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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNA2001_03_04PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER PICKERING’S COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER SINCE 1965 PRESSRUN 44,400 32 PAGES SUNDAY, MARCH 4, 2001 OPTIONAL 4 WEEK DELIVERY $5/ $1 NEWSSTAND WHERE TO FIND IT Editorial Page/6 Forever Young/15 Sports/24 Classified/26 GIVE US A CALL General/683-5110 Distribution/683-5117 General FAX/683-7363 Death Notices/683-3005 Sincerely Yours 1-800-662-8423 Web site:durhamnews.net Email:steve.houston @durhamnews.net AtAGlance Literacy the topic of Tuesday open house AJAX –– Two local groups are hoping to raise literacy awareness at an open house this week. Hosted by the Literacy Out- reach Centre and the Ajax Adult Centre, the open house is Tuesday, March 6 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and is for anyone interested in vol- unteering as a tutor, or for people looking for more information on im- proving reading, writing, spelling, basic math and computer skills for the work force, education and training, or personal indepen- dence. 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New Campus Large Gym Stage Library On 5 acres New Campus Large Gym Stage Library On 5 acres McGuinty wants ‘real cap’on class sizes Liberals pledge education reforms BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer Smaller class sizes in the early years of school is the cornerstone of the Ontario Liberal Party’s plan to “champion education in Ontario,” says leader Dalton McGuinty. In a speech Thursday at a Lib- eral fund-raising dinner in Toron- to, he outlined the party’s educa- tion vision, which he described as “the most important thing we can do for our families, for our fu- ture”. In a telephone interview Fri- day morning, Mr. McGuinty said the party “will be campaigning on the issue from this day forward”. He favours spending $350 mil- lion per year, plus $100 million in a one-time capital cost, to intro- duce a “real cap” of 20 students per class from junior kindergarten to Grade 3. The current government “doesn’t have the guts to put a hard cap in place”, Mr. McGuinty said. “An average class size just doesn’t cut it,” he said. “If the government has a commitment to student achievement and perfor- mance, you have to have a hard cap.” While the Tory government has lowered class sizes, the num- ber is determined as a school- board-wide average, which means not all classes are at the number or lower. In elementary schools, the average is 25 students per classroom. Mr. McGuinty said the average class size requirement still means 500,000 Ontario elementary stu- dents are in classes of 26 pupils or more, while an additional 90,000 are in classes of 31 or more. JASON LIEBREGTS/ News Advertiser photo March in like a lion Bob McGregor didn’t seem to mind the snow that fell on the region Friday morning and hit the road with his trusty companion, Angus, in south Ajax. Commuters were faced with slick roads and numerous accidents were recorded in the region, including a multi-vehicle pile-up in eastern Durham. See the story on page 2. Pickering awaits Durham position on pipeline BY SUSAN O’NEILL Staff Writer Regional councillors won’t de- cide until later this month whether they’ll support Pickering in its op- position to a proposal from York Re- gion to build a water pipeline through the city. Councillors voted Wednesday to refer a decision on Pickering’s re- quest that Durham join the city in opposing the project until the Re- gion’s works committee has an op- portunity to provide councillors with a report on the impact of the proposed pipeline. York Region’s proposed long- term water supply project would see a water main constructed from Lake Ontario through Pickering and into York Region. A raw water pumping station would be located in Petticoat Creek Conservation Area and the pipeline would be tunnelled north along Whites Road. Pickering Mayor Wayne Arthurs told council the proposed pipeline would result in yet another major service corridor through the city. “We are not a willing host com- munity,” he said. The mayor also pointed out, “This has no particular benefit to the Region of Durham... it’s exclusively for the benefit of York Region.” The terms of reference for York’s environmental assessment (EA) ini- tially stated the purpose of the pro- ject was to provide water to meet York’s long-term water needs as well as water to meet the potential long-term needs of Durham Region DALTON McGUINTY ‘An average class size just doesn’t cut it.’ See LIBERALS page 4 See REGION page 3 P PAGE 2 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 4, 2001 Recycle your News Advertiser! Dozens of lucky motorists escaped serious injury in a se- ries of Hwy. 401 accidents that involved as many as 100 vehi- cles near Newtonville Road Fri- day morning. Icy, snowy road conditions are blamed for the pile-up. According to the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) the first of several small accidents began at 8:30 a.m. in the westbound lanes of Hwy. 401. By 3 p.m., the OPP had counted 77 vehi- cles involved in collisions on that strip of highway and more reports were expected to be filed by the end of the day, reported Ann Yarrow, OPP Whitby de- tachment office administrator. Five people were taken away with injuries but none were life- threatening, she said. The accident scene had the surreal appearance of a “movie being shot,” says Bowmanville resident Mike Johnston, who was driving eastbound on his way to work in Cobourg around 9:10 a.m. There were no acci- dents in the eastbound lanes. “I’ve never seen anything like it,” said Mr. Johnston, not- ing the cars were not all piled up in the same area. “There was a large amount of space between these accidents. It was like pockets of accidents along the 401. It was really weird.” Mr. Johnston expressed surprise the highway was still opened at that time. “I thought it should’ve been closed a lot sooner,” he said. A Wendy’s restaurant in a Hwy. 401 service centre near the scene of the accident had “quite a bit of a rush,” says man- ager Chris Reilly, who added that some of the people involved in the accident walked in while other cars being re-routed also stopped at the fast-food outlet. The collision included sever- al tractor trailers, some of which were jack-knifed. About six heavy wreckers were called in to remove the trucks, said heavy tow truck operator Les Tennant. Numerous other tow trucks were on scene assisting mo- torists, he says. “A few people were walking down the 401, but not a lot. A lot of people were staying with their cars.” The highway was closed until 1:10 p.m., Friday after- noon. 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Annual -Ajax Pickering Community Guide2nd2nd Club or Service: Type of Club or Service: Contact Name: Phone #: Fax to the News Advertiser at: 619•9068 PICKERING —A Pickering coun- cillor is urging the City to pursue the ex- propriation measures for a parcel of land that’s currently fenced-in on the City’s waterfront. In an interview Friday, Ward 2 Re- gional Councillor Mark Holland said he’ll ask colleagues Monday to move ahead with the expropriation of the property, which is owned by the Picker- ing Harbour Company (PHC). “I’m going to continue to pursue the expropriation of lands at the bottom of Liverpool Road,” he said. “The negotia- tions between the City and the PHC are essentially not moving.” Pickering is in the process of redevel- oping the waterfront, a massive project that includes building a boardwalk along Lake Ontario and the construction of a ‘millennium square and trail’ at the foot of Liverpool Road. If council votes Monday to give pre- budget approval for the second phase of that project, it could be complete in time for the Frenchman’s Bay Festival this June. But, a fence the PHC erected around a parcel of land it owns on the edge of that square is still standing. “The fence was a very symbolic ges- ture,” Coun. Holland said, noting al- though expropriation is an “option one hates to pursue... we’re talking about such an important project to the City.” The PHC has a development applica- tion before the City proposing a marine village, including approximately 40 townhouse units, on the west side of Liverpool Road just south of Wharf Street. That proposal, which was tabled by council last June, could be back up for discussion Monday. And, Mayor Wayne Arthurs believes that move could bode well for negotia- tions with PHC on the fenced property. “It will certainly show goodwill on the part of the City,” he said Friday, not- ing there may be an opportunity to “re- solve the issue”. However, the mayor added he doesn’t believe the issue will be resolved “in the absence of some ac- tion on our part... I’m hesitant to think the harbour company will act on its own.” Harold Hough, president of the PHC, could not be reached for comment Fri- day, but earlier this year said PHC prop- erty was not eligible for expropriation because it operates under a federal char- ter predating Confederation. NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 4, 2001 PAGE 3 P Region calls for staff views on pipeline and to support the development of an airport on the federal lands in north Pickering. However, York has since modified the project to delete any reference to Durham and the federal lands. “There is no net benefit for Durham Region or Regional works,” Pickering Councillor Maurice Brenner said, not- ing Pickering has opposed the pipeline and the region’s two school boards have expressed concerns to Pickering-Ajax- Uxbridge MPP Janet Ecker. “The Region of Durham is the last body left in Durham to comment,” he noted. Pickering Councillor Mark Holland said the issue “comes down to the fun- damental question of the role of the Re- gion. As an agent of lower-tier munici- palities... when the lower-tier munici- pality says loudly and unanimously this will hurt our municipality, I think the Region owes a responsibility to the lower-tier municipality to stand behind them and their constituents. “We need the Region at the table. I ask for the confidence of Regional council to stand behind the lower-tier municipality.” However, councillors wanted the works department to provide some background on the proposal before vot- ing on the issue. The issue was referred to the March 21 council meeting. 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They are planning to hire re- placement workers. This used to be illegal in Ontario, but Premier Mike Harris changed all that a few years ago with his new labour laws. Power- and profit-hungry com- panies, together with a government that constantly undermines peo- ple’s rights and dignity, are quickly changing the fabric of our society. It is a sad reflection on our society when low costs, increased produc- tivity and huge profits are more im- portant than the welfare of those who actually allow companies to be as profitable as they are. Many young families are suffer- ing because of the cold, calculated actions of Co-Steel Lasco, as are those who have been there over a long term, some as long as 36 years. How things have changed! I would ask other unions to sup- port the locked-out members of Co- Steel Lasco. Teachers, unions, wel- fare recipients, nurses, etc., all have suffered under the present govern- ment. No one’s job is secure. Marie Speziale Community effort helps fill shoeboxes To the editor: The Whitby Junior Civitan Club and its sponsoring club, the Picker- ing and Area Civitan Club, would like to acknowledge the communi- ty’s efforts on our project, ‘Boxes for Bosnia’. Your readers really responded to our request for donations and with their help we were able to send 102 shoeboxes for the children filled with toys, books, hygiene products and school supplies. The help we received from local citizens enabled us to exceed our goal. Laura Greig, Pickering and Area Civitan Club Advisor - Whitby Jr. Civitan Club P PAGE 6 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, March 4, 2001 Pickering News Advertiser A Metroland Community Newspaper Tim Whittaker Publisher Joanne Burghardt Editor-in-Chief Steve Houston Managing Editor Bruce Danford Director of Advertising Duncan Fletcher Retail Advertising Manager Eddie Kolodziejcak Classified Advertising Manager John Willems Real Estate/Automotive Advertising Manager Abe Fakhourie Distribution Manager Lillian Hook Office Manager Barb Harrison Composing Manager News (905) 683-5110 Sales (905) 683-5110 Classif ieds (905) 683-0707 Distribution (905) 683-5117 General Fax (905) 683-7363 E-Mail steve.houston@ durhamnews.net Web address www.durhamnews.net 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5 Publications Mail Sales Agreement Number 1332791 The News Advertiser is one of the Metroland Printing, Publishing and Distributing group of newspapers. The News Advertiser is a member of the Ajax & Pickering Board of Trade, Ontario Community Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Com- munity Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Circu- lations Audit Board and the Ontario Press Council. The publisher reserves the right to classify or refuse any advertisement. Credit for advertisement limited to space price error occu- pies. Editorial and Adver- tising content of the News Advertiser is copyrighted. Unauthorized reproduc- tion is prohibited. Editorial &OPINIONS news advertiser March 4, 2001 EDITORIAL LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Bring it on, bring on the 407. Yes, the Region’s top guy, Chair- man Roger Anderson says the Hwy. 407 extension is just a few studies away from reality through the re- mainder of Durham. The word came in the mail this week with confirma- tion from the Ontario Ministry of Transportation. And when it gets here, please everyone, take it to heart, use it right away, use it often. Just don’t expect to see me using it much, if at all. But don’t let that stop you OK? After all, anything that draws some of the incredible number of drivers off the currently congested roads between me and my destination now, has to be a good thing. What reason could I have for not using what will be a pristine new stretch of blacktop, offering quick travel to and through Toronto? Well, call it a frugal nature. Or call a spade a spade and label me cheap. The final nail in the coffin had to be the announcement of a penalty charge on top of overdue 407 ETR bills last year. Imagining a $12 toll resulting in a $30 penalty if the pa- perwork slipped behind the bread- box in the kitchen, turned me off for good. The benefits are pretty obvi- ous still. As several Durham mayors point out, just try to use another 400 series highway to get in or out of Toronto on a daily basis. Only the hardened commuter could keep his sanity in that stop-and-go night- mare. Of course that could explain my choice to live and work in Durham. Some people may be able to handle the commuter madness, but not I. The only serious concern is the environmental one. And it’s good news to hear the Province will fol- low the letter of the law and ensure the new stretch of highway won’t be causing any problems for wildlife and the local habitat by performing an assessment. Interestingly, concerns brought to a group of Durham MPPs by agricultural leaders late in 1999 when the extension through Durham was first envisioned, haven’t yet been answered. Hope- fully in the coming months we’ll find out if their concerns to avoid paving over viable farmland were heard. Because let’s face it, the last thing we need to do is pave par- adise. Hwy. 407 can’t get here fast enough But let’s make sure we don’t pave paradise in the process E-mail your comments on this opin- ion to steve.houston@durhamnews.net. Dave Stell Staff Editor 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 content. Opinions expressed in let- ters are those of the writer and not necessarily those of the News Ad- vertiser. We regret that due to the volume of letters, not all will be printed. Maybe it has to do with the speed at which Durham Region has grown in the past two decades. Or maybe it’s just that we’ve always had somewhere to toss our trash and just assumed an- other place would accept it willingly. Whatever the reason, it’s astonish- ing Durham has never come up with anything beyond simple recycling as a way to deal with the tonnes of garbage we continually produce. We need only look to our next-door neighbours in Northumberland Coun- ty to get a look at the future. Using a relatively simple wet-dry system of waste disposal, Northum- berland has been able to boost its di- version total from 15 per cent a few years ago to 35 per cent now and is eager to jump that amount even fur- ther. Using its 55,000-square-foot ma- terial recovery facility for dry waste, the County is able to drastically re- duce the waste heading to landfills. The next step is to provide composting for wet waste. At that point, the Coun- ty is confident it can reduce its landfill deposits by up to a whopping 75 per cent. While Northumberland only ser- vices 79,000 citizens compared to nearly 500,000 in Durham, there are other large-scale comparisons to be made. Provincial capitals Edmonton and Halifax, which serve large region- al populations, have been able to di- vert tremendous amounts of waste through modern recycling programs. That’s where Durham should be or at least where the Region should be heading. To hear local officials tell it, Durham is on the verge of establishing a four-stream recycling system but that appears to be far off in reality. First of course is going about things the old-fashioned way — by dumping nearly all our waste in a new landfill. Since our current landfill Keele Valley is due to close by the end of next year, there’s no time