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See the story on page 7. RON PIETRONIRO/ News Advertiser photo A bra-zen birthday surprise! Pat Wood (right) woke up to see her front yard festooned with brassieres Thursday morning as part of a birthday prank perpetrated by her sis- ters and husband, Wayne (left). It was all in good fun as Ms. Wood turned 50 on March 7. The good-natured Pickering resident is already plotting humorous ways to get back at the pranksters. Water rates going up More money needed to meet demands BY SUSAN O’NEILL Staff Writer Costs associated with the Province’s new drinking water reg- ulations and upgrades to the Re- gion’s infrastructure are two of the primary reasons the Region’s water and sewer budgets are increasing this year, works committee mem- bers heard Wednesday. The proposed 2001 budget for water supply is about $50 million for 2001 while the budget for sani- tary sewerage is approximately $39 million. The budgets reflect a five-per cent increase in user rates for water and a 2.5-per cent increase in sewer rates. Regional council approved those rate increases Dec. 20. Durham staff had recommend- Jesse Watkins agrees to stay away from ex-girlfriend Former Pickering man was found not guilty in 1999 of murdering Laurie White BY STEPHEN SHAW Staff Writer A former Pickering resident found not guilty two years ago of strangling his ex-girlfriend has had criminal harassment charges withdrawn in a separate case in Halton Region. Jesse Watkins, acquitted of first-degree murder in the death of former girlfriend Laurie White, was charged by Halton Regional Police Nov. 12 with criminal ha- rassment following a complaint by a former girlfriend. Mr. Watkins spent the last two months in jail, but the charge was withdrawn Wednesday after he agreed to a 12-month peace bond with conditions to not communi- cate directly or indirectly with the mother of two. The Ontario Court of Justice document states “due to repeated communications” the woman “did fear for her safety and was ha- rassed”. Halton police said Friday they arrested Mr. Watkins after a woman claimed she received re- peated phone calls and unwanted visits to her Oakville residence. Mr. Watkins was originally re- leased on bail following his ar- rest, but after police investigated further and consulted with the Halton Crown’s office, a bail re- view hearing was held in January, Detective Constable Chris Law- son said. Mr. Watkins was subse- quently ordered detained in cus- tody, the officer said. Now living in Milton, Mr. Watkins is required under the terms of the peace bond to stay away from the woman’s residence and workplace and any day care or school attended by her two sons. On May 5, 1999 a devastated Brent and Shirley White, now of Whitby, burst into tears as a Supe- rior Court of Justice jury found Mr. Watkins not guilty of murder- ing their daughter Laurie. 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The additional 2.5 per cent in user rate funding will be used to address ex- isting deficiencies within the water sup- ply system, including improvements to a water treatment plant in Scugog. “The program, as proposed, is bal- anced to address needs related to the operation, maintenance and repair of existing infrastructure and the design and construction of new capital works to meet growth-related requirements,” states works commissioner Jack Mc- Corkell in a staff report. He noted the proposed budgets “meet the works de- partment revenue and expenditure goals” which were determined by council last December. The water and sewer budgets are funded through user rates. No taxes are directed to either budget. “We want to provide the safest water in our community. We want to be lead- ers,” said Pickering Councillor and works committee chairman Rick John- son, who maintains Durham needs to be “proactive” when it comes to the maintenance and operation of the Re- gion’s water supply systems. DURHAM from page 1 Durham wants York to make case for Pickering pipeline BY SUSAN O’NEILL Staff Writer Durham works committee mem- bers want to meet with York Region officials to hear more about their proposal to build a water pipeline through Pickering before deciding whether they’ll support the City in opposing the project. The committee voted Wednes- day to invite York officials to make a presentation to a joint meeting of Durham’s works, planning and fi- nance committees. “You may want to meet with the folks from York,” works commis- sioner Jack McCorkell suggested Wednesday, telling the committee he’s concerned if the Region sup- ports Pickering it could lose the ability to comment on the environ- mental assessment (EA) process that’s under way. But, Pickering Councillor Mau- rice Brenner told the committee, “Even if you adopt the Pickering resolution, you do not lose the abil- ity to be at that table.” York Region is currently con- ducting an EA on a proposal to build a water pipeline through Pick- ering from Lake Ontario. The pro- ject, which is intended to meet York’s long-term water supply needs, would be tunnelled north along Whites Road. Committee members heard the EA report is ex- pected to be submitted to the Min- istry of the Environment within the next week. There will then be 17 weeks for public input, followed by a government review. The Province is expected to make a decision on the pipeline by October. The City of Pickering, which is on record against the proposal, has asked the Region to support the mu- nicipality in fighting the plan. “There is no possibility, short- term or long-term, for any water use (by Durham Region),” Coun. Bren- ner told the committee. “There is no net benefit (to the Region). 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Jim McKean, former owner of the Port Pickering Marina and Keen-Craft Mari- na located on the shores of Frenchman’s Bay, died at the Centenary Health Centre in Scarborough after a long bat- tle with cancer. He was 77. “He was an individual who was certainly larger than life,” said Tom Mohr of the Pickering Historical Society, who is married to Mr. McK- ean’s stepdaugh- ter Deirdre. Mr. McKean, who was born near Glasgow, moved to Canada with his family at the age of two. He fought with the Canadian Armed Forces in Italy and Holland during the Second World War and travelled back to the Netherlands in 1995 for the 50th anniversary of the coun- try’s liberation. “It really meant a lot to him,”Mr. Mohr said of that event. “He was a proud veteran.” Mr. McKean settled in Pickering in 1958 when he bought the Port Pickering Marina, Mr. Mohr reports. Mr. McKean is survived by his wife Helen Johnson, son Gregory and his wife Trudy, Stephen and Carol. 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NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, March 11, 2001 PAGE 5 A/P P PAGE 6 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, March 11, 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 11, 2001 How many lives have to be lost? To the editor: Re: ‘Drunk driver jailed in cy- clist’s death,’ Feb. 28. I read of the 30-month im- paired driving sentence handed down to James Lever and can only shake my head in sadness and disbelief. Sadness, because this tragedy should never have happened. At the time of the accident Mr. Lever was already disqualified from dri- ving after a 1998 drinking and driving conviction. He had al- ready shown blatant disregard for the law and the safety of others. I believe a driving disqualification is meaningless unless it is also ac- companied by a ban on owning a vehicle. How many times do we hear a drunk driver was already disqualified when he kills some- one? The grief of the victim’s fami- ly is beyond imagination. Michael Carlson, an innocent man out for a Sunday morning bike ride, re- ceived a death sentence. His fam- ily have been condemned to a life- time of sorrow. Rhona Carlson and her two young boys have been forever scarred, robbed of the love of a husband and father. It could just as easily have hap- pened to you or me. James Lever gets 30 months, and a five-year driving suspen- sion. He is eligible for early re- lease in 10 months, and must be released after 20. The maximum penalty for im- paired driving causing death is 14 years. How did the judge come up with a puny 30 months? Why will this man ever be allowed to drive again? How many people must an im- paired driver kill before he re- ceives a meaningful sentence? I sympathize with the police offi- cers who risk their own lives to deal with drunk drivers, only to see them handed a sentence that is measured in mere months. The laws are in place to deal with these terrible crimes. It seems our judges lack the courage to use them to their full extent. Jacky Bramma One of the questions on the recent Grade 10 literacy test asked students to write a short news story from a picture that shows fireworks going off. What follows is a possible short story, built from lingo that appears in several teenage journals on the Web site, www.teen.com ‘Yo dude, check out those honkin’ fireworks. They’re the bomb, just sick. We should be greatful people wanna lite up at the boarder. It’s just yums and we can’t be re- greting it cuz it’s an undieing, playin’ thing. Yay. After the fireworks I saw these chicks at McD’s, they had mouse in their hair. Ha ha, whatever. Chao.’ Yes, we are making a point, but all these references did appear in just a few recent journals. And they point out the gap between the way teens speak and write, matched against the expectations they’re required to meet in order to graduate from high school. Here in Durham, the numbers were close to the provincial average with 71 per cent of those who wrote both tests receiving a pass at the pub- lic board and 74 per cent reaching that mark in the separate board. The numbers were similar, though lower in Clarington and Northumberland, where 68 (separate) and 67 per cent (public) of the students passed both tests. It’s obvious that with between 26 and 33 per cent of students failing at least one of the tests, we don’t have a high enough standard of literacy in our schools. Plenty of excuses are being bandied about: the standards have been raised recently with the new curriculum, which begs the question, why weren’t they high before?; stu- dents didn’t take the test seriously be- cause they knew they wouldn’t have to pass it to graduate; and the marks really aren’t all that bad. We beg to differ on every count. We know teachers have a tremendous challenge in trying to increase litera- cy. But clearly, the ability to read and write at a high level is the No. 1 skill students must master during their el- ementary and secondary school years. We can’t take the results lightly, we must ensure students take the test seriously, and sorry, but a failure rate nearing one-third of students who write a test is miserable. When students start reading and writing for pleasure — Harry Potter books and the like are a very good start — they can’t help but improve. For that to happen, teachers and par- ents must work together. It’s our children’s future that’s at stake. 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An old friend made the fortunate decision to purchase a home in Pickering and officially became a citizen of the ‘Millennium City’ on the last day of February. I thought it would be appropriate to welcome him and give him a crash course on Pickering, to wit: • Do all you can to recycle. Do not put at the curb more than four bags of trash per week and never, ever try to slip an extra bag in with your neighbour’s garbage. Such discretions are punishable by death; • You live in an area known as the ‘East Shore’ community, which is never to be confused with the ‘West Shore’ community. We share that jewel known as Frenchman’s Bay, but you are not allowed to use our side. I don’t know why, but it is so; • Pay your taxes on time, every time. Failure to do so is punishable by death; • If you have a question regard- ing snowplowing, call your local councillor, Bill McLean, at City Hall. If you have a question about recycling your model planes, call Mark Holland, who represents you at Durham Region. If you need con- firmation about how great Picker- ing really is, call Ajax Mayor Steve Parish. If he is unavailable, keep trying; • Make an effort to meet your neighbours. You’ll find Pickering people are friendly to a fault, as long as you don’t add an extra bag of trash to their weekly curb side pile; • If you find the time, take a tour of the Pickering Nuclear Generat- ing Station. They’ve spent millions in recent years trying to improve performance and accountability at the local plants and are now seek- ing relicensing for the so-called ‘A’-side reactors. Bring someone from Durham Nuclear Awareness with you and see how it goes!; and • Visit the waterfront the first chance you get. There’s a neat fence that’s been constructed at the foot of Liverpool Road and it has quite a story behind it. Go down there and ask around, but don’t mention the word ‘townhouses’. Welcome to Pickering! What a great place to call home A tip list for newcomers to Pickering E-mail your comments on this opin- ion to steve.houston@durhamnews.net. Steve Houston Managing Editor NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 11, 2001 PAGE 7 A/P BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer Two out of three ain’t good as far as the Grade 10 provincial literacy test is concerned. That’s the general reaction from education stakeholders after the Ed- ucation Quality and Accountability Office released the test results Thursday. But it’s not what Durham offi- cials are saying. They are neither shocked nor dismayed by the provincial results and the pass rate of local students. Sixty-one per cent of the Province’s roughly 140,000 Grade 10s passed the test. A little over 13 per cent failed both the test’s read- ing and writing portions, 10.7 per cent passed only the reading sec- tion, and five per cent passed the writing component alone (these are Method 1 figures for all students in Grade 10, including those who did- n’t write the test. The Method 2 pass rate, which marked only students who wrote the test, was 68 per cent). The five-hour test was adminis- tered by the EQAO last October. Beginning in the 2001/2002 school year, high school students must pass the test as one of the requirements of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma. “I don’t think it is a surprise,” said Bev Freedman, the Durham District School Board’s programs superintendent. “I’m actually sur- prised people are surprised.” At the Durham District School Board, the score was 67 per cent in Method 1 and 71 per cent for Method 2. Grant Andrews, education direc- tor at the Durham Catholic District School Board, in a press release said, “the results should not be too surprising.” In fact, he argued if the pass rate had been a lot higher the validity of the test would be in question. At the Catholic board, the scores were 71 and 74 respectively. A total of 4,387 Durham public school students wrote the test. Of those, 240 (5.5 per cent) passed the writing but failed the reading sec- tion, 540 (12.3 per cent) only failed the writing portion, and 495 pupils (11.3 per cent) failed both sections. “Part of the problem for the fail- ure rate is if you didn’t follow in- structions, if you did two para- graphs and they asked for three paragraphs, and you did the two paragraphs really well, you didn’t get part marks,” said Ms. Freedman. “You were considered to have failed. That, I think, was a compli- cation.” The board will be analysing indi- vidual school results and will pre- sent a literacy action plan at the April 3 standing committee meet- ing. Until individual student scores are dissected, Ms. Freedman said she doesn’t know if any changes in the test format should be consid- ered. She noted that Toronto daily newspapers are written at a level ranging from grades 7 to 10. “Grade 9 is a fairly high degree of literacy, and not everyone is going to reach it,” she said. “That will become the issue when (the test) counts and people realize it’s a gatekeeper.” She predicts fewer kids will graduate with a diploma in the fu- ture because they won’t be able to pass the test. A total of 1,622 Catholic school students wrote the test. Of those pupils, 155 (9.5 per cent) failed both sections, 175 (10.8 per cent) failed only the writing portion, and 84 (5.2 per cent) passed the writing section. Mr. Andrews, in the release, pointed out an extensive reform of provincial curriculum is under way, undertaken because it was felt school was too easy and students weren’t performing well enough. The curriculum changes, though in- troduced quickly, have been wel- comed by teachers and parents, he noted. “Students who took the literacy test last fall would not have had the advantage of full exposure to the new curriculum during their ele- mentary school years,” Mr. An- drews stated. “Expectations for stu- dent performance are now higher. The bar has been raised.” He said students have to be given more opportunities to improve their literacy skills. Pauline Laing, co-moderator of the test for the EQAO, doesn’t ac- cept the argument the results aren’t poor in the context of a tougher cur- riculum. “The test is based on generic skills, reading and writing, that are applicable across the whole curricu- lum,” said the former education di- rector of the Durham public school board, noting these are “fundamen- tal skills” which have always been taught in school. The provincial results are “cause for concern” she believes. “Everyone I’ve talked to has said we have to learn from these results, we have to analyse them,” said Ms. Laing. While the test did not count the first time, she said schools took it seriously and it remains to be seen if “kids can notch it up a bit when it counts”. The EQAO will release school- by-school results at the end of April. Centre offers March break fun for kids Local kids can do more than just hang out at the mall this March break. The Pickering Town Centre (PTC) on March 12 launches ‘Springfest Cyber Café 2001’, an event designed to entertain kids, teens and adults during the school holiday. Partly sponsored by TD Bank, Cyber Café is an innovative learn- ing centre that promotes Internet education and training in an inter- active environment. “This event is a great opportu- nity for kids, teens and adults to learn about the Internet and how it can enhance their lives,” Lorna Murphy, PTC marketing director, said in a press release. “We hope to help provide an exciting, educational and entertain- ing experience for our shoppers.” Springfest Cyber Café runs Monday through Friday during nor- mal mall hours on the upper level near Carlton cards. Additional events for students will take place at the mall all week. The Mastermind store hosts ‘Crafts 4 Kids’ Monday to Friday from 1 to 3 p.m. Grand & Toy hosts ‘The Kid Office Event’ across from their store location Monday to Fri- day between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Both events provide free arts and crafts for kids. To end the week, customers wearing green can win CDs and PTC mall-wide gift certificates. Upcoming seminar looks to get business better results Getting the results you want in business is the focus of a three- part seminar that kicks off in Whit- by this month. The Durham Homepreneur Group is presenting the series, which is being led by Rory Shee- han. “Rory is committed to helping people succeed in all aspects of their business and personal lives through unique and inspiring meth- ods,” states a news release. The first session takes place Wednesday, March 21 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Sports Garden Café, 500 Victoria St. in Whitby. Registration is $99 for mem- bers and $125 for non-members. Lunch and training materials are included in the fee. For more infor- mation visit the group’s Web site at www.dhg.on.ca. Clothing donations needed for spring church sale PICKERING —St. Martin’s Anglican Church is hosting a new to you sale Friday, March 30. Good used clothing for the family, toys and books will be among the items available at the church, 1201 St. Martin’s Dr., from 7 to 9 p.m. There will also be a white elephant sale. Donations of children’s clothing are needed. For more information call 839- 4257. Mixed reaction to Grade 10 test results EQAO says scores ‘cause for concern’, but Durham boards not surprised BEV FREEDMAN ‘I’m actually surprised people are surprised.’ GRANT ANDREWS ‘Expectations for students performance are now higher.’ Here is how the Grade 10 literacy test pass rate in the Durham school boards compares to other Greater Toronto Area boards. The first figure is the pass rate percentage of all Grade 10 students in a board (including those who didn’t write the test), while the second is only for the students who wrote the test. Board Method 1 Method 2 Durham public 67 71 Durham Catholic 71 74 York public 70 79 York Catholic 69 71 Toronto public 55 65 Toronto Catholic 56 62 Halton public 66 72 Halton Catholic 76 79 How GTA boards scored New, old education ideas worth a look: Durham officials BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer Liberal leader Dalton McGuin- ty’s vision for education has re- ceived mixed reviews from local residents. In an interview last week, Mr. McGuinty outlined the Ontario Lib- eral Party’s plan to cut class sizes to 20 students in the early school years, allow for more creative pro- gramming at the school level, create “turnaround teams” to go into schools that consistently fail,and in- troduce other measures. The changes are needed to make Ontario students more successful and, when they get older, competitive in the global marketplace, Mr. McGuinty said. Ruth Ann Schedlich, former chairman of the Durham District School Board, noted there used to be a cap on class sizes in the younger grades and added program- ming at the school level also oc- curred in the past. “What he’s proposing is not something new,” said Ms. Schedlich. “What goes around comes around in education, it seems.” She likes the idea of a class size cap as proposed by Mr. McGuinty because “you want to attract learn- ers at a young age.” However Ms. Schedlich has heard what the Province has to say about the proposal’s cost: it’s actual- ly close to $2 billion, not the $350 million per year Mr. McGuinty claims (plus $100 million in one- time costs). The two sets off numbers make her uneasy. She agreed emphatical- ly that it’s much easier to make such proposals in opposition than when a leader or party is in power. Still, Ms. Schedlich saw merit in Mr. McGuinty putting ideas on the table. “Anything to improve education, if he’s able to create an awareness and have the government relook at things, it’s a benefit,” she said. Pat Fowler, chairman of the Durham Regional Catholic School Council, agreed Mr. McGuinty’s ideas are not new and she shared Ms. Schedlich’s concern over the cost of initiating the “hard cap”. Ms. Fowler noted the cap would also require a lot more teachers, in pretty short supply these days as a serious shortage looms. “How do you get extra teachers out there?” she asked. “We don’t have enough that have the vocation to teach. If you don’t have enough people to (introduce a cap), you’re back to square one.” Ms. Fowler said she hears mixed reviews of the government’s educa- tion record from stakeholders who, she believes, don’t or can’t see the whole picture to make a truly in- formed evaluation. A new curriculum and student testing were positive changes to the system, said Ms. Fowler. But she levelled a criticism heard before where the present government is concerned: too many initiatives, too fast. What’s missing in the education debate is an emphasis on the stu- dent, she believes. However, Education Minister Janet Ecker was not impressed with the plan. “Not since (Prime Minister Jean) Chretien embraced the GST have we seen a Liberal reversal like this one,” said Ms. Ecker. “Whenever the government put forward quality reforms for education, he said they were not needed.” Referring to the testing of schools and teachers, which Mr. McGuinty advocates, she said she was “pleased to see he’s supporting many initiatives we already have under way”. The province has a “step-by- step” plan to improve schools which is under way, said Ms. Ecker. “Part of that plan is making sure you can pay for it,” she said. NEWS IN BRIEF MARCH 11, 2001 A/P PAGE 8 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 11, 2001 ANDREW IWANOWSKI/ News Advertiser photo Grade 8 students at St. James Catholic School in Ajax hosted an anti- smoking awareness event at the school Tuesday to make students aware of the dangers of tobacco use. Here, Haylie Duncan (left) shows Jessica Zuzarte a replica of a healthy human lung. Ajax students take on tobacco School displays, discussion help spread message St. James Catholic Elemen- tary School Grade 8 students took a bite out of smoking re- cently. The students, in partnership with the Durham Region Health Department, held a tobacco use prevention event Tuesday, March 6 at the Ajax school for the grades 7 and 8 classes. The event included four interactive displays, and offered students a chance to discuss what they learned and how they will use the information. We’re online at www.durhamnews.net COMING SOON! If your community based organization or event wants to be listed in this years edition fax us your Information. Annual -Ajax Pickering Community Guide2nd2nd Club or Service: Type of Club or Service: Contact Name: Phone #: Fax to the News Advertiser at: 619•9068 B a r b a ra has had a life long love of art. After many years away from actively pursing art as a career while raising a family and working as a pre- school teacher, she returned to her art three years ago. She decided that “it was never too late for what might have been”, and has not looked back. Her vibrant watercolours depict her love of nature and the play of light and shadow on these forms. She has exhibited her work at many area shows and won “Best in Show” at the 2000 Oshawa Art Association juried show for her picture “Glory” which is displayed here. THE PICKERING INFORMATION CENTRE Presents until March 19th, 2001 The Work of Barbara Talbott Your Pickering Information Centre, in cooperation with the Pine Ridge Arts Council, displays the work of a different local artist every three months.Drop by and see the exhibit, and while you’re here, check out what the Information Centre has to offer. Contact (905) 839-1151 ext. 3745. Putting our energy to good use. Pickering Nuclear Information Centre 1675 Montgomery Park Road, Pickering ON L1V 2R5 Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 4:30 pm For more information about Pickering Nuclear, visit our website at: www.ontariopowergeneration.com/pickering Watch for the City of Pickering brochure of Spring/Summer Services in Wednesday March 14th Pickering News Advertiser. 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S. in Ajax, holds a five-day baby- sitter training certificate course start- ing today at 9 a.m. Cost is $60, includ- ing the course manual. Call 619-4565, ext. 310. TUESDAY, MARCH 13 ADOPTION:The Durham Adoption Disclosure Support Group meets from 7 to 9:30 p.m. in the boardroom of the Durham Region Children’s Aid Soci- ety, 555 Rossland Rd. W. (southwest corner of Rossland and Stevenson roads), Oshawa. Call 433-1551, ext. 2334, 2261 or 2293. FRIENDSHIP CLUB:The Tuesday Morning Discussion Club will cele- brate St. Patrick’s Day with the Picker- ing Perennials. YOGA:Reduce stress and anxiety. 7 p.m. at the Ajax Central Library, 65 Harwood Ave. S. (near 401). Free. 416-759-4912 or visit their Website at www.sahajayoga.org. HORTICULTURE:The Pickering Horticultural Society meets at 8 p.m. in meeting rooms 1 and 2 of the Pick- ering Recreation Complex, Valley Farm Rd. south of Hwy. 2. Ken Brown will speak on landscaping. 839-4604 (Sylvia), 839-7057 (Jill). WOMEN’S CENTRE:The Ajax- Pickering Women’s Centre holds a free stress reduction workshop for women, called Lighten Up!, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the community room of the Durham Regional Police station, cor- ner of Harwood Ave. and Westney Rd., Ajax. Space is limited and prior regis- tration is necessary. 426-1064. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 14 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. Phone 837-9670 for more information. ALZHEIMER:Alzheimer Durham holds an Ajax Support Group meeting at 7:30 p.m. at 487 Westney Rd. S., Units 19 and 20 (at Clements Rd. W.), Ajax. 905-576-2567 (Megan). TOASTMASTERS:The club holds an international speech and evaluation club contest tonight, beginning with a meet and greet at 7:15 p.m. in the Pick- ering Nuclear Information Centre. 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Our individualized learning program will help your child learn to think, focus, and rediscover motivation at school. Come and see what we’re all about! OXFORD LEARNING CENTRES® 1105 Finch Ave. www.oxfordlearning.com Make this year the best yet. Send them to Oxford. 105-3050 Garden St. Pickering 420-3141 / Whitby 668-6800 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 11, 2001 PAGE 11 A/P Just the fax: 683-7363 Hospice Durham offers training course Hospice Durham is look- ing to train new palliative care volunteers. An upcoming course will cover a number of topics, including communication skills, emotional support and family dynamics, trans- fer techniques, physical considerations and more. The course is held Thurs- days between April 19 and May 17 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Durham Hospice office, 209 Dundas St. E., lower level units 1 and 2 in Whitby. To cover course material, there is a $25 fee for those who plan to volunteer with Hospice Durham. The fee is $50 for anyone taking the course for general informa- tion about palliative care. The organization is also looking for volunteers to help with fund-raising pro- jects. For more information about that course or Durham Hospice, call 905- 430-4522 or 1-888-790- 9414. Registration is re- quired prior to Monday, April 16. Hospice Durham is of- fering a bereavement facil- itator training program. The 10-week course starts Tuesday, March 27 and runs from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Hospice Durham of- fice at 209 Dundas St. E., LL Units 1 and 2 in Whit- by. The cost is $25. For more information, or to register, call (905) 430-4522 or 1 888 790- 9414. Bereavement training offered too The following blood donor clinics are planned for Durham during the month of March. Pickering:Thursday, March 15, St. Isaac Jogues Church, 1148 Finch Ave., 4-8 p.m. Ajax:Saturday, March 17, Ajax Community Centre, 75 Centennial Rd., noon to 4 p.m. Whitby:Monday, March 26, Whitby Legion Hall No. 112, 117 Byron St., noon-7:30 p.m. (call 1- 888-935-1666 for appt.) Oshawa:Monday, March 19, St. Joseph the Worker Parish, 1100 Mary St. N., 3-8 p.m. Bowmanville:Wednesday, March 21, Clarington Beech Centre, 26 Beech Ave., 1-7:30 p.m. If you are healthy, between ages 17 and 71, you can give blood every 56 days although first-time donors must be 60 or younger. All blood types are needed at the clinics, with a special need for donors with type O. For more information on other blood donor clinics in the area call Canadian Blood Services at 1-888- 935-1666 or visit their Web site at www.bloodservices.ca. 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There’s a continental breakfast at 7:15 a.m., the meeting at 7:30 a.m. and a chance to network at 8:30 a.m. The breakfast is free and is one of a series organized by the Town’s Eco- nomic Development Office. The net- work was established in 1998 to keep the business community aware of key economic issues. Mayor Parish will review past suc- cesses of Ajax council and outline the goals for the new council term. While free, registration is neces- sary. For more information or to regis- ter, call Alison Sheppard in the Eco- nomic Development office at 619- 2529, ext. 231. 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Features incl.: Vaulted ceilings in liv. rm. & din. rm., gas fireplace, white & silver European kit. w/Lazy Susan. 3 Bay windows /all coverings, wall to wall mirrored closet doors. Florida rm. with w/o to deck/large shed w/freezer outlet. pic in scan Thinking about Satellite TV? Bob and Sally did. You might want to think twice. With Rogers Cable, service and installation are guaranteed. There’s never been a better time to call 1-888-ROGERS1 or shop online at www.shoprogers.com ™Rogers Communications Inc. Used under License. Today’s Children are Victims of Poor Health Karen Tazar R.N.C.P. C.N.P. By Karen Tazar, R.N.C.P. C.N.P. Today’s children are victims of poor health, ADHD, Asthma, and Allergies. It is not surprising that if the immune system of the planet is failing, our health will fail too. Our health is not a separate problem! However, one of the most problematic condi- tions with children than can be dealt with effectively is CONSTIPATION! Many small children don’t have bowel movements for days, and sometimes a week. I see many of these children and it is heartbreaking to see them in agony and worst of all knowing that their intestines are being compromised at such an early age. Dentists urge our kids to take care of their teeth and brush regularly. We are guaranteed a second set of teeth, but we’re only given one set of intestines! Often a mistake is made when chil- dren are viewed as small adults and allowed to make nutritional decisions for themselves. Achild’s digestive system is delicate and like adults has a complex function. It is not as simple as in one end and out the other! Digestion is a series of chemical breakdowns. Proteins break down into amino acids, carbo- hydrates break down into glucose and fats break down into fatty acids. When this process is interfered with, symptoms occur. Just the small intestine alone is approximate- ly 20 feet long and the size of a garden hose. Can you imagine feeding a slice of pizza into a garden hose and flushing it through with a soda pop? Today, kids want chips, crackers, bagels, pretzels, cakes, granola bars, candies and pop. Whole foods such as fruit, vegeta- bles, nuts, seeds and free range roasted chicken, legumes and beans just can’t com- pete with the taste of refined foods that are laden with salt & sugar. Parents have so much on their agendas these days, that they often give in to the taste battle and kids get what pleases them. A diet high in refined foods provide no fiber and too much sugar. This is what begins the vicious circle. 1. Constipation or sluggish digestion occurs. 2. Nutrients don’t get absorbed. 3. Immune system plummets. 4. Bacterial infections manifest. 5. Antibiotics are prescribed. 6. Good & bad bacteria are wiped out. 7. Bad bacteria multiply. 8. New infections sets in & more antibiotics are required. Bad bacteria in the body thrive on refined foods and sugar (that don’t have fiber) - which causes constipation or slug- gish bowel...and here we go again! It shouldn’t be a mystery why kids often refuse to eat anything except carbohy- drates; their system craves it like mad. As a parent, it can be frustrating trying to get out of the vicious circle described above, and onto the path of well being. A Child’s diet, although important is not the only task we have to manage in a day, but awareness is needed that a diet high in refined foods can impair a child’s early stages of develop- ment by creating allergies and digestive dis- orders and robbing the system of nutrients. This situation can sometimes call for med- Better ADVERTISING FEATURE2001 2001 ical intervention, which can involve prescriptions for stool softeners; parents administering mineral oil enemas to miserable children, and in some cases tak- ing them to emerge to have impacted stools removed by a doctor. If this sounds all too familiar, Electro-dermal Allergy/Sensitivity testing can help to alleviate such symptoms by providing an individualized sensitivity report. The report indicates foods to be avoided, foods that need to be consumed in moderation, foods that are satisfactory, and foods that are beneficial. If further assistance is needed for more problematic health challenges, a Nutritional Consultation on intestinal and digestive health is highly recom- mended and affordable! If you or your child experience unwanted symptoms, begin by understanding your sensitivities and believe that wellness is within your reach! Karen Tazar offers Allergy testing and Nutritional Consulting at BN Natural Foods in Pickering, for appointments call (905)837-6627. See The Next Better Health on Sun. March 25th A/P PAGE 14 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, March 11, 2001 1450 Kingston Rd.420-4011 Offer valid until March 31,2001 We reserve the right to limit quantities. 