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Home My WebLink AboutNA2001_01_24WHERE TO FIND IT Editorial Page/6 Entertainment/10 Sports/11 Classified/13 GIVE US A CALL General/683-5110 Distribution/683-5117 General FAX/683-7363 Death Notices/683-3005 Sincerely Yours 1-800-662-8423 Web site:durhamnews.net Email:steve.houston @durhamnews.net AtAGlance United Way wraps up annual campaign with Vegas-style gala PICKERING - Community members are invited to help the United Way of Ajax Pickering celebrate the end of its 2000 campaign at a Viva Las Vegas evening in Pickering Feb. 3. The event at the Pickering Recreation Complex is designed to honour the efforts of local companies and volunteers who contributed to the campaign. The total raised in the 2000 campaign will be announced at the dinner. The goal was $1.35 million. “Guests will enjoy an evening of fabulous food, spirit- ed dancing and Las Vegas-style entertainment,” states a news release. Doors open at 6 p.m. with dinner at 6:30 p.m. and the pre- sentation of the campaign awards at 7:30 p.m. Dancing and entertainment begin at 9:00 p.m. Music will be provided by Two for the Show. Tickets for the event are $50 per person. The Pickering Recreation Complex is located at 1867 Val- ley Farm Rd. For more information, call the United Way at 686-0606. Traffic stop leads to marijuana charges for Pickering man Police seized 486 grams of marijuana and arrested a Pick- ering man after officers stopped a vehicle with no licence plates in south Oshawa. Officers allegedly detected an odour of burnt narcotic when they approached the vehicle at Wentworth and Oxford streets at 9:20 p.m. Saturday. Upon investigation they seized numerous packages of marijuana, which combined added up to a total street value of about $8,000, police said. 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The two had a telephone conversation when the board was in the midst of a contro- versy over the use of Harry Potter books in classrooms. The board heard complaints from parents about witchcraft in the children’s books, which in turn offended Wiccans. Trustee Shetler has consis- tently refused to discuss the matter and would not comment after the board meeting. However, Mr. Gillette said the Oshawa representative dis- paraged the Wiccan Church when she stated that, as a trustee, she did not represent its members. “If my remarks made as an individual trustee during that telephone conversation were considered offensive, I apolo- gize,” Trustee Shetler said in a prepared statement. “I intended no harm. I am aware that the Wiccan Church of Canada is a recognized faith group. I wish to state to Mr. Gillette and the public that as an elected trustee, I do and will represent all constituents.” During public question peri- SUSAN SHETLER ‘I apologize.’ DEVYN GILLETTE ‘Firm religious beliefs.’ Pickering homeowners on tax hook Effects of provincial legislation on residential ratepayers feared by City SUSAN O’NEILL Staff Writer PICKERING —Although there are a lot of unknowns as the City begins to work on its 2001 budget, Pickering politi- cians say one thing is certain — the Province’s new taxation policies are going to have an “adverse impact” on residential taxpayers. “The only guarantee we have is residential taxpayers are going to be hit harder...this is not good news for municipali- ties,”Ward 2 Regional Council- lor Mark Holland said Monday of the Province’s Continued Protection for Property Taxpay- ers Act, 2000. The legislation, known as Bill 140, aims to maintain the tax protection provided to the industrial, commercial and multi-residential tax classes that was originally introduced in 1998 under Bill 79. Under the new program, tax increases resulting from re- assessment will be capped at five per cent of the preceding year’s taxes — for 2001 and be- yond — for those classes. The legislation also sets guidelines regarding municipal levy increases that could mean municipalities won’t be able to pass along any tax increases to the capped classes. And, that means residential taxpayers may have to bear the brunt of any tax hike. “I have a great deal of con- cern with this legislation,” Coun. Holland said, adding “residential taxpayers, in the future, are going to be carrying a larger load in taxes...this is going to have a very adverse impact on residential taxpay- ers.” According to a report from City Treasurer Gil Paterson, “It appears, from the preliminary information we have received regarding Bill 140, that the res- idential property tax class will experience the largest changes in property taxes.” And, when asked by Coun. Holland if the legislation will result in a disproportionate bur- den being placed on residential taxpayers, Mr. Paterson said, CELIA BRONKHORST/ News Advertiser Nothing but blue sky... Pickering resident Anna Leksinska takes to the air off a jump at Dagmar Resort in Uxbridge. The snowboard enthusiast joined others in a fine day of winter fun. Hells Angels shows its colours Durham police worry about increased criminal activity BY STEPHEN SHAW Staff Writer A week after the rebirth of Satan’s Choice members as Hells Angels, the impact of the world’s largest, most notorious outlaw biker gang has reverber- ated in Durham Region like the thunderous roar of a Harley Davidson. Their new colours on display, a group of freshly-inducted members of the Hells Angels Oshawa chapter, who switched allegiances at a mass ‘patch- over’ ceremony in Quebec this month, marched into a local pool and dance hall. The bikers had a couple of dancers from the local strip clubs hanging off their arms. The unwanted visitors, ac- cording to police reports, were observed schmoozing with indi- viduals identified by police as “known” drug traffickers. When a second visit followed the next week, nervous staff members contacted police, and more than a dozen tactical offi- cers quickly arrived. “They were told they weren’t welcome and left,” said Durham Regional Police Sergeant Jim Grimley, adding heavily-armed officers provided the bikers with a personal “escort” from the premises and no charged were laid. A third visit followed the third week, with police again asked to usher a handful of Hells Angels members and “associ- ates” from the establishment. “They’ve certainly been mak- ing their presence known around town,” Sgt. Grimley said. Indeed, since the Choice’s 35-year biker reign in Oshawa Satan’s Choice founder Bernie Guindon says the Hells Angels simply don’t want to war with other biker clubs in Ontario. See TRUSTEE page 2 See HOMEOWNERS page 2 PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER PICKERING’S COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER SINCE 1965 PRESSRUN 45,600 42 PAGES WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 24, 2001 OPTIONAL 4 WEEK DELIVERY $5/ $1 NEWSSTAND Panthers tie one, win one Sports, page 11 Made in Canada Wheels Pullout See BIKERS page 4 Action urged on highway extension Anderson wants movement on next leg of 407 BY SUSAN O’NEILL Staff Writer With the extension of Hwy. 407 into Pickering slated for completion this fall, Durham Regional chairman Roger An- derson is now urging the Province to start the environ- mental assessment (EA) on the next section of the toll road. And, in a recent speech to the Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade, Mr. Anderson reported the Province has indicated the EA on the extension of the highway through Durham to Hwy. 35/115 east of Oshawa will be announced by the end of the month. “I promised the govern- ment I wouldn’t say anything derogatory (about the Province) until after Jan. 30,” he joked, noting it’s expected the EA will be announced by that date. And, if it hasn’t been, then local MPPs will be hearing from him, he warned. But, Ministry of Trans- portation spokesman Bob Nichols reports the province hasn’t set a date yet. ROGER ANDERSON See DURHAM page 5 od, Mr. Gillette thanked Trustee Shetler for her remarks on behalf of the Wiccan Church of Canada, himself and his family. He pointed out that Durham Region is compromised of people from vari- ous faith groups, including the Wic- cans. “The Durham Region is not the petty fiefdom of a select group of theocrats,” said Mr. Gillette. He questioned the validity of the board’s ethnocultural policy, describ- ing it as “ambiguous” if individual trustees could make comments con- trary to board policies, which stress fairness. Oshawa Wiccan Laura Galati, a former Sinclair Secondary School stu- dent, also spoke during question peri- od, claiming she was harassed daily at the school because of her choice of re- ligion. In an interview Ms. Galati said a friend of hers, a fellow Wiccan and Sinclair student, was beaten up be- cause of his beliefs and she herself was kicked and tripped by other stu- dents. “A lot of them were pretty popular people in the school, so one does it and the rest follow,” she said. Complaints made to the school and board administration were ignored, said Ms. Galati, 19, and Wiccan stu- dents were prevented from forming a Wiccan fellowship group at the school. Responding to Ms. Galati during question period, education director Grant Yeo said the board has “a num- ber of programs in various schools to create that wider understanding” of re- spect for others. Ms. Galati maintained Sinclair ad- ministration and the board did nothing when complaints were made. “We are a public school system made up of people from many beliefs,” responded Mr. Yeo. P PAGE 2 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, January 24, 2001 Trustee apology acknowledged GRANT YEO TRUSTEE from page 1 Homeowners in Pickering likely face tax hikes “basically, yes.” “We don’t want to unduly scare people,” said Ward 1 local Councillor Dave Ryan. “Having said that, any po- tential tax increases will fall on the pri- vate home owner as opposed to busi- nesses.” Meanwhile, Mr. Paterson also re- ported Bill 140 will enable municipal- ities to provide relief to taxpayers who are facing economic hardship. But, he told the executive commit- tee Monday very few details about that aspect of the legislation are available at this time. Mr. Paterson reports municipalities will be responsible for determining the amount of relief and the eligibility cri- teria. “At first glance this program ap- pears to be one that could benefit the local taxpayers and can be viewed as a social assistance program,” he stated in a written report. “However, from an administration perspective, this pro- gram could turn out to be a Pandora’s box.” Mr. Paterson also noted the legisla- tion will cause delays in the City’s budget timing, which means Pickering may not approve its 2001 budget until late May or early June. GIL PATERSON Program could become a Pandora’s box. HOMEOWNERS from page 1 Benefit aids Pickering girl PICKERING ––Community members are invited to attend an up- coming fund-raiser to help a young Pickering girl fight a crippling dis- ease. The Second Annual Benefit and Silent Auction to help Tori’s Buddies fight Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) is slated to take place in Markham March 31. Proceeds from the event will go to- ward Tori’s Buddies, the local chapter of a non-profit organization founded by Pickering residents Tracy and Shawn Lacey whose daughter Tori suffers from SMA, a neuromuscular disorder that destroys the body’s motor neurons — the nerves which control muscles — in children’s spinal cords. Mrs. Lacey reports with the com- munity’s help last year “not only were we successful in increasing awareness of SMA, but we were able to surpass our (year 2000) fund-raising goal by allocating more than $31,000 directly to research.” The rare disease, which leaves its victims in a constant state of weak- ness, affects approximately 19,000 children across North America and is the number-one inherited cause of death in children under the age of two. For more information about Tori’s Buddies visit the Web site at www.torisbuddies.com. For details regarding the upcoming fund-raiser at the Crystal Fountain Banquet Hall in Markham, call 509- 7904. Voted #1 Pub Readers Choice Winner Sunday, January 28, 2001 Spring 2001 TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE At the Following Locations: • Galbraith Jewellers, Ajax • Tuxedo Royale, Pickering • Pickering Photo, Pickering • Sherwood Bridal, Ajax • The Bay, Gift Registry, Pickering • Sears, Cosmetics, Pickering • Sears Travel, Pickering • Kings & Queens VIP Salons, Ajax • News Advertiser, Ajax Sponsors: • Spectacular Fashion Show • Refreshments • Over 30 displays • Prizes • Live Entertainment For booth information Call 683-5110 Chris Rausch Pickering Town Centre Grand Prize Trip Courtesy of: SunquestSunquest 1876 Valley Farm Rd., Pickering Recreation Complex BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer When he was three months old, Justin Schulte got a cold that turned into something much worse. At one point the Brooklin boy stopped breath- ing and his mom, Wendy, called 911 for help. It was the start of two years of “hell” for Ms. Schulte as she tried to find out what was wrong with her son. Some doctors said it was a cold; oth- ers said it was a sleeping dis- order. Justin was so congested he couldn’t hear or breathe properly, and for a time he slept in his car seat to breathe more easily. To this day, Ms. Schulte doesn’t know what was wrong with her son. Justin got better, but the illness had left its mark, apparent when he at- tended kindergarten at Mead- owcrest Public School. He had difficulty with language skills. “Justin back then had a re- ally hard time getting a sen- tence out,” notes Ms. Schulte. “Even at that age, he knew that it took too much time, so he shut down a bit. If we had kept him at Meadowcrest, we would have seen a lot of frus- tration, a lot of behavioural problems. He would have been the kid sitting at the back of the class who won’t put his hand up.” She made the difficult deci- sion to take Justin out of his home school, where he had an older brother and friends, and enrol him at Col. J.E. Farewell Public School. For three years Justin was in a self-contained speech and language class with 11 other students for half the day, where he could re- ceive the one-on-one help he needed to learn. “It gave him time,” says Ms. Schulte. “That’s the most important thing. These kids need time and you don’t get that in a full class.” Justin is a special education success story. This year he went back to his home school, entering the regular stream of students in Grade 4. “It was scary the first day, wasn’t it Just?” Wendy asks her son. “It was pretty easy, that was the good part of it,” Justin replies. “I knew everybody there already, from kinder- garten.” Asked how he is doing han- dling the homework, Justin displays an easy smile and shrugs a nonchalant, “fine.” The provincial dollars he received would likely not be available for Justin today. The Province now provides special education funding in a layered approach. It begins with the Foundation and Spe- cial Education Per Pupil Amount (SEPPA) grants, re- ceived by every Ontario stu- dent. Then there is Intensive Support Amount funding, in- tended solely for special edu- cation students who require costly, specialized equipment, programs and classroom sup- ports. In 1999, the Province changed the criteria for Inten- sive Support Amount funding. Students now must pass an eli- gibility checklist, which in- cludes matching one of 10 pro- files, which identify them as, for example, hard of hearing, learning disabled or with a be- havioural problem. How much ISA funding a board receives is determined after ministry officials audits the board’s ISA claims and a validation rate is determined. For Justin Schulte and many other students, it’s no longer enough that they have a learning disability. They must match each behavioural char- acteristic in a profile. In the case of a learning disability, to qualify for funding students must have either a hyperactive or attention deficit disorder. “You’ve got this group of kids who don’t fall into a cate- gory,” says Ms. Schulte. Last spring, Bev Freedman, superintendent of programs at the Durham District School Board, called the ministry’s prerequisites “ludicrous.” “Somewhere I would say between 50 to 60 per cent of what I would call high-needs kids will not match the min- istry profiles,” she said at the time. The Durham District School Board, in the 1999 and 2000 school years, subsidized the special education money it received from the province by $9.6 million. But, 1999 saw the begin- ning of a two-year transforma- tion in the way the public board delivers special educa- tion. Many would call the changes “cuts”. In 1999, citing fiscal con- straints and the new special education funding model, the board replaced 250 academic resource and learning strate- gies teachers with roughly half as many special education re- source teachers. The following year, the number of learning strategies, behaviour, primary diagnostic and language classes, were cut from 119 to 62. “Everybody is frustrated with the funding model, espe- cially parents of (developmen- tally delayed) kids in the asso- ciate classes,” says Laurie Beaton, chairman of the board’s Special Education Ad- visory Committee. Historically, she explains, the board has offered a broad spectrum of placements for special education students, in- cluding self-contained classes. However, the “very restrictive” criteria for ISA funding hit the board hard. Ms. Beaton says it doesn’t recognize the uniqueness of special education in Durham, a high-growth and a high-spe- cial-needs board. “The ministry isn’t recog- nizing that we’re a magnet board,” she says. “We’re get- ting the high-needs, high-costs kids and we’re not getting the money to fund these kids.” Education Minister Janet Ecker has heard the com- plaints about the special edu- cation funding model. “One of the concerns I have is that I have increased special education funding in this one year alone 12 per cent and par- ents are saying they’re not see- ing an increase in services,” she said in an interview late last year. “The boards are cashing the cheques, so the money is out there.” Ms. Ecker said the Province is “working with boards and special-needs groups to set standards for what a special- needs kid should be getting.” Jutta Genova is one of two Durham advocates for the Learning Disabilities Associa- tion of Ontario and the local chapter’s past-president. Among her duties, the Ajax resident helps parents learn more about their child’s dis- ability and provides back- ground information regarding provincial legislation when they need to access services. “The whole funding situa- tion, even for myself, it is very difficult to know who to be- lieve,” she says. The reality for special needs kids in Durham is a lot clearer. “There is certainly a lot less service,” says Ms. Genova. Students once had easier access to programming in which they would spend half the school day in a regular class and half in a self-con- tained class. Or a child in the regular stream would, for a time, go into a smaller group for help with reading. Ms. Genova says, “A lot of that is gone.” “We really are missing the self-contained classes,” she says. “For a lot of children, two years in a self-contained classroom makes a lot of dif- ference.” The ISA process is very com- plex and a source of confusion for parents and school board officials. “The different ISA (pro- files), they’re just too rigid,” says Ms. Geneva. “They’re very, very rigid. And the min- istry seems to have made them more rigid every year.” She says parents complain that they have to present their child as being “as unable as possible” to get funding. To provide the services needed for students, she says boards drain money off SEPPA, but that means students with less severe needs must do with less. “ISA funding was, I think, never meant to occupy a huge chunk of special education funding, and now I think its importance is very high,” says Ms. Geneva. While Ms. Ecker says she is looking at how special educa- tion is funded, Ms. Genova notes there has never been any indication that a fundamental change in the model is in the forecast. “I don’t think the Province is sort of budging on the ISA,” she says. “Basically, they made it clear it’s not going to change.” NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, January 24, 2001 PAGE 3 A/P 705 Kingston Rd. (Hwy 2 & Whites Rd.) 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In all, provincial police say 168 members of Ontario outlaw gangs in- cluding the Para-dice Riders, Lobos and Last Chance clubs received full-fledged Hells membership at the initiation cere- mony. The conversions give the Hells 10 Ontario chapters –– its first in the province –– including one in Oshawa, the founding city of the Choice. The Hells expansion into Ontario was believed to have been triggered by the entry of the Texas-based Bandidos, who recently formed an alliance with the Rock Machine, which now has three chapters in Ontario. The Rock is the Hells’ chief rival in Quebec, where the two factions have waged a bloody war over the drug trade that has left 160 dead and 300 wounded the last five years. In an exclusive interview, Satan’s Choice founder and former president Bernie Guindon predicted a peaceful co-existence of biker clubs in Ontario and tried to quell public fears, saying the Hells don’t want war in Ontario. “You can tell everybody to put their minds at rest, we’re not going to have any problems, and we don’t expect any problems,” said Mr. Guindon. “I honestly don’t think there is any- thing to worry about here. Each province is different. This isn’t Que- bec.” In the rare interview, Mr. Guindon confirmed his coming out of “retire- ment” (he claimed to have quit the out- law biker biz in 1996, to much scepti- cism by police), and his current status as a full-fledged Hells Angel. “I just felt like coming back, due to all of the things that were happening. I’m 58-years-old. I’ve been involved in motorcycle clubs for 40 years, it’s my life. What the hell else do I do after 40 years of biking, I could be dead next week...” said Mr. Guindon, who also was the founder of the Ontario Confed- eration of Clubs in the 1990s to help unite bikers across the province. While it wasn’t exactly a shotgun marriage, police say the Ontario clubs were faced with a tough decision: Join the Hells Angels or face a shortened lifespan. Mr. Guindon said the Choice had long been “friends” with the Hells and he has “no regrets” about folding the club he founded in Oshawa in the mid- 1960s. It was strictly a business decision, said the former Motor City resident who now calls Orono home. “We have to progress. Everybody’s got to move ahead, there’s no sense in going backwards. That’s the way life is, big companies merge all the time. We feel it’s time to spread our wings and try to get along with everyone,” said the grey-haired Mr. Guindon, viewed as a local legend in the outlaw biker under- world and the godfather of an organized crime ring in police circles. In a 1996 in- terview, the for- mer General Mo- tors worker, born in Quebec, ironi- cally acknowl- edged he’s “no angel,” having served hard prison time, roughly 14 years in all, for various drug and assault offences during the 1970s and 1980s. “We had a good time while we were here, and we’re still here, we just got a dif- ferent patch. I talked to some of the older guys in the HAs, they weren’t seeking me out... The powers that be asked my opinion (on the merger) and I said, “yeah, let’s go.’ What’s the sense in stay- ing where we are? The guys aren’t getting any more respect (as Choice members),” he said. Police suspect Mr. Guindon, a respected elder statesman in the biker culture, was brought in by the Hells to guide the transition in the Durham area, possibly as a member of the Hells elite travel- ling Nomads chapter. Mr. Guindon, who says he works full-time installing duct, said he is neither a Nomad nor president of the Oshawa chapter, as also rumoured. He said his new role with the Hells, for now, is to “oversee” the merger in Durham. “Right now I’m just keeping my nose in things, sitting and watching and looking around, making sure guys go the right way and do the right thing... Just trying to keep the peace,” he ex- plained. Mr. Guindon said he was not at liber- ty to discuss details of the Hells expan- sion, saying, “That’s for the powers- that-be.” The Hells Angels chapter in Oshawa is currently comprised of less than a dozen members and several probation- ary or prospective members, police say. “Just because we’ve changed colours doesn’t mean we’ve changed our ways,” said Mr. Guindon. He insisted Choice members kept a low-profile over it’s 35 years and, “We hope to keep it that way and even mellower.” Mr. Guindon said the local Hells run their own show. “We’re going to call our own shots, sure we’re dictated by certain things, but other than that we’ll do our own thing like we always have and keep things above board.” Police, however, have a different take. What were previously local, small- town hoodlums, by way of a “corporate take-over,” are now backed by a highly sophisticated, internationally connected band of criminals with a corporate-style structure and deep pockets for legal de- fence, police say. “The Satan’s Choice has been in Os- hawa for a considerable period and was entrenched in the community. We know they are involved in criminal activity. Now they are members of the Hells An- gels, which have 2,000 members world- wide and an international network (of criminal contacts),” says Staff Sergeant Don Bell, a member of the Provincial Special Squad, a task force set up sever- al years ago to combat outlaw bikers in Ontario. “Now with the Hells, they are going to change the way they do business and take advantage of their economy of scales and great criminal resources... You put on the HA colours and you im- mediately have that intimidating pres- ence. I expect (the new members) are all proud of their new affiliation and strut- ting around showing off their colours,” said Staff Sgt. Bell. According to police, the Choice was actively involved in auto-theft, credit- card fraud, prostitution, extortion and drug and firearms trafficking. With the Hells Angels now in charge, police expect little to change, other than the scale and style of criminality. If his- tory is any indicator, police suggest, the limited role the Choice played in the drug trade in Durham will expand sub- stantially under the Hells rule. Ultimately, it may mean a new hierarchy for local dealers and suppliers. “Based on past experiences, you ei- ther work for (the Hells) or you work against them and if you’re working against them your future isn’t positive,” said Sergeant Jack Dancey, head of the Durham Regional Police drug squad. “Anyone making fairly substantial money in the region, I would think would have to answer to them. If you don’t have permission then you don’t sell in their area. And I don’t think there will be too much resistance, with people running their own business. They have a history of taking control of the trade,” said the veteran officer, suggesting the possibility of a Hells monopoly over Durham’s drug trade in the not- so-distant future. Typically, that means a market flood- ed with cheaper drugs, he said. “With their contacts, there is definitely an in- creased possibility of a higher volume of drugs flowing into the region, and re- duced prices,” he said. Police say the former Choice club- house on Ortono Road, near Bloor Street and Wilson Road, is in the midst of being converted to a Hells bunker. The old Choice devils’ head logo was taken down days after the patch-over. With the Greater Toronto area having the largest number of Hells members, police are also preparing for the possi- bility of a mass rally for the 181 Hells chapters worldwide at the Para-dice Riders summer retreat at Caesarea, on Scugog Island. A/P PAGE 4 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, January 24, 2001 SUPER WAREHOUSE SHOWROOMSUPER WAREHOUSE SHOWROOM 1020 Brock Rd. S.Pickering, Units1-4 905-831-9846 HOURS: MONDAY, TUESDAY & FRIDAY 10-6, WEDNESDAY TO THURSDAY10-9, SATURDAY 10-5, SUNDAY 11-4 15th Annual January Clearance Sale LARGE 5 DRAWER CHESTS $435. .•LINGERIE CHESTS $435. •TRIPLE DRESSERS $695. ON SELECTED FLOOR MODELSON SELECTED FLOOR MODELS HWY 401 Plummer Brock Rd.Bayly St. 1020 Brock Rd.S. We Are Here 1020 Brock Rd.S. 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The contest is open to all Ontario residents 19 years of age or older who are daily smokers. “It’s not easy to quit smoking,” says Jennifer Burgess, a public health nurse with the Durham Region Health Department. “It helps if you’re mentally prepared and you have supports in place when the going gets tough.” The contest is designed to help people prepare to quit smoking by March 1. That cut-off date gives par- ticipants approximately six weeks to work through the stages that lead to successful quitting, including lining up a non-smoking buddy for support and learning about local resources to help them in their efforts, she ex- plains. According to Ms. Burgess, smok- ers who want to quit should begin by thinking about why they smoke, why they want to quit, and how they’ll cope with the urges and pressures to smoke after they’ve quit. “The ways of quitting are as varied as the people who smoke,” she says. “We know that smokers go through five stages of being smoke-free — having no thought of quitting, think- ing about quitting, getting ready to quit, quitting and becoming and re- maining smoke-free. The goal of the contest is to provide incentives to help smokers move to the quitting stage and then give them supports to help them quit.” Contest participants are required to quit smoking by March 1 and must remain smoke-free for at least the en- tire month of March to qualify for the prize draws. Participants are also required to enlist the help of a non-smoking buddy who will give them support during the period. All buddies must be 19 years of age or older. They are also eligible to win prizes, which include a Caribbean cruise for two, one of seven RCA DVD players and a set of his and her watches. According to a recent survey con- ducted by the local health depart- ment, 29 per cent of Durham Region adults aged 18 years and older are current smokers. The department also notes smok- ing and exposure to second-hand smoke are both leading preventable causes of death and disease account- ing for 17 per cent of all deaths and seven per cent of hospitalizations in Canada. For more information or for an entry form, call the Durham Region Health Department at 723-8521 or 1- 800-841-2729 ext. 2125. Entry forms are also available online at www.sim- coehealth.org. Contest entries must be received by Feb. 28. “I don’t have any date for the tim- ing of the initiation of that EA study for the 407 east completion,” he said Tuesday. “The timing has not been deter- mined yet...certainly when that timing has been determined you can expect to hear from the government with some type of an announcement, but I don’t have any date for you today.” Mr. Anderson lobbied the federal government last March urging the De- partment of Fisheries and Oceans, which was conducting a screening level environmental assessment with regard to the extension of the highway to Brock Road, to support the easterly extension. He said then, and continues to argue, that the road is imperative for the economic health of area munici- palities. “Without the 407 anything else that happens in Durham is going to be a problem,” Mr. Anderson maintains, noting “the extension of the 407 to Hwy. 7 just east of Brock Road finally got under way (in 2000) and should be opened no later than the fall of 2001.” The Regional chairman told a group of business leaders gathered at Pickering’s Regalis Restaurant Jan. 16, that the extension of Hwy. 407 through Durham is a priority for the region. “Durham Region is just hitting its stride. Growth is strong today and we have major opportunities to advance over the next few years,” he said, adding, “We have to keep up the mo- mentum with a sustained local effort and pressure on provincial and federal representatives to support and fund these projects.” In an interview Mr. Anderson said he’s anxious for the EA to get under way on the extension of the highway. “Without that we’ll miss out on an opportunity,” he said, noting the EA would likely take about a year to com- plete while the project itself could take another two to three years if a new ten- der needs to go out. “We want the 407 to carry on...it’s important to us, very important,” he added. NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, January 24, 2001 PAGE 5 P DURHAM from page 1 Durham chairman lobbies for environmental assessment Quit smoking in March, be eligible for prizes Durham health department backs contest encouraging people to live smoke-free Recycle! Ecstasy blamed in overdose of two area men Ajax pair taken to hospital during night out Police are investigating after two 20-year-old Ajax men overdosed on a liquid form of the drug Ecstasy at an Oshawa pool hall and bar Saturday. Police and ambulance were called to Le Scratch, at Midtown Mall on John Street, at 12:50 a.m. after one pa- tron collapsed near the bar. While paramedics were working on the man inside, a friend of his passed out in a washroom, police said. Both were taken to Lakeridge Health Os- hawa, where they were treated and later released, police said. Police believe both men had con- sumed a capsule of ‘G,’ the street name for Gamma Hydroxybutrate, also known as liquid Ecstasy, the ille- gal “designer drug” blamed for sever- al fatal overdoses in recent years. 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Opinions expressed in letters are those of the writer and not necessarily those of the News Advertis- er. We regret that due to the volume of letters, not all will be printed. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR EDITORIAL Whatever became of the Pre- mier Mike Harris who said he would do something and just did it? The Progressive Conservative premier has a reputation more than any predecessor in decades for de- livering what he promised and even those who disagree with his poli- cies would concede ruefully he generally did what he said. But Mr. Harris has made so many retreats in recent months they raise questions about how well his government is organized, what re- search it does, who it listens to and whether it has lost touch with the public. The most notorious was Mr. Harris’s support for a proposal by some in his caucus to increase MPPs’ salaries by 42 per cent, which was totally out of character with the prudence he preached for 10 years. The premier stubbornly defend- ed the proposal over several days against protests from opposition parties, news media and some of his traditional supporters, insisting he was ‘not worried’ by reaction that should have alarmed him, be- fore publicly and humiliatingly backing off. His government soon after an- nounced it would force all welfare recipients to take tests for drugs and those who tested positive to take treatment or be refused bene- fits, with the worthy aims of getting recipients off drugs and stopping the waste of money. But the plan was criticized as in- sulting to many recipients who do not take drugs, likely to force some into the streets where their prob- lems would worsen, and a violation of the Ontario Human Rights Code, which treats an addiction as a disability and forbids discriminat- ing against anyone with a disabili- ty. The Province has quickly con- ceded its plan has run into legal problems and is looking at a policy based less on taking away benefits and more on helping recipients and ‘we’ll take the time to get it right.’ Mr. Harris’s government intro- duced legislation specifying who should be allowed access to per- sonal health records and included police considering civil lawsuits to recover suspected proceeds of or- ganized crime, which the Tories have facilitated. But when reporters asked why police should have such power, the government explained one minister put it in without the minister re- sponsible for the bill knowing and it was a mistake and dropped it. Two ministers ruled a munici- pality being restructured in Ottawa had no right to compensate fami- lies of four employees shot dead by a co-worker, but when Mr. Harris heard about it through a public out- cry, he promptly pulled the rug from under them and said the right course was to compensate. The Province introduced a law to bar municipalities from impos- ing large rate increases when they took over electrical utilities, but dropped it explaining the Ontario Energy Board could look after con- sumers. It did not mention the leg- islation was scaring off potential private investors. The premier yawned he did not place a high priority on protecting jobs of women who want a year’s maternity leave when the federal government announced it would extend employment insurance ben- efits to cover this period, but a few weeks later changed provincial law so Ontario women could take ad- vantage - he had not reckoned so many would demand it. Two ministers said they would not support a Liberal proposal to restrict sales of replica guns, used in robberies, to adults, but the pre- mier said he liked the idea and brought in his own law. This is on top of the Tories al- lowing the first cameras to catch motorists running through red lights, which they opposed for years and dropping plans to compel students to recite a daily oath to the Queen. So why is the once unswayable premier changing his mind so often? One concern for Tories must be that Mr. Harris personally can as totally misjudge what the public will accept as he did particularly in supporting the MPPs’pay raise. Other concerns must include who gives him advice and whom he listens to. Any caucus has enough contact with residents to have known they would object to the big pay increase, but some in- dependent-minded Tory MPPs have complained the premier lis- tens only to an unelected clique. The Tories have shoddy re- search when they announce plans that have to be changed because they create legal problems and, when ministers say one thing and the premier says another, it under- lines this is a government that has to get its act together. Premier uncertain of course of action Too often, legislation twists in the wind E-mail your comments on this opinion to steve.houston@durham- news.net. Why isn’t mayor speaking up on hydro price hike? To the editor: Re: News Advertiser article about Mayor Wayne Arthurs and the proposed Veridian price increase. It’s nice to know that Mayor Arthurs and some Pickering coun- cillors decided not to comment on it. They obviously feel these exor- bitant increases are in order de- spite the warnings and misgivings by two of our more prestigious councillors, Maurice Brenner and Mark Holland. I personally don’t think, as Mayor Arthurs says, that Veridian is in the best position to address their own needs. They do only what benefits and suits them, not to help the long-suffering con- sumer. I noticed Mr. Arthurs is also using the time-worn excuse that we have had low rates for the past eight years. Does that mean we must now have high rates? What’s wrong with trying to keep them reasonably low for the next eight years? This excuse is the similar to the one I receive from the utilities and some politicians when I have complained about unreasonable price increases. ‘Well, these items cost more in other countries, so why are you complaining?’ As selfish as it seems I am not interested in the cost of a commodity elsewhere, although I most likely will feel sorry about it. As one of many persons living on a pension, the value of which is constantly being reduced, it is what those commodities cost here that concerns and worries me. It should be of paramount impor- tance to Pickering City Council and, for that matter, the Ontario government (that started this whole thing with deregulation) to make sure costs to the consumer do not become unsustainable. R.M. Sinclair, Pickering Tories put cash ahead of kids To the editor: Re: No going back now (Edu- cation Ministry rejects proposal) It’s no wonder the ministry has rejected yet another proposal to return peace and stability to our secondary school system in On- tario — the proposal simply makes too much sense. What could be more reason- able than allowing teachers the opportunity to be available to their students for remedial assis- tance while, at the same time, set- ting the stage for the return of ex- tracurricular activities? Let’s get one thing straight here: Extracurricular activities disappeared in Durham because Bill 160 allowed the board to im- pose an extra course on every sec- ondary teacher in Durham. Janet Ecker’s solution was to apply this unworkable situation provincewide (in the form of Bill 74). The result? No extracurricu- lar activities provincewide. Didn’t Ms. Ecker and her cohorts antici- pate this reaction? Now we see that Ms. Ecker and ministry spokesperson Rob Savage remain adamant about not revisiting the workload issue. Obviously the Tories have no interest in revisiting it because if they did, they would not be able to cut one in 12 secondary school teachers on top of the more than $1 billion they’ve removed from the system since they took con- trol. Perhaps Ms. Ecker et al should simply confess the truth: Instead of putting the kids first they’d rather put the cash first. Anthony Silva, Pickering Eric Dowd At Queen’s Park E-mail your comments on these opinions to steve.hous- ton@durhamnews.net. Submissions that include a first and last name, as well as the city of residence, will be considered for publication. YOU SAID IT The question was: Do you have any concerns about the new 800 slot machine, expanded racetrack and betting theatre proposal for Picov Downs in Ajax? Scott McMur- ray says, “I have no con- cerns over it. I don’t gamble and I see no harm in it.” Paul Saar says, “It’s not good. I don’t think it at- tracts the right kind of people.” Ed Heinghing- ton says, “I don’t like it. It’s too easy for young people to lose their money and it can be addic- tive.” Changes necessary Updated school board policy timely in light of Potter debate As the President of the United States, George W. Bush has the potential to be good for Canada ... or not. Unlike his father, who enjoyed fishing with former Prime Minister Brian Mulroney and who worked well with Canada, Mr. Bush Jr. is intent on strengthening ties with Mexico. It could be an outgrowth of his ties with Latin America from his six years as governor of Texas but the traditional first-country visit of a newly elected U.S. President to Canada has been de- railed. Mr. Bush will first visit Mexico next month and will only then come to Canada in April for the Summit of the Americas in Quebec City. Mr. Bush has never visited Canada before and, the only real video news clip we have to go on so far is, ahem, somewhat hilarious if not unfortunate. ‘This Hour Has 22 Minutes’ sent Rick Mercer down to the U.S. during the presidential election campaign last year to ask Mr. Bush point-blank whether he would be able to work with Prime Minister Jean ‘Poutine.’ Without missing a beat and without a hint of a smile, Mr. Bush replied in earnest and at length he would be able to work with our PM Poutine. Now anyone can be caught off guard and who knows how many other interviews Mr. Bush had that day but it’s clear he didn’t know our prime minister’s name then and just as likely didn’t care. Not comforting when Canada is the biggest trad- ing partner and closest ally of the United States. Some of President Bush’s plans might seem a little unset- tling. There are reports he wants to cut foreign aid to organi- zations in countries that promote abortion. His decision to de- clare a national day of prayer may find him at odds with Amer- icans who do not practice a religion and whose rights must also be respected. And there are some who feel his cabinet ap- pointments represent an extreme tilt to the right which is un- warranted because his challenger in the presidential election, Al Gore, actually got half-a-million votes more than he did. Unlike the past 16 years of Ronald Reagan (second term), George Bush and Bill Clinton when the USA had a warm, close relationship with Canada and which saw the Free Trade and North American Free Trade agreements signed, this ad- ministration shows signs of looking inward. It will be up to Mr. Bush to show us he is more friend than foe. Bush-whacked? New U.S. president focuses on south, not north When Harry Potter’s fictional adventures raised tempera- tures — and barriers to learning — last year, the Durham Dis- trict School board took a beating here at home and abroad. The young wizard in J.K. Rowling’s series of novels was removed from some classrooms because of a few complaints, which had parents and educators debating the merits of the novels as they relate to learning. Whether Harry Potter’s ex- ploits taught kids the value of integrity, friendship and moral behaviour, or encouraged children to accept wizardry and witchcraft is beside the point. What led to this unnecessary and protracted debate was an unclear policy that was hard to ad- minister in a fair fashion. Changes to the policy announced last week by the public board’s Bev Freedman are welcome and timely. The proposed changes are to include a broader consultation process follow- ing complaints about learning materials and the creation of a complaints committee to deal more effectively with objec- tions. Certainly any parent has a right to object to what their ele- mentary school children are exposed to in the classroom. And those parents shouldn’t have to accept their child being singled out in cases of conflict with learning materials. But surely there can be some compromise surrounding de- cisions made regarding learning materials in our classrooms. It would be more productive for concerned parents to file their objections in writing, which is now clearly spelled out. That will provide board officials with a tangible starting point as they debate the merits of this novel or that short story. As well, it will hold accountable those parents who object to material based on views they alone may hold. If one parent didn’t want his or her child to, for example, participate in dodge ball during physical education classes, should dodge ball be banned altogether? And how can any child benefit when a tiny minority can upset the majority? If a child wants to read a certain book and his or her parents have no objections, why shouldn’t those chil- dren benefit from reading, learning and boosting vocabulary and comprehension skills? If there are any concerns surrounding the new policy, it lies in the 30-day lead time permitted to strike the review commit- tee. The school board’s intention here is good, but a month may be too long for the answers required on either side of a particular debate. Our belief: Quick and effective consultation, clearer defin- itions and continued scrutiny among parents, educators and school administrators hold the answer here. 24 Hour Access 420-4660 cityofpickering.com420-2222 Affordable Fitness & Health Club Memberships Call Now 683-6582 NEW WINTER FITNESS SCHEDULE Call Us Now For the best class (that suits your budget) 683-6582 ATTEND PUBLIC MEETINGS AT CITY HALL Jan. 29 Civic Awards, City Hall, Council Chambers Feb. 5 City Council Meeting Feb. 7 Committee of Adjustment Feb. 12 Executive Committee Meeting Feb. 14 Advisory Committee on Race Relations & Equity Feb. 15 Statutory Public Information Meeting Feb. 19 City Council Meeting MARCH BREAK CAMPS 2001 Ages 3 to 12 years March 12 to 16, 2001 Tennis Benefits Everyone! Thanks to the Glendale Tennis Club members who participated in the recent club raffle which raised funds for the Puterbaugh Schoolhouse at Pickering Museum Village. Their generous gift was able to ‘light the way’ with a lantern for the teacher and many candle holders to brighten the interior of the 1830s schoolhouse. Pickering Youth Council OPPORTUNITIES A great way to complete your community service hours, gain job experience and expand your personal networks. Meetings start at 7:15 p.m. at East Shore Community Centre in Meeting Room 1 on Tuesdays & Thursdays. East Shore Community Centre Located at 910 Liverpool Road. South of Bayly Street in Pickering. Call Tanya or Dave at (905) 420-6588 to Get Involved BATTLE OF THE BANDS January 26th, 2001 - 7-10 p.m. Call Tanya or Dave at (905) 420-6588 Youth Fest Friday, May 4th TEEN NEWSPAPER Meetings weekly Tuesdays & Thursdays BIG BAND EVENTS April 22nd and June 23rd City of Pickering Youth Snow Removal Program Attention Youth! Are You?,,, 13 years of age or older looking to make extra money willing to shovel snow for community residents interested in positively contributing to your community If YES, please call the Operations and Emergency Services Department, Culture and Recreation Division at 905-420-4620 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. to register and/or obtain additional information regarding the Youth Snow Removal Project. If calling after hours, please call 905-420-4620 ext. 2211. WEST SALON EAST SALON FRIDAY 9:15-10:15 Move’n Groove AB2 Heidi 9:15-10:00 Step’n Stride S2 Caroline 10:30-11:30 Medical Needs Marg 10:00-10:30 Body Sculpt A2 Caroline 1:15-2:15 20/20/20 ABS2 Caroline 7:00-8:00 Move’n Groove AB2 Kathy 8:15-9:15 Body Sculpt A2 Kathy 7:00-8:00 Nice’n Easy AB1 Heidi 7:00-8:00 Step’n Sculpt AS2 Sandy 8:15-9:15 20/20/20 ABS2 Heidi 7:00-8:00 Move’n Groove AB2 Sholina 6:00-6:45 Cardio Box B2 Sandy 9:15-10:15 Cardio Box B2 Caroline 9:15-10:15 20/20/20 AS2 Marg 10:30-11:15 Basic Step AS1 Caroline 1:00-2:00 Osteoporosis Marg 9:15-10:15 Move’n Groove AB2 Heidi 9:15-10:00 Step’n Stride S2 Sharon 10:00-10:30 Body Sculpt A2 Sharon 10:30-11:30 Osteoporosis Marg 9:15-10:15 Nice’nEasy AB1 Karen 9:15-10:15 20/20/20 ABS2 Caroline 9:15-10:00 Move’n Groove B2 Marg 9:15-10:15 Step’n Stride AS2 Sharon 10:30-11:45 Beg./Inter. Yoga Ruth 10:00-10:30 Body Sculpt A2 Marg DESCRIPTION GUIDE A: Muscular Conditioning B: High and Low Impact Aerobics S: Step Reebok Class 1: Gentle: good for beginners! 2: Intermediate: lots of options! FITNESS CLASS SUMMARY is your detailed guide to all classes. Pick yours up at Reception! 7 in 10 Canadians seriously intend to be active in the future – the future is here. Try a class TODAY! If you are inactive, studies show that the impact on your health is on par with smoking a pack of cigarettes a day. If all Canadians were active, savings to the health-care system for heart disease alone would be $776 million a year. If all benefits of exercise could be combined into a pill, people would be flocking to get their hands on it. EAST SALON WEST SALON EAST SALON WEST SALON EAST SALON WEST SALON EAST SALON WEST SALON 8:30-9:45 Yoga Ruth 7:00-8:00 Step’n Sculpt AS2 Cecilia 7:00-8:00 Nice’nEasy AB1 Dianne 8:30-9:45 Beg./Inter. Yoga call Fitness Staff for details Ruth 6:00-6:45 Move’n Groove AB2 Heidi 7:00-7:45 Step’n Sculpt AS2 Heidi Get yours today – enjoy a fitness class! 6:00-6:45 Move’n Sculpt AB2 Karen 7:00-7:45 Step It Up Marg 7:45-8:15 Purely Muscle Marg 8:15-8:30 ABS Only Marg 6:00-6:45 15/15/15 Basic ABS1 Cecilia 6:00-6:45 Move’n Sculpt AB2 Sholina QUICK FITS WINTER 2001 FITNESS CLASS SCHEDULE January 8-April 20, 2001 Pickering Recreation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Rd. (just south of Hwy. 2). Call now for friendly service, 683-6582 *See “FITNESS SUMMARY” Above. The Culture & Recreation Division reserves the right to change scheduled instructors and schedules as required. Pay-As-You-Go: $5.50 3 month membership: $115 12 month membership: $285 Just add $100 to your Annual or $50 to your 3 Month Health, Squash, Racquetball, Combination, Tennis membership for unlimited fitness class fun! Senior of the Year Award The City of Pickering is excited to be able to honour one , local senior for their outstanding accomplishments. To be eligible for the award the individual must be over 65 years and has enriched the social, cultural or civic life of the community. Please tell us about the recipient in 1-2 paragraphs. Entries are due by the first Friday in April Mail or Drop off to the: Culture & Recreation Pickering Civic Complex One The Esplanade Pickering, Ontario Canada L1V 6K7 905-420-4620 One senior will be selected by the first Friday in May and invited to a recognition ceremony as part of our Seniors Month Celebration on the first Sunday in June. NEWS ADVERTISER, WEDNESDAY EDITION, January 24, 2001 PAGE A7 P Pickering Rec Complex 831-1711 • 683-6582 Fitness Class Summary Winter 2001 *SEE FITNESS WINTER SCHEDULE BELOW Health Concerns Medical Needs: Safe exercise for fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, arthritis, joint replacement, diabetes, high blood pressure, angina, heart attack, by-pass surgery, obesity or stress. Perfect if other classes are too fast & furious for you. Osteoporosis: Weight bearing & resistance exercise is used in a gentle manner that ensures you keep & possibly increase your bone mass. Both classes provide a social & emotional network you just cannot get when you exercise on your own. Doctor’s consent forms available from Fitness Staff. Step Basic Step: A low-intensity, low-impact class utilizing the step. Learn the step “alphabet” so you can safely participate in any other step class. If you have not stepped before ... this class is a MUST! Step ‘n Stride: A high-intensity, low-impact class utilizing the step. A progression from Basic Step. Each instructor provides their own challenging combinations - from dance-style to athletically oriented, and all are demandingly fun! Step ‘n Sculpt: Just add upper body conditioning to a Step ‘n Stride class for total body conditioning. What To Wear! Layered clothing is best. Banquet Halls are cool to start, but as you move you will warm up. Wear clothing that is comfortable & breathable, i.e., cotton track pants, shorts, tights, tee shirt, sweatshirt. Clean athletic shoes must be worn in all classes, except yoga. Proper athletic shoes are extremely important when considering an exercise program. Please see Fitness Staff for further guidance on appropriate footwear. Starting Out 15/15/15 Basic A basic step hi/lo & toning class all rolled into one! Practice everything you need to do in a regular class. Learn the names of the moves & how to do them. Your road map to fitness success! Nice ‘n Easy Great if you are just starting out, if you are getting back into exercise or if you prefer a class with more basic moves. Moves are simple, slower tempo and easy to follow. Includes a circulatory warm up, cardiovascular component, cool down, stretching, muscle conditioning on the floor and relaxation. A great follow up to the Fitness Class Orientation! Hi/Lo Impact Move ‘n Groove A traditional hi/lo aerobics class. Challenge yourself with choosing different instructors: each give lots of options & intensity variations to give you a powerful workout. TIP: a great way to cross-train is to work out with different instructors so your body experiences distinctly different movements! Move ‘n Sculpt: Just add upper body conditioning to a Move’n Groove class for total body conditioning. Cardio Box: A hi/lo class based on boxing drills. Experience power & excitement with intervals of rope skipping, shadow- boxing & leg exercises for agility. Specialty Classes Body Sculpt: A non-aerobic conditioning workout that conditions all major muscle groups. Your instructor leads you through your workout with a focus on proper technique. All resistance equipment is supplied. 20/20/20: Combine variety & challenge for a total body workout! This intermediate to advanced class will make you “glow” with 20 minutes of step, 20 minutes of hi/lo, and 20 minutes of body sculpting. See results with this cross-training workout. Yoga: Ruth, a certified yoga instructor, will guide you through a challenging class that combines various yoga disciplines. Enhance your body, mind & spirit energy connection. Please wear a warm sweatshirt or sweater & bring both a mat & towel. OPERATIONS & EMERGENCY SERVICES DEPARTMENT To learn more about the benefits of physical activity and how to get active, call 1-800-841-2729. It’s easy to stay active during the winter months in Pickering! Durham Lives! and the City of Pickering encourage you to make physical activity a regular part of your day. We are working together to be free of heart disease and cancer. Try hiking or cross-country skiing along Durham’s beautiful trails or skating on Pickering’s many rinks or participating in the Rec Complex’s program. Just Try It. You’ll soon notice the many benefits to your health and well-being. ✰Daily physical activity may lower your body fat and cholesterol levels. ✰Regular exercise enhances the body’s ability to cope with stress and build self- esteem. PHYS I C A L ACTI V I T Y helps p r e v e n t heart d i s e a s e and c a n c e r M O V E IT THURSDAYWEDNESDAYTUESDAYMONDAY EVERYONE WELCOME TO ATTEND (905) 420-2222, (905) 683-2760 The City of Pickering will once again be presenting Civic Awards to members of the community who have exemplified outstanding service and to celebrate the activities and achievements of those deserved individuals and local groups. CITY OF PICKERING 2000 CIVIC AWARDS PRESENTATION MONDAY, JANUARY 29, 2001 7:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS CIVIC COMPLEX Senior of the Year Half Day Camp - MINI PIDACA Ages 3 to 6 Mini Pidaca provides children with a learning and cooperative experience in arts and crafts, music and singalongs, indoor games, theme days and special events. Juice will be provided daily. Location: Recreation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Rd. S. Time Fee for 1 week One Week 9:30 a.m. - 12 noon $49 FULL DAY CAMP PROGRAM 7:00 A.M. TO 6:00 P.M. REGULAR DAY CAMP PROGRAM 9:00 A.M. TO 3:30 P.M., INCL. BUSING SPORTS CAMP Ages 5 to 12 For the active camper a week full of sports and games. Join in the fun as we learn Indoor Soccer, Floor Hockey, Basketball, Indoor Games and many more team events. Special events and theme days will be planned throughout the week. A daily swim will be provided by qualified lifeguards. *Please note: Camp activities are subject to change. Location: To be confirmed in confirmation letter. Camp Time Fee for 1 week EXTEND 7:00 a.m. - 6:15 p.m. $15 Regular Camp 9:00 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. $101 ARTS CAMP Ages 5 to 12 This action packed week will provide campers the opportunity to develop new skills and express themselves through a variety of activities: Drama, Art, Creative Games, Crafts and special theme days. A daily swim is available for campers at the Recreation Complex. All safety requirements will be met and qualified lifeguards will be on duty. *Please note: Camp activities are subject to change. Location: Recreation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Rd. S. Camp Time Fee for 1 week EXTEND 7:00 a.m. - 6:15 p.m. $15 Regular Camp 9:00 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. $101 EXTEND A CAMP: 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. Before and After Camp CARE takes place at the Pickering Recreation Complex. Campers will provide their own lunch and drink daily. REGULAR CAMP: 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Transportation is included. Please indicate bus stop from Bus Route lists. Campers will provide their own lunch and drink daily. Please use a “March Break Camp” Registration Form For Camp Info., Registration Forms or Bus Stops please call 905-420-4621. A/P PAGE 8 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, January 24, 2001 WEDNESDAY, JAN. 24 ORGANIC GROWERS:The Durham chapter of the Cana- dian Organic growers are meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the Durham Board of Education Administration Building, 400 Taunton Rd. E. Whitby, Rm. 2007 for their anual seed and idea exchange. Lug-a-mug for refreshments. Phone 433-7875 (Dianne Pazaratz), or 263- 9907 (Vincent Powers) for in- formation. TOASTMASTERS CLUB: Anyone interested in develop- ing stronger public speaking, leadership and communication skills is welcome to attend the group’s regular meetings at the Pickering Nuclear Visitor’s Centre. A meet and greet is held at 7:15 p.m., and the meeting runs from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Call 686-2195 (Mariska Thomas). SINGLE PARENT SUP- PORT:The One Parent Fami- lies Association, Ajax/Picker- ing Chapter, meets at 8 p.m. at the Ajax Cricket Club on Monarch Avenue, south of Bayly Street, for both custodi- al and non-custodial parents, whether your children are two or 42. All are welcome. Call 837-9670 for more informa- tion. ALZHEIMER SUPPORT: Alzheimer Durham is holding a meeting at 7:30 p.m. at 487 Westney Rd. S., Units 19 and 20. All caregivers are welcome to attend. Phone (905) 576- 2567 (Megan) for more infor- mation. AUDITIONS:Durham’s County Town Singers hold au- ditions tonight and Jan. 31 at 7:30 p.m. at the Whitby Se- niors Activity Centre, 801 Brock St. S., in Whitby. All are welcome. Phone 668-5743 for more information on the auditions. FRIDAY, JAN. 26 CHURCH SALE:St. Mar- tin’s Anglican Church, 1201 St. Martin’s Dr. in Pickering, hosts a ‘New to You Sale’from 7 to 9 p.m. Used clothing, toys, books and a white ele- phant table. Call 839-4257 for more information. ADDICTION SUPPORT: The Serenity Group 12-Step Recovery meeting is at 8 p.m. at the Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd., Pickering. The group deals with all types of addictions, including co-de- pendency. Child-care program avail- able. Call 428-9431 (Jim, in the evenings) for more infor- mation. ❑ ❑ ❑ To list your non-profit group’s event in Billboard, fax us the information to 683- 7363. Deadline is one week prior to your event. BILLBOARD JAN. 24, 2001 CELIA BRONKHORST/ News Advertiser photo Happy trails to you Pickering residents Jacqueline (left) and Christine Somerville hit the trails at Dagmar Resort in Uxbridge last weekend to make the most of a mild winter day. The groomed trails provide a perfect rural setting for Durham res- idents who enjoy outdoor winter activities. Pickering library wants children to pick favourites PICKERING ––The Pickering Public Library is inviting children to help choose the winners of this year’s Silver Birch and Red Maple Awards by voting for their favourite Canadian chil- dren’s and teen books. Presented by the Ontario Library Association, the awards recognize notable Canadian children’s and teen books. And, youngsters are being invited to vote on their favourites at the library branch hosting a presentation Tues- day, Feb. 20 to introduce chil- dren and teens to the books that have been short-listed for the 2001 awards. Students in Grades 4 to 6 can find out about the Silver Birch nominees at 7 p.m. and pupils in Grade 7 and up are invited to hear more about the Red Maple nominees at 7:30 p.m. The presentation takes place at the central library, One The Esplanade. For more information call 831-6265. Struggling to reduce your workplace injuries, illnesses and WSIB costs? Attention small business owners and senior managers The Workplace Safety and Insurance Board, in cooperation with the Safe Communities Of Pickering-Ajax (SCOPA), has developed the Safe Communities Incentive Program to assist you. This successful program has returned $2.3 million in rebates to participating firms across the Province. By joining the program, your firm could share in these rebates. Along with the financial success, this program has helped small businesses network and reduce injuries within the community. If you are interested in joining the 2001 Safe Communities Incentive Program or would like further details, please contact Terrance D’souza at 1-800-663-6639. Lucky Ajax resident Craig Alvarez is one of six winners in a National Promotion offered by Home Hardware Stores coast to coast. Craig along with five other winners from across Canada walk away with an RCA 32” television with D.V.D. player, valued at $1,600. Awarding Craig this terrific prize is Mark Grvitz Home Hardware, Pickering, store manager. 1355 Kingston Rd. Pickering Town Centre 839-5990 Please recycle this newspaper! NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, January 24, 2001 PAGE 9 A/P A.J. GROEN/ News Advertiser photo Medium with a message Students at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School won a school contest with their post- ing promoting a non-smoking message. With their winning designs are Geoffrey Cook, Eric Gonsalves, and Linsey Fernandes. Tackling Tobacco seminar attendees are (back row) Mathiew Langlois, Carley Pier- son and Jessica Brunnock. The idea to write about a debate about ‘Who’s Responsi- bility Is It Anyway?’ came to mind when I received a call from a reader who complained about Seneca College’s news- papers not being recycled. A rack of newspapers began arriving every day at the col- lege when a Toronto daily newspaper introduced a ‘Cam- pus Readership’ program. To date, eight university and college campuses across south- ern Ontario receive the extra newspapers. Initially, Seneca’s garbage cans overflowed, newspapers were blowing on the grounds, becoming a janitor’s night- mare. When Seneca College ac- cepted the program, adminis- trators did not take responsibil- ity to recycle them immediate- ly, despite the fact this college offers environmental courses. Loreen Lalonde, who orga- nized the program 18 months ago, stated recycling is an im- portant part of the concept. “We want to see that not only do the papers get recy- cled, but also we do not deliv- er more than are read. The drop-off box is monitored reg- ularly and if copies of yester- day’s paper remain, we place less in the container the next day.” Durham College began the program in January through its Durham College Student Asso- ciation. So far, with its many recycling bins in place and cleaning staff seeing they get recycled, there has not been a problem. The college places the onus on the students to re- cycle. McMaster University de- clined the newspapers, as its local fire regulations require the use of metal bins rather than plastic containers to col- lect the newspapers. Purchasing many metal bins was too costly for the universi- ty. Seneca’s Ms. Lalonde noted, “We are working to- gether with the campus staff to ensure the newspapers get re- cycled. “In some cases we have hired students. As well, we have created encouragement posters.” Feedback on the program has revealed some professors have included current events in their curriculum due to the newspaper’s accessibility. On the other hand, many students just glance at it and discard it. The newspaper industry is proud of the early role it took in recycling by converting its mills to accept more recycled paper. And, it should be noted, your News Advertiser con- stantly prints the message ‘Please Recycle!” FOR DEBATE ❑Is it up to these institu- tions to set up recycling bins and signs before they accept newspapers? ❑Should the supplier over- see that a diligent waste man- agement program be in place? ❑ Should the supplier pro- vide collector bins and take away yesterday’s news? ❑ Should students organize a Green Team or take them home to their own Blue Box? ❑ Should more staff be hired to sort out clean newspa- per from the trash? ❑ Should graphic arts stu- dents promote more awareness with creative posters and an- nouncements? ❑ Who should promote reuse, the idea for students to share, thus continuing to lessen the amount being delivered? ❑ ❑ ❑ If you have a scenario you would like reviewed for de- bate, send in your concern to the News Advertiser.Please recycle this newspaperLarraine Roulston Recycler’s Corner Whose responsibility is it anyway? Scenarios offer points to ponder in recycling Lakeridge Health Whitby Family Health Centre Due to a shortage of Physicians, the Family Health Centre hours of operation will change effective February 1, 2001. New Hours: Doctor on Duty 7 am to 10 pm 7 days a week Nurse on Duty 24 hours a day 7 days a week For information call: (905) 668-6831 www.lakeridgehealth.on.ca Which of These Costly Homeseller Mistakes Will You Make When You Sell Your Home? PICKERING/AJAX - A new report has just been released which reveals 7 costly mistakes that most homeowners make when selling their home, and a 9 Step System that can help you sell your home fast and for the most amount of money. This industry report shows clearly how the traditional ways of selling homes have become increasingly less and less effective in today’s marketplace. The fact of the matter is that fully three quarters of homesellers don’t get what they want for their home and become disillusioned and - worse - financially disadvantaged when they put their home on the market. As this report uncovers, most homesellers make 7 deadly mistakes that cost them literally thousands of dollars. The good news is that each and every one of these mistakes is entirely preventable. In answer to this issue, industry insiders have prepared a free special report entitled “The 9 Step System to Get Your Home Sold Fast and For Top Dollar”. To hear a brief recorded message about how to order your free copy of this report call 1-866-231-9449 and enter ID# 1000. You can call anytime, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call NOW to find out how you can get the most money for your home. The report is courtesy of Gary Plummer. RE/MAX Rouge River Realty Ltd. Not intended to solicit properties currently listed for sale. Copyright 1997. 