to waste. But a new landfill should be only a temporary solution while we look hard for near-term compost and recycling options. According to Scott Wolfe of Miller Waste Systems in Pickering, “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 diver- sion.” That begs the question: why hasn’t the Region been working towards this goal? One of the prime objectives of our Regional council during this term of office must be to get to state-of-the- art waste diversion. If other Canadian municipalities can do it, surely we can. It’s funny how other waste plans look so simple Success of neighbouring areas exposes Durham’s lack of action on diversion efforts 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. BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer Labour unrest is a step closer in Durham Catholic el- ementary schools after Wednesday’s meeting of the Ontario English Catholic Teachers’ Association (OECTA). “We had a very good meeting with our representa- tives and we’re going ahead on Monday with a general membership meeting and a strike vote,” said Bill Strat- ton, OECTA’s Durham ele- mentary president, in an in- terview Thursday. Roughly 55 OECTA lead- ers, one from each elemen- tary school plus executive and negotiating team mem- bers, met to decide if a gener- al meeting of about 1,000 local teachers would take place. “It was unanimously in favour of taking the vote,” said Mr. Stratton. The teachers’ vote, to be held at the Polish Veteran’s Hall in Oshawa, will deter- mine whether or not union leaders receive a strike man- date. Whitby Trustee Mary Ann Martin, who leads the Durham Catholic District School Board negotiating team, said local parents should not be concerned. “It’s a step in the negotiat- ing process,” she said of the strike vote. “(The teachers’ union) wants to expedite things.” A Ministry of Labour con- ciliator is setting up another meeting between the two par- ties, but Ms. Martin said it most likely would not occur before Monday. She said the coming vote doesn’t change the board’s approach to the bargaining talks. Ms. Martin is “very op- timistic” the sides can come to an agreement. “I wouldn’t say parents should be alarmed,” she said. “I think the teachers want parents to be aware of what’s going on.” The two sides have agreed not to discuss issues in the media, but both have said they’re willing to compro- mise. “I think it’s just what each side wants to give,” Ms. Martin said of the impasse. In an earlier interview, Mr. Stratton said the parties “did- n’t reach agreement on all outstanding issues” after a third meeting with the concil- iator, held Feb. 19. Four days later, the ministry granted the union’s request for a no board report, filed when at least one party believes talks are at a standstill. The board is also in talks with its secondary teachers, the only Catholic high school group in Ontario not to have reached a collective agree- ment with its school board. Ms. Martin, who leads the board’s secondary teacher bargaining team as well, said the parties met on Tuesday and the meeting lasted until 3 a.m. “They are going very well; we are moving along with (the talks),” she said. “We have a very good rapport with them. They’re a terrific group of professionals to deal with. Both sides have kept an open mind.” NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 4, 2001 PAGE 7 A/P Durham Catholic elementary teachers to hold strike vote * Evening appointments may be arranged* Evening appointments may be arranged* Evening appointments may be arranged 695 Finley Avenue, Ajax 683-1112695 Finley Avenue, Ajax 683-1112 THRIFTYTHRIFTY MECHANIC SHOPMECHANIC SHOP ROTATION & BALANCE 2995* most cars * with this coupon expires March 31, 2001. Truck & mag wheels extra. EVERYBODY TALKS ABOUT SERVICE AND SUPPORT BUT ARE YOU TRULY RECEIVING IT? ARE YOU TOTALLY SATISFIED THAT YOU ARE GETTING THE BEST VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY? WHY NOT GIVE US A TRY! 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A/P PAGE 8 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 4, 2001 BY LESLEY BOVIE Staff Writer Some say there’s an invisible line dividing Durham into two distinc- tive parts,north and south. Some be- lieve it’s Hwy. 7, while others feel it’s the natural landscape of the Oak Ridges Moraine dictating a change in lifestyle and attitude on either side of the line. How far apart those two parties are in thinking is up for debate. With more and more development taking place in north Durham, those lines could fade in the future as north and south gain a greater awareness of one another. However, a greater Durham identity for area municipal- ities may be many years down the road. “I think people pretty much want to work together,” says Scugog Mayor Doug Moffatt, who doesn’t take the stereotypes seriously. Most references to north Durham as a group of ‘good ol’ country folk’ are made in jest. It’s been a common debate at Durham council between north and south as to where tax dollars should be spent in the region. In the past, municipalities like Oshawa, Whitby and Ajax have had concerns about their taxes going to pay for some projects in north Durham, he says. “Here it’s the same thing. If you look at a list of dollars spent on roads in the last few years, 99 per cent of what was spent this year and last went to the south,” he says. “Is that wrong? No, because the major- ity of the population is there.” Some politicians in the past have tried to pit either side against one another, though Mayor Moffatt says no real animosity exists between north and south today. The key is in sending good representatives to sit at Regional council, he says. And he says he feels listened to and respect- ed when it comes time for him to take the floor. “Actually, of all the politicians I’ve met from north and south, I’ve found the more influential politi- cians come from the north,” he says. People speak passionately in the north, adds Uxbridge councillor Bev Northeast. She believes misun- derstandings about the north may still exist today because north Durham hasn’t had a long history of selling itself to those outside its bor- ders. Economic development com- mittees have only sprouted up in the last few years in Uxbridge and Scu- gog, she says. “Most definitely, agriculture is one of our mainstays. It’s our back- bone,” says Coun. Northeast, who heads up Uxbridge’s economic de- velopment committee. “But there are many other opportunities we offer.” Uxbridge Township hosts horse farm and riding schools, three ski hills and a number of golf courses, she points out. “Just because we don’t have the big factory pumping out widgets, it doesn’t mean we don’t have industry,” she adds. “Economic development is alive here.” Northern communities are “com- ing into the new millennium” pick- ing and choosing the type of indus- try they want to attract to their mu- nicipalities, she says. At the same time, industry is attracted to the north’s quality of life, she says. Smaller communities, in her esti- mation, have an old-fashioned Vic- torian charm and sense of relaxation most of the bigger centres in Durham have lost. “Our quality of life is hundreds of percentage points better,” echoes Barry Bushell, a local Radio Shack and Sears dealer and member of Uxbridge’s Business Improvement Area. The 50-year plus resident of Uxbridge says he doesn’t struggle against any misperceptions about northern life. “Not at all. They’re all dying to come up here to live,” he says about the south. At the same time, he says Uxbridge residents are quite aware of what lies outside their bound- aries. Most travel regularly to the urban centres of Markham and Newmarket, he points out. “You feel more connected here,” he adds. A connection to one’s communi- ty isn’t purely a northern trait, say those who live in south Durham. “Voluntarism is the backbone which keeps this city running,” says Maryanne Sholdra, of her native Oshawa. And she ought to know. A former local councillor, Ms. Sholdra has recruited volunteers for a number of efforts, including annu- al Easter and Thanksgiving food drives for the local Optimist Club. Donations have been good and the collection usually attracts “more volunteers than we can handle”, she says. Events such as the Waterfront Festival and Fiesta are entirely vol- unteer driven, Ms. Sholdra says. Fi- esta was launched in the aftermath of the 1973 Ontario Summer Games by 50 such individuals calling them- selves the Folk Arts Council. Today, the council has 20-year plus mem- bers, she points out. Some of the most active volun- teers are seniors, who have more time on their hands, she says. But that’s common around the region as parents are becoming busier with their families, she adds. And heritage is just as important to Durham’s urban centres in the south as it is to its northern neigh- bours. The growing community of Whitby has a very active Local Ar- chitecture Conservation Advisory Committee. One of its mandates is to educate the public about Whit- by’s Victorian past, says chairman Sue Pitchforth. Whitby has approximately 52 properties designated as historical homes, 10 or 12 of which are on LACAC’s annual house tour. It is currently working to restore former Mayor James Rowe’s homestead and is turning its focus to Camp X next, Ms. Pitchforth says. “We have a good age mix,” she says. “There’s a stereotype only older people are interested in histo- ry. But in the last five years we’ve noticed a change. More younger people are becoming interested.” In a recent Town of Whitby sur- vey, many residents pointed to the Town’s heritage as one of its best features, she says. North, south, east or west, people naturally think of themselves from their individual municipality, rather than Durham, adds Mayor Moffatt. For instance, in his area, Blackstock residents think of themselves from Blackstock before they do Scugog Township or Durham Region, he points out. And even though Scugog Island is in Port Perry, residents living there always refer to Scugog Island rather than Port Perry when asked their address, he says. “Maybe it will take another 100 years to change that,” he says, adding everyone did the same thing with Ontario County before the Re- gion was formed in the 1970s. Mayor Moffatt says he has trained himself at meetings to say he’s from the Township of Scugog in Durham Region. It stems from a pride people have about their individual locale, says Uxbridge Coun. Northeast, adding “why would we do any differently?” She represents Goodwood and prefers to think of it as the gateway to the Township. She says Uxbridge is a little bet- ter off than Scugog in this regard be- cause Uxbridge Township’s main centre is Uxbridge, while Scugog’s main centre is Port Perry. People mistakenly refer to Port Perry as the municipality, which can spark ani- mosity between it and other parts of the Township, she adds. Similar sparks arose in Brooklin a few years ago when Canada Post was realigning its mail system and was considering changing the vil- lage’s address to Whitby, Ms. Pitch- forth acknowledges. “The majority of us live here be- cause it’s smaller and we still want- ed to use Brooklin,” she says. “It’s growing so fast and we don’t want to become a bedroom community because we know we have a rich past.” “Our differences are important,” adds Ms. Northeast. “It’s what makes us unique whether we’re lo- cated in the north or in the south.” The Great Divide? Is anybody drawing the line in Durham? Scugog Mayor Doug Moffatt doesn’t think so – not seriously anyway. RON PIETRONIRO/ News Advertiser photo Whitby Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee President Sue Pitchforth believes preserving a community’s her- itage keeps it unique. MARYANNE SHOLDRA Connecting with a community is a key. CARL FERENCZ/ News Advertiser photo NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 4, 2001 PAGE 9 A/P We’re online at www.durhamnews.net Durham College seeks successful alumni Do you know a deserving, high achiever who just hap- pened to graduate from Durham College? Then nominate him or her for the college’s annual alumni of distinction awards. Candidates must be post- secondary graduates who have been successful in their careers and have contributed to the col- lege and/or the community. There will be five awards presented, one for each of the following categories: applied arts-creative arts and design, applied arts-community ser- vice, business, health sciences, and technology. The alumni of distinction awards will be presented at the college’s convocation cere- monies on June 15. Winners’ names will be entered automat- ically in the Premiers’ Awards with honourees in that category announced next February and the recipients recognized at an industry conference. If you would like to nomi- nate an individual, the person’s name and profile, including their contributions to the col- lege and/or their community, should be sent in writing to Durham College’s alumni of- fice (P.O. Box 385, Oshawa, L1H 7L7). Supporting docu- ments such as letters of recom- mendation should be included. Nominations must be received by March 30, 2001. For more information, con- tact Lori Connor at (905) 721- 3035. The Ministry of Natural Re- sources is looking for students to fill its summer job programs. Job opportunities are avail- able with the Ontario steward- ship program, Ontario rangers, the internship program for post- secondary students, the summer experience program, a co-op program for students enrolled in a post-secondary co-operative education program, and the On- tario Quebec summer student job exchange. Information is available by calling 1-800-667-1940. Student job opportunities available Results are in on Grade 10 testing Accountability office to release board numbers Thursday, school stats in April BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer Durham parents will soon know how students in their school board did on the Grade 10 reading and writ- ing test. The Province’s Education Quality and Accountability Office adminis- tered the five-hour test to about 4,600 local students in October. Jeff Miller, EQAO communications officer, said in an interview the results were being released to schools and school boards on Friday. This Thursday the board-by-board results will be released, posted on the independent agency’s Web site (www.eqao.com). “Individual school results will be made public, but not until April 27,” said Mr. Miller. Unlike the EQAO-administered reading, writing and math test, the re- sults will only indicate how many students passed or failed the test, comprised of a reading and writing section. 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Enesco Visit us at our website: www.enesco.com The Durham Region Health Department has kicked off the second phase of a cam- paign to encourage residents to make their homes smoke-free. The ‘Breathing Space’campaign, which initially ran from July to October 2000, consists of advertisements in newspapers, on radio stations and transit bus shelters throughout the Greater Toronto Area to help educate people about the dangers of second-hand smoke in their homes. The initial partners in the campaign were the regions of Durham, Halton, Hamilton-Wentworth, Peel, and York, and the City of Toronto. The Simcoe County Health Unit has joined the campaign for the second phase, which runs until the end of March. “The Breathing Space campaign has had a significant impact on people’s atti- tudes and behaviours and complements the work that the health department is already doing to educate the community about the dangers of exposure to second-hand smoke,” said Dr. Donna Reynolds, Durham Region’s associate medical officer of health. She added, “Exposure to second-hand smoke is a major health hazard and the third leading preventable cause of death. Children are particularly vulnerable to its effects and have an increased risk of devel- oping asthma, pneumonia, bronchitis, ear infections and sudden infant death syn- drome.” According to a 1999 Durham health de- partment survey, 22 per cent of children in Durham live in homes where someone reg- ularly smokes. The second phase of the Breathing Space campaign runs until the end of March and is funded by a $264,725 grant from the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. For more information about the Breath- ing Space campaign or to obtain informa- tion on making your home smoke-free, call the health department at 723-8521 or 1- 800-841-2729, ext. 2293. A/P PAGE 10 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 4, 2001 Durham health officials want you to provide ‘Breathing Space’We’re online at www.durhamnews.netAlzheimer Society knows ‘How Sweet It Is’ The local Alzheimer’s society has a sweet offer for businesses across Durham Region. The Alzheimer Society of Durham Re- gion is getting set for its chocolate lovers’ luncheon — ‘How Sweet It Is’and is look- ing for door and raffle prize donations and for corporations to fill sponsor tables. Ta- bles are $350 each or $500 for two and en- title sponsors to two complimentary tick- ets per table. All donations will be noted on flyers and posters. 