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PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER PICKERING’S COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER SINCE 1965 PRESSRUN 44,400 28 PAGES SUNDAY, APRIL 1, 2001 OPTIONAL 4 WEEK DELIVERY $6/ $1 NEWSSTAND WHERE TO FIND IT Editorial Page/6 Name Dropping/19 Sports/21 Classified/22 GIVE US A CALL General/683-5110 Distribution/683-5117 General FAX/683-7363 Death Notices/683-3005 Sincerely Yours 1-800-662-8423 Web site:durhamnews.net Email:steve.houston @durhamnews.net AtAGlance Spring fund-raiser fun ‘fore’ everyone PICKERING –– Tee it up this spring and help raise money for Durham Region Community Care Association. The organization’s fifth annual charity golf tournament is Wednesday, June 6 at the Seaton Golf and Country Club in Picker- ing and spots are still available. The goal is to beat last year’s proceeds of $11,300, which were directed to client services.The $100 cost entitles golfers to green fees, golf carts, steak dinner and a prize.There will be a hole-in- one competition, with an ace earning a car. 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Durham chairman proposes special levy to help with capital expansions Funding plan for hospitals pitched BY KEITH GILLIGAN Staff Writer Homeowners could be on the hook for the next 12 years to raise money for the two hospital corpora- tions in Durham Region. During budget deliberations Thursday, Regional Chairman Roger Anderson proposed a special levy through a one-per cent in- crease in each of the next three years, at which point taxpayers would continue to pay the third- year level for another nine years. He said the plan would raise $70 million. “We have an obligation and I think it’s a moral obligation, to make sure health care is provided, no matter what,” Mr. Anderson said. Lakeridge Health Corporation and Rouge Valley Health System approached Durham last year, seek- ing $100 million to help pay for ex- pansions. The entire project would cost $409 million, with the Province picking up $216 million. The remaining $93 would have to come from community fund-rais- ing. “Everyone knows $100 million is off the table and it has been off the table for months,” said Mr. An- derson. He suggested a special levy for “capital construction only” at the Lakeridge locations and the Ajax site of Rouge Valley. One per cent this year would raise $2.2 million and that works out to between $11 and $15 for the average taxpayer. “I’m asking the taxpayers to pay $15 this year,” Mr. Anderson stated. Regional council’s finance com- mittee received a report from fi- nance commissioner Jim Clapp outlining how Durham would raise money for the hospitals and what impact it would have on taxes. “There aren’t a lot of options. Police search for man after Pickering girls approached PICKERING ––Durham Re- gional Police are asking parents to be on the lookout for a short white man after two young girls were ap- proached and asked to perform a sex act. Sergeant Jim Grimley said two eight-year-old girls were walking home from school around 4 p.m. Wednesday, north of Rigby Drive near a hydro right-of-way. “A male in his late teens ap- proached the girls and asked for di- rections. He pulled down his pants and asked the girls to touch (him). If they did, he would give them money. The girls ran off,” Sgt. Grimley said. The suspect was last seen walking towards Rigby Drive. He is described as male, white, 17 to 18 years of age, about five-feet three-inches tall with a slim build, and dirty blond hair that is short and wavy with brown streaks. He wore a blue and white-checkered shirt with three-quarter-length sleeves over a three-button golf shirt, beige cargo pants, black leather shoes and grey underwear. Police searched the area, but did- n’t find the teen, Sgt. Grimley added. A number of children walk near the area, the sergeant said. Maple Ridge Public School was to send letters home with students advising parents about the situation. 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A 27-month renewal was also issued for the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station’s four ‘B’-side reactors that have remained in service while upgrades and modifications where carried out on the ‘A’ side after it was shutdown in 1997 following a scathing report of the then- Ontario Hydro’s nuclear performance. In addition, the station’s Radioactive Waste Management Facility received a two-year licence renewal. The current li- cences run out at the end of March. Al- though the ‘A’ reactors haven’t been in use, they require licensing for the opera- tion and monitoring of systems, such as electrical and water. “We were pleased going through the hearings and fairly confident we put for- ward our case so we expected to get the 27-month licences,” said Bob Strickert, site vice-president at Pickering ‘A’, in an interview Wednesday. The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) held licensing hearings Jan. 18 and March 8. In a release, the commission said it considered submissions and presenta- tions from OPG, CNSC staff and other interveners in coming to a decision. It concluded “Ontario Power Genera- tion is qualified to operate these facilities and will make adequate provision for the protection of the environment, the health and safety of persons and the mainte- nance of national security and measures required to implement Canada’s interna- tional obligations.” The Sierra Club of Canada Nuclear Campaign (Durham Nuclear Awareness recently joined the Sierra Club) was dis- appointed with the news, particularly the renewal of the ‘B’ side and wondered why the renewals were issued without conditions. “It’s a betrayal of the public trust,” said Irene Kock, saying there are maintenance deficiencies, shortfalls in staff training and other safety concerns with the four ‘B’ units. She noted all these issues were presented by the club during the hearings. “If the nuclear com- mission is putting safety first, they would be placing strict conditions on the licence,” said Ms. Kock. Despite the licence renewal, OPG still has one final hurdle to clear before beginning to bring the four ‘A’ reactors back online, the first of which is hoped to be fully operational by the first quar- ter of 2002. The plant requires a restart licence and must go through return-to- service hearings before the CNSC this summer. NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, April 1, 2001 PAGE 3 P Pickering nuclear restart bid clears another hurdle Please recycle your News Advertiser! 905-432-3823 or 1-888-869-6770 CREW PROPERTY SERVICES YOUR RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY CARE SPECIALISTS COMPLETE LAWN CARE PROGRAMS FROM $115.13* PROGRAM INCLUDES: SPRING PROPERTY CLEANUP FERTILIZING & BROADLEAF WEED CONTROL APPLICATIONS AND WEEKLY CUTTING/TRIMMING *MONTHLY FEE FOR LAWN AREAS UP TO 3,000 FEET. 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Police alleged the four suspects were also in- volved in a botched rob- bery bid at a Pickering Mac’s Milk, at 893 Bayly St. Just after midnight, three armed people wear- ing masks tried to enter the store, but the door was locked. The bandits fled after realizing the clerk had just closed for the night. Peter Joseph Glover, 18, Allan Elrid Nurse, 19, Kevin Lance Boxx, 21, and Dionne Tenicia Sandy, 19, all of Scarborough, face charges of conspiracy to commit robbery, armed robbery, wearing a dis- guise, possession of dan- gerous weapons and pos- session of stolen property. Ms. Sandy is also charged with breach of rec- ognizance for allegedly vi- olating bail conditions by possessing car keys and op- erating a vehicle. 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For more information visit the Great Blue Heron Charity Casino or call 1-888-29 HERON. OROR You either tax for it or you don’t tax for it,” Mr. Clapp told the committee. The report was tabled to the April 25 meeting of Regional council, which is when the 2001 budget will be debated. It’s at that meeting Mr. Anderson’s sug- gestion will also be considered. In his report, Mr. Clapp noted of the $100 million, $73 million would have to come from residential properties, with the remainder from various business classes and from multi-residential prop- erties. To raise $100 million over five years, property taxes would have to in- crease between $100 and $190 this year. Uxbridge Mayor Gerri Lynn O’Con- nor opposes giving any money to the hospitals. “I can’t say it any more clearly. This shouldn’t be on the backs of taxpayers. It’s downloading by the Province and feds. We’re in enough trouble with what we have to do,” she said. Clarington Mayor John Mutton agreed with his Uxbridge counterpart. “We are mandated for certain ser- vices and we do a good job of providing them. We have a hard enough time pro- viding those services,” he said. Pickering Councillor Mark Holland supported funding the hospital. “We have a choice. We can stand on the principle of the Province is wrong or on the principle of providing quality health care. I don’t see how we can fall so far behind in terms of health care in Durham Region,” Coun. Holland said. He added Regional councillors have supported spending money on 400-se- ries highways, which had been the sole responsibility of the Province. “It’s difficult to say 400-series high- ways are more important,” he added. “It’s hard and difficult, but I believe it’s the right thing to do for our residents.” But, Whitby Councillor Gerry Emm countered, “What people are saying through letters to the editor is no. They feel it’s the wrong way.” He noted the provincial and federal governments have access to money from a number of sources, while the Region can only go to taxpayers. “The property taxpayer doesn’t want to share the burden. It’s a provincial issue,” Coun. Emm said. “Once it’s in (the budget), it’s in forever. I can never see us getting out.” Oshawa Councillor John Gray also opposed giving the hospitals money. “People don’t buy this notion that the property tax should fund health care. They paid for health care with their in- come tax. The Province and feds should pay for this,” Coun. Gray said. Oshawa Councillor Clare Aker said the City has provided funding in the past for the Oshawa hospital. “We’re not matching any provincial contribution. We’re not building it our- selves, but we are part of the solution. I want us to be part of the solution here,” she stated. “We’re mandated for only one home for the aged, but we have three and I support three.” Ajax Councillor and finance commit- tee chairman Jim McMaster said both sides of the argument were right. “The one group out of touch on this is the provincial government.” He noted in the past decade the Re- gion’s revenue has gone up 12 per cent, while provincial revenues have in- creased 54 per cent. “We don’t have the ability or access to different funding sources,” he said. “We have a responsibility. Is it $100 mil- lion? No.” Mr. Clapp didn’t think the Region could show a special levy as a separate item on tax bills because the Province is considering a standardized tax bill. Ajax health centre chief operating of- ficer Bruce Cliff said he’s still optimistic the hospitals will receive some money. “I think the Region realizes this is a serious issue and we need their support. It’s my belief the Region will do what is necessary to ensure there’s quality health care in Durham Region,” he said following the meeting. He added it’s “premature for me to comment without sitting down with my counterparts. “Our goal is to make this work. It’s not to take the money. We’ll look at it and discuss it with the Region. We need to know what level of support they’ll bring.” NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, April 1, 2001 PAGE 5 A/P Send it by fax: 683-7363 Durham ponders plan for hospitals JIM CLAPP ‘You either tax for it or you don’t tax for it.’ DURHAM from page 1 Weigh Down Workshop Village Community Centre 22 Sherwood Rd., W, Pickering Village, Ajax This is a unique 12 week weight reduction program that does not focus on calories, points, fat grams, etc., but encourages you to focus on your natural internal hunger control. 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ILLAGE CHRYSLER • AJAXILLAGE CHRYSLER • AJAX P PAGE 6 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, April 1, 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 April 1, 2001 Every child in need should get help To the editor: My son was diagnosed with at- tention deficit hyperactivity disor- der (ADHD) in Grade 2. Since then I have been working with the school to get help. Due to the fact my son was doing well academi- cally, he couldn’t get help due to the limited number of teachers professionals. It sickens me to realize that a kid has to hit rock bottom in order to get help. I didn’t realize what cuts the teachers were complaining about until I was the one requiring the assistance. I sure do empathize with the teachers now. Unfortunately, my son (who is now in Grade 5) has hit rock bot- tom. My husband and I have been very supportive by working with the school, getting outside help and doing what is necessary to cope. But everywhere I went I was put on waiting lists. I enrolled our family in therapy at Scarborough General Hospital, as this was the only place I could find help without being put on a waiting list. After three sessions I told them we lived in Ajax and was told they could no longer see us any more. Then I looked to the school, again, for professional help. Again I struggled. I was overwhelmed with the lack of resources provided to assist teachers and principals. My story, however, does have somewhat of a happy ending. After many meetings, arguments, upset- ting phone calls and my son hitting rock bottom, I am getting help. My son is being transferred to a school that has the resources to help and it’s all because of one principal — Mr. Cregg of Lord Elgin Public School — who went that extra mile. He advised my husband and I of what we had to do to get help for our son. He took the extra time out of his busy schedule to provide support for him. We were fortunate to have such a wonderful and help- ful person who cared enough about our family. But what about the rest of the kids in our school system? It sad- dens me to believe that only the children with major problems get the assistance. The children who have minor problems deserve the help also. There has to be a better way. Michelle Stacey, Ajax EDITORIAL LETTERS TO THE EDITOR If you want to know why you’re going to be hit with a hefty property tax increase this year, you can call the police. That’s because our boys and girls in blue are looking for a mammoth 15 per cent more next year. Yes, you heard right: the police budget, set at $71.8 million last year, is proposed by the police services board and the chief to skyrocket to $82.4. Before your blood pressure hits the roof and you rant at the first officer you see, don’t blame your average cop for the rise. Other than a raise a few years back which brought the average Durham constable in line with other 905 forces, the extra $10.6 million is all for new hires (47 new officers and 20 civilian employees this year) and other increasing expenses. As usual, the police have good rea- sons for the increase. Like many other services (roads, hospitals, schools, recreation facilities, etc.) police staffing has not kept pace with popula- tion growth in Durham. For most of the 1990s (until the last three or four years) the police budget went up a per cent or two each year. It’s just that now, Chief Kevin McAlpine and the police services board want to make up almost all that ground in one or two years. If this re- quest is passed — and there doesn’t seem to be much appetite for it around the regional council table — taxpayers in Durham will be looking at a three- to five-per cent increase for police for a number of years in a row. Just about every other department at the region, despite a crying need for money, is told to forget about an in- crease, council excluded. In part, that’s now because the police are eat- ing up every increase that comes down the pike. The roads may be full of potholes, there may be many regional require- ments which go wanting, but police, in addition to getting their man, always get their dollars. It’s just a question of how much and how soon. Certainly Durham shouldn’t be de- ficient in its ability to fight crime. But $10.6 million in one year is definitely too much to bear for taxpayers looking already at a regional tax increase and likely a local one as well. Property taxes, already on the rise, can’t bear that much of a hit at once. The chief and police services board have to go back to the table, find ways to reduce that increase and come for- ward with a sensible plan. If all other departments must do so, so must the police. E-mail your comments on this opin- ion to steve.houston@durhamnews.net. Submissions that include a first and last name, or first and middle initials and last name, as well as the city of residence, will be considered for publication. Police are playing catch-up with budget But $10.6 million is off the mark when other departments are cutting back Tony Clement would like the pub- lic to think a standardized rating sys- tem between paramedics and hospitals will alleviate the problems in over- crowded emergency rooms. It won’t. The decision by the minister of health and long-term care to co-ordi- nate a triage rating system will not meet with opposition here. But while giving each patient a code, based on the seriousness of the condition, may help in communication, if the ER is full, it’s full. It’s morally wrong to cloak this lat- est announcement under the guise of a major step to fixing what ails emer- gency rooms across this province. “It will maintain patient safety and provide a better indication of ER ca- pacity,” Mr. Clement said. By that statement alone it would seem any horror stories involving emergency rooms can be linked to communication between paramedics and hospital triage. Yet only a small percentage of those coming into ER do so by ambu- lance. The public is becoming more educated on the operations of its hos- pital. People are afraid when they get into an ambulance they will end up at a hospital far from their home town. As a result, someone who should call a paramedic won’t, in effect putting their life in danger. Walk into an emergency depart- ment sometime. There you will see people lying on gurneys in hallways waiting days for just one bed to open up. What is the minister’s solution to that? Overcrowding and increasing workloads for docs and nurses doesn’t have anything to do with triage. Surely if the problems caused by critical-care bypass and redirect were a concern to Mr. Clement he would have coupled this patient priority sys- tem with something more concrete. Mr. Clement adds the system will ensure the sickest patients will receive care at the nearest appropriate hospi- tal. Hospitals already make calls on triage. Even if a hospital is on critical- care bypass it doesn’t mean all critical patients will be refused. But it also doesn’t mean that hospitals can ignore the patient load they are facing when communicating with paramedics about new cases. It’s time for the Province to make a strong and serious commitment to fix- ing the ER problems. As Mr. Clement has shown, you can get rid of the terms critical-care bypass and redirect but it takes a whole lot more to get rid of the prob- lem. E-mail your comments on this opin- ion to steve.houston@durhamnews.net. 