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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNA2003_04_09GOLDEN GIRL... Courtney Howell leads ringette team to national championship Sports, B1 IN THE CROSSFIRE It’s well appointed and easy to look at Wheels, Pullout Briefly... Pickering:Two teens were arrested Monday night in the stab- bing Sunday of a 16-year-old Picker- ing boy who is now recovering in hospital. Durham Regional Police said a disturbance took place just after midnight April 6 in a coffee shop at Bayly Street and Liverpool Road and then spilled outside, where the teen was stabbed in the back several times. The youth, who suffered serious injuries, was rushed by ambulance to Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hos- pital and transferred to Sunnybrook Health Science Centre in Toronto. Police said he is expected to survive. His condition is listed as stable. Officers arrested the two males, one 16 years old and the other 17, at a Pickering home at about 10 p.m. They were jointly charged with the aggravated assault, assault with a weapon, and weapons dangerous. They were being held yesterday for a bail hearing in Oshawa. Pickering:The Pickering-Ajax- Uxbridge provincial Liberal Riding As- sociation has selected its executive for 2003. Led by president Jim Grady, the committee also includes vice-presi- dent Dave Ryan, secretary Diane Sonego, Laurie Grady as treasurer, and Shirley Gawman as membership director. A number of directors were also named to the executive. They are: Bob Cheslo-Trengrove, Doris Beers, Bromme Wharton, Beverly Sefton, Bill Lightstone, Jerry Green and Munir Bashiruddin. What’s On... Thursday:The South Picker- ing Amateur Radio Club holds a meeting at the Pickering East Shore Community Centre, Liverpool Rd., south of Bayly St. The meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. Call Alan at 905-509- 2525 for information. Saturday: The Ajax-Pickering One Parent Families Association hosts a dance at the Pickering Recreation Complex on Valley Farm Road in Pickering at 8 p.m. A dress code is in effect All are welcome to attend. Tickets are $10 at the door for members and $12 for non-mem- bers. Call Sandra at 905-686-7933 for more information Index... Editorial Page, AA66 Sports, BB11 Entertainment, BB33 Classified, BB55 Give us a call... General 905-683-5110 Distribution 905-683-5117 General FAX 905-683-7363 Newsroom FAX 905-683-0386 Death Notices 905-683-3005 SERVING PICKERING SINCE 1965 News Advertiser PRESSRUN 46,600 ✦ 48 PAGES ✦ WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 2003 ✦ durhamregion.com ✦ OPTIONAL DELIVERY $6/$1 NEWSSTAND City says more than 1,000 trees were felled on rural property BByy LLeesslleeyy BBoovviiee Staff Writer PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ——Three brothers and Rosebank Farms Inc. face 332 charges following a City investigation into the cutting of more than 1,000 trees on the Duffin-Rouge Agricultural Preserve. Farmers Ryan, Chris and Richard Burkholder, along with Rosebank, were regis- tered as owners of the prop- erty, at Rosebank Road and 4th Concession, when the cutting occurred in mid- March, said Pickering chief administrative officer Tom Quinn. “It’s my understanding the fines are substantial and I’m advising the City clerk to aim for the maximum,” he said. With the help of the Min- istry of Natural Resources, Pickering’s bylaw depart- ment determined more than 1,000 trees had been cut down and the City laid the charges. The 332 charges represent the number of trees cut in vi- olation of Durham Region’s tree bylaw, explained Mr. Quinn. The Region’s bylaw re- quires owners of woodlots to not only notify the municipal- ity before any cutting takes place but to respect certain species and sizes of trees. “There’s a whole process to follow,” Mr. Quinn added. Under the municipal act, the maximum fine is $10,000 per charge. The cutting sparked an outcry from neighbours and local environmental groups, and even a rally, in which four protestors were charged with BByy SStteepphheenn SShhaaww Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ––––Ganesh Raghu- nauth admits to being a liar, a thief and a rotten, cheat- ing husband - but denies fa- tally poisoning his pregnant wife. In an opening address to the jury, lawyer Donna Kell- way said the Pickering man would take the witness stand and confess “he lied, and he lied a lot” to the po- lice after the death of his wife, Hemoutie (Geeta) Raghunauth. “He lied that he had a great and loving marriage... He lied about having a girl- friend... he lied about having many girlfriends,” Ms. Kell- way told jurors. “He lied when it came to money, he engaged in fraud- ulent behaviour,” she con- tinued, adding he dug him- self a deeper hole with each lie he told. “You will hear he did a lot of stupid things, he made a lot of foolish decisions. But he did not murder his wife... You will hear... he was an ab- solutely terrible husband, but that he did not poison his wife,” she said. Mr. Raghunauth, 32, is ac- cused of drugging his wife, 28, with sedatives prior to poisoning her with cyanide on Mother’s Day May 14, 2000. Mr. Raghunauth has pleaded not guilty to first- degree murder. Throughout the four- month-old trial, the Crown has portrayed Mr. Raghu- nauth as an unfaithful hus- band who led a life of fraud - and who was secretly en- gaged to a New York woman three weeks prior to his wife’s death. The defence, which main- tains that Mrs. Raghunauth committed suicide, did little to dispute the prosecution’s unflattering portrait, for the most part. But, while Mr. Raghu- nauth feels “morally respon- sible” for his wife’s death, given the awful way he treat- ed her during their six years of marriage, he will tell the court he did not poison her, Ms. Kellway said. “You will hear he did not Ganesh Raghunauth and his new wife, Hemoutie, share a toast on their wedding day. The Pickering man, currently on trial for murder in connection with his wife’s May 2000 death, took the stand yesterday and denied he fatally poisoned her. Teachers’ strike ‘imminent’: Gencey Accused a ‘terrible husband’, but not a killer, defence says Suspect sought in sex attack Fifteen-year-old Pickering girl assaulted PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ––––Durham Re- gional Police need the pub- lic’s help identifying a man who robbed and sexually as- saulted a 15-year-old girl. Police said the teen was walking to a convenience store on Oklahoma Drive at 10 p.m. last Wednesday when the man asked her to walk with him. She initially went with the man, but then changed her mind. “When she changed her mind he grabbed, fondled her and forced her to empty her pockets,” said Sergeant Paul Malik, police spokesman. The man took a small amount of cash from the girl and was last seen walking east on Bayly Street, Sgt. Malik said. The victim was “extremely upset, but not seriously in- jured,” he added. After the attack, which occurred in a plaza parking lot near Bayly Union contends it has run out of options BByy MMiikkee RRuuttaa Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ——Elementary teachers have rejected a new salary offer from the Durham District School Board and say a full strike “is pretty much imminent at this point. “We’re in Week 10, (Wednesday) will be Week 11 of the work-to-rule,” said Rachel Gencey, president of the Durham unit of the Ele- mentary Teachers’ Federa- tion of Ontario (ETFO). “I don’t think there’s any other place we can go except out on the picket line.” The board on Monday of- fered teachers a two-year salary deal, retroactive to last September, with a 6.75 per cent increase. That means a teacher’s maximum salary would be roughly $75,000 per year by the end of the agree- ment. The board continues to offer 150 minutes of prepa- ration time per week and to pay 90 per cent of the share of employee benefit costs, both improvements over the last contract. “They certainly didn’t feel that our offer was accept- able,” said Sally McIlveen, the board’s employee rela- tions superintendent. “I cer- tainly think we’ve hit the key points in the key areas. What I’m not understanding is why we’re not seeing more of a willingness to bargain when we’ve put forward such a solid offer.” The two sides have not made plans to meet again and agree they are at an im- passe. Trees cut, Pickering farmers charged ✦ Please see Pickering, A5 A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Once more, with harp! PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG –––– Harpist Liane James concentrates on her music during the annual general meeting of the PineRidge Arts Council at Pickering’s Waterfront Bistro. Liane, an Ajax resident, provided entertainment for arts council members as they arrived for the event. 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Most of the morning and after- noon was spent detailing his back- ground, education, work past and the history of his relationship with Mrs. Raghunauth. Court was told the couple, from Guyana, first met while both were working at a Guyanese bank, and began dating a few months after. They were engaged at the sugges- tion of her parents, he said, and Ms. Raghunauth migrated to Canada in 1993, planning to sponsor him to Canada. “We never discussed marriage,” Mr. Raghunauth testified, acknowl- edging his main goal in his relation- ship was to get into Canada. She left for Canada with her fam- ily in July 1993 and the couple was later married in a civil ceremony in New York on Sept. 15, 1993, court heard. “It was easier to sponsor a spouse to Canada than a fiance, so that’s what orchestrated the wed- ding,” said Mr. Raghunauth. He received landed status in March 1994, and they married in a Hindu religious ceremony in July before the couple eventually settled in Pickering. Court has heard Mr. Raghunauth was charged with defrauding two former employers, A & A Jewellers and York Central Hospital, where he worked in the accounts receiv- able departments. Mr. Raghunauth admitted yes- terday he “orchestrated” a series of internal frauds while working at A & A Jewellers, where his wife was also employed. “I wasn’t the only one involved,” he said, adding he and another co- worker were bitter promised raises were never given by the company. Mr. Raghunauth said his wife –– who was later fired –– was aware of the scheme, and helped facilitate the fraud. He testified one of his many ex- tramarital sexual encounters was with a female co-worker at A & A Jewellers, while working there with his wife. His testimony was to continue today, followed by cross-examina- tion. Metroland’s Durham community newspapers earn 16 industry awards DDUURRHHAAMM ——You’re reading one of Ontario’s best newspapers! Community newspapers in the Durham Region Division of Metroland Printing, Publishing and Distributing Ltd. collected 16 news- paper and individual awards, in- cluding six firsts, at the Ontario Community Newspapers Associa- tion Better Newspapers Competi- tion gala last Saturday in Toronto. The Ajax-Pickering News Adver- tiser finished third in general excel- lence, while reporters Mike Ruta and Lesley Bovie both finished third in writing categories. “This night capped off a truly memorable year in 2002 for our newspapers,” said Joanne Burghardt, Durham Division editor- in-chief. “To be nominated for 16 awards was incredible, and then to take home six first-place finishes is amazing.” Several newspapers finished in the top three in their circulation class in the General Excellence cate- gory. Also top three with the News Advertiser in Class 6 (over 25,000 circulation) was Oshawa/Whitby This Week, which placed second. In Class 4 (6,400 to 12,499), Port Perry This Week was second. The Uxbridge Times-Journal finished fourth in Class 4. Mr. Ruta, education reporter for the Durham public and Catholic school boards, finished third in Best News Story for his coverage of gay Catholic high school student Marc Hall’s legal fight to attend his prom. Ms. Bovie, who covers the city of Pickering, received recognition in the Sports and Recreation category for a story she wrote for Port Perry This Week on an introduction to fishing. The six first-place winners were: Tim Dolighan for Cartoonist of the Year; Brian McNair for sports and recreation story; Ron Pietroniro for sports photo of the year; Jason Liebregts and Mr. Pietroniro for photo layout; the This Week sports department of Brian Legree, Brad Kelly and Mr. McNair won the best sports section award; and the Cana- dian Statesman took top honours in Community Service for a special section on ITER. Durham reporter Jacquie McInnes took second place in the Reporter of the Year category. 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The Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser earned third-place general excellence honours from the Ontario Community Newspapers Association, and education reporter Mike Ruta was recognized for his coverage of gay high school student Marc Hall’s bid to bring his boyfriend to the Catholic school board’s prom last June. ✦ Defence from page A1 Police allege church members bilked in investment scheme PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ––––A 42-year-old Picker- ing man is charged with swindling fellow church parishioners out of $102,000 in an alleged investment fraud. Durham Regional Police said an investigation began last September after an Ajax couple reported giving $90,000 to a longtime friend to in- vest in a company. “The initial investments of $90,000 allegedly grew to a substan- tial amount and when the victims went to claim some of the money, the suspect denied them the funds and access to the paperwork on the investment,” said Sergeant Paul Malik. “The victims had met the suspect through their church and believed in his ability to invest money. They finally came forward (to police), as it was obvious to them that a crime had been committed.” During the investigation police learned another church member lost $12,000 under “the same set of circumstances,” Sgt. Malik said. Bruce James Pillinger, 42, of Radom Street, is charged with two counts of fraud over $5,000. Mr. Pillinger is scheduled to make his first appearance in Oshawa court on May 8. 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It takes place Saturday, May 10 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Picker- ing Civic Complex, One The Es- planade. “The idea was spurred by a tragic house fire in Pickering last year,” ex- plained organizer Michelle Francis- Cleary. “We wanted to do something that would both remember the chil- dren who lost their lives and help prevent a similar tragedy in the fu- ture.” See demonstrations from fire and police services, learn about bike and vehicle safety, natural disaster re- sponses and more. Learn how to minimize the risk of West Nile virus in your own backyard and what to consider when choosing a child-care centre. There will also be family fun, in- cluding a variety of children’s activi- ties and a basketball challenge. Admission is free. For more information, call 905- 683-6720. Be prepared for an unexpected disaster Second demonstration at board offices Friday BByy MMiikkee RRuuttaa Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ——What was to have been a day of protest at some Durham public schools fizzled Monday. Organizer Rebecca Gordon, a Whitby parent, had predicted more than 250 students would picket two schools to protest the work-to-rule labour action by elementary teach- ers. However, roughly 20 students and three parents demonstrated in front of Bellwood Public School in Whitby before school, while a planned protest at College Hill Public School in Oshawa did not occur. Instead, four students and one parent came to Bellwood. Ms. Gordon was disappointed by the turnout, and said it was time to “regroup”. Yesterday, she said another protest would take place at the Durham District School Board Edu- cation Centre in Whitby at 8:30 a.m. Friday. “This is not a fight against the teachers,” she said. “It is about get- ting the board and the teachers’ unions to take contract disputes off the kids’ backs.” On Monday, she claimed that board and school staff first threat- ened picketing students with expul- sion if they did not come to school and then warned they would not be allowed to attend the Grade 8 grad- uation party. “I’m hoping that if the public knows the board and the schools are using these kinds of tactics against little kids that the public is going to be outraged at the board and the school and they’re going to rise up and do something,” said Ms. Gordon. Joe Hircock, Whitby schools su- perintendent, denied threats were made. He said the picketing stu- dents were reported absent because they had not entered the school, and for safety reasons their parents were called. The parents, in turn, wanted to speak with their kids and told them over the phone to go to class. “It was a conversation between the parent and the student; it was- n’t administration threatening them,” said Mr. Hircock. When school staff made those calls, “a lot of the parents had indi- cated to us that they did not give permission” for the students to miss school and picket, he said, adding no student was suspended. The picketing students, though small in number, were enthusiastic. They complained about the loss of extracurricular activities, lack of extra help from teachers and the lit- tle amount of information on report cards. “We’re not going to be ready for high school,” Grade 8 student Lisa Guthrie said. “We don’t know how to improve our marks.” She said students in her grade are being denied what is for them the highlight of elementary school — the graduation party. “What are you going to remember from Grade 8, that you made circle graphs or graduation?” Lisa asked. As the protest took place, Bell- wood parents Michelle Fisher and Laura Gallacher stood across the street with a large sign expressing support for the teachers. They said they volunteer at the school, know how hard teachers work and sup- port their efforts to get a better con- tract agreement. “We don’t agree with this protest because we don’t feel (the work-to- rule) is affecting their children’s ed- ucation,” said Ms. Fisher “They shouldn’t be here,” added Ms. Gallacher. “They should be at the board (office), not in front of the school.” Told that students across the street were complaining about a lack of extra help from teachers, she replied, “I sit at the table every night and help my kids.” Ms. Gordon repeated an earlier vow to keep her kids out of school until the work-to-rule is over. The board doesn’t want to be con- frontational and any parent opting to keep a student home would be advised to send them back to school, said Mr. Hircock. “We don’t want parents to keep them at home because of the labour dispute,” he said. “Teaching and learning is going on in the class- room.” Ms. Gordon said she was hoping for a big turnout Friday and said any parent who wanted more infor- mation about both it and keeping students out of school should e-mail her at, rebeccagordon@rogers.com. A/P PAGE A4 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, April 9, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Attention: Stay-At-Home Moms! 