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www.blaisdale.com12 mths - grade 8 5 Campuses in Durham Call Head Office 905-509-5005 Best Private School Blaisdale MONTESSORI School As voted by Ajax/Pickering Readers’ Choice Awards NEW INFANT SPACES AVAILABLE SAVE TODAY AT Carroll Home Improvements 905-686-2445 Roofing Windows Doors STOPSTOP DON’T THROW YOUR MONEY AWAY PARKINSON’S WALK One step at a time Community, 3 POWER PLAY Positive reaction in Durham Feature, 14 SERVING PICKERING SINCE 1965 News Advertiser PRESSRUN 46,600 ✦ 32 PAGES ✦ SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2003 ✦ durhamregion.com ✦ OPTIONAL DELIVERY $6/$1 NEWSSTAND Isabel delivers PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG — Postal worker Jeff Morrison trudges through the rain Friday as he braves the effects of Hurricane Isabel which was downgraded to a tropical storm as it moved up the eastern seaboard. He was making his way along Westshore Boulevard. Energy Minister drops in on nuclear safety press conference BByy LLeesslleeyy BBoovviiee Staff Writer PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG — As remnants of Hurricane Isabel swept across Pickering, the eye of the storm was inside Wayne Arthurs’ cam- paign office. With the help of Liberal Ener- gy Critic Michael Bryant, the local candidate hosted a press conference Friday morning to denounce the Tory govern- ment’s push to privatize nuclear inspections. Only, neither of them expect- ed Ontario Minister of Energy John Baird to make a surprise appearance. “I think the minister’s appear- ance here today sends the mes- sage the current government is concerned about this issue, even with the weather we’re having today, to come out and visit with myself and the City of Picker- ing,” said Mr. Arthurs. “I think that they know this is a serious issue in Pickering and the Province of Ontario.” Mr. Bryant called it an act of “major damage control. “I think the Ernie Eves gov- ernment is waffling again. They say the final approval of this sale has not been completed,” he said. “Look, they’re defending privatization. We’re rejecting privatization. The choice is clear. The energy minister called the Liberal press conference - his first-ever - a “low-level fear mon- gering” at its worst and said ne- gotiations are ongoing. Any de- cision would have to be ap- proved by the federal safety reg- ulator, the Canadian Nuclear Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Arthurs sees red on push to privatize ✦See Energy page 5 Mayoral race takes shape Ryan, Osborne jump into the mix BByy LLeesslleeyy BBoovviiee Staff Writer PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG —The City has it- self a horse race. Ward 1 City Councillor Dave Ryan has thrown his hat into the ring, bringing the number of mayoral candidates to four in Pickering. Up until last week, it looked as if there would be few takers in the fight against double can- didate Wayne Arthurs. The five-term mayor seeks the provincial seat Oct. 2, while also running for re-election to council Nov. 10, his only chal- lenger, former regional council- lor Doug Dickerson. But with political newcomer Margaret Osborne filing her papers last Friday, taxpayers were now assured at least a two-way mayor race, should Mayor Arthurs beat Minister of Finance Janet Ecker and have to withdraw his name from the municipal ballot. With Coun. Ryan being the first incumbent to weigh in, the race gets even more interest- ing. “I think it’s important people in Pickering have comfort and know they’ll have responsible management and leadership following Wayne Arthurs’ de- parture,” said Coun. Ryan, who filed his papers Thursday. ✦See Veteran page 5 A/P PAGE 2 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, September 21, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Walk for Parkinson’s, Sept. 28 BByy LLeesslleeyy BBoovviiee Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM — June and Charles Keary will ap- proach the Durham Re- gion Super Walk for Parkinson’s later this month, much like they do life - one step at a time. Routes vary from one to seven kilometres at the event, which kicks off from Ajax’s Rotary Park Sun- day, Sept. 28, but no one’s really keeping count. “We try to make it so people who have Parkin- son’s Disease can walk a little,” explains Mrs. Keary, Super Walk chair- man. “I walk until I feel I can walk no more,” adds Mr. Keary. “But you have to remember, if you go out there, you always have to walk back.” Organizers are hoping to raise $30,000 this year for Parkinson’s research and support services. Last year, 190 people walked the event to bring in $24,000. It’s estimated 100,000 Canadians - 300 of them in Durham - have the degen- erative neuro-disorder. The average age of on- set is 55 to 65, but Ms. Keary points out of the 100,000 Canadians diag- nosed, it’s estimated about 10 per cent are in their 30s and 40s. There is no cure but medication can alleviate some of its symptoms, which range from mild to severe. Looking back, Mr. Keary says it’s easy to see where the muscle stiff- ness, fatigue and tremors under stress were leading. The Ajax resident was diagnosed with the dis- ease about five years later, in 1994. He was 54 and four years into retirement from a fulfilling teaching career. “He got the Parkinson’s and I went to the meet- ings,” says Mrs. Keary, who sought out the Durham Region Chapter of the Parkinson’s Society of Canada. A former chapter presi- dent, Mrs. Keary says the group provided her com- fort and answers to some of her questions. It meets the first Mon- day of each month at St. Mark’s United Church in Whitby, and hosts ses- sions specifically for care- givers the third Monday of each month at the Whitby Seniors Centre. “It took about a year for me to come to grips with the fact the group could be a lot of fun,” adds Mr. Keary. “I joined in 1995. I didn’t like to be identified by my Parkinson’s but I found out the group was made of good people.” Living with Parkinson’s has meant taking medica- tion four times a day, and a gradual loss of strength, energy and mobility. A handyman around the house, Mr. Keary says the repair jobs now take longer to complete and his difficulty getting up and out of a car, means the couple have had to switch to a van. “We had a 30-foot sail- boat we’d spend every summer on,” he says. “But it soon became apparent I was going to have trouble taking care of it. It got to the point we would just go down and sit on it.” There are horror stories of chapter members being mistaken for drunks on the street because of their tremors. One man shared his frustration with being re- fused service in a liquor store. Mr. Keary says, fortu- nately, that hasn’t been the case with him. “I feel sorry for the early on-set,” he added. “To be at the zenith of your ca- reer with children in uni- versity, a mortgage, lots of dreams and hopes, then to get Parkinson’s. It de- stroys your lifestyle and your family’s lifestyle too.” The walk gets under way with registration at 12:30 p.m., with partici- pants hitting the trail at 1:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.superwalk.com or contact 905-619-1469. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, September 21, 2003 PAGE 3 A/P on rent or moving expenses. Only available during our Applefest Celebration. *Some conditions apply.Call for details. 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Everyone at Ontario Power Generation (OPG) takes this incredibly seriously.” Although safety is regulat- ed by the CNSC, nuclear safe- ty inspectors are at the front- line for ongoing safety, report- ing to the federal regulator, Mr. Bryant said. A deal to sell off the OPG inspection ser- vices division to a private con- sortium “erodes public ac- countability”, he said. The CNSC may not be con- cerned with the sale, but the public is, pointed out Mr. Arthurs. His council passed a motion Monday night asking the Province to rescind the sale. Mr. Arthurs said there is opportunity to create an “at- arms length operation” in Pickering and Durham, with a new 160,000-square-foot nu- clear training facility set to go up on Sandy Beach Road in the future and the Ontario University of Ontario now open. OPG supports the idea, he said, adding the City be- lieves the power generator does put safety first. He blamed the Tories for using privatization to off-load debt. “We need an arms length publicly-held body,” Mr. Arthurs said. “There are no other options. Public account- ability is the only option.” Mr. Baird refuted claims OPG wasn’t on-board with the proposal. The union may not support it, he said, but top OPG brass are “1,000 per cent” in support, he said. Asked about the Pickering resolution, Mr. Baird said, “It’s unfortunate that there wasn’t a more fulsome discus- sion of the issue.” OPG and the City have had a good working relationship and the ministry would consider a public meeting in Pickering to discuss all the details of the proposal, he said. The energy minister also defended Babcock and Wilcox Canada, one of the three com- panies making up the private consortium, which has been linked to the Three Mile Is- land disaster in 1979. Local councillors made that connection earlier this week in their resolution citing a United States President’s Commission report. But Mr. Baird said the incident in- volved a US arm of the com- pany, which has since been sold off to a French company more than five years ago. It has no connection to Babcock and Wilcox Canada, which has built and supplied parts to OPG stations for years. “To draw the comparison, it almost suggests people are playing loose with the poten- tial of a nuclear holocaust,” he said. ✦ Energy from page 1 Arthurs as a local Liberal candi- date, having run for the party him- self in 1999. The two are close friends, he said, often asking each other for advice. But Coun. Ryan promises they won’t be squaring off against one another after Oct. 2. “It’s not an option. Wayne is going to Queen’s Park,” he said. Next month, Coun. Ryan also re- tires from a 33-year career with IBM, which the health and safety manager called his commitment to serving the full-time hours required of the mayor in Pickering. An added surprise is the candida- cy of Ms. Osborne, who has lived in Pickering only since March, but said she has driven through the commu- nity in envy for a number of years from her former home of Scarbor- ough to her work in Ajax. A life-changing trip to Guyana this summer inspired her to run for Civic office. Asked why she didn’t first run for a city or regional seat, Ms. Osborne said while she didn’t feel she could compete with their “infinite knowledge” of local issues, she felt she could bring leadership to the table. “I want to enhance Mayor Arthurs’ legacy,” said Ms. Osborne. “But should he not win (the provin- cial seat), I still think it’s time for new ideas. I think City council is stale.” A professor of computer studies at Seneca College with experience also in the private sector, Ms. Os- borne said like any corporation, Pickering could use a shift in per- sonnel. It needs to start reflecting the “wealth of diversity” in the City, she said. “I don’t see different points of view reflected or respected,” she added. Ms. Osborne said she feels she can look at Pickering’s land issues with an experienced consultant’s eye, while her marketing experience will help sell the City, which is the “best kept secret in the GTA”. The double candidacy of Mayor Arthurs didn’t help her make her decision, she said, but rather added to the intimidation factor. His com- petitors are at a “huge disadvan- tage” because the mayor has been able to gain name recognition while campaigning for MPP. “It’s not an even playing field,” she said. Veteran politician, newcomer join mayor’s race ✦ Veteran from page 1 Energy Minister crashes Liberal press conference Pickering-Ajax-Uxbridge Liberal candidate Wayne Arthurs, right, dis- cussed concerns regarding the privatization of nuclear inspections Fri- day. He was joined by Energy Critic Michael Bryant. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo durhamregion.com Help your neighbour United Way agencies depend on donations to make things happen The good people of Durham Region will be counted on to help two local United Way offices, which serve the entire region to raise nearly $4.7 million in their 2003 cam- paigns. Specifically, the United Way of Ajax-Pickering-Uxbridge will be looking for $1.6 million to fund 27 agencies and 54 programs in the three municipalities. In Oshawa-Whitby-Clarington-Scu- gog-Brock, the United Way is looking to raise $3.075 million to support 40 agencies and 200 programs. The amount needed is tremendous, but the causes support- ed are worth every penny. For, where there is a service gap in the community, United Way agencies find a place to help. Without the United Way, countless services we depend on in our communities would go undone. Consider where we would be without Big Brothers and Sisters, the Canadian Red Cross, Durham Deaf Services, the John Howard Society, the Victorian Order of Nurses, Salvation Army Community Services, Dis- tress Centre of Durham Region, Block Parents, Scouts Cana- da, CNIB and many, many others. These groups receive all or a portion of their funding through the United Way. It's important to recall that all funds raised in Durham will go to help Durham agencies. More than 100,000 people in Durham are directly helped by United Way contributions. The United Way has a proven track record of success in improving the lives of those who most need help. While Durham has large- ly been a success story with massive growth over the past few decades, the growth also means the need for services increas- es. That's why the United Way continues to raise expectations for larger donations to meet higher demand on its member agencies. It's a bigger challenge, but one Durham residents can meet. Municipalities are stepping up to deliver cheques to the United Way to get the ball rolling. The municipalities of Ajax, Picker- ing and Uxbridge have committed $2.90 per person to the Unit- ed Way to help get a start on the campaign. In the next few weeks and months, you'll have an opportunity to contribute to your local United Way. Giving is tax deductible, so the full cost of your gift, while it will go completely toward local agencies, will cost you less. The United Way can only do the work it does through your help. Give what you can so our communities can be the great places we know they can be. Election lobby group advertisements are misleading TToo tthhee eeddiittoorr:: The editorial in the September 5th edition of the News Advertiser (You can't properly serve two masters) ad- dresses one aspect of the upcoming Provincial election. However there are other issue that also warrant public dis- closure. For the past several months full page advertisements have appeared in the News Advertiser attacking Janet Ecker. These advertisements may very easily lead the casual reader to conclude that they are sponsored by a local ratepay- ers association or group of concerned citizens. The reality is that very few citizens groups can afford the cost of a concen- trated media campaign to attack a sin- gle politician. I respectfully urge the readers of the News Advertiser to look behind the "West Duffins Community Group Inc.". In the same spirit that led to your re- cent editorial, it is appropriate to put on the public record the names of all those sponsoring these advertisements. This issue should not be cloaked be- hind the mantle of a non-existent group of local citizens. 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L1S 2H5 Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 1332791 The News Advertiser is one of the Metroland Printing, Publishing and Distributing group of newspapers. The News Advertiser is a member of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Trade, Ontario Community Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Commu- nity Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Circulations Audit Board and the On- tario Press Council. The publisher reserves the right to classify or refuse any advertisement. Credit for advertisement limited to space price error occu- pies. Editorial and Adver- tising content of the News Advertiser is copyrighted. Unauthorized reproduc- tion is prohibited. LLeetttteerrss PPoolliiccyy All letters should be typed or neatly hand-written, 150 words. Each letter must be signed with a first and last name or two initials and a last name. Please include a phone number for verification. The editor reserves the right to edit copy for style, length and content. Opin- ions expressed in letters are those of the writer and not necessarily those of the News Advertiser. We regret that due to the vol- ume of letters, not all will be printed. A/P PAGE 6 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, September 21, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Negative or positive? It’s up to voters to choose You'd think with all the com- motion breaking out over the Conservative Party's aggres- sive election campaign strategies all else was right with the world. People near and far are affixing their halos and soundly scolding these bad boys and girls for offering tough love out on the hustings. Point out what most people across Ontario, including his own party, already know - that Dalton McGuinty just isn't up to the job of being leader of a political party, let alone the province - and suddenly people are doubling over in revul- sion. Hello out there! Mr. McGuinty is Stockwell Day without the wetsuit. Give him a prepared script and he'll give you a great sound bite. Get him off topic and he's hopelessly lost. The Liberals have spent the last few years trying desperately to round him into leadership material. They've also spent a lot of time hid- ing him from the cameras whenev- er the big meaty issues come up. That's not to say Ernie Eves is ex- actly a model leader either. The man had barely settled into the premier's seat when he began dis- mantling much of what Mike Har- ris had accomplished in the seven years before and promised to be more middle-of-the-road when it came to his policies. Fast forward a year and suddenly he's back hug- ging the right side of the road. Where's he off to next? Well, let's wait and see which way Hurricane Isabel blows. But you know what? Here's betting quite a few people will be attracted to the scrapper who is doing what he can to hold on to his job, versus the guy who just wants to be nice. Mr. Eves is playing politics, not running for humanitarian of the year. Besides, the Liberals are just as good at getting their hands dirty. It's no different here in Durham, where you will find wild accusa- tions, stolen campaign signs and publicity stunts. You'll find people bothered by negative messages, in- dividuals thriving off the dirt and, thankfully, many who are ignoring it all and taking the time to exam- ine party platforms before deciding who will earn their support. Elections traditionally bring out the worst in candidates and their supporters. It's your basic survival test. So, if Mr. McGuinty and the Lib- erals want to take the high road that's their choice. Just as it's per- fectly within Mr. Eves's rights to go on the attack if he so chooses. It's up to voters to decide which style they like best. It’s politics, not a vote for man of the year EEddiittoorriiaallss &&OOppiinniioonnss SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2003 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ JACQUIE MCINNES, NEWS EDITOR, 905-683-5110 EXT. 249 Editorial Letters to the Editor TToonnyy DDooyyllee SS tt aa ff ff EEdd ii tt oo rr www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, September 21, 2003 PAGE 7 A/P The Voice of Business in Durham Durham Business Times PONTIAC BUICK Pickering diner fined $2,000 BByy CCaarrllyy FFoosstteerr Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM -— Seventeen restau- rants have been convicted of food safety violations by the Durham health department, in- cluding 13 charges against one restaurant in Pickering. The Lone Star Café, 705 Kingston Rd. near Whites Road, was fined almost $2,000, the largest amount and the most vi- olations in all the restaurants charged from Jan. 1 to June 30, 2003. The April 4 charges against the restaurant included failing to keep food from adulteration or contamination, using food equipment not in good repair, fail to prevent utensils from bacterial growth and contami- nation, fail to dispose of liquid waste in sanitary manner and fail to ensure equipment surface washed as necessary. A statement from a spokesman for Lone Star’s cor- porate office called the convic- tions “minor. “The Lone Star Texas Grill has done everything in order to deal with these issues for the health and safety of our cus- tomers,” the statement said. “(Lone Star) has always main- tained a green status in Picker- ing and will continue to do so.” A health inspector recently visited the restaurant and all the issues have been resolved, the statement concluded. The other big offender was Wong’s Finest Chinese Food at 2 Glenabby Dr. in Courtice. Wong’s was fined over $700 for 10 infractions including two counts of fail to protect food from adulteration or contami- nation, two counts of fail to wear proper headgear while working with food, fail to wash hands before resuming work and fail to clean multi-service articles after use. “After one week, everything was fine,” said Nelson Huang, a manager of Wong’s. Mr. Huang said the charges came on a day when his sup- plies had been delivered during the lunch rush and he didn’t have time to put them away properly, although they were in the store’s cooler. Mr. Huang has since complet- ed his food handling and prepa- ration certificate. As required by the Province, the health department regular- ly inspects restaurants in order to reduce the risk of food-borne illness, with frequency depend- ing on risk, said Alex Connor, a manager of environmental health for the Region. The most important point to get across with these convic- tions is that they’re repeat of- fences, he said. “We don’t just find an infrac- tion and charge them,” he said. “They always have a chance to comply” but if they’re found on a subsequent inspection, then they’re charged. All the restaurants on the list have since complied with the convictions, Mr. Connor added, with the Pickering Lone Star Café in particular being “excel- lent.” “Generally speaking, the tak- ing of legal action has a salutary effect,” Mr. Connor said. “We don’t like to do it...but when we do, it sends a strong message that things need to change.” Other restaurants convicted include Wong’s Palace in New- castle with four violations and more than $2000 in fines, Mr. Wu’s Chinese Gourmet at the Oshawa Centre with three viola- tions, New Golden Gate Restau- rant in Whitby with four viola- tions and Coffee Time Donuts, 223 Brock St. N. in Whitby with three violations. The public can access inspec- tion reports from all food estab- lishments by contacting the health department’s environ- mental help line at 905-723-8521 or 1-800-841-2729 ext. 2188, Mon- day to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Restaurants convicted of health violations A/P PAGE 8 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, September 21, 2003 www.durhamregion.com IT’S TIME TO STOP JANET ECKER FROM COMPROMISING OUR COMMUNITY! Janet Ecker is not protecting Seaton, which is every bit as sensitive as the Oak Ridges Moraine. Janet Ecker and the Conservative Party have taken the planning rights away from you and your locally elected officials. Now they want to produce their own plan behind closed doors. This is a slap in the face for Durham Residents. DEVELOPING SEATON WILL PAVE OVER 4,000 ACRES OF FARMLAND JANET ECKER CLAIMS TO BE SAVING FARMLAND. 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These people walk to help those who no longer can and to raise research money to find a cure for the fatal disease. ALS stands for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, better known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. At a cruel rate, the loss of motor neurons leads to progressive paralysis of the voluntary muscles. The heart is not a voluntary muscle, and therefore it remains unaffected by ALS. However, since the chest muscles control breathing voluntarily, death usually occurs when the chest muscles are no longer able to help the lungs fill with enough oxygen. Generally, there is little or no impairment of the brain, sight, touch, hearing, or smell. The individual is quite aware of what is happening to him or her. ALS is not contagious, but it is fatal. The battle is usually short, with 80 percent losing their lives within two to five years of diagnosis. While between 10 and 20 percent may live 10 years or more, sadly others end up lasting only a few months. Two to three people die of ALS in Canada every day. There is one way to help. In Durham Region, those suffering from ALS are known as P’ALS and the ALS Society of Ontario’s Durham Chapter is organizing this year’s 3rd annual walk in their honour. The ‘Walk to D’Feet ALS’ is the signature event of the ALS Society of Canada, aimed at raising funds for research and local support services. The walk also helps to raise awareness, raise more dollars for research and to let the people with ALS and their families know they are not alone. Walk teams can be made up of three or more people — family members, friends, co-workers and neighbours — anyone with a desire to help defeat ALS. Businesses can also organize teams to take part by showing support for an employee or an employee’s family member who has ALS. Corporate sponsorship opportunities are also available. So lace up your shoes and take part in the Durham Region Walk to D’Feet ALS, Sept. 27 at Ajax Rotary Park, Saturday, September 27. 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The day begins with a free continental breakfast reception at 9:30 a.m. The Open House service begins at 10:30 a.m. and will feature special music, a gospel message and the stirring story of forgiveness from Kim Phuc. As a young girl she survived a Napalm bombing during the Vietnam war. Actual footage of the bomb hitting her village and Kim running from the flames will be shown during the service. Her message of forgiveness has stirred thousands around the world. Your life will be profoundly impacted and you will never forget her story! Federal Member of Parliament Dan McTeague and Ajax Councillor Joe Dickson will also be in attendance. Nurseries and classes for children will be available. FaithWay Baptist Church is located at the corner of Taunton Toad and Salem in Ajax. For further information call the church office at 686-0951. Batter up AAJJAAXX — Durham Regional Police Tactical Support Team Leader Police Constable Loxley Colquhoun shows off a battering ram to Brad McPherson. Police helicopter Air 1 was also out during the recent Durham Police Community Day at the McLean Centre in Ajax. Ron Pietroniro/ News Advertiser photo Sunday Sunday School - 9:30 am Morning Worship - 10:30 am Evening Service - 6:00 pm Wednesday Mid-Week Service - 7:00 pm • OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 28TH 9:30 am ~ Free Continental Breakfast reception with Kim 10:30 am ~ Kim’s personal testimony & OPEN HOUSE SERVICE Kim has become known as “ the girl in the picture.” The victim of a tragic napalm bombing in Vietnam, Kim has survived and has a story to tell. By God’s grace she has seen triumph from her tragedy. Come and meet her and be touched by her personal testimony. “Don’t miss our OPEN HOUSE service on September 28th. Come and see why FaithWay is one of the fastest growing churches in Durham. Our church family will greet you warmly. You will be encouraged and helped by the service. I hope to see you at our special service.” __ Pastor Baker FAITHWAY BAPTIST CHURCH • TAUNTON ROAD & SALEM, AJAX • 905- 686-0951 • DR GREG BAKER, PASTOR WE ARE HERE TAUNTON ROAD WESTNEY RD.SALEMLAKERIDGEThe Church for your Family Dr. Greg Baker Pastor You’ve Never Been So Loved! Dr. Greg Baker Pastor FAITHWAY BAPTIST CHURCH - AJAX REGULAR SERVICES OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY KIM PHUCKIM PHUC The Church for your Family www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, September 21, 2003 PAGE 11 A/P A/P PAGE 12 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, September 21, 2003 www.durhamregion.com SPECIALSALE Carriers of The Week If you did not receive your News Advertiser/flyers OR you are interested in a paper route call Circulation at (905) 683-5117. Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 - 7:30 Sat. 9 - 4:30, Sun. 10 - 1 Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. 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Wellness educa- tion consultant Carole Ed- wards will give a presenta- tion titled ‘Survival or Thrival: What’s It Going to Be?’ Workshops will be held on strategies for coping as caregivers with end-of-life care, diversity of grief, cop- ing with grief and how to help the bereaved, parent- ing your parents and the benefits of recreation and leisure for caregivers and those who are ill. The conference will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Whitby Mental Health Centre auditorium, 700 Gordon St., Whitby. The cost is $20 per person before Oct. 3 and $25 after. Pre-registration is re- quired. Caregivers conference strikes a balance DDUURRHHAAMM — Music, fash- ion and a guest speaker are what’s up at the Sept. 25 meeting of the Ajax- Pickering Christian Women’s Club. It takes place at the Vic- torian Garden, 570 West- ney Rd. S. in Ajax, be- tween 9:30 and 11:15 a.m. The meeting features a fashion show from Tan Jay and Alla, music by singer Kim Goring and a story of hope from special guest speaker Mary Prince. Admission is $7 at the door and $5 for first-time guests, who are welcome. To reserve a spot for your child in the compli- mentary nursery, call Janet at 905-427-3072. Christian women’s meeting This Week Canadian Statesman NEWS ADVERTISER Times-Journal durhamregion.com A proud supporter of literacy initiatives Thanks To You Pinnacle Year Proceeds Thanks A Million An eloquent Jim Witty steps in as Master of Ceremonies Lots of fun on every hole Nancy Maxwell and Allan Arsenault celebrate Good old fashion goofin’ around Pat O’Brien enjoys the program The million dollar gang PICKERING TOWN CENTRE MAYORS’ CHARITY CLASSIC GOLF TOURNAMENT RAISES $175,000 FOR ROUGE VALLEY AJAX AND PICKERING A very special thank you to all who participated in this year’s Pickering Town Centre Mayors’ Charity Classic Golf Tournament. Not only were you vital in helping us raise $175,000 – more than $30,000 above last year’s impressive total – but you have enabled us to achieve our $1 Million Goal … in just eight years. Proceeds of this year’s event will purchase a new protected code blue resuscitation cart for Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering with specialized equipment that can be used in an emergency situation in an isolation setting. This equipment will help more than 15 patients every day at Rouge Valley. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, September 21, 2003 PAGE 13 A/P A/P PAGE 14 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, September 21, 2003 www.durhamregion.com CANDU nuclear reactors fuel energy sector within the region BByy JJaaccqquuiiee MMccIInnnneess Staff Writer Acouple of years ago, for Siemens in Canada, the Ajax office was just anoth- er regional post among many Canadian holdings for the multi- national corporation. But in the past year, the satellite facility of the high tech manufacturer of electrical prod- ucts, energy sources and medical systems, has been drawing in- creasing attention to itself from the Mississauga head office. That is since the addition of a new division at the Durham fa- cility, specifically geared to ser- vicing the nuclear industry. "Ajax and Durham Region was not high on Siemens radar screen but we did a market assessment and identified the strong auto- motive and energy sectors here," says Bill Smith, now general manager of the Ajax office. Par- ticularly, he says, it was the strong cluster of energy sector business, led by Ontario Power Generation's two major nuclear plants that prompted his compa- ny to expand their operations here. As he points out, two signif- icant energy generating plants operating within a close geo- graphical proximity to each other is a rare commodity. "You don't find that situation pretty much anywhere else in the world. The generation coming from Durham is probably greater than any other province in Canada aside from Quebec," he relates. And with that intensification of capi- tal, comes human resources, and business opportunity, he points out. Siemens, like many other com- panies, has taken notice and ex- panded operations here. A strong cluster of uniquely skilled work- ers and specialized companies have together created a new dri- ving force in Durham Region. Mr. Smith compares the energy skill base and general awareness of the industry here to the high-tech community of Silicon Valley. In fact, the strength of the en- ergy sector here played a vital role in Oshawa being awarded the first new university in this province in 40 years, says George Bereznai, dean of energy engi- neering and nuclear science at the University of Ontario Insti- tute of Technology, UOIT. Aside from the educational benefits of having a university within the re- gion, the economic spin-off is es- timated to be worth billions of dollars to the local economy in the next decade. "The (close) distance from the plants was a critical aspect," of the government's decision to site the university here, says Dr. Bereznai. "UOIT, in general, was established by the government as a market-focussed university." When determining the needs of industry, it was clear the energy sector needed more highly- skilled graduates, and soon to replace the many engineers and scientists poised to retire within the nuclear industry in the next decade. The industry is going to require a large influx of the spe- cialized workers to fill that void. Aside from a nuclear option at McMaster University that turns out about a dozen grads a year, the province had no other univer- sity program specifically geared to the industry, relates Dr. Berez- nai. When considering the loca- tion, Durham seemed ideal. And it's not just the proximity of the power plants, he says. "There are many supporting in- dustries. Research is going to be facilitated by such geographical closeness. It's so much easier from a human contact and phys- ical contact," point of view. It's a symbiotic relationship, he points out. Experts from these compa- nies can assist with student's studies and conversely, the uni- versity will be able to provide re- search information that will as- sist the industry. While nuclear may be the jump-off point for Durham's strength in energy, by no means is it limited there, says Pat Olive, economic development commis- sioner for the Region. "We have taken it on as a major sector," says Mr. Olive, who adds the Region is being marketed worldwide by the Greater Toron- to Marketing Alliance as the place to locate for energy tech- nology, not just nuclear. Within Durham, he says, 12 companies have formed a committee to work on alternative energies such as wind turbine manufacturing, which is currently primarily fo- cused in Europe. There are no current North American manu- facturers of the turbines, some- thing this consortium would like to change, he says. Durham's pursuit of alterna- tive energy manufacturing could- n't come at a better time. The Province recently released a re- port on energy and it plans to focus efforts on future generation stability. That report, combined with the recent black-out, which has drawn unprecedented atten- tion to the state of Ontario's elec- tricity sector, are placing new em- phasis, and opening up new fund- ing for energyR&D. And then there are the major projects like ITER, the Interna- tional Thermonuclear Experi- mental Reactor, an energy re- search project estimated to be worth upwards of $10 billion in spin-off revenue for the host country of the research facility. With the energy infrastructure here, Durham is one of the top contenders to win hosting rights of the facility when the decision is made next month. The Canadian government is still deciding whether to invest in the project along with the other G-8 part- ners but the point is, says Clar- ington Mayor John Mutton, whether or not the federal gov- ernment decides ITER is a good investment, the world has al- ready decided Clarington is a good investment. "Many of the delegates have in- dicated Canada, and thereby Clarington, is their first choice to host the project,” he says. Although Mayor Mutton would be extremely disappointed if the federal government doesn't come to the table when cabinet makes a decision on ITER in the next couple of weeks, the point is Clarington and Durham are ide- ally positioned for this type of high-tech energy research and development or further energy generation plants. AECL, Atomic Energy Canada Limited, is currently developing the Advanced CANDU Reactor (ACR), a new less costly, more ef- ficient reactor than current CANDU technology. The mayor says when the new reactors are ready for construction within the next decade, a Darlington B plant, and all the business that would come with it, could be in the cards. "I have heard Natural Re- sources Canada has deemed Clarington is the site for ACRS and it is perfectly situated to host the ACRS, especially with the nu- clear program right next door at UOIT. The economic develop- ment spin-offs would just be tremendous in Clarington and Durham and would further our title to energy capital of Canada." Pickering Mayor Wayne Arthurs suggests when the Pick- ering nuclear plants eventually reach the end of their life-span, the plants have the transmission infrastructure in place to be used for alternative forms of genera- tion. That idea fits in perfectly with the Region's vision. "We are looking at the tech- nologies being developed and we are looking at developing new technologies ourselves," says Mr. Olive. "There's a lot more to ener- gy than just nuclear. We've dug a little deeper and have come up with a heck of a lot of others." Durham Region Can Do Ron Boss, control room shift operating supervisor and Tim Miller authorized nuclear operator review systems at the Ontario Power Generation Pickering A nuclear generating station. While the nuclear industry has powered the energy sector in Durham, the industry here has taken on a life of its own with diversification and off-shoot businesses. ONTARIO'S ELECTRICITY GENERATION Ontario has one of the largest electrical power generation systems in the world. More than 90 plants produce over 30,000 megawatts of electricity. However, not all this capacity is available at any one time because of scheduled maintenance and other factors. The Ontario grid also has the capacity to import and export up to 4,000 megawatts of electricity. As of June, 2003, Ontario's electricity generation capability was: Amount Produced Nuclear 10,836 Megawatts Coal 7,546 Oil/Gas 4,364 Hydroelectric 7,669 Miscellaneous 66 (Biomass, Landfill Gas, Waste, Wind, Solar) Source: Independent Electricity Market Operator BBiillll SSmmiitthh,, SSiieemmeennss iinn CCaannaaddaa Two nuclear plants in such close proximity offers a rare business opportunity. DDrr.. GGeeoorrggee BBeerreezznnaaii The proximity of a strong energy section was a significant factor in attracting UOIT to Durham. MMaayyoorr JJoohhnn MMuuttttoonn Clarington and Durham have all the attributes to draw further energy investment. This is the eighth of a 12-part series on Durham business and the working lives of its residents. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, September 21, 2003 PAGE 15 P This OctoberThis October Durham Business Times Editorial focused on the challenges of operating a small business and salute to Small Business Week. 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Simcoe St. Price is plus taxes, lic., ins., admin. Former daily rentals. Environmental due diligence not done, says Pickering BByy LLeesslleeyy BBoovviiee Staff Writer PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG — The City of Pickering is taking legal action against the Province, alleging it didn’t do a proper environ- mental assessment before an- nouncing the Seaton land swap. But, local MPP Janet Ecker says the City is putting the cart before the horse because the time for an EA has simply not yet arrived. “How can anyone determine what land will be developed and swapped until they deter- mine what is inappropriate land?” said Ward 1 Regional Councillor Maurice Brenner, leading the charge at Monday night’s council session. “The Province has said Seaton has been studied to death but how could that be, when an environmental as- sessment hasn’t even been done?” he added. Coun. Brenner argued there is precedent considering the Ontario Realty Corporation (ORC) stands trial later this month on similar allegations. A justice of the peace has charged the ORC for allegedly not conducting an adequate study of how the Rouge River and the remains of a native vil- lage would be affected when it sold lands for a cemetery in Markham. The provincial gov- ernment is swapping lands it owns in Seaton with privately owned lands in Richmond Hill and Uxbridge. But before de- velopers “come to the table” as new owners of Seaton, a full environmental assessment (EA) needs to be done, said Coun. Brenner. There was no reference to an EA in the Province’s recent request for proposals in plan- ning a development area for Seaton, he said. There have been rumblings about an EA but only of a Class B nature, he said. “That’s not good enough. A Class B assessment is a very weak assessment without wide public involvement,” Coun. Brenner added. “We know about cold water creeks in those lands. We know about native burial lands in that area.” At the same time, the Province has introduced Bill 25, which passed first reading in May, he said. If approved, it will allow the government to remove all requirements for an EA when deemed necessary for the building of new trans- portation corridors, Coun. Brenner added. Ward 3 Regional Councillor Rick Johnson was the only member of council, who disagreed with the idea. “I have difficulty understanding an EA on a land transaction. I don’t know of an EA that has taken place before a land swap,” he said. “And I have difficulty spending more tax- payers money in legal action.” A map of the development area re- leased earlier to council showed no environmentally sensitive areas would be developed, just open fields and farmland, said Coun. Johnson. Members of the North Pickering Land Exchange Team declined to comment about the decision, citing the upcoming provincial election. Local MPP Janet Ecker wouldn’t discuss the details of an EA, calling it “an issue of ownership” and confi- dential until the land swap is final- ized. But, she reaffirmed her govern- ment’s commitment to protecting 53 per cent of Seaton as environmental- ly sensitive and said any deal with developers will be public and re- quired to go before an independent fairness commissioner. “Not one shovel should go in the ground before the proper growth studies and public consultation is done. And when I say growth stud- ies, I mean growth studies not paid for by developers,” she said, taking a poke at the City’s growth manage- ment study. An EA is the process for all new projects, said Ms. Ecker, adding nothing in Bill 25 says, “a govern- ment can wake up one day” and de- cide to change that. City to battle Province on Seaton MMAAUURRIICCEE BBRREENNNNEERR Class B assessment is very weak. P PAGE 16 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, September 21, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Weekly Sunday feature keeps readers informed about current health issues. For More Information Call 905-683-5110 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. PHARMASAVE® We take a personal interest in your health ...but too much sugar can be hazardous to your health, especially if you suffer from diabetes. 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Take Back Your Health Today 220 Food Test (no needles) Mineral Analysis Body Analysis Detoxify & Cleanse Accurate Lab tests Great Food Menu Plans Allergy, Detox & Weight Control Clinic Ages 4 to 100 Single appointment and/or 5-step program How to get a peaceful, easy feeling All sorts of studies have been done that show having a pet can help reduce stress and lower blood pressure and be an overall benefit to your health. But no one has been able to pinpoint exactly why. It could be because people physiologically r elax around pets or because people can always count on pets to be non-judgmental and by their side. Research has been done that shows people who have suffered an illness benefit more if they own a pet. Pet owners who have had a heart attack survive longer than those who do not own a pet. For people who are strongly attached to their pets, the benefit is especially pronounced. Having a pet is not best for everyone, however. The benefits of having a pet work best with people who like animals and those who aren’t allergic to them. Research studies show that animals also help reduce anxiety. A 1984 University of Pennsylvania study showed that watching tropical fish in an aquarium was as effective as hypnosis in relieving anxiety in patients who were going to have dental surgery. Patients were able to focus their attention on something other that the surgery, thus their fear was reduced. A 1986 study by the University of Minnesota suggested that having a gerbil, f inch and/or fish in a waiting room of a doctor helped calm children who were anxious about seeing the doctor. People tend to respond to animals in ways that they never would to people. It is because of this that animals are often used to help reach emotionally distant or alienated people. Bringing dogs and cats to nursing homes and children’s hospitals has helped bring happiness to people who are depressed, lonely, bored and isolated. Pets can also make for more social interaction. The British Journal of Psychology showed that people who walked dogs tend to have more social interactions during the course of a day than people without a dog. This is because a person with a dog seems less threatening and easier to approach. And having a dog makes for a safe topic, like what kind of dog it is or how friendly it is. Pets offer unconditional love and their interest in you can validate your worth as a person. The physical effects pets have on people are rooted in emotional responses. Dog owners visit their doctors less than non-dog owners do. Dogs reduce stress levels and improve their owner’s physical ability to withstand emotional events, such as a death in the family or a major illness. For people without children, pets offer an outlet for nurturing instincts. 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Winners may go directly to Baskin Robbins to receive their FREE cake. (Please provide identification) PRIZE VALID UNTIL SAT., SEPTEMBER 27, 2003 & 1794 Liverpool Road Pickering 905-831-5431 THIS WEEK’S CAKE WINNERS ARE: 1. Quin McLane 2. Richard Saunders 3. Naomi CampbellBASKIN ROB BI NS50-ISH BIRTHDAY A birthday message to Judy Gray: “Now that I have gone off to universi- ty and left you all alone, I just want you to know how much I love and miss you. And, because I can’t be with you on your birth- day, I hope this fills the void. Missing you so very much. Happy birthday and love from Nicole. To my very special Mom, Judy Gray, on Sept 11. Her age is 50 something.” 16TH BIRTHDAY Diana Aldridge of Ajax turned ‘Sweet 16’ on Sept. 12. Happy birthday wishes from Mom Janis, Dad Dave, sister Cassie, and Mr. Purr. ENGAGEMENT “Christine and Ralph Glidden are pleased to announce the engage- ment of their daughter, Catherine Glidden, to Neil Enhaynes, son of Antonia and Antonio Enhaynes. The happy couple are planning to marry in the fall of 2004. Love and best wishes from your friends and family.” 10TH BIRTHDAY “It’s double digits from Alanna Elbertsen. Happy 10th birthday sweetheart. We hope you enjoyed your celebration. Love and best wishes from Mummy, Daddy, Joshua, Zipper, Gilmore, Santa, Squirt, your grandparents, aunts, un- cles, cousins, and espe- cially Austin.” FIFTH BIRTHDAY “Our dear Julia Fojan Mahta turned five on Sept. 11. Happy birthday Julia joon. You’re a reader now. Best wishes from Mommy, Daddy, Emma, Maman, Granny, Fedra, Daie, Khale Minoo, Uncle Martin, Uncle John, aunts, uncles and cousins from Asia and England, Arthur, Baba and Millon.” 25TH ANNIVERSARY On July 29, June and Richard Lambden cele- brated 25 years of wed- ded bliss. They met in England while playing in a mixed rugby game. They now have two wonderful teenage children - Nicholas and Samantha. The couple celebrated with a long-awaited trip to Hawaii. Best wishes from all their friends and family. 12TH BIRTHDAY Happy 12th birthday to Nicholas Ramsahoye on Aug. 30. With lots of love from Mom, Dad, sis- ter Stephanie and Uncle Rich. Best wishes. FOURTH BIRTHDAY Birthday wishes went out to Naomi Theresa Campbell, who turned four Aug. 28. “Happy birthday Naomi. You bring us all love and happiness. We love you very much, Mom, Dad, brother Nicholas, Grandmas and Grandpas.” BIRTHDAYS Aug. 31 brought the 80th birthday of Mary Murdoch. She was born and raised within two miles of her present home. Her only grand- child, Allyssa Harman, again shared a gala with Grandmama, as she turned two on Sept. 5. Wishing the birthday girls love and best wishes are their family and friends, especially their room- mates R.T., Martha Jean and Ray. SIXTH BIRTHDAY “Happy birthday to our wonderful daughter, Can- dace, who turned six Aug. 20. We hope you had a great time celebrating with family and friends. Candace and baby broth- er Tyler also wished their Mommy a happy birthday on Aug. 24.” WEDDING “Daymon and Melissa were happily married on July 7 at the Whitby wa- terfront. Thank you to all family and friends who shared in the special day. Looking back at the past, driving forward into the future.” BIRTHDAYS “Cousins born on the same day celebrate mile- stone birthdays. Sept. 17 is a double celebration. Happy birthday to Tonya Proniuk, who turned 18, and happy birthday to Lexi Boyko, who turned one. We love you both very much, from Lorri and Terry, Laura and Terry, and grandparents Babchu and Deedo.” SECOND BIRTHDAY Happy second birth- day on Sept. 7 to Victoria Vos. “You have won the hearts of so many people with your beautiful smile and adorable personality. Love always from Mommy, Daddy, Alexis and Michelle.” FIRST BIRTHDAY “Happy first birthday wishes went out to Chase Earle Sept. 16. “You’ve brought so much joy and happiness to our lives. Boo-Boo, we love you so much. Hugs and kisses from Mommy, Daddy, Jesse and Pepe.” 40TH BIRTHDAY “Laura Sawicky turned 40 on Sept. 3. We could- n’t find any ‘nasty’ pic- tures of you Mom. Con- gratulations on complet- ing your MA. We’re so proud of you! Love from Mike, Stefan, Katrina, Shannon and Buddy.” THIRD BIRTHDAY “Happy third birthday to Quin McLane Sept. 16. Quin reports to hockey training camp this month and we couldn’t be more proud! You’re the best buddy. We love you, from Mommy, Daddy, Jessie, Nana, Poppa, friends and family.” ENGAGEMENT “Liz and Daniel Mel- lecke of Kincardine, On- tario wish to announce the engagement of their daughter, Melissa Joy Mellecke, to Nicholas Stanley Harvey, son of Candace and Stanley Harvey of Pickering. The wedding will be in Kincar- dine in June, 2004. THIRD BIRTHDAY “Happy birthday wishes to Richard Saunders, as he celebrates his third birthday Sept. 22. With all our love, hugs and kisses, Mom and Dad.” WEDDING Pamela (nee Wiles) and Steve Rosebrook wed on Aug. 23. Family and friends will miss them, as they start their new lives together in Texas. SECOND BIRTHDAY “On Sept. 7, our special grandson and nephew, Shemar, turned two. May God bless you and pro- tect you always. Endless love from your extremely proud grandparents Verna and Carlos, Aunty Symone, Great-Grandma Sheila and family, Great- Grandpa Lloyd in New York, Grandma Linda in California and Great- Grandpa Captain Vic in Dominica. Greetings also from aunts, uncles and cousins in the U.S., Great Britain and West Indies. We love you Shemar.” FIFTH BIRTHDAY Birthday wishes went out to Joey on Sept. 17. “Happy fifth birthday! Love from Mommy, Grandma, Papa, Debbie, Marc and all your friends and family.” www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, September 21, 2003 PAGE 19 A/P Sale prices end Saturday, October 4, 2003, while quantities last our biggest selection at our best prices…Sears Days Excludes special order tires Save 28 % RoadHandler®ESPRIT PLUS PASSENGER TIRES Sale, from 38.87 each. P155/80R13. 100,000 km Tread Wearout Warranty*. #38000 series.Other sizes, sale 43.91-71.27 each Sale, from 7988 each. P175/70R13 MICHELIN®AGILITY PREMIUM PASSENGER TIRES 130,000 km Tread Wearout Warranty*. #79000 series. Other sizes, sale 93.88-126.88 each Sale, from 7188 each. P215/75R15 RoadHandlerASSURETY SUV/LT TRUCK TIRES 60,000-80,000 km Tread Wearout Warranty* depending on style. #31000 series. Other sizes, sale 79.88-123.88 each Save 18% RoadHandlerICE AND SNOW PLUS Sale, from 40.99 each. 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The questions were a condensed version of 90 questions put together from region committees like health and social services, and the Durham Regional Police Service. Sent out over a month ago, the Re- gion has only heard back from five candidates in the entire region, Mr. Anderson said. John O’Toole, Con- servative MPP in Durham riding, Wayne Arthurs, the mayor of Picker- ing who’s also the Liberal candidate in Ajax-Pickering-Uxbridge, Cathy McKeever, the Freedom Party candi- date for the Durham Riding, plus people on behalf of the NDP and Green Party were the respondents. “One would think the candidates would want to get their thoughts out so residents can get their perspec- tive,” said Mr. Anderson. “These issues will be brought for- ward to the Province either through the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, municipalities themselves, the regions...They’ll (MPPs) have to make decisions. It’s only fair we know their take on it.” Under regional responsibilities, questions included whether candi- dates favour a referendum for tax hikes, would stop downloading onto municipalities, how they would im- plement Smart Growth recommen- dations, what their plans are for the 407 through Durham and how to sup- port agriculture and transit. The po- lice posed questions about photo radar, the national sex offender reg- istry, a new courthouse in Durham, counter-terrorist responses and red- light cameras. Candidates had a deadline of Monday, Sept. 15. 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The Ontario Government is still deliberating on accrediting the program, but should the program be recognized students could receive a credit towards an Ontario high school diploma or even a university degree, much like those earned through the Royal Conservatory of Music. The program is widely used and accepted in England and other parts of Europe and China. It was introduced to Canada a couple of years ago and has since been accredited from British Columbian to Manitoba. Acceptance in Ontario would standardize lessons allowing students to move from one instructor to another and still work towards their certificate. Legend Music is the RGT’s official examination centre and lesson house for instructors and students in the Ajax and Pickering areas exclusively. Student exams range from preliminary to Grade 8. A certified examiner using examinations validated through the London College of Music and Thames Valley University tests students yearly. Teachers can be registered at three different levels depending on their abilities. For information regarding lessons contact Legend Music at 905-837-2839 or legendmusic@on.aibn.com LEGEND MUSIC BRINGS NEW CERTIFICATE PROGRAM TO DURHAM PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG — Organizers are calling last weekend’s Terry Fox Run in Picker- ing a success. Participants raised a total of $146,624 in pledges, more than $20,000 than the year be- fore. “We’re getting more awareness. People are do- nating more heavily,” said organizer Sandra Arm- strong. “The Terry Fox Run has really become the charity of choice for some people because they like that proceeds go directly to cancer re- search.” However, the number of runners was down this year from about 200 to 180. That’s a concern, said Ms. Armstrong, who feels the future of the event de- pends on participation, not just dollars raised. Organizers are already looking towards next year’s event. A core group of 10 volunteers has been heading up the Pickering run over the past few years. Ms. Armstrong has been with the run for four years, the first of which raised $23,000 in 2000. From there, pledges climbed to $45,000 in 2001 and ballooned even fur- ther to reach $120,000 in 2002.Pickering organizers also raised an additional $20,000 through a Terry Fox golf tournament hosted earlier this month. Pickering Fox run totals up from last year Members of the Pickering Swim team began the trek on the Terry Fox Run held last weekend. The event raised $20,000 more than last year’s event. Jenn Forrest/ News Advertiser photo Defending senior football champs dump Dunbarton BByy AAll RRiivveetttt Sports Editor PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG —— The St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Monarchs were a little like the postal service in their Durham senior football opener Friday afternoon. Neither gusting wind, nor driving rain, not even Hurri- cane Isabel could slow down the Monarchs from an ap- pointment with victory in Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletics (LOSSA) opener against the Dunbar- ton High School Spartans at St. Mary. Playing in abysmal weather conditions, the Monarchs - led by quarter- back Erik Glavic - were still able to throw the ball with authority in chalking up a decisive 34-0 victory over Pickering rival Dunbarton High. Although billed as a 'Bat- tle of Whites Road' and a re- match from last year's LOSSA final where the Monarchs just barely got past a surging Spartans squad 21-14, this game was anything but close. In fact, St. Mary led 14-0 at half time and continued to pile up the points in the last half of the game. Monarchs' head coach Gordon Judges noted his players were able to take the game to the Spartans on both sides of the ball to come away with the com- fortable victory. "We got an excellent effort from all areas of the game -- offensive, defensive, kicking, the ground game and through the air," says Judges. "This was as good of a season opener as we've ever had, but it doesn't mean anything. We're just going to move on to the next game." Surprisingly, the Mon- archs' offence defied tradi- tional logic on this day, stat- ing that in atrocious weath- er conditions, the best course of action is to play it safe and keep the ball on the ground. Throwing conven- tional wisdom to the wind, St. Mary pivot Glavic pre- ferred the pass, as the Mon- archs scored most of their points in the air. Judges says he and Glavic discussed how best to move the ball prior to kickoff. Both agreed it was best to put the ball in the air. "Erik and I came out on the field an hour before the game. He tested the wind and told me 'I think I can throw the ball in this' and he sure as heck did," says Judges. Glavic's favourite target was