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(BN Natural Foods) Appointments (905) 837-6627 Better Health ADVERTISING FEATURE2001 2001 Releasing the Past Embracing the Future Sometimes we call it “emotional baggage”, some- times “Suppressed emo- tions”, and sometimes simply “stuff”. Regardless what we call it, holding onto negative emotions from the past does not help us in any way. Even worse, all that negativity seems to build up and tends to release itself when it is least appropriate. It often hurts people we care about, negatively impacts our careers, reduces our confi- dence, and damages develop- ing relationships. Releasing these negative emotions from the past is critical to embrac- ing a positive and productive future. There are many approaches to releasing these negative emotions, some more successful than others. We can choose to spend decades in therapy and release only part of the emo- tions. We can choose to asso- ciate only with people who are experiencing similar neg- ativity, or we can choose to accept the ongoing problems as part of your destiny in life. If none of these traditional choices are acceptable to you, and you are serious about releasing these negative emo- tions and moving on with your life immediately, consid- er the benefits of Time Line Therapy™. Time Line Therapy™ was developed by practition- ers of Hypnosis and Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) for people to release the negative emotions of the past quickly and easily. Time Line Therapy™ has been proven successful by hun- dreds of thousands of people over many years. The person- al benefits to using Time Line Therapy™ include: •Easy to release nega- tive emotions • Immediate results • Freedom from the past • No need to tell any one about any sup- pressed experiences • No need to re-experi- ence any negative emotions A one day session will be held in Pickering on September 30th to allow peo- ple to experience the benefits of Time Line Therapy™, and allow all participants to embrace a new and exciting future by releasing all the neg- ativity from the past. The session will be lead by Rory Sheehan, a certified practitioner of Time Line Therapy™, Certified practi- tioner of Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP), and a certified instructor of Hypnotherapy. The session promises to be informative and enlightening. Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your seats early by calling Positive Strategies today at (905) 683-9133. For information on other programs offered by Rory Sheehan and Positive Strategies, visit Positive Strategies on the web at www.positive strategies.com Rory Sheehan is a certi- fied instructor of hypnosis, a master Practitioner of Neuro Linguistic programming (NLP), a master Practitioner of Time Line Therapy™, and a Reiki master. Rory is commit- ted to helping people succeed in all aspects of their business and personal lives. Rory Sheehan Certified Practitioner of Time Line Therapy™ SOUTH AJAX CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC Dr. Kelly Schoonderwoerd, Chiropractor Paula Rutherford, C.A.T (c), R.M.T •Sports injuries •Rotator cuff problems •Numbness & Tingling •Headaches Chiropractic and Massage Therapy care for 683-8338 570 Westney Road South, Ajax (next to Video 99) 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! 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Our 6 staff Audiologists offer Audiology High-tech with Expert Care.NEWBreakthrough in Hearing Aid Technology DIGITAL SOUND Respond to Changing Environments With the Touch of a Button In addition to normal use, your AUDIOLOGIST can program your hearing AIDS with up to two listening memories that let you further adjust your hearing by touching a button. For example, one memory may suit a noisy work environment, while the other is specially tuned for watching television. Automatic or Manual Volume Control Digital Hearing AIDS automatically react to changes in volume, eliminating the need to manually adjust volume. But for wearers who may prefer one, a manual volume control is available. • Audiologists are University trained and hold a Master’s Degree in Audiology. • Audiologists like Doctors have a College to ensure consumer protection. • Audiologists are licensed to prescribe hearing aids in Ontario. • Audiologists can certify an individual’s eligibility for the Disability Tax Credit. A World Leader Siemens is the world’s number one provider of advanced electronic health care systems that support and enhance life. In the tradition of technological leadership, the company continues to develop and explore new technology and apply that technology to the development of hearing ads. Siemens has been providing solutions for hearing loss for over 85 years. Fact The first and only audiology practice in Durham to bring you Video Otoscopy Technology that lets you see the inside of your ears. Fact Our certifications let patients know that our Audiologists have mastered all the necessary training to be considered experts in the fields of hearing impairments. And, adds John McIntyre, M.S., Reg. CASLPO “Our services were founded on the age-old principle that the patient always comes first. We are focused on you by bringing you state- of-the-art instrument technology, a nearly endless selection of hearing aids to fit all budgets. We also offer a 30 day trial period in your own environment, and we listen to what you have to say.” Fact OtoAcoustic emission. New revolutionary technology to diagnose hearing loss in newborns and babies for Durham. Even most major Canadian hospitals are not equipped. Welcome to our new staff: Jill Taylor, Hospital for Sick Children who joins forces with Stella Maschas Wong, also an Audiologist from Sick Kids Hospital. Fact The first audiology practice in Durham to bring you real-ear probe microphone measurements. This advanced system allows precise fine tuning of hearing aids. Ajax-Pickering Audiology Clinic 831-8311 1885 Glenanna Rd., Suite 104 Pickering, Ontario L1V 6R6 (Located in the Pickering Medical Centre) Ajax Audiology Services 831-8311 95 Bayly St. W., Suite 303 Ajax, Ontario L1S 7K8 (Located in the Baywood Plaza) Whitby Hearing Centre 666-7726 1032 Brock St. S., Unit 4 Whitby, Ontario L1N 4L8 (Close to the 401, Brock Rd. 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One is circularity, affecting the small and sometimes large arteries, and the other is neuropathy, affecting the peripheral nerves and therefore, sensation. The small artery disease results from a thickening of the capillary basement mem- brane. This affects the lower extremity as it is farthest from the heart, and its diameter is already narrower than the smaller arteries elsewhere in the body. Exercise improves circulation by increasing both cardiac out- put and peripheral blood flow. It is also important for diabetics to give up smoking cigarettes, as nicotine is a vaso-constrictor (narrows blood vessel diameters). Peripheral neuropathy involves the inability of the diabetic patient to sense pain and other discomforts as well as an inability to sense between hot and cold temperatures. Pain is natures signal that something is wrong and must be tended to. Without this signal the diabetic often remains unaware that a problem exists. Combining the poorer circulation with a loss of sensation puts the diabetic patient at a much higher risk for foot problems. Pressure of the most minor type or small cuts can go unnoticed until these become full-blown problems that take much longer to resolve in the diabetic patient. Calluses and pressure sores are also more prevalent in the diabetic patient because the protective fat pad across the metatarsels (ball of the foot) thins out. Skin changes involves diminished sweating which leads to dry, scaly, cracked, and fis- sured skin. To accommodate the foot for changes in those pressure areas, orthotics insoles or accommodative footwear amy also be need- ed. Diabetic patients must be proactive (not reactive) and identify problems before they occur. If you follow this simple list of dos and don’ts, the diabetic patient is less likely to have serious foot problems. DO’S FOR THE DIABETIC - Examine feet daily. - Soak feet, but never longer than 10 minutes, to avoid excessive dryness. - Pat, don’t rub feet dry, drying espe- cially between the toes. - Cut nails straight across - Diabetic skin is dry, so use lanolin cream. - When bathing, test the bath water with your elbow. - Sleep with a pillow between your legs to prevent crossing. - Wear wool or cotton socks. - Always exercise and dress properly for the weather. - Orthotics to decrease pressure points. - Seek professional care for a proper treatment plan. DON’TS FOR THE DIABETIC - Don’t smoke. - Don’t cream between your toes. - Don’t wear tight socks or garters. Let’s Ask The PodiatristRonald J. Klein, B.Sc., D.P.M. Podiatrist- Foot Specialist Diabetes and Your Feet - Don’t wear shoes without socks. - Don’t wear rigid or mended socks. - Don’t wear tight fitting or fashion shoes. - Don’t cross your legs, it cuts off circulation. - Don’t walk bare foot, especially on hot surfaces such as pool decks or sandy beaches. - Don’t wear plastic or vinyl shoes, leather breathes. - Don’t use hot water bot- tles or heating pads. - Never cut your corns or calluses, and never use acid creams or medication corn plas- ters. It cannot be stressed strongly enough that patient education is most important in the successful treatment of a diabetic patient. The well informed, well treated diabetic will have healthier feet and therefore, will live a longer, healthier, and more productive life. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS YOU WOULD LIKE ANSWERED OR A TOPIC YOU WOULD LIKE ADDRESSED, SEND IT TO ASK THE PODIATRIST C/O THE NEWS ADVERTISER Better Health ADVERTISING FEATURE2001 2001 Good Digestion - The Key to Good Health! Health experts state that digestive and colon disorders cause more absen- teeism from work than any other disorders. Symptoms such as gas, bloating, burping, and cramping vary in severity from person to person, but these are all signs that there are imbalances in the digestive system. Many people who suffer these symptoms resign to living with them, but they should- n't have to. These symptoms are your body’s way of telling you to address the problem. Irritable bowel syndrome, colitis, diverticulitis, crohn’s disease and celiac disease all stem from a poorly functioning digestive system. Nutritionally, there are five main things you can do to help your digestive system function more optimally: A) Most importantly, eat a diet free of your food intolerances/allergens - dairy, wheat, sugar, beef, citrus and nuts are often irritants to the bowel if imbalanced. Choose lean meats (chicken, fish, turkey), rice, vegetables, and fruit. Beans are good fiber, but only if you digest them properly. i.e. they don’t cause bloating and extreme gas. If you are just beginning to add beans to your diet, do so slowly. B) Cleanse the colon. Seek the help of a professional before embarking on any herbal cleansing program. Colon Irrigation (“a professional enema”) is another way to clean the colon of toxic debris. There are professional practitioners who do this. C) Supply beneficial bacteria (aci- dophilus and bifidus) to the gut by eating yogurt and by supplementation. Antibiotics, birth control pills, cortisone, and diets containing highly refined flour and sugar contribute to an imbalance of good and bad bacteria in the colon. An overgrowth of yeast in the body can ensue. Note: If you have taken an antibiotic you should definitely be taking a beneficial bac- teria product for at least six weeks to help you get your gut back into proper balance. D) Support your digestive system with a digestive enzyme supplement. This is especially needed if you feel excessively heavy and/or bloated after meals. Eating a heavy processed food diet diminishes your body’s own supply of digestive enzymes thus needing to supplement. Enzymes are the spark plug in your body and many peo- ple over the age of thirty are in short sup- ply. E) If you have had your gallbladder removed then you are a candidate for need- ing digestive enzymes that contain bile. Your gallbladder stores bile, but because you no longer have one it can make the digestion of fats a lot more difficult. Also after a few years mineral deficiencies can creep in such as calcium, magnesium, iron, etc. Keeping the digestive system healthy is the most important thing you could do for your health. Many diseases and disorders (i.e. arthritis, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, lupus, chronic headaches, sinusitis and skin problems) can stem from colon imbalances, so do your self a favor - keep it balanced and supported. 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Aboriginal awareness day is Tuesday, with activities running from 10:30 a.m. to noon and from 1 to 3 p.m. Life stories and cere- monies of the past 500 years will be presented by Chief Top Leaf and the Native Cultural Centre of Durham Region. Participants will also have the chance to make their own spirit stone with representa- tives of the Frenchman’s Bay Wa- tershed Rehabilitation Project. Life in the 1800s is the theme for Wednesday and there will be a trip to an 1800s-era classroom, a chance to make a bookplate, but- ter-churning, candle-making, rope-making and a laundry dis- play. All the activities run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will be demon- strated by staff from the Pickering Museum Village. There will also be horse-drawn wagon rides from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Also on March 14, from 1 to 3 p.m., an organized game of ‘In- stincts for Survival’will be held at Alex Robertson Park, at the bot- tom of Sandy Beach Road. It’s or- ganized by the Toronto and Re- gion Conservation Authority and those interested should meet in the parking lot at the park. Techno Thursday runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with the day filled with technological fun. Events in- clude an emergency response, with firefighting equipment and a demonstration; Blizzard, a robot designed and operated by students from Woburn Collegiate’s com- puter studies program; computer- ized Lego; Rad suits; and Bill Nye videos. Monster Friday on March 16 is a movie day, with ‘Pokemon 2000’ at 10:30 a.m. and ‘Digi- mon’at 1 p.m. Popcorn will again be served. For the Monday, Tuesday and Friday activities, space is limited and tickets will be available 30 minutes before the events. Also, there are no activities be- tween noon and 1 p.m. on these days. The activities are being held in the Information Centre at the sta- tion, on Montgomery Park Road. For more information, call 839-1151, ext. 3917 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. or visit the Web site at www.ontariopowergenera- tion.com. Ajax-Pickering Toastmasters host speech contest The Ajax-Pickering Toastmasters club is getting set for two special meetings. First, the club hosts an internation- al speech and evaluation club contest Wednesday, March 14, while a week later on March 21, the local group wel- comes other Durham clubs for an area contest. The meetings are at the Pickering Nuclear Information Centre on Mont- gomery Park Road and begin at 7:15 p.m. with a meet and greet. Anyone interested in developing or improving public speaking, leadership and communication skills are invited out to the club’s regular meetings. For more information about the club or its weekly meeting schedule, call Mary-Anne Pietrusiak at 686- 1443 or Mariska Thomas at 686-2195 or by sending e-mail at marisk1@sym- patico.ca. Rally fans hit the road for CNIB The Canadian National Institute for the Blind is getting set for its sixth an- nual car rally. The Saturday, May 26 rally will raise funds for the services the organi- zation provides to more than 1,300 clients in Durham Region. Families and friends can enter with a minimum pledge of $100 or $250 for corporate teams. For more information, call the CNIB (905) 436-7732. COMING SOON! If your community based organization or event wants to be listed in this years edition fax us your Information. 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At present we are getting shafted by what any business person would call a MONOPOLY, but just wait for these mergers to come into play. “YOU AIN’T SEEN NOTHING YET”. The Bank of Canada reduced interest rates to stem the possibility of a recession, and stimulate consumer spending. Good luck if this is not passed on to the consumers. It will be interesting to see how fast rates go up when prime increas- es. (Probably faster than a speeding bullet). Despite all this garbage, property values should increase 6% to 8% over the next year as demand still exceeds supply. Spend a little more cautiously over the next year, to see if things stabilize. If your debt load is starting to become unmanageable, act now before it becomes a major problem, because then it is probably too late to fix. At Central Funding Group,Prime first mortgages are 1% below posted market rates, which can save thousands of dollars a year in interest. With good credit, second and third mortgages are available to 100% of the current value. Private mortgages are available at very competitive rates and terms, for those clients that do not quite fit into the normal lending stream. Till next time Glenn A. Campbell GOOD NEWS BAD NEWS Foresight Computer Services Will Help You With Your Technical Difficulties Computers are great when they’re working. Many of us can’t live or work without them. 