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www.blaisdale.com12 mths - grade 8 5 Campuses in Durham Call Head Office 905-509-5005 Blaisdale MONTESSORI School Best Private School As voted by Ajax/Pickering Readers’ Choice Awards Limited Spaces Available SAVE TODAY AT Carroll Home Improvements 905-686-2445 Roofing Windows Doors STOPSTOP DON’T THROW YOUR MONEY AWAY SOLDIERING ON Military tradition continues News, 8 LAW AND ORDER A new chief in town News, 17 SERVING PICKERING SINCE 1965 News Advertiser PRESSRUN 45,600 ✦ 28 PAGES ✦ SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2003 ✦ durhamregion.com ✦ OPTIONAL DELIVERY $6/$1 NEWSSTAND Liberals stop OPG privatization of service BByy LLeesslleeyy BBoovviiee Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM — The Liberals deliv- ered on their promise to stop the privatization of nuclear in- spections this week. Local MPP Wayne Arthurs commended Energy Minister Dwight Duncan for taking “deci- sive and quick action” to stop the sale of Ontario Power Gen- eration’s (OPG) Nuclear Inspec- tion Services Division (NISD). But Mr. Arthurs, who cam- paigned hard on the issue in last month’s election, said he’d like to see his government go one step further. “We have to ensure the opera- tor and owner (of our nuclear plants) is publicly held account- able,” he said in an interview. “I think an independent (publicly- owned) body could be estab- lished but one distinct from OPG.” Thursday’s announcement was two-pronged, said Mr. Arthurs. “It was a quick and deliberate action that brought to close the privatization of nuclear inspec- tions,” he said. “There will be some details left to be finalized in moving forward.” OPG spokesman John Earl said the power generator made Inspection sell-off stopped Principal gets just desserts PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG — The top fund-raisers at West Creek Public School got a chance to pie their principal and other staffers in the face. Michael Rattan got to cream principal Kevin Lowe. All-together students raised $20,538.46 to help fund the music program, library improvements and to purchase text books. Jason Liebregts/ News Advertiser photo Extensive election coverage in Durham, Monday DDUURRHHAAMM — This Week and the News Advertiser are teaming up with Rogers Television on mu- nicipal election night. Reporters from the papers and TV station will be bringing live updates from town and city halls on Monday, Nov. 10, from 8 to 11 p.m. An expert panel will also pro- vide analysis: Tim Kelly, This Week copy editor, Mark Holland, Pickering regional councillor, and Steve Gilchrist, former provincial minister of municipal affairs. Reporters will also be filing as-it-happens results to our Web site, durhamregion.com, with mayoral and councillor results from every corner of Durham. Look to This Week and the News Advertiser for complete wrap-up coverage and analysis Wednesday, Nov. 12. Rogers can be seen on cable channel 10 in Ajax, Whitby, Os- hawa and Clarington. Pickering is served by cable channel 63. ✦See Liberals page 5 A/P PAGE 2 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 9, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Call the Registered State Farm agent near you: When it comes to investing, turn to someone who’s been there for you all along. Ask one of us how to get started today with Mutual Funds available through State Farm State Farm Investor ServicesTM. to invest in mutual funds, come in to see a mutualfriend. we live where you live. TM LIKE A GOOD NEIGHBOUR,STATE FARM IS THERE.® 04/03 State Farm Mutual Funds are not insurance products and are distributed through representa- tives of State Farm Investor Services (Canada) Co. State Farm Investor Services (Canada) Co. is a separate legal entity from State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company or any of its insurance affiliates. Scott Andrews 345 Kingston Road Suite 106 Pickering, ON 905-509-1167 P039107CN Paul Williams, CFP 1020 Brock Road South Suite 2000 Pickering, ON 905-839-6306 Kimberley Frost 641 Kingston Road Pickering, ON 905-420-3221 Vic O’Hearn 467 Westney Road South Unit 20 Ajax, ON 905-683-2251 Class-action represents 146 patients and maybe more BByy CCaarrllyy FFoosstteerr Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM — Alleging negligence put them in “serious jeopardy,” some pa- tients have launched a $70 million class-action lawsuit against Lak- eridge Health Oshawa. The lawsuit comes after 146 pa- tients, who underwent colon and gas- tro scopes last week at the hospital, were told unsterilized equipment was used during the procedures. The affected people are currently being tested for blood-borne pathogens like hepatitis and HIV, and receiving vaccinations for He- patitis A and B. “The defendant’s professional practice fell below the appropriate standard of care and put the health and safety of the Lakeridge patients in serious jeopardy through negli- gence,” says the statement of claim, filed in Whitby court late Tuesday. That alleged negligence includes the failure to sterilize the equip- ment and making sure it was steril- ized in the first place and using the equipment before mak- ing sure it had been ster- ilized. The Oshawa hospital is listed as the defendant, but lawyer Bernie O’Brien, who is repre- senting patients, said Tuesday others responsi- ble will be added as they’re made public. Janice Ann Ainsley, who had a procedure at the hospital last week, her husband Robert and their son Derek are named as the plaintiffs on behalf of all the pa- tients; so far around 15 people have joined, said lawyer Andrew Elrick, who works with Mr. O’Brien. The suit also includes those who may contract any blood-borne pathogens from possibly infected people, and any family members. “The ($70 million) sum sounds pretty big when you see it on paper, but we’re talking about patients in the number of 150... then you add in family members that may suffer,” Mr. Elrick said. “It’s like throwing a stone into a pond: you don’t know how big the number will be.” The affected patients have “sus- tained a loss of income... and their enjoyment of life has been profoundly less- ened,” the claim states. “Even those who did not ultimately develop blood-borne pathogens as a result of the De- fendant’s negligence sustained nervous shock as a result of being informed they may...(go) on to devel- op such infections.” Lakeridge released a statement Wednes- day saying since the case is now before the courts, “commenting on this matter... is inappropriate until we receive further legal ad- vice.” That means the results of an in- vestigation into how and why the equipment wasn’t sterilized will not be made public, said Francoise Guenette, corporate director of communications for Lakeridge. Hospital officials said Tuesday they believed the equipment had been washed twice instead of washed once then sterilized. The automated machine repeated the botched process for four days, from Oct. 27 to 30, before it was no- ticed. Lawsuit seeks $70 million BBEERRNNIIEE OO’’BBRRIIEENN Others will be added to lawsuit as they’re made public. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 9, 2003 PAGE 3 A/P Joe Re-Elect • Re-Elect • Re-Elect Ajax Council Ward 2Dickson What Joe Dickson says... “I’ve learned a lot from living almost all my life in Ajax: commitment; caring and con- cerned leadership; giving 100% because people are depending on you.That’s the way I live my life, and that’s the way I’ll continue to serve you as councillor in Ward 2.You can depend on me to keep fighting to make Ajax the best place to live, to raise a family, or to retire in the whole GTA. 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All have made an im- pact this year and an upcoming health care forum is hoping to make some sense of it all. ‘The Brave New Health Care World,’ put on by Durham Ac- cess to Care, will feature renowned health care expert Steven Lewis. “We’ll reflect on the year we’ve come through,” said Janet Harris, DAC’s executive director, naming SARS and the blackout as top issues. “There’s always something in health care, and this year is a great ex- ample.” Mr. Lewis is a health policy and research consultant based in Saskatoon, and adjunct pro- fessor of health policy at the University of Calgary, who spent seven years as CEO of the Health Services Utilization and Research Commission in Saskatchewan. DAC, which provides in-home care, is hoping to raise aware- ness of community health to the public, nurses and physi- cians, organizations and service providers. “We don’t really have that many forums or opportunities to think about health care and really listen,” said Mrs. Harris, adding both the provincial and municipal elections have brought health care to the fore- front. The forum runs Tuesday, Nov. 18 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Oshawa, 1011 Bloor Street East at Harmony Road. Tickets are $15 and in- clude lunch. Confirm your attendance by calling 905-430-3308 or 1-800- 263-3877 ext. 3049. Making sense out of health care An award- winning news team Recipients of 47 provincial, national and North American awards for editorial excellence in 2003 The News Advertiser Metroland Durham Region Media Group A/P PAGE 4 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 9, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Hey Kids It’s that time of year again. It’s time to send in your Letters to Santa We’ll publish selected letters in our “5th” Annual Community Christmas” edition Sunday November 30th. Remember to include your name, address and phone number. Send to: Letters To Santa c/o The News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5 or e-mail them to ajaxgraphics2@durhamregion.com fax: 905-619-9068 Ajax Do you want what’s best for ?Then Vote • To Support our Official Plan. • To support a Code of Conduct for all Council Members. • To support the Preservation of Employment Lands for Jobs and Balanced Assessment. Then Vote • To end Developer Contributions to Ajax Municipal Candidates. • To support “Smart Growth” and Control Sprawl. • To support a Vital and Pedestrian- Friendly Downtown on the Verona Site. 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Lice problem no worse than other years, board says BByy MMiikkee RRuuttaa Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM — Head lice aren’t just bugging local parents. The nasty mites are causing some to miss work and throw up their hands in frustration. But school officials say the prob- lem isn’t any greater this year and suggest that where there are hun- dreds of kids, there’s going to be some with head lice, or pediculosis. “I’ve had nights when I’ve just been in tears going through their heads,” said Pickering parent Kim Stoneman of her two daughters. Students at Bayview Heights Public School, she says her girls have had three lice treatments in three weeks and have had their hair checked every day and night. Still, they’re coming home every day with nits, lice eggs, or lice themselves. “I’m afraid that it’s going to turn into some epidemic,” she said. Ms. Stoneman acknowledges that the onus is on parents to properly treat their children if they have lice, wash sheets and pillowcases, and painstakingly remove the tiny nits from their hair. But she says the school should be sounding the alarm as well. “It’s up to the school to have the notes sent home and they’re just not doing it,” she says. Principal Heather Weber says that’s not the case. She says 13 stu- dents have been discovered with lice this year and in each case a note went home with the afflicted stu- dent. As well, notes went home with every student in the class, advising parents to check their child’s hair for lice or eggs for the next two weeks. Ms. Weber says there are 660 kids at the school and there is no epi- demic, noting every child in the school has been checked. “All I can tell you is it’s not any different from the school I was at last year,” she said, referring to Highbush Public School. “It’s a cyclical event,” says Mark Joel, the Durham District School Board’s operations su- perintendent, of occurrences. “We go through it at the end of the fall every year and we go through it again just prior to the March break.” Mr. Joel polled principals on the subject, and several report- ed cases at their school. Howev- er Mr. Joel says he doesn’t be- lieve there are more than in a typical year. The board follows the lead of the health department on head lice, says Mr. Joel. As a result, children who have been treated with lice shampoo, cream or ointments are permitted back in school after a head check, even if they have nits. The Durham health depart- ment says lice “rarely cause health problems,” noting pediculosis is not related to un- cleanliness. It is important for parents to follow to the letter the directions for products that kill lice, it says. At Glen Street Public School in Oshawa, principal Dave Black says there hasn’t been a big issue this year, noting kids have been sent home with lice just two or three times since the school’s first, school-wide lice checks in the second week of school. In previous years, he notes students were permitted to wear hats and bandannas as protection from lice. But that just covered up the problem, and gave parents a false sense of comfort, he says, noting it also made it difficult to identify intruders in the school. “When the hats were on, I think they felt that was enough,” says Mr. Black of par- ents. Ms. Stoneman says some parents support a no nit policy at board schools, which the board has rejected in the past. It would keep students out of school even if they have no lice, but only eggs, in their hair. “It’s really, really frustrating,” she says of fighting the bugs. The season for nit-picking www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 9, 2003 PAGE 5 P it very clear from the onset the de- cision to sell the NISD to a consor- tium was subject to the approval of its board and shareholder, the province of Ontario. Now that the new government has spoken, OPG will retain the NISD for inspections at its nuclear plants, he said. The sale was “an op- portunity” to get new expertise from Atomic Energy Canada Limit- ed, NNC Holdings Limited and Babcock and Wilcox (B&W) Cana- da, which make up the consortium, he said. OPG has also argued that many nuclear operators have made the move to third-party inspections. With the deal now off, Mr. Earl called it a “neutral process” for OPG. Inspections will still be car- ried out by the NISD’s competent staff, and OPG will still be able to contract out any “complimentary” inspection services to the consor- tium’s experts, he said. “In terms of safety, it makes no difference at all,” Mr. Earl said, adding the Canadian Nuclear Safe- ty Commission (CNSC) is the feder- al regulator of safety at nuclear plants in the country. While the NISD inspects nuclear equipment, CNSC staff, who are stationed regularly on site, oversee inspections, said Mr. Earl. But Mr. Arthurs disagreed. The CNSC is a federal safety regulator, not an inspection body, he said. Maurice Brenner said one of his f irst duties as interim mayor of Pickering was to communicate to the Province that City council did not support the sale of the NISD. He called Thursday’s news “fantas- tic.” Local councillors had concerns about public safety, pointing out a United States arm of B & W Cana- da was thought to have been partly responsible for the Three Mile Is- land nuclear disaster in 1979. “The inspection piece is equal to if not greater in importance than the generation (of the Pickering nu- clear plant),” said Interim Mayor Brenner. “Because it’s our safety.” Asked about the need for a pub- licly held inspection body, he said he felt “there is always room to im- prove.” “I’d like to believe OPG’s inspec- tion services division will continue to strive for an increased level of performance,” he said. The Tories’ push to privatize in- spections has gained a mixed reac- tion from nuclear workers. The So- ciety of Energy Professionals have spoken out against the move, say- ing it will compromise safety. However, Power Workers’ Union did see some opportunity in the sale for its members in the form of more work, said staff officer David Shier. “We’re looking at the situation and studying how it may affect our members,” he said. Liberals stop sale of inspection services ✦ Liberals from page 1 Be informed When you mark your ballot make sure you know why More people might vote in federal elections than in the municipal races but few things get more personal than local politics. In the past weeks, there has been a lot of scrutiny of the candidates and their integrity, particularly from those in the opposing camps. As a result we've been inundated with stories about candidates whose signs are too big, their brochures not quite accurate or their use of a certain logo not quite kosher. Depending how you look at it, these things either speak to a candidate's character, or just the fact they are a bit unin- formed on certain election procedures. But when you go to vote on Monday, Nov. 10, and we en- courage you to do so, we hope you will take with you a very clear understanding of where each candidate sits on the issues that matter most to you. In Ajax and Pickering, similar themes have resonated throughout the campaigns, such as: • What is an appropriate balance between environmental protection and growth. In Ajax debate centres around the in- tegrity of the Official Plan and council's ability to work with de- velopers in a proactive way to avoid OMB hearings while still adhering to smart growth principles. In Pickering, there is the question of protection versus development, full or partial, of the agricultural preserve and the provincially-owned Seaton lands; • Hospital expansion: Is it appropriate for the local munici- pality or regional government to provide funding from proper- ty taxes toward the 30 per cent community contribution; • What is the role of local councils in ensuring the Rouge Val- ley, Ajax and Pickering hospital maintains services in this community; • What is the candidate's position on public funding and support of the new West Durham Arts Centre and other recre- ation and arts initiatives; • What do the candidates feel is an appropriate balance be- tween tax rate increases versus service improvements and in- frastructure maintenance; • And for school board trustees: Do they have a vision, un- derstanding and a willingness to be accountable for decisions they will make for our children. Will they show up at meetings. The appropriate answers will depend upon your own view. There is still time to read the literature delivered at your door, look at back issues of the paper or even call a candidate for clarification. Having done so, you can exercise your democrat- ic right knowing you are making an informed decision. Better building design could save bird casualties TToo tthhee eeddiittoorr:: Margaret Carney's letter of concern about bird causalities prompts a refer- ral to FLAP (Fatal Light Awareness Program), which reports more daytime strikes than those at night caused by the attraction of bright lights in win- dows and have a number of solutions. They can be reached at 416-366-FLAP or www.flap.org. The National Geographic Magazine, September 2003, devotes a double-page spread to a photo of a bird fatalities collected by FLAP with a short history of this charitable organization. A case in Ajax was reported in FLAP's Spring 2003 newsletter when a trained rescuer picked up a grackle that had fallen after colliding with a glass bus shelter. After a short rest period it was released into the nearby Duffins Creek Conservation Area. My daughter and I rescued a bird, which had collided with the glass windows that reflect the sky at the YMCA. The male juvenile sapsucker had to be euthanasized by an avian vet- erinarian as its broken shoulder could not be repaired. The architects of new buildings in the Durham Region would do well to consider tinted glazed win- dows such as the General Motors Build- ing at Second Marsh - a frequented mi- g ration stopover. Prevention is less painful then sometimes impossible cures. 