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L-R Adam Urquhart, Susan Caterina, Teresa van Schagen, Shirley McEachren, Pete Jefferson, Kelly Gillis, Sarah Caterina. Front L-R Paula and Heather Sulston, Danille Caterina. The Moonwalk is May 27th. Pledge forms can be picked up at Zellers - Durham Centre or Zellers at Pickering Town Centre. Why Should You Choose Montessori? From the moment you become aware of the fact that you are about to become a parent, many overwhelming feelings begin to overtake you. At some point doubt and fear creep in to the equa- tion. Will I be a “good” parent? Can I provide all that my child needs, including all the “things” that I didn’t have as a child? The questions seem unending; the answers of course aren’t always straight forward. Somehow we all seem to go the distance on instinct and a few pieces of well chosen advice. Today the most confusing, exasper- ating, and crucial decisions that we as parents will have to make is the choice of education for our children. What can you do and where can you go to provide your child with a sound and all-encompassing method of education? Why not Montessori? There are many misconceptions about the Montessori method of educa- tion. A Montessori education is only for the “rich”. The children play in their classrooms all day. Children who start out in a Montessori school have a hard time adapting to “regular” school because they don’t have all that specialized mate- rial to work with. Maria Montessori established the first Casa dei Bambini in 1907 in one of the poorest and most deprived areas in Lorenzo, Italy. The teachers and assistants were local people and the children were defined as “defi- cients” a most derogatory term. However with the aid of specially developed mate- rials and a properly prepared environ- ment; these so-called “deficients” astounded the skeptics with their ability to learn. Maria Montessori put her medical and engineering training to good use as she developed many of the materials used today. It was through extensive observations of the children and their needs at particular times in their develop- ment that prompted her to create these materials. The “hands on approach” imprint on the child’s mind, different concepts such as length, width, volume, texture, quantity etc. Once the child has worked with the materials in a concrete way, and the concept has been fixed or incarnated with him, then he can proceed to work in the abstract form without difficulty. Education does not only refer to academics. In the Montessori environ- ment a child develops self-esteem and confidence very early on, as the “I can do it” attitude that will ensure future success in all aspects of life is taught from an early age. The children are taught to care for themselves, others, and their environ- ment through activities in Practical Life, Cultural and Grace and Courtesy. We spend countless thousands of dollars in gymnastics, ballet, hockey, soc- cer etc. because we want our children to develop skills in these areas. We seek out properly trained teachers or coaches and well equipped gyms, arenas etc. As adults you may feel the need to spend a romantic or relaxing evening - what do you do? You set the scene or tone for the evening and create an environment conductive to romance or relaxation. A Montessori classroom is a prepared environment especially for the children. The materials on the shelves seem to call out to the children “Hey, come on over and check me out!” I am experiencing the Montessori method or education through my children who are currently enrolled at the Montessori Learning Centre Pickering. My husband and I want- ed the type of school offering an education that would develop the whole personality of our children while recognizing their individual needs and talents. We see them growing academical- ly, socially, emotionally; and we know that they are well adjust- ed children who are very secure and comfortable in their place in the world. Without the dedicated and caring staff at the Montessori Learning Centre Pickering, this would have been much harder to accomplish; for their efforts and hard work we are grateful and thank them most sincerely. It was my children that led me to Montessori and through them I have come to understand and believe in the Montessori method. In fact, such a strong believer, that when a Career change was in the cards due to Corporate restructuring and downsizing, I enrolled in a teacher training course for Montessori Teachers. Now that I am actively involved in train- ing and learning the concepts, methods and philosophy - I can unequivocally say that there is not a child in the world who could NOT benefit from a Montessori education. You gave your child the most pre- cious gift of life - why not give him some- thing that will enhance that gift forever - A MONTESSORI EDUCATION AT THE MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTRE PICKERING. For more information call (905) 509 -1722 A Start-to-Finish Guide to Planning Your Career AJAX, February 28, 2001 - Susan Rogers and Naomi Penner will teach a series of three, free, weekly workshops, starting on March 7 at the MacLean Center, to help participants further their careers. As a senior manager for a nation- al broadcaster, holding a designation as a Certified Human Resources Professional, Ms. Rogers has worked in the field for more than 15 years. Ms. Penner is currently employed at a large financial institution, with recruitment being one of her major responsibilities. Together, the two will present some practical career planning tech- niques that will benefit those who are just entering the workforce, or those seeking new job opportunities. The workshops are designed to be interac- tive, with the opportunity for individ- ual counseling. The first session will focus on cre- ating a unique resume, a critical part of marketing unique skills and talents. The second will discuss the principles of a cover letter, then offer advice on how to write one that will get noticed. The third workshop will help prepare participants for the interview process, and more specifically - behavioural based interviews. The series will be held on March 7, 14 and 21 at 8pm. Those interested in registering are asked to call 905-831- 8596 or 905-839-5458 and ask for Dennis or Agnes. These free Career Planning work- shops are part of a series sponsored by Durham Christian Fellowship. Other helpful workshops to look forward to include Planning Your Finances and Marriage & Family. DCF meets Sunday mornings at 10:30 at the Village Community Centre(Sherwood & Linton). For further information please contact: Dennis or Agnes Penner 905-839-5458 denpen@idirect.com Susan Rogers 416-332-6499 srogers@ctv.ca BY CHRISTINE TENN- MOTHER, STUDENT, TEACHER MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTRE PICKERING “Knowledge with Understanding” PRIVATE SCHOOL AGES 1 1/2 - 12 YEARS “I hear and I forget, I see and I remember, I do and I understand” E.H. • Full Montessori Curriculum • Before & After School • Daycare Hours • Optional Hot Lunch • Field Trips • Computer-Music • Phys. Ed “Take the time to visit & understand!” PICKERING 509-1722 401 KINGSTON RD. (ROUGEMOUNT & HWY. 2) Call for a Visit Planning on Changing your Career? Entering the workforce? Seeking job opportunities? These Workshops are for you! The Workshops are facilitated by Human Resource Professionals Macleans Center Ajax Mar 7, Mar 14, Mar 21, 8pm 8pm 8pm Preparing a resume Cover letters that count Interviewing techniques Register early by phoning: 905-831-8596 or 905-839-5458 and ask for Dennis or Agnes Sponsored by: FREE 420-9930 Ajax/Pickering 1885 Glenanna Rd. Suite #103 BLAISDALE MONTESSORI SCHOOL is celebrating our 32nd year with the opening of our NEWEST and BIGGEST LOCATION in Ajax Give Your Child The Tremendous Advantage Of This Montessori Experience • close to the 401 • on 5 acres • large gym • stage • close to the GO station • 20,000 sq. ft. facility • quiet secluded street • library ages 16 mos. to grade 8 • open 7am to 6pm For Information And A Tour Call 905-427-5006 20 O’Brien Court (West off Westney, just north of Bayly) NOW OPEN NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, March 4, 2001 PAGE 11 A/P BETTER LEARNING 2001BETTER LEARNING 2001 A special section dedicated to educational institutions within your community. ADVERTISING FEATURE Tomorrow begins today. A/P PAGE 12 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 4, 2001 STILL TIME TO REGISTER! Extended to March 23 REGISTRATION LOCATIONS: Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Oshawa Oshawa This Week 865 Farewell St. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Bowmanville Clarington This Week/ Canadian Statesman 62 King St. W. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Port Perry Port Perry This Week 1625 Scugog St., Port Perry 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Uxbridge Uxbridge Tribune/ Times-Journal 16 Bascom St., Uxbridge 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. $10entry fee Entrants must be in Grades 1 through 8 as of Dec. 31, 2000. Presented by This Week News Advertiser Uxbridge Tribune The Canadian Statesman UXBRIDGE TIMES-JOURNAL Seniors 60 Plus, take an extra 15%off plus so much more! Some exemptions do apply. So many deals, so little time.onedaysale Tuesday, March 6th All savings are off our regular prices (unless otherwise specified). Excludes Bay Value items and special offers. Brands and selection will vary by store. Reduced to clear! Shop early for best choices! furniture save 33% all discontinued, clearance-priced furniture Off our last ticketed prices housewares & more save 50% • cookware sets priced at $300 or more and matching open stock Excludes KitchenAid & Henckels • Royal Albert and Johnson Brothers place settings Excludes Franciscan patterns save 40% • All Corningware • Glass giftware and boxed stemware In our China department save 30% • all frames • crystal giftware Excludes Swarovski • decorative accessories • all candles and holders save 25% all: • T-Fal Cookware • metal bakeware • glass ovenware • Rubbermaid save 20% all: • Henckels knives, gadgets, flatware and cookware • dinnerware In our Housewares dept. • Good Grips gadgets save 15% all: candy and fine foods Excludes licensed departments. linens save 50% • solid-coloured towels Excludes Ralph Lauren & Royal Velvet • pillows Excludes Calvin Klein save 40% • duvets & mattress pads Excludes Calvin Klein • towels by Ralph Lauren & Royal Velvet • Charter Collection®Satin Stripe bedding save 25% • all bedding, already reduced by 25% to 50% • kitchen and table linens • bath accessories and co-ordinates • all solid coloured sheets and cases men’s & kids’ fashions save 40% • men's leather Jackets By: Remix, Di Cappra, Weatherman and Togo™ • men’s Northern Spirit® wrinkle-free pleated casual twill pants men’s wardrobe sale Buy 3 or more, save 25% Buy 2, save 20% Buy 1, save 15% See in store for exemptions Offer ends March 8th, 2001 kids’ wardrobe & shoe sale Buy 3 or more save 25% Buy 2 save 20% Buy 1 save 15% Excludes Tommy Hilfiger Offer ends March 8th, 2001 save 15% all nursery furniture Includes car seats, strollers, cribs, high chairs, swings, playards and more women’s fashions save 35% boxed bras & briefs By: Vogue Bra & Warners save 25% women’s brand name sportswear By Alfred Dunner, Alia, Alia Sport, Tan Jay, Villager, Koret and Haggar®for Her. jewellery, accessories & shoes save 50% Principles®& Charter Collection gold jewellery save 40% • diamond, gemstone, cubic zirconia, cultured and freshwater pearl jewellery Excludes Bridal Collection • all Baycrest®pantyhose save 30% all luggage Excludes hardside luggage save 25% • brand name watches By Cardinal, Seiko, Timex®, Scandia, Bulova, Geoffrey Beene, Hugo Max, Orléan, Perry Ellis, Sierra and more Excludes Ironman and Expedition • ToGo™ & Mantles™ sterling silver, B.C. jade and semi-precious jewellery • women’s shoes By ToGo™, Expression™ and Naturalizer® • selected men’s & women’s comfort shoes By: Rockport®, Hush Puppies®and Ecco • men’s & women’s slippers in our shoe dept. See in store for details. save 15% all athletic walking shoes save an extra 40% • all women’s fashions already reduced by 25% to 40% Includes: designer fashions, dresses, outerwear and more Excludes just reduced items. • all clearance-priced slippers In our Footwear department Off our last ticketed prices save an extra 30% women’s lingerie already reduced by 25% to 40% Includes: daywear, sleepwear, robes, bras & panties Off our last ticketed prices save an extra 30% men’s fashions, already reduced by 25% to 50% Off our last ticketed prices save an extra 25% all kids’ fashions, accessories, outerwear, underwear, socks & sleepwear already reduced by 25% to 50% Off our last ticketed prices shopping is good The retail formats of Hudson’s Bay Company – The Bay, Home Outfitters, Zellers and Zellers Select – will now accept Bay and Zellers credit cards in all retail locations for all purchases. Some exceptions may apply. Enjoy more convenience and more choice with your Bay and Zellers credit cards. Reward miles are awarded monthly, based on cumulative purchases, excluding taxes. ®™ Trademarks of AIR MILES®International Trading B.V. Used under license by Loyalty Management Group Canada Inc. and the Hudson’s Bay Company. Shop when you want. Great merchandise from the Bay and Zellers is only a click away. NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 4, 2001 PAGE 13 A/P Pickering man drives off with Cash for Cancer lottery win A Pickering man was the big winner in the seventh early bird draw for the Cash for Cancer Lottery to support the new Durham Regional Cancer Centre. Warren Winkie won a 2001 Cadillac Catera, valued at more than $50,000, when his ticket was drawn Wednesday. “This year, the Cash for Cancer Lot- tery is offering great odds and great prizes all in support of a great cause,” states a news release from the Oshawa General Hospital Foundation. The foundation will draw for the ear- ly bird grand prize of an all-inclusive trip for two to Africa with $10,000 in spending money on April 10. Tickets must be purchased prior to March 31 to qualify. The $1 million grand prize will be drawn May 18. Tickets are $100 each and are avail- able by calling 1-877-460-3800. Tickets can also be purchased at the Oshawa Centre located at the corner of Steven- son Road and King St. W., Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Alma Street, Never Enough Wind and local branches of the Bank of Montreal. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there. * State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company * Canadian Head Office: Scarborough, Ontario KIMBERLEY FROST Agent 641 Kingston Road (Hwy #2 & Whites Rd.) Pickering, Ontario (905) 420-3221 SCOTT ANDREWS Agent 345 Kingston Road, Suite 206 (Hwy #2 & Altona Rd.) Pickering, Ontario (905) 509-1167 PAUL WILLIAMS Agent 1020 Brock Rd. S., Suite #2000 (Brock Rd. & Bayly St.) Pickering, Ontario (905) 839-6306 VIC O’HEARN Agent 467 Westney Rd. S., Unit #20 (Westney at Bayly St.) Ajax, Ontario (905) 683-2251 INTRODUCING Kendall Ridge™ Showcase features the most celebrated and acclaimed wines from renowned wine-producing countries around the globe including France, Australia and Canada. In response to your numerous requests, we are very excited to offer you three varieties from Ontario. With Four Locations To Serve You Better 1001 Burns St. E. #4, Whitby 666-9355 98 Waverly Rd., Bowmanville 697-1954 467 Westney Rd. S., Ajax 686-4120 887 Bayly at Westshore, Pickering 420-6148 Take Home $91 95 to $99 95 Brew On Premise $13995 10% OFF Each Kit For The Month Of March While Quantities Last Rosewood & Stainless Steel With the Purchase of A 16L Ultra Premium Wine Kit FREE CORKSCREW Plus $25oo OFF For First Time Wine Makers THE BAY SEARS ZELLERS FAMOUS PLAYERS CHAPTERS SPORT CHEK OPEN MONDAY TO FRIDAY 9:30 AM TO 9 PM, SATURDAY 9:30 AM TO 6 PM AND SUNDAY 11 AM TO 5 PM. STEVENSON ROAD & KING STREET WEST (905) 728-6231 The March Break Event Monday, March 12 to Sunday, March 18 School’s out and the fun is in at Oshawa Centre with special March Break activities. Come see our “homework” with a collection of wonderful playhouses built by the Durham Region Homebuilders Association. Check out the display in Centre Court, March 5 to 18 and pick up a raffle ticket for just $2 each for your chance to win a dream playhouse. All proceeds to benefit the Grandview Children’s Charity.Then, get to work enjoying Grand & Toy’s KidOffice Craft & Activity Workshop in Centre Court.Free for children ages 3 to 11.Pick up a KidOffice schedule anytime at the Information Kiosk in Centre Court. All STAR Shopping GiveYourselfA Break A/P PAGE 14 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 4, 2001 News Advertiser online www.durhamnews.net BILLBOARD MARCH 4, 2001 SUNDAY, MARCH 4 CELEBRATIONS:B’nai Shalom V’tikvah, Durham’s Reform Jewish congregation is celebrating Purim with a party in the afternoon. For more in- formation, call (905) 420-4429. MONDAY, MARCH 5 PARKINSON:The Durham chapter Parkinson Foundation holds its month- ly meeting at 7:30 at St. Mark’s united church, 201 centre st, Whitby. The topic of the meeting is upper body exercises. The event is wheel- chair accessible. For more information please contact Jean Keary (905) 619- 1469. TUESDAY, MARCH 6 PARENT SUPPORT:A parents’ sup- port group meets locally every Tuesday at 7:15 p.m. for parents of kids in- volved in drugs, alcohol, running away, dropping out of school, crimes and parental abuse. Call (416) 223-7444 or 1-800-488-5666 for location, informa- tion. SAHAJA YOGA MEDITATION: Reduce stress and anxiety. 7 p.m. at the Ajax Central Library, 65 Harwood Ave S. (near 401). Free. For more informa- tion (416) 759-4912. or visit their Web- site at www.sahajayoga.org. FRIENDSHIP CLUB:The Tuesday Morning Discussion Club will be hav- ing Cliff Weaver speak on ‘Guidance Counselling. COMMUNITY LIVING:The Ajax- Pickering and Whitby Association for Community Living holds its general meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch, 111 Hunt St., Ajax. Everyone welcome. 427- 3300. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 7 OSTEOPOROSIS:The Osteoporosis Support Group of Ajax-Pickering meets the first Wednesday of every month at the Ajax and Pickering Health Centre, 580 Harwood Ave. S., Ajax, (conference rooms A or B) at 1:30 p.m. Guest speakers. Call 428-6632. VOLLEYBALL:Moms and Tots Vol- leyball is offered Wednesday mornings at the East Shore Community Centre, 910 Liverpool Rd., Pickering, from 9 to 11:15 a.m. Co-operative babysitting with crafts and snacks available. 