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Home My WebLink AboutNA2002_01_04Irene Kock remembered for passion, professionalism BY KEITH GILLIGAN Staff Writer DURHAM —The environ- mental community has been left reeling following the death of “a terrific leader, an awesome per- son”. Irene Kock, a local activist and Uxbridge resident, died Monday evening from injuries suffered in a two-vehicle crash in Whitchurch- Stouffville. She was 40 years old. “She’s a very, very important and committed individual in this community. She was a very special person,” said Brian Buckles, of the Uxbridge Conservation Associa- tion (UCA) and Green Door Al- liance. “Everyone involved with her is very deeply affected by the news. There are very few people in the community who had that kind of impact. She’ll be missed.” In addition to her work with the UCA, Ms. Kock was also an anti- nuclear activist and worked with a number of environmental groups. “She was a great environmen- talist. It was her passion, totally,” said Teresa Johnston, also of the UCA. “Irene was a terrific leader, an awesome person. She was very strong and level-headed. She wouldn’t fly off the handle.” Elizabeth May, the Sierra Club of Canada’s executive director, noted being “tireless and extreme- ly thorough were the hallmarks of Irene’s work. If she made a state- ment, there was no guesswork. She read voluminously. She was one of the most knowledgeable people in the country on nuclear matters.” Pickering Mayor Wayne Arthurs also praised her work. “She’ll be missed. She was a very strong advocate on behalf of the environment,” he said. “She ensured issues stayed in front of the public.” Ms. Kock and her partner BY MARTIN DERBYSHIRE Staff Writer AJAX —It’s a girl — and for the McCabe family of Courtice, it couldn’t be a happier new year. Samantha Mary Elizabeth McCabe was born at 12:38 p.m. Tuesday, making her Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital’s first baby of 2002. Proud parents Shawn and Kathleen McCabe, along with big brother Nicholas, three, report the newest edition to their family weighed in at nine pounds, one ounce, but admit she wasn’t expected to be the new year’s baby. “Doctors were predicting the 29th or 30th,” said Mrs. McCabe. “I saw my OB on the 28th and they saw nothing, no indications that I was going to give birth. I was scheduled to induce labour (Jan. 2) and when Nicholas was born we had to in- duce labour, so we didn’t doubt we would have to induce again. Things change, obviously.” PICKERING’S COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER SINCE 1965 NEWS ADVERTISER Two ties, no The formula for wins for Panthers A Beautiful Mind SPORTS/18 ENTERTAINMENT/15 PRESSRUN 46,600 24 PAGES FRIDAY, JANUARY 4, 2002 OPTIONAL DELIVERY $6/ $1 NEWSSTAND Looking For A Place To Host A Gathering? 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See NEW page 2See KOCK page 4 Mr. McCabe said it felt “great” being parents of the hospital’s first baby of 2002 and noted, in an interesting coincidence, he and his wife met on New Year’s Eve four years ago while both were working at Rouge Valley’s Centenary site in Scarbor- ough. Labour began around 3:30 a.m. Jan. 1 and after more than nine hours, Mrs. Mc- Cabe noted that although she felt pretty tired, she was glad to be in the “nice and familiar” surroundings of the Ajax hospital where Nicholas was also born. “I’ve been an employee at Centenary for 14 years and there is a connection,” she said. “They really provide excellent care here.” A/P PAGE 2 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 4, 2002 New year brings a new baby to the McCabe family NEW from page 1 Courtice baby boom? DURHAM — A busy time in Courtice nine months ago cul- minated in three Durham Region hospitals New Year’s Day. Courtice kids were the first ba- bies of 2002 at hospitals in Bow- manville, Oshawa and Ajax. First, at Lak- eridge Health Os- hawa, Isabelle Nicol Mitchell, daughter of Tricia and Scott Mitchell, made her debut at 5:43 a.m. She weighed in at four pounds, nine ounces. Lakeridge Health Bow- manville’s New Year’s baby was Mickenzi Emilee-Love Crowells, daugh- ter of Stephanie Fracz and Shane Crowells, born at 6:58 a.m. She tipped the scales at seven pounds, 14 ounces. Mickenzi’s mom was expect- ing a holiday baby, but with a Dec. 22 due date, she thought the little one would arrive closer to Christmas. Ms. Fracz was scheduled to be induced at 7:30 p.m. New Year’s Eve, but started having contrac- tions at about 6:30 p.m. Even then, Ms. Fracz didn’t think the baby, the couple’s first- born, would be the first of the new year in Bow- manville. Finally, Samantha Mary Elizabeth Mc- Cabe, who was born at 12:38 p.m. Tuesday, was Rouge Valley Ajax and Picker- ing hospital’s first baby of 2002, as chronicled on page 1 of today’s News Advertiser. 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The home, which fire officials said sustained an estimated $125,000 in damage, had an illegal hydro bypass to conceal increased power usage. Police say the fire started on the second floor, and blew out main- and upper-floor windows. “The whole house was used as a marijuana factory,” Sgt. Malik said. “There is an indication people were living there but we don’t know where they are.” Anyone with information is asked to call police at 905-683-9100 or Crime Stoppers at 905-436-8477. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 4, 2002 PAGE 3 A/P Fire leads police to $250,000 in marijuana plants A.J. GROEN/ News Advertiser photo A Durham Regional Police officer removes marijuana plants from a home in Pickering after firefighters re- sponding to a blaze discovered them. 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Jacqueline, 11, was airlift- ed to the Hospital for Sick Children where she remains. Her condition was not known at the News Advertiser’s press deadline. Natalie, four, was taken to the Peterbor- ough Regional Health Cen- tre. Mr. Albert was also taken to hospital, treated and re- leased with minor injuries. The 53-year-old driver of the other van and a 57-year- old female passenger were taken to the Peterborough hospital with non-life-threat- ening injuries. A funeral was to be held today (Friday), at 1 p.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Scarborough. David Martin set up Durham Nuclear Aware- ness (DNA) shortly after the Chernobyl nuclear ac- cident in the mid-1980s. Last year, the couple moved under the umbrella of the Sierra Club. They battled with the then Ontario Hydro, seek- ing information on the op- eration of nuclear stations in the province, especially the Pickering site. Their efforts with the Community Working Group helped raise more than 160 issues affecting the plant. Pat O’Brien, a spokesman for Ontario Power Generation, the suc- cessor to Ontario Hydro, praised her work. “Dealing with Irene, she was always extremely com- mitted, very professional and she had high ethics for what she did,” Mr. O’Brien said. “We disagreed on phi- losophy, but I respected her for her commitment and the professional manner in which she put forward her argument.” He added, “Her asking the question and us provid- ing the answer provided a service to the broader com- munity. “In one of the conversa- tions we had, she went into detail about her whole phi- losophy. She was a critic and she saw herself as a critic of the nuclear indus- try. “That’s what she cham- pioned. It’s what she was, she was very proud of it and she did it in a very pro- fessional manner.” David Steele of the Pickering-Ajax Citizens Together (PACT) for the Environment, worked with Ms. Kock on the 160-plus issues. “I’ll personally miss her. She was a wonderful girl. It’s a tragedy. I don’t know who will take her place,” he added. “You don’t re- place people like that.” The accident occurred around 6:35 p.m. on Dec. 31. York Regional Police re- port Mr. Martin and Ms. Kock were travelling west- bound on Bloomington Road near William Avenue when their Volkswagen Golf entered the eastbound lanes into the path of a 1998 Toyota Four-Runner, driven by a 59-year-old Markham man. Ms. Kock was taken to the South Lake Regional Health Centre, where she succumbed to her injuries. Mr. Martin and the other driver were treated for non- life-threatening injuries. Funeral services are being held Saturday, Jan. 5 at 2 p.m. at Low and Low Funeral Home, 23 Main St. S., Uxbridge. There’s visitation prior to the funeral from noon to 2 p.m. In addition to Mr. Mar- tin, Ms. Kock is survived by her parents Dick and Mary Kock, and siblings John, Henry and Helen and their partners. In lieu of flowers, dona- tions to the Sierra Club of Canada Foundation (613- 241-4611) or the Uxbridge Conservation Association (905-852-6803) would be appreciated by the family. A/P PAGE 4 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 4, 2002 Kock ‘extremely committed, very professional’ KOCK from page 1 IRENE KOCK Nuclear activist was ‘a wonderful girl’. PICKERING —A Pickering man accused of fatally poisoning his preg- nant wife on Mother’s Day 2000 has been or- dered to stand trial for first-degree murder. After a preliminary hearing in Ontario Court of Justice, Oshawa Judge Paul Bellefontaine ruled there is enough evidence to commit Ganeshram Raghunauth to trial. No trial date has been scheduled and he will ap- pear in Superior Court in Whitby later this month for a pretrial conference. Mr. Raghunauth called 911 on May 14, 2000 and reported he had found his wife, Hemoutie, lying un- conscious on the bath- room floor in the couple’s Beaton Way residence in the Brock Road and Finch Avenue area, police said. Mrs. Raghunauth, a 28- year-old employee of a Markham financial insti- tution, was rushed by am- bulance to Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospi- tal, where she was pro- nounced dead. An autopsy was unable to determine any anatomi- cal cause of death and re- vealed Mrs. Raghunauth was pregnant, police said. Several weeks later, after toxicology tests, Durham Region homicide detectives charged Mr. Raghunauth, 30, alleging he poisoned his wife. The couple’s one-year- old son was placed in the care of family members. Pickering man ordered to stand trial in wife’s death New Year’s Eve crash in Peterborough claims life of Ajax mother of two AVAILABLE in PICKERING at: B N Natural Food 1550 Kingston Rd. 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And it could be even worse, con- sidering officers have stopped 24,000 vehicles, 3,235 fewer than last year. “It’s hard to say why,” said Sergeant Paul Malik of the dramat- ic increase. “Why are people drinking and driving? The message is out there loud and clear — if you’re caught drinking and driving you’re going to get in trouble. If there’s any rea- son why people are being stupid, let us know.” Many Canadian municipalities are experiencing increases in drunk-driving incidents, according to national news reports. Locally, new drivers don’t seem to be getting the don’t-drink-and- drive message. Police have charged 31 ‘gradu- ated-licensed’ motorists with breaking their driving conditions by consuming alcohol before get- ting behind the wheel. According to Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Canada, impaired driving is the No. 1 crim- inal cause of death on Canadian roads. In a recent poll, four out of 10 Canadians acknowledged they have driven a vehicle when they believed they were legally im- paired. The president of the local MADD chapter knows the deadly consequences first-hand. Nancy Codlin’s 18-year-old niece was killed three years ago in an alco- hol-related crash. “I do think the general percep- tion is ‘It can’t happen to me,’” said Ms. Codlin. “I’m very disappointed. There certainly has been a lot of public awareness.” Ms. Codlin said the numbers clearly show some residents aren’t making responsible decisions. She noted the government has to step in with tougher laws. The federal government in- creased the maximum penalty for drunk drivers who kill to a life sen- tence. Previously it was 14 years. Also, decision-makers bumped the fine for first-time offenders to a minimum of $600 instead of the previous $300. Under recent changes to the Highway Traffic Act, people found guilty of drinking and driving after Dec. 23, 2001 will be forced to in- stall an ignition interlock device in their vehicle if they hope to get back behind the wheel. The device works like a breathalyser test, requiring a driver to blow into the machine, which is connected to the vehicle’s ignition system. The vehicle won’t start if the driver’s blood-alcohol concen- tration is above a preset limit. MADD is currently lobbying federally to lower the blood alco- hol legal limit to 50 milligrams of alcohol in 1,000 millilitres of blood. Currently the limit is 80 milligrams. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 4, 2002 PAGE 5 A/P ‘Hard to say why’drunk driving charges up Durham Regional Police officers manned several RIDE checkpoints throughout Durham in the ongoing battle against drinking and dri- ving. Impaired driving charges were up in the latest campaign. News Advertiser file photo Recycle!PICKERING —A local church is offering a six-session program for couples not planning to marry. Traditional courses for couples are usually of the premarital variety, but many Canadian twosomes have no plans to seal their union with a wedding. Married or not, most of the normal problems that arise in a relationship are the same. Beginning Jan. 22 and on the fourth Tuesday of each month, Rev. Glenn Brown will lead a program at Dunbarton-Fairport United Church that teaches participants how to be a successful couple. The cost is $100 for the program, including a book. Call the church at 905-839-7271 for more information. 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There has been the development and in- troduction of a sweeping and rigorous new provincial curriculum, and the costly, time- consuming and contentious Education Quality and Accountability Office assess- ments of students. Recently, standards for initial teacher qualification were introduced along with a three-year program for recertification. Through all of this there has been teacher, parent and student unrest, and in some cases strikes, school closings and an ongoing call for more money for our pub- licly funded schools — in particular, spe- cial-education funding. The government has never wavered and insisted this multitude of changes was nec- essary along the road to improved educa- tion. If Ontario students are to be competi- tive in the global economy, these changes have to be made, said Mr. Harris and Ms. Ecker. And now, for some inexplicable reason, the rules have changed. Some schools, the private ones supported by public money,can hire unqualified teachers, who need not be recertified. To teach what? To teach what they want, perhaps intolerance, perhaps not. To teach bias based on race, gender, religion or culture, or perhaps not. The money to support these schools will be taken from an already cash-poor public system that only last year Ms. Ecker said would be negatively impacted by tax incen- tives for private schools. All citizens who realize the public school system is the greatest harmonizer in one of the world’s most multicultural areas should be outraged at the far-reaching potential for civil disharmony this short-sighted and money-driven policy will create. G.W. Brown, Pickering NEWS ADVERTISER A Metroland Community Newspaper Tim Whittaker Publisher Joanne Burghardt Editor-in-Chief Steve Houston Managing Editor Duncan Fletcher Director of Advertising Retail/Distribution John Willems Director of Advertising Real Estate/Automotive Eddie Kolodziejcak Classified Advertising Manager Abe Fakhourie Distribution Manager Lillian Hook Office Manager Barb Harrison Composing Manager *** News 905-683-5110 Sales 905-683-5110 Classifieds 905-683-0707 Distribution 905-683-5117 General Fax 905-683-7363 Death Notices 905-683-3005 Sincerely Yours 1-800-662-8423 E-mail shouston@ durhamregion.com Web address durhamregion.com 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 Commu- nity Newspaper Assoc., Canadian Circulations Audit Board and the On- tario 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 JANUARY 4, 2002 How is it possible the