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Sears will arrange installation by qualified contractors Just call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ® (1-800-469-4663) NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, April 1, 2001 PAGE 7 A/P A/P PAGE 8 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, April 1, 2001 BY MIKE RUTA Staff Writer Get ready, Durham, a new area code is coming to the region. And, while it won’t replace 905, the 289 area code will share the same geograph- ic area. To meet the growing need for fax, home and cellular telephone numbers, the new area code will be introduced in Durham and other 905 municipalities on June 9, 2001. But the transition period begins April 7, when local telephone calls made in the 905 area using only seven digits may be interrupted by a recorded message, indicating the caller should add the area code the next time. The call will then be con- nected. If the call comes from a fax machine or a modem, however, the message will likely prevent the call from being connected. For Durham residents and busi- nesses, it means the days of dialling seven-digit telephone numbers for local calls are over. Every local call, even if it’s to your next-door neigh- bour, will have to include the appro- priate area code. Homeowners and businesses have some preparation to do to get ready, says Ian Angus, president of Angus Telemanagement Group, an Ajax-based telecommunications- consulting firm. “Fundamentally, there are two things people should be doing,” he said. Step one is to get in the habit of dialling 10 digits for local calls. As Mr. Angus points out, residents and businesses can already start doing this now, even before the April 7 transition date. “The sooner you get used to it the easier the transition will be,” he said. The second and most crucial step is to check home and office equip- ment. “Any equipment you have that dials phone numbers must be repro- grammed to put the 905 in,” said Mr. Angus, noting this includes modems, cellular and other phones with speed dial, and burglar alarms. The April 7 date is especially crucial for businesses, since ma- chines must be reprogrammed be- fore then. If this is not done, a fax machine may not be able to trans- mit. Mr. Angus notes when fax ma- chines dial a number, a timer deter- mines how many rings the machine will allow before giving up. “Some (equipment) won’t know what to do when they hear the recording,” he said. “Your fax ma- chine may give up waiting before it gets answered.” Where security systems are con- cerned, the key is where a cus- tomer’s monitoring station is locat- ed. Most are in Toronto, so systems are already programmed to dial 10 digits, long distance or a toll-free number and no changes are neces- sary. If your monitoring station is local, however, the number will have to be changed. Carlton Walker is a security elec- tronic technician with Ontario Se- curity Contractors Ltd. in Ajax, which has customers in most parts of the region. He says the firm has sent out let- ters to customers who need to have their system reprogrammed. But, he has only had to make three house calls to do so. “There’s a lot of problems we can fix via the phone,” said Mr. Walker. “These were systems we took over from somebody else.” Earlier this year, a new area code, 647, was introduced in Toron- to, with the transition period begin- ning Jan. 8 and the official change occurring March 5. If Toronto’s ex- perience is any indication, Durham has nothing to worry about. “It went incredibly smoothly,” Mr. Angus said of the transition there. In the first week of the transition period, more than 80 per cent of callers were dialling 10 digits, he pointed out, noting the number rose to the 95-per cent range last month. “The thing that industry worries about is that everybody will leave it till the last minute and there’s a crunch on the last day,” said Mr. Angus. He noted that there will be no changes to 911, 411 and 611 calls: three digits will suffice. And, if you don’t hear the recorded message after dialling seven digits on April 7, “don’t be surprised,” said Mr. Angus. The ac- tual changeover takes days and it may take a day or two for the mes- sage to be added. Job Connect wants to get you working Spring into an active job search. Ajax and Whitby residents, ages 16 to 24 and out of work, out of school and not eligible for employment insurance, can find out if they qualify for a training program with potential employers through the John Howard Soci- ety’s Job Connect program. Posi- tions are available in office work, sales, labour and trades. A free gift will be given to any- one attending an appointment with a Job Connect employment counsellor at 136 Commercial Ave. in Ajax. For more information, or an appointment call 427-8156. Learn to save a life with help from The Youth Centre Area youth can learn to save a life with The Youth Centre’s ‘Heart Saver ‘C’ CPR training course’. The course will emphasize the importance of healthy living by teaching participants to recog- nize the warning signals for heart attack and stroke. The two-day, 11-hour pro- gram also teaches adult, child and infant CPR techniques and tips for preventing childhood in- juries. The course runs Friday, April 6 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. and Satur- day, April 7 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The cost of certification and materials is $15 per person. The Youth Centre is at 360 Bayly St. W., Ajax. For more information or to register, call the Youth Centre at 428-1212. Preregistration is required and enrolment is limited. Check smoke alarm batteries when clocks change: Fire officials Ajax Fire and Emergency Services is reminding town resi- dents to check smoke detectors alarm batteries this Sunday, April 1, when turning their clocks ahead an hour. The average fire alarm batter- ies need to be changed twice a year, says the department, and they should not be recharge- ables. Officials also recommend re- placing smoke detectors every 10 years. Cancer Society launches new Web site In addition to the recent daf- fodil campaign launched by the Canadian Cancer Society, the so- ciety now has a toll-free number and Web site for those who need reliable information on cancer, treatment and risk reduction and all the other services that they offer. The number is 1-888-939- 3333, and the Web site can be found at www.cancer.ca. Are you ready for it? On April 7 you should begin letting your fingers do more walking Ten-digit dialling doesn’t really come into effect in Durham Re- gion until June 9, but the so-called ‘transition period’begins Sat- urday,April 7. Between April and June, telephone users who don’t dial the area code and phone number may be interrupted by a recorded message reminding them of the new requirements. But officials say it’s a good idea to get into the habit of dialling 10 digits so you’re ready for the June deadline. Durham elementary students fill up on nutrition Regional groups join forces for healthy breakfast, snack programs A good education starts with a full stomach for roughly 5,000 Durham Region students involved in breakfast or healthy snack pro- grams. Last week, the two groups sup- porting nutrition programs in 42 schools here, the Children’s Breakfast Program (CBP) and Durham’s Child Nutrition Project (DCNP), celebrated the groups’ successes and a changing of the guard of sorts: they are amalga- mating under Durham’s Child Nu- trition Project. “It was really a celebration that (DCNP) has been able to grow so quickly in two years,” said Carla Rhody, DCNP co-ordinator. “Our main goal is to educate children about eating healthy and having a healthy lifestyle.” The DCNP is a coalition of groups, including the Durham health department, working with schools and community groups to develop nutrition programs across the region. The coalition has launched 20 school and community programs since its formation. The CBP transferred its support and $13,000 to the DCNP, and Durham Region this year provided $132,000 in funding. Formed in 1988, the CBP served breakfast to and educated students at Glen Street, Mary Street, Lakewoods and Ritson public schools in Oshawa, and at R.A. Sennett PS in Whitby. Ms. Rhody said programs exist in most Durham municipalities, with an emphasis right now on providing them in the northern areas. Schools that decide to initiate a program call Ms. Rhody, who meets with representatives to plan what’s best for the school and how the program would be funded. She said the success of the DCNP must be shared with a wide range of people and groups who support the program. “It’s a team effort in the com- munity,” said Ms. Rhody. The key to a nutrition program is sustainability, and she called upon community groups and busi- nesses to get involved and sponsor a local school in their community. For more information, to make a financial contribution or volun- teer at a breakfast club, contact the DCNP at 686-2661. A.J. GROEN/ News Advertiser photo Dustin Farrow (left) and classmate Joey Guinta have their snack and eat it too during a morning classroom break. Approximately 5,000 kids are involved in the program. NEWS IN BRIEF APRIL 1, 2001 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, April 1, 2001 PAGE 9 A/P We’re online at www.durhamnews.netA.J. GROEN/ News Advertiser photo What goes up... Pickering cyclist Steve Webster takes to the air at the skateboarding facility at Whitby’s Iro- quois Park during a recent outing. You could say he was getting a jump on the spring season. Mississauga man killed at Ajax construction site Durham police have released the name of the man killed Tuesday in a construction site accident in Ajax. The victim is 37-year-old Lawrence Letren, of Mississauga. The accident occurred March 27 around 11:40 a.m. at the Tribute Homes building site on Warwick Drive. Police said Mr. Letren was operat- ing a 13-tonne, Raymond Reach Load Lifter that had become stuck in mud. As he tried to free the machine it tipped over, trapping Mr. Letren, who tried but was unable to jump out of harm’s way. He was rushed by ambulance to the Oshawa site of the Lakeridge Health Corporation, where he was pronounced dead. The Ministry of Labour was called to the accident scene and is investi- gating the incident. Personalized programs to improve your child’s GRADES & CONFIDENCE "None of my friends knew I was being tutored because the tutor came to my house!” OAC Student Ontario Certified Teacher Applications Welcome One On One Tutoring READING WRITING MATH STUDY SKILLS JK - OAC Learning Centres Inc.TUTORTIME 905-721-8938 With more than a dozen program choices and camp sites in the Greater Toronto Area,there’s a camp that is right for your child. 416 -928 -9622 or 1 -800 -223-8024 Call now to register. JokeJoke WEEKWEEKof the Courtesy of the Inside Sales / Special Features Department A man is dining in a fancy restaurant and there is a gorgeous redhead sitting at the next table. He has been checking her out since he sat down, but lacks the nerve to talk with her. Suddenly she sneezes and her glass eye comes flying out of its socket towards the man. He reflexively reaches out, grabs it out of the air, and hands it back. “Oh my, I am sooo sorry,” the woman says as she pops her eye back in place. “Let me buy your dinner to make it up to you,” she says. They enjoy a wonderful dinner together, and afterwards the theatre followed by drinks. They talk, they laugh, she shares her deepest dreams and he shares his. She listens. After paying for everything, she asks him if he would like to come to her place for a nightcap...and stay for breakfast the next morning. The next morning, she cooks a gourmet meal with all the trimmings. The guy is amazed!! Everything had been incredible!!!! “You know,” he said, “you are the perfect woman. Are you this nice to every guy you meet? “No,” she replies “You just happened to catch my eye.” Teaching children responsible homework habits in the early school years is important. A child’s attitude toward school will be shaped by early experiences with homework. If it is a positive and successful experience at an early age the child will more likely carry that positive attitude throughout their school career. Parents can do the following to help establish strong homework habits at home: • Establish homework as a top pri- ority and set aside a consistent time each day for doing homework. • Make sure there are no distrac- tions in the study area such as a televi- sion, or other people. It is important that the child work in a quiet environment. •Parents should help their child by giving them direction, getting started, or assist in doing practice sessions in sub- jects such as math, reading or spelling. • It is very important that the par- ents work with the teacher and commu- nicate any problems or concerns. • Parents need to understand that their child may learn differently from them or their siblings and adapt to the child’s unique learning preferences to prevent frustration and enhance learn- ing. •Provide positive feedback on the child’s progress, even for attempts. •Overall the parent should create an environment that is positive towards doing homework. • Does your child’s teacher have a homework policy? If the teacher does have a homework policy get a copy and try to follow it at home. Reinforcing the policy at home will only help your child. Not only will following the sug- gestions help the child with his/her schoolwork, it will also result in a healthy self-esteem and increased confi- dence. Tutortime Learning Centres Inc. has been teaching students how to learn since 1995, by providing personally designed supplemental programs in all subject areas to students of all ages. To learn how your child can improve grades, confidence, and study skills call (905) 721-8638. Establishing Responsible Homework Habits Tomorrow begins today. A Special section dedicated to educational institutions within your community. BETTER LEARNING 2000BETTER LEARNING 2000 Grade Math Programs - You Do The Math Mathematics can be looked upon as a series of building blocks. You start by learn- ing to count, and progress though the basic operations of addition, subtraction, multi- plication, and division, to such practical applications as measurement of length, area, volume, mass, time, and money. Rounding off the elementary concepts come estimation, interpretation of data, and prob- lem solving. Only when these basics are firmly in place, can your child progress to more advanced concepts of algebra, geome- try, trigonometry, and finite math. As a life skill, the subject of mathe- matics must be successfully addressed for a child to be able to function in today’s envi- ronment. The current Ontario math cur- riculum is challenging and sets out very specific expectations, which must be accom- plished by the end of each grade in order to qualify for progression to subsequent grades. Having said these things, we recog- nize that not everybody has a flair for math, nor is everybody expected to study the sub- ject at an advanced level. It is, however, incumbent on all students to develop math skills to their fullest potential in order to keep the doors open for pursuit of the many opportunities requiring competency in math. Grade Math Programs in Pickering are an excellent assistance program and is the best alternative to Kumon. The Grade Math Program covers grades one through ten and strictly adheres to the Ontario math curriculum. The Grade Math Program consists of fifteen minutes of home study five evenings per week, two evenings of instruction and all materials. The cost of the program is a very reasonable $70 per month, plus a $25 dollar registration fee. For more information, please call the Pickering Grade Math Programs at (905) 831- 4643. A Start-to-Finish Guide for Planning Your Finances Having trouble making ends meet? Tim Young and Dennis Penner are conduct- ing a series of three free workshops at the McLean Centre, starting on April 4, to help participants learn simple and practical methods of making your money stretch. The first workshop will focus on cre- ating an individualized household budget; in the second, Mr. Young will discuss the debt cycle, its control, and the importance of budgeting; in the third, Mr. Penner will discuss strategies for eliminating debt and help guide you in to financial freedom. The workshops are designed to be interactive with the opportunity to receive individual advice. As