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In the championship game, the Wolves had to battle from behind after dropping the first game 25-17 to Spank It (Toronto), rallying in the final two games to win by scores of 30-28 and 16-14. “We entered the Ontario/Quebec Di- vision I series because we felt the girls were able to compete at a higher level and they needed the challenge of better teams. This is one of the most promising teams in the province,” said head coach Tom DeJong, who has been a coach with the Wolves’ organization since 1992. The junior girls’ team has also won the gold medal at the Tier I Provin- cial Cup, Challenge Cup and the Ontario Open this season. The Ganaraska Wolves volleyball teams are broken down into four girls’ and boys’ age lev- els: bantam (12-14), midget (15-16), ju- venile (17-18) and junior (19-20). A/P PAGE 20 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 11, 2001 Sports &LEISURE NEWS ADVERTISER march 11, 2001 Can junior hockey clubs afford to win? Early playoff exit of Durham Region teams exposes interesting dilemma BY BRAD KELLY Staff Editor It’s only March, but if you want to watch some junior hockey action of any kind, the Oshawa Generals are the only game in town. From one end of the Durham Region to the other and beyond, ju- nior hockey teams have fallen by the wayside early in the playoff season. At the provincial junior league level, Pickering, Ajax, Oshawa and Bowmanville were all casualties of the first round. Even a little further to the east, Cobourg was eliminat- ed in the opening round and Port Hope didn’t manage to make the playoffs — as hard as that is to do. In Jr. C, Port Perry also made a hasty exit, getting swept in four straight games in the first round. The only team around that has had any measure of success in the play- offs is Uxbridge, which made it out of the first round and are in the Central League finals. Is it a coincidence that just about every team in Durham Re- gion failed to go deep into the play- offs? Mike Laing, director of hockey operations for the Bowmanville Eagles, doesn’t think so. He says the growing number of junior hockey teams operating in Ontario is making it difficult to ice a cham- pionship-calibre team each year. “Look at how many players are needed to fill all of the hockey clubs,” he said, pointing to the 37 teams in the Provincial Junior League, as well as Jr. C teams and other Jr. B leagues in the province. “Just the number of leagues tells you there are too many teams in Ontario.” Murray Parliament, the coach and general manager of the Port Perry MoJacks, concurs with that reasoning. “For our club, we are surrounded by Jr. C and Jr. A teams so we have a restricted drawing area. The competition for players is extremely difficult.” The philosophy of some of the local junior teams also may help to explain the lack of playoff success. In Oshawa, the general manager of the Legionaires, Pete Vipond, says his hockey club makes a priority of giving local players a chance to make the team. “We’re staying local,” vows Vipond, who has been with Os- hawa for 15 years. “You have good years and bad, but overall we’ve been very fortunate. We are going to give the Oshawa and Whitby kids a place to play.” Parliament adds that his team also caters to local players. But even that is getting harder to do. “We still have 10 or 12 really good hockey players in our own system or area, but the balance of the players who make up the team aren’t as strong as they used to be.” Most agree teams that get into the second round of playoffs and beyond have either an expanded budget, or carry a roster of 18 to 20 year olds. In the case of some teams, they do both. “Most of the successful teams have to import quite a few players,” claims Vipond. That’s with the ex- ception of the Toronto clubs, he adds. While using imports to build a hockey club is common at the Jr. A level, it’s difficult to do for Jr. C teams. “We are restricted to the number of imports,” that can be used says Parliament, noting each team can only have four. “Very few Jr. C teams in Ontario,” bring in imports, he adds. Though the season seems to be ending earlier each year, because of financial restrictions and too many teams in a concentrated area, it may be a long time before a local team celebrates a championship. “We want to stay local and put a good product on the ice,” says Laing, adding, “To go to the finals you have to room and board about 10 to 15 players and I’m not sure many teams are prepared to do that. “If you carry 15 to 17 year olds, you will never compete for a cham- pionship in our league. To make a serious run you need older players, but they come with a price tag.” Indeed, aside from assessing the talent on the ice, in today’s market- place, the dilemma facing junior hockey executives is can they af- ford to win, and on the flipside, can they afford to lose? Junior hockey teams in Durham have all been sidelined early this year in the playoffs. Some critics say the sheer numbers of clubs make it difficult for championship teams to be assembled. The Pick- ering Panthers and Ajax Axemen, seen here in a game during the regular season, exited the playoffs in the first round. Members of the Ganaraska Wolves junior girls’ volleyball team are, back row, from left: Sara Hartmann, Julia Hall, Stacey Gordon, Lindsay Richmond, Michelle Kopka; front row: Melonie Allin, Laura Pearson, Natalie Coley, Krista Klawitter, Ju- dith Thompson, and April DeCoste (laying down). The coaches are Tom DeJong and Craig Matthie. Junior Wolves win gold Panthers star in quarter-final playoff series PICKERING —The Pickering Panthers major peewee select hockey team brought the Richmond Hill Stars down to earth after eliminating them from further playoff action. The Panthers won the best-of-three quarter-final series two games to one to advance to the semifinal. In the crucial third game, the Pan- thers fired on all cylinders to pile up a 6- 0 victory to end the series. Pickering dominated Richmond Hill from the opening whistle. The Panthers won Game 2 5-4 in an exciting, well-played contest. The major peewee selects came out flat in the se- ries opener and, as a consequence, suf- fered a 6-2 defeat to Richmond Hill. Pickering Ball Hockey LeaguePBHL BALL HOCKEY Call to Register 905-839-9638 www.ballhockeygta.com Bikes & Boards Ski & Board Tuning 889 WESTNEY RD. 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I want to earn your business and trust!Michel Saikali Registration Dates PICKERING - DON BEER ARENA Sunday, March 18 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. AJAX COMMUNITY CENTRE Saturday, March 17 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. PICKERING SOCCER CLUB REGIONAL AND REP PLAYERS WANTED Our Regional Boys U14 team is looking for A few good young men to round up A great squad. Please contact Chris Jadoo (905) 426-2629 or Andre Juman (905) 619-0278 Girls U12 Rep team is also looking For players. Contact Steve Reeves (905) 420-2511 Check our website pickeringsoccer.com PICKERING —The 12th an- nual Bay Ridges Hockey Tourna- ment will take to the ice again this year for some fun and to raise funds for a community project. This year’s event for players ages 30 and over is slated for the Don Beer Arena April 27 and 28. And, as in past years, a number of events will surround the actual tournament. A clown will entertain children and adults alike, starting at 2 p.m. on April 28. A family skate is also planned for Satur- day afternoon from 1 to 2 p.m. Once again, eight teams will play in the tourna- ment. Teams will be chosen at a special draft night at Papps Restaurant, Pickering Home and Design Cen- tre, Brock Road and Hwy. 401, on Thursday,April 12 at 7:30 p.m. The entry fee is $45 per player. All teams will be guaranteed two games and all players will receive a team sweater. Player applications can be picked up at Papps or at the Don Beer Arena on Dillingham Road. This year, funds from the proceeds go to the Wanderers Rugby Club to continue the organization’s junior rugby program. For more information, call Kevin Morgan at 426-8989 (days) or 837- 1883 (evenings). 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Milbury has fired five coaches in the past five and a half years including himself twice. It's the second time Goring has coached the Islanders; the first was in 1994-96, the lockout year. The change came hot on the heels of a 6-0 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning, another sorry franchise. You would think new owner Charles Wang would gas Milbury before he wreaks more havoc, but Wang has given his GM a vote of confidence saying he'll be back next season. If you're an Islanders' fan, this has to be the worst news of all time. There was a time, not long ago in fact, when the Islanders seemed to be moving in the right direction. The team had a solid young defence with Kenny Jonsson, Bryan McCade, Scott Lachance and Darius Kasparaitus. Then along came Bryan Berard, who was named NHL rookie of the year. Up front there was Ziggy Palffy, Travis Green and Todd Bertuzzi and Tommy Salo was the goalie. But Milbury has torn apart the Islanders. His dumbest move came at last year's draft when he traded goalie Roberto Luongo to Florida to get the first pick in the draft to take 18 year old goalie Rick DiPietro. Now DiPietro might turn out to be a great goalie, but so might Luongo. And Milbury passed on the opportunity to add a young gun like Dany Heatley or Marian Gaborik or a defenceman like Rostislav Klesla to get DiPietro. Dumb, dumb, dumb. The Islanders, who will miss the playoffs for a seventh straight year, won't begin to get better until Milbury is fired. It'll be four straight years for the Rangers. And with goalie Mike Richter out for the season with a knee injury and top scorer Theoren Fleury in rehab, the future does not look good. Glen Sather has done nothing in his first year as Ranges' GM. Oh well New Yorkers, there's always the New Jersey Devils. (Mike Brophy is senior writer for The Hockey News). CANADA HARDWOOD FLOORING INC. Showroom Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 9-5 p.m., Fri. 9-6 p.m., Sat. 10-3 p.m. (905) 420-3285 1550 BAYLY ST. UNIT 17, PICKERING Thinking of Hardwood or Laminates ... Come Talk to the Professionals ... It’s ALL WE DO (905) AT&T Canada 1-888-288-2273 Bell Canada 1-877-647-1010 Bell Mobility 1-800-667-0123 TELUSMobility/Clearnet 1-888-253-2763 Fido 1-888-481-FIDO Futureway Communications 1-877-326-2232 Group Telecom 1-877-484-5101 Rogers AT&T Wireless 1-800-268-7347 Sprint Canada 1-888-345-0714 TELUS 1-877-310-6110 D ON’T FORGET THE MUSHROOMS, EXTRA CHEESE AND THE AREA CODE. Local 10-digit dialing in the 905 communities starts April 7, 2001. And here’s a big tip: Start dialing 10 digits now and reprogram equipment with speed and auto dialers. Like fax machines, phones and dial-up Internet connections. For more information, get the works by visiting us at www.addthecode.com 905 voice reminders start April 7th, 2001. Mandatory 10 digit dialing for all 905 local calls starts June 9th, 2001. Career Training500 CRUISE SHIP TRAINING - In co-operation with Royal Car- ibbean Cruise Lines. Next course in April. Train at Dur- ham College, Whitby for many possible positions on board. Multiple languages an asset. Must be 21 years of age and have resume. Call 905-721- 3340. HOW TO START A SMALL BUSINESS course at Durham College, Whitby Campus. Topics: legal forms, start-up costs & info., financing, mar- keting, purchasing, financial statements, analysis, & plan- ning. Sat. & Sun. March 17, 18, 31 & April 1st. Call Joy 905-721-3332. PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL.....Certifica- tion Preparation at our Centre for Project Management. Pre- pare to write the PMP exam. Next course (60 hours) starts March 23rd. Durham College, Whitby Campus. Call Joy for information 905-721-3332. Careers505 ALLSTATE-Looking for a ca- reer in Insurance Sales? Are you currently in an Insurance Sales position with no oppor- tunity for career advance- ment? At Allstate, we're grow- ing in Durham. We offer; Un- limited income potential, Guaranteed salary plus com- missions, Employee benefits and the opportunity to run your own agency. Please send resumes to: Tom Rose C/0 Allstate, 22 Stevenson Rd. South, Oshawa L1J 5L9. Fax: 725-3295 or Call: 725–2268 ARE YOU LOOKING for a dy- namic career? We are looking for leaders who are highly motivated, self starters, to ex- pand our financial services business, Ask for Janet (905) 436–8499 DO YOU WANT to make more money? do you want to work in a fun, friendly environment? If you want to get ahead, we'll train you. Call Sarah (905)426-1103. MICROSOFT CERTIFIED....... Systems Engineer, at Durham College Whitby Campus. This fast-paced instructor-led cer- tification training program will teach the skills to open new IT career doors. This "Network Engineer" program has funding assistance available to quali- fied. May 2001 start date at our top rated college. For in- terview or information call El- len 905-721-3334. OPEN HOUSE-MICROSOFT Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) information session on Wednesday March 21st, 7 p.m. sharp at Durham Col- lege, Whitby Campus, 1610 Champlain Ave., Whitby. MCSE start date May, 2001. Highest quality IT training, fast-paced, instructor-led cer- tification at top rated college. Funding (inc. E.I.) to qualified. $500. coupon avail. Call Ellen 905-721-3334 General Help510 HAIR STYLIST & Nail Tech Wanted for Pickering salon. salary/commission. Also CHAIR RENTAL. Good oppor- tunity. For information call Christine (905)837–9337 or (416)606-3097. CAM-SCOTT TRANSPORT re- quires AZ drivers, Ontario/ Quebec runs, paid on P/U's & drops plus flat rate. Trailer Loads & LTL. Fax resume to 905-831-5979 or phone 905- 831-3656 A RARE OPPORTUNITY - es- tablished NYSE and TSE com- pany, recently launched in Canada, requires excellent communicators. Home-based business, lucrative commis- sions, bonuses, and residuals. http://ZibGib.com/mikeg 723- 4758 A-Z DRIVERS wanted to run USA/Canada. Clean abstract. One year experience. Home weekends. Call 1-800-551- 9397 (9-5 pm) Fax resume to 613-968-7477. ACCESS TO A COMPUTER? Work from home on-line, $1500-$3500 PT/FT, log onto www.ecglobalincome.com or toll free 1-877-999-0327. ALL STUDENTS and unem- ployed start now!! full time and summer seasonal, 18 yeas plus. No exp. necessary. lst l00 applicants will be inter- viewed. Scholarship available Call Tina 686–9586 CALL TODAY!!Start tomor- row. Need immediate work- ers, weekly pay, 18+. Call Rita 686–2442. EARN $200., $300., $500., or more per week, assembling products in the comfort of your own home. Send a self- addressed stamped envelope to: O.P.H. 6-2400 Dundas St. W., Suite 541, Ref 636, Mis- sissauga, Ont. L5K 2R8. GARAGE DOOR Installers needed. Experience required. Fax resume 905-723-3907 COURIER DRIVERS with cars can earn up to $650+/weekly With vans can earn up to $1000+/weekly servicing Dur- ham and GTA. (905)427-8093. DRIVER - 25 yrs.+ preferred. Some heavy lifting. Good ap- pearance, punctual, hard working honest individual re- quired. Clean driving license a must. Immediate - Mike Holmes 416-399-7412 ECE REQUIRED for daycare in Pontypool. Experience an as- set. For more information contact Pam at 705-277-3019 GREAT STUDENT JOB. Part- time hours now, full-time in summer. Training provided. Call Randy (905)426-1103. ECE TEACHER & Supervisor. Medical benefits package. Position available immediate- ly. Fax resume to 905-831- 9777 or phone 905-831-9808 ECE with computer experi- ence required for teaching, part time to full time. Good hours & pay. Car necessary. E-mail resume to: kidz@kidzncomputerz.com 905-438–0239 EXPERIENCED COURIER drivers wanted, full-time/part- time, must own vehicle, sal- ary. Call after 6 p.m. 905-619- 3152. EXPERIENCED- Full Time Line Cook for evenings. Apply with resume to the Fitzrichard Pub, 575 Thornton Rd. N. #11 Oshawa. FAMILY GROUP SUPPORT FACILITATOR - part time sup- porting families with adults with disabilities toward com- munity inclusion in Ajax/Pick- ering/Whitby. Resumes to Support to Aging Families Project 278 Kerrybrook Dr. Richmond Hill. L4C 3R1 FRESH AIR,exercise and more. Call for a carrier route in your area today. 905-683– 5117. GROUNDS MAINTENANCE Forepersons and Lead Hands required immediately for full- time work. Excellent hourly rate. Benefits available. Ex- perience required. Apply in person to the OGS Landscape Group at 5515 Thickson Road North, Brooklin or fax resume to 905-655-8092 or E-mail to ogs@sympatico.ca NOW HIRING ALL POSITIONS Cooks, Servers & Greeters If you believe in giving customers “WOW” service, there’s room on our team for you. DRIVERS NEEDED CASH PAID NIGHTLY MUST HAVE OWN CAR Drop Resumes In Person 75 CONSUMERS DRIVE, WHITBY No phone calls please. 