blitz during the hol- iday season. Benefits of membership include: • Discounts to RCO events and pub- lications; • A subscription to ‘RCO highlights and headlines’ — daily news coverage of environmental, waste management and resource conservation issues sum- marized by the RCO and e-mailed di- rectly to members; • A subscription to ‘RE-News’e-mail information service — a members’ newsletter highlighting current issues, events, technologies, publications and other 3Rs news of interest; • Voting privileges at RCO’s annual general meeting; • Opportunity to participate on RCO committees, such as conference, policy, Ontario Waste Minimization Awards, and Waste Reduction Week; • Opportunity to run for a seat on the board of directors; and • Discounts on research services, the Canadian Recycling Markets Directory and RecyclingMarkets.net. Surveys have revealed employee morale is boosted when corporations en- hance their environmental images by practising responsible 3Rs stewardship. The cost of membership will probably be saved one-hundredfold when 3Rs and energy conservation ideas are put in place. To start the new year properly, this month is a great opportunity for of- fice managers to become members. When a municipality increases its 3Rs programs and demonstrates envi- ronmental leadership, citizens too are proud. Categories include individual and various levels of corporate and munici- pal memberships with fees ranging from $75 to $600. In addition, tax receipts are issued to those wishing to make a dona- tion. I will list the new Durham members and donors in one of my early 2003 columns. To receive an application, contact RCO’s Sarah Mills at 416-657-2797 or e-mail rco@rco.on.ca. A/P PAGE A10 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 11, 2002 www.durhamregion.com PUTT FOR CASH BRING IN YOUR PUTTE R THURS . 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DURHAM ––With two cases of influenza now confirmed in Durham Region, health department officials are urging area residents to get their flu shot to help prevent the spread of influenza and to avoid missing quali- ty time over the holiday with their families. “With influenza in the area, peo- ple who haven’t yet received a flu shot are encouraged to visit their doctor to get vaccinated,” says Dr. Donna Reynolds, Durham Region Associate Medical Officer of Health. “It takes up to two weeks for immu- nity to develop following vaccina- tion, so it is important to get your flu shot now to help provide effective protection before the holiday sea- son.” The influenza vaccine is available free of charge to all residents of On- tario. Throughout November, the health department gave flu shots to almost 12,000 area residents at free community flu-vaccination clinics held across the region. This repre- sents an increase of 15 per cent over 2001. Free vaccinations are still available at local doctors’ offices for those who have not yet received their flu shot. “Getting a flu shot can protect you against the flu,” explains Dr. Reynolds, “It can also help to reduce the severity and duration of illness and stop the spread to others, espe- cially young children, the elderly and individuals with chronic diseases.” Influenza spreads easily from per- son to person through coughing and sneezing. It is also spread through contact with unwashed hands, conta- minated surfaces, toys or eating uten- sils that have been contaminated with the virus. Once infected, a person may spread the influenza virus to others before developing symptoms and up to five days after symptoms start. 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The Ajax- Pickering Christ- ian Women’s Club holds its next meeting Thursday, Dec. 19 from 9:30 to 11:15 a.m. at Gal- lantry’s Banquet Room, in the lower level of the Pickering Town Centre. Guest speak- ers Darla Camp- bell and May Groves, plus fes- tive music from Lori Boros, will cover a range of festive subjects. The cost is $5 at the door and $3 for first-time visi- tors. Reservations are essential and complimentary nursery is avail- able. For more in- formation, call 905-427-3072. Visit infodurhamregion.com Make your mark on the Web PICKERING —An upcoming course for teens promises to leave them with a Web of knowledge. The Pickering Public Library holds a Web de- sign workshop Saturday, Jan. 11 from 10 a.m. to noon in the cen- tral branch’s computer lab, One The Es- planade, in Pick- ering. The course is open to teens, aged 12 to 19, and focuses on the basics of HTML. For more information, call 905-831-6265. Beat holiday stress PICKERING —Work of f your holiday stress by working out. The new mez- zanine of the health club at Pickering Recre- ation Centre is now open with no sign ups re- quired for tread- mills or cross- trainers. The recreation complex is at 1867 Valley Farm Rd., just east of the Pickering To wn Centre. For more informa- tion, visit the City’s Web site at www.cityofpick- ering.com. 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With trees and gar- den surrounding it, the mural will be painted on a large wall of the dining room in the new shelter. Supporters of Bethesda House are invited to purchase bricks for $25, foundation stones for $50, stepping stones for $75, windows for $100, trees for $125, garden gate for $150, child’s swing for $175, jungle gym for $250, the front door for $500 and the roof for $1,000. A brick or stepping stone could be a unique Christmas gift or memorial for a loved one, Bethesda House suggests. Donors’names will be paint- ed on the mural. A photograph of the mural will be sent to each donor along with a fridge magnet, which will incorporate the new Bethesda House logo, Building Hope: Changing Lives. Funds raised through mural donations will help Bethesda House purchase furniture and other items needed to welcome women and children into the new shelter. For more information, call Margaret Booth at 905-623- 6045. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 11, 2002 PAGE B1 P Oshawa Civic Auditorium Hwy #2 and Thornton Rd. S. Oshawa Info.: 905-728-5163 Fri., Dec. 13, 7:35 p.m. vs Toronto Sun. Dec. 15, 6:35 p.m. vs Belleville Sports &LEISURE NEWS ADVERTISER DECEMBER 11, 2002 Wait a second, Panthers so close to perfect weekend on the ice Pickering juniors take three of four points up for grabs BY AL RIVETT Sports Editor PICKERING —The good news is the Pickering Boyer Pontiac Panthers are playing as well as they have at any point this season, taking three of a pos- sible four points on the weekend. The bad news is the fourth point got away in the most excruciating manner to crosstown rival Ajax Axemen at the Pickering Recreation Complex Friday. Ajax defenceman Matt Harris, re- trieving his own rebound after driving a shot on goal from the point, scored with one second on the clock in the five-minute overtime period to push the Axemen past the Panthers 4-3. Pickering earned a single point for the extra-time loss. The Panthers recovered sufficiently to finish the weekend on a positive note, posting a 4-1 victory over the Thornhill Rattlers on the road Saturday night. The three points lift the Panthers (7- 23-3-1 for 18 points) out of the cellar and into eighth place in the nine-team OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League’s South Conference standings, one point ahead of Thorn- hill. Although playing two of the bot- tom-feeding clubs in the conference on the weekend, Panthers head coach Jim Wilson was nonetheless pleased his club is finally beginning to hit its stride after being hit hard by injuries this year. “I guess you have to look at it as the start of the last third of the season and we’re hoping to be able to start to see some improvement,” said the first-year head coach and general manager. “Hopefully, we’re starting to turn around what has been a difficult situa- tion.” Outplaying and leading the Axemen for most of Friday’s tilt, the Panthers nonetheless allowed the Ajacians to score the tying goal with 2:45 remain- ing in the third period. Again in the extra frame, the Pickering juniors held the edge in play but, yet again, the Ax- emen got off the hook with the last- second marker. “I felt badly for the kids,” said Wil- son. “They played really well — as well as they’ve played all season. I thought they deserved a better fate.” Matt Wyles scored a goal against his former Axemen mates, while Jamie Wright and Patrick Miller notched the others for Pickering. Against Thornhill, the Panthers re- ceived another solid outing from veter- an netminder Scott Gray who also started against Ajax. Gray made 43 saves. Veteran Panthers’ forward Brent Chandler continued to find the net, scoring a goal and adding an assist. Cory Black also had a goal and assist. The Rattlers outshot the Panthers 44-30. The Panthers host the North York Rangers at the recreation complex Fri- day at 7:30 p.m. On Sunday, the Pan- thers travel to Couchiching to meet the Terriers at 2 p.m. RON PIETRONIRO/ News Advertiser photo Pickering Boyer Pontiac Panthers’James Gadon, left, attempts to poke the puck off the stick of Ajax Axemen’s Chase Gallacher during OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’Hockey League action in Pickering Friday night. A last-second goal lifted Ajax to a 4-3 overtime win. Uxbridge dashes Annandale hopes at double-rink event Pickering curlers cash in at Skins Game in Alberta BY JIM EASSON Special to the News Advertiser AJAX —Annandale Curling Club’s double-rink team missed an opportunity to play at its home rink after failing to emerge from the Dominion Regalia Silver Tankard zone event Sunday at the Uxbridge and District Curling Club. Skip Gord Norton’s team of Warren Leslie, Alex Bianchi and Ron Alexander paired up with skip Jon Payne and Dave Hutchison, Marvin Harrison and Craig Reid for the event. The Norton-Payne team won its first game, but was sidelined after the next. Five pairs competed, with one from the host Uxbridge club ad- vancing to the regionals in Lindsay April 5. It would have been attractive if the Annandale teams could have advanced, as the provincial final for the Dominion Regalia Silver Tankard is at Annandale April 6. ••• Two Pickering curlers won big bucks at the McCain TSN Skins Game in Grande Prairie, Alta. last weekend. Collin Mitchell and Richard Hart joined Jason Mitchell and skip Glenn Howard at the event, which carried a $130,000 purse. In the semifinal, the Howard rink went head-to-head against the Russ Howard foursome and won, collecting $14,500. The Glenn Howard team secured a further $9,000 in the final. The lion’s share of the money, however, went to the Randy Ferbey rink that took the championship and won $79,500, eclipsing the previous record of $77,200 won by Glenn Howard last year. ••• The Nokia Cup OCA men’s zone event gets under way at the Oshawa Curling Club, and Annan- dale will be represented by a team skipped by Norton. Twelve teams are entered in the double-knockout event that sees two teams advance to the regionals in Uxbridge in January. A provincial champion will be determined at the Hershey Centre in Mississauga Feb. 2. The winner there advances to the Nokia Brier in Halifax March 1 to 9. ANDREW IWANOWSKI/ News Advertiser photo Rejection? PICKERING –– Father Leo J. Austin Wildcats’Mike Snow (25) goes up for the block as Pickering High School Trojans’ Jim Cozier (42) hoists up a shot during St. Mary Classic Junior Boys’ Basketball Tournament at the Pickering school Friday afternoon. Twelve teams competed in the two-day event. RICHARD HART Finalist in Skins Game. COLLIN MITCHELL Howard rink earns big bucks. SPORTS BRIEFS Dec. 11, 2002 Pickering ice organization brings in ringer for 25th annual tournament PICKERING —The Pickering Ringette Association will have a spe- cial guest in attendance at its 25th annual tournament this weekend. Keely Brown of the Team Canada ringette team will be on hand for two separate events surrounding the tour- ney Saturday. She played goal for the club and was awarded most valuable player honours at the 2002 World Ringette Championships in Edmonton earlier this month. Canada took the gold medal with a 3-1 victory over Finland. Ms. Brown will discuss her expe- riences at the world championships, show her gold medal, MVP award and team uniform, and sign auto- graphs Saturday, starting at noon in the Pickering Recreation Complex’s O’Brien meeting room. The session is expected to last for one hour, with time for questions and autographs. In addition, Ms. Brown will be on the ice during the first-period inter- mission of the game between the Sudbury and Waterloo teams at 10:20 a.m. at the complex’s Delaney ice pad. Members of the Pickering novice ‘C’ and petite ‘C’ teams will take shots on the Team Canada goal- tender. Teams from across Ontario will compete in all age divisions at the tournament, which uses both the Don Beer and the recreation complex are- nas. Play begins Friday evening, with finals in all divisions starting Sunday afternoon. ••• The Pickering Ringette Associa- tion hold its annual skate with Santa at the recreation complex’s O’Brien ice pad Sunday, Dec. 22, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Telus shut out again in bid for first win DURHAM —The Telus Lightning was struck down again. The Lightning dropped their 18th game of the season with a close 2-0 loss to the Montreal Wingstar in Na- tional Women’s Hockey League ac- tion at the Ajax Community Cen- tre Saturday night. Telus has yet to earn a point in the standings this season and sits last in the Cen- tral Division. Cathy Chartrand’s goal at the 14:14 mark of the first period stood up as the winner, while Virginia Bilodeau scored a third-period in- surance marker. Telus netminder Jennifer Piitz stopped 30 shots. The Lightning played the East Di- vision-leading Beatrice Aeros at the Ajax Community Centre Tuesday night. The result was unavailable at press deadline. The Telus Lightning play the Ot- tawa Raiders this Saturday at the Royal Canadian Air Force Base in Trenton at 2 p.m. Pickering High athletes in mid-season form AJAX —Pickering High School athletes had a field day on the track at the International Youth Meet of Champions in Toronto last weekend. It was a golden start to the track and field season for the Ajax school’s athletes at the three-day competition at the Metro Track and Field Centre at York University. The event drew athletes from Ontario, Quebec and New York State. Cameron Sahadath won the juve- nile boys’ (17 years old) 60-metre hurdles in 8.11 seconds, a new meet record time that also equalled the provincial mark. He also moved up to the junior boys’ (19 years) category where he won the 60 hurdles. In the midget boys’ (15 years) di- vision, Ryan Finn won the 800m in a new meet record of 1:58 seconds. He also ran to top spot in the 1,500m and the 3,000m. Meanwhile, Ryan Gordon cap- tured the midget boys’ 60m hurdles crown. He also moved up to juvenile where he finished second in the 60m hurdles. Tedroy Gomes placed third in the juvenile boys’ 60m hurdles. Gordon, Finn and Sahadath will participate in a training camp hosted by former Canadian Olympic track coach Andy McGuiness, at the Uni- versity of Hawaii in Honolulu Dec. 14 to 23. JENNIFER PIITZ Makes 30 saves in losing cause. Overtime loss seals team’s fate PICKERING —The Pickering Panthers major atom ‘AA’ rep hockey team finished as finalists at its own tournament after a hard- fought overtime loss to Ot- tawa in the championship game recently. In an evenly played final, the game ended in a 3-3 tie at the end of regulation time. In the sudden-death overtime frame, Ottawa scored to take the game and the tourney title. Corrado Gianfriddo, David Mott and Brandon Wieser scored goals for Pick- ering. The Panthers posted a 2-1 record in round-robin play. In the tournament opener, the atom Panthers lost a nail biter 5-4 to Eastern Ontario. Adam Cranley notched a hat trick; Carter Finlayson had the other goal. Finlayson also chipped in with three assists, Mott added two and Dylan Banks contributed one. In Game 2, Pickering blanked the Oshawa Gener- als 3-0. Mott, Finlayson and Zach Munn scored. Charlie Graber, Chris Raguseo and Cranley drew assists. Blake Cluff recorded the shutout. Pickering crushed Whitby 8-2 in the third game. Among the goal scorers reported were Mott with three, Louis Del Re with two, Gianfriddo and Finlayson with singles. Wieser counted three assists, David Whorpole, Banks and Raguseo each had two, Gian- friddo and Cranley added one apiece. Brian Smith, Michael Straub, Glenn Murphy, Jef- frey Montpetit and Daniel Tomei all contributed solid team play. The team is currently tied for third place with the Ajax Knights in the York-Simcoe ‘AA’league’s East Division. Will Graber coaches the team, assisted by Glen Smith and Peter Wieser. Gino Del Re is the manager and the trainer is Dom Raguseo. 