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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, November 9, 2003 www.durhamregion.com I've gazed into my crystal ball and here's what our municipal leaders are going to deal with over the next three years. Regardless of the community you live in, each and every wannabe pol will tell you it's possi- ble to provide more services, build libraries and recreation centres, get those streets plowed before the snow falls, all the while keeping property taxes from rising one iota. How? Easy, they'll say, by eliminating fat in municipal bud- gets. To that I say, good luck. Is there excess spending by mu- nicipal governments? Perhaps there's a buck here or a few cents there. But there's nothing like the fat that hung over Jared's belt be- fore he found Subway. If there was fat, I'm sure politicians would have found it long ago. There certainly isn't the extra dough needed to provide more services. Plan for property-tax increases in the infla- tion range. Pickering residents can expect to see pols saying the deal reached with developers will provide all sorts of environmental protection for the agricultural preserve. When all is said and done, the only thing that will be grown on the preserve will be flowers next to the driveways that will flourish. Over in Ajax, about 1,000 acres of land designated for employ- ment purposes will have easy ac- cess to Hwy. 401 when a new inter- change is open. During the coming term, street brawls will be waged on the council floor, either be- tween the Town and developers or the different council factions, over allowing housing on that land. Al- ready, two applications have been filed to convert employment land to residential use. Expect a whole lot more. The Pickering and Ajax issues combine to create more commuter congestion. School board wise, expect par- ents to be up in arms over a new direction in education - putting el- ementary students in bigger build- ings. The move to a bigger school has already happened in Ajax with the creation of Bolton C. Falby Public School. Regionally, trash will be the big issue. Those fine folks in Michigan don't seem to want to play wel- come host to Canadian garbage. Durham may have to find a solu- tion, but given the sheer venom that garbage produces, don't ex- pect our leaders to be innovative or independent. Whatever Toronto decides to do, Durham will jump on board. 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World champion hurdler Perdita Felicien will speak at a fund-raising dinner at her alma mater on Friday, Nov. 14. The event is the cornerstone of a campaign to raise funds for a new health centre at the school, com- plete with cardio machines, and other exercise equipment. According to Pine Ridge phys-ed head Andrew Lue, the dinner will not only help raise money for the much- needed project within the school, but will also serve as an opportunity for Pine Ridge to recognize the achieve- ments of Felicien, who was crowned the women’s 100-metre hurdles world champion in France this summer. “It’s a chance for us to honour her here at the school for her accom- plishments. She was overwhelmed; she was excited that we would want to do that for her, to help her cele- brate her accomplishments.” Staff and students are taking an active role in ensuring the gala evening’s a success, says Pine Ridge principal Sarah McDonald. The school’s culinary arts students will cater the meal, while music teacher Mike Onyschuk is the head of the fund-raising committee, and has also pulled together the entertainment for the evening, provided by the school’s music and dance programs. Lue acknowledges the idea behind a new health centre for the school took root after he and McDonald viewed a CBC television program that outlined how a Guelph high school raised money for its health and fitness centre. McDonald says the Guelph project cost $80,000 to complete, and the Pine Ridge initiative will need a like amount to bring its health centre to fruition. She hopes the centre will be fully functional in four years’ time. The need for a state-of-the-art fit- ness facility speaks for itself, says Lue. It will allow staff and students the opportunity to keep fit. “A lot of these kids go home and sit in front of a computer,” he says. “It’s a fast-food society, so we have to get kids active in some other things.” The facility will also be incorporat- ed into the school’s phys-ed program where gym classes can use the equipment. It should also be a boon to the school’s sports teams, al- lowing players the opportu- nity to work out in-house. As for staff, Lue says studies have shown that those given the opportunity to work out at their place of employment have less sick days. Lue says the push is on to sell tickets to the gala. The school’s community council is involved in the sale of tickets. The school’s leader- ship class will be heading out to elementary feeder schools, hoping parents of future Pine Ridge students will “make an investment” in their child’s life. In addition to the dinner, there will be a silent auc- tion, with items donated by area businesses. For more information or for tickets, call Lue at 905- 420-1885, ext. 300. Pine Ridge is on track Pine Ridge High School hosts a fund-raiser Nov. 14 for a new fit- ness centre. Helping get ready are, front row from left Principal Sarah McDonald, Trevor Innes, and Scott White. Back row Cameron Hodge, Andrew Lue head of physical education, Sara Nicholson and Jason Dorah. A/P PAGE 8 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 9, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Enter To Win Remember to include your name and address and phone number. Deadline Wed. Nov. 26 @ 5:00 pm Do you have an all time favourite holiday recipe that you’d like to share with your community? Send it in for your chance to win one of 6 “Company’s Coming Decadant Desserts” cookbook by Jean Paré. We’ll publish selected recipes in our 5th Annual Community Christmas Edition Sunday November 30, 2003 along with the winners. Drop off or mail your entry to: “Favourite Holiday Recipe Draw” c/o The News Advertiser, 130 Commercial Av e., Ajax L1S 2H5. E-mail: ajaxgraphic2@durhamregion.com Re AJAX AND PICKERING GENERAL HOSPITAL Mr. Van Kempen who is running for Mayor has stated in his literature that Mayor Steve Parish does not support our local hospital and the local regional Cancer Centre in Oshawa. This is absolute nonsense. The Parish family including Steve’s father have been strong supporters of our local hospital since early 1960. In fact Bill Parish was a member of the hospital Board for a number of years. Let us now turn to the Regional Cancer Centre to be located in Oshawa. This is a regional centre which will draw patients from areas such as Ajax, Pickering, Oshawa, Cobourg, Port Hope, Peterborough, Uxbridge, Port Perry etc. In other words a regional centre. The capital cost of this centre should be funded 100% from the Province. For example it would be interesting to know what percentage of funding was provided by the Government for Princess Margaret Hospital. The new Whitby Psychiatric Hospital was recently completed. The Government paid 100% A regional Cancer Centre should be on the same basis. Turning to our local hospital, the Provincial Government whether NDP, Liberal or Conservative has short-changed our hospital in operating funds since early 1980 and each year since then. We don’t know any other business where the more service you provide the more money you lose. Therefore the most important question that should be asked is, if the hospital expands, will the Government pay the additional operating costs that will be incurred? Mayor Steve Parish is quite right that the Provincial Government has many taxing powers as compared to our local Municipalities that have a single source of revenue. For example our hospital used to run the local ambulance service for our area and it was paid for by the Province - now the municipalities pay for this service. A good example of downloading by the Provincial Government. In summary Mayor Steve Parish is not against our local hospital or the Regional Cancer Centre. He rightly believes that the responsibility for funding belongs to the Provincial Government and not the local property taxpayer. Kenneth MacInnis former Administrator of the Ajax and Pickering General Hospital December 2, 1957 to April 1, 1992 David I. Gove, M.D. medical practitioner in Ajax from 1953 to 1991, active staff member of Ajax and Pickering General Hospital, past president of the medical staff, past member and chairman of the finance committee of the hospital. Laurie Clune, RN, BA, BScN, M.Ed Ontario University - Nursing FacultyIt’s about OUR HOSPITAL Join Travel Choice American Express for a night of Travel! Come out and meet the travel experts from our office and travel industry! Find out more about travel to Europe, Hawaii, Cruises and just about everywhere else! Join us November 18 at the Rotary Park Pavilion Ajax (Lake Driveway W.), 7 pm - 9 pm ® Travel Services YOU WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT TRAVEL ... BUT DIDN’T KNOW WHO TO ASK!! Prizes and refreshments! VACATIONS Call us at 905-428-1328 or 1-800-669-1257 To find out more! Travel Choice American Express 539 Westney Rd. S. Unit 4 BByy JJaannee MMccDDoonnaalldd Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM — They’re all members of the Oshawa-based Ontario Regi- ment, Royal Canadian Armoured Corps, one of the oldest continuing regiments in Canada. And although the three are still only in their 20s, they are working on becoming veterans themselves this Remembrance Day 2003 as they carry on in the traditions of those that came before. The Oshawa corporals are Darrel Burke and Adam Ginman. Cpl. Mar tin Rois hails from Whitby. Each man holds the distinction of contributing to the first rotation of troops, which departed Canada for the Mid-east mission last July. Code-named ‘Operation Athena,’ the assignment is part of the Inter- national Security assistance force (ISAF), a United Nations-autho- rized mission in Kabul, Afghanistan. According to the Department of National Defence, the goal in con- tributing to ISAF - which compris- es almost 5,000 troops from more than 30 nations - is to prevent Afghanistan from providing a safe haven for terrorists and terrorist organizations. The Canadians number about 1,900 and make up the largest contingent in ISAF. The local corporals are armoured vehicle drivers, a job with added significance now, after several ex- plosions a couple of months ago, in- cluding a rocket detonating on the inner boundary of Camp Ware- house one of the Canadian com- Lest we forget our current generation of soldiers DDUURRHHAAMM - Iraq and Afghanistan spring to mind these days when talk turns to war. But there is also another area of the war-torn world where a local soldier serves. His name is Master-Corporal Slobodan Kucevic and he’s back in the land of his ances- tors - Bosnia. The Ajax man, a member of the Ontario Regiment, Royal Canadian Armoured Corps, left home early in Oc- tober and is still, no doubt, getting to know the lay of the land. As a member of the NATO Stabilization Force (SFOR), Master Corporal Kucevic is serving on a mis- sion called Op Palladium for the next several months. More than 3,600 Canadi- an soldiers, sailors and air force personnel are deployed overseas on operational mis- sions. On any given day, about 8,000 Canadian Forces mem- bers - one third of Canada’s deployable force - are prepar- ing for, engaged in or return- ing from an overseas mission. Since 1947, the Canadian Forces has completed 72 in- ternational operations. That figure does not include cur- rent operations, or the many CF operations carried out in Canada. The following lists current CF operations as of Oct. 30: ••OOPP AAPPOOLLLLOO Canada’s military contribution to the international campaign against terrorism 222299 Canadian contribution to the International Security Assis- tance Force ••OOPP AATTHHEENNAA Afghanistan 11,,999955 UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) ••OOPP AACCCCIIUUSS Afghanistan 11 NATO Stabilization Force (SFOR) ••OOPP PPAALLLLAADDIIUUMM Bosnia-Herzegovina 11,,119922 UN Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF) ••OOPP DDAANNAACCAA Golan Heights 119933 UN Forces in Cyprus (UNFI- CYP) ••OOPP SSNNOOWWGGOOOOSSEE Cyprus 1 UN Truce Supervision Organi- zation (UNTSO) ••OOPP JJAADDEE Jerusalem 88 Multinational Force and Ob- servers (MFO) ••OOPP CCAALLUUMMEETT Sinai 3300 UN Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUC) ••OOPP CCRROOCCOODDIILLEE Democratic Republic of the Congo 88 United Nations (UN) Mission in Liberia (UNMIL) ••OOPP LLIIAANNEE Liberia 44 UN Mission in Sierra Leone (UNAMSIL) ••OOPP RREEPPTTIILLEE Sierra Leone 55 International Military Assis- tance Training Team (IMATT) ••OOPP SSCCUULLPPTTUURREE Sierra Leone 77 Office of the Secretary Gen- eral for West Africa ••OOPP SSOOLLIITTUUDDEE Dakar, Senegal 11 TToottaall 33,,667744 pounds. A fourth explosion occurred near the Kabul International Airport, a mere 1,000 metres from Camp Julien, the main Canadian camp in Afghanistan. Thankfully there was only one minor injury reported to a Canadian civilian. But, the Canadians weren’t so lucky Oct. 2. when two Canadian soldiers were killed and three injured when their jeep hit a landmine while on routine patrol. For more information about Cana- dian troops in Afghanistan visit www.isafkabul.org . BByy LLeesslleeyy BBoovviiee Staff Writer PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG — More people got to the polls early this year in Pick- ering. Vo ter turnout at the City’s advanced polling stations was up 32 per cent com- pared with the previ- ous municipal elec- tion. In 2000, a total of 883 residents cast their vote at Pickering’s two early polls. This year, 1,165 voters took ad- vantage of advanced polls held Nov. 1 and Nov. 5 at the Pickering Civic Complex. “I have no idea why voter turnout was up but I’d like to think some of our ads were bigger and more prominent this year,” said City Clerk Bruce Taylor. “I think you have to give some of the credit to the candidates to get people out voting,” he added. About half of those who voted early decided to do so through touch-screen voting, a new method of casting one’s ballot, which was tested for the first time in Pickering at advanced polling stations. “It was fascinating to watch. Both old and young were using them,” said Mr. Taylor. “We didn’t have one negative comment.” Touch-screen voting was not only faster than processing paper bal- lots, but voters seems to feel more comfort- able using the technolo- gy, he said. Probably be- cause the public is so used to touch-screen automatic teller ma- chines, Mr. Taylor added. Pickering had two touch-screen units at the advanced polls and will likely invest in more for the 2006 vote to be used on election day, he said. City offi- cials are also watching the results of Markham’s experiment with Internet voting this year be- fore deciding if that could be a pos- sibility next time around for Picker- ing as well. The feedback so far is good, Mr. Taylor said. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 9, 2003 PAGE 9 P “True leadership does not rest in the hands of just one, but in the ability to work with many” “Commitment is not just reacting but implementing change” Working with you, Maurice Brenner will continue to lead the way representing your concerns and issues: • Turning Pickering into a model “Green Community” • Completion of our Waterfront Trail • Durham Regional By-law Regulating Smoking • Restoration of Frenchmans Bay • Diversion of Waste • Decreasing Residential Tax Ratio • Integrated Durham Transit • Children, Youth, and Seniors Advocacy • Protecting our Heritage • Protecting our Environment and fighting Urban Sprawl • Healthy and Safe Communities • BRENNER MAKES A DIFFERENCE • Nov. 10th Re-elect Maurice Brenner Regional Councillor Ward 1 RE-ELECT TRUSTEE PAUL CRAWFORD Durham District School Board Public Re AJAX AND PICKERING GENERAL HOSPITAL Mr. Van Kempen who is running for Mayor has stated in his literature that Mayor Steve Parish does not support our local hospital and the local regional Cancer Centre in Oshawa. This is absolute nonsense. The Parish family including Steve’s father have been strong supporters of our local hospital since early 1960. In fact Bill Parish was a member of the hospital Board for a number of years. Let us now turn to the Regional Cancer Centre to be located in Oshawa. This is a regional centre which will draw patients from areas such as Ajax, Pickering, Oshawa, Cobourg, Port Hope, Peterborough, Uxbridge, Port Perry etc. In other words a regional centre. The capital cost of this centre should be funded 100% from the Province. For example it would be interesting to know what percentage of funding was provided by the Government for Princess Margaret Hospital. The new Whitby Psychiatric Hospital was recently completed. The Government paid 100% A regional Cancer Centre should be on the same basis. Turning to our local hospital, the Provincial Government whether NDP, Liberal or Conservative has short-changed our hospital in operating funds since early 1980 and each year since then. We don’t know any other business where the more service you provide the more money you lose. Therefore the most important question that should be asked is, if the hospital expands, will the Government pay the additional operating costs that will be incurred? Mayor Steve Parish is quite right that the Provincial Government has many taxing powers as compared to our local Municipalities that have a single source of revenue. For example our hospital used to run the local ambulance service for our area and it was paid for by the Province - now the municipalities pay for this service. A good example of downloading by the Provincial Government. In summary Mayor Steve Parish is not against our local hospital or the Regional Cancer Centre. He rightly believes that the responsibility for funding belongs to the Provincial Government and not the local property taxpayer. Kenneth MacInnis former Administrator of the Ajax and Pickering General Hospital December 2, 1957 to April 1, 1992 David I. Gove, M.D. medical practitioner in Ajax from 1953 to 1991, active staff member of Ajax and Pickering General Hospital, past president of the medical staff, past member and chairman of the finance committee of the hospital. Laurie Clune, RN, BA, BScN, M.Ed Ontario University - Nursing FacultyIt’s about OUR HOSPITAL KEVIN ASHE CITY COUNCILLOR WARD 1 CITY OF PICKERING Approachable Available Accountable On Monday November 10th ELECT KEVIN ASHE Speak to Kevin at: 905-839-4813 Ad vance polls bode well for election BBRRUUCCEE TTAAYYLLOORR ‘I think you have to give some of the credit to the candidates to get people out voting.’ We’ve got Durham covered! DDUURRHHAAMM — Some public school board trustee candi- dates are spreading misinfor- mation on the campaign trail, suggests a trustee incumbent. Ajax Wards 1 and 2 Trustee Marilyn Crawford made the remark at the Nov. 3 Durham District School Board standing committee meeting. Seeking re-election, she noted that some candidates have said the board is $70 million in debt, while others referred to a lost $1 million in the last budget and decried the board’s multi-million dollar re- serve funds. Trustee Crawford asked business superintendent Ed Hodgins if the board passed a balanced budget last spring. “The board’s budget, which was approved for 2003/04, is a balanced bud- get, according to the legisla- tion,” he said. The $70 million reference apparently refers to the debt the board initially incurred to pay for its last accommoda- tion plan, he noted, adding the revenue to pay off both the principal and interest is guar- anteed by the Province. The board’s reserves are generally for capital projects, while others have strictly- identified purposes, said Mr. Hodgins. He noted that every year an accounting of the re- serves is presented to trustees. Before Mr. Hodgins began work at the board, auditors KPMG in January reported four misstatements in the pre- vious year’s budget. Added up, it meant the board reported $938,000 in excess revenue. Board staff acknowledged two errors were made, but said they had a difference of opinion with the auditor in how $564,000 of the money should have been recorded. KPMG staff said there were four errors, but that they did not represent fraud or suspected fraud. Youth link meets with concern DDUURRHHAAMM — A local trustee expressed concerns Monday night that Durham students, trying to reach out beyond their own school, might forget their studies. Liam Mooney and Carolyn Arbuckle are the Durham Dis- trict School Board’s student trustees. They are seeking this year to link youth from across the region, separated by distance and a lack of com- munication, to promote un- derstanding and to identify is- sues. Mr. Mooney at the stand- ing committee meeting noted that working with the United Wa y and the Durham Youth Association, the first region- wide initiative would be launched Wednesday, Nov. 5 at Dr. F.J. Donevan Collegiate Institute. It includes a career fair for students and the first school-based, student volun- teer resource centre to help students obtain the 40 hours of community service re- quired in order to graduate. Mr. Mooney also noted that a regular TV segment for youth was close to debuting. But Scugog Trustee Mar- tin Demmers voiced concerns “A lot of kids may get involved in this and forget their school work.” He hopes that isn’t the case with Mr. Mooney, he said. The student trustee re- sponded he has a 94.2 school average, and explained the various plans coming to fruition. “Is there some plan to en- courage all our students to be academically successful, too,” asked Trustee Demmers. Mr. Mooney said most students would not be in- volved in the planning and other work involved to the ex- tent that he is. He noted that the initiative isn’t just for stu- dents but for Durham youth in general. A/P PAGE 10 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 9, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Christ m a s C a r ol Christ m a s C a r ol Christ m a s C a r o l Book 2 0 0 3 Book 2 0 0 3 Book 2 0 0 3 AWARD WINNING ANNUAL Christmas Caro l Book Christmas Caro l Book Christmas Carol Book • Carols • Colouring • Contests • Stories Distributes throughout Oshawa, Whitby, Clarington, Port Perry, Ajax & Pickering! To advertise call Inside Sales 905.683.0707 or 905.579.4400 Email: insidesales@durhamregion.com Mark Your Calendar! 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It states that, “If something can’t go on forever, it will stop.” Stein’s Law always wins, it just takes time. Those who bought tech stocks thinking they would go higher and higher forever are now famil- iar with Stein’s Law. Unfortu- nately, our federal Minister of Health, Anne McLellan, hasn’t heard of this law, otherwise she would rid the nation’s food sup- ply of trans fatty acids (TFAs). A health minister should know that eating toxic food eventually kills. It just takes time. It’s been said that “Life begins at 40.” But recent reports show that for many children, degener- ative health problems could end their lives at 40. Trans fatty acids are solid fats produced by heating liquid oils in the presence of metal catalysts and hydrogen. The process is called partial hydrogenation and results in a longer shelf life for su- permarket products. And as I’ve suggested before, beware when man starts tinkering with na- ture. In 1995 Dr. Walter Willett, pro- fessor of nutrition at Harvard, is- sued a warning. He claimed that 30,000 premature deaths from heart disease were caused by TFAs. Other authorities thought the number was closer to 100,000 deaths. Studies show that TFAs increase bad cholesterol and tryclerderides and also decrease good cholesterol. But what about 30 years from now? Today, children are con- suming an enormous amount of TFAs in cookies, crackers, chips, cereal bars, french fries and packaged foods all loaded with TFAs, sugar and salt. Add to this mixture childhood obesity and a lack of exercise and 100,000 deaths may soon seem like a Sunday school picnic. So what is the minister of health doing? Starting in 2006, she has mandated labelling of trans fats on packaged foods. In effect, all this does is to inform consumers what poison they’re taking. But surely Ms. McLellan should realize it’s wiser to ban this toxic garbage in our food. That’s what Denmark has done. Legislation in Denmark limits trans fats to no more than two per cent of total fats in processed foods. So Danes now consume less than one gram of trans fats daily. It’s estimated that Canadi- ans eat anywhere from eight to 39 g rams a day! Dr. Steen Stender, vice-presi- dent of the Danish Nutrition Council, says, “instead of putting the word ‘trans’ on the label and telling people what trans fatty acids are, we simply remove the trans fats.” This approach is “more consumer friendly,” he states. The more I learn about Den- mark, the more I like this coun- try. In an earlier column I men- tioned the government now al- lows pornographic movies in se- niors’ homes on a Saturday night. My reaction to that legisla- tion was, why not? After all, when you’re 80, Saturday night can be boring as hell when you’ve been looking at four walls all day. But hell will freeze over before anything that dramatic happens in this country. So until 2006, Canadian chil- dren and the rest of us can con- tinue to eat poisonous TFAs. Then in 2006 the poison will be labelled and we all know what that means. Few people will bother to read the labels. For those of us who are older, eating TFAs may have little ef- fect. There’s a good chance other diseases will kill us before we succumb to TFAs. But for chil- dren, it’s another story. Dr. Brian McCrindle, head of the cholesterol clinic at Toronto’s Hospital for Sick Children, along with colleagues, carried out a battery of heart tests on a group of Boy Scouts and Girl Guides. They were shocked to find that the children’s arteries were al- ready thickening and having trouble dilating properly. This is the frightening prelude to full- blown heart disease. So what can parents do? Real- ize that health ministers won’t protect your children from TFAs. It’s up to you to provide sound nutrition. This means starting the day with high fibre cereals rather than one loaded with sugar. Pack lunches with fresh fruit, legumes and dairy prod- ucts rather than junk and pack- aged foods. Remember, if junk food isn’t in the house, children can’t eat it. And never forget Stein’s Law. Toxic food kills. It just takes time. Life may end rather than begin at 40 DDrr.. GGiiffffoorrdd JJoonneess DD oo cc tt oo rr ’’ss GG aa mm ee Caregiver education workshop answers Alzheimer questions DURHAM - The Alzheimer Society of Durham Region is inviting new care- givers of people with dementia to learn more about Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia. The society is running a family caregiver education workshop Thurs- day, Nov. 20 from 9 a.m. to noon at the society’s office in the Oshawa Centre’s executive centre (419 King St. W., Suite 207). The workshop features tools caregivers can use to help deal with common issues in dementia, such as communication loss and coping strategies. Registration is required and there is a $5 materials fee. Each participant receives a resource package with in- formation for caregivers. To register, call 905-576-2567 or 1-888-301-1106. Learn first-aid and CPR DURHAM - Upcoming Red Cross programs can provide you with valu- able life-saving skills. The Canadian Red Cross offers first aid and CPR programs in Novem- ber and December. Emergency and standard first aid and CPR course dates are held in two-day sessions on: Nov. 15-16, November 29-30 and De- cember 13-14. The courses provide professional, hands-on training and in- clude Basic Rescuer (Level C) and CPR as a part of emergency and stan- dard first aid certification. The course is recognized by the WSIB and also re-certifies those who have taken original training with another agency. For more information on safety and disaster training with the Canadi- an Red Cross, visit www.redcross.ca, or contact the Region of Durham of- fice at (905) 723-2933. 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We are currently prospecting for Carriers in the following areas: *Streets listed not necessarily available Lanise Lywood takes over top cop job for a day BByy MMiikkee RRuuttaa Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM -Wearing a crisp dress uniform that perfectly matched her poise, Lanise Ly- wood spent Monday as chief of the Durham Regional Police Service. The Grade 5 student from Dr. Roberta Bondar Public School in Ajax was chosen this year’s chief for a day after her essay was selected Oct. 23 from hundreds of submissions from region schools. Lanise was among five final- ists who recently presented their essays, titled ‘What it is like to be a police officer,’ to a volunteer selection committee. “I wrote it because I thought it would be a good experience and it would be fun,” Lanise explains. “My friends are really happy about it and proud of me.” The 10-year-old began the day with a ride in a police cruiser at 8:30 a.m. from school to police headquarters in Os- hawa, where she was sworn in as chief. Her ceremonial duties in- cluded a tour of the station, an introduction to various police units and lunch with the chief and local dignitaries. She also went for a ride in the Air 1 po- lice helicopter, flying over her school. Along with the day’s activities, Lanise received a Durham Regional Police Chief’s full dress uniform and a gift pack from the police ser- vice. Her stint as chief ended at 1 p.m. when she returned to school. But Lanise was a big hit at Monday night’s Durham District School Board meet- ing, where she and the four fi- nalists for the honour read their essays. Still sporting her immaculate uniform, Lanise told trustees and officials that “being a police officer means that you get to help people with their problems.” In an interview, she said she and her classmates read books and had a visit from a police officer to help them un- derstand what the job in- volves. Being chief was “fun and ex- citing,” she says, noting police Chief Kevin McAlpine was “re- ally nice.” Lanise responded “kind of” when asked if she wants to be- come an officer, suggesting she might want to become a lawyer instead. Her mom, Denise Lywood, hinted she would be too con- cerned for her if Lanise be- came a cop. “I think she’d be a good lawyer; she’s a good talker,” she says. If Lanise had a few butter- flies reading her essay in the boardroom, she kept them in check. Ms. Lywood says she’s accustomed to her daughter’s grace under pressure. “She says she’s nervous, but she doesn’t show it,” she says. On Nov. 6, Lanise and two guests will be VIPs at the first annual Police Appreciation Night at Trafalgar Castle in Whitby, where she will read her winning essay. Lanise is taking her mother and school principal, Marilyn Sinclair, to the event. Moe Pringle, co- chairman of the event, came up with the idea for a chief for the day. A new chief will be chosen next year and in subse- quent years. He told trustees Lanise’s duties might not be over yet. The school also recognized Lanise in an assembly where she wore her chief’s uniform and was presented with a prin- cipal’s award. The four other finalists in the contest were Taylor Rus- sell of Kedron Public School in Oshawa, Christopher Inglis of Leslie McFarlane Public School in Whitby, Brandon Jones of Beaverton Public School in Brock Township, and Yara El Helou of Bayview Heights Public School in Pick- ering. Durham hails to the new chief Durham Regional Police Chief for a Day Lanise Lywood (Dr. Roberta Bondar Public School), centre, with other Durham finalists, from left, Christopher Inglis (Leslie McFarlane Public School), Brandon Jones (Beaverton Public School), Yara El Helou (Bayview Heights Public School) and Taylor Russell (Kedron Public School). We’ve got Durham covered! A/P PAGE 18 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 9, 2003 www.durhamregion.com SaleStorewide Christmas more than you came for save 30% women’s, men’s & kids’ fall and winter outerwear. 