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A man armed with a small axe or hatchet entered the coffee shop just prior to 4:30 a.m. and demanded money from the 30-year-old woman. She was ordered to take off her clothes and was then badly beaten, police said. She ran naked from the store in sub-zero temperatures to a nearby phone booth and called 911. But affordable housing needs provincial support too: Brenner BByy LLeesslleeyy BBoovviiee Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ——An extra $320 million in federal funding over the next five years for afford- able housing won’t do much help to the 5,000 people on the waiting list here for rent- geared-to-income homes, says Maurice Brenner. “The issue rests with the Province,” said the president of the Durham Region Non- Profit Housing Corporation. Tuesday’s federal budget may allocate more money to improving the affordable housing agreement with provinces and territories, but Mr. Brenner said it’s the agreement itself that needs to be rethought. Ontario has done little to reduce the cost per unit for low-income families and it al- lows agreements with pri- vate-sector builders to expire much too soon, he main- tained. “They’ve really failed to make the necessary long- term commitment,” said the Pickering regional councillor. Heavy on social spending and light on tax cuts, the fed- eral government delivered its 2003 budget with little sur- prises Tuesday afternoon. Better health care, more af- fordable housing, combating child poverty — those are the issues Canadians care about the most “and their voice rings loud and clear in this budget”, said Finance Minis- ter John Manley. As expected, health care was high on the list of priori- ties, with federal spending in- creasing by $34.8 billion over the next five years. Included in the new health deal is $9.5 billion in in- creased cash transfers to provinces and territories and a five-year $16-billion health reform fund targeted at im- proving primary health care, home care and catastrophic drug coverage. Entitled ‘Building the Canada we want’, the budget also pledged $965 million an- nually in child tax benefits, bringing the maximum yearly A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Norma Berry dresses daughter, Madison, for the ride home after a day in child care. Families fared well in John Manley’s first budget. Work-to-rule is ‘unfair’: students 376 Kingston Rd., Pickering (NE corner of Rougemount & Hwy. #2) 509-9888For Reservations, Take-Out WEEKDAY LUNCHEON SPECIALS from $4.75 LLBO FINE CHINESE CUISINE & DINING LOUNGE GET READY FOR MEMBERSHIPS G LF SEASONG LF SEASON $345FROM GOLF & DINNER TOURNAMENT PKGS. FROM PLUS GRAT. GST AND PST$50$50$50 CHOICE DATES STILL AVAILABLE CHURCH ST. 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The Fallingbrook Public School students attended Monday night’s Durham Dis- trict School Board meeting and brought queries for pub- lic question period. “It’s not fair to us; it’s pe- nalizing the students and that’s not fair,” said Caitlyn Soares in an interview. “Grade 8s want memories of our Grade 8 graduation year, and I don’t think we want memories of our gradu- ation being taken away,” added Mike Bauldry. “They might as well just go on strike and get it over with,” said Chris Challenger at the meeting. All three students had parts in ‘Oliver’, a play stu- dents were to put on this year. Auditions were held before Christmas, but the play is now off. The Durham unit of the El- ementary Teachers’ Federa- tion of Ontario (ETFO) began working to rule a month ago. Roughly 2,400 teachers are no longer at- tending school meetings or f illing out Education Min- istry paperwork. They are also arriving 15 minutes before class and leaving 15 minutes after the final bell, all but eliminating time students have to seek extra help. Hunt for robbery suspect continues ON STAGE Have a laugh at Herongate Entertainment, B3 ✦ Please see Police, A4 This sketch is of the man police seek in a robbery and beating. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo On the run...for fun PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG –––– Claremont Winter Festival participants Macgill and Samantha Doner stay in lockstep during the ‘mile’ run down the main street Saturday. Residents finished the celebration with a weekend of activities that included a parade and other family events. This year marked the 20th anniversary of the popular cele- bration. SSeeee mmoorree pphhoottooss oonn PPaaggee BB99.. ELEMENTARY It’s all that and more Wheels Pullout SERVING PICKERING SINCE 1965 News Advertiser PRESSRUN 46,600 ✦ 56 PAGES ✦ WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2003 ✦ durhamregion.com ✦ OPTIONAL DELIVERY $6/$1 NEWSSTAND Spelling bee as easy as A-B-C It’s hard to bee-lieve, but the Durham Regional Spelling Bee is here once again. Sign ups for the Ajax and Pickering events are Sun- day, Feb. 23 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Pickering Town Centre, across from Mastermind. Cost is $10 and the competition is open to elementary school stu- dents in Grade 1 to 8. Categories are: Honeybees (students in Grade 1 and 2), Bumblebees (students in Grade 3 and 4), Carpenter Bees (students in Grade 5 and 6), and Mason Bees (students in Grade 7 and 8). Coaching sessions are sched- uled for Mondays, March 17 and March 24 from 6 to 7 p.m. for Hon- eybees and Bumblebees and from 7 to 8 p.m. for Carpenter and Mason bees. Mason Bees in Ajax and Picker- ing compete Monday, March 31 at 7 p.m. The Ajax competition for all other age groups is Sat- urday, April 5 and the Picker- ing one is Sat- urday, April 12. Both are at St. Mary Catholic Secondary School, with Honeybees competing at 10 a.m., Bumblebees at 12:30 p.m., and Carpenter Bees at 3 p.m. St. Mary is at 1918 Whites Rd. in Pickering, one block south of Finch Avenue. For more information, call Steve Houston at the News Ad- vertiser at 905-683-5110, ext. 249. Briefly... Ajax:It’s time to sharpen your skills for the return of another golf season. The Ajax-Pickering Board of Tr ade is hosting its annual golf tour- nament May 22 at Lakeridge Links and is looking for golfers and busi- nesses interested in becoming an event or hole sponsor. For more in- formation, call the board office at 905-686-0883. What’s On... Saturday:The Ajax Stamp Club presents its annual stamp show Apex 2003. 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Community newspapers in the Durham Region Division of Metroland Printing, Publishing and Distributing Ltd. have collectively been nominated for 16 awards in the Ontario Community Newspapers Association Better Newspapers Competition. Our reporters, photog- raphers, editors, columnists and car- toonist are being recognized for jour- nalistic excellence with 16 top-three nominations and a fourth place overall general excellence award for the Uxbridge ‘Times-Journal.’ Among the top three finalists for general excellence awards in their respective circulation classes are the ‘Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser’, ‘Port Perry This Week’ and ‘Oshawa- Whitby This Week’. Winners will be announced in April. Other nominees include: • Best news story, Mike Ruta of the ‘Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser’ ‘for the Marc Hall prom story;• Re- porter of the year, Jacquie McInnes; • Best sports section, ‘Port Perry This Week’ and ‘Oshawa-Whitby This Week’; • Best online edition, ‘Oshawa- Whitby This Week’. • Cartoonist of the year, Tim Do- lighan, for his cartoon on Marc Hall; • Environment Ontario Award, re- porters Tim Foran and Jacquie McInnes, for a 12-part series; • A double nomination for best sports and recreation story, reporter Lesley Bovie and reporter Brian Mc- Nair; Best photo layout, ‘Oshawa-Whit- by This Week’ for ‘Twilight Zone’ with photos by Ron Pietroniro and Jason Liebregts and layout by Wal- ter Passarella; • Best sports photo, Ron Pietron- iro; • Best community service, ‘Clar- ington This Week’ for ITER cover- age; • Humour columnist of the year, Neil Crone. Metroland newspapers up for industry aw ards benefit for a first child to $3,243 by 2007, and $935 million over five years to provide greater access to child care. It also earmarked $50 million an- nually to create a child disability benefit for low- and modest-income families with disabled children, and $13 5 million each year for the next three years to combat homeless- ness. Military dollars and tax cuts ranked relatively low on the list. Canada will increase its military ca- pabilities by $800 million on an on- going basis, plus an immediate allo- cation of $270 million to address ur- gent needs. The contribution limits to registered retirement savings plans and pension plans will be in- creased over four years to $18,000. A 50 per cent increase in the small business deduction limit to $300,000 is “going in the right direction”, said Bob Malcolmson, general manager of the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce. He was also encouraged by plans to invest $3 billion in municipal in- frastructure over the next 10 years. “I understand $2 billion of that will go to the Toronto area, which I feel will assist us here with the grid- lock,” he said. “But you have to keep paying down the debt.” Mr. Manley maintained his gov- ernment has done just that, having reduced the debt by $47 billion since 19 97. The national economy is ex- pected to grow by 3.2 per cent in 2003 ✦ Budget, from page A1 Caregivers get a break from feds Financial support plan allows Canadians to care for dying relatives DDUURRHHAAMM ––––Yesterday’s federal bud- get contained such good news for hospice volunteers and the families they support, it left them wanting more. An expanded employment insur- ance program allowing six weeks of compassionate care leave from work for those who must look after a gravely ill child, parent or spouse was included under increased health care spending. “My first reaction is that six weeks is not nearly enough time,” says Betty Bignell, executive director of Port Perry-based North Durham Hospice, a free palliative care service for terminally ill patients and their families. “When I was advocating for this, I thought it would be for much longer like unemployment maternity bene- fits or medical leave. “Sometimes people rally,” explains Ms. Bignell. “I’m really excited to hear compassionate leave is being proposed. We (hospice) help prevent caregivers from burnout. Some- times, it’s a very lengthy time. One individual has rallied several times. We’ve been told in the past he would die that day and he’s thankfully still with us. “It’s not really long enough and how do you choose the time?” Sue Gratkowski’s late father did- n’t have much time. The Port Perry resident’s cancer claimed him quick- ly last fall, in a matter of weeks. But had the new federal initiative been available to her family, Ms. Gratkowski says it would have made a difference, not only financially but also in the time she could have spent with her dying father. “He had a pretty short time,” says Ms. Gratkowski. The last three weeks of her father’s life had her leaving work early for the first week and then taking the last two weeks off completely. “I would have taken more time off,” says Ms. Gratkowski. “It cost me financially but you don’t look at it that way. I would have taken more time off, definitely, to be with him.” Local hospice agencies say they hope once the new federal program gets going, it will be reviewed in a similar way maternity leave has been over the years, and the amount of time caregivers are eligible to take from work increased. The basic EI benefit rate is 55 per cent of a person’s average insured earnings up to a maximum amount of $413 per week. Currently, maternity leave gives mothers up to 52 weeks off work fol- lowing the birth of a child. Budget’s $935 million over three years called ‘baby step’ BByy JJeerreemmyy LLee PPaaggee Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ––––A baby step. This is the pace of progress for child-care fund- ing in Canada, say child-care advo- cacy group representatives. When Canada’s Finance Minister John Manley announced Tuesday $935 million will be given over five years to help provinces, territories and First Nations provide greater access to quality child care and early learning opportunities, the fact that no criteria was attached to the figure left many in the child-care profes- sion frustrated. Ruth Patterson, representing the Ontario Coalition for Better Child Care, was no exception. She and sev- eral colleagues gathered around a television set to watch the budget presentation. “The $935 million across 10 provinces isn’t a lot of money,” she says. “It’s a step ahead, but there’s still no criteria saying where it’s going... it’s a baby step. We’d like 10 more baby steps.” Ms. Patterson says she would like to see a uniform child care system across the country. That way, she says, the money would not be directed or prioritized by the Province. In Durham, she says, the funds from the budget will hardly be no- ticed. “Our waiting lists are insane,” she explains. “These are our children, our future.” Tania Easton works at Bayfair Day Care in Pickering. She says the shortfall of the budget will result in parents paying more for child-care services. “It’s unfortunate,” she says. “They’re not taking anything away, but when are they going to give us something? The children are impor- tant.” Joan Lambie, executive director for Schoolhouse Playcare Centres, says the money is a start, but not enough. “At least this time child care was mentioned.” Child-care advocates hoped for more Budget boosts social spending Par ties working to choose candidates as speculation grows about timing of vote DDUURRHHAAMM ––––With rumours of a pos- sible spring election in the air, local riding associations are putting can- didates in place to take a run at Queen’s Park. The incumbents have already in- dicated they’ll be running again. Current Oshawa MPP and Minister of Natural Resources Jerry Ouellette has been acclaimed as Progressive Conservative candidate in Oshawa, while Minister of Enterprise, Oppor- tunity and Innovation Jim Flaherty was also acclaimed at a nomination meeting in September, and will run again in the Whitby-Ajax riding. Pickering-Ajax-Uxbridge MPP and Minister of Finance Janet Ecker will be running again while Durham MPP John O’Toole will seek the PC nomination in his riding. The Liberal party has acclaimed Whitby councillor Dennis Fox in Whitby-Ajax riding. Association ex- ecutive Joe Dickson said no one as yet has been nominated to carry the Liberal banner for Pickering-Ajax- Uxbridge. Ken Cowan, president of the Whit- by-Ajax NDP riding association, said a candidate should be selected “in the next few weeks”. A representative for the Pickering- Ajax-Uxbridge NDP association couldn’t be reached. Whitby-Ajax covers all of Whitby and Ajax south of Hwy. 2, while Pick- ering-Ajax-Uxbridge includes all of Pickering and Uxbridge and Ajax north of Hwy. 2. There are no candidates at this point for the Green Party in either Pickering-Ajax-Uxbridge or Whitby- Ajax ridings, although spokesman Mike Pilling said Tuesday they do plan to field candidates in the near future. In Oshawa, the Liberals will hold a nomination meeting Tuesday, April 1 at 7 p.m. at the Woodview Park Clubhouse, 151 Cadillac Ave. N. The New Democrat Party will choose its candidate on Thursday, Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. at the Oshawa Resource and Arts Centre, 45 Queen St. Canadian Union of Public Employees presi- dent Sid Ryan has announced his in- tention to run for the NDP ticket in Oshawa. Mr. Ouellette says, in spite of ru- mours, he can’t say when a provin- cial election might be held. “It’s hard to say. That’s a decision the premier makes,” he says. “We don’t have a commitment to time. There are a lot of policies and proce- dures we want to get in place. We could go till June of 2004.” Still, it’s best to be prepared, he says. “We always have to be ready for these things,” he says. “You never re- ally know. It could be tomorrow.” Garry Minnie has been selected to carry the Liberal flag in Durham Riding. The local chapter of the New Democratic Party has yet to nomi- nate a candidate and NDP officials said they are still working on setting a date to determine its representa- tive to run for the Durham seat. BByy SStteepphheenn SShhaaww Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ––––A psychiatrist who ex- amined Hemoutie (Geeta) Raghu- nauth a month before she died of cyanide poisoning has testified she wasn’t suicidal. The 28-year-old Pickering woman was assessed by Dr. Caridad Cruz at Scarborough Centenary Hospital on April 5, 2000 and prescribed the anti- anxiety medication Ativan, a 12- member jury was told Monday. Dr. Cruz said she conducted a risk assessment during the 45-minute appointment and was “certain” Mrs. Raghunauth was not feeling suicidal. Mrs. Raghunauth appeared to suf- fer from anxiety and general depres- sion due to suspicions her husband was being unfaithful, said Dr. Cruz, testifying for the Crown. Court heard Mrs. Raghunauth was referred to the psychiatrist by her family doctor after complaining of sleeplessness and other health problems. Dr. Cruz said she recom- mended psychotherapy for Mrs. Raghunauth. She never again heard from Mrs. Raghunauth, who died on Mother’s Day, May 14, 2000, pregnant with her second child. Prosecutors allege Ganesh Raghu- nauth, 31, fatally poisoned his wife with cyanide in their Beaton Way home - three weeks after he was se- cretly engaged to a New York woman with whom he was having an affair. The position of the defence is Mrs. Raghunauth committed suicide. During cross-examination Dr. Cruz agreed with defence counsel Donna Kellway that the reliability of her suicide risk assessment would depend on whether Mrs. Raghu- nauth was honest when answering the doctor’s questions. Dr. Cruz also agreed with the de- fence suggestion a patient’s cultural or religious beliefs may deter them from openly discussing suicidal thoughts. In the Hindu culture, suicide is viewed as a serious misdeed and will prevent a person’s reincarnation, ju- rors were told during earlier testimo- ny. A family member described Mrs. Raghunauth, who was Hindu, as “very religious, very spiritual” who had always spoken out against sui- cide. “In our Hindu culture, anyone who commits suicide goes to hell. At no time she (would) never do some- thing like that,” testified Jadoonauth Prashad, a pandit (Hindu priest) who was Mrs. Raghunauth’s uncle by marriage. Mr. Prashad, who performed the 13-day funeral service for Mrs. Raghunauth, said her husband was absent for many of the daily prayers. On the 10th day, Mr. Raghu- nauth’s cellphone was ringing throughout the sermon, said Mr. Prashad. After, Mr. Raghunauth told him he had to leave town on a “busi- ness trip” and then missed the last three days of his wife’s funeral, in- cluding the 13th and most important day of the services. When asked the religious significance of a husband’s absence from his wife’s funeral on the 13th day, Mr. Prashad respond- ed: “It’s a bad thing.” The Superior Court trial contin- ues. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 19, 2003, 2002 PAGE A3 A/P 423 BLOOR ST. W. OSHAWA 905-436-0644 rrs TM Winter Hours: Mon.- Sat. 9-5 Closed Sunday Not exactly as shown DURHAM'S FINEST AUTOMOTIVE DETAILING FOR OVER A DECADE Winter Specials BROKEN WINDSHIELD? 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AAJJAAXX ––––An Ajax mother is charged with failing to provide the neces- saries of life after she allegedly kicked her 11-year-old son out of the family car on Hwy. 401 and left him stranded in the freezing cold. Durham Regional Police said the mother and son were arguing on the way home from his piano lesson around noon Saturday, when she stopped the vehicle on the east- bound shoulder, just west of the Durham Region-Scarborough boundary. “She pulled over and told him to get out, which he did. She then drove away,” alleged Sergeant Paul Malik, police spokesman. A short time later a passing On- tario Provincial Police sergeant saw the boy wandering on the shoulder near Port Union Road, 11 kilometres from home, and picked him up. The temperature was about minus 20 celsius with wind chill. The 45-year-old woman, whose name was not released to protect her son’s identity, was later arrested by police and charged, said Sgt. Malik. She was released to appear in court March 11. Boy stranded on highway, mother faces charges P PAGE A4 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 19, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Celebrating Our Communities’ OUTSTANDING STUDENTS Mailiis Metsis, Diane Tam Ajax High School Cameron Bruce, Mark Pryjma Exeter High School, Ajax Kelly-Anne Fagan, Brian Zhou Pickering High School, Ajax Allison Kadowaki, Elizabeth Murray Cartwright High School, Blackstock Chris Bateman, Chris McDaniel Bowmanville High School Michael Rotondi, Jake Lang St. Stephen’s Secondary School, Bowmanville Andrea Taylor, Brian Teefy Brock High School, Cannington Neshat Nivi, Breanne Randell Courtice Secondary School Melissa Brosko, Elizabeth Goulding Central Collegiate Institute, Oshawa Aurelea Gumiela, Ryan Hall Dr. F.J. Donevan Collegiate, Oshawa Cindy Stienburg, Ashley Randall Durham Alternate Secondary School, Oshawa Angela Giffin, Cory Van Belleghem E.A. Lovell Continuing Educ. 