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May 10 11-3 @ City Hall Esplanade Park 905.420.4660 ex.3261 Ron Pietroniro/News Advertiser photo That’s using your head PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ––––St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Catholic School student Larissa Eyitene blocks a shot while getting in some early soccer practice during recess Thursday. Larissa plays goal on the school’s soccer team. Strikes loom at Durham public board Teachers, custodians, assistants all poised to walk BByy MMiikkee RRuuttaa Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ——Strikes could lead to the closure of some or all Durham public schools within weeks. Roughly 5,500 Durham Dis- trict School Board teachers, custodians, educational assis- tants and other workers are moving closer to strikes. At Tuesday night’s board meeting, Laurie Beaton, the board’s spe- cial education advisory commit- tee (SEAC) chairman, asked for a guarantee that no student would be left at home or sent home if board educational assis- tants, in a position to strike on May 8, walk out. Sally McIlveen, the board’s employee relations’ superinten- dent, couldn’t give her one. “The board can make a deter- mination that they can’t operate schools,” she replied, adding “in extreme cases” schools would have to be closed. In an interview, Ms. McIlveen said the board’s 1,700 education assistants, custodians and cleri- cal, office and technical workers, members of Local 218 of the Canadian Union of Public Em- ployees (CUPE), appear bent on striking. At CUPE’s request, the Min- istry of Labour on Wednesday is- sued a no-board report, begin- ning the countdown to labour action. Two weeks ago, 95 per cent of CUPE EAs, 93 per cent of office/clerical workers, and 92 per cent of custodians favoured giving the union a strike man- date. About 1,400 local members of the Ontario Secondary School Te achers’ Federation are also on the verge of beginning sanctions or striking against the board in early May. And the Durham unit of the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) was to discuss further sanctions at meetings yesterday, in Durham with workplace stew- ards, and in Toronto with the provincial takeover team, which is in charge of bargaining for the local. On her way to Toronto Thurs- day morning, Rachel Gencey, Durham ETFO president, said, “we are obviously going in to de- cide what to do.” She said further actions against the board would be an- nounced today (Friday), all but ✦ Please see Durham, 5 ABOVEGROUND POOLS COMPLETE PACKAGES STARTING AT $1,499.99 7KG 3” CHLORINE PUCKS $29.99 20L LIQUID CHLORINE $4.99 A/P PAGE 2 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 25, 2003 www.durhamregion.com BByy SStteepphheenn SShhaaww Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ––––A key defence witness has denied he sup- plied Ganesh Raghunauth with cyanide to poison his pregnant wife. Mr. Raghunauth, 32, of Pickering has pleaded not guilty to first-degree mur- der in the death of his wife, Hemoutie, on Mother’s Day May 14, 2000. The Crown says he made Mrs. Raghunauth a “spe- cial Mother’s Day” lunch laced with sedatives, then force-fed her enough cyanide to kill 64 people. After four months of tes- timony, the prosecution closed its case earlier this month and the 12-member jury is now hearing from witnesses for the defence. Court was told Wednes- day that prior to his wife’s death, Mr. Raghunauth and his father, visiting from Guyana, gave family friend Balram Narain $1,000 as part of a “money exchange” arranged by relatives back in Guyana. Mr. Narain testified the Canadian money was for him to give his brother-in- law, who planned to visit Canada from Guyana. Rel- atives back home, he said, would reimburse the Raghunauths in Guyana with Guyanese currency. Crown attorney Cindy Johnston, during cross-ex- amination, said the confus- ing explanation seemed suspect. She gave another theory for the cash. “A re you sure that money transaction, that thousand dollars, wasn’t so that you could get some cyanide for Mr. Raghunauth?” Ms. Johnston asked. Or, the prosecutor also suggested, it was intended as payment for his brother- in-law smuggling cyanide into Canada from Guyana for the accused. Mr. Narain denied both scenarios. The jury has heard that in the days be- fore his wife’s death, Mr. Raghunauth asked a jew- eller to give him cyanide and searched the Internet under the word ‘cyanide’ on his work computer at Yo rk Central Hospital. Last week, Mr. Raghu- nauth testified he searched the ‘Net to find out about a “cyanide spill” in Guyana, that Mr. Narain mentioned during the visit. Called by the defence to corroborate this conversa- tion, Mr. Narain said he had no memory of any dis- cussion regarding cyanide with Mr. Raghunauth. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 25, 2003 PAGE 3 A/P LCI-MARKHAM 1-866-237-6667 LCI-MARKHAM 1-866-237-6667LCI-PICKERING FIRST PICKERING PLACE, (401 & BROCK RD.) 1550 KINGSTON RD. 905-831-1110 LCI-PICKERING LASER HAIR REMOVALLCI-PICKERING LASER HAIR REMOVAL “Spring Special $50 Off With This Ad”“Spring Special $50 Off With This Ad” •FREE Consultation & Patch Test •FREE Consultation & Patch Test Written Guarantee: Canada's Leader in Hair Removal with over 100,000 treatments Written Guarantee: Canada's Leader in Hair Removal with over 200,000 treatments FIRST PICKERING PLACE, (401 & BROCK RD.) 1550 KINGSTON RD. 905-831-1110LCI-PICKERING 90 8 0 Family friend denies giving cyanide to accused Loraine focuses her energy elsewhere Trustee leaving post for business venture BByy MMiikkee RRuuttaa Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ——Nancy Lo- raine’s hat won’t be in the ring this fall. The Durham District School Board’s Brock- Uxbridge trustee an- nounced Tuesday she would not run in the No- vember municipal election. Trustee Loraine will have served two consecutive terms when her tenure comes to an end this fall. She is launching a mar- keting and public relations firm, based in Sunderland but serving north Durham and beyond. “Much more of my ener- gy is going to have to go in that area,” she said. “Knowing the energy I’ve put into serving as a trustee, I tried to see if there was any way I could balance the two.” In the end, Trustee Lo- raine said she made the “very tough” decision not to run because she could not do both to the best of her abilities. She an- nounced her intentions early, giving potential can- didates ample time to con- sider a run for the job. Acclaimed in the 2000 election, Trustee Loraine said if she had waited to make an announcement, others might have been discouraged from running against an incumbent, or forced to make a hasty de- cision in late summer. She said she would gladly help anyone who wants to enter the race by answering their questions or meeting with them. Trustee Loraine said she has relished the chance to serve as a trustee, and that she would stay involved in education, but at the local school level. “This has just been the most tremendous oppor- tunity for me to serve the constituents of Brock and Uxbridge, and I’m so grateful for that opportu- nity,” she said. “I will stay closely in- volved with education in Durham because I have two children who are stu- dents in Durham.” Trustee Loraine is vice- chairman of the board’s special education advisory committee, and in 2001 was vice-chairman of the board of trustees. 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Ajax-Picker- ing Edward Jones invest- ment represen- tatives Eric Christiansen, Susan Lepp, Gina Miske and June Timmons host the semi- nar, which was developed in c onjunction with author David Bach. “This moti- vational semi- nar is for women who want to learn how to improve the quality of their financial lives right away,” said Ms. Miske. “Specific tools are intro- duced to help women under- stand how to create wealth and secure a fi- nancial future,” she adds To reserve a spot at the event, call Ms. Miske at 905- 428-9175. Employers implement SARS strategy BByy MMaarrttiinn DDeerrbbyysshhiirree Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ––––Health and safety has emerged as a major issue for local employers over the last few years and the out- break of SARS has now heightened their concern. Durham Region’s largest employer, General Motors of Canada, is doing its part to make sure the company’s more than 10,000 local employ- ees are aware of the outbreak and are following the best ad- vice on how to prevent its spread. GM Spokesman Richard James said the automaker has provided employees with all the valuable information and guidelines from Health Cana- da regarding SARS and are telling employees “don’t come to work if you’re sick.” So far, GM has remained SARS free and the company has yet to develop a contin- gency plan should the out- break breach its Oshawa oper- ations. “We will cross any spe- cific bridges when we come to them,” added Mr. James. “At this point I do not want to speculate what we would have to do.” Whitby printing supply com- pany Label Supplies may be a lot smaller than GM, but owner Jake Rempel says he is taking an even more proactive approach in dealing with the outbreak. He says the compa- ny is providing hand washing and sanitizing materials at all entry points to its offices and along with keeping all phones and computers to single-user only, employees are being asked to keep machines and delivery trucks sanitized. “We’re just trying to do our part,” he explained. “The more people doing a little bit, the more every little bit will help. We w ant to do our part and stop this thing in its tracks.” The company’s 37 employ- ees are also being asked to stay at home if they’re not feel- ing well — all to prevent the spread of SARS. “We’re in the service indus- try and we can’t afford to be shut down,” added Mr. Rem- pel. acknowledging teachers will refuse to take part in Grade 3 and 6 provin- cial tests next month. Ms. Gencey has said the board’s roughly 2,400 elementary teachers, working to rule for three months, are close to striking. Ms. McIlveen has admitted she is frustrated with the lack of progress in negotiations, maintaining the board is making its employee groups reasonable offers. Don Bryans, CUPE Local 218 pres- ident, said he hopes a strike can be avoided, but added, “the relation- ship between the board and the union is the worst it’s ever been. “There’s no bargaining going on; the board isn’t interested at all in bargaining. We have a lot of issues on the table and their response to most of them is, ‘we’re not interested in going there’.” However, CUPE has received “a very solid offer” from the board that meets its salary demands, countered Ms. McIlveen, adding she doesn’t be- lieve the outstanding issues are in- surmountable. Ms. McIlveen has complained it’s the union groups, including CUPE, that are not bargaining. She said CUPE rejected three possible dates for talks that she suggested to the conciliator this week. “If Don’s going to say that he bet- ter agree to meet,” she said. “If they’re determined to go out on strike, I don’t know what to do if they won’t bargain with us.” Mr. Bryans said the union is not looking to extend its strike deadline, but that strike preparations have not yet been made. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 25, 2003 PAGE 5 A/P April 17, 2003 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Luncheon in Support of Local Chinese Business Owners At Mandarin Restaurant Everyone is aware of the health concerns around SARS, but less attention has been directed to the economic affects, especially as it concerns local Chinese businesses. Pickering Mayor Wayne Arthurs, joined by Councillors Dave Ryan, Bill McLean and Regional Councillors, Rick Johnson, Mark Holland and Ajax Regional Councillor Jim McMaster had lunch this afternoon at the Pickering Mandarin Restaurant in support of the local Chinese businesses. The Mayor and his guests were well received and welcomed by Restaurant Managers Ms. Doloris Wai, Mr. Johnny Lee and Mr. Kevin Lee at the Mandarin, 1725 Kingston Road, Pickering. The staff and the management team at the Mandarin expressed gratitude and were very pleased with the Mayor’s support. Mr. Johnny Lee stated that: “We are overwhelmed with the tremendous support that the Mayor and his team are offering to our Restaurant and to our Chinese community and very happy to have them with us today!” “I am very happy to be here in support of our local business and I strongly encourage all residents to continue their normal & community activity!” said Mayor Arthurs. 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Visit: www.NeighbourhoodHomeSales.com Re/Max Quality One Ltd., Realtor Fax it: 905-683-0386Durham board, staff still at odds RRAACCHHEELL GGEENNCCEEYY ‘Going in to decide what to do...’ ✦ Durham from page 1 Chretien has always had Canadians’ best interests at heart The democratic process is a wonderful thing. Enjoyed in the 'free world,' it gives the power to people to elect their cho- sen representatives. The wars of the past have all been fought for democracy and personal freedom. Although we may not always agree with our leaders, the office of prime minis- ter should be shown the respect it is due. Recently, our prime minister, Jean Chretien, marked his 40th year in Canadian politics. After a private celebration with his cau- cus, the event was recognized in the House of Commons. Members from all political par- ties applauded the PM's hard work and determination over the last four decades. They under- stood and appreciated Mr. Chre- tien's love for and commitment to Canada. Even his adversary and political opponent, Joe Clark, had the self-confidence and wisdom to realize our prime minister has al- ways had the best interests of Canadians at heart. People will never be in total agreement when it comes to mak- ing decisions for our country. When our prime minister decided to await the United Nations sanc- tion before he would commit to participating in the war in Iraq, he was widely criticized. He did not feel the Americans had made a good case for invading another country. He had the strength to do what he felt was best for us, as we had elected him to, and not follow any pied piper into the battles they chose. If someone had told me four weeks ago that the Americans and the British would take over Iraq in three weeks with little or no resistance, I would have laughed. After all, Iraq was a strong enti- ty, harbouring not only a huge army, but also untold weapons of mass destruction, so many that they posed an imminent threat to the world! Where is all this firepower, this great army and these weapons? Saddam Hussein has probably long left Iraq, leaving the people he had ruled and much of the wealth he had accumulated. Where he is now is anybody's g uess. A registered Realtor who likes to write, Diane Runcieman is a mother and grandmother. Prime minister deserves our respect DDiiaannnnee RRuunncciieemmaann oo pp ii nn ii oo nn ss hh aa pp ee rr P PAGE 6 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, April 25, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Time for preserve talk is now Residents not served by City, MPPs bickering from afar Why is the provincial government opting for the stroke of a pen instead of candid debate on the Duffin-Rouge Agricultural Preserve? Municipal Affairs and Housing Minister David Young signed a rarely used ministerial order that makes the agricultural pre- serve off-limits to developers and overrides local planning deci- sions. The move is a blow to Pickering's growth management study, which is being conducted to create a map to help guide future development in the area. The move, however, sets the stage for a confrontation be- tween the Province and the City over who is best suited to de- termine what is best for the land. The Province is asserting its authority over land use issues in relation to the 4,900 acres in the preserve, while the City is fiercely protecting its belief in taking the most practical and reasonable approach to future land use initiatives. Pickering Mayor Wayne Arthurs, not surprisingly, has re- ferred to the ministerial order as "Draconian" and vowed to continue with the study. Lost in all of this, however, are the views of many who will be directly affected. Last December, for instance, farming com- munity spokesman Chris Burkholder noted, "If the Province wanted to keep it (as an) agricultural preserve, it shouldn't have sold it." At the time, he maintained individual landowners opposed the severe limits they face in terms of their options if the lands were left as agricultural. Certainly the preservation of substantial lands for agricul- tural uses is a dearly held and laudable notion, but there is much more to consider. The future could see massive residen- tial development in the so-called Seaton community, there may be an airport developed within 15 years, and growth pressures will likely continue to mount. Those elements speak directly against the likelihood that farming will continue to be a preferred, or profitable, option in the coming years. Thus, why is the Province insisting on the land being designated for agricultural uses in perpetuity? The provincial government, local MPPs and the City must stop bickering via correspondence and convene a meeting with a view to resolving these clear and troubling differences. Citi- zens in Pickering simply aren't interested in watching from the sidelines as two levels of government argue over who has the right to plan the City's future. If the ministerial order is truly about preserving farmland, there is much more to consider than the 4,900 acres in the agri- cultural preserve, which won't amount to much more than a hole in a doughnut if airport and Seaton development occurs as planned. If it's about trumping Pickering to kick-start devel- opment in Seaton, then it has an obligation to come clean in- stead of pretending this is all about the beleaguered farmer. Pickering's voice was strong on boundaries TToo tthhee eeddiittoorr:: Re: 'Where was Pickering council?' let- ter to the editor, April 9 I do not make it a practice to respond to editorial letters, however, the letter from Wayne Senis creates an exception. He asks in his letter if any representa- tives of Pickering council made a repre- sentation to the Federal Electoral Boundaries Commission when they had the chance to ensure Pickering would be kept intact in the redistribution of fed- eral riding boundaries. Pickering council was advised of the proposed restructuring in the summer of 2002 and passed resolutions Sept. 17, 2002 and Nov. 4, 2002 to ensure a feder- al riding would be established that would include the entire City of Picker- ing. On Nov. 8, 2002, representation was made at a hearing of the commission as part of a joint submission with other Durham municipalities. The commission is proposing a riding that would split Pickering in two. In re- sponse to this proposal, Pickering coun- cil passed a resolution April 7 strongly objecting to the proposed ridings and requesting all Durham area councils, MPs and MPPs also object. The pro- posed riding split was never part of any earlier proposal and came as a complete surprise. I hope in the future Mr. Senis takes the opportunity to contact myself or any members of council to ensure that statements he makes are based on facts. Pickering council has worked very hard on behalf of its residents to ensure the federal electoral boundaries reflect a community of interest and continues to serve Pickering well. 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In Canada, only Ontario and Quebec students, roughly 4,000 per province, par- ticipated. “It certainly shows that we’re competing internationally,” said Luigia Ayotte, programs super- intendent at the Durham Dis- trict School Board. She said the Education Quali- ty and Accountability Office, which administers provincewide tests each year at a number of different grade levels, chose four board schools to take part in the PIRLS. Ms. Ayotte would not identify them, but said the schools are in Pickering, Whitby and north Durham. “They certainly came from dif- ferent geographic areas, they’re diverse, so it’s not skewed one way or another,” she said. While the board’s EQAO scores dropped a bit last year, Ms. Ayotte believes local stu- dents are making gains as a re- sult of the time devoted to school improvement plans, input from school councils and more sophisticated teacher training methods. “It takes a teacher at the front of the class to make a differ- ence,” she said. Ontario English-speaking stu- dents scored a 553 in the reading for literary purposes portion of the PIRLS. Only students from England and Sweden fared bet- ter. In reading for informational purposes, Ontario’s 544 was sixth best. In overall reading achieve- ment, 19 per cent of Ontario stu- dents finished in the 90th per- centile, representing a score of at least 615 and 40 per cent fin- ished in the 75th percentile. Female English students fared better on the assessment, aver- aging 560 while male students’ average was 541. Those scores were good enough for fourth and third best, respectively. LLUUIIGGIIAA AAYYOOTTTTEE ‘It certainly shows that we’re com- peting internationally.’ A/P PAGE 10 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 25, 2003 www.durhamregion.com The News Advertiser Outstanding columnist nomination The Canadian Community Newspapers Association is the national voice of the community press in Canada. A federation of seven regional newspa- per associations, CCNA was founded in 1919 and currently represents more than 670 English-language community newspapers with a total first-edition circulation of more than 6.8 million copies per week. Each year CCNA newspapers compete in a national ‘Better Newspapers Competition’ with judging in 27 premier and special award categories as well as six ‘General Excellence’ categories based on circulation.The top three finalists in each category are announced in April and awards presented at the national conference in May. Finalist Best All-Round Newspaper Port Perry This Week Circulation 6,500 - 12,499 Finalist Best Local Editorial Port Perry This Week Editor Bruce Froude Finalist Best Editorial Page Port Perry This Week Circulation 6,500 - 12,499 Finalist Best All-Round Newspaper Uxbridge Times-Journal Circulation 6,500 - 12,499 Finalist Best Editorial Page Uxbridge Times-Journal Circulation 6,500 - 12,499 Now finalists for 17 Canadian awards Finalist Best All-Round Newspaper Oshawa-Whitby This Week Circulation 25,000+ Finalist Best Front Page Oshawa-Whitby This Week Circulation 25,000+ Finalist Best Editorial Page Oshawa-Whitby This Week Circulation 25,000+ Finalist Best Local Cartoon Oshawa-Whitby This Week Circulation 10,000+ Cartoonist Tim Dolighan Finalist Outstanding Community Service Oshawa-Whitby This Week Circulation 10,000+ ‘The Newspaper Club’ Finalist Outstanding Reporter Initiative The Canadian Statesman Circulation 10,000+ Reporter Jacquie McInnes Finalist Outstanding Columnist Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser Reporter Martin Derbyshire Finalist Best Sports Photo Oshawa-Whitby This Week Circulation 12,500+ Photographer Ron Pietroniro Finalist Best News Story Oshawa-Whitby This Week Circulation 10,000+ Reporter Stephen Shaw Finalist Best Photo Essay Oshawa-Whitby This Week Circulation 12,500+ Photographers Ron Pietroniro, Walter Passarella, Jason Liebregts Finalist Best Feature Story Oshawa-Whitby This Week Circulation 12,500+ Reporter Martin Derbyshire The Canadian Community Newspaper Association ‘Better Newspapers Awards’ will be presented May 31 in Vancouver, British Columbia Finalist Environmental Writing Port Perry This Week Circulation 10,000+ Reporters Tim Foran, Jacquie McInnes Recipients of 16 awards from the Ontario Community Newspaper Association April 5, 2003 www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 25, 2003 PAGE 11 A/P Spelling Bee kids put the word on the street Hundreds of children in Ajax and Pickering who signed up for the 2003 Durham Regional Spelling Bee put their skills to the test recently during semifinal compe- titions at St. Mary Catholic Secondary School. Top contestants from those competitions will now vie for reg ional spelling honours at the finals being held Sat- urday, May 3 at Father Leo J. Austin Catholic Sec- ondary School in Whitby. Young competitor Jordan Handey awaits his word from the Spellmaster during a semifinal competition. Ajax Honey Bee competitors moving on to the final are Banuja Ganesalingam, Karen Espinola, Allana Gomes and Isaak Wong. Ajax Bumble Bee competitors competing in the finals are Zain Manji, Mary Michalski, Lauren Caldwell and Khadijah Plummer. Ajax Carpenter Bee semifinal winners are Christina Hingco, Marley Allen-Ash, Jessica Ireland and Kristen Silveira. Pickering Honey Bees who took top honours at the local compe- tition and who are moving on to represent the community at the finals are Natalie Fava, Vena Kurup, Gavin Haynes and Annette Latoszewska. Pickering Bumble Bees competitors who will represent the com- munity at the finals next weekend in Whitby are Bradley Kot- sopolous, Colin Laidley, Tiyondah Fante-Coleman and Olivia Da Silva. Pickering Carpenter Bee competitors who took the top four places at the semifinals and who will move on to the finals in- clude Daniel Misciewicz, Gabrielle Greene, Taylor Hatlett and Karissa Nankishore. Mason Bee Winners competing in the finals: Kira Misciewicz Natacha Bessay Tores Melissa Roth Daniel McKenna Marc Soares Roya Delsol 44tthh - Melissa Masson 33rrdd - Alexander Martanda 22nndd - Siobhan Saravanamuttu 11sstt - Tim Zhou BByy LLeesslleeyy BBoovviiee Staff Writer PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ——Owners of the Duffin Meadows Cemetery don’t want a public trail running through their grounds — even if it is part of Picker- ing’s newest pedestrian friendly development. “We don’t support this. We support passive recre- ation during the daylight hours, like reading books on benches,” said Gary Timney, director of devel- opment for Mount Pleas- ant Group Cemeteries. Pickering’s planning committee agreed last Monday to further negoti- ate with cemetery owners rather than delete the trail altogether from the blue- print for the Duffin Heights Neighbourhood. The Duffin Heights Neighbourhood, meant to act as a link between a fu- ture Seaton community with already established development in south Pickering, is bordered by the St. Lawrence and Hudson Railway to the north and a hydro corri- dor to the south, Ganat- sekaigon Creek to the west and the Ajax border to the east. Anchored by a Brock Street commercial streetscape, the neigh- bourhood sports pockets of low- and medium-densi- ty homes, four schools and parks, a protected forest and the cemetery — all linked by pedestrian trails. But owners of Duffin Meadows argued Monday night they weren’t advised of plans to carve out a trail through the 83-acre ceme- tery. It makes up roughly one-tenth of the entire neighbourhood, at Brock Road just north of Third Concession. “The rights of people who have passed away and their own family shouldn’t be abused by people who don’t recognize the sancti- ty of the grounds,” said Mr. Timney. Not only does a trail cre- ate liability issues, but also it has resulted in “nothing but problems and vandalism” for the group’s other cemeteries like Mount Pleasant in To r onto, he said. “We’ve had serious acci- dents with rollerbladers hitting the front end of cars,” Mr. Timney said. “We’ve had running races go through the middle of funerals. That’s not what a cemetery should be.” Pickering has held ex- tensive public meetings on Duffin Heights, local councillors argued. As early as 1984, there was “no question” a residential community would be built around the cemetery grounds, said Ward 1 Re- gional Councillor Maurice Brenner. “It would have been very different if the landowner had bought the cemetery in the middle of the coun- try without any pedestri- an interaction,” he said. “I think we can sort out the liability issue.” Duffin Heights could attract as many as 9,500 new resi- dents by 2016, with con- struction beginning as early as next year, said Neil Carroll, Pickering’s direct of planning. Land uses have changed slightly to protect a table- land forest stretching along the west edge of the Brock streetscape corri- dor. Housing densities have increased from low to medium in other areas to offset the “population loss”, said City planning consultant Greg Temple- ton. A/P PAGE 12 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 25, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Selection will vary by store. Savings are off our regular prices, unless otherwise specified. 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Teams participating include emergency service personnel, businesses, fitness centres, local college and university students and media partners. The event takes place May 3 with registration starting at 8:30 a.m. at Iroquois Park Sports Recreation Complex located at 500 Victoria St. W., Whitby. All of the proceeds will sup- port The Lung Association’s Asthma Action Program. There will also be other ac- tivities, including an opening ceremony, kids mini-pull, face painting, a silent auction and entertainment by The Durham Regional Police “Cruisers” band. Call 905-436-1046 for more information. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 25, 2003 PAGE 15 A/P Gone Loonie Gone Loonie Sale!! Sale!! Gone Loonie Gone Loonie Sale!! Sale!! LIMITED TIME MATTRESS EVENT!! 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Durham public works commissioner honoured for service Jack McCorkell recognized by industry association DDUURRHHAAMM –––– Durham’s public works commissioner has been recognized as one of the continent’s top 10 leaders in the field. Jack McCorkell was named one of North America’s ‘2003 Top 10 public works leaders of the year’ by the American Public Works Associ- ation. Mr. McCorkell was the only Canadian recipient. The award was given in recogni- tion of outstanding career service achievements. Among the projects Mr. Mc- Corkell was lauded for were: his work on facility construction in- cluding the Hillsdale Manor nurs- ing home and planning of the new regional headquarters; the Re- g ion’s new integrated waste man- agement program with curbside or- ganic pickup in four municipalities; transportation initiatives; water ef- ficiency; and human resource per- formance improvements, says the works department communica- tions officer Sherri Munns-Audet. Mr. McCorkell’s commitment to health, safety and employee train- ing and skill upgrading was key to his award, she says. “It’s a number-one priority for him in this department. He’s such an advocate for improvement, training and expertise,” she says. Mr. McCorkell says he shares the award with current and past em- ployees of the Region who con- tributed to those projects over the years. Durham “is fortunate to attract a high calibre of dedicated and tal- ented individuals,” says Regional Chairman Roger Anderson. Community Living hosts annual meeting DDUURRHHAAMM ——A local association is extending an invitation to its annual general meeting. Ajax-Pickering and Whitby Asso- ciation for Community Living meets Wednesday, May 7 at 7:30 p.m., at the Ajax Alliance Church, 115 Ritchie Ave. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call 905- 427-3300. Annual event scheduled for early June BByy JJaaccqquuiiee MMccIInnnneess Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ––––A “celebra- tion of survival” and a “tribute to the lives of loved ones” will be com- bined with a night of en- ter tainment, fun and a fund-raiser for cancer re- search. The Canadian Cancer Society will hold its third annual Relay for Life, June 6 and 7 at the Os- hawa Civic Fields. The relay is a non-competitive 12-hour event where teams of 10 to 12 people will walk in relay from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. At a regional council meeting Wednesday, Uxbridge Mayor Gerri Lynn O’Connor chal- lenged her municipal counterparts to join in the event to help raise money for cancer research. “What is 12 hours in our life? There isn’t one of us in this council chambers, there isn’t one person in Nor th America who hasn’t been touched by this dis- ease.” The first lap of the walk is the survivors’ lap, said Mayor O’Connor, who added, “Each year you see more and more people in it. It is so touching. You have to be there to see what I mean.” The lap is led by the Relay for Life honorary chairman Sandy Hawley, renowned jockey and Durham native who is a three-time cancer sur- vivor. As survivors walk their victory lap, their names are read and friends, family and partic- ipants cheer them on. Each participant in the relay pays a $10 entrance fee and must raise at least $100 in sponsorships. For those who raise more, there is an opportunity to win prizes. Candles dedicated to those who are battling cancer or who have died as a result of the disease line the track through the night. The candles can be purchased through RBC Royal Bank in Durham for $5. Anyone who would like to register a team, walk a survivors’ lap, buy a can- dle or volunteer for Relay for Life, can contact the Canadian Cancer Society, Durham Region at 1-800- 668-7830. 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Prices and specifications are subject to change without notice. E. & O. E. $179 ,900 To wnhomes in Tune with Living * Can Be Yours Today! LOOK FOR *Partial Delivery FLYER IN TODAY'S PAPER Restaurant puts employees to test in response to SARS BByy LLeesslleeyy BBoovviiee Staff Writer PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ––––The lineup hasn’t been as long lately to get to the buffet at Mandarin. Concerned about a steady de- cline in business, franchise own- ers are trying to diffuse some of the widespread panic over severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS). “The first week wasn’t so bad. We were down only about two to three per cent,” said front manag- er Dolores Wai. “The second week was about 20 per cent, but last week we were down 40 per cent.” Asian communities in Toronto have been battling the perception of SARS as a Southeast Asian ill- ness since it was first discovered in a Hong Kong hotel in late Feb- ruary. It’s led Prime Minister Jean Chretien and Ontario Pre- mier Ernie Eves to very publicly dine in Chinese restaurants in To ronto to demonstrate their safety. Mandarin recently took it one step further, taking out large half- and full-page ads in GTA news- papers espousing its health and safety standards across the chain. Durham Region health depart- ment officials said they weren’t aware of any other businesses in the region taking similar mea- sures. “There was a lot of debate in the office whether we should take out the ads,” explained Katie Walton, a Mandarin marketing representative. “It wasn’t a mat- ter of telling our customers how to react, just to let them know we’re doing whatever we can to protect our customers and em- ployees.” The Pickering restaurant is practising the same precautions mandated across the chain. Em- ployees are screened daily before reporting to work, said Ms. Wai. Each employee is given a “de- tailed form” to fill out, she said, asking them if they have been to Southeast Asia in the past two weeks, recently visited a closed hospital or school, had contact with anyone who may have SARS, or showing any symptoms themselves. Any worker answer- ing ‘yes’ is sent home for a 10-day quarantine. So far, a “few people” have been quarantined, but no one from Pickering, said Man- darin vice-president George Chiu. As for screening customers, Ms. Wai said all Mandarin can do is hope its patrons respect the guidelines too. To show his support, Pickering Mayor Wayne Arthurs held a lun- cheon for Ajax and Pickering councillors at the restaurant last week. “We thought we had an obliga- tion as council to encourage peo- ple to be diligent with their own behaviour and to encourage resi- dents to continue their normal and community activity,” he said. WWAAYYNNEE AARRTTHHUURRSS ‘We thought we had an obligation as council...’ *Sales Representative **Associate Broker ***Broker Owner CHRISTINE STERGIU* 416-495-2362 SAT & SUN., APRIL 26 & 27, 1-3 P.M. 47 BOOTH CRESCENT, AJAX END UNIT TOWNHOME! This gorgeous end unit townhome is on a premium double lot! Just like a semi! Three bedrooms, open concept living room dining room and kitchen overlooking family. Kitchen also has a walkout to beautiful, big, private yard and 2 tiered deck! Drop in for coffee this weekend and see all the features this home has to offer! For more information on this property contact Christine. $229,0 0 0 www.durham region .com NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDI TION, April 25, 2003 PAGE 19 A/P TERREQUITY REALTY MIKE ARNOLD* 905-428-7677 Prudential Achievers Realty, Broker $279,5 0 0 SUN., APRIL 27, 2-4 P.M. 41 HILLS RD., AJAX BACKS ON TO GREENBELT! Prestige sought after area in South Ajax. Spacious backsplit steps from school and park. Generous principle rooms, updated kitchen with 3 B/I appliances, 2 bathrooms renovated, huge family rm. with gas fireplace, B/I shelves and walkout to fenced private yard. This lovely home is located on a quiet street. RARE FI N D LOUISE MICALLEF* 905-831-3300 FIRST Realty Ltd. Broker SUN., APRIL 27, 2-4 P.M. 13 PITTMANN CRES., AJAX SOUTH AJAX BACKSPLIT! Don’t be fooled by the modest exterior, this little beauty is so much more than meets the eye! Hardwood floors, colonial trim, vinyl windows, huge family room, updates and upgrades galore all on a premium pie lot in a demand lakeside community!! Come see for yourself! www.leslieprentice.com $245,9 0 0 LESLIE A. PRENTICE* 905-426-5664 FIRST Realty Ltd. Broker SAT & SUN., APRIL 26 & 27, 2-4 P.M. 1904 ROSEFIELD RD. OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS! Don’t miss out on this fantastic large spacious four bedroom home. Separate entrance to freshly painted one bedroom basement apartment, bright and spacious. This solid home comes complete with 2 fireplaces, newer a/c, 2 newer patio doors, newer roof, newer windows, backs onto open space and much more. CALL BILL McLEAN* 905-686-3330, www.sellingwithbill.com BILL McLEAN* 905-686-3330 SAT & S U N . 2-4 P.M . J U S T L I S T E D GARRY BOLEN* 905-436-0990 905-428-8274 SUN., APR. 27, 2-4 P.M. 36 TORR LANE, AJAX SOUGHT AFTE R AJAX ARE A - E nd unit o/l park, very private back & side yard. Was model unit w/upgrades, CAC, security system, large eat-in kit. w/counter lighting, huge ensuite bath, all bdrms. w/double colonial door closets, oak staircase w/white pillars, upgraded blinds throughout, lots of pot lights, 6 appls., walk to all conveniences. Att. garage. Won’t last. Just Listed STATUS Realty Inc. $2 3 9 , 9 0 0 SAT., APRIL 26, 2-4 P.M. 77 MAYOR CRES., AJAX Beautiful well cared for centre hall plan, 4 bdrm. brick home with main floor laundry rm. & mn. flr. family rm., eat-in kit., formal dining room. L arge bdrms. M BR has 4 -pc. ensuite w/sep. shower & roman bath, W/I closet. 2 car garage w/E GDO. Q uiet community. Great family home. $339,0 0 0 SUN., APRIL 27, 2-4 P.M. 5 PLUMB ST. All brick four bedroom home less than 5 years new, is located in a quiet neighborhood, close to the lake and conservation area. 9 ’ ceilings, four generous sized bedrooms, smart home wired, garden door, w/o to deck, upgraded kitchen cupboards, breakfast nook, gas fp. in dining area, oak stairs. A home designed with a family in mind. $205,9 0 0 S ATURDAY, APRIL 26, 2-4 P.M. 30 INLET BAY DRIVE Spacious Brookfield townhome in beautiful Whitby Shores. Approx. 1,600 sq. ft. plus professionally finished basement. Main floor family room. Master ensuite. Flexible closing. CONNECT Independently Owned & Operated, Broker FRANK Real Estate J. STAN CLEGG** 416-281-2300 JILL SMITH* 905-683-1790 R E ALTY LTD. PICKERING BEAUTY 1239 BRIDGE GATE CRES. Detached 2 storey family home, 4 bdrms. + 1, 4 bathrooms, main floor family rm., gas fireplace, w/o to deck, large eat-in kit., ceramic tiles in kitchen, hall hardwood, liv. rm. & din. rm., 4th room finished in basement. Great location, close to all amenities, call today to view. $294,9 0 0 S U N . , A P R I L 2 7 , 2 - 4 P . M . SAT. & SUN., APRIL 26 & 27, 2-4 P.M. CLAREMONT BEAUTY 4885 OLD BROCK RD. Located in the quiet Hamlet of Claremont this 4+1 bedroom home has plenty to offer. Walk to school, library & community centre. E njoy your 3 W/B fireplaces along with a formal living and dining room, large kitchen with cherrywood flooring in the family room, living & dining room. Move-in condition! Come and see for yourself! $524,9 0 0 BILL GRAY* 905-426-7515 RESULTS REALTY LTD. STEVE KOSTKA* 905 668-1800 25 CUMBERLAND ROUGE RIVER REALTY LTD. SEE STEVE’S VIRTUAL TOUR!! www.stevekostka.com $204,9 0 0 $194,9 0 0 “APPOINTMENTS ONLY” 25 CUMBERLAND “SPECTACULAR VIEW OF THE LAKE” From living - dining. Master bedroom & balcony. Luxury lakeside condo. ***Stunning *** Open concept ***. Family room with “Fireplace”. Over 1,300 sq. ft. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, with ensuite 4 pc. Fantastic rec facilities. “5” appliances **. Barbecue allowed on balcony!!! Great deal. Call Steve Kostka*. Now 905-839-7449. “L UXURY LAKESIDE” 2 storey condo. Over 1,300 sq. ft. “2” parking spots - 5 appliances. Barbecue allowed on balcony - open concept - gorgeous decor - 2 large bedrooms - ensuite with oversized shower stall. ***Minutes to lake and parks. Call Steve Kostka* now 905-839-7449. SAT., APRIL 26, 2-4 P.M., 2344 MERIADOC DR. BROCK/DELLBROOK, PICKERING ***Immaculate***. Custom Ballantry floor plan, open concept kitchen & family room - extra large bedrooms, grand foyer entrance with cathedral ceiling & large picture windows in living, dining room. **Huge driveway. **No sidewalk. ** Parking for 4 cars - central air - all new appliances. Premium back yard 150’ depth lot, “pool size”. See Steve’s “VIRTUAL TOUR” ON WEBSITE WWW.STEVEKOSTKA.COM. CALL NOW! 905-839-7449. ROUGE RIVER REALTY LTD. STEVE KOSTKA* 905-839-7449 Bring out the whole family to help keep Ajax Clean and Green during Environmental Affairs Week, and all year long! Visit us at www.townofajax.com Recycling bins are available at a minimal cost from our Operations Centre, 491 McKenzie Avenue, Ajax 905-683-2951 Come and view our Environmental Display at City Hall, One The Esplanade, Pickering Get outside and enjoy the VEW with the Volunteer Environmental Watch Monitoring Program Call 905.420.4660 ext.2212 Ta ke Pride in Pickering Day Join the Frenchman’s Bay Watershed Rehab. Project as we celebrate Earth Week and Take Pride in Pickering Day, Saturday, April 26th. Help your friends and neighbours plant native trees and shrubs in a local woodlot and do a little house cleaning around the City. A barbecue lunch to follow at the Frenchmanís Bay Yacht Club. Go ahead and make a difference to your community. See you there!!! Location #1 Woodlot Planting Where: West Shore Community Centre. When: 10:00 am to 12:30 pm Assist the Frenchmanís Bay Watershed Rehabilitation Project by planting native trees and shrubs and hanging bird boxes. Location #2 Pine Creek Community Clean-up Where: Vaughen Willard Public School When: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Do you live, work or play near Pine Creek? If so, we challenge you to pitch-in and help pick-up along this creek to make our community a more vibrant place. Location #3 Rotary Frenchmanís Bay West Park Clean-up Where: Frenchmanís Bay Yacht Club. When: 10:00 pm to 12:30 pm The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and the Rotary Club of Pickering invite you to take part in restoration efforts at Rotary Frenchmanís Bay West Park. We need many hands to help with garbage removal, bird box cleaning and more! All Week • West Nile virus displays by Durham Region Health will be at various events. • Environmental book displays at Ajax Public Library branches. • Monday-Thursday evenings: Scouts and Guides will be planting trees: meet at Fisherman’s parking lot, Westney Rd. north of Bayly St. • School and community litter pick-up programs Saturday, April 26: • 8:30 a.m.: Trail opening at Elizabeth St. at Kingston Rd - will include guided walks. • 8:30 a.m. - noon: Composter and blue box sales, plus free compost and kraft yard waste bags (while they last) at Operations Centre, 491 Mackenzie Dr. (Bring shovel for compost: limit of three containers) • 10:30 a.m. at Main Library Branch: “Green is Great” storytime for preschoolers - meet Duffy, our environmental mascot! Monday, April 28 6:45 p.m.: Main Branch, Ajax Public Library: “Green is Great” storytime and visit from Duffy. Tuesday, April 29 • 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. in the Banquet Hall at McLean Community Centre: ‘Focus on Sustainability’ presentation with speakers and school awards. (For more info, call 905-683-2951.) Thursday, May 1 • 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. at Rotary Park Pavilion: Open house and public meeting on the Duffins Marsh Restoration Action Plan. Sunday, May 4: ‘Celebrate our Waterfront Day’ at Rotary Park • 4:30 a.m.: Traditional Ojibway sunrise ceremony by Elder Bahni Kenny; breakfast provided. • 8:30 a.m.: Litter pickup - we’ll provide the bags and gloves throughout the day for pickups. Participating high school students will receive volunteer hours certificates. • 8:30 a.m.: Canoeing - register at the Pavilion for a guided canoe trip. Throughout the morning - limited seating available. • 10 a.m.: natural and cultural heritage walks held every hour on the hour. • 10 a.m.: Duffy’s ‘Learning to See’ art table (all day). • 12:30 p.m.: Divers from Ajax Scuba Club clean up lake. • 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.: Waterfront Expressions: participate in creating art; presentations every half-hour • 2 p.m.: Falun Dafa exercise demonstration. • 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.: Waterfront TOP TEN list: • Complete our ‘Top Ten’ survey to be part of our waterfront plan update; prize draw Thank you to our volunteers and sponsors. Environmental Affairs Week couldn’t happen without the help of numerous volunteers as well as sponsors. The events are organized by a group of volunteers who are a sub-committee of the Ajax Environmental Advisory Committee, along with others committed to keeping Ajax Clean & Green! You can get involved by helping in waterfront cleanups, planting and habitat creation, and other activities. 