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POWER BUY Salvation Army makes an appeal DDUURRHHAAMM — Christmas is just around the corner, but for some it’s not a festive occasion. To ensure everyone enjoys the Yuletide, the Ajax-Pickering Salva- tion Army is again running its Christmas Appeal Campaign. Each year, the army assists about 500 fam- ilies, providing food and gifts for children and youths. Karen Stride, the community ser- vices co-ordinator for the local Sal- vation Army, said from January to October of this year, 331 families and 17 7 single people came to the army for assistance. Included in that num- ber are 114 people who have never used a food bank before. Each year, those seeking assis- tance are provided with a food ham- per and children’s gifts. Applications for assistance are taken from Monday, Nov. 17 to Tues- day, Dec. 9, although anyone coming in at a later date won’t be turned away. Applications must be complet- ed in person at the Salvation Army’s Family Services office, 66 Commer- cial Ave., Ajax, between 9 a.m. and noon, and from 1 to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday. Those applying must pro- vide proof of address, an income statement, proof of rent or lease, and identification for each person living in the household. Gifts and food will be distributed between Dec. 11 and Dec. 24. Food items can include dry pasta and sauce, powdered milk, canned fruit, vegetables, meat or fish, stew, jam and jellies, peanut butter, coffee or tea, hamburger helper, fruit juices, soup, rice and cookies. Gifts should be new and un- wrapped. Each year, gifts for teens are often in short supply. These items can include sporting equip- ment, clothing, makeup, CDs or DVDs, or gift certificates. For more information, call the Sal- vation Army’s Community and Fam- ily Services Office at 905-427-7123. Dunbarton-Fairport church holds bazaar PPIICCKKEERRIINNGG — Dunbarton-Fairport United Church invites you to Deck Your Halls with items from their an- nual bazaar and craft show. The event will run at the church, 10 66 Dunbarton Rd., Pickering, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The 28th annual event will feature: Christmas crafts, hand-made decorations, baked goods and preserves, knit goods and clothing, antiques, and collectibles. There will be a children’s only room with small gifts kids can shop for on their own in a supervised environ- ment. There will also be homemade lunches available featuring soups, sandwiches, chili, pies and more. Admission is free. Contact the church office at 905-839-7271 for more information. www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 9, 2003 PAGE 19 P SSppoorrttss SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2003 ✦ News Advertiser ✦ AL RIVETT, SPORTS EDITOR 905-683-5110 EXT. 250 HOCKEY Oshawa Civic Auditorium Box Office Info 905-728-5163 • Sunday, Nov. 9th 6:35 p.m. vs. Ottawa Plenty of Tickets Available. BByy PPaauull FFuutthheeyy Staff Writer DDUURRHHAAMM ——When it comes to the dominance the west division dis- played last season in LOSSA senior boys' hockey, there are certainly those in the east eager to reverse that situation when the season opens Monday. Last year both the LOSSA cham- pion and runner up came from the AAA league's west division with Pickering eventually claiming the title over St. Mary. League convener Craig Nemis, who also coaches the Ajax Rams, expects both finalists, once again, to provide stiff competition for the rest of the league along with his own squad. He added he's "heard through the grapevine" All Saints could again be a contender. Josh French, who coaches the Eastdale Eagles along with his fa- ther Don, figures Pickering, St. Mary and Dunbarton will lead the way. "They're the three usual suspects in the west," said French. In the east, the division could come down to a battle between Eastdale and McLaughlin Colle- giate. Eastdale, coming off a lower than usual fifth place finish in the east last year, expects to have a much-improved campaign while McL aughlin has looked strong in preseason games. Courtice, which finished in top spot in the east last season, will likely not go away qui- etly, either, says Nemis. "They'll be good again, too," he says. As for the league, the number of teams remains at 18, though there will be some new participants with 10 in the east division and eight in the west. O'Neill Collegiate (east) has joined the league, as have Richardson and Uxbridge in the west. Denis O'Connor (east) has re- cently bowed out while Donevan (west) and Brock (east) have dropped down a division to field AA teams. Also, the regular season will re- turn to a 12-game schedule (it was eight last year), with the top eight in each division making the play- offs. To give more respect to regular season placing, the opening round series will be a best two game total goal series instead of the one game sudden death playoff. The final will be a best-of-three. NNOOTTEESS::The division set-ups are as follows. In the east: Eastdale, O'Neill, McLaughlin, Dwyer, St. Stephen's, Courtice, Austin, Ander- son, Henry Street and Port Perry. In the west: St Mary, Pickering, Ajax, Pine Ridge, Uxbridge, All Saints and Richardson. The season opens on five fronts Monday, with 10 of the league's 18 teams in action. School hockey’s back Rising Stars athletes prepare for Special Olympics Winter Games, with an eye toward worlds in 2005 BByy AAll RRiivveetttt Sports Editor DDUURRHHAAMM ----Ashley May hopes her skating dreams will take f light with the Ajax Rising Stars this year. The long-time member of the Ajax-based figure skating club is well on her way, as she's one of four skaters from the club who'll compete at the Special Olympics Canada Winter Games in Char- lottetown, P.E.I. Feb. 17 to 21. Ashley, 14, of Ajax, will be joined by Erin Rynberk, 16, also of Ajax, Catherine Partlow, 19, of Whitby, and Alexander Graves, 13 , of Pickering, who've been named to the Ontario team to compete at the games. "We're just thrilled," says Ris- ing Stars club founder Debbie May. "When you think back to the time when Erin was the only one going and we thought that was quite an accomplishment for the club. And now we have four going." Her daughter, Ashley, is cur- rently training five days a week in preparation for the national competition. She's hoping the hard work will pay off in a trip to the World Special Olympics Win- ter Games in Nagano in 2005. "She wants to go to Japan so badly," says May. "We sit in awe of how much this kid is prepared to put into her training to go there." If Ashley succeeds, she'll be the second skater with the Ris- ing Stars to participate on the world stage. Clubmate Erin Ryn- berk achieved that lofty status back in 2001 in Anchorage, Alas- ka when she won gold in dance and silver in the freeskate events there. May says that Erin's success on the world stage has served as a motivator for other club mem- bers to follow suit. "It's certainly nice to have someone in the club who has been there. The athletes realize that it is achievable. I think all four of them realize that it is achievable. It's definitely a dream for all four of them to go to Japan," says May. In addition to the four skaters, two of the Ajax Rising Stars coaches -- Nancy Harding and Dawn Forgeard -- will accompa- ny the Ontario team to P.E.I. For Harding, it's her second time travelling with the Ontario team to nationals. This year marks the fifth year since the Shooting Stars came into existence. Starting with just a handful of skaters, the club has grown this year to include 30 skaters. May explains that 15 members are in the competitive stream, with 13 others in the learn-to-skate program. Two others participate in speed skat- ing. Again this year, the club will host an invitational skating com- petition at the Ajax Community Centre. As in past years, the event attracts skaters from clubs across the province, along with those from Quebec and the U.S. May notes the success of the club has been chiefly due to the volunteer coaches who give their time on the ice and the support of the skaters' parents. "We have a good core group of coaches who have stayed with us from the beginning. Their com- mitment to us has been phenom- enal," she says. The Rising Stars operate with- in an umbrella organization -- Durham West Special Sports (DWSS) -- that provides recre- ational opportunities for the de- velopmentally handicapped in these communities. It's the 17th year in operation for DWSS, which is currently into its fall/winter program after a successful summer program. According to Luke Feetham, one of its founders, the organization is home to about 133 athletes who participate in a number of activities, some in multiple sports. It started with floor hockey, but has grown to provide other sporting opportunities, in- cluding softball, track and field, swimming, soccer, bowling, rhythmic gymnastics and Nordic skiing, to name a few. This summer, the club had representation at the Special Olympics World Summer Games in Ireland. One athlete, Oshawa resident Blair Desjardins, won three gold medals in swimming. Meanwhile, Catherine Partlow, of Whitby, won silver in the 4-x- 400-metre relay. Throughout the fall/winter months, DWSS has a number of different sports on the go, in- cluding 5-pin bowling at Ajax Bowl in Ajax each Friday night. The league consists of a full house of 48 bowlers. The DWSS Nordic 'Ski Pack' team will enter its third season, starting with its dryland training sessions on Nov. 4 at the Canadi- an Progress Club on Front Street in Pickering. According to leader Marcia Mitchell, the ses- sions get the 11 members of the team acclimated with the 'eti- quette' of the sport. When the snow flies, the team's activities will move to the Dagmar Ski Resort where the members are out on the cross- country trails each week. A few club members also enjoy snow- shoeing during the outings. Mitchell and Feetham stress that while competition is a com- ponent of DWSS, it is not the sole reason for the athletes to get involved: social interaction and, of course, fun, play a large part in all the activities. Moreover, being a good athlete is not a prerequisite to becoming part of the DWSS. "Some of our athletes will go to provincials or nationals, which is wonderful, but others won't be up to that level. They enjoy the sports and meeting new friends," explains Feetham. "They don't have to be a super athlete. It's all different levels," adds Mitchell. For more information on DWSS, call Feetham at 905-839- 0612. Or, for more information on the Nordic 'Ski Pack' team, call Mitchell at 905-427-0332. Area skaters glide toward nationals Ajax Rising Stars skaters, from left, Catherine Partlow, Alexander Graves and Ashley May will compete at the Special Olympics Canada Winter Games in Charlottetown, PEI in February. Absent for photo was Erin Rynberk. 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The first-place Dolphins tykes (10- 0) will meet the Scarborough Thun- der (6-3-1, fourth place in regular sea- son) in the Central Ontario Minor Football League (COMFL) semifinal game today at Kinsmen Park in Pick- ering at 9:30 a.m. While the Dolphins received a bye into the semifinals, Scarborough edged the Markham Raiders 6-0 in quarter-final action last weekend. The other tyke semifinal will pit the Clarington Tiger-Cats against the Burlington Stampedes in Burlington. Meanwhile, the undefeated and first-place Dolphins' atoms (10-0) will face Durham Region rival Oshawa Hawkeyes (7-3, third place in regular season) at Kinsmen Park at 11:30 a.m. Oshawa gained a semifinal berth with a narrow 7-6 win over the North York Grizzlies in its quarter-final playoff contest. The Dolphins earned a bye to the semifinals. The winner of Ajax-Pickering and Oshawa will face the winner of the other semifinal clash between Burlington and either Markham or Scarborough in the league final. The Dolphins' peewees (9-1) will face the Burlington Stampeders (7-3, fourth place in regular season) at Kinsmen Park at 1:30 p.m. Burlington advanced to the semifinals after beat- ing the Markham Raiders 50-0 in the quarter-finals. The first-place Dol- phins received a bye. The semifinal winner will play the Oshawa Hawkeyes or either North Yo rk or Scarborough in the league final. The Dolphins' tykes finished a per- fect regular season with a 25-0 victory over the Etobicoke Eagles recently. The Eagle defence played tough in the first quarter and kept the Dol- phins from scoring. Unfortunately, Dolphins starting Quarterback Jeff McIlravey suffered a broken left arm early in the second quarter and had to be taken to hospital with the sea- son-ending injury. Quarterback Richard Quittenton stepped into the game after the injury time. Running back Cole Tudor scored a pair of touchdowns, one in the second quarter and one in the fourth. Run- ning back Denver Wright also had two touchdowns for the day. Quittenton scored the only successful point-after attempt on a quarterback keeper. Quittenton was the offensive star of the game. Slotback Hayden Plourde, running back Nathaniel Shelton- Richards and fullback Jordan Ali all had solid games. Defensive linemen Nicholas Tezak, Jamal Patten, Jaiden McBride, Aaron Jones Chad Davis and Jordan Ali were the defensive stars. The Dolphins' peewees recorded a 24-0 victory over Etobicoke. The Dolphins scored on their first possession as running back Jermayne Goodridge broke free for a 105-yard touchdown run to open the scoring. Rookie centre Tyler Harding played an excellent game and rookie linemen Shawn Murphy and Marc Gregoire also contributed strong play. Quarterback David Priestman led the team for the first quarter and combined with wide receiver Cecil Cherrie on a 20-yard touchdown pass before handing over control of the of- fence to rookie pivot Andrew Lim. Wide receiver Alex Smeall scored the Dolphins' third touchdown on a 35- yard pass completion from Lim. Dolphins swim into football semifinals The Books of Remembrance Remembrance Day honours the 114,710 Canadians who have lost their lives during one of the world’s major conflicts or while on one of Canada’s peace missions. Ajax Ajax Schedule of Events Schedule of Events Picker i n g Picker i n g Schedule of Events Schedule of Events Adve r t ising Fe ature Advertising Feature “Lest We Forget” 1600 Bayly St., Pickering 420-1906 Let us not Let us not Let us not forget forget forget 2003 Picker i ng Honda 575 Kingston Road, Picke r i ng Tel : (905) 831-5 400 Fax: (905) 831-3381 picker i nghonda@sympatico.ca P ICK E R ING H ONDA BRUCE BISSELL BUICK PONTIAC LTD. 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Claremont Claremont Schedule of Events Schedule of Events The Claremont Legion commemorates Remembrance Day Sunday Nov. 9 with a service at 2 p.m. at the branch on Old Brock Road in Claremont. Wreaths will be laid outside the branch building and a public luncheon will be held afterwards. Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 606 holds its service Sunday, Nov. 9 at the cenotaph in Esplanade Park. A Legion colour guard and pipe band will begin at 10:30 a.m., marching from Pickering Recreation Complex. to the cenotaph for a service at 11 a.m. Branch 606 also hosts a cenotaph service in Esplanade Park Nov. 11 at 10:30 a.m. Nov. 11, the Legion, along with the Town of Ajax, hosts a service at the cairn in front of the building at 111 Hunt St., starting at 10:45 a.m. On Sunday, Nov. 9, Legionnaires will march to St. Paul’s United Church, 65 Kings Cres., for the annual Remembrance Day service. Members will begin forming at 1 p.m. and then march to the church for the service, which begins at 2 p.m. A reception will be held at the Legion following the service. Most Canadians associate Remembrance Day with World War II. Perhaps that’s because in the weeks leading up to this annual day, the ageing veterans of this war can be found scattered around shopping malls and public areas, selling red poppies for a bit of change. Few of us realize that Remembrance Day is also a time to honour the 114,710 Canadian men and women who lost their lives during one of the world’s major conflicts or while on one of Canada’ peace missions. How do we know this number? The Books of Remembrance contain the names of all Canadians who fought in wars and died either during or after them as a result of their injuries. The books are displayed in the Memorial Chamber located in the Peace Tower on Ottawa’s Parliament Hill. There are six books in all and each serves as a memorial of the young soldiers, nurses, marines, merchant seamen, pilots and mechanics who sacrificed their lives during one of the major conflicts that Canada has participated in over the years. Each book is dedicated to remembering certain veterans: those of Newfoundland, the First World War, Second World War, Korean War, South African War/Nile Expedition and the Merchant Navy. Each year, more than half a million people come to look at the Books of Remembrance in the Memorial Chapel. The Book on the First World War sits in the centre of the room and the remaining five are placed around it. Virtually every morning at 11 o’clock, each book is turned one page. 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Please fax or email your resume to: 905-434-4655 or email: resumes@mackiegroup.com Royal Doulton currently has a one year contract position available for a part-time Office Services Assistant to work 11 am – 3 pm daily. Responsibilities include: daily relief on switchboard/reception, process outgoing mail using folding & mailing machines; order office supplies as required. Qualifications include: must be enthusiastic with good communication skills and some computer familiarity. Position is suitable for person with some office experience or looking to re-enter the workforce on a part-time basis. Please forward resume to: 850 Progress Ave., Scarborough, ON M1H 3C4. Fax (416) 431- 6512 or e-mail: careers@royaldoulton.ca PRODUCT TESTING TECHNICIAN Required for busy hi-tech company with emphasis on RMA's •Basic knowledge of electronics and electronic testing equipment •Must have good working knowledge and use of windows based computers, Excel, Word and MYOB •Good communications and organizational skills •Ability to work independently Please email resume to:enaccarato@keyscan.ca INSTRUCTOR (R.N.) PSW- (BRIDGING) REQUIRED FOR LEADING CAREER EDUCATION INSTITUTION IN PICKERING Contract position, evenings. 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General Labour Office Retail Food Service s Customer Serv i c e Sales OPENING SOON IN AJAX (20 Kingston Road West) We are recruiting for all positions - Management, sales and stock for our new location. •Previous retail experience is required. •Candidates must be available to work days, evenings and weekends. •Some lifting and furniture assembly will be necessary • Please fax your resume to (905)721-9826 AZ TANKER DRIVER We Offer: •Full time employment •$18.25/hr. to $21.25/hr. •.37/mile to .41/mile •4% Performance bonus •Benefits •Co. Uniform •Ongoing training You Must Provide: •5 yrs. driving exp. •U.S. exp. •Heavy haul exp. *Propane tanker exp. not required, but must be willing to train. *Mostly Ont., but some Hwy. trips Tel: 905-426-3716 Intelligarde,the company where you "Earn as you Learn" has immediate openings in •LAW ENFORCEMENT •LOSS PREVENTION •CORPORATE SECURITY We offer excellent training and career develop- ment. Strong communication skills are re- quired. If you would like a more dynamic at- mosphere than your current security position, or, you would like to get started in the security industry; Fax us @ (416) 469-1724, e-mail us @ kcarrington@intelligarde.org (with you resume attached as a word document) or fill out an application on our web site @ www.intelligarde.org. Please quote File # s/o OWC Full & Part-Time AZ Driver(s) Clean Abstract required TDG Certificate an asset Load/Unload Starting Rate $14.50 per hour Please apply in person with resume and current abstract. Lennox Drum Limited 233 Fuller Road Ajax, ON NOTE:Please call (905)427-1441 to arrange an appointment to drop off resume COMPUTER COURSES at Dur- ham College. MICROSOFT CER- TIFIED SYSTEMS ENGINEER, MICROSOFT OFFICE, CCNA, A+, MCSA. Changing career path? Tr ain at top rated Durham College in 100% instructor led courses. Full/Part time available. Funding through EI/OSAP, WSIB to quali- fied. These certifications are highly sought after skills in todays IT en- vironment. Call Colin McCarthy 905-721-3336. www.durhamc.on.ca ENTRY LEVEL PROFESSION- ALS - Young ad company seeks 15 ambitious people to learn sales/marketing/public rela- tions/customer service. Training provided for qualified candidates. For interview call Becky @905-721 -0551 LEARN MASSAGE INSTITUTE Certificate Courses. Aromatherapy & Seated Chair. Nov 15, 16; $350; Couples Massage Nov 22 $150. Government Approved 905-809- 5926. www.learnmassage.ca SALES MANAGER in the Accom- modation industry. Your primarily responsibility will be to actively generate sales for Durham Col- lege/University of Ontario Institute of Technology Residence and Conference Centre. 