country that produced the likes of Terry Fox or the soldiers who fought and died for us on distant shores could also give birth to a generation of ‘Chicken Lit- tles’? Just over two years ago, the phrase Y2K was enough to send peo- ple out in search of survival gear, cases of bottled water, enough canned food to last the next 100 years, and if they could find one, a generator powerful enough to supply half of Durham. Within days of the terrorist attacks in the United States last Sept. 11, gas masks and chemical suits were flying off the shelves of every Army Sur- plus store around. Baby powder found in a department store ‘diaper- ing area’ or a bit of dust found on a case of pop was enough to trigger a panic attack, a terrified phone call to the local fire department and a mass evacuation and decontamination. I listened to a caller on a radio talk show describe how he had just pur- chased four gas masks and was going to show his wife and two young chil- dren how to use them after dinner that evening. He couldn’t see the fact that, unless they planned to wear them 24 hours a day for the rest of their lives, he was going to scare the daylights out of his family for no rea- son at all. When did the words, “the sky is falling,” get added to our national an- them? Have we become so afraid of all the bad things that can happen to us we have forgotten not only how to live but how to have some fun along the way? Here are some things to think about for a new year; some resolu- tions delivered a few days late, but useful nonetheless. Try acting in a way that would make your kids proud of you, not ashamed. Try hav- ing some fun every day; it causes fewer wrinkles and makes your face easier to look at. And finally, not one of us will get out of this life alive so why not spend what time we have making things a little better. Hold a hand, kiss away a tear or just spend a little bit of your time trying to make someone else’s day special. That way everyone wins. Oh yeah, the white powder on the floor next to you may just be from a jelly doughnut. Keep smiling. You might not live longer but you will have a lot more fun getting there. Editorial e-mail responses to shouston@durhamregion.com Letters to the editor e-mail responses to shouston@durhamregion.com Try pride, fun and healing it with a kiss With terror of 2001 behind us, time to re-examine how we approach and live our lives Despite the best efforts of numerous police officers in the Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program, clue- less, dangerous, drinking drivers continue to plague our road- ways. The latest numbers from the Durham RIDE campaign are truly discouraging. Over the four weeks ending Dec. 30, Durham Regional Po- lice had stopped 24,000 drivers and charged 62 with being over the legal alcohol limit of 80 milligrams of alcohol per 1,000 millilitres of blood (commonly referred to as .08). That’s 22 more drivers than were charged in 2000 over the same time frame when 3,000 fewer motorists were stopped. In addition, the prime target group, young drivers, fared poorly over the holidays. In four weeks, 31 graduated licence drivers, who are not allowed to consume any alcohol at all be- fore driving, were charged for contraventions of their driving conditions. Why are the numbers up? Nobody seems to know, especial- ly since Mothers Against Drunk Driving has worked tirelessly to publicize the perils of drunk driving, to push for harsher penalties for those caught and to have the maximum alcohol in- take slashed to .05 from .08. Tougher penalties brought in by the Province, including au- tomatic one-year, three-year and lifetime driving suspensions for first, second and third drunk-driving convictions would seem a deterrent, but the latest RIDE numbers don’t lie. The message isn’t getting through. That doesn’t mean, of course, groups like MADD shouldn’t press forward. In fact, the latest RIDE stats are likely to push MADD to lobby even harder for stiffer fines and lower drink- ing limits. It’s clear there should be absolutely no tolerance at all for re- peat offenders. The law must punish those who, once caught driving drunk, choose to once again drink and drive. Jail terms and lifetime suspensions should be a consideration. Too strict you say? Talk to the families who have lost loved ones to drunk drivers. Federal Justice Minister Anne McLellan is considering leg- islation that would lower the limit to .05, surely a measure that would have some impact on those who choose to drink and drive. MADD estimates there are as many as 12.5 million im- paired driving trips made in Canada annually and the chances of being caught driving drunk are as low as 1 in 445. With alcohol playing a role in 42 per cent of automobile fa- talities a year, with more than 1,600 people dying from drink- ing and driving in Canada each year, we have to do something. We have to stop the insanity. A/P PAGE 6 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 4, 2002 If RIDE is not a deterrent, what is? 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Carpet and drapery installation is extra NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, January 4, 2002 PAGE 7 A/P A/P PAGE 8 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 4, 2002 BY JANE McDONALD Staff Writer DURHAM –– ‘There has got to be a better way.’ This mantra is fervently invoked at rush hours as commuters fight their way to work in Toronto from their homes in Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa, Clarington, Port Perry and Uxbridge and back again on some of the most congested roadways - Hwy. 401 - in North Ameri- ca. Huge tractor-trailers vie for laneways to get the goods our economy depends on to market as efficiently as pos- sible. They struggle for room at the on-and-off ramps with motorists desperate to bal- ance time with family while working at a job that sup- ports their suburban lifestyle. Add in some bad weather, the odd flying tire and human error and you have a dilemma that is sucking the quality of life out of the exis- tence of thousands of Durham Region residents, as well as the air they breathe. Enter Pickering-Ajax- Uxbridge MP Dan McTeague, who just might have an idea to help ease the gridlock that is making so many lives miserable: a fast ferry service to transport goods across Lake Ontario. “After the events of Sept. 11, more pressure than ever has been put on the flow of goods over the border,” says the Liberal backbencher. “Generally, the lake is under- utilized ... Oshawa in partic- ular could serve as a deep port to allow the kind of uti- lization, as they did in Eng- land (to transport goods across the English Channel) prior to the building of the Chunnel.” Port master and chief ex- ecutive officer of the Oshawa Harbour Commission, Donna Taylor, agrees Os- hawa is not only a strong contender, but has actually been approached about the type of service Mr. McTeague envisions. “The Port of Oshawa is currently entertaining two expressions of interest in this type of service and has been contacted in a preliminary way by a company interested in a passenger service only,” confirms Ms. Taylor. “The Port of Oshawa is well positioned for a future ferry service either for pas- sengers or for trucks and cargo,” she adds. As a matter of fact, Ms. Taylor points out a truck ferry service did operate briefly in the early 1980s from the Port of Oshawa to Oswego, N.Y. “It was a good test,” she says. The port developed fa- cilities that still exist to ac- commodate the service. Due to a less than satisfactory vessel and a downturn in the economy, the ferry service was short-lived. “During the Ontario Mu- nicipal Board hearing when we were discussing the zon- ing of the east port lands, our port engineer gave consider- able consideration to the fu- ture requirements of a ferry service in anticipation this would be a future prospect for the Port of Oshawa,” con- tinues Ms. Taylor. “So we are well-prepared to enter- tain proposals.” The way truck and pas- senger ferry services from Oshawa are envisioned by the harbour commission would be to have a passenger ferry service positioned on the west side of the harbour in keeping with the more public use of that area. “A truck ferry service would be located on the east side of the harbour,” explains Ms. Taylor. “This area is cur- rently undeveloped, but has sufficient acreage to accom- modate the necessary park- ing, a customs building and specially designed ramps which will depend on the vessel type selected.” Mr. McTeague doesn’t see a hovercraft type of oper- ation but does think once the correct type of ship is identi- fied, a spin-off to the Canadi- an economy could be resur- gence in the country’s ship- building industry. He says he’s spoken with Transport Minister David Collenette about the idea and hopes talks can begin among such players as the Governor of New York, local mayors and representatives of Durham Region. The stakes are not small. When Ontario Premier Mike Harris met with New York Governor George Pataki in October, they agreed trade between their jurisdictions must continue to thrive de- spite heightened border se- curity in the wake of Sept. 11. The two-way daily trade between Ontario and New York State, at the time of the fall meeting, exceeded $84.4 million Cdn. “To cross the lake it would only take two to three hours, depending on the weather,” says Mr. McTeague, “rather than trucks spending several hours if the destination is, say, Buffalo. Time is money, especially for companies like General Motors.” He says he believes the best way to get more trucks off the highways of Durham Region is to interest the pri- vate sector. “Of course there would have to be substantial commitment on the part of governments,” he is quick to add. “Before we talk about fast ferries, we have to look at bureaucratic responsibili- ty.” As for the authority oper- ating the innovative trans- portation service, he explains although it would be the fed- eral government that would have to be in charge of “any opening of the harbour,” the “authority depends on who’s putting up the money.” “We would act as a land- lord in this venture,” says Ms. Taylor. Mr. McTeague adds that from Oshawa to Pickering there are potential sites to build terminals and depots, complete with towing facili- ties. “We still have land that could be made available for depots,” he says. “We could serve as a bleeder line for (transport) traffic but let’s do something with our harbours ... There are only several points of entry into the U.S. from Windsor to Quebec and we’re right smack in the middle of it. Time is money and a ferry system could be more efficient and we could use rail at either end. It’s one of the more intelligent ways to transport goods. There is no more public money to re- build roads ... If we don’t do these things in five years then there will be an enor- mous price to pay like toll roads. And I hate to think a com- pany or business will not be interested in locating in Durham Region because they can’t get their goods to market ... This is an idea whose time has definitely come ... Let’s look at the feasibility.” On a more personal note, Mr. McTeague knows first- hand all about the anxiety drivers experience as they drive to and from the work- place each day. After his wife and young children were in three car ac- cidents, he moved his family from Pickering to be closer to the children’s caregiver and his doctor wife’s practice in Brampton. “Of concern to us was the amount of travel she and our children had each day on highways,” he wrote to his constituents in his autumn newsletter. “After the third car acci- dent involving my family it simply would be irresponsi- ble to further ignore the threat to their safety.” LLLL aaaa kkkk eeee eeee ffff ffff eeee cccc tttt Fast ferries might be answer to gridlock: MP Pickering-Ajax-Uxbridge MP Dan McTeague believes a Lake Ontario ferry service would help alleviate gridlock on Hwy. 401 and make the roads safer to travel. 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While quantities last Special Purchase! NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, January 4, 2002 PAGE 9 A/P P PAGE 10 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 4, 2002 BY JANE MCDONALD Staff Writer DURHAM - Life in Durham Region never looked so good. Snowmobiles ply snow-covered, evergreen-lined trails in one photograph while another features sailboats skimming sparkling summer wa- ters. These recreational delights are sur- passed only by bucolic scenes of nature, complete with bushels of ruby red apples, blue skies and glorious autumnal splen- dour. But the rubber really hits the road at this well-designed and illustrated Web site: clarington.PairoRegistry.com when ‘compensation and incentives’ are men- tioned. “Reimbursement of moving expenses up to $4,000,” ... “$20,000 payable on start-up” ... “three months’ free rent to new tenants ... “ No, this is not a ploy by local realtors to lure would-be homebuyers to the Re- gion. It’s all about the battle to lure doc- tors to an area starved for them. Thou- sands of Durham citizens are currently without a family physician and thousands more will soon join them in one of the fastest growing regions in Canada. “The number of family physicians is no longer adequate to meet the needs of Canadians, and this serious and growing deficiency threatens the future viability of the health-care system,” concluded the re- cent and most comprehensive survey of family doctors ever undertaken in Canada. According to the College of Family Physicians of Canada’s 2001 National Family Physician survey, which was sent to all family physicians and general prac- titioners in Canada with a response rate of 51 per cent (14,319), as much as 30 per cent of the population is currently having difficulty accessing a family doctor. No one has to tell the residents of Clar- ington and Scugog how difficult it is to find a family doctor. The scarcity of family physicians is so dire in Scugog the Township has agreed to give Lakeridge Health Port Perry $25,000. The one-time funding is to be used for bonuses - for things like interest on student loans or the use of a car - in an effort to assist negotiations with two doc- tors interested in joining the 108-member staff at the local 42-bed hospital. Yvonne de Wit, Scugog’s chief ad- ministration officer, told a December economic development committee meeting how not having enough family doctors practising in the community is costly in fiscal terms as well as human. “It’s a community problem,” she said. “It ties into economic develop- ment in the fact if you don’t have ade- quate health care, people won’t want to locate here.” But the Region’s six hospitals - Ajax-Pickering, run by the Rouge Val- ley Health System, along with Lak- eridge Health’s Whitby, Oshawa, Bow- manville, Port Perry and Uxbridge sites - were built to handle a population of about 200,000. Today, they are cop- ing with a population base of almost half a million. This same population is expected to double to 1 million over the next decade. Not only is it a frustrating exercise for patients to try to find a general practi- tioner to call his or her own, shortages can cause doctors to work an average of 73 hours a week. “Our workforce is exhausted,” says Dr. Don Gelhorn, president of the College of Family Physicians of Canada. Yet medical schools are producing fewer graduates than a decade ago and it is feared that by 2011, the shortfall will double to at least 6,000. Right now, places like Port Perry need four new family physicians. A mere 60 family doctors will graduate from the University of Toronto this year but only two to three per cent from all five of Ontario medical schools will choose to practice in a rural setting like Port Perry. In Canada, towns under 10,000 account for 31 per cent of the population (about nine million people) yet they are served by only 14 per cent of generalist physi- cians. In Clarington alone, it is estimated 15,000 patients don’t have a family doc- tor. Kim Ferguson, M.D., is a rarity. Origi- nally from Blackstock, when she com- pletes her U of T studies, she’s heading home to practice. It’s been a long haul for the 36-year-old wife and mother of two: three years in university, four years of medical school