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Pickering 420-9000 WE ARE HERE WEST - 401 - EAST HWY. 2 HARWOODWESTNEYBROCKLIVERPOOLWHITESN Pickering High School hurdler Cameron Sahadath won the juvenile boys’ (17 years old) 60- metre hurdles in 8.11 seconds, a new meet record time that also equalled the provincial mark at the International Youth Meet of Champions in Toronto last weekend. He also moved up to the junior boys’ (19 years) category where he won the 60 hurdles. BOB JOHNSTON’S CHRISTMAS SPECIAL! Used Vehicle Finance Rates As Low As 4121 KINGSTON ROAD 416-284-1631 Toll Free: 1-866-877-0859 See Sales Consultants For Details NO PAYMENTS TIL SPRING! 2.9% 0 DOWNAND ANDSCOREBOARD Dec. 11, 2002 Pickering ringette novices finish with silver PICKERING —The Pickering novice ‘C’ ringette team settled for silver after losing a heartbreaking overtime decision in the final of the St. Catharines Ringette Tournament last weekend. Pickering faced Etobicoke in the ultra-competitive championship game as the momentum shifted back and forth. Pickering trailed 7-6 with 26 seconds left in regular play when Madelaine Southwell popped in the tying goal, assisted by Michelle Stin- son. In overtime, the Pickering novices played their hearts out with many scoring opportunities, but Eto- bicoke scored at the 9:12 mark to claim an 8-7 victory. It was Pickering’s first tournament of the season playing up a level at major novice ‘B’. In round-robin play, Pickering posted a 9-3 victory over St. Catharines followed by a 9-2 win over Burlington and a 5-2 victory over Etobicoke. Offensively, Pickering dominated all weekend with strong checking and solid passing that resulted in many goals and assists by Southwell, Stin- son, Leah Abel, Shelaney Lloyd, Alana Raymond, Julia Good, Lindsay Shanks, Caitlin Curtis, Stacey Forbes, Emma Trentadue and Kim Carlton. Caitlin Curtis, Stacey Forbes, Kim Carlton, and Shelaney Lloyd con- tributed solid defensive play. Alana Raymond, Julia Good and Lloyd sup- plied outstanding goaltending. Major atom Panthers fall just short The Pickering Panthers major atom ‘AA’rep hockey team finished as fi- nalists at the recent Pickering tournament after a tough overtime loss to Ottawa in the championship game. The Pickering novice ‘C’ringette team captured the silver medal at the recent St. Catharines Ringette Tournament, dropping an 8-7 overtime de- cision to Etobicoke in the final. Extra effort not enough to secure St. Kitts tourney ONTARIO PROVINCIAL JUNIOR ‘A’ HOCKEY LEAGUE As of Dec. 9/02 SOUTH CONFERENCE STANDINGS TEAM G W L T OTL F A PTS GAA Markham 31 19 6 5 1 155 102 44 3.29 St. Michael’s 33 17 7 6 3 136 111 43 3.36 Wexford 30 18 8 2 2 134 05 40 3.50 Vaughan 28 16 8 2 2 125 115 36 4.11 Oshawa 30 16 12 2 0 118 106 34 3.53 North York 30 12 13 2 3 100 112 29 3.73 Ajax 32 8 20 2 2 88 126 20 3.94 Pickering 34 7 23 3 1 108 156 18 4.59 Thornhill 30 7 20 2 1 77 147 17 4.90 PICKERING HOCKEY ASSOCIATION ATOM HOUSE LEAGUE STANDINGS As of Dec. 8/02 TEAM G W L T GF GA PTS 7/Eleven 6 5 0 1 34 17 11 Ontario Power Generation 6 4 1 1 25 15 9 Boyer Pontiac 6 3 1 2 30 22 8 Pickering Honda 6 3 2 1 26 26 7 Pickering Oldtimers 6 3 3 0 28 30 6 Master Mechanic 6 2 2 2 27 21 6 The Score Network 6 2 2 2 21 21 6 3R Collision 6 3 3 0 19 21 6 Papps 6 1 2 3 16 19 5 Pickering Slo-Sports Oldtimers 6 2 4 0 27 33 4 Legion 606 6 0 4 2 20 32 2 Monarch Kitchens 6 1 5 0 13 29 2 RESULTS FROM DEC. 8/02 Papps 3 vs. Ontario Power Generation 3; 3R Collision 6 vs. Le- gion 606 1; 7/Eleven 9 vs. Pickering Slo-Sports Oldtimers 4; Pick- ering Honda 3 vs. Pickering Oldtimers 5; Boyer Pontiac 2 vs. Mas- ter Mechanic 2; The Score Network 5 vs. Monarch Kitchens 3. PICKERING SOCCER CLUB Recent indoor soccer results UNDER-SEVEN DIVISION Nov 24 -Almost Doesn't Count Stables 3 (Patrice Walker, Ariel Tan, MVP Dillon Suresh ) vs Sporting Images 0 (MVP Justin Yeung); Odueke Financial Services 2 (MVP Marlon Vaz 2) vs. Pickering Slo Sports 7 (Samuel Millington (4), Andrew Jegg, Salim Walji (2), MVP Samuel Millington). Nov 30 -Almost Doesn't Count 0 (MVP Rebecca Marrow) vs. Odueke Financial Services 3 (Aidan McNally, Marlon Vaz (2), MVP Aidan McNally, Marlon Vaz). UNDER-NINE DIVISION Nov 24 -Boyer Pontiac Panthers 7 (Jeremy Nastich (2), Dylan Ramuite (2), Evan Akey, Ashley Ferreira, Zachary Fisher, MVP Cassandra Stevens, Ashley Ferreira) vs Dr. M. Lean 4 (Meschach Green (2), Brandyn Aldredge-Neto, Christian Costello, MVP Meschach Green); Pickering Slo-Sports 4 (Kaitlyn Arnott 2, Eric Rayson, MVP Robert Mauro) vs Pickering Sting 1 (Brayden Jones, MVP Kyelah Des Vignes); Sporting Images 4 (Mateo Haza (2), Andre Wright, MVP Natalie Fava) vs. Montgomery Riding Sta- bles 0 (MVP Ryley Burns). Nov 30 -Pickering Sting 3 (Brayden Jones 3, MVP Liam MacRae) vs. Boyer Pickering Panthers 0 (MVP Anja Wynter). UNDER-11 DIVISION Nov 17 -Boyer Pickering Panthers 2 (Ryan Faraone 2, MVP Cor- rine Vaz) vs Almost Doesn't Count Stables 3 (Bryndon Fry 3, MVP Deanna Norlock, Greg Lake); Sporting Images 0 (MVP Tere- sa Haza) vs Binns 1 (Scott Lyons, MVP Jack Carver); Pickering Slo Sports 8 (Alexander Reilly 3, Ivor Mohorovic 2, Sahil Chodha 2, MVP Karley Burt) vs Creative Space Rockets 1 (George Mes- zoros, MVP Kailie Bunyan). Nov 24 - Boyer Pickering Panthers 1 (Ryan Faraone, MVP Ash- ley Riding) vs Pickering Slo Sports 0 (MVP Ryan Chetram); Al- most Doesn't Count Stables 3 (Bryndon Fry 3, MVP Emma Steele) vs Sporting Images 1 (Rawan Saleh); Binns 1 (Scott Lyons, MVP Jack Carver) vs Creative Space Rockets 1 (George Meszoros, MVP Kailie Bunyan Dec 1 - Boyer Pickering Panthers 2 (Ryan Faraone, Robert Watts, MVP Christopher Mariano and Michael Belgiorgio) vs Creative Space Rockets 2 (Jonah Wynter 2, MVP Richard Yeates); Almost Doesn't Count Stables 4 (Nicholas O'Donnell 2, Bryndon Fry, Megan Kimble, MVPs Christopher Martin, Bryndon Fry) vs Binns 3 (Ryan Schmidt 3, MVPs Chelsea Beck, Michael Lucas); Picker- ing Slo Sports 1 (Alexander Reilly) vs Sporting Images 0. Dec 8 -Boyer Pickering Panthers 2 (Ryan Faraone, Rizwan Thawer, MVPs Christopher Mariano, Rizwan Thawer) vs Binns 2 (Ryan Schmidt 2, MVP Adeel Danish); Creative Space Rockets 0 (MVP Jason Jeffrey) vs Sporting Images 4 (Rawan Saleh 2, Keon Tappin, Carly White); Almost Doesn't Count Stables 2 (Emma Steele 2, MVPs Emma Steele, Megan Kimble vs Pickering Slo- Sports 2 (Ivor Mahorovic, Sahil Chodna). UNDER-13 DIVISION Nov 17 -Harrison Mailing 4 (Jeffery Jamieson, Roshun Gu- runathan, Jordin Henwood 2, MVP Jordin Henwood) vs United Soccer 2 (Tyler Nastich 2 MVPs Kiara Brownsell, Evan Kirk- patrick); Pickering Rapids 3 (Lorenzo Haza 2, Kyle Nazareth, MVP Kyle Nazareth) vs Rotork 2 (Elizabeth O'Shea, Shane Ker- slake MVP Terry Tambacopoulos); Power Lynx 1 (Avery Vernon) vs Sporting Images 2 (Kevin Nunes 2, MVPs Navie Hayer, Kevin Nunes); Boyer Pickering Panthers 2 (Brad Holdforth, Jazmine Carr, MVPs Amkur Obewroi, Jessica Macarthur) vs Pickering Slo Sports 2 (Robert Jaipaul 2, MVP Atish Chodha). Nov 24 -Pickering Slo-Sports 2 (Andreas Wynter, Chris Boessier, MVP Andreas Wynter) vs Rotork 3 (Chris Murphy, Kassandra Tor- rance, Shane Kerslake, MVP Shane Kerslake); Boyer Pickering Panthers 2 (Mario Kapo, Jasmine Carr, MVPs Jazmine Carr, Jor- dan McConney) vs United Soccer 3 (Tyler Nastich 2, Nicole Bates, MVPs Michael Smith, Giulia Moltisanti); Pickering Rapids 0 (MVP Christopher Button) vs Power Lynx 1 (Avery Vernon, MVP Emma Bulpin); Sporting Image 2 (Michael Mauro, Kaitlyn Kemp, MVP Kaitlyn Kemp, Navie Hayer) vs Harrison Mailing 3 (Kodi Welsh 2, Jeff Jamieson, MVP Kodi Welsh). Dec 1 -Rotork 2 (Shane Kerslake, Chris Murphy, MVP Scott Si- mons) vs Sporting Images 1 (Kevin Nunes, MVPs Michael Dougall, Navie Hayer); Pickering Slo Sports 5 (Robert Jaipaul 4, Andreas Wynter, MVP Corin Desousa) vs Pickering United 4 (Tyler Nastich (4), MVP Nicole Bates, Evan Kirkpatrick); Power Lynx 2 (Avery Vernon, Anthony Alfonsi, MVP Anthony Alfonsi) vs Boyer Pickering Panthers 1 (Jazmine Carr, MVPs Alexander Diosi, Alicia Wilkinson); Harrison Mailing 5 (Jordin Henwood 2, Jeffrey Jamieson, Alex Bunyan, Roshan Gurunathan, MVP Jef- frey Jamieson) vs Pickering Rapids 2 (Lorenzo Haza, Robert Poots, MVP Robert Poots). Dec 8 -Boyer Pickering Panthers 1 (Mario Kapo, MVPs Brad Holdforth, Jessica MacArthur) vs Pickering Rapids 2 (Lorenzo Haza 2, MVP Kylie Burt); United Soccer 4 (Nicole Bates 2, Robert McPhee, Tyler Nastich, MVPs Michael Smith, Andrew Morari) vs Sporting Image 0 ; Pickering Slo-Sports 1 (Corin DeSousa MVP Lisa Summer) vs Harrison Mailing 2 (Jordin Henwood 2 ); Rotork 3 (Kasandra Torrance 2, Alexandra Wedemire, MVPs Shane Ker- slake, Scott Simmons) vs Power Lynx 1 (Anthony Alfonsi, MVP Alex Pace). UNDER-16 DIVISION Nov 24 -Sporting Images 2 (Francis Masse (2), MVP Francis Masse) vs Pickering Jets 3 (Brodie Chudziac (2), Mallory Cain (MVP TJ Colbourne); Rougemount Physiotherapy 4 (David Lahey (4), MVP David Lahey) vs Pickering Falcons 3 (Robert Constan- zo (2), Greg Mitchell, MVP Robert Constanzo); Boyer Pickering Panthers 2 (Kiley Sulivan, Amy Marshall, MVP Samantha Deuries); Cosmos Soccer 1 (James Inkster, MVP Melissa Mc- Dowell). Dec 1 - Pickering Falcons 7 (Calvin Burrows 5, Robert Costanzo, Greg Mitchell, MVP Calvin Burrows) vs. Cosmos Soccer 1 (James Inkster, MVP Jeff Graham); Pickering Jets 2 (Brodie Chudziak, Mallory Cain, MVP Melanie Thompson) vs. Boyer Pick- ering Panthers 1 (Erik Mroczkoski MVP Jordan Lianza) ; Rouge- mount Physiotherapy 0 (MVP Michael Barrett) vs. Sporting Im- ages 4 (Michael Vitale 2, Andrew Pharoah,Bryant Lyons, MVP Francis Masse) Dec 8 -Pickering Jets 0 (MVP Brodie Chudziak) vs. Rougemount Physiotherapy 1 (Sean Dineley, MVP Diane Lalonde) ; Sporting Images 2 (Michael Vitale, Bryant Lyons, MVP Bryant Lyons) vs. Cosmos Soccer 1 (Mitchell Chudziak, MVP Mitchell Chudziak) ; Boyer Pickering Panthers 0 ( MVP Mike Jolly) vs. Pickering Fal- cons 6 (Julian Pediz-Aziz 3, Calvin Burrows 3, MVP Julian Pediz- Aziz). Post your part -time opening on workopolisCampus.com for a measly $20. You ’ll be like,amazed,at the response. HIRE A STUDENT.$20. BY LESLEY BOVIE Staff Writer AJAX — When it comes to exer- cising both sides of your brain, Dr. Jon Mills is a seasoned athlete. He’s been doing it for years and has a double doctorate in psychology and philosophy to show for it. But, with the recent release of ‘When God Wept’, the Ajax resident takes things one step further, melding the science of self-analysis and the expression of creative thought in his first literary novel. “This is a big thing for me,” said Mills, who has published 70 academ- ic articles and nine books of a psy- choanalytical nature. ‘When God Wept’ follows Dr. Owen Ross for 24 hours as the Chicago psychologist finalizes his di- vorce, which ultimately leads to a day filled with life-altering self-analysis. “He reflects seriously about life and comes to the realization he’s been living a meaningless existence,” explained Mills. “The reality is he’s become completely apathetic to peo- ple, which is paradoxical because he’s chosen a very personal profes- sion.” The psychologist ends up having many painful reflections, which take him back to his past, said Mills. His mother committed suicide when he was a child. His wife had an affair. Their six-month-old baby died. Mills said his motive for ‘When God Wept’ was mainly self-therapy, having gone through a painful di- vorce 10 years ago. But the similari- ties between him and Ross end there, he said, besides the obvious refer- ences to psychology of course. “I stayed close to home because this is my experiential world,” he said. “This is my way of being.” Mills studied clinical psychology at the Illinois School of Professional Psychology in Chicago, but admitted he often found its emphasis on em- pirical research “boring and mean- ingless”. His growing want to understand more about the universe came to a head about two years after his di- vorce, when he began to study philos- ophy at Vanderbilt University in Nashville. In 1996, Mills starting writing ‘When God Wept’but shelved it after a month. He revisited it the following year and finished it in six months. The book just “took on a life of its own”, he said. However, getting it published was- n’t so easy, which Mills admitted shocked him. After all, he had been published many times over in acade- mic circles. “It’s very different in academic publishing, you know your target press,” he said. “But with a literary piece, you have to start marketing yourself and see if anyone is interested in reading your manuscript.” Mills even hired an agent in Cali- fornia to help. After several ‘nos’, Whittier Publications, a small inde- pendent press in New York picked up ‘When God Wept’. It is now available on Amazon.com and is awaiting Canadian distribution. Yes, things are definitely looking up for Mills, both professionally and personally. He was recently appoint- ed chairman of the section on psy- choanalysis of the Canadian Psycho- logical Association, and editor of an international book series on philoso- phy and psychology published by Editions Rodophi in the Netherlands and New York. He also released this year ‘The Unconscious Abyss: Hegel’s Antici- pation of Psychoanalysis’, which credits the German idealist with an- ticipating psychoanalysis by 100 years. And Miller has since remarried and has a two-and-a-half-year-old daughter. His family moved to Ajax from Toronto in 2000, where Mills runs a full-time private practice at home. He still commutes to Toronto three days a week to teach at the Adler School of Professional Psy- chology. The word is still out on any liter- ary sequels. “I’m cautiously waiting to see how this does before jumping in there,” he said. For more information about ‘When God Wept’, contact Whittier Publications at info@whitbooks.com. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 11, 2002 PAGE B3 A/P A rts &Entertainment NEWS ADVERTISER DECEMBER 11, 2001 Booked for 24 life-altering hours A.J. GROEN/ News Advertiser photo When it came to published material, Ajax resident Dr. Jon Mills had plenty of experience. His work has ap- peared in 70 academic articles and nine books of a psychoanalytical nature. Yet when he tried to get his first literary piece published, ‘When God Wept’, it took plenty of persistence before Whittier Publications picked up the book about a Chicago psychologist. Ajax man’s new book follows day in life of psychologist A.J. GROEN/ News Advertiser photos Hitting a high range of notes and emotions PICKERING –– Janet Yukich looks sad, happy and surprised, all minutes apart, as she directs the St. Monica Catholic School choir during its performance last week at the Pickering Town Centre’s annual festival of choirs event that featured more than 40 schools. Yukich is a parent volunteer with the choir. DURHAM ––The Elmer Iseler Singers come to Port Perry Saturday, Dec. 14 as Town Hall 1873 continues its 27th artistic season. The 20-voice professional chamber choir, founded in 1979 by the late Dr. Elmer Iseler, has built an international reputation through concerts, broad- casts and recordings in Canada, the United States and abroad. The group is now conducted by Lyndia Adams. They’ll perform a Christmas reper- toire at the 8 p.m. concert, to be held at Town Hall 1873, Queen Street, Port Perry. Tickets for the concert are $25 and are available at Henshall’s on Queen Street in Port Perry. The season continues Feb. 8 when jazz singer/pianist Kory Livingstone brings his tribute to the Nat King Cole Trio to town. For more information, call 905- 985-9924. Chamber singers deliver show Saturday Take a step back in time with gallery calendar DURHAM –– What better way to ring in the new year than to look back into two centuries of history? The Robert McLaughlin Gallery’s 2003 calendar features 12 historical photographs, each printed in nostalgic, sepia brown. While one shows what an auto- motive assembly line looked like in 1908, another lets us see how a local piano manufacturer con- structed pipe organs in 1900. An 1890 photo takes us back to the days when intricate gingerbread detail decorated the exterior of an Oshawa house. The clothes and styles worn by mostly early 20th century subjects are worthy of note as are the long ago ways of making a living or spending leisure time. Two pictures, for example, illus- trate those new-fangled flying machines in less than aerody- namic poses, circa 1918. The selections for the calen- dar come from the Thomas Bouckley Collection, amassed by the late Oshawa historian of the same name. With more than 4,000 images in the collection, some of those on display in the Gallery comple- ment the current ‘Machine Age’ exhibit. “It lends itself nicely to the Bouckley collection,” says gallery spokesman Holly Mc- Clellan. The photos were also selected based on clarity, reproduction qualities and variety of subject matter. All proceeds from the sale of the calendars are being used to benefit gallery programs and ac- tivities. They can be purchased in the gallery’s gift shop and are $10 each. Call 905-576-3000 for gallery hours or visit www.rmg.on.ca for more infor- mation. The Robert McLaughlin Gallery is located at 72 Queen St., next to Oshawa City Hall. Dwarfs are back...B6 A/P PAGE B4 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 11, 2002 www.durhamregion.com www.durhamc.on.ca Mr. W. Bruce Affleck (in memoriam) Alzheimer Society of Ontario Andrew Foundation Mr. Craig Andrews The Apex Group Auto Workers Community Credit Union Bank of Montreal BDO Dunwoody LLP Bedrock Group Bill Nurse Chevrolet Oldsmobile Ltd. Beta Sigma Phi Sorority Mr. and Mrs. D. Boyes Mrs. Lisa J. Boyes-Lowson Mrs. Gail Brimbecom Business & Professional Women of Durham Campus Living Centres Inc. Canadian Corps. 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We Are Located At The Courtyard At 109 Old Kingston Rd (In Pickering Village) NO COVER CHARGE Durham artists deck the trees for those in need DURHAM –– Local artists and businesses are teaming up to make Christ- mas brighter for less fortunate families. On Dec. 14, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Artists’ Tree will take place at the Scugog Tourist Infor- mation Centre, 269 Queen St. Artists, in co- operation with the Scugog Chamber of Commerce and the BIA, will decorate the tree with a col- lection of spe- cially-created, handmade orna- ments. Each or- nament is being donated by its creator and will be available for sale with pro- ceeds going to Operation Scu- gog’s annual Christmas food drive. For more in- formation, call Sheila Nichol- son at 905-985- 6839. JASON LIEBREGTS/ News Advertiser photo Blowing his own horn PICKERING –– The Pickering Recreation Com- plex was the place for seniors to be Sunday as there was an afternoon of tea, entertainment, and dancing. The poinsettia tea for seniors event was part of Winterfest activities in the city. Bob Barton, a member of the George Lake Big Band, was in the Christmas spirit as he entertained the crowd. Dine out on this murder mystery AJAX — Brighten up this stressful holiday sea- son by spending ‘Christmas with the Cratchits’. Mystery Theatre Experi- ence presents a murder- mystery-musical comedy ‘Christmas with the Cratchits’ and buffet dinner Friday, Dec. 13 at 6:30 p.m. at the Annandale Golf and Curling Club, in Ajax. Tickets are $42.50 per person and can be pur- chased by calling Fran at 905-686-2735. Booking a table of eight gets you a 10 per cent discount. Dance the night away Saturday with one-parent group AJAX —Strut your stuff at a dance in early December. The Ajax-Pickering chapter of the One Parent Families Association holds its monthly dance Satur- day, Dec. 14 at 8 p.m. at the Pickering Recreation Centre, 1867 Valley Farm Rd. in Pickering. Dress code is in effect and all are welcome. In addition, the group meets every Wednesday at 8 p.m. (8:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month) at the Ajax Cricket Club, corner of Monarch Avenue and Clements Road. Meetings are for both custodial and non- custodial parents whether your children are two or 42. For more information on the dance, call Sandra at 905-686-7933 and for the meetings call 905-426- 4646. The group also has a Web site at www.geoci- ties.com/opfaca. BY TONY DOYLE Staff Editor PICKERING —Brian Rae has compiled an eye-catching list of accomplishments during his lengthy association with St. Michael’s Cathedral and the choir school. From leading performances for the Pope, the Queen and Prince Philip, to his recordings for television stations, his pro- duction of eight school records and his position with the Royal Canadian College of Organists, the Pickering resi- dent of 15 years has long played a vital role in the devel- opment of students at the renowned school. Yet, after more than 40 years as a student and member of staff at St. Michael’s Choir School, his tremendous enthu- siasm for the job is ever-pre- sent in his voice. “I enjoy the music and the students with which I work,” said Rae during a recent inter- view. “They’re great. I’ve had the opportunity to work with a wonderful group of people, boys and men.” He was speaking shortly after one of the final tune-ups before leading a group of Grade 5 to OAC students on an annual tour that serves as a prelude to the school’s yearly Christmas concerts at Massey Hall. This year’s week-long trip takes the choir to Ban- croft, Ottawa and then Platts- burg, New York. A mainstay since 1971, the school’s annual Christmas tours have taken the choir as far north as Dawson in the Yukon, as far south as Trinidad and Tobago and to Europe a few times, to name just a few destinations. Currently tour director, head of the choral department, and conductor of the tenor and bass choir, Rae joined the fac- ulty at the school in 1963, three years after graduating as a student. In the time between, he studied the organ with mas- ters such as Victor Togni, Charles Peaker, Andre Isoir and Antoine Reboulot. He admitted that when he was first hired, as assistant or- ganist at the cathedral and to teach at the choir school, he figured he might only remain two or three years before mov- ing on. However, he quickly settled into his role and began men- toring many talented musi- cians, although he’s hesitant to name anyone in particular when asked if any students stick out over his career. “A number,” he said, before continuing. “If I went back over time between now and 1965, there are people in every class that really contributed to the program, really outstand- ing young men, not only in music and academically.” In fact, he noted that just recently he took in a produc- tion of Oedipus Rex at the Hummingbird Centre with three St. Michael’s graduates enjoying leading roles. “I think it’s great to see these young men come through the school and make it in music,” he said, adding, “We were all very proud of each other and they’re all very nice young men.” He also noted another grad currently studying voice at the famed Juilliard School for the performing arts in New York City, but points out not all stu- dents go on to musical careers, nor are they expected to. Cur- rently, there are about 300 stu- dents in Grade 3 to OAC studying at St. Michael’s. “We would hope most, if not all, serve in some capacity in the church,” he said, noting that can mean roles as organ- ists, cantors or as choir mem- bers. He noted three recent or- ganists at St. Isaac Jogues in Pickering were also graduates. The students may sing, or play, or remain active in the church, but they also build in themselves strong character and a commitment to the task, Rae says. During Pope John Paul II’s visit to Toronto this past summer, the choir had to arrive at the school at 3 a.m. to get ready for its performance at the Downsview papal mass that was the culmination of World Youth Days. “I think that’s a wonderful example of what young people are capable of,” he said, adding with a laugh, “There wasn’t one complaint.” Rae also conducted the choir at the opening mass for World Youth Days and record- ed the Salve Regina requested by the Pope for use during the Stations of the Cross. It was an encore perfor- mance of sorts, as Rae was also organist for the papal mass in Downsview during the Pope’s 1984 visit, and pro- duced the recording of the of- ficial hymn of that visit. Still, with all the experi- ence and accomplishments be- hind him, Rae said each new class of students continues to bring with it a sense of excite- ment. “It’s always a challenge, but a wonderful challenge,” he said. “They challenge you to do the best you can do. It’s a nice challenge.” As for how long he expects to continue teaching, Rae fig- ures he’ll know when it’s time to walk away. “I always said when I didn’t enjoy it any more I’d quit,” he said with a laugh. “I still enjoy it.” The choir’s 63rd annual Christmas concert is Dec. 13 and 14 at Massey Hall. For more information about the performances, visit the school’s Web site at www.smcs.on.ca/home.html. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 11, 2002 PAGE B5 A/P Highway 2 Brock RdLiverpool RdKingston Rd. 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From performing for the Pope, to helping produce school records, to touring much of the world and directing the choir during the recent visit by the Queen to Toronto, above, the Pickering resident has been at the school as a student or member of staff for over 40 years. Rae’s days some kind of wonderful St. Michael’s Choir School kids keep Pickering resident committed BY JANE McDONALD Staff Writer DURHAM –– An elementary schoolmate of Darrell Millar’s remem- bers the drummer beating the tune ‘Wipe Out’ on his Grade 4 desk. Even 30 years ago, it was obvious to those attending E.A. Lovell Public School in Oshawa Millar would one day become a professional musician. And in the words of the busy 40- year-old co-founder of the Killer Dwarfs, glancing back at how he start- ed his music career in Oshawa is, “Just a blast.” “My mom used to work at This Week (sister paper of the News Adver- tiser) and I used to deliver the paper,” recalled Millar, who is currently work- ing with four bands. A resurgence of interest in the Killer Dwarfs, named for the diminutive stature of the quar- tet’s members, has seen the release of a new Dwarfs studio album. In particu- lar, he says the band looks forward to New Year’s Eve when it celebrates its 21st anniversary. It is his family, though, that gets most of the credit for putting him on the track to heavy metal stardom. “I grew up around musicians,” says Mil- lar. “My parents took old 8mm movies and I was always drumming on some- thing. Dad plays jazz piano and I helped put a CD out on him, Bill Mil- lar. He used to have a gig at the Jube (Jubilee Pavilion).” Millar is also related to rock ‘n’roll royalty. His Aunt Marg was married to the man who ran the Jubilee, Owen Mcrohen. Their sons, Jerry and Den- nis, had a band in high school called Jack London and the Sparrow. When London left the band and a guy by the name of John Kay joined, the band be- came the one-and-only Steppenwolf. It was the night he saw his cousins play Massey Hall that clinched the ca- reer decision for Millar. “I just knew I had to play there,” he says. And sure enough, he did with Laidlaw, the US band he’s a member of when it opened for Motley Crue at the legendary Toronto venue a couple of years ago. Fast forward to the present and Killer Dwarfs Russ Graham (vocals), Mike Hall (guitar) and bassist Ronald Mayer have joined Millar in actively touring to promote the band’s live album, ‘Reunion of Scribes’. Fans can hear the licks from ‘Stand Tall’, ‘Big Deal’and ‘Dirty Weapons’the way the Dwarfs performed them when they opened for the likes of Saxon, Iron Maiden, Accept, Joan Jett and Skid Row. “‘Stand Tall’, that’s our big one, should be re-released very soon,” says Millar. “We did Much More Music’s Power Hour for our new single video.” Millar says he and the other mem- bers are enjoying the reunion. “There’s no pressure,” he says. “We’ve matured. Everybody grows up a bit. Some of the guys in the band have kids ... It’s been a lot of fun coming together.” It will be 21 years this New Year’s Eve in Milton, Ont. at the Hardball Café when the Dwarfs celebrate their milestone anniversary. Hall still lives in Oshawa while Millar has moved to Toronto after having lived in Los An- geles and Winnipeg. But he says he finds it’s a small world. “We were recording a Laidlaw album in Hollywood and out of the six people working on the record, three were Canadian,” he laughs. Memories of Oshawa are right up there with the ones he’s made on stages throughout North America and Europe. “When I was 15 years old there was this guy called Ted Large,” he says. “He was a promoter who used to put on concerts down at the lake outside and across from the Jube, in a field. It would have been about 1978 and I used to be so excited to play that every year.” ‘Sphinx’ was the name of Millar’s first band and very much part of one of the highlights of his career. “It was at my high school when the O’Neill student council finally let us - Sphinx - play,” he recalls. “That gym, to me, was like playing the Gardens. All those shows in Oshawa are where I cut my teeth.” To find out more about the Killer Dwarfs reunion and tour dates and the availability of Stand Tall, visit www.killerdwarfs.com. For more about the other bands and musicians Millar is associated with, visit www.darrellmillar.com. 