420- 0652 (Tammy). SINGLE PARENT SUPPORT:The One Parent Families Association, Ajax/Pickering Chapter, meets at 8 p.m. at the Ajax Cricket Club on Monarch Avenue, south of Bayly Street, for both custodial and non-cus- todial parents, whether your children are two or 42. All are welcome. 837- 9670. NEWCOMERS CLUB:Meets at 8 p.m. at the Pickering United Church, 300 Church street north, Ajax. For more information please contact Hilary (905) 619-2367 or Kim (905) 686- 6237. AJAX-PICKERING TOASTMAS- TERS CLUB:Holds its regular meet- ing tonight, starting with a meet and greet at 7:15 p.m. and the meeting at 7:30. Anyone interested in developing or improving public speaking, leader- ship and communication skills are in- vited to the Pickering Nuclear Informa- tion Centre. Call Mary-Anne Pietrusi- ak at 686-1443 or Mariska Thomas at 686-2195 or Marisk1@sympatico.ca. PINERIDGE ARTS COUNCIL:The group meets at 7 p.m. at the Pickering Recreation Complex and is open to the public. Call Cathy Schnippering at (905) 839-1734. A NEW PHASE IS BEGINNING in the process of returning Ontario Power Generation’s (OPG) Pickering A nuclear generating station to service. As a result of their review of the Pickering A Environmental Assessment, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) has determined that the return to service is not likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects. The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) regulates the use of nuclear energy and materials to protect health, safety, security and the environment and to respect Canada’s international commitments on the peaceful use of nuclear energy. The Environmental Assessment contained commitments made by OPG, including implementation of mitigation measures and a follow-up monitoring program. As we undertake these commitments we will continue to involve the community through the Community Advisory Council, public meetings and other consultations. With the acceptance of the Environmental Assessment, we’ve begun another phase in returning Pickering A to service. A new phase. A continuing C OMMITMENT. For more information visit our website at www.ontariopowergeneration.com or call us at 905-837-7272. R ETURNING PICKERING A NUCLEAR GENERATING STATION TO SERVICE NEW state-of-the-art fire detection and suppression systems around turbines, generators and control room. STRUCTURAL reinforcement of key equipment and systems to improve resistance to earthquakes. INSTALLATION of stainless steel condenser tubes to reduce copper discharge into Lake Ontario. IMPROVEMENTS to prevent and contain spills to the environment in the unlikely event should they occur. ELIMINATION of equipment containing PCBs. OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU. Here are some of the key improvements we'll complete before returning Pickering A to service: BY DAVID STELL Staff Editor The importance of se- niors as volunteers in to- day’s society cannot be un- derscored enough say ad- ministrators in organiza- tions dependent on their services. In Durham Region, or- ganizations such as com- munity care and senior citi- zens centres, just to name two, explain they rely a great deal on senior citi- zens in order to continue offering programs. So how many senior vol- unteers are out there? Of course it depends on the or- ganization or charity, but ask Jenny Yorgason and she’ll tell you Scugog Community Care wouldn’t exist without them. “Most of my volunteers are seniors,” the SCC co- ordinator says. “Very few are under the age of 50.” One reason for that is obvious. “Seniors have time,” Ms. Yorgason says because since most are re- tired and in some cases are looking for a use for their time and talents. And with the number of programs SCC offers, bro- ken down into two cate- gories, the COPE mental health program and home support programs, a lot of volunteers are needed. Ms. Yorgason laughs as she re- lates the lengths she will go to recruit people to help her programs. “I do everything possi- ble, place notices in church bulletins, make cold calls, chat with people while I’m in line at the bank and chase them down the street at times,” she says. “But volunteers themselves are the best recruiters, they spread the word on what we do and what kind of help we need.” Pointing to one of her senior volunteers as an ex- ample, an 80-year-old man who doesn’t want any kind of publicity for the work he does, is still actively volun- teering after 20 years. He received a lifetime achieve- ment award from the SCC NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 4, 2001 PAGE 15 A/P YOUNG A FEATURE FOR TODAY’S FIFTY-PLUS LIFESTYLE ForeverForever Seniors at the core of Durham volunteer agencies See SENIORS page 17 “I HAVE A PLUMBING PROBLEM” If your plumbing quits Don’t Panic. Call Brant. 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N. WHITBY PEARSON LANES (905) 430-2253 Ontario Travel Lic. #3122474/04333099 MARCH 22 COUNTRY ESCAPE We’ll visit the incredible Hoselton Studios, lunch at an historic hotel, visit a restored Victorian mansion and on the way home we’ll stop at a factory cheese outlet. $60 per person. APRIL 10 “THE RAT PACK” at the Orillia Opera House. Take a trip back to Las Vegas, the Flamingo, the early 60’s, highballs & martinis. Don’t miss this musical tribute to Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis, & Dean Martin! $60 per person. APRIL 19 ST. JACOBS FARMERS MARKET buffet lunch + more... $55 per person. MAY 19 ENGLEBERT HUMPERDINCK - One night only - “The King of Romance” performs at Roy Thompson Hall. Only a few tickets left. Includes dinner $139. MAY 18-20 TULIP FESTIVAL IN OTTAWA Visit the largest tulip festival in the world including 2 nights at the Crown Plaza, meals, Tulip Festival activities and more!... $345 per person sharing twin. JUNE 4-7 MACINAW ISLAND & FRANKENMUTH We tour the island by horse & carriage with a fabulous buffet lunch at the Grand Hotel, theatre, Bronner’s Christmas Store and much more!... Cdn. $499 per person sharing twin. JUNE 20-23 NEW YORK CITY & HISTORIC HUDSON VALLEY 2 nights in the Broadway area of Manhattan! Lunch cruise, Empire State Building, City Tour, West Point, Vanderbilt Estate + most meals!... Cdn. $899 per person sharing twin. CALL US FOR A BROCHURE DENTURE CLINIC REPAIRS (1 hr.) * Relines * Complete, Partial Dentures William Steil, DD, F.C.A.C.(A) 84 Old Kingston Rd. W. PICKERING VILLAGE, AJAX Functional Dentures...One Good Reason To Smile! PICKERING VILLAGE After hours 428-8801 683-4294 Call today for free consultation NEW PERMANENT, SOFT DENTURE LINER Charles Wm. Steil, D.D. NO GST NO PSTNO GST NO PST We’re “hear” to help!We’re “hear” to help! Watch for an exciting announcement for our annual Hearing Health Fair. Business Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. 200 John Street, (Midtown Mall), Oshawa (905) 432-7464 420 Crawforth St., (Durham Chiropractic and Rehabilitation Centre ) Whitby, (905) 665-9713 PICKERING —The Community Nursing Home in Pickering is seeking volun- teers to help make seniors feel beautiful. Beauty and hairdressing as- sistants are needed to provide services to seniors at the nurs- ing home. Beauty assistants will visit with residents while providing manicures. A detailed orienta- tion session will be provided and no experience with nail care is necessary. A commitment of approxi- mately one hour a week is re- quired. Volunteer hairdressing as- sistants will assist hairdressers with residents. Hairdressing experience is an asset but is not necessary. A commitment of approxi- mately three hours a week is required. Morning and after- noon shifts are available from Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. For more information call Jennifer Tedford at 831-2522 ext. 297 or e-mail at jennted- ford@hotmail.com. A/P PAGE 16 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 4, 2001 Do you have a flair for hair? Pickering nursing home seeks volunteer hairdressers, manicurists to aid residents EVENTS FOR SENIORS MARCH 4, 2001 MONDAY, MARCH 5 RUG HOOKERS:The monthly 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 information at 839-7953. TUESDAY, MARCH 6 QUILTING CLUB:Durham Trillium Quilters Guild meets at 7:30 p.m., Central Collegiate on 155 Gibb St., Oshawa. Showcasing Sandra Meech’s trunk show. Contact Elizabeth Vipond at (905) 726-7495 or Arlene Dickinson at (905) 432-5334 for more informa- tion. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 7 WELLNESS:Chiropractor Dr. Stephen Lippitt holds an interactive workshop, ‘What Would it Feel Like to be More Alive?’ from 7 to 9 p.m. upstairs at the Pickering Loblaws, at Hwy. 2 and Liverpool Road. Topics in- clude stress and how wellness helps. Register at the Loblaws customer ser- vice desk. 831-6301, 426-9116. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21 OSTOMY ASSOCIATION:The Os- hawa & District Ostomy Association meeting for people who have had or are about to have ostomy surgery is held at 7:30 at St. Paul’s Church, Rogers Rd. Oshawa. Guest speakers, videos, questions and more. 728-7207 (Alma McPherson). Classifieds BERMUDA:Fully equipped apts/ cottages; from $75 US p/couple; Monthly from $1500. No taxes. Call 416-232-2243, Fax 232-9138, visit us at www. bermudarentals.com or write to: Bermuda Rentals, 184 Prince Edward Dr., Toronto M8Y 3W9. GUNS-SWORDS Highest cash paid by collector for old and antique guns, swords, knives, ammunition, medals, helmets & military items. Confidential. Will travel. Call Vern 905-294-4965. Sanford Gardens in fabulous Brighton Helping people live life to the fullest.The ultimate in assist- ed living. all meals, laundry, housekeeping, etc. $750 mo. limited space available. For the artisan we will customize your own private workshop.613-475-3930 www.appleroutecountry.on.ca/sanford.htm ARTICLES WANTED VACATION/TRAVEL If you’re a service or club that targets the 50’s plus market and would like to be listed in this useful directory, please fill in the spaces below and fax to 905-619-9068 or 905-683-7363 Seniors Directory and Activity Guide Publishing April 2001 Club Or Service Type Of Club Or Service Contact Name Phone Number Sancella 7x146 (negs sent with runner) recently and is a great example of dedication to volunteering. This year is International Year of the Volunteer and the role of volun- teers in society is being celebrated every day in 2001 and the importance of people like Flo Mennie, a senior citizen, is being recognized as cru- cial. A long-time resident of Uxbridge and in recent years Ajax, Ms. Mennie was named Volunteer of the Year in Pickering. But she isn’t one to boast about the honour. She almost sounds apologetic that she no longer dedi- cates as much time to volunteering as she once did. Her involvement since retiring has been remarkable. She currently offers time at Pickering Museum, occasion- ally with the Children’s Wish Foun- dation and spent time as a volunteer with the Osteoporosis society and Uxbridge hospital. “I just know there’s all kinds of jobs that need to be done and not enough money (to pay people to do them),” she says. “You know there’s a need and I have the time.” Explaining why she continues to volunteer at Pickering Museum to- day, Ms. Mennie says she is a widow and being on her own gives her the incentive to be involved the way she is. Meeting people and spending time with displays outlining what life was like in the 1830s gives her a chance to interact with a lot of people. ‘The only way we can provide the quality programs and services we do is with seniors as volunteers.’ –– Debra Prescott “It’s an advantage for me to get out,” she says. “It’s selfish in a way.” Speaking to what separates seniors as volunteers from any other age group, Oshawa Senior Citizens Cen- tre program director Debra Prescott says “they’ve acquired a lifetime of skills and experience that they offer.” The importance of seniors volun- teering is brought home at the centres by the fact most programs run during the week from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and for the most part only retired individ- uals can give time at those hours. “The only way we can provide the quality programs and services we do is with seniors as volunteers,” she ex- plains. Their organization encourages re- tirees to look on volunteering as the next stage in life to keep active. “It can be the beginning of a whole new stage of life as a volun- teer, that’s what we promote,” she says. “They can still contribute.” She estimates 500 of their 504 vol- unteers are over 50. Last year they calculated those 504 volunteers logged 28,574.5 hours helping in programs that help 40,000 people. Anyone interested in finding out more about volunteering can call (905) 440-4509, the Volunteer Re- source Centre for Durham Region. NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 4, 2001 PAGE 17 A/P Just the fax: 683-7363 Please Recycle Me... Knit a little, help a lot Seniors divide their time among many volunteer groups ‘Lifetime of skills’ suit them well for any job SENIORS from page 15 Mitten by mitten, hat by hat, Geraldine Goldberg is ask- ing local resi- dents to help her in a community project to knit clothing for young mothers. The Picker- ing resident is looking for about 30 people to provide knit- ted items on an ongoing basis. Everyone who chooses to get involved can work at their own pace. “I don’t want this to be work,” said Ms. Gold- berg. “I want people to enjoy their hobby.” The clothing would be pro- vided for moth- ers under 26 years old and involved in a Health Canada program called ‘Food for Thought’. For more in- formation and to volunteer, call her at 839- 4857. Let Us Send You a Cheque! For information on how you can financially benefit through Charitable Gift Annuities, please call: Doug Smith, Planned Giving Representative (416) 321-2654 Planned Giving Get Rates up to10 .0% A great way to help yourself and support The Salvation Army’s work in your community Perhaps it’s time you considered a Charitable Gift Annuity with The Salvation Army. 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The value of hardwood lasts for years and years.” After being raised by a family of woodworkers, Sandra decided to take the proper schooling and apprenticeship programs that would enable her to one day fulfill her desire to open her own shop. In 1997 that dream became a reality with the opening of her loca- tion at 1019 Toy Avenue, Unit 3 off Bayly St. just east of Brock Rd. Here she offers a variety of services including veneer repairs, cabinet re- finishing and colour design. Basically, Sandra gives a profession- al look to an already built piece of furniture. New or antique, Sandra can revitalize and protect your fur- niture with a new finish. Something else you will find at Sandra’s shop is a commitment to providing the highest quality ser- vice to her customers at the best price possible. Her no-nonsense honest approach towards customer service has earned her a solid repu- tation with all her customers, both the general public and with compa- nies who contract work out to her. 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Unit C, Ajax, ON, L1S 2C9 (905) 619-2899 Protect your car from harsh winter weather with: • RUSTPROOFING • UNDERCOATING • OIL SPRAY Are you having technical difficulties? Call an experienced mobile technician for in home service I can help you with all your computer requirements ATTENTION COMPUTER OWNERS! Call Paul Downey (905) 420-1600 ForeSight Computer Services 15 Years Experience...Reasonable Rates... Satisfaction Guaranteed! Free Initial Consultat i o n P PAGE 18 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, March 4, 2001 The time? Thirty-five years ago at the Imperial Hotel in Tokyo. I was totally relaxed in the hotel spa as a Japanese girl massaged my back. But while working on my neck she suddenly struck the side of my head. I’ll never know why. I had not been indiscreet. But her sudden jab caused pain in the cervical spine. And years later I still suffer from intermittent neck pain. Sir William Osler, one of North America’s most famous physicians, was right. He said a doctor never tru- ly knows a disease well until he ex- periences it. So let me pass along some tips on when neck pain is seri- ous and when it isn’t and the best treatment for it. Our maker intended that our heads should sit well-balanced on the neck. But this is rarely the case. Some people are born with long necks. Others with heads that lean too far forward. And today we often hold our heads forward for hours looking at computer screens or lean- ing over a steering wheel. This anatomical displacement causes constant neck strain. And over many years may result in chronic neck pain. But what about neck pain that strikes suddenly? And you’ve never seen a Japanese masseuse? Never- theless, on wakening there’s no posi- tion that decreases the pain. The most likely cause of this dis- comfort is muscle spasm. In this case the pain usually, mysteriously, disap- pears in a few days for no apparent reason. But on other occasions neck pain means more than just a sore neck. Aging is dangerous for the neck as for other parts of the body. And as we age the spinal disks, shock-absorbers between the bony vertebra, develop wear and tear. Like an automobile tire that sud- denly blows, the disk ruptures. But it’s not air that leaks out. In this case it’s the inner gelatinous material that protrudes through the disk’s tough covering. This causes pressure on a cervical nerve and often severe pain. Unless you’re very lucky it won’t re- solve in a few days. How much pain occurs depends on the extent of the “blowout.” If it’s a major one the pain is accompanied by tingling of the shoulder, arm, hand or fingers. There may be numb- ness of these areas or a weakness, or an inability to move the arm or leg. Less frequently, neck pain is due to more serious problems. Heart dis- ease may result in referred pain to the neck. If the pain occurs while eating this may be due to disease in the esophagus (food pipe). And if it is accompanied by weight loss and fever a malignancy may be present. Usually there’s no need to run to the doctor for neck pain that lasts just a few days or a week or two. But if the pain increases, or if there’s weak- ness of the arm or leg see the doctor immediately. For the first few days the applica- tion of heat and cold pro- vides some relief of pain. The best way to apply cold is to buy a package of frozen peas. This wraps easily around the neck as the package thaws. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as Aspirin, ibuprofen or naproxen sodium help to reduce in- flammation and decrease pain. A physiotherapist can help the discomfort by using ultrasound which acts as a localized anti-inflam- matory agent at low doses. To ease the current pain and to prevent future pain neck exercises are helpful. And what most people need to correct is the “protruded head posture.” The best way to ac- complish this is by “chin-tucking.” Standing straight and tucking in the chin helps to correct the extended head. This relieves strain on the mus- cles, tendons and the shock ab- sorbers between the vertebra. There are some “don’ts.” Try not to sleep on your stomach which forces the head sideways. Lying in bed reading with two pillows also causes strain on the neck muscles. And sleep with only one pillow. NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 4, 2001 PAGE 19 P Read up online! Click on us at www.durhamnews.net I’ll never know why that girl struck me Health &FITNESS NEWS ADVERTISER March 4, 2001 The Doctor Game W. Gifford-Jones M.D.Recycle me!4 DAY ONLY SALE WHEELS - WED. MARCH 7 Watch For GUS BROWN PONTIAC LTD. 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On Thursday, the com- pany announced its North American overall produc- tion for the second quarter will be an estimated 1.3- million vehicles. That’s up from the 1.2 million vehicles for the first quarter but down 17 per cent from the second quar- ter of 2000, said GM of Canada spokesman Faye Roberts. That’s broken down into 582,000 cars and 718,000 trucks, compared with 780,000 cars and 781,000 trucks in the second quarter of 2000. There’s no word yet as to how that production goal will impact on workers at Oshawa’s car and truck plants, Ms. Roberts said. The production numbers will be discussed at regular meetings and a decision made then, she said. The number also was not broken down between Canada and the United States, she added. GM workers in Oshawa have experienced either temporary layoffs or a can- cellation of overtime in the first quarter of 2001 as the company reacted to slump- ing sales by cutting inven- tory and production. More layoffs have been rumoured for the second quarter. A/P PAGE 20 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 4, 2001 GM production for second quarter will be down Healthy eating is on the menu at a series of seminars in Pickering this month. The Durham Region Health Department is run- ning a free, four-week pro- gram, ‘Healthy Eating...Make It happen!’, at the Pickering Loblaw’s store (upstairs) every Tues- day afternoon throughout March. A public health nurse will lead the seminars and offer tips on how to lower fat in your diet, how to better understand food la- bels, as well as provide in- formation from Canada’s Food Guide. Dates for the seminars are March 6, 13, 20 and 27 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. each day. Those inter- ested in attending the semi- nars can register at the cus- tomer service desk at Loblaw’s, 1792 Liverpool Rd., by March 5. Space is limited, so register early. Healthy eating topic of Pickering seminars THE C OMMUNITY FOUNDATION O F DURHAM R EGION 74 Simcoe Street, South, Oshawa L1H 4G6 1-888-230-0333 www.cfdr.on.ca Mary Lofthouse, Chairman and Jean Keane Vice Chairman of Lofthouse Brass present a cheque to Cheryl MacLeod, Executive Director of Hospice Durham from the fund established to honour their parents “The George & Jean Lofthouse Brass Fund”. Also in the photograph is Catherine Tunney, Chairman of The Foundation. The George And Jean Lofthouse Fund: Lofthouse Brass Inc. is a well-known company from Whitby, established by George Lofthouse and specializing is custom brass fittings. The Fund has been set up by Mary Lofthouse and Jean Keane to honour the memory of their parents. “Our parents were both very active in every aspect of their community and have set a wonderful example for the rest of us”, said Mary and Jean at the signing of the Fund Agreement. This Fund will be focused on the health care field in Durham. Mr. Don Welch, President & Owner of Pebblestone Multi Services Inc., presents a cheque from the Pebblestone Multi Services Fund to Sandra McCormack, Executive Director of “The Denise House”. Pebblestone Multi-Services Inc. Fund Pebblestone Multi-Services Inc. is a waste management company located in Whitby specializing in waste handling and related transportation services. Pebblestone established a Fund with The Foundation recognizing the win-win situation it created with their continued growth. The owners and staff were concerned that they had limited time to spend on charitable causes, yet they wanted to continue supporting the community. By establishing this Fund they will be able to continue to give back to the community which has supported their business without jeopardizing the company’s commitment to its customers. This Fund will support shelters for women and children in Durham. The Endowment Fund for Ontario’s Children & Youth Rotary Club Of Whitby Sunrise Nick Sorichetti Memorial Fund Garritano Bros Fund The Evelyn Burden Music Bursary The Lake Ontario Chapter Of Professional Engineers Ontario Clarington Fund Amanda Sarah Heron Fund The Lafarga Family Fund The F.W. Kitchen Family Trust Fund Community Fund & Operating Endowment F.I.L.M. Fund You can make a donation to any of the funds at any time, or start your own fund - contact us at1-888-230-0333. Mr. Jim Witty, Owner/President of Witty Insurance awarded a scholarship to Jamie MacKay to attend Durham College Environmental Studies. Jim Witty Endowment Fund: Jim Witty spent seventeen years in elected office. He served as a Regional Councillor, Mayor of Ajax and Chairman of the Region of Durham. During his many years of service, Jim Witty founded and supported many charity events that have made the community a better one. Jim returned to private life in December 1997 and a dinner was held February 1998 to celebrate his retirement. The Jim Witty Endowment Fund was created with the money raised at the event. Annually, a scholarship will be awarded to a student from Ajax who is continuing to post secondary education. 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Limited Sp a c e Still Availa b l e March Break “Kamps for Kids” March 12 to 16/01 8:30am to 4:00pm Fun & Activity Camps Activities include arts & crafts, sports, computers, drama and theme days 5 Locations across the Durham Region Call 905-436-3211 or 1-800-408-9619 Another Great Program Durham Continuing Education The Region’s works de- partment is launching a three-month pilot study in an attempt to monitor energy use and reduce costs at Durham’s water supply and sewage treatment plants with the help of computer soft- ware. Durham is implementing the NextDay Manager Soft- ware, an Internet-based ener- gy management and control solution, at 11 local facili- ties. “Durham Region is look- ing for savings opportunities in both conservation mea- sures and operational changes,” said Lloyd Mur- ray, technical support man- ager for the Region’s works department. “Accurate and current information provided by NextDay Energy Manag- er software will allow us to look for opportunities to re- duce both the energy needs and our costs.” The Region’s water sup- ply plants use energy to process and purify lake wa- ter through screening, chem- ical treatment, filtration and disinfection before transfer- ring it through a distribution system to roughly 122,000 residential, commercial, in- dustrial and municipal cus- tomers. “E2MS NextDay Energy Manager will provide Durham Region’s works de- partment with analyses of its facilities’ daily energy con- sumption,” states a news re- lease from the Whitby-based software company, noting the software can create a va- riety of energy management reports to analyse energy use daily, weekly or monthly. “The pilot project will en- able the works department to better understand its energy usage patterns, verify the ac- curacy of utility bills and de- velop a stronger position from which to negotiate bet- ter prices from energy sup- pliers which could result in a combined cost savings of be- tween five and 10 per cent of the Region’s annual energy bill.” Mr. Murray expects the pilot study will begin within the next month. NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 4, 2001 PAGE 21 A/P New software leaves Durham Region with more energy Administrative professionals meet Monday The Durham chapter of the Interna- tional Association of Administrative Professionals holds its monthly meet- ing March 5. It takes place in the Durham Re- gion Social Services boardroom at 850 King St. W. in Oshawa at 7 p.m. (corner of King and Thornton, Sony Store plaza). Attendees should park in the lower lot closest to the north end of the building. This month’s guest speaker is Bon- nie Porter whose topic is, ‘What are you carrying in your (mental) back- pack?’ For more information call Heather Globe at (905) 668-5851 or Rosa Pe- dretti at (905) 432-2063. LOOK for your FLYER in TODAY’S PAPER NOW OPENNOW OPEN 24 Hours Pickering Coin Car Wash All New Equipment West of Liverpool, Runs South from Bayly on St. Dennis Bay Ridges Plaza (at the rear of Price Choppers) Casey’s Bar & Grill continued its incessant journey of opening new locations across Canada over the winter. This time the contours on the map pointed to Ajax, Ont., where His Worship Mayor Steve Parish was on hand to officially open the community’s first Casey’s Bar & Grill at their grand opening celebration on February 6, 2001. The new location at 36 Kingston Road East at Durham Centre is the 27th Casey’s restaurant to open in Ontario and 33rd in Canada since the original Sudbury, Ont. location opened in 1979. And the Ajax store promises to flourish much the same as that original location. Owned by husband and wife team, Emanuel and Vickie Camara, the couple brings a wealth of experience in the restaurant industry to the new location. The Camara’s, who have been part of the community since 1983, also operate an East Side Mario’s in Ajax and another in Bowmanville, Ont. “The support we have received at our East Side Mario’s location from the Ajax community has been tremendous,” said the Camara’s. “We have learned a great deal through owning that franchise and have a strong understanding of what our guests are looking for to enjoy a casual dining experience. We will adopt this knowledge to Casey’s and ensure our guests receive top-notch service. We look forward to welcoming the entire community to our new store.” In addition to bringing a warm and friendly neighborhood restaurant to Ajax, the Camara’s have also played a large role in supporting community groups like Ajax Pickering Hospital. As part of its grand opening celebrations, the Camara’s and their staff at Casey’s Durham Centre presented a cheque for $1,000 to Shirley Freek, executive director, Ajax Pickering Hospital. But, like all Casey’s restaurants, the Ajax franchise will also adopt the original recipe that has kept the concept apart from competitors - an equal mixture of good food, good value and good times. And, while Casey’s success lies in sticking to that basic recipe, it is their ability to recognize and accommodate changing times and tastes that has been instrumental to the restaurant’s success. The new Ajax location is the 6th store in Canada to don the new design that features an eye- catching exterior, hardwood flooring throughout the restaurant, a copper-topped bar, a large open patio for summer and a fireplace that’s sure to be a hit on cozy winter evenings. To learn more about the new Casey’s Bar & Grill in Ajax, please call 905-619-9048 or visit us at www.caseysbarandgrill.com on the Internet. CASEY’S BAR & GRILL CUTS THE RIBBON IN AJAX Mayor Steve Parish helps Vickie and Emanuel Camara and other special guests from the town of Ajax official- ly cut the ribbon to the opening of the Camara’s new Casey’s Bar & Grill restaurant in Ajax February 6, 2001. Mayor Parish was on-hand to welcome Casey’s to Ajax and congratulates the Camara’s, who have been a part of the community since 1983. Vickie and Emanuel Camara, owners of Ajax’s new Casey’s Bar & Grill, present Shirley Freek, execu- tive director, Ajax Pickering Hospital, with a cheque for $1,000 at the restaurants’grand opening celebra- tions. The Camara’s have been huge supporters of local charities in the past by donating funds from their East Side Mario’s location in Ajax and Bowmanville. N ame D ropping NEWS ADVERTISER MARCH 4, 2001 A/P PAGE 22 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 4, 2001 Birthday For a Toronto Maple Leafs fan, Feb. 26 was a big day. Happy first birthday wishes went to Andrew Lievaart, with love from cousins Christina and Courtney. Engagement Deborah and Paul Armitage of Ajax are pleased to announce the en- gagement of their daughter Jennifer Lynn to Christo- pher Scott Anderson, son of Annabel and Jim Anderson of Oshawa. The wedding will take place on June 9 at Cullen Gardens in Whitby. “We wish them both a happy future together.” Birthday “Happy birthday wishes to our dear grand- daughter Jessica Lynne, as she turned four on Feb. 27. You are growing up so quickly and you are a joy to us. Love Opa and Grandma Morgenroth.” Birthday March 3 was a special day for Krystal Papa, because she turned seven. “Happy birthday Krystal. We love you! From Mom and Dad.” Birthday Look who’s turning five! It’s Ryan Brillinger and he celebrates his birth- day March 4 with a big party. “Happy birthday big guy.” Love from Mom, Dad, Carly, Kerri and Carmel. Birthday There were happy birth- day wishes for a smiling lit- tle man March 2. Justin Groff turned one and there were big hugs and lots of love from Mommy, Daddy, Tyler, family and friends. 40th Birthday Here’s a special birthday mes- sage to Rick Kluhspies,who turned the ‘big four-oh’ on Feb. 27. Lots of love and best wishes from Jan and Megan. Birthday Happy birth- day to “our hockey super- star”Nicholas Sribny, as he turned two on Feb. 16. Lots of love and kisses from Mommy, Daddy, Cas- sandra and Alexia, family and friends. “Go Leafs go!” Birthday It’s an even dozen for Mag- ara Ruhinda. On Feb. 27, Ma- gara turned 12 and wishing him a happy birthday with lots of love were Dad, Mom and Na- mara. Birthday Someone in the Ford house- hold turned four on Feb. 23. Happy birthday to “our precious son”Kyle. “We love you. Love Mommy, Daddy, brother Shawn, Nanny and Poppy.” Birthday A little cutie with a big smile turns one on March 4. Happy first birth- day to MacKen- zie, with love, hugs and kisses from Mom, Dad and Bryce. Birthday March 5 is a special day this year for Richard Ayotte. He’ll turn 75. “Happy birthday wishes to you Grampa. Love from your wife Margaret, all the kids, the many grandchildren, soon to be great- grandson, and all the friends you’ve made along the way.” Birthday “But when does he turn one? Born Feb. 29, 2000, An- drew’s official birthday remains a mystery. Proud brother David turned three on Feb. 27. Best friends in the making. Hugs, kisses and warm birthday wishes to our much loved boys, from proud parents Joyce and Derek Hammond.” Birthday “My handsome little man,”Se- bastian Zach, celebrated his fifth birthday on Feb. 22. “Every year that passes brings tears to my eyes, tears of joy, as I watch you grow into a little man. We are so proud of you and love you more and more every day. We thank God every day for blessing us with a happy and healthy son. Love you forever,Mommy, Daddy, Non- nas and Nonnos, your aunts, uncles and cousins.” Engagement Midge and Phil Exley,of Ajax, are pleased to an- nounce the engagement of their daughter Rebecca Exley to David Bruns, son of Rita and Jody Bruns,of St. Louis, Mo. The couple were engaged in Boston on Dec. 30. The wedding will take place at Parkwood Estate in Oshawa on Sept. 1, 2001. The couple will live in New Hampshire. Birthday “Happy 12th birthday to Bryant Lyons on Feb. 27. Love from Mom, Dad, Scott, Jeff, Jessica and Amanda.” Birthday Sweet, lovable girl,Shaniqua Meikle, turned five on Feb. 25. Happy birthday wishes, hugs and lots of love “to our darling” from Mom, Dad, sisters Paulysha and Chauntae. “May you be blessed with as much happiness and joy that you’ve brought into the Meikle household.” Birthday Feb. 27 was a special day for Cheyenne Pereira, “our double trou- ble”, as she hit double figures. “We all love you and wish you all the happiness for a very happy 10th birthday. 