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Home My WebLink AboutNA2001_03_02PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER PICKERING’S COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER SINCE 1965 PRESSRUN 51,100 28 PAGES FRIDAY, MARCH 2, 2001 OPTIONAL 4 WEEK DELIVERY $5/ $1 NEWSSTAND WHERE TO FIND IT Editorial Page/6 Sports/19 Entertainment/21 Classified/23 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 at the Pickering Sports & Rec. Complex Call our friendly staff at: 683-6582 Get In Shape For Spring • SALES • SERVICE • LEASING • RENTALS • BODY SHOP 503 Kingston Rd., Pickering www.pvw.com (905) 420-9700 “Try The Best” PICKERING VOLKSWAGEN INC. ® RON PIETRONIRO/ News Advertiser photo Swing your partner... Junior kindergarten students Tina Bentley (left) and Vanessa Val- lido dance their way around the school gym during St. Wilfrid Catholic School’s fourth annual fund-raising dance-a-thon. Money raised from the Pickering school’s event will primarily be used to purchase shirts embroidered by the school logo. Committee seeks $1.4-million in pre-budget approval Pickering Millennium Trail among requested projects BY SUSAN O’NEILL Staff Writer PICKERING –– Completing the Millennium Trail, purchasing new computer equipment, fund- ing design studies and making im- provements to local infrastructure are some of the items council will be asked to give pre-budget ap- proval to next week. The City’s executive commit- tee approved approximately $1.4 million in projects Monday that staff described as being essential capital projects and expenditures that warrant pre-budget approval. “If there wasn’t a very great need these items wouldn’t be be- fore you at this time,” City trea- surer Gil Paterson said, adding “I would leave it until the budget.” However, he noted in a report that staff are recommending the pre-budget approval of several projects in an effort to get a jump- start on the construction season because it’s anticipated “the final council approval for the City’s 2001 capital and current budgets will be delayed due to the uncer- tain environment surrounding municipal taxation”. The biggest of those projects is the completion of the Millennium Square and Trail along Picker- ing’s waterfront. The second phase of the project is not to ex- ceed $600,000. “The Millennium Trail is now entering into its final phase... in order to complete the project, there are a number of items out- standing,”Ward 2 Regional Coun- cillor Mark Holland said, noting the final stage includes work to complete the Millennium Square and the boardwalk and to install children’s play equipment and a viewing node overlooking Hydro Marsh. He noted when the work is complete the project will be “ready to use and ready to be a showpiece for the community.” And, if council doesn’t move GIL PATERSON ‘Very great need...’ Councillors lock in tax target Durham to cap tax hike at 6.5 per cent BY SUSAN O’NEILL Staff Writer Durham council will aim to in- crease property taxes by no more than 6.5 per cent this year, coun- cillors voted Wednesday. Regional councillors approved a motion in a 14-11 vote to limit the 2001 net tax rate increase to no more than 6.5 per cent over the 2000 budget, after assessment growth. However, that figure doesn’t in- clude funding for solid waste and the pooled costs for social housing and social assistance or for capital expansion projects at area hospi- tals. The 6.5 per cent includes a three-per cent tax impact for the police, three per cent for Regional operations and 0.5 per cent for a roads rehabilitation levy. Each one-per cent increase represents an additional $2.2 million in rev- enue to the Region. “There are many (pressures) in front of us for the 2001 budget,” finance commissioner Jim Clapp told council, adding “These pres- sures are not one-time budget pressures.” Mr. Clapp explained, “Any re- ductions to (this year’s) guideline will effectively compound the pressures you will be faced with in 2002 to 2005.” He reported the proposed target would provide the Durham Police Services Board with an additional $8 million over last year’s budget. The police have proposed a budget of $85.4 million for 2001. The po- lice budget last year was about $72 million and the budget this year would be just over $80 mil- lion if council sticks to the tax guidelines. The tax guidelines would also provide a five-per cent increase in the operating funding for the five conservation authorities located in See DURHAM page 2 See PICKERING page 4 ThisWeekend Walk the Oak Ridges Moraine Saturday PICKERING –– Family and friends can enjoy a night with the animals during an outdoor adven- ture with the staff of Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. The Saturday, March 3 expedi- tion will include a slide presenta- tion on owls and coyotes followed by a venture into the Oak Ridges Moraine for a night hike in hopes of encountering a northern forest owl and hearing a coyote howl. The event runs from 7 to 9 p.m. The group will meet at the Uxbridge-Pickering Townline and Sideline 4.Watch for traffic mark- ers near the townline and park on the side of the road. Space is limit- ed so call to confirm attendance at (416) 661-6600, ext. 5397. PICKERING SHOWROOM 1099 Kingston Road. Just North of Hwy. 401. Heading East...Take Whites Rd. (Exit 394). North of Kingston Road (Hwy 2.) and turn right. Heading West...Take Liverpool Rd. (Exit 397) North of Kingston Road (Hwy 2.) and turn left. (905) 420-8402 Open Mon., Tues., Wed. & Thurs., Fri., 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sat. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays 12 noon to 5 p.m. Visit Our Web Site www.smittysfinefurniture.com TODAY’S LIFESTYLE Always Your Best Value! SINCE 1949 A/P PAGE 2 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 2, 2001 Durham aims to cap tax hike at 6.5 per centChairman spends to promote Region The cost of doing business as Durham’s chairman was higher than the expenses claimed for attending conferences and conventions by all other Regional councillors last year. But, it’s that involvement in those conferences, conventions and meetings that will pay off for Durham Region in the long run, Roger Anderson said. “My expenses include my work with the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) and (that organiza- tion’s) Land Ambulance Implementa- tion Steering Committee,” he said, adding the conferences he attends in his role as Regional chairman are also included in his expenses. “I attend most conferences that members of council or committees at- tend,” he said in an interview from the joint Rural Ontario Municipal Associa- tion/ Ontario Good Roads Association conferences at the Royal York in Toronto Tuesday. “My work with the AMO executive results in other confer- ences... there isn’t any I wouldn’t at- tend.” Mr. Anderson also reported the work he does in promoting the interests of Durham Region, “results in busi- ness, hopefully, for Durham Region”. Mr. Anderson claimed $29,351 for conferences, conventions and meetings last year, while the total for all of the other Regional representatives was just over $24,400. He spent $27,048 in at- tending conferences, conventions and meetings in 1999. The Regional chairman also claimed $3,913 in automotive expenses in 2000 compared to $3,763 in 1999. In comparison, Jim Witty’s expens- es as Regional chairman for the period of January to November 1997 were $19,959 for conferences, conventions and meetings and $6,394 for automo- tive expenses. And, in 1995 Gary Herrema’s ex- penses as Regional chairman for the period of January to November of that year were $23,495 for meetings, con- ferences and conventions and $3,699 for automotive expenses. Durham, as well as a special cap- ital fund of $150,000 for those conservation authorities. However, many councillors were concerned the guideline for police spending is too high and the increase in funding for con- servation authorities is not high enough. The police board’s initial bud- get proposal calls for 47 new offi- cers and 20 new civilian staff members as well as $3 million for the purchase of a helicopter, Mr. Clapp said, noting the cost for that item would be debentured over a 10-year period. “Those are two big-ticket items,” Ajax Mayor Steve Parish said. “I really question a council that is prepared to put $3 million into a helicopter... and is prepared to give all of our conservation au- thorities $150,000 for capital pro- jects.” He continued saying he be- lieves the guideline for police spending is “too high.”And, if re- duced, savings could be reallocat- ed to area conservation authori- ties. However, an attempt by Clar- ington Mayor John Mutton to de- crease the tax guideline for police from three to a two-per cent in- crease failed in a 17-9 vote. “I want to see what can be ac- complished for two per cent on the police services board,” he said. “Let’s have (the police) come back and say, ‘Here’s what you can get for two per cent’.” But, several councillors didn’t want to reduce the guideline for police spending without first get- ting a good look at their proposed budget. “I don’t think it’s fair until we have the opportunity of seeing the police budget,” said Uxbridge Mayor Gerri Lynn O’Connor. “I would rather give the police the opportunity to make a presenta- tion and be able to question them before we do something like this.” On the issue of funding for conservation authorities, Scugog Councillor Ken Carruthers said the Kawartha Conservation Au- thority is in “deep, deep trouble” when it comes to this year’s bud- get. “We cannot let Kawartha hang out there and be gone... it’s far too important,” noted Whitby coun- cillor Joe Drumm. “If we don’t stop the bleeding somehow, in the long run we’re all going to suf- fer.” A report outlining options for funding area hospitals and the po- lice budget will be reviewed later this month. 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They are charged with a total of 46 criminal code offences, including keeping a common gaming house and keeping ma- chines for gambling, police said. OPP Detective-Sergeant Dean Steinke said cus- tomers playing the ma- chines, which are similar to slots, accumulate credits paid out in cash. “On average a single ma- chine will generate any- where between $1,000 and $3,000 a week. It’s just like a slot machine. They are very addictive. We’ve had people lose their families and lose lives,” Det-Sgt. Steinke said. “And it’s all tax-free.” Like legal casino slot machines, the odds on hit- ting a winning combination on an illegal machine are programmed by the owner, said the officer. Unlike the casino slots, they are not provincially regulated, he said. “There are no provincial standards and it’s a lucrative underground form of gam- bling,” Det-Sgt. Steinke said. In most cases, said the OPP officer, the video ma- chines are owned by a dis- tributor, with the profits split 50-50 with the estab- lishment. They are manu- factured in Ontario and Quebec and exported to countries where legal. The police investigation is continuing. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 2, 2001 PAGE 3 A/P Police raid Durham businesses, 15 face gambling charges Ajax, Pickering establishments among those charged Online at www.durhamnews.netH A V E A C A R E E R A S A M O N T E S S O R I T E A C H E R T oron to Mo ntessori T each er Train in g Institu te o f f e r s d a y a n d e v e n i n g / w e e k e n d c o u r s e s q ualify ing y o u to teach child ren in the M o n t e s s o r i e n v i r o n m e n t , a g e s 2 / 3 t o 1 2 y ears. A ll co urses lead to a dip lo ma an d th e p r e r e q u i s i t e i s a n u n d e r g r a d u a t e d e g r e e . 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The $1.4 million in funding also includes $370,500 for the design and consulting stage of var- ious projects, including the design of family change rooms at the Pickering Recreation Complex, as well as funding for three construction projects: an Amberlea Creek storm water management project, the construction of a new well for the Mt. Zion Com- munity Centre and the con- struction of the Brockridge Park Fieldhouse. Approximately $286,000 in funding is also earmarked to replace aging computer equipment. “Without these invest- ments, the computer net- work performance will continue to deteriorate to the point where it will have a noticeable impact on the City’s capability to conduct business,” said Mr. Pater- son in a staff report. And, a total of $175,000 in funding is being directed to three planning studies, one related to the ongoing Liverpool Road South De- tailed Review, another to develop guidelines for the Duffins Heights neighbour- hood in the East Duffins area and a third for a plan- ning review of the North- east Quadrant Develop- ment Guidelines. That area, at the northeast corner of Kingston and Whites roads, “is under significant devel- opment pressure and the development guidelines ap- proved by council in 1990 require review,” Mr. Pater- son noted. Pickering projects at top of budget agenda PICKERING from page 1 Special-ed funding up for debate this month Pickering parents are invited to learn more about the ‘intensive sup- port amount’ portion of provincial special-education funding at a March 28 session. Gail Elliott, Durham District School Board superintendent of spe- cial education, is the guest speaker at Maple Ridge Public School. The information night takes place in the school library at 7 p.m. and re- freshments will be provided. For more information and to regis- ter for the free information session, call Maple Ridge school community council chairman Pam Spence or principal Kevin Hughes at 905-420- 4103. 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. SPECIALSALE IN TODAY’S News Advertiser ADVERTISING FLYERS BARGAINS * Delivered to selected households only Fri., March 2, 2001 News Advertiser Scott Friday’s Carrier of the Week is Scott. Scott enjoys playing soccer and volleyball. He will receive a dinner for 4 voucher compliments of McDonald’s. Congratulations Scott for being our Carrier of the Week. * Bell World Ajax/Pick./Scarb. * BiWay Ajax/Pick. * Canadian Tire Ajax/Pick. * Dominion Ajax/Pick. * Home & Rural Ajax/Pick. * Home Hardware Ajax/Pick. * IGA Ajax * M & M Meats Ajax/Pick. * Michaels Ajax/Pick. New Homes Ajax/Pick. * Payless Drugs Ajax/Pick. * Pennzoil Ajax/Pick. * Pier 1 Imports Ajax/Pick. * Sears Flooring Centre Pick. *Sears Ajax/Pick. * Shoppers Drug Mart Ajax/Pick./Scarb. * Smart Source Ajax/Pick. * Wheels Ajax/Pick. * Your Independent Grocer Ajax/Pick. * Zellers Ajax/Pick. Monday, March 12th MESOZOICMonday, Movie Day* 10:30 a.m The Land Before Time VII 1:00 p.m.Dinosaur popcorn will be served Tuesday, March 13th ABORIGINAL AWARENESSDay* 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. • Life stories and ceremonies of 500 years ago to the present day. Presented by Chief Top Leaf and the Native Cultural Center of Durham Region. • Make your own spirit stone with the Frenchman’s Bay Watershed Rehabilitation Project. Wednesday, March 14th LIFEin the 1800’s 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. • Visit an 1800’s classroom, make your own book plate, butter churning, candle making, rope making and laundry display, all demonstrated by the Pickering Museum. 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. • Horse drawn wagon rides. 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. • Meet in the parking lot at Alex Robertson Park (bottom of Sandy Beach Road) for an organized game of “Instincts for Survival” with the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. Thursday, March 15th TECHNO Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Enjoy a day of events filled with technological fun! Events include: Emergency response – fire fighting equipment and demonstration; Woburn Collegiate Computer Studies – meet blizzard, the robot and his friends designed and operated by students from WC. Try your hands at Lego Mindstorm, computerized Lego!; Rad Suits; and Bill Nye videos. Friday, March 16th MONSTERFriday, Movie Day* 10:30 a.m.Pokemon 2000 1:00 p.m.Digimon popcorn will be served *Space is limited and tickets will be available to all shows 30 minutes prior to showtime. All activities will be suspended between 12 & 1 p.m. for lunch. For more information on our March Break programs as well as other Pickering Nuclear Information Centre events, please call 905-839-1151 ext. 3917 between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m or visit or website at www.ontariopowergeneration.com. Looking forsomething fun todo withyourfamily over March Break? Join us at PICKERINGNuclear’s Information Centre for some great family fun. All the events are free, and there’s something exciting for every kid. CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 2, 2001 PAGE 5 A/P BY JOE CHIN Staff Writer After 11 weeks on the picket line, Co-Steel LASCO workers in Whitby are headed for a major confrontation with their employer. Wednesday morning the company applied for a court injunction pro- hibiting unspecified picket line activ- ities. The hearing started yesterday afternoon but was put off until today to allow union lawyers time to re- spond to company affidavits. If the injunction is granted, the move is expected to open the gates for Co-Steel to bus in replacement workers. Co-Steel’s decision to apply for the injunction was apparently due to what a company lawyer called “ex- cessive and unwarranted” delaying of vehicles at plant gates during the month of February. On Wednesday afternoon, a vehi- cle carrying five union workers who wanted to return to work was refused entry to the plant. Union vice-president Carlo Ca- mazzola said he was “disheartened” by the men’s action. “People don’t make clear deci- sions in this type of environment,” he said. Mr. Camazzola said no decision has been made yet on whether to dis- cipline the workers. Meanwhile, Co-Steel LASCO workers staged a noisy mass rally yesterday morning. Speaker after speaker urged the crowd - estimated at several hundred strong - to do everything within their power to resist replacement workers. Ontario NDP leader Howard Hampton, making his second visit to the picket line in recent weeks, re- minded the locked-out employees their fight has wide ramifications for the labour movement. “Co-Steel is the tip of the ice- berg,” he warned. “If they can force you back 20 years to take a substan- dard contract, then there will be a stampede by other employers to do the same thing elsewhere. “This is where the rubber meets the road,” he said. “You have to make all employers in this province under- stand you’re not going to back down. “I have a message to the scabs too: You should go away and don’t try to take the jobs of others.” Added Bill Ferguson, from the Hamilton Area Steel Council which represents 17,000 steelworkers, “If they can scab here, they can scab anywhere.” Tension has risen sharply on the picket line since Co-Steel took out full-page newspaper advertisements last week to recruit 200 replacement workers, citing no progress in con- tract talks and the need to continue with operations during the dispute. But the workers, 460 of whom have been locked out since Dec. 18, do not appear to be in a conciliatory mood. “For 37 years we have make the company rich and famous through our efforts,” said United Steelwork- ers of America-Local 6571 president Denis Kavanagh. “They spent the money to buy companies elsewhere and now they want to take away our jobs.” The rally, on a bone-chilling morning, was bolstered by a wide representation of labour groups and watched over by a contingent of Durham Regional Police and company security guards. Mike Shields, of the Canadi- an Auto Workers Union which represents 2,300 workers, urged Co-Steel employees to “hang in there. “What they’re trying to do to you today, they can do to us to- morrow. Bill 40 and the Harris government gives them that right,” he said. 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More than likely he or she will have already formed an opinion on the topic and will be more than willing to let you know what they think. Ask a panel of students whether or not an enforced dress code would combat the scorn re- ceived by those of a lower stature, class, income bracket etc., and you’ll get varied responses. Many do think it will help this rapidly growing problem, while others, often the victims of teasing, know it won’t. Some schools in the Catholic school system already have uni- forms and have had them for some time now. Ask any student who’s been picked on for not owning Tommy Hilfiger jeans and Nike runners if his of her uniform elim- inated or even lessened their tor- ment. While it may not be so obvious to the casually observant board member, teens have their eyes and ears open and can pick out a class- mate without the ‘right stuff’ at fifty paces. Even with the mandatory dress shirt and oxfords, differences be- tween the social classes are evi- dent in the small details. Students notice when others wear the ‘wrong’ shoes, or an older sib- lings’ hand-me-downs. Having only one uniform outfit gives someone more opportunity to hu- miliate others. Did Mike Harris ever get teased growing up? Is he so out of touch with today’s teens that he doesn’t realize how his method of eliminating class distinction will get us nowhere. I say, take uni- forms and throw them in the reject pile along with other ‘Band-Aid’ solutions like the V-Chip. Cover- ing it up won’t heal it. Out of sight, out of mind? I don’t think so. Lisa Genore The News Advertiser accepts letters to the editor. All letters should be typed or neatly hand-written, 150 words. Each letter must be signed with a first and last name or two initials and a last name. Please in- clude a phone number for verifica- tion. The editor reserves the right to edit copy for style, length and con- tent. Opinions expressed in letters are those of the writer and not nec- essarily those of the News Advertis- er. We regret that due to the volume of letters, not all will be printed. EDITORIAL LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Conde Nast Traveller magazine re- cently rated the world’s best attractions and — you might want to take this one sitting down — Durham Region didn’t make the list! Among world cities, Sydney was top-ranked and Vancouver was the only Canadian city to make the grade. This, to me, seems fair. I was born and raised here and, in my humble opinion, Durham is a pret- ty good place to live. Good, but not ter- ribly exciting. Most of us would agree, so why is it we seem to feel the need to pass ourselves off as something much grander than we really are? I was flipping through another pub- lication recently and it featured an arti- cle on tourism in Durham Region. It pointed out the tourist trade pumps millions of dollars a year into the local economy, yet the overall tone was one of lamentation. The journalist ap- peared distressed that most of our vis- itors, if not ‘accidental tourists’, were ‘incidental tourists.’ That is, they are people who come here either for busi- ness purposes or to visit relatives. John comes in from Michigan to visit the Canadian office and spends an afternoon golfing on one of our many courses; Aunt Martha from down East comes to see the family and is taken to Cullen Gardens. It’s big business, but it’s not Las Vegas or Miami Beach. This, the article frowned, was inade- quate. Why are people in Asia spending their hard-earned yen to see Paris or Hawaii instead of Bowmanville? Why is Monte Carlo a ‘world-class’ resort for globetrotters but the Great Blue Heron Casino is not? Perhaps with a few more tax dollars wasted — er, ‘in- vested’ — overseas, Parkwood would outdo Park Avenue and the Automo- tive Museum would replace the Lou- vre as the worldly traveller’s must-see museum. Well, I have good news and bad new for those who believe that to be the case. The bad news is, it ain’t gonna happen. I mean no disrespect to the proprietors of local attractions such as Cullen Gardens, the Bowmanville Zoo or the historic shops of Port Perry, but they’re not the types of things that draw world travellers. The Pyramids are a tourist attraction, Picov Downs isn’t; the Statue of Liberty is some- thing people like postcards of, the old shops on Liberty Street aren’t. The good news is that’s OK. Real- ly. Durham is a good place to be, a good place to live. We have nice neigh- bourhoods, some great open spaces to enjoy, a thriving economy and enough to see and do to keep Aunt Martha busy while she’s up here for her annu- al visit. That makes this a world-class place to be, although if we could do some- thing to make the climate more like Miami Beach’s... Take heart, Durham’s a great place to be The world may not know it, but our region is world class E-mail your comments on this opin- ion to steve.houston@durhamnews.net. Dave Ruch Opinion Shaper It’s understandable people don’t know much about the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor. Huh? Yes, it’s not exactly an easy name to say, but the acronym ITER is much more familiar, more memorable. And ITER’s backers don’t much care whether you pronounce it ee-ter or I-ter, just so long as you understand what it means to Durham Region and Canada. ITER is undoubtedly and clearly the wave of the future when it comes to the production of energy. In simple terms, it’s the goal of producing nuclear ener- gy through the fusion process. That’s the most efficient and environmentally friendly way we’ve ever dreamt up to meet our long-term energy needs. By the time fusion becomes a reality,say 40 or 50 years from now, we could well have exhausted our oil and gas reserves and be desperate for what fusion can provide. ITER Canada is now in competition with similar bids from France and Japan to host the reactor. Clarington has been chosen as Canada’s site in this energy ‘Olympics’and at stake is a $12-billion, 30-year project. The reactor would take about 10 years to construct and would operate for another 20 years after that. Thousands of construction jobs would be created in the first phase. After that, 250 elite scientists from around the world would locate in Durham to work at ITER and another 600 technologists would be employed on-site. It’s obvious the region would benefit from the eco- nomic boom ITER would create but, even more important, the elite status of the project would be a tremendous sell- ing point to regional economic develop- ment officers. In the words of Adrian Foster, presi- dent of the Clarington Board of Trade, “it’s the favourite dream of any board of trade or chamber of commerce. From a business point of view it’s absolutely wonderful. We get to try to help solve part of the energy puzzle... and it would have a major impact on Durham as a whole.” Durham College president Gary Polonsky sees an excellent opportunity for his facility too, as the college would be the training ground for the 600 tech- nologists who will work at the site. And ITER could be the focus of a long-term goal to create a university in Durham. ITER can’t help but be a win-win sit- uation for all. As Mr. Polonsky says, “This is one of those rare, rare moments when there are a number of really im- portant reasons to do something and no important apparent reason not to.” Here’s hoping Canada and Durham win this critical contest. Durham pushes bid for energy Olympics From jobs, to economic spinoff, to college expansion, ITER project benefits endless E-mail your comments on this opinion to steve.houston@durhamnews.net. Submissions that include a first and last name, or first and middle initials and last name, as well as the city of residence, will be considered for publication. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 2, 2001 PAGE 7 A/P Ex-stream garbage solutions More waste-diversion options needed if Durham’s to meet goals This is the third in a series of monthly fea- tures covering waste management issues in Durham past, present and future. In this story, we look at a unique wet-dry collection system in Northumberland County and the Region’s long-term plan to adopt an integrated three- stream system here. BY SUSAN O’NEILL Staff Writer For nearly five years now residents living in the neighbouring County of Northumber- land have been separating their waste before leaving their ‘blue’ and ‘green’ garbage bags at the curb. Everything from newspapers to plastic containers, old clothing and small metal ap- pliances goes into the blue bags, while kitchen scraps and yard waste go into the green bags. The relatively simple process, which is re- ferred to as wet-dry collection, results in a two-stream waste system. And, as officials report, it’s had a tremen- dous impact on the amount of waste the coun- ty’s 79,000 residents are diverting from land- fill. “Our recycling program was only diverting 15 per cent of our total waste stream,” said Mary Little, plant manager of Northumber- land’s Material Recovery Facility (MRF), during a recent interview at the facility, noting with the success of the County’s wet-dry pro- gram, that figure has climbed to roughly 35 per cent. “Our politicians travelled, they looked at facilities in the United States, they got infor- mation from Europe and found the concept of wet and dry was such a simple terminology,” Ms. Little said, adding “because it’s easy the participation (is high)”. Northumberland, located just east of Durham Region, implemented a wet-dry col- lection system in 1996 in an effort to improve waste-diversion efforts. All of the dry materi- al collected in the County’s curb-side collec- tion program is taken to the MRF in Grafton. Owned and operated by the County, the 55,000-square-foot facility is one of only two fully co-mingled dry facilities in the province. The other is the $36-million Wet-Dry Recy- cling Centre in Guelph. Meanwhile, Northumberland’s $6.5-mil- lion facility, which received $2.2 million in funding for capital costs from the Ontario Ministry of the Environment, processes ap- proximately 50 tonnes of dry material each day. However, the wet material being collected in Northumberland is still being sent to the County’s two landfill sites because the munic- ipality does not have a composting facility to handle the wet side of the waste stream. “Without even diverting any wet waste we’re doing such a fantastic job,” said Tom Murphy, who oversees waste management in the county, noting, if Northumberland did di- vert its wet waste, its overall diversion rate would be about 75 per cent. “Everybody agrees landfilling waste is not the answer,” he said. “We’ve done a good job with the dry,” but added the County has “over- looked the wet”. Initially the Ministry of Environment is- sued a certificate of approval for a Resource Recovery Facility, which would have included a wet waste processing facility at the same lo- cation, but only the MRF was built. “Due to public opposition, the financial impacts and the uncertainty of the proposed composting technology at that time, only the MRF portion of the proposed Resource Re- covery Facility was built,” states a July 2000 Northumberland MRF evaluation report. “The residents in the County of Northum- berland have to say, ‘Do we want a wet waste facility’?” said Mr. Murphy who believes the County doesn’t generate the tonnage neces- sary to make a composting facility viable. But, he’s hopeful Northumberland will enter a contract with Canada Composting Inc. (CCI) which has a new facility in Newmarket that processes wet waste into high-quality compost and is also an energy-from-waste fa- cility that produces electricity. “We just finished a pilot project with CCI (in which Northumberland shipped its wet waste to Newmarket),” Mr. Murphy noted, adding, “It was a resounding success.” He reports the results of that project indi- cated 77 per cent of the materials collected in Northumberland’s wet-stream curb-side col- lection program can be diverted from landfill. “Now a decision has to be made whether we’re going to carry on with that diversion... we’re going to push for it,” he said, adding he’s hopeful the County will enter into a long- term contract with CCI. “An investment now is going to pay off in the future,” he said. “We want to learn from the Toronto situation. If we can extend the life span of our two landfills, we’ll be self-sus- taining for the next 50 years.” He also reports the County is looking at the possibility of establishing a central transfer station at the MRF property where collection vehicles would drop off the wet waste. That waste would then be loaded onto trucks and shipped to CCI. However, while Northumberland officials claim the move to a wet-dry system has been a huge success, Pickering Councillor and Works Committee Chairman Rick Johnson believes Northumberland’s system doesn’t go far enough. Coun. Johnson reports it’s essential to break down the collection into more than two streams to be successful. “It has to be three or four streams to be a real cost-effective system... it has to be taken a step further than Northumberland and Guelph,” he said, noting the Region hopes to expand the number of waste streams here in the future. “We’re real close,” he said. Coun. Johnson expects the Region will “probably end up with a four-stream” collec- tion system, including two streams of dry waste — one for fibres and another for plas- tics and cans — a wet stream including kitchen scraps and leaf and yard waste, and the residual waste that would either be incin- erated or sent to landfill. Peter Watson, Durham’s waste manager, reports the Region plans to develop an inte- grated three-stream system that would include organics, recyclables and residual garbage. However, there are some other priorities the Region needs to concentrate on, he said, noting the “top three items” are finding a land- fill to use when Keele Valley Landfill Site in Vaughan closes next year, increasing the amount of recyclables and to increase the composting component of the Region’s waste management plan. “The three-stream system is clearly a dif- ferent system than the wet-dry. The wet-dry doesn’t afford residents the opportunity to separate waste in their home and be part of the diversion plan...,” he noted. “In Durham Re- gion residents are encouraged to participate in the disposal of waste by placing recyclables out for pickup... it’s a very different way of disposing of waste.” However, Durham Chairman Roger An- derson says the wet-dry collection system is a process that’s “going to have to be seriously looked at... we have to look at anything and everything including adding to the recycling box.’ However, he noted in order for a wet-dry system to succeed, “You’ve got to have a place to compost and a place to get rid of the by-products.” Scott Wolfe, general manager of Miller Waste Systems on Squires Beach Road in Pickering, said the company is anxious to build that type of facility here. Miller Waste Systems, which built Northumberland’s MRF and has been operat- ing a state-of-the-art composting facility and MRF in Halifax for the past two years, has a certificate of approval from the Province to build a composting facility in Pickering. But, the Miller Waste proposal depends on the Re- gion implementing some kind of wet-dry col- lection system, Mr. Wolfe said. He noted the Region’s waste management task force identified the need to move towards a three-stream collection system here, which Mr. Wolfe said Miller Waste “wholly endors- es.” He also reported the company spent about two years getting permits for a composting fa- cility on the Squires Beach property, which is currently the home to a blue box processing facility and a transfer station that accommo- dates about half of the Region’s garbage which is shipped to Keele Valley. Mr. Wolfe explained if Miller Waste were to be awarded a contract for a three-stream system in Durham, it could then move ahead with its plans to build the Pickering facility which would create an integrated waste man- agement facility in west Durham. “We’re hoping the Region of Durham is going to really move forward on its diversion goals,” he said, noting he believes Durham will only meet those goals if it begins a com- posting program now, as other municipalities are doing. He reported Miller Waste is currently in negotiations with the regions of York and Peel as well as the County of Simcoe and the City of Toronto to build integrated waste facilities that could handle recyclables, compostables and garbage all in one location. “A number of municipalities in Ontario are getting down to actually building these things,” he said, noting a composting facility could be built here within 12 to 18 months. “If there was the political will and we had a signed contract tomorrow, without question within two years the Region could be at 60- to 65-per cent diversion,” he said. PEG McCARTHY/ News Advertiser photo Mary Little, plant manager of the Material Recovery Facility in neighbouring Northumberland County, says two-stream collection programs are diverting more waste from landfill sites. The following chart indicates the amount of dry materials the County received at the Northumberland County Material Recovery Facility between 1997 and 1999, as well as the re- covery rates, which represent the amount of recycled materials the County has been able to sell after its dry waste has been sorted.The revenues generated are also listed. Year Tonnes received Tonnes recovered Percentage Revenue 1997 11,066 8,081 73% $669,581 1998 11,198 7,608 68% $684,043 1999 12,811 8,782 69% $813,095 • Statistics are not yet available for 2000. •• The Material Recovery Facility has the capacity to process 30,000 tonnes per year. ••• The gross operating cost for the MRF was $165/tonne in 1999 and the net operating cost for the MRF was $99/tonne. Finding revenue in the waste stream P PAGE 8 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 2, 2001 We’re online at www.durhamnews.netDurham marks day for mental health awareness Promoting mental health is the aim of several local agencies coming together later this month. Hosted by the COPE Mental Health Program of Durham Region Communi- ty Care Association, the ‘10th Annual Mental Health Awareness Day’ is devoted to mental health and is at the Oshawa Centre Satur- day, March 31 from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Oshawa Centre is at the corner of King Street and Stephenson Road. Everyone is welcome and admission is free. Durham ITER push gets $22-million boost Labour, private sector on board in bid for nuclear fusion project BY JACQUIE McINNES Staff Writer Durham Region’s bid for a multi-billion dollar international energy research facility has re- ceived a $22-million boost from labour and the private sector. ITER (International Thermonu- clear Experimental Reactor) Cana- da President Dr. Peter Barnard an- nounced the commitment during Canada’s official bid launch at a luncheon at the Empire Club in Toronto, Thursday. Canada is competing against Japan and France to host the $12-billion fu- sion research facility which the in- ternational community hopes will be the next significant source of energy for the world. “A group of our members in the private sector and labour have agreed to provide more than $22 million in new funding to secure the remainder of the bid,” Dr. Barnard told the audience. “This money will enable us to proceed to an international agreement.” Later he added, “I don’t think there has been a project before which has had the private sector and labour management behind it with this kind of money. It is huge, huge support.” For the Power Worker’s Union, investment in the project comes from a belief in the potential of the research facility to provide jobs and other benefits for its members, says Don MacKinnon, president. “Ultimately it is the type of members we represent who will fill these jobs in operations down the road. Certainly there are also benefits for our members in their communities,” he adds. The project, which includes a 10-year construction period in ad- dition to 20 years of operation is expected to provide 68,000 person years of employment. Dr. Barnard also announced the completion of ITER’s official bid document which won’t be released until the federal government ap- proves it. Durham MP Alex Shepherd says the federal government is very supportive but cautious of the ITER Canada bid. “We’ve had some very big problems in the past with science projects.” The gov- ernment will proceed on any inter- national agreements with due cau- tion to ensure all the parties’ com- mitments are secure for the 30- year lifespan of the project, he says. While the federal govern- ment does not intend to finance the project directly, Mr. Shepherd says it will likely provide support in areas such as infrastructure and training through “already-exist- ing” projects. The ITER Canada Council has spent much of the past week host- ing delegates from the member countries including the European Union, Japan and France. They were in Canada to tour the Clar- ington site - Canada’s choice for the project - and to learn more about Canada’s proposal. ITER International Council Chairman Evgeny Velikhof who is part of the Russian delegation says the Canadian bid is “a very solid proposal. “ITER Canada has done a great job,” says Dr. Velikhof. The pro- posal “has a very good technical foundation. I am very, very im- pressed with the enthusiasm from all parts of Canada (the communi- ty, private sector, labour and gov- ernment),” he says. Canada is competing against France and Japan for the International Thermonuclear Ex- perimental Reactor project which, if success- ful, will be conducted in Durham Region. The project would provide jobs and economic ben- efits in the region for several years. Winning Entertainment GEORGE OLLIVER & GANGBUSTER “The Blue-Eyed Prince of Soul” This Friday & Saturday Night Port Perry, ON 905-985-4888 • 1-888-29-HERON Licence C000009 Baagwating Community Association. 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During the holiday season at Canadian Tire stores across Canada, $5 from the sale of every full size artificial tree, and an additional $5 from tree purchases made with a Canadian Tire Card or Options MasterCard, was donated to the Foundation to benefit local charities. Building on last year’s success, the Family Tree program raised more than $825,000 this year to help families in communities right across Canada. The funds will go to five Pickering school nutrition programs to ensure children receive a nutritious breakfast. The five schools are Altona Forest P.S., Durham Alternative S.S., Sir John A. McDonald P.S., Bayview Heights P.S. and Glengrove P.S. The Durham Child Nutrition Project is a community partnership working with schools and community groups to develop breakfast clubs and healthy snack programs. Forty-two percent of children attend school without breakfast and this impacts their ability to learn. “The Durham Child Nutrition Program meets a critical need in Pickering,” says Bill Graham, Canadian Tire Associate Dealer. “It really is wonderful to see the Durham Child Nutrition Program, our community, our employees and our Foundation working together to make a difference in the lives of families facing difficult circumstances.”. ADVERTISEMENT Durham council honoured more than 40 restaurants across the region Wednesday as recipients of this year’s ‘Eat Smart! Awards’. The program, which was launched last year to replace the Lifestyle Approved Awards pro- gram run by the Durham Region Health Department from 1994 to 1999, recognizes restaurants that encourage healthy dining. The ‘Eat Smart!’ designation is awarded to restaurants that offer a variety of healthy food choices, pro- vide seating for more non-smokers than is required by municipal by- laws and whose kitchen staff are certified in safe food handling. “We’re very pleased with the success of this program,” reported Durham Region Health Department senior public health inspector Laura Berger. “Although the program was just launched last year, the response from the restaurant industry has been very positive as seen by the number of restaurants that are re- ceiving an award.” This year’s winners in Ajax in- clude Honey Garlic, Sailwinds Restaurant and Cafeteria, Sauter’s Inn Restaurant, Whimsical Garden Café and Zellers Cafeteria. Winners in Brock include Fair Haven’s Bible Conference, Farmer’s Kitchen and Terrace Restaurant. In Clarington, winners include Barbados North, Country Style Donuts, Espresso Legato, Mr. Sub, Silks Café and Catering and Williams Coffee Pub. Winners in Oshawa include Gen- eral Motors Administration Build- ing Cafeteria, Haynes and Associ- ates at the YMCA Cafeteria, Mr. Sub, South China Buffet Restaurant and The Great Canadian Bagel. In Pickering, winners include KC’s Bakery and Deli, Mandarin, Purple Yam and The Great Canadi- an Bagel. Winners in Scugog include Lak- eridge Health Corporation - Port Perry, Mr. Sub, Subway Sandwich- es and The Front Porch. In Uxbridge winners were the Fox and Fiddle, Lakeridge Health Corporation - Uxbridge, Mill Run Golf and Country Club, Ristorante Luna, Swiss Chalet and Wooden Sticks Golf Inc. Winners in Whitby were Boston Pizza, Brother’s Ristorante, Casey’s Bar and Grill, Golden Griddle, Nice Bistro, Panini’s, Pita King, Subway Sandwiches, The Sushi Boat and William’s Coffee Pub. For more information on the ‘Eat Smart!’program in Durham, call the Region’s environmental help line at (905) 723-8521 or 1-800-841-2729 ext. 2188. Information is also avail- able by visiting the Provincial Web site at www.eatsmart.web.net. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 2, 2001 PAGE 9 A/P When you ‘Eat Smart’, Durham Region restaurants win More than 40 Durham establishments honoured for healthy menus Recycle me!*APPLIES TO ALL SUITS, LEATHER COATS, OUTERWEAR & TOPCOATS OVER $15000 DUNN’S PAYS THE EQUIVALENT OF BOTH TAXES DUNN’S in the Oshawa Centre WE CARRY SUIT SIZES FROM 34 TO 54 A SIZE FOR EVERY MAN SUNDAY 11:00-5:00 MON. TO FRI. 9:30-9:00 SATURDAY 9:30-6:00 DUNN’S Across from Reitmans Tailors - Oshawa Centre GST*PST* MEN’S LEATHER JACKETS MEN’S SUITS MEN’S SPORT JACKETS MEN’S OUTER WEAR MEN’S DRESS, CASUAL & CORDUROY SLACKS MEN’S SWEATERS MEN’S DRESS & CASUAL SHIRTS BRAND NAME MERCHANDISE • ROCKPORT • CLARKS • FLORSHEIM • • WEATHER MAN • ULTIMO UOMO by MERIT • NUNN BUSH • CHAPS • ARROW • CHEVALIER • BVD NONO 1/2 PRICE MEN’S SUITS VALUES TO $275.00 NOW $129 95 Canadian Made WEATHER-MAN LEATHER JACKETS Reg. $495.00 NOW $247 50 JUST A FEW DAYS LEFT! TLC DOGS offers: ALL Levels of Obedience Training Show handling & Emergency First Aid & Awareness Certificate Course Free Consultation: (416) 820-5318 Training Dogs For Over 20 Years *NOW 2 LOCATIONS SERVING* : Pickering • Ajax • Whitby & Oshawa & Markham • Stouffville • Uxbridge & Port Perry All Trainers Are Members of the Canadian Professional Pet Dog Trainers Association 10% Discount for Rescue/Shelter Dogs & for Seniors WHERE LEARNING IS FUN! COME SEE WHAT EVERYONE IS TALKING ABOUT TO OUR EARLY BIRD WINNER Get Your Tickets Now! Warren Winkie, Pickering 2001 Cadillac Catera 1-877-460-3800 - 24 hours a day - 7 days a week Congratulations... 