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The band, which has its roots in Durham, celebrates its 21st anniversary New Year’s Eve. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 11, 2002 PAGE B7 A/P The angelic voices of children from across Durham Region rang out in celebration of the season in Pickering Town Centre’s 8th Annual Choirs Festival. The much-anticipated event wrapped up Saturday, December 7th with the Choirs Festival Grand Finale in Pickering Town Centre’s Food Court area. Pickering Christian Senior Choir from Ajax earned a f irst place finish and received a trophy for its school. St. Bernard School from Whitby placed second, while Scugog Christian School from Prince Albert placed third. With participation from over forty choirs, the event is billed as the largest choirs festival in Canada. The festival kicked off Tuesday, December 3rd and showcased the talents of more than 2,500 grade school students to an appreciative audience of several thousand shoppers, parents, grandparents and friends. Pa r ticipating schools included: From Pickering: Altona Forest Public School, Bayview Heights Public School, Frenchman’s Bay Public School, Gandatsetiagon Public School, Valley Fa rm Public School, William Dunbar Public School, Holy Redeemer Catholic School, St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Catholic School, St. Monica Catholic School, St. Wilfrid Catholic School From Ajax: Applecroft Public School, Lincoln Alexander Public School, Pickering Christian School, Southwood Park Public School, St. Bernadette Catholic School, St. Patrick Catholic School From Whitby: Dr. Robert Thornton Public School, Glen Dhu Public School, Leslie McFarlane Public School, Sir Samuel Steele Public School, All Saints Montessori/ Whitby Montessori, St. Bernard Catholic School, St. Luke the Evangelist Catholic School, St. Theresa Catholic School From Oshawa: Harmony Heights Public School, Stephen G. Saywell Public School, Father Joseph Venini Catholic School, St. John Bosco Catholic School, St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School From Port Perry: Good Sheppard Catholic School, Immaculate Conception Catholic School From Uxbridge: Uxbridge Public School From Prince Albert: Scugog Christian School The ten finalists were All Saints Montessori, St. Luke the Evangelist, St. Monica, Scugog Christian School, St. Bernard, Frenchman’s Bay, Bayview Heights, St. Bernadette, Pickering Christian, and Sir Samuel Steele. Tw o guest choirs, Praising Hands and Mason Road School also performed during the Grand Finale event. A live CD was recorded at the Grand Finale and is available from participating schools as a fundraiser. “Every choir that performed is a winner,” says Lorna Murphy, Marketing Director of Pickering Town Centre. With continued support of its local community the centre has funded the festival for the past seven years. 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Also part time stylist positions for Ajax. Call Cheryl (905) 723-7323. TEAM Leadership Opportunity We are: a North American marketing organization, look- ing for people who are willing to work their way to the top. We have: excellent training, competitive products that most consumers need, and a unique sales process that you won't find anywhere else. Candidates should: want to earn excellent money, be willing to work hard, be ma- ture and have the desire to be a winner. For more info, call: Ray or Tammy at 905-436- 8499 Skilled & Technical Help515 SECURITY SYSTEMS Techni- cian required for Ajax firm. Must have CCTV experience. Fax resume to 905-686-6887 Office Help525 BOOKKEEPER-Durham Re- gion's fastest growing condo- minium specialist is seeking a dynamic individual for the position of BOOKKEEPER. Ex- perience required. Please send resume & salary expect ions, in confidence to: Newton - Trelawney Management Services, 95 Bayly Street, West, Suite 03, Ajax Ontario, L1S 7K8, or fax to 905-619- 2705. BROKER/CSR,Durham's lar- gest insurance brokerage, re- quires dynamic person to join our team, as a personnel lines CSR. Must R.I.B.O. licensed, Fax resume to 905-427-4615 Attention Laura. PROPERTY MANAGEMENT requires full-time office help. Scarborough location. 5yrs management experience, Yardi computer experience. Fax resume to: 416-297-9499. Sales Help & Agents530 OUTSIDE SALES REP full time, for progressive metal distributor. Eastern GTA/Dur- ham Region. Sales experi- ence required. Renumeration package based on qualifica- tions. Please reply to File # 867, c/o Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481, 865 Farewell St. Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 Hospital/Medical/ Dental535 DENTAL RECEPTIONIST needed for busy family prac- tice. 3 evenings a week and every Saturday. Drop resume to 555 Simcoe St. S. Oshawa HYGENTIST NEEDED for busy Pickering office. Evenings and Saturdays Permanent part time. May lead to other hours. Fax resume attention Chris- tine (905) 839-8435. RECEPTIONIST REQUIRED full time for dental office in Ajax. Please fax resume to (905) 619-0564. Hotel/Restaurant540 PREP HELPER for cafeteria, Monday to Friday, full-time, #401 and Whites Road area, 3 years experience min. Fax re- sume 416-651-0602 Teaching Opportunities545 ATTENTION 3 Educational Consultants needed to visit with parents of preschoolers on a booked confirmed ap- pointment basis. Dependable car and flexibility a must. Background in Education or Psychology given preferenc- es. Three placements pay $l050/wk. Call (905)436–0200 or fax (905)436-0234 Houses For Sale100 PORT HOPE - 3 bedroom, one year, custom brick bungalow in desirable Highland Estates, front porch, open concept, hardwood flooring, oak kitch- en, 2 bathrooms, quick clos- ing. 4 Chalmers Court, $163,500. 905-885-0057. No agents please. DESIRABLE SOUTH AJAX,- Lovely 3+1 bedroom, de- tached, fireplace in family- room, air con., garage, hard- wood under broadloom, near Lake, schools, parks, Go, 105 Bryant Rd. $239,900. Call 905-706-4801. AJAX almost 1900-sq.ft. extra wide driveway, huge 2-tier deck, 4 bedrooms, in-law basement apt. Cermaic/hard- wood floors, near schools/GO/ 401, appliances included $255,000. 905-686–1766 Apt./Condos For Sale110 CONDO - THORNTON PLACE Private Sale (second floor facing south) Thornton Rd. & Rossland Rd. Osh. Conveni- ent to shopping & bus stop. 2 bedroom + 1 den, 2 wash- rooms, master bdrm has walk-in closet, large eat in kitchen, dining room area, living room area with walkout to balcony, underground parking space. Asking $160,000. 905-424-0647. WHITBY, SAILWINDS luxuri- ous, 2 bedroom, solarium, balcony, 5 appliances, pool, 1,050 sq.ft., $205,000, imme- diately. Bo Gustafson, Sutton Group. (416) 783–5000 Out-of-Town Properties120 MONTAGUE,PEI summer retreat or year round 2 storey home, 2 baths, large country kitchen, many reno- vations, 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 run- ning through wooded area. 10 min. to Panmule Island Beach, 15 min. form (2) 18 hole ren- owned golf courses at Burdenell. $49,000 each. Phone (902) 838- 4532 week-days after 6 p.m., anytime on weekends. snc Indust./ Comm. Space145 UNIT FOR RENT,Finley Ave. Ajax. Approx. 1200 sq ft unit comes with drive-in door. Rent $850 plus utilities. Call 905-683–6601 Office & Business space150 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, Veltri Complex, Bowmanville. 68 King Street East. Office/Re- tail Rental Space. Parking & Wheelchair Accessible. Space ranging from 515-sq.ft to 2495-sq.ft. For more infor- mation call: 905-623-4172 Business Opportunities160 NEVER LOOSE MONEY - Again in MLM! Instead, try EMM! Its new it's hot it pays up to 10k weekly, No selling. Get Free Info. 888-520-0924. Apts. & Flats For Rent170 1 X-L BEDROOM, Taunton/ Thickson, built-in dishwasher, private entrance, gas, hydro, water included. $790/month, avail. Jan. 1. No pets, no smoking. 905-432-7997 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS in west Oshawa, $885 & $985 plus utilities ( $985 & $1085 inclusive). Available imme- diately. References/first/last. Andy 905-668–7203 AAA 2 AVAIL. -TWO BED- ROOM townhouse-style apt, basement, $875+heat/hydro, ALSO large 2 bedroom, 6- plex, balcony, $875 inclusive, near O.C. Both no pets/first/ last. Immediate/Jan. 1st/. Emilio (905)424-2134. AAAA1- WHITBY - smaller one bedroom smaller semi detached, walking distance to all amenities, on main bus ro- ute, large lot. Includes fridge and stove, $595 per mo. in- cludes gas and water. avail le. immediately. Call Gary Bolen (95) 436–0990 AJAX HARWOOD/401, 2 bed- room, 6 appliances, gas fire- place, 2 parking spaces, Ja- cuzzi tub, french doors to back deck. $1250 inclusive, flexible lease length. Call 905-683-5687 AJAX spacious main floor semi, shared laundry, park- ing, non smoking, no pets, suit- able for mature female or couple, $1095/mo. inclusive, first & last, call Don 905-831–1527. AJAX, 1-BEDROOM base- ment apt., 401/Harwood area, separate entrance, 1-parking, no smoking/pets, $695 incl., Dec. 15 (negotiable). First/ last. (905)683–9822 AJAX, BACHELOR basement apartment, immediately, suit mature single professional person, furnished, private bathroom, near all amenities, no pets/smoking. $525. negotiable. Westney South. 905-428-6385. AJAX,large 1-bdrm base- ment apt, 1,400 sq ft., sepa- rate entrance, no smoking/ pets. $790 inclusive. Aavail Dec. 15th or Jan. lst. Call Dan (416)564–0169 ALEXANDER PARK, 1 bed- room available immediately, & 2 bedroom Feb. 1st, newer apts. "Old charm building." Totally ren- ovated, new kitchens, baths, hardwood floors. In-house laun- dry, intercom. Park view. Near Hospital. 905) 579-9439. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY,1 bedroom basement apt. in good location, call 905-428-8918 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, in Whitby Apt. building, spa- cious, carpeted, newly paint- ed, with balcony, close to bus, shopping, all utilities included, first/last required, no pets, 1- bedroom $800 2-bedroom, $900. 3-bedroom $1,000 Call (905)767-2565. CUSTOMER SERVICE/ Order Takers Required $17.50 per hr. avg. Plus bonuses & trips Full training provided Temporary seasonal help also needed Call Dave for an interview 905-435-0280 Come join Durham's Highest paid telemarketers. $9-$17/hour Appointments only, no selling (905)434–6149 CLASSIFIED CUSTOMER SERVICE News Advertiser requests that advertisers check their ad upon publication as News Advertiser will not be responsible for more than one incorrect insertion and there shall be no liability for non- insertion of any advertise- ment. Liability for errors in ads is limited to the amount paid for the space occupying the error. All copy is subject to the approval of management of News Advertiser. AZ DRIVERS Mon - Fri Ontario Heavy Haul $1300 app. per wk + Co. paid benefits 1-800-263-3719 Adult Route Operators for home delivery of The Toronto Star in Whitby, Ajax, or Pickering. Earn up to $1100 per month part-time. Call 1-800- 804-9663 noon -8 pm. A/P PAGE B8 NEWS ADVERTISER WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 11, 2002 www.durhamregion.com CLASSIFIEDS E-Mail Address: classifieds@durhamregion.com Call: Toronto Line: (416) 798-7259 Now when you advertise, your word ad also appears on the internet at http://www.durhamregion.com FIND IT FAST IN THE AJAX-PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER To Place Your Ad In Pickering Or Ajax Call: 905-683-0707 Ajax News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon.-Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed Saturday Ajax News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon.-Fri 8:00-5 p.m. Closed Saturday Toronto Line: (416) 798-7259 24-Hour Fax: (905) 579-4218 Classified Online: Now when you advertise, your word ad also appears on the internet at http://www.durhamregion.com Email: classifieds@durhamregion.com Our phone lines are open Mon. to Fri. until 8 p.m. Sat. 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. NEXT CLASS JANUARY 2003 Acrylic * Gel * Fiberglass • Small classroom • Hands on training • Spa manicure • Spa Pedicure Certification by CREATIVE NAILS Limited space 905 576-3558 CAREER SCHOOL OF HAIR AND NAILS 500 Career Training 500 Career Training • Legal Administrative Assistant • Law Clerk • Medical Office Assistant • Esthetics and Salon Operations • Personal Support Worker (PSW) LEGAL ADMINISTRATION HEALTH CARE • Network Administrator (MCSA) 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers Would you like an exciting career as a POLICE OFFICER Take the Police Foundations Training course with the only specialized College in Ontario exclusively dedicated to Police studies. Get the most effective and shortest possible training with the best instructors. 1-866-5-POLICE Celebrating our 20th successful year. Website: www.policefoundations-cbc.com Proud members of the Ont. Association of Chiefs of Police 95 Bayly St. W., Unit #1, Ajax, Ontario Police Foundations Department Of Diamond Institute Of Business NOW IN AJAX Corrections, Customs, Court Officers www.city.oshawa.on.ca Parks Community Programs Co-ordinator Salary Range: $21.23 to $24.03 per hour (36 1/4 hour work week) (shift work) We are seeking a dynamic specialist within our Parks Services Branch to be responsible for co-ordinating and implementing various projects, grants, and special events related to beautification and environmental initiatives of the Branch. You will develop an annual plan by identifying needs, specifying objectives, determining resources; design promotional, marketing and advertising materials. Solicit, train, guide and work with volunteers to successfully deliver approved programs. Research and develop community fundraising and sponsorship opportunities; complete statistics and budget submissions; prepare reports and correspondence and assess and evaluate program effectiveness. You will be a graduate of a two-year Community College program with major course work in Marketing/Public Relations or related field and have two years of experience working with community programs and volunteers. You will possess excellent interpersonal, communication and public speaking abilities. Quote Ad #33/02. We invite you to forward your resume, quoting the appropriate AD #33/02 by Friday, January 3, 2003 to: Employment Co-ordinator, 50 Centre St. S., Oshawa, ON L1H 3Z7. Fax: 905-436- 5698. E-mail: Employment@city.oshawa.on.ca (Word documents only.) We thank all applicants, but only those to be interviewed, will be contacted. Oshawa is a progressive city of 146,000 people and is the economic engine of the eastern Greater Toronto Area. Our strategic pursuit of sustainable growth, excellent community service delivery and co-operative partnerships have enhanced our quality of life advantage, while maintaining a strong commitment to fiscal restraint. 