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Austin Catholic High School, Whitby Blake Kircher, Stephanie Hird Henry Street High School, Whitby Jennifer Bock, Neelufer Bana Sinclair Secondary School, Whitby putting our energy to good use www.opg.com 2002 AW ARD RECIPIENTS Each year, a number of exceptional young people graduate from our local high schools. As your neighbour, Ontario Power Generation is proud to be a part of a community that generates such talented and committed young people. We have honoured this select group of graduating students with the OPG Secondary School Achievement Award. The 2002 awards celebrate 54 exceptional individuals drawn from secondary schools in the region. The award recognizes their outstanding academic achievement and interest in the environment, science, engineering, technology, physics, business and mathematics. The award also reflects their leadership skills and involvement in extracurricular activities. 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The injured men were taken to hospital with facial cuts and bruises from being struck with guns. Police were actively searching yesterday for the stolen sports utility vehicle and the three suspects. City forges ahead with growth management study “We’ve always said the study will take at least eight months to complete,” said Tom Melymuk, the City’s divi- sion head of corporate pro- jects and policy. He added the hope is that the project will be completed by the end of the year. The study area’s bound- aries include Hwy. 7 to the north, Sideline 16 and Picker- ing-Ajax Townline to the east, the Canadian Pacific Railway to the south and the Picker- ing-Toronto Townline to the west. It also includes Seaton, provincially owned lands being swapped for private lands in Uxbridge and Rich- mond Hill. But it was the inclusion in the study of the agricultural preserve that has raised the ire of the Province, which hopes to keep the 3,600-acre parcel for agricultural uses in perpetuity. The Province has also said it wants a secondary plan for Seaton completed by this June, which local councillors in turn argue ignores the City’s interim control freeze on development in north Pickering until the growth management study is com- plete. “I expect we’ll have certain information together by then,” Mr. Melymuk said, of the June deadline. “But we still need to plot out a time- line in detail.” Five consultant teams an- swered Pickering’s request for proposals in December. From there, a selection team made up of City planners and ad- ministration narrowed the prospects down to two. In its report to council, the selection team said it chose Dillon because of its experi- ence, its understanding of Pickering, the scope of its public outreach program, as well as communication skills. The working group, which drafted the study’s terms of reference, have also agreed with the recommendation and selection process, the re- port said. Dillon’s three-phase work program hopes to look at en- vironmental constraints and opportunities to determine where development can or can’t occur in north Pickering. Using updated population and employment forecasts, consultants hope to deter- mine if Seaton can accommo- date forecasted growth. If not, alternative urban-rural growth options may be ex- plored using other lands in the study area. The program wraps up with detailed neighbourhood plans and a full public consultation process made up of bulletins, mailings, information meet- ings and task forces. Pickering council approved of the consultant’s selection Monday night without any de- bate. But it rejected a suggestion from Bruce Flattery, an Al- tona Road resident who sat on the working group, to in- clude a farmer from the pre- serve on a steering committee of council and local stake- holders overseeing the study. Wa rd 3 City Councillor David Pickles defended the idea, adding a farmer would bring a “unique and insightful perspective. ✦ Police, from page A1 ✦ City, from page A1 Just the fax: 905-683-0386 DDAAVVIIDD PPIICCKKLLEESS Farmers have ‘unique’ perspective. Next Wednesday, teachers are to completely withdraw from extracurricular activi- ties. However, the three stu- dents said in an interview all the extras in their school are gone already. Sally McIlveen, the board’s superintendent of employee relations, read the students’ questions. They asked why the board pays its teachers the lowest, and how the York public board could give its teachers a six per cent raise over two years. “We are 17th out of 31 boards in Ontario, so we are not the lowest-paid board in Ontario,” replied Ms. McIl- veen. In an interview, she clari- f ied Durham’s elementary teachers are the 15th highest paid of the province’s public school boards. She added that at 19 of the boards, the salary difference compared to Durham teachers is roughly $150 more or less per year. Ms. McIlveen said she was “concerned” by what the stu- dents said. “The children of Durham are out there suffering a work to rule and I don’t believe the provincial (federation office) has an interest in reaching a settlement,” she said. The stalemate here is part of a provincial agenda, Ms. McIlveen claimed. The ETFO provincial office is in charge of bargaining for local teach- ers. Harold Vigoda, a member of the provincial takeover team in Durham, said there is no provincial agenda, and that it’s “absolute and pure nonsense” that teachers don’t want a settlement. He said Durham teachers are in for the long haul “after 10 y ears of decline. “We’re going to make a stand here, we are not going to give in.” The board said it is waiting for a counter proposal after offering teachers a three per cent raise in Year 1 (with the second year to be negotiat- ed), 10 more minutes of preparation time (to reach 14 5 minutes) and to pay 85 per cent, instead of 80 per cent, of benefits. “It’s not good enough,” Mr. Vigoda said. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 19, 2003, 2002 PAGE A5 A/P Highway 2 Brock RdLiverpool RdKingston Rd. 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Tel: (905) 428-8888•Fax: (905)428-8904 service p a r t s service p a r t s Superior Greenstone Moosonee York Region Peel To r onto Hamilton- Wentworth DURHAM Halton Kawartha Pine Ridge Avon Maitland Upper Grand Algoma $73,134 $72,987 $71,625 $70,870 $70,892 $70,481 $70,178 $70,068 not settled $70,043 $70,037 $70,010 $41,887 $46,348 $37,992 $38,558 $38,727 $37,490 $37,809 $38,697 not settled $36,295 $37,550 $36,549 140 minutes 180 minutes per 6 day cycle 150 minutes + 2 PA days 140 minutes + 1/2 PA day 150 minutes 150 minutes + 1 1/2 PA days 135 minutes + 1 PA day + 1/2 day 150 minutes + 1/2 day + 1/2 PA day 150 minutes + 1 PA day + 1 day 150 minutes + 1 PA day 150 minutes 150 minutes 100% 100% 100% $2565 no. of teachers enrolled in plan 100% 100% 80% 100% 100% 95% 85% 100% Local 2001/02 A4 Max. 2001/02 A3 Min. Prep Time Benefits paid by Board High Low Max. pay Information taken from the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario Web site.There are 33 locals in Ontario; this chart represents the three agreements with the highest settled 2001/02 A4 max. and the three with the lowest settled 2001/02 A4 max. We have also included Durham, which is in the middle of the range, and its neighbouring public boards in the GTA.To review the complete ‘Quick Comparison of Public Elementary Teacher Collective Agreements’ see www.etfo.on.ca. *A4 max. is the maximum salary under the contract. A Range of Public Elementary Teacher Collective Agreements Durham teachers ‘are not going to give in’ Our kids are our future and we want to help make it bright! ✩ For further information on Community Newspapers in Education call: This Week / Canadian Statesman Chris Bovie, managing editor 905-579-4400 News Advertiser Steve Houston, managing editor 905-683-5110 Uxbridge Times-Journal Dave Stell, news editor 905-852-9141 Port Perry This Week Bruce Froude, managing editor 905-985-1777 Metroland Durham Editor-in-Chief Joanne Burghardt 905-579-4400 ✦ Durham, from page A1 Toughest election to call in years Everyone is predicting an Ontario election within months, but no one is pre- dicting the winner. This unusual state of uncer- tainty exists because issues keep popping up in rapid suc- cession that make assessing the outcome more difficult. One is the Progressive Con- servatives have a premier, Ernie Eves, leading the party in an election for the first time, which normally would not be a worry. The Tories have gone into elections three times after they changed premiers in recent decades and continued winning. Their only loss was when Frank Miller could obtain only a mi- nority government and was forced out. But Mr. Eves's ascension has raised many unanswered ques- tions. Mr. Eves could be hurt if he is seen as too close to his pre- decessor, Mike Harris, once worshipped by many for cutting taxes, but less popular after ser- vices weakened and he was seen as confrontational. Mr. Eves has tried to look more moderate by such acts as postponing tax cuts, increasing spending on services, freezing hydro rates instead of allowing them to rise with the market- place, cancelling a planned pri- vatization of the hydro trans- mission network and talking to unions. These will endear him to some groups, but still provide dangers. Everyone wants hydro rates kept down, but common sense sees it as only a stopgap solution, because new power stations are needed desperately and no one will provide them while rates are held artificially low. Unionists will feel more ac- cepted having a premier who speaks politely to them, but want more significant conces- sions, such as Mr. Eves repeal- ing some of Mr. Harris's labour laws that give employers the upper hand. Mr. Eves at the same time has offended his own party's right- wingers, who complain he is reneging on Tory ideals. Will any feel alienated enough to sit out an election? Mr. Eves, in his switches to moderation, has led more re- treats than the Germans pulling back from Normandy in the Sec- ond World War and any premier in memory. Some will see him as open- minded and ready to listen. Others will view him as quick to bow to pressure, lacking princi- ples and ready to change any- thing to win an election. The Tories have long boasted they are prudent with taxpay- ers' money. But they have been exposed by the non-partisan provincial auditor as wasting cash on programs and living it up on hotels and dining, which prompted the unprecedented f iring of a minister. Surely some of this has to stick? Mr. Eves's government has seemed in disarray at times when voters will look for compe- tence and confidence. Premiers also normally take their wives campaigning to show good examples of family values, but Mr. Eves has only a girlfriend after his acrimonious marriage breakup. Will anyone care? The Liberals have been ahead in polls, but not comfortably, be- cause they led at the start of the last three elections and lost, and they do not communicate any confidence they will win. L iberal leader Dalton McGuinty has announced poli- cies at a more acceptable earlier stage, including freezing univer- sity tuition for two years and in- creasing the long-overlooked minimum wage. But he has become almost as noted as Mr. Eves for changing his mind. He supported priva- tizing hydro transmission, as one example, but now opposes it. Mr. McGuinty seemed to have a catchy issue in the Tories' ex- cessive spending on booze, but may find it watered down be- cause he has been caught spending hundreds of dollars on his favourite orange juice. There will be worry about how he will stand up in the TV de- bate between leaders, because in 1999 he was caught off guard when attacked for hiring his brother briefly. He might have replied that two Tory ministers had relatives on the government payroll. The Liberals also will be less able to attract discouraged New Democrats by arguing the polls show only they can beat the To- ries, because the NDP has mild- ly recovered. Most reporters covering the legislature normally would have picked a winner long before now, but they have been given a lot of issues to digest. 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It's time to get back to the bargaining table. The Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario (ETFO) holds the Durham board up as having the low- est-paid elementary teachers, with poorer benefits and less preparation time than their GTA colleagues. A comparison of all 33 teacher locals in the Province re- veals the differences in salary and preparation time be- tween GTA school boards and Durham are minimal. Compare the maximum pay scale in York at $71,625 to Tor onto at $70,892, Peel at $70,870, and Durham at $70,178. Spread over a year, the amounts are negligible. The cost of living is higher in most areas of the GTA than in Durham, making the slight difference in salaries a non-issue. The three per cent increase offered by the board will allow Durham to keep pace with their GTA counterparts. Preparation time comparisons are also revealing. York teachers get 150 minutes per week plus two days per year; Peel teachers 140 minutes plus one half day; Toronto 150 minutes; while Durham teachers currently receive 135 minutes plus one-and-a-half days per year. The Durham board has offered an additional 10 minutes per week, which would lift Durham above Peel and Toronto in over- all prep time. While it is true contracts that will change these numbers are currently being negotiated in other boards, we believe this increase in preparation time is a substantive step forward. Of those who say anything less than 150 minutes will mean a guaranteed strike, we ask at what cost to our students and to parent-teacher-student- administration relations? To teachers, we suggest they accept 145 minutes and a three per cent increase. To the Durham board, we say do something about benefits. At 80 per cent paid, Durham teachers lag behind almost every board in the Province where the standard is benefits paid at a 100-per cent rate. The board has offered to pay 85 per cent -- it must do bet- ter. The continued acceleration in work-to-rule action by el- ementary teachers merely victimizes children and frus- trates parents, administrators and the teachers them- selves. Children who seek extra help outside class time are denied and those who look forward to playing on school teams or taking part in extracurricular activities find themselves let down. Wo rk usually completed through staff meetings and through the preparation of individual education plans is not being done. With a refusal by teachers to collect money in the classroom, comes the loss of school fund- raisers, hot lunches, spirit days and the like. And rela- tions between everyone involved suffers. The board and ETFO are not so far apart as to warrant continued work action. And there is no justification for pushing this to a strike. According to Whitby Trustee Doug Ross "there's lots of room to move. We are in a position where we are waiting for the teachers to make a counter-offer to us." If this is the case, it's time to get back to the bargaining table and put an end to this dispute. The ball appears to be in ETFO's court and it should make a counter-offer now in order to move this forward. The Cornell family Sometime prior to 1835, Gervais Cornell, above, a Quaker from New York State, bought 150 acres of land in Pickering. He built a house on the property and raised five children. In 1873 his son Edward married and moved into the house that now stands at 209 Old Har- wood Ave. It is believed the house had been built in 1872, east of the original homestead. Hanna (above) is the daughter of Edward and was born in the house. The home remained in the family until about 1912. Many of the family members are buried in the Friends Cemetery on Mill Street in Pickering Village. Nothing to fear for law-abiding gun owners TToo tthhee eeddiittoorr:: Re: 'Lawful owners of guns the wrong focus of our judicial sys- tem,' letter to the editor. Why protest the registration of firearms after the law has been enacted? Ann Marr is over-react- ing far too much for my sensibili- ties. There is no Hitler in Canada waiting to confiscate all the legally owned firearms. And the history of Canada and Canadi- ans said there never will be. Why does Ms. Marr have the audacity to imply she speaks for the silent majority in our soci- ety? Gun owners are thankfully still a minority in Canada (unlike our southern neighbour). Those of us in the majority support our elected officials and the laws they have enacted, so that the police have the tools to fight crime. No law-abiding gun owner has anything to fear, unless their firearm ends up at the scene of a crime. Then the police should be able to trace it -- that's all the silent majority are asking of a gun registry. Saying cars and baseball bats also kill people is just a red her- ring. Through a gun registry that is tied to tighter smuggling con- trols, the police will eventually be able to identify almost all the weapons in the country, thereby limiting the availability of guns to the local street hood. This may take years to accom- plish -- even longer if the lawful owners continue to resist instead of complying with the laws. DD..JJ.. HHaammiillttoonn,, AAjjaaxx Commitment to a cause not always wasted TToo tthhee eeddiittoorr:: Re: 'Bring out your compost,' Feb. 14. After 12 years of fighting pro- posed mega landfill sites that would have been located in Ajax or Pickering, the Region of Durham decided to work to find a more environmentally friendly solution for the disposal of mu- nicipal waste. The municipality set up a waste advisory committee and the Pickering Ajax Citizens To- gether (PACT) for the environ- ment group was pleased to ac- cept a position on the commit- tee, along with 21 citizens in and around Durham. We are very pleased to note the Durham works department approved the final report. The main recommendations from the committee are: • A three-stream waste collec- tion system; • Expansion of recycling ma- terials in the blue box program; • Provide free recycling collec- tion to all small businesses in Durham; • All-organic household com- posting material be collected in Durham; • The existing waste transfer stations have a toxic waste col- lection facility (paint cans, etc.); • No new green landfill sites be built in Durham; and • The new composting facility produce Grade-A composting materials. On Dec. 2, Durham approved: • Maximizing materials in the blue box collection system, which is to be implemented in 2003; and • That an organic household collection system be implement- ed in Durham in March 2004. The moral of the story is that you can make a difference if you are committed to doing the right thing. The end is near and Durham could be the leaders in Ontario by implementing the three-stream collection system. PA CT congratulates every- body involved. DDaavviidd SStteeeellee,, CChhaaiirrmmaann,, PPAACCTT Click and say LLaasstt wweeeekk’’ss qquueessttiioonn:: Should Durham councillors forward $10 million from regional reserves to local municipalities to spend at their discretion? ✦ No 51.5 per cent ✦ Ye s48.5 per cent Vo t es cast: 171 Cast your vote online at infodurhamregion.com TThhiiss wweeeekk’’ss qquueessttiioonn:: Do you support the U.S. and its Allies going to war without the backing of the United Nations? ✦ Yes ✦ No Notice of Public Meeting 2003 Current And Capital Budgets In accordance with Section 291(1) of the Municipal Act, 2001, Notice is hereby given that the Council of the City of Pickering will be considering the 2003 Current and Capital Budgets at a public meeting to be held on Thursday, February 27th and Friday February 28th, 2003 at 9:00 am in the Main Committee Room, Pickering Civic Comples, One The Esplanade, Pickering, Ontario. Councnil intends to adopt the 2003 Current and Capital Budgets, based on recommendations made at the February 27th and 28th meeting, at its regular meeting of March 17, 2003 at 7:30 pm in the Council Chambers, Pickering Civic Complex. Any person wishing to address Council with respect to the Budgets must contact the City Clerk on or before noon of Friday, March 14th, 2003. Bruce Taylor, AMCT, CMM City Clerk City of Pickering One The Esplanade Pickering, Ontario. L1V 6K7 905.420.4611 24 Hour Access 905.420.4660 cityofpickering.com905.420.2222 Official Opening Don Beer Arena Friday Feb 28 Ceremony + Free Skate 2-4 pm 905.420.4620 ATTEND PUBLIC MEETINGS AT CITY HALL DATE MEETING TIME February 20 Statutory Information Meeting 7:00 pm February 24 Finance and Operations Committee 1:30 pm February 26 Committee of Adjustment 7:00 pm February 27 2003 Budget Meeting 9:00 am February 28 2003 Budget Meeting 9:00 am March 3 City Council Meeting 7:30 pm All meetings are open to the public. 