wide receiver Aaron Racioppa. The two hooked up for well over 100 yards in the air and combined for three touchdowns. A 70-yard pass from Glav- ic that hit Racioppa on the dead run from 70 yards out was the highlight of the con- test. Racioppa outran the Dunbarton coverage to haul in the long bomb at the 25- yard line and ran into the end zone unmolested. The touchdown play put the score at 14-0 and went a long way to deflating the Spartans. Jesse Andrews and Eric Robinson also scored ma- jors. Jermaine Orahm added a two-point convert and Glavic added two con- verts. P PAGE 22 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, September 21, 2003 www.durhamregion.com SSppoorrttss SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2003 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ AL RIVETT, SPORTS EDITOR 905-683-5110 EXT. 250 At their peak Panthers’ bantams win Summits event See page 23 For More Information Call: academy of hockey excellence 905-431-0166 LEARN TO LEARN TO SKATE SKATE (for toddlers to adults) Kelly Nicholson Thurs. Sept. 25th 6 pm to 7:30 pm Art Thompson Arena FINAL REGISTRATION: Classes taught on state-of-the-art Synthetic Super Ice and Real Ice Mini Rink FEATURED INSTRUCTOR: 10 Week Sessions - Tues., Wed., Thurs., & Sat. starting September 27th Hurricane and Spartans can’t stop Monarchs Ron Pietroniro/News Advertiser photo St. Mary Monarchs’ receiver Jason Bulgin leaps in the air to get away from Dunbarton Spartans’ Dan Walker during LOSSA senior football action Friday. The Monarchs won 34-0. Pickering rep girls blank Erin Mills for under-12 provincial title PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG —— Ontario Cup champions! That's what the Pickering Power 1991 girls' rep soccer team can call itself after a solid victory in the Ontario Cup final for the under-12 age group at the Coffee Time Centre in Vaughan on Sept. 7. After a slow start to the proceedings, the Power put it all together in the sec- ond half to post a well-earned 2-0 victo- ry over the Erin Mills Eagles to capture the coveted Cup, emblematic of minor soccer supremacy in the province. The teams were nervous and tenta- tive from the start, yet once those first few tackles happened the anxiety changed to adrenaline and the teams started to settle into the game. The first half ended in a scoreless tie. In the second half, the Power began to exert pressure and take the play to the Eagles. The Power scored 10 min- utes into the second half to take a 1-0 lead. Pickering added an insurance marker several minutes later to secure the On- tario Cup title. The championship victory was the culmination of a two-month quest that took the Pickering Power girls across Ontario. The team started its march toward the Ontario Championship by taking a bus trip to Sault Ste Marie for the tour- nament round of the Ontario Cup in July. The Power played three games, defeating the host Soo Civics 2-0. Next, against the London Hurricanes, the Power played to a come-from-behind 1- 1 draw. The equalizer came with mere minutes to play. In the tournament final against the North Mississauga Twisters, with the winner advancing to the Ontario Cup quarter-finals, the Pickering girls emerged with a 4-1 victo- ry. The next stop was a trip to Kanata for the quarter-final game last month. The Power started quickly, in fact they scored 47 seconds into the first half and went on to win 3-0. The win placed the Power in the semifinals at Esther Shiner Stadium in late August against the Burlington Challenge. The Power scored three times in the first half and added four in the second en route to a decisive 7-0 victory over Burlington to set up a date with Erin Mills in the final. Team members are Sarah Dobush, Ka- trina Clarke, Michelle Dixon, Gaetana Gianfriddo, Jenna Smith, Sarah Brown, Charlene Gibbons, Kailey Chappell, Amber Pollari, Kristian Visconti, Nicol- lette Evans, Carolyn Hintze, Laura Taglioni, Alannah Wakefield, Arin King, and Sarah Litherland. Special thank to Megan Cassells who made the trip to Sault Ste Marie with the team for the tournament. Ian Brown coaches the team, assisted by Mike King. The trainer is Angie King and the manager is Paul Dixon. Ontario Cup champs PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG —— Pickering Panthers Sheridan Dental bantam 'AA' rep hockey team finally reached the Summit while playing in a tournament in Toronto last weekend. After three attempts at winning the champi- onship at the Hillcrest Summits tournament over the years, the Panthers carried off the hardware after demolishing the Scarborough Young Bru- ins 11-1 in the champi- onship. Pickering controlled the game from start to finish scoring five goals in the first period and never looked back. Michael Carey led the way with a hat trick, Michael Mayne and Kyle Ramsay each had two goals. Drew Stark, Ian Doherty, Shawn Watson and Blake Coul- tice scored single. Assists went to Ryan Lamanna, Ramsay and Doherty with three, Craig Watters, Carey, and Coultice with two each, and Steven Shanks, Travis Hendry, Steven Moses, Nick, John- ston, and Watson with one apiece. James Balsdon was sharp in net. The Panthers reached the final with a close 3-2 victory over the Markham Islanders in the semifi- nals. Lamanna led the way with two goals; Shawn Watson and Ian Doherty each had one goal. Doher- ty and Morra added two assists apiece; Ramsay, Johnston, Coultice and Watters had one each. Kevin Prebble was spec- tacular in goal. In the round robin, the Panthers destroyed Lea- side 9-0 with Balsdon earning the shutout. Stark netted a hat trick and added two assists. Also scoring were Johnston and Coultice each with two goals, Watson and Lamanna with singles. Other assists went to Wat- son with three, Shanks, Ramsay, Doherty each with two, Morra, Hendry, Lamanna, Carey, Coultice, Watters and Moses with one apiece. In Game 2, Pickering defeated the West Mall Lightning 6-1. Moses led with two goals and an as- sist. Watson, Ramsay, Coultice and Carey also scored. Other assists went to Hendry with two, Morra, Shanks, Lamanna, Carey, Doherty, Watters, Stark, and Johnston. The third game ended in a 3-3 draw with the Markham Islanders. Morra, Watson and Do- herty scored. Johnston, Carey, Hendry, Ramsay and Shanks assisted. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, September 21, 2003 PAGE 23 P Want to know what’s happening in Pickering? BE INFORMED! Check Wednesday’s paper each week for complete details CUSTOM UPGRADES INCLUDED WITH ALL RENOVATION PROJECTS BOOKED THIS MONTH! 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Check for details. “BEST AVAILABLE RATES” “PRIVATE FUNDS AVAILABLE” Refinancing debt consolidation a specialty For FAST PROFESSIONAL SERVICE CALL 905-666-4986 From 4.85% for 5 years. 1st & 2nd Mortgages to 100% Condos Rental Properties Advertising Feature PICKERING FOCUS ON BUSINES S To advertise in this feature please call INSIDE SALES at 905-683-0707 Sandra Dee has a special touch when it comes to bringing furniture back to life. Just look at the photos here. This rocking chair had damaged upholstery, a missing leg, the wood was painted and it had loose glue joints. But look at the photo at right. You wouldn’t know it was the same chair. “I completely stripped and fin- ished it,” she says. “I also duplicated the missing leg, rebuilt the rest of the chair and reupholstered it. The own- ers couldn’t believe it when they saw the finished result.” Sandra is the owner of Sandra Dee’s Furniture Restoration and if you visit her website at www.san- dradees.com, you’ll see more dramat- ic transformations in her gallery. Sandra apprenticed with a German craftsman for six years and was taught the art of traditional furni- ture construction repair and finishing. Established in 1997, Sandra Dee's Furniture Restoration, offers a variety of services. Sandra, provides quality crafts- manship and value for your dollar. Her two assistants strip furniture with lightning speed and accuracy, do colour matching, touch-ups and fin- ishing, and ensure all projects are completed quickly and to the cus- tomer's complete satisfaction. Missing pieces are designed and constructed to match the furniture. Instead of brackets and screws, Sandra uses dowel, mortise and dove- tail joints as they were used when the furniture was originally built. “What I do is use the same wood and method of construction as the original piece to preserve its authenticity and originality,” says Sandra. For more information, or to inquire about having a piece of furni- ture finished or re-finished, contact Sandra Dee at (905) 426-5992. The Special Touch of Sandra Dee’s Furniture Restoration WE SELL & SERVICE •DUCT CLEANING •BOILERS •FIREPLACES •ELECTRONIC & HEPA AIR CLEANERS •DUCTLESS A/C’s •WINDOW A/C’s •SPACE PAK A/C’s CALL FOR FREE ESTIMATE! 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Knowledge of real estate soft- ware and PC Law is essential as well as a minimum of 5 years pre- vious experience. Apply in writing to File # 938, Oshawa This Week . P.O. BOX 481, Oshawa, ON. L1H 7L5 WE'RE GROWING AGAIN!#1 pro- motional marketing company in Canada seeks 10 management- trainees. Experience not necessary, enthusiasm a must. Call Sarah @(905) 576-5523 for preliminary interview. Drivers509 DRIVERS WANTED,small flatbed trucking co, now hiring valid AZ drivers for U.S. runs on late model trucks. 2 years min. exp. Clean criminal record, abstract required. 40cents/mi., no east coast, approx. 2500 mi/wk. Lazy dri- vers need not apply. Fax to 905-623- 7560. DRIVERS TO lease trucks, Large U.S. company now hiring valid AZ drivers to lease trucks. No money down, min. start up, 36mo. lease, flatbed loads,pay in U.S. funds, 35% of pay before you load. Clean criminal record and abs- tract required. Ont. based. Fax to 905- 623-7560. Above average rate of pay. AZ DRIVER.Clean abstract, Daily run to Buffalo. Minimum 2 years experi- ence. Call Fred 905-686-3275 or 905- 428-9223 AZ DRIVERS for small local com- pany. U.S. experience, Reefer expe- rience preferred. Full time. Call Greg 905-509-8262 or fax 905- 509-8265 AZ DRIVERS NEEDED Clean abstract and U. S. experience. Full or part time. Benefit package. 2 day trips from Ajax. (416)417-6948 General Help510 30X30 NEED 30 people by the 30th. Entry level positions, apply today, start tomorrow. Customer service, sales, campaign coordi- nators and mgmt. If you are pos- itive and professional, we will train. $400=$600 weekly to start. 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We are a Tier 1 automotive supplier who has full time openings available in January 2004 in our Whitby facility for the position of Production Associate . The position includes working on a fast paced assembly line with a focus on safety, quality and teamwork. D o y ou p ossess p roof of a G rade 12 D i plo m a and can w ork rotating day and af tern oon sh i f ts? I nterested in applying? You can complete an e mployment application in p erson at th e Whitby C url ing Clu b. When: Tuesday September 30th, 2003 Wednesday October 1st, 2003 Time: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Where: Whitby C url ing Clu b 815 B rock Street S outh J o h nson C ontrol s is not accep ting applications or phone calls at th eir facil ity. A ll applications w i ll be revie wed re g ardl ess of date and tim e th at th e y are received . We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Johnson Controls is an equal opportunity employer. The Easter Seal Society, Ontario is dedicated to helping young children, youth, and young adults with physical disabilities achieve their full potential and future independence. Easter Seals funds disability solutions through financial assistance, summer camp, the Recreational Choices funding program, research, advocacy, and public and consumer education. Currently, we have the following opportunity... District Manager - Durham Region Working from your home office, you will be accountable for building, strengthening, and supporting a volunteer infrastructure to facilitate year-round fundraising activities and revenue goals. You will be responsible for creating awareness of our organization with a geographic territory while supporting our mission of helping kids with disabilities succeed. Your enthusiasm and energy are complemented by your ability to take initiative in a fast-paced, independent, and goal oriented environment. Your strong sense of urgency and independent drive to get things done together with positive, motivational, and persuasive communication and customer service skills are vital for this role. You have a post-secondary education or the equivalent with 1-3 years experience in fundraising, special events, customer service, and working with volunteers. Competency with MS Office applications, a valid driver’s licence, and access to a vehicle is also required. To explore this position further please forward your resume and cover letter indicating the position applied for by Friday, September 26, 2003 to: Regional Manager The Easter Seal Society, Ontario 65 Cedar Pointe Drive, Unit 806A Barrie, Ontario L4N 5R7 Email: jhyde@easterseal.org Fax: (705) 737-9951 We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Easter Seals is committed to hiring a workforce inclusive of the diverse population it serves, and, wherever possible to provide job opportunities for persons with disabilities. PLEASE NOTE: Please send only one application via email/ original/or fax Freedom 55 Financial and design are trademarks of London Life Insurance Company. New Advisor Training Manager (Pickering) For information about this opportunity and to submit your résumé visit us online at www.londonlife.com/careers/default.asp London Life Human Resources, T-005 255 Dufferin Ave. London, ON N6A 4K1 Fax: (519) 435-7330 • Legal Administrative Assistant • Law Clerk • Medical Office Assistant • Esthetics and Salon Operations • Personal Support Worker (PSW) LEGAL ADMINISTRATION HEALTH CARE • Network Administrator (MCSA) 30 SECURITY OFFICERS REQUIRED IMMEDIATE LY To full fill New Client requirements Full training and benefit plan provided Positions a va ilable for : Well-groomed mature Individuals, with good communication skills M ust have own transportation to sites. A pply in person of fax Resume to Peter @ 9 0 5-579-80 28 214 King Street East, 2nd Floor, Oshaw a All new applicants must complete and pass pre- screen test 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help KIDS! KIDS! KIDS! - Ages 2+ - Wanted for TV, Movies & Video Jobs! No fees!! Men/women 16-65 yrs. Needed for same ! No extras. Parents Call (416) 221-3829 505 Careers 509 Drivers LIGHT INDUSTRIAL,long-term temp, Staff Plus will be interview- ing 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday. Sept. 23rd Wednesday, Sept. 24th, Whitby Iroquois Sports Complex, 500 Victoria St. Whitby ARE YOU INTERESTED in home decor? Call Gloria (Oshawa) (905)725-6122, Kim (Pickering) (905)839–2669 for details. Great opportunity for new displayers available through Oct 24th/03. Visit www.homeinteriors.com OWNER OPERATORS/AZ & DZ Company drivers, paid percentage. Running the Carolinas and the New England States out of Bowmanville Ontario. Need clean abstract, no criminal record. Call Executive Transportation at (905)697-1403. BUSY VARIETY store at Cango gas bar in Brooklin requires supervisor 6 a.m. - 2 p.m. Monday - Friday. Experience required. Apply within and ask for Manager, Cango Gas Station, 49 Winchester Rd., Brooklin (west of Hwy #12) COURIER DRIVERS required earn $600-$1200 weekly. Own car or van required. Knowledge of Toronto an asset. Call today (905)686–3506 DISPATCHER WANTED at Classique Airline Van Services. Hours 5 p.m.-12 p.m. Mon. - Fri. $10/hr. Must have excellent knowl- edge of the Durham Region. Good hand writing an asset. Apply in per- son: 980 Alliance Rd. Unit 5 Pickering, ask for Steve. DOMINO'S PIZZA is now hiring full-time Management for Durham Region. Experience an asset. Call Derek 905-718-8195 ECE AND ASSISTANT,energetic, reliable and fun loving, needed for growing daycare in Brooklin, Please call 905-655-3522. Ask for Tracy. EXPERIENCED PAINTER Min. 3 years experience. Impeccable work required for full-time hours. Own transportation. Call (905)655- 4483. FIBERGLASS PRODUCT Manufacturer located in Ajax is hir- ing for the following positions: Laminator & General Labour. Previous fiberglass and sandblast- ing experience an asset. Apply by fax: 905-428-1975 or email to: becky@plastiglas.on.ca FITNESS DEPOT IS currently look- ing for motivated, energetic indi- viduals to fill sales associate posi- tions. Part-time to start immedi- ately, evenings/weekends. Call Lee 905-839–1922. FRESH AIR,exercise and more. Suitable for students Call for a car- rier route in your area today. 905- 683–5117. GET PAID TO enjoy the outdoors. Staff needed for Canadian Tire hot dog carts. Year round employment. Benefits available. Flexible days. Fax resume to (905) 263-2700 or call (905) 263–4282 Leave mes- sage with the HOT DOGGERS. F/T YOUTH WORKERS required for therapeutic group home for emotion- ally disturbed and confused adoles- cents in the Durham region. $26,000 - $32,000 per yr. pending qualifica- tions. Fax resume to 905-579-3093 HAIRSTYLISTS WANTED, experi- enced with clientelle. Full or part- time. 2 positions available. GREAT HOURS, GREAT PAY, GREAT NEWLY RENOVATED SALON. North Oshawa. Call (905)576–5591 or (905)697-8123. HANDY PERSON/SERVICE techni- cian. Medium sized home builder looking for after sales service tech- nician. Minimum 5 years residen- tial construction experience required. Please forward your resume to (905) 686-9738. HOMEWORKERS NEEDED! Assembling Products, Mailing/Processing Circulars, Copy/Mailing/PC Disk Program. FREE INFORMATION at www.gifts- plus-online.com or send S.A.S.E.: Crafts, 8-7777 Keele St., Dept 113, Referent 7-107, Concord, Ontario, L4K 1Y7 INSIDE SALES,Bay Portrait Studio, Oshawa. Great $$$ ! Only mature people need apply. P/T & F/T. Training. 905-720-0853 or 647-293-3901 LICENSED BINGO CALLER required for Delta Bingo, no experi- enced required. Part time, days, evenings, weekends, must be flex- ible call 905-831–6959, or fax 905- 831-4210. MANDARIN RESTAURANT requires Host Staff, Buffet Attendant, Busperson & dishwash- er. Experience not necessary. Apply in person with photo ID from 2pm- 5pm, at 1725 Kingston Road, Pickering (Kingston/East of Brock Rd.). MATURE HELP REQUIRED. Must be available to work days and evenings. Willing to train right per- son. Apply at: Jefferson Cleaners, 1645 Dundas St. E., Whitby. Resumes accepted Mon.-Fri. only. No phone calls, apply in person. MATURE PERSON required to work weekends 11am-6pm (Saturdays, Sundays & holiday Mondays) at a new home develop- ment in Ajax. Vehicle a must. Fax resume to (905)426-4081. NOT GOING back to school? We are looking to fill 15 FT spots. All entry level and fast paced. If you like people, sports and travel, call Haley @ (905) 576-4425. PEOPLES TAXI - Taxi drivers, Dispatchers & Mechanics needed immediately for fast-growing com- pany. Male or female, part-time or full. 905-427–7770 PERFORMANCE ORTHOTICS has two openings for entry level posi- tions in our manufacturing plant in Pickering. Must have good verbal skills and able to work indepen- dently. Experience with small hand tools an asset. Will train. Fax resume 905-420-0877. PROGRESSIVE SALON in Courtice, is seeking full time licensed Hairstylist. Benefits, salary + commission. Timothy's (905)721-9810. RESUMES BEING ACCEPTED for site supervisor position with grow- ing company. Benefits available Sales oriented individuals with good people skills and a interest in working outdoors. Please fax resume to : (905) 263-2700 or call (905) 263–4282 leave message with Monroe Auto Glass. SHINGLERS & LABOURERS required for busy roofing company. Vehicle an asset. Call (905) 427–8613 SNACK BAR - mature counter help required for Delta Bingo Pickering, days, evenings and weekends, must be flexible. call 905-831–6959, or fax 905-831-4210. TELEPHONE SALES - no experience necessary. Salary plus commission, plus bonus, full and part time avail- able. Phone (905) 579–6222 TRAVEL CONSULTANTS full-time, experienced, energetic sales consul- tants required with Sable experience. Some evenings and Saturdays. Flexibility a must. Whitby/Ajax area. Fax reume to 905-683-6842 WELCOME WAGON is hiring commu- nity minded people. This position with P/T flexible hours requires car, com- puter/typewriter. Must be organized, a self motivated team play. E-mail and sales background an asset. Serious inquiries only. E-mail resumes to: gyork@cogeco.ca Visit our web site: www.welcomewagon.ca Salon & Spa Help514 BEAUTIFUL NEW SPA in Ajax is seeking estheticians. Must be avail- able days and evenings until 9p.m. Call Elaine 905-619–2639 ext.303. EXPERIENCED NAIL Technician and experienced Hair Stylist required for Pickering Town Centre location. Call Rosa at L'Attitudes. 