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The Spartans scratched and clawed their way to victory over the favoured St. Mary Catholic Sec- ondary School Monarchs in a controversial Durham Re- gion senior boys’basketball final played at Bow- manville High School. The number-two-ranked Spartans pulled ahead of the top-ranked Monarchs with just more than six minutes to go in the final quarter. They were able to withstand the Monarchs’ comeback attempts to win 68-63 and lay claim to the Durham ‘AAA’ title. The Spartans (24-3 over- all, 13-3 in Durham league play) relied on a bend-but- don’t-break defence and their prowess at the free- throw stripe to subdue the Monarchs who were in con- stant foul trouble through- out the contest. For overjoyed Spartans’ coach Everton Clennon, the victory was “icing on the cake” for his players who were jubilant after knock- ing off an old foe and earned a trip to the Ontario Federation of School Ath- letic Associations (OFSAA) championship over the March break. “I’m just so excited for the guys. They’ve worked so hard all year long. At halftime it was an uphill battle for us, but the guys dug deep. They came out and played like there was no tomorrow. It was a total team effort.” Clennon noted the key for his team was to rely on everyone on the floor for scoring and defence, which allowed the Spartans to overcome a seven-point halftime deficit and eventu- ally take control of the game down the stretch. “We just got it together (in the fourth quarter) and worked hard,” summed up Clennon. A dejected and disap- pointed St. Mary coach Mike Gordensky was less- than-pleased with the offi- ciating in the contest. He claims foul calls were heav- ily weighted on the St. Mary side of the ledger, which effectively took his team out of the game in the final quarter. Gordensky noted three St. Mary starters — Sydney Bookal, Nathan Momongan and Jermaine Reid — fouled out of the contest, and the overwhelming number of fouls called against his team kept the Monarchs in a zone defence in the final stanza, forcing them to abandon their pres- sure, man-to-man system. “I believe it was the worst officiated game I have ever seen,” said a clearly frustrated Gorden- sky after the game. “They took a good game away from our kids. My kids played hard and had a chance to win and they de- served to win. It was a joke. I don’t take anything away from Dunbarton. I don’t mind losing, but I don’t like losing that way.” Although the free-throw attempts weren’t recorded in the contest, the Spartans scored 28 points from the stripe. Meanwhile, the Monarchs only chalked up four points on free throws. A total of 24 fouls were called on St. Mary in the second half, compared to only seven on Dunbarton. Jim Lutton, president of the basketball referee’s as- sociation in Durham Re- gion, noted he wasn’t at the game and hadn’t been in touch with the referees who officiated the contest. He said, however, officials aren’t obligated to call fouls evenly on both teams. “Referees are not sup- posed to go out and call a foul on one team and the next foul has to be given to the other team. That’s not the point,” said Lutton. Lutton went on to say St. Mary, as a team that plays a pressure, man-to-man de- fensive scheme, is more prone to fouls. “I’ve seen Mike’s team and they’re going to have more fouls because they play pressure defence. They’re going to be called for more fouls because they take more chances,” he said. Kemar Munroe led the Spartans with a game-high 24 points. Mike Filinski with 15, Ryan Dow with 12 and Sachin Maharaj with 11 followed him in double figures. Mark Skerritt led the Monarchs with 21 points. A/P PAGE 24 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 4, 2001 Sports &LEISURE NEWS ADVERTISER March 4, 2001 Spartans dunk Monarchs in basketball final Dunbarton High wins 68-63 thriller for Durham senior boys’ crown PICKERING —Dun- barton High School made it two-for-two on the regional high school boys’ basket- ball scene as the junior and senior teams earned ‘AAA’ titles at the Durham finals at Bowmanville High School Thursday night. The senior Spartans de- feated city rival St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Monarchs 68-63. Mean- while, the Dunbarton junior squad hung on to defeat Ajax’s Exeter High School Falcons 55-49 in the final. “All the things we worked on during the year, the guys put it all together (in the final), said Dunbar- ton junior coach Jeff Ma- haraj. “It was pretty im- pressive.” Shane Tingling led the Spartans with a 27-point output. Mike Guanio was the top point-getter for the Fal- cons with 13. ANDREW IWANOWSKI/ News Advertiser photo Dunbarton High School Spartans’Nathan Graham (4), Ryan Dow (20) and Mike Filinski celebrate with coach Everton Clennon, left, after upsetting the St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Monarchs 68-63 in the Durham Region senior boys’ basketball final at Bow- manville High School Thursday night. Dunbarton edges Ajax’s Exeter High Spartans juniors also secure Durham title 4 DAY ONLY SALE WHEELS - WED. MARCH 7 Watch For GUS BROWN PONTIAC LTD. SOSHAWA SKI CLUB OSHAWA SKI CLUBOSHAWASKI CLUB NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 4, 2001 PAGE 25 A/P Clarington tourney hit by Avalanche Durham West atom girls win four straight on way to title The Durham West Avalanche Victory Fire Equipment girls’ atom house league team captured the championship in the atom ‘A’ division at the Claring- ton Girls House League Tournament Feb. 23 and 24. The final featured a rematch of an earlier tournament game between Durham West and Whitby and was an- other close contest, with the Lightning posting a 5-3 victory. Durham West held tight to a narrow 4-3 lead with 40 sec- onds remaining in the game when tour- nament most valuable player Kaitlyn Young added an insurance marker — her third goal of the game. Game MVP Cassie Melnike scored the other two in the final. Durham West also received gutsy defensive play by Caleigh Campbell and Melissa Nakasu- ji and solid goaltending by Cailey Mc- Callum. The atoms got off to a sizzling start to the tourney, beating Clarington 11-1 in Game 1. Young led the scoring pa- rade with a hat trick, while Melnike, Maia Kirk and the game’s most valu- able player Leanne Tilley each added a pair. Jenny Robertson and Kate Walkom, with her first goal ever, notched singles. Game 2 against Whitby proved to be a tougher matchup with the Lightning earning a 2-0 win. Young’s second goal of the game came with less than two minutes to play. McCallum played well to post the shutout and earn game MVP honours. Game 3 against the DWGHA Mighty Ducks ended in a 6-1 victory for the Avalanche. Game MVP Samantha Switzer connected for a hat trick, while Melnike, Walkom and Mairi Hurash, with her first-ever goal, also scored. Other players were Michelle Lover- ing, Caitlyn Kernaghan, Kristen McMillan, Samantha Gordon, Julie An- tunovic, Amanda Fardy and Paula Mason. The team is coached by Rod Camp- bell, Mike Thompson and Jana Wells. The Durham West Avalanche atom girls’house league hockey team skated to the championship title at the re- cent Clarington Girls House League Tournament. Durham West downed a determined Whitby squad in the final. The Durham West Lightning atom III girls’ hockey team took home the atom ‘B’ championship banner and trophy from their own tournament last weekend by avenging an earlier loss to Port Hope. The Lightning faced Port Hope in the ‘B’ final of the seventh annual Durham West Girls’ Hockey Associa- tion Tournament, pulling out an excit- ing 2-1 victory to earn the tourney title. Durham drew first blood early in the contest when Rebecca Van Gijn scored off an assist from Kathleen Crandles. Port Hope answered back with one midway through the opening frame. Joanna Black scored the win- ner, assisted by Stephanie Michalicka. Lightning goal- tender Jessica Rankin and her Port Hope counterpart turned away scoring oppor- tunities time after time. At the 6:08 mark of the third period, the referee called a five-minute major penalty and game misconduct on a Lightning player for bodychecking. The Lightning were able to kill off the five-minute penalty and hang on for the victory. Rankin was the clear winner of the final’s most valuable player honour. “Jessica kept us in the game. She was amazing,” said Lightning coach Gary Akai. Opening up the tournament against Port Hope, the atoms were foiled 5-3. Meaghan Stoneburgh, Black and Crandles scored for Durham West, with assists to Stoneburgh, Black,Van Gijn and Cassandra Abels. After the opening loss, the Light- ning never looked back, rolling to wins over Mississauga 6-0, Kitchener 5-0 and Whitby 3-0 to close off round-robin play. Black scored five times, including a hat trick in the Mis- sissauga game. Crandles picked up three goals, Victoria Smith and Stoneburgh each earned two, and Michalicka and Morgan Gerrie added one apiece. Carly Black, Danielle Douglas, Lee Ann Murphy, Nikki and Tasha Akai, Tracy Kish and Amy Johnson are also on the team. Durham West atom IIIs win own tourney crownPanthers whip playoff foes PICKERING ––Pickering Panthers minor atom ‘A’ hockey team won two straight games during recent playoff action. The Panthers were on the road in most recent action, dumping Peterborough 9- 3. Scoring were Dylan McDon- ald and Andrew McCann with two each and Patrick Farren, Brook Verboom, Ryan Lee, Cole Watkins and Sean Pavlidis. Assisting were Spencer Ether- ington, Josh Billinger, and Cole Watkins with two each and Adam Fin- layson, Eddie Smith, Jacob Turi, Graham Long and Ryan Lee with one. Andrew Monaco supplied strong goaltending for the win. In other ac- tion, Pickering defeated Whitby 6-2. Scoring for the Panthers was Pavlidis and Long with two each and Mark Johnson and Watkins had sin- gles. Watkins, Lee, Michael Gilbert, and Mc- Cann had the helpers. Goal- tender Jeff Forg- eron played an excellent game. The atom Panthers are coached by Dale Lee. in theGARAGE DOORS Dan Hill CREASE in the SENIOR WRITER FOR THE HOCKEY NEWS MIKE BROPHY BODY & MECHANICAL AUTOMOBILES INC. 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The bottom line: He can’t be trusted. Where is the Lindros camp and can I send my kids there this summer? If the season had ended Feb. 25, four of the Original Six teams - Boston, New York, Montreal and Chicago - would not have qualified for the playoffs. If the Leafs go into the playoffs with their current defense, they’ll lose in the first round. If the Florida Panthers make it to the playoffs, they should double Pavel Bure’s salary. He’s single-handedly carrying the team. Do you think the Chicago Blackhawks need a No. 1 centre? Here were their top four against Toronto Feb. 25: Chris Herpenger, Michael Nylander, Reto Von Arx and Aaron Downey. Yikes! Hard to believe Montreal GM Andre Savard couldn’t get more for Eric Weinrich than Patrick Traverse. Doug Weight is a great player who will command in the neighborhood of $7 million in arbitration next summer, but he had just 17 goals through Edmonton’s first 62 games. That’s not many. Pittsburgh’s Alexei Koralev had three hat tricks in the month of February and with 39 goals, had already eclipsed his single-season high of 26 set last year. Chris Pronger remains the best two- way defenseman in the NHL. He returned from knee surgery and had a goal, two assists in a 3-2 win over Boston. Regardless, it’s hard to imagine the Blues winning the Cup with Roman Turke in net. Coach of the year might be Ron Wilson with Washington. He does more with less. The time has never been more ripe for Toronto’s Mats Sundin to stand up and count himself as a leader. The big centre averages less than a point per game, but could add to his value by being more consistent against the top teams. Dominik Hasek is getting hot at the right time of the season. Now if only the Sabres can sign or trade Michael Peca, they might have a shot at a decent playoff run. Who will play goal for the Americans at the Olympics, Guy Hebert? Rick DiPietro? (Mike Brophy is senior writer for The Hockey News). 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For immediate consideration, please fax your resume to: (905) 668-6259 or email to: rgill@mcnairnpackaging.com. Otherwise, you can mail your resume to: Human Resources Manager McNairn Packaging 125 Consumers Drive, Whitby, Ontario L1N 1C4 www.mcnairnpackaging.com 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. 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. 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New grads with enthu- siasm 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. Com- pany 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. GREAT STUDENT JOB. Part-time hours now, full-time in summer. Training provided. Call Randy (905)426-1103. HAIRSTYLIST required, full/ part-time with experience for Joseph's Hairstyling, Oshawa Centre. Apply in person, or phone 723–9251, ask for Joe. HELP WANTED !!!Call Nancy at (905) 686-2442. 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. HOMEWORKERS NEEDED! To assemble our products. Free information. Send SASE to: Kraft, #8-7777 Keele St., Dept. 7, Concord, ON L4K 1Y7 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. KITCHEN SUPERVISOR & line cooks, full & part time. Apply at Shoeless Joe's, 843 King St. W. Oshawa. ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for construction and main- tenance, lead hands, labourers, etc. Serious hard workers need only apply. Please leave message (705)277–2902 ask for Tammy. LANDSCAPE LEAD HANDS & Senior Fore Person required 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 PENTAGON SECURITY is now accepting applications for the following position: Stationary Guards, mobile canine units. Applicants must have Grade 10 and reliable transportation. Willing to train. Apply in person to: 201 White Oaks Crt., Whitby Ont. Monday-Thursday 9a.m-12 Noon or Fax to: (905)665-0102. PEOPLE needed for customer service/sales type work. Work from home. 416-376-7989. PRIMERICA. We will put you in business . . . In one of the largest industries in the world. You can work your own hours at your own pace and be your own boss. Wide-open growth potential. Call John Formosa 436-8499. PROGRESSIVE SALON in Courtice, is seeking part time stylist and a full-time esthetician. Salary plus commission, bene- fits. Call (905)721-9810. SEAMSTRESS/TAILOR, experi- ence necessary, full time/part time positions in Pickering and Oshawa. Fluency in English is required. Please call (905) 721- 0669. SHINGLERS plus laborers needed. Experienced only. Will train laborers. Own truck and tools an asset, but not necessary. Phone John or leave message (905) 668– 9817 SUBWAY WHITBY - 75 Con- sumers Dr. has opening for full time evenings plus open- ings for part time evenings and weekends. Apply in store daily 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. TELEMARKETERS needed. No experience necessary. Full training 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 ta- bles for sale. 8 - 4 1/2 x 9 tournament Dufferin pool ta- bles, 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 mahoga- ny snooker table, includes table, 2 x 4 mahogany snook- er lite, cue racks, score board and cues, $4,000. All tables are in excellent condition. All mahogany. Will sell individu- ally or all above, $20,000 firm. Delivery setup and felt not in- cluded. Call (905) 430–9165 lst come, lst serve basis. WANTED: Short Order cook, waitstaff, and door person for exotic dance club. Apply in person 947 Dillingham Rd. or for more information call (905)420–2595. JIFFY LUBE now hiring Lubri- cation Technicians with ex- cellent 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 inter- view will be conducted. WORK AT HOME Health In- dustry $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 sharing, guaranteed salary/ commission, hiring bonus from $100 - $350, dept. store discounts. Call Cheryl (905) 723-7323. Office Help120 EXPANDING PRACTICE re- quires Full-time Medical Sec- retary. 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. Per- sonal injury and family law. MUST have 2-3 years experi- ence. Professional and detail- oriented. Word Perfect 7, Di- vorcemate, Amicus Attorney. Please fax resume with list of references attached to (905) 623-8336 before March 7th, 2001. Reference: Litigation Position LEGAL SECRETARY/CLOSING SPECIALIST - to grow with our modern Port Perry Office based closing team, deliver- ing best total value in residen- tial real estate law. This inter- mediate position focuses on cre- ation of documents and closings. We offer competitive salary, ben- efits and advancement opportu- nities. Email resume to: Lynn at reachus@hometitleservice.com or fax to (905)985-3758. NEW HOME construction office requires full time Bookkeeper/ administrative Assistant. Know- ledge of new home construction and computer experience requir- ed. Forward resume and refer- ences to: File #660, Oshawa This Week, P.0. Box 481, Oshawa, Ontario. LlH 7L5 Sales Help / Agents130 DE BOER'S DESIGN/SALES. De Boer's furniture in Pickering is seeking an enthusiastic profes- sional with sales skills & Interior Design background. This person should be Sales Motivated with the ability to communicate effec- tively and prepare design pro- posals for our clients. Call Joanne (905)683–9660 for appointment, or fax resume to (905)683–9908. INTERNET ADVERTISING Sales Representatives required for the Durham area. Work from home. Call Karri (905) 435-6672. MATURE reliable sales person, Lynda's Love, Lace and Lingerie. 4 day work week. 1261 Bayly St., Pickering, 905-831-5702. 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 ex- perience in car parts. Also re- quired Driver, G license, must have knowledge of GTA and good driving record. Drop off/fax resume: ABE AUTO WRECKERS, fax (905)697- 8118, phone (905)623–5756 SUCCESSFUL,expanding window and door company is planning to enlarge its sales force in your residential area. We are seeking highly moti- vated and experienced sales- people. Generous commis- sions. Call Andrey (416) 667- 1444. Skilled Help135 CONSTRUCTION SUPER- VISOR required for bridge construction throughout the province of Ontario. Concrete Formwork experience is a re- quirement for this position. Candidates are also required to be familiar with OPS and MTO Specifications. Please send resume to P.O. Box 700, Stratford, Ontario. N5A 6V8 or fax to: (519)271-6461. 