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Be There! pickswimclub.com NOMINATIONS Nominations may be filed at the Office of the Clerk of the Corporation of the City of Pickering, One The Esplanade, Pickering, between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Nomination Day, Friday, September 26, 2003, and during normal office hours during the period preceding Nomination Day for the purpose of nominating persons for the following offices: (a)Office of Mayor, one to be elected by general vote of the electors of the City of Pickering; (b) Office of Regional Councillor, Ward 1, one to be elected by ward vote by the electors of Ward 1; (c) Office of Regional Councillor, Ward 2, one to be elected by ward vote by the electors of Ward 2; (d) Office of Regional Councillor, Ward 3, one to be elected by ward vote by the electors of Ward 3; (e)Office of City Councillor, Ward 1, one to be elected by Wa rd 1 electors; (f)Office of City Councillor, Ward 2, one to be elected by Wa rd 2 electors; (g)Office of City Councillor, Ward 3, one to be elected by Wa rd 3 electors; (h) Office of Member of the Durham District School Board, to be elected by general vote of the English-language public school electoral group of the City of Pickering (number of trustees to be elected is subject to final determination); and (i)Office of Member of the Durham Catholic District School Board, to be elected by general vote of the English-language separate school electoral group of the City of Pickering (number of trustees to be elected is subject to final determination). Further, nominations will be received at the Office of the Clerk of the Corporation of the City of Oshawa, 50 Centre Street South, Oshawa, between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Nomination Day, Friday, September 26, 2003, and during normal office hours during the period preceding Nomination Day for the purpose of nominating fit and proper persons for the following offices: (a) Office of Member of the French-Language School Board, to be elected by general vote of the French-language public school electoral group from the combined municipalities of the Region of Durham and the Counties of Northumberland and Peterborough; and (number of trustees to be elected is subject to final determination), (b)Office of Member of the Conseil Scolaire de District Catholique Centre-Sud, to be elected by general vote of the French-language separate school electoral group from the combined municipalities of the Cities of Oshawa and Pickering, the Towns of Ajax and Whitby and the Townships of Brock, Scugog and Uxbridge (number of trustees to be elected is subject to final determination). Electors are hereby required to take notice and govern themselves accordingly, and further take notice that the manner in which the nominations shall be filed is set forth in the Municipal Elections Act, 1996, as amended. Nomination papers and full particulars of procedures to be followed may be obtained at the Clerk’s Division, Pickering Civic Complex, One The Esplanade, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. And further take notice that where, at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, September 26, 2003, the number of candidates for an office is not sufficient to fill the number of vacancies to which candidates may be elected, the Clerk shall immediately declare the candidate or candidates for that office elected by acclamation. On Wednesday, October 1, 2003between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., additional nominations may be filed for the remaining vacancies in the office in respect of which there was an insufficient number of candidates. If there is a greater number of candidates than is required to fill the offices voting places will be open on the following dates: ADVANCE VOTE (For Voters Who Wish to Vote Before Voting Day) Dates: Saturday, November 1 , 2003 Wednesday, November 5, 2003 Time: 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Place: Pickering Civic Complex, One The Esplanade VOTING DAY (For Voters Who Don’t Vote at the Advance Vote) Date: Monday, November 10, 2003 Time: 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Place: Every household will receive a voter notification card indicating the location of the voting place on voting day. If you have any questions, please contact C. Anne Greentree, Supervisor, Legislative Services, at 420-4660, extension 2019. Bruce Taylor, AMCT, CMM City Clerk and Returning Officer MISES EN CANDIDATURE Les mises en candidature peuvent être déposées au Bureau du Greffier de la ville de Pickering, un rue de l ‘Esplanade, Pickering, entre 9 h 00 et 17 h 00, le jour de la mise en candidature, le vendredi 26 Septembre 2003, et durant les heures normales de bureau au cours de la période précédant le jour de la mise en nomination et ce, dans le but de mettre en nomination les personnes pour exercer les fonctions suivantes : (a)poste de maire, un poste élu par vote général des électeurs de la ville de Pickering; (b) poste de conseiller régional , circonscription électorale no 1, un poste élu par les électeurs de la circonscription no 1; (c)poste de conseiller régional, circonscription électorale no 2, un poste élu par les électeurs de la circonscription no 2 ; (d) poste de conseiller régional, circonscription électorale no 3, un poste élu par les électeurs de la circonscription no 3 ; (e) poste de conseiller municipal, circonscription électorale no 1, un poste élu par les électeurs de la circonscription no 1; (f) poste de conseiller municipal, circonscription électorale no 2, un poste élu par les électeurs de la circonscription no 2; (g) poste de conseiller municipal, circonscription électorale no 3, un poste élu par les électeurs de la circonscription no 3; (h) poste de membre du conseil scolaire des écoles publiques de la région de Durham, élu par vote général du groupe électoral des écoles publiques de langue anglaise de la ville de Pickering (le nombre d’administrateurs à élire est sujet à la détermination finale); et (i)poste de membre du conseil des écoles catholiques de la région de Durham, élu par vote général du groupe électoral des écoles catholiques de langue anglaise de la ville de Pickering (le nombre d’administrateurs à élire est sujet à la détermination finale). En outre, des mises en candidature seront acceptées au Bureau du greffier de la ville d`Oshawa, 50, rue Centre Sud, Oshawa, entre 9 h 00 et 17 h 00, le jour de la mise en candidature, soit le vendredi 26 septembre 2003, et durant les heures normales de bureau au cours de la période précédant le jour de la mise en nomination et ce, dans le but de mettre en nomination les personnes aptes et compétentes pouvant exercer les fonctions suivantes : (a)poste de membre du conseil des écoles publiques de langue française, poste élu par vote général du groupe électoral des municipalités combinées de la région de Durham et des comtés de Northumberland et Peterborough (le nombre d’administrateurs à élire est sujet à la détermination finale); et (b) poste de membre du conseil des écoles publiques catholiques de langue française Centre-sud, poste élu par vote général du groupe électoral des écoles catholiques de la lanque françaises, des municipalités combinées des villes d`Oshawa et de Pickering, les villes d`Ajax et de Whitby et les cantons de Brock, Scugog et Uxbridge (le nombre d’administrateurs à élire est sujet à la détermination finale). Les électeurs sont requis par la présente de prendre avis et de se comporter en conséquence, et, en outre, de prendre avis du fait que la façon dont les candidatures seront enregistrées est formulée dans la Loi sur les élections municipales de 1996 telle que modifée. Les déclarations de candidature et les détails complets des procédures à suivre peuvent être obtenus auprès du Greffier, à l’Édifice municipal, un rue de l’Esplanade, entre 8 h 30 et 16 h 30, du lundi au vendredi. En outre, prendre avis que si à 17 h 00 lundi le 26 septembre 2003, le nombre de candidats à un poste n’est pas suffisant pour combler les postes vacants auxquels les candidats peuvent être élus, le greffier déclarera immédiatement le ou les candidat(s) à ce(s) poste(s) élu(s) par acclamation. Le mercredi 1er octobre 2003, entre 9 h 00 et 17 h 00, des candidatures additionnelles pourront être présentées concernant les postes vacants restants pour chaque fonction où le nombre de candidats était insuffisant. Si le nombre de candidats est supérieur au nombre de postes à remplir, des bueaux de vote seront ouverts aux dates suivantes : SCRUTIN ANTICIPÉ (pour les électeurs qui désirent voter avant le jour du vote) Dates : Samedi le 1er novembre, 2003 Mercredi le 5 novembre, 2003 Heure : 10 h 00 à 20 h 00 Endroit : Édifice municipal de Pickering, un rue de l’Esplanade JOUR DU SCRUTIN (pour les électeurs qui ne votent pas au scrutin anticipé) Date : Lundi le 10 novembre, 2003 Heure : 10 h 00 à 20 h 00 Endroit : Chaque résidence recevra un avis de confirmation de vote indiquant l`endroit du bureau de scrutin au jour de l’élection. Si vous avez des questions, veuillez s’il-vous-plait contacter Anne Greentree, Superviseur des services législatifs, au 420-4660, poste 2019. Bruce Taylor, AMCT, CMM Greffier de la ville et Directeur du scrutinDRIVEROUGEMOUNTCOURT HILL ROUGE PUBLIC E.B. PHIN SCHOOL 2003 INTERIM TAX NOTICE First Installment of the 2003 INTERIM PROPERTY TAX BILL Is due for Payment First Installment Payable February 26, 2003 If you have not received your Tax Notice, please telephone the Civic Complex at 905.420.4614 (North Pickering 905.683.2760). Our office hours are between the hours of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Tired of Standing in line to pay your taxes? Please note that the City of Pickering offers you the following payment options and encourages you to try these convenient alternatives. You can pay your taxes on or before the due date: • At participating financial institutions. Please allow five days before due date for your payment to reach our office. • By mail. To avoid the late penalty fee, please ensure that your tax payment is mailed five days before the due date. • After hours “outside” drop box at the City municipal building on or before the due date. • By telephone/computer banking. Please check with your local financial institution for details. Failure to receive a Tax Notice does not reduce YOUR responsibility for the payment of taxes and penalty. A late payment fee of 1.25% is added to any unpaid taxes on the first day of default and on the first day of each month, as long as the taxes remain unpaid. NOTICE OF COMPLETION CLASS ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT for ROUGEMOUNT DRIVE The City of Pickering has completed the study and is finalizing design features and details of proposed improvements required for Rougemount Drive from Rouge Hill Court, north to Altona Road. The design has addressed traffic management issues including speeds and pass through traffic by utilizing the most current traffic calming techniques. The project plans and design file are available at City Hall for viewing. These works are scheduled for construction commencement in May 2003, subject to Council budget approval. This Study has been conducted in accordance with the Schedule B requirements of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment, which is an approved process under the Environmental Assessment Act. Interested persons should provide written comment to the municipality on the proposal within 30 calendar days from the date of this Notice. Comment should be directed to: Darrell Selsky - Municipal Works Supervisor Tel: 905-420-4630 Fax: 905-420-4650 E-mail: DSelsky@city.pickering.on.ca If concerns arise regarding this project, which cannot be resolved in discussion with the municipality, a person or party may request that the Minister of the Environment make an order for the project to comply with Part II of the Environmental Assessment Act (referred to as a Part II Order), which addresses individual environmental assessments. Requests must be received by the Minister at the address below within 30 days of this notice. A copy of the request must also be sent to the Municipal Works Supervisor listed above. If there is no “request” received by March 20, 2003, the project will proceed to construction (subject to Council approval) as presented. Minister of the Environment 135 St. Clair Avenue 10th Floor, Toronto, Ont. M4V 1P5 Enjoy the live cultural performances and visit the displays at the annual... 2003 Heritage Week Celebration Event Hosted by The City of Pickering Advisory Committee on Race Relations and Equity Friday, February 21st starting at 6:30 pm & Saturday, February 22nd starting at 11:00 am at Pickering Town Centre (Centre Court) Special thanks to J. Allan Arsenault, Centre Manager, of Pickering Town Centre for his support of this annual event. 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Luncheon guests will enjoy a full- course lunch, be eligible for dozens of raffle prizes and door prizes. A silent auction, fashion show and enough chocolate desserts to satisfy the biggest sweet tooth will round the 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. event –– and no doubt some tummies –– off. Tickets can be purchased with a credit card by calling 905-576-2567 or 1-888-301-1106. Tickets are also available at the Alzheimer Society’s office in the Os- hawa Centre’s executive centre, suite 207. Proceeds from the lunch will pro- vide local services for more than 4,000 people living in the area with Alzheimer disease and related de- mentia. DDUURRHHAAMM ––––Yellow daffodils are the first sign of spring - and a symbol of hope. Recruitment for the Canadian Cancer Society’s annual door-to- door campaign will take place at the Pickering Town Centre, Saturday, March 1, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for students aged 16 to 18. The cam- paign raises money to support can- cer research, support services for people living with cancer, treatment, and risk reduction. Canvassing takes place in April, designated as Daffodil Month, and is the largest fund-raiser for the Can- cer Society. More than 75,000 volunteers are involved each year throughout the country. Anyone interested in canvassing or other volunteer opportunities can contact the Canadian Cancer Soci- ety, Durham Region Unit, 1-800-668- 7830 or 905-725-1166, or visit www.cancer.ca. Petal power aids cancer research Seniors talk issues at forum AAJJAAXX —— Whitby-Ajax MPP Jim Fla- herty hosts a se- niors’ forum in Ajax this Fri- day. A number of local communi- ty organiza- tions, agencies and businesses will take part. There will be in- formation on services avail- able for seniors and Louise Crouch, a nutri- tionist with Durham Re- gion, discusses the importance of nutrition. There’s also the chance to have a choles- terol test, if you reserve a spot in advance. It’s being held Friday, Feb. 21, at 10 a.m. at the Annandale Golf and Curling Club, at the cor- ner of Church and Bayly streets. To re- serve a spot or for more infor- mation, call 905- 430-1141. Ajax, Pickering to soon go green DDUURRHHAAMM –––– Ajax and Pick- ering residents could be turn- ing blue then green with a de- cision to begin an expanded re- cycling program this May and curbside com- posting as early as March 30, 2004. Wednesday, regional council committed to extending the expanded Blue Box collection to Oshawa, Whitby, Ajax and Pickering this May. New items will in- clude all-plastic twist-top con- tainers, aerosol cans, empty paint cans, drink boxes and gable-topped containers like milk and juice cartons. The other four Durham municipalities kicked off the service on Tues- day, Feb. 11. Politicians also agreed to target March 30, 2004 for curbside col- lection of organ- ic kitchen waste including veg- etables, fruits, meat, dairy, cof- fee grinds and some other items. The Region is currently re- viewing two proposals from private compa- nies proposing to build com- post facilities to process the kitchen waste. In order to adopt curbside organic collec- tion, Pickering and Ajax will need to renego- tiate contracts with current contractors. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 19, 2003, 2002 PAGE A9 A/P FACES of the FUTURE 200 schools across Durham Region / 500 outstanding students from sport and the arts Elementary principals call now to book your photo shoot for the 2003 Faces of the Future 905-683-5110, Ext. 250 This Week ✦The Times Journal The Canadian Statesman ✦News Advertiser 2003BByy KKeeiitthh GGiilllliiggaann Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ——The day starts at 8:30 a.m. and there’s usually someone waiting for the doors to open. And, in a typical day, the doors aren’t locked until 10 p.m. It’s the Durham Family Court Clinic and for 22 years, people have been coming. The reasons they come to the fa- cility varies, but come they do. Per- haps it’s a divorcing couple seeking mediation, or a young offender who has been ordered to the clinic for an assessment. Each day, more than 20 youths attend school there because they can’t cope in the regular system. “At 8:30 often there’s someone here for mediation,” says executive director Sylvia Pivko. “The kids are here for their classroom.” In the afternoons, there’s media- tion. “We try to accommodate the parties who are often working,” she notes. “Often, there’s someone here until 10 at night.” Not only are the clinic offices busy, but some of the 40 employees are usually out in the community doing their jobs. The Family Law Information Centre (FLIC) oper- ates at the United Family Court in the Michael Starr building in down- town Oshawa, while members of the community support team (CST) are out meeting with clients. There is also Return Ticket, a new program sponsored by the Ed- ucation Ministry for youths who have been expelled from the regu- lar school system. In addition to its employees, the clinic also has five post-secondary students getting on-the-job train- ing, a board of directors of 12, and 30 volunteers. The annual budget totals $1.2 million, with funding from a variety of sources, such as provincial ministries. “Eighty per cent of the things we do are in partnership with other agencies. “There’s little we do on our own,” notes Ms. Pivko. For young offenders, the services include clinical court assessments ordered by judges, individual, fami- ly and group treatments, and an arson prevention program. In addi- tion to mediation for separating and divorcing couples, there are also the parent information pro- gram and custody and access as- sessments. ‘SNAP’ is a program offered in conjunction with Kinark Child and Family Services for children under 12 years old who have had contact with the police. Parenting capacity assessments are also conducted when referred by the Children’s Aid Society. “All our services, except for the mediation, deal with the complex,” Ms. Pivko says. “We’re the end of the road, after everyone has tried everything else.” Furthermore, “Our client ser- vices are more complex,” says Na- talie MacDonald of resource devel- opment. “This is one opportunity, when they’re brought to us, we have such an important role to play.” If the DFCC can’t help them, “they could end up dead or in the court system,” Ms. Pivko adds. “It took 12 to 15 years for the young person to become who they are. They won’t change overnight. It takes time to undo it.” Treatment is based on a “holis- tic” approach, Ms. Pivko notes, with the five CST members dealing not only with the youth, but their families as well. “We assess high-risk youth. A young offender may be before a judge and they may feel the youth needs extra attention. We’ll do an assessment of the youth,” Ms. Pivko states. “At any given time, we get the highest risk young offenders in Durham. They may be referred by probation.” Of the 600 to 700 youths who may be on probation, “we have the top 100 who are at risk to reoffend. The work is long-term,” she states. “They don’t trust adults, so we spend the first six weeks building a relationship. We work with the kids in the long run. “We’re child-focused, assess- ment services.” The day treatment section “works with aggressive youths”, providing them with an education that includes life skills. “Some are on probation and some aren’t. They live at home and are connected with the Children’s Aid Society,” Ms. Pivko says. “They can’t make a start in school,” she says, pointing to the zero-tolerance policies now in the education system. “These kids can’t cope. “Their emotions and behaviours block their ability to learn.” To help them, the DFCC has two class- rooms offering education, through a partnership with the public school board. In addition to regular school curriculum, youths are also taught life skills, which will enable them to better cope. Through a cooking program “we not only feed their stomach, but skills they didn’t know,” Ms. Mac- Donald points out. “They’re eating better and learn- ing social skills.” Sitting down for a meal helps some develop social skills and the youths acquire a skill they may not possess, such as demonstrating proper table manners. “There’s