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. BEDWELL VANLINES Full time AZ , DZ & G DRIVERS Rate based on experience. Benefits. Call (905) 686-0002 THE NEWS ADVERTISER is looking for prospects to deliver newspapers and flyers to the following areas ✰✰✰✰✰✰✰ AJAX Todd Rd. Hibbins Ave. Maggs St. Delaney Dr. Daniels Cres. Matthews St. Cedar St. Durham St. Kent St. Elgin St. Beatty Rd. Knapton Ave. Ambassador St. Burcher Rd. Billingsgate Cres. Tulloch Dr. Emperor St. Hurley Rd. Rollo Dr. Leach Dr. Hewitt Cres. Spiers Cres. Sallis Dr. Gates Cres. ✰✰✰✰✰✰✰ FOR FURTHER INFORMATION 905-683-5117 “TECS” - Training • Education • Careers • Schooling “TECS” - Training • Education • Careers • Schooling Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser CLASSIFIEDS To Place Your Ad In Ajax or Pickering Call: 683-0707 E-Mail address: classifieds@durhamnews.net Web Site: www.durhamnews.net Get quality training at excellent prices! Job Placement Assistance • Unemployment insurance recipients welcome • Funding available for those who qualify • Over 90% success rate • Individual attention • Unlimited lab time • Hands-on training AuthorizedPROMETRIC TESTING CENTER™ Registered and Approved as a Vocational School under the Private Vocational School Act. BEST PRICES IN TOWN PICKERING CAMPUS 1550 Kingston Rd. (1 Block W. of Brock Rd.) Tel: (905) 831-8888 DAY, WEEKEND & EVENING CLASSES Testing Centre Open 7 days a week Testing Site Code ON 96 We offer the HIGHEST QUALITY training in Durham Region for E-COMMERCE and NETWORKING. Our Programs are CUSTOMIZED with YOUR INDIVIDUAL NEEDS in mind • Oracle 8i DBA • Windows 2000 Accelerated Exam 70-240 • Sun Certified JAVA Programmer • A+ Certification • MCSE 2000 Full time/Part time • CCNA, CCNP MCSE NT 4.0 To MCSE 2000 Upgrade 100% Success Rate • Diploma in E-Commerce • Diploma in Networking Engineering • Diploma in Computerized Accounting • Office 2000 (MOUS) • Programming Fundamentals • Web Design UNIX Sun Certified System Administrator Starting Soon Limited Seats Available Enroll Today Computer Assembly And Troubleshooting March Break Special 25 Hours $200.00 For Kids Age 10 and Above School of Business Other Classes Starting Soon: Accounting & Payroll Admin Small Business Manager I.T. Technician Network Administrator Travel & Tourism Web Design/E-commerce Exec. Office Assistant Legal Admin. Assistant Begin your new career in ESTHETICS and SALON OPERATIONS with a diploma from THE TORONTO SCHOOL OF BUSINESS • Manicures / Pedicures • Facials • Make-up • Aromatherapy • Client Consultation • Salon Operations/Computers • Skin Treatments • Hair Removal/Waxing • Body Treatments/Aromatherapy • Body Massage/Relexology • Professional Skills/Jobsearch Training includes: Call for class information. Seats are limited! Helping You Build a Better Life Financial assistance may be available to qualified candidates. Pickering Campus 1450 Kingston Rd. Pickering (905) 420-1344 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 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. 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help PAGE 22- NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 11, 2001 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net FULL TIME, GOOD MONEY, no exp, 18+, you will be dis- tributor of name-brand servic- es and merchandise, 905- 426-8865. www.JuiceBy- You.com RESIDENT MANAGER - We require a resident manager for a high rise apartment building in the Brampton area. Couples only need apply. Female part of the team, must be capable of doing office work. Male part of the team, must be capable of doing maintenance in the building, overseeing cleaning staff and trades and would be in complete charge of the building. Salary plus apart- ment, plus medical and dental plan after three month trial pe- riod. Please fax your resume to: (905) 453-1630. If neces- sary, we will train the correct couple. HAIRSTYLIST required for Natural Solutions Spa in Pick- ering. Please call Mimmo 416-417-3218 HOMEWORKERS NEEDED! To assemble our products. Free information. Send SASE to: Kraft, #8-7777 Keele St., Dept. 7, Concord, ON L4K 1Y7 LUBE TECHNICIAN PLUS AS- SISTANT MANAGER - full and part time, hourly wage plus bonus. Experience needed. Valid drivers license. Apply at Pennzoil, 195 Westney Rd. S. of 401 Ajax. (905) 427–6796 CONTRACT DELIVERY DRIVERS WANTED for expanding deliv- ery service for deliv- ery of food, flowers, prescriptions, etc. Paid Cash daily Small car preferable No exp. Necessary Call Rob or Bob 686–6103 12pm-12am New Reservation Centre Opening for Discount Car & Truck Rentals. Highly motivated people needed with the following qualities: • Pleasant, confident voice • PC literate • Previous call centre / telemarketing experience • Desire to provide excellent customer service Successful candidates will be greeted with paid training and a friendly work atmosphere. Send your resume to: 101 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa, Ont. L1G 4S4 FAX: (905) 432-2253 EMAIL: tdunn@discountcar.com Our Mississauga-based firm has local opportunities to hire and train UTILITY LOCATORS We are looking for energetic, self-motivated people who enjoy working outdoors. You must have an excellent driving record, great interpersonal skills and be a team player. Please submit resumes to: multiVIEW Inc. fax: 905-629-7379 Email: locates@multivew.ca JOB OPPORTUNITIES Christian Organization that supports individ- uals with developmental disabilities is re- cruiting applicants with empathy, sensitivi- ty and commitment for FT, PT and Relief po- sitions in the Durham area. Qualifications: •Relevant education and experience in the helping profession •Valid driver's license •Willingness to work shifts including weekends. Forward resume to : Manager of Services and Supports Fax (416) 630-2579 We thank all those who respond, but only those candidates who qualify for an interview will be contacted. JOBS AVAILABLE NOW! Pickering, Ajax We have long term jobs for men and women in your area immediately available on all shifts. Many can lead to full-time employment. Safety shoes a must. Job $8.00 and up. We need: • Order Pickers, experienced, for parts warehouse at Brock/Bayly • Bindery Workers - Pickering, some 12-hour shifts • General Labourers, Pickering, Ajax Apply to:Global Human Resource Centre, recruiting on Monday, March 12, 2001,10am to 3:00pm, at A.S.C., 95 Bayly Street W, #502, Ajax (Medical professional building, west of Harwood, across from Wendy's). All other weekdays, apply 10am-3pm Global Human Resources 777 Warden Ave., #217,Scarboro (below Eglinton) MANAGER TRAINEES CUSTOMER SERVICE REPS CAR ATTENDANTS Discount Car and Truck Rentals Requires reliable and enthusiastic F/T + P/T people for our Durham Region locations. You must have valid G/G2 drivers license and customer service experience. GREAT GROWTH POTENTIAL! Please Submit Resume to: 101 Simcoe St. N. Oshawa, Ont. L1G 4S4 FAX: (905) 432-2253 EMAIL: tdunn@discountcar.com Social Worker ($50,791 to $56,435) Reporting to the Area Superintendent and the Chief Social Worker, the school social worker provides services to elementary and secondary students and their families in an attempt to alleviate emotional, social and behavioural difficulties which are inhibiting the student academically. The school social worker will also act as a resource to school personnel. Interested applicants are encouraged to send a covering letter and detailed resume to: Sharon E. Jones, Employee Relations Officer/Hiring Durham District School Board, 400 Taunton Rd., E., Whitby, ON L1R 2K6 Fax: 905-666-6339 Email:EmployeeRelations_Hiring@durham.edu.on.ca Deadline for applications is Tuesday, March 20, 2001 @ 4:30 P.M. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only those to be interviewed will be contacted. 1. M.S.W. with relevant and extensive experience in assessment of children and adolescents and their families and in the provision of individual, family and group counselling. 2. Membership in the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. 3. Working knowledge of community social service agencies, their mandate, programs and personnel. 4. Effective written and verbal communication skills. 5. Effective interpersonal skills. 6. Effective skills in cooperative planning and action. 7. The ability to communicate effectively with staff, students and public. Qualifications: The News Advertiser Is looking for reliable people to insert and deliver papers and flyers door to door every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday in the Pickering area. Deliveries must be completed by 6:00 pm. Must have a vehicle. For more information call 905-683–5117 CAREER OPPORTUNITY Our revenues have increased by 100% over the past 5 years. Due to the increased demand or our products and services, we are seeking CAREER MINDED INDIVIDUALS To join our team of sales professionals who earn between $25,000 - $80,000 annually. The successful candidate would be highly moti- vated, goal oriented and possess a strong work ethic with a high level of integrity. The person we are looking for must have 5 years experience in the work force and the ability to devote the time an energy needed to start a challenging and rewarding career, We provide professional training with pay. Full range of dental/medical benefits, company pension and vacation pay. RELIABLE CAR NECESSARY DO NOT PREJUDGE For interview call Gary Gentles PINE RIDGE MEMORIAL GARDENS (905) 427-5416 Prepare for industry certification in (905) 420-1344 Pickering Campus, 1450 Kingston Rd. www.tsb.ca As the world’s networking environment grows, so do the opportunities in this exciting career field! Courses include: • Installation • Configuration • Operating Systems • Peer-To-Peer Networking • Windows 2000 2001 Census Representatives Needed Now The next national census will take place on May 15, 2001. Statistics Canada requires Census Representatives to complete census collection activities in Pickering area. Candidates must demonstrate: • previous experience in dealing with the public; • ability to complete field duties as required, follow written instructions, and read maps. Requirements: • pass a written test designed to measure arithmetical skills and ability to follow written instructions and read maps; • full time access to a car and a valid driver’s licence in Ontario; • be 18 years of age or over; • work from April 27, 2001 to mid-June including evenings, weekends and holidays as required (this is not an office job - extensive outdoor work required); • English essential. Pay: Approximately $1000.00 for 6 weeks of work Please use the following reference number when applying for this position: 3117000-3 Apply to:Census Area Manager Fax: (905) 887-5141 Closing date: March 19, 2001 We thank all applicants, but only those demonstrating the required qualifications will be contacted. Make the Call Minacs Worldwide is the largest Canadian contact centre company, employing approximately 2300 people across 11 attractive facilities in Canada, the United States and Europe. Minacs Worldwide designs, delivers and manages multi-media contact centre solutions that enable the CRM strategies of its clients. Our clients, some of the world's largest Corporations, depend on us for world-class service and, in turn, we rely on our world-class employees to deliver. Training and Development Specialists Minacs Worldwide Inc. is searching for Delivery Specialists and Design Specialists for our Oshawa location. Delivery - Your role will be to meet the training needs of internal and external customers primarily through the delivery of call centre and developmental training. This will also require you to analyze training needs, identify and close gaps in existing training programs, and evaluate participants. Design - Your role will be to meet the training needs of internal and external customers primarily through the design of call centre and developmental training. The design of new call centre training requires you to work with a cross-functional team to implement new business on a project by project basis. You will be required to analyze training requirements, design and develop the training program, deliver the first training session, and evaluate the program. Full time or Contract positions are available. Both positions will consult with department heads. Candidates must have 2 years of relevant instructional delivery or design experience, preferably in a call centre environment and with experience in leadership and technical training. This opportunity will allow you to work with a variety of industries including Government, Manufacturing, Automotive, and Food. Bilingualism (English/French, or English/Spanish) and knowledge of Microsoft Office would be an asset. Some travel required. Candidates are to indicate a preference for a Design or Delivery position at time of application.The successful candidates will enjoy a competitive remuneration package and a bright and modern working environment with the support of a dynamic team of professionals.Some travel required. Please send résumés by e-mail to humanresources@minacs.com or by fax to 905-707-8999. ADVANCING CUSTOMER COMMUNICATIONS Visit us at www.minacs.com We are an equal opportunity employer. If you’re looking for a new challenge, or a better opportunity, then make the call! Minacs is a leading force in customer relationship management.You could become part of a dynamic company in one of the fastest growing industries today. 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help • Corporate and Leisure Retail Travel • Ticketing • Computer Reservation Systems • Sales Skills • Car Rental Management • Cruises • Internet PICKERING CAMPUS 1450 Kingston Rd. (905) (905) 420-1344420-1344 www.tsb.cawww.tsb.ca 510 General Help Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 11, 2001-PAGE 23 JOIN THE WINNING TEAM!Due to phenomenal growth, the Thirsty Penguin @ Canlan Ice sports Oshawa is currently seeking PT/FT Serv- ers and Cooks. Must be flexi- ble, reliable, energetic, ex- perienced and a team player! Please drop off resumes @ Canlan Ice Sports Oshawa, 1401 Phillip Murray Ave., Oshawa, or fax to (905)725- 7051 ATTN: Restaurant Man- ager. No phone calls please. LOOKING FOR an honest, re- liable full time handy person. Must have experience in gen- eral repairs, plumbing and electrical. Some knowledge in electric water heaters/water softeners would be an asset. Neat in appearance and clean driving record required. Must be able to start immediately. Fax resume to (905) 666- 8298. SUPERINTENDENT COUPLE required for luxury condomin- ium building in North Whitby. Salary plus apartment, 90% cleaning, good attitude. Fax resume to Att: Property Man- ager: 905-430-6265. LOSE WEIGHT LIKE crazy & earn extra income. Guar- anteed all natural. 1-877-418- 2110 www.4everslim.com ac- cess code 87874. MAID SERVICE Requires reli- able cleaners for residential, daytime only, part-time posi- tions to start immediately. Ex- perience preferred, but not necessary. Own transportation required. Serious inquiries only (905) 686–9160. MATURE PART TIME book- keeper required for small of- fice in Oshawa, own car needed, telephone (905) 433– 4671 NATIONAL WASTE SERVICES seeking DZ DRIVER/PITCHER. Must be a team player, 4 days a week. Northumberland resi- dential contact. Please fax re- sume with drivers abstract to 1-905-831-3258. NEW UPSCALE SALON open- ing in Whitby requires full & part-time stylists with experi- ence and clientele. Fax re- sume to (905)665-6982. PART-TIME EXPERIENCED Esthetician and make-up artist wanted by well established beauty salon, downtown Oshawa. Private room. For in- terview please call Mrs. Weiss 905-436-6333 RELIABLE HOUSECLEANERS needed Monday to Friday. Must have own vehicle, bond- able, reliable and customer friendly. Call for appt. 905- 426–2254 or fax resume to: 905-426-9531. STRONG VOICES NEEDED. Telephone sales, no experi- ence necessary. 10:00am- 4:00pm and/or ideal for stud- ents 4:45-8:00pm Dundas/ Thickson area Salary plus commission. 905-579–6222 TELEMARKETERS NEEDED $11/hr + commission. 9-5pm Monday - Friday. Markham/ Steeles location. Full training provided in a computerized environment. Call Liz 1-888- 268-5120. 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. JIFFY LUBE now hiring Lubri- cation Technicians with ex- cellent customer relations skills and a strong desire for advancement. Accepting resumes Thursday, March 15 between 10:00am-1:00 pm at Jiffy Lube, 516 Brock St. N. Whitby. A brief on-site inter- view will be conducted. TRUCK DRIVER for small sheet metal company, knowl- edge of GTA, and valid G li- cense required. Some heavy lifting. $11.00 per hr. Call 905- 428–9881. VALENTINO'S requires hair stylists interested in being trained to become colour specialists. Full training pro- vided. Call (905)666–3805 WANTED: DANCERS, Short Order cook, wait staff, and door person for exotic dance club. Apply in person 947 Dil- lingham Rd. or for more infor- mation call (905)420–2595. 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. Salon & Spa Help514 Skilled & Technical Help515 SANDING PERSON required for local wood finishing shop. Full time days plus benefits. Fax resume to 905-983–1051 BUSY, ESTABLISHED wood finishing shop in Durham Re- gion requires wood finisher with a minimum of 10 years experience to supervise shop. Partnership possibilities. Sal- ary and benefits. Send resume to Box #1870, The Canadian Statesman, 62 King St. W., P.O. Box 190, Bowmanville, Ont. L1C 3K9 FIXTURE MAKER required for Automotive Manufacturing plant in Oshawa. Must be able to work independently throughout the complete build process. apply to: THIS WEEK, File #663, P.O. Box 481, 865 Farewell St. Oshawa, ON, L1H 7L5. Q.A./INSPECTOR Machine shop and precision sheet metal mfg. Requires min. 3 yrs. exp. CMM exp. an asset. Scarb. location. Top Wages & Benefits. Day shift. Fax re- sume in confidence to: (416)291-3233. Office Help525 EXPERIENCED REAL ESTATE Secretary required for busy Pickering office. Must be available to work evenings and weekends. Fax resumes to: Ron Gordon 905-831-8147 OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR/ BOOKKEEPER required for National Waste Services. A rapidly growing waste and re- cycling company located in Pickering. Experience in Mi- crosoft Word/Excel, Simply Accounting preferred. Well organized with excellent tele- phone manners and typing skills required. Please fax re- sume with salary expectations to Danny (905)831-3258. PICKERING OFFICE-General duties, F/T asap, A/P, A/R, phones, order entry, filing, - Word Excel, French an asset. Wage neg. for skills. Fax re- sume: 905-837-1478. OSHAWA PART TIME BOOK- KEEPER required by Golf course with restaurant and banquet hall experience. Also experience in Microsoft Word/ Excel, AccPac Plus and Simply Accounting preferred. Send resume with references and hourly rate/salary expec- tations to File #664 Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, Ontario. LlH 7L5 OSHAWA - full time assistant required for office and busi- ness operations of Golf Course with catering hall/res- taurant. Computer, reception- ist and customer service skills essential. 