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Please fax resume to (905)420-4534. DISPATCHER part-time with the possibility of full-time. Computer knowledge, must know Ajax/Pick- ering area. Please fax resume to (905)831-1225. Enumeration/ Order Takers Required $20./hr avg Full training provided! Call Catherine at 905-435-0518 EXPANDING COURIER company needs drivers with vans/cars, Dis- patcher and Sales Reps. Earning potential $1000+/weekly. Must speak fluent English. Also, AZ drivers to run Stateside, brokers with 5 Tons. (905)427-8093. EXPERIENCED baker needed for food service company. Please fax resume to 905-579-8025. EXPERIENCED HAIRSTYLIST re- quired for salon located in Whitby. positions available to join our inno- vative and creative team. Call Krystel for more information at 905 430-8787. FACTORY WORKERS required for Pickering plant. 3 shifts avail- able. No experience needed. Fax resumes to: 416-483-9109. GREAT PAY!- flexible hours, be your own boss! (888)247-9262 HAIR STYLIST,ambitious and motivated person, for very busy salon located in Oshawa, full time or part time, Call (905)723-5090. HAIR SYTLIST NEEDED,li- censed, full and part time, Picker- ing slaon. For salon information call(905)420-8189 Ask for Dionne HERE WE GROW AGAIN!- New company seeks 10 people for en- try-level sales and PR. Work with sports, entertainment and charity clients. If you are energetic and professional, call Louise at (905)721-2270. HOMEWORKERS NEEDED! As- sembling Products, Mailing/Pro- cessing Circulars, Copy/Mail- ing/PC Disk Program. FREE IN- FORMATION at www.gifts.-plus- online.com or send S.A.S.E.: Crafts, 8-7777 Keele St., Dept. 113, Referent 7-107, Concord, On- tario L4K 1Y7 INVEST IN YOURSELF Full train- ing provided. Health & Nutrition Industry. $25-$75 hr PT/FT. 1-888- 4830 www.2securefreedom.com KITCHEN MANAGER and experi- enced kitchen staff needed imme- diately for busy Christmas season and beyond. (905)666-8090. LICENSED PERSONAL LINES CSR knowledge in power broker- age an asset. Please forward re- sume to: D.J. Taylor Insurance, 169 North St., Port Perry, Ontario. L9L 1B7 MORTGAGE CONSULTANT or Assistant for busy ReMax office in Durham. Flexible hours. Must have FSU 101 License course. Forward resume to: File # 957, Oshawa Whitby This Week, 865 Farewell St. Oshawa Ont. L1H 7L5. LIGHT INDUSTRIAL - Long term temp, Staff Plus will be interview- ing 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. every Tu esday and Wednesday. Come and see us at our new location, 1614 Dundas St. East, Suite #203, Whitby. Any questions please con- tact 1-888-509-3222 LUNCHROOM SUPERVISORS $12.07/hr. Daily 11:25 - 12:25 p.m. BAYVIEW HEIGHTS P.S. PICKERING (905) 839-1253 MANAGER TRAINEE - Durham Residence and Conference Centre is looking for recent College or University graduates that are inter- est in hospitality industry. Hotel ex- perience is preferred but not re- quired. Computer skills (Word and Excel) Full time and benefits. 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A current Police Clearance Certificate, clean driv- er's abstract will be required. No phone calls please. SHOP helper required for Ajax based company, to assist in all ar- eas, including Paint Bay, Wash Bay, general maintenance and yard duties. Sandblasting and forklift skills would be an asset, but willing to train. Must be reliable and able to work in a fast paced environment. Benefits and uni- forms provided. Fax resume to 905-686-8546. SNOW brokers, 4x4 and plow good condition required. Experi- ence necessary, Routes available: Scarborough, Markham, Durham. Guaranteed hours, labourers for walks required. Call (905)619- 2757 or (416)439-3343. SUPER 8 MOTEL, AJAX Part time positions available for FRONT DESK Please fax resumes to (905) 428-7488 E-Mail Address: classifieds@durhamregion.com Call: Toronto Line: (416) 798-7259 Now when you advertise, your word ad also appears on the internet at http://www.durhamregion.comCLASSIFIEDSFIND IT FAST IN THE AJAX-PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER To Place Your Ad In Pickering Or Ajax Call: 905-683-0707 Ajax News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon.-Fri 8:00-5 p.m. Closed Saturday NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 09, 2003, PAGE 23 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com Place your ad at 905-683-0707 TRANSPORT Oshawa, Ontario based carrier has an immediate opening for DEDICATED & OVER THE BORDER AZ DRIVERS Please contact Olivia Wiggins Reid (905) 725-5544 Ext. 227 FORCED TO HIRE $22.00/HR Oshawa Distribution co. requires 10 people in set-up and display dept. advancement for fast learners. •must be over 18 & able to start immed. •no experience •full time 40+ hrs per week for interview call mon-tues only - 10am-6pm 905-720-1507 Personal Trainers Wanted New Body Boomers in Whitby University, College related degrees or equivalent certifications an asset. 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If you are committed to excellence in your trade and want to be treated fairly and honestly, please apply by faxing your resume to our Corporate Office: H.R. Dept. 519-821-1111 MOULD MAKER-TOOL MAKER Required for automotive checking fixture (gauge) shop. Minimum 3 years experience required. Please fax resume attention of : Dan Pallister 905-668-0102 e-mail: info@opmltd.com New East End Suzuki Dealership requires an experienced Sales Person Full-time. Please call George (905)420-4800 CAREER OPPORTUNITY Recent promotions and/or increasing sales volume means we need several additional SALES PROFESSIONALS and we are prepared to train these people through a professionally presented FREE SEMINAR where you can learn about the car business before making a career decision. If you love the challenges of dealing with customers, are self-motivated and have some retail sales background, this may be for you. Excellent commission plan, car allowance and benefit package is available for the right candidates. Male and female applicants are encouraged. If you think a career in the automobile industry might suit you, please contact our SALES MANAGERS@ Ext. 356 •Mr. Anthony Halcovitch 905-831-2693 (Pickering/Ajax) •Ms. Kim Indovina 905-686-5859 (Oshawa/Whitby) *FIRST TIME BUYERS* Why rent when you can own? Free list of homes available with no money down, under $1,200/month. Free recorded message. 1-800-417-7295 ID #7051 ReMax Ability Real Estate Limited. HOME SELLERS Find out what the home down the street sold for. Free computerized list of area home sales and current listings. Free recorded message 1-800-417-7295 ID #1041 Remax Ability Real Estate Limited. AT L ONG LAST www.ecofriendlycondos.com Are you a small business that may be struggling to have a successful Christmas season? You have an opportunity to become a merchant at this year's greatest sales event located at the old Walmart in the Whitby Mall. Nov 28, 29 & 30 For information call 905-665-3194 or e-mail info@clikonsave.ca 310-CASH CALL PAYD AY LOANS Cash and A Smile When You Need It. 2 2 7 4 Where every day is Payday! RENT-WORRY FREE 1, 2 & 3 Bed. Apts. Well maintained, modern Appliances. All Util. included. On site super, maintenance & security. Rental O ffice: 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 33 & 77 Falby Crt., Ajax Rental Office Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (905) 686-0845 www.a jaxapartments.com 2 & 3 bedroom apartments starting at $978 per mo. On-site superintendent and security. TREE SERVICE seeks reliable help. Persons with experience and ability to drive large trucks pre- ferred. Physical labour required. Leave message at (905)725-5415 or fax resume to (905) 725-9369 VOLUNTEER DRIVERS needed to transport foster children. Week- day and weekends available .35 per km reimbursed. Police check required. For further information please contact Michelle Todd @ 416-570-3709 WANTED:12 Call-Centre Cus- tomer Support Representatives for the midnight shift. Must have ex- cellent customer service, commu- nication, Internet, computer, and typing skills. E-mail oshawa@ti- gertel.com, fax 905-576-1503. WEEKLY PAYCHEQUES!Com- pany needs help filling out their simple worksheets. P/T or F/T. Call 1-800-279-0019 ext. CP7. WORK FROM HOME Health and Nutrition Industry. $500-$1500 P/T $2000-$4000 F/T. Full Training Provided. 416-376-7926. www.athome-ebiz.com EXPERIENCED Hair Stylists want- ed for high-end concept salon in Oshawa Centre and Pickering To wn centre. Salary plus commis- sion. 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Branch Manager and Part Time Counselors required for our new Durham Collision Reporting Cen- tre in the Pickering Police Station. Manager applicants must have a minimum 3 years management ex- perience with exceptional organ- izational & supervisory skills. Ap- plicants must work well indepen- dently, with excellent computer, keyboarding, communication & re- lationship building skills. Exp. in hospitality/retail industry an asset. Fax resume to Mr. Bob Gutwein (416)745-5555. GENERAL LABOURER required for Ajax company. Welding/truck mechanic experience an asset. Salary based on experience. Ben- efits. Send resume to File #958 c/o News Advertiser, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 REAL ESTATE Administrative Assistant 30-35hrs. per week for Durham area office. Experienced only, licensed or unlicensed, Fax resume to 905-430-2550. AJAX CALL CENTRE needs several full time/ part time people for pleasant phone work Salary + bonus Call NOW! Amanda 905-426-4246 Licensed or Upcoming Realtors! Learn more about our FREE Pro- fessional Sales Training. 6 office locations throughout GTA; EAST/WEST. NO MONTHLY FEES! For our next CAREER EX- TRAVANGZA, call Lori or Anne @ 416-721-2470 or reserve online @ www.realestatecareer.biz SALES ASSISTANT/ HOSTESS required for new home sales office in Bowmanville. Potential candi- dates will possess excellent com- puter & communication skills & Maintain a polished & professional demeanor. Must be able to work independently and work both after- noons and weekends. New home sales experience is preferred. Fax resumes to 905-697-3078. SALES PEOPLE needed for Fur- niture Sales. Experience pre- ferred. Apply in person: Studio Fine Furniture, 1540 Dundas St. E Whitby. DENTAL ASSISTANT/RECEP- TIONIST for busy Pickering office. Abeldent computer exp. preferred. Fax resume 905-839-8435. DENTAL HYGENIST required full time, for maternity leave, com- mencing January. No weekends, some evenings. Please submit re- sumes in person to: Dr. Debra Shoniker, 312 Dundas St. W. Whit- by. OPTOMETRIC Assistant for F/T or P/T Experience preferred but will train. Challenging position for ea- ger, detail orientated, multi-tasker, evenings/Saturday's. Fax resume 905-666-8160 SACRBOROUGH dental office is seeking a Dental assistant, dental receptionist and Dental hygienist for full and part time. Call 416-265 -0422 or 905-839-6562 or E-mail bennygroups@hotmail.com. KITCHEN MANAGER and experi- enced kitchen staff needed imme- diately for busy Christmas season and beyond. (905)666-8090. HOUSECLEANING AVAILABLE by mature dependable experi- enced person with flexible hours. Reasonable rates. Call 905-434- 9767 BOWMANVILLE,well maintained 2-storey, 3-bdrms, 3 bathrooms, cac, fag, 6 appliances, walk-out to rap-around deck, large manicured backyard, new double driveway, $174,900. (905)697-0225 DISTRESS SALE Bank foreclosures. Free list of Foreclosure properties. 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Good/Bad credit, low income, self-employed. Purchases-Refinance-Debt Con- solidation. Call Dave "Capital One Rlty" 705-748-3120. MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any purpose. All applications accepted. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905)668-6805 $1000 -bills included,2 bed. apt. 2-parking spots, livingroom, dining- room, available Dec. 1st. Courtice - Nash Rd. Easy 401 access. (905)263-4333 1 BED. BASEMENT APT.- Liver- pool/Dixie/# 2, available nowt. Fridge, stove, laundry facilities. Open concept kitchen-Livingroom, washroom. Own entrance. Single preferred. Call (416)708-4932 or 905-420-5519. 1 BEDROOM apartments, (2 available), newly renovated. Clean, quiet buidling. $750 inclu- sive. No pets, first/last required. Oshawa. Call 905-431-1552. 1-BEDROOM basement apart- ment, Brock/Major Oaks, available now. Own entrance, kitchen, bath- room, livingroom, laundry, with fireplace, a/c and parking. No pets/smoking. $750/month includ- ing utilities. Call (905)683-0141. 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. 2 BEDROOM BASEMENT APT., modern, bright, 401/Westney/Hwy. 2.Freshly painted. Livingroom/din- ingroom, Available Nov. lst. Credit check a must. First/last. All inclu- sive $650 416-266-3213. 2-BEDROOM apartment, 596 Chaucer Ave. Available Dec 1st, $825/month all inclusive. No pets, first/last required. Call days 905- 576-5512 or evenings, (905)427- 5580. 3 BEDROOM/LARGE LOFT,main floor of house, new kitchen & ap- pliances, air, private yard, backing onto greenbelt, shared laundry, first/last, no smoking/pets, $1100 plus 2/3 utilities.(905)683-7609 3-BEDROOM stone century home, Also 2-bedroom located on golf course in North Pickering. Avail- able immediately. Adults preferred. No pets, (905)649-2436 A BRIGHT BASEMENT APT. Whitby - 1 Bedroom, 10' ceilings, separate entrance, laundry, cable, internet, telephone, near bus, $750/mo+. ALSO 1 room $450/month, female preferred. 905 -571-1811. , AJAX - Available December $900 inclusive. 2 bedroom basement, clean, spacious, self contained, parking, own yard. Dennis Morgan (416) 587-0060, (905)831-9500 AJAX - Beautiful one bedroom basement apt. 4 appliances, own laundry, one parking, separate en- trance. Suitable for single person. Available immediately. $800 inclu- sive. 905-426-7341 AJAX - LEGALIZED UPPER 3 bedroom of home. Hwy 2/Har- wood, close to schools, transit, non smoker, no pets. First/last. Available immediately. (905) 686- 5297 (416) 297-3342 AJAX CENTRAL, basement apt., 1-bedroom, clean & bright, 4 appli- ances included, parking for 1, sep- arate entrance, no pets. $560/month. Available Dec 1st. (905)683-8768 AJAX, 1-BDRM basement, bright & clean, full bath, new carpeting, share laundry, 2-car parking, $850 inclusive. Avail. immediately. Call Mike weekdays 905-427-4077 ext 24, evenings/wknds 905-442-0020 AJAX,Bachelor, Westney Heights, new paint/carpet, separ- ate entrance, parking, share laun- dry, $550+40% utilities. Immedi- ately. WHITBY-Brock/401, 3-bdrms, quiet side street, own laundry, large backyard, $1200+60% utilities. (416)783- 5000 AJAX, ONE BEDROOM base- ment, seperate entrance, single professional preferred, no smok- ing/pets. large backyard, lst/last, parking/utilities included. $750. Jan. lst. (416 )281-1825 AJAX,Westney/Hyw 2, 1 large bedroom, walk out basment apt., bright & beautiful. No pets/smok- ing, avil. immed., $750. all inclu- sive, 905-619-0803, 416-895-5403 AJAX-2 large bedroom basement, living room, full bath, 5-appl., parking, a/c, + no-smoking/no- pets, immediately. negotiable. Also large storage/workshop, heat- ed, a/c. Call Liz Kendall 416-281- 0027. AJAX-WESTNEY & Ritchie, walk out, 1 bedroom, fridge/stove, park- ing, $780 all inclusive, no smok- ing/pets, first & last required. Available Dec.1. call (905)427- 9626 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 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY or Dec. 1st, one bedroom apt. $725/mo. 965 Simcoe St. North Oshawa. Also large 2 bed. $875/mo. all inclusive. First/last. No dogs. 905-721-0831 or 905- 767-9070 BASEMENT APARTMENT Open concept, appliances, parking. No smoking/pets. Near Pickering TC, 401. Available immediately $670/month inclusive Call Helen 905-427-8789 CENTRAL OSHAWA one bed- room for September $725 & three bedroom for October $950. Well maintained building. Call Mon-Fri 9-5p.m. (905)723-0977 CHURCH/Hwy 2.Immaculate 2 & 3 bedroom apartments. Close to schools/ shopping/ GO. 416-444- 7391. Ext. 241 CLEAN 1 BEDROOM $770 month, utilities included. Simcoe and Mill area, small quiet apt. building. Call for and appointment. (905)579-9890 COURTICE furnished 1 room loft for rent, private entrance, satellite, own bathroom, $480/mo. Available immediately. Call 905-436-3446 COURTICE, 1-bdrm basement apt. Clean and quiet, separate en- trance. All utilities, cable included. $595/month. Suitable for single person. No smokers/pets. Avail- able Dec. 1st. Call 905-576-0180. COURTICE,2 bedroom lower lev- el of house $850, parking, laundry. ALSO 2 bedroom upper level $1150. Both Avail. Dec 1, all inclu- sive, no smoking/pets. (905)665- 1905 DOWNTOWN Whitby - 2 bedroom $795. per mo includes heat, air, laundry facilities, 1 parking. Hydro extra. lst/last. References. No pets. Dec. lst (905) 430-8327 DUNDAS/COCHRANE Large Mul- ti-level 2 & 3 bedrooms available. Close to school/shopping/transit. Some with hardwood, freshly painted. 905-430-5423 EXECUTIVE stunning two bed- room walk-out basement apart- ment in new custom home. West Pickering, 2 min. from 401. Forest view-quiet upscale street. 