trust and nurturing, ca- maraderie,” Ms. MacDonald adds. “They’re more and more alienat- ed, disenfranchised from the com- munity. They’ve closed doors to the community. They’ve lost contact,” Ms. Pivko says. “They have to de- velop new ties, to enhance the like- lihood of moving on.” Yo uths benefit because “they can take risks and they’re not use to it. They feel better about them- selves.” Clients are referred by “either their lawyer or the Family Law In- formation Centre or a counselling agency would suggest they might want to come here, or they know someone who’s been here or the courts order it,” Ms. Pivko says. The mediation service has 1,000 people walk in annually, while an- other 2,000 call for information. “It’s a new service; imagine if everybody knew about it,” Ms. Mac- Donald says. Clients are referred and it could be by the courts, a lawyer or social service agency. “Family courts are flooded. The volume is really high,” Ms. Pivko says. “We give them an option. The courts aren’t the only option. There is a need for an alternative. “Assessment is three to six months. We want to see families over time. “You can’t just walk into our of- f ice and determine if they can par- ent their child.” FLIC deals with “narrow issues” and “options to mediation. We can do it right there on the spot. Cases can be on custody or access,” Ms. Pivko notes. “If it’s before a judge and the judge feels it’s very close (to a settlement)” he may refer it to FLIC. “We call it our ‘emerg’ clinic,” Ms. Pivko says. “Everyone walks in and every day is different.” To ensure the current list of pro- g rams the agency offers continues and new ones can be added, the Seeds of Hope fund-raising cam- paign is under way and the goal is $200,000, Ms. MacDonald says. “Fund-raising will increase the availability to new services and strengthen our existing services,” Ms. MacDonald says, adding there will be corporate and community sides. “We were lucky to be granted a substantial amount of money to offer it next summer,” Ms. MacDon- ald says of a summer camp. “We’ve never had (a fund-raising campaign) before. We’re just at the beginning of starting our corporate and community appeals.” Over the next six months to a year, the corporate appeal will begin. Reaching the goal would “really help us augment services. “We could provide services earli- er,” Ms. MacDonald notes. “We have a unique service and we have to turn some people down. We need to refine our services more, with better services but in a smaller period of time.” Mediation, Intervention, Resolution The Durham Family Court Clinic has a broad and demanding responsibility Durham Family Court Clinic’s (DFCC) Sylvia Pivko is part of the team that deals each and every day with troubled youth, custody and ac- cess issues. The DFCC serves individuals and families and works with several other Durham Region organizations. As well, it provides ser- vices sponsored by the provincial government. Teacher Chris Carrey (left), placement stu- dent Amy Stew- ardson (centre), youth and family instructor Diane Van Der Ster (right) and place- ment student Tiffany Mo- hammed (seated, far right) work together in a classroom for youth learning at the Durham Family Court Clinic. Many local organizations may refer cases to the DFCC, while others, such as the provincial government, sponsor pro- grams. They include: The Children’s Aid Society of Durham Region; Ministry of the Attorney General; the Durham District School Board; Durham Family Mediation and Information Services; Unified Family Court; Ministry of Community and Social Ser- vices. PPrrooggrraammss: FFoorr yyoouunngg ooffffeennddeerrss:: • Clinical court assessments; • Individual, family and group treatment (clients referred by Probation Services); • Day treatment (schooling and counselling for youths); • Clinical consultation to community agencies and services; • TAPP-C (The Arson Prevention Program for Children). FFoorr sseeppaarraattiinngg aanndd//oorr ddiivvoorrcciinngg ffaammiilliieess:: • Information and referral programs; • Family mediation; • Parent Information Program; • Custody and/or access assessments. FFoorr ffaammiilliieess iinnvvoollvveedd iinn tthhee cchhiilldd wweellffaarree ssyysstteemm:: • Parenting capacity assessments referred by the Children’s Aid Society. FFoorr cchhiillddrreenn uunnddeerr 1122 aanndd tthheeiirr ffaammiilliieess:: • SNAP for children under 12 who have come into contact with the police (collaborative service with Kinark Child and Family Services). FFoorr ffuullllyy eexxppeelllleedd ssttuuddeennttss:: • Return Ticket, a demonstration program offering a strict dis- cipline educational setting. DDFFCCCC cclliieennttss aanndd tthhee pprrooggrraammss aavvaaiillaabbllee:: Pickering honoured many volun- teers at its annual Civic Awards cel- ebration Jan. 27, including environ- ment award winners Michael T. Wall and the Bloomers and Britches. Mr. Wall, originally from New- foundland, is an avid recycler and conservationist. To promote recy- cling he penned the lyrics to ‘The Recycling Song’. First written and recorded in 1992, the song was also released on a CD, by World International Records in Vienna, with other artists. It was a hit in the United Kingdom and made the airwaves in the United States where a country radio station in Texas often played the catchy tune: Reduce, reuse, recycle, That’s all you have to do. The future of our children, Depends on me and you. So let’s all get together, And let our work be seen, Encourage people everywhere, To keep our planet clean. ‘The Recycling Song’ is on a tape I take to schools to play for students during my composting puppet show, ‘Pee Wee at Castle Compost’. In fact, Mr. Wall is now penning a song about Pee Wee the little red wiggler and composting. Other tunes he sings for the envi- ronment include, ‘It’s Recycling Time’, ‘Why Recycle’, ‘Blue Box Blues’, and ‘Protect our Planet’. “Everybody’s concerned about the environment, but not many enter- tainers are doing anything about it,” said Mr. Wall. It would be a credit to our society if everyone embraced the environ- ment in their place of work. Bloomers and Britches, a garden- ing club at Pickering Museum Vil- lage, researches heritage flowers, shrubs, trees, fruit and vegetable plants, allowing members to plan specific period gardens. As part of their research, the 26 club members visit heritage and heirloom nurseries and other his- toric museums. They have learned about the medicinal uses of herbs grown in the gardens as well as how to plant material that was used to dye wool. This information is passed along to visitors by guides and through demonstrations. Through fund-rais- ing efforts, the group has purchased tools and heritage seeds and plants. In addition to adding authenticity to the village, Bloomers and Britch- es has further beautified an impor- tant part of our heritage. Congratulations to both winners. “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has,” — Mar- garet Mead ❑ ❑ ❑ UUPPCCOOMMIINNGG EEVVEENNTT::A one-day conference, ‘composting matters’, is scheduled for Tuesday, March 25 at the University of Guelph. For more information, call 416-535-0240. It Pays to Pay your News Advertiser Carrier “SERVICE WORTH PAYING FOR” Just ask June Thomas (right) of Ajax who paid her carrier and won a $1,000 Shopping Spree in the Ajax/Pickering News Advertiser’s collection draw, which she has chosen to spend at Home Depot. The carrier on this route, Samson, also received a $25.00 bonus. Congratulating Mrs. Thomas is Michelle Qurrey from the News Advertiser. 2nd prize winner of a $100.00 shopping spree is Janet Kenyon (not shown) of Ajax, which she has chosen to spend at Food Basics and our 3rd prize winner of a $50.00 shopping spree is Annette McColl (not shown) of Ajax, which she has chosen to spend at The Bay. 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Oshawa Info.: 905-728-5163 Prices $ 6 to $ 13 - Free Parking HOCKEY • Fri., Feb. 21, 7:35pm “Staples Night” vs. Barrie • Sat., Feb. 22, 2:05pm “Gov’t of Canada Day” vs. Ottawa SSppoorrttss &&RReeccrreeaattiioonn WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2003 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ AL RIVETT, SPORTS EDITOR 905-683-5110 EXT. 250 Unbeaten Spartans sweep aside Ajax High Perfect regular season aside, Dunbarton senior girls turn focus to LOSSA volleyball playoffs BByy AAll RRiivveetttt Sports Editor PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ——The Dunbarton High School Spartans senior girls’ volley- ball team is on a big-time roll. The team has piled up an impres- sive season to date, one they hope will get even better when the Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) playoffs get under way at the Pickering school Thursday. So far, the Spartans have been picture perfect, posting an 8-0 record at the end of league play. The Spartans capped their unblemished regular season Tuesday afternoon by defeating the Ajax High School Rams 3-0 (25-19, 25-16 and 15-14) to finish on top of the league’s West Di- vision. The victory, said coach Joanne Aru, wasn’t as easy as the score would indicate. That was due to an injury to the club’s setter Meghan Fo r d, who wasn’t available for the game after being in a car accident over the weekend. Ford, however, is due back for the Spartans when they open round- robin playoff action. But, as has been the case so often this season, the Spartans’ starting six played with poise, even without the services of Ford, to record the sweep over the visitors. The veteran makeup of the Spar- tans, said Aru, is the prime reason the club has been unbeatable this season. “The girls have played together a lot. This is their fourth year togeth- er as a team and that makes a big difference in our depth and in our confidence on the court,” she said. “A fter this long in their volleyball ca- reers, they’re starting to come into their own.” In addition to the perfect season, the Spartans have also won every tournament they entered. At the University of Toronto event in De- cember, the Spartans defeated a Richmond Hill school in the cham- pionship game. At the Eastdale tournament last month, the Dun- barton girls dispatched Port Perry High School in the final. The Spartans’ court leadership comes from three of starters who are also club players. Power hitter Breigh Cameron also played with the Scarborough Solars. Ford is a setter with the Durham Attack and Jenna McNeely, who plays middle, is in the York Stingrays lineup. McNeely, who’s been playing at Dunbarton since Grade 9, said the team has been successful because of the chemistry. “We have a great group of girls and everything has really come to- gether this year,” she said. “It’s not like it’s one person — we’re all good players. A couple of players help out with being in club, but it’s the all- around talent of the team that has made us successful.” The team has enjoyed decent high school seasons in the past, noted McNeely, but this year the club has put it all together. “I think we’re more confident playing together and that has helped us a lot,” she said. “There are no real captains on the team. We pretty much push each other and we’ve never had a moment where we’re down. We have the confidence to talk to one another and bring each other up. We can say whatever we want to say to one another.” Aru noted although her Spartans are undefeated, it’s no guarantee of a clear run to the LOSSA champi- onship. “Our biggest competition should be Sinclair (Secondary School Celtics) and Anderson (CVI Raiders). We don’t meet them often because they’re in the east. They should give us a stiff test, but we’re hoping to come out on top,” said Aru. It’s pointless to wrestle with Jake Team Impact grappler takes no prisoners on the mat BByy AAll RRiivveetttt Sports Editor AAJJAAXX ——After a year of being slowed by injuries, an area wrestler is back on the mat with a vengeance. Jake Ledoux has been nothing less than a dominant force this sea- son as a member of the Team Im- pact Wrestling Club and the Picker- ing High School (PHS) wrestling team. Most impressive is the fact Ledoux has lined up opposite 17 op- ponents at three wrestling tourna- ments so far this season, and no one has been able to beat the 17-year-old phenom. Even more extraordinary is not only has he not lost, but no one has been able to take a single point from him. Ledoux did the expected and cap- tured his weight class at the Ontario Provincial Juvenile Wrestling event at Brock University in St. Catharines earlier this month. Wrestling for Team Impact in the 63- kilogram (138 pounds) weight class, he was head and shoulders above the 32 others in the weight class. To wit, he wrestled and defeated five opponents, winning all his matches in the first of the scheduled two rounds, by opening a 10-point spread. In the final, Ledoux demol- ished Landon Lenardezzy of Wind- sor 11-0. The title represents Ledoux’s sev- enth provincial championship since taking up wrestling as a 12-year-old. It was his first time back at the provincials after returning from an injury that kept him off the mat for most of last year. “I got hurt last year and I didn’t wrestle at the provincials, so I didn’t know what to expect,” said the Grade 12 student at PHS, who moved from Pickering to Port Perry five months ago. Ledoux suffered a shoulder injury at a university tournament last May where he paid the price for wrestling against older and stronger oppo- nents. He did, however, finish fourth at the meet, but the injury forced him to shut it down for the rest of the season. Ledoux started his season at the Andrew Iwanowski/ News Advertiser Paul Harrison takes Team Impact Wrestling Club teammate Jake Ledoux to the mat during a recent practice session at Pickering High School. It’s one of the rare times this season anyone has gotten the better of Ledoux, who has had 17 matches, won all of them, while not surrendering a single point to an opponent so far this season. Sports Briefs FEBRUARY 19, 2003 Former Panther shows Spirit in playoff sweep PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ——A former Pickering Panthers player is having a solid playoffs with his new team, the Stouffville Spirit. Brent Chandler, who played with the Panthers’ for the past four years, was traded to the Spirit of the OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League at the trade deadline last month. Since then, the veteran forward has been proving his wor th, especially in the post-season. Chandler chalked up four points (three goals and an assist) in the Spirit’s North Conference quarter-final sweep of the Couchiching Terriers in the best-of- seven series. In the opening game, the Spirit trailed 2-0 early, but Chandler’s goal provided some spark as Stouffville went on to win 3- 2. In Game 2, the match was 2-2 after regulation time. With 32 seconds to go in the first overtime frame, Chandler potted the game winner to put the Spirit in the driver’s seat. Chandler had no points in Game 3, a 5-2 victory. He contributed a goal and an assist in Game 4 as Stouffville knocked Couchiching from the playoffs with a 4-2 victory. Chandler and his mates now suit up against the Newmarket Hurricanes in the best-of-seven North Conference semifinal series that gets under way Thursday in Newmarket. Game 2 is slated for Stouf- fville on Saturday at 4:30 p.m. Coffey time earns Panthers some consolation PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ——The Pickering Panthers Sheridan Dental minor bantam ‘AA’ rep hockey team rebounded from a tough semifinal loss to take the consolation championship at the recent Paul Coffey Tournament. The Panthers got off to a strong start against the Brampton Battalion — last year’s OMHA finalists — in the consolation final and never let up en route to a 5-1 vic- tory. Goaltenders Kevin Prebble and James Balsdon were both solid, with Bals- don winning the player of the game award. Scoring for Pickering were Kyle Ram- say, Steven Shanks, David Johnson, Chris Paul and Travis Hendry. Assists went to Shawn Watson, Craig Watters and Johnson each with two, Hendry and Ramsay. The Panthers lost a 3-2 overtime heartbreaker in the semifinal game to the Mississauga Jets. Mississauga scored six minutes into the first extra period. The Panthers dominated the game, but just couldn’t get the goal to send them off to the finals. Scoring were Ian Doherty and Ramsay, with assists to Michael Mayne, Paul and Hendry. In the preliminary games, the Panthers were on fire. The bantams started the tournament with a 1-1 tie against the Mississauga Hor- nets. Nick Johnston scored for Pickering, assisted by Blake Coultice. In Game 2, the Panthers demolished the Toronto Royals 7-1, with Balsdon be- tween the pipes. Paul scored twice, with singles to Michael Hurl, Ryan Lamanna, Wa tson, Coultice and Hendry. Assists went to Paul, Watson, and Lamanna each with two, Adam Morra, Coultice, Watters, John- son, Doherty, Hurl and Shanks. Pickering needed a victory over the Hamilton Reps to secure a playoff spot and came away with a convincing 4-0 win. Prebble earned the shutout. Johnston scored twice, with Lamanna and Johnson notching one apiece. Assists went to Wat- son and Paul with two apiece, Hurl, Morra, Doherty, and Mayne. In league play, the Panthers wrapped up first place in the East Division of the OMHA York/Simcoe League with a record of 18-11-1 and received a bye in the first round of the playoffs. The Panthers have been on a tear at the end of the regular season and are playing hard for their teammate Matt Miller who is out with a broken leg. BBRREENNTT CCHHAANNDDLLEERR Productive playoff series with Spirit. Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photos Above, Dunbarton Spartans’ Arianne MacNeill is met at the net by an Ajax High School Rams player during LOSSA senior girls’ volleyball action at Dunbarton Monday. At left, Dunbarton Spartans team members, from left, MacNeill, Christine Banjac, Ashley Kong, Hilary Peacock, Jenna McNeely and Breigh Cameron. ✦ Please see Ledoux, B2 Campbellford Invitational meet with the PHS team, winning his seven matches. Next, he joined his school team at a tournament at Port Perry High School where he again domi- nated his weight class, winning all five matches. Team Impact coach Stan Tzogas calls Ledoux “the best athlete I’ve ever coached”, having groomed him on the mat since age 12. Tzogas’s not surprised he’s winning, but the way he’s winning is definitely a rarity. “It’s a difficult thing to do. Not too many people have done it,” ex- plained Tzogas. Tzogas pointed to the experience Ledoux has gained as a member of Team Impact, an Ajax-based club that draws the best wrestlers from across Durham Region, as a prime reason for his success. “He trains with several of the top wrestlers in the country. He’s drilling with Mike Francis who was a runner-up at the Pan-American Games, Paul Harrison who was fourth at the senior nationals and Ainsley Robinson who was at the Olympics in 1996. In this environ- ment, he gets to learn a lot of high- level skills and tactics,” said Tzogas. Ledoux concurred. “Having those guys for workout partners is like having a coach work out with you,” he said. “And those guys don’t take it easy on him,” interjected Tzogas. But, most of all, Tzogas pointed to Ledoux’s fierce desire to win that keeps pushing him to be better every time he’s on the mat. “He’s extremely highly motivated and very driven to succeed. Anybody who’s really good at this sport has to be like that,” he said. Ledoux is preparing to wrestle at two big meets. He expects to com- pete at the Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) wrestling championships at Port Perry High School Thursday, and hopefully end up competing for PHS at the On- tario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) Wrestling Championships in Sarnia March 3 to 5. As well, he’ll represent Team Im- pact at the Canadian Wrestling Championships in Calgary April 2 to 7. “I hope I’ll do all right,” said Ledoux. “I’m training really hard, so I hope the results will be there.” P PAGE B2 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 19, 2003 www.durhamregion.com two words this RRSP season: guaranteed returns New Canada Savings Bonds the way to save. guaranteed. *The Minister of Finance may end the sale of bonds at any time. Now’s the time to buy New Canada Savings Bonds. They make an excellent RRSP choice and are guaranteed by the Government of Canada. 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See page B4 High school talent hits the stage PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG –––– The play's the thing in Picker- ing later this month as Durham high school students take to the stage. The Sears Drama Festival is set for Feb. 25 to 28 at Dunbar- ton High School, showcasing the live theatre tal- ents of students from 11 Durham public and Catholic schools. The cur tain rises each night at 7 p.m. All seats must be reserved and tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for students. To buy tickets, call 905-839-1125, voice mail #472. The lineup is: FFeebb.. 