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Ms. Gencey said the salary in- crease is not enough, accusing the board of “lowballing” teachers. “We look at what deals have been settled around the province and even in our own backyard,” she said. “I don’t think it’s acceptable that Durham teachers should be making $100 less (per year) than a teacher in Havelock.” It’s a matter of principle, said Ms. Gencey, since elementary teachers here have experienced “decades of decline” compared to others in On- tario. She said teachers would not ac- cept the removal of items in the last contract, as the board has pro- posed, such as relating to pregnan- cy leave, release time for teachers and others. Ms. Gencey said the board’s position that bargaining in- volves give and take is out of touch with reality. “It doesn’t work that way any- more; no one is taking,” she said, re- ferring to other education deals around the province. The union isn’t prepared to ac- cept a two-year deal, as the board proposes, because it doesn’t know how much money the Province will provide for teacher raises this year, she said. “We continue to seek a two-year deal,” said Ms. McIlveen. ✦ Durham from page A1 Durham elementary teachers’ union rejects board’s latest offer A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo A handful of students took to the street outside their school Monday to protest the teachers’ work-to-rule campaign. A second protest is planned at the Durham District School Board offices Friday morning at 8:30 a.m. Make a bid on quilts DDUURRHHAAMM —— Quilts will blan- ket an upcom- ing show. The Kindred Hearts group presents a quilt show and mini quilt auction Saturday, April 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Whitby Baptist Church, 411 Gilbert St. E., Whitby. T h e event includes vendors, a quil- ters’ market, re- freshments, mini auction and all-day viewing. 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N., Pick. 135 Kingston Rd., Ajax 222 Bayly St. W., Ajax 1360 Kingston Rd., Pick. * Delivered to selected households only * Bell Small & Medium Business Ajax/Pick. * Dell Computers Ajax/Pick. * Dickson Printing Golf Tournament Pick. * Magical Parties For Children Pick. * Mark’s Work Wearhouse Ajax/Pick. * Mobile Vacuum Ajax. * Party Packages Ajax/Pick. Real Estate Ajax/Pick. * Salvation Army Ajax. * Square Boy Pizza Ajax. * The Bay Ajax/Pick. * The Shoe Club Ajax/Pick. Wheels Ajax/Pick. Randy Wednesday’s carrier of the week is Randy. He enjoys playing baseball and basketball. He will receive a dinner for 4 voucher compliments of McDonald’s. Congratulations Randy for being our Carrier of the Week. Pickering lays hundreds of charges under tree bylaw trespassing and local councillors and MPs exchanged platforms on protecting the preserve. But Chris Burkholder maintains he and his brothers didn’t know the work was taking place, and pointed out that although he farms the area, he lives in Stouffville. During the winter months, he said, doesn’t visit the site as regularly. He wouldn’t say who authorized the cutting or what kind of company Rosebank Farms Inc. is, only that he and his brothers had recently sold their interest in the land to the company. They are currently leasing it back and plan to farm it this spring. “I can’t comment because it’s be- fore the court,” he said. “But I want to be clear on one thing: my broth- ers and I had nothing to do with the tree cutting.” Regardless of who authorized the cutting, the City has to charge the registered owners, said Mr. Quinn. A court date has been set for Monday, April 28. Police seek sex assault suspect Street and Westshore Boulevard, the teen called her father, who picked her up. The suspect is described as black, in his early 20s, 5-foot-11, with a goatee. He wore a beige cap, black leather jacket, light blue jeans and dark shoes. To view the sketch check the po- lice web site at www.drps.ca. Anyone with information about the case is asked to call the Sexual Assault Unit at 905-579-1520, ext. 5318, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800- 222-8477. ✦ Police from page A1 ✦ Pickering from page A1 SARS puts ITER talks on hold DDUURRHHAAMM –––– World tension over the out- break of the deadly strain of pneumonia known as SARS has caused in- ternational del- egates on the ITER fusion re- search project to postpone a trip to Durham. Meetings for the $12-billion international re- search facility were supposed to begin in Clar- ington with a site visit from the Chinese and United States delegates this week. The visit was to be fol- lowed by preparatory meetings and formal negotia- tions over the next two weeks between the in- ternational partners with delegates from China, the U.S., the European Union, Japan, the Russian Federation and Canada, all partners in the plan to build ITER (Interna- tional Ther- monuclear Ex- perimental Re- actor). “With concern over the SARS situation some meetings have been resched- uled with other pre-arranged meetings in Tokyo on April 23/24 and in May in Garch- ing, Germany,” said Laura Fer- guson, spokesman for ITER Canada. Now, delegates are expected to return to Cana- da for the ninth round of formal negotiations in June. At that time, the Chinese and U.S. delegations will visit the Clarington site. The two coun- tries joined the ITER partners earlier this year and have not yet had the oppor- tunity to visit here and see Canada’s bid to host the project, she said. Japan, France and Spain have also proposed sites for the pro- ject. Click and say The way we were Photos supplied by the Heritage Ajax Advisory Committee on behalf of the Ajax Community Archives. For more information about either, please call Brenda Kriz at 905-619-2529 ext. 343. 71 Church St. S. In the early 1830s, Sarah Gordon left Ireland and brought her family (six sons and three daughters) to Canada. The oldest daughter, Mrs. Shackelton (mother of the famous explorer) stayed behind. Receiving a grant from the Honourable William Allen in 1837, the family settled in Pickering Village. The house, built in 1860, stayed in the family until 1958. Son Joseph Gordon was a Loyal Orangeman and fought the rebels in 1837. Hard line pushes teachers to brink Now’s the time to speak up before a full-blown strike The Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario wants it all - substantial increases in pay, benefits and prep time with no concessions. Period. End of story. As animosity grows at the bargaining table, local pres- ident Rachel Gencey has cast a barb at the Durham Dis- trict School Board, saying the board's bargaining posi- tion of giving in some areas and taking away in others is out of touch with reality. ETFO's negotiators shot down Monday's offer that would have seen substantive increases in all three key areas and are now threatening a full-blown strike. Ms. Gencey says teachers have nowhere to go but the picket line, noting "it's unacceptable that Durham teach- ers should be making $100 (per year) less than a teacher in Havelock." Since January, ETFO has held up York Region as the example to which all other contracts will be compared. York recently settled a deal which sees teachers at the top of the scale earning $73,999 as of this month, escalat- ing to $76,265 in two years. Monday's offer included 6.75 per cent over two years, moving a Durham teacher at the top of the scale to ap- proximately $74,915 in two years. In addition to the cash, the board continues to offer an increase in paid benefits from 80 to 90 per cent and 150 minutes of prep time per week. Currently the teachers have 135 minutes per week of prep time. We have to ask just who is in charge here - local teach- ers or the provincial head office of ETFO? According to ETFO's Web site, the provincial office has taken over ne- gotiations at 12 of 31 boards. Just two of those contracts have been settled - one being the trend-setting York Re- gion board. It appears this contract will not be settled until the Ministry of Education releases long-awaited in- formation on how much grant money it is sending Durham's way. No new talks have been scheduled and stewards from each school will meet Thursday to prepare an escalation of the current strike action. There have been rumblings local teachers are unhappy with the hard-line stance ETFO is taking. If that's true, it's time they send a message loud and clear to their bar- gaining team and Thursday is the day to do that. If Durham teachers want the opportunity to vote on the current offer, they should send that message through their stewards. If they are content to let the guys from head office call the shots, Durham teachers had better be prepared to turn in their chalk for picket signs. LLaasstt wweeeekk’’ss qquueessttiioonn:: Are you taking any extra precautions because of the risk of severe acute respiratory syndrome? ✦ No 52.6 per cent ✦ Yes 47.4 per cent Votes cast: 194 Cast your vote online at infodurhamregion.com TThhiiss wweeeekk’’ss qquueessttiioonn:: Do you feel safe in Durham now that police stats show violent crime is declining? ✦ Yes ✦ No P PAGE A6 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, April 9, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Premier questions media coverage What Premier Ernie Eves needs is his own CNN. The Progressive Conser- vative premier has complained news media are not portraying his government sympathetically enough. Mr. Eves objected particularly to criticisms of his tactic of clos- ing the legislature before an election to go politicking and for unveiling his budget outside it to deprive the opposition par- ties of their traditional forum. The premier said he could not understand why the media made such a fuss and were pre- occupied with procedures sur- rounding a budget rather than the measures in it that affect people. Another time, announcing more spending on education, he charged media care more about procedures than children's fu- tures. Mr. Eves warmed to his criti- cism at a party meeting when he said about the only thing the media have got right in the year he has been premier is the To- ries have to work hard to win an election and he urged them not to be complacent. Public Safety Minister Bob Runciman claimed where the budget is delivered is not a big issue in his riding, but "is an issue with the Queen's Park press gallery", who are trying to get blood out of this thing. Health Minister Tony Clement called the issue impor- tant only to media pundits, pro- fessors and the cognoscenti, and Tory backbencher Joe Spina scoffed reporters rarely sit in the legislature when the budget is delivered. He seemed unaware they already have the document, are busy writing sto- ries and obtaining reaction and do not have the luxury of watch- ing it read. Mr. Eves's campaign head- quarters also sent a bulletin to supporters saying reporters are not explaining his policies prop- erly and they should watch his TV commercials, which, as everyone knows, are completely unbiased. Mr. Eves has long felt media have been unfair. When he left, after being finance minister, to go into the private sector, he said he was looking forward to "a life free of media", probably half-joking, but it showed what was on his mind. Most media had praised him as competent, but dwelled also on his frequent absences from the legislature and his northern riding, which are legitimate is- sues, and his slicked-back hair, dandyish dress and acrimo- nious divorce, which are human traits people like to read about, but have no bearing on his per- formance. Since returning as premier, he has not been lavished with the constant praise from right-wing newspapers his predecessor, Mike Harris, could rely on. These papers have been cool- er to him because Mr. Eves moved the party toward the centre with such policies as postponing tax cuts and privati- zation, but are coming back to the fold as he has started edging back to the right and is about to call an election. Mr. Eves also is irritated be- cause media focused on revela- tions ministers lived it up in bars and restaurants on taxpay- ers' money, but failed to empha- size almost all this took place while Mr. Harris was premier. In retaliation, Mr. Eves's staff dumped 12,000 pages of request- ed expense claims, covering seven years and many barely de- cipherable, on reporters at the end of an already unusually busy day and hampered them in their coverage. The public will not care, but reporters protest- ed. Mr. Eves has not picked the safest ground on which to take on media, however, when he claims they are raising a storm about nothing over his unveiling the budget outside the legisla- ture. Almost all newspapers across the province, including many that normally support the To- ries and some as far away as Britain, the land of parliamen- tary tradition, have accused him of an unprecedented violation of rules to hush up opponents. Media are rarely so close to unanimity and Eves would have difficulty arguing so many di- verse and often friendly voices are wrong. Eves is following a tradition of premiers complaining news media are unfair, but he is bet- ter off than Harris, who is suing one paper for libel, and his pre- decessor, New Democrat Bob Rae, who complained "if I taught my dog to walk on water, the media would say Rae's dog can't swim". For decades, Eric Dowd has been covering provincial politics as a freelance columnist based out of Queen's Park. 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The reasons are, the students do not understand unions, what they are, and why and how their members have to comply with their orders. To chant to teach- ers and tell them, 'We don't have to go to school until you stop the work to rule,' is wrong. Students need to understand what the facts are. One fact is the ele- mentary union will charge $500 to each teacher if they don't co- operate with 'work to rule.' Members unfortunately make sure this happens. Teachers can't work during March break, even the single mom or dad teacher who needs more in- come. The union is placing these sanctions on the teachers. Keep in mind that they are without a contract. I believe a majority of the teachers want to teach. The parents would be out with their picket sign if their union so de- manded. The parents need to explain to their children what unions represent. The teachers pay unions to represent them fairly. Their vote was to strike. The students must understand it is a labour problem. The students may not understand this at this time, but when they are working like their parents, they will. Everyone wants more money, benefits, prep time, and a safe environment, each and every one of us. It all comes down to this question: when will it be enough to satisfy? MMeelliinnddaa CCrraawwffoorrdd DDuurrhhaamm DDiissttrriicctt SScchhooooll BBooaarrdd ttrruusstteeee Let Canadians be the judge TToo tthhee eeddiittoorr:: Re: 'U.S. ambassador should be censured: Durham MP,' March 28. Hey, if the U.S. ambassador sways my opinion or that of oth- ers, maybe it has something to do with the man saying it the way it is. If Alex Shepherd does not think the people of Canada are grown up enough to hear differ- ent views and make their own judgements, maybe he's spent too much time in the Liberal kindergarten where freethink- ing is not allowed. MMiikkee NNeewwmmaann,, PPiicckkeerriinngg Where was Pickering council? TToo tthhee eeddiittoorr:: Re: 'Pickering resists new riding plan,' March 30. I wonder if any of our fine Pickering councillors made a representation to the commis- sion when they had the chance, to ensure Pickering would be kept intact in the redistribution of riding boundaries. Clarington was so successful in doing this. Perhaps Councillor Mark Hol- land can use his close ties with the federal Liberals to change the decision, albeit a little late in the process. Or, on second thought, we might be better off becoming part of Toronto. At least they enjoy property taxes that are considerably lower than what we pay here in Pickering and they receive bet- ter services. Go figure. WWaayynnee JJ.. SSeenniiss,, PPiicckkeerriinngg 24 Hour Access 905.420.4660 cityofpickering.com905.420.2222 ATTEND PUBLIC MEETINGS AT CITY HALL DATE MEETING TIME April 9 Committee of Adjustment 7:00 pm April 14 Planning Committee & Committee of the Whole 7:30 pm April 17 Statutory Public Information Meeting 7:00 pm April 22 City Council Meeting 7:30 pm All meetings are open to the public. For meeting details call 905.420.2222 or visit the website. Children & Youth Leisure Programs Register Now Call 905.420.4621 Tele-Reg Now! Spring & Summer Programs by phone 905.420.4749 Private Club Facilities at Community Prices CITY OF PICKERING HOLIDAY OPERATING HOURS NOTICE OF PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE AND INFORMATION SESSION TO REVIEW THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE OAK RIDGES MORAINE (ORM) CONSERVATION PLAN Two Open House sessions will be held on: TUESDAY APRIL 15TH, 2003 WITH PRESENTATIONS BEING GIVEN AT 5:00 P.M. AND 8:00 P.M. at the Claremont Community Centre 4941 Old Brock Road, Claremont The Ontario government, through recent legislation, has approved the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan to establish a new policy framework that will guide land use on the Oak Ridges Moraine. The policies contained within the Provincial Plan are ecologically driven and have been designed to protect key environmental features and water resources on the Moraine. The map below indicates those lands within the City of Pickering that are subject to this new legislation. The Provincial legislation requires that the City of Pickering amend the existing Official Plan and Zoning By-law to bring local planning policy into conformity with Provincial requirements. Over the next 6 months, the City of Pickering Planning & Development Department, with the assistance of its consultant, Meridian Planning, will be proceeding through an Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment process to achieve this. The purpose of this Open House is to provide residents of the City of Pickering with information regarding the implementation of the Province’s Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan and to highlight the implications for future land use on those lands affected. Interested persons are invited to attend either of two Open House sessions to be held on Tuesday, April 15th, 2003 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., and again between 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. A brief presentation will be given at 5:00 p.m. and again at 8:00 p.m. Each of the presentations will be followed by a question and answer period. Numerous maps and display materials will be available for public review one hour before each presentation. During that time, City staff and the consultant will be on hand to meet with residents in an informal setting and to answer any questions. For further information please contact Catherine Rose, Manager, Policy or Grant McGregor, Principal Planner - Policy at the City of Pickering Planning & Development Department, at 905.420.4617, fax 905.420.7648, or email plan&dev@city.pickering.on.ca. Pickering Pottery Studio Located at the Pickering Recreation Complex, The Pickering Pottery Studio has openings in adult and children’s classes including the Monday and Thursday night beginner and intermediate adult classes. Call 905.420.2667 for more information Meet at the Whitevale Community Centre at 1:30 p.m. and join staff of the Toronto & Region Conservation Authority for an informative spring hike north up the Seaton Trail to the Whitevale Dam. Learn more about the spring flowers, wildlife and fish that share the valleylands of the Duffins Creek along this stretch of the Seaton Trail. Talk to experts about the recent restoration works to the historic dam, and find out what role it plays today in managing fish habitat. Wear appropriate foot wear and dress for the weather. Refreshments will be provided following the hike! For more Information contact: Toronto Region Conservation 416.661.6600 ext. 5330 mzynwala@trca.on.ca Scenic Seaton Trail & Whitevale Dam Hike Sunday, April 13, 2003 1:30 to 3:30 pm Tender for Roof Replacement - Delaney Arena, Pickering Recreation Complex Tender No. T - 8 - 2003 Sealed tenders will be received by the undersigned department for the above no later than 2:00 p.m: Wednesday, April 30, 2003 The work consists of roof replacement of Delaney Arena Roof at the Pickering Recreation Complex in accordance with terms, plans and specifications prepared for the City of Pickering. A mandatory site visit has been arranged for Tuesday, April 15, 2003, 10:00 AM starting at Delaney Arena, Pickering Recreation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Road, Pickering. Only bidders who attend the site visit, sign in and perform a complete viewing at that time shall be allowed to bid. The bidder must include with the tender submission a bid deposit of five thousand ($5,000.00) dollars or a bid bond in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the total tendered amount available for sixty (60 days) from date of tender closing; and an original Agreement to Bond form ensuring that 100% performance and 100% labour & materials payment bonds can be supplied. After tender closing for evaluation a bidder will be required to provide a copy of their Health & Safety Policy, current Cost and Frequency Report issued by WSIB; current Certificate of Clearance issued by WSIB; certificate of insurance - $5,000,000 Comprehensive Liability including premises and all operations. This is not a conclusive listing of requirements - it is solely the bidder’s responsibility to review the tendering document for full requirements. Tendering packages are available upon a non- refundable payment of $75.00 per set by cash or cheque made payable to the City of Pickering by contacting Supply & Services tel. 905.420.4616, located on the 2nd Floor of the Pickering Civic Complex. Request for a list of bidders is to be in writing, faxed to Supply & Services, 905.420.5313. Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. The Corporation of the City of Pickering Corporate Services Department Supply & Services, 2nd Floor One The Esplanade Pickering, Ontario LlV 6K7 Vera A. Felgemacher, C.P.P., CPPO, CPPB, CMM I Manager, Supply & Services Artfest on the Esplanade Saturday, June 7, 2003 Esplanade Park (behind City Hall) 11 am - 5 pm Call to Participate .... in this one of a kind Outdoor Show & Sale! The deadline is fast approaching, so register today to participate in this one of a kind outdoor arts event. Artists are invited to exhibit and sell their work - deadline for artist’s registration is May 9, 2003. Community Performers are invited to showcase their talents at the outdoor Gazebo - deadline for performer’s registration is April 25, 2003. Artists new to this event must include a demo tape with their application. For more information or to receive your registration package please call 905.420.4620 ext. 2099. Space is limited, so register today! Some conditions to participate do apply and registration does not guarantee event participation. This event is presented by the City of Pickering, in partnership with the PineRidge Arts Council. Get Outside & Enjoy the VEW! STARTING in May, the VEW (Volunteer Environmental Watch) monitoring program will begin its’ third season. If you’re looking for a volunteering opportunity or want to get outside and explore the natural areas found within the watershed, this VEW is for YOU! VEW Training Workshops For more information, please call: Angela Porteous Frenchman’s Bay Watershed Rehabilitation Project (905) 420-4660 Ext. 2212 Do YOU need to complete Community Service Hours? If so, than I have good news! Taking part in the VEW monitoring program (training workshops and “Watch” programs) will work towards the completion of required community service time for local high school students and guide/scout groups By learning monitoring protocols and obtaining monitoring booklets (provided by project staff) you can venture into the field. Each “Watch” program can be completed individually or as a group. Go Ahead, Make a Difference! For more information, please call: Angela Porteous Frenchman’s Bay Watershed Rehabilitation Project (905) 420-4660 Ext. 2212 1st Workshop Wednesday May 21st Alex Robertson Park, (off Sandy Beach Rd) 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm 2nd Workshop Wednesday July 23rd Alex Robertson Park, (off Sandy Beach Rd) 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm It’s A Frog Frenzy! If you have ever been outside on a warm spring evening, than you’ve heard the familiar sounds of these frog calls. Jug o’rum...Jug o’rum... peep...peep...peep... learn the answers to these questions and more at an Amphibian Workshop When: Tuesday May 13th, 2003 Where: Frenchman’s Bay Yacht Club at the bottom of Sunrise Ave. just off West Shore Blvd. Time: 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm Where else can the entire family have fun learning about these slippery creatures? Guest speakers, games and more! Hop to it! Why monitor Frogs? Why are Frogs Disappearing? What do different Frog calls sound like? How Many Frogs are in Ontario? Have Frogs been heard Locally? Pickering Recreation Complex Pickering Recreation Complex 1867 Valley Farm Road, just east of the Pickering Town Centre 905.683.6582 Email: pickeringrecreation@city.pickering.on.ca FACILITIES Cardio & Weight Rooms Cybex Selectorized Weight Machines & Plate-Loaded Swimming Whirlpool & Sauna $21 per month Make it Yours For under New cash fares: Adults cash: $1.85 Student cash: $1.50 Senior cash: $0.80 Specialized Services: $1.90 New Fares as of April 1 Rising costs mean we must pass on a modest increase in fares to our riders. Ask your bus driver or see our website for the full list of new fares. Use old passes/tickets along with cash until April 27. 905.683.4111 ~ cityofpickering.com Pre-School Programs at the Pickering Recreation Complex! For children 0-5 years of age Sessions start Monday April 28, 2003 Creative Play - Arts & Crafts/Painting/Stories/Music and much more! Kindergym - Active kindergym program geared towards the different age groups. Programs include: “Parent and Tot” (0-3 yrs.) Come out and enjoy some quality time with your child in a relaxed and informal setting. Lots of opportunities for your child to socialize, learn and have fun! “Programs without Parental Assistance” (3-5 yrs.) these programs are excellent for children. Register now and ensure that your child gets to be part of the “Pickering Pre-School Experience”! 905.420.4621 CIVIC COMPLEX (CITY HALL) Friday April 18 CLOSED Monday April 21 CLOSED CITY COUNCIL MEETING Tuesday April 22 7:30pm RECREATION COMPLEX Friday April 18 CLOSED Saturday April 19 7:00 am - 9:00 pm Sunday April 20 CLOSED Monday April 21 6:00 am - 5:00 pm RECREATION COMPLEX POOL Friday April 18 CLOSED Saturday April 19 1:00 pm - 4:00pm Open Swim Learn to Swim 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Open Swim Learn to Swim Sunday April 20 CLOSED Monday April 21 6:00 am - 7:30 am Lane Swim 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Adult Swim 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Public Swim 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Public Swim 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm Adult Swim DUNBARTON POOL Friday April 18 CLOSED Saturday April 19 Learn to Swim ONLY Sunday April 20 CLOSED Monday April 21 CLOSED RECREATION COMPLEX ARENA Friday April 18 CLOSED Saturday April 19 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Sunday April 20 CLOSED Monday April 21 4:00 pm - 12:00 midnight PICKERING MUSEUM VILLAGE Friday April 18 CLOSED Monday April 21 CLOSED GARBAGE & RECYCLING Friday April 18 Collections moved to Saturday, April 19, 2003 Monday April 21 No Collection Changes Scheduled AJAX & PICKERING TRANSIT AUTHORITY Friday April 18 No Service Saturday April 19 Regular Saturday Service Sunday April 20 No Service Monday April 21 Regular Service during the day with a modified Evening Dial-a-Bus PICKERING SPECIALIZED SERVICES Friday April 18 Pre-booked Dialysis Services only (Taxi) Saturday April 19 Regular Saturday Service Sunday April 20 No Service Monday April 21 Pre-booked Dialysis Services only (Taxi) EMERGENCY SERVICES City of Pickering Emergency Telephone Number is 905-683-4319 PICKERING PUBLIC LIBRARIES Friday April 18 CLOSED Saturday April 19 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Sunday April 20 CLOSED Monday April 21 CLOSED Based on annual, adult Membership www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, April 9, 2003 PAGE A7 P A/P PAGE A8 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, April 9, 2003 www.durhamregion.com GRAND OPENING DURHAM CENTRE APRIL 11TH 90 Kingston Rd. 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Welcome Summer with auto, air, pw seats, tilt, cruise, only 58,000 kms $13,889* 2000 EXPLORER SPORT 4X4 V6, auto, air, leather, moonroof, 65K $17,888* 2002 MUSTANG COUPE V6, auto, air, power group, tilt & cruise, cass. & CD, 27K $19,888* 2002 MUSTANG CONVERT. V6, auto, air, power group, tilt, cruise, 20K. $24,988* LLaarrrraaiinnee RRoouullssttoonn rr ee cc yy cc ll ee rr ’’ss rree pp oo rr tt More tips on cloth diapers If deciding to use cloth diapers, it is helpful to be aware of all input. Re- garding my recent column on how to wash diapers, Sue Peschke offered some advice. “I would like to share an easier way to wash and store cloth diapers. I had two children in cloth diapers. Filling the pail with cold water was a problem. First it created a lot of odour from the wet diapers. Second- ly, the pail was very hard to lift with the cold water and wet diapers. “What I learned was just to put the soiled diapers in a pail with no water. When I was ready to do a load, I emptied the pail into the washing machine and did a load with cold water in the machine (prewash). The soak water was drained out prior to washing. This was much easier on my back, and did not smell near as much as the wet diapers. “Two downsides to cloth diapers that you have never mentioned, and may not be aware of are as follows: • Baby clothes do not fit the bulk of the cloth diaper and waterproof pants. • Diaper rashes are much more prevalent in cloth diapers. The new disposable ones wick moisture away from a baby’s bottom. Cloth diapers do not. This will not affect all babies, just those more prone to diaper rash.” I thank Sue for her additional ad- vice. For my own four children who wore cloth diapers (two at the same time and I am still living to tell about it), I kept the pail of diapers in the laundry tub so that emptying it of water meant it just had to be tipped over. Dry diapers do have less odour (I tested this myself as I have my grandson living here for a short time). If cloth models are used ex- clusively, a laundry would be done about every three days. If using dis- posables for outings and bedtime for example, the cloth diapers probably will sit longer awaiting a laundry time and then the odour becomes more prevalent. Form-fitted diapers with Velcro are more bulky and also take longer to dry than the flat ones. However, after a few minutes in the dryer, they can be taken out to air dry. I do not notice any problems with clothes not fitting well. To avoid diaper rash with cloth, the child must be changed quite fre- quently. Babies in cloth tend to be- come toilet trained earlier, as they feel the wetness. Disposables allow babies to stay in the same diaper for hours, and personally I feel that, sur- rounding the baby’s bottom, the chemicals in them are somewhat worrisome. A reminder to deposit all feces into the toilet for proper sewage treatment. This notice is printed on the disposable diaper packaging, but not in bold type on the top as it should be because that would take away from its ‘conve- nience’. To responsibly recycle diapers, search the Web under ‘diapers, dis- posable, and recycle’. Reader comments and questions are always welcomed. ❑❑❑ Larraine Roulston is a Pickering- based freelance columnist, covering the latest in community recycling and waste reduction initiatives. E-mail her at roulstonlp@sympatico.ca. Get on the dial with local club PP IICCKKEERRIINNGG —— There’s a club just for ama- teur radio op- erators and new members are welcome. If you are a licensed ama- teur radio op- erator or are interested in learning, the South Picker- ing Amateur Radio Club meets on the second and fourth Thurs- day of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Pickering East Shore Commu- nity Centre, Liverpool Road, south of Bayly Street. For more in- formation, call 905-509-2525. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, April 9, 2003 PAGE B1 P PLAYOFFS Tickets Still Available! Oshawa vs. Ottawa Wednesday, April 9th 7:35 p.m. Tickets by phone 1-416-872-5000 or at www.ticketmaster.ca Box Office Info. Only: 728-5163 SSppoorrttss &&RReeccrreeaattiioonn WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 2003 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ AL RIVETT, SPORTS EDITOR 905-683-5110 EXT. 250 Sports Briefs APRIL 9, 2003 Ramsay's improvement gets the attention of OHL coaches AAJJAAXX ---- An Ajax junior hockey player was the coaches' choice for one of the awards in an annual poll within the On- tario Hockey League this season. Ryan Ramsay, of the Plymouth Whalers, was chosen the most improved player in the league's Western Confer- ence. Ramsay received 25 votes, com- pared to London Knights' Ryan Hare with 24 and Sault Ste. Marie's Sean Stefanski with 10. The veteran centre was second in team scoring during the regular season with 33 goals and 55 assists in 59 games. The Whalers defeated the Owen Sound Attack in the first round of the OHL Western Conference playoffs and are now playing the Knights in the semifi- nals. The OHL poll provides team coaches with the opportunity to recognize play- ers in several skill categories. The top three players in each category from the Eastern and Western Conferences are recognized. Coaches vote for each category within their conference and are not per- mitted to vote for players on their team. Players receive five points for a first- place vote, three for a second and one for a third. Lanns comes through for Susuqehanna PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ---- A city baseball player had a big hand in his university ball team's recent doubleheader sweep. Centre-fielder Gerohn Lanns went 2- for-4 with three runs scored in the Susuqehanna University Crusaders' 14-6 victory over Messiah University Falcons in Commonwealth Conference action in Grantham, Pennsylvania Tuesday. In the nightcap, the Crusaders won 11-10 with Lanns going 2-for-4 with two runs scored and a double. Lanns is in his junior season with the Selinsgrove, Pa.-based university squad. Tennis time with Sandy Beach club PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ---- The Sandy Beach Ten- nis Club serves up a membership night this week. Beginning at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 9, the main foyer at the Pickering Recre- ation Complex will be transformed into a registration session for the club's pro- grams. Located in Kinsmen Park on Sandy Beach Road, the club offers a full-slate of adult competitive and junior leagues, social nights, clinics and lessons. For more information, call Loida at 905-831-1724. Ringers needed for summer of horsing around AAJJAAXX ---- New members are being sought for a league where participants, quite proudly, horse around. The Ajax Horseshoe Pitchers Asso- ciation is looking for men and women of all ages and skill levels from across Durham Region. It's a recreational league, with abilities ranging from dead ringers to those just trying to make the pit. The league runs May 7 to Sept. 17, playing from early evening until dusk, at the Ajax Kinsmen Heritage Centre, 120 Roberson Dr. Following the games, mem- bers then spend time socializing inside the centre. There are also two optional mid- season fun tournaments and a banquet at the end of the season. The cost is $90, which includes the banquet. There are also discounts avail- able if there's more than one person in a family joining. For more information, including sign- up dates, call Jim at 905-427-6963 or Emilie at 905-427-5987. RRYYAANN RRAAMMSSAAYY ‘Most improved’. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Driving to the hoop PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG –––– Envoy Business Services’ Kerri Elovarri tries to drive past a Lakar Carpentry player during semifinal action in the Pickering Men’s Basketball League. The playoff contest was played at Dunbarton High School Monday night. Panthers’ coach-GM steps down from posts Wilson leaving for ‘work-related’ reasons; Boyer beating bushes for replacement BByy AAll RRiivveetttt Sports Editor PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ----The Pickering Boyer Pontiac Panthers are in the market for a new coach and general manag- er. The OHA Ontario Provincial Ju- nior 'A' Hockey League team an- nounced last week Jim Wilson, who held the posts for the past year, stepped down from his position be- cause of "work-related" issues. Wil- son is the head of physical educa- tion at Bethune Collegiate in Toron- to. "The job I've held for the last five years at my school is changing and, as a result of that, I'm no longer able to make our practices, for example, and take on the role I've taken on in coaching over the last couple of years," he said. Panthers' president Michael Boyer is also disappointed Wilson couldn't return, saying the team -- in a rebuilding mode last year -- was beginning to show signs of progress late in the season. "Jim's been on board for the past year and has been an absolute prince of a guy. We would have loved for him to stay. He had one of the youngest teams in the league last year and we have the makings of a good team this year." Boyer currently has three local people in mind for the positions and hopes to have them in place as much before the club's rookie camp May 2 and 3 as possible. As many as 200 prospective players are expect- ed to take part. "I think it's very important to have Pickering people involved who know the kids in the PHA (Pickering Hockey Association) and surround- ing areas. That makes for a big plus," he said. Boyer's convinced having a dual head coach-general manager is the way to go, although he admitted it might not be possible to find some- one to do both jobs. "I really enjoyed the dual role. I found it worked very well because I only have one person to deal with, but I'm not sure we'll be able to do that again," he said. Wilson noted he's disappointed to leave, owing to the rebuilding plan that was starting to bear fruit. "Yes, very much so," said Wilson, who joined the Panthers last season after stepping down as head coach from the North York Rangers orga- nization. "We were trying to build on the core of players we have coming back from last year. I think we had a very good core of players in place for this season, evidenced by the fact we went 4-2-1 in January. I felt things were going in the direction we wanted it to go. There was a lot of enthusiasm for this year and I'm very disappointed for all of us." The 2002-03 season was a disap- pointing one for the Panthers, who finished seventh in the nine-team South Conference with a mark of 13- 31-3-2 for 31 points. Going into the season with a rookie-dominated lineup, the Panthers' woes were ex- acerbated by a steady stream of in- juries during the campaign and capped by the dealing away of sever- al veterans at the trade deadline in January. Boyer is expecting better days for the Panthers, with as many as 11 players expected to return to the fold for the 2003-04 season. "We don't plan to finish in seventh spot this year. I would enjoy winning another conference championship. If we pick up three or four players we'll have a good chance to do that," said Boyer. Golden once more Courtney Howell wins national ringette title a month after Canada Games crown BByy AAll RRiivveetttt Sports Editor PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ----A city athlete skated to more success at the 2003 Nation- al Ringette Championships in Wa- terloo last weekend. A month after helping Team On- tario capture the gold medal in ringette at the Canada Winter Games in Bathurst, New Brunswick, Courtney Howell, 18, earned another golden moment in the sport at the national belle 'AA' showcase. The 18-year-old scored four goals to help Team Ontario beat British Columbia 10-7 in the gold-medal contest at nationals. Howell was one of two players from the Whitby belles to be picked up by the Ot- tawa squad that represented On- tario. As Team Ontario had lost it first and only game of the