11,400 prizes to be won! Best odds in Ontario to Win 1 Million DOLLARS CASH! Licence# P002259 Hospitals in Durham Region need you to speak out now! 1-866-223-2438 Can you get the care you need, close to home? Hospital expansion - it’s urgent! www.excellentcare.com www.lakeridgehealth.on.ca The Durham Catholic District School Board ap- proved a letter at its Feb. 26 board meeting calling on the Province not to cut education spending. Two weeks ago trustees passed a motion asking board chairman Fred Jones to write to Education Min- ister Janet Ecker on the matter. Oshawa Trustee Stan Karwowski made the mo- tion, noting re- cent media spec- ulation that the government planned further education spend- ing cuts to fi- nance more tax cuts. In a recent in- terview, howev- er, Ms. Ecker said there would be no cuts to the education bud- get. Referring to a recent daily newspaper edi- torial, which railed against further cuts to education, Trustee Kar- wowski argued the board letter is still appropri- ate. Chairman Jones’ letter states, “We look forward to receiving assurance from you... that not only will there be no education fund- ing cuts, but also that both you and your government are committed to increased funding commensurate with growth and inflation- ary pressures.” BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer For some students, the classroom of the near future will have no walls and no desks. It will be an online learning environment, and the Durham District School Board plans to be a leader in the field. “We don’t care whether we’re first; we want to be the best,” Leo Plue, co-ordinator of secondary school restruc- turing, told trustees at the Feb. 19 school board meet- ing. While other boards are looking at text-based models to deliver courses over com- puters, he said the board is aiming higher. E-mailing as- signments back and forth is the simplest form of online learning, Mr. Plue suggest- ed. The Durham Virtual Campus, in offering courses online, will feature chat ca- pabilities in which students can communicate with teachers and peers, Web search and even course search opportunities, where students can quickly access previous course material. “It relies very much on interactivity so students are engaged in their own learn- ing and involved in it,” said Mr. Plue. Todd Hitchcock, who with Mr. Plue is co-manag- ing the board’s e-learning project, said the board is “in the final stage of inking the deal” with eClassroom, slat- ed to be the board’s applica- tion service provider (ASP). “This year, we would like to offer a few in-class mod- ules,” he said in an inter- view, explaining that some teachers and students will use the software in a class- room setting to start. In September, the board plans to offer a number of courses, modules for Grade 10 students and full-credit courses for grades 11 and 12 pupils. Laura Elliott, technical and information services su- perintendent, told trustees the board’s cost will de- crease each year. The portal cost in Year 1 will be $44,000. The user-fee cost for stu- dents, covered by the board, will be $80 for a full course and $17 for a module. As with any software, ex- plained Mr. Hitchcock, there will be “very minimal” li- censing fees as well. Ms. Elliott in her report to the board stated there are many reasons for the board to get involved in e-learning. Pupils can work at their own pace and enjoy a flexi- ble timetable, allowing them to maintain part-time em- ployment, she said. E-learn- ing will provide greater flex- ibility and fairness in terms of course offerings, especial- ly for smaller schools. And students learning at home for health reasons would also benefit. Besides, stated Ms. El- liott, “students will seek pro- gramming elsewhere if the (board) does not provide this method of course delivery.” Trustees expressed sup- port for the initiative. Oshawa Trustee Cynthia Steffen said staff have done “a phenomenal job” so far on the project, while Susan Shetler, also an Oshawa rep- resentative, said e-learning was “exciting.” Trustee Shetler won- dered, as the board moves to online learning, how educa- tion ministry funding would be provided to such students. “There are a number of funding areas to be worked out,” replied education di- rector Grant Yeo. Among the issues in- volved is how a student not enrolled in a board school would be funded if taking a local course. A/P PAGE 10 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 2, 2001 Just the fax: 683-7363 High school classrooms from the comfort of your bedroom Durham public board wants ‘to be the best’ at delivering e-learning project LAURA ELLIOTT ‘Students will seek programming elsewhere if the board does not provide this method of course delivery.’ Letter headed to Ecker’s office Watching CHEXTV Durham NEWSwatch at 6:00 is a good thing. But, winning a free TV while you watch, is an incredible thing. We’ll be giving away a free TV everyday until Friday, March 30. For further details visit www.chextv.com/durham Cable 12 in Oshawa, Whiby, and Ajax Cable 81 in Pickering, Scarborough Markham and Richmond Hill Watch & Win First Take 5:30pm weekdays Newswatch 6:00pm LOOK FOR “BUZZWORDS” ON YOUR TV SCREEN THEN CALL IN! Win a TVfree tonight on Newswatch Whosays all the news bad.is Space is limited! Call (416) 661-6600, ext-5397 to confirm your participation! Free Admission A Hoot & A Howl Presentation & Nature Walk Saturday, March 3, 2001, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Enjoy an evening of learning and outdoor adventure with staff of Toronto and Region Conservation! Your night journey will begin with a slide presentation on owls and coyotes, their habits, and habitats. Then a guided night lake hike in hopes of encountering northern forest owls and hearing a coyote howl! Join us at the Uxbridge Pickering Townline and Concession 7 (from Uxbridge) or Sideline 4 (from Pickering). Meet at the TRCA vehicle. Please dress for the weather and bring a flashlight. Watch for Traffic Markers. Park on the Side of the Road and meet at the TRCA Vehicle Pickering Ajax Hwy 40 1 Ninth Concession Hwy 7 Hwy 2 Pickering Brock Rd.Lake RidgeGoodwood Rd. 21 Pickering Uxbridge Townline NCon. 7Sideline 4Rd. 23* Food Court Area (905) 837-0564 Mon.-Sat., Mall Hours Sun., 12-5 (Feb. 4 to April 30) Income Tax Returns 2000 CASH REFUNDS WITHIN 24 HOURS EFILED REFUNDS IN ABOUT 2 WEEKS (Most EFiled Returns) FREE EFILE WITH TAX PREPARATION ALL RETURNS PREPARED Personal, Business, Corporations & Trusts BOOKKEEPING SERVICES AVAILABLE Best Accounting Firm PICKERING TOWN CENTRE E-FILEE-FILE READY CASH TWO DAY SALE! “SATURDAY & SUNDAY ONLY” 1650 BAYLY ST. PICKERING (905) 837-0288 6 MONTHS NO PAYMENTS NO INTEREST O.A.C. CASH & CARRY $AVE UP TO 50% ALL FLOOR MODELS MUST GO!!! EVERYTHING MUST BE SOLD “DO NOT MISS THIS SALE” TOLL FREE 1-888-220-2282 Hours Mon-Wed 10:00am-6:00pm Thurs-Fri 10:00am-9:00pm Sat 10:30am-6:00pm Sundays 12:00pm-4:00pm FACTORY MATTRESS NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 2, 2001 PAGE 11 P ANDREW IWANOWSKI/ News Advertiser photo Opening the door to a digital age Local politicians and Pickering Public Library officials cut a ribbon Monday to mark a new chapter in library services in the community. The library is now providing an archive of community newspapers, including the News Advertiser, in a digital format for library patrons. Getting into the act are (from left) library board chair- man Jill Foster, Pickering Mayor Wayne Arthurs and Pickering-Ajax-Uxbridge MP Dan McTeague. General Motors trims gas surcharge payout to truckers Spokesman says lower diesel costs triggers company’s move The battle between independent truckers and their carriers may be back on. After waging war over gas tax sur- charges, between the truckers, the Province and carriers, a deal last fall seemed to put the issue to rest. But that may soon change. Bill Wellman, president of the Na- tional Truckers Association, says he was told by General Motors Friday the corporation was dropping the gas tax surcharge paid to independent truckers by two per cent. The profit margin for truck drivers is already only a few cents, he said. “This cuts it right down to the bare bone.” A spokesman from GM confirmed the decision to cut the tax surcharge from seven to five per cent. The deci- sion was based solely on the lower costs of diesel fuel, GM spokesman Faye Roberts said. “We’re just re- sponding to market conditions.” “That’s a decision that’s expected to cause a major ripple,” Mr. Wellman said. “GM broke the agreement, the one that (then Economic Development Minister Al) Palladini and everyone signed. An agreement is an agree- ment.” He says the deal does call for the surcharge paid to truck drivers to rise and fall depending on the cost of diesel. However, the surcharge shouldn’t drop with lower fuel prices because, “We didn’t get more when the gas prices went up,” he said. But Ms. Roberts said last fall’s de- cision on fuel surcharges was based on voluntary guidelines and is not a hard-and-fast rule. Mr. Wellman could not say what the repercussions might be or whether truck blockades could begin again. The NTA president will be meet- ing with members and has been in communication with both federal and provincial officials. BILL WELLMAN ‘This cuts right down to the bare bone.’ The Durham office of the Canadi- an National Institute for the Blind (CNIB) will train prospective volun- teers at upcoming sessions in Os- hawa. Two volunteer orientation ses- sions are scheduled for Wednesday, March 7, one from 10 a.m. to noon and another from 6 to 8 p.m. at the CNIB Durham office at 1 Mary St. N. Oshawa. Volunteer opportunities include office support, friendly visiting and event volunteers. The CNIB helps more than 1,300 people in Durham Region who are blind, visually impaired or deaf- blind. To register, call Natalie Manders at (905) 436-7732. CNIB’s Durham office seeks volunteers ALL SEASONS DRIVING SCHOOL March Break Special 4 Day Course: March 12, 13, 14, 15 $29900 Full Course • 25 Hours of In-class • 15 In-car lessons INSURANCE DISCOUNT CERTIFICATE Group discounts (3 or more) • Installment Payment Plan Available Mini Package - 6 lessons & road test $149.00 905-420-8641 924 Kingston Rd., Pickering (Above City Cleaners) REGISTER NOW! • RIDING LESSONS CUSTOMIZED BOARDING English & Western Lesson • Beginner to Advanced • Show Training • Qualified Instructors • Newly Renovated • Barn Heated • Viewing Lounges • Indoor Washrooms • 2 Indoor & 1 Large Outdoor Arena Enjoy the Excitement 2677 AUDLEY RD. AJAX - MINUTES FROM THE 401 905-683-2862 Borrow up to Borrow up to $500$500 until payday!until payday! Bad Credit? No Credit? No Problem! Payday advances, disabilities & pensions $$$$$ Ca$hier Inc. $$$$$ 619-2298 62 Harwood Ave., Unit #2, Ajax (upstairs, shared entrance with Wimpy’s Diner) $$ $$ Spring REGISTRATION PARE N T S ! Watch your Kids backpacks for the DURHAM FAMILY GUIDE 2001 This valuable booklet will be distributed to every school and every student in the Durham Region just in time for March Break. An entire year of fun!! Advertised Competitive Offers ‘01 Neon ‘01 Civic ‘01 Cavalier Lease Rate $299 $238 $215 Lease Apr. 2.8% 9.41% 1.9% Down Payment $0 $2,505 $1820 Freight Included Included $730 Gas & Air Tax Included $175 $175 Taxes on Down Pymt. $0 $402 $408.75 Security Deposit Waived $275 $300 Term 48 Mos. 48 Mos. 48 Mos. First Month’s Pymt. $299 $238 $215 Taxes on Pymt. $44.85 $35.70 $32.25 Total Due on Delivery $343.85 $3,630.70 $3,681.00 Your Durham Region Chrysler retailers present Wise customers read the fine print: These are limited time offers which may not be combined with any other offer except Grad Rebate, “Great Opportunities” program and applied to retail deliveries for personal use only on all new in-stock 2001 vehicles. Retailer may sell/lease for less. Retail order/trade may be necessary. Leases/financing subject to approval by Daimler Chrysler Financial Services. Lease excludes freight, licence, registration, insurance and taxes. These are closed end leases with no buy-back requirements. Financing excludes licence, insurance,registration and tax. Offer subject to change without notice. See retailer for complete details and conditions. *Price excludes licence, insurance, taxes, freight and registration, and includes factory to retailer incentives. Vehicle shown is the Dodge Caravan. Winner of the AJAC is the Dodge Grand Caravan. † 0% purchase financing for a 48 month term on all 2001 Neon models. Example: $20,000/$25,000 @ 0% A.P.R. / 48 month term; monthly payment is $416.67/$520.84. Cost of borrowing is $0. Total obligation is $20,000/$25,000. This is a sample calculation only. **Dodge Caravan SE 28C + AAA + AJK + AJP + JPB. Total lease obligation; $18,797. Lease finance interest rate is 4.3%. Kilometers are limited to 81,600. Charge of 0.15/Km. for excess kilometers. **Chrysler Sebring LX 28J + ATD + WNB. Total lease obligation $19,947. Lease finance interest rate is 7.3%. Kilometers are limited to 81,600. Charge of 0.15/km for excess kilometers. ***Based on a 48 month lease for a 2001 Chrysler Neon 22D. Total lease obligation is $14,669. Lease finance interest rate is 2.8%. Whichever comes first. Some conditions apply. See retailer for details. Complementary tank of fuel with every purchase or lease of a new 2000/2001 vehicle. Reward Yourself Event AJAC “Best New Minivan” WOW! * *** †† 2001 Neon $0 DOWN DRIVE-AWAY EVENT NO SECURITY DEPOSIT - ZERO DOWN - FREIGHT IN - ARE YOU IN? /mth mo. lease 0%†$299 or choose $0 DOWN! financing up to 48 mos.48 month Lease OR CHOOSE THE LIMITED EDITION NEON GTS including: Plus taxes ONLY $19 MONTH ADDITIONAL • Cast Aluminum Wheels • 4-Disc CD Radio • Rear Spoiler • GTS Badging $23,788$289 28J Package includes • 200HP 2.7L 24 valve DOHC V6 engine • 4 speed driver adaptive automatic transmission • 4 wheel disc brakes • Multi-stage dual front air bags • Power windows, locks and mirrors • Cruise control • Complimentary tank of fuel • 16” aluminum wheels. NO CHARGE OPTIONS: • AM/FM CD with changer controls • Remote keyless entry illuminated entry • Power 8-way drivers seat • Traveler/mini trip computer • Illuminated vanity mirror • Front map/courtesy lights. 22D Package includes 2.0L engine • Automatic • 4-wheel fully independent suspension • Air conditioning • AM/FM stereo cassette • Full length centre console • Tilt steering • Child seat tether anchor • Next generation dual air bags • Complimentary tank for fuel. 2001 Chrysler Sebring LX a month for 48 months. Plus $3,400 downpayment, or equivalent trade and $795 freight, $350 security deposit. Lease for or purchase for 2001 Dodge Caravan 28C • All new 3.3L V6 engine 180hp • 4-Speed automatic transmission • Multi-Stage dual front air bags, Dual sliding doors • Air conditioning • AM/FM Radio cassette • Sunscreen glass • Power windows and locks • Heated exterior mirrors • Tilt steering • Cruise control • 7 Passenger seating • Cargo net • Front & rear floor mats • Roof rack • Windshield wiper de-icer • Child seat anchor system • Complimentary tank of fuel /mth $23,488* $248** a month for 48 months. Plus $4,425 downpayment, or equivalent trade and $955 freight, $350 security deposit. Lease for or purchase for ANNANDALE DODGE CHRYSLER LTD. 2059 Bayly St. E., Pickering (905) 683-5722 DURHAM DODGE CHRYSLER 799 Bloor St. W., Oshawa (905) 404-0525 MacINTOSH CHRYSLER LIMITED 331 Park Rd. S., Oshawa (905) 728-4638 VILLAGE CHRYSLER 19 Harwood Ave. N., Ajax (905) 683-53585 YR/100,000km. Powertrain Warranty & Roadside Assistance5 YR/100,000km. Powertrain Warranty & Roadside AssistanceALL NEW ALL NEW ALL NEW ALL NEW A/P PAGE 12 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 2, 2001 • RIGHT HERE • RIGHT HERE • RIGHT HERE • RIGHT HERE! • RIGHT HERE! • RIGHTRIGHT HERE! • RIGHT HERE! • RIGHT HERE! • RIGHT HERE! •• RIGHT HERE • RIGHT HERE • RIGHT HERE • RIGHT HERE! • RIGHT HERE! • RIGHT19 HARWOOD AVE. (North of 401) 905-683-5358 • CHRYSLER • DODGE • DODGE TRUCKS “THINKING LIKE A CUSTOMER” SERVICE OPEN ALL DAY SATURDAY AND EVERY NIGHT ILLAGE CHRYSLER • AJAXILLAGE CHRYSLER • AJAX We are a Five Star Dealership *Village Chrysler will take $500 off the price of selected in-stock 2001/2000 models, deduct any applicable retailer discount, and then reduce the price by a further 7%. The 7% “GST Break” does not apply to freight, retailer installed accessories, warranties, taxes or administration costs. *Plus lic., taxes & admin. Price plus freight $940, air tax $100, Pdl & Admin. $161, GST & PST. $3,000 RDA signed to dealer. *Excluding PT Cruiser, Viper, Prowler. **0% for 48 mths. financing. COB $0. +6.9% up to $25,000 OAC, fin. ex: $25,000 @ 6.9% = $597.50 mo. 48 mos. COB $3,680 + lic., tax, frt. & admin. Some payments based on $3,000 down or equivalent trade, 60 months @ 9.99%. Plus all taxes, admin. PDI & extra. *Payments based on 72 mo. term with tax down, 7% GST + 8% PST. down plus down payment of $2,000. Payments at a rate of 9.65%. eg: $10,000 x 72 mo. term. Re payment of $183.50 per mo. Cost of borrowing $3,212. **Based on 60 mo. rate 9.65%. eg: $10,000 x 60 = $210.75 mo. COB $2,645 OAC. 4.0L 6 cyl., auto, p/s, p/b, p/w, pdl, p/mirrors, p/seat, AM/FM cass/CD, cloth seats, alum. wheels, sunscreen, air cond., tilt cruise, select-trac, ABS, fog lamps. Plus much more. Stk. P6524. Auto, p.s., p.b., air & much more. Low kms. 2000 CHEROKEE CLASSIC 1997 RAM 1500 CLUB CAB 3.9L V6, auto., p/s, p/b, p/w, p/dl, p/seat, tilt, cruise, SLT decor, air cond., AM/FM cass./CD, fog lamps, ABS, slide rear window, andspin, security alarm, trailer tow & more. Stk. P6545 2000 DAKOTA C/C 4X41997 RAM CLUB CAB SLT 3.8L V6, auto., p.w., p.dl., tilt, cruise, 7 pass., sunscreen glass, child seats, air cond., AM/FM cass., ABS, alum. wheels, driver slide door & more. Stk. P6565 2000 GRAND CARAVAN SE4X4 SPORT4x4Only10,500 milesHURRYBuyBuy $$458.53* 458.53* per monthper month Buy onlyBuy only $$324.77** 324.77** per monthper monthper month BuyBuy $$494.71 494.71 per monthper monthper monthBuyBuy $$419.99* 419.99* per monthper monthper month 2.5L V6, auto., p.s., p.b., p.w., tilt, cruise, limited group leather seats, chrome wheels, AM/FM cass./CD, luxury convenience, traction control & much more. Stk. P6608. 2000 SEBRING JXI CONVERT Buy for Buy for $$530.31*530.31* per monthper monthper month 4.7L V8, auto., trailer tow, full time transfer case, p. mirrors, rear air, 3rd seat, ABS, SLT plus decor, H/D service, moulded running boards, anti spin axle, skid plates, AM/FM cass./CD. Stk. P6616. 2000 DURANGO SLT PLUS2000 CARAVAN SE SPORT 3.3L V6, auto., p.w., p.dl., tilt, cruise, air cond., sunscreen, 7 pass., quad seats/child, AM/FM cass., CD, infinity spkrs., full size spare, alum. wheels, fog lamps & more. Stk. P6611. Buy forBuy for $$412.00*412.00* per monthper monthper month Buy forBuy for $$636.74*636.74* per monthper monthper month 2000 CIRRUS LX 2.4L, 4 cyl., auto, p/s, p/b, tilt, cruise, air conditioning, p/w, p/dl, p/mirrors, AM/FM cass., & more. Stk. P6504 3.5L V6, auto, p/w, p/dl, tilt, cruise, AM/FM cass., CD, leather heated seats, p/seats, auto temp air, 17” chrome wheels, ABS & more. Stk #V6610 2000 300 M BuyBuy $$513.94** 513.94** per monthper monthper monthBuyBuy $$271.33** 271.33** per monthper monthper month 4.7L V8, auto, p/s, p/b, tilt, cruise, air cond., skid plate group, keyless entry, sentry key, security alarm, sunscreen, fog lamps, AM/FM Cass and more. Stk. P6628 Buy forBuy for $$577.72**577.72** per monthper monthper month HWY. #401 VILLAGE PLYMOUTH CHRYSLER TORONTO OSHAWA HWY. #2 COSTCO HARWOODVILLAGE CHRYSLER Don’tDon’t MooseMoose A GreatA Great Deal!Deal!No need to drive North (except on Harwood to ‘2’) RIGHT HERERIGHT HEREHe’sHe’s AtAt “Free Photographs” GetGet thethe Moose-age?Moose-age? Now Appearing - “The Coca-Cola Moose” - in our Showroom!Now Appearing - “The Coca-Cola Moose” - in our Showroom! 2000 SEBRING JX 2000 INTREPID 1998 RAM 1500LOADEDCONVERTIBLE1996 GR. CHEROKEE LIMITED2000 NEON ONLY41,000 KM.BuyBuy $$495.45* 495.45* per monthper month BuyBuy $$364.94* 364.94* per monthper month Buy onlyBuy only $$291.25* 291.25* per monthper monthper month Buy forBuy for $$383.44383.44 ** per month per month per monthBuyBuy $$216.66* 216.66* per monthper month 2.5L V6, auto., p.w., p.dl, p.m., tilt, cruise, air cond., alum. wheels, security grp., keyless entry, cloth seats, ABS, sentry key & more. Stk. #P6543 2.7L V6, automatic, p.w., p.dl., tilt, cruise, air conditioning, cloth seats, AM/FM cassette & more. Stk. P6520 Auto, p.s., p.b., & much more. Balance of factory warranty. 2.0L, auto, p/s, p/b, air conditioning, tilt wheel, AM/FM cass., cloth buckets & more. Stk. #P6456. 