2255 Anderson CVI -- 'Stand Centre Stage and Bark.' Notre Dame CSS -- 'Every- man.' Pickering HS - - 'The Ecstasy of Rita Joe.' FFeebb.. 2266 Cartwright HS -- 'Odds Are.' RS McLaugh- lin CVI -- 'Little Sister.' Eastdale CVI - - 'The Actor's Nightmare.' FFeebb.. 2277 J. Clarke Richardson Col- legiate -- 'My Two Loves: A Midsummer's Nightmare.' Anderson -- 'Pals.' Sinclair SS -- 'All the World's A Stage.' FFeebb.. 2288 M onsignor Paul Dwyer CHS -- 'I Never Saw Another Butterfly.' Uxbridge SS -- 'New Canadian Kid.' Dunbarton -- 'Sounds of Si- lence.’ They laughed and laughed Actors have a blast with new Herongate play BByy TToonnyy DDooyyllee Staff Editor PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ––––Playing Harold Anderson is proving to be more than Ray Porrill bar- gained for. "It's not something you real- ly go for as an actor, but it is a fun opportunity to go over- board as an actor, chewing up the scenery and emoting a bit," said the Oshawa actor, who is currently starring in 'Is The Real You Really You?' at Herongate Barn Dinner The- atre. In fact, the role has turned into more fun than he could have imagined. There were laughs, and laughs, and laughs, from the first reading right through to the end of the rehearsals, reported Porrill. Even now, taking the John To bias play to audiences and trying to keep the chuckles in check proves to be tough. "There are times I've got to admit to biting the inside of my cheek a bit," he said. Harold's life is as routine as it gets. So much so, that one night he arrives home and dis- cusses the kids and what's for dinner with his wife, Honey. However, he has overlooked one glaring detail: Honey's not his wife and he's in the wrong apartment. "He's a typical businessman who's sort of in a rut in life," ex- plained Porrill. "It's to the point he's just falling into a routine whenever he has a conversation with his wife. He knows the questions and knows the answers. "They're in such a rut, the conversation is so well known, it's so ingrained, they don't have to pay attention to the answer." The comedy continues with the introduction of James Creighton as Honey's husband Henry, and Harold's wife, played by Pickering resident Carol Parsons. Porrill's wife Elizabeth Holden plays Honey. Director Ann Ward said the production is a nice change from the recent run at Heron- gate and kicks off a series of American comedies coming to the Whitevale theatre. "The way it's worked out, I think I've been directing one British farce after another," she said. "You deal with stock characters so once in awhile it's nice to try something dif- ferent." Porrill and Holden are no strangers to Herongate, ap- pearing in their 10th and fifth productions, respectively. Porrill caught the acting bug while living in northern British Columbia back in 1986. A friend asked him to do a music score for a play there, and, having so much fun, he decided to try out for the the- atre group's next production. "I auditioned, got about the third lead and ever since then, I've had a lot of fun with it," re- called the Blackstock native. Roles with a number of Durham theatre groups are among his other credits. 'Is The Real You Really You?' runs Thursdays to Sun- days until March 22. Heron- gate is at 2885 Altona Rd. Ray Porrill is attacked by James Creighton, while Elizabeth Holden and Carol Parsons discuss their differences in ‘Is The Real You Really You?’, now playing at Herongate Barn Dinner Theatre. BByy JJaannee MMccDDoonnaalldd Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ––––He was born here, near Claremont in what was then known as Pickering Township. His Scottish grandfather had settled near Whitby and his father attended school there. Perhaps the most important connec- tion is Tom Thomson painted at Lake Scugog. But there's more to the great artist's ties to Durham Region. He has been an ongoing subject of study by art historian, author and cu- rator Joan Murray for more than 30 years. Murray, director emeritus of the Robert McLaughlin Gallery, is con- sidered an expert on Tom Thomson. So, when the National Gallery of Canada and the Art Gallery of On- tario organized the most comprehen- sive exhibit of Thomson's work since his death almost 86 years ago, they called on Murray. Having authored 20 books, several of them on Thom- son, the Whitby resident provided de- scriptions of materials, inscriptions, attributions, exhibition history and literature for the National Gallery's massive volume accompanying last summer's exhibition. The Thomson exhibit featured by the Ottawa gallery is long gone and it's still a few months before it opens at the Art Gallery of Ontario in To ronto. But for those lucky enough to attend Murray's first lecture in her 'Extraordinary lives: great Canadian artists of the 20th century' series at the McLaughlin Gallery in Oshawa Fe b. 10, the Thomson story proved as intriguing as ever. "This is a Durham (Region) story," she began. And so it is. As deftly as Thomson guided fishermen, nature- lovers and his paint brush through Algonquin Park in the early part of the last century, so did Murray take her students through the extraordi- nary life of her first of seven subjects. Called 'The unexpected Tom Thomson', the first lecture didn't dis- appoint. Born here more than 125 years ago, the painter of familiar scenes of nature inspired his col- leagues -- the Group of Seven -- three years after Thomson's mysterious death. "He was ill as a child and had no high school education," said Murray. "He was allowed to roam freely... he loved fishing. " Much of what Thomson accom- plished in his short life began slowly when he attended business college and eventually worked as a designer and commercial artist. He had his heart broken at least once and, as well as fishing, he liked to party. "His friends said he seemed much of the time to be drifting," said Mur- ray. With no education and merely good penmanship derived from his business college experience, he fol- lowed an older brother to Seattle and fell in love. "She was quite a bit younger, effer- vescent and nervous," explained Murray. When Thomson proposed, she laughed. "He cast her an astonished look and turned on his heel. He became an artist on the train on the way home. He made the decision to prove him- self as an artist. Back he comes to Toronto and gets jobs in various commercial art houses. At night he studies to become an artist." It was an unhappy time for the budding artist. He was no longer a young man and drank on those nights. "He wasn't an alcoholic," added Murray. "He was an enthusiast and he drank with enthusiasm like he did everything else." When he saw A.Y. Jackson's art- work at the Canadian National Exhi- bition one summer he took off as an artist. It was only for five years until his mysterious, untimely death in 1917 , that he painted seriously. "His work carried elements of de- sign. He loved movement: clouds rac- ing and water... and he loved poetry," explained Murray, as she showed slides of his famous works. As for the mystery of the artist's death, Murray thinks he was mur- dered. His body was found in Canoe Lake in Algonquin Park after he was last seen a week before. His temple was bruised and his ear had bled. His posthumous reputation was due in large part to the members of the Group of Seven. Joan Murray's extraordinary lives series continues at the Robert McL aughlin Gallery each Monday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. through to March 31, with the exception of March 10. Admission is $15 for mem- bers and $22 for non-members for the series or $5 or $7 per session. P PAGE B4 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 19, 2003 www.durhamregion.com President’s Choice Financial no fee daily banking birthday celebration. 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The play will be pre- sented throughout the castle, with g uests following one of several characters throughout the building and grounds, meeting other char- acters and witnessing the play in action. Trafalgar Castle, 401 Reynolds St., was built in the Elizabethan style as a private home in 1859 by Nelson Gilbert Reynolds, the sher- iff of Ontario County. It became a private school in 1874 after he'd been forced to sell the home to cover gambling debts. "Trafalgar Castle has always fas- cinated me," said Driftwood artis- tic director Jeremy Smith. "I was fortunate enough to take a guided tour during the spring of 2002. I was inspired by the majesty of its main hall, grand staircase, chapel and concert hall. My imagination ran wild with possibilities." It's an apt location for 'Hamlet,' a tale of the young Danish prince who discovers his father has been murdered by his uncle, who has married his mother. Hamlet sets out to prove his uncle's guilt, leading to sorrow for many characters. The production will star Alan Dilworth as Hamlet, Peter van Gestel as Claudius, Jennifer Lester as Ophelia, Michelle Leduc as Gertrude, Michelle Alderson as Horatio, Matt Bois as Laertes, Jill Morrison as Rosencrantz, Philip Sword as Guildenstern, Peter Nicol as Hamlet's father's ghost and the player king and Nika Berry as sev- eral characters including the gravedigger. Cocktails will begin at 6:30 p.m. and the performance at 7 p.m. Din- ner will be held at intermission. Coffee and tea will follow the per- formance. Tickets for the gala are $95 per person (including dinner) or $750 for a table of 10. For information, call 905-576- 2396. Driftwood Theatre, founded eight years ago by Smith, has grown from a Durham-based orga- nization to a province-wide, out- door summer-touring theatre group. Meadowvale hits the air with first music video PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ––––Meadowvale's future is up in the air, er, make that on the air. The Pickering band's video 'Leave it Behind' hit the airwaves this week, getting play on Much Music and Edge TV. Telling the story of a relationship falling apart, the video was filmed at a Pickering farm last fall. The four-man band featuring gui- tarist and lead vocalist Barry Mantle, Trever Coughlan on guitar and vocals, Tav Hotoyan on drums and Aaran Wood on bass, is also getting set for its next show Friday, Feb. 21 at Brew- ster's Bar and Pub in Pickering. The free show gets under way at 9 p.m. The night also features special guests Frunt Row Center, The Gradu- ation Day, and Toe. On Feb. 22, Meadowvale takes part in Bandwarz at the Durham College pub, E.P. Taylor's, 2000 Simcoe St. N., in Oshawa. Advance tickets are $10 and available by calling Mantle at 416- 887-7460. Tickets are $12 at the door. The night begins at 7 p.m. Pickering band Meadowvale continues to make news. The group’s first video hit the airwaves last week. The four have two shows this weekend, including Bandwarz. DDUURRHHAAMM ----Renovations at the Centennial Build- ing, home to the Whitby Courthouse Theatre, have in turn forced the theatre group to do some renova- tions to its schedule. Originally planning to have the usual one-act play night in late winter at Heydenshore Pavilion and the year-end show in May at the Centennial Building theatre, WCT has had to push back things. The one-act plays will now be held in May and the first play back in the renovated theatre will be in November, said WCT president Bernadette Simms. Last year, based on the Town of Whitby's con- struction schedule, WCT planned a play in Novem- ber at Heydenshore, the one-act plays in March, also at Heydenshore, and a grand reopening at the theatre in May with Noel Coward's 'Blithe Spirit.' But the building won't be ready before May and the theatre group didn't relish the idea of rehearsing for the play while also in- stalling new lighting, cur- tains, a sound system and more, she said. So the one-act plays are May 8 to 10 and the 2003- 2004 season opens in No- vember with 'Blithe Spirit.' This way, WCT has the en- tire summer to get the the- atre ready for use, she said. "We're excited," Simms said. "They've still kept the historic feel of the building. They're doing a good job. WCT will have plenty of space. We can fill it easily." The group will now have a backstage, meaning ac- tors will no longer have to go outside to go stage left or stage right, a rehearsal hall, dressing rooms for men and women, makeup room, wardrobe room, workshop, office and green room. There will be a back entrance off the parking lot to complement the front entrance, an elevator and air conditioning. By the way, workers haven't found any evi- dence of ghosts during the renovations, she said. 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Pearson International Airport within a regional system of airports to enhance regional economic growth and development. Please note that Directors are exposed to liabilities similar to those of any other private corporation Director. Remuneration is determined and paid by the GTAA Board. Qualifications According to GTAA by-laws, you must be a Canadian Citizen of at least 18 years of age, a permanent resident, and cannot hold Federal, Provincial or Municipal elected office. As well, you cannot be employed by or be providing services on a full time basis to any Federal, Provincial or Municipal government or agency. The GTAA Board of Directors is seeking candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas, or any other relevant experience: Corporate Finance, Corporate Governance, Construction Management and Engineering, Air Transportation Industry Management, Aerospace Industry, Corporate Law, Urban Development, Environmental Affairs, High Technology Communications, CEO Experience – Corporate – Government, Knowledge of Labour Relations, International Corporate/Industry, Travel and Tourism Industry. If you wish to be considered for nomination as a member of the GTAA Board of Directors, please submit a brief expression of interest outlining your skills, abilities, knowledge and qualifications relevant to the position. Also include your name, address, telephone number, fax number and e-mail with your letter. Submissions will be accepted by FAX at 905-436-6612 or personal delivery no later than Wednesday, February 26, 2003 addressed to: A.L. 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On Feb. 23, George Blake and the Kalalu Folklore Theatre and TAS Gospel Singers tell the story 'Harriet Tubman: Libera- tor of Her People,' at 1 p.m. on the Brigantine stage. The same day at 1:45 p.m. at the Kiwanis Club stage, Whaley performs a children's set, connecting tell- together folktales and tunes. At 4 p.m., she'll perform an adult set, Celtic shadows, with Micki Beck and Dianne Chandler at the Hudson's Bay Charitable Foundation stage. Full information on the festi- val is available at www.story- tellingtoronto.org. The Celtic Celebration to Wel- come Spring is at Port Perry's Town Hall 1873, with traditional and original storytelling, music and song. Folklore Society members Lucy Brennan, Beck, Chandler, Crawford and Whaley are featured storytellers. Tick- ets are available at the Wee Tar- tan Shop, 221 Queen St., Port Perry (905-985-6573) or from artistic director Dianne Chan- dler at 905-985-3424. The society is an umbrella group that encourages and sup- ports storytellers in Durham Region. It meets the fourth Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Arts Resource Centre behind City Hall in Oshawa. Group’s telling tales Heather Whaley and other members of the Durham Folklore Society have a busy few weeks ahead. Career Training500 CLASS A, D, AND Z Endorse- ment training at Durham Col- lege Whitby. Job opportunities for graduates. Call now and reserve your seat. Completion could take less than one month. 905-721-3368 or 905- 721-3340. Careers505 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSIS- TANT Oshawa, F/T. Require excellent knowledge of Word., WP, Excel. Knowledge of Frontpage and Quickbooks software an asset. Strong written and oral communica- tion skills required. Respond to File #884, by March 10th. to Oshawa This Week P.O. Box 481 Oshawa, ON, L1H 7L5. COMPUTER COURSES at Durham College. 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Goodyear plant located in Bowmanville is currently recruiting for the following full time positions: Chief Stationary Engineer Qualified stationary engineer with a 1st class designation with knowledge of mechanical systems. The ideal candidate must have excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to motivate and direct your staff. Industrial Electrician Industrial electrician license with an electronics and PLC designa- tion. The ideal candidate must be proficient at using RS LOGIX for programming and trouble shooting of PLCs Production Supervisors The successful candidate will have a minimum 3 years of super- visory experience in manufacturing with a college diploma. This position requires 12 hour continuous work schedule. Interested candidates please submit your resume to: Goodyear Canada Inc. 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Resumes to: Dave 905-509-6112 SALES ASSOCIATES Canada' Number One Home Furnishing Retailer is now hiring Sales Associates for furniture, appliance and electronic sales. (Men or women's fashion sales experience a plus). Home furnishings sales experience not necessary. However, you must be enthusiastic, personable, presentable and willing to learn. This is a rare opportunity for career-oriented individuals to join the renowned industry leader and earn above average incomes ($40,000 to $80,000) in a friendly, stable and profitable work environment. Our benefits include medical insurance, dental insurance, prescription drug plan, generous employee discounts and profit sharing, along with career growth opportunities to those who aspire to management positions. Please send your resume or apply to: Leon's Furniture 1500 Victoria St. E. Whitby, ON L1N 9M3 Please quote File #S2-16 We thank everyone who applies, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. presents BOOK YOUR BOOTH TODAY ! Special Newspaper Section: Friday May 09, 200 3 Tel: (905) 576-9335 o r (905) 683-0707 Fax: (905) 579-4218 e-mail: classifieds@durhamregion.com Wednesday, May 14, 2003 Holiday Inn 1011 Bloor Street East, Oshawa Open to public from 1pm till 8pm MAKE A “HEALTHY” CAREER CHOICE! FREE ADMISSION • FREE PARKING 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 510 General Help 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 100 Houses For Sale 100 Houses For Sale F A MILY RESPITE SERVICES Employment Opportunities available for RN’s and RPN’s All shifts available. High demand for evening and night shifts Fax or deliver resume to: Nursing Program Fax (905) 427-9615 865 Westney Road South Ajax, Ontario L1S 3M5 ATTENTION HOMEOWNERS 0% COMMISSION for sale or for rent by owner website and FREE newspaper www.privateexchange.com 905-426-5699 Apt./Condos For Sale110 1665 PICKERING PARKWAY, upgraded 2 bedrooms 2 baths, 2 indoor parking, solarium, large balcony, 1,250 plus sq. ft. 6 appliances. (905) 831- 5380, (416) 823-1825. PICKERING PARKWAY Condo for sale by owner. 2-brdms + den, 2 full baths, quiet bldg. $155,000. Call 905-831–4528 Mon-Fri after 7pm. Out-of-Town Properties120 MONTAGUE,PEI summer re- treat or year round 2 storey home, 2 baths, large country kitchen, many renovations, large treed lot w/private back yard. Five minute walk to town marina. 15 minute drive to sandy beach at Pamure Is. 10min drive to 2 renowned 18 hole golf courses at Bredenell. $89,000 Phone (902)838-4532 weekdays after 6pm, anytime weekend. Pictures upon re- quest. snc Lots & Acreages135 P.E.I. TWO 10 ACRE lots on quiet paved country road. 7 acres clear, 3 wooded with brook running through wooded area. 10 min. to Panmule Is- land Beach, 15 min. form (2) 18 hole renowned golf cours- es at Burdenell. $49,000 each. Phone (902) 838-4532 week- days after 6 p.m., anytime on weekends. snc Indust./ Comm. Space145 INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL unit for rent, new. 1000-sq.ft. high ceilings, overhead door, Courtice close to 401. Avail- able immediately, Call 905- 432-3935 Office & Business space150 400 SQ. FT FURNISHED of- fice space immediately avail- able. $350/month plus GST. One month free. Prime Osha- wa location. Call Steve or Steven 905-576-6999 or 905- 434-0041 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, Veltri Complex, Bowmanville. 68 King Street East. Office/Re- tail Rental Space. Parking & Wheelchair Accessible. Space ranging from 760-sq.ft to 2496-sq.ft. For more infor- mation call: 905-623-4172 MAIN FLOOR PROFESSION- AL office, 1305sq.ft. Dundas/ Garden, $1958/month in- cludes taxes & utilities. Ran- dolph Lengauer, Sutton Group (905)436–0990. SECOND FLOOR UNIT,ap- prox. 560 sq.ft. Simcoe St. N. Oshawa location. Available immediately. Parking on premises. Call Kathy or Bob (905)576-5123. SMALL, BRIGHT, Profession- al Office: Furnished, High Speed Internet & Voice Mail. $400 per month. Call 905-428- 0956 Business Opportunities160 FOR SALE 5 YEAR OLD well established beer/wine spirits, home delivery service. Seri- ous inquires only. Call (905) 431-1666, 6 a.m. - 9 p.m. only. MOMS/DADS.Work from home! Be there for your kids. No more daycare. No risk. Great income. www. freemoms.com/go4it 416-763- 9055 OSHAWA - ADELAIDE/HARMO- NY, lovely one bedroom, a/c, c/v, cable, separate entrance, bal- cony, pleasant surrounding, green space, bus route, no smoking/pets. Suit retired, semi retired or mature professional with reference. $750 incl. lst/last, Available March lst. (905) 720- 3737. SALES. ADVANCED Commis- sions. Working from home. Helping Attorney. Get paid da- ily. 905-430-3815 WORLDWIDE RESEARCH and development company in the wellness industry in over 40 countries looking to expand in Canada. Looking for 2 en- trepreneurs, full support. Call 1-800-833-2549. Apts. & Flats For Rent170 1 BEDROOM APT.avail., near Oshawa Centre. Please call 905-728-7361 Mon.