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers At Volkswagen we are different, original, honest, friendly and approachable. We build cars that offer a unique combination of German engineering, safety, driving enjoyment and value. There is a segment of the North American public that admires our character. We are different and proud of it. The following 12 month contract opportunity is currently available in Ajax for a fully bilingual (French/English) individual. Dealer Support Specialist In this role, you will be responsible for providing technical and/or parts availability support to both VW and Audi dealers. This will entail assisting retail and wholesale parts personnel in resolving technical parts problems, responding to dealer inquiries regarding orders and shipments, and both analyzing and processing dealer order requests. In addition, you will assist Customer Relations with concerns due to parts availability, and both learn and maintain published reference material. The successful candidate must be fluently bilingual (oral and written), and be committed to fulfilling the demands of our customers. You have working knowledge of VW and Audi products coupled with basic vehicle mechanical knowledge, and both experience and knowledge of the automotive parts industry. A decision-maker with sound judgement, you have self motivation, the ability to work under pressure, and strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Good interpersonal and Microsoft Office skills are essential. Call Centre experience would be beneficial, and 3-5 years’ background in automotive or a related industry. Compensation includes an attractive salary and benefits package. Qualified individuals are invited to forward résumés to: Human Resources, VVolkswagen CCanada IInc., FFax: 9905-428-5837. No agencies or phone calls, please. An Equal Opportunity Employer. For More Information Please call 905-665-6752 or email: albionhills@on.aibn.com We Provide: • Late Model Equipment • Satellite Dispatch • Excellent Maintenance Program • 24 Hour Dispatch • Competitive Pay Package • Benefit Package • Weekly Pay-Direct Deposit • No NYC • No Slip Seating • Home Every Weekend We Require: • Valid AZ License • Clean Driving Abstract • Professional Attitude We are a Whitby, Ontario Based Carrier specializing in expedited service to and from the U.S. Albion Hills Industries Ltd. AZ HIGHWAY DRIVERS 509 Drivers 509 Drivers AZ/DZ DRIVERS & HELPERS Full Time Positions available at Scarb. Based Moving Company for High Value Products. Experience & clean abstract a must. Great Wages and Benefits Package. www.northerncanadian.com NCL Moving Systems 1- 888-271-9997 510 General Help 510 General Help CAREER COUNSELLOR NEEDED Durham Region Unemployed Help Centre is currently seeking a dynamic self-starter to provide one-on-one counselling for a one year contract. QUALIFICATIONS: Must have university degree. Preference will be given to applicants with prior employment counselling experience. Successful candidates will have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and be computer literate in a Microsoft environment. Affirmative hiring employer. Mail or fax resume to Ana by Dec. 18, 2002 Durham Region Unemployed Help Centre 15 Colborne St. East, Oshawa, ON L1G 1M1 Fax (905)579–1857 We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. CONFIDENTIAL TO BOX REPLIES If there are firms or individuals to whom you do not wish your reply sent, simply place your application in an envelope addressed to the box number in the advertisement and attach a list of such names. Place your application and list in an envelope and address to: Box Replies. If the advertiser is one of the names on your list your application will be destroyed. PLEASE NOTE, resumes that are faxed directly to Oshawa This Week, will not be forwarded to the file number. Originals must be sent directly as indicated by the instructions in the ad. LOOKING FOR WORK? • Are you out of work? • Has your Employment Insurance run out or are you ineligible for these benefits? • Are you over 24 years of age? • Have you sent out countless resumes with no response? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, we would like to help. Our clients have an 80% success rate of finding and maintaining employment and our services are free! Please call Roberta (905)420-4010 for further information. DURHAM REGION NON-PROFIT HOUSING CORPORATION Requires a PROPERTY MANAGER Reporting to the Manager, Housing Operations, this position is responsible for the supervision, administration and operation of a specifically - assigned portfolio of the Corporation's housing stock; supervision of site staff; budgeting; maintenance of physical asset through regular inspections; supervising capital projects work; at- tending Tribunal hearings; and sharing on-call responsibilities. Candidates should have a property management designation (CPM, IHM, BOMA) combined with a minimum of two years ex- perience in social housing administration or property manage- ment, preferably in a non-profit housing environment; thorough knowledge of government housing programs; ability to interpret related legislation and codes; excellent communication skills, su- pervisory, administrative and financial skills. Vehicle required. Apply in confidence to: EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT DURHAM REGION NON-PROFIT HOUSING CORP., 28A Albert St., Oshawa, Ontario. LlH 8S5 Fax (905) 436-5361 E-mail: drnphc@idirect.com Closing Date: MONDAY, DECEMBER 16TH, 2002. 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help NEW TO CANADA? LOOKING FOR WORK? Join our 3 day Job Search Workshop Within 3 short days you will: Have a resume that works Understand the labour market Know how to look for the best jobs Be able to ace an interview To register for our FREE workshops Call Zena at The Unemployed Help Centre (905)420-4010 1400 Bayly, Unit 12 (near the GO Station) Funded by Citizenship and Immigration Canada 510 General Help 510 General Help 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 WANTED Busy semi-trailer shop in Whitby has immediate openings for 2 LICENSED 310J MECHANICS Candidates must be experi- enced in all facets of semi trailer repair, both structural and mechanical. We offer ex- cellent rates, benefits and working conditions Please contact Robert at (905) 430-1262 x 2 or fax resume to (905) 430-0914 Only qualified candidates need apply. 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help Kent Legal LITIGATION LEGAL ASSISTANT - EAST END •MVA/Personal Injury •Accident Benefits •Self-starter, exp. interviewing clients & adjusters •3-5 yrs. previous downtown exp. preferred •January start •PC Law, PowerPoint a plus Contact Sonia Schouten-Pace, sonia@kentpersonnel.com 416-363-7227 525 Office Help 525 Office Help Small Packaging firm in the Durham Region is looking for an OFFICE CLERK Duties include: *issuing purchase orders *order entry *receiving entries *production requests *answering the phones This individual must have computer exp. including a thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office. Must be able to function in a changing environment. Fax: 905-619-1478 Email: pet0414@attglobal.net 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 Email:morebusinesswanted@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 SELL IT NOW CALL AJAX 905-683-0707 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent BACHELOR BASEMENT apartment, available Dec 15th. $415 inclusive, first/last. Parking, separate entrnace. Suits quiet single. No pets. 905-579–0197. BACHELOR BRIGHT basement, separate entrance, large windows, 3pc bath, laundry access. Near am- enities, utilities included. Available immediately. Rossland/Wilson. $650/month. (905)725–7039. BROCK RD./ROSSLAND bright 1 bedroom apt. Quiet non-smoker, no pets. Avail. Jan 1. $750 all inclusive. Call John 905-686-6283 after 5pm CENTRAL OSHAWA 2-bdrm Avail. Feb. 1st $825. Well- maintained building, near all amenities. 905-723-0977 9am-5pm CONDOS AVAILABLE:Dec 4/ 02; January 1/03, 3-bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, private laundry, college/university area. $945/ month. Please Contact robynne.smith@durhamc.on.ca COZY & CLEAN 1-bedroom apartment close to TTC, 401, U of T & other amenities. Large bedroom, open concept & lots of storage! $800.00 in- clusive! Call Karen Carson 905-831-2273 EXCLUSIVE WHITBY - one bedroom spacious apartment, private laundry and cable in- cluded. Walkout to patio. $900, immediate possession. (905) 665-1063 EXECUTIVE APARTMENT overlooking Deer Creek golf course, Ajax. Fully furnished, 1-bedroom, laundry, air, se- curity, indoor parking, digital cable. No pets, non-smoking. $1500+utilities. 905-426-9119 www.electricityforum.com/ rental.htm HIGH PARK,1 bedroom loft apt. BRAND NEW! A/C, deck, parking, 14' ceilings and more. Must see. $1,275.+. Call 416-464-2748 or 416-419- 9033. snp LIVERPOOL/BAYLY,large 2 bedroom lower level, separate entrance, f/p, walk to Go, beautiful, $850. inclusive. Available Jan. 1st. 416-524- 0856. NEWCASTLE,large 1-bdrm newly renovated basement, separate entrance, laundry, parking. Suitable for profes- sionals. No pets/smoking, avail. Jan. 1st. $750 inclusive. First/last. 905-987–5496 or 416-676-9077 AJAX, DELUXE WESTNEY/401 GO. One bedroom walkout, spacious bright, new wood floors, private patio. $795+. Avail Immediately. 416-371- 5924 OSHAWA - Clean responsible person, non-smoker/no pets. Brand new spacious one-bed- room basement apt. available Jan. 1st. Laundry, parking. $775/first/last. 905-576–8786 OSHAWA available imme- diately unique 1 bedroom main level in century home on bus route, parking, laundry. Non-smoker, $600 +hydro. 905-786-2413 OSHAWA KING/WILSON Quiet building near shopping, trans- portation. Utilities and parking included. 1bedroom Jan. 1st, $789; 2 bedrom Feb. 1st, $889; 3 bedroom Jan. 1st, $975. Telephone (905)571- 4912 until 6:30p.m. AJAX IMMACULATE 2-Bed- room basement apartment. 4- appliances, 2-car parking, close to schools, shopping, GO. $900+1/2 utilities. Avail- able immediately. Mike weekdays 905-427-4077ext. 24, Evenings/Weekends 416- 258-7742. PICKERING - ONE BEDROOM new basement apartment, very bright, non smoker, no pets. $800 per mo. Available immediately. (905) 509-6363 PICKERING - two bedroom upper level of house, parking, deck, laundry, hardwood flooring, $l,000 plus utilities. Two bedroom lower level, 5 large windows, laundry, park- ing, hardwood flooring $850 plus utilities, mid Dec./Jan. (905) 839–2885 PICKERING, WHITES/401 renovated 3-bedroom main floor. Eat-in kitchen, gas fire- place, air/vac, 4-appliances, 2-car parking, close to GO, schools, shopping. No smok- ing/pets, first/last. $1250/ month + 1/2 utilities. 905-837- 0227. PICKERING BASEMENT apartment, 2-bedroom. Sunny & bright, clean, separate en- trance, separate washer/dry- er, C/air, parking. Available immediately. All utilities in- cluded, $950/month. 416-414- 4147. PICKERING,1865 Glenanna Rd., 3 bedroom apts., close to shopping, schools, daycare, GO. 4 appliances, heating, air, carpeted, large suites, From $1080. Avail. immediatley. 905-831-1250 PICKERING, 2-BEDROOM $1100+ utilities. ALSO bachelor $550+ utilities. Both available immediately. Altona/ Shepherd. No smoking. Call Wayne or Drew (416)686– 7619. PICKERING,Liverpool Rd., newly renovated beautiful ground level 1-bdrm apt. $750 inclusive. Available Jan. 1st. First, last. No pets/smoking. 905-839–9488 PICKERING, MAJOR OAKS/ Brock Rd., room for rent, use of facilities. Working female preferred. No smoking/pets. First/last, references. Avail- able immediately. (905)426– 7818. PICKERING, NEW LARGE, bright beautiful 1-bedroom walkout basement apartment, private entrance, no smokers, no pets. First/last. Available Jan. 1st. References, utilities included. Call (905) 839–2774 REGENCY PLACE - 15 Regen- cy Cres., Whitby. 50 + Adult Lifestyle Apt. Complex. Clean quiet building. Close to down- town. Quiet setting across from park. All utilities includ- ed. Call 905-430-7397. RUSSETT AVE.,N. Simcoe 1-bdrm. good location, well maintained 12-plex. Close to shopping, bus. $725. utilities and cable included, laundry facilities. Newly decorated. No dogs. 905-576–2982. SELF CONTAINED 2-brdm basement, separate entrance, parking, laundry. Westshore area. Avail. immediately. $800 inclusive. First & last. No smoking/pets. Call 905- 831–8174 SIMCOE ST. N.,Oshawa, lux- ury 2 bedroom, air, 5 ap- pliances, $1,360. per mo. Available from Dec. lst. Call (905) 571–3760 ONE & TWO BEDROOM APTS. available immediately. Conveniently located in Ux- bridge in adult occupied build- ing. Appt. to view call 905- 852-2534 UNUSUAL 2-STOREY 2-bed- room apartment, century home over daytime business establishment. Near down- town Oshawa, large private deck, dishwasher, cable, parking. $1200/inclusive. Leave message (905)434- 7012. AJAX WESTNEY/401 New 1- bedroom+ den large kitchen private entrance walkout to backyard no pets/smoking laundry, cable, garage, park- ing available immediately. $775 inclusive 905-428–3788 WHITBY - 2 BEDROOM.$840 Jan. lst. all inclusive except. cable. Office hours 9-5pm Monday-Friday & 6pm-8pm Monday - Thursday (905)665– 7543. 534 MARY ST., WHITBY - clean quiet low-rise building, park-like setting, balconies, on-site laundry, close to downtown, bus at front door, 905-666-2450. WHITBY - Great neighborhood clean 1 bedroom basement apartment 2 car parking sep- arate entrance A/C $725.00 1st and last. Call 905-665-5689 WHITBY PLACE, 900 DUN- DAS ST. E., park like setting, close to downtown, low rise bldg, laundry facilities, balco- ny, parking. 905-430–5420 PICKERING - WHITE'S RD South, 1-BDRM walk-out basement, full kitchen, 4pc- bath, separate laundry, private patio, parking, no pets, non- smoking, female preferred. $875 incl. 905-839–0067 Condominiums For Rent180 COLLINGWOOD, Cranberry, 3 bedroom, 3 baths, fireplace, fully equipped, ski season $6500. 905-294-6776. PICKERING - Brock/401, im- maculate 1 bedroom plus den .All appliances, insuite laun- dry, utilities included, avail- able immediately, $1250/mo. 905-683-5000 Catherine Kaus. 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 A ABSOLUTELY ASTOUND- ING 6 months free, then own a house from $600/month o.a.c. Up to $5,000 cash back to you! Require $30,000+family income and good credit. Short of down payment? Call Bill Roka, Sales Rep. today! Re/ Max Spirit (905) 728-1600, 1- 888-732-1600. 2 BEDROOM BUNGALOW, 1 bath, livingroom/diningroom/ kitchen, 4 appliances, $900/ month + utilities. No pets/No smoking. Whitby. Available now. Plenty parking. 905-668– 8705 eve; days 905-666-4994. 3 BDRM HOUSE,(no basement) Ajax, 401/Pickering beach area. Available January 1st, credit check, first/last. No pets. $1100 inclusive. Call Josh 905-427- 1328 or Sikki 905-660-0279. 3-BDRM BUNGALOW w/ga- rage, private large yard, 805 Dundas St. W., Whitby. Newly renovated, hardwood floors. $1300 monthly. Avail. imme- diately. 905-242-3331 AN UNBEATABLE DEAL!From $500. down, own your own home. Carries for less than rent. OAC. 24 hrs free record- ed message 905-728-1069 ext 277. Coldwell Banker RMR Real Estate. Aurelia Rasanu. LARGE BUNGALOW,2-bed- room, 2 full bathrooms, kitch- en, living/dining room plus finished basement, available January 1/03. $1000/month plus utilities. (416)369-1355 or (905)623–0319. NORTH WHITBY 3-bedroom bungalow, parking, large lot, quiet residential court, refer- ences/credit check, asking $1475+utilities. Avail. Jan 1. No smoking/pets. 905-655- 0081; 905-666-0246 SIMCOE/ROSSLAND 2bdrm + in-law apt. 49ftx188ft lot. No pets. Avail immediately. All appliances, parking incl. First/last, references, credit check. 