a successful entrepreneur in the field of computer information, managing large computer system projects in excess of $5 million, Mr. Young has practical experi- ence in planning budgets. Mr. Penner, a for- mer manager of various business enterpris- es and currently the pastor of Durham Christian Fellowship, has used his experi- ences to guide many of the people out of debt and ultimately to manage their own finances. “These workshops are designed to help people on any financial level,” said Mr. Penner. “Whether you have a large family and simply need your money to stretch fur- ther for you, or you’re looking to eliminate debts, we’ll be presenting some ways to help, that are surprisingly simple.” The series will be held on April 4, 11 and 18 at the McLean Centre in Ajax. Those interested in registering are asked to call 905-831-8596 or 905-839-5458 and ask for Dennis or Agnes. These free Planing Your Finances workshops are part of a series sponsored by Durham Christian Fellowship. Other helpful workshops to look forward to include a Motor Cycle Symposium and Marriage & Family. DCF meets Sunday mornings at 10:30 at the Village Community Centre (Sherwood & Linton). Tomorrow begins today. BETTER LEARNING 2000BETTER LEARNING 2000 A Special section dedicated to educational institutions within your community. A/P PAGE 10 NEWS ADVERTISER SUNDAY EDITION, April 1, 2001 MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTRE PICKERING “Knowledge with Understanding” PRIVATE SCHOOL AGES 1 1/2 - 12 YEARS “I hear and I forget, I see and I remember, I do and I understand” E.H. • Full Montessori Curriculum • Before & After School • Daycare Hours • Optional Hot Lunch • Field Trips • Computer-Music • Phys. Ed “Take the time to visit & understand!” PICKERING 509-1722 401 KINGSTON RD. (ROUGEMOUNT & HWY. 2) Call for a Visit Register early by phoning: 905-831-8596 or 905-839-5458 and ask for Dennis or Agnes sponsored by: FRE E WONDER WHERE YOUR MONEY WENT? Household Budgeting-April 4 Debt Elimination-April 11 Planning Financial Freedom-April 18th Workshop Objectives • The development of an individualized household budget for financial planning • Understand the debt cycle, its control, and the importance of budgeting • Strategies for eliminating debt and moving into financial freedom. Are financial pressures causing you stress? Are you not making ends meet at month end? These Workshops are for you! PLANNING YOUR FINANCES 8:00 p.m. at Ajax McLean Centre BLAISDALE MONTESSORI SCHOOL is celebrating our 32nd year with the opening of our NEWEST and BIGGEST LOCATION in Ajax Give Your Child The Tremendous Advantage Of This Montessori Experience • close to the 401 • on 5 acres • large gym • stage • close to the GO station • 20,000 sq. ft. facility • quiet secluded street • library ages 16 mos. to grade 8 • open 7am to 6pm For Information And A Tour Call 905-427-5006 20 O’Brien Court (West off Westney, just north of Bayly) NOW OPEN 420-9930 Ajax/Pickering 1885 Glenanna Rd. Suite #103 Improve Her Grades and Confidence. 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 Durham Regional Police and Crime Stoppers are looking for help in solving an assault in Ajax last month. The victim was walking west on Kingston Road near Harwood Avenue on Thursday, March 1 when he was ap- proached by four males. In what police say was an unprovoked attack, the victim was pushed to the ground and viciously punched and kicked before the suspects fled the area. The victim sustained several facial lac- erations, requiring medical attention. One suspect is described as a black male, five-feet nine-inches tall with a medium build and short hair. He was wearing dark pants and a blue jacket. Another suspect is also described as a black male, five-feet six-inches tall, stocky build with shoulder length dread- locks. He was wearing blue jeans and a dark jacket. The remaining two suspects are only described as black males. All four are 18 to 22 years old. Crime Stoppers pays cash for any infor- mation that leads to an arrest in an inci- dent. Callers never have to give their name or testify in court and Crime Stoppers does not use call display. Crime Stoppers is in- terested in what you know, not who you are. Anyone with information on this crime or any other can call 436-8477 or 1-800- 222-TIPS. NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, April 1, 2001 PAGE 11 P Crime Stoppers seeks help in unprovoked attack Recycle!The Youth Centre is running an anger management program to help introduce teens to constructive alternatives to ag- gressive behaviour. The anger management youth group, for teens 13 and 14 years old, was created to help increase awareness of aggression and the impact it has on others, as well as recognize anger management styles and triggers. The group meet for six weeks on Thurs- days from 5 to 7 p.m. beginning April 19. For further information, or to register, call The Youth Centre at (905) 428-1212. 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Decisions of the Ajax/Pickering News Advertiser contest officials are final in all cases. 12. Employees of the Ajax and Pickering News Advertiser & their immediate families are not eligible. Official Contest Rules For Ajax/Pickering News Advertiser Bingo A/P PAGE 12 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, April 1, 2001 A.J. GROEN/ News Advertiser photo In the lap of luxury A group of students at Frenchman’s Bay Public School in Pickering was taken to lunch in style last week as a reward for their stellar fund-raising efforts on behalf of the school. Jessica Diamond (left) earned the privilege of being taken to lunch –– with four of her friends –– in a luxury limousine for her success in annual chocolate bar sales. Funds raised in the campaign are used for enrichment activities at the school. Ready to pile in to the plush carpet of the limo are friends Rebecca Van Gijn, Latishia Wilson, Chloe Bent and Nicole Crawford. Authel and Joan’s Limo donated the ride. Access to Care says it will be there for clients Durham agency responds to criticism during contract dispute Durham Access to Care (DATC) wants to assure its clients, contrary to allegations by the union representing displaced Red Cross workers, the stan- dard of home care the centre provides will remain of the highest quality. “The five health-care providers (we have contracted with) met and even ex- ceeded our requirements,” said DATC chief executive Janet Harris. “The quality of care is what determines the successful bidder.” Ms. Harris was responding to charges by officials of the Service Em- ployees International Union (SEIU) - Local 204, which represents the 135 Red Cross personal support workers, that the reason the contract with Red Cross was not renewed was to ensure wages and the level of care remain sub- standard. All of which is nonsense, said Ms. Harris. “The cost of the new awards has increased considerably to ensure competitive wages for personal sup- port workers and homemaking staff,” she noted. Also, all displaced workers will have re-employment opportunities with competitive wages, she added. “We received a number of proposals which were rigorously evaluated against our standards of care and ser- vice delivery,” said Mary Bazeley, chairman of DATC’s client services committee and a board member. “As a result of the review, two new compa- nies received an award in addition to three long-standing companies.” The five companies that will be pro- viding home care for DATC’s 5,000 clients — from June 1, 2001 through May 31, 2004 — are Comcare Health Services, Kawartha Quality Care, ParaMed Health Services, Saint Eliza- beth Health Care and VHA Health Care. Only Saint Elizabeth and VHA are new, and contrary to union claims, both are non-profit companies. VHA workers are also represented by SEIU. As for the level of wages, Ms. Baze- ley noted DATC is not an employer. “The employers are the companies. We cannot dictate what they pay,” she said, noting the centre is spending an addi- tional $2 million this year to ensure competitive wages for the workers. Red Cross workers provided home care to 1,000 of DATC’s 5,000 clients, so approximately 20 per cent will be transferred to one of the new providers. Ms. Harris notes the vast majority of clients will retain their homemakers because she expects the displaced workers to find re-employment with the other companies. “We’ve been providing high-quality care for the residents of Durham for a long time and that will not change,” said Ms. Bazeley. (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 O N ’T F O R G E T T HE 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. NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, April 1, 2001 PAGE 13 A/P BILLBOARD APRIL 1, 2001 SUNDAY, APRIL 1 DINNER:Claremont United Church, Brock Rd., holds its annual Beef Sup- per, with sittings at 5 p.m. and 6:15 p.m. Cost is $12 for adults, $5 for chil- dren five to 12 years, and free for chil- dren under five. 649-2183. GOSPEL CONCERT:Burns Church, 765 Myrtle Rd. W. in Ash- burn, hosts a gospel music concert at 7:30 p.m. featuring Deborah Klassen, 2000 Juno Award winner for favourite traditional gospel album. No admis- sion charge. Fellowship hour follow- ing the concert. (905) 655-4240. OUTDOOR CLUB:Guests are invit- ed to join the Durham Outdoor Club on a 10-kilometre hike in the Glen Major Area near Claremont at 9:30 a.m. For information phone 420-4801. MONDAY, APRIL 2 PARKINSON’S FOUNDATION: General meeting being held at 7:30 p.m. at St. Mark’s United Church in Whitby, corner of Colburne and Centre St., south door entrance. Wheelchair accessible. New members are wel- come. For more information contact Jean Keary at 619-1469. ADMIN PROS:The Durham Chapter of the International Association of Ad- ministrative Professionals meets in the Durham Region Social Services De- partment Boardroom, 850 King St. W. (northwest corner of Thornton Rd.), Oshawa. 668-5851 (Helen Globe), 432-2063 (Rosa Pedretti). RUG HOOKERS:The Ajax Rug Hookers meets at 7:30 p.m. at the St. Andrews Community Centre, 46 Ex- eter Rd.,Ajax. Traditional rug hooking lessons are available. Everyone wel- come. 839-7953 (Sue Reany). TUESDAY, APRIL 3 FRIENDSHIP CLUB:The Tuesday Morning Discussion Group will have Tom Rosebush speaking on Railroads across Canada at 9:30 a.m. at St. An- drew’s Community Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., Ajax. YOGA:Reduce stress and anxiety. 7 p.m. at the Ajax Central Library, 65 Harwood Ave S. Free. (416) 759-4912. PARENT SUPPORT:A parents’sup- port group meets locally every Tues- day at 7:15 p.m. for parents of kids in- volved in drugs, alcohol, running away, dropping out of school, crimes and parental abuse. Call (416) 223- 7444 or 1-800-488-5666 for location, information. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4 TOASTMASTERS:Regular meeting at the Pickering Nuclear Information Centre beginning with a meet-and- greet at 7:15 p.m. and the meeting at 7:30 p.m. 686-1443 or 686-2195. OSTEOPOROSIS:The Osteoporosis Support Group of Ajax-Pickering meets at the Ajax and Pickering Health Centre, 580 Harwood Ave. S., Ajax, (conference rooms A or B) at 1:30 p.m. Call 428-6632 (Marie Wright). SINGLE PARENT SUPPORT:The One Parent Families Association, Ajax/Pickering Chapter, meets at 8 p.m. at the Ajax Cricket Club on Monarch Avenue, south of Bayly Street, for both custodial and non-cus- todial parents, whether your children are two or 42. All are welcome. 837- 9670. PINERIDGE ARTS COUNCIL: Meets at 7 p.m. to discuss Artfest plus other activities. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. Call Cathy Schnippering at 509-3855. seniors’day All savings are off our regular prices, unless otherwise specified. Brand and selection will vary by store. Excludes Bay Value items. Seniors 60 plus Tuesday, April 3rd save an additional 15% on all of our great Bay Days offers some exemptions do apply last 4 days of shopping is good The retail formats of Hudson’s Bay Company – The Bay, Home Outfitters, Zellers and Zellers Select – will now accept Bay and Zellers credit cards in all retail locations for all purchases. Some exceptions may apply. Enjoy more convenience and more choice with your Bay and Zellers credit cards. Reward miles are awarded monthly, based on cumulative purchases, excluding taxes. ®™ Trademarks of AIR MILES®International Trading B.V. Used under license by Loyalty Management Group Canada Inc. and the Hudson’s Bay Company. Shop when you want. 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A/P PAGE 14 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, April 1, 2001 YOUNG A FEATURE FOR TODAY’S FIFTY-PLUS LIFESTYLE ForeverForever Alzheimer info now online The Alzheimer Society of Durham is now online with the launch of its new Web site. The community-based Web site is designed for Durham Region and offers information the Alzheimer Society of Durham provides through its offices here. The site is interactive and infor- mative for computer users, regardless of their knowledge of Alzheimer disease and related issues. Anyone can browse through the Alzheimer information and related disorders, learn about support services, and education or fund-raising events. Visitors to the site can even sign up to volunteer. The new Web site can be found at www.alzheimerdurham.com. For more information contact the Alzheimer Soci- ety of Durham at 905-576-2567. CUT YOUR CAPITAL GAINS TAXES IN HALF! 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Look for dates, times and locations for our schedule of events and celebrations in honour of your Hearing Health. We’re “hear” to help!We’re “hear” to help! Business Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. 200 John Street, (Midtown Mall), Oshawa (905) 432-7464 420 Crawforth St., (Durham Chiropractic and Rehabilitation Centre ) Whitby, (905) 665-9713 In 1995, Canada had 3.6 mil- lion senior citizens, 12 per cent of the total population. By 2021 that’s expected to grow to 6.9 million. By 2041, seniors will account for 23 per cent of this country’s population. And while our senior popula- tion continues to grow, so does the number of seniors in the workplace. More and more se- niors keep working after they hit 55 or 65 these days. In the Oshawa area’s (Os- hawa, Whitby and Clarington) labour force of 164,200 (as of December 2000), an estimated 13,000 people are 55 and older, said Olga Myers, labour market information analyst for Human Resources Development Canada (HRDC) in Durham Region. “Of that group, full-time ac- counts for 10,700 and part-time 2,400,” she said. It’s a sign of the changing times, said Maralyn Tassone, of the Durham Region Unem- ployed Help Centre. She’s a member of the Experienced Worker Advisory Group (EWAG), which is concerned with workers over 45. More and more seniors are re- maining in the workforce for a variety of reasons, she said. First and foremost is money, she said. Many seniors just can’t afford to retire. “Their expenses are still very high,” she said. “Most of them feel they’ve got 10 more years to work. Full-time is what they’re looking for. They need the in- come to maintain their level of living.” That living is often the basic level, nothing fancy, she said. “For people at minimum wage, retirement is not an op- tion,” she said. Many immigrants to Canada find they can’t get better paying jobs because of their lack of skills with English, she said. The Pickering HRDC office finds 40 per cent of its clients are new Canadians, she added. They often find jobs in the service in- dustry, getting paid minimum wage or just a bit better. Even those earning more than minimum wage often can’t retire or have to find another job if they face mandatory retirement in the workplace. Younger seniors may still have children at home, Ms. Tassone said, adding the average age for people to leave home is now 30. The parents may be sup- porting their children as they go through university, an expensive proposition these days, or sup- porting them when they come home without jobs and perhaps with children in tow, she said. It all means a steady income is needed, she said. Experienced workers who get laid off or fired might get a pack- age but still often need to find an- other job, for the same financial reasons, she said. Other seniors just don’t want to stop working. “They just get bored out of their minds,” Ms. Tassone said. “There’s not enough to keep them challenged anymore. It’s not uncommon for people to leave their place of employment and in a couple of years die be- cause their work is all they had. It’s tragic. Retirement should be eased into.” Seniors find themselves pick- ing up jobs in the retail and ser- vice industries, since there aren’t many office or manufacturing jobs, Ms. Tassone said. Of course, seniors find them- selves competing for jobs with people who are much younger, just out of college or university, with up-to-date training and knowledge of technology, she said. In fact, the people handling the job interviews are often half the age of the seniors, she said. But seniors can and do com- pete equally, she said. Seniors offer flexibility, years of experi- ence, expertise in jobs, interper- sonal and life skills, maturity. They are just as capable to learn- ing new skills, can pass their ex- perience on to younger workers and are safer workers, she said. Seniors often take less sick days than younger workers, too, she added. It’s important experienced workers keep their skills up to date (if you haven’t looked for a job in a year, your skills are out of date), she said. Any seniors looking for work can get help from a number of community agencies. Experienced workers can turn to EWAG for help. Con- tact the group at www.ewag.on.ca or by e-mail at info@ewag.on.ca. NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, April 1, 2001 PAGE 15 A/P RON PIETRONIRO/ News Advertiser photo Fashionable fund-raiser The Ajax and Pickering Health Centre’s hospital auxiliary held a fund-raising fashion show March 29 at the Ajax Community Centre to help raise money for a Computer Tomography scanner. Here, Laurel McHale (left), regional su- pervisor for Nygard International goes through some of the fashion choices with Dorothy Power of the hospital auxiliary. The event raised $4,500. Seniors can offer special talents in workplace More choose to work than ever before Just the fax? We’re at 683-7363MARALYN TASSONE ‘Most of them feel they’ve got 10 more years to work.’ Stairs becoming an effort? Discover the difference with a stairlift from: When you or a loved one experiences problems climbing stairs, turn to a Concord Discovery DX Stairlift to carry you safely up and down the stairs. 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It can be bad for you. According to a recent issue of the Mayo Clinic Health Letter, feeling angry too often, too in- tensely and for too long can be bad for the health. When a person is angry, the heart races and blood pressure increases. The body releases “stress” chemicals, such as epinephrine and norepinephrine. Over time, excessive levels of these can contribute to artery- clogging plaques in blood ves- sels which, in turn, can damage heart muscles and disrupt heart rhythm. A new study also shows that anger can cause plaques to dis- lodge, blocking important arter- ies that supply blood to the heart and causing heart attack or death. Mayo Clinic experts advise the following steps to manage anger healthfully: • Think before responding and understand the other point of view. • Be aware of anger triggers and avoid such situations. • Look for humour in any situa- tion. • Exercise regularly to help re- duce frustration. • Express frustration assertively but calmly. • Count to 10 or walk away from trigger situations. • Seek professional help if anger regularly gets out of control. A/P PAGE 16 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, April 1, 2001 Just the fax: 683-7363 Getting mad can be bad for your heart Please recycle me!sancella 7x145 Negs sent up by courier COLLECTOR looking for old hi-fi components, speakers, 30 years or older, also old audio amplifiers, pre amps, tuners. No factory consoles, etc. Call 519-853-2157. GUNS-SWORDS Highest cash paid by collector for old and antique guns, swords, knives, ammunition, medals, helmets & military items. Confidential. Will travel. Call Vern 905-294-4965. 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In addition, euchre games are held weekly on Wednesdays from noon to 3:30 p.m. and on Fridays (starting with a potluck dinner) from 5 to 10:30 p.m. A bring a lunch social is held the first Thursday of each month (tea and coffee is provided) and a potluck lunch is held on the third Thursday as well. All of the events are held in the O’Brien Room at the Pickering Recreation complex on Valley Farm Road. All seniors 55 and over are wel- come to take part in the leisure ac- tivities. For further information, call Betty MacLean at 839-2861 or Ruth Miller at 509-1807. the perfect retirement living experience! Elliot Lake Retirement Living • 1-800-461-4663 • www.retireelliotlake.com an incredible place… an exceptional price! Come to a place with a perfect lifestyle, natural environment and all the recreational activities you desire. Not only does the Elliot Lake Retirement Living Program offer the most attractive rents in the province, it also has the most diverse cross section of housing and apartment properties to choose from. The variety is tremendous; there are single and semi-detached homes, in two or three bedroom styles with or without basements, two and three bedroom townhouses, and one and two bedroom apartments in a variety of settings all available for rent! You need never worry about costly home repairs, property taxes or upkeep; all of your maintenance requirements are taken care of by qualified, highly efficient staff. Rents start as low as $349/month*. For more information or to book a discovery tour call us now 1-800-461-4663! recreation housing options *excluding utilities natural beauty Coming April 2001 If you would like more information on this handy Seniors Directory, please call Laurie Thompson 683-5110 ext. 230 Seniors Directory and Activity Guide A/P PAGE 18 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, April 1, 2001 McLeod in the clouds over lottery win Ajax man claims $250,000 Encore prize AJAX —It just seemed right when the numbers jumped out at Brett McLeod. The 36-year-old Ajax man won $250,000 in the Encore portion of the Lotto 6/49 draw on Feb. 28. “I checked the numbers and for some reason they seemed to jump off the ticket. They really stood out; I guess that’s what winning numbers look like,” Mr. McLeod said. A paramedic, Mr. McLeod collect- ed his prize March 27. Mr. McLeod and his wife Terri- Anne have a son and daughter. Plans for the money include paying off debts, buying a new truck and invest- ing the remainder. 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NOT VALID WITH TAX RUSH OR ANY OTHER OFFER.SAVE $10 • Income Tax Preparation • Personal or Business • FREE Electronic Filing • Seniors Discount 15% • Convenient Hours • Open Year Round • Money Back Guarantee • Over 250 Locations N ame D ropping NEWS ADVERTISER APRIL 1, 2001 NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, April 1, 2001 PAGE 19 A/P Birthday Emily Pow- ell turned eight years old on March 12. “Happy birth- day from all your family. We love you!” Birthday March 6 was a big day for Julian Dias,as he turned eight. “Happy birth- day Julian. Love always from Mom, Dad, Jadeyn and Daemon.” Birthday “Our little girl turned two on March 12! Happy birthday Jessica Watters. Because of you, our lives are filled with: J - joy E - excitement S - sweetness S - silliness I - I love yous C - cuddles A - affection. Love always from Mommy, Daddy and Ryan.”Birthday A happy birthday went out to Erin Sheepwash, as she turned 18 on March 6. “Many days of bingo, lot- tery tickets and voting await Erin on her special day. Best wishes on your birthday. Love from Scott, Shan- non, family and friends.” Birthday Jennifer Ann Scott turned nine on March 10. Birthday fun was had at Wheelies with family and friends. “Daddy, Mommy and sis- ter Julie love you lots Jennifer.” Birthday “Wow, someone in the Ford family reached double digits. That’s right, Shawn turned 10 on March 23. Congratu- lations from Mommy, Daddy, Kyle, Nanny and Poppy. We love you buddy.” Birthday Happy 16th birthday on March 18 to “our wonderful son”Bradley and “the great- est big brother” from Amanda, Mihaly, Bran- don, Mom and Dad. “The keys are on the way.” Birthday “A special smile, a hand- some face, Tyler, so full of grace. On March 15, age 16, a man, wow, and still a ham. Love you baby boy. From Mum and Bruce.” Birthday There were plenty of birth- day wishes for Daniel Kooner, as he celebrated his first birthday on March 14. “Happy birthday to Daniel, Daddy’s little Daniel and Mommy’s Sweetie Pie. We love you!” And, “Happy birthday baby. It’s me! Auntie Gail. Love from Mom, Dad and Sarah.” 40th Anniversary “On April 4 40 years ago, Hiltrud Mittmann and Hans Berger exchanged marital vows. Your years together have shown us what true commit- ment, partnership and love real- ly mean. We are so proud of you! Congratulations, with love, from your daughters Joan, Debbie and Lynn.” 50th Anniversary “On March 24, 1951, Whitfield and Betty Green were married in Toronto. Your family wishes you a happy 50th anniversary. Love from Denise, Dan, Shawn, Kyle, Ray, Norma, Melissa and Leslie. We love you.” Birthday Serious basketball fan Elise Grange turned double digits March 23. Best wishes on turning 10, with lots of love from Mommy, Daddy, Ashleen and all her family and friends. Birthday “Our precious Victoria cele- brated her third birthday March 22: #1 - You were our dream come true. #2 - You just wanted to be you! #3 - It’s plain to see, you’re Daddy’s little girl and will always be. Love and kisses from Mommy and Daddy.” Birthday “On March 19, there was a teenager in the Wedderburn household, be- cause that’s the day lovely Michelle turned 13. Wishing Michelle the happiest of birthdays were Oma, Mom and Beres, Dad and Maxine, siblings Nicole, Al- isha, Marcus, Dill Pickle and Bri- anna, cousins Anisha and Jordin, Aunties Eartha, Kristin and Dari- an, Uncles Ike, Norbert and Shane.” Birthday Happy third birthday to “our sweet little girl”Micaela Frisoni on March 25. “You have brought much joy to our lives. We love you! Hugs and kisses from Mom, Dad, Justine, Nanna, Nonno, Nona Santina, your aunts and uncles.” Birthday Happy first birthday to “our precious little angel”Megan Eliza- beth Toth, born on March 3. With lots of love from Mommy and Daddy. Birthday Another Vandervinne boy cele- brated a birth- day. Noah turned two on March 9. Wishing him lots of love and kisses are Mommy, Daddy and brother Riley. “We love you lots!” Birthday Happy birthday to “our sweet boy”Ryan Mitchell, as he turned one on March 12. Lots of love from Mom, Dad, Grandma and Grandpa Mitchell, Grandma and Grandpa Mc- Cabe, and his aunts and uncles. Birthday A handsome young man turned one on March 12. Wishing Joseph Calvo a happy birth- day were Aunt Jo-Ann, Uncle Richard and cousins Alexander and Adam Levesque. “We love you very much.” Birthday “Behind that big roar is a most huggable, lovable little boy who brings simplici- ty, hap- piness and love to our lives. Your ex- cite- ment, wit and energy are much to be admired. We are very proud! Happy third birthday on March 7 Pasquale. Love Mama, Papa and sister Meli- na.” Birthday? Anniversary? Wedding? Let us know. 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Sandra can take almost any piece of furniture, solid wood or veneer, and refinish to the point that it looks better than it did originally! “One thing about real wood furniture is that its traditional look never goes out of style,” Sandra says. “A lot of people purchase the cheaper made (particle board) furni- ture and end up throwing them away.” As Sandra explains, wooden furniture is a great investment that really is worth its cost. “When you purchase quality wooden furniture it is something that you can keep forever,” she says. “You can pass it down from genera- tion to generation, whether its a bed or a table, and refinish it or repair it as it needs it. The value of hard- wood lasts for years and years.” After being raised by a family of woodworkers, Sandra decided to take the proper schooling and apprenticeship programs that would enable her to one day fulfill her desire to open her own shop. In 1997 that dream became a reality with the opening of her loca- tion at 1019 Toy Avenue, Unit 3 off Bayly St. just east of Brock Rd. Here she offers a variety of services including veneer repairs, cabinet re- finishing and colour design. Basically, Sandra gives a profession- al look to an already built piece of furniture. New or antique, Sandra can revitalize and protect your fur- niture with a new finish. Something else you will find at Sandra’s shop is a commitment to providing the highest quality ser- vice to her customers at the best price possible. Her no-nonsense honest approach towards customer service has earned her a solid repu- tation with all her customers, both the general public and with compa- nies who contract work out to her. For more information, or to inquire about having a piece of fur- niture finished or re-finished, con- tact Sandra Dee at (905) 426-5992. At Sandra Dee’s Finishing Touch Where Everything Old Is New Again Sandra Dee restores an antique chair in her Pickering shop at 1019 Toy Avenue in Pickering. Financial problems can cause many difficulties. They can affect your marriage, your job, even your relationship with your children. But even worse is how they can affect you and your health. Many people find them- selves in financial hardship due to such things as divorce and sickness and need help. The stress associated with unmanage- able debts can be overwhelming. But there are options that can give you a new start and get you on the road to a life not con- stantly plagued by money prob- lems. Advice from a financial advisor, or a Trustee in Bankruptcy can be the first important step towards better management of your financial future. Robert Linder, Estate Manager of Harris & Partners Inc. has helped many people get out from under the burden of unpaid bills, harassing phone calls and overdue letters. “We can advise clients on the options available to them depending on their particular cir- cumstances,” he explains. “You can either declare Bankruptcy or make an arrangement by filing a Consumer Proposal. Under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act, a trustee or an administrator files a Proposal or an arrangement between you and your creditors to have you pay off only a portion of your debts, extend the time you have to pay off the debt, or provide some combination of both. “If this alternative does not work for you, and you're feeling "boxed in" bankruptcy may be the only way for you to get a fresh start’” says Robert. “One of the main purposes of bankruptcy leg- islation is to afford the opportuni- ty to a person, who is seriously burdened with debt, to free him- self of the debt and start fresh.” People who have come to terms with their situation and decided on a bankruptcy or pro- posal have realized they should have done it sooner and not when things got out of control. “Many discharged clients have gone on to lead successful careers and reacquire assets such as a new house and new car,” says Robert. “ This is a result of them properly dealing with cred- it and new debt within limits.” Your initial consultation is free. For more information about bankruptcy and proposal options contact Robert Linder at Harris and Partners Inc. Trustee in Bankruptcy at (905) 509-7007. Harris & Partners Inc. Offers Clients a Fresh Financial Start “One of the main purposes of bankruptcy legislation is to afford the opportunity to a person, who is seriously bur- dened with debt, to free him- self of the debt and start fresh.” PICKERING —Pickering resident Ian Mayne left world- wide competitors in his dust dur- ing a recent international high school meet in New York City. The St. Mary Catholic Sec- ondary School student, a mem- ber of the Durham XLs Track Club, finished second in the two-mile event at the National Scholastic Indoor Champi- onships in early March against 14 competitors from the U.S. and another from Great Britain. Ranked second-last in the field heading into the event at the Armoury Centre, Mayne stayed at the back of the pack for the first three laps of the 18-lap race before beginning to move up. With two laps to go he was in sixth, before using a strong final kick. “I was feeling good with 400 metres to go and I said to myself ‘let’s try for fifth, then fourth and before I knew it I was in sec- ond place’,” said Mayne, whose time of 9:17 was only beat- en by a Massachusetts run- ner. Mayne, who is being re- cruited by several universi- ties, will now focus his training efforts on the On- tario Federation of Schools Ath- letic Association championships in June. NEWS ADVERTISER, SUNDAY EDITION, April 1, 2001 PAGE 21 P Sports &LEISURE NEWS ADVERTISER april 1, 2001 Ian almost the Mayne man in New York Pickering teen finishes second against tough competition SCOREBOARD APRIL 1, 2001 PICKERING MEN’S BASKETBALL Playoff results from April 2. GAME ONE Van Kempen Insurance 64 vs. Gallantry’s Eatery 58. TOP SCORERS Van Kempen:Bruce Briard 20, Mike Pink 15, Karl Hutchinson 13, Steve Hemphill 10. Gallantry’s: Randy Filinski 22, Frank Forde 10, Tom Parisi 10. Reynolds Watkis 6. GAME TWO Mud Hen’s 39 vs. Ell-Rod Holdings 39 (overtime tie). TOP SCORERS Mud Hen’s: Steve McQuade 11, Jim Williamson 9, John Fleming 7. Ell-Rod: Dave Bayliss 7, Steve Hewitt 6, Damon Elyea 6, Pat Roach 6. GAME THREE Verifeye 67 vs. Envoy Business Service 58. TOP SCORERS Verifeye: Ivor Walker 24, Glenn Hill 20, Bill Hart 7. Envoy: Bob Nickleford 15, Frank Gallo 10, Luke Lukkenon 10, David Voth 9. GAME FOUR Melanie Pringles 61 vs. J. Mitchell Printing 49. TOP SCORERS Melanie Pringles: John Christiansen 18, Mike Jovanov 9, Tom Rowen 9, Terry Cook 7. J. Mitchell: Sam Terry 14, Bill Boston 10, Gary Dainard 10, Don Leahy 8. Food Court Area (905) 837-0564 Mon.-Sat., Mall Hours Sun., 12-5 (Feb. 4 to April 30) Income Tax Returns 2000 CASH REFUNDS WITHIN 24 HOURS EFILED REFUNDS IN ABOUT 2 WEEKS (Most EFiled Returns) FREE EFILE WITH TAX PREPARATION ALL RETURNS PREPARED Personal, Business, Corporations & Trusts BOOKKEEPING SERVICES AVAILABLE Best Accounting Firm PICKERING TOWN CENTRE E-FILEE-FILE READY CASH Pickering Ball Hockey LeaguePBHL BALL HOCKEY Call to Register 905-839-9638 www.ballhockeygta.com WITH THIS COUPON * 5W30 - $2.00 Extra 1995* OIL, LUBE & FILTER PLUS UP TO 5 LITERS MOST VEHICLES * Evening appointments may be arranged THRIFTY MECHANIC SHOP 695 Finley Avenue, Ajax 683-1112 * Evening appointments may be arranged THRIFTY MECHANIC SHOP 695 Finley Avenue, Ajax 683-1112 Plus • Check ALL Fluid Levels • Thorough Visual Inspection • Check Tires OFFER EXPIRES APRIL 30/01 Ladies Only or Co-ed Beginner or Intermediate only *BONUS-FREE PRIVATE LESSONS for first 25 registered (905)427-3716 *C.P.G.A. Professionals Also Private Lessons, Junior Classes & Summer Camps GOLF CLASSES Ken Fulton Golf Centre Hwy#2, Ajax $15900 905-686-1121 •boys & girls ages 7-16 •weekly day camp 9-3 •1 round of golf everyday •range practice balls, golf towel, golf hat & lunches included •instruction by C.P.G.A golf professional & assistants on all aspects of golf •parent /child best ball tournament on Friday JUNIOR GOLF CAMP Starting week of: July 3,9,16.23,30 Aug 7,13 &20 FOX RUN Golf Centre 560 Taunton Rd. W. Ajax (905)428-8479 Don’t be disappointed -Register Early! Fox Run Canlan Ice Sports Oshawa Location Thickson RdPhillip Murray Avenue Hwy 401 Boundary Rd.Stevenson Rd.Wentworth St. X N Park Rd.Lake Ontario 1401 Phillip Murray Ave., Oshawa 905-725-6951905-725-6951 oshawa@icesports.com www.icesports.com Great Sports Great Time Great Prices REGISTER NOW! 