-Fri. 9-5 1-BEDROOM BASEMENT apartment, Burcher Rd/Bayly, $650/month. No laundry. Fe- male preferred. Available im- mediately. No pets. No smok- ing. Parking available. Please call (905)426-1079. EXECUTIVE BASEMENT APT. Liverpool/Finch. Large 1-bed- room, livingroom, kitchen, 4pc. bath, laundry, c/air, parking, sep- arate entrance, Near 401/Go. Clean/quiet. March 1st. $700/month inclusive. Non-smok- ers, no pets. (905)839–9032. HWY#2/BROCK RD. BRAND NEW one bedroom basement apt. Separate entrance. Avail- able immediately. No smok- ing/no pets. $750. Call 905- 831-3830 or 416-219-7339. 2 BEDROOM BASEMENT apt., east Oshawa, separate entrance, avail. immediately, $700/month, first/last, references includes all utilities +parking, no laundry facilities, non-smoker. Call 905- 436-3986. TWO BEDROOM OSHAWA - large top floor triplex apart- ment building, 304 Banff Ave. quiet street, no pets, referenc- es, absolutely lst/last $800. March 8/15 (905) 571-5814. A MUST SEE! Oshawa, 2- bdrm in adult-occupied 3-unit contemporary bldg. Clean, quiet, laundry, private yard, parking, on bus route. Credit check, references, non- smoker, no pets. $753-inclu- sive, first/last. 905-427-2782. 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/mo. includes gas and water. Avail imme- diately. Call Garry Bolen, As- sociate Broker, Sutton Group (905) 436–0990 AJAX 67 Church St. Large 2 & 3-bdrm. Avail. Feb. & March in clean, quiet building. Start- ing from $1000/month in- cludes parking, hydro, new appliances. (905)426-1161 AJAX - Beautiful one bedroom basement apt. 4 appliances, own laundry, one parking, seperate entrance. Available Immediately. $850 inclusive. 905-426–7341. AJAX - small one bedroom basement apt. Will suit quiet single adult. Shared laundry and c/vac. One parking spot. Close to all amenities. Avail- able now. $625/inclusive. Call 905-852-4747 or 905-621- 4566. AJAX 2-Bedroom basement, 4-appliances, 2-car parking, close to schools, shopping, GO. $800+1/2 utilities. Avail- able March 1. Call Richard Days 416-865-7864 Evenings/ Weekends 905-686-9662. AJAX - HWY 2/CHURCH Clean, bright, 2 bedroom basement apartment, appx. 1,000 sq. ft. separate en- trance, 2 car parking, share laundry, fridge, stove, kitchen, living room, storage room, backyard, swimming pool, utilities included. No pets/ smoking. lst./last. Referenc- es. March lst. $975 mo. call 427–8297 AJAX -Two or one bedroom with den basement apartment, side and rear entrance, 4 piece bath, own laundry, parking. Call 905-619-1797 leave msg. AJAX- KINGS' CRES.,base- ment-apt., recently renovated w/fireplace, private entrance, laundry, 2-car parking, CAC, large yard, close to 401. $725. 905-426–4213 LUXURY SPACIOUS 1-bed- room apts overlooking park & Lake Scugog, 5 appliances. Excellent location. Downtown Water Street, Port Perry. Call 905-728-7361 Mon.-Fri. 8am- 5pm. AVAILABLE MARCH, WHITBY walkout, large bright one bedroom, parking, private pa- tio, no pets. First/last/refer- ences. $775/mo. 905-728– 5514 BEAUTIFUL 3-BEDROOM mainfloor bungalow. Liver- pool/Bayly, hardwood floors, 4-appliances, central-air, newly decorated, well main- tained, steps to mall/Go, am- ple parking, half utilities, no smoking/dogs. $1175/month 905-665-7355 CENTRAL OSHAWA 2-bdrm Avail. March & April 1st $825. Well-maintained building, near all amenities. 905-723- 0977 9am-5pm CLEAN,newly renovated, 1- bdrm, furnished, in quiet adult N.W Oshawa home, Carpet in bdrm./lvgm., kitchen with sep. eat area, 4-pc. bath. Near bus/ free park., Private entrance no smoking/pets. 905-728–2395 COURTICE - LOWER LEVEL of raised bungalow, country set- ting, peace and quiet, 2 bed- room,s living room,, dining room, full kitchen, 3 pc. bath- room, laundry facilities, park- ing, huge lot, close to 401 and all amenities. lst/last required. $l,200 per mo. all inclusive. no pets. For further details contact robert at (905) 431- 4504. or (905) 728–8979 COURTICE - BACHELOR APT no pets, lst / last required. Separate entrance, everything included. $580 per mo. For more information contact Ro- bert (905) 431-4504. HOUSE & APARTMENT FOR RENT. Cozy 3 Bedroom Bow- manville. Fresh paint, carpet, flooring. First/last, references required, $1225+ utilities. 2 bedroom, second floor apart- ment, King/Ritson area, Osha- wa. New paint, carpet, first/ last, references required, $775+ utilities, 1/2 gas, 1/2 water. 905-697–1940 for ap- pointment to view. HUGE,walkout 1bdrm. base- ment apt. Ravine lot. Full-size stove/fridge. Free cable, laun- dry/parking. Courtice, minutes to 401. $810 (Inclusive). March 1st. 905-579-5202. INDUSTRIAL UNIT - For rent or lease, at approx. 800 sq.ft. of office space, workshop, or storage, and parking. 905- 434-5494 or 905-579-1840 leave message. LARGE 1-BR basement, suit single, no pets/smoking, cable fridge/stove included. Shared laundry. First/last. References required. Bus route, no park- ing. 905-432-8170 (905)434- 6870. MAIN FLOOR 3 bedroom apt in Oshawa on Connery Street. 1-1/2 baths, laundry, parking. Available immediately $1000/ month inclusive. Call (519) 823–9120 NORTH AJAX - New 1-bdrm basement, full bath, a/c, sep- arate entrance, parking, No Pets/Non-Smoker. Avail. March. 1. $690 inclusive. First/last. Call 905-426-9072 ONE BEDROOM basement apt., in clean quiet building, Oshawa Simcoe/Olive, private entrance, parking, laundry, Avail. April, 1, no-dogs, inclu- sive $650. first/last. Call Bob 905-924-6075. ONE BEDROOM basement apartment, Scarborough $850. - 3 bedroom house - Picker- ing $l,600 - 2 bedroom bsmt apt. Pickering $l,l75. Call Anna Stinson, Min Com New Choice Realty (905) 428-4557. ONE BEDROOM basement, walkout, quiet residential, north Oshawa. All amenities included, parking. $650. first/ last. Available March 15. 905- 576-1320. PICKERING LARGE 1-bedroom basement apt. sep. entrance, $750 all inclusive, first/ last, available March, no pets, no smoking, call 905-839–9551 OSHAWA- 1 large bedroom No smoking/no pets. First/ last, cable +utilities included. $750. References required. Avail. Mar. 1st. 905-723-7228. OSHAWA - WHITBY,modern 1 bedroom apartment, from $650 plus hydro, 2 bedroom from $795 plus hydro in low rise, fridge, stove, parking, laundry included. lst/last, ref- erences required. Available immediately. (416) 818-3886 OSHAWA SPACIOUS 2-bed- room in duplex. Very clean, spacious, appliances, park- ing. First/last required, Avail- able immediately. $700/month plus utilities. (905)420–1846 OSHAWA 3 BEDROOM, clean mainfloor, fenced backyard, laundry, garage, $950 +utili- ties. Available April 1. Call 905-720-3275 OSHAWA APTS.professional new ownership/management, newly renovated 2+3 bed- rooms from $800, new ap- pliances. Building upgrades to include: security cameras, new windows and more! On transit route, near schools/ amenities. 905-404-4002 OSHAWA, Mary St North. bachelor apt, in home, laundry downstairs, parking, available immediately, close to all amenities, $550 inclusive. 905-743-0542 OSHAWA,Freshly painted updated decor, 2-bedroom, $725 plus hydro in clean, quiet bldg includes parking, laun- dry on site. Available March lst. (905)434–9844. OSHAWA/WHITBY, LARGE, very clean 1-bedroom, ground floor, fireplace, a/c, c/ v, patio, backyard, private laundry, utilities included. $885/month first/last. Refer- ences. No smoking/pets. Pro- fessional or retired singles preferred. (905)571–4407. 2-BDRMS BASEMENT in quiet house. Oshawa/Whitby. Sepa- rate entrance, parking. A must see! $900 inclusive, First/last, references. Suitable for quiet mature people. No pets. Available immediately. Call after 6p.m. 905-438-1935. PICKERING - 2 bedroom basement apartment. Brock/ Major Oaks. All inclusive. $l,000 negotiable. Available March l5th. Separate en- trance, one parking. No pets. (905) 426-2321. PICKERING - LUXURY One bedroom apartment in new house, high insulated ceilings, separate entrance with patio, central air, central vac, secur- ity, laundry, plus much more. Available March l5th. $850 in- clusive. Call (905) 421-9009. PICKERING Whites/Strouds- Large, bright, 1-bedroom basement, seperate entrance, $850mth, utilities included, gasfireplace, a/c, patio area. Available immediately, first/ last. Non-Smoker. 905-420– 4442 PICKERING 1-BEDROOM walk- out basement apt., Dixie/Hwy 2, professionally finished, available April 1st. Own laundry, modern kitchen, 4pc bath, parking, $950 inclusive. Slh APPTS. Call 905- 420-2430 PICKERING 1-Bdrm +extra room. Large basement apart- ment, $875 inclusive, first/last, references. Non-smoker, no pets, separate entrance. Avail. Mar. 1. Call 905-686-6259 PICKERING 2 APTS.large yard, A/C, C/Vac, 4 car park- ing, laundry, ceramics, ap- pliances. 2 bedroom, main floor, hardwood, garage, $925+. 2 bedroom basement, large windows in each room, $750+. March/April, no pets/ smoking, 905-426–2077. PICKERING VILLAGE - Spacious 1 bedroom basement apartment Single, non smoker, no pets, shared laundry, utilities included. Private entrance. Parking. Available immediately. $900 per mo. First and last. (905) 683–5507 PICKERING,1865 Glenanna Rd., 3 bedroom apts., close to shopping, schools, daycare, GO. 4 appliances, heating, air, carpeted, large suites. From $1100. Available March 1st. 905-831-1250 PICKERING,2-BDRM apt, parking, laundry, $1150 inclu- sive. Avail March 1st. 905- 831–2921 PICKERING,BAYLY/WHITES, large 2 bedroom basement, park- ing, AC. sep. ent., laundry, patio, private back yard, near bus/schools, avail. Mar. 1, $890 inclusive. 905-831-3091 PICKERING, LIVERPOOL/BAYLY, large bright spacious bachelor bsmt apt., a/c, cable, private entrance, utilities, share kitchen/ bath. Close to shopping/GO. $500. Prefer professional per- son. No pets/smoking. 1st/last/ ref. Avail. immediately. 905-831- 3655 after 5 or leave msg. REGENCY PLACE - 15 Regen- cy Cres., Whitby. 50+ Adult Lifestyle Apt. Complex. Clean quiet building, across from park. Close to downtown. Dai- ly activities incl. All utilities included. Call 905-430-7397. www.realstar.ca RUSSETT AVE.,N. off Sim- coe 2-bdrm. good location, well maintained 12-plex. Nice neighbourhood; Close to shopping, bus. $870. heating Cable/parking/ included, new- ly decorated, laundry facili- ties. Avail. Apr.1. No dogs. 905-576–2982. after 10am. SOUTH AJAX 2-bedroom basement apt, separate side entrance, 3-pc bath, own laun- dry, basic cable, $850 inclu- sive, March 1. Call 905-428– 6936 between 6:30-9:00pm AJAX main floor, 3-bedroom semi bungalow. March/April 1st. $1075plus. BASEMENT apartment, suit single, April 1st. $725. inclusive No pets/ smoking. First/last, referenc- es. (905)686–6773 SPARKLING, SPACIOUS 2- bedroom apartment in Osha- wa. $850/month inclusive, parking, laundry. Open House Tues., Feb. 26th, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. 216 Adelaide Ave. E., available immediately. Call 1- 866-622-7722. TESTA HEIGHTS -2 TESTA RD. UXBRIDGE One & two bedroom apts. available. Con- veniently located in Uxbridge in adult occupied building. Weekly tenant activities. Call 905-852-2534 www.realstar.ca WALK-OUT BASEMENT, bright kitchen/living area, 5 appliances, 1-bedroom, Rossland-Gerrard, $850. Ma- ture quiet person/couple w/ references preferred. Imme- diately. Mariette, Days 416- 364-0932, Cell 416-558-4590 WHITBY -Available Imme- diately, 1 bedroom basement apt. suitable for one person, parking, laundry. No smoking/ pets. $600/mth all inclusive. First/Last. Contact Carol 905- 666-5545. WHITBY BROCK/VICTORIA,2 bedroom self-contained basement apt, separate en- trance, parking, non-smoker, no pets. $775 all inclusive, first/last Available March 1st 905-665–8982 WHITBY PLACE, 900 DUN- DAS ST. E.,One and two bed- room units park like setting, close to downtown, low rise bldg, laundry facilities, balco- ny, parking. 905-430–5420. www.realstar.ca NORTH OSHAWA, 2 bedroom Mar. lst or April lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two appliances included. Pay cable, parking, and laun- dry facilities. (905) 723–2094. Condominiums For Rent180 1625 PICKERING PARKWAY. Immaculate, spacious 1-bdrm w/den & ensuite. Near 401/Go & Pickering Town Centre. 5 appliances, 1-underground parking. $1275 inclusive. Call Brent 905-619-8000 COLLINGWOOD, Cranberry, 3 bedroom, 3 baths, fireplace, fully equipped, ski season $6500. 905-294-6776. PICKERING PARKWAY, 3 bedroom, spacious, quiet building, $1375 per month plus hydro. Avail. March 1, 1,300 sq. ft. Call (647)271– 6999 (local) 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. 3 BEDROOM 2-storey detached brick house, fenced yard, deck, garage, living/diningroom /kitchen, in move-in condition. Basement not included. Available April 1st. Location Westney/Hwy. 2, close to 401. $1050/mo+utili- ties. Credit check a must. Call 905-427–4847 3 BEDROOM upper unit, great neighborhood, Adelaide/Ste- venson, Oshawa. very clean, new appliances, laundry, hardwood. All utilities included. $1350. No smoking/no pets. Available March 1st. 905-424-1125. 3+1-BEDROOM semi in quiet Oshawa neighborhood. Eat-in kitchen, F.A.G., a/c, c/v, hard- wood, private backyard. Near park, schools. $1350+utilities. Avail. April 1st (905)721–8607 A PICKERING,large 4-bdrms, 1-1/2 baths, familyroom w/fire- place, walk-out to deck, garage, 5 appliances, $1500. www.upscalerentals.ca More rentals available. 647-280- 4074 KENDAL, BEAUTIFUL country bungalow, minutes to Oshawa ski club, spacious, open con- cept, available April 30th. $1250+ hydro. (705)745–0730 http://kendalontario.tripod.com LARGE 2-BEDROOM fenced yard, gas heat, no pets. $950/ month + heat & hydro. North of Bowmanville Zoo. 432–1183. NORTH OSHAWA lovely 3 bedroom semi, 2 washrooms, eat-in kitchen, separate dining room, gas fireplace, 4 ap- pliances, fenced yard, close to schools. $1250/month+ utilities, no pets/smokers. 905-721-8607. OSHAWA 3 BEDROOM house, available April lst. New bleached oak kitchen, 5 new appliances, hardwood flooring, suit professional couple, $l,200 plus 80% utilities. Spa- cious loft also available. $650 plus 20% utilities. Walk to hospital and downtown. Call (905) 430–9085 OSHAWA CENTRE AREA. Three bedroom bungalow, $980 per mo. plus utilities. No dogs. lst/last, available April lst. (905) 725-0646 after 6 p.m. PICKERING VILLAGE,Beauti- ful 2-bdrm, 2 baths, main floor family room w/fireplace, large pine kitchen w/pantry, hard- wood, large deck, profession- ally landscaped, all applianc- es & laundry, $1500 inclusive. Avail. immediately. Call 905- 831–0687 PICKERING - LIVERPOOL, south of 401, 3-bedroom upper floor of detached bungalow. Hardwood floors, cac, Shared laundry. Available March 1st. $1100+ 1/2 utilities. Referenc- es. (905)837-1925, (416)461– 9735 RENT TO OWN,PICKERING, renovated detached 3-bdrm bungalow, 45ft lot, French- man's Bay area, no bsmt. $169,000. Rent $1500/month. Required yearly income ap- prox. $45,000. Call James Ruehle, Sales Rep, Coldwell Banker 905-831-2273. SOLINA - 3 BEDROOM house, $900 per mo. plus utilities Available immediate- ly. No pets. Phone (905)263– 2225 leave message. Townhouses For Rent190 CARRIAGE HILL - 122 COL- BORNE ST. E., OSHAWA - 2 & 3 bedrooms available. Close to school and downtown shopping. (905) 434-3972. www.realstar.ca 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. www.realstar.ca Rooms For Rent & Wanted192 AJAX BASEMENT & ROOM for rent - Use of facilities. Working female preferred. $500/$400 monthly first/last required. Call 905-619–0999. NORTH AJAX - large well furnished bedsitting room in private home. Includes cable, 27" TV, and all utilities, sepa- rate fully-equipped kitchen, laundry facilities. No smok- ing/pets 905-686–3437 Dundas/Kendalwood, fur- nished room for rent, share bath & kitchen with 1 other, $450/month all inclusive. Available March 1st. Call (905)665–8462 or (905)728- 8938. PICKERING NORTH - 2 large unfurnished rooms for rent - could use one for living room, other for bedroom, share kitchen and bath, must love dogs. $350 - $450. If interest- ed please leave message at (905) 626-2030 ROOM FOR RENT 401 and Holt Rd, Parking & storage available $400/month. 905- 442-4054 WANTED -Working female looking for private bath at- tached to unfurnished room. $550/mo. Required imme- diately. Call Roberta 905-420- 4010 leave name+phone number WESTNEY/HWY. 2. - Bedroom $450, suit quiet professional or student. Includes utilities, a/ c, cable, laundry, no pets. Non-smoker, first/last. Jacob 416-889-8073. Shared Accommodation194 AJAX - SHARE LARGE newer home. Parking, laundry, own phone, cable, storage. Own bath. Close to all amenities. Phone (905)683–9213 AJAX BEAUTIFUL new 4-bed- room home to share. Suits friendly responsible female (preferred). No pets, no smoking $575/month plus shared utilities. Immediate, first/last 416-835-1090. AJAX, 4-BEDROOM HOME to share with 1 other, furnished Prefer single female or stud- ent. Private bathroom, cable, available immediately. $525/ month inclusive, on bus route. No smoking, no pets. 905- 686–8385. BEDROOM with shared bath- room for non-smoker pre- ferred. Available March 1st. Pickering Liverpool/Finch. $425/monthly. Use of all facil- ities. On bus route, near amenities. Call 905-831-7778 leave msg LARGE FURNISHED-ROOM, all facilities available. 5 min. from Pickering Go. Mature working non-smoking male preferred. Utilities included. $475/MO. March 1st. 905- 839–2016 SOUTH AJAX,use of all facil- ities, no smoking/pets. $400/ month first/last. ALSO 1-bed- room basement $600. Call (905)428–1205. 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. From March 1st on. Canadian Owner (727)538-2123 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 1994 POLARIS INDY Super- sport, 440 fan, new bearings, clutch & runners last season, excellent overall condition, $2500-obo. 905-983–6105 1999 SKI-DOO TOURING LE 440. Reverse electric start, hand warmers, 3,300km, Ask- ing $3,800 Call 905-436-5054 Horse Supplies & Boarding303 FAMILY ILLNESS FORCES SALE.96 AQHA Stallion sor- rel, 2001 colt, not reg. sorrel 905-725–7493 Bargain Centre309 GOLF CLUBS - 12 club set, graphite shafts, custom made, driver 3 , 5, fairway metals with head covers, 3 through sand wedge irons, asking $150. (905) 839–8790 IKEA 5-pc. matching baby bedroom set, pastel yellow, excellent condition. $399.00 Call After 6pm. 421–0120 LOFT BEDS,2 sets. Solid pine, one maple stain, one walnut stain. Each has upper + lower beds, posture boards + mattresses. Like new. $125 each. 905-839-8790 TREAD MILL,Nordic manual, $200., (905) 428–0443 Articles For Sale310 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 dry- ers $125 / up, reconditioned washers $199 / up, new and reconditioned coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New brand name fridges $480 and up, new 30" ranges with clock and window $430. Reconditioned 24" rang- es and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and reconditioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa. (905)576– 7448. 7 PC DININGROOM SET,pe- can finish, rocking chair and lamp, $1200 obo. Call 905- 725–4505 A KING pillowtop mattress set with frame. New in plastic, cost $1599. Sacrifice $650. 647-271-4534. A-1 CARPETS & HARDWOOD SALE - 20 oz. Commercial carpet, installed with pad $285 (30 yds.). Berber carpet in- stalled with pad from $375 (30 yds.). Special Buy - 40 oz. Nylon carpet, neutral colours $10.50 yd./$1.16 sq. ft. Hard- wood flooring 3/4" thick from $4.95 sq. ft. Other great deals available. Free shop at home service. Durham to Northum- berland area. SAILLIAN CAR- PETS 905-242-3691 or 905- 373-2260. PIANO/CLOCK January Clear- nance Sale starts Jan. 24th on all Models of Roland digital pianos, Samick pianos. All Howard Miller clocks. Large selection of used pianos (Ya- maha, Kawai, Heintzmann etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental payments apply. Call TELEP PIANO (905) 433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! 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 ONTARIO APPLIANCE CLINIC at 111 Dundas St. W., Whitby, is where you can find the best prices and guaran- tees for the best quality rebuilt major appliances. Parts, Sales & Service. (905)668– 9444. ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. Amazing Electronics, 601 Dundas St. W. Whitby. Call (905)665–7732. BAKERS pride electric con- vection oven, $1500, 6(Cold stream) pastry case-$500, Curtis, stainless steel cooler, 2 dr. $1,000. Stainless steel deli counter 14 ft. with refrig- eration and steam table $1800. 5ft. curved glass pas- try case-$1500. 