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Sizes vary by store 79 99 Each All 13" TIRES 89 99 Each All 14" TIRES 9999 Each All 15" TIRES Blemished†RoadHandler®T Plus tires Pickering Town Centre Direct Line 420-0271 BY AL RIVETT Staff Editor AJAX —Funnyman Shaun Ma- jumder is back in Canada, not by choice, but he’s happy to be here nonetheless. The Newfoundland native’s back in the great white north, living at his father’s in Mississauga, after work visa problems have kept him out of the U.S. and away from Hollywood where the biggest boon in an actor- writer’s year –– pilot season — is currently taking place. But, the ever-resilient comic is taking it all in stride, as it has given him a chance to exercise his stand-up comic muscles over the next month. He’ll be in Ajax at Yuk Yuk’s East this Thursday through Sunday as the headliner. “I haven’t been doing a lot of stand-up in L.A. I’ve been working on a lot of writing projects,” explains Majumder. “I like the fact I’m doing stand-up again. I did Yuk’s (Yuk Yuk’s) Super Club in Toronto and it felt so great to be doing it again.” And, he’s making his second ap- pearance at Yuk Yuk’s East in Ajax after being the headlining act at the opening of the comedy venue several years ago. “I was in Ajax the first weekend (Yuk Yuk’s) opened and it was pretty good. It was a blast,” he recalls. “The crowd in Ajax was really good. At that time, I think everyone there wanted something like that (a come- dy club) in Ajax.” After landing in Los Angeles sev- eral years ago, Majumder got what appeared to be his big break last year as he was hired as a cast member of a new television series starring les- bian comedian Ellen Degeneres. However, before the show ever got to air, Degeneres fired Majumder from the ensemble cast, which also included veteran comedian Tim Con- way. He views the disappointment mat- ter-of-factly a year later, summing it up by saying “It happens all the time in Hollywood”. Yet, Majumder is able to find the humour in the trying times that en- sued in the wake of his departure from the show. “I think Ellen liked me and had a crush on me and I think it was get- ting in the way with her relationship with Anne (Heche, her former lover),” laughs Majumder, with tongue firmly planted in cheek. “I think she wanted me and Anne felt threatened and told her: ‘You get rid of Majumder’. “I think I fuelled the Anne and Ellen break-up.” In the aftermath of the Ellen De- generes fiasco (Majumder points out that the show never did make it to North American television screens), he took on a major role in a movie entitled ‘Purpose’ which also starred Mia Farrow, crossover comedian Paul Riser, Peter Coyote and Hal Holbrook. Filming wrapped up on the project just before Christmas and Majumder expects the movie to hit the big screen this summer. While Majumder’s in Canada, he’ll be the headliner at a comedy benefit for Toronto’s homeless enti- tled ‘Raising the Roof’ at the Rivoli nightclub on Queen Street in Toronto Feb. 10 and 11. Show times for Majumder’s shows at Yuk Yuk’s East at Bayly Street and Monarch Avenue are Fri- day and Saturday at 8 and 10:30 p.m. each night. Thursday and Sunday shows start at 8:30 p.m. For ticket information regarding the show, or to make reservations, call (416) 967-6425. A/P PAGE 10 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, January 24, 2001 A rts &Entertainment NEWS ADVERTISER Jan. 24, 2001 After big split with Ellen, Majumder is back to laughs in Ajax Comedian bounces back after Hollywood sitcom not picked up by network Comedian Shaun Majumder is back doing stand-up after a sitcom he co-starred in was passed over. He hits the stage at the Ajax Yuk Yuk’s this weekend. ANDREW IWANOWSKI/ News Advertiser photo A lively dance in memory of Robbie Burns Bagpipers and Scottish highland dancers took to the stage to entertain guests at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 606 in Pickering last Friday to celebrate Robbie Burns Day. The Legion hosted its annual celebration, which included a performance by Heyley and Kelly West, who entertained visitors to the event. These two dancers are from the Colleen Rintamaki School of Dance. You’ve got questions, Ajax library has answers AJAX —If a trivia question has you stumped or a statistic is proving elusive, the Ajax Public Library has all the answers with the launch of E- Info. The new service invites visitors to log on to the library’s Web site, www.townofajax.com/library/index.h tml, and click on the E-Info icon to submit a question. Or e-mail it directly to the library at libraryinfo@townofajax.com. Information staff at the main branch is able to answer short ques- tions with factual information such as addresses, book titles, dates, defini- tions, facts, song lyrics and more. Staff will research and respond to your question within 24 hours. They can also lead you to sources to help answer the question more fully. Include your name, phone num- ber and e-mail address when you for- ward a question. Pickering library offers lessons in creativity PICKERING ––Childcare providers interested in learning cre- ative activities for youngsters are in- vited to attend a professional develop- ment workshop being hosted by the Pickering Public Library Wednesday, Feb. 21. The workshop, being held at the central branch from 7 to 8 p.m., will provide participants with an opportu- nity to learn several simple and cre- ative activities appropriate for babies and toddlers. Participants will also learn about the many different re- sources the library has to offer. Participants are asked to register for the workshop at the children’s in- formation desk at the central branch or by phoning 831-6265 ext. 226. The Central Library is located at One The Esplanade. Let us entertain you! Fax it Ajax and Pickering News Advertiser General 683-7363 Winter fun for everyone AJAX ––The Town’s Recreation Services depart- ment invites you to this year’s Winterfest. Indoors and outdoors you can experience such events as a horse-drawn wagon ride, face painting, craft activities, inflatable games, snow painting, games, entertainment, free ice skating and more. The event runs Saturday, Feb. 3 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Ajax Community Cen- tre. Admission is free, al- though there is a small charge for certain events. For more information on Winterfest activities, call 427-8811. SPECIALSALE Carrier of The Week If you did not receive your News Advertiser or flyers call Circulation at 683-5117. Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 - 7:30 Sat. 9 - 4:30, Sun. 10 - 1 Walmart, Ajax 135 Kingston Rd., Ajax 222 Bayly St. W., Ajax 1360 Kingston Rd., Pick. Remember, all inserts, including those on glossy paper, can be recycled with the rest of your newspaper through your blue box Recycling program. For information on delivering your advertising flyers, call DUNCAN FLETCHER at 683-5110. IN TODAY’S News Advertiser ADVERTISING FLYERS BARGAINS Wednesday Jan. 24, 2001 News Advertiser Business Depot Ajax/Pick * Carol Kudla - ReMax Pick * Citycan Financial Corporation Pick * Family Karate Association Ajax/Pick * Free Toppings Pizza Pick * Future Shop Ajax/Pick * Little Caesars Ajax * Millwork Building Supplies Ajax/Pick Real Estate Ajax/Pick Wheels Ajax/Pick * White Rose Ajax/Pick * Delivered to selected households only Keisha Wednesday’s Carrier of the Week is Keisha. Keisha enjoys singing and playing basketball. She will receive a dinner for 4 voucher compliments of McDonald’s. Congratulations Keisha for being our Carrier of the Week. 1-800-668-6859 Call for a free brochure. DeNure Tours Branson, Newfoundland, Alaska, Europe, P.E.I., British Columbia, Florida, Britain, California..... Pickering Town Centre 839-2507 YEAR AFTER YEAR - SAME OLD PRICES Breakfast Special (Daily) $329 Luncheon Specials (Daily) $649 TWO CAN DINE FOR $14 99 (Everything on the menu after 5:00 p.m.) EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT $10 99 (Every Day of The Week) or less TWO BEAUTIFUL BANQUET HALLS per person ALL INCLUSIVE $59 00 EATERY OPEN EVERY DAY 9:00 a.m. All you can eat Ribs Wednesday MANUFACTURERS GOOFS Cosmetically blemished sewing machines Due to an error in colouring on front, Singer Sewing Machine Company has just released for sale to the public a limited number of new DELUXE HEAVY DUTY FREE ARM, SINGER, ZIG ZAG SEWING MACHINES. No tension adjustment needed, and sews on all fabrics: denim, canvas, upholstery, nylon, stretch, vinyl, silk, EVEN SEWS ON LEATHER! No attachments needed for buttonholes (any size), monograms, hems. Sews on buttons, satin stitches, overcasts, darns, appliqués, 20 stitch functions. Just set dials and see the magic happen without old-fashioned cams or programmers. These machines are suitable for home, professional or school room sewing. 25 year warranty. Your price with ad $299. Free lessons. Terms available. We take trade-ins. Lay-A-Way, MASTERCARD, VISA, AMERICAN EXPRESS. DEBIT CARDS, CASH. WE ACCEPT PHONE ORDERS.OFFER EXPIRES SAT., JAN. 27/01 LIMITED SUPPLY NO DEALERS PLEASE 11 SIMCOE ST. S. OSHAWA 905-433-1140 MON. - FRI. 9 -5:30; SAT. 9 - 4 OOPS! Service to all makes.®REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF THE SINGER COMPANY LIMITED APPROVED DEALER ® BY AL RIVETT Sports Editor PICKERING —Taking three of a possible four points in weekend junior hockey action allowed the Pickering Boyer Pontiac Panthers to reach new heights in the standings. A solid weekend of OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League play saw the Panthers post a 2-2 tie with the Vaughan Vipers Friday night at the Pickering Recreation Com- plex, then take two points on the road from the woeful North York Rangers with a 6-2 win Saturday evening. The victories moved Picker- ing (18-17-5-2 for 43 points) into sixth-place in the tightly- packed South Conference stand- ings — heights they’ve not seen during the regular season until now. Moreover, the Panthers are just two points out of fifth place, now occupied by the Oshawa Legionaires, and four points back of the fourth-place Ajax Axemen. The Panthers will meet both the Legionaires and Axemen in what Panthers’ assistant coach Norm Rogers describes as a “big weekend” for the club this com- ing Friday and Sunday. The Pan- thers host the Legionaires at the complex Friday at 7:30 p.m. Then, the Panthers head for neighbouring Ajax for a tilt with the Axemen at the Ajax Commu- nity Centre Sunday at 3 p.m. “Oshawa and Ajax are just ahead of us in the standings, so it is a very big weekend for us,” says Rogers. Disappointing for the Pan- thers was the fact a perfect, four- point weekend was well within their grasp. The club allowed a win over Vaughan to end in a tie after the Vipers scored, with their goalie on the bench for an extra attacker, with 19 seconds remaining. “Yes, we were disappointed that we couldn’t hold on in the last minutes,” notes Rogers. “We were the victims of a bad bounce that went right to their guy at the edge of the crease.” Colin Jennings and Dan Schofield scored for Pickering, with assists by Doug Carr and Garett Winder. The Panthers, however, were full value for Saturday’s win over the hapless North Yorkers, who’ve won only twice in 40 games this season. The Panthers sprinted out to a 6-0 lead early in the third period, with the Rangers scoring two goals of the too-little, too-late variety later in the frame. Rogers noted it could have been easy for his charges, play- ing their third game in three days (the Panthers lost 9-0 to Couch- iching Thursday), to look past the Rangers. However, the play- ers kept their focus on getting the two points. “We played well and I thought we were full value for the win,” says Rogers. “The boys worked pretty hard, consid- ering everyone was pretty tired.” Winder, Kyle Aitken, Matt Christie, Don Johnson, Ian Hay- wood and Daryl Lloyd scored. Aitken recorded two assists, Christie, Kevin Rogers, Matt Garisto, John Buscema, Robbie Colangelo and Jennings added one apiece. The Panthers travel to Os- hawa to meet the Legionaires at the Oshawa Civic Auditorium on Tuesday, Jan. 30. Game time is 7:30 p.m. PANTHERS’ POSTSCRIPT: Defenceman Mike Cuzzolino is still out of the line-up with a concussion. He’s been out of the line-up for the past three weeks and is still day to day...Forward Jason Ricupero is still out of the line-up with a sprained ankle and is day to day...The Panthers have six games remaining in the regular-season schedule... NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, January 24, 2001 PAGE 11 P Sports &LEISURE NEWS ADVERTISER Jan. 24, 2001 Panthers movin’ on up in the standings Weekend win, tie vaults Pickering juniors into sixth place in league’s South Conference Just the FAX: 683-7363DON JOHNSON Scores goal in victory over North York Rangers. 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There are limited spaces available in some age groups. Ph: (905) 831-9803 Web: www.pickeringsoccer.com E-mail: pickeringsoccer@globalserve.net Ajax Warriors Soccer Club FINAL Summer Soccer REGISTRATION 2001 or phone 683-0740 for additional details. The clubhouse is located at 25 Centennial Road Sat., Jan. 27th Sun., Feb. 11th 11 am - 1 pm Noon - 3 pm AWSC Clubhouse AWSC Clubhouse $115 per player, special rate for families with 4 or more players Women’s Division $75 Avoid the late registration fee: REGISTER NOW!! Mail-in registration forms available on our website at: www.ajaxwarriorsoccer.ca or in person at The Soccer Connection, 71 Station St. (behind the Ajax Community Centre) WISE BUYERS READ THE LEGAL COPY: †Value of Value/Utility Group based on MSRP for accessories. Actual value may vary depending on price negotiated. *0% purchase financing on all new in-stock 2001 Windstar for a maximum of 48 months to retail customers, on approved credit. 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Pickering 420-9000 WE ARE HERE WEST - 401 - EAST HWY. 2 HARWOODWESTNEYBROCKLIVERPOOLWHITESN The driving force behind the Ajax Klondike Axemen's win over the Wexford Raiders Sunday was forward Steve Devine who notched a hat trick. In his sophomore season with the Axemen, Devine played his best game ever in an Ajax uniform, says Axemen head coach Larry Labelle. "It was the best game I've seen him play in two years here," praised Labelle. "He was doing everything right; all three of his goals were quality goals and he also did a good job penalty killing." P PAGE 12 NEWS ADVERTISER,WEDNESDAY EDITION, January 24, 2001 PICKERING —Pickering Aerials gymnasts flew past the competition at the recent Michigan Invitational. The Michigan meet attracted more than 2,000 athletes compet- ing in four competitions that ran concurrently. The Pickering club took its youngest Level 8 team ever to a major competition, but the team re- turned with solid results nonethe- less. In the 11-and-under category, Emma Grant — the Aerials team leader — captured a gold medal on floor exercise and silver on balance beam. Grant placed sixth overall among a group of 40 other com- petitors from across the U.S. Aerials’ teammate Malvina Mana earned a bronze on floor. In the same category, Felicia Bianchet, Kayla Chong, Tara Swami and Melissa Downton achieved personal best perfor- mances. In the junior category, Danyelle Sora earned a gold medal on floor. Alicia Wald — Aerials’ team leader in the senior category — won a gold medal on floor and also finished sixth all-round among 30 U.S. competitors. In the same divi- sion, Brittany Lloyd finished fourth on uneven bars, while team- mates Ashley Bianchet placed fifth on vault and Katelyn Strezov placed sixth on vault. Aerials’ gymnasts are now preparing for the second provincial qualifier in Markham this month. Gymnasts spring to impressive results Aerials’ Emma Grant earns gold, silver medals at U.S. meet AJAX —Select Food Products took full advantage of a short-staffed Bank of Montreal squad to win the evening’s opener in Ajax Ladies Basketball League action last Wednesday night. With the bank missing several key players, Select sprinted out to a quick lead using fast passing to open up close- range shots Although the Bank of Montreal pulled back a little in the second half using their fast break, it was not enough as Select Food Products posted a 42-26 victory. Jessica Hooper netted eight points for Select and Allyson Samuel sank 10 for the Bankers. In the second game, Et Tu Caesar’s and East Side Mario’s went end to end, but it was Caesar’s that was swishing their shots, while East Side Mario’s kept hitting the rim. In the end, Et Tu Caesar’s were com- fortable 39-24 winners. Erinn Lynch was top scorer for Et Tu Caesar’s with 15 points, while Kevina Morrison replied with 10 for East Side Mario’s. Players in the women’s basketball league live in Ajax and Pickering. Caesar’s also a winner in ladies basketball action Select Food produces easy win CANADA’S ONLY FURNITURE SUPERSTORES *O.A.C. All applicable taxes and a processing fee of $45 is due at the time of purchase (Eg. $1500 purchase with $45 PF equals an APR of 3.0%). Balance due January 2002. All items available while quantities last. Prices, terms and conditions may vary according to region. Selection may vary from store to store. Pick-up discounts not available on some items. See store for delivery included areas. Not applicable to previous purchases and markdown items. See store for other convenient payment options. Custom orders require 25% deposit. ONEYEAR!YOU DON’T PAY FOR No Money Down!* No Interest! No Monthly Payments on EVERYTHING in Our Showrooms! You’ll ﬁnd MIRACULOUS PRICES on Canada’s largest selection of beautiful furniture, famous brand name appliances and home electronics! A Miracle is something extraordinary that changes your life forever! ® Rocker Recliner Available in blue or burgundy Miraculous Price! Includes Delivery 30" Easy Clean Range • Electronic time of day clock • Large spill safe cooktop • Oven light Miraculous Price! Includes Delivery ALL 9 P I E C E S ! Miraculous Price! Includes Delivery Sealy Coronet Posturepedic Twin Size Mattress Set Miraculous Price! Includes Delivery Miraculous Price! Includes Delivery ASK ABOUT OUR 90 DAY SLEEP TIGHT GUARANTEE! See Store For Details. Posturepedic Support! Only From Sealy! And most mirnd most miraculous aculous of of all...all... And most miraculous of all... Contemporary Casual Sofa A striking new look in an attractive blue chenille fabric with multi-coloured co-ordinating accent pillows. Chair $599 Loveseat $619 Contemporary Diningroom Richly crafted in oak solids and oak/ash veneers. Suite includes a 42"x66"-96" table, 2 arm chairs, 4 side chairs, buffet and hutch. $479 $3499 $399 $399Double Size Set $549 Queen Size Set $599 King Size Set $899 $649 Open Daily 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Saturday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM MICROSOFT CERTIFIED SYSTEM ENGINEER, part time training at Durham College Whitby Campus. Part-time MCSE (supporting Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional), module 1, offered evgs. & Sat's. This 50 hour, fast- paced, high quality IT, 4 week course is offered with our top- notch Microsoft instructors. Feb. 12 start date. Funding options available. For program details call Ellen 905-721-3334. INSURANCE Growing Dur- ham office requires: RIBO li- censed broker for in house sales. Personal lines. Sal- aried. Also full time clerical for data entry/support. Will train. Computer work. Fax resumes: 905-427-4615 INFORMATION ASST.part time, under graduate degree required. Applications to: June O'Neill, Ajax Public Library, 65 Harwood Ave. S., Ajax, LlS 218. Fax (905) 683-6960 or e- mail: oneill@townofajax.com EXPERIENCED ECE required. Please send resume to The Children's Place, 320 Ritson Rd. S., Oshawa, Ontario. LlH 5J1 or call (905)434–6925 General Help110 $$100,000$$ TO START! Just kidding but really we make pretty good money. 18+, no experience necessary. Call Tracy (905)686-2442. A RARE GROUND FLOOR Opportunity - established NYSE and TSE company, re- cently launched in Canada, requires excellent communi- cators. Home-based business, lucrative commissions, bonuses, and residuals. 