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Ladies Hockey League Co-Ed Hockey League Friday Night League Daytime Hockey League 21 & Under League Beach Volleyball Adult Leagues Adult Hockey Tournaments Old Timers Classic The Ultimate Tournament Adult - 3 on 3 Tournaments Puck and Ball (Slo-Pitch & Hockey) Slo-Pitch Iron Man & Woman Youth & Peewee Classic Youth 3 on 3 Tournaments Youth-Hockey Tournaments Ultimate Kids Weekend Ringette “Friendship Cup” Beach Volleyball Tournaments Summer Sports Camps Youth Hockey League 3 on 3 Hockey League Beach Volleyball Ringette Youth LeaguesSchools & Camps Strides (Learn to Skate) Youth Hockey Future Stars Beginner Hockey School Private Lessons Power Skating Hockey Camps Girls Hockey Camp Game Week Camp Ringette Camp Sports Camps Youth Hockey Development Program Adult Hockey School Summer Public & Contract Ice Available Birthday Parties Team Banquets No Skates Required SUMMER PROGRAMSSPRING& • Ideal for Intermediate & New Golfers • Learn the golf fundamentals by Victoria Day • Certified Instructors • Begins April 17 -19 SPRING CLINICS 416-321-9331 “Space is Limited, Register Now” Only $99.99 Visit our Web Site www.metrogolfdome.com Open 7 Days A Week 7am To 11pm “TECS” - Training • Education • Careers • Schooling “TECS” - Training • Education • Careers • Schooling PAGE 22-THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, APRIL 1, 2001 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net Ajax Pickering News Advertiser 130 Commercial Ave., Ajax Hours: Mon.-Fri 8:00-5 p.m. Closed Saturday Toronto Line: (416) 798-7259 24-Hour Fax: (905) 579-4218 Classified Online: Now when you advertise, your word ad also appears on the internet at http://www.durhamnews.net Email: compose@durhamnet Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser CLASSIFIEDS To Place Your Ad In Ajax or Pickering Call: 683-0707 E-Mail address: classifieds@durhamnews.net Web Site: www.durhamnews.net Our phone lines are open Mon. to Fri. until 8 p.m. Sat. 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Prepare for industry certification in (905) 420-1344 Pickering Campus, 1450 Kingston Rd. www.tsb.ca Web Site Designers are making their mark in today’s connected workplace! Courses include: • HTML • Adobe Photoshop • Adobe Illustrator • Macromedia Dreamweaver • E-Commerce • JavaScript 20 diploma programs including… INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY BUSINESS • Network Administrator (MCP) • Business Administration • Network & Internet Systems (MCSE) • PSW • Web Site Designer (AWP) • Small Business Management • Web Developer • Accounting & Computers • Information Technology Technician • Payroll Administration ADMINISTRATION PLUS PROGRAMS IN… • Executive Office Assistant • Dental Assistant • Medical Office Assistant • Travel & Tourism • Legal Administration • Esthetics & Salon Operations PICKERING CAMPUS www.tsb.ca(905)(905) 420-1344420-1344 A progressive and well-established sheetfed printer in the eastern region of the GTA has an opportunity for a pressroom supervisor. Managing a department of 21, this position requires a high-energy, self-motivated individual that is a seasoned manager and has excellent technical knowledge. The environment is a modern, well-equipped sheetfed pressroom that is known for high quality. As a member of the management team, you will be expected to help set the direction of the company. Along with this position comes the opportunity of ownership participation. Please fax your résumé to: The V.P. Production at (905) 436-0813. (We thank all those who apply, but only successful candidates will be contacted.) Pressroom Supervisor Pressroom Supervisor Bring a friend and ask us about our referral bonus! Steel-toed safety boots an asset for industrial jobs. Bring void cheque or savings acct. info for direct deposit. Walk in 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 3, 2001 at Pickering Recreation Centre Rm. 2, 1867 Valley Farm Rd./ Hwy. 2 LET QUANTUM BE YOUR STRESS RELIEF!! Our goal is to get you working while the market is HOT! We have immediate positions in Durham and Scarborough: STRESSED? OUT OF WORK? INDUSTRIAL $7.50–$8.50/hr. 30 Assemblers 40 Labourers 25 Picker/Packers 15 Movers 10 Machine Operators 35 Sorters OFFICE Flexible Rates Call Centre Reps. Administrative Assistants Receptionists Accounting Clerks Bilingual CSR’s Data Entry Clerks DURHAM CHILD NUTRITION PROJECT COORDINATOR (35 HRS. WK/3 YEARS) A highly motivated, innovative and creative individual is required to manage future development and expansion of breakfast/nutrition programs and maintain current programs for children throughout Durham Region. A diploma or degree in human services and 3 to 5 years experience in community development is preferred along with • Experience working with volunteers and professionals from a variety of sectors • An understanding of child hunger & poverty issues, & Durham Region • Proven organizational skills including knowledge of computers • Ability to develop and implement an evaluation process • Financial management and fund development experience • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Public Relations experience • Some evening work will be required; a reliable vehicle is essential. Please submit cover letter and resume for this position by Friday, April 20th, 2001 to : Child Nutrition Project Hiring Committee Social Development Council of Ajax-Pickering 134 Commercial Ave. Ajax, Ontario., LlS 2H5 Fax: (905) 686-4157 INTERMEDIATE/SENIOR PROGRAMMERS Tired of commuting? 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To Apply: If you have the necessary skills and experience, please forward your resume to: Strategic Information Technology Ltd. 37 Sandiford Dr. Stouffville, ON L4A 7X5 fax: (905)640-0809 E-mail: brucep@stratinfotech.com Web Offset Publications Limited, a major printing company located in Pickering, requires an experienced SHIPPING CO-ORDINATOR Experience in distribution and materials handling, a thorough working knowledge of traffic operations and materials handling equipment and the ability to work with minimal supervision is required. Knowledge of Customs & Brokerage and computer skills would be a definite asset. Some shift work is involved. Please submit resumes prior to April 20, 2001 to: Fax: 905-831-2372 Att: Human Resources OR E-mail: khume@web-offset.com Only suitable candidates will be contacted. SELL IT NOW CALL AJAX 683-0707 NO TIME TO TALK Why not Fax us your ad! You can use your fax machine to send us your advertisement. Please allow time for us to confirm your ad copy and price prior to deadline. One of our cus- tomer service representa- tives will call you. Please remember to leave your company name, address, phone number and contact name. Fax NEWS ADVERTISER 905-579-4218 5 OFFICE CLEANERS required 1 for 3 locations in Pickering/ Whitby area 11:30am-5:30pm; 4 for the Pickering/Oshawa area evenings. Own transpor- tation to each location re- quired. Fax resume to: 905- 579-5481 attn: file #2001/03 ABSOLUTELY FREE INFO! Learn How To Earn An Extra $2,000 - $6,000 / Month! www.ezlifeathome.com ACCESS TO A computer ? Work from home on line $500- $1500 part time, $5,000 plus full time, 1-877-418-1741. www.haveweathnow.com ADULT VIDEO store in Pickering requires Part-time help. Previous applicants need not apply. Pre- vious retail experience required. Fax resume to (905)426-6434 ARE YOU STUCK in a job you hate? Do you want to get ahead? We are a progressive company with an exciting in- come plan. Training provided. Call Angela (905)426-1322, ASSISTANT HOMEMAKER needed to help run a home. Must be a responsible, well-organized person P/T flexible hours. Willing to consider someone with young child. Westney/#2 area. Yvonne 665-6464 (lv. message) AZ CONTRACT DRIVERS required to run Eastern Sea board. Home weekends. (905)697-1800. BRAND NEW OFFICE need to fill 15 openings immediately. Short and long term opportunities No experience necessary full time only. Call Sam 686-2442 Students welcome CANVASSERS & Managers needed Full-Time/Part-Time. All ages. Evenings and/or Week- ends. "Help us help the youths in our community". Toll Free: 1- 888-350-3281 CIRCLE ME!!!If you are looking for permanent full time work, Call Sue (905) 686-9586 EARN EXTRA CASH NOW! Domino's Pizza hiring Part- Time/Full-Time delivery drivers. Paid cash nightly. Apply at 10 Harwood Ave. S. Ajax 683-9993 1215 Bayly, Pickering 831-0030. Must have own car. Also hiring Part-time Pizza Makers & Customer Service Reps. PROPERTY MAINTENANCE, Landscaper, labourer re-quired, experience preferred. Driver's license needed. Full time. Call 433–0505. WAREHOUSE POSITIONS Looking for hard working, con- scientious people for a fast paced distribution center located in Markham. Must be able to lift 80 lbs. Experience in a warehouse environment is an asset. Please fax resume to Attn: Operations Manager Fax: (905) 946-8435 YOU CAN BE AN ENTREPRE- NEUR.We'll show you how. Start with Primerica Financial Ser- vices, a subsidiary of Citigroup, and build a new career in finan- cial services. Instruction provid- ed. For more information call Susan Wenghofer 1-866-787- 3918 or (905)436-8499. Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, APRIL 1, 2001-PAGE 23 FREE Travel Seminar How To Operate Your Own Home-Based Travel Business Canada’s Premier Travel Company with 26 years’ experience Tuesday, April 3rd at 7:15 p.m. Durham College, Whitby Campus No Inventory, No Receivables, Interesting Deductions and Great Travel Benefits make this an opportunity that must be examined. Please RSVP to: 1-800-608-1117 Space is limited. Not multi-level marketing. Registration #4316071 TORONTO PAY RATES Compressed work week allows travel at non peak times. Mobile or fixed sites security officers. Fax resume to: 416-469-4255 code #012 THE NEWS ADVERTISER is looking for prospects to deliver newspapers and flyers to the following areas ✰✰✰✰✰✰✰ PICKERING Foxwood Trail Graceland Crt. Amberlea Rd. Norfolk Sq. Sultana Sq. Otonabee Drr. Weyburn Sq. Braeburn Cres. Thicket Cres. White Pine Cres. Valley Ridge Cres. Copley St. Secord St.Sandcherry Cres. Rouge Forest Cres. Pinegrove Ave. Woodsmere Cres. Stouds Ln. Treetop Cres. Silver Maple Dr. White Cedar Dr. Autumn Cres. Pineview Ln. Rosebank Rd.N Laurier Cres. Beckworth Sq. Alder Crt.Hillcrest Rd. Hillview Rd. Victory Dr. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ FOR FURTHER INFORMATION 905-683-5117 500 Career Training 500 Career Training 500 Career Training 500 Career Training 510 General Help 510 General Help 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 DIRECT DRIVER PERSONNEL Requires 10 AZ Drivers for US work $.30 per mile, great equipment 2,500 miles *Markham Based* Recent Graduates Welcome Call DDP 1-877-420-1270 Positions Available in Ajax/Pickering Area *Part Time Cook for Childcare (must have experience cooking in a childcare setting) *ECE/Unqualified Childcare supply staff at a number of different locations Please fax resume to 905-619-4578 attention Judy. All successful candidates will be asked for a criminal reference check. 510 General Help 510 General Help THE GARDEN BASKET FOOD MARKETS Quality & Freshness Since 1929 9275 Hwy. #48 (at 16th Ave.), Markham FULL TIME POSITIONS available in the following departments FRESH PRODUCE SALAD BAR & RECEIVING ••••••••••• ALSO DAYTIME PART-TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN ALL DEPARTMENTS. EXCELLENT PAY & BENEFITS IMMEDIATE EMPLOYMENT. Apply in person at THE GARDEN BASKET 9275 Hwy. #48 (at 16th Ave.) MARKHAM Resumes Accepted. Tel: (905)471-0777 Fax: (905)471-0922 We appreciate all responses, but regret that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. DIRECT DRIVER PERSONNEL requires DZ Drivers for Recycling For Durham, Markham & Eastside of Toronto $13/hr. Steady work CALL DDP 1-877-420-1270 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Expanding automotive recylcer requires reliable full time GENERAL HELP Candidates must have their own tools and must be mechanically in- clined. For more information call Justin at (905) 428–1450 ext. 4 M/F - 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or fax resume to (905) 428-1453 Serious inquires only please Only qualified applicants will be contacted. BUSHWOOD GOLF CLUB Food & Beverage Manager/Chef • Responsible for day to day operation and large banquets • Supervision of staff • Food control & purchasing Also, Golf Course Mechanic required, and Cleaner for clubhouse Fax 905-640-9877 or apply in person 10905 Reesor Road CONFIDENTIAL TO BOX REPLIES If there are firms or individuals to whom you do not wish your reply sent, simply place your application in an envelope addressed to the box number in the advertisement and attach a list of such names. Place your application and list in an envelope and address to: Box Replies. If the advertiser is one of the names on your list your application will be destroyed. PLEASE NOTE, resumes that are faxed directly to Oshawa This Week, will not be forwarded to the file number. Originals must be sent directly as indicated by the instructions in the ad. 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help CONSTRUCTION SUPERINTENDENT For reputable construction company in Durham Region. Must have experi- ence in the ICI sector of projects valued between $5-$10 million. Must have excellent communication skills, reading plans & specifications. Fax Resume to: 888-315-6320 COSTCO WHOLESALE is now accepting applications for Part-time Positions in our FRESH FOOD DEPARTMENT • Meat Cutters • Cake Decorators • Wrappers At our Ajax Location Please forward resumes to: COSTCO WHOLESALE 150 Kingston Rd. East Ajax, Ont. L1Z 1E5 Att: Ian McDowell or Roger Bernard Diplomat Pool & Spa has a position for an enthusiastic individual who enjoys working in a retail environment. A mature student planning to attend university or college. Experience:Retail Store Sales, Customer Service Skills, Merchandising Experience, Strong Communication Skills, Excellent telephone manner, Some pool knowledge an asset. Interested applicants must be prepared to work evenings and weekends. all necessary training will be provided. Please call (905)839–8399 for appointment. Please leave name and number, or fax resume to (905)839–8676. Someone needed immediately to start in April. a guaranteed summer job from April to October. Friendly working environment. Durham Region Soccer Association is seeking a Region Head Coach Durham Region is an established leader and emphasizes a dynamic and progressive approach to assisting coaches and players to achieve their full potential.The successful applicant will oversee a comprehensive Coaching Program for coach and player development in the Durham Region and report to the Durham Region Board of Directors. Duties: • Responsible for the U-13 Boys and Girls Player Development Program, which runs in conjunction with the Ontario Soccer Association. • Be the resource and liaison person for Club Head Coaches and coaches. • Sit as a member of the Durham Region Technical Committee. Requirements: • A minimum Canadian Soccer Association "C" License and or in the process of acquiring a current "B" License. • Competitive Coaching experience with knowledge of the Community Coaching Program. • The applicant must have no affiliation to any amateur club or team. Salary to be negotiated. Deadline: April 12, 2001 Please forward applications and resumes to: Attention: Selection Committee Durham Region Soccer Association 1255 Terwillegar Ave., Unit 1 Oshawa ON L1J 7A4 Fax: (905) 436-2433 E-mail: dursoccer@idirect.com FULL TIME C.Y.W. & PERMANENT/CASUAL RELIEF WORKERS Needed to work within our treatment residence for emotionally and behavior- ally difficult youth. Min. Child and Youth Worker Diploma, knowledge of Crisis Intervention and Anger Manage- ment. Flexibility and reliability a must. Please forward resumes to: Enterphase Child & Family Services 209 Bond St. E., Oshawa, ON. L1G 1B4 Fax: (905) 434-1775 Attn: Jennifer Couturier LAWN CARE TECHNICIANS We are willing to train the right individuals QUALIFICATIONS: • Able to drive standard transmission and valid driver's license • Must be motivated, organized and able to work with minimum supervision • Good communication skills • Excellent customer service skills • Light truck experience is preferred WE OFFER AN EXCELLENT STARTING SALARY WITHOUT APPLICATOR'S LICENCE: 4 DAY WEEK $528.00 5 DAY WEEK $660.00 WITH APPLICATOR'S LICENCE: 4 DAY WEEK $576.00 5 DAY WEEK $720.00 Interested applicants should fax resume 905-579-2619 or call 905-434-7992 Ext. 5009 Email: oshawa@greenlawncare.com FULL TIME PART TIME REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY FOR NEW LOCATION IN PICKERING (WHITE'S RD./HWY 2) Call (416) 918–1439 New Retail Stores Opening Casual Wear Positions available: ❏MANAGER with experience ❏CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE Full Time & Part Time Fax resume: 1-514-384-2015 or email: suzanne@sa-corp.com THE NEWS ADVERTISER is looking for prospects to deliver newspapers & fly- ers to the following areas ✰✰✰✰✰✰ AJAX Delaney Dr. Brennan Rd. Radford Dr. Barrett Cres. Brocklesby Cres. Beaumont Dr. Addley Cres. Smails Dr. Twigg Dr. Ducatel Cres. Sullivan Dr. Withay Dr. Griffiths Dr. Meekings Dr. Mapson Cres. Mantell Cres. McCullock Cres. McGregor Dr. Marsh ln. Burcher Rd. Billingsgate Cres. Thorncroft Cres. Ambassador St. Tulloch Dr. Emperor St. Plumbridge Crt. Hurley Rd. Beatty Rd. Cedar St. Beech St ~~~~~~~~~~ FOR FURTHER INFORMATION 905-683-5117 MR.SUB CMS PROPERTY MAIN- TENANCE looking for experi- ence lawn maintenance per- sonnel. Valid drivers license required. Fax resume to (905)686-9738. CUSTOMER SERVICE REP needed. Please call (905)427- 6040. ESTABLISHED RETAIL store needs enthusiastic full time sales associate for retail and commercial sales. Sales ex- perience a must. Major growth potential. Salary plus com- mission. Send resume to: 1550 Kingston Rd. Suite 1320, Pickering, Ont. L1V 6W9 or fax (905)420-8421. 