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For real estate information: www.theamigo.ca MARY ROY* 905-426-7515 HERITAG E REA LT Y L T D . RESULT S REA LT Y L T D . SUN., APRIL 27, 2 -4 P.M. 117 HIB BARD DRIVE, AJAX Beautifully decorated and extremely well kept! Enjoy creating your gourmet meals in this large, spotless k itchen with walkout, this home also features a co sy upper level family room with fireplace, custom designed interlock, open concept, close to shopping, transit and schools. See you there. Call Mary Roy @ 905-426-7515 $264,898 $259,898 SUN., APRIL 27, 2-4 P.M. 374 DELANEY DRIVE, PICKERING A John Boddy “Gem” features a bright family eat-in kitchen overlooking family room with gas fireplace, decorative columns, California shutters, a “dream” 5 piece ensuite with Jacuzzi tub, skylight and many more upgrades and extras. Boasts pride of ownership! Come see for yourself. Call Mary Ro Roy for more details @ 905-426-7515 $244,900 sutton group heritage realty ltd. SUN., APRIL 27, 2-4 P.M. 12 GARNETT STAY COOL BY THE POOL You’ll be a hit with the family this summer with this fabulous 4 bdrm. S. Ajax home. Very private yard surrounding the IG pool. Featuring a sep. formal din. rm. w/french doors a nd bay win dow. Ceramic flrs. & oak kit. cabinets. Hrdwd. flrs. in fam. rm. Great 12x24’ deck off kit. & fam. rm. A must see on a quiet street just mins. from popular Ajax waterfront Trail. RICK* AND NICOLE* MENARY 905-619-9500 $369,900 SUN., APRIL 27, 2-4 P.M. 5 GARNETT PREM. PRIVATE LOT Definite pride of ownership appointed on mature lot. Spacious open concept 4+1 bdrm., 4 baths. Charming custom décor, hardwood flrs., gas fp., S.G.W.O. from breakfast area to sundeck. Bsmt. rec rm., liv. rm., kit., bdrm. plus 4-pc. bathroom. Includes: 9 appliances, CAC, window coverings. Lovely landscaped yard w/outstanding perennials. Large private side yard off front circular drive. Steps to lake, conservation, close to schools & transit. Ajax Lakefront Executive - A Pleasure to View! $369,900 CHRISTIAN VERGARA** 905- 619-9500 “Your AMIGO in Real Estate” www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 25, 2003 PAGE 21 A/P Ajax comes clean next week Plenty to see and do in the coming days AAJJAAXX ——Come out and help spring clean Ajax. Environmental Affairs Week, April 26 to May 4, focuses on cleaning waterfronts and creeks, while creating habitats. More than 50 groups are in- volved this year, from communi- ty organizations like the Scouts, to others such as the Durham Conservation Authority. “It’s a popular event for groups to get involved with,” said Debra Bloomfield, commu- nications manager with the Town of Ajax. “The Scouts and Guides plant trees for habitat creation.” The weeklong events kick off on Saturday at 8:30 a.m. at the Ajax operations centre. Purchase a composter for $25 or a blue box for $5. And, while supplies last, receive free com- post and Kraft paper yard waste bags. At the same time, a one-kilo- metre guided hike is planned to mark the opening of a new two- kilometre stretch of the Trans- Canada Trail at Elizabeth Street and Kingston Road. Also on Saturday, preschool- ers are invited to the main li- brary branch (55 Harwood Ave. S.) at 10:30 a.m. for nature sto- ries. Duffy, the town’s environment mascot, will be at the library for story time, and will reappear April 28 at 6:45 p.m. Local schools are rewarded for their cleanup efforts Tues- day during ‘focus on sustain- ability’ night at the McLean Community Centre at 6:30 p.m. On Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m., a public meeting concerning the Duffins Marsh restoration ac- tion plan and Duffins-Car- ruthers watershed plan takes place at the Rotary Park Pavil- ion. The week wraps up at the pavilion May 4 with ‘celebrate our waterfront day’. The day begins bright and early at 4:30 a.m. with a traditional Ojibwa sunrise ceremony by Elder Bahni Kenny. After breakfast at 7:30, the daylong litter pickup begins. Na tural and cultural heritage walks begin at 10 a.m., and con- tinue every half hour. At the same time, Duffy’s ‘learning to see’ art table will be set up. Divers from Ajax Scuba Club clean up the lake at 12:30 p.m., and at 1 p.m., the first presen- tation on creating ‘waterfront expressions’ art takes place, with additional shows every half hour. For anyone with energy left to burn, there is a falun gong exer- cise demonstration at 2 p.m. The day wraps up at 3:30 p.m. with the ‘waterfront top ten list’, which is compiled from surveys completed by partici- pants throughout the day. There is also a draw for prizes. Throughout the week, Ajax Public Library branches feature book displays on keeping the environment clean. And from Monday to Thursday night, Scouts and Guides are planting trees. The week was organized by the town’s Environmental Af- fairs Week committee, which has been active for 15 years and has grown from just a few vol- unteers to 20. For more information, call the Town of Ajax operations and environmental services de- partment at 905-683-2951. Library hosts kids for special celebration PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ——Hear a kangaroo tell tales about mom. ‘Katy No Pocket’ entertains children from three to six years old at the Pickering Public Li- brary’s Petticoat Creek branch Saturday, May 3 at 10:30 a.m. A Mother’s Day surprise will also be made. Then, on May 10 at 10 a.m., a Mother’s Day story time will be held at the central library branch for children aged two to five. No appointments are neces- sary. For more information, call Kathy Williams at 905-420-2254, ext. 6004. 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The public is invited to the Pickering East Shore Com- munity Association’s annual general meeting April 30 at the East Shore Community Centre, 910 Liverpool Rd., Pickering. Refreshments begin at 7 p.m. and the meeting is at 7:30 p.m. Guest speakers include Cathy Grant, who offers a virtual tour of Pickering; Pat O’Brien, with updates on the Pickering Nuclear Generat- ing Station; Angela Porteous from the Frenchman’s Bay Wa tershed Rehabilitation Project; and Pickering coun- cillors Mark Holland and Bill McLean, with community up- dates on waterfront develop- ment and other community projects. The night also features the election of the executive for 2003-04. For more information, call 905-839-6972 or visit the Web site www.pesca.ca. BByy KKeerrrrii DDeenntt Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ––––Don’t let the calendar fool you or you could end up red-faced. Warm weather is here, but don’t bask in all the sunshine just yet. “Melanoma skin cancer killed 840 Canadians last year,” warned Durham Re- gion Health Department nurse Chris Arnott. Skin cancer is the most common cancer affecting Canadians, with 75,900 new cases in 2002. Eighty percent of sun ex- posure occurs before the age of 18. It only takes one or two sunburns to double your risk of developing melanoma later in life, the nurse pointed out. When the weather re- port warns of a UV reading of four or higher, it takes just 30 minutes before damage appears. Com- monly during the summer the Greater Toronto Area reaches readings of eight. The Durham Health De- partment advises you wear sunscreen and a lip balm with a minimum SPF of 15, 30 or more if you are work- ing outside. Adults need to be role models for their children, teaching them that sun- burns and tans are not healthy, she added. Over- exposure to the sun by UV rays may result in skin cancer. Other tips for avoiding sun damage are to avoid the sun from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., when the rays are strongest. All ages should stay in the shade and wear a hat and eye protection. “Sunglasses have to have UV protection of 100 per cent of UVA and UVB rays,” said Ms. Arnott. Sunscreen should be ap- plied at least 15 to 30 min- utes before exposure and should be reapplied every two hours and after swim- ming. Babies under six months of age should not wear sunscreen and in- fants should be kept out of direct sunlight until one year of age. Warmer weather also brings out those pesky mosquitoes, carrying the West Nile Virus, which can cause arthropod-borne disease. Help yourself avoid con- tracting the West Nile Virus by reducing your ex- posure to mosquito bites. Start by eliminating mos- quito breeding areas by turning over or removing containers in your yard where rainwater collects, such as potted plant trays, buckets, or toys. As well, empty birdbaths once a week; remove old tires from your yard; clean roof gutters and downspout screens and eliminate standing water on flat roofs, boats, and tarps. You can also protect yourself from mosquito bites by wearing long, loose and light-coloured clothing; using insect re- pellent products with no more than 35 per cent DEET for adults and less than 10 per cent for chil- dren. Evidence of winter is fading fast, but with the melting snow and the breakup of ice along our rivers, streams, ponds and lakes, there is a higher, faster flow of water within our rivers and streams. Unstable stream banks and extremely cold water temperatures can lead to very hazardous condi- tions. Children should be kept away from waterways whenever possible, warns conservation associations. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 25, 2003 PAGE 23 A/P IN SELECTED AREA’S LOOKLOOK for your for your FLFLYERYER PERSONAL EDGE PERSONAL EDGE Every Saturday & Sunday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm To be a vendor, call 416-291-0684 with former vendors from the Pickering Flea Market SCARBORO TRADE CENTRE FLEA MARKET 4181 Sheppard Ave. E. at Midland Ave. NEW ANTIQUE MALL New fashions, electronics, jewellery, gold, silver, toys, pots & pans, giftware, video games, old coins, used furniture, collectibles, antique furniture, glass, dishes, old toys, old & new comics & magazines. YOU KNOW IT’S IMPORTANT TO EAT HEALTHY… Eating three healthy meals a day has never been so easy or so tasty! Proper nutrition is essential no matter how old or young you are. Not only are breakfast,lunch, and dinner good for you, our chef here at The Court at Brooklin makes sure all our dishes are fresh and delicious. Everything from our rolls to main courses are made from scratch everyday! Low sodium and heart friendly diets are not only available, they’re oh—so good! Three delicious chef-prepared meals are included in your monthly rent along with: Spacious studio, one- or two-bedroom suite Scheduled local transportation • Planned activities Resident managers available 24 hours a day Unique travel program • Emergency call system Weekly housekeeping and linen service And much, much more! Opening Fall 2003 (905) 655-7718 5909 Anderson Street Brooklin, ON L1M 2H1 www.courtatbrooklin.com© 2003 HOLIDAY RETIREMENT CORP. We Make it Easy and Delicious! Cover up when the sun shines: Durham health officials PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ——It’s almost time to get those bathing suits and towels out of the closet. To r onto Region Conser- vation announced recent- ly Petticoat Creek Conser- vation Area, located at the south end of Whites Road in Pickering, will be open daily from May 17 to Sept. 1, after which it is open the weekends of Sept. 6 and 13. The pool is open from June 7 to Sept. 1. For more information, call 416-661-6600. Petticoat ready for another season Colonial Pools and Recreation, Ajax, has been providing quality pools and service to the greater Toronto area for 29 years. Established in 1973, Colonial Pools & Recreation has specialized in vinyl liner repair, insurance work, sales and service. Colonials’ staff is trained, knowledgeable, friendly and experienced. Their full service department and retail store has been newly renovated to serve their customers better. Colonial Pools and Recreation is much more than a pool store. They carry a wide selection of products to complete your backyard escape. Pool tables, shuffle boards, barbeques, and a complete line of pool and spa supplies, products and accessories are among their offerings. Colonial is an authorized BioGaurd dealer, and offer free water anaylsis to all their customers. Colonial extends an invitation to the community to join them at their Annual Barbeque and sale this Saturday and Sunday where they will have specials and free give aways. You can find Colonial Pools at 795 Westney Rd. S., Ajax, Unit 1&2 or on the web @ www.colonialpoolsandrec.com Colonial Pools and Recreation; Serving the GTA for 29 Years 2 LOCATIONS “Your Vacuum Superstore” since 1985AJAX 29 HARWOOD AVE. S. 428-1659 .Hwy 2 401 HarwoodWestneyPICKERING 375 KINGSTON RD. 509-3622 .Hwy 2 401Rougemount WhitesThe Easy-To-Use Deep Cleaner with automatic cool Conversion WOW ONLY: $269 OO Freshen Up Your Central Vac With A Deluxe Power Head, Hose & Attachments #S5682 LIMITED TIME OFFER $298 OO VA CUUM CLEANER PARTS & REPAIRS ALL MAKES FREE ESTIMATES NO MESS OR DAMAGE Professional Installation $99 3 Inlet Kit If Needed $69 EACH MOST HOMES ROUGH IN Quality Central Vacuum HOOVER ELECTRIC PACKAGE STRAIGHT AIR PACKAGE $579 OO Garage Kit LOWEST PRICES GUARANTEED Complete With Switched Hose & All Attachments & Bonus #S5682 - #S5610 reg. $669 reg. $349 Complete With30’ Hose, 7 piece Deluxe Tool Set and Hose Hanger with System Purchase BONUS $398 OO Spring Cleaning Made Easy with the NEW Central Vacuum System by Hoover A/P PAGE 24 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 25, 2003 www.durhamregion.com www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 25, 2003 PAGE 25 A/P Dental Care for Adults, Kids and Great Big Babies. VIJAY BADHWAR, DMD We keep our patients smiling by taking the time to understand their needs. Add our friendly, caring staff and state-of-the-art techniques and you’ve found a good dental home. 905-683-1391 •A Full Range of Dental Treatments - Bring the whole family. •Saturday & Evening Appointments - To serve you better. •Flexible Payment Options - Helping you get the treatment you want. •A Relaxing Atmosphere - Virtual vision glasses, stereo headphones to help ensure you have a pleasant visit. We’ve Got Your Size Sizes 4-15 Widths AA-EEE PICKERING TOWN CENTRE • UPPER LEVEL • SEARS WING Comfort and Well being with every step. SPRING SHOES ARRIVING THE LACE PLACE 1698 Bayly St. at (Brock Rd.) 905-831-5223•416 286-5223 DRAPERY AND UPHOLSTERY FABRICS value up to 34.98 per yard Saturday April 26th & Sunday April 27th PER YARD CLEARANCE WEEK$5Per Yard (Home Fabrics) THOUSANDS OF YARDS OF Nominate an excellent business for recognition Board of trade gears up for annual awards gala AAJJAAXX ——The Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade is looking for a few good businesses. Nominations for the 2003 Business Excellence Awards are being accepted until May 2 at the board of trade office, 700 Finley Ave., Unit 4 in Ajax. Winners are announced at the Oct. 24 award ceremony at An- nandale Golf and Curling Club. Nominees must be located in Ajax or Pickering or be a board of trade member. They must also be able to prove achievement in seven areas of criteria including: out- standing customer service, en- trepreneurship and innovation, continuous improvement/quali- ty programs, community sup- port, national and international achievements, environmental efforts, and safety. Nominees need not excel in all areas but must not have a nega- tive record in any one area. At minimum, the nominee must be able to prove excellence in at least one area. Each nominee must supply the program judges with a de- tailed submission no later than July 15. Each nominee must complete a nominee’s acceptance form and deliver it to the board of trade’s office no later than May 2. A nomination package is not considered complete without a signed nominee acceptance form. For more information on the board of trade, or the annual awards program, phone 905- 686-0883. Weight loss program offered to local teens Youth Centre hosts seven-week series for boys and girls AAJJAAXX ——Once again, The Youth Centre is running its weight smart group. The free seven-week weight loss program is for 13- to 19-year-olds liv- ing in Ajax and Pickering. The inten- tion of the program is for partici- pants to have fun, learn how to eat properly and lose weight in a healthy manner. Weekly sessions are facili- tated by a dietitian. Participants receive individual and group support, learn to set real- istic goals with a focus on self-es- teem, eating behaviours and physi- cal activity, and discuss meal and snack preparations, fitness and more. The group runs from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at The Youth Centre, beginning Wednesday, June 4. All potential participants are required to make an appointment for an intake ses- sion before June 3. Parents/guardians are encouraged to attend a one-night education ses- sion without their children June 25 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The centre is at 360 Bayly St., Unit 5, Ajax. For more information or to regis- ter, call 905-428-1212. 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 A/PPAGE 26 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 25, 2003 www.durhamregion.com www.edwardjones.com Member CIPF Investment Seminar Start improving the quality of your financial life right away with seven simple steps. “Smart Women Finish Rich” based on the best selling book by David Bach, is a fun, educational seminar specifically designed for women. It provides you with seven steps to help you live a richer life. Join Us: Wednesday, April 30/03 6:30 pm Ajax Community Centre HMS Ajax Room Gina Miske Investment Representative 955 Westney Rd. S. (At Harwood Ave.) Suite 1B-11, Ajax 905-428-9175 Susan Lepp Investment Representative 1105 Finch Ave. #4 Pickering, ON L1V 1J7 905-831-4611 P. Eric Christiansen Investment Representative 375 Kingston Rd. #5 Pickering, ON L1V 1A3 905-509-7763 June Timmons Investment Representative 60 Randall Dr. #9 Ajax, ON L1S 6L3 905-426-6501 No woman can afford to miss this Free Seminar! “Smart Women Finish Rich” You Will Learn: • How To Put Your Money Where Your Values Are • Where You Stand Financially • How To Build Financial “Baskets” For Your Retirement, Your Security, And Your Dreams Seating is limited, call today to reserve your seat! Edward Jones cordially invites you to “Smart Women Finish Rich” an educational seminar that can help you achieve financial security and fund your dreams.Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Happy trails to you PICKERING –– The arrival of spring meant a walk in the park to witness renewal and enjoy the sunshine for the Attfield family, including St. Bernards Mocha and Benson. Enjoying their leisurely stroll in the Rouge River Valley are (from left) Michael, Matthew, Tracey and Kevin Attfield. Carnation sales benefit MS Society DURHAM ––Buy a carnation to f ight multiple sclerosis. The Multiple Sclerosis Soci- ety of Canada will be starting its 27th annual MS Carnation Campaign on May 8, continu- ing through the Mother’s Day weekend. The Durham Chapter will be selling carnations to the public to raise funds to fight MS. “The MS Carnation Cam- paign gives us a chance to get out into our community to not only raise funds for the families living with MS, but to raise awareness about this often disabling disease,” said Tania Hobbs, public relations director. The campaign has raised over $36 million for the Multi- ple Sclerosis Society of Cana- da since 1976. Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a disease that randomly at- tacks the central nervous sys- tem, affecting the control people have over their bodies. MS is usually diagnosed in people between the ages of 20 and 40. For more information on MS or volunteering call 905- 686-2581. This is the course for you, baby DURHAM —Learn the ins and outs of babysitting at an upcoming course. The Red Cross’s Durham branch holds two 7.5-hour babysitting courses for teens 12 years old and up. The courses deal with the rights and responsibilities of a babysitter, the care of a child, feeding, babysitter- child relationships, safety and acci- dent prevention, emergencies and first aid. The courses run Saturday May 3 and Sunday, June 8 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. There is a test at the end of the day and there is a lunch break. The cost is $35. 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Groen/News Advertiser photo A mighty swing DDUURRHHAAMM ––––General Motors employee Steven Crozier puts some muscle into his work while removing an old playground at Grandview Children’s Centre to make way for a new one. GM employees joined forces to provide the playground for children across Durham Region who live with disabilities. P PAGE 28 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 25, 2003 www.durhamregion.com DVP/404VICTORIA PARKKENNEDY RD.McCOWAN RD.FINCH AVE. E. 401 SHEPPARD AVE. E. 20 COWDRAY COURT Agincourt Chrysler 20 COWDRAY CRT. 416-321-2201 KENNEDY RD.PICKERING TOWN LINEHWY. 401 LAWRENCE AVE. 