champi- onships to B.C., the Ontarians were fired up for the opportunity for a rematch. "Everyone wants to beat Ontario -- every province hates us. We have a lot of talent in sports. Our goal was to be in the medal round and once we got there we wanted to win gold," she said. "We were excited, knowing we were going to play them again in the final. They're big girls and real- ly good players, so we wanted to prove to them that we could beat them." And, show them they did, but it didn't come without some sus- pense. The Ontarians had a five- goal lead at one point in the game, before the B.C. squad narrowed the gap. Howell, a forward, was presented the most valuable player award of the final after scoring four goals. She also earned the MVP award for Ontario's 5-3 win over Alberta. Howell scored a pair of goals in that game. To win double gold was a dream come true for Howell. "It's a goal I've had since I was eight to play in the Canada Games and to finally go there and win the gold was amazing. Being able to win at Canada Games and being picked up to play at nationals was so special," said Howell, who re- ceived the call to play with Team Ontario late last month and imme- diately travelled to Ottawa to begin practising with her new team- mates. Ontario finished with an 8-1 over- all record at nationals. Howell fin- ished with nine goals and three as- sists and was named to the tourna- ment's first-team all-star squad. Whitby belle 'AA' teammate Stacey Cunningham scored two goals for Ontario in the final against B.C. News Advertiser file photo Pickering’s Courtney Howell helped the Ontario belle ‘AA’ squad to the national title, scoring four goals in the final against B.C. The championships were in Waterloo last weekend. Bantam reps eye Ontario crown True grit marks Panthers' OMHA-winning effort PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ----The Pickering Pan- thers major bantam 'AA' rep hock- ey team is suiting up against the best teams in Ontario this weekend after winning the OMHA champi- onship over Burlington last week. The Panthers will be one of five teams in the Ontario Hockey Fed- eration Major Bantam 'AA' Cham- pionships at Mississauga's Lakeshore Arena April 11 to 13. Other teams include the host Mis- sissauga North Stars, the Northern Ontario Hockey Association (NOHA) champion Timmins Feld- man Falcons, and the champions of the Alliance league and the Greater Toronto Hockey League (GTHL). Pickering starts the tournament against the GTHL champs Friday, April 11 at 8:30 a.m. Later that day at 4 p.m., the Panthers take on the Alliance champs. On Saturday, Pickering plays Timmins at 10 a.m., followed by a game against Mississauga at 7 p.m. MMIICCHHAAEELL BBOOYYEERR Decision to be made this week. ✦ Please see Pickering, B2 P PAGE B2 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, April 9, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Ajax/Pickering Raiders “AAA” 2003-2004 Season Tryouts All tryouts will be held at Don Beer Arena in Pickering 11⁄2 hrs. duration each starting on Monday, April 14th Cost of $10/tryout Further tryout dates will be posted at the arena. Any individual who was not registered with either the Ajax Minor Hockey Assoc or the Pickering Hockey Assoc for the 2002-2003 season, requires a permission to skate form for these tryouts regardless of where they reside. Any individual who was not registered with either the Ajax Minor Hockey Assoc or the Pickering Hockey Assoc for the 2002-2003 season, requires a permission to skate form for these tryouts regardless of where they reside. Novice - Russ Hutchison 905-619-0269 - 5:40pm Pad#3 Minor Atom - Sal Caggiula 905-683-6650 - 6:00pm Pad#1 Atom - Steve Horner 905-683-6758 - 7:00pm Pad#2 Minor Peewee - Norm Rogers 905-839-7229 - 7:10pm Pad#3 Peewee - Trevor Nkiwane 905-831-6218 - 5:30pm Pad#2 Minor Bantam - Ian Fletcher 905-420-5524 - 7:30pm Pad#1 Bantam - Bill Carroll 905-427-6156 - 8:30pm Pad#2 Minor Midget - Tom Riggs 905-420-0099 - 8:40pm Pad#3 Midget - Wayne Macdonald 905-427-7328 - 9:00pm Pad#1 Novice - Russ Hutchison 905-619-0269 - 5:40pm Pad#3 Minor Atom - Sal Caggiula 905-683-6650 - 6:00pm Pad#1 Atom - Steve Horner 905-683-6758 - 7:00pm Pad#2 Minor Peewee - Norm Rogers 905-839-7229 - 7:10pm Pad#3 Peewee - Trevor Nkiwane 905-831-6218 - 5:30pm Pad#2 Minor Bantam - Ian Fletcher 905-420-5524 - 7:30pm Pad#1 Bantam - Bill Carroll 905-427-6156 - 8:30pm Pad#2 Minor Midget - Tom Riggs 905-420-0099 - 8:40pm Pad#3 Midget - Wayne Macdonald 905-427-7328 - 9:00pm Pad#1 Ajax Minor Hockey Association is still accepting applications for the following coaches positions: 6 year old Select Minor Atom AA Minor Bantam AA Minor Midget AA Please contact Brian Dugan, Director of Coaching “COACHES”“COACHES” 905-427-4380905-427-4380 Ajax/Pickering Raiders “AAA” 2003-2004 Season Tryouts CALL NOW FOR DETAILS 1401 PHILLIP MURRAY AVE. 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IN OSHAWA e-mail: oshawa@icesports.com www.icesports.com ALL FUTURE DATES POSTED AT DON BEER ARENA Pickering Hockey Association SELECT TRYOUTS 2003 - 2004 April 28th April 28th April 28th April 28th April 28th April 28th April 28th April 28th April 28th April 28th April 28th 5:30 pm 5:40 pm 6:00 pm 6:30 pm 6:40 pm 7:00 pm 7:30 pm 7:40 pm 8:00 pm 8:30 pm 8:40 pm PAD 2 PAD 3 PAD 1 PAD 2 PAD 3 PAD 1 PAD 2 PAD 3 PAD 1 PAD 2 PAD 3 Mite 6 Tyke 7 Novice Minor Atom Atom Minor Peewee Peewee Minor Bantam Bantam Minor Midget Midget Boys & Girls Welcome Ages 5 to 15 years old AJAX CENTRECOMNITYMU 4th Exciting Season For information call (905) 924-1213 HOW TO REGISTER In Person at Ajax Community Centre Sat., April 12 - 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. By Phone: Call the info line and we’ll mail or fax you an application. By Mail: Pick up an application at Ajax C.C. anytime and mail to Ajax Summer Minor Hockey League Ages 5 to 15 years old May to August Season 14 Week S c h e d u l e Primetime Games (weeknight games only) Jerseys Awards Certified Officials Computerized Stats NO Fundraising Required Pick. & Ajax Residents Welcome By Internet: www.hmhl.bizland.com ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Pickering Ball Hockey LeaguePBHL BALL HOCKEY Call to Register 905-839-9638 www.ballhockeygta.com PICKERING TOYOTA ATHLETE OF THE WEEK577 Kingston Rd. Pickering 420-9000 WE ARE HERE WEST - 401 - EAST HWY. 2 HARWOODWESTNEYBROCKLIVERPOOLWHITESN Pickering’s Nikkita Holder, representing the Oshawa Legion Track and Field Club, finished sixth in the 60m hurdles in a personal best time of 8.78 seconds, the fastest time in Canada for her age group at a recent North American indoor track meet in Manhattan, New York. A Grade 10 student at Dunbarton, Holder was named an all-American for her effort. COUGAR BASKETBALL CAMP Come Join The Fun!! Camp Registration Registration Fee Includes a T-Shirt • $135 Early Registration - ($145 After May 27TH) • $230 For 2 Members of the Same Family - ($250 after May 27TH) • $300 For 3 Members of the same Family - ($330 After May 27TH) • Cheques made payable to Cougar Basketball Camp • Upon Registration Each Participant Will Need to Show Proof Of Age. EARLY REGISTRATION DATES • Mon. April 14th, 8-9 p.m. • Mon. April 28th, 7:30-8:30 p.m. • Mon. May 26th, 6:30-8:00 p.m. You will have the opportunity to meet the camp coordinators and view the facilities at this time August 11-15 Notre Dame High School Ajax For boys and girls ages 9 to 14 years DAILY AWARDS Sanctioned by Basketball Ontario Rossland Rd. Hwy. 2Westney Rd.Harwood ave.Notre Dame HS Any Questions or concerns will be addressed by: Shawn O’Hare at 905-686-4300 ext. 6922 Patrick Costello at 905-427-2866 ext. 6266 4 Page Flyer in LOOK FOR * delivered to select homes Build A Beautiful Basket Today’s Paper! First tryout cost is $10.00. All other tryouts are $8.00 ALL FUTURE DATES POSTED AT DON BEER ARENA JUVENILE AA tryouts will be held in the fall First tryout Sept. 3, 9:40pm at Don Beer. Pickering Hockey Association AA & A TRYOUTS 2003 - 2004 April 21st April 21st April 21st April 21st April 21st April 21st April 21st April 21st April 21st 5:40 pm 6:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:10 pm 5:30 pm 7:30 pm 8:30 pm 8:40 pm 9:00 pm PAD 3 PAD 1 PAD 2 PAD 3 PAD 2 PAD 1 PAD 2 PAD 3 PAD 1 Novice Minor Atom Atom Minor Peewee Peewee Minor Bantam Bantam Minor Midget Midget East End Saints Roller Hockey 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Don Beer Arena Registration Wednesday April 9 Monday April 14 Our kids are our future and we want to help make it bright! ✩ For further information on Community Newspapers in Education call: Metroland Durham Editor-in-Chief Joanne Burghardt 905-579-4400 Members of the Pickering major bantam ‘AA’ rep hockey celebrates after capturing the OMHA championship after posting its series victory over Burlington. The Pickering Panthers now move on to the Ontario Hockey Federation all-Ontario playdowns in Mississauga this weekend. Playoff action is Sunday. The Panthers were given all they could handle by Burlington, but still found a way to capture the title three games to two. All games in the series were determined by one- or two-goal margins. In the deciding game, Pick- ering prevailed 1-0. The Panthers showed grit and determination in the contest, killing off a five- minute 5-on-3 man advan- tage in the second period. Jamie Molony was outstand- ing to earn the shutout. Penalty killers Brent Shear- er, Mark Burnett and Dan Prebble stepped up with solid efforts. The turning point in the series came in Game 4, with the Panthers' backs firmly against the wall and on the brink of elimination. Burlington was ahead 4-3 with 1:29 to go in the third period when Luke Cormier tied the contest to force over- time. In the extra frame, Mark Gertsakis gave the Panthers new life with his game-win- ning marker. Pickering won the York- Simcoe title after defeating Barrie in a best-of-five series three games to two. In an earlier series, the bantams swept Whitby in the best-of-five tilt. In a tough second-round series with the Ajax Knights, the Panthers prevailed in five games. In Game 5, Ajax held a 3-0 lead before Pickering squared the game at 3-3 late in the third period and won it 4-3 in overtime. Burnett scored the game-tying and winning markers. The Panthers paid a price in the series, though, as Ryan MacDonald (broken ankle) and Brian Darlow and Lee Morris (broken arms) were forced to sit due to in- juries. McDonald returned in the last two games of the Burlington series and made a big contribution. Pickering had a bye in the first round, ending up first in its division with 46 points (19-5-8 in league play). Other team members are Brian Davy, Brett Chisholm, Brandon Crummey, Jordan Guarrasi, Will Mitchell, Luke Moyer, Kyle Palantzas, Justin Stephenson and call- up Grant Ellis. Larry Gertsakis and Jim Gatens coach the team, as- sisted by Jim Crummey and Paul Burnett. ✦ Pickering from page B1 Pickering bantams to vie for OHF title FAX GAME RESULTS TO NEWS ADVERTISER 905-683-0386 Pickering petites earn silver in championship One goal the difference for local squad PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ----The Pickering petite 'C' ringette team suffered a heartbreak- ing loss in the final of the Ontario Central Region Ringette League championship tournament recently. In one of the most exciting ringette games played this season, Oshawa scored with 44 seconds re- maining to edge Pickering 7-6. Early in the game Michelle Misketis took a hit in the offensive zone and left the game with a suspected concussion. Although Oshawa was never behind in the game, Pickering continued to rally back until the game was tied with more than four minutes remain- ing in the contest. The game intensi- fied as both teams made several spectacular plays in an attempt to get ahead. Goalkeeper Megan McRae made several excellent saves to keep Pick- ering in the game. Samantha Dawe led the way with a hat trick and two assists, Anna Mulgrew chipped in with two goals, Meghan Donnan had a goal and an assist, Laura Brighton added two as- sists and Chelsey Rogatinsky had one helper. Although they did not figure in the scoring, Amy Ghataore, Leigha Johnston, Rebecca Legere, Katie-Lee Ross, Caitlin Sebert and Jazmin Ver- gara played inspired ringette for Pickering. The team celebrated its silver medal at its end-of-the-year party. After dinner the players received the coaches awards: #19 Amy Ghataore - courteous forward award; #3 Laura Brighton - Gretzky award (team's leading scorer); #9 Samantha Dawe - coolest goal award; #28 Megan Don- nan - imaginative playmaker award (leads team in assists); #17 Leigha Johnston - best defensive forward award; #5 Rebecca Legere - the Domi award for penalty minutes; #4 Megan McRae - The Eddie award; #1 Michelle Misketis - willowy forward award; #8 Anna Mulgrew - superla- tive forward award; #16 Chelsey Ro- gatinsky - marvellous defenceman award; #12 Katie-Lee Ross - defen- sive defenceman award; #2 Caitlin Sebert - body award; #6 Jasmin Ver- gara - rock award. The team followed dinner with a movie. John Brighton, Eric Ross, Arthur Donnan, Linda Mulgrew and Dianne McRae coach the team. Irene Rudigier goes for 'candid shots' with her work AAJJAAXX ––––It was "a fluke", but Irene Rudigier has found her artistic out- let. The Ajax resident got started in photography through her brother and it has given her a chance to tap into her artistic side, something she's always sought. Her work is on display at the McLean Community Centre until April 21. "It was by fluke," she said about her start, adding she "didn't know the technical side" of photography. Rudigier's style is "candid shots. I don't style anything. I don't prepare anything. I just capture it. "If I see something unique or it catches my eye, I capture it." Taking pictures is rewarding "be- cause you can keep moments. I can get really close to it. If I can catch it at the right moment, it's rewarding." She was living in Florence, Italy, a centre of art and architecture in 1989 when she started taking pic- tures. Rudigier trained as a kinder- garten teacher and was serving as a private teacher to a family that trav- elled around. "I was watching their two boys grow up and teaching them, being a kindergarten teacher by training." She also studied to be a makeup artist after finding "teaching very stressful. I fulfilled my dream to go into an artistic field," she said. Rudigier added she's not very good at sketching and drawing, so doing makeup was her artistic av- enue. She has been doing it on and off for the past 10 years, including the last seven in Toronto. She's from Germany originally and moved with her husband. "My husband is from Canada and we met in Germany and I moved over here. There are more opportu- nities here as an artist. It's more wide open." She had a gallery showing in Ger- many, as well as exhibiting some of her work in the lobbies of hotels. "I was in lots of art shows, where I sell art." She also had a display in a Toron- to café. "This is my first big show in Cana- da," Rudigier said of the McLean ex- hibit. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, April 9, 2003 PAGE B3 A/P Premier Ernie Eves wants to hear what you have to say about Ontario’s future. The results of a provincewide consultation will be reflected in the government’s April 30th Throne Speech. The Ontario Government is reaching out to all citizens, asking you – What can we do to keep Ontario strong? Our guiding principle is that a strong economy is the foundation upon which everything else is built: equality of opportunity in education, good jobs, health care you can count on, a happy retirement. The quality of life of every Ontarian depends upon the ability of the economy to fuel job creation and the prosperity necessary to fund our social programs. Give us your thoughts on Health Care, Education, Energy, the Economy, the Environment, Local Communities, Public Safety, or other matters, and we will listen and take action. ShareYour Thoughts. 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Mrs. Fitch- ett, aka Mary Delaney, and Karen Aiken as Assumpta, were part of the Backwoods Players group, which provided its traditional historically-based entertainment. The group is now booking auditions for its annual ‘A Spirit Walk.’ Players look for some Spirit Get the charity blues DDUURRHHAAMM –––– Help support the Head Injury Association of Durham Re- gion by attending a benefit blues concert. Juno award nominee Jack de Keyz- er, Big Daddy G, and other top local blues talents are performing at the benefit. The show is in Whitby at the Wing- shack, 1121 Dundas St. E. on Mon- day, April 28 from 7 p.m. to midnight. Tickets for the benefit are $25. There are door prizes. Each audience mem- ber will receive a $5 food voucher. Tickets are available at the Head In- jury Association, 459 Bond St. E., Os- hawa. "It's going to be a great show," said Frank Murphy, executive director of the Head Injury Association of Durham Region. "We have the best blues musicians in all of the region and beyond." Brian Baker, a member of the Head Injury Association and also a big blues fan, suggested the idea for the concert. For more information call Frank Murphy at 905-723-2732 or the Wing- shack at 905-665-6007. Annual production runs in the fall PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG –––– Let the rebel in you run wild this fall. The Backwoods Players of Picker- ing Museum Village begins prepara- tions for its annual historical pro- duction of 'A Spirit Walk' with audi- tions April 14, 16 and 22. The award-winning story tells the tale of the early settlers of Pickering Township, particularly those in- volved in the Rebellion of 1837. Set circa 1790 to 1837, the production runs Sept. 12, 13, 19 and 20 at night, outdoors and in period buildings. Rehearsals begin in August. Written by museum staff and di- rected this year by Mary Delaney and Catherine Hodge, parts are available to men and women of all ages, plus a few limited spots for children over eight. Auditions are by appointment only and include an appropriate pe- riod monologue and cold reading from the script. To book a time, call Delaney at 905-294-2031 or e-mail bmajic@idirect.com. CCLLAARREEMMOONNTT –––– Claremont United Church presents 'He- roes of Faith' this Friday, a new rock musical. The musical is about a group of children touring a museum. When they enter the 'Heroes of Faith' wing, characters from the Bible come to life when one of the children pushes a button. The group breaks into song and dance, and is accompa- nied by trumpets, a trom- bone, a piano and percussion. "It's very lively music," said director Gabrielle Unter- mann. Although the church has held musical performances in the past, this one is unique because the cast is made up of members of the church. 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ASSISTANT MANAGER re- quired for busy Tim Horton's in Durham Region. Must have min. 3 years management experience in fast-food indus- try. Must be extremely outgo- ing & willing to work a mini- mum of 3 evening shifts per week. Please fax resume to 905-479-9218 MARKETING - I need someone to learn my busi- ness. Must have leadership ability and strong desire for above average income. Tam- my Jones, 905-436–8499 MODELS needed for fashion shows, magazines, cata- logues, advertising and TV commercials, Toronto and In- ternational opportunities. Call 416-535-1571 or e-mail modelcall@mail2world.com NEED TO LOSE 15-120LBS? No calorie counting, no food restrictions. Doctor formulat- ed, 100% guaranteed. Call 905-427-6952 NOW HIRING Service Per- sons - required to work on folding camper trailers and travel trailers at large volume dealership. Experience pre- ferred or can train. Full and part time and seasonal posi- tions available. Please submit resume to, Barry Davis, Holi- day World RV Centre, 7725 Baldwin St. N. (3.5 kms north of Brooklin on #12) Whitby, ON L1M 1Y5 or E-mail sales@rvdeals.ca PICKERING AREA PRINT CO. looking for persons with ex- perience in rewinding, die cut- ting & slitting. Fax resumes to: 905-428-3847 PT LINE COOK & PT FLOOR STAFF needed for busy res- taurant bar. Apply in person M-F, 2-5 p.m. or fax resume to: 905-666-4549. 