905-728-3922. ATTENTION GOURMET FOOD LOVERS. Gourmet Food/Bake Shop is looking for full/part- time kitchen staff, waitresses and sales help. If you are self- motivated & energetic call 905-642-5838 or fax 905-642- 0105 HAIRSTYLIST/COLOURIST Looking for a new approach, ongoing education, unique working environment with good wages, call 666-3806. ATTENTION HAIRSTYLISTS, Estheticians and nail techni- cians. Immediate space for rent in very busy salon. Great opportunity in a great location. Call and ask to speak to the owner (905)725–6311 or evenings (905)432-8949 AZ DRIVERS full and part time dedicated runs, Oshawa to USA. Must pass all related medical etc. phone Joe 697– 3859 or 1-888-866-1544 BUS PERSON & DISH- WASHER required. No ex- perience necessary, will train. Evening & weekends. Apply in person with resume at 49 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax, (Pickering Village) or fax (905)427-5985 BUSY PICKERING Jewellery store needs sales help imme- diately. Call Julie at (905) 420- 2552. Willing to train. F/T and P/T available. Nights and weekends. CANLAN ICE SPORTS-Scar- borough, Join A Winning Team! North American Leader in arena Entertainment facili- ties. We are seeking a F/T Of- fice Manager. F/T & P/T Class "B" Engineers for driving posi- tions. F/T & P/T Cleaner Posi- tions also available. Please fax or drop off resume at 159 Dynamic Drive, Scarborough fax (416)412-6491. CLARICA IS seeking individu- als with an interest or exper- tise in the areas of Marketing or Business Management. Call Mary at (905)668–9669 ext 201. EARN $200., $300., $500., or more per week, assembling products in the comfort of your own home. Send a self- addressed stamped envelope to: O.P.H. 6-2400 Dundas St. W., Suite 541, Ref 636, Mis- sissauga, Ont. L5K 2R8. Pickway Transportation Experienced School Bus Drivers for 3 runs daily. Clean abstract, recent DDC, Fluent English preferred. (905) 420–4574. Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 24, 2001-PAGE 13 “TECS” - Training • Education • Careers • Schooling “TECS” - Training • Education • Careers • Schooling E-Mail address: classifieds@durhamnews.net Web Site: www.durhamnews.net Ajax News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon.-Fri 8:00-5 p.m. Closed Saturday Toronto Line: (416) 798-7259 24-Hour Fax: (905) 579-4218 Classified Online: Now when you advertise, your word ad also appears on the internet at http://www.durhamnews.net Email: compose@durhamnet Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser CLASSIFIEDS To Place Your Ad In Ajax or Pickering Call: 683-0707 Our phone lines are open Mon. to Fri. until 8 p.m. Sat. 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. JOIN A LEADER MAKE A DIFFERENCE Viceroy Homes Limited has earned a solid reputation in global and domestic markets as a major leader in home manufacturing. Known for its innovative products, sound financial status and the ability to deliver. Viceroy continues to excel. Our success has been built on a firm foundation - people. In an ever-expanding marketplace, Viceroy's Corporate Offices in Port Hope have the following POSITIONS AVAILABLE • Contract Administrator/Estimator (file #V0122CA) The Contract administration has an opening for a Contract Administrator. The successful candidate will have sound education or working experience in residential wood frame construction. Candidates, who have been trained in either cost estimating or quantity surveying or have site construction experience, will be given prime consideration. Computer skills are a prerequisite for this position. • Architectural Draftspersons, Technicians and Technologists (file #V0122DT) A sound education in Residential Architectural Drafting or associated degrees or diplomas in the architectural field is a prime requirement. Knowledge of AutoCAD 2000 or similar CAD software drafting programs is a must. Preference will be given to those that have at least 3 years of drafting experience. Recent graduates from a recognized drafting or technology course will also be considered. Forward resume by fax, or mail or e-mail to: Viceroy Homes Limited Human Resources Department 414 Croft Street East Port Hope, Ontario L1A 4H1 Fax (905)885-8362 E-mail: bheron@viceroy.com Telephone calls will not be accepted. We thank all applicants who apply, but advise that only those under active consideration will be contacted. Web Offset Publications Limited, a major printing company located in Pickering, requires an experienced INTERMEDIATE/SENIOR CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE The successful candidate will be a team player that possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills, initiative, sound judgment and the ability to work well under pressure. 3-5 years experience in the graphic arts field, particularly web printing, is a prerequisite. Duties include representing our customer's requirements throughout the various production activities to ensure success- ful job completion, planning work schedules in the most efficient manner and liaisoning with customers on a daily ba- sis. Please submit resumes prior to February 2, 2001 to: Fax: 905-831-2372 Att: Karen Hume OR E-MAIL: khume@web-offset.com Only suitable candidates will be contacted. INSTRUCTOR WEB DESIGN (E-COMMERCE) required for leading career education institution in Pickering ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR, PHOTOSHOP, MACROMEDIA FLASH, DREAMWEAVER, HTML, JAVASCRIPT, DHTML, E-COMMERCE Fax confidential Resume: c/o Eileen Hunt Dean of Academics Toronto School of Business (Pickering) 1450 Kingston Rd. Unit 17 Pickering, Ont. L1V 1C1 Tel. (905) 420-1344 Fax (905) 420-3177 SATURDAY TEACHING POSITION is available in North Durham Region. Teachers (reg. OCT) with interest in small group literacy instruction for children (4 to 12 yrs. old) experiencing difficulty acquiring such skills, please forward a cover-letter and resume to: File #637 Oshawa Whitby This Week 865 Farewell St. Oshawa Ont. L1H 7L5 The News Advertiser Is looking for reliable people to insert and deliver papers and flyers door to door every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday in the Pickering area. Deliveries must be completed by 6:00 pm. Must have a vehicle. For more information call 905-683–5117 Ajax office requires a F/T RECEPTIONIST/ ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Applicants must possess excellent phone manner and clerical skills with experi- ence using MS Word, Excel, Access and Accpac for Windows, an asset. Please fax resumes to (905) 686-0713 By February 2nd, 2001. CONFIDENTIAL TO BOX REPLIES If there are firms or individuals to whom you do not wish your reply sent, simply place your application in an envelope addressed to the box number in the advertisement and attach a list of such names. Place your application and list in an envelope and address to: Box Replies. If the advertiser is one of the names on your list your application will be destroyed. PLEASE NOTE, resumes that are faxed directly to Oshawa This Week, will not be forwarded to the file number. Originals must be sent directly as indicated by the instructions in the ad. DISPATCHER Whitby based trucking company is looking for an experienced dis- patcher to work our night shift 4 days on and 4 days off.You must be a team player and computer literate.We offer an excellent ben- efit and competitive compensa- tion package. Fax resume to 905-666-1668 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help Carson & Weeks Insurance Brokers CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE Long established customer service oriented Main Street, Markham insurance broker requires experi- enced R.I.B.O. licenced, personal lines, sales & service broker. Reply in confidence to Greg Weeks at: Tel: (905)294-0722 Fax: (905)294-1106 Email: greg@carsonandweeks.com The Corporation of the Town of Whitby is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I in the Public Works Department. Reporting to and under the direction of the Manager of Development Services, the Engineering Technician is responsible for the detailed checking of all grading plans, including individual house siting and grading and servicing plans for commercial/industrial developments; assisting with the processing of plans prior to the issuance of building permits and ensure that all works are completed prior to reduction of Letters of Credit; providing comments on Land Division and Committee of Adjustment applications; and, reviewing and upgrading engineering standings in consultation with supervisory staff. Civil Engineering Technician graduate from a Community College in Municipal or Civil Engineering with a minimum of three (3) years experience in the municipal field, specifically relating to subdivision development; thorough knowledge and understanding of municipal design criteria and engineering requirements; surveying and computers; and Ministry processing; must be able to communicate orally and in written form in a clear and concise manner; possess well-developed interpersonal and public relations skills; and, the ability to work with a minimal amount of supervision. HOURS OF WORK:Monday to Friday - 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. SALARY:$33,761 - $42,224 per annum Detailed resumes, indicating education, experience, references, etc. to be forwarded no later than Friday, February 2nd, 2001 to: Human Resources Department The Corporation of the Town of Whitby 575 Rossland Road East Whitby, Ontario L1N 2M8 FAX: (905) 686-5696 E-MAIL: jobs@town.whitby.on.ca NOTE: We thank all those persons who apply, but advise that acknowledgment will only be forwarded to those applicants who are invited for an interview. Personal information provided is collected under the authority of The Municipal Act. CHIROPRACTIC OFFICE ASSISTANT PROGRAM St a r t s J a n . 2 9 Oshawa Campus Oshawa Centre 419 King St. W. (905) 723-1163 If you believe in giving customers “WOW” service, there’s room on our team for you. DRIVERS NEEDED CASH PAID NIGHTLY MUST HAVE OWN CAR Exp. a definite asset. Drop Resumes In Person 75 CONSUMERS DRIVE, WHITBY No phone calls please. NEED A JOB??? 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Pickering (905) 420-1344 Train for a rewarding career in TRAVEL & TOURISM Training includes: • Travel Fundamentals • Tours • Selling Cruises • Travel Components • Tariffs & Ticketing • Apollo • Travel Agency Operations • SABRE • Internet Communications • Professional Skills • Job Search Call for class details! Seating is limited! Oshawa Campus Oshawa Centre 419 King St. W. (905) 723-1163 Pickering Campus 1450 Kingston Rd. Pickering (905) 420-1344 Train for a rewarding career as a Accounting & Payroll Administrator Training includes: • Internet Communications • Professional Skills • Bookkeeping & Financial Accounting Levels 1 & 2 • Intermediate Accounting • Database Management • Introduction to Payroll • Intermediate Payroll • Computerized Accounting • Word Processing - Level 1 • Spreadsheets Levels 1 & 2 Call now for class information. Seats are limited! COURIER DRIVERS with cars can earn up to $650/weekly With vans can earn up to $1000+/weekly servicing Dur- ham and GTA. (905)427-8093. DISPATCHER for major tow- ing company in the Ajax area required part-time weekends. Suitable for mature student. Call 427–0903 ENTERTAINERS WANTED established entertainment company now hiring DJs & Kareoke hosts. Experience preferred, not required. Fax resume to: 905-427-6992 or e- mail to kjconsulting@home.com ESTHETICIAN,professional, great attitude, fully qualified for busy day spa. Thurs-Sat. Drop off resume to The Skin & Body Clinic, 77 Ontario St. Oshawa or fax to: (905)576- 9176. EXOTIC DANCE CLUB Accept- ing applications for wait staff. Positions are full-time and part-time. Apply in person 947 Dillingham Rd. or call (905)420-2595 FLORAL DESIGNER mini- mum 5 years current verifi- ably experience. Must have excellent customer service skills, flexible hours including weekends. Send resume to The Wall flower 1330 Ritson Rd. N. Oshawa. LIG 6Z6 Fax(905) 436-6827. FRESH AIR,exercise and more. Call for a carrier route in your area today. 905-683– 5117. Experienced FULL-TIME HAIR Stylist, salary plus commis- sion, And Full or part-time Assistant for L'Attitudes at the Pickering Town Centre. Call Rosa at 905-420–1440 or fax resume to (905)947-8143. TEMPORARY TAX Clerk for tax season (full-time for 12 weeks Mid Feb. - Apr. 30) re- quired by Ajax accounting firm. Emphasis on collating and checking. Good interper- sonal and communication skills. Able to organize and prioritize workloads. Fax re- sume to: 905-686-2276. HAIRSTYLIST REQUIRED min. One year experience. Full or Part time. Call 905-852- 4946 HAIRSTYLIST REQUIRED,no colours, no perms, just great hair cuts, full/part time avail- able. Pickering/Toronto loca- tions. Call Chris 416-466- 5599. HAPPY NEW YEAR!Brand new office immediate open- ings short and long term op- portunities. No experience necessary. Call Tasha at (905) 686-9586 MOTIVATED Sales associate needed for jewelry stores in Oshawa, Newmarkert, Scar- borough. Experience in jewel- ry sales an asset. FT/PT. Fax resume to 416-862-7277 JOBS AVAILABLE at Christian Daycare, Part time, full ma- ternity leave. June start, on- call. Fax resume to (905) 839- 8273 by January 25, Attention Joyce or Sonia MUSIC TEACHERS required to instruct in guitar, bass, piano, flute, clarinet and violin. Please fax resume to (905)831–0763. NIGHT CLEANERS, Whitby, full-time, Monday-Friday 4pm-12 midnight, experienced with floor work, some heavy lifting. Call Joseph (416)391– 5609 ext. 300 or fax resume to (416)441-0591 ORGANIST & MUSIC director for St. John's Presbyterian Church Queen St., Port Perry. Interested parties please call Gail, 985-3026 or Lily 985- 0765 PAINT SALES full-time ex- perience preferred, must have an eye for colour, amiable, and in good health (lifting re- quired). Minimum 36 hours per week. No Sundays, bring resume to Oshawa Paint and Wallpaper 894 Simcoe St. N. (No phone calls or faxes please) Full-TIME RECEPTIONISTre- quired for L'Attitudes at the Oshawa Cente. Call Janet (905)723-5937 or fax resume to (905) PEOPLE'S TAXI AJAX - Taxi drivers and mechanic needed immediately for very busy company. Part-time or full- time. 905-427–7770. PENTAGON SECURITY is now accepting applications for the following position: Mobile Ca- nine Unit, own canine. Applic- ants must have Grade 10 and reliable transportation. Ex- perience preferred. Apply in person to: 201 White Oaks Crt., Whitby Ont. Monday- Thursday 9a.m-12 Noon or Fax to: (905)665-0102. PERMANENT full-time sewing machine operators. Experi- ence in single needle, ser- gers, industrial machines. Pay based on experience. Call John (905)427-6296. PERSON NEEDED to work weekends March and April for food preparation and custom- er service. Also physically fit person required for tree dig- ging in April. Fax resume: 905-852-3182 RECEPTIONIST required for top salon in Whitby. Must possess great attitude, eager- ness and be customer friend- ly. Call for appt. 668–8046.cnp SEWERS required to work at home. Must be experienced. Own industrial machine es- sential. For further info. please call 905-725-1462. SHANDEX TRUCK INC.AZ Driver needed immediately. Excellent pay package, bene- fits. US Experience. 70" hi- rise sleepers. Please contact. Bill (905)420–7407 800-219- 6225 STRONG VOICES NEEDED. Telephone sales, no experi- ence necessary. 10:00am- 4:00pm and/or ideal for stud- ents 4:45-8:00pm Dundas/ Thickson area Salary plus commission. 905-579–6222 LOOKING FOR RELIABLE adult carriers with vehicle to deliver door to door in Ajax and Pickering, every Wed., Fri., Sat., by 6 pm. Call 905- 683–5117 and ask for Alka. WANTED - Part or Full Time hairdresser with clientele. Looking for a change, come and talk to us!! 728-1331. WANTED - PARTS HELPER for equipment rental company in Ajax. Drop resumes off at 131 Dowty Dr., Ajax or fax to (905)686-8457 WE ARE LOOKING for mature people to expand our Finan- cial Services business in this area. Experience not neces- sary, we will train. Please call Bozena (905)436-8499 or (905)509-7952 WORK AT HOME Health In- dustry $1000 P/T - $5000 F/T per month. Training available. Call for free information BOOKLET. 416-631-7156. Retail Bus. Opport.115 FIXTURE FOR SALE dress- making & alteration business 21 years, steady clients. Call for further information 433– 8700 or 579-8771 Office Help120 ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT To assist Controller with most accounting functions. Must be proficient with "Windows 98" and software package "Simply Accounting" Part time position approximately 15-20 hours weekly. Fax resume to: 905- 623-4156 Tel; 905-623–2303 Ext. 23. RECEPTIONIST NEEDED. Hrs. 9-5 Mon-Fri. $300/wkly. 18+ Must have fun, bubbly personal- ity. Long term with advancement opportunities. No experience necessary. First 50 people will be interviewed between 2-4pm Thursday January 25th, 2001. Come to 1048 Toy Ave., Unit #8, (Toy Ave is one street east of Bayly & Brock in Pickering). FAST GROWING WHITBY and Brooklin Chiropractic offices seeking enthusiastic, responsi- ble assistants with 6 arms and an eagerness to train. Excellent phone and clerical skills pre- ferred. Resumes in person (Whitby) 701 Rossland Road East, 2nd Floor, Souteast corner of Rossland/Garden, Wednes- day, Friday 7:30am-11:00am or Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 3:00pm-6:30pm; or (Brooklin) 51-A Baldwin Street North (Hwy#12), entrance at back, Monday, Wednesday 6:30pm- 7:30pm, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 11:am-noon, until January 26. LEGAL SECRETARY-Real estate and general , minimum 3 -5 yrs. exp. , MS word and Do process conveyancer for Scarborough firm. Fax. 416-291-1766. WALKER, HEAD,located in Pickering, requires a part- time Legal Secretary (2-3 days per week) to start ASAP. Primarily working with the law clerk to the senior litigation partner on personal injury and medical malpractice files. Must have at least 1-2 years civil litigation experience (non-family) and Microsoft Word. Excel and PowerPoint would be an asset. Resumes with references, in confidence to: Human Resources, Walker Head, 1305 Pickering Parkway, Suite 200, Pickering, Ontario L1V 3P2 or by fax to: 905-420-1073. Sales Help / Agents130 NEW HOME Salesperson. Needed for a NEW site open- ing in the Ajax area. Must have experience. I offer above market Commissions & Bo- nuses. Fax resume to Gail at 905-509-6112. SUITE DREAMS - Durham's leading bedroom specialty store is looking for a Manag- ing Sales Person for an es- tablished location in Durham. An excellent opportunity to join a stable growing compa- ny. Fax resume to Human Re- sources 1-905-624-3054 Skilled Help135 AZ CONTRACT DRIVERS re- quired to run Mid-West USA. Home weekends. (905) 697- 1800. CONVEYER MAINTENANCE company requires main- tenance technician on a daily & on-call basis. Electrical/ mechanical and fabrication required. Please fax resume, Attn John 705-786-7890 ELECTRICIANS required for well established company in Oshawa. Residential experi- ence an asset. Will look at 5th year apprentice. Apply in per- son to: Townsend Electric, 767 Simcoe St. S., or fax to (905)571-4768. MECHANIC/LABOURER:Used car lot in Ajax requires full time employee with good me- chanical knowledge and own tools. Knowledge of Safety Standards an asset. Valid Drivers License with clean abstract a must. Salary + commission. ALSO: F/Time Labourer for car cleaning and detailing shop. No exp. re- quired. Will train right, reliable person. Serious inquiries only. Call (905) 619-2899 (Ajax) XEROX DOCUTECH/5390 OP- ERATOR; experienced; one year contract; Oshawa. Fax: Shannon Human Resources 416-224-2827. CNC TURRET PUNCH PRESS OPERATOR. Precision job shop seeking experienced punch press operator. Top wages/benefits. Call 416-291- 8188 Attn: W. Gardner, or fax resume in confidence: 416- 291-3233. Hospital Medical Dental150 AJAX - FULL-TIME position available for PDA or CDA. Fax resume to 905-686-3327. CERTIFIED DENTAL ASSIS- TANT required for 3 days/ week. No evenings or wee- kends. Please mail or hand deliver resume to: Dr. J.A. Miskin, 3 Harwood Ave. S. Ajax, L1S 2C1 DEDICATED & PROFESSION- AL part-time Hygienist re- quired Tues, Thurs. & some Saturdays for progressive Whitby practice. Call (905)430-0988 or fax to (905)430-1782 or (905)725- 5830. DENTAL ASSISTANT/RECEP- TIONIST for Pediatric dental office in Ajax. 2 yrs. recent exp., Logitech experience, HARP cert. commited and de- pendable. Part time with full time potential. Fax resume to: 416-483-1391. DENTAL HYGIENIST required for Wednesday, 2-8pm. for friendly family practice. Please submit resume in per- son to 312 Dundas St. W., Suite 1, Whitby. DENTAL OFFICE MANAGER required for one year materni- ty leave, starting April 2001 to May 2002. Must have experi- ence with accounts receiv- able, payroll, reconciliation, using Quick Books accounting software. Hours: Tues. - Fri. 8- 5:30 p.m. Please fax resume to: 905-831-5975. RNs/LPNs needed for busy Whitby clinic. Fax resume to 905-668-4023 CERTIFIED PDA - for very fast paced family practice in Ux- bridge. One evening required, no wknds. Minimum 1 year experience. Fax resume to (905) 852-9558. PHARMACIST required part time (8 hours/week) for Health Centre Pharmacy, 1450 Hwy#2 Courtice. Call Louise 905-721-0011 PHARMACY TECHNICIAN re- quired part-time (2 days/ week), experience required. Zadall computer knowledge an asset. Fax resume to Lou- ise 905-721-0770 or drop off at Health Centre Pharmacy, 1450 Hwy#2, Courtice, ON PREVENTIVE DENTAL Assis- tant for Orthodontic office. Computer and Othodontic ex- perience preferred. Send or drop-off resume: Dr. E. Pong, 1050 Simcoe St.N. Suite#112, Oshawa, L1G 4W5 Daycare Wanted160 CAREGIVER P/T Mon.-Fri. 3- 6pm, in my home, Harwood/ Hwy#2. For 7 yr old girl. Must be caring & experienced. Contact Carey 416-725-4662 CHILDCARE REQUIRED in our home for infant (6 months) and before/after school for 4 year-old (bus from street). Non-smoker, light house duty (laundry, meal prep. etc.). Hours approximately 7a.m. to 6 p.m. 3 days week. 905-852- 5189 LIVE OUT NANNY required, north Ajax, start January 29 - June 1 for three children. Call 619–0733 NANNY/HOUSEKEEPER re- quired full-time for 2 children 3 & 6yrs old. Westney/Hwy 2. Drivers license & vehicle an asset. Call 416-716-2024. PICKERING - Daycare needed in our home 1-3 days a week for 8 month & 3yr old. Flexible days. Whites/Finch area. Ref- erences and non-smoker please. (905)837-9283. Daycare Available165 LOVING Christian home day- care, will teach alphabet, numbers and values. 