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Lie extra. C.O.B. 60 mos. 10,000 or @7.75% 2093.60 2 LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU! AS IS AS IS AS IS AS IS AS IS AS IS $257/mo. 0 DOWN From $12,488 Only 8 minutes from Pickering Town Centre News Advertiser Billboard APRIL 25, 2003 FFRRIIDDAAYY,, AAPPRRIILL 2255 TTAALLEENNTT NNIIGGHHTT:: The Greenwood United Church women present a community tal- ent night at 7:30 p.m., at Greenwood Unit- ed Church, Concession 6, west of West- ney Rd., in the village of Greenwood. Call Pat Beach at 905-683-8513 or Sheila Brooks at 905-649-5911. GGIIAANNTT SSAALLEE::St. Martin’s Anglican Church hosts a ‘new to you’ sale from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Church is at 1201 St. Martin’s Dr., one block west of Liverpool, south of Bayly, Pickering. Items include clothing for the family, toys and books and a white elephant table. Call 905-839-4257. BBIINNGGOO AANNDD SSHHUUFFFFLLEEBBOOAARRDD::The Ajax Seniors’ Friendship Club plays bingo every Friday at 7:30 p.m. and every We dnesday at 1 p.m., and shuffleboard every Friday at 9:30 a.m. at the St. An- drew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Dr., Ajax. Call Mary for bingo at 905-427-9000 or Barb at 905-686-0190 for shuffleboard. AAJJAAXX CCRREEAATTIIVVEE AARRTTSS:: Come and see artworks in oils, watercolours, pastels and other media at the Ajax Creative Arts’ spring show and sale. The event runs from noon to 9 p.m. today, Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Village Communi- ty Centre, 22 Sherwood Rd. in Pickering Village. AADDDDIICCTTIIOONN::The Serenity Group meets at 8 p.m. at Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd. for a 12-step recovery meet- ing. The group meets every Friday to dis- cuss addictions of all types including co- dependency. Child care is available if needed. Call Jim evenings at 905-428- 9431. SSAATTUURRDDAAYY,, AAPPRRIILL 2266 CCAATT SSHHOOWW::Motor City Cat Club of Os- hawa holds it’s annual cat show from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Ajax Community Centre, 75 Centennial Rd., Ajax. There are draws and prizes, cat food compa- nies, booths and exhibits and two house- hold pets to be crowned king and queen. Show continues Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 905-723-7410. PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG PPRRIIDDEE::The Frenchman’s Bay Wa tershed Rehabilitation Project group holds a pride day to show appreciation for the world. The day coincides with Earth week and involves many activities, including community cleanup, woodlot planting and a barbecue lunch. Events begin at 10 a.m. Call Angela at 905-420- 4660 ext. 2212. TTRRAAIILL HHIIKKEE::The Pickering Naturalists meet at 9 a.m. in the parking lot of St. Elizabeth Seton School, Stroud’s Lane west of Rosebank Rd. The group takes a five-kilometre hike through Altona Forest. Bring binoculars and wear waterproof hiking boots. Call Doug Lockrey at 905- 666-3897. SSUUNNDDAAYY,, AAPPRRIILL 2277 GGAALLAA BBEENNEEFFIITT CCOONNCCEERRTT:: Pickering’s Giles Tomkins, a bass baritone singer with a bright future, performs in a benefit classical music concert with pianists Boris Zarankin and Inna Perkis at 2 p.m. The concert takes place at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 35 Church St. N. (just north of Kingston Rd.). Tickets are $20, available at the door. All proceeds will be used to sponsor a recording by Mr. Tomkins and Mr. Zarankin. MMOOVVIIEE MMAATTIINNEEEE::The Ajax Public Li- brary’s teen advisory council invites fel- low teens to take a break and join them at 2 p.m., at the main branch, 55 Har- wood Ave. S., for ‘Save the Last Dance’. Proof of age required for admission to this free PG 13 program. Call Sarah Dodge at 905-683-4000 ext. 802. Regional cancer centre boosted by $2.5 million GM Canada donates, pushing campaign closer to goal DDUURRHHAAMM –––– General Motors of Canada has donated $2.5 million to the Heroes of Hope Campaign in support of the new Durham Regional Can- cer Centre. “At GM, we believe it’s im- portant that if our cus- tomers, employees or their loved ones are faced with cancer that they be able to receive cancer care as close to home as possible,” said Michael Grimaldi, president of General Motors of Canada. “We are proud to be a con- tributor to the Heroes of Hope Campaign and the new Durham Regional Cancer Centre.” The cancer centre will pro- vide complete, comprehen- sive care and treatment in one location. Medical, surgi- cal and radiation oncologists and other healthcare profes- sionals will all work together, under the same roof, provid- ing a seamless delivery model of care for each pa- tient. Construction began in June 2002, with the opening anticipated for 2005. “Thanks to donations like GM’s, the new Durham Re- gional Cancer Centre will ad- dress the urgent need for in- creased local care by expand- ing existing services and adding radiation therapy to the services available in the region,” said Dr. Peter Dixon, chief executive officer for Durham Regional Cancer Centre. “With GM Canada’s gift of $2.5 million and its employee campaign, the Heroes of Hope Campaign has reached an impressive $30 million, bringing us much closer to our goal and the realization of a Cancer Centre right here in Durham,” said Don Blight, chairman of the Heroes of Hope Campaign. The campaign goal is ap- proximately $37 million. AAJJAAXX ——The Youth Centre is seeking new members. Enthusiastic individuals 18 years old and over who live or work in Ajax and Pickering are needed to volunteer as board or committee mem- bers. Individuals with experience in finances, fund-raising, human resources, community development and law are needed. Volunteers from every culture and nationality are encouraged to apply. The board of directors es- tablishes strategies and over- sees the resource manage- ment for The Youth Centre. The centre is a community health centre that provides medical, counselling and health promotion services to teens. For more information on what’s required, or to learn more about the facility, call The Youth Centre by Friday, May 2, 2003 at 905-428-1212. Youth centre needs community volunteers PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ——St. Mary Catholic Secondary School welcomes guest lecturer Dick O’Brien May 1. The professional speaker and human relations consul- tant discusses ‘raising the re- silient child,’ offering strate- gies to help children cope and adapt to change. The lecture runs 7 to 9 p.m. at the school, 1918 Whites Rd. in Pickering, just south of Finch Avenue. For more information call 905-420-7166. 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Presented by For more details visit our website premierconsumershows.com For exhibitor information 905-815-0017 or 1-800-265-3673 • Good Health Workshops & Seminars • Health Related Products & Services • Retirement Housing Pavilion • Retirement Travel & Recreation Options • Quality Lifestyle Products • Financial & Tax Saving Seminars • Travel Video Theatre • Second Career Workshop • Cooking Demonstrations • Live Stage Entertainment • 2nd Annual Talent Contest SHOW FEATURES: Sponsored by: Produced by: Free Shuttle Bus service from Islington Subway & Aberfoyle Road entrance starting at 9:30am every 1/2 hour 2FOR1 ADMISSION Bring this coupon for 2 for 1 admission May 2 or 3, 2003. Coupon valid on one day only. Not to be used in conjunction with any other promotions. Regular admission $5.00 per person. FIRST 200 ATTENDEES* WILL RECEIVE AN INSTANT BINGO TICKET FREE *must be 18 years of age or older GET YOUR HEART HEALTH ASSESSMENT PASSPORT FOR ONLY $20 KNOW YOUR HEART HEALTH Your passport will include the following clinical tests: • Cholesterol HDL • Diabetes Check • Blood Pressure • Body Mass Index • Physical Activity/Analysis • Effects of Stress & Smoking & Summary Consultation. Assessments take approx. 1 hour and will be scheduled on a first come, first serve basis. TTrraavveell &&TToouurriissmm FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 2003 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ TONY DOYLE, NEWS EDITOR, 905-683-5110 EXT. 254 Plant your butt in Paradise Smoke-free cruise ship the latest in growing trend It would seem ‘smoke-free casino’ is an oxymoron. Until recently, most people might have bet good money on that, considering it’s a pretty rare occasion when one can enjoy a cocktail in a smoke-free bar, nightclub or lounge — let alone in a casino where all around the world gambling and nicotine just naturally go to- gether. But there is an excep- tion. A policy of “no cigarettes, no cigars, no ashtrays, and no sec- ond-hand smoke anywhere” is at the core of the cruise experi- ence aboard the MS Paradise — and it’s a policy that is unusual indeed. The $300-million (US) Par- adise is the only totally non- smoking cruise ship in the world and upholding the in- teg rity of this claim is a chal- lenge taken very seriously by parent company Carnival Cruise Lines. Not even the construction crews in the shipyards of Helsinki were allowed to smoke when working on the vessel. In addition, every week the ship’s 2,052 passengers are asked to sign an agreement to abide by the rules, even on the open decks. Traditionally, cruise ships have not had too much difficul- ty containing the areas where passengers can smoke. If you choose any of the main- stream American-based lines for example, chances are you will not encounter second-hand smoke until evening in some of the clubs and at some of the bars. Restaurants are generally smoke-free and cruise advo- cates will tell you that the ratio of non-smoking areas has been increasing with every new ship. But for those who would like to go just one step further, it’s good to know that out there, cruising the Caribbean every day in a grand, luxury vessel that may be four years old now, but she still looks, feels, and smells, brand new. This season, passengers have the choice of exploring either the eastern, or the western Caribbean on itineraries that include some of the more exotic tropical harbours like Belize and Honduras. And for a glimpse at ship- board tone and style, imagine the atmosphere aboard Par- adise to be similar to most Car- nival cruises, one of cheerful, attentive service — in a plenti- ful fantasyland. The trademark decor of this cruise line is one that creates a larger-than-life playground for adults and children alike. You enter Paradise, for example, through an illuminated, sky- high atrium surrounded by grand columns and space age glass-elevator pods, enhanced by classical stone and ma- hogany fixtures. Interior de- signer Joe Farcus pinpoints the ‘grand era of ocean liners’ as this vessel’s overall fantasy theme, emphasizing the impact of the late 19th century world of style. At least 12 decks are config- ured into the 70,000-gross-ton Paradise with the top deck tiered to attract activities in the sun. Here, the Lido Deck draws everyone sooner or later. It is where you will spread out in a full-length deck chair, swim in the pool, relax in the whirlpool, partake in sports interests, or spend all afternoon on a Carni- val specialty: the giant water- slide. The recreation decks on Par- adise stretch the entire length of the ship, so you may even find a few private places to call your own. These upper decks also house the ship’s mammoth, 12,000- square-foot exercise club and spa. And it is true what they say: on a cruise ship you can literal- ly eat all day. On Paradise the choices are: 24-hour complimentary room service; dining room table ser- vice; a pool deck buffet, three times a day; the cake and coffee bar; plus round-the-clock deli sandwiches, a pizzeria, and of course, the midnight buffet. Then again, for most of us food quantity will not be the main attraction. Rather, it will be the food ‘ex- periences’ that really count — and that is precisely why Carni- val and most of the better cruise lines these days are so preoccupied with adding and subtracting dining options, so they can be sure, for every last passenger, they get it right. —— NNeewwss CCaannaaddaa ‘Passengers have the choice of exploring either the eastern or the western Caribbean on itineraries that include some of the more exotic tropical harbours like Belize and Honduras.’ A/P PAGE 30 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 25, 2003 www.durhamregion.com EEnntteerrttaaiinnmmeenntt FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 2003 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ TONY DOYLE, NEWS EDITOR, 905-683-5110 EXT. 254 Pickering baritone's concert will help other young musicians BByy MMiikkee RRuuttaa Staff Writer AAJJAAXX ----Somewhere in their Pickering home, Giles Tomkins' parents have recordings of their son, at age two or three, singing along to music on the radio. Fast-forward to 2003, and Tomkins is raising eyebrows and astonishing ears with his bass baritone voice. He's studying in the University of Toronto faculty of music's opera division, a graduate pro- gram leading to a master's de- gree. The 23-year-old Dunbarton High School graduate said he's always loved singing, and that his musical training truly began when he was around nine years old. "I was a boy soprano with the To ronto Children's Chorus and it was a great beginning in terms of developing my own musician- ship, learning to read music, get- ting a lot of good musical skills under my belt," Tomkins said. In both 2001 and 2002, Tomkins was awarded the $800 Lester Axdahl Scholarship Aw ard from the Associated Male Choruses of America (AMCA). He has performed as the guest soloist with Toronto's presti- gious Mendelssohn Choir, and was chosen to take part in the Oberlin College summer music program in Italy, studying and performing the title role in Mo zart's Don Giovanni and Bar- tolo in 'The Marriage of Figaro'. His biggest role to date was the lead in Figaro with the Summer Opera Lyric Theatre and Re- search Centre, which provides young performers with a chance to showcase their talents. It's not hard to guess what Tomkins' plan is for the future. "Just keep performing and singing," he said. "I'd love to sing opera around the world, that would be a dream of mine." When his performing career is over, Tomkins would like to be a voice teacher. Local music teacher Glenda Va rty has nothing but praise for Tomkins' talent. She also de- scribed him as "the type of young man who's going to be a great ambassador for Canada. "He has that wonderful inten- sity and his acting ability is in- credible." Va rty did Tomkins a good turn by introducing him to renowned pianist Boris Zarankin, who with his wife Inna Perkis, also a pianist, is the artistic director of the Off Centre Music Series at the Glenn Gould Studio in To r onto. After listening to Tomkins sing, Zarankin pro- claimed him a great talent, and the two have started working to- gether. A member of the Association of Registered Music Teachers Association, Varty, other ORMTA members and friends are raising money so Tomkins can record a CD with Zarankin. The proceeds from its sales would create a new music schol- arship for talented young Cana- dians. Tomkins is the first recip- ient. Ajax and Pickering music teachers and friends present Tomkins in performance this Sunday, April 27 at 2 p.m. at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 35 Church St. N., just north of Hwy 2, in Ajax. Zarankin will perform with Tomkins and with Perkis. "You can expect some German lieder, some from Mozart arias, including one of the Figaros, and some lighter fare, possibly some Rogers and Hammerstein," said Tomkins. Tickets are $20 each and avail- able at the door. Big debt to be settled in new film The following movies open in local theatres this weekend. CCOONNFFIIDDEENNCCEE DDiirreecctteedd bbyy JJaammeess FFoolleeyy SSttaarrrriinngg EEddwwaarrdd BBuurrnnss,, AAnnddyy GGaarrcciiaa,, DDuussttiinn HHooffffmmaann What Jake Vig doesn't know just might get him killed. A sharp and polished grifter, Jake has just swindled thou- sands of dollars from the unsus- pecting Lionel Dolby with the help of his crew, including two corrupt cops. But when one of his crew and Dolby are killed, Vig learns Dolby was an accoun- tant for eccentric crime boss The King. Never one to shy away from a challenge, Vig offers to repay The King by pulling off the biggest con of his career. The mark? Morgan Price, a banker with deep ties to organized crime. Vig has to battle his partners, Price's henchmen and an FBI agent to settle his debt. IITT RRUUNNSS IINN TTHHEE FFAAMMIILLYY DDiirreecctteedd bbyy FFrreedd SScchheeppiissii SSttaarrrriinngg MMiicchhaaeell DDoouuggllaass,, KKiirrkk DDoouuggllaass,, CCaammeerroonn DDoouuggllaass,, DDiiaannaa DDoouuggllaass,, BBeerrnnaaddeettttee PPee -- tteerrss Alex Gromberg is a man caught in the middle. Trying to avoid the mis- takes his fa- ther made while com- ing to terms with the ones he's already passed on to his own sons, Alex is navigating the tricky roles of father, son, and husband. Onscreen together for the f irst time in their careers, Michael and Kirk Douglas join their real-life relations in a story about the loving, frustrating, re- assuring, insane, and ultimately inescapable bonds of family. IIDDEENNTTIITTYY DDiirreecctteedd bbyy JJaammeess MMaannggoolldd SSttaarrrriinngg JJoohhnn CCuussaacckk,, RRaayy LLii-- oottttaa,, AAmmaannddaa PPeeeett,, RReebbeeccccaa DDee MMoorrnnaayy,, JJoohhnn HHaawwkkeess One night in the middle of the desert, a lone motel is isolated after all roads and phone com- munication are washed out in a violent rainstorm. Eventually a group of 10 stranded strangers congregate at the ramshackle motel and discover to their horror that they are being murdered one by one. Or they think they are. What is real might not be and as their unseen assailant methodically eliminates them, they frantical- ly look for connections to a jig- saw puzzle that is making a mockery of everything they know to be logical and sane. FFOORR FFUULLLL MMOOVVIIEE LLIISSTTIINNGGSS,, CCLLIICCKK OONN durhamregion.com Pottery deals spring up again DDUURRHHAAMM ----The Spring Pottery Show and Sale is coming to town. The Durham Potters' Guild in- vites the public to its 14th annual spring pottery show and sale Sunday, May 4 from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Ajax Kinsmen Heritage Centre, 120 Roberson Dr., in Ajax. The sale features works by guild members, who produce both func- tional and decorative handmade pot- tery. Also, there are door prizes and there is no GST. A percentage of the sales are donated to the Denise House Shelter and Support for abused women. There is no cost to enter. For more information, call 905-427-7097. Mission team bakes up sale PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ----A garage sale is being held Saturday, May 3 by a Pick- ering church hoping to raise money for its young adult mission team. The Pickering Pentecostal Church holds the sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1920 Bayly St., at Sandy Beach Road, in Pickering. More than 15 vendors are taking part, with both new items and crafts. Other features include a car wash, barbecue, bake sale, Krispy Kreme Donuts and a silent auction. For more information, call Dave Houlbrook at 905-839-5401. Greenwood talent shines tonight PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG –––– It's time for the Greenwood community to showcase its talents. The Greenwood United Church women present a community talent night April 25 at Greenwood United Church, Concession 6, west of West- ney Road. The event begins at 7:30 p.m. Don and his 'Beyond Reason' band plus solo acts, pianists and choral talent are planned. Food and coffee will be served. For more infor- mation, call Pat Beach at 905-683- 8513 or Sheila Brooks at 905-649-5911. Make time for a Dance Sunday AAJJAAXX ----Tee ns are invited to take a break. The Ajax Public Library's teen advisory council offers a movie mati- nee Sunday, April 27 at 2 p.m., in the Rotary Room at the main branch, 55 Harwood Ave. S. 'Save the Last Dance,' featuring Julia Stiles and Sean Patrick Thomas, will be shown. Minimum age is 13 for this PG13 film and proof of age will be required for admission. The show is free and refresh- ments will be served. For more information, call Sarah Dodge at 905-683-4000, ext. 802. Dustin Hoffman stars in ‘Confidence’, a new film opening this weekend that follows the story of a con man trying to pay off a huge debt to a crime boss. It’s a family affair for the Douglases, as three generations, Michael, Kirk and Cameron hit the big screen together in the new movie ‘It Runs in the Family.’ Arts in Brief APRIL 25, 2003 Music the bass of Tomkins' life GGIILLEESS TTOOMMKKIINNSS Pickering man in concert Sunday. Confidence shattered 905-426-6242 Located in Wal-Mart Ajax OPEN Mon. - Fri. 9 A.M. - 9 P.M. Sat. 9 A.M. - 6 P.M. Sun. 12 - 6 P.M. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 25, 2003 PAGE 31 P SSppoorrttss FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 2003 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ AL RIVETT, SPORTS EDITOR 905-683-5110 EXT. 250 IS FINALLY HERE! G LF SEASON GOLF & DINNER TOURNAMENT PKGS. FROM $50 CHURCH ST. AT BAYLY 905-683-3210 $345FROM PLUS GST AND PST MEMBERSHIPS ANNANDALE PLUS GRAT. GST AND PST CHOICE DATES STILL AVAILABLE EAST END SAINTS ROLLER HOCKEY 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Ajax Community Centre-Rink #1 905-426-1649 Registration Sunday April 27, 2003 LAST CHANCE A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo A sticky wicket? PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG –––– Ajaz Sayeed waits on the ball while playing a game of cricket at Centennial Park in Pickering last Sunday. Two area families get together for cricket and fun at the park each Sunday. Pickering juveniles all-Ontario champs PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG ----The Pickering Panthers juvenile 'AAA' rep hockey team slipped past the hometown Windsor Junior Spitfires in the final to claim the all-Ontario crown in Windsor re- cently. The Panthers were one of five teams to compete at the Ontario Hockey Federation (OHF) Juvenile Championships. The Ontario Minor Hockey Association representatives faced the Greater Toronto Hockey League's Scarborough Young Bruins and Humber Valley Sharks, the host Spitfires and the Ajax Knights, the other OMHA representatives. A shutout performance by Ryan Bosak propelled the Panthers to a 1-0 victory over Windsor in the champi- onship game. Sean Kostka scored the winner. The juveniles edged the Young Bru- ins 3-2 in the semifinal game. Mean- while, Windsor shaded the Knights by an identical 3-2 score to advance to the final. The Panthers finished in first place in round-robin action with a record of 2-1-1. Pickering started out against local rivals, the Knights, posting an 8- 5 victory. Next, the Panthers dropped a 4-0 decision to the Spitfires. Picker- ing played to a 3-3 tie with Scarbor- ough in Game 3. In the final round- robin tilt, Pickering downed the Sharks 5-4. Scoring for Pickering were Brett Carpenter, Mike Dawson, Andy Hop- kins, Kostka, Kevin Krasnowski, Dave Lewis, Chris Mayhew, Tony Mc- Mulkin, Paul Ruta and Michael Tantsis. Adding assists were Brad Minns, Carpenter, Steve Costa, Daw- son, Ryan Donnan, Hopkins, Kostka, Krasnowski, Lewis, McMulkin, Paul Ruta, Rocky Ruta, Ian Suginomori, Tantsis and Chris Thorpe. Other team members are BJ Bowles and Matt Richard. Doug Park coaches the team, as- sisted by Don Ruta. The manager is Herb Binns and the trainer is Bill Dawson Jr. Golf fund-raiser goes May 24 at Annandale AAJJAAXX ----A golf tournament next month in memory of an area sports booster will help raise funds for youth sports in Durham Region. The first Jimmy Walker Memorial Golf Tournament is planned for the Annandale Golf and Curling Club Satur- day, May 24. Registration is at 12:30 p.m. that day, with tee-off to follow. Walker, a longtime referee of minor hockey and football in the region, died of cancer last August. A group of f riends has organized the event in his memory to raise funds for the Durham Com- munity Foundation, which will help area youth enjoy hockey and football. The golf event runs in a scramble format in three f lights: ladies (four women), mixed (two men, two women) and open (four players). Prizes are awarded to the winning teams in each flight. There's a closest-to-the-pin competition, a longest drive event, a putting contest at the 19th hole and a silent auc- tion. There's also a hole-in- one competition sponsored by Michael Boyer