4.0L 6 cyl., auto, p/windows, p/door locks, tilt, cruise, air cond., leather seats, trailer tow, rear flip window. ABS, dark tint, AM/FM Cass/CD, p/sunroof, mini overhead console, p/seat, limited decor and more Stk. V6631.1 OWNERON L Y 7 3 , 0 0 0 M I L E S 2000 GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDOONLY 12,200MILESNEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, February 16, 2001 PAGE 13 A/P A/P PAGE 14 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 2, 2001 RON PIETRONIRO/ News Advertiser photo Mother Teresa donation is in the bag Grade 2 students at Mother Teresa Catholic School in Ajax collected blankets and clothes for donation to The Street Patrol, a Toronto-organization that will dis- tribute the clothes to the homeless there. Loading up the donation here are students Reilly O’Connor and Cindy-Jo Seares. Summer festival plans under way Annual Frenchman’s Bay event promises weekend of fun, fun, fun PICKERING ––Al- though the summer may seem a long way off, prepa- rations are well under way for this year’s Frenchman’s Bay Festival, councillors heard Monday. The festival, ready for its 10th year, is being held from June 8 to 10 along Pickering’s waterfront. Dave Johnson, president of the Frenchman’s Bay Community Association, was on hand at the Picker- ing executive committee meeting Monday to update councillors on this year’s event and to urge the City to continue providing the festi- val with $1,500 in funding. Councillors did not vote on that request Monday. “Sponsors are an impor- tant part of making it all happen,” he said in a presen- tation, noting more than 10,000 people attended the event last year, which was dampened by torrential rain on the Sunday. Mr. Johnson reported 2001 will see the return of many favourite events, in- cluding the concert by the bay, the pancake breakfast and many others. “The focus this year will be on the Millennium Square,” he said, noting the “beautiful boardwalk and splash park are sure to be an instant hit.” For more information about volunteering to help out with the festival, call Mr. Johnson at (416) 821- 5771. Durham quilters host show A visitor from Burlington will show a selection of her handiwork at next week’s meeting of the Durham Tril- lium Quilting Guild. Sandra Meech will dis- play a wide variety of her quilts at the meeting and show at Central Collegiate, 155 Gibb St., Oshawa, on Tuesday, March 6 at 7:30 p.m. New members are al- ways welcome. For more information, call Elizabeth Vipond (905) 726-7495 or Arlene Dickin- son at (905) 432-5334. MEDIA SPONSORS Come on Down and Play A Round! Thursday, Friday NOON - 9 PM Saturday, Sunday 10 AM - 6 PM Adults $12 Seniors (65+) $10 Juniors (8-15) $10 Visit us on-line @ www.premierconsumershows.com MARCH 1- 4, 2001 South Building • Metro Toronto Convention Centre PRESENTED BY Clubs for Kids! The first 500 children* aged 5-14 entering the Golf Show each day will receive a Wilson golf club FREE! Friday is Golf Barrie Day! THESE QUALITY WILSON CLUBS WILL BE CUSTOM-FITTED FOR GRIP AND LENGTH! DON’T MISS IT! *Must be accompanied by an adult THE FIRST 8,000 VISITORS ON FRIDAY, MARCH 2 RECEIVE A FREE ROUND OF GOLF (some restrictions apply) Featuring... • The Latest Equipment • Free Clinics for Juniors and Adults • Golf Destinations from around the world • Golf Courses, local and worldwide • Great Bargains in equipment & apparel • LPGA Tour Pro Gail Graham FREE PARKING sponsored by 200 Queen’s Quay W. Look for Golf Show Parking signs SPONSORED BY PRODUCED BY Come on Down and Play A Round! NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 2, 2001 PAGE 15 A/P Ajax DO’C students face longer walks next year Catholic school board trustees have approved in principle an exten- sion of the non-busing zone for Archbishop Denis O’Connor Catholic High School students in Ajax. At the Feb. 26 Durham Catholic District School Board meeting, a re- port from transportation supervisor Kathleen Pezzarello stated this was necessary because Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School is open- ing in the fall. Ajax’s second Catholic high school, part of a multi-use facility shared with the public school board, is to open this September at Har- wood Avenue and Rossland Road. In an interview, Ms. Pezzarello stated an enlarged boundary is also proposed because as an area such as Ajax grows, walking to school be- comes easier for students when sidewalks and traffic lights are in- stalled. She pointed put there’s also an issue of equity. “In fairness, you can’t have kids at one high school walking further than at another,” said Ms. Pezzarello. The extension would see the boundary extend west of Westney Road between Hwy 401 and De- laney Drive. The new line, if approved by trustees, would extend westward from the 401 to Rotherglen Road, north to Burningham Crescent, in- cluding all of that street, west along Lincoln Street to Church Street, north to Sherwood Road, east to Rotherglen, north to include the Westney Heights Public School property and the park, and east along Brennan Road to Delaney, en- compassing both sides of the street, to Brockman Crescent. The proposed extension would then meet the existing boundary at Westney Road North and Magill Drive. Board staff is to meet with the Denis O’Connor school council on Mar. 7 at 7:30 p.m. to discuss the proposed change. FRIDAY, MARCH 2 SUPPORT GROUP:Serenity Group is having a 12 step re- covery meeting at 8:00 p.m. at Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd., Pickering. This support group will help and walk you through important life decisions. The group meets every week focusing on addiction, child care is avali- ble when required. Everyone is welcome. SUNDAY, MARCH 4 CELEBRATIONS:B’nai Shalom V’tikvah, Durham’s Reform Jewish congregation will be celebrating Purim with a party in the afternoon. For more information, please call (905) 420-4429. MONDAY, MARCH 5 RUG HOOKERS: The month- ly meeting of the Ajax Rug Hookers is at the St. Andrew’s Friendship Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., at 7:30 p.m. Traditional rug hooking with teachers is available through the club. Call Sue Reaney for more in- formation at 839-7953. DENTAL SEMINAR: Durham Dental Hygenists’So- ciety is meeting at the Oshawa Public Library - McLaughlin Building from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Our ODHA Director for Durham, Lauma Beti-Tof- felmire will host an ODHA Workshop. PARKINSON:The Durham chapter Parkinson Foundation is holding its monthly meeting at 7:30 at St. Mark’s United Church, 201 Centre St. Whit- by. The topic of the meeting is upper body exercises. The event is wheelchair accessible. For more information please contact Jean Keary (905) 619- 1469. TOASTMASTERS:Whitby Toastmaters will be meeting at 7:30 p.m. in the Program Room at the Whitby Public Li- brary, 450 Dundas St., west. Toastmasters meetings will help you to become a better communicator. Everyone is welcome. For more informa- tion call 723-4707 (Allan) or 666-0763 (Brenda). ❑ ❑ ❑ To list your non-profit group’s events in the Billboard, fax the information to us at 683-7363. Deadline is one week prior to your event. BILLBOARD MARCH 2, 2001 PRECISE ~ ACCURATE ~ GUARANTEED (905) 426-9936 TRANSIT SQUARE - AJAX GO STATION MON-FRI 9 to 9, SAT 9 to 5 * Available with TAX RUSH Refund/Discounting Service (Tax Refund less a prescribed government fee) • Income Tax Preparation • Personal or Business • Refund within 24 Hrs.* • FREE Electronic Filing • Seniors Discount 15% • Convenient Hours • Open Year Round • Money Back Guarantee • Over 250 Locations MENTION THIS AD LIMIT ONE COUPON PER RETURN. NOT VALID WITH TAX RUSH OR ANY OTHER OFFER.SAVE $10 PICKERING (AMBERLEA PLAZA) • 831-9339 1822 WHITES RD. NORTH OF HWY. #2 BACK TO BASICS GOLDWELL SALON THE $27 95 pair Litre Sale Shampoo & Conditioner •Sunflower •Wildberry •Raspberry •Green Tea $24 95 pair Dry & Porous - Litre Duo Shampoo & Conditioner Save $21.00 INFUSIUM 23 or INFUSIUM ULTRA $10 30 350 mL Save $21.60 Mar 2, 2001 11:00 am - 9 pm The Area’s ONLY Full Line LA-Z-BOY Dealer 1-800-642-4561 (905) 723-5211 900 Champlain Avenue COUNT DOWN TO SAVINGS Hurry to La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries® before time runs out on this event. T HIS F RIDAY, S ATURDAY, S UNDAY O NLY PLUS A HUGE SELECTION OF ITEMS PRICED TO CLEAR La-Z-Boy Classics® Chairs SALE PRICED Tables SALE PRICED La-Z-Boy Leather Recliners SALE PRICED La-Z-Boy Leather Sofas SALE PRICED La-Z-Boy Sofas SALE PRICED La-Z-Boy Recliners SALE PRICED To advertise in this special section call Chris or Andrea at (905)683-5110 Home Sweet Home Home Sweet Home Add Colour, Flare and Comfort to your Home for Spring March Makeover Sale Fabulous New Spring Designs Arriving Soon! Selected Shower Curtains - extra 50% off All Bathrobes - extra 25% off All Picture Frames - extra 25% off All Wallpaper Border - extra 30% off All Accent Furniture - extra 20% off Bu siness Excel l e n c e•C o n s umers’Choi ce•GO LD 2000 For AwardTM Bath ‘n’ Bedtime is the 1999 Consumers Choice Award Winner for Bedding and Bathroom accessories. Proudly Canadian owned and operated for over 17 years. Selection may vary by store. TORONTO Lawrence Plaza Bathurst & Lawrence (416) 781-8600 PICKERING Pickering Home & Leisure 401 & Brock Rd. (905) 428-0007 LONDON Crossroads Centre Exeter & Wellington (519) 686-1759 STONEY CREEK Stoney Creek Decor Centre 410 Lewis Road (905) 643-2114 or Shop Us On The Net at www.bathnbed.com 20% off25% - 50%off SAVESAVE an extra an extra Bathroom Coordinates Night Dreams Synthetic Duvets, Pillows & Mat Pads Royal Velvet Towels & Rugs (over 25 fashion colours to choose from) SAVE an extra 25% - 50%off SAVE an extra 20% - 30%off Selected Bedding Patterns 13 fashion patterns to choose from ~Design Answers ~ By Charmaine Wynter C.I.D. CDECA Problem:There are so many different types of win- dow treatments. How do I select the type most appropriate to my window? Solution: Natural light is the soul of a room. It allows occupants to experience the changing seasons and the changes in the time of day. Each window treatment should screen, filter and sometimes totally occlude the light entering your room. • Allow your lighting needs to be one of the deter- mining factors when selecting the type of window treat- ment your room requires. Secondly examine the amount of decoration that is appropriate for your window covering. Do this by deter- mining the role the window serves in the room setting; whether it is primary, secondary or an accessory role. • Windows serving a primary role act as the focal point of the space. In this case the window should be dressed more lavishly with a treatment that is quite bold. • Windows performing in a secondary role are styled with treatments that direct the eye to look at the room. In this role the window does require a form of deco- ration that links it to the interior design so it co-ordinates with the furnishings within the area. • Finally, when your window plays an accessory role it allows for the view to be the primary focus. With this type of window the best treatment is one of simplicity allowing for the dressing to compliment the view. Having said all that, there is a definite movement in window fashion towards a cleaner, simpler drapery styling. This trend allows for the use of sumptuous fabrics and exotic drapery hard- ware. So enjoy some fresh luxury and let the light in! Charmaine Wynter is a Certified Interior Decorator and the Owner of Wynter Interiors decorating services. Ph# (905) 420- 0040. Her advice column appears bi-weekly. You may review past columns at www.wyn- terinteriors.com. Please send design questions to: Design Answers c/o Ajax Pickering News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave. L1S 2H5; Fax (905) 619- 9068. ADVERTISING FEATURE Acorn Custom Designs •Kitchens & Bath Renos •Wall Units & Bars •Fireplaces & more •Residential/Commercial 1019 Toy Ave. Unit #1 & #2 Pickering (Brock & Bayly) 428-6057 WE HAVE MOVED TO 924 KINGSTON RD. PICKERING Recover your sofa $39900 fabric included Call store for details PICOV FURNITURE C.C. LTD. 831-6040 A/P PAGE 16 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, March 2, 2001 Home Sweet HomeHome Sweet Home ADVERTISING FEATURE Canada’s Leader In Home Decor The Genuine Factory Outlet is a sur- prise to every new cus- tomer that walks through it’s doors. Located in Ajax south of Hwy 401 at Westney Rd. across from the Go Station, the building may fool you. Once you step inside you’ll stand in awe as you realize the shoppers paradise you have just discovered. The Genuine Factory Outlet decorates every room in your home with over 5,000 products. The layout of the factory outlet reflects the large assort- ment of products manu- factured in their 50,000 square foot factory adja- cent to the Outlet. From bed and kitchen to the bath, fab- ric and rug shops, their friendly, knowledgeable staff takes time to ensure customer satis- faction. It’s impossible not to notice the friendly knowledgeable approach by the staff in the store. THE MOST ASKED QUESTION TO THE OWNER BERNARD BARRY “HOW DID YOU CRE- ATE SUCH A HOME DECOR STORE THAT IS CONTINUALLY CHANGING WITH THE TRENDS? EVERY TIME I COME INTO THE OUTLET IT GETS BETTER AND BET- TER”. The foundation is stocked with over half a million yards of fabric and 37 years of manu- facturing experience. The real secret of our suc- cess is our fellow associates who are knowledgeable; a perfect example is Rick Hafenbrack, Vice President of Manufacturing. Today, only 44 years old, he has 27 years of practical knowledge and hands on experience in run- ning a versatile textile plant. The Genuine Factory Outlet’s Hall of Fame continues to develop these types of people. The reason of our success over the years is our staff. We have people who are well trained in customer service as well as behind the scenes. The manufac- turing of home decor products requires attention to detail, quali- ty of workmanship, and excel- lence in design and colour. Each section of the business must over- lap to produce a product. The result is a home decor team that offers products for every room in your home at affordable prices. Customers enjoy the fact that the Factory Outlet is truly Canadian owned and operated and that they are a real factory. Rick Hafenbrack, Vice President of Manufacturing. has 27 years of practical knowledge and hands on experience in running a versatile textile plant. The Genuine Factory Outlet decorates every room in your home with over 5,000 products. The layout of the factory outlet reflects the large assortment of products manufactured in their 50,000 square foot factory adjacent to the Outlet. We’re a FACTORY, We’re a STORE... OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK: Mon. - Wed. 10-6, Thurs. 10-8, Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-5, Sun 12-5 GENUINE EAST 401 DON VALLEYWESTNEY RD.BROCK RD.HARWOOD AVE.Home Decor WHITBYAJAXTORONTO SAVE UP TO 75% OFF RETAIL Canadian Manufacturer for over 36 years 458 Fairall St., Ajax Just South of 401 (at Westney-across from GO Stn.) 905•683•2222 Includes Bed skirt & Shams Any Size DUVET COVER ENSEMBLE $2499$2499 Reg. Retail $69.99-$99.99 SHEET SEPARATES FLAT OR FITTED Reg. Retail $14.99-$34.99 Twin, Double, Queen or King $799$799 PILLOW CASES $599 pair$599 pair Double Only & Limited Quantities CANNON BED IN A BAG $2999 Reg. Retail $99.99 $2999 54” Wide FABRIC BY THE YARD Reg. Retail $19.99$699$699 from from per yard NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, March 2, 2001 PAGE 17 A/P A/P PAGE 18 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION,February 16, 2001 Following are new film re- leases being screened this weekend at cinemas in Ajax and Pickering. SEE SPOT RUN Starring David Arquette, Michael Clarke Duncan, Leslie Bibb, Paul Sorvino, Anthony Anderson. Directed by John Whitesell. Gordon Smith, (Arquette) is an offbeat mailman who has never met a dog he could- n’t handle. When he offers to babysit James, the young son of his beautiful neighbour Stephanie (Bibb), he’s hop- ing she’ll return his romantic interest. A hard-working single mom, Stephanie thinks Gor- don is just an overgrown kid himself but circumstances force her to leave James with him, temporarily, while she is away on business. Meanwhile, in another part of town, an FBI agent named Murdoch (Clarke Duncan) is trying desperately to find his runaway canine partner, Agent Eleven, who has escaped from protective custody. Thanks to the super dog’s drug detecting abilities, he has incurred the wrath of local mobster kingpin Sonny Talia (Sorvino) who has put out a contract on the four- footed fed. Luckily, Agent Eleven is a lot faster and smarter than Talia’s two inept henchmen, Gino and Arliss, so they aren’t having much luck. They lose the trail com- pletely when the dog seeks refuge in Gordon’s mail truck, where he is promptly adopted by James, who names him ‘Spot’. Gordon is not exactly a dog lover, especially after having to use his ingenuity to fight off the mailman-hating mutts on his postal route. Armed with a variety of in- genuous devices, Gordon en- ters the combat zone and emerges victorious, if not ex- actly unscathed. Meanwhile, Stephanie is having her own set of unbelievable adven- tures trying to get back home, thanks to a freak snowstorm. Spot appears to be nothing but trouble so Gordon tries to persuade James to give him up. Instead he finds both the kid and the pooch beginning to grow on him. When the mobsters catch up to them at the local pet store, chaos abounds. As the fur, fish and feath- ers start to fly, Spot finally gets to show his true colours. By the time Stephanie returns home to find her son and Gordon remarkably trans- formed, Agent Murdoch has shown up to reclaim his dog. The final decision is up to Spot, but the lives he has touched will never be the same. (Famous Players Pickering 8 Cinemas - Pickering Town Centre, Cineplex- Odeon Ajax 10 Cinemas). THE MEXICAN Starring Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, James Gandolfini, Sherman Augustus, Bob Balaban. Directed by Gore Verbins- ki. Jerry Welbach (Pitt), a re- luctant bagman, has been given two ultimatums: The first is from his mob boss to travel to Mexico and retrieve a priceless antique pistol, known as ‘the Mexican’... or suffer the consequences. The second is from his girlfriend Samantha to end his associa- tion with the mob. Jerry figures alive and in trouble with Samantha is bet- ter than the more permanent alternative, so he heads south of the border. Finding the pis- tol proves easy. Getting it home is another matter. The pistol supposedly car- ries a legendary curse — a legend Jerry is given every reason to believe, especially when Samantha is taken hostage by a hit man to en- sure the safe return of the pis- tol. (Famous Players Pickering 8 Cinemas - Pickering Town Centre, Cineplex- Odeon Ajax 10 Cinemas). For a complete listing of what’s playing this weekend, contact your local cinema. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 2, 2001 PAGE 19 P Entertainment NEWS ADVERTISER march 2, 2001 Weekend at the movies... Laughs follow when you See Spot Run Fax it Ajax and Pickering News Advertiser General 683-7363 We’ve Got Your Size Sizes 4-15 Widths AA-EEE PICKERING TOWN CENTRE • UPPER LEVEL • SEARS WING “be comfortable, uncompromise™ start with your feet” INVENTORY SALE $20 OFF Superior Construction, Waterproof shoe, designed for durability and high style. PICKERING 8 905-839-2994 PICKERING TOWN CENTRE FAMOUS PLAYERS BIG SCREEN! BIG SOUND! BIG DIFFERENCE! w w w . f a m o u s p l a y e r s . c o m OSHAWA 905-433-3843 OSHAWA CENTRE 102 DALMATIANS (PG) Fri., Sat., Sun., Tue., 1:00, 3:30 DOWN TO EARTH (PG) Fri., Sat., Sun., Tue 1:45, 4:40, 7:10, 9:30 Mon., Wed., Thurs., 7:10, 9:30 HANNIBAL (AA) Frightening scenes, violence, not recommended for children Fri., Sat., Sun., Tue., 12:45, 4:00, 6:55, 7:30, 10:00, 10:30 Mon., Wed., Thurs., 6:55, 7:30, 10:00, 10:30 MISS CONGENIALITY (PG) Fri, Sat, Sun, Tue 1:35,4:20, 7:35, 10:20 Mon, Wed, Thurs 7:35, 10:20 SAVE THE LAST DANCE (AA) Coarse language Fri, Sat, Sun, Tue 1:00, 3:45, 6:45, 9:40 Mon, Wed, Thurs 6:45, 9:40 SEE SPOT RUN (PG) Fri., Sat., Sun., Tue., 1:10, 3:40, 6:30, 9:00 Mon., Wed., Thurs., 6:30, 9:00 THE GIFT (AA) Not recommended for children, violence, frightening scenes Fri., Sat., Sun., Tue., 1:25, 3:55, 7:20, 9:50 Mon., Wed., Thurs., 7:20, 9:50 WHAT WOMEN WANT (PG) Mature theme Fri., Sat., Sun., Tues., 1:15, 4:15, 7:05, 10:10 Mon., Wed., Thurs., 7:05, 10:10 RECESS: SCHOOL’S OUT (PG) Fri, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 7:00 Sat, Sun 12:15, 2:35, 4:45, 7:00 SEE SPOT RUN (PG) Fri, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thurs 6:30,9:10 Sat, Sun 12:30, 3:30, 6:30, 9:10 SWEET NOVEMBER (PG) Fri., Mon., Tue., Wed., Thurs., 7:10, 10:00 Sat., Sun., 1:20, 4:10, 7:10, 10:00 THE MEXICAN (NO PASSES) (AA) Coarse language Fri, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thurs 7:15, 10:15 Sat, Sun 1:15, 4:20, 7:15, 10:15 THE WEDDING PLANNER (PG) 9:20 TRAFFIC (AA) Coarse language, substance abuse, mature theme Fri., Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs., 6:50, 10:05 Sat., Sun., 12:25, 3:40, 6:50, 10:05 3000 MILES TO GRACELAND (R) Brutal violence, coarse language Fri., Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs., 7:20, 10:10 Sat., Sun., 1:00, 4:15, 7:20, 10:10 DOWN TO EARTH (PG) Fri., Mon., Tue., Wed.,Thurs., 7:45, 9:50 Sat., Sun., 2:00, 5:00, 7:45, 9:50 HANNIBAL (AA) Frightening scenes, violence, not recommended for children Fri., Mon., Tue., Wed., Thurs., 6:55, 9:55 Sat., Sun., 12:45, 3:45, 6:55, 9:55 905-426-6242 Located in Wal-Mart Ajax OPEN Mon. - Fri. 9 A.M. - 9 P.M. Sat. 9 A.M. - 6 P.M. Sun. 12 - 6 P.M. MO LEX 9VIP ALL SHOWS! ALL AGES! ALL SEATS! $425 1095 KINGSTON RD., PICKERING 24 HR. INFO 420-SHOW 416-444-FILM WHY PAY MORE! 1:00, 3:05, 7:05, 9:15 PG AA SAVING SILVERMAN Jason Biggs PG PG PG PG F RUGRATS IN PARIS Animated 1:10, 3:10 F CAST AWAY Tom Hanks DTS 1:30, 7:30 DTS 1:05, 3:05, 7:05, 9:05 GIVE THE GIFT OF MOVIES $5 & $10 GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE PG Coarse Language MONKEY BONE Brandon Fraser PG SAVE THE LAST DANCE Julia Stiles O BROTHER, WHERE ART THOU George Clooney Mature Theme MISS CONGENIALITY Sandra Bullock 7:00, 9:10 CROUCHING TIGER, HIDDEN DRAGON Chow Yun Fat EMPEROR’S NEW GROOVE Animated 1:00, 3:15, 7:00, 9:15 Mature ThemeWHAT WOMEN WANT Mel Gibson 7:00, 9:20 Mandarin with English subtitles 1:10, 3:10 CHOCOLAT Johnny Depp 1:00, 3:15, 7:00, 9:15 DTS 1:00, 3:00, 7:00, 9:00 1:15, 3:15, 7:15, 9:15 PG WORK FAIR 2001 On Wednesday, February 21 we gave the teenagers of Pickering a three hour window from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. to apply for a job at the store. We had ten openings for the summer and were overwhelmed when almost 100 teenagers lined up for interviews. Sherry and I interviewed every one of them and we would have liked to hire them all. Sherry and I have always been impressed with the high quality of the kids who live in this area and this day was no exception. We were only able to narrow it down to 34 outstanding applicants for a ten positions. I then called Richard who manages the Wendy’s here in Pickering and John the manager of Burger King and they both agreed to accept the resumes of the balance of these applicants. Many thanks to both of these men for giving these kids at least a second change for the interview. There is no guarantee that they will get the job but they will be willing to help. I have always insisted that competition benefits you the consumer the most. But it doesn’t mean that we can’t work together to provide jobs for the teenagers of Pickering. These men are a prime example of that co-operation and please thank them or leave a message for them in the next time you pay a visit to their stores. DONATION TO SICK KIDS ON VALENTINE DAY As you know our next door neighbour’s 12 year old daughter is battling leukemia and being treated at Sick Kids. The hospital is a wonderful facility for kids and needs our support. In honour of Nerissa Bungaroo we made a pledge to donate 1.00 for every cake sold from the Friday to Valentine’s Day. We sold over 300 cakes. Last year we sold 150 cakes at this same time and we want to thank our customers from the bottom of our hearts for the great support they gave us on this project. We will forward a cheque for 320.00 to Sick Kids in honour of Narissa and the great work done at the hospital. OUR THREE NEW BLIZZARDS: Yes we have received many calls and inquiries as to when we will introduce our new CLODHOPPER BLIZZARD as well as our new MOCHA CHIP WITH NESCAFE and the third one is going to be an instant hit with the teenagers. It’s called the GRAPE EXPLOSION. Our staff have been sampling them as we teach them how to make these three new products and they love it! We should be ready to roll these new products out on the first day of the March Break. WORK FAIR 2001 AND SILK KIDS UPDATE Pickering Dairy Queen 1099 Kingston Rd., L1V 1B5 (905) 831-2665 P L A Y LPA A C E DRIVE THRU $1.00 TACO SALAD OUR NEW This coupon in not redeemable with any other coupon or special offer. Sales tax extra. One per customer per visit. Expires March 31, 2001 TM x BAYLY HARWOODWESTNEY“WE AIN’T JUST TALKING” YES! TWO CAN DINE FOR $16.99 10 oz. NEW YORK STEAK