10 tables, 30 chairs (new refurbished), Cof- fee grander $250, plus food display boards and counters, open to all offers for complete purchase call Allen 905-725– 0314 BED, QUEEN PILLOWTOP,mat- tress, 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 GIRLS 6PC. BEDROOM $450; sofa+chair $350; pedestal table +chairs $450; fridge 4yrs $400; stove 4yrs $300; apt. size washer 1yr $375; gas stove 3yrs $375; 2 brand new single beds $150 each; old oak office desk $250; old hope chest $225. 905-260-2200 CARPETS, LAMINATE and VINYL SALE. 3 rooms, 32sq. yds. for $339 including premier underpad and installation. Laminate $2.39sq. ft. Click System. Residential, commer- cial, customer satisfaction guar- anteed. Free Estimate. Mike 905- 431-4040. CARPETS SALE & HARDWOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $329. (30 sq. yd.) Includes: car- pet, pad and installation. Free estimates, carpet repairs. Serving Durham and surround- ing area. Credit Cards Accepted. Call Sam 905-686-1772. COMPUTER Pentium II-400, 64Mb Ram, 6.4Gb Harddrive, CD, floppy, video/sound cards, 56k modem, kbd/spk/mouse, $250. 15" SVGA monitor $50. 905-439-4789 COMPUTERS: Bits and Bytes Computer Services, Complete Systems Internet Ready: P200- $185; P2/350-$275; P3/500- $435; P2/233 Toshiba Laptop- $399. New CD-RW installed for $85 w/system purchase. Computer accessories avail. 90- day Warranty on Refurished Systems, Layaway Plan avail. Call (905)576-9216 or www.speedline.ca/bitsandbytes. DINING ROOM SET buffet hutch table with leaf & six up- holdered chairs $1500. 905- 430–2891 DINING ROOM SET,antique, mahogany finish, 6 ft. table, 6 chairs, glass cabinet, im- maculate, $3,500. Westhill (416) 282–1497 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 - Beautiful solid oak & hickory, hutch & buf- fet, 6 padded chairs. Paid $9000, asking $2600 (purchased from Wilsons Furniture). Call after 6pm 905-436-1453 KING SIZE BEDSPREAD, bed skirt and two pillow shams. Moss green, suitable for tradi- tional bedroom. 905-697-9462 (snp) MATES CAPTAINS BED,con- sists of bookcase, headboard and storage drawers, includes mattress. Honey pine finish, like new, asking $250. Phone (905) 424-2221 MOVING - FRIDGE, STOVE, washer, dryer, freezer, air conditioner, coffee/end table above ground pool com- plete(905) 721–8009 MOVING SALE - MUST SELL. Refrigerator with ice/water, microwave, Ronco rotisserie, 7 pc. patio set, many more items. Whitby (905) 576–0002 MY SECRETS OF ANTIQUES. We sell quality second hand clothing, toys, china, books, crystal, collectiables, furniture & more. 14 Ontario St., Osha- wa. 905-436–3337 NEW COMPUTERS -For sale $450, visit www.jjcs.ca or call Jason 905-619–0058. PALLISTER QUEEN WALL bed with drawers, mirrors and lights. 3 yr. old, excellent condition. Asking $675. (905) 424-2221 PIANO FOR sale, upright pia- no Miester solid Cherry with bench. $900 or best offer. 905- 404–8809. PIANO TECHNICIAN available for tuning, repairs, & pre-purchase consultation on all makes & models of acoustic pianos. Reconditioned Heintzman, Yamaha, Mason & Risch, & other grand or upright pianos for sale. Gift Certificates available. Call Barb at 905-427-7631 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com Visa, MC, Amex. PLAYSTATION MOD CHIPS Stealth chip $60; PS2 neo 2.5 $95, Applechip $200, XBOX chip now avail. All work guar- anteed. Call East of Whitby (905)721-2365 or West of Whitby 416-456-4953. POOL ROOM CLOSING snooker tables 8-ball tables cash regis- ters music equip. plus much more 905-725–3243 PROPERTY MAINTENANCE FOREMAN required imme- diately. F/T, year round. Commercial mower operator, snowplowing, salting. At least 3yrs experience. Clean ab- stract. Fax 905-434-8180. 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. SATELLITE STUFF,check out what's new in the junkyard. visit : www.dssjunk.com SNOWBLOWERS - 2 Crafts- man 5 hp. & 10 hp. EWC elec- tric start, chains. $300 & $800. 905-721-1570. SOFA BED, rust $150; love seat, rust $100; recliner, medium brown, $90; 2 man Buck saws, $45 each. 905-373-6082. STORAGE TRAILERS AND storage containers, 24 ft. & 22 ft.. Call 905-430-7693. TICKETS FOR SALE - Toronto Maple Leafs, Raptors, Bon Jovi and other concerts. Will Buy & Sell. 905-626–5568. TRUCK CAP,custom-made, came off 1987 Ford F150. Grey tinted, windows sliding side & back. Excellent shape. $500. obo. 705-328-0402 after 6 p.m. Can be seen in Bow- manville. WEDDING GOWN,never worn, Riche designer, 3pc. raw silk, ivory strapless bo- dice, beading, skirt moderate length train, Size 3-10 adjust- able, $700. 905-579–3264 Vendors Wanted316 5TH ANNUAL Garden & Landscape Show. Children's Arena Oshawa, April 11th 12th, 13th, Vendor space available. Call Sharon Dickson 905-579- 4400 ext. 2285 to reserve your booth. Sponsored by Oshawa Whitby This Week VENDORS NEEDED - The Oshawa This Week Home Show March 28 - March 30. New promotion, new format. Call Devon 905-579-4400 ext. 2236. Firewood330 KOZY HEAT FIREWOOD,excel- lent very best quality hardwood, guaranteed extra long time fully seasoned, (ready to burn) cut & split Honest measurement, free delivery, 905-753-2246. Sick o f RENTING? 1st Time Buyer? Professional Renter? Honest Answers....! Professional Advice...! To “Own” Your Next Home! 1-800-840-6275 Office 905-432-7200 Ability 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 AJAX. 2 bed. basement apt. Laundry, parking, close to all amenities. 905-686-8905. A/P PAGE B8 NEWS ADVERTISER WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 19, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Canada’s #1 Giftware Store! Tremendous Franchise Opportunity in the Home Décor/Giftware Industry. Immediate Locations Available in the Durham Region Total Investment $180,000 Call For Details Janine 1-866-463-4124 www.franchisebancorp.com 160 Business Opportunities 160 Business Opportunities 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. 33 & 77 Falby Crt., Ajax 2 & 3 bed. apts starting at $978. per mo. On-site superintendent and security. Rental Office Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (905) 686-0845 www.ajaxapartments.com 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 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 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 MATTRESS & FURNITURE SALE We have just received approx. 100 new mattresses, King Koil, Restonic & Perma Flex. Singles from $69.00, Doubles from $149.00, Queens from $249.00, King matt. & boxes from $399.00. Come visit our three showrooms at 1188 Simcoe St. S. Oshawa 905-571-4610 870 Taunton Rd. E. Whitby 905-576-7550 1975 Taunton Rd. Hampton at Solina Rd. 905-263-2517 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale AUCTION SALE Bruce Kellett Auctions Selling Estate of Late Mr. & Mrs. Joe Arbour of Scarborough - Antiques, Collectibles and Old Car Parts. Joe was a Mechanic for Many Years at Malcolm Sale Barn 13200 Old Scugog Rd. South of Blackstock Saturday February 22, 2003 @ 10:30am 1991 Dodge Acclaim, old organ stool, an- tique claw feet crown front dresser, an- tique parlour table, antique library desk w/ kingfront, steel lathe, 4cyl. Wisconcion Motor (as is), 1cyl. Despro marine motor (as is), 250 GM 6cyl. rebuilt motor, old snap on ice cooler, dryer (2yrs old), wood box stove, old oil cans, bake table w/ drawer, large quantity of old car parts (50's, 60's).Many more items. Auctioneer: Bruce Kellett 705-328–2185 or www.theauctionfever.com ATTENTION AUCTIONEERS!! Our "Auction Package" consists 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 576-9335 Fax 579-4218 AUCTION SALE Bailiff Liquidation of Tanning & Esthetic Salon & Antique, Collectables, Household Effects SUNDAY FEB. 23RD, 10:00 A.M. VIEWING 9:00 MacGregor Auctions located in ORONO at Silvanus Gardens. Take 115/35 Hwy. to Main St. Orono & follow signs. AUCTION starts with Liquidation of Salon including Sunstar bed 2x30, Alphamassage 33 Capsule, Pedi- cure chair/foot bath, massage table, waxing sup- plies, stacking washers, dryer, foot bath, heaters, racks, towels, lighting, sterilizers, computer, desks, fax machine, file cabinets, chairs, mirrors, stereo, neon sign, display racks, approx. 30 new bathing suits, plus all the articles you'd find in a salon. REGULAR auction starts at approx. 12:00 including a selection of Antiques, Collectables & Household Contents, Tables, Couch & Chairs, China Cabinet, Coffee & End Tables, Glass & China, Dishes, Collec- tion of Fiesta, Prints, Plus Many More Articles! CALL FOR ALL YOUR AUCTION NEEDS MacGregor Auctions 905-987-2112 1-800-363-6799 AUCTION SALE MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24th, 2003 at 6:00 P.M. Pre-view starts @ 4:00 P.M. Held at Masonic Hall, 14 Cassels Rd. E., Brooklin ITEMS:Glass, china, small furniture, pictures. *This sale contains alot more treasures still not unpacked. Hope to see you there! * Terms: Cash or Cheques. For More Information Call Auctioneer BONNIE BROOKS (905)432-2124 *Snack Bar on Premises* Consignments Welcomed AUCTION SALE Pethick & Stephenson Auction Barn~2498 Co. Rd. Haydon, On. From 401 ext. at Bowmanville, north on hwy. 57 to Con. Rd. 8, Turn east at the Firehall. Sat. Feb. 22, @11a.m. ~ Large selection of collectible Coins and Currency (proof sets, NFLD. Foreign, 1800's USA, Silver dollars and some stamps. Call Don to request a fax or e-mail stephensonauctions@sympatico.ca Terms : Cash, Interac, M/C, Visa. Sat.Feb.22 5:30 pm. open at 4pm.Victorola Gram- maphone, (ex.cond.), Sofas, Chest of drawer, Pictures, Wooden pine box, Glassware, Galvanized Sap Buckets, Tools etc. Something of interest to everyone. Auctioneer Don Stephenson 905-623-4402 1-866- 357-5335 Next Sale March 1 at 5:30 ESTATE AUCTION, Saturday, Feb. 22nd - 10:00AM for Mr. Norm Morris of Cobourg and the late Mrs. Morris, plus some interesting antiques from a Canton century home all to be sold unreserved at WARNER'S AUCTION HALL, Hwy#2 Colborne. Excellent early pine harvest table a 6' square nailed table with tapered legs in excellent condition, nearly new apt. size freez- er, excellent dinette set with drop leaf table & 4 chairs, antique chest needs refinishing, excellent carved antique dresser with matching chest all dovetailed drawers in excellent condition, nice old wicker settee with chair & 2 small tables, gas weed eater, snow blower, walnut vanity & matching dresser, several signed water colours & paintings, "GIBBARD" solid walnut sec- retary with bookcase top in excellent condition, 2 leather inlaid lamp tables Sheridan style, modern 3 pc sofa set, excellent floor model TV & VCR, modern bedroom suite, small snow thrower, maple knee hole desk, selection small tables, carved Victorian ladies chair, 3 tier table with pie crust edge & brass feet, 1/4 cut oak lamp table, gate leg dining table with 4 needle point chairs, Pequegnat Grecian mantle clock, Waltham pock- et watch in 14 ct. gold case, pair of Moorecroft table lamps, large toad signed R. Leleek also stamp dish signed R. Leleek, 8 place setting old colony flatware, old teddy bear (Chap Val- ley), old quilt, quantity good linens, quantity good glass & chi- na, Lawnboy lawnmower, walnut cedar chest, pictures, prints, lamps, household articles, old wool winder, plus countless other articles. No reserves. Terms: cash, cheque, Visa, M/C, Interac Gary E. Warner - Auctioneer 905-355-2106 Online at www.warnersauction.com AUCTION, Thursday, Feb. 20th - 5:00PM at WARNER'S AUCTION HALL, Hwy#2 Colborne. House hold furnishings from 2 local homes, appliances, house hold articles, dishes, etc., plus a large selection of new arti- cles from bankruptcies & close outs including gifts, knick knacks, tools, hunting & jack knives, models, flatware sets, automatic washer & matching dryer, 30" elec. stove, selection of dressers & chests of drawers, beds, table & chair sets, sofa & chair, bed sofa, coffee & end tables, occasional tables, oc- casional chairs, knee hole desk, other desk, dishes, lamps, pictures, gas weed eater, colour TV, microwave & stand, house hold articles, plus countless miscellaneous articles too many to list. No reserves. Terms: cash, cheque, Visa, M/C, In- terac Gary E. Warner - Auctioneer 905-355-2106 Online at www.warnersauction.com AUCTION GRIST MILL AUCTION CENTRE, NEWTONVILLE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21ST - 6 P.M. Selling the contents from a Bowmanville home. 4 pc. walnut Krug bedroom suite - com- plete., occasional tables, occasional chairs, chests, prints, lamps, collectibles, glassware, household effects, kitchenware, bedding linens, fridge, stove, freezer, microwave, tv and stand, small appliances, etc. etc. Friday, Feb. 28th Auction of Bicycles and Personal Property for Durham Regional Police Preview after 2 p.m. Check out website for up- dates Terms: Cash or good cheque, visa, m/c, interac. Auctioneers Frank and Steve Stapleton, (905) 786-2244, 1-800-263-9886 www.stapletonauctions.com 'Estate Specialists since 1971' MATTRESS & FURNITURE SALE We have just received approx. 100 new mattresses, King Koil, Restonic & Perma Flex. Singles from $69.00, Doubles from $149.00, Queens from $249.00, King matt. & boxes from $399.00. Come visit our three showrooms at 1188 Simcoe St. S. Oshawa 905-571-4610 870 Taunton Rd. E. Whitby 905-576-7550 1975 Taunton Rd. Hampton at Solina Rd. 905-263-2517 LARGE AUCTION 3 Estates. Antiques, Quality Home Furnishings and Books To be held at Classique Country Auctions Burnham St. N. of the 401 at Cobourg on Sun. Feb 23/03 at 11 am, viewing from 9 am day of sale. “Please Note Books Sell at 10 am Regular Auction of Estates at 11 am” Bookshelves, Norval Mussier silk screen prints, Lead Glass Hutch, Dressers, Metal Wicker Patio Set, Like new sofa & chair (aqainst the wall recliners), other sofas & chairs, TVs, End & Coffee Tables, prints, Lamps, (Table & Floor), Stove, Freezer Chairs, Kitchen Set, cups & saucers, old pine table, mattress & box spring (as new) leather loveseats, collectables Owner Auctioneer not responsible for Loss, Damage or injury while attending. Sale conducted by Classique Country Auctions. For info or to consign. Please call 905-372-1225 or 1-888-633-1050. The Professional Estate Settlers and Liquidators Auctions and Appraisals KAHN AUCTION CENTRE Estate & Consignment Our Specialty at 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering 3 mi. N. of Hwy. 401 on Brock Rd. "BIG ORANGE BARN" Selling Antiques, Collectables, Estate Contents, Furniture, Glassware & China THURS. FEB. 20th, 6:30 P.M Start NEW PREVIEW TIME - 4:00 P.M. ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ANTIQUES AND FURNITURE: oak Vict. hall stand with mirror, 9 pc. walnut diningroom suite, Canadiana 5 drawer chest, early washstand, figurine chi- na cabinet, Canadiana blanket box, vanity with 3-way mirror, inlaid deco bedroom suite, cedar chest with drawer (mint), telephone table, Low boy dresser, 50's armoire 2 drawer with painted doors, 8 pc. circ. 1930 refin- ished mah. diningroom suite, walnut dresser with mirror, Vict. parlour table, french decorated childs bedroom suite, needlepoint stool, oak round table, wingback chair in lovely condition, antique cheval mirror, dropleaf table with 2 leafs, french armoire, deco kitchen cabinet, Canadiana rocker, quality used bedroom and livingroom furn., too many items to list. HUGE ESTATE AUCTION SPECIAL INTERESTS: Lots of lamps, mirrors, coin collection, new grandfa- ther clocks, autograph pictures, hockey tickets to Maple Leaf Gardens, balance of container of 18th Cent. style furniture, fine furniture, many new items. ART AND OIL PAINTING:Trisha Romance, Group of 7 Limited Edition quali- ty framed from Casson, Thompson, Carmichaels, Harris, some first time of- fered in this series, many other Canadian artists Limited Edition, some first time offered, a great selection of professional painted new & old oil on can- vas, watercolours etc. GLASSWARE AND CHINA - Collection of Wades, Nippon cheese dish, Royal Doulton discontinued figurines, Sworski crystal collection, Carlton ware, de- pression glass, old cups & saucers, English & German china, milk glass, Bohemian crystal, numerous items, lots of old & new decorated china arriv- ing daily. There will be over 50 lots in this category. AUCTIONEERS REMARKS: This sale will be a great sale offering of over 350 lots. Please be sure to attend. TERMS AND CONDITIONS:Visa, Mastercard, Amex, debit card. No registra- tion fee. 10% buyers premium. Delivery available. For more info. or for consignment please call Victor Brewda-Auctioneer (Member of the Ontario Auctioneers Association) at (905) 683-0041 SAT. FEB. 22 -10AM- ESTATE AUCTION AT ORVAL MCLEAN AUCTION CENTER - LINDSAY Selling Several local estates. Furniture and an- tiques - Kroehler 5 pc. bedroom suite, new curved glass mahogany china cabinet, waterfall secretary desk, china cabinet, beveled glass, fancy tables, new chesterfield suite new round oak table and press back chairs, antiques Jacques and Hayes chair, parlor table, rugs. Collectables - lamps, quilts, paintings, LTD ed prints, old bottles.Glass, China - Silver, antique glass, china, Shelley, Nippon, Limoges, crystal Royal Doulton, figurines.Tools - Hand and power tools, 90 Merc Gran Marquis, excellent shape, 84 Cadillac, partial list, hundreds of interesting and collectable items. ORVAL AND BARRY MCLEAN AUCTIONEERS 1-800-461-6499 OR VIEW at www.mcleanauc- tions.com WEDNESDAY, Feb. 26th: 4:45pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques and Collectables for Thornhill home, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd., 1 km west of Utica. TO INCLUDE:Chesterfield and chair, bedroom suite, kitchen suite, entertainment unit, TV, VCR, chests, linens, lams, prints, quantity of collectables and glass- ware, plus many other interesting items. SALE MANAGED AND SOLD BY NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068 ✶✸WINTER✸✶ ✶✸ART AUCTION✸✶ 125 pieces plus Featuring: Robert Bateman, Laura Berry, A.J. Casson, James Lumbers, Trish Romance, Alan Hunt, Doug Laird AND MANY MORE ARTISTS Date: Sunday February 23 Preview Opens at : 12:00 p.m. Auction Starts at: 1:00 p.m. NEWCASTLE TOWN HALL Corner Hwy. #2 & Mill St. Exit 401 at Mill St. (one exit east of 35/115) For more information call : 905-839-1756 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 100 Houses For Sale 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 185 Houses For Rent 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale 325 Auctions AAA-LAKERIDGE FARM FIRE- WOOD, the best quality wood, seasoned cut/split/delivered. Looking for acreage to cut. and landclearing work. 905- 427–1734 Pet, Supplies Boarding370 PUPPIES-Poodles , Husky X, Shepherd X, Lab X; Yellow Lab, Shi-tzu, Border Collies, Beagles, Jack Russell & Cockapoos. Am Eskimos, 905-831-2145. DOG BOARDING &daycare available in Whitby close to Go-station. NO CRATING!! Very loving environment. Please call (905)668–0557 www.doggieminder.ca GOLDEN RETRIEVER,6 months, male, all shots, vet checked. $400. Phone (905) 831–5274 MINIATURE PINCHERS, reg- istered, first shots, dew claws and tails done, 1 male, 2 fe- males, black & tan. Available March. (905)655–3759 OLDER CATS need love too! Many young to older adult cats (spayed or neutered, fully vacci- nated) looking for homes. Kittens with first booster sometimes available. Many medium to larg- er breeds of dogs available for adoption. Pet supplies (espe- cially cat food and litter) and donations always welcomed. Please call Durham Animal Adoption at 905-438–8411 POODLES, Adorable miniature puppies, only 1 left. Mother & father CKC registered, $400 (No papers). Call Eileen 905- 623–9971 Bowmanville PUREBRED GERMAN SHEP- PARD pup, black with gray markings, excellent tempera- ment, tattooed, dewormed, all shots up to date. Call 905-655- 3327 Cars For Sale400 10 2002 SUNFIRE SLXs! $13,100 or $311/mo./60 mos w/$0 down!! All colours avail- able, 4DR, aluminum wheels, air, tilt, CD, rear spoiler, rem- ote entry. 1-2 yr warranty re- maining, low kms. Call Jeff Burt 905-718-4876 1975 CHRYSLER NEWPORT, 2 dr.hdtp, 400 auto, new dual exhaust, strong runner, needs work, no rust, $1000. 1-705- 328-2212. 1975 OLDSMOBILE TORNA- DO 455 engine & front drive trany only. New top end, low miles, can hear running $1000. obo. 1-705-328-2212. 1988 PONTIAC GRAND AM 4-door, runs well, $1000-obo also 1978 MERCURY ZEPH- YR, 6-cyl, 40,000km., mint condition, mech A1. $6,000. 905-987–3199 1989 CHEV Z24 CAVALIER, mint condition, needs engine. (905)436-6313 leave msg.snp 1990 PONTIAC TEMPEST, 220K, loaded, safety and emissions, good shape, ask- ing $2250. Also 1989 New Yorker, fully loaded, moon- roof, beautiful car, 225K, $1950, private. 905-404–8695 1990 PONTIAC 6000 LE, 230kms, certified, e-tested + passed Dec./02, asking $1995. Good working condi- tion, needs bodywork. Call 905-430-6016 after 5pm 1991 EAGLE TALON,5 spd. stan- dard, black, CD player, as is or cer- tified, best offer. 905-434-0392. 1991 FORD TEMPO GL e- tested, recent brakes, tires, exhaust. Loaded. $1450. Call 905-433-4740 1991 PONTIAC TEMPEST, 3.1 V6, auto, body in good shape, motor runs well, $2700 obo. cert/e-tested. 905-242-3425 after 6 p.m. 1992 MERCURY TOPAZ, 4 dr, auto, 4 cyl, asking $1800 cert. and E-tested. Must sell. 905- 439-9127 1992 PONTIAC Sunbird, red only 97000 kms. Senior driven, Certified/E-tested, $3795. As is $3195. call 905-436–9793 1993 DODGE SPIRIT, 4DR, V6 auto, air, cruise, pw/pl, no rust, original paint $3,000. 