Pontiac- Buick. Cost for 18 holes of golf, a cart and a hot and cold buffet is $100. For dinner only, it's $40. Annandale is at the corner of Church and Bayly streets in Ajax. For more information, call Ernie Brown at 905-428-9160 or Brian Desroches at 416-571- 0810. Memorial tourney tees off for young athletes Panthers turn back Spitfires The Pickering Panthers ‘AAA’ juveniles celebrate their all-Ontario victory. Final game features top two teams in league this season AAJJAAXX ---- The top two teams in the Ajax Men's Basketball League ended up squaring off in the cham- pionship final. ESN Packaging finished first in the league standings, while North Alliance Press was only one win be- hind. The teams did not disappoint in the final, as ESN prevailed by a narrow 48-44 count to take the title. The championship game was close all the way with ESN ahead by a single point at the half. North Alliance came out strong after the break to temporarily go ahead, but ESN, on some strong outside shooting, regained the lead. Top scorers for the champions were Craig Yakimishyn with 18 points and team captain Roger Young with 12. Tom Rowen engineered the victo- ry at point guard and Dave Lea- then was solid on the boards. Sherwin James had 14 and Pat Roach 10 in a losing cause for North Alliance. ESN advanced to the champi- onship with a close 42-40 semifinal win over Witty Insurance. ESN was once again led by Yakimishyn and Young with 16 points apiece. Witty 's top scorers were Clayton Gall with 19 and Ian Gogolek with five. Nor th Alliance defeated the Top Shelf Sports Bar in the other semi- final, 48-33. Roach and James led the way with 13 points apiece and Frank For de added eight. For Top Shelf, Dean Ronson tal- lied 11, while Don McEachern and Antonio Krupl scored eight each. Players in the league live in Ajax and Pickering. P PAGE 32 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 25, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Call for details on your size Balancing, Installation & Tire Disposal WHAT WOULD CONVINCE YOU TO BUY TOYO TIRES? TOYO TIRES® TIRES THAT FIT YOU.Westney Rd.Finley Ave.Ajax Tire Sales MonarchHarwood AveBayly St.Ultimate Tire Sale on Since 1973 369 Finley Ave. 905-683-5675www.toyocanada.com AJAX TIREAJAX TIRE 35% OFF35% OFF MSRP FREEFREE4 people & 2 carts $15000 (Reg. $20800) *Valid Until May 19th Inclusive * Coupon must be presented at time of purchase For tee off reservations please call. Reservations recomended 905-885-6487 or 1-800-346-5361 82 Victoria Street South Port Hope, ON L1A 3L6 WEEKEND SPECIAL •Book your own Tee Times up to a week ahead. •Tournament Sat. September 27 2003 at 4pm •$20 registration fee for ladies league. Golf Centre 560 Taunton Rd. W. Ajax (905)428-8479 Pickering Ball Hockey LeaguePBHL BALL HOCKEY Call to Register 905-839-9638 www.ballhockeygta.com A.J. Groen/ News Advertiser photo Ice award winners AAJJAAXX –––– The Ajax Skating Club handed out its hardware to deserving members recently. Winning awards were, in front row, Michelle Baboolall and, in back row, from left, Edbert Khong, Kylie Bracken, Florencia Her- rera and Kevin Shivnauth. ESN packages up close victory to claim men's basketball title PICKERING MEN'S BASKETBALL LEAGUE Results of games played on April 14, 2003 GAME 1 ‘A’ CHAMPIONSHIP The Base 69 vs. Envoy Business Services 53. TOP SCORERS The Base : Conrad Davis 41, Peter Dundas 12, Chris Stanley 10. Envoy: Peter Young 26, David Voth 9, Kari Elovarri 9. GAME #2 ‘B’ CHAMPIONSHIP Warwick Publishing 43 vs. Ell-Rod Holdings 28. TOP SCORERS Warwick Publishing: Reuben Defrance 18, Dave Bayliss 8, Ian Campbell 5. Ell-Rod Holdings: Steve Leahy, 10, John Esposito 7. ‘A’ Champions - The Base. ‘B’ Champions - Warwick. Scoreboard APRIL 25, 2003 AAJJAAXX ---- The Bank of Montre- al ended regular-season play on a positive note, depositing a 42-31 victory over Donlands Jewellers in Ajax Ladies' Bas- ketball League play Wednes- day night. The bankers took com- mand with their run-and-gun offence in the first half. Don- lands made a comeback at- tempt in the second, using some great outside shooting to keep it close, but couldn't close the gap. Por tia Vidal got the game- high 14 points for the bankers. Meanwhile, Lana Letourneau replied with 13 for Donlands. In the second game of the night, East Side Mario's and Select Food Products played a strong defensive game, with both teams restricting scor- ing opportunities. Select held a slim lead up until the final minute of the game when East Side scored a pair of quick baskets to pull out a 28- 27 victory and clinch the reg- ular-season crown. Engrid Carmichael John- son netted 12 points for East Side; Lori Lomberg scored 10 for Select. Players in the league live in Ajax and Pickering. DDUURRHHAAMM ----The YWCA is serving up a different kind of fund-raiser. The YWCA of Durham is hosting a fund-raising women's volleyball tourna- ment Sunday, April 27. Teams are required to have eight to 10 players and there is a $200 fee. Registration ends April 14. Register at the YWCA of Durham, 1 McGrigor St., in Oshawa. For more information, call 905-723-9922. Bankers deposit hoops win, but East Side clinches first Have a ball with this Durham YWCA fund-raiser FAX GAME RESULTS TO NEWS ADVERTISER General 905-683-7363 Sports 905-683-0386 Career Couns. & Resumes501 ELEMENTARY TEACHER re- quired for Blaisdale Montes- sori school starting Septem- ber. Must be Montessori trained, experience preferred, Fax resume to 905-509-1959. Careers505 CALL CENTRE Workshop Training at Durham College, Whitby. Get in at the ground floor in this explosive cus- tomer service industry. With our two-day workshop training program, and your full com- mitment and personal goals, the opportunities exist for ad- vancement in the ever-grow- ing "Call Centre" business. This two-day workshop will run: March 22 & 29th, Apri. 26th & May 3rd, June 14th & 21st. For info. 905-721-3340 or 1-800-816-3615 COMPUTER COURSES at Durham College. MICROSOFT CERTIFIED SYSTEMS EN- GINEER, MICROSOFT OFFICE, CCNA, A+, MCSA. Changing career path? Train at top rated Durham College in 100% in- structor led courses. Full/Part time available. Funding through EI/OSAP, WSIB to qualified. These certifications are highly sought after skills in today's IT environment. Call Colin McCarthy 905-721-3336. www.durhamc.on.ca General Help510 15 CUSTOMER SERVICE reps needed for work in bottled wa- ter industry. Ask about student scholarships. Make up to $500 weekly! Call Tina 905- 436-1691 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL,long- term temp, Staff Plus will be interviewing 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 30th, Whitby Iroquois Sports Com- plex 500 Victoria Street, Whitby. UNIVERSITY & COLLEGE Students. Local Company has 57 F/T positions in Cus- tomer Service and Sales. $14.75 base/appt. No exp. necessary. Will train. Schol- arships available/conditions apply. Call Monday - Friday 9am-6pm. 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BUSY salon and fulld ay spa requires immediately a SA- LON MANAGER/HAIRSTYLIST and also a NAIL TECHNICIAN/ ESTHETICIAN with a minimum of two years experience. Please call 905-376-8120. CAR CLEANER NEEDED for rental car location. Must be 21 years or older with valid driv- er's license and clean driver's abstract. If interested Call Jennifer at (905)477–2199, ext 222. CASUAL help wanted, Jack of all trades, roust about labour- er, license call before 2pm. 905-426-0582 ask for Max CONSTANTINE'S Independent Grocer requires part time garden center retail sales clerks. You should have knowledge of garden center products and be willing to work weekends, evenings and holidays, and in all weather conditions. Must be a team player and work well with the public. Please fax resume to (905) 831-6922. CLEANERS, EXPERIENCED light and heavy duty cleaners required for Oshawa, Whitby, Ajax and Pickering. Please call Bill after 5pm, leave mes- sage at 1-800-786-7559 CRUISE THE WORLD and get paid for it! $1,200 - $4,000 US/ month, free room/board. (613) 744-6209, (613)741-5801 COUNTER/COOK REQUIRED experience preferred for fish & chip restaurant. Apply with- in: Blue Ocean, 2200 Brock Rd. N., Pickering (2 blocks North of Hwy#2) COURIER DRIVERS required earn $600-$1200 weekly. Own car or van required. Knowl- edge of Toronto an asset. Call today (905)686–3506 DOMINO'S PIZZA is now hir- ing Assistant Managers & Managers. Salary positions available. Submit resume at 300 Dundas St. East, Whitby. DRIVER WITH FULL SIZE van needed immediately. Insert- ers needed to prepare flyers that are to be delivered in the Pickering area. Serious in- quires only (905) 427-7402 leave message. EXP. HOT TUB/POOL Installer and repair person needed im- mediately. Valid driver's license. Fax resume to 905-623-4577 EXPERIENCED LANDSCAPE PERSONNEL Interlocking brick, retaining walls, and stone cut- ting required. Call Access Lanscapding (905)666–6666, leave message FLORAL DESIGNER,full time, with fresh, full shop, sales and purchasing experience. Send resumes to: Lori's Hearts and Flowers, 199 Wentworth St. W. Oshawa, Ontario. LlJ 2P6. FRESH AIR,exercise and more. Suitable for students Call for a carrier route in your area today. 905-683–5117. FULL TIME Baker's Assistant night shift, apply with resume to Baker's Table, 227 Bloor St. E. Oshawa, or fax to 905- 435-0634. FULL TIME POSITION avail- able Duties include inventory control, sales assistance, warehouse help, delivery help. If you have good basic computer skills, some me- chanical knowledge, and wil- lingness to learn Call (905) 686-8529. Own transportation required. FULL-TIME COOK REQUIRED, Italian cuisine experience preferred. Call (905)428–9000 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 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 NATIONAL MARKETING CO. requires ambitious experi- enced sales reps for full or part time positions. Great Money Potential. To qualify must be sales oriented with good english communication skills. Car an Asset. Phone 905-427-7969 or fax resume to 905-720-1568 PHOTOGRAPHY. Manager for portrait studio, Oshawa. Ex- perienced in photography, sales a plus . Competitive salary + bonus. 647-293-3901. RMT & MAKE UP ARTIST re- quired. The Facial Place, Whitby/Pickering locations. 905-668–8128 STUDENTS!F/T & P/T posi- tions in Customer Service and Sales. No experience neces- sary. Will train. Great starting pay. Call Mon-Fri. 9am - 6pm 905-665-8568 or apply online www.summerworknow.com 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. INDUSTRIAL SEWING ma- chine operator needed. Ex- perience an asset. Please fax resume to 905-426-2160. WANTED 29 PEOPLE to lose weight safely and effectively. Doctor approved. Natural pro- duct. Free consuling. Earn ex- tra money. (416)631-3972 www.earnfortuneathome.com WANTED COOK (suitable for mature lady), Prefer Indian cuisine. Monday Wednesday & Friday in Pickering. Salary negotiable. call 905-839–3843. EXTRA CASH!!!! Simply pro- cessing grocery coupons PT/ FT. 1-800-279-0019 www.su- permarketking.com/3497 Salon & Spa Help514 UPSCALE & TRENDY West Hill salon has 2 openings: Ex- perienced Hairstylist and Ex- perienced Receptionist, both full time positions. For appt. call Rosario 416-281-2504. Skilled & Technical Help515 AC + HEAT PUMP Service + Repair Mechanic- Full-time position available. Licensed Mechanic with experience on residential heating + Cooling equipment. Top wages, benefit package, pension plan. Clean driving record, neat ap- pearance. Minimum 8 years service experience. Fax re- sume to (905)885-1108 or call (905)885–8216. Port Hope area. CNC Programmer/Setup Op- erator for brand new high speed Milling Machine. High precision mould shop in Pick- ering. Available immediately. Qualified people only. Reply File #865, Oshawa Whitby This Week, 865 Farewell St. Oshawa, Ont. L1H 7L5. EXPERIENCED mobile crane operators needed must have mobiles crane license #339A or boom truck operator with license #339C. Phone 1-800- 551-7155 or fax 705-939-2474 FRAMER AND LABOURER needed for work in Durham Region. Must have experi- ence and own transportation. Call 905-728-7012. WOODSHOP - Woodworker required for fast growing fire- place store. To work in the woodshop and in a production environment. Applicant should be competent with saws, rout- ers, and spraying ability an asset. Apply in person with resume to Fireside Corner, 25 Ritson Rd. N. (S.E. corner Bond and Ritson). (905) 571– 7244 LICENSED HVAC mechanic required for primarily industri- al and commercial work with some residential. Experience a must. Office location Ajax. Please fax resume to: 905- 683-5843, or send email to: DCIHeatingLtd@AOL.com LUKES WINDOWS & DOORS now hiring carpenter. Must have experience in finish trimming, installing windows & doors. Own transportation required, tools supplied. Full- time, local work. No sub-con- tractors please. Fax resume 905-723-1223 OIL FURNACE SERVICE/In- staller Full-time position available. Licensed and ex- perience on residential heat- ing equipment. Excellent ben- efit package + wages. AC or gas license also required. Clean driving record, neat ap- pearance. Fax resume to (905)885-1108 or call (905)885-8216. Port Hope area. SERVICE MANAGER required for progressive GM dealer building new image store in rural eastern Ontario. We're seeking a candidate with ex- perience who looks forward to building business. Fax re- sume 613-332-5412 ROOFING SHEET METAL In- staller. Local Company. Seri- ous inquiries only. 1-2 years experience. Must have own hand tools. Call (905)666–8594 TRACTOR BROKERS req'd Scarborough location Tandem day cabs, local work, full-time or part-time. Call 1-800-668-3427 LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION POSITION Landscape, paving, wall block installer required. Exp. only please. Send resume to: scoty@rogers.com or mail to: University Werks Landscape Construction 58 Queen's Rd. RR#1 Whitby, Ontario. L1P 1K3 $15.00/hr. Avg. Full Training Provided Managers Required Call Kim 905-435-0518 CUSTOMER SERVICE ORDER TAKERS EXPERIENCED COOK required for retirement home in Port Perry Please call (905)985-8660 or fax resume to (905)985-1881 AZ DRIVERS required for Scarborough location (Company drivers) 2 yrs exp. required Fax resume to: 416-292-9480 SUPERINTENDANT/ COUPLE For Oshawa apt. Must have skills in: • Repairs • Leasing • Administration Fax To: 416-485-7859 www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 25, 2003 PAGE 33 A/P 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.comCLASSIFIEDSFIND 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 8:00-5 p.m. Closed Saturday Career School of Hair & Nails A School that trains professionals Be a Professional Hairstylist Specializing in Foiling / Coloring Advanced Cutting & Styling Techniques Be a Professional Nail Technician Spa Manicure & Pedicure Acrylic Gel & Fiberglass The importance of Bacteriology and Sanitization Please call if you are interested in: waxing, threading, or nail technology for evening class Call (905) 576-3558 500 Career Training 500 Career Training 500 Career Training MEAT CUTTER Constantine’s Independent Grocer has an opening for a Full time Meat Cutter. Position includes shifts which cover a combination of days, evenings and weekends (including Sundays) RESPONSIBILITIES: *To cut meat in compliance with the store’s cutting standards. *To receive meat and check invoices ensuring quantity is accurate and quality of product meets with store standards. *To store meat on trays in an orderly fashion in preparation for wrapping. *To wrap and price meat on trays as required. *To clean the work area ensuring the sanitation of the department meets with store standards. *To follow the store safety procedures at all times. *To respond to any customer inquiries or requests maintaining courteous customer relations at all times. *Adhere to the store dress code. *Other responsibilities as assigned. QUALIFICATI ONS: *Must be a certified Meat Cutter/Butcher. *2-3 years previous experience cutting meat. *Able to stand for length of the shift (up to 8 hours). *Able to lift up to 50 lbs. *Demonstrated commitment to customer and employee relations. *Able to work as a member of a team and support the execution of team goals. *A valid driver’s license required and access to a vehicle. If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a resume in person at: Constantine’s Independent Grocer 1900 Dixie Road Pickering, Ontario L1V 1V4 We thank all individuals for their applications, however due to the volume of resumes received, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please no telephone calls. 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers Art & Technique Academy of Hairstyling and Esthetics Registered Diploma Program s Hairstyling (May 5) or Esthetics (April 21) Registered Certificate Programs Spa - Manicure/Pedicure Make Up Artistry Full Body Hair Removal Spa Facials (with the use of machines ) 15 Simcoe St. S., Oshaw a Esthetic s (905)728-738 3 Hair (905)576-047 9 www.artandtechnique.com Registered with The Private Career Colleges Act Private “Hands-on” Training Monthly Start Dates Limited Space Available Full or Part time Refresher Courses available for licensed Professionals Established 1980 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A CAREER CHANGE? is looking for an energetic, outgoing, professional sales representative to cover their Port Perry and surrounding markets. Competitive salary, car allowance, and commissions are offered. This individual must have previous sales experience, provide his/her own transportation, and be able to work both independently as well as with a sales team. Please reply in writing to: Metroland Printing, Publishing and Distributing Ltd. Advertising Manager Judy Pirone 16 Bascom Street, Uxbridge Ontario L9P 1M9 Fax: (905) 852-9341 email: jpirone@durhamregion.com Uxbridge Times Journal Port Perry This Week CONFIDENTIAL TO BOX REPLIES If there are firms or individuals to whom you do not wish your reply sent, simply place your application in an envelope addressed to the box number in the advertisement and attach a list of such names. Place your application and list in an envelope and address to: Box Replies. If the advertiser is one of the names on your list your application will be destroyed. PLEASE NOTE, resumes that are faxed directly to Oshawa This Week, will not be forwarded to the file number. Originals must be sent directly as indicated by the instructions in the ad. 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help TIER ONE AUTOMOTIVE SUPPLIER NEEDS QUALITY CO-ORDINATOR MUST HAVE:Automotive Mft. experience, Good computer skills, QS 9000 exper. This person is responsible for process audits, daily reporting to management, calibration system, creating & updating procedures for QS 9000, corrective actions, and performs various tasks as assigned by the Quality Manager. The ideal candidate will be given a competitive wage, qualify for benefits and participate in our Profit sharing program. All qualified applicants should forward their resumes to: 905-665-0418 510 General Help 510 General Help Office Help525 DURHAM'S LARGEST,In- surance brokerage requires a dynamic individual to act as our full time receptionist Can- didate must enthusiastic, well spoken and able to mutli-task. Experience an asset. Fax re- sume to 905-427–4615, atten- tion Laura FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT with a professional designa- tion is required for a minimum 2 month contract in the Whitby area. This a multi tasking role. Candidates must pos- sess a strong attention to de- tail and business acumen with the ability to prioritize and organize their work effec- tively. Apply in writing to: gpauling@sympatico.ca or fax to 905-873-7305. LEGAL SECRETARY - Full time position to start imme- diately. Experience in plaintiff personal injury litigation a must. Please fax resume to Lawrence A. Berg Q. C. (905) 428-3473. LEGAL SECRETARY for family practice. Must know Divor- cemate & P.C. Law. Reply with resume to 905-427-5374. Salary $37,000.00 plus, de- pending on experience. LEGAL SECRETARY/Assistant - Experienced in two or more of the following: Wills, estate admin. and litigation. Full time position with small specialist firm in Whitby. Fax resume to: 905-666-4873. Hospital/Medical/ Dental535 DENTAL ASSISTANT Level I or II and receptionist/office managers for progressive GP practice. Whitby/Oshawa area. Must be proactive, able to work independently, show initiative. Dental experience required. FT and PT positions. Excellent pay. Send resume to Dental Connections, Box #886 P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 DENTAL HYGIENIST,group with new well appointed tech. office requires full time hy- gienist. 401/McCowan area. Tw o evenings. Flexible, good clinical and interpersonal skills an asset. Fax Sophia (416) 296-1914. DENTAL RECEPTIONIST -new position. 3-4 days/week. Ben- efits available. Experience, Tracker knowledge & typing skills an asset. Must be a team player. Fax or mail re- sume to Dr. Fenwick, 40 King St.W., Suite#502, Oshawa, ON LlH 1A4 or fax 905-434-2357. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. DIRECT CARE WORKERS for developmentally handicapped kids and adults in group home. ECE, DSW, CYW, nurs- ing or current enrollment in related college program an asset. Full time and part time available. Training provided. Fax resume to 905-686-3112 EXPERIENCED DENTAL Ad- ministrator req'd full-time for Pickering practice. Must be enthusiastic, able to multi- task. Some evenings/Satur- days. Fax resume to: 905- 420-4056 REGISTERED MASSAGE ther- apists required for rehab cli- nic in Ajax. Hours are negoti- able. Some evenings re- quired. Fax resume to: (905) 428-8830. Hotel/Restaurant540 RANCH STEAK HOUSE Ajax, has openings for Breakfast Cook & Wait Staff, breakfast shift. Two years experience required. Call Harry 905-619– 2138 EXP. CHEF, SOUS CHEFS & Line Cooks required for busy golf club diningroom & snack bar. Fax resume 905-655- 3205 or email info@royalash- burngolfclub.com SECOND COOK required w/ experienced & must be de- pendable & reliable for Whitby Cafe. Days, no wknds, suit- able for semi-retired. Fax re- sume to: 905-420-5390 WAITRESS/WAITER with ex- perience required for fine din- ing establishment in Brooklin. Smart serve course required. Pepperberries Bistro. Fax re- sume to: 905-686-4462 Houses For Sale100 NORTH WHITBY,Bayfield ex- ecutive. 4-bedrooms, 3-bath- rooms, open staircase to basement, sunken family room, fireplace, ceramics, hardwood, skylight, CAC, CVAC, finished basement. OPEN HOUSE Sat & Sun Apr 26&27, 2-4pm. 59 Stratton Cres. $289,900. 90-668-8801. www.propertytrek.com id#6259 FAMILY SIZED 3 bed. home w/ double garage. 