DINNER OR OUR GREAT SIZZLING FAJITA’S “WOW” SEVEN DAYS A WEEK! BIG M STYLE STEAK ON A KAISER 8 oz. $7.95 CHOICE OF FRIES, SOUP OR SALAD EVERY TUESDAY FROM THE SPOONS & GLASS TIGER ITS 3 MEN & A DRUM MACHINE 9:30 P.M. CHEAPY WEDNESDAYS & P&P NIGHT PINT & POUND $6.95 PITCHER & PIZZA $14.95 DOMESTIC BEV. $3.00 ALL DAY “WOW” EVERY THURSDAY HOME OF TWO 4 THE SHOW FRI. NIGHT BAND MAR. 2ND 9:30 PM 3 MEN & A DRUM MACHINE SAT. NIGHT BAND MAR. 3RD 9:30 PM BRIAN & JOHNY MOTOWN, POP & ROCK BOOK YOUR NEXT PART WITH US 905-686-(CHAT) 2428 368 BAYLY ST. AJAX An organization dedicated to help- ing the bereaved will host its ‘4th An- nual Walk to Remember’ in Oshawa this Sunday. The Bereaved Families of Ontario (BFO) — Durham Region branch is joining other BFO affiliates for the an- nual event begin- ning at the 5 Points Mall, at Ritson and Taunton roads. Registration begins at 9:15 a.m. March 4, with the walk starting at 10 a.m. and ending at 11 a.m. Partic- ipants are en- couraged to set their own pace, as the event’s not a sporting event. Entertainment for all ages will be provided along the route and all partici- pants will receive a ‘Walk to Re- member’T-shirt. There’s no registration fee, but top pledge collectors are eli- gible for several grand prizes, in- cluding platinum Toronto Maple Leafs NHL hock- ey tickets, a Sony Playstation and more. All proceeds toward bereavement support and education in Durham Re- gion. Pledge forms are available at the BFO Durham office at 1050 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa, or by calling (905) 579-4293. A/P PAGE 20 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 2, 2001 Guiding lights Scout support Mary Willard (left) and Ann Hopkins were on hand at the Pickering Town Centre last week to celebrate Scout and Guide Week and to raise awareness of their activ- ities in the community. The display at the mall featured a history of Scouting and a catalogue of the many things they do in Ajax and Pickering. Bereaved parents ‘Walk to Remember’ in Oshawa Sunday Read up online! We’re at www.durhamnews.net AVAILABLE in AJAX at: Health Plus 145 Kingston Rd. E. Ph. 426-7587 Pharma Plus 240 Harwood Ave. S. Ph. 683-1552 Pharma Plus 957 Westney Rd. S. Ph. 683-1314 Westney Guardian Drugs 475 Westney Rd. N. Ph. 428-3777 AVAILABLE in PICKERING at: B N Natural Food 1550 Kingston Rd. Ph. 420-1462 Life Nutrition Natural Foods 1773 Bayly St. Ph. 831-7395 Nutrition House Pickering Town Centre Ph. 420-3262 Pharma Plus 1900 Dixie Rd. Ph. 420-8735 Sears Health & Fitness Pickering Town Centre Ph. 420-8000 Call stores first, if out of stock, call us at 1-800-333-7995 LIQUIDATION Tracksuits $10; Beanie Baby Kids $10; Movies 3 for $10; Silly Slammers; Thousands of Books starting at 2 for $5 ALL OTHER BOOKS UP TO 75% OFF Ceramics; Wrestling Figures and Banks Computer Games $12.99 or 2 for $20 334 WESTNEY ROAD SOUTH Beside Pats Rent All, inside Ajax Moving Systems One block south of Bayly on Westney SATURDAY'S FEATURE: Ass't Beanie Babies $7.99 and Up open again! Dr. Joanna Madej Family and Cosmetic Dentistry 145 Kingston Rd. East, Unit 17 (opposite Costco), Ajax • Complete care for all ages • On site dental laboratory • Flexible hours 619-3112 Presented by •Face Painting •Puppet Show •Jumping Castles •Raffles •Giveaways •Clowns •Colouring Contest •Games & Interactive Activities •Trampoline Demo •Fire Department “Burning House” Demo •18’ Rock Climbing Wall •Tug of War Games ...and of course the best family products and services offered by our vendors! Admission $2.00-all ages regular admission $2.00 limit of one coupon per person the admission to the Fun Fair Extraordinaire, May 27,2001, Iroquois Sports Centre, Whitby 10-4pm Now is the time to reserve a booth at this fantastic, fun, family event! Call Chris at (905) 683-5110 Sunday May 27, 2001 10am-4pm Space & Party Place 1OFF$1OFF$ Sponsored by Great Fun for the Whole Family! Great Fun for the Whole Family!COMINGTHIS SPRING F U N FAI R E XTR O DAR NIAI RE May 27, 2001May 27, 2001 F U N FAI R EXTR O DAR NIAIRE May 27, 2001May 27, 2001 PICKERING —Pickering area youth can have fun and im- prove their athletic skills over the March break at the second annual ‘Sportscamp’ at St. Mary Catholic Secondary School. Final registration will be held tomorrow (Saturday) from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The camp, which runs March 12 to 16, is for boys and girls ages six to 12. Several different sports will be featured daily between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Each participant will receive a camp T-shirt and a pizza lunch on Friday, March 16. The cost of the camp is $135 per child. A discount will be of- fered for two or more members of a family. St. Mary is at 1918 Whites Rd. For more information, call (905) 420-7166, ext. 5040. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 2, 2001 PAGE 21 P Sports &LEISURE NEWS ADVERTISER march 2, 2001 RON PIETRONIRO/ News Advertiser photo St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Monarchs’Sydney Bookal dishes off to a teammate while being guarded by two Pine Ridge Secondary School Pumas’ players during Durham Region senior boys’ basketball action. The playoff semifinal contest was played at St. Mary Tuesday afternoon, with the Monarchs coming out on top 66-57. St. Mary played Dunbarton High School in the final at Bowmanville High School Thursday, after the News Advertis- er’s press deadline. Dunbarton, St. Mary square off in Durham senior basketball finals Spartans, Monarchs split games during regular season BY AL RIVETT Sports Editor PICKERING —Two Pickering teams were in the hunt for regional hoops su- premacy and a chance to ad- vance to the provincials later this month. The Dunbarton High School Spartans and the St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Monarchs played for the Durham senior boys’ bas- ketball championship Thurs- day night at Bowmanville High School. The result was- n’t available at the News Ad- vertiser’s press deadline. The Spartans advanced to the final after downing Os- hawa’s R.S. McLaughlin and Vocational Institute Trojans 62-47 in the semifinals at Dunbarton Tuesday afternoon. Meanwhile, St. Mary booked its ticket after beating the Pine Ridge Secondary School Pumas 66-57. In the Dunbarton victory, the Spartans (15-3 overall record) went wire-to-wire for the victory, relying on a bal- anced offensive attack and strong defence to subdue McLaughlin, which came up short, despite a late-game rally. “We had three guys in dou- ble figures for us and we played really well defensive- ly,” noted Spartans’ co-coach Jeff Maharaj, who’s joined by Everton Clennon on the bench. The Spartans were led by Kemar Munroe with 17 points, Mike Filinski with 16 and Ryan Dow with 11 against McLaughlin. Meanwhile, a large, vocal crowd showed up for the St. Mary-Pine Ridge semifinal, a game in which both clubs showed grit and determina- tion. After top-ranked St. Mary opened up a sizable lead at half time, the Pumas rallied in the third quarter to tie the score. The Monarchs, howev- er, got back to playing solid defence in the final quarter to prevent the fourth-seeded Pumas from pulling off an upset. St. Mary coach Mike Gor- densky gave full marks to Pine Ridge for a solid effort. “I thought we played fairly well and I think Pine Ridge played very well,” he said. “It was a great game and the stands were packed with kids from both schools, which was nice to see.” Gordensky says his charges’ ability to withstand the Pumas’ third-quarter rally and put together one of their own in the fourth stanza were the keys to the game. “It was our composure,” said Gordensky. “We didn’t get rattled when they made a run in the third quarter. We could have fallen apart, but we didn’t.” Sydney Bookal was the top scorer for the Monarchs, with 12 points, while Nathan Momongan and Jermaine Reid chipped in with 11 and nine, respectively. ••• The Dunbarton junior boys’ squad will also compete for the regional basketball crown after defeating the R.S. McLaughlin Trojans 58-44 at Dunbarton Tuesday afternoon. The Spartans played Ajax’s Exeter High School Falcons in the regional finals in Bow- manville Thursday, after the News Advertiser’s press dead- line. Dunbarton led by 19 at the halftime interval and were up by as many as 27 points in the fourth quarter before McLaughlin rallied to make it close late in the contest. Nashon Hill and Callan Ex- eter led Dunbarton as each scored 12 points. Last call for March break sports camp Please recycle GOLF MEMBERSHIP Need a 683-3210ANNANDALE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB G.S.T additional Men’s Full Membership $845 Ladies Full Membership $845 Couples Full Membership $1475 Weekday Membership from $255 G.S.T additional FOX RUN Golf Centre Now taking registrations for 2001 Junior Camps, Ladies Learn to Golf, Ladies & Junior Leagues Call (905) 428-8479 to reserve your spot Ontario Hockey Schools Program Director - Craig Chandler Call today to reserve 905-839-3794 GROUP ( 1 1/2 HOUR SESSIONS) “A” House League Age 6-8 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. “B” House League Age 9-12 10:30 - 12:00 NOON “C” Rep Level Age 8-10 12:00 - 1:30 p.m. “D” Competitive Level Age 11-13 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Limited positions March Break March 12-16th Pickering Rec. Complex $10500 Skills Development LACROSSE If you live in DURHAM REGION... Then this is for you! 2001 Registration Girls & Boys ages 4 through 20 Two weekends to register for your convenience For information call 686-2053 or 728-9009 or visit www.gmc.on.ca/wmla/ FINAL REGISTRATION • Sat. March 3 & Sun. March 4 9am to 3 pm Iroquois Park, Whitby The Pickering Panthers Honey- well/Magic Touch Chimney Sweeps minor peewee select hockey team ended the regular season with a three-game un- defeated streak. The Panthers completed the cam- paign at home by defeating Vaughan, 5- 3. Pickering let Vaughan get off to an early 2-0 lead before answering back in the second period on a breakaway goal by Justin Petrovich. Vaughan regained the two-goal lead before Pickering net- ted four unanswered goals in the third. Also scoring for the Panthers were Justin Stephenson with a pair and Matt Avison and Justin Ferguson. The other goal scorer was not provided. Recording assists were Andrew Pavlidis, Matt Ray- mond, Grant Ellis, Marc Cloutier and Ryan Higgins. Goaltender Justin Davis played a solid game. In other action, Pickering took on the first-place Whitby Wildcats in a close match that ended 2-2. The Panthers took an early lead on a breakaway goal by Avison, before Whitby scored twice in the second period. The selects answered back in the final minute with their goalie pulled as Daniel Glavin poked the puck in with only 2.82 seconds remaining. Damien Pavlidis had the only assist in the game. Goaltender Steven Elwood was brilliant. The Panthers had their highest scor- ing game of the season when they beat Markham 6-3. Scoring were Petrovich, Ferguson, Avison, Damien Pavlidis, Brian Knipe and Justin Shoesmith. Chipping in with assists were Rhys Aube, Ellis, Jamie Webster, Matt McGe- own, Higgins, Petrovich, Shoesmith, Avison, Stephenson and Ferguson. P PAGE 22 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 2, 2001 Several current and for- mer Durham Region resi- dents shone at the Ontario Indoor Track and Field Championships at York University last weekend. Patricia Mayers of Os- hawa and Tabia Charles of Pickering led the way by winning two gold medals each in the juvenile women’s division. Charles won the 60- metre dash in 7.84 seconds and the triple jump with a 12.12m leap. Mayers, a member of the Central Pickering Track Club, won the 200m run in 25.69 seconds and the 400m in 59.24 sec- onds. In the senior women’s division, Olympian Esi Benyarku of Whitby won the 60m dash in 7.41 sec- onds, edging bronze medallist Venolyn Clarke of Oshawa by .05 seconds. Whitby’s Priscilla Lopes won the 60m hur- dles in 8.60 seconds, while Vernee Samuel finished second in the 200m run and Sheriese Lucas third in the triple jump. Bowmanville’s Mark Dillon jumped his way to gold in the juvenile men’s high jump with a two- metre bound. In the senior men’s divi- sion, Olympian Adrian Woodley of Whitby won the 60m hurdles in 7.75 seconds. Pickering track star good as gold — twice Tabia Charles wins 60-metre dash, triple jump at provincials Pickering Panthers peewee selects end season on high note Boys & Girls Welcome Ages 5 to 15 years old AJAX CENTRECOMNITYMU 2nd Exciting Season For information call (905) 924-1213 HOW TO REGISTER In Person at Ajax Community Centre Sun., March 4/2001 - 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. By Phone: Call the info line and we’ll mail or fax you an application. By Mail: Pick up an application at Ajax C.C. anytime and mail to Ajax Summer Minor Hockey League Ages 5 to 15 years old May to August Season 14 Week S c h e d u l e Primetime Games (weeknight games only) Jerseys Awards Certified Officials Computerized Stats NO Fundraising Required Pick. & Ajax Residents Welcome By Internet: www.ajaxsummerhockey.bizland.com ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ “STEPS TO THE LAKE”! This “over-improved” beauty includes 2 fireplaces, C/A, C/VAC, ceramics, upgraded brdlm., updated roof & many windows. Asking $191,900. This home will not last. Call Cindy Ricketts* today 905-619- 0663 or 1-800-600-8963. MIKE ARNOLD* 905- 831-7677 WAYNE TODOSEY* 905-436-0990 classic realty inc. GROUP GROUP BARRIE COX* 905- 839-7449 OPEN HOUSE SUN., MARCH 4 2-4 P.M. GREAT FOR FAMILY GATHERINGS *Open concept kitchen & family room with cosy fireplace *Renovated main bath with soaker tub and ceramics *Master bdrm. has 4 pc. en suite *Interlocking front porch *Central air (3 years new) *Sunny west exposure yard *Asking $208,900. PLEASE CALL BARRIE COX* 905-839-7449 CINDY RICKETTS* 1-800-600- 8963 ® Ability Real Estate Ltd. DARREN MARTEL* 683-1790 SUN., MARCH 4, 2-4 P.M. Dir.: Altona Rd. South of Finch to Pinegrove. Follow Signs Bright & spacious 3 bedroom, 3 bath end unit townhouse in choice location. Backs onto park, central air & gas heating, move-in condition. OPEN HOUSE - SUN., MARCH 4 1-4 P.M. 2305 ABBOTT CRES. - $499,900 Just Like New, Huge Ravine Lot, Interlocking Driveway to Three Car Garage w/direct access to laundry rm. 9 ft. ceilings, 4 bdrm., Open Concept with M/F family room, eat-in kitchen. Allergy free, Oak and ceramic flooring throughout. Bsmt. has full 17x17 kitchen with W/O and liv. rm. & fam. rm. Great for family or a nanny. JAMES TRACY* 416- 487-5131 ULTIMATE Realty Inc. STEVE KOSTKA* 905- 839-7449 IT’S A GREAT DEAL! SAT. MARCH 3 & SUN. MARCH 4, 2-4 P.M. 137 HIBBARD DRIVE, AJAX Immaculate and stunning North Ajax home with hardwood floors, gas fireplace, main floor laundry, entrance to garage from the home, a lovely country kitchen with walk-in pantry, master with en suite, a large custom two-tier level deck. This one is a beauty! PRICED TO SELL AT $209,898! For more information call MARY ROY at Re/Max Results Realty Inc. 905-426-7515. ROUGE RIVER REALTY LTD. ROUGE RIVER REALTY LTD. CONNECT Independently Owned & Operated, Broker OPEN HOUSE - SAT., MARCH 3 11:30-1:30 P.M. 1186 SPRINGBANK DR., OSHAWA You will will not be disappointed with this 2 1/2 year old beuty! Located on a quiet drive in the north end, this is a place you can call home! Nestled nicely across from the park on a large corner lot! Possession flexible! Treat yourself come see this beauty! I will see you there! Call or email me for info.: (416) 487-5131 or jamesftracy@home.com OPEN HOUSE - SUN., MARCH 4 1:00-3:00 P.M. BUNGALOW - 611 MIRANDA CRT., PICKERING This beautiful bungalow is perched at the end of a quiet family court on a pie shaped lot! It contains too many extras to mention. Perfect for a retirement home or a new family starting out! Schools, shopping, transportation! Hey!...what the heck! Come see it! Call or email me for info.: (416) 487-5131 or jamesftracy@home.com OPEN HOUSE - SAT. & SUN. MAR. 3 & 4 2-4 P.M. - “COUGHLAN HOME” - 3 YEAR NEW BUNGALOW!! “JUST LISTED” Rare find! This bungalow has it all. $$$Thousands spent here! Shows better than model home. Finished from top to bottom with every upgrade. “Just move in.” “5” upgraded appliances, 60 oz. carpet (top of the line), hardwood floors, “2” oak marble gas fireplaces, garage openers for dbl. car garage, cent. air, cent. vac, air cleaner, humidifier, AM/FM stereo CD, cassette intercom, cathedral ceilings in family room & kitchen, “3” upgraded spotlights overlooking double tier deck w/newer hot tub, fully fenced and landscaped. Upgraded light fixtures throughout. 2+2 bdrms. with en suite. Hurry on this one! SUN., MAR. 4, 2-4 P.M. 39 NOAKES CRES., AJAX NEW LISTING Priced to sell. This home shows spotless with a walkout to large deck on a fully fenced yard in sought after area. Beautiful Euro kitchen is one of the many upgrades with a full 2 car garage. You won’t want to miss the Open House the Sunday, March 4th (2-4 p.m.). Call Wayne Todosey 905-436-0990. OPEN H O U S E OPEN HOUSE - SAT., MARCH 3 2-4 P.M. 47 MILLINGTON CRES., AJAX One of the most popular family crescents in Ajax! The very private back yard contains a Hot Tub, for quiet intimate moments! Location is the key word here, and this home has it! Bring your family up on this quiet popular crescent! Come and explore the possibilities! Call or email me for more info.: (416) 487-5131 or jamesftracy@home.com MARY ROY (Broker) Results Realty 426-7515 To advertise in your weekend Open House please call Heather or Curtis, 905-579-4404 JUS T LI S T E D MICROSOFT CERTIFIED Systems Engineer, at Durham College Whitby Campus. This fast-paced instructor-led cer- tification training program will teach the skills to open new IT career doors. This "Network Engineer" program has funding assistance available to quali- fied. May 2001 start date at our top rated college. For in- terview or information call El- len 905-721-3334. PERMANENT, Part-time Mar- keting & Admin. Life and/or Mutual Fund Licence an as- set. Ajax location. 905-706- 0631 General Help110 "GREEN THUMB?"Why not turn it into a career? Small interior landscape co. seeks cheerful, energetic person for plant care in GTA. Will train. Car req'd. Fax resume to: 905-642-1729. A RARE GROUND FLOOR Opportunity - established NYSE and TSE company, recently launched in Canada, requires excellent communicators. Home-based business, lucrative commissions, bonuses, and residuals. 905-728-3922. ACCESS TO A COMPUTER? Work from home on-line, $1500- $3500 PT/FT, log onto www.ecglobalincome.com or toll free 1-877-999-0327. ADULT VIDEO store in Pick- ering requires Part-time help. Previous applicants need not apply. Previous retail experi- ence required. Fax resume to (905)839-3113 ASSISTANT MANAGER Med- iterranean Grill. Full-time to assist in all aspects of restaurant business, including cooking. No experience required. Call SAM 1- 2pm, 8-9pm to arrange interview (905)839–0443, AZ DRIVERS full and part time. Oshawa to USA. Must pass all related medical, abstracts, and drug clearance. Phone Brian (905)697–3859 or 1-888-866- 1544 or fax resume to (905)697- 5879 AZ OWNER OPERATORS requir- ed with 1996 or newer equip- ment for USA Van Division, as well as a heavy flatbed division running in Ontario. We also have available positions for company drivers in both divisions. For fur- ther info. please contact the office at 1-705-357-3938 during business hours to set up an appt. to discuss rates and require- ments. CAMPING IN STYLE requires Full & Part Time Technicians for the service and maintenance of non- motorized camping trailers. Also re-quired Administrative/Parts Person. Experience an asset but not required. Please forward resume to: 7775 Baldwin St. N. Brooklin Ont. L1M 1Y5. Fax: 905-655-8462 CARPET CLEANERS needed, no vehicle required. Call (905)579–7816, 10-4 p.m. weekdays. CHEF NEEDED for George Pub. Three shifts a week. Call 852- 9549. AZ DRIVERS NEEDED Clean abstract and U. S. experience. Excellent benefit package. 2 day trips from Ajax. (705) 887–4940 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. CRAFT COUNTRY CANADA Catalogue division requires an advertising sales representa- tive immediately. Duties are mostly telemarketing with some inside-outside sales. Contact Carolyn at 905-985- 3662. DOG GROOMER with experi- ence needed part-time could lead to full-time. Busy shop in Whitby. Ask for Judy 905-668– 2721 EARLY APPLICATIONS are now being accepted for cooks & general kitchen help. Thursdays 11am-3pm at Hau- gens Chicken BBQ. Hwy 12 & 7A. Please aply in person. 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. ESTHETICIAN WANTED for THERESA'S TOUCH of Esthet- ics, in Whitby. New grads with enthusiasm and great inter- personal skills welcome to apply. Please call (905)430-6060 EXPERIENCED ESTHETICIAN and register massage therapist needed for very busy spa. Please call (905)728–0435. F/T AZ DRIVER, 2-3 yrs. experi- ence. $43K/Yr.-$55K/Yr. Company paid training for propane tankers. Benefits & Co. uniform. Mostly Ont. but some Hwy. trips. Oshawa, 905-426- 3716. FRESH AIR,exercise and more. Call for a carrier route in your area today. 905-683–5117. GOURMET FOOD LOVERS need- ed for part time/full time posi- tions in a unique gourmet foods/bakeshop. Interested? Fax 905-642-0105 email - wide- man@sympatico.ca or call 905- 642-5838. GROWING HOME Improvement company located in Durham Region requires Sales Persons, Canvassers and Telemarketers. Full or Part Time. Call 905-434- 6481 or fax resume to: 905-434- 7028. HOME/WINDOW cleaners re- quired for new home con- struction site. Experience and transportation an asset but not required. Must be available to work weekends. Call (905)666–0346 or fax resume to (905)666-2850. HOUSE CLEANERS. Needed 3-4 days a week (Mon.-Fri.). 5-6 hours per day. Drivers li- cense necessary. Transporta- tion provided in Ajax and Pickering. Call 428-9765. JANITORIAL STAFF Needed Full & Part time positions available in Scarborough & Pickering areas. Starting rate is between $8 & $9/hour (de- pending on experience). You must be able to read, write and speak English fluently. You must have own reliable vehicle. Shifts are 5 days/ week, evenings. Please call (905)426-2749. KERRY'S PLACE AUTISM SERVICES seeking to hire ex- perienced part-time mediators to work with children/teenag- ers with autism/PDD in the community. Please call Sheli Caplan (905)665–9267. KITCHEN SUPERVISOR & line cooks, full & part time. Apply at Shoeless Joe's, 843 King St. W. Oshawa. ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for construction and maintenance, lead hands, labour-ers, etc. Serious hard workers need only apply. Please leave message (705)277–2902 ask for Tammy. LANDSCAPE LEAD HANDS &Senior Fore Personrequired for established Landscape Design/ Build company. Minimum 3 - 5 years experience in precast prod- ucts installation. Proficiency in laying flagstone, rockery and step installation. Plant knowl- edge, carpentry skills, operate equipment (skidsteer, backhoe). Strong leadership and people skills, own transportation and clean driving abstract a must. Year round employment possi- ble. Fax resume to (905) 432- 2166. NEW SUPERMARKET in Ajax requires F/T Grocery Clerks, & Meat Cutters. Please send resume to 570 Westney Rd. S., #24, Ajax, L1S 6V6. Previous applicants need not apply. Experienced preferred. PART-TIME EXPERIENCED Esthetician and make-up artist wanted by well established beau- ty salon, downtown Oshawa. Private room. For interview please call Mrs. Weiss 905-436- 6333 PEOPLE needed for customer service/sales type work. Work from home. 416-376-7989. PROFESSIONAL STYLIST REQUIRED VALU-KUTZ PLUS (Hairsalon and more) opening in March at 278 Main St. North, Uxbridge, next to Curves! Great prices and envirnment for your clients. Call 905-852-5955 PROGRESSIVE SALON in Courtice, is seeking part time stylist and a full-time esthetician. Salary plus commission, bene- fits. Call (905)721-9810. SHINGLERS plus laborers need- ed. Experienced only. Will train laborers. Own truck and tools an asset, but not necessary. Phone John or leave message (905) 668–9817 KING WEST LANDSCAPE Experienced Landscape & Lawn Maintenance Personnel required with valid driver's license Full time employment with benefits Fax resumes to: (905) 728-2377 or Call: (905) 728-0977 HAIRSTYLIST WANTED For busy Uxbridge & Port Perry salon Hourly $8.00 + commission 416-420-6897 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. “TECS” - Training • Education • Careers • Schooling Ajax Pickering 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. Business Advisory Centre Durham Requires A BUSINESS INFORMATION OFFICER Reporting to the Business Centre Manager/Senior Business Information Officer, the Business Information Officer (BIO) provides research and information support to new and existing business clients. As a member of the business team, the BIO provides consultations, conducts seminars and participates in marketing and sponsorship activities in keeping with the Centre's mandate. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Respond to general inquiries concerning business start-ups, financing, business planning and business assistance programs. • Organize seminars, workshops, and special events and explore initiatives for revenue generation. • Direct and inform clients in the use of the Canada/Ontario Business Service Centre workstation. • Actively participate in revenue generating/fundraising and sponsorship activities. KEY QUALIFICATIONS: Extensive, broad-based knowledge of entrepreneurial and small and medium businesses, outstanding communication and presen- tation skills. Thorough knowledge of the Internet. Ability to work well independently and in a team atmosphere. Deadline for application is Friday, March 16th, 2001 Resumes should be sent in confidence to: Business Advisory Centre Durham Attention: Business Centre Manager 1601 Hopkins Street South, Whitby, Ontario L1N 9N1 Fax: (905) 665-6403 E-mail: bacd@businessadvisorycentre.org We thank all applicants for their interest, but regret that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. ORDER DESK/ SALES ASSISTANT Yorkville Sound A Pickering - based manufacturer and distributor of musical instru- ment products, has an exciting op- portunity for a dynamic individual to assist in the sales department. The ideal candidate must speak French, should have strong organi- zational skills and enjoy working with customers and solving prob- lems. Please fax or mail your resume to: DISTRIBUTION MANAGER (905) 839-5776 No phone calls please 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help FREE Travel Seminar How To Operate Your Own Home-Based Travel Business Canada’s Premier Travel Company with 26 years’ experience Tuesday, March 6th at 7:15 p.m. Durham College, Whitby Campus No Inventory, No Receivables, Interesting Deductions and Great Travel Benefits make this an opportunity that must be examined. Please RSVP to: 1-800-608-1117 Space is limited. Not multi-level marketing. Registration #4316071 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 2, 2001-PAGE 23 BEAR WITH US Effective March 6, you may find that some of your usual ads now appear under different classifications. In order to keep our classifieds consistent throughout our Metroland Community Newspapers and our websites, some classification numbers have been changed. We hope this new look will serve your needs better, be it through the newspaper and on our websites. Contract Positions ($15.52/hour + shift premium and benefits) Adecco Employment Services Ltd. is currently accepting resumes on behalf of our client, a local automotive manufacturer in Alliston for production line workers. If you have done physical type work, are quality conscious, able to work 3 shift rotations, and have good reading comprehension, we are looking for YOU! No experience? No problem! Adecco Employment Services Ltd. has many other general labour positions to get you started in the Alliston, Orangeville, & Shelburne areas. Pay rates vary, and steel-toed work boots are a must. Please contact your closest office. Please fax or email your resume to: Adecco Employment Services 1 Victoria St., E. 14 Mill St. 163 Main St. W. Alliston, Ont. Orangeville, Ont. Shelburne, Ont. L9R 1S9 L9W 2M3 L0N 1S0 Phone: 705-434-4446 888-942-9149 519-925-9004 Fax: 705-434-4447 519-942-1496 519-925-9006 Email: laura.musson@adecco.com or alison.kent@adecco.com Adecco Employment Services Limited 1 Victoria Street East Alliston, Ontario L9R 1S9 Tel: (705) 434-4446 Fax: (705) 434-4447 www.adecco.ca CANGO GAS BAR immediately requires a Gas bar Manager for our Whitby location. Experience preferred. Training provided. high volume location. Responsible for: staffing, daily sales reporting, banking, marketing, security required. Fax resume to (613)542-5002 CLUBHOUSE MANAGER 18 hole Golf Course in Beaverton looking for friendly, outgoing Clubhouse Manager. Must have hands-on culinary background and minimum 2 years of food & beverage supervisory experience. Knowledge of golf course procedures an asset. CLUBHOUSE / PRO SHOP STAFF Friendly, outgoing people needed for Club- house and Pro Shop. Knowledge of golf course procedures, food preparation/serving an asset. Please fax resume to (905) 852-7304 Corrugated Packaging Plant Light Assembly, flexible hours. Apply in person at FibreCorr Ltd. Unit #3 - 234 Clements Road West, Ajax between 8:00am-4:30pm Monday to Friday. KIDS! KIDS! KIDS! Looking for very outgoing kids 2-16 yrs. M/F 16-65 yrs. Must be outgoing or don’t call! T.V. Comm./film. No Fees or classes. No extras.Call (416) 221-3829 Bouwmeister Landscaping, award winning company seeking experienced: Landscapers and willing to train others Please fax resume to: (905)640-7179, attn. Gary Please read your classified ad on the first day of publication as we cannot be responsible for more than one insertion in the event of an error. E-Mail address: classifieds@durhamnews.net Web Site: www.durhamnews.net SEAMSTRESS/TAILOR, experi- ence necessary, full time/part time positions in Pickering and Oshawa. Fluency in English is required. Please call (905) 721- 0669. SUBWAY WHITBY -75 Consumers Dr. has opening for full time evenings plus openings for part time evenings and week- ends. Apply in store daily 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. TELEMARKETERS needed. No experience necessary. Full train- ing provided. Call (905) 579- 7816 for interview. 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. TOURNAMENT MAHOGANY Dufferin pool and snooker tables for sale. 8 - 4 1/2 x 9 tournament Dufferin pool tables, all mahogany includes table, 2 x 4 mahogany lite, cue racks, score board, pool cues, $2,200 per table. One 6 x 12 tournament Dufferin mahogany snooker table, includes table, 2 x 4 mahogany snooker lite, cue racks, score board and cues, $4,000. All tables are in excellent condition. All mahogany. Will sell individual- ly or all above, $20,000 firm. Delivery setup and felt not includ- ed. Call (905) 430–9165 lst come, lst serve basis. WANTED: Short Order cook, waitstaff, and door person for exotic dance club. Apply in per- son 947 Dillingham Rd. or for more information call (905)420–2595. WE ARE LOOKING for mature people to help expand our finan- cial services business in this area. Please call Bill Cooke (905 )436–8499. JIFFY LUBE now hiring Lubrication Technicians with excellent customer relations skills and a strong desire for advancement. Accepting resumes Tuesday March 6 between 10:00am-2:00pm at Jiffy Lube, 516 Brock St. N. Whitby. A brief on-site interview will be conducted. WORK AT HOME Health Industry $1000 P/T - $5000 F/T per month. Training available. Call for free information BOOKLET. 416-631-7156. LICENSED STYLIST to assist in managing Ajax salon, profit shar- ing, guaranteed salary/commis- sion, hiring bonus from $100 - $350, dept. store discounts. Call Cheryl (905) 723-7323. Office Help120 EXPANDING PRACTICE requires Full-time Medical Secretary. Some experience with medical office and computers an asset. Apply in writing only to: Dr. N. Stein, 95 Bayly St. W., Suite 200, Ajax, ON. L1S 7K8. LAW OFFICE - PICKERING VILLAGE, reception and litiga- tion, full-time, email resume to: fodenlaw@on.aibn.com or fax to (905) 428-8666. No phone calls. LEGAL ASSISTANT/JR LAW Clerk: Durham Region. Personal injury and family law. MUST have 2-3 years experience. Professional and detail oriented. Word Perfect 7, Divorcemate, Amicus Attorney. Please fax resume with list of references attached to (905) 623-8336 before March 7th, 2001. Reference: Litigation Position LEGAL SECRETARY for entry level position with our modern closing team. We are an innova- tive, expanding real estate law office with offices in Port Perry & Whitby with a region wide focus. We have a position in our Port Perry location offering a compet- itive salary & benefits as well as advancement opportunities. email resume to Lynn at: reachus@hometitleservice.com or fax to: (905)985-3758. Sales Help / Agents130 INTERNET ADVERTISING Sales Representatives required for the Durham area. Call Karri (905) 435-6672. DE BOER'S DESIGN/SALES. De Boer's furniture in Picker- ing is seeking an enthusiastic professional with sales skills & Interior Design background. This person should be Sales Motivated with the ability to communicate effectively and prepare design proposals for our clients. Call Joanne (905)683–9660 for appointment, or fax resume to (905)683–9908. NEW HOME sales assistant part time. Oshawa. Articulate and out- going a must. Experience an asset. Sat. and Sun. 12 noon - 6 p.m. Hourly pay plus bonus. Fax resume to (905) 430-1826. SALESMAN, 2 needed experi- ence in car parts. Also required Driver, G license, must have knowledge of GTA and good dri- ving record. Drop off/fax resume: ABE AUTO WRECKERS, fax (905)697-8118, phone (905)623–5756 Skilled Help135 BUSY PAINT SHOP requires full- time Paint Preppers. Willing to train; reliable & independent workers; wage corresponding with experience. 47.5 hours/wk. Apply to: The Wheel Fix, 1041 Hwy 47, Uxbridge or fax (905)985-5272. HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING Installer required with gas license, Durham Region, neat appearance, valid drivers license, excellent position for right per- son. Call (905)259-0831 or fax resume to (905)433-7941. LOOKING for good, reliable, licensed mechanic for busy local shop. Apply in person 552 Bloor St. E., Oshawa, or call (905)433–9570. LICENSED PLC technician required for one of Canada's leading manufacturers of sawmill machinery. Experience required in servicing and trou- bleshooting Allen Bradley PLC systems, both in-house and on- site. Some traveling required. If you are a licensed electrician with related experience send resume in confidence to: T.S. Manufacturing, Box 487, Lindsay, Ont., K9V 4S5. Attn: Gloria. Fax 705-324-6482. No phone calls. E-mail gloriaf@tsman.com. TOOL ROOM MACHINIST Able to work independently from detail drawings. Top wages & overtime to qualified applicant. Apply to: File # 656, Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, ON, L1H 7L5 NEEDED-EXPERIENCED Framing Carpenters. Call Daytime (905)427-0390 or Evenings/wknds (905)985-3724 TOOLMAKERs-Lead Hand. Capable of completing tool build on small to mid -size progressive dies. $30.00 @ hour plus bene- fits to qualified applicants. Apply to File # 659, Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, ON, L1H 7L5. Hospital Medical Dental150 DENTAL Receptionist/Assis- tant required for one year ma- ternity leave. Knowledge of recalls, bank deposits and sched- uling appointments. Experience only. Hours Mon. - Thurs. 8-5:30 pm. Please call 905-831-7566 FULL TIME Administrator with Health Care experience required for multi disciplinary clinic. repy to: File #657, P.O. Box 481, 865 Farewell St., Oshawa, ON, L1H 7L5. FULL TIME DENTAL Receptionist for busy and progressive dental practice. Abeldent knowledge and experience a must. Dental assisting an asset. Fax resume to 905-852-0284 DENTAL HYGIENIST - Pickering. Please Call Joanne at (905) 420–4808 NURSES AND/OR Health Professionals, does a home- based business in complemen- tary/alternative medicine with clinically proven formulas +$1000 car allowance or lifestyle bonus interest you? For more information call 905-839–6348 or 1-888-486-2480. PART TIME HYGIENIST required for Ajax dental office. Please rely in confidence to Oshawa This Week, File #658, P.O. Box 481, 865 Farewell St., Oshawa, ON, L1H 7L5. PART TIME Chiropractic Health Assistant - Seeking a dynamic individual to join our expanding Ajax office. Health conscious, organized, computer literate, great phone manner. Phone 905- 426-9116. PART-TIME RN required for oral surgery practice veni- puncture required. Submit re- sume to Dr. A. Ballard, 209 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa L1G 4T1 PHARMACIST REQUIRED for a medical clinic location in port perry. 20 - 30 hrs. weekly. Hours area flexible and in- clude short shifts on alternate weekends. Fax resume (905) 420-7342 or e-mail eakers@ medicalpharmcies.com PHARMACY TECHNICIAN re- quired part time 2 days per week. Experience required. Zadall computer knowledge an asset. Fax resume to: Lou- ise (905) 721-0770 or drop at Health Centre Pharmacy, 1450 Hwy 2 Courtice. REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST,highly motived, required for Pickering clinic. If commitment to the custom- er is your first priority then fax to: (905) 427-9147. Daycare Wanted160 SEEKING LIVE OUT nanny for 2 young children in Pickering area. Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m.-5:30p.m. First aid and CPR, non-smoker, drivers li- cense, references required. Competitive compensation. Call Terry 905-472–6658 Daycare Available165 LOVING Christian home day- care, will teach alphabet, numbers and values. Age 2 - 5 years preschool, First Aid/ CPR. Valley Farm Rd/Hwy 2, near Pickering Go. (905) 837– 9600. BABYSITTING AVAILABLE in my home, toddlers only please, experienced, loving home environment, large backyard, meals, references, White's Rd/Shepherd. Call be- fore 12 noon 831–0015 Anna RESPONSIBLE HOME child care, 10 yrs experience. Inf- ants to 10 yrs. CPR. Creative play. Outdoor activities. Church/Delaney. Call Elaine 905-683-0352. HWY 2/ HARWOOD area, re- liable, responsible daycare my home, nutritious meals, crafts, story time, fenced back yard, First aid, CPR certificate. From 6 months, receipts, (905)619-8752 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. ROSEFIELD & FINCH area. Reliable babysitter available 8 years experience hot lunches & snacks. Call Teresa 839- 9277. FULL-TIME INFANT CARE 3- 18 months. ECE, First Aid, Inf- ant CPR. Smoke/pet free. 1 position now available; 2 for March, Shoalpoint Rd./Bayly Receipts. Call Laurie (905)426-4954 WHITE'S/STROUDS -12 yrs. experience, non smoker, no pets, close to schools, large fenced in backyard, any age welcomed. Call Kathy (905)831–1796. Employment Wanted170 AVAILABLE F/T or contract, Human Resource profession- al, 15 years experience, in- cluding training, orientation, benefits, policies, procedures, recruiting, call 905-725–4209 or email killin@interlinks.net Home Care175 ARE YOU CARING for your elderly parents and need a helping hand? Call 905-985- 8615 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. Bargain Corner210 3 PC. FLORAL design sofa- set, excellent condition $350; 3 pc. cherrywood coffee table set $100. excellent condition. 905-837–9444 or 905-837- 8618. COMPUTER SOFTWARE LIQ- UIDATION - all new starting at $5.; Weekly specials. 43 Sta- tion St. Ajax Plaza. Fri. 1-6; Sat. & Sun. 9-5. GAS STOVE, good working order, extra large oven, $350. o.b.o. Call (905)420-9558. Articles for Sale220 PLAYSTATION MOD CHIPS - Install while you wait, $35. Have your games backed up. All work guaranteed. Beatrice/ Wilson area (905) 721-2365 4 -15" ALUMINUM RIMS, Pontiac, with 4 excellent tires. $600 OBO. Call 905-579-9964 LEATHER JACKETS, up to 1/ 2 price, leather purses from $9.99, luggage from $29.99, leather wallets from $9.99. Entire Stock Clearance Sale! Family Leather, 5 Points Mall Oshawa. 905-728–9830 or (416)439-1177 Scarborough 1980-86 F150 window visor $50; Call 1-705-786-0550 3 PC. BURGUNDY couch set, 1 year old, good condition, paid $2,200. Will sell $l,l00. Telephone (905) 420–0789 ATTENTION:THIS IS A PUB- LIC NOTICE - Year End Liqui- dation Sale. All JVC home theatre systems 2 channel stereo 5.1 surround system must go. Only $100. per unit in packages. Single unit $150; Receiver must include suffi- cient speakers. Super digifine high end JVC tuners, amplifi- ers, CD players, cassette decks, turntables, signal pro- cessors, VCRs, DVD players, televisions. 90 day layaway. Oshawa Stereo 579–0893 APPLIANCE CENTRE - Wash- er, dryer, fridge, stove, dish- washer, all fully guaranteed. Come make a deal! 33 Station St., Ajax. (905)426-2682. 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. BLACK SUNDAY FIX - Boot- loaders for Black Sunday Cards $174.99; Program your HU Card $139.99; Complete systems with HU Pro- grammed $599.99; 486 Com- puters for your Emulators $69.99. Will buy Black Sunday Cards. Call (905)431-1515 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. $400. or best offer. (905) 436-9823. RPN's Required For Orchard Villa Retirement Residence. Please apply at: 1955 Valley Farm Rd., Pickering, On. ATTN: DEBBIE CASQUENETTE or Please Call: (905)831-2641 or Fax resume to: (905)831-5033 EXPERIENCED MEDICAL SECRETARY required immediately for a busy specialist office in Ajax. Must be pleasant, skilled in computer OHIP billing and appointment booking. Send resume to: Office Manager 15-75 Bayly St. W Suite 234 Ajax Ontario L1S 7K7 PAGE 24-THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 2, 2001 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net Pickering 1050 Brock Rd. Mature people required for FULL TIME AND PART TIME COUNTER HELP Apply in person 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Now Hiring - Pickering location ❐BARTENDERS ❐SERVERS ❐HOSTESSES/HOSTS Please apply at: 1725 Kingston Rd. (at Brock) or fax resume: 905-428-1803 TELEMARKETING Telemarketer's needed $10/per hr., Mon.-Thurs. 5-8pm Call from an existing database Experience preferred Call Jane at (905) 686-9842 Ext. 244 THE NEWS ADVERTISER Is looking for carriers to deliver papers and flyers door to door Wed. Fri. & Sat. by 6:00 PM. in their neighborhoods. call 905-683–5117 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 STOREFRONT Morning Shifts 5 a.m. - 10 a.m. Mon. - Fri. Full time - Flexible hours 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" PART- TIME OFFICE HELP Needed at a new home sales office in Ajax. The ideal candidate is available to work 14-30 hours per week - weekends necessary. Candidate must have good computer skills and top-notch customer service/people skills. Please fax your resume to: (905) 420-7697 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help 120 Office Help 120 Office Help 130 Sales Help/Agents 130 Sales Help/Agents DURHAM'S LARGEST CHRYSLER DEALER Has an opening for NEW/USED SALESPERSON We offer: • Great floor traffic • Aggressive remuneration package • Monthly & Annual bonus • Good benefit plan • Demo supplied Become Part of our Winning Team!!! For private and confidential interview call and ask for Dwayne or Ted VILLAGE CHRYSLER AJAX 19 Harwood Ave. S., Ajax, Ontario. LlS 2B9 (905) 683-5358 Ask for Dwayne or Ted INDUSTRIAL SALES Representative to call on plants to promote filtration & valves. Fax resume to: (905) 420-7101 Email: manurep@idirect.ca DRIVER/DELIVERY PERSON for Pickering Furniture Company $11.50/hr to start *Full-time* (905) 831–9845/46 EXPERIENCED AUTOMOTIVE CAR PAINTER For busy flat rate auto body shop in Whitby. Dupont experience an asset. Call Don (905)668–3331 135 Skilled Help 135 Skilled Help GUS BROWN PONTIAC USED CAR SALES PERSON • Full Benefits • Excellent Remuneration • Career Builders (ask for details) • Excellent Traffic • Large Inventory • Monthly Bonus Based on Volume & C.S.I. Please apply in person or by phone to: Will Guest Used Car Sales Manager GUS BROWN PONTIAC BUICK 1201 Dundas St. E. Whitby, Ont. L1N 2K6 (905)668–5846 or (905)706-7136 CONVENTIONAL MILLING MACHINE & LATHE OPERATOR Required for Machine Shop Dayshift position. Must have some experience and able to read drawings. Call (905) 471-6050 for an interview Looking for a job in the Health Care Field ? Join us on Tuesday May 1, 1-8pm at the Oshawa Holiday Inn for our Nursing and Health Care Job Expo. Offering job opportunities in all fields of Health Care Watch our classified section for more details. 150 Hospital Medical Dental 150 Hospital Medical Dental 130 Sales Help/Agents 135 Skilled Help 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 411HomeNet Rlty. (Ont) Inc Is now accepting applications for licensed Real Estate Exclusive Buyer Agents, $30K base salary+ commission + benefits. Must be buyer focused, computer savvy, Pleasant personality. Send resume to: Fax: 905-763-2889 or E-mail: Toronto@411home.net Web: www.411home.net requires NEWSPAPER CARRIERS to deliver papers Wednesday & Friday in the following areas: UXBRIDGE Centre Rd., Maple St. W., King St. W., Balsam St. N. & Beech St. N., Bolton & Rachel Lee, Galloway Cres., Alsop Place, Turner & Forsythe Dr., Main St. N., Lormik Dr., Colby Rd., Harvey St., Brock St. W., South Beech St., Gould St., Dominion St., First Ave., Silversprings Cres. & Hillborne Crt. CANNINGTON Adelaide, York, Laidlaw St. N., Peace, McKay, Cameron St. W., Albert St., Munro St., Park St., Prince St., Meadowlands, Alison Crt., Beaver Ridge Dr. SILOAM Mill Run Gate & Durham Rd. S UDORA Victoria St., Ravenshoe Rd. & York St. Also, Adult Carriers needed for walking & driving routes. Call Debbie 905-852-9141 • Earn Extra Money • Earn Extra Money • Earn Extra Money • Earn Extra Money • Earn Extra Money • Earn Extra Money • Earn Extra Money• Earn Extra Money • Earn Extra Money • Earn Extra Money • Earn Extra Money• Earn Extra Money • Earn Extra Money • Earn Extra Money CARPETS SALE & HARDWOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $339. (30 sq. yd.) Includes: car- pet, premium pad and installa- tion. Free estimates, carpet repairs. Serving Durham and surrounding area. Credit Cards Accepted Call Sam 905-686- 1772. CARPETS! CARPETS!CARPETS! 3 ROOMS COMPLETELY CAR- PETED $299. (30 yrds.) NO HID- DEN COSTS!!! Commercial car- pet at $4.95 yd. Berber carpet at $7.50 yd. 40 oz. Saxony carpet at $11.50 yd. Free shop at home services. Guaranteed best prices. SAILLIAN CARPETS, 905-373- 2260. 