40-60 hr. work week including certain weekends. University stud- ents welcome to apply. Send resume with references to File #664 Oshawa This Week, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, Ontario. LlH 7L5 RECEPTIONIST REQUIRED full-time for fast-paced com- pany. Must be experienced, and have references. Fax re- sume to (905)837-1673 or call (905)831–2333. ADMINISTRATION Assistant is required by Classic Cellu- lar-authorized Rogers AT&T wireless dealer in Ajax. The candidate must have experi- ence in Microsoft Word/Excel. Basic accounting knowledge and good sense in mathemat- ics, well organized with excel- lent telephone manners and typing skills are required. Please fax resume with salary expectations to 905-686-8021 Sales Help & Agents530 LADIES CLOTHING STORE IN AJAX requires store manag- ers with minimum 5 yrs ex- perience. Assistant managers with sales experience, full & part-time positions. Please fax resume to (416)241-1156 attention: Alexandra Bradshaw. HOME DECORATING busi- ness requires: Office Man- agement/Customer Service/ Sales Support Person. Can- didate must possess keen business sense, strong work ethic w/minimal supervision, systematic organizer. Please fax (905)839-9415 PERRY HOUSE CHILD CARE is now hiring ECEs, Assis- tants, Van Drivers, Supply Staff and an Experienced Cook. Please submit your re- sume to 129 Perry Street, Whitby, Ont. L1N 4B7 Hospital/Medical/ Dental535 CHIROPRACTIC ASSISTANT needed part-time leading to full-time. Drop resume at 3000 Garden St., Suite 208 Monday & Thursday from 3pm-7pm. (905)430–1341 DENTAL ASSISTANT/RECEP- TIONIST for dental office in Ajax. 2 yrs. recent exp., Lo- gitech experience, HARP cert. committed and dependable. Part time with full time poten- tial. Fax resume to: 416-483- 1391. DENTAL ASSISTANT/recep- tionist required full time for large Pickering practice. Evening and Saturday hours required. Fax resume to (905) 831-7094 or call Tracy (905) 831-6666. DENTAL HYGIENIST needed part time for friendly family practice. Please fax resume to 905-435-0863. DENTAL RECEPTIONIST needed for busy Pickering practice. Fax resumes to: (905) 839-3322. Ajax - Pickering SALES DEALERS NEEDED AVON EARN CASH NO QUOTAS AND THINK SPRING! CALL PAULINE (905) 655-8898 or For Long Distance Only 1-866-888-5288 or Pauline Avon@Hotmail.com Hourly Rate + Commission + Bonus A Canadian business publisher requires independent representatives with business- to-business telemarketing experience to work from home. The ideal candidate will have a professional telephone manner and be self-motivated. Please call Peter Hall at 905-566-1308. PURCHASING Entry level position, typing & computer skills essential. Inventory experience. Full or part-time. Scarborough East Manufacturer con- sumer products. Fax resume to: (416) 282-8150 EXPERIENCED HAIRSTYLIST& APPRENTICE Required full time for trendy salon in Pickering. 426–2005 THE NEWS ADVERTISER is looking for prospects to deliver newspapers and flyers to the following areas ✰✰✰✰✰✰✰ PICKERING Sandcherry Crt. Thicket Cres. Copley Dr. Fawndale Rd. Riverview Cres. Valley Gate Rougevalley Dr. Petunia Crt. Hoover Dr. Littleford St. Howell Cres. Secord St. White Pine Cres. Dyson Rd. Rosebank Rd. S. Rougemount Dr. McLeod Cres. Oakwood Dr. Toynevale Rd. Marksbury Rd. Victory Dr. Westshore Blvd. 1331 Glenanna Swan Place Erin Gate Blvd. ✰✰✰✰✰✰✰ FOR FURTHER INFORMATION 905-683-5117 PART TIME Floral Merchandisers Base hourly wage plus commission. Fax resumes to 416-249-5182 NEED A JOB???? Last Year YMCA Durham Employment Services helped over 1,000 youth find employment. We can help YOU too!!! Fast, Free, Friendly Service Call today ... (905) 427-7670 or 1-866-964-JOBS Or Drop by 1550 Kingston Rd., Pickering (Kingston Rd. and Valley Farm Rd.) EXPERIENCED AUTOMOTIVE CAR PAINTER For busy flat rate auto body shop in Whitby. Dupont experience an asset. Call Don (905)668–3331 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help Deer Creek Golf and Country Estates requires 1ST COOKS PREP COOKS FULL TIME DISHWASHERS PRO SHOP STAFF MARSHALLS AND STARTERS FAX (905) 427-1611 No phone calls please Only those selected for an interview will be contacted ATTENTION YOUTH! Job Connect Program (16-24 yrs.) Durham Employers are looking to hire NOW! 492 Simcoe S. Oshawa 905-579-8482 132 Church St. Bowmanville 905-623-6814 136 Commercial Ave. Ajax 905-427-8165 AUTOMOTIVE LUBE LANE Whitby Oshawa Honda requires a lube lane tech. Duties will include oil and filter changes, tire rotation, balancing and replacement. Must be able to drive standard shift. Clean and presentable appearance required. Apply with resume and references to: 1110 Dundas St. E.Whitby or fax to : (905) 666-4571 or email : info@honda1.com WHITEVALE GOLF CLUB located in Pickering is now accepting resumes for GROUNDSKEEPERS This is a full time, seasonal position. Experience in outdoor work and equipment operation is an asset. $8-10/ hour. Please contact Art Oswald at: (905)294-2512 or fax: (905)294-5115 WHITEVALE GOLF CLUB located in Pickering is now accepting resumes for a GARDENER for the 2001 season. The successful candidate will be responsible for the designing, planting and mainte- nance of the clubhouse and golf course gardens. The ideal candidate is enrolled in or a graduate of a Horticultural Program, attending courses in annuals, perennials and landscape design, with at least one season in practical experience in gardening. This is a full time, sea- sonal position. Please contact Art Oswald at: (905)294-2512 or fax: (905)294-5115 Whitby's leading lawn care company is looking to make additions to its existing staff. Energetic telemarketers and lawn technicians required. Knowledge of lawn care would be an asset but is not necessary. Full, comprehensive training provided. Call (905)666-3187 WOODROW CONTRACTING INC. Landscape/ Construction Co. requires LEAD FOREPERSON To run Crew Min. 8 years exp. in pre- cast and natural stone products. Plant knowledge. Operate equipment. Leadership ability - (high hourly pay plus crew performance bonus) LEAD HANDS AND LABOUR also required Fax resumes with pay expectations to (905) 420-2288 or call (905) 472-2779 MUSIC TEACHERS Required with car. Minimum Grade 8 practi- cal, Grade 2 Theory (or equivalent) Piano or vocal. Flexible hours. Please email resume to: learnmusic@home.com or call (905) 721–9799 Northern Lights Vocational Services Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist: To conduct intake assessments, develop and implement Return-to-Work Action Plans. Seeking candidates with strong oral/ written communication, computer literacy, own transportation, experience and / or education working with people whose physical, emotional, and learning abilities present barriers to employment. B.S.W. or equivalent, Counselling and Life Skills Coaching skills; rehabilitation or vocation- al experience. Contract position, flexible hours, independent work. Please FAX resumes to: (905) 436-0353 NOW HIRING Full Time & Part Time Opportunity to Earn $300-$500 per Week! Car required. Fax resume to:905-723-3411 PILOT INSURANCE CO. Requires experienced AB ADJUSTER Full time Fax resume to Oshawa Branch (905) 728-9095 MAKE BOOKS YOUR BUSINESS $40K MIN. GUARANTEE An opportunity has arisen for a Marketing Distributor in the Scarborough area. No selling is involved, just daily deliveries to new and existing customers. We provide:•Full training • Field support •A guaranteed min. per year income of $40K You provide:•Self motivation •Organization •Customer service •Storage for stock Call or visit our website: 1-877-325-4766 www.alironmarketing.com Since 1987, PDQ Yachts Incorporated has been manufacturing custom catamarans, sail and now power. We have recently moved to a new plant in Whitby and are in the process of build- ing our first PDQ 42' "Antares" sailing catamaran. Our new power boat has proven to be a hit and will be the first in a fully developed product line. As our Company expands, so does our need for employees. We are presently looking for 5 people. We will be employing TWO cabinet makers (only those with experience should apply) and THREE boat assemblers. You will need to supply basic tools and will be required to add to your collection as required. Our pay scale ranges according to experience but there will be a regular review. A modest but complete health plan is also in place. If you think you would like to work in the field of boat building please send your resume to: lsheahan@pdqyachts.com or fax it to 1-905-430-8306 SPRING EXPANSION Due to recent promotions, growing Whitby company has full time openings • $16.55 /hr. • No exp. • 6 - 12 mo. advancement • entry level trainees • car required • complete company training Call Mon - Tues only (905) 720-1507 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 is seeking a PACKAGING MECHANIC Must have Ontario Industrial Millwrights license, experience with high speed PLC controlled packaging equipment. Shift work required. Start rate $23.21. Send resume to: 144 Mills Road, Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H1 Fax 905-683-5087 careers@mother-parkers.com Machine manufacturing company in the Bow- manville area is accepting resumes for 3 weeks for positions • CNC Apprentice Machinist • CNC Set-up person • Manual Machinist Qualified applicants will send resumes to: Mr. Burton, HR Dept. 1B-701 Rossland Rd. E. Unit 370, Whitby, Ontario LlN 9K3 Fax to (905) 434-6409 Email to xpandu3@yahoo. com $20 - $25 / HR National company with lots of work for Independent Contractors, Re- modellers, Carpenters, Plumbers, Electricians needs tools & vehicle. 4 positions open. Call Mr. Woods, Monday morning.(905)686-7236 Insurance Broker Markham requires RIBO Personal Lines CSR Salary and benefits according to experience. Please fax resume to: 905-479-7911,Attn: Paul at Dermody Insurance Brokers 525 Office Help 525 Office Help For temporary positions in: ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST WITH PEOPLESOFT SKILLS COLLECTIONS SPECIALIST ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE Tel: (905) 709-8009 Fax: (905) 709-3664 For more information visit our website at www.accountemps.com Specialized Financial Staffing ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE Pickering Area ❏Part time days ❏Experience necessary ❏Automotive background an asset Fax resume: Att'n. Pat: 905-421-9521 ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGIST Halminen Homes requires an Architectural Technologist to work in our construction department. Responsibilities include preparation of contract documents and architectural design. Good drafting methods and techniques are required. Must have knowledge and experience with Softplan Architectural Design Software. Knowledge of building materials, construction and Part 9 Building Code is required. Please FAX your resume to (905)436–9605 or E-mail to john@halminenhomes.com No phone calls please. PAGE 24- NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 11, 2001 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help ® 510 General Help 530 Sales Help & Agents DENTAL RECEPTIONIST ex- perienced preferred for busy cheerful Markham - Stouffville office. 2 - 3 days per week. Computer skills necessary. Fax resume to (905) 294- 5324. EXPERIENCED DENTAL HY- GIENIST required part-time for office near Oshawa. Please fax resume to: (905)436-9672 or mail re- sume to: 2727 Courtice Rd., Unit 3B, Courtice Ont. L1E 3A2 FITNESS ORIENTED part-time position for busy rehab clinic. Afternoons & Saturday morn- ing. Deliver resume in person to: Lakeridge Wellness Clinic, 580 King St. W., Suite 1 Osha- wa. MEDICAL ADMINISTRATOR/ RECEPTIONIST for new sports injury and wellness centre, Good phone, computer skills and insurance billing required. Careware Program an asset. Please fax your resume to (905) 428-8830 OFFICE ADMING req at busy Dental Office. Dental Asst bkgrnd req. Logictech experi- ence and great commun skills. Please contact Rowena (416) 296–0400 PART TIME DENTAL HYGIEN- IST required for the Oshawa Centre Dental Office. Call 571- 2443. PERMANENT PART-TIME dental receptionist/assistant needed for busy family group practice in Ajax. Please call (905)427–9160. 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 PDA - LEVEL II full time posi- tion available for mature reli- able and outgoing person. Ad- ministrative experience a def- inite asset. Reply to Fax (905) 434-8520. PHYSIOTHERAPISTS Part time flexible hours. Pickering and Scarborough locations. Clinic specializes in MVA, ex- tended health, WSIB and sports injuries. Excellent compensation package. Ex- perience preferred but new grads welcome. Fax resume (416)667-8627 POSITION AVAILABLE - Look- ing for a highly motivated, en- ergetic and creative person to join an established team of therapists providing Lovass treatment for a child with de- velopmental delays. Should also possess education in psychology and/or child edu- cation, as well as experience working with children. Must be caring, dependable and highly creative. Position re- quires a commitment of 8 to 12 hours per week (including alternate Saturdays). Training will be provided. Please for- ward resume to: Danielle Wil- son, 197 Wayne Court, Osha- wa, Ont. L1G 3R6; or E-mail danwilson@home.com PREVENTIVE DENTAL Assis- tant for Orthodontic office. Computer and Othodontic ex- perience preferred. Send or drop-off resume: Dr. E. Pong, 1050 Simcoe St.N. Suite#112, Oshawa, L1G 4W5 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. RN NEEDED -REGULARLY scheduled part-time (days, evenings) for very busy fami- ly practice office. Fax resume to (905)420-0863 Domestic Help Available555 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. Houses For Sale100 NORTHEAST OSHAWA 2- bedroom brick bungalow, di- ningroom, large lot backing onto park. Quiet neighbour- hood, near all amenities. Hardwood floors, paved drive, new roof, $143,900. (905)720–2307 SOUTH AJAX 2 bedroom bungalow with 2 bedroom basement apartment. Loads of upgrades, 40ft solarium, in- ground pool, gourmet kitchen w/skylight. 905-683-2939 or 905-683-6191. LITTLE OR NO DOWN! $189,900. Desirable Ajax lo- cation on large court. 3 bed- rooms, 3 baths, garage, fin. basement, large yard. Call (905) 426-3434 IMMACULATE 2 storey home for sale by owner. Thousands spent in upgrades. Located in N/E Whitby, 62 Sandford Crescent. Phone (905)433-9146. Indust./ Comm. Space145 FOR RENT in the Kendall area 2 storage barns, excellent for boat/snowmobile storage. No hydro. Call 905-623-4172 Office & Business space150 2,200 SQUARE FEET of office space available immediately in Bobcaygeon, $800 per month plus utilities. Call Anne Houston (705)749-3383 AJAX - Professional company has large office space avail- able to share. $300/month, in- clusive. 1-private office, share reception services. Call for details 905-619–2298 OSHAWA - Office space for rent. Approx. 1000 sq. ft. Ideal for small business $1000. per month inclusive. Call Ellen 905-436-3517 PRIME, BRIGHT VISIBLE Pickering location, accessi- ble, parking, choose 120 to 1600 square feet, $400. mini- mum, utilities included. Richard Briscoe, Century 21 Briscoe Estates Ltd. (905) 428-2121 PROFESSIONAL OFFICE - Give your business the image it deserves for $500 per month. Furnished office, re- ceptionist, boardroom, voice mail, Fax, Photocopier. Call 905-576-6548 UXBRIDGE small profession- al office space available on Toronto Street. $1000 inclu- sive Available immediately. Call 905-683-5117 ask for Abe Fakhourie. Business Opportunities160 $$ GOVERNMENT - Funds$$ Grants and loans information to start and expand your busi- ness or farm. 1-800-505-8866. BE PART OF THE booming multi-services industry(Carpet +upholstery cleaning) in Ajax. Home based with low over- head. 100s of existing clients +equipment to start. Solid op- portunity for less than $100,000. Call 905-428-1814 for more information. HUNGRY for Success?Little Caesars®Pizza is awarding single unit & area franchise opportunities. 41 successful years in business. In 19 countries, 3500 locations. For franchise information call: (905) 822-7899 or 1-888-822- 7961 Tax & Financial164 Mortgages Loans165 MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any pur- pose. All applications accept- ed. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905) 668– 6805. 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. Apts. & Flats For Rent170 $775 PER MO. lst. last, 2 bedroom, no pets. Adelaide/ Park Oshawa. Available im- mediately Please respond to this number (905) 728-4792 1 BEDROOM basement apart- ment Ajax, Hwy#2/Westney, new large walkout, $750/ month, suit single person. Available immediately. Call 905-619–0803 OSHAWA- 1 & 2 - BEDROOM apts. available April . Electric heat, washer/dryer each floor. Very quiet, exclusive, adult building. No pets. 905-579– 9016. 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT for rent available immediately. Nice, clean, laundry facilities and parking available. Please call 576-8642 between 8 am and 5 pm Monday-Friday. 2 BEDROOM APT.in adult building near Oshawa Centre. Fridge, stove, parking, laundry fac., $760/mo. inclusive. First/ last, references. Avail. April 1st. (905)404–9167 or (905)579-6291. 