6 months - 5 years preschool, First Aid/CPR. Valley Farm Rd/Hwy 2, near Pickering Go. (905) 837–9600. LOVING DAYCARE,mother of 2 to provide daycare in my home, any age. Full-time or part-time, crafts, stories, meals/snacks, Pickering Vil- lage. Call Laura (905)427– 6237. MATURE LOVING & reliable caregiver would like to pro- vide care for your child/child- ren. Brock/Hwy#2-Pickering Parkway. Full/part-time, flexi- ble hours, night shifts avail- vailble. references available. For information contact 619- 2922. PICKERING Beach / Rollo: Loving daycare; 18 months to 12 years. Daily outings (fenced backyard and park). Crafts, story time, music, nu- tritious meals & snacks. First Aid, C.P.R. certified. Non- smoking, receipts. 905-428- 1244. BROCK / MAJOR OAKS Tender loving home daycare for your child on quiet court, fenced yard, playroom. 11 years exp. nursing back- ground, references. 683-8934 WEST INDIAN HOME, baby- sitter available, Pickering Monday-Friday, full time, minimum 2 years old. Call (905)428–9752. WESTNEY/ROSSLAND - reli- able babysitter available. 15 years experience. Hot lunches and snacks, fenced yard, close to Lester B. Pearson School. References. Receipts, reasonable rates. Babies wel- comed. Call 427–4937 Firewood205 KOZY HEAT FIREWOOD,ex- cellent very best quality hard- wood, guaranteed extra long time fully seasoned, (ready to burn) cut & split Honest measurement, free delivery, 905-753-2246. ABSOLUTELY THE BEST - top quality seasoned hardwood. Serving Pickering, Ajax, Whit- by and Oshawa. Call DURHAM FIREWOOD 427–5278 ROKA FIREWOOD - 4x8x12", $69 - 4x8x16" $75. Locally owned & operated since 1961. Days 705- 277-3381 toll free from Oshawa or Evenings 434-6665. Articles for Sale220 CARPETS - lots of carpet, 100% nylon, new stain re-lease carpets on hand, I will carpet 3 rooms, $349. Price includes carpet, pre- mium pad, expert installation, fast delivery, free estimates (30 yards). Norman 686-2314. 1988 DODGE 8 passenger Caravan, emission & safety checked. Looks & runs good. Driven approx 20,000kms/ year. Priced to sell at $3495. Brand new PIONEER HOME THEATER SYSTEM, I won it, you can buy it $375. KIMBALL SWINGER ORGAN & bench $395. Call (905)433-7548. REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY AZ Tandem Van Drivers To Run U.S. and Canada Up to 41 cents per mile Please Call TRANSPORT SOLUTIONS 1-800-255-4473 Counter Help Part-time evenings Bring Resume in person from 6-9pm Just Desserts 1163 Kingston Rd, Pickering CLASSIFIED CUSTOMER SERVICE News Advertiser re- quests that advertisers check their ad upon publication as News Ad- vertiser will not be re- sponsible for more than one incorrect insertion and there shall be no li- ability for non-insertion of any advertisement. Liability for errors in ads is limited to the amount paid for the space occu- pying the error. All copy is subject to the appro- val of management of News Advertiser. PAGE 14-THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 24, 2001 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net A NEW YEAR ... A NEW CAREER Tired of your old job?Join one of Canada's largest Advertising Firms dealing with major accounts - Sports, Entertainment, Food & Beverage Industry Fun and supportive environment. Advancement opportunity available. No exp. necessary. Training provided. No Telemarketing. Call (905) 571-0102 E.C.E. TEACHER required for busy Child Care Centre in Claremont. Send resume by fax to 905-649-2085 HOUSEKEEPERS/LAUNDRY Part Time available weekends. Good people skills. Hotel experience preferred. Transportation needed. Please fax resume to: (905) 436-9544 KOTT LUMBER is on the grow Multiple positions available Truss Assemblers and Yard Work Base rate $9.00/hr -- Apply in person 14 Anderson Blvd. Corner Hwy 47 & Durham Rd. 30 (905) 642-4400 MAINTECH GROUP OF INDUSTRIES has an opportunity for an ADMINISTRATION/CUSTOMER SERVICE PERSON F/T Monday-Friday 8:30-5:00pm. Successful candidate must be highly organized, computer proficient, detail oriented with strong people skills. We are located in Scarborough at Markham & Steeles. For more information please fax resume to 416-754-7281 RURAL DELIVERY PERSON NEEDED FOR THE GREENWOOD AREA You would be required to insert flyers into papers and deliver them house to house every Wednesday, Friday and Sat- urday before 6:00 pm. Must have a car. For more information, call Michelle at The News Advertiser at 905-683-5117 60 FULL & PART TIME SECURITY OFFICERS Required Immediately Applicants must be willing to work various hours, evenings, weekends and holidays. We are looking for well groomed, mature persons with excellent communication skills (written and verbal). Previous security ex- perience and lst aid and CPR certificates an asset. Must have reliable transportation Law and Security Students welcome. Apply at Ontario Guard Services (Durham) Inc. 124 Wilson Rd. South, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 6C1 TRACTOR / EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Nursery worker required for wholesale farm operation to assist in all aspects of field and container production including field prep., cultivating, planting etc. Only applicants with extensive agricultural or nursery experience will be considered. Please send resume to: Weall and Cullen Nurseries c/o Carolyn Hardie 4580 Baldwin St. S. Whitby, ON L1R 2W4 Fax: (905) 655-8537 e-mail: farm@weallandcullen.com UXBRIDGE TIMES JOURNAL & TRIBUNE REQUIRES RURAL ROUTE DRIVERS to deliver newspapers Wednesday & Friday in the following areas: * Uxbridge * Goodwood Reliable Vehicle Required Call Debbie (905)852-9141 We've got great things in store for you! NOW HIRING FULL TIME & PART TIME STOREFRONT All shifts available. Morning Shifts 5 a.m. - 10 a.m. Monday - Friday Also Donut and Muffin Bakers Full and Part time Apply in person or fax resume to: 1750 Bayly St. W. Pickering (905)428–0883, Fax (905) 428-2216 "An employer you can count on" MUSIC TEACHERS Required with car. Minimum Grade 8 practi- cal, Grade 2 Theory (or equivalent) Piano or vocal. Flexible hours. Please email resume to: learnmusic@home.com or call (905) 721–9799 110 General Help 110 General Help ADMINISTRATOR/BOOKKEEPER A well-established company in Ajax requires person for various office functions. Candidates should have previous bookkeeping experience. Send resume to: Olympia Supply 377 MacKenzie #6, Ajax L1S 2G2 or fax to (905)683-9287 120 Office Help 120 Office Help 120 Office Help 120 Office Help Canada's number one home furnishing re- tailer is now hiring Sales Associates for: Furniture, Appliances/Electronic Sales. Home furnishing sales experience not abso- lutely necessary. However, you must be en- thusiastic, personable, presentable and will- ing to learn. This is a rare opportunity for career oriented individuals to join the re- nowned industry leader and earn above average incomes ($40,000 - $100,000) in a friendly, stable and profitable work environ- ment. Our benefits include medical in- surance, dental insurance, prescription drug plan, generous employee discounts and prof- it sharing, along with career growth oppor- tunities to those who aspire to management positions. Please send your resume or apply at 1500 Victoria St. E., Whitby, Ontario L1N 9M3 We thank everyone who applies, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted 130 Sales Help/Agents 130 Sales Help/Agents 130 Sales Help/Agents 135 Skilled Help 135 Skilled Help 135 Skilled Help 135 Skilled Help INSTALLATION CO-ORDINATOR OF SYSTEMS FURNITURE Duties include daily scheduling of installations, manpower, truck assignments, job costing and quotes. Experience in Systems furniture Call Mrs. Lyon 905-839-2057 or fax 905-839-5724 Pickering area 135 Skilled Help 135 Skilled Help JUNIOR ELECTRICAL DESIGNER Required to create electrical designs, documented using AutoCAD, for a medium- sized manufacturing company. Duties will also include PLC programming using A-B, Modicom, Siemens, or G.E. hardware. The successful candidate will have Two years of related industrial experience, and a college diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology. This position is located in Ajax, Ontario, and occasional business travel may be required. Please reply in confidence, to the Engineering Manager, via facsimile at (905)427-2361 Wanted TRUCK TRAILER MECHANICS Busy Scarboro shop! We offer: Competitive Benefits/wages tool allowance. Boots/coveralls suppled. For information call (416) 291-5414 ext. 250 or fax your resume to: (416) 291-6895 150 Hospital Medical Dental 150 Hospital Medical Dental 150 Hospital Medical Dental RN's & RPN's F/T & P/T experienced in LTC. Computer literacy an asset. Fax or Mail resume to: Director of Resident Care Sunnycrest Nursing Home 1635 Dundas St. E. Whitby, Ont. L1N 2K9 Fax: 905-576-4712 150 Hospital Medical Dental 150 Hospital Medical Dental 165 Daycare Available 165 Daycare Available 165 Daycare Available 110 General Help 110 General Help 120 Office Help 120 Office Help SELL IT NOW CALL AJAX 683-0707 ONTA RIO PROPERTY ASSESSMENT CORPORATION ACCOUNTS COORDINATOR The Ontario Property Assessment Corporation is offering a challenging opportunity within the area of Finance and Administration. You will provide accounting and financial services for OPAC’s accounts receivable and accounts payable activities. This will include verifying and processing all A/P and A/R transactions, maintaining the master A/P and A/R module, ensuring sub-ledgers are updated, reconciling A/P and A/R to the corporation’s general ledger and preparing monthly reports. You will also ensure that payments are timely and in compliance with regulations. As an ideal candidate, your knowledge of standard accounting principles and practices is combined with a solid understanding of financial and administrative policies and procedures. In addition, you possess solid communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to prioritize, a detail and deadline-oriented mentality and proficiency in the use of microcomputers and software applications (WordPerfect, GroupWise and Lotus) in a Windows environment. PeopleSoft experience would be an asset. OPAC is responsible for the assessment of all properties in Ontario. We have more than 1,700 employees who work at our head office in Pickering, or in one of our many field offices locate throughout the province. We are a results-driven organization, continu-ously seeking better ways to serve our customers. We pride ourselves on being a great place to work and a great place to do business. LOCATION: Pickering, Ontario Applications will be accepted up to February 9, 2001. Please submit your résumé, quoting File No. OPAC-030-01, to: The Ontario Property Assessment Corporation, Attn.: Human Resources Department, Suite 701, 1305 Pickering Parkway, Pickering, Ontario L1V 3P2. www.opac.on.ca While OPAC thanks all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for interviews. PETS ON PETS ON TVTV Dogs, Cats, Birds and Exotic Animals needed for TV commercials, series, films, catalogues and brochures. Send picture with name and phone number with info on pet to: P.O. Box 58541, 197 Sheppard Ave. E., Tor., M2N 3A8."TOO MANY LEADS" Not Enough Sales Professionals Canadian Select Farm Foods Is Ontario's Largest Bulk Food Company We specialize in the Rapidly Expanding Free Range Food Industry, Top Commission, Rapid Advancement All leads Supplied Car Required No experience required Call Dennis 1-877-560-8200 The Uxbridge Times Journal/Tribune requires Rural Route Drivers to deliver newspapers twice a week to the following areas: Uxbridge (North & South) Goodwood, Stouffville Reliable vehicle required Call Debbie 905-852-9141 is seeking PACKAGING MECHANICS Must have Ontario Industrial Millwrights license, experience with high speed PLC controlled packaging equipment. Shift work required. Start rate $23.21. Send resume to: 144 Mills Road, Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H1 Fax 905-683-5087 bsmith@mother-parkers.com FREE WEEK Jan. 29 - Feb. 3 inclusive SALES DEALERS NEEDED • FREE KIT • FREE SAMPLES And no sign up fee! Call now to reserve your kit. Pauline: 416-398-9390 Pauline—Avon@Hotmail.com Attention: Stay-At-Home Moms! Urgently seeking Daycare Providers CALL NOW • Paid Statutory Holidays and child sick days • Some equipment supplied • Support/Training/Workshops • Insurance Coverage Please call: (905) 686-4816 A LICENSED AGENCY RN’S, RPN’S, PSW’s,HCA’s & HSW’s JOB FAIR Spectrum Health Care A Commitment to Excellence For Staff relief work at hospitals, private duty. • New Pay Rates • New benefit package including Rx and Dental! • Referral bonus • Free PSW Upgrading WE WANT TO BE YOUR AGENCY! See us at: The Annandale Golf Club, off Church St., N. of Bayly, Lower Lounge Monday, January 29, 10am-4pm For details call Human Resources 416-964-0322 or fax resume to 416-964-0912 A family owned & operated business, serving Oshawa for 78 Years. After major renovations and an increase in business we are in need of a few good people to continue to serve our valued customers. We have openings for the following positions: Class A General Mechanics for evening shift. (Minimum 3 years General Motors experience and basic General Motors training would be an asset) Automotive Trimmer (glass and electrical experience preferred) Control Tower Operator (Reynolds & Reynolds experience an asset) We can offer you above average compensation, a comprehensive benefit package, and ongoing professional training, in a friendly, team atmosphere. In exchange we ask for quality work and professionalism. Please send you resume and a hand written cover letter to: Mr. Jim Heffering or Mr. Tony Budkowski 140 Bond St. W. Oshawa, ON. L1H 7L8 We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Ontario Motor Sales Limited is an equal opportunity employer. CHEVROLET • OLDSMOBILE CADILLAC • CHEVY TRUCKS 9 PIECE - oak dining room su- ite, like new, must sell. Call (416)372-0623 (pgr). A SNOWSTORM OF SAV- INGS!!- Luigi is plowing his way to the biggest sale ever! Mattresses from $89/futons from $165. All merchandise must be cleared. Prices so low - you won't believe your eyes! If you're looking. For the best deal on furniture. Check us out first. All futons, bean bags, Simmons mattresses, palliser leather and upholstery sofas and loveseats, bedroom suites, recliners, priced for quick clearance. Luigi's Fur- niture, 488 King St. W., Osha- wa, (905) 436-0860. Always the best quality at our lowest price ever!! JVC DOLBY DIGITAL 5.1 sur- round sound home theatre system; 500 digital packages must go; System includes re- ceiver, DVD and CD player, 5 speakers, for complete 5.1 surround for only $957. Super digifine high end JVC tuners, amplifiers, CD players, cas- sette decks, turntables, signal processors, VCRs, DVD play- ers, televisions. 90 day laya- way. Oshawa Stereo 579– 0893 BRAND NEW,never used JVC car stereo. KS-ES200 graphic equalizer with sub woofer output. KD-LX1 CD re- ceiver with power output of 160 watts. $450. or best offer. (905) 436-9823. CARPETS SALE & HARD- WOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $339. (30 sq. yd.) Includes: carpet, premium pad and installation. Free estimates, carpet repairs. Serving Durham and sur- rounding area. Credit Cards Accepted Call Sam 905-686- 1772. CARPET AND VINYL SALE- Carpet three rooms, 30 square yards, from $339 installed. I will discount your best quote up to 10%. New colors and designs.Customer satisfaction guaranteed. Call Mike for your free estimate, 905-431-4040 COMPUTER-PENTIUM 166, 32Mb ram, 2GB-HDD, 3-1/2 floppy, 24x CD-Rom, 56k mo- dem, sound/video card, key- board, speakers, mouse, free internet, colour monitor, $350. Can deliver & set up. 60" big screen TV, Magnavox 3 years old..great shape $1800. 3-man hot-tub, brand new, blue mar- ble fibreglass, $1800. 905- 439-4789. CONTENTS SALE - Moving Soon! Cherrywood 9pc dining- room suite $3,000; Oak china cabinet w/3 glass panes; Cherry/marble credenza; liv- ingroom suite, freezer. All good condition. (905)668- 0328. (leave msg) DINING ROOM SUITE pecan colour table extends to 70" & 4 chairs & buffet with glass shelves & light. Very good condition $1200 obo 905- 852- 4420 DININGROOM SET - red oak, buffet & hutch, table w/2 leafs, 4 chairs. $750., Chesterfield with built-in 2 lazy boy chairs $300. Call (905)666-2932 (leave msg) DSS SYSTEMS - HU test cards with/without systems. AlsoDISH network sys- tems.Get all the local chan- nels with your dish for $175. Website caribdss.com or email: caribdss@yahoo.com or Call (905)426-9578. HARDWOOD FLOORING FOR BETTER HEALTH. Unfinished from $1.99/sq.ft.; prefinished from $2.99/sq.ft. Also, refin- ishing old floors & sanding needs. Showroom: Kendal- wood Plaza 1801 Dundas St. E., Whitby 905-433-9218 OSHAWA HARDWOOD FLOORS LTD. KENMORE FROST- FREE fridge and electric stove, $450; complete stainless steel chimney for wood stove, $750. obo. 432–2058. LARGE FREEZER & FRIDGE with no freezer for sale $50. (905) 852-3183 LOSE WEIGHT FAST for the new millennium. Natural and guaranteed. Doctor recom- mended. Please call (416) 449–7259 or visit us at suc- cesswithus@cjstudios.com MICROWAVE AND STAND $50; 9 pce. diningroom set $900; bedroom dresser + nightstands $75. Call Ray 905-626-8370 PIANO TECHNICIAN available for tuning, repairs, & pre-pur- chase consultation on all makes & models of acoustic pianos. Reconditioned Heintz- man, Yamaha, Mason & Risch, & other grand or upright pianos for sale, start- ing at $695. Boxing Day pric- es! Check out the web at www.barbhall.com or call Barb at 905-427-7631. Visa, MC, Amex. PIANOS & GRANDFATHER CLOCKS. Take advantage of our Warehouse pricing on all Roland digital pianos and Sa- mick acoustic pianos and all Howard Miller clocks.. Large selection of used pianos (Ya- maha, Kawai etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with less- ons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental payments apply. Call TELEP PIANO (905) 433- 1491. www.TelepPiano.com- WE WILL NOT BE UNDER- SOLD! POOL TABLE 6 x 12, Bruns- wick slate top, excellent con- dition. Call 705-953-9177 POOL TABLES. 8' and 9' slate billiard tables for sale. Call 905-420–6113. RENT TO OWN new and re- conditioned appliances, and new T.V's. Full warranty. Pad- dy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798-5502. SOLID OAK kitchen cup- boards, custom made, ap- pliances included. 905-986– 0671. OAK/PINE FURNITURE...Our Mission Furniture is on the floor...Come and see the Style that has turned the Furniture World upside down..We are also now carrying a full line of HANDCRAFTED MENNONITE FURNITURE in addition to our own lines...Traditional Wood- working is the leading manu- facturer of SOLID WOOD FURNITURE in the Durham Region...Bring your ideas/ plans and let us turn them into reality..Drop in and see our State of the Art Woodworking facility and let us show you how fine furniture is made..Remember..."There is no Substitute for Quali- ty"...Traditional Woodwork- ing...115 North Port Road (South off Reach Road), Port Perry...905-985-8774....www. traditionalwoodworking.on.ca SCRATCH AND DENT - Varie- ty of new appliances, 5 cu. ft freezers, $199. Full manufac- turers warranty. Recondi- tioned fridges $195 / up, re- conditioned ranges $125/ up, reconditioned dryers $125 / up, reconditioned washers $199 / up, new and recondi- tioned coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New brand name fridges $480 and up, new 30" ranges with clock and window $430. Recondi- tioned 24" ranges and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and reconditioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa. (905)576–7448. ANTIQUE BATH TUB, cast iron, excellent condition. Call 721–1703 (snp) APPLIANCES:refrigerator 2- door frost free, deluxe stove, matching heavy duty washer/ dryer $675/all-will separate. Also Kenmore washer used 2 years $250 +Dryer. Also Fridge, stove, washer dryer, dishwasher 8months old, rea- sonable. 905-767-6598. ANTIQUES 4 COLLECTIBLES - 76 Elgin Street Bowmanville, Ontario. Open Fri. Sat. Sun. 11-5 p.m. or by appointment. 697-3164. eg. China, Plates, Furniture, Candles, Old bot- tles, milk cans etc. Articles Wanted230 ANTIQUES?Absolutely!Ad- vice- always valuable, usually free! Purchasing outright, es- tates w/some antique cont- ents, (no limit to value con- sidered), collections of any sort, quantities or single an- tique items. Special interest in Moorcroft pottery. I'll try to re- spond to all queries. Robert Bowen Antiques- Brooklin, Ontario. (905)655-8049 or (905)242-0890. Arts & Crafts260 BOOKING FOR FOLK ART CLASSES starting soon, All levels, welcome. Beginners our speciality. Seminars available. Shift workers ac- comodated. Call (905) 576- 3947 for information Lost & Found280 FOUND - Anyone attending Oshawa Whitby This Weeks' Career & Job Fair at Holiday Inn on Wed. Jan. 17th, who is missing a photo album or gold bracelet, please identify by contacting the Classified Dept. at 576-9335 FOUND - January 11 in the Finch and Altona area , cross Collie-Shepherd, brown in co- lour. Call Jim (905) 831-1223. FOUND - long haired white/ brown male cat. Very friendly. Found Thursday, January 18th - Dunlop/Dovedale area. (905) 665-7684. FOUND - male ginger tom cat, orange, white, found end of november 2000. Pickering - White's Rd. area. 837–2543 LOST- CUSTOM designed, hand made, 14kt yellow & white gold, diamond tennis bracelet. Very high sentimen- tal value. REWARD. (905)655– 9600 Pets/Supplies/ Boarding290 TOY POODLE PUPPIES differ- ent colours, male (705) 357- 3355 PIT BULL PUPPIES -3 fe- males, 1 male, Rednose, Ready to go Feb. lst. Parents on site. Call (905) 432-0067 after 7 p.m. MINI DACHSHUND pups, 8 wks. old, 2 males black and tan, short hair, parents on site. Vet checked. 1st shots. 905- 623-2559 (snp) ENGLISH SPRINGER Spaniel pups M/F, black/white and liv- er/white. 7 weeks old CKC registered, 1st shots and de- wormed. Raised by children. 905-473-6281. AMERICAN COCKER SPANIEL pups, adorable bundles of love, tenderly home-raised, purebred, duclaws and tails docked, first shots and vet checked. 905-985-8021. LAB PUPS - Black males & females, available now. Champion sired, CKC regis- tered, , micro chipped, first shots, vet checked, health guarantee, $650. (705)357- 1797. BEAUTIFUL PUPPIES - MIN- IATURE POODLES, CKC reg- istered, 3 year guaranteed, micro chipped, (705)324-2966 GOLDEN RETRIEVERS, CKC registered, 3 year guaranteed, micro chipped, (905)986- 5845. Ready to go! Automobiles for Sale300 1988 CAVALIER,4 cy., 4 dr, good condition needs minor work $l,800 as is. 1988 sun- bird, 4 cy. 4 dr., good condi- tion $2,000 cert. 438–8856 1988 OLDS 88,runs great, $1000 as is. Call (905)571– 5793 1989 CHRYSLER Le Baron, fully loaded, 2 door, good con- dition, 141,000km, new brakes, exhaust & battery. Maroon colour. $2,800. (905)430–7507 1989 FLEETWOOD CADDY - 125kms, 4.5 motor, very clean, will certify. Call days 905-623-4887 or nights 905- 987-3637 1989 PONTIAC FIREBIRD,2.8 litre v-6 engine, p.w., p.l., p. mirrors, tilt steering, cruise, t- roofs. Needs some work but worth fixing up. Only 155,000 kil. $3,000 as is or best offer. Call (905) 436-9823. 