5-appli- ances. $1495/month inclusive. Call Eleanor 905-619-2639 FURNISHED ONE BED.base- ment apt. Westney/Rossland, close to shopping, rec. centre and 401. Sep. entrance, use of back- yard, parking, no pets/non-smoker. $800/mo. utilities incl. Available immediately. First/last. 416-436- 9849. GREAT WHITBY LOCATION! RE- CENTLY renovated main floor of house plus basement, 2 4pc baths, hardwood throughout, parking for 2, large backyard. Laundry. Dec 1st. $1200+ utilities. (905)261- 1334 KINGSTON/BROCK RD. -new, 1 bdrm. bsmt. apt. Separate en- trance, no smoking/pets, close to all amenities (GO/401), $750/inclu- sive. Available Dec. 1st. Call 905- 686-0836. LAKEVIEW Park Oshawa 3-BED- ROOM bungalow, main floor, $1175 monthly, all utilities includ- ed. Large yard, newly renovated, laundry room. No dogs. Referenc- es required. Call 905-435-2433 LARGE 2 bdrm. apt. in small, clean, quiet, adult lifestyle bldg. Gibb/Montrave, Oshawa. Parking, laundry, storage, no pets. Avail- able immediately. $700+hydro. Call 905-439-1755 or (905)725- 9226. NEW BASEMENT APARTMENT 401 & Whites. ($30,000 in renova- tions). Full details/photos: www.geocities.com/hanif_rajabali/ 900-1000 sq. it. Kitchen HD wash- er/dryer, new oven, fridge, 2 bed- rooms, $875+utilities. Contact: Hanif 905-420-4359. NORTH Oshawa - 2 bedroom, No- vember lst or December lst/ Janu- ary lst. Clean, family building. Heat, hydro and two appliances in- cluded. Pay cable, parking and laundry facilities. (905) 723-2094 ONE BDRM basement, Pickering, separate entrance, 4 appliances, a/c, f/p, parking, $750/mo inclu- sive, avail immediately. No smok- ing/pets. First/last. 905-839-0098 ONE BEDROOM legal basement apt., Harwood & Bayly, sep. en- trance, shared laundry. suits sing- gle working person, $600 inclu- sive, first & last, no smoking, no pets. (905)683-7609. OSHAWA - 1 bedroom basement apt., laundry, parking, cable. No smoking/pets. $750 month inclu- sive. First/last. Available Novem- ber lst. Call (905) 728-7178 after 4 p.m. OSHAWA - 2 bedroom basement apartment, separate entrance, cable included, parking, $750/month inclusive. available December 1st. 289-314-5469 OSHAWA - 2 bedrooms in Triplex, Wilson Rd/Adelaide area. Laundry, parking, $825 includes heat and water. First/last required. No pets. 1-800-527-2170 M-F, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. for appt. Available Jan. 1st. OSHAWA - near Oshawa centre, newly renovated 2-bedroom apartment, in small, clean building, Suit older persons. $725 plus hy- dro. Phone (905) 839-4659. OSHAWA,1 bedroom basement apt., available Dec.1, Seperate en- trance, laundry facilities, clean & quiet, air, close to OC,. $675. first &.last, Non-smoker/no-pets. (905)434-3996, after 4 OSHAWA,1-bdrm apt., heat & hy- dro, fridge & stove, parking for 1 car, close to 401, Bloor/Albert $685/month. First/last. (905)723- 9781. A/P PAGE 24 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 09, 2003 www.durhamregion.com Live LOCAL chat! 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Their families: Janice and Bryne Emeneau of St. Catharines, and Popi and Dennis Polychronis of Apsley are overjoyed to hear the news and are excited to share in the planning for a Spring 2004 wedding. Please join us in congratulating the adorable couple on their engagement! OSHAWA,2-bdrm apts in brand new bldg, ceramics, oak kitchen, a/c, $950/mo + hydro & gas, avail. Dec. lst. Call (905)431-9717. OSHAWA,2-bdrm bsmt in quiet home. Private entrance & laundry. 5 appliances, c/a, usage of yard & driveway in exchange of mainte- nance of same. No smoking/pets. $775 inclusive. First/last. Dec 1. (905)404-8695 OSHAWA, CLEAN BASEMENT, one bedroom, fireplace, livingroom and full bathroom. Shared kitchen, parking, laundry. Non-smoker. Available Dec. 1st. $500/month (905)721-8391. OSHAWA,large 1-bedroom apart- ment, full kitchen & bath. Walkout to fenced backyard, $725/month inclusive (except cable & phone). Available immediately. Near 401. (905)668-7112 OSHAWA,near O.C. basement bachelor apt. avail. Dec.1. All in- clusive, 1-parking, NON-SMOK- ERS ONLY! No pets. First/last, $525/mo. Brian (905)243-7055 PICKERING - 1 large BACHELOR bedroom available immediately. Brock Rd/401. Very low rent. Util- ities included. Cable TV/Internet access available. Excellent for stu- dents/professionals. 416-894- 2778. PICKERING - BRIGHT new one bedroom, own bath, own kitchen, ac, laundry, no pets, no smoking, lst/last, available now. $650 per mo. (905)427-3680. PICKERING - Brock Rd/401, bachelor/basement apartment, quiet home, separate-entrance, parking, full bathroom, kitchen, air, first/last $725/month. No smok- ing/pets. Available immediately, Suit single person, (905)427-0886. PICKERING - custom bachelor, 5 appliances, 4 pc bath, above- ground windows, seperate en- trance, laundry, parking for 1, no smoking/pets, $700/month, Dec. 1st. (905)831-5305 PICKERING - large, bright 1 bed- room bsmt apartment, a/c, cable, private entrance. Close to shop- ping/Go. $700 + utilities. Prefer 1 professional person. No pets/smoking. First/last/ref. Avail- able immediately. Also bachelor $500. (905) 831-3655 PICKERING -Whites Rd-401 Spacious 2-bedroom basement, full bath/kitchen, separate en- trance, laundry, a/c, deck, parking x2, no smoking, first/last, $900/month plus 1/2 hydro. 905- 837-0227. PICKERING 3-bdrm main floor, h/w floors, 4 appliances, 2-parking, close to schools, shopping/GO. $1200 + 1/2 utilities. Avail. Dec. 1st. Call Richard Days 416-865- 7864, Evenings/wknds. 905-686- 9662 PICKERING Fantastic 1-bedroom basement apartment in Altona ar- ea. Private entrance, private park- ing, security system, appliances in- cluded. Available Dec 1st. Call Don or Angela (905)509-3043 PICKERING Village, legal 2-bed- room basement apartment. $825/month inclusive. Separate entrance. 1 car parking. No smok- ing/pets. References. Available Jan. (416)783-1410 evenings. PICKERING White's/401, bright new 1-bdrm, private entrance, 1-parking a/c, laundry, no pets/smoking. First/last. Avail. now. $850 inclusive. (905)420- 1896 PICKERING,1-bdrm basement apt. Private entrance, laundry, cable, a/c. Avail. Nov. lst. Non- smoking. $650 plus 1/4 utilities. No pets. (905)839-8388 PICKERING,2-bedroom base- ment large bright, 4 appliances, parking, close to schools, shop- ping. $850 +1/2 utilities. Avail. Dec. 1, call Mike days 905-427- 4077 ext. 24, eveinings 905-442- 0020. PICKERING,bright above ground, basement 1 bedroom apt., separ- ate entrance, 4 appliances, laun- dry. Available immediately. $675/month plus. No-smok- ing/pets, (905)683-9629. PICKERING,DIXIE/HWY. 2, very nice area. Bsmt. bachelor apt. with private entry and own laundry- room, large kitchen and bathroom. Suit female non-smoker. Available immediately. $595+cable. 905- 420-4044. PICKERING,Executive home, 1-bedroom basement apartment, working person preferred. All in- clusive, cable & parking. First/last. Available immediately. (905)420- 8376 PICKERING,Finch/Brock, very clean, bright, spacious 2-bdrm bsmt. Walk-out, seperate en- trance, 4 appliances, a/c, cable, ja- cuzzi, avail Dec. 1st. $850+utilities. No pets/smoking, First/last, refer- ences, credit check. (416)727- 1084 PICKERING,Liverpool/Bayly, 3-bdrm bsmt, kitchen, living room, full washroom, separate entrance, laundry, parking, near Go, bus, mall. Available immediately. $1075/mo inclusive. Call (416)878- 5534 PICKERING,near P.T.C., 2 bed- room basement apt., all applianc- es, laundry facilities, no pets, no smoking, close all amenities. Avail. immediately. Call (905)686-3661, 416-315-9128. PICKERING,Liverpool/Bayly, large new 2-bedroom basement apt, separate entrance, parking, laundry, $850/month inclusive (cable & high-speed internet in- cluded). Immediate occupancy. Call 416-356-9709 or (905)421- 9533 PICKERING,Whites/Hwy 2. 1-bdrm walk-out bsmt, c/a, 4pc bath, laundry, parking. $750/mo in- clusive. (905)420-5789 PICKERING-2 bedroom, newly renovated, separate entry, full bath, 4 appliances, cable, parking. No pets/smoking, available De- cember 1st, $850/inclusive, (905)426-4723 PICKERING-Brock/Hwy#2, 1 or 2 bedroom apartment, large and bright, laundry, parking. Call (905)426-7057 PICKERING-LUXURY Basement 2 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, fireplace, huge kitchen, very spacious, high ceilings, exclusive area. No smok- ing/pets.,1-parking first/last/secur- ity-deposit. $1100. includes cable. (905)619-9176 PICKERING:Altona/Hwy 2, bright walkout basement 2-bedroom, separate entrance, large living room, A/C, appliances, no pets/smoking, parking. $900 inclu- sive. Available immediately. 905- 509-1938 PICKERING:on golf course, 3-bedroom farm house $1250/month, immediately/Dec 1st. (barn available) AJAX: ground level 1-bedroom walkout apartment,country setting, over- looking pond, $700/month, Dec 1st. (905)428-7407. PORT PERRY - bright spacious 2 bedroom basement apt. in private home. Fridge, stove included. Pri- vate entrance, parking. $900/month. Available Nov. lst. 905-985-8615. PORT PERRY NORTH (Seagrave area)--unique 1-bedroom apart- ment in century farmhouse. Com- pletely private, newly-renovated. Fantastic lakeview. New pricing. Call 1-888-550-3687. RAGLAN, excellent large 2 bed- room apartment, non smoker, Dec. lst. $795 per month. Also loft apartment, prefer single person, non smoker, $500 per mo. inclu- sive. (905) 424-1477 or (905) 655- 8310. REGENCY PLACE - 15 Regency Cres. Whitby. 50+ Lifestyle Apt. Complex. Clean quiet building, across from park. Close to down- town. Daily activities incl.. All util- ities included. Call (905)430-7397. www.realstar.ca. Open house- Saturday 9-3, Sunday 1-3. SIMCOE St. N. Oshawa, luxury 2 bedroom, 3 bedroom, and luxury penthouse suite, air, 5 appliances, $1,360 plus parking, $1,470 plus parking, $1,925 plus parking. Call 905-571-3760 STUNNING large one bedroom walk-out apartment in new custom home. West Pickering, 2 min from 401. Forest view- quiet street. 5-appliances. $1095/month inclu- sive. Call Eleanor 905-619-2639 SUITE SALE OSHAWA VERY SPACIOUS 2 & 3 bdrm. apts. Close to schools, shopping centre, Go Station. Utilities included. Seniors Discounts Call (905)728-4993 TESTA HEIGHTS -2 Testa Rd. Uxbridge, One & two bedroom apts. available Oct/Nov/Dec. Con- veniently located in Uxbridge in adult occupied building. Weekly tenant activities. Call (905)852- 2534. www.realstar.ca Open house 12-4 Sat/Sun. TOP Whitby,upper 3-bedroom apartment, bright, spacious, 4pc bath, 2 entrances, $1200/month all inclusive. First/last required. Avail- able Dec 1st. Call Peter or Mi- chelle (905)666-8376 WHITBY - 1-bedroom apartment, fridge, stove, parking, heat, water, coin-laundry, basement storage. Available December 1st. $690. Near Go bus/amenities. Call (905)686-7870. WHITBY - BROCK RD.- South of 401. Large 2 bedroom apartment. 115 Watson St. W. in triplex, walk to Go/lake. First/last $750, no pets. Call collect (416) 466-1291 or (905) 444-9574 WHITBY - Tw o,2-bedroom apts., Available immediately, $875; Very spacious, clean & quiet Near GO transit & train, No dogs. 905-449- 5432 WHITBY 2-level apartment. 2+1 bedrooms, 2 kitchens, 2 baths, 2 entrances, quiet building, non- smoking, no pets. $1250/mo avail- able late November. 905-426-3288 WHITBY Central - Superior stan- dard buildings. Bachelor apart- ment $700, 1 bedroom apart- ment$825. Call (905)576-8989 WHITBY Place, 900 Dundas St. E., One and two bedroom units available, park like setting, close to downtown, low rise building, laun- dry facilities, balcony, parking. (905)430-5420. www.realstar.ca WHITBY- 2 bedroom, $860. Dec. lst. Office hours 9 - 5 Monday - Friday & 6 p.m.- 8 p.m. Monday- Thursday. (905)665-7543 WHITBY south - spacious 1 & 2 bedroom apartments, $760/860, laundry, first/last, walk to Go, Available December 1st. Daytime viewings Monday-Friday days (905)666-3338 or evenings (905)832-2722 WHITBY,newly renovated 1-bed- room basement apartment, walk- out, parking, close to 401, walk to Go, no pets/smoking, $800/month. First/last. Available Nov 15th. (905)430-0168 WHITBY, TWO Basement apart- ments, 1 & 2 bedrooms, 8' ceil- ings, hardwood floors, lots of light, parking, $685 & $750/month inclu- sive. Available Dec 1st. Call (416)652-9277 AJAX,44 Falby Crt., Jan 1st. 2-bedroom, 2 baths, eat-in kitchen, balcony, underground parking, new carpet, paint, ensuite laundry. Air conditioning, pool exercise, tennis. $1200/month. (705)742- 5483 PICKERING/AJAX- 3 executive condos, 2 1-bedroom & 1 two-bed- room, 5 appliances, parking, lock- er, A/C, $1250 & 1300 inclusive. Available immediately. Call Leslie Benczik.com Re/Max (905)477- 0011 WHITBY WATERFRONT CONDO - gorgeous 2 bdrm., walk to the "GO", walk downtown, with water- front trail at your door. Fitness cen- tre, indoor pool and party room. Available Jan. 1/04. Call 905-718- 9886 or 905-668-3788. A-ABA-DABA-DO, OWN YOUR OWN HOME! From $550/month OAC.FREE - up to $10,000 cash back to you. $32,500+family in- come. No down payment re- quired! For spectacular results, Great Rates. Call Ken Collis, As- sociate Broker, Coldwell Banker RMR Real Estate (905)728-9414, or 1-877-663-1054, kencol- lis@sympatico.ca. AJAX - 2,300 SQ. FT.available immediately. Beautiful 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 baths, fenced, air, non smok- er, no pets, close to plaza, schools, community centre. Go train. $l,450 plus utilities. Call (416) 275-1817 AJAX - COZY 2 plus bedrooms, main level, across from park, short or long term, semi or unfurnished, suit single/couple, no smoking, $l,300 inclusive. (905)619-0904 AJAX BEAUTIFUL, spacious 3 bedroom upper, executive home, 1 1/2 baths, dining room, 5-appli- ances, fireplace, garage, shop- ping, GO, schools. $1400 plus 75%. Call 416-657-2079 upscalerentals.ca AJAX HARWOOD & BAYLY 3-bedroom upper level, separate entrance, fully renovated, laundry, parking, $1100/month, first/last, references, no pets/smoking. De- cember 1st. (905)509-2335 after 4pm AJAX Westney near GO. Execu- tive 4-bedroom 2-1/2 baths, family room 2-car garage, deck, fenced yard. CAC, separate dining & sit- ting room. Available Dec 1. $1600/mo+utilities. (416)283-9512 AJAX,WESTNEY/HWY#2, spa- cious, 4 bedroom upper, 2 1/2 baths, 5 appliances, garage. GO, schools, non-smokers/no pets. Credit check, first & last, avail. Jan1, $1400. (905)426-1339 AN UNBEATABLE DEAL!0 down, own your own home. Car- ries for less than rent. OAC. Mini- mum income required per house- hold is $30,000. Please call Aure- lia Cosma, Remax Spirit Inc. 1-888 -732-1600 or (905)728-1600, 24 hr. pager. AVAILABLE DEC. 1ST.Main floor 3 bedroom house. South Oshawa. Close to all amenities & 401. C/a, 5 appliances, parking, very clean. $1250. all inclusive. No pets. Adults preferred. References. Call 905-728-9175 or 905-576-0332 BEAUTIFUL 3-BDRM bungalow, c/a, 1-1/2 car garage, 2 bath- rooms, 5 appliances, fin/bsmt. Nice neighbourhood, 401/Har- wood. Avail. Jan. 1st, First/last. Non-smokers, no pets preferred. $1,000+utilities. Carol (905)428- 9098 FIRST TIME BUYERS Why rent when you can own? Free list of homes available with no money down, under $900/month. Free record message. 1-800-258-0620 ID#1051 Re/Max Rouge River Inc. HIGHLAND CREEK -2 bdrm. bungalow, large scenic lot, avail- able immediately. $1000+utilities month to month. Call 416-566- 3357 or 905-420-8515. LIVERPOOL/BAYLY - Large semi, renovated, 3 bedrooms, sep. dining, 4 appliances, c/a, wood fireplace, hardwood floors, huge deck, no smoking/pets. Available immediately. $1250/inclusive. 416- 281-8403 or 416-723-3045. OSHAWA COUNTRY Executive 4,000 sq. ft 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 baths triple car garage. This home is well appointed with a million-dollar view. The successful tenants will sign a yearly rental agreement. Available November 2003, $2500 per month. Brokers Protected. For Further information please contact 905-434-2447. OSHAWA,3-bedroom with de- tached garage, 1 bath, close to all amenities, first/last, references. No pets. $1000 plus utilities. Call (905)576-9454 BROOKLIN TOWNHOUSE, Trib- ute brand new 1600sq.ft. Victorian 3 bed, 2 1/2 baths, with 5 applianc- es. Eat in kitchen, sep. family, liv- ing and diningrooms. Walk to school. $1400+util. No smok- ing/pets. Avail. Dec. lst. 905-424- 8893. CARRIAGE HILL Colborne St. E., Oshawa- 2 & 3 bedrooms avail- able. Close to downtown and shopping. 4 appliances, carpet and hardwood flooring, close to 401 and GO. Utilities included. Call (905)434-3972. www.real- star.ca Open house Wed. Thurs. Fr i. 7-9 p.m. CLEAN south Oshawa townhouse, 2 + 1 bedroom, parking, laundry, first & last, available end of No- vember. $950 inclusive. (905)786 -2413 or 905-431-3829 IMMACULATE BROOKLIN To wn- home Watford/Winchester area. 3-bdrms, 5 appliances, 1-1/2 baths, deck, garage, fenced yard, $1300+utilities. Avail. Dec. 1st. No smoking. 905-655-9000 PARADISE,Must be seen! Excep- tional Opportunity, suit couple/sin- gle person. 3-bedroom townhouse condo. Newly renovated, under- ground parking for 2 cars, Whites Rd.S. $1500/month, Dec 1st. (416)419-0114. PICKERING Town house Bay- ly/Liverpool, close to every thing 1 1/2 bath, 3 bedroom, finished basement, newly renovated, small backyard, complex pool, presently available, 905-839-5770 or 647- 280-1934. PRINGLE CREEK CO-OP,95 Crawforth St., unit 85 Whitby, is accepting applications for 3-bed- room units, for next orientation. Subject to membership policy ap- proval. Applications available at Community Centre Unit 85, 10am- 4pm.- Mon.-Thurs., (On Friday, Sat. & Sun pick-up points are post- ed on Community Centre's door between (10am-7pm). Sorry no subsidy available. TAUNTON TERRACE - 100 Taun- ton Rd E., Oshawa. 3 bedrooms with/without garage. 3 appliances, hardwood flooring, Outdoor pool, sauna, Children's playground close to all amenities. Fenced back- yards. 905-436-3346. www.real- star.ca. Open house Wed., Thurs., Fri. 7-9 p.m. AJAX,room for rent suitable for working female. $425/month, first/last required. Use of facilities. Call (905)686-4126 PICKERING,private room, full use of house, 5 mins. to Go, 401, and Lake, $500 inclusive, call Mike (905)420-5596. AVAILABLE immediately- Oshawa, furnished room, bright very clean house, share kitchen & bathroom, run of house, non- smoker, parking, laundry, near all amenities, $440/month. 905-404- 8479 OSHAWA,close to OC & 401, share living, kitchen, laundry. Male professional or student preferred, non-smoker.. Available Dec.1, $450. (905)259-5995 PICKERING - 2 rooms plus se- prate bathroon, share laundry and kithcen, parking, close to amen- ities. No smoking/pets. (905)686- 0645 ROOM for rent in Bowmanville. $475/month inclusive. Must toler- ate smoking & dogs. First/last re- quired. 