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. AJAX - ONE BEDROOM basement., clean, separate entrance, walkout, laundry, cable, parking, no pets/smok- ing, lst. last required. Avail- able May lst. $675 per mo. (905) 683–8448 AJAX, 1-bedroom newly ren- ovated basement apartment, separate entrance, all inclu- sive. Avail. April 1st. Laundry, cable, parking, No smoking/ pets $650. First/last. 905- 426–7676. ALEXANDER PARK,2 bed- room. New apartment. "Old charm building." Totally reno- vated, new kitchens, baths, hardwood floors. In-house laundry, intercom. Park view. Near Hospital. Available Im- mediately. (905)579-9439. AVAILABLE APRIL 1 - clean, bachelor apt.. No pets. $525 inclusive. Close to Hospital. Parking and laundry. Call 576– 7540 leave message. AVAILABLE, CLASSY interior / clean open concept furnished bachelor, Whitby, designer's main residence studio. C/A, cable, first/last $720. Quiet responsible business person without pets. 905-424-7666. BEAUTIFULLY DECORATED 2 bed., separate walkout en- trance, sauna Jacuzzi, show- ers, close to all amenities $l,000 per mo. all inclusive. Av. April lst/May lst. (905) 686–5782 BROCK RD. /401 area, 1 bed- room apt., available - 4 ap- pliances. call 416-444-7391. 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. 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 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. ONE & TWO BEDROOM apartments, in most beautiful adult building. Avail. imme- diately. Stevenson & Ross- land, Oshawa. Call (905)579- 3700. PORT PERRY - one bedroom basement apt. No pets/ smoking. Utilities, parking, laundry included. $580/mo. Reference, credit and police check required. Available April 1st. Call 905-985-0059. 1 BEDROOM in sixplex, main floor, excellent neighborhood, north Bowmanville. Newly renovated. Large backyard, laundry and parking. Available immediately. $595/month in- clusive. Call 571-6658. OSHAWA - 2 BEDROOM, liv- ing room, dining room, balco- ny, monthly rent $825. No dogs. Simcoe/Mill. call 905- 721-2232. WHITBY,1-bdrm legal base- ment apt., includes appliances & laundry, suites single work- ing adult, no pets, private en- trance. Please call Larry 655- 3047 or 666-4338. OSHAWA - Courtice border. Spotless 1100 sq ft. 2 bdrm in modern triplex. Big kitchen, no pets, avail now. $925. Con- dolyn Management(905)428- 9766. OSHAWA - Large 1-bdrm basement apt. Close to all amenities in nice location. Suitable for professional cou- ple or single person. No pets/ smoking. First, last. Avail. immediately. $675 +share utilities. (905)743-0476. OSHAWA - Spotless spacious 2 bedroom semi-basement apt. in new very quiet adult 5- plex. Freshly painted. Suit semi-retired professional working people, couple or sin- gle (discount for seniors). No pets, no smokers. $650/ month. Hydro extra. Includes heat, water, 1-parking. First and last. References. Avail- able April 1st or May 1st. Ra- vine Rd. 905-728-3634. OSHAWA APTS. Bachelor, 1 & 2 bedroom. Includes utili- ties, parking. Satellite TV avail. Laundry on site. Build- ing #1 (905)432-8914, or Building #2, #3 & #4 (905)- 571-0425. Or for all 1-888- 558-2622. OSHAWA BY THE LAKE. Gor- geous and spacious 1 bed- room apartment. Top floor of house. New fridge & stove, all utilities included. Parking & use of yard. $750/monthly. 1st/last, no smoking/pets. References & credit check. Avail. immediately. For view- ing, please call 905-571-4603. PICKERING - 1 bdrm base- ment. Separate entrance, non smoker, no pets. Single work- ing person preferred. $850 all inclusive. First/last required. Avail April 1st. (905)509– 8887. PICKERING basement apart- ment 2 bedrooms, available immediately. Very spacious bright, no pets, non smoking, A/C, separate entrance, con- venient area, 1st/last. $950 per month. (905)427–2154. PICKERING beautiful main floor of 3 bedroom bungalow, hardwood, cable, spacious kitchen, 4 month lease, wash- er/dryer. Available April 1, $1200/monthly inclusive. (416)275-2476, ianmcclus- key@sympatico.ca PICKERING VILLAGE, legal- ized 1-bedroom basement apartment, available April 1st. Includes all utilities and park- ing for 1 vehicle. No smoking, no pets. $700/month, first/last. Call (905)683–2427 PICKERING,1-bdrm bsmt apt. non-smoker, quiet lady, park- ing, laundry available, shared kitchen, available immediate- ly, references required. Call after 6p.m. 905-509-5237 WHITBY spacious, clean, quiet, 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. $790+utilities. 905-668-3011. WHITBY Large, clean, 2 bedroom, near schools & parks, well-maintained build- ing, large parking area, $895 all inclusive, first/last re- quired, 905-666-8456. WHITBY- Large 2 bedroom basement apartment. Private entrance. 5 appliances. $800+ utilities. 1st/last and ref. re- quired. Available April 1st. Call 905 666-3050 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. YORK ST., Ajax, lower 1- bdrm in home, very quiet/ clean, sep. ent., parking, yard, storage, non-smoker, single adult, $625 incl. Realty-Pro Mgmt 433–0270 9-5pm 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 If you want to be paid on time every month and protect your property you need good tenants. We can provide you with valuable insight into the financial and rental history of your perspective tenant. Call (905)665–0037 for information. 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 $$ Government Funds$$ Grants and loans information to start and expand your business or farm. 1-800-505-8866 MYRON MANUFACTURING Myron is a Team Working Together for Success for over 51 years. We are a leader around the world as a provider of imprinted advertising and promotional products to our clients. Our unique Call Centre is located in North East Scarborough, on the TTC Line and easily accessible to the 407, 404, 401 & 48. Due to our continued growth we have the following positions available: INSIDE SALES ACCOUNT REPRESENTATIVES to sell to our existing corporate client base across North America and Australia. These highly motivated individuals must have at least 2 yrs. recent inside sales experience. Compensation:Base + Commission with a guaranteed min. of $12/hr.No ceiling on earnings. No Cold Calling.Work Schedule: Mon.-Fri. 9AM- 5PM or Mon.-Thu. 5:30PM-10PM. CLIENT CARE ASSOCIATE This position requires 5 yrs. recent continuous experience in customer service including A/R & inside or retail sales. Compensation:Sal. of $30-$35K Work Schedule: Mon.-Fri. 10AM to 6PM. Other Qualifications:Both positions require highly motivated individuals with previous call centre expe- rience, correct grammar and English language enun- ciation, min. High School Graduation, competent computer skills, the ability to work independently. Myron is an equal opportunity employer and encour- ages all qualified candidates to apply to: Tanya Phone: (416)291-1834 ext. 599 Fax: (416) 291-8985 or 291-2034 email: Juliana.Sukraj@Sympatico.ca We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted. 530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental KAWARTHA QUALITY CARE INC., have immediate openings for employment in Durham Region as: HOME SUPPORT SUPERVISOR Responsible or ensuring the quality of cure delivered by the Agency through ongoing supervision and evaluation or non- registereed staff, and management of client satisfaction, through in - home visitation. Establish or assist with the es- tablishment of plans of care for clients and assist internal staff in scheduling and coordination of client services. • Registered Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario with two years supervisory experience of non-regulated staff preferred. • Demonstrated understanding of in-home care issues and familiarity with Long Term Care legislation. • Must possess basic computer skills. • Must have a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle. HOME SUPPORT WORKERS In the Oshawa, Whitby, Ajax, Pickering, Uxbridge, Port Perry and Bowmanville areas, to provide home care 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. If you are available weekends, days, evenings, or nights to work one on one with clients in their homes and possess the following: • Certified Home Support Worker Level II and III, Health Care Aide or Personal Support Worker. • A second language and/or exposure to cultural diversity would be an asset. • Interest in morning and evening cluster care in all areas. Qualified individuals interested for either position in a chal- lenging career in community health services are invited to for- ward a resume and cover to: HOME SUPPORT MANAGER KAWARTHA QUALITY CARE INC, 1614 Dundas St. E., Suite 218 Whitby, Ontario. LIN 8Y8 Fax (905) 725-9080 Kawartha Quality Care Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. 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. 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental HEALTH PROMOTER The Youth Centre, a community health centre for youth and their families living in Ajax and Pickering, is accept- ing applications for a full time 6 month contract Health Promoter position. This individual, as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, will have: •Excellent communication and group facilitation skills •Knowledge and 3 - 5 years experience with health promotion and community development • Post graduate degree in health, social science or a related discipline or a combination of under graduate degree and significant relevant experience with youth Please send your resume to: Executive Director The Youth Centre 360 Bayly St. W., #5 Ajax, Ontario. LIS 1P1 The deadline for applications is Tuesday, March 20, 2001. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 100 Houses For Sale 100 Houses For Sale 100 Houses For Sale 102 Open Houses 102 Open Houses >REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY> **CONCIERGE STAFF & SECURITY OFFICERS** Full Training provided!! Retirees welcome, as are Law & Security students/graduates Positions available for: Well-groomed, mature individuals, with good communications skills, able to work various shifts. Must have own transportation to sites. Full benefit plan provided Apply ASAP 9-4 weekdays 199 Wentworth St. E. 2nd floor, Oshawa 110 Apartments/Condos For Sale 110 Apartments/Condos For Sale RENT-WORRY FREE 1, 2 & 3 Bed. Apts. Refurbished & New Appliances. All Util. included. In-house Supt. & Maint. On site Security. Rental Office:Mon - Fri. 12 noon - 8pm Sat & Sun 1pm- 5pm 905-579-1626 VALIANT PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 11, 2001-PAGE 25 150 Office & Business Space group 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! 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 3-BEDROOM House for rent in newer subdivision in Whit- by. Fenced yard, paved 4 car driveway, garage, no ap- pliances. Central air. April 1st. $1250/monthly plus utili- ties. (416)532–0893 3-BEDROOM SEMI in South Oshawa, Finished basement, freshly painted, large fenced backyard. $1050 monthly plus utilities. Available April 1st. Call (905)576–8782 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. HOUSE FOR RENT main floor of bungalow, 3-bedrooms, heated garage, central air, fenced yard, $900 plus utili- ties. Harmony/King area. Available June 1st. (905)725– 7965 VILLAGE OF CLAREMONT bright & sunny rear portion of house. 3 bedrooms, 3pc+2pc bath, kitchen, 2 appliances, separate entrance. Immediate $1195/mo plus utilities. 905- 649–6611. IMMACULATE 3 BEDROOM home - Ajax (Westney & Hwy2) Professional non- smoker. 21/2 bath, deck, 5 appliances, central air, central vac, hardwood floors, gas fireplace. $1300/monthly + utilities. References, 1st/last, no pets. Avail. May 1st. Call 905-509-7876. MAINFLOOR of house, 2 bed- room(1 very large), utilities included, house spotless, ex- cellent Courtice location with garage. First/last, references required. Avail. April 1st, $1000/month. 905-435-1032 PICKERING 3 bedroom house, 4 appliances, 2 washrooms, eat-in kitchen, walkout to deck from livingroom, garage, dri- veway, no smoking/pets. $1050/month +util. April 1st. 905-683–9629 Townhouses For Rent190 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE available March 15th and April 1st. Co-Operative housing, small community. $849 & $870. plus utilities. Please call 905-666-2008. Applica- tions may be picked up 10-4 p.m. at Unit 85 or Unit 25. 95 Crawforth St. Whitby. Pringle Creek Co-Op. SORRY, NO SUBSIDY AVAILABLE Rooms For Rent & Wanted192 FURNISHED ROOM for rent, Brock Rd./401. No smoking, no pets, working female pre- ferred. Telephone 427–7288 eve. and weekends. ROOM FOR RENT - Perfect for College Student. Shared amenities. $400/month. Call 905-579-1053. ROOM FOR RENT available immediately. Altona/Sheppard area. $450 per month. On bus route. Parking included. Laun- dry facilities. Phone/cable hook-up. Call 905-509–2656 SMALL ROOM for rent, share house, utilities, parking, stor- age and cable included. Call (905) 924-4412. Leave mes- sage. Shared Accommodation194 OSHAWA,1-bedroom apart- ment upper floor. Share bath- room w/1 other. Own kitchen, separate entrance. $550/mo. inclusive. April 1st. No smokers/pets. Good credit references. Aurelia (905)728– 1069, ext. 201. GAY OR GAY POSITIVE per- son preferred, South Whitby, near go, to share house with 3 others, $350 inclusive. Imme- diate. Laundry and parking. (905) 665–7627 NORTH OSHAWA - Clean fur- nished home to share. Female non-smoker. Utilities,cable, laundry, central air. Avail im- mediately. $475/month. 1st/ last required. Call 728-6845 BETHANY HILLS -3 km to Devils Elbow ski hill. Cross- country trails in front of chalet. 3 bedrooms, whirlpool, wood- stove. Available March Break - $600/wk. Weekly/monthly or yearly. Call 905-433-8830 Snowmobiles233 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. Resorts Camps235 BEAUTIFUL SETTING, Lake Seymour 2, 3 & 4 bedroom cottages, fully-equipped. Pool, fishing, store. Affordable weekly rates. Campbellford, 2 hours N/E of Toronto. 1-888- 813-2212 www.woodlandes- tate.com Hobbies & Crafts237 CRAFTERS WANTED at "The Gift & Craft Showplace" locat- ed in the Courtice Flea Mar- ket, 4 km. east of Oshawa (approx. 6000 people attend- ing each weekend). Let us show & sell your crafts direct- ly to the public. You do not have to be there. Rent starts at $24/month. Call 905-436- 1024. FOLK ART - learn an enjoy- able craft. classes starting soon. All levels, welcome. Beginners our speciality. Seminars available. Shift workers accommodated. Call (905) 576-3947 for information Articles For Sale310 4 -15" ALUMINUM RIMS, Pontiac, with 4 excellent tires. $575 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 10PC. MEDIUM SOLID oak diningroom set, good condi- tion $1500. (905)725-1061 (snp) 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 ACCOUNTING TEXT BOOK, Volume 1 with workbook. Phone 905-721-0601 AIR COMPRESSOR - Brunner A 212, upright 110/220 Vol- tage, 2 horsepower motor, $800 OBO. Call 579-2479. ALL DSS SATELLITE Systems H-Card fix Boot loaders $125. HU Programming $100. Best prices in Durham. Call (905)427–1416 leave mes- sage. ANTIQUE LAMPS, two cherub style fixtures about 24 inches high, mint condition, on ped- estal base. Pair $500. Call 721–1703 (snp) ANTIQUE PEDESTAL sinks. Brass faucets, shower ring, good condition. Call 721–1703 (snp) 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 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 BRAND NEW 27" RCA stereo tv, $350 ., 4 person fiberglass hot tub $l,600., Kenmore washer $250., new built in dishwasher, electronic con- trols $300., Pentium 166 com- puter, loaded $350. (905) 439- 4789 DIRECT TV,DSS Satellite boot loaders, will work with "all" H Cards. HU card loaders/pro- grammer $2400; 905-626- 6092. DIRECT TV, get H-card run- ning again, boot loader $120, HU programming $110. HU card programmed $350. Complete systems available. Call (905)767-8571, Whitby. DIRECT TV -March Break Madness Sale! RCA satellite systems, all channels open, $499. Boot loaders for H card $130. HU Programming $150. Telephone (905)426-9394. DSS H CARD Brought back to life with the new bootstrap cir- cuit board. Call 905-728-9670 DIRECT TV RCA Satellite sys- tem complete 300 plus chan- nels $550. Bring old H-Card to life with a boot strap $125. Call (416)312-9500. ESTATE SALE:Full-length pastel mink. Excellent condi- tion. Size 10-12. Was $4,000 / Asking $900 - 905-571-0668 FOR SALE - 11 piece section- al couch, beige and wood, 9 pc. couch, 2 matching coffee tables with glass tops. $350., corner computer desk, like new $75., Port Hope(905) 885- 4735. FURNITURE IN EXCELLENT condition, 6 pc. bedroom set, sofa/matching chair, recliner, white stove, tv, broadloom, wood kitchen table and chairs,. Call (905)509–5064 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. INDOOR YARD SALE!Selling contents of home. Appliances, pictures, dishes, furniture, an- tiques, area rugs, 10 pc. oak diningroom suite, $1795; eve- rything must go! 87 Doreen Crs. Bowmanville Call for viewing 905-697-3532 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!! 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 PIANO TECHNICIAN available for tuning, repairs, & pre-pur- chase consultation on all makes & models of acoustic pianos. Reconditioned Heintz- man, Yamaha, Mason & Risch, & other grand or upright pianos for sale, start- ing at $695. March Break Special on now. Check out the web at www.barbhall.com or call Barb at 905-427-7631. Visa, MC, Amex. PIANOS/CLOCKS.Sale starts March 12 - Sale on all Roland digital pianos and Samick acoustic pianos and all How- ard Miller clocks.. Large se- lection of used pianos (Yama- ha, Kawai etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with less- ons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental payments apply. Call TELEP PIANO (905) 433- 1491. www.TelepPiano.com- WE WILL NOT BE UNDER- SOLD! 6X12 ANTIQUE mahogany snooker table $9,500; 4 an- tique chairs $150; couch & loveseat $800; 6pc oak dining room set $1,600. Call (905)723–3174 MOD CHIPS PS1 - $35., PS2 from $95., dream cast. Install while you wait. Have your games backed up. All work guaranteed. Beatrice/Wilson area (905) 721-2365 POOL TABLES. 