2000+sq. ft. Full basement, 2x6 Constr. - R20 Insl. Bright kitchen w/ large eating area. Sep. dining- room, 3 baths, sliding w/o from diningroom, oak stairs. Cozy fireplace in livingroom, main floor laundry. Prime lo- cation - Oshawa/Courtice bor- der!! $279,000. Call Sylvia af- ter 5 p.m. @ 905-436-9553. SOUTH PICKERING.De- tached brick bungalow, 3- bdrms, 2-bathrooms, 2 f/p, 2- kitchens, double drive, 6-car parking, 50x150ft lot, inground pool, walk to schools & Frenchmans Bay, minutes to 401/GO, new roof, h/w floors, upgraded main floor kitchen, $222,500. By appt 905-837– 3204 OWN IN PICKERING - this cozy 2 bedroom bungalow with mortgage payments as low as $850/mo. or build your dream-home on this great 50x135ft lot overlooking Frenchman's Bay or possibly sever property into 2 lots. Call now. James Ruehle, Coldwell Banker Case, 905-831-2273. PRINGLE CREEK WHITBY- Gorgeous 2400 sq. ft., 4 bed- room detached on 168' lot. Prof. finished basement with 5th bedroom, hardwood floors, main level laundry, jacuzzi and much more. $273,900. Call Robin 1-888-450-8301 to view. BOWMANVILLE, beautiful de- tached 3-bedroom house, 2- car garage, fireplace, CAC, large master w/ensuite and walk-in closets, professional- ly finished home theatre rec- room. $214,900. 905-697-2584 N. OSHAWA prime location, Taunton/Harmony. 873 hinter- land, New 3/4 bdrm. (built by owner), 4 pc. ensuite, 2 1/2 baths, open concept, hard- wood/ceramics/solid maple kitchen, over 2200 sq.ft. Call to view 905-429–2295 3 BEDROOM on a North Oshawa Court. 2 1/2 bath, fenced, fully landscaped pond. Patio with Arbor, finished basement, and much more, Call for an appointment to view. 905-571–2361 BOWMANVILLE 3-bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, open concept, large master w/ensuite, walk- in closet, near schools, garage, appliances included. pool-sized lot. $174,900. 905-697-1069 PICKERING, 3-BEDROOM John Boddy detached, Dixie/Hwy 2. Finished basement, wet bar, 2 full baths, family room, fireplace, 1900sq.ft. $262,000. (416) 885–1011 FABULOUS 4-BDRM 2,050sq.ft. Tribute home, Brooklin. Too many features to list! $265,900. Open House, Sunday April 27, 2-4pm, 25 Matthewson Pl. 905-655-4478 Out-of-Town Properties120 ESCAPE THE CITY move to the country with big city con- venience. Unique 48 acres, 3- hay fields, rolling land, pine & cedar trees, stream, building lot. unlimited water, old gold mine shaft. 10-minutes out of Madoc, (613) 473–2015, after 8pm. MONTAGUE,PEI summer re- treat or year round 2 storey home, 2 baths, large country kitchen, many renovations, large treed lot w/private back yard. Five minute walk to town marina. 15 minute drive to sandy beach at Pamure Is. 10min drive to 2 renowned 18 hole golf courses at Bredenell. $89,000 Phone (902)838-4532 weekdays after 6pm, anytime weekend. Pictures upon re- quest. snc Lots & Acreages135 P.E.I. TWO 10 ACRE lots on quiet paved country road. 7 acres clear, 3 wooded with brook 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 weekdays after 6 p.m., anytime on weekends. snc Indust./ Comm. Space145 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 informa- tion call: 905-623-4172 SEEKING - For Sale or Lease - I am currently working with a Professional, with a well es- tablished clientele, looking to buy or lease 700 to 1200 square feet of commercial/of- fice space with ample parking in Newcastle, Bowmanville or Courtice. If you have such a property please call Paul Eeuwes, Broker 905-243-4483. Celebration Realty Ltd. Realtor TOLL FREE 1-877-243-4483. Email:paeeuwes@trebnet.com 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 AWARD WINNING CANDY business for sale. Exclusive territory - Ajax, Pickering & Whitby. Good customer based. Call 905-706–3116 FABULOUS DOWNTOWN Port Perry location. Clothing busi- ness for sale with or without inventory. Call Larry 905-474- 9800 LAUNCH A HOME BUSINESS with Aromatherapy Pamper Me Spa and Natural Skin Care parties. Free kit, great com- missions, trips, full training and support. 1-877-393-8333 MARKET YOUR BUSINESS Opportunity to over 4.9 Million adults in Ontario with Metro- land Community Newspapers. Call today for information on weekly word ad rates - 416- 493-1300 ext. 335 Apts. & Flats For Rent170 A 3-BEDROOM Oshawa N. 2 bathrooms, corner unit, balco- ny, appliances, utilities, laun- dry, quiet building. $940/mo. available June/July 1st. 905- 436-9785. 1 BEDROOM professionally finished basement, Ajax. Ap- prox. 950sq.ft., very well lit, modern, open-concept, large windows, separate entrance air, parking, laundry, full bath- room+kitchen, sep. dining- room, office. Near amentities. No pets/smoking! $850 all in- clusive. May 1. Pictures http:// members.rogers.com/agpd/ apt . Call Bill 905-427-3909 1-BEDROOM BSMT quiet home, SE Oshawa; suits sin- gle non-smoker; parking, util- ities, basic cable, appliances included; no pets; immediate possession. $655/mo; refer- ences. first/last. 905-433– 1197 after 1pm. 2 APTS. - 1 bachelor June 1st $600; 2 bedroom, available now $900. Both neat & clean. No pets, no smoking, side en- trance. Parking. Brock/Major Oaks, Pickering. 905-686– 3877 1 BEDROOM ground floor apt. available May 1, $625+ hydro. First/last. Uxbridge downtown Brock St. No pets/ smoking. References. Call Sam 905-709-8152. 2 BEDROOM walkout base- ment apt. Includes applianc- es, parking. Available now. Westney/Hwy. 2. CAll (416) 712–1496 or 905-427-4625. 2 BEDROOMS, OSHAWA, newly renovated apartment. $825. Clean, bright. First/last. Shows beautifully. Call 9005- 576-0294 2-BEDROOM BASEMENT, Air conditioning, parking, laundry facilities, cable all included. Fenced back yard, Bowman- ville, $900/month, available immediately, no pets. Shelley 905-404–8669. OSHAWA CENTRAL 1-bdrm $595+ Clean, quiet, bright. No dogs, First/last, references required. Avail. May. Call 1- 416-899-3813. A GORGEOUS 2-bedroom ex- ecutive apt. Prime north Pick- ering location, sep entrance, private laundry, no smoking/ pets May 1. $1000-incl. www.upscalerentals.ca. 647- 280-4074. AJAX 67 Church St. Large 2 bedroom avail. July in clean, quiet building. $1000/mth in- clusive with parking. (905)426-1161 AJAX - HARWOOD/401 large 1-bedroom basement apt. fully renovated, fireplace, a/c, $750 +utilities. First/last, referenc- es. No pets/smoking. May 1. 905-509-2335 AJAX BY THE LAKE, sunny le- gal 1-bedroom basement apartment, separate walkout entrance, suit single profes- sional, includes parking for 1, all utilities+cable, 3 applianc- es, no pets/smoking. Avail. now, first/last $750/month. 905-619-0434 AJAX DELANEY DR.totally renovated immaculate base- ment apt, 2-bedrooms, 2- washrooms, 5-appliances, walkout, parking near all amenities, no pets/smoking, first/last/references. May 1. $950+. 416-738-5150 PICKERING/AJAX-COUNTRY setting, 1-bedroom, over looks pond, double-walkout, suitable for a quiet professional. Non- smoker. Available May 1/June 15, $700/mo. 905-428–7407 AJAX, BACHELOR basement apartment, immediate, suit mature single professional person, furnished, private bathroom, near all amenities, no pets/smoking. $525, nego- tiable. Westney South. 905- 428-6385. AJAX-3 Bedroom main floor. 4 appliances, 2-car parking, close to schools, shopping, transit. $1400 inclusive. Available June 1st. Mike wkdays 905-427-4077 ext 24, Evenings/wknds 905-442- 0020 AJAX- BAYLY/PICKERING Beach. Clean, quiet, 1-bed- room basement. Separate en- trance, stove, fridge, air, parking, cable, shared laun- dry. No smoking/pets. Avail- able June. First/last. $700+ utilities. Call Jen (416)738- 5663 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY. South Ajax, 1-bdrm, spa- cious, bright, newly renovated basement apt, 4 appliances, parking, separate entrance. $900 inclusive. Call 905-428– 6592 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, in Whitby Apt. building, spa- cious, carpeted, newly paint- ed, with balcony, close to bus, shopping, all utilities included, first/last required, no pets, 1- bedroom $800 2-bedroom, $900. 3-bedroom $1,000 Call (905)767-2565. AVAILABLE, WHITBY walkout, large bright one bedroom, parking, private patio, no pets. First/last, references. $750/ mo. Call 905-728–5514 BACHELOR APARTMENT, bright upper floor of single house. Private entrance. Close to Ajax Go station, parking available. June 1st. $750 inclusive. First/last. (905)619–9867. BAYLY/PICKERING BEACH - 2 bed. basement apt. 5-min. walk to public transit, free ca- ble, no animals, non-smoker. $900/all inclusive. 905-686– 0151 BEAUTIFUL Smoke-free one bedroom apt. available May 1st. in seniors occupied building, north Oshawa. $800/ inclusive. Call 905-723–7291 BROCK RD/401,new bachelor basement apart- ment in quiet home, separate entrance, parking, full bath- room, kitchen, air, first/last $700/month. No smoking, no pets. Available immediately. Suit single person. (905)427– 0886. CENTRAL PORT PERRY - Beautiful, new large bachelor basement apt. No smoking/ pets. Suitable for single per- son. First/last/references. $700 inclusive. Judith 905- 982–1161. CHARMING 2 story flat in large Victorian country home. Woodstove, picture window, porch, private entrance. Suit professional non-smoker, no pets. June 1. $975 inclusive. 905-655-8293 CLEAN 1-BEDROOM $770/ month, utilities included. Sim- coe and Mill area, small quiet apartment building. Call for appointment (905)579-9890. 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 EXCELLENT AREA near Osha- wa hospital. Large clean well kept 2 bedrooms. includes laundry facilities, fridge, stove. $750. plus utilities. Available June lst. Call Pat (905) 263–2228. FABULOUS TOP half house, must see, 1-bdrm., overlook- ing ravine, all inclusive, cable, no smoking/pets, suitable- couple/professional, $850./ mo, avail. June 1/earlier, 905- 438–8956 FINCH/WHITES RD 1-bed- room basement apt self-con- tained, private entrance, park- ing, utilities included. Avail- able May 16. $650/month. Call Harry 416-283–5463, Jennifer 416-283-6570 LARGE BRIGHT 2-BEDROOM APT. Lloyd St. Oshawa. Main and upper level of house over 870sq. ft. no dogs. $800+hy- dro/gas. Call 905-728-7006. BEAUTIFUL LARGE 2 bed- roombasement apartment, Rosedale Park, separate en- trance. Includes utilities, ca- ble, parking, backyard, wash- er/dryer, $975/month, May 1, non-smoker.(416) 579-9941. LARGE ONE-BEDROOM basement, new appliances, carpeting, etc, gas fireplace, laundry included. Separate entrance $850/month inclu- sive. Nice neighborhood, minutes to Whitby GO train. 905-665–4541 LIVERPOOL/BAYLY 2-bed- room basement apt., clean, bright, separate entrance. No smoking or pets. $800/month inclusive. First/last. Avail. May 1st. Call 905-420-7079 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 N.AJAX,May 15th, quiet, bright, 1-bedroom basement, private walkout. appliances, cable, 4pc bath, c/air, parking. No smoking/pets. First/last. $635 inclusive. (905)686– 4960. NEAR OSHAWA CENTRE, Cozy 2 bedroom apt. Bright, clean, available June 1st. Laundry fac., appliances, sep. entrance. $775/month/first/ last/references. Non-smoker. 905-665–9255. ONE & TWO BEDROOM apartments, in most beautiful adult lifestyle building. Avail. immediately. Stevenson & Rossland, Oshawa. Call 905- 579-3700, 905-723-1009. AJAX SOUTH - one bedroom very bright basement apt. Separate entrance, available May 1st. Kitchen, livingroom, diningroom, laundry facilities. On bus route, near shopping. $800+50% utilities. Joanne 905-619-2899 or after 6 p.m. 905-686-6801. ONE BEDROOM BASEMENT APARTMENT central Oshawa first/last required avail. Pri- vate entrance. June 1st, $575 month inclusive. No dogs. 905-404–0650. ONE BEDROOM MAIN floor apartment in charming reno- vated farmhouse in Courtice. 2 appliances, built in wall unit. Available June lst. $800 month includes heat and hy- dro. (905) 725-9991. OSHAWA - 2 BEDROOMS, new paint, new floors, carpet, near park, quiet street, park- ing, laundry, air, $795. plus utiltities. May lst. (416) 240– 0880 OSHAWA - OXFORD OFF MILL. One - Two bedroom apartment in quiet building. Balcony, living room, dining room, monthly rent $865, in- clusive. No dogs please. May lst. Call 905-721-2232. OSHAWA ADELAIDE/THORN- TON Lge 2 Bdrm Basement Apt. Laundry, cable, air 1- parking non-smoking/pets preferred. Suitable for quiet tenants. 1st/last, References. June 1st $890 inclusive. 905- 436-8802. 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,1-bdrm, bright, clean 2nd floor apt. Ritson/ Olive. Separate entrance, parking, utilities and cable incl. No smoking/pets. $750. Call 905-986–4889 OSHAWA, clean 1-bdrm.base- ment, Rark Rd.S., north of 401, Included utilities, parking, cable, laundry. Sep. ent., no-smok- ing/pets, $525/mo., first/last, Avail. june 1, 905-435–4663 OSHAWA, Mary St North. bachelor apt, in home, laundry downstairs, parking, available immediately, close to all amenities, $550 inclusive. 905-743-0542 OSHAWA, Available imme- diately. Clean new 1-bdrm main floor apt. Parking, 3 ap- pliances, basement storage incl. $700+hydro. Call (905)471-0995 OSHAWA, ONE-BEDROOM bsmt apt, great location, Ade- laide/Stevenson area. Park- ing, laundry. $650/month in- clusive. Avail May 1st. First/ last. Call after 4pm 905-579– 3371 OSHAWA,2 bedroom avail- able in small very clean quiet building, freshly painted, car- peted, update decor, parking included, laundry on site, $725 plus hydro. (905) 434–9844 OSHAWA/COURTICE border large 2 bedroom middle floor of triplex, clean building, ap- pliances, shared laundry. $975. Avail June 1. Condolyn Management 905-428–9766 PICKERING BASEMENT apt. Laundry/cable. 1 minute from 401, plaza within walking dis- tance, newly renovated, full kitchen, ceramics, non- smoker preferred. $680. Suits one person. 905-626-5882 Mike PICKERING - Brock/ Delbrook, 2 bed. basement apt., Sep. entrance, laundry, available immediately. $850/all inclu- sive. No pets/smoking. First/ last. 905-428–9823. PICKERING,Brock/Hwy#2, Bright, large, spacious 2 bdrm. Separate entrance, 4 appliances, avail. immediate- ly. No pets/smoking, $1000 inclusive. First/last. Leave msg 905-683–3365 PICKERING, Brock/Delbrook 1-bdrm basement. Clean, freshly painted, separate en- trance, 4 appliances, no pets, 1-parking, suit working per- son/couple. First/last, refer- ences. $795/month inclusive. May 1. James (905)619-2289, cell 416-991-2083. PICKERING beautiful bright new 1 bedroom basement apartment, hardwood floors, ceramic tiles, 4pce bath, great location, utilities included $850. Call 905-839-2885 PICKERING-NEAR PTC, Go Bus. Renovated, spacious 2- bedroom-walkout-basement, separate entrance, laundry, no pets/smokers, available immediately. $950/mo/all in- clusive. Suit couple or 2 sin- gle persons. 905-683-1870, Cell (647) 284-9202. PICKERING,1865 Glenanna Rd., 3 bedroom apts., close to shopping, schools, daycare, GO. 4 appliances, heating, air, carpeted, large suites. From $1100. Available May/June 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 $950+. Available June 1st. (905)420-9949. QUEEN SIZE 4-pc. bedroom set $500; dining set w/4 chairs, buffet glass hutch $900; coffee table, round glass top $60; 666–0123 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 SIMCOE/MILL OSHAWA Quiet building near shopping, trans- portation. Utilities included. 1-bdrm, immediately/June 1 $729/mo., 2-bdrm, May/June 1, $829, 3-bdrm, June 1st $929. 905-436-7686 until 7:30pm. SOUTH AJAX - IMMEDIATE. Large bright one bedroom bsmt. apt. Suit single working. Parking, laundry. No pets/ smoking. First/last/references $725 inclusive. 905-686–6773 SOUTH AJAX,Large 1-Brdm basement, very clean & bright, separate entrance, parking, cable, laundry. $750 inclusive. No smoking. Avail immediately. 905-427–6890 OSHAWA VERY SPACIOUS 2 & 3 bdrm. apts. Close to schools, shopping centre, Go Station. Utilities included. Senior Discounts Call(905)728-4993 AJAX Bright, clean, 1-bdrm bsmt apt, ceramic tiles, hollywood kitchen, carpeting, cedar bath. Sep. ent., near amenities, Avail. May 1st. $725 basic util. incl. Prefer single, non-smoker. (905)427–1416 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 34 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 25, 2003 www.durhamregion.com 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help Puzzled about your future? ENTRY LEVEL POSITIONS Some heavy lifting is required. If you have the flexibility to work days, some evenings, and Saturdays, and possess a valid drivers license, we want to meet with you! Please call for an immediate interview: Harwood Place Mall, Ajax, Tel: 905.683.2933, Fax 905.683.4055 or apply online to the address below www.rto.ca WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER? We offer a competitive salary, benefits, training, recognition programs, No Sunday work, and a "fun" environment. RTO Enterprises Inc. is Canada's leader in the consumer rental- purchase market with 130 stores across Canada. We are looking for energetic personnel to help manage past due accounts and provide customer service, delivery and set-up of furniture, appliances and electronics for our stores in Ajax and Oshawa. The missing piece is YOU! Set-Up Technicians You will ensure the timely and efficient set-ups of injection moulds, trouble shoot related processes and equipment and complete required repairs. You have a minimum of 5 years’ injection moulding or plastics related experience and thrive in a team-oriented environment. Please send your resume,in confidence,to:Human Resources,Horn Plastics Inc.,114 Industrial Drive, Whitby, Ontario, L1N 5Z8. F ax: (905) 668-3860. E-mail: hr@hornplastics.com No phone calls, please. We are a recognized leader in the custom injection moulding and assemblies business. The following opportunities are available at our new Whitby location. 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help HVAC company is looking for a SERVICE TECHNICIAN Applicants must have a gas-fitter 3 or 2 Certificate, clean driving ab- stract. We offer excellent wages, benefits, tools & clothing allowance. This is not a summer job, it is a per- manent full time position. All applicants interested please fax resume to: 905-683-0817 CASHIER/RECEPTIONIST Whitby Oshawa Honda requires an individual for Monday to Thursday 4:45 till 9 and Saturday 9 to 6. Duties: Switchboard, data entry and cash. Pay $7/hour. Apply with resume and references to: 1110 Dundas St. East Whitby or fax to: (905) 666-4571 Email: hondaone@idirect.com 525 Office Help 525 Office Help Chrysler dealership in Markham has a position available for an experienced We o ffer: • Great floor traffic • Aggressive renuneration package • Demo or car allowance Become part of our team!!! USED CAR SALES PERSON Please fax resume to: (905) 471-7682 Attention: Malcolm Reader or email to: malcolm.reader@markhamdodge.com 530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents Ballycliffe, "The Heart of Ajax" is a retirement lodge and a nursing home. Our staff is our strength! Join our team as we continually strive for excellent in care. RN/RPN's POSITIONS AVAILABLE Requirements: Interested applicants can submit their resume to: Ballycliffe Lodge 70 Station St., Ajax, Ontario. LlS 1R9 Attn: Director of Care Fax (905) 427-5846 Telephone (905) 683–7321 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 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 MANORS OF BRANDYWINE 45 GENERATION BLVD. APT 122__________________________________ Hwy. 401 & Meadowvale Blvd. 1, 2 & 3 bedroom suites available. Freshly painted with new carpets, blinds, and ceiling fans. Air conditioned, close to schools, shopping and Toronto Zoo. Call to view:(416) 284-2873 Email: brandywine@goldlist.com 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 540 Hotel/Restaurant 100 Houses For Sale 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent TAUNTON/SIMCOE, one-bdrm basement, separate entrance, parking, cable, laundry. No smoking/pets, suit single, $680 inclusive. Avail. imme- diately. Call 905-720-2210 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 WHITBY - Bright 1 bedroom basement apartment. Sepa- rate entrance. $650/mth. Call 905-665–7156. WHITBY - NORTH OSHAWA - OSHAWA. Whitby 2 bedroom from $795 plus hydro. North Oshawa 2 bedroom $850 plus hydro. Central oshawa 2 bed- room from $650 inclusive All locations in walk up apart- ments. includes parking, laundry facilities, lst/last, ref- erences required. (416) 818- 3886. AVAILABLE MAY/JUNE 1ST Whitby, Extra large one-bed- room basement, parking, pri- vate entrance, includes utili- ties/cable, $740/month. Refer- ences, no smoking/pets. Call after 6pm 905-430-9898 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, 1-BEDROOM base- ment apartment, separate en- trance, full bath, 1 parking, utilities included. $750/month. Available May 1st. No pets/ smoking. (905)666–3478 WHITBY, CLEAN bright 2- bedroom basement in triplex, parking, laundry, ideal for couple. $799 plus heat/hydro. June 1st. No pets. (905)665- 2513 WHITES RD.1 & 2 bedroom apts. Separate entrances. Walk to schools/daycare/gro- cery/bus stop/GO/401. $725 & $875 inclusive. 905-837-0337 Condominiums For Rent180 CASITAS AT Discovery Place, Pickering, spotless 3 bed- room condo/townhome in gated community. Steps to shopping, transit. 5-applianc- es, 2-parking/locker. $1600/ mo.+utilities, June 1st. 416- 452-6273. COLLINGWOOD, Cranberry, 3 bedroom, 3 baths, fireplace, fully equipped, ski season $6500. 905-294-6776. NEWLY RENOVATED - 3 & 4 bedroom condos, flexible oc- cupancy, laundry, parking in- cluded. First/last. Oshawa. $1050 & $1200 inclusive. Wayne (416) 284–6557 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 spectacu- lar results Great Rates. Call Ken Collis, Associate Broker, Coldwell Banker RMR Real Estate (905)728-9414, or 1-877-663- 1054, kencollis@sympatico.ca A DREAM 4-BEDROOM 2-1/2- baths, executive upper, prime north-Pickering location, double garage, 5-appliances, deck, LR/DR/FR w/fireplace $1800 after credit no smoking/pets. www.upscalerentals.ca 647-280- 4074 A ABSOLUTELY ASTOUND- ING 6 months free, then own a house from $600/month o.a.c. Up to $5,000 cash back to you! Require $30,000+family income and good credit. Short of down payment? Call Bill Roka, Sales Rep. today! Re/ Max Spirit (905) 728-1600, 1- 888-732-1600. AA 3 BEDROOMS in Oshawa 4 appliances, close to Down- town & schools. $1000+. First & last. Available May1st. 905- 721–0443 AAAA- HOUSES throughout Durham region from $1200- $4000 monthly plus utilities Available From May 1st. Call Garry Bolen, Associate Brok- er, Sutton Group Status Realty inc. (905)436–0990 or TO (905)428-8274. FOUR BEDROOM detached house in Oshawa. New hard- wood floors and paint, central air, detached garage all ap- pliances, available June lst $1200 per month plus utilities, first and last references. (905)-985–6575 leave mes- sage. HOMES FOR RENT $1075- $1200. Immediate availability. Best locations. North Oshawa, Hampton or Bowmanville! Call Rob 905-436-1336 COUNTRY BUNGALOW $1250+hydro or upper only $950+hydro Kendal, minutes to Oshawa Ski Club/Orono. Walk to Ganaraska Forest. Bright spacious clean. May 1. http://kendalontario.tripod.com 705-745-0730 NORTH WHITBY 3-bedroom main floor of bungalow, park- ing, large lot, quiet residential court, references, credit check. Avail. immediately. No smoking/pets. $1200+. ALSO double car garage avail. for storage. $200/month. 905- 655-0081; 905-666-0246 PICKERING- Brock and Finch, 3 bedroom upper lev- els, 5 appliances, garage parking, 1st and last, June 30th, $1350/inclusive. 