1990 CHEVY LUMINA EURO, 3.1L, 275,000kms, P/W, P/B, P/S. Body in good shape. Needs windshield/brakes. $1,100 OBO uncertified. Call 905-983-1145. snp 1990 FORD Tempo, 169,000kms, $1995. 1990 Cavalier 200,000kms $2995. 1990 Sable 113,000kms $3295. 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix $3295. Above vehicles certified, emission tested. (905)683-7301 or (905)706- 2018. 1991 LUMINA Z34, black with rare 5-speed, air con, good condition, certified $4800. Call 434–2802 1993 CHEV. CAVALIER,4 dr. auto, am/fm cass, ps, pb, 228,000 km, runs great , very little rust, easily certifiable, will pass emission. $2500 obo. MUST SELL! (WOULD CONSIDER SNOWMOBILE AS TRADE). 905-434-0392 (snp) 1993 EAGLE VISION TSI,3.5 litre engine, 128,000 kil., pow- er windows, power locks, leather interior, alloy wheels, excellent condition. Certified, $8,700. Telephone Markham (905) 471-8875 1994 CHRYSLER INTREPID, white, leather interior, AM/FM cassette, new brakes & bat- tery. Good condition, well maintained. Will certify & emissions test. Asking $5500- obo. 905-831–7150 1994 MAZDA MX3 Exc. Cond. 4 cyl. 5 speed 90,000 kms. certified & e-tested. 571-5138 $6495. 1995 CHEV CAVALIER, 4 dr, air, cruise, tilt, 84,000kms, lady driven, like new, certified and E-tested, asking $7,700. Call 905-579–6727 1995 HONDA CIVIC LX, 61,000km, auto, air, am/fm cassette, 4 dr, new tires, new muffler, certified/emmision tested. Lady driven. Blue/grey. Excellent condition. $11,500. (905)983-5712. 1996 CHEV CAVALIER 2 door, 5 sp, air cond, AM/FM cas- sette, colour purple, 180,000 kms, $4800 as is. Call 905- 404–1435 1997 Chrysler Intrepid ES, 3.3 Litre, teal blue, 94,000 kms, fully loaded, keyless entry, immaculate, safety and emis- sion tested. One female own- er. Asking $10,500 obo- Must sell!!. Call 728-9815. (snp) 1997 GRAND AM GT, white, automatic, air, power wind- ows, locks & doors, tint, lady driven, nonsmoker, 60,000kms, $13,900 o.b.o. Call Dave (905)430–3154 1998 BLACK SUNFIRE GT Coupe, auto, loaded, rust checked, 2.4L, twin cam. P.W. P.door locks, cruise, air, key- less entry, am/fm stereo CD, 6 speakers, highway driven. $14,000. (905)668–3995, leave mess. 93 FORD ESCORT,5 spd., green, 124,000 km, excellent condition, oil sprayed every year since new, one owner, asking $3700. 905-985-0970. AFFORDABLE USED CARS, 1996 TAURUS, loaded, just traded. 1995 CORSICA, V6, auto, 4dr., $7995. 1994 MET- RO GEO, 5-spd, 2dr., $5995. 1998 SATURN 4dr., air, low kms, $12,995. 1998 TOYOTA TERCEL, 2dr., 5-spd, $8,995. 1999 ACCENT, 2dr., 5-spd., $10,995. WE FINANCE! O.A.C. PICKERING VILLAGE HYUN- DAI, Kingston Rd. & Church St., Pickering Village. (905)427–0111 FIND YOUR NEXT used vehi- cle at: durhamwheels.com Automobiles Wanted305 CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in running condition. Call 427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MUR- AD AUTO SALES. IS THERE A TAX deduction in your driveway? The Kidney Car Program accepts all vehi- cles in any condition. Tax de- ductible. Free towing. Call 1- 800-565-5511.cnp WANTED - inexpensive cars or trucks. Running or not, but not too rusty. Free removal. Call 905-434-0392 (snp) WANTED dead or alive! Big bucks for cars & trucks, one hour pick-up, free towing. Mo- tors, transmissions, parts and insulation available. Call Ed's (416)281-3499 Trucks for Sale310 1986 CHEV S-10, V6, extend- ed cab, auto, safety, emission tested, lots of new parts, ex- cellent condition. $3200. Call (905)576–5476 1990 CHEVY SUBURBAN, excellent condition inside and out, painited in 1997, au- tomatic, all power, air, 175,000 kil. $6,000 certified or best offer. (905) 666–3203 A STEAL!!! 1999 FORD F150 XL. 4-wheel drive, silver/ black colour. Take over lease $566./mo. or purchase for $23,500. No down payment. 905-666-2173, 905-706-8606. Vans/ 4 Wheel Drive320 1978 FULL-SIZED CHEVY VAN Customized interior, good working condition, needs body work. As is, $2,500 or best offer. Call Tino after 7p.m. 905-436–3129 1993 EXPLORER 4x4, 2 door, 160,000kms, certified. Excel- lent condition. Asking $10,500. Call (905)686–1880. 1997 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER excellent condition, 5 door, luggage racks, loaded, 1 own- er, certified, emission tested, 101,000 kms, light blue, $11,300. Call 905-686-2258 Snowmobiles360 1993 POLARIS INDY RXL 650, low miles, $4500 obo (in- cludes trail pass). Excellent condition, electronic fuel in- jection, independent front sus- pension, 3 cylinder. Trailer sold separately. Contact Dave 905-985-9998 (snp) 1994 ARCTIC CAT Jag Z. 440cc. Hand and thumb warmers, reverse and stud- ded. Low kilometers. $3200. 1997 Formula 3. 600cc. Hand warmers and studded. Very good shape. $4,700. Call 263– 8139 1995 POLARIS INDY 800 Storm, with double trailer, $4,000. Call 905-579-3962, af- ter 6 pm. SNOWMOBILE 1972 640 Nor- dic, electric start. 1972 T&T 340, new tracks, new under- carriage, rebuilt motor in 1999. Both in good running condition. Asking $1500/pair or will separate. 655-4356. Apartments For Rent400 OSHAWA, 2 - BEDROOM APT available from Feb 1st. Electric heat, washer/dryer each floor. Very quiet, exclu- sive, adult building. No pets. 905-579–9016. 2 BEDROOM basement apart- ment. Harwood/401 separate entrance. Shared laundry. No- smoking. $750/month Inclu- sive 1st/last. One parking space. Call 426 7696 2-BEDROOM basement apartment in Ajax close to all amenities. Separate entrance. Air-conditioning, 1-car park- ing. Available Immediately. $800 all inclusive, no pets, non-smokers. Call 905-619- 8091. AJAX-WESTNEY/ROSSLAND 1-bedroom basement apart- ment. Separate entrance, full 3-pc bathroom, eat-in kitchen includes fridge/stove. Laundry facilities/utilities included. Non-smoker, no pets. Refer- ences, 1st/last. Mature couple preferred. Avail. immed. $700/ month. 905-619-1461 AJAX, 2-BEDROOM base- ment apartment, available Fe- bruary 1st. Non-smoker, no pets. $775 monthly, first/last required. Near school & hos- pital. No laundry. Separate entrance, 1 car parking. (905)426–1381 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY, Basement apartment Brock/ Hwy#2, unfurnished, heat, hy- dro, air conditioning included. Working, non-smoking, sin- gle. Near mall, buses, 401. First/last, $675/month. Call 905-619–2603 BRIGHT, CLEAN walkout 1- bedroom basement apart- ment. Separate entrance. Near stores, schools, parks. North Ajax, $750 all inclusive + ca- ble. No smokers. Available immediately. 619–6643 BROCK & FINCH,large 2 bedroom basement apt, in- cludes private laundry, sepa- rate entrance, parking. Avail. Feb. 15, $875/mo. all inclu- sive, call to view 905-619– 2495. after 6 pm. COURTICE - New 2 bedroom basement apartment. Sepa- rate entrance. Available Feb. 15th, $800/month, first/last. Non-smoking, no pets. Call 905-435–0867 COURTICE - exceptional main floor 2 bedroom, country set- ting, prefer working couple, non-smoking/no pets, air, 2- car parking, own yard, $750. inclusive. March lst. (905) 697–8904 COURTICE/OSHAWA.Bright 2 bedroom, full kitchen, laundry $750 inclusive. Avail March 1 non-smoking, no pets. Call 571–0202 OSHAWA NEWLY decorated 2 bedroom apartment, close to 401, upper of house, $600/ month, all inclusive except cable. References +first/last required. Avail. Feb. 1st/01. Call 905-987-3043 for appt OSHAWA - near GM, spotless 2 bedroom half-basement apt. in new very quiet adult 5-plex. Suit semi-retired professional people, single or couple. No pets, no smokers. $620/ month. Hydro extra. Includes heat, water, 1-parking. First and last. References. Avail- able March 1st or April 1st. Ravine Rd. 905-728-3634. PICKERING - 1 bedroom basement apartment. Occu- pancy for 1, all included $700. First & last, available now. Call 905-831-8860. PICKERING BACHELOR apt, basement, Liverpool/Bayley, close to GO/401, separate en- trance, shared laundry, park- ing, no pets, references, available Feb.1st, $650 inclu- sive. 905-831-0419. PRESTIGIOUS Rougemount- South of 401 (Pickering). Spa- cious 1-bedroom apt. C/V, c/a, separate entrance, fridge, stove, laundry, No smoking/ pets. $800/month inclusive. First/last, references. Avail- able March 1. 905-509-5090 OSHAWA Quiet building near shopping, transportation. Util- ities included. Simcoe/Mill 2 bedroom avail immediatley $779; 1 bedroom Feb.1st, $679. (905) 436-7686 until 7:30pm. SOUTH AJAX - one bedroom unfurnished basement apt., parking, cable, air con. in- cluded. Clean adult home. Suitable for one person. First/ last, $700/mo. Available im- mediately. 905-428–0329 SOUTH OSHAWA - Banff St, one bedroom basement apt. Coin laundry on premises. No pets, first and last $625/mo. includes heat and hydro. Available Feb. 1st. Call 723- 0619 SPACIOUS bright clean 2- bedroom, eat-in kitchen, liv- ing/dining combined, garage, separate entrance, backs onto park. All inclusive, near all amenities. Available March 1st. Townline/Hwy 2. $835/ month (416)818–8797 SPACIOUS well-maintained 2 bedroom apts. Avail. at 900 and 888 Glen St. Some with walk-in closets, paint provid- ed. Close to schools, shopping centre, GO Station. Utilities included. Call (905)728-4993. TWO BEDROOM main floor apartment King St. E. near Townline Oshawa, bright, pri- vate quiet, parking, walking distance to shopping and bus. $900/month inclusive. March lst. lst/last. References, (905) 579-8339. WEST SHORE, self-contained, 2-bedroom basement apart- ment, no pets, no smoking. $825/month. Available imme- diately. Call (416)335–3430 WHITBY, LARGE 1-bedroom plus den basement apartment, separate entrance. Living/di- ningroom w/fireplace. Eat-in kitchen, shared laundry, all inclusive. No pets. $825/ month. First/last, references. March 1st. (905)668–7008 WHY rent when you can own your own home for less than you think?!! Call Dave Hay- lock Sales Rep. Re/Max Summit Realty (1991) Ltd. (905) 668-3800 or (905) 666- 3211. Houses For Rent410 A-ABA-DABA-DO, I have a home for you! 6 months free! From $550/month OAC, up to $6,000 cash back to you, $29,500+ family income. Short of down payment? For spectacular results Ken Col- lis, Associate Broker, Cold- well Banker RMR Real Estate (905)728-9414 or 1-877-663- 1054 email:kcollis@trebnet.com 3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW, Sunderland area, non-smoker, no dogs. $1150/month plus utilities. Paula 905-763-1725. A UNBEATABLE DEAL!From $500. down, own your own home starting at $69,900 car- ries for less than rent. OAC. 24 hrs free recorded message 905-728-1069 ext 277. Cold- well Banker RMR Real Estate. Aurelia Rasanu. AJAX - available immediate/ Feb. 1st. 4 bedrooms, 3 bath- rooms, large home, laundry, garage, appliances, $1250. plus utilities. Call 831–9500 Dennis Morgan. Cell# 416- 587-0060 AJAX AREA - 3 bedroom, 5 appliances, close to schools, shopping, transit. Available March lst. lst/last, references. For more info call 427–3456 AJAX SOUTH - 2+1 bdrms, newly renovated bungalow, large lot, 4 appliances, avail. immediately. $1,100/month plus utilities. First, last & ref- erences. Call (905)427–9594 ASHBURN (Brooklin)exquisitely finished bottom-floor of estate house. Huge kitchen, living room, family room, 5pc. bath, sep. laundry, 5/appliances. Non- smoker, no/pets. $950/inclusive March 1. 905-655-5992 BROOKLIN - Large 5 bed- room home. 2 family rooms, fenced backyard - 3 acres. Good condition. Suitable for one family (with in-laws) $1,500 monthly. Tenant pays utilities. (905)427-6095. COURTICE - spacious 4 bed- room home. Appliances, parking, $1300 includes utili- ties and cable. First/last. Available immediately. Call 905-427-2883 AJAX -3 bdrm., large yard, inground pool, garage, 5 ap- pliances. Avail. March 1st. $1,500/month + utilities. First , last & references required. Call (705)444-7393. OSHAWA -Spacious 3 bed- room duplex. Great views on the lake. Fenced yard, privacy, parking. Feb 1st occupancy until Oct 1st. $875 water included. References. Chris at 571-7749 OSHAWA- 3-BEDROOM,rent /rent to own. New kitchen, bath- rooms, carpet, ceramic/hard- wood floors, fireplace, jacuzzi, large yard, double-garage, exce- llent neighbourhood, $1245/mo. plus. Available Feb.1, 905- 571–6658. PICKERING Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 storey, C/A, appliances, garage, non-smoker, $1250/mo. + utili- ties.Available April lst. (905)- 428-2015. Housing Wanted415 CHRISTIAN FAMILY looking for XXXL house for helping kids & raising our own. Good price, Oshawa location preferred but flexible. Flexible possession. Call (905)436–9793. Rooms for Rent430 $400 PER MONTH, Whitby - Rossland and Bassett, furnished bedroom, central air, bus at door. Cable. Non-smoking, prefer mature working person or pen- sioner. (905)-665–8504. AJAX:large comfortable well- furnished 2nd. floor bed/sitting room in new home with central air/cable/full kitchen/washer/ dryer. 905-686-8569. PICKERING - NON-SMOKER PREFERRED,available im- mediately. Very large with en- suite bathroom, air condition- ing, cable included. Shared kitchen and laundry facilities. $600/month including cable and all utilities. (905)831–9702 PICKERING - large bright room for rent. Share, kitchen, bath, laundry. Walk to GO and shop- ping. Central air cable. Working non-smoker. $400 1st/last. Avail. Feb. 1st. Call 416-993-9087. Shared Accommodation450 HOME TO SHARE with female. Courtice area; own bedroom, own bath. No smoking/pets. Female preferred. $550/mo.+ shared utilities. Avail. immediate- ly. Contact Janet @ (905)728- 1600, leave message, or 432- 2585 after 5:30 OSHAWA - room for rent/share house, working single female preferred. Non-smoker/tidy, share all facilities. $450/mo. includes Cable/parking. Referen- ces. Bus/shopping, first/last. Feb. 1st. 905-434–7693 lv. mes- sage. PICKERING CLOSE to PTC and GO. Share with working single female. Smoker okay $480/ month. Includes utilities cable parking, first/last, references. Feb 1. 905-420–6739 PRIVATE BEDROOM,shared use of home and all facilities, non- smoker. Finch/Liverpool area. Available immediately. call (905)831–5046 Office & Retail Space460 OFFICE SPACES TO RENT - Waterloo/Nelson St., Oshawa. One office - approx. 170sq ft; One office - approx. 140sq ft. Full service if required. Furnished/ unfurnished (905)434–1888. SECOND FLOOR UNIT,ap- prox. 560 sq.ft. Simcoe St. N. location. Available Feb. 1st. Parking available. Call Kathy or Bob (905) 576-5123. STORE FOR RENT, South Oshawa, 1042 sq.ft. $11.50/ sq.ft. semi gross. Call (416)487–9648. UXBRIDGE small profession- al office space available on Toronto Street. $1000 inclu- sive Available immediately. Call 905-683-5117 ask for Abe Fakhourie. Cottages for Rent470 3 BEDROOM COTTAGE for rent, 30 minutes North of Lindsay, indoor plumbing, shows extremely well, large lot on quiet road $550/week. Call 705-953-9177. BETHANY HILLS -3 km to Devils Elbow ski hill. Cross- country trails in front of chalet. 3 bedrooms, whirlpool, wood- stove. Weekly/monthly or yearly. Call 905-433-8830 BLUE MOON RETREAT, 1- 800-659-9448. Ready for win- ter get-away? Secluded, luxu- ry chalet, Jacuzzi, sauna, 54 in color t.v./satellite, vcr, ster- eo, skiing near by, snowmobi- ling, or just relax. Call Joanne. Florida Vac. Rentals490 1, 2 OR 3 BEDROOM Condo near Daytona, available during Daytona 500, Feb. 17-24. 1 Bedroom Condo, 5 min. to Disney World, during March break. 17-24. Call 904- 655–4846. FLORIDA RENTAL one week March 18-25/01. Near Disney World. Townhouse, sleeps 6 $950 Cdn (Cash or certified cheque) 905-852-9097 Private Homes For Sale500 ONLY $134,900!Detached bun- galow in Ajax. 40X100 foot lot. 3 bedrooms. Huge eat-in kitchen. Mike Lynch Sales Rep., Sutton Group Heritage. 905-831-9500 1700SQ.FT.2-storey de- tached, quiet court, Finch/ Whites Rd. Many upgrades: kitchen, breakfast area, fami- lyroom, diningroom, living- room. 3-bedrooms, master w/ 4pc. ensuite/makeup table. Garage access to house, backyard. Errol (905)420– 0377. PICKERING 3 BEDROOM House, 2-1/2 baths, garage, looks new, excellent location, quiet neighbourhood, near conservation area. $219,800. Call 905-509-4698 3+1 BEDROOM SEMI in Bow- manville, 1/1/2 bathrooms, large yard, garage, close to school, shopping, 401. Some new upgrades. Asking $119,900. For more info (905) 697–3532 ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS No $ Down! 2 & 3-bedroom houses with & without garages, fenced yards, decks, gas heat, newly renovated, new kitchens. Don't miss out, OWN NOW!! Vendor to arrange financing. Too good to be true?? Call & See, Mike (905)435-9664 CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 95%. From 6.95% for 5 years. Best available rates. Private funds available. Refinancing debt consolidation a specialty. For fast professional service call 905-666-4986/ 905-686-2557. COBOURG Fitzhugh Shores - a bricked raised bungalow. 4 bedroom, 2 bath, finished basement. $172,900. Call for appointment 905-373-4181. COURTICE,single home, ga- rage, main floor, family, $1631 sq.ft., 6 rooms, 3 baths, $184.900, Open house Sunday 12-2. (905) 432–8169, Paul. PICKERING - demand location premium pie-shaped lot, walk to park/conservation/lake, 4 bed- rooms, $269,900. Call for appointment to view, 905- 839–3785 WHITBY PRIVATE crescent loca- tion, 3 bedroom backsplit, fireplace, fully fenced, cedarhedged back- yard. Large deck, close to 401. Park complex nearby. No agents, $185,900. Call 905-434-5267 Townhouses for Sale510 WHITBY - Rossland/Brock, brand new end unit. 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, hardwood, ceram- ics, gas fire-place, walkout base- ment, 2 balconies, below market value, $146,500 . 905-839–9430 Commercial Property514 2500 SQ.FT. OF COM/IND space for lease. Bond St. downtown Oshawa. Lrg over- head doors 571-5138. Money to Lend575 BUSINESS LOANS -$10K to $50K approvals 48 hrs. Government secured loans to $250K. 1-877-643-0130 or (905)420-3960.cnp MONEY PROBLEMS,Get out of debt quick without going bankrupt or being garnisheed. Everyone accepted regardless of credit rating. Call for free information. 905-576-3505. Student loans included. Financial Services576 CREDIT REPAIRED Guar- anteed or money refunded. Bankruptcy? Bad Credit Re- port? Turned down for loans/ mortgages/credit cards? We can help. Confidential & Legal. (905)686–8927 BORROW UP TO $500. until pay day Bad Credit? No Credit? No Problem Payday advances, disabilities & pensions $$$$ Ca$hier Inc. $$$$ Ajax 619-2298 OSHAWA Family Bldg. Large 2 & 3 B/R units. $740 & $850 at 280 Wentworth St.W. Utilities included. Easy access to schools, shopping, For appt. call (905) 721-8741 WE FINANCE EVERYONE First time buy- ers, bankrupt, bad credit, no credit. You work? You drive! Lots of choice. Down or Trade may be required. SPECIAL FINANCE DEPARTMENT SHERIDAN CHEV 905-706-8498 MUST SELL!! 1997 Chrysler Intrepid ES. 3.3 Litre, teal blue, 94,000 kms, fully loaded, keyless entry, immaculate, safety & emission tested. One female owner. Asking $10,500 obo. 728-9815 NEED A CAR? $699 Down Low as $199/mo Credit No Problem 9.9% 1-866-340-5559 CALL TODAY, DRIVE TODAY! WANTED Leaf Tickets Will pay up to face value. Call Bruce 905-579-4400 Ext. 2207 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 24, 2001-PAGE 15 ATTENTION AUCTIONEERS!! Our "Auction Package" consists of your ad running weekly in these publications: • Oshawa Whitby This Week • Ajax Pickering News Advertiser • Port Perry This Week • Northumberland News • Uxbridge Tribune/Times Journal • Canadian Statesman/Clarington One call does it all!! Phone 576-9335 Fax 579-4218 ESTATE AUCTION SALE GRIST MILL AUCTION CENTER NEWTONVILLE - 6 P.M. FRIDAY, JANUARY 26TH, 2001 Selling the contents from a Wilmot Creek Es- tate: Colonial dining room suite - six chairs, table, buffet hutch, love seat, two side chairs, coffee and end tables, upright piano, ornate poster bed, ant. rockers, ant. chairs, persian carpets, hall bench - cane seat, wool carpet, lamps, television w/ remote, Singer sewer and stand, 3 pc. kitchen suite, twin beds, brass headboards, two night stands, pictures, chester- field table, dishes, sm kitchen appliances, pots n pans, pictures, frames, silver, wicker etc. Pre- view after 2 p.m. Auction starts at 6 p.m. Terms Cash, App. chq. Visa, m/c, interac AUCTIONEERS Frank and Steve Stapleton (905) 786-2244, 1-800-263-9886 www.stapletonauctions.com 'Estate Specialists since 1971' AUCTION SALE At Odd Fellows Hall, Port Perry 14460 Simcoe St. S., Port Perry Monday, January 29th, 2001 @ 5:30 p.m. Viewing at 4:30 Maple table and 4 chairs, old desk, old tin chest (1892), Renoir print, cut and press glass, Gouda, cranberry glass, Fiesta teapot, collec- tor plates (some gone with the wind), tools, milk bottles, collectables, furniture, salt and pepper collection, egg cups. Phone for fax list. Bruce Kellett (705) 328-2185 or web page http://www.theauctionfever.com Auction Sale at Pethick and Stephenson Auction Barn, Haydon, Jan. 27 at 6pm. Door open at 4:30. Door open at 4:30. From 401 Ext. 431 at Bowman- ville, North 8 mi. on Hwy. 57 to Con. Rd. 8, turn east at Firehall. From a Newcastle home and other con- signments; rocker, cloverleaf table, oak office chair, loveseat chesterfield, lamps, old coins, hockey cards, costume jewelry, glassware, dishes and items not un- packed yet.Terms cash, Interac, Visa, M/C. Owner and Auctioneer Don Stephenson 905-263-4402 or 705-277-9829. Barn hours: Mon-Wed-Thurs 3:30- 6pm. to bring consignments or discuss auction servic- es. ESTATE AUCTION SAT. JAN 27TH - AT WARNER'S AUCTION HALL, HWY #2, COLBORNE, Selling the es- tate of Mrs. Elliston of Port Hope, good fridge, stove and dryer, single bed sofa, other good sofa set, excell cherry curio cabi- net, excell mahogany hall stand, cedar chest, dressers & chests of drawers, fancy ladies desk, excell chrome kitchen set, dining rm table & chair set, selection small tables, large metal based table lamp with reversed painted glass shade, other lamps, gorgeous Victorian style 3pc living room set, old chairs, tables, etc. Selection glass, china, knick knacks, cos- tume jewellery, some stirling, crystal figures, Royal Dux, mis- cal household pots, pans, dishes, lamps, pictures, etc. NO RE- SERVES. GARY WARNER AUCTIONEER 905-355-2106 www.warnersauction.com AUCTION THURS. JAN 25TH - 5PM AT WARNER'S AUCTION HALL, HWY #2, COLBORNE, Selling household contents, lap top computer, and a large assortment of articles from various bankruptcies & close outs everything from tools, toys, household articles, gift wares, etc., china, glass, and more, oak table & chair set, sofa set, small tables, dressers, beds, chests of drawers, apt. size dishwasher, TVs, 2 1950's style kitchen cabinets, large selection rugs, rattan di- nette with glass top table, occasional chairs, lamps, pictures, bar stools, countless miscal. articles. NO RESERVES. GARY WARNER AUCTIONEER 905-355-2106 www.warnersauction.com CORNEIL'S AUCTION BARN Friday, January 26th @ 5 p.m. 3 miles East of Little Britain on County Rd. 4 Antique walnut sideboard with beveled glass mirror, antique mahogany bed, marble top wal- nut server, large single door wardrobe, antique cupboard top, 6pc pine dinette suite, floral ches- terfield & chair, Kenmore 2 door refrigerator (like new), 15 cu.ft. freezer, drop leaf table, par- lour tables, double box spring & mattress, mod- ern dressers & chests of drawers, occasional chairs, coffee & end tables, 24" electric stove, automatic washer & dryer, 6pc modern walnut dinette suite, mahogany dresser & chest of drawers, qty. floor mats, fishing tackle including approx 25 tackle boxes of new & antique lures, qty. of old & new rods & reels & fishing related items. Power Metal hacksaw, metal cut off bandsaw, 7-1/2 in. table wood bandsaw, drill press, tire changer, 225 Lincoln Arc Welder, Qty. china, glass & household & collectible items, those wishing to consign to our next sale Friday February 9th or upcoming Spring Sales at your place or mine. Contact Don or Greg Corneil Auctioneers R.R.