900 Hop- kins St. (Hopkins/Burns) Whitby. CANUCKSTERS TAP & GRILL REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY full time handy person, must have electrical, plumbing and car- pentry experience. Able to work independently, clean drivers abstract required. Please fax resume to: (905) 571-0152. SEASONAL HOUSEKEEPERS needed at the Durham College Residence and Conference Centre. Full and part time po- sitions needed. Candidates should have adequate house- keeping experience and the ability to succeed within a team. $7.00 - $9.00. Please fax resume to (0905) 404- 8877 attention Pheadra Copoc. SHIPPER/RECEIVER position available. $10.00 per hr. Full/ part time. Call (905) 426– 7058. SPRING IS HERE!Ad compa- ny looking for 25 people to start in customer relations with a huge new campaign. No experience necessary. Call Nick 905-436-1691 STRONG VOICES NEEDED! Telephone sales re: police retirees. Work from our office Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. or 4:45 to 8 p.m. salary plus bonus and commission. Phone (905) 579-6222. STYLIST POSITION for busy Oshawa and Whitby salon. Guaranteed salary / commis- sion. Hiring bonus from $100 - $350., store discounts. Also part time stylist position for Ajax. Call Cheryl (905) 723- 7323. WEEKLY PAYCHECKS!! Simp- ly processing grocery cou- pons PT/FT. 1-800-279-0019 www.supermarketking.com/3497 WORK AT HOME People needed to do education awareness surveys for early childhood development. Must have a strong command of the English language. No selling or appointment setting. Free training provided. Apply in person to: 286 King St. W., Lower Level, Oshawa, ON Tues. April 8 at 10am or 1pm Thur. April 10 at 10am or 1pm WINDOW CLEANERS req'd. Low rise & high rise. Valid drivers license with own ve- hicle an asset. Good pay with bonuses incentive. Call 905- 424-2387 ATTN: MOTHERS & OTHERS . Work from home online. Earn $500-$3,000+/mo PT/FT. No door-to-door sales, soliciting friends & family. Visit: www.321seethedream.com Salon & Spa Help514 ANGELA'S ESTHETICS re- quires F/T & P/T mature Es- theticians for our full service day spa. Email resume to: an- gelasesthetics@bellnet.ca ESTABLISHED SALON seek- ing experienced esthetitian to rent two rooms. Also seeking experienced stylist. Call 905- 430-8787 ESTHETICIAN & NAIL TECH- NICIAN space available in- side spa. Must have own equipment. Good location in Pickering. Great potential. Call (905) 837-7641. HAIR STYLIST ambitious & motivated person for very busy salon located in Osha- wa, full time. Call 905-723- 5090. RMT POSITION available in day spa/wellness centre. Ex- perience/established clientele an asset. Call 905-623-7653 Skilled & Technical Help515 ASSEMBLY TECHNICIAN re- quired for busy custom steel fabrication shop. Proven me- chanical abilities required. Fax resume to 905-831-1477. AZ DRIVER required for equipment rental company. Some mechanical experience an asset. Must have current clean abstract. Fax resume 905-743-0750. CNC Programmer/Machinist required for Ajax company, must have experience, Mas- tercam preferred, shift work. Fax resumes to 905-427-0137 or E-mail to info@rouen.ca ELECTRICIANS (Journey Men) needed $20/hour mini- mum. Ability & Experience $+. Please call Gord (416)464- 6153. HVAC INSTALLERS required immediately for full time posi- tion. Must have residential experience and Gas Fitter II license. Fax resume attention Greg (905) 683-0817 JR. WELDER apply now in person 322 Fairall St., Ajax. $8.00/hour. MILLWRIGHT (apprentice), required with Class G license and exp. with electric motors, pumps, heavy equip. etc. Fax Mike V at 905-625-4540. MOULD DESIGNER also General Machinist required. Pickering location. Referenc- es required. Fax resume to: 905-683-5673 or email: resumes@altomax.ca OPERATOR FOR excavator, blade, bobcat, backhoe. Ex- perienced. Full time. Start im- mediately. Call 416-728-7772 PLUMBER MIN. 10YRS exp. Commercial work in Durham Region. For local non-union mechanical company. Exc. wages & benefits. Fax 905- 434-4426. Office Help525 JR. OFFICE RECEPTIONIST full-time/part-time. Fax re- sume to (905)428–8343. Sales Help & Agents530 2-4 EXP. MORTGAGE Agents wanted immediately. Experi- enced only please. High com- missions paid, no territories, self starters. Located in Whit- by. Car a must. Please fax re- sume to 905-436-8626 or call 905-436-9292 for appointment EXPERIENCED SALES Con- sultant - Needed for a busy custom window covering store. Experienced in selling shutters, blinds and draperies is a must. This is a commis- sioned sales position with the potential earnings in excess of $75,000 a year. References required, must have use of own vehicle. Please fax your confidential resume to 905- 725-5198. Candidates will be notified by April 22nd. Retail Sales Help532 BUCK OR TWO, Canada's lar- gest dollar store retail chain is recruiting for a full-time Store Manager for their store locat- ed at Westney Heights Plaza, 15 Westney Road North in Ajax. Buck or Two stores offer their customers a fun shop- ping experience because they provide exciting new items, consistently better values and a superior selection of mer- chandise! If you are an ener- getic individual with leader- ship and customer service skills and want to be part of a winning team then please fax us your resume with salary expectations to 905-738-0680. Our thanks to all but only qualified candidates will be contacted. Hospital/Medical/ Dental535 A FULL TIME PHARMACIST is required for a prescription pharmacy in the Glazier Med- ical Building in Oshawa. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package, excellent hours and a professional work environment. Reply in con- fidence to Rita Winn by email at ritawinn@lovelldrugs.com or fax resume to 905-723- 1421 or call 905-723-2276 CERTIFIED DENTAL ASSIS- TANT required in Ajax 3 days per week full time. No even- ings or weekends. Fax re- sume to: 905-686-4347. DENTAL ASSISTANT.Mini- mum 3 years exp. 4 days. East Scarborough. Fax re- sume: 416-486-7767. FULL-TIME DENTAL Assis- tant/Receptionist required for busy Ajax office. Evenings and Saturdays are required. Den- tal experience a must. Fax resume to (905)683-2980 DENTAL Assistant/Reception- ist - Required for Pickering office. Must be experienced/ HARP certified. Please send resume in confidence to 1550 Kingston Rd. Suite 1078, Pickering L1V 6W9. ECE AND/OR PSW GRAD Caregiving positions in Bow- manville and Port Perry. Per- manent part time/long term, immediately. Carol at Care- staff Services Inc. (905) 201- 2369 or Fax resume (905) 201-2734 FULL TIME Dental Receptionist and Full Time Certified Dental Assistant required for busy fam- ily practice in east Oshawa. Some evenings and Saturdays. Experience a must for reception position, new grads welcome for assistant position. Please fax resume to 905-436-3480 or mail resume to Dr. Stephen Murray & Associates, Kingsway Village Shopping Centre, 1300 King St. East Oshawa, Ont. L1H 8J4 HYGIENIST REQUIRED for vaca- tion relief, temporary position, month of July 8:15am-5pm Monday-Friday. Please fax resume to Mary (905)434-8520. PART TIME/FULL Dental As- sistant required for Pickering office. Call 905-420-6226. PHARMACY ASSISTANT: Full- time position, experience mandatory, Nexxsys training beneficial. PRINGLE CREEK GUARDIAN DRUGS ph: (905)666–9922 Gwen or Tracy RMT NEEDED for busy well- ness centre with waiting list. Pregnancy & pediatric interest an asset. apply in person: 1- 400 Dundas St. West, Whitby. RN'S, RPN'S & PSW'S for gen- eral duties, private care, excel- lent pay scale. Gentle Care Nursing Agency (905) 683-4149, or 1-877-845-1018 RN, FULL TIME and part time, oral surgery. Come join our team. Benefits. Monday - Friday, no weekends. Ajax/Oshawa. HARPs an asset. Send resume to Dr. Fenwick, 40 King St. W., Suite 502, Oshawa, Ontario. LlH 1A4 or fax to (905) 434-2357. No phone calls please. Holistic Health537 GET PAID TO LOSE WEIGHT. Results quaranteed. 1-888-367- 2690. Hotel/Restaurant540 EXPERIENCED SHORT order cook evening and weekend. Cathy's Café 905-655-4608 or 905-655-8003 after 6pm Houses For Sale100 BEAUTIFUL CENTURY home, approx. 2100 sq. ft., 90% reno- vated inc. upgraded plumbing, wiring, oak kitchen, 2 baths, full height basement, G/WH, G/H, large prinicipal rooms, 3 large bedrooms, new 24x34 garage, in Castleton, $189,000. 905-344- 7033 or lkober@viceroy.com BOWMANVILLE detached, 3- years-old, brick, 3-bedrooms, 3- baths, m/floor laundry, gas fire- place, CAC, security, upgrades throughout. Huge fenced yard, double garage. $229,990. 905- 697-9786, 905-432-5110 RPN Part time needed for Retirement Home, in Port Perry. Please fax resume to 905-985-1881 or phone 905-985-8660 AVON Earn extra money today! FREE GIFT No quotas Call Heidi now 905-509–1163 SEWER & WATERMAIN CONTRACTOR Requires Excavator & Rubber Tire Backhoe/ Dozer Operators Experience preferred in MUNICIPAL ROAD RECONSTRUCTION WORKS Call 905-859-8800 $15.00/hr. Avg. Full Training Provided Managers Required Call Kim 905-435-0518 CUSTOMER SERVICE ORDER TAKERS COURIER DRIVERS for company vans, GTA Courier experience mandatory. Fax resume to: 416-292-9480 COURIER BROKERS 98 or newer vans req'd. Earnings based on percentage. Very busy Fax resume to: 416-292-9480 CLASSIFIED CUSTOMER SERVICE News Advertiser re- quests that advertisers check their ad upon publication as News Ad- vertiser will not be re- sponsible for more than one incorrect insertion and there shall be no li- ability for non-insertion of any advertisement. Liability for errors in ads is limited to the amount paid for the space occu- pying the error. All copy is subject to the appro- val of management of News Advertiser. SUPERINTENDANT/ COUPLE For Oshawa apt. Must have skills in: • Repairs • Leasing • Administration 416-485-7859 WAITRESSES & WAITERS Full/Part Time including weekends Bring resume in person to:Joe's Cafe & Billiards 2200 Brock Rd. Pickering (Brock North Plaza at Dellbrook) After 11:00 a.m. SUPERINTENDANT/ HANDYMAN For Oshawa apt. Must have skills in: • Repairs • Leasing • Administration 416-485-7859 www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER WEDNESDAY EDITION, April 9, 2003 PAGE B5 A/P CLASSIFIEDS E-Mail Address: classifieds@durhamregion.com Call: Toronto Line: (416) 798-7259 Now when you advertise, your word ad also appears on the internet at http://www.durhamregion.com FIND IT FAST IN THE AJAX-PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER To Place Your Ad In Pickering Or Ajax Call: 905-683-0707 Ajax News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon.-Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed Saturday Ajax News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon.-Fri 8:00-5 p.m. Closed Saturday Toronto Line: (416) 798-7259 24-Hour Fax: (905) 579-4218 Classified Online: Now when you advertise, your word ad also appears on the internet at http://www.durhamregion.com Email: classifieds@durhamregion.com Our phone lines are open Mon. to Fri. until 8 p.m. Sat. 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Would you like an exciting career as a POLICE OFFICER Take the Police Foundations Training course with the only specialized College in Ontario exclusively dedicated to Police studies. 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PLEASE NOTE, resumes that are faxed directly to Oshawa This Week, will not be forwarded to the file number. Originals must be sent directly as indicated by the instructions in the ad. Please reply in writing by April 30, 2003 to 209 Dundas Street E., Whitby L1N 7H8 or fax to 905-430-4533 or email hospice@hospicedurham.com. Hospice Durham, a community based volunteer hospice program, has an employment opportunity for a Coordinator of Volunteers (15 hours per week) in the Pickering area. The ideal candidate will have experience managing volunteers and a working knowledge or demonstrated interest in palliative care. Hospice Durham is a team oriented agency providing service for clients being cared for at home, so a Valid Driver’s License and use of a vehicle are essential. 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help THE POWER OF PROFESSIONALISM Celebrate Administrative Professionals Day® 2003 with this full day workshop! Learn about "Putting Your Best Self Forward" with Ingrid Norrish and find out why "The Road to Success is Always Under Construction" with Rhonda Finniss. Don't miss this great opportunity to learn, network and commit to your career. Administrative Professionals Day®Workshop Holiday Inn Oshawa Wednesday, April 23, 2003. Presented by Durham Region 1AAP® For more information call 905-721-6152 or visit www.iaap.cjb.net NOW HIRING Part-time RN or RPN's Require current certification and able to work all shifts (especially weekends) Please apply with resume in person or mail to: 60 Bond Street East, Oshawa, ON L1G 8C9 or email to:carriage@durham.net BUSINESS MANAGER Full Time Position Call for a confidential appt. 905-683-5358 Ask for Kerry Pickard Village Plymouth Chrysler Ltd. Positions available for ECE & ASSISTANT In a Whitby child care facility required 5 days per week. Child care experience is an asset. Please Fax resume by April 15th, 2003 to (905) 668-5471. No phone calls please. STONE MASONS WANTED Minimum of 5 years experience. Pay $800 to $l,500 per week depending on experience. Please call (905)721–1325 and leave message for James. THE NEWS ADVERTISER Is looking for carriers to deliver papers and flyers door to door Wed. Fri. & Sat. by 6:00 PM. in their neighborhoods. call 905-683–5117 TIRE TECHNICIANS Due to growth and expansion of our Pickering location, we require additional tire technicians. Fleet and/ or offroad vehicle servicing exp. is a definite asset. We offer competitive wages and benefits. ❒Fax Resume to: 905-689-3381 Attention Human Resources or ❒E-mail Resume in MSWord format to: hr@beverlytire.com *We thank all applicants for their interest; However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. VELCAN FOREST PRODUCTS Has an position available in their ACCOUNTING DEPARTMENT Fax resumes to: (905) 571-0679 We Have An Immediate Opportunity For An Experienced AUTO SERVICE PROFESSIONAL SERVICE ADVISOR Our successful candidate will possess automotive service experience in the retail sector or in a dealership. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment and be detail and customer service oriented. G.M. experience is preferred by not necessary for the right individual. A competitive wage and benefit package commensurate with experience is offered. APPLY WITH YOUR RESUME IN CONFIDENCE TO: DOUG CARR - Service Manager Fax: 905-420-0299 E-mail: michaelboyerpontiac@gmcanada.com Personally: 715 Kingston Rd., Pickering Appt: 905-831-2693 While we appreciate all responses. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. PONTIAC-BUICK GMC TRUCKS CERTIFIED COMMERCIALPICKERINGAPSLEY Michael Boyer Pontiac Buick GMC (1988) Ltd. Bo er GM AZ/DZ DRIVERS & HELPERS Full Time Positions available at Scarb. Based Moving Company for High Value Products. Experience & clean abstract a must. Great Wages and Benefits Package. www.northerncanadian.com NCL Moving Systems 1- 888-271-9997 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help CARPENTERS REQUIRED Local restoration company requires FULL TIME GENERAL CARPENTERS Applicant must have own tools, mini- mum 5 years experience and hold valid drivers' license. Competitive wages and benefit package available. Qualified applicants please reply to: CRCS GENERAL CONTRACTORS 1200 Skae Drive, Oshawa, Ontario. L1J 7A1 Tel: (905) 430-3477 or fax (905) 430-7250 or email:crcs@crcs-contractors.com Truck / Trailer Mechanics & AZ Drivers required immediately! GREAT RATES Fax resume to: ADVANTAGE PERSONNEL 905-430-6469 WANTED Busy semi-trailer shop in Whitby has immediate openings for 2 LICENSED 310J MECHANICS Candidates must be experi- enced in all facets of semi trailer repair, both structural and mechanical. We offer ex- cellent rates, benefits and working conditions Please contact Robert at (905) 430-1262 x 2 or fax resume to (905) 430-0914 Only qualified candidates need apply. SENIOR LEGAL SECRETARY RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE Organized Team Player for busy law office, required immediately. Knowledge of Con- veyancer and Teraview; ability to complete files from opening to close.Salary $40,000 Fax Resume to Diane England, 905-721-1217 or E-mail diane@dianeengland.com 525 Office Help 525 Office Help OFFICE PERSONNEL Required for a full time position in Ajax, must have an excellent knowledge of computers, Simply Accounting, payroll, purchasing & ISO/QS. Fax resumes to 905-427-0137 or E-mail to info@rouen.ca 540 Hotel/Restaurant 540 Hotel/Restaurant 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental BOWMANVILLE,Executive 4 br, 3 bath (4,4,2), ceramics, hardwoods, CAC, CVAC, EAC, French Doors, Jacuzzi, wood and gas fireplaces, all new- windows with 2 new bays, over 3100 TSF, 50X100 Lot, Open House April 12/13. 12- 4pm. 37 Peachtree Cres., $259,900, www.proper- trek.com id #5846 Call 905- 697-3231 2000SQ FT. 4-BDRM,3 bath, 2 years old, backing onto park, lots of upgrades, ce- ramics, hardwood, cac, cvac, gas f/p, jacuzzi, $265,000. OPEN HOUSE, 50 Penhurst Dr., Brooklin, April 5 & 6, 12- 4p.m. 905-655–4376 DURHAM AREA, Bunga- low, 3-bdrm with 2-bdrm basement apt w/separate en- trance. Also 3-bdrm link $168,885. Call Mincom First, Frank Hawes 905-261-6767. Fast closings available. VIEW LAKE,4-bedroom, 3-bath- room log-home, 10 ft. beamed- ceilings. 120x200, sep. 2-bed- room apt., golf/Lake Scugog community, 5% fi-nancing avail- able. $249,900. (705) 324–8502 BUNGALOW, NORTHEAST Oshawa, preferred area, 3-bdrm, brick, garage, court location, near schools, hardwood floors finished basement w/fireplace $189,900. Call 905-720-2307 SOUTH AJAX near lake, parks, school etc. double garage, cus- tom window coverings c/air, main floor laundry. appliances negotiable 905-683-0327 PRIVATE SALE?Online ad, 6 dig- ital pictures and professional sign. $299.95 no commission. www.bytheown-er.com 1-888- 239-4190 Townhouses For Sale105 WHITBY TOWNHOUSE, Eat-in kitchen, 3-bdrms, 3 bathrooms, handy to 401, walk to GO bus, $174,900. Lilian North, Remax First, 905-668-3800. Out-of-Town Properties120 MONTAGUE,PEI summer retreat or year round 2 storey home, 2 baths, large country kitchen, many renovations, large treed lot w/private back yard. Five minute walk to town marina. 15 minute drive to sandy beach at Pamure Is. 10min drive to 2 renowned 18 hole golf courses at Bredenell. $89,000 Phone (902)838-4532 weekdays after 6pm, anytime weekend. Pictures upon request. snc Houses Wanted130 WANTED TO RENT/BUY Pastor’s family seeks 3+-bdrm home preferably in rural/semirural set- ting; will consider large lot in town. Ajax/Pickering area. Conscientious, clean, references. 905-726-2405 Lots & Acreages135 P.E.I. TWO 10 ACRE lots on quiet paved country road. 7 acres clear, 3 wooded with brook run- ning through wooded area. 10 min. to Panmule Island Beach, 15 min. form (2) 18 hole renowned golf courses at Burdenell. $49,000 each. Phone (902) 838-4532 week-days after 6 p.m., anytime on weekends. snc Indust./ Comm. Space145 AVAILABLE immediately. Park & Bloor, commercial unit, 1,425 sq. ft. Good location. call 905-579–5077 or 905-571- 3281 after 5. Office & Business space150 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, Veltri Complex, Bowmanville. 68 King Street East. Office/Re- tail Rental Space. Parking & Wheelchair Accessible. 3 spaces available: 390-sq.ft to 760-sq.ft. & 2495-sq.ft. For more information call: 905- 623-4172 OFFICE AVAILABLE for Medi- cal or Alternative Health Practitioner. Shared waiting room in a busy clinic. Ground floor, no stairs. 905-430-0830 WHITBY DOWNTOWN, store or professional office for sub- lease, bright, good condition, good parking, approx. 500 sq. ft. $700 inclusive. Available immediately. Call 905-666- 8222 between 10a.m.