905- 831-0951 Jeff. 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 Close to all amenities. 3-bedroom town- house 1-1/2 baths. 4 applianc- es, $1200+utilities. No smok- ing/pets May 1 - 416-458-7184 PICKERING, NEW 3-bedroom, 2-1/2 baths, detached, 5 ap- pliances, gas fireplace, ga- rage. Near Rec centre/PTC. Non-smokers, pets negoti- able. $1400+/month. Imme- diate. (905)649–1369. PORT UNION /401,raised bungalow, 3+1 bedroom, ap- pliances air, hardwood floors, no smoking/pets Avail. $1400 plus. Condolyn Management 905-428–9766 SMALLER OLDER HOME on busy street in industrial sec- tion of whitby. Available June lst. (905) 668–6611 WHITBY 3-BEDROOM house, 2 cars, & garage, $1195 plus oil & hydro. No outdoor maintenance. Avail. May 1. 905-655-4623, 905-925-3945, 416-269-5449 WHITBY, 4YR OLD TOWN HOME, 1700sq ft, 5 applianc- es, c/a, fenced yard, close to 401/GO/mall, no pets. $1350+ utilities. Avail. May 1st 905- 721–0260 Townhouses For Rent190 CARRIAGE HILL - 122 COL- BORNE ST. E., OSHAWA - 2 & 3 bedrooms available. Close to downtown and shop- ping. 4 appliances, carpet and hardwood flooring, close to 401 and GO. Utitlles included. (905) 434-3972. www.realstar.ca OSHAWA, CLEAN 3 bedroom townhouse, appliances, fin- ished rec-room, close to shopping, $1200 per month, plus utilities. June 1. Call 416- 402-3184 OSHAWA, large 3 + 4 bed- room townhouses with garage +fenced backyard. Some with 1-1/2 baths, from $1075/month +hydro. Close to GO +all amenities. Call 905-571-0435 SPACIOUS 3-BEDROOM townhouse with garage in North Oshawa. Available im- mediately. $985/month plus utilities. First/last required. Call (905)404–0070 TAUNTON TERRACE - 100 TAUNTON RD. E., OSHAWA 3 bedrooms w/without garage. 3 appliances, hardwood floor- ing Outdoor pool, sauna, Children's playground Close to all amenities. Fenced back- yards. 905-436-3346. www.realstar.ca WHITBY - BEAUTIFUL 3 bed. townhouse available May 1st. Easy access 401/schools/ shopping, laundry fac., fenced backyard, attached garage, First/last/$1275. 905-431- 7190. Rooms For Rent & Wanted192 2-ROOMS ALL FACILITIES in- cluded. Close to Pickering GO. Close to all amenities. Mature working male, small room $350, large $450, 905- 839–2016. AJAX -FURNISHED ROOM includes parking, cable, share facilities, separate en- trance, non-smoker, first/last, $425/month inclusive. Avail. Immediately. Call 905-427- 6932. AJAX HOUSE - Bright room for rent, $450 inclusive. Shared kitchen and bathroom. Available Immediately. 905- 428-3996. Ezio. AJAX, PRESTIGIOUS LOCA- TION,unfurnished room, suit mature professional. No pets, no smoking. Available imme- diately. $500/month. Call (416)276–3338 FULLY FURNISHED rooms for rent, Ajax. $450/month inclu- sive, first/last and $200 dam- age deposit required. Clean responsible tenants. Call 416- 677-9681; 905-686-1702 FURNISHED NON-SMOKING bedroom for rent in Oshawa. Cable, laundry included. shared kitchen, bath, Parking student or professional pre- ferred. Call (905) 728-5685. HARMONY/ADELAIDE Large bedroom in spacious town- house. Includes cable, laun- dry, community pool, air con- ditioning. Available Imme- diately $500/mth. 905-728– 3966. AJAX - 2 NICE CLEAN rooms $350/monthly. Available im- mediately. Call (905)427- 6106. NORTH WHITBY, room avail- able May 15th, lst /last. No smoking. Females preferred. For more information call (905) 665-6267 after 4:30 p.m. Ask for Shirley. OSHAWA Furnished room with kitchen & private en- trance, parking. Working gen- tlemen preferred. No smok- ing/pets. $100/week. First & last. (905)434-7532 or (905)579-0596. PICKERING / 401 - Room in quiet, clean house, close to amenities, suit respectable lady. Cable, fridge, share other facilities. Available May lst. lst/last references. $425 in- clusive. No pets/smoking. 416-738-5150 2 ROOMS FOR RENT in North Oshawa townhouse available immediately. Laundry, use of home & cable included. Call (905)721–8443 ROOM with own bathroom, and fridge, share kitchen, $500, suits professional or student. First/last/non- smokers. Available imme- diately. Westney/Delaney Ajax. Near amenities. 905- 619–8799 Room & Board Avail/Wanted193 BASEMENT BEDROOM in- cludes board, TV, phone, parking, laundry facilities, share bath w/1, suit working male. $600/month first/last. Avail. May 1. 905-831-8466 Shared Accommodation194 AJAX BEAUTIFUL new home to share. Suits friendly re- sponsible female (preferred). No pets, no smoking $500/month plus shared utilities. Immediate, first/last/ref. 416-835-1090. FURNISHED walk-out base- ment or furnished room. Suit- able for hydro or responsible retiree. Whitby, close to 401. Avail immediately. No smok- ing/pets. 905-665–6463 NORTH WHITBY, new 3-bed- room townhome to share with owner. Private bath +bed- room. Share livingroom, kitchen +laundry. Available immediately. $500 inclusive. 905-666-6669 PICKERING BEAUTIFUL new home, share bathroom with one, cable in room, use of kitchen and laundry, $450 in- clusive. lst/last, near Picker- ing Town Centre. 905-683-6877 WHITBY luxury 2 rooms, own bath, parking, laundry, in- ground pool, cable, internet. $600/first and last. On bus ro- ute. 905-665–1905 WHITBY, 3-BEDROOM apart- ment to share in adult build- ing. Cable, hydro, laundry, parking, bus. $500/month. Available immediately. Dave (905)430–2344 AJAX/PICKERING, Share house w/2 other working males. Finished Recroom, laundry, all appliances, park- ing, $425. Avail. immediately. 416-804-4867, 905-420-0081 Vacation Properties200 GREAT FISHING and family holiday on Rice Lake. One hour from Oshawa. Modern cottages. Sandy beach, play- ground, children's programs. Available May thru September Family prices. (705)696-2601 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. Photos shown in your home. $275 weekly (less than motel) (905)683–5503. Cottages For Rent209 FENELON FALLS 3 Bedroom cottage, recently renovated, quiet clear waters, great sun- sets, TV, VCR, BBQ, mi- crowave & much more. 905- 623-7496 snp FENELON FALLS,Sturgeon Lake, private lakefront 3-bed- room modern cottage, all conve- niences, cable. No pets. $600/ weekly. Call (905) 623-7637. SCENIC BANCROFT on quiet, safe lake, 3-bdrms, 3pc bath (shower), fully equipped new- er kitchen, sleeps 8, gas BBQ, lakefront deck, no stairs to sandy walk-in waterfront, great for children. 905-428–6829 WOODLAND ESTATE Cottage Resort - Cottages available for May long weekend, June and some summer vacancies. Taking fall bookings now. Ex- cellent fishing on scenic Lake Seymour. Boat rentals, rea- sonable rates. www. woodlandestate.com 705-653- 1317 Recreation Vehicles212 CAMPER TRAILER, 2002 Pal- omino, fridge, cooker, awning, add-on sunroom, sleeps 6, like new only used twice. $7000. 905-579–2749 Campers, Trailers,Sites215 1994 8' DUTCHMEN Tent- Trailer. Propane heat with thermostat, stove, dinette, wa- ter, electrical hook-up. Great condition. 4,300 obo. Call 905- 982-0618 2002 KEYSTONE Montana 328ORL Big Sky 5th wheel luxury trailer, 3 slides, island kitchen, steps up to bedroom, bathroom and separate show- er. Like new, hardly used. Paid $68K+ new. Best reason- able offer. (905)683–3063 FLEETWOOD TENT TRAILER, sleeps four, good condition, $800 OBO. 905-885-6863. 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. NEW PARK -RICE LAKE Large seasonal 10 new sites. Pool, beach, docking, rec. hall. North Lander Trailers for sale, Park Model rentals weekly. Call (705)696-3423. Website: www.dreamlandre- sort.on.ca Boats & Supplies232 JOHNSON 3 cylinder out- board motor, earlier model, oil injection option, good condi- tion, $2,000 obo. 905-985- 8615. Resorts Camps235 Bargain Centre309 1/2 PRICE SPECIAL on all types custom-made draper- ies, embroidered tablecloths, runners & bedspreads. $5.00- $100. 905-683–5610 MOVING SALE - Black Bunk Bed w/futon - $200, 2 dining room sets one w/4 chairs, one w/6 chairs - $200 each. 905- 421–0139. SOLID TEAK dining room table with leaf, 6 chairs, 7 ft. buffet, $400 or best offer. Call (905) 427–9460 Articles For Sale310 CARPETS - lots of carpets. I will carpet 3 rooms ( 30 sq. yd.) Commercial carpets for $319.00. Residential or Berber carpets for $389.00. Includes carpet, premium pad, expert installation. Free, no pressure estimate. Norman (905) 686- 2314. 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. 15 FOOT ABOVE GROUND POOL - Pump, filter, ladder and cover $600. Call 905-430– 4703. POOL - 18' DIAMETER X 4' DEEP pool c/w pump, filter, cover roller and custom built deck. Best offer. Call (905) 839-4958. 3PC LEATHER SOFA SET, new, value $4000 must sell $2000. Bedroom set, value $5000 must sell $2500. Call (705)436–7947 4 DRESSERS $45-each, sofa $95; maple endtables $95; table & chairs $45; wall unit $30; solid oak animal cage $265; sofabed $275; 5-pc oak bedroom suite $795; antique dresser $375; Columbia gramophone $450; brass bed $450; antique large sofa table $695; Many prints, paintings, lamps & many more items. Bowmanville. Call 905-697– 3532 52" RCA Big screen tv with man- uals and 5 year warranty. Guide- Plus, Picture-in-picture Bought 9 months ago. Asking $1,750. Telephone (905) 665–8208 A KING pillowtop mattress set, New in plastic, cost $1600. Sacrifice $650. 416-746-0995 PIANOS/CLOCKS Scratch & Dent Sale on all Roland digital pianos, Samick pianos. All Howard Miller clocks. Large selection of used pianos (Yamaha, Kawai, Heintzmann etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental payments apply. Call TELEP PIA-NO (905) 433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! 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 ser- vice. Durham to Northumberland area. SAILLIAN CARPETS 905- 242-3691 or 905-373-2260. AA BIG MOVING SALE!Items from A-Z. Email for full list at soldd@sympatico.ca or fax 905-743-9900 (Oshawa) 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. Large selection of appliances. Visit our show- room. Parts/sales/service. 426 Simcoe St.S. Mon-Fri 8- 6pm, Sat 9-5pm, Sun 11-4pm. (905)728-4043. ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. Amazing Electronics, 601 Dundas St. W. Whitby. Call (905)665–7732. ANTIQUE Claw Foot bathtub, good condition with chrome shower/tub faucet, shower- head and curtain rod. Please call 905-432-2649. AUTO PARTS/ accessories including GT wings, shift knobs, Glow pedals, Alteeza lights, LED under car kit, air filters, gages. (905)621-6084 AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT for sale. 1 snap-on oscilloscope, scanner, & vantage. Call 905- 431-6337 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 brand new maple hardwood floor, 280 sq. ft. 31/4 inch, 20 year warranty, stain finishe Value $l,750. Asking only $850. plus taxes. Call (905) 438-0022. 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 underpad and installation. Laminate $1.69sq. ft. Click System. Residential, commercial, customer satisfac- tion guaranteed. Free Estimate. Mike 905-431-4040. CEDAR LUMBER for fences, decks. All sizes, dry, dressed as needed, delivered. Great prices. Call toll free 1-866-448-4477 PENTIUM III computer 128Mb ram, modem/CD/sound/video, kbd/spek/mouse, 15" monitor. Amazing deal $350. Can de- liver. 2-man fiberglass hottub, like new $1500. 905-439-4789 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 experience, we love doing upgrades & diffi- cult 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 SOFA & CHAIR, 3YRS, $375; 3pce. black leather livingroom set $750; 36" TV w/stand 1yr $800; Oak dining table, 6 chairs, buffet+hutch $1400; girl's white wicker bedroom set $400; ant. oak table $400; set 6 Victorian chairs $100/ each; washer $150; dryer $150. 905-260-2200 DININGROOM 13 PCE cherry, 8 chairs. Buffet, hutch, server, dovetail construction. Still in boxes. Cost $11,000. Sacrifice $3000. (416)746-0995. FILING-CABINETS from $39.99; lateral cabinets from $99; 4x8 glass island $299.99; Mirrored showcase with lights and storage $699.99; large boardroom table $999. Office chairs from $19.99+up. Van seast from $50. 905-668–0800 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. GUITAR AMP - Fender Blues Deluxe Tweed ReIssue, 50 watt, 2 channel, like new $550. Call 905-435-0747. 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 MOTHER-TO-BE & Baby Things - Maternity Wear in excellent condition (dress and casual wear), 0-2 years; name brands, mainly girls clothes (some baby boy), snowsuits, dresses, shorts and T-shirts, sweaters, etc. ALSO, EvenFlo playpen, Fisher Price bed and more. 905-885-6863. MOVING SALE - 2 loveseats, chair, ottoman, 5 cushions. Very pale green and beige ta- pestry - $l,500. 3-piece wll unit, high-gloss dark maroon lacquer, glass brass - $800. Call after 6p.m. (905)576-2515 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, YAMAHA Clavinova, dig- ital, full size, adjustable touch metronome cover, bench, digital recorder, Rosewood finish, MIDI. $950 or best offer. (905) 831–2596 PIANO TECHNICIAN available for tuning, repairs, & pre-pur-chase consultation on all makes & mod- els of acoustic pianos. Recon- ditioned Heintzman, Yamaha, Mason & Risch, & other grand or upright pianos for sale. Gift Certificates available. Call Barb at 905-427-7631 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com Visa, MC, Amex. PLAYSTATIION MOD CHIPS, Play backed-up and foreign ti- tles. PS1 Chip: $65. PS2 Chip: $95 (vs 1-4), $200 (vs 5-7). XBOX Chip: $200. All work guaranteed. Inquire about our list of used games. North End Oshawa. (905)924-2097 RENT TO OWN new and re- conditioned appliances, and new T.V's. Full warranty. Pad- dy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798-5502. SATELLITE SALES and serv- ice. Find signal $40; Full in- stallation $120. Installation Kits $40. For great prices call 905-426-9394 Ajax. SKI-DOO (440 eng) $200; Re- cliner $50; full-sized washer/ dryer; Fostex dat machine hardcase w/remote. Call 905- 435-9544 snp STORAGE TRAILERS AND storage containers, 24 ft. & 22 ft.. Call 905-430-7693. UTILITY TRAILER, new box & rails, 6ftx9.5ft. inside, 13" wheels. $500. Call (905)432- 3600 WASHER & DRYER,Ken- more, Extra capacity, heavy duty. 4 months use (Moving) $700/pr obo. 905-725-3089, cell 416-879-2234 WASHER- HOTPOINT heavy duty; dryer, electric, Concept II 3-cycle. $250/pair. 905-426– 6113 Vendors Wanted316 17TH ANNUAL Bowmanville Home Show, May 2, 3 & 4. Vendors wanted. Call Steve 905-987-2236 ARTISTS / VENDORS / MUSI- CIANS / ARTISANS Wanted for Uxbridge BIA town celebra- tion. Event 'One Fine Day in May' Saturday May 10th all day. For info call BIA: Barb 905-852-1732 or Shanie 905- 852-9346 VENDORS WANTED for Apple Blossom Street Fair in Col- borne May 24 & 25. Further information call 905-344-7000. Pet, Supplies Boarding370 BICHON FRISE PUPPIES,vet checked, dewormed, micro chipped, ready to go. $700 (for pets); $850 (with papers). Call Eileen 905-623–9971 Bowmanville. CKC REG LAB PUPS. Black, yellow, males/females. Micro- chipped, dewormed, 1st needles, vet checked. 7 weeks old. $600. Oshawa. (905)576–7126. FREE TO GOOD HOME, 1-1/2 year old male rotti/lab/Australian Sheppard mix. Neutered, crate trained, house trained. Up to date vacc., needs lots of attention. Room to run. Call (905)723- 1946 GOOD HOME WANTED,Staf- fordshire Terrier, 5 months old, all shots, male, friendly, some training, crate included. Price negotiable. (416) 531- 7285. I'M ONLY 21/2 yrs. old and looking for someone to adopt me (free). I'm a beautiful black domestic female kitten. I'm spayed, de-clawed and looking for a quiet home. I'll bring my own covered litter box and by the way, my name is Hazel. You can leave a message for me at 905-442- 0575. NEED A BREAK...a vacation? Don't board your pet we care for your pet in your own home. Call (905)839–7853 PUPPIES, Shitzu, Doberman, Pomerianian, Cocker Span- iels, Pit bulls, Toy poodles, Schnoodle, Mastis, Pekin- gese, Husky-reg'd., Chows. Kittens Tabbys, Himalayans. 905-831-2145. PUREBRED POMERANIUM pups, 1 male, 1 female, ready to go. Call (705) 878-7066. TSURO DOG TRAINING - real training for real dogs. 905- 797-2855, Oshawa 905-432- 8318. www.tsurodogtraining.com Cars For Sale400 1984 CAMARO Z-28 High Output 305, loaded with op- tions, 121,000-km, stored all winters, paint original, abso- lutely no rust. Car is mint & must be seen & driven to ap- preciated condition. Certified & e-tested. Asking $8500-obo 905-576–8803 1989 CHRYSLER DYNASTY 6- cyl. automatic, white w/bur- gundy interior. Good condi- tion, rides nice, certified/ emission tested. Power door locks, cruise, tilt, asking $2400. 905-404-0540 1989 NISSAN SENTRA, 4 door, automatic, runs well, can certify or as is. Best offer or will accept what have you as trade. 905-404-8695 1992 MAZDA PROTEGE 4- cylinder, 5-speed 4-dr. sedan, power sunroof, power remote mirrors, certified/emission tested, hard to believe that this car has 300,000-kms on it. Asking $2400. 905-571- 5138 1988 DAYTONA SHELBY in- ter-cooled turbo, 5-speed, viper- blue, loaded, t-top, 155kms, Asking $3300. 905-626–4279 1992 FORD ESCORT LXE, 5- speed, certified, 150,00kms. Great running condition. $1500 o.b.o. (905)668–2137. 1992 SUNBIRD SE,auto, 4-dr, 113,000 original kms., $2,700 certified & e-tested or $2,200 as is. Call 905-668–9151 1995 TAURUS WAGON, 6 cy. automatic very good condi- tion, green, air, extra rear seat, certified-$4,000 or $3400 as is. 705-340-5550-Lindsay 1996 HONDA CIVIC SI,2 door, 5 spd, a/c, cruise, p/w, power sun- roof, 100,000K, certified, e-test- ed. Asking $10,700. Call 905- 767-2807 ANGLER'S DREAM Pickerel, Pike, Bass & White Fish Full Accommodations Boats, Motors, Baits Espanola Area on Lake Agnew For Brochures ~ Gerry-905-697-1964 Lodge information~ Jan -705-869-2239 3 Bdrm TOWNHOUSE a/c, schools, daycare, very clean, no pets/ smoking $1400+ Church to Delaney to Thorp Cres, Ajax Open house April 27 -- 1-4pm 1-905-773-1845 1st Time Buyers Why rent when you can own? Free list of homes available with no money down, under $1,300/mnth. Free recorded message 1-877-551-0177 ID#1051 Sutton Group Omega Realty Inc. 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. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 25, 2003 PAGE 35 A/P COME ANTIQUING THIS WEEKEND AT ANTIQUE DISCOVERIES! 2 Partial estates have arrived Oak hall bench, oak curved glass china cabinet, oak mantle, mahogany and walnut b/r sets, mahogany dining set, china cabinets, buffets, multiple sets of chairs, sofa tables and small tables, cornflower, silver overlay and depres- sion glass, fine china and more. We've expanded, our second floor is now open. Come and visit us in Pickering Village & enjoy 10 - 25% off all glass, china and furniture this weekend only! ANTIQUE DISCOVERIES 78 Old Kingston Rd. Ajax (Highway #2 near Church) Sat. 10 - 5, Sun. 11- 5, (905) 683-8243 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale Sam pl e 761 McKay Road, Unit #1 Pickering, Ontario L1W 3A3 Phone: 905-619-209 3 Fax: 905-619-3366 View: www.shedman.ca • Gable • Barn • Cottage • 5-Sided • Garage PUBLIC AUCTION B.I.D. AUCTION SERVICES OUTSTANDING AUCTION NOTICE EVERYTHING MUST BE SOLD - DIRECT FROM THE MFG. ESTATES * LIQUIDATIONS * CONSIGNMENTS * * HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE * DINING ROOM SUITES * BEDROOM SUITE * COLLECTIBLES * MAJOR ART COLLECTION * 52” BIG SCREEN TVS * GOLD & DIAMOND JEWELLERY * D É COR & ACCENT COLLECTION * SPORTS MEMORABILIA * OAK FURNITURE * SILVER JEWELLERY * HOME FURNISHINGS * LEATHER SOFA SET * AREA RUGS ** DVD * CATALOGUE SALE - WILL BE SOLD IN DETAIL WITH NO BUYERS PREMIUMS BY: SUN. APR. 27 AT 1:PM (PREVIEW 12:NOON) THE AJAX COMMUNITY CENTER 75 CENTENNIAL RD. AJAX (South of hwy 401) ( Watch for signs) OVER 1000 ITEMS TO BE SOLD JEWELLERY Large selection of ladies & gents 10 - 14 kt gold diamond and genuine stone rings, Earrings, bracelets, designer watches, pearls, pendants, Sterling silver etc. COLLECTIBLES Wildife figurines, Tiffany Glass Lamps, Limoges Vases, Eggs, comports, Jade Gemstone World globe, clocks, décor accent items, Satsuma, Chinese ancient artifacts, Bronze Statuary, Original Oil Painting Accents, iron mailbox, Garden Sculptures, Cast iron toys, Cranberry glass, Various sculptures. FURNITURE Consoles, mirrors, hall tables, phone bench, occasional tables, dining table & chairs, china cabinets, Oak Dining table & chairs, vanity & stool, tables, Mermaid glass top table, Consoles, trunks, Bar Sets, tables, selection of iron accents, quilt stands, ferns tables, washstand, Wine Bar, Nostalgia, Modern, Chippendale, Queen Anne Influence Dining Room Suites, Marble top consoles, Clocks, Queen Sleigh Bedroom suites, Dressing Mirrors, Wine Cabinet, Storage bench, etc. GENERAL ITEMS Limited edition art of The Group of Seven, accent & décor art, Port Stereos, cordless phones , framed sports memorabilia; Grand Foyer Mirrors, and various accent sizes, all from Italy with Museum frames. Cast iron accents, Electronics, phones, Stereos, CD, DVD, Original Gerardo Collachi Fresco Framed, (Museum Collection) A. J. CASSON Artworks. NO BUYERS FEES OR PREMIUMS* ARRIVE EARLY - LIMITED SEATING Terms: Cash, Visa, MC, Interac, as per posted & announced, additions & deletions apply. Information: call - 905-940-0713 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions170Apartments & Flats For Rent 185 Houses For Rent 190 Townhouses For Rent 194 Shared Accommodation 309 Bargain Centre 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale 370 Pets, Supplies, Boarding 1995 PONTIAC GRAND AM, 42,000 km on rebuilt engine. New tires, new brakes, new exhaust, JVC-CD player, pw, pl, tinted windows, 4-dr., emission tested $5200 obo. 905-720–0636 1996 MONTE CARLO Z34, 2dr, red, with charcoal grey inte- rior, 3.4L, fully loaded $5,000. Ask for Troy 905-435-9960. 1997 CHEV CAVALIER - only 77,000 kms., air, CD player, like new condition, blue, ask- ing $7,700. Call 905-373-4871. 1997 PLYMOUTH NEON,4dr, auto, air, mint condition, 116,000 hwy. km, $5500. 905- 619–0049 1998 CAMARO RS, 3.8L-V6, white, T-roof, skirt kit, 83k, CD, new tires, alarm, $13,500 OBO. Will cert./E-test. Call 905-430-5430 1998 FORD TAURUS wagon, 3L, V6, fully loaded, (power everything incl. driver seat, mirrors, windows), cruise control, keyless entry, 71,000km. Carefully main- tained. $10,000. 905-430– 7666 1998 Neon, air, anti-theft, red, 4-door, non-smoker, certified, $6800-obo. 905-447-0367 1998 PONTIAC GRAND-AM GT, 3100 engine, automatic, 2- dr, red. This is one sharp looking car!! pw/pdl/cruise, factory mags 160,000-kms. This car is ready to go at $8995. 905-571-5138 1998 SATURN SL1, 115,000kms, 4cyl., 5-speed, cruise/air, am/fm cassette, p.windows/locks, excellent condition, certified. Balance warranty expires 14/07/04 (23,000kms). $8,500. days (905)728–7465, evenings (905)723-5961. 1999 DODGE STRATUS,4 dr., gold, 35k, cruise, tilt, air, au- tomatic, certified, $9,900. Tel- ephone (905) 665–0590 2000 CHRYSLER INTREPID ES, certified, only 47,000km. Immaculate. P.S., P.B., P.W., P.L., P.seats, balance of war- ranty, underbody oil, $14,900. (905)655–5220. 