1989 Cav. Z24 V6, auto, 2DR, $2,600. 1996 Silverado reg cab/box centre console, pl/pw air, cruise, hunter green, tan interior, $11,500. All e-tested +certified. Dealer. 905- 426-8922 1993 FORD CROWN Victoria LX - Leather, Keyless Entry, Handling Package, Power Everything. $2,500. Call 905-436-8829 1993 TAURUS WAGON V6, auto- matic, safety +E-tested, good dri- ver, only 112,000kms, $2495. Oshawa Dealer 83 Ritson Rd.S. Call Murray 905-718-1808 1996 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL 98,000 km, fully loaded. $10,000 obo. 905-853-4569. Cars Wanted405 CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in running condition. Call 427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES. JOHNNY JUNKER Tops all for good cars and trucks or free removal for scrap. Speedy service. (905) 655-4609 Trucks For Sale410 1989 GMC 4x4 pick up, 155,000 kms., good condition, $6,000. Call 905-665–5062 after 3. 1996 SILVERADO PICK UP ext. cab, fully loaded, asking $11,900 obo. Call (905)697-1559 (snp) 1991 DODGE DAKOTA,ext,. cab, auto, 6cyl. remote starter, box liner, tool box, Pioneer CD, all new brakes, 174,000km. E-test- ed/cert. $5400. OBO uncert. 905- 259–5589 2001 GMC SONOMA SLS, Vortec V6, pewter colour, 69,000kms, mostly highway, fibreglass ton- neau, box liner, etc. $19,999. Call (905)404–8242 (snp) Vans/ 4-Wheel Dirve420 1997 CHEVY ASTRO VAN, loaded, immaculate condition, 57000km. Open to offers. Call 705-878-7011. 1998 FORD EXPLORER XLT 4X4 black, automatic, loaded, air, cruise, roof racks, 5 new tires, 117,000km, asking 17,900. 655–5541 between 6-9pm 2000 MONTANA loaded, ex- cellent condition, 85,000kms, asking $17,900 or assume lease, 5 payments of $460.66 buyout is $14,800. Call 905- 259-2242 Nannies/ Live-In/Out270 F.C.S.LIVE-IN NANNIES from Overseas. No Agency Fees. Chosen to suit your needs. 905-885-8459. LIVE-IN NANNY for 2 children w/housekeeping duties in Ajax. Mail resume to: File #880, Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5. LIVE-IN nanny required, 1 child 18 months, light cooking & housework, references & 3 yrs. exp. required. Ajax (Rossland/ Harwood). 905-427–3812 NANNY - LIVE IN/OUT, 2 boys, light housekeeping. Church/Delaney, Ajax. Call for appt. 905-426–2264 Daycare Available273 AFFORDABLE LOVING DAY- CARE non-smoking, reliable/ experienced, mother of 2. Steps to Glengrove P.S. on St. Anthony Daniels bus/route. Large fenced backyard. Playroom/crafts/out- ings. Snacks/lunch. Valley Farm Rd. / Kingston Rd. Near PTC. References. Call Debbie (905) 839–7237 BRENDA SHEDDEN E.C.E. lov- ing mother of 4 with over 20 years of experience in childcare has openings for infants and up. Amberlea Area, east side of Whites/north of Sheppard, refer- ences available. For more details call 905-831-6806 or bsheddc596@rogers.com DAYCARE IN my home for chil- dren 18 mon. and up, flexible hours. French/English reading, writing, numbers, art & music. Pickering. 905-420–3743 I WOULD LOVE to care for your child! Join the fun and learning. Wonderful assistant and references. South Ajax. (905) 428-8320. LIVERPOOL/HWY.#2, ECE mother of 1 would like to take care of your child. 10 years experience. Hot meals, fun activities, fenced yard, re- ceipts. 905-837-0315 LOVING MOTHER,ECE Degree, 14 yrs. experience, offering home daycare for children 2+ yrs. of age.. Lots of fun, educational. Servicing Lester B. Pearson & Alexander G. Bell. Lunch, snacks, receips. Andrea 905-619-3138 NOW OPEN,School-time Daycare. Limited spaces available in our highly recom- mended program. In Ajax across from Costco. Call Mrs. Macdonell at (905) 428–8847 PICKERING Beach / Rollo: Lov- ing daycare; 18 months to 12 years. Daily outings (fenced back- yard and park). Crafts, story time, music, nutritious meals & snacks. First Aid, C.P.R. certified. Non- smoking, receipts. 905-428-1244. 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 purpose. All applications accepted. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905) 668–6805. APPROVAL GUARANTEED!!! All type loans within 24 hrs. Car loan specialists. Call (416)888-9936 CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 100%. From 5.35% for 5 years. Best available rates. Private funds available. Refi- nancing debt consolidation a specialty. For fast profession- al service call 905-666-4986. CONSOLIDATE All your bills into one easy payment. Up to 100% first mortgage with no money down oac. All types of mortgage financing 1st, 2nd & 3rds. Residential and com- mercial mortgages. Call Ro- bert Brown at Accurate Mort- gage Services. Local 905-436- 9292 or toll free 1-877-509- LOAN. Online application www.accuratemortgages.com MONEY PROBLEMS?STOP: judgements, garnishments, mortgage foreclosures & har- rassing creditor calls. GET: Debt Consolidations, & pro- tection for your assets. Call now: 905-576-3505 House Cleaning556 Home Improvements700 Painting and Decorating710 Moving and Storage715 STORAGE UNITS, ready to go $50/month +up. Inside locker storage, Green Rd. @ Taun- ton, Hampton. Joe 905-263- 8281 or cell 905-213-1488 Appliance Repairs750 Dating Services900 FRIENDS AND LOVERS DAT- ING SERVICE! NOW WITH CHATLINE!Durham's Own! Sometimes love is just not enough. Listen to the voice ads free. Women free to meet men. 905-683-1110 HOT TUB REPAIRS Professional Quality also reconditioned pumps & motors for sale Dwayne 905-428-9767 THE HONEST MOVER Professional Service Licensed - Insured Local - Long Distance Small - Large Moves Rubbish Removal (905) 665-0448 (905) 666-4868 MOUNTAIN MOVING SYSTEMS We will move anything, anywhere, anytime. Commercial or residential. Packaging, storage and boxes available. Senior & mid month discounts. Free estimates. 905-571-0755 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service. 905-428-0081 ROMEO PAINTING Specializing in interior and exterior painting. For clean fast and reliable service Call (905) 686-9128 All Pro Painting and Wallpapering Repair & Stucco ceilings Decorative Finishes & General Repairs 20% off for Seniors (905)404-9669 Yellow & Green Contracting Repair Carpentry, Complete Renovations, Custom Installations & Electrica l (416)410-4536 1-866-410-4536 RESIDENTIAL DESIGN/BUILD General Contracting Additions & Renovations $80/sq.ft. Call for free estimate 905-686–9437 CUSTOM BASEMENT FINISHING • Drywall • Crown mouldings • Texture spray • Cabinet/ woodwork • Painting 905-426-6666 Bella Vista Construction & Designs Complete Home Renovations • Basements & Additions • Kitchens & Baths • Paint & Decor • AutoCad Designs Free Estimates Call Enzo 905-706–8977 bellavista@rogers.com BASEMENT & HOME FINISHING & REPAIRS •Bathrooms •Drywall •Painting •Kitchen Call Howard (905)831–3468 SPOTLESS Household/Office Cleaning Services • dependable personal service • same cleaner every time • servicing Ajax, Whitby & surrounding areas Call 905-686-4234 HOUSECLEANING Supplies & equipment provided. Weekly/Bi-Weekly call for a free estimate Debbie (905)619–2176 CLEAN MOMENT Experienced European cleaning. Residential and Commercial. Pickering, Markham, Ajax area. For service call 647-295-0771 "Clean is our middle name" HELEN'S HOME SERVICE Serving Pickering and Ajax for 14 years. If you have a problem finding the time to clean your home, for professional services call HELEN'S HOME SERVICES Fully Insured (905) 837-0624 • Mortgages • Debt consolidation • Power of sale • Bank turndowns etc. Fast service Central Funding Ray Raymond (905) 666-4986 (905) 666-3436 NEED A CAR? 1-800-BUY-FORD Formula Ford * Previous Bad Credit * Discharged Bankruptcy * New in Country Ask for Mike Williams • Pickering – 905-839-666 6 • Oshawa – 905-427-282 8 • Toronto – 416-289-367 3 • Fax – 905-839-600 8 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 ONTARIO FIREWOOD Mixed Cut & Split Hardwood. Please call 1-888-466-3066 www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 19, 2003 PAGE B9 A/P NEED A CAR? Rebuild Your Credit With newstartleasing.com As low as $499 down 643 Kingston Rd., Pickering 1-866-340-5559 400 Cars For Sale 400 Cars For Sale 4121 KINGSTON RD., SCARBOROUGH (416) 284-1631 Toll Free 1-866-877-0859 BAD CREDIT WE CAN HELP Min. Down Payment $ 1,000 GM STUDENT PLAN $ 500 CREDIT UNTIL OPTIMUM USED VEHICLES (Bring Your Student Card) A Large variety of vehicles to choose from From $4,995 √ MANUFACTURER’STURER’S WARRANTY FOR TROUBLE FREE DRIVING 30 DAY VEHICLE EXCHANGE OPTIMUM 150FT INSPECTION OF EVER VEHICLE 24 HOUR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE √ √ √ www.homesforkids.ca 1 •877•567•KIDS FOSTER A FUTURE. Homes For Kids is a network of children’s service agencies dedicated to providing the best foster homes for children in need of care. When you bring foster children into your home, you’re laying a foundation of confidence, stability and self-esteem that will hold them up for the rest of their lives. 255 Announcements 255 Announcements 255 Announcements NOTICE OF SALE Goods and/or vehicles will be sold by Bates Family Auctions, on February 27, 2003 at 33 Hall Street, Oshawa, Ont. at 5:00 pm to satisfy outstanding charges for storage rental incurred by the following: DANIELLE BROWN GLEN PERRY WENDY LEE MIKE FITZGERALD AL JOHNSTON DOUGLAS FRANZ ANTHONY DEROCHE TREVOR BLACKMAN DOUG BORODENKO LOUISE MUNGER SUZANNE FREEMAN SUE KRUUSI DAYNE CHEN TERRACE LYDER COLIN EGAN TRACY FRAZIER Dated in the City of AJAX, in the Province of Ontario, February 10, 2003 SENTINEL SELF-STORAGE CORP., #475 Harwood Avenue North Ajax, Ontario L1Z 1L8 261 Legal Notices 261 Legal Notices INFANTS - 12 YEARS OLD In caring, safe, fun home environment. Licensed by M.C.S.S. Reasonable rates Receipts, flexible hours. Call DURHAM PROFESSIONAL HOME DAYCARE 905-509-1207 273 Daycare Available 273 Daycare Available ✞COME & WORSHIP ✞ Is a regular Friday feature in the News Advertiser. (Copy deadline is Wednesday noon for the Friday paper.) To advertise all your Church Events, News and Upcoming Special Services. Call Janice Samoyloff at 905-683–0707. Or fax your information to 905-579-4218 or Email to: jsam@durhamregion.com 282 Places of Worship 282 Places of Worship CANDO RENOVATIONS INC. METRO LICENCE B2195 Quality Renovations Since 1975 Serving Durham & GTA Also Making Homes Accessible 905-686-5211 700 Home Improvements 700 Home Improvements RABBIT WANTS WORK Doing Magic For Children's Parties And All Occasions. Have My Own Magician. Call Ernie 668-4932 753 Party Services 753 Party Services Death Notice Listings For Audio on current deaths, call 905-683-3005 From Clarington, Port Perry or Uxbridge, please call 1-905-683-3005. Visit us on the internet: www.durhamregion.com Brought to you by the following funeral homes: Accettone, Armstrong, Courtice Funeral Chapel Limited, Low & Low, The Simple Alternative, McEachnie, McIntosh-Anderson, Morris, Newcastle Funeral Home, Northcutt-Elliott, Oshawa Funeral Service, Wagg, W.C. Town, Memorial Chapel. 1. Simply dial the above number on a touch tone phone only. 2. Listen for the name you are looking for. The listings are recorded by surname first. 3. When you hear the name you want, press 1 to hear details of the funeral arrangements. 4. If you miss any information, press 1 to replay the details. 5. If you want to go back to the main directory of names, press 2 and repeat from Step 2. Step 256 Deaths 256 Deaths LEAH PAGE SPEAR E O CT. 22, 1988 FEB. 19, 2000 Another February has arrived, And there should be three of you in high school. But that dream can never happen now, And we’re missing you forever. Always with us, always loved. M om, Dad, sisters Shain & Rachel Gaga & Poppa Cullis 258 In Memoriam 258 In Memoriam The family of the late ❦Una Bluck ❦ wish to thank all her friends and relatives for their kind thoughts, prayers, flowers and donations. Also, thanks to all who helped us during the loss of our mother. Sheila, Barbara, Estelle and Ken 259 Cards of Thanks 259 Cards of Thanks It’s All About You Saturday, March 15th from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Holiday Inn, Oshawa 1011 Bloor St. E. • Free Parking • Free Admission Ajax/Pickering The Community Newspaper since 1965 Presented By: Health and Wellness Expo Contact Inside Sales 905-579-4400 ext.2303, 2334, 2271, 2304 Fax: 905-579-6851 classifieds@durhamregion.com RESERVE YOUR BOOTH SPACE EARLY! LIMITED BOOTHS AVAILABLE. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photos Going to the dogs PICKERING ––– It was Claremont Winter Carnival time over the last week or so. The north Pickering community kept busy with numerous fun activities, all culminating with a day of action Saturday. Above, Svend and Krisztina Mekkelsen and their Great Dane Hamlet lead the way for the hounds R us float during the parade. Meanwhile, Steve Sandford and his kids Alyssa and Rachel settled in to watch all action. 330 Firewood 400 Cars For Sale 400 Cars For Sale www.magwyerspub.com INDUSTRY NIGHT MONDAYS 9pm - 1am March Hospitality 410 Trucks For Sale 273 Daycare Available 556 House Cleaning 700 Home Improvements 256 Deaths 256 Deaths Fax us your ad at 683-0707 GIBBS, Tina (nee Spriggs)- Passed away suddenly, in peace in her daughter Carol's arms on Monday, February 17, 2003. In her 82nd year. An amazing woman of great inner and outer beauty, Tina gave her ray of sunshine to all who were blessed to know her and to be loved by her. Adored wife of the late Jack Gibbs. Dear mother of Peter and his wife Linda, of Ajax, Carol and her husband Peter, of Richmond Hill, and Michael and his late wife Mary, of Ajax. Most beloved grand- mother and best friend to Renee, Joanna, Ja- son, David, Michael, Sarah and Melissa. She was also proud great grandmother of Isabel- la. Fondly remembered and terribly missed by her legion of friends and admirers, especially Harold Heron, a loving companion who misses her dearly. Dear sister of Doreen, Audrey, Joan, Derek, all of whom reside in England, and her beloved younger brother Billy, a spit- fire pilot who was lost during the Battle of Britain. The family will receive friends at the ACCETTONE FUNERAL HOME, 384 Finley Avenue, Ajax (905-428-9090) on Thursday, February 20th from 2-4 and 7-9pm. Funeral Service Friday, February 21st at St. Paul's United Church, 65 King's Crescent, Ajax at 1pm. MCWILLIAMS, Roderick Roy.Passed away in his sleep, at Rouge Valley Health Centre, Ajax, on Monday, February 17, 2003, at the age of 75. Predeceased by his wife Verna. Dear father of Ronald (Sandra), Virginia (Sa- muel Knight) and Victoria. Grandpa of 10 grandchildren: Sarah, Roderick, Matthew, Benjamin, Karl, Stephen, Breanne, Alexander, Adriana and Eleanor. Brother of Doreen Breau, Murray, Audrey Blanchard, Lloyd, and the late Johnnie, Mabel and Wesley. Fiance of Helen Barber. Rod owned Allison Green- wood Auto Wreckers for 34 years. He will be missed by his extended family here and in New Brunswick. The family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Vil- lage) 905-428–8488 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, and 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Thursday. Funeral Service at Bayfair Baptist Church (817 Kingston Rd., Pickering) on Friday, February 21, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. Interment - Erskine Cemetery. A/P PAGE B10 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, February 19, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Visit us at: WWW.GSLWEBDESIGN.COM DRIVERS EDUCATION WEB DESIGN The Freedom To Display Your Busin e s s WEB HOSTING WEB PROMOTION P R O J E C T M A N A G E M E N T Complete Start-Up packages availab l e sales@gslwebdesign.com 416-303-5180 Visit us at: WWW.GSLWEBDESIGN. C O M WEB DESIGN WEB HOSTING WEB PROMOTION BUSINESS ANALYSES CONSULTING SERVICES PROJECT MANAGEMENT DRIVERS EDUCATION 1050 Brock Road Bus: (905) 831-6464 Unit 10 Res: (416) 438-5819 Pickering, Ont. 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Licenced Millwright Ajax Ontario 905-683-2706 Cell-416-520-4494 ESTIMATES FREE ESTIMATES FREE WWEEDDNNEESSDDAAYY,, FFEEBB.. 1199 EEUUCCHHRREE:: The ladies auxiliary presents open euchre at 8 p.m. at the Royal Cana- dian Legion, 1555 Bayly St. in Pickering. Prizes and refreshments are available. Seniors play for $1.50, while adults play for $3. Everyone is welcome. OOSSTTOOMMYY AASSSSOOCCIIAATTIIOONN:: The group holds a meeting at 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul's Pres- byterian Church, 32 Wilson Rd. N., Os- hawa. Health-related movies are shown to persons who have or are about to have ostomy surgery. Call 905-728-7207. MMEEDDIITTAATTIIOONN:: Learn how to meditate Wednesday nights at 7 p.m. at the Duffin's Creek Co-Op, 1555 Finch Ave., Unit 76 in Pickering. Everyone is welcome to the free class. Call 905-420-7252. OONNEE PPAARREENNTT SSUUPPPPOORRTT:: The Ajax-Picker- ing Chapter of the One Parent Families Association meets every Wednesday at the Ajax Cricket Club, corner of Monarch Av enue 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. AAUUTTIISSMM SSOOCCIIEETTYY:: The Durham chapter holds an East CHAT meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the Cormack Station, 250 Hickory St. S., Whitby. Call Julia at 905-434-6709. SSUUPPPPOORRTT GGRROOUUPP:: The Head Injury Asso- ciation of Durham Region meets at 7:30 p.m. at 459 Bond St. E., in Oshawa, at 7:30 p.m. Survivors meet on the main floor while family and caregivers meet upstairs. Parking is at the rear. If you need help with transportation, call 1-905-723-2732. MMOOVVIIEE NNIIGGHHTT:: The Ajax Film Circuit re- turns with a presentation of 'Perfect Pie', at the Ajax Cineplex Odeon. Advance tick- ets are available at all branches of the Ajax Public Library for $6.50, or at the theatre box office on the day of the show for $7. The show begins at 7 p.m. Call Cindy Kimber at 905-683-6632 ext. 23. AAJJAAXX PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG TTOOAASSTTMMAASSTTEERRSS:: The club meets each Wednesday at the Pick- ering Nuclear Information Centre, Brock and Montgomery Park roads, to work on communication, leadership, public speak- ing and other skills. Meetings begin at 7:15 p.m. Call Marsha at 905-686-4384 or Leithland at 905-509-8584. TTHHUURRSSDDAAYY,, FFEEBB.. 2200 SSEENNIIOORRSS'' AACCTTIIVVIITTIIEESS:: The Ajax Seniors' Friendship Club offers line dancing every Thursday at 1 p.m. at the St. Andrew's Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr., Ajax. Call Jack at 905-683-9696 or Agnes at 905-686-1573. MMOODDEELL AAIIRRPPLLAANNEESS:: The Ajax Model Avia- tion Club holds its monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m. in Room G18 of the Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital, 580 Harwood Ave. S., Ajax. Call Judith at 905-839-7816 or visit www.ajaxrcclub.com/mapl.html. FFRRIIDDAAYY,, FFEEBB.. 2211 MMAAYYOORRSS'' BBRREEAAKKFFAASSTT:: The Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade presents its annual may- ors' address from Ajax Mayor Steve Parish and Pickering Mayor Wayne Arthurs from 8 to 9:30 a.m. at Annandale Golf and Curling Club, at the corner of Church and Bayly Streets in Ajax. Tickets are $25 plus GST for members and $35 plus GST for non-members. Call 905-686- 0883. CCRROOCCHHEETT AANNDD KKNNIITTTTIINNGG:: The Ajax Se- niors' Friendship Club meets every Friday at 9:45 a.m. for these and other crafts. The club supplies most materials, with items going to the seniors' bazaar. Meet- ings are in the St. Andrew's Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr., Ajax. Call Peggy at 905-686-1573. EEUUCCHHRREE:: The Pickering Village Seniors Club plays every Friday at 1 p.m. at the club, 29 Linton Ave. The cost is $1. Call 905-683-7053. RREECCOOVVEERRYY MMEEEETTIINNGG:: The Serenity Group meets Fridays at 8 p.m. at Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd. for a 12-step re- covery meeting. The group discusses ad- dictions of all types including co-depen- dency. Call Jim during evenings at 905- 428-9431. FFOOLLKK CCIIRRCCLLEE:: The Durham Region Folk Circle meets Monday, at 7:30 p.m. at the Ajax Legion, 111 Hunt St. John Allen Cameron the "godfather of Canadian Celtic music" attends. Call Fred Brown at 905-427-8479. SSAATTUURRDDAAYY,, FFEEBB.. 2222 SSTTAAMMPP SSHHOOWW::The Ajax Stamp Club pre- senting their annual stamp show Apex 2003. Twenty stamp dealers have collec- tions on display from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the HMS Ajax Room, Ajax Community Centre. Admission is free. WWOORRKKSSHHOOPP:: St. Timothy's Presbyterian Church in Ajax hosts a workshop, 'Jour- ney into Self Discovery,' between 1 and 5 p.m. The goal is to help participants re- duce stress, gain confidence and over- come fears and obstacles. The church is located at 97 Burcher Rd. Call Cathy at 905-725-7138. Billboard FEBRUARY 19, 2003 A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Entertained to a tea PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG –––– The 3C Club (coffee, craft and conversation) at St. Andrew’s Presby- terian Church hosted an afternoon of fun and entertainment Feb. 14 as part of its 15th annual tea. Gary Faulkner entertained audiences with a number of love songs.