905-623-2147. ROOMS for rent, fully furnished Ajax. $500/month, use of 2 wash- rooms, livingroom, diningroom, kitchen. Must be neat & tidy. Avail- able immediately. Call (416)677- 9681 WHITBY -Rossland/Garden. Spotlessly clean furnished bed- room, central air, bus at door. Cable. Non-smoking, suit quiet person. Near amenities. $400/month first/last (905)665- 8504 YOUNG PROFESSIONAL,beauti- ful extra large room, private bath/jacuzzi, upscale large house, Ajax/Pickering looking for occu- pant. Non-smoking, Facilities/park- ing $600/month. First/last/referenc- es. Immediate. 416-995-6138. FURNISHED ROOM in quiet home. Share amenities, non- smoker, references, $350/month first/last required. South Oshawa (905)725-3444. PRIVATE newly decorated room in cozy central Oshawa home to share. Suits working bi-male pro- fessional. Non-smoker, first./last, security deposit. All util, cable in- cluded. $450/month, references. Call (905)432-2695 bus at door, must arrange own phone service. ROOM quiet family home, nice Rossland/Simcoe bus line, suit non-smoking serious, responsible female student/working. $375, first/last. Excellent opporunity for the right person! (905)723-3304, leave message. TWO BEDROOM basement apt. in Courtice. Share kitchen & laundry. Includes utilities, cable, parking. $600/mo. negotiable. first/last. Available immediately. 905-434- 1674. WHITBY share luxury house, $550., fireplace, cable, laundry fa- cilities, parking. Short term Avail- able. No lease. Call 416-427-7892. WHITBY,Taunton/Baycliff area Shared accomodation in 4-bed- room home, male or female, $500 monthly, all inclusive. Call (905)665-2728. WEEKLY hall rentals, 1955 Val- leyfarm Rd., Pickering. Best suits service clubs. Hourly rates, air conditioned, seats 250 people. Please call Donald Lafontaine at 905-666-8431 after 5pm CLEARWATER Florida, 2 double wide manufactured homes in Sen- ior Parks, 2-3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, fully furnished including washer/dryer, heated pool, hot tub, January 10th on, $1200/month. Call (905)683-5503 WHITBY,trailers for rent or sale. 1010 Dundas St.E. Includes hydro, water. Available immediately, first & last required. Call Aileen 905- 666-9321. SHRINK WRAP YOUR BOAT. Protect your investment from the elements. Call to book an appoint- ment 905-440-7601 LOST NOV. 1ST - Near the TD on Bayly St., silver bracelet with am- ber stones. Cherished gift. If found please call (905) 428-9765 (905) 686-5818 LIVE-IN,non-smoking caregiver required in my Ajax home for 3 children. Call for interview. (905)427-8095 ALTONA, HWY#2,beautiful home daycare, one full time space avail- able. Jan 1, from 3 months to 4 years, Fluent English and Hungar- ian. Receipts. Call Judit, (905)509- 5802 AFFORDABLE loving daycare, non smoking, reliable/experienced, mother of 2. Steps to Glengrove P. S.on St. Anthony Daniels bus/route. Large fenced backyard. Playroom / crafts / outings. Snacks/ lunch. Valley Farm Rd./ Kingston Rd. Near PTC. Referenc- es. Call Debbie (905) 839-7237 FINDING CHILDCARE Has never been easier! Connecting providers, parents and nannies. Not an agency. View free list today at: www.durhamdaycare.com (905)665-2346 HWY#2/HARWOOD AREA. Reli- able daycare in my home, Afford- able rates. Non-smoking. Full- time. 6 months and up. (905)428- 6241. RESPONSIBLE home childcare, 15 years experience for infants- 10 years. CPR, creative play, outdoor activities. Church/Delaney. Call Elaine (905)683-0352 Guinese Family requires live-in caregiver for 2 year old child. Reliable with references. Lots of perks. Serious inquiries only. Call (905)839-9705 JUST IN TIME for the holidays! Lose 10 - 30 Pounds in the next 30 days! Safe, Natural, with guaran- teed results! Free Consultations available. (416) 324-0784. 10X10 Commercial overhead door; 3x7 aluminum storefront door; wa- ter softener; folding bike; 24"x48" fluorescent lights; new 36" fluores- cent tubes. Less than 1/2 price! (905)436-9949. LEATHER jackets 1/2 price, purs- es from $9.99, luggage from $29.99. wallets from 9.99. Every- thing must Go! Family Leather, 5 Points Mall, Oshawa (905)728- 9830, Scarborough (416)439- 1177. 14.5 HP LAWN Tr actor, 3 seasons old, top condition, $1100. call (905)837-3247 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 up- grade to 12 mm premium pad with every installation, 20 oz Berber carpet starting at 0.69 sq. ft., car- pet only. Lots of selection for eve- ry budget. Three month equal payment plan available. Free in home quote. SAILLIAN CARPETS at 905-242-3691 or 905-373-2260, 1-800-578-0497. A-1 CARPETS, CARPETS, CAR- PETS!! 3 rooms installed with pad from $289 (30 yds). All Berber carpets on sale now! Free up- grade to 12 mm premium pad with every installation, 20 oz Berber carpet starting at 0.69 sq. ft., car- pet only. Lots of selection for eve- ry budget. Three month equal payment plan available. Free in home quote. SAILLIAN CARPETS at 905-242-3691 or 905-373-2260 AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES HANK'S APPLIANCES - Afford- able appliances. Large selection or new & used appliances now in stock. Rent to own NOW AVAIL- ABLE! Why wait, but it now! Visit our showroom. Parts/Sales/Ser- vice. 426 Simcoe St. S. Mon-Fri, 8-6pm. Sat 9-5pm. (905)728-4043 ALL SATELLITE SERVICES. Amazing Electronics, 601 Dundas St.W.Whitby. Call (905)665-7732 ALL STEEL BUILDINGS,factory direct, many sizes. 20'x30' $4,500, 25'x40' $7,800, 30'x40' $9,200, 40'x60' $16,500. Since 1980 Call Pioneer Prefabricated Steel Build- ings. 1-800-504-7749 www.pio- neerbuilidings.com ANTIQUE DINING ROOM SUITE 90 years old, dark walnut. Table, 6 chairs, buffet & hutch. $2500. (905)725-1790 leave message. ANTIQUE WINDOWS, century old bricks. 2"x16"x14' pumpkin pine. 2 1/4"x14"x7' black walnut. 1" black walnut assorted widths. 2" red oak slabs up to 18" wide. Phone: 905- 697-0367 Wiebe. APPLIANCES - fridge, 2 door frost free, deluxe 30" stove $475/pr; washer/dryer, heavy-duty, deluxe models, $275/pr or 675/all; immac- ulate condition. Also large capacity washer, $275 and dryer, $200 or $475/pr, used 2 yrs. 905-925-6446 (Oshawa) GOLF SALE,Ollie Golf. Titanium drivers 1/2 price, sets $50 off, 2 for 1 Re-grip (selected grips). CNR Corner, Bayly/Westney, Ajax. (905)683-0087 APPLIANCES,refrigerator, stove, heavy duty Kenmore washer & dryer, apartment size washer & dryer. Mint condition. Will sell sep- arately, can deliver. Call (905)839- 0098 BED,queen pillowtop, orthopedic Mattress set, never used, still packaged, cost $1025, sell $450. 416-741-7557 BISON all Canadian, 100% Natu- ral. Fresh, frozen, all cuts avail- able. 3 & 5 lb Christmas roasts. To order or pick up call (905)985- 3384 Startek Buffalo Farm, 2011 Shirley Rd., Port Perry. BLACK LAQUER bedroom set, 2-yr $1400; 6-pc solid pine queen bedroom $1700; sofa & chair $350; oak pedestal table/chairs $300; Oak Country Canada dining room 13-pc $1800; glass kitchen table 6 chairs $200; 10x12 wool rug $300; fridge & stove $350; Can deliver (905)260-1236 CARPETS.Laminate and vinyl sale. 3 rooms, 30sq yds. for $319. Commercial carpet including pre- mier underpad and installation. Laminate $1.69sq ft. Click system. Residential, commercial, customer satisfaction guaranteed. Free Esti- mate. Mike 905-431-4040 CERAMIC Kiln $200 obo. Call 905 -686-2460. Christmas Wonderland SHOW & SALE WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 12 5:00 PM TO 10:00 PM CLASS ACT BANQUET HALL 104 CONSUMERS RD WHITBY (ACROSS FROM AMC THEATRES) 905-666-2124 OR 1-866-904-9934 or e-mail: dreamcatcherevents@rogers.com CINDY CAMPBELL SHOW & SALE Great Unique Gift Ideas and FREE Coffee Free Admission COAST SPA 7-person hot tub, 2 years old with 3 more years of ex- tended warranty. $5500. Please call anytime 905-576-9034 snp COMPUTER - PENTIUM 3 128MB Ram, 56K modem, nic card, CD floppy, USB ports, key- board speakers/mouse, 15" moni- tor - Unbelievable deal at $300! Can deliver and setup. 905-439- 4789. COMPUTERS: BITS AND BYTES Computers Services. Christmas Special: CD-RW Upgrade only $50 installed w/purchase on any com- plete system. P2-350 Tower com- plete system $239.; P3-450 com- plete systems $299; 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.speed- line.ca/bitsandbytes CUSTOM Made kitchen cup- boards and counter top. White ash colour cupboards 2' high by 9' wide and beige counter top. Ideal for small kitchen, bathroom or cot- tage. (905)697-9462 (snp) DEMETRIOS ivory wedding gown, size 10, sleeveless V-neck, A-line, beaded bodice & hem line, match- ing floor-length coast, never worn, paid over $1800 asking $600 obo. (905)655-3230. FILING CABINETS from $59.99; lateral cabinets from $99; 4x8 glass island $299.99; mirrored showcase w/lights & storage $699.99; large boardroom table $999; folding & stacking chairs from $7.99; van seats from $50; 905-668-0800 FRIDGE and matching stove, 8 yrs. old, like new $550., Hexagon glass top coffee and end table $100., (905) 434-6920 FULL length mink coat with high collar, pastel brown, size 16, 7 years old. (905)576-2024 G.E. FRIDGE with over size freez- er, plus stove, almond, like new $450 pair. Telephone (905)420- 2579 HOT TUB 2003 all options, red wood cabinet, never used, still in wrapper. Cost $9995, sell $5000. 416-746-0995 MAPLE LEAF Hockey tickets at Air Canada Centre. Great Christ- mas gift. Excellent seats. Cal (905)753-2246. MAYTAG Stove, double oven, computerized, 1-year old, $1500 OBO. Beeumark Fridge, 1-year, Panasonic Microwave, less than 1-year old, Kitchen cabinets. all reasonable offers considered. (905)428-9352. NATURAL MEAT,Right from the Farm.Chicken, Baby Beef, Lamb, Pork, Goat. Processed for the freezer to your specifications. Member of Canadian Organic Growers. (905)983-5370 NEED A COMPUTER?DON'T HAVE CASH? The original IBM Pentium 4 PC for $1 a Day! Don't pay 'til 2004! Fast Delivery! Free Digital Camera! Call Now! 1-800- 656-8369 www.brandsnow.com SRUCE Christmas Trees, 7 it. tall to 10 it. tall. $500 per 100. (705)277-2327. NEW DANBY APT sized freezers $199. New Danby bar fridges, $139/up. Also, variety of new ap- pliances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Recondi- tioned fridges $195/up, recondi- tioned ranges $125/up, recondi- tioned dryers $125/up, recondi- tioned washers $199/up, new and reconditioned coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New brand name fridges $480/up, new 30" ranges with clock and window $430. Reconditioned 24" ranges and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and reconditioned appli- ances. Call us today, Stephen- son's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts.154 Bruce St. Oshawa.(905)576-7448 OAK DINING SET table & 4 chairs, only 6 months old, in excel- lent condition asking $1600. call (905)839-6471 OIL FURNACE.Eneroil Comforter Hi-efficiency. 2-speed fan. Ideal for home, shop, garage. Approx. 11 years old. $600. 905-725-9456 ONTARIO BEEF - grain fed, gov't. inspected, cut to your satisfaction. Order by the side, cut and wrapped, $1.83/lb. 705-432-3031. PIANO Technician available for tuning, repairs, & pre-purchase consultation on all makes and models of acoustic pianos. Re- conditioned Heintzman, Yamaha, Mason & Risch, & other grand or upright pianos for sale. Gift Certifi- cates available. Call Barb at 905- 427-7631 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com. Visa, MC, Amex PIANO,Roland electronic, model #HP900L, multi function plus stool & keyboard cover $1200. Carpet, super rajput wool, 8x10, patterned blue, $400. Call (905)831-3044. PIANOS/CLOCKS -ALL FLOOR STOCK CURRENTLY ON SALE - Roland digital pianos, Samick pia- nos, also sale on Howard Miller clocks. Large selection of used pianos (Yamaha, Kawai, Heintz- mann, etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental pay- ments apply. Call TELEP PIANO (905)433-1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! PLAYSTATION MOD CHIPS.Play backed-up and foreign titles. PS1 Chip: $65.PS2 Chip: $95 (vs 1-4), $150 (vs 5-7), $200 (vs 8). XBOX Chip: $150. All work guaranteed. Inquire about our list of used games. North End Oshawa. (905)924-2097 POOL TABLES - 8' and 9' slate billiard tables, Foosball/Jettoni ta- ble and table hockey for sale. Call (905) 420-6113. RATTAN FURNITURE set, 2 yrs. old, perfect condition, no pets. In- cludes sofa, loveseat, chair, coffee table & 2 end tables. Paid $2600 asking $1700 obo. Call Tom 905- 623-6488. RENT TO OWN - New and recon- ditioned appliances, and new TV's. Full warranty. Paddy's Market, 905 -263-8369 or 1-800-798-5502. SOFA & LOVESEAT,blue, rose, beige, tweed material with wood trim $525. Air hockey game, 6'x3' (wooden) $125, obo on both. 905- 697-3085. SOLID PINE "House of Broughm" diningroom set, 7ft long tressle ta- ble, 6 chairs, 5ft long Welsh dresser, asking $1200. Call after 5pm (905)576-6888 SPA & HOT TUB COVERS - best quality, best prices, all colours, all sizes, large variety available. De- livery included. Central Ontario Hot Tubs, call Paul 905-259-4514 or 416-873-9141 TARPS - Woven Poly Tarps, all sizes from 8'x10' to 30'x50'. Priced $7.-$90. (tax incl). Call Bowman- ville 905-623-5258. UPRIGHT Piano, Oak finish, $3600 obo. Must provide own transport. Call (905)831-1765, Pickering. VENDORS Wanted at the Courtice Flea Market. 5,000 - 6,000 people per weekend. Rents start $245 per month for indoor space. Lo- cated 2 min. North of 401 between Oshawa and Bowmanville. Call (905)436-1024 CASH PAID for plastic car models. Built or still in the box. 905-435- 0747. FA MILY OF GOD, LOOKING for donations, cash, old clothes, yard sale items, anything to help the needy. Will pick up or work for your donations. Please call 905- 448-9375 or 905-260-0723. COMPUTER Troubleshooter- Specializing in building, upgrading and repairing all computers. Your location or mine. Very competitive rates. Satisfaction guaranteed. For a free estimate call Gilles at 905- 242-6577 HP debranded P4 2.4Ghz 512,MB, 60GB, shared video, 16X DVD, CDRW, 56K, 10/100 nic, 19" grade A Viewsonic monitor, war- ranty with systems, selling for $900/ea. (905)683-6472 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 09, 2003, PAGE 25 A/Pwww.durhamregion.com JBS CLEANING Av oid West Nile!!!! By Keeping your Eavestrough Clean and Clear Windows and eavestroughs. WE also do minor eavestrough repairs. If you are not happy with our work we will do it again FREE OF CHARGE For free estimate call Dennis at (905) 837-1910 A & C ROOFING and WINDOWS • Shingles of all types, flats of any size • Soffit • Fascia • Eavestrough • Skylights • Spring Special - 15% off all vinyl products • Int. free financing for up to 12 months • Double warranty guaranteed, fully transferable • W.S.I.B. • Fully Insured (905) 509-8980 or (905) 428-8704 CALL THE SNOW REMOVAL GUYS 24 HR Snow Clearing, Salting. Dependable Quality Service Ask for The Boss Office - 905-428-6615 Cell - 289-314-8877 Seniors Discount: 10% Call for your free estimate! •Please Call us to Book NOW! 905-686-7236 www.handymanconnection.comLic #B16881Plumbing • Carpentry • Electrical • Painting • Renovations etc. Insured Bonded 1 Year Written Warranty www.Renovations4u.ca Call Abdul 905-444-9944 * F/Bsmts. $6500 + material * G/Openers installed $70 * Plumbing/Electrical * Painting & Decorating * All Kitchens * Decks/Fences & G/Sheds * Windows & Doors * Wooden Floors/Ceramics * Lawn/Snow Maintenance * Dry Walling/Taping * Bsmt. Windows & Doors * Patios/Paths & Steps * Plans for Building & Fire * Roughed in 3 pc. bath * Regulated Code $250 * Room $600 + material KING HOME IMPROVEMENTS Wet Basements, Decks & Fencing, Custom Homes & Cottages, Additions & Roofs. 25 years experience Mike (905)683-0190 or (416)885-4682 BUDGET HOME IMPROVEMENTS BATHROOMS, KITCHENS, COUNTER TOPS (READY IN 4 DAYS). RECROOMS, PLUMBING, HOME OFFICES Mario (905)619-4663Cell 416-275-0034 AJOBWEL L D O N E!HOME RENOVATIONS•GENERAL CARPENTRY • REPAIRS • DRYWALL • DECKS & MORE. . . Call Mike 905-831-1812 Cell:416-520-1494 HOMEPRIDE IMPROVEMENTS Quality Painting Decorating & Renovations Free Estimates * Fully Insured Call Don (905)626-2111 the.allains.sympatico.ca TIMBER TREE SERVICE Experts in Removal, Trimming, Pruning & Stump Removal. Fully insured. Free estimates. Call Shawn. 905-619-1704 Interest Free Payments Avai lable CLOWN / MAGICIAN • Live animals • All occasions • All ages Call Jeff (905) 839-7057 RABBIT Wants Work! Doing Magic for Children's Parties and All Occasions. Have my own Magician Call Ernie (905)668-4932 GERMAN SHEPHERD puppies for sale. 5 weeks old. Call (705)277- 2142 GERMAN SHEPHERDS,our great -grand pups have arrived. Lots of black, vet checked, first shots, de- wormed, ready to go. Parents here to view. Call Karey (905)623- 9845 1982 FIREBIRD, auto, 305, t-roof, new tires, suspension, transmis- sion, no rust, runs great. $3,000. Te lephone (905)666-9358 1990 GMC SIERRA 1500, Ex Hy- dro site vehicle, 53,000km, mint body and 305 motor, new paint, al- ternator cap, certified & E-tested, $6,995, day (905)683-0087, even- ings (905)683-9778. 1990 MAZDA 323,294,000km, standard 5-speed, good winter car, as is, $700. 905-426-0631 1991 CAVALIER,5spd. 2dr., well maintained , lady driven, New brakes& gas tank. 280 klms. $1200. as is call (905)576-1073 1991 PONTIAC Grand Prix STE 3.1 automatic, 147,000 kms, very clean white exterior with grey inter- ior, factory mags, power windows, power door locks, tilt wheel, cruise control, A/C, power side mirrors, on board computer, power lumbar seats, AM/FM with equalizer and steering wheel controls, certified and e-tested. asking $4995. (905)571-5138 1992 BUICK LESABRE 4-dr, 3.1, 225k's, certified/e-tested, asking $2,350. ALSO 1993 Ford Escort, 4-dr, 4cyl, auto, excellent condi- tion, asking $2,350. certified/e- tested. Private sale. (905)404- 8695 1993 CUTLASS SIERRA,SL, 150,000 kil., tilt, cruise, windows, locks, v-6 auto, $3,800. Certified and emissions passed. 1992 Pon- tiac sunbird, 130,000 kil., 2 dr., red, certified, emissions passed, $2,995. (905)433-8050 0r (905) 434-6833. 1993 HONDA Accord EXR, 5-speed, air, pw, pdl, cruise, spoil- er, sunroof, original owner, e-test- ed, certified. $5895. Call (905)623- 7797 1993 HONDA Civic DX, hatch- back, white, 5-speed, a/c, am/fm cassette, driver airbag. Original mint condition inside/out. Well maintained, 208,000kms. E-tested, will certify, $4250 obo. (905)623- 1959 1994 CHEV CAVALIER,3.1 6 cyl. 2dr, air, p. locks, passed emis- sions in Feb. Excellent condition, asking $2500. obo. 905-697-3085. 