-5p.m. Stores For Sale Rent/Wanted155 STORE FOR LEASE downtown Whitby on Brock St close to 4 corners. Inquiries call 905- 430–8327 Available May 1st Business Opportunities160 $$ GOVERNMENT FUNDS $$ Grants and loans information to start and expand your busi- ness or farm. 1-800-505-8866 Apts. & Flats For Rent170 1 BEDROOM - AJAX.Large apartment in great location. Separate entrance, parking, laundry facilities. $750 inclu- sive. Available April 15th-May 1st. Wendy 416-818-9255 1-BDRM,very clean quiet family bldg., parking, avail immediately. Simcoe/Ross- land area. $750 + hydro. First & last. No dogs. Call 905-435- 0551 2 BEDROOM basement apt. $800/mo. +utilities, first/last, May 1. Separate entrance, parking, appliances. No smoking/pets. Major Oaks/ Brock Rd. Pickering. 905-428- 9361 2-BEDROOM apt. with balco- ny near downtown Oshawa, $875, in very quiet, clean well maintained building. Avail immed. or May 1st. Call 905- 721-0831. 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT - In adult building. Bright, clean, Newly renovated, new ap- pliances, heat, water, parking included. No pets, non- smoker, First/last, references and credit check. Available May 1st $875.00 plus elec- tricity 905-576–0294 2 BEDROOM BASEMENT apt. Brock Rd./Hwy#2 Pickering available immediately. No smoking. $825 +gas first/last, references. Parking, washer/ dryer, fridge/stove. May 1. Call John 905-426-1417 A BEAUTIFUL 1-bedroom w/o basement apt, N/E Oshawa. Available May 1. Utilities in- cluded, cable, parking, secur- ity light, C/A, pool, shared laundry facilities. No smok- ing/pets. $750. first/last 905- 576-3466 AJAX - BASEMENT Apart- ment. Open concept. $600 in- clusive. Cable, washer, dryer, parking, quiet, seperate heat, A/C. 905-619–0575 AJAX COUNTRY setting, 1-bed- room, over looks pond, double walkout, suitable for a quiet pro- fessional. non-smoker. Available May 1, $700/mo. 905-428–7407 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY/ May 1st. Harwood/Hwy#2. $900 inclusive. New renovat- ed 2-bed. basement apt, 4pc. bath, 4 appliances, parking, laundry/extra, c/air, private sideyard, no pets/no smoking preferred. 905-831-9500 Den- nis Morgan AJAX, WESTNEY/HWY 2, large 2-bedroom basement $950 includes utilities, 1 parking, private entrance. Near Go/ schools. June 1st. No smoking/pets. (905)619– 0699 ALEXANDER PARK, Oshawa 1 & 2 bedroom newer apts. "Old charm building." Totally renovated, new kitchens, baths, hardwood floors. In- house laundry, intercom/se- curity. Park view. Near Hospi- tal. (905) 579-9439. BASEMENT APARTMENT New 1-bedroom, laundry, gas fireplace, own entrance, big yard, parking. $875/mth. Alto- na/Sheppard area. Approx. 800sq.ft. No smoking/pets. 905-509-8678 BASEMENT APT. Whites Rd./ Sheppard Ave. Sep. entrance, 2 bedrooms, 5 appliances, parking space, utilities in- cluded. $1,000/mo. Available immediately. 905- 839–2367 BLOOR/GRANDVIEW - one bedroom, private entrance, parking, utilities included. Backyard. Close to shopping, bus-route, prefer quiet single non-smoker/no pets first/last $650. 905-723–0769 BOWMANVILLE - 3 bedroom, $640. plus utilities and cable, Available May lst. Whitby - 2 bedroom, $840 plus cable. Available immediately. Two bedroom,$850 plus cable, May lst. Office hours 9-5pm Monday-Friday & 6pm-8pm Monday - Thursday (905)665– 7543. BEAUTIFUL Smoke-free one bedroom apt. available May 1st. in seniors occupied building, north Oshawa. $800/ inclusive. Call 905-723–7291 Brand NEW Open-concept, bright "walk out" studio, sep- erate entrance, spotless. Backing onto Rouge Forest, modern kitchen/washroom, gas fireplace, Mexican floor- ing, laundry, parking (1 car) includes all utilities/cable, ful- ly furnished, May 1st (non- smoking/no pets) $875 inclu- sive. 905-509-4809 after 6:00 p.m., 416-720-9405 anytime. (snp) PICKERING BROCK/401 Available immediately. 1- bedroom basement apart- ment, separate entrance, suit- able for single person or cou- ple. No pets/smoking. $700/ month includes utilities. Ref- erences, first/last. (905)426– 8555 BROCK/HWY 2 - 1 bedroom basement. Available May 1st. Seperate Entrance, full wash- room, walk-in-closet, clean, laundry, parking, new carpet, utilities. $775/mth Preferred family. No pets/smoking. 905- 619–1028. BROCK/HWY#2 basement apt., 3 rooms +kitchen, laun- dry and parking. Separate en- trance. $850+, available im- mediately. Call 905-619-8918 after 4pm BROOKLIN - One bed. apt. 2nd floor, no dogs. Available now. $625/mo. first/last + hy- dro. 905-424-9743. CLEAN 1-BEDROOM $770/ month, utilities included. Sim- coe and Mill area, small quiet apartment building. Call for appointment (905)579-9890. COUNTRY APARTMENT,2- bedroom, 10miles from Osha- wa or Bowmanville, private entrance, paved drive, park- ing, no pets. $725/month in- clusive. Available immediate- ly. (905)263–2089 CENTRAL PICKERING, beau- tiful, cozy 1-bedroom base- ment. Parking, ceramics, air, 4pc bath. Available immedia- tley $695/mo inclusive. Only first required. 905-837-1694, (416-358-0754, after 6.) FOR RENT SPACIOUS, bright 1-bedroom apartment located on a quiet country lot in Bow- manville. Private entrance, in- cludes parking, heat, hydro, TV antenna, storage space, stove, fridge, microwave oven. Nice deck overlooking trees and pond, groomed walking trails. Can rent fully furnished $1250/month or un- furnished $950/month. Non- smoking, No pets. Suitable for mature person/persons. Available May 1st. Please call for viewing appointment 905- 697–9478. GEORGIAN MANSIONS luxu- ry 2 and 3 bedrooms, sen- iors incentive, (905) 579–9016 HARWOOD/KINGSTON RD. Rooms for rent in quiet exec- utive home. Washer, dryer, cable incl. Available imme- diately. 416-595-9526, 416- 826-0340. LARGE 2 BEDROOM lower apt. 4 pc. bath, separate en- trance, close to GM and Lake Ontario. $750 inclusive (ne- gotiable). References, avail- able May 1st. 905-725–8848 LARGE BRIGHT A/C 1-bed- room walkout basement. 4pc bath, appliances, cable, park- ing, utilities. Good location. No pets. June 1st, $750/month. 905-579-8847 LARGE 1-BEDROOM base- ment. Prestigious Courtice area. Immaculate, small yard, a/c, Seeking professional non- smoker. Parking. May 1. Heat/ Hydro included. $800/mo., 905-434–8356. LARGE ONE BEDROOM above store on King St., Bow- manville, newly renovated, washer, dryer, $675. Avail. immediately. Call 905-440- 5906 LARGE ONE BEDROOM, bright in 6-plex, secure build- ing, $725/month inclusive. Fridge, stove, coin laundry room, BBQ area, no pets. One car parking. lst/last, Security check, Avail. immediately. Cash deposit $300. (905)571- 4066 LIVERPOOL/BAYLY, 2 bed- room basement apt., clean, bright, walk to GO. No smok- ing/pets. $800 month. Avail. April 15. Call 905-420-7079 LIVERPOOL/BAYLY,large bachelor, 2-level apartment. No pets, non-smoker. Sepa- rate entrance. Available im- mediatley. First/last, refer- ences required. $650 + 1/4 util. (905)831–8259, cell 647- 287-8259. LUXURY SPACIOUS 1-bed- room apt overlooking park & Lake Scugog, 5 appliances. Excellent location. Downtown Water Street, Port Perry. Call 905-728-7361 Mon.-Fri. 8am- 5pm. NEW BRIGHT,clean 1-bed- room basement. Close to O.C. separate entrance, A/C 1- parking $725/mo inclusive, first/last. Suits older working person, no smokers/pets. Avail. May 1st. Days 905-243- 3921, Evenings 905-438–8456 NORTH EAST OSHAWA, new- ly decorated, 1-bdrm base- ment w/walk-out, fridge, stove, washer/dryer, avail. imme- diately, $700+utilities First, last, references. Call 905-436-1657 NORTH AJAX,new bright 2- bdrm walk-out basement apt. Close to shopping/schools. No smoking, share laundry, 2-car parking, cable. $800+40% utilities. Avail. April 30. Call 905-427–2098 ONE bedroom basement apt., private entrance, no smoking, no pets, first & last required. $650/mo. call 905-987–0545 OSHAWA APTS.-Bachelor, 1 and 2 bedroom, newer build- ings. Includes utilities, park- ing. Laundry on-site. No dogs. Building #1 905-432-8914, Building #2, #3, #4 905-571- 0425 or for all 1-888-558- 2622/ 416-473-9173. OSHAWA 2-bedroom apt near hospital. Small adult-lifestyle building, one parking, no pets, clean & bright, hardwood floors. $795+hydro, May 1. 416-816-8596 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 BACHELOR, attic, stove, fridge, microwave, parking, private entrance, Adelaide/Mary, $500 inclu- sive. No pets. First/last re- quired. Avail. immediately. 905-436–6085, 905-728-3481. OSHAWA- One bedroom basement apt. Separate en- trance, 4pc. washroom, park- ing, available May 1st. $550 inclusive. 905-430-3519. OSHAWA 1&2 BEDROOM Available for May 1st/June 1st. 2 locations: 350 Malaga Rd., 946 Masson St. $680/ $780 mth inclusive. No pets. Please call any time 905-576- 6724 or 242-4478. OSHAWA, BEAUTIFUL fur- nished bachelor, separate en- trance, quiet neighbourhood, near all amenities & bus. All utilities included. c/ac, no smoking/pets. (289)314–1534 OSHAWA, Mary St North. bachelor apt, in home, laundry downstairs, parking, available immediately, close to all amenities, $600 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 imme- diately or May 1. (905)434– 9844. PICKERING - immaculate one bedroom basement apt. Laun- dry-fac, large-bathroom, kitchen/living/dining area. Utilities/cable included. May 1st. No pets/smoking. $680/ mo. Grace 905-428-8740. PICKERING - legal clean-one bedroom basement apt. Sep- entrance, parking/cable, laun- dry, $625/mo/inclusive. No pets/non-smoking preferred. First/last, available May 1st. 905-619-1865. PICKERING,1865 Glenanna Rd., 3 bedroom apts., close to shopping, schools, daycare, GO. 4 appliances, heating, air, carpeted, large suites. From $1100. Available April 1st. 905-831-1250 PICKERING, WHITES/401, large 2-bedroom basement apartment, separate entrance, 4 appliances, security, laun- dry, vac, a/c, non-smoking/ pets. First/last, references $1050. Available June 1st. (905)420-9949. PICKERING-WEST bright 2- bedroom basement, c/a, gas fireplace, separate entrance, shared laundry, near busstop, no smoking/pets, immediate, $680 inclusive, references, 905-509-9508 PICKERING ONE BEDROOM legal basement apt, open concept, separate entrance, 4- pc bath, eat-in kitchen, a/c, parking, share laundry. Val- leyfarm/Finch, first/last/refer- ences. $725/month 905-831– 8823 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 SOUTH AJAX - IMMEDIATE. Large bright one bedroom bsmt. apt. Suit single working. Parking, laundry. No pets/ smoking. First/last/references $700 inclusive. 905-686–6773 SOUTH AJAX, brand new spacious 1-bedroom base- ment in executive home, pri- vate entrance, parking, dish- washer, a/c, washer/dryer, 4pc bath, ceramics. $850 in- clusive. Avail. May 1st. (905)686–3396 SPACIOUS SOUTH AJAX 1 bedroom basement apt. Bright, clean, laundry, cable, A/C, $750/month, no smoking or pets. Available immediate- ly. 905-427-3062 OSHAWA, STREET LEVEL du- plex large 2-bedroom cathe- dral ceiling, designer decorat- ed, new kitchen w/hardwood, new carpet throughout; full use of basement+backyard. $950 all inclusive. ALSO large 1-bedroom quiet newly deco- rated 3-plex, air, cable includ- ed, $800 all inclusive. Both no pets/smoking. Call between 10-5 905-434-1780 or 905- 424-2116 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 TYRONE VILLAGE north of Bowmanville. Spacious 2- bdrm apt, in 4-plex. Parking, laundry facilities, quiet non- smokers only. $650+hydro. 905-576–3830 MAINFLOOR & UPPER LEVEL 3-bedroom house, $1,075. plus utilities. Lower 1-bdrm $675 plus utilities. Available May 1st. Quiet neighborhood in Oshawa. Call Joe (416)419–1924 WHITBY, LARGE one bed- room basement apt., separate entrance, fireplace, prefer sin- gle professional, no smoking/ pets, $800/month, first/last, May 1st. 905-668-5938 WHITBY - one bedroom base- ment. Private, large windows, clean, large yard backing onto conservation. Parking, laun- dry, Go/401/schools/shopping. $745+utilities. May 1st. 416- 459-2350. WHITBY DOWNTOWN, 1- bedroom basement apart- ment, separate entrance, f/p, clean, parking, own laundry, $675 plus. No pets/smoking. Available immediately. Call (416)910–6316 WHITBY Dundas/Garden le- gal one-bedroom apt. bright, newly renovated separate en- trance parking for 1, no smoking/pets Avail May 1 $800/month inclusive. Call Chris 905-665–8125 WHITBY PLACE, 900 DUN- DAS ST. E.,One and two bed- room units available, park like setting, close to down- town, low rise bldg, laundry facilities, balcony, parking. 905-430–5420. www.reals- tar.ca WHITBY ROSSLAND/Garden/ Bassett attractive bright 2- bedroom walkout basement apartment private entrance Available June 1st $1000/ month cable, A/C, utilities, fridge, stove. To view 905- 665–8504. NORTH OSHAWA, 2 bedroom April 15 or May lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two appliances included. Pay cable, parking, and laun- dry facilities. (905) 723–2094. Condominiums For Rent180 BOWMANVILLE - Seeking Professional, single or retired. No pets/smoking. New, end unit on 1st/floor, 2 bedroom, washroom, 5 appliances. $950/mth. 905-435–0670. CASITAS AT Discovery Place, Pickering, spotless 3 bed- room condo/townhome in gated community. Steps to shopping, transit. 5-applianc- es, 2-parking/locker. $1650/ mo. June 1st. 416-452-6273. COLLINGWOOD, Cranberry, 3 bedroom, 3 baths, fireplace, fully equipped, ski season $6500. 905-294-6776. TWO - 2 BEDROOM condos, 2 baths, Westney/Hwy 2. Avail- able May lst and June lst. $1,275 per mo. inclusive. (416) 462-7365, (416) 289– 6963 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 $1,300. PER MO.Rossland/ Thickson Whitby - Four bed- room house, double garage, basement not included. Pet restriction. References. $l,300 per mo. plus utilities. Avail. immediately. lst/last, Sherry or Tim Webster Sutton Group Heritage (905) 619-9500 AJAX, HARWOOD/401,1- bdrm large basement apt., separate entrance, f/p, a/c, $750+utilities. OSHAWA - Executive 3-bdrm detached house. $1100/month+utilities. First/last/references. No smoking/pets. Parking, Avail- able May 1st. 905-509–2335 after 4 p.m. AJAX,3-bdrm mainfloor $1075+utilities. Also 1-bdrm basement, separate entrance. $675+utilities. Parking, laun- dry. No pets. Avail. imme- diately. Call 905-619–8062 AJAX, PICKERING VILLAGE, newly renovated 2-edroom deatache bungalow, ravine lot, 4 appliances, close to all amenities, $1100, Avail. June 1, First/last/ref. 416-457-1755. ATTRACTIVE 3+1 bedroom detached house. Oshawa/ Whitby border. Quiet residen- tial area. Familyroom/fire- place, living/dining, main-floor laundry, double garage, $1250+utilities. May 1st. 905- 430–3519 CHARMING 3 BEDROOM house with sunroom, close to downtown Oshawa, $1200+. ALSO AVAILABLE beautiful and spacious 3-bedroom basement in Oshawa. Hard- wood floors, private laundry, close to mall and schools. $1100-inclusive. Both avail- able May 1. 905-721-0443 HARMONY / KING AREA. Three bedroom main floor bungalow with garage, central air and appliances, shared laundry no pets, $950 plus utilities May lst. (905) 725– 7965 HOUSE FOR RENT -South Ajax. Corner lot, close to Lake, schools, Hospital, plaza and church. 3 bedrooms, 2 livingrooms, 2 diningrooms, finished basement, new fence and shed. Fridge, stove, washer and dryer, window air- con. $1300/mo.+utilities. First/ last/references. No pets. Available May 1st. Jimmy 905-683-1300. MAIN FLOOR BUNGALOW 3- bedroom brick, excellent con- dition. Good neighbourhood, Adelaide/Stevenson Oshawa, appliances, laundry, no smoking/pets. $1200 monthly. May 1st. (905)579–0463. OUTSTANDING EXECUTIVE Rental, 60ft. wide profession- ally landscaped lot, 3400sq.ft., with main floor office, totally upgraded, Pickering Village location, $2395/month. Ron Argue, Mincom New Choice Realty (905)428-4557 PICKERING - clean 3 bed- room, 3 baths, 2-storey newer home w/basement, in good neighbourhood. Garage, laun- dry, c/vac, 6-appliances. Pro- fessional couple. $1550+. or $1625 with complete outside maintenance. No smoking/ pets. 905-831-3315. PICKERING PARKWAY,3- bdrms, garage, appliances, laundry, deck, across from park. No smoking/pets. $1350 plus utilities. Available Imme- diately. 905-775–5222 TOWNLINE/BLOOR 1-bed- room basement apartment, separate entrance, $600/ month includes utilities. Park- ing, appliances, laundry. Available June 1st. (905)213- 9035 cell. WHITBY 4-BEDROOM house, near Go/401, gas fireplace, main- floor familyroom, 2 car parking, backs park w/tennis courts. $1250+ 65% utilities. First/Last, credit check. No smoking/ani- mals. 905-430–6979. WHITBY - executive detached 4- bedroom, 2 1/2 baths, double- garage, den/dining/family/fire- place, air, intercom, deck, fenced, available May1st. $1795. Days 905-579-7013; eve. 905- 940-3060. Townhouses For Rent190 CARRIAGE HILL - 122 COLBORNE 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 flooring Outdoor pool, sauna, Children's playground Close to all ameni- ties. Fenced backyards. 905- 436-3346. www.realstar.ca Rooms For Rent & Wanted192 FURNISHED room $100 week. Non-smokers, private home, parking, cable, laundry, suitable for working person. N.E. Oshawa. Call Rita (905)579-9499. AJAX - LARGE ROOM,$400 per month. No pets/smoking. Available immediately Call Cell (416) 407–2107 WHITBY Basement - 2 rooms & upper level 1 room avail. immediately. Suit female. Each $425/month inclusive. Call 905-665–6946 LIVERPOOL/BAYLY Unfur- nished bed-sitting room w/pri- vate bath in quiet home. Ma- ture, employed person pre- ferred. Non-smoker. Use of kitchen/laundry/patio/parking. $120/week including cable, first/last. References. 905- 837–0556 leave message Shared Accommodation194 PERSON TO SHARE house, close to bus stop, GM and all amenities. Phone and cable included. $400 lst month plus $200 deposit. Available now. Gina (905)728-4446. WANTED - ONE PERSON (woman preferred) to share bright newly decorated house beside Oshawa creek with 2 women. $450. (416) 598-8263 days (905) 721–2476 after 7 p.m. 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. Children welcome. $275 weekly (less than motel) (905)683–5503. Cottages For Rent209 2 BEDROOM COTTAGE 1.5 hours north of Oshawa, w/full kitchen, living room & bath- room w/shower. On flat lot, right on the water w/large dock. All amenities, great for boating swimming, fishing & 4-wheeling. Non-smoking cot- tage. $525/week. Call 905- 579-1746 BALSAM LAKE,Fenelon Falls quiet family resort, House Keeping Cottages, weekdays & weekends in May & June. www.sandybeachtrailercourt.com toll free 1-877 887–2550 Campers, Trailers,Sites215 40' GOLDEN FALCON Cottag- er, park model, 1988, includes shed, new deck, new perma- nent awning, a/c, 2 tip-outs, 2 large separate bedrooms, full bathroom, professionally landscaped. Bellhaven Trailer Park, Bobcaygeon, in the heart of the Kawarthas. (905)430– 7308 after 4pm. BALSAM LAKE,Fenelon Falls -trailers for sale on sites. www.sandybeachtrailercourt.com Toll free 1-877 887–2550 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. SEASONAL TRAILER sites available suit up to 38 ft. model. Buckhorn Lake at Lock 31. Call (705) 657–8872 Women's Column239 LOSE THAT EXTRA WEIGHT BY SUMMER. All natural. Call Don at 888-354-9788. Horse Supplies & Boarding303 AQHA STALLION 7 years, two appendix colts, 1 and 2 years old . 905-725-7493 Articles For Sale310 1 CANON EOS-1 camera, Canon 80-200mm 2.8L, Canon 50 1.8, 28-70, 2.8L, $950 o.b.o. Shawn 905-723-1798. (snp) LEATHER JACKETS, 1/2 price, purses from $9.99, lug- gage from $29.99, wallets from $9.99. Everything must Go! Family Leather, 5 Points Mall, Oshawa 905-728–9830 (416)439-1177 Scarborough CARPETS - lots of carpets. I will carpet 3 rooms ( 30 sq. yd.) Commercial carpets for $319.00. Residential or Berber carpets for $389.00. Includes carpet, premium pad, expert installation. Free, no pressure estimate. Norman (905) 686- 2314. 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. 9PC. DINING ROOM suite, 3 yrs. old. Oak with mahogany finish. 6-chairs, rose brocade, seats/backs, excellent condi- tion, new-$2900, asking- $1250. 905-432–5000 A KING pillowtop mattress set, New in plastic, cost $1600. Sacrifice $650. 