8' and 9' slate billiard tables for sale. Call 905-420–6113. REC ROOM wall units (2), cream finish with gold ac- cents. 1 Unit houses up to a 27" tv on a sliding base, the other is a display case $200. obo. Call 665-1435 (snp) RENT TO OWN new and re- conditioned appliances, and new T.V's. Full warranty. Pad- dy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798-5502. SATELLITE SYSTEMS brand new DirectTV 5th generation RCA with HU card pro- grammed for 300 channels $450.00. HU card program- ming $80.00 Boot Loaders $120.00. 905-655–7730 Brooklin. KENMORE WASHER and gas dryer, like new $600 pair. Tel- ephone (905) 263–9965 SHOP SMITH - complete with tools, $2,000. Telephone (905) 435–5877 SPRING CLEANING SALE Chrome & aluminum rims, tires, car stereo speakers & amp, filing cabinet, skates, S10 truck accessories, wall unit, bike rack & more! 905- 438-0465 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 N'SYNC & U2 TICKETS FOR SALE - also Toronto Maple Leafs, Toronto Raptors. Also will buy Leafs, Raptors & oth- er concerts. Telephone (905) 626-5568 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. TRUCK TOOL BOX for S10, Mazda or Ranger. $50; 1980- 1987 F150 sunvisor $50; Call 1-705-786-0550 WEDDING DRESS,size 10, fits height 5'5" - 5'8", recently dry cleaned, $350. Call 705- 878-7066 SCRATCH AND DENT - Varie- ty of new appliances, 5 cu. ft freezers, $199. Full manufac- turers warranty. Recondi- tioned fridges $195 / up, re- conditioned ranges $125/ up, reconditioned dryers $125 / up, reconditioned washers $199 / up, new and recondi- tioned coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New brand name fridges $480 and up, new 30" ranges with clock and window $430. Recondi- tioned 24" ranges and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and reconditioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa. (905)576–7448. Articles Wanted315 ANTIQUES?Absolutely!Ad- vice- always valuable, usually free! Purchasing outright, es- tates w/some antique cont- ents, (no limit to value con- sidered), collections of any sort, quantities or single an- tique items. Special interest in Moorcroft pottery. I'll try to re- spond to all queries. Robert Bowen Antiques- Brooklin, Ontario. (905)655-8049 or (905)242-0890. WANTED -TOY CARS,trucks, motorcycles. Hot wheels, Sizzlers, Matchbox, Lesley, Dinky, Husky, Corgi and Mod- el car kits. Call evenings 905- 263-2661. WANTED - bench seat or buckets for Ford F150 in black; rubber truck mat for 1980 - 1986 Ford F150, black; front fender for Ford F150, 1980-1986, in excellent shape. Call 1-705-786-0550. WANTED CAMERAS:old metal body (Canon, Zeiss, Voigtlander, Leica, Leitz, Ni- kon) Most range finders & wooden cameras. Micro- scopes, telescopes, binocu- lars. Also looking for a "Punkin Head" Teddy Bear. Call (905)432–1678 WANTED: 1959 CHINA Dish- es, made by Johnston Broth- ers, 1959 Sovereign Potters splendor C37-59, 22K gold, 4 cups, creamer, gravy boat, or any odds or ends. Phone (905)725-1061. Firewood330 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. Antiques and Art340 WANTED - MOTOR- 3.1 for Pontiac or Oldsmobile, low kms. preferred. Call 905-434- 0392. (snp) Industrial Equipment350 MACHINERY AND EQUIP- MENT for sale. Surface Grin- ders - 6" x 12" Norton $2,500., Doall $2,000. 575 vlts. and 1 Starrett Rapid check CMM machine 24" x 48" x 18" $15,000. (905) 623-8700 (days) Pet, Supplies Boarding370 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 BOXER PUPPIES Fawn w/ black and white markings. 2 males, 2 females $300. Ready to go. (905)720–0521 AMERICAN ESKIMOS, pure bred, registered (look like lit- tle white polar bears) 3 fe- males, 4 males. $375. Call Ei- leen (905)623-9971, Bow- manville OLDER CATS need love too! Many young to older adult cats (spayed or neutered, fully vaccinated) looking for homes. Kittens with first booster sometimes available. Many medium to larger breeds of dogs available for adoption. Pet supplies (espe- cially cat food and litter) and donations always welcomed. Please call Durham Animal Adoption at 905-438–8411 Cars For Sale400 4 -15" ALUMINUM RIMS, Pontiac, with 4 excellent tires. $575 OBO. Call 905-579-9964 1973 OLDS. CUTLASS,350, runs great, 92,000 miles. New rad, battery, $2000 obo. Call 905-985-8615. 1989 3/4 TON FORD VAN propane 6 automatic $2000 OBO. 1961 FORD 1/2 Ton 352 4speed. Excellent original condition $6500 OBO. Call 721-1861. 1989 NISSAN SENTRA 4-cy- linder, auomatic, good shape, runs good, reliable, very eco- nomical, 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) 1990 TEMPO 171k $1995; 1990 Cavalier 200K $2995; 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix, $3295; 1992 Caravan 168k $3995. All emission tested, certified, 683–7301 or 428- 1879 after 6pm 1991 CAVALIER 4 door, 4 cyl., Ajax, no rust, good running condition, automatic, AM/FM cassette, A/C, 230,000kms, $1495. Call 416-895-5403 1992 GEO METRO,4 dr., auto, new tires, emission and safe- ty, 130,000 kil., great for 2nd car or student. $2,800 (905) 665–1917 1993 CHEV. CAVALIER,4 dr. auto, am/fm cass, ps, pb, 228,000 km, runs great , very little rust, easily certifiable, will pass emission. $2500 obo. MUST SELL! (WOULD CONSIDER SNOWMOBILE AS TRADE). 905-434-0392 (snp) 1993 CHEV. CAVALIER,4 dr. auto, am/fm cass, ps, pb, 228,000 km, runs great , very little rust, easily certifiable, will pass emission. $2500 obo. MUST SELL! (WOULD CONSIDER SNOWMOBILE AS TRADE). 905-434-0392 (snp) 1997 BUICK LASABRE, load- ed, mint condition, only 42,000km, certified and emis- sion tested. Asking $22,500 OBO 905-579-6103 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, 37,000 km, am/fm cassette, 4 door, $8,900. Certified and e-tested. (905)434-2775 or (416) 898-8467. 2000 HONDA CIVIC DX 1 owner, auto, p.s., brakes, tilt, 3 dr., black. Fabulous opportun- ity. Must qualify to assume balance of Honda lease. $269/month plus taxes. Call (416)722-4611 or (905)633- 7409. 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 HYUNDAI, Kingston Rd. & Church St., Pickering Village. (905)427–0111 FIND YOUR NEXT used vehi- cle at: durhamwheels.com Cars Wanted405 CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in running condition. Call 427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MUR- AD AUTO SALES. WANTED - Dead of Alive . Cars, Trucks, Machinery.. Call 655-4609 (SNP) WANTED - inexpensive cars or trucks. Running or not, but not too rusty. Free removal. Call 905-434-0392 (snp) Trucks For Sale410 1989 TOYOTA,4X4, extended cab, V6, auto, 184,000 km, excellent condition, will certi- fy. Asking $8000. Call 905- 427–8091 1991 RODEO, 4 wheel drive, 198,000 km, black, aluminum rims, auto trans, asking $4000 obo. Call 905-434–0392 (snp) 1994 FORD F150,5 spd, 6 cyl, runs excellent, body mint condition $5700 obo. Call 436- 3621 or 579-5410 Vans/ 4-Wheel Dirve420 1988 FORD ECONOLINE car- go van V8, some rust, passed emission test, little to certify, $900 as is. Call (905)436– 1468 1993 DODGE Grand Caravan - 3.3L, V6, loaded, 200kms, A1 mechanical, certified & em- missions, $5500. Evenings & weekends (905) 426-1023. 1994 VENTURA GMC 2500, e- tested & certified, new emis- sions control system, battery, alternator, fuel pump, brakes, rotors, tires, exhaust system. Excellent condition $6499. (905)426–6593 Lost and Found265 LOST - LONG RED HAIRED - hound, female, missing since Sunday March 4. Missed by family. Please call (416) 289– 4085 Reward Companions267 ARE YOU FEELING TOO OLD BE attached? I am a 57 year old new widow looking for a widower to share and make new memories with. Enjoys driving, sports, coffee breaks, quiet moments and basically someone to talk to. Please reply to file #662 Oshawa This Week 865 Farewell St. Osha- wa. L1H 7L5 Personals268 FEELING TIRED? Grand open- ing. Let MASSAGE MASSAGE help. Beautiful new young la- dies will take your troubles away. Weekly specials, free parking behind building. 7 days/week 128 Dundas W. Whitby 905-665-2018 DURHAM SINGLES New ap- proach to finding lasting rela- tionships. Personal Growth Seminars, Events, Quality People, First Rate At- mosphere. Selective. Call 905-438-1720 www.durham- singles.com DURHAM'S OWN DATING SERVICE!Call 905-683-1110. Create a private mailbox or browse other personal ads free. Meet a new Friend or Love for life. HEAVENLY PSYCHIC An- swers. Find the oracle within. $2.99/min. *18+*24 hrs. 1- 900-451-3783. LOSE OR GAIN WEIGHT with Natural Herbal Products. 30 day money back guarantee. 1-888-989-2183. S.W.F., 59 YEARS just re- tired. I like outdoors, country drives, dining out, dancing. I'd like to meet a gentleman 55- 60 with a good sense of hu- mour and knows how to treat a lady. Hope to hear from you: File# 602 P.O. Box 481, Osha- wa, L1H 7L5. Daycare Available273 AFFORDABLE LOVING Day- care. House backs on to Glengrove P.S., a few steps away. Also on St. Anthony Daniels bus route. Large fenced backyard & playroom. Outings/crafts. Snacks/lunch. Ages two years and up. Ex- perienced mother of 2-Call Debbie 905-839-7237 24 HR. PER DAY private home daycare available, in Pickering, children all ages. If you are looking for experi- enced, loving, caring and ma- ture individual contact Angela 421–8907 or 831-4207 ARE YOU LOOKING for a place where your child can spend a fun-filled and educa- tional day? Eat nutritional meals and snacks? Play in a large, fenced yard with play- ground, or indoors in a large playroom? Lots of TLC? If you've answered yes to the above questions please give me a call. Experienced mother of 1 available any time. Rea- sonable rates. All ages wel- come. Located at Radford/De- laney. Cheriss 426-1952 DAYCARE AVAILABLE, full/ part -time, 20 yrs. experience. Happy environment. Huge play area. Crafts, movies, meals, Westney/Delaney. Re- ceipts and references. All ages. (905)686–8719 RESPONSIBLE HOME child care, 10 yrs experience. Inf- ants to 10 yrs. CPR. Creative play. Outdoor activities. Church/Delaney. Call Elaine 905-683-0352. HWY 2/ HARWOOD area, re- liable, responsible daycare my home, nutritious meals, crafts, story time, fenced back yard, First aid, CPR certificate. From 6 months, receipts, (905)619-8752 LOOKING FOR A FAMILY to share our nanny with. Carruth- ers Creek or Southwood Park School area. ECE, CPR and First Aid. Call 905-619-9437 MOTHERLY LOVE Reliable daycare provided in the com- fort of my home. ECE qualified and formerly CPR trained. Former kindergarten teacher with 25 years experience. Nu- tritious snacks and lunches served daily. Conveniently lo- cated across from school in the John Body Area. Refer- ences and receipts available. Please call (905) 837-0797 PICKERING Beach / Rollo: Loving daycare; 18 months to 12 years. Daily outings (fenced backyard and park). Crafts, story time, music, nu- tritious meals & snacks. First Aid, C.P.R. certified. Non- smoking, receipts. 905-428- 1244. SHARE A NANNY with my 6 month old. Pickering Village area. Monday - Friday, 7:30 am. -5 :30 pm. Call Sharon, at 905) 683-2088. WHITES RD./STROUDS, mother of 2 offering full-time care in my home. Fenced backyard, lunches provided, receipts available 420–0940 Daycare Wanted274 EXPERIENCED FLEXIBLE Caregiver required in our home 2-4 days/week. Ages 2 & 5. Must be energetic, able to cook, have references and own transportation. Whitby. Please call (905)922-1324. Health & Homecare285 ARE YOU CARING for your elderly parents and need a helping hand? Call 905-985- 8615 Home Improvements700 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 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 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. 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(500 metres east of Thickson Whitby) Every Sat. and Sun. 666–5100 261 Legal Notices 261 Legal Notices PAGE 26- NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, March 11, 2001 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net 185 Houses For Rent 200 Vacation Properties 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale 320 Garage/Yard Sales 320 Garage/Yard Sales 310 Articles for Sale 400 Cars For Sale INFANTS - 12 YEARS OLD In caring, safe, fun home environment. Licensed by M.C.S.S. Reasonable rates Receipts, flexible hours. Call DURHAM PROFESSIONAL HOME DAYCARE 509-1207 273 Daycare Available 273 Daycare Available RABBIT WANTS WORK Doing Magic For Children's Parties And All Occasions. Have My Own Magician. Call Ernie 668-4932 296 Amusement Clubs 296 Amusement Clubs Children’s entertainment for any occasion. 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Rouge Hill Bowl 416-282-5941 (near Port Union Road and Hwy 401) Monday to Friday 10:00 am to 7:00 pm March Break “Special” Adults: $2:00 per game + $2:00 for shoes Children (14 & under): $2:00 per game + $1.50 for shoes Monday & Wednesday only 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm March Break “Super Special” Adults: $1:50 per game + $1:00 for shoes Children (14 & under): $1:50 per game + $1.00 for shoes Monday, March 12 - Friday, March 16 Open daily from 10:00 am during March Break 16 Lanes - 5-Pin Bowling Regular Price: Adults: $2.75 per game + $2:00 for shoes Children (14 & under): $2.75 per game + $1.50 for shoes CELLO CONTRACTING Handyman Services Renovations, Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry & Painting *No Jobs too Small* Call Joe for your Free Estimate Cell (416) 409-1383 Pgr. 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Sales Service & Repairs 905-837-0949 Would our hospitals have funds for new equipment if volunteers weren’t out there raising money? Would our kids enjoy a hockey league without volunteer coaches? Are we grateful enough to our neighbours for what they put into our community? Probably not. Volunteer Week is held annually to thank all the people who donate time to make life better for others. This year Volunteer Week is from April 22 to 28 and the theme is Youth and Volunteering. Kicking off the celebration, on April 21, is Global Youth Service Day. It is a day when youth shows what it can do to serve the community. Young people get involved in a variety of community improvement activities, such as cleaning up parks or working at food banks. Worldwide, volunteering is a big part of everyday life. In recognition, the General Assembly of the United Nations has pro- claimed 2001 the International Year of Volunteers. Throughout this year the achieve- ments of millions of volunteers will be recognized and oth- ers will be encour- aged to contribute their time and effort to volunteer work. Locally, we know that when our com- munities work well, things go better for everyone. So if you are interested in improving commu- nity life, contact your Volunteer Centre, or any health, education, youth, arts or other not-for- profit group. And here’s a heads-up: Even though volunteering is said to be it’s own reward, during Volunteer Week, active volunteers can expect a pat on the back. So enjoy— you deserve the thanks. Thank you for all your hard work! Community Office: 114 Dundas St. E., Suite 101, Whitby, Ontario L1N 2H7 Tel: (905) 430-1141 • Fax: (905) 430-1840 Email: jimflaherty@speedline.ca • Internet: www.jimflaherty.com Jim Flaherty M.P.P., Whitby-Ajax You enrich our community by volunteering your time and we want you to know how much we appreciate your efforts! MPP - Durham (905) 697-1501 1-800-661-2433 Constituency Office 75 King St. E. Bowmanville Ontario, L1C 1N4 Thank You! Volunteers Build Strong Communities Business Partner Service Authorized DEPOT CENTRE 1550 Bayly St., Unit 16A (Side Door) Pickering, Ontario L1W 3W1 (905) 420-4860 Computer Sales & Service Authorized Warranty & Service Centre TITVOLBW 1997 Dodge Stratus A Must See to appreciate. Value priced and ready to Go! Fully equipped including air conditioning, power windows, power locks tilt with speed control AM/FM cd player. Hurry. Stock #5360A 1998 Dodge Stratus Ideal family vehicle. A must drive. Finished in green, 4- door, tilt wheel, speed control, auto, air, cassette. Stock #5350A from $11,988 1999 Dodge Durango SLT Rated as one of the sport utili- ty vehicles to buy. Finished in red chili pepper with grey leather. Fully equipped. A must see value priced. Shop & compare. Stock #5361A 1999 Dodge Stratus Rated as one of the best used cars to buy. 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Includes TV!Includes TV! $29,888 $13,488 $13,988 $14,488 2001 Chrysler Neon LE Fresh new style, a must drive. Equipped with air conditioning, 4- door, tilt wheel, dual air bags, floor mats, AM/FM/cassette stereo. Former rental. 5 to choose from. $14,988 $17,488 $16,488$16,988 One good-looking truck! Fully equipped including V8 engine, auto, air, power windows, power locks, tilt, cruise, sport wheels. Low kms. Stock #22143A The best money can buy! Fully equipped including leather interior, tilt/cruise, power windows/locks, sport wheels. Finished in black. Stock #5334A $23,488$18,988$17,988 Chrysler’s Flagship! Spoil yourself rotten. Fully equipped with all of Chrysler’s luxury features including power moon roof, chrome wheels, low, low kms. Former rental. Hurry! $29,988 Top of the line. Quad seats rear air conditioning, drivers power seat, alloy wheels. Green Expresso package. Stock# 5359A $17,988 4 doors, loaded, 9,000 kms. Quad seats, balance of factory warranty. $23,488 Luxury at it’s best. 1 owner, lease return, finished in cham- pagne, tan interior. $23,988 Ideal work truck. Finished in two tone, green & silver, auto trans. air, 4x4, bed liner, only 68 kms. Stock #5210A. SE upgrade package. Fully equipped including air condition- ing, power windows, power locks, tilt wheel, speed control. Finished in Cranberry. Only 52K kms. Stock #5196A Surround Yourself in Luxury! Fully appointed including P/windows, P/locks, tilt cruise, AM/FM cassette, finished in wildberry. Hurry, stop looking Stk# 5339A 1998 Chrysler Intrepid Fresh new style, great performance with comfort, fully equipped. Finished in slate. Stock #5351A Includes TV!$14,888 A/P PAGE 28 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, March 11, 2001