2000 CHRYSLER NEON,66K, gold pkg, 4-disc in-dash cd, 5spd, fire red/grey interior, balance of factory warranty, air, alloy wheels, female driv- er. $12,500 o.b.o. 905-436– 2101 2000 MAZDA PROTEGE LX, 4 dr., 5 speed., touring package, loaded, power sunroof, spoil- er, aluminum rims, under warranty, $13,900. OBO 905- 668–5952 MUST SELL, $24,000 or best offer. 2003 Pontiac Montana, loaded, less than 7,000 kil., still smells new. Telephone (905) 665–5292 NEED A CAR? BAD CREDIT? CALL CREDIT REHAB @416- 286-2122, WE CAN HELP. NO CREDIT CHECK!$5/day! Drive away today in your own vehicle! Class A mechanic available, $35/hr. Call 905- 260-2105 or 905-809-1654 YOUR CHOICE, $1000 each! 89 Grand Prix V6, auto. 88 Taurus Station wagon, auto. 88 S-15 Pick up, 4 cyl., 5- sped. 86 Jimmy, 2 wheel drive, V6, auto. 92 Dodge Duster, 4 cyl., auto $1350. Other cheaper cars & motors. (905)983–5056. BLACK 1994 VOLKSWAGEN Jetta - Auto, 185k, tinted, no rust, in good condition. Lady dri- ven, non-smoker. $5900 O.B.O. 416-573-5624 or 905686–6590. Paul Cars Wanted405 $$$ TOP DOLLARS paid for scrap cars 7 days/week Call (905)683–7301 or (905)424- 9002 after 6pm. CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in running condition. Call 427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES. JOHNNY JUNKER Tops all for good cars and trucks or free removal for scrap. Speedy ser- vice. (905)655-4609 WANTED 1988-91 Z24 Cavalier for parts car. Does not have to run. Preferably with blue interior and exterior but any colour is welcome. Call Paul at 905-725- 0288. Trucks For Sale410 1989 GMC 4 X 4 Z71,original 350 rebuilt, less than 10k, newer exhaust, new tires, manual trans- mission, short box step side, good condition, runs great, certi- fied and emissions, $5,000 or best offer. Call days, (905)438–9045 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. 1992 SILVERADO 2500,ext. cab, 3/4 ton, 4 x 4, 208,000 kms., truck cap, power locks, steering, a/c, new overdrive transmission and heavy duty shocks. Never used as work truck. $ll,000. Call (905) 987-5415. 1993 GMC JIMMY SLE,V6, vortec, a/c, auto, hitch, new exhaust, EGR. Good condition, runs well, clean. 227,000k. As is $3,500 o.b.o. 905-432-0119 1995 CHEV. 20,350 V8, pw, pl, a/c, chrome, shelves, trailer hitch, clean, good condition, cer- tified + e-tested. 180,000 km, $7700. 905-434–5145 1998 GMC EXT. CAB, AM/FM/Cassette, Air, black with grey interior. Certified +E-test- ed.$13,900. 905-432-8863 NEW PRICE, MUST SELL! 1999 CHEV SILVERADO, 1/2-ton pick- up, 1 owner, like new, Vortec V8, automatic, 4-speed overdrive transmission, dual air bags, split front seats, air-conditioning, AM/FM-cassette, power steering & ABS brakes, regular cab, long box with liner, sliding rear win- dow, new brakes, new tires. Certified/e-tested. 103,000km, asking $15,900. 905-433–8878, 905-260-2922, 2001 DODGE RAM, 23,000 kil., a/c, ttpositrac, remote start, alarm tonneau cover trailer hitch, 16 in Michelin tires, chrome rims, warranty. plus extras. Asking 21,000. Telephone (905) 728–4361 2001 GMC SONOMA SLS, Vortec V6, pewter colour, 76,000kms, mostly highway, fibreglass ton- neau, box liner, etc. $18,900. Call (905)404–8242 (snp) Vans/ 4-Wheel Dirve420 1986 JEEP CHEROKEE Laredo good body, good engine, $650. Call Scott 905-839-9414 1994 CHEVROLET EXTENDED Astrovan. Good clean vehicle. Burgundy. 330,000 hwy km. e- tested. $3000. Call 905-985- 5097 2000 ASTRO VAN, loaded, air, power windows, cruise, tilt, keyless entry, ISB pack- age, 59,000km, excellent condition, certified $15,900 obo. Call after 6pm 905-263- 2084 2000 MONTANA extended SE, 8-passenger, running boards, computer info centre, air pump, all power, power side doors, a/c. $18,900. Call 905- 432–5489 2002 BUICK RENDEZVOUS. Assume lease @ $401.00/ month + taxes ($1500. down which includes transfer cost). Call Arnold Bell @ 905-436- 6218. 86 ASTRO VAN, $1,900 OBO. Low kms., automatic, body and motor good condition. Many extras. Call 905-349- 3872. MUST SELL - $13,500. 2000 Kia Sportage EX, 38,000 kil., air/ 5 speed/ sunroof. (905) 655–9560 Motorcycles435 1979 + 1981 YAMAHA 650's $2500/pair. 1979 is sick, 1981 runs. Call 905-426-6113 Driving Schools447 Announcements255 Nannies/ Live-In/Out270 EXPERIENCED live in care- giver, one child. Must be flexible. Reference. English a must. ASAP. Pickering. (416) 699–6931 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 BROCK RD./CONC.3 Loving mother with ECE degree, First- Aid, and 12 yrs exp. has openings for daycare. Daily outings crafts, lunches, snacks, receipts provided. Any age welcome. Wanda 905-426-7264 EARLY CHILDHOOD assistant looking to care for your child- ren in your home, Monday- Friday only. Please call after 6pm(416)577–1887 KKs HOME DAYCARE Reli- able smoke-free, fenced backyard, daily outings, play- room, hot & cold meals & more. Steps from St. Marguerits B. Stroud's/Whites References. Karen 905-837–9267 PORT UNION/Hwy 2, Home Daycare. Experienced Irish mom, meals & Activities, school drop off/pick-up. Spa- cious home/yard. 416-724-2603 PICKERING Beach / Rollo: Lov- ing 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. WESTNEY/401-TLC Daycare available full-time. Nutritious lunches & snacks, activities, outings, First aid/CPR, refer- ences and receipts. 905-686– 4195 HUGS HOME DAYCARE CPR/ RedCross, walking distance Applecroft P.S., backing onto a park, non-smoker. Peace of mind in well structured, safe home. 905-427–2941 WHITBY, MICHAEL/JEFFREY area. Openings avail. in a child friendly European home. Meals/snacks, playtime and walks. Ages 3yrs & up. Call 905-767–4225 www.durhamdaycare.com ATTENTION PARENTS - Free online list of available home providers and nannies. Call 905-665–2346, 416-568-1549 (Not an agency) AFFORDABLE fun for all ages. Westney/Delaney, Ajax. 20 yrs. experience. Happy envi- ronment. Huge play area. Crafts, movies, meals. Re- ceipts and references. All ages. 905-686-8719. Daycare Wanted274 DAYCARE req'd for afternoons, evenings, occasional weekends for 2 children. Altona/Finch area, Pickering. Good hourly rate & lots of perks. Call 905-509–3456 Tax & Financial164 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 console, mortgage or tax arrears okay. Ontario Wide 1-888-591-6057. MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any pur- pose. All applications accept- ed. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905) 668– 6805. 1ST OR 2ND MORTGAGES - Fast approval. Also line of credit and debt consult. Bad Credit -not a problem. Janet (905)831–9137 APPROVAL GUARANTEED!!! All type loans within 24 hrs. Car loan specialists. Call (416)888-9936 CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 100%. From 5.35% for 5 years. Best available rates. Private funds available. Refi- nancing debt consolidation a specialty. For fast profession- al service call 905-666-4986. MONEY PROBLEMS?STOP: judgements, garnishments, mortgage foreclosures & har- rassing creditor calls. GET: Debt Consolidations, & pro- tection for your assets. Call now: 905-576-3505 Bottom Line Financial TAX RETURNS Personal Business Corporate E-File (416)820–4317 NO TIME TO TALK Why not Fax us your ad! You can use your fax machine to send us your advertisement. Please allow time for us to confirm your ad copy and price prior to dead- line. One of our customer service representatives will call you. Please remember to leave your company name, address, phone number and contact name. ☎☎☎☎☎ Fax News Advertiser 905-579-4218 S & B DRIVING SCHOOL (Graduate Certificate recognized by The Insurance Industry) Full Course $259. 10 In-car Lessons $187. Free pick-up and drop-off (416) 287-3060 A ABLE TO PAY up to $5000 on cars & trucks Free Towing 24 hours, 7 days. 905-686-1899 • 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 of Pickering Need a car? Bad Credit No Credit We Can Help Trade or Down may be required Call Theresa 905-421-9191 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 A/P PAGE 36 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 25, 2003 www.durhamregion.com ❤❣❤❣❤❣❤❣❤❣❤❣❤❣❤❣❤❣ DOYLE Proud parents Ray and Tina along with brothers Tyler and Joshua are thrilled to announce the arrival of their beautiful baby girl ❤Haley Erin ❤ on Friday April 11, 2003, weighing 6 lbs. 6 ozs. Excited grandparents are Tom and Judy Soomre, Margaret Doyle, Dale and Maxine Doyle. Great-grand- mothers Elvine Soomre and Agnes Harris. Also excited about Haley's arrival are Aunts, Uncle and cousin Graham. Special thanks to Dr. Gilmour, Dr. Ferguson, Bonnie and all of the wonderful nurses at Lakeridge Health Port Perry for their outstanding care. ❤❣❤❣❤❣❤❣❤❣❤❣❤❣❤❣❤❣ 245 Births 245 Births SUNDAY, MAY 4, 12-3 P.M. AJAX COMMUNITY CENTRE 75 Centennial Rd. (Beside hospital HMS Ajax Room) CASH ONLY OSH KOSH Gap, Old Navy, Adidas, Disney, Tommy, Nike and more!! ONE DAY ONLY! Children’s Gently Used Clothing 1000’s OF PIECES www.coolkidsclothes.com New Location 249 Coming Events 249 Coming Events Graduation Party For LISA WESTON! Sunday, May 4/03 Knights of Columbus 108 Bloor St. W. 1:00-4:00pm For details call Leeann at (905)723–5593 254 Graduations 254 Graduations April 27th - May 3rd is National Volunteer Appreciation Week THORNTONVIEW wishes to express their "THANKS" to all of their volunteers 255 Announcements 255 Announcements W ORSHIP C OME & Monday 7:30 PM Prayer Meeting Tuesday 7:30 PM Bible Study Friday 7:30 PM Youth Group Sunday 10:00 AM Sunday School (All ages) 11:00 AM Worship Service 6:30 P M Evening Praise & Worship WEEKLY ACTIVITIES: 550 Kingston Rd., Pickering Rev. Dr. & Mrs. Audley James Founders/Overseers/Sr. Pastors Revivaltime Tabernacle Durham A Family Oriented Community Church. The Church That Love is Building and Where Miracles are Happening If we could be of any assistance to you, please call us at 905-837-7791. ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 35 Church St. N., Pickering Village 905-683-7311 Bible Study - 9:15 a.m. Sunday Family Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School - Supervised Nursery Pastor John Bigham EVERYONE WELCOME Publishes every Friday To Advertise your Church Services call Janice at 905-683-0707 Fax: 905-579-4218 or email jsam@durhamregion.com 282 Places of Worship 282 Places of Worship 282 Places of Worship 282 Places of Worship DOWNSIZING - GARAGE SALE Saturday April 26th 8am - 2pm 522 Downland Drive, Pickering (off Whites Rd. South) Wide selection - All very reasonable priced Everything INCLUDING the Kitchen Sink Sun. April 27 8:30, no early birds 4965 Westney Rd., Claremont, (opposite Spring Creek G.C.) '91 Subaru, '02 Ford Pickup, Maple kitchen cupboards high end, lawn tractor, mowers, doors, glass doors, ladies clothing large sizes, pictures, collectibles, golf balls, bags+clubs LOTS MORE - WE'RE MOVING GARAGE SALE Sat. & Sun. April 26th & 27th, 9am 1 Hills Rd., Ajax Antiques & collectables YARD SALE Sat & Sun April 26 & 27 8:30 - 4pm 155 SIMPSON RD., AJAX Many tools, Everything Must Go! 320 Garage/Yard Sales 320 Garage/Yard Sales MORTGAGES "Good Credit, Good Job" But can't save a down payment? Then you may qualify for 100% No Down payment 1st Mortgage. Refinance, 2nd's to 90% Real Estate referrals for those who qualify. Call Robert Brown Or apply online at www.accuratemortgages.com AMSAccurateMortgageServices 905-436-9292 Local Whitby toll free 1-877-509-LOAN 165 Mortgages Loans 165 Mortgages Loans YOUR BANK SAID NO!! Consult an experienced broker •Prime debt consolidations up to 100% saving 100’s of $ monthly •Consolidate for any reason to 90% 2nds at market rate + 1-2% •Purchases and refinance up to 1.30% below posted market rate CALL: SYLVIA JULES (905) 666-2060, or Pickering (289) 314-4098 Where every day Is Payday! PAYDAY LOANS 310-CASH CALL 2 2 7 4 Cash and A Smile When You Need It. 165 Mortgages Loans In loving memory of STUART MAYELL Dec. 2, 1978 to April 26, 2002 Sadly missed along life's way Quietly remembered everyday No longer in our life to share But in our hearts he is always there Lovingly remembered by Mom,Dad, Stephanie, Jason, Claire, Sarah and Lou 258 In Memoriam 258 In Memoriam 400 Cars For Sale 400 Cars For Sale 273 Daycare Available CONSOLIDATE All your bills into one easy payment. Up to 100% first mortgage with no money down oac. All types of mortgage financing 1st, 2nd & 3rds. Residential and com- mercial mortgages. Call Ro- bert Brown at Accurate Mort- gage Services. Local 905-436- 9292 or toll free 1-877-509- LOAN. Online application www.accuratemortgages.com VISA/MASTERCARD Limits up to $15,000. BAD CREDIT OK. 1-866-274-5005 Ext. 10 House Cleaning556 Home Improvements700 Painting and Decorating710 Gardening & Landscaping735 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 DATING SERVICE! NOW WITH CHAT- LINE!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 Welcome to Paradise with a companion full of Passion 100% Discreet Va riety of Attractive Ladies for in/out service Call Nikki (905)665-0035 Children’s entertainment for any occasion . B LUE R IBBON A WARD W INNER . Clowns, character look- alikes, loot bags, face painting, magic, music. 905-471-5331 KIDS UNLIMITED LAWN MAINTENANCE Grass Cutting Clean Up Serving South Pickering Call Chris (416) 219-6908 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service. 905-428-0081 Don's Painting Free Estimates 12 years exp. Scarborough to Ajax area Call Don (cell) (416)409–4143 All Pro Painting and Wallpapering Repair & Stucco ceilings Decorative Finishes & General Repairs 20% off for Seniors (905)404-9669 RC CONTRACTING General contracting Professional trades (905) 424– 1669 PLUMBER ON THE GO Top Quality Plumbing at Reasonable rates Service and new installations Residential -Commercial No job too big or small Free estimates-over 20 years experience Call 905-837–9722 G.C.B. CONSTRUCTION General Home Renovations & Improvements All work guaranteed Craig 905-686-1913 DEBIAN & SON RENOVATION "Plan your work & we will work your plan" *Additions *Baths *Painting *Drywall & *Finishined Basements. For your home improvement call us at 289-314-2544 or 905-686-5599 A-1 Renovations 25 years reliable exp • Total renovations • Basements complete • Drywall taping • Painting 905-420-8437 A CARPENTER to do renovations basements, fences, decks, interior/exterior alterations. Call Dave 905-430-3744 MARSHALL GROUP HOME IMP. Carpentry, Flooring, Doors, Ceramic, Decks and Siding Free Estimates Seniors Discounts (905) 428-3362 Ask for Paul MATURE HOUSEKEEPER looking for clients. Excellent references. Reasonable rates, 10 yrs. exp. Call 905-839-5470 PERFECT MAID SERVICE (905) 686-5424 • Weekly/Bi-Weekly/ Monthly • Bonded, reliable Call for Mother’s Day Special CLEAN MOMENT Experienced European cleaning. Residential and Commercial. Pickering, Markham, Ajax area. For service call 647-295-0771 "Clean is our middle name" www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 25, 2003 PAGE 37 A/P 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 700 Home Improvements 700 Home Improvements 700 Home Improvements Lawn Cutting by professionals $15 & up RANGER LANDSCAPING Spring Clean up Tr imming / Garden work "Excellent Rates and Excellent Service" GUARANTEED! RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL (905)686-8181 (416)806-1808 735 Gardening& Landscaping 735 Gardening& Landscaping BEATON TREE SERVICE • Rubbish Removal • Tree Removal • Pruning • Topping • Stump Removal FULLY INSURED, FREE ESTIMATES Call Paul (905) 665-5422 I CUT LAWNS! (905) 723-2453 TIMBER TREE SERVICE Experts in Removal, Trimming, Pruning & Stump Removal. Fully insured. Free estimates. Call Shawn. 905-619-1704 Interest Free Pay m ents Avai lable 736 Tree Service 736 Tree Service HANWOOD RESIDENTIAL SERVICE Renovations • General Home • Repairs • Bathrooms • Basements • Decks • Ceramic Tiles • Hardwood Floors Free estimates All work guaranteed Call Martin (905) 686-1677 email: hanwoodres@hotmail.com 165 Mortgages Loans 700 Home Improvements 710 Painting and Decorating SEE OUR FLYER IN TODAY’S PAPER! FURNITURE APPLIANCES & ELECTRONICS www.nooobody.com Classified INDEX 100 Houses For Sale 102 Open Houses 103 Private Sales 105 Townhouses For Sale 110 Apartments/Condos For Sale 115 Farms For Sale, Rent & Wanted 120 Out of Town Properties 125 Property Outside Canada 130 Housing Wanted 135 Lots & Acreages 140 Investment/Business Properties 145 Industrial/Commercial Space 150 Office & Business Space 155 Stores For Sale, Rent/Wanted 159 Investment Opportunities 160 Business Opportunities 161 Franchises 162 Insurance 163 Professional Directory 164 Tax & Financial 165 Mortgages, Loans 166 Accountants 167 Office/Industrial Equipment 168 Business Services/Personals 169 Computer/Internet 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 172 Furnished Apartments 174 Short Term Rentals 175 Apartments & Flats Wanted 180 Condominiums For Rent 185 Houses For Rent 190 Townhouses For Rent 191 Housing Wanted 192 Rooms For Rent & Wanted 193 Room & Bd. 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PICKERING 905-420-9665 LOWE ST PRICES OF THE YEAR! 2 DAYS ONLY Sat. A p r . 2 6 t h - S u n . A p r 2 7 t h S A V E U P T O 4 0 % O N P O O L A N D S P A S U P P L I E S S A V E U P T O 4 0 % O N P O O L A N D S P A S U P P L I E S S A V E U P T O 4 0 % O N P O O L A N D S P A S U P P L I E S LIQUID CHLORINE 10 L / 2.5 gal $1.99 WITH COUPON Limit 1 per customer Container not included Offer expires Apr. 27 • Pool Opening Kits • Solar Blankets • Chlorine Pucks • Rollers • Pool Pumps • Games & Toys A/P PAGE 38 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 25, 2003 www.durhamregion.com DURHAM’S LEADING FIVE STAR DEALER 19 HARWOOD AVE. AJAX (North of 401) 905-683-5358 CHRYSLER • DODGE • JEEP “THINKING LIKE A CUSTOMER” 401 SERVICE HOURS: MON. - THURS. 7-MIDNIGHT FRI. 7-6, SATURDAY 8-4 OSHAWA ILLAGE CHRYSLER HWY. #401 VILLAGE PLYMOUTH CHRYSLER TORONTO HWY. #2 HARWOODAll previous ad specials expired. + Downpayment may vary with credit severity. Approval conditions may vary according to credit severity. Finance payments based on 48*/60**/72***/84• mo. with $2,500 down or equivalent & trade at 7.9% int. Fin. eg:. $10,000 @ 7.9% = $141.60 mo. for 60 mo. COB $1,496 total obligation $11,496. OAC. Plus lic., taxes & admin. • Short term lease vehicles. 0% financing or $3,500 Dealer Discount available on selected new vehicles. Finance eg. $10,000 @ 0% = $166.66 mo. for 60 mo. COB $0. OAC. All prices plus licence, taxes and admin. Pickering/Ajax News Advertiser readers voted best domestic dealership. OAC. +On selected new cars. †On selected new 2002 vehicles. FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STAR FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STARLAKERIDGEWESTNEYBROCK RD.FIVE STAR CHRYSLER UP TO $1,000 KINGSTON RD. ILLAGE CHRYSLER 1-800-296-7107 Some downpayment may be required. Interest rate varies from 0% - 24.95% Bad No Credit Slow Credit Collections Repossession Bankruptcy YO U’RE APPROVED! Pearl white with leather and a sunroof. Stk. #T5903A. 1996 VOLVO 5.9L V8, auto, air, sport package, anti- spin axle, rear slide window, aluminum rims. 116,000 km. Stk. #T6147A. $$79.9979.99 wk.*** 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 3.3L V6, air, loaded and much much more. Call for details. Stk. #P7442.• 2002 GRAND CARAVAN Laredo package, onex green, loaded, 18,000 km. Stk. #P7464.• $$89.9889.98 wk.• 2002 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE $$92.5892.58 wk.• 8 cyl., auto, air, tonneau cover, loaded, 62,000 km. Stk. #V7530. $$79.9979.99 wk.*** 2000 DAKOTA C/C RT 8 cyl., auto, air, ST, tilt, cruise, trailer tow, anti-spin axle, chrome wheels, AM/FM cass., HD service group, cap & much more. 1 owner, only 34,000 km. Stk. #R5949A. $$79.9979.99 wk.*** 2001 DODGE RAM 1500 PICKUP 3.5L H.O. V6, auto stick, 4 disc with 11 Infinity speaker system, luxury grp., p. sunroof, leather seats, AM/FM cass., p.w., pdl., p. seats, p.m., tilt, cruise, performance/handling grp. & more. 18,000 km., Stk. #P7282•. 2002 CHRYSLER 300M $$110.00110.00 wk.• 4.0L V6, auto, p.w., p.b., p.m., sentry keys, selec-trac full time 4WD, sunscreen glass, alum. wheels, fog lamps, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, air & more. 1 owner, only 46,000 km. Stk. #V7513. 2000 JEEP CHEROKEE SPORT $$69.0069.00 wk.*** 3.7L V6, auto, air, pwr. pkg., AM/FM cass., keyless entry. Stk. #P7456•. 2002 JEEP LIBERTY LTD. 4X4 Ext. cab, 8 cyl., auto, leather, tonneau, Z71 off road grp., AM/FM/CD cass., p. seat, air, loaded, plus much more. 66,000 km. Stk. #T6236A. 2001 CHEV SILVERADO 4X4 2500 $$116.23116.23 wk.*** Almond, air, auto, and more. Call now Stk. #P7270•. 2002 CHRYSLER NEON $$35.6935.69 wk.• Like new, loaded, 37,947 km. Stk. #V7508. $$49.8649.86 wk.*** 2000 CHRYSLER INTREPID 2.7L V6, auto, p.w., pdl., p/top, air, ABS, security grp., cloth seats, tilt, cruise, alum. wheels, keyless entry & more. Stk. #P7490.• 2002 SEBRING CONV. LX $$93.58 93.58 wk.• 2.4L, 4 cyl., auto, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, cloth seats, sentry key, keyless entry, roof rack, air, storage drawer & more, 16,500 km. Stk. #P7445• 2002 PT CRUISER $$63.9663.96 wk.• ALL NEW PACIFICA NOW IN OUR SHOWROOM! 4.0L 6 cyl., auto, dual tops, 30” tire & wheel grp., air, cruise, AM/FM/CD. 15x8 aluminum rims. Stk. #V7470. 2001 JEEP TJ $$84.6984.69 wk.*** 2000 GR. CHEROKEE LAREDO 4.0L V6, auto, p.w., p.b., p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, air, cloth seats, selec-trac, AM/FM cass., keyless entry, security alarm, alum. wheels & more. 1 owner, 75,000 km., Stk. #V7523. $$84.0084.00 wk.*** TED WILLIAMSON TED WILLIAMSON KERRY PICKARD JIM McELROY HAZEN HARDING PAUL GONSALVES ALBERT McCREADY JIM ANDERSON JON CARTER BUSINESS MANAGER DERRICK MacMILLAN PAUL GROBERT LEASE CO-ORDINATOR TOM BRASSOR MICHAEL DAVIDSON CHARLENE NOWAK BRENT DAVEY $$15,99515,995 $$68.6168.61 wk.• V6 engine, 5 spd., p.s., p.b., air, AM/FM cass., cap, box liner, chrome wheels & more. 1 owner, only 47,000 km. Stk. #V7510. $$41.2641.26 wk.** 1999 MAZDA B3000 Leather, auto, loaded, 116,000 km. Stk. #P7068A. $$9,9959,995 1995 AVENGER 4X4 FRANK TAMBURINI Auto, air, travel convenience, trailer tow, AM/FM/CD and much more. Stk. #T6098A. 2001 DODGE RAM 2500 DIESEL $$129.00129.00 wk.*** 3.8L V6, auto, p.w., pdl., p.seats, tilt, cruise, trailer tow, rear cargo organizer, quad seats w/child seat, AM/FM/CD cass. & rear audio, 4 disc CD, security alarm, auto temp air 3 zone, centre console, 4 wheel disc brakes, ABS & more. Stk. #P7380.• 2002 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY AWD $$121.00121.00 wk.•From We Honour all DailmerChrysler Advertised Specials! www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, April 25, 2003 PAGE 39 A/P www.davidsonchrysler.com New Car Hotline 416.281.2277 ALL PAYMENTS ARE CALCULATED WITH $5000 DOWN FOR DAKOTAS & $10,000 DOWN FOR DODGE RAMS OR EQUIVALENT TRADE PLUS FREIGHT AND PDE & APPLICABLE TAXES 48 MONTH TERM PREMIERE ADVANTAGE PURCHASE PLUS WITH A BALLOON BUY OUT. SEE US FOR DETAILS. ALL LEASE PAYMENTS ARE PLUS ADMIN. FEE, + FREIGHT, PDE & ALL APPLICABLE TAXES. 48 MONTH TERMS, PPSA + LIC. EXTRA. ALL LEASES ARE 20,400 KM/YEAR. ON DEMOS NO FREIGHT, NO AIRTAX & NO GAS TAX. 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