and two years as a resi- dent. She returns home to her family each weekend and will be home for good once her two-year residency program is com- pleted July 2003. “The plan is to practice in Port Perry,” she says. “My residency is in rural Fami- ly Medicine and I will be spending the second year of my training on site in Port. It makes sense to continue on there.” Looking forward to experiencing “all the best parts of medicine” she says a family practice can provide - emergency shifts, obstetrics and psychotherapy - it is the diversity that challenges her. “It also gives me the opportunity to have a long-term relationship with my pa- tients, their families, their children,” she says. “Having a long history to work with is valuable as a clinician ... “ Unfortunately, fewer and fewer medical students want family medicine as their career. Another downside is not only the scarcity of fami- ly doctors but because specialties only offer so many positions, some doctors train in family medicine to fall back on but don’t really want to practice it. “Then there is the group that goes into family medicine but doesn’t want to set up a family practice,” she says. “These people prefer to do emerg shifts, walk-in clinics and surgical assists. This is attrac- tive because they do not have to cover overhead expenses. This is just a hint of what is happening....” Asked if she worries about the pressure of likely having to work inordinate num- bers of hours, Ms. Ferguson admits she’s concerned. “Unfortunately the shortage of doctors is quite widespread so it is no longer just the rural communities that are experienc- ing this,” she explains. “And it is getting worse. I realize my practice will be quite busy and initially there will be a learning curve, both in terms of practice management and clini- cal knowledge. I also realize, though, that one person can only do so much and that in these environments the key is to know what your limits are and stay well within those boundaries. “In the long run, overworking your- self and burning out is of no value to your patients or the community ... It does bring up the additional deterrent for family medicine, though,” she ac- knowledges. “Residents today put lifestyle in a very high standing. Think- ing that they are going to have to con- tinue to work long hours every day is not very appealing.” Meanwhile, the College of Family Physicians is urging Roy Romanow’s Commission on the Future of Health Care in Canada, due out in November 2002, to recommend ways to augment and strengthen the country’s commit- ment to medicare. One way has got to be the ability to interest, educate, pro- duce and support more dedicated pro- fessionals like Kim Ferguson. Prognosis negative Medical Crisis:Doctor shortage felt throughout the region According to the College of Family Physicians of Canada’s 2001 National Family Physician survey, as much as 30 per cent of the population is currently having dif- ficulty accessing a family doctor. A.J. GROEN/ News Advertiser photos No easy solutions to problem Durham municipalities are finding themselves in increasing competition to lure new doc- tors to our region’s six hospital sites. NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, January 4, 2002 PAGE 11 A/P A/P PAGE 12 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 4, 2002 The Youth Centre offers help for teens with anger issues AJAX —A free upcoming se- ries of meetings will help teens having trouble with aggressive behaviour. Offered by The Youth Centre, an anger management group for teens 13 and 14 years old will help participants learn to identify anger management styles and triggers, its impact on others, and new skills to control their behav- iour. Those taking part will learn from each other and offer sup- port. There’s also the chance to enjoy leisure time in the centre’s activity room. The group runs for six weeks on Thursdays, from Jan. 31 to March 7, with sessions from 5 to 7 p.m. All participants must take part in an intake session Thursday, Jan. 17 from 5 to 6 p.m. Parents and guardians must attend a ses- sion with their child on Jan. 24 from 5 to 7 p.m. The group is funded by the Ministry of Health. 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FREE ESTIMATES $599$599 $699$699 The following are the new movies being screened at cinemas in Ajax and Pickering this week- end: A BEAUTIFUL MIND Starring Russell Crowe, Ed Harris, Jennifer Connelly. Directed by Ron Howard. It’s 1947 and John Forbes Nash Jr. (Crowe) has arrived at Prince- ton for graduate studies in mathe- matics. The mysterious West Vir- ginia genius has no prep school legacy or old money ties to cush- ion his entry into the Ivy League — just Princeton’s most presti- gious fellowship to signify he does indeed belong. It’s not an easy fit for Nash, or for Princeton. Social niceties mean nothing to him; neither does at- tending class. He is obsessed with just one thing: finding a truly orig- inal idea. That, he’s convinced, is the only way he will ever matter. Princeton’s math department is brutally competitive and some of Nash’s classmates would love to see him fail. Still, they tolerate him, and inadvertently incite him to greatness. He’s with them one night in a local bar when their re- action to a hot blonde grabs his at- tention. As Nash observes their rivalry, the idea that has been haunting him bursts into focus. His resulting paper on game theory — the math- ematics of competition — boldly contradicts the doctrines of Adam Smith, the father of modern eco- nomics. One hundred and fifty years of accepted thought is abruptly out- dated, and Nash’s life is changed forever. Nash subsequently wins a cov- eted research and teaching post at MIT, but is not satisfied. Science had played a huge role in bringing about America’s triumph in the Second World War, and now, as the Cold War rages, Nash yearns to play a role in this new conflict. His wish is granted when the shadowy William Parcher (Harris) recruits him for a top-secret as- signment as an enemy code-break- er. Nash throws himself into this consuming effort while continuing his work at MIT. It is there he is challenged in an altogether new way by the beautiful and brilliant Alicia Larde (Connelly), a physics student who introduces Nash to a concept he’d never seriously con- sidered — love. Nash and Alicia marry, but he cannot confide the dangerous pro- ject he has undertaken for Parcher. The work, the secrecy and the dan- ger take their toll. Nash is furtive, obsessed and finally lost in a world of overpowering delusions. The diagnosis is paranoid schizo- phrenia. Devastated by the implications of her husband’s condition, Alicia struggles under the strain of loving a broken genius. But Alicia can still glimpse the charismatic man she fell in love with, and that fuels her commitment to him. Inspired by her unwavering love and faith, Nash finally decides to fight a dis- ease thought to be not only incur- able, but degenerative. This humbled Nash has simpler goals, but they are even harder to achieve. Still burdened by demons, still driven by the intoxicating de- mands of mathematical theory, he is determined to find his own kind of normalcy. Through sheer force of will, he continues his work and in 1994, receives the Nobel Prize. By then, his insightful work in game theory has become one of the most influential ideas of the 20th century, while Nash has be- come a man with a beautiful heart, as well as a beautiful mind. (Famous Players Pickering 8 Cinemas - Pickering Town Cen- tre). IMPOSTER Starring Gary Sinise, Madeleine Stowe, Vincent D’Onofrio, Tony Shalhoub. Directed by Gary Fleder. The year is 2079. The Earth has been at war with an alien force for over a decade. Spencer Olham (Sinise) is a lauded governmental scientist whose latest work promises to save the planet. But, suddenly, he is accused of being an alien spy and be- comes the subject of a na- tionwide manhunt. Olham is faced with a two-tiered dilemma — can he prove his identity to the secret police in time to help mankind? Can he ultimately prove his identity to himself? Olham faces a disorient- ing nightmare as he becomes a fugitive from the law, as well as friends and family, all of whom become convinced he is a danger to humanity. (Cineplex-Odeon Ajax 10 Cine- mas, Moviplex 9 Cinemas - Pickering). For a complete listing of what’s playing this weekend, contact your local cinema. NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 4, 2002 PAGE 15 P Entertainment NEWS ADVERTISER JANUARY 4, 2002 The ‘Beautiful Mind’of a genius explored Read up on community news online! Click on us at durhamregion.com905-421-9550 for information 300 Kingston Rd. (Gates Plaza at Altona) 1050 Brock Rd. (Between 401 & Bayly) New Location 2nd Pickering location coming soon! G A M B L I NG PROBLEM? 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BIG DIFFERENCE! w w w . f a m o u s p l a y e r s . c o m OSHAWA 905-433-3843 OSHAWA CENTRE 8 905-433-3843PICKERING 8 PICKERING TOWN CENTRE ALI (AA) violence, coarse language Fri, Sat, Sun, Tues 11:30, 3:00, 6:40, 10:10 Mon, Wed, Thu 6:40, 10:10 HARRY POTTER AND THE PHILOSOPHER’S STONE (PG) frightening scenes Fri, Sat, Sun, Tues, 12:00, 3:30, 6:50 Mon, Wed, Thu 6:50 JIMMY NEUTRON: BOY GENIUS (PG) Fri, Sat, Sun, Tue 12:10, 2:20, 7:00 Mon, Wed, Thu 7:00 KATE & LEOPOLD (F) Fri, Sat, Sun, Tue, 1:10, 4:00, 7:40, 10:20 Mon, Wed, Thu. 7:40, 10:20 NOT ANOTHER TEEN MOVIE (AA)coarse language, sexual content, crude content Fri, Sat, Sun, Tue 1:20, 3:45, 7:50, 9:55 Mon, Wed, Thu, 7:50, 9:55 OCEAN’S ELEVEN (PG) mature theme Fri, Sat, Sun, Tue. 1:30, 4:10, 7:30, 10:40 Mon, Wed, Thu 7:30, 10:40 THE LORD OF THE RINGS (NO PASSES) (AA) frightening scenes, violence Fri, Sat, Sun, Tue 12:15, 4:10, 8:00, 9:00 Mon, Wed, Thu 8:00, 9:00 THE MAJESTIC (PG) 10:00 VANILLA SKY (AA) sexual content, coarse language, not recommended for children Fri, Sat, Sun, Tue 12:45, 4:20, 7:20, 10:30 Mon, Wed, Thu 7:20, 10:30 A BEAUTIFUL MIND (NO PASSES) (PG) mature theme Fri, Sat, Sun, Tue 12:30, 3:45, 7:00, 10:00 Mon, Wed, Thu 7:00, 10:00 ALI (AA) violence, coarse language Fri, Sat, Sun, Tue 12:05, 3:25, 6:40, 10:10 Mon, Wed, Thu 6:40, 10:10 HARRY POTTER AND THE PHILOSOPHER’S STONE (PG) frightening scenes Fri, Sat, Sun, Tue 12:20, 3:35, 6:45 Mon, Wed, Thu 6:45 JIMMY NEUTRON: BOY GENIUS (PG) Fri, Sat, Sun, Tue 12:10, 2:20, 4:40, 7:10 Mon, Wed, Thu 7:10 KATE & LEOPOLD (F) 9:45 NOT ANOTHER TEEN MOVIE (AA) coarse language, sexual content, crude content 9:55 OCEAN’S ELEVEN (PG) mature theme Fri, Sat, Sun, Tue 1:10, 4:30, 7:30, 10:20 Mon, Wed, Thu 7:30, 10:20 THE LORD OF THE RINGS (NO PASSES) (AA) frightening scenes, violence Fri, Sat, Sun, Tue 12:00, 12:45, 4:00, 5:00, 8:15, 9:00 Mon, Wed, Thu 8:15, 9:00 VANILLA SKY (AA) sexual content, coarse language, not recommended for children Fri, Sat, Sun, Tue 1:00, 4:15, 7:20, 10:30 Mon, Wed, Thu 7:20, 10:30 SPY GAME Brad Pitt AA 13 GHOSTS Matthew Lillard Frightening Scenes,Coarse Language 1:05, 3:05, 7:05, 9:05 AA 905-420-S H O W 416-444-F I L M 1095 KIN G S T O N R D . , P I C K E R I N G SATURDA Y & S U N D A Y M A T I N E E S DOMESTIC DISTURBANCE John Travolta 1:00, 3:10, 7:00, 9:10 AA LIFE AS A HOUSE Kevin Kline AA HEIST Gene Hackman Coarse Language 1:05, 3:15, 7:05, 9:15 AA 1:00, 3:15, 7:00, 9:15 Coarse Language, Mature Theme 1:00, 3:15, 7:00, 9:15 Coarse Language, Mature Theme PG1:30, 7:30 MONSTERS INC. Computer Animated F1:10, 3:10, 7:10, 9:10 IMPOSTER Gary Sinise AA1:00, 3:00, 7:00, 9:00 Frightening Scenes, Violence THE MAJESTIC Jim Carrey P L A Y LPA A C E DRIVE THRU Pickering 1099 Kingston Rd. 905-831-2665 This year we decided to do something different for our staff party at the hall at our church. We hired a company called Kloda Productions to transform our banquet hall so that we could have an authentic Hawaiian Beach Party. The truck from Kloda pulled up to the hall, a ramp was rolled out and they began unloading enough equipment for a rock concert. The first step was erecting a 20 by 30 foot high mural depicting a beach which would also be the backdrop for the elevated stage. Next lighted palm trees bordered the stage and three banks of moving lights were put up. Then a digital sound system was set up to make sure the music sounded perfect for 70 partying teenagers. Around the room, tropical lighting was placed and special machines pumped out smoke to heighten the atmosphere and give the room a tropical smell. The main contest was the best male and female Hawaiian outfit and this year Crystal won for the best female outfit and Mike won it for the guys. Each won a $50.00 bonus for the effort. The grass skirt and the designer sunglasses Crystal wore were particularly charming. However, the highlight for everyone was the Sumo wrestling. If ever there was a great equalizer, this was it. Once our staff were dressed up in the Sumo wrestling outfit, they were a sight for sore eyes even before they wrestled. Tears of laughter were rolling down my cheeks even before they started. As they ran at each other, fell down, rolled over, jumped on top of each other and generally wore themselves out, the laughter from everyone continued unabated. I videotaped every thing and this will be the main highlight of our big staff meeting in January. One other hilarious highlight was the two very talented interactive disc jockeys who dressed our staff up in everything from the Jackson Five with those big afro wigs to the Village People for an unforgettable rendition of “YMCA”. This was one of the most enjoyable times we have ever had with our staff and it was a chance for Sherry and I to say thank you to them for the job they do. As well it was a chance for everyone to get know each other away from work. Can we top this party for next year? I already have an idea! Your coupon for this week? Buy one get one free sundae. THE PARTY OF PARTIES This coupon is not redeemable with any other coupon or special offer. Sales tax extra. One per customer per visit. Jan. 30, 2002. FREE SUNDAE with the purchase of any Sundae TM A/P PAGE 16 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 4, 2002 ANDREW IWANOWSKI/ News Advertiser photo Water boy PICKERING –– Peter Nicol floats idly in the Pick- ering Recreation Complex pool during a recent family swim over the Christmas holiday. The pool has been a popular spot for families with the ar- rival of colder winter weather. Flaherty visits Ajax Rotary AJAX —Ontario Fi- nance Minister Jim Flaherty is the guest speaker at an upcoming luncheon of the Ajax Rotary Club. One of two MPPs serv- ing Ajax, Mr. Flaherty is also the deputy premier of the province. He’ll speak at the club’s meeting Thurs- day, Jan. 10 at noon. Mr. Flaherty is expected to speak about the economy in 2002. There will also be a chance to ask questions. Guests are invited and the cost is $14 per person. Call Val Marshall at 905- 428-1328 for more informa- tion or to buy tickets. A little give and take in Treasure Chest DURHAM ––As is our tradition, Recycler’s Corner and the News Adver- tiser bring you the ‘Treasure Chest’ on a monthly basis. This space allows res- idents to give away items they no longer use and to list articles they require. Hospice Durham is a non-profit community-based volunteer program looking for comfortable chairs for its meeting room for bereavement ser- vices. To utilize this space, call 905- 420-5625 during regular business hours. Requests must be submitted by the last Wednesday of the month. ITEMS NEEDED 1) Small comfortable chairs for Hos- pice Durham — 905-430-4522. 2) ‘Meccano set’ and the game ‘High Wire Harry’, which are no longer sold, 40-cup coffee maker, laminator, paper cutter, beekeeper’s outfit and smoker, animal skulls, mounted insects for Scientists in School — 905-509- 1984. 3) Wood to burn — 905-831-9303. 4) Washer and dryer that hooks up to sink, child’s wagon — 905-509-2551. 5) Bedside table, hand weights, child’s wagon, workshop tools, fertiliz- er spreader, high chair, baby booster seat, stepladder, patio set, piano — 905- 426-7470. 6) Acrylic to knit, volunteer knitters and quilters for ‘Project Linus’ — 905- 420-5633. 7) White elephant items, all types of clothing for St. Martin’s ‘new to you’ sale — 905-839-4257. ITEMS TO GIVE AWAY 1) Panes of glass — eight sheets 32- by-36 inches — 905-427-3838. 