905-430–7063 TWO BEDROOM main floor of house. Ritson N. Oshawa. Living/dining/kitchen, parking and laundry facilities. $850/in- cludes utilities. Available im- mediately. 905-571–0539 VARIOUS HOUSES in Osha- wa for rent. Newly renovated. $1000 - $1300 monthly. Call (416) 989–5899 NORTH WHITBY,3-bdrm. Shows beautifully, c/a, 5 ap- pliances, 2-car parking, $1,320 includes water. Abso- lutely No dogs. Avail. January 1st. Call Cindy 905-725–2246 leave msg. WHITBY - 3 bedroom home, finished basment, air, fenced backyard, $1,600 plus utilti- ties. (very low utiltities.) Brock St./Taunton. John Park 1-86- My Whitby (1-866-994-4829) WHITBY, 3-BDRM upper floor of detached bungalow, 5 ap- pliances, C/A. Immaculate, large lot, large detached ga- rage. Dunlop/Henry. No pets/ smoking. References, $1350+ , immediately. ALSO luxury 1- bedroom basement, 5 ap- pliances, whirlpool, brand new. Immediately $850+. Call Bo Gustafson, Sutton Group (416)783–5000 Townhouses For Rent190 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE, Whitby, 5 minutes to 401, walking distance to GO, out- door pool, avail. Jan. 1, $995/ month. Please call 905-428- 3807 CARRIAGE HILL - 122 COL- BORNE ST. E., OSHAWA - 2 & 3 bedrooms available. Close to school and downtown shopping. (905) 434-3972. TAUNTON TERRACE - 100 TAUNTON RD. E., OSHAWA 3 bedrooms w/without garage. 3 appliances, hardwood floor- ing Outdoor pool, sauna Children's playground Close to all amenities Fenced back- yards. (905) 436-3346 Rooms For Rent & Wanted192 AJAX ROOM FOR RENT- Use of facilities. Working female preferred. $400 monthly first/ last required. Call 905-619– 0999. 1 MASTER BEDROOM fur- nished/unfurnished, south Ajax, w/2pc. washroom at- tached. Cooking facilities, ca- ble. Suit mature reliable per- son. Available anytime, $380/ month. 905-428-1363 AJAX, FURNISHED ROOM, close to bus stop & shopping centre. No pets/smoking. $400/month. First & last. 905- 619–0701 AJAX,shared accommoda- tion. $550 inclusive. Large room w/balcony in new home by-the-lake. Laundry, cable, internet. Available imme- diately. Call (905)426–7613. NORTH WHITBY,new town- house, 2 rooms avail. Own bathroom, parking. Easy go- ing owner looking for great tenants. $500 each, first/last. 905-666–6744 ONE LARGE bedroom for rent, furnished or unfurnished, use of all amenities. Ajax-Picker- ing Village. $460/month. Parking. Call for info. 905- 683–4727 Shared Accommodation194 COUNTRY SETTING - North- east Oshawa, clean extra large bedroom, shared kitch- en and basemen apt. for non- smoker/drinker. Available im- mediately. Reasonable. Joan (416) 716–2778 days only. THICKSON/401 FURNISHED room available-quiet, clean, cable, parking; share bath- room, kitchen, living room + finished basement. $400/ month. First/last required. Avail. Dec./Jan. 905-720-1316 WORKING FEMALE PRE- FERRED to share accommo- dations with same in new home in Newcastle. $475 per month. Call after 6 p.m. (905) 987-2084. Vacation Properties200 WINTER ESCAPE,Victoria B.C. Fully furnished, 2 bed- room home, with wood burn- ing fireplace. Located in Fair- field, next to Gonzales Beach & beautiful Dallas Rd. 5 mins. to Inner Harbour. Walk to shops. Weekly/monthly rentals. 1-250-595-4084. snp 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), Horse/dog Tracks, Blue Jay/Yankee Baseball. Children welcome. Photos. $375/week, Christmas Open. (905)683–5503. Campers, Trailers,Sites215 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 1-866-241-2224 or 905- 344-7838. Snowmobiles233 1973 SKI-DOO Olympic, 340 twin, runs good. 1971 Ski-Doo Olympic, 335 single, run regularly until last year. $500 for both. 905-986-4094. 1982 YAMAHA Bravo 250 at $700., 1983 Yamaha Enticer 340 at $750, double trailer $400. As package $1600. Ran last year. 905-430–8803.1 1995 POLARIS INDY,440 liq- uid, $3,000 or best offer. Clean. Paul (905) 666–4196 1999 YAMAHA SX 700, grip warmers, studded track, cov- er, 3,200 kms., very clean, $4,998 plus taxes. Vander- meer Toyota, ask for Hank. 905-372-5437. Bargain Centre309 7' AIRHOCKEY TABLE $125; 8.25" Delta table saw $75; 2- new folding roll-away cots $100/each. 905-427-7222 CRIB,white, $100; 9 drawer white dresser w/mirror $150. Both excellent condition, best offers. 905-619-2402 GAS STOVE,30", bone, good condition, Ajax $225; Call Ken 905-428-0100. Articles For Sale310 LEATHER JACKETS, 1/2 price, purses from $9.99, lug- gage from $29.99, wallets from $9.99. Everything must Go! Family Leather, 5 Points Mall, Oshawa 905-728–9830 (416)439-1177 Scarborough DANBY FREEZER 5 CU. FT. SCRATCH AND DENT $199. New danby bar fridges, $139 and up. Also variety of new appliances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Reconditioned fridges $195 / up, reconditioned ranges $125/ up, reconditioned dryers $125 / up, reconditioned wash- ers $199 / up, new and recondi- tioned coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New brand name fridges $480 and up, new 30" ranges with clock and window $430. Reconditioned 24" ranges and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and reconditioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa. (905)576–7448. CARPETS - lots of carpets. I will carpet 3 rooms ( 30 sq. yd.) Commercial carpets for $319.00. Residential or Berber carpets for $389.00. Includes carpet, premium pad, expert installation. Free, no pressure estimate. Norman (905) 686- 2314. 11PC. DINING ROOM SUITE, 8 chairs, buffet, hutch & table. 3 antique sideboards, 3 tier plant grow light. 88 Olds Cut- lass Ciera, certified, fully loaded. (905)668–6695 2 ANTIQUE DINING ROOM suites: Mahogany, 8 pcs., $2000; Walnut 9pc. $3000. Both newly refinished. Call 905-721-8430 3 SETS OF DISHES,All Serv- ice of 8 w/extra pcs. "Nori- take", Lorenzo pattern; "Spode", Christmas Tree pat- tern; "Mikasa", Silk flowers pattern. Call 905-430–1791 btwn 1-6pm 52" RCA Big screen tv with manuals and 5 year warranty. Bought 6 months ago. Asking $l,600. Telephone (905) 665– 8208 A KING pillowtop mattress set with frame. New in plastic, cost $1599. Sacrifice $650. 647-271-4534. A-1 CARPETS! CARPETS! CARPETS! 3 rooms (30 yds.) commercial carpet $285 or Berber carpet from $375 in- cludes installation and FREE upgrade to 12 mm pad. Many other great choices to choose from. FREE shop at home service. Whitby to Cobourg area. SAILLIAN CARPETS, 905-373-2260. PIANO/CLOCK SALE Mention this ad to get Boxing Day Spe- cials NOW! Models of Roland digital pianos, Samick pianos. All Howard Miller clocks. Large selection of used pia- nos (Yamaha, Kawai, Heintz- mann etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental payments apply. Call TELEP PIANO (905) 433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! COMPUTER SALES AND SERVICE.Cragg Computer Solutions Prices reduced for Christmas. Internet ready computer systems. P166 complete systems $80., P233 complete systems $150., P2- 233 complete systems $180., C333 Complete system $225.,P2-400 complete sys- tems with 3 year full warranty $340. P3-600 Laptop with DVD player and 14" active co- lour screen $l,l00. Complete Systems includes 15" Moni- tor, keyboard and mouse. Up- grade to 17" monitor add $40.15" monitors $65.00, 17" Monitors $115.00 Full War- ranty coverage, lay-away plan, new systems and lap- tops available. Delivery and set up available. Computer service in your home or mine. Microsoft certified technician. System maintenance, internet setup/sharing, virus removal, hardware/software installa- tion/upgrades, networking and website design. Personalized service, reasonable rates. Stephen @ (905) 576 -1463 or sales@craggcomputers.com. www.craggcomputers.com ACOUSTIC/ELECTRIC GUI- TAR, TAKAMINE G Series. Black. Paid $800 new 1yr ago. Complete w/stand & electron- ic tuner. $450. Hardly played. Call 905-404-8242. snp AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES HANK'S APPLIANCES. Fridg- es $100/up, stoves $150/up, washers & dryers $350/pr. Washers $175/up, dryers $150/up. Stackable washer/ dryer $499/up. Portable dish- washer $175/up. Large se- lection of appliances. Visit our showroom. Parts/sales/serv- ice. 426 Simcoe St.S. Mon-Fri 8-6pm, Sat 9-5pm, Sun 11- 4pm. (905)728-4043. ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. Amazing Electronics, 601 Dundas St. W. Whitby. Call (905)665–7732. ANTIQUE GRANDFATHER clock. Duncan Fyfe, mahoga- ny. Excellent condition. $2,500. 905-852-0004 Private. AREA RUGS,3 available, tra- ditional, size 44"x26". Antique pink and green. (905)697– 9462. (snp) AUDIO SALE: AN Awesome Marantz surround receiver, the SR 7200. Over 100 watts, 16 channels, has dual zone capability that lets you enjoy your home theatre while si- multaneously allowing your family to receive what they want in the rest of your home. Was $1499.95 Sale Price $999.95. Call 1-877-304-2666. WASHER 2yrs $300; dryer 2yrs $250; queen oak bed- room 3yrs $750; stove self- clean 3yrs $350; fridge $300; single bed 3yrs $160; double bed 3yrs $200; apt. size washer $200; sofa+chair $200; dresser set $150; 6 heavy Victorian(1880s) dining chairs $600. 905-263-2657 BED, QUEEN PILLOWTOP, mattress, box, frame. Never used. still packaged cost $1025, sell $450. Call 647- 271-4534 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 BILLIARDS TABLE, 4x8,1" slate, solid mahogany, all equipment, balls, cues, racks, score board, light, new $6000, sell $2500. 905-985-4226 CARPETS, LAMINATE and VINYL SALE. 3 rooms, 32sq. yds. for $339 including prem- ier underpad and installation. Laminate $2.39sq. ft. Click System. Residential, com- mercial, customer satisfaction guaranteed. Free Estimate. Mike 905-431-4040. CARPETS SALE & HARD- WOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $329. (30 sq. yd.) Includes: carpet, pad and in- stallation. Free estimates, carpet repairs. Serving Dur- ham and surrounding area. Credit Cards Accepted. Call Sam 905-686-1772. CHERRY WOOD CRIB,4- Drawer chest, night table, change table, mattress, Clas- sic-Pooh duvet, bumper-pads, crib-skirt, sheets, valances. $1250 o.b.o. 905-263-9949 CHINA FOR SALE manufac- tured by Mikasa, pattern "Silk Flowers", service of 12, com- plete set including all serving bowls, accent plates etc., like new $950. 905-420–4381 or 416-523-4188. COMPUTER - BLOWOUT PRICE for PENTIUM II-350, High quality system, 64Mb Ram, modem, CD, kbd/spk/ mouse, 15" monitor, ONLY $275! 905-439-4789 Can de- liver +set-up ComputerDeals.Net (www) NEW AMD 1200+PRO com- puter with burner and DVD $699. Pentium 2 internet starter with monitor $399. Tons of off-lease laptops from $499. We love doing upgrades & difficult repairs. (905)655– 3661. COMPUTERS: BITS AND BYTES Computer Services. Prices Slashed till Dec. 24. P200 Tower Internet Ready Complete System $185.00; P2/350 Internet Ready Com- plete Systems Starting at $250.00; Complete System in- cludes 15" Monitor, Keyboard and Mouse Upgrade to 17" Monitor $50.00; 90 Day War- ranty, Lay-Away Plan New Systems and Laptops Avail- able. Call (905) 576-9216 or www.speedline.ca/bitsand- bytes DININGROOM 13 PCE cher- rywood. Double pedestal. 8 chairs. Buffet, hutch, server, dovetail construction. Still in boxes. Cost $11,000. Sacrifice $3000. (416)746-0995. DININGROOM SUITE,pine, trestle table w/2 leaves, 4 chairs, 2 captains chairs. Seats 10 easily, hutch w/lead- ed glass, excellent condition. Asking $1800. Excellent Christmas gift! (905)263– 2709. TRUCK TIRES- 8 1000x20 lug tires on rims, bias type, 60% good rubber $115. each; TWIN post Edbro dump hoist and pump $500; BOX TRAILER, 7 ft. x 12 ft. with electric brakes, needs plywood $300; Call Rick 905-985-3740. FREE STANDING GAS FIRE- PLACE - 3 yrs. old. Asking $1500. Call Sue 905-786– 2854. GREAT VALUE FOR YOUR Dollar$$. Children's con- signment shop Infant-Size 16 and maternity clothing, toys, gifts & baby equipment. Af- fordable Christmas Gifts & Stocking Stuffers. The Alpha- bet Soup Shoppe, 2200 Brock Rd. (N. of Finch) 905-426- 8860 HARDWORKING SPORTS Fans. Work ethic & ability to learn quickly is all you need to apply for our Entry Level positions. Advancement op- portunities. We train. F/T only. Must like sports and music. Call Natalie 905-666-9235 HO-HO-HO! OH NO!We're blitzed. 35 immed. openings in entry level Customer Service in team work setting, F/T only. Must enjoy working with the public. $350-$600 a week. Call Mrs. Claus or Valerie 905-666-0902 INGLIS DRYER, mint condition $150 obo. (905)743–9976. LADY'S engagement ring, new with appraisal certificate, 1/ 2ct/ white/yellow gold. $1800. OBO, Pressure washer new $350, Sports card collection, call for list. 905-743-6111, 905-723-2240. LENA LIU PRINT $299.99, Cocktail table, 2 end tables $899.99, dinette/kitchen set $999.99, Everything only months old. Open to offers. (905)432–2102, (905)261-0633. LOSE UP TO 15 LBS By Christmas. Call now 416-631- 3972 www.lose2bfit.com LUIGI'S FURNITURE - After 12 years in the old red barn - we've relocated to 500 King St. West, Royal Bank Plaza, across from Oshawa Centre. Palliser Leather - Wholesale prices! Simmons pocketcoil queen sets, lowest price in Durham. Always in stock, lowest price mattress $89., futons from $165. Great se- lection of recliner sofas, chairs, wing chairs, etc. All clearance priced. Now in stock. "NHL" and "Roots" bean bags plus many more. Largest selection of futons, always in stock. Santa shops "Luigi's" for the best quality at the low- est price. Luigi's Furniture, 500 King St. West, Oshawa (905) 436-0860. Merry Christ- mas and Happy New Year!!! MAYTAG PLUS fridge 3 months old, cooker & dish- washer $850 for all. 905-666– 0781 MOVIES VHS & DVD, Huge inventory blowout. Over 10,000 titles. Previously viewed. HOLLYWOOD HITS VIDEO 601 Dundas St.W., Whitby. 905-666-3515 Don't miss out! NASCAR FANS GIFT IDEAS, Pictures, Calendars, Die Casts & Collectables. Also stocking stuffers. Store open evenings/weekends, 229 Rox- borough Ave, Oshawa. Gary 905-436-7975 NOTEBOOK COMPUTER & Router. New HP Pavilion ZT1- 120, Intel 1 GHz, 14" Active colour screen, 256 SDRAM, DVD-ROM, 20GB drive, c/w MS XP & Small Office & ex- tended warranty. D-Link D1- 704P Broadband Router with print server. Never used, $2700+new..asking $1700 obo. Mike 905-404-2830. PERFECT CHRISTMAS GIFT 10 car washes $87.50. (Hand washed). Complete wax and polish (3 stage) interior engine shampoo, detail dash & rims, dress all vinyl and rubber and fabric protector $129.99. Body Works (905)743–9976. Keep up the value of your car and your allergies down. 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. PIANO,John Brinsmead, London $499; Tractor, Ford 8N $2,900; Fridge, Kenmore $150; Portable CD, radio & tape, white-Westinghouse, New $49; Queen mattress set $150; Dishwasher, 5-yr-old Viking $225; Guitar, with cuta- way, Norman, $200; Call 905- 655-4138 or 905-432-1147 PLANT, FIG TREE 6', with de- luxe wicker container. Very healthy, excellent condition. (905)697–9462 (snp) PLAYSTATION MOD CHIPS PS1 basic chip $35; Stealth chip $60; PS2 chip $95; XBOX chip now avail. Inquire about our games in stock. All work guaranteed. Beatrice/Wilson area (905)721-2365 QUEEN-SIZE BLACK lacquer bed frame, w/box frame $300. Queen-size teak bedroom set w/dresser & mirror, great shape $900 obo. 1991 Firebird GTA, black, 77,000kms, never winter driven, mint condition $9000 firm. (905)983–9184. 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. USED TIRES,all sizes avail- able starting at $20. 