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 DIRECT TV,RCA satellite sys- tems, (all channels open), $575 plus installation charge. HU pro- gramming $175. Boot loaders for H card $150. Telephone (905)426-9394. DOUBLE BOXSPRING and mat- tress with frame, foot-board and headboard $50; 21" Pulsar colour TV $40; Call 728-8052 (snp) DSS H CARD Brought back to life with the new bootstrap cir-cuit board. Call 905-728-9670 DSS HU card programming $135. Black Sunday Emulator fix $300. DSS & DISH Sub- scriptions. Systems & In- stallations. Call (905)767-3789. DSS SATELLITE boot loaders, will work with "all" Old H cards. Also programed HU systems $400. 905-626-6092. ELVIS 10k gold ring for sale. A must for many Elvis' fans. Must be seen. $400 firm. Call 416-919-1977, leave mes- sage. FURNACE, high efficiency gas, output 105,000BTU, 9 years old, Enbridge Dealer maintained. $599. Call 905- 839–9731 after 6pm 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. IMAC COMPUTER (indigo) 4 months old, over 2 1/2 years left on warranty. 350 MHz., G3, 512K L2 cache, 64 MB SDRAM, 7 GB Ultra ATA drive, CD-ROM, RAGE 128 Pro Graphics 10/100 BASE-T Ethernet, 56 K internal modem OS 9.4. $1199 . Phone 721- 0601. imperial electric fire 6,000 btus brass and black with coal embers custom tile cabinets & hearth included $1,000. 571-6982 after 4:00 INFLATABLE BOAT - 10 ft. brig, seats 4, with 5 hp Nissan outboard motor, price $l,600. Telephone (905) 436–2603 LARGE CAPACITY fish aquar- ium & equipment and 6 exotic fish. Call weekdays 9-5pm (and have paged) D. Beer at (905)666-2596 or call even- ings/weekends (905)430-7478 MOVING SALE Furniture, coffee +end tables, pictures, lamps, gold drapes, drapery tracks, 16" color TV, workshop +yard tools. $5-$200. Call 905-831-2157 MOVING SALE-Dark pine di- ningroom suite with hutch/buf- fet, table w/6 chairs, 2 leafs $600. Dark solid wood bed- room suite, queen size 4-post bed, triple dresser w/mirror, high boy dresser, $1000. (905)619–9855 MTX AMP - Blue Thunder Pro. Amplifier & MTX Thunder 6000, 10", 4 OHM, Sub w/box with 2yrs. 100% warranty. For more info. please call 438- 4131.snp NEW HIGH EFFICIENCY natu- ral gas furnace 60,000 btus with a/c coil $1800 o.b.o. call 623-7134 after 6 NEW IMAC 450MHZ. G3 pro- cessor. 64mb, sdrom, 20gb hard drive. DVD/rom, 56k modem, 2 firewire ports, mouse, keypad. In store $2,300; asking $1,950. Call (905)430–8289 or cell (905)922-4290. ONE HAIRSTYLING station plus pump chair, one sham- poo basin w/chair, one hair- dryer w/chair combination, all in forest green colours. Asking $650. for all o.b.o. Call (905)725–8829. 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. March Break Special on now. Check out the web at www.barbhall.com or call Barb at 905-427-7631. Visa, MC, Amex. PIANOS/CLOCKS.Sale starts March 12 - Sale on all Roland digital pianos and Samick acoustic pianos and all How- ard Miller clocks.. Large se- lection of used pianos (Yama- ha, 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! 6X12 ANTIQUE mahogany snooker table $9,500; 4 antique chairs $150; couch & loveseat $800; 6pc oak dining room set $1,600. Call (905)723–3174 POOL TABLE,for sale. Mahogany finish, spindle legs. Pinball games, Golden T Golf. Also looking for profit sharing locations. (905)438–1162, (905)429-1013. POOL TABLES. 8' and 9' slate bil- liard tables for sale. Call 905- 420–6113. RENT TO OWN new and recondi- tioned appliances, and new T.V's. Full warranty. Paddy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798- 5502. SEARS CRAFTSMAN 15.5 hp hydrostatic 42in. lawn tractor, paid $2,600 will sell for $l,500. Sears 12.5 hp 6 speed lawn trac- tor 38in. Good as new $800. Kenmore washer and gas dryer, like new $600 pair. Telephone (905) 263–9965 SINGLE CAR GARAGE,wood construction. (905) 721-1703. SPRING CLEANING SALE Chrome rims, tires, computer, car stereo, filing cabinet, skates, S10 truck accessories, wall unit, pellet rifle, bike rack & more! 905-438-0465 SURPLUS WAREHOUSE:office furniture, shelving, racking, lock- ers, warehouse items, office accessories, retail fixtures, tools, painting supplies and commer- cial sur-plus. www.CBLiquidators.com Central Business Liquidators, 568 Neal Dr., Peterborough, (705) 741- 5165. TANNING UNIT, 28 bulb hi-inten- sity stand up booth complete $2500 obo. Also 20 bulb bed $800 obo. Call Denise 905-436- 9303 or 905-837-8062 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 HAND- CRAFTED MENNONITE FURNI- TURE in addition to our own lines...Traditional Wood-working is the leading manufacturer 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..Remem- ber..."There is no Substitute for Quality"...Traditional Woodwork- ing...115 North Port Road (South off Reach Road), Port Perry...905-985-8774.... www.traditionalwoodworking.on.ca TRISHA ROMANCE "The Ice Castle", Collectors item and beautifully framed in Mahog- any and matted. Asking $700 or best offer. Call 905-404- 0805 Please ask for Mary. TOY CARS,trucks, motorcy- cles, wanted. Hot wheels, Siz- zlers, Matchbox, Lesley, Din- ky, Husky, Corgi and Model car kits. Call evenings 905- 263-2661. WEDDING DRESS,size 10, fits height 5'5" - 5'8", recently dry cleaned, $350. Call 705- 878-7066 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. 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. WANTED - Bench seat for 1981-86 Ford F150, black, in excellent condition. Also wanted, rubber floor for 1981- 86 Ford F150, black, excellent condition. Call 1-705-786- 0550. WANTED - inexpensive cars or trucks. Running or not, but not too rusty. Free removal. Call 905-434-0392 (snp) WANTED - MOTOR- 3.1 for Pontiac or Oldsmobile, low kms. preferred. Call 905-434- 0392. (snp) Arts & Crafts260 FOLK ART - learn an enjoy- able craft. classes starting soon. All levels, welcome. Beginners our speciality. Seminars available. Shift workers accommodated. Call (905) 576-3947 for information Pets/Supplies/ Boarding290 CAT FREE to good home, giving her away due to allergies. 905- 426-2719. BOXER PUPPIES Fawn w/black and white markings. 2 males, 2 females $300. Ready to go. (905)720–0521 OSHAWA OBEDIENCE Assoc. Classes starting March 12th. Basic and Advanced. To Register call Bev. (905) 655-4002 POODLES TOY,cream and apri- cot males. also maltese-poodle, light apricot, female. Dewormed and groomed. Ready to go 1- 705-786-2833. Little Britain. FREE TO GOOD HOME German sheppard female, young, fixed, needs lots of room. Good with kids. Needs loving home with space to play. Call 427-7343.cnp MANAGER -for small equestrian facility. Exchange for accommo- dation. Suit adult or summer stu- dent. Board & coaching avail- able. North of Uxbridge. 705- 357-1890 BOUVIER DES FALNDRES beau- tiful, CKC reg, fawn/brindle, male/female, home raised pups. Champion lines $600+. CHI- HUAHU, very tiny, CKC reg, male & female, $600. 905-576-4103 CKC REGISTERED GERMAN Shepherd puppies. Large boned. Excellent Temperaments. Championship Pedigree. First shots, vet checked, tattooed, dewormed, family raised. 2-yr guarantee $600. (705)786-0322. BARN FOR RENT- 12 Stall barn with 60x80 indoor arena. Are you looking for a nice quiet setting? 5 Pastures. Lots of trails, I've got the perfect place on Hwy#12 just N of Myrtle Station. $800 all inclusive. Please call Rob 519- 770-3555. Automobiles for Sale300 4 -15" ALUMINUM RIMS, Pontiac, with 4 excellent tires. $600 OBO. Call 905-579-9964 1973 OLDS. CUTLASS,350, runs great, 92,000 miles. New rad, battery, $2000 obo. Call 905-985-8615. 1987 BUICK LESABRE,$1500, 1990 Tempest, $2350., 1990 Bonneville $3500., All vehicles certified and emission tested. Call 905-668–5555 1988 SUNBIRD,4 cyl. 4 door, automatic, very clean, good con- dition. Many new parts. $2,000 certified, plus e-tested. Call (905) 438-8856. 1989 PONTIAC 6000, white, 4 dr, fully loaded, new tires and brakes, call 571-3785 (snp) 1989 PONTIAC FIREBIRD,2.8 litre v-6 engine, p.w., p.l., p. mir- rors, tilt steering, cruise, t-roofs. Needs some work but worth fix- ing up. Only 155,000 kil. $2,000 as is or best offer. Call (905) 436- 9823. 1990 TEMPO 171k $1995; 1990 Cavalier 200K $2995; 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix, $3295; 1992 Caravan 168k $3995. All emission tested, certified, 683–7301 or 428- 1879 after 6pm 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) 1995 FORD ESCORT LX wag- on, auto, ps, pb, pw, a/c, roof rack, new alternator, new ex- haust system, great condition, 179K, $4600 obo. 905-426- 1166 (snp) 1997 CAVALIER,2 door, auto, 21,000km $8,500; 1996 CAVALIER 2 door, auto, 220,000km $5,500. Both cars in excellent condition. 12 month or 12,000km limited powertrain warranty. Call Doug days 905-985-0074 or evenings 705-277-3250. Dealer. 1998 DODGE RAM SST - 5.9 fully loaded, 80,000km, $14,900. 1998 NEON, air, auto, 37,000km, am/fm cassette, 4 door, $8,900. (905)434-2775 or (416)898-8467. 99 Malibu -4 door sedan. Green exterior, gray cloth interior, loaded, certified emission tested. 66,000km. $14,500. 97 Jimmy SLT, cd, sunroof, gray leather interior, Red/silver exterior, 104,000km, certified emission tested, $16,500. Call Des or Sandy at 728-6291 between 8-5. AFFORDABLE USED CARS, 1995 CORSICA, V6, auto, 4dr., $7995. 1994 METRO GEO, 5- spd, 2dr., $5495. 1998 SATURN 4dr., air, low kms, $12,495. 1998 TOYOTA TERCEL, 2dr., 5-spd, $8,995. 1999 ACCENT, 2dr., 5- spd., $10,995. 1999 ALANTRA SE, automatic, loaded, $13,495. 1997 Grand Am SE, V6, loaded, $12,995. 1998 Grand Caravan, 7 pass., dual air, $15,495. 1998 Grand Prix SE, 4 dr, loaded, $15,995. 1995 Sunfire, low kms, 4 door, auto, air. WE FINANCE! O.A.C. PICKERING VILLAGE HYUNDAI, Kingston Rd. & Church St., Pickering Village. (905)427–0111 FIND YOUR NEXT used vehicle at: durhamwheels.com VW RABBIT GTI new clutch, gas tank, shocks, struts, brakes, brake lines, rad, tim- ing belt, wheel bearings, mag wheels, tie rods, and more. Certified & emissions. $2200. Call Stuart 655-7333. 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. Trucks for Sale310 1991 RODEO, 4 wheel drive, 198,000 km, black, aluminum rims, auto trans, asking $4000 obo. Call 905-434–0392 (snp) 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 1991 NISSAN PATHFINDER SE 4X4, auto, Trail Boss Package, leather interior, 153,000k, will certify & e-test. $12,000 OBO. 905-579–9720 or 905-431-5356 1993 DODGE Grand Caravan - 3.3L, V6, loaded, 200kms, A1 mechanical, certified & em- missions, $5500. Evenings & weekends (905) 426-1023. 1998 CHEV ASTRO LT, white, loaded. 8 passenger. Well maintained. 104,000km, war- ranty to 120,000km. $16,500 o.b.o. Call (905)666-8155 after 6p.m. 1999 WINDSTAR LX - clean, smoke-free, 90,000km, V6, quad seating, keyless entry, dual sliders, am/fm cassette, a/c, p/w, p/l, ABS, cruise, tint- ed windows, alum. wheels $16,000. Call (905)666-3359. Snowmobiles360 1992 YAMAHA V MAX 4750, mint condition, very well maintained, comes with 2001 trail, pass, cover, some spare parts. $3,200. (905)852-7219. snp. 1997 POLARIS CLASSIC Indy Touring with trail permit less than 1,000 km like new. Asking $4700.obo. Call 905-434–5587 1998 POLARIS XCR600,high- output triple, triple pipes, low routinely serviced miles, CRC front, extra 10, studded, Cobra windshield, aggressive track, felt and canvas cover, plastic skiis, 2001 Trail Permit. No disappoint- ments.........ready to ride!! Call 905-985-8811 days; 905-431- 1145 eve. Apartments For Rent400 WHITBY GARDENS UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT -One and two bedroom apartments available in quiet modern, mature building. Utilities included. Laundry facili- ties and parking available. No pets. Call (905)430-5420. BROCK ST./ROSSLAND - Whitby 1-bedroom basement apartment for rent, $575/ month first/last. Also shared accommodation, 1 bedroom fully furnished, shared facili- ties, non-smoker, $400/ month. Call 905-686-8385 WHITBY large two bedroom, parking, laundry, newer build- ing, non smokers, no pets $795 all inclusive, April lst. first/last, references. (905) 242-0095. CENTRAL OSHAWA, large 1- bedroom $747, April 1st. 2- bedroom $825., May 1st, in well-maintained building, close to all amenities. Please call (905)723-0977 9a.m. - 6p.m. COURTICE 2 bedroom base- ment apartment. Separate en- trance. Available March 1st, $800/month, first/last. Non- smoking, no pets. Call 905- 435–0867 COZY,newly reno. 1 bedroom basement apt. Private en- trance, laundry, parking. West Shore, Pickering. Available March 1, 2001. Asking $800/ mo., 1/4 utilities. Milt 905-831- 2273 DOWNTOWN WHITBY - bachelor apt. Avail. April 1st. $550/month inclusive. First, last, references required. (905)430–8327 HOUSE -MAIN FLOOR, Small 2 bdrm. Suites single person or couple. Pickering Village. 12 Church St. S., $850 plus per month. Available April 1st. (905)683-5865. MAIN FLOOR, bright large 1- bedroom, available imme- diately separate entrance, 1 parking, private yard, $750 plus utilities, suit professional single/couple. Call 905-686- 9045 NEW EXECUTIVE basement, Pickering Village, spacious 1- bedroom, jacuzzi, fireplace, huge kitchen, exclusive neighborhood, separate en- trance, 1-parking, laundry, cable, no pets, non-smoking professional. $1,050 inclu- sive. 905-427–6237 NEW, LUXURIOUS +bright, open-concept basement apt., 1-large bedroom, office, sepa- rate entrance, 4-appliances, separate laundry, hardwood, A/C, alarm, 1-parking, $980- inclusive w/cable, first/last, no pets/smoking, April 1st. 905- 725–2868 NORTH OSHAWA Bachelor apartment, Ritson/Rossland separate entrance, kitchen- ette, 3 piece bathroom, walk- out to backyard, furnished, non-smoking, no pets, suit- able for single, $450/month. Call 438-9458. TWO BEDROOM apts. for April 1st and May 1st. Con- veniently located in Uxbridge in adult occupied building. Appt. to view call 905-852- 2534. PORT PERRY - one bedroom basement apt. No pets/ smoking. Utilities, parking, laundry included. $580/mo.. Reference, credit and police check required. Available April 1st. Call 905-985-0059. PICKERING - 1 bdrm base- ment. Separate entrance, non smoker, no pets, $850 all in- clusive. First/last required. Avail April 1st. (905)509– 8887. PICKERING - WHITE'S/BAY- LY, large 3 bedroom main floor apartment, 4 appliances, full bath, parking, central air, $l,l50 inclusive. lst/last, April lst. (905)831–3681 PICKERING - Whites/Hwy 2, 3-bdrm basement apt. Must see! 5 appliances, full bath- room, laundry, separate en- trance. No pets/smoking. $1,200/month incl. First & last, references. Avail. March 1/ April 1. (905)839–9933 PICKERING, near 401, 1-bed- room basement apartment , nonsmoker, no pets, air, park- ing, separate entry, first/last $650 incl. Available April 1st. (905)420–6464 PICKERING AREA - newly renovated 2-bdrm basement apartment, 1300 sq.ft. sepa- rate entrance, 4-pc. bath, sep- arate laundry, no pets/smoking. Available immediately, $895/mo 1st/last. Melissa 416-231-1160. SELF CONTAINED large 2 bed- room apartment for rent, imme- diate, separate entrance, suitable for couple 1 -2 people with a child, Hwy 2/Brock, (905) 686–3217 SHEPPARD/KINGSTON RD., Luxury 2-bedroom condomini- um apartment, excellent ameni- ties, great location. $1300 all inclusive. Close to 401. Call (416)283–1452 UXBRIDGE 1 bedroom close to downtown. Secure, clean building. Ground floor, laundry facility on site. $640/month. Available April 1. 852-6068. UXBRIDGE Large basement apartment approx. 900sq.ft. 1 bedroom, large eat-in kitchen, fireplace, private entrance, separate laundry $710. inclu- sive. Call Stan, 852-9486. NORTH OSHAWA Very clean one bedroom basement apt., no smoking/pets, parking, shared laundry, a/c, utilities included, female preferred. Available March 1st, $600/ mth, first & last. (905)579- 6157 or (905)725-4832 WEST PICKERING - Spacious 1 bedroom apt.. New execu- tive home, separate entrance and laundry, parking, fire- place, cable, air cond/securi- ty. No pets/smoking. $775/ mo. inclusive. 905-509–4848 or 416-890-1779. WHITBY CLEAN,quiet, spa- cious 1-bedroom mn.flr home, centrally located "Olde Whitby" incl. basement, laun- dry, walkout private patio, yard, driveway. Suit adult working person(s) non- smoker, No pets. April 1. $825+utilities. 905-668-3011. WHITBY - 3 bedroom, avail- able now $860. includes eve- rything but cable. lst/ last. Telephone (905) 665-7543, of- fice hours 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. Mon. - Thurs. WHITBY - BRIGHT 2 bedroom apartment, on upper level, coin laundry, parking for one, no pets, gas heating, refer- ences. $750 plus hydro. 905- 666–2745 WHITBY - Lupin/Dundas St. Avail. April 1st. Spacious newly renovated 2 bdrm legal basement apt. Parking, utili- ties incl. $850/month. First, last, references. Call (416)834-0318 or after 6 pm(905)792-8969. WHITBY -ONE BEDROOM apt. on 3rd floor available April 1st. Well maintained low-rise clean quiet mature building. Appliances, utilities included. Security cameras, laundry fac., balcony, No pets.. 666- 2450. WHITBY -1 bedroom avail- able in well maintained build- ing. 4 Sevens Realty Ltd., Broker. 905-668–7777. 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. Apartments Wanted405 SINGLE, reliable professional male seeking an affordable apt. to rent (Port Perry, Ux- bridge, Udora area) for end of March/1st of April (employ- ment relocation). References available. Please call 905- 985-5478 or (705) 788-9185 leave message. Houses For Rent410 A UNBEATABLE DEAL!From $500. down, own your own home starting at $69,900 carries for less than rent. OAC. 24 hrs free recorded message 905- 728-1069 ext 277. Coldwell Banker RMR Real Estate. Aurelia Rasanu. HOUSE FOR RENT, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, living and dining room, Simcoe/Bloor Oshawa area. $850/mo. plus util- ities. No pets. Fist/last/refer- ences. Available March 1st. 433–1919 HOUSES FOR RENT in Pickering, Whitby, Ajax, Oshawa, Bowman- ville and surrounding areas. Rent from $1,100 to $5,000 per month plus utilities. Call Garry Bolen, Sutton Group Status at 905-436-0990 (must ASK for Jan Van Driel for info and sched- uling). PICKERING 3 bedroom house, 4 appliances, 2 washrooms, eat-in kitchen, walkout to deck off livin- groom, garage, driveway, no smoking/pets. $1050/month +util. April 1st. 905-683–9629 PICKERING, FOXHOLLOW, detached 3+1 bedroom, 1-1/2 baths, family room with fire- place, double garage, 5 appli- ances, central air. March 1. Call Steve Bartley (905)831-7770 or (416)281-2200. FAMILY OF 4 looking for three bedroom house or apartment for May 1st in Uxbridge. Call Mat 852-5286 or 852-3351. PROFESSIONAL non-smoking single looking for 2+ bedroom house to rent in South Picker- ing. 416-737-3022. Townhouses For Rent420 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY 3 bedrooms, 4 appliances, pool. No pets, no smoking. $1100 plus utilities. Leave message 905-259-0467 WHITBY SOUTH-Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2-baths, finished basement. Close to GO, 401, shopping, schools. Backs onto park w/use of inground pool. $1195 +gas/hydro. Call 416-564–9982 Space For Rent425 FOR RENT in the Kendall area 2 storage barns, excellent for boat/snowmobile storage. No hydro. Call 905-623-4172 Rooms for Rent430 AJAX - Hwy#2/Westney available immediately. Prefer non-smoker, working person. Share bathroom, kitchen, laundry. Close to Bus/Go. Call 905-428-6449 PICKERING sunny room with ensuite for cheery roommate, laundry and kitchen shared, no smoking, no pets, pen- sioners welcomed. $450 per mo. Call (905) 839-7675 ROOM AVAILABLE Imme- diately in newly renovated backsplit, East Oshawa. Clean, quiet family home. Mature, responsible non- smoker. $100/week. 905-576- 8357 leave message. (snp). Shared Accommodation450 FURNISHED ROOM for rent in quiet area of Ajax, mature/ employed individual required. Fridge included. Prefer male. Non-smokers only apply. No pets. Price Negotiable. Call 428–6385. PORT PERRY lovely century home with beautiful spacious grounds seeks non-smoking male or female to share with 2 others. $550 inclusive First/last. Call 905-985-9519. Condominiums For Rent455 COBOURG HARBOUR - rent my 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo, water- front view with balcony, includes 5 appliances, central air, garage, $1,195 a month plus utilities. Also, I am selling my 1 bedroom condo located beside Victoria Park and 1 block from Cobourg Beach for $99,900 (only 9 con- dos in this brand new building). Very low condo fees and taxes. Also underground parking. Excellent value, best in Cobourg. Call owner to view or see pic- tures on www.bytheowner.com 1-905-372-3331 or cell 1-905- 376-4666. Office & Retail Space460 2,200 SQUARE FEET of office space available immediately in Bobcaygeon, $800 per month plus utilities. Call Anne Houston (705)749-3383 UXBRIDGE small professional office space available on Toronto Street. $1000 inclusive Available immediately. Call 905-683-5117 ask for Abe Fakhourie. Cottages for Rent470 BETHANY HILLS -3 km to Devils Elbow ski hill. Cross-country trails in front of chalet. 3 bed- rooms, whirlpool, woodstove. Available March Break - $600/wk. Weekly/monthly or yearly. Call 905-433-8830 Land for Rent495 WANTED TO RENT:Cash crop land for corn and beans in Durham Region area from Cannington South. Willing to pay rental rates according to quality and quantity of land being offered. Phone 1-800-628-3505 after 7:00 pm. Private Homes For Sale500 AJAX Detached 3-bedroom bun- galow, huge eat-in kitchen w/walkout to deck, hardwood + bay window in livingroom. 40'x100' lot, fenced yard. Reduced price, $129,900. Mike Lynch, Rep. 905-831-9500. 2-BEDROOM GRANNY flat, open concept living room/kitchen, 4pc. bath, 4 years old. Must be moved. Call (905)797–2833 evenings, or (905)797–3289 ATTENTION: Small Businesses Cut costs of running a small business. We are a company willing to share our office and office assistant. please call Chris at (416) 817–2515 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 1 BEDROOM APT. for rent, newly renovated, separate entrance, $750/mo. Also, NEW BACHELOR $550/mo. Westney/Hwy#2 Ajax. Both available March 1st. Call 905-426-2961 LANDLORDS North Americans lose $23.4 billion dollars per year through rent default and tenant initiated damage. Do not be a part of the statistics. Call us and we can help you make a informed decision about your perspective tenants. (905)665–0037 Lease a New Vehicle at 8-1/2% Regardless of credit history You work, you drive Call (905) 426-0252 (No turndowns!) 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 WANTED Leaf Tickets Will pay up to face value. Call Bruce 905-579-4400 Ext. 2207 GUN SHOW SUN. MARCH 4TH 8 a.m. - noon JUBILEE PAVILION SOUTH ON SIMOCE ST. TO LAKEVIEW PARK RD. OSHAWA 905-689-8181 COUNTRY FURNITURE CUSTOM MADE Computer Desks; Harvest, Coffee, End Tables; Entertainment Units, Deacon's Bench; Buffet & Hutch; TV, Corner Units. Phone (905)665-1664 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 2, 2001-PAGE 25 NEW FURNITURE SALE 890 Taunton Rd. E. Whitby (by Garrard) Wed. to Sat. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sun. 