2) Bicycles and parts, mattress, sin- gle and queen beds, fridge (needs con- denser) — 905-427-5986. 3) Full-service 1988 Mazda 323 workshop manual — 905-831-1996. Larraine Roulston Recycler’s Corner roulstonlp@sympatico.ca IT PAYS TO PAY YOUR NEWS ADVERTISER CARRIER Just ask S. Hodgson of Ajax who won a DVD Player in the Ajax/Pickering News Advertiser’s recent collection draw. To be entered to win, just pay your carrier the $6.00 optional delivery charge and send in your ballot located on your clip it out coupon sheet. The carrier on this route, Erin, also received a $25.00 bonus. Don’t forget to send in your ballot for this collection period before January 18, 2002 for your chance to win a TV. Full Disclosure Report to the Residents of Ajax and Area On Saturday, June 9th, 2001, we lost a beautiful young lady, Melody Crawford in a tragic accident. She was the daughter of Scott Crawford and Sandy Crawford and sister to Ashley and Christopher. Several of us proceeded to commence a Memorial Fund in Melody’s name to assist the family with their funeral and memorial expenses and to establish an annual bursary for one or more high school students in Ajax. So that a full disclosure may be made to the public, accountant Warren Hurren of the accounting firm Hurren, Flett, Sinclair, in addition to lawyer Murray Stroud of the firm of Stroud & Kaufman generously volunteered to oversee and review the accounting & legal procedures. The community responded generously and Mr. Stroud’s and Mr. Hurren’s reports follow: I know the family has been acknowledging those who shared their grief in June. I would like to acknowledge some of the people who assisted us in generating and collecting contributions. They include Cherry and Sarah and all town of Ajax Council & staff as well as the councillors & staff at Durham Region. We also appreciated the work of Witty Insurance, News Advertiser, Dickson Printing, Durham Police and their associated agencies, McEachnie Funeral Home, Royal Bank, Hwy. #2 and Harwood, Chats Restaurant and Spectrum Productions. Donations towards the Melody Crawford Bursary may still be made at the Royal Bank at Harwood & Hwy. #2, Account #1009380 Transit 00042. Thanks to your generosity, the name of Melody Crawford will live on in Ajax. Respectfully submitted by Rob and Lorraine McArthur, and Donna and Joe Dickson, co-chairs. MURRAY STROUD Barristers, Solicitors, Notaries Murray D. Stroud, B.PHE., LLB. Ronald P. Kaufman, B.A. LLB. OCTOBER 19th, 2001 L. J. Dickson Printing 220 Harwood Avenue South Ajax, Ontario L1S 2H6 Attention: Joe Dickson Dear Sirs: “TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN RE: MELODY CRAWFORD MEMORIAL FUND As a trustee of the Melody Crawford Memorial Fund it is my pleasure to advise that 100% of the contributions to the Melody Crawford Memorial Fund have been used to pay her funeral expenses and set up a bursary fund in memory of Melody to assist one or more students in Ajax to further their education. The fund will be maintained at the Royal Bank at Harwood Avenue and Hwy. #2, Account No. 1009380 to accept further contributions. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.” Yours very truly, MURRAY STROUD LAW OFFICE MURRAY D. STROUD MDS:lp Hurren, Flett, Sinclair Chartered Accountants OCTOBER 9th, 2001 Joe Dickson c/o Dickson Printing & Office Furniture Ltd. 220 Harwood Avenue South Ajax, Ontario L1S 2H6 Dear Sir: RE: MELODY CRAWFORD MEMORIAL FUND A bank account was maintained at the Royal Bank of Canada, Highway #2, and Harwood Branch in Ajax. As of September 6, 2001, donations of $12,356.70 were deposited to this account. Two cheques were issued: one to the McEachnie Funeral Home and the other to the Community Foundation of Durham. I understand that the money contributed to the Community Foundation was to establish a bursary in the name of Melody Crawford for high school students in Ajax. A small balance remains in the account at this time. I understand that the account will remain open to receive future donations. Yours very truly, HURREN, FLETT, SINCLAIR CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS Warren C. Hurren, C.A., CFP WCH:dm NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 4, 2002 PAGE 17 A/P FRIDAY, JAN. 4 ADDICTION HELP:The Serenity Group meets every Friday at 8 p.m. for a 12-step recovery program at Bayfair Baptist Church, 817 Kingston Rd. in Pickering. Group deals with all types of addictions, including co-dependency. Child-care is available. Call Jim evenings at 905-428-9431. SATURDAY, JAN. 5 WRITING WORKSHOP:The Ontario Writers’ Network hosts ‘Breakthrough — creativity and motivation for writers’ from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Pickering central library branch. Cost is $35. To register, call Linda at 905-427-2993. MONDAY, JAN. 7 AJAX RUG HOOKERS:The group’s monthly meeting begins at 7:30 p.m. at the St. Andrews Friendship Centre, 46 Exeter Rd., in Ajax. Everyone is invited to come out and try rug hooking. Call Marie at 905-683-4879. CARDIAC REHABILITATION:Every- one is welcome to attend classes host- ed by the Cardiac Rehabilitation Orga- nization every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 5 and 6 p.m. at 1 Mc- Grigor St., Oshawa. Topics are dia- betes, angina, stress, heart conditions, arthritis and fibromyalgia. Call 905- 404-2691. Billboard January 4, 2002 Drive is on for safe motoring Province urges caution, using common sense DURHAM —The Ministry of Transportation is reminding drivers Ontario winters place higher de- mands on vehicles and driving skills. Transportation Minister Brad Clark is urging motorists to use cau- tion and adjust their driving accord- ing to changing weather and road conditions. “Ontario has the safest roads in Canada and maintaining our excel- lent road safety continues to be a top priority for our government,” said Mr. Clark. “Motorists should do their part and adhere to the three basics of safe winter driving — stay alert, slow down and stay in control.” Winter-proofing your vehicle is suggested — always check your tires, brakes, battery, belts, hoses, ig- nition system, wipers, windshield washer and antifreeze. In addition, be well rested before driving and allow more time to reach a destination, leaving plenty of space between you and the vehicle ahead. Use extra caution on shaded roads, bridges and overpasses. Stay well back from snowplows, buckle up, secure child safety seats and don’t drink and drive. Motorists should plan ahead and check road conditions before heading out on a long journey. Road conditions are posted on the Internet at www.mto.gov.on.ca or phone 1-800-268-4686 for the Min- istry’s central region. clearance!WEEKEND All savings are off our regular prices, unless otherwise specified. Brands and selection will vary by store. Excludes just-reduced, special buys, Bay Value, Outline, Market Square and licensed departments. save 50% ALL CHRISTMAS THEMED TOWELS, TABLE & KITCHEN LINENS & TAPESTRY CUSHIONS save 15% ALL DIRT DEVIL VACUUMS save 50% to 55% ALL MATTRESS SETS PLUS BONUS DELIVERY* *purchase a mattress set, have it delivered, & we will give you a discount equivalent to the cost of standard local delivery save 60%on ALL Christmas: • DINNERWARE, TEAWARE, GLASS, CRYSTAL & SILVER PLATED GIFTS In our Housewares Dept. • FOOD BASKETS, GIFT SETS, CAKES & CANDY In our Candy Dept. 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Earn points at all Hudson’s Bay Company(HBC) family of stores-The Bay,Zellers,Home Outfitters,Déco Découverte or hbc.com COLLECT POINTS FASTER WITH YOUR BAY, HBC OR ZELLERS CREDIT CARD. EARN 25 BONUS POINTS WITH ALMOST EVERY DOLLAR YOU SPEND shopping is good P PAGE 18 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 4, 2002 Sports &LEISURE NEWS ADVERTISER JANUARY 4, 2002 Panthers’ snipers fire blanks Despite 94 shots, Pickering musters three goals, two ties BY AL RIVETT Sports Editor PICKERING —The Pickering Boyer Pontiac Panthers tied up a pair of home- ice draws to start 2002. On Wednesday, the Panthers fired 50 shots at the Vaughan Vipers’net, but could muster only a 2-2 overtime draw in OHA Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A’ Hockey League action at the Pickering Recreation Complex. Mike Hanna and Kyle Aitken clanked shots off the iron in the five- minute extra period. The night before, on New Year’s Day, the Panthers and North York Rangers played to a 1-1 draw. In this one, the Pan- thers aimed 44 shots at the Rangers’ net, only to be thwarted by goaltender Mike Snetsinger, a Pickering Hockey Associa- tion (PHA) product. The two points gained from the draws moved the Panthers (13-17-4-2 for 32 points) into a fifth-place tie with the Thornhill Rattlers in the league’s nine- team South Conference standings. Thorn- hill, however, has three games in hand. The Panthers are unbeaten in their last four league games and are 4-1-2 in their last seven overall, including three games at the Newmarket Junior Showcase Tour- nament over the Christmas holidays. The Panthers play their third of four games this week tonight (Friday) at the Pickering Recreation Complex against the Wexford Raiders at 7:30 p.m. On Sunday, the juniors travel to Toronto to play the Rangers at 2:30 p.m. The draws point to a supreme dearth of scoring by Panthers’ snipers, although the opportunities have been plentiful to say the least, noted head coach Bill Purcell. “We’ve got to get some guys scoring,” said a clearly concerned Purcell. “We’re making opportunities, but we’re just not putting the puck in the net. It’s not like we’re not getting the opportunities — we are.” Whereas the offence has sputtered, the defence has saved the Panthers’ bacon of late with outstanding efforts by Kevin Kli- man, who tended net against North York, and Scott Gray who started against Vaugh- an. “Our goaltending has been just great. When you have a goals against average of less than four goals a game, it’s fantastic in this league,” explained Purcell. Against Vaughan, the Panthers opened a 1-0 lead after 20 minutes only to allow the Vipers to score twice in the second pe- riod. Pickering scored the equalizer with 5:31 remaining in the final frame. Chris Anderson and Sean Bradley scored for Pickering, with assists to Paul McFarland with two and Scott Oldfield. After two scoreless periods against North York, the Panthers broke the goose egg with a third-period power-play mark- er by Dan Schofield, assisted by Aitken and Garett Winder. The Rangers, however, tied it up six minutes later on a goal by, ironically, James Snetsinger — another PHA prod- uct. Winder and Hanna each had goals waived off in the North York contest. At the Newmarket showcase tourna- ment, Pickering defeated the Bramalea Blues and the Port Hope Predators by 4-1 and 5-2 scores, respectively, on Dec. 27. The Panthers finished round-robin play with a 2-1 loss Dec. 29 to the Aurora Tigers in a game that had the winner ad- vancing to the quarter-finals and the loser going home. SCOTT GRAY Strong game in goal for Panthers against Vaughan Vipers Wednesday. Don’t Be Disappointed One Show Only Purchase Your Tickets Early 7 PM FRIDAY MARCH 1ST, 2002 OSHAWA CIVIC AUDITORIUM 99 THORNTON ROAD SOUTH, OSHAWA $4500 per ticket TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM THE BOX OFFICE OF TICKETMASTER (416) 870-8000 BROUGHT TO BY ROTARY CLUB OF WHITBY SUNRISE ticketmaster.ca ANNANDALE GOLF& COUNTRY CLUB Memberships 683-3210 GIVE THE GIFT SANTA FORGOT Per YearPlus G.S.T. $275.00$275.00 From Career Training500 MICROSOFT CERTIFIED SYS- TEMS ENGINEERS, MICRO- SOFT OFFICE COMPUTER CERTIFICATE, CCNA, A+, SNIP COMPUTER SECURITY PRO- GRAM. Changing career path? Train at top rated Durham College in 100% instructor led courses. Full/Part time avail- able. Funding through EI/ OSAP, WSIB to qualified. These Microsoft Certificates are highly sought after skills in today's IT environment. Top graduate success rate. Call Colin McCarthy 905-721-3336. www.durhamc.on.ca Careers505 FREE UPGRADING COURSES from Durham College. Flexi- ble schedule. Starting Weekly. Opportunity to obtain free col- lege education at Durham College, rated number one in GTA. Call 905-721-3131. SKILLED Trades Programs can help you gain the educa- tion and experience you need to secure a great job in a wide range of trades. Plan early, in- vestigate programs and re- quirements. Call Durham Col- lege 905-721-3300 for infor- mation. General Help510 $199,000 NORTH WHITBY lo- cation.5 year old home w/ 3bedrooms/3bathrooms,many upgrades including hardwood floors on main floor/central vac/a.c/ security system,gas heating/HRV professionally finished recroom & huge 2teared deck. Back splash kitchen tiles,all window cov- erings and utility shed in back.Desirable location,close too school on cul de sac.Door to garage.905-430–0077 A NEW YEAR, NEW CAREER! Intl. Wholesale Co. has open- ings in the following.: custom- er service/marketing, light in- ventory/admin. Entry level Don't hesitate, call Blake 905- 435-0646 ACCESS TO A COMPUTER? Work from home on-line, $1500-$3500 PT/FT, log onto www.ezeglobalincome.com or toll free 1-888-563-3617 ADULT VIDEO store in Pick- ering requires Part-time help, nights & weekends. Previous retail experience required. Fax resume to (905)426-6434 Advertising Salesperson: re- quired for the Shoppes News- letters. Must be independently focused, organized and work well under deadlines. Writing assignments also available. Fax resume 905-982-0351 or sales@theshoppes.ca ALL UNEMPLOYED Start Now! F/T 18+. Call Ashley 905-435-3478 BUSY Holistic Weight Loss Centre in Ajax requires bright, enthusiastic, team players for reception position. Full train- ing provided for the right indi- viduals. Please contact Carrie at 905-619-2639 ext. 302 ATTENTION ALL CHRISTMAS Retail employees . . .10-15 Permanent openings now available. 18+ F/T. Call Jackie 905-435-0831 BODYPERSON & PREPPER needed full-time for busy col- lision shop. Call Brian 905- 985-5595 CHRISTMAS DEBTS piling up? Looking for 10 people NOW! Call Today, start Wed. Jan. 2nd! 905-435-0646 Ask for Dave CLARICA is seeking full time indi- viduals with an interest or exper- tise in the areas of Marketing or Business management. Fax a confidential resume to Chris Moore at (905)668-2141 or email chris.moore@clarica.com AZ DRIVERS NEEDED Clean abstract and U. S. experience. Excellent benefit package. 2 day trips from Ajax. (705) 887–4940 CAR WASH PERSON required for Chrysler dealership in Port Perry. Call Don Jr. 905-985- 7354 COORDINATOR - Ajax based Company, Mon. - Fri. 7am-5pm. Must have knowledge of GTA and computers. Send resumes by fax 905-686-8546 or email to: dcr@idirect.com or drop off 131 Dowty Rd., Ajax. COURIER DRIVERS required earn $600-$1200 weekly. Own car or van required. Knowl- edge of Toronto an asset. Call today (905)686–3506 COURIER DRIVERS with cars can earn up to $650+/weekly With vans can earn up to $1000+/weekly servicing Dur- ham and GTA. (905)427-8093. DRIVERS REQUIRED Must have valid drivers lic & ins. clean dri- ving record. mon-sat. no heavy lifting. use own vehcle to pick up envelopes. Call 905-435-5219 DZ DRIVER needed, resume & clean abstract required. Apply in person 8:00am-4:00pm week- days at Best Choice Eggs, 3880 Edgerton Road, Blackstock ECE, ASSISTANT TEACHERS and cook needed for new Pickering childcare centre. Fax resumes to 905-831-9347 ELEPHANT BLUES?Tired of working for peanuts? Less than $500 per week? 10 openings in customer service available. Ask for Meghan (905) 576-4425 EXPERIENCED INCOME tax preparer required with knowl- edge of CANTAX PROGRAM. Excellent remuneration. For more info. call 905-728-5540. FRESH AIR,exercise and more. Call for a carrier route in your area today. 