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 re- quired for one of Canada's leading manufacturers of sawmill machinery. Experi- ence required in servicing and troubleshooting Allen Bradley PLC systems, both in-house and on-site. Some traveling required. If you are a licensed electrician with related ex- perience send resume in con- fidence to: T.S. Manufacturing, Box 487, Lindsay, Ont., K9V 4S5. Attn: Gloria. Fax 705- 324-6482. No phone calls. E- mail gloriaf@tsman.com. RIBO LICENSED CSR with ex- perience needed to manage our book of business and help with others. Basic computer skills are a must. Please fax resume to SurNet Insurance Group. (905)433-5012. TOOLMAKERs-Lead Hand. Capable of completing tool build on small to mid -size progressive dies. $30.00 @ hour plus benefits to qualified applicants. Apply to File # 659, 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 Hospital Medical Dental150 DENTAL Receptionist/Assistant required for one year maternity leave. Knowledge of recalls, bank deposits and scheduling appointments. Experience only. Hours Mon. - Thurs. 8-5:30 pm. Please call 905-831-7566 EXPERIENCED CERTIFIED Dental Assistant required full time for busy Whitby office. Reply to fax # 905-668-7295 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. MASSAGE THERAPIST required for busy clinic, full-time evenings and Saturdays. Deliver resume in person to: Lakeridge Wellness, 580 King St. W., Suite 1, Oshawa NURSES AND/OR Health Pro- fessionals, does a home- based business in comple- mentary/alternative medicine with clinically proven formu- las +$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 Dental Receptionist -Wanted for busy dental office. Evenings and weekends in- cluded. Dental and Computer skills an asset. Previous ap- plicants need not apply. Apply in person with resume. Source One Dental 555 Sim- coe St. S in Oshawa. DENTAL HYGIENIST - Picker- ing. Please Call Joanne at (905) 420–4808 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 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 FORKLIFT MECHANIC Road & Shop Min. 5 yrs exp. LPG, Gas, Diesel, Electric an asset. Own tools required. Serving Durham and surrounding area. Fax resume: 905-427-8764 HARWOOD/401 Several Positions available with leading Canadian Publisher. Salary & Bonus. Full-time & Part-time positions. (905) 426-4246 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. THE NEWS ADVERTISER is looking for prospects to deliver newspapers and flyers to the following areas ✰✰✰✰✰✰✰ AJAX Burcher Rd. Billingsgate Cres. Thorncroft Cres. Tulloch Cres. Emperor St. Plumridge Crt. Clover Ridge. E. Cowling Cres. Crawford Dr. Gates Cres. Hewitt Cres. Cluett Dr. Rollo Dr. Leach Dr. Barrett Cres. Hendley Dr. Radford Dr. Fisher Cres. Reed Dr. Wright Cres. Meckings Dr. Mapson Cres. Mantell Ave. Pollard Cres. Todd Rd. Beatty Rd. Durham St. Cedar St. Kent St. Elgin St. Knapton Ave. Hibbins Ave. Bowles Dr. ✰✰✰✰✰✰✰ FOR FURTHER INFORMATION 905-683-5117 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 4, 2001-PAGE 27 Expanding Industrial Air-Pollution control company located in Pickering is looking to fill the following positions: Warehouse Maintenance Worker - Duties include shipping, receiving and general maintenance. Experience with mechanical product assembly would be an asset. Experienced Customer Service/ Order Desk Representative - must be detail oriented and able to work in a fast paced environment with minimum supervision. Experience in all Microsoft applications required. Please fax resume to (905)831-7443 HIRING IMMEDIATELY We are expanding ! We need 6 outgoing, energetic people with good communication skills. No experience necessary Training is provided Call Monday 9 a.m . - 2 p.m. (905)426-1322 King Richard's Pub NOW HIRING • Waitress/Waiter with min. 2 yrs. exp. • Short Order Cook • Flexible hrs. Please apply in person with resume: (905) 831-3469 FULL TIME $16.36 PER HOUR Whitby distribution company seeks 16 hardworking individuals to start imme- diately. Job entails labour delivery and setup. Overtime available. Must have own vehicle and able to lift 22 lbs. For interview Call Mon - Tues only (905) 720-1507 THE NEWS ADVERTISER is looking for prospects to deliver newspapers and flyers to the following areas ✰✰✰✰✰✰✰ PICKERING Amberlea Rd. Graceland Crt. Nipising Crt Napanee Rd. Otonabee Dr. Seguin Sq. Rosebank Rd. N Thicket Cr. Treetop Cr. Strouds ln. Autumn Cres. Sandcherry Crt. Denvale Dr. Copley St. Arcadia Sq. Rosefield Rd. 1580 Kingston Rd. Lodge Rd. Fieldlight Blvd Hollyhedge Dr. Theoden Crt. Denby Dr. Duberry Dr.. McBrady Cres. Dellbrook Ave. Blueridge Cres. Major Oaks Rd. Rougemount Dr. Toynvale Rd. Oakwood Dr. McLeod Cres. Dahlia Cres. Dyson Rd. Rosebank Rd. S. Woodgrainge Ave. Grenoble Blvd. Antonio St. Bem Ave. Modlin Rd. Krosno Blvd. Fawndale Rd. Dyson Rd. Victory Dr. Marksbury Rd. Hoover Dr. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ FOR FURTHER INFORMATION 905-683-5117 PROPERTY MANAGER Durham Region's fastest growing condominium specialist is seeking a dynamic individual for the position of Property Manger. The successful candidate must have excellent communication skills, sound knowledge of the Condominium Act, and a minimum of three years experience in property management. Please send resume & salary expectations, in confidence to : Newton-Trelawney Management Services 95 Bayly Street West Ste.#03 Ajax, Ontario, L1S 7K8 SIGN INSTALLERS Will train suitable Candidates Experience preferred 4 Week project - Month of April Night time work - Mostly interior Some travel required Call 1-800-721-8801 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 UNEMPLOYED?????????? Are you 16 - 24 yrs., not in school/work, not eligible for EI? CALL JOB CONNECT TODAY Oshawa 905-579-8482 Bow. 905-623-6814 Ajax 905-427-8165 Bring in this Ad to your appointment and receive a free gift pack valued at $20. Hurry only while quantities last!! All services are FREE!!! 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" 120 Office Help 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 130 Sales Help/Agents 120 Office Help 120 Office Help 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) 831–9845/46 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help 110 General Help 130 Sales Help/Agents 150 Hospital Medical Dental 150 Hospital Medical Dental Financial Assistance may be available to those who qualify Pickering Campus 1450 Kingston Rd. Pickering (905) 420-1344 Train for a rewarding career as a Accounting & Payroll Administrator Training includes: • Internet Communications • Professional Skills • Bookkeeping & Financial Accounting Levels 1 & 2 • Intermediate Accounting • Database Management • Introduction to Payroll • Intermediate Payroll • Computerized Accounting • Word Processing - Level 1 • Spreadsheets Levels 1 & 2 Call now for class information. Seats are limited! 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 WE’RE EXPANDING And Tanning Centre We are now seeking multi-level managers and experienced hair stylists for our new location in Whitby. Also available F/T & P/T hair stylists positions in Ajax, Oshawa and Bowmanville. Call Louie (416) 431-9084 or 1-800-618-9684 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. PREVENTIVE DENTAL Assistant for Orthodontic office. Computer and Othodontic experience pre- ferred. Send or drop-off resume: Dr. E. Pong, 1050 Simcoe St.N. Suite#112, Oshawa, L1G 4W5 RECEPTIONIST/ASSISTANT needed for friendly health-care office. The successful applicant will be mature, friendly, meticu- lous, and able to work individual- ly or as part of a team. Will con- sider full or part-time. Please submit resume to: Dr. R. Ginter, 676 Monarch Ave. S., Suite 10A, Ajax Ont. L1S 4S2, either in per- son or mail or fax to (905)686- 4095, or email drginter@home.com REGISTERED MASSAGE THERA- PIST,highly motived, required for Pickering clinic. If commit- ment to the customer is your first priority then fax to: (905) 427- 9147. RN FULL TIME/part-time oral surgery, good hours. HARPS helpful. Mail/drop resume to Dr. S. Fenwick, 40 King St. W., Suite 502, Oshawa, Ontario. LlH 1A4. RNS/RPNS required to complete pre-insurance paramedicals on a part time basis in the Oshawa, Whitby and surrounding areas, veinipuncture skills essential. Must have fax, answering machine, car necessary. Please fax your resume to (905) 721- 2332 to Human Resources. 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 license, refer- ences required. Competitive compensation. Call Terry 905- 472–6658 Daycare Available165 AFFORDABLE LOVING Daycare. House backs on to Glengrove P.S., a few steps away. Also on St. Anthony Daniels bus route. Large fenced backyard & play- room. Outings/crafts. Snacks/ lunch. Ages two years and up. Experienced mother of 2-Call Debbie 905-839-7237 RESPONSIBLE HOME child care, 10 yrs experience. Infants to 10 yrs. CPR. Creative play. Outdoor activities. Church/Delaney. Call Elaine 905-683-0352. ARE YOU IN NEED OF A NANNY? We have experienced Phillipino nannies from overseas. Reliable/hardworking, patient, live-in nannies. Seeking employ- er to sponsor. Call-Mother's Helper 416-496-0562 AVAILABLE - EXPERIENCED RELIABLE DAYCARE safe happy environment, smoke free, fenced yard. Any age welcome. Major Oaks/Brock area. Near Valley Farm P.S. Telephone 905- 686–8127. BABYSITTING AVAILABLE in my home, toddlers only please, experienced, loving home envi- ronment, large backyard, meals, references, White's Rd/Shepherd. Call before 12 noon 831–0015 Anna HWY 2/HARWOOD area, reliable, 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: Lov- ing daycare; 18 months to 12 years. Daily outings (fenced backyard and park). Crafts, story time, music, nutritious meals & snacks. First Aid, C.P.R. certified. Non-smoking, receipts. 905- 428-1244. 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, Infant 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 ATTENTION SMALL BUSI- NESS owners - Do you need administrative assistance one or two days per week. Experi- enced with references. Famil- iar with financial services. (905) 626-2605 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. 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 IT'S TAX TIME - If your re- ceipts and papers need or- ganizing call (905) 626-2605 between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. 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 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. BRIDAL GOWN - One of a kind Alfred Sung designer gown w/veil. Size 10. Never worn. Exquisite, must be seen. Purchased at Ritché, Toronto. Paid $1995; asking $750. Ac- cessories available. Serious inquiries only. 905-576-7076 after 6pm CARPETS SALE & HARD- WOOD FLOORING: carpet 3 rooms from $339. (30 sq. yd.) Includes: carpet, premium pad and installation. Free estimates, carpet repairs. Serving Durham and sur- rounding area. Credit Cards Accepted Call Sam 905-686- 1772. CARPETS! CARPETS!CAR- PETS! 3 ROOMS COMPLETE- LY CARPETED $299. (30 yrds.) NO HIDDEN COSTS!!! Commercial carpet at $4.95 yd. Berber carpet at $7.50 yd. 40 oz. Saxony carpet at $11.50 yd. Free shop at home servic- es. 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, get H-card run- ning again, boot loader $140, HU programming $130. Call (905)767-8571, Whitby. DIRECT TV,RCA satellite systems, (all channels open), $575 plus installation charge. HU programming $175. Boot loaders for H card $150. Tele- phone (905)426-9394. DOUBLE BOXSPRING and mattress 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 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 out- board motor, price $l,600. Telephone (905) 436–2603 LARGE CAPACITY fish aquarium & equipment and 6 exotic fish. Call weekdays 9-5pm (and have paged) D. Beer at (905)666-2596 or call evenings/weekends (905)430-7478 LUIGI'S FURNITURE - over stocked! all inventory priced to clear!! Futons from $165, mattresses $89. Still #1 for fu- ton sales - over ten different styles, always in stock. Pal- liser leather - floor models, priced to quick clearance. Simmons mattresses - our prices can't be beat. We've slashed all prices on our fu- tons, mattresses, leather and upholstery sofas and love- seats, wing chairs, recliners, etc. For the best deals in dur- ham - check us out first. Lui- gi's furniture, 488 King St. W. Oshawa (905) 436-0860. The best quality at our lowest price ever!! MOVING SALE Furniture, cof- fee +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 Howard Miller clocks.. Large selection of used pianos (Yamaha, Kawai etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental pay- ments apply. Call TELEP PIANO (905) 433-1491. www.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 surplus. www.CBLiquidators .com Central Business Liquida- tors, 568 Neal Dr., Peterborough, (705) 741-5165. OAK/PINE FURNITURE...Our Mission Furniture is on the floor...Come and see the Style that has turned the Furniture World upside down..We are also now carrying a full line of HANDCRAFTED MENNONITE FURNITURE in addition to our own lines...Traditional Wood- working is the leading manu- facturer of SOLID WOOD FURNITURE in the Durham Region...Bring your ideas/ plans and let us turn them into reality..Drop in and see our State of the Art Woodworking facility and let us show you how fine furniture is made..Remember..."There is no Substitute for Quali- ty"...Traditional Woodwork- ing...115 North Port Road (South off Reach Road), Port Perry...905-985-8774....www. traditionalwoodworking.on.ca 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 - Variety of new appliances, 5 cu. ft freezers, $199. Full manufacturers war- ranty. Reconditioned fridges $195 / up, reconditioned ranges $125/ up, reconditioned dryers $125 / up, reconditioned wash- ers $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. Reconditioned 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!Advice- always valuable, usually free! Purchasing outright, estates w/ some antique contents, (no limit to value considered), collections of any sort, quantities or single antique items. Special interest in Moorcroft pottery. I'll try to respond to all queries. Robert Bowen Antiques- Brooklin, Ontario. (905)655-8049 or (905)242-0890. 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 enjoyable craft. classes starting soon. All levels, welcome. Beginners our speciality. Seminars available. Shift workers accommodated. Call (905) 576-3947 for informa- tion Pets/Supplies/ Boarding290 CAT FREE to good home, giv- ing 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 BOUVIER DES FALNDRES beautiful, CKC reg, fawn/brin- dle, male/female, home raised pups. Champion lines $600+. CHIHUAHU, very tiny, CKC reg, male & female, $600. 905-576-4103 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 per- fect 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 NISSAN SENTRA 4-cylin- der, auomatic, good shape, runs good, reliable, very economical, starts no problem in freezing snowy weather. $1650. Certified, emissions pass 905-922-3165. 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 emis- sion 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 lit- tle rust, easily certifiable, will pass emission. $2500 obo. MUST SELL! (WOULD CONSID- ER SNOWMOBILE AS TRADE). 905-434-0392 (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. 1997 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX GT, 4 door, 53,000kms, black ext., charcoal int., extended warranty- 160,000kms / 7 yrs, asking $17,500. 905-668-7767 days; 905-438-1056 evenings 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 SAT- URN 4dr., air, low kms, $12,495. 1998 TOYOTA TER- CEL, 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 HYUN- DAI, Kingston Rd. & Church St., Pickering Village. (905)427–0111 FIND YOUR NEXT used vehi- cle at: durhamwheels.com Automobiles Wanted305 CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in running condition. Call 427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MUR- AD AUTO SALES. 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. Ask- ing $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 disappointments.........ready to ride!! Call 905-985-8811 days; 905-431-1145 eve. Apartments For Rent400 1-1/2 BDRM basement apt. Completely renovated with new appliances, carpeting. Close to 401. Gas hydro, parking incl. $675. First, last, references. No smoking. Avail. immediately. (905)837-8553 WHITBY GARDENS UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT -One and two bedroom apartments available in quiet modern, mature building. Utilities in- cluded. Laundry facilities 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. COZY,newly reno. 1 bedroom basement apt. Private entrance, laundry, parking. West Shore, Pickering. Available March 1, 2001. Asking $800/mo., 1/4 util- ities. 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. 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/smok- ing, April 1st. 905-725–2868 NORTH OSHAWA Bachelor apartment, Ritson/Rossland sep- arate entrance, kitchenette, 3 piece bathroom, walk-out to backyard, furnished, non-smok- ing, no pets, suitable 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 includ- ed. $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/BAYLY, 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, laun- dry, separate entrance. 