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Great savings on New Furniture including oak bed- room suite, curio cabinets, bunk beds, entertainment units, hall curios, oak chairs & dining tables, wool blankets, buffet & hutch, some wicker items, new mattresses & box springs (all reduced), water cool- ers, bed frames, new sold oak chairs $75. ea; pine dresser & mirror. Oak diningroom suite (9 pc.), sin- gle matts' $99; many smaller items. Small oak book shelves, new sofas & chairs. Come on in. No reasonable offer refused! Call 720-0560 220 Articles for Sale 220 Articles for Sale FIND YOUR NEXT USED VEHICLE AT: durhamwheels.com 300 Automobiles for Sale 300 Automobiles for Sale 300 Automobiles for Sale DURHAM FLEA MARKET WE BUY AND SELL NEW STORE RETURNS OPEN PACKAGES ETC., END OF LINES Crafts, ceramics, ladies clothes, pet supplies, collectibles, dolls, plates, banker pens, calcula- tors, sunglasses, binoculars, jollier, designer greeting cards, cds, electronics, housewares and much much more. LOWEST PRICES IN CANADA WINTER SALE NOW ON Taunton Rd. (500 metres east of Thickson Whitby) Every Sat. and Sun. 666–5100 250 Garage/Yard Sales 250 Garage/Yard Sales 260 Arts & Crafts 260 Arts & Crafts 260 Arts & Crafts 220 Articles for Sale 300 Automobiles for Sale 400 Apartments for Rent 400 Apartments for Rent 415 Housing Wanted 10th Annual Family Festival June 8th, 9th, 10th 2001 The Festival is looking for vendors for the following: FOOD VENDORS SUBMIT TENDERS TO DOUG ~ 905-837-8633 CRAFTERS & SEASONAL ~ CONTACT DAVE 905-839-5401 FOOD • ice cream • french fries • cotton candy • beef patties • coco bread CRAFTERS Limited Waterfront Locations SEASONAL • sunglasses • summer wear • bandanas Festival 2001 BAD CREDIT? NO CREDIT? EVEN BANKRUPT CREDIT? But need a car? Phone Mark today 576-1800 All applications accepted. Bring in this ad & get $100 toward your purchase • Deposit required SALES LIMITED We pay up to $8 per disc! Get CASH for CDs… Bayly, w. of Harwood (905) 427-7613 Need a Car? And Your Credit Repaired? No Credit, Bad Credit or even Bankrupt Phone Mel today @ BROCK AUTO (905) 619-8763 Down Payment or Trade May Be Required AJAX BY THE LAKE - Immacu- late, legal basement apt., large pie shaped lot. Central air/vac, eat-in kitchen, ceramics, detached, brick. $229,500. Call (905)686-3396. BEAUTIFUL 2 STOREY home with detached garage in NE Whitby. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths. Thousands spent in upgrades including custom deck, fenced, ceramics, jacuzzi etc. Only $237,990. Call Scott or Angela @ 905-433-9146. DREAM DEAL at $147,500. 2 storey semi-detached with lake- view at Phillip Murray/Park Rd. C/A, new hardwood floors, mod- ern eat-in kitchen, w/large deck. Approx $7,375 down. $1,118.13 per month p.i.t. Anne Murphy- Larade, Coldwell Banker Terrequity Realty, (416)496-9220. IMMACULATE 2 BEDROOM townhome, NE Oshawa, new floor- ing, 6 appliance,s 2 bathrooms, laundry room, rec room with woodstove, sliding glass walkout to greenbelt, attached garage. $112,900. (905)571–1225 OPEN HOUSE - Sat/Sun 1 - 4. Private Sale, 1756 Autumn Cres., Pickering. Ravine Lot! $334,900. 4 bedroom home, tastefully dec- orated with lots of extras. 235 ft. lot backs onto Petticoat Creek. Walkout to large cedar deck and beautifully landscaped perennial gardens. Great for entertaining. Walk to schools. Call Susan Board (905) 839-8066. OPEN HOUSE Sunday March 4th, 1-4pm. 1030 Beaufort Ave. (Keewatin/King) Oshawa. 2+1- bedroom backsplit, inground pool, C/A, gas fireplace, all new windows, (905)576-5429. OPEN HOUSE-19072 Centre, Mt. Albert. Sunday, 1-3:30pm. Brick bungalow, w/o basement(finished), a/v, c/v, sauna, hot tub, 3+1 bed- rooms, 4 bathrooms, large deck, 2 car garage. $297,500. All written offers considered. 905-868-8767. www.privatelist.com PORT PERRY 3-bdrm bungalow, cathedral ceilings, sky-lights, 2&1/2 bath (jacuzzi ensuite) fin- ished rec-room, 2-fireplaces, hardwood-floors, mainfloor lau- ndry, double-car garage, 3/4 acre lot, $319,900. 905-985-5113. OSHAWA - 2+1 bdrms, fin- ished basement. Upgrades - hardwood floors, windows, landscaping. New - furnace, a/c, garage, roof & cedar deck. Asking $139,900. 17 Oshawa Blvd. North. Call Michael (905)725–9662 RENT TO OWN Ajax, bright, 4 bedroom executive, 2400-sq.ft, double garage, family room w/fireplace, partially finished basement. $10,000 deposit, first/last/references. Avail Immediately (416) 995–8645 POWER OF SALES Bank Foreclo- sures & NO Money Down Proper- ties. Receive a FREE list of proper- ties. FREE recorded message 1-800 -739-2193 ID# 1042. Re/max First. WHITBY - 24 CHATSWORTH CRES,1/2 acre SW rear pie lot, over 2,400 sq. ft., 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, large main floor laun- dry, wood burning fireplace in large family room, central air, deck, sprinkler system, unspoil- ed basement, huge kitchen with wall to wall pantry. Mansard tile roof, asking $248,000. Call 427–7452 Ideal location for home based business. 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 CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 95%. From 6.75% 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. 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. Mortgages, Insurance580 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. NEAR OSHAWA CENTRE - store for rent. $495/month + hydro. First & last. Avail. im- mediately. Also Hairstylist chairs for rent in Oshawa Beauty Shop. $100/week. (905)576–7144 or (905)576- 2245. PRINTING COMPANY,estab- lished, for sale. Turnkey, will train. Good owner/operator opportunity. Haliburton $130,000. (705) 457–3500 TIRED OF WORKING for someone else? Earn $2000- $5000 per week from home. No Selling. Not MLM. 24 hour toll free message. 1-877-488- 9788. Coming Events640 OPEN HOUSE BaLance Fash- ions 2001 Collection. Party Lite Candles, Blue Moon Designs, Saturday March 10, 2001. 1pm - 5pm 16295 Sideroad 18A, Sunderland 705-357-1823. FEELING TIRED? Grand open- ing. Let MASSAGE MASSAGE help. Beautiful new young la- dies will take your troubles away. Weekly specials, free parking behind building. 7 days/week 128 Dundas W. Whitby 905-665-2018 DURHAM SINGLES New ap- proach to finding lasting rela- tionships. Personal Growth Seminars, Events, Quality People, First Rate At- mosphere. Selective. Call 905-438-1720 www.durhamsingles.com DURHAM'S OWN DATING SERVICE!Call 905-683-1110. Create a private mailbox or browse other personal ads free. Meet a new Friend or Love for life. PAGE 26-THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 2, 2001 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net SPECIAL SUNDAY SALE MAJOR AUCTION Kahn Auction Centre 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering 3 mi. N. of Hwy. 401 exit 399 SUNDAY MARCH 4TH 1:00 P.M. START; PREVIEW: 12:00 NOON Superb Selection of antiques, from local estate, contents and containers from France, Belgium and England of quality antiques, gift wares and lots of small treasures. SPECIAL FEATURES:circ. 1900 oak curio cabinet, signed mission oak stool, Vict. upholstered chairs, French oak diningroom set, Hummel, old chintz, grandfather clock, old estate gold watches, lady's fur, lots of china and collectables. ANTIQUES & FURNITURE:old oak church pew, approx. 4 ft. wide, ball and claw dropfront desk, circ. 1900 oak curio cabinet, circ. 1920 Masons chair, pine gun cabinet, empire circ. 1900 music cabinet, mission oak stool, French country 9 pc. diningroom set, bedroom furn., pine cupboards, bookcase, sofa table, maple server, Drexel fire- side chairs, coffee tables, end tables, circ. 1910 corner chair, beveled glass, oak secretary book- case, old lamps, too many items to list. GLASSWARES & CHINA:Nortike hand painted handle vase, Hummel figures, old English Toby mug, Limoges dinnerware (Bridlewreath), circ. 1930 deco dinnerware set, old chintz, discontinued collection of Royal Winton chintz, lots of little treasures. GIFTWARES:selection of giftwares, including, Ltd. Edition dolls, carriages, lamps, handicrafts, painted trunks, Murano hand made clowns, hand painted porcelain, cast iron toys, Coca Cola signs, screens. MUSEUM QUALITY ARTS & LTD. EDITION PRINTS:Beautiful masterpieces, oil on board, and oil on canvas of various sizes of scenes, portraits, and still like and limited number of Ltd. Edition prints from: Remington, Casson, Thompson, and other well know artists. Assortment of quality mirrors of various sizes. ORIENTAL AND IMPORTED CARPETS-fine selec- tion of new and old carpets of various sizes and colours. AUCTIONEERS REMARKS:This sale will be one of the finest selections of antiques to quality gift- wares and collectables. Plan to attend this sale. All items must be sold! No registration fees. No buyers premium. Terms: Cash, Visa, M/C, Amex, Interac. For more info. call Royal Auctions Victor- toll free 416-817-9333 650 Auctions 650 Auctions500Private Homes for Sale 500 Private Homes for Sale 580 Mortgages, Insurance 580 Mortgages, Insurance NOTICE Is hereby given that under the repair and stor- age Liens Act, Part III, that U-Haul of Eastern Ontario, 515 Taunton Rd., Oshawa, will sell by Auction, the stored effects of all parties which goods are located in each respective locker list- ed below, for storage, warehousing, moving and transportation charges owning. Cameron McLeod 1819 Appleview Cres. Pickering, Ont. Rm. 188 Robert Platt 1254 Pentland St., Oshawa, Ont. Rm. 145 Weir Distribution 243 King St., Bowmanville, Ont. Rm. 144 Jeremy Traviss 733 Townline Rd. Oshawa, Ont. Rm. 160 Auction Date Is Friday, March 23, 2001, At or after 12:00 p.m. 610 Legal Notices 610 Legal Notices NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS All claims against the Estate of EVELYN BAIGRIE (also known as Evelyn May Baigrie), late of the 78 Pittman Crescent, Ajax, On- tario, L1S 3G5, who died on or about the 4th day of September, 2000, must be filed with the undersigned personal representative on or before the 31st day of March, 2001, after which date the Estate will be distributed having regard only to the claim of which the Estate Trustee shall then have notice. DATED this 26th day of February, 2001. EVELYN BOYD (commonly known as Lynn Boyd) Estate Trustee by JENKINS & NEWMAN, Barristers and Solicitors, 106 Colborne St. E. Whitby, Ontario. LlN 1V8 680 Announcements 680 Announcements 690 Worship Services 690 Worship Services 690 Worship Services 690 Worship Services ✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰ FARRELL Sam & Jennifer (nee Hathaway) are pleased to announce the arrival of their first baby Liam David Cassius on February 17, 2001, weighing 7 lbs 2-1/2 ozs ✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰ 710 Births 710 Births Improvements800 Plumbing809 Painting & Decorating810 Moving & Storage815 House Cleaning835 AAMAZING CLEANING INC. Too busy? Too tired? or Just don't like cleaning? Bonded & Insured. Call Teresa (905) 666-0727 to arrange a clean- ing by one of our experienced staff. Driving Schools885 Adult Entertainment892 GRAND OPENING Brock Spa Private rooms with showers. 1600 Alliance Rd. Unit 12 Pickering 905-831–0526 LONELY? OUR SECRET 100% Discretion Out Calls Only 9am til ?? 905-431-5204 Hiring 18+ S&B DRIVING SCHOOL 4 DAY SPECIAL March Break Approved driving course. 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Call Ernie 668-4932 852 Party Services 852 Party Services SELL IT NOW CALL Uxbridge 852-9141 or Ajax 683-0707 Brian Parish In loving memory of a dear father who passed away suddenly March 5, 2000. It's been one year now since you left, I still think about you everyday. Word's can't express the emptiness I feel. I miss you and I will never forget you. Love always Tom GERTRUDE MIMRA You suffered in silence Your spirit did not bend You faced your pain with courage until the very end God saw you getting tired, a cure was not to be He wrapped you in his loving arms and whispered "Come to Me" Loving mother Rose Schul sister Marianne Cornwall loving son Paul daughter-in-law Sandy and granddaughter Amanda 900 In-Memoriams 900 In-Memoriams 900 In-Memoriams 900 In-Memoriams 500 Private Homes for Sale 500 Private Homes for Sale CROSSLEY Dave & Diane Crossley are tickled pink to announce the birth of their first born child Nicole Marie Doreen Crossley. Born Feb 8, 2001, at Markham Stouffville Hospital. Thank you to all family and friends for your support. 500 Private Homes for Sale 500 Private Homes for Sale 500 Private Homes for Sale 670 Personals Immaculate Legal basement apt. Large pie shaped lot. Central air, central vac, eat- in kitchen, ceramics. Detached brick. AJAX BY THE LAKE $229,500 Call (905) 686-3396 MORTGAGE SPECIALIST PURCHASES - 1st to 95%, 1st & 2nds to 90% HOME OWNERS - debt consolidations to 100% Poor credit, no income verification - funds available with home equity. Consult an experienced broker instead of shopping. ASK FOR SYLVIA JULES (905) 686-2557, or evenings & weekends (905) 430-8429 Approved by phone EVERY DAY IS PAYDAY WHEN YOU NEED CASH! We hold your personal cheque ‘til payday NO CREDIT CHECKS! 310-CASH AJAX, PICKERING & OSHAWA CALL NOW! 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ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN 35 Church St. North Pickering Village - 683-7311 Bible Study - 9:15 a.m. Sunday Family Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School - Supervised Nursery Dr. Everett Briard - Interim Minister EVERYONE WELCOME To Advertise your church services call Janice at 683-0707 Come and Worship Peace Lutheran Church 928 Liverpool Rd. (at Bayly) Pickering 9:15 a.m. Christian Education Hour 10:30 a.m. Worship Service (905)839-3521 “Come share Peace with us” AJAX New Testament Church of God PENTECOSTAL 95 MaGill Dr., McLean Community Centre Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Worship Service - 11:00 a.m. Rev. Christie, Pastor (905) 686-7040 • (905) 434-2716 To place your personalized In Memoriam, call 683-0707 (Ajax) or 852-9141 (Uxbridge) and let one of our professional advisors help you. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, March 2, 2001 PAGE 27 P FOREVER TRUE I am looking for a SWF, over 19, I’m an easygoing, SWM, 25, who enjoys old cars, walking and just spending time with that special someone. Ad#: 5176 NONE BETTER I’m a SWM, 37, 5’9”, considered physi- cally fit, spontaneous and love children. Some of my hobbies are baseball and hockey. In search of a SWF, 25-45, who is family-oriented, independent and witty. Ad#: 7308 OPEN-MINDED I am a SWM, 36, who is 5’7”, brown haired, blue eyed, outdoorsy, I like dri- ves in the country, boating, fishing, read- ing and much more. I would like to find a SF, over 19, for a possible relationship. Ad#: 6231 WHAT A GUY I am a SWM, 39, who is 5’8”, with a medium build and hazel green eyes. I enjoy martial arts and all outdoor activi- ties.. You should be a SF, 23-38, who is loving, sharing and affectionate. Ad#: 6671 A MAN WHO IS SWEET SWM, 42, who has blue eyes, happy go lucky, enjoys music, reading, doesn’t lie, looking for a charming, trustworthy, SWF, 25-41, who is honest. Ad#: 1722 GOOD CONVERSATION SWM, 33, 5’7”, with brown hair/eyes, has an easygoing, open-minded per- sonality, seeking an adventurous, SWF, 19-42. I enjoy playing golf and watching sports. Ad#: 3989 SPONTANEOUS Medium built, SWM, 34, with green eyes and black hair, hobbies include working out, camping and going to car shows. I am seeking a spontaneous, sociable, SWF, over 19, who likes to have fun. Ad#: 5217 DON’T DENY YOURSELF LOVE SWM, 32, 5’9”, with dirty-blond hair, blue eyes, hobbies are playing hockey and having a good time. I’m looking for a SF, over 19, to get to know. Ad#: 7722 REGULAR GIRL WITH SPUNK SWF, 24, who is fun and energetic, enjoys reading, movies, fitness, looking for a SWM, 22-29, who is intelligent, fun, funny, can be a good friend, and is diverse in what the activities. Ad#: 7775 HAPPY-GO-LUCKY Fun, outgoing, SWM, 46, 5’9”, 200lbs., with blue-green eyes, mustache, hob- bies are working out, long walks and reading. Self-employed, I’m in search of an honest, SWF, 35-48, who has a twin- kle in her eyes. Ad#: 4290 THE SEARCH IS OVER Easygoing, SWM, 35, 5’10”, 150lbs., with brown hair, blue eyes, has a good sense of humor, hobbies are listening to music, camping and cooking. I’m seek- ing a long haired, SWF, 27-37, who has a good personality. Ad#: 3772 END THE SINGLE LIFE I’m a dynmic, organized, motivated and professional, SWM, 30, 6’2’, who enjoys sports, music, golfing, sky diving, the outdoors and cuddling to watch a good movie. I’d love to meet a confident, easygoing, adventurous and nice, SF, 22-31. Ad#: 7290 FIREPLACES & COCOA I’m an exciting, loving, caring and affec- tionate, SWM, 43, 5’10”, who enjoys camping, fishing, golfing, motorcycles and more. I’d like to meet a loving and caring, SWF, 30-45, who has similar qualities. Ad#: 3730 DEDICATION OF LOVE I’m a romantic and dedicated, SWM, 31, 6’1”, who enjoys reading, golfing, soft- ball, curling and keeping active. I’d like to meet a witty, intelligent, SWF, 18-35, who is willing to try a make a relation- ship work. Ad#: 5596 ARE YOU THE LOVING TYPE? Because I’d like to meet a down-to- earth, SWF, 20-30. I’m a fun, outgoing and easy to get along with, SWM, 32, who enjoys bike riding, long walks, music, vidoes and more. Ad#: 8957 A KIND & LOVING HEART I’m a SWM, 33, who enjoys music, out- doors, hockey, boating and much more. I’m currently seeking a SWF, 27-34. I can offer a lot of honesty to a new rela- tionship. Ad#: 7087 LOVE THE OUTDOORS SWF, 38, 5’8”, attractive, N/S, enjoys camping, fishing, snowmobiling, four wheeling, walking. Seeks SWM, 35-50, with similar interests. Ad#: 8234 YOUNG & FUN I’m a fun-loving, SWF, 19, 5’5”, who enjoys cozy nights, my child and more. Seeking an attractive, SBM, over 19, who loves children. Ad#: 2142 SOUL-MATE I am a 49 year old, SWF, 49, slender, shy, quiet, loving and affectionate. A pro- fessional who enjoys exercising, danc- ing, movies, dining out and skiing. Looking for a loving, personable, SWM, 45-55. Ad#: 2577 ON THE RIGHT TRACK I’m a humorous, SWF, 31, who would like to meet an honest, outgoing and humorous, SBM, 30-41, who is a good communicater and enjoys children. My interests include reading, boating, camping, walking and more. Ad#: 5256 BREATHLESS Are you a non-drinker? Do you really want to make a relationship work? How about children? If you answered “yes” to all these questions, we could be the per- fect match! I’m a caring, sincere, SWF, 28, who’d like to meet an honest and sincere, SWM, 28-35! Ad#: 9601 VERY ROMANTIC SWF, 39, I am blonde and 5’7, fit, funny and outgoing. My interests are snowmo- biling, gardening, sports, reading and socializing. Seeking a single white male, 36-46. Ad#: 2340 HAPPY-GO-LUCKY Caring, kind and outgoing, SWF, 35, 5’4”, 130lbs., with blonde hair, hazel eyes. I’m in search of a happy, sponta- neous, independent, SWM, 36-39, who enjoys the outdoors and children. Ad#: 2490 EXTRA NICE I am a 5’5”, blue eyed, SWF, 46, who enjoys walking, skating, swimming, reading ad I love going to movies. Very honest and looking for a SWM, under 50, who is easygoing and communica- tive. Ad#: 6474 RESCUE MY HEART I am a 5’4”, 115lb., SWF, 30, with blonde hair, blue-gray eyes, who has been describe as fun, outgoing and adventur- ous. I would like to meet a light-hearted, SWM, 27-42, who has a wonderful sense of humor. Ad#: 2865 CONFIDENT Hi, I’m an outgoing, retired, single white female, 60, 5’2”, hobbies are traveling, reading and dancing. I am seeking a sin- gle white male, 55-65, to share laughter and fun times with. Ad#: 4373 SHARE MY WORLD I enjoy scuba diving, golfing, swimming, and I am an easygoing, friendly, SWF, 49, 5’5”, with brown hair/eyes. Would like to meet a tall, SWM, 44-55, who is kind, sensitive and gentle. Ad#: 6208 Females Seeking Males Males Seeking Females M- Male, B - Black, D - Divorced, EI - East Indian, F - Female, C - Christian, W - White, A - Asian, S - Single, WW - Widowed, N/S - Non-smoker, NC - Native Canadian Questions? Customer Service 1-800-348-6384 Customer Service Hours: Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 10 p.m., Sat.-Sun., 2 pm - 10 pm or e-mail us at help@drm-net.com Service provided by DRM of Canada, LLC 2/22/01 RECIPE FOR LOVE I’m a self-employed, SWM, 43, 6’, who would love to meet an honest, sincere, SWF, 39-46. I enjoy fishing, walking and more. Ad#: 1584 NEW TO SINGLE LIFE Semi-retired, active, new to the single life, 5’9”, 145lbs., 64, brown/grey hair, enjoys seasonal sports, golf, curl, danc- ing, jazz, good sence of humor, some- what romantic, looking for a lady, 55-65, who is outgoing and enjoys life. Ad#: 7504 LIFE, LOVE & LAUGHTER I’m a humorous, outgoing and some- times shy, SWM, 27, who would love to meet a SF, 26-36. My hobbies are sports, the outdoors and socializing. Ad#: 1953 REACH FOR THE STARS SWM, 36, 6’, with brown hair and blue eyes. Friends say I’m outgoing, friendly and adventurous. I enjoy skiing, golding, mountain biking and spending most of my time outdoors. I’m looking for an honest, trustworthy and outgoing, SWF, 21-38. Ad#: 8370 HERE HE IS... SWM, 26, 5’9”, brown hair/eyes, shy at first but can be social, enjoys gardening, martial arts and photography. Looking for an outgoing, SWF, 19-35. Ad#: 6805 PERSONABLE I’m an easygoing, SWM, 27, who enjoys soccer. Seeking a good-looking, very friendly, SWF, over 19, for a loving rela- tionship. Ad#: 2331 BY AL RIVETT Sports Editor PICKERING —A teenaged female boxer battled to a national gold medal in Sarnia this past weekend. Amanda Beaulieu, 16, of Pickering, fought Catherin Schrebre, of Alberta in the final of the welterweight divi- sion (147 pounds or 67 kilo- gram) at the 2001 National In- termediate Male and Female Boxing Championships. In the end, Beaulieu posted a close 24-22 point decision in the three-round amateur bout. Each round is two minutes in length. “We were perfectly evenly matched in the final,” said Beaulieu, a member of the City’s Liverpool Boxing Club. “Everything just came down to who wanted it more.” And, as a consequence of her gold-medal performance, she earned a spot on the na- tional intermediate women’s boxing team. “I’m ecstatic. To be back (in boxing) for two months and to get such a great oppor- tunity is a thrill,” she said. “I’m looking forward to being on the team.” Coach Preston Roberts was also overly impressed with the performance. “Words can’t describe it. Let’s put it that way,” he said. “For someone with a limited number of fights, she’s done incredibly well. I didn’t expect (her to do so well) so soon.” The Pine Ridge Secondary School student began the championships by handing fa- miliar foe Annie Lafrance, of Quebec, a loss in her first bout. Beaulieu defeated Lafrance at the Brampton Cup event earlier this month, and beat her again at nationals, winning by a wide 23-13 mar- gin on points. Roberts said intensive train- ing and resolve paid off for Beaulieu, who only started at the Pickering boxing club last November. She had previously been a member of Oshawa’s Motor City Boxing Club. “We did a lot of training while we were there (in Sar- nia) and we prepared for each bout. She listens extremely well and she was a great kid to coach. Her attitude going into her fights was extremely posi- tive. She wanted to win and she had the heart to do it.” Teen wears golden gloves Amanda Beaulieu wins welterweight title Amanda Beaulieu earned a gold medal at the 2001 Na- tional Intermediate Male and Female Boxing Champi- onships in Sarnia. News Advertiser online www.durhamnews.net Pickering Hockey Association Elect your Board of Directors, vote on rule & constitution changes. All members are welcome. 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