#1, Little Britain (705) 786-2183 PUBLIC ESTATE AUCTION Thurs. Jan. 25, Start: 6:30 PM, View: from noon Kahn Auctions, 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering, 3mi. N. of Hwy. 401 exit 399 featuring antiques, fine furniture, glass, china, collectibles from a Scarborough estate plus inclusions. FURNITURE:Oak roll top desk, 8 pc. oak D.R. ste, oak table & 6 chairs, 8 pc. walnut D.R. ste, maple dining table, 4 pc. B.R. ste, 6 pc. maple dinette, oak fireplace mantle, ash hall stand, pine cupboard, oak dresser, coffee & end tables, lg. oak desk, numerous dressers, telephone table w/chair, sofa bed, sm. traveling desk, carpets, prints etc. GLASS, CHINA & MISC:lg. epergne Royal Doulton figurines, Kirsty, Coralie, Peggy, Little Nell, Rosen- thal dinner set, crystal vases, spooners, lg. train set, silver plated tea set, silver plated flatware set for 12, beautiful banquet lamp, pickle cruet, cased glass epergne, Shelley vase, baby serving bowl, cups/sau- cers, old leather hat box, lamps, hanging lights, oil paintings, lg. brass bell, coins etc. Randy Potter Auctioneer (905) 683-0041 ESTATES & CONSIGNMENTS OUR SPECIALTY! SATURDAY, JANUARY 27TH, 10 A.M. Modern and estate auction at Orval McLean Auction Center - Lindsay. Selling contents of Olive Boyd, Bob- caygeon, Giving up housekeeping and several local es- tates, dining and bedroom furniture, new oak dining table and chairs, antique chesterfield and chair, fancy tables, book shelves, blanket box, dinnerware. Glass and china, Royal Doulton figurines, collectables, hun- dreds of interesting items, appliances, some tools. Don't miss this sale. Barry McLean - Bowes and Cocks Ltd. Realtor - Sales Representative (705) 324-2783 OR 1-800-461-6499 bmclean@lindsay.igs.net for flyer Orval and Barry Mclean auctioneers SPECIAL SUNDAY SALE MAJOR AUCTION Kahn Auction Centre, 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering, 3 mi. N. of Hwy. 401 exit 399 SUNDAY JAN. 28TH 1:00 P.M. START; PREVIEW: 12:00 NOON Selection of antiques from Europe including France, Belgium, England and estate contents in- cluding Old Apple Tree Inn (c1855), giftwares and lots of small treasures. SPECIAL FEATURES: Mission oak diningroom su- ite c1920, 9 pc. mahogany diningroom c1930, french oak country sideboard, Victorian hall- stand,c1855 pine table, Lord Nelson Chintz, grandfather clocks, lots of china and collectibles!! ANTIQUES & FURNITURE:oak diningroom table, 6 leather chairs with bronze studs c1880, antique quarter cut sideboards and china cabinets, (c1890), Gothic oak desk and chair, drop front desk, mahogany sideboard, Victorian mirror, hall- stand walnut, mahogany teacart - refinished ma- hogany china cabinet c1930, oak bedroom furni- ture, old chairs, spool bed, rockers, pine harvest table, old prints and lithographs, too many to list! GLASSWARES & CHINA: Selection of blue & white china (old) Lord Nelson Chintz - collection of Royal Winton discontinued wares, silver plate collection, cut glass - cranberry, Limoges from France, Royal Doulton dinnerware, selection of cups and saucers, lots of little treasures! GIFTWARES: Selection of Limited Edition Dolls, Carriages, lamps, handicrafts, painted trunks, Murano handmade clowns, hand-painted Porce- lain, Satsama, and cast iron toys. ESTATE CONTENTS:We have been instructed to sell the contents from the old Apple Tree Inn, Meadowvale (Group of Seven painted there). There are many old and great treasures from here to be sold! AUCTIONEERS REMARKS: This sale will be one of the finest selection of antiques to quality giftwares and collectibles. Plan to attend this sale. All items must be sold! No registration fee. No buyers pre- mium. Terms: Cash, Visa, M/C, Amex. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31ST 4:45 pm Auction Sale of Furniture, Antiques and Collectables for an Uxbridge home, selling at NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD., 391 Regional Rd. 21, Port Perry, 1km west of Utica. TO INCLUDE:Kitchen suite, bedroom suite, chests, entertainment unit, lamps, prints, coffee and end tables, brass candlesticks, Royalty pieces, depression glass, plus complete 2 bedroom apartment. SALE MANAGED AND SOLD BY NEIL BACON AUCTIONS LTD. 905-985-1068 TO ADVERTISE YOUR AUCTION IN THIS SECTION PLEASE CALL 683-0707 (Ajax) 852-9141 (Uxbridge) 650 Auctions 650 Auctions 650 Auctions 650 Auctions FIND YOUR NEXT USED VEHICLE AT: durhamwheels.com 300 Automobiles for Sale 300 Automobiles for Sale 300 Automobiles for Sale 400 Apartments for Rent 400 Apartments for Rent FURNISHED 2 BED. + OFFICE BUNGALOW ON COUNTRY LOT Approx. 30 min. N. of Whitby/Pickering/Ajax Starting at $1900 all inclusive (incl. wkly. cleaning) *Dishes *Linens *Cable *Tel. 1-905-852-6513 445 Furnished Accommodations 445 Furnished Accommodations IN THE MATTER OF THE BANKRUPTCY OF WILLIAM (AKA BILL) THADDEUS ZARRAS of the Town of Uxbridge, Region of Durham in the Province of Ontario. NOTICE OF FIRST MEETING OF CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that the bankruptcy of William Zarras, of the Town of Uxbridge, in the Province of Ontario, occurred on the 15th day of January 2001; and that the first meeting of creditors will be held on the 6th day of February 2001, at the hour of 11:00 o'clock in the morning, at the office of BDO Dunwoody Limited, Oshawa Execu- tive Centre, Suite 502, 419 King Street West, Oshawa, Ontario. To be eligible to vote, creditors must file with us, prior to the meeting, proofs of claim, and where necessary, proxies. Dated at the City of Oshawa, in the Province of Ontario, this 22nd day of January, 2001. BDO DUNWOODY LIMITED Trustee 502-419 King Street West Oshawa, Ontario L1J 2K5 610 Legal Notices 610 Legal Notices 610 Legal Notices PERSONAL PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN Thank you to the blessed Virgin, to the Holy Spirit. For the favours granted. TH & AH 670 Personals 670 Personals COME & WORSHIP Is a regular Friday Feature for the Churches in the Ajax Pickering area. To advertise your Church Services or Special Church events please call Janice at (905)-683-0707, Ext. 2218 or Fax# 905-579-4218 (Deadline for Copy is Wednesday noon for Friday) 690 Worship Services 690 Worship Services Barucha Rob, Charlene and big sister Nikki are pleased to announce the birth of ✰✰ Joshua Sohrab ✰✰ Born October 23rd, 2000 at 10:04 p.m., weighing 6lbs. 14oz. Proud grandparents are Allen & Joyce Leek, Kaik Barucha, Judy St. Dennis and great granddad Frank Burman. 710 Births 710 Births IT'S A BOY! Weddel, Brad & Bonny are proud parents of Adam Bradley Weddel Born January 16th, 2001 weighing 7 lb. 10 oz Proud grandparents are Roy and Marg Weddel, and Dave and Carolyn Clanfield TOWNSEND Catherine, Heather and Elizabeth are thrilled to announce the birth of their baby brother Stephen Emmanuel On January 5th, 2001 at 1:19pm weighing 9lbs 5oz. The 8th grandchild for Audrey Townsend of Lisle & the 18th for Bill & Elizabeth Ashbourne of Weston. Proud parents Bill & Margaret would like to thank the nurses at the Markham/Stouffville Childbirth Centre for their wonderful care & Dr. Christyne Peters for her expertise & continued support. 220 Articles for Sale 220 Articles for Sale 300 Automobiles for Sale 400 Apartments for Rent 410 Houses for Rent 500 Private Homes for Sale 575 Money to Lend RENT-WORRY FREE 1, 2 & 3 Bed. Apts. Refurbished & New Appliances. All Util. included. In-house Supt. & Maint. On site Security. Rental Office:Mon - Fri. 12 noon - 8pm Sat & Sun 1pm- 5pm 905-579-1626 VALIANT PROPERTY MANAGEMENT We pay up to $8 per disc! Get CASH for CDs… Bayly, w. of Harwood (905) 427-7613 Approved by phone EVERY DAY IS PAYDAY WHEN YOU NEED CASH! We hold your personal cheque ‘til payday NO CREDIT CHECKS! 310-CASH PICKERING AND OSHAWA CALL NOW! MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any pur- pose. All applications accept- ed. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905) 668– 6805. Business Opportunities590 $$ GOVERNMENT - Funds$$ Grants and loans information to start and expand your busi- ness or farm. 1-800-505-8866. A SURE WINNER - Best solid business opportunity for 2001. Limited spaces for select few. Make money without losing your freedom. Part time earn $55,000/year. Min. invest, $16,800. For free info: 1-800- 336-4296. BAR/NIGHT CLUB,for sale downtown Oshawa, large roof top patio, established over 6 years. Call (905)728–2813. BUSINESS FOR SALE-Hair Salon, great plaza location. 4 chairs and leaseholds, 2 chairs leased, new owner re- quired. Call Barrie Lennox, Remax First, 668-3800. FOR SALE Automotive Body Shop in Oshawa. Fully equipped. A turn key opera- tion. For more information, call Mario at 720-3666 or 665- 9150 after 6p.m. TRAIN AT HOME - Work at home. Invaluable product. High profit margin. Call An- drew (905)962-0350. Coming Events640 *EXHIBITORS WANTED* Durham's Largest Homeshow. Metro East Trade Centre, March 2-4, 2001. 1st Class Exhibitors. Call 905-655-8278 or 1-800-461-3355. ACADEMY THEATRE founda- tion present the following con- certs. Saturday, February 3rd Tommy Hunter - 2 shows, Saturday February 10th South Pacific - 2 shows, Saturday February 17th Soul Decision - 1 show. Call (705) 324-9111 for more information. Personals670 FEELING TIRED? Grand open- ing. Let MASSAGE MASSAGE help. Beautiful Russian ladies will take your troubles away Weekly specials, free parking behind building. 7 days/week 128 Dundas W. Whitby 905- 665-2018 ARE YOU READY TO - 'Get - a- Life'? Our social club for single professionals over 30 arranges events from Sunday Brunch to Dinner Theater. Special 6 mth. membership $100. Call 'Get-a-Life' Singles Club. (905) 619–3653 AWESOME ATTENDANTS at Millennium, experience the royal treatment. 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One of our customer service representatives will call you.Please remember to leave your company name, address, phone number and contact name. Fax News Advertiser 905-579-4218 P PAGE 16 -THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 24, 2001 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net MORRISON, Hilda Marie (Nailor)- At the Ajax & Pickering Health Centre, on Tuesday, January 23, 2001. Hilda Marie in her 83rd year. Beloved wife of James (Jim) Morrison and the late Jack Nailor. Loving mother of John and Cheryl; Mike and Linda; Mark; Steven and Diane; Lance and Linda; and Phillip and Mary. Dear grandmother of John and Lisa; Kristin and Lawrence; Michael and Brenda; Jay and Michelle; Justin, Christine, Jeffrey, Patrick, Casey, Crista, Jessica, Bridget, Joy and Jack. Special mother to Doreen, Brenda, Irene, Vera, Margaret, Bill, Barbara, and the late Michael. Dear grandmother to the Morri- son grandchildren. Lovingly remembered by her great grandchildren. The family will re- ceive friends at the MCEACHNIE FUNERAL HOME, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) 905-428-8488 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday. Funeral Mass at St. Berna- dette's Catholic Church (S.E. corner of Bayly St. and Harwood Ave., Ajax) on Thursday, January 25, 2001 at 10:30 a.m. Interment - Oshawa Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated. STIVER, Douglas Lloyd -Suddenly, on Thurs- day, January 18, 2001 at the Lakeridge Health Centre, Bowmanville. In his 96th year. Douglas, beloved husband of the late Bertha Mae Danton. Predeceased by his brothers Ronald, Russell, Dennis, Garnet and sister Marion Page. Fondly remembered by his niec- es, nephews and his friends David Wilson and family. Resting at the LOW & LOW FUNERAL HOME, UXBRIDGE (23 Main Street South) on Sunday, January 21st, 2001 for visitation in the chapel from 1:00 p.m. until service time at 3:30 p.m. Spring Interment, Sand- ford Cemetery. In Douglas's Memory, memo- rial donations may be made to the Charity of your choice. WAGG, Flossie (nee Harper) - Passed away peacefully January 21st, 2001 in her 89th year at Lakeridge Health Centre, Uxbridge. She will be sadly missed by her children; Barbara and Keith Malcolm, Doris and Larry Maynard, daughter-in-law Doreen Harper, Evelyn Machesney, daughter-in-law June Harper, Harold and Nola Harper, Donna and Gerald McGuckin, daughter-in-law Penny Harper, Jack Harper, Linda and Glen Fretz, Betty and Barry Ferguson, Ken and Colleen Harper. She was predeceased by her 1st hus- band Alvin Harper and her 2nd husband Roy Wagg and sons Clifford Harper, Donald Harper and James Harper. Sadly missed also by 27 grandchildren, 37 great grandchildren and 5 great great grandchildren. Resting at the LOW & LOW FUNERAL HOME, UXBRIDGE (905-852-3073) on Tuesday, January 23, 2001 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service to be held in the chapel on Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. spring Interment, Stouffville Cemetery. The Family is asking in lieu of floral tributes, memorial donations may be made to the Ux- bridge Cottage Hospital Foundation. 910 Deaths 910 Deaths 910 Deaths 910 Deaths Painting & Decorating810 Moving & Storage815 QUEEN'S FLOORING & DESIGNS.Sales and Installa- tion (Full service) Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl, Ceramic tile, Laminate, Custom Made & Designs. 27 years Experi- ence. Free Estimates and Shop At Home. Seniors Dis- count. Best Prices. Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed! Tel 905-438-0057 or Cell:416-930- 0861 House Cleaning835 Adult Entertainment892 Vision Tutoring Call if your child needs help with Reading and Language Skills, French Immersion, High School French. 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If you want to go back to the main directory of names, press 2 and repeat from Step 2. Step DEATH NOTICES BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY The Durham West Light- ning atom III girls’ hockey team took home the champi- ons’ trophy at the Cambridge Roadrunner Hockey Tourna- ment this past weekend, after taking a bite out of the Burlington Barracudas in the final. Cassandra Abel popped in the winning goal on a nice set- up from Morgan Gerrie and Danielle Douglas to lead the Lightning past the Barracudas 2-0 in the championship game. Gerrie then put icing on the cake later in the game. Abel and Tasha Akai drew assists. Abel was named the game’s most valuable player. The Lightning got the weekend off to a fast start on Friday with a 4-0 win over the Halton Hill Twisters. Scoring were Tracy Kish, Meaghan Stoneburgh, Morgan Gerrie and Victoria Smith. Drawing assists were Joanna Black, Abel and Nicki Akai. Amy Johnson was named the game’s MVP. The Lightning blasted the host Cambridge Roadrunners 5-0 Saturday morning. Smith scored twice for the Durham West Lightning, with linemates Tracy Kish and Re- becca Van Gijn assisting. Stephanie Michalicka also netted a pair of goals, assisted by Stoneburgh and Joanna Black. Gerrie scored the other Lightning marker, assisted by Tasha Akai. MVP honours went to Smith. The final round-robin con- test was a rather scrappy match against Burlington with the Durham West girls win- ning 5-0. Smith scored twice, one unassisted and another assist- ed by Kish. Kish and Smith teamed up again with Kish finding the net and Smith and Lee-Ann Murphy getting helpers. Gerrie slammed one in off a set-up from Abel and Murphy. Abel got the last Lightning goal off a pass from Gerrie. Gerrie earned MVP award for the game. Goaltender Jessica Rankin recorded four consecutive shutouts in the tournament. Rankin now has 16 shutouts this season with an amazing 0.87 goals against average in 38 games. 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After two scoreless peri- ods, Pickering’s Brian Kirow scored the winning goal with less than three minutes to go in the third period. Chris Paul drew an assist on the play. Pickering scored a 2-1 win over Clarington. After a scoreless first pe- riod, Pickering drew first blood as Paul scored unassisted. Clarington later tied it up, but the Panthers’Brad Spiers replied with the game-winning goal late in the second period, assist- ed by Kirow. Pickering faced Unionville in a high-tempo battle, winning by a 4-2 count. Brendan Doyle got the Pan- thers rolling with a short-handed, unassisted marker at the beginning of the second period. Unionville came back to tie it up, then 30 seconds later, Pickering’s Michael Degroot scored, assisted by Mark Jovanov and Ryad Alli. Defenceman Adam Wilkinson scored to begin third-peri- od play, assisted by Kirow and Spiers. Unionville came back again to score, but Jovanov put the game away late in the third period. Paul and Alli drew assists. Also contributing to the team’s success were Jordan Bonnie, Andrew Brien, Mark Hoyne, Jeff Paul, Michael Scott, Brian Smith and Drew West. The team is coached by Steve Spiers, assisted by Doug Paul and Greg Scott. The trainer is Larry Brien. Pickering selects hand Whitby first loss in defensive struggle Atom Panthers put together win streak ANDREW IWANOWSKI/ News Advertiser photo Awaiting the pass Pickering Boyer Pontiac Panthers Colin Jennings (23) gets set to receive a pass during OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’Hockey League action against the Vaughan Vipers. The regu- lar-season contest was played at the Pickering Recreation Complex Friday night. The game ended in a 2-2 draw. A charitable organization is hoping area athletes will have a heart and play slo-pitch in the snow next month. The eighth annual Heart and Stroke Snow Pitch Tournament is slated for Ajax Saturday, Feb. 17 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Teams are sought for the annual event which raises funds for the com- munity-based volunteer organization. Teams consist of 10 to 12 players, with a minimum of four women per team. Prizes will be awarded to the top teams. Players will also be able to win sports memorabilia and other items at a silent auction to be held after the tour- nament at Mid Knights Dine & Dance Club, this year’s Heart and Stroke Foun- dation sponsor. Cost is $20 per team and $25 per player. All proceeds go to research and health promotion of heart disease and stroke in Ontario. For more information or to register your team, call Wilma Graham at (905) 428-3871. 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In the tiny ‘C’ division, Emily Towers placed first on vault and floor, second on beam and third on bars for the overall gold medal. Sydney Kent placed first on beam and bars, second on vault and third on floor for an over- all silver medal. Danielle Gomba placed second on floor and third on vault to finish fourth overall. Angela St. Den- nis earned fifth- place finishes on vault, bars and floor to place fifth overall. Brittany Scott won the overall bronze medal in the cadette ‘B’ bracket. She placed second on bars and floor. Erin Baun placed first on floor and second on beam to finish fourth overall. Sandra Gar- goura won the overall gold in the cadette ‘C’ category. She placed first on beam and floor. In the argo ‘B’ division, Caitlin Saint finished first on vault and floor and second on bars and beam to win the all- around gold. Catherine Lotito placed second on floor and third on bars and beam to win the overall bronze. Margaret Cappa placed first on all four of her events to cap- ture the overall gold in the argo ‘C’division. Chantal LaValley placed first in all four of her events to win the tyro ‘A’ cate- gory. Renee Rolph recorded second-place ef- forts on vault, beam and floor to win the overall silver medal for the division. AJAX —The last two weeks of the Ajax Men’s Basketball League saw Toronto Brake hit the skids as the first- place team failed to gain a win. The Brake hung on for a 53-53 tie with ESN Packaging as Steve Leahy scored 11 of his 14 points in the second half. ESN, down by four at the half, was led by the inside and outside game of Gregg McGuire with 24 points. Sam Terry had 13 for Toronto Brake. Mike Stoddart’s 23 points and Don McEachern’s 16 weren’t enough as Witty Insurance fell to Dickson Printing 53-52. Frank Spagnuolo and Ken Rus- sell each had 12 for Dickson. Roger Young, who dominated the boards, scored 22 points as Top Shelf Sport’s Bar & Grill cruised by the No Names, 58-44. Lee Smith chipped in with 10. Eric Spriel and Antonio Krupl contributed 10 apiece for the No Names. Dickson Printing continued its recent strong play by downing Toronto Brake 47-44. Richard Palkowski had 13 points for Dickson and Russell scored eight of his 11 points in the second half. Ruben DeFrance led the Brake with 13 and Terry chipped in with 10. A total team effort allowed Witty In- surance to upset Top Shelf 57-51. Led by Stoddart’s 25 points, all six players made the score sheet as three players finished in double-digits. Mike Gorden- sky led Top Shelf with 17. An unselfish ESN team hammered the No Names 66-46. Pat Roach had 12 and Don McDonald added 11. Dorne Munch led the No Names with 14 points. 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