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. EXPERIENCED RELIABLE, Hardwood Installer required immediately. Please fax re- sume with references to (905)420-7687 or phone (905)420-6304 to schedule an interview. SHINGLER WANTED - Experi- enced only apply. Roofing Labourers also needed. Transportation necessary to N. Ajax. Hourly wage. (905)683-6389. EXPERIENCED servers/bar- tenders. Apply with resume to the Fitzrichard Pub, 575 Thornton Rd. N. Oshawa. FRESH AIR,exercise and more. Call for a carrier route in your area today. 905-683–5117. EXPERIENCED CAKE DECORA- TOR wanted. Also Full-time and Part-time Counter Help required. Apply with resume at The Baker's Table, 227 Bloor St. E. Oshawa. GARDEN CENTER in Markham requires both experienced and inexperienced personnel for upcoming season. Phone (905) 887-5176 or fax resume to (905) 887-5450 HEATING & A/C HELPER needed. Experience preferred but willing to train the right person. Some Saturday's required. Please fax typed or hand written resume to (905)831-3191 or call voicemail (416)331-9344. LABOURERS required for lawn maintenance company. Full-time position Monday-Friday. Previous experience an asset, but not required. Call of fax resume to: (905)623-6922. LAWN MAINTENANCE Company requires full-time experienced employees. Lawn maintenance labourers. Lawn sprayer w/class 1-3 license and horticulture background an asset. Drivers for Trackless MT and skidsteers. Fax resume (905)430-2098 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL,long-term temp, Staff Plus will be inter- viewing Wed., April 4th at the Iroquois Sports Complex, 500 Victoria St. Whitby, from 9: 30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. LUBE TECHNICIAN PLUS ASSIS- TANT 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 OSHAWA MASSAGE SPA requires Receptionist. Also hir- ing for Attendants (must be 18+). Please call 905-720-1830 ask for Cindy. ROOFING PERSON general experience for Toronto work, 905-404-9728. SEARS Authorized Indoor Clean Air Services under new manage- ment requires spirited, outgoing Telemarketers. no selling required. Excellent income potential. Pls. call Mr. Guitard at 905-428-2109 or fax resume to 905-428-2452 SERVICE ADVISOR F/T or P/T for auto and tire centre. Experience preferred. Excellent customer service, sales and computer skills required. Start immediate- ly. Fax resume to (416)590-0346 or call Richard 905-728–6221. SUBWAY AJAX has an open- ing for full time nights. Apply in store - Mon. through Sat. 8 a.m - 5 p.m. 465 Bayly St. (at Westney Rd.) Ajax. TELEMARKETERS needed. No experience necessary. Full training provided. Call (905) 579-7816 for interview. THE THIRSTY MONK,Ajax now hiring EXPERIENCED LINE COOKS. Apply within. PART TIME SERVER positions. Apply with resume APRIL 22nd from 2-5 p.m. 85 Kingston Rd. E. TELEMARKETING - Appointment Setters required immediately for Daytime & Evenings. No Selling, Hourly wage plus Bonus. Call for interview (905) 426-1322 WANTED, AZ DRIVERS required. Paid percentage, fancy equip- ment, US. medical coverage, dis- ability insurance coverage. Must have good abstract and criminal search. runs South and New England States. Please call 905- 697- 1403 ask for Jeff WANTED - Experienced Esthetic- ian, Registered Massage Therap- ist and Hairstylist for busy hair and day spa. Only experienced professionals need apply. For interview please call 728–0435 WANTED: DANCERS, Short Order cook, wait staff, and door person for exotic dance club. Apply in person 947 Dillingham Rd. or for more information call (905)420–2595. WORK AT HOME Health Industry $1000 P/T - $5000 F/T per month. Training available. Call for free information BOOKLET. 416-631-7156. A RARE OPPORTUNITY - estab- lished NYSE and TSE company, recently launched in Canada, requires excellent communica- tors. Home-based business, lucrative commissions, bonuses, and residuals. http://ZibGib.com/ mikeg (905) 728-3922 LICENSED STYLIST to manage Ajax salon, great opportunity for the right person to become part of a fast growing company. Guaranteed salary/commission, profit sharing, paid benefits, hir- ing bonus and store discounts. PT Positions Whitby & Ajax. Call Cheryl (905) 723-7323. HAIRSTYLIST required, full/ part-time with experience for Joseph's Hairstyling, Oshawa Centre. Apply in person, or phone 723–9251, ask for Joe. Skilled & Technical Help515 ELECTRONIC assembler with good soldering skills. SMT expe- rience. Fax to (905) 697-2441. KANALCO,345 Lake Road, Bowmanville, requires an experi- enced TIG Welder for architec- tural heavy gage aluminum. Fax resume to 905-623-3218 or call Max Armstrong at 905-623-2303 ext. 29. NOW HIRING,Pneumatic tool repair trainee. Warehouse ship- per/receiver. Fax resume to 905- 839-7100 or drop off at 1730 McPherson Crt., Unit #10, Pickering. Shipping en-trance. SEARS Authorized Indoor Clean Air Services under new manage- ment requires licensed Gas Fitt- ers and Refrigeration Mechanics. Excellent income potential. Pls. call Mr. Guitard at 905-428-2109 or fax resume to; 905-428-2452. Computer & IT520 INTERACTIVE ONLINE MEDIA. Internet development company is hiring in Kingston Ont. Visit www.inonmedia.com for more details. Office Help525 FAMILY LAW LITIGATION SEC- RETARY/CLERK. Must know P.C. Law, Divorcemate, and Word. Salary $35,000+ subject to expe- rience. Immediate need. Send resume to: 905-427-5374. FULL-TIME ORDER Desk Clerk required for sporting goods importer and distributor. Key- board skills required. Duties to include: order entry, invoicing, filing, etc. Wages $10-$12/hr. Submit resume in person or mail to: Attn. M. Howsan, Stoeger Canada, 1801 Wentworth St., Unit 16, Whitby, ON L1N 8R6. LEGAL ASSISTANT with 2 to 4 yrs. exp. for small Ajax office. Must be skilled in use of WordPerfect, and Divorcemate. Work will be pri- marily Family Law and general liti- gation. Salary commensuate with experience. Familiarity with e-mail/ internet an asset. Fax resume: 416- 757-0771 or e-mail: mdheureux @oak.net. Start immedtiately. PART-TIME BOOKKEEPER in the Pickering area. Responsible for A/R, A/P, invoicing, etc. Must be experienced in Simply Account- ing & MS Office. Please fax resume to: (905)420-2919. Warranty Clerk Required for G.M. Dealership in Ajax. Fax resume to Dave Gunn 905-683-6130 PAGE 24-THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, APRIL 1, 2001 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net PART TIME MEAT CUTTER Day/Evening/Weekend Shifts Apply in person with resume to: Mike, Meat Manager Constantine's 1900 Dixie Rd. Pickering PART TIME DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICE COUNSELLORS required to care for developmentally handicapped adults in group resi- dences which are located in eastern Scarborough. Morning, afternoon, and evening shifts are available on both weekdays and weekends. Our employees are represented by a major union. Please send your resume by fax or mail to: Wanda MacCulloch Surex Community Services 40 Wynford Dr., Suite 331 Toronto Ont. M3C 1J5 FAX: 416-469-4184 Sassy's Ristorante Full Time / Part Time Now accepting resumes for: •DAY PREP COOK • LINE COOK • PIZZA COOK • SERVERS Experience preferred. Applicants should be able to work in a fast paced environment. Strong interpersonal skills essential. Competitive Wages Full Benefits Resumes should be submitted in person between 2-5 pm Mon.-Thurs. ATTN: Bar/Kitchen Manager No phone calls please. 3050 Garden St. N., Whitby, ON 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 TEAM PERSONNEL Requires 10 US Drivers with excellent pay Also Required For Local Durham Contract AZ Drivers & Shunt Drivers Call Wayne (905) 767-8326 or (905) 665-8326 The News Advertiser is currently accepting bids for delivery of the paper and flyers to businesses and apartments in the Pickering area. Contract commensing April 4/01 for more info call Alka 905-683-5117 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 One of Metro’s larger Unisex Hairstyling chains has openings in Pickering area for recent hair school graduates and experienced stylists. • Your own styling station immediately • Guaranteed basic and commission • Convenient hours in clean, modern salon • Equipment supplied • Advanced technique and management training • Progressive promotion opportunities • Benefit plans Check out your prospects Call (905) 831-3800 or (416) 223-1700 $20 - $25 / HR National company with lots of work for Independent Contractors, Remodellers, Plumbers, Electri- cians, Painters; needs tools & vehi- cle. 4 positions open. Call Mr. Woods, Monday morning. (905)686-7236 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help Semi - Trailer Mechanics GLASVAN GREAT DANE TRAILERS INC. • Day & Afternoon shift available • Full benefit package • Shift premium • Experience a must • Self starter • 310J license an asset Call Rob or John We want to hear from you!!! 1025 HOPKINS ST., WHITBY, ONTARIO, LIN 2C2 (905) 430-1262 HEAVY EQUIPMENT LUBE TECHNICIAN To do mobile servicing on heavy construction equipment. Must have DZ license. Good wages and benefits. Call Fred ext 116 or Angelo ext 115 at (905)294-7480 SAFT POWER SYSTEMS INC. QUALITY TECHNICIAN Scarborough •The successful candidate will have 2 years in the electronics and quality field with good English communication skills. •ASQ designation will be an asset. • The company offers a competitive remuneration package including a sound benefits plan. Interested candidates should fax their resume to Attn: Human Resources 416-752-4514 We thank all applicants for showing interest in our company, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. WORKING SUPERVISOR Must have experience with sewer & water construction & road building Responsibilities:• On Site Supervision • On Site coordinating & planning We offer a competitive salary Send resume and work history to:File #670, P.O. Box 481, Oshawa, ON L1H 7L5 Specialized Financial Staffing For temporary positions in: PAYROLL SPECIALIST STAFF ACCOUNTANT COLLECTIONS SPECIALIST ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE Tel: (905) 709-8009 Fax: (905) 709-3664 For more information visit our website at www.accountemps.com 525 Office Help 525 Office Help For temporary positions in: Tel: (905) 771-8272 Fax: (905) 709-3664 For more information visit our website at www.officeteam.com CUSTOMER SERVICE EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT RECEPTION/SWITCHBOARD DATA ENTRY/OFFICE CLERK CHEV OLDS LTD. 4121 KINGSTON ROAD, SCARBOROUGH We Are Expanding With A Separate Used Vehicle Sales Facility This Expansion Has Created The Immediate Need For 2-Used Vehicle Sales Consultants and 1- New Vehicle Sales Consultant Experience preferred We Offer • Lucrative Compensation Plan • Company Demonstrator Program • Excellent Management Support • Image Facility • High CSI • 2000 G.M. Triple Crown Winner Call or Fax A Resumé To Grant Voelker, New Car Manager, or John Cafik, Used Car Manager Toll Free 1-866-877-0859 Local 416-284-1631 Fax 416-284-1304 530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents 530 Sales Help & Agents INDUSTRIAL SALES Large, Diverse Industrial Supply Distributor has an Immediate Opening for SALES PROFESSIONAL in a Large Territory East of Toronto. The successful candidate will have general knowledge of industrial products and a desire to prospect new clients while developing the existing account base. Email resume to: industrialopportunity@hotmail.com Required Immediately FULL TIME SALES PERSONNEL Experience preferred but not required for the right candidate. Contact Paul or Gary 905-668-6881 Durham Mazda SALES ASSISTANTS REQUIRED We are one of Ontario's largest home improvements companies, established for more than 25 years with sales over 80 million dollars. We are currently seeking a few bold and enthusiastic individuals to assist our vi- nyl window and metal roofing sales reps. We offer the highest commissions paid weekly and provide transportation. Freedom to work evenings through the week a must. Sales experience an asset, but not necessary, we will train. For more details call Clyde at Bil-Den Home Improvements Whitby (905) 666-0018 EXPERIENCED VENIPUNCTURISTS Gamma-Dynacare Medical Laboratories is one of Canada's largest providers of clinical laboratory services. We have numerous positions available for full-time/casual/contract experienced venipuncture technicians to float throughout the Durham Region and surrounding areas, including Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa, Bowmanville, Port Perry and Port Hope. Must have car and a minimum of 3 years experience. We also have numerous permanent part-time positions for experienced venipuncture technicians throughout the Durham Region and surrounding areas. Successful applicants will be patient focused with previous experience in a Specimen Collection Centre or clinical laboratory environment. Interested applicants should fax resume or letter of interest to: Gamma-Dynacare Medical Laboratories (905) 720-8932 115 Midair Court Brampton, Ontario L6T 5M3 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 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 for our special publication on Sunday April 29, 2001 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 514 Salon & Spa Help Sales Help & Agents530 SALES MANAGER POSITION, for inside sales, self motivat- ed, career oriented person. To service established customer base, plus generate new sales Canada wide. (416) 264–3336. Pickering office. SALES REP required. Growing communication company in the Durham area seeking en- thusiastic career oriented people for business to busi- ness sales. Minimum 1 year sales experience required. Good opportunity for motivat- ed individual willing to work hard. Offering salary plus in- centive package. Drop off re- sume to: 500 Wentworth St. East, Unit 9, Oshawa. (905)432–3665. Hospital/Medical/ Dental535 FULL-TIME ENTHUSIASTIC DENTAL HYGIENIST for team oriented office, Hours include days, 2 evenings & Saturdays. Previous applicants need not apply. Apply in person with resume to: Source One Den- tal, 555 Simcoe St. South, Oshawa. DENTAL RECEPTIONIST full time position in a busy patient centered family practice. CDA preferred Abel an asset. Fax resume (905)427–5792. DENTAL RECEPTIONIST ex- perienced, part-time 9-5, Kingston Rd. +Lawrence, for 1-year maternity leave. Call (416) 281–9398 DENTAL RECEPTIONIST,full time, required for busy dental office. Please reply to fax # 905-668-7295 EXPERIENCED RECEPTIONIST required for medical/walk-in clinic. Flexible hours. Fax re- sume to (905)831-8858. PART TIME DENTAL ASSIS- TANT required Mondays 12 to 8 starting April 30th. Minimum 2 years experience preferred please call 428-1215 and ask for Carolyn. PART-TIME RN Needed for Oral Surgery. 1 day per week. Please fax (905)579–2557. 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. Hotel/Restaurant540 EXPERIENCED BARTENDERS Cooks and Wait Staff required. Call Angie at 905-426-4690 or 416-282-5685 MASSEY'S RESTAURANT re- quires full time experience preferred servers. Apply in person with resume 774 Liv- erpool Road South, Pickering. Domestic Help Wanted550 NURSING AID,for elderly lady in Pickering, call even- ings 905-420–7108. 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 clean- ing by one of our experienced staff. Houses For Sale100 IMMACULATE 2500 sq. ft. all brick, 4 bedrooms, 5 baths, California shutters, 2 kitchens, prof. finished basement, fully fenced, prof. landscaped, c/ air/c/vac, alarm, privacy lot 55x160, $289,900. 68 Rother- glen Rd. N. Ajax. 416-717- 3560. No agents please. BOWMANVILLE-private, im- maculate 2-storey, 2750sq.ft, 4-lg bedrooms, 3-baths, fami- lyroom, 2-fireplaces, large kitchen, huge lot, ceramics, new carpet family+livingroom, finished basement, double garage, C/A+V, hot-tub +deck. $269,000 OBO. 905-623-9386 AJAX,immaculate detached 2-storey 3-bedroom home w/ garage, 5 appliances, Hwy 2/ Pickering Beach area. 5.99% 5 year mortgage $183,900/ best offer. Alex Skordakis Sutton Group Heritage Realty (905)619–9500. OSHAWA/WHITBY BORDER- 3 bedroom/2-bath semi, fin- ished basement w/walkout, c/ air/vac. 12'x16' deck over- looking woods. 110' lot on award-winning court. Move-in condition. $146,900. 905-723- 8254. 2-BEDROOM CONDOMINIUM clean, quiet, 31 unit complex. Finished basement, new windows, large bedrooms, freshly painted, convenient N. Oshawa location. Asking $88,000. Call (905)576–7490. AJAX SPACIOUS 3-bedroom townhome, double detached garage, huge deck, 4 ap- pliances. 5.99% 5 year mort- gage. $144,900. Alex Skorda- kis Sutton Group Heritage Re- alty (905)619–9500. EAST OSHAWA SEMI,3-bed- rooms, large fenced yard, near 401, new roof & drive- way. $124,900. Call (905)721- 0601 for more info. Absolutely no agents. (snp) LOW OR $0 money-down, 4 closed homes, power of sales, crown land, tax sales, financ- ing available. For info, call toll-free 1-800-882-3881. Indust./ Comm. Space145 FOR RENT in the Kendall area storage barn, 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 OSHAWA PRIME DOWN- TOWN retail location, 2 stor- ey, 1,400 sq. ft., $1,600 per mo. (905) 706-4133 (cell) (905) 728-9465. (res) OSHAWA FOUR CORNERS 2 stores for rent(1-small $650, 1-large $1199, all inclusive) very high walking traffic. Plenty of private parking, Money-maker location. 905- 725-8710. 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. $35,000 INVESTMENT makes you $100,000 +/year. Residual reoccurring revenue for 20 years. National residential alarm company needs dealer for this area. Proven, unique marketing and PR programs, training and ongoing support. Will dominate market place. Call Grant McDonell 1-800- 964-8805, 204-798-0570. email:tsgrant@autobahn.mb.ca CONSUMER ELECTRONIC Repair Business for sale. Inventory, Equipment, Tools and established service contracts. Work from home. Earn $30K evenings with commitment. Email:klintner1@home.com or call 905-436-0831 eve. Asking $21K HOME BUSINESS HOTLINE 500+/wk., P/T, no selling, not MLM, free info 1-888-748-5486 ext. 1134. Apts. & Flats For Rent170 PICKERING large 1-bedroom basement apartment, Near Go, shopping, etc. New broad-loom & bathroom, very clean. Prefer single male, non-smoker, no pets $700/month. Available immedi- ately. (905)421–9041 WESTNEY AND ROSSLAND,2 bedroom walkout basement apartment, $875 monthly. 