905-683–5117. FRIENDLY PEOPLE to do tel- ephone work for busy office, no selling. Monday to Friday 5 - 9 pm Saturday 10 - 1 pm, $8 hour base salary can earn up to $15. Call Dana, after 1 p.m. (905) 655-9053. Must have transportation FULL TIME POSITION.Scar- borough/Pickering border. Computer experience and ba- sic accounting. Starting $12/ hour. Call Val weekdays 416- 281-9394, 9-5 p.m; or fax re- sume to 416-281-6272. FRENCH SPEAKING individual required for teaching French, lunch and play- ground supervision. Will train, $10./hr. & up. Pickering /Ajax area. Call 905-509- 5005 ext. 107 CUSTOMER SERVICE / ORDER TAKERS required $21.00 per hour Temporary seasonal help also needed. Full training provided. Piecework guaranteed by contract. Call Brian 905-435-1052 CLASSIFIED CUSTOMER SERVICE News Advertiser re- quests that advertisers check their ad upon publication as News Ad- vertiser will not be re- sponsible for more than one incorrect insertion and there shall be no li- ability for non-insertion of any advertisement. Liability for errors in ads is limited to the amount paid for the space occu- pying the error. All copy is subject to the appro- val of management of News Advertiser. AVAILABLE POSITION Non-Profit, Christian Daycare needs One-on-One Staff Fax resume to 905-839-8273 or Call Joyce or Sonia at 905-839-1842 COMMERCIAL REPS REQUIRED SIX FIGURE INCOME Energy sales, must be able to work without supervision • Management positions available. • Full training provided • North American expansion Call John (905) 435-1052 “TECS” - Training • Education • Careers • Schooling “TECS” - Training • Education • Careers • Schooling Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 4, 2002-PAGE 19 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.durhamregion.com Email: classifieds@durhamregion.com Ajax-Pickering News Advertiser CLASSIFIEDS To Place Your Ad In Ajax or Pickering Call: 905-683-0707 E-Mail address: classifieds@durhamregion.com Web Site: www.durhamregion.com Our phone lines are open Mon. to Fri. until 8 p.m. Sat. 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Metroland Show Co-ordinator The Position: This unique opportunity allows an exciting opportunity to build on Metroland’s reputation for producing high quality events for the community. This position allows you to source out, develop, market and execute trade and consumer shows in Durham and surrounding areas. Skill and Experience: The successful candidate will possess excellent sales and organizational skills and will ideally have a background in show or event planning. In addition to having superior creative and communication abilities, the right person will have strong leadership abilities that will facilitate strong team efforts and department growth. Remuneration will be in line with experience and abilities. Apply in writing with income expectations by January 11, 2002 to: Director of Advertising 130 Commercial Ave, Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5 905-619-9068 (fax) email: dfletcher@durhamregion.com 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers 505 Careers GRAPHIC DESIGNER/PRINT CO-ORDINATOR with an eye for detail wanted... (contract position with potential for full time employment) Qualified Candidates must: ❐Have at least 5 years experience in design/illustration ❐Be a Mac Expert in Quark, Illustrator and photoshop, web design experience would be an asset. ❐Have STRONG proofreading, organization, follow up and multi- tasking skills! ❐Enjoy working independently, self-motivated. ❐Must have good knowledge of print production. Please forward your resume, a cover letter along with a pdf file of your best work to: Platinumpm@rogers.com and cc: SandraPlatinum@yahoo.ca or fax cover letter and resume to 905-683-1177 CONTROLLER/GENERAL MANAGER Phoenix AMD Int. is a progressive and vibrant Company located in Ajax. As a member of the Senior Management Team, the Controller/General Manager will assist the President and Vice-President on all matters of financial significance and will provide corporate support services to the functional departments. QUALIFICATIONS: • Have a recognized professional accounting designation combined with a minimum of 5 years experience in a progressively responsible management position • Have strong analysis skill, excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills • Have strong abilities in strategic planning with the ability to implement management information systems • Proficiency in the use of computerized accounting systems and spreadsheet application software • Ability to communicate in both official languages will be an asset Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Candidates are invited to apply by sending a resume to: President Phoenix AMD Int. 13-400 Monarch Ave. Ajax, Ontario. L1S 3W6 Metroland, publisher of “This Week” & “News Advertiser” is expanding its already successful real estate advertising sales department. Additional features and product launches are anticipated to complement existing core publications. Responsibilities • Develop new revenue streams and prospect new accounts • Effectively present advertising opportunities • Spearhead product launches Competencies • Ability to make effective sales presentations • Ability to plan and execute a sales strategy • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills • High energy with a desire to succeed Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, and compensation expectations prior to January 18, 2002. Fax: (905)432-1635 Email: jwillems@durhamregion.com 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 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. OPEN HOUSE Casual, fun and free! Talk to models and agents to get the information you need. Modelling? harlow models 101 dundas street west whitby (905) 430-5715 Tuesday January 8th 6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. KING RICHARDS PUB Now Hiring Immediately Servers,Bartenders, Cook. Apply in person to 1163 Kingston Road in Pickering or call 905-837-1552 or 416-399-5796. Looking for a Career in Law Enforcement? Start on the right path, gain experience in Security or Private Investigations with INTELLIGARDE INTERNATIONAL Fax resume to:416-469-4255 Please quote #0017 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 LOOKING FOR FULL - TIME EMPLOYMENT? There’s never been a better opportunity to gain quality experience and get a head start on your employment objectives! Are you 15-30 years old and a resident of Durham Region? Are you currently unemployed, underemployed and not collecting E.I. Benefits? Then YOUTH CAREERS 2000 could be for you! This new program is designed to support you by: • Matching your interests and skills to employment opportunities • Providing 3 weeks of paid employment training • Providing continued support in securing employment. To register for orientations CALL (905) 427-7670 (Collect Calls Accepted) Your YMCA’s Charitable registration number is 11930 7080 RR0001 Program funded by HRDC and delivered by the YMCA 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help GROOMING ASSISTANT needed for Pickering pet sa- lon. Any experience preferred. Love of cats and dogs a must. Plea call 905-420-5922. INSIDE SALESPERSONS (full and part-time) are required by Classic Cellular-authorized Rogers AT&T wireless dealer in Ajax. Candidate must have solid retail experience, excel- lent communication skills with customer service experi- ence. Please fax resume and expected salary to 905-686- 8021 LAZY PEOPLE WANTED!! No heavy lifting involved. People skills an asset. Full-time only. 18 years +. $500 weekly. Call Amanda for interview 1-888- 265-5539. LIGHT INDUSTRIAL,long- term temp, Staff Plus will be interviewing 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 10th at the Iroquois Sports Complex, 500 Victoria St. Whitby. MANAGER NEEDED for large independent Drug Store. Ex- perience required in mass merchandising, computerized P.O.S. systems and Human Resources. Comprehensive benefits package available. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Send resume by fax to 905- 372-9126 by January 11, 2002 MARKETING PROJECT MAN- AGER- Fast growing Picker- ing-based marketing consult- ing and business develop- ment agency seeking Project Manager to lead and execute client projects. Excellent oral/ written communications a must. Minimum 3 years relat- ed experience in marketing/ product management (includ- ing analysis), project man- agement, report writing and presentation development also key. Please send re- sume/cover letter to Gary Breininger at gbreininger@in- fobasemarketing.com or by fax at 905-831-6611. MATURE RELIABLE SALES person, Lynda's Love, Lace and Lingerie. 35 hours - 4 day work week. 1261 Bayly St., Pickering, 905-831-5702. MUSIC FOR YOUNG CHILD- REN has self-employed mu- sic teaching opportunities re- quiring grade 8 piano, grade 2 theory. Special training from MYC. Email www.myc.com or phone Marlene (905)428-8573 NEW HOME AREA Super- visor. A licensed real estate professional with new home experience is required to fill the position of New Homes Area Supervisor for the Dur- ham area. Base salary plus commission. Please submit your name by fax to 905-509- 6112. ONE TANNING BED FOR SALE, good condition, $800. 905-430-0518 or 905-852- 5155. OSHAWA GIFT STORE re- quires mature part-time help. Call 905-985-3128 between 6:00 & 8:00 pm. PENTAGON SECURITY Is Now Accepting applications for Stationary Guards. Applic- ants must have own canine, own transportation, will train. Start at $10/hr. Apply in per- son to: 201 Whiteoaks Crt., Whitby, Ontario. Mon. to Thurs. 9 a.m. - 12 noon or fax resume to (905) 665-0102 PLUMBERS HELPER needed immediately for temporary work. May lead to apprentice- ship. Non-smoker only. $8.00/ hr. Send resume with REFER- ENCES to fax: 905-576-7491. Tel.: 905-576-7055 START THE NEW YEAR with a New Job. FT only. Call Sandy 905-435-0637 STRONG VOICES NEEDED! Telephone sales re: police retirees. Work from our office Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. or 4:45 to 8 p.m. Salary plus bonus plus commission. Phone (905) 579-6222. SUBWAY has opening for As- sistant Manager Trainee. Ap- ply in store: 6 Harwood Ave. S. Ajax, Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m - 4 p.m. TELEMARKETING SUPER- VISOR needed for outbound Call Centre. Experience re- quired. Call Tony (905)426– 1322. WANTED - Trained dog groomer. Full time. Also for sale - dog walking business. Serious inquiries only. Call 905-428–8160 Skilled & Technical Help515 AZ DRIVER REQUIRED,LTL Drivers Wanted for US East- ern and southern states. Pays pick up, delivery and mileage. US Medical and disability. Ex- cellent equipment available. Serious drivers with good records only please. Bow- manville Location. Fax re- sume (905)697-1807 or call (905)697–1403 Office Help525 CUSTOMER SERVICE REP- RESENTATIVE required. Opti- cal experience an asset. Good attitude, excellent telephone manner, excellent English skills, and computer skills. Friendly and upbeat. Full time Monday - Friday. Fax resume to (905) 619-2662. INSURANCE BROKER AJAX, seeks experienced, energetic, confident RIBO licenced indi- vidual, for personal lines of- fice. Must be an independent worker and have an insurance degree or currently enrolled in courses. Computer and Inter- net skills a must. Fax resume with required salary to: 905- 427-3098 Sales Help & Agents530 JOB OPPORTUNITY Full + part-time hours avail. Stud- ents +seniors welcome. Day + evening hours. Help support your community. Telemarket- ing experience helpful but will train. Management positions also available. 905-435-5219 SALES REPRESENTATIVE - Fast growing Pickering-based marketing consulting and business development agen- cy seeking Sales Representa- tive to promote and sell client products & services. Excellent oral/written communications a must. Transportation sales experience also an asset. Base plus commission com- pensation package. Please send resume/cover letter to Gary Breininger at gbreining- er@infobasemarketing.com or by fax at 905-831-6611. Hospital/Medical/ Dental535 2 HYGIENISTS required for Pickering Dental office Satur- days starting February 2002. Please fax resume: 905-420- 9212 or call 905-420-9211 2 PERSONAL SUPPORT Workers needed. Fluency in English a must, punctuality + dependability required, no al- lergies to smoke or cats. Ref- erences required. Call 905- 686-8505 DENTAL RECEPTIONIST re- quired for maternity leave (one year). Experienced in Logictech computers a must! Hours to be determined. For interview please call Michelle 905-427-4280. HAVE YOU DREAMED of working in a dynamic well- ness-based Clinic? We are hiring an energetic, caring and responsible assistant for Pickering's premier chiro- practic office. Office skills re- quired, training provided. Flexible PT/FT hours available immediately. Fax resume to 905-831-3287 ASAP. HEALTH OFFICE seeking ex- perienced Administrative As- sistant. This position is Part- Time with the possibility of becoming Full-Time. Applic- ants must have a minimum of two years office experience, exceptional organization, computer and customer serv- ice skills. Preference will be given to applicants with a medical office background. Please apply by mail to: 1885 Glenanna Rd., Suite 104, Pickering, ON, L1V 6R6; or by fax to: (905) 831-4503 (after 5 p.m.) by Friday, January 11, 2002. PDA POSITION: Mon.-Fri. No evenings, for dental practice in Oshawa. Experience with Abel system an asset. Please fax resume to Mary 905-434-8520 VERSA-CARE CENTRE Ux- bridge invites applicants for permanent part-time RNs. Previous LTC experience an asset. Fax or mail resume to Elizabeth Batt, DOC, 130 Reach St. Uxbridge, ON L9P 1L3, 905-852-0117. Domestic Help Wanted550 LOOKING FOR SUPPORTIVE room mate to a young man with a disability. Main respon- sibilities include care and guidance, evenings and wee- kends. Monthly stipend paid, non smoker, Oshawa area. Call Eleanor (905) 438-0290 Houses For Sale100 LOVELY VELTRI 4bdrm, en- suite + 1.5 . 1700+sf . C/a, c/ v, gas, fireplace, dishwasher, satellite dish, interlocking, fenced, custom window treat- ments. $189,900 firm. Bow- manville. (905) 571–1507 Indust./ Comm. Space145 FOR RENT 2 FRONT BAYS of building 2000-sq.ft. suitable for small business. Now small engine repair shop. $1500/month+utili- ties. Port Perry. Call Gary or Derek 905-985-4158 days. 1-416-282- 3141 evenings. INDUSTRIAL UNIT- 2100 sq. ft. Ajax, Westney/Bayly/401 Zoned automotive, drive-in door, mezzanine, will rent monthly. $1550/mo. includes TMI. Feb. 1st. 905-427-0276 days; 416-573-0935 after 6:30 pm/weekends. Office & Business space150 RMT HAS PRIVATE SPACE, including waiting room and wash- room facilities in professional building, downtown Whitby. Suitable for RMT. 905-430-0093. Business Opportunities160 $$ GOVERNMENT - Funds$$ Grants and loans information to start and expand your busi- ness or farm. 1-800-505-8866. CHANGE YOUR LIFE!Access to a Computer? Work at Home Online $500-$1500+ PT, $5000+ FT, www.123catchit.com 1-877-419-2807. Apts. & Flats For Rent170 AJAX- NEWLY renovated, separate entrance, 2-bed- room, basement, washer, dry- er, fridge, stove, security sys- tem, c/a, c/v, 2 parking spot, near GO bus stop, utilities in- cluded. 1200 sq.ft. $975. month, first/last. Avail. Jan. lst. (416)267-0953. WHITBY GARDENS - 900 Dundas St. E., One and two bedroom apartments available in clean, quiet building. Utili- ties included. Laundry facili- ties and parking available. Call (905)430-5420. AJAX - spacious, legal 2 bed- room basement apt., sep. en- trance, laundry, parking, quiet crescent. No smoking, no pets, first/last/references. Avail. March 1st. $800 inclu- sive. 905-686-8104. ALTONA/HWY. 2 - New 2 bedroom basement apt. Pro- fessionally finished. Available immediately. $870. month in- clusive. 905-509-4006. OSHAWA - 2 BDRMS with air, clean, quiet bldg. New lower rate $850/month! Park, Bloor- 401 area. Call 905-432-2935 BASEMENT APT. FOR RENT, 2 bedrooms, 2 appliances, $850/month. Available now. Ajax, south near lake. Sepa- rate entrance. Share utilities. Call 905-683–5763 BEAUTIFUL TWO BEDROOM basement apartment. Walk out, large windows, own laun- dry, separate entrance, non smoker, no pets, parking. Available Feb. 1st. $1000 per month. 905-837–8125 CENTRAL OSHAWA, 2-bed- room $850 Feb. 1st & March 1st; 3-bedroom $950, Febru- ary 1st. In well-maintained building, close to all ameni- ties. Please call (905)723- 0977 9a.m-6p.m. CHERRYDOWN / TOWNLINE large, bright one-bedroom apart- ment, lower level of raised bunga- low, laundry, parking. Non-smok- er, no pets. References, first/last, $750 inclusive. February 1st. Carleen 905-720-3922. COURTICE extra large 2-bed- room apartment, one car parking. Must be quiet, non- smoking, no pets. Preferably Christian. $900/month. Call 905-576-7665 leave message. DOWNTOWN WHITBY 1-bed- room apts. 1 bedroom w/large living +kitchen, w/laundry facilities +parking, avail. im- mediately. $695/mo. includes all utilities except hydro. Well- maintained lowrise, adult-life- style building, suits mature couple. First/last, references. Call eves 905-509-6326 eves or days 416-917-5568 HAPPY NEW YEAR!Central Oshawa, quiet dead end street, close to all amenities. 