905-420–1440. Maintenance Person required 3 days a week for Small retirement home in Pickering. Call Monday 905 839 5151 Enumeration/ Order Takers required $20./hr Avg Full training Provided! Call Catherine at 905-435-0518 P/T COUNTER & SERVER POSITIONS LATE EVENINGS. Bring Resume in person from 6-9pm JUST DESSERTS 1163 Kingston Rd, Pickering CARDINAL NANNIES & COMPANIONS INC. NANNIES NEEDED * Full & Part-Time * Live-in & Live-out Nannies for Children Call us for an interview 905-666-2228 or fax 905-666-9689 www.cardinalnannies.com 519 Dundas St. E. Unit #3 Whitby, ON Registration Officer Positions Required $20.00/hr Avg. We Train You! Call Arron (905) 435-0280 www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, September 21, 2003 PAGE 25 A/P 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers INTERVET CANADA Intervet International, a business unit of Akzo Nobel, is one of the world’s top 3 animal health companies. The company is dedicated to research and development, production and marketing of innovative, high quality animal health care products. The company’s product range includes vaccines for use in large and companion animals, poultry and fish, antiparasitics, anti- infectives, fertility products, feed additives and productivity enhancers. Intervet International employs over 5000 people worldwide and maintains a global distribution network of subsidiary companies in 55 countries, Intervet Canada being one. International sales were EURO 1.1 bln (CAD 1.6 bln) in 2002. Akzo Nobel, based in the Netherlands, serves customers throughout the world with healthcare products, coatings and chemicals. Consolidated sales 2002 were EURO 14 billion (CAD 21 bln). We employ 68,000 people in 75 countries. CONTROLLER Description of Duties: y Responsible for accounting, financial control and business analysis y Responsible for financial reporting to International headquarters y Resonsible for budget cycle y Back-up to Payroll (ADP) y Management of 3 accounting staff y Occasional national and international travel required y Part of the management team y Reporting to the General Manager Qualifications: y CA, CGA or CMA designation mandatory y 7-10 years of progressive experience in a small to mid-size company y Advanced MS Excel and Access skills required y Familiarity with Hyperion and Navision an asset y Hands-on attitude and proactive self-starter y Great communication skills required y Bilingualism is an asset (English/French) START DATE : December 2003 LOCATION : Whitby, Ontario The successful candidate will travel to Holland for a confirmative interview. Our Environment: y 47 employees (of which 23 are off site) y Non conventional, fun, friendly, open-minded, and fast-paced y Ethical, flexible, independent, and co-operative Compensation: y Salary is commensurate with experience. Contact: y Candidates are invited to submit a résumé to: Human Resources, Intervet Canada Ltd., 250 Water Street, Whitby, Ontario L1N 9T5, Fax (905) 430- 4449, or Email in MS Word format to: humanresources.ca@intervet.com y We thank all applicants for their response; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted . Quality and Service make the difference Pickering Appleone Employment Services is currently hiring for the following positions: • Assemblers • Grinders • Material Handlers/Forklift operators Long term temporary assignments Opportunities in Scarborough/Pickering. For an interview drop in to see us Mon-Fri, with SIN# and working references at 10:00am or 1:00pm 1794 Liverpool Road Pickering * if already registered with an Appleone please contact your branch. 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help Careerblowing HOT and COLD? Plug in HERE! Oshawa Mandy 905-576-4477 Bowmanville Barb 905-623-6444 You’re a Hairstylist with talent and you follow the trends, but your current job just isn’t cutting it. Put the life back in your career. Get the career jolt you’ve been looking for. Call today and join the First Choice Haircutters team. CARRIAGE HOUSE RETIREMENT RESIDENCE Has an opening for an experienced server. Applicants must be available for all shifts including weekends. Please apply with resume in person or mail to: 60 Bond Street East, Oshawa, L1G 8C9 or email to: carriagehouse@rogers.com DISPATCHER TRAINEE WANTED Fast-paced trucking company requires dispatch trainee. Excellent communica- tion skills needed. Once trained, you must be able to work nights and/or wee- kends. Please fax your resume to Frank Cassano at 905-404-6620. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest but only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help FORCED TO HIRE $22.00/HR Oshawa distribution co. requires 8 people in set-up and display depts. Advancement for fast learners. Over 18 and able start immediately. No experience. Full time. 40+hrs. per week. For interview call CALL MON -TUES ONLY 10 A.M. - 6 P.M. 905-720-1507 FORKLIFT MECHANIC For East End Distributor 5 yrs min. experience electric and propane for Road &Shop. Must have own tools and good driver's license. Competitive wage & benefits. Fax resume in confidence to: 905-427-8764 NEEDED NOW!! General Labours • Bowmanville • Pickering NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Competitive pay rates . Safety shoes a must. Apply to Global Human Resources recruiting on Mon. Sept. 22 10am-3pm at Howard Johnson Hotel, 143 Duke Street Bow m anville (Liberty & Baseline, North of 401) . All other weekdays apply to 777 Warden Ave., Suite #217 (South of Eglinton) 10am-3pm. GLOBA L HUMAN RESOURCE CENTRE INC. SALES & DELIVERY We require aggressive, self-motivated personnel with a G2 (minimum) drivers license for the above noted position. Make your future with a pace setting company that recognizes and rewards individuals with initiative and creativity. Interested candidates are incited to submit a resume in person to: Rental City - Baywood Centre Greg Worboy 75 Bayly St. W. Ajax, ON L1S 7X7 Lindsay, Oshawa, Ajax, Peterborough, Trenton & Growing! SEAMSTRESS/TAILOR/ CUSTOMER SERVICE We required enthusiastic individuals as Part-time seamstress/tailors, in our alterations business in the Pickering Town Centre, Pickering ON Experience on men's & women's alterations required. Must be prepared to work all shifts of day, evening and weekend hours. Duties include cash desk & customer service. To apply please bring your resume to the store. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer NOW HIRING STUDENTS for Appointment Coordinators $8.00 PER HR.TO START (905) 426-2796. Call Monday - Friday - 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. J O B F E S T TUESDAY, September 23 rdh , 2003 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM Get prepared! Stop by before the Job Fest for help with your cover letter, resume and interview tips! ❏ Bring your Resume! ❏ Come talk with Employers! ❏ Check out tons of New Job Postings! ❏ Register for Employment Programs! YMCA Durham Employment Services & Youth Foyer 1550 Kingston Road, Pickering (Valley Farm & HWY. 2) For more information, call (905) 427-7670 Find out how we can help YOU! Refreshments, Snacks and Prizes! EMPLOYERS ON-SITE: Excel Employment • Tim Horton’s • Danier Leather • AND MORE! POSITIONS: Retail, Office, General Labour, Industrial Workers, Customer Service & more! ® This project is funded in part by the Government of Canada NOW HIRING Our Durham facility requires people immediately for sales, customer service. $3,000 monthly minimum (guarantee + bonus, sales and customer service) No experience necessary. Immediate start. Student scholarship program. Call for interview Mon., Tues. only 9 a.m.-6 p.m. DRP SECURITY 1-888-876-6420 Skilled & Technical Help515 APPRENTICE MECHANIC required for busy Firestone store in Pickering. Must be experienced, and have own tools. Call 905-831-3121. EXPERIENCED TRUCK TIRE Repair Person required for Ajax Transport Company. Full time posi- tion. Call (905)683–7111 HVAC G3 or G2 fitter with experi- ence needed to help with installa- tions for direct energy contractor. Call Dan or leave message. (905)626-6511 JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIAN, must be licensed and 3rd/4th/5th year apprentice. needed. Residential, full time. Durham Region. 905-261-6128 or fax resume 905-433-2922 SITE SUPERVISOR required immediately for the GTA. Minimum 5 years experience ICI. Good communication and survey- ing skills. Fax resumes to: 905- 831-0107 or email to: tasiscontractors@rogers.com Office Help525 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT for busy real estate team. Proficient in computer skills a must. Email resume to dbldutch@rogers.com ARCHITECTURAL MILLWORK company requires full-time posi- tion for SECRETARY/ADMINIS- TRATIVE ASSISTANT, Monday thru Friday in the Durham Region area. Experience necessary. Please fax resume to (905)428-1463. CUSTOMER SERVICE /ADMINIS- TRATION Required for Ajax location. Customer Service experience, great people and problem solving skills, Computer literate (Word & Excel) with the ability to learn in-house system. Salary based on experience, benefits after three months. Send resume to File #941 P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, Ont L1H 7L5 ONE OF DURHAM'S LARGEST insurance brokerage requires a dynamic individual to join our team as a Personal Lines CSR. Must be RIBO licensed. knowledge of Agency Manager an asset. Please fax resume to: 905-427-4615 att: Laura. PART-TIME ADMINISTRATOR wanted for Minor Hockey Association. Knowledge of com- puters and hockey an asset. Please fax resume to (905)837-1320. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Sales Help & Agents530 PHONE SALES POSITIONS,selling industrial maintenance repair prod- ucts Canada wide from our Pickering office. Salary + Bonus. 416-264-3336 or fax resume to 416-264-5353 SALESPERSON REQUIRED for food store equipment company. Responsibilities include answering customer inquires on telephone and internet and coordinating sales through to completion. Experience with access an asset. Own trans- portation required. E-mail resume to: jobs@surplus.on.ca SALES & SERVICE of Banking Equipment, Established customers, commission. Auto necessary, training salary provided. Send resume to sales@marku.com or fax 416-284- 4780. Hospital/Medical/ Dental535 COMMUNITY NURSING HOME, Port Perry has full-time & part time positions available for RPNs Please fax resume to 905-985-3721 DENTAL ASSISTANT req. for large Whitby practice. Level II preferred, minimum 2 years exp required, full time, includes evening & Saturday hours. Fax resume 905-666-1905, or call Nicole (905)666–1555 DENTAL ASSISTANT - PART TIME increasing to full time, maternity leave, days/evenings, weekends included. Drop resume into Source Dental, 555 Simcoe St. S. Oshawa. DENTAL ASSISTANT required to join a progressive, energetic, team oriented practice. Must be flexible. Fax resume to: (905) 623-3201 or hand deliver to 60 Liberty St. S. - Suite 300 Bowmanville. Attention Karen. DENTAL ASSISTANT -PDA. required immediately full time, must be familiar with ABEL DENT, billing and scheduling. Only resumes personally delivered will be considered-: DR. D. GARANT: 203 Byron St. S. Whitby. 905-668- 5822 . CASUAL PART TIME dental assis- tant, computer experience pre- ferred. Average 65 hours/month. Oshawa area. Please fax resume to: 905-728-6736 PHARMACY TECHNICIAN for Shoppers Drug Mart, Kendalwood. Health Watch experience is an asset. Call Rafik 905-436-1050 or 905-424-3175 TWO RMTs needed for busy Ajax location. One full-time commenc- ing Oct 1; one 6-week maternity leave (coverage for a full time prac- itce of 35-40 hrs/week) commenc- ing November 15. Please drop off resume to The Wellness Connection at 360 Bayly St. West, Unit 2, Ajax. or call 905-426-8503 to set up an interview Hotel/Restaurant540 BARTENDERS & Wait staff required part-time. Ajax location. Call 905-428–2162 . Part-Time Help541 GOOD PHONE VOICE?No selling involved! Work part-time! Set your own pay! Call Darren 1-800- 848-7229 ext. 521. Houses For Sale100 WHITBY NORTH - Executive Country Home, immaculate 4 bedroom on 1.75 acre lot in vil- lage of Columbus, 15 min. N/E of Whitby/407. Pristine retreat set- ting highlighted by magnificent landscaped pond feature. $440,000. Appt. (905) 655- 3193. WHITBY, 2,200-SQ.FT.com- pletely renovated bungalow, fin- ished daylight basement, five bedrooms, 2 new kitchens, large lot. Walk to Go and lake. $234,000 (416) 708–0066 www.geocities.com/ houseforsalewhitby AJAX,semi detached, 3-bdrms, Kipling Cres. Upgraded kitchen, broadloom, newly decorated, fin. bsmt, professionally landscaped, a/c, deck, close to GO/lake. $219,000. No agents. 416-895- 1480 BEAUTIFUL BRICK 3-BR Tribute home on premium lot, North Oshawa. C.A.++++ upgrades. Shows like model. Open house Saturday 2-4 or by appointment $237,900. 905-743-0038. No agents. 177 HAZELWOOD DR/Whitby $279,900. 4+1 bedrooms 3 baths, OPEN HOUSE Sept 21, 1- 5pm. Phone 905-576-8316 after 7-pm. View at www.privateex- change.com. No agents FIND OUT What your home is worth! Visit www.ajax pickeringhomeevaluation.com Apt./Condos For Sale110 50 RICHMOND ST. E., OSHAWA. Two bedroom condo, large bal- cony, 2 baths, 5 appliances, underground parking, water, hydro heat in house cable all included in maintenance fee. $129,000. Phone (905) 404- 9236. TRIDEL CONDO,2-bdrm, bal- cony, open concept kitchen, hardwood floors & ceramic tiling, 2-4pc bathrooms, Pickering, close to all amenities. Avail. asap. Asking $259,900. Call 905-420–9095 Property Outside Canada125 Indust./ Comm. Space145 AUTOBODY/Collision and repair shop. Well established business. Approx. 4300sq. ft. retail space. zoned, Pickering/Brock/ 401+ Business for sale double truck doors, lots of parking (905) 626–8729. COMMERCIAL GARAGE FOR RENT ,Simcoe St. N. near new University. Excellent for mechan- ic, car sales, detailer, etc. $500/mo. Available immediately. 905-442-5592. GARAGE 1,200SQ.FT, heated, private, $650/mo. plus utilities. ALSO excellent RV outside stor- age from $25 up. (905)438–8938 leave msg Office & Business space150 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, Veltri Complex, Bowmanville. 68 King Street East. Office/Retail Rental Space. Parking & Wheelchair Accessible. 3 spaces available: 390-sq.ft to 790-sq.ft. & 2496- sq.ft. For more information call: 905-623-4172 Business Opportunities160 AMAZING FRANCHISE opportuni- ty. Territories available for "Women's only Fitness and Weight Loss" franchises. Perfect for town populations of 5,000 or more. Earn a profit of $5,000 to $15,000/mo. Why not be your own boss? Join Canada's fastest growing Fitness Franchise Opportunity. Call 1-905- 932-7111 or 1-888-779-0177 for more information. CANDY ROUTE - (Canada's Best!), ($4K + Mo./Proven/PT) www.uturncanada.com WELL ESTABLISHED profitable auto repair shop in downtown Oshawa; sales $350,000+. Asking $149,000 Phone 905-404-0540 Glen Apts. & Flats For Rent170 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, in Whitby Apt. building, spacious, carpeted, newly painted, with bal- cony, close to bus, shopping, all utilities included, first/last required, no pets, 1-bedroom $800 2-bed- room, $900. 3-bedroom $1,000 Call (905)767-2565. 1 BIG basement apartment, Finch/Whites Rd area, all utilities included, separate entrance, park- ing. No pets, no smoking. $650/month. First/last. Avail. Nov. 1st. Call Mary (905)420–5975 1-BEDROOM apartment available. Located 309 Cordova Rd., Oshawa. No pets. Available immediately. Please call 905-579-2387, after 5pm. 1011 SIMCOE ST. N. Oshawa. Large 3 bedroom 2 storey town home suites with full basements, available for rent. Private fenced yards with mature trees. $999.00 per month. Call (905) 579-7649 for an appointment. 1 bedroom $775., 2 bedroom $875 in central Oshawa, near Hospital. Clean very quiet well maintained bldg. with balcony. Call 905-721-0831. 2-BDRMS, MAIN FLOOR of house, Wilson/Eulalie. $500/mo inclusive. No pets, drugs, smok- ing. one parking, near bus & shopping. 905-576-3924 2-BEDROOM basement apart- ment, Whitby, near Go/401. Separate entrance, gas fireplace, shared laundry, air, no smok- ing/pets. $975 inclusive. Now available. (905)665–6247 after 4pm. 3 BEDROOM CONDO APT. recently renovated, close to Go/Mall. Liverpool/Bayly $1300 all inclusive. (416) 994–6209 534 MARY ST. WHITBY Bachelors, 1, 2, & 3, bedrooms. Clean quiet low-rise building. Park-like setting, balconies, on- site laundry, close to downtown. Bus at front door. 905-666-2450. www.realstar.ca WHITBY - 2 bedroom, $860. Immediate and Nov. lst. Office hours 9-5pm Monday-Friday & 6pm-8pm Monday - Thursday (905)665–7543. AJAX Large 2 bedroom avail. October in clean, quiet building. $1000/mth inclusive with park- ing and new appliances. (905)426-1161 AJAX - FOR A SINGLE PROFE- SIONAL (preferred), North Harwood/#2, brand-new one bedroom apt. at above ground level with lots of windows. No pets/non-smokers, avail. Oct. 1/15 $900/all inclusive. Room for rent, sep. entrance, shared facil- ities, all included $500/month, female preferred. 905- 619–9500, Fred Waithe. AJAX - 3 BEDROOM main floor, laundry, parking, $1,000+utilities 2 bedroom legal basement apt. $700+utilities No pets, no smok- ing, available immediately. 905- 686-8104 or 905-767-2642 AJAX -OSHAWA -WHITBY, -one and two bedrooms, Ajax from $875 at (416)457-8801 Oshawa from $760 at (905) 728-8066, Whitby and Oshawa from $625 at (416)818-3886 lst and last refer- ences, immediate. AJAX 3 BEDROOM bungalow, hardwood floors, 2 appliances, air conditioning, parking, no pets, no smoking. lst/last, $l,000 plus utilities. Available October lst. Call (416) 986–1712 AJAX luxury one bedroom base- ment apt. jacuzzi, non smoker, no pets. Quiet working professional preferred. Available Oct 1. $800+1/3 utilities. first/last. Call 905-447-9994 AJAX NORTH,2-bedroom walk- out basement apartment, fridge, stove, washer, dryer included. $900/month, utilities included. First/last required. Available immediately/Oct 1st. (905)426–5452 AJAX ONE BEDROOM walkout basement apt, avail OCT. 15TH, first/last, no pets, non-smoker, $825/month inclusive. 905-619- 9231. AJAX,1-bedroom. Clean base- ment apartment. Female pre- ferred. Shared accommodations, kitchen/bath. Available immedi- ately. $550. Call Michelle 416- 418-9195 AJAX, BRAND NEW 2-bedroom basement apartment, bright, spacious, private entrance, $850/month includes parking, first/last. Avail. Oct. 1. Call (905)427-1024 AJAX, HWY 2/HARWOOD. 1- bedroom basement , separate walkout. Suitable for single, working person. No smoking/pets, $630/mo. all inclusive. First/last, cable and shared laundry. 905-428–2503. AJAX, LUXURIOUS legal base- ment, 2-bedroom, living, dining room, kitchen, separate laundry +entrance, parking available. Italian style, $1000/month inclu- sive, credit check is a must. Non- smoker, no pets. Oct. 1. 416- 568-2562, 416-445-3421 BACHELORS, one and two bed- room available Oct. 1st Parking, laundry, from $520 inclusive. First/last. 905-571–0770 BROCK/FINCH,huge one bed- room with ensuite, separate entrance, suitable for non smok- ing, single/couple. No pets. $750. Moe at 416-271-3366. BROOKLIN 1-bedroom base- ment apt. Avail. Oct. 1. Separate entrance, parking, utilities+cable included. Non-smoker, no pets, suitable for clean+quiet single, First/last $590/month. 