905-436- 7694 SNAP ON TOOL BOX, floor size w/wheels, $2,200 obo. Must sell, moving. Call after 6pm Graham 905-655–3435 or daytime call Pat 905-666- 8222 SNOWBLOWER-12 HP. 32" wide dual stage Craftsman snowblower, stored for 6 win- ters, electric start, no hours, very good condition. Retail value $2300.00 asking $960.00 Call Barry 905-430– 7461 after 6pm STORAGE TRAILERS AND storage containers, 24 ft. & 22 ft.. Call 905-430-7693. NEED A COMPUTER?Don't have cash? The original IBM PC, just $1 day....no money down! Unlimited AOL & inter- est free for 6 months! The Buck A Day Co. 1-800-772- 8617 www.buckaday.com TICKETS FOR SALE all Tor- onto Raptors, Leafs Vrs De- troit Nov. 16, Philly Nov. 23, Rangers Dec.14, and others, also will buy and sell. 905- 626–5568. WOOD CHIPPER, Bear Cat Model 554, chipper/shredder, 5" capacity, 3 pt. hitch mount, 1 1/2 yrs old $2900 obo. 905- 986-4094. Articles Wanted315 CASH PAID for plastic car models. Built or still in the box. 905-435-0747. WANTED: FURNITURE & ap- pliances, children's furniture, knick knacks & toys. Con- signments. (905)743–9976. Vendors Wanted316 EXHIBITORS WANTED for the "What Women Really Want Show." February 1 & 2nd, 2003. Hilton Suites Hotel Con- vention Centre & Spa, Mark- ham. Prime booth space still available. Call 1-888-211- 7288 ext 227 snp Firewood330 "WOOD GUYS",100% hard- wood, seasoned, bush & face, delivered. Specialty woods. Bagged firewood. (905)473- 3333. AAA-LAKERIDGE FARM FIRE- WOOD, the best quality wood, seasoned cut/split/delivered. Looking for acreage to cut. and landclearing work. 905- 427–1734 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. APPLEWOOD, Burn the best! 1year old. $240 bush cord, 16"+. Cut and split, honest measurement. Delivered. 905-987-4445 or 905-242- 6141 Newcastle FREE FIREWOOD - Broken woodskids and pallets. Deliv- ery available Oshawa Whitby/ Ajax Pickering area. 905-434- 0392. (snp) Christmas Trees335 CHRISTMAS TREES-All sizes $8 & up. You cut or precut. Hay rides. From Oshawa go north on Simcoe Street to Howden Rd. East for 1/2 mile. Open weekends or call 905- 655-3501. Pet, Supplies Boarding370 ALASKAN MALAMUTES,6 females, 2 males, grays and blacks, father from Northwest Territories, mother - Ontario. $650/each. Must see! 905- 576–8786 FREE TO A GOOD HOME!2 Adult cats, male, neutered and declawed. Can go to separate homes. Owner is moving. Call 905-619-1016 GERMAN SHEPHERD,1 year old, great with kids, house trained, crate trained. $250 crate included. Must Sell! (905)434-1304. PAPILLON PUPS 10 weeks, two year old female, three year old male Call evenings or weekends. 905-986–9955 PUPPIES-poodles toys/stan- dard, Jack Russel; Australian Shepherd; Shihtzu; Lhasa; Fox terriers, Cockapoo. Lab x; Border Collie X $125. 905- 831-2145 Cars For Sale400 1989 CHEV WRANGLER 305 V8, second owner, runs ex- cellent, new tires, muffler, trailer hitch, certified, e-test- ed, ready to go $3600 obo. (905)725–5251. CHRISTMAS SPECIAL:1990 Cougar LS, fully loaded, certi- fied, e-tested $2200. Must sell asap. (905)743–9976. 1991 SUZUKI SPRINT,3 cyl. turbo, one owner, spent 1/2 down south, all original, im- maculate no rust, certified ems, good on gas, good com- muter. $2900 o.b.o. (905)743– 9976 1992 CHEV LUMINA 4-door sedan 3.1 automatic. A/C tilt, Power locks, cruise. This car is beautiful!! Certified and e- tested. Asking $3995. 905- 571-5138. 1992 GRAND AM,V6 3.3 en- gine, a/c, p/w, p/l, tilt, cruise, abs brakes, excellent condi- tion. Certified/e-tested. Asking $3,200o.b.o. Call Days 905- 725–8911, evenings/wknds 905-668-4016 1992 JAGUAR SOVEREIGN, very clean, dark red with tan leather interior, mechanically A1. $11,500. Certified. After 6pm (905)668–0224 (Whitby) 1992 PONTIAC LAMANS SE 4-door, 4-cyl, auto, ps/pb, 140,000km, excellent cond. stereo cassette, buckets/con- sole, no rust, $1300-obo. 1989 PLYMOUTH SUNDANCE mint, buckets/console, low mile- age, loaded, runs well $1100 905-404-8541 1993 CHEV CORSICA,3.1L, 4dr, auto, p/w, p/l, cassette, many new parts, runs well, as is. $1,200 o.b.o. Call 905-579– 4727 1994 PONTIAC GRAND AM SE, 4 dr., good condition, no rust, certified, e-tested, neww brakes. $4,400 obo. Call (905)576–0614 (snp) 1995 NISSAN MAXIMA GXE, excellent condition, black ex- terior, fully loaded, air, auto, 158K, one-owner, certified/e- tested, keyless entry, anti theft, asking $8,700. 905-435– 0321 1995 SILVER FORD TAURUS stationwagon, 4 dr, fully load- ed. New tires, new exhaust, only 47,000 km. Dad was 1st owner. Immaculately clean. Certified, emission tested, asking $8,200. obo. 905-985- 8251. 1997 CIVIC LX,4 dr., auto. 93,000 km, a/c, ABS, remote starter, alarm, very clean, non-smoker, $10,000. Call 905-725-2868 or 905-447- 5340. 1997 FORD ESCORT, 114,00kms, automatic, air conditioning, p.s., p.b., ex- tended warranty 'til June 2003. Certified & e-tested. $8000. Call (905)655–1178 1997 MONTE CARLO LS, 192,000 kms. on car, under 15,000 kms. on brand new GM motor. Leather, loaded, $10,600 certified & E-tested. 905-809-1525. 1998 OLDSMOBILE LS 88, 3.8 litre, 80,000km, loaded, very clean, excellent condition, certified & emission tested, asking $11,900 negotiable. 905-725–5873. 1999 MAZDA PROTEGE - 4 dr., 5 speed, green, air, cd, new brakes & tires. $9,500 or best offer. Call 905-435–0413. 2000 HONDA ACCORD 4-cyl, Auto, all power, 4-door, heated leather, 29,000-kms. Certified & e-tested. Asking $24,000. 905-725-6415 2001 PONTIAC SUNFIRE L.T., 5 spd. manual, 2.2L 4 cyl, a/c, am/fm/CD, remote keyless entry, conv. pkg, reclining front buckets, ps, pb, pd, 15" wheels, 44,500 hwy. km, fac- tory warranty, will certify, $10,900. 905-655-9265. 2002 PONTIAC Grand Prix GT Black, fully loaded & main- tained. Power everything w/ sunroof. Extended warranty inc. Assume lease: $400/mth 3-1/2-years. John 905-424- 3990 2002 SUNFIRE, 4 dr. sedan, $12,000. Call 905-725-6707. 89 HONDA ACCORD 2-door, 5-speed, runs good, emission tested, body & interior impec- cable, charcoal grey. $1999 obo. Must sell 905-837–6746 or 416-732-8633 1998 TOYOTA SIENNA CE first owner, e-tested & certified, fully loaded, keyless, alarm, rear wiper, dual air/heat, sil- ver blue. $16,400. 426–2696 EXCELLENT CONDITION 99 Pontiac Sunfire, black, 2 Door, automatic, air condi- tioning, CD, rear spoiler, new battery & brakes, 83,000km, $8500. 905-242-6767-days, 905-263–8461-nights. PRIVATE DEALER LOOKING FOR CONSIGNMENT VEHI- CLES. I will get you the BEST PRICE for your vehicle and detail it before it's sold. (905)743–9976. FEEL GOOD ABOUT your car again! Waxing, polishing, in- terior engine shampoo, hand washes. Perfect Christmas gift $129.99. Washes (10) $87.50 Keeping your car looking like new keeps up the resale value and keeps your allergies away. Body Works (905)743– 9976 ONLY 80,000-KM on 1986 Ford Tempo, 4 door, clean car, only $699. 905-837-6746 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 1997 JIMMY SLT,fully load- ed, leather, cd, 4 wheel drive, lady driven, non smoker, me- tallic grey 2 tone, must sell. Will certify. $14,950. (905) 668–1411 2001 GMC SONOMA SLS, Vortec V6, pewter colour, 67,000kms, mostly highway, fibreglass tonneau, box liner, etc. $21,999. Call (905)404– 8242 (snp) 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 1995 DODGE CARAVAN,7- pass, cruise, tilt, tint, a/c, p/m. Rebuilt motor (Nov '02 1yr. warranty), newer transmis- sion (35K, Apr '01). $4500 cert, e-tested. (905)571–5315 1996 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER, 109,000 km, tilt, cruise, door locks, keyless entry, remote start, remote mirrors, under- coated, am/fm cass, 7-pas- senger, delay wipers, roof rack, 3L V6, auto, $7995 certi- fied & e-tested. 905-404-8791, 905-987-2205. 1998 CHEVROLET ASTRO LT 4.3L, V6, loaded, air, rear heat/air, quads, Dutch doors, alloys, cass/CD, 87,000km $14,750. e-tested/certified 905- 767-3491 95 PATHFINDER XE 4x4, white, blue interior, chrome rims, fully loaded, 219kms (hwy) -it's only a number, don't let it fool you. $11,500 ems & cert. Open to offers. Mint condition. second owner, lady driven. (905)743–9976. Motorcycles435 2002 HONDA SHADOW ACE, 1500kms, black, mint condition, many accessories. Asking $7,500. Call (905) 404-8242. Car Pools Transportation263 Lost and Found265 MISSING SINCE Saturday, December 7th. Male Alaskan Malamute, white and black. Murphy Road and Mosport Road area. If anyone has any informa- tion, please call (905) 263-8299. GARY'S CLOTHING AND LIMO SERVICE Specials From - Pickering $65 Ajax $75 Whitby $85 Oshawa $95 Specials to hockey games or downtown trips one way Play it safe and ride like royalty Contact (416) 318-4521 NEED A CAR? 1-800-BUY-FORD Formula Ford * Previous Bad Credit * Discharged Bankruptcy * New in Country Ask for Mike Williams • Pickering – 905-839-6666 • Oshawa – 905-427-2828 • Toronto – 416-289-3673 • Fax – 905-839-6008 WE CAN HELP - FAST APPROVALS • Bad Credit • No Credit • Even Bankrupt Credit • But need a car? Phone Mel today 905-576-1800 All applications accepted. Downpayment or trade may be required. • APR from 9.9% • eg. Car $10,000 • APR 19% • Payment $322.78/mo. • 48 months • C.O.B. $4698.09 Rates vary depend on credit history. SALES LIMITED WE FINANCE EVERYONE First time buy- ers, bankrupt, bad credit, no credit. You work? You drive! Lots of choice. Down or Trade may be required. SPECIAL FINANCE DEPARTMENT SHERIDAN CHEV 905-706-8498 LOOKING for a used belt conveyor 60'-70' and used automatic plastic strapping machines. Call Kirk 905-579-4407 NEED A HOME PHONE? NO CREDIT? BAD CREDIT? NO PROBLEM? No deposit Required Activated Immediately Freedom Phone Lines 1-866-687-0863 Sick of RENTING? 1st Time Buyer? Professional Renter? Honest Answers....! Professional Advice...! To “Own” Your Next Home! 1-800-840-6275 Office905-432-7200Ability R. E.Direct Line 905-571-6275 Mark Stapley Sales Rep. OSHAWA VERY SPACIOUS 2 & 3 bdrm. apts. Close to schools, shopping centre, Go Station. Utilities included. Senior Discounts Call(905)728-4993 PICKERING VILLAGE one bedroom Church / Hwy. #2 January lst. $600 per month inclusive. GOLF REALTY (905) 426-5664 www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 11, 2002 PAGE B9 A/P 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 NEED A CAR? Rebuild Your Credit With newstartleasing.com As low as $499 down 643 Kingston Rd., Pickering 1-866-570-0045 400 Cars For Sale 400 Cars For Sale 400 Cars For Sale 400 Cars For Sale See Sales Consultants For Details 4121 KINGSTON ROAD 416-284-1631 Toll Free: 1-866-877-0859 BOB JOHNSTON’S CHRISTMAS SPECIAL! Used Vehicle Finance Rates As Low As 2.9%0 DOWNAND AND NO PAYMENTS TIL SPRING! PUBLIC AUCTION KAHN AUCTION CENTRE ESTATE & CONSIGNMENT OUR SPECIALTY 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering , 3 mi. N. of Hwy. 401 on Brock Rd. "BIG ORANGE BARN" THURS., DEC. 12TH, 6:30 pm Preview from 12 noon ✰HUGE ANTIQUE SALE ✰ Selling:Estate Contents, Antiques, Victorian & Canadiana Furniture, Dining Room & Bedroom Suites, Murano, Carnival and Depression Glass, Limoges (France), Decorative Arts, Royal Doulton Discontinued Figurines, Persian Rugs, Limited Edition Art.Too Many Items to List Auctioneer's Remarks : We are selling a container from Pennsylvania and North Carolina of quality circ. 1930 mah. & walnut antique furniture. This sale will have over 350 lots. 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 ATTENTION AUCTIONEERS!! Our "Auction Package" con- sists of your ad running weekly in these publications: • Oshawa Whitby This Week • Ajax Pickering News Advertiser • Port Perry This Week • Northumberland News • Uxbridge Tribune/Times Journal • Canadian Statesman/Clarington One call does it all!! Phone 905-576-9335 Fax 905-579-4218 AUCTION SALE~PETHICK & STEPHENSON Auction Barn, Haydon,ON, ~Sat. Dec. 14, @ 4pm A large household from Markham: Brass lamp Chan- deliers, Bar Stools, Queen Box Springs & Mattress, Wooden Chairs, smoker, guitar, Horner Accordian, Tools, Crafts, Pictures, Marilyn Monroe Plate, Rookie Hockey Cards, Area Rugs, Cups & Saucers, Large quantity of Good Glassware etc.Terms: Cash, Interac, M/C, Visa, Auctioneer Don Stephenson 905-263–4402, 1-866-357-5335 AUCTION SALE SUNDAY DEC. 15TH, 10 A.M. (VIEWING 9 A.M.) MacGregor Auctions LOCATED IN ORONO AT SILVANUS GARDENS, TAKE 115/35 HWY TO MAIN ST. ORONO & FOLLOW SIGNS TO MILL POND RD. Auction features contents from a local home (giving up housekeeping) furniture, glass and china, wall unit, dresses, stamp collection, coins/currency, Disney and Starwars collectibles, estate jewellery costume etc. Also 1993 GranPrix auto and E-Z load boat trailer w/reserve. Christmas gift baskets and many more quality items. Watch next weeks paper for our outstanding holiday auctions, antiques and collectables boxing day Decem- ber 26th and Scientific Equipment/antique auction, Sunday, January 5th. Terms: Cash, Visa, MC, Interac & Cheque Call for all your Auction Needs. MACGREGOR AUCTIONS 905-987-2112 1-800-363-6799 AUCTION, LARGE SALE of good clean quality home fur- nishings from the home of Mr. & Mrs. Baxter plus others to be sold THURSDAY, DEC 12th at WARNER'S AUCTION HALL - Hwy#2 Colborne at 5:00PM Nearly new Admiral washer & matching dryer, good selection clean bedroom fur- niture, dressers, chests, etc. Excellent oak dining room table with 4 chairs, excellent solid wood dinette with 4 chairs, new sofa and love seat, other good sofa set, occasional chairs, fridge, stove & small chest freezer, selection good TV sets, bedroom suite with good mattress set, antique dressing table/ vanity, antique child's wicker rocker, love seat, 2 painted half moon tables, nesting tables, large selection books including kids books and toys, bed sofa, futon, selection house hold arti- cles, dishes, glass, some collectibles, pictures, pots, pans, glassware, plus countless other articles too numerous to men- tion. No reserves. Terms: cash, cheque, Visa, M/C, Interac. GARY E. WARNER - AUCTIONEER 905-355-2106 Online at www.warnersauction.com AUCTION: Saturday, Dec. 14th at 10:00AM - at WARNER'S AUCTION HALL, Hwy#2 Colborne - Selling contents from a doctors home at Rice Lake, illness forces the sale. Selection of antique and modern furnishings. Note: all antiques are original or painted and most need refinishing. An- tique oak extension table with 6 chairs and matching side- board, painted antique tables, dressers, chests, wash-stands, small tables, chairs, etc., modern sofa set, selection rugs, prints and artwork, rubber dingy, Seahawk rubber boat, selec- tion small tools, lawn & garden tools, gas cans, etc. lawn mower, fishing poles, wooden boxes, TV, small tables, lan- terns, books, snow shoes, antique & primitive decorative piec- es, lamps, pictures, knick knacks, dishes, glassware, house- hold articles, cast & brass pieces, bunk beds, painted antique chest, plus countless other interesting pieces. Note: these house hold contents have been in storage for over 1 year and a lot of things packaged and unseen at time of advertising - packaged boxes not known all contents. To be sold with no re- serves. Terms: cash, cheque, Visa, M/C, Interac. GARY E. WARNER - AUCTIONEER 905-355-2106 Online at www.warnersauction.com Note: this will be our last Saturday sale before Christmas - We wish all our customers & readers a Safe & Happy Holiday Season! Watch for our Boxing Day Sale! CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday, Dec. 13 at 4:30pm 3 miles East of Little Britain on County Rd. 4 Bonnet Chest, new pine harvest table, wash- stand, 5 oak dining room chairs, antique settee & chair, 3pc. modern oak bedroom suite, wicker chairs, modern & antique dressers & chests of drawers, double & single box springs & mat- tresses, chesterfields & matching chairs, oval walnut dining table, co-oil lamps, occasional chairs, walnut coffee & end tables, modern bed- room suite, rocking chairs, Westinghouse 2 door refrigerator, Cascade airtight stove, antique pump organ. Kenmore automatic washer, 3 plastic feed carts, 2 box trailers, 1983 Yamaha Snowmobile, qty. china, glass, household & col- lectable items. Don & Greg Corneil Auctioneers R.R. #1 Little Britain (705) 786-2183 SAT., DEC. 14th - 10 a.m. - SPORTS MEMORABILIA from private collector incl. 550+ cards, complete sets, 1939 OPC, 1952-53-54 Parkhurst all EX-MT; vintage tin wind ups @ Vanhaven Arena, 722 Davis Dr., Uxbridge. DETAILS & PHOTOS. GARY HILL AUCTIONS 905-852-9538 / 1-800-654-4647 garyhill.theauctionadvertiser.com Cell 416-518-6401 ESTATE/POLICE AUCTION GRIST MILL AUCTION CENTRE FRI. DEC. 13TH - 6 P.M. Selling the contents from the home of Jim Pat- terson, Bowmanville and inventory from Dur- ham Regional Police, pine pedestal table w/ cameo press back, oak ext. table w/4 ladder back chairs, 5 pc. kitchen dinette, occasional. chairs and tables, coffee tables Kroehler, lamps, beds, stereo cabinets, qty good glass china crystal, Lincoln 225 Arc welder, Camp- bell Hausfeld 5 hp/26 gal. compressor, small shop compressor, delta combo 4" disc/belt san- der, Delta drill press, band saw, Craftsman 9" table saw, Sears 10" radial arm saw, Dewalt grinder, Makita chop saw, tools, RH gold clubs, 2 gas weed eaters, apprx. 