3 bedrooms $900 plus; 1 bed- room $500 plus; Available Feb. 1st. Call 905-576-1686 LAKEVIEW PARK,lower bachelor apt., large bedroom, livingroom, kitchenette, private entrance, appliances, laundry & utilities included. First/last, $650./mo. Feb. 1. (705) 324–9052. Leave message. LARGE 2-BDRM lower level of raised bungalow. Wilson/ Beatrice. Separate entrance. No pets. Suitable for single or couple. $800/monthly. First, last. Avail. February 1st. (905)576–5909 LOVELY OSHAWA two bed- room plus one, laundry facili- ties, close to 401, $850. Also large one bedroom, $700. Both all inclusive & avail Feb.1 call 905-434–5149. OSHAWA, spacious 2 bed- room apts. in small clean building, freshly painted, parking, laundry. $690 & $725 plus hydro. Avail. immediate- ly/January 1st. Call (905)434–9844. ONE & TWO BEDROOM apts. for rent. One bedroom Feb. 1st; Two bedroom April 1st. . Conveniently located in Ux- bridge in adult occupied building. Appt. to view call 905-852-2534. ONE BDRM BASEMENT, sep- arate entrance. Cable, utilities & parking incl. No pets. Pick- ering area. Avail. immediate- ly. $800 monthly. First & last required. (905)831–4589 ONE BEDROOM CONDO for rent in Pickering. All ap- pliances. 1 1/2 baths, cable, parking spot, air, available anytime, $1150/month inclu- sive. Call 905-427–0005 or 905-686-2206. ONE BEDROOM basement apt. Ritson/Wolfe area. Bus route, parking, first/last. $510. including utilities. Available immediately. Call 905-263-8661 after 6 p.m. OSHAWA NORTH clean, 1,000 sq. ft. 2 bedroom upper floor, quiet newer triplex. Kitchen with patio doors, 10x10 deck, fridge, stove, parking 2 spaces, laundry facili- ties, non-smokers preferred, no pets. $830/mo. + hydro. Available Feb. 1st. 905-432–0082 OSHAWA - 2 BEDROOM apt. available Feb. lst., washer/ dryer each floor. Very quiet, exclusive, adult preferred building. No pets. 905-579– 9016. NEWLY RENOVATED: Osha- wa, 2-bdrm basement, 4pc bath, separate entrance & laundry, parking, close to amenties. $825 + hydro. Avail. immediately. First/last, no pets. Call (905)426–1616 OSHAWA 1-bedroom apt in home. Mature quiet profes- sional person preferred. Pri- vate entrance, all inclusive, non-smoker, no pets. Avail- able Jan 15/02. First & Last. 905-728-7041 OSHAWA, MCLAUGHLIN SQUARE 2-bedroom apt available Feb 1st, $900/ month, 1st & last required. References required. No pets. Call 905-985-3915. OSHAWA, VALLEY DR. 2 bed- room smoke free apt., redecorat- ed, fridge, stove, utilities, parking included. fenced yard, $900./mo. first & last, no pets, 905-213- 2701, 905-576–4496. PICKERING, ROSEBANK, south of Hwy #2. bright, beau- tiful 2-bdrm basement. High ceilings, ceramics, Pergo flooring, carpet, c/a, laundry, cable, parking. $875 inclusive. February 1. (905)509–4331 PICKERING,2-bedroom basement apartment, new carpet, new appliances, sepa- rate entrance, parking. $950/ inclusive, available imme- diately. Close to all amenities, Brock/Finch area. Call (905) 619–9063 PORT PERRY (Scugog Island, Waterfront) one room with pri- vate bathroom $450, small two room flat with private bathroom $525. No smoking/ pets, suits one only. Includes parking, cable, utilities, share kitchen/laundry facilities. First/last. 905-982-0103 or 905-985-6909 OSHAWA - Quiet building near shopping, transportation. Utilities included. Simcoe/Mill 2 Bedroom for Jan. 1st, $819/mo. (905) 436-7686 until 7:30 pm. SUNNY ONE BEDROOM, walkout to fenced garden, large ceramic kitchen, quiet home, 2 min. to Ajax Hospital, Town and bus service. Air, suit single, abstainer pre- ferred. No smoking. Utilities included. $700/month. Avail- able February/March. 905- 435-9163. UXBRIDGE RURAL,bright, main level, 2 bedroom apartment, laun- dry, separate entrance, non- smoking, no pets. $975. inclu- sive, 1st & last. Available immedi- ately. 905-852-6093 WHITBY- one bedroom $700. Available Feb. 1st.. Office hours 9-5pm Monday-Friday & 6pm-8pm Monday - Thurs- day (905)665–7543. WHITBY - JUNIOR bachelor, 3rd floor, available Feb. lst. Well main- tained low-rise clean quiet mature building. Appliances, utilities included. Security cameras, laun- dry fac., balcony, No pets. 905- 666-2450. WHITBY - DUNDAS/BROCK, Luxury 1-bdrm. Carpet, elevator, a/c, very quiet bldg. Newly paint- ed, storage, all inclusive. $900/month. Avail. February 1st. First & last required. (905)668- 0182 or 416-460-5410. OSHAWA 2 & 3 B/R apts. 280 Wentworth St. W. $765 & $876. Utilities incl. Close to schools, shop- ping, 401. Public Transit right past your door. For appt. call (905) 721-8741 It is illegal under the Ontario Human Rights Code to refuse to rent to someone because of his/her race, creed (religion), colour, ancestry, ethnic origin, place of origin, handicap, marital status, family status (children), sex, age, citizen- ship, sexual orienta- tion or the receipt of public assistance, subject to the ex- ceptions provided in the Code. If you have any questions or would like some additional information, you can contact the Ontario Human Rights Commission at 1-800-387-9080 2,000 SQ. FT. RETAIL/ INDUSTRIAL Space for rent, office front, 12 ft. x 14 ft. drive-in overhead door, 25 ft. ceiling height, close to 401 (2 exits), Wentworth St. E., area. Call (905) 433-4161 No Auto Body or Auto Repair. GROWING COMPANY requires Experienced Sales People immediately Leads provided. Must have reliable vehicle. Earn above average income. Call Tony for interview (905)426-1322 REGISTRATION OFFICERS REQUIRED $21.00 per hour • Piece work guaranteed by contract • Full training provided • Temporary Christmas help also required • Manager positions available Call David 905-435-0518 HELP WANTED Horse/Cargo Trailer Mechanic/ Yard Person Must be versatile, welding experience required. valid driver's license. Please fax resume to 905-430-2208 PAGE 20- NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 4, 2002 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamregion.com LICENSED TECHNICIANS REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY For busy Chrysler dealership. Drive clean and drive clean repair technician a definite asset. Fax resume to: (905) 683-5738 Attn: Doreen 515 Skilled & Technical Help 515 Skilled & Technical Help SECRETARY FULL-TIME REQUIRED Please drop off resume or fax to Pilot Insurance Co. 111 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa, ON. L1G 4S4 Fax: 905-728-9095 525 Office Help 525 Office Help Metroland Advertising Representative The Position: Identify and develop new advertising revenue streams, building on Metroland’s reputation for creating unique specialty print products for the community. Skill and Experience: A proven record in media sales along with superior communication and creative abilities will ensure strong team growth in this emerging market segment. In addition to product sales, the successful candidate will be involved in every aspect of specialty publication development. Apply in writing with income expectations by January 11, 2002 to: Director of Advertising 130 Commercial Ave, Ajax, Ont. L1S 2H5 905-619-9068 (fax) email: dfletcher@durhamregion.com 532 Retail Sales Help 532 Retail Sales Help 532 Retail Sales Help 532 Retail Sales Help MANAGER Academy for Mathematics & Science seeks an enthusiastic permanent part-time manager for our Pickering learning centre, starting immediately. We require - good organizational skills, fluent English, enjoy dealing with students. Must have a car. Fax resume to Beverley (905) 709-3045 541 Part-Time Help 541 Part-Time Help Data Entry Assistant Drew Canada, Division of Ashland Canada Corp., a world leader in Industrial Water Treatment requires a Data Entry Assistant. Candidate is highly motivated, with strong interpersonal and communication skills and able to handle multiple tasks to meet deadlines. Knowledge of Microsoft Office, excellent telephone manner and good oral and written communication skills required. Secondary School Graduate with Post Secondary preferred. We offer competitive salary with comprehensive benefits. Please e-mail resume to: Dkirkwood@ashland.com Fax Number 905-683-3725 or mail in confidence: Donna Kirkwood, Drew Canada, 525 Finley Avenue, Ajax, Ontario L1S 2E5 No telephone calls please! FIT 4 LIFE HEALTH CLUBS Expanding fitness chain has immediate openings for SALES MANAGERS FT/PT RECEPTIONISTS FITNESS CO-ORDINATORS Please fax resume to: Miss Seleck (905) 509-1725 THE NEWS ADVERTISER is looking for prospects to deliver newspapers & flyers to the following areas ✰✰✰✰✰✰✰ AJAX Shipp Cres. Keeble Cres. Holmes cres. Hearn Cres. Hughes Cres. Kemp Dr. Dennis Dr. Hester Ave. Delaney Dr. Thorpe Cres. Chalmers Cres. Gardiner Dr. Blackburn Cres. Crawford Dr. Callen Crt.Clover Ridge Dr. E Andrea Rd. Lawrie Rd. Holliman Lane Ashbury Lane Warwick Dr. Lilley Ave. Davey St. Spiers Cres. Hillman Dr. Sallis Dr. Shoal Point Rd. Millington Cres. Brennam Rd. Daniel Cres. Jacwin Dr. Jallan Dr. Carwin Cres. Burningham Cres. Lincoln Ave. Georgina Dr. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR FOR ROUTES AVAILABLE IN YOUR AREA PLEASE CALL 905-683-5117 THE NEWS ADVERTISER is looking for prospects to deliver newspapers and flyers to the following areas ✰ ✰ ✰ ✰ ✰ ✰ ✰ PICKERING Hillcrest Rd. Marinet Cres. Westshore Blvd Sanok Dr. 765 Oklahoma Eyer Dr. Hillview Dr. Bayfield St. Chartwell Crt Foxwood Trail Gardenview Sq. Amberwood Cres Amberlea Rd. Napanee Rd. Otonabee Dr. Craighurst Crt. Collingsbrook Falconcrest Dr Meadowridge Dunbarton Rd. Rambleberry Aberfoyle Crt. Springview Dr. Laurier Cres. Flavelle Crt. Weburn Sq. Beckworth Sq. Saugeen Dr. Autumn Cres. White Cedar Dr. Silver Maple Dr. Strouds Lane Rawlings Dr. Glenanna Rd. Rowntree Cres. Deerbrook Dr. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR FOR ROUTES AVAILABLE IN YOUR AREA PLEASE CALL 905-683-5117 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help 510 General Help UXBRIDGE TIMES JOURNAL & TRIBUNE REQUIRES RURAL ROUTE DRIVERS to deliver newspapers Wednesday & Friday in the following areas: * Uxbridge * Goodwood Reliable Vehicle Required Call Debbie (905)852-9141 510 General Help 510 General Help 530 Sales Help & Agents 535 Hospital/Medical/ Dental 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent WHITBY, above store, 2 bed- room, stove, fridge & parking included. $700./mo., no pets please. Available immediate- ly, call 905-665-7632 or 905- 430-2248 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. Condominiums For Rent180 TWO-BEDROOM CONDO in Courtice, ground floor, avail. immediately. Clean & quiet. Cable, local telephone, 2-car parking, fireplace & storage. $1,300/month inclusive in- cluding utilities. First & last, 416-875-3221. PICKERING CONDO WITH awesome lake view. deluxe unit close to shopping, go train & Hwy 401. 3-bedrooms, 2- full baths w/jacuzzi, in suite laundry, balcony $1450 per/ month Utilities/Rec Room/ Gym/Sauna & secured under- ground parking included. Ref- erences and credit ap. re- quired. Available immediately 416-258-7966 Houses For Rent185 * A RENT ALTERNATIVE ! ! ! If you are currently paying between $900-$1400 a month, I can help you own. Michele Detering Re/Max Rouge River 905-668-1800 3 + 1 BEDROOM farmhouse 2 minutes from Uxbridge. Large bright kitchen, large yard. $1,050/month + utilities. 905- 473-6792. 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. A-A-A-A- MANY HOUSES/ TOWNHOUSESfor rent in Pickering, Whitby, Ajax, Oshawa, Bowmanville and surrounding areas. Rent from $1,100 to $5,000 per month plus utilities. Call Garry Bolen, Sutton Group Status at 905- 436-0990 (MUST ASK for Jan Van Driel for info and sched- uling). AJAX HOUSE,4 bedroom, 2 1/2 baths, double garage, fire- place, 5 appliances, air, avail. Feb.1, $1450 plus, 905-433– 7875. AVAIL FEB. 1.clean, well- kept, peaceful, 3-bedroom country bungalow, Courtice. Oil heat/AC. Basement occu- pied by landlord. Non- smokers/pets preferred. $1050 plus 1/2 utilities. 905- 438-8938 leave message AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY House for rent: 467 Bloor Street East, Oshawa. $700/ month plus utilities. 2 bed- room, natural gas heating. Call anytime 905-434-0473 or 8:00am-4:30pm Mon-Fri 905- 623-4172 BOWMANVILLE - Very clean 3 bedroom main floor bunga- low, master bedroom w/2 pc. walkout to fenced backyard, new fridge & stove, laundry facilities, $1200 per month in- clusive (includes cable). ALSO Large bright 2 bedroom basement, new kitchen, full bathroom, above grade wind- ows, laundry facilities, $850. per month inclusive (includes cable). Easy access to 401, first/last required. No pets. Call Sharon @ 905-426-7515 or 1-888-627-9769. HARWOOD/401 top of 4-bed- room backsplit. ownder occu- pied basement Hardwood floors, newly decorated, w/o, yard backing onto park. $850/ mo+ percentage of utilities. available Feb 1. No smoking/ pet. 905-426-3055 LIVERPOOL RD/HWY. 2 - Three bedroom bungalow, in good condition, walkout large lot. Available immediately, Call (416) 751–5352 anytime. OSHAWA, King/Keewatin, 3 bdrm raised bungalow, fin- ished basement, a/c, garage, $1100/month + utilities, 1st/ last, no-pets, available Febru- ary 1st. Call 905-434-8781. OSHAWA- WILSON &Bloor, 4-bedroom, central air condi- tioning. No pets, first/last months rent. $1100 per month plus utilities. Available imme- diately. (905)436-2693 PICKERING 3 bedroom house, 4 appliances, 2 washrooms, eat-in kitchen, walkout to deck from livingroom, garage, dri- veway, no smoking/pets. $1050/month +util. Feb. 1st. 905-683-9629 UXBRIDGE RURAL,newer, spacious, bright 3-bedroom home, cent. air, 6 appliances, no smoking, no pets, $1350. + utilities. Available March 1st. 1st/last. 905-852-5046, 6-9pm VIEW LAKE communities (commutable to GM) 4-bed- room, 1900 sq.ft. log home, $1250/month, plus separate 2- bedroom bright walkout apart- ment $790. Both all inclusive. (705)324–8502 WHITBY - 3 bedroom main floor well kept bungalow in town. Parking, utilities includ- ed, no pets, non-smoker. Available immediately. $1200 including utilities. Near 401. 905-668–5405 WHITBY - SPACIOUS 1AND 3 Bedroom apt. for rent. Avail- able immediately. 1 bedroom $700.; 3 bedroom $1200. On bus route. No smoking/no pets. 905-686–8385 Townhouses For Rent190 A-A-A-A-1 - 3 TOWNHOUSES, one 3 - bedroom recently ren- ovated, top to bottom, with ga- rage, at $l,295 per mo. plus, 3 bedroom, brand new through- out at $1,150 per mo. plus. Both near the Oshawa Centre. Includes condo fees, water and 4 appliances, one bed- room in Myrtle, $750 per mo. inclusive. Call Garry Bolen, Sutton Group Status at 905- 436-0990 (MUST ASK for Jan Van Driel for info and sched- uling). MARY/TAUNTON,Oshawa, 3 bedroom townhouse, new oak cupboards, 5 appliances, fin- ished basement, air con., suit mature responsible family, with excellent credit and ref- erences. Available imme- diately. Call after 5 pm. 905- 721–2914 OSHAWA, BE A part of a community in a community. Now accepting applicants for 2, 3 & 4-bedroom townhouses at Hillcrest Heights. Contact Dwayne or Amy (905)576– 9299. Rooms For Rent & Wanted192 AJAX - SUPERIOR accom- modation, fully furnished bed sitting room on second floor w/bright windows in new home. TV supplied, digital ca- ble, c/a, separate full kitchen/ laundry. No smoking/pets. (905)686–3437 ALTONA ROAD/SHEPPARD furnished room in clean adult home share separate kitchen, bathrooms. Employed mature nonsmoker preferred. Refer- ences, first and last. 905-509- 2459. ROOM FOR RENT in family home, Ajax, semi-private bath, cable, use of laundry & kitchen, parking available. Non-smoker. $500 monthly first/last required. Call Tracy 905-428-6422 Shared Accommodation194 AJAX-convenient to 401 - 3 bedroom executive non- smoking furnished home to share with one. Separate 4pc. private bath, own livingroom. Laundry, a/c, fireplace. Bus at door. Suit professional. Quiet street. $775/mo/negotiable. Immediate. Parking. 