905-213- 1615 CENTRAL OSHAWA, spacious bright lower level apartment in modern, small commercial build- ing. New broadloom, central air, modern appliances, reserved parking. Ideal for single, busi- ness or professional person. $750 mo. plus utilities. Call Norma (905) 576–5153 x23 CENTRAL OSHAWA, unique 2 level 2 bedroom apartment, 2 baths, sun porch, backyard, par- ing, laundry. Available October lst. $900 inclusive. Phone (905)213-0769. CENTRAL-OSHAWA - 3 bedroom apt. 3-level with backyard, 1500 sq. ft. rec room, newly decorat- ed, all inclusive. $1300. First/last. Avail. now or Oct. 1st. 905-655–5789 CHURCH/Hwy#2,immaculate 3 bedroom apartments. close to Schools/Shopping/GO. 416-444- 7391 Ext. 241. CLEAN and quiet 2 bedroom apart- ments. Central to Go in Whitby. Private deck/patio. First/last. References. Call 905-655-3107 (days); 905-655-4892 (eve.) CLEAN ONE BEDROOM basement apartment, Rosebank/Sheppard, fridge, stove, utilities, cable, park- ing included. Available October lst. First/last references. $900. (905) 839–4221 COURTICE - 2-bedroom base- ment apt. Clean, quiet, electric heat, parking, no smoking, refer- ences, first/last required. Available Oct 1st. $695 plus util- ities 905-721–8541 EAST OSHAWA,1-Bdrm base- ment, separate entrance, gas f/p, laundry, cable, 1-parking, avail. Nov. 1st. $725 inclusive. First, last. 905-436-0487. HOMES AND APARTMENTS for rent, $425 to $1200. immediate availability. Luxury Courtice 3- bedroom award-winning condo. Fireplace, solarium, 2 full bath- rooms! Call Rob (905)436–1336. HWY 2 PICKERING Beach Rd., Ajax, 2 bedroom walkout base- ment, sep. entrance, 4 appli- ances, bus at door, steps to go and campus. No smoking/pets. $850 mo. inclusive. Also 1 bed- room available $750. (905) 619- 1721 after 2 p.m. NORTHEAST OSHAWA 2-bed- room upper floor, central air, suitable for professional/couple, Nov 1. First/last, no smoking/pets, $950 inclusive. 905-720-2307 OLD WHITBY - 2nd floor, seper- ate entrance. Available November 1st. $850 + hydro, including parking. 905-666- 2936. ONE BEDROOM walkout base- ment apt. in northeast Oshawa. All utilities, cable included (Internet optional). $750/mo. No smokers/pets. First/last/refer- ences. Available now. Call 905- 576-4798. OSHAWA 2-BEDROOM Bloor/Park area. Well maintained Clean quiet bldg. Near shopping, 401, Go, bus. First/last, refer- ences required. No pets. Seniors special. Available Sept/Oct. (905)571-4576. OSHAWA 2-BEDROOM apart- ment, spacious, clean, available now $905/month includes all utilities. Schools and bus near- by. No dogs. (905)427–8538 to view. OSHAWA 2-BEDROOM upper half of duplex. Parking for 1, $670+hydro, first/last required. Available immediately. No pets. Call (905)430–0249 OSHAWA SPACIOUS 2-bedroom in duplex. Very clean, appliances included, parking. First/last required, Available immediately. $700/month plus utilities. (905)420–1846 OSHAWA APTS.- Clean & quiet newer bldgs. Bachelor, 1 and 2 bedroom, Includes utilities, park- ing. Laundry on-site. No dogs. 905-571-0425, (905) 433-2147 or1-888-558-2622 or 416-473- 9173. OSHAWA BACHELOR Basement - $650/month. Laundry facilities, dishwasher, parking. First, last, references. Available Oct. 1st. Call Kevin or Nancy @ 905- 571–2086. OSHAWA KING/WILSON Quiet building near shopping, trans- portation. Utilities and parking included. 2-bedroom, Oct. 1st. $889 Telephone (905)571-4912 until 6:30p.m. OSHAWA PARK/ADELAIDE bright recently renovated 1 bdrm. basement apartment. Gas fireplace, c/a, parking, laundry, all inclusive $675/month first/ last. No pets, non-smoker. Available Nov. 1. 905-438–0814. OSHAWA NEAR GM,3-BDRM main floor of house, $1195/month, Also furnished, self contained, short/long term. Two 3-bdrm lower level apts. $1050 & $1495. Newly renovat- ed. Immediately/Oct 1. First/last, references. 905-436–9793 OSHAWA,4 bedroom very clean,, near King/Ritson, 1 park- ing, no pets, near shopping, transportation, $950. all inclu- sive, call 905-725–0067 or 905- 922-4571. PICKERING - 3 BEDROOM apart- ment condo available October lst. 2 baths, plus en suite washer;/dryer, ground floor, 3 months left in lease $1,250 plus utilities (905) 839–4791 PICKERING - bright one bed- room basement apartment, ac, laundry, 2 car parking, utilities included. Near bus, $775 month. lst/last. No smoking/dogs. October lst. (905) 839–0371 PICKERING - BROCK spacious new one bedroom available now $850 includes utilities A/C cable laundry parking no smoking/pets Call 905-426-2996. PICKERING - Brock Rd. and Hwy 2 one bedroom basement apart- ment, brand new, $800 per mo. Absolutely no pets/smoking. Immediately Telephone (905) 831–3735 or 416-219-7339. PICKERING 1-bedroom base- ment, spacious living room,sep- arate entrance, non-smoker/no pets, suits single working per- son. $750 inclusive. lst/last, Oct. 1st. (905)427–8243. PICKERING - One bed. self con- tained basement apt. available immediately. Appliances, laun- dry, all inclusive $700. Parking, own entrance. No smoking/pets. 905-686–5077 LUXURY APTS. 1, 2 and 3 bed- rooms. Laundry facilities, balconies, GEORGIAN MANSIONS close to all amenities From $899 Seniors incentive (905) 579–9016 AJAX BEAUTIFUL one bedroom lower level house, available Nov. 1 Walk-out basement to yard with patio. Own eat-in kitchen. References. First/last required Debbie (905)427-8310 SUITE SALE OSHAWA VERY SPACIOUS 2 & 3 bdrm. apts. Close to schools, shopping centre, Go Station. Utilities included. Senior Discounts Call(905)728-4993 USA BEST BUY!!! Take Over 20 acres in Booming West Texas . $295 per acre $100 per month For More Info Call 1-800-758-5364 RMT WANTED Here we grow again. Pickering. FAX (905)427-9147 R.P.N. Charge Nurse experi- ence required, 8 day shifts/mo. to replace nurse manager's time off. Small retirement home in Pickering.. Call Monday 905 839 5151. A/P PAGE 26 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, September 21, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Salon opportunity now available in the Durham Centre, Ajax. We are presently seeking an artistic team of highly skilled and professional: HAIRSTYLISTS Come see the latest in Salon Design. At Salon Concepts Spa, we encourage your creativity and ongoing technical training, in a bright, friendly atmosphere. Call (905)683-0290 514 Salon & Spa Help 514 Salon & Spa Help The following positions are open for motivated self starters... • Industrial Electrician • Millwright As a skilled and experienced trades per- son, you will be required to work shifts within the manufacturing industry. Salaries commensurate to skills & experience. Fax resume : 905-435-0598 or E-mail: humanresources@ancon-ind.com Custom Metal Stampings ANCON INDUSTRIES INC. 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help Busy Pickering Muffler Shop REQUIRES A MECHANIC Class A or Class E with own tools to start immediately. Must be experienced in exhaust, suspension and brakes. Call Lou at: Minute Muffler and Brake 905-420-1906 POSITIONS AVAILABLE: • JUNIOR ANALYST • TENANT COORDINATOR • LEASE DOCUMENTATION OFFICER Candidates should have strong organizational, communication, and computer skills. Must be able to work independently on reports, familiar with Offer/ Lease documents and Coordinator must have background in construction. CentreCorp Fax: 905-477-1961 Email: ahabash@centrecorp.com 525 Office Help 525 Office Help Hartrick & Associates Counsel to Durham CAS,seeks LEGAL ASSISTANT who works well under pressure to fill contract position. Fax resumes to 905-433-8956 Come join our progressive organization. Part-time position in customer service department. Shifts are rotating days, evenings and weekends. Skills required: • Conflict resolution • Strong computer skills is a must • Trouble shooting • Strong customer services experience • Multitask ability Resumes to: Fax - (905) 576-8020 Email - edavie@pacdurham.ca Personal Attendant Care Inc. is looking for Customer Service Representative Come join our progressive organization. We are seeking a dynamic individual to supervise our customer service department. Your experience in a multitask and customer service environment will be an asset to us. Skills required: • Supervisory skills • Computer skills • Trouble shooting • Priority management Must possess a diploma or degree in business or office administration. Weekend work required. Benefits, pension and continuous education provided. Salary range $35,000 to $38,000. Resumes to Fax - (905) 576-8020 Email - edavie@pacdurham.ca Personal Attendant Care Inc. is looking for Customer Service Coordinator RECEPTION/ADMIN $9 HR. Pickering service company look- ing for a reliable and personable FT receptionist. Previous exp. in MS Word, Excel and data entry an asset. Needs excellent com- munication skills, command of the English language, and min. high school diploma. Fax resume in confidence to (905) 426-1877 Innocon Inc., the leading supplier of ready mixed concrete in the Greater Toronto Area is seeking a full time sales representative for its east GTA territory (Pickering to Oshawa). Responsibilities would include prospecting for new clients, maintaining existing accounts, A/R management and after sales service. In addition to excellent communication and interpersonal skills the applicant should possess a minimum of 3 years of previous sales experience, a post secondary diploma, and must be proficient in Microsoft applicants. A CPS designation and/or construction industry experience would be a definite asset. Interested applicants should fax their resume and cover letter to the attention of Sales Manager at 905-508-7647. 530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents 773 ARTISAN FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SERVICES INC. 1-866-993-0099 416-679-9799 www.artisanfinancial.ca 100 Houses For Sale 100 Houses For Sale 33 & 77 F alby Crt., Ajax Rental Office Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (905) 686-0845 www.ajaxapartments.com 2 & 3 bedroom apartments starting at $978 per mo. On-site superintendent and security. 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent RENT-WORRY FREE 1, 2 & 3 Bed. Apts. Well maintained, modern Appliances. All Util. included. On site super, maintenance & security. Rental Office: Mon. - Fri. after 10:30 am Sat. & Sun. 1 pm- 5 pm 905-579-1626 VALIANT PROPERTY MANAGEMENT www.gscrentals.com e-mail: valiantproperty@rogers.com 530 Sales Help & Agents PICKERING - walkout basement, one bedroom apt. very clean, non-smoker, no pets. Separate entrance. First/last. $750 inclu- sive. Available Oct. 1st. Call 905- 428-9653. PICKERING - WHITE'S / 401 small on bedroom basement bachelor, walkout, park view, bus/shops, $600 per mo. Deposit - references. Available immediately. Working adult non- smoker preferred. (905) 839–8561 PICKERING friendly home on the bay shared entrance to bright clean 3 rooms plus 3-pc bath. Suitable for one quiet mature adult month-to-month but longer term preferred. Incl: parking for small car utilities laundry cable a/c. No smoking/pets $725/mo. First/last, references. Oct 1 905- 831-0162 PICKERING,1 bedroom base- ment apt, new, spacious, sepa- rate entrance. laundry,. cable, $800 per month inclusive all util- ities. avail. immediately first/last, reference, no smokers/pets, 416-518-9715 or 905- 837–5453.. PICKERING,Liverpool/Bayly 3- bedroom, kitchen, l/r, full wash- room, separate entrance, laun- dry, parking, near Go, bus, mall. Availability & rent negotiable plus utilities. (416)878–5534. PICKERING, GLENNANNA/DIXIE, spacious 2 bedroom basement apartment, appliances, professionally done kitchen. No smoking/pets. lst/last. Call Pragco (905) 831–4866 PICKERING, Westshore/Frenchman’s Bay Area. Ideal for a professional family. 4 bedrooms, one full/2- half bathrooms, central A/C, inground pool. Freshly painted, recently upgraded. Close to GO Station/schools, short stroll to Lake Ontario. No pets. Available immediately. $1,700 plus utili- ties. 647-273-3512 and 416- 444-8620. PICKERING,Liverpool/Bayly, large 2 bedroom basement, own entrance, newer appliances, cen- tral vac, cable, share laundry, no smoking/pets. First & last $950. avail. Nov.1, (905)-839–4199. REGENCY PLACE - 15 Regency Cres., Whitby. 50+ Adult Lifestyle Apt. Complex. Clean quiet build- ing, across from park. Close to downtown. Daily activities incl. All utilities included. Call 905- 430-7397. www.realstar.ca Open house - Sat. 9 - 3, Sun. 1 - 3. RURAL LARGE 2-bedroom bright basement apartment, in Raglan. Available Nov. 1st. Fireplace, laundry, c/air, parking, storage, non-smoking, no pets. Working person preferred, $750+ hydro. (905)655–5958 RURAL-LIVING large bright one bedroom walkout basement apt. 3pc. washroom, fridge, stove, shared laundry, parking, patio, beautiful view, 7 min. N. of Brooklin. Oct. 1st. $800/mo. 905-655–8150 SIMCOE ST. N.,Oshawa, luxury 2 bedroom, 3 bedroom, and lux- ury penthouse suite, air, 5 appli- ances, $1,360 plus parking, $l,470 plus parking, $1,925 plus parking. Call (905) 571–3760 SOUTH AJAX -ONE LARGE bed- room basement, separate entrance, 4pc bath, parking, laundry, no smoking/pets, first/last, available immediately. $750/month inclusive. 905-686- 9677. CENTRAL OSHAWA one bed- room for September $725 & three bedroom for October $950. Well maintained building. Call Mon-Fri 9-5pm. 905-723-0977 TESTA HEIGHTS -2 TESTA RD. UXBRIDGE One & two bedroom apts. available. Conveniently located in Uxbridge in adult occupied building. Weekly ten- ant activities. Call 905-852- 2534. www.realstar.ca Open House 12 - 4 Sat./Sun. PICKERING 2- BEDROOM base- ment apt. Freshly painted. Couple preferred. No smoking/no pets. Available immediately. C/air/Cable/Parking, $875 inclu- sive. West Shore/Bayly, Pickering. Available Oct/Nov.. 905-421–9919 WHITBY - 1-bdrm basement apt w/private entrance, fireplace, parking. Non smoker, no pets. Female preferred. Avail Oct. 1st. $700 inclusive. First/last required. (905)666–4668 WHITBY, FULLY FURNISHED bright 1-bedroom basement apartment. Quiet residential area. Separate entrance, separate laundry, single occupancy pre- ferred. Non-smoker/pets. $750, first only. Must be seen! Available immediately. (905)433–8992 WHITBY Large 1-bedroom base- ment apartment. 5 min. walk to GO. Parking, non-smoker. $750. first & last. Available Oct 1, 905- 666-4405. WHITBY 2-Bedroom, Oct 1st $895; Oshawa 1-bedroom $700; Very spacious, clean & quiet Near GO transit & train No dogs. 905-404-1414 WHITBY Brock St. S. 1-bedroom, 2nd-floor, seperate entrance, parking, close to all amenities, no smoking/pets, avail. Nov.1, $780/mo. Suit single person. call 905-668–6004 or 905-429- 7888. WHITBY CLEAN and quiet one bedroom apt. on 3rd floor of his- torical downtown building. Suitable for single working per- son. Non-smoking building, no pets. $650+hydro. Oct 1st. Call 905-668-3011 WHITBY ONE BEDROOM base- ment suite ,central, partially fur- nished, parking. Suitable for sin- gle. $700/month. No smokers or pets, Available Oct. 1st. 905- 665–6056. WHITBY PLACE, 900 DUNDAS ST. E.,One and two bedroom units available, park like setting, close to downtown, low rise bldg, laundry facilities, balcony, parking. 905-430–5420. www.realstar.ca WHITBY spacious 2-bedroom apt parking, coin laundry, no pets, available Nov 1 $850+hydro. 905-666-2745, 905-626-4752 WHITBY,1 BDRM, main floor, walk to Go train, avail. Nov. 1st. $700/month inclusive. Call 905- 424-1910. WHITBY,1 BEDROOM, in well maintained building. 4 Sevens Realty Ltd. Broker. 905- 668–7777. WHITBY,2 bedroom walk out, basement, separate, entrance, full kitchen, bath, parking no smoking/pets, Oct.1, $900 inclu- sive, (416) 893–6625. WHITBY, ONE BEDROOM apart- ment, bright, modern, $770 includes utilities/shared laundry, parking, no smoking/pets. lst/last. References. Kendalwood/Burns. October lst. (905) 579–9342 WHITES RD.1 bdrm basement apt. Separate entrance, no pets. Walk to schools/daycare/gro- cery/bus stop/GO/401. $550/month inclusive. Avail. immediately. 905-837-0337 Furnished Apartments172 PICKERING,1-bedroom, semi- furnished. Includes air, laundry, fridge, stove, parking, sep. entrance, $700 inclusive. First/last. No smoking. 905-839- 9985. Condominiums For Rent180 PICKERING PARKWAY 1 + 1bed- room new building underground parking, 5 appliances ensuite laundry $1250/month Available Sept. 20. (416)270–1213. View it at www.tpg1.com/condo/1625.html 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 ABSOLUTELY ASTOUNDING 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. AJAX BEAUTIFUL 3-BDRM main floor Large backyard, shared washer/dryer, 2-car parking, Harwood/Bayly, $1325/inclu- sive. No smoking/pets. Oct/Nov. 1. 1st/last. 905-420-1037, 416- 826-4401 leave message. 3 BDRMS,2 storey, older brick home, quiet Ritson/Eulalie neigh- bourhood, 4 appliances, gas heat, hardwood floors, newer windows, doors, laminate floor- ing. No smoking/pets, $1195+utilities. References. First/last, Oct.1 .905-404–9489 AJAX - 3 BEDROOM house, 2 storey w/basement, 2 car park- ing, appliances and laundry incl. $1,300/month plus utilities. Credit check required. Available immediately. Call 416-833–5141 AJAX 3 BEDROOM UPSTAIRS 1 bedroom basement apt. down- stairs $1475 plus utilities avail- able December 5th Close to amenities, GO, 401, hospital, & library. (905)683–5152. AJAX SOUTH MAIN floor 3 bed- room semi bungalow, parking, laundry, no pets/smoking, refer- ences, lst/last, $1075 plus 2/3 utilities Oct. lst. (905) 686–6773 AJAX, LEWIN CRES.,near lake, lovely 3-bdrm bungalow, 5 appls., livingrm/diningrm combo, eat-in kit, gas ht, air, car port, fenced yard, Nov $1450 plus utilities. Realty-Pro Mgmt (905)433–0270 9-5pm AN UNBEATABLE DEAL! 0 down, own your own home. Carries for less than rent. OAC. Minimum income required per household is $30,000. Please call Aurelia Cosma at Remax Spirit Inc. 1- 888-732-1600 or (905) 728- 1600 24 hour pager. AVAIALBLE IMMEDIATELY. oshawa. - Simcoe St. Oshawa, 5 bedroom house for rent,ca, cv, bus close. avialble immeeidaltye. parking available. , $l,350 plus utilttiiies. (905) 686–5825 COBOURG, DOWNTOWN,near beach, two houses - 3 bedroom, two baths, $l,l00 and 2 bedroom, $1050. plus utilities available immediately. (905) 377-8278, (416) 920-0152, Cell (416) 729- 0242. DETACHED BUNGALOW in demand south Ajax! Nov 1 , $1325/mo+utilities. Immaculate, updated 2+1 bdrm, 2 bthrm, fin. recroom, newer kitchen, berber carpeting & paint. Shows a "10!" Susan Oake 905-619-9500 MAIN LEVEL HOUSE -2 bed, suit professionals $1300/mo util. included. 2 BEDROOM LOWER, large windows/ground-level bed- rooms. $1,100/mo util. included. Thornton/Gibb Oshawa. Both newly renovated, spacious, a/c, parking, large backyard, near all amenities. Avail. Oct. 1st. 416- 419-1924. NORTH OSHAWA - Beautiful 3 bedroom + office, 3 baths, fin. basement, garage, 5 top line appliances, back deck, many extras and built ins in this immaculate home. $1400+utili- ties. Nov. 1st. 905-576–3830 OSHAWA large main level of bun- galow near Oshawa Centre. 3 bedrooms, large backyard, all appliances including laundry. No pets/smoking Available immedi- ately, $1350 inclusive. 905- 424–1113. OSHAWA, STEVENSON/ ROSSLAND, very clean 3-bed- room bungalow, quiet neigh- bourhood. Near all amenities and schools. Large private backyard and parking. $1200 plus utilties. Available immediately. Call (905)721–0121 PICKERING - 4 BEDROOM, hard- wood floors, beautiful park area, walk to GO. $1275 plus 70% util- ities. No-smoking/pets. Available Oct. 1st. 905-619–6696. PICKERING EXECUTIVE 2 Storey loft, 2 bedrooms + den, parking, pool, near 407, non- smoking, $1275/mo/inclusive. Available now or later. 