50 bikes etc. Preview at 2 p.m. Check out website for pic- tures and updates. Terms: Cash or good cheque, visa, m/c, interac. Auctioneers Frank and Steve Stapleton, (905) 786-2244, 1-800-263-9886 www.stapletonauctions.com 'Serving the Auction Industry since 1971' "MERRY CHRISTMAS" LARGE ANTIQUE AUCTION New Years Day Randy Potter Estate Auctions Port Hope. For listings & photos go to: http://members.rogers.com/rpauctions 905-885-6336 No buyers premium 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale 315 Articles Wanted 185 Houses For Rent WEDNESDAY, DEC. 11 AJAX PICKERING TOASTMASTERS: The club meets each Wednesday at the Pickering Nuclear Information Cen- tre, Brock and Montgomery Park roads, to work on communication, leadership, public speaking and other skills. Meet- ings begin at 7:15 p.m. Call Marsha at 905-686-4384 or Leithland at 905-509- 8584. 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 custodial 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, DEC. 12 SUPPORT GROUP:Hospice Durham offers a bereavement support group for people who have recently lost a loved one. Meetings are from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Hospice Durham, 209 Dundas St.E., Whitby. Call Julie Chatterton at 905- 242-1580 or 1-888-790-9414. SENIORS’ ACTIVITIES:The Ajax Se- niors’ Friendship Club offers line danc- ing every Thursday at 1 p.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Ex- eter Dr., Ajax. Call Jack at 905-683- 9696 or Agnes at 905-686-1573. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS:The group meets every Thursday at 7:30 p.m.at LaStorta, north end of Liverpool Road, next to Manresa Retreat House, in Pickering. Call Edith during the day at 905-686-3834 or Mary in the evenings at 905-428-8660. HOME SCHOOLING:Durham Teach- ing Parents group holds a home school resource meeting at 7:30 p.m. It’s for parents who home school their chil- dren. No membership required. Call 905-683-5687 for location. PC USERS: The Durham PC users club holds its next meeting at 7 p.m. at the McLaughlin public library branch, 65 Bagot St., Oshawa.The manager of corporate communications of Os- hawa’s PUC Networks Inc., D.J.Pitman presents ‘the electrical industry of On- tario and its effect on us.’ Call George Spall at 905-721-8397. FRIDAY, DEC. 13 ADDICTION SUPPORT:The Serenity Group hosts a 12-step recovery meet- ing at 8 p.m. at Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd. in Pickering. Group deals with addictions of all types, in- cluding co-dependency. Child care is available. All are welcome. Call Jim at 905-428-9431. BINGO, SHUFFLEBOARD AND CLOGGING:The Ajax Seniors’ Friend- ship Club plays bingo every Friday at 7:30 p.m. and every Wednesday at 1 p.m., shuffleboard every Friday at 9:30 a.m., and a cloggers group meets Fri- days at 1:30 p.m., all at the St. An- drew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr., Ajax. Call Mary for bingo at 905- 427-9000, Barb at 905-686-0190 for shuffleboard and Agnes at 905-686- 1573 for clogging. SATURDAY, DEC. 14 DANCE:The Ajax/Pickering Chapter of the One Parent Families Association holds a dance at the Pickering Recre- ation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Rd. at 8 p.m. Dress code is in effect and all are welcome. Call 905-686-7933. SUNDAY, DEC. 15 BAKE SALE:The Royal Canadian Le- gion Branch 606, 1555 Bayly St. in Pickering, hosts its Christmas bake and craft sale and breakfast with Santa from 10 a.m. to noon. Breakfast is $3. Everyone is welcome. Call 905-839- 2990. MONDAY, DEC. 16 BREASTFEEDING WORKSHOP:The Durham Lactation Centre presents a two-hour, prenatal breastfeeding work- shop in Pickering, starting at 7:30 p.m., designed to impart a sound knowledge of breastfeeding, getting off to a good start, what to expect and how to have a happy breastfeeding experience. Call 905-427-9547 for location. SENIORS’ ACTIVITIES:The Ajax Se- niors’ Friendship Club plays bridge and cribbage every Monday at 1 p.m. at the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr. Ajax. In addition, bridge is also played Wednesdays at 1:15 p.m. Call Agnes at 905-686-1573. TUESDAY, DEC. 17 BID EUCHRE:Play bid euchre with the Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club every Tuesday and Friday at 1 p.m. or Thurs- day at 7:30 p.m. in the St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr., Ajax. Call Lisa for Tuesday games at 905-428-6160, Peter for Thursdays at 905-683-8023, or for Fridays, call Dave at 905-839-3471. HEALTH PROGRAM:The Village Chi- ropractic and Massage Clinic, 8 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax, holds a ‘half hour to optimal health’ program at 6:30 p.m. The session examines the latest health breakthroughs. This program is free, but reservations are necessary. Call 905-427-3202. NEWS ADVERTISER BILLBOARD December 11, 2002 It’s ‘Christmas Fantasia’ next week DURHAM –– Music students at Anderson Collegiate present ‘A Christmas Fantasia’ Wednesday, Dec. 18. The concert, which begins at 7 p.m., features seasonal music by the junior and senior concert bands, the junior jazz ensemble and AnderJazz, all under the direction of Andrew Uranowski, and the concert choir, under the direction of Tricia Dean, and vocal and keyboard soloists. Traditional and contemporary Christmas selections include ‘Silver Bells,’‘The Most Wonderful Time of the Year,’ ‘Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,’‘Winter Games’by David Foster and ‘A Christmas Intra- da’by Alfred Reed. Tickets are $5 for adults, $3 for seniors and students. Tickets are available from all music students or by calling the school’s music depart- ment at 905-668-5809 or by e-mail at acvimusic@hotmail.com. Announcements255 Daycare Available273 PICKERING Beach / Rollo: Loving daycare; 18 months to 12 years. Daily outings (fenced backyard and park). Crafts, story time, music, nu- tritious meals & snacks. First Aid, C.P.R. certified. Non- smoking, receipts. 905-428- 1244. WESTNEY/401-TLC Daycare available January, nutritious lunches & snacks, activities, outings, First aid/CPR, refer- ences and receipts, 905-686– 4195 Mortgages Loans165 $$$MONEY FOR ANY PUR- POSE$$$ -Specialized in hard to place mortgages, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd as low as 4%. When your bank says no, call us! Debt console, mortgage or tax arrears okay. Ontario Wide 1-888-591-6057. MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any pur- pose. All applications accept- ed. 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 PURCHASE (5% DOWN),Re- finance (Commercial & Resi- dential), Debt consolidation (unlock equity & pay Mort- gage rates consolidate high interest credit cards), Self- employed, can't verify in- come, good credit. We'll find you the best deal. Call N. Gil- lani @416-450-8568 Frank's Funds Inc. House Cleaning556 Home Improvements700 Garbage Removal Hauling702 Painting and Decorating710 Moving and Storage715 Flooring, Carpeting730 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. 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For free estimates Call 416-396-3766 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service. 905-428-0081 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 A1 A BETTER DEAL! Quick, Friendly, dependable removal of household/ renovation garbage. Including furiture/ appliances. Rock bottom rates! 416-501-7054 Peter WB RENOVATIONS • Interior & Exterior • Custom Additions • Specialties • Full Finish Bsmts Bathrooms Kitchens • Custom Painting • Fully Licensed Free Estimates Wayne (905) 430-2461 or Cell (905) 767-3086 MOUSE PROBLEMS? • Free Estimates • Professional Licenced Technicians • Guaranteed Elimination • Next Day Service • 10% Seniors Discount Reliable Exterminators Ltd 905-686-1020 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 A/P PAGE B10 NEWS ADVERTISER WEDNESDAY EDITION, December 11, 2002 www.durhamregion.com CALL (905) 683-0707 Some products may vary due to availability. FREE! A Gift for You and Your Baby Expecting?As a parent-to-be simply bring this coupon to your local SEARS retail store and enroll in the Waiting Game Club (it’s Free) and receive your Baby’s On The Way Gift Pac®filled with $20.00 worth of great brand name products (it’s also FREE). (Some conditions apply. 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Step Remembering Our Loved Ones In Call your Classified Sales Representative at: 905-683-0707 Tor. Line: 1-416-798-7259 Now Publishing on Dec. 22, 2002 256 Deaths 256 Deaths 165 Mortgages, Loans Ajax/Pickering The Community Newspaper since 1965 Cordially invite you to attend Need a hand hiring JOIN US! WED. JAN. 15, 03WED. JAN. 15, 03 1:00PM - 8:00PM1:00PM - 8:00PM Holiday Inn 1011 Bloor Street E., Oshawa REGISTER YOUR COMPANY TODAY!! CONTACT YOUR CLASSIFIED REPRESENTATIVE Oshawa Job & & Fair C a r e e r (905) 576-9335(905) 576-9335 Ajax/Pickering (905) 683-0707(905) 683-0707 WorkforceWorkforce Uxbridge (905) 852-9141(905) 852-9141 TO ADVER- TISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE IN THIS SECTION PLEASE CALL AJAX 683-0707 DEENEN, Dini - Peacefully on December 6, 2002. Dini loving wife of Peter. Loving mother of Debbie, Carolyn and Frank. Cherished Oma of Chelsea, Kaitlin, Cassandra, Mikael, Zach- ary, and Ariel. Dini will be sadly missed by her many family and friends. A family service was held. The family would like to extend their heartfelt appreciation to the nursing staff of Whitby General Hospital for their kindness and compassion. Donations may be made in memory of Dini to the Lakeridge Health Whitby Foundation 300 Gordon Street, Whitby, Ont. L1N 3T2 905-668-6831 Ext. 33132 GORMAN, Tracy Passed away on December 7, 2002 at the Sunnybrook and Womens Col- lege Health Science Hospital at the age of 30. Beloved wife of Kevin. Loving daughter of Valerie and Norman. Sister to Jeff and twin sister to Stefanie. Tracy was cherished by her grandmother Vivian Parker, and will be sadly missed by many family, friends and col- leagues. The family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old King- ston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) 905-428– 8488 from 2 to 4 p.m and 7 to 9 p.m. on Wed- nesday December 11, 2002. Funeral Service will be held at the Pickering Village United Church (300 Church Street North, Ajax ON.) on Thursday December 12, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. Should family and friends so desire, in lieu of flowers, donations to the Lake Ridge Health Centre Corporation would be greatly appreci- ated. OVENELL, Elsie Ada Passed away on Sunday December 8, 2002 at Scarborough General Hospital. Predeceased by husband John. Lov- ing mother of Pat and Phil and his wife Ali- son. Loving grandmother of Samantha. A memorial service was held at the MCEACH- NIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) 905-428–8488 on Tuesday. Cremation has taken place. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated. BY JANE McDONALD Staff Writer DURHAM ––There’s a meeting planned early in the new year when ‘Shell’ will fi- nally get to meet ‘Lucille.’And Dave Glover of Whitby can’t wait to introduce them. “We’re excited,” Glover ad- mits. “It’s a dream come true.” Glover is the local blues mu- sician known as Big Daddy G. It is his guitar, ‘Shell,’ named after his wife, that will help him open for B.B. King and the legendary blues artist’s famous guitar ‘Lucille’ in January. Tortoise Blue (Jeff Crivel- laro) joins Big Daddy and plays harmonica, Hammond organ and vocals. “But everybody calls him ‘Tortoise,’” says Glover. “Everybody except his mom.” Together since 1998, the two are said to complement each other on stage, offering up shows so entertaining Big Daddy G was named ‘Best Live Blues Act for Eastern Canada’ for both 2000 and 2001. BDG’s second CD ‘Topless’, was also nominated for a Juno award in 2001 for Best Blues Recording. This year hasn’t been too shabby, either. BDG was nomi- nated for a 2002 Maple Blues Award for ‘Electric Act of the Year’ while Tortoise won a 2002 Maple Blues Award for ‘Best Harmonica Player’ in Canada. The four-piece band in- cludes drummer Ted Peacock and bass player Wayne Dead- der and is and always has been about the blues. That’s why opening for B.B. King means so much. Although Glover met the blues superstar about 10 years ago when a good friend got him backstage at a King concert, actually performing on the same stage will be something special. “B.B. King is, I guess you can call him the grandfather of today’s blues scene,” says Glover. “If it wasn’t for some- one like him, the blues would- n’t be as big as it is today. B.B. King has become so well known for the blues, he’s like the ambassador to the world for blues.” Now aged 40, Glover re- members as a child seeing King on the ‘Tonight Show’. But it was the stellar performance he and the other members of Big Daddy G gave last summer that earned them the right to open for their musical hero. “The promoter of the con- cert saw us playing at a blues festival in London, Ont., this summer,” he says. “We got a standing ovation so he hired us.” Big Daddy G will open both B.B. King shows in January with a mix of the quartet’s orig- inal songs as well as some of their favourite blues standards. Glover figures they’ll play from about 8 to 8:40 p.m. with King coming on stage at about 9 p.m. “With B.B. King, he’s ex- tremely well-known for spend- ing time with his fans after his show,” says an excited Grover. “There will be a lot of meet- and-greet but opening acts, they always get to know him.” Somebody once asked King if a person had to live in Mis- sissippi and pick cotton and pull corn, to know hardship, to be able to play the blues. 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