905- 686–9963 OWNER OCCUPIED HOME - east Oshawa, large loft room with own entrance, storage and bathroom. $499 single. Large main floor room, $499 single; all inclusive. Use of all facilities. Parking, antenna hookup, near bus-route, refer- ences, no pets (allergies). Call Bruce 905-404-0084. PICKERING - nice room in quiet home. Full use of house and garage, close to shopping, 401, bus. Working profession- al, non-smoker preferred. $500. and share utilities. First/ last. 905-432–9766 evenings; 905-260-0705 days. PINETREES,ravine lot. Share junior executive house with professional, in Courtice, re- cently renovated, minutes to 401. Free parking, cable, laundry. $450. 905-579-5202 Campers, Trailers,Sites215 FREE STORAGE - Immacu- late 1986 18 ft. Bonair, sleeps 6. New 12 ft. awning, large fridge, stove with oven, full stand-up shower, separate toilet facilities, vanity etc. Lots of cupboards, storage space. Non-smoking trailer, single axle, electric brakes, perfect for towing. Asking $5,000. To view call 905-985-3183. Snowmobiles233 1989 ARCTIC CAT JAG,440, black, with double trailer $1500 for pair. Call 905-655– 5032 after 6 pm. 1997 ULTRA SP POLARIS snowmobile with reverse. Ex- cellent condition, $4300 obo. Call after 8 p.m. 905-985- 9962. Hobbies & Crafts237 FOLK ART classes available, all levels, beginners our spe- ciality, one stroke beginners seminars also available. Shift workers accommodated. Call (905) 576-3947 for informa- tion. Tutoring Service279 Poultry and Livestock305 3 YEAR OLD DUN MARE Blaze, 3 White socks, Dorsal Stripe, Broke to ride, $1400 or best offer. 1-705-277-1389. Articles For Sale310 CARPETS - lots of carpets. I will carpet 3 rooms ( 30 sq. yd.) Commercial carpets for $319.00. Residential on Berb- er carpets for $389.00. In- cludes carpet, premium pad, expert installation. Free, no pressure estimate. Norman (905) 686-2314. NEW DANBY bar fridges, $139 and up. Also variety of new appliances, scratch and dent. Full manufacturers warranty. Reconditioned fridges $195 / up, reconditioned ranges $125/ up, reconditioned dry- ers $125 / up, reconditioned washers $199 / up, new and reconditioned 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" rang- es 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. 130 GALLON AQUARIUM, oak stand & canopy, filters, com- plete set, good condition. $600. Call 905-985-7606. AFFORDABLE APPLIANCES HANK'S APPLIANCES. Matching fridge/stove, good condition $249; Whirlpool Washer +dryer $449/pair. Washers reg/extra-cap $149/ up. Dryers extra/reg $125/up. Selection apt.-size washers/ dryers. Selection fridges $100/ up. Side-by-sides $299. White/almond stove, full/apt- size $150/up. Air conditioners $100/up. Portable dishwash- ers $225/up. Visit our show- room. Parts/sales/service. 426 Simcoe St.S. Mon-Fri 8- 6pm, Sat 9-5pm, Sun 11-4pm. (905)728-4043. APPLIANCES - Westinghouse stove for sale. Call 905-985- 3245. snp APPLIANCES:refrigerator 2- door frost free, deluxe stove, matching heavy duty washer/ dryer $675/all- will sell sepa- rate. Also washer used 2 years $250 +Dryer and 8 mo old dishwasher $275. (905) 767-6598 BEDROOM SET 8 pce. cher- rywood. Bed, chest, tri-dress- er, mirror, night stands, dove- tail construction. Never opened. In boxes. Cost $9000. Sacrifice $3500. 416-748- 3993 BEDROOM SET, 8pce cherry- wood. Bed, chest, tri-dresser, mirror, night stands, dovetail construction. Never opened. In boxes. Cost $9000, Sacri- fice $3500. 416-748-3993 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 carpeted with pad and installation $299 (32 yds.). SPECIAL BUY - 24oz. Berber, 10 colours, $7.50/yd. 32oz Berber, 12 colours, $8.50/yd. 45oz Nylon Saxony, 30 colours, $13.50/yd. NO HIDDEN COSTS. Free shopt at Home Service. Guaranteed Best Prices. SAILLIAN CAR- PETS, 905-373-2260. CERAMIC BISQUE,Large var- iety, ready to paint, annual clearance sale up to 40% off. Garden, Christmas, animals & more. Cash or Visa only. 905- 473-2024 COMPUTERPentium 200. 32Mb Ram, 2GB HDD, 56K modem, CD Rom, keyboard/ speakers/mouse, 15" SVGA monitor, Internet ready $350. Can deliver +set-up. Double solid oak glider-rocker, rare $700. 905-439-4789. DININGROOM 14 PCE cher- rywood. 92" double pedestal. 8 Chippendale chairs. Buffet, hutch, server, dovetail con- struction. Still in boxes. Cost $14,000. Sacrifice $5000. (416)746-0995. DIRECT SATELLITE DISH - Program your own HU card, HU programmer $199. Com- plete RCA systems. Installa- tion and emulation available. 905-626-6092 DIRECT TV - card program- ming from $10 and up with or without guarantee. Pickering area. 416-680-0877. Leave voice message or 905-421– 9952. DIRECT TV SATELLITES Only $325, Private HU Program- ming All Channels Open $20, Installation Kits $40, Profes- sional Installation 125, Brand new HU Programmers $195, call 905-668–4964; 905-683- 8565. Cell 905-213-4514. ESTATE SALE:Jan 12 +13 11am-3pm. Full house/ap- pliances, 3 bedrooms/1 dinin- room/1livingroom, full set Royal Worchester Evesham dinnerware. Too much to list! 401 East to Newtonville Rd., 3.7km East on Hwy#2 to sign. By viewing only. GAS FURNACE 'Carrier 3 years old, 74,000 BTU's, High-eff. Best offer. 905-852- 3418. HARDWOOD FLOORS FOR BETTER HEALTH. Prefinished and unfinished from $l.99 sq.ft. Showroom: Kendalwood Plaza 1801 Dundas St. E., Whitby 905-433-9218 Oshawa Hardwood Floors Ltd. HEAVY DUTY GILSON tractor hydrostatic 48" mower, 36" snowblower, 36" blade. Steel frame, cast iron block, only $1,450. Call (905)576–5711 or (905)725-9478. LAKEWOOD castiron fireplace insert, like new, 6" flue, fire- place opening 18"x11-1/4" opening, approx. 15 years old. comes with glass +open screens. Also fireplace tools, wood basket, 3 cases firelogs. Asking $275 complete. 905- 839-7093 LAPTOP LIQUIDATION SALE All laptops $30 off! 233's starting from $629.99! Jason 905-259-5827 and Ian 905- 725-3451. www.laptopguys.8m.com. MEN'S 3/4 length, black leather coat, zip out lining, top quality, good condition, size 2X, $250. 905-373-6082. ANTIQUE FRENCH door, with beveled glass windows, and with antique brass handle. 23" x 80". Excellent condition. $150. 905-697-9462 OAK DININGROOM,early American Spain, 4 high pressback chairs, 2 captains, oval table, clawed feet, roped skirt, extra leaf, buffet-3 bowed drawers, hutch-double glass, paid $3000, asking $1800. 905-404–2450 PIANO SALE/BOXING DAY SALE on all Roland digital, Samick acoustic pianos and used pianos. All Howard Mill- er clocks.. Large selection of used pianos (Yamaha, Kawai, Heintzmann etc.) Not sure if your kids will stick with less- ons, try our rent to own. 100% of all rental payments apply. Call TELEP PIANO (905) 433- 1491. www.Telep.ca WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! 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. Holi- day special - pay no tax on all upright pianos. Gift Certifi- cates available. Call Barb at 905-427-7631 or check out the web at: www.barbhall.com Visa, MC, Amex. PLAYSTATION MOD CHIPS PS1 $35., PS2 Ver 1 & 2 $75, Ver 3 $95, Ver 4 $125. All work guaranteed. Install while you wait. Beatrice/Wilson area (905)721-2365 RENT TO OWN new and re- conditioned appliances, and new T.V's. Full warranty. Pad- dy's Market, 905-263-8369 or 1-800-798-5502. STORAGE TRAILERS AND storage containers, 24 ft. & 22 ft.. Call 905-430-7693. OAK/PINE FURNI- TURE...BOXING WEEK SALE NOW ON!!!...NO PST/ GST!!!....Our biggest sale of the year is now on, with unbe- lievable prices and savings of up to 50% on selected items...We are also introduc- ing special pricing for those who want to buy high quality furniture and finish it them- selves...We hand craft...Enter- tainment Centres, Office desks, Computer Centres, Dining Room Tables, Hutch & Buffet, Kitchen Tables and a very large selection of Bed- room Furniture...Traditional Woodworking is the leading manufacturer of SOLID WOOD FURNITURE in the Durham Region...We have been build- ing quality solid wood furni- ture here for 27 years....We pride ourselves on being able to take your ideas/plans and turn them into reality...Drop in and see our State of the Art Woodworking facility and let us show you how quality fine furniture is made...Remem- ber.."There is no Substitute for Quality"....Traditional Wood- working..115 North Port Road (South of Reach Road), Port Perry...905-985-8774...www. traditionalwoodworking.on.ca WANTED:Clean Used Ap- pliances and Furniture; also box/utility trailer. Will pick up and pay cash. Please call 905-263-2657 WOODBURNING COOK Stove, green/ivory porcelain w/acces- sories, good condition $950 o.b.o; '97 MACH 1 Skidoo $4,300. "79 RX7 small block Chev conversion, call for details. Call Paul daytime (905)571-3369 or evenings (905)579-7449. YORK ALL-IN-ONE home gym. Like new condition $450 o.b.o. Call (905)723–0301.snp Articles Wanted315 CASH PAID for plastic car models. Built or still in the box. 905-435-0747. WANTED - motorized tread- mill, good quality & in good condition. Call 905-986-4515 Firewood330 KOZY HEAT FIREWOOD,excel- lent very best quality hardwood, guaranteed extra long time fully seasoned, (ready to burn) cut & split Honest measurement, free delivery, 905-753-2246. FIREWOOD - serving all of Durham 905-924–5512 FREE FIREWOOD - Broken woodskids and pallets. Deliv- ery available Oshawa Whitby/ Ajax Pickering area. 905-434- 0392. (snp) Pet, Supplies Boarding370 BOXER PUPPIES CKC regis- tered, home raised, first shots, puppy pack and first collar, dewormed first shots. Male flashy brindle. Female fawn & white. (705) 878–0314. REG LAB PUPS. Black & Yel- low. Micro-chipped, dew claws removed. 1st shots, dewormed, 7 wks old, ready to go $600. Phone 905-576-7126 WANTED a Norwegian re- triever or Golden retriever (white in colour), call 905- 434–0392 Cars For Sale400 NO BULL!! JUST BARGAINS!! 1998 Chev Cavalier $5,995!! 1994 Chrysler Intrepid $2,950!! 1996 Pontiac Grand Am $5,995!! 1991 Cavalier Z24 $2,995!! PELESHOK AUTO SALES (905) 428-8871. 1991 SUNBIRD, auto, V6, well equipped, 260,000 km, in good condition, $895. obo. as is. Call 905-438–1388 1991, DODGE CARAVAN,V6, auto, high km, $2,300, 1991 Dodge Shadow, 4 dr., auto, 173,000km, $2,995. Both ve- hicles E-tested and certified, call anytime 905-718–9347 Dealer, 1992 BONNEVILLE SSEl Su- percharged. Burg., gray leather, HUD, loaded, orig. paint, new tires, brakes, like new, spotless, never smoked, $9,000 or best offer. 905-987–5039 1992 BUICK CENTURY station wagon. 6-cylinder, auto/over- drive, air, cruise, tilt, power locks, excellent condition, no rust, very clean interior, reliable car, runs great. $3500. Certified/emissions 905-922-3165 1997 BLACK BONNEVILLE SSEI fully loaded, super- charged engine, heads up display, CD with bos speak- ers, sunroof, hands free cell phone included. All the bells and whistles. Quick Sale, 122,000km $16,000 obo. Call (905) 668-1396. 1998 SATURN,SC1, 2 dr. coupe, automatic, air, cd., spoiler, gold finish, 64,000 kil., certifiied. $9,800. County Auto (905) 725-6827 or (905) 439- 5917. 1999 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX SE 3800 V6. Excellent condi- tion $13500 obo. 905-686– 8273. 2001 SUNFIRE SE,5 spd, sil- ver grey, am/fm, CD, air, key- less entry, spoiler 44km, ask- ing $12,900. Call 905-655- 9265. Cars Wanted405 CASH FOR CARS!We buy used vehicles. Vehicles must be in running condition. Call 427-2415 or come to 479 Bayly St. East, Ajax at MUR- AD AUTO SALES. Trucks For Sale410 1988 NISSAN KING CAB Pickup. 275,000 km nearly new tires and clutch, needs engine work, $1,000. 905-721- 1536 TONNEAU COVER for Sono- ma/S10 Sportside truck, black vinyl, brand new, channel lock design, no snaps, $100 firm. 905-404-8242 or 905-376- 2448 cell. TRUCK CAP FOR SALE - fits long box S10 - S15 $100 OBO. Call Justin at 905-885-2028. Vans/ 4-Wheel Dirve420 1999 DODGE GRAND CARA- VAN, 7 passenger, 5 door, V6, 51,000km, am/fm cas- sette. $15,900 certified, e- tested. Call (416)898-8467 or (905)434–2775. Auto Parts & Repairs440 WANTED - 3.1 GM motor; also 4 Litre 1993 Ford Aero- star motor; parts for 1992 auto. Dodge Colt; Parts for 1993 auto. Ford Probe. 905- 434–0392 Driving Schools447 S & B DRIVING SCHOOL (Graduate Certificate recognized by The Insurance Industry) Full Course $299. 10 In-car Lessons $205. Free pick-up and drop-off (416) 287-3060 BAD CREDIT? NO CREDIT? EVEN BANKRUPT CREDIT? But need a car? Phone Mel today 576-1800 All applications accepted. Bring in this ad & get $100 toward your purchase Down payment or deposit may be required SALES LIMITED LEASE TO OWN New/Used Vehicles 8.5% no turndowns 100% success rate in 4 years 905-260-0050 of Pickering Bad Credit? No Credit? Bankrupt Credit? Need a Car? Call Kristy today (905) 421-9191 No Application Refused. WE FINANCE EVERYONE First time buy- ers, bankrupt, bad credit, no credit. You work? You drive! Lots of choice. Down or Trade may be required. SPECIAL FINANCE DEPARTMENT SHERIDAN CHEV 905-706-8498 NEED A CAR? Rebuild Your Credit with Newstart Leasing! AS LOW AS $199 DOWN 1-866-570-0045 NEED A HOME PHONE? NO CREDIT? BAD CREDIT? NO PROBLEM! No deposit Required Activated Immediately Freedom Phone Lines 1-866-687-0863 HINDI GUJARATI & MATH Tutor available 905-683-1389 Sick of RENTING? 1st Time Buyer? Professional Renter? Honest Answers....! Professional Advice...! To “Own” Your Next Home! 1-800-840-6275 905-571-6275Ability R. E.Direct Mark Stapley Sales Rep. Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamregion.com NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 4, 2002-PAGE 21 MENNONITE MEATS The Healthy Wholesome Tastes of Drug-free Beef, Poultry, Pork, Sausage. Plus Homemade Jams, Chutneys & Preserves Open: Friday: 10 - 6 & Saturday: 9 - 4 1513 Hope Clarke (East Town Line) Rd.Newtonville Oshawa Newtonville Port Hope Hwy#2 Hwy#401 1513 Hope Clarke Rd.Newtonville Exit For Price List & Information on Home Delivery Call 1-888-257-9995 (Mon. - Sat.) 300 Market Basket 300 Market Basket ATTENTION AUCTIONEERS!! Our "Auction Package" consists of your ad running weekly in these publications: • Oshawa Whitby This Week • Ajax Pickering News Advertiser • Port Perry This Week • Northumberland News • Uxbridge Tribune/Times Journal • Canadian Statesman/Clarington One call does it all!! Phone 576-9335 Fax 579-4218 325 Auctions 325 Auctions PUBLIC AUCTION Sun. Jan. 6th, 10 a.m. Viewing 9 a.m Kahn Auctions, 2699 Brock Rd. N. Pickering, 3 mi. N. of Hwy. 401 exit 399 Featuring 8 pc. mah. diningroom set, 9 pc. walnut diningroom set, 6 pc. mah. bedroom set, 6 pc. maple dinette, oak table & 4 chairs, feathered mah. mirrored dresser, mah. vanity, walnut sec- retary bookcase, oak filing cabinet, what not stand, Vict. loveseat, walnut china cabinet, wal- nut vanity, wardrobe, oak cased gramophone, set of 6 mah. dining chairs, enamel top table, set of 6 walnut dining chairs, 6 pc. mah. bedroom set, Vintage corner what not, drop leaf tables, Danby freezer, 2 bookcases, 5 pc. childs bedroom set, 5 pc. Art Deco bedroom set, walnut buffet, occ. ta- bles, oak office chairs, set of Royal Albert Val Dor Dishes, Royal Doultons to include: Mary, Valerie, Lake From Williamsburg, Bridesmaid, Bedtime, Affection, My Love; 1960's coin set, partial set 60- 61 Parkhurst hockey cards, Stereoview with views, Goebels, silver overlay, mantle clocks, Shelley cups and saucers, bridge lamps, Trisha Romance figurines, torchierre lamps, antique light fixtures, Pioneer stereo, television, Pilot stereo, Sony stereo, mirrors, Group of 7 prints, carpets, Cornflower, finger oil lamps, ass. hel- mets, lamps, old pictures, collection of cub pins, wooden golf clubs, law books, old wooden hockey game, plated tea set, Coke cooler, firescreen much more. Randy Potter Auctioneer 905-683-0041 ESTATES & CONSIGNMENTS OUR SPECIALTY! UNRESERVED PUBLIC AUCTION, Saturday, Jan. 5th. at 10:00am at WARNER'S AUCTION HALL, 1/4 MILE West Colborne on Hwy #2. Electronics warehouse & fac- tory returns. Microwave ovens, bar fridges, boom box stereos, dehumidifiers, web T.V. Colour T.V.'s. DVD players, VCRs Ans machines, power antennae, satellite systems, DSS wireless earphones, cordless phones, CD stands, indoor, outdoor speakers, mini stereo systems, toaster ovens, Samke Kar- eoke machine, blenders, Kenwood receivers, car stereo sys- tems, portable CD players, IBM terminal, computer monitors, JVC card tape deck and much more. 2 new sofa sets, new fu- ton with mattress, new table/chair sets, dressers, chests. Plus more. No reserves.Terms:cash, cheque, Visa, MC, Interac. GARY WARNER - AUCTIONEER - 905-355-2106 Visit us online at www.warnersauction.com 170 Apartments & Flats For Rent 185 Houses For Rent 194 Shared Accommodation 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale 310 Articles for Sale 330 Firewood DAGMAR RESORT Invites you for a WINTER WONDERLAND. We have SNOW, lots of SNOW - come and see . . . Snow School Programs & 6 Packs on sale until Jan. 6th, 02 CALL 905-649-2002 249 Coming Events 249 Coming Events 249 Coming Events This Week & News Advertiser Christmas Carol Booklet Colouring Contest Winners of Dairy Queen Gift Certificates $50.00 Winner:Meaghan Ausman -Oshawa $25.00 Winner:Travis Lewis -Oshawa $10.00 Winners: Corrie Hogenbirk -Bowmanville, Sarah Lynch -Courtice, Jodi Williamson -Pickering, Faith Gibson -Ajax, Jordan Andrews -Bowmanville, Jenna Williamson -Pickering, Shannon Bongard -Nestleton, Graham Woronchak -Oshawa, Katie Nowaselski -Oshawa. 