416- 746-0995 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. PLAYSTATION MOD CHIPS PS1 chip $60; PS2 chip $95- $200; XBOX chip $200. All work guaranteed. Inquire about our new/used games. Call East of Whitby (905)924- 2097 or West of Whitby (905)420-8829 PIANOS/CLOCKS Scratch & Dent Sale on all Roland digi- tal pianos, Samick pianos. All Howard Miller clocks. Large selection of used pianos (Ya- maha, Kawai, Heintzmann etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental pay- ments apply. Call TELEP PIA-NO (905) 433-1491. www.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. Dehumidifi- ers $100. Chest freezers $175/ up Large selection of ap- pliances. Visit our showroom. Parts/sales/service. 426 Sim- coe St.S. Mon-Fri 8-6pm, Sat 9-5pm, Sun 11-4pm. (905)728-4043. ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. Amazing Electronics, 601 Dundas St. W. Whitby. Call (905)665–7732. AMIGO 3-WHEEL SCOOTER, good condition, $350. 905- 655-5161 ANTIQUE OAK diningroom set, table, 2 leafs, 4 chairs, sideboard, medium colour, excellent condition, asking $1500. Also Mason Jars, 905- 725–9582 ATT: RESTAURANT/FOOD Processors. 2 convection ovens, 3 compartment steamers, flat top stove & steam boiler. All work- ing. First $1,500. takes ALL! 905-576-6328 days. BED, QUEEN PILLOWTOP, orthopedic Mattress set, Nev- er Used, still packaged, cost $1025, sell $450. 416-741-7557 BEDROOM SET, 8pce cherry- wood. Bed, chest, dresser, mirror, night stands, dovetail construction. Never opened. In boxes. Cost $9000, Sacri- fice $2800. 416-748-3993 BOAT MOTOR & TRAILER $3500 (to be negotiated). Small bar fridge $125 brand new. Call Kevin 905-571-2086 CARPETS SALE & HARD- WOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $329. (30 sq. yd.) Includes: carpet, pad and in- stallation. Free estimates, carpet repairs. Serving Dur- ham and surrounding area. Credit Cards Accepted. Call Sam 905-686-1772. CARPETS, LAMINATE AND VINYL SALE. 3 rooms, 30sq. yds. for $319 Commercial carpet including premier un- derpad and installation. Lami- nate $1.69sq. ft. Click System. Residential, commercial, customer satisfaction guar- anteed. Free Estimate. Mike 905-431-4040. COMPLETE ALMOND kitchen very good condition. Suit cot- tage/apartment reno/set-up. Upper/lower cabinets; hood; sink; pantry wall unit; GE Medallion 850 range, Maytag dishwasher. (905)839–5209. ComputerDeals.Net (www) Pentium Internet starter $299. Brand new powerful custom built computers from $599. Off lease lap tops, big selection from $449. Monitor 17"@$149, 19"@$199. 18 years experi- ence, we love doing upgrades & difficult repairs. (905)655– 3661. COMPUTERS: BITS AND Bytes Computers Services. P-200 Tower complete system $185.00, P2-350 Tower com- plete system $255.00 Com- plete system includes: 15" monitor, keyboard and mouse. April Special: 17" Monitor Upgrade for $20.00 while quantities last. Layaway Plan, Warranty and Other Ac- cessories. Call (905)576-9216 or www.speedline.ca/bitsand- bytes COUNTRY DINING SET,6 chairs, buffet and hutch, used only once for takeout Chinese food. Bought at Wilson's Fur- niture for $4,800. Will shed a tear selling for $l,800. Call and I will email photos. Day (905) 428-5010. Eve. (905) 263- 8687. DINING ROOM SUITE, hard- wood table, 4 chairs +2pc. china cabinet $800; many pieces Pinwheel crystal, $4+ up; sofa +chair excellent con- dition $500; 6pc. solid oak bedroom suite $3000; also much more. 905-697-3102 DINING ROOM TABLE and six chairs, plus side or sofa table, $4000 new, will sell for $1,500. Pure wool Persian rug. Excellent condition. 905 - 434-1679 DININGROOM 13 PCE cherry, 8 chairs. Buffet, hutch, server, dovetail construction. Still in boxes. Cost $11,000. Sacrifice $3000. (416)746-0995. DININGROOM SET, Vilas Rock Maple, 6 chairs, glass hutch, buffet base, table, good condition, $2500. 905-683- 2923. ELEGANT diningroom-table with 8 chairs, 2 captains, solid wood with antique-mahogany finish. 3-months-old, Sears model, immaculate, owner moving. $1500. 905-436–3452 FOR SALE ! SHOPCRAFT 10" band saw with blades, excel- lent shape. Great for home hobbyist. $200. Sony PS2, one controller, vertical stand, 32 mb zip disc memory, swing away golf. $275. Call Greg (905) 987-0536. GIRLS NEOSET WHITE Wood- en Bedroom Suite includes large desk/chair, vanity/ bench, dresser, single bed w/ night tables and shelving. Asking $1500, 905-728–8906. HOT TUB - reconditioned 7 person, 3 pumps with blower, 240 volts, LCD display, $4500 firm. Call 905-743-6152. HOT TUB, 1998 Infinity Spa, model Atlantis, 5-person. Sierra granite finish, natural cedar skirt, ozonator, hard cover, GFIC electrical includ- ed. $3400. (905)619–1677 Light OAK DINING SET,6 chairs, table with extension, large hutch with buffet, excel- lent condition $1500 or near- est offer. (905)576–1041 WEDDING GOWNS for sale - new and previously enjoyed gowns, all sizes. Wedding gowns also taken on consign- ment. Call Sheila after 5 p.m. or weekends 905-697–1676 MAPLE PEDESTAL,chairs, & corner unit $850; antique rep- lica queen bed $200; antique oak pedestal +chairs $400; antique dressers $175 each; antique walnut china cabinet $375; ant. rocker $200; wash- er $175; dryer $175; Fridge $174; Stove $175; apt. size washer $175. 905-260-2200 MIZUNO TOUR XP golf clubs, RH, cavity back, full set, new grips, excellent shape with new carry bag w/stand, and pull cart. $400. firm. After 6 p.m. 705-328-0402. Days 705- 242-2896. MOTHER'S DAY gift, full set of Ladies Golf Clubs, irons, 4- pw, Woods, 1-3-5. All graphite shafts, Winn grips, Excellent condition used 2 seasons. Paid $900 will sell $350. OBO Phone, 905-571–5344 Janice MOTORIZED GOLF CART Lectronic Kaddy "Phoenix", w/ remote control, Hill-Tamer wheel. $1,000; Hard-sided GOLF CLUB TRAVEL CASE 2SKB-4816w $100; INDIAN RUG, "Super Rajput" 9'8"x13'8", ivory colour w/flor- al, professionally cleaned, sanitized. 905-655-7141 MOVING - sofa & chair, kitchen corner set, piano, Call after 4 pm. 905-430–3028 PAIR OF BEAUTIFUL tri-light table lamps, silk beige shades with brass/marble stand & base. Various collectors plates - please call (905)725- 3170. (snp) PIANO TECHNICIAN available for tuning, repairs, & pre-pur- chase consultation on all makes & models of acoustic pianos. Reconditioned Heintz- man, Yamaha, Mason & Risch, & other grand or upright pianos for sale. Gift Certificates available. Call Barb at 905-427-7631 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com Visa, MC, Amex. 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. SHED FOR SALE 10x16, blue vinyl siding, wood floor, ex- cellent condition, asking $1500. 905-263–4720 SKI-DOO (440 eng) $250; Universal $250-obo; Recliner $50; full-sized washer/dryer; Fostex dat machine hardcase w/remote. Call 905-435-9544 SOFA & CHAIR newly recov- ered, navy & pink floral print, excellent condition. $485 in- cludes ottoman. Bowmanville 905-623-8622 snp SOFA BED, rust $100. Love- seat, med. Brown $100. Rocker recliner, med. Brown $50. King Koil box & mattress set $200. 905-373-6082. SOLID CHERRYWOOD kitchen mahogany stained 12'X14', 7' pantry wall, counter tops $3500. 3-door fridge, oven, built-in dish- washer, microwave. PH 905- 831-0947 SONY TRINITRON TVs 27" $350, 20" $250; RCA home theatre in wooden cabinet 36" $1200; Luxman stereo sys- tem, amplifier, cassette, disc, equalizer, tuner, 2 Hitachi +2 Synergy speakers $750; Pioneer laser disc, 5-CD player $300. 705-277-3657 STORE FURNITURE:pine bookcases, store counter/jew- ellery cases, reception/com- puter desk with hutch & file cabinet, various other store displays. (905)420–1612. STORAGE TRAILERS AND storage containers, 24 ft. & 22 ft.. Call 905-430-7693. NEED A COMPUTER?Don't Have Cash? IBM, GATEWAY & COMPAQ PC's as low as $1 a day! No money down! Call Brands NOW! 1-800-656-8369 www.dollaraday.com WALL UNIT,solid teak (ap- prox 8x6) $500. Matching cof- fee & 2 end tables $400 o.b.o. Call (905)839–6123 WEDDING DRESS with head- piece & veil, size 12, ivory with rum-pink satin, profes- sionally drycleaned & boxed. $825. Courtice 905-434–2700 Articles Wanted315 WANTED -Will pay cash and pick-up living room sofa sets, oak or maple kitchen or dining room furniture, etc., adults or children's bedroom furniture or good working appliances. Call 905-260-2200 ANTIQUES, actively buying single pieces or complete es- tates. In business 29 years in Oshawa. 905-718-1808 Mur- ray or Doreen WANTED: HO scale trains and accessories. Dead or alive. Call George at 905-862-2222 Vendors Wanted316 SELL YOUR CRAFTS on the world wide web, free store and free photo gallery. Pay only when your product sells. Visit www.talentedcanadians.com We are ready to help you do business. VENDOR SPACE Available for the Gardeners' Marketplace in the This Week 5th Annual Garden & Landscaping Show, April 11, 12 & 13 at Children's Arena. For information call Serina Mayberry at 905-579- 4473 ext. 2262 Pet, Supplies Boarding370 PUPPIES, Shepherd X, Lab X, Lhasa, Jack Russell, Shit- zu, Boston Terriers, Dober- man, Am Eskimos, Chows, also kittens. 905-831-2145. AFFECTIONATE lovable rough Collie, 1 1/2 years old. $500 to good home. 705-327-4556. CKC REG LAB PUPS. yellow or black. Males/females. Vet checked, dew claws removed, microchipped. 1st needle, de- wormed. Ready April 15. (905)576–7126 CKC-REGISTERED GERMAN shepherd puppies, large- boned, outstanding tempera- ments. Championship lines. 1st shots, vet-checked, tat- tooed & dewormed, family raised. Call 705-786-0322 LABRADOR RETRIEVER pups, adorable bundles of love. Ten- derly home-raised. Parents hips certified. CKC registered, shots. 905-985-8021. PUPPIES, ONLY 2 MALES available. Mother purebred German Sheppard, father pur- ebred American Eskimo. $200 each. Ready to go. Call Eileen 905-623–9971 Bow- manville SPRINGER SPANIELS -Black/ White, Males/Female, Parents Reg'd, Home-raised with children, Paper training start- ed. Excellent hunting dogs + great companions. Ready April 4. $350. Phone-905-720- 0903 Cars For Sale400 1965 AND 1969 Mustang coupe's, 65" has 200 6 cyl. auto, very nice shape, origi- nally Florida car, certified $8,750. "69" has 302 8 cyl. auto., runs great, solid, good project, requires paint and some restoration $4,800. (705) 340-5550. Lindsay. 1980 GRAND PRIX,no rust, no emissions needed, 132,000 km, as is $1500. obo. Need exhaust work. Great car, runs well. Call 905-623-9316 1988 DODGE DAKOTA, Runs great, passed E-test, $1,500 OBO. Call 905-885-5342 after 6 pm. 1990 CHEV CAMARO IROC Z, black, original owner, 130,000km 905-435-9916 1990 TOYOTA TERCEL DX, 166,000kms, 1 owner, am/fm cassette, 2 dr., safety checked, $3000. Call (905)426–9292 1991 EAGLE TALON,5 spd. standard, black, CD player, as is or certified $2500 obo. 905- 434-0392. 1993 HYUNDAI ELANTRA - $2999, 1991 Tempest, 2499, 1990 Pontiac Transport, $2699. Over 15 vehicles starting as low as $1899 & up. (Kelly and Sons since 1975) Certified, e-tested. 905-683– 7301, 905-424-9002 after 6pm. 1993 MAZDA MX3, V6 auto, 2 dr. white, cruise, pw, pl, am/ fm cass, p.sunroof, 205km, asking $4500 cert. & emission tested. 905-434-0392. 1993 SATURN, standard, teal, am/fm cassette, excellent body, runs well, $1200 as is, $1800 certified. Call (905)697–7931 1994 CUTLASS SUPREME,V6, auto, 4dr, power, cruise, air, tint- ed, 169km, new brakes, capliers, transmission, engine gaskets, asking $7,800 certified/e-tested, 905-576–0684 1995 OLDSMOBILE 88 LSS sports sedan, leather, bucket seats, console, p/w, p/l, air and more. Mint condition, only 98,000k, certified, e-tested. Original owner, asking $9,595. 905-623–7142 snp. 1996 CHEV. CAVALIER,4 dr, auto, air, 140km, one owner dealer trade-in $5,000; 1992 Chrysler Daytona, V6 auto, 159km, $3200; 1996 Chev Sil- verado, 350 auto, reg. cab loaded, $10,500. All cert. & e- tested. 905-426-8922. Dealer. 1996 CHRYSLER INTREPID - 3.5 L, 4 door, power steering/brakes/ locks, A/C, rally rims new brakes, great condition. e-tested will certi- fy. $3300 905-683–2289. 1996 GRAND CHEROKEE LTD. Black on graphite leath-er, every option available, 210,000kms, $8,995, certified and e-tested. Countryside Motors 905-579- 8897 1997 BUICK PARK AVENUE Ultra, 106km, leather interior, fully loaded, many extras, mint cond. $15,800. Call (905)571-6902. (snp) 1997 CHEV CAVALIER - only 76,000 kms., air, CD player, like new condition, blue, ask- ing $8,300. Call 905-373-4871. 1997 CHRYSLER CONCORD Loaded, Excellent Condition, certified & E-Tested. $6800 MUST SELL! 905-668-5944 1997 EAGLE VISION TSI,V6, fully loaded, rare beauty, 67,000km, lady driven, $10,500 o.b.o. Call 905-430–8649 1998 SUNFIRE BLUE 93k 4- speed, auto, air, c/c, tilt, abs, t/c, remote keyless entry, $7500 O.B.O. 905-432–7796. 1998 TRACKER CONVERT- IBLE, fun in summer, 4x4 for winter. Original owner, well maintained, automatic, only 73,000kms. $8900 (905)426- 9304 snp 1999 NEON, auto, 4-dr., low mileage, extended warranty included. Excellent condition. Call 905-668-5247 after 5 p.m. 1999 Z24,fully loaded, $700 exhaust system, cd stereo, sun- roof, warranty still active, asking $9,500. (905)576–8406 99 CHEV LUMINA 80,000ks, Most options, emerald green, 4- door, auto with overdrive. e-test- ed/certified. Like new. Asking $14,500. 905-435–0572 EXCEPTIONAL BUY - 1987 Toyota Supra Turbo 24 valve, 5-spd, loaded, ps, pw, pb, a/c, stereo sys- tem, Targa roof, grey, no rust, excellent condition, never winter driven, 172,000 km. A real beauty! Cert. $5500 obo. Must be seen. 416-271-5889 or 705-277-3281. Serious inquiries only please. Cars Wanted405 CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in running condition. Call 427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MUR- AD AUTO SALES. JOHNNY JUNKER Tops all for good cars and trucks or free removal for scrap. Speedy service. (905)655-4609 Trucks For Sale410 1988 JEEP CHEROKEE,4X4, 4.0L, V6, some new parts, runs but needs water pump & battery. Asking $400 obo. Call 905-259-7990. 1991 GMC SLE 1/2 Ton 4X4, blue & silver, 5.7 litre, a/c, auto, lots of new parts. $6500. as is, where is. E-tested. Craig between 7-10 p.m. 905-985- 0294. 1999 CHEV SILVERADO,Vor- tec V8, 4-spd automatic w/ overdrive, air, p.s., p.b., regu- lar cab, long box w/liner, new brakes/tires, rear window, 103,000km, $16,900. 905- 260-2922, (905)433–8878 2001 GMC SONOMA SLS, Vortec V6, pewter colour, 76,000kms, mostly highway, fibreglass tonneau, box liner, etc. $18,900. Call (905)404– 8242 (snp) Vans/ 4-Wheel Dirve420 1988 CHEV CUBE van, 350 engine, good running condi- tion, box in excellent condi- tion. $3500. Call Don 905- 428–0078 or 416-722-3621 1993 CHEV Astro, excellent condition, certified & E-tested, asking $2500. call 905-668– 7497 Motorcycles435 1980 SUZUKI 400GS,great condition, perfect starter bike, must see, asking $1300 obo. Helmet and gloves included. 905-665–5009 Auto Leasing & Rentals445 CAR FOR LEASE 2001 Silver Cavalier VLX sedan, 4 dr. auto, 4spd. exceptional mechanical condition, spotless, am/fm/CD, air, power, approx. 20,000 km. Transfer lease from now til 2005. Monthly payment $282 includes maintenance. 905-428–2447 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 RESTART CREDIT CALL MIKEY BANKRUPT NEW IMMIGRANT REFUGEE NO CREDIT GOOD CREDIT • DISCHARGED • UNDISCHARGED DRIVE TODAYA NEW 2003 OR USED 90 OR NEWER VEHICLE CALL 24 HR. CREDIT HOTLINE 1-800-296-7107 (905)683-5358 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 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 1 Bedroom Apartment. Close to all amenities. 905-686-8905 INDUSTRIAL UNIT, 7 car fully equip Oshawa, body shop. spray booth air compressor etc. 4,000 sq.ft. Also drive-in door units, from $495. For sale 8 unit in- dust. building, owner financed great investment. 905-725–1171 A/P PAGE B6 NEWS ADVERTISER WEDNESDAY EDITION, April 9, 2003 www.durhamregion.com 110 Apartments/Condos For Sale 110 Apartments/Condos For Sale BUSINESSES WANTED We are interested in growing our business into new areas by acquisitions or partner- ships. If you have a Durham Region / Northumberland County area business that would benefit from more promotion, we may be interested in talking with you. Our interest is primarily, but not restricted to, businesses in the areas of publishing, distribution, printing, customer fulfillment, consumer and trade shows, and advertising agencies. Please write to: File #825, c/o Oshawa This Week PO Box 481, Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 Email:morebusinesswanted@hotmail.com describing the nature of your business with addresses / phone numbers to contact you. We will only contact businesses of interest. 160 Business Opportunities 160 Business Opportunities 33 & 77 Falby Crt., Ajax Rental Office Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (905) 686-0845 www.ajaxapartments.com 2 & 3 bedroom apartments starting at $978 per mo. On-site superintendent and security. 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. after 10:30 am Sat. & Sun. 1 pm- 5 pm 905-579-1626 VALIANT PROPERTY MANAGEMENT www.gscrentals.com e-mail: valiant@speedline.ca Lakefront Solitude Pickering, Private Beachfront retreat amongst towering tall trees. 2 bedroom + den, open concept glass 2-storey design, suits professional/couple. $1395.00 + utilities Joe Pitino, Re/max First Realty Ltd. • 905-831-3300 185 Houses For Rent 185 Houses For Rent ✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀ 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 ❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿ 316 Vendors Wanted 316 Vendors Wanted WANTED - HOME SHOW VENDORS for the Whitby This Week Home Show Whitby Iroquois Sports Complex Victoria and Henry St. April 17th-20th, Pad #3 sold out Pad #4 selling out fast! Limited space. 905-579-4400 Devon ext. 2236 or Wendy ext. 2215 4121 KINGSTON ROAD SCARBOROUGH 416-284-1631 TOLL FREE: 1-866-877-0859 Sale Priced $ 6,895 GAS SAVER! 1995 CIRRUS LX 4 DR. Gray, loaded, 4 cyl., only 105,000 kms. STK.#3MB77284A Key #B5 400 Cars For Sale 400 Cars For Sale Durham Region Finance Department 60 Bond Street West, OSHAWA ON L1H 8B6 Telephone (905) 571-3311 www.region.dur ham.on.ca TENDER NO. T-398-2003 SEALED TENDERS will be received by the Regional Clerk, 605 Rossland Road East, Whitby, Ontario, until 2:00 p.m. local time on THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2003 for the collection, haulage and processing of blue box recyclables from multi-unit residential buildings for the area municipalities of Pickering, Ajax, Whitby and Oshawa. Tender forms are available from the Finance Department, Supply and Services Division, 60 Bond Street, West, 2nd Floor, Oshawa, Ontario, L1H 8B6. (905-571-3311, ext. 6287). I nquiries may be directed to: Sue Campbell, Works Department (905) 579-9185 Lowest or any Tender not neces saril y accepted. ROGER ANDERSON Regional Chair J.S. LORNE, C.E.T., M.B.A., C.P.P.O. Manager of Supply and Services Collection, Haulage and Processing of Blue Box Recyclables from Multi- Unit Residential Buildings FINANCE DEPARTMENT PUBLIC NOTICE Karen Chatten, Supply & Services (905) 571-3311, ext.6288 260 Tenders 260 Tenders INFANTS - 12 YEARS OLD - safe home envionment - programming - personal attention - receipts - full or part-time - caregivers screened, trained, receive on going support, regular inspections - Licenced by MCFCS DURHAM PROFESSIONAL HOME DAY CARE 905-509-1207 273 Daycare Available 273 Daycare Available 100 Houses For Sale 145 Industrial/ Commercial Space 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale Personals268 PERSONAL BODY GUARD available. 30 years experi- ence, have protected Prime Ministers. Hourly, daily or monthly rates available. Call 905-243-0588 Nannies/ Live-In/Out270 FAMILY CAREGIVER DOMES- TIC SERVICE Nannies from Overseas. Highly trained & experienced. No Agency Fees. Chosen to suit your needs. 905-885-8459. LIVE IN NANNY for 4 kids, incl. newborn, $9/hr. Cooking and cleaning required. Experi- ence and references required. Fax 416-484-3785. LIVE OUT EXPERIENCED Nanny for 2 toddlers, Clare- mont . ECE exposure pre- ferred. Car/references re- quired. Our family is looking to find a thoughtful caring imaginative person with lots of patience. 