1994 CHEV CAVALIER,4 cyl. 5 speed, 143,000 kilometres, factory mags, power door locks, 2 dr. red, certified and e-tested. Asking $2990. (905)571-5138 1994 HONDA CIVIC,green, 2-dr, auto, P/S, P/B, air, C/D, excellent contiion, very clean. Cert/emis- sions 220,000km $5200-obo. Mike (905)436-1322 or leave message 1994 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER 174klms, good condition, $2500 OBO also 72 Mercedes, V8, 280 SE, as is $1500. call (905)576- 6441. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire, 4 door, auto- matic, A/C, C.D, rust check, certi- fied and e-test, 190,000 kms, runs great, asking $4500, (905)436- 1705 1996 SUNFIRE,$3,699; 1995 Sunfire $2,999; 1990 Aerostar, ful- ly loaded $2,699; 1997 Daytona, T -roof $2,699; other vehicles from $1,899. Certified & e-tested. (Kelly & Sons since 1976) 905-683-7301 or 905-424-9002 after 6 p.m. 1997 HONDA ACCORD LX, 141,000km, 4-dr, 5-spd, green, air, cruise, certified & e-tested, very re- liable. $8,800 firm. (905)420-2426 1998 BMW 328i,Canyon Red, beige leather interior, premium pkg & sound system, heated seats, 108,000km, certified (certified se- ries warranty 120,000km) asking $22,900. (905)655-0177 1998 Pontiac Sunfire GT 4 cyl. auto. Factory mags, tilt wheel, dual exhaust, Cruise control, A/C, pow- er windows, AM/FM/CD player with steering wheel controls, 200,000 easy kilometres, certified and e-tested. Asking $4450. (905)571-5138 1998 SATURN SL1,5-spd stan- dard, 4-dr, air, pw, am/fm cassette, keyless, 117,000kms. Full transfer- able warranty (July/04). Certified, e -tested. New tires. $6650 obo. Days (905)728-7465, eveningst 905-723-5961. 2000 CAVALIER,black, 2 door, automatic, upgraded stereo & muf- fler, 50,000-km full GM warranty to 120,000km. (905)623-5920 2001 NEON,4 dr., auto, air, sun- roof, am-fm cassette 5 disc cd player, keyless entry, 3 new tires, hwy driven 91,000 kil. $8,800 or best offer. (905)743-9300 2002 BLACK SUNFIRE,GTX, au- tomatic, 2 yrs. left on lease, only 27,500 kil., $289 per. month. Call (416)760-8519 2002 HONDA CIVIC, 5 speed, 2 door, blue, take over lease, $290 a month. 905-372-8854 SALES LIMITED ● Bad Credit ● Even Bankrupt Credit ● But need a car? Phone Mel Today 905-576-1800 All applicants 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 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 RICK LANTEIGNE Cell: 416-817-9293 (905) 427-2828, (905) 839-6666 Interest rates vary from 0% to 29.9% NEED SPECIAL FINANCING? Call Luc or Dennis •Bankruptcy •Ne w Immigrant •Refugee •No credit •Good Credit Everybody's approved Down payment maybe required DRIVE TODAY a new 2003 or used 95 or newer vehicle Call 24 hr. Credit Hot line (905) 706-7296 Rates may vary depending on credit history NEED SPECIAL FINANCING? DRIVE TODAYA NEW 2003 OR USED 95 OR NEWER VEHICLE CALL 24 HR. CREDIT HOTLINE 1-800-296-7107 (905) 683-5358 CALL BRIDGETTE BANKRUPTCY NEW IMMIGRANT REFUGEE NO CREDIT GOOD CREDIT WE FINANCE EVERYONE First time buyers, bankrupt, bad credit, no credit. You work? You drive? Lots of choices. Down or Tr ade may be required. SPECIAL FINANCE DEPARTMENT SHERIDAN CHEV 905-706-8498 JOHNNY JUNKER. Tops all for good cars and trucks or free re- moval for scrap. Speedy service. (905)655-4609 1984 Chev 1/2 Ton, good breaks, exhaust, tires, cap. Runs great, E- tested, body rough, $1800 OBO as is. (905)404-1662 1993 DODGE CARAVAN, 6 cyl, 193 klms., good condition, $2200, certified, call (905)436-9713 1996 PONTIAC TRANSPORT, 96, kms., air, power windows, keyless entry, 2 new tires. $6900. call ( 905)438-0144. 1998 PONTIAC Montana, loaded, excellent condition, traction con- trol, new tires, 149,000km, $8,900 o.b.o.(416)432-7517 1989 YAMAHA WARRIOR 350. Rebuilt motor, new chain and sprocket. $2500. 905-424-3603. BOAT/TRAILER STORAGE (in- side). Uxbridge area. Seasonal rates. Call Bill 1-888-810-5556 or 905-852-6513. DRYWALL MUDDING TAPING FRAMING Call Jim (905)426-2971 All Work Guaranteed George's HANDY MAN SERVICE Decks, Fences, Doors, Kitchens, Bathrooms, Drywall, Ceramic Tiles & General Repairs. 905-837-0702 Cell 416-835-3689 As seen on CTV News! HOMEPRO RENOVATION Licensed and Insured High quality Windows and Doors at reasonable Prices Call you Windows and Doors Experts at 905-837-7576 416-895-1764 TREE CUTTING & TRIMMING 25 yrs. exp. Fully insured Free estimates 905-433-7140 SIMPCO IMPROVEMENTS Specializing in a variety of home improvements and maintenance services (905) 426-9383 or (905) 442-3742 HANDYMAN SERVICE Fall Cleanup, Garbage Removal, Brick Work, Concrete repairs, Eavestrough cleaning. Painting. 905-431-7762 905-655-5085 ALL PRO PAINTING AND WALLPAPERING Repair & Stucco ceilings Decorative finishes & General repairs 20% off for seniors (905)404-9669 PAINTING & PAPERHANGING ✦Reasonable Rates ✦ ✦Interior & Exterior ✦ Serving Oshawa & surrounding areas for 30 years ☎ 905-725-9884 ☎ TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workmanship Fast, clean, reliable service (905)428-0081 ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ McGee Moving The Mover You C an Trust Commercial & Residential Large or small move Hourly or Flat rate Packing material available Seniors discount 905-666-9678 905-426-0202 FREE ESTIMATES MOUNTAIN MOVING SYSTEMS We will move anything, any- where, anytime. Commer- cial or residential . Packag- ing, storage and boxes available. Senior and mid month discounts. Free esti- mates. (905) 571-0755 THE HONEST MOVER Professional Service Licensed - Insured Local - Long Distance Small - Large Moves Rubbish Removal (905) 665-0448 (905) 666-4868 CUT & TRIM LAWN MAINTENANCE Grass Cutting Fall Cleanups since 1989 905-420-5445 We Plow Parking Lots Plowing and Removal Seasonal contracts required 24 hour call Ajax/Pickering area (905)427-6282 FRIENDS and lovers dating ser- vice! Now with chat line! Durham's Own! Sometimes love is just not enough. Listen to the voice ads free. Women free to meet men. (905) 683-1110 IMPRESSIONS Support a student by seeing one of our college girls. Several young, slender & barely legal models. 24 hrs. - 7 days Hiring - highest Pay!!! Call Tina or Dave 905-922-2541 www.impressionsagency.com PICKERING ANGLES ✰ ✰ ✰ ✰ ✰ Relaxing Massage VIP Rooms and Jacuzzi 905 Dillingham Rd. Unit # 3 (905)420-0320 FALL and Christmas CRAFT show, Saturday November 22nd, 10am-4pm, admission $1.00 - Dur- ham College, Gym. Simcoe St. N, Oshawa, use Conlin Rd. Entrance. A/P PAGE 26 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, November 09, 2003 www.durhamregion.com CYNTHIA’S MAID SERVICE •Weekly - Biweekly •Occasional Cleans •Spring Cleans •Steam Cleaning INSURED & BONDED Wstimates & ‘Smiles’ are free! •Ph: 905-571-4886 •Fax: 905-571-3329 •Pager: 416-330-3698 FAREWELL, Marian Isabel -Peacefully on Friday, November 7th, 2003 at Lakeridge Health - Oshawa, in her 64th year. Beloved wife of Sam. Loving moth- er of Shane and his wife Cathy, Valerie and her husband George, Deanna and her husband Bruce, Samantha and her Fiancé Richard. Dear Grand- mother of nine Grandchildren Sarah, Leigh, Holly, Virginia, Aaron, Danielle, Conner, Deanndra and Jeffery. Sister of Karen and her husband Steven and brother Randy and his wife Donna. Friends may call at OSHAWA FUNERAL SERVICE "Thornton Chapel" 847 King St. West (905-721-1234) for visi- tation on Sunday, November 9th, 2003 from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Monday, November 10th at 1:00 P.M. Crema- tion, Mt. Lawn Crematorium. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Hospital for Sick Children would be appreciated. 19 HARWOOD AVE. AJAX (North of 401) 905-683-5358 CHRYSLER • DODGE • JEEP “THINKING LIKE A CUSTOMER” 401 SERVICE HOURS: MON. - THURS. 7-MIDNIGHT FRI. 7-6, SATURDAY 8-4 OSHAWA ILLAGE CHRYSLER HWY. #401 VILLAGE PLYMOUTH CHRYSLER TORONTO HWY. #2 HARWOOD FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STAR FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STAR RIGHT HERE FIVE STARLAKERIDGEWESTNEYBROCK RD.FIVE STAR CHRYSLER UP TO $1,000 KINGSTON RD. ILLAGE CHRYSLER 1-800-296-7107 Some downpayment may be required. Interest rate varies from 0% - 24.95% Bad No Credit Slow Credit Collections Repossession Bankruptcy YO U’RE APPROVED! V • “Peace of Mind with DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc. backed warranty” • “Roadside Assistance” • “Quality Reconditioning” • “Nationwide Service” 2002 DAKOTA QUAD CAB 4X4 a month for 60 months with $1,895 down payment or equivalent trade. Plus $850 freight. THE BEST PROTECTION WE’VE EVER OFFERED ON ALL 2003 AND 2004 MODELS. 7 YEARS OR 115,000 KM POWERTRAIN WARRANTY. PLUS 24 HOUR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE. GM, FORD, HONDA AND TOYOTA DON’T MATCH IT. FU L LY T R ANSFERABLEFULLYTRANSFERABLE All previous ad specials expired. + Downpayment may vary with credit severity. Approval conditions may vary according to credit severity. Finance payments based on 48/60/72/84 mo. with $2,900 down or equivalent & trade at 7.9% int. Fin. eg:. $10,000 @ 7.9% = $141.60 mo. for 60 mo. COB $1,496 total obligation $11,496. OAC. Plus lic., taxes & admin. • Short term lease vehicles or daily rental buybacks. 0% financing or $6,000 Dealer Discount available on selected new vehicles. If dealer discount chosen, effective interest rate could range 0% to 10%. OAC. All prices plus licence, taxes and admin. +On selected new cars. †On selected new 2002 vehicles. † These are limited time offers which may not be combined with any other offer except Graduate. Rebate applies to retail deliveries on most new in-stock 2003 vehicles. ††Purchase/lease OAC Chrysler Financial Canada, 81,600 km annual allowance, 15¢ km on overage. ** Cash purchase price & lease price exclude freight, lic., insurance, taxes, registration & admin. * 0% purchase financing up to 72 months on 2003 Caravans. Example: $30,000 @ 0% APR/72 month term, monthly payment is $416.66 Cost of borrowing is $0. •Caravans, Grand Caravans, Durangos. See us for details. •$3,000 rebate applied. ††48 mo. lease, $3,000 down. 2004 DODGE RAM 1500 SLT REG CAB 4X2 $$33,90033,900 25G package, sport appearance group, trailer tow group, 5 spd. auto, anti spin differential, Hemi 5.7L Magnum V8 SMPI, leather wrapped steering wheel, tow hooks, box liner and much more. Stk. #T6574. 2004 DODGE RAM 1500 SLT QUAD CAB 4X4 $$40,97540,975 25G package, 5 spd. auto, sport appearance group, trailer tow group, anti spin differential, 5.7L Magnum SMPI V8, leather wrapped steering wheel, box liner and much more. Stk. #T6503. 2004 DODGE RAM 1500 SLT QUAD CAB 4X4 $$38,50538,505 24G package, 40/20/40 split bench, sport appearance group, trailer tow group, 5 spd. auto, anti spin differential, 4.7L magnum V8, rear sliding window, power tr ailer tow mirrors, box liner. Stk. #T6632. 2003 DODGE DAKOTA SPORT QUAD CAB 4X4 $$37,09037,090 26C package, H/D service group, 5 spd. auto, anti spin differential, 4.7L Magnum V8, rear sliding window, pwr. heated fold away mirrors, leather steering wheel, sport/roll bars, box liner and more. Stk. #T6471. PURCHASE FINANCING FOR 60 MONTHS TIL NOV. 30 TH00%% 4.7L, auto, p.w., pdl., tire & handling grp., air, box liner, alum. wheels, AM/FM/CD & more. Only 45,700 km. Stk. #T5850B. $$82.3182.31Sale /84 mo. wk. 2002 DAKOTA QUAD CAB 4X4 3.9L V6, auto, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, air, keyless, shift-on-the-fly, tire handling grp., AM/FM/CD, alum. wheels & more. Only 45,600 km. Stk. V7693. $$82.3182.31Sale /84 mo. wk. 2001 DODGE RAM 1500 5.2L V8, auto, p.s., pdl., H/D service, anti spin axle, AM/FM cass., alum. wheels, tilt, cruise, & more. Only 23,000 km. Stk. #V7647. $$68.0468.04Sale /84 mo. wk. 2000 CHEV 1500 QUAD CAB V8, auto, p.s., p.b., chrome wheels, air, box liner, cloth seats & more. Only 119,800 km. Stk. #T6509A. $$60.5460.54Sale /72 mo. wk. 2000 DAKOTA CLUB CAB 3.9L V6, auto, p.s., p.b., air, sport plus grp., fog lamps, AM/FM cass. & more. Only 114,100 km. Stk. #V7706. $$56.5256.52Sale /72 mo. wk. 2000 DAKOTA QUAD CAB 4X4 3.9L V6, auto, sport plus grp., anti spin axle, slide rear window, air, AM/FM cass. & more. Only 97,700 km. Stk. #V7657. $$64.5664.56Sale /72 mo. wk. 2002 DAKOTA QUAD CAB 4X4 3.9L V6, auto, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, air, defroster, skid plate grp., anti spin axle, bed liner, AM/FM/CD, SLT decor., alum. wheels & more. Only 16,500 km. Stk. #P7452. $$88.3888.38Sale /84 mo. wk. 2002 DAKOTA QUAD CAB 4X4 4.7L V8, auto, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, air, leather seats, H/D service, defroster, overhead console, skid plates, elect. shift-on-the-fly, p.w., AM/FM/CD & more. Only 54,000 km. Stk. #P7491. $$84.4584.45Sale /84 mo. wk. 2001 RAM 1500 QUAD CAB 4X4 5.2L V8, auto, ABS, H/D service, anti spin axle, p.w., pdl., keyless, air, O.W.L. on/off road tires, chrome wheels & more. Only 42,000 km. Stk. #V7725. $$96.7196.71Sale /72 mo. wk. 2001 DAKOTA CLUB CAB 4X4 3.9L V6, SLT plus decor, anti spin axle, air, p.w., pdl., fog lamps, AM/FM cass., slide rear window & more. Only 74,100 km. Stk. #V7724. $$80.6380.63Sale /72 mo. wk. 2001 RAM 1500 PICKUP 5.2L V8, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, air, two tone paint, AM/FM cass. & more. Only 125,900 km. Stk. #T5974A. $$68.5868.58Sale /72 mo. wk. 2000 DAKOTA CLUB CAB 4X4 3.9L V6, auto, p.m., anti spin axle, air, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, sport plus grp., AM/FM cass. & more. Only 60,100 km. Stk. #P7186A. $$80.6380.63Sale /72 mo. wk. 1998 GMC 1500 SLT EXT. CAB 4X4 5.7L V8, auto, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, air, leather seats, p. seat, box liner, AM/FM cass. & more. Only 120,100 km. Stk. #V7669A. $$84.0484.04Sale /60 mo. wk. 1997 FORD 150 XLT CLUB CAB 4X4 4.6L V8, auto, air, p.w., pdl., tilt, cruise, tow hooks, tool caddy, box liner, AM/FM cass. & more. Only 161,500 km. Stk. #T6514A. $$60.7760.77Sale /60 mo. wk. 00 %% PURCHAS E FINANCIN G 00 %% PURCHAS E FINANCIN G 00 %% PURCHAS E FINANCIN G 00 %% PURCHAS E FINANCIN G FALLFALL SAVINGSSAVINGSSAVINGS TOP DOLLAR FOR YO U R TRADE! www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, November 09, 2003 PAGE 27 A/P NOVEMBER HARVEST SELECTIONS The perfect blend of expertise and convenience Gordon Stimmell “A t its simplest, we want to find wines that smell and taste terrific for our Wine Connection subscribers. Only the very best wines make it into the winners’ circle.” David Farnell “I’ve spent a number of years in Europe, tasting wine that is widely considered to be the world’s finest. I’ve been completely impressed by the quality of Ontario wine. These are world class wines.” Shari Darling "While hosting wine events all over Ontario, I’ve heard many people commenting on the quality and convenience of the Wine Connection service. I'm thrilled to be a part of a system offering this level of excellence." PREMIUM PACK •Kacaba 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve - An exceptional and elegant Bordeaux styled red. Black currant fruit with earthy, cedar overtones. Silver medal at the All Canadian Wine Championships. Score: Silver Medal, Price: $22. •Legends Estate 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve - Ripe black plum and violet aromas. This rich, round heavy- weight has a touch of spice and a very long finish. Score: 89+, Price: $19.95. •Southbrook 1999 Triomphe Chardonnay - A powerful nose of ginger and lemony spice. Mellow, round and fruity on the palate with distinct butterscotch and vanilla bean flavours. Nice heft, good richness, lots of depth. Score: 90, Price $19.95. •Creekside 2000 Signature Chardonnay - Lovely wine with buttery, toasty hazelnuts, vanilla, peach and pear. Good structure and weight. Graceful long finish. Score: 89, Price: $20. Case of 4 as shown, also available as all red or all white, or mix your own case see website for details.BOTTLES SOLD!ORDER NOW! LIMITED QUANTITIES.OVER110,000Delivered from our door to your home or office. Delivered from our door to your home or office. DISCOVERY PACK •Château des Charmes 2001 Riesling - Crisp and refreshing with a lovely floral nose and a bit of tartness that keeps it fresh and lively. It’s a perfect pre-dinner sipping wine. An exceptional value. Score: 88, Price: $9.95. •Lakeview 2001 Pinot Blanc – This wine is all about balance. Its moderate acidity and body make this wine a fantastic match for most foods. It is mellow and melds particularly well with seafood. Score: 88, Price: $10.95. •Château des Charmes 2002 Chardonnay Musqué - A sensory experience unto itself. It is a wonderfully hedonistic wine with a rich, luscious texture and aromas of mango, papaya, and pineapple. Score: 89, Price: $13.95. •Marynissen 2001 Gamay Noir - Loads of fruit in this wine: black cherry and raspberry. Aromas of lilac and rose, ample body and great soft structure. Subtly reminiscent of Chianti. Score: 88, Price $11.95. •Harbour Estates 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon - Highly Recommended! Very smooth with exceptional fruit and loads of charm. Score: 88, Price: $12.95. •Thomas and Vaughan 2001 Baco Noir Reserve - Big and intense. Succulent black cherry, vanilla bean, and a hint of mocha. This wine will forge a reputation for Baco Noir! Lovely stuff. Score: 90, Price: $14.95. Case of 6 as shown, also available as all red or all white, or mix your own 6 pack see website for details. $74 70$74 70 HOUSE SELECTIONS •Château des Charmes 2000 Chardonnay/Pinot Gris - The Chardonnay shows its signature butterscotch, the Pinot Gris adds lovely hints of melon. Score 85. Price $9.95. •Château des Charmes 2000 Cabernet - a rich bouquet of blackcurrant, cherries and cinnamon. Score 85. Price $9.95. Case of 4 as shown, also available as all red or all white, or mix your own case see website for details. BONUS: •Palatine Hills Vidal Icewine 200ml - The “Wine of the Year” at the Ontario Wine Awards! A decadent dessert wine, billowing ripe summer peach and nectarine aromas. Rich and luxurious, it lingers forever on your palate. Score: 90, Price: $19.95 ORDER NOW OR P E R S O N ALGIFT!MAKESAGRE ATC O R PORATE Drink responsiblyPLEASE www.MetrolandWineConnection.com or call 1-86 6-216-1225 Between 8am and 8pm While quantities last. Offer ends Thursday, November 13. Delivered direct to your home or office for a charge of $6.95 for the first case. ($9.95 to Northern Ontario). Only $1.95 each additional case. Bottles NOT sold separately. A/P PAGE 28 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, November 09, 2003 www.durhamregion.com