4 app- liances, 2 parking, no smoking/ pets, available May lst. lst/last, references. Call anytime 427–7388 A Bachelor apt,3rd. floor, park- ing, laundry, close to Oshawa Hospital, no pets, non-smoker, $535 mo./inclusive. Call 905- 576–7540, leave message. WHITBY GARDENS UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT -One and two bedroom apartments available in quiet modern, mature building. Utilities included. Laundry facili- ties and parking available. No pets. Call (905)430-5420. AJAX beautiful basement apart- ment- separate entrance, 1 bed- room, study, kitchen, living area with gas fireplace, parking, appli- ances, gas electric, near GO/bus/401. Only $750/monthly. 1st/last/non-smokers. Call (905)426-1701. AJAX, Harwood/Hwy2, new 2- bedroom walkout basement apartment, $875 inclusive, access laundry, 1 parking, no pets, no smoking, available May 1st. References, first/last (905)619–1531. AVAILABLE MAY 1ST. N.E. Oshawa. 3-bdrm upper level of house. 1 1/2 baths w/jacuzzi, laundry room hookup, fenced yard. $1,050 inclusive. No dogs. (905)428–3149. BROOKLIN - large one bedroom apt. for May 1st. $785. per month inclusive. ALSOone bach- elor apt. available soon $590/mo. + hydro. 905-655-5539. CHARMING, SPACIOUS clean one bedroom main floor, older home, close to oshawa hospital, parking, laundry, non smokers, no jets, references, $675 inclu- sive. 576–7540 leave message. FINCH/VALLEYFARM New 1 bedroom basement apartment, separate entrance, parking, utili- ties, A/C, fridge/stove included. No smoking/pets. Available immediately. $775/month first/last. Call 905-683-7865 or 416-917-0596 HWY #2/ Church St. area, 2 bed- room apt., available call (416) 444–7391. NO PETS, NO SMOKING. Furnished 1-bedroom apartment in Ajax. Near bus, shopping, all amenities. Available immediately. Female preferred. Call (905)428–7266 between 4- 10p.m. TWO BEDROOM apt. for May 1st. Conveniently located in Ux- bridge in adult occupied build- ing. Appt. to view call 905-852- 2534. ONE BEDROOM complete base- ment apt. Ravenscroft/Daniels area in Ajax. Separate entrance, parking. Available April 15th. $675month. First & last. Non smoker, no pets. (905)619-9428. OSHAWA - Spotless spacious 2 bedroom semi-basement apt. in new very quiet adult 5plex. Freshly painted. Suit semi-retired professional working people, couple or single (discount for seniors). No pets, no smokers. $650/month. Hydro extra. Includes heat, water, 1-parking. First and last. References. Available April 15th or May 1st. Ravine Rd. 905-728-3634. PICKERING,immaculate 1-bed- room, very bright, spacious, sep- arate entrance/laundry. Ground level walkout, private deck. 2 parking spots, C/A, no smok- ing/pets. $950 inclusive, inc. cable. (905)626-4467 PICKERING WESTSHORE AREA, 1 bedroom basement apt,. sepa- rate entrance. No smoking or pets, first & last, air conditioning, Adult female preferred. (905) 837–2309 OSHAWA Quiet building near shopping, transportation. Utilities included. Simcoe/Mill 2 bedroom avail May 1st $795; 1 bedroom avail April 1st & June 1st, $699. (905)436-7686 until 7:30pm. THICKSON/ROSSLAND beautiful new 2 bedroom basement apart- ment. Separate entrance. Laun- dry facilities. 1st & last. No pets. $900/monthly. Call 905-430- 4568. WHITBY EXCEPTIONAL 1-bed- room basement apartment, large kitchen & dining room. Very bri- ght & clean. Fridge stove share use of laundry room. Private par- king. No pets. $750/mo. includes utilities. References/ credit check required. (905)-435-0827. WHITBY,Dundas & Coch- rane, Avail. Immediately, two large 3-bedroom multi-level, family apartments. Hardwood, newly refinished. Near school, shopping, transit. Call Joanne 905-666-4145 leave message WHY rent when you can own your own home for less than you think?!! Call Dave Hay- lock Sales Rep. Re/Max Summit Realty (1991) Ltd. (905) 668-3800 or (905) 666- 3211. Houses For Rent185 A-ABA-DABA-DO, I have a home for you! 6 months free! From $550/month OAC, up to $6,000 cash back to you, $29,500+ family income. Short of down payment? For spectacular results Ken Col- lis, Associate Broker, Cold- well Banker RMR Real Estate (905)728-9414 or 1-877-663- 1054 email:kcollis@trebnet.com A ABSOLUTELY ASTOUND- ING 6 months free, then own a house from $600/month o.a.c. Up to $5,000 cash back to you! Require $30,000+family income and good credit. Short of down payment? Call Bill Roka, Sales Rep. today! Re/ Max Spirit (905) 728-1600, 1- 888-732-1600. AN 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. ATTENTION GOOD TENANTS "This one's for you". Cozy 3 bedroom bungalow, fully ren- ovated, 3-car parking, city/ Go Bus near. Fenced-backyard. Modern gas-furnace. Suit family 3 or 4 with steady em- ployment, non-smokers/no pets preferred. References/ credit-check . Available May 1st.. $800.+ gas, water & hy- dro, Oshawa south-central. 416-947-9530 lv. message. BETHANY HILLS - Trails in front of chalet. Furnished 3 bedroom, whirlpool, wood- stove, greenhouse, all ap- pliances included, $1100 per month plus utilities. Call 905- 433-8830 HARWOOD/HWY 2 area. Main & upper floor. Parking, laundry facilities, close to bus stop, references needed. $1200/ month + percentage of utili- ties. May 1st. Call (905)751– 6211 PICKERING -NEAR GO/401 3- bedroom bungalow mainfloor, available April, parking 5-app, A/C, non-smoking/pets, refer- ences, first/last, $1050+util. Also, 2-bedroom basement apartment, separate entrance, fireplace, A/C, laundry, park- ing, $850+util. 905-428–0264 NEWLY RENOVATED 3-bed- room house w/large detached garage on 1-acre located at 66 Varcoe Rd., Courtice. $950/ month, first/last +heat/hydro. Fridge+stove included. Avail- able immediately. No pets. 905-263-4294 PICKERING, NEAR GO,shop- ping and school, 2+1 bedroom $1050 per month plus utilities. First/last required. No pets. Call (905)839–2923 Townhouses For Rent190 3-BEDROOM town home, carpeted, freshly painted & renovated, 2 appliances, backyard, garage, 1975 Memory Lane, Finch/Liverpool area. $1125+ utilities. Avail May 1. Call (416)724-0404. SPACIOUS 2-bedroom town- houses in Oshawa. Avail. May 1st, in well-maintained family complex. Includes util- ities, 4 appliances. Close to school and all amenities. Call for appt. (905)434-3972. Housing Wanted191 50 YR OLD ABSTAINER handy man will exchange home improvements for clean quiet accommodations. Pro- fessional results. 1-905-344- 8347. ROOM FOR RENT - sliding glass doors on to a deck, air- conditioning, cable, laundry, share kitchen & bathroom. Furnished or unfurnished. $375/monthly. Available im- mediately. Call 426-9124. SPACIOUS ROOM for rent in a detached home in Ajax. Own bathroom, shared facilities, non-smoker, female pre- ferred, references required. Short term lease avail. (905)426–1063 WHITBY BY LAKE, 1-bed- room, new clean spacious home, suit non-smoking, no pet working professional (fe- male preferred). Separate bathroom, $600 inclusive. Full use of house. 905-665–9330 Shared Accommodation194 PICKERING Bottom of Liver- pool near GO. 1900sq.ft., 2- storey, 4-bedroom, 1-1/2 baths, fully furnished, 2-liv- ingrooms, gas fireplace, hot- tub/pool/etc., $450 inclusive, cable, utilities, internet, maid service, more. Prefer working/ school. First/last/references. 905-420-1276. SHARED ACCOMMODATION near GM. Bedroom, share rest of house. $425/monthly. 1st & last. No smoking/pets/child- ren. Suit working male or fe- male. Includes Laundry. 905- 576-9386. Rentals Outside Canada205 ATTENTION SNOWBIRDS:A perfect family vacation home in Clearwater Florida. 3 bed- room townhouse, pool, jacuz- zi, tennis court, pond, BBQ, private yard, close to beach and golfing. Available now. For info. & photos (905) 579- 3788. CLEARWATER FLORIDA, 2-3- bedrooms furnished manu- factured homes. Heated pool, hot tub near beaches & major attractions. Children welcome. Photos. $275/week (less than motel) Call (905)683–5503 Campers, Trailers,Sites215 26FT. CARRILITE Fifth Wheel. Top-of-the-line. Insulated for winter travel. Air, etc. Sleeps 6, twin beds. 1 owner, used only 3 times in Florida. $16,500. 905-349-2594 Snowmobiles233 1980 SKIDOO BLIZZARD, good track, seat with Formula suspension, engine needs work. $300 OBO. 705-328- 1613 snp 1997 SKIDOO MXZ 670 new track this year, new carbides, 6200 miles, $3700 o.b.o. (905)986-4094. 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. DURHAM COLLEGE Spring Craft Show, April 21st & 22nd, 2001, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. $50.00 per table/$1.00 Admission. Info. Lynn Tulloch @ (905) 721-3129. Poultry and Livestock305 DARK BAY thoroughbred, 16.2 hands, 8 years old. Good na- tured, great for jumping in- doors or out, or riding. Asking $10,000. Regrettably must sell. Call 721-0599. Articles For Sale310 CARPETS - lots of carpet, 100% nylon, new stain re- lease carpets on hand, I will carpet 3 rooms, $349. Price includes carpet, premium pad, expert installation, fast deliv- ery, free estimates (30 yards). Norman 686-2314. A1 SIDES OF BEEF,$2.39 lb., custom cut, wrapped & frozen, No growth hormones, sides & quarters available, free deliv- ery. Farm Direct. Orono, 905- 983–9471 1996 ARCTIC CAT ATV, 454 bear cat 4x4, $4700 o.b.o. (905)986-4094. 250 GALLON Saltwater estab- lished Reef aquarium. Dis- plays 7'x7'x3' with tank, light- ing hood and cabinet. All equipment, livestock and cor- als included. $3,000. Email: klintner1@home.com or call 905-436-0831 AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES AT HANK'S APPLIANCES. Dryers $149/up. Washers $175/up. Fridges $99/up. Stoves, apt.-size & 30", reg/ self-cleaning, gas $149/up. Large selection gas dryers. Amana refrigerator, bottom freezer, must see. Side-by- sides, this weeks special, only $349. Parts, sales, serv- ice, barbecue parts. 426 Sim- coe St. S. (905)728-4043. 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 MOVING SALE (Last week EVERYTHING MUST GO) 10 piece Oak dining room suite $1595/Glass top table and chairs $120/Gas dryer $145/ Sofa and 2 chairs $295/ Love- seat $165/Sofa $65/Chair and stool $95/3 piece wall unit $325/9 piece antique mahog- any bedroom suit $4500/ Dressers $45/Pictures+prints $10-$390/Area rugs $55/TV $75/ 2-Queen size beds $185/ 3-single beds $135/2 antiques double metal beds $75each/ Wicker headboard $40/Wine making bottles/Microwave $38/Sowing machine $65/ Walnut table and chairs(1930)$425/Table(1880) $225/Many other antiques and house hold items.Bowman- ville 697-3532. DSS SATELLITE- H-Card bootloader $100, Freeze Fix $25, Open HU-Card $300, Programing $80, Systems $450, Loader $1100. We buy dead H-cards. Call (905)427– 1416. ANTIQUE MARBLE facade fireplace with cast iron insert. (905)721–1703 (snp) ANTIQUE PEDESTAL sink, dainty size with brass faucets. (905)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 $140.00; Program your HU Card $100.00; Complete systems with HU Pro- grammed $499.99; 486 Com- puters for your Emulators $69.99. Will buy Black Sunday Cards. Call (905)431-1515 BRIDAL GOWN - One of a kind Alfred Sung designer gown w/veil. Size 10. Never worn. Exquisite, must be seen. Purchased at Ritché, Toronto. Paid $1995; asking $750. Ac- cessories available. Serious inquiries only. 905-576-7076 between 3:30-6:30 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 COMMERCIAL SCALE, load cell capacity, up to 50 lbs., $500. Call 905-373-0374. COMPUTER SPECIALS,17" Dell monitor $149, 15" $99, Ink jet printers from $49 W/Sys- tem, Dell Pentium laptop $499, complete Pentium inter- net starter system $299. Low- est prices on P3 & P4 sys- tems. 16 years experience. We love doing upgrades and difficult repairs. (905)655–3661. PENTIUM 166 COMPUTER. 32Mb ram, 2Gb HDD, 24xcd, 56k modem, speakers, colour moni- tor $350. Can deliver and setup. 27" Hitatchi black screen TV, used 1 month $450. New gas weed wacker & leaf blower, 24cc $100 each. 905-439-4789 DIRECT TV, Boot strap $110. H & HU programming available. Complete systems available. Call (905)767-8571, Whitby. DININGROOM SET,in excel- lent condition, solid oak, hutch and buffet with light, double pedestal table with leaf, 2 captain chairs plus 4 chairs, asking $1500. Call 579–7882 DOG KENNEL - 20'x20' with two gates $700; 1890's wood- en wagon $500; 16' wrought iron gate $400; wagon wheel chandeliers with 6 hurricane lampshades $150./pr. 705- 374-4007 DSS SYSTEMS - Sale on HU test cards and programming. Boot loaders. Dish Network programmers. Dish Network and DTV Systems available. Website caribdss.com email: caribdss@yahoo.com or Call (905)426-9578. DTV SATELLITE SYSTEMS $450 all channels open. HU card programming $80 pri- vately coded. 2 month war- ranty. Boot loaders to make your H card work again $120. 7 days per week, 9 a.m. - 11 p.m. (905) 655-7730 Brooklin. Toronto (416) 737- 9900. House calls for seniors available. $20. extra. FOR SALE - Antique replica hutch and harvest table for sale. Good condition. $1000. Call 436-6149. HAMMOND ORGAN Porta-B, Leslie, drawbars, excellent sound quality, $1100. SHUF- FLEBOARD, 12', from Dufferin Games Room, new $1500, sell $750. BIKES, matching men's & ladies. like new $300/pr. John 905-831-7860 ANTIQUE wooden headboard, foot board and side rails ask- ing $100 or best offer. Wheelchair asking $200 or best offer. Call 905-579–9975 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. LARGE DISNEY video collec- tion. 155 Videos all together. will not sell separately Call (905)697-5816 after 4pm. (snp) PENTIUM 100 laptop for sale $450. 12' Fenwick fishing rod, new $175 asking $100. 11' Fenwick fishing rod, asking $50. Shamino fishing reel asking $50, and other reel for $25. Call 837-9213. 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.Spring Sale on for the month of April - on all Roland digital pianos and Samick acoustic pianos and all Howard Miller clocks.. Large selection of used pianos (Yamaha, Kawai etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with lessons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental pay- ments apply. Call TELEP PIANO (905)433-1491. www.TelepPiano.com WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! PLAYSTATION MOD CHIPS PS1 - $35., PS2 from $75. All work guaranteed. Install while you wait. Also avail. one PS2 mod- ed with 10 games $650. Beatrice/Wilson area (905) 721- 2365 PROTECT-AIR 3000 indoor air cleaner, best offer. Contact (905)723–4687. RENT TO OWN new and re-con- ditioned appliances, and new T.V's. Full warranty. Paddy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800- 798-5502. SATELLITE and security system specials from $99. 16 years experience. We design and install systems to meet your needs. (905)655–3661 SCOOTER, FORTRESS 2001, like new, new battery plus charg- er, locking system, $1500 or nearest offer. Call (905) 668–7944 or (905)668-6695. SHUTTERS - 34 SETS of bi-fold- ing louvered pine window shut- ters, 21"x43" each. (905)721–1703 (snp) STAIR LIFT - STANNAH,straight, 5 years old, Asking $l,600 or best offer. Telephone (905) 420–9966 OAK/PINE FURNITURE...Our Mission Furniture is on the floor...Come and see the Style that has turned the Furniture World upside down..We are also now carrying a full line of HAND- CRAFTED MENNONITE FURNI- TURE in addition to our own lines...Traditional Woodworking is the leading manufacturer of SOLID WOOD FURNITURE in the Durham Region...Bring your ideas/plans and let us turn them into reality..Drop in and see our State of the Art Woodworking facility and let us show you how fine furniture is made..Remem- ber..."There is no Substitute for Quality"...Traditional Woodwork- ing...115 North Port Road (South off Reach Road), Port Perry... 905-985-8774....www.tradition- alwoodworking.on.ca SHEDMAN - Quality wooden sheds 8' X 8' barn kit, only $299. plus tax. Many other sizes and styles available. Also garages. 761 McKay Rd. Unit 3, Pickering. For more info. call 905-619- 2093. BACKSTREET BOYS, N'SYNC, U2, Eric Clapton, Roxy Music, TICKETS FOR SALE- also Toronto Maple Leafs, Toronto Raptors. Also will buy Leafs, Raptors & concert tickets. Telephone (905)626-5568 TOOLS, tools, tools.for all trades, antique, collectables, user, kitchen collectables, scien- tific instruments, much more. Sunday April 8th. Tools of the Trades Show/Sale, 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering, Ont. 10-3:30. $4. 519-293-3171 or 613-839- 5607. WESTERN RED CEDAR Lumber all sizes, perfect for decks, fenc- ing furniture, etc. Cut to order! Also other varieties. Excellent prices. Newtonville (905)786- 3152 cell (905)261-3343 SCRATCH AND DENT - Variety of new appliances, 5 cu. ft freezers, $199. Full manufacturers war- ranty. Reconditioned fridges $195 / up, reconditioned ranges $125/ up, reconditioned dryers $125 / up, reconditioned wash- ers $199 / up, new and recondi- tioned coin operated washers and dryers at low prices. New brand name fridges $480 and up, new 30" ranges with clock and window $430. Reconditioned 24" ranges and 24" frost free fridges now available. Wide selection of other new and reconditioned appliances. Call us today, Stephenson's Appliances, Sales, Service, Parts. 154 Bruce St. Oshawa. (905)576–7448. Articles Wanted315 ANTIQUES?Absolutely!Advice- always valuable, usually free! Purchasing outright, estates w/some antique contents, (no limit to value considered), collec- tions of any sort, quantities or single antique items. Special interest in Moorcroft pottery. I'll try to respond to all queries. Robert Bowen Antiques- Brooklin, Ontario. (905)655- 8049 or (905)242-0890. WANTED - single snowmobile trailer. Call 720-1742 after 4pm. WANTED CAMERAS:old metal body (Canon, Zeiss, Voigtlander, Leica, Leitz, Nikon) Most range finders & wooden cameras. Microscopes, telescopes, binoc- ulars. Also looking for a "Punkin Head" Teddy Bear. Call (905)432–1678 WANTED Leaf Tickets Will pay up to face value. Call Bruce 905-579-4400 Ext. 2207 We pay up to $8 per disc! Get CASH for CDs… Bayly, w. of Harwood (905) 427-7613 Sick of RENTING? 