905- 649–2477 PICKERING GO,3-bedrooms, upper-level house $1200 plus utilities. Hardwood, laundry, appliances, a/c, parking, no- smoking/pets. References/first/ last. Available immediat- ly(416)560–0169 leave message ROSSLAND/THORNTON - avail- able Nov. 1st, 2 bedroom main floor of house. No pets/smoking. Asking $900+ 2/3 utilities. First/last. Call Pam or leave mes- sage 905-666-7614. TWO BEDROOM HOUSE on a horse farm near Peterborough. Reduced rent for light farm chores. Suitable for retired cou- ple. Reference required. Call 705-932-2578 WHITBY - Rossland/Garrard. immaculate 3 bedroom detached, available immediately $1600+ utilities. First/last. No pets/non-smoker. New carpet, paint, appliances, c/air, double garage. Near all amenities. 905- 655–8935 WHITBY - 3 bedroom house, non-smokers preferred, no pets, $1350 including utilities, first/last, references, available immediately. 905-668–5085 WHITBY,Central, Spacious 3- bdrm main floor of house, fenced yard, 2-parking, close to all amenities. $1000+ 60% utilities. Call 905-867–8417 leave msg. Townhouses For Rent190 A1 OSHAWA SOUTH 3-bedroom townhouse, close to schools, shopping. $975/month plus util- ities. First/last. Avail. Oct. 1 Toll- free 1-866-922-6422, 905-579- 9956 days RENT AND SAVE In Bowmanville. - 3 bedroom town- house, close to schools, shop- ping and bus service. $l,200 month plus utilities. Available immediately. lst and last required. (Ask how to save) call Brenda (905) 697-0513. CARRIAGE HILL - 122 COLBORNE ST. E., OSHAWA - 2 & 3 bedrooms available. Close to downtown and shopping. 4 appliances, carpet and hardwood flooring, close to 401 and GO. Utitlles included. Call (905)434- 3972. www.realstar.ca Open houseWed. Thurs. Fri. 7 - 9 p.m. COURTICE - 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath, 5 appliances, 1 car garage, Trulls/Avondale. Reference required, credit/check, no smok- ing/pets. First/Last $1260 + utili- ties. Avail. Oct. 1st. 905- 434–5327 or 905-431-3916, 905-623-6670 ext.1376. FOR SUBLET,avail Nov. 1st, Bradley Estates, Whitby. 3 bdrms, 1.5 bathrooms, c/a, garage. Call Wade 905- 259–7586 HARMONY/ROSSLAND,3 bed- rooms, $1000/month, no pets, avail Nov 1. 905-723–6708 LIVERPOOL/FINCH,3-bdrm townhouse w/garage, 4 appli- ances, new windows, steps to schools & bus. Very clean. Avail. Nov. 1st. $1100+utilities. (416) 407–9305 TAUNTON TERRACE - 100 TAUNTON RD. E., OSHAWA 3 bedrooms w/without garage. 3 appliances, hardwood flooring Outdoor pool, sauna, Children's playground Close to all ameni- ties. Fenced backyards. 905- 436-3346. www.realstar.ca Open house Wed., Thurs., Fri. 7 - 9 p.m. Housing Wanted191 SHORT TERM rental of house, S. Ajax area, required for Oct. 17 - Feb. call 905-342–3519 Rooms For Rent & Wanted192 AFFORDABLE ROOMS for rent. Starting at $400/mo. Altona/Hwy. 2 Pickering. 905- 509–1377 or 416-315-1652. SOUTH AJAX furnished room in two-bedroom basement apt. includes parking, cable, dish- washer, separate ent. share facil- ities. No pets/smoking. First/last required $425/mo. 905-427- 6932 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Furnished room in Pickering, cable, light kitchen facilities, near Pickering Generating Station, PTC/GO. $190 bi-weekly. (905)420–4318. BOWMANVILLE/COURTICE AREA. Room in quiet new home. Use of bath, kitchen, laundry, $350 month, first/last. 905-242- 1926. LARGE FURNISHED room in Oshawa. Non-smoker, first/last week, available immediately. $100/weekly. Call 905-728-0921 or 905-243-9886 NORTH Oshawa, Room to rent ( 3 of) in clean house, 500 - 550 includes, cable, laundry, cleaning lady and furniture. Close to col- lege, 905-721-8607 OSHAWA Thornton/Rossland. Furnished room with kitchen & private entrance, parking. Working gentleman preferred. No smoking/pets. $100/week. First & last. (905)434-7532 or (905)579-0596. PARTIALLY FURNISHED ROOM. Available immediately. Clean, large room, private bath, shared facilities, parking, cable. Close to Oshawa Centre, Go/401, and amenities. $450/inclusive. References (905)721–0940. BED & BREAKFAST STYLE Accommodations in professional Oshawa home (for the work week), suits professional male/university student, first/last references $110/week. 905-723-6761. ROOM AVAILABLE in new clean home, Whitby. New appliances, in room cable TV, full share of home, no pets/smoking. First/last, references. $500 inclu- sive. Call (416)917–1717 ROOM FOR RENT,Mary St. North Oshawa, furnished. Cable TV, laundry, share kitchen & bathroom. Non-smoker. Available Oct. 1st. $125/wk. Call Doug 905-579-7964 ROOM - ADELALAIDE/MARY Oshawa.Suit quiet working mature adult non-smoker, park- ing, Cable TV +kitchen privileges. $310-$350/month, first/last. 905-447-8063. ROOMS FOR RENT,with shared bath, kitchen and livingroom Private entrance, walk out above ground level basement, fully fur- nished, brand new living quar- ters, 10 mins. from University, ample parking, air conditioned, $450 mo., immediate proces- sion, 905-985–6163 SHARE large 5 bedroom, 2 bath house, clean, safe, Rossland/Harmony, bus routes, parking, police check, $375 or $425 mo., avail. Oct. 15. 905- 433–5088. WHITBY, DUNDAS/GARDEN, newly decorated 2 small fully fur- nished rooms in quiet well kept home. Use of kitchen, bath and laundry room. Male student or working person preferred. No smoking/pets. $550/mo for both. lst/last. References a must. Call (905) 665-8768. Sally Shared Accommodation194 BOWMANVILLE, CLEAN one bdrm shared accommodation. Non-smoker, parking, cable, laundry. Suitable for working or student female. $350/month, first/last. Avail immediately/Oct 1st. Call after 4pm 905-697- 2438. FIVE BEDROOM FARM house Stouffville/Claremont area. 2 acres, pool, parking, laundry, storage, & satellite t.v, children welcome. Available immediately. $300 inclusive. 905-640–6275. NEWLY RENOVATED, Brooklin, Large century home, share accom. Laundry, ac parking, large deck, BBQ, much more, must see $575 incl. 905- 655–9063 PICKERING:share 4-bedroom 2- storey house. Large livingroom, diningroom, finished rec room, laundry, parking. No pets/smok- ing, no lease, first/last. Oct 1st. Mature male preferred. $450. 416-804-4867 Hall & Lodges196 WEEKLY HALL RENTALS 1955 Valleyfarm Rd., Pickering, best suits service clubs. Hourly rates, air conditioned, seats 250 peo- ple. Please call Donald Lafontaine at 905-666-8431 after 5:00pm 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 ($11/seat), BlueJay/Yankee Baseball. Children welcome. Photos shown in your home. $275 weekly (less than motel) (905)683–5503. Motor Homes211 1986 28' TRAVELAIRE RV Class B. 90,000-km, gas/propane fuel, sleeps 6, fridge/stove/oven. Central furnace, hot water, Honda generator. Certified, drive- clean tested. $14,500-obo. 905- 432-2026 leave message. Campers, Trailers,Sites215 1997 JAYCO Hardtop Tent Trailer "Eagle Series", 8 cu. ft. box, 3- way fridge, inside/outside stove. Sleeps 6, awning, tasteful bur- gundy accents. Brand new tires (2003). 905-373-4871. $5,200 O.B.O. Bargain Centre309 ENTERTAINMENT UNIT,cherry- wood, 5' x 5' x 21", 2 ' x 28" TV opening. Like new, asking $450. (905) 421–0157 LARGE 27 CU whirlpool gold fridge, excellent condition, fil- tered ice and water. $500. Telephone (095) 426–7980 WASHER AND DRYER,$300 for both. Good condition. (416)291–1037 or cell (416) 890-0087. Articles For Sale310 CARPETS - lots of carpets. I will carpet 3 rooms ( 30 sq. yd.) Commercial carpets for $319.00. Residential or Berber carpets for $389.00. Includes carpet, premi- um pad, expert installation. Free, no pressure estimate. Norman (905) 686-2314. NEW DANBY WINDOW air condi- tioners, 5,100 btu's, to 12,000 btu's. $189 and up. New danby bar fridges, $139 and up. Also variety of new appliances, scratch and dent. Full manufac- turers warranty. Reconditioned fridges $195 / up, reconditioned ranges $125/ up, reconditioned dryers $125 / up, reconditioned washers $199 / up, new and reconditioned coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New brand name fridges $480 and up, new 30" ranges with clock and window $430. Reconditioned 24" ranges and 24" frost free fridges now avail- able. Wide selection of other new and reconditioned appli- ances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa. (905)576–7448. 1993 Electric EZ-GO Golf Cart c/w charger $1750; Apartment Fridges $25-$50; Maytag stack- ing washer/dryer $350 905-571- 7207 2 REMOTE CONTROL adjustable beds, nearly new, twin size, deluxe, electronic controlled with head/foot massage, 4-positions. Purchased for $1550.00 ea. Asking $800. (905)666–2854 2001 NEON,black, fully loaded, A/C, four-disc player, leather interior, sunroof, cruise/tilt, fold- down back seat. immaculate condition 67000-km, $12,800- obo 905-655-9885 evenings. 7PC., MEDIUM, colour solid oak, cannonball bedroom suite, ask- ing $3,000 OBO. 905-686–2286. A KING pillowtop mattress set, New in plastic, cost $1600. Sacrifice $650. 416-746-0995 A-1 CARPETS, CARPETS, CAR- PETS!! 3 rooms installed with pad from $289 (30 yds.). All Berber carpets on sale now! Free upgrade to 12 mm premium pad with every installation, 20 oz. Berber carpet starting at 69¢ sq. ft., carpet only. Lots of selection for every budget. Three month equal payment plan available. Free in home quote. SAILLIAN CARPETS at 905-242-3691 or 905-373-2260 or 1-800-578- 0497. PIANOS/CLOCKS-Back to School Specials on all Roland digital pianos, Samick pianos. also sale on 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 PIANO (905) 433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! ADMIRAL FRIDGE,stove, wash- er, dryer $125/each o.b.o. Portable playpen $40. Hiking child carrier $50. Safety first gates $20/each. Other baby items. 5 Gates Cres. after 6:30pm. AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES HANK'S APPLIANCES. Fridges $100/up, stoves $150/up, wash- ers & dryers $350/pr. Washers $175/up, dryers $150/up. Stackable washer/dryer $499/up. Portable dishwasher $175/up. Dehumidifiers $100. Large selec- tion of appliances. Visit our showroom. Barbecue Parts. Parts/sales/service. 426 Simcoe St.S. Mon-Fri 8-6pm, Sat 9-5pm. (905)728-4043. AJAX CHIMNEY SWEEPS wood/oil Chimney cleaning. Supply/Install caps & pest screens. Nest removal. Minor repairs. Lowest rates. Insured * Certified* No Mess* Call (905)686-7741. ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. Amazing Electronics, 601 Dundas St. W. Whitby. Call (905)665–7732. ANTIQUE BARLEY-TWIST black walnut diningroom- table, 3 leaves, 6 chairs, sideboard with marble-top, original hand-paint- ed dish cupboard. Excellent qual- ity & condition. $2700 obo. (705) 277–2329 APPLIANCES refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer, apartment-size washer & dryer. Mint condition, will sell separately, can deliver. 905- 839–0098 BED, QUEEN PILLOWTOP, orthopedic Mattress set, Never Used, still packaged, cost $1025, sell $450. 416-741-7557 BEDROOM SET, 8pce cherry- wood. Bed, chest, dresser, mir- ror, night stands, dovetail con- struction. Never opened. In boxes. Cost $9000, Sacrifice $2800. 416-748-3993 CARPETS SALE & HARDWOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $329. (30 sq. yd.) Includes: car- pet, pad and installation. Free estimates, carpet repairs. Serving Durham and surround- ing area. Credit Cards Accepted. Call Sam 905-686-1772. 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. CARROLL HOSPITAL bed, excel- lent condition, motorized multi- position, asking $1000. Also motorized recliner, blue, $100. call 905-430–1060 PENTIUM 3 COMPUTER. 128MB Ram, 56K modem, nic card, CD, floppy, USB ports, keyboard speakers/mouse, 15" monitor - Unbelievable deal at $300!; Can deliver and setup. 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. P2-350 Tower complete system $239.00; P3-450 complete system $309; Complete systems includes: 17" monitor, keyboard and mouse. All internet ready. Layaway Plan, Warranty (90 days) and Other Accessories. Call (905)576-9216 or www.speedline.ca/bitsand- bytes CRAFTMATIC BED, exercise bike, 486 computer w/monitor, key- board & desk; 1983 Turismo. Call after 6 pm. or leave message: 905-576-5285. CRIB - Fisher Price 3 in 1, excel- lent condition, with mattress, $100. firm. 905-579-9964. DECORATIVE JADE PLANT. 35"in diameter and 44" high. In mag- nificent condition. Most suitable for executive home or office. Cost $450.00. Tel:905-420–8557 or email savorycp@rogers.com. DINING ROOM SUITE, Burnished oak, recently refinished, 13 pcs, oval table, 4 side-chairs, 2 arm- chairs, 4-pc wall unit includes bar & china cabinet, $3500 905- 509–7044 DININGROOM 13 PCE cherry, 8 chairs. Buffet, hutch, server, dovetail construction. Still in boxes. Cost $11,000. Sacrifice $3000. (416)746-0995. DININGROOM SUITE- 9 pc. 1930's, original condition. table/self storing leaf, china cab- inet, buffet & 6 chairs. Asking $3400. Call 905-576-6208. DININGROOM SUITE,9pcs 1930's walnut, $2,300; sofa taupe chenille, solid wood frame, $850; 4 parsons chairs, creme damask, $475. Call 905- 683–0794 DININGROOM SUITE,solid honey oak, 6 chairs, buffet, hutch, leaf, stain resistant seats. Divorced - no room. Asking $2500 obo. Call for details (905)579–0946 ELECTRIC STOVE,washer & dryer, all in good condition. Call (905)655–7323 ENGLISH CHINA DINNERWARE, eight 5 pc. place settings, plus 5 servicing pces. Pattern still avail- able. Excellent condition. Asking $650. Call (905) 571–4109 FRIDGE, 2 Door frost-free, large capacity; Deluxe 30" or 24" elec- tric stove $475/pr., washer/dryer, heavy-duty, Deluxe models, $275/pr; all immaculate condi- tion, very clean. 905-925–6446 (Oshawa). FULL WET SUIT,black, size large, will fit person 6', 190-200 lbs. Farmer John, hood, mitts, boots, weight belt and weighs complete $100. 905-420–2415 GOALIE EQUIPMENT - Goalie pants, Browns JB906 BIK $50; chest protector, McKemey CA355 BIK $100; catcher & blocker set, Simmons PTK, $50. each. 905-985-3722. HARVEST TABLE with drawer, beautiful condition, 7ft. dark pine, extends to 9ft. asking $600. (905)686–4641, leave message HEAVY DUTY washer/dryer $450/pr, dresser $75, dining suite with china cabinet $650. home embroidery sewing machine $1650. (905)426–2729 evenings. HOT TUB 2003 all options, red wood cabinet, never used, still in wrapper. Cost $9995, sell $5000. (416)746-0995. HUNTER DOUGLAS 2 DAY SALE EVENT. Save up to 70% when you bring your own measure- ments on Fri. Sept. 26th, 8 a.m - 5 p.m. and Sat. Sept. 27th, 9 a.m .- 5 p.m. Sale held at SUNSHADE BLINDS & DRAPERY, 88 Old Kingston Rd. Ajax (Pickering Village). Phone 905-428–0937 CUSTOM MADE Kitchen cup- boards and counter top. White ash color cupboards 2' high by 9' wide and beige counter top. Ideal for small kitchen, bathroom, or cottage. 905-697-9462 (snp) LAWN TRACTOR, w/snowblow- er, trailer, $1400, 92' P/U, 4x4, ext. cab & box cert. & e-tested. $6500. Woodstove, glass door, Ash drawer, $300. 905- 404–7338 LIKE NEW, antique look, hutch buffet and dining room table and 6 chairs, seats eight. $l,000 or best offer. (905) 987–1282 LUDWIG DRUMS with all hard- ware and rack, 24" bass with Zildjian and Sabian $1000. also other accessories - Alesis drum machine/Octoban drums. Mike (905)404–0136 NEED A COMPUTER?Don't have cash? The original IBM Pentium 4 PC for $1 a day! No $$$ down! Fast delivery! Free digital cam- era! Call Now! 1-800-656-8369 www.dollaraday.com OAK LUMBER for sale. Kiln dry, Select Grade or Best Offer for lots of 4/4, 5/4, 6/4 common grade, limited quantities. 705- 745-33533 Peterborough. ONTARIO BEEF- grain fed, gov't. inspected, cut to your satisfac- tion. Order by the side, $1.59 cut and wrapped. 705-432-3031. PIANO SALE October 17-19. Ajax Community Centre. Over 50 new & used pianos & digital. Call 1- 800-281-7172 for info. PIANO TECHNICIAN available for tuning, repairs, & pre-purchase consultation on all makes & models of acoustic pianos. Reconditioned Heintzman, Yamaha, Mason & Risch, & other grand or upright pianos for sale. Gift Certificates available. Call Barb at 905-427-7631 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com Visa, MC, Amex. PIANO Mason and Risch $780, organ $59., folding tables $25 each, King table saw, $399., scaffolding $30 set, 13" TV $99., cement mixer $200., (905) 655–4138 PLAYSTATION MOD CHIPS, Play backed-up and foreign titles. PS1 Chip: $65. PS2 Chip: $95 (vs 1- 4), $150 (vs 5-7). XBOX Chip: $150. All work guaranteed. Inquire about our list of used games. North End Oshawa. (905)924-2097 POOL TABLE - 8x4 Ambassador, 1" slate, green felt, mahogany finish, Queen-Ann style legs, leather pockets, accessories included, mint condition, $2,000 or best reasonable offer. 905- 983–5679 RENT TO OWN new and recondi- tioned appliances, and new T.V's. Full warranty. Paddy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798- 5502. PINE DINING SET 8-pc $750; pine double bedroom set 7-pc $750; queen maple bedroom 6- pc $850; sofa & loveseat $400; solid oak pedestal table & chairs $650; Duncan Phyfe pedestal table 4 chairs $500; fridge, stove, washer, dryer, portable dish- washer, can deliver 905- 260–1236 SOLID OAK ANTIQUE dinning room set with four chairs. Great condition. Pls call 905-430- 0529. SOLID OAK diningroom suite, double pedestal table, 6 chairs, buffet and hutch, $2500; bed- room suite like new $600; coffee end tables etc. 905-668–4104 SOLID PINE 7-pc Kroehler colo- nial diningroom suite w/pedestal table $850; Matching end/coffee tables $200; Birch mate's bed/mattress $175, Matching desk $100, dresser w/mirror $75; wing chair $200. 905- 837–9509 SONY 53" big screen television, only 3 years old and in new con- dition, hardly used. $2,000 firm. Call (905) 922-9017 SPA & HOT TUB COVERS - best quality, best prices, all colours, all sizes, large variety available. Delivery included. Central Ontario Hot Tubs, call Paul 905- 259-4514 or 416-873-9141. VENDORS WANTED at the Courtice Flea Market. 5,000 - 6,000 people per weekend. Rents start $245 per mo. for indoor space. Located 2 min. North of 401 between Oshawa and Bowmanville. Call (905) 436- 1024 TARPS Woven Poly Tarps, All sizes from 8'x10' to 30'x50'. Priced $7-$90 (tax incl.). Call Bowmanville 905-623-5258. Port Perry 905-985-7558 STORAGE TRAILERS AND stor- age containers, 24 ft. & 22 ft.. Call 905-430-7693. THE SIMPSONS Collector's Edition Second Season DVD set. All 22 episodes with extras and commentary. Unopened, never used, still in original packaging, $45. Call 905-373-7063. TWO BRAND NEW kitchens for sale (still in bubble wrap) Diagram of layouts available. White $2900, medium brown $7900. Call (905)924-3076 or (905)430-1854. TWO ULTRAMATIC BEDS $1,200,four piece oak bedroom set /B.O. - double orthopedic mattress, box spring and frame - $800. Antique sewing machine/oak cabinet $200. Coffee table set $175. Call (905) 721–8051 Articles Wanted315 LOOKING FOR USED TOOLS. Please call Kirk (905)261-4397. Vendors Wanted316 ATTENTION CRAFTERS -NEW TO OSHAWA THIS WEEK HOME SHOW Sept. 26th-28th, - Crafters, tables available on top level of the Civic Auditorium, $125. a spot. Call Devon ext. 2236 or Wendy ext. 2215 at Oshawa This Week 905-579- 4400 Pet, Supplies Boarding370 CKC-REGISTERED GERMAN Shepherd puppies. World class German Show Lines. Large- bonded. Vet-checked, 1st shots, tattooed. Outstanding tempera- ments. Family-raised. Guaranteed. Call 705-786-0322 GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS. Born June 5, 2003. CKC- Registered. Elite German (work- ing) pedigrees. Up-to-date shots & dewormed. 905-985-3336 PURE BREED - Lhasa ApsoPups - Adorable, tiny, paper/outdoor trained, home raised first nee- dles, vet checked, dewormed, health guarantee. Call (705)786–3124 OLDER CATS need love too! Many young to older adult cats (spayed or neutered, fully vacci- nated) looking for homes. Kittens with first booster sometimes available. Many medium to larg- er breeds of dogs available for adoption. Pet supplies (especial- ly cat food and litter) and dona- tions always welcomed. Please call Durham Animal Adoption at 905-438–8411 PAPILLON PUPS 9 WEEKS $500, 5 yr old stud $400. Call evenings or weekends 905-986–9955. PUPPIES, German Sheppards, Toy & Minature Poodles, Cocker Spaniels, Shitzu, Shi-Poos, Terripoos, Pugpoos, Cockapoos, Dashhound Poodles, Jack Russells, Golden Retreivers, "Sheppard-X, Lab-X, Collie-X, Springer Spaniel-X, $100." Kittens, Himalayans & Persians. 