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 , non- smoker, no pets, air, parking, separate entry, first/last $650 incl. Available April 1st. (905)420–6464 PICKERING AREA - newly reno- vated 2-bdrm basement apart- ment, 1300 sq.ft. separate entrance, 4-pc. bath, separate 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 NORTH OSHAWA Very clean one bedroom basement apt., no smok- ing/pets, parking, shared laundry, a/c, utilities included, female pre- ferred. Available March 1st, $600/mth, first & last. (905)579- 6157 or (905)725-4832 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 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 AMPS, GUITARS, Lap Steels, Effects Pedals WANTED Private (905)576–0060 ❤MOTHERLMOTHERLYY LOVELOVE❤ Reliable daycare pro- vided in the comfort of my home. ECE qualified and formerly CPR trained. Former kinder- garten teacher with 25 years experience. Nutri- tious snacks and lunches served daily. Conveniently located across from school in the John Body Area. References and receipts available. Please call (905) 837-0797 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 PAGE 28-THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 4, 2001 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net 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 VACUUM EXCAVATION EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Pickering base company seeking person experienced using Vac-con type equipment for hydro excavation. Full time position, competitive wages, benefits. Please call for an interview (905)683–8111 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 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 Sales165Daycare Available 220 Articles for Sale 220 Articles for Sale 220 Articles for Sale 400 Apartments for Rent 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 We pay up to $8 per disc! Get CASH for CDs… Bayly, w. of Harwood (905) 427-7613 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 car- ries for less than rent. OAC. 24 hrs free recorded message 905-728-1069 ext 277. Cold- well Banker RMR Real Estate. Aurelia Rasanu. COURTICE WEST, spotless, 3 bedroom, 3 washrooms, main & upper floor, $950 plus 2/3 utilities, no-pets, double ga- rage, avail. now. first/last/ref- erences, 905-666–1168. HOUSE FOR RENT, 3 bed- rooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, living and diningroom, Sim- coe/Bloor Oshawa area. $850/ mo. plus utilities. No pets. Fist/last/references. Available March 1st. 433–1919 PICKERING 3 bedroom house, 4 appliances, 2 washrooms, eat-in kitchen, walkout to deck ff livingroom, garage, drive-way, 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 ap- pliances, central air. March 1. Call Steve Bartley (905)831- 7770 or (416)281-2200. Housing Wanted415 PROFESSIONAL non-smoking single looking for 2+ bedroom house to rent in South Pickering.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 bath- room, 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, pensioners welcomed. $450 per mo. Call (905) 839-7675 ROOM AVAILABLE Immediately 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. 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, wood-stove. Available March Break - $600/wk. Weekly/monthly or yearly. Call 905-433-8830 Private Homes For Sale500 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 AJAX BY THE LAKE - Immaculate, legal basement apt., large pie shaped lot. Central air/vac, eat-in kitchen, ceramics, detached, brick. $229,500. Call (905)686-3396. IMMACULATE 2 BEDROOM townhome, NE Oshawa, new flooring, 6 appliance,s 2 bath- rooms, laundry room, rec room with woodstove, sliding glass walkout to greenbelt, attached garage. $112,900. (905) 571–1225 OPEN HOUSE - Saturday and Sunday ( 2 - 5 p.m.) Immaculate 2 storey home for sale by owner. Thousands spent in upgrades. Located in N/E Whitby, 62 Sandford Crescent. Phone (905)433-9146. OPEN HOUSE -19072 Centre, Mt. Albert. Sunday, 1-3:30pm. Brick bungalow, w/o basement (fin- ished), a/v, c/v, sauna, hot tub, 3+1 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, large deck, 2 car garage. $297,500. All written offers con- sidered. 905-868-8767. www.privatelist.com 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. PORT PERRY 3-bdrm bunga- low, cathedral ceilings, sky- lights, 2&1/2 bath (jacuzzi en- suite) finished rec-room, 2- fireplaces, hardwood-floors, mainfloor laundry, double-car garage, 3/4 acre lot, $319,900. 905-985-5113. POWER OF SALES Bank Foreclosures & NO Money Down Properties. Receive a FREE list of properties. FREE recorded message 1-800-739- 2193 ID# 1042. Re/max First. RENT TO OWN Ajax, bright, 4 bedroom executive, 2400- sq.ft, double garage, family room w/fireplace, partially fin- ished basement. $10,000 de- posit, first/last/references. Avail Immediately (416) 995– 8645 WHITBY - 24 CHATSWORTH CRES,1/2 acre SW rear pie lot, over 2,400 sq. ft., 4 bed- rooms, 2 1/2 baths, large main floor laundry, wood burning fireplace in large family room, central air, deck, sprinkler system, unspoiled basement, huge kitchen with wall to wall pantry. Mansard tile roof, ask- ing $248,000. Call 427–7452 Ideal location for home based business. Money to Lend575 BUSINESS LOANS -$10K to $50K approvals 48 hrs. Gov- ernment 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. Personals670 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'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. 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 HEAVENLY PSYCHIC An- swers. Find the oracle within. $2.99/min. *18+*24 hrs. 1- 900-451-3783. $$ Government Funds$$ Grants and loans information to start and expand your business or farm. 1-800-505-8866 CLOTHING/ CONSIGNMENT Ladies & Childrens store Fully equipped and stocked $12,500 Larry Guimond Sutton Group (905) 426-5664 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! WANTED 2 OR 3 BEDROOM FOR FAMILY OF 3 Hampton Area. Exchange cheaper rent for upkeep. Available for May lst. 2001 Call (905) 885-4735 Leave message Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 4, 2001-PAGE 29 400 Apartments for Rent 400 Apartments for Rent 590 Business Opportunities 590 Business Opportunities COME & WORSHIP Is a regular Friday Feature for the Churches in the Ajax Pickering area. To advertise your Church Services or Special Church events please call Janice at (905)- 683-0707, Ext. 2218 or Fax# 905-579-4218 (Deadline for Copy is Wednesday noon for Friday) 690 Worship Services 690 Worship Services 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 cleaning by one of our experienced staff. Private Tutors/Schools865 Driving Schools885 Adult Entertainment892 Tax, Financial Directory898 GET FASTER REFUNDS WITH FREE E-FILING • Prepared while you wait by a Certified General Accountant Judy Kuksis CGA 905-420-2081 Also business accounting services Exclusively Yours Upscale Escort Service Serving Durham Region Discretion Guaranteed Open 9 a.m. Daily (905) 725-2322 Now Hiring 18+ S&B DRIVING SCHOOL 4 DAY SPECIAL March Break Approved driving course. March 10-18 (Any 4 days) $259.00 (416) 287-3060 PIANO Lessons In my home. Beginners welcome. 11 years experience. Sharon Cordes Okrasa 905-831-4859 Cross Movers Exp. in moving Households • Offices • Apts. Packing Avail. Free Estimates 416-423-0239 905-683-5342 1-877-432-1841 MICHALSKI MOVING & STORAGE Houses, Apartments, Offices, Appliances & Piano Specialists. Senior & Mid-Month Discounts. Licensed, insured. Free Estimates. Professional service. Call 436-7795. THE HONEST MOVER $65 PER HOUR - 2 men No local gas mileage / travelling time Small deliveries, or simple moves around the house. RUBBISH REMOVAL Licensed Company No GST/PST! COVERAGE GUARANTEED Larry Hoffe (905) 665-0448 Pager 720-8438 MOUNTAIN MOVING SYSTEMS We will move anything, anywhere, anytime. Commercial or residential. Packaging, storage and boxes available. Senior & mid month discounts. Free estimates. 571-0755 1-888-491-6600 TMS PAINTING & DECOR Interior & Exterior European Workman- ship Fast, clean, reliable service. 428-0081 QUALITY PAINTING & DECORATING Interior/Exterior Free Estimates 837–9558 HOMEPRIDE IMPROVEMENTS Quality Painting Door installations & Renovations For Free Estimate Call Don (905) 626-2111 Fully Insured ROMEO PAINTING Specializing in interior and exterior painting. For clean fast and reliable service Call (905) 686-9128 All Pro Painting and Wallpapering Stucco ceilings, General repairs, Top quality work at reasonable prices 20% off for Seniors Call for a FREE Estimate 404-9669 NEED A PLUMBER? Call LEE'S Prompt, courteous & fair service. Call 579–2666 New Work & Alterations A service to fit all your plumbing needs. T.E.P.'S CUSTOM CARPENTRY & CONTRACTING Additions, basements, decks, cabinets, porch enclosures, tiling, drywall, taping, painting, shelving units, bars, kitchens & baths, counter tops, sinks and taps, windows & doors, garden chairs made to order, etc. Terry for estimate: 432-9115 Stone Properties Installing Garage Openers, Finished Basement, Garden Fence, Garden Sheds, Painting & Decorating or that odd job, call the genuine contractor. Amir 905-619-9330 DOORS "R" US GARAGE DOORS, OPENERS, (We install), FIX BROKEN SPRINGS, CABLES, ROLLERS. Sales Service & Repairs 905-837-0949 REAL HANDYMAN For people with limited cash flow. Small job Specialist Plumbing, electrical, garbage removal, installations Call Joseph 905-428-7528 cell - (905)626-6247 HANDYMAN AT YOUR SERVICE General home repair, hardwood flooring, ceramic tiles, woodworking, painting, decks, fence repair, much more. 15 years experience Call James (905) 839–4041 FINISHED BASEMENTS bathrooms, additions & second stories. General improvements All work guaranteed Walter Leaver 428–2145 DURHAM BASEMENTS Apartments, rec. rooms, second kitchens & bathrooms entertainment units, (905)427–6237 Call the specialists BUDGET HOME IMPROVEMENTS Bathroom renova- tions, new kitchen counters and kitch- ens, finished bas- ments, rec. rooms and decks. 20 yrs. Exp. Call Mario (905)- 619-4663 Cell (416) 275-0034 CUSTOM BASEMENTS From Design to Finish. Reasonable Rates. Free Estimates. Call (905) 426-9965 800 Improvements 800 Improvements KING HOME IMPROVEMENTS Bsmt. Apartments & Additions. Bathrooms & kitchens, Electrical, Storage Sheds 22 years exp. 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Fax (905) 686-8072 (905) 686-5211 Minor to Major Renovations including Remodelling for the disabled. Res. Comm. Ind. Free Estimates John McLellan “A Man of His Word” Roofing Windows Renovations905-767-1240 ROOFING BY 905-427-8613 1-866-688-5923 Free Estimates Fully Insured CLOWN / MAGICIAN • Live animals • All occasions • All ages Call Jeff (905) 839-7057 PAGE 30-THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 4, 2001 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net 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 professional 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 hon- est, 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 rela- tionship work? How about children? If you answered “yes” to all these questions, we could be the perfect 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 snowmobiling, 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 out- doors and children. Ad#: 2490 EXTRA NICE I am a 5’5”, blue eyed, SWF, 46, who enjoys walking, skat- ing, swimming, reading ad I love going to movies. Very honest and looking for a SWM, under 50, who is easygo- ing and communicative. 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 adven- turous. 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 single 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 easy- going, 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 3/1/01 DEDICATION OF LOVE I’m a romantic and dedicated, SWM, 31, 6’1”, who enjoys reading, golfing, softball, curling and keeping active. I’d like to meet a witty, intelligent, SWF, 18-35, who is willing to try a make a relationship 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, outdoors, hockey, boat- ing and much more. I’m currently seeking a SWF, 27-34. I can offer a lot of honesty to a new relationship. Ad#: 7087 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 physically fit, sponta- neous and love children. Some of my hobbies are baseball and hockey. In search of a SWF, 25-45, who is family-ori- ented, independent and witty. Ad#: 7308 OPEN-MINDED I am a SWM, 36, who is 5’7”, brown haired, blue eyed, out- doorsy, I like drives in the country, boating, fishing, reading 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 activ- ities.. 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, trust- worthy, SWF, 25-41, who is honest. Ad#: 1722 GOOD CONVERSATION SWM, 33, 5’7”, with brown hair/eyes, has an easygoing, open-minded personality, 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 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, dancing, jazz, good sence of humor, somewhat romantic, looking for a lady, 55-65, who is outgoing and enjoys life. Ad#: 7504 LIFE, LOVE & LAUGHTER I’m a humorous, outgoing and sometimes 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, gold- ing, mountain biking and spending most of my time out- doors. 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 relationship. Ad#: 2331 HAPPY-GO-LUCKY Fun, outgoing, SWM, 46, 5’9”, 200lbs., with blue-green eyes, mustache, hobbies are working out, long walks and reading. Self-employed, I’m in search of an honest, SWF, 35-48, who has a twinkle 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 seeking 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 div- ing, 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 affectionate, 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 REGULAR GIRL WITH SPUNK SWF, 24, who is fun and energetic, enjoys reading, movies, fitness, looking for a SWM, 22-29, who is intelli- gent, fun, funny, can be a good friend, and is diverse in what the activities. Ad#: 7775 Customer Service 1-800-348-6384 - To speak with a live operator. - To cancel your ad. - To customize your print ad. Connect with Area Singles There Has Never Been an Easier Way to Meet That Someone Special NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 4, 2001 PAGE 31 P OSHAWA • WHITBY• CLARINGTON • PORT PERRY THIS WEEK presents… Book your booth today! Tel: (905) 576-9335 or (905) 683-0707 Fax: (905) 579-4218 Calling all health care professionals! Tuesday May 01, 2001 Location: Holiday Inn 1011 Bloor Street East, Oshawa Special Section: April 29, 2001 FREE ADMISSION • FREE PARKING Open to public from 1pm til 8pm Participating Companies to date: Canadian Red Cross, Markham Stouffville Hospital, Durham Respite, ComCare, Kawartha Quality Care, York Central Hospital, Ontario March of Dimes, Rouge Valley Health System, Lakeridge Health Corp., Partners in Community Nursing, Extendicare/Oshawa, Foster Brook Long Term Care Facility, Home Relief Health Services, John Willoughby Insurance, Custom Uniforms & Scrubs, Victorian Order of Nurses. Training • Education Careers • Schools Due to overwhelming demand, we now have a section devoted to training facilities, schools, colleges and universities. Whether you’re offering courses or job opportunities, this is the place to be. “It pays to advertise - advertise where it pays!” Just call the Classified Dept and ask for our “TECS” Section: 576-9335576-9335 . Fax: 579-4218 Colour available on request Ringette belles sport golden glow at home tourney Sajovic backstops Pickering to four victories PICKERING —The Pickering belle ‘B’ team won the gold medal at the recent Pickering Ringette Tournament. Facing a Woolwich team in the final that had beaten them earlier in the tourney, the Pickering belles turned the tables with a thrilling 3- 2 victory to earn the gold medal at their own tourna- ment. Julie Hull, Wendy Taylor and Jen Hannen scored for the local belles, with assists to Christie Bar- low and Hannen. Ivana Sajovic provided superior goaltending. Pickering opened the tourney with a 4-1 victory. Their opponent, however, wasn’t reported. Jessica Cater led the way with a two-goal performance. Han- nen and Hull added single markers. Amanda Wallace and Michelle Vitale each had two assists. This was followed by a 4-2 victory over Ennismore in Game 2. Hull, Wallace, Hannen and Cater scored, with assists to Hull with two, and Barlow and Brit- tany Taylor each with one. Sajovic supplied a spectacu- lar performance. In a hard-fought game against Markham, the belles emerged victorious 2-1. Hull and Kim Fregona scored for Pickering. Assists went to Cater and Aline Lapierre. Sajovic was once again outstanding. Playing Woolwich in the third game, the Pickering team came up flat en route to a 2-0 loss. ANDREW IWANOWSKI/ News Advertiser photo Basket bound St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Monarchs’Chris Sal- vador (22) gets to the basket in front of Dunbarton High School Spartans’Nathan Graham (4) during the Durham Region senior boys’basketball final Thursday. PICKERING –– The Pickering Panthers major peewee selects went 3-1 in recent action as they gear up for a playoff run. In most recent action, the Panthers beat the Markham Waxers 4-1, marking their 13th win of the season. Netting the goals for Pickering were Matthew Perrault with a hat trick and Taylor Gray. Assists went to Justin Bruce with a pair, and Matthew Evans and Kyle Fredericks. Pickering also took on the Unionville Jets, win- ning 6-1. Scoring were Andrew Dowdell with a pair, and Leland Street, Bruce, Gray and Bryan Cruise all with one. Assist- ing were Adam Turi, Per- rault, Evans, and Derek Westlake with two each. The Panthers suffered a tough 4-1 loss to Vaughan. Scoring the only goal for Pickering was Dowdell from Evans and Ryan VanSantvoort. In other action, Picker- ing skated to a thrilling 4- 1 victory over the Whitby Wildcats. Scoring were Turi, Evans, Dowdell and Cruse. Assists went to VanSantvoort with two and Dowdell, Evans, Gray, Bruce, and Perrault with one each. Other team members are goalies Matthew Mc- Mulkin and Christopher Skeates, and defencemen Ryan Lindsay, Derek Savoie, Christian Paradis and Andrew Goldsmith. 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