1st Time Buyer? Professional Renter? Honest Answers....! Professional Advice...! To “Own” Your Next Home! Mark Stapley Sales Rep. 1-800- 840-6275 OFFICE(905)619-0663Ability Real Estate Ltd. Direct Free Call 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 Ever think how you would recover lost rent due to a bad tenant? How about damages? Why take chances. Ensure you're renting to responsible people. Call us, let us check out your perspective tenant. (905)665–0037 $$ Government Funds$$ Grants and loans information to start and expand your business or farm. 1-800-505-8866 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamnews.net THE AJAX PICKERING NEWS ADVERTISER, APRIL 1, 2001-PAGE 25 Become a Certified Health Care Professional There is someone who needs your help! Personal Support Workers (P.S.W.) are in great demand. Start now and you could be working in 18 weeks. PICKERING CAMPUS 1450 Kingston Rd. (905) (905) 420-1344420-1344 www.tsb.cawww.tsb.ca www.tsb.ca Now in Pickering April 16 MANAGER We are looking for a dynamic self-motivated individual who is Passionate about the restaurant industry for our newest location in Ajax. You need: • 1-2 years management experience in a high volume casual dining restaurant • Total commitment to ensuring Guest satisfaction • Demonstrates leadership and coaching skills Are you ready? Drop by in person 36 Kingston Rd. E., Ajax and ask for John Or e-mail j.flynn91@sympatico.ca Also looking for ft/pt kitchen and service staff BECAUSE you’re ready to show how great you can be. 540 Hotel/Restaurant 540 Hotel/Restaurant 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 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 Spring into savings at Our first sale of the season SAT. 10 A.M. -5 P.M. SUN. 11 A.M. - 5 P.M. Mahogany corner cupboard, oak Hoos- ier cupboard, sofa table, treadle sewing machine, cherry sideboard, secretary desk, drop front desk, cherry writing desk, Victorian sofa, Victorian wash- stand, gate leg tables, various chairs and tables.....plus china, glass, silver and collectibles. Great selection of an- tique an fine furniture on display!! ANTIQUE DISCOVERIES 78 Old Kingston Rd. Ajax (Highway #2 near Church) (905) 683-8243 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale170Apartments & Flats For Rent 192 Rooms For Rent & Wanted 310 Articles for Sale 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. Restaurant Equipment348 HIGH SHELF STAND,griddle top, $36", Berkel meat grinder & sausage maker, potato peeler. 728-6213 Computer and Video355 HASSLE FREE COMPUTER!3 year warranty with 1st year on-site. Includes Helbdesk Software Support, P111, 1000Mhz with CD RW, lots of extras. $22.50/week. 1-800- 267-9466 www.crazycatsdi- rect.com Pet, Supplies Boarding370 AMERICAN ESKIMO Puppies UKC-registered (Male & Fe- male) excellent pets. Protec- tive and excellent with child- ren (look like small Sa- moyeds). $375. Call Casey (905)743-0995 (Oshawa)-or leave message BLACK & YELLOW lab pup- pies. Excellent hunters or companions. Great with child- ren. CKC registered. Hips guaranteed. Champion blood lines. $600. Ready to go now. Call (705)939–2364 GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPS - 3 males, 5 females, vet checked, 1st shots, parents on site (also for sale); Ready mid April $450.. 705-374-4007 HORSE FOR SALE - 17 yr. old quarter horse chestnut mare 14.3 hands, trailers well, trail rides, easy breeding, good for intermediate rider $1500. 705- 374-4007. OLDER CATS need love too! Many young to older adult cats (spayed or neutered, fully vaccinated) looking for homes. Kittens with first booster some- times 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 PUREBRED 1992 ARABIAN Gelding, Sweepstakes & CAHR papers, Ecstacy x Rosa PASB, excellent breeding, go- ing English, 15hh, 100% sound, call (905)665–7948. Cars For Sale400 1988 CUSTOM CRUISER Sta- tion Wagon, p.w., p.s., door locks, a/c, new exhaust & brakes, cert. & emission test- ed $1500 o.b.o. Call (905)432– 1299 1988 FIREFLY for sale. 159,000 km's. $1,000 firm (certified & emission tested). Please call 723-8027. snp 1988 SUNBIRD,4 door, emission tested, certified, mint condition asking $1500. Call Odel (905)576–8406 (snp) 1989 PONTIAC SUNBIRD 4- cylinder, 5-speed, 2-door, black, aluminum rims, factory sunroof, hideaway headlights. 100,000 kms, no rust, AM/FM cassette, reliable, economical, clean $2650. certified/emissions. 905- 922-3165 1991 HONDA CIVIC, new tires, brakes, tune-up, no rust, 187,000 kms, sunroof, radio, automatic, white. Certified, E- tested, $2,900. Phone 905-697- 2043, cell 905-716-4316 1991 PONTIAC TEMPEST,V6, ps, pb, air/con, am/fm cassette, clean car, 220k, asking $3000 obo, certified & emission tested. Call 434-0392. 1993 EAGLE VISION TSI,loaded, V-6, 3.51, automatic, 4 door, 129,000 km, leather seat, power windows, power locks, air, remote keyless entry, alloy wheels, excellent condition, cer- tified. $7,900. Markham (905) 471-8875 1993 FORD TAURUS S H O, extremely rare, excellent condi- tion, fully loaded inside & out. A must to see. $5,000 OBO, Certified. 905-404–4354 1993 SUNDANCE -Only 66,000 kms, 4cylinder, 4 door, automatic, well maintained company car, safe- ty and emission tested, $3,295. Oshawa Dealer, 83 Ritson Rd.S. 905-718-1808 Murray 1998 NISSAN ULTIMA SE,excel- lent condition, only 29K, loaded, will certify, asking $17,500. 686–2682 1994 LINCOLN TOWN CAR, Cartier, fully loaded, certified and emission tested, leather interior, 146K, asking $18,000 obo. 905- 434-0392. 2000 HONDA CIVIC DX 1 owner, auto, p.s., brakes, tilt, 3 dr., black. Fabulous opportunity. Must qualify to assume balance of Honda lease. $269/month plus taxes. Call (416)722-4611 or (905)633-7409. 91 NISSAN STANZA,burgundy 4 door, 2.4L, 4 cylinder, automatic, overdrive, power windows and door locks, tilt and cruise 261,000kms. Asking $2500 e test & certified. Phone( 905)683–7747. FIND YOUR NEXT used vehicle 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 MURAD AUTO SALES. WANTED - Dead of Alive . Cars, Trucks, Machinery.. Call 655-4609 (SNP) WANTED - GM '98-'99 Mon- tana or Ventura Van, low kms. will consider take over lease or buy out, wheelchair equipped would be an asset. Call 905-434-0392. Trucks For Sale410 1991 RODEO, 4 wheel drive, 198,000 km, black, aluminum rims, auto trans, very clean, asking $4500 obo. certified and emission tested, Call 905-434–0392 (snp) 1994 BLAZER LT, 4x4, 4.3L V6 engine, leather interior, a/c, cruise, p.seat/windows, mirrors, am/fm CD, many more options. Forest green/tan. Safety/emis- sion certificate $10,995. (905)666–9596 1994 FORD F250-XLT truck, Supercab, running board, ton- neau cover, 20,000lb fifth wheel hitch installed +towing hitch. Low mileage. Used only in Florida. $20,500. 905-349-2594 Vans/ 4-Wheel Dirve420 1997 FORD F-150 4x4 extended cab excellent condition 119 000 km. Bedliner aluminum cap. $16500. Call 723-8512. 2000 DODGE CARAVAN, 36,000 km. 3.8 V6, am/fm cassette cd, running boards, captain chairs, $19,900 o.b.o. Certified and e- tested. (905)434-2775 or (416)898-8467. Lost and Found265 FOUND - Approximately 4 days a go. Siamese, male, beige in color, Amberlea Rd. area, Pickering. If yours please call (905) 420–0574 FOUND - black and white male shepherd/X in Courtice on March 5th and black and white male husky in Whitby March 20th. Call 905-852-6534 FOUND, young male dog, German Sheppard, possible part Husky, approx. 8 mths old, black w/tanned legs. Please call 905-767-5389, Ajax. cnp Personals268 DURHAM SINGLES:Join the regions fastest growing sin- gles organization, Personal Growth Seminars, Dinner Theatres, Wine Tasting. Quali- ty people first rate at- mosphere. 905-438-1720 www.durhamsingles.com DURHAM'S OWN DATING SER- VICE!905-683-1110. Create a private mailbox ad or browse other ads free. Meet a new Friend or Love for life. www.asylum- cafe.com HEAVENLY PSYCHIC Answers. Find the oracle within. $2.99/min. *18+*24 hrs. 1-900- 451-3783. Daycare Available273 AFFORDABLE LOVING Daycare. House backs on to Glengrove P.S., a few steps away. Also on St. Anthony Daniels bus route. Large fenced backyard & play- room. Outings/crafts. Snacks/ lunch. Ages two years and up. Experienced mother of 2-Call Debbie 905-839-7237 LOVING Christian home daycare, will teach alphabet, numbers and values. Age 2 - 5 years preschool, First Aid/CPR. Valley Farm Rd/Hwy 2, near Pickering Go. (905) 837–9600. DAYCARE AVAILABLE in my home reasonable rates, flexible hours, close to Westney Heights Public School. Rav-enscroft and Daniels. References available upon request. Call (905)619- 9428. RESPONSIBLE HOME child care, 10 yrs experience. Infants to 10 yrs. CPR. Creative play. Outdoor activities. Church/Delaney. Call Elaine 905-683-0352. HWY. 2/LIVERPOOL - 18mos to 12 yrs. Exciting environment, healthy meals, skilled base activ- ities, indoor/outdoor playtime, theme days, Fist Aid Certified. Receipts/Non-Smoking. 905- 837–9019 HOME DAYCARE provided by experienced mom (diploma in childhood/adolescence) Accept- ing children for summer vacation /kids going to High-bush school. Reasonable rates, limited space. Whites/Amberlea. (905)831–8502 PICKERING Beach / Rollo: Lov- ing daycare; 18 months to 12 years. Daily outings (fenced backyard and park). Crafts, story time, music, nutritious meals & snacks. First Aid, C.P.R. certified. Non-smoking, receipts. 905- 428-1244. WHITE'S/STROUDS -12 yrs. experience, non smoker, no pets, close to schools, large fenced in backyard, any age welcomed. Call Kathy (905) 831–1796. WHITES RD/401,ECE offering home daycare program for infants and preschoolers. 17+ years experience. CPR, first aid certified. Call Rhea (905)837–1986. EXPERIENCED DAYCARE TLC, hot meals, snacks. First aid/CPR, no pets, non-smok- ing, near school & parks, Westney Rd. N. close to 401. Bus at door for French Immer- sion. 905-428-0097 Daycare Wanted274 DAYCARE NEEDED in my home, 1-3 days/week for 1 year old. Highway 2/Harwood. References. Please call (905)683–0225 DURHAM PROFESSIONAL Home Daycare Inc. Daycare providers needed in Ajax and Pickering. You work at home, provide a safe environment, nutritious meals and fun ac- tivities for the children. For more details about this excit- ing opportunity call our staff at 905-509–1207 Private Tuition/ Schools276 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. Home Improvements700 Garbage Removal Hauling702 Painting and Decorating710 Moving and Storage715 Gardening & Landscaping735 TREE SERVICE Expert in removal, trimming, pruning & stump removal Free Estimates Call Daryl (905) 619-8798 Cross Movers Exp. in moving Households • Offices • Apts. Packing Avail. Free Estimates 416-423-0239 905-683-5342 1-877-432-1841 THE HONEST MOVER $65 PER HOUR - 2 men No local gas mileage / travelling time Small deliveries, or simple moves around the house. RUBBISH REMOVAL Licensed Company No GST/PST! COVERAGE GUARANTEED Larry Hoffe (905) 665-0448 Pager 720-8438 CLASSIC MOVERS •Affordable •Efficient •Reliable Local or Long Distance Residential or Commercial Large or Small We'll accommodate All! 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Don & Greg Corneil Auctioneers R.R. #1 Little Britain (705) 786-2183 e-mail corneil@lindsaycomp.on.ca SHORT NOTICE LIQUIDATION AUCTION JACKSON’S TOUCH OF CLASS CATERING WED. APRIL 4th., 10:30 a.m. viewing 9:00 ON LOCATION AT 104 CONSUMERS DR. WHITBY, Take 401 to Thickson Rd. Whitby, North to consumers Dr. & West 2 km. Watch for Signs! Auction Features Excess Catering Equipment & Stock Including:Fridge, salad bars, mixer, chairs, dishes, pots, pans, warming cabinets, silver(cutlery, serving dishes, etc.), plus misc articles you’d expect to find from a catering service. CALL FOR DETAILS TERMS CASH, CHEQUE W/I.D. MACGREGOR AUCTION SERVICES 905-987-2112 1-800-363-6799 Durham Regional Police POLICE AUCTION AUCTION OF BICYCLES AND UNCLAIMED GOODS 9:00 a.m. Saturday, April 7/01 Terms Cash/Cheque/Visa/Interact To be held at Property Bureau Indoors Rain or Shine LOCATION 19 COURTICE COURT COURTICE 401 FROM OSHAWA COURTICE RD.PROGRESS DRIVE 19 COURTICE COURT BASELINE ROAD HIGHWAY #2 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 325 Auctions 80th Birthday The family of Phyllis Desjardins invite her friends and family to an open house in honour of her 80th birthday. It’s being held on April 7th from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Pickering Village Senior Centre, 29 Linton Ave. in Ajax. Best wishes only! 248 Birthdays 248 Birthdays SPRING WOODWORKING COURSES INTRODUCTION TO WOODWORKING STARTS: THURS. APR. 5 - 8 WKS. BUILD AN ENTERTAINMENT UNIT STARTS: MON. APR. 2 - 12 WKS. TO REGISTER CALL (905) 433-9011 278 Registration 278 Registration RABBIT WANTS WORK Doing Magic For Children's Parties And All Occasions. Have My Own Magician. 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Call Shawn. 905-619-1704 735 Gardening Supply, Landscaping Call RobCall Rob (905) 706-7047 • (416) 702-4252 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE FULLY INSURED FREE ESTIMATES SERVING: • AJAX • SCARBOROUGH • PICKERING • OSHAWA • WHITBY • MARKHAM • UXBRIDGE SERVICES: • TREE REMOVAL • PRUNING • TOPPING • STUMP REMOVAL • DEAD WOOD • HEDGE TRIMMING BARK TREE SERVICEBARK TREE SERVICE SPECIAL SPRING RATES TREE MAINTENANCE & REMOVAL STUMP REMOVAL DAVE 831-7055ALSO Park Avenue 17 Simcoe St. N., 2nd Floor, Oshawa (Between King St. & Bond St.) •25 GORGEOUS LADIES • Feature Dancers • Fitness Models • Lingerie & Bikini Specials • 10 Private Rooms w/Showers, TVs, VCRs • Movie Specials • Satellite TV • Executive Jacuzzi Suite w/Fireplace • Stage & Private Functions • Wet Room (Canada's Only Shower Massage Table) Have your attendant give you a shower massage at the same time. OPEN 24 HOURS, 7 DAYS 905-720-2544 *We Accept All Competitors' Coupons *Phone In For Website Address * Hiring 18+ 905 Adult Entertainment 710 Painting and Decorating 735 Gardening Supply, Landscaping 905 Adult Entertainment TO ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OR SERVICE IN THIS SECTION PLEASE CALL AJAX 683-0707 Please read your classified ad on the first day of publi- cation as we cannot be responsible for more than one insertion in the event of an error. 905 Adult Entertainment Tuesday May 01, 2001 Location: Holiday Inn 1011 Bloor Street East, Oshawa FREE ADMISSION • FREE PARKING Public welcome 1–8pm (Bring lots of resumes!) presents Make a “healthy” career choice! Participating Companies: Durham Region Attendant Care, Markham Stouffville Hospital, Durham Respite, ComCare, Kawartha Quality Care, York Central Hospital, Ontario March of Dimes, Rouge Valley Health System, Lakeridge Health Corp., Partners in Community Nursing, Extendicare/Oshawa, Fosterbrooke Long Term Care Facility, Home Relief Health Services, John Willoughby Insurance, Peterborough Regional Health Centre, Victorian Order of Nurses, ParaMed, Community Life Care, St. Elizabeth Health Care, Region of Durham, Bayshore Health, West Park Health Care, D.H.S., VHA Home Health Care, Career Canada College, Southpaw Wellness, Firstat Nursing Services, St. Michael’s Hospital, Northumberland Health Care, Whitby Mental Health Centre, The Scarborough Hospital PICKERING —Two swimmers with the Pickering Swim Club com- peted against the best in Ontario and posted best times at the Provincial Short Course Championships in Ot- tawa recently. Bradley Johnston and Alexander Griffith were accompanied to Ottawa by coach Tom McLoughlin for the provincials. Johnston, 12, posted two best times in the 200-metre butterfly and the 400m individual medley. He also came 25th in the 100m fly. He finished 21st in the 200m fly with a time of 2:53.49, shaving off 4.5 seconds off his previous best. He also finished 20th overall in the 400m I.M. in a time of 6:01.16 to take four seconds off his previous time. Griffith, 12, finished 12th in the 400m I.M. in a time of 5:45.65 taking just over 19 seconds from his previous best time in the event. In the 200m fly, Griffith finished 28th in a time of 3:02.70 and then finished the weekend off with an 18th-place finish in the 400m freestyle, taking a fraction of a second off his previous best time with a clocking of 5:18.46. Bankers feast on Caesar’s Select also wins in ladies’ basketball AJAX —A great team display by the Bank of Montreal paved the way for its win over Et Tu Caesar’s in the opening game of recent Ajax Ladies’ Basketball League action. The bankers were unstoppable from the tipoff and had a huge lead at the interval. Caesar’s got its game to- gether during the second half with ex- cellent defence and accurate shooting. Although Et Tu Caesar’s was able to close the gap, the Bank of Montreal was never in trouble as it coasted to a 47-36 victory. Allyson Samuel had the high score for the bank with 14. Erinn Lynch also got 14 points for Caesar’s. The game between Select Food Products and East Side Mario’s was a scrappy affair with both teams work- ing hard on offence without producing many points. In the low-scoring first half, East Side Mario’s scored at the buzzer for a narrow lead. The scoring opened up in the second half and Se- lect gained the upper hand by playing better defence to score a 46-33 win. Carol Stephenson netted 17 points for Select. Julie Hughes replied with 17 for East Side. On the fast track Pickering swimmers post best times at provincials Johnston, Griffith compete at Ontario short course championships Pickering race car driver Chris Guerrieri, 17, gets some last-minute tire adjustments from his pit crew prior to heading out on the track for a training run at the prestigious La Filiere rac- ing school in Le Mans, France recently. Guer- rieri is one of only two Canadian drivers and only 25 in the world invited to hone their dri- ving skills at the school. His first race of the season was last weekend, March 24 and 25, at the Le Mans course. 1998 Dodge Stratus Ideal family vehicle. A must drive. Finished in green, 4- door, tilt wheel, speed control, auto, air, cassette. 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