255 Announcements 255 Announcements (905) 433-9011 DO-IT-YOURSELF WOODWORKING SHOP TO REGISTER CALL: INTRODUCTION TO WOODWORKING -Build one of three specially selected products- Starts: Thursday Jan. 17, 2002 Thursday Apr. 4, 2002 8 Weeks BUILD AN ENTERTAINMENT UNIT -Design your own Entertainment unit- Starts:Monday Jan 21, 2002 12 Weeks BUILD A DEACON’S BENCH -Solid pine raised panel styling- Starts:Wednesday Jan. 9, 2002 Wednesday Apr. 3, 2002 10 Weeks FURNITURE/CABINET MAKING -Build a project of your own choice- Starts:Tuesday Feb. 12, 2002 15 Weeks ADULT WINTER WOODWORKING COURSES 278 Registration 278 Registration 400 Cars For Sale Announcements255 Legal Notices261 Personals268 Nannies/ Live-In/Out270 NANNY, LIVE OUT - mail re- sume: to: Debbie, 2187 Du- berry Dr. Pickering, Ont. L1X 2A9 Daycare Available273 AFFORDABLE LOVING DAY- CARE non-smoking, reliable/ experienced, mother of 2. Steps to Glengrove P.S. on St. Anthony Daniels bus/route. Large fenced backyard. Play- room/crafts/outings. Snacks/ lunch. Valley Farm Rd. / King- ston Rd. Near PTC. Referenc- es. Call Debbie (905) 839– 7237 CHILDCARE AVAILABLE in my home. Whites Rd./401. For more info. call 905-831-9566. MOTHERLY LOVE DAYCARE Hwy 2 & Liverpool. Stay at home Mom, nutritious home- cooked meals & snacks, non- smoking/no pets, receipts & references provided. Call Maria 905-837–5538 PICKERING Beach / Rollo: Loving daycare; 18 months to 12 years. Daily outings (fenced backyard and park). Crafts, story time, music, nu- tritious meals & snacks. First Aid, C.P.R. certified. Non- smoking, receipts. 905-428- 1244. Daycare Wanted274 CAREGIVER REQUIRED Keep your independence! Care be- fore & after school and lunch only for 2 children in our home. Near Lakeside Public School. Call Laura 905-427- 3379 OCCASIONAL BABYSITTER needed for infant, experience and references required. Dix- ie/Glenanna in Pickering. 905-839-8359 Mortgages Loans165 MORTGAGES - Good, bad and ugly. Financing for any pur- pose. All applications accept- ed. Call Community Mortgage Services Corp. (905) 668– 6805. CENTRAL FUNDING GROUP, first & second mortgages to 100%. From 5.75% for 5 years. Best available rates. Private funds available. Refi- nancing debt consolidation a specialty. For fast profession- al service call 905-666-4986/ 905-686-2557. MONEY PROBLEMS?STOP: judgements, garnishments, mortgage foreclosures & har- rassing creditor calls. GET: Debt Consolidations, & pro- tection for your assets. Call now: 905-576-3505 Home Improvements700 Handyman705 Electrical Services707 Painting and Decorating710 Dating Services900 FRIENDS AND LOVERS DAT- ING SERVICE!Durham's Own! Find your mate, or just share a moment. Listen to all the voice ads free. Women free to meet men. (905)-683- 1110. 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We provide services for the selective customer. - Rough in customized electrical system to renovated & new homes - Upgrades to accommodate special equipment - Exterior lighting installation Call (416)992-0631 AC HANDYMAN SERVICES Basement finishes, drywall painting: interior, exterior, plumbing and much more. (905) 686-1841 TREE CUTTING & TRIMMING 24 yrs. exp. Fully insured Winter Rates now in effect Free estimates 905-433-7140 PLUMBER ON THE GO Top Quality Plumbing at Reasonable rates Service and new installations Residential -Commercial No job too big or small Free estimates-over 20 years experience Call 905-837–9722 MARSHALL GROUP HOME IMP. Carpentry, Flooring, Doors, Ceramic, Decks and Siding Free Estimates Seniors Discounts (905) 428-3362 Ask for Paul STOP ‘N’ CASH APPROVAL BY PHONE EVERY DAY IS PAYDAY WHEN YOU NEED CASH! 310-CASHCall: We hold your personal cheque ‘til payday NO CREDIT CHECK Locations throughout Ontario "IAN" You bought Kyle a light bulb. Call me! "Sam" 30 Days After Janu- ary 2, 2002, Ajax Mini Storage will sell by Public Auction, the following accounts which are delinquent to cover the cost of rent and expense: Karen Prue Andrew Sweetland Tracy Sweetland Brian Pelley Nancy Noel-Evans Softsys Inc Michael Shearson Any of the above tenants may pay amount owing in cash, and redeem their merchandise, at any time prior to the auction. 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 customer service representatives will call you. Please remember to leave your company name, address, phone number and contact name. Fax News Advertiser 905-579-4218 PAGE 22- NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 4, 2002 Visit Us On the Internet: www.durhamregion.com ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN 35 Church St. North, Pickering Village Bible Study - 9:15 a.m. Sunday Family Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School - Supervised Nursery Dr. Everett Briard - Interim Minister EVERYONE WELCOME Intercultural Worship Centre Evangelical Missionary Church Canada East 545 Kingston Rd., Pickering Village, Ajax 905-619-9095 Dr. Olu David (Nigeria) Sundays: 10:30 am Morning Dew Followed by Worship Service at 11:00 am St. Isaac Joques Catholic Church 1148 Finch Avenue, Pickering L1V 1J6 (905) 831-3353 SUNDAY LITURGY Saturday Vigil 4:30 p.m. Sunday Morning 8:30, 10:00, 11:30 a.m. Sunday Evening 7:30 p.m. COME & W ORSHIP To Advertise your Church Services call Janice at 905-683-0707 Revivaltime Tabernacle Durham A Family Oriented Community Church. The Church That Love is Building and Where Miracles are Happening Monday 7:30PM Prayer Meeting Tuesday 7:30PM Bible Study Friday 7:30PM Youth Group Rev. Dr. & Mrs. Audley James Founders/Overseers/Sr. Pastors Sunday 10:00AM Sunday School (All ages) 11:00AM Worship Service 6:30PM Evening Praise & Worship WEEKLY ACTIVITIES: 550 Kingston Rd., Pickering If we could be of any assistance to you, please call us at 905-837-7791 282 Places of Worship 282 Places of Worship 282 Places of Worship 282 Places of Worship MORTGAGE SPECIALIST PURCHASES - 1st to 95%, 1st & 2nds to 90% HOME OWNERS - Prime debt consolidations to 100% Poor credit, no income verification - funds available with home equity. Consult an experienced broker instead of shopping. ASK FOR: SYLVIA JULES (905) 686-2557, or evenings & weekends (905) 430-8429 165 Mortgages, Loans 165 Mortgages, Loans RABBIT WANTS WORK Doing Magic For Children's Parties And All Occasions. Have My Own Magician. Call Ernie 668-4932 753 Party Services 753 Party Services ❤ BROCK SPA ❤ Private rooms with showers Friendly Attendants. Rear Entrance. 1600 Alliance Rd. Unit 12 Pickering 905-831–0526 905 Adult Entertainment 905 Adult Entertainment 274 Daycare Wanted 256 Deaths 256 Deaths 256 Deaths 256 Deaths In loving memory of ❧CHRISTINE LUSTY ❧ who passed away January 5, 2000 Time may help to ease the bitter pain Of the loss of one held dear; But only few know how we miss her, And the loneliness of this year. I try to be brave and remember She now is free from all pain; And at the road's end, God willing, We, too, shall meet again. Lovingly remembered, Sean 258 In Memoriam 258 In Memoriam In Loving Memory Of Our Dear Christine Lusty Lonely is our home without you, Life to us is not the same, And the world would be like heaven, If we could have you back again, A light from our house is gone, A voice we loved is stilled, A place is vacant in our home, That never can be filled, If only we could have the time, We never spent together, The day you left, we didn't realize, You were going away forever. 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CAREER FAIR & JOB EXPOCAREER FAIR & JOB EXPO Adecco Employment Services Limited, Allied International Credit, CDI College of Business and Technology, Cardinal Nannies and Companions Inc., Canadian Armed Forces Recruiting, Career School of Hair and Nails, Discover Communications Durham Inc., Diamond Institute of Business, Intelligarde International, Kelly Services (Co-Sponsor), Kawartha Quality Care, Lakeridge Health Corporation, Mary Kay Cosmetics, McDonalds, Manpower, Primerica, Peterborough Regional Health Care Centre, Rogers Cable, St. Elizabeth Health Care. Death Notice Listings For Audio on current deaths, call 905-683-3005 From Clarington, Port Perry or Uxbridge, please call 1-905-683-3005. Visit us on the internet: www.durhamregion.com Brought to you by the following funeral homes: Accettone, Armstrong, Low & Low, The Simple Alternative, McEachnie, McIntosh-Anderson, Morris, Newcastle Funeral Home, Northcutt-Elliott, Oshawa Funeral Service, Wagg, W.C. Town, Memorial Chapel. 1. Simply dial the above number on a touch tone phone only. 2. Listen for the name you are looking for. The listings are recorded by surname first. 3. When you hear the name you want, press 1 to hear details of the funeral arrangements. 4. If you miss any information, press 1 to replay the details. 5. If you want to go back to the main directory of names, press 2 and repeat from Step 2. Step KOCK, Irene Mary - The environmental com- munity mourns the tremendous loss of Irene Kock. Ms. Kock, a renowned anti-nuclear ac- tivist and respected author, died in an auto accident on New Year's Eve. She was in her 41st year. Irene is survived by her loving companion, David Martin, her long-time partner in life and vocation. After more than a decade at the helm of Nuclear Awareness Project, Dave and Irene recently joined forces with The Sierra Club of Canada. Irene is survived by her parents, Dick and Mary Kock, siblings John, Henry and Helen and their partners. She will be sorely missed by all those who knew her. Irene touched everyone with her tremendous courage, strength, and generosity. Her impact was so profound that even those who never knew her will be af- fected by her loss. Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 5th, 2002 from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. at the LOW & LOW FUNERAL HOME,Uxbridge, 23 Main Street South (905- 852-3073). A memorial service will follow im- mediately after at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flow- ers, donations to the Sierra Club of Canada Foundation (613-241-4611) or the Uxbridge Conservation Association (905-852-6803) would be deeply appreciated. SERVICES Ajax/Pickering The Community Newspaper since 1965 NEWS ADVERTISER, FRIDAY EDITION, January 4, 2002 PAGE 23 P SCOREBOARD DURHAM WEST GIRLS’ HOCKEY ASSOCIATION SENIOR LADIES’ DIVISION As of Dec. 23/01 TEAM G W L T F A PTS Team 6-Teal 15 7 5 3 29 20 17 Team 8-Blue 15 7 5 3 36 36 17 Team 1-White 14 7 5 2 27 29 16 Team 4-Black 13 7 4 2 19 12 16 Team 3-Orange 15 6 6 3 26 19 15 Team 2-Grey 13 7 6 0 28 26 14 Team 7-Red 14 4 8 2 23 29 10 Team 5-Gold 15 3 9 3 24 39 9 NATIONAL WOMEN’S HOCKEY LEAGUE WEST DIVISION TEAM G W L T F A PTS Beatrice Aeros 16 13 0 3 87 18 29 Mississauga Ice Bears 19 7 6 6 50 48 20 Brampton Thunder 20 6 7 7 52 62 19 TELUS LIGHTNING 18 1 10 7 29 67 9 JASON LIEBREGTS/ News Advertiser photo Icing a good result Alexia Gezink shows off her best moves during the Pickering Figure Skating Club’s annual home club competition, held recently at the Pickering Recre- ation Complex. Curlers eye Ontario title BY JIM EASSON Special to the News Advertiser AJAX —Three former Annan- dale curlers are in the running for a provincial title at the Ontario Terenet Junior Curling Championships at the Unionville Curling Club. Skip Jason March and his team of Blair Metrakos, Jason Duckworth of Uxbridge, and Matt Critchley began their quest for a provincial title with a win in their first round-robin game Wednesday. Play continues until the championship at 2 p.m. Sunday. The provincial junior men’s win- ner advances to the Karcher Canadian Junior Curling Championships in Summerside, P.E.I. Jan. 19 to 27. ••• Ajax resident Kristin Turcotte is headed to the provincial women’s curling final as the vice on Kirsten Harmark’s Bayview rink. The Har- mark team won the Scott Tournament of Hearts regional playdowns Dec. 17 in Port Perry. Turcotte is a former Canadian champion, winning the national women’s title with the Alison Goring rink in 1990. The win advances the team to the provincials in Thunder Bay Jan. 21 to 27. The winner there moves on to the Canadian finals in Brandon, Man. starting Feb. 23. ••• League play resumes at Annandale after the holiday break. The first major event at the club in the new year is the youth bonspiel Jan. 12. BRIDAL & FASHION Event 2002 SPECTACULAR FASHION SHOW To First 300 Brides FREE WEDDING BELLS MAGAZINE 1:00pm Visit Our Website at www.durhamregion.com Sunday January 6 11am - 4:30pm A.E. KING FITNESS COMPLEX TICKET LOCATIONS:$5.00 in advance or $10.00 at the door Val’s Bridal - (Courtice Plaza) King & Townline, Courtice Anthony Frances Salon Estetica 1200 Rossland Rd. E., Whitby The Gift House 18 King St. E., Oshawa The Bay Oshawa Centre Jewellery by Sanders Gibbons & King St. Oshawa Everlasting Memories 305 Queen St. Port Perry Oshawa/Whitby/Clarington/This Week - 865 Farewell Ave., Oshawa Marisa’s Esthetics 58 Stevenson Rd. S. Oshawa FINDS Durham Centre, Ajax • Over 50 Displays • Prizes • Refreshments (Compliments of Bunny’s Catering) • Hors d’oeuvres by Delectable Delicious (a division of Delectably Delicious) Live Entertainment DAN CLANCY Lead Vocalist “LIGHTHOUSE” Presented by... 1200 Leland Avenue (Townline Rd. between King & Adelaide) Oshawa GRAND PRIZE $3,000 HOME FURNISHING PACKAGE compliments of NEW LOCATION METRO TORONTO CONVENTION CENTRE 255 Front St. W. SATURDAY JANUARY 5, 2002, 10 AM - 4 PM Meet Exhibitors showcasing dozens of Summer Camps and Educational possibilities for your child. Explore every opportunity the independent schools have to offer. See camps specializing in Arts & Crafts, Riding, Swimming, Tennis, Golf, Gymnastics & more. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 905-815-0017 ADMISSION IS FREE You won’t want to miss it! (416) 281-2277 1-800-465-8142MORNINGSIDE AVE.MIL I T ARY TRAIL 401 2A K I NGSTON R D .KING S T O N R O A D LAWRENCE AVE E. Highland Creek ELLESMERE RD. 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NO PAYMENTS FOR 90 DAYS* on all 2001 & most 2002 models with NO PAYMENTS FOR 90 DAYS* on all 2001 & most 2002 models $21,699* Stk#75013 4.0 Litre 6 cyln, auto, air, power windows & locks, tilt, cruise, deep tint, alloy rims, cargo cover, skid plates, power heated mirrors, fog lamps, lots more! $33,699* Stk#70012 2.0 Litre engine, 4-spd auto, tilt, air, AM/FM cassette, floor mats, dual air bags, lots more! $16,998* Stk#72029 3.5 Litre V-6, 4-spd auto, tilt, cruise, air, power windows & locks, power mirrors, alloy rims, dual air bags, lots more! $23,499* Stk#60199 2.4 Litre engine, 4-spd auto, leather interior, heated seats, power sunroof, tilt, cruise, power windows & locks, AM/FM cassette & CD player, under- seat storage drawer, loaded! $24,699* Stk#74007 2.7 Litre V-6, 4-spd auto, power windows & locks, air, tilt, cruise, leather interior, luxury group, side air bags, 16” chrome alloy rims, lots more! $24,899* Stk#77068 3.9 Litre V-6, auto, air, AM/FM cassette, anti-spin differential, alloy rims, bucket seats, lots more! $22,224* Stk#77003 4.7 Litre V-8, auto, air, tilt, cruise, power windows & locks, alloy rims, SLT decor pkg., anti-spin differential, lots more! $26,999* Stk#74044 3.5 Litre V-6, 4-spd auto, leather, power windows & locks, tilt, cruise, 17” chrome alloy rims, power sunroof, luxury group handling pkg., AM/FM cassette & CD player, loaded! $35,998* Priced at Priced at Priced at Priced at Priced at Priced at Priced at Priced at Priced at A/P PAGE 24 NEWS ADVERTISER FRIDAY EDITION, January 4, 2002