905-649–6660 Daycare Available273 AFFORDABLE DAYCARE, Har- wood/Clements, for your school aged children. Reliable, safe, nutri- tious, meals/snacks, Clean fun, 5 min.s from St. Bernadette's, Call Devita 905-426–2106. BROCK/MAJOR OAKS - loving and caring non smoking environment. Large backyard, nutritious meals, activities. Receipts provided Phone (905) 619–1921 PICKERING Beach / Rollo: Loving daycare; 18 months to 12 years. Daily outings (fenced backyard and park). Crafts, story time, music, nutritious meals & snacks. First Aid, C.P.R. certified. Non-smoking, receipts. 905-428-1244. ATTENTION PARENTS & PROVIDERS - free online list of available home providers and nan- nies. www.durhamdaycare.com Call 905-665–2346, 416-568- 1549 (Not an agency) Mortgages Loans165 $$ MONEY $$100% 1st, 2nd and 3rd Mortgages. Bad credit OK. Call Ontario Wide 1-888- 307-7799. $$$MONEY FOR ANY PUR- POSE$$$ -Specialized in hard to place mortgages, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd as low as 4%. When your bank says no, call us! Debt con- sole, 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. Refinancing 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 commercial mortgages. Call Robert Brown at Accurate Mortgage Services. Local 905-436-9292 or toll free 1-877-509-LOAN. Online appli- cation www.accuratemort- gages.com MONEY PROBLEMS?STOP: judgements, garnishments, mortgage foreclosures & har- rassing creditor calls. GET: Debt Consolidations, & protection for your assets. Call now: 905-576- 3505 MORTGAGES - Bad credit? No problem. Debt consolidations and line of credit also available. Call Janet at (905) 831–9137 House Cleaning556 HOUSECLEANING AVAILABLE by mature dependable, experi- enced person with flexible hours. Reasonable rates. Call 905-434- 9767. Home Improvements700 Painting and Decorating710 Moving and Storage715 Party Services753 SOFTTUB RENTALS New in Durham. RENT NOW for Par- ties, Family Fun, Therapy or Romance. Tubs of Fun Rentals 905-439-TUBS (8827) Dating Services900 FRIENDS AND LOVERS DAT- ING SERVICE! NOW WITH CHATLINE!Durham's Own! Sometimes love is just not enough. Listen to the voice ads free. Women free to meet men. 905-683-1110 Adult Entertainment905 PASSION PARADISE and in to the warm th with a passionate companion” “Come out of the cold 100% Discreet In /Out G oing Service Call Nikki 905-665-0035 Hiri ng 19+ Satisfaction Guaranteed 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. 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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 NEW FURNITURE AUCTION SALE To be held at The General Sikorski Hall 1551 Stevenson Road North, Oshawa SUNDAY APRIL 13TH at 10:30 a.m. Large consignment inventory reduction auction including: Leather sofa sets, several dining and bedroom suites, decorator corner cabinet, queen size 4 poster rice bed, decorator linen cabinet, bow glass curio cabinet (cherry fin.), carved mahogany telephone desk, decorator foyer cabinet, leather chairs/ottomans, rocker, dining table and chair sets, hutches/buffets, cherry lingerie chest, antiqued decorator fur- nishings, oak curio cabinets, grandfather clocks, casino coffee table, wall mirrors, quant- ity of fancy decorator occasional tables, games table/4 chairs, pub signs, CD cabinets, unique glass top tables, storage chest table, marble top occasional tables, occasional chairs, oval tea table, marble top tables, plant stands, clock ta- bles, cast iron bird bath, large cast iron candle sticks, quantity of unique decorator items, lamps, crystal, glass, prints and many items of interest. Note -Plan to attend this auction sale of Excellent Quality furniture approx 300 lots. Delivery Available.Restaurant on site open at 1:00 p.m. For more info and pictures go to www.ajauctions.com Terms Cash, Visa, Mastercard, Interac. AJ'S AUCTIONS ANTHONY J. WAGLER – 905-576-0074 Remember a successful auction doesn't just happen – we make it happen. AUCTION SALE Conducted by Don Stephenson 143 Celina Ave, Oshawa April 12 -- 10:00 a.m. 2000+ pieces wood, antique doors/ windows, brass bed, cast iron hot water tank, tractor parts, many other antiques and collectibles, plus coins & currency. AUCTION SALE PETHICK AND STEPHENSON AUCTION BARN 2398 CON. RD. HAYDON, ON SAT. APRIL 12, @ 5:30 OPEN AT 4. Household items, glassware, industrial cleaning equipment from a Port Perry home, oak dining room table, 50's Ant. bar stools, Ant. glassware and old bottles, Sofa, Buffet, Wool carpets, RCA TV, Star Choice Receiver, CD player, Orbi- trek exerciser, Gas BBQ, Motorcycles boots, Kitchen cup- boards/counter, Cameras/Video, post hole digger, Lawn mower, Misc. Garden Equip. tools & Vacuums. Floor and carpet scrubbers etc. Terms: Cash, Interac, M/C, Visa. Auctioneer:Don Stephenson, 905-263-4402 ~ 1-866-357-5335 Sell by Auction~Call Don AUCTION, THURSDAY, April 10th - 5:00PM - WARNER'S AUCTION HALL, HWY#2 COLBORNE. Ex- tra large sale because of bad weather last week, house hold articles, tools, appliances, dishes, glass, etc. Quantity of new articles from various close-outs and bankruptcies. Everything from tools, toys, models, cast pieces, dolls, etc. Excellent frost free fridge and matching auto washer & dryer set, tools from local estate include millwright tools, band saw, table saw, floor model drill press, lawn sweeper, scroll saw and other related articles all hardly ever used in excellent condition, nice 2 pc. sofa set with built in recliners on sofa with matching chair, leather love seat, plus other good sofa & chair set, modern dining room table and chairs with matching 3 pc. wall unit, se- lection dressers, chest of drawers, beds, coffee & end tables, other occasional tables, occasional chairs, miscellaneous house hold articles, dishes, glassware, pictures, lamps, pots, pans, etc. Also outside weather permitting at 5:00PM selection lawn & patio furniture, work benches, other miscellaneous cupboards, etc. All sold no reserves. SATURDAY, April 12th at 10:00AM - Sale for Mr. Currie of Cobourg plus another Cobourg home (name withheld by request) 1960's style dining room suite, white provincial dresser and matching chest, unusual 2 pc sofa set with matching love seat, occa- sional chair & foot stool all set with matching coffee & end ta- bles, antique oak 1/4 cut extension table with 6 matching an- tique chairs all in mint condition, antique 10 drawer chest on chest, antique oak dresser with oval beveled mirror, excellent antique 1/4 cut oak rocker ornately carved, solid walnut single drawer fancy lamp table, Dunken Phyfe side table, antique upright piano, antique piano stool with glass ball feet, 13 place setting silver in free standing silver chest, excellent sofa just like new hardly ever used, also excellent wing chair with matching love seat, Birk's sterling pieces, set 12 sterling teaspoons in original case, antique gingerbread clock, other antique mantel clock, antique wicker chair, selection old pic- tures & prints, glass, china, collectable pieces, lamps, house hold articles, almond 2 door frost free fridge, antique walnut china cabinet, plus countless other articles too numerous to count. No reserves. Terms: cash, cheque, Visa, M/C, Interac GARY E. WARNER - AUCTIONEER 905-355-2106 Online at www.warnersauction.com SUNDAY, April 13th - M. Fleishman Sale starting at 12:00 Noon New stereos, TV's, VCR's, Disc Players, gift- ware, house hold articles, tools, crystal pieces, figurines, du- vets, bedding, quilts, selection jewelry, cosmetics, stainless pots & pan sets, small kitchen appliances. Everything new in boxes. No reserves. CONSIGNMENT EQUIPMENT AUCTION Berrybank Farms, 3383 Taunton Rd. Orono, Ont. 1 1/2 mi. west of Hwy. 115. Selling a Full line of farm equipment, tractors, tools, machinery, vehicles, hardware, lumber etc. SAT. APRIL 12TH, 10 A.M. TRACTOR: MF 35 SKIDSTEER:630 Bobcat w/54" bucket. EQUIPMENT: 5400 min. till drill w/ squeeze pump; JD 1240 4R corn planter; JD 7000 4R corn planter; 1210 vicon rd. baler; 18ft. IH 45 cult w/hyd/wings/harrows; Int. 47 sq. bal- er; dion forage wagons; sprayer booms & acces; 52 wic feed cart; wic big bale unroller; corn & grain rollers; MF hayrake; qty ldr. buckets; hay ele- vators; discs; plows; wagons; har- rows; manure spreaders; MF 33 seed drill w/dd/gs; 3 pth log splitter; Ford ldr fits MF 135; 2R delhi foundry transplanter on rubber w/fert & water; trailers; MISC: 45 ft. storage trailer; fibreglass van body; welding torches; snow- blowers; gates; grain augers; hay feeders; water troughs; elec. fence posts; aerators; steel posts; lawn- mowers; atv pull behind w/60" mow- er; axes; canes; ANTIQUE: 18" X24" fire station bell w/ cradle; LUMBER: assorted cedar; maple; qty. planks; cedar posts. MANY MORE ITEMS: List subject to additions and deletions. TERMS: Cash or cheque w/proper ID. Owners and Auctioneers are not re- sponsible for accidents or mishaps. Lunch booth. For information and to consign to this auction, contact the Auctioneer: John D. Berry, CPPA 905-983-5787 CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday, April 11th at 4:30pm 3 miles East of Little Britain on County Rd. 4 The property of Jeanne & the late Dr. T.W.L. Broadfoot of Lindsay plus others, 9pc. walnut dining room suite, heavily carved Victorian set- tee, walnut games table, 5pc. walnut bedroom suite, oak & walnut parlour tables, walnut what not stand, wing back chairs, 6pc. maple bedroom suite with 2 single beds, arrow back rocker, al- mond Frigidaire 30in electric stove, G.E. Washer & dryer, child's press back rocker, wicker bassi- nette, clover leaf parlour table, walnut night ta- bles, Hoosier kitchen cupboard, oak buffet with leaded glass doors, hanging lamp, qty. linens, bedding, cranberry glass, R.S. Prussia, crystal, wedgewood etc. Also consigned large qty. new windows all sizes & styles for RVs. Don & Greg Corneil Auctioneers R.R. #1 Little Britain (705)786-2183 GARY HILL AUCTIONS 905-852-9538/1-800-654-4647/Cell 416-518-6401 PRE-EASTER SALE - SAT. APR. 12th - 10 a.m. Antiques, Collectibles & Furniture from a lawyer’s Greenwood home plus others incl. lg. qty. miniature musical boxes @ Vanhaven Arena, 722 Davis Dr., Uxbridge. DETAILS garyhill.theauctionadvertiser.com ESTATE AUCTION GRIST MILL AUCTION CENTER, NEWTONVILLE FRIDAY, APRIL 11TH - 6 P.M. Selling the contents from a local home. 5 pc. pine bedroom suite, 2 pc. provincial chester- field suite, swivel rocker, pine entrance bench, old chest drawers, occasional tables, occasion- al chairs, rocking chairs, bookcases, lamps, dis- play cases, qty. china and glasses, numerous collectibles, etc. etc. Preview after 2 p.m. Check out website for updates. Terms: Cash or good cheque, visa, m/c, interac. Auctioneers Frank and Steve Stapleton, (905) 786-2244, 1-800-263-9886 www.stapletonauctions.com 'Estate Specialists since 1971' 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. APRIL 10TH, 6:30 P.M. START PREVIEW TIME - 4:00 P.M. ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ANTIQUES AND FURNITURE: 4pc. circ. 1930 quality mah. bedroom suite, complete with 4-post bed, 9pc. Andrew Malcolm diningroom suite complete with corner cabinet, 8pc. burled walnut diningroom suite with 2 leafs in mint condition, mah. sofa table, round oak turn of century kitchen table with 2 leafs, Chippendale New-England 7pc. ball & claw diningroom set, 7pc. pine quality bedroom suite with country post bed, 2 wingback chairs, Vict. and oak furnishings to include early Canadiana parlour tables, blanket box- es, benches, related cabinets, plenty of prime furniture relating to early 1800's to 1930 including quality end tables, coffee tables, and used bed- room and diningroom furniture, plenty of old oak to be found...too many items to list! ❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀ HUGE ESTATE SALE ❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀✿❀ SPECIAL INTERESTS: Lots of lamps, mirrors, coin collection, new grandfa- ther clocks, autograph pictures, $100,000.00 in estate jewelry, balance of container of 18th Cent. style furniture, fine furniture, many new items. ART AND OIL PAINTING:Limited Edition Trish Romance, Group of 7 Limited Edition quality framed from Casson, Thompson, Carmichaels, Harris, some first time offered in this series, many other Canadian artists Limited Edition, some first time offered, a great selection of professional painted new & old oil on canvas, watercolours etc. GLASSWARE AND CHINA - RS German compote, Royal Doulton dinnerware set, several other strawberry themed Made In England dinnerware sets, Royal Doulton discontinued figurines, Royal Winton discontinued Chintz, Sworski crystal collection, Carlton ware, depression glass, Carnival glass, lots of old pressed glass, vases & compotes, old cups & saucers, English & German china, milk glass, Bohemian crystal, numerous items, lots of old & new decorated china arriving daily. There will be over 50 lots in this cate- gory. 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 TESS TIDD ESTATE SALES SERVICE LARGE VINTAGE RADIO AUCTION AND TAG SALE Saturday, April 12th TIDD'S AUCTION HOUSE HWY #2 - East of Cobourg Tag Sale - 9 a.m. Auction - 10:30 a.m. Note - No auction preview Friday Auction Preview Sat., 9 a.m. Dir:Exit 401 at Hwy #45 Cobourg. Go south to 5th set of lights (King St./Hwy.#2). Turn left. Follow for approx. 6 kms. Watch for signs. Selling a superb selection of Vintage Radios (approx. 300) from the collection of the late Jack Marsden of Cobourg. Collection to include: Black, Brown and White Bakelite, wood, plastic and metal cases - Tabletop, floor models, short- wave, portable and transistors. To view full listing and large PHOTO GALLERY go to www.theauctionfever.com TAG SALE - to in- clude - a nice selection of household items, fur- niture, glass and china, collectibles, pictures and frames, lamps, linens, lawnmower, Rototiller, water-pump, gas weed eater, garden tools, etc. Terms: Cash, Visa, M. C., Interac, cheque w/ proper I. D. Lunch available. Auctioneer Patri- cia Tidd. TIDD ESTATE SALES SERVICE 1-877-863-2477 Specializing in Antique and Estate Auction Sales WEDNESDAY, April 16th: 4:45pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques and Collectables for Mrs. Zella Vale of Ajax, selling at Neil Bacon Auctions Ltd., 1 km west of Utica. TO INCLUDE:Pine corner cupboard w/glass doors (yellow paint, Ex), pine harvest table (Ex), pine flatback cupboard, pine washstands, 3pc ant. pine bedroom suite, set of 6 pressback chairs, oval oak table, carved buffet w/mirror, cedar chest, pine tables w/drawers, parlour table, side by side china cabinet w/leaded glass, twig table, ant. dressers, washstand w/harp, brass and iron beds, arrow back chair, Stewart Warn- er radio, platform rockers, red chrome kitchen suite, wicker fern stand. Hoosier type cupboard, pine jam cupboard, ant. sewing machine, pressback rocker, ant. red leather couch, mixing bowls, old frames, toilet set, hanging lamp, hooked rugs, crocks, trunks, mirrors, dome top trunk, extensive collection of pressed glass including 85 goblets (Flamingo, Canadian Drape and cross, Moon and Star, Tree face, Westward Ho, Bead- ed Grape, Thistle Sheild, St. Johns, Egg in sand, Crossed oval, Sunburst, etc.) 50 wines, 75 tumblers and tableware (Lion Compote, Westward butter dish, Paneled Forget me not pitcher, Daisy and Button Pitcher, Aquamarine finger oil lamp, spooners. 42pc Rogers silverware in case, 40 vintage dresses, muffs, collars, purses, large quantity of collectables and glassware, plus many other interesting and quality items. NOTE:Mrs. Vale has not purchased anything new in the last 50 years. An opportunity to purchase quality antiques in "as found" condition. SALE MANAGED AND SOLD BY NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 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 700 Home Improvements A & C ROOFING and WINDOWS • Shingles of all types, flats of any size • Soffit • Fascia • Eavestrough • Skylights • Spring Special - 15% off all vinyl products • Int. free financing for up to 12 months • Double warranty guaranteed, fully transferable • W.S.I.B. • Fully Insured (905) 509-8980 or (905) 428-8704 6 months No Interest, No Payment (OAC) A&A ROOFING SHINGLE ROOFING - FLAT ROOFING REPAIRS • WINDOWS • DOORS Free Estimates Call Glen 905-707-2372 STREETER CONSTRUCTION & RENOVATIONS 22 years exp. in home improvements including and not limited to: Recrooms, Bathrooms, Sunrooms, Kitchens, Moulding, Tiling, Drywall/ Tap- ing, Doors & Windows, & Built ins,. (905) 431–9939 HOUSE OF ELEGANCE Interior Decorating Carpet Hardwood Flooring - Residential - Hardwood stairs - Commercial - Laminate Flooring - Custom Area Rugs Ceramic Tiles Spring Special Coupon!!! 10% Off Bring this ad into our store and receive 10% off our already low price. 578 Kingston Rd. W., Ajax 905-686-4540 730 Flooring, Carpeting 730 Flooring, Carpeting RABBIT WANTS WORK Doing Magic For Children's Parties And All Occasions. Have My Own Magician. Call Ernie 668-4932 753 Party Services 753 Party Services 256 Deaths 256 Deaths 256 Deaths 256 Deaths 700 Home Improvements presents BOOK YOUR BOOTH TODAY ! Special Newspaper Section: Friday May 09, 200 3 Tel: (905) 576-9335 or (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 CHOMEY, Ernest Peacefully at home, on Tuesday, April 8, 2003, in his 86th year. Ernest Chomey, loving husband of Ella (nee Fewchuk). Dear father of David and Sandi, James and Barbara, Ruth Smith, Barbara and Leonard LeBlanc. Cherished grandfather of 9 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Brother of Mary McAvoy, Nellie Wrenich, and Ann Mallett. Predeceased by 9 brothers and sisters. Ernest will be sadly missed by his many family and friends. The family will re- ceive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME,28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) 905-428–8488 from 2-4 & 7-9 pm. Thursday. A private family service will be held. Should family and friends so desire, do- nations to the charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated. DUNLOP, John Samuel - The family of John S. Dunlop, sadly announce his passing at the Rouge Valley Health Centre, Ajax, on Mon- day, April 7, 2003, in his 58th year. Son of the late Jack and Jean Dunlop. Lovingly remem- bered by his wife Carolyn, daughter Krista and son Jed (John). Brother of Sybil and Winston Bradley of Halifax. Long-time volun- teer with Scouts Canada and recent recipi- ent of the Silver Acorn Award. Many thanks to Dr. B. Chartier, Pickering and Drs. Sturgeon and Wells at The Princess Margaret Hospital, Toronto, for their special care and kindness. The family will receive friends at the Mc- EACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) 905-428-8488 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Wednesday. Funeral Service at Dunbarton-Fairport United Church (1066 Dunbarton Rd., Pickering) on Thursday, April 10, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. Interment - Pine Ridge Memorial Gardens. Should family and friends so desire, donations to the Dunbarton- Fairport United Church or Scouts Canada would be greatly appreciated. PHILP, Marguerite (Margaret) At Communi- ty Nursing Home in Pickering on Sunday April 6, 2003, after a lengthy illness. Beloved wife of the late James Wesley. Loving mother of Linda Rooke and her husband Tom, Michael Philp, and Wendy Greco and her husband Stephen. Dear grandmother of Darren Arthur, Stacey and Maria Greco, and James and Norma Jean Philp. Proud great-grandmother of Alexander Arthur. The family will receive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Vil- lage) 905-428–8488 from 7-9 pm on Wednes- day. The funeral service will be held in the chapel on Thursday April 10, 2003 at 1:00 pm. Cremation to follow. To place your personalized In Memoriam, call 683-0707 (Ajax) and let one of our professional advisors help you. TO ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE IN THIS SECTION PLEASE CALL AJAX 905-683-0707 Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out A/P PAGE B8 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, April 9, 2003 www.durhamregion.com