905-831-2145. Grooming Services avail. SCHNOODLE PUPS,10 weeks, vet checked, lst shots, dewormed. Raised at home with children, $350. Telephone (416) 709–5636 Cars For Sale400 1985 CORVETTE, excellent con- dition, 73,000 kms., $15, 000. Ask for Sam 905-668–6922 (days) or 905-668-4046 1987 CUTLASS CRUISER Wagon, certified, e-tested. Used vehicle package. Air, ps., p.b., 213,000kms $1800. Excellent driving condition. Call (905)571–5423 1988 CUTLASS SUPREME,good condition, v-6, auto, new brakes, tires, muffler, gas tank, Asking $2,000 or best offer. phone (905) 743–6285 1989 LINCOLN MARK V11. Black with gry leather interior. Sunroof. Original owner & paint. 217,000 km. Price negotiable. 905-983- 9780 or 905-983-9688, leave message. 1991 PONTIAC Bonneville SSE, E-tested, certifiable. $1200. 905- 263-2861 1992 GEO TRACKER,204km, auto, 2wd, needs mech. work, extra set of tires $500 obo. Call (905)435–0135 1992 PONTIAC LEMANS good condition, no rust. new tires, gas lines. Ready to go. Certified/e- tested $2500. Call 905-579-0811 1992 SATURN SSC, gold, excel- lent condition, clean, runs great, good mileage, certified and e- tested, only $1600 obo. 905- 668–8620 days or leave mes- sage anytime. 1993 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT VR6, 4-door, 6-cylinder, auto- matic, full load, power slider roof, leather interior, B.B.S. rims, solid reliable automobile $4995 Certified/Emissions. 1 Year Warranty Included 905-718- 5032 1993 GRAND AM,red, 4 cyl., p.s., p.b., p.windows, air, very good condition. 160,000kms. $3500 obo. Call (905)839–9736 1991 CHEV CORSICA 3.1 auto, 4-dr, 220k, p/s, p/b, nice car, ask- ing $1,950 certified/e-tested. ALSO 1989 Nissan Micra 5-spd, only 135K, nice shape, asking $950 as is. 905-404–8695 pri- vate. SAVE $$$ Cars from $1800 & up. Best prices in town. No reason- able offer refused. (Kelly & Sons since 1976) Certified & e-tested. 905-683-7301 or 905-424-9002 after 6. 1994 GRAND PRIX,white, 4dr, excellent condition, all hwy. miles, certified, E-tested, must be seen $4700. 905-404–1955 1994 VOYAGER VAN,white, tan cloth interior, V6 auto, air works, tinted glass, 190km, was $4750, now $4450; 1998 SUNFIRE, 2 dr, 4cyl, 5-spd, green, grey int., 145,000km, new tires $5995; 1996 SUNFIRE, 2 dr, 4 cyl, auto, pw, locks, sunroof, teal grey int., new front brakes, 154,000km, $4995; All cars certified & e-test- ed. 1989 JAGUAR XJS, V12, aut, red, tan interior, just spent $1700. at dealer. New body, paint, recent tires, $7500 as is. Dealer; 905-985-1991. Will take trade on any one of them. 1995 OSHAWA built Lumina LS, 4 door, 5 passenger, all options, 130 km. cert., e-tested, excellent condition asking $5900. 905- 430–3317. 1995 TAURUS wagon, 6 cyl., auto, ps, pb, cruise, green. Good condition, Sell certified $2600 or uncertified, Phone (705)340–5550. 1996 CADILLAC STS,loaded, $12,500. Call (905)579–6731 (snp) 1996 TAURUS WAGON,excel- lent condition, loaded, uncerti- fied. $4,000 or best offer. Telephone (905) 509–6111 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. 1997 BUICK PARK AVENUE Ultra, 106km, leather interior, fully loaded, many extras, mint cond. $12,500 obo. Call (905)571-6902. (snp) 1997 GRAND AM GT fully loaded, leather, red exterior, black interior, good shape, e- tested. Will certify. $5800. Call (905)718–6375 1997 SUNFIRE, GT coupe, black, 5 speed, air, cruise, cd, new car condition. 127,000 kil., $6,500. Certified and e-tested. Telephone (905) 263–4155 after 6 p.m. 1998 ACURA 1.6 EL, LOADED with extras, 112,000km, lady dri- ven, $11,900 O.B.O. Certified. 905-725-6393. 1999 GRAND AM,power locks and windows, automatic, air, cassette, certified 91,000 kil., $10,000. Telephone (905) 579–5855 1999 HYUNDAI ACCENT, 3 door, blue, 113,000-km, automatic, CD, winter tires included, certified, e- tested, $4500. 905-434-1822 2000 FOCUS SE WAGON, only 47,000kms, Fantastic shape! No down payment only $261/month OAC taxes included. Fully certi- fied. ROYAL WOODS FORD LIN- COLN (905)686–2300 2001 NISSAN SENTRA, 28k, lady driven, cranberry, auto, air, keyless, CD, cruise, tilt, p.win- dows, health forces sale. $13,800 obo. Call 905-427–3111 2002 HONDA CIVIC SPORT, sil- ver, automatic, best offer over $16,000. Call 905-725-0376 or 705-878-7011. Best Motel on Kingston Road. AAA/CAA Approved Kitchenette, whirlpool, cable TV 25", low weekly rates, 416-281-8393 www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, September 21, 2003 PAGE 27 A/P 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 185 Houses For Rent 190 Townhouses For Rent 194 Shared Accommodation 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale 2002 SATURN SC1, air, auto, cruise, power windows/locks, $328.03 per month assume lease till June 2006. 0 down and $1500. signing bonus. 905-728–6426 99 OLDS INTRIGUE, 3.5L, cloth interior. Bose Sound System, 195,000 highway miles, $8,000. 905-430–0781 ahonda4u.com -- Lots of Toronto -- GTA Hondas 4 sale. Up to 5 pho- tos per listing!!!! 25 search fields! List yours for free!!! COROLLA, 4 DOOR, 2000, Automatic, air, CD, champagne colour, less 45,000km, lady driven, mint condition. Asking $12,000. 905-665–4620. FOR SALE 1993 JEEP YJ Renegade. Hard and soft top, 6 cylinder, 4-litre, air, 5-speed, 4x4, am/fm/cassette, 200K, $7800. 905-986–0142 or 416-807-5067. PONTIAC SUNBIRD 1994, auto, 4 door, red, power locks, air, AM/FM cassette, certified, 160kms, $3000, call 905-668–7325 MUST SELL -RARE CAR 1965 GT 40 kit. needs some work, will run, just rewired, new brakes, tire, torque thrust D rims, battery, plugs, shocks. 16,000 miles. White, blue race stripes. Moving, must sell $5000 obo. 905-718- 3964 after 6pm. Cars Wanted405 CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in running condition. Call 427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MURAD AUTO SALES. JOHNNY JUNKER Tops all for good cars and trucks or free removal for scrap. Speedy ser- vice. (905)655-4609 Trucks For Sale410 1985 PICK UP GMC WRAN- GLER, 6.2 diesel engine, new transmission, lots of new parts, good shape, cap. $3900 obo. or will consider trade for ATV. 905- 623–4573 1988 CHEVY S-10 Pick Up. 5 speed manual transmission, excellent condition, comes com- plete with box liner and cap. $1990-obo. Phone 905-440- 4863 snp 1991 GMC 3/4 TON pick up, 4 wheel drive, snow plow, e-tested, runs great, looks good. No rust. $7500. Call (905)718–6375. 1997 DODGE RAM 1500, 4x4 pickup, power steering, power brakes, air conditioning, low mileage, $16,000, 905-342- 2704. 1999 GMC JIMMY, auto, 4X4, fully loaded, pw, keyless entry, rust proofed, tilt steering, tinted windows, cruise control, air con, Mountain motif on exterior, am/fm stereo, CD, 70,000 km, asking $13,900. 905-579–4862 Vans/ 4-Wheel Dirve420 1990 CHEVY LUMINA APV,air, p/w, p/l, cruise, am/fm cassette, 183K, needs TLC, $1500 obo. Call 905-721–1438 1990 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER LE,loaded many new parts, good condition, runs well. $1800 OBO, 905-720–3474 1992 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER,7 passenger, cert. e-tested, excel- lent shape, $2800, call 905- 442–5592 1996 FORD WINDSTAR,certi- fied, e-tested, fully loaded, rear air and heat, excellent condition, $4,975. Tony (905) 686–5401 1999 DODGE Caravan Sport, 3.8 ltr., ABS, quad seating, A/C, very clean, fully loaded, certified, E- Tested, Priced to sell $7,995. 905-697–9500. 9-5, after 6, 905- 242-8681. 2000 WINDSTAR LX, air, tilt, CC, 4 dr, excellent condition. No down payment, only $279/month OAC, taxes included. Fully certi- fied. ROYAL WOODS FORD LIN- COLN (905)686–2300. 2001 PONTIAC MONTANA ext, 24,530-km, 7 pass., remote key- less, a/c, pw, silver grey, 3.4L, v- 6 eng., roof mount, luggage, auto, am/fm/cd, asking $20,000. 905-686-9257, 416-892-6585 Motorcycles435 1987 YAMAHA Varago 535-cc $2800. 1989 Dodge Shadow $800 as is. Paul 905-786-1080 2003 POLARIS, 700 twin, sportsman, green, winch bumper, brush guard, 325 miles, $10,000. OBO. 905-430–1060. 84 HONDA,V30, 500cc, fairings, 58k., $2500 certified, or best offer. call 905-668–0584. Garage & Storage Space455 OUTDOOR STORAGE Available, $25/mo. up to 10 ft.; $40/mo. over 10 ft.; Also Colorado blue spruces, dig your own $25/each. 905-655–5666 Lost and Found265 LOST- GOLD MEDIC Alert bracelet, on Sunday Sept 14th. REWARD. Call (905)433–0865 Personals268 MCVI (R.S. McLaughlin Collegiate and Vocational Institute) Graduating Class of 1984 HIGH SCHOOL REUNION. October 4, 2003 at 7:30 p.m. Tailgate Charlie's, 145 King St. West Oshawa. Tickets $15.00, available at the door or by calling Tailgate Charlie's 905-723-8003. Order them early. More info: htttp: //home.ican.net/~sunshowr Nannies/ Live-In/Out270 LIVE-IN NANNY req'd for 1yr old boy, light housekeeping duties, Pickering area. References. Call 416-894-9956 WANTED - Nanny, must be Filipina, doing housework, and take care of two kids. Call Teresa 905-426-4809. Daycare Available273 ABC HOME DAYCARE in Pickering, has spaces available. Meals/snacks. Preschool program & lots of fun for the little ones. Visit: www.abcdaycare.ca or call 905-839–9705 BROCK / MAJOR OAKS Tender lov- ing home daycare for your child on quiet court, fenced yard, playroom. 13 years exp. nursing background, references. 905-683-8934 DAYCARE AVAILABLE in our home, all ages, fenced backyard, meals provided, reasonable rates and references. White's Rd. and Hwy. 2. Call (905)839–6851 DAYCARE space available in our Sullivan/Magill area home, pet free/smoke free. Newfoundland mother with CPR and first aid. Large backyard. Any age welcome. 905-619-0815 ECE and her assistant would like to take care of your children. Fun activities, daily outings, hot meals, fenced yard, no pets. Close to Vaughn Willard school. Call Irene (905)837–0315 HARWOOD/BAYLY affordable, safe daycare in my home, fun activities, healthy meals provided. Flexible hours, 12 months + up. Call 905- 686–8015, ask for Amanda LICENSED CHILDCARE for infants to 12 yrs., full or part-time care in a safe home environment. Caregivers are screened and regu- larly inspected. Receipts. DURHAM PROFESSIONAL HOME DAYCARE 905-509-1207 or toll-free 1-877- 236-2959. ALTONA/HWY. 2 - Now Open, beautiful home daycare from 3 months to 4 yrs. 3 spaces, fluent English and Hungarian. Receipts. Call Judit 905-509-5802. 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. SCHOOL-TIME DAYCARE. Limited spaces available in our highly recommended program. In Ajax across from Costco. Call Mrs. Macdonell at (905) 428–8847 Daycare Wanted274 RELIABLE childcare giver need- ed immediately for night hours in my home for 4yr old. Liverpool/Bayly area. References req'd. 905-626–2167 Mortgages Loans165 $$ MONEY $$100% 1st, 2nd and 3rd Mortgages. Bad credit OK. Call Ontario Wide 1-888- 307-7799. $$MORTGAGES$$BEST RATES AVAILABLE!!! 1st/2nd mort- gages, bankrupt, poor credit, self-employed, no income. HMC 1-800-699-0792 MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any purpose. All applications accepted. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905) 668–6805. $$ 1ST & 2ND MTGES $$Debt Consolidations, Refinancing, Credit issues, Pre-approvals, Cashbacks, Low rates, Residential/Commercial. Call Dennis at (289)314-1102 www.mortgagebid.ca CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 100%. From 4.85% for 5 years. Best avail- able rates. Private funds available. Refinancing debt consolidation a specialty. For fast professional ser- vice call 905-666-4986. BUSINESS Finance Specialist Business loans for all purposes. From Prime + 1%. 905-690-9875 MONEY PROBLEMS?STOP: judge- ments, garnishments, mortgage fore- closures & harrassing creditor calls. GET: Debt Consolidations, & protec- tion for your assets. Call now: 905- 576-3505 MORTGAGES.Line of credit? No income? 1 call does it all. 905- 442–1102 or 905-404-8858. Email ferduse@aol.com AMS ARRANGES 1st & 2nd up to 100% for any property. Self Employed, bankrupts, foreclosures stopped, debt consolidation, refi- nance. Good/Bad credit all applica- tions processed. Prime Bank rates to Private Funding. Call Val Lawson 905- 436-9292. Toll free 1-877-509-5626 or Online application: www.accuratemortgages.com House Cleaning556 HOUSECLEANING AVAILABLE by mature dependable experienced per- son with flexible hours. Reasonable rates Call 905-434-9767. Home Improvements700 TREE CUTTING & TRIMMING 25 yrs. exp. Fully insured Free estimates 905-433-7140 REAL HANDYMAN Small job Specialist Garbage Removal Plumbing, electrical, Painting, Drywall etc Call Joseph cell - 905-626-6247 pgr - 416-530-8481 SIMPCO IMPROVEMENTS Specializing in a variety of home improvements and maintenance services. (905) 426-9383 or (905) 442-3742 www.renovations4u.ca * G/Openers Installed $70 * F/B from $6500+material * Decks/Fences & * G/Sheds * Painting & Decorating * Wooden Floors/Ceramics * Electrical/Plumbing * Dry Walling/Taping * All Kitchens * Patios/Paths & Steps * Lawn/Snow Maintenance Call Abdul 905-444-9944 HANDYMAN SERVICES Basements, decks, painting, bath- rooms, kitchens, etc. Call (905) 686–5077 Greg G.C.B. CONSTRUCTION General Home Renovations & Improvements All work guaranteed Craig 905-686-1913 DRM WOODWORKS • Carpentry services • Renovations • Additions • Garages • Decks Residential / Commercial Daniel (905) 550-0481 (416) 409-3572 DOORS “R” US GARAGE DOORS, OPENERS, (We install), FIX BROKEN SPRINGS, CABLES, ROLLERS. Sales Service & Repairs 905-837-0949 Bathroom renovations, new kitchen counters and kitchens, finished basements, rec. rooms and decks, 20 yrs. Exp. call Mario (905) 619-4663 Cell (416) 275-0034 BUDGET HOME IMPROVEMENTS Barrier Free Renovations. KC ALUMINUM Siding, soffitt, fas- cia eaves trough, windows. Low Low prices quality work. Contact Kevin at (416) 827-5079 REAL HANDYMAN Small job Specialist Garbage Removal Plumbing, electrical, Painting, Drywall etc For people with limited cash flow. Call Joseph 905-428-7528 cell - (905)626-6247 MERRY MAIDS $30 OFF your first cleaning Call for a free estimate 905-837-9601 MAIDS IN MOTION Housecleaning Services ✸Very Affordable ✸Bonded & Insured Call for your free estimate today 905-655-0497 KLASSIC CLEANING Weekly , Biweekly, or Monthly Service Reliable, thorough Mary (905)428-1648 Helen (905)427-6622 HOUSE CLEANER Are you looking for an experienced and reli- able housecleaner I work alone Reasonable rates References available Ajax/ Pickering area (905)428-8346 or (cell) (416)-809-9387 HONEST, Reliable, Mature, Two experienced Lady will do cleaning by the day every other Fri. avail. Reasonable Rates Excellent references (905) 439-9004 pls leave message 1st, 2nd, 3rd MORTGAGES Res/Comm up to 100% financing. Best rates possible. Credit prob- lems? Self-employed? No Problem! Avanti Financial (905)428–8119 Approved! Approved! Approved! New Car! New Credit! New Car! New Credit! New Car! New Credit! New Visa! New Visa! New Visa! 1167 Kingston Rd., Pickering CALL FOR DETAILS or Apply online: burnsycreditking@yahoo.ca DAVE THE CREDIT KING (416) 454-7470 (905) 839-6666 Interest rates vary from 0% to 29.9% • Bad Credit • No Credit • Even Bankrupt Credit • But need a car? Phone Mel today 905-576-1800 All applications accepted. Downpayment or trade may be required. • APR from 9.9% • eg. Car $10,000 • APR 19% • Payment $322.78/mo. • 48 months • C.O.B. $4698.09 Rates vary depend on credit history. SALES LIMITED WE FINANCE EVERYONE First time buyers, 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 28 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, September 21, 2003 www.durhamregion.com CREDIT PROBLEMS... NO PROBLEM TO US!! • Slow Credit • Poor Credit • Bankrupt (discharged) • New Immigrant/Refugee • 1st time buyer OVER 100 VEHICLES TO CHOOSE FROM ALL MAKES AND MODELS The sooner you call us the quicker you’re driving CONTACT: JORDAN HUTCHINSON SPECIAL FINANCE DEPT. (416) 264-2311 ext. 325 2003 CHEV MALIBU V-6 engine, auto., cruise control, air cond., p. windows, power locks, tilt steering wheel, more! 2 at this price $ 14,988 2002 SUNFIRE & CAVALIERS Auto. A/C 4 at this price FROM $ 9,988 4 FROM 400 Cars For Sale 400 Cars For Sale 400 Cars For Sale Happy 1 st Birthday Mya Love Mommy & Daddy 248 Birthdays 248 Birthdays Pina and Mario Santacroce with Veronica and Eric Arancibia would like to congratulate their daughter Teresa Santacroce and son Alexis Arancibia on their engagement on August 28th 2003. Both families love them very much and wish them all the best. CONGRATULATION 250 Engagements 250 Engagements NOTICE TO CREDITORS TAKE NOTICE that all claims against the Estate of HELEN HARRIS COOPER of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, formerly of Ajax, Ontario who died on or about the 3rd day of August, 2003 must be filed with the undersigned before October 31, 2003, after which the Estate will be dis- tributed with regard only to claims then received. DAVID G. STONE Barrister and Solicitor 405 Wellington Street East Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario P6A 2M1 Solicitor for Estate Trustee 261 Legal Notices 261 Legal Notices Live LOCAL chat!Browse ads FREE! QP assumes no liability when using svc. 18+. FM/03. 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Ian Parsons, President of the Pickering Squash Club,holds the keys to one of three cars up for grabs at the Doubles Vi- sion 2005 Golf Tournament being held this Tuesday. ❦ CARTER, JULIE ❦ In loving memory of our darling daughter and sister who passed away three years ago, on September 22, 2000 at the age of 13. If remembering brings you closer Then you never went away, For the thoughts of you are with us Each and everyday. There will always be a heartache, And many a silent tear, But precious are the memories, Of the days when you were here. Julie we miss you more each day. We hope you are having fun with Sandy. Love Mom, Dad, Mike & Jennifer MICHAEL KENNETH MASON Surrounded by his children, Mike passed away peacefully on Wednesday September 17, 2003 at Lakeridge Health Centre while bat- tling cancer at the age of 57. He will be loved and missed by his family; Jill, sons Bret, Todd, Rashad, daughter Shay and granddaughter Alyssa. Mike was an avid fisherman, devoted father, doting grandfather ("Bagdad") and salesman extraordinaire. His life mission was "to make a difference in the lives of others by helping them to achieve a level of well-be- ing and happiness that they otherwise may not have enjoyed". Everyone he touched has benefitted from his commitment to this vision and will miss his constant support and optimism. At Mike's request there will not be a visitation or service. Donations can be made in Mike's memory to the Durham Re- gion Cancer Centre at (905)433-4339. 256 Deaths 256 Deaths 258 In Memoriam 258 In Memoriam A/P PAGE 30 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, September 21, 2003 www.durhamregion.com NE032F103 © 2003. Sears Canada Inc.NE032G103 © 2003. Sears Canada Inc. NE103F102 © 2002. Sears Canada Inc. our lowest prices of the season during Sears Days NE094H203 ©2003. 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OR LEASE FOR AN ADDITIONAL /month for 48 MONTHS 0% PURCHASE FINANCING FOR 72 MONTHSOR Dodge Grand Caravan Highest Side Impace Rating DIESEL 5.2L V8, auto, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, air, AM/FM cass., security grp., full time transfer case & more. Only 69,400 km. Stk. #T6021A. 1999 DURANGO SLT ONE OWNERONE OWNER 2001 MAZDA TRIBUTE 4X4 6 cyl., auto, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, air, p. seat, alum. wheels, p. sunroof, AM/FM cass., 6 disc CD, leather seats & more. 1 owner. Stk. #T6451A. $$68.1568.15/72 mo.Sale 2003 JEEP LIBERTY SPORT2003 JEEP LIBERTY SPORT 0%0%Purchase Financing for 60 months Purchase for $27,888$27,888 Lease for $298$298 /month for 48 months With $3,463 down payment or equivalent trade. Plus $895 freight. NO SECURITY DEPOSIT. wk. wk. wk